NGCP says transmission charges rise 13.55% in February power bills
TACLOBAN CITY — Electricity consumers will see higher transmission charges in their February 2026 power bills after rates for the January billing period increased by 13.55 percent, according to the National Grid Corporation of...
Rep. Acidre backs TESDA skills passport, pushes stronger industry-aligned TVET
TACLOBAN CITY — The rollout of a digital skills passport by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has gained support from House Committee on Higher and Technical Education Chair Rep. Jude Acidre,...
DAR-Biliran opens “ARBOs Shelf”
NAVAL, Biliran – In its desire to increase the sales of agrarian reform beneficiaries organizations’ (ARBOs) products, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Biliran Provincial Office launched on Monday the “ARBOs Shelf.”
“ARBOs Shelf” is...
Leyte bet pushes sustainable farming in Miss Universe Philippines 2026
TACLOBAN CITY — Armed with a strong agricultural advocacy and the support of fellow Leyteños, Miss Universe Philippines–Leyte Kareyl May Cabahug is stepping onto the national stage for the 2026 pageant.
Cabahug, a Biotechnology graduate...
United States, Philippines celebrate 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026
Manila- U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., Y. Robert Ewing and Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel Romualdez launched February 5 the logo commemorating the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations...
Rep. Acidre pushes Senate to fast-track Bagong Balikbayan Act as OFWs return home
TACLOBAN CITY — With thousands of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) returning home after the holidays, Rep. Jude Acidre on Sunday, Feb.8, urged the Senate to swiftly approve the Bagong Balikbayan Act, a reintegration measure...