Davao farmers rise from low-value crops to global cacao acclaim
Farmers in Barangay Saloy, Calinan, once struggled with unstable earnings from corn and banana, with idle cogon-covered land offering little hope for better lives. Today, their shift to high-quality cacao agroforestry backed by government and private support has lifted their livelihoods, restored forests, and earned international recognition for their produce.
One Meralco Foundation supports 300 San Juan pupils
More than 300 elementary students in San Juan City received school supplies and access to new reading spaces as the One Meralco Foundation (OMF) expanded its Balik Eskwela program to Salapan Integrated School.
Just as we brace for rains, we can also plan for life’s biggest uncertainties
When storms approach, Filipino families instinctively act: umbrellas within reach, supplies checked, gadgets charged, and disruptions anticipated. It is a proven habit—when the future is unclear, being ready changes everything.
Security Bank boosts coastal environment work in La Union
As part of its 75th anniversary and Project MITHI’s second year, Security Bank and partners planted nearly 500 mangrove seedlings in Barangay Bungro, moving toward a 7,500-seedling target this year. The event included environmental education for children and financial literacy training for adults to strengthen community resilience.
Japan welcomes historic first Bangsamoro election
Japan, as a long-standing observer and partner in the Mindanao peace process, welcomed the successful conduct of the first-ever Bangsamoro Parliamentary Election held on September 14.
