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    DepEd slashes paperwork to boost teaching focus nationwide

    Public school teachers across the country are finally breathing easier as the Department of Education (DepEd), under the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., slashes classroom paperwork by 57% through a sweeping policy reform.

    DA extends fish import permits issuance to June

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) extended on Tuesday the deadline for the issuance of fish and seafood import permits to the end of June, giving importers more time to adjust to new guidelines aimed at easing food inflation and improving allocation efficiency.

    Rice stocks rise amid NFA palay procurement gains

    National rice stocks at the start of May were estimated at 2.37 million metric tons, marking a 14 percent increase compared to the same period last year. This growth was primarily driven by the aggressive palay procurement efforts of the National Food Authority (NFA).

    DA agrees to supply 490,000 sacks of rice to DSWD

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has approved the request of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) to supply 490,000 sacks of rice from June to December, bolstering the welfare agency’s disaster response and feeding programs for vulnerable communities nationwide.

    BSP polymer banknotes win top global award for innovation and design

    The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has received the prestigious “Best New Banknote or Banknote Series” award from the International Association of Currency Affairs (IACA) for its First Philippine Polymer Banknote Series (FPPBS), recognized during a ceremony in Bangkok on 28 May.

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    BPI wins major honors at 2025 ABF Retail Banking Awards

    The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) earned six prestigious awards at the 2025 Asian Banking & Finance (ABF) Retail Banking Awards, further cementing its position as a leading force in the Philippine banking industry.

    DOE unveils new petroleum exploration projects 

    The Department of Energy (DOE) has launched eight new petroleum service contracts (PSCs) in a renewed push to strengthen the Philippines’ energy independence and reduce reliance on imported fuel. 

    Tokyo-Manila defense ties deepen amid maritime security focus

    Japan and the Philippines continue to strengthen their maritime defense cooperation, with Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya reaffirming Tokyo’s commitment to supporting Manila’s maritime security capabilities during the Blue Economy Annual Trade & Conference (BEACON EXPO 2025) held at the Mall of Asia.

    Kaspersky warns of rising deepfake threat, urges swift registration

    Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has warned Filipinos of the growing danger posed by deepfake technology and urged the government to implement stronger legislation to combat this emerging cyber threat.
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