Manila Water speeds up project for cleaner waterways in QC, Marikina
Manila Water is fast-tracking the Batasan–Balara Flow Diversion Project to boost water quality, community cleanliness, and public health in Quezon City and Marikina. The initiative redirects wastewater from the area to the Marikina North Sewage Treatment Plant, keeping untreated waste out of local creeks and rivers and cutting down water pollution.
DA lifts Argentina poultry import ban
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has removed restrictions on Argentina poultry imports under Department Circular No. 29, Series of 2026, signed by Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and released publicly recently. The ban—covering live birds, meat, chicks, eggs, and semen—was first imposed due to concerns over highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). It was lifted after official reports confirmed the disease outbreak in Argentina had ended with no new cases, and DA assessments found the risk of contamination is now negligible.
GSIS brings tech, learning tools to remote schools
Braving rough waters and difficult terrain, the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has delivered essential technology and learning equipment to isolated schools nationwide under its Adopt-a-School Program (ASP). Recent turnovers reached Homonhon National High School in Eastern Samar, Liponpon Elementary School in Batangas, Malilipot Central School in Albay, and Bacak Elementary School in Catanduanes, with items including laptops, smart TVs, printers, and power units transported by sea and over land.
Ayala firms pair clean power with EVS
Two Ayala-led companies are betting that the future of transportation is not just electric—but renewable-powered as well.
Gov’t digitalizing OFW services with Maya
Maya, the country’s top digital financial platform, has partnered with the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) to modernize how government services are delivered to Filipinos living abroad through fast, secure digital payments.
