2+ hour, 5+ min ago   (304+ words) CEBU City is considering an ordinance that would expand early screening and support services for children with autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder to reduce diagnostic costs and stigma, city officials said. The proposed Cebu City Autism and ADHD…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (352+ words) By Mhel Cedric D. Bendo These days, distraction in many classrooms in the Philippines does not loudly declare its presence. It quietly enters the room. A cell phone pings in a pocket. A text message flashes on a screen. A brief…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (317+ words) THE Department of Social Welfare and Development'Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) said it plans to expand Project Aruga following a successful pilot in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur. Rogue Love N. Belaya, project development officer of DSWD-Davao's Social Technology Unit, said the program…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (628+ words) THE country is seeing its highest incidence of obesity and overweight among children, a trend health and sports professionals say is linked to a sharp decline in physical play and basic movement skills. University of the Philippines and Commission on…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (211+ words) The Rafael Lazatin Memorial Medical Center (RLMMC) conducted a three-day training on Essential Maternal and Newborn Care, Care for Small Babies, and Lactation Management from November 3 to 5, 2025. The event is part of the Mother-Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (MBFHI) Program which…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (474+ words) AHEAD of the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) in Brazil, young climate advocates on behalf of the 38.5 million children across the country have presented their 12-point recommendations, calling for decisive, inclusive, and accountable climate action to the duty bearers in the…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (230+ words) A teenager's heartfelt call to action set the tone for a recent Conservation Education and Public Awareness (CEPA) session organized by Alsons Power Group in partnership with the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF). "Our micro-efforts will have macro-effects," said Grade 11 student…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (235+ words) From Luzon to Mindanao, students, youth groups, and advocates came together for thought-provoking discussions, keynote sessions, and collaborative activities that amplified the collective voice of the youth. The summit tackled pressing themes of empowerment, sustainability, innovation, and leadership'underscoring the vital…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (548+ words) By Herman M. Lagon The quadrangle of St. Augustine Catholic School in Dumangas carried a quiet buzz of curiosity. Teachers, parents, and classmates settled into ......

5+ mon, 2+ day ago   (476+ words) STUDENTS from various schools are opening up about the growing issue of social media addiction, a problem that is now affecting the daily lives, health and academic performance of many young people. With platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Telegram and…...