Author: GMB News Desk

The author, a sincere freelance journalist, has a humble yet significant record of contributions to respected publications. Her compelling writing has graced the pages of prominent media outlets such as the Philippine News Agency, the Northern Philippine Times, Amianan Balita Ngayon, Herald Express, and the Baguio Chronicle. Beyond her journalistic pursuits, she channels her passion for gastronomy, serving as both an ardent enthusiast and discerning critic in the culinary world.

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Governance & Policy Government Regional Social Security & Public Welfare

SSS launches AlkanSSSya pilot to expand social security coverage for 4Ps beneficiaries

GMB News Desk8 July 20268 July 2026

SSS and DSWD R1 launch the AlkanSSSya pilot, enabling 4Ps beneficiaries to save gradually for SSS contributions and social security coverage. … Read More >SSS launches AlkanSSSya pilot to expand social security coverage for 4Ps beneficiaries

Fun Run Government Infrastructure

BCDA launches four-leg Ecozones Color Run Fest across ecozones

GMB News Desk8 July 20268 July 2026

BCDA launches the 2026 Ecozones Color Run Fest, a four-leg race series across Bataan, Baguio, La Union and New Clark City. … Read More >BCDA launches four-leg Ecozones Color Run Fest across ecozones

Barangay Affairs Community Environment & Sustainability Public Safety & Security

New Lucban repaints vandalized walls through police-community partnership

GMB News Desk8 July 20269 July 2026

BCPO, Barangay New Lucban and community volunteers repainted vandalized walls, supporting Baguio’s anti-graffiti drive and civic partnership. … Read More >New Lucban repaints vandalized walls through police-community partnership

Awards & Recognition Banking Corporate Financial Services

UnionBank Private wins three global wealth management awards

GMB News Desk7 July 20268 July 2026

UnionBank Private wins Global Private Banker Innovation Awards 2026, recognizing its client experience and next-generation wealth services. … Read More >UnionBank Private wins three global wealth management awards

Corporate Environment & Sustainability Power & Energy

SNAP-Benguet wins BADANG waste management award

GMB News Desk6 July 20268 July 2026

SNAP-Benguet won the BADANG Excellence Award for solid waste management, recognizing its environmental programs and ESG commitment. … Read More >SNAP-Benguet wins BADANG waste management award

Governance & Policy

Baguio passes ordinance tracking child welfare spending

GMB News Desk5 July 20268 July 2026

Baguio City Council approves a digital child budget tracking ordinance requiring transparent monitoring of spending for children’s programs. … Read More >Baguio passes ordinance tracking child welfare spending

Environment & Sustainability

Baguio needs 50 garbage trucks, has only 27

GMB News Desk5 July 20268 July 2026

Baguio says it needs 50 garbage trucks but has only 27 as it expands waste reduction efforts and plans a central MRF to cut landfill costs. … Read More >Baguio needs 50 garbage trucks, has only 27

Environment & Sustainability Infrastructure Public Safety & Security

Burnham Lake rehab reaches 90%; Baguio tightens boat safety rules

GMB News Desk4 July 20267 July 2026

Burnham Lake rehabilitation reaches 90% completion as Baguio tightens boat safety rules and targets end-July completion, city says. … Read More >Burnham Lake rehab reaches 90%; Baguio tightens boat safety rules