DOSTv launched

MANILA, Philippines - After almost nine months of delivering comprehensive, real-time weather and science updates to its viewers, DOSTv is now ready to offer a better and broader science programming for Filipinos.

The Department of Science and Technology’s official channel, DOSTv, was officially launched last Feb. 27 during the celebration of the 30th anniversary of its main producer, the Science and Technology Information Institute (STII).

Soft-launched as “The Filipino Weather Channel” on May 30, 2016, DOSTv initially aired its live broadcast via its website, www.dostv.ph, and eventually had its simulcast on Facebook and YouTube.

Airing live from 11 a.m. to noon, Mondays to Fridays, DOSTv has completed a total of 183 episodes.

Programming content include weather, flood and water level updates from DOST-PAGASA; one-on-one live interviews with science and technology experts, DOST officials, and employees; documentaries; DOST flash reports; public service announcements; trivia; “What’s the Weather With You”, and “Finding Joona” special feature.

DOSTv intensified its content build-up to sustain a daily show, and enhanced its training program for studio personnel to perform documentation, production, editing and broadcast functions.

On its grand launch, DOST-STII presented DOSTv’s new brand, pivoting from its “Filipino Weather Channel” theme to new aesthetics and additional segments.

Plans are underway for DOSTv to be aired on free TV for easier access. – S&T Media Service