Scientists have found an incredible plant in the Philippines' vast and varied ecosystems that has the ability to absorb metals from the soil. Dubbed the Rinorea niccolifera, the plant has the ability to purify contaminated areas and help reduce pollutants. Read more »
The International Coastal Clean-Up (ICC) is set to make a significant impact on September 21, 2024, with a massive clean-up effort taking place across 15 SM Supermalls in the Philippines. Read more »
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) plans to build a coconut seed farm in each province in Central Visayas to increase the amount of coconuts produced for export. Read more »
No one would have expected Nieves Fernandez, who worked as a teacher in Tacloban, to be a cunning lone assassin in World War II. However, the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1941 completely changed her life, and she went from being a once nurturing school teacher to a renowned assassin. Read more »
Filipino cuisine, known for its bold and complex flavors, delights food enthusiasts worldwide. Yet, as the popularity of Filipino food grows, so does scrutiny regarding its health implications. Read more »
Over 10,000 candidates took this year's bar exam, according to Associate Justice Mario Lopez, Chair of the 2024 Bar. According to Lopez, there are 5,234 new candidates, 4,060 repeat examinees, and 1,189 refreshers among the examinees this year. Read more »
