In response to the rising number of dengue cases across the Philippines, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has announced a substantial increase in its benefit package for severe dengue. Read more »
Great news is on the horizon for private sector workers in the Western Visayas Region! The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has announced a well-deserved wage hike set to take effect in mid-November. Read more »
When it comes to embracing all types of sexual orientation and gender identity expression, the Philippines is regarded as one of the most liberal nations in Southeast Asia. Read more »
Researchers at the University of the Philippines Manila have unveiled an exciting new treatment for Type 2 diabetes: a tablet made from ampalaya or bitter melon. Read more »
In South Cotabato, grasshoppers—known locally as "apan"—have undergone a remarkable transformation. Once seen as pests wreaking havoc on crops, these crunchy creatures have become a beloved snack. Apan are now sold for about P50 per cup, a price comparable to that of a kilogram of rice. Read more »
In Negros Oriental, the fast expanding bamboo business is offering farmers–particularly those in the agro-forestry sector–alternative regenerative solutions with unrealized potential just waiting to be realized, according to a Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) official. Read more »
