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 Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has reported a significant improvement in the country's employment rate, marking a positive trend in the labor market. Read more »
Last February, Mindanao faced unprecedented devastation as floods and landslides wreaked havoc, claiming lives and causing widespread destruction. An insightful analysis by climate scientists from the World Weather Attribution has shed light on the contributing factors, revealing that deforestation, coupled with settlements in high-risk areas and inadequate warning systems, significantly exacerbated the impact of heavy rainfall in the region. Read more »
Despite being obscure, Barotac Nuevo in the province of Iloilo is holding onto its moniker as "the football capital of the Philippines" — an anomaly in a nation that is passionate about basketball. Read more »
Dubbed as Mindanao's "golden province," Davao de Oro owes its nickname to its vibrant mining industry and abundant gold mineral deposits nestled within its mountains. Beyond large-scale mining operations, small-scale gold mining has become a significant source of livelihood for many residents, further enriching the province's economic landscape. Read more »
