Top officials from the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) declared that the Philippine government will not seek importation until the middle of next year due to a stable domestic supply of both raw and refined sugar. Read more »
According to Lionel Abella, the fiber development officer for the Philippine Fiber Development Authority (PhilFIDA) in Cebu, they are looking for local fiber producers with the best substitute for abaca as raw materials in the towns of Tuburan in the north and Ginatilan in the south. Read more »
The traditional burial practices of indigenous groups like the Tboli and Blaan are quietly disappearing, overshadowed by modern customs. Yet, in some remote areas, these rituals endure, offering a glimpse into a rich cultural heritage that binds communities to their ancestors. Read more »
The Philippines needs a multi-agency regulatory body that would deal with the AI revolution in order to improve the skills of Filipinos, boost business productivity, and make the economy more competitive, according to Rep. Robert Barbers. Read more »
Former President Rodrigo Duterte recently appeared before a Senate inquiry into his administration's anti-drug campaign. During the hearing on October 28, he maintained a defiant stance, asserting that his actions were necessary for the safety of the Filipino people. Read more »
According to the DOH, the Philippines will preside over the World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva, Switzerland, in May 2025. Members of the Western Pacific Regional Office of the World Health Organization proposed the Philippines to be the organization's next president. Read more »
