A pooled editorial for World Press Freedom Day 2024 It’s been 31 years since the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Office (Unesco) and the world have been celebrating World Press Freedom Day every May 3. And since 1998 when Unesco set up a yearly theme for the celebration, this is the first time that …
Sabtang, Batanes – Locals highlighted the culture and heritage of Batanes during its founding anniversary. The “vakul,” a headdress from female and “kanayi,” a natural fiber coat for men used since time immemorial and an iconic symbol hand crafted for protection used by Ivatan farmers of Batanes as protection from the harsh weather as they …
107th foundation Week Festival in Sabtang, Batanes Read More »
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano is championing a bill aimed at further empowering the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) in its mission to transform former military bases into vibrant economic zones that benefit both the economy and the people. Filed on April 30, 2024 by Cayetano as Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Government Corporations …
BCDA charter amendment sought for national economic development Read More »
Advocacy groups are wondering why State figures and government officials are present and openly endorsing heated tobacco products at the inauguration of a vape manufacturing facility in Tanauan, Batangas on April 15. “First of all, it is deceitful to call this vape manufacturing facility a “smoke-free” facility. Vapes and heated tobacco products still produce smoke …
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LA TRINIDAD, BENGUET — Over 80,000 individuals are expected to benefit during the Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair (BPSF) April 21-22 at the Benguet State University and other venues in the municipality. Benguet Representative Eric Go Yap said the BPSF will be attended by 55 district and party list representatives across all regions with 70 national …
80,000 individuals to benefit in Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo fair in Benguet Read More »
Apayao is taking in bold steps in its bid to mitigate the effects of El Nino in the province. With the completion of the rehabilitation of the irrigation canals in the province, Governor Elias Bulut Jr. on Tuesday said this will allow rice farmers to have a third cropping, increasing by an average of 1.8 …
Irrigation canal rehab in Apayao to help boost rice production Read More »
City officials recently recognized the Catholic-run Saint Louis University (SLU) for retaining the title fourth top performing school during the March medical technologists examination held in various testing centers around the country. In a resolution, local legislators stated that SLU deserves the warmest congratulations in providing quality education for its students worthy of commendation having …
Saint Louis University recognized for retaining 4th top performing school Read More »
More than 10,000 individuals in Benguet and nearby areas are expected to benefit from government services for the upcoming Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair caravan. Scheduled for April 21-22, this two-day event promises to bring a multitude of essential services to the doorstep directly to the people of Benguet and surrounding communities with more than 50 …
Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair Caravan heads to Benguet Read More »
The City Veterinary and Agriculture Office (CVAO) continues to promote rabbit-raising as an alternative to hog-raising as a source of livelihood for urban farmers in the city. CVAO Supervising Agriculturist Marcelina Tabelin said that rabbit farming is a good alternative to hog-raising since rabbits are viable for rearing in urban areas unlike pigs. “Rabbits are …
Baguio encourages rabbit-raising as alternative to hog-raising Read More »
The General Services Office reminded residents and business owners to practice segregation and self-composting methods to be able to manage their own biodegradable wastes. GSO Officer Eugene Buyucan said that under Republic Act No. 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000) and Ordinance No. 18-2016 (Environment Code of the City of Baguio), it is …
Baguio residents urged to do own composting of biodegradable wastes Read More »
