President Duterte raised the issues of coral reef protection and illegal fishing during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations' (ASEAN) dialogue with China on Tuesday, Oct. 26. President Rodrigo Duterte (Malacañang photo) "We hark back to the Philippines' ASEAN Chairmanship in 2017 where we...
Even after a year since Typhoon “Rolly” hit the Bicol region, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) is continuing its recovery operations by helping the affected communities. (Philippine Red Cross / MANILA BULLETIN) To help the victims of last year's super typhoon to stand on their feet and begin life...
In reply to media queries seeking reaction to DA MC# 23 which expands coverage of Minimum Access Volume (MAV) Plus, the Philippine Association of Meat Processors Inc. (PAMPI) issued the following statement: MC #23 is an exercise in futility and will not address the unabated high prices of pork...
Personnel of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) have conducted a joint operation with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) against illegal fishing activities off the waters of Cavite City. During the operation on Oct. 25, at least 21 fish cages locally called "safras" and...
The PSEi dipped on foreign selling of some index heavyweights as funds were moved to the US. The main index declined 21.95 points or 0.30 points to close at 7,239.15 although sectoral indices were evenly mixed with Holding Firms leading the retreat while the Industrial counter posted the highest...
Filipino senior high students interested in studying in the United States (US) are encouraged to attend the annual application drive of the US Embassy in the Philippines and EducationUSA on Friday, Oct. 29. (Photo via Unsplash) Through a virtual program the US Embassy in Manila and EducationUSA,...
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Wednesday, Oct. 27, led the groundbreaking ceremony of the new PRC Blood Bank that will soon rise in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. Photo courtesy of Philippine Red Cross The PRC blood bank will serve the entire city and nearby cities such as Binan and San Pedro, Laguna, with...
To provide hope for the most vulnerable whom it serves without discrimination, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has been vaccinating persons deprived of liberty (PDL) through it mobile vaccination clinics. (Photo from Philippine Red Cross) Out of the 107,497 individuals that the PRC “Bakuna Bus”...
Several farmers' groups have joined forces and raised the need to overhaul the Philippine agriculture sector, demanding the next administration to "transform" the industry for "food security, job creation, and balanced growth". In a joint statement, Bayanihan sa Agrikultura, Federation of Free...
Daniela Dela Pisa (MB File Photo) The Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) is also looking at its two promising rhythmic gymnasts to conquer major international tournaments in the future. GAP President Cynthia Carrion said Daniela Dela Pisa and Breanna Labadan have been training in...
The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) and the Local Government Academy (LGA) signed a three-year partnership agreement that aims to elevate gender responsiveness in local governance. (Photo from PCW) PCW and LGA expressed commitment to work together in amplifying advocacy for gender equality and...
The local stock market bounced back on late bargain hunting as investors wait for more news. The main index gained 40.56 points or 0.56 percent to close at 7,252.10 as the Services and Industrial counters led the advance while the Property sector was the sole decliner. PSE_NEW Volume improved but...
