Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso vowed to expand open green spaces in the city as he joined the observance of Philippine Arbor Day 2026 on Thursday, June 25. Domagoso, together with Vice Mayor Chi Atienza, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Juan...
The Caloocan City government reaffirmed its dedication to sustainable environmental programs that will strengthen climate resilience and ensure a more livable city for future generations. This commitment was underscored during the planting of 3,100 seedlings led by Mayor Dale Gonzalo “Along”...
LONDON (AP) — A massive ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood may have been loved to death. The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest is believed to have died after it didn 't sprout leaves this spring, the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds said Thursday. Visitors...
American singer-songwriter and internet personality Oliver Tree has reportedly died in a helicopter crash in Brazil at the age of 32, according to multiple media reports. Brazilian news outlets reported that two helicopters collided mid-air over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning before crashing in...
One of Antipolo City’s upland villages has been targeted for a massive tree‑planting project led by farmers’ groups and supported by volunteers. A new 50-hectare plantation in Sitio Kilingan, Barangay San Jose is expected to transform lives by providing long-term economic security and vital...
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said it is investigating contractors involved in the reported earthballing of trees along Roxas Boulevard to determine whether environmental rules and permit conditions were violated. Recently, a social media video about the reported...
The country’s leading mining groups have defended tree-cutting activities overseen by mining companies, maintaining that such operations are tightly governed by stringent environmental oversight and regulatory requirements. In separate statements, the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP)...
Ask any elementary pupil about the country’s national tree and the answer will likely be “narra.” But ask them what a narra tree looks like, and many may struggle to describe it. The reason is simple: many children today have never actually seen a narra tree in their surroundings. Even in...
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has suspended the cutting of trees along Quirino Avenue in Manila while it reviews mitigation measures for an ongoing infrastructure project. DENR Acting Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna said the suspension will allow a more detailed review of...
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has assured the public that no tree removal activity is being authorized without a strict legal basis, environmental safeguards, and long-term rehabilitation measures, amid concerns surrounding the Berong Nickel Project in Palawan and...
An employee of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) died while his colleague was hurt after they were electrocuted by a live wire while conducting tree-pruning operations in Sta. Mesa, Manila, on Saturday, March 15, the Manila Police District (MPD) said. The police identified the...
Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso was given due recognition by the Million Trees Foundation and the bamboo sector on Thursday, Feb. 19, for his administration 's 100,000-bamboo tree planting program as part of the city government 's expanded efforts in mitigating...
