The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) documented a flare-firing incident by China and intensified foreign presence in several features of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) during a routine maritime domain awareness (MDA) flight on Saturday, Dec. 6, a...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said on Saturday, Nov. 29, that it has strengthened its aerial surveillance capabilities with a specialized drone training from the Australian government as part of ongoing efforts between the two countries to enhance maritime domain awareness (MDA) capabilities....
As National Rice Awareness Month (NRAM) draws to a close this November, the message it carries must not end with the turning of the calendar. For a nation where rice is more than a staple—where it is comfort food, cultural anchor, and the economic pulse of millions—awareness should not be...
The Philippine Army (PA) said Sunday, Nov. 23, that its Aviation Regiment has completed yet another air patrol over key waters in Western Mindanao, enhancing its role in maritime security to protect the country’s borders. The operation conducted by the Special Mission Aviation Company covered the...
The Rotary Clubs of Makati Paseo de Roxas and Metro Iloilo recently hosted a tax awareness seminar for 165 business and accountancy students of the University of Iloilo. The tax seminar aims to prepare them for their critical role as future accounting and auditing professionals in the private and...
A total of 151 breast cancer patients, including those undergoing active treatment and those under monitoring, received financial support as well as free anti-flu and pneumonia vaccines from the local government of San Juan and the Caring Keri Foundation as part of the city’s observance of Breast...
The San Juan City government, in partnership with the Metro Manila Mayors’ Spouses Foundation Inc. (MMMFSI), the Department of Health (DOH), and the ICanServe Foundation on Tuesday, Oct. 7, kickstarted the Breast Cancer Awareness Month aimed at strengthening awareness, education, and access to...
The Philippine College of Surgeons (PCS), led by its president Dr. Jose Rhoel C. De Leon, started the simultaneous “pink-lighting” of vital infrastructures and buildings in the country to enhance breast cancer awareness and to symbolize the country 's unity in combatting the disease. The...
Every October, the world unites in recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a global movement dedicated not only to spreading awareness, but also to saving lives through early detection and equitable access to treatment. The theme for 2025, as chosen by the lead organization, World Health...
Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday, June 2, issued a reminder and warning to Filipinos about keeping the environment clean and taking safety measures against the dangers that dengue brings. A woman is hospitalized due to dengue fever. (Photo courtesy of Continental Hospitals) For the Dengue...
Breast cancer claimed over 670,000 lives worldwide in 2022, 11,000 of those were Filipinos. Second only to lung cancer, breast cancer is one of the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the country. A new tool developed by biologists from the University of the Philippines (UP) hopes to help...
More than 40,000 advocates, families, and supporters gathered at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for the Autism Society Philippines ' Angels Walk 2025—a powerful show of unity and support aimed at amplifying autism awareness, acceptance, and inclusion across the country. On May 18, thousands of...
