The Philippines will soon introduce a high quality rice poised to enter the international market. (MB FILE PHOTO) It will be called "Lakambini" rice, the Philippine Rice Institute (PhilRice) said. PhilRice Development Communication Division Head Hazel Antonio bared that they will be coming up with...
Businesses offering unlimited rice were urged to be stricter in imposing sanctions over rice wastage. Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) officials made the call during a Palace briefing to launch the 2023 National Rice Awareness Month on Thursday, Nov. 9....
Araneta City teams up with the Kapuso Foundation for breast cancer awareness Getting a breast cancer diagnosis is a frightening prospect. Data shows that of the 86,484 total cancer cases in the country every year, 27,163 are breast cancer cases. This disease has claimed 9,926 lives, making...
CEBU CITY – The provincial government led the kickoff of National Rice Awareness Month (NRAM) in Bohol on Monday, November 6, . Farmers, youth sector representatives, agricultural extension workers, municipal agriculturists, rice technicians, agriculture line agencies, and private seed companies...
In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 2023, companies and various brands are hosting events to raise awareness, educate others about the disease, and provide support to breast cancer patients and survivors. From fun runs, dances, exhibits, these initiatives bring communities...
Senator Sonny Angara is seeking the development of more parks, recreational facilities, and open spaces as a means to help Filipinos cope with mental health issues. During the hearing on the proposed 2024 budget of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Angara suggested a shift or...
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to begin a collaborative partnership with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) for the Digital Security and Privacy Quick Response (DSPQR) Project. National Privacy Commission (NPC)/...
Breast cancer is recognized as the most prevalent form of cancer, both locally and globally. Photo from Pixabay In the Philippines, experts say that breast cancer is the leading type of cancer, necessitating greater awareness and preventive measures. In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month...
President Marcos has moved the country's observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month from September to October every year to synchronize it with the international event. File photos The Official Gazette released a copy of Proclamation No. 353 on Oct. 4. Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin signed it...
Kasuso Foundation, in partnership with Araneta City, is thrilled to announce its upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign. This year's theme, "Let's Bridge the Breast Cancer Care Gap: Fair and Square," aims to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer education and support. Breast Cancer...
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go on Thursday, September 14 welcomed the Senate’s approval of the bill that would provide a lifeline for the Filipino youth suffering from mental health challenges. Go is referring to Senate Bill No. 2200, or the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being...
Maureen Wroblewitz marked Suicide Prevention Month on social media recently, recounting her own personal journey. Taking to Instagram, the model-beauty queen-actress urged followers to reach out to friends and family, emphasizing that many of them might be going through depression but simply...
