The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirmed on Tuesday, Oct. 14, that the Philippine Navy (PN) destroyed an erected steel structure in Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough or Panatag Shoal) in 1997, following an unauthorized construction attempt by Chinese forces. This should serve as a reminder...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has revealed that, for the first time, China Coast Guard (CCG) personnel issued a radio challenge claiming that the presence of Filipino fishing boats in Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough or Panatag Shoal) could damage what they called an “environmental reserve,”...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has filed a diplomatic protest against China’s plan to build a national nature reserve in the hotly contested Scarborough Shoal (Bajo de Masinloc) in the West Philippine Sea. The protest was filed on Friday, Sept. 12, DFA spokesperson Angelica Escalona...
The National Security Council (NSC) firmly opposed the newly announced plan of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to establish a national nature reserve at Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough or Panatag Shoal) in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). National Security Adviser (NSA) Eduardo Año said the...
Following the recent unveiling of its brand refresh and new residential segments, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) is demonstrating how its vision for life-centered communities is taking shape across its projects nationwide. SMDC sharpened its portfolio into three new segments — SMDC Heights,...
Building on the momentum of its 20th anniversary, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) ushers in a defining moment in its journey: a bold brand refresh that sharpens its identity and introduces three new residential segments—each tailored to meet the evolving needs of Filipino homeowners today. With...
On April 1 and 2, 2025, more than 400 people came together for the Masungi Nature Defense Camp—and what a powerful gathering it was. People from all walks of life set up tents, shared stories, sang songs, and stood side by side in defense of one of the most significant limestone ecosystems...
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ILOILO CITY – Iloilo Provincial Board Member Marcelo Valentine “Val” Serag of the first district is not merely a legislator but also an eco-warrior. SERAG explains the vision and mission of Igbulawan Nature Farm in San Joaquin town, Iloilo province. (Tara Yap) Serag’s long-time...
Before K-beauty reached its pinnacle of fame in the Philippine beauty scene today, a young visionary named Darrell Sia had already foreseen it. In 2011, he brought one of the first Korean skincare and makeup brands in the Philippines—Nature Republic, and opened its first store in SM North...
Over 45,000 species are now threatened with extinction — 1,000 more than last year — according to an international conservation organization that blames pressures from climate change, invasive species, and human activity such as illicit trade and infrastructural expansion. The...
Addressing climate change has never been more urgent than when Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's Sixth Assessment Report found that climate risks are emerging sooner and will worsen faster than anticipated, making adaptation more difficult with rising global temperatures. Low-income...
