A food-secure world is a dream that we all hope to reach. Rise Against Hunger, an international hunger relief organization, shares the same vision to the world as they continue to uplift the lives of vulnerable groups through their initiatives. They provide food assistance to households that...
(MANILA BULLETIN) The Manila Bulletin is among the most trusted media outlets of Filipinos, based on PUBLiCUS Asia Inc.'s independent and non-commissioned survey released on Tuesday, Aug. 3. In the PUBLiCUS Asia's Pahayag-Quarter 2, Manila Bulletin placed 4th with a high trust rating of 45.40...
There are important factors that must be taken into account when growing crops. This includes responsible use of fertilizer and resources, prevention of landscape pollution, waste reduction, and protection of wildlife. However, it is the basic requirements that are sometimes overlooked by...
Losing a loved one may take years or even a lifetime of recovery from grief. Marissa “Marz” Ebarle Middleton, 42, a homecare therapist, knows this feeling as she suffered from her baby’s loss seven years ago. Marissa “Marz” Ebarle Middleton, 42, a homecare therapist, with her fur...
The pandemic has taken a heavy toll on many people. With the unseen enemy that is COVID-19, people have developed fear and anxiety out of uncertainty and helplessness over the situation, especially since being in quarantine means many cannot leave their houses. This has prompted the...
Pesticides are made to kill pests. But oftentimes, this also causes harm to plants and pollinators. Effects of these pesticides may result in mild to severe plant injury. Hence, using them must be controlled or reduced. If there are no other ways to deal with the pest infestation, growers may...
A significant part of the global workforce continues to suffer from the impacts of COVID-19, especially those in the non-essential sector. A significant number of the businesses were forced to close down at the height of the pandemic. After more than a year in quarantine, some local businesses are...
Food is connected to everything. Any adjustments or significant changes in food or agriculture can affect all industries in various ways and levels. See how the rising prices of commodities can impact the financial stability and food security of many individuals and businesses. Al and Mae...
General Community Quarantine (GCQ) “with heightened restrictions” has been imposed anew amid rising concerns over the dreaded COVID-19 Delta variant. The more restrictive regimen was imposed over Metro Manila, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Davao de Oro, and Davao del Norte from July 23 to 31....
An Olympics like no other finally got underway on Friday evening, July 23, in Tokyo. After months of anxiety, bickering and speculation some even called it the Anger Games Japan finally rolled out the Games of the 32 nd Olympics in a muted yet meaningful opening ceremony witnessed in real time...
REFLECTIONS TODAY JOHN 6:1-15 Jesus went across the Sea of Galilee. A large crowd followed him, because they saw the signs he was performing on the sick. Jesus went up on the mountain, and there he sat down with his disciples. The Jewish feast of Passover was near. When Jesus raised his eyes and...
While the world is slowly taking small steps to reduce plastic consumption, it becomes more and more evident how global plastic pollution has alarming effects on humans, wildlife, and the environment. Plastics lose their material value after one use, which is why it is important to find more...
