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Bangus, tilapia, galunggong, and other leading fish prices are increasing as holy week approaches. Since most Filipinos practice fasting and abstinence during the Lenten season, public markets, like the Paco Market prepare for the rising demand as early as Saturday, March 23. The Department of...

As per Canon Law 1251, fasting and abstinence from meat observed by Roman Catholics on all Fridays of Lent is temporarily lifted on Friday, March 25, on the Solemnity of the Annunciation. Wikimedia Commons Fasting and abstinence are traditionally observed on Ash Wednesday and on all Fridays of Lent...