A scientist from the University of the Philippines-Diliman’s College of Science (UPD-CS) expressed optimism that the potential cancer cure they are developing will be affordable once it is made available to the public. Photo from Unsplash UPD-CS Science Research Specialist John Alfon Francisco...
OCTA Research’s December 2023 “Tugon ng Masa” Survey (OCTA) OCTA Research's December 2023 "Tugon ng Masa" survey found that half of Filipinos expect the Philippine economy to remain unchanged over the next six months. The survey results released on Monday, Jan. 29 revealed that 51 percent...
Despite the country's economic improvement, the number of poor people did not decrease, as only those with higher incomes benefited from the gains, a study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) revealed. Based on a PIDS discussion paper titled “Poverty Transitions and the...
This week, local stock market investors will be taking cues from the US Federal Reserve meeting as well as Philippine fourth quarter gross domestic product (GDP) data. “Investors face an eventful trading week that could determine whether the local index finally breaks out of the strong resistance...
The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) is again making some changes in its indices starting Feb. 5, 2024, while amending its rules to clarify when stakes of pension funds in public companies are no longer part of the public float. The benchmark 30-stock PSE index and sectoral indices will remain the...
Brilliant scientists from the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) have made a potentially ground-breaking discovery that could aid in treating colon, lung, and breast cancer. Chemical structure of deguelin. (Photo credit: Francisco, J. A., & Paderes, M. C....
TOKYO, Japan – The Department of Energy (DOE) is in talks with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) on the inclusion of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country’s public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program. In an interview with reporters here, DOE Director Patrick Aquino noted there is...
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) said it has taken necessary measures in relation to the compliance with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code to avoid possible sanctions including a ban from competing in major events such as the Olympics. In a statement released on Friday, Jan. 26, the...
Using artificial intelligence (AI) and 3D printing technologies to enhance bone tissue repair, Filipino researchers created a project to provide affordable solutions for crafting bone scaffolds with tunable shapes. Photo from DOST-PCHRD In a statement released on Saturday, Jan. 27, the Department...
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has strengthened partnership with the Department of Agriculture to minimize the ecological impact and ensure long-term positive effects in agriculture and fisheries. PPA General Manager Jay Daniel Santiago said the partnership with the DA under Secretary...
Following the second Basic Education Report (BER) presented by the Department of Education (DepEd), a group of education workers on Friday, Jan. 26, reiterated the urgent need to “significantly address” the shortages in the country’s basic education system. JOJO RINOZA / FILE PHOTO...
DAVAO CITY – A city councilor has vowed to take bold steps to ensure the protection of the critically endangered Philippine Eagle as well as other wildlife species in the remaining forests here. DR. Reesha Rona Datukon, an ophthalmologist, examines a rescued one-eye blind Philippine Eagle at the...
