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The Catholic-majority nation was ranked 75th among 81 nations in the latest global assessment of student learning

THE regional office of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) identified four major waters in Eastern Visayas that have been affected by the red tide toxin, and the public has been advised not to purchase or consume shrimp, or alamang harvested from these areas.

LIGHT Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) said on Thursday it is piloting the implementation of QR and beep lanes at select Light Rail Transit (LRT) Line 1 stations. According to LRMC Head of Operations Andrea Madrid, dedicated lanes have been established for passengers with QR tickets and Stored Value Cards (SVC),…

THE Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded Basic Energy Corp. a contract for its planned wind power project in Ilocos. “Basic Energy sees its prospective project pipeline close the year on a positive note as it received from the DOE the approved wind energy service contract [WESC], with an effective…

The USS Biloxi (CL-80) was the 20th Cleveland class light cruiser ordered and remains the only ship named after the city of Biloxi, Miss.

THE Congressional Bicameral Conference Committee has approved the reconciled version of the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, without the controversial escrow provision but requiring the filing of a bond by seafarers. House Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs Chairperson Ron P. Salo of Kabayan Partylist said the reconciled version approved on…

THE Philippines piña handloom weaving has been enrolled on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) list of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) of humanity.

Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) said on Thursday it is piloting the implementation of QR and beep lanes at select Light Rail Transit (LRT) Line 1 stations. According to LRMC Head of Operations Andrea Madrid, dedicated lanes have been established for passengers with QR tickets and Stored Value Cards (SVC),…

Get the latest update on the full renovation of Burgos Public Market in Bacolod City. Mayor Benitez reveals the design and allocation of P525 million for the project, including the addition of 198 stalls. Find out more about the plans and the temporary relocation of vendors. Stay tuned for the city government's future renovation projects.

The true magic of Christmas lies in the eyes of those who appreciate it the most. Christmas is a cherished affair in the Philippines, with celebrations lasting nearly half a year. The beginning of “ber” months, September 1st, is heralded with a chorus of Christmas carols, echoing from household corners…