Some of the country’s major business organizations are calling on the government to return more than P107 billion that the PDIC remitted to the National Treasury, saying the move could erode trust in the financial system. Read more »
As part of its endeavor to protect and manage biodiversity, UNESCO officially unveiled its updated list and designation of biosphere reserves, which includes the Province of Apayao. Read more »
In a first for Mindanao, the provincial government of Misamis Oriental has partnered with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) to implement food-drying technology. Read more »
Despite the rise of cleaner energy options, coal-fired power plants continue to dominate the Philippines, serving as the primary source of electricity across the archipelago. According to data from the Department of Energy (DOE), coal maintains its position as the top contributor to the country's power grid, providing a substantial portion of its energy needs. Read more »
The name "Tarlac" traces its roots to the Aeta word "Malatarlak," signifying a talahib-like weed. This area, situated in the western mountain regions, was once inhabited by the Aetas. Established as a province by the Spaniards in 1874, Tarlac emerged from the lands of Pampanga and Pangasinan, shaping its linguistic landscape with Kapampangan and Ilocano dialects. Read more »
