From dolls pierced with pins to insects believed to enter the human body, Filipino witchcraft lore has centuries of history. But accusations of sorcery can also put real people in danger. Read more »
Negros Occidental has decided to adopt an environmentally friendly strategy to address the growing infestation of the Red-Striped Soft Scale Insect (RSSI), opting against the use of aerial chemical spraying. Read more »
Cristian Lucanas, 31, a researcher at the University of the Philippines, has earned the nickname “Ipis Lord,” using the Filipino word for cockroach, for his work studying the insects. Read more »
As heavy rains and floods continue to affect many areas in the country, reports of electrocution-related deaths have raised alarms. Read more »
The DOST – Forest Products Research and Development Institute has come up with an innovative solution to tackle insect pests, like mosquitoes and houseflies, by transforming forest waste into effective insect repellents. Read more »
Angeles City, Pampanga was crowned Asia's Best Emerging Culinary City Destination at the World Culinary Awards Gala Ceremony in 2024, cementing the city's reputation as a rising star in worldwide food tourism. Read more »
