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Rare beetle discovered in Mt. Hamiguitan sanctuary

In a recent discovery, a rare long-horned beetle, Paraskeletodes hamiguitanensis, was found in the Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary (MHRWS) in Davao Oriental. The beetle was unearthed during a scientific expedition led by the Provincial Government of Davao Oriental and conducted by a team from Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU). Dr. Milton Medina, a Filipino coleopterist, confirmed the uniqueness of P. hamiguitanensis through careful morphological examination, highlighting distinct differences from its closely related counterpart found in Sulawesi, Indonesia. The discovery sheds light on the limited knowledge of beetle taxonomy in the Philippines and underscores the need for increased scientific and conservation efforts in biodiversity hotspots like the Philippines and Sulawesi. Concerns were raised about the global trade of beetle species and the rapid loss of forest cover in the Philippines, emphasizing the vital role of protected areas like Mt. Hamiguitan as essential sanctuaries for biodiversity. The researchers emphasized the need for cooperation with DENR-Davao in promoting biodiversity conservation and encouraged young scholars to explore beetle taxonomy. The discovery of P. hamiguitanensis and several other beetle species in the area underscores the rich biodiversity of Mt. Hamiguitan, with ongoing research aiming to describe more species and uncover many undiscovered ones in the region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

A PhD Student s Resilience: Defying Signal Challengesfor Online Learning

By Genevieve Balance KupangThough International Women's Month (March) has just come to a close, I would like to greet and celebrate the inspiring women who contribute, persevere, and achieve something for humanity every day! Here is to honoring and uplifting women everywhere!As a facilitator of adult learning, there's a constant joy in serving as an educator. In the narrative I'm about to share,.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

PRO-Davao awaiting order from Senate’s sgt-at-arms to arrest Pastor Quiboloy

THE Police Regional Office-Davao (PRO-Davao) has confirmed that they have not deployed law enforcers to arrest Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, a long-time religious fugitive in the country as they are awaiting a direct signal from the Office of Sergeant-at-Arms (Osaa) in the Senate......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Award-winning K-drama Signal season 2 in the works

Director Jang Won-seok and writer Kim Eun-hee attended an event in Rome when the director confirmed that the second season for the detective mystery series is in the works. .....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Robi, Maiqui abangers sa clearance ng doktor para makabuo na ng baby

MASAYANG ibinalita ng Kapamilya TV host na si Robi Domingo na tuluy-tuloy na ang pagbuti ng health condition ng kanyang asawang si Maiqui Pineda. Ayon kay Robi, maayos na ang kalagayan ngayon ng pinakamamahal niyang wifey matapos itong sumailalim sa ilang medical treatment. Sa katunayan, binigyan na ng go-signal si Maiqui ng kanyang mga doktor.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Commercial US spaceship lands on moon

A Houston-based company has landed America’s first spaceship on the Moon in more than 50 years, part of a new fleet of NASA-funded, uncrewed commercial robots intended to pave the way for astronaut missions later this decade. But while flight controllers confirmed they had received a faint signal, it was not immediately clear whether Odysseus,.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

From the Newsrooms: February 11 to 17, 2024

WITH PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr's clear signal of his approval, it was no surprise for the media to pick up the heightened discussion of charter change (Chacha) in the Senate.On February 12, the Senate was clearly engaged in the process as its Subcommittee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes began its second deliberation of the Resolution of Both Houses No. 6 amending three constitutional provi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

From the Newsrooms: February 11 to 17, 2024

WITH PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr's clear signal of his approval, it was no surprise for the media to pick up the heightened discussion of charter change (Chacha) in the Senate.On February 12, the Senate was clearly engaged in the process as its Subcommittee on Constitutional Amendments and Revision of Codes began its second deliberation of the Resolution of Both Houses No. 6 amending three constitutional provi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Davao USAR continues to assist in Masara search and rescue ops

THE Davao City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) 911 received a go signal from the Office of the Civil Defense to extend the number of days in assisting the ongoing rescue operations in the landslide-hit area of Masara in Maco, Davao De Oro......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Amending our economic provisions

On my way to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 on Monday night last week, I could already see from a distance the sea of red lights, a signal, no doubt, that traffic was at a standstill......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Gift of faith, prayers Pogoy back playing, shooting treys

Faith kept TNT star RR Pogoy going when he was diagnosed with myocarditis – an inflammation of the heart muscle – that could lead to a six-month layoff, if not signal the end of his career......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

China’s diplomats condemn foreign governments over Taiwan post-election remarks

The Chinese foreign ministry describes a statement from US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken as 'sending a seriously incorrect signal' to 'Taiwan independence separatist forces'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Dangerous heat index expected in 19 areas on Saturday

State weather bureau PAGASA warned that the heat index in 19 areas across the country is expected to reach dangerous levels on Saturday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated News19 min. ago

UPMSI-MERF assesses protected areas in Sipaway Island

UPMSI-MERF assesses protected areas in Sipaway Island.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated News15 hr. 9 min. ago

17 areas experience dangerous heat index on Wednesday

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that 17 areas in the Visayas and Mindanao experienced a dangerous heat index on Wednesday. Heat index refers to the measure of the contribution that high humidity makes with abnormally high temperatures in reducing the body’s ability to cool itself. A heat.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

PAGASA: Danger heat index in 13 areas today

At least 13 areas in the Philippines could experience a “danger” heat index of 44 degrees Celsius today amid the continued effects of El Niño and the dry season, according to the state weather bureau......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

PAGASA: Heat index in 13 areas to reach ‘dangerous’ classification

The weather agency's latest heat index bulletin said the 13 areas will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 45°C......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Envi group urges city council to craft ordinance to reduce urban heat

A DAVAO City-based environment group advocates for crafting a local green building ordinance to reduce the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect in highly developed areas. Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (IDIS), in its Facebook post on Thursday, April 11, 2024, said that in their year-long investigation on UHI from April 2022 to April 2023, they formulated key strategies in lessening heat accumulation in urban areas......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Brace for dangerous heat in 9 areas today – Pagasa

“Danger” heat index is expected in nine areas today amid the ongoing El Niño and dry season, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

9 areas to experience dangerous heat index, PAGASA says

Nine areas in the Philippines are expected to experience scorching temperatures of up to 45°Celsius (°C) on Saturday, state weather bureau PAGASA reported......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024