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New species of Amazon anaconda, world’s largest snake, discovered

It was thought that there was only one species of green anaconda in the wild, the Eunectes murinus, but the scientific journal 'Diversity' reveals that the new 'northern green anaconda' belongs to a different, new species, Eunectes akiyama.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles

The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings

The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Kermit the Fossil: Muppet inspires ancient amphibian species

Researchers named an amphibian species of a 270 million-year-old fossil found 40 years ago after the famous Muppet character Kermit the Frog......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

World’s rarest, most threatened migratory shore bird seen in PH

In a historic moment for Philippine avian biodiversity, the world’s rarest and most threatened migratory shorebird has been sighted for the very first time in the country. The spoon-billed sandpiper, with a global population estimated at around 490 mature individuals, is a critically endangered species on the Red List of the International Union for Conservation.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Endangered green sea turtle ‘Liit’ released back to sea

Endangered green sea turtle ‘Liit’ released back to sea.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Local art gallery provides ‘jump-off point’ for homegrown artists

Local art gallery provides ‘jump-off point’ for homegrown artists.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

NGCP not solely to blame for Panay blackout – Chiz

The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines is not solely to blame for the Panay power outage, Sen. Francis Escudero said, adding that power plants also failed in ensuring the island’s power supply......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Batanes seaport to be funded by US

A plan is underway to construct a United States-funded civilian port in Batanes, chosen for its strategic significance and proximity to Taiwan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

DENR mobilizing $278 million foreign-funded projects

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is mobilizing over $278 million worth of foreign-funded projects this year for biodiversity, climate change and environment programs to strengthen environmental resiliency and sustainability in local government units......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Marcos leads ceremonial energization of the Cebu-Negros-Panay sub-grids

Marcos leads ceremonial energization of the Cebu-Negros-Panay sub-grids.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Marcos leads ceremonial energization of the Cebu-Negros-Panay sub-grids

Marcos leads ceremonial energization of the Cebu-Negros-Panay sub-grids.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

3ID joins Panay, Romblon, Guimaras ‘Victory Day’ commemoration

3ID joins Panay, Romblon, Guimaras ‘Victory Day’ commemoration.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Sugar trail in Panay, Negros eyes inclusion in World Heritage List

Sugar trail in Panay, Negros eyes inclusion in World Heritage List.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Power outages hit Panay, Negros anew

Parts of Panay and Negros islands were plunged into darkness anew on Friday night as power plants went on forced outages......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Xian Lim panay ang cryptic post: ‘I only want real’

PALAISIPAN ngayon sa madlang netizens ang pagbabahagi ng Kapuso actor na si Xian Lim ng mga cryptic post sa kaniyang social media. Sa kanyang Instagram ay panay ang pagbabahagi nito ng reels na talaga namang pumukaw sa atensyon ng mga netizens at ilan sa mga tagasuporta ng kanyang ex-girlfriend na si Kim Chiu. Isa sa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

DOE official: Grid system in Panay Island stable

DOE official: Grid system in Panay Island stable.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

PCPC admits internal plant issue prolonged return to Panay grid

The Palm Concepcion Power Corp. admitted to the Senate that its plant caused and prolonged the power outage on Panay Island at the start of January......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Rights groups urge German, Czech Republic gov’ts to raise lack of accountability, continuing killings

Human rights group Karapatan urged the governments of Germany and the Czech Republic to raise concerns on the “dire lack of accountability and the continuing killings in the Philippines” as Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is on a state visit in the said countries. The post Rights groups urge German, Czech Republic gov’ts to raise lack of accountability, continuing killings appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

German manufacturing hits four-month low - S& P Global

Factory activity has dropped further than expected by economists, signaling a sharp downturn in the economy, data shows German manufacturing activity dropped well below expectations in February, indicating an accelerated rate of economic downturn, the latest data compiled by S&P Global has revealed.   .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024