DENR alarmed by 82% drop in Philippine crocodile population
The population of Philippine crocodiles has declined by 82 percent, according to Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources......»»
CHR alarmed by war vs drugs in Davao City
THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) is alarmed by Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte’s “war against drugs”, as seven drug users were killed from different barangays in the city over the weekend, just a few hours after his declaration......»»
Philippine s population projected to reach around 138.67 mln by 2055
MANILA, Feb. 1 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine population is projected to reach 138.67 million by 2055, assuming that the total fertility rate (TFR) of 1.9 children per woman in 2021 will be sustained until 2055, according to a Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) study released Wednesday night. The statistics agency based its projections on the 2020 census-based national population using three TFR scenarios. Total.....»»
Philippine s population projected to reach around 138.67 mln by 2055
MANILA, Feb. 1 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine population is projected to reach 138.67 million by 2055, assuming that the total fertility rate (TFR) of 1.9 children per woman in 2021 will be sustained until 2055, according to a Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) study released Wednesday night. The statistics agency based its projections on the 2020 census-based national population using three TFR scenarios. Total.....»»
DENR stops operation of Chocolate Hills resort
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued a cease and desist order (CDO) against the controversial Chocolate Hills resort operating in a protected area in Bohol province. DENR Undersecretary for Field Operations Juan Miguel Cuna said the CDO was issued on March 14, putting Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort under close monitoring.....»»
Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes
Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
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......»»
Upcycled Sculpture
Sherwin Guitche shows a crocodile sculpture during an art exhibition at Holy Cross of Davao College in Davao City on Thursday (22 February 2024). Guitche says his sculptures are made of upcycled materials such as Styrofoam and PVC. MindaNews photo.....»»
‘Alarmed’ Marcos Jr. No trigger for MDT
While expressing “great alarm” over the latest incident involving Filipino and Chinese vessels in the West Philippine Sea, President Marcos said he did not see it as a trigger for the Mutual Defense Treaty between the Philippines and the United States......»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
The world s population might be at risk
The world s population might be at risk.....»»
BFAR: Fish population is simply rising
BFAR: Fish population is simply rising.....»»
DENR, mayor ‘sabong’ sa Chocolate Hills resort
Hahantong sa away ang demolition ng resort sa Chocolate Hills sa Bohol, babala ni Senador Cynthia Villar. The post DENR, mayor ‘sabong’ sa Chocolate Hills resort first appeared on Abante......»»
DENR mum on Loyzaga family landholdings
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has refused to comment on allegations against Secretary Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga that her position as DENR chief clashes with her family’s vast landholdings. “.....»»
Tulfo: DENR bantay-salakay sa kalikasan
Tahasang sinabi ni Senador Raffy Tulfo na bantay-salakay ang Department of Environment and Natural Resources dahil imbes na pangalagaan ang kalikasan ay tumutulong pa sila sa pagsira nito. The post Tulfo: DENR bantay-salakay sa kalikasan first appeared on Abante......»»