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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

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

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

Butuanon tricycle driver earns praises for returning P300,000 cash

BUTUAN CITY (MindaNews / 01 March) – For his honest act of returning P300,000 in cash left by a passenger, a tricycle driver is making headlines here, receiving praises from the online community and special recognition from the city government. Delfin Añora Jr., an elderly tricycle driver from Barangay Baan Riverside, handed over last February […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 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

DBP seeks capital buildup of up to P300 billion

State-run Development Bank of the Philippines is hoping to raise its authorized capital stock to P300 billion as the bank seeks to amend its nearly three-decade-old charter......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Tulfo’s bill seeks to impose stricter penalties for drunk drivers

MANILA, Philippines — A bill seeking to impose stricter penalties for drunk drivers, including a fine of up to P1,000,000, has been filed by Senator Raffy Tulfo. At present, the current law penalizes drunk drivers who caused homicide with a fine ranging from P300,000 to P500,000. But Tulfo, through his Senate Bill No, 2546, proposed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  bicolperyodikoRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

PCG seizes 2 motorboats for illegal fishing

PCG seizes 2 motorboats for illegal fishing.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

PDEA scores anew; arrests 2, seizes P3.4-M illegal drugs

PDEA scores anew; arrests 2, seizes P3.4-M illegal drugs.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

PNP exec in sex scandal threatened victim with enforced disappearance

A Philippine National Police colonel embroiled in a sex scandal allegedly threatened his victim that he could make her disappear......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Journalists harassed, threatened by armed men while covering demolition

At least 12 men, all with guns and wearing bonnets, forced their way inside the gates during the demolition. One of the men pointed a gun at Rowena “Weng” Quejada and told her to stop taking videos. The armed men proceeded to forcibly take her cellphone and bag, including all her IDs and her wallet which contained cash. The post Journalists harassed, threatened by armed men while covering demolition appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Argentine oil producers rebel against Milei government

A number of regions have threatened to withhold supplies in what has turned into a standoff with the president Argentina's key oil-producing provinces have threatened to cut supplies to the rest of the country if President Javier Milei presses ahead with a plan to slash funding and withhold billions in federal tax rev.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Fetus found in condo’s sewage treatment plant

A fetus was found dumped in the sewage treatment plant of a high-end condominium complex in Quezon City on Tuesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

P3 billion solar power plant to rise in Negros Occidental

Eight years after a 25-megawatt solar power plant became operational in Silay City, Negros Occidental, a similar project worth P3 billion will be established in the same city......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

We broke it, we fix it : DENR urges Filipinos to join Earth Hour 2024

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) enjoined Filipinos to do their part in reversing damages brought by humans upon Mother Nature in the last 300,000 years......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Plant-Based Protein and its Potential to Prevent Chronic Diseases in Women – The Daily Guardian

Title: New Study Shows Plant Protein Promotes Healthier Aging in Women A groundbreaking study conducted on over 48,000 women as part of the Nurses’ Health.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Liza Soberano wears P300,000 dress to Elton John s Oscars party

Actress Liza Soberano is slowly rising up the Hollywood ranks after attending the annual Oscars party hosted by British singer Elton John......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Calapan, Oriental Mindoro barangay councilman stabbed dead in his house

The Calapan mayor and the Rotary Club offered a reward of P300,000 for information to help solve the killing of Anacorito Bolor, a barangay official fond of wearing gold necklaces, bracelets, and rings in public.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024