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Afghanistan: Aid Cutbacks, Taliban Abuses Imperil Health

(New York) - The sharp reduction in foreign assistance for Afghanistan's public health system, alongside the Taliban's serious abuses against women and girls have jeopardized the right to health for millions of Afghans, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The healthcare crisis has made the Afghan population increasingly vulnerable to severe malnutrition.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Marcos to tag as urgent rice law amendments returning NFA s original powers

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has agreed to tag as urgent proposed changes to the controversial Rice Tarrification Law (RTL) that would allow the National Food Authority to sell cheap rice in the markets again. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law

Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law

Toral: Beyond pranks and politics: The urgent call for a misinformation law.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

OCTA poll: Only 1 percent believe Cha-cha is urgent

Only one in every 100 Filipinos identified Charter change as an urgent national concern in a recent survey conducted by the OCTA Research group......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Philippine food firms’ sales hit $133 million in Dubai fair

Philippine food companies generated $133 million worth of export sales from a food trade show held in Dubai last month, according to the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Plastic makes up 90% of Manila Bay litter — monitoring survey

Around 90% of the 12 million pieces of marine litter collected from Manila Bay's coastline were plastic, a new study revealed, highlighting the urgent need for stricter policy implementation and an integrated marine waste management plan. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Pascual lauds Citem’s international food expo spotlighting Filipino food manufacturers

Pascual lauds Citem’s international food expo spotlighting Filipino food manufacturers.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

CVIRAA 2024: Samsam urges probe into ‘spoiled food’ for Talisay delegates

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Talisay City Mayor Gerald Anthony “Samsam” Gullas is urging the Department of Education (DepEd) in Talisay City to investigate reports that one of their delegates to the Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) was served spoiled food. Apart from the spoiled food, the mayor has also received complaints about frozen food.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

Dyowa ni Selena Gomez binengga nang okrayin ang Pinoy fast food chain

BUGBOG-SARADO ang American record producer na si Benny Blanco sa mga netizens matapos mag-viral ang pambabarubal nito sa isang Pinoy fast food chain. Pinutakti ng hate comments si Benny dahil sa hindi makatarungang pagre-review nito sa food and drinks mula sa sikat na fast food dito sa Pilipinas. Napanood din namin ang TikTok video ng.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Lab-grown proteins, edible containers, and other food innovations we’ll eat in 2024

San Miguel Foods Culinary Center recently presented “Food Forward: A Taste of 2024 Food Trends” hosted by Paolo Abrera and chef Llena Tan-Arcenas, who saw these trends at the 2023 Thailand Food Expo, as well as from SMFCC’s research and observations......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

Delight in the future of healthy and convenient eating as FOODPhilippines joins Gulfood 2024

A delegation of 25 food exhibitors will rally behind FOODPhilippines, the country’s collective food promotions program, to showcase an array of nutritious food options at the 29th edition of Gulfood. The Philippine delegation will return for the 19th consecutive time to one of the world’s biggest and most relevant trade shows for food and beverage […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Philippines summons Chinese envoy over South China Sea water cannon attack

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has viewed that there is an urgent need to rehabilitate and relocate the Ghazipur Dairy and Bhalswa Dairy, as they are situated adjacent to the Sanitary Landfill Sites ('SLFS'). The court said that the dairies should be moved to areas where proper sewage, drainage, biogas plants, ample open space for the cattle to move around, and sufficient grazing areas are available......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

China bullying hurts our economy

China’s bullying in our exclusive economic zone at the West Philippine Sea is hurting our economy, particularly the energy sector. It is disrupting exploration and development of oil and gas. Whatever resources may be there will remain untapped; a tragedy given our urgent need for domestic energy sources......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

COMMENTARY | Strategies for powering progress: The Visayas energy imperative 

As one of the country's major urban centers, Cebu City's demand for energy has surged, driven by a growing population, an expanding industrial sector, and a thriving tourism industry. Beneath its busy streets and growing economy lies the critical challenge of the urgent need for increased power generation capacity. .....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

COMMENTARY | Strategies for powering progress: The Visayas energy imperative 

As one of the country's major urban centers, Cebu City's demand for energy has surged, driven by a growing population, an expanding industrial sector, and a thriving tourism industry. Beneath its busy streets and growing economy lies the critical challenge of the urgent need for increased power generation capacity. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

DepEd urged to address staffing shortages to deload teachers of admin tasks

Educators from different schools in Luzon explained that while lightening teachers’ workload is an urgent need, there are not enough non-teaching personnel to deload them of administrative duties and hiring more personnel is not a guarantee in all districts......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Sustainable Practices for Small Businesses

As news about how microplastics have been harming fish for years adds up to the environmental problems the world is now facing, there is now the need for businesses to have an urgent focus on sustainability to not do any more damage to the environment. Small businesses, often the backbone of local economies, have a […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

House expedites release of P35M aid for Davao disaster victims

The House of Representatives, in collaboration with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., is expediting the release of P35 million in financial aid and 17,500 food packs to assist the seven congressional districts affected by recent flooding and landslides in the Davao Region. Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez emphasized the urgency of their efforts, aiming to provide substantial assistance to the nearly 45,000 affected families and over 187,000 individuals in the region. Coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development is underway to swiftly release PHP5 million to each district through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program. The financial aid will support various relief efforts, including infrastructure reconstruction and medical assistance. Tingog Party-list representatives also expressed their commitment to ensuring the assistance reaches those most in need......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Continue serving with care, compassion, PBBM tells DSWD

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of serving the public with care and compassion during the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) 73rd anniversary celebration. He commended the DSWD for its continuous efforts in providing aid to disaster victims and the disadvantaged sectors. President Marcos urged the DSWD to treat the poor and vulnerable with kindness and empathy, highlighting the agency's role in uplifting communities. He also noted the significant increase in the agency's budget, particularly for programs such as Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), senior pension, food catering operations, and the food stamps program. President Marcos emphasized that the DSWD's programs are designed to offer a hand up rather than a handout, aiming to empower individuals and families to improve their circumstances. He underscored the government's commitment to dignified giving and support for those in need, emphasizing the agency's role in providing assistance while promoting self-sufficiency......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024