A conflicted custodian of our environment
Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga’s duty as DENR secretary clashes with her family’s vast landholdings......»»
Gender and crimes that affect the environment: why it matters
Gender and crimes that affect the environment: why it matters.....»»
LGUs, agencies urged to use geohazard maps
Former environment secretary Lito Atienza has urged concerned agencies and local government units to use geohazard maps prepared by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to mitigate impacts of natural disasters on human life......»»
Rights groups call for a safer environment for children
By DOMINIC GUTOMAN Bulatlat.com MANILA – Half a million Filipino children were trafficked for the production of new child sexual exploitation material in 2022, according to rights groups. Over the past 15 years, online child sexual abuse material surged by 15,000 percent, according to non-profit organization Thorn: Digital Defenders of Children. Women’s group Gabriela attributed… The post Rights groups call for a safer environment for children appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
3 snakes rescued in Mandaue City in one week
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – At least three snakes were rescued in Barangay Umapad, Mandaue City, this week. Architect Aracelli Barlam, head of the Mandaue City Environment Office (MCENRO), said on Thursday, Feb. 15, that the three snakes rescued and turned over to them have already been brought to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.....»»
Pascual highlights enabling environment for investors
Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual affirmed the government’s commitment in creating an enabling environment for investments, citing efforts geared towards digitalization......»»
Councilor urges social media influencers to observe local laws
The Davao City councilor, Temujin “Tek” Ocampo, has urged social media influencers to familiarize themselves with local ordinances before promoting areas to their followers. Ocampo, who heads the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, appreciates the promotion of Davao City by social media influencers but emphasizes the importance of understanding local laws before attracting crowds to specific areas. He expressed gratitude for the promotion but highlighted the challenge of controlling the influx of people once a location is featured. Ocampo plans to collaborate with Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre, Chair of the Committee on Tourism and Beautification, to accredit social media vloggers through the local government unit. He underscored the need for accredited vloggers, recognizing their contributions to the city and addressing any mistakes they might make. This initiative aims to balance recognition for positive actions with corrective measures for any missteps. The concerns arose in November 2023 when a Davao City-based environment group criticized a travel vlogger for promoting recreational activities in a river within the Panigan-Tamugan Watershed. Following a waste dumping incident on January 11, 2024, the group urged Dabawenyos, especially vloggers and influencers, to refrain from visiting protected areas for leisure. They emphasize the importance of understanding and respecting rules and regulations before endorsing specific parts of the city......»»
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......»»
Filminera, PhilGold feted for 5-year safety record in Masbate Gold Project
The Philippine Mine Safety and Environment Association (PMSEA) awarded Filminera Resources Corporation (Filminera) and Phil. Gold Processing & Refining Corp. (PhilGold) the Platinum Achievement and Safest Mine Award, respectively, at PMSEA’s 69th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference......»»
‘Tambag’ from our Bisaya mothers about our love lives
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Love makes the world go round. Love makes people laugh and feel butterflies in their stomach. Love gives us headaches and heartaches. Love according to our mothers is a deep feeling and connection with someone. CHAR! Since Mother’s Day is just around the corner, (May 12, 2024) let’s touch base with the.....»»
Cloud seeding or rain dance?
The effects of El Niño phenomenon, or the long dry spell in our country continue to wreak havoc in our normal daily living. Our neighboring countries Thailand and Bangladesh are likewise not spared from this climate change phenomenon. In the particular situation of the Philippines, the prolonged dry period is precariously affecting both our food and energy security......»»
Taking the first steps towards an Asean Food Security Alliance
In the face of climate change and the realization of how fragile our global food supply chains are, I think it is high time we took the first steps to ensure food security not just for our country but also for our neighbors in the ASEAN......»»
'Congress and INDI alliance are busy insulting our faith': PM Modi
Damoh (Madhya Pradesh) [India], April 19 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the Congress and INDIA bloc are busy insulting the Hindu faith and beliefs adding that these were the same people who called the worship of Lord Ram a "paakhand" (hyprocrisy). Addressing an election rally in Damoh, Prime Minister Modi said, "Congress and INDI alliance are busy insulting our faith. These people say that our San.....»»
PM heads to Singapore, Thailand, and Philippines
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will travel to Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines this week (April 14-20), along with a senior business delegation, signalling the Government's commitment to deepen New Zealand's international engagement, especially our relationships in South East Asia."South East Asia is a region that is more crucial than ever to our prosperity and our security......»»
Healthcare Heroes Celebrated as Philippines Commemorates Day of Valor
Healthcare workers, who bravely put themselves at risk to protect our communities, deserve to be safeguarded. This was BAN Toxics' message as the country celebrates the Day of Valor."As we continue to navigate the post-COVID-19 landscape, let us not forget the sacrifices of our healthcare workers who were at the frontlines of the past global pandemic. They remain our heroes who risk their lives to provide us wit.....»»
5 common mole superstitions that will make your life prosperous
CEBU CITY, Philippines — We all have moles in the different parts of our bodies from the top of our heads to the soles of our feet, and most of the time we get more self-confidence with these moles for making us feel beautiful and unique. Some moles are small, there are also huge moles.....»»
Trophy bridges
Our leaders have a penchant for showcase projects whose economic justification, given our limited resources, can be questioned. We surely need a lot of bridges to connect our archipelago......»»
Marrying a love for the Philippines with chocolate
This green-eyed, handsome man is a chocolatier. Christian Valdes magically conjures up chocolate creations, that casts a spell on our palates to want more. What’s interesting is that you can taste a bit of our history and our culture as well......»»
No one to hug on Valentine’s Day? Try hugging trees!
CEBU CITY, Philippines – As Valentine’s Day graces our calendars with its presence, a different kind of love story unfolds—one that blossoms not in the exchange of roses and chocolates, but in the silent rustle of leaves and the sturdy arms of ancient trees. Amid the whirlwind of romantic air, the Department of Environment and.....»»
DENR, LGUs told to focus on climate change mitigation
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources must come up with plans to enhance local efforts to mitigate climate change, according to President Marcos, who had described the problem as “the most pressing existential challenge of our time.”.....»»
The traffic in our roads is getting worse
The traffic in our roads is getting worse.....»»