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EcoWaste Coalition Seeks Mayor Rama s Help to Halt Sale of Banned Cosmetics with Mercury

22 February 2024, Cebu City/Quezon City.  An environmental health NGO sought the help of Cebu City Mayor Michael "Mike" Rama to stop the unlawful sale of contraband cosmetics containing high concentrations of mercury, a health-damaging chemical not allowed in cosmetic products."We respectfully request your good office to take the necessary action to stop the continuing sale in Cebu City of skin whi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

China using cyanide to destroy Scarborough on purpose — BFAR

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources revealed that Chinese fisherfolk have been using the deadly chemical compound cyanide to damage Bajo de Masinloc — a body of water also known as the Scarborough Shoal......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Watchdog warns Filipinos from buying chicken toy due to toxic chemicals

The EcoWaste Coalition has advised Filipino consumers to refrain from buying an unauthorized squeaky toy marketed for kids and pets alike due to the presence of an "endocrine disrupting chemical.".....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Warning Out on Cancer-Causing Cadmium in Lucky Charm Bracelets

Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition is warning luck seekers from buying charm bracelets adorned with metal components containing extremely high concentrations of cadmium, a chemical that is linked to various types of cancer. The group, which has been campaigning against toxic metals like cadmium, lead, mercury and other chemicals of concern, made […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Mandtra Residences Showroom Opens In Mandaue City

Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) and Cebu Homegrown Developers Inc. opened Mandtra Residences’ showroom in Casuntingan, Mandaue City.  Elegantly designed with an urban tropical style, the high-ceiling showroom includes outdoor and indoor lobbies, a reception area, a meeting room, sales office, a bare studio type unit, and fully-furnished studio and one-bedroom units. CLI Chairman and Chief.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

PETValue Philippines Recycles 1-B PET Bottles, Seeks to Forge More Partnerships to Build on Sustainability milestone

PETValue Philippines, the country’s first bottle-to-bottle, food-grade recycling facility, celebrates a landmark achievement of 1 billion PET bottles recycled—underscoring the impact of strong collective action toward a fully circular economy. A joint venture between Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc. (CCBPI) and Indorama Ventures, a global sustainable chemical company, PETValue gives limitless life to clear PET plastic […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

PETValue Philippines Recycles 1 Billion PET Bottles, Seeks to Forge More Partnerships to Build on Sustainability milestone

PETValue Philippines, the country’s first bottle-to-bottle, food-grade recycling facility, celebrates a landmark achievement of 1 billion PET bottles recycled—underscoring the impact of strong collective action toward a fully circular economy. A joint venture between Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc. (CCBPI) and Indorama Ventures, a global sustainable chemical company, PETValue gives limitless life to clear PET plastic […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Factory output rises to 5-month high in February

Manufacturing output in February picked up at its fastest pace in five months, driven by the performance of electronic, food and chemical products, according to the Philippine Statistics  Authority......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Tanker leaks hydrochloric acid in Manila

A chemical tanker containing 3,000 liters of concentrated hydrochloric acid developed a leak along Quirino Avenue in Manila before dawn yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Speaker pitches Philippines as ideal investment destination at WEF

With its “unique demographic advantage and ongoing reforms to open up the economy,” the Philippines is now an “ideal destination” for foreign investments, Speaker Martin Romualdez told leaders and representatives of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations gathered for the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Switzerland......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

EAM Jaishankar discusses security, maritime cooperation with his Philippine counterpart in Manila

Manila [Philippines], March 26 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on an official visit to Manila, held a 'warm and productive' meeting with Philippines Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Enrique Manalo on Tuesday and discussed wide-ranging issues of security and maritime cooperation. During the meeting, both leaders exchanged views on global, regional, and multilateral issues, including Indo-Pacific, ASEAN,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Rhea Gullas Cup unfolds with bigger and better sports for all 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — One of Cebu’s longest-running annual multi-sports meet, the Rhea Gullas Cup, officially kicked off on Saturday, February 10, at the Enan Chiong Activity Center in the Naga City, Cebu.  The annual meet formerly known as the Gullas Cup, which started in the 1970s, has gone bigger and grander with the addition.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

SINULOG 2024: What is the Devotee City?

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Devotees of Señor Santo Niño are widely recognized for their deep religious convictions and practices, particularly during the annual Sinulog Festival in Cebu, held every January. With the annual influx of devotees to Cebu City for the Sinulog Festival and the attendance of novena masses for the Fiesta Señor, the city.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

PSAC, Millenium meeting bolsters US-Philippines economic ties

PSAC, Millenium meeting bolsters US-Philippines economic ties.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

MVP Group dominates 20th Philippine Quill Awards

It was a triumphant night for the MVP Group of Companies, encompassing leading entities such as Light Rail Manila Corp., Manila Electric Co., Maynilad Water Services Inc., PLDT, Smart Communications Inc., Makati Medical Center, Maya, Metro Pacific Dumaguete Water Services Inc., Metro Pacific Tollways South Management Corp., Metro Pacific Investments Corp., Meralco – One Meralco Foundation and Metro Pacific Investments Foundation, as its member companies secured a staggering total of 87 awards at the 20th Philippine Quill Awards, organized by the International Association of Business Communicators......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

PBA All Stars hopping over to Davao next

The PBA is looking at Davao as potentially the next venue for the annual All-Star Weekend as it considers bringing the annual festivities to Mindanao after back-to-back stops in the Visayas......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

6 Ateneo schools compete in annual Ateneo Invitational Games

Over 260 athletes from six different Jesuit schools across the country will converge at the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) for the annual Ateneo Invitational Games, scheduled to run from January 13-15, 2024, in Mandaue City. The basketball and volleyball meet features six Jesuit member schools, including SHS-AdC. The visiting schools include two from.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Time to Shine: Make Your Mark for Earth Hour at SM Malls

Small actions can make a big difference. This year, SM Supermalls invites everyone to #GiveAnHourForEarth by joining millions around the world in the annual Global Lights Switch Off on March 23 from 8:30pm to 9:30pm. This 2024, SM marks 16 years of commitment in supporting the annual campaign initiated by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

SEC sets deadlines for filing of annual reports

The Securities and Exchange Commission has set the deadlines for the submission of annual reports of companies this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

FACES OF CEBU: Maribeth Mall Ababon, 35, woman firefighter

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Womanhood does not set a boundary on what you can do to be of service to society. Over the years, this sentence has been proven to be true as women have found their place in various industries, especially those known to be historically dominated by men. Among these is the fire.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024