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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.....»»
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......»»
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.....»»
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 […].....»»
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......»»
DENR-Soccsksargen notes PH trogon, 2 species of squirrels on Mt Apo
THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)-Soccsksargen documented four Philippine Trogons and two species of squirrels known as the Philippine Pygmy Squirrel and Mindanao Tree Squirrel on Mount Apo......»»
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......»»
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.....»»
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......»»
Man who threatened to kill his mother over spoiled food nabbed
Man who threatened to kill his mother over spoiled food nabbed.....»»
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......»»
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......»»
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.....»»
Lotilla sablay forecast: 47 power plant tumirik sa El Niño
Umaabot sa 47 power plant ang tumirik sa loob lamang ng 30 araw kaya halos kapusin ang suplay ng kuryente sa Luzon at Visayas, taliwas sa naging pangako ni Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla noong Marso na sapat ang suplay ng kuryente kahit sa panahon ng tag-init. The post Lotilla sablay forecast: 47 power plant tumirik sa El Niño first appeared on Abante......»»
Iloilo army seizes multiple arms caches from NPA
Iloilo army seizes multiple arms caches from NPA.....»»
PCG seizes 2 motorboats for illegal fishing
PCG seizes 2 motorboats for illegal fishing.....»»
PDEA scores anew; arrests 2, seizes P3.4-M illegal drugs
PDEA scores anew; arrests 2, seizes P3.4-M illegal drugs.....»»
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......»»
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......»»