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Rare beetle discovered in Mt. Hamiguitan sanctuary

In a recent discovery, a rare long-horned beetle, Paraskeletodes hamiguitanensis, was found in the Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary (MHRWS) in Davao Oriental. The beetle was unearthed during a scientific expedition led by the Provincial Government of Davao Oriental and conducted by a team from Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU). Dr. Milton Medina, a Filipino coleopterist, confirmed the uniqueness of P. hamiguitanensis through careful morphological examination, highlighting distinct differences from its closely related counterpart found in Sulawesi, Indonesia. The discovery sheds light on the limited knowledge of beetle taxonomy in the Philippines and underscores the need for increased scientific and conservation efforts in biodiversity hotspots like the Philippines and Sulawesi. Concerns were raised about the global trade of beetle species and the rapid loss of forest cover in the Philippines, emphasizing the vital role of protected areas like Mt. Hamiguitan as essential sanctuaries for biodiversity. The researchers emphasized the need for cooperation with DENR-Davao in promoting biodiversity conservation and encouraged young scholars to explore beetle taxonomy. The discovery of P. hamiguitanensis and several other beetle species in the area underscores the rich biodiversity of Mt. Hamiguitan, with ongoing research aiming to describe more species and uncover many undiscovered ones in the region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Vice: Dapat lahat may closure, pero ano bang closure tinutukoy mo?

MGA ka-BANDERA, naniniwala ba kayo sa “closure“? Yung dapat nag-uusap daw ang naghiwalay na magdyowa para mas mabilis ang pagmu-move on? Naging hot topic ang usaping ito sa isang episode ng “EXpecially for You” segment ng “It’s Showtime” nitong nagdaang Friday. Baka Bet Mo: Albie Casino walang time magkadyowa; may 4 na katangiang hinahanap sa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Closure of 2,000 lotto outlets probed

The House of Representatives on Tuesday investigated the closure of some 2,000 lotto outlets by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office.The House of Representatives on Tuesday investigated the closure of some 2,000 lotto outlets by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Last 4 nuns of Spanish convent seek sisters to keep it open

RONDA, Spain—With only four nuns left, the historic Corazon Eucaristico de Jesus convent in southern Spain is on the brink of closure. Now, its prioress is calling on sisters everywhere to take a leap of faith, come up to the sanctuary in the mountaintop city of Ronda and stay on for a while to keep.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Officials slam DEPW, contractor over delay in drainage project

Officials slam DEPW, contractor over delay in drainage project.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

PH media organizations slam Chinese Foreign Ministry

PH media organizations slam Chinese Foreign Ministry.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Groups slam media security chief for red-tagging ahead of UN expert’s visit

Altermidya and the NUJP said Presidential Task Force on Media Security executive director Paulino Gutierrez’s attack against journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio also proves the absurdity of his agency’s continued existence. The post Groups slam media security chief for red-tagging ahead of UN expert’s visit appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Universal Health Care Program to benefit 288,000 Lumads in Agusan Sur

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur (MindaNews / 31 January)—The Universal Health Care (UHC) program launched by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) here starting January 1 this year is set to benefit the 288,353 indigenous peoples (IPs) in this landlocked province. The UHC beneficiaries—hailing from the Manobo, Higaonon, Banwaon, and Tala-andig tribes—reside in geographically isolated, […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers - Philippine Canadian Inquirer

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers Philippine Canadian Inquirer.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

250 displaced vendors relocated to Bankerohan

A DAVAO City Ancillary Services Unit (ASU) official announced that approximately 250 displaced vendors will be relocated to Bankerohan Public Market and Marfori’s market still within Bankerohan as part of its ongoing clearing operations......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid

1,300 displaced Maguindanao del Norte families get relief aid.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Lebanon s displaced celebrate Ramadan amid fears that border conflict might become the new normal

Lebanon s displaced celebrate Ramadan amid fears that border conflict might become the new normal.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

1,537 individuals displaced in Looc fire

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu —  Around 444 families, comprising 1,537 individuals, were displaced by a massive fire that struck two sitios in Barangay Looc, Mandaue City, on Tuesday afternoon, March 12th. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in Mandaue City, the fire originated at the residence of Elisita Dinauanao and quickly spread to approximately.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Lawmakers welcome back wages for displaced OFWs in Saudi Arabia

The government’s efforts to ensure displaced overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) receive their back pay from bankrupted Saudi Arabian construction companies have been lauded by lawmakers from both the upper and lower chambers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Displaced workers receive back wages from Saudi Arabia

Thousands of displaced Filipino construction workers are finally getting their back wages from the government of Saudi Arabia......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

DOT: Sofitel closure ‘significant loss’ for tourism

The upcoming closure of the five-star Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila hotel would be a “significant loss for the tourism industry,” the Department of Tourism said on Monday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Resort charges mayor due to excessive force during closure

MANILA, Philippines — A resort in Panglao, Bohol, which was recently ordered to shut operations due to lack of business permit, filed charges against town Mayor Edgardo “Boy” Arcay and others due to the alleged use of “excessive force” during the closure. Criminal and civil cases were filed last April 26 at the Office of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024