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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

Malarayat, Katy’s Farm pace Lipa golf

Team Malarayat and Katys’ Farm-AGAP 1 put in 94 points each for joint leadership in the championship division in the first Lipa City Fiesta Barako Golf Tournament at the Mount Malarayat Golf and Country Club in Lipa, Batangas yesterday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

DOF sticks with P4.3 trillion revenue goal

The Department of Finance is keeping its P4.3-trillion revenue target for the year, banking on non-tax measures even amid less optimistic expectations on overall economic expansion......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 20th, 2024

NMP 2023 breaks waves; Eyes bigger accomplishment in 2024

The National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP) takes pride in announcing a year of remarkable achievements in 2023, setting new standards and exceeding expectations......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMay 19th, 2024

Philippine central bank holds key interest rates

MANILA, May 16 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine central bank opted Thursday to keep the bank's target reverse repurchase rate at 6.5 percent and the interest rates on the overnight deposit and lending facilities at 6 percent and 7 percent, respectively. In a press conference, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona said that inflation expectations remain well-anchored while a restrictive policy stance.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 17th, 2024

Positive foreign, local news buoy stocks

The stock market bounced back on positive cues abroad coupled with expectations on earlier interest rate cuts......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

‘One More Chance’: Differences, similarities between movie and musical

Did “One More Chance, The Musical” live up to the expectations set by the blockbuster movie? The stage play adaptation of ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc.’s “One More Chance” was faithful to the original movie in terms of the storyline, dialogues, themes and the characters involved......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Chinas First Quarter Results Show Growth Propelled by Factories

The Chinese economy exceeded expectations in the first quarter of this year, growing by 1.6 percent despite the challenges posed by the real estate crisis.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

Peso may outperform peer currencies this year

The peso is seen outperforming other currencies in the region this year, but is not likely to strengthen against the dollar due to expectations of delayed rate cuts and the Philippines’ trade deficit, according to British banking giant HSBC......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

Business confidence improves in Q2 – BSP

Companies in the Philippines have a more bullish outlook for the second quarter and the next 12 months amid expectations of higher consumer demand, uptick in business activities as well as easing inflation......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Cuts in bank reserves unlikely soon – BSP

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is unlikely to cut banks’ reserve requirement ratio in the third quarter, amid expectations of policy rate cuts in the second half of the year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

Blue Eagles coach tempers Final Four expectations amid momentum

Ateneo Blue Eagles head coach Sergio Veloso is not getting ahead of himself as his team is slowly showing its form in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

Bretman Rock gipasidunggan sa Hawaii House tungod sa iyang ‘global influence’

Bongga kaayo ang bag-o nga milestone sa Filipino-American internet personality nga si Bretman Rock. Giila siya sa Hawaii House of Representative tungod sa iyang “global influence” nga naghatag og inspirasyon sa kadaghanan, ilabi na ang mga Fil-Am citizens sa maong nasud. “You have overcome obstacles and defied expectations, blazing a trail for others to follow,”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Retail Sales in US Fall Short of Expectations Following Previous Month’s Decline

US retail sales saw a slight increase of 0.6% in February, falling short of predictions and sparking worries about consumer spending strength. This uptick follows.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Bretman Rock kinilala ng Hawaii House dahil sa kanyang ‘global influence’

BIGATIN ang bagong milestone ng Filipino-American internet personality na si Bretman Rock! Kinilala siya ng Hawaii House of Representative dahil sa kanyang “global influence” na nagbibigay-inspirasyon sa marami, lalo na sa Fil-am citizens ng nasabing bansa. “You have overcome obstacles and defied expectations, blazing a trail for others to follow,” sey ni State Representative Darius.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

A quick look at the week ahead

For the PSE, earnings season is starting to heat up as financial condition reports trickle in and the FY23 teasers keep coming to manage our expectations......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

German manufacturing hits four-month low - S& P Global

Factory activity has dropped further than expected by economists, signaling a sharp downturn in the economy, data shows German manufacturing activity dropped well below expectations in February, indicating an accelerated rate of economic downturn, the latest data compiled by S&P Global has revealed.   .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

‘All-out war’

EJ Obiena is faced with the greatest challenge of his life at the Paris Olympic pole vault event on Aug. 3 and 5. Since finishing below expectations in Tokyo, he has been relentlessly pursuing improvement, participating in two competitions in Croatia and Germany just this week, and the World Indoor Athletics Championshop second week of March. He is very clear about his motivation......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Three AI Enablers to Watch as Nvidia Unveils Surprise

Nvidia Corp. set to announce quarterly results, high expectations in AI market Nvidia Corp. is gearing up to unveil its latest quarterly results, with the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Cua, Go stand out with title wins in Gov. Jubahib Cup netfest

Unfancied Dhea Cua flashed her burgeoning talent by racking up two victories, while Marcus Go lived up to expectations, matching the former’s achievements in the Gov. Edwin Jubahib Cup national tennis championships......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024