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Creation of EDCA site at Philippine Rise proposed

The country’s eastern seaboard where the mineral-rich Philippine Rise is located should also be protected from potential intruders, just like the West Philippine Sea where China has been making repeated incursions, a senior lawmaker said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

‘Policy on 20 percent use of Chocolate Hills illegal’

As the controversy over the Chocolate Hills continues to rage, an environmental watchdog has joined the fray, describing as unlawful the policy of the Department on Environment and Natural Resources-Protected Area Management Board that allows the use of 20 percent of the hills for development......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

DENR looking into other structures at Chocolate Hills

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will look into other establishments operating at the Chocolate Hills in Bohol amid reports that there are other such structures within the protected area......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Chocolate Hills furor prompts Bohol bishop’s call to preserve national treasures

MANILA, Philippines — The public has been urged by the Catholic bishop of Bohol to preserve national treasures amid an outcry over the construction and operation of a resort in the middle of the picturesque Chocolate Hills’ protected area. The need to “recognize and cherish” Bohol’s natural wonders, specifically its Chocolate Hills and beaches was.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Pamunuan ng resort sa Chocolate Hills, nagsalita na sa isyu

NAGLABAS na ng official statement ang pamunuan ng kontrobersyal na resort sa Chocolate Hills na Captain’s Peak Resort matapos itong mag-trending sa pambabatikos ng netizens. Marami kasi ang hindi nagustuhan ang pagpapatayo ng resort sa paanan ng isa sa mga kinikilalang tourist attraction sa Pilipinas at idineklara rin na National Geological Monument and Protected Area.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

DTI, TikTok to boost local MSMEs, expand market reach to rural areas

The Department of Trade and Industry is aiming to bolster support for micro, small, and medium enterprises in the Philippines and expand their market reach to provincial areas through a partnership with TikTok, one of the largest social media and e-commerce platforms......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

Negros handicraft makers in conflict-free areas showcase best products

Negros handicraft makers in conflict-free areas showcase best products.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

46 areas in Philippines may experience dangerous heat — PAGASA

The following areas will be under “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 48°C: .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJun 2nd, 2024

MMDA eyes emergency lay-by areas for bikers

Emergency lay-by areas, particularly under flyovers, along major roads in Metro Manila could become temporary shelters for motorists during heavy rains, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJun 1st, 2024

Holidays declared in 3 Visayas Mindanao areas

Malacañang has declared special non-working holidays in three areas in the Visayas and Mindanao for the commemoration of their founding anniversaries and local festivals next month......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 27th, 2024

‘Dangerous’ heat indices expected in 28 areas on May 28

MANILA, Philippines — Even amid the presence of Typhoon Aghon, 28 areas are still forecast to reach “dangerous” level peak heat indices of above 42ºC (degrees Celsius), said the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Based on Pagasa’s latest computed heat index forecast, the highest index is expected to reach 46ºC, specifically in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 27th, 2024

TD Aghon: Signal No. 1 in Metro Manila, other parts of Luzon

MANILA, Philippines — Several areas in Luzon including Metro Manila were placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No.1 by the state weather bureau due to Tropical Depression Aghon. According to the 5:00 p.m. update of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), the areas listed below may experience wind speeds of up to.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 25th, 2024

Aghon now over Samar Sea, Signal No. 1 raised over 17 areas

State weather bureau PAGASA on Saturday morning placed a total of 17 areas in Luzon and Visayas under Signal Number 1 due to Tropical Depression Aghon......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 25th, 2024

Tropical Depression Aghon: Signal No.1 up in 12 areas

MANILA, Philippines — Tropical Depression Aghon has maintained its strength and the state weather agency raised Tropical Cyclone Signal No. 1 in 12 areas nationwide on Friday. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said that Aghon was last seen 240 kilometers east of Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur. In its latest advisory, Pagasa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

Aghon strengthens, 18 areas now under Signal No. 1

More areas in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao were placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 due to Aghon as the tropical depression slightly strengthened, the state weather bureau said Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 24th, 2024

Marcos hits past administrations for ‘inaction’ in Yolanda areas

The past two administrations had done “nothing” to rehabilitate areas devastated by Super Typhoon Yolanda, President Marcos said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 20th, 2024

31 areas, including Metro Manila, to hit dangerous heat index on May 19

State weather bureau PAGASA warned that the heat index in 31 areas across the country is expected to soar to dangerous levels on Sunday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 19th, 2024

38 areas could hit danger level heat index on May 18

A total of 38 areas nationwide are expected to fall under the "danger" heat index classification on Saturday, PAGASA said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 18th, 2024

PAGASA: 37 areas under ‘dangerous’ heat index classification

Several areas in the Philippines are expected to experience scorching temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius on Friday, state weather bureau PAGASA reported......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 17th, 2024