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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

DA slashes palay output target to 20.4 million tons

The Department of Agriculture slashed its palay production target for the year to 20.4 million metric tons after taking into consideration the impact of El Niño on domestic farms......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 9th, 2024

Worker hurt by 4.2 tons of falling metal rods .

A construction worker was injured after 4.2 tons of metal rods fell from a crane at a construction site in Binondo, Manila yesterday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

‘Taal Volcano emits 10,796 tons of gas per day’

Sulfur dioxide emission from Taal Volcano in Batangas remains high at 10,796 tons per day, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Thailand s rice exports up 44 pct in January

BANGKOK, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's rice exports jumped 43.96 percent from a year earlier to 1.12 million tons in January, government spokesperson Chai Wacharonke said on Tuesday. The government has set a rice export target of 7.5 million tons this year as part of efforts to develop the quality of rice varieties and expand access to Thai rice in overseas markets, Chai said in a statement. Authorities a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Rice imports reach 56,090 metric tons in January

At least 56,090 metric tons (MT) of imported rice have arrived in the country as of Jan. 11, the Bureau of Plant Industry reported......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Philippines durian, avocado, mango exports rise in 2023

MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' durian, avocado, and mango exports rose by 4,000 percent, 316 percent, and 109 percent, respectively, in 2023, the Philippines' Department of Agriculture said Thursday. The country's department of agriculture said the Philippines last year exported 4,731 tons of fresh durian worth 1.89 billion pesos (33.44 million U.S. dollars), 3,045.6 metric tons of avocado valued a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Philippines durian, avocado, mango exports rise in 2023

MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' durian, avocado, and mango exports rose by 4,000 percent, 316 percent, and 109 percent, respectively, in 2023, the Philippines' Department of Agriculture said Thursday. The country's department of agriculture said the Philippines last year exported 4,731 tons of fresh durian worth 1.89 billion pesos (33.44 million U.S. dollars), 3,045.6 metric tons of avocado valued a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Joshua Garcia, Carlo Aquino to play brothers on It s Okay To Not Be Okay PH adaptation

Joshua Garcia and Carlo Aquino have tons of experience under their belt, and they will be preparing for the Filipino adaptation of "It's Okay To Not Be Okay" just as seriously......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated News21 hr. 8 min. ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: matchups, play-in scenarios

NBA Playoffs 2024: matchups, play-in scenarios.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

NBA: LeBron, Lakers take on Pelicans as NBA play-in tips off

LeBron James will be out to extend his 21st NBA campaign on Tuesday when his Los Angeles Lakers open the NBA play-in tournament against the New Orleans Pelicans, the winner booking a playoff meeting with the defending champion Denver Nuggets. The Lakers closed the regular season with a dominant victory over the Pelicans on Sunday......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

Walay foul play sa kamatayon sa French nat l , Pinay nga partner

Walay foul play sa kamatayon sa French nat l , Pinay nga partner.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

Saso blows Match Play quarters bid in playoff

Moriya Jutanugarn drilled in a bending 16-foot birdie putt on the third playoff hole to edge out Brooke Henderson and Yuka Saso for the eighth and last berth in the T-Mobile Match Play at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas, Nevada Friday (Saturday Manila time)......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Saso blows Match Play quarters bid in playoff

Moriya Jutanugarn drilled in a bending 16-foot birdie putt on the third playoff hole to edge out Brooke Henderson and Yuka Saso for the eighth and last berth in the T-Mobile Match Play at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas, Nevada Friday (Saturday Manila time)......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Saso rallies to shoot 69; Pagdanganan saves 74

Yuka Saso endured a late and shaky backside start with a blistering frontside windup, posting a three-under 69 to stay in the early mix in stroke play phase of the T-Mobile Match Play paced by Korean Sei Young Kim in Las Vegas, Nevada Wednesday (Thursday Manila time)......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Kin suspect foul play in woman s death from Dumanjug fire

Kin suspect foul play in woman s death from Dumanjug fire.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Avoiding the play-in

The NBA regular season ends on April 14, meaning only 20 days are left to determine which teams from the East and West will figure in the dreaded play-in tournament......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Dennis Trillo to play villain in Barbie Forteza-David Licauco reunion series Pulang Araw  

Dennis Trillo has been wanting to play a major villain role, and this time, GMA-7 has awarded him the plum role of a ruthless Japanese soldier in the much-anticipated period drama. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

PNP convinced no foul play in Zulueta’s demise

PNP convinced no foul play in Zulueta’s demise.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

France: Ensure Muslim Women, Girls Can Play Sports

(Nyon, Switzerland, March 8, 2024) - French basketball authorities should ensure equal access to sport for Muslim women and girls by overturning the discriminatory ban on wearing the hijab, the Sport & Rights Alliance said today. On International Women's Day, The Alliance urges sports officials across the globe to ensure that everyone can play sports free of discrim.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024