Day: November 5, 2025

Bais bay: Field surveys and drone-based mapping conducted by Silliman University (SU) have shown that between 4,494 and 6,000 hectares of marine and coastal waters have been contaminated from a wastewater spill in Bais Bay. Initial findings from the Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 survey issued on Tuesday indicated localized fish kills were also recorded up to 7 kilometers from the source of the spill of untreated molasses wastewater into the Ta±on Strait Protected Seascape (TSPS). The spill resulted from the collapse of Universal Robina Corporation’s wastewater lagoon. According to Philippines News Agency, in nearby Manjuyod town, fish pen and

Baguio: The city government of Baguio is intensifying its enforcement of sanitation and environmental health standards as it begins implementing the newly approved Baguio City Sanitation and Environmental Health Code. The ordinance, which was approved by the city council on Oct. 27, aims to ensure cleaner business operations, stricter waste management, and stronger environmental protection measures across the city. According to Philippines News Agency, Council information officer Jordan Habbiling said the measure, officially known as Ordinance 86-2025, provides a comprehensive framework for protecting public health through enhanced hygiene practices and sanitation systems. “It is designed to strengthen public protection and

Laguna: The provincial government has introduced free telemedicine services through the newly launched GOB SOL App, a digital platform designed to offer medical consultations, e-prescriptions, and medicines. According to Philippines News Agency, the app is currently available for Android users and aims to enhance healthcare accessibility. Starting November 10, residents of San Pablo, Calamba, Santa Rosa, Cabuyao, Los Ba±os, and Mabitac can access these services, with plans for expansion to other regions in the future. The app allows users to register, book online consultations, and receive digital prescriptions for complimentary medicines under the Akay ni Gob Botika program. Governor Sol

Manila: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has issued show cause orders (SCOs) against 27 contractors who were found to have contributed to the campaign funds of politicians in the May 2022 polls. In an interview Wednesday, Comelec Chairperson George Garcia noted that the SCOs have been forwarded to the private contractors last Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, the show cause orders have been sent, and in the next two weeks, the contractors will be summoned. They are expected to submit counter affidavits and respond to possible issues and allegations against them. The contractors have been given 10 days to

Manila: D and L Industries has announced an 8% increase in income for the first nine months of 2025, driven by strong volume growth despite the rising prices of coconut oil, a key ingredient in their products. The company’s president and CEO, Alvin Lao, expressed optimism about reaching their 10% income growth target for the year. According to Philippines News Agency, volume growth expanded by 11% annually during the first three quarters of 2025. This growth occurred despite an average 78% surge in coconut oil prices, which reached nearly USD3,000 per metric ton in the third quarter alone. Despite these