Day: December 8, 2025

Iloilo: The Department of Agriculture in Western Visayas, through its Integrated Laboratories Division, will roll out its mobile soil laboratory (MSL) in the first district of Iloilo this week. In a deployment activity and technical advisory for farmers on Monday, Integrated Laboratories Division officer-in-charge Chief, Dr. Lerisa Balope±os said the activity hosted by the municipality of Guimbal on Dec. 9 to 12 is their first deployment. According to Philippines News Agency, Balope±os stated the deployment will be a crucial one and will involve all their soil scientists, with a target release of results in three days. The activity aims to

Brussels: More than 180,000 premature deaths in the EU in 2023 were attributable to long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) above World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, the European Environment Agency (EEA) said in its latest health impact assessment published on Monday. The briefing, titled ‘Harm to human health from air pollution in Europe: burden of disease status, 2025’, confirms a continued downward trend over the past 19 years. According to Philippines News Agency, deaths linked to PM2.5 have fallen 57 percent since 2005, meaning the EU has already surpassed its Zero Pollution Action Plan target of a 55 percent

Southern metro manila: The Southern Police District (SPD) successfully seized PHP4.7 million worth of illegal drugs and arrested 101 suspects during 74 operations conducted from December 1 to December 7. According to Philippines News Agency, SPD chief Brig. Gen. Randy Arceo reported that operatives confiscated 673.23 grams of shabu, 364.80 grams of marijuana, 47.78 grams of kush, 47.78 grams of ecstasy, and 17 vape devices containing marijuana or cannabis oil. The total estimated value of the seized items was PHP4,743,032. Among those arrested, 10 individuals were identified as high-value individuals (HVIs), while 91 were street-level individuals (SLIs). Arceo emphasized that

Zamboanga city: The Zamboanga City Police Office (ZCPO) recognized five of its personnel for their exemplary performance, dedication, and professionalism in fulfilling their duties. ZCPO Director Col. Fidel Fortaleza Jr. led the awarding of medals and commendations to five deserving personnel during a simple ceremony held at the city police headquarters on Monday morning. According to Philippines News Agency, the recognitions highlight the efforts of police officers who consistently go beyond expectations to ensure the safety and security of the city. A Medalya ng Papuri (PNP Commendation Medal) was awarded to Senior M/Sgt. Rowell Gatdula for his performance and devotion

Capas: The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will turn over a locally designed automated weapon system to the Department of National Defense (DND) for use by the Philippine Army (PA) later this week. The turnover ceremony for the Controller Battle-Ready Armament (COBRA) is scheduled for Thursday at Camp O’ Donnel in Capas, Tarlac, as announced by PA spokesperson Col. Louie Dema-ala on Monday. According to Philippines News Agency, the COBRA is a product of research and development conducted by the DOST-Metals Industry Research and Development Center (MIRDC) and is prepared for adoption by the PA. The COBRA is a