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Manila: The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) on Monday allayed public concerns about the quality of fish caught in Taal Lake. This comes after some local market vendors reported lower sales of Tawilis in the area following a whistleblower’s claim that the bodies of missing ‘sabungeros’ (cockfighting aficionados) were thrown into the lake. According to Philippines News Agency, BFAR Spokesperson Nazario Briguera addressed these concerns in a phone interview, asserting that tawilis (freshwater sardines), as well as other fish products like bangus (milkfish) and tilapia, are safe for human consumption. Briguera described the public scare as “baseless,” emphasizing

Manila: Results were mixed during the Treasury bills (T-bills) auction on Monday as the Auction Committee decided to fully award bids for the 180- and 364-day T-bills while partially awarding the 91-day security. Average rates for the 180- and 364-day T-bills fell below prevailing secondary market rates, settling at 5.607 percent and 5.651 percent, respectively. The 91-day security, meanwhile, was capped at an average of 5.526 percent. According to Philippines News Agency, last week, the average rate of the 91-, 182-, and 364-day T-bills settled at 5.530 percent, 5.557 percent, and 5.655 percent, respectively. “The Treasury bill average auction yields

Manila: The Senate on Monday reiterated its commitment to transparency in the national budget process, saying it is open to proposals seeking greater public access to bicameral conference committee deliberations. Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. issued the statement amid renewed calls to make budget negotiations between the Senate and the House of Representatives more accessible to the public. According to Philippines News Agency, Bantug said the practice of inviting media to cover bicameral meetings on the General Appropriations Bill has long been institutionalized in the Senate. “This consistent practice reflects our commitment to openness and accountability,” he said. Bantug emphasized

Bulacan: Governor Daniel Fernando outlined ambitious flagship programs for Bulacan province after taking his oath for a third and final term on Sunday night. Addressing a crowd that included 86 newly elected officials, 139 reelectionists, and 41 returning public servants, the governor detailed his administration’s key initiatives. According to Philippines News Agency, the key initiatives include ongoing housing projects for Bulakenyos through the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development and Global Homes Consortium. The visionary Bulacan Mega City Project and the establishment of a waste-to-energy facility were also highlighted. Additionally, the Bulacan Technohub and Innovation Center is currently under

Manila: The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a reminder for the public to take precautions against common illnesses prevalent during the rainy season. According to Philippines News Agency, during an interview on Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon over PTV-4, DOH spokesperson Albert Domingo highlighted the importance of being vigilant against WILD-water-borne diseases, influenza-like illness, leptospirosis, and dengue-which are preventable if proper measures are taken. Domingo pointed out that water-borne diseases like diarrhea can result from contaminated water, especially during periods of frequent rain and flooding. He advised boiling drinking water for at least two minutes as a preventive measure. Frequent handwashing