Category: General

Manila: The Department of Health (DOH) and the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to improve the health and nutrition of indigenous peoples (IPs). The MOU includes the Philippine Multisectoral Nutrition Project (PMNP), a program funded by the World Bank which aims to reduce stunting and malnutrition among children, particularly those living in far-flung areas or IP communities. According to Philippines News Agency, about 860,000 IPs across 13 regions of the country are expected to benefit from the PMNP. Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa emphasized the importance of reaching IP communities with culturally appropriate

Manila: Leaders of the House Quad Committee (Quadcom) have filed a bill aimed at expediting the cancellation of fraudulently obtained birth certificates by foreign nationals. The proposed legislation, known as House Bill (HB) 11117 or the ‘Fraudulent Birth Certificate Cancellation Law,’ seeks to streamline the administrative process for addressing such issues, which are currently subject to lengthy judicial procedures. According to Philippines News Agency, the bill was led by Quadcom chair Surigao del Norte 2nd District Rep. Robert Ace Barbers and co-authored by several other lawmakers, including Senior Deputy Speaker Aurelio Gonzales Jr., Deputy Speaker David Suarez, and other Quadcom

Manila: The Philippine stocks closed in the green, hitting the 6,900-mark following a phone call between President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and United States President-elect Donald Trump, while the peso further weakened against the greenback on Wednesday. According to Philippines News Agency, Philippine stocks extended their rally, posting the biggest gain since February 2023. Regina Capital managing director Luis Limlingan noted that the market viewed the recent interaction call between Marcos and Trump positively, with key players such as SM, BDO, and ACEN leading the market. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) jumped by 2.53 percent to 6,975.63, while All

Manila: The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced plans to enhance its inspection checkpoints in the National Capital Region (NCR) and surrounding provinces to curb the spread of animal diseases such as African swine fever (ASF) and avian influenza (AI). This strategic move is part of a broader effort to protect the local livestock and poultry industries, as well as public health and food security, as stated by DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. According to Philippines News Agency, DA Assistant Secretary Arnel De Mesa emphasized the importance of Metro Manila as a critical location for monitoring the entry and

Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) is finalizing its Anti-Illegal Drug Campaign Roadmap 2024-2028, a strategic framework aimed at intensifying efforts against illegal drugs while ensuring a humane and rights-based approach. In a statement Wednesday, PNP chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil said the roadmap is based on the “hard-earned lessons from the past,” acknowledging the sacrifices of thousands of police officers who bore the brunt of enforcement efforts. According to Philippines News Agency, the roadmap is a testament to the PNP’s dedication to protecting lives and upholding human dignity, honoring the heroism of the police force while aiming to foster