A seaweed species found in the Philippines was discovered to have anti-cancer properties by researchers from the University of Santo Tomas (UST).
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Bukidnon’s Talaandig tribe musical heritage preservation aided by UP, PNU, DOST scientists
Bamboo Musical Instrument (BMI) maker and performer Datu Rodelio “waway” Saway is not called “Tatay” for nothing – he is a Master to his apprentice for keeping the Talaandig musical heritage intact by mentoring young members of their tribe.
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Filipinos can enjoy visa-free travel to 67 countries in 2020
The new Henley Passport Index (HPI) released on January 7, 2020, indicates that Philippine passport holders are now allowed entry to 67 countries and territories, visa-free.
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1st Filipina in Winter Youth Olympic Games Ana Wahleithner achieves dream of carrying Philippine flag
The first Filipina skier to qualify for the 2020 Winter Youth Olympic Games (YOG), Ana Wahleithner, has achieved her dream of having the honor of carrying the Philippine flag during the opening ceremonies held early today.
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Regional tourism centers equipped with emergency satellite phones from Smart Communications
The Philippines’ regional tourism centers will soon be equipped with emergency satellite phones from Smart Communications.
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Miss Universe Catriona Gray gifts Filipinos with Luzviminda costume
Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and her team officially donated the beauty queen’s national costume ensemble dubbed as “Luzviminda” to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NCHP).
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No more traffic from North to South when Skyway Stage 3 opens in March 2020
Filipinos used to everyday slow traffic on Philippine roads can look forward to no traffic when Skyway Stage 3 opens in March, 2020.
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Mayon Volcano sunset photo snaps top Tourism Prize in Hamburg, Germany
An image of the Philippines’ Mayon Volcano during sunset has won the top Tourism Prize at the 2019 PR-Bild Awards in Hamburg, Germany.
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French firm Accor bullish on PHL economy, to rapidly expand within 4 years
Accor, a leading world hotel operator with 8 properties in the Philippines, is showing its positive outlook on the Philippine economy and is set to expand its operations rapidly within four years.
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Golden Rice with Vitamin A gets PHL landmark safety approval
The genetically-modified and Vitamin A-nutrient rich Golden Rice has been found to be as safe as conventional rice after a rigorous biosafety assessment.
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Forbes recommends best places for Palawan holiday
Forbes magazine has recommended the best places to stay for a holiday in the paradise isles of Palawan in the Philippines
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Philippines, Japan, and UK collaborate for climate change-resistant coastal communities
The need to address the effects of climate change on coastal communities has brought together science agencies from the Philippines, Japan, and the United Kingdom to build sustainable coastal communities in Southeast Asia. The Japan Science and Technology (JST) Agency, the United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI), and the Philippines’ Department of Science and Technology […]
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