Initiative to help families and promote quality time President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., accompanied by the First Lady and their three sons, launched the Pamilya Pass 1+3 promo for Metro Manila’s three railway lines every Sunday, an initiative intended to help families and promote quality time. The President said the Pamilya Pass 1+3 in all Metro Manila rail lines will allow …

According to a recent list released by “US News & World Report,” Palawan is “#1 in World’s Best Islands to Visit for 2025.” According to the report, the ranking was based on numerous island-hopping options to explore, serene beaches for lounging around, and the marine life you can spot when on a snorkeling tour. Palawan beat 23 other top-notch island …

Summer might be on the way out, but the yearning for adventure persists both for people who love chasing the sun and those who prefer staying indoors. Both camps have their ways of making the most of summer and creating new core memories without having to travel overseas. For the outdoor-inclined, it’s hard to resist the call of adventure. Exploring …

Scientists from the UP Diliman-College of Science conducted the first detailed microbial genomic study of a submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) site in Mabini, Batangas, and  uncovered the potential roles of microorganisms in medical applications and biotechnology, a UPD-CS press release said. SGD occurs when groundwater from land seeps into the ocean, transporting freshwater, nutrients, metals, and even pollutants into marine …

BEYOND ELLIPTICAL By Rose Marie de la Cruz I completely agree with the Federation of Free Farmers in calling for a leadership change at the Departments of Agriculture, Agrarian Reform and Labor and Employment. Clearly, these agencies have fallen short of their targets and commitments. In a statement, the Federation of Free Farmers (FFF) called on President Marcos Jr. to …

The Makati Business Club urged the government to invest more in farm infrastructure like irrigation, drying and storage facilities than subsidizing rice, which would bring down rice prices to P20 per kilogram. Infrastructure investment is more sustainable and efficient than subsidizing rice prices, MBC Chairman Edgar O. Chua told reporters emphasizing that the key is to reduce farmer reliance on …

Anid farmers’ displeasure over his lackluster performance, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. makes a last-ditch effort to be remembered and hopefully retained at DA during the ongoing Cabinet recalibration.  He is strongly pushing for a palay floor price to ensure that farmers aren’t always on the losing end. In a press release Monday, DA said Laurel hopes to release …

A floating solar power plant to be set up in the Laguna lake is being vehemently opposed by fisherfolk and environmental advocates for its “adverse impact on the livelihood of over 8,000 small fisherfolk and coastal residents.” Raphael Lotilla, who was newly reassigned to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (from the Department of Energy), immediately faced this problem …

The Gateway Group and Suzuki Philippines teamed up once again in bringing reliable mobility solutions closer to the Filipino families and businesses as it opened the Suzuki Auto Sta. Rosa recently along the Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Road. This the third dealership between Suzuki Philippines and the Gateway Group and it is strategically located at the thriving city of Sta. Rosa, now …

Jetour Auto Philippines continues to redefine affordable luxury for every Filipino in a rapidly evolving market where innovation meets everyday life. From the busy streets of Metro Manila to weekend getaways in the provinces, big and bold names like Team Kramer, Camille Prats, Sen. Tito Sotto III, Big Boy Cheng, DJ Chacha, Paul Salas, the ever-charismatic Vhong Navarro, and, just …