The government must prepare for an expected surge in imported rice following the reduction of tariffs from 35 to 15 percent so that it would not result in further decline in rice self-sufficiency amid climate change threats and global geopolitical disruptions, industry stakeholders said. Danilo V. Fausto, president of the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food, raised the group’s grave …
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By Robert Andaya GILAS Pilipinas’ historic triumph over host and world No.6 Latvia in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Riga, Latvia once again proved the tremendous gains of the Filipino athletes in the world stage. The Filipinos’ dramatic 89-80 victory over Latvia marked the first time that theFilipinos have beaten a European team in 64 years. The last time …
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Nicole Gaisano-Gan shot an even-par 72 as she dominated the 13-14 girls category, while her sister Stephanie scored a two-under 34 to win the 8-under girls division in the Rio Honda meet of the US Kids Golf Foundation at the Rio Honda Golf Club last week in Downey, California USA. The 13-year-old Nicole, a Grade 8 student at Immaculate Conception …
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By Boy Villasanta It was drizzling but it didn’t dampen the spirit and enthusiasm of the many children who competed in the recently concluded “Valencia Milo Football Festival” at the Bridgetowne Football Field in Pasig City. These kids, coming from various schools throughout Metro Manila and the suburbs, were in their winningest form. “You can see the excitement and joy …
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Athletics’ John Cabang Tolentino and Lauren Hoffman became the newest additions to the Paris-bound Philippine team to the 2024 Olympics. Tolentino booked a spot in the men’s 110-meter hurdles, while Hoffman secured her ticket in the women’s 400-meter hurdles. The entry of the two hurdlers at the close of the qualifying window for athletics brought to 22 the total number …
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Eighteen teams from the UAAP and other major collegiate leagues in the country are expected to see action in the Manila Best Tournament, a newly-organized basketball competition, starting July 20. Mikey Calungcaguin, a co-founder of the league, said top collegiate teams from the UAAP, NCAA, NAASCU, NCRAA and even the PBA D-League, have been invited to participate in the tournament. …
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As the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) commemorates its 50th anniversary on July 11, 2024, the nation reflects on the pivotal role this institution has played in shaping the maritime and port infrastructure of the Philippines. Established in 1974, the PPA has been instrumental in the development, management, and regulation of the country’s ports, thereby boosting the economy and enhancing connectivity …
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The construction of the new Senate Building in Taguig is already delayed by more two years. Senator Alan Peter Cayetano made the disclosure as he castigated the Department of Public Works and Highways, specifically the Buildings and Special Projects Management Cluster Project Director Soledad Florencio. during a Senate hearing. “Just like I said, let’s stop reasoning out.No one wants the …
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The construction of the Subic-Clark- Manila-Batangas railway, a flagship project of the Luzon Economic Corridor, will start in 2027. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the US$3.2 billion railway project is projected to boost economic activities across the Luzon Economic Corridor. “The development of the Luzon Economic Corridor is among the outcomes of the Trilateral Leaders’ …
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Construction of the University of Santo Tomas-Dr. William T. Belo Interdisciplinary Research Institute (UST-WiTBIRIn) in Sta. Rosa City, Laguna is now underway. “The knowledge pursuit motivated by charity contributes to the conservation of the world and growth of the people in the community. This has been the motivation that governs the conduct of research in our University,” said UST Vice-Rector …
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