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Radiation and Seaweed: A New Path to Fighting Bacteria
A team of researchers from the University of the PhilippinesโDiliman College of Science has created a new way to make silver nanoparticles. The method uses gamma radiation and a seaweedโderived polymer called ฮนโcarrageenan. It avoids the harsh chemicals that are common in todayโs production processes. The result is a greener, safer material that can fight…
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Tourism Secretary Defends Photo Appearances as Part of Work
Tourism Secretary ChristinaโฏGarciaโฏFrasco told a Senate committee that the many photos of her in public places are workโrelated. She said the images show her doing official duties, not seeking personal fame. The comments came after Sen.โฏRaffyโฏTulfo questioned the Secretary during a hearing on Tuesday. Tulfo said he had seen many pictures of Frasco in tourismโrelated…
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National Arts Month Lights Up with a Grand Concert
National Arts Month opened yesterday at Rizal Park in Manila. The opening took place on Februaryโฏ1, 2026. The event was a twoโhour concert called โAni ng Sining: Konsiyerto ng Katotohanan at Giting.โ The concert was held at the Rizal Park Open Air Auditorium. The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) organized the celebration.…
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BIR Convicts Major Ghost Corporation in Tax Fraud Case
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has won a major legal victory against tax fraud. Officers of a so-called “ghost corporation” have been found guilty of criminal tax violations. The case involved Decarich Supertrade, Inc., a company that never truly operated. The Quezon City Regional Trial Court (RTC), Branch 100, handed down the decision on…
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When the Philippines Saved Lives From The Holocaust
The Philippines joins the world on 27 January in remembering the Holocaust. The world remembers this great tragedy so that it never happens again. Yet, many things have been forgotten in this profound historical tragedy. The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines commemorates the Holocaust this year from the Filipino perspective. Recent events suggest that…
