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Mindoro’s Tiny Treasures: Three New Mouse Species Discovered
Mindoro Island, already famous for its unique wildlife, has just gotten a little more fascinating. Scientists have discovered three new species of forest mice. These tiny creatures add to the island’s already impressive biodiversity. The discovery is the result of years of research. From 2013-2017, biologists surveyed Mindoro’s forests. They found three distinct types of…
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Filipino Fermented Fish Yields Antifungal Bacteria
Filipino researchers discovered a powerful antifungal agent within a traditional fermented fish dish. Burong isda, a popular Pampanga delicacy, harbors a bacterium. This bacterium shows significant promise in combating Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus that infects weakened immune systems. Study found that while the bacterium might struggle in highly acidic environments like the stomach, it thrives…
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UP Diliman Physicists Map the World’s Shifting Cultures
UP Diliman Scientists created detailed cultural maps. These maps show how cultures change over time. The team is from the National Institute of Physics (NIP) measured cultural diversity using the standard deviational ellipse (SDE) area.
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Seven Years of Exceptional Hospitality from Savoy Hotel Manila
Title: Savoy Hotel Manila Celebrates 7 Years of Heartfelt Hospitality and Sustainable Excellence Savoy Hotel Manila turns seven, marking a significant milestone of delivering Filipino warmth, meaningful experiences, and award-winning service. Since opening its doors in 2018.
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A Rebellion Against Big Tobacco: “TobaccOFF NOW!” Launches Nationwide
The Philippines is witnessing a youth-led uprising against the tobacco industry. The “TobaccOFF NOW!” movement has launched which aims to curb the alarming rise in youth vaping and smoking. The campaign directly confronts the deceptive tactics of tobacco giants. Internal Philip Morris documents reveal the cynical strategy: “Today’s teenager is tomorrow’s potential customer.” This predatory…
