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Philippines Faces Groundwater Crisis: A Race Against Time
Groundwater, a vital resource for the Philippines, is facing a serious threat. Over-extraction and contamination are causing a crisis. This is especially true in agriculture, where groundwater is crucial for irrigation. The problem is worsened by the country’s unique wet and dry seasons. Runoff from farmlands carries harmful chemicals into the groundwater. This endangers both…
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Cracking Down on “Online Baby Selling”
The National Authority for Child Care (NACC) is making a stand against illegal adoption, specifically the growing trend of “online baby selling” on Facebook. With at least 12 groups facilitating this illegal activity and a following of 200,000, NACC Undersecretary Janella Ejercito Estrada is calling on the public to support administrative adoption and other forms…
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New Medical Professionals Face Bleak Job Prospects in the Philippines
Ateneo de Manila University research reveals a grim reality for Filipino medical graduates. Many struggle to find stable jobs, fair pay, and meaningful roles. This is despite a critical shortage of healthcare professionals. The Philippines has fewer than eight doctors per 10,000 people. This falls below the international standard of 10 per 10,000. Over 127,000…
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Celebrate Filipino Weavers through the 2025 Likhang HABI Competition
HABI: The Philippine Textile Council is thrilled to announce the 8th Lourdes Montinola Piña Weaving Competition and the 4th Eloisa Hizon Gomez Abaca Weaving Competition! These prestigious events showcase the incredible talent of Filipino weavers and artisans. The competitions culminate at the 15th Likhang HABI Market Fair, October 10-12, 2025, at the spacious new venue:…
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Philippine Islands: Cradle of 35,000-Year-Old Maritime Technology
Ateneo de Manila University scientists have unearthed astonishing evidence of a technologically advanced maritime culture in the Philippines dating back 35,000 years. Fifteen years of research, involving international collaborators, reveals a sophisticated society with seafaring skills and intricate trade networks. The Mindoro Archaeology Project uncovered compelling evidence in Occidental Mindoro. Sites on Ilin Island, San…
