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  • Israel Embassy, Shalom Club Bring Filipino Children Holiday Joy with Annual Outreach

    Israel Embassy, Shalom Club Bring Filipino Children Holiday Joy with Annual Outreach

    The Embassy of Israel brought festive cheer to children in the province this holiday season. They partnered with the Shalom Club Nueva Ecija Chapter. Their annual outreach program, โ€œNgayong Pasko, Salo Tayo,โ€ delivered food, toys, and educational supplies. These were given to students at Mabini Elementary School in Sto. Domingo, Nueva Ecija. The event, held…

  • Taste Panayโ€™s Heritage at Belmont Hotel Manila

    Taste Panayโ€™s Heritage at Belmont Hotel Manila

    Belmont Hotel Manila unveiled the third edition of Pamana. This culinary initiative celebrates Filipino food heritage. It is available on weekends at Cafรฉ Belmont. The event highlighted the rich flavors of Panay Island, brought to life by Chef Rey Parreรฑo II. Known for blending tradition with contemporary flair, Chef Parreรฑoโ€™s dishes honor Ilonggo cuisine through…

  • Remembering the Fury of Odette: Communities Unite for Climate Justice

    Remembering the Fury of Odette: Communities Unite for Climate Justice

    The survivors of Super Typhoon Odette in Bohol, Philippines, marked the fourth anniversary.ย  The devastating storm that hit in December 2021 unveiled a powerful art installation. The installation, titled “Hagit sa Kaugma-on” (“Challenge of the Future”). It was created in collaboration with artist Leeroy New and Greenpeace Philippines. It highlights the lasting impacts of the…

  • BIR Destroys Products Worth $1.34 Billion in Unpaid Excise Taxes and Penalties

    BIR Destroys Products Worth $1.34 Billion in Unpaid Excise Taxes and Penalties

    The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has taken a significant step. It is actively fighting against the illicit trade of excisable goods. The BIR led the destruction of 448,494 units of illicit vape products in a simultaneous nationwide operation. These products were estimated to carry an excise tax liability of $1.34 billion, inclusive of penalties.…

  • Filipino-Led Team Unveils Tool to Detect Elusive Shear Lines

    Filipino-Led Team Unveils Tool to Detect Elusive Shear Lines

    A team of Filipino and international scientists has developed a groundbreaking algorithm. It can detect and track shear lines. These are weather patterns that trigger sudden heavy rains in the Philippines during the northeast monsoon season. The innovation is led by researchers from Ateneo de Manila University and the Manila Observatory. It holds promise for…