Windows26: DOST: Brace for longer dry spell before La Niña

March 27, 2024

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DOST: Brace for longer dry spell before La Niña

Filipinos must brace for a longer duration of the dry spell and continue their water-conservation measures as the El Niño weather phenomenon shifts to a La Niña in the coming months, says DOST chief Renato Solidum.

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PH turning into investment magnet

The Philippines' reputation for attracting foreign direct investments (FDIs) is "turning for the better," thanks to continued reforms and economic stability over the past decade, HSBC Global Research said.

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Plastic drivers' license cards finally out in April

Starting next month, motorists can apply for their driver's license, which will be printed on plastic cards based on a schedule released by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) on Tuesday.

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'Camareros': Caretakers of church statues we see on Holy Week

"Camareros" their jobs as caretakers of sacred images seriously, with one pointing out to INQUIRER.net that nothing will ever compare to the sense of fulfillment they feel after taking out their santos for processions.

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GRIZELDA MAYO-ANDA: Environmental passion forged from human compassion

Lawyer Grizelda "Gerthie" Mayo-Anda, a champion of social justice and human rights in the late 1980s, has widened her advocacy widened to include the protection of the Philippines' rich biodiversity, particularly in Palawan, leading to the establishment of the Environmental Legal Assistance Center (Elac).

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EDITORIAL: Learning from Vietnam

"We want to learn from Vietnam because its stage of economic development and level of education spending are not far from ours, and yet their learners are way ahead of ours," says Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, who co-chairs EdCom II.

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Father and wife's illnesses focus attention on future king, Prince William

With both his father King Charles and his wife Kate absent from public duties as they undergo treatment for cancer, Britain's Prince William has come under the media and public spotlight like never before.

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Only 7 countries meet WHO air quality standards

The latest research shows that more is still needed to save the environment. The Swiss air-monitoring company IQAir said only seven countries meet the World Health Organization's (WHO) air quality standards.

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PBA looks to innovate All-Stars after thrilling edition in Bacol

Tim Cone thinks the shot that sewed up the PBA All-Star Game here in Bacolod City will be talked about for 10 more editions of the midseason classic.

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Despite full plate, Elijah Canlas writes song in support of jeepneys

Even while he is busy shooting for a biopic, taping for a daily teleserye, and recording songs for his upcoming EP, Elijah Canlas still has this to say to his supporters as some form of advice: "It's OK to chill, sometimes. Life is not a race. It's more like a marathon."

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