Leptospirosis cases spiking in regions, Metro Manila
Leptospirosis is usually transmitted to humans from water contaminated by animal urine, particularly from rats, and comes in contact with lesions in the skin or eyes.
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Philippines teachers’ group to vice-president: Use education department funds for shortages, not red hunt
The Alliance of Concerned Teachers also described the department's rationale for seeking P150 million in confidential funds for next year as “feeble and questionable”.
Cambodia, Philippines agree on private sector growth strategy
The agreement was formally sealed during an evening ceremony in the Indonesian capital Jakarta on September 5.
Compliance with rice price ceiling still low
Several retailers were noticeably closed during inspections and price monitoring operations, with merchants saying some of them were contemplating closing their shops until the…
Japan, US want to meet with the Philippines on sea dispute, other issues: Envoy
China has taken bolder steps in asserting its claim in the West Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, actions which both Japan and the US have denounced.
Philippines should seek payment for damages from China: Former Supreme Court justice
Former Supreme Court Associate Justice Francis Jardeleza also said this new case should be filed as soon as possible while the cases are still fresh.
Philippine Justice secretary calls on China to respect international laws or consider exiting UN
The Justice Secretary made the statement after he was asked about other measures taken by the Marcos administration, aside from diplomatic protests, against China’s activities…
Philippines steps in as Asean 2026 chair after troubled Myanmar opts out
No official explanation was given regarding why Myanmar is skipping its turn, but there were talks that it would defer its scheduled chairmanship.
Asean must urge developed countries to fulfill climate change pledges: Marcos
The President, who is the concurrent agriculture secretary, also raised the issue of food security in his speech.
Philippine fuel prices to increase by up to P1.20 per litre starting Sept 5
The Department of Energy explained that the price increases would likely persist for a few more weeks as demand steadily grew while supply remained low.