US. provides additional P13.8-M to help flood-affected families

MANILA | August 8, 2025 — The U.S. government is providing an additional Php13.8 million ($250,000) in funding to deliver emergency shelter assistance and hygiene kits to more than 3,000 families, or approximately 15,800 persons, remaining in evacuation centers in Rizal, Laguna, Bulacan, and Pampanga following severe flooding in July. This latest assistance brings the… Read More US. provides additional P13.8-M to help flood-affected families

Five URC brands are still top picks among Filipino homes

FIVE flagship brands from food and beverage firm Universal Robina Corp. (URC) have landed in an exclusive list of products consistently chosen by millions of Filipino households. Great Taste, C2, Piattos, Nissin and Payless were all among the most chosen FMCG brands in the Philippines according to the 2025 Brand Footprint Report of global consulting… Read More Five URC brands are still top picks among Filipino homes

PhilRice warns CL, Bicol rice growers of increased rainy season pest threats

By Camille N. Gavino | August 8, 2025 SCIENCE CITY OF MUÑOZ (PIA) — The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) has advised rice farmers in Central Luzon and the Bicol Region to intensify field monitoring as the rainy season is expected to trigger a rise in pest and disease outbreaks until September. Based on reports… Read More PhilRice warns CL, Bicol rice growers of increased rainy season pest threats