Why solar farms keep grass growing: safeguarding communities, waterways

IN tropical countries like the Philippines, sunlight is abundant almost all year. It’s what makes solar energy such a powerful opportunity for clean electricity. But what happens to the land beneath all those solar panels? With intense heat and heavy rains common in the tropics, open land can quickly dry out, harden, or erode. Left… Read More Why solar farms keep grass growing: safeguarding communities, waterways

Mariveles, Bataan issues EO to curb illicit cigarette trade

By E.H. EDEJER | February 21, 2026 MARIVELES, Bataan — The local government of Mariveles has issued an executive order to curb the proliferation of contraband cigarettes here, as national authorities cracked down on illicit cigarette trade that costs the government billions of pesos in lost tax revenue annually. Mayor Ace Jello C. Concepcion issued… Read More Mariveles, Bataan issues EO to curb illicit cigarette trade