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Philippine Eagle nailigtas ng isang magsasaka mula sa grupo ng mga unggoy sa Bukidnon
Nailigtas ng isang magsasaka sa Bukidnon ang isang Philippine Eagle mula sa mahigit 30 unggoy noong July 3. Ayon sa Department of Environment and Natural Resources sa Northern Mindanao, nakatanggp sila ng report mula kay Merly Suday mula sa Inanding Tribal Multipurpose Cooperative tungkol sa…
How extreme heat affects milk quality and production, a European study explains
As global temperatures continue to rise—driven by intensifying heatwaves and the looming threat of a strong El Niño—agriculture is among the sectors bearing the brunt of extreme heat. Within the industry, a new study has found that soaring temperatures can significantly affect dairy farms…
Extreme heat hits Italy’s parmesan industry
Fifty years ago, farmers in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region used to open the windows in their barns at night during the summer to keep their cattle cool. Today, as heatwaves send temperatures soaring to record highs, those windows stay open round the clock to protect the cows, and ultimately their…
France temporarily shuts down three nuclear reactors amid extreme heat
France’s main energy provider on Sunday said three nuclear reactors had been temporarily shut down and eight others were operating at reduced power due to the heatwave sweeping France. “Due to the weather conditions and to comply with regulations on (cooling water) discharges, and thus to protect…
‘Your playlist could save a life’: Philippine Red Cross released songs to help perform CPR
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has shared a collection of songs with rhythms suitable for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). In a Facebook post, the PRC said effective CPR requires 100 to 120 chest compressions per minute—roughly matching the beat of many popular songs. The playlist…
Aspartame and other artificial sweeteners may be linked to extra years of brain aging: study
Artificial sweeteners commonly found in diet sodas and sugar-free energy drinks may not be as harmless as widely perceived, particularly when it comes to brain health. A study published in the journal Neurology found that artificial sweeteners may be associated with faster cognitive decline…
Philippines keeps Tier 1 anti-trafficking status for 10th straight year
The Department of Justice (DOJ) said Saturday that the Philippines has maintained its Tier 1 standard in the fight against human trafficking for the past ten years, as the agency continues to confront the growing challenge of online crimes—particularly the sexual abuse and exploitation of…
DOJ Action Center serves over 65,000 Filipinos in three years as demand for free legal help surges
The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Action Center has served more than 65,000 Filipinos in roughly three years, with demand for free legal assistance growing sharply each year as more ordinary citizens discover that the justice system has a door they can walk through without a lawyer or a fee.…
DOJ’s war on online child sexual exploitation surges nearly ten-fold under Marcos Jr. administration
The Department of Justice (DOJ) conducted nearly ten times more operations against online sexual abuse or exploitation of children or OSAEC under the Marcos Jr. administration than in the three years prior, rescuing almost 1,000 victim-survivors and filing hundreds of cases in court as part of its…
Alice Guo’s conviction is DOJ’s most high-profile anti-trafficking win
The Department of Justice (DOJ) cited the conviction of former Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo on qualified human trafficking charges as its most high-profile anti-trafficking victory under the Marcos Jr. administration, saying the case sends an unmistakable message that public office offers no…
Plea bargaining surges as DOJ’s tougher evidence standard leaves accused with fewer options
The number of accused entering plea bargains with Department of Justice (DOJ) prosecutors is rising, Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida said Saturday, a direct consequence of the DOJ’s tougher evidentiary standard that has made it significantly harder for the defense to fight cases once they reach…
DOJ brings free legal help to the regions through regional ‘Katarungan Offices’
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has established eight Regional Katarungan Offices across the country offering free legal assistance, referrals, mediation, and coordination with prosecutors, bringing the agency’s services within reach of ordinary Filipinos who previously saw the DOJ as distant…
DOJ becomes a top career destination for Filipino lawyers
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has become one of the most sought-after employers among Filipino lawyers, with applications to the National Prosecution Service (NPS) surging to levels that Secretary Fredderick Vida described Saturday as a “happy problem.” Justice Secretary Vida and Undersecretary…
Western Europe records hottest June on record, EU scientists say
Western Europe just experienced its warmest June on record, EU scientists confirmed on Thursday, after an extreme heatwave at the end of the month smashed temperature records, disrupted power supplies and shut schools. Last month was also the second-warmest June globally, and the planet…
‘Pabata na nang pabata’: DOST study finds kids as young as 10 may experience hypertension
Filipino children as young as 10 years old may experience hypertension, a study by the Department of Science and Technology – Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI) has found. Patricia Isabel Amita, Science Research Specialist II at DOST-FNRI, said unhealthy lifestyles—particularly…