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Pride in Philippine heritage

by Dulce Sanchez - January 5, 2020 - 12:00am

This year’s Most Outstanding Tourism Officer of the Philippines, Bryan Jason Borja of Biñan, Laguna, may be considered one of the country’s most fervent advocates for cultural tourism.

Winning the climate fight is the new business norm

by Dulce Sanchez - September 18, 2019 - 12:00am

One Filipino company is making a herculean effort to stave off climate change by focusing on developing renewable sources of energy in a manner that leaves little to no carbon footprint.

Digital dementia alarming – expert

by Dulce Sanchez - April 30, 2016 - 10:00am

The increasing number of young people who are addicted to their electronic devices – and the digital dementia they develop as a consequence – should be a cause for alarm, a neuroscientist said earlier...

No fear: The SAF commando way of life

by Dulce Sanchez - February 4, 2015 - 12:00am

For those who decide to join the elite police Special Action Force (SAF), the sacrifices start with basic training and do not stop until they are killed or transferred to another unit.

Mahogany extract may hold cancer cure – research

by Dulce Sanchez - November 13, 2014 - 12:00am

Compounds found in extracts taken from the leaves of the ivory mahogany tree, locally known as igyo or tadyang-kalabaw, kill breast and colon cancer cells, according to a study done by researchers from De La Salle...

Seaweeds: A potential source of antibiotics?

by Dulce Sanchez - June 2, 2013 - 12:00am

A species of seaweed found in the waters of Panay Island could be a source of antibiotics against bacteria that affect humans and fish, according to scientists from the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center...

Powdered calamansi anyone?

by Dulce Sanchez - December 16, 2012 - 12:00am

Many Filipino dishes have calamansi as a main ingredient, with the fruit’s juice used either as a marinade, as part of a dish or a dip.

Makabuhay vines may shrink tumors

by Dulce Sanchez - November 4, 2012 - 12:00am

A climbing vine, found in many parts of the Philippines, has the potential to shrink tumors, according to a study published earlier this year.

Brothers see huge business potential of self-storage facility in Phl

by Dulce Sanchez - May 21, 2012 - 12:00am

Brothers Mark and Carlo are chips off the old block.

DA unit eyes rimas as substitute for rice

by Dulce Sanchez - December 4, 2011 - 12:00am

Will Filipinos accept rimas (Artocarpus altilis) as an alternative to rice?

Silt can be made into a good housing material

by Dulce Sanchez - May 23, 2010 - 12:00am

Though Metro Manila is still baking under the sun, weather experts are warning the public that the La Niña weather phenomenon, which brings torrents of rain, will start in July.

Pinay scientist wants next president to prioritize research

by Dulce Sanchez - April 29, 2010 - 12:00am

For biochemist Lourdes Cruz, who became the first Filipina to receive the L’Oreal-UNESCO Award for Women in Science last month, the recognition means that women scientists in the country can stand toe-to-toe...

'We need a strategy for El NiÃ±o'

by Dulce Sanchez - February 28, 2010 - 12:00am

The head of an international crop research institute is calling on the Philippines and other countries affected by drought to “go on a war footing” to cope with the El Niño weather phenomenon and...

Bayong: A fashionable alternative to plastic shopping bags

by Dulce Sanchez - May 17, 2009 - 12:00am

MANILA, Philippines - For many of us, the word bayong conjures trips to wet markets, haggling with vendors over the price of produce and meat, then returning home with these woven bags laden with a week’s worth...

Going bananas can make you rich

by Dulce Sanchez - May 25, 2008 - 12:00am

To strike it rich, scientists are recommending that people go bananas.

PCARRD establishes malapapaya farm

by Dulce Sanchez - February 24, 2008 - 12:00am

AIDS activist is RM emergent leader

by Dulce Sanchez - August 25, 2007 - 12:00am

‘Bangungot’ linked to Asian skull shape

by Dulce Sanchez - August 8, 2007 - 12:00am

Asians are more prone to bangungot, a fatal sleep disorder, due to their flat faces and genes, sleep experts said yesterday.

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