Fishers of submerged boat hit by whale shark rescued

MANILA: The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has rescued two fishers after their boat submerged in the waters off Cajidiocan, Romblon on Thursday.

In a news release, the PCG said rescued were Edgardo Lozano, 60, and Harry Lozano, 51, residents of Baranga…

Methane emission reduction, low-hanging energy cooperation for PH, US

MANILA: Aside from engaging with the Philippines for its clean energy transition, a United States official said cutting down methane emissions is a low-hanging fruit for both countries in energy cooperation.

In a virtual press briefing with reporters…

Comelec: PI proponents in Antique town withdraw signature sheets

MANILA: A town in Antique has withdrawn its submitted signature sheets before the local office of the Commission on Elections (Comelec).

Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Comelec chairperson George Erwin Garcia said the proponents of the people’s in…

UNSR hails PH’s commitment to human rights, ‘bold’ nature of press

MANILA: United Nations Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Opinion and Expression Irene Khan has expressed appreciation for the Philippines’ commitment to human rights.

Khan’s recognition of the Philippine government’s resolve to uphold and protect hum…

Iloilo ready to assist farmers affected by El Niño

ILOILO CITY: Governor Arthur Defensor on Thursday assured the provincial government is prepared to assist Iloilo farmers affected by the El Niño phenomenon.

‘We are prepared to give input assistance that we can source from our disaster funds. But one…

Malaysian gov’t, firm donate books to Marawi schoolchildren

CAGAYAN: The Malaysian government, through its Embassy in the Philippines, and a book retailer firm, donated more than 1,000 books to schoolchildren in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur province.

In an interview on Thursday, Malaysian Ambassador Dato Abdul …

Iloilo City business permit renewals up by 15%

ILOILO CITY: Iloilo City has recorded a good turnout in business permit renewals as it registered a 15-percent increase compared with the same period last year.

In an interview Thursday, Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Off…