JUST IN: Saliva RT-PCR test for Covid opens drive-thru collection
The Saliva sample collection for Covid-19 testing administered by the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has opened drive-thru sites at the SM Mall of Asia and SM Megamall.
Cheaper yeast-based COVID-19 vaccine being developed by Fil-Am biologist-priest Nicanor Austriaco
Filipino-American molecular biologist and priest Nicanor Austriaco has confirmed that he is currently working on a cheaper yeast-based oral COVID-19 vaccine that will be made more accessible to Filipinos.
Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day treat with free Choco Pao from Chowking
Every year, Filipinos always look for different ways to celebrate the holidays with their loved ones. And no occasion is complete without having a feast of great-tasting food.
Child safety in motor vehicles enforced in Philippines starting February
Child safety in motor vehicles is being enforced in the Philippines starting February 2, 2021, nearly a year since the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the law was signed.
Mobile data cost ‘cheaper’ in Philippines, says Asia Pacific study
Mobile data cost is cheaper in the Philippines compared to Thailand, according to a 2020 Asia Pacific study.
EcoFarm Tourism resiliency championed in weekend mall trade exhibit
EcoFarm tourism resiliency in the Philippines is being championed in a weekend mall trade exhibit in Novaliches.
Masungi Georeserve wins 1st prize in Global Water ChangeMaker Awards
The Masungi Georeserve Foundation has won first place at the inaugural global Water ChangeMaker Awards for its efforts to restore and protect the Upper Marikina Watershed from large-scale environmental threats.
COVID protection insurance offered to boost CEB passenger confidence
Cebu Pacific has introduced COVID Protect, its newest add-on to CEB Travelsure, to give travelers peace of mind when flying during this time. This upgrade, which will cover COVID-related hospitalization and treatments, is timely as the carrier aims to provide more passenger options as it prioritizes everyJuan’s health and safety.
Alternative Covid-19 RT-PCR Test uses saliva instead of nose swab
An alternative Covid-19 RT-PCR Test that uses saliva samples instead of nose swab samples was made available today in Philippine Red Cross (PRC) labs.
Bohol launches Communal Garden Project as sustainable food source
Bohol has launched its Communal Garden project as a sustainable food source for communities.
Philippines’ tropical fabric in spotlight of month-long celebration
The Philippines is putting the spotlight on local tropical fabric in a month-long celebration led by the Philippine Textile Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PTRI).
LOOK: Metropolitan Theater new photos released ahead of 2021 reopening
Take a look at the new photos of the Metropolitan Theater (MET) released ahead of the historic Manila landmark's reopening this 2021 in time for the Quincentennial Commemorations of the Philippines.
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University of the Philippines Mindanao produces first Summa Cum Laude Pete...
The University of the Philippines Mindanao (UPMin) has produced its first Summa Cum Laude graduate since its establishment in 1995.
The Summa Cum Laude honors...
