WHO: 94M need cataract surgery
GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — More than 94 million people suffer from cataracts, but half of them do not have access to the surgery needed to fix it, the World…
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GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — More than 94 million people suffer from cataracts, but half of them do not have access to the surgery needed to fix it, the World…
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The country’s notable logistics players on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, joined hands with the government to address three critical vulnerabilities in the…
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The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has eased the implementation of its cash transaction cap following concerns raised by the business sector, particularly micro…
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will prioritize the development of the country’s coconut industry this year, as government projections show the sector could…
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The Department of Trade and Industry has taken a major step toward positioning the Philippines as a regional hub for critical mineral processing.
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The National Commission for Senior Citizens (NCSC) has ordered the immediate release of P100,000 cash gifts for four Aeta centenarians who missed out on the…
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A total 367 families from Iloilo City received about P50 million in housing assistance from the Social Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) and the Department of…
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I urge both States to return to the negotiating table without delay.
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GENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) — Countries on Saturday elected Chile’s COP climate summit chief negotiator to revive stalled talks on striking a landmark global…
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February is a month made for celebrations — prosperity-filled gatherings for Chinese New Year and heart- fluttering moments for Valentine’s Day. At the heart…
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The Philippines’ agri-food industry, a key driver of the economy, is facing growing challenges from global trade tensions, rising tariffs, and climate change,…
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Bamboo contains silica and has natural anti-irritant properties that can improve skin tone and elasticity.
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The current protracted, continent-wide super blizzards are seen by some as a sign of divine punishment.
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Filipino designer Lyle Ibañez participated at Harbin Fashion Week (HFW) 2026 in Harbin, China, marking a continued presence at the international event held in…
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The bank has launched its BDO Global Equity Index Feeder Fund, a dollar-denominated unit investment trust fund, designed for investors with balanced risk…
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The Mexico, Pampanga factory producing illicit cigarettes is also suspected to be engaged in human trafficking, according to Interior and Local Government…
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Global-Estate Resorts, Inc. (GERI), a subsidiary of Andrew L. Tan-led Megaworld Corp., is expanding its residential portfolio with a new high-end village at…
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Digital dye-sublimation technology is rapidly transforming Southeast Asia’s textile printing industry, driving faster growth, wider market reach and improved…
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