Eastern Samar eyes local tuna production expansion
BFAR turns over three ₱34.2-million tuna fishing vessels to Eastern Samar fisherfolk, aiming to increase regional tuna production by 120 metric tons annually…
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Vienne Luna sets sights on acting after Superbods victory
Fresh from her Century Tuna Superbods 2026 win, Vienne Luna is shifting the spotlight to acting with a new teleserye under TV5’s Star Worx, while expanding her…
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‘Tuna King’ delights with ‘omakase’
The omakase-style dinner created by chef Watanabe takes an intimate omakase experience to a whole new level with a thoughtfully composed five-course journey…
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Pacific nations detain Chinese, Indonesian boats over illegal fishing
A surveillance crackdown by 11 island nations this month saw more than 100 vessels boarded.
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It’s an era of the superbod
Century Tuna Superbods celebrates its 20th year by highlighting 40 finalists and their stories of resilience, wellness, fitness and advocacy, redefining what…
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Indonesia turns Phl Hague win to gas
Indonesia never laughed at us. Didn’t have to. Their action was the slap: ‘You won. But what did you build on top of it?’
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Philippine tuna catch reaches 230,347 MT
The Philippines recorded an estimated 230,347 metric tons of tuna catch in 2025, with skipjack making up over 58% of landings, according to official data…
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Ramo survives 12-hour ordeal, conquers full IRONMAN
Leyann Ramo delivered a dominant performance at the Century Tuna IRONMAN Philippines in Subic Bay, conquering the full-distance triathlon amid harsh weather…
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IRONMAN double-header lights up Subic
More than 1,000 athletes from 45 countries gear up for the Century Tuna IRONMAN Philippines and IRONMAN 70.3 Subic Bay as the country’s triathlon capital hosts…
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Side events to spice up IM 70.3
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BFAR grants fiber boats for tuna fishing
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CNPF braces for MidEast risks despite Q1 growth
Despite the uncertain global environment, the company will continue placing long-term investments while cushioning the impact of volatility through tighter…
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Iloilo savants score tuna spawning breakthrough
Filipino scientists achieve the world’s first natural spawning of mackerel tuna (kawakawa) in captivity, paving the way for sustainable tuna farming and…
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‘Tuna King’ pays $3.2M for fish
Japanese sushi entrepreneur Kiyoshi Kimura pays a record $3.2 million for a 243-kg bluefin tuna at Tokyo’s prestigious New Year auction, setting a new all-time…
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From hook to barcode: The Philippines’ tuna traceability system
By 2030, BFAR envisions a fully digital and inclusive traceability system that connects all actors in the tuna value chain — from the smallest hook in a…
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