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Pig Farming Program sa Cabuyao, Laguna

Nagsagawa ng isang Sustainable Pig Farming Program ang Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) Sa Brgy. Casile, Cabuyao City, Laguna. Pinangunahan ito ng mga beterinaryo at facilitator ng nasabing ahensya kung saan tinalakay ng mga ito ang tungkol sa natural at organikong paraan sa paggawa ng pagkaing baboy. Dito ay aktuwal na itinuro ang tamang proseso ng paghahanda, pagbuburo, tamang dami at timbang at paghahalo ng mga sangkap. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith […]

Abad to lead Rizal birthday celebration in Laguna

MANILA, Philippines – The Malacañang issued Proclamation No. 1039 declaring June 19, Jose Rizal’s date of birth as a special non-working holiday in the National Hero’s home province of Laguna. Budget Secretary Florencio Abad will lead the celebration in Calamba, Laguna. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)

Mt. Bulusan continues hydrothermal activity

JUNE 19 (Eagle News) — According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), there are evidence of continued hydrothermal activities inside Mt. Bulusan in Sorsogan. Said hydrothermal activity may result in more steam-driven eruptions so residents should be prepared. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/KVgdISfRg7g

Erap-Lim row intensifies due to Torre de Manila

MANILA, Philippines, June 19 (Eagle News) – As the Supreme Court issued a temporary restraining order against the so-called “National Photo-bomber” Torre De Manila, former President and now Manila City Mayor Joseph Estrada and former Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim intensified their “word war” regarding who gave the permit for the construction of Torre de Manila. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)

Senate should lead BBL investigation

QUEZON City, Philippines, June 19 (Eagle News) — According to Davao Congressman Karlo Nograles, the investigation regarding the alleged bribery of Chinese fugitive Wang Bo to some members of the House of Representative to pass the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) should be handed over to the Senate to avoid accusations of “white-washing”. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/VpGZbY3rQzg

The answer to your weight loss problem – Okra!

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, June 19) – At first, I don’t really like eating okra. I’m sure many of you will agree that the slimy feeling is very off-putting. But when I found out that okra is very effective in helping one to lose weight, I became an instant fan of this vegetable. It is touted as the ideal vegetable for weight loss and the main reasons are: Okra  is low in calories […]

President Aquino still consulting with stakeholders on presidential bet

JUNE 19 — President Benigno S. Aquino III is continuously consulting with relevant stakeholders on his preferred candidate for next year’s presidential elections, a Palace official has said. Communication Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. issued the statement on Thursday, the same day Pulse Asia released its latest survey, which showed Senator Grace Poe topping the list of possible presidential bets for the 2016 national elections. The survey, conducted from May 30 to June 5, indicated that […]

President Aquino appoints new Rights Commission Chair, Bureau of Corrections Chief

JUNE 19 — Malacañang on Thursday announced the appointment of lawyer Jose Luis Martin Gascon as new chairperson of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR), replacing Loretta Ann Rosales, whose term ended on May 5. In a statement, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte said President Benigno S. Aquino III also appointed Karen Gomez-Dumpit, Gwendolyn Pimentel-Gana, and Leah Tandora-Armamento as new members of the CHR, replacing Cecilia Rachel Quisumbing, Norberto dela Cruz, and Maria Victoria Cardona. […]

Schwarzenegger pranks fans, poses as wax figure

JUNE 19 (Reuters) — Arnold Schwarzenegger startled a few fans at Madame Tussauds Hollywood when the actor and former California governor dressed as his character from “The Terminator” series and pretended to be a wax statue. Schwarzenegger startled a number of visitors to the wax museum. The prank was produced by fundraising platform Omaze, designed to raise awareness for Schwarzenegger’s charity, After-School All-Stars, which aims to provide after-school programs for low-income and at-risk youth. In […]

Hilary Duff says coming back to the music industry wasn’t easy after an eight year break

JUNE 19 (Reuters) — U.S. singer and actress Hilary Duff has jumped back into music after an eight year break with the release of her fifth studio album “Breathe In. Breath Out.” With over 15 years logged in the entertainment industry and records sales that top 15 million worldwide Duff admits it took her awhile to regain her footing. “It took me a minute to come into my own, you know and be confident to […]

Jeralean Talley, world’s oldest-known person, dies at 116

JUNE 19 (Reuters) — Jeralean Talley, the world’s oldest-known person, has died in Michigan 26 days after her 116th birthday, a family spokeswoman said on Thursday (June 18). Born on May 23, 1899, Talley climbed to the top of a list kept by the Gerontology Research Group, which validates the ages of the world’s longest-living people, after Gertrude Weaver died at 116 in Arkansas in April. Talley died on Wednesday night in her home in […]

Animal-like robot respond in minutes to injuries and obstacles

JUNE 19 (Reuters) — Autonomy for robots is the Holy Grail for scientists seeking to expand their use in complex natural environments. As scientists develop robots for use in search and rescue, disaster response situations, health care and even exploration of other planets or deep oceans, improving the ability to adapt creatively and quickly is fast becoming an important factor. A team of French researchers say they have moved a step closer with ‘spider’ robots […]