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As communities across the Philippines become more dependent on digital access for work, education, livelihood, and essential services, Globe continues to strengthen the foundations that help keep people connected while building a more resilient and sustainable future. Through its 2025 Integrated Report, Globe highlights how investments in network modernization, climate action, operational efficiency, and innovation are helping create long-term value not only for the business, but for the communities it serves.Entitled “Foundations for the Future: Building Resilience Through a Connected Nation,” the report demonstrates how Globe is embedding sustainability into its long-term strategy as it expands coverage, improves affordability, and strengthens operational resilience amid evolving cli...

The United Sugar Producers Federation (UNIFED) and chemical supplier, DC Cruz is set to hold a forum on Wednesday, July 22, for interested parties who wish to clarify the use of systemic pesticides by way of aerial spraying against Red Striped Soft Scale Insect (RSSI) infestation.“There are so many comments and allegations about the use of systemic pesticides through aerial spraying and so we are bringing in the experts to clarify the safety nets of their products,” UNIFED President Manuel Lamata said in a press release Monday.He added that contrary also to claims by some sectors that it is inutile to use aerial spraying given that the RSSI stays underneath the leaves, Lamata countered that “these are statements coming from those who refuse to attend information drive regarding thi...

 A demonstration on the proper insecticide application techniques against the red-striped soft scale insect affecting sugarcane farms.*National Crop Protection Center photoThe National Crop Protection Center (NCPC) has provided assistance to sugarcane farmers in some local government units (LGUs) in Negros Occidental in strengthening sustainable management of the red-striped soft scale insect (RSSI).In a report posted on Monday, the University of the Philippines Los Baños-based NCPC said its team led by Dr. Barbara Caoili visited the province on July 15 to 17 and conducted a series of trainings, field assessments and stakeholder meetings.These activities, which promoted science-based, environmentally sound, and sustainable RSSI management practices, were part of the NCPC’s part...

Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero has filed a measure proposing to overhaul the country’s product regulatory system by transferring several functions of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to other government agencies better aligned with the nature and risks of the products they oversee.In filing Senate Bill No. 2310 bill, Escudero said his proposed reform aims to streamline government regulation, reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, and strengthen public health and consumer protection through a science‑based, risk‑informed framework across agencies.He also said the measure addresses long‑standing overlaps and delays that affect both consumers and businesses.“Product regulation efficiency is critical for promoting public health and safety, and for protecting consumers from tra...