Capsaicin in chili peppers is the phytochemical compound responsible for the intense heat found in hot peppers such as siling labuyo. Chili or hot peppers – or “siling labuyo” – …

Plastic pollution health risks are becoming a growing global concern as studies show its harmful effects on human health, ecosystems, and the environment. “We produce around 430 million tons of …

The water crisis in the Philippines is becoming one of the most urgent environmental threats facing the country today. “Water is the most critical resource issue of our lifetime and …

Abandoned children in the Philippines face emotional, physical, and psychological challenges due to lack of adequate care, supervision, and long-term support. Child abandonment is the act of leaving a child …

Rice straw clean fuel is gaining attention as an innovative solution that transforms agricultural waste into a sustainable energy source in the Philippines. Planting rice is never fun, so goes …

London — The Dorchester Spa wellness residency launches in January 2026, bringing together some of London’s most sought-after experts in holistic wellbeing and advanced aesthetics. The residency programme presents an …

Marine turtles extinction has become a serious environmental crisis as hunting, egg poaching, and illegal trade continue to threaten their survival in the Philippines and beyond. “No water, no life. …

Mapua Mindanao Shell Eco Marathon team is preparing to compete in Qatar 2026, representing Filipino engineering excellence and innovation in energy-efficient vehicle design. Have you ever heard of the Shell …

The Mekong Farm app is helping smallholder farmers in the Mekong region overcome reliance on middlemen, volatile prices, and limited access to timely technical advice. Smallholder farmers in the Mekong …

ASEAN-China FTA agricultural trade has expanded significantly in recent years, but a new SEARCA study shows that its benefits remain uneven across Southeast Asian countries. LOS BAÑOS, Philippines—A new issue …