A persistent infestation of soft scale insects continues to threaten Philippines’s sugar industry, damaging crops and reducing yields in key producing provinces; Authorities are expanding monitoring and pest-control measures to contain the outbreak

Lawmakers in the Philippines are pushing for a free AI-powered legal database to improve public access to laws and court decisions; The proposal aims to simplify legal research and make legal information more accessible to citizens, lawyers and students

The Philippine Space Agency has mapped landslides triggered by a recent earthquake in Mindanao using satellite imagery and geospatial analysis; The assessment identified affected areas to support disaster response and future risk-reduction efforts

Ashfall from Mayon Volcano has affected 132 schools in the Bicol Region, disrupting classes and prompting health and safety measures; Authorities are monitoring air quality and volcanic activity as communities cope with falling ash and reduced visibility

Philippines won 12 medals at an international science competition where students compete individually in subjects like math, biology and physics; The result highlights the country’s growing focus on STEM education and global academic competitiveness