MMDA removes 10,000-12,000 tons of garbage from Metro Manila waterways annually
GNBy GPS Newsroom
The MMDA collects between 10,000 and 12,000 tons of garbage per year from waterways across Metro Manila, according to MMDA General Manager Nicolas Torre III speaking on DZMM.
Torre attributed much of the debris to blocked water inlets clogged with trash, bamboo, and other materials that prevent proper water flow during heavy rainfall. He said the agency is working with community groups to clean inlet barriers as part of social service efforts.
Shell Pilipinas announces fuel price hikes for Tuesday; diesel up 8.20 pesos/litre
GNBy GPS Newsroom
Shell Pilipinas has announced staggered price adjustments for fuel effective Tuesday, July 21, according to a DZMM broadcast citing Department of Energy data. Diesel will rise to 8.20 pesos per litre and kerosene to 8.10 pesos per litre, the broadcaster reported. The announcement represents a significant jump from current prices, with the host noting the increases reflect broader market pressures affecting fuel costs across the Philippines.
A DSWD official declines to comment on speculation about running for national office, stating there are two years left in the current admini
PNBy PodStudio Newsroom
National food stockpile increased from less than 500,000 to 4.9 million family food packs nationwide since 2022 for disaster response
Food stamp program targets zero-to-two age group (golden window) to prevent stunting, expanded school feeding from 120 days to grade 6
Country's first anti-hunger program (NGSTAM) uses automated targeting to reach food-poor households and change eating behaviors
4P program strengthened with better case management tools; 1.4 million families exited the program since 2022 due to improved economic well-being
DSWD partnering with World Food Program to teach protein and nutrition education; disaster response uses pre-positioned relief hubs in vulnerable areas year-round
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