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In a survey conducted by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute, 44.8 percent of 500 participating elementary students from Sto. Tomas City, Batangas were wasted (low-weight-for-height), and 30 percent fell under the severely wasted (severe acute malnutrition) category. More alarmingly, one percent of the respondents were classified as undernourished. In …

The province of Batangas brims with natural wonders. From the paved (and unpaved!) trails that lead to unadulterated campsites, to the government-protected mountains and sanctuaries teeming with unabashed ecosystems, the province is indeed a special place for the good ol’ outdoorsman. Many of these awe-inspiring places have already been featured …

Holiday Inn & Suites, one of the renowned brands of IHG Hotels and Resorts, has opened its doors as the first IHG brand in the South of Metro Manila. Situated in Malvar, Batangas, Holiday Inn & Suites Batangas Limapark is the fifth Holiday Inn in the country and the first …

Tanauan City, Batangas. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), The Philippine Manufacturing Co. Of Murata Inc., a Japanese Electronics Manufacturing site in Tanauan, Batangas, and the Local Government Unit of Tanauan City, in their advocacy to eradicate child labor in the city, carried out Project Angel Tree, a charity …

The Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino Program (4PH), the flagship national housing project of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., is set to build 14 mid-rise condominiums with a total of 4,608 housing units in the municipality of Balete. Yesterday, officials from The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD), PAG-IBIG …

Batangas has been the go-to retreat of Manilenos and other neighboring provinces for outdoor adventures. Because of its alluring mountains and relatively untouched beaches that come with pleasing, panoramic perspectives, “Bayan ng Magiting” has been frequented by hikers, divers, and people who prefer to veer away from the formulaic weekdays. …

Municipality of Laurel’s 6th Tilapia Festival cum 55th Founding Anniversary is a build-up of activities and events that led to a deeper understanding and celebration of the town’s identity. June 19, the festival’s first day, was an indication of grand celebrations ahead. With gigantic arkos that symbolized each of the …

Chef Victoria “Tito Vic” Artillaga of Barangay Poblacion 5, with a sumptuous Tilapia Maki, bested other Laureleno chefs in the 2024 Tilapia Cook Fest. Together with assistant Diosdado Balani, Tito Vic crafted a sweet and savory roll with textured layers that made up a satisfying and refreshing gastronomic experience. In …