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Nograles confident on US Congress approval of Veterans Enhancement bill
MANILA,
July 4 (PNA) – House Speaker Prospero C. Nograles on Wednesday
expressed optimism that the United States Congress will approve the
Veterans’ Benefits Enhancement Act (VBEA) of 2007 which would extend
benefits to Filipino WW II veterans living in the Philippines. Full Story
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Kuok group, SMC to develop one million hectares for agricultural production
MANILA,
July 4 (PNA) -- President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s championing of food
sufficiency for the country has gained the support of two
private-sector business giants -- the Shangri-La Hotel chain and the
San Miguel Corporation (SMC), who have agreed to embark on a joint
effort to develop one million hectares of land for food production
under a program called “Feeding the Future.” Full Story
US to fast-track protocols on RP banana exports
MANILA,
July 4 (PNA) -- The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has
assured the Philippines to fast track the processing of quarantine
protocols to enable Filipino growers to export hard green bananas to
the American mainland. Full Story
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Safety Tips For School Trips
July 2 (NAPSI)-Field trips always get good grades with students because they’re
lots of fun and give them a chance to bond with friends outside the
classroom. Parents and teachers like them, too, because they usually involve
learning something interesting while getting everyone outdoors. Full Story
Private Student Loans: How To Spot Deceptive Offers
July 2 (NAPSI)-An education beyond high school can be expensive and could require
you or your family to take out loans to help pay for it. Full Story
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4-To-6-Year-Olds May Need One Less Shot
July 2 (NAPSI)-Vaccinations help protect children from serious diseases, but
getting your child vaccinated isn’t always easy. No one likes needles.
Children ages 4 to 6 years old may receive five or more vaccinations in a
single doctor visit. This can be stressful for parents and those giving the
shots. Full Story
Protect Your Eyes When Doing Home Projects
July 2 (NAPSI)-What do a bungee cord, a pan of frying bacon and lawn-care
chemicals have in common? They are just a few of the common items around the
house that can cause eye injuries, which are increasingly occurring at home.
In fact, nearly half of the 2.5 million eye injuries that Americans suffer
annually now happen in and around the home in common places such as the lawn,
garden, kitchen or garage. Full Story
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Travel Tailored For The Younger Generation
July 2 (NAPSI)-For many people, the dream of a Caribbean vacation is filled with
images of sunshine, endless beaches and exotic drinks with paper umbrellas.
Yet there’s something missing from this snapshot of an island getaway:
kids. Full Story
New “Wave” In Travel Brings Families Closer
July 2 (NAPSI)-Each year, more than 5 million family vacations include three
generations, according to the Travel Industry Association. Multigenerational
travel has become a growing trend among American families looking to forge
stronger family bonds while effectively keeping expenses in check. Full Story
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RP hosts 1st National Halal Convention
MANILA,
June 25 (PNA) -- Major stakeholders of Philippine Halal trade will meet
on June 25–26 at the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC), Roxas
Blvd. to discuss the business opportunities and development of the
Halal food sector. Full Story
Celebrating Dad: The Champion In Your Family
June 15 (NAPSI)-If you’ve ever spent time on the links with your Dad, you
know that golf creates a more intimate experience between fathers, sons and
daughters than just talking about doglegs and bunkers. If this rings true,
you may want to tee up a new Web site-one that celebrates this emotional
connection. Full Story
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