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Unggoy (Macaca fascicularis philippensis) The Philippine Long-tailed Macaque (Macaca fascicularis philippensis) or locally known as unggoy is a charming tropical faunal species found in Bohol. The Philippine Long-Tailed Macaque (Macaca fascicularis philippensis) is one of the Nicobar long-tailed Macaque subspecies. The species is widely distributed in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and are found … Read more
Lapulapu Commemorative Banknote The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, in cooperation with the National Quincentennial Committee (NQC), launched on 18 January 2021 the 5000-Piso Lapulapu Commemorative Banknote and Medal to kickoff the 99-day countdown to the 500th anniversary of the “Victory at Mactan.” Features of the Lapulapu Commemorative Banknote (Obverse) 1. Battle of Mactan 2. Portrait … Read more
Lapulapu Commemorative Medal The BSP, in cooperation with the National Quincentennial Committee Philippines, launched 5000-Piso Lapulapu Commemorative Banknote and Medal to kick off the 99-day countdown to the 500th anniversary of the “Victory at Mactan.” Features of the Lapulapu Commemorative Medal (Obverse) 1. Quincentennial logo 2. Embossed text “Lapulapu” 3. Lapulapu Shrine 4. Mint mark … Read more
UP-PGH Covid-19 Questions and Answers Can pregnant people be vaccinated? Yes. A pregnant person is part of a group recommended to receive a COVID-19 vaccine and may choose to be vaccinated. There are currently little data on the safety of COVID-19 vaccines in pregnant people. When making a decision, you should consider: The … Read more
MICP Customer Care Center MICP Inaugurates Customer Care Center Completing the list of Collection Districts to open and operate the Customer Care Center (CCC), the Manila International Container Port (MICP) on January 18, 2021, inaugurated the Port’s CCC which shall be a one-stop-shop making it easier for stakeholders to transact with the Port. In compliance … Read more