Dennis Maliwanag

Makati City

Managing Editor at Philippine Daily Inquirer

Managing Editor, @inquirerdotnet

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Cats have evolved genetically to communicate better with us

4 weeks ago | lifestyle.inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

Humanity’s faithful companions for thousands of years, cats fascinate and mystify us in equal measure. Despite their close relationship with humans, many aspects of feline behavior remain impenetrable to us. Japanese researchers have now shed some light on one of the most intriguing of these mysteries by discovering the genetic mechanism behind purring. Unlike other mammals, few behavioral studies have been conducted on cats, leaving many aspects of their communication mechanisms unclear.
Comelec proclaims Senate winners

1 month ago | inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

MANILA, Philippines—Political veterans and dynastic names secured the majority of the 12 Senate seats at stake in the 2025 midterm elections, with Sen. Bong Go and former Sen. Bam Aquino leading the race, based on the final official canvass released by the Commission on Elections (Comelec). The official results, released Friday, also underscored a shifting political landscape: key allies of detained former President Rodrigo Duterte and two liberal opposition candidates were among the top winners.
Vico Sotto leads Pasig mayoral race in unofficial count

1 month ago | inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

MANILA, Philippines — Incumbent Mayor Vico Sotto is leading the mayoral race in Pasig City, based on partial and unofficial results from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) Transparency Server as of 10:28 a.m. Tuesday. Sotto, running as an independent, has 286,897 votes. He is followed by United Governance for the Barangay (UGB) candidate Sara-St Gerrard Discaya with 24,163 votes.
Robredo proclaimed Naga City mayor, first woman to hold post

1 month ago | inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

MANILA, Philippines — Former Vice President Leni Robredo was proclaimed mayor of Naga City on Tuesday morning, becoming the first woman to hold the post. Robredo, running under the Liberal Party (LP), received 68,198 votes, based on partial and unofficial results from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) transparency server.
Belmonte, Sotto lead Quezon City races in unofficial count

1 month ago | inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

MANILA, Philippines —Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and Vice Mayor Gian Sotto are leading by wide margins in their respective races, based on partial and unofficial results from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) Transparency Server as of 10:18 p.m. Monday. Belmonte, running under the Serbisyo sa Bayan Party (SBP), received 1,022,131 votes, far ahead of independent candidates Diosdado Velasco (20,734 votes), Jonathan Cabalo (13,375), Rolando Jota (8,484), and Noli Navat (4,194).
Calapan City opposes dredging, sand mining in rivers, coastal areas

1 month ago | newsinfo.inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

MANILA, Philippines— The Sangguniang Panlungsod of Calapan has formally opposed dredging and sand mining operations in the city’s rivers and coastal barangays, citing environmental and social concerns.
Ferdinand de Chavez Maliwanag passes away

Jan 15, 2025 | pep.inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

CALAPAN CITY–Ferdinand de Chavez Maliwanag, a respected community leader and cherished family man, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on August 14, 1955, Ferdinand was the grandson of the late Rustico Maliwanag, a former mayor of Baco, whose legacy of public service inspired him.
Christmas songs: a cultural phenomenon that spans nostalgia and modernity

Dec 24, 2024 | lifestyle.inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

What better way to immerse yourself in the magic of the festive season than with some Christmas tunes? Hits like Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You” and Michael Bublé’s “Holly Jolly Christmas” have set the tone for decades, but there are plenty of other songs that come racing back up the charts during the holidays. French music streaming platform Deezer has taken a closer look at the phenomenon of Christmas songs.
Patrick Marvin Plagata Villar passes away

Dec 3, 2024 | pep.inquirer.net | Dennis Maliwanag

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patrick Marvin Plagata Villar, who died on December 3, 2024, at the age of 32. Born on October 3, 1992, Patrick brought joy and inspiration to those who knew him. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Edwin Macaraig Villar and Angelica Plagata Villar, who survive him. Patrick’s body lies in state at Heaven’s Park Memorial Gardens, formerly Arlington Memorial Chapel and Funeral.
How hybrid rice can feed the Philippines

Nov 20, 2024 | ricenewstoday.com | Dennis Maliwanag

How hybrid rice can feed the Philippines By: Dennis Atienza MaliwanagLOS BAÑOS, Philippines—The Philippines is on a path to self-sufficiency in rice production, with hybrid rice genotypes emerging as a critical innovation. As one of the world’s top 10 rice producers but also one of its largest importers, the nation faces the challenge of balancing its growing population and rising consumption with limited arable land.