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‘Mother of all resolutions’ blamed for resort construction

The Tagbilaran Baywatch has discovered what it described as the “mother of all resolutions” that paved the way for the construction of a controversial resort and other illegal structures at the Chocolate Hills Natural Monument in Bohol......»»

Category: newsSource: philstar philstarApr 3rd, 2024

Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings

The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Pamunuan ng resort sa Chocolate Hills, nagsalita na sa isyu

NAGLABAS na ng official statement ang pamunuan ng kontrobersyal na resort sa Chocolate Hills na Captain’s Peak Resort matapos itong mag-trending sa pambabatikos ng netizens. Marami kasi ang hindi nagustuhan ang pagpapatayo ng resort sa paanan ng isa sa mga kinikilalang tourist attraction sa Pilipinas at idineklara rin na National Geological Monument and Protected Area.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Resort sa Chocolate Hills inireklamo ng netizens, DENR kinalampag

USAP-USAPAN ngayon ang viral resort sa Chocolate Hills na mabilis na nag-trending at nag-viral dahil sa galit ng madlang pipol. Isang netizen na nagngangalang “Ren The Adventurer” ang nag-upload ng promotional video ng naturang resort sa Facebook. “Resort Sa Gitna Nang Chocolate Hills [wow and heart emoji] “Feat. captain’s peak Sagbayan bohol [Philippine flag emoji],”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Manager admits no environmental clearance for Chocolate Hills resort; to close temporarily

The manager of the viral resort situated in the heart of Bohol's Chocolate Hills admitted an Environmental Compliance Certificate was not obtained for the resort's construction, but claimed it did not damage the famous landmark......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

‘Marcos Jr. is to be blamed for high rice price’

“There is no one to blame for the highest inflation rate but Marcos." The post ‘Marcos Jr. is to be blamed for high rice price’ appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

MILF lauds Senate for adopting House rebel amnesty resolutions

COTABATO CITY (MindaNews / 7 March) – The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) lauded the Senate for adopting three resolutions of the House of Representatives that concur with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s grant of amnesty to former rebels. Bangsamoro Interim Chief Minister Ahod “Al Haj Murad” Ebrahim, also the MILF chair, said the granting of […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Why opening a US dollar account should be part of your New Year s resolutions

Still putting together your final list of New Year’s resolutions for 2024?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

DENR stops operation of Chocolate Hills resort

MANILA, Philippines —  The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued a cease and desist order (CDO) against the controversial Chocolate Hills resort operating in a protected area in Bohol province. DENR Undersecretary for Field Operations Juan Miguel Cuna said the CDO was issued on March 14, putting Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort under close monitoring.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

DENR, mayor ‘sabong’ sa Chocolate Hills resort

Hahantong sa away ang demolition ng resort sa Chocolate Hills sa Bohol, babala ni Senador Cynthia Villar. The post DENR, mayor ‘sabong’ sa Chocolate Hills resort first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Chocolate Hills resort sarado na, hirit ng Bohol gov: We want to find the truth

HABANG mainit pa ang kontrobersiya sa viral resort sa gitna ng Chocolate Hills, pinatawag ni Bohol Governor Aris Aumentado ang ilang opisyal ng Sagbayan, Bohol. Ito ay para mabigyang-linaw ang ginawang pagpapatayo at operasyon ng Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort sa nasabing lugar. Ayon sa gobernador, makikipagpulong siya kay Sagbayan Mayor Restituto Suarez III, sa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Chocolate Hills resort halts operations

The Captain’s Peak Resort that lies within the world famous Chocolate Hills area temporarily shut down its operations yesterday, resort manager Julieta Sablas said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, March 14.  Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP The provincial government of Bohol wants to find out how the controversial resort located within the famous Chocolate Hills.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Prosperous Beginnings, NUSTAR Resort Welcomes the Year of the Wood Dragon

NUSTAR Resort Cebu welcomed the year of the Wood Dragon with cheers and held a Prosperity Parade around the resort that concluded with the symbolic Prosperity Toss with NUSTAR executives at The Atrium. The Prosperity Parade commenced at the lobby attended by NUSTAR Executives Alan Teo, Chief Operating Officer of Universal Hotels and Resorts Inc.,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Government tackling high construction costs

The Government is focused on reducing sky-high construction costs to make it more affordable to build a home, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says. Stats NZ data shows the cost of building a house has increased by 41 per cent since 2019, making housing even more unaffordable for Kiwi families."Further analysis shows building costs are consistently higher.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Lapu-Lapu killing: Construction worker stabbed dead by man with 23-inch bolo 

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A 52-year-old construction worker died after he was stabbed by another construction worker in Purok Thunder, Timpolok, Barangay Babag in Lapu-Lapu City on Sunday evening, March 10, 2024. The victim was identified as Victor Franco Tolo, with a live-in partner, a resident of the place. READ: Senior citizen hacked to death.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Cebu City College construction in Ramos Public Market starts

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The construction of the Cebu City College in Ramos Public Market is ongoing despite the continued operation of some vendors there. This was confirmed by Grace Arinaza, admin aide 3 of Ramos Public Market, via Sugboanon Channel’s program on Wednesday, Feb. 7. The construction of the Cebu City College was already.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Piolo parami nang parami ang resort-hotel business, pinayuhan ni Ate Vi

MARAMING negosyo si Piolo Pascual at karamihan ay hotel o resort pero ang pinaka-main business niya ngayon ay sa real estate. Ito’y base na rin daw sa payo sa kanya ng nag-iisang Star for All Seasons na si ex-Congresswoman Vilma Santos-Recto. Napagkuwentuhan nina Piolo at Ogie Diaz sa vlog nito ang tungkol sa mga negosyo.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Tell it to SunStar: Mother’s request for live interview with sexually abused 4-year-old child was no valid excuse

Tell it to SunStar: Mother’s request for live interview with sexually abused 4-year-old child was no valid excuse.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Mother nabbed for ‘sexually exploiting’ 8-year-old daughter online

CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 31-year-old mother from Cebu City will be spending some time in jail after she was nabbed for allegedly peddling her 8-year-old daughter by offering the child’s explicit photos and videos to foreign customers online. The suspect (name withheld) was tagged as a high-volume producer and seller of child pornography. The.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Your Mother s Son to premiere at IdeaFirst Film Festival

Jun Lana's controversial film "Your Mother’s Son" is set for its Philippine premiere at the EnlighTEN: The IdeaFirst Film Festival......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024