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Shear line affects over 80-K families in Davao
The shear line in the Davao Region has had a significant impact on over 80,000 families, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). The affected families are spread across Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental. Evacuation efforts have been underway, with some families still in shelters. Tragically, casualties have been reported, including fatalities and injuries due to landslides and flooding. The infrastructure has also suffered, with roads and bridges being blocked or damaged. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has been providing relief to affected residents, and the local government units have also contributed aid. In response to the shear line, the OCD-Davao has raised its Blue Alert status, emphasizing the need for intensified monitoring and immediate mobilization of resources. The situation remains challenging, with ongoing flooding and landslides affecting numerous areas in the region......»»
95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding
Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»
DJs Laila Chikadora, Kuya Poy recount humble beginnings in radio industry
Laila Chikadora, real name Jessica Asis, was turned down a couple of times by several radio stations during the early phase of her career and was even told that she wasn’t qualified to become a disc jockey. But the persistent Laila didn’t give up in chasing after her dream of becoming a DJ and went on to become one of the popular radio personalities today......»»
House tightens security after lawmakers get bomb threats
The House of Representatives has been placed on heightened alert following threats received by lawmakers and House staff last week, including bomb threats, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said on Monday......»»
Charter Day, Prayer Rally: Cebu City police on full alert
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) is now on full alert status for the Charter Day celebration and Anti-Charter Change Prayer Rally this weekend, February 24-25, 2024. Police Lieutenant Colonel Janette Rafter, CCPO spokesperson, relayed that the full alert status has been enforced starting Friday morning, February 23. According to Rafter,.....»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
Women journos call for release of detained broadcaster Frenchie Mae Cumpio
On International Women’s Day, journalists have called for the release of detained community journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio. The post Women journos call for release of detained broadcaster Frenchie Mae Cumpio appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
CHR to launch alert system for journalists under attack
In a statement, the CHR said that “Alisto! Alert Mechanism” seeks to “provide a concrete platform where it may directly respond to attacks and threats against media workers.”.....»»
Veteran broadcaster, journalist celebrates diamond year
Veteran broadcaster, journalist celebrates diamond year.....»»
Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles
The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»
Police: No truth to bomb threat at PI’s prayer rally
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has debunked a text message claiming a bomb threat at the People's Initiative (PI) “Unity for One Nation, One Prayer” rally in San Pedro Square. The message warned of possible explosions at Rizal Park, one of the rally venues. Despite the lack of credible threats, the police urged vigilance and cooperation from the public for safety. Approximately 300 police personnel were deployed to secure various rally points, with additional support from volunteers and security clusters. Task Force Davao also activated a high alert status as part of the city's security measures. Captain John Louie Dema-ala confirmed that the circulating threat was unfounded and aimed at intimidating rallyists. Despite this, nearly 17,000 Dabawenyos joined the rally to oppose the proposed Charter change (Cha-cha) movement. The police and security forces remain vigilant and are conducting ongoing investigations into the social media threat......»»
Radio technologist patay sa tandem
PATAY ang 32-anyos na radio technologist nang pagbabarilin ng riding in tandem sa Baesa, Quezon City nitong Miyekoles ng uamaga. Dead on the spot ang biktimang si Daniel Sio Romas, 32, tubong Agusan del Sur at residente ng No. 317 Champaca St. Baesa, Quezon City. Sa pagsisiyasat nina P/Cpl. Benito Catungal, Jr. at Pat. James ….....»»
Frail body, sharp mind: Oldest political prisoner longs for freedom
Despite the deteriorating conditions, political prisoner Gerardo Dela Peña remains hopeful that he will still be reunited with his elderly wife Pilar and their family in Camarines Norte. The post Frail body, sharp mind: Oldest political prisoner longs for freedom appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
John Bradley and Alex Sharp on their heartbreaking fates in Netflix’s ‘3 Body Problem’
British actors John Bradley and Alex Sharp are responsible for the most shocking and moving moments in Netflix’s mega-budget sci-fi saga, “3 Body Problem.”.....»»
Infinite Radio, tatlong taon na sa ere
Ang nangungunang himpilan ng radyo sa Calbayog City at lalawigan ng Samar, Infinite Radio (IR, 92.1) ay magdiriwang ng kanilang ikatlong anibersaryo sa Linggo, February 4, 2024. “Taos-puso po akong nagpapasalamat sa aming advertisers, stakeholders at siyempre sa mga empleyado ng ating himpilan, at higit sa lahat sa followers at listeners ng istasyon. We could.....»»
Acorda: No need for immediate evacuation over bomb threats
Bomb threats should not immediately result in the evacuation of people from an area, Philippine National Police chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. said on Tuesday as he ordered the reorientation of PNP officers on how to respond to bomb threats......»»
Negros frontier town gets better roads via nat’l gov’t aid
Negros frontier town gets better roads via nat’l gov’t aid.....»»
Kaspersky Report: 1 in 3 Filipinos Face Threats from USBs, Removable Devices
Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky is urging Filipinos to be wary of careless plugging of USBs into their computers unless they have been scanned following the release of data that 36.80% of users in the Philippines were attacked by local threats from January to December 2023. Local threats are malware spread through removable media such as […].....»»
President creates new office vs cybersecurity threats
As the country faces “evolving threats,” President Marcos has reorganized the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency to make it more equipped and capable of dealing with new dangers to national security, including cyber-security threats and weapons of mass destruction......»»
Justice still elusive as environmental activists, journalists commemorate 13th death anniversary of Gerry Ortega
Ortega was known to courageously oppose influential mining aimed at exploiting the natural resources of Palawan. His colleagues firmly believe that the broadcaster was killed for reporting on the misuse of the Malampaya fund by the local government at that time. The post Justice still elusive as environmental activists, journalists commemorate 13th death anniversary of Gerry Ortega appeared first on Bulatlat......»»