We are sorry, the requested page does not exist
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
3 BEST Soviet movies about pirates
In the Soviet Union, movies about pirates were mainly screen adaptations of Western novels about ruthless English cut-throats and Spanish galleons full of gold. But, at times, there were original stories in which Soviet seamen confronted sea bandits. Below are the three best Soviet movies about pirates. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel was adapted for the screen three times in the USSR. In add.....»»
3 BEST Soviet movies about pirates
In the Soviet Union, movies about pirates were mainly screen adaptations of Western novels about ruthless English cut-throats and Spanish galleons full of gold. But, at times, there were original stories in which Soviet seamen confronted sea bandits. Below are the three best Soviet movies about pirates. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel was adapted for the screen three times in the USSR. In add.....»»
PODCAST | Running About: Pilot episode ‘Ready? Get set?’
MindaNews presents its latest podcast from The MindaNews Podcast: Running About, with Bobby Timonera, Boy Mordeno, and Yas D. Ocampo. “Running About” features our conversations about running various roads (and off-roads) around Mindanao and the rest of the world. The Pilot Episode features MindaNews editors Bobby Timonera and Boy Mordeno and social media manager Yas […].....»»
Remolino, Alcoseba rule Go For Gold Sunrise Sprint Triathlon Race in Camsur
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Roughly two weeks after they lorded the National Age Group Triathlon (NAGT) in Subic Bay, Cebu’s pride Andrew Kim Remolino and Raven Faith Alcoseba stamped their class anew, this time in Camarines Sur. Remolino and Alcoseba topped the overall male and female divisions, respectively, in the Go For Gold Sunrise Sprint.....»»
Where have all the nurses gone?
I could write about the country’s female tycoons who have grown their fathers’ businesses to dizzying heights, including Tessie Sy-Coson, Helen Yuchengco-Dee, Robina Gokongwei and Josephine Gotianun-Yap; or I could write about the Dumaliang sisters who staunchly defend that piece of paradise known as Masungi Georeserve; or I could write about our Filipina athletes waving the flag around the globe......»»
Spy Wednesday
What significant event took place on the Wednesday of the Holy Week? If Maundy Thursday was all about the Last Supper, the betrayal of Jesus, etc. and Good Friday was all about the kangaroo trial, torture and crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ and Easter Sunday was the glorious resurrection of our Lord, what, I wondered, happened on the Wednesday before......»»
SM Offices leverages proptech strategies to better serve tenant-partners
SM Offices, a division of SM Prime, is one of the leading developers in the country that is actively leveraging on such technologies—taking great pride in the proptech solutions it utilizes to slash energy consumption and revolutionizing its space solutions to become more sustainable......»»
Grateful Sarah G says Billboard award ‘came at a time when I was doubting myself’
This Women’s Month, Sarah Geronimo brought pride to the country after becoming one of Billboard’s 2024 Global Force honorees.....»»
Kumong Bol-Anon 14: Tagacanao faces acid test vs. Indonesian foe in first title fight
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Carcar City’s pride, Reymart “Cebuano Assassin” Tagacanao, will have his first title fight in the co-main event of “Kumong Bol-Anon XIV” on March 8 at the Saulog gymnasium in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. Tagacanao, 24, has come a long way since debuting as a professional boxer in 2022. From being an amateur.....»»
Apolinario rises from knockdown to stop Thai, earns world title shot
Dave Apolinario lines himself up for a world title crack this year, but not after the pride of Maasim, Sarangani managed to survive the first knockdown of his career.....»»
MPBA Season 2 completes north and south conferences’ semifinal contenders
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The KMNH Lending-Luigi Bercede completed the southern conference’s final four of the ongoing Mandaue’s Pride Basketball Association (MPBA) Season 2: Cebuano Cup’s south division after grabbing a crucial win on Sunday evening against the Quadernos, 83-71. The victory earned the KMNH Lending-Luigi Bercede the last remaining semifinal slot in the MPBA.....»»
Jake Cuenca and Sue Ramirez take pride in making people laugh
The APT Entertainment-produced-for-TV5 “Jack and Jill sa Diamond Hills” has become a platform and playground for Jake Cuenca and Sue Ramirez to showcase their mettle in comedy, particularly situation comedy......»»
Pinoy Pride on stage of ‘Miss Saigon’ international production
In celebration of Filipino artistry and heritage, the upcoming international production of “Miss Saigon” by GMG Productions boasts a stellar cast of performers with Filipino roots and descent who are taking on the lead roles......»»
Mothered! The 16 Filipina drag queens who have raised our flag in the int’l drag scene
'Drag Race PH' runner-up Marina Summers is the latest queen to bring Pinoy pride to the international drag scene.....»»
‘Leave a legend’: Lakers unveil first of 3 Kobe Bryant statues
As the Lakers unveil the first Kobe Bryant statue, his widow Vanessa says the NBA great would ‘take pride in knowing that he is still pouring inspiration into the game that was so special to him’.....»»
Enrique Gil proud of Liza Soberano s Hollywood achievement, hopes to see her before Valentine s
Actor Enrique Gil expressed his pride and support for long-time partner Liza Soberano who has cracked into the Hollywood scene thanks to her latest film "Lisa Frankenstein.".....»»
Enrique Gil proud of Liza Soberano, hopes to see her before Valentine s
Actor Enrique Gil expressed his pride and support for longtime partner Liza Soberano who has cracked into the Hollywood scene thanks to her latest film "Lisa Frankenstein.".....»»
Rocker Jon Bon Jovi honored at pre-Grammy gala
Bruce Springsteen played a blistering duet with Jon Bon Jovi to honor the latter artist at a pre-Grammy gala Friday, as superstars including Paul McCartney danced along to an event heavy on New Jersey pride......»»
Muhlach family gets own TV5 sitcom
Aga Muhlach and wife Charlene Gonzalez beamed with pride and happiness as they revealed that their twins, Atasha and Andres, will be joining them in an upcoming sitcom on TV5 — their first-ever acting project as a family......»»