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Sandigan upholds Dengvaxia raps vs Garin, 4 others

The Sandiganbayan has denied motions to dismiss filed by former health secretary Janette Garin and four former and incumbent officials over the allegedly anomalous P3.556-billion dengue mass vaccination program of the Aquino administration from 2010 to 2016......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Lapu-Lapu schools return to face-to-face classes – Chan

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan announced the return of face-to-face classes for public schools starting today, April 17, 2024. However, in a Facebook post, Chan said that the face-to-face classes shall only be scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 for morning classes and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for afternoon.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Marcos: Philippines drug problem lessened sans violence

Sans violence, the Philippine government has “lessened” the narcotics problem in the country, President Marcos told German Chancellor Olaf Scholz during their meeting here on Tuesday.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Paolo Contis, Kaye Abad, Patrick Garcia reunion movie trailer released

"Tabing Ilog" fans will get the reference when they check out the freshly dropped trailer for "A Journey," starring Kaye Abad, Patrick Garcia and Paolo Contis. .....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

BIDDING SET IN JUNE | 11 companies buy bid documents for Capitol s bulk water project

BIDDING SET IN JUNE | 11 companies buy bid documents for Capitol s bulk water project.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Panlaban sa baha DAGDAG NA PUMPING STATIONS SA NAVOTAS PINASINAYAAN

MAYROON nang72 pumping stations sa Navotas, kasunod ng pagpapasinaya sa tatlo pa na matatagpuan sa Judge Roldan St., Brgy. San Roque, Daanghari St., Brgy. Daanghari, at Maliputo St., Brgy. NBBS Dagat-Dagatan. Pinangunahan nina Mayor John Rey Tiangco at Cong. Toby Tiangco ang blessing at inauguration ceremony sa tatlong pumping stations. “Noon, kapag nababanggit ang Navotas, ….....»»

Category: filipinoSource:  hatawtabloidRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Geeks On A Beach: PH startups eyeing $1-billion in funding deals this 2023

Startups in the Philippines have quietly won $1-billion in total funding deals for two straight years in a row in 2021 to 2022, and there are indications they could continue the winning trend. New funding deals may yet to be clinched at the Geeks On A Beach (GOAB) international conference on November 22 to 24 […].....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

EDITORIAL - Mocking Congress

The 17 conditions set in an audio recording by Apollo Quiboloy to face Senate grilling on charges of sex trafficking seemed too bizarre to be serious......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Summer tip para sa kababaihan: Wag nang mag-panty kapag nasa bahay lang

KUNG nasa bahay lang naman, pwede nang hindi na magsuot ng panty ngayong summer para mas presko at laging fresh ang pakiramdam. Iyan ang isa sa mga payo ni dating Department of Health (DOH) Secretary at ngayo’y Iloilo 1st District Rep. at House Deputy Majority Leader Janette Garin sa kababaihan. Talaga naman kasing napakatindi ng.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Mandaue City Health Office plans to hire more health professionals

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The Mandaue City Health Office (MCHO) is planning to hire additional doctors, nurses and midwives who will especially be deployed in health centers and clinics in the 27 barangays here. Dr. Debra Maria Catulong, the MCHO head, said that having more health professionals is expected to improve the delivery of health.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Himamaylan DepEd to shorten face-to-face classes

Himamaylan DepEd to shorten face-to-face classes.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Treñas extends suspension of face-to-face classes in Iloilo City due to extreme heat conditions

Treñas extends suspension of face-to-face classes in Iloilo City due to extreme heat conditions.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

ACLEx holds first face-to-face MCLE in post-pandemic era

This was the first face-to-face lecture series conducted by the Supreme Court-accredited MCLE provider since the COVID-19 pandemic......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Tech advancements in agri sans job threats in Date 2024

Despite the pivotal role of technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) in agricultural development, farmers and laborers in Davao Region face no immediate threat......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

China sidetracked as funding source for PNR Bicol

The government is taking another funding route for the Philippine National Railways South Long Haul, also called the PNR Bicol instead of China. It is seeking the assistance of the Asian Development Bank instead to pursue the long-delayed rail project......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Philex unit secures $70 million funding for Silangan mine

A wholly owned subsidiary of Pangilinan-led Philex Mining Corp. has secured an additional $70 million funding for the development and operation of its Silangan mine project in Surigao del Norte......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Makabayan bloc seeks probe into funding of charter change initiatives

In a resolution Reps. France Castro (ACT Teachers Party-list), Arlene Brosas (Gabriela Women’s Party) and Raoul Manuel (Kabataan Party-list) called for a probe by the House’s committee on public accounts, stressing the public deserves to know the source of funding for the renewed attempt to change the Constitution. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Women urged: Skip underwear at home

House Deputy Majority Leader Janette Garin has advised women not to use underwear at home this summer to avoid contracting fungal infections......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Comelec opens bidding for indelible ink

Comelec opens bidding for indelible ink.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024