CTOO: Too early to tell lovers’ murder effect on city tourism
THE Davao City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) says it is too early to presume the possible and direct effect on the tourism industry in the city of the recent bloody crime involving the deaths of real-life partners......»»
Diving tourism contributes 1.3 bln USD to Philippine economy in 2023
MANILA, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- Diving tourism contributed more than 73 billion pesos (1.3 billion U.S. dollars) to the Philippine economy in 2023, nearly twice the revenue the industry earned in 2022, the country's Department of Tourism said Friday. Diving tourism raked 37 billion pesos (661 million dollars) in revenue in 2022, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said at the Philippine International Dive Expo.....»»
Diving tourism contributes 1.3 bln USD to Philippine economy in 2023
MANILA, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- Diving tourism contributed more than 73 billion pesos (1.3 billion U.S. dollars) to the Philippine economy in 2023, nearly twice the revenue the industry earned in 2022, the country's Department of Tourism said Friday. Diving tourism raked 37 billion pesos (661 million dollars) in revenue in 2022, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said at the Philippine International Dive Expo.....»»
Parada Dabawenyo route shortened
AN OFFICIAL from the City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) said that they shortened the route for the Araw ng Dabaw’s Parada Dabawenyo this March 17, 2024......»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: Murder raps filed vs suspect in hit-and-run of basketball player
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Murder raps filed vs suspect in hit-and-run of basketball player Police in Cebu City have filed today, February 8, a charge of murder against the suspect behind the fatal hit-and-run.....»»
Int’l groups urge Marcos Jr. to solve 13-year long murder of environmental journalist
“We are here today to urge and call upon President Marcos Jr.’s administration and the law enforcement agency to act upon this crucial piece of information and to immediately arrest the mastermind on Ortega’s murder. It’s time to say enough is enough." The post Int’l groups urge Marcos Jr. to solve 13-year long murder of environmental journalist appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Julia Barretto at Diego Loyzaga ex-lovers ang ganap sa bagong pelikula ng Viva
FIRST TIME magsasama nina Julia Barretto at Diego Loyzaga sa isang pelikula. Magkasamang humarap ang dalawa sa digital storycon ng pelikulang Will You Be My Ex? na sinu-shooting na ngayon. Ang Will You Be My Ex? ay isang relationship movie na mula sa Viva Films at unang pelikula din sa kompanya ni Bea Binene. Mula […] The post Julia Barretto at Diego Loyzaga ex-lovers ang ganap sa bagong pelikula ng Viva appeared first on Pinoy Parazzi......»»
Weaponizing the crime of genocide
All too often the murder of people begins with the murder of language......»»
Philippines 10-year nuclear plan ‘too late,’ says climate analyst
The long-term nuclear plan outlined by the Department of Energy is “too long, too late” due to the climate emergency, a climate analyst said, suggesting instead the prioritization of building renewable energy facilities......»»
Lapu-Lapu drug test: Tourism office JO positive for illegal drugs
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- One tested positive for using illegal drugs during a surprise drug test conducted by the City of Lapu-Lapu Office for Substance Abuse Prevention (CLOSAP) on Friday, March 15, for the occupants of the Tourism, Historical, and Cultural Affairs Commission (TCHAC) building. The government structure is occupied by tourism office personnel and employees.....»»
Sports and medical tourism eyed to sustain Davao-Manado-Davao flights
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 January) — Sports and medical tourism is the “low-hanging fruit” that can sustain the possible revival of the air connectivity between Davao City and Manado in Indonesia, a business leader said. Arturo Milan, co-chair of the Regional Development Council, told “Wednesdays Media Forum at the Habi at Kape,” that tourism could potentially […].....»»
Mindanao Tourism Expo 2024 set on Apr 26-28 in CDO
THE Mindanao Tourism Expo (MTEx) 2024 is all set for the second biggest travel expo in Mindanao, highlighting the entire eco-tourism spots, products, and activities in the island on April 26 to 28 at Atrium of Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City......»»
P15 daily minimum wage hike in Caraga to effect on May 1
P15 daily minimum wage hike in Caraga to effect on May 1.....»»
30 proposals received since PPP Code took effect
The government has received up to 30 unsolicited proposals since the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Code took effect......»»
SC: Quiboloy arrest warrant remains in effect
The arrest order issued by the Senate against Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader Apollo Quiboloy is still in effect as the Supreme Court has yet to decide on the petition of the preacher asking the SC to stop the enforcement of the arrest......»»
LTO: AO on electric vehicles still not in effect
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) clarified yesterday that an administrative order (AO) it issued requiring licensed drivers and the registration of electric bicycles and tricycles that will be driven on all public roads nationwide is still not in effect pending its publication......»»
Arrest order vs Quiboloy in effect – House panel
The order for the arrest of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOLC) pastor Apollo Quiboloy for contempt is already in effect, according to the House committee on legislative franchises......»»
Smoking: Research shows its lasting effect after quitting
Researchers are still discovering how smoking continues to harm people’s health even years after they quit, with a new study on Wednesday revealing tobacco’s lasting effect on the immune system. Despite the tobacco industry long fighting to conceal the dangers of smoking, tobacco is now known to kill more than eight million people globally a.....»»
Suspects in Lapu-Lapu City murder nabbed
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The suspects in the murder of Lapu-Lapu City Public Market assistant administrator, Christopher ‘Chris’ Ceniza, have already been apprehended by the police. This confirmation comes from Police Lieutenant Colonel Christian Torres, the spokesperson of the Lapu-Lapu City Police Office. Torres, however, declined to disclose the identity of the suspects to avoid.....»»
Kyline Alcantara renewed as Korea Tourism Organization-Manila ambassador
Actress-singer Kyline Alcantara will continue her role as an Honorary Ambassador for Korean Tourism in the Philippines for another two years, the Manila Office of the Korea Tourism Organization confirmed......»»
DOT advises public to ‘travel wisely’ this Holy Week
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is advising the public to “travel wisely” to ensure safety during the Holy Week celebrations. “Travelers needing accommodation, tours, transportation, and other tourism-related services are strongly advised to patronize DOT-accredited tourism enterprises. Accreditation by the DOT recognizes establishments as having complied with the department’s minimum standards set.....»»