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Ways to address income inequality

I wrote two columns last month on the topic “income inequality.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Oxfam report on income inequality

Every year, Oxfam International, a global NGO founded in 1942, prepares a briefing paper on the state of wealth inequality in the world......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

China Will Be Global Force for Peace : Wang Yi

TEHRAN (Tasnim) - China will be a global force for peace and stability, the country's foreign minister, Wang Yi, said at a press conference in Beijing on Thursday. - Other Media news - "In the face of complex turmoil in the international environment, China will persist in being a force for peace, a force for stability, and a force for progress in the world," Wang told reporters, AFP reported.Wang mad.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

DSWD, UN agency ink five-year deal to tackle gender-based violence

The MOU lays out a roadmap for cooperation in generating data to inform programming, strengthening the role of DSWD in emergencies, and supporting the implementation of programs related to gender-based violence. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

BCPO eyes task force to solve bizman s slay

BCPO eyes task force to solve bizman s slay.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated News18 hr. 10 min. ago

Task force to public: Continue water conservation

As the water level in major dams can drop further during the dry months, the Task Force El Niño is urging the public to continue conserving water to avert a possible water crisis, especially in Metro Manila......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Task Force formed to probe ‘severed body parts’ case

Task Force formed to probe ‘severed body parts’ case.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

‘El Niño unlikely to cause crisis’

The El Niño phenomenon being experienced in the country is not expected to result in a crisis as food, water and power supplies are adequate during the critical months, an official of the El Niño Task Force said yesterday. Task force spokesperson Joey Villarama said that with all the preparations, interventions and mitigations being done by the government, he does not foresee the El Niño phenomenon creating a crisis......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Task Force Gubat sa Baha to construct water catchment to address flooding

CEBU CITY, Philippines –Task Force Gubat sa Baha (TFGsB) is considering taking advantage of the upcoming El Niño to execute plans to construct a dam and water catchment in Apas, Cebu City, in an effort to address the flooding problem in the area. However, they mentioned that there is still no specific location yet, but.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

FACT CHECK | Roque’s claim that Task Force Davao will be disbanded is false

MindaNews fact-checked the claims of former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque that Task Force (TF) Davao will be disbanded as Dabawenyos expressed concern that the city’s security will be weakened if such will happen. His claim is false, according to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The AFP has refuted the claims of former presidential […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

First look: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo in Wicked trailer

"Wicked," the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Taylor Swift gumawa ng kasaysayan sa Grammys, 4 na ang Album of the Year

GUMAWA na naman ng kasaysayan sa music industry ang international Pop Superstar na si Taylor Swift matapos manalo sa 2024 Grammy Awards. Wagi ang kanyang “Midnights” bilang Album of The Year sa katatapos lang na 66th Annual Grammy Awards sa Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, USA. Ito na ang ikaapat na pagkakataon na nanalong Album of the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

Grammys 2024: Taylor Swift wins Album of the Year 

Los Angeles, United States—Pop powerhouse Taylor Swift on Sunday made Grammy history by winning her fourth Album of the Year award for “Midnights” -– the most ever by any artist. With her record-breaking triumph, the 34-year-old surpassed music icons Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder with the most wins of the top Grammy. Swift bested.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Tell it to SunStar: Wage hike deliberations should tackle social justice

Tell it to SunStar: Wage hike deliberations should tackle social justice.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

WTO nations to tackle tax-free status of movie, music, games traded online

WTO nations to tackle tax-free status of movie, music, games traded online.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

2 Basilan military commanders tackle potential challenges

2 Basilan military commanders tackle potential challenges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges

Agri secretary, PHILSHRIMP tackle shrimp industry challenges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023

The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

German parliament to vote on making it easier for people to legally change their name and gender

German parliament to vote on making it easier for people to legally change their name and gender.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024