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Joni Mitchell, Tracy Chapman deliver emotional Grammys 2024 performances
Women were the biggest winners of the 2024 Grammy Awards: Taylor Swift broke the record for Album of the Year wins, Celine Dion made a rare public appearance, Miley Cyrus won her first Grammys, and the stage saw performances by two musical legends......»»
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.....»»
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......»»
Biden and Netanyahu have finally talked, but their visions still clash for ending Israel-Hamas war
Biden and Netanyahu have finally talked, but their visions still clash for ending Israel-Hamas war.....»»
Sayonara and Kon’nichiwa
“Most challenging, most wonderful, most exciting, most valuable, and most meaningful,” was how former Toyota Motor Philippines president Atsuhiro Okamoto described his four-year stint in the Philippines as he gave his farewell speech last Tuesday, Feb. 20, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel during the formal turnover of the TMP presidency to his successor, Masando Hashimoto......»»
I’m healed : Kathryn Bernardo talks about forgiveness following Daniel Padilla split
After the much talked about breakup with Daniel Padilla last November, Kathryn Bernardo reveal that she's now healed......»»
Joey de Leon clarifies 15-year remark: Hindi namin kaaway ang It s Showtime
Joey de Leon stressed that his much-talked about remark on willingly bending his knees for those who will reach the 15-year mark was not for noontime show "It's Showtime," but it was for those who were alleging that "Eat Bulaga" is rumored to end its 45-year run. .....»»
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......»»
Grammys 2024: Miley Cyrus wins Record of the Year for ‘Flowers’
Los Angeles, United States—Pop chameleon Miley Cyrus bested a stacked field that included Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish to win the Grammy for Record of the Year on Sunday. She nabbed the prize — recognizing overall performance of a song –- for her hit single “Flowers,” which spent eight weeks at number one on the Billboard top songs.....»»
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.....»»
The Oscars are almost here. Here’s what to know and how to watch
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all, the Academy Awards, are around the corner. The 96th Oscars may be a coronation for “Oppenheimer,” which comes in with a leading 13 nominations, though other films, including “Barbie,” “Killers.....»»
Airports and trains
Over breakfast some years back, in one of those times I had the opportunity to sit down with tycoon Ramon S. Ang or RSA, together with a small group of fellow journalists, he talked about the importance of having an airport express similar to Hong Kong’s much-touted MTR which connects the airport to the rest of the city. .....»»
Road to IPO
The Philippine Stock Exchange hosted a forum on Feb. 28 featuring CEOs who talked about how their respective initial public offerings helped accelerate the growth of their companies......»»
I married my first love : Jennylyn Mercado, Dennis Trillo get candid on second-chance love
Sitting down with Karen Davila, Dennis Trillo and Jennylyn Mercado talked about how they've grown more mature over the years as they tried love the second time around and what made their second chance at love work. .....»»
The difference between SROs and FOOs
It’s been a while since we’ve talked in-depth about a stock rights offering or a follow-on offering, so let’s discuss how they’re different and when a company might use one or the other......»»
Anne Curtis guests on 24 Oras, bares It s Showtime pasabog on 1st GMA-7 airing
Anne Curtis joined regular "Chika Minute" presenter Iya Villania where they talked about motherhood, her family's recent trip to Taiwan, and "It's Showtime" on GMA-7. .....»»
Taylor Swift wins and so do other girls at 2024 Grammys
Even with a totally enjoyable, excellently produced album like SOS in the running for Album of the Year, everybody seemed to know that SZA would not be getting the Grammy......»»
Celine Dion earns cheers for first major public appearance since SPS diagnosis
Celine Dion surprised attendees and viewers by appearing on the Grammys stage, instantly receiving a standing ovation, to present the night's top prize Album of the Year......»»
Valentine’s Day tips for talking about money as a couple
NEW YORK (AP) — Money might not be the most romantic topic for Valentine’s Day, but talking about finances with your significant other is a key element of a healthy relationship. Money problems are one of the most common reasons couples separate, said Emily Simonian, head of clinical learning at Thriveworks, a mental health company......»»
Edsa People Power Anniv: Marcos asked to focus on fight vs corruption
MANILA, Philippines — The National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) has opposed proposals to amend the 1987 Constitution and urged the current administration to instead focus more on people’s needs and eradicating corruption. NCCP’s pronouncements came on the occasion of the 38th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution on Sunday under the.....»»