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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 21

KABUL -- Four people onboard a Russian plane that crashed in Afghanistan's airspace on Saturday were found injured on Sunday, local officials said. (Afghanistan-Plane Crash) - - - - JAKARTA -- At least two people died and 16 others were injured after the bus they were on rolled five meters down a highway in Central Java on Sunday, according to local police. The crash took place in Pemalang Regency.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home

Juan is just one out of many fisherfolk unable to make a living from the sight that greets them in the morning and lulls them at night. When reclamation started in Manila Bay and in Bulacan Aerotropolis, it meant finding source material for dumping, and there is no need to look farther than Cavite whose coasts are rich in black sand. High in iron content, the black sand can be used for concrete and asphalt production—a vital ingredient for built infrastructure. The post Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Three juvenile Black-winged kites rescued in Sultan Kudarat province

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 8 March) – The three chicks rescued by a farmer at a sugarcane plantation in Barangay Katiko, President Quirino, Sultan Kudarat last Wednesday were juvenile Black-winged kites or Black-shouldered kites, Dr. Jayson Ibañez, Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) director for operations, said. Ibanez told MindaNews on Thursday that Black-winged kites are categorized […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Cops seize 45 boxes of imported cigarettes in Sulu

Policemen on Sunday confiscated 45 large boxes of cigarettes from Indonesia ready for delivery to local buyers. These were found in a barangay in the seaside Indanan town in Sulu......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Info campaign launched to ensure balikbayan boxes delivered

Amid continued complaints regarding abandoned balikbayan boxes, the government will conduct an extensive information campaign to ensure that gifts of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) would reach their families and loved ones......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

P102 million marijuana in balikbayan boxes seized in Manila port

The Bureau of Customs has confiscated five balikbayan boxes containing 82 kilos of marijuana and 1,881 cannabis vape pens valued at P102 million, the BOC repor.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Customs lists firms allegedly abandoning balikbayan boxes

Customs officials reported yesterday 16 companies suspected of abandoning balikbayan boxes sent by overseas Filipino workers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Buying plane not feasible, Lacson says

Buying plane not feasible, Lacson says.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Grounded C-130 plane stalls flights at NAIA

Some flights at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport were delayed yesterday after a C-130 plane of the Philippine Air Force was stalled at the NAIA’s Taxiway Charlie 6......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

EXPLAINER: Why did the Baltimore bridge collapse and what is the death toll?

(Reuters) -Divers recovered the remains of two of the six missing workers more than a day after a cargo ship smashed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge. The bodies of two men were found in a red pickup truck submerged in the icy waters of the Patapsco River. Rescuers pulled two workers from the water.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Over 6 million Filipino Catholics join Black Nazarene procession

MANILA, The Philippines: More than six million Filipino Catholic devotees gathered for this year's procession to honor the Black Nazarene, transforming the streets of Manila into a vibrant display of religious devotion. The centuries-old tradition, which pays homage to the black wooden statue of Jesus Christ believed to possess healing powers, drew massive numbers, resuming after a three-year hiatus due to COVI.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Filipino Catholics throng Manila streets to honor Black Nazarene

MANILA, The Philippines: More than six million Filipino Catholic devotees gathered for this year's procession to honor the Black Nazarene, transforming the streets of Manila into a vibrant display of religious devotion. The centuries-old tradition, which pays homage to the black wooden statue of Jesus Christ believed to possess healing powers, drew massive numbers, resuming after a three-year hiatus due to COVI.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 13

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysian authorities launched a search and rescue operation on Tuesday following a plane crash in Selangor state. The aircraft, which crashed around 1:30 p.m. local time, had two on board including its pilot, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia said in a statement. (Malaysia-Aircraft-Crash) - - - - NEW DELHI -- Police Tuesday fired dozens of tear smoke shells and used drones t.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 13

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysian authorities launched a search and rescue operation on Tuesday following a plane crash in Selangor state. The aircraft, which crashed around 1:30 p.m. local time, had two on board including its pilot, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia said in a statement. (Malaysia-Aircraft-Crash) - - - - NEW DELHI -- Police Tuesday fired dozens of tear smoke shells and used drones t.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Solar Philippines, Indonesian partner secure $14 million loan for solar farm

Solar Philippines and its Indonesian partner have secured a $14-million bank loan for the development of a 25-megawatt solar farm in Kubu District, Karangasem Regency, East Bali......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Solar Philippines, Indonesian partner secure $14 million loan for solar farm

Solar Philippines and its Indonesian partner have secured a $14-million bank loan for the development of a 25-megawatt solar farm in Kubu District, Karangasem Regency, East Bali......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Indonesian nabbed for human trafficking

An Indonesian man wanted for human trafficking was arrested in Makati City on Feb. 20, the Bureau of Immigration reported on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Kumong Bol-Anon XIV: Tagacanao knocks out Indonesian foe, earns WBA Asia super flyweight strap

TAGBILARAN CITY, PHILIPPINES — Reymart “Cebuano Assassin” Tagacanao from Carcar City captured the World Boxing Association (WBA) Asia super flyweight title with a sensational sixth-round knockout victory over Indonesian Hamson Lamandau in the co-main event of “Kumong Bol-Anon XIV” on Friday, March 8, at Saulog Gymnasium. Tagacanao, a prized ward of Villamor Boxing Gym, engaged.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

President Marcos congratulates new Indonesian president

President Marcos called presumptive Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto late Thursday to congratulate him and relay his commitment to further enhance Manila’s relations with Jakarta......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Indonesian Vice President to visit New Zealand

Indonesia's Vice President Ma'ruf Amin will visit New Zealand next week, the first here by an Indonesian leader since 2018, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has announced."New Zealand and Indonesia have a strong partnership," Mr Peters says. "The Vice President's visit is an opportunity to discuss how we can strengthen this further, building on 65 years of par.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024