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Revisiting Uniteam (Last of 2 parts)
THE Uniteam coalition of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, described by many political analysts as the "dream team", had come a long way since sweeping the 2022 elections......»»
VP Sara ‘di na pinarusahan ang viral teacher na nanigaw ng mga estudyante
AYON kay Vice President at Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sara Duterte, hindi niya paparusahan ang guro na nanigaw at nakapagbitaw ng hindi magandang salita sa mga estudyante. “Nakita ko yung explanation niya and then, sinabihan ko ang regional office natin na there will be no penalties for the teacher,” sey ni VP Sara sa.....»»
No sanctions for teacher scolding pupils — VP Sara
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President and Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd) Sara Duterte announced on Thursday that the teacher who was seen in a viral video scolding her class will not face any penalties. According to Duterte, she just wants to remind the teacher that when she is angry, she has to pause.....»»
Aegis to rock Solaire for Christmas Bonus concert
Original Pilipino Music (OPM) band Aegis is set to conquer the big stage with a Christmas-themed concert happening in Theatre at Solaire on December 20......»»
Basketfuls of holiday promos
On its 65th year, SM Markets has unveiled a month-long series of treats to make shopping much more rewarding for all. Take advantage of the incredible offers and promotions and experience the best of shopping during this special anniversary month. SM Markets announced a month-long celebration with a series of 65th-anniversary promotions. [caption id="attachment_192206" align="aligncenter" width="525"] TRADITIONAL Christmas hamper.[/caption] From pantry staples to delightful treats, discover a wide range of food choices that SM Markets curated at incredible value. Priced at P65, for example, are the popular SM turon at three pieces and a dozen SM Bonus eggs. Exclusive anniversary P65 bundles are on offer by food tenants and grocery brands. [caption id="attachment_192208" align="aligncenter" width="525"] FRONTERA wine[/caption] [caption id="attachment_192209" align="aligncenter" width="525"] CHARCUTERIE board[/caption] Customers can enjoy a substantial discount of up to 65 percent on some of their favorite products. A perfect pre-Christmas gift to customers is a discount of P65 off if they purchase two SM Bonus Christmas baskets worth P599. In addition to in-store promotions, explore a wide array of deals and discounts online at smmarkets.ph. This includes P65 price point, P65 off and free delivery. The promos are exclusive to SM Advantage card members. An exciting offer awaits BDO credit cardholders on all weekends of the anniversary month. For a minimum purchase of P3,000, BDO credit cardholders will receive an extra 100 points. Great for party raffle prizes and perfect for spreading festive cheer is the Christmas basket at P399. Each beautifully wrapped and packaged basket of sweet treats, gourmet delights, or a combination is a hassle-free present. Ideal as gifts and giveaways are small appliances. SM Markets is adding more value with buy 3-plus-1 promo on small appliances. Beginning 1 November, don’t miss the “buy one get one free” offer on small appliances. The post Basketfuls of holiday promos appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bong Go hails barangay health workers as community heroes
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go expressed his appreciation and support for the crucial role of barangay health workers (BHWs) in every community and reaffirmed his commitment to promoting their welfare, in a ceremony held on 11 August in Catbalogan City, Samar, In his address, Go acknowledged the vital contributions of BHWs, stating, "Sa panahon ng pandemya, kayo po ang ating mga bayani sa bawat komunidad. Sa inyong sakripisyo at walang kapagurang serbisyo, inalagaan ninyo ang ating mga kababayan. Salamat po sa inyong sakripisyo." The senator further recognized the relentless support BHWs have provided to all sectors of the community, from the elderly to children, especially in remote areas lacking medical professionals. "Nagpupugay ako sa inyong walang sawang pagtulong sa ating mga kababayan — matatanda man o bata — at sa inyong serbisyo sa mga malalayong lugar kung saan kapos sa mga doktor," he added. Emphasizing his dedication to the welfare of the BHWs, Go mentioned that he has filed Senate Bill No. 427, the Barangay Health Workers Compensation Act, to ensure proper compensation and benefits for community health workers. "Ang layunin ng batas na ito ay hindi lamang magbigay ng monthly honorarium na P3,000, kundi pati na rin ang mga allowances, privileges, Christmas bonus, annual training, at iba pa kung maisabatas ito," said the senator. He also mentioned previous efforts to provide Health Emergency Allowance for medical front liners during the pandemic, urging the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to revisit and release those who have not yet received it. "Nauna na nating isinulong na magkaroon kayo ng Health Emergency Allowance noong pandemya at patuloy pa rin ang panawagan ko sa DOH at DBM na balikan at bayaran ang mga hindi pa nakakatanggap nito," he declared. The event celebrated the oath-taking of 2,000 BHWs, a significant step for Samar's healthcare system. Go and his team then proceeded to assist the BHWs as they distributed food packs, vitamins, masks, and snacks. Select recipients also received shirts, a bicycle, a cellphone, a watch, and shoes, as well as balls for basketball and volleyball. The BHW Partylist, represented by Cong. Angelica Natasha Co, initiated a distribution of financial assistance to qualified BHWs through the Department of Social Welfare and Development's Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation program. Meanwhile, the provincial government of Samar led by Governor Sharee Ann Tan also provided blood pressure monitors for the BHWs. "Hindi ko po makakalimutan ang inyong ginawa sa panahon ng krisis, at hangad ko na pagtuunan pa ng pansin ang inyong kapakanan. Muli, maraming salamat sa inyong sakripisyo at dedikasyon. Mabuhay po kayong lahat!" he said. Go then reiterated the importance of investing in the health sector, especially in areas where access to healthcare is limited. This is why he likewise encouraged the residents to seek medical assistance from the Malasakit Center located at Samar Provincial Hospital in Catbalogan City, which he visited that day to aid patients and front liners. A brainchild of Go, the Malasakit Centers program was institutionalized under Republic Act No. 11463, which he principally authored and sponsored. The program helps ensure that particularly poor and indigent patients can more conveniently get medical assistance from the government. There are now 158 Malasakit Centers throughout the country, which have already served seven million Filipinos, according to the DOH. Go also sponsored the law mandating the establishment of the Samar Island Medical Center in Calbayog City. Go then acknowledged the efforts of local officials and agencies for their service to the people, including Governor Sharee Ann Tan, Cong. Angelica Natasha Co, and Major General Camilo Ligayo of the 8th Infantry Division, among others. In the past years, Go, who is Vice Chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, also extended his support to the rehabilitation of farm-to-market roads in Basey, Marabut, Talalora, and Tarangnan; construction of farm-to-market roads in Pinabacdao; construction of public market in San Jorge, Talalora and Tarangnan; construction of a multipurpose building in Catbalogan City; construction of evacuation centers in Sta. Margarita and Zumarraga; construction of a seawall in Sto. Niño; and acquisition of a dump truck in Jiabong to create more economic opportunities and help improve living conditions in the province. On the same day, Go also led the inauguration and ribbon-cutting of the Tandaya multipurpose hall in the provincial capitol compound which he was instrumental in ensuring funding for during the Duterte administration. He also attended the Tandaya Festival as the guest of honor. Lastly, he also inspected the construction of a building that will serve as a new city hall for Catbalogan which was funded through Go’s efforts. Other projects that Go supported were also inspected that day, particularly the construction of a new Sports Complex and the Lagundi-San Andres Access Road. The post Bong Go hails barangay health workers as community heroes appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
13th month pay
Dear Atty. Kathy, I checked the compensation and benefits policy of our new company, X, and I noticed that X does not have any provision for 13th Month Pay for its rank-and-file employees. X only has a provision for a Christmas Bonus equivalent to one and a half (1.5) months basic salary for all employees, not just rank-and-file employees, which is scheduled to be released on the last working day of November every year. When I clarified with HR, I was told that the Christmas Bonus is already the 13th Month Pay. However, shouldn’t X be required to pay the 13th Month Pay, which is a mandatory benefit? Jesse **** Dear Jesse, Presidential Decree No. 851 — REQUIRING ALL EMPLOYERS TO PAY THEIR EMPLOYEES A 13TH-MONTH PAY, provides that employers already paying their employees a 13th-month pay or its equivalent are not covered by the Decree (Section 2). Further, the Rules and Regulations Implementing PD No. 851 provides that the Decree shall apply to all employers except to employers already paying their employees 13-month pay or more in a calendar year or its equivalent at the time of said issuance (where the term “its equivalent” shall include Christmas bonus, mid-year bonus, profit-sharing payments and other cash bonuses amounting to not less than 1/12th of the basic salary) (Section 3). In accordance with the above provisions, and based solely on your narration, your Company does not have to pay employees any additional 13th Month Pay, since your Company has already complied with the required 13th Month Pay, by way of the Christmas Bonus, which is even more than the required amount of the 13th Month Pay, and is given well in advance of the last day of payment of the 13th Month Pay on December 24, which is more favorable to the employee. However, while no longer required under the circumstances, X still has an option to provide employees the 13th Month Pay, in addition to the Christmas Bonus being given. Atty. Kathy Larios The post 13th month pay appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Kuya Bong bats for improved BHW compensations
Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go has renewed his call to prioritize and elevate the status of Barangay Health Workers during a public hearing conducted by the Health Subcommittee on the Magna Carta of Barangay Health Workers. The lawmaker who also chairs the Senate Committee on Health stressed the critical need to harmonize benefits for barangay personnel to align with the principles of the Local Government Code. The code delegates the provision of essential services, including health and social welfare, to local government units and, by extension, to the barangay level. He also underlined the vital role of BHWs in driving the primary health care approach towards health empowerment as he acknowledged the BHWs’ sacrifices, especially during the pandemic, and underscored their continued service to both the elderly and youth in the community. Go also highlighted the BHWs’ indispensable role in providing health services in remote areas where doctors are either scarce or unavailable and to recognize this, the senator filed Senate Bill 427, also known as the Barangay Health Workers Compensation Act, which if enacted, will offer a monthly honorarium of P3,000 for BHWs. Once passed, the bill would ensure that BHWs will be entitled to allowances, benefits, privileges, security of tenure, Christmas bonus, annual training and skills upgrading, and civil service eligibility. The proposed measure will also entitle BHWs to the Government Service Insurance System, Philippine Health Insurance Corporation and Pag-IBIG Fund benefits as it reinforces the benefits and privileges under Republic Act 7883, or “The Barangay Health Workers’ Benefits and Incentives Act of 1995,” which includes free legal services and preferential access to loans. Go also pointed out the necessity for continuous improvements in compensation for health workers. “It is an indisputable fact that many have been working long hours, often without adequate protection and compensation. Hence, there is still more to be done to ensure that our health workers are properly compensated and protected,” Go said. He also urged relevant government departments, particularly the Department of Health and the Department of Budget and Management to ensure that the rights and benefits of BHWs are protected and fulfilled, especially after the lifting of the state of public health emergency due to Covid-19. The post Kuya Bong bats for improved BHW compensations appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bong Go bats for improved compensation, benefits for BHWs
During a public hearing conducted by the Health Subcommittee on the Magna Carta of Barangay Health Workers, and joint with the Committees on Local Government, Ways and Means, and Finance on 7 August, Senator Christopher “Bong” Go reiterated the importance of prioritizing and elevating the status of Barangay Health Workers (BHWs). Go stressed the critical need to harmonize benefits for barangay personnel to align with the principles of the Local Government Code. The code delegates the provision of essential services, including health and social welfare, to local government units and, by extension, to the barangay level. He also underlined the vital role of BHWs in driving the primary healthcare approach towards health empowerment. "Naiintindihan ko po ang inyong trabaho. Sa kakaikot ko sa buong Pilipinas, sa kaka-inaugurate namin ng mga Super Health Centers (SHCs), groundbreaking ng SHCs, nandiyan talaga ‘yung mga BHW. Talagang kayo po ang nagsasakripisyo,” Go said. He went on to acknowledge the BHWs' sacrifices, especially during the pandemic, and underscored their continued service to both the elderly and youth in the community. "Salamat po sa inyong sakripisyo. Maging matanda, o maging bata, kita ninyo, nagtatrabaho pa rin sila. Dapat po'y bigyan sila ng kompensasyon. Makikita ninyo sa lahat, sa buong Pilipinas, na willing po sila magtrabaho. Tulungan po natin sila,” he added. Go also highlighted the BHWs' indispensable role in providing health services in remote areas where doctors are either scarce or unavailable. “Ang ating mga barangay health workers ang nagsisilbing frontliners lalung-lalo na po sa malalayong lugar. Sila po ang nag-aasikaso. Sila po ang tumutulong sa paggamot ng ating mga kababayan, lalung lalo na sa mga komunidad na walang doktor,” he said. To recognize this, Go filed Senate Bill No. 427, also known as the Barangay Health Workers Compensation Act, which if enacted, will offer a monthly honorarium of P3,000 for BHWs. Once passed, the bill would ensure that BHWs will be entitled to allowances, benefits, privileges, security of tenure, Christmas bonus, annual training and skills upgrading, and civil service eligibility. The post Bong Go bats for improved compensation, benefits for BHWs appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
More yearend bonus pushed for elderly
Just a week before Christmas, a neophyte administration lawmaker filed a bill in the House of Representatives that seeks to grant an additional yearend bonus for indigent Filipino senior citizens......»»
Start your 2023 Savings Journey with Maya; Get up to 6% Interest P.A.
Now is the best time to save your Christmas bonus and kickstart your 2023 ipon goals as Maya continues to give up to a 6% interest rate p.a. on your savings account. Maya already offers a high-interest rate of 4.5% p.a., with earnings credited daily. It’s easy to boost this to 6% on your first […].....»»
Cordova mayor : P1,000 Christmas cash bonus for each of town’s senior citizen
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Philippines — Senior Citizens in Cordova received their Christmas cash bonus from the town on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022. Cordova Mayor Cesar “Didoy” Suan led the distribution of the Christmas cash bonus to all registered senior citizens in different barangays. He was accompanied by Vice Mayor Victor “Boyet” Tago and some Sangguniang Bayan […] The post Cordova mayor : P1,000 Christmas cash bonus for each of town’s senior citizen appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Public school teachers, non teaching personnel of Mandaue to get P10,000 bonus – city dad
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — All public school teachers and non-teaching personnel of the Department of Education in Mandaue City (DepEd-Mandaue City) will receive a P10,000 financial assistance from the city government before Christmas. City Councilor Malcolm Sanchez, chairman of the Committee on Education, said that they decided with the local school board that the bonus […] The post Public school teachers, non teaching personnel of Mandaue to get P10,000 bonus – city dad appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Rama to give Christmas bonus to JO city hall employees
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama said job order employees of the city hall will be given a Christmas “bonus.” Rama made the pronouncement during the commemoration program for the 159th birth anniversary of Andres Bonifacio at Plaza Independencia on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. READ: VM Garcia: Bonifacio, an inspiration towards self improvement […] The post Rama to give Christmas bonus to JO city hall employees appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
PSC grants bonus for Para medalists
Christmas will come early for Filipino athletes and coaches who brought home medals from the 11th ASEAN Para Games in Solo, Indonesia last August as they stand to receive cash incentives worth around P12 million from the Philippine Sports Commission......»»
Rama assures city hall employees of Christmas bonus, due process in job renewal
CEBU CITY, Philippines — While Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama announced, on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, that regular and casual employees of city hall would receive a Christmas bonus, he also urged city hall employees not to overreact on speculations that the city government would not renew job contracts of thousands of casual and job […] The post Rama assures city hall employees of Christmas bonus, due process in job renewal appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
GoDaddy apologizes for fake Christmas bonus email test
Washington, United States (AFP) United States (US) web company GoDaddy has apologized after an email that promised employees a Christmas bonus in the midst of the economic crisis turned out to be a computer security test. “GoDaddy takes the security of our platform extremely seriously. We understand some employees were upset by the phishing attempt […] The post GoDaddy apologizes for fake Christmas bonus email test appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
No Christmas bonus for Lapu gov’t employees this year
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Philippines — Lapu-Lapu City Hall employees will not be receiving their Christmas bonus this year. This was announced by Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan today, November 3, 2020. “Kabaw gyud ta nga kapos ta sa kwarta. Daghan pata’g kagamitan, nga magamit nato sa mas importante pa sa atong panglawas karon sa atong […] The post No Christmas bonus for Lapu gov’t employees this year appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
GSIS cash gift benefits pensioners
State-run Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will start to release a total of P3.3 billion as Christmas cash gift to some 330,496 old-age and disability pensioners starting 1 December.“Every year, our pensioners look forward to receiving the cash gift which they call their Christmas bonus. Thus, we made sure that the cash gift will be […] The post GSIS cash gift benefits pensioners appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
1.5 million government employees to start getting Christmas bonus
The 1.5 million government workers will be receiving their Christmas bonus equivalent to a month’s salary plus a P5,000 cash gift starting this week, a senior administration lawmaker disclosed yesterday......»»