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Ex K-pop star Jung Joon Young released after 5-year rape, spycam sentence
Jung was found guilty of rape on two occasions in 2016 and of filming himself having intercourse with other women without their knowledge and sharing the footage without their consent......»»
Students to PBBM: Focus on inflation, education, public transport
Mau Manuel, a Gen-Z college student, asked what he wanted to hear from the second State of the Nation Address of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. today, said the government should focus on inflation, which is hurting a lot of Filipinos. “Siguro, iyong i-prioritize talaga 'yung inflation ng prices, kasi 'yun talaga ang currently natin na nararamdaman,” the 21-year-old college student told the Daily Tribune. In June, inflation was at 6.7 percent, a decrease from May's 7.4 percent. Manuel added that it is better for Marcos Jr. to prioritize first the country’s issues rather than his foreign trips. “I think mag focus na lamang siya sa bansa,” he said. “Kasi laging pangako siya ng pangako na may purpose 'yung travel yet wala naman akong naririnig na bumabalik (He always makes promises about the purpose of his travel but we don't seem to be gaining anything from it.)” Marcos Jr. had a total of 11 foreign trips since he started his six-year term last 30 June 2022, and is scheduled to go to Malaysia on 25 July. Education problems Meanwhile, some student-leaders urged the administration to address the root cause of problems in the education sector. “Bilang isang mag-aaral, nakakadismaya na ang edukasyon ay nagiging pribelehiyo na" (As a student, I am dismayed that education has become a privilege), said Marie Nerona, a 20-year-old college student, adding that the inaccessibility to free and quality education compromises the future of marginalized children in the country. “Karapatan natin ito, ngunit ang kakulangan sa pagtalakay ng isyu sa pagdaan ng panahon ay nagiging hadlang upang magkaroon o makamit ang kalidad na edukasyon para sa lahat” (We have a right to education, but the lack of discussion on the issue prevents us from achieving quality education for all), she stressed. With myriad problems bedeviling the educational system like the controversy over ROTC (in 2022, Marcos Jr. included the return of the mandatory ROTC in his legislative agenda), lack of resources in public schools and tuition increases, the Nerona said she is looking forward to how the President will address education in his speech. Transport challenges A student-commuter also voiced out his concerns over the country's transport system, an urgent problem that he said the President should address on his second year in office. Ashley Cruz, a college student who commutes going to school, cited the two main problems in the country’s transport system -- the phaseout of traditional jeepneys and the daily traffic. “Hindi naman urgent ang pagbabago ng jeep dahil marami pa rin namang sumasakay sa nakagisnang jeep” (The jeepney mordernization program is not urgent since many still ride the traditional jeepneys), the 21-year-old college student told the Daily Tribune. Last March, transport sector groups held a week-long strike against the move to phase out traditional jeepneys. Cruz also proposed that public utility vehicles, often blamed for traffic in major roads, should be given their own dedicated lane. In order for these problems to be solved, the government should conduct surveys among Filipino commuters and not only base their decisions on government agencies’ suggestions, said Cruz. “Dapat pakinggan nila ang kanilang pinag seserbisyuhan" (They should listen to the public they serve), she added. The post Students to PBBM: Focus on inflation, education, public transport appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
LRT-2, MRT-3 to give free rides to Filipino seafarers on June 25
Filipino seafarers could save up on train commutes this Sunday in celebration of the "Day of the Filipino Seafarer" — this just days after the Department of Transportation announced an upcoming fare hike for the two Light Rail Transit (LRT) systems. .....»»
beep powers QR payment in LRT1, enhancing commuting experience
AF Payments, Inc., the operator of the beep card, is pleased to announce the successful launch of Maya’s and Light Rail Manila Corporation’s (LRMC) QR payment system in LRT1. This new and convenient payment option—which is enabled by beep’s technology—was warmly received by train commuters, who can now effortlessly purchase QR codes through their smartphones. “The overwhelming adoption of QR since the service’s launch demonstrates commuters’ willingness to embrace more diverse payment options that facilitate faster and more convenient commutes. Alongside the tap-in and tap-out functionality of beep cards, QR offers an excellent alternative to Single Journey Ticket users, allowing them to skip the lines and enjoy faster travel times. The core mission of AF Payments, Inc. is to provide commuters with convenient, fast, and secure payment solutions, transforming daily commuting into a more efficient, productive, and pleasant experience for everyone,” says JJ Moreno, the president & CEO of AF Payments, Inc. Making payments via QR is made incredibly simple by following these steps: 1. Open your Maya app and navigate to the Services section. 2. Select the LRT-1 tile under the Lifestyle category. 3. Choose your desired route (Northbound or Southbound) and set both the origin and destination. 4. Click on Pay Now. Your QR ticket will be instantly generated. 5. Scan your QR ticket using the turnstile QR scanners at LRT1 stations. LRT1 QR tickets, which will be valid for 24 hours, may be conveniently purchased through the Maya and LRMC’s ikotMNL apps, and eventually through the beep app. The LRT1 trains cater to passengers from Monumento to Baclaran. “Fast lane” turnstiles with QR readers are located in all LRT1 stops, including Balintawak and Roosevelt stations along EDSA. “AF Payments remains committed to providing innovative enabling technologies to projects that enhance the commuting experience of Filipinos. We strongly believe that Filipino commuters deserve nothing less than the best and latest micropayment solutions that cater to their evolving needs,” Mr. Moreno added. The recently launched QR ticketing setup at LRT1 was based primarily on the QR Code Application for Transport (QCAT) format, an open-source set of specifications and documents published by AFPI that defines a QR code-based ticketing system applied to different modes of transportation. QCAT defines the structure and format of the QR Code payload of a ticket. The QR ticket is generated and issued through a mobile-based application and is then scanned and validated as trip fare media or ticket. A backend repository captures these QR ticket transactions and are processed, cleared, and settled based on agreed business rules between the QR ticket issuer, acceptor, and transport operator. Before its introduction in the rail sector, QCAT was successfully applied in both bus transport (with the BGC Bus network in Taguig) and inter-island ferry terminals (with Topline Express Ferry in Cebu). These two transport use cases replaced the manually validated paper ticketing process to ensure quicker validation and a hassle-free commuting experience. With QR ticketing based on the QCAT format, passengers are given another cashless option for a fast, seamless, hassle-free, and convenient commuting experience. The post beep powers QR payment in LRT1, enhancing commuting experience appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
MVP Group ramps up paperless payments, contactless commutes in pandemic
MVP Group of Companies accelerates paperless transactions and contactless journeys in its various businesses in a bid to keep people safe during the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Trump commutes prison sentence of ally Roger Stone: W. House
Washington, United States | President Donald Trump on Friday commuted the prison sentence of his longtime ally Roger Stone, shielding the veteran Republican operative from 40 months behind bars......»»