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Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes
Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Charter change could worsen destructive mining impact
By DOMINIC GUTOMAN AND ZYSA MEI ELLORAN Bulatlat.com MANILA – For environmental defenders, the government’s push for charter change (cha-cha) could worsen the already dire impacts of destructive mining corporations on vulnerable communities. The Kalipunan ng Katutubong Mamamayan ng Pilipinas (Katribu) and Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP) held a protest in front of… The post Charter change could worsen destructive mining impact appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Jaishankar calls on Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong, values his perspective on current state of world
Singapore, March 25 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Monday and conveyed the greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Jaishankar valued Lee Hsien Loong's perspectives on the current state of the world. In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, "Honoured to call on Prime Minister @leehsienloongat The Istana. Conveyed the personal greetings of PM @narendramodi. V.....»»
Jaishankar calls on Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong, values his perspective on current state of world
Singapore, March 25 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Monday and conveyed the greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Jaishankar valued Lee Hsien Loong's perspectives on the current state of the world. In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, "Honoured to call on Prime Minister @leehsienloongat The Istana. Conveyed the personal greetings of PM @narendramodi. V.....»»
Rights groups call for a safer environment for children
By DOMINIC GUTOMAN Bulatlat.com MANILA – Half a million Filipino children were trafficked for the production of new child sexual exploitation material in 2022, according to rights groups. Over the past 15 years, online child sexual abuse material surged by 15,000 percent, according to non-profit organization Thorn: Digital Defenders of Children. Women’s group Gabriela attributed… The post Rights groups call for a safer environment for children appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Samal residents rally vs power woes
Electricity consumers in the Island Garden City of Samal in Davao del Norte province joined an interfaith prayer rally over the weekend to protest the continued power woes in their area......»»
Calls for probe, shutdown of mining firm grow after Davao de Oro landslide
'Apex Mining and other mining companies in Mindanao have clearly endangered the lives of hundreds,' says activist Jon Bonifacio of the Kalikasan People's Network for the Environment.....»»
Geopolitics, rate cut delays could spoil IPO rebound in 2024
Geopolitical tensions and interest rate cut delays could play the spoiler’s role in initial public offerings (IPO) staging a major comeback in the local bourse this year......»»
Delays in road works causing traffic congestion in Davao
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 10 March) – Vehicle owners in the city had been airing complaints that delays in road works being done by the Department of Public Works and Highways – Davao Region (DPWH-Davao) have been causing traffic congestion. Manny de Mesa, a logistics truck driver, told MindaNews it is “very time-consuming” to enter […].....»»
Crash causing delays, SH1, Hautapu Bridge, Taihape
Motorists are advised to expect delays following a crash on SH 1, Hautapu Bridge, Taihape.The crash was reported to Police at 11.00am.No injuries have been reported in relation to the crash.One lane is blocked and we ask motorists to delay travel or take an alternative route while the scene is cleared.ENDSIssued by the Police Media Centre Source: NZ Po.....»»
Delays expected after crash on State Highway 1 near Ruakaka
The single vehicle crash, reported to Police at around 4.28pm, has closed the SH1 roundabout to Port Marsden Highway and Sandford Road.Thankfully, no one has been seriously injured in the crash.Diversions are being put in place and motorists are advised to expect delays, and to avoid the area if possible.ENDS Source: New Zealand Police.....»»
Striking drivers, operators face financial woes
For single-unit operators like Chel Mallonga, 45, the impact of the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) would be drastic. Once consolidation pushes through, single-unit operators will no longer be granted franchises. The post Striking drivers, operators face financial woes appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Natural farming ‘solution’ to woes of farmers hit hard by extreme weather
Natural farming ‘solution’ to woes of farmers hit hard by extreme weather.....»»
Natural farming ‘solution’ to woes of farmers hit hard by extreme weather
Natural farming ‘solution’ to woes of farmers hit hard by extreme weather.....»»
Marcos Jr. wants holistic plan to solve Metro Manila traffic woes
With traffic gridlocks costing the economy billions of pesos, President Marcos has called for a “comprehensive” solution to the country’s traffic woes and has directed agencies to come up with work adjustment plans, National Economic and Development Authority Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said yesterday......»»
Apex Mining must be held accountable, says Lumad group
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 13 February)—An indigenous group has condemned Apex Mining Company for their apparent neglect of their workers and demanded that the firm be held accountable for the casualties during the February 6 landslide in Masara. “Why did Apex Mining company continue its 24-hour mining operations, using three shifts of workers, during the […].....»»
Concerns conveyed to China over cyber activity
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has confirmed New Zealand's concerns about cyber activity have been conveyed directly to the Chinese Government. "The Prime Minister and Minister Collins have expressed concerns today about malicious cyber activity, attributed to groups sponsored by the Chinese Government, targeting democratic institutions in both New Zealand and the United Ki.....»»
China says Philippines ignored South China Sea proposal as tensions rise - BBC.com
China says Philippines ignored South China Sea proposal as tensions rise BBC.com.....»»
Chinese Diplomat Liu Jianchao Meets With Singapore s Leaders
singapore - Liu Jianchao, the senior diplomat widely expected to become China's next foreign minister, said "the world needs connectivity, not decoupling," during a four-day visit to Singapore.Liu, who heads the international department of the Communist Party, was in the city-state to meet with Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and the country's incoming leader, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.During a s.....»»
PM s Prizes for Space to showcase sector s talent
The Government is recognising the innovative and rising talent in New Zealand's growing space sector, with the Prime Minister and Space Minister Judith Collins announcing the new Prime Minister's Prizes for Space today."New Zealand has a growing reputation as a high-value partner for space missions and research. I am excited to announce these prizes which will help foster talent, which plays an important role in.....»»