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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......»»
PVL clarifies eligibility of Jaja Santiago, Jia De Guzman after overseas stints
The Premier Volleyball League (PVL) clarified the eligibility of former players Jaja Santiago and Jia Morado-De Guzman as they recently ended their respective stints in the Japan V. League......»»
Undefeated Creamline, Cignal share early top spot in PVL All-Filipino tilt
Dominant PVL squads Creamline and Cignal stretch out their rotations in respective sweeps of winless Galeries Tower and Nxled to share the No. 1 spot in the 2024 All-Filipino Conference.....»»
Queens of the sands: PVL MVP Sisi Rondina praises Brooke Van Sickle after 5-set war
Beach volleyball standouts-turned-indoor court stars Sisi Rondina and Brooke Van Sickle go toe-to-toe in the first of likely many must-see clashes between PVL contenders Choco Mucho and Petro Gazz.....»»
Harsh welcome: Petro Gazz, Chery Tiggo school PVL newcomers Strong Group, Capital1
PVL veteran squads Petro Gazz and Chery Tiggo show no letup to start the 2024 All-Filipino Conference, respectively drubbing league debutants Strong Group and Capital1 in dominant sweeps.....»»
CATCH UP: Recapping PVL teams’ player moves after wild 2023 offseason
Keep track here of all major player movements in the PVL, including the arrival of two new teams, ahead of a landmark 2024 season and a new All-Filipino Conference.....»»
MVPs, more standouts boost PLDT High Speed Hitters for ‘strongest’ PVL lineup yet
Offense, defense and strategy all covered as the likes of Kim Kianna Dy, Majoy Baron, Kim Fajardo, Savannah Davison, and newly hailed skipper Kath Arado aim to win first PVL title......»»
PVL launches All-Filipino Conference
PVL launches All-Filipino Conference.....»»
Heart at center of Capital1 s arsenal for PVL campaign, says Gorayeb
He may not have the luxury of a long and careful preparation, but Roger Gorayeb is banking heavily on his players’ big fighting heart in their bid to pull off some surprises in the PVL All-Filipino Conference......»»
Choco Mucho’s Madayag says PVL now more competitive after player movements
The busy offseason in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) is beneficial for everyone, Choco Mucho star Maddie Madayag said, as it would heighten the competition in the volleyball tourney......»»
PVL or Spikers’ Turf? Rebisco managers hint third team coming
The Rebisco company – owner of uber-popular PVL teams Creamline and Choco Mucho – hint at a third team coming soon, albeit without clues on which league.....»»
New PVL team Capital1 schedules tryouts
Capital1 Solar Energy, determined to make heads turn in the coming Premier Volleyball League (PVL), will hold a two-day tryout at the San Sebastian College-Recoletos gym starting Wednesday......»»
Kim Dy expects playful ‘swagger’ as former F2 Logistics teammates clash in PVL
Expect staredowns in the upcoming PVL season as former members of the F2 Logistics Cargo Movers go up against each other.....»»
Royse Tubino joins Choco Mucho, boosts team bid for breakthrough PVL title
Choco Mucho adds veteran outside hitter Royse Tubino as it continues its roster revamp ahead of the 2024 PVL season.....»»
Strong Group enters PVL
There’s a new twist in the PVL’s sibling rivalries......»»
BCPO eyes task force to solve bizman s slay
BCPO eyes task force to solve bizman s slay.....»»
US admiral alleges China gaining territorial space through force
SYDNEY, Australia: This week, Admiral John Aquilino, Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, said China is trying to gain territorial space through force through its actions in the South China Sea, which are destabilizing the region. A series of recent maritime run-ins between the Philippines and China have involved water cannons and heated verbal exchanges. In an address to the Lowy Institute think t.....»»
Task force to public: Continue water conservation
As the water level in major dams can drop further during the dry months, the Task Force El Niño is urging the public to continue conserving water to avert a possible water crisis, especially in Metro Manila......»»
Philippines, US air forces back together for Cope Thunder
The Philippine Air Force and the US Pacific Air Force are set to embark on joint exercises – involving their advanced fighter jets – from April 8 to 19 for this year’s iteration of Cope Thunder, an annual air defense and offense training event to be held in Luzon......»»
Jr. Altas force winner-take-all vs Squires All heart.
That was how University of Perpetual Help coach Johp Cleopas described the Jr. Altas’ gut-wrenching 91-90 victory over Letran yesterday to force a rubber match in the NCAA Season 99 juniors basketball tournament at the packed Filoil EcoOil Arena yesterday......»»