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Boxing trainer Domingo is confident Jerusalem will upset Shigeoka
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Veteran boxing trainer, Michael Domingo of ZIP Sanman Boxing Team, is confident that his prized ward Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem will make a repeat of the latter’s January 2023 world title victory in Japan. The Cebu-based Jerusalem will face the defending World Boxing Council (WBC) world minimumweight champion, Yudai Shigeoka, in Nagoya,.....»»
One more city in Philippines declares pertussis outbreak
MANILA, March 25 (Xinhua) -- The government of Iloilo, a city in central Philippines, on Monday declared an outbreak of pertussis after it confirmed seven out of 15 reported cases, the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said. Iloilo is the third city to declare an outbreak of pertussis, or whopping cough, after Quezon and Pasig, two cities in the capital region, announced last week that they hav.....»»
Davao Media-Citizen Council elects officers
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 24 March) – The Davao Media-Citizen Council (DMCC) on Saturday elected its officers from representatives of various fields — media, business, law and academe. MindaNews’ Special Reports Editor Carolyn O. Arguillas was elected chair while Antonio Peralta representing the business sector was elected vice chair. Peralta chairs the Southern Mindanao Business […].....»»
Davao City Council moves hearing on traffic-causing road construction works
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews – 26 March) – The Davao City Council rescheduled to Tuesday, April 2, the second hearing on the suspended road construction works in the locality after key officials from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) – Davao region failed to show up Friday. The DPWH-Davao key officials are reportedly in […].....»»
One more city in Philippines declares pertussis outbreak
MANILA, March 25 (Xinhua) -- The government of Iloilo, a city in central Philippines, on Monday declared an outbreak of pertussis after it confirmed seven out of 15 reported cases, the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said. Iloilo is the third city to declare an outbreak of pertussis, or whopping cough, after Quezon and Pasig, two cities in the capital region, announced last week that they hav.....»»
Rama: No need to rush RPT revision
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama said revising the Real Property Tax (RPT) wasn’t yet necessary, showing a sudden change in his position. At first, Rama said the RPT revision had to be done this month. Later, he told the council that imposing the RPT suddenly wasn’t necessary, showing a change in.....»»
Gealon: Probe companies with colorum vehicles
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A citywide crackdown is being implemented against colorum vehicles or illegally operating public utility vehicles (PUVs). This after Cebu City Councilor Rey Gealon’s proposed a resolution was approved during the council’s regular session on March 20, requesting the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to conduct operations against colorum trucks operating in the.....»»
Mga bagong opisyal ng SPEEd nanumpa kay Mayor Joy Belmonte
PORMAL nang nanumpa sa kanilang tungkulin ang mga bagong-halal na opisyal at miyembro ng Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) kahapon, Marso 21. Ito’y pinangunahan ng bagong Pangulo ng grupo na si Salve Asis, entertainment editor ng Pilipino Star Ngayon at Pang Masa. Nagsilbing inducting officer sa oath-taking ceremony ng SPEEd si Quezon City Mayor.....»»
Minglanilla’s ‘6th man’ crucial for Gullas Cup finals— Velez
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Jesus “Boyet” Velez, the head coach of Abante Minglanilla, admitted that their sixth man, their home crowd, would be a massive factor for the winner-take-all Game 3 of the Rhea Gullas Cup First District of Cebu Inter-City/Municipality Basketball Tournament Best-of-Three finals on Saturday, March 23, at the Minglanilla Sports Complex. Talisay Aksyon.....»»
Stray cat critical after head struck by arrow
A STRAY cat in Davao City sustained a "life-threatening" injury after its head was struck by an arrow......»»
DBM declares Cagayan’s 2023 budget inoperative
BAGUIO CITY — Local officials of the provincial government of Cagayan disclosed that the Department of Budget and Management has suspended the province’s programs and projects after it deemed the provincial government’s budget inoperative in its entirety. Cagayan Provincial Board Member Rodrigo de Asis said that the DBM declared inoperative the 2023 Annual Budget of Cagayan after the Sangguniang Panlalawigan cut a large chunk of it this year, adding that the DBM has seen violations committed by the Sangguniang Panlalawigan. He added that the Sangguniang Panlalawigan slashed Cagayan’s budget with P21 million from the 20 percent development fund of Cagayan contrary to the provisions of the Local Government code. The post DBM declares Cagayan’s 2023 budget inoperative appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
‘Intimate Audrey:’ An up-close and personal look at a Hollywood and fashion icon
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos led the ribbon cutting ceremony on 31 July to formally open the first Asian stop of Intimate Audrey, the bespoke exhibition on the life of the late Hollywood and fashion icon Audrey Hepburn that was created by her son Sean Hepburn Ferrer. Ferrer himself attended the ceremony, with his daughter Emma in tow, held at The Museum at S Maison, located at the Mall of Asia complex in Pasay City, where the exhibition will run until 29 October 2023. The exhibition was brought to the Philippines through the partnership of FashX, a fashion trade and licensing company, and SM Supermalls, as represented at the opening by Hans Sy and Teresita Sy-Coson. [caption id="attachment_169574" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Hans Sy, chairman of the executive committee of SM Prime.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_169575" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos with SM Investments Corporation vice chairperson Teresita Sy-Coson.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_169573" align="aligncenter" width="730"] Irene Marcos-Araneta, Joanne De Asis-Benitez and Anna Sobrepeña. | Photographs Courtesy of Sm Supermalls[/caption] Intimate Audrey is the third exhibition Ferrer has created for his mother in the last 30 years. It first opened on 4 May 2019 in time for Hepburn’s 90th birth anniversary and held in her birthplace in Brussels, the capital city of Belgium. It then made a stop in what she considered her home country, Netherlands, specifically in its capital, Amsterdam, where she spent much of her youth during the war years. The exhibition features over 800 photographs, memorabilia, fashion items, drawings, writings, movie posters and trophies that were thoughtfully curated and laid out around the 730-square meter space at The Museum at S Maison. There are also videos playing in strategic spots to highlight specific chapters in her life and at the screening room to show clips from her timeless movies Roman Holiday, Sabrina, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, to name a few. At the end of the exhibition — which covers Hepburn’s life from childhood to ballet training to conquering Hollywood, getting married, becoming a mother and finally doing humanitarian work as UNICEF ambassador — there’s a fashion tribute put up especially for the Manila stop. Titled Audrey: An Homage from Filipino Fashion, this section highlights the works of celebrated Filipino designers who got inspiration from Hepburn’s films and documentaries on her life. The participating designers include Pepito Albert, Ivar Aseron, Vic Barba, Mike Dela Rosa, JC Buendia, Len Cabili, Auggie Cordero, Rhett Eala, Jun Escario, Ben Farrales, Cesar Gaupo, Rajo Laurel, Jojie Lloren, Dennis Lustico, Randy Ortiz, Frederick Peralta, Puey Quiñones, Patrice Ramos-Diaz, Philip Rodriguez, Cary Santiago and National Artists Salvacion Lim-Higgins and Ramon Valera. Tickets to Intimate Audrey are available online via SM Tickets and at all SM Tickets offline locations, such as SM Department Stores and SM Cinemas. Regular price is P850. There’s a special rate of P450 for students, senior citizens, PWDs, national athletes and medal of valor awardees. The post ‘Intimate Audrey:’ An up-close and personal look at a Hollywood and fashion icon appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
ABAC Philippines to host ABAC III in Cebu, over 200 attendees expected
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Advisory Council II meeting held in Brunei last April has set the stage for a highly anticipated ABAC III, to be hosted in Cebu, Philippines in July. The four-day meeting in Brunei, which began on 27 April, was attended by delegates from across the Asia-Pacific region, who discussed various issues related to economic growth, trade and investment in the region. On the final day of the meeting, ABAC Brunei turned over the hosting duties to ABAC Philippines. Following the theme “Equity, Sustainability, and Opportunity,” ABAC Philippines aims to encourage more fruitful discussions and collaborations between business leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders in the region. This year’s theme puts a spotlight on the critical role of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in the global economy, as well as the evolving environment social, and governance investing landscape. The Philippines, known for its vibrant culture and resilient economy, offers a perfect backdrop for this important gathering. An archipelago of thousands of interconnected islands, the nation embodies the spirit of cooperation and collaboration that underpins the APEC economies. Like the islands that work together to create a cohesive whole, the APEC economies are interconnected and interdependent, each contributing to the larger ecosystem. Working together, APEC economies can navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead, working towards a shared vision of sustainable and inclusive growth for all. “As we prepare to host ABAC in the vibrant heart of Cebu, we stand on the cusp of boundless opportunities and exciting discoveries. Let’s write a new chapter in the Asia-Pacific story, where collaboration sparks innovation, and our shared vision for a prosperous future becomes a reality.", Aboitiz Group President and Chief Executive Officer Sabin M. Aboitiz said. As the Vice-Chair of the 2023 ABAC Sustainable Growth Working Group, Aboitiz plays a crucial role in advancing ABAC’s efforts to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the region. He is joined by ABAC Philippines member Joanne de Asis, who is also the country lead for the Financial Task Force, as well as ABAC Philippines Chair Tomas Alcantara. “We are honored to host this important gathering of business leaders from across the Asia-Pacific. We look forward to providing a positive experience here in the Philippines as the Council continues the great work and progress it has achieved in the past two meetings,” said Alcantara. De Asis added, “As ABAC members, we are committed to promoting sustainable and equitable growth in the region. We believe this meeting will provide another valuable platform for discussion and collaboration on important issues we face.” The ABAC Philippines group is committed to advancing the interests of the Asia-Pacific business community and contributing to the region’s economic development. The third leg of ABAC will provide an opportunity to showcase the Philippines’ potential as an investment destination and to foster greater regional cooperation and integration. This is illustrated in the ABAC 3 invitational video conceptualized and produced by Presidential Adviser on Creative Communications Secretary Paul Soriano and his team from the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Creative Communications. ABAC III in Cebu promises to be an unforgettable experience, where business and culture intersect to create opportunities for growth and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region. The conference will be held at the NUSTAR Convention Center in Cebu City, Philippines from 27 to 30 July 2023. Over 200 delegates and guests from the 21 APEC economies are expected to attend. The post ABAC Philippines to host ABAC III in Cebu, over 200 attendees expected appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Go graces Panay SHC groundbreaking
Senator Christopher “Bong” Go attended the groundbreaking of the Panay Super Health Center in Capiz last Monday, following a monitoring visit of the Malasakit Center at the Roxas Memorial Provincial Hospital in Roxas City earlier that day. The facility, through the efforts of the Department of Health and the local government of Panay, will offer basic health services to the people of the town and even neighboring areas, such as database management, out-patient, birthing, isolation, diagnostic (laboratory: X-ray and ultrasound), pharmacy and ambulatory surgical unit. Other available services are eye, ear, nose, and throat service; oncology centers; physical therapy and rehabilitation center; and telemedicine, where remote diagnosis and treatment of patients will be done. Through the collective efforts of fellow lawmakers, sufficient funds were allocated under the Health Facilities Enhancement Program of the Department of Health for 307 Super Health Centers in 2022 and 322 in 2023. The DoH, the lead implementing agency, identifies the strategic areas where they will be constructed. In his speech during the event, Go emphasized the importance of investing in healthcare infrastructure to ensure that Filipinos, especially those in rural areas, have access to quality medical care. He also praised the government’s efforts, led by Governor Fredenil Castro, Vice Governor Jaime “Mitang” Magbanua, Board Member Thea Reyes, Panay Mayor Vicente Bermejo and Vice Mayor Arminda Asis-Bermejo, among others, for their collective efforts to support the construction of the new center. Go, who chairs the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, personally checked on the operations of the Malasakit Center at the Roxas Memorial Provincial Hospital. In his speech, the senator reiterated his commitment to supporting efforts to enhance the delivery of public health services in communities. The senator expressed hopes that the services of the Malasakit Centers will continue, acknowledging the program’s tremendous impact in providing much needed assistance to millions of poor and indigent patients across the country. A brainchild of Go, the Malasakit Centers program was institutionalized in 2019 under Republic Act No. 11463, which he principally authored and sponsored in the Senate during his first few months after being elected as senator. Also in Capiz, Go lauded the local government for successfully holding its Capiztahan Swimfest from April 14 to 16 at the Villareal Stadium in Roxas City. The swimfest is just one out of the 14 sporting events featured in Capiztahan 2023 which also include jujitsu, windsurfing, taekwondo, arnis, lawn tennis, invitational motocross, chess, boxing, mixed martial arts, table tennis, bodybuilding, skimboard, and criterium race. The post Go graces Panay SHC groundbreaking appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Bong Go attends groundbreaking of Panay Super Health Center in Capiz
Sen. Bong Go attended the groundbreaking of Panay Super Health Center in Capiz on Monday, 17 April, right after he conducted a monitoring visit of the Malasakit Center at Roxas Memorial Provincial Hospital in Roxas City earlier that day. The facility, through the efforts of the Department of Health and the local government of Panay, will offer basic health services to the people of the town and even neighboring areas, such as database management, out-patient, birthing, isolation, diagnostic (laboratory: x-ray and ultrasound), pharmacy and ambulatory surgical unit. Other available services are eye, ear, nose, and throat (EENT) service; oncology centers; physical therapy and rehabilitation center; and telemedicine, where remote diagnosis and treatment of patients will be done. Through the collective efforts of fellow lawmakers, sufficient funds had been allocated under the Health Facilities Enhancement Program of the Department of Health for 307 Super Health Centers in 2022 and 322 in 2023. DOH, the lead implementing agency, identifies the strategic areas where they will be constructed. In his speech during the event, Go emphasized the importance of investing in healthcare infrastructure to ensure that Filipinos, especially those in rural areas, have access to quality medical care. “‘Yun po ang layunin ng mga Super Health Centers, ang ilapit sa mamamayan ang serbisyong medikal ng gobyerno,” Go said. He also praised the government's efforts, led by Governor Fredenil Castro, Vice Governor Jaime “Mitang” Magbanua, Board Member Thea Reyes, Panay Mayor Vicente Bermejo and Vice Mayor Arminda Asis-Bermejo, among others, for their collective efforts to support the construction of the new center. Apart from Panay Super Health Center, DOH has also identified several other locations, such as Ma-ayon Dumalag, Tapaz, Jamindan, Mambusao, Pilar, Roxas City, President Roxas, Sigma, and Panitan — the last one’s groundbreaking having been personally attended by Go later that day. “Huwag nating kalimutan ang sakripisyo po ng ating mga frontliners. Hindi po natin mararating ito kung hindi po sa sakripisyo ng ating mga frontliners. Palakpakan po natin silang lahat. Lahat po ‘yan, kasama na po diyan ang mga guards, janitors, utility, doctors, nurses dahil kapag pumasok kayo sa ospital na ito noong panahon ng pandemya exposed na po kayo,” expressed Go, who chairs the Senate Committee on Health and Demography. The senator then led a relief operation for 100 struggling residents right after the groundbreaking. A thousand indigents were also assisted the day before. Go and his team distributed grocery packs, masks, vitamins, snacks, and shirts. They also gave away bicycles, cellular phones, shoes, watches, umbrellas, and balls for basketball and volleyball to select recipients. Meanwhile, the Department of Social Welfare and Development provided financial assistance. The post Bong Go attends groundbreaking of Panay Super Health Center in Capiz appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
2 na sinata sa curfew, nahulihan ng shabu
Arestado ang dalawang lalaki matapos na mahulihan ng shabu na dapat sana ay sisitahin lamang dahil sa paglabag sa curfew sa Navotas City kaninang madaling araw. Sa ulat ng Navotas City Police Sub-Station 2, ganap na ala-1:40 ng madaling araw habang nagpapatrolya ang mga pulis sa kahabaan ng De Asis st., Brgy. San Roque ng […] The post 2 na sinata sa curfew, nahulihan ng shabu appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Rights groups slam MMDA spox for ‘drama serye’ remark on detained activist
Human rights groups slammed Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Spokesperson Celine Pialago following her “drama serye” remarks at detained activist Reina Mae Nasino who recently buried her three-month-old daughter River. Kapatid, a support group for families and friends of political prisoners, said those who downgrade what happened to the political prisoner are only trying to “cover the government’s gross violation of human rights.” “The story of Reina Mae Nasino and her 3-month-old child who died last week is not ‘drama-serye.’ It is a real story that exposed the countless injustices committed by the government,” it said in a statement released on Sunday. “MMDA Chair Danny Lim, a former political prisoner himself, should have long shown the door to his spokesperson. It should be obvious by now that sensitivity cannot be taught nor proper manners and right conduct if one is empty-headed,” it added. Meanwhile, National Union of People’s Lawyers (NUPL) President Edre Olalia was more restrained, saying they would “do the same thing if she was in Ina’s position and circumstance. “To start with, we will never ever wish this horrible tragedy and injustice to visit the Asec, her mother, her daughters, her sisters and her aunts,” he said in a Facebook post. Despite having nothing to do with traffic, Pialago felt the need to “use her voice as a Filipino” to share her two cents on Nasino’s case. “Hindi lahat ng inang nakakulong ay nakapunta sa libing ng kanyang anak. Kaya yung mga sumisimpatya kay Reina Mae Nasino, pag aralan niyo mabuti ang dahilan bakit siya nakulong at kilalanin niyong mabuti kung sino siya sa lipunan (Not all jailed mothers get to visit their children’s funeral. So all of those who sympathize with Reina Mae Nasino, study well why she was imprisoned and know who she is and what her role is in society),” she said in a Facebook post on Sunday morning. “Masyado ninyong ginagawang pang drama serye sa hapon ang paghihinagpis niya. Tigilan niyo (You are trying to make her grief like an afternoon drama serye. Stop it)!” she added. Nasino was five months pregnant with River when she was arrested in November 2019 for allegedly being found with firearms and explosives at the Bagong Alyansang Makabayan Manila Office in Tondo, Manila. Her lawyers have insisted that the pieces of evidence were planted and that the charges filed against her are trumped-up. She gave birth to River on July 1 at the Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Medical Hospital on July 1. She and her baby were returned to the Manila City Jail 48 hours later. Before this, she filed a motion before the Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) to allow her to breastfeed her daughter for a year at the hospital or a prison nursery. But Manila RTC Branch 20 Judge Marivic Balisi-Umali denied this, saying that the jail has “very limited resources” for the care of her child. Nasino was also among 22 elderly and medically-compromised detainees who filed a motion for their compassionate release amid the pandemic on April 8 before the Supreme Court. But months later, the High Court ruled that the trial courts will be the ones to decide on their temporary release. On August 13, the activist-mother was ordered to turn her child over to her relatives. River was admitted at the Philippine General Hospital for fever and diarrhea on September 24. She was placed in the intensive care unit on October 9 where she died a few hours later. A few hours before her daughter died, Nasino filed a very urgent motion for furlough so she can be with her child in her dying moments. On October 13, Manila RTC Branch 47 Judge Paulino Gallegos granted her three full days from October 14 to 16 to be by her daughter’s side during the wake and burial. But the next day, he cut Nasino’ furlough down to only six hours from 1 to 4 p.m. on October 14 and 16 after receiving opposition from the Manila City Jail. The Manila City Jail cited lack of personnel, health concerns, and a guideline stating that detainees can only be at their loved ones’ burial and wake for a maximum of three hours. For both the wake and the funeral, Nasino was clad in a full set of personal protective equipment, handcuffed, and flanked by numerous uniformed personnel. Tensions rose during the wake after her escorts tried to pull her away twice before her time was up, eventually escorting her out with 20 minutes to spare before 4 p.m. On October 16, Marites Asis, Nasino’s mother, had to kneel and beg in front of the police to allow them to hold funeral at 11:30 a.m. The cops wanted to delay it until 1 p.m. Police also sped off with River’s hearse to the Manila North Cemetery, leaving her family behind and thwarting activists’ plan to conduct a caravan around the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals before burying her at the cemetery. Nasino’s counsels at NUPL earlier said that they will file charges against those involved in the activist’s treatment during her daughter’s wake and burial. .....»»
2 teachers, 3 others held for illegal cockfighting
PANGASINAN — Police arrested two teachers and three others for engaging in illegal cockfighting in Barangay Songkoy, Calasiao. Lt. Col. Ferdinand “Bingo “ de Asis , Calasiao chief of police, identified the arrested suspects as Apolinario Rosario, 53; Joeffrey Ordona, 46; Allan Reyes, 31; Roberto Aquino, 61; and Abraham Ferrer, 50, all of San Carlos City. […].....»»
4 huli sa buy-bust
ARESTADO ang apat katao na nakuhanan umano ng shabu at baril sa isang buy-bust operation sa Quezon City kahapon. Kinilala ang mga suspek na sina Michael Asis, 40, Marvin Bendo, 23, Jasmin De Jesus, 36, at Vincent Miabel, 28, ng Brgy. Sta Monica, Novaliches. Nakatanggap umano ng impormasyon ang Novaliches Police kaugnay ng pagbebenta umano […] The post 4 huli sa buy-bust appeared first on Bandera......»»
Roque bares Duterte, China agreement to respect status quo in WPS
Roque bares Duterte, China agreement to respect status quo in WPS.....»»