PSA joins first and biggest Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair in Naval, Biliran
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) led by Undersecretary Claire Dennis S. Mapa joined in the first and biggest delivery of government services tagged “Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair” held in Biliran Province on 26-27 August 2023......»»
US tells Marcos: Ask and we are here
The United States is ready to assist the Philippines during times of need, US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson assured President Marcos on Tuesday, as the envoy highlighted how the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement between the two countries has helped the Philippines in the delivery of urgently needed aid......»»
Flower shop nasunog 1 ka adlaw sa di pa ang Valentine’s Day
Flower shop nasunog 1 ka adlaw sa di pa ang Valentine’s Day.....»»
Cebu Pacific welcomes 1st aircraft delivery for 2024
Cebu Pacific welcomes 1st aircraft delivery for 2024.....»»
CebuPac receives 1st plane delivery for 2024
Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific is kicking off the year with the addition of a new aircraft, the first of 17 deliveries that it expects for this year in line with efforts to expand its fleet......»»
Flower prices seen to increase ahead of Valentine’s Day
According to some vendors, flower prices might double or triple next week, citing the anticipated high demand and steep prices of suppliers......»»
‘Shabu’ worth P2.7M recovered from 2 ex-cons in Cebu City drug bust
CEBU CITY, Philippines – An electric bike (e-bike) driver and a delivery app rider, who are both ex-convicts, landed back in jail after they were caught with P2.7 million worth of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation in Cebu City on Thursday, February 1, 2024. The arrested persons were identified as e-bike driver Rimark Espinosa.....»»
Mandaue City Health Office plans to hire more health professionals
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – The Mandaue City Health Office (MCHO) is planning to hire additional doctors, nurses and midwives who will especially be deployed in health centers and clinics in the 27 barangays here. Dr. Debra Maria Catulong, the MCHO head, said that having more health professionals is expected to improve the delivery of health.....»»
Supersonic missiles will be delivered to PH soon, says India envoy
The first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles will soon be delivered to the Philippines. This is according to Indian Ambassador to Manila Shambhu Kumaran. Last year, a December 2023 delivery for the missiles was set, according to a representative of the weapons manufacturer. “We’re working toward the earliest possible arrival. I don’t have a.....»»
LGU reviving flower production in Koronadal City
The city government here has built a mini irrigation dam in a barangay that was once popular for producing flowers to revive the industry that dwindled due to lack of infrastructure and marketing support......»»
Alfred Vargas may pa-face reveal ng 4th baby: ‘Our little bundle of joy!’
FOR the first time, nagkaroon ng pa-face reveal ang fourth baby ng actor-politician na si Alfred Vargas at misis niyang si Yasmine Espiritu. Sa Instagram, ibinandera ng mag-asawa ang cute na cute na portrait photo ng kanilang anak habang nakabalot sa isang tela at may suot na flower crown. Ang ibinigay na pangalan sa sanggol.....»»
Man dies in motorcycle attack
Police arrested a delivery rider who allegedly ran over a 33-year-old man in the compound of a hospital in Quezon City Tuesday......»»
Delivery rider nabbed for hold up me scheme
A delivery rider in Davao City, Bryan Sistual Capote, gained attention after claiming to be robbed while on duty. However, police investigations revealed inconsistencies in his story. Witnesses reported no signs of trouble during the alleged robbery, and tracking Capote's e-wallet transactions uncovered a transfer matching the amount he claimed was stolen. Confronted by authorities, Capote confessed to fabricating the robbery. He now faces charges for his deceitful actions......»»
Al-ag proposes to repeal ordinance requiring delivery riders biz permits
Davao City Councilor Bernie Al-ag has proposed the repeal of an ordinance that requires delivery riders to obtain business permits. The ordinance in question, City Ordinance 0612-21 series of 2021, classified delivery riders as independent service contractors, mandating them to apply for business permits. However, a joint memorandum circular issued by various government agencies exempts individuals providing personal services, including delivery riders, from securing business permits. Al-ag emphasized that the city government must adhere to the guidelines set forth in the memorandum. While the proposed repeal is pending, Al-ag advised delivery riders to comply with the existing ordinance. He expressed confidence in the passage of the repeal, citing the solid basis provided by the joint memorandum. Despite a group of delivery riders seeking an audience with Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte on the matter, Al-ag's proposal was drafted in response to a separate petition. He clarified that the repeal is not about monetary collection but aligning with national law, which exempts delivery riders from obtaining business permits. Al-ag remains optimistic about the repeal's approval, pointing to the support provided by the joint memorandum as a strong foundation for his proposal......»»
DSWD, DILG unite to promote environmental responsibility in local communities
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), through its Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive and Integrated Delivery of Social Services (KALAHI-CIDSS) Program, has partnered with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to advance environmental responsibility and sustainable practices across local communities in the Philippines. DSWD Asst. Secretary for Strategic Communications […].....»»
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
EDITORIAL — Pass-through fees
If the administration wants to tackle inflation and improve ease of doing business, it should scrutinize one of the contributors to high prices particularly of agricultural commodities, and a long-standing complaint of businessmen: pass-through fees collected from delivery trucks......»»
PIDS: LGUs losing P10 billion from single power outage
Local governments are estimated to suffer over P10 billion worth of losses from a single electricity supply interruption, affecting the delivery of public services, according to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies......»»
Emmys, Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice 2024: Where to stream Hollywood’s biggest awards shows
Get ready to cheer on big silverscreen hits like "Barbie," "Oppenheimer," and "Killers of the Flower Moon," as well as TV gems such as "The Bear," "Ted Lasso," "Succession," "House of the Dragon," and so much more at the 2024 Emmys, Golden Globes, and Critics’ Choice Awards this January......»»
Converge allots P5 billion for data centers
Broadband provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. will allocate up to P5 billion for the delivery of data centers in the next three years to house its planned digital platforms......»»