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Calinan District residents protest vs disguised Cha-cha
Residents from the 19 barangays in Calinan District rallied against the disguised People's Initiative for Charter Change in a protest held on January 19, 2024. Organized by the barangay captains, around 100 individuals from each barangay gathered at Rizal Park, chanting Dabawenyos are not for sale and expressing their disapproval of the alleged cash-for-signature scheme. The protest emphasized the residents' desire for fairness and a better government approach, rejecting the notion of exchanging signatures for money. Participants, including both young and old residents, voiced their opposition to the charter change, with the youth expressing concerns about power-hungry officials. Even 75-year-old Rosminda Amarilla joined the protest to question the need for change after numerous presidents have governed without such alterations. The rally, which included a motorcade and drew approximately 300 participants, received disapproval from Congressman Paolo Pulong Z. Duterte and Congressman Isidro Ungab, who alleged that the signature campaign was orchestrated by leaders of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist. As of the latest update, PBA Representative Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles has yet to release a statement on the matter......»»
Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces
The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»
BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»
Filipino villager to be nailed to a cross for the 35th time on Good Friday to pray for world peace
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A Filipino villager plans to be nailed to a wooden cross for the 35th time to reenact Jesus Christ’s suffering in a brutal Good Friday tradition he said he would devote to pray for peace in Ukraine, Gaza and the disputed South China Sea. Ruben Enaje, a 63-year-old carpenter and sign.....»»
Ramadan to start March 12 as Muslims report no sighting of new moon
Viewing the moon to determine the start of Ramadan is ‘part of the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad,’ says Islamic Studies professor Alzad Sattar at a moonsighting event in Manila.....»»
5-year halt in Metro Manila train begins March 28
The Philippine National Railways will stop its operations in Metro Manila starting March 28 to clear the alignment where the North-South Commuter Railway will be built......»»
Cedrick Juan sa MMFF 2023 Best Actor award: ‘Deserve kong manalo’
NANINIWALA si Cedrick Juan na deserving siyang manalong Best Actor sa katatapos lang na Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 para sa pelikulang “GomBurZa.” Yan ang matapang na sabi ng aktor nang matanong tungkol sa award na natanggap sa MMFF 2023 Gabi ng Parangal for his performance as Padre Jose Burgos sa “GomBurZa.” Sa panayam ng.....»»
30 areas under ‘dangerous’ heat index classification — PAGASA
In the latest heat index bulletin of PAGASA, it said that 30 areas in the country will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 47°C......»»
PAGASA: 36 areas under dangerous heat index classification on April 29
In the latest heat index bulletin of PAGASA, the state weather bureau said that 36 areas in the country will be under the "danger" heat index classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 47°C......»»
38 areas under ‘dangerous’ heat index classification — PAGASA
In the latest heat index bulletin of PAGASA, it said that 38 areas in the country will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 47°C......»»
PAGASA: 30 areas under ‘dangerous’ heat index classification
According to the latest heat index bulletin of PAGASA, 30 areas are forecasted to fall into the "danger" classification due to temperatures ranging from 42°C to 46°C......»»
Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for April 23 due to threat of scorching heat
The announcements from LGUs followed after state weather bureau Pagasa released its latest heat index bulletin which said the 25 areas in the country will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 45°C......»»
PAGASA: Heat index in 13 areas to reach ‘dangerous’ classification
The weather agency's latest heat index bulletin said the 13 areas will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 45°C......»»
PAGASA identifies 8 areas with dangerous heat index on Eid l Fitr
The agency’s latest heat index bulletin said the eight areas will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 44°C......»»
Daet heat index expected to hit 46°C — PAGASA
According to the bureau’s latest heat index bulletin, nine areas in the Philippines are under the “danger” classification which indicates temperatures ranging from 42°C to 51°C......»»
The March 2024 priority dates
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories......»»
Davao de Oro landslide: Death toll rises to 98; over 5,300 in evacuation centers
TAGUM CITY — Two bodies have been found by responders at a landslide-hit village in Maco town, Davao de Oro on Saturday, bringing the death toll of the Feb. 6 disaster to 98, local disaster officials said. In a 7 p.m. bulletin on Saturday, the Maco local government said the number of missing persons was.....»»
Trough of LPA to bring isolated rain showers in Mindanao — PAGASA
In its 4 a.m. bulletin, PAGASA said that the SOCCSKSARGEN region may experience cloudy skies with moderate to heavy rains, which may result in possible flash floods or landslides due to the trough of the LPA or the extension of LPA......»»
The February 2024 priority dates
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories......»»
Lady Spikers in crucial tiff vs Lady Tamaraws
Defending champion La Salle, after a minor bump in the first round, begins its crucial second-round campaign today in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum......»»