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Vaccination rate among children in R-12 low due to misinformation, disinformation
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 06) – Vaccine hesitancy due to misinformation and disinformation remains a major hurdle for the health sector in Region 12 (Soccsksargen) as the region continues to lag in immunization coverage among children. Dr. Edvir Jane Montañer, immunization program manager of the Department of Health (DOH)-Region 12, admitted that the region […].....»»
PSBank marks 2 decades of empowering children thru longstanding partnerships
PSBank marks 2 decades of empowering children thru longstanding partnerships.....»»
Shared responsibility: DepEd told it can t help special needs children alone
House members frustrated over the stalled implementation of a landmark law for children with disabilities two years since its passage have urged the Department of Education to demand other agencies’ help in carrying out the law......»»
Pinoy children unable to report online sex abuse – report
Fifty-five percent of children surveyed in the Philippines did not know how to report harmful content on social media, a report on online child sexual exploitation and abuse revealed......»»
EDITORIAL - Safer internetfor children
Apart from national security and the need to protect government information networks, there is another reason to boost capabilities for fighting cyber threats: protecting children from sexual predators......»»
SC sets guidelines for determining children s discernment in criminal acts
Children are not always assumed to have the ability to make sound judgments in criminal offenses, the Supreme Court said......»»
Landslide kills 13 of Nenita Raganet’s family
MACO, Davao de Oro (MindaNews / 13 February)—With tons of mud and debris rendering Barangay Masara of this municipality uninhabitable, the burden weighs heavier on homemaker Nenita Raganet, 54. The landslide has taken away 13 of her family members: 3 children, 2 children-in-law, 8 grandchildren. As of Monday (Feb. 12), only seven of them have […].....»»
From ‘Batibot’ to ‘Firefly’: Augie Rivera is championing children’s stories and sensitive issues
In the realm of children’s literature and television, few names shine as brightly as Augusto Rivera, known as Augie by his colleagues and readers......»»
Eugenio: Nurturing growth in children without the hard knocks
Eugenio: Nurturing growth in children without the hard knocks.....»»
Students actively campaign against online sexual abuse and exploitation of children
With the Philippines ranking as the number one hotspot of online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC) and child sexual abuse and exploitation materials (CSAEM), students in Davao are speaking up and actively campaigning for digital protection and internet safety. “My only hope for digital technology in the future is for it to be […].....»»
Solo parents to get P1K monthly subsidy
The Local Solo Parents' Ordinance, recently approved by the 20th City Council of Davao City, promises a monthly subsidy of approximately P1,000 for eligible beneficiaries. Councilor Tricia Ann Villafuerte highlighted the ordinance's significance in providing vital support to solo parents and their children, as there are approximately 6,000 solo parents in Davao City. This ordinance is an adaptation of the national law, Republic Act 8972, customized to address the unique needs of solo parents in the city. It aims to meet the essential needs of mothers and their children, including school supplies, consultation, laboratory diagnostics, and financial assistance, such as medical, death, and burial aid. Additionally, solo parents will receive a monthly monetary subsidy of P1,000 and are entitled to a 10 percent discount on select basic commodities, similar to senior citizens and Persons with Disability (PWD). To qualify for the benefits, applicants must submit necessary documents and meet specific criteria, while disqualification grounds include changes in civil status and provision of necessary assistance by the other biological parent as per the Family Code of the Philippines. It's important to note that individuals under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) are ineligible for the Local Solo Parents' Ordinance......»»
Danish report underscores systematic illegal behavior in adoptions of children from South Korea
Danish report underscores systematic illegal behavior in adoptions of children from South Korea.....»»
Kaspersky Predicts Key Cybersecurity Threats Targeting Children in 2024
With most children able to access or own a smartphone or tablet, the age at which they begin their acquaintance with the digital world and technology keeps decreasing. Therefore, it’s crucial for parents to stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats targeting kids to better protect them from potential harm. In this post, Kaspersky experts explore […].....»»
Roadtrip stars share motherhood journey, advice to children in showbiz
Veteran actresses, Janice de Belen and Carmina Villarroel, have conveyed the learnings they have in showbiz industry to their children (apart from inheriting the acting talents of course) who also joined the entertainment business......»»
Tell it to SunStar: A life in the day of kinless street children
Tell it to SunStar: A life in the day of kinless street children.....»»
Israel bombs Gaza, fights Hamas around hospitals
Israeli forces pounded besieged Gaza on Wednesday and fought Hamas around several hospitals, despite a UN Security Council demand for a ceasefire. Talks in Qatar towards a truce and hostage release deal involving US and Egyptian mediators have brought no result so far, with Israel and the Palestinian militant group blaming each other. READ: Israel.....»»
Hamas tells mediators it will stick to original position on ceasefire
Hamas earlier presents a Gaza ceasefire proposal to mediators and the United States in mid-March that includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for freedom for Palestinian prisoners, 100 of whom are serving life sentences.....»»
Palestinian Authority hopes for Gaza ceasefire by Ramadan
Egyptian security sources say that ceasefire negotiations were due to resume in Cairo on Sunday.....»»
Travel bans on extremist Israeli settlers
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Foreign Minister Winston Peters have announced travel bans on a number of extremist Israeli settlers who have committed violent attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank. "New Zealand is seriously concerned by the significant increase in extremist violence perpetrated by Israeli settlers against Palestinian popu.....»»
Xinhua world news summary at 1530 GMT, Feb. 22
ISLAMABAD -- A van collided with a tractor trolley on Thursday in Lodhran district of Pakistan's eastern Punjab province, leaving six people dead and 16 others injured, local police said. Police said that the van carrying a wedding party rammed into the tractor trolley parked on the roadside in Dunyapur area of the district. (Pakistan-Traffic Accident) - - - - GAZA -- The Palestinian death toll fro.....»»