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LIST: 21 medicines added to VAT-exempt list
The Bureau of Internal Revenue has expanded its list of medicines which are exempt from the value added tax......»»
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When Hamas militants launched that murderous Oct. 7 raid on Israeli settlements, the strategy was to escalate confrontation enough to bring regional and global forces into play, possibly forcing the extinction of the Jewish state......»»
Why Israel must win the war against Hamas
Hamas’ ongoing aggression against Israel has reached a critical turning point following its vicious attack on Oct. 7, 2023......»»
Cebu lampposts case: SC clears DPWH execs, contractor of graft
The Supreme Court acquitted three former officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and a private contractor of graft charges in relation to the installation of allegedly overpriced lampposts during the 2007 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) summit held in Cebu. In a 22-page decision promulgated on Oct. 11, 2023, but made public only.....»»
House to address Dwarfism
With all of the priority bills listed in the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) over and done with, the House of Representatives has passed a bill declaring Oct. 25 every year as “National Dwarfism Awareness Day.”.....»»
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......»»
Beat the Heat: Tips for Staying Cool at Work
Summer is just around the corner, and you know how hot the days get, especially with a looming El Niño — days would get hotter and hotter. Sometimes we can’t avoid going outside, especially during work. Whether you are going to meet a client somewhere around the city or just commuting to work, the heat […].....»»
IT-BPM firms deemed best places to work in Philippines
Firms engaged in information technology and business process management topped this year’s list of the best places to work in the country......»»
Enjoying Your Summer Vacation Without Compromising Work
The allure of summer adventures is here. The sun is up and a beach outing or an overdue vacation to your province is just around the corner. Balancing work commitments with relaxation can be hard. But you can carefully plan and strategize your summer vacation and work to not compromise one after the other. Here’s […].....»»
Sanya Lopez ayaw pang magka-lovelife: ‘Ang hirap na hindi mo mabigyan ng oras’
WORK, work, work muna ngayong 2024 ang aktres na si Sanya Lopez. ‘Yan ang sinabi niya mismo sa naging panayam sa podcast na “Updated with Nelson Canlas” kamakailan lang. Ayon sa kanya, mas gusto niyang i-priority ang kanyang karera kaysa sa magkaroon ng lovelife. Iginiit din niya na kasalukuyan siyang happy sa mga nangyayari sa.....»»
Draymond Green suspensions reason for Team USA omission
Team USA says the non-inclusion of Draymond Green in the Olympic roster may be better for the two-time gold medalist, who’s ‘working through some things both on and off the court’.....»»
260,000 PWDs benefit from DSWD ‘cash-for-work’ program
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) reported on Friday that roughly 260,000 persons with disabilities (PWDs) have availed benefits from its Kapangyarihan at Kaunlaran sa Barangay-Cash-For-Work (KKB-CFW) Program. According to DSWD Assistant Secretary Romel Lopez, the objective of the CFW is to give temporary employment to PWDs or their family.....»»
Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for April 25 due to hot weather
Some local government units have suspended their face-to-face classes or shifted to alternative modes of delivery on April 25 due to the threat of scorching heat......»»
Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for April 24 due to hot weather
Some local government units (LGUs) announced suspension of in-person classes on Wednesday due to the threat of scorching heat......»»
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......»»
Walang Pasok: Class suspensions for April 11 due to intense heat
Face-to-face classes on Thursday, April 11, 2024, have been canceled in certain areas due to “high heat conditions.".....»»
NFA gets new OIC amid suspensions
The National Food Authority Council yesterday appointed former Bureau of Plant Industry director Larry Lacson as officer-in-charge of the NFA after a special meeting presided over by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr......»»
Female cadet who sold siopao tops PNPA Class 2024
A woman who used to work at a photocopy center and sell siopao in school to fund her college education emerged as topnotcher of this year’s Philippine National Police Academy graduating class......»»
Villanueva returns to US for fight vs Pierce
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Veteran ring warrior Arthur Villanueva returned to the United States after eight years as he takes on Elijah Pierce on March 29 in Atlantic City, Georgia. Villanueva, an ex-ALA Boxing Gym stalwart, will return to the United States for the first time since 2016. The 35-year-old Villanueva of Bago City, Negros.....»»
Durant passes Shaq for 8th place in all-time NBA scoring list
Phoenix superstar Kevin Durant has officially hurdled NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal for eighth place on the NBA’s all-time scoring leaders list on Thursday (Manila time)......»»