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Victor Wembanyama of France named NBA Rookie of the Year
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama won the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year award, the league announced on Monday, marking the first time a Frenchman has captured the honor. The 20-year-old center, a 7-foot-4 (2.24m) prodigy who was the top pick in last year’s NBA Draft, averaged 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, a league-high.....»»
Tulfo’s bill seeks to impose stricter penalties for drunk drivers
MANILA, Philippines — A bill seeking to impose stricter penalties for drunk drivers, including a fine of up to P1,000,000, has been filed by Senator Raffy Tulfo. At present, the current law penalizes drunk drivers who caused homicide with a fine ranging from P300,000 to P500,000. But Tulfo, through his Senate Bill No, 2546, proposed.....»»
Biz Bureau surpasses 43-K permit renewals
The Davao City Business Bureau has achieved a significant milestone by processing over 43,000 business permit renewals as of January 29, 2024, surpassing last year's numbers. Maribel Paguican, the Head of the Business Bureau, revealed this accomplishment in a radio interview on January 30, 2024. She highlighted the bureau's performance, stating that they had already exceeded the previous year's figures by 270 renewals. Despite the positive outcome, Paguican acknowledged that they are still short of reaching the 46,000 permits issued the previous year. With approximately 2,890 renewals remaining, including 291 applicants considering retirement, the bureau anticipates around 2,599 renewal applicants. Paguican emphasized the upcoming retirement deadline on January 31, urging business owners to comply to avoid penalties ranging from P1,000 to P5,000. She also advised on the required documentation for retirement, emphasizing the importance of submitting the necessary paperwork to facilitate the process......»»
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......»»
Traslacion in CDO: from 110,000 last year to only 18,000 devotees this year
CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 11 January) – A parish priest here blamed tight police security for the sharp drop in attendance during the Traslacion or the procession of the Black Nazarene here last Tuesday, with only 18,000 attendees compared with last year’s 110,000. Monsignor Rey Monsanto, parish priest of Our Lady Fatima Parish in Barangay […].....»»
Bitcoin hits new all-time high
The leading cryptocurrency surged above the $72,000 mark on Monday Bitcoin, the world's highest-valued cryptocurrency, hit a new record on Monday as it surged above $72,000. The token soared to a fresh all-time high of $72,030, breaking the record set in November 2021 and bringing gains for the year so far to n.....»»
Hodge helps Meralco take down mighty Beermen, wins weekly PBA player plum
The 6-foot-4 dynamo’s Herculean effort against the mighty Beermen earned him recognition as the PBA Press Corps-Pilipinas Live Player of the Week for the period May 1 to 5......»»
Petro puts one foot in semis
he Petro Gazz Angels knew they needed to overcome the Cignal HD Spikers, the last of their stronger foes, for them to theoretically make the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference semifinals......»»
‘Limit political influence in protected areas permits’
Sen. Cynthia Villar yesterday proposed easing local politicians’ influence in approving permits for protected areas, following the Senate’s investigation on the infamous Captain’s Peak Resort built right at the foot of the Chocolate Hills in Bohol......»»
Saso blows Match Play quarters bid in playoff
Moriya Jutanugarn drilled in a bending 16-foot birdie putt on the third playoff hole to edge out Brooke Henderson and Yuka Saso for the eighth and last berth in the T-Mobile Match Play at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas, Nevada Friday (Saturday Manila time)......»»
Saso blows Match Play quarters bid in playoff
Moriya Jutanugarn drilled in a bending 16-foot birdie putt on the third playoff hole to edge out Brooke Henderson and Yuka Saso for the eighth and last berth in the T-Mobile Match Play at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas, Nevada Friday (Saturday Manila time)......»»
HOKA Trilogy Run Asia up
The HOKA Trilogy Run Asia is putting its best foot forward as it launches its massive 2024 series on April 7 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex......»»
HOKA Trilogy Run Asia kicks off 1st of 19 races on April 7
The HOKA Trilogy Run Asia is putting its best foot forward as it launches its massive 2024 series on April 7 at the SM Mall of Asia Complex......»»
Gaza war: Death and ruins at shattered Al-Shifa hospital
Hundreds of people stared at the smoke-blackened ruins of Gaza’s biggest hospital on Monday, horrified by the damage and death left behind by a fierce two-week battle between militants and Israeli troops. The crowd stood amid debris and large mounds of dirt at the foot of a shell-pocked five-story building in the sprawling Al-Shifa complex.....»»
DENR wants Chocolate Hills resort closed
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources yesterday ordered the implementation of a temporary closure order earlier issued against a resort at the Chocolate Hills in Bohol amid viral social media posts of a swimming pool built right at the foot of the declared National Geological Monument......»»
Eagle Statue
Children play at the foot of the giant eagle statue welcoming motorists from Bukidnon to Davao City early Saturday morning (09 March 2024). MindaNews photo by BOBBY TIMONERA.....»»
EDITORIAL Shooting itself in the foot
As the lead organization in maintaining peace and order, the Philippine National Police must know what it is doing in authorizing civilians to own semi-automatic rifles and 7.62mm-caliber firearms......»»
Max Strus sinks half-court buzzer-beater as Cavs down Mavs
Los Angeles, United States—Max Strus drained an astonishing 58-foot buzzer-beater as the Cleveland Cavaliers conjured a stunning late fightback to sink the Dallas Mavericks 121-119 on Tuesday. In a remarkable finale in Cleveland, Strus unleashed a mammoth heave from inside his own half to snatch victory from Dallas, who had grabbed a 119-118 lead with just.....»»
Max Strus 59-footer lifts Cavaliers over Mavericks
In a thrilling game last night, Max Strus of the Cleveland Cavaliers made a 59-foot buzzer-beater to secure a 121-119 victory over the Dallas Mavericks......»»
Filipinas drop friendly versus Finnish
The Philippines started its 2024 slate on the wrong foot as the Filipinas absorbed a 0-4 shutout from Finland in their international friendly in Murcia, Spain......»»