12,000-pallet cold storage breaks ground in Panabo
A 12,000-pallet cold storage facility will soon rise on a 63-hectare lot at Anflo Industrial Estate in Panabo City, Davao del Norte......»»
Misconduct
Graft need not have happened. The ombudsman sets new ground by designating misconduct as sufficient ground for dismissal from the service......»»
Rescuers halt work in Masara due to unstable ground
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 13 February)—The search, rescue and retrieval (SRR) operations at the Masara landslide site were halted today due to ground movement. Ferdinand Dobli, Apex Mining community relations manager and incident commander, said in a press conference streamed via Facebook Live that they had to halt SRR operations around 2 p.m. due to […].....»»
PAGSS awarded by JDL Express of China for service excellence
Jiangsu Jingdong Cargo Airlines, a subsidiary of one of the biggest freighter and cargo operators, JDL Express of China, recently awarded the Philippine Airport Ground Support Solutions, Inc (PAGSS), its Ground Handling and Cargo Handling partner in Manila. The award was given in commemoration of its successful launch and excellence in service. The said award […].....»»
Chances of finding living victims in landslide not yet determined
THE odds or chances of survival in the Masara landslide had not been determined yet based on the findings and on-the-ground investigation of the emergency personnel and rescuers on ground zero, or the area where the calamity struck......»»
Juancho Trivino, Joyce Pring break ground for new home
Celebrity couple Juancho Triviño and Joyce Pring broke ground on the land where their future home will rise......»»
Under Ground Battle aids Philippine MMA growth with Blaze FC
From the grassroots to the professional level, expect Under Ground Battle (UGB) to take part in cultivating Philippine mixed martial arts (MMA)......»»
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 […].....»»
BSP collects P649 million from coin deposits
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has collected more than P600 million worth of coins as part of efforts to bring these back to circulation and address the shortage due to improper storage or disposal......»»
First Gen spots additional RE sites in Nueva Ecija
Lopez-led First Gen Corp. is looking at several areas near its hydroelectric power plant complex in Pantabangan, Nueva Ecija as potential sites for the development of solar and wind farms, as well as a battery energy storage system......»»
ACEN, Marubeni partner for 200-MW BESS project
Ayala-owned ACEN Australia has teamed up with Marubeni Asian Power Singapore for the joint development of a 200 megawatts battery energy storage system in New South Wales, Australia......»»
Announcing the new sub-$500 modular laptop with no RAM, storage or OS
The Daily Guardian: Framework Introduces Affordable Barebones Laptops In a bid to revolutionize the laptop industry, Framework has launched a new line of modular and.....»»
BSP collects P510 million via coin deposit machines
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has collected over half a billion pesos worth of coins as part of efforts to bring them back to circulation and address the shortage due to improper storage or disposal......»»
USB hack attacks: Philippines ranks 3rd in SEA
Global cybersecurity company Kaspersky has called on Filipinos to be cautious in plugging in memory storage universal serial bus devices to their computers unless these have been scanned, following the release of data that 36.80 percent of users in the Philippines were attacked by local threats from such devices last year......»»
LTO-7 Calls on Car and Motorcycle Owners: Claim Your Plates
The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas has once again called on motor vehicle owners bearing temporary plates to claim their license plates at the nearest LTO office. This is because thousands of unclaimed license plates are still stacked at their storage facility in Talisay, including motorcycles and four-wheel vehicles. The only thing that the […].....»»
6 tips to make sure your family s clothes look and smell nice all year-round!
We list down tips on maintaining a fresh wardrobe throughout the holiday season. From decluttering and proper storage to affordable fabric softeners, here are some nice-to-keep ideas for wais moms like you......»»
US military moving fuel closer to Taiwan
The American Embassy in Manila has confirmed a shipment from a naval base in Hawaii to a commercial site in the Philippines The US has confirmed that it has transferred large amounts of fuel from a military base in Hawaii to storage facilities across Southeast Asia. The announcement came after a Philippines senator ra.....»»
US military moving fuel closer to Taiwan
The American Embassy in Manila has confirmed a shipment from a naval base in Hawaii to a commercial site in the Philippines The US has confirmed that it has transferred large amounts of fuel from a military base in Hawaii to storage facilities across Southeast Asia. The announcement came after a Philippines senator ra.....»»