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El Nino pattern costs Philippine agriculture over 68 mln USD
MANILA, April 19 (Xinhua) -- The El Nino dry spell and drought damage to Philippine agriculture has reached over 3.94 billion pesos (roughly 68 million U.S. dollars), official data released on Friday showed. According to the Department of Agriculture, 11 regions across the Southeast Asian country are reeling from the weather phenomenon, which has affected nearly 74,000 farmers and fisherfolk. More than 66,000 he.....»»
Chavit’s P200,000 ‘donation’ falls under income – Artes
Former Ilocos Sur governor Luis “Chavit” Singson’s “donation” of P200,000 to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority is considered retained income, contrary to a statement by a Civil Service Commission official, acting MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said yesterday......»»
Over 59,000 Indians acquired US citizenship in 2023, making up 6.7 pc of total new citizens: Report
Washington, DC [US], February 12 (ANI): Over 59,000 Indians were enlisted as bona fide US citizens in 2023, helping the country secure the second slot for the top source country for new citizens in America after Mexico, the annual progress report for 2023, released recently by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated. According to the official report, nearly 8.7 lakh foreign nationals became US citizens.....»»
Over 59,000 Indians acquired US citizenship in 2023, making up 6.7 pc of total new citizens: Report
Washington, DC [US], February 12 (ANI): Over 59,000 Indians were enlisted as bona fide US citizens in 2023, helping the country secure the second slot for the top source country for new citizens in America after Mexico, the annual progress report for 2023, released recently by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated. According to the official report, nearly 8.7 lakh foreign nationals became US citizens.....»»
30,000 food packs sent to Kanlaon eruption victims
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — The Visayas Disaster Resource Center (VDRC) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has already sent a total of 30,000 food packs to families affected by the eruption of Mt. Kanlaon in Negros Oriental. VDRC Admin Officer Enie Cuyos said on Thursday, June 6, that 20,000 food packs were.....»»
Monthly subsidy of P1, 000 proposed for solo parents in Mandaue
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Qualified solo parents in Mandaue City will soon receive a monthly subsidy of P1,000 each or a total of P12, 000 per year from the city government. The release of the subsidy is provided for in a proposed ordinance authored by Councilor Jimmy Lumapas, chairperson of the Committee on Social Service.....»»
After 13 years : Marcos to sign bill doubling teaching supply allowance to P10,000
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to approve a bill increasing teaching supplies allowance from P5,000 to P10,000 starting School Year (SY) 2025-2026 in a ceremonial signing into law on Monday......»»
Papua New Guinea landslide buries over 2,000 people – report
PORT MORESBY — Papua New Guinea informed the UN on Monday that more than 2,000 people were buried in a massive landslide that swept over a remote village, according to a copy of the letter obtained by AFP. “The landslide buried more than 2,000 people alive and caused major destruction,” the country’s national disaster center.....»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: Bamban mayor Alice Guo says she spent just P134,000 in 2022 campaign
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Bamban mayor Alice Guo says she spent just P134,000 in 2022 campaign How far can P134,000 go? For Alice Guo, this was enough to win the mayoralty of Bamban, a.....»»
Kadaugan sa Mactan 2024: Over 8,000 locals witness reenactment
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Between 8, 000 to 10, 000 locals gathered at the Liberty Shrine in Brgy. Mactan in Lapu-Lapu City early on Saturday morning to witness this year’s Kadaugan sa Mactan or the reenactment of the historic Battle of Mactan. Police Lieutenant Colonel Gerard Ace Pelare, spokesperson of the Police Regional Office in.....»»
MCWD water deficit now affects 50,000 households in Metro Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines – As the internal political strife surrounding the Metropolitan Cebu Water District or MCWD continues, the shortage of water faced by residents has also persisted. Currently, the water deficit in the MCWD has now reached 50,000 cubic meters per day. This equates to 50,000 households experiencing water supply issues, with each household.....»»
Villar patriarch places 190 in Forbes Top 200 billionaires
Villar ranked 190 out of the 200 billionaires in the world in 2024 with a total net worth of $11.7 billion (P660,125,700,000) coming from $8 billion (P451,376,000,000) in 2023, according to Forbes magazine......»»
Recall issued for 318,000 vehicles due to potential airbag issues
Stellantis Recalls 318,000 Vehicles Over Air Bag Defect Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler and Dodge, has announced a recall of 318,000 vehicles due to.....»»
Igsoon ni Ricardo Cepeda nangayo og donasyon para sa iyang kaso
Pinaagi sa iyang gi-sugdan nga “Go Fund Me,” nangayo og donasyon si Robert Go, ang kaluha sa aktor nga si Ricardo Cepeda, alang sa galasto-an sa iyang kaso. Nanghinaot si Robert ug ang pamilya ni Ricardo nga makatigum sila og $30,000 o P150,000. Sa pagkakaron naa pa lang sa $6,813 o P34,000 ang ilang natigum.....»»
Closure of 2,000 lotto outlets probed
The House of Representatives on Tuesday investigated the closure of some 2,000 lotto outlets by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office.The House of Representatives on Tuesday investigated the closure of some 2,000 lotto outlets by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office......»»
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......»»
2 die in Luzon road mishaps
Two people died in separate motorcycle accidents that occurred in Pangasinan and Kalinga on Sunday......»»
3 die in Quezon province road mishap
Three people including minors died while seven others were injured in a smashup involving three vehicles in this town before dawn yesterday......»»
2 riders die in motorcycle crash in Philippines
MANILA, May 30 (Xinhua) -- A motorcycle driver and his passenger were killed after their vehicle crashed into a roadside electric post in Rizal province, east of Manila, early Thursday morning, police said. Police said the crash, which happened at around 1 a.m. local time in Pililla town, sent the two hurtled into the road, and the two sustained critical injuries. Police added that both victims died while.....»»
‘Hope it’s our turn’: Meralco eyes breakthrough PH Cup finals after dragging Ginebra to Game 7
Meralco has never won in a best-of-seven series in franchise history, but the Bolts have a chance to change that as they force a do-or-die Game 7 against Barangay Ginebra in their PBA Philippine Cup semifinals.....»»