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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......»»
UK Labour’s foreign policy pitch maintains strong support for Ukraine
Labour's foreign policy chief David Lammy will reiterate Labour's desire for a new British-EU security pact.....»»
STATEMENT | Bulatlat reminds Philippine military of culpability in cyber-attacks and misinformation
Bulatlat maintains that these so-called “cyber security” efforts could mean online surveillance, distributed denial of service (DDOS) attacks, “fake news” and other forms of attacks aimed to suppress freedom of the press and of expression, as well as the people’s right to information. This issue was brought to the attention of the UN Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of the Right to Freedom of Opinion and Expression Irene Khan who will hold her official country visit next week. The post STATEMENT | Bulatlat reminds Philippine military of culpability in cyber-attacks and misinformation appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Arthur Nery has a new breakup song
The tune Segundo Seguro dropped only a few days ago but it is already showing unusual strength as it early on entered the Spotify chart with over three million streams......»»
Harnessing wind power: Santa Fe as next training ground for Olympic-bound kiteboarders
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Summer came in early this year in Santa Fe in Bantayan Island, Cebu. One weekend in February, kites were flying over the town’s coasts in Barangay Ocoy, dotting the skies in colorful specks. But these were not ordinary kites. Spanning up to 10 meters in width, which is equivalent to three,.....»»
Malixi slips with wind-blown 78, falls by 6
Rianne Malixi struggled in rainy, windy conditions and hobbled with a five-over 78 at the Yarra Yarra Golf Club, tumbling from joint second to a share of 13th halfway through the Australian Amateur......»»
Marcos calls warships, cyberattacks in WPS worrisome
He, however, stressed that these developments would not deter the government from “[defending] our territory and [continuing] to support all our fishermen who make their living from these fishing grounds.”.....»»
19 drug dens in CV shut down in a span of 4 months – PDEA-7
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A total of 19 drug dens from all over Central Visayas were successfully shut down by authorities in a span of 4 months. Leia Alcantara, spokesperson of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7), shared that this is the result of their anti-drug operations from January 1 to May.....»»
Shaira takes down Selos following copyright issue over Lenka song
Mindanao-based singer and "Queen of Bangsamoro Pop" Shaira Moro has taken down her viral song "Selos" on all streaming platforms after a copyright issue was raised......»»
From bar dancer to candle vendor: The strength and resolve of a Cebuano single mother
CEBU CITY, Philippines – They always say that mothers, especially single mothers have the toughest job in the world. From carrying a child for nine months in their wombs, to enduring the cramps and contractions during childbirth, to nurturing a toddler into adolescence, and even beyond, mothers indeed handle a myriad of challenges with unwavering.....»»
ARQ Boxing Stable’s Gura and Piala to debut in Japan
CEBU CITY, Philippines —ARQ Boxing Stable prospects Rodex “The Tank” Piala and Yerroge “The Scientific” Gura are set to make their debut in the bustling boxing scene in Japan in June. This announcement comes officially from ARQ Sports and strength and conditioning trainer Roger Justine Potot, confirming that both Piala and Gura are scheduled for.....»»
Schoeman, Visser rule IM 70.3 Lapu-Lapu
Rio Olympics bronze medalist Henri Schoeman and Els Visser of the Netherlands showcased their strength in the waters and the challenging terrain of the IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu, emerging victorious in exhilarating display of endurance and skill in Megaworld’s Mactan Newtown here yesterday......»»
‘Cashero’ bagong K-Drama ng Netflix, bida ang K-Pop idol na si Jun-ho ng 2PM
MAY upcoming Korean drama na aabangan sa Netflix! Ito ang “Cashero” na base sa widely acclaimed webtoon na may kaparehong titulo. “[It] follows the story of ordinary government employee Kang Sang-woong, who earns the special ability to gain as much strength as the cash he holds, causing him to empty his wallet to save the.....»»
Why the dollar is still strong
Despite the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, Fitch’s credit rating downgrade of the US, the lowering of the US credit rating outlook to negative by Moody’s and a growing US debt burden, the US dollar has regained its strength......»»
Why the dollar is still strong
Despite the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, Fitch’s credit rating downgrade of the US, the lowering of the US credit rating outlook to negative by Moody’s and a growing US debt burden, the US dollar has regained its strength......»»
We’re playing for her : Lady Spikers draw strength from sidelined Canino
The DLSU Lady Spikers are pushing to turn adversity into a source of motivation, as they face the challenge of an unfortunate non-volleyball related injury to ace hitter Angel Canino smack in the middle of their title retention bid in UAAP Season 86......»»
Asia-Pacific women fight foreign exploitation
"We have a lot of platforms where we can show our defiance and our strength. The moment women chose to take the path of armed struggle, they already defied the macho-feudal imperialist system that says that only men can topple the system or become part of the revolutionary army." The post Asia-Pacific women fight foreign exploitation appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Retail Sales in US Fall Short of Expectations Following Previous Month’s Decline
US retail sales saw a slight increase of 0.6% in February, falling short of predictions and sparking worries about consumer spending strength. This uptick follows.....»»
La Salle continues to seek full potential after masterclass vs UE
The DLSU Lady Spikers have yet to reach their maximum strength as the first round reaches its final stretch in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament......»»
Dollar strength, Asian challenges
Recent robust US economic data (nonfarm payrolls, January CPI figures) have dashed hopes for a March rate cut by the Fed......»»