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SINULOG 2024: What is the Devotee City?

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Devotees of Señor Santo Niño are widely recognized for their deep religious convictions and practices, particularly during the annual Sinulog Festival in Cebu, held every January. With the annual influx of devotees to Cebu City for the Sinulog Festival and the attendance of novena masses for the Fiesta Señor, the city.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Davao Light pushes for paperless billing

The Davao Light and Power Co., Inc. (Davao Light) is advocating for paperless billing, citing its positive impact on the environment. Fermin Edillon, the head of the Reputation Enhancement Department at Davao Light, emphasized the company's large customer base and the significant paper consumption associated with traditional billing. He highlighted the environmental benefits of opting for paperless bills, urging Dabawenyos to consider this eco-friendly alternative. Despite the availability of paperless billing options, Edillon acknowledged that some still prefer traditional paper bills. However, Davao Light has enhanced its paperless bill services, offering options such as the MobileAP app for internet users and the Ebill text option for those without internet access. While promoting paperless billing, Edillon clarified that traditional paper bills will still be available. Residents expressed support for paperless billing, citing its convenience, but also emphasized the need for considerations, especially for those less proficient with technology. The push for paperless billing aligns with efforts to reduce environmental impact and enhance customer convenience......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Philippines, US air forces back together for Cope Thunder

The Philippine Air Force and the US Pacific Air Force are set to embark on joint exercises – involving their advanced fighter jets – from April 8 to 19 for this year’s iteration of Cope Thunder, an annual air defense and offense training event to be held in Luzon......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Man held for gun-toting in Quezon City road rage

A man was arrested for allegedly brandishing a firearm during a road rage incident along P. Tuazon Boulevard in Cubao, Quezon City on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

2 men held for raping girls

Two men were arrested in separate operations for allegedly raping girls under 10 years old......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Peace and order refresher seminar for brgy tanods

THE peace and order seminar, held at Ayala Malls Abreeza on February 28, 2024, served as a refresher for barangay tanods in the first district of Davao City, according to Stella Acosta, chief of staff at the Office of Councilor Atty. Luna S. Acosta......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

BAI: Gamefowls from US negative for bird flu

The Bureau of Animal Industry has released the 378 gamefowls held at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport after the birds tested negative for avian influenza......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

DLSU unveils finalists for 2024 Lasallian Scholarum Awards

De La Salle University (DLSU) announces the finalists for this year’s Lasallian Scholarum Awards (LSA), an annual event recognizing outstanding media coverage of the youth and education sectors, which will be held on March 20, 2024 at DLSU Manila. Focusing on the theme “Youth Beat,” the 19th LSA honors professional and student journalists whose outstanding […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

CEU gets back at PCU, boosts bid for UCAL semis bonus

Centro Escolar University exacted sweet revenge over Philippine Christian University-Dasmarinas, 62-53, and boosted its bid for a twice-to-beat advantage in the quarters of the Universities and Colleges Athletic League-PG Flex Linoleum Season 6 held Thursday at the Paco Arena in San Juan......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Record Week for S& P 500: Live Updates on Stock Futures – The Daily Guardian

U.S. Stock Futures Flat as S&P 500 Breaks Records U.S. stock futures held steady on Sunday night, maintaining the momentum from a record-breaking week for.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

DTI warns vs buying mystery parcels

The public should be careful in in buying mystery parcels or boxes as they may be held liable for violating the anti-fencing law for buying illegally obtained items, the Department of Trade and Industry said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Public servants’ code of conduct, ethical standards

The Center for Global Best Practices will hold a special online training titled Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and Employees to be held on Feb. 23 from 1:30 to 4:45 p.m. via Zoom......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Lapu-Lapu: 2 from city hospital fail drug test, risk termination

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – Two of the more than a hundred employees of the Lapu-Lapu City Hospital tested positive for illegal drugs use during a surprise drug test held on Friday. Garry Lao, executive director of the City of Lapu-Lapu Office for Substance Abuse Prevention (CLOSAP), said the two employees risk termination from government service......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

Trkiye: Ensure Accountability for Deaths in Earthquake

The Turkish government has an obligation to ensure that public officials responsible for thousands of defective buildings that collapsed in the February 6, 2023 earthquakes, are held accountable, Human Rights Watch said today. The earthquakes, which devastated Trkiye's southeastern provinces, left more than 50,000 people dead and hundreds of thousands injured.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Rama: 1 sack of rice for hardworking rank and file employees

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama will give a sack of rice to City Hall employees who worked hard for the success of the recent Sinulog. Rama made this pronouncement during his speech in the awarding ceremony of Sinulog 2024 held on Monday, Jan. 22, at the South Road Properties (SRP). “Those.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Gatchalian wants to hold gencos accountable for power outages

Power-generating companies that are unable to provide a stable and steady supply of electricity should be held accountable for outages that result in economic losses, according to Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Mike Rama: Sinulog 2025 ‘must be in SRP’

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Sinulog Festival in 2025 will still be held in the South Road Properties (SRP). “It must be in SRP,” Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama said in an interview on Sunday afternoon, January 21. For Rama, the SRP remains the best venue for the annual festival. Some of the spectators in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Tens of thousands rally for release of hostages in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Tens of thousands of Israelis poured into "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv on Saturday evening to join the families of those held captive by Hamas in Gaza for a 24-hour vigil to mark 100 days since they were abducted and demand their return. Organisers said that an estimated 120,000 people attended the opening hours of the event at the plaza outside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which be.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Tens of thousands rally for release of hostages in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Tens of thousands of Israelis poured into "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv on Saturday evening to join the families of those held captive by Hamas in Gaza for a 24-hour vigil to mark 100 days since they were abducted and demand their return. Organisers said that an estimated 120,000 people attended the opening hours of the event at the plaza outside the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which be.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Beautycon 2024: Highlights, spotted celebs, top brands from the beauty event of the year

For the first time ever, SM Beauty, Watsons and LOOK At Me got together to power Beautycon 2024, a free-entrance beauty and lifestyle event held from March 20 to 23 at SMX Manila Halls 1 and 2......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024