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Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces

The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Quiboloy not ‘armed and dangerous’ even with 19 guns – PNP

MANILA, Philippines — Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC) founder Apollo Quiboloy, who has an arrest warrant for sexual abuse, is not considered “armed and dangerous” even though he has 19 assorted firearms, the spokesman of the Philippine National Police (PNP), Col. Jean Fajardo said, in a press conference on Monday. Fajardo explained that under the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

PNP prepares for Acorda’s retirement

The Philippine National Police has started preparations for the change-of-command ceremony and retirement honors for PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

‘Policewoman’ nabbed, charged for unauthorized use of PNP uniform, ID

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – A 44-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday night, February 27, for the unauthorized use of the athletic uniform of the Philippine National Police (PNP). Myrlin Plandes Beard, a resident of BSP Camp Upper Banica, in Brgy. Lahug, Cebu City, was arrested at a police checkpoint along Zuellig St. in Barangay Subangdaku at.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

PNP inks deal to bolster legal aid for cops

The Philippine National Police has signed an agreement with the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Inc. to boost legal support for PNP personnel......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Sandigan denies ex-PNP exec’s bid to junk helicopter case

The Sandiganbayan has denied a bid by former Senior Police Officer 4 Ma. Linda Padojinog to dismiss the graft case against her that stemmed from the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) purchase of allegedly overpriced, second-hand helicopters in 2009......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

PNP won’t intervene in people’s initiative

The Philippine National Police will not intervene in the signature campaign seeking to amend the 1987 Constitution as long as it does not lead to violations of the law, according to PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr., after former president Rodrigo Duterte called on security forces to “protect” the Charter......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Campaign launched vs display of PNP, TEAM stickers on private vehicles

MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – The display of stickers bearing the name and logo of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Traffic Enforcement Agency of Mandaue (TEAM) is prohibited, especially on privately owned vehicles. TEAM Asst. Department Head Hyll Retuya said this could create confusion and give the impression that the vehicle owner was a.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

PNP chief to kick out more scalawags

To make the most out of his term to improve the image of the Philippine National Police, PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. vowed to kick out more scalawags in their organization......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Star Magic nagbabala sa pekeng PBB audition; libreng treat sa iWantTFC

NAG-WARNING ang talent agency ng ABS-CBN na Star Magic sa publiko hinggil sa mga naglipanang online syndicate at scammers sa social media. May mga sindikato kasing nambibiktima sa mga inosenteng kababayan natin na nagpapakilalang konektado sa reality show na “Pinoy Big Brother” at nagsasagawa ng pekeng audition. Sa isang official statement na inilabas ng Star Magic.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

Bacolod horrified by discovery of dumped frozen body parts near NBI, capitol

Bacolod Mayor Albee Benitez, furious, says the dumping of body parts was the handiwork of a 'syndicate'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

‘Golden Triangle ring still a threat’

The Chinese-run Golden Triangle syndicate remains a threat, but the government is taking steps to reduce its influence in the country, anti-narcotics officials said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Leader of gunrunning reservists, ex-soldiers falls

A 51-year-old man suspected of leading a gunrunning syndicate composed of reservists and former soldiers was arrested in Muntinlupa on Tuesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

CitySavings Named One of the 2024 Philippines’ Growth Champions

City Savings Bank (CitySavings) continues to cement its position to become the leading mass market bank in the country with its inclusion as one of the 2024 Philippines’ Growth Champions.  The Philippine Daily Inquirer released the report with international market research firm Statista. This year’s Philippines’ Growth Champions are companies with remarkable growth and resilience […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Sunset Kayak

SUNSET KAYAK. A woman kayaks while the sun sets behind Unib Island, locally known as Lalaking Bukid, at a beach in Barangay Sta. Cruz, San Jose, Dinagat Islands province on Sunday, 10 March 2024. MindaNews photo by IVY MARIE MANGADLAO.....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Isabel Oli balik-showbiz na; umabot na sa 185 ang talent ng Cornerstone

HALOS magkasing-level na pagdating sa pagma-manage ng artists ang talent management ng ABS-CBN na Star Magic at ang Cornerstone Entertainment. Kaya namin ito nasabi ay dahil umabot na pala sa 185 artists ang mina-manage ni Erickson Raymudo, Presidente at CEO ng Cornerstone katuwang sina Jeff Vadillo (Vice President), Mac Merla, Caress Caballero at Cynthia Roque.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

REVIEW – San Rafael: Reminding us what teaching a love story is for

BOOK REVIEW: San Rafael by Leila Rispens-Noel8 Letters Bookstore & Publishing, 2023 One sweltering afternoon, Isabel headed for the lagoon. She walked through a rocky narrow track with dense cogon and other grasses on either side. Ice-cold water cascaded down the rocky hill, its roar filling the air. The water was crystal clear-clear enough to […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

PNP binalaan nagkakanlong: Quiboloy itinago sa bunker

Itinago umano sa underground bunker sa loob ng Kingdom of Jesus Christ sa Davao City ang founder nilang si Pastor Apollo Quiboloy upang makaiwas sa mga pulis na aaresto sa kanya. The post PNP binalaan nagkakanlong: Quiboloy itinago sa bunker first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Polis gidid-an sa PNP Chief nga mogamit sa cellphone

Polis gidid-an sa PNP Chief nga mogamit sa cellphone.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024