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DOLE to issue revised IRR for Service Charge Law
The Department of Labor and Employment will be issuing the revised implementing rules and regulations or IRR of the Service Charge Law......»»
Cone takes charge at Gilas
Coach Tim Cone, the chief architect of Gilas Pilipinas’ gutsy rise back to the Asian Games summit after 61 long years, will be in charge of the Nationals’ program moving forward......»»
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......»»
Getting richer?
The Economist, a respected publication that usually tells you the whole story, has come up with a report on the Philippines titled: Without fanfare, the Philippines is getting richer. If you only read the headline, you would think it is an advertorial supplement bought by the government......»»
Our story in DC
This is a story of many stories and it begins with a group of Filipino bandsmen who tramped through a snowstorm while playing Wagner, Beethoven and what-have-you, here in the US capital more than a hundred years ago......»»
PBA D-League- Puno, Calimag take charge as San Beda staves off CEU scare, forces semis decider
PBA D-League: Puno, Calimag take charge as San Beda staves off CEU scare, forces semis decider ABS-CBN News.....»»
Liza Marcos sa mga palpak na gabinete: `If I’m in charge, lahat sila patay’
Sinabi ni First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos na nakikita ng mga miyembro ng gabinete at ibang mga opisyal ng gobyerno na hindi siya nakikialam sa trabaho ng Pangulo at minsan lamang siya sumilip sa opisina nito. The post Liza Marcos sa mga palpak na gabinete: `If I’m in charge, lahat sila patay’ first appeared on Abante......»»
‘WATER MEANS LIFE’ | Baciwa-PrimeWater urged to reduce minimum water charge
‘WATER MEANS LIFE’ | Baciwa-PrimeWater urged to reduce minimum water charge.....»»
Sulaiman retracts statement, clears Jumawan of fraud charge
Sulaiman retracts statement, clears Jumawan of fraud charge.....»»
11 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index on Black Saturday
MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in 11 areas of the country is expected to reach the “danger” level on Black Saturday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Based on its forecast as of 5 p.m. on Friday, the following areas will fall under the “danger” category today: READ:Pagasa: Heat index.....»»
Beyoncé becomes first Black woman to claim top spot on Billboard’s country music chart
LOS ANGELES — Beyoncé made history once again: The superstar singer has become the first Black woman to top Billboard’s country music chart. The Grammy winner achieved the feat after her new single “Texas Hold ‘Em” reached No. 1 on the country airplay chart this week. She dropped the song on Feb. 11 — during.....»»
Smaller crowd joins CDO’s Black Nazarene procession
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews / 9 January) – Thousands of devotees braved the cold weather Tuesday dawn to join the “traslacion” or procession of the Black Nazarene, with the crowd conspicuously smaller compared to the past years as the city government did not declare today, January 9, a holiday, an official said. Although fewer […].....»»
Feast of the Black Nazarene: Why it should be a national feast pending Vatican approval
For a country that is replete with festivals all-year round, no time is wasted for the big events to commence — and the first one for Year 2024, the Feast of the Black Nazarene, takes place on Tuesday, January 9......»»
Pagasa: Heat index in Cebu to hit 37°C on Black Saturday
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Expect hotter temperatures on Black Saturday in Metro Cebu and the rest of the province, with the maximum heat index forecast reaching 37 degrees Celsius. This forecast has been issued by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) Visayas Regional Services Division on Saturday, March 30. READ MORE: Sunny.....»»
19-year-old killed in collision with counterflowing black taxi in Liloan
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 19-year-old motorcycle driver died while his passenger remains confined in a hospital in a bloody collision with a counterflowing black taxi in Liloan town at dawn on Sunday, March 3. The victim was identified as Chris John Barro Fontanoza, who is from the neighboring town of Consolacion. The backriding passenger,.....»»
Jack Black releases Tenacious D cover of Britney Spears ...Baby One More Time
Comedian Jack Black dropped a full cover of Britney Spears' "...Baby One More Time" by his band Tenacious D, recorded for the fourth and latest installment of the "Kung Fu Panda" franchise......»»
Grey list
Grey is just a shade lighter than black. Being on the grey list is just one grade better than being on the black list. Not too many shades there......»»
Jodi Sta. Maria adopts another pet, a black puppy named Lily
The family of actress Jodi Sta. Maria just got bigger following the adoption of a black puppy named Lily......»»
Health workers to mount ‘Black Hearts Day’ protest
Health care workers will hold a nationwide protest on Valentine’s Day, dubbed the “Black Hearts Day Protest,” to demand a salary increase and the release of their overdue benefits and allowances......»»
Authorities prepare tight security for CDO’s Black Nazarene procession
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews / 8 January) — Hundreds of police personnel were given last-minute instructions Monday afternoon, hours before their deployment to secure the “traslacion” of the Black Nazarene here, which is expected to gather a huge crowd of devotees. Colonel Wilbur Salaguste, Philippine National Police – Region 10 (PNP-10) operations head, said […].....»»