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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 20
KABUL -- The Afghan caretaker government has allowed girls graduating from 12th grade to get admission to state-owned medical institutes, state-run Bakhtar news agency reported on Tuesday. "The enrolment of girls who graduated from 12th grade has started in state-run medical institutes in Kapisa, Parwan, Panjshir, Wardak, Ghazni, Paktika, Logar, Khost, Badakhshan, Paktia and Bamyan provinces," the media outlet r.....»»
‘Mean Girls’ movie magbabalik big screen makalipas ang 2 dekada
MAGKAKAROON ng reboot at modern take ang 2004 hit movie na “Mean Girls.” Ang American musical teen comedy film na may kaparehong titulo ay nakatakdang ipalabas sa mga lokal na sinehan sa darating na February 7. Kalalabas lang ng official trailer nito noong January 12 at mapapanood na ang bagong pelikula ay tila pinagsama ang.....»»
K-pop fandoms join hands to raise funds for Girls Can campaign
Globe, through its KmmunityPH online K-culture community, recently partnered up with several K-pop girl group fandoms to raise funds for World Vision’s "Girls Can" campaign......»»
Mean Girls movie musical premiering on February 7
The new iteration of "Mean Girls," based on the stage musical which was inspired by the 2004 original movie starring Lindsay Lohan, opens in Philippine cinemas on February 7......»»
DOF: GFIs can seek extended relief after Maharlika infusion
Government financial institutions Land Bank of the Philippines and Development Bank of the Philippines will likely seek an extension of its regulatory relief following contributions to the country’s sovereign wealth fund......»»
Jobstreet by SEEK Releases 2024 Compensation and Benefits Report
As the employment landscape starts to rapidly evolve, the newly released Jobstreet by SEEK 2024 Hiring, Compensation and Benefits Report revealed that more companies are open to offering new forms of compensation and benefits to attract and retain top talents. This resulted in additional benefits, shifted priorities, and most notably, salary increases. To obtain this […].....»»
Jets approve QB Wilson to seek trade, wont tag Huff
The New York Jets are making headlines in the NFL world as they have granted permission for quarterback Zach Wilson and his agent to seek.....»»
FPRRD to deal with ICC probe, won’t seek help from PBBM
FORMER President Rodrigo Duterte will be dealing with the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) probe regarding his administration's war on drugs, and won't seek any help from his successor, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr......»»
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......»»
Carlos Yulo wins bronze in Baku World Cup
MANILA, Philippines – Carlos Yulo managed to reach the podium in his first high-caliber foreign meet since a world championship stint nearly half a year back. The Filipino gymnastics star punctuated his stint in the Baku, Azerbaijan leg of the 2024 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Series with a bronze medal in the men’s floor.....»»
BDO to merge with subsidiary that owns Podium Mall
BDO announced that its board of directors approved a merger between BDO and SM Keppel Land, with BDO as the surviving entity......»»
SMC to finish SLEX upgrade by December
San Miguel Corp. has committed to finish the expansion of the South Luzon Expressway in time for the holidays in December as it announced a progress rate of 70 percent as of yesterday......»»
Saso falters at the finish, settles for 70
Yuka Saso surged forward on moving day but encountered setbacks down the stretch, carding a 70 Saturday (Sunday Manila time) to all but bow out of contention in the Chevron Championship heading to a wild finish at the Woodlands in Texas......»»
Ranido earns 4th place finish in 18th DATBI invitational kegfest
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Nestor Ranido of the Sugbuanon Bowlers United (SUGBU) had a decent fourth place finish in the mixed senior masters division of the 18th Dagupan Association of Tenpin Bowlers, Inc. (DATBI) Invitational Open Championships held at the CSI The City Mall in Dagupan City, northern Luzon on Friday, April 19. Ranido capped.....»»
Brooks vows to ‘finish’ Pacio in ONE rematch
ONE Championship strawweight MMA champion Jarred Brooks is aiming for a finish against Filipino contender Joshua Pacio in the ONE 166 Qatar scheduled Friday, the American fighter said......»»
'SerbisyoBandera: Bagong port sa Batangas naghahanap ng ‘skilled’ workers
BAGONG bukas na negosyo? Nako, automatic niyan ay naghahanap sila ng mga empleyado. Katulad na lamang ng bagong terminal and shipment port na itinayo sa Brgy. San Juan sa Mabini, Batangas – ang Mabini Batangas Premier Terminal Inc. (MBPTI). Ayon sa presidente ng MBTI na si Dondon Portugal, marami ang pwedeng maging trabaho sa kanilang.....»»
Quezon City: Face to face class suspension policy only for basic ed
The Quezon City government’s policy on automatic class suspensions due to extreme heat only covers public elementary and high schools......»»
Top Contenders Peaking Ahead of March Madness in AP Top 25 Womens Basketball Poll
The NCAA women’s basketball tournament is quickly approaching, with Selection Sunday less than a week away. Several top teams have already secured automatic bids and.....»»
EDITORIAL Shooting itself in the foot
As the lead organization in maintaining peace and order, the Philippine National Police must know what it is doing in authorizing civilians to own semi-automatic rifles and 7.62mm-caliber firearms......»»
PNP, senators clash on rifle ownership
The Philippine National Police and some senators yesterday aired opposing views on civilians owning semi-automatic rifles......»»