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PUJ driver offers free rides, snacks to passengers on his birthday

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — A jeepney driver from Balud, San Fernando, offered free rides to his passengers on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, as he celebrated his 53rd birthday. Catalino Villasan said that he has been doing this since 2018. In addition to the free rides, he also gave free burgers to his first 60 passengers......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

P250 billion needed to provide water for 40 million Pinoys

The government needs at least P250 billion to provide potable water and sanitation to at least 40 million Filipinos with no access yet to clean and safe drinking water, a ranking official of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

NWRB cuts water supply for Metro next month

The National Water Resources Board will slash the water allocation for Metro Manila to 48 cubic meters per second from 50 cms starting mid-April to conserve water supply that has been impacted by the ongoing El Niño......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Solon pushes creation of Dept of Water Resource Management

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A lawmaker is pushing for the establishment of a national framework for water resource management that is spelled out in the proposed Department of Water Resources Management (DWRM) as a long-term solution to water shortage in the country. Agri Partylist Representative Wilber Lee said that the DWRM will bring together 32.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Muntinlupa offers free drinking water to residents

The city government of Muntinlupa will give free drinking water to its residents starting today amid the scorching heat being experienced in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

Mikey Belmonte bags Water Warrior Award

Quezon City Councilor Belmonte was conferred the “Water Warrior Award for Advocacy Leadership” during the 2024 World Water Day Awards in recognition of his contributions as an active partner of Maynilad in championing access to safe water, reliable sanitation and environmental responsibility......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

MCWD water deficit now affects 50,000 households in Metro Cebu

CEBU CITY, Philippines – As the internal political strife surrounding the Metropolitan Cebu Water District or MCWD continues, the shortage of water faced by residents has also persisted. Currently, the water deficit in the MCWD has now reached 50,000 cubic meters per day. This equates to 50,000 households experiencing water supply issues, with each household.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

‘No water interruption until April 30’

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has assured Metro Manila residents of uninterrupted water supply until April 30 after the plan to decrease the water allocation starting April 16 was shelved as the water level in Angat Dam remained above 195 meters yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

Task force to public: Continue water conservation

As the water level in major dams can drop further during the dry months, the Task Force El Niño is urging the public to continue conserving water to avert a possible water crisis, especially in Metro Manila......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

El Niño impact: 30M liters of water lost due to dry spell, says MCWD

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The hot season brought by the El Niño has significantly impacted the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) water facility. It was evident in the production of MCWD’s surface water facilities in Barangay Jaclupan in Talisay City and Barangay Lusaran in Cebu City, said MCWD Chair, Lawyer Jose Daluz III, in a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Manila Water explores Pangasinan supply deal

The consortium of Manila Water Co. Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Manila Water Philippine Ventures continue to explore water supply partnerships with the Provincial Government of Pangasinan as it looks to revive the recently terminated concession agreement between the two......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Free leptospirosis meds, anti-tetanus vaccines for flood-affected residents

Summary: The Davao City Health Office (CHO) is providing free medicines for leptospirosis and anti-tetanus shots to residents affected by floods. Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, CHO Officer-In-Charge, announced the availability of these medications during a media forum, emphasizing their dispatch during emergencies. He highlighted the proactive response of health district staff, ensuring that evacuation centers are equipped with prophylaxis for leptospirosis. Additionally, tetanus toxoid, dressings, and antibiotics are available for flood-related injuries. Ababon emphasized that these services and medications are provided free of charge. He advised seeking a doctor's guidance for the dosage of prophylaxis medicine, as well as the administration of antibiotics due to potential allergies. Despite recording 17 cases of leptospirosis in the first two weeks of the month, no related deaths were reported. This initiative aims to safeguard the health of flood-affected residents in Davao City......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

DigiPlus allots P100 million for corporate outreach

Listed retail gaming provider DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is raising five-fold its planned spending on various projects and initiatives that provide support to important causes through the BingoPlus Foundation......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Manila Water ramps up deep well output

Razon-led Manila Water Co. Inc. is planning to boost its deep well production to around 80 million liters per day (MLD) before the government implements the reduced water allocation for Metro Manila in the coming weeks......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

BDO funds projects to address water crisis

Three major projects that address water scarcity and preserve clean water resources benefited from a $100-million blue bond issuance of BDO Unibank Inc......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Manila Water distribution network stretches to 5,445 km

East zone concessionaire Manila Water Co. Inc. has further expanded its water connection network to over 5,400 kilometers, serving 7.6 million customers nationwide......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force

The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union.   "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Manila Water borrows $110 million for refinancing

The holding company of Razon-led Manila Water Co. Inc. for its international ventures secured a $110 million three-year loan from two Singapore-based banks to refinance its existing debt......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Marcos: PH, South Korea to sign free trade pact this year

President Marcos believes that the Philippines and South Korea will approve their free trade agreement (FTA) this year. He also aims for a separate deal to grant duty-free access for certain Philippine products to the South Korean market. The FTA, signed in September 2023 during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Indonesia, is.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

What examples of comparison-free joy have influenced your life?

What examples of comparison-free joy have influenced your life? How does remembering your place in the body of Christ free you from the need to compare yourself to others?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024