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Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles
The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»
FACT CHECK | Constitutionality, not ‘noble intentions’, basis for allowing joint ventures in West Philippine Sea – Supreme Court
In her column published on manilatimes.net on Dec. 23, 2023, Anna Malindog-Uy proposed, among others, possible joint ventures in the utilization of the resources in the South China Sea to pave the way for a non-confrontational resolution of maritime and territorial claims involving the Philippines and China. The article consistently used the term South China […].....»»
‘CIA with BA’ sinorpresa si Pia Cayetano sa kanyang 58th birthday
SINORPRESA si Sen. Pia Cayetano ng kanyang mga co-host — ang kapatid na si Alan Peter at Boy Abunda — sa nakaraang episode ng “CIA with BA” para sa kanyang ika-58 na kaarawan. Ikinubli ng programa sa segment na “Salamat” ang sorpresa nang magpakita sila ng video tribute para kay Pia, mga video greeting mula.....»»
Pia Cayetano is first woman to lead Senate blue ribbon committee in Senate’s 106-year history
Senator Pia Cayetano replaces Senator Francis Tolentino, who resigned from his position to prepare for his reelection bid in 2025.....»»
Mga OFW sa death row pinasasalba habang Ramadan
Dapat isulong ng gobyerno ang pagsalba sa mga overseas Filipino worker na nasa death row dahil tuwing Ramadan isinasaisip ng mga Muslim ang pagpapatawad sa nagkasala, ayon sa isang kongresista. The post Mga OFW sa death row pinasasalba habang Ramadan first appeared on Abante......»»
Rama to his critics: Reflect before you criticize me
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama urged his critics to reflect on their actions before making negative comments about him. He emphasized the importance of self-reflection rather than resorting to criticism. His comments were made in response to criticism from Lawyer Jose Daluz III, chairman of the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD),.....»»
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics.....»»
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics.....»»
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics.....»»
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics
‘Shogun’ gets A+ from critics.....»»
Rama says critics just jealous
Rama says critics just jealous.....»»
Emmys, Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice 2024: Where to stream Hollywood’s biggest awards shows
Get ready to cheer on big silverscreen hits like "Barbie," "Oppenheimer," and "Killers of the Flower Moon," as well as TV gems such as "The Bear," "Ted Lasso," "Succession," "House of the Dragon," and so much more at the 2024 Emmys, Golden Globes, and Critics’ Choice Awards this January......»»
Stereotypical
By LILAC MARIE ALMONGUERRA Bulatlat.com Being a woman is easy Because all you do is follow orders Being a woman is easy Because beauty is all that matters Being a woman is easy Because all you need to do is find a man Being a woman is easy Because men love being invited by short… The post Stereotypical appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
China slams Germany for meddling in South China Sea row
Insisting anew on its claim of owning almost the entire South China Sea China has lashed back at other non-Association of Southeast Asian Nations countries allegedly meddling in the maritime disputes of the region......»»
3 BEST Soviet movies about pirates
In the Soviet Union, movies about pirates were mainly screen adaptations of Western novels about ruthless English cut-throats and Spanish galleons full of gold. But, at times, there were original stories in which Soviet seamen confronted sea bandits. Below are the three best Soviet movies about pirates. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel was adapted for the screen three times in the USSR. In add.....»»
3 BEST Soviet movies about pirates
In the Soviet Union, movies about pirates were mainly screen adaptations of Western novels about ruthless English cut-throats and Spanish galleons full of gold. But, at times, there were original stories in which Soviet seamen confronted sea bandits. Below are the three best Soviet movies about pirates. Robert Louis Stevenson's famous novel was adapted for the screen three times in the USSR. In add.....»»
Endangered green sea turtle ‘Liit’ released back to sea
Endangered green sea turtle ‘Liit’ released back to sea.....»»
China urges ROK to stay prudent on South China Sea issue: Chinese FM
BEIJING, March 28 (Xinhua) -- China urges the Republic of Korea (ROK) to stay prudent when it comes to the South China Sea issue, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday. Lin made the remarks at a regular press briefing when responding to a media query about ROK Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's biased and unfactual comments on the South China Sea issue over the past few days. "China.....»»
Ensuring the biodiversity of the VIP
The beauty of our marine resources is not immediately obvious to most of the population, especially if they are not near the sea or are not sea lovers......»»
Marcos laughs off talk on substance abuse
President Marcos yesterday laughed off the claim that he was abusing illegal drugs, an allegation that stemmed from supposedly leaked documents being peddled online by his critics......»»