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WHO sounds alarm over rising measles cases in Western Pacific region

MANILA, March 1 (Xinhua) -- The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday expressed alarm over a 255 percent increase in measles cases in 2023 from a year earlier in the Western Pacific Region due to gaps in vaccination coverage, disease surveillance, and travel of people from countries experiencing outbreaks. The UN health agency said the region recorded 5,044 cases in 2023, higher than that in 2021 and 2022 co.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Bea Alonzo files Cyber Libel charges vs Cristy Fermin, Ogie Diaz, others

Actress Bea Alonzo has filed three separate Cyber Libel cases against showbiz columnists Cristy Fermin and Ogie Diaz along with their co-hosts in their respective online programs......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Bea Alonzo files cyber libel charges vs Cristy Fermin, Ogie Diaz, others

Actress Bea Alonzo has filed three separate cyber libel cases against showbiz columnists Cristy Fermin and Ogie Diaz along with their co-hosts in their respective online programs......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Makati files graft raps vs 3 Taguig employees

The local government of Makati yesterday filed graft cases against three Taguig City Hall employees before the Office of the Ombudsm.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Who is Atty. Kent Francesco Jongoy, the newly endorsed CBRT project manager?

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama has recently endorsed a new project manager for the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project. Meet incoming CBRT project manager Lawyer Kent Francesco Jongoy, the assistant head of the Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO), the head of its Public Mass Transportation Division, and its legal officer......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Newly endorsed CBRT manager Jongoy awaits formal appointment

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The newly endorsed Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) manager, Lawyer Kent Francesco Jongoy, said he’ll assume the role once formally appointed. Jongoy, also the legal officer of the Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO), clarified this in a phone interview with CDN Digital. His response came after CBRT’s statement on their Facebook page.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Traffic rerouted on Osmeña Blvd to remove skywalks affected by Cebu BRT project

The CCTO says they initially planned to close the road next week, but had to do it sooner to prioritize safety.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Sinulog 2024: Modern jeepneys to ply SRP routes on Jan. 21 festival

CEBU CITY, Philippines — There will be modern public utility jeepneys (MPUJs) that will be operating on the day of the ritual showdown. This was confirmed by Lawyer Kent Franceso Jongoy, legal officer of Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO). Jongoy said that among the issues that they encountered in last year’s Sinulog was the lack.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Sinulog 2024 grand parade traffic scheme

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Sinulog grand ritual showdown is around the corner, and the preparation for the traffic scheme on Sinulog day is in full swing. The Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO) will be opening F. Vestil St. as a one-way traffic to enter the entrance of the South Road Properties (SRP). READ: LIST:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

No-parking signages in vicinity of Basilica removed 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — More parking spaces will now be available in the vicinity of the Basilica Minore Del Sto. Niño in Barangay Sto. Niño here. This after Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama ordered the Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO) to remove all the no-parking signages within the vicinity of the Basilica.  He also ordered the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

QC court convicts bus drivers over death of journalist Chit Estella

Both bus drivers "had the last clear chance to avoid the collision had they exercised reasonable care and precaution in driving their respective buses," the decision said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers - Philippine Canadian Inquirer

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers Philippine Canadian Inquirer.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

DSWD to help jeepney drivers affected by PUVMP

The Department of Social Welfare and Development is ready to provide assistance to jeepney operators and drivers affected by the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), a DSWD official said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

Jeepney drivers in Philippines to go on 3-day strike starting Monday

MANILA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Jeepney drivers in the Philippines will mount a three-day nationwide strike starting Monday to protest the government's plans to remove decades-old jeepneys off the streets. The transport strike, which will run until May 1, has prompted the Department of Education to order all public schools nationwide to resort to online classes on April 29 and 30. The educational directive w.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

Jeepney drivers, operators prod SC on TRO vs PUVMP

Jeepney drivers and operators yesterday asked the Supreme Court to act on their petition for a temporary restraining order against the government’s public utility vehicle modernization program ahead of the April 30 franchise consolidation deadline......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 23rd, 2024

500 MPUV drivers fear income loss after CBRT package 1 s completion

500 MPUV drivers fear income loss after CBRT package 1 s completion.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Baste to use rattan stick on abusive cab drivers

Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte took to social media to warn taxi drivers against charging airport passengers with fixed rates......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 21st, 2024

Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization

“Most members in my group are seniors,” he said, “My father is 72 years old, yet he drives every day because he doesn't want to rely on his children. He needs money for medication, electricity and water to survive. Where will they find a livelihood? I’m sure no company would want to hire them anymore, right?” The post Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Striking drivers, operators face financial woes

For single-unit operators like Chel Mallonga, 45, the impact of the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) would be drastic. Once consolidation pushes through, single-unit operators will no longer be granted franchises. The post Striking drivers, operators face financial woes appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Candaba trike drivers get livelihood aid

Candaba trike drivers get livelihood aid.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024