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Cebu City council seeks halt to CBRT construction due to heritage concerns

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Council resolved to halt the ongoing civil works of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project at the Cebu Provincial Capitol, citing concerns that the construction poses a visual intrusion on the iconic building. Vice Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia brought forth the motion, urging the Office of the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Gwen orders to halt Cebu BRT construction in heritage buffer zones

CEBU CITY, Philippines —  Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia has ordered proponents of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to halt civil works near Fuente Osmeña and the Capitol building for heritage protection purposes. Garcia has issued a memorandum, addressed to the Cebu BRT Team and the contractor, Hunan Road and Bridge Construction Group Ltd., to cease.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Cuenco calls for halt of BRT construction

Cuenco calls for halt of BRT construction.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Davao Bus Project to begin major infra construction

FOLLOWING the ceremonial signing of civil works contracts for the construction of the Davao Bus Project’s infrastructure facilities (e.g. terminals, depots and bus stops), the City Government of Davao extended its gratitude to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and appealed to the agency to guarantee appropriation necessary to deliver the project on time......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Capelinha pilgrim grounds construction underway

Capelinha pilgrim grounds construction underway.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Basic Energy, Renova sign MOU for construction of 50MW Mabini Wind Energy Project

I reported last week on Basic Energy and its progress toward signing a memorandum of understanding with Renova Inc. to set the framework for signing an eventual Joint Development and Shareholders Agreement for the construction of the 50MW Mabini Wind Energy Project......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

China says it opposes Philippine construction on Nansha Islands

China firmly opposes the Philippine side conducting any form of construction activity on the islands and reefs of China's Nansha Islands that it invaded and illegally occupied, a spokesperson for China's Defense Ministry said Thursday.  "China has indisputable sovereignty over the Nansha Islands and the adjacent waters, which is fully backed by historical and legal evidence," Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

China says it opposes Philippine construction on Nansha Islands

China firmly opposes the Philippine side conducting any form of construction activity on the islands and reefs of China's Nansha Islands that it invaded and illegally occupied, a spokesperson for China's Defense Ministry said Thursday.  "China has indisputable sovereignty over the Nansha Islands and the adjacent waters, which is fully backed by historical and legal evidence," Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Lazatin inspects construction of Pampang public market

Lazatin inspects construction of Pampang public market.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Construction of two super health centers in Caloocan underway

The construction of two super health centers in Caloocan, which aims to provide the best health services for residents of the city, is underway......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Sara reveals she will run in next polls

Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Megaworld’s Mactan Expo Center Set to be Completed in 2025, Ready for Big International Summits

Taking pride as the country’s largest hotel developer and operator today, property giant Megaworld has started the construction of the P1.5-billion Mactan Expo Center, which is scheduled for completion by next year. This modern state-of-the-art convention facility, which has a seating capacity of almost 3,000 for theater-style set-up, will be Cebu’s first and only standalone […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

DA wants P35 billion budget for rice program next year

The Department of Agriculture is seeking a 15 percent increase in the budget of its national rice program next year to further boost local rice production and ensure country’s food st.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Old school calendar returning next year

The Department of Education will commit to President Marcos’ decision to revert to the old school calendar by next year, according to an agency official......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Philippines says it can overtake Singapore next year as Asia s No. 2 casino hub

Philippines says it can overtake Singapore next year as Asia's No. 2 casino hub The Star Online.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Predator League headed for Malaysia next year

Next year's Asia Pacific Predator League grand finals will be "Truly Asia.".....»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

BSP may cut big banks’ RRR to 5 percent

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is looking at a significant reduction in the level of deposits banks are required to keep with the central bank after it starts  cutting interest rates this year, its top official said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated News14 hr. 19 min. ago

Sainthood process for Ilocos teen starts

The diocese of Laoag in Ilocos Norte has opened the process that may lead to the sainthood of 13-year-old Niña Ruiz Abad......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Student-biker gets free tuition ride from Angkas

JV Ambrosio is on his third year as an electrical engineering student at the University of the East in Manila. Packed with an academic load of 31 units, he starts his day early at 7 a.m. for his first class......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Big Dome, MOA eyed for FIVB world meet

The Philippines will be the only second Asian country, next to Japan, to host the FIVB Men’s World Championship when the 32 best teams in the world converge on local soil to duke it out for the coveted volley crown on Sept. 12 to 28 next year......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024