Davao Metro Shuttle declines offer to manage bus system
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 24 March) — The Davao Metro Shuttle Corporation has declined the offer of the City Government of Davao to operate the Davao City Public Transport Modernization Project (DCPTMP), a public mass transportation project that will replace the jeepneys with buses, an executive of the bus company said. In an interview at […].....»»
95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding
Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»
MMDA pasaway sa EDSA Busway, nag-sorry
Humingi ng paumanhin sa publiko si MMDA acting chairman Atty. Romando Artes matapos mahuli ang dalawang shuttle bus ng ahensiya na dumadaan sa EDSA Bus Carousel Lane. The post MMDA pasaway sa EDSA Busway, nag-sorry first appeared on Abante......»»
Travel agencies group warns about cheap, illegal operators
The Davao Travel Agencies Association (DTAA) has issued a warning about unregistered and illegal travel and tour operators in their area. These operators have been found to be offering travel and tour services without proper licensing, leading to issues such as lack of refunds, scheduling problems, and other travel arrangement discrepancies. Pia Partoza Montano, a travel agency owner and Vice-President for the Travel and Tours Sector of DTAA, emphasized the prevalence of these unauthorized operators, particularly in inbound tourism, and the challenges in monitoring and regulating them due to their large numbers. Montano also highlighted the potential risks associated with using these unregistered agencies, as they may offer cheaper rates but could lead to problems in case of incidents. To address this issue, the Department of Tourism-Davao (DOT-Davao) has introduced a QR code system to help the public verify the legitimacy of travel agencies by accessing data on authorized and registered operators. The DOT-Davao encourages travelers to transact with accredited enterprises to ensure the quality and reliability of their travel arrangements. Currently, there are at least 109 registered travel and tour agencies in Davao City under DOT-Davao's accreditation. The DOT-Davao also provides information on the requirements for registration and renewal for travel agencies on their official website. This warning serves as a reminder for the public to be cautious and discerning when engaging with travel and tour operators to avoid falling victim to unauthorized and illegitimate services......»»
Shear line affects over 80-K families in Davao
The shear line in the Davao Region has had a significant impact on over 80,000 families, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). The affected families are spread across Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental. Evacuation efforts have been underway, with some families still in shelters. Tragically, casualties have been reported, including fatalities and injuries due to landslides and flooding. The infrastructure has also suffered, with roads and bridges being blocked or damaged. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has been providing relief to affected residents, and the local government units have also contributed aid. In response to the shear line, the OCD-Davao has raised its Blue Alert status, emphasizing the need for intensified monitoring and immediate mobilization of resources. The situation remains challenging, with ongoing flooding and landslides affecting numerous areas in the region......»»
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......»»
BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»
Maco landslide: Apex Mining says 3 buses, jeepney waiting to shuttle workers accounted
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 10 February) – The three buses and a jeepney waiting for workers of Apex Mining Corp. were found buried in the landslide that hit Barangay Masara in Maco, Davao de Oro, the company said. In a statement sent to MindaNews Saturday, Ma. Teresa Lopez Pacis, Apex Mining assistant vice president for […].....»»
LTFRB-Davao to strictly monitor bus terminals for Holy Week
THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board Region-Davao Region (LTFRB-Davao) assures strict security measures in bus terminals in line with the observance of the Holy Week from March 24 to 31, 2024......»»
Dcott assists bus companies for Holy Week special permits
THE Davao City Overland Transport Terminal (Dcott) has collaborated with bus companies, ensuring they obtain or renew their special permits from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board-Davao Region (LTFRB-Davao) ahead of the anticipated surge in passengers during the upcoming Holy Week......»»
Unattended carton box disrupts operations at Davao bus terminal
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 22 February)—An unattended carton box, suspected as a bomb threat, temporarily disrupted operations at the Davao City Overland Transport Terminal (DCOTT) early morning Thursday. As it turned out, it was just a box containing limestone and sand endorsed by a customer to the bus driver to be brought to Manila during […].....»»
SSS taps Metrobank to manage P1.5 billion fund
Social Security System (SSS), the state-pension fund, has selected Metrobank Trust, the trust banking arm of the Ty-led Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) to manage a P1.5 billion balanced fund......»»
San Carlos gov’t employees taught how to manage stress
San Carlos gov’t employees taught how to manage stress.....»»
Isabel Oli balik-showbiz na; umabot na sa 185 ang talent ng Cornerstone
HALOS magkasing-level na pagdating sa pagma-manage ng artists ang talent management ng ABS-CBN na Star Magic at ang Cornerstone Entertainment. Kaya namin ito nasabi ay dahil umabot na pala sa 185 artists ang mina-manage ni Erickson Raymudo, Presidente at CEO ng Cornerstone katuwang sina Jeff Vadillo (Vice President), Mac Merla, Caress Caballero at Cynthia Roque.....»»
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......»»
Chiz nag-sorry matapos mahuli ang pag-aaring SUV sa EDSA bus lane
NAG-SORRY nang bonggang-bongga si Sen. Chiz Escudero matapos mahuli ang kanyang sasakyan dahil sa ilegal na paggamit ng EDSA bus lane. Nangyari ang insidente nitong umaga ng April 11 kung saan hinarang nga ng mga MMDA traffic enforcer ang isang black SUV na may plakang “7” nang dumaan sa EDSA bus lane. Pero sa halip.....»»
BUS NAGLIYAB, 45 DEBOTO NATUSTA
Binawian ng buhay ang 45 deboto matapos masunog at mag-dive ang sinasakyan nilang bus. The post BUS NAGLIYAB, 45 DEBOTO NATUSTA first appeared on Abante......»»
Capitol mulls putting ‘integrated south bus’ terminal in Talisay instead of at SRP
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Instead of at the South Road Properties (SRP), the new location of a new south bus terminal in Cebu might be in Talisay City. Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia on Wednesday, Mar. 27, said that they had received an unsolicited proposal of developing a brand new, south bus terminal. READ: Mayor Rama.....»»
Cebu bus terminals: 100,000 passengers expected on March 27
CEBU CITY, Philippines — At least 100,000 passengers are expected to flock to two of the biggest bus terminals here in Cebu for the Holy Week this year. As early as 7 a.m. on Holy Wednesday, dozens already queued for buses at the Cebu North Bus Terminal (CNBT) in the North Reclamation Area. READ MORE:.....»»
5 killed, over 20 injured in road accident in Philippines
MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- Five people were killed and over 20 others injured after a bus hit several vehicles in Bataan province, northwest of the capital Manila, police said Thursday. Police said the crash occurred at around 7 p.m. local time Wednesday along a highway in Dinalupihan town. The bus was traveling from San Fernando City in Pampanga province to Olongapo City. The wayward bus hit a motorcycl.....»»
5 killed, over 20 injured in road accident in Philippines
MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- Five people were killed and over 20 others injured after a bus hit several vehicles in Bataan province, northwest of the capital Manila, police said Thursday. Police said the crash occurred at around 7 p.m. local time Wednesday along a highway in Dinalupihan town. The bus was traveling from San Fernando City in Pampanga province to Olongapo City. The wayward bus hit a motorcycl.....»»