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53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU
The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»
QR Codes: A Scan Towards Simpler Transactions
Quick Response codes (QR codes), those ubiquitous black and white squares, are now more than just a shortcut to websites. They’re now revolutionizing the way we pay, offering a faster, more secure, and surprisingly error-free alternative to traditional methods. For those still on the fence about using QR codes, Here’s how they can streamline your […].....»»
SU hosts micro-credentialing forum, create network for ‘stackable’ courses
SU hosts micro-credentialing forum, create network for ‘stackable’ courses.....»»
BBM, Duterte threats and sleep deprivation
In December 2023, President Marcos Jr. scored an approval rating of 71 percent, up six points from 65 percent in October 2023, according to OCTA Research Group which polled 1,200 respondents during Dec. 10-14. Error margin was three percentage points, quite high, if you ask statisticians......»»
7 Common Myths About Weight Loss Debunked
Losing weight can be a challenging process full of trial and error. With so much confusing and conflicting information out there on the best methods.....»»
INUTECH: Conversation with a watch repairman
ILIGAN CITY (MindaNews / 11 February) – I haven’t worn a watch since I lost a Calvin Klein maybe 15 years ago (a gift, of course, because I won’t ever spend that much money for a watch.) The clock on my phone is enough, except when I’m out for a run then I strap on […].....»»
WHO appoints new Western Pacific regional director
MANILA, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- The World Health Organization (WHO) executive board on Tuesday confirmed the appointment of Saia Ma'u Piukala as the next WHO regional director for the Western Pacific region. The WHO regional office in Manila said Piukala's plan for his first 100 days in office includes visiting many of the 37 countries and areas in the region, engaging with governments and other stakeholders, listen.....»»
UK-based chefs create Filipino-inspired dishes
Negros-based rum Don Papa tapped two award-winning chefs based in the United Kingdom to create a dinner menu inspired by Filipino flavors......»»
Greenwich Inspires Filipinos to Create More Authentic Meaningful Connections, Launches ‘Sarap to Feel G’ Campaign
Greenwich, one of the country’s leading homegrown pizza and pasta makers, is embarking on a massive campaign this year to inspire millions of Filipinos to create more genuine, meaningful connections with each other. The campaign is anchored on having more experiences inspired by authenticity and real “feel-good” togetherness made possible by incredible, great-tasting food. This […].....»»
Bizmen eyeing to create power dev t coordinating council
Bizmen eyeing to create power dev t coordinating council.....»»
Pampanga to create culinary council
Pampanga to create culinary council.....»»
Disney, Fox, Warner Bros Discovery to create joint sports streaming platform
Fox Corp, Walt Disney’s ESPN and Warner Bros Discovery said on Tuesday they would launch a sports streaming service later this autumn to capture younger viewers who would not be tuned in to television. The media companies will form a joint venture to create a new service from their broad portfolio of professional and collegiate.....»»
Residents urged to create “family disaster plans”
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 04 February) — Disaster-resiliency should start from home and residents, particularly those living in landslide and flood-prone areas, must create their own “family disaster plans” to guide them, the director of the Office of the Civil Defense (OC) in the Davao region said. Ednar G. Dayanghirang, OCD-Davao director, said part of “family resiliency” […].....»»
Spyware Targets Human Rights Watch Staff in Jordan
(Amman) - Two Human Rights Watch staff members based in Jordan have been repeatedly targeted with advanced surveillance spyware, Human Rights Watch said today. The targeting, which violates their right to privacy, began in October 2022 and succeeded briefly in infecting one of their mobile phones.The same spyware was also used to target the devices of at least 33 Jordanian and Jordan-based journalists, act.....»»
Capitol, DepEd NegOcc ink scholarship deal for school heads anew
Capitol, DepEd NegOcc ink scholarship deal for school heads anew.....»»
Selling workbooks, booklets for Catch up Fridays prohibited — DepEd
The Department of Education (DepEd) stressed that it does not authorize the selling of workbooks and booklets for the "Catch Up Fridays" program......»»
DepEd 7 urges early registration for school year 2024-2025
DepEd 7 urges early registration for school year 2024-2025.....»»
Negros Occidental still waiting for DepEd decision on reg’l meet hosting
Negros Occidental still waiting for DepEd decision on reg’l meet hosting.....»»
DepEd 7 reports positive reception for K-10 curriculum
DepEd 7 reports positive reception for K-10 curriculum.....»»
Youth groups in Southern Tagalog oppose reso urging military-led ‘national security awareness’ bid in schools
By JACINTO LINGATONG Bulatlat.com SANTA CRUZ, Laguna — Youth groups in Southern Tagalog have strongly opposed the proposed resolution of the 202nd Infantry Brigade, Philippine Army and CALABARZON Regional Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (RTF ELCAC) urging the Department of Education (DepEd) Region IV-A, Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Region IV-A, Technical… The post Youth groups in Southern Tagalog oppose reso urging military-led ‘national security awareness’ bid in schools appeared first on Bulatlat......»»