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Two years ago, the Paris-based International Arbitration Tribunal awarded almost $15 billion in restitution to the heirs of the Sultanate of Sulu. The Sultanate had filed a suit against Malaysia for breaches relating to the lease of Sabah......»»
Steps taken by China in South China Sea destabilizing – US
Steps taken by China in the South China Sea that were coercive and against international law are “destabilizing” and “deeply unacceptable,” a ranking State Department official said yesterday......»»
TURNING POINT: Quo Vadis Legislative Inquiries
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 20 February) – The Senate or the House of Representatives or any of its respective committees may conduct inquiries in aid of legislation in accordance with Section 21, Article VI of the 1987 Constitution. The filing or pendency of a case before any court, tribunal or quasi-judicial or administrative body […].....»»
Killing of journalists as war crime in Gaza
Yesterday the International Court of Justice, the United Nations’ highest tribunal that adjudicates cases between nations, was expected to issue an interim ruling or provisional measures on the genocide claim filed last month by South Africa against Israel in its war in the Gaza Strip......»»
China says Philippines ignored South China Sea proposal as tensions rise - BBC.com
China says Philippines ignored South China Sea proposal as tensions rise BBC.com.....»»
Activists cheer as Baguio court resumes hearing on anti-terrorist label petition
A Baguio regional court is given the green light by the High Tribunal's court administrator to continue hearing the petition filed by activists.....»»
International tribunal hears ‘war crimes’ charges
This month, on May 17-18, the International Peoples’ Tribunal, a quasi-judicial forum periodically convened in Europe, will focus on the Philippines for the sixth time since 1980......»»
QCPD opens Metro’s first green camp
Accepting the challenge of the local government to play a major role in the protection of the environment, the Quezon City Police District became the first in Metro Manila to have a green camp......»»
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
EDITORIAL - Preserving Mali the elephant
The city council of Manila has approved a resolution accepting the offer of a private company to preserve for free the remains of Mali the elephant......»»
ACT to PRC: Extend renewal of teachers’ license
The Alliance of Concerned Teachers is seeking a dialogue with the Professional Regulation Commission to extend the deadline for accepting Continuing Professional Development as many teachers would be unable to renew their professional IDs within the current timeframe......»»
Beat the Heat: Tips for Staying Cool at Work
Summer is just around the corner, and you know how hot the days get, especially with a looming El Niño — days would get hotter and hotter. Sometimes we can’t avoid going outside, especially during work. Whether you are going to meet a client somewhere around the city or just commuting to work, the heat […].....»»
Courage and hope: Sarah Geronimo accepts Billboard s Global Force Award
Pop singer Sarah Geronimo expressed immense gratitude upon accepting the Global Force award from Billboard's Women In Music 2024......»»
MRT-3 to start accepting Mastercard for payments
Filipinos with Mastercard may now use their card to ride the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 without having to line up to buy a single journey ticket......»»
Enjoying Your Summer Vacation Without Compromising Work
The allure of summer adventures is here. The sun is up and a beach outing or an overdue vacation to your province is just around the corner. Balancing work commitments with relaxation can be hard. But you can carefully plan and strategize your summer vacation and work to not compromise one after the other. Here’s […].....»»
Karapatan condemns dismissal of grave threats case vs Duterte
Rights group Karapatan yesterday condemned the Quezon City prosecutor’s office’s decision to dismiss the grave threats complaint filed by ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro against former president Rodrigo Duterte......»»
Doctors accepting gifts from drug firms may lose license – DOH
MANILA, Philippines — Doctors who have been proven to accept gifts from pharmaceutical companies in exchange for prescribing certain products may face suspension or revocation of their licenses, an official from the Department of Health (DOH) said on Tuesday. According to DOH Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo, the DOH is investigating allegations of the scheme and.....»»
UPCAT 2025 applications now open
The University of the Philippines is now accepting applications for the UP College Admission Test or UPCAT for academic year 2024-2025......»»
Sanya Lopez ayaw pang magka-lovelife: ‘Ang hirap na hindi mo mabigyan ng oras’
WORK, work, work muna ngayong 2024 ang aktres na si Sanya Lopez. ‘Yan ang sinabi niya mismo sa naging panayam sa podcast na “Updated with Nelson Canlas” kamakailan lang. Ayon sa kanya, mas gusto niyang i-priority ang kanyang karera kaysa sa magkaroon ng lovelife. Iginiit din niya na kasalukuyan siyang happy sa mga nangyayari sa.....»»
CSC: Adopt flexible work arrangements for Ramadan
All state agencies should allow flexible work arrangements for Muslim officials and employees during the fasting period of Ramadan, according to the Civil Service Commission......»»