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PSAC affirms commitment to public-private collaboration
The Private Sector Advisory Council is ramping up efforts to foster economic growth and poverty reduction through collaboration between governments and the private sector......»»
Watch vivo V30 Series Grand Launch on March 20
Get ready for an electrifying event as vivo announces the grand launch of the highly anticipated vivo V30 Series on March 20, 2024. The V30 Series will feature the groundbreaking ZEISS Triple Main Camera system on the V30 Pro, promising unmatched clarity and detail in photos and videos. Viewers can join the excitement through the Facebook livestream, where they will also be treated to a special appearance by ambassador Anne Curtis. Industry experts will share their insights on the innovative features of the V30 Series, making this event a must-watch for photography enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this opportunity to witness the future of mobile photography. Follow vivo on various social media platforms for updates and exclusive content. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»
Alleged TUPAD scam in San Juan exposed
Sen. Joseph Victor Ejercito denounced yesterday the alleged corruption that depleted the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers or TUPAD program for San Juan residents......»»
DFNN plans to raise P450-M through private placements
DFNN said that its board has approved a plan to raise P450 million through private placements......»»
Retired SC Justice Carpio on ChaCha: “it’s a fraud … we have to oppose this”
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 February) – The aim of those who want to change the 1987 Constitution is political rather than economic and this “fraud” must be exposed in various fora and in campuses, retired Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio said on Sunday. “It’s a fraud. That’s why we have to oppose […].....»»
Mayor Albee nag-sorry kay Ivana, sumusumpang wala silang relasyon
HUMINGI ng paumanhin si Bacolod City Mayor Albee Benitez sa Kapamilya sexy actress na si Ivana Alawi pati na rin sa pamilya nito. Mariing pinabulaanan ng alkalde na may namamagitang “something” sa kanila ni Ivana at isang malaking fake news ang umano’y relasyon nila. Sa pamamagitan ng kanyang Facebook account, nagsalita nga si Mayor Albee.....»»
Ronaldo Carballo pinanindigan ang TF post, pero nag-sorry kay Ian Veneracion
“HINDI ako magsusulat nang hindi ko nilinaw ang facts.” ‘Yan ang ibinandera ng writer-director na si Ronaldo Carballo matapos mag-viral ang kanyang Facebook post na isiniwalat ang kalahating milyong talent fee ng batikang aktor na si Ian Veneracion nang maimbitahang pumarada sa Tarlac Festival. Sa isang recent post, iginiit ni Ronaldo na totoo ang impormasyon.....»»
Half a million users now onboard GStocks
E-wallet giant GCash has ramped up the reach of its stock investment platform GStocks PH, with user base now reaching nearly half a million......»»
Man held for ‘sextortion’ try on ex-girlfriend
A man who allegedly exposed in public his sex video with his former girlfriend was arrested in Navotas City on Tuesday......»»
CVIRAA 2024: No outdoor games from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. due to extreme heat
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Participants of the Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) Meet that will be held in Cebu City from May 2 to 9, 2024 will not be exposed to extreme heat. This was the assurance that officials of the Department of Education in Central Visayas and Cebu City and the Cebu City.....»»
Bad beyond pharma
The alleged multi-level marketing practice of a local pharmaceutical company exposed by media is now the talk of the health care community......»»
Why is Taiwan so exposed to earthquakes and so well prepared to withstand them?
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan was struck Wednesday, April 3, 2024, by its most powerful earthquake in a quarter of a century. At least nine people were killed and hundreds injured, buildings and highways damaged and dozens of workers at quarries stranded. READ MORE: Taiwan earthquake: Live updates Taiwan is no stranger to powerful earthquakes yet their.....»»
Exploring the New Extremism Definition and Potential Groups on the List
The Daily Guardian In a shocking discovery, a newly uncovered cybersecurity breach has exposed the sensitive information of thousands of individuals. Hackers were able to.....»»
PCG: China practices doublespeak regarding maritime actions
By saying one thing at official meetings and doing another in Philippine territorial waters, China has exposed its true self as a “bully and untrustworthy,” Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Jay Tarriela said yesterday......»»
Military hubris at play in envi activists’ case
They’re still at it. Intent on getting even with the two young women who had publicly exposed their lies, militarists in the armed forces are now questioning why the Supreme Court has ordered their protection......»»
Mother nabbed for ‘sexually exploiting’ 8-year-old daughter online
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 31-year-old mother from Cebu City will be spending some time in jail after she was nabbed for allegedly peddling her 8-year-old daughter by offering the child’s explicit photos and videos to foreign customers online. The suspect (name withheld) was tagged as a high-volume producer and seller of child pornography. The.....»»
Lapu-Lapu City signs agreement with private firm for socialized housing project
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu —The Lapu-Lapu City Government has entered into an agreement with a private firm for a socialized housing project in Barangay Calawisan that is scheduled to be realized this year. On Thursday, April 4, Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan and Johndorf Ventures Corporation President/CEO Richard Lim formally signed a Deed of Donation for the.....»»
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......»»
Hotel Sogo, Victoria Court trending among Filipinos before Valentine’s Day, report
MANILA, Philippines — Hotel chains Hotel Sogo and Victoria Court trended among Filipinos in the days leading up to Valentine’s Day this year, with the former garnering over two million reach on social media, a social listening report revealed. A report from Capstone-Intel released on February 14 showed that Filipino social media users loved to.....»»