Filipinos are Good at Being 'Resilient': Lifting the Philippines out of Poverty with Sam Tamayo s non-profit Project SMILE
Sabrina (Sam) Tamayo founded her non-profit, Project SMILE, in the Philippines in 2018. Her organization helps people of various ages and professions rise out of poverty and follows an inspiring mantra of starting small and building a reliable impact. In this interview she discusses human rights, the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, and various aspects of life in the Philippines......»»
Resilient, safe schools in CV pushed
Resilient, safe schools in CV pushed.....»»
Resilient facilities, adequate rescue assets, among priorities in DRRM, says OCD chief
Resilient facilities, adequate rescue assets, among priorities in DRRM, says OCD chief.....»»
SBI s net profit grows 18% in fourth quarter, 20.5% for entire 2023-24
New Delhi [India], May 9 (ANI): The State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, has reported an 18 percent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 21,384 crore for the quarter that ended in March, aided by strong credit growth. SBI reported a net profit of Rs 18,094 crore in the year-ago period. Consolidated net profit during the entire financial year 2023-24 rose by 20.55 per cent to Rs 67,085 crore as against.....»»
Figaro quarterly profit up 7% y/y (121% q/q)
Figaro posted a Q2 profit of P195 million, up 7% from its Q2/22 profit of P182 million, and up 121% from its Q1 profit of P88 million......»»
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......»»
TURNING POINT: Too Poor Against Poverty
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 06 March) – Poverty is unquestionably the key driver of human trafficking. Crime syndicates, including religious groups, use the poor to advance their interest. Traffickers exploit women and children from rural communities, conflict- and disaster-affected areas, and impoverished urban centers in sex trafficking, forced domestic work, forced begging, and other […].....»»
HIRING | Project Team Lead
Duty Station: Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines (relocation will not be provided) Application Deadline: 15 March 2024 Type of Contract: Fixed-Term, Full-Time Reporting To: Programme Manager Expected Duration of Engagement: Until December 2026 Expected Start Date: 1 April 2024 Background Mindanao Institute of Journalism (MIJ) is a non-stock, non-profit organisation founded by, and composed […].....»»
Progressive groups: Resolve hunger, poverty
SEVERAL progressive groups staged a Labor Day protest at Freedom Park, Roxas Avenue, on Wednesday morning, May 1, 2024, demanding higher wages to resolve hunger and mass poverty in the Davao Region......»»
Project Wheelchair celebrates good food for a good cause
For the past 10 years, a special project called Project Wheelchair has been raising funds through an annual charity dinner to buy wheelchairs that would be donated to marginalized communities around the country who need them......»»
Beyond the finish line: Why it’s not easy being a runner
CEBU CITY, Philippines–The sight of a runner crossing the finish line with a triumphant smile can often mask the struggles and challenges they endure in a race. While spectators witness the physical prowess and determination on display, runners themselves grapple with a myriad of obstacles that test their mental, emotional, and physical fortitude. This was.....»»
Sam Milby, Catriona Gray facing some challenges — Cornerstone
Sam Milby and Catriona Gray's Cornerstone Entertainment talent agency set the record straight over the split rumors surrounding the celebrity couple......»»
Confirmed: Catriona and Sam, on the verge breaking up
Confirmed: Catriona and Sam, on the verge breaking up.....»»
Catriona Gray, Sam Milby still together — Erickson Raymundo
The manager of Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and actor Sam Milby debunked circulating rumors that the celebrity couple is no longer together......»»
Sam Concepcion excited to play John Lloyd Cruz s Popoy in One More Chance musical
Sam Concepcion admitted that he is pressured to play John Lloyd Cruz's Popoy in "One More Chance: The Musical.".....»»
Catriona, Sam ‘spotted’ together, hirit ng netizens: ‘Ogie left the group’
FRESH na fresh pa ang balita ni Ogie Diaz patungkol sa nasagap nilang chika na matagal nang hiwalay ang engaged couple na sina Catriona Gray at Sam Milby. Pero ilang oras matapos itong i-upload sa YouTube vlog ng showbiz insider ay kumalat ang pictures ng couple na magkasama sa event ng kanilang kaibigang aktres na.....»»
Catriona Gray, Sam Milby nagkaayos na kaya tuloy ang kasal, sey ng manager
SILA pa rin nina Catriona Gray at Sam Milby. ‘Yan ang naging sagot sa amin ng manager ng celebrity couple na si Erickson Raymundo, Presidente at CEO ng Cornerstone Entertainment. Sey pa niya, “Hindi naman naghiwalay. Nagkaro’n lang ng isyu kasi na-move ang date ng kasal.” Naka-chikahan namin si Erickson sa Bona Slim launching ni.....»»
Kasal nina Catriona at Sam hindi pa cancelled, Alden never naging 3rd party
POSIBLE pa rin talagang magkaayos at matuloy ang kasal ng engaged couple na sina Catriona Gray at Sam Milby. Ito ang latest update ng showbiz insider na si Ogie Diaz at Mama Loi sa YouTube vlog nila na “Showbiz Update.” “Ito na nga ang narinig ko. May mga supplier na hindi na naningil ng reservation,.....»»
True ba, si Alden ang dahilan ng chikang hiwalay na sina Sam at Catriona?
UMATAKE na naman ang mga tagapagpakalat ng fake news sa social media — ang latest victim uli – ang Asia’s Multimedia Star na si Alden Richards. May mga nagpapalutang kasi na si Alden daw ang dahilan kung bakit natsitsismis na naghiwalay na umano sina Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray at Sam Milby. Nilalagyan ng malisya.....»»
Sam Verzosa nangalakal ng basura kasama ang pamilya sa ilalim ng tulay
SUMAMA ang kinatawan ng Tutok to Win Party-list na si Sam “SV” Verzosa sa pang-araw-araw na hamon na kinakaharap ng pamilya Diaz, na naninirahan sa ilalim ng tulay. Pinatuloy ng pamilya Diaz sa kanilang tahanan si Cong. Verzosa at isinama sa pangangalakal ng basura sa ilog at pagtitinda ng sampaguita. Sa pagsama ng TV host.....»»
Catriona Gray, Sam Milby dugay nang ga-buwag, tinuod kaha?
Tinuod ba kaha ni ang latest chika sa talent manager ug vlogger nga si Ogie Diaz nga nagbuwag na kuno ang celebrity couple nga sila si Catriona Gray ug Sam Milby? Sa iyang YouTube vlog nga “Showbiz Now Na,” miingon si Ogie nga ang nahitabo sa duha susama ra pud sa nahitabo sa kanhi magti-ayon.....»»