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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 20
KABUL -- The Afghan caretaker government has allowed girls graduating from 12th grade to get admission to state-owned medical institutes, state-run Bakhtar news agency reported on Tuesday. "The enrolment of girls who graduated from 12th grade has started in state-run medical institutes in Kapisa, Parwan, Panjshir, Wardak, Ghazni, Paktika, Logar, Khost, Badakhshan, Paktia and Bamyan provinces," the media outlet r.....»»
Davao Oriental under state of calamity
The entire province of Davao Oriental has been declared under a state of calamity following the impact of the shear line, allowing the provincial local government unit to access its Quick Response Fund for rehabilitation efforts. The unanimous resolution was approved during a regular session in Sangguniang Panlalawigan, based on comprehensive assessment and recommendation from the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and Governor Niño Uy. This declaration is crucial for providing emergency aid to the affected constituents and enforcing price control on essential items. Rapid Disaster Assessment and Needs Assessment reports indicate that around 63,337 families are affected, with 645 families and 1,830 individuals currently displaced and in evacuation centers. The damages in agriculture, fisheries, and livestock are estimated to be significant. Several municipalities have already declared a state of calamity, and the entire province is yet to announce its final assessment on the value loss in agriculture. This declaration aims to expedite rehabilitation and recovery plans to restore normalcy in the affected areas......»»
Owl, pangolin rescued on Good Friday in Palawan
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY — A spotted wood owl (Strix seloputo) and a pangolin (Manis culionensis) were rescued in Palawan province on Good Friday, the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development Staff (PCSDS) said in a report issued Saturday, March 30. The PCSDS said their personnel got the juvenile spotted wood owl after it was turned over by.....»»
Sending our farm workers to South Korea: good news?
Growing up in Sta. Rita, Pampanga, where I was born into a rice-farming family eight decades back, I enjoyed watching seasonal farmworkers do their tasks during the planting and harvesting seasons. The post Sending our farm workers to South Korea: good news? appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Fil-Am star Jacob Batalon displays acting range in horror film ‘Tarot’
Filipino-American actor Jacob Batalon stars in the horror film “Tarot” as the character who keeps his friends together as they begin experiencing deadly misfortunes after their fortunes are read through tarot cards......»»
Chess: Toledo beats Isabela, keeps southern division No. 1 spot in PCAP
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Toledo-Xignex Trojans defeated the Isabela Knights of Alexander in the ongoing Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) All-Filipino Conference on Thursday evening, April 24. The Trojans dominated the Knights of Alexander, 19-2, before losing to the Dasma Cavite Spartans, 8.5-12.5, in their other match. READ MORE: NM Cadiz lords.....»»
Philippines keeps eye on price manipulators amid El Nino
MANILA, March 7 (Xinhua) -- Amid the El Nino dry spell and drought, the Philippines will intensify its efforts to ensure a sufficient supply of basic goods and commodities and monitor possible manipulation of their prices, an official said on Thursday. Gilberto Teodoro Jr., chair of the governmental task force on El Nino, has urged the Department of Trade and Industry to intensify market price and supply monitor.....»»
Philippines keeps eye on price manipulators amid El Nino
MANILA, March 7 (Xinhua) -- Amid the El Nino dry spell and drought, the Philippines will intensify its efforts to ensure a sufficient supply of basic goods and commodities and monitor possible manipulation of their prices, an official said on Thursday. Gilberto Teodoro Jr., chair of the governmental task force on El Nino, has urged the Department of Trade and Industry to intensify market price and supply monitor.....»»
‘Not their time yet’: De Jesus keeps Ateneo respect high amid La Salle 13-game win streak
Legendary La Salle head coach Ramil de Jesus refuses to belittle rival Ateneo despite his Lady Spikers now holding a 13-game, seven-year winning streak against the Blue Eagles.....»»
Kaspersky Predicts Key Cybersecurity Threats Targeting Children in 2024
With most children able to access or own a smartphone or tablet, the age at which they begin their acquaintance with the digital world and technology keeps decreasing. Therefore, it’s crucial for parents to stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats targeting kids to better protect them from potential harm. In this post, Kaspersky experts explore […].....»»
Thirdy Ravena impresses anew as San-En keeps hot streak going
After falling one point short of a triple-double, Thirdy Ravena delivers once again to help the San-En NeoPhoenix notch their eighth straight win in the Japan B. League.....»»
WATCH: Chelsea Manalo s first reaction after winning Miss Universe Philippines 2024
Bulacan's Chelsea Manalo shared what first came to her mind when she was announced as the new Miss Universe Philippines winner. .....»»
‘Delulu’ sa kahirapan?
It's all in the mind nga lang kaya ng mga Pinoy ang kahirapan sa Pilipinas, gaya ng paniwala ng mismong opisyal na sinusuwelduhan ng gobyerno para magbigay ng payo kung papaano buburahin ang pagiging isang-kahig, isang-tuka na mga utaw? The post ‘Delulu’ sa kahirapan? first appeared on Abante......»»
Tolentino, Hoffman deliver
John Cabang Tolentino and Lauren Hoffman only had one thing in mind – deliver a performance to remember......»»
Daniel Padilla is booked and busy
Never mind the online noise. Fresh from his trending birthday party last weekend, we got a hold of Daniel Padilla at the same venue where he had his big birthday bash in Tanauan, Batangas......»»
Para sa ekonomiya: The need for regulatory coherence
One particular example that comes to mind is the current regulatory snafu hounding Metro Manila......»»
Doctors cite unmedicated mental illness in Sydney mall attack
No one can know the mind of Sydney shopping mall killer Joel Cauchi, but psychiatrists say one underlying cause of his rampage is evident: he had schizophrenia, stopped his medication and fell out of treatment. People have searched for a fathomable motive since the April 13 knife attack at Bondi Junction, in which five women.....»»
Peace of mind for both sides : Pokwang addresses ex Lee O Brian s deportation
Comedienne-host Pokwang described the deportation of her ex-partner Lee O'Brian as "a big relief" and will serve as peace for the both of them......»»
Pokwang sa pagkaka-deport ni Lee O’Brian: Peace of mind of both sides
NAGLABAS ng kanyang pahayag ang Kapuso actress-comedienne na si Pokwang kaugnay ng pagkaka-deport ng kanyang dating partner at ama ng kanyang bunsong anak na si Lee O’Brian. Ngayong araw, ibinahagi ng Bureau of Immigration ang balita na matagumpay nilang naipa-deport si Lee pabalik ng Amerika nutong Lunes, April 8. Kaya naman waging-wagi si Pokwang dahil.....»»
‘Miss Saigon’ in one’s mind
Theater is a place where people converge to watch and witness either a (straight) play or a musical that touches the heart and tells universal emotions close to hearth and home......»»