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Rama takes leave, now in Singapore
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama is currently in Singapore, just more than a month since he returned from Australia last Dec. 16. The mayor disclosed this through Cebu City’s media arm, Sugboanon Channel’s ‘Ingna’ng Mayor’, on Thursday, Jan. 25. However, Rama did not disclose when he would come back to Cebu.....»»
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......»»
Mayor Honey calls on city officials, employees, to begin each day with a prayer
“Start your day with a prayer.” This was the appeal made by Mayor Honey Lacuna to all the officials and employees of the Manila city government, as the capital city joins the nation in the observance of the “National Bible’s Month.” The mayor also lauded City Administrator Bernie Ang, host of the flag raising ceremony, […].....»»
ADB annual meet to prepare world for the future
TBILISI – Government officials from nearly 70 states, development partners, private sector and civil society organizations will gather here to discuss how the current and future financial and economic conditions will impact the world......»»
Norwood Residences: Prestige Homes latest offering for future prime living
Norwood Residences: Prestige Homes latest offering for future prime living.....»»
Quest Hotel and Conference Center Cebu highlights sustainability for its guests and the future
With a sustainability initiative dubbed as “Today and Beyond”, Quest Hotel together with its subsidiaries under its management company, Chroma Hospitality Inc., aims to protect the environment to secure a better future for its guests, properties, and communities around them. Sustainability Efforts General Manager, Mia Singson-Leon explained that they no longer have plastic straws, stirrers,.....»»
IRONKIDS back to feature future stars
The future stars of Philippine triathlon will be on display as the RLC Residences IRONKIDS takes place this Saturday, April 20, at The Reef Island Resort in Mactan, Cebu......»»
AI and the future of work
The International Monetary Fund has a 4,000-word study on artificial intelligence and the future of work......»»
What is the future of Philippine Financial Literacy?
What is the future of Philippine Financial Literacy?.....»»
Uswag scholarship supports Ilonggos’ future
Uswag scholarship supports Ilonggos’ future.....»»
Mike Evans Confidence in Baker Mayfields Future with Bucs – The Daily Guardian
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans is optimistic about the team’s future, particularly when it comes to the status of quarterback Baker Mayfield. Evans.....»»
AP Bren repeats over ONIC for Games of the Future crown
AP Bren continued its championship world tour after defeating ONIC Esports, 3-1, in the Games of the Future Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB) event in Kazan, Russia......»»
What will we be eating? Upcoming conference to discuss future of food
"The Future of Food" assembles visionary leaders and subject matter experts in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, social media, culinary science, Filipino culinary heritage and the evolving restaurant experience......»»
EASL stages future Champions camp
EASL stages future Champions camp.....»»
Bears GM Ryan Poles hints at possible Justin Fields trade in the future with QB future answer
In a surprising turn of events, Chicago Bears General Manager Ryan Poles hinted at a possible trade involving quarterback Justin Fields during his address at.....»»
Davao residents unsure about city’s near future
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 23 February) – Majority of Dabawenyos are uncertain about the city’s future in the next five years, according to a study conducted by the University of Mindanao-Institute of Popular Opinion (UM-IPO). Dr. John Vianne Murcia, director of UM-IPO, said during Kapihan sa Philippine Information Agency-Davao on Friday that only 46.7 percent […].....»»
Baste says Speaker Romualdez is ‘isog’ only because of his cousin President
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 February)—Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte took a swipe at President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s cousin, House Speaker Martin Romualdez, saying the speaker is “isog” (brave) of his political moves only because his cousin is the incumbent president. “Isog lang ka kay speaker ka karon, speaker lang ka kay tungod […].....»»
Lascañas, ex-cop, claims Sara Duterte ‘invented’ Tokhang
MANILA, Philippines — A confessed Davao Death Squad (DDS) gunman claimed that “Oplan Tokhang,” the brutal “knock and plead” anti-drug operation carried out by former President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration was a brainchild of then Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte. The confessed DDS gunman also claimed that the brother of then Mayor Sara Duterte, then Vice.....»»
A tale of ‘pork-barrel’ era
The first time I met Senator Jinggoy Estrada was while he was still mayor of San Juan City on June 30,1998 when he attended the inaugural of his father, former president Joseph Estrada. At that time, I was still a reporter covering Malacañang Palace. As it turned out, it was the first and last time I saw mayor Jinggoy inside the Palace grounds......»»
Yoyong owes a lot to PBA
Former Pasig vice mayor and councilor Yoyong Martirez said yesterday he’ll always be grateful to the PBA for securing his future......»»