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Rain in GenSan
A mother fetches her son from school amid rains in General Santos City on Thursday afternoon (18 January 2024). Heavy downpour and thunderstorm also hit the city and nearby provinces on Tuesday evening. MindaNews photo by ROMMEL REBOLLIDO.....»»
Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles
The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»
Intensified catch-up vaccination set to prevent Pertussis
THE Davao City Health Office announced on Thursday, April 4, that it is laying the groundwork, in partnership with barangays and stakeholders, for a periodic intensification of routine immunization for Pertussis and other vaccine preventable diseases in the last week of April......»»
3 dead, 592 others afflicted with measles in BARMM since January
Three children in the Bangsamoro region died from measles in the past 10 weeks while 592 others contracted the viral, supposedly vaccine-preventable disease during the period, regional officials reported on Saturday......»»
CDC says there is no link between cardiac arrest and COVID vaccines in young people – The Daily Guardian
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released new data regarding the link between the COVID-19 vaccine and sudden cardiac death in.....»»
Measles vaccine drive launched in BARMM
The Department of Health is conducting a non-selective immunization program against measles in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to contain an outbreak......»»
Vaccination rate among children in R-12 low due to misinformation, disinformation
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 06) – Vaccine hesitancy due to misinformation and disinformation remains a major hurdle for the health sector in Region 12 (Soccsksargen) as the region continues to lag in immunization coverage among children. Dr. Edvir Jane Montañer, immunization program manager of the Department of Health (DOH)-Region 12, admitted that the region […].....»»
Recommendation for Older US Adults to Receive Additional COVID-19 Vaccine Shot
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently recommended that older adults in the United States receive another COVID-19 shot, even if they.....»»
Anti-rabies
A personnel of the City Veterinarian’s Office in Davao City injects an anti-rabies vaccine into a dog in Barangay Vicente Hizon on Tuesday (27 February 2024). MindaNews photo.....»»
Covid Vaccines and their Potential Impact on Brain, Heart, and Blood Health
The Global Vaccine Data Network (GVDN) recently conducted a groundbreaking study evaluating the risk of 13 medical conditions following COVID-19 vaccination. This study analyzed data.....»»
Breast cancer vaccine provides hope for local patient
Kristen Dahlgren, a former NBC News correspondent, has recently launched the Pink Eraser Project in an effort to accelerate the development of an innovative breast.....»»
Official statement of Aksyon Klima Pilipinas on the 10th anniversary of super-typhoon Yolanda
Parties at the 2023 UN climate negotiations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates must set up a L and D Fund and associated funding arrangements that is aligned with the imperative of preventing even more peoples and ecosystems from experiencing extreme climate change impacts......»»
NDFP consultants welcome return of peace talks to national level
Detained National Democratic Front of the Philippines peace consultants welcome reported dialogues to revive stalled formal peace negotiations with the Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Government of the Republic of the Philippines, expressing hope to join the talks if efforts succeed. The post NDFP consultants welcome return of peace talks to national level appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Resumption of FTA talks seen to spur higher EU investments
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority expects investments from European companies to increase with the resumption of the Philippines – European Union free trade agreement negotiations......»»
Philippines, EU resume free trade agreement talks
MANILA, March 19 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines and the European Union (EU) resumed negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) on Monday, the Philippines' Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced Tuesday. "Strengthening economic engagement with the EU remains a priority for the Philippines," said Philippine Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual, adding that the Philippines aims for an ambitious, b.....»»
Gibbons reaffirms Pacquiao vs Benn fight talks
Negotiations between the camp of Manny Pacquiao and undefeated British boxer Connor Benn went "from zero to 100", the Filipino boxing legend's adviser Sean Gibbons admitted, with a fight possibly happening later this year......»»
Philippines to discuss free trade deal with UAE
The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates are set to begin talks for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement next week, with the completion of negotiations eyed within the year......»»
PH, France to start VFA talks in May
The Philippines and France might start talking formally next month about a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA). This agreement would let their militaries do joint exercises in the Philippines. Ambassador Marie Fontanel, the top French diplomat in Manila, said at a briefing on Thursday that they’re currently drafting the agreement and getting ready for negotiations, possibly.....»»
PSE hopeful on talks for merger with PDS
The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc. (PSE) is aiming to wrap up negotiations with shareholders of the Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp. (PDS Group) within the first half of the year, paving the way for the long-awaited integration of the local bourse with the fixed income exchange to finally happen this 2024......»»
Key Tips to Help in Car Negotiations
When purchasing a new vehicle, there’s a lot to think about – and affordability is one of the most vital factors to consider here. In line with this thought, today, we’re looking at several tips to help with your car negotiations; hopefully, this will help you get a good price on your new sale or […] The post Key Tips to Help in Car Negotiations appeared first on Kagay An......»»