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Jeepney drivers in Philippines to go on 3-day strike starting Monday

MANILA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Jeepney drivers in the Philippines will mount a three-day nationwide strike starting Monday to protest the government's plans to remove decades-old jeepneys off the streets. The transport strike, which will run until May 1, has prompted the Department of Education to order all public schools nationwide to resort to online classes on April 29 and 30. The educational directive w.....»»

Category: newsSource: manilanews manilanewsApr 28th, 2024

Jeepney drivers in Philippines to go on 3-day strike starting Monday

MANILA, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Jeepney drivers in the Philippines will mount a three-day nationwide strike starting Monday to protest the government's plans to remove decades-old jeepneys off the streets. The transport strike, which will run until May 1, has prompted the Department of Education to order all public schools nationwide to resort to online classes on April 29 and 30. The educational directive w.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

‘Film director’s arrest meant to cover up jeepney phase out’ – jeepney drivers

Castro’s arrest, which was based on a social media post, shows a dangerous precedent for vocal critics of anti-citizen government policies. By DANIEL ASIDO Bulatlat.com MANILA – Transport group Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Operator Nationwide (Piston) condemned the arrest of film director Jade Castro and his companions, noting that this is only… The post ‘Film director’s arrest meant to cover up jeepney phase out’ – jeepney drivers appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

DepEd sinunspinde klase sa sobrang init, jeepney strike

Walang pasok ang mga pampublikong eskuwelahan ngayong Lunes hanggang Martes dahil sa matinding init ng panahon na sinabayan pa ng strike ng mga transport group. The post DepEd sinunspinde klase sa sobrang init, jeepney strike first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Philippines suspends in-person classes due to heat, jeepney strike

Manila, Philippines - The Philippines will suspend in-person classes in all public schools for two days due to extreme heat and a nationwide strike by jeepney drivers, the education department said Sunday.Extreme heat has scorched Southeast Asia in recent weeks, prompting thousands of schools to suspend in-person operations and authorities to issue health warnings.Many schools in the Philippines have no a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 28th, 2024

Jeepney strike under way in Philippines as deadline to modernise nears - Philippines

Government tells operators they must join cooperatives by Tuesday and gradually replace their vehicles with greener options A three-day strike by drivers of jeepneys in the Philippines began on Monday as transport groups warned that thousands could be pushed off the roads by government modernisation plans. The jeepney is the backbone of the Philippines transport system. The customised, privately-owned buses, which look li.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

PISTON announces transport strike from April 29 to May 1

Jeepney drivers are preparing for a three-day nationwide strike set for the following week to protest against the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program and the approaching April 30 deadline for the consolidation of jeepney franchises......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024

Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization

“Most members in my group are seniors,” he said, “My father is 72 years old, yet he drives every day because he doesn't want to rely on his children. He needs money for medication, electricity and water to survive. Where will they find a livelihood? I’m sure no company would want to hire them anymore, right?” The post Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Largest Strike Yet by Lyft and Uber Drivers: A Brief Explanatio

Title: Ride-Hailing Drivers Stage Massive Strike Demanding Fair Pay and Better Protections On Wednesday, ride-hailing giants Lyft, Uber, and DoorDash experienced one of the largest.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Chicago Rideshare Drivers Stage Strike, Limiting OHare Trips – The Daily Guardia

Title: Rideshare Drivers Plan Strike for Better Wages, Safety, and Protection Date: [Insert Date] Word Count: 384 (Company Name), (Company Name), and (Company Name), three.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers - Philippine Canadian Inquirer

DSWD to aid displaced traditional jeepney drivers Philippine Canadian Inquirer.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

DSWD to help jeepney drivers affected by PUVMP

The Department of Social Welfare and Development is ready to provide assistance to jeepney operators and drivers affected by the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP), a DSWD official said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

Jeepney drivers rejoice ‘partial victory’ for phaseout extension

Jeepney drivers rejoice ‘partial victory’ for phaseout extension.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

PNP refutes claims of blocking jeepney drivers protesting PUVMP

The Philippine National Police denied reports of blocking protesting jeepney drivers bound for a transport caravan against the public utility vehicle modernization program......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: P25 fare increase: Jeepney drivers to demand this hike if…

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, May 2, 2024. P25 fare increase: Jeepney drivers to demand this hike if… Ordinary passengers who rely on commuting daily will face a much greater burden on their wallets, as jeepney drivers will.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

TESDA courses as alternative for unconsolidated PUV drivers? Jeepney drivers weigh in

Unconsolidated jeepney drivers and operators are now at risk of losing their source of income if the Supreme Court does not issue a temporary restraining order on the memorandum circulars of the Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board, which would enable the implementation of the consolidation deadline......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

US Strikes Another Houthi Site in Yemen

The U.S. military carried out an additional strike early Saturday against Houthi positions in Yemen in an effort to protect shipping in the Red Sea, according to U.S. media reports.News organizations citing anonymous sources said the latest strike targeted a radar site that officials said presented a continuing threat to maritime traffic.The strike came a little more than a day after the U.S. and British.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

US Strikes Another Houthi Site in Yemen

The U.S. military carried out an additional strike early Saturday against Houthi positions in Yemen in an effort to protect shipping in the Red Sea, according to U.S. media reports.News organizations citing anonymous sources said the latest strike targeted a radar site that officials said presented a continuing threat to maritime traffic.The strike came a little more than a day after the U.S. and British.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Transport strike, trapik lang dinulot – DOTr

Sinabi ng Department of Transportation (DOTr) na bigo ang grupong Manibela at PISTON na maharang ang PUV Modernization Program sa kanilang transport strike pero nagtagumpay sila sa paglikha ng matinding trapik sa Quezon City at Maynila. The post Transport strike, trapik lang dinulot – DOTr first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

US Launches Follow-Up Strike on Houthi Radar Site

WASHINGTON - The United States launched a follow-up strike against a Houthi target in Yemen early Saturday, after officials said they were not satisfied with the damage inflicted during the initial round of airstrikes late Thursday.U.S. Central Command said it launched the additional strike from the USS Carney, a guided missile destroyer, firing multiple Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles to take out a radar site tha.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

US Launches Follow-Up Strike on Houthi Radar Site

WASHINGTON - The United States launched a follow-up strike against a Houthi target in Yemen early Saturday, after officials said they were not satisfied with the damage inflicted during the initial round of airstrikes late Thursday.U.S. Central Command said it launched the additional strike from the USS Carney, a guided missile destroyer, firing multiple Tomahawk Land Attack Missiles to take out a radar site tha.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024