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Solo parents to get P1K monthly subsidy

The Local Solo Parents' Ordinance, recently approved by the 20th City Council of Davao City, promises a monthly subsidy of approximately P1,000 for eligible beneficiaries. Councilor Tricia Ann Villafuerte highlighted the ordinance's significance in providing vital support to solo parents and their children, as there are approximately 6,000 solo parents in Davao City. This ordinance is an adaptation of the national law, Republic Act 8972, customized to address the unique needs of solo parents in the city. It aims to meet the essential needs of mothers and their children, including school supplies, consultation, laboratory diagnostics, and financial assistance, such as medical, death, and burial aid. Additionally, solo parents will receive a monthly monetary subsidy of P1,000 and are entitled to a 10 percent discount on select basic commodities, similar to senior citizens and Persons with Disability (PWD). To qualify for the benefits, applicants must submit necessary documents and meet specific criteria, while disqualification grounds include changes in civil status and provision of necessary assistance by the other biological parent as per the Family Code of the Philippines. It's important to note that individuals under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) are ineligible for the Local Solo Parents' Ordinance......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces

The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Pope Francis says war is in itself a crime against humanity

'People need peace, the world needs peace,' Pope Francis says.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

MCWD water production drops further

MCWD water production drops further.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

MPUJ operators ask Cebu City to study SRP proposal further

MPUJ operators ask Cebu City to study SRP proposal further.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Comelec mulls further limiting substitution due to withdrawal 

Comelec mulls further limiting substitution due to withdrawal .....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Hamas sends delegation to Egypt for Hamas for further ceasefire talks

Hamas sends delegation to Egypt for Hamas for further ceasefire talks.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

No classes in Cebu province due to extreme heat

CEBU CITY, Philippines — All classes in Cebu province are suspended beginning Friday, April 5 until further notice as the summer heat became risky for teachers and students to go out. Governor Gwendolyn Garcia on Friday issued a memorandum, directing local governments under the province’s jurisdiction to cancel all classes until further notice. READ MORE:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Insurance penetration rate slips further to 1.6 percent

The insurance industry saw its net income rise to P48 billion last year, but its contribution to the overall economy slipped further for the second straight year to only 1.6 percent......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Further improvement in Philippines external position seen

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) sees a further improvement in the country’s external payments position this year due to a likely higher balance of payments (BOP) surplus and a narrower current account (CA) deficit......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

NEDA: Further reforms needed in telco industry

The National Economic and Development Authority is pushing for the passage of an open access framework bill and key reforms in the country’s franchising and licensing regime to further promote competition in the telco sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Strong GDP expansion gives BSP room to further hike rates

he impressive economic growth posted by the Philippines in 2023 will give the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas more space to further raise interest rates in case of shocks, according to economists......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

BSP: Inflation likely eased further in January

Headline inflation likely slowed further for the fourth straight month in January, ranging between 2.8 and 3.6 percent, after easing to a 22-month low of 3.9 percent in December, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

BSP to further relax forex rules

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas may further relax its rules and regulations governing foreign exchange transactions in a bid to attract more foreign investments into the country......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Saudi Arabia opens its first liquor store in over 70 years as kingdom further liberalizes

Saudi Arabia opens its first liquor store in over 70 years as kingdom further liberalizes.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Trade gap expected to widen further

The Philippines’ trade deficit is expected to widen further this year amid weaker exports and stronger imports, according to Dutch financial giant ING......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Bitcoins Sell The Fact Pullback Came From Exchanges: Kaiko

Title: Analysts Predict Further Price Drop for Cryptocurrencies; Investors Brace for Potential Losses As the cryptocurrency market faces ongoing volatility, analysts are predicting a further.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Baguio chills further at 12.8°C

Baguio City locals and weekend visitors used thick clothing and blankets to parry off shivers after the highland vacation capital’s chill further dived early Sunday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

ICTSI to build $800 million terminal in Batangas

International Container Terminal Services Inc., the listed ports giant led by tycoon Enrique Razon, has no desire of slowing down its domestic expansion, as it will invest $800 million to build a container terminal in Batangas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

MACAU DAILY TIMES New Filipino womens association aims to be beacon of hope among fellow migrants

A group of Filipino women has created an association with the shared desire for change and to create a platform for strengthening community support amongst women. Recent tragedies late last year and earlier this year claimed the lives of two Filipino workers by suicide, leaving a void in the lives of the associations founders. While [] The post New Filipino womens association aims to be beacon of hope among fellow migrant.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024