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Covid lowered life expectancy by 1.6 years worldwide — study
COVID-19 caused the average life expectancy of people worldwide to fall by 1.6 years during the first two years of the pandemic, a more dramatic decline than previously thought, a major study said Tuesday. This marked a sharp reversal during a decades-long rise in global life expectancy, according to hundreds of researchers sifting through data.....»»
BPI AIA named best life insurer in Philippines
BPI AIA Life Assurance Corp. has been recognized as the best life insurance company in the Philippines......»»
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......»»
What I learned when I replaced my cheap Pi 5 PC with a no-name Amazon mini desktop – The Daily Guardia
The Daily Guardian: Is the Raspberry Pi 5 a Worthwhile Desktop PC Replacement? A recent experiment using a Raspberry Pi 5 as a regular desktop.....»»
The power of persistence: Lessons from NVIDIA’s CEO and Taylor Swift
In the pursuit of success, the journey is rarely straightforward......»»
Lessons from Shohei Ohtanis Interpreter Blame: The Daily Guardia
Los Angeles Angels pitcher and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani has found himself at the center of a scandal involving alleged sports betting activities and theft.....»»
Donny Pangilinan shares love lessons from parents Maricel Laxa, Anthony Pangilinan
Actress Maricel Laxa and entrepreneur-motivational speaker Anthony Pangilinan recently marked their 30th wedding anniversary......»»
Behind the ropes: Bautista, Suzuki reflect on TCC experience
More than seizing the opportunity, some of the country’s junior golfers relished the rare experience of observing seasoned players in action and picking up valuable lessons from them......»»
Lessons from Indonesia
Visitors to Indonesia will easily get a glimpse of the progress of this nation of 270 million upon landing at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, the country’s main gateway......»»
‘Foreign ownership won’t affect local ad industry’
The entry of foreign investors will not adversely affect local creatives employed in the advertising industry, a Senate committee hearing on economic Charter change learned yesterday......»»
Miscommunication : Francine Diaz, Orange & Lemons clarify viral Mindoro gig
It's a lesson learned for all parties as the organizers have found the "root cause" of the viral Mindoro gig mishap between Orange & Lemons and actress Francine Diaz. .....»»
Husband Appreciation Day: Learn how this young Cebuana wife appreciates her husband
On April 20, the United States celebrates Husband Appreciation Day to encourage women to show their husbands some love and much-deserved appreciation. In these changing times, it’s a struggle to perpetuate such a holiday when people carefully tread on what the world has learned about problematic gender roles and dismantle them. When we ask traditional.....»»
Substantiate your opinion : Students join NCCA workshop on film reading
Students in Zamboanga, however, learned a few tips on how to appreciate or read a film better in a workshop facilitated by the National Commission on Culture and the Arts when the national agency visited the southern city last March 8 in celebration of the National Arts Month every February......»»
‘New journey’: San Miguel bounces back in semis rematch vs Ginebra
Having learned its lesson the hard way after a bitter end last season, San Miguel conquers Barangay Ginebra in Game 1 of their PBA Commissioner's Cup semifinals.....»»
What trials have you been working through recently?
What trials have you been working through recently? What lessons are these circumstances revealing to you?.....»»
Tough love: La Salle captain Coronel takes De Jesus criticism in stride amid steady rise
Often the target of helpful criticism by legendary La Salle coach Ramil de Jesus, Lady Spikers captain setter Julia Coronel bravely absorbs his lessons as she leads their title defense.....»»
The sower and the seed
I have compiled a collection of Jim Rohn’s classic works and lessons......»»
Ricci, Leren Mae nangakong ipaglalaban ang isa’t isa; kabado sa ‘kasal’
“TRUST, open communication at walang iwanan sa anumang uri ng laban” ang ilan sa mga pundasyon ng relasyon nina Ricci Rivero at Leren Mae Bautista. Sa maikling panahon ng pagiging magdyowa nina Ricci at Leren ay may ilang lessons in love na rin silang natutunan na ginagamit nila ngayon para mas maging solid pa ang.....»»
EDITORIAL - Another BI scam
You’d think the scandal over the so-called pastillas scam would have taught Bureau of Immigration personnel valuable lessons in honest public service......»»
NUSTAR celebrates tradition with larger-than-life Easter eggs
As the Easter season approaches, NUSTAR Resort Cebu prepares to pay homage to a centuries-old tradition: painting Easter eggs. Dating back to ancient civilizations, the custom of adorning eggs with intricate designs symbolized new life, fertility, and rebirth. Over time, this tradition evolved and became intertwined with Christian symbolism, particularly during the celebration of Easter......»»