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USAID visits Davao del Norte to discuss impact of calamities
REPRESENTATIVES from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) personally visited the provincial and municipal officials of Davao del Norte to comprehensively discuss the impact of the recent trough of the low-pressure area (LPA) and the shear line in the province on Monday morning, March 11, 2024......»»
P400-M cash, relief goods provided to calamity-affected families
THE Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has already provided around P400 million worth of financial and basic commodity assistance to the families affected by the recent trough of low-pressure area (LPA) and shear line......»»
Dabawenyos raise evacuation concerns amid flooding
CONCERNS have risen among several Dabawenyos affected by the trough of the Low-Pressure Area (LPA) due to the significant impact of heavy flooding in their homes......»»
6 dead in Davao floods, landslides
Heavy rainfall spawned by the trough of a low-pressure area (LPA) in Davao region has reportedly left six persons dead......»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
BSP collects P510 million via coin deposit machines
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has collected over half a billion pesos worth of coins as part of efforts to bring them back to circulation and address the shortage due to improper storage or disposal......»»
1 killed in floods, landslides in southern Philippines
MANILA, Feb. 2 (Xinhua) -- Days of nonstop rain triggered massive floods and landslides in the Davao region in southern Philippines, killing at least one person and affecting over 19,000 people, the government said Friday. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that a villager was missing in floods and landslides due to heavy rains that started at dawn on Monday in the region's thre.....»»
1 killed in floods, landslides in southern Philippines
MANILA, Feb. 2 (Xinhua) -- Days of nonstop rain triggered massive floods and landslides in the Davao region in southern Philippines, killing at least one person and affecting over 19,000 people, the government said Friday. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that a villager was missing in floods and landslides due to heavy rains that started at dawn on Monday in the region's thre.....»»
Women take part in Japan’s 1,250-year-old ‘naked festival’ for first time
Seven groups of women took part in the ritual which is said to drive away evil spirits and where participants pray for happiness. Despite its name, those taking part are not naked......»»
Parents worried over earlier end of classes this year, citing days of missed classes due to weather
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / February 25) – Parents here are worried over the announcement of an earlier end of classes this schoolyear – May 31 instead of June 14 – citing days of missed classes due to heavy rains brought about by the shear line and trough of a low pressure area. Bebang Miloy, 37, […].....»»
95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding
Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»
World Court says it will hear part of Russia-Ukraine genocide case
The International Court of Justice, also known as the World Court, says it will hear Ukraine's case on alleged genocide in eastern Ukraine.....»»
Philippines rescues 45 survivors in landslide, search continues
MANILA, Feb. 7 (Xinhua) -- Rescuers in the Philippines have recovered 45 survivors from a landslide on Tuesday that buried estimated 86 persons in a mining town in Davao de Oro province in the southern Philippines, a military spokesperson said Wednesday. Rosa Ma. Cristina Rosete-Manuel, spokesperson for the military's Eastern Command, said that 41 more employees of a mining firm in the area are still unaccounted.....»»
BSP collects P649 million from coin deposits
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has collected more than P600 million worth of coins as part of efforts to bring these back to circulation and address the shortage due to improper storage or disposal......»»
Earth Hour 2024 Calls for Filipinos to Switch Off Lights and Switch Off Single-use Plastics
Filipinos can help in solving two of our planet’s biggest problems, biodiversity loss, and climate change, by doing their part in conserving energy and putting an end to the problem of plastic pollution. Earth Hour 2024, set on March 23, Saturday will once again bring together millions of people across the world so they can […].....»»
Driving in the Rain
A motorist braves the light rains, cruising Sta. Ana Avenue in Davao City on Tuesday, 16 January 2024. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration, the bad weather over Davao Region is due to shear line and the northeast monsoon. Classes in all levels in the city were cancelled Tuesday due to the bad weather. MindaNews photo.....»»
Scorching schools: How heat worsens conditions of poor students in PH
[This is the second and last part of a special report on how extreme heat in 2023 impacted the education sector in the Philippines. Click here for the first part.] CEBU CITY, Philippines – The same analysis by Cebu Daily News Digital (CDN Digital) showed that even private schools, which usually have better facilities and.....»»
Noor Dubai Foundation Initiative transforms lives in Philippines through free cataract surgical caravan
DUBAI, 6th March, 2024 (WAM) -- The Noor Dubai Foundation, in cooperation with the EYE hEAR Foundation and the Department of Health, launched an initiative to provide a free Cataract Surgical Caravan in Borongan, Eastern Samar, Philippines following the successful implantation of a similar initiative in Catarman, Northern Samar in November last year.The collaborative programme reflected the UAE's commitment to m.....»»
In the Philippines, women journalists face sexual harassment, politically-motivated attacks
“Frenchie used to lead the Eastern Vista, where is it now? They used to report the prices of basic commodities of Samar and how it affects the people. No one does that now. It is a big disservice to the poor in the region.” The post In the Philippines, women journalists face sexual harassment, politically-motivated attacks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
153,000 aliens took part in 2024 Annual Report – BI
OVER 153,000 foreign nationals took part in this year’s annual report by aliens who are holders of immigrant and non-immigrant visas in country. This was learned from Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco himslef, as he disclosed that a total of 153,651 foreigners participated in the 2024 Annual Report which started on January 1, […].....»»