Manila at Butuan, pasok sa Top 50 Innovative Cities laban sa COVID-19 pandemic
Ni Vhal Divinagracia PASOK ang syudad ng Manila at Butuan sa Top 50 Innovative Cities laban sa COVID-19 pandemic mula sa sa Bloomberg Philanthropies 2021 Global Mayors Challenge. Ang dalawang syudad lang din ang nakapasok mula sa Southeast Asia. Ayon kay Bloomberg LP at Bloomberg Philanthropies Founder Michael Bloomberg, isinagawa nila ang […].....»»
‘Serenade of the Seas’ arrival restarts Subic cruise tourism program
The arrival here of GTS Serenade of the Seas, a 12-decker cruise liner operated by Royal Caribbean International, is expected to resurrect Subic’s cruise tourism program, which had gained momentum before being halted by the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago......»»
One more city in Philippines declares pertussis outbreak
MANILA, March 25 (Xinhua) -- The government of Iloilo, a city in central Philippines, on Monday declared an outbreak of pertussis after it confirmed seven out of 15 reported cases, the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said. Iloilo is the third city to declare an outbreak of pertussis, or whopping cough, after Quezon and Pasig, two cities in the capital region, announced last week that they hav.....»»
Hong Kong, Philippines work to enhance relations
Filipinos are slowly beginning to travel back to Hong Kong following continued efforts by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office to woo tourists from the Philippines, as well as renew and improve trade and economic ties between the two nations following the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Pampanga’s ‘Egay’ rehab plan gets P55-M donation
The Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation received a P55-million grant from the Australian government to implement the Resilient Emergency Communications for Enhanced Disaster Response, or REACHED, Project for climate-vulnerable local government units of Butuan, Agusan del Norte, Virac, Catanduanes and Borongan, Samar. At the same time as the project launch, PDRF hosted an operational briefing for the private sector on the effects of typhoon ‘Egay.’ Typhoon Egay private sector response In its briefing, PDRF reported widespread flooding in MIMAROPA, Central Luzon and Ilocos. Landslides have also been reported in the Cordillera Administrative Region. PDRF member companies Manila Water and Maynilad are monitoring dams and rivers; McDonald’s Kindness Kitchen and Jollibee Foods Corporation are monitoring stores in affected areas and are on standby to distribute hot meals to evacuation centers; PLDT and Smart are also sending packs of rice and hygiene kits; Alagang Kapatid Foundation Inc. dispatched a team to Northern Luzon to distribute relief goods from Pilipinas Shell Foundation Inc., One Meralco Foundation, Maynilad, Metro Pacific Investments Foundation, and Makati Medical Center Foundation; Lifeline utilities are mobilizing to restore services in Egay-affected areas in Northern Luzon. Launched at the PDRF Emergency Operations Center in Pampanga, Project REACHED is a two-year program that solves the recurring problem of establishing communications after a major disaster. Project REACHED aims to provide select LGUs with the necessary equipment and training to ensure access to communications during and after calamities and help coordinate response and recovery operations in affected areas. The LGUs of Butuan, Virac, and Borongan were selected based on their vulnerability to typhoons, economic revenue, population, resources, and competitive index resilience score. This project will harness public-private partnerships and will be implemented in collaboration with the Department of Information and Communications Technology, Office of Civil Defense, World Food Program, Globe Telecom and PLDT-Smart. In his remarks, Thanh Le PSM, Counsellor Development of the Australian Embassy in the Philippines, noted that “Building long-term disaster and climate resilience has been a critical priority for Australia in the Philippines. We recognize that natural disasters and climate change are ‘threat multipliers’ that disproportionately affect society’s weakest and most vulnerable sectors. Investing in resilient emergency communications can save countless lives and prevent vulnerable communities from experiencing even more difficulties and hardships.” “Typhoon Egay’s destructive swath through the northern Philippines is a reminder of how critical telecommunications are during a crisis. Our thanks to the Australian Government for their support. May Project REACHED help make life safer for the people of Butuan, Virac, and Borongan—three cities that are frequently hit by storms,” said Rene “Butch” Meily, PDRF President. The investment in Project REACHED is a critical component of Australia’s development assistance in the Philippines that aims to enhance local resilience to natural disasters. The post Pampanga’s ‘Egay’ rehab plan gets P55-M donation appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
BSP serves Palawan through new branch
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas inaugurated a branch in this city on Thursday to provide banking services and drive more economic activities while boosting financial inclusivity. The BSP main building office is in a 5,000-square meter lot at the corner of North National Road and Sampaloc Road in Barangay San Jose. It houses the financial and administrative offices, cash operation units and security management. BSP Governor Felipe Medalla said the branch, designed to reflect the modern architecture of their latest generation buildings, aims to enhance accessibility primarily in obtaining clean banknotes and coins. “It would become easier for banks to deal with the BSP. Those who needed BSP’s service do not need to charter flights to Manila,” he said. Major event Medalla and other BSP officials were joined in the new branch opening by Palawan governor Victorino Dennis Socrates, Puerto Princesa Mayor Lucilo Bayron, and Vice Mayor Maria Nancy Socrates. During his brief address, Socrates expressed the significance of the opening, noting that its occurrence coincides with the month-long celebration of Palawan’s 121st anniversary of its civil government establishment. He highlighted that the province would also be saying “goodbye, dirty money.” Bayron also highlighted that the funds to be distributed from the branch would effectively address the recurring cash shortage experienced every December. This is of great importance to the city, which serves as a pivotal hub for trade and financial services. “December is withdrawal time, a charter plane of the Bangko Sentral has to fly here to send money. This time, that will not happen anymore because of this branch,” Bayron said. 33 banks get quick service He said the branch will cater to the requirements of approximately 33 banks within the city and an additional 25 banks located in various towns throughout the province. With the establishment of BSP Puerto Princesa, the central bank’s presence now extends to a total of five regional offices covering the Greater Manila Area, North Luzon, South Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao regions. Additionally, it encompasses 21 branches situated in various provinces and cities including La Union, Batac, Cabanatuan, Dagupan, San Fernando Pampanga, Tuguegarao, Legazpi, Lucena, Naga, Puerto Princesa, Bacolod, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Roxas, Tacloban, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cotabato, General Santos, Ozamiz and Zamboanga. This expansion further solidifies the comprehensive reach of the central bank across the country. BSP regional offices are responsible for overseeing the operations of branches within their respective jurisdictions. They also conduct regional economic surveillance, facilitate financial literacy programs, and advocate for financial education. Additionally, these offices are involved in the administration of cash and gold-buying operations. On the other hand, BSP branches primarily handle cash operations, which include services such as withdrawals, deposits, currency exchanges, and retirements within their designated regions or provinces. In select areas, they also engage in gold-buying operations. During the inauguration ceremony, those present included Monetary Board members Peter Favila, Antonio Abacan Jr., V. Bruce Tolentino, and Anita Linda Aquino. In addition, BSP Deputy Governors Mamerto Tangonan, Eduardo Bobier, and Bernadette Romulo-Puyat were present, along with BSP Senior Assistant Governor and General Counsel Elmore Capule, SAG Edna Villa, and Sector-in-Charge Thomas Benjamin Marcelo. Furthermore, Puerto Princesa City Vice Mayor Maria Nancy M. Socrates graced the occasion. The event also saw the participation of BSP officers from the Manila Head Office and South Luzon branches, as well as representatives from the Palawan Bankers Association, and local bank managers. The post BSP serves Palawan through new branch appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
DA promotes food sufficiency among youths in Caraga
BUTUAN CITY - Five youth groups from the different cities in the Caraga Region are currently participating in the Urban Gardening Contest for the Youth being carried out by the region's agriculture department.In an interview Friday, Emmylou Presilda, Department of Agriculture in Caraga Regi.....»»
6 cities, 51 Caraga towns join CBMS rollout
BUTUAN CITY - Six cities and 51 municipalities in the Caraga Region are joining the Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) rollout that began on August 8.In a statement Thursday, the Philippine Statistics Authority in the region (PSA-13) said the CBMS is mandated by Republic Act 11315, or.....»»
Manila at Butuan, pasok sa Top 50 Innovative Cities laban sa COVID-19 pandemic
Ni Vhal Divinagracia PASOK ang syudad ng Manila at Butuan sa Top 50 Innovative Cities laban sa COVID-19 pandemic mula sa sa Bloomberg Philanthropies 2021 Global Mayors Challenge. Ang dalawang syudad lang din ang nakapasok mula sa Southeast Asia. Ayon kay Bloomberg LP at Bloomberg Philanthropies Founder Michael Bloomberg, isinagawa nila ang […].....»»
TD Vicky brings floods in Caraga towns, cities
RISING WATER. Authorities are closely watching the increase of the water level at Agusan River in Butuan City, as TD Vicky continues to bring heavy rains and strong winds in the area and the nearby towns in Agusan del Sur. Local governments in Caraga Region activated their respective disaster management councils to respond to the […].....»»
Zamboanga City remains under GCQ; rest of Mindanao under MGCQ
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 01 August) — Of Mindanao’s 27 provinces and 33 cities, only the city of Zamboanga is on extended General Community Quarantine (GCQ) while the rest are under Modified GCQ (MGCQ). Zamboanga City’s quarantine status was reclassified back to GCQ from MGCQ from July 16 to 31 along with Butuan City and […].....»»
US reaffirms support for Philippines sovereignty amid its tensions with China
Washington, DC [US], March 28 (ANI): US Secretary of Defence Llyod Austin has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to Manila in defending its sovereignty while criticising China's "dangerous" water cannon attack at the Philippine supply mission vessel on Saturday. In a telephonic conversation between Austin and his Philippine counterpart Gilberto Teodoro, the US Secretary reiterated the US-Philippines Mutual Defence Treaty.....»»
Philippines announces decisive measures amid tensions with China
Manila [Philippines], March 28 (ANI): Amid the escalating tensions in the South China Sea, Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr has announced decisive measures to protect his country's sovereignty and maritime rights while ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Marcos, known as Bongbong, said that the measures, aimed at addressing what he said is the "open, unabating, and illegal" actions by China's Coast.....»»
Contagious pertussis disease continues spreading in Philippines
MANILA, March 28 (Xinhua) -- The contagious pertussis has continued spreading in the Philippines, where it has caused at least 40 death cases, after a province near the capital region reported an outbreak of the disease. In a social media post on Wednesday night, the Cavite government posted a resolution declaring the province under a state of calamity "due to the outbreak of pertussis" after logging 36 cases an.....»»
Akbayan to Sara: You don’t have to be president to speak vs China
MANILA, Philippines — Party-list group Akbayan said on Thursday that Vice President Sara Duterte does not have to be a president of the country for her to call out China’s intrusive actions over the West Philippine Sea (WPS). Empathy and a moral backbone is just what it takes to stand up with fisherfolk and frontline.....»»
China: PH is ‘straying down a dangerous path’
MANILA, Philippines — China continued to blame the Philippines and its ally, the United States, for the continued tensions in the disputed West Philippine Sea. In a statement on Thursday, Chinese Ministry of National Defense spokesperson Wu Qian warned that the Philippines is going down a dangerous path. READ: No letup in Chinese water cannon attacks.....»»
Marc Pingris dinenay na may ‘something’ sila ni Kim Rodriguez
PINABULAANAN ng basketbolista at tinaguriang “Pinoy Sakuragi” na si Marc Pingris ang mga kumakalat na balitang may namamagitan sa kanila ng aktres na si Kim Rodriguez. Sa kanyang Facebook page ay diretsahang sinagot ng asawa ni Danica Sotto ang mga intriga ibinabato laban sa kanya. “Walang katotohanan ang mga lumalabas na balita tungkol sa amin.....»»
7 lumang simbahan sa Metro Manila na swak pang-‘Visita Iglesia’
TUWING sasapit ang Semana Santa, isa sa mga tradisyon ay ang “Visita Iglesia.” Para sa mga hindi aware, isa ito sa mga taunang ginagawa ng mga Katoliko na bumisita sa pito o higit pang simbahan upang magdasal at magmuni-muni sa mga istasyon ng Krus. Sa pamamagitan nito, ibinabandera ng mga deboto ang kahalagahan ng pananampalataya,.....»»
Belmonte, Binay call for climate action funding from development banks
The C40 coalition of cities, a network of nearly 100 mayors, asked MDBs to increase urban climate investment, integrate urban climate action into their strategies, and implement tailored programs to support city projects. .....»»
Philippines logs 40 pertussis deaths this year
MANILA, March 28 (Xinhua) -- Forty children have died of whopping cough, a respiratory infection also called pertussis, since this year, the Philippines' Department of Health (DOH) has reported. The DOH said in a statement on Wednesday that cases have continued to increase since the start of this year, recording 568 cases from Jan. 1 to March 16. "The total number of cases for the same period in 2023 was.....»»
DMK criticises Election Commission for being biassed in allocating symbols to political parties
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 28 (ANI): The Deputy Secretary of the Student Wing of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), Ka Amutharasan, has accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of having a biassed attitude towards opposition parties by allocating election symbols as per their wishes. "ECI has allocated the symbols for the Tamil Manila Congress and Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhgam that those parties wished for. Th.....»»