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El Niño impact: 30M liters of water lost due to dry spell, says MCWD

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The hot season brought by the El Niño has significantly impacted the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) water facility. It was evident in the production of MCWD’s surface water facilities in Barangay Jaclupan in Talisay City and Barangay Lusaran in Cebu City, said MCWD Chair, Lawyer Jose Daluz III, in a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Solon pushes creation of Dept of Water Resource Management

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A lawmaker is pushing for the establishment of a national framework for water resource management that is spelled out in the proposed Department of Water Resources Management (DWRM) as a long-term solution to water shortage in the country. Agri Partylist Representative Wilber Lee said that the DWRM will bring together 32.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Manila Water explores Pangasinan supply deal

The consortium of Manila Water Co. Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Manila Water Philippine Ventures continue to explore water supply partnerships with the Provincial Government of Pangasinan as it looks to revive the recently terminated concession agreement between the two......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 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

DFA: No Cabinet-level official OK d Chinese proposal for Ayungin

The DFA stressed that only President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. can authorize agreements entered into by the Philippines on matters pertaining to the West Philippine Sea and the South China Sea. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

Prescription Protocol: Why it is essential for certain drug purchases

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Accessing medication through pharmacies is a common practice for many individuals seeking relief from various health conditions. However, amid the convenience of over-the-counter purchases, it is important to recognize the role of prescriptions in protecting patient health. These formal documents, issued by licensed healthcare providers, not only authorize the procurement of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Stop motorcycle taxi expansion, Marcos urged

Various transport groups yesterday appealed to President Marcos to stop the expansion of motorcycle taxis in Metro Manila amid the impending decision of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board o authorize several companies as players in the pilot study......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Selling workbooks, booklets for Catch up Fridays prohibited — DepEd

The Department of Education (DepEd) stressed that it does not authorize the selling of workbooks and booklets for the "Catch Up Fridays" program......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Moscow lifts Ecuador banana ban

The restrictions were imposed after a dangerous pest that carries cholera was found in shipments of the fruit   Russia has lifted its partial ban on imports of bananas from Ecuador, the Russian food safety watchdog Rosselkhoznadzor announced on Friday.    "We authorize these five Ecuadorian c.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Lawmakers call on PNP to release 6 activists arrested on Labor Day

Makabayan bloc lawmakers have urged the Philippine National Police to release six activists who were arrested during a Labor Day rally near the United States Embassy in Manila, questioning authorities for reportedly not practicing maximum tolerance in dispersing the protesters with water cannons......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Bad for business

If Cagayanons want to blame someone for their water problems, then they should blame their local water district......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

Rep. Richard Gomez: Threats won’t stop me from serving people

ORMOC CITY, Leyte — Leyte 4th District Rep. Richard Gomez assures his constituents that the alleged threats on his life will not stop him from serving and doing his public duties. Gomez was referring to the information reliable sources about the alleged plan to assassinate the Leyte 4th District representative, 4 Leyte mayors, and barangay.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Testing, testing, 1, 2, 3…

After claims were made that we have a “state of calamity” resulting from traffic in Metro Manila, the Metro Manila Council (of mayors) will now roll out their solution......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

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. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

MIFF in Hollywood gets full support

The Metro Manila Council, the official organization of Metro Manila mayors, the Department of the Interior and Local Government and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority have given their full support to the promotional activity of the Manila International Film Festival held in Hollywood......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Development plan for MILF’s former main bastion gains support

Town mayors around the erstwhile iconic main enclave of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front in Maguindanao del Norte are ready to help push forward Malacañang’s 20-year development plan aiming to transform the area into an economic hub......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

MVP OK’s water supply restoration in CDO

Business tycoon Manny V. Pangilinan has agreed to restore water supply in Cagayan de Oro while the government is looking for solutions to water supply woes in the city, President Marcos said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Man stabbed for skipping water rationing line in Moalboal

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The scarcity of water in Moalboal town led to a violent altercation on Tuesday evening, May 14, 2024, resulting in a 30-year-old man being stabbed during a fight over the water rationing line in Barangay Basdiot. The victim was identified as Paul Anthony Junas, single with a live-in partner, and a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

DENR airs concern over water leaks in houses, buildings

There is a higher percentage of leaky water pipes in households and buildings compared to pipes along roads in Metro Manila, an official of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources warned even as Angat Dam’s water level continued to drop yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024

Marcos- No water cannons vs China - The Manila Times

(UPDATE) PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday ruled out installing water cannons on Philippine ships sailing through the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and said the country would not respond in kind to recent Chinese attacks on its vessels. "What we are doing is defending our sovereign rights and our sovereignty in the WPS and we have no intention of attacking anyone with water cannons or any such offensive (equipment.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 8th, 2024