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Fluvial Procession 2024: 200,000 witness and join the sea ‘parade’
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Except for a motor banca that sank along the Mactan Channel, this year’s Fluvial Procession was successful. More than 200,000 watched and joined the seaborne procession of the Sagrada Familia, composed of the Señor Sto. Niño, Our Lady of Guadalupe, and St. Joseph the Laborer, authorities said. READ: Updated foot procession.....»»
200,000 persons affected by floods, landslide in Davao Region
Almost 200,000 people all across Davao Region have been affected by floods and landslides brought by heavy rain since Tuesday, January 16......»»
200,000 join kick off of Fiesta Señor 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The first day of the Fiesta Señor 2024 saw the stretch of Osmeña Boulevard from Fuente Osmeña Circle to downtown Cebu City literally filled with a sea of devotees. Over 200,000 people joined the Penitential Walk with Jesus and the Opening Salvo Mass of this year’s Fiesta Señor 2024 on Thursday,.....»»
Misamis Oriental port seen to support higher food production goals — DA
The construction of a new port in Misamis Oriental is expected to support the government’s goal of increasing food production, as it is anticipated to enhance the trade capacity of the Mindanao region, according to the Department of Agriculture......»»
ATI to spend P2.7 billion for ports upgrade
The operator of some of the largest ports in the Philippines is increasing its capital expenditures to P2.7 billion this year, seeing the need to expand its capacity as trade recovers here and abroad......»»
COMMENTARY | Strategies for powering progress: The Visayas energy imperative
As one of the country's major urban centers, Cebu City's demand for energy has surged, driven by a growing population, an expanding industrial sector, and a thriving tourism industry. Beneath its busy streets and growing economy lies the critical challenge of the urgent need for increased power generation capacity. .....»»
COMMENTARY | Strategies for powering progress: The Visayas energy imperative
As one of the country's major urban centers, Cebu City's demand for energy has surged, driven by a growing population, an expanding industrial sector, and a thriving tourism industry. Beneath its busy streets and growing economy lies the critical challenge of the urgent need for increased power generation capacity. .....»»
Mati City, 10 municipalities in Davao Oriental suspend classes, work
Following the impact of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) affecting Northern and Southern Mindanao, local government units (LGUs) in Davao Oriental have collectively suspended classes and government and private offices. The City of Mati and 10 municipalities, including Baganga, Governor Generoso, Cateel, and others, have issued Executive Orders in line with Presidential Executive Order No. 66, series of 2012. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has forecasted moderate to heavy rains in Davao Oriental due to the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) and LPA, posing a risk of landslides and flash floods. The Provincial Local Government Unit of Davao Oriental and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils have reported landslides in Lupon and Cateel, with ongoing clearing operations. The Bureau of Fire Protection and other government agencies have rescued families affected by flash floods in Cateel and Caraga. Franz Irag from the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region confirmed that around 200 individuals or close to 500 families in Davao Region have been displaced and are now in evacuation centers. Additionally, five LGUs in the province of Davao de Oro have also declared the suspension of classes and work in both public and private offices......»»
PSSO warns anew vs building structures atop dikes, coastal road
The Davao City Public Safety and Security Office's (PSSO) Coastal Road and Davao River Monitoring Team has issued a renewed warning to Dabawenyos against constructing buildings on top of dikes and along the coastal road. This caution follows the dismantling of 334 illegal structures from October 2020 to the third week of January 2023. PSSO Head Angel Sumagaysay emphasized that these structures, including house extensions, kitchen extensions, cages, and sala extensions, are typically found atop or attached to dikes and gabions near the Davao River. Recent operations in the Talomo District involved the removal of a hut at Purok 8 Iñigo, Matina Pangi, and a reconstructed fisherman's kiosk at the Punta Dumalag section of the Coastal Area. Sumagaysay highlighted that the PSSO collaborates with barangays to identify and address illegal structures, and owners are given the choice to self-demolish or have the PSSO carry out the demolition. Sumagaysay stressed that illegal structures on dikes and gabions pose risks to the structure's integrity, potentially leading to increased flooding and related issues. He urged residents living near the river to refrain from constructing any form of extension or additional structure on the dikes, emphasizing the need to preserve their stability to prevent flooding and overflow. The PSSO does not have a specific target number of structures to dismantle, but rather identifies them during monitoring and inspection, working in coordination with barangays and purok leaders. Sumagaysay hopes that the public comprehends the purpose behind these dismantling efforts, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the dikes to mitigate flooding risks......»»
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......»»
Romualdez: Philippines WEF hosting to spur more foreign investments
The Department of Transportation said it needs at least P12.5 billion to build 200 more ports under the Marcos administration, underscoring the need to improve connectivity in remote islands......»»
BSP logs 40K complaints relating to financial consumer protection; only 5% come from Mindanao
SINCE the effectivity of the Financial Consumer Protection Act (Republic Act 11765) in June 2022, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has logged more than 40,000 complaints from customers of different BSP-supervised financial institutions from all over the Philippines. Of this number, only around 5 percent come from Mindanao, implying the Mindanaoans' unawareness of the law......»»
15 Daulah Islamiyah, BIFF surrender in Central Mindanao
15 Daulah Islamiyah, BIFF surrender in Central Mindanao.....»»
Dusit Thani, Sheraton to build hotels in Cagayan de Oro
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews / 24 March) — Two international hotel chains — Sheraton and Dusit Thani – are set to build hotels in this city, the third in Mindanao for Dusit Thani and the first in Mindanao for Sheraton. Dusit Thani operates two in the Davao region – Dusit Thani Residence Davao in Davao […].....»»
SWS: Satisfaction with President Marcos lowest in Mindanao
In a span of just one year, satisfaction with President Marcos among those in Mindanao has shifted from being highest to the lowest in the country, surveys conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) showed......»»
Mindanao NPA leader, 3 other rebels surrender
Four New People’s Army members, including a leader of the communist rebel group in Mindanao, have surrendered in Surigao del Norte......»»
‘No longer Mindanao del Norte, at war’
From being adversaries, soldiers and combatants of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front are now allies in ensuring the success of the peace process in Mindanao as members of the joint peace and security committee......»»
Mayor Baste: Prioritize Mindanao’s safety, security vs terrorism
DAVAO City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte addressed the national government to prioritize the safety and security of the Mindanao regions vulnerable to terrorism......»»
Mindanao Book Fair 2024 set March 13-15
PRESS RELEASE: Mindanao Book Fair 2024 is set from March 13 to 15 at Arrupe Hall at Ateneo de Davao University.....»»
‘No reason for pork price surge in Visayas, Mindanao’
There is no reason for the spike in retail prices of pork in the Visayas and Mindanao, as the prevailing live weight cost is only P180 per kilo, farmers’ group Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura said over the weekend......»»