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Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles
The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»
Biz Bureau surpasses 43-K permit renewals
The Davao City Business Bureau has achieved a significant milestone by processing over 43,000 business permit renewals as of January 29, 2024, surpassing last year's numbers. Maribel Paguican, the Head of the Business Bureau, revealed this accomplishment in a radio interview on January 30, 2024. She highlighted the bureau's performance, stating that they had already exceeded the previous year's figures by 270 renewals. Despite the positive outcome, Paguican acknowledged that they are still short of reaching the 46,000 permits issued the previous year. With approximately 2,890 renewals remaining, including 291 applicants considering retirement, the bureau anticipates around 2,599 renewal applicants. Paguican emphasized the upcoming retirement deadline on January 31, urging business owners to comply to avoid penalties ranging from P1,000 to P5,000. She also advised on the required documentation for retirement, emphasizing the importance of submitting the necessary paperwork to facilitate the process......»»
No ban on US beef, dairy despite bird flu
The Philippines will not ban the importation of cattle products such as beef and milk from the United States as regulators maintain that these products are safe to consume amid bird flu cases in the US dairy herd......»»
Mi-order og selpon, tubi, beef loaf miabot
Mi-order og selpon, tubi, beef loaf miabot.....»»
Man expresses dismay after online-ordered cellphone swapped with plastic soft drink bottle, beef loaf
Man expresses dismay after online-ordered cellphone swapped with plastic soft drink bottle, beef loaf.....»»
BSP onboards 1st nonbank electronic money issuer
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) achieved a significant milestone by welcoming OmniPay, Inc. as the first nonbank electronic money issuer (EMI) participant in its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payment system, PhilPaSSplus. This move aligns with the National Payment Systems Act and signifies a more inclusive national payment system, allowing nonbank financial institutions to conduct efficient and low-risk funds transfers directly through the central bank. Assistant Governor Mary Anne P. Lim emphasized the BSP's commitment to safeguarding the entire Peso RTGS payment system amidst global trends of diversified participation. With 236 institutions, including various banks and nonbank entities, utilizing PhilPaSSplus for large value transactions and retail payment clearing, the BSP's initiative reflects a broader trend of central banks facilitating direct access for nonbank entities to settlement services. This development comes as international standard-setting bodies work on access guidelines to manage risks in evolving payment systems with new players and financial technologies......»»
Filipino skincare brand tapped as Miss Universe Philippines 2024 presenter
Miss Universe Philippines has ushered in the summer season by presenting the 55 gorgeous and diverse candidates to the press on February 18 at the Grand Ballroom of Hilton Manila......»»
PorDee reunited: Michelle Dee welcomes Anntonia Porsild to Manila
Miss Universe 2023 1st runner-up Anntonia Porsild of Thailand arrived in the Philippines where she was welcomed by her good friend and the reigning Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee......»»
Valerie Mayor Sotto: How to be a model pastry chef
While she was growing up, Valerie Sotto, founder of Valerie’s Kitchen, would enjoy watching her mom Sonia Mayor bake family favorites like pineapple upside down cake, apple pie, pumpkin pie, bread pudding and sponge cakes for Sunday reunions and other special occasions......»»
Patience patience patience : Dog eats Kim Atienza s passport
Television host "Kuya" Kim Atienza managed to look on the good and bad side of things after one of the dogs he adopted ate his passport......»»
Biado conquers 2024 Predator world 10-ball tilt
Filipino Carlo Biado ended up on top of the 2024 Predator WPA men’s world 10-ball championship as he defeated Naoyuki Oi on Sunday morning (Manila time), 4-1, 3-4, 4-2, 4-1, at the Rio All-Suites Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas......»»
Kathryn Bernardo’s mom Min, a former financial advisor, emphasizes life insurance importance
“Not sure kung alam ninyo ito - kaya ganyan yung skin ni Kath ay dahil pinaglihi ko sya sa ube!” revealed Min. .....»»
Janine and Ariella reflect on life after Miss Universe, offer advice on aspiring beauty queens
There’s no doubt beauty pageant aficionados still remember how beauty queens Janine Tugonon and Ariella “Ara” Arida fared well in the Miss Universe beauty pageant in 2012 and 2013, respectively......»»
Miss Universe denies having Saudi Arabia contestant for 2024 edition
"False and misleading" — such was the reaction of Miss Universe Organization over news of having a delegate from Saudia Arabia for the pageant's 2024 edition......»»
Franki Russell appointed Miss Universe New Zealand 2024, country s first in 5 years
Filipino-Kiwi actress and model Franki Russell has been appointed as Miss Universe New Zealand 2024, making her the country's first representative to the annual pageant since 2019......»»
Kris Tiffany Janson is Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City North’s bet, Kris Tiffany Janson, was crowned Miss Universe Philippines Cebu 2024, earning the honor of representing Cebu on the national stage. The coronation took place Saturday night, February 3, at Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino. Aside from bringing home the crown, Janson also won various special awards,.....»»
LIST: Here are the confirmed delegates for Miss Universe Philippines 2024
For its 2024 edition, the contestants for Miss Universe Philippines will be chosen through accredited partners and local pageants.....»»
Constitutionality of Bangsamoro Local Government Code challenged at SC
COTABATO CITY (MindaNews / 01 March) — Three governors from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao filed this week a petition before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the recently passed Bangsamoro Local Government Code (BLGC). Governor Abdusakur Tan of Sulu, Governor Mamintal Adiong of Lanao del Sur and Governor Bai Mariam Mangudadatu […].....»»
Quezon City bet withdraws from Miss Universe Philippines 2024
Quezon City's Lorraine Ojimba, the representative of the city in the upcoming Miss Universe Philippines, backed out from the competition due to health reasons. .....»»
‘Miss Universe amplified my childhood trauma’ – Pia Wurtzbach
While winning Miss Universe 2015 was a dream come true for Pia Wurtzbach, it also “amplified” her “trauma.”.....»»