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DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Kumong Bol-Anon 15 bares complete fight card

CEBU CITY, Philippines– The complete fight card for the much-anticipated “Kumong Bol-Anon 15” of the PMI Bohol Boxing Promotions was officially unveiled. The April 30 fight card will feature a total of six bouts that will be held at the Holy Name University gymnasium in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. The main event is considered one of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 23rd, 2024

Timeline: The fight against website blocking in the Philippines

Here's the timeline of Bulatlat's fight against one form of state-sponsored censorship. The post Timeline: The fight against website blocking in the Philippines appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Timeline: The fight against website blocking in the Philippines

Here's the timeline of Bulatlat's fight against one form of state-sponsored censorship. The post Timeline: The fight against website blocking in the Philippines appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Timeline: The fight against website blocking in the Philippines

Here's the timeline of Bulatlat's fight against one form of state-sponsored censorship. The post Timeline: The fight against website blocking in the Philippines appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Prospect touted as the next ‘Casimero’ to fight in ‘Kumong Bol-Anon 14’

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The upcoming ‘Kumong Bol-Anon 14’ fight card at the Saulog Gymnasium in Tagbilaran City, Bohol, will not have a shortage of exciting bouts. The fight card slated on March 8 will feature eight exciting bouts, including two regional title fights in the main and co-main events. One of the exciting featured.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

Head-first slam on Pacio unintentional, Brooks maintains

Jarred Brooks underscored that he “did not intentionally do anything” after dropping his ONE FC strawweight MMA world championship to Filipino fighter Joshua Pacio due to disqualification......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Brooks vows to ‘finish’ Pacio in ONE rematch

ONE Championship strawweight MMA champion Jarred Brooks is aiming for a finish against Filipino contender Joshua Pacio in the ONE 166 Qatar scheduled Friday, the American fighter said......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

P35 million allotted for Araw ng Dabaw

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 27 February)—The City Government of Davao has allocated P35 million for this year’s Araw ng Dabaw, P8 million more than last year’s celebration, a city councilor said. Councilor Myrna Dalodo-Ortiz, who chairs the finance, ways and means and appropriations committee, said that the city government’s allocation for the annual event includes […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Zamboanga gets crack at ONE atomweight belt vs Stamp

Filipino mixed martial artist Denice Zamboanga will be having a shot at a title, as she faces Stamp Fairtex for the ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Championship in March......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Asia-Pacific women fight foreign exploitation

"We have a lot of platforms where we can show our defiance and our strength. The moment women chose to take the path of armed struggle, they already defied the macho-feudal imperialist system that says that only men can topple the system or become part of the revolutionary army." The post Asia-Pacific women fight foreign exploitation appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Cebu City Mayor Rama cries foul over province’s move to stop BRT construction

Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama says he will no longer hold back when Cebu Governor Gwen Garcia counters his plans for the city.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

No Signal Shutdown for Sinulog Festivities, says Mayor Mike Rama

There will be no signal shutdown in all of the events leading to the feast of the Santo Nino de Cebu and at the Sinulog Festival on January 21, officials said. On the other hand, at least 3,500 personnel from the Philippine National Police, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Coast Guard, and the Bureau of […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Tepora’s comeback fight to be announced soon

CEBU CITY, Philippines — It’s been a long while since boxing fans saw former interim world champion Jhack Tepora fight in the ring. However, a new announcement will end Tepora’s roughly two-year hiatus. This was after Viva Promotions, the official boxing outfit of Brendan Gibbons, who is the son of MP Promotions’ chief Sean Gibbons,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

South Korea’s Yoon, Meta’s Zuckerberg discuss AI, digital ecosystems

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol says its portfolio of smart home appliances, wearable devices, and smart cars offered a good platform for Meta's AI technology.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Pacquiao too old for Paris Games, says Olympic body 

The International Olympic Committee thumbs down the Philippines’ request to include boxing legend Manny Pacquiao in its 2024 Paris Games roster.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

‘Leave a legend’: Lakers unveil first of 3 Kobe Bryant statues

As the Lakers unveil the first Kobe Bryant statue, his widow Vanessa says the NBA great would ‘take pride in knowing that he is still pouring inspiration into the game that was so special to him’.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Mulan star Ming-Na Wen joins new Karate Kid movie with Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio

Disney legend Ming-Na Wen has been included the cast for the upcoming "Karate Kid" movie helmed by franchise returnees Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Leren sa mga basher na nagsasabing ‘Tita’ siya ni Ricci: ‘Ate lang!’

TILA walang makakasira sa relasyon nina Leren Mae Bautista at Ricci Rivero kahit patuloy silang niraratrat ng bashers at hate comments. Parang ganyan ang nais iparating ng couple sa naging interview with King of Talk na si Boy Abunda sa programang “Fast Talk.” Tanong ni Tito Boy sa dalawa, “Kahit your age difference has become.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

EJay Falcon minaliit sa industriya dahil ‘di magaling mag-English

BINALIKAN ng actor-politician na si Ejay Falcon ang mga hindi mamagandang karanasan noong aktibo pa siya sa mundo ng showbiz. Nitong Lunes, February 5, nag-guest ang aktor sa “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” kung saan napag-usapan nila ang kaniyang career. Sa kanilang usapan ni Tito Boy ay nausisa si EJay kung ano ang pinakamasakit sa.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024