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Prodigious Ruelle Canino, regarded as the future of Philippine women’s chess, sustained her fine form in the Philippine National Women’s Chess Championship in Malolos, Bulacan.....»»
Travel agencies group warns about cheap, illegal operators
The Davao Travel Agencies Association (DTAA) has issued a warning about unregistered and illegal travel and tour operators in their area. These operators have been found to be offering travel and tour services without proper licensing, leading to issues such as lack of refunds, scheduling problems, and other travel arrangement discrepancies. Pia Partoza Montano, a travel agency owner and Vice-President for the Travel and Tours Sector of DTAA, emphasized the prevalence of these unauthorized operators, particularly in inbound tourism, and the challenges in monitoring and regulating them due to their large numbers. Montano also highlighted the potential risks associated with using these unregistered agencies, as they may offer cheaper rates but could lead to problems in case of incidents. To address this issue, the Department of Tourism-Davao (DOT-Davao) has introduced a QR code system to help the public verify the legitimacy of travel agencies by accessing data on authorized and registered operators. The DOT-Davao encourages travelers to transact with accredited enterprises to ensure the quality and reliability of their travel arrangements. Currently, there are at least 109 registered travel and tour agencies in Davao City under DOT-Davao's accreditation. The DOT-Davao also provides information on the requirements for registration and renewal for travel agencies on their official website. This warning serves as a reminder for the public to be cautious and discerning when engaging with travel and tour operators to avoid falling victim to unauthorized and illegitimate services......»»
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......»»
Quizon wins 4 straight to seize lead in Vietnam chess tilt
International Master Daniel Quizon racked up four straight wins to zoom to the lead after six rounds of the first of two groups of the second and last leg of the Hanoi Grandmaster Chess Tournament......»»
Cablao is Cepca’s monthly champion for February
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Veteran woodpusher Edwin Cablao emerged as the February monthly champion of the Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (Cepca) monthly chess tournament held last Sunday at Robinsons Galleria Cebu. Cablao finished the five-round competition with a perfect 5.0 points, securing the monthly championship title and the champion’s purse of P3,000. He started.....»»
UC Webmasters bag 3 gold medals in Cebu City Olympics chess tourney
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters secured three gold medals in the recently concluded Cebu City Olympics chess tournament held at SM Seaside City Cebu this week. After seven rounds of competition, John Dave Lavandero, Edelyn Vosotros, and Adina Vera Kwan dominated their respective categories. Importantly, they will represent Cebu City in.....»»
Philippine Army Cpl. Raquel C. Suan kampeon sa Cabanatuan chess tourney
CABANATUAN CITY, NUEVA ECIJA—Si Philippine Army Corporal (Cpl.) Raquel C. Suan ang naging unang kampeon sa Cabanatuan Rapid chess tournament na nagtapos dito kamakailan sa SM City Cabanatuan. Ang 32 taong gulang na si Suan, nakatalaga sa unit sa 14IMB IMCOM PA sa Camp General Mateo M. Capinpin sa Tanay, Rizal ay na nagtapos kasama ….....»»
Median age for marriage among PH women is 28, says PSA
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The median age for marriage in the Philippines falls between ages 28 to 30, according to the latest data posted by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The PSA said, as per Vital Statistics, that the median age for marriage in the Philippines among women in 2022 was 28 years old. For.....»»
Ariella, Janine hindi bet ang pagtanggal ng ‘age limit’ sa Miss Universe?
DAPAT may pamantayan pa rin pagdating sa “age restrictions” ang mga lalahok sa Miss Universe pageant. ‘Yan ang naging pahayag ng beauty queens na sina Ariella Arida at Janine Tugonon kahit sinabi nilang ginagalang nila ang naging desisyon na tanggalin ang age limit sa international competition. Sa programang “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,” aminado si.....»»
PHOTO ESSAY: Waterworld in Carmen
CARMEN, Davao del Norte (MindaNews / 02 February) – Travel from Davao City to Tagum City and other parts of the Davao region, Agusan-Surigao and Manila was cut off Friday due to flooding in Barangay Tuganay. Tuganay connects Davao City with Tagum in Davao del Norte, from where one can proceed to Davao Oriental, Davao de […].....»»
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......»»
Asian Age Group Championships organizers draw praises from World Aquatics
Organizers of the recent 11th Asian Age Group Aquatics Championships at the New Clark City Aquatics Center in Capas, Tarlac drew praises for a job well done......»»
Philippine hosting of Asian Age Group swimming tilt deemed a success
Future international swimming meets could be held in the Philippines once again, following the "excellent" hosting of the Asian Age Group Championships (AAGC)......»»
Japan ginto sa Asian Age group women’s water polo
CAPAS, TARLAC — Umakyat ang Japan sa ikaanim na sunod na panalo nitong Sabado para angkinin ang gintong medalya sa 11th Asian Age Group Championships women’s water polo competition sa New Clark City Aquatic Center dito. Si Skipper Shoka Fukuda ay naghatid ng nine goals habang si Kaho Shironoshita ay nagdagdag ng anim sa 24-6 ….....»»
White, Ajido end Philippines medal drought in Asian Age Group swimming tilt
Filipino-British Heather White and Jamesray Ajido delivered the country’s breakthrough medals by snaring a bronze each in the 11th Asian Age-Group Swimming Championships at the New Clark City here Tuesday night......»»
Coming of age party
It was sort of a coming of age party for the next generation of stewards of the Ayala Group with the master of ceremonies, Rene Almendras, deftly weaving in the 190th anniversary theme of the historic conglomerate into the Ayala Group’s media night games held Friday, Feb. 16, at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Makati......»»
Tickets to 11th Asian Age Group swimming tilt now available
Multi-day tickets for the 11th Asian Age Group Championships are now on sale online......»»
Philippine aquatics community welcomes Malacañang backing of Asian Age Group tilt
The Philippine aquatics community is now abuzz with excitement following the recent presidential declaration of support for the country's hosting of the 11th Asian Age Group Championships......»»
P3-M damage reported in school building fire
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) reported a devastating fire at F. Bustamante National High School in Tibungco, Davao City, on January 14, causing an estimated P3 million in damages. The fire affected 14 rooms, with nine being totally damaged and one partially damaged. The Bureau of Fire Protection-Davao (BFP-Davao) struggled to contain the blaze, which lasted for two hours. Fortunately, there were no reported casualties or houses affected despite the school's proximity to a residential area. Investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing. This incident adds to a series of school fires in the region, with three state-owned schools destroyed in 2023. The BFP-Davao and Team Davao Rescue have responded to over 15 fire incidents in the first and second weeks of January 2024, indicating a significant increase compared to the same period in 2023......»»
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......»»