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Lyceum drubs MCU

Lyceum of the Philippines University gave its home fans something to be proud of by crushing the visiting Manila Central University, 102-65, in the Universities and Colleges Athletic League-PG Flex Linoleum Season 6 yesterday at the University of Batangas gym in Batangas City......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

Squires all bald, brawny

The all-bald Letran Squires crushed the Jose Rizal U Light bombers, 102-64, yesterday and kicked off their back-to-back bid in NCAA junior basketball on a high note at the Filoil EcoOil Centre......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU

The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

1st vape-related death in PH recorded; DOH, PGH raise warning

As the first vape-related death was recored in the country, doctors and health advocates are calling on parents and the government to save the youth from the dangers of electronic cigarettes. They also noted that more and more young people have been found using vaping products. As the country takes part in the observance of.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

77 cases of heat-related illness – DOH

As high heat indices continue to affect different areas in the country, the Department of Health reported 77 cases of heat-related illness this year......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Kenya skips reopening of schools as flood-related deaths near 100

Kenya skips reopening of schools as flood-related deaths near 100.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Kenya postpones reopening of schools as flood-related deaths near 100

Kenya postpones reopening of schools as flood-related deaths near 100.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Rights group highlights PH gov’t failure in stopping drug-related killings

Continuing killings, repression, and the prevailing impunity in the Philippines are among the key findings reported by human rights group Amnesty International (AI)-Philippines. The post Rights group highlights PH gov’t failure in stopping drug-related killings appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

DOH records 34 heat-related illnesses, with 6 deaths

The Department of Health has reported 34 cases of heat-related illness as high heat indices are continuously experienced in different areas in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

DOH monitors illnesses related to high heat index

DOH monitors illnesses related to high heat index.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

SPMC sees hike in respiratory-related diseases due to temperature surge

AN OFFICIAL from the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) said they expect an increase in respiratory-related diseases caused by the increasing temperatures......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Filipinos urged to avoid illness-related jokes on April Fools’ Day

The Department of Health (DOH) cautioned Filipinos against making jokes or pranks related to illnesses or mental conditions this April Fools’ Day......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Drug war-related killings of children continue, refuting Marcos Jr’s claims

In the first six months of the Marcos Jr administration, the Children’s Legal Rights and Development Center documented 12 children killed. In 2023, 20 children died in Caloocan and Manila alone. The post Drug war-related killings of children continue, refuting Marcos Jr’s claims appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Philippines logs nearly 11,000 gun-related incidents from 2022 to 2024

MANILA, March 11 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded 10,936 gun-related incidents, including shootings, from 2022 until this year, a spokesperson of the national police said Monday. The majority of them were shooting incidents, alarm and scandal, grave threat, and robbery, Police Colonel Jean Fajardo said in a press conference, adding that 5,172 of the cases were recorded in 2022, 4,956.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Philippines logs nearly 11,000 gun-related incidents from 2022 to 2024

MANILA, March 11 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recorded 10,936 gun-related incidents, including shootings, from 2022 until this year, a spokesperson of the national police said Monday. The majority of them were shooting incidents, alarm and scandal, grave threat, and robbery, Police Colonel Jean Fajardo said in a press conference, adding that 5,172 of the cases were recorded in 2022, 4,956.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Scholarship for agriculture students pushed

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- Recognizing the vital role of the agriculture sector in food sustainability and local farmer empowerment, a Cebu City councilor proposed an ordinance to provide scholarship grants to students who would pursue agriculture-related programs in college. The proposed legislation, titled “An Ordinance Granting Educational Scholarship Assistance to Qualified Cebu City Residents Pursuing Agriculture-Related.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

5 maritime-related incidents reported in WV in 3 months

5 maritime-related incidents reported in WV in 3 months.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Comelec suspends proceedings related to PI for Cha-cha

Comelec suspends proceedings related to PI for Cha-cha.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Free leptospirosis meds, anti-tetanus vaccines for flood-affected residents

Summary: The Davao City Health Office (CHO) is providing free medicines for leptospirosis and anti-tetanus shots to residents affected by floods. Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, CHO Officer-In-Charge, announced the availability of these medications during a media forum, emphasizing their dispatch during emergencies. He highlighted the proactive response of health district staff, ensuring that evacuation centers are equipped with prophylaxis for leptospirosis. Additionally, tetanus toxoid, dressings, and antibiotics are available for flood-related injuries. Ababon emphasized that these services and medications are provided free of charge. He advised seeking a doctor's guidance for the dosage of prophylaxis medicine, as well as the administration of antibiotics due to potential allergies. Despite recording 17 cases of leptospirosis in the first two weeks of the month, no related deaths were reported. This initiative aims to safeguard the health of flood-affected residents in Davao City......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Odette survivor joins global climate lawsuit vs oil giant

A survivor of Super Typhoon Odette (international name: Rai) joined victims of climate-related disasters from across the world in a criminal complaint against French oil giant TotalEnergies and its top shareholders for their contribution to the heating of the planet......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024