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Imee on CBRT issue: Should have been settled before project was started
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Senator Imee Marcos believes that while local officials in Cebu “know much better” in handling the issues hounding the ongoing construction of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT), she said issues should have been addressed before the project was actually started. “Sadly, this all should have been settled before the national.....»»
Government announces independent review of forestry ETS costs
Forestry Minister Todd McClay has today announced an independent review into the forestry component of the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) Register to ensure it is efficient and cost-effective."Up and down the country forestry owners have been raising concerns about the excessive costs that have been imposed upon them by the previous government," Mr McClay says."We have iden.....»»
Park Hyungsik promises fans a great time in Manila fan meet
“I have prepared a lot to have a great time with my fans. So, I hope you, guys can expect to have a great time with me.”.....»»
Sustainable Practices for Small Businesses
As news about how microplastics have been harming fish for years adds up to the environmental problems the world is now facing, there is now the need for businesses to have an urgent focus on sustainability to not do any more damage to the environment. Small businesses, often the backbone of local economies, have a […].....»»
Shear line affects over 80-K families in Davao
The shear line in the Davao Region has had a significant impact on over 80,000 families, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). The affected families are spread across Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao Occidental, and Davao Oriental. Evacuation efforts have been underway, with some families still in shelters. Tragically, casualties have been reported, including fatalities and injuries due to landslides and flooding. The infrastructure has also suffered, with roads and bridges being blocked or damaged. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has been providing relief to affected residents, and the local government units have also contributed aid. In response to the shear line, the OCD-Davao has raised its Blue Alert status, emphasizing the need for intensified monitoring and immediate mobilization of resources. The situation remains challenging, with ongoing flooding and landslides affecting numerous areas in the region......»»
Senate Cha-cha proponents: No political changes
Joining the fray to have the Charter changed, several senators have vowed to focus on its economic provisions and to steer clear of politics to ensure their initiative will have better chances of getting approved......»»
Celebrate Father’s Day with the elderly: ‘Home for the aged’ centers you can visit in Cebu
CONSOLACION, Cebu– As Father’s Day approaches, families everywhere prepare to honor their “first” heroes with heartfelt tributes, special gatherings, and cherished moments of gratitude. However, some families face the day with bittersweet emotions, remembering fathers who have passed away or those who have long been absent from their lives. For those who still feel that.....»»
Facebook, YouTube pages claim First Lady controls Marcos administration
Philstar.com granted MindaNews permission to republish this piece. Several Facebook and YouTube pages have made claims that First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos is single-handedly controlling the Marcos administration.These posts and videos have called the First Lady the “mastermind” behind the decision to “allow” the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, among other […].....»»
LWUA changes stand: Mayors have no power to remove BOD members
LWUA changes stand: Mayors have no power to remove BOD members.....»»
Stray Kids, Itzy show how to nail J.Y. Park s Like Magic dance challenge
In addition to the new limited-edition flavor, three of the hottest K-Pop groups, Stray Kids, Itzy, and Nmixx, as well as the founder of JYP Entertainment, J.Y. Park, have created unexpected experiences for devoted fans. As part of this exciting collaboration, the groups have teamed up to drop the ultimate K-Pop anthem song and music video called “Like Magic,” produced by J.Y. Park. The full song and video is available to be streamed on JYP Entertainment's YouTube channel......»»
IN MEMORIAM: We have just lost a prophet for peace and justice
We have just lost a dedicated activist and fervent defender of human rights in the Philippines, Fr. Amado “Picx” Picardal, CSsR. He passed away on May 29, on the anniversary of his religious profession, near his personally-built mountain heritage in Cebu City. His commitment to denouncing the extrajudicial killings and arbitrary arrests orchestrated by the […].....»»
King s Birthday Honours recognise significant contributions to education
Minister of Education Erica Stanford today recognises the significant achievements of those included in the King's Birthday 2024 Honours List, particularly those being celebrated for their services to education."This year's King's Birthday Honours recognises the commitment, dedication and passion that those who have been honoured have.....»»
Not Filipino enough
In the current feeding frenzy over Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo’s allegedly questionable citizenship (to which I admittedly contributed with my tongue-in-cheek take two weeks ago), a consensus appears to have formed that Mayor Guo isn’t Filipino, or isn’t Filipino enough. All kinds of “tests” of “Filipino-ness” have come up online, things that every homegrown Pinoy is supposed to know: dinuguan, chismis, Dolphy, chaka, peks man, etc......»»
5 Tips to Be Productive When Stuck Indoors
Productivity doesn’t have to end when you have nowhere else to go. When you want to spend your time wisely in your Union Square Residences unit, consider these five tips and do the things you’ve always wanted. Declutter and Organize Clean up the condo by decluttering and organizing your things. Do general cleaning in sections […] The post 5 Tips to Be Productive When Stuck Indoors appeared first on Kagay An......»»
Statement by Minister Khera on Filipino Heritage Month
OTTAWA, June 1, 2024 Today marks the beginning of month-long celebrations of the Filipino heritage, traditions and communities that have contributed to Canada since the early 20th century. The Filipino community is one of Canada's fastest-growing populations. With more than 900,000 people, it is the third largest Asian community in the country. Filipinos have made positive and meaningful contr.....»»
The road paved with good intentions
I was invited as a panelist in a recent Philippine Loan Market Conference and our topic was Financing the Philippines’ Energy Transition. It was a great panel but I also said something that may have have caused some discomfort (and possibly quiet agreement) among the audience when I said that I am all for financing renewables, but the problem is that we are not giving any incentives to build baseload and we may end up with power shortages......»»
Calapan City Stores Sell Banned Beauty Creams Laced with Mercury
Quezon City. Pakistan-made beauty creams that have been banned for being contaminated with mercury, a highly toxic chemical, have found their way to the “Green City of Calapan.” During a recent visit to the capital city of Mindoro Oriental Province, the EcoWaste Coalition found at least three cosmetic product stores selling the notoriously toxic Goree […].....»»
How close is AI to human-level abilities? How far have we come?
How close is AI to human-level abilities? How far have we come?.....»»
Sarbay Fest, Mindanao’s biggest beach party, kicks off May 24
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 23 May) – Around 800 security personnel have been mobilized to help protect tens of thousands of foreign and local visitors who have already started to swarm the powdery white sand beaches in the village of Gumasa, Glan town in Sarangani. The three-day Sarbay Fest (Sarangani Bay Festival), touted as […].....»»
Unoccupied stalls
Scenes inside the modernized fish section of the Agdao Public Market in Davao City, where some stalls have remained closed for months. According to reports, many stall owners have closed shop due to low sales and high rental cost. Photo taken on May 26, 2024. MindaNews photo.....»»