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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......»»
DOH: Baguio water source contaminated
Amid an outbreak of acute gastroenteritis in Baguio City, a water source in the city has been found to be contaminated, according to the Department of Health......»»
Iran Youth Water Polo 2nd at Asian Age Group C ship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team lost to Japan 17-13 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship final on Saturday. - Sports news - Kazakhstan won the bronze medal, beating China 7-4.Iran defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Kazakhstan and China in the competition.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships included four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water polo, and a.....»»
Iran Youth Water Polo 2nd at Asian Age Group C ship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team lost to Japan 17-13 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship final on Saturday. - Sports news - Kazakhstan won the bronze medal, beating China 7-4.Iran defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Kazakhstan and China in the competition.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships included four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water polo, and a.....»»
Iran Youth Water Polo 2nd at Asian Age Group C ship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team lost to Japan 17-13 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship final on Saturday. - Sports news - Kazakhstan won the bronze medal, beating China 7-4.Iran defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Kazakhstan and China in the competition.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships included four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water polo, and a.....»»
Iran Youth Water Polo 2nd at Asian Age Group C ship
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team lost to Japan 17-13 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship final on Saturday. - Sports news - Kazakhstan won the bronze medal, beating China 7-4.Iran defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Kazakhstan and China in the competition.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships included four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water polo, and a.....»»
Vallena: Exclusive, protected bike lanes
Vallena: Exclusive, protected bike lanes.....»»
UPMSI-MERF assesses protected areas in Sipaway Island
UPMSI-MERF assesses protected areas in Sipaway Island.....»»
‘Limit political influence in protected areas permits’
Sen. Cynthia Villar yesterday proposed easing local politicians’ influence in approving permits for protected areas, following the Senate’s investigation on the infamous Captain’s Peak Resort built right at the foot of the Chocolate Hills in Bohol......»»
DOT seeks inclusion in protected areas board amid Chocolate Hills issue
Department of Tourism Sec. Christina Frasco —INQUIRER.net file photo / Ryan Leagogo After the recent controversy surrounding a resort development near Chocolate Hills in Sagbayan town, Bohol, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced plans to advocate for its inclusion in the national government’s Protected Area Management Board (PAMB). Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco stated during a.....»»
DILG considers review, moratorium on protected areas dev’t.
DILG considers review, moratorium on protected areas dev’t......»»
Huge sharptail mola dies, to be displayed in Sarangani province
KORONADAL CITY (MindaNews / 18 January)—A big sharptail mola that beached in Glan, Sarangani has died and will be preserved for posterity and study purposes, officials said Thursday. Dr. Roy Mejorada, a veterinarian at the Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape–Protected Area Management Office (SBPS–PAMO), said that fishermen saw the sharptail mola (Masturus lanceolatus) around 4 a.m. […].....»»
Rare beetle discovered in Mt. Hamiguitan sanctuary
In a recent discovery, a rare long-horned beetle, Paraskeletodes hamiguitanensis, was found in the Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary (MHRWS) in Davao Oriental. The beetle was unearthed during a scientific expedition led by the Provincial Government of Davao Oriental and conducted by a team from Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU). Dr. Milton Medina, a Filipino coleopterist, confirmed the uniqueness of P. hamiguitanensis through careful morphological examination, highlighting distinct differences from its closely related counterpart found in Sulawesi, Indonesia. The discovery sheds light on the limited knowledge of beetle taxonomy in the Philippines and underscores the need for increased scientific and conservation efforts in biodiversity hotspots like the Philippines and Sulawesi. Concerns were raised about the global trade of beetle species and the rapid loss of forest cover in the Philippines, emphasizing the vital role of protected areas like Mt. Hamiguitan as essential sanctuaries for biodiversity. The researchers emphasized the need for cooperation with DENR-Davao in promoting biodiversity conservation and encouraged young scholars to explore beetle taxonomy. The discovery of P. hamiguitanensis and several other beetle species in the area underscores the rich biodiversity of Mt. Hamiguitan, with ongoing research aiming to describe more species and uncover many undiscovered ones in the region......»»
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......»»
Asian Age Group C ship: Iran Beats Singapore
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team defeated Singapore 19-8 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship on Thursday. - Sports news - Iran had previously defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan in Group B.Iran will meet the winner of Uzbekistan and China in the semifinal on Friday.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships include four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water.....»»
Asian Age Group C ship: Iran Beats Singapore
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team defeated Singapore 19-8 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship on Thursday. - Sports news - Iran had previously defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan in Group B.Iran will meet the winner of Uzbekistan and China in the semifinal on Friday.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships include four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water.....»»
Asian Age Group C ship: Iran Beats Singapore
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran's youth water polo team defeated Singapore 19-8 at the 11th Asian Age Group Championship on Thursday. - Sports news - Iran had previously defeated Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan in Group B.Iran will meet the winner of Uzbekistan and China in the semifinal on Friday.The 11th Asian Age Group Championships include four aquatic disciplines, namely swimming, diving, water.....»»
Aboitiz units power Davao’s run-of-river hydro plants
The Aboitiz Group has committed to further improve water supply in Davao after the inauguration of the Davao City bulk water supply project last month......»»
Bea Alonzo, Dominic Roque hiwalay na sey ng source ni Ogie Diaz
“SABI ng isa kong source, wala na sila, hiwalay na sila,” ito ang pasabog ni Ogie Diaz sa vlog nila ni Mama Loi na “Showbiz Update” na in-upload ngayong gabi. Kakasulat lang namin dito sa BANDERA kaninang umaga na sinabi ng aming source na may ‘tampuhan’ ang magsing-irog na sina Bea Alonzo at Dominic Roque.....»»
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 […].....»»