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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......»»
Serious gaffe
An irate China has dared to wag its finger on our foreign policy chief architect......»»
Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces
The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»
Beautycon 2024: Highlights, spotted celebs, top brands from the beauty event of the year
For the first time ever, SM Beauty, Watsons and LOOK At Me got together to power Beautycon 2024, a free-entrance beauty and lifestyle event held from March 20 to 23 at SMX Manila Halls 1 and 2......»»
'JusticeForKillua: Celebs nanawagan para sa asong pinatay
LABIS na nabahala ang mga netizens at animal lovers sa naging brutal na pagpatay sa aso mula sa Bato, Camarines Sur na si Killua. Viral ngayon ang post ng may-ari ng Golden Retriever dog matapos nilang matagpuan na duguan at walang buhay ang alaga sa loob ng sako. “Mahal na mahal ko ‘yan. We found.....»»
Tambalang SnoRene kinakiligan pati ng mga celebs
TALAGA namang parami pa nang parami ang kinikilig sa tambalan ng Kapamilya stars na sina Maris Racal at Anthony Jennings o mas kilala bilang SnoRene. Nag-post kasi si Maris sa kanyang Instagram page ng mga black and white photos nila ni Anthony na kuha bago sila um-attend ng Star Magical Prom 2024. Matatandaang nitong March.....»»
Vilma nanguna sa pagdiriwang ng ‘Barako Festival 2024’, dinagsa ng celebs
SA ikalawang taon ng selebrasyon ng Barako Festival ngayong 2024 ay masasabing ito ang pinakamalaki dahil maraming highlights mula kahapon, Marso 14 hanggang bukas, Marso 16. Ang Star For All Seasons na si dating Congresswoman Vilma Santos–Recto ang nanguna sa opening ng Barako Fest 2024 kasama ang anak na si Ryan Christian Santos-Recto, pati ang.....»»
Anne, Janno, Gardo, ilan pang celebs ‘gigil mode’ sa Chocolate Hills resort
GIGIL na gigil din kahit ang ilang celebrities matapos mag-viral sa social media ang isang resort na ipinatayo sa gitna ng Chocolate Hills, ang isa sa pinakasikat na tourist attraction sa ating bansa. Narito ang ilan sa mga ibinanderang reaksyon ng ilang kilalang celebrities at bigating mga personalidad: Anne Curtis Sa pamamagitan ng X (dating.....»»
Michael Cinco tumalak sa celebs na mahilig sa libre: Mahiya ka naman!
TINALAKAN ng renowned Filipino fashion designer na si Michael Cinco ang mga celebrities at influencers na todo support sa international brands pero mahilig magpalibre ng mga damit at iba pang services sa mga local designers. Sa panamagitan ng kanyang Instagram stories ay sunud-sunod ang kanyang naging post kung saan tinatanong nito kung bakit mas tinatangkilik.....»»
TINGNAN: Celebs na bumandera sa reunion concert ng Rivermaya
TILA nagsama-sama ang ilang celebrities sa naganap na reunion concert ng pop-alternative rock powerhouse na Rivermaya. Maraming kilalang artista kasi ang naki-throwback kila Bamboo Mañalac, Rico Blanco, Nathan Azarcon, at Mark Escueta sa kanilang “Rivermaya: The Reunion” show na naganap sa Paranaque noong February 17. Ilan lamang sa mga itinanghal ng banda ay ang biggest.....»»
Kathryn ibinunyag ang Top 3 celebs na ‘wish’ makatrabaho, sino-sino kaya?
VILMA Santos, Piolo Pascual, at Jericho Rosales. Sila ang ilan lamang sa bigating celebrities na gustong makatrabaho ng aktres na si Kathryn Bernardo in the future. Sa isang panayam, humingi ng reaksyon ang entertainment reporter na si MJ Felipe kay Kathryn matapos ihayag ni Piolo ang kanyang pagnanais na masakama ang aktres sa isang proyekto......»»
97-anyos na socmed star pumanaw na, celebs nakiramay sa naulilang pamilya
SUMAKABILANG-BUHAY na ang 97-anyos na social media star na si Anicia Santos Manipon na mas kilala bilang si “Grandma.” Si Grandma ay lola ng kilala ring content creator na si Chris Punsalan na isang Kapampangan. Siya ang nagkumpirma na namaalam na nga ang kanyang lola. Sa isang content ni Chris, nalaman ng GMANetwork.com na isang.....»»
Ryan gipabilib ang ubang celebs sa ‘DIY’ nga pag-ibot sa ngipon ni Luna
Daghang ang nalingaw sa gipakita nga pagka “DIY” (do-it-yourself) dentist sa TV host-actor nga si Ryan Agoncillo. Napa wow ang mga netizens apil na ang iyang mga kauban nga celebrities sa iyang pagtangtang sa hingo na nga ngipon sa ilang anak ni Judy Ann Santos nga si Luna. Kini human gi-post ni Ryan sa iyang.....»»
Ryan pinabilib ang mga kapwa celebs sa ‘DIY’ na pagbunot sa ngipin ni Luna
MARAMING naaliw at natuwa sa pagiging “DIY” (do-it-yourself) dentist ng TV host-actor na si Ryan Agoncillo. Napa-wow ang mga netizens, pati na rin ang mga kaibigan niyang celebrities sa pagtatanggal niya ng baby tooth ng bunsong anak nila ni Judy Ann Santos na si Luna Agoncillo. Sa kanyang Instagram account, ipinost ng “Eat Bulaga” host.....»»
China confronts Japanese politicians in disputed East China Sea area
BEIJING/TOKYO - China's coast guard confronted Japanese lawmakers in waters claimed by both countries in the East China Sea, China's embassy in Tokyo and Japanese media said Sunday, the latest in a series of maritime disputes involving China and its neighbors.Chinese vessels took unspecified law enforcement measures, the embassy said in a statement, adding that it had lodged solemn representations for what it ca.....»»
‘Unjust’ remarks vs Chinese students hit
“Unjust” and negative statements made by politicians regarding the presence of Chinese students in Cagayan contradict the Philippines’ efforts to attract Chinese tourists and investors, according to the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc......»»
‘Bubble Gang’ long-time collaborators share gag show’s secrets to success
For more than two decades, “Bubble Gang,” now spelled “BBLGANG,” has become a staple of every Kapuso’s Entertainment fare. It features, among other things, “commercial spoofs, recurring characters, and parodies on politicians,” according to its website, and remains the local tinseltown’s longest-running gag show......»»
EDITORIAL - Where’s the law vs epal?
With a year to go before the midterm elections, public spaces are again being littered with billboards, posters and streamers of politicians, bearing messages to the public using any flimsy excuse, such as greetings on little known occasions, or even advising motorists to drive carefully......»»
Pols’ propaganda materials can’t be removed yet – Comelec
Posters and other propaganda materials of some politicians cannot be ordered removed yet by the Commission on Elections......»»
‘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......»»