Private sector access to treatment sought amid rising youth HIV cases
Alarmed by the rising cases of human immunodeficiency virus among the country’s younger individuals, Health Secretary Ted Herbosa is pushing to make antiretroviral drugs available in the private sector......»»
PSAC backs government efforts in local talent retention
The jobs sector of the Private Sector Advisory Council expressed support for President Marcos’ efforts aimed at bolstering local talent retention, enhancing vocational training and streamlining business processes in the Philippines......»»
Early case resolution sought for 141 NFA officials
The resolution of cases against 141 officials and employees of the National Food Authority must be hastened amid the six.....»»
Balance in synergies: Ensuring effective public-private partnership
Partnerships between the government and the private sector have long been a cornerstone of economic growth, both in the Philippines and globally......»»
Lawmaker proposes gradual 3-year wage hike for private workers
A lawmaker on Wednesday proposed gradually increasing the minimum daily wage for private sector workers by P100 over three years. Manila Rep. Joel Chua believes this approach would be manageable for businesses still recovering from the pandemic. He emphasized the importance of balancing the interests of workers and businesses while implementing the wage hike. A.....»»
Zubiri pumiyok sa mansiyon, private jet, resort
Inamin ni dating Senate president Juan Miguel Zubiri na mayroon siyang resort sa Camiguin Island sa Mindanao pero fake news ang kinalat ng mga vlogger na bumili siya ng private jet at mansyon sa Forbes Park sa Makati City. The post Zubiri pumiyok sa mansiyon, private jet, resort first appeared on Abante......»»
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......»»
Lakers Reaves reminisces rock-star treatment during FIBA World Cup in Manila
The FIBA World Cup experience with Team USA in Manila last year left an indelible mark on the Los Angeles Lakers’ rising star Austin Reaves......»»
Arrest of Israeli, Hamas leaders sought
Arrest of Israeli, Hamas leaders sought.....»»
Pinoy nurses ‘sought-after’ in Australia
Pinoy nurses ‘sought-after’ in Australia.....»»
Probe on local police leadership sought in Congress
A “comprehensive inquiry” into the police leadership in local government units, particularly the San Pedro City police force in Laguna, is being sought in the House of Representatives......»»
Emergency protocols in case of bridge collapse sought
Emergency protocols in case of bridge collapse sought.....»»
BBM okay sought for bridge linking Negros, Cebu, Bohol
BBM okay sought for bridge linking Negros, Cebu, Bohol.....»»
Award to honor works of Negrense youth in heritage conservation
Award to honor works of Negrense youth in heritage conservation.....»»
Pilar Pilapil kontra sa sinabi ni Gloria Diaz na 99% of beauty is youth
KONTRA ang veteran star na si Pilar Pilapil sa pahayag ng kapwa niya beauty queen at aktres na si Gloria Diaz na “99% of beauty is youth.” Para kay Pilar Pilapil, ang tunay na kagandahan ay maaaring ihalintulad sa wine – na habang tumatagal ay lalong sumasarap. “I don’t, I’m sorry. Beauty to me is.....»»
Filipino student suspended, left ‘homeless’ after joining pro-Palestine protest in the US
“The youth will never be ‘too young’ to speak their minds and truths. Student encampments have shown the capacity of the youth to lead communities on the basis of justice and peace." The post Filipino student suspended, left ‘homeless’ after joining pro-Palestine protest in the US appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Korean youth driving demand for Philippines flights
South Korea’s flag carrier expects to fly about 1.7 million passengers to and from the Philippines this year, optimistic that tourism demand will be sustained by the traveling youth......»»
Abalos wants habit of cleanliness instilled in youth
Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. is urging parents to instill the habit of cleanliness in the youth as the government gears up its clean-up drives......»»
MFC Cebu-Makati FC young booters dominate Asia’s biggest youth football tilt
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The combined teams of Makati Football Club Cebu and Makati FC (MFC) dominated the recently concluded Junior Soccer School and League (JSSL) over the weekend in Singapore. MFC sent 14 teams to Singapore’s premier youth football competition. Many players who suited up for MFC were from the Makati Football Club Cebu.....»»
Gilas Youth joins Spain, Puerto Rico, Lithuania in FIBA U17 World Cup group
The battlefield — and the stacked opposition on the way — is set for the Gilas Pilipinas youth in its anticipated return to the FIBA U17 World Cup in Turkey on June 29 to July 7......»»
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.....»»