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All 216 victims of suspected food poisoning in Agusan Sur sent home
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur (MindaNews / 23 February) — All 216 patients who were mostly admitted to the Esperanza Medicare Community Hospital for suspected food poisoning were already discharged and sent home Wednesday, the local government of Esperanza town in Agusan del Sur said in a Facebook post Thursday. They were transported home aboard […].....»»
12 villages in Agusan Sur town still submerged in flood
VERUELA, Agusan del Sur (MindaNews / 19 January) — The inland town of Veruela in Agusan del Sur has remained submerged after enduring four consecutive days of relentless rainfall brought by a shear line, affecting 12 of its 20 villages. Clyde Bonita, Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (MDRRM) Officer, reported that water from the […].....»»
6 areas hit dangerous heat index hits on Monday
MANILA, Philippines — Six areas experienced a dangerous peak heat index on Monday according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). Based on Pagasa’s latest computed heat index as of 5:00 p.m., Dagupan City, Pangasinan and Bacnotan, La Union both had a 44ºC (degrees Celsius) heat index. Meanwhile, Sinait, Ilocos Sur, Puerto.....»»
Will India join the US-China tug-of-war?
As the tussle between Beijing and Manila over the vital trade corridor intensifies, New Delhi remains vigilant The Philippines deployed ships to a disputed area in the South China Sea over the weekend to stop what it called China's "alarming activities." The office of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said in a.....»»
Will India join the US-China tug-of-war
As the tussle between Beijing and Manila over the vital trade corridor intensifies, New Delhi remains vigilantThe Philippines deployed ships to a disputed area in the South China Sea over the weekend to stop what it called China's "alarming activities." The office of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said in a statement that patrol ships will monitor.....»»
The 12 promises of the Cancer Law
In observance of World Cancer Awareness month and the 5th anniversary of the National Integrated Cancer Control Act (NICCA), I am writing to help explain the law’s provisions to the lay, as suggested by Philippine STAR reader, Adora Perez from the Corridor of Hope patient group......»»
Three-leg Indigenous Peoples Games set
The Philippine Sports Commission will hold three regional legs of the Indigenous Peoples Games this year beginning with the Luzon leg in Salcedo, Ilocos Sur on April 19 and 20......»»
Fishers, advocates fear destruction of marine ecosystem in the name of Verde Island ‘preservation’
“The Philippines is home to the highest concentration of marine shore fish species in the world, sheltered in a marine corridor known as the Verde Island Passage (VIP). The richness of biodiversity in the VIP makes it comparable to the Amazon. This biodiversity hotspot is being imperiled by fossil gas projects of SMC." The post Fishers, advocates fear destruction of marine ecosystem in the name of Verde Island ‘preservation’ appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
DOE urged to prioritize environment in expanding power projects
Environmental advocates of Protect VIP — a network that focuses on safeguarding the Verde Island Passage marine corridor — have urged the Department of Energy to exercise caution in its expansion of power generation projects in the marine biodiversity hotspot. .....»»
Chavit’s convoy flagged on EDSA busway
Former Ilocos Sur governor Luis “Chavit” Singson will give P100,000 in cash reward to traffic enforcers of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority who accosted yesterday his two-vehicle convoy for using the EDSA bus lane......»»
Drug surrenderee shot dead in Ilocos Sur
A drug surrenderee was gunned down in Barangay Ricudo in Sinait town on Thursday night......»»
2 die in Ilocos Sur road mishap
Two persons died when a pickup truck hit their motorcycle in this town on Saturday. .....»»
‘Bird flu, ASF vax being smuggled in travel luggage’
Unauthorized vaccines against bird flu and African swine fever are reportedly being smuggled into the country in tumblers and plastic glasses concealed in travel luggage from Vietnam and nearby countries, according to the Bureau of Animal Industry......»»
Travel with Confidence: Why Quality Travel Gear is a Great Investment
Have you ever left the house for a getaway and found yourself wondering, ‘Did I turn off the lights or appliances? Did I lock the doors and windows?’ These kinds of situations can haunt you during your travels, making for an uncomfortable experience. Traveling worry-free is essential, and ensuring everything is in order before you […].....»»
Traveling on Peak Times or Off-Peak Times? The Pros and Cons
Ever wondered if it’s smarter to travel when everyone else is or pick a quieter time? When you decide to hit the road can really shake up your travel experience, costs, and how easy things go. Think beyond the logistics – it’s also about what you personally like and how much you can deal with […].....»»
Canada’s travel advisory doesn’t reflect situation in Mindanao, say officials
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 20 January) – Officials and other stakeholders have expressed dismay at and disagreement with the travel advisory issued by the Canadian Embassy warning its citizens against traveling to several provinces in Mindanao. The advisory cited “serious threat of terrorism, kidnapping, high levels of crime, and violent clashes between the security forces […].....»»
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......»»
LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Offers a Brick-tastic Adventure for Filipino Travelers This 2024
Filipino families seeking exciting travel experiences in 2024 have an awesome destination: LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort. The world-renowned family destination is packed with unique LEGO® adventures, Malaysian cultural experiences, and incredible savings with the Book Early and Save promotion. Filipinos’ growing travel appetite makes LEGOLAND Malaysia a perfect fit. A study from the Philippine Travel Agencies […].....»»
10 hours travel for ‘Pasko Sa Enero’
It took “Pasko Sa Enero” first-prize winner Luisito Vallo five hours to travel from Calasiao, Pangasinan to Starbucks Molito, Alabang to claim his P10,000 cash and a big bagful of goodies last Sunday morning and another five hours to go back home. But Vallo, a librarian in the municipal government, said the experience was worth the trip......»»
Palawan Recognized as One of the Top Destinations in World for 2024
Palawan has once again earned recognition as one of the Trending Destinations in the World for 2024 on Tripadvisor, the global hub for travel deals and reviews. This follows Palawan’s outstanding global achievements in 2023, being named one of the World’s Most Desirable Countries for Adventure, making it to Travel + Leisure’s top Islands, and […].....»»