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Drug den in Cotabato province shut down, 3 operators nabbed
Anti-narcotics agents seized P85,000 worth of shabu and arrested three alleged drug den operators, suspected of sharing earnings to two local terrorist groups, in a raid on Thursday in Pikit town, Cotabato province......»»
Aghon slightly strengthens over Quezon province
Tropical Storm Aghon (international name: Ewiniar), the country's first cyclone this year, intensified while lingering over Quezon province, state weather bureau PAGASA said on Sunday......»»
P1.3M shabu seized in Bulacan province
P1.3M shabu seized in Bulacan province.....»»
3 dead, 2 injured in car crash in Philippines
MANILA, May 20 (Xinhua) -- Three elderly people have been killed and two others critically injured after their car hit a concrete post along a highway in Laguna province, south of Manila, police said Monday. Police said the accident happened around 6 p.m. local time Sunday while the group, which included people in their 60s and 70s, was traveling south to Quezon province. Initial investigation showed that.....»»
Cebu Province declares state of calamity due to El Niño
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu Provincial Government has declared the entire province under a state of calamity. This decision follows the submission of initial reports to the provincial government, detailing the damage and losses to crops and livestock in several areas of the province caused by the ongoing drought from the El Niño phenomenon.....»»
2 soldiers dead, 4 wounded in Philippine clash
MANILA, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Two soldiers were killed and four others wounded in a clash with rebels in Kalinga province in the northern Philippines, the military said Monday. The military said the troops were under a combat operation on Sunday in a town in the landlocked province, where they clashed with a number of New People's Army (NPA) rebels. The NPA rebels have been fighting against the government tr.....»»
2 soldiers dead, 4 wounded in Philippine clash
MANILA, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Two soldiers were killed and four others wounded in a clash with rebels in Kalinga province in the northern Philippines, the military said Monday. The military said the troops were under a combat operation on Sunday in a town in the landlocked province, where they clashed with a number of New People's Army (NPA) rebels. The NPA rebels have been fighting against the government tr.....»»
99 EB Magalona hog raisers get assistance from province
99 EB Magalona hog raisers get assistance from province.....»»
La Union local water suppliers urged to examine current supply woes
La Union Gov. Raphaelle Ortega-David called on local water suppliers in her province to assess the current water supply situation in La Union and address challenges amid the drought being experienced throughout the province......»»
Xinhua world news summary at 0630 GMT, April 30
KABUL -- Six people were shot dead and another was injured following an attack at a mosque by gunmen in west Afghanistan's Herat province on Monday evening, spokesman for the Ministry of Interior Mufti Abdul Mateen Qani said Tuesday. The deadly incident happened after a shooter opened fire on worshippers offering evening prayers in the Shahrak area, Gozara district of the province, Qani posted on his X account......»»
Bomb threat cancels classes at Quezon province school
Classes at a criminology school in Tiaong, Quezon province were canceled after a student received a bomb threat on Friday night......»»
Voters favor creation of 8 Bangsamoro towns in Cotabato province
More than three-fourths of the 89,594 registered voters in 63 Bangsamoro barangays in Cotabato province in Region 12 voted in favor of proposals to create eight municipalities covering their domains during a plebiscite on Saturday......»»
P3M danyos sa kahumayan, maisan sa Cebu province tungod sa El Niño
P3M danyos sa kahumayan, maisan sa Cebu province tungod sa El Niño.....»»
Mandaue official credits citizen voting for province posts with enhanced services
Mandaue official credits citizen voting for province posts with enhanced services.....»»
Ahtisa Manalo crowned Miss Quezon Province, now stronger for Miss Universe Philippines 2024
Beauty queen Ahtisa Manalo returned to pageantry as Quezon Province's bet to Miss Universe Philippines 2024......»»
Fire kills 39 people in Jiangxi province
Fire kills 39 people in Jiangxi province.....»»
Bago City over-all champion in province-wide Green Legacy Awards
Bago City over-all champion in province-wide Green Legacy Awards.....»»
13 students reported killed in an elementary school dorm fire in China s Henan province
13 students reported killed in an elementary school dorm fire in China s Henan province.....»»
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
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......»»