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What s inside Mindanao’s first Tourist Rest Area
When traveling from Cagayan de Oro to Bukidnon or further going south, one can take a break in the Tourist Rest Area situated in the municipality of Manolo Fortich......»»
DIA taxi crackdown yields 32 apprehensions
An official from the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board-Davao Region (LTFRB-Davao) reported approximately 32 apprehensions, including one case involving a taxi driver soliciting passengers inside Francisco Bangoy International Airport, also known as Davao International Airport (DIA)......»»
3 Filipinos dead in UAE floods: officials
Three workers from the Philippines have died in heavy flooding in the United Arab Emirates, Filipino officials announced, as the desert country struggled Friday to recover from record rains. Two women suffocated inside their vehicle during the flooding and one man died when his vehicle fell into a sinkhole, the Philippines’ Department of Migrant Workers said. The women died.....»»
Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings
The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»
Police: No truth to bomb threat at PI’s prayer rally
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has debunked a text message claiming a bomb threat at the People's Initiative (PI) “Unity for One Nation, One Prayer” rally in San Pedro Square. The message warned of possible explosions at Rizal Park, one of the rally venues. Despite the lack of credible threats, the police urged vigilance and cooperation from the public for safety. Approximately 300 police personnel were deployed to secure various rally points, with additional support from volunteers and security clusters. Task Force Davao also activated a high alert status as part of the city's security measures. Captain John Louie Dema-ala confirmed that the circulating threat was unfounded and aimed at intimidating rallyists. Despite this, nearly 17,000 Dabawenyos joined the rally to oppose the proposed Charter change (Cha-cha) movement. The police and security forces remain vigilant and are conducting ongoing investigations into the social media threat......»»
Complaint filed at OP exposes ‘mafia’ at NFA
The unraveling of the alleged “mafia” inside the National Food Authority started with the filing of a formal complaint at the Office of the President accusing NFA Administrator Roderico Bioco of being behind the alleged questionable sale of rice to some traders......»»
Pamplona Massacre anniversary: ‘Where are we now in our pursuit of justice?’
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Today, March 4, 2024, marks the first anniversary of the shooting that killed Negros Oriental Governor Roel Degamo and nine others inside his home in Pamplona town, Negros Oriental, which would be later known as the Pamplona Massacre. With this, the Diocese of Dumaguete has released a statement to commemorate the.....»»
Philippines Says Catholic Mass Bombing Mastermind Is Dead
Manila, Philippines - The alleged mastermind of a bombing at a Catholic Mass in the southern Philippines has died after a clash between members of a pro-Islamic State group and government troops, officials said Monday.Four people were killed and dozens wounded in the Dec. 3 attack on worshippers inside a university gym in Marawi, the country's largest Muslim city, that was later claimed by the Islamic State grou.....»»
Philippines Says Catholic Mass Bombing Mastermind Is Dead
Manila, Philippines - The alleged mastermind of a bombing at a Catholic Mass in the southern Philippines has died after a clash between members of a pro-Islamic State group and government troops, officials said Monday.Four people were killed and dozens wounded in the Dec. 3 attack on worshippers inside a university gym in Marawi, the country's largest Muslim city, that was later claimed by the Islamic State grou.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 18
ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan military said in a statement that the country had carried out effective strikes early Thursday morning against hideouts inside Iran used by "terrorists" responsible for recent attacks in Pakistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said that the precision strikes were carried out by "using killer drones, rockets, loitering munitions, and stand-o.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 18
ISLAMABAD -- Pakistan military said in a statement that the country had carried out effective strikes early Thursday morning against hideouts inside Iran used by "terrorists" responsible for recent attacks in Pakistan. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of the Pakistan army, said that the precision strikes were carried out by "using killer drones, rockets, loitering munitions, and stand-o.....»»
Common immigration scams
Many people, both inside and outside the US, are desperate to achieve the “American dream,” which means a better life for themselves and their children. Other people in the US have been out of status for many years, separated from their family back home and dream of the day they can be reunited once again in the US......»»
HD Spikers bounce back, rip Foxies
Jovelyn Gonzaga provided much energy and firepower as Cignal vented its ire on Farm Fresh with a quick, ruthless 25-10, 25-14, 25-15 victory yesterday that tossed the HD Spikers back inside the magic four in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the PhilSports Arena......»»
Church visits are allowed only until 10 p.m. – Police chief
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Church visits on Maundy Thursday will only be allowed until 10 p.m. the chief of the Cebu City police announced on Thursday, March 28. Police Colonel Ireneo B. Dalogdog, City Director of the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) said that the public is not allowed inside religious places past 10:00 p.m......»»
What I Can See and Feel
I can see the sky getting darker I can hear the gods playing with thunder I can see the wind blowing stronger I can hear the cats meowling, dogs barking harder. I can feel you when you smile and when you cry, inside As you go through life's long and bumpy ride I can see you even when you hide As you lick your wounds, I am by your side. I can see.....»»
PLDT too good for Capital1
PLDT vented its ire on Capital1 Solar with an unforgiving 25-13, 25-15, 25-16 victory yesterday that kept the former inside the magic four in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Filoil EcoOil Arena......»»
PLDT pummels Capital1 Solar in PVL
PLDT vented its ire on Capital1 Solar with an unforgiving 25-13, 25-15, 25-16 victory Saturday that kept the former inside the magic four in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Filoil EcoOil Arena......»»
In a doughnut in Japan, unlocking the power of the Sun
With its tangle of pipes and pumps leading to a metal pot the size of a five-storey building, Japan’s JT-60SA machine looks to the untrained eye like a contraption from 1970s sci-fi. But inside it is a doughnut-shaped vessel where experiments done at millions of degrees could help unlock a carbon-free, inexhaustible and safe power.....»»
Drilling operations for windmill project found at Masungi Georeserve
The Masungi foundation, using drone surveillance, uncovers the ongoing activities for the building of 12 wind turbines inside the conservation area.....»»
A tale of ‘pork-barrel’ era
The first time I met Senator Jinggoy Estrada was while he was still mayor of San Juan City on June 30,1998 when he attended the inaugural of his father, former president Joseph Estrada. At that time, I was still a reporter covering Malacañang Palace. As it turned out, it was the first and last time I saw mayor Jinggoy inside the Palace grounds......»»