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PLDT to offer gigabit speed broadband

“What we are doing is the equivalent of the transition to 5G from 4G in mobile communication. We are pushing the boundary in internet access in the Philippines, giving the Filipino consumer a taste of first-world connectivity.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Fast track consenting in the fast lane

The Government is progressing changes to resource management laws as part of its 100 Day Action Plan, with the first steps taken to establish a new fast-track consenting one-stop shop regime."This new regime, which forms part of National's coalition agreement with New Zealand First, will improve the speed and process for resource approvals for major infrastructure projects, unlocking opportuni.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Increasing flood resilience across the Wairarapa

Flood resilience across the Wairarapa will be increased thanks to the Government's commitment of more than $8 million across five projects."Today, I am visiting the Wairarapa as part of the Government's 100-day plan to meet with community representatives affected by the 2023 severe weather events to understand what can be done to speed up and simplify recovery efforts," Emergency Management an.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery

Flood resilience across the Wairarapa will be increased thanks to the Government's commitment of more than $8 million across five projects."Today, I am visiting the Wairarapa as part of the Government's 100-day plan to meet with community representatives affected by the 2023 severe weather events to understand what can be done to speed up and simplify recovery efforts," Emergency Management an.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

CTTMO heightens 20-sec rule for PUVs

The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) in Davao City is intensifying the enforcement of the 20-second rule for public utility vehicles (PUVs) in loading/non-loading areas to alleviate traffic congestion during peak hours. CTTMO Head Dionisio Abude announced that 36 new traffic personnel will be assigned to monitor yellow boxes and ensure that PUVs, particularly jeepneys, do not exceed the 20-second limit in designated areas. Violators will be issued citation tickets for disregarding traffic signs, and those with expired or fake PUV IDs will face penalties. Additionally, the CTTMO is increasing efforts to curb illegally parked cars and urging drivers to keep intersections clear. These measures, along with the enforcement of the new speed limit policy, aim to promote safe and orderly traffic. Abude emphasized the importance of motorists' cooperation in respecting traffic rules and regulations for a disciplined and courteous driving environment......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

EDITORIAL – Probing the drug killings

Whether or not it’s true that probers of the International Criminal Court were in the country last December, the stories should prod Philippine authorities to speed up and intensify their own investigation into possible extrajudicial killings and other state abuses in the so-called war on drugs carried out in the previous administration......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Groseclose misses 1,000 meters short track semis

Speed skater Peter Joseph Groseclose had his moment in the 1,000 meters of short track on Sunday but missed out on a semifinal berth in the Fourth Winter Youth Olympic Games at the Gangneung Ice Arena......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

PLDT inks Shiela Kiseo

The PLDT High-Speed Hitters have added another key piece ahead of the upcoming Premier Volleyball League (PVL) season in former Far Eastern University Lady Tamaraw Shiela Kiseo......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Marcos activates new disaster command center

President Marcos activated yesterday the Disaster Response Command Centerof the Department of Social Welfare and Development to speed up relief operations during calamities......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Lambat Bitag Sasakyan confiscates over 7K vehicles since Sept 2022

THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) announced that it has already confiscated a total of 7,054 vehicles from September 16, 2022 to February 25, 2024, continuously strengthening the police campaign known as Oplan Lambat Bitag Sasakyan......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Lambat Bitag Sasakyan confiscates over 7K vehicles since Sept 2022

THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) announced that it has already confiscated a total of 7,054 vehicles from September 16, 2022 to February 25, 2024, continuously strengthening the police campaign known as Oplan Lambat Bitag Sasakyan......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

A taste of food heaven

Finkels is the delightful coffee shop and Mediterranean restaurant that opened last September in Plainview, Mandaluyong City......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 31st, 2024

Pia Wurtzbach s wax figure moves to Singapore temporarily

The wax figure of Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach by Madame Tussauds is on display at the museum's Singapore branch until the first of September......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

PSA brings services closer to the people of Tolosa, Leyte

The Philippine Statistics Authority Regional Statistical Services Office (RSSO) VIII in collaboration with PSA Leyte, serve the people of Tolosa, Leyte during the recently concluded “Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair” (BPSF) held in Visayas State University last 23-24 September 2023......»»

Category: newsSource:  samarnewsRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

The 12th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards Diversify to Spotlight the Country’s Growing Investment Destinations

The 2024 edition of the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards is set to present the highest marks of excellence to real estate enterprises and design leaders across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The 12th Annual PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards, presented by Kohler and supported by Boysen Paints and Dongpeng Ceramic, will be celebrated Friday, 6 September 2024 […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 20th, 2024

NMP welcomes new executive director

NMP has recently changed leadership as Mr. Victor A. Del Rosario assumed as its Executive Director III in a turnover ceremony held on 25 September 2023, at the NMP Administration Building, Cabalawan, Tacloban City......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

Tubod in Surigao del Norte named most competitive municipality

Tubod, a municipality in Surigao del Norte, has been recognized as the most competitive among 315 5th-6th class municipalities during the Philippine Creative Cities and Municipalities Competitiveness Congress held on September 28......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024

CARD MBA marks 24th year with AcciPlan launch and notable achievements

CARD Mutual Benefit Association (CARD MBA) highlighted its latest microinsurance product, AcciPlan, during its 24th anniversary celebration, on September 7, 2023......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

EDITORIAL - Preserving a geological treasure

In September last year, a provincial board member of Bohol had asked the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to stop the construction of private structures within the Chocolate Hills area......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024