Spot a snake? Contact the barangay first for assistance
CEBU CITY, Philippines —The sightings of king cobras and other types of snakes have become prevalent in Cebu recently. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Central Visayas (DENR-7) has previously stated that among the reasons for the increasing sightings in Cebu are the mating season and the destruction of their habitat. The agency.....»»
SEC-Davao advises timely submission of requirements for amnesty payments
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Davao Extension Office is reminding corporations who have participated in the amnesty program to ensure timely submission of required documents by January 31. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of payments and incurring additional penalties as outlined in SEC Memorandum Circular No. 20, series of 2023. Non-compliant corporations must submit their latest General Information Sheet (GIS) and Annual Financial Statement (AFS) through the SEC Electronic Filing and Submission Tool (eFAST). Meanwhile, suspended or revoked corporations should submit their petitions along with necessary documents to the Extension Office via email at secdavao@gmail.com. For more information, applicant-corporations can contact SEC Davao Extension Office at 0932-973-8791. It is important to note that the Commission is planning to implement a substantial increase in basic penalties for late and non-filing of reports post-amnesty period, with penalties potentially increasing by up to 1,900 percent......»»
Solo parents to get P1K monthly subsidy
The Local Solo Parents' Ordinance, recently approved by the 20th City Council of Davao City, promises a monthly subsidy of approximately P1,000 for eligible beneficiaries. Councilor Tricia Ann Villafuerte highlighted the ordinance's significance in providing vital support to solo parents and their children, as there are approximately 6,000 solo parents in Davao City. This ordinance is an adaptation of the national law, Republic Act 8972, customized to address the unique needs of solo parents in the city. It aims to meet the essential needs of mothers and their children, including school supplies, consultation, laboratory diagnostics, and financial assistance, such as medical, death, and burial aid. Additionally, solo parents will receive a monthly monetary subsidy of P1,000 and are entitled to a 10 percent discount on select basic commodities, similar to senior citizens and Persons with Disability (PWD). To qualify for the benefits, applicants must submit necessary documents and meet specific criteria, while disqualification grounds include changes in civil status and provision of necessary assistance by the other biological parent as per the Family Code of the Philippines. It's important to note that individuals under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) are ineligible for the Local Solo Parents' Ordinance......»»
Inayawan cops train barangay tanods to elevate community safety
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Inayawan police station launched a training initiative aimed at enhancing the skills of barangay peace and safety officers. Entitled “Capacity Building and Professionalizing of Barangay Tanods” the training was conducted on Thursday morning, February 29, 2024, in Barangay Bulacao, Cebu City. The activity is aligned with the police’s commitment to the.....»»
Abra barangay execs suspended for death penalty ordinance on garbage dumping
Barangay Calaba, Bangued chairman Renato Brasuela and five barangay councilors or kagawad, including the barangay Sangguniang Kabataan chairperson were suspended for three months for crafting a barangay ordinance in February that sought to mete out “death” as a third offense penalty for illegally dumping garbage......»»
PH in contact with Filipinos arrested in Japan over bodies found in Tokyo
The Filipina arrested for abandoning the corpses of a Japanese couple 'denies all involvement,' says a DFA official.....»»
Crew of Iran-Held Tanker Safe, Greek Owners Say
Athens, Greece - The crew of a tanker seized by Iran's navy this week in a row with the United States are safe, the vessel's Greek owners said on Sunday.Empire Navigation said in a statement that an associate had contacted Iranian authorities and reported that 'all the crew members on board the St. Nikolas are safe and in good health.'The company added that it had not been itself able to directly contact.....»»
Overpriced pay parking fees? Report this to Cebu City Hall, says councilor
CEBU CITY, Philippines —A Cebu City councilor is urging the public to report to the city hall pay parking areas collecting overpriced fees. Cebu City Councilor James Cuenco, the city council’s chairman of the Committee on Transportation, Councilor James Cuenco urged those with concerns of overpriced parking fees to contact his office and tell them the.....»»
LTO eyes cameras vs busway violators
The Land Transportation Office would use the closed-circuit television cameras of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority to enforce a no-contact apprehension of motorists using the EDSA busway without authorization, an LTO official said yesterday......»»
New species of Amazon anaconda, world’s largest snake, discovered
It was thought that there was only one species of green anaconda in the wild, the Eunectes murinus, but the scientific journal 'Diversity' reveals that the new 'northern green anaconda' belongs to a different, new species, Eunectes akiyama.....»»
Bacolod to launch ‘Bayad Agad’ system for releasing of financial assistance
Bacolod to launch ‘Bayad Agad’ system for releasing of financial assistance.....»»
Reticulated python captured inside compound of DOH-7 in Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A reticulated python, locally known as a “Sawa,” was captured inside the compound of the Department of Health in Central Visayas (DOH-7) along Osmeña Boulevard in Cebu City on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. A reticulated python is a “non-venomous snake” native to South and Southeast Asia, which holds the title of.....»»
Helper dead as truck turned turtle in Davao City mishap
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 15 January) – A truck helper died on the spot as a wing van truck smashed into two barangay vehicles parked in front of the barangay hall of Marilog Proper here before dawn Monday. In its initial investigation, the Marilog police station said the truck was transporting animal feeds when it […].....»»
1 kilo marijuana seized from courier in Zamboanga City
Anti-narcotics agents seized a kilo of compressed dried marijuana leaves from a dealer intercepted while on his way to deliver the illegal merchandise to a contact in Zamboanga City on Thursday......»»
Marcos vows to actively thwart ICC access to gov’t information
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has vowed to actively prevent International Criminal Court representatives from making any contact with government agencies or officials even as they have been allowed to enter the country......»»
Antivenom supply: ‘Crucial regional hospitals’ must have them – Tulfo
MANILA, Philippines — Adequate supply of antivenom is a need in “crucial regional hospitals’ of the country. This is according to Senator Raffy Tulfo, who noted that the Philippines is mostly composed of agricultural and rural areas. Tulfo is referring to antivenom for snake bites, particularly Philippine cobras. In his privilege speech delivered on Monday’s.....»»
MMDA: NCAP remains suspended
The no-contact apprehension policy or NCAP remains suspended, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said yesterday......»»
Dingdong, Jessa rumesbak sa nagkalat na may tinakbuhan silang utang, magdedemanda?
NALAGAY sa kontrobersya at iskandalo ang mag-asawang Jessa Zaragoza at Dingdong Avanzado dahil sa isang viral Facebook post na pinagpiyestahan ng netizens. Isang shoutout sa FB noong January 9, mula sa isang nagngangalang Fujiwara Masashi, na may mga friends daw sa local showbiz. “Dingdong jessa !! You guys!! Please feel free to contact me and.....»»
Barangay exec dies instantly as falling tree strikes motorcycle
A motorcycle-riding barangay chairman died on the spot when a large dead tree along a highway fell on his head on Friday in Midsalip town in Zamboanga del Sur......»»
Bahay makes top spot his home for 2nd year
Bahay makes top spot his home for 2nd year.....»»
Malabon releases P2.4 million aid for 800 poor residents
Over 800 poor residents from Malabon City received P2.4 million in financial assistance under the national government’s Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations on Friday......»»