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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......»»
Beware of ‘love scams’ as Valentine’s Day nears — DILG
MANILA, Philippines — Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. on Tuesday warned Filipinos of possible love scams as Valentine’s Day approaches. In a Palace briefing, Abalos explained that these involve criminals studying the personal life and interests of their targets and appealing to them emotionally. “Iyong love scam, I don’t know if you’ve heard about.....»»
Railways to progress
All this talk about separating Mindanao, the so-called Land of Promise, from the rest of the republic puts the spotlight once more on the island which, with its vast resources, had the potential to feed the whole country – at least once upon a time in decades past......»»
Comelec releases withdrawal form for PI signatures
Withdrawal forms are now available for those intending to take back their signatures gathered in a signature drive by proponents of the people’s initiative to amend the 1987 Constitution......»»
Iranian directors say they are ‘forbidden’ to join Berlin Film Festival premiere
'We are forbidden from joining you and watching a movie on the silver screen that is about love, about life, and also about freedom, a lost treasure in our country," the directors said in a statement after being barred by Iranian authorities.....»»
Talisay survives Minglanilla, forces winner take all in Rhea Gullas Cup
Talisay survives Minglanilla, forces winner take all in Rhea Gullas Cup.....»»
Balik-Tanaw | Rejoice!
The 4th Sunday of Lent is called Laetare Sunday. A Latin word which means rejoice! In the beginning of the Mass, its entrance antiphon acclaims “Rejoice, Jerusalem, and all who love her. Be joyful!” This Sunday celebration brings us to hope with anticipation, the great joy of the resurrection… which urges us to enter more deeply into the mystery of God’s love and mercy…”For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him might not perish but might have eternal life.”(John 3:16) The First reading reminds us of God’s mercy when Cyrus, King of Persia became the instrument of salvation for God’s chosen people who were exile in Babylon. The Psalm remembers the tragedy of the exile in Babylon as it evokes sentiments of joy and hope for salvation. In the Second Reading, Paul tells us that God is rich in mercy, and His great love brought us salvation as a gift (taken from the Word in other words). The post Balik-Tanaw | Rejoice! appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Duterte to Marcos: let’s take a drug test at the Luneta Park
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 30 January)—Former President Rodrigo Duterte dared President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to take a drug test at the Luneta Park in Manila to prove to the public that he does not use illegal drugs. He said he is willing to take the drug test, too. “It is not me who will prove, […].....»»
PODCAST | Running About: Pilot episode ‘Ready? Get set?’
MindaNews presents its latest podcast from The MindaNews Podcast: Running About, with Bobby Timonera, Boy Mordeno, and Yas D. Ocampo. “Running About” features our conversations about running various roads (and off-roads) around Mindanao and the rest of the world. The Pilot Episode features MindaNews editors Bobby Timonera and Boy Mordeno and social media manager Yas […].....»»
SMHCC’s Tela Tales: Linen waste to new beginnings
Tela Tales is not just about recycling old linens; it’s about crafting stories of hope and resilience, one bag at a time. Beyond the hotel industry, it’s a reminder that every one of us can play a part in making our planet a better place......»»
‘Layas’ culled from true-to-life stories
Two years ago, still with the dreaded COVID reeling around, director Jose “JR” Olinares (“Buy Bust Queen” and “Badge of Honor”) bravely started an inspirational film project based on a true-to-life stories......»»
Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque confirm breakup in light of ‘insults,’ ‘ridiculous stories’
'Unfortunately, some even confirmed our breakup without our consent, and some created ridiculous stories that had no basis and were utterly false,' the two write in an Instagram post.....»»
Snorene proves you don’t have to be a real item to be an effective love team
There is no denying that Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings gained their own spotlight at the TV5 and Netflix hit series, “Can’t Buy Me Love.” Any online post about the two as their characters Snoop and Irene Tiu, also known as “Snorene,” blows up, and fans hound the Internet for new content about them......»»
Where have all the nurses gone?
I could write about the country’s female tycoons who have grown their fathers’ businesses to dizzying heights, including Tessie Sy-Coson, Helen Yuchengco-Dee, Robina Gokongwei and Josephine Gotianun-Yap; or I could write about the Dumaliang sisters who staunchly defend that piece of paradise known as Masungi Georeserve; or I could write about our Filipina athletes waving the flag around the globe......»»
Netizens turn to dry humor as they give their take on CSBT transfer plan
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano netizens resorted to dry humor as they give their take on social media about the plan of the Cebu Provincial government to move the Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT) from Cebu City to the neighboring Talisay City in the south of Cebu. The CSBT is currently situated along Natalio Bacalso.....»»
Why I wish I could see ‘Stuck in Love’ for the first time all over again
Why I wish I could see ‘Stuck in Love’ for the first time all over again.....»»
Morissette champions Bisaya music, hopes to do another song with KZ Tandingan
Morissette thinks it's about time to put the spotlight on Bisaya songs, and the singer she has been working on new projects that includes Bisaya music. .....»»
Balik-Tanaw | The dissident love of Jesus
The readings for Palm Sunday begin with narrating the triumphant entry of Jesus and His disciples to Jerusalem. According to the story, Passover and the Feast of the Unleavened Bread is coming in two days’ time and a lot of Jews will go up to Jerusalem to celebrate the feast. As observant Jews, Jesus and his disciples came to Jerusalem in observance of the feast that will take place (John 12: 12-16; Mark 14:1-15). When they drew near Jerusalem, to Bethphage at the Mount of Olives, Jesus instructed his two disciples to go to a village where they will find an ass and to bring it to him. Jesus rode on the ass when he entered Jerusalem. The people accompanied him and they held palm branches while crying out, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the kingdom of our Father David that is to come! Hosanna in the highest!’ (Mark 11:1-10). The post Balik-Tanaw | The dissident love of Jesus appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
5 Movies and Series that will let you remember how much you ‘love being a woman’
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Let’s face it – as modern-day women juggling work and life, just summoning the energy to do anything beyond the daily grind feels like a small victory. We often forget to take a moment for ourselves, to embrace our femininity, and to love being a woman. For us hardworking gals, winding.....»»
SACLEO in CV: P11.5M drugs seized in 3 days
CEBU CITY, Philippines — In a span of three days, P11.5 million worth of illegal drugs were seized and a total of 176 drug personalities were sent to jail by authorities in Central Visayas. This was the result of a regionwide Simultaneous Anti-Criminality Law Enforcement Operation (SACLEO) against all forms of criminalities from Friday to.....»»