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DPWH tallies 268 gov’t and school buildings partially destroyed in Hinatuan quake

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao Region reported that a total of 268 school and national government buildings were partially destroyed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur on December 2. The estimated damage amounted to P108,497,894.84 for school buildings and P1,899,365.60 for national government buildings. The damages included cracks on walls and falling debris such as ceilings. According to Engr. Alexander Turingan of DPWH XI, there were no reported damages in Davao Occidental and Davao del Sur. Franz Irag, Office of Civil Defense (OCD) XI operations head, emphasized the importance of addressing damages to school buildings, which also serve as evacuation centers during calamities. Dean Ortiz, spokesperson of DPWH XI, highlighted the agency's focus on national roads and bridges, clarifying that they will respond to requests to inspect private and government buildings. Architect Kashagar Toghyani, officer-in-charge of the Office City Building Official (OCBO) of Davao City, urged private building owners to promptly engage professional engineers to assess structural integrity, especially for buildings housing more than 10 individuals. He emphasized the necessity of fire inspections and transparency with building occupants to ensure their safety. The recent earthquakes did not affect government buildings in the Davao Region, and DPWH is committed to conducting thorough assessments and ensuring the safety of buildings and their occupants in the aftermath of the quake......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Holy Week 2024: Remembering the suffering of Jesus Christ at the Celestial Gardens

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Remembering the passion and death of Jesus Christ is the highlight of the Holy Week in the Roman Catholic tradition.  During this season, Catholics from all over the world usually conduct Visita Iglesia or pray at the Stations of the Cross. In Cebu City, among the places that people visit when.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

Postpone quake and fire drills scheduled this summer to avoid heat index emergencies and mass casualties

Postpone quake and fire drills scheduled this summer to avoid heat index emergencies and mass casualties.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Pope urges Catholics to swap social media for reflection as Lent begins

Pope Francis says the faithful should enter their 'inner chamber' to find time for quiet reflection and prayer.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

6 Catholic bishops demand protection for Filipino fishers from Chinese aggression

Six Catholic bishops in dioceses with fisher communities have issued a rare appeal for the government to bring the full might of the law against Chinese vessels harassing Filipino fisherfolk, backing international action to stem China’s “forcible occupation” of Philippine maritime zones......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

Ardent display of Faith for Sto. Niño

Ardent display of Faith for Sto. Niño.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Church without Sin: A weaker Catholic Church faces a second Marcos

A Catholic Church that lost much credibility in the 2022 elections is gearing up for battle under Ferdinand Marcos Jr., son of the dictator it helped depose 38 years ago.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Catholic church steps up vocation initiatives to recruit more priests, nuns

Catholic church steps up vocation initiatives to recruit more priests, nuns.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

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.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Catholic church, communities launch anti-mining prayer assembly in Samar Island

Catholic church, communities launch anti-mining prayer assembly in Samar Island.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Age Is Just a Number

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purDon’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12ity. 1 Timothy 4:12.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Maymay Entrata renews faith as Christian after personal struggle

Kapamilya actress Maymay Entrata revealed that she renewed her faith as a Christian after she underwent personal struggles. .....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Maymay Entrata renews faith as Christian after personal struggle

Kapamilya actress Maymay Entrata revealed that she renewed her faith as a Christian after she underwent personal struggles. .....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024

Rappler Talk: Leila de Lima, a woman of faith

In this Holy Week episode, former senator Leila de Lima opens up about faith, forgiveness, and the godsent pets who kept her company in nearly seven years in jail.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Chinese New Year: The faith there is inside Cebu’s Taoist Temple

CEBU CITY, Philippines – “Patience is indeed a virtue; with it comes greater power.” This proverbial phrase holds a valuable weight in Chinese culture, particularly in matters of faith and religion, where many believe in the transformative power of patience. In celebration of Chinese New Year on Saturday, February 10, CDN Digital did a quick.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Build up faith: testimonies that world of spirits exists

Build up faith: testimonies that world of spirits exists.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Marcos tells Sto. Niño devotees: Translate faith into action

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on the devotees of Señor Sto. Niño to translate their faith into action as they celebrate the Sinulog Festival on Sunday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Gift of faith, prayers Pogoy back playing, shooting treys

Faith kept TNT star RR Pogoy going when he was diagnosed with myocarditis – an inflammation of the heart muscle – that could lead to a six-month layoff, if not signal the end of his career......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Faith Da Silva is ready to look and play the part of a Sang’gre

Faith Da Silva is making great strides in her showbiz career as she has been tapped to portray Flamarra in Encantadia Chronicles:.....»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024