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Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes
Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
John Arcilla says taking care of aging parents normal, natural duty
The topic of taking care of aging parents has seen divided opinions, but for award-winning actor John Arcilla, it is a "natural and normal duty" to take care of them. .....»»
Thief apprehended after being caught taking P70,000 mobile phone inside a house
Thief apprehended after being caught taking P70,000 mobile phone inside a house.....»»
Mendoza leads oath-taking of newly hired, promoted LTO 7 employees
Mendoza leads oath-taking of newly hired, promoted LTO 7 employees.....»»
Market succumbs to profit-taking anew
The stock market succumbed to another round of profit-taking, slumping for the second straight session......»»
Senior citizen who enjoyed doing laundry after taking drugs nabbed
Senior citizen who enjoyed doing laundry after taking drugs nabbed.....»»
Market tumbles below 6,800 amid profit taking
The stock market fell below the 6,800 level yesterday as investors continued to engage in profit taking following its recent rally......»»
Trump wins Iowa caucus, taking first step toward a Biden rematch
(1st UPDATE) Donald Trump appears likely to win by a record-setting margin, based on early results, which would bolster his argument that he is the only Republican candidate capable of taking on Democratic President Joe Biden.....»»
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......»»
BFP: Smoking, open flames top causes of fire incidents in Q1
According to the BFP, a total of 3,034 fire incidents have been reported from January 1 to March 1......»»
Joem Bascon and Bruce Roeland on social media impact on acting, well-being
Joem Bascon and Bruce Roeland expressed different outlooks, different perspectives, and different values regarding social media use and its effects on one’s mental health and well-being......»»
Pope urges Catholics to swap social media for reflection as Lent begins
ROME (Reuters) – Pope Francis urged Catholics to forgo worldly trappings and focus on essentials as he opened the season of Lent with a traditional Ash Wednesday Mass on one of Rome’s historic seven hills. He criticised people’s tendency to lay bare their lives on social media, deploring “a world in which everything, including our.....»»
Vessel runs aground off Northern Samar; 71 rescued
Seventy-one people were rescued from a roll-on roll-off vessel that ran aground in the waters off Northern Samar on Sunday night......»»
Off-White™ opens door in NUSTAR Cebu City
Cebu City, February 15th — Off-White™ is happy to announce that Virgil Abloh’s legacy is celebrated yet again in the Philippines, by the launch of Off-White™ Cebu in NUSTAR Resort Cebu. Opening to the public on 18th February 2024, Off-White™ Cebu will be the third branch of the beloved brand in the country following the.....»»
Very proud to say I’m good at finances : Sarah Lahbati reacts to Patron Saint ng mga Waldas alias
Actress Sarah Lahbati just brushed off her social media alias “Patron Saint ng mga Waldas.".....»»
The Beatle who never was
It was supposed to be the usual one and a half-hour, hop-on, hop-off ride on a double-deck bus taking tourists around this English port city. The itinerary included stops at Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields, two subjects of Beatles songs with pass-throughs of the homes where John Lennon and Paul McCartney grew up......»»
Anti-piracy IP code revision gains backing
A think tank is supporting the revision of the Intellectual Property Code to help crack down on piracy, noting the negative effects it causes on the country's economy and creative industry......»»
EDITORIAL - More destructive La Niña
With the country still feeling the lingering effects of the El Niño weather pattern, the Department of Agriculture is now bracing for what it describes as a “more destructive” La Niña. While El Niño intensifies the prevailing weather and typically induces severe drought during the dry season, La Niña causes heavier rainfall and stronger tropical cyclones in the Philippines......»»
What does it mean to be Asian in America
More than two decades into her American journey, Shamarukh Mohiuddin navigates the crossroads of culture and identity.A Washington-area business consultant by day, Mohiuddin supports Asian American causes, performs with a dance group at the capital's annual Fiesta Asia and checks 'Asian' on forms. Yet, the label doesn't quite fit.She prefers 'Bangladeshi American,' a term that resonates more deeply with h.....»»
Honoring a Philippine Human Rights Icon
The Philippines on April 23 lost a human rights stalwart. Rene Saguisag, a human rights lawyer and former senator, defended victims of abuses during the Ferdinand Marcos dictatorship and was an ardent human rights advocate in the ensuing years. He died of undisclosed causes at the age of 84.Saguisag, along with Jose Diokno, Lore.....»»