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Central Visayas cops told to take cover….against the sun
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Central Visayas cops specially those who are out on the streets are reminded to always protect themselves against the scorching heat. Police Lieutenant Colonel Gerard Ace Pelare, PRO-7 spokesperson told policemen to always keep themselves hydrated in order to be fit to work despite the hot weather. Ever since summer began,.....»»
Wildlife forensics: how science is helping to combat a billion-dollar organized crime industry
Another day at the airport, another routine inspection for a Customs Officer.She finishes examining the contents of one shipment - nothing of note. But then, she spies a crate labeled 'exotic reptiles.'Suspicious, she opens the shipment and begins to search among the crates. And there, tucked away in a corner, is a collection of turtle shells and other wildlife products.She pauses. Have these shell.....»»
Torregosa’s determination pushed USC coach to enlist her in Cebu Marathon’s 42k race
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Seasoned track and field coach Arvin Loberanis saw grit and hunger from his ace runner Artjoy Torregosa which convinced him to sign her up in the 42-kilometer race of the recently concluded Cebu Marathon 2024. Torregosa surprised everyone after she emerged as champion in the female category of Sunday’s 42k race......»»
EDITORIAL — Presuming regularity
She is fluent in Filipino and claims to have been born and bred in the Philippines, but can’t remember the house where she was born, why her birth was registered only 17 years later, what homeschooling program she supposedly had until high school or why she did not attend a regular school or finish college......»»
14-year-old girl claims she was sexually assaulted at SRP
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A 14-year-old girl claimed that she was sexually assaulted by a man she met somewhere beneath the South Road Properties (SRP) viaduct. She reported the incident to the Carbon Police Station on Thursday, March 14, 2024, around 7 p.m. The victim claimed that the man offered her a soft drink. After.....»»
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......»»
It s a splurge for me : Barbie Forteza explains why she skipped Taylor Swift s concert
As much as she is a Swiftie, Barbie Forteza chose not to watch Taylor Swift's concert either in Melbourne, Japan, or Singapore because she felt that she would be splurging right after recently finishing building her dream house......»»
Celebrate and welcome the new year by starting these sustainable habits
The holidays have come and gone but as we loved giving and receiving gifts, we also cannot help but think about how much waste we’ve made during this time. When we shop for presents and wrap them, we use and dispose of shopping bags, gift wrappers, ribbons, tape, plastic, and gift cards in the process......»»
Sen. Imee fooled?
It is not April Fools Day yet. But to Senator Imee Marcos, she claims being fooled, not just once but twice. This she found out belatedly, one after the other. She confessed falling victim to a “web of lies” spun allegedly by the brains behind the Charter change through people’s initiative mode......»»
How a Proper Store Layout Can Boost Your Sales
Imagine walking into a store and feeling instantly overwhelmed. Products are haphazardly stacked, aisles are congested, and finding what you need feels like the first expedition to the North Pole. This chaotic layout might create a visual headache, but it also creates a missed opportunity for the business owner. A well-organized store layout, however, is […].....»»
Princess Kate praised for ‘extraordinary dignity’ after cancer diagnosis
LONDON – Kate, Britain’s Princess of Wales, and her husband Prince William have been “enormously touched” by the messages of support received since she announced her cancer diagnosis, a Kensington Palace spokesperson said on Saturday. Kate said on Friday she was undergoing preventative chemotherapy after tests done following her major abdominal surgery in January revealed cancer had.....»»
Alqueza lands 11th place in 4th Philippine National Open kegfest
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Sugbuanon Bowlers United (SUGBU) president Edgar “Egay” Alqueza settled for 11th place in the stacked senior open masters of the 4th Philippine National Open Championships held at the Playdium Bowling Center in Quezon City. Alqueza competed against 75 bowlers representing various clubs around the Philippines, including bowling legend Paeng Nepomuceno. After.....»»
Why Daniela Stranner enjoys playing mean girl
Daniela Stranner admitted feeling pressure when she essayed the role of Z in ABS-CBN’s teen drama series “Senior High.” But she enjoyed playing the show’s resident mean girl as she got to display different kinds of emotions through her character......»»
Dancing sensation Niana Guerrero turns 18
She used to be the girl who got the swag while she danced with her older brother Ranz Kyle, but now Niana Guerrero is a vision in red as she turns 18. .....»»
Amid hot stretch, UST ace rookie Poyos keeps eyes on the prize
UST star rookie Angge Poyos isn’t getting ahead of herself as she’s consistently strung together big games for the Golden Tigresses, who have gone 5-0 in the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball tourney......»»
LTO-7 Calls on Car and Motorcycle Owners: Claim Your Plates
The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas has once again called on motor vehicle owners bearing temporary plates to claim their license plates at the nearest LTO office. This is because thousands of unclaimed license plates are still stacked at their storage facility in Talisay, including motorcycles and four-wheel vehicles. The only thing that the […].....»»
Sara: Baste quit call made out of ‘brotherly love’
Vice President Sara Duterte said she has not spoken to her brother, Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte, about his call for President Marcos to resign, which she stressed was more out of “brotherly love” to protect her from the shabby treatment she has been receiving from people within the Palace inner circle......»»
Sara Duterte decries organized demolition job against her
Vice President Sara Duterte believes she has been targeted by an “organized demolition job” based on the escalation of personal attacks against her online as well as the public’s reaction to her push for confidential funds last year......»»
PRO-7 warns against use of marijuana-flavored vapes
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) has issued a stern warning against the use and proliferation of marijuana-flavored vape products. Police Lieutenant Colonel Gerard Ace Pelare, the PRO-7 spokesperson, said that they will arrest individuals who sell vapes mixed with marijuana oil. The sale and use of marijuana remains.....»»
We’re playing for her : Lady Spikers draw strength from sidelined Canino
The DLSU Lady Spikers are pushing to turn adversity into a source of motivation, as they face the challenge of an unfortunate non-volleyball related injury to ace hitter Angel Canino smack in the middle of their title retention bid in UAAP Season 86......»»