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Daily Gospel, February 1
This is the Daily Gospel for today, February 1, 2024, Thursday of the Fourth week in Ordinary Time. Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Mark 6,7-13. Jesus summoned the Twelve and began to send them out two by two and gave them authority over unclean spirits. He instructed them to take nothing for.....»»
Sarangani Writers League welcomes 11 new members, all women
ALABEL, Sarangani (MindaNews / 24 March) – The Sarangani Writers League (SWL) recently welcomed its new members, all of them women, for helping develop the literary community in the province of Sarangani. The new members successfully navigated the application process, fulfilled all requirements, and surpassed the evaluation criteria: Catherine R. Discorson, Mariele M. Gallego, and Eva […].....»»
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......»»
The jeans and sneaker Lexus
Finally! A Lexus that is meant to be driven by the younger (not necessarily of course), style-conscious luxury customers who prefer to drive and enjoy their privacy and luxury vehicle all to themselves, and may not really be comfortable having a driver with them all the time......»»
Indonesia: Protect Newly Arrived Rohingya Refugees
(Jakarta) - Indonesian authorities should immediately stop all pushbacks of boats carrying ethnic Rohingya refugees, and investigate and end all assaults on refugees, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities should allow them to disembark in the nearest safe port, provide protection and humanitarian assistance, and investigate online incitement of violence against.....»»
Padres host Marlins with new bullpen standout on call
(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) The San Diego Padres have hovered around .500 all season, but maybe their newest weapon can help them string together some wins. In Sunday's 5-2 victory over the visiting New York Yankees, flamethrowing right-hander Jeremiah Estrada jumped to prominence, striking out all five batters he faced and setting a Padres franchise record by fanning his past 10. The Padres, who ha.....»»
Hit Me Hard and Soft is another awards-worthy album for Billie Eilish
he girls have all been extra busy releasing new albums and all of them are likely strong contenders in next year’s awards season......»»
A treat for the graduates awaits at SM Seaside Cebu
After several years of hard work, endless exams, and sleepless nights spent studying, the end is in sight. Graduation season is finally here! Let your beloved graduates know that you appreciate all the all-nighters they’ve pulled by giving them a little something to mark the occasion. Just in case you haven’t picked up on the.....»»
LAYING HIS HANDS ON THEM
By: Rev. Fr. Orlando Mendoza FEAST OF THE STO. NIÑO /(White) Cycle B/Year II (January 21, 2024) /Is 9:1-6/Eph 1:3-6/Mk 10:13-16 It is a common practice in our country, the Philippines, especially during the past decades that the children are brought by their parents to the priest after the Holy Mass to lay his hands […] The post LAYING HIS HANDS ON THEM appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Military hubris at play in envi activists’ case
To recall, the two activists, Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro, both in their early 20s, were kidnapped and held in secret custody for 17 days in September last year. Presented at a press conference purportedly to announce that they had surrendered, the two instead accused the military of abducting them. Taken by surprise, the authorities were shocked into releasing them pronto. The post Military hubris at play in envi activists’ case appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Groups commemorate 38th year since toppling of dictator Marcos Sr.
"They do not want to commemorate the EDSA People Power because this will remind them of the day that people the overthrew them from Malacañang." The post Groups commemorate 38th year since toppling of dictator Marcos Sr. appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Women-owned businesses getting more loans; non-performing assets less than 2.5 pc: Smriti Irani at WEF
Davos [Switzerland], January 17 (ANI): Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani said her government in New Delhi is working with a mantra of women-led development, and it has helped in empowering them. She said the PM Awas housing scheme, where a majority of the beneficiaries are women, and the Ujjwala gas connection for poor women have helped empower them. The total number of gas connections in India rose.....»»
Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home
Juan is just one out of many fisherfolk unable to make a living from the sight that greets them in the morning and lulls them at night. When reclamation started in Manila Bay and in Bulacan Aerotropolis, it meant finding source material for dumping, and there is no need to look farther than Cavite whose coasts are rich in black sand. High in iron content, the black sand can be used for concrete and asphalt production—a vital ingredient for built infrastructure. The post Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Women-owned businesses getting more loans; non-performing assets less than 2.5 pc: Smriti Irani at WEF
Davos [Switzerland], January 17 (ANI): Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani said her government in New Delhi is working with a mantra of women-led development, and it has helped in empowering them. She said the PM Awas housing scheme, where a majority of the beneficiaries are women, and the Ujjwala gas connection for poor women have helped empower them. The total number of gas connections in India rose.....»»
‘Situationship’ and navigating through it
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Dating in today’s life is a bit confusing or complicated than what we used to in the earlier days. Before, you meet someone, hang out with them, get to know them then get together. But, today, you meet someone, run around the bushes, try to figure each other out, and not just.....»»
Make a Difference
Are You Connected? “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” – John 15:5 (NLT) Jesus had spent three years with His disciples, and their time together was closing. He told them about […].....»»
Pia Wurtzbach, Iza Calzado admit people kinder to them because of beauty, privilege
Actresses Pia Wurtzbach and Iza Calzado acknowledged that being beautiful, rich and famous are among the reasons why they get good treatment from people around them......»»
7 missing as pirates take over boat carrying smuggled cigarettes
Seven of 11 seafarers who were supposed to deliver smuggled cigarettes are missing since Monday after pirates divested them of their merchandise and forced them to jump out of their watercraft in an attack in the western seas of Maguindanao del Norte province......»»
Brother’s Day: Those ‘nostalgic lines’ we say to them and vice versa
CEBU CITY, Philippines— “Ingon si kuya dili daw puwede.” This line usually gives a dot to every discussion we have with our friends or family when asking permission to our big brothers or even when they are our younger brothers, we still have that feeling that we need to listen to them or else… Brothers.....»»
Mobile Travel Photography Tips: Capturing the Perfect Shot
Not everyone has professional cameras, GoPros, and drones or even knows how to use them to their best capability. But we still love to capture the beauty of our travels. Luckily, our smartphones can still give great photos if we use them well enough. Whether you’re exploring the streets of Manila, the pristine beaches of […].....»»