The gloves are off
Which substance scrambles the brain more, cocaine or fentanyl?.....»»
Political strife, Mindanao split bolster China’s treachery
Gloves are off in the feud between presidents Rody Duterte and Bongbong Marcos. But for whose benefit?.....»»
Cheap shot
The gloves are completely off in the worsening feud between the Duterte and Marcos families......»»
Stars galore in Bacolod
Like their kuyas in the PBA All-Star Game, the league’s young guns have no intention of wearing kid gloves when they duke it out in the Team Greats versus Team Stalwarts match today at the University of St. La Salle......»»
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.....»»
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......»»
Game of Thrones spin-off on Jon Snow now off the table — Kit Harington
British actor Kit Harington, best known for portraying Jon Snow on "Game of Thrones," announced a spin-off series about the character is no longer in development......»»
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......»»
Woman in Peru accused of cutting off partner’s penis
Lima, Peru —Peruvian authorities said Tuesday they were investigating a woman accused of cutting off her partner’s penis with a kitchen knife as he slept. “We are awaiting the results of the investigation to determine the motive and circumstances of the events,” Darinka Lossio, a prosecutor with the city of Chota in northern Peru, told AFP of the.....»»
Off the bench
There are four players averaging in double figure points without starting a single game in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup, proving that coming off the bench is just as critical a role as being in the first five. Starting strong is important but finishing stronger is more important......»»
Government calls for Earth Hour switch-off tonight
Government agencies are calling on the public to join the Earth Hour today by switching off non-essential lights from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m......»»
Ateneo alumni to strut stuff in 4th inter-campus football friendlies
Alumni of the Ateneo are off to paint the town blue as a football friendly series is set to kick off later this month. .....»»
DOJ lied to UN expert on red-tagging—Karapatan, NUJP
“We are aghast when the DOJ said that it has sufficient mechanisms to address red-tagging. What are they talking about? Either these are nowhere to be found, or if these mechanisms indeed exist, are rendered useless for victims of rights violations." The post DOJ lied to UN expert on red-tagging—Karapatan, NUJP appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Finding Peace in Your Single Season
Are you enjoying your single season? Or are you struggling to find peace and contentment in this time of your life? Do you feel like you’re missing out on something or that everyone around you is in a relationship while you’re stuck alone? Those feelings are common, but there are ways to find peace in […].....»»
Looking ahead versus looking behind
Most of my clients did very well last year and are so bullish they see this year as another good one. A few clients of mine did not hit targets, and as they enter the new year, they are still fighting off the feeling of disappointment they had. Though this is business, there is another term for it, and it is called “life!”.....»»
EcoWaste Coalition: Keep the Bagong Pilipinas Kick-Off Rally Litter-Free
27 January 2024, Quezon City. The EcoWaste Coalition, a non-government organization campaigning for the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment, urged those leading and participating in the kick-off rally of the "Bagong Pilipinas" movement in Rizal Park tomorrow, January 28, to keep the massive event litter-free.President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (PBBM) is expected to grace the h.....»»
Telcos jobs safe from shift to AI, execs assure workers
Nearly 30,000 Filipinos working in the telco industry are safe from getting laid off as a result of automation, as their bosses guarantee they will be reassigned, not removed, if their jobs are taken over by artificial intelligence......»»
Girl dies after ‘jumping off’ 19th floor of condominium in Mandaue City
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — The body of a 15-year-old girl was found outside a condominium in Barangay Banilad in Mandaue City on Wednesday morning, February 7. Police Lieutenant Colonel Mercy Villaro, spokesperson of the Mandaue City Police Office (MCPO), said that the girl, one of the tenants of the condominium, jumped off the 19th floor.....»»
EcoWaste Coalition: Keep the Bagong Pilipinas Kick-Off Rally Litter-Free
Quezon City. The EcoWaste Coalition, a non-government organization campaigning for the human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment, urged those leading and participating in the kick-off rally of the “Bagong Pilipinas” movement in Rizal Park tomorrow, January 28, to keep the massive event litter-free. President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (PBBM) is expected to grace […].....»»
More than 3,500 security forces deployed for Sinulog 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines – More than 3,500 security forces were sent off on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, to secure the 495th Fiesta Señor and Sinulog Festival celebrations. The send-off ceremony was held at the SM Seaside Concert Ground and was attended by Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama. The troops, who were from the different security.....»»
Instead of breaking pencils to ward off bad luck, MSU-GenSan examinees donate them to IP school
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / 28 February) – The usual breaking of pencils after an examination did not happen to about a thousand examinees who took the recent qualifying examinations at the Mindanao State University (MSU) here. The traditional pencil-breaking practice was meant to ward off bad spells and bring good prospects to examinees, Mherzel […].....»»