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Over 600-K affected by shear line in Davao
Over 600,000 people in Davao Region were affected by a shear line, causing unprecedented damage and extensive flooding and landslides. The regional director of the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region emphasized the need to address these issues and called for collaboration to prevent future disasters. The agriculture sector suffered over P50 million in damages, while infrastructure incurred around P25 million in damages. The report also highlighted the impact on road sections, bridges, and houses, with significant assistance provided by OCD-Davao. Plans are underway for a region-wide flooding dialogue and realignment of projects with disaster prevention efforts in collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways. Related stories include urging proactive measures in establishing disaster services at barangays and the expedited release of aid for Davao disaster victims......»»
Antipolo Cathedral declared international shrine
In June 2022, the Vatican declared the approval of a petition to raise the cathedral's status to an international shrine, marking the first such designation in Southeast Asia and the 11th globally......»»
Comelec: Contingency plans in place for 2025 poll machines
Amid lone bidder Miru Systems’ history of problematic vote counting machines abroad, the Commission on Elections gave assurance that contingency measures are in place to ensure the successful procurement of automated poll machines for the 2025 midterm elections......»»
Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces
The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»
Adrian Lindayag sa pagkakaroon ng HIV: Turning pain into power
ISANG rebelasyon ang ibinahagi ng Kapamilya star na si Adrian Lindayag namg aminin nito na na-diagnose siya bilang HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) positive. Sa kanyang exclusive interview sa ABS-CBN News nitong Huwebes, April 4, ibinahagi niya ang kanyang pinagdaanan matapos malaman ang kanyang sakit. “It was late 2017 when I was diagnosed as positive for.....»»
Adrian Lindayag sa pagkakaroon ng HIV: Turning pain into power
ISANG rebelasyon ang ibinahagi ng Kapamilya star na si Adrian Lindayag namg aminin nito na na-diagnose siya bilang HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) positive. Sa kanyang exclusive interview sa ABS-CBN News nitong Huwebes, April 4, ibinahagi niya ang kanyang pinagdaanan matapos malaman ang kanyang sakit. “It was late 2017 when I was diagnosed as positive for.....»»
Adrian Lindayag sa pagkakaroon ng HIV: Turning pain into power
ISANG rebelasyon ang ibinahagi ng Kapamilya star na si Adrian Lindayag namg aminin nito na na-diagnose siya bilang HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) positive. Sa kanyang exclusive interview sa ABS-CBN News nitong Huwebes, April 4, ibinahagi niya ang kanyang pinagdaanan matapos malaman ang kanyang sakit. “It was late 2017 when I was diagnosed as positive for.....»»
Adrian Lindayag sa pagkakaroon ng HIV: Turning pain into power
ISANG rebelasyon ang ibinahagi ng Kapamilya star na si Adrian Lindayag namg aminin nito na na-diagnose siya bilang HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) positive. Sa kanyang exclusive interview sa ABS-CBN News nitong Huwebes, April 4, ibinahagi niya ang kanyang pinagdaanan matapos malaman ang kanyang sakit. “It was late 2017 when I was diagnosed as positive for.....»»
SPMC caters to pregnant women with HIV in specialized clinics for privacy
AN OFFICIAL from the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) revealed that all the data of pregnant women with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are considered “strictly confidential” to protect their privacy......»»
DOH-Davao reports 17 mother-to-child HIV cases since 1993
THE Department of Health-Davao Region (DOH-Davao) reported 17 cases of mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from 1993 to December 2023......»»
SC: Terminating HIV positive worker ‘illegal’
The Supreme Court has ruled that firing an employee solely for testing positive for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is illegal......»»
Bird flu: What we know (and don’t) about its potential to cause a human pandemic
Virologist Seema Lakdawala recently expressed concerns about the potential spread of the H5N1 avian flu virus among dairy cows and the risks it poses to.....»»
‘Vampire facials’ linked to cases of HIV in three women
Three women were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report last week, marking the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through cosmetic services using needles. Federal health officials said in a new report that an investigation.....»»
European markets plunge on new virus strain
European stocks, oil prices, and the pound slumped Monday as a highly infectious strain of coronavirus in Britain had traders seeking shelter.Sterling lost 1.3 percent against the dollar, with the pound also still being hit as a post-Brexit trade deal between Britain and the EU remained out of reach.The euro gained 1.0 percent against the […].....»»
Identifying Measles Rash Symptoms as Virus Spreads in US – The Daily Guardia
The United States is currently facing a resurgence of measles cases, with 59 new cases reported so far in 2024. This marks an increase from.....»»
60 provinces still reeling from ASF
Up to 60 provinces and 492 towns are still grappling with African swine fever amid the continuous spread of the virus in the country, the Department of Agriculture said over the weekend......»»
Shaina nag-quarantine matapos tamaan ng COVID-19, nagpasalamat pa sa virus
MARAMING natutunan at nagawang makabuluhang bagay ang Kapamilya actress na si Shaina Magdayao kahit na naka-quarantine siya. Tinamaan ng COVID-19 ang dalaga nitong nagdaang January kaya kinailangan muna niyang ma-isolate bago sumabak uli sa trabaho. Sa kanyang Instagram account, ibinahagi ni Shaina ang naging takbo ng buhay niya habang naka-quarantine matapod ngang mag-positive sa COVID......»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 20
COLOMBO -- The population of mosquitoes in Sri Lanka that transmit the dengue virus has increased by 29.5 percent, state media reported on Saturday, quoting the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). The NDCU said the increase occurred in the second week of January compared to the first week, as 2,951 dengue cases were reported from Jan. 8 to 14. (Sri Lanka-Dengue-Increase) - - - - MANILA -- Rescuers.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Jan. 20
COLOMBO -- The population of mosquitoes in Sri Lanka that transmit the dengue virus has increased by 29.5 percent, state media reported on Saturday, quoting the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). The NDCU said the increase occurred in the second week of January compared to the first week, as 2,951 dengue cases were reported from Jan. 8 to 14. (Sri Lanka-Dengue-Increase) - - - - MANILA -- Rescuers.....»»
Kim, Paulo sabay nagka-COVID; teleserye version ng ‘Linlang’ mas pasabog
PAREHONG tinamaan ng COVID-19 ang mga Kapamilya stars na sina Kim Chiu at Paulo Avelino. Nagpositibo ang dalawa sa nasabing virus kaya wala sila sa face-to-face presscon ng teleserye version ng “Linlang” na ginanap ngayong araw, January 15. Humarap sila sa ilang miyembro ng entertainment media via Zoom kaya naman hindi nagkaroon ng chance ang.....»»