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DSWD introduces 3 schemes to distribute financial aid
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — To fast-track the distribution of financial assistance to social pension beneficiaries, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) issued Memorandum Circular No. 17, introducing three delivery schemes. This includes cash advances of special disbursing officers (SDOs) of the agency, door-to-door delivery for beneficiaries in critical condition, and the transfer of.....»»
Palace issues proclamations declaring special holidays
Malacañang has issued proclamations declaring special non-working holidays in various parts of the country, mostly to commemorate their founding and cityhood anniversaries......»»
Marcos declares Feb. 9 a special non-working day for Chinese New Year
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared February 9, a Friday, as a special non-working day in the country for the celebration of Chinese New Year. The Palace issued Proclamation No. 453, making the declaration. “The declaration of 09 February 2024, Friday, as an additional special non-working day throughout the country will give.....»»
Dad arrested for holding family hostage in Cebu City
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 42-year-old father was arrested for allegedly holding his own family hostage on Monday, April 22, 2024 in Sitio Caduloy, Brgy. Tisa in Cebu City at around 6:10 a.m. The suspect was a construction worker and a resident of the said place. His family members, including his 39-year-old wife 39, his.....»»
Filinvest holding firm allots up to P25 billion for 2024 capex
Filinvest Development Corp., the investment holding company of the Gotianun family, plans to invest as much as P25 billion this year to expand its presence in real estate and power generation, as well as support its ongoing digitalization efforts......»»
Chie Filomeno, Jake Cuenca ‘spotted’ na magka-holding hands, sila na ba?
ANO na kaya ang relationship status ng aktres na si Chie Filomeno at aktor na si Jake Cuenca? Usap-usapan kasi ngayon sa social media ang viral video ng dalawa na makikitang spotted silang nagka-holding hands habang naglalakad sa Rockwell sa Makati. Mapapanood sa isang TikTok post na tila naka-business wear ang dalawa at kitang-kita na.....»»
2023 annual sales by Geely Holding Brands rise 20% to 2.79m units
For the sixth consecutive year, Geely Holding achieved more than 2 million units in aggregate sales......»»
Xian Lim holding solo art exhibit following breakup with Kim Chiu
Filmmaker and artist Xian Lim will be holding a solo art exhibit this month in Makati, almost a month after confirming his split with longtime girlfriend Kim Chiu......»»
‘Dumaguete Doctrine’
The gentle yet patriotic people of Dumaguete City have spoken, the palace gods and local overlords be damned......»»
TURNING POINT: The Sword of Damocles
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 03 February) – Last November when the House of Representatives passed a resolution urging the palace to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) on its probe of the war on drugs in the country, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared to study the possibility of rejoining the Court. Yet, he […].....»»
Tulfo’s bill seeks to impose stricter penalties for drunk drivers
MANILA, Philippines — A bill seeking to impose stricter penalties for drunk drivers, including a fine of up to P1,000,000, has been filed by Senator Raffy Tulfo. At present, the current law penalizes drunk drivers who caused homicide with a fine ranging from P300,000 to P500,000. But Tulfo, through his Senate Bill No, 2546, proposed.....»»
Palace declares Eid’l Fitr on April 10 Holiday
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Another long weekend is up on the horizon. This after the Malacañan issued Proclamation 514 declaring April 10, Wednesday as a regular holiday in observance of Eid’l Fitr or Feast of Ramadhan. READ MORE: LIST: Philippine holidays in 2024 Before the Feast of Ramadhan, Filipinos will also be observing another regular.....»»
LTFRB assures commuters: No impending fare hike
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has assured commuters that there is no impending fare hike even as the government implements its public utility vehicle modernization program......»»
Senate OKs P100 wage hike bill on final reading
The P100 minimum wage hike for private sector workers has been approved on third and final reading by the Senate, with 20 affirmative votes and no negative votes or abstentions......»»
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......»»
Traslacion in CDO: from 110,000 last year to only 18,000 devotees this year
CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 11 January) – A parish priest here blamed tight police security for the sharp drop in attendance during the Traslacion or the procession of the Black Nazarene here last Tuesday, with only 18,000 attendees compared with last year’s 110,000. Monsignor Rey Monsanto, parish priest of Our Lady Fatima Parish in Barangay […].....»»
FACT CHECK: SSS has no ongoing scholarship program
The Social Security System warns the public about fake posts bearing the agency’s logo that contain suspicious links promoting an alleged scholarship program.....»»
Department of Agriculture chief defends holding 400 gamefowls at NAIA
Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. came to the rescue of the newly appointed officer-in-charge (OIC) of the Bureau of Animal Industry after an importer of 400 gamefowls cried harassment over the decision to prevent the release of the fight roosters......»»
‘Not their time yet’: De Jesus keeps Ateneo respect high amid La Salle 13-game win streak
Legendary La Salle head coach Ramil de Jesus refuses to belittle rival Ateneo despite his Lady Spikers now holding a 13-game, seven-year winning streak against the Blue Eagles.....»»
Riding the Wave
Unbound from desk work, I finally attended an afternoon press event for the unveiling of Security Bank’s newest credit card offering at The Island at the Palace in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig last week and followed the invitation instructions to come in resort wear, or at least in what in my book is equivalent to resort wear......»»