Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization
“Most members in my group are seniors,” he said, “My father is 72 years old, yet he drives every day because he doesn't want to rely on his children. He needs money for medication, electricity and water to survive. Where will they find a livelihood? I’m sure no company would want to hire them anymore, right?” The post Riding the crossroads: The battle of Manila’s jeepney drivers against modernization appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
New Zealand commits 25 mln USD for ADB s energy transition mechanism
MANILA, April 19 (Xinhua) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday said that New Zealand has committed 25 million U.S. dollars to the ADB Energy Transition Mechanism Partnership Trust Fund (ETMPTF) to support the shift toward clean, sustainable energy in Southeast Asia. The commitment was made by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon during his two-day official visit to the Philippines. "We ar.....»»
NGCP issues yellow, red alerts for Luzon grid; Visayas grid on yellow alert
For the fourth consecutive day, the Luzon and Visayas power grids are set to encounter red and yellow alerts on Friday, according to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines......»»
Panaad Festival 2-day sales generate P4.4M
Panaad Festival 2-day sales generate P4.4M.....»»
Kiana Valenciano spills updates to dad Gary V’s last big concert
Original Pilipino Music (OPM) Gary Valenciano is set to stage his "last big" concert, “Pure Energy: One Last Time," on April 26 and 27 in Mall of Asia Arena, and his daughter Kiana Valenciano is happy to announce her participation in it......»»
Fujifilm Philippines supports campaign to end TB
Fujifilm Philippines, a global leader in imaging and healthcare technology, has expressed support for the Department of Health and United States Agency for International Development in their campaign to end tuberculosis in the country. 2022 data from the DOH show that around 106 Filipinos die every day from TB, a severe lung infection caused by bacteria......»»
Coast Guard to join Balikatan exercises with US
For the first time, the Philippine Coast Guard will join the Balikatan military exercises with the United States, with six of its vessels being readied for “humanitarian armed service” role in the 16-day drill slated to begin on Monday......»»
MCWD water deficit now affects 50,000 households in Metro Cebu
CEBU CITY, Philippines – As the internal political strife surrounding the Metropolitan Cebu Water District or MCWD continues, the shortage of water faced by residents has also persisted. Currently, the water deficit in the MCWD has now reached 50,000 cubic meters per day. This equates to 50,000 households experiencing water supply issues, with each household.....»»
Crackdown on e-trikes continues
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority apprehended at least 87 drivers of light electric vehicles and tricycles yesterday, the first day of the stricter enforcement of a policy banning them from major roads in the metropolis......»»
Belga drops 28 points to lift Painters past Batang Pier
Another day, another stellar game from Beau Belga......»»
Marco, Heaven wish magkaroon ng ‘happy ending’ ang relasyon: Boom!
WALA pa ring label ang relasyon ng magka-loveteam at rumored couple na sina Heaven Peralejo at Marco Gallo. Hanggang ngayon ay wala pa ring diretsahang pag-amin ang tambalang MarVen kung magdyowa na sila o pang-TV screen lang talaga at pelikula ang kanilang relasyon. Nitong nagdaang April 1, kumalat ang chika na hiwalay na sina Heaven.....»»
Ruru napalaban ng halikan kay Angeli Khang; knows ba ni Bianca yarn!?
FIRST taping day pa lang ng Vivamax Queen na si Angeli Khang sa “Black Rider” ay napasabak agad siya sa matindihang halikan kasama si Ruru Madrid. Walang naganap na sensuality workshop o kahit bonding-bonding time sa pagitan ng Kapuso Action Hero at ng sexy actress bago kunan ang kanilang kissing scene. Parehong shookt sina Ruru.....»»
Hottest day in Isabela at 40 degrees Celsius temperature logged in
The temperature reached 40 degrees Celsius in Isabela on Monday, the hottest in the country so far this year, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration......»»
Jubahib: 300 cops to serve suspension order too much
SUSPENDED Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib decried the augmentation of "300 police officers" in serving his 60-day suspension order......»»
Trump historic trial: Takeaways from 1st day of hush-money court case
Donald Trump entered the history books on Monday, becoming the first former US president to stand trial on criminal charges. Here are key takeaways from the opening day of “The People of the State of New York vs Donald J. Trump,” in which he faces charges of falsifying business records to conceal “hush money” payments.....»»
Hiwalayang Angel-Neil tinuldukan na ni Dimples: They’re very, very happy
HINDI pa rin mamatay-matay ang isyung naghiwalay na raw ang mag-asawang Angel Locsin at Neil Arce. Last year pa nagsimula ang tsismis na break na umano ang celebrity couple na siyang dahilan kung bakit pareho silang hindi na active sa social media. Pero ayon sa BFF ni Angel na si Dimples Romana, walang katotohanan ang.....»»
Sofia Pablo brand new car ang regalo sa sarili para sa kanyang 18th b-day
KATAS ng sariling dugo’t pawis ng Kapuso young actress na si Sofia Pablo ang bagung-bago niyang sasakyan. Yes, yes, yes mga ka-Marites all over the universe! Isang brand new car ang regalo ni Sofia sa sarili para sa kanyang 18th birthday last April 10. Sa kanyang Instagram account, nag-post ang dalaga ng litrato habang nasa.....»»
Sing a song, every day
Want a way to make your day as happy and pleasant as it could be?.....»»
SC urged to resolve petition vs PUVMP
Transport groups have asked the Supreme Court to finally rule on the petition against the public utility vehicle modernization program even as the two-day strike starts today and the consolidation deadline set by the government ends on April 30......»»
IM Yap grabs lead Cebu Chess Masters Invitational
CEBU CITY, Philippines — International Master (IM) Kim Steven Yap led the second day of the ongoing Cebu Chess Masters Invitational held at the Robinsons Galleria Cebu this weekend. IM Yap, the second seed of the tournament, racked up three straight wins to bounce back from his slow day one outing. He defeated third seed.....»»