DAVAO CITY – Mayor Michelle Nakpil Rabat suspended classes in public schools in Mati City on Monday, December 4, for an inspection by rapid damage assessment teams of the structural integrity of all public infrastructure, buildings, schools, and other facilities after the magnitude 7.4-earthquake on Saturday night, December 2. Rabat …
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Mindanao student leaders condemn Marawi blast
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – Student leaders in Mindanao condemned the bombing at the Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, on Sunday morning, December 3. Unyon Mindanao, the premier alliance of student governments in Mindanao, said that apart from emanating violence, the “barbaric act” also worsens …
Read More »PBBM deserves credit for PH’s commitment to climate justice, says Villafuerte
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. (Noel Pabalate/ MANILA BULLETIN) Camarines Sur 2nd district Rep. LRay Villafuerte commended President Marcos for his commitment to advance the Philippines’ dedication to climate justice on the international stage. “The Marcos administration deserves credit for consistently championing the cause of climate justice in Dubai and …
Read More »Iloilo City adds security labels on PWD cards
ILOILO CITY – The city government has placed security labels on Persons with Disability (PWD) identification cards (IDs). THE Iloilo City Hall at night. (Tara Yap) Mayor Jerry Treñas recently signed Executive Order (EO) No. 2023-157 mandating the installation of security labels on PWD IDs. “With the significant discount granted …
Read More »QC solon eyes salary hike for gov’t professionals
(MANILA BULLETIN) Teachers, doctors, and nurses are among the prospective beneficiaries of several salary hike bills filed in the House of Representatives by Quezon City 5th district Rep. PM Vargas. Vargas said the proposed salary increases will function as an “all-year-round Christmas gift for dedicated public servants”. “Our public servants …
Read More »Disabilities coalition refuses to join N.L. government’s ‘facade’ of marking international day
The Coalition of Persons with Disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador says standing with government officials on Dec. 3 would foster an "illusion of inclusion." Sitting with government would create an 'illusion of inclusion,' says Nancy Reid The Coalition of Persons with Disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador says they will not …
Read More »‘Alarming’ swarming: Over 135 Chinese militia vessels spotted in Julian Felipe Reef
More than 135 Chinese maritime militia vessels have been monitored in the vicinity of Julian Felipe (Whitsun) Reef, West Philippine Sea, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) says on Dec. 3, 2023. (Photo by PCG) The swarming of Chinese maritime militia (CMM) vessels in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) continues as …
Read More »Short film on Panay Bukidnon IP wins in Gawad Urian
ILOILO CITY – A short film on the Panay Bukidnon indigenous peoples won in the 46th Gawad Urian. “Paglupad ka Banog” (The Flight of Banog) by director Elvert Bañares was awarded as Best Short Film in the annual awards given by film critic organization Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP) on …
Read More »MSU bombing linked to Maguindanao military op? Solon airs concern
Surigao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Robert Ace Barbers Surigao del Norte 2nd district Rep. Robert Ace Barbers has aired concerns over the possible link between the bombing of Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City and a military operation in Maguindanao. Barbers was alluding to remarks made by the …
Read More »Lotto outlet in Manila yields new millionaire
The Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) on Sunday, Dec. 3, announced that a P28.6-million worth of Lotto 6/42 winning ticket was bought at a lotto outlet in SM San Lazaro, Manila. PCSO In the draw on Nov. 30, the sole bettor correctly guessed the winning number combination: 36-38-29-37-41-30. READ: https://mb.com.ph/2023/11/30/lone-bettor-wins-p28-6-m-lotto-6-42-jackpot-in-nov-30-draw …
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