THE famed CPDRC dancing inmates are now gearing up for the return of public viewings after a two-year break due to the coronavirus disease pandemic. The inmates performed at the Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center (CPDRC) in Barangay Kalunasan, Cebu City on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023 for a special viewing organized by the Cebu […]
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Comelec to hold special election in Valenzuela for Gatchalian’s district
THE COMMISSION on Elections (Comelec) will hold a special election for a new representative of Valenzuela City’s 1st District following the appointment of Rexlon T. Gatchalian as Social Welfare secretary. “We are just waiting for the certification of the House of Representatives that (the position) is vacant,” Comelec Spokesperson John Rex C. Laudiangco told state […]
Guv Gwen issues EO extending special permits of MPUVs in 6 LGUs
CEBU Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia has issued an executive order (EO) extending the validity of special permits issued to 170 modernized public utility jeepneys (MPUJs) plying the cities of Talisay, Mandaue, and Naga and the towns of Minglanilla, Liloan and Consolacion for 45 days starting Feb. 1, 2023. Garcia issued EO 5, series of 2023 on […]
Editorial: Holiday non-economics
In a bid to boost local tourism, Sen. Raffy Tulfo has filed Senate Bill 1651, seeking to amend Republic Act (RA) 9492, or the Holiday Economics Law, which was enacted in 2007 under then President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. RA 9492 moves regular and special holidays that fall on a weekend to the nearest Monday. Arroyo’s successor, […]
Pasig City offers tax-free special permit to sari-sari stores
THE PASIG local government has introduced a tax-free special permit for neighborhood convenience shops, referred to as sari-sari stores, in the city that are earning not more than P250,000 annually. Mayor Regis “Vico” N. Sotto, in posts on his official social media pages, announced the implementation of new guidelines for sari-sari stores as contained in […]
Zamboanga City mayor reminds public to follow fireworks rules after 9-year ban
ZAMBOANGA CITY Mayor John M. Dalipe on Thursday called on the public to “strictly observe” rules on the organized display of fireworks, which is being allowed again this year after a total ban imposed in 2013. In a statement, the local government reiterated the provisions of City Ordinance 596, or The Professional Display of Pyrotechnics […]
Dec. 26 declared special (non-working) day
THE day after Christmas has been declared a special (non-working) day throughout the country, the Office of the Press Secretary said Thursday, December 22, 2022. Through Proclamation 115 issued on Thursday, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, a special (non-working) day to give families a longer weekend to get together and celebrate […]
Editorial: LTFRB’s insensitivity to commuters
Before the start of School Year 2022-2023 last August, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board-Central Visayas (LTFRB 7) had assured the public that there were enough public utility vehicles, including modern and traditional jeepneys, plying the streets in Cebu and in other areas of the region. If such is the case, the agency should […]
MPUJs now back for 10 days renewable
MODERN public utility jeepneys (MPUJs) that have been issued a special permit by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) can travel again. Eduardo Montealto Jr., LTFRB 7 director, said he allowed MPUJs to travel under special permits following the request of local government units (LGUs) due to the increased number of passengers especially […]
Marcos declares more long weekends for 2023 to boost domestic tourism
PHILIPPINE President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. declared more long weekends for 2023 to boost the country’s tourism recovery, a strategy based on the “holiday economics” policy implemented during the Arroyo administration. “[There] is a need to adjust these holidays pursuant to the principle of holiday economics wherein a longer weekend will help encourage domestic travel […]
Palace: Oct. 31 will be a special nonworking day to boost tourism
PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has issued a proclamation making the eve of All Saints’ Day, Oct. 31, a special nonworking holiday, according to the presidential palace. The president issued the order so Filipinos can spend more time with their families and boost local tourism, Acting Press Secretary Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil told a news briefing. All […]
DILG favors bigger education fund
THE DEPARTMENT of Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Tuesday said it favors a proposal to increase the annual real property tax by 1 percentage point to cover a special fund for education, with reservations. The special education fund given to public schools should be used to improve learning quality, such as building school infrastructure […]
Marcos government issues 2023 holiday list
By Kyle Aristophere T. Atienza, Reporter PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s office has released a list of regular holidays and special non-working days for 2023. A proclamation signed by Executive Secretary Victor D. Rodriguez on Aug. 22 declared the commemoration of the EDSA “People Power” uprising on Feb. 25, 1986 that toppled the martial law […]
Led by Legend Capital, The Leading Intelligent Special Robot Company AKA Robotics Completes Series A Financing
HONG KONG, Jul 28, 2022 – (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Shenzhen AKA Robotics Technology Co., LTD. (hereinafter referred to as “AKA Robotics”), a leading intelligent special robot company, recently completed its Series A financing round, which was led by Legend Capital. This round of funds will be used to invest in R&D and accelerate […]
Feast for heroes: A Father’s Day special at Savoy Hotel Mactan
GUESTS are invited to express their appreciation for the main man in their lives because Savoy Café has curated a special menu for Father’s Day.Located at the ground floor of Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown, guests can bring their daddy’s day-out bonding to Savoy Café and enjoy the gastronomic feast of Filipino specialty dishes prepared by […]
Beyond the buzzword
Kiehls’ takes sustainability seriously DUE to the worldwide problem of pollution and climate change, sustainability is currently one of the most popular buzzwords that companies like to throw about. It’s a different story for Kiehl’s, which takes its commitments quite seriously. During an event on May 4, Kiehl’s laid bare its sustainability commitments and the […]
PUV permits extended to ferry supporters
THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board in Central Visayas (LTFRB 7) has extended the validity of special permits issued for all public utility vehicles (PUVs) in Cebu.LTFRB 7 Director Eduardo Montealto Jr. said this on Friday, April 22, 2022, after seeing a rising demand for PUVs hired, especially by candidates, in their campaign rallies.“In […]
ESL stands to benefit from country’s reopening
THE country’s reopening to fully vaccinated tourists starting April 1, 2022 is seen to restore the growth of the English as Second Language (ESL) sector across the country.Tourism Secretary Bernadette Puyat said in a statement that the relaxation of travel restrictions will enable foreign nationals to travel to the country visa-free or using their 9A […]
NVOC eyes special vaccination drive for CV, 4 other regions
CENTRAL Visayas and four other regions are being eyed for the conduct of special vaccination days by the end of March 2022, the National Vaccination Operations Center (NVOC) said, after it noted a low vaccination rate in some areas.In a televised public briefing Saturday, March 19, NVOC co-lead Dr. Kezia Rosario said they are now […]
Mitsubishi Motors Launches Ralliart Special Editions in Thailand
TOKYO, Nov 30, 2021 – (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) – Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today launched its first models of the revived Ralliart brand, the Triton(1) Ralliart and the Pajero Sport(2) Ralliart as special editions. Both models will be exhibited at the 38th Thailand International Motor Expo 2021(3) in Bangkok, and sales will commence on […]