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- M Lhuillier shows some love for Davao's elderly
- M Lhuillier shows some love for Davao's elderly
- Google、「Android 12」のベータ版をリリース ～史上最大となるデザイン変更／PixelデバイスやシャープなどのパートナーデバイスでOTA導入が可能
- Red Wings extend Blashill amid prolonged rebuild
- Volleyball star Carmela Tunay retires at age 25
- Volleyball star Carmela Tunay retires at age 25
- Bill de Blasio courts internet meme-dom with Brooklyn Nets ensemble
- Bill de Blasio courts internet meme-dom with Brooklyn Nets ensemble
- Phew! It's getting hot in here with these summer memes! (30 Photos)
- Phew! It's getting hot in here with these summer memes! (30 Photos)
- Today I learned all these random facts (25 Photos)
- Today I learned all these random facts (25 Photos)
- Harry Kane's transfer options: Man United, Man City, Chelsea or a move abroad?
- Harry Kane's transfer options: Man United, Man City, Chelsea or a move abroad?
- Dangerous Squish lies ahead — brace yourselves! (67 Photos)
- Dangerous Squish lies ahead — brace yourselves! (67 Photos)
- 【アップデート情報】窓の杜収録ソフト 5月19日 ～「OneDrive」や「MusicBee」など
- 'No one wants to be the poodle': Why defensive positions have the coolest names
- 'No one wants to be the poodle': Why defensive positions have the coolest names
- 【Excel】数が多すぎて目的のシートを開けない！ エクセルでシートの目次を作成する方法とは【いまさら聞けないExcelの使い方講座】
- Leslie Odom Jr. Joins Daniel Craig & Dave Bautista in Knives...
- Two Quick Links for Tuesday Afternoon
- Two Quick Links for Tuesday Afternoon
- Windowsの「リモート デスクトップ接続」の認証情報がメモリに平文保存、一部のセキュリティ研究者の間で話題に／RDP資格情報を盗めてしまう可能性
- Bill de Blasio courts internet meme-dom with Brooklyn Nets ensemble
- 6 Factors Influencing Tax Fraud in 2021 and How to Reduce It
- My Recent Media Diet, the Fully Vaccinated Edition
- My Recent Media Diet, the Fully Vaccinated Edition
- Baffert banned from entering horses at Belmont
- Pelosi backs diplomatic boycott of Beijing Games
- Where to Travel in the Summer: 4 Awesome Places to See
- G. Ramirez-Barrera, Diaz-Fortuna bouts on July 9
- Saunders has surgery to fix fractured eye socket
- Hearn: Joshua may face Usyk if Fury unavailable
- Plant eyes Canelo, shot at undisputed crown next
- Arbitrator: Fury must fight Wilder by Sept. 15
- Lopez-Kambosos to co-headline June 19 card
- Grand jury indicts boxer in killing of woman
- 4 Top Tips To Help Aspiring Vloggers Gain and Retain Viewership
- 5 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate: First-Time Buyers Guide
- 4 Types of Expenses You Can Claim in a Personal Injury Case
- 4 Tactics To Save Yourself From Risks Surrounding Bitcoin
- How to Fix Bad Credit on Your Own
- How to Sell a House Quickly in Texas and Across the USA
- 「Windows 10 バージョン 21H1」の一般提供が開始 ～年2回の大規模アップデート／通称は「May 2021 Update」。3つの方法でアップグレードが可能
- Lowry mulls Olympics call ahead of free agency
- 5 Expensive Life Events That Are Hard To Prepare For
- The Wonder Years Reboot Trailer Released The Wonder Years...
- West Texas Thunderstorm
- West Texas Thunderstorm
- 'Ready to have a party' at postponed Ryder Cup
- Kevin James' 'Home Team' About NFL Coach Sean Payton Adds Taylor...
- Ex-Hamilton F1 car could fetch $7m at auction
- Ex-Hamilton F1 car could fetch $7m at auction
- Ex-Hamilton F1 car could fetch $7m at auction
- 2020-21 NCAA tournaments: Dates, TV info and more
- Country star Allen to sing anthem at Indy 500
- Serena bounced in straight sets on Parma clay
- Geneva Open: Federer beaten on ATP return
- Koepka: Playing with pain but months from 100%
- Title trio: Last 3 major champs grouped for PGA
- Rick Steves: Germany's Fascist Story
- Rick Steves: Germany's Fascist Story
- Three Quick Links for Tuesday Noonish
- Three Quick Links for Tuesday Noonish
- Wawrinka pulls out of French Open
- USA Hockey's Bellamy retiring: Time to move on
- Project Greenlight Revival, From EP and Mentor Issa Rae, Ordered...
- PBCom income steadies in 2020
- Apex Mining net income up 401%
- MacroAsia incurs net loss in Q1
- Philippines on track with 20.4 million MT palay output – Dar
- SM Prime investing over P120 million for busway bridges
- A faster vaccination process
- Herd immunity by Christmas
- Update on COVID vaccination by countries
- West Palawan drilling to proceed next year
- GT Capital Q1 earnings up 60%
- Be wary of emails linking to government sites – Microsoft
- GMA net income up 246 % in January-March
- Inflation jitters snap market's 2-day upswing
- Nomura sees OFW remittances rising 5.1% this year
- SEC flags P11.5 billion suspicious deals
- Donny, Belle recall 'awkward' start as loveteam
- JC Santos set to show versatility in The Eventologist
- SB19 shares success with fans
- What's new from Pat, Daydream and Sponge Cola?
- Few cops engaged in extramarital affairs – Eleazar
- 39 'junk' cars of NCRPO hit by fire
- PGH to resume surgical procedures
- Caloocan resort guests urged to quarantine
- Highest heat index recorded in 5 Luzon areas
- Phivolcs warns of Taal's 'elevated' unrest
- P3 million party drugs seized
- Thousands scramble for Pfizer jabs in Manila
- The crux of income inequality
- What if it burned to the ground?
- Final 'act'
- Cabinet gagged on China; ex-generals assert sea rights
- Disorganized
- EDITORIAL - Leaders in breaking the rules
- Najee Harris eager to show value as Steelers' receiving threat
- Najee Harris eager to show value as Steelers' receiving threat
- IEA calls for annual additions of solar PV to reach 630 GW by 2030
- 6 Things I Would Tell Myself Before Buying My First Home
- Chinese PV Industry Brief: Datang reveals results of 5 GW procurement tender
- Barry Jenkins Films the Gaze of His Ancestors
- Barry Jenkins Films the Gaze of His Ancestors
- PHV opens factory in Saudi Arabia
- Second-life batteries turned into storage system with capacity of up to 1 MWh
- The Hydrogen Stream: Ørsted kicks off first project, ArcelorMittal moves towards blue hydrogen
- South terminal goes 'cashless'
- South terminal goes 'cashless'
- 52,000 Sinovac doses arrive for Central Visayas
- Plumber, 20, jumps to his death from 19th floor
- 52,000 Sinovac doses arrive for Central Visayas
- Plumber, 20, jumps to his death from 19th floor
- Eastern Visayas gets 28,800 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
- Eastern Visayas gets 28,800 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
- Eastern Visayas gets 28,800 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
- 600 Leyte youths avail themselves of Tupad
- 600 Leyte youths avail themselves of Tupad
- 600 Leyte youths avail themselves of Tupad
- Bzzzzz: Councilor to gay critic -- 'Labhan ka nako'g mga kiha. Tuk-on tika...' More rumored aspirants in Cebu City north race: Mary Ann de los Santos, Mimo Osmeña.
- Bzzzzz: Councilor to gay critic -- 'Labhan ka nako'g mga kiha. Tuk-on tika...' More rumored aspirants in Cebu City north race: Mary Ann de los Santos, Mimo Osmeña.
- Rehab of dilapidated road in Mandaue to take 4 months
- Lapu ROFs, OFWs urged to follow q-protocol
- Rehab of dilapidated road in Mandaue to take 4 months
- Lapu ROFs, OFWs urged to follow q-protocol
- 36 Cebu City barangays report no transmission in 10 days
- Comelec Cebu registers 300K-plus voters for 2022 elections
- 36 Cebu City barangays report no transmission in 10 days
- Comelec Cebu registers 300K-plus voters for 2022 elections
- 2 found dead in separate incidents
- 2 found dead in separate incidents
- Toboso locks down 32 households due to Covid-19
- Toboso locks down 32 households due to Covid-19
- Bacolod gets 3,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
- Bacolod gets 3,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
- MMA pound-for-pound rankings: No easy road for Charles Oliveira, but he has made it
- MMA pound-for-pound rankings: No easy road for Charles Oliveira, but he has made it
- Capitol union backs mass vaccination
- Capitol union backs mass vaccination
- Over P40,000 shabu seized in Barangay Mansilingan
- Over P40,000 shabu seized in Barangay Mansilingan
- 'Bakwit School 7' told: Don't celebrate too early
- 'Bakwit School 7' told: Don't celebrate too early
- Most seniors lack info on vaccination program
- Most seniors lack info on vaccination program
- Duterte's ex-wife gets Covid-19 vaccine
- Duterte's ex-wife gets Covid-19 vaccine
- Crocodile Park now open as swabbing center
- Crocodile Park now open as swabbing center
- Velez: Who's to blame that we lost Miss Universe?
- Velez: Who's to blame that we lost Miss Universe?
- Oro mayor will not implement barangay exit pass
- Oro mayor will not implement barangay exit pass
- Active Covid-19 cases in Cagayan de Oro now at 954
- Active Covid-19 cases in Cagayan de Oro now at 954
- Mi-ambak gikan 19th floor, tipi
- Automated ticketing gipatuman sa CSBT
- Mobile vaccination site imontar sa Lapu-Lapu
- Sports activities sa kalungsoran ipabalik
- New Cebuano Army chief hailed
- New Cebuano Army chief hailed
- Tacloban mayor assures sufficient supply of Covid-19 vaccines
- Tacloban mayor assures sufficient supply of Covid-19 vaccines
- Tacloban mayor assures sufficient supply of Covid-19 vaccines
- Mac Tallo to play for Bicol Volcanoes in MPBL
- Mac Tallo to play for Bicol Volcanoes in MPBL
- Basil: Rabiya Mateo nanghagad og tagay
- 16 ka asawa, 151 ka anak pun-an pa
- 36 ka barangay wa nay aktibong kaso
- Babayeng 'pusher' sa Talisay dakpan
- Multicab misungag sa bus; 2 naangol
- Basil: Rabiya Mateo nanghagad og tagay
- 16 ka asawa, 151 ka anak pun-an pa
- Editoryal: Kahimsog sa pangutok
- Lonzon: 5 ka mag-uuma gipatay sa NPA
- Vet office-issued IDs seen to boost anti-ASF drive
- CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine set to open
- Hinashasan Writing Workshop to hold senior high edition
- Editorial: Little bosses and press freedom
- CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine set to open
- Hinashasan Writing Workshop to hold senior high edition
- Vet office-issued IDs seen to boost anti-ASF drive
- Editorial: Little bosses and press freedom
- Noceco power rate down in May
- Noceco power rate down in May
- Mixlada presents 'Pinta Pandemya'
- Paramount Property Ventures gains ISO certification for quality management system
- Mixlada presents 'Pinta Pandemya'
- Papa Joe: LDR
- Shortcut sa pagbuwag
- Diputado: 'Might is right'
- Papa Joe: LDR
- Mga bata ubos sa pag-atiman sa DSWD FO 7
- Shortcut sa pagbuwag
- 'Gamay apan sakit'
- Almacen miatak sa South Africa
- Curry maoy ma-MVP: James
- NBA play-in sugdan na
- Nalzaro: New US CDC's guidelines not adaptable here
- Lapu to provide free Covid jabs to over 100K ecozone workers
- Nalzaro: New US CDC's guidelines not adaptable here
- Lapu to provide free Covid jabs to over 100K ecozone workers
- Philippines abandons double-digit growth goal in Duterte's final year
- Astronaut Roundtable
- Hofileña: Final confrontation and victory (Third of Three Parts)
- Hofileña: Final confrontation and victory (Third of Three Parts)
- EXPLAINER: How worrying is the variant first seen in India?
- EXPLAINER: How worrying is the variant first seen in India?
- Zambo Norte village youths empowered as government partner
- 4 nabbed, P146,000 shabu seized in anti-drug stings
- 4 nabbed, P146,000 shabu seized in anti-drug stings
- Zambo Norte village youths empowered as government partner
- Steel plant asks government to repair drainage systems
- Steel plant asks government to repair drainage systems
- The Medical City Clark launches therapy center
- The Medical City Clark launches therapy center
- Pinoys' alien parents need visa, exemption docs to enter PH
- Pinoys' alien parents need visa, exemption docs to enter PH
- SM Olongapo Central opens first indoor dog park
- SM Olongapo Central opens first indoor dog park
- NLEX Connector construction reaches Manila
- NLEX Connector construction reaches Manila
- 14 arrested in San Fernando for various violations
- 14 arrested in San Fernando for various violations
- Midori supports CDC's call for responsible waste disposal in Clark
- Midori supports CDC's call for responsible waste disposal in Clark
- Nueva Ecija promotes Palayan City tourism
- Nueva Ecija promotes Palayan City tourism
- Cervantes: Jesus: 'Do not hoard earthly things, little ones; this is not the time'
- Cervantes: Jesus: 'Do not hoard earthly things, little ones; this is not the time'
- Tulabut: Pandemic gains
- Garcia: Ay, rugo! (Oh, pity!)
- Garcia: Ay, rugo! (Oh, pity!)
- Tulabut: Pandemic gains
- Limpag: On the fence with Cebu sports
- DA chief: Reverse lackluster growth in agriculture thru more investments
- WEF cancels annual meeting amid pandemic
- SSS clarifies definition of earnings declared for contributions of self-employed members
- GMCAC preserves P4.5B cash in next 3 years
- Limpag: On the fence with Cebu sports
- DA chief: Reverse lackluster growth in agriculture thru more investments
- WEF cancels annual meeting amid pandemic
- SSS clarifies definition of earnings declared for contributions of self-employed members
- GMCAC preserves P4.5B cash in next 3 years
- Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
- Canoy out to make a statement in Africa
- Zamboanga embraces underdog role vs. veteran Seo
- Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
- Wood and glass kitchen making a comeback
- Well-loved mentors
- Canoy out to make a statement in Africa
- Zamboanga embraces underdog role vs. veteran Seo
- Makig-sex bugti sa shabu
- Lungsod sa Talitay 2 giilang mayor
- 240 balay gitunol sa nalinugan
- Espinoza: Let's do mail-in or online voting
- Espinoza: Let's do mail-in or online voting
- DOH: Over 4,000 new cases logged; no data from 8 labs
- DOH: Over 4,000 new cases logged; no data from 8 labs
- Turkey introduces secondary legislation for storage
- 「WinRAR」v6.02 Beta 1が公開 ほか【ダイジェストニュース】
- 500,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine arriving May 20
- 500,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine arriving May 20
- Maynilad reaches new deal with gov't, ending water row
- 「Thunderbird 78.10.2」が公開 ～「OpenPGP」の強化とアドオンマネージャーの改善／「OpenPGP」関連の軽微な脆弱性も修正
- PNP chief denies law is being weaponized
- PNP chief denies law is being weaponized
- Solarwatt unveils two bifacial glass-glass panels with half-cell design
- Unseeded Marshall tops IU for first soccer title
- Geopolitical impact of long-distance transport of electricity and hydrogen
- Blues' Perron misses first-round opener vs. Avs
- Price trends amid polysilicon shortage
- How Optimizing for Voice Search Will Impact Your SEO Plan in 2021
- 'I'm an introvert': Liza Soberano denies post implying intention to join Miss Universe
- Miambak gikan sa ika-19 ka andana nga building
- Giant wind-solar complex to produce hydrogen in Oman
- Duterte warns of 'stricter lockdown'
- Duterte warns of 'stricter lockdown'
- 'More people to inspire!': Rabiya Mateo continues to get massive following despite Miss Universe loss; Miss Peru crying goes viral
- Duterte: Get vaccinated or stay home
- Duterte: Get vaccinated or stay home
- Apple、「Boot Camp」の脆弱性を修正 ～v6.1.14を公開／MacデバイスにWindowsをインストールできるようにするユーティリティ
- 'I wasn't being sarcastic': Pia Wurtzbach addresses angry Miss Vietnam fans
- India launches anti-dumping probe for PV cells from China, Thailand, Vietnam
- Enrile: Arbitral ruling on West Philippine Sea not meaningless
- Enrile: Arbitral ruling on West Philippine Sea not meaningless
- Santa Clara bests FSU in PKs for women's title
- Analysis: Possible reasons why Rabiya Mateo failed to advance to Miss Universe 2020 final round
- Angelo Kouame granted Filipino citizenship
- Angelo Kouame granted Filipino citizenship
- PV modules shipping at lower prices in US, EIA data shows
- 4 Caloocan resort guests positive for coronavirus
- 4 Caloocan resort guests positive for coronavirus
- Amazon in Talks to Buy MGM for as Much as $10 Billion In the...
- Windows版「VLC 3.0.12/3.0.13」の自動更新機能に問題、手動での更新を／「VLC 3.0.14」で解決
- Opav thanks Go for inclusion of chief execs in Covid priority list
- Opav thanks Go for inclusion of chief execs in Covid priority list
- Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
- Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
- EXPLAINER: Do I still have to wear a mask? What about kids?
- EXPLAINER: Do I still have to wear a mask? What about kids?
- Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
- Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
- Dozens more sue Ohio St. over ex-doc's treatment
- Phoenix's Matthew Wright grateful to have Chris Banchero on their side now
- Phoenix's Matthew Wright grateful to have Chris Banchero on their side now
- Israeli strike puts sole Gaza COVID lab out of action: ministry
- Mark Yee cherishes opportunity to represent country in FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit
- Mark Yee cherishes opportunity to represent country in FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit
- Davao Occidental Tigers prepare for MPBL title defense
- Davao Occidental Tigers prepare for MPBL title defense
- UC Senior High Arts and Design holds 'Lab Teatro' 2021
- 「Adobe Photoshop」がARM64に正式対応 ～「Surface Pro X」などでネイティブ動作／2021年5月リリースより
- 【アップデート情報】パッケージ・ドライバー関連 5月18日
M Lhuillier shows some love for Davao's elderly
May 19, 2021
WHILE growing old is a privilege not everyone can enjoy, it also brings its fair share of challenges. Progressive health conditions can affect the quality of life and temperament in old people, and when their immediate families are not equipped to take care of them properly, they end up in homes for the aged.
M Lhuillier Financial Services Inc. showed its appreciation to the "lolos" and "lolas" of Davao City through a love drive. It partnered with the Care for the Elderly Foundation Inc. to share some blessings to the foundation's 53 resident elders.
On Feb. 23, 2021, M ...
M Lhuillier shows some love for Davao's elderly
May 19, 2021
WHILE growing old is a privilege not everyone can enjoy, it also brings its fair share of challenges. Progressive health conditions can affect the quality of life and temperament in old people, and when their immediate families are not equipped to take care of them properly, they end up in homes for the aged.
M Lhuillier Financial Services Inc. showed its appreciation to the "lolos" and "lolas" of Davao City through a love drive. It partnered with the Care for the Elderly Foundation Inc. to share some blessings to the foundation's 53 resident elders.
On Feb. 23, 2021, M ...
Google、「Android 12」のベータ版をリリース ～史上最大となるデザイン変更／PixelデバイスやシャープなどのパートナーデバイスでOTA導入が可能
May 19, 2021
米Googleは5月18日（現地時間）、モバイル向けOS「Android」の次期バージョン「Android 12」をベータ版として公開した。ベータ版のリリースは今回が初めて。このあと数回のアップデートを経て機能が確定されたのち、今年後半にも正式版となる見込みだ。
Red Wings extend Blashill amid prolonged rebuild
May 18, 2021
Detroit Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill has been given a contract extension despite a losing record and missing the playoffs in five straight seasons.
Volleyball star Carmela Tunay retires at age 25
May 18, 2021
Volleyball stalwart Carmela Tunay announced her retirement from the game at the young age of 25, ending a storied career highlighted by two championships in the Philippine SuperLiga.
Tunay was slated to be the skipper of the newly formed volleyball team Peak Form. However, she stunned volleyball fans across the nation when she announced she was hanging up her sneakers for good during an appearance on One Sports' "The Game" on Tuesday.
"Actually, I've told a couple of friends na I won't play na, I guess, that's where we're leading so yes, I'm officially retired," said the former University ...
Volleyball star Carmela Tunay retires at age 25
May 18, 2021
Volleyball stalwart Carmela Tunay announced her retirement from the game at the young age of 25, ending a storied career highlighted by two championships in the Philippine SuperLiga.
Tunay was slated to be the skipper of the newly formed volleyball team Peak Form. However, she stunned volleyball fans across the nation when she announced she was hanging up her sneakers for good during an appearance on One Sports' "The Game" on Tuesday.
"Actually, I've told a couple of friends na I won't play na, I guess, that's where we're leading so yes, I'm officially retired," said the former University ...
Bill de Blasio courts internet meme-dom with Brooklyn Nets ensemble
May 18, 2021
De Blasio's hat-and-jersey getup caused some eyebrows to raise on social media.
Bill de Blasio courts internet meme-dom with Brooklyn Nets ensemble
May 18, 2021
De Blasio's hat-and-jersey getup caused some eyebrows to raise on social media.
Phew! It's getting hot in here with these summer memes! (30 Photos)
May 18, 2021
Phew! It's getting hot in here with these summer memes! (30 Photos)
May 18, 2021
Today I learned all these random facts (25 Photos)
May 18, 2021
Today I learned all these random facts (25 Photos)
May 18, 2021
Harry Kane's transfer options: Man United, Man City, Chelsea or a move abroad?
May 18, 2021
After Harry Kane asked Tottenham Hotspur to leave the club, we take a look at the clubs he could move to this summer.
Harry Kane's transfer options: Man United, Man City, Chelsea or a move abroad?
May 18, 2021
After Harry Kane asked Tottenham Hotspur to leave the club, we take a look at the clubs he could move to this summer.
Dangerous Squish lies ahead — brace yourselves! (67 Photos)
May 18, 2021
Dangerous Squish lies ahead — brace yourselves! (67 Photos)
May 18, 2021
【アップデート情報】窓の杜収録ソフト 5月19日 ～「OneDrive」や「MusicBee」など
May 18, 2021
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'No one wants to be the poodle': Why defensive positions have the coolest names
May 18, 2021
Across the sport, depth charts feature bandits, bucks, bulls, cash, cincos, dogs -- even a Bubo.
'No one wants to be the poodle': Why defensive positions have the coolest names
May 18, 2021
Across the sport, depth charts feature bandits, bucks, bulls, cash, cincos, dogs -- even a Bubo.
【Excel】数が多すぎて目的のシートを開けない！ エクセルでシートの目次を作成する方法とは【いまさら聞けないExcelの使い方講座】
May 18, 2021
普段の業務の中で、シートが多く含まれるExcelブックを管理しなくてはならず大変だったという経験はありませんか。次の「2021年度売上表」ブックには、2021年4月の第1週～2021年5月の第3週の売上記録がそれぞれのシートごとに記録されています（①）。画面下部には、すべてのシート見出しを表示しきれないので、シート見出しの左側にある［◀］ボタンや［▶］ボタン（②）をクリックして目的のシートを見つけ出さなければならず、面倒ですよね。
Leslie Odom Jr. Joins Daniel Craig & Dave Bautista in Knives...
May 18, 2021
Leslie Odom Jr. Joins Daniel Craig & Dave Bautista in Knives Out 2
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Brain Daily newsletter for more stories like this!The all-star cast for Rian Johnson's Knives Out 2 continues to grow. After Dave Bautista and Edward Norton joined the film earlier this month, The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Leslie Odom Jr. (One Night in Miami, Hamilton) will be joining the star-studded sequel.
Two Quick Links for Tuesday Afternoon
May 18, 2021
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Two Quick Links for Tuesday Afternoon
May 18, 2021
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Windowsの「リモート デスクトップ接続」の認証情報がメモリに平文保存、一部のセキュリティ研究者の間で話題に／RDP資格情報を盗めてしまう可能性
May 18, 2021
Windowsの「リモート デスクトップ接続」（RDP）の認証情報がメモリに平文保存される問題が、一部のセキュリティ研究者の間で指摘されている。
Bill de Blasio courts internet meme-dom with Brooklyn Nets ensemble
May 18, 2021
De Blasio's hat-and-jersey getup caused some eyebrows to raise on social media.
6 Factors Influencing Tax Fraud in 2021 and How to Reduce It
May 18, 2021
Tax fraud is a common problem internationally. Many countries have lost a lot of money through tax fraud. For instance, about $190 billion is spent every year by the US government on tax fraud. Tax fraud is a complex matter countries have to handle with no exception. Identifying the factors influencing tax fraud gets us closer to dealing with the bigger problem. Now, let's identify the factors causing tax fraud in 2021.
1. Tax System Structure
The tax systems of different countries determine the rate at which citizens may evade paying tax. Some tax systems with defects offer opportunities ...
My Recent Media Diet, the Fully Vaccinated Edition
May 18, 2021
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May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropBaffert banned from entering horses at Belmont
May 18, 2021
Trainer Bob Baffert has been temporarily suspended from entering horses at Belmont Park, the New York Racing Association announced. The decision means controversial Derby champ Medina Spirit will not run in the Belmont Stakes.
Pelosi backs diplomatic boycott of Beijing Games
May 18, 2021
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called Tuesday for a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Beijing Olympics, citing human rights abuses by China's government.
Where to Travel in the Summer: 4 Awesome Places to See
May 18, 2021
After a long and stressful year of working from home or worse, being furloughed, restrictions are starting to ease and the economy is finally bouncing back. If you're anything like me, this means you're looking forward to the summer and, more specifically, summer vacations. If you're hoping to take a trip this summer, check out these 4 destinations for your next unforgettable vacation.
1. Santa Barbara, California
Nestled into the hills on the coast of California, Santa Barbara is a beautiful little city perfect for a summer getaway. With beautiful beaches and delicious local wine, it's the perfect ...
G. Ramirez-Barrera, Diaz-Fortuna bouts on July 9
May 18, 2021
Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez, a former super middleweight world titlist, will face former light heavyweight title contender Sullivan Barrera on July 9, Golden Boy Promotions announced Tuesday.
Saunders has surgery to fix fractured eye socket
May 18, 2021
Billy Joe Saunders fractured his eye socket in three places after Canelo Alvarez hit him with a right uppercut in the eighth round of Saturday's fight.
Hearn: Joshua may face Usyk if Fury unavailable
May 18, 2021
Heavyweight world titlist Anthony Joshua could face contender Oleksandr Usyk if Tyson Fury is unavailable this summer, according to Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn.
Plant eyes Canelo, shot at undisputed crown next
May 18, 2021
Super middleweight titlist Caleb Plant, who currently holds the IBF belt, says he's all for a unification bout with superstar Canelo Alvarez, who holds the other three belts in the division.
Arbitrator: Fury must fight Wilder by Sept. 15
May 18, 2021
An arbitrator has ruled that Tyson Fury must face Deontay Wilder in a rematch by Sept. 15. Fury's promoter, Bob Arum, said he'll now target a Fury-Anthony Joshua fight for late this year.
Lopez-Kambosos to co-headline June 19 card
May 18, 2021
Teofimo Lopez will make his first title defense as undisputed lightweight champion against George Kambosos Jr. on June 19 at Miami's loanDepot Park, Triller Fight Club announced Tuesday.
Grand jury indicts boxer in killing of woman
May 18, 2021
Felix Verdejo has been indicted in the killing of 27-year-old Keishla Rodriguez, a case potentially eligible for the death penalty.
4 Top Tips To Help Aspiring Vloggers Gain and Retain Viewership
May 18, 2021
Do you dream about starting your own vlog and talking directly to your audience about fun and fascinating topics every week? If so, there are several tips you should keep in mind as you pursue your vlogging passion.
Although you can easily turn your smartphone into a miniature teleprompter and vlog just for fun, if you want to gain viewership and retain your audience over time – and possibly even turn your vlog into a career! – it's important to follow certain steps to ensure your vlogs come across as polished and professional. Check out these four top tips ...
5 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate: First-Time Buyers Guide
May 18, 2021
Investing in real estate is a big commitment for anyone to make and yet it is one of the most stable markets to invest in. Many lose money regularly investing in stocks or cars that have a little definite promise of returning actual cash returns whereas properties whether buying for yourself or to rent out can often provide steady additional income. One of the trickiest concerns can be the location of the property. There are plenty of experts particularly in Halifax real estate that can help you make this decision though.
It is important to note that this is ...
4 Types of Expenses You Can Claim in a Personal Injury Case
May 18, 2021
Nobody likes having to experience an accident. This can be a very tumultuous and taxing experience, especially if your injury is life-changing or permanent. Thankfully, as an American, you have a set of rights designed to protect you in these instances.
If you have suffered a serious injury at the expense of somebody else's negligence, you may be entitled to a sum of financial compensation. How this sum is calculated depends on several factors, however, here are four of the different expenses that you can claim in a personal injury case.
1. Medical Bills
The main bill that ...
4 Tactics To Save Yourself From Risks Surrounding Bitcoin
May 18, 2021
Bitcoin is a virtual currency functional on a peer to peer network operated by a group of individuals named miners. Moreover, bitcoin is not linked to the guidelines and instructions of administration authorities. The enhanced acceptance of bitcoin has delighted ample vanilla as well as novice investors. Bitcoin network is operated by miners; mining is an activity of verifying bitcoin transactions by contributing computing resources.
The level of bitcoin mining is rising phenomenally; earlier miners used gaming hardware for the successfully mining process. The crisp profits and immense popularity of bitcoin have interested ample individual in investing in mining. ...
How to Fix Bad Credit on Your Own
May 18, 2021
Your credit score affects different areas of life — borrowing, renting, insurance, and even employment. There are many reasons and ways to raise it. Here is your ultimate guide to repairing the score in 2021.
The easiest way to fix your status is to hire one of the major credit repair firms — companies specialized in score increase. They will check your records, find inaccuracies and dispute them formally, while you can simply monitor the progress. Alternatively, you may repair your credit score on your own. Here is how to do it.
What Is a Good Score?
The general ...
How to Sell a House Quickly in Texas and Across the USA
May 18, 2021
It doesn't matter where you are in the States – Austin, Texas… New York City or Florida. If you have to sell a home fast then the options will generally remain the same.
The housing market has dipped and risen and slowed over the past 18 months, mostly due to Covid and the pandemic. Viewings for houses were restricted, as was travel, and the desire to move was not as strong as before.
Many people took to trying to organize virtual viewings to bypass health restrictions but as normality is slowly returning, so are the sales. Realtors are reporting ...
「Windows 10 バージョン 21H1」の一般提供が開始 ～年2回の大規模アップデート／通称は「May 2021 Update」。3つの方法でアップグレードが可能
May 18, 2021
米Microsoftは5月18日（現地時間）、Windows 10の新しい機能アップデート「Windows 10 May 2021 Update（バージョン 21H1）」を一般公開した。「Windows Insider Program」に加入していないユーザーに対しても、段階的な配信が開始される。
Lowry mulls Olympics call ahead of free agency
May 18, 2021
Raptors star and pending free agent Kyle Lowry in considering playing for Team USA at this summer's Tokyo Olympics.
5 Expensive Life Events That Are Hard To Prepare For
May 18, 2021
As you think about your finances and savings, it's important to keep in mind that there are some types of events that are unexpected and difficult to prepare for. While no one wants to experience disability, incarceration, or the death of a family member, these events do happen. When they do, it's important to know how to handle them. A financial advisor can help provide you with information about how to deal with these expensive, unexpected events, as well as many others.
1. Death of a Family Member
While it's unpleasant to think about, death is an inevitability. ...
The Wonder Years Reboot Trailer Released The Wonder Years...
May 18, 2021
The Wonder Years Reboot Trailer Released
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Brain Daily newsletter for more stories like this!The Wonder Years reboot trailer is out, offering viewers a first-look tease of what this new take on the classic coming-of-age TV series is all about.
West Texas Thunderstorm
May 18, 2021
Photo by Laura Rowe. Wow. Evocative of Milton Glaser's Bob Dylan poster. (via @mathowie)
Tags: clouds Laura Rowe photography
West Texas Thunderstorm
May 18, 2021
Photo by Laura Rowe. Wow. Evocative of Milton Glaser's Bob Dylan poster. (via @mathowie)
Tags: clouds Laura Rowe photography'Ready to have a party' at postponed Ryder Cup
May 18, 2021
PGA CEO Seth Waugh said Tuesday that he expects a "full fan experience" when the Ryder Cup, postponed a year, is played Sept. 24-26 at Whistling Straits near Kohler, Wisconsin.
Kevin James' 'Home Team' About NFL Coach Sean Payton Adds Taylor...
May 18, 2021
Kevin James' 'Home Team' About NFL Coach Sean Payton Adds Taylor Lautner, Rob Schneider
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Brain Daily newsletter for more stories like this!"Home Team," a Netflix film that stars Kevin James as New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton, has announced its full cast, including new additions Taylor Lautner and Rob Schneider.
Ex-Hamilton F1 car could fetch $7m at auction
May 18, 2021
A race-winning Formula One McLaren driven by Lewis Hamilton in 2010 will be put up for auction at the British Grand Prix in July as it does laps of the Silverstone circuit.
Ex-Hamilton F1 car could fetch $7m at auction
May 18, 2021
A race-winning Formula One McLaren driven by Lewis Hamilton in 2010 will be put up for auction at the British Grand Prix in July as it does laps of the Silverstone circuit.
Ex-Hamilton F1 car could fetch $7m at auction
May 18, 2021
A race-winning Formula One McLaren driven by Lewis Hamilton in 2010 will be put up for auction at the British Grand Prix in July as it does laps of the Silverstone circuit.
2020-21 NCAA tournaments: Dates, TV info and more
May 18, 2021
Everything to know about the spring's NCAA championships.
Country star Allen to sing anthem at Indy 500
May 18, 2021
Country star Jimmie Allen will sing the national anthem at this year's Indianapolis 500. Allen is the first Black artist to launch a career with two No. 1 hits on country radio.
Serena bounced in straight sets on Parma clay
May 18, 2021
Serena Williams, who became the top seed for the Emilia-Romagna Open after accepting a wild-card invitation to the event, suffered another early-round exit on clay Tuesday with a 7-6, 6-2 loss to Katerina Siniakova.
Geneva Open: Federer beaten on ATP return
May 18, 2021
A rusty Roger Federer was beaten 6-4 4-6 6-4 by Spaniard Pablo Andujar on his return to the ATP Tour at the claycourt Geneva Open on Tuesday
Koepka: Playing with pain but months from 100%
May 18, 2021
Brooks Koepka, who is playing at the PGA Championship this week, said that he can deal with the pain as he recovers from a right knee injury but that doctors have said he's still six months away from a full recovery.
Title trio: Last 3 major champs grouped for PGA
May 18, 2021
Collin Morikawa will begin his PGA Championship title defense by teeing off with reigning Masters champ Hideki Matsuyama and U.S. Open winner Bryson DeChambeau in one of eight featured groups at Kiawah Island.
Rick Steves: Germany's Fascist Story
May 18, 2021
Rick Steves' travel shows and videos typically highlight the positive aspects of travel destinations in Europe and around the world. But more recently, he's also been making shows about Europe's unpleasant past. In 2019, he did an hour-long TV special about the history of fascism in Europe
Because Steves hosts a travel show, they visit some of the places where this history played out, including Nuremberg, Auschwitz, and Rome, talk to historians and tour guides, and discuss fascist and anti-fascist art, including Picasso's Guernica.
And earlier this year, Steves made a similar show that focused just on Germany, embedded ...
Rick Steves: Germany's Fascist Story
May 18, 2021
Rick Steves' travel shows and videos typically highlight the positive aspects of travel destinations in Europe and around the world. But more recently, he's also been making shows about Europe's unpleasant past. In 2019, he did an hour-long TV special about the history of fascism in Europe
Because Steves hosts a travel show, they visit some of the places where this history played out, including Nuremberg, Auschwitz, and Rome, talk to historians and tour guides, and discuss fascist and anti-fascist art, including Picasso's Guernica.
And earlier this year, Steves made a similar show that focused just on Germany, embedded ...
Three Quick Links for Tuesday Noonish
May 18, 2021
An AI tries to finish a 15-second clip of the Spice Girls' Wannabe in the style of Nine Inch Nails. [youtube.com]
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Three Quick Links for Tuesday Noonish
May 18, 2021
An AI tries to finish a 15-second clip of the Spice Girls' Wannabe in the style of Nine Inch Nails. [youtube.com]
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Wawrinka pulls out of French Open
May 18, 2021
Former champion Stan Wawrinka has pulled out of the French Open after failing to recover sufficiently from an operation he underwent on his left foot in March, his team said on Tuesday.
USA Hockey's Bellamy retiring: Time to move on
May 18, 2021
Kacey Bellamy, who has won gold in seven of nine world championships and was expected to make the Olympic team in February, is retiring from the U.S. women's hockey team.
Project Greenlight Revival, From EP and Mentor Issa Rae, Ordered...
May 18, 2021
Project Greenlight Revival, From EP and Mentor Issa Rae, Ordered at HBO Max
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Brain Daily newsletter for more stories like this!The next great filmmaker could have Issa Rae to thank for their big break. The Insecure star is teaming up with Miramax for a revival of the docuseries Project Greenlight, HBO Max announced Tuesday.
PBCom income steadies in 2020
May 18, 2021
Philippine Bank of Communications withstood the financial carnage of the pandemic last year as it kept its net income steady on gains made in trading and securities.
Apex Mining net income up 401%
May 18, 2021
Listed Apex Mining Co. Inc. reported a 401 percent increase in its consolidated net income last year to P1.5 billion, driven by higher gold prices.
MacroAsia incurs net loss in Q1
May 18, 2021
Lucio Tan-led MacroAsia Corp. incurred a net loss in the first quarter due to the continued negative impact of the pandemic on its business segments.
Philippines on track with 20.4 million MT palay output – Dar
May 18, 2021
The country remains on track to hit its palay (unhusked rice) production target for this year of 20.4 million metric tons, driven by the record palay output in the first quarter, according to the chief of the Department of Agriculture.
SM Prime investing over P120 million for busway bridges
May 18, 2021
SM Prime Holdings Inc. is investing over P120 million to develop three busway bridges with concourse along EDSA.
A faster vaccination process
May 18, 2021
While the initial months of the year focused on when the vaccines would arrive, these last several weeks were more focused on how the vaccines are being rolled out efficiently and who is getting them.
Herd immunity by Christmas
May 18, 2021
It is good to dream big, but the people must be told how the government plans to make this dream happen.
Update on COVID vaccination by countries
May 18, 2021
It is timely to review how the detailed COVID vaccination efforts is going on in the world.
West Palawan drilling to proceed next year
May 18, 2021
ACE Enexor Inc., the listed oil and gas exploration and production unit of the Ayala Group, said drilling would still proceed in Service Contract 55 offshore west Palawan next year even as the Department of Energy granted the force majeure request of the consortium.
GT Capital Q1 earnings up 60%
May 18, 2021
GT Capital Holdings Inc., the Ty-owned conglomerate, reported a consolidated net income of P4.1 billion in the first quarter, up 60 percent from P2.5 billion a year ago.
Be wary of emails linking to government sites – Microsoft
May 18, 2021
Software giant Microsoft Corp. has warned business owners and workers against continued cyberattacks using emails that steal personal data by luring victims into corrupted sites posing as government platforms.
GMA net income up 246 % in January-March
May 18, 2021
Media giant GMA Network Inc. recorded significantly higher net income in the first quarter on the back of strong revenues and reduction in corporate income taxes.
Inflation jitters snap market's 2-day upswing
May 18, 2021
Local stocks reversed course yesterday, wiping out gains made in the past two sessions, as worries about inflation continue to dog the stock market.
Nomura sees OFW remittances rising 5.1% this year
May 18, 2021
Japanese investment bank Nomura expects a 5.1 percent increase in remittances from overseas Filipino workers this year with the reopening of economies in host countries amid the continued rollout of COVID-19 vaccines.
SEC flags P11.5 billion suspicious deals
May 18, 2021
The Philippine securities sector is at medium risk for money laundering and terrorist financing, the Securities and Exchange Commission said following an assessment of investment companies, brokers, dealers and other capital market participants in the country.
Donny, Belle recall 'awkward' start as loveteam
May 18, 2021
Although they've worked together in the past, both Donny Pangilinan and Belle Mariano never thought that they would become a loveteam that fans have since dubbed as DonBelle.
JC Santos set to show versatility in The Eventologist
May 18, 2021
JC Santos continues to expand his acting horizons in The Eventologist.
SB19 shares success with fans
May 18, 2021
No matter where their music journey leads them, P-pop idol group SB19 will always bring their fans A'TIN with them.
What's new from Pat, Daydream and Sponge Cola?
May 18, 2021
Just like what happened to so many people in the world today, the pandemic brought the pretty Pat Cardoza's high flying career to a stand-still. She was among the flight attendants put on furlough because of the travel ban. They were not really fired. In fact, they might be called back to work at any time. But to this day, no one knows when.
Few cops engaged in extramarital affairs – Eleazar
May 18, 2021
Philippine National Police chief Gen. Guillermo Eleazar on Monday dismissed public perception that policemen are womanizers.
39 'junk' cars of NCRPO hit by fire
May 18, 2021
Thirty-nine vehicles of the National Capital Region Police Office were destroyed in a fire that struck the NCRPO impounding area at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig City on Monday.
PGH to resume surgical procedures
May 18, 2021
The Philippine General Hospital is looking to resume conducting surgical procedures for indigent patients next week after a fire broke out at the state-owned facility on Sunday.
Caloocan resort guests urged to quarantine
May 18, 2021
The Caloocan government yesterday appealed to hundreds of Gubat sa Ciudad resort guests, who still cannot be reached by contact tracers, to undergo self-quarantine.
Highest heat index recorded in 5 Luzon areas
May 18, 2021
Five areas in Luzon have recorded the highest computed heat index or the temperature as felt by the human body.
Phivolcs warns of Taal's 'elevated' unrest
May 18, 2021
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology warned the public yesterday of "elevated unrest" of Taal Volcano, citing the 288 volcanic earthquakes and 300-meter steam-laden plumes that it emitted in the past 24 hours.
P3 million party drugs seized
May 18, 2021
Government agents confiscated on Monday around 622 grams of the party drug Ketamine, with an estimated market value of P3.11 million, during an operation in Caloocan City.
Thousands scramble for Pfizer jabs in Manila
May 18, 2021
Thousands of people swarmed at a vaccination site offering the Pfizer-BioNTech jabs in Manila yesterday, prompting police and the city government to enforce physical distancing protocols to prevent a super spreader event.
The crux of income inequality
May 18, 2021
A couple built a small business to support their family. Through the years, the business grew profitable enough to sustain their six children.
What if it burned to the ground?
May 18, 2021
Given our fragile network of government hospitals, I'm sure many people are thanking God that the entire Philippine General Hospital did not burn to the ground.
Final 'act'
May 18, 2021
As earlier announced, the Senators have agreed to hold sessions four days starting this week.
Cabinet gagged on China; ex-generals assert sea rights
May 18, 2021
President Duterte banned his Cabinet on Monday from talking about sea disputes amid months of China's escalating incursions.
Disorganized
May 18, 2021
That scene at a mall in Parañaque the other day gives a good indication of vaccine preference in this country.
EDITORIAL - Leaders in breaking the rules
May 18, 2021
This is why COVID continues to spread particularly in crowded Metro Manila.
Najee Harris eager to show value as Steelers' receiving threat
May 18, 2021
Pittsburgh attempts to overhaul the NFL's worst rushing unit from a season ago.
Najee Harris eager to show value as Steelers' receiving threat
May 18, 2021
Pittsburgh attempts to overhaul the NFL's worst rushing unit from a season ago.IEA calls for annual additions of solar PV to reach 630 GW by 2030
May 18, 2021
According to the International Energy Agency, most of the global reductions in CO2 emissions between now and 2030 would come from technologies available today. In a recent report, the agency sets what it described as a "cost-effective and economically productive" pathway resulting in an energy economy "dominated by renewables like solar and wind."
The world has a viable pathway to building a global energy sector with net-zero emissions in 2050, but it is narrow and requires an "unprecedented transformation" of how energy is produced, transported, and used globally. Those are the key findings in a report from the International ...
6 Things I Would Tell Myself Before Buying My First Home
May 18, 2021
Brittany Chaffee is writing about her experience buying her first home—ups, downs, and all.
To those thinking about buying their first home soon, or those in the middle of the process, read on for insights galore.
Chinese PV Industry Brief: Datang reveals results of 5 GW procurement tender
May 18, 2021
Longi is also planning to raise US$1.09 billion to support its plans to increase PV cell capacity, and Talesun has secured a solar module supply agreement from the United States.
Chinese property development company Datang Group has announced the results of a tender to procure 5 GW of solar panels and 5 GW of inverters. For the modules, the company listed eight successful bidders including Longi, Trina Solar, Jinko, Risen, Canadian Solar, Suntech, Das Solar, and CECEP Solar Energy. According to Datang, 30% of the PV panels will be monocrystalline PERC ...
Barry Jenkins Films the Gaze of His Ancestors
May 18, 2021
While he was filming the TV adaptation of Colson Whitehead's The Underground Railroad, director Barry Jenkins was also working on this piece, entitled The Gaze. It's a 50-minute, non-narrative video portrait of several of the show's actors dressed in their period clothes, wordlessly looking into the camera.
I don't remember when we began making the piece you see here. Which is not and should not be considered an episode of The Underground Railroad. It exists apart from that, outside it. Early in production, there was a moment where I looked across the set and what I saw settled me: ...
Barry Jenkins Films the Gaze of His Ancestors
May 18, 2021
While he was filming the TV adaptation of Colson Whitehead's The Underground Railroad, director Barry Jenkins was also working on this piece, entitled The Gaze. It's a 50-minute, non-narrative video portrait of several of the show's actors dressed in their period clothes, wordlessly looking into the camera.
I don't remember when we began making the piece you see here. Which is not and should not be considered an episode of The Underground Railroad. It exists apart from that, outside it. Early in production, there was a moment where I looked across the set and what I saw settled me: ...
PHV opens factory in Saudi Arabia
May 18, 2021
The new manufacturing facility will be operated by the newly created unit PV Hardware Middle East. It will produce trackers, mounting structures, and cleaning robots for the Saudi solar market.
From pv magazine Spain
Spanish solar tracker and mounting systems manufacturer PV Hardware (PVH) announced today it will open a manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia.
The factory will be owned and operated by a newly created Saudi unit called PV Hardware Middle Eastand will produce PV trackers, mounting structures, and robotic cleaning devices 'Made in KSA', in response to the rules for domestic content recently outlined by the ...
Second-life batteries turned into storage system with capacity of up to 1 MWh
May 18, 2021
Power ESS is a new storage system made from second-life lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles and has been proposed by Spanish manufacturer Beeplanet as a solution for the commercial and industrial, primary, and construction sectors.
From pv magazine Spain
Beeplanet Factory is a Spanish manufacturer of energy storage systems based on discarded electric vehicle batteries. Today it announced the launch of the storage system Power ESS, which is also manufactured from second-life lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and is claimed to be an ideal solution for the commercial and industrial, primary, and construction sectors and for being combined with ...
The Hydrogen Stream: Ørsted kicks off first project, ArcelorMittal moves towards blue hydrogen
May 18, 2021
A Greek consortium is also planning to invest €8 billion in the domestic production of hydrogen and the French city of Dijon is launching a €100 million euro green hydrogen project to reduce the CO2 emissions of the territory's public transport starting in 2023.
Green hydrogen will require significant investments and time for its price to go "well below $1/kg", and this is the main hurdle for its development in the steel sector despite its "potential", said David Clarke, the vice president of multinational steel manufacturer ArcelorMittal. "We can all imagine how hydrogen costs might evolve going forward, ...
South terminal goes 'cashless'
May 18, 2021
COMMUTERS bound for southern Cebu are now required to secure Quick Response (QR) coded tickets and tap cards before they can board a bus.
This after the Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT) unveiled its new centralized automated ticketing system.
Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia formally launched CSBT's new "cashless" and automated ticketing system in an activity held at the terminal on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
Garcia said they will now fully implement the new ticketing system after months of holding dry runs and consultations with commuters and bus operators at the CSBT.
The new ticketing system was designed by Topline ...
South terminal goes 'cashless'
May 18, 2021
COMMUTERS bound for southern Cebu are now required to secure Quick Response (QR) coded tickets and tap cards before they can board a bus.
This after the Cebu South Bus Terminal (CSBT) unveiled its new centralized automated ticketing system.
Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia formally launched CSBT's new "cashless" and automated ticketing system in an activity held at the terminal on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
Garcia said they will now fully implement the new ticketing system after months of holding dry runs and consultations with commuters and bus operators at the CSBT.
The new ticketing system was designed by Topline ...
52,000 Sinovac doses arrive for Central Visayas
May 18, 2021
THE Department of Health (DOH) 7 received a total of 52,800 additional doses of CoronaVac, the Covid-19 vaccine produced by Sinovac Biotech Ltd., on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
DOH 7 spokesperson Mary Jean Loreche said these will be allocated to the vaccination programs of local government units (LGUs) and will be distributed based on the masterlist submitted by the LGUs.
Central Visayas has now received a total of 449,010 doses of mixed Covid-19 vaccines since the region started its vaccination program in March.
Majority of the doses were from Sinovac (257,760) followed by AstraZeneca (162,000) and Pfizer-BioNtech (29,500).
Critical ...
Plumber, 20, jumps to his death from 19th floor
May 18, 2021
A 20-YEAR-OLD plumber died after jumping off a 19-floor building in Barangay Tejero, Cebu City on Tuesday morning, May 18, 2021.
Police identified him as Emilio Laraga Mapalo Jr., from San Francisco town, Camotes Islands, Cebu.
Police Maj. Edgar Labe, chief of the Waterfront Police Station in Cebu City, said the incident occurred at a condominium building in Tejero that is under construction.
Labe said that according to Noel Luchavez, one of the lead foremen at the site, fellow workers had noticed that Mapalo was standing near the ledge where he was working.
Luchavez told police they attempted to ...
52,000 Sinovac doses arrive for Central Visayas
May 18, 2021
THE Department of Health (DOH) 7 received a total of 52,800 additional doses of CoronaVac, the Covid-19 vaccine produced by Sinovac Biotech Ltd., on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
DOH 7 spokesperson Mary Jean Loreche said these will be allocated to the vaccination programs of local government units (LGUs) and will be distributed based on the masterlist submitted by the LGUs.
Central Visayas has now received a total of 449,010 doses of mixed Covid-19 vaccines since the region started its vaccination program in March.
Majority of the doses were from Sinovac (257,760) followed by AstraZeneca (162,000) and Pfizer-BioNtech (29,500).
Critical ...
Plumber, 20, jumps to his death from 19th floor
May 18, 2021
A 20-YEAR-OLD plumber died after jumping off a 19-floor building in Barangay Tejero, Cebu City on Tuesday morning, May 18, 2021.
Police identified him as Emilio Laraga Mapalo Jr., from San Francisco town, Camotes Islands, Cebu.
Police Maj. Edgar Labe, chief of the Waterfront Police Station in Cebu City, said the incident occurred at a condominium building in Tejero that is under construction.
Labe said that according to Noel Luchavez, one of the lead foremen at the site, fellow workers had noticed that Mapalo was standing near the ledge where he was working.
Luchavez told police they attempted to ...
Eastern Visayas gets 28,800 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
May 18, 2021
EASTERN Visayas received on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, a total of 18 boxes containing 28,800 doses of China-made Sinovac vaccines against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
The additional vaccines will be intended for the inoculation of the remaining eligible population for priority group A2 or senior citizens and for priority group A3 or adults with co-morbidities, according to the Department of Health (DOH)-Eastern Visayas.
"With the arrival of these additional doses of Sinovac vaccines, the Department of Health-Eastern Visayas Center for Health Development will continue to reinforce its vaccination program in the region," the health department said.
The vaccines will be ...
Eastern Visayas gets 28,800 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
May 18, 2021
EASTERN Visayas received on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, a total of 18 boxes containing 28,800 doses of China-made Sinovac vaccines against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
The additional vaccines will be intended for the inoculation of the remaining eligible population for priority group A2 or senior citizens and for priority group A3 or adults with co-morbidities, according to the Department of Health (DOH)-Eastern Visayas.
"With the arrival of these additional doses of Sinovac vaccines, the Department of Health-Eastern Visayas Center for Health Development will continue to reinforce its vaccination program in the region," the health department said.
The vaccines will be ...
Eastern Visayas gets 28,800 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
May 18, 2021
EASTERN Visayas received on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, a total of 18 boxes containing 28,800 doses of China-made Sinovac vaccines against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
The additional vaccines will be intended for the inoculation of the remaining eligible population for priority group A2 or senior citizens and for priority group A3 or adults with co-morbidities, according to the Department of Health (DOH)-Eastern Visayas.
"With the arrival of these additional doses of Sinovac vaccines, the Department of Health-Eastern Visayas Center for Health Development will continue to reinforce its vaccination program in the region," the health department said.
The vaccines will be ...
600 Leyte youths avail themselves of Tupad
May 18, 2021
SOME 600 youth beneficiaries from the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Tacloban City, Palo, and Alangalang in Leyte have availed themselves of the Tulong Panghanapbuhay Para sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers or Tupad program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Eastern Visayas.
"The DOLE never stops working in order to help our workers, including our youths, especially during this pandemic," said labor Assistant Secretary Victor Del Rosario during the payouts to the Tupad workers on Monday, May 17, 2021.
Each beneficiary received P3,250 as payment for their services rendered during the 10-day implementation of the Tupad program.
They ...
600 Leyte youths avail themselves of Tupad
May 18, 2021
SOME 600 youth beneficiaries from the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Tacloban City, Palo, and Alangalang in Leyte have availed themselves of the Tulong Panghanapbuhay Para sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers or Tupad program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Eastern Visayas.
"The DOLE never stops working in order to help our workers, including our youths, especially during this pandemic," said labor Assistant Secretary Victor Del Rosario during the payouts to the Tupad workers on Monday, May 17, 2021.
Each beneficiary received P3,250 as payment for their services rendered during the 10-day implementation of the Tupad program.
They ...
600 Leyte youths avail themselves of Tupad
May 18, 2021
SOME 600 youth beneficiaries from the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) of Tacloban City, Palo, and Alangalang in Leyte have availed themselves of the Tulong Panghanapbuhay Para sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers or Tupad program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in Eastern Visayas.
"The DOLE never stops working in order to help our workers, including our youths, especially during this pandemic," said labor Assistant Secretary Victor Del Rosario during the payouts to the Tupad workers on Monday, May 17, 2021.
Each beneficiary received P3,250 as payment for their services rendered during the 10-day implementation of the Tupad program.
They ...
Bzzzzz: Councilor to gay critic -- 'Labhan ka nako'g mga kiha. Tuk-on tika...' More rumored aspirants in Cebu City north race: Mary Ann de los Santos, Mimo Osmeña.
May 18, 2021
'Labhan og kiha'
WHAT WE WOULDN'T HAVE KNOWN hadn't links sent to Bzzzzz not been watched or read:
[1] A city councilor, a woman, on Facebook Live page: "Tuk-on gyud tika'ng bayota ka."
The person referred to, replying on his own FB-Live-page: "Siya (the councilor) 4'9"; ako 5'9". Ako siya'ng duklon una makatuok nako."
[2] The same councilor: "Labhan gyud nako siya'g mga kiha. My lawyer is preparing the cases."
The same gay person: "Ako sab siya'ng shampoo-han og mga kiha. I have a battery of lawyers."
More 'aspirants' for Congress
The names previously talked about as probable candidates ...
Bzzzzz: Councilor to gay critic -- 'Labhan ka nako'g mga kiha. Tuk-on tika...' More rumored aspirants in Cebu City north race: Mary Ann de los Santos, Mimo Osmeña.
May 18, 2021
'Labhan og kiha'
WHAT WE WOULDN'T HAVE KNOWN hadn't links sent to Bzzzzz not been watched or read:
[1] A city councilor, a woman, on Facebook Live page: "Tuk-on gyud tika'ng bayota ka."
The person referred to, replying on his own FB-Live-page: "Siya (the councilor) 4'9"; ako 5'9". Ako siya'ng duklon una makatuok nako."
[2] The same councilor: "Labhan gyud nako siya'g mga kiha. My lawyer is preparing the cases."
The same gay person: "Ako sab siya'ng shampoo-han og mga kiha. I have a battery of lawyers."
More 'aspirants' for Congress
The names previously talked about as probable candidates ...
Rehab of dilapidated road in Mandaue to take 4 months
May 18, 2021
THE once dilapidated J.O Martinez Road in Barangay Looc, Mandaue City will soon be concreted and installed with the drainage system after four months.
This after the Mandaue City government allocated P40 million to have the 400-meter J.O. Martinez Road fixed.
Lawyer John Eddu Ibañez, the executive secretary of Mayor Jonas Cortes, said motorists and residents nearby had been complaining about J.O. Martinez Street's condition.
It was muddy and swampy when rained come and dusty during dry days.
Trucks passing by the road aggravated the situation by leaving trails of mud.
Ibañez said the City couldn't implement improvements on ...
Lapu ROFs, OFWs urged to follow q-protocol
May 18, 2021
THE Lapu-Lapu City Health Office has urged returning overseas Filipinos (ROFs) and overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who arrive in the city to strictly observe the government's quarantine protocol.
They need to isolate themselves in their homes if they are already allowed to undergo home quarantine, and they must wait for health workers to swab them on the seventh day after arriving in the city.
This was the plea by Grace Mary Carungay, the city epidemiological and surveillance unit officer, after an incident that occurred last week—an ROF was no longer at his residence when the City Health Office personnel ...
Rehab of dilapidated road in Mandaue to take 4 months
May 18, 2021
THE once dilapidated J.O Martinez Road in Barangay Looc, Mandaue City will soon be concreted and installed with the drainage system after four months.
This after the Mandaue City government allocated P40 million to have the 400-meter J.O. Martinez Road fixed.
Lawyer John Eddu Ibañez, the executive secretary of Mayor Jonas Cortes, said motorists and residents nearby had been complaining about J.O. Martinez Street's condition.
It was muddy and swampy when rained come and dusty during dry days.
Trucks passing by the road aggravated the situation by leaving trails of mud.
Ibañez said the City couldn't implement improvements on ...
Lapu ROFs, OFWs urged to follow q-protocol
May 18, 2021
THE Lapu-Lapu City Health Office has urged returning overseas Filipinos (ROFs) and overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who arrive in the city to strictly observe the government's quarantine protocol.
They need to isolate themselves in their homes if they are already allowed to undergo home quarantine, and they must wait for health workers to swab them on the seventh day after arriving in the city.
This was the plea by Grace Mary Carungay, the city epidemiological and surveillance unit officer, after an incident that occurred last week—an ROF was no longer at his residence when the City Health Office personnel ...
36 Cebu City barangays report no transmission in 10 days
May 18, 2021
THIRTY-SIX barangays in Cebu City have not reported Covid-19 transmission in the past 10 days.
Also, the city has had 278 active cases from 44 barangays in the past 10 days, and 25 of these cases are from Barangay Guadalupe, according to the latest data provided by the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
The other barangays with the most number of active cases in the past 10 days include Lahug, 18; Camputhaw, 12; Mabolo, 12; Tisa, eight; and Banilad, eight.
The rest of the 38 barangays have seven or less than seven active cases in the past 10 days.
City ...
Comelec Cebu registers 300K-plus voters for 2022 elections
May 18, 2021
THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) Cebu said a total of 334,504 Cebuano voters have registered from August 2019 to May 15, 2021 for the May 9, 2022 national elections.
Cebu Provincial Election Supervisor Lionel Marco Castillano said the majority of these registrants are from the cities of Cebu and Mandaue.
He said a total of 152,340 voters have registered from Aug. 1 to Sept. 30, 2019; 31,378, from Jan. 20, 2020 to March 9, 2020; 150,786, September 2020 to May 15 of this year.
The majority of the registrants are women with 174,178. Men stand at 160,326.
Castillano said ...
36 Cebu City barangays report no transmission in 10 days
May 18, 2021
THIRTY-SIX barangays in Cebu City have not reported Covid-19 transmission in the past 10 days.
Also, the city has had 278 active cases from 44 barangays in the past 10 days, and 25 of these cases are from Barangay Guadalupe, according to the latest data provided by the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
The other barangays with the most number of active cases in the past 10 days include Lahug, 18; Camputhaw, 12; Mabolo, 12; Tisa, eight; and Banilad, eight.
The rest of the 38 barangays have seven or less than seven active cases in the past 10 days.
City ...
Comelec Cebu registers 300K-plus voters for 2022 elections
May 18, 2021
THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) Cebu said a total of 334,504 Cebuano voters have registered from August 2019 to May 15, 2021 for the May 9, 2022 national elections.
Cebu Provincial Election Supervisor Lionel Marco Castillano said the majority of these registrants are from the cities of Cebu and Mandaue.
He said a total of 152,340 voters have registered from Aug. 1 to Sept. 30, 2019; 31,378, from Jan. 20, 2020 to March 9, 2020; 150,786, September 2020 to May 15 of this year.
The majority of the registrants are women with 174,178. Men stand at 160,326.
Castillano said ...
2 found dead in separate incidents
May 18, 2021
AN OMAN national and a resident of Hinigaran were found murdered in two separate incidents Tuesday morning, May 18, 2021.
The Oman national, identified as Ahmed Haj, 34, of Regent Pearl Homes Subdivision, Barangay Alijis, Bacolod City, was found dead in a vacant lot on Palanca Street, Barangay 18.
Police Lieutenant Andy Ofalia, deputy chief of Police Station 2, said the lifeless body of the victim was found by a concerned citizen around 7:40 a.m.
His body was identified by the brother of his live-in partner.
The victim sustained gunshot wounds on his left chest and upper right portion ...
2 found dead in separate incidents
May 18, 2021
AN OMAN national and a resident of Hinigaran were found murdered in two separate incidents Tuesday morning, May 18, 2021.
The Oman national, identified as Ahmed Haj, 34, of Regent Pearl Homes Subdivision, Barangay Alijis, Bacolod City, was found dead in a vacant lot on Palanca Street, Barangay 18.
Police Lieutenant Andy Ofalia, deputy chief of Police Station 2, said the lifeless body of the victim was found by a concerned citizen around 7:40 a.m.
His body was identified by the brother of his live-in partner.
The victim sustained gunshot wounds on his left chest and upper right portion ...
Toboso locks down 32 households due to Covid-19
May 18, 2021
THE Municipal Government of Toboso has locked down at least 32 households due to Covid-19.
Toboso Mayor Richard Jaojoco said they imposed the lockdown around 5 p.m. Monday, May 17, and it will last until May 24.
He said they made the decision due to localized transmissions at Crossing Central Danao in the town's Barangay San Jose.
Contact tracing for close contacts is now being conducted and disinfection of the area will also be carried out.
"We saw," Jaojoco said. "Nag decide na lang kami nga i-lockdown ang area."
Jaojoco said that as of Monday, May 17, six residents ...
Toboso locks down 32 households due to Covid-19
May 18, 2021
THE Municipal Government of Toboso has locked down at least 32 households due to Covid-19.
Toboso Mayor Richard Jaojoco said they imposed the lockdown around 5 p.m. Monday, May 17, and it will last until May 24.
He said they made the decision due to localized transmissions at Crossing Central Danao in the town's Barangay San Jose.
Contact tracing for close contacts is now being conducted and disinfection of the area will also be carried out.
"We saw," Jaojoco said. "Nag decide na lang kami nga i-lockdown ang area."
Jaojoco said that as of Monday, May 17, six residents ...
Bacolod gets 3,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
May 18, 2021
AN ADDITIONAL 3,000 doses of Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine arrived in Bacolod City from the Department of Health (DOH) Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
Vice Mayor El Cid Familiaran, chairman of Bacolod City Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF), said the 3,000 doses were allocated by the National Government to Bacolod City.
He said these additional vaccines will be inoculated to 15,000 recipients, which include healthcare workers (A1), senior citizens (A2), and persons with comorbidities (A3), which are eligible priority groups who have yet to receive Covid-19 vaccine jabs.
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) records showed that as of Monday, May 17, a total ...
Bacolod gets 3,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine
May 18, 2021
AN ADDITIONAL 3,000 doses of Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine arrived in Bacolod City from the Department of Health (DOH) Tuesday, May 18, 2021.
Vice Mayor El Cid Familiaran, chairman of Bacolod City Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF), said the 3,000 doses were allocated by the National Government to Bacolod City.
He said these additional vaccines will be inoculated to 15,000 recipients, which include healthcare workers (A1), senior citizens (A2), and persons with comorbidities (A3), which are eligible priority groups who have yet to receive Covid-19 vaccine jabs.
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) records showed that as of Monday, May 17, a total ...
MMA pound-for-pound rankings: No easy road for Charles Oliveira, but he has made it
May 18, 2021
Oliveira faced adversity on Saturday but, in his 28th UFC fight, became a champion. Now has a spot in the ESPN rankings.
MMA pound-for-pound rankings: No easy road for Charles Oliveira, but he has made it
May 18, 2021
Oliveira faced adversity on Saturday but, in his 28th UFC fight, became a champion. Now has a spot in the ESPN rankings.
Capitol union backs mass vaccination
May 18, 2021
THE Progressive Alliance of Capitol Employees (Pace) is supporting the mass vaccination of employees of the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental set on May 20.
In a statement, Renelo Lastierre, Pace president, said Tuesday, May 18, 202, that the union appreciates the concern of Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson to the workforce of the Provincial Government.
"The employees of this province are not exempted from the effect of this pandemic. Hence, protecting the workers who serve this province shall be primordial to the continuous delivery of public services," Lastierre said.
Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz said Monday, May 17, that the ...
Capitol union backs mass vaccination
May 18, 2021
THE Progressive Alliance of Capitol Employees (Pace) is supporting the mass vaccination of employees of the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental set on May 20.
In a statement, Renelo Lastierre, Pace president, said Tuesday, May 18, 202, that the union appreciates the concern of Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson to the workforce of the Provincial Government.
"The employees of this province are not exempted from the effect of this pandemic. Hence, protecting the workers who serve this province shall be primordial to the continuous delivery of public services," Lastierre said.
Provincial Administrator Rayfrando Diaz said Monday, May 17, that the ...
Over P40,000 shabu seized in Barangay Mansilingan
May 18, 2021
AN ESTIMATED P47, 600 worth of shabu or methamphetamine hydrochloride was seized in a drug bust by operatives of Police Station 7 in Purok Kabugwason, Barangay Mansilingan, Bacolod City Monday evening, May 17, 2021.
The operation also led to the arrest of Marciano Martinez, 37, and Jake Ybon Bantilan, 28, both residents of Barangay Mansilingan.
Police Captain Elmer Bonilla, chief of Police Station 7, said Tuesday, May 18, that the suspects were arrested after they sold a sachet of shabu to a police undercover at 7:05 p.m.
Police recovered from the suspects three sachets of shabu weighing seven grams, ...
Over P40,000 shabu seized in Barangay Mansilingan
May 18, 2021
AN ESTIMATED P47, 600 worth of shabu or methamphetamine hydrochloride was seized in a drug bust by operatives of Police Station 7 in Purok Kabugwason, Barangay Mansilingan, Bacolod City Monday evening, May 17, 2021.
The operation also led to the arrest of Marciano Martinez, 37, and Jake Ybon Bantilan, 28, both residents of Barangay Mansilingan.
Police Captain Elmer Bonilla, chief of Police Station 7, said Tuesday, May 18, that the suspects were arrested after they sold a sachet of shabu to a police undercover at 7:05 p.m.
Police recovered from the suspects three sachets of shabu weighing seven grams, ...
'Bakwit School 7' told: Don't celebrate too early
May 18, 2021
NATIONAL Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) Undersecretary Lorraine Marie Badoy said the "Bakwit School 7," whose criminal charges were dismissed, must not "celebrate" yet.
Badoy said in a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, May 18, 2021, that they will assist the Lumad parents, whose children were reportedly kidnapped and brought to the retreat house of the Societas Verbi Divini Philippines Southern Province, University of San Carlos-Talamban campus in Cebu City, to file a motion for reconsideration.
The NTF-Elcac official said the dismissal of the case is only a "first round," but they will exhaust all ...
'Bakwit School 7' told: Don't celebrate too early
May 18, 2021
NATIONAL Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) Undersecretary Lorraine Marie Badoy said the "Bakwit School 7," whose criminal charges were dismissed, must not "celebrate" yet.
Badoy said in a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, May 18, 2021, that they will assist the Lumad parents, whose children were reportedly kidnapped and brought to the retreat house of the Societas Verbi Divini Philippines Southern Province, University of San Carlos-Talamban campus in Cebu City, to file a motion for reconsideration.
The NTF-Elcac official said the dismissal of the case is only a "first round," but they will exhaust all ...
Most seniors lack info on vaccination program
May 18, 2021
DAVAO City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio said several senior citizens in the city are still not aware how they can register for the Covid-19 vaccination program.
"Ang kadaghanan nga feedback is wala sila nakabalo unsa ila'ng buhaton. Not really nga dili sila gusto magpabakuna but wala sila kabalo kung asa sila magpalista, asa sila padulong, unsa ang ilahang sign-up nga ginatawag, pagpalista nga gitawag (Most feedback I received is that most seniors don't know how to register. Not that they do not want to be vaccinated, but they don't know where they could enlist themselves)," Duterte-Carpio said in an interview ...
Most seniors lack info on vaccination program
May 18, 2021
DAVAO City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio said several senior citizens in the city are still not aware how they can register for the Covid-19 vaccination program.
"Ang kadaghanan nga feedback is wala sila nakabalo unsa ila'ng buhaton. Not really nga dili sila gusto magpabakuna but wala sila kabalo kung asa sila magpalista, asa sila padulong, unsa ang ilahang sign-up nga ginatawag, pagpalista nga gitawag (Most feedback I received is that most seniors don't know how to register. Not that they do not want to be vaccinated, but they don't know where they could enlist themselves)," Duterte-Carpio said in an interview ...
Duterte's ex-wife gets Covid-19 vaccine
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte's former wife, Elizabeth Zimmerman, received her first shot of the Covid-19 vaccine on Monday, May 17, 2021.
This was confirmed by Zimmerman's daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio, in a radio interview on the same day.
Zimmerman, 73, was among the senior citizens vaccinated with the Chinese vaccine Sinovac's CoronaVac at the Matina Aplaya Elementary School in Barangay Matina Aplaya, the mayor said.
Duterte-Carpio said her mother was supposed to be vaccinated on Friday, May 14, but was rescheduled due to the Tropical Storm "Crising."
She said her mother had recurred fears over the weekend, but ...
Duterte's ex-wife gets Covid-19 vaccine
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte's former wife, Elizabeth Zimmerman, received her first shot of the Covid-19 vaccine on Monday, May 17, 2021.
This was confirmed by Zimmerman's daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio, in a radio interview on the same day.
Zimmerman, 73, was among the senior citizens vaccinated with the Chinese vaccine Sinovac's CoronaVac at the Matina Aplaya Elementary School in Barangay Matina Aplaya, the mayor said.
Duterte-Carpio said her mother was supposed to be vaccinated on Friday, May 14, but was rescheduled due to the Tropical Storm "Crising."
She said her mother had recurred fears over the weekend, but ...
Crocodile Park now open as swabbing center
May 18, 2021
SECOND and third generation (F2 and F3) contacts who will be notified to undergo mandatory Covid-19 testing via the Safe Davao QR (DQR) Code can now be swabbed in either of the two areas: Davao Crocodile Park and Sta. Ana Health Center.
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio said in a radio interview on Monday, May 17, that the City Government will continue using the Crocodile Park area as a swabbing site for its heightened surveillance on Covid-19 cases until November 17, 2021.
This, as the City Government received positive response from the private sector for utilizing the Crocodile Park ...
Crocodile Park now open as swabbing center
May 18, 2021
SECOND and third generation (F2 and F3) contacts who will be notified to undergo mandatory Covid-19 testing via the Safe Davao QR (DQR) Code can now be swabbed in either of the two areas: Davao Crocodile Park and Sta. Ana Health Center.
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio said in a radio interview on Monday, May 17, that the City Government will continue using the Crocodile Park area as a swabbing site for its heightened surveillance on Covid-19 cases until November 17, 2021.
This, as the City Government received positive response from the private sector for utilizing the Crocodile Park ...
Velez: Who's to blame that we lost Miss Universe?
May 18, 2021
THERE are around 72 million Facebook users in the Philippines; that's almost everyone in the Philippines, and so there are 72 million or so reactions and instant "expert" analysis to why we didn't win the Miss Universe crown.
Why is the color of Rabiya Mateo's gown and swimsuit yellow? Yellow is the color of the sun, the sun that nurtured the land. Yellow is also the color that the Duterte supporters hate. Wear that and that is your death sentence. But wait, is Duterte or the DDS the judges here? Oh, he's the best president in the Universe. So ...
Velez: Who's to blame that we lost Miss Universe?
May 18, 2021
THERE are around 72 million Facebook users in the Philippines; that's almost everyone in the Philippines, and so there are 72 million or so reactions and instant "expert" analysis to why we didn't win the Miss Universe crown.
Why is the color of Rabiya Mateo's gown and swimsuit yellow? Yellow is the color of the sun, the sun that nurtured the land. Yellow is also the color that the Duterte supporters hate. Wear that and that is your death sentence. But wait, is Duterte or the DDS the judges here? Oh, he's the best president in the Universe. So ...
Oro mayor will not implement barangay exit pass
May 18, 2021
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May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropActive Covid-19 cases in Cagayan de Oro now at 954
May 18, 2021
THE number of active coronavirus disease (Covid-19) cases in Cagayan de Oro has reached 954.
As of 10 p.m. Monday, May 17, the City Health Office recorded 85 new cases, 34 of which are local cases with link, six are local authorized persons outside residence (Apors), 44 are local index cases, and one death.
This brought the cumulative Covid-19 case count to 5,998.
According to Acting City Health Officer Dr. Lorraine Nery, of the 5,998 total Covid-19 cases in the city, 438 were under the returning overseas Filipinos/locally stranded individuals (ROFs/LSIs) category and 5,560 cases were local transmissions.
The ...
Active Covid-19 cases in Cagayan de Oro now at 954
May 18, 2021
THE number of active coronavirus disease (Covid-19) cases in Cagayan de Oro has reached 954.
As of 10 p.m. Monday, May 17, the City Health Office recorded 85 new cases, 34 of which are local cases with link, six are local authorized persons outside residence (Apors), 44 are local index cases, and one death.
This brought the cumulative Covid-19 case count to 5,998.
According to Acting City Health Officer Dr. Lorraine Nery, of the 5,998 total Covid-19 cases in the city, 438 were under the returning overseas Filipinos/locally stranded individuals (ROFs/LSIs) category and 5,560 cases were local transmissions.
The ...
Mi-ambak gikan 19th floor, tipi
May 18, 2021
Patay ang usa plumber human mi-ambak sa ika-19 nga andana sa padayong gitukod nga condominium building nga nahimutang sa 13th Avenue, Bbarangay Tejero, Cebu City niadtong Mayo 18 sa buntag.
Ang namatay gi-ila nga si Emilio Laraga Mapalo Jr. alyas Jun-Jun, 20 nga taga-San Franciso isla sa Camotes, Lalawigan sa Sugbo kinsa kawani sa sa Trade Constructor company.
Sigun sa nakasaksi nga si Noel Luchavez 46, nga taga-lungsod sa Compostela nga maoy leadman sa Trade
Constructor nga samtang nagtrabaho na sila sa ibabaw nagambo sa ubos si Mapalo.
Gibadlong pa kini sa iyang mga kauban nga dili magpadaplin kay ...
Automated ticketing gipatuman sa CSBT
May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropMobile vaccination site imontar sa Lapu-Lapu
May 18, 2021
Ang Philippine Red Cross sa Lapu-Lapu Cordova chapter andam mohatag og mobile bus nga vaccination site alang sa nagpadayong pagpamakuna sa kagamhanan batok sa coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).
Kagahapon, Mayo 18, 2021, ang Red Cross sa pakigtambayayong sa Ultimate Bus UB Express mibisita sa City Health Office aron magpa-accredit kalabot sa ilang gamitong bus alang sa pagpamakuna.
Matod ni Cyril Dwight Alegado sa Red Cross Lapu-Lapu Cordova chapter nga mahinungdanon ang ilang gitanyag sa kagamhanan sanglit makatabang sila sa paghatag og kasayon niadtong magpabakuna.
Ang kagamhanan ra ang mohatag nila og bakuna ug sila lang ang mopahigayon niini sa ...
Sports activities sa kalungsoran ipabalik
May 18, 2021
Tungod nagpabilin gihapon sa modified general community quarantine (MGCQ) ang tibuok Lalawigan sa Sugbo, gihangyo sa Hunta Probinsyal nga ibalik na ang sports activities sa mga kalungsoran ubos sa pagsunod sa minimum health standards.
Si Bokal John Ismael Borgonia niduso og resolusyon atol sa sesyon sa Hunta Probinsiyal nga naghangyo sa Regional Inter-Agency Task force (RIATF) nga ibalik na sa sports activities sa kalungsoran.
Pahayag ni Borgonia, mao na lang kini ang naghatag og lingaw o recreational activity alang sa mga batan-on nga kapin sa usa ka tuig na nga gilimitahan ang paggawas sa panimalay gumikan sa pandemiya.
"Ang ...
New Cebuano Army chief hailed
May 18, 2021
CEBU Rep. Eduardo Gullas has welcomed President Rodrigo Duterte's designation of Maj. Gen. Andres Centino, a Cebuano, as the 63rd Commanding General of the 103,000-strong Philippine Army.
"Cebu is proud of General Centino's leadership and hard work. We wish him and our men and women in the Army every success," Gullas said.
Centino was raised in Cebu by his father, a military lawyer, and his mother, a teacher and probation officer, according to Gullas.
Centino graduated from the University of the Philippines College Cebu High School. He started his career as a soldier when he entered the Philippine Military ...
New Cebuano Army chief hailed
May 18, 2021
CEBU Rep. Eduardo Gullas has welcomed President Rodrigo Duterte's designation of Maj. Gen. Andres Centino, a Cebuano, as the 63rd Commanding General of the 103,000-strong Philippine Army.
"Cebu is proud of General Centino's leadership and hard work. We wish him and our men and women in the Army every success," Gullas said.
Centino was raised in Cebu by his father, a military lawyer, and his mother, a teacher and probation officer, according to Gullas.
Centino graduated from the University of the Philippines College Cebu High School. He started his career as a soldier when he entered the Philippine Military ...
Tacloban mayor assures sufficient supply of Covid-19 vaccines
May 18, 2021
THE City Government of Tacloban has assured its residents of the sufficient supply of vaccines against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
"I don't want to lose the focus. Vaccination is important," said Mayor Alfred Romualdez, as the city sped up the vaccination rollout in the city.
As of May 7, 2021, a total of 4,800 residents belonging to priority categories A1 (health workers), A2 (senior citizens) and A3 (persons with comorbidities) have been vaccinated with both Sinovac and AstraZeneca vaccines, according to the City Information Office (CIO).
On Tuesday, May 18, another vaccination activity was held in the city, catering to ...
Tacloban mayor assures sufficient supply of Covid-19 vaccines
May 18, 2021
THE City Government of Tacloban has assured its residents of the sufficient supply of vaccines against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
"I don't want to lose the focus. Vaccination is important," said Mayor Alfred Romualdez, as the city sped up the vaccination rollout in the city.
As of May 7, 2021, a total of 4,800 residents belonging to priority categories A1 (health workers), A2 (senior citizens) and A3 (persons with comorbidities) have been vaccinated with both Sinovac and AstraZeneca vaccines, according to the City Information Office (CIO).
On Tuesday, May 18, another vaccination activity was held in the city, catering to ...
Tacloban mayor assures sufficient supply of Covid-19 vaccines
May 18, 2021
THE City Government of Tacloban has assured its residents of the sufficient supply of vaccines against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
"I don't want to lose the focus. Vaccination is important," said Mayor Alfred Romualdez, as the city sped up the vaccination rollout in the city.
As of May 7, 2021, a total of 4,800 residents belonging to priority categories A1 (health workers), A2 (senior citizens) and A3 (persons with comorbidities) have been vaccinated with both Sinovac and AstraZeneca vaccines, according to the City Information Office (CIO).
On Tuesday, May 18, another vaccination activity was held in the city, catering to ...
Mac Tallo to play for Bicol Volcanoes in MPBL
May 18, 2021
CEBUANO basketball star Macmac Tallo will be playing for the Bicol Volcanoes in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) Mumbaki Cup later this year.
The former two-time Cesafi MVP, who is currently playing for Manila Chooks TM in the FIBA 3x3 pro circuit, said his relationship with head coach Aldin Ayo played a huge role into this decision. Tallo previously played for Bacolod and Manila in the Lakan Cup.
"Si coach (Aldin) din kasi ang mag dadala sa Bicol. Ang iniiwasan ko kasi is if maglalaro ako sa ibang team na not under coach Aldin baka mahihirapan ako mag ...
Mac Tallo to play for Bicol Volcanoes in MPBL
May 18, 2021
CEBUANO basketball star Macmac Tallo will be playing for the Bicol Volcanoes in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) Mumbaki Cup later this year.
The former two-time Cesafi MVP, who is currently playing for Manila Chooks TM in the FIBA 3x3 pro circuit, said his relationship with head coach Aldin Ayo played a huge role into this decision. Tallo previously played for Bacolod and Manila in the Lakan Cup.
"Si coach (Aldin) din kasi ang mag dadala sa Bicol. Ang iniiwasan ko kasi is if maglalaro ako sa ibang team na not under coach Aldin baka mahihirapan ako mag ...
Basil: Rabiya Mateo nanghagad og tagay
May 18, 2021
Manila--Duha ka adlaw na human ang Miss Universe 2020 diin ang pambato sa Pilipinas nga si Rabiya Mateo wa mahiapil sa top 10 (hangtod sa 21 ra siya) pero maingay pa gihapon ang mga Pinoy sa social media, ang uban nakadawat na sa kapildihan ni Rabiya apan ang uban naman wa pa jud makadawat sa kamatuoran.
Well, kinsa ba jud ang magdahom nga di masud sa top 10 si Rabiya nga tanang hugna sa kumpetesiyon, nagpakita man siya nga competititive siya ug may purohan jud siyang modaug.
Matod nila, daghang palpak ang Miss U karon from the main hosts ...
16 ka asawa, 151 ka anak pun-an pa
May 18, 2021
Bisan sa gatusan ka mga anak ug 16 ka mga asawa, plano gihapon niining usa ka lolo didto sa Zimbabwe nga pun-an iyang mga asawa og anak.
Upat sa 16 ka mga asawa niining 66 anyos nga si Misheck Nyandoro, beterano sa gubat, ang iyang kanunay idug matag gabie. Ganahan pa sab siya nga isip parte sa 38 anyos nga "polygamy project" niini.
Sumala sa taho gikan sa The Herald, nga ang bugtong trabaho lang ni Nyandoro mao ang "paglipay sa iyang mga asawa" nga maoy moluto, molimpyo ug mosilbi kaniya.
Ang amahan sa 151 ka mga anak nagplanong ...
36 ka barangay wa nay aktibong kaso
May 18, 2021
Nisaka na ngadto sa 36 gikan sa 80 ka barangay sa Dakbayan sa Sugbo ang wa nay pagpanakod sa coronavirus disease (Covid)-19 sa nakalabay nga 10 ka mga adlaw.
Base sa uwahing data gikan sa Emergency Operations Center (EOC), 278 na lang ka aktibong kaso sa Covid-19 ang giatiman sa mga health care worker sa Cebu City gikan sa 44 ka barangays, 25 niini gikan sa Guadalupe.
Ang nagsunod nga barangay mao ang Lahug nga adunay 18, Camputhaw ug Mabolo adunay tag 12 nga maoy top 4 barangays nga adunay tag 2-digit nga kaso.
Ang ikalima mao ang Tisa ...
Babayeng 'pusher' sa Talisay dakpan
May 18, 2021
Nasikop sa kapulisan ang usa ka giingong notadong drug pusher sa buy-bust sa Sitio Tambis, Brgy. Pooc, Dakbayan sa Talisay sa Mayo 17, 2021.
Ang suspek giilang si Lorna Reponte Zabalande, 41, taga Purok Narra, Brgy. Tuyan, Dakbayan sa Naga.
Matod sa kapulisan nga dugay na nga gipanid-an si Zabalande, kinsa usa ka high value individual.
Nakuha gikan kang Zabalande ang 25.3 ka gramo sa shabu nga mobalor og P172,040.
Si Police Lieutenant Colonel Gerald Ace Pelare, hepe sa Talisay Police Station, nagkanayon nga ang pagdakop kang Zebalande mensahi alang sa mga nalambigit sa ginadiling drugas aron muhunong na ...
Multicab misungag sa bus; 2 naangol
May 18, 2021
Angol ang drayber sa multicab ug pasahero human mi-counter flow hinungdan nga naigo sa bus sa may national highway sa Sitio Katugasan, Brgy. Perrelos, Dakbayan sa Carcar pasado alas 2 sa Martes sa hapon, Mayo 18, 2021.
Ang drayber sa multicab giilang si Alexis, Cardosa, 61, minyo, tagaLungsod sa Malabuyoc, Cebu. Si Cardosa nakaangkon og bali sa tiil gikan sa impact sa bangga diin nalumping ang atubangan sa multicab.
Samtang ang iyang sakay nga si Daniel Sosada, taga Brgy. Magsico, Lungsod sa San Fernando, nakaangkon usab og samad sa ulo nga gikinahanglan nga tahion.
Matod ni Police Corporal Dennis ...
Basil: Rabiya Mateo nanghagad og tagay
May 18, 2021
Manila--Duha ka adlaw na human ang Miss Universe 2020 diin ang pambato sa Pilipinas nga si Rabiya Mateo wa mahiapil sa top 10 (hangtod sa 21 ra siya) pero maingay pa gihapon ang mga Pinoy sa social media, ang uban nakadawat na sa kapildihan ni Rabiya apan ang uban naman wa pa jud makadawat sa kamatuoran.
Well, kinsa ba jud ang magdahom nga di masud sa top 10 si Rabiya nga tanang hugna sa kumpetesiyon, nagpakita man siya nga competititive siya ug may purohan jud siyang modaug.
Matod nila, daghang palpak ang Miss U karon from the main hosts ...
16 ka asawa, 151 ka anak pun-an pa
May 18, 2021
Bisan sa gatusan ka mga anak ug 16 ka mga asawa, plano gihapon niining usa ka lolo didto sa Zimbabwe nga pun-an iyang mga asawa og anak.
Upat sa 16 ka mga asawa niining 66 anyos nga si Misheck Nyandoro, beterano sa gubat, ang iyang kanunay idug matag gabie. Ganahan pa sab siya nga isip parte sa 38 anyos nga "polygamy project" niini.
Sumala sa taho gikan sa The Herald, nga ang bugtong trabaho lang ni Nyandoro mao ang "paglipay sa iyang mga asawa" nga maoy moluto, molimpyo ug mosilbi kaniya.
Ang amahan sa 151 ka mga anak nagplanong ...
Editoryal: Kahimsog sa pangutok
May 18, 2021
Ang mental health o kahimsog sa pangutok importante kaayo. Apan wala hatagi og igong gibug-aton sa regular nga medikal nga konsultasyon ug programa ang kagamhanan. Ang problema sa pangutok lisod usahay mabibaw-an human pipila ka kaso sama sa normal nga tawo. Pwera kon buang na gyud.
Nahisgotan nato kini tungod sa pagtumaw og balik sa taho bahin sa "chop-chop lady" nga nailhan na sa pamilya pinaagi sa DNA test sa nakaplagang nakatag nga parte sa lawas niini sa mga dakbayan sa Sugbo ug Mandaue sa 2020. Ning bag-o lang, nagtukma ang resulta sa test nga nasubay sa iya ni ...
Lonzon: 5 ka mag-uuma gipatay sa NPA
May 18, 2021
Gipahibawo ni PBrig. Gen. Ronnie Montejo, hepe sa Police Regional Office (PRO7) nga ang New People's Army (NPA) maoy responsabli sa kamatayon sa lima ka mga mag-uuma sa Negros Oriental.
Iyang gibasihan kay mibalik na sa sabakan sa balaod ang kanhi mga sakop sa NPA maong gisumbalik sa ilang mga kauban. Nahitabo ang krimen sa bukiran sa Guihulngan City, Negros Oriental, atubangan mismo sa ilang mga sakop sa pamilya.
NAGPASALAMAT
Angayan sab nga pasalamatan ni Cebu City Mayor Edgardo Labella si Atty. Gus Go tuingod sa padayon pagbakuna sa mga molupyo sa siyudad.
Usa si Go sa mga negusyante ...
Vet office-issued IDs seen to boost anti-ASF drive
May 18, 2021
IN A bid to further intensify its African Swine Fever (ASF) monitoring and surveillance effort, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Occidental had issued identification cards (IDs) to 15,000 registered swine raisers in the province.
This was done in collaboration with Univet Nutrition and Animal Health Care Company (Unahco).
Provincial Veterinarian Renante Decena said aside from profiling all existing swine raisers in the province, these IDs are intended to uphold the commitment of cardholders to help protect the local swine industry.
Decena said this is by reporting to the Provincial ASF Task Force hotline or to the nearest ...
CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine set to open
May 18, 2021
THE Cebu Normal University-Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center (CNU-VSMMC) College of Medicine is thankful to the Commission on Higher Education (Ched) for finding merit in its cause of training competent and compassionate doctors who can lead and serve towards providing better healthcare for every Filipino especially those in the rural areas of Central Visayas.
Through the approval of the Ched Commission En Banc on May 11, 2021, the CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine is set to open in the first semester of school year 2021-2022.
The college thanked the different government agencies and public officials for helping its opening to ...
Hinashasan Writing Workshop to hold senior high edition
May 18, 2021
THE University of San Carlos Department of Communications, Linguistics and Literature is now accepting submissions for the 2021 Hinashasan Creative Writing Workshop: Senior High Edition, that will be held online from June 16 to 18, 2021.
This workshop aims to provide senior high and incoming first-year college students from the Visayas and Mindanao a venue to have their literary works critiqued, as well as acquaint them with writers and critics from the Cebuano literary scene.
Slots shall be reserved exclusively for senior high or incoming first-year college students currently enrolled or planning to enroll in schools in the aforementioned ...
Editorial: Little bosses and press freedom
May 18, 2021
Get the names of those who blocked and intimidated Rappler Cebu correspondent Lorraine Ecarma who was on coverage of the supposed release of the Bakwit 7 at the Central Visayas police headquarters in Cebu City on May 14, 2021. Call them out. These are lawbreakers roaming in the premises of a law enforcement agency. Sideshow barkers have no place where laws exist.
Ecarma was the lone reporter who was waylaid from the pack of journalists who were supposedly covering the release of Lumad teacher and activist Chad Booc, who was arrested along with seven others at the University of ...
CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine set to open
May 18, 2021
THE Cebu Normal University-Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center (CNU-VSMMC) College of Medicine is thankful to the Commission on Higher Education (Ched) for finding merit in its cause of training competent and compassionate doctors who can lead and serve towards providing better healthcare for every Filipino especially those in the rural areas of Central Visayas.
Through the approval of the Ched Commission En Banc on May 11, 2021, the CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine is set to open in the first semester of school year 2021-2022.
The college thanked the different government agencies and public officials for helping its opening to ...
Hinashasan Writing Workshop to hold senior high edition
May 18, 2021
THE University of San Carlos Department of Communications, Linguistics and Literature is now accepting submissions for the 2021 Hinashasan Creative Writing Workshop: Senior High Edition, that will be held online from June 16 to 18, 2021.
This workshop aims to provide senior high and incoming first-year college students from the Visayas and Mindanao a venue to have their literary works critiqued, as well as acquaint them with writers and critics from the Cebuano literary scene.
Slots shall be reserved exclusively for senior high or incoming first-year college students currently enrolled or planning to enroll in schools in the aforementioned ...
Vet office-issued IDs seen to boost anti-ASF drive
May 18, 2021
IN A bid to further intensify its African Swine Fever (ASF) monitoring and surveillance effort, the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) of Negros Occidental had issued identification cards (IDs) to 15,000 registered swine raisers in the province.
This was done in collaboration with Univet Nutrition and Animal Health Care Company (Unahco).
Provincial Veterinarian Renante Decena said aside from profiling all existing swine raisers in the province, these IDs are intended to uphold the commitment of cardholders to help protect the local swine industry.
Decena said this is by reporting to the Provincial ASF Task Force hotline or to the nearest ...
Editorial: Little bosses and press freedom
May 18, 2021
Get the names of those who blocked and intimidated Rappler Cebu correspondent Lorraine Ecarma who was on coverage of the supposed release of the Bakwit 7 at the Central Visayas police headquarters in Cebu City on May 14, 2021. Call them out. These are lawbreakers roaming in the premises of a law enforcement agency. Sideshow barkers have no place where laws exist.
Ecarma was the lone reporter who was waylaid from the pack of journalists who were supposedly covering the release of Lumad teacher and activist Chad Booc, who was arrested along with seven others at the University of ...
Noceco power rate down in May
May 18, 2021
THE Negros Occidental Electric Cooperative (Noceco) has announced a drop of P0.2922 per kilowatt (kWh) in its residential power rate for May 2021.
From P10.2921 per kWh in April, its prevailing rate went down to P9.9999 per kWh.
The power distribution utility caters to electric consumers in the southern part of Negros Occidental, from Pulupandan to Hinoba-an.
Jonas Discaya, general manager of Noceco, said the main driver of the lower electricity rates this month is the P0.1264 per kWh reduction in the generation charge.
The generation cost moved from P5.5143 kWh to Php 5.3879 per kWh.
The lower generation ...
Noceco power rate down in May
May 18, 2021
THE Negros Occidental Electric Cooperative (Noceco) has announced a drop of P0.2922 per kilowatt (kWh) in its residential power rate for May 2021.
From P10.2921 per kWh in April, its prevailing rate went down to P9.9999 per kWh.
The power distribution utility caters to electric consumers in the southern part of Negros Occidental, from Pulupandan to Hinoba-an.
Jonas Discaya, general manager of Noceco, said the main driver of the lower electricity rates this month is the P0.1264 per kWh reduction in the generation charge.
The generation cost moved from P5.5143 kWh to Php 5.3879 per kWh.
The lower generation ...
Mixlada presents 'Pinta Pandemya'
May 18, 2021
TWENTY-EIGHT artists in the cities of Bacolod, Sagay, Escalante and Cadiz collaborate to launch the "Pinta Pademya," an art show that depicted the various situations influenced by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The event runs on May 17-31 at the Event Cente of the Ayala Malls Capitol Central in Bacolod City.
Sugar Cuenca-Tonogbanua, one of the organizers, said the Pinta Pandemya features artworks created by the artists during the quarantine and lockdown period.
"The pandemic has a significant impact in our lives as artists, citing the anxiety and health consciousness that brought us fear to be exposed to the virus from ...
Paramount Property Ventures gains ISO certification for quality management system
May 18, 2021
PARAMOUNT Property Ventures Inc. (PPVI), Cebu's preferred community lifestyle developer, recently gained International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certification 9001-2015 for quality management system.
The certification is further proof that PPVI is bent on leveling up its management system over its growing lifestyle communities to the best global standards.
PPVI president Abelardo Cañedo Jr. said the ISO 9001-2015 certification will certainly be an edge for the company over and above the rest in the community developer sector.
"The certification is central in enabling our company to meet its quality systems and improvement of our service delivery that will provide the ...
Mixlada presents 'Pinta Pandemya'
May 18, 2021
TWENTY-EIGHT artists in the cities of Bacolod, Sagay, Escalante and Cadiz collaborate to launch the "Pinta Pademya," an art show that depicted the various situations influenced by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The event runs on May 17-31 at the Event Cente of the Ayala Malls Capitol Central in Bacolod City.
Sugar Cuenca-Tonogbanua, one of the organizers, said the Pinta Pandemya features artworks created by the artists during the quarantine and lockdown period.
"The pandemic has a significant impact in our lives as artists, citing the anxiety and health consciousness that brought us fear to be exposed to the virus from ...
Papa Joe: LDR
May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropShortcut sa pagbuwag
May 18, 2021
Dear Atty. Joan,
Ako si Boy, 35. Niadtong Disyembre 2018, nagbuwag nami sa akong asawa. Duna mi duha ka anak nga nagpangedaron og 18 anyos ug 15 anyos. Kasado kami sa huwes niadtong tuig 2003.
Niuli na ko sa among probinsiya human kami nga nagbuwag. Padayon ko nga naghatag og sustento alang sa akong mga bata.
Gusto na unta ko musulod og laing relasyon apan dunay nagtambag nako nga dili kini mahimo kay basin mapasakahan ko og kaso.
Hinuon, nagkasinabot mi sa akong asawa nga dili lang mi maghilabtanay sa mga lakaw sa among mga kinabuhi. Gani interesado ako ...
Diputado: 'Might is right'
May 18, 2021
Sa estudyante pa ako sa College of Law, usa sa akong nakat-onan ang gitawag sa international law og "might is right."
Ug kinsay kusgan, maoy husto.
Makita kini karon sa isyu sa West Philippine Sea (WPS).
Tungod kay gamhanan ang China, dali ra niini ang pagpatuman sa iyang gusto mahitabo.
Kon di ka mapasabot sa baba lang, aduna kini kamot nga andam mopasabot sa laing paagi.
Unsay mahimo sa atong nasod kon gusto nato angkonon ang lugar sa WPS?
Pasabton nato ang China. Kon dili mosabot, aduna ba kitay kumo nga maoy mopasabot sa China?
Buot ipasabot, wala kitay ...
Papa Joe: LDR
May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropMga bata ubos sa pag-atiman sa DSWD FO 7
May 18, 2021
Ang Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VII, Cebu City nangayo og tabang sa publiko sa pagpangita sa mga ginikanan ug kaparyentihan sa duha ka mga bata.
1. Batang lalake nga gitagaan og pangalan nga Joshua C. Cabuguas nga gibanabana nga pito ka adlaw sa dihang gibilin sa usa ka babaye nga wala nailhan niadtong Disyembre 14, 2005 sa alas 2:00 sa hapon ngadto kang Sonia Cabuguas sa ilang panimalay sa St. Anthony Village, Highway 77 sa Barangay Talamban, Cebu City. Ang bata karon kay 15 anyos na.
2. Batang lalake nga gipanganlan og Zian Repolidon, ...
Shortcut sa pagbuwag
May 18, 2021
Dear Atty. Joan,
Ako si Boy, 35. Niadtong Disyembre 2018, nagbuwag nami sa akong asawa. Duna mi duha ka anak nga nagpangedaron og 18 anyos ug 15 anyos. Kasado kami sa huwes niadtong tuig 2003.
Niuli na ko sa among probinsiya human kami nga nagbuwag. Padayon ko nga naghatag og sustento alang sa akong mga bata.
Gusto na unta ko musulod og laing relasyon apan dunay nagtambag nako nga dili kini mahimo kay basin mapasakahan ko og kaso.
Hinuon, nagkasinabot mi sa akong asawa nga dili lang mi maghilabtanay sa mga lakaw sa among mga kinabuhi. Gani interesado ako ...
'Gamay apan sakit'
May 18, 2021
"Gamay apan sakit. Salto sab kaayo."
Kini maoy sagad mahulagway ngadto ni Gileant Delator, ang pointguard sa KCS Computer Specialists-Mandaue City, ang unang kampiyon sa bag-ong natukod nga Pilipinas VisMin Super Cup Visayas leg.
Sa gitas-on nga 5-5 nga may pagkanipis apan bingkol ang lawas, si Delator maoy perming masentro sa atraksiyon sa matag duwa hilabi na sa dagkong mga lega.
Sa bag-ong natapos nga VisMin Cup, ang bag-ong professional basketball league sa nasod nga gipahigayon sa Civic Center sa lungsod sa Alcantara, Cebu, ang 26-anyos nga kanhi sakop sa Sangguniang Kabataan sa Barangay Pondol, lungsod sa Balamban, nakapamatuod ...
Almacen miatak sa South Africa
May 18, 2021
Malisod nga tahas ang sagubangon ni kanhi World Boxing Council (WBC) Silver minimumweight champion Jonathan "Pretty Boy" Almacen sa iyang pagpakigbatok sa kanhi world champion Hekkie "The Hexecutioner" Budler karong Mayo 22, 2021 alang sa bakanteng WBC silver lightfly title sa Booyens Gym sa South Africa.
Si Almacen uban sa iyang trainer nga si kanhi world champion Joma Gamboa Sr. atoa na sa South Africa karon alang sa maong away.
"Maglisod ta og daog kon moabot gyud og round. Kinahanglan gyud ma-knockout nato ang kontra," matod ni Gamboa atol sa online interview sa Superbalita.
Gawas nga nakapabor sa lugar, ...
Curry maoy ma-MVP: James
May 18, 2021
Alang kang Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, ang pambatong pointguard sa Golden State Warriors nga si Stephen Curry maoy angayan nga mahimong MVP sa 2020-21 season sa National Basketball Association (NBA).
Gitumbok ni James ang nahimo ni Curry sa puwersa sa Warriors maoy iyang gibasihan sa pagbuhi niya ning iyang opinyon.
Nakimpang og maayo ang puwersa sa Warriors human mibiya si All-Star Kevin Durant sa ilang kiliran ug mitapon sa Brooklyn Nets unya naangol ang pares ni Curry sa Splash Brothers nga si Klay Thompson.
Batan-ong mga magduduwa ang kadaghanan nga naglangkob sa Warriors apan taliwala ning tanan, ...
NBA play-in sugdan na
May 18, 2021
Sugdan na karong adlawa, Mayo 19, 2021 (RP time), ang bag-ong format nga gisunod sa National Basketball Association (NBA) nga mao ang play-in tournament.
Ning higayuna, ang No. 7 hangtod ngadto sa No. 10 teams sa Eastern Conference mao ang magkombati.
Karong alas 6:30 sa buntag, ang No. 9 Indiana Pacers (34-38) mo-host batok sa No. 10 Charlotte Hornets (33-39) unya mosunod ang engkuwentro sa No. 7 Boston Celtics (36-36) batok No. 8 Washington Wizards (34-38) sa alas 9:00 sa buntag.
Ang modaog tali sa Celtics ug Wizards moabante sa playoffs isip No. 7 team sa Eastern Conference samtang ...
Nalzaro: New US CDC's guidelines not adaptable here
May 18, 2021
AS THE coronavirus (Covid-19) levelled up by splitting into several variants and as vaccine manufacturers and scientists continue to conduct more research to improve the efficacy of their products, health officials and agencies are also updating their guidelines to Covid response which sometimes create confusion among the public.
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) clears up any public confusion following its announcement last weekend that vaccinated Americans can go maskless. "Anyone who is fully vaccinated can participate in indoor and outdoor activities large or small, without wearing mask or physical distancing," said CDC Director Rochelle ...
Lapu to provide free Covid jabs to over 100K ecozone workers
May 18, 2021
THE Lapu-Lapu City Government has pledged to provide free Covid-19 vaccines to more than 100,000 employees in the three economic zones in the city, a top official of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) said.
According to Peza Director General Charito Plaza, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard "Ahong" Chan promised to provide the vaccines for the economic and essential workers under priority group A4 during the inauguration of the Mactan Economic Zone (MEZ) Admin Building on Monday, May 17,
2021.
"(The vaccines) are for all the workers in the three ecozones under Lapu-Lapu City including Peza employees. The locators are ...
Nalzaro: New US CDC's guidelines not adaptable here
May 18, 2021
AS THE coronavirus (Covid-19) levelled up by splitting into several variants and as vaccine manufacturers and scientists continue to conduct more research to improve the efficacy of their products, health officials and agencies are also updating their guidelines to Covid response which sometimes create confusion among the public.
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) clears up any public confusion following its announcement last weekend that vaccinated Americans can go maskless. "Anyone who is fully vaccinated can participate in indoor and outdoor activities large or small, without wearing mask or physical distancing," said CDC Director Rochelle ...
Lapu to provide free Covid jabs to over 100K ecozone workers
May 18, 2021
THE Lapu-Lapu City Government has pledged to provide free Covid-19 vaccines to more than 100,000 employees in the three economic zones in the city, a top official of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) said.
According to Peza Director General Charito Plaza, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard "Ahong" Chan promised to provide the vaccines for the economic and essential workers under priority group A4 during the inauguration of the Mactan Economic Zone (MEZ) Admin Building on Monday, May 17,
2021.
"(The vaccines) are for all the workers in the three ecozones under Lapu-Lapu City including Peza employees. The locators are ...
Philippines abandons double-digit growth goal in Duterte's final year
May 18, 2021
The last full-year growth under President Duterte is targeted to settle at 6-7% in 2021, slightly slower than the 6.5-7.5% seen last December.
Astronaut Roundtable
May 18, 2021
Astronaut roundtable featuring unfiltered and down-to-Earth perspectives on what it feels like to go into space — emotions and all.
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Hofileña: Final confrontation and victory (Third of Three Parts)
May 18, 2021
THE final confrontation of the historic Negrense uprising against Spain was not marked by prolonged conflict in this victorious battle of the Negrenses against Spain. In this conflict, we highlighted the Negrense rejection of the oppressive Spanish colonial system. We pointed out that the Negrenses rose due to their firm belief in the political values of good government and confronting the oppressive Spanish activities which violated their sense of human dignity and justice. Together with these beliefs, we also noted the widespread educational opportunities in Europe and the opening of international trade in 1855. We also highlighted the Negrense ...
Hofileña: Final confrontation and victory (Third of Three Parts)
May 18, 2021
THE final confrontation of the historic Negrense uprising against Spain was not marked by prolonged conflict in this victorious battle of the Negrenses against Spain. In this conflict, we highlighted the Negrense rejection of the oppressive Spanish colonial system. We pointed out that the Negrenses rose due to their firm belief in the political values of good government and confronting the oppressive Spanish activities which violated their sense of human dignity and justice. Together with these beliefs, we also noted the widespread educational opportunities in Europe and the opening of international trade in 1855. We also highlighted the Negrense ...
EXPLAINER: How worrying is the variant first seen in India?
May 18, 2021
LONDON -- For the first time in months, people across England are meeting indoors at pubs, restaurants, cinemas, gyms and elsewhere as coronavirus rules were relaxed this week.
But Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned Britons to be cautious and some of the scientists advising him say restrictions might need to be reimposed quickly because of a worrying variant first detected in India.
Here's a look at what we know and don't know about the variant:
What is this variant?
The Covid-19 variant first identified in India has been classified as a "variant of concern" by Britain and the World ...
EXPLAINER: How worrying is the variant first seen in India?
May 18, 2021
LONDON -- For the first time in months, people across England are meeting indoors at pubs, restaurants, cinemas, gyms and elsewhere as coronavirus rules were relaxed this week.
But Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned Britons to be cautious and some of the scientists advising him say restrictions might need to be reimposed quickly because of a worrying variant first detected in India.
Here's a look at what we know and don't know about the variant:
What is this variant?
The Covid-19 variant first identified in India has been classified as a "variant of concern" by Britain and the World ...
Zambo Norte village youths empowered as government partner
May 18, 2021
THE Community Support Program (CSP) team of the 97th Infantry Battalion (IB) and Zamboanga del Norte Provincial Mobile Force Company has launched an outreach activity to empower the youths as partner of the government.
Lieutenant Colonel Manaros Boransing, 97th IB commander, said the CSP team conducted information drive to the youth in Nuevavista village, Sergio Osmeña, Zamboanga del Norte.
Boransing said 12 youth of Nuevavista village joined the information drive dubbed as "Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo (KKDAT)," which was initiated by the CSP team together with Maria Roselle Simingit, the youth president in the village.
Boransing said the ...
4 nabbed, P146,000 shabu seized in anti-drug stings
May 18, 2021
FOUR persons were arrested, while some P146,480 worth of illegal drugs were seized in separate anti-drug operations in Zamboanga City and in the province of Zamboanga del Sur, the police reported Tuesday, May 18.
Police Major Shellamie Chang, Police Regional Office-Zamboanga Peninsula information officer, identified the arrested suspects as Rommel Apolinario, 39; Keempee Agustin, 29; Marvie Gutierez, 30; and Ruby Redoblado, 31.
Chang said Apolinario was arrested around 6 p.m. Monday, May 17, in Purok 7 in Tugbungan village, Zamboanga City.
Recovered from Apolinario were 20.8 grams of shabu with an estimated worth of P141,440, a motorcycle, and P200 ...
4 nabbed, P146,000 shabu seized in anti-drug stings
May 18, 2021
FOUR persons were arrested, while some P146,480 worth of illegal drugs were seized in separate anti-drug operations in Zamboanga City and in the province of Zamboanga del Sur, the police reported Tuesday, May 18.
Police Major Shellamie Chang, Police Regional Office-Zamboanga Peninsula information officer, identified the arrested suspects as Rommel Apolinario, 39; Keempee Agustin, 29; Marvie Gutierez, 30; and Ruby Redoblado, 31.
Chang said Apolinario was arrested around 6 p.m. Monday, May 17, in Purok 7 in Tugbungan village, Zamboanga City.
Recovered from Apolinario were 20.8 grams of shabu with an estimated worth of P141,440, a motorcycle, and P200 ...
Zambo Norte village youths empowered as government partner
May 18, 2021
THE Community Support Program (CSP) team of the 97th Infantry Battalion (IB) and Zamboanga del Norte Provincial Mobile Force Company has launched an outreach activity to empower the youths as partner of the government.
Lieutenant Colonel Manaros Boransing, 97th IB commander, said the CSP team conducted information drive to the youth in Nuevavista village, Sergio Osmeña, Zamboanga del Norte.
Boransing said 12 youth of Nuevavista village joined the information drive dubbed as "Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo (KKDAT)," which was initiated by the CSP team together with Maria Roselle Simingit, the youth president in the village.
Boransing said the ...
Steel plant asks government to repair drainage systems
May 18, 2021
A STEEL factory in San Simon, Pampanga called on the attention of concerned government agencies to help in the repair of drainage systems along Quezon Road ahead of the rainy season.
Real Steel Corporation (RSC) has reached out to the barangay council of San Isidro, local and provincial government, Department of the Interior and Local Government, and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for the immediate repair of the waterways to prevent possible flooding come the rainy season.
In a letter sent to government agencies, RSC noted the alleged defective drainages in front of First Balfour Company and ...
Steel plant asks government to repair drainage systems
May 18, 2021
A STEEL factory in San Simon, Pampanga called on the attention of concerned government agencies to help in the repair of drainage systems along Quezon Road ahead of the rainy season.
Real Steel Corporation (RSC) has reached out to the barangay council of San Isidro, local and provincial government, Department of the Interior and Local Government, and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for the immediate repair of the waterways to prevent possible flooding come the rainy season.
In a letter sent to government agencies, RSC noted the alleged defective drainages in front of First Balfour Company and ...
The Medical City Clark launches therapy center
May 18, 2021
IN LINE with its holistic approach to healthcare, The Medical City (TMC) Clark recently launched a therapy center called Center for Integrative Medicine at the Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC).
The center, headed by Dr. Jessica Cueto De Leon, aims to provide a unique health service that complements conventional practices that contribute to the patient's overall well-being.
TMC Clark ASC Medical Director Dr. Jose Ranilo Paule said they are also launching a new line of health services that offer a unique alternative to non-traditional, non-conventional services -- the concept of integrative medicine.
"The newly constructed Center will serve as a ...
The Medical City Clark launches therapy center
May 18, 2021
IN LINE with its holistic approach to healthcare, The Medical City (TMC) Clark recently launched a therapy center called Center for Integrative Medicine at the Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC).
The center, headed by Dr. Jessica Cueto De Leon, aims to provide a unique health service that complements conventional practices that contribute to the patient's overall well-being.
TMC Clark ASC Medical Director Dr. Jose Ranilo Paule said they are also launching a new line of health services that offer a unique alternative to non-traditional, non-conventional services -- the concept of integrative medicine.
"The newly constructed Center will serve as a ...
Pinoys' alien parents need visa, exemption docs to enter PH
May 18, 2021
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) clarified that parents of Filipinos who are foreign nationals need to secure a visa and entry exemption document before travelling to the Philippines.
BI Commissioner Jaime Morente said foreign parents of Filipino citizens are not covered by the Balikbayan privilege.
He said they have to apply for an entry visa from the Philippine posts abroad.
Morente said they are likewise required to present an entry exemption document, which may be issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) or the National Task Force Against Covid-19 if they wish to come to the country.
Morente ...
Pinoys' alien parents need visa, exemption docs to enter PH
May 18, 2021
THE Bureau of Immigration (BI) clarified that parents of Filipinos who are foreign nationals need to secure a visa and entry exemption document before travelling to the Philippines.
BI Commissioner Jaime Morente said foreign parents of Filipino citizens are not covered by the Balikbayan privilege.
He said they have to apply for an entry visa from the Philippine posts abroad.
Morente said they are likewise required to present an entry exemption document, which may be issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) or the National Task Force Against Covid-19 if they wish to come to the country.
Morente ...
SM Olongapo Central opens first indoor dog park
May 18, 2021
SM CITY Olongapo Central recently opened "Paw Park," the first indoor dog park featuring 10 obstacle courses for pets.
The indoor dog park agility obstacles include a frame, dog walk ramp, seesaw, weave poles, tube tunnel, adjustable dog hurdle, wall jump, adjustable tire jump, and pause table.
Pet lovers can use the dog park for free after filling out an online registration form. Dog park etiquette and safety rules are posted at the Paw Park entrance for everyone's guidance and protection.
Present during the launching of Paw Park at SM City Olongapo Central were Olongapo City Vice Mayor Jong ...
SM Olongapo Central opens first indoor dog park
May 18, 2021
SM CITY Olongapo Central recently opened "Paw Park," the first indoor dog park featuring 10 obstacle courses for pets.
The indoor dog park agility obstacles include a frame, dog walk ramp, seesaw, weave poles, tube tunnel, adjustable dog hurdle, wall jump, adjustable tire jump, and pause table.
Pet lovers can use the dog park for free after filling out an online registration form. Dog park etiquette and safety rules are posted at the Paw Park entrance for everyone's guidance and protection.
Present during the launching of Paw Park at SM City Olongapo Central were Olongapo City Vice Mayor Jong ...
NLEX Connector construction reaches Manila
May 18, 2021
CONSTRUCTION along the first five-kilometer section of the NLEX Connector, between Caloocan and España Interchanges, is in full swing and has now reached Abad Santos Street and Blumentritt in Manila.
In his latest progress inspection along with NLEX officials, Public Works Secretary Mark Villar said the project is now 35 percent complete.
"We are working together with NLEX to expedite the right-of-way delivery within the properties of the Philippine National Railways (PNR). Bored piling works and concrete casting of columns have started in the Manila area from Solis all the way to Dimasalang," Villar said.
"The NLEX Connector is ...
NLEX Connector construction reaches Manila
May 18, 2021
CONSTRUCTION along the first five-kilometer section of the NLEX Connector, between Caloocan and España Interchanges, is in full swing and has now reached Abad Santos Street and Blumentritt in Manila.
In his latest progress inspection along with NLEX officials, Public Works Secretary Mark Villar said the project is now 35 percent complete.
"We are working together with NLEX to expedite the right-of-way delivery within the properties of the Philippine National Railways (PNR). Bored piling works and concrete casting of columns have started in the Manila area from Solis all the way to Dimasalang," Villar said.
"The NLEX Connector is ...
14 arrested in San Fernando for various violations
May 18, 2021
FOURTEEN personalities were arrested by local authorities in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga during separate operations launched on Saturday, May 15.
According Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Visayas Director Brigadier General Valeriano De Leon, five persons were nabbed for their alleged involvement in illegal drugs, eight for violating quarantine protocols and the other one who is allegedly responsible for a motornapping incident.
De Leon said the drug suspects yielded 21 small sachets of methampethamine hydrochloride (shabu) weighing six grams and with estimated street value of P40,800.
Meanwhile, five unregistered motorcycles and three motorcycles with kolong-kolong were also recovered from ...
14 arrested in San Fernando for various violations
May 18, 2021
FOURTEEN personalities were arrested by local authorities in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga during separate operations launched on Saturday, May 15.
According Police Regional Office (PRO)-Central Visayas Director Brigadier General Valeriano De Leon, five persons were nabbed for their alleged involvement in illegal drugs, eight for violating quarantine protocols and the other one who is allegedly responsible for a motornapping incident.
De Leon said the drug suspects yielded 21 small sachets of methampethamine hydrochloride (shabu) weighing six grams and with estimated street value of P40,800.
Meanwhile, five unregistered motorcycles and three motorcycles with kolong-kolong were also recovered from ...
Midori supports CDC's call for responsible waste disposal in Clark
May 18, 2021
THE Midori Hotel and Casino recently donated 96 sets of trash bins to Clark Development Corporation (CDC) in response to the state-owned corporation's call for responsible waste disposal in the Clark Freeport.
According to CDC, these sets of trash bins will be placed in various parts of the zone, particularly in areas frequented by the public.
Each set includes color-coded garbage bins to promote proper waste segregation -- green for food waste, yellow for paper, and red for plastic and cans.
CDC hopes that this will encourage the residents, guests, and stakeholders of the Freeport to practice proper waste ...
Midori supports CDC's call for responsible waste disposal in Clark
May 18, 2021
THE Midori Hotel and Casino recently donated 96 sets of trash bins to Clark Development Corporation (CDC) in response to the state-owned corporation's call for responsible waste disposal in the Clark Freeport.
According to CDC, these sets of trash bins will be placed in various parts of the zone, particularly in areas frequented by the public.
Each set includes color-coded garbage bins to promote proper waste segregation -- green for food waste, yellow for paper, and red for plastic and cans.
CDC hopes that this will encourage the residents, guests, and stakeholders of the Freeport to practice proper waste ...
Nueva Ecija promotes Palayan City tourism
May 18, 2021
TO RECOVER from the effects of Covid-19 pandemic, the Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija, in cooperation with SM Supermalls, is now promoting tourism of its capital, Palayan City.
Tourism, local products and advance emergency response equipment were displayed on the first Town of the Month Exhibit at SM Megacenter, which will run from May 17 to 31.
Carolyn Licup, assistant mall manager of SM Megacenter, said their mall is the top choice of the locals during this time of pandemic as one-stop-shop destination to buy everything they need at home.
She said the exhibit is another way to bring ...
Nueva Ecija promotes Palayan City tourism
May 18, 2021
TO RECOVER from the effects of Covid-19 pandemic, the Provincial Government of Nueva Ecija, in cooperation with SM Supermalls, is now promoting tourism of its capital, Palayan City.
Tourism, local products and advance emergency response equipment were displayed on the first Town of the Month Exhibit at SM Megacenter, which will run from May 17 to 31.
Carolyn Licup, assistant mall manager of SM Megacenter, said their mall is the top choice of the locals during this time of pandemic as one-stop-shop destination to buy everything they need at home.
She said the exhibit is another way to bring ...
Cervantes: Jesus: 'Do not hoard earthly things, little ones; this is not the time'
May 18, 2021
YOU are what you make of yourself; be happy; life is short. These are some of the modern philosophies many have been wont to preach to each other via social media. And the coronavirus added more: wash hands, wear masks, distance socially, get vaccinated.
Objective in the case of the pandemic prescriptions: to go back to the "normal" sans the pandemic prescriptions. Substratum as always: to live happily ever, live life to the hilt. Except that since Adam and Eve's original sin, suffering has always been partly the lot of humankind. And in these times of pandemic, more and ...
Cervantes: Jesus: 'Do not hoard earthly things, little ones; this is not the time'
May 18, 2021
YOU are what you make of yourself; be happy; life is short. These are some of the modern philosophies many have been wont to preach to each other via social media. And the coronavirus added more: wash hands, wear masks, distance socially, get vaccinated.
Objective in the case of the pandemic prescriptions: to go back to the "normal" sans the pandemic prescriptions. Substratum as always: to live happily ever, live life to the hilt. Except that since Adam and Eve's original sin, suffering has always been partly the lot of humankind. And in these times of pandemic, more and ...
Tulabut: Pandemic gains
May 18, 2021
GLOBAL pandemic notwithstanding, some business gains are being achieved.
Especially for corporate giants such as those in the telco industry. Gloom might be a misnomer for them.
The first quarter of 2021 was bright for PLDT, Inc. as it posted a core income of P7.5 billion which is said to be a nine percent increase from the year-ago level of P6.88 billion.
Its consolidated revenues also climbed 9.80 percent to P47.92 billion from the P43.65 billion reported in the same period a year ago. Service revenues rose 9.28 percent to P45.68 billion from P41.80 billion previously, with data/broadband services ...
Garcia: Ay, rugo! (Oh, pity!)
May 18, 2021
ALA kung akakit sangkan bang sabyan ku iti,
e ku agyung lambat magdilidili;
Ing napung delanan, sibsub na ku
lusuk ing penandaman ku - mesugat ku!
Ala kung akit masalese pipaynawan,
lakwas kung gagawan, saring kasakitan;
dening king isip ku, susubsub da ku
binang lalalam da ing sugat ku
- mangaplas ku!
-- Murang Sugat, Miguel Serrano, 2001
"Metung a munag, at king pangamulagat ku
e ku man apansin, malambat na ku palang metudtud;
Ing bengi milabas, dapot bakit ngening abak,
nukarin ya ing aldo?
Metung a abak, at bigla kung mipalingat
susulagpo ya ing isip ku, nung nu ...
Garcia: Ay, rugo! (Oh, pity!)
May 18, 2021
ALA kung akakit sangkan bang sabyan ku iti,
e ku agyung lambat magdilidili;
Ing napung delanan, sibsub na ku
lusuk ing penandaman ku - mesugat ku!
Ala kung akit masalese pipaynawan,
lakwas kung gagawan, saring kasakitan;
dening king isip ku, susubsub da ku
binang lalalam da ing sugat ku
- mangaplas ku!
-- Murang Sugat, Miguel Serrano, 2001
"Metung a munag, at king pangamulagat ku
e ku man apansin, malambat na ku palang metudtud;
Ing bengi milabas, dapot bakit ngening abak,
nukarin ya ing aldo?
Metung a abak, at bigla kung mipalingat
susulagpo ya ing isip ku, nung nu ...
Tulabut: Pandemic gains
May 18, 2021
GLOBAL pandemic notwithstanding, some business gains are being achieved.
Especially for corporate giants such as those in the telco industry. Gloom might be a misnomer for them.
The first quarter of 2021 was bright for PLDT, Inc. as it posted a core income of P7.5 billion which is said to be a nine percent increase from the year-ago level of P6.88 billion.
Its consolidated revenues also climbed 9.80 percent to P47.92 billion from the P43.65 billion reported in the same period a year ago. Service revenues rose 9.28 percent to P45.68 billion from P41.80 billion previously, with data/broadband services ...
Limpag: On the fence with Cebu sports
May 18, 2021
To be honest, during the first lockdown last year, I thought it would be over after a couple of months at most and we'd be back to normal. At that time, China was going into its sixth week of lockdown and I assumed that surely, we couldn't possibly do worse than the source of the virus.
Well, as they say in the movies, "assume makes an ass of you and me."
Since then, the whole country has been under quarantine, be it modified, enhanced or general or modified with enhancements.
Sports has taken a backseat, though some leisure non-contact ...
DA chief: Reverse lackluster growth in agriculture thru more investments
May 18, 2021
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) has urged both the public and private sectors to invest in agriculture to support the country's food systems amid the pandemic.
Agriculture Secretary William Dar during the opening of the National Food Security Summit on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 described the current situation as a "decisive moment for Philippine agriculture."
"A pandemic with devastating impact on global health continues to ravage economies and societies, threatening to put more people into extreme poverty, and many more into chronic hunger and malnutrition," he said.
In addition, Dar said unsustainable agri-food systems put pressure on dwindling land ...
WEF cancels annual meeting amid pandemic
May 18, 2021
THE World Economic Forum organizers say they have decided to cancel their annual gathering — usually held in Davos, Switzerland each year — this year amid concerns related to the Covid-19 pandemic.
After multiple attempts to find a proper date and venue, most recently settling on hopes to hold it in Singapore in August, the forum's organizers said in a statement Monday, May 17, 2021, that it won't go ahead with the meeting, largely citing the impact of the coronavirus.
"Regretfully, the tragic circumstances unfolding across geographies, an uncertain travel outlook, differing speeds of vaccination rollout and the uncertainty ...
SSS clarifies definition of earnings declared for contributions of self-employed members
May 18, 2021
The Social Security System (SSS) has recently issued Circular 2021-005 to clarify the meaning and coverage of earnings declared of self-employed members in accordance with the implementation and intent of Section 19-A of the Social Security Act of 2018, otherwise known as Republic Act 11199.
Earnings declared shall mean the monthly compensation of self-employed members. On the other hand, monthly compensation is the actual remuneration for employment, including the mandated cost-of-living allowance and the cash value of any remuneration paid in any medium other than cash, except that part of remuneration received during the month in excess of the ...
GMCAC preserves P4.5B cash in next 3 years
May 18, 2021
MEGAWIDE Construction Corp.'s airport subsidiary GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corp. (GMCAC) has cleared the runway for full recovery with the recent completion of the financial rebalancing program agreed with its lenders, which involves the relaxation of original debt servicing and covenant commitments.
Practically in the next three years, GMCAC will be able to preserve P4.5 billion in cash, initially earmarked for principal debt servicing, and utilize it for its operations while regular travel remains contained due to the coronavirus scare. In turn, this will be amortized throughout the life of the loan, with bulk payments scheduled towards 2027 to ...
Limpag: On the fence with Cebu sports
May 18, 2021
To be honest, during the first lockdown last year, I thought it would be over after a couple of months at most and we'd be back to normal. At that time, China was going into its sixth week of lockdown and I assumed that surely, we couldn't possibly do worse than the source of the virus.
Well, as they say in the movies, "assume makes an ass of you and me."
Since then, the whole country has been under quarantine, be it modified, enhanced or general or modified with enhancements.
Sports has taken a backseat, though some leisure non-contact ...
DA chief: Reverse lackluster growth in agriculture thru more investments
May 18, 2021
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) has urged both the public and private sectors to invest in agriculture to support the country's food systems amid the pandemic.
Agriculture Secretary William Dar during the opening of the National Food Security Summit on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 described the current situation as a "decisive moment for Philippine agriculture."
"A pandemic with devastating impact on global health continues to ravage economies and societies, threatening to put more people into extreme poverty, and many more into chronic hunger and malnutrition," he said.
In addition, Dar said unsustainable agri-food systems put pressure on dwindling land ...
WEF cancels annual meeting amid pandemic
May 18, 2021
THE World Economic Forum organizers say they have decided to cancel their annual gathering — usually held in Davos, Switzerland each year — this year amid concerns related to the Covid-19 pandemic.
After multiple attempts to find a proper date and venue, most recently settling on hopes to hold it in Singapore in August, the forum's organizers said in a statement Monday, May 17, 2021, that it won't go ahead with the meeting, largely citing the impact of the coronavirus.
"Regretfully, the tragic circumstances unfolding across geographies, an uncertain travel outlook, differing speeds of vaccination rollout and the uncertainty ...
SSS clarifies definition of earnings declared for contributions of self-employed members
May 18, 2021
The Social Security System (SSS) has recently issued Circular 2021-005 to clarify the meaning and coverage of earnings declared of self-employed members in accordance with the implementation and intent of Section 19-A of the Social Security Act of 2018, otherwise known as Republic Act 11199.
Earnings declared shall mean the monthly compensation of self-employed members. On the other hand, monthly compensation is the actual remuneration for employment, including the mandated cost-of-living allowance and the cash value of any remuneration paid in any medium other than cash, except that part of remuneration received during the month in excess of the ...
GMCAC preserves P4.5B cash in next 3 years
May 18, 2021
MEGAWIDE Construction Corp.'s airport subsidiary GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corp. (GMCAC) has cleared the runway for full recovery with the recent completion of the financial rebalancing program agreed with its lenders, which involves the relaxation of original debt servicing and covenant commitments.
Practically in the next three years, GMCAC will be able to preserve P4.5 billion in cash, initially earmarked for principal debt servicing, and utilize it for its operations while regular travel remains contained due to the coronavirus scare. In turn, this will be amortized throughout the life of the loan, with bulk payments scheduled towards 2027 to ...
Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
May 18, 2021
ARIANA Grande is a newlywed.
A representative for the singer confirmed that she recently married real estate agent Dalton Gomez.
Grande's rep told People that they tied the knot in a small and intimate wedding, where less than 20 people attended. It wasn't clear when the wedding took place.
"The room was so happy and full of love. The couple and both families couldn't be happier," the rep told People.
Grande, 27, and Gomez, 25, announced their engagement in December. They began dating in January 2020 and quarantined together during the pandemic. Grande is currently on the
pop charts ...
Canoy out to make a statement in Africa
May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropZamboanga embraces underdog role vs. veteran Seo
May 18, 2021
FILIPINA MMA fighter Denice Zamboanga embraces her underdog status and hopes to score another huge upset in her road to a world title shot in the ONE Championship.
"I know that she is the toughest opponent of my career so far. Because of that, I'm not going easy on her. I will make sure I am the toughest opponent she will have ever faced in her career, too," said Zamboanga.
Zamboanga faces experienced former UFC fighter Seo Hee Ham in the first round of the ONE Women's Atomweight Grand Prix in the all-women ONE: "Empower" show on May 28 ...
Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
May 18, 2021
ARIANA Grande is a newlywed.
A representative for the singer confirmed that she recently married real estate agent Dalton Gomez.
Grande's rep told People that they tied the knot in a small and intimate wedding, where less than 20 people attended. It wasn't clear when the wedding took place.
"The room was so happy and full of love. The couple and both families couldn't be happier," the rep told People.
Grande, 27, and Gomez, 25, announced their engagement in December. They began dating in January 2020 and quarantined together during the pandemic. Grande is currently on the
pop charts ...
Wood and glass kitchen making a comeback
May 18, 2021
Penny Chanco
Contributor
The laidback, wood and glass kitchen is publicly returning to the limelight.
"All through jiffies of crisis, people return to natural materials," said architect Ned Carlos, who has made his name with a profuse use of hardwood, much of it sourced in Negros Oriental, where his studio's kitchen projects are located.
Indeed, after a year in which most of us have spent more time than ever in our home kitchens, the drift has turned to materials that feel bucolic, rough-hewn, and forcefully soothing.
"We try to use as much wood as clients will let us," said ...
Well-loved mentors
May 18, 2021
The teaching profession is considered a vocation because it takes dedication, determination and total devotion to do the job. Imparting and sharing knowledge with others is not an easy task. Three beloved mentors talk about their journey as educators.
Dr. Milagros Castillo Espina, Ph. D., has been a teacher for almost six decades. It was in 1964 when she first taught at the high school department of Colegio de San Jose-Recoletos. As the school progressed and became a university, she rose up the ladder and in time became the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences of the ...
Canoy out to make a statement in Africa
May 18, 2021
Liquid error: undefined local variable or method `previous' for PostDrop:PostDropZamboanga embraces underdog role vs. veteran Seo
May 18, 2021
FILIPINA MMA fighter Denice Zamboanga embraces her underdog status and hopes to score another huge upset in her road to a world title shot in the ONE Championship.
"I know that she is the toughest opponent of my career so far. Because of that, I'm not going easy on her. I will make sure I am the toughest opponent she will have ever faced in her career, too," said Zamboanga.
Zamboanga faces experienced former UFC fighter Seo Hee Ham in the first round of the ONE Women's Atomweight Grand Prix in the all-women ONE: "Empower" show on May 28 ...
Makig-sex bugti sa shabu
May 18, 2021
USA ka aktibong pulis nga taga Davao City ang nasikop sa usa ka operasyon nga gikasa sa awtoridad pinangunahan sa Talomo Police Station.
Ang suspek giila sa Davao City Police Office (DCPO) nga usa ka police corporal, 36 anyos, gikonsiderang Top 5 sa Regional Level sa PNP/PDEA Drug Watchlist.
Subay sa spot report nga gipagula sa DCPO, naka-assign kini sa 1105th Manuever Company sa Kapatagan, Davao del Sur, ug nagpuyo sa Matina, Davao City.
Sa imbestigasyon, alas 10:40 sa buntag niadtong Mayo 16, gihimo ang buy-bust operation sa Room 502, sa Oh George Drive Inn, Ecoland, Davao City.
Nakuha ...
Lungsod sa Talitay 2 giilang mayor
May 18, 2021
COTABATO CITY -- Giingong nalibog ang katawhan sa Talitay, Maguindanao kon kinsay ilang sundon gumikan sa pagbaton og duha ka mga mayor.
Alang sa Bangsamoro Region, ang legal nga mayor mao si Vice Mayor Moner Sabal apan sa kagamhanang probinsiyal sa Maguindanao, ang mayor sa Talitay mao si Association of Barangay Council (ABC) president Fahad Midtimbang.
Si Midtimbang maoy gitudlo ni Maguindanao Governor Bai Mariam Sangki Mangudadatu nga mohulip sa nabakanteng posisyon sa mayor.
Apan naputos kini og kontrobersiya gumikan sa giingong paglapas sa "law of succession."
Ang elected mayor sa lungsod niadtong 2019 mao si Allan Sabal ug ...
240 balay gitunol sa nalinugan
May 18, 2021
MAGSAYSAY, Davao del Sur -- Hingpit nang gitunol sa National Housing Authority (NHA) ang 240 ka mga housing units ngadto sa mga biktima sa linog niadtong 2019 didto sa Tagaytay relocation site nga giplastar sa Barangay Balnate niadtong Lunes sa hapon, Mayo 17.
Wala makaabot si Senator Bong Go sa ceremonial turnover apan usa ka video message ang gipadala niini aron mapaminaw sa mga benepisyaryo ang iyang mensahe kanila.
Sa maong video, misaad si Go nga padayon sila ni Presidente Rodrigo Duterte nga moserbisyo sa katawhan sanglit usa sab kini ka pag-serbisyo sa Diyos.
Hinuon, nakatambong si National Housing ...
Espinoza: Let's do mail-in or online voting
May 18, 2021
IN THE months leading to the May 2016 general elections, as well as in the May 2019 midterm polls, this time of the year, anywhere, you would see the posts and the walls are already posted with tarpaulins and posters of the candidates, either newcomers or those seeking reelection. But with less than 11 months to go before the May 9, 2022 general elections, the candidates' posters are seldom.
So far, the tarps I saw is that of ABC president Franklin Ong, Cebu City ex-oficio councilor, and that of Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio, who is being egged on ...
Espinoza: Let's do mail-in or online voting
May 18, 2021
IN THE months leading to the May 2016 general elections, as well as in the May 2019 midterm polls, this time of the year, anywhere, you would see the posts and the walls are already posted with tarpaulins and posters of the candidates, either newcomers or those seeking reelection. But with less than 11 months to go before the May 9, 2022 general elections, the candidates' posters are seldom.
So far, the tarps I saw is that of ABC president Franklin Ong, Cebu City ex-oficio councilor, and that of Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio, who is being egged on ...
DOH: Over 4,000 new cases logged; no data from 8 labs
May 18, 2021
THE Department of Health (DOH) is back to logging less than 5,000 new cases of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) Tuesday, May 18, as some laboratories have failed to submit test results.
The health department said eight laboratories have failed to submit data on May 16, thus only 4,487 additional cases were reported Tuesday.
The new cases brought the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 1,154,388, of which 52,291 or 4.5 percent are active.
The DOH said 95.2 percent of the cases in the Philippines have mild symptoms or are asymptomatic.
It also recorded 6,383 new recoveries that ...
DOH: Over 4,000 new cases logged; no data from 8 labs
May 18, 2021
THE Department of Health (DOH) is back to logging less than 5,000 new cases of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) Tuesday, May 18, as some laboratories have failed to submit test results.
The health department said eight laboratories have failed to submit data on May 16, thus only 4,487 additional cases were reported Tuesday.
The new cases brought the total number of confirmed infections in the country to 1,154,388, of which 52,291 or 4.5 percent are active.
The DOH said 95.2 percent of the cases in the Philippines have mild symptoms or are asymptomatic.
It also recorded 6,383 new recoveries that ...
Turkey introduces secondary legislation for storage
May 18, 2021
The new provisions are aimed at implementing the primary legislation introduced in February 2020. The Turkish storage market may reach a size of 1 GWh per year within the next two years.
Turkey's government has introduced secondary legislation establishing the procedures and principles to install storage energy systems.
The new provisions, which have been in force since May 9, when they were published in the country's official journal, are aimed at implementing the primary legislation for the grid connection of energy storage systems that was issued by the Turkish authorities in February 2020.
"According to the regulation, a ...
「WinRAR」v6.02 Beta 1が公開 ほか【ダイジェストニュース】
May 18, 2021
500,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine arriving May 20
May 18, 2021
ABOUT 500,000 more doses of CoronaVac, the Covid-19 vaccine produced by Sinovac, will be delivered to the Philippines on Thursday, May 20, said vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr.
"Mayroon tayong karagdagang 500,000 vaccines from Sinovac na darating po sa May 20," he said, as he announced in a press briefing Tuesday, May 18, that the country has breached the three million mark in terms of the number of Covid-19 vaccines administered.
Galvez also said that on May 15, the country has logged the highest number of jabs done per day, at 120,529, noting that the average number of vaccines ...
500,000 more doses of Sinovac vaccine arriving May 20
May 18, 2021
ABOUT 500,000 more doses of CoronaVac, the Covid-19 vaccine produced by Sinovac, will be delivered to the Philippines on Thursday, May 20, said vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr.
"Mayroon tayong karagdagang 500,000 vaccines from Sinovac na darating po sa May 20," he said, as he announced in a press briefing Tuesday, May 18, that the country has breached the three million mark in terms of the number of Covid-19 vaccines administered.
Galvez also said that on May 15, the country has logged the highest number of jabs done per day, at 120,529, noting that the average number of vaccines ...
Maynilad reaches new deal with gov't, ending water row
May 18, 2021
In March, Ayala-led Manila Water Company Inc. also signed a new deal with the government.
「Thunderbird 78.10.2」が公開 ～「OpenPGP」の強化とアドオンマネージャーの改善／「OpenPGP」関連の軽微な脆弱性も修正
May 18, 2021
オープンソースのメールソフト「Thunderbird」の最新版「Thunderbird 78.10.2」が、5月17日（米国時間）に正式公開された。本バージョンは不具合の修正を中心としたメンテナンスアップデート。セキュリティ関連の修正も含まれている。
PNP chief denies law is being weaponized
May 18, 2021
PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) Chief Guillermo Eleazar maintained on Tuesday, May 18, that it is not the practice of the police to "weaponize the law" especially against the state dissenters.
"I would like to assure the CHR (Commission on Human Rights) that the men and women of the police organization do not weaponize the law. It is not the PNP's way to use the law to attack any citizen whom we are sworn to protect and serve. Our role is only to enforce what the law provides," Eleazar said in a statement.
"Bawat kilos ng ating kapulisan ay dapat ...
PNP chief denies law is being weaponized
May 18, 2021
PHILIPPINE National Police (PNP) Chief Guillermo Eleazar maintained on Tuesday, May 18, that it is not the practice of the police to "weaponize the law" especially against the state dissenters.
"I would like to assure the CHR (Commission on Human Rights) that the men and women of the police organization do not weaponize the law. It is not the PNP's way to use the law to attack any citizen whom we are sworn to protect and serve. Our role is only to enforce what the law provides," Eleazar said in a statement.
"Bawat kilos ng ating kapulisan ay dapat ...
Solarwatt unveils two bifacial glass-glass panels with half-cell design
May 18, 2021
The most powerful of the two products has a power output of up to 380 W and an efficiency of 20.4%. For both panels, the temperature coefficient is -0.37%. The German manufacturer said the modules are produced at its manufacturing facility in Dresden.
Germany-based PV module manufacturer Solarwatt has launched two bifacial glass-glass panels with half-cell architecture and an M6 format: The Solarwatt Vision Pure panel, with aluminum frame; and the black-framed Solarwatt Vision Style panel, with a transparent backsheet.
The Vision Styleproduct is available in three versions with power output ranging from 370 W to 380 W ...
Unseeded Marshall tops IU for first soccer title
May 18, 2021
Jamil Roberts 98th-minute goal pushed Marshall past Indiana 1-0 in the College Cup final, as the Thundering Herd became the first unseeded team to win a men's soccer national title since Santa Clara in 2006.
Geopolitical impact of long-distance transport of electricity and hydrogen
May 18, 2021
In an interview with pv magazine, Indra Overland, the head of the Center for Energy Research at the Norwegian Institute for International Affairs, explains how long-distance electricity and hydrogen transport differs from that of fossil fuels. He says strong Europe-North Africa connections could prove the viability of cables to connect continents, and notes that integration between countries and regions will increase.
pv magazine: Prof. Overland, there is growing interest in the long-distance transport of energy in the form of electricity or hydrogen. However, large-scale infrastructure and clean fuel shipping will inevitably raise geopolitical concerns. Could this impact be ...
Blues' Perron misses first-round opener vs. Avs
May 18, 2021
The St. Louis Blues were without leading scorer David Perron for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against top-seeded Colorado on Monday due to the NHL's COVID-19 protocols.
Price trends amid polysilicon shortage
May 18, 2021
Recent financial statements from the big module manufacturers indicate that higher prices for polysilicon and PV glass since the third quarter of 2020 have dealt a severe blow to profits in the module business. Module manufacturers have gradually scaled down capacity utilization since the Lunar New Year, as demand has been weaker than expected, given the absence of China's usual June 30 installation rush, as in past years. In April, Tier-1 module makers further cut utilization rates to 55-70%. PV InfoLink's Corrine Lin examines the price trends that are developing in 2021.
From pv magazine 05/2021
Note: In the ...
How Optimizing for Voice Search Will Impact Your SEO Plan in 2021
May 18, 2021
A sizable chunk of web traffic and online purchases now come from voice searches. Because users ask for content differently when they use Siri or Alexa, optimizing content to capture more of that traffic will work a bit differently.
'I'm an introvert': Liza Soberano denies post implying intention to join Miss Universe
May 18, 2021
Ogie ended his post by saying thank you to those who believe in his ward's chances at the popular beauty tilt.
Miambak gikan sa ika-19 ka andana nga building
May 18, 2021
Patay ang usa plumber human ni miambak kaganihang buntag gikan sa ika-19 ka andana sa padayon pang gitukod nga building.
Ang maong edipisyo nahimutang sa 13th avenue Barangay Tejero, Cebu City.
Gi-ila ang namatay nga si Emilio Laraga Mapalo Jr. alyas Jun-jun, 20, taga San Franciso, isla sa Camotes ug sakop sa Trade Constructor company.
Sigun sa naka saksi nga si Noel Luchavez 46, nga taga Cabadiangan lungsod sa Compostela nga mao usab ang lead man sa trade constructor nga kalit lang midagan ang biktima ug dayong ambak sa building.
Wala na mahitsura ang panagway niini human mahagsa ang ...
Giant wind-solar complex to produce hydrogen in Oman
May 18, 2021
An international consortium led by Omani oil company OQ is planning a 25 GW wind-solar complex to produce green hydrogen in the central region of the Middle Eastern country. The clean fuel could be consumed on-site, used to produce green ammonia, or exported to other markets.
Oman's national oil company OQ, US-based green hydrogen developer Intercontinental Energy LLC, and Enertech, a unit of Kuwait Investment Authority, have announced a plan to build a 25 GW wind-solar complex in the Al Wusta Governorate, in central Oman.
The huge facility will be used for the production of ...
Duterte warns of 'stricter lockdown'
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte warned Tuesday, May 18, of a "stricter lockdown" should there be an upsurge of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) variant cases in the country.
"Ang pag-asa natin is really the obedience, parang (like a) Boy Scout. You want to end the danger of Covid-19 engulfing this country...Kapag hindi, napipilitan talaga ako na (if not I will really be forced) to impose lockdowns and everything," he said in a public address aired Tuesday.
"Under other circumstances, sabihin ko ayaw ko. But these things are for your own good and if you, hindi n'yo sumusunod and may resurgence naman 'tas ...
Duterte warns of 'stricter lockdown'
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte warned Tuesday, May 18, of a "stricter lockdown" should there be an upsurge of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) variant cases in the country.
"Ang pag-asa natin is really the obedience, parang (like a) Boy Scout. You want to end the danger of Covid-19 engulfing this country...Kapag hindi, napipilitan talaga ako na (if not I will really be forced) to impose lockdowns and everything," he said in a public address aired Tuesday.
"Under other circumstances, sabihin ko ayaw ko. But these things are for your own good and if you, hindi n'yo sumusunod and may resurgence naman 'tas ...
'More people to inspire!': Rabiya Mateo continues to get massive following despite Miss Universe loss; Miss Peru crying goes viral
May 18, 2021
Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo continued to get over 100,000 followers a day — 100,000 yesterday and another 100,000 today — despite failing to win the Miss Universe 2020 crown.
Duterte: Get vaccinated or stay home
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte urged Filipinos anew to get vaccinated or just stay at home, noting that their choice matters in surviving the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic.
Duterte said the worst is yet to come, as a more contagious Covid-19 variant starts to spread worldwide.
"We do not have a guarantee that the vaccines should be forthcoming on time, na walang maraming mamamatay (not many will die). And if it is more serious mutant, variant, we'll just have to prepare for the worst," he said in a public address aired on Tuesday, May 18.
"We cannot force you, kung ...
Duterte: Get vaccinated or stay home
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte urged Filipinos anew to get vaccinated or just stay at home, noting that their choice matters in surviving the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic.
Duterte said the worst is yet to come, as a more contagious Covid-19 variant starts to spread worldwide.
"We do not have a guarantee that the vaccines should be forthcoming on time, na walang maraming mamamatay (not many will die). And if it is more serious mutant, variant, we'll just have to prepare for the worst," he said in a public address aired on Tuesday, May 18.
"We cannot force you, kung ...
Apple、「Boot Camp」の脆弱性を修正 ～v6.1.14を公開／MacデバイスにWindowsをインストールできるようにするユーティリティ
May 18, 2021
米Appleは5月17日、「Boot Camp 6.1.14」をリリースした。メモリ破壊に起因する特権昇格の脆弱性が修正されている。
'I wasn't being sarcastic': Pia Wurtzbach addresses angry Miss Vietnam fans
May 18, 2021
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach said she woke up to many angry fans of Miss Vietnam after tweeting her surprise for Vietnam's win as having the most social media voters in Miss Universe history.
India launches anti-dumping probe for PV cells from China, Thailand, Vietnam
May 18, 2021
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies, an entity under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has said that domestic manufacturers have provided sufficient evidence to warrant an investigation into the alleged dumping of solar cells.
From pv magazine India
India's Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), an entity under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has launched an anti-dumping probe into solar cells from China, Thailand and Vietnam, based on a request by domestic manufacturers.
The application was filed by Mundra Solar PV, Jupiter Solar Power and Jupiter International, via the Indian Solar Manufacturers Association (ISMA). The manufacturers ...
Enrile: Arbitral ruling on West Philippine Sea not meaningless
May 18, 2021
FORMER Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile said the 2016 The Hague ruling favoring Philippines over China in its claim in the West Philippine Sea is not meaningless, but the United Nations (UN) has no police power to enforce it.
Enrile's statement was contrary to President Rodrigo Duterte's belief that the arbitral ruling is "meaningless" as it will just be rejected by China.
"This is really the dilemma of the nation. For me, Sir, the beginning of this problem was when we retreated," Duterte said in his public address aired Monday, May 17, referring to the standoff between the Philippines ...
Enrile: Arbitral ruling on West Philippine Sea not meaningless
May 18, 2021
FORMER Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile said the 2016 The Hague ruling favoring Philippines over China in its claim in the West Philippine Sea is not meaningless, but the United Nations (UN) has no police power to enforce it.
Enrile's statement was contrary to President Rodrigo Duterte's belief that the arbitral ruling is "meaningless" as it will just be rejected by China.
"This is really the dilemma of the nation. For me, Sir, the beginning of this problem was when we retreated," Duterte said in his public address aired Monday, May 17, referring to the standoff between the Philippines ...
Santa Clara bests FSU in PKs for women's title
May 18, 2021
No. 11 seed Santa Clara downed top-seeded Florida State in a penalty kick shootout on Monday, giving the Broncos their first women's soccer national title since 2001.
Analysis: Possible reasons why Rabiya Mateo failed to advance to Miss Universe 2020 final round
May 18, 2021
Strange, but true. It has happened many times in the past, there's no reason why it wouldn't happen again.
Angelo Kouame granted Filipino citizenship
May 18, 2021
THE Gilas Pilipinas men's basketball team will finally get their man in the middle, as big man Angelo Kouame was granted Filipino citizenship after his naturalization bill was signed into law by President Rodrigo Duterte.
The development is a crucial one as this means the 6-foot-10 Kouame would be able to suit up for Gilas in the third window of the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers next month in Clark, Pampanga.
In a statement, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas' (SBP) president Al S. Panlilio expressed its thanks to Duterte and other government officials that helped make it happen.
"The ...
Angelo Kouame granted Filipino citizenship
May 18, 2021
THE Gilas Pilipinas men's basketball team will finally get their man in the middle, as big man Angelo Kouame was granted Filipino citizenship after his naturalization bill was signed into law by President Rodrigo Duterte.
The development is a crucial one as this means the 6-foot-10 Kouame would be able to suit up for Gilas in the third window of the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers next month in Clark, Pampanga.
In a statement, the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas' (SBP) president Al S. Panlilio expressed its thanks to Duterte and other government officials that helped make it happen.
"The ...
PV modules shipping at lower prices in US, EIA data shows
May 18, 2021
The Energy Information Administration says that more than 2.7 GW of modules were shipped at an average price of $0.34 per watt in March.
From pv magazine USA
More solar modules are being shipped at lower prices than ever before in the United States, according to the latest edition of the Energy Information Administration's (EIA) Monthly Solar Photovoltaic Module Shipments Report.
In January, 1.725 GW of modules were shipped at an average price of $0.36 per watt – the lowest price per watt since the EIA began tracking module shipments in 2017. In February, prices fell to new ...
4 Caloocan resort guests positive for coronavirus
May 18, 2021
FOUR of the hundreds of guests of the Gubat sa Ciudad resort on Mother's Day have tested positive for Sars-CoV-2, which causes the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).
Lawyer Sikini Labastilla, chief of the Caloocan Covid-19 Command Center, said one of the four coronavirus-positive guests was manifesting symptoms, while the others, which include a minor and a breastfeeding mother, were asymptomatic.
The patients were brought to a quarantine facility in the city. Their family members will also undergo Covid-19 testing.
Labastilla said the four patients were among the 123 people whom they located and tested after that "swimming spree" whose ...
4 Caloocan resort guests positive for coronavirus
May 18, 2021
FOUR of the hundreds of guests of the Gubat sa Ciudad resort on Mother's Day have tested positive for Sars-CoV-2, which causes the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).
Lawyer Sikini Labastilla, chief of the Caloocan Covid-19 Command Center, said one of the four coronavirus-positive guests was manifesting symptoms, while the others, which include a minor and a breastfeeding mother, were asymptomatic.
The patients were brought to a quarantine facility in the city. Their family members will also undergo Covid-19 testing.
Labastilla said the four patients were among the 123 people whom they located and tested after that "swimming spree" whose ...
Amazon in Talks to Buy MGM for as Much as $10 Billion In the...
May 18, 2021
Amazon in Talks to Buy MGM for as Much as $10 Billion
Subscribe to the Pop Culture Brain Daily newsletter for more stories like this!In the latest round of merger mania, Amazon is in talks to buy the studio MGM, according to report in The Information on Monday. Citing a person familiar with the situation, The Information reported the deal could be anywhere between $7 and $10 billion.
Windows版「VLC 3.0.12/3.0.13」の自動更新機能に問題、手動での更新を／「VLC 3.0.14」で解決
May 18, 2021
「VLC media player 3.0.13」が5月10日にリリースされたが、自動更新機能にトラブルがあったようだ。すぐに修正版の「VLC 3.0.14」が公開されたものの、アップデートするには手動でインストーラーを実行しなければならない場合がある。
Opav thanks Go for inclusion of chief execs in Covid priority list
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENTIAL Assistant for the Visayas Secretary Michael Lloyd Dino thanked Senator Christopher Lawrence "Bong" Go for his fast action on the requests of the local chief executives (LCEs) to be included in the priority list for the Covid-19 vaccine.
The Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas (Opav) has endorsed the request of LCEs to the Senator Go.
The LCEs made the request when the Opav team, led by Undersecretary Anthony Gerard "Jonji" Gonzales, who represented Secretary Dino, visited the different local government units (LGUs) during the Cascading of the Visayas Covid-19 Vaccination Operations Center (VVOC) Manual in ...
Opav thanks Go for inclusion of chief execs in Covid priority list
May 18, 2021
PRESIDENTIAL Assistant for the Visayas Secretary Michael Lloyd Dino thanked Senator Christopher Lawrence "Bong" Go for his fast action on the requests of the local chief executives (LCEs) to be included in the priority list for the Covid-19 vaccine.
The Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas (Opav) has endorsed the request of LCEs to the Senator Go.
The LCEs made the request when the Opav team, led by Undersecretary Anthony Gerard "Jonji" Gonzales, who represented Secretary Dino, visited the different local government units (LGUs) during the Cascading of the Visayas Covid-19 Vaccination Operations Center (VVOC) Manual in ...
Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
May 18, 2021
NEW DELHI — A powerful cyclone that emerged in the Arabian Sea made landfall on India's western coast on Monday, hours after authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and suspended Covid-19 vaccinations in one state.
Cyclone Tauktae, the most powerful storm to hit the region in more than two decades, came ashore in Gujarat state with heavy rain, a battering storm surge and sustained winds of up to 165 kilometers (103 miles) per hour, the India Meteorological Department said.
Forecasters warned of possible extensive damage from high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding in low-lying areas.
Twelve people were ...
Powerful cyclone hits land in India amid deadly virus surge
May 18, 2021
NEW DELHI — A powerful cyclone that emerged in the Arabian Sea made landfall on India's western coast on Monday, hours after authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and suspended Covid-19 vaccinations in one state.
Cyclone Tauktae, the most powerful storm to hit the region in more than two decades, came ashore in Gujarat state with heavy rain, a battering storm surge and sustained winds of up to 165 kilometers (103 miles) per hour, the India Meteorological Department said.
Forecasters warned of possible extensive damage from high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding in low-lying areas.
Twelve people were ...
EXPLAINER: Do I still have to wear a mask? What about kids?
May 18, 2021
The government's new guidance on masks for vaccinated people has left some Americans confused and sent businesses and states scrambling to adjust their rules.
Target and CVS on Monday became the latest retailers to say vaccinated shoppers and workers don't have to wear masks in stores. New York said it will adopt the new mask advice this week, while California said it will wait a month.
About 123 million Americans — 37% of the population — are fully vaccinated against coronavirus, and more than 157 million, or 47%, have received at least one dose.
What's the new advice?
The ...
EXPLAINER: Do I still have to wear a mask? What about kids?
May 18, 2021
The government's new guidance on masks for vaccinated people has left some Americans confused and sent businesses and states scrambling to adjust their rules.
Target and CVS on Monday became the latest retailers to say vaccinated shoppers and workers don't have to wear masks in stores. New York said it will adopt the new mask advice this week, while California said it will wait a month.
About 123 million Americans — 37% of the population — are fully vaccinated against coronavirus, and more than 157 million, or 47%, have received at least one dose.
What's the new advice?
The ...
Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
May 18, 2021
NEW YORK — Ariana Grande is a newlywed.
A representative for the singer confirmed that she recently married real estate agent Dalton Gomez.
Grande's rep told People that they tied the knot in a small and intimate wedding, where less than 20 people attended. It wasn't clear when the wedding took place.
"The room was so happy and full of love. The couple and both families couldn't be happier," the rep told People.
Grande, 27, and Gomez, 25, announced their engagement in December. They began dating in January 2020 and quarantined together during the pandemic.
Grande is currently on ...
Ariana Grande, Dalton Gomez tie the knot
May 18, 2021
NEW YORK — Ariana Grande is a newlywed.
A representative for the singer confirmed that she recently married real estate agent Dalton Gomez.
Grande's rep told People that they tied the knot in a small and intimate wedding, where less than 20 people attended. It wasn't clear when the wedding took place.
"The room was so happy and full of love. The couple and both families couldn't be happier," the rep told People.
Grande, 27, and Gomez, 25, announced their engagement in December. They began dating in January 2020 and quarantined together during the pandemic.
Grande is currently on ...
Dozens more sue Ohio St. over ex-doc's treatment
May 18, 2021
The newest plaintiffs who filed lawsuits in the past week against former Ohio State team doctor Richard Strauss include ex-athletes in football, basketball, wrestling, ice hockey and several other sports.
Phoenix's Matthew Wright grateful to have Chris Banchero on their side now
May 18, 2021
After being ruthlessly defended by Chris Banchero when he was still playing for Magnolia, Phoenix hotshot Matthew Wright is grateful to have the Fil-Italian guard on his side now.
During an appearance on the show "The Game," the prolific gunner mentioned how pesky Banchero was in defending him. As fate would have it, Banchero turned from pest to pal in the offseason after he was traded to Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters in exchange for Calvin Abueva.
"The first that I mentioned to him was you don't have to guard me anymore because he was really the one tasked, ...
Phoenix's Matthew Wright grateful to have Chris Banchero on their side now
May 18, 2021
After being ruthlessly defended by Chris Banchero when he was still playing for Magnolia, Phoenix hotshot Matthew Wright is grateful to have the Fil-Italian guard on his side now.
During an appearance on the show "The Game," the prolific gunner mentioned how pesky Banchero was in defending him. As fate would have it, Banchero turned from pest to pal in the offseason after he was traded to Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters in exchange for Calvin Abueva.
"The first that I mentioned to him was you don't have to guard me anymore because he was really the one tasked, ...
Israeli strike puts sole Gaza COVID lab out of action: ministry
May 18, 2021
The Palestinian enclave of Gaza's only COVID-19 laboratory is no longer able to carry out testing due to an Israeli air strike Monday on the clinic housing it, local authorities said.
Mark Yee cherishes opportunity to represent country in FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit
May 18, 2021
After leading the Davao Occidental Tigers to the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) Lakan Cup crown and winning the Finals MVP plum, veteran forward Mark Yee is ready to take on another challenge after he was tapped to become part of the Manila Chooks TM team that will do battle in the 2021 FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit.
The invitation was an unexpected one for Yee as he didn't expect to get an opportunity to play for flag and country this late into his decorated basketball career.
"Sobrang blessed. Hindi naman natin maitatago na may edad na tayo para maimbitahan ...
Mark Yee cherishes opportunity to represent country in FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit
May 18, 2021
After leading the Davao Occidental Tigers to the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) Lakan Cup crown and winning the Finals MVP plum, veteran forward Mark Yee is ready to take on another challenge after he was tapped to become part of the Manila Chooks TM team that will do battle in the 2021 FIBA 3x3 Pro Circuit.
The invitation was an unexpected one for Yee as he didn't expect to get an opportunity to play for flag and country this late into his decorated basketball career.
"Sobrang blessed. Hindi naman natin maitatago na may edad na tayo para maimbitahan ...
Davao Occidental Tigers prepare for MPBL title defense
May 18, 2021
The reigning Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) champions Davao Occidental Tigers are hell-bent on defending their title and have signed up nine new players for their campaign in the MPBL Mumbaki Cup, which is slated to tip off later this year.
Bannering the Tigers' haul is ex-PBA player Keith Agovida, who head coach Don Dulay admitted to wanting to get for quite some time already.
"I was eyeing him since he was with Columbian," said Dulay, who is also an assistant coach with Rain or Shine, about the 6-foot-2 guard. "When I became head coach of Davao Occidental, I ...
Davao Occidental Tigers prepare for MPBL title defense
May 18, 2021
The reigning Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) champions Davao Occidental Tigers are hell-bent on defending their title and have signed up nine new players for their campaign in the MPBL Mumbaki Cup, which is slated to tip off later this year.
Bannering the Tigers' haul is ex-PBA player Keith Agovida, who head coach Don Dulay admitted to wanting to get for quite some time already.
"I was eyeing him since he was with Columbian," said Dulay, who is also an assistant coach with Rain or Shine, about the 6-foot-2 guard. "When I became head coach of Davao Occidental, I ...
UC Senior High Arts and Design holds 'Lab Teatro' 2021
May 18, 2021
THE pandemic limited the chance of seeing people face to face while restricting people efficaciously in everyday life. In this regard, the pandemic highly affected the traditional means of theater.
Despite the pandemic, the University of Cebu (UC) Senior High Arts and Design students translated performances on the online platform. Instead of giving up and letting theater be taken away by the new normal, the UC Lab Teatro has found a different method to showcase theater productions.
All performances were written, directed, acted and edited by students under the mentorship of professor Emman Mante and Alfie Mosqueda. The performances ...
「Adobe Photoshop」がARM64に正式対応 ～「Surface Pro X」などでネイティブ動作／2021年5月リリースより
May 18, 2021
米Adobeは2021年5月の「Adobe Photoshop」アップデートで、ARM CPUを搭載したWindows 10デバイスに正式対応したと発表した。同社は昨年11月よりARM版Windows 10に対応した「Adobe Photoshop」をベータテストしていたが、ようやく正式リリースされた格好だ。
【アップデート情報】パッケージ・ドライバー関連 5月18日
May 18, 2021
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