The first-ever ethnic minority female driver in the city's bus industry encouraged others on Mother's Day to be brave enough to pursue their dreams by breaking the convention. However, there is a trend of ethnic minorities and women joining the industry, creating a harmonious working environment. Farzana is the first female ethnic minority to serve as a bus captain at CityBus. She is also a professional bus captain, responsible for the safety and comfort of thousands of passengers. She decided to join CityBus after seeing a female bus captain driving the double-decker bus and thought that she could also do the same.
Source:The Standard
May 12, 2024 22:33 UTC
MANILA, Philippines — The controversial National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) welcomed on Sunday the Supreme Court’s landmark decision recognizing red-tagging as a real threat to the lives and civil liberties of Filipinos. In a statement over the weekend, the NTF-Elcac, which has been blamed for the harassment of activists since its creation in 2018, cited a part of the SC ruling that granted a writ of amparo to former Bayan Muna Rep. Siegfred Deduro. Torres, a retired major general who was once at the forefront of the army’s counter-insurgency operations, graduated from the Philippine Military Academy a year ahead of Vinoya, who has not made a statement about the SC decision. Abolition movesTorres made the remarks in an apparent bid to deflect demands that the NTF-Elcac be abolished or defunded because of allegations of repeated violations of democratic freedoms. ADVERTISEMENTIn its decision, however, the SC cautioned judges against making summary judgments without ventilating the concerns of both the petitioner and respondent, as required by judicial rules on the writ of amparo.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
May 12, 2024 22:24 UTC
IN an exciting development for the Philippine ready-to-drink market, Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola launched the Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar alcoholic ready-to-drink (ARTD) beverage this May. This innovation continues the legacy of the cherished popular whiskey and soda cocktail, now using Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, packed for convenience and enjoyment. This new option meets the demand, reinforcing our dedication to innovation and satisfaction in the company's partnership with Jack Daniel's," he said. This year, we are letting the fans of the drink enjoy Jack Daniel's with Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. Visit http://www.coca-cola.com.ph or follow the Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola official Facebook page for more information.
Source:Manila Times
May 12, 2024 22:10 UTC
DENR probes tailings facility failure at Surigao mineThis photo taken on February 25, 2017 shows an aerial shot of the mining site of Cagdianao Mining Corporation (CMC) in Cagdianao town in Dinagat island. MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said on Sunday that it is investigating a reported failure at a gold mine's tailings storage facility in Surigao del Norte. DENR said that its investigation will examine the cause of the incident, its impact on surrounding communities and the environment, and the integrity of the mine's tailings facility, safety systems and procedures. The incident coincides with DENR's review of mining industry safety practices. The Philippines is revitalizing the mining industry to attract investments and spur economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Source:Philippine Star
May 12, 2024 20:13 UTC
Inter-agency body to meet Monday over rise in Chinese studentsIn this photo taken June 8, 2020, security personnel enforce the lockdown at the Bureau of Immigration office in Intramuros, Manila. MANILA, Philippines — The Inter-Agency Committee on Foreign Students (IACFS) will meet on Monday to discuss the increase in Chinese nationals studying in the Philippines, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Sunday. A review of the agency's records found that 1,516 student visas were granted to Chinese nationals in Cagayan, all endorsed by a major Philippine university. The Chinese Embassy earlier criticized the alleged surge of Chinese nationals in Cagayan, saying the claim fuels distrust and animosity toward Beijing. Manuel Mamba, the presence of Chinese students in the northern Luzon province stemmed from an agreement between CHED and Chinese learning institutions.
Source:Philippine Star
May 12, 2024 14:43 UTC
Under the direction of their son Dwight Alcantara, Amelito and his wife Dolores' family-owned business, Amelito's Sizzling Catering, has developed into a prosperous operation. The business faced challenges in its early days, but an opportunity to expand to Bulacan proved to be a turning point. Get the latest newsdelivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Source:Manila Times
May 12, 2024 09:09 UTC
NEW DELHI – A top opponent of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged his compatriots to resist "dictatorship" on Saturday, after the South Asian country's top court provisionally released him from jail to campaign in national elections. AdvertisementMore than 1,000 cheering supporters greeted him as he walked free from the capital's Tihar Jail on Friday night. Kejriwal, 55, has been chief minister for nearly a decade and first came to office as a staunch anti-corruption crusader. Advertisement'Target political opponents'Modi's political opponents and international rights groups have long sounded the alarm on India's shrinking democratic space. United States think tank Freedom House said this year the BJP had "increasingly used government institutions to target political opponents."
Source:Manila Times
May 11, 2024 22:55 UTC
Nanay always told us things were bound to get better. My brother Dennis recalls coming home for a vacation from his job in Singapore and calling our house in Malabon. My brother told her that he was in Cubao. For Pity, another brother, Nanay proudly got up on stage to pin his numerous medals in elementary and high school. I wonder if Nanay’s friends found out about her passing.
Source:Philippine Star
May 11, 2024 21:58 UTC
SUZUKI Philippines is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated annual Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival. Car enthusiasts and families alike are invited to join Suzuki at the Mall of Asia Concert Grounds in Pasay City from May 9 to 12, 2024, for an exciting opportunity to experience firsthand the latest models and innovations from Suzuki. Bring your family and friends, and immerse yourselves in a delightful test drive experience with your dream Suzuki car. CONTRIBUTED POSTERMoreover, visitors can take their favorite Suzuki models for exhilarating test drives, guided by Suzuki Philippines' knowledgeable sales executives, who will be on-site to assist customers throughout their car-buying journey. AdvertisementDon't miss out on the opportunity to join Suzuki Philippines at the 2024 Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival.
Source:Manila Times
May 11, 2024 16:47 UTC
The National University Lady Bulldogs take down the University of Santo Tomas Golden Tigresses in straight sets, 25-23, 25-20, 25-20, in the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball finals at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Saturday, May 11. Bella Belen churned out 13 points along with eight excellent digs and eight excellent receptions. Belen said they have to brace for UST's bounce back attempt in the Game 2 of the FinalsVideo by Nicole Anne D.G. BugauisanGet the latest newsdelivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
Source:Manila Times
May 11, 2024 14:41 UTC
NGO to Marcos admin: Surface Mindanao labor organizer a month into abductionMANILA, Philippines — The Center for Trade Union and Human Rights (CTUHR) called on President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s administration to surface veteran Mindanao labor organizer William Lariosa after being allegedly abducted by state agents on April 10. "Lariosa’s family has called on the Commission on Human Rights and other government bodies to investigate his case and release him, but the labor organizer remains missing." The group added that KMU is a legal and legitimate labor center, with a handful of federations and progressive organizations as its members. Lariosa’s abduction and enfored disappearance is a case in point," the labor rights non-government organization (NGO) added. Yet, Marcos Jr continues to allow the operation of the NTF-ELCAC."
Source:Philippine Star
May 11, 2024 13:13 UTC
Passive learning: You let your mind wander without the intended destination. Reflecting on these, I realize that most of my learning has come from passive learning. The average person’s education stalls (without passive learning) between ages 18 and 22, most likely consisting of active learning. On the other hand, passive learning involves actively seeking diverse topics to read and explore, purposefully seeking connections between disparate fields. So, if you’re paying attention, the whole world is a classroom of passive learning.
Source:Philippine Star
May 11, 2024 12:28 UTC
The answer to our woesThe recent weeks’ faltering energy supply has driven no less than President Marcos to plead to everyone to take part in power-saving measures. The very thin power supply is a real cause for concern. Majority of the power plants that went offline were hydropower plants. Aboitiz Power president and CEO Emmanuel Rubio has batted for liquified natural gas or LNG as a transition fuel and the option today for baseload power. Razon is also counting on LNG as a transition fuel, explaining: “We believe that gas is an important transition fuel in the near-term, reducing the need for baseload fossil fuels like coal.
Source:Philippine Star
May 10, 2024 19:11 UTC
BEIJING, China — Beijing's military on Friday said it had tailed and issued a warning to a US Navy ship near the Paracel Islands in the disputed South China Sea. Tian accused Washington of being the "creator of security risks in the South China Sea" and the "biggest destroyer" of peace and stability in the area. In a statement, the US Navy confirmed the ship had "asserted navigational rights and freedoms in the South China Sea near the Paracel Islands". "At the conclusion of the operation, USS Halsey exited the excessive claim and continued operations in the South China Sea," it added. "Unlawful and sweeping maritime claims in the South China Sea pose a serious threat to the freedom of the seas," the statement said.
Source:Philippine Star
May 10, 2024 19:01 UTC
Climate monitoring and prediction chief Analiza Solis of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said that the Philippines recorded its highest, maximum daytime temperature at 40.3 degrees Celsius in Tarlac on April 27 and again on May 6, 2024. Solis clarified that maximum daytime temperature is different from the heat index, with the highest recorded at 53 degrees Celsius. Heat index is measured along with the relative humidity of the atmosphere combined with the possible effect on the human body. Video and Interview by Ezrah Raya
Source:Manila Times
May 10, 2024 01:30 UTC