Hepatitis outbreak shuts schools, sends scores to Ukraine city hospital
Schools will move to an online regime starting Monday, October 30, in Ukraine’s central city of Vinnytsia after a Hepatitis A outbreak sent scores of children and adults to the hospital, the country’s chief sanitary official said over the weekend. ADVERTISEMENTREAD: Children in more countries suffer mystery hepatitisKuzin, who also serves as Ukraine’s deputy health minister, said 141 people in the city and the region were in a hospital. Vinnytsia, which had a pre-war population of around 370,000, is the administrative center of the Vinnytsia region in central Ukraine. “So far, there is no single cause of the outbreak,” Kuzin said. “We are analyzing the centers of spread and are working with the population, in particular, to establish a circle of contact persons.”READ: One in seven Filipinos has ‘hyperendemic’ hepatitis B
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
October 29, 2023 10:31 UTC
UN votes for 'humanitarian truce' in Gaza, PH abstains
"In light of the alarming scale of civilian casualties, we call on all parties to respect international humanitarian law. We have all witnessed that the UN no longer holds even one ounce of legitimacy or relevance," Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan said, telling the assembly: "Shame on you." "We demand its immediate application to allow the entry of fuel and humanitarian aid for civilians," said a Hamas statement. The resolution co-sponsored by nearly 50 other countries centered largely on the dire humanitarian situation in sealed-off Gaza as Israel presses on with its bombardment. With approximately 30,000 Filipino nationals in Israel and a further 130 in Gaza, their safety and well-being remain paramount to us," he said.
Source:Manila Times
October 29, 2023 08:46 UTC
All sectors should vigorously promote Constitution and Basic Law, says John Lee
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu hoped that all sectors of the community will continue to vigorously promote the Constitution and the Basic Law and work together for the steady and long-term implementation of one country, two systems. Lee made the remarks at a symposium commemorating the 33rd anniversary of the promulgation of the Basic Law of the HKSAR held by the Joint Committee for the Promotion of the Constitution and Hong Kong Basic Law on Saturday. The Hong Kong leader said both the Constitution and the Basic Law form the constitutional basis of the city and reflect the inseparable relationship between the central government and Hong Kong. Based on the solid legal foundation jointly established by the Constitution, the Basic Law and the national security law as well as the city's long-term prosperity and stability have been safeguarded in an effective manner, he added. Lee stressed that all sectors should enhance their understanding of the Constitution, the Basic Law and the national security law.
Source:The Standard
October 29, 2023 03:35 UTC
LTO seeks takeover of IT system from German contractor
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is seeking a full takeover of the IT system, which the government contracted from a German firm to handle all transactions in the agency since 2019 to finally resolve the perennial issues hounding the LTO. LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said the takeover of the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) would not only expedite the services provided by the agency, but also address all the technical issues raised by the Commission on Audit and the Department of Information and Communications Technology. “Our IT experts are capable of operating and maintaining the system. The LTO is pushing for full digital transactions before the end of November this year. According to Mendoza, the LTMS is currently handling 100 percent of the issuance of the driver’s license, while the renewal of motor vehicle registration is at 95 percent.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
October 28, 2023 23:13 UTC
Over 100,000 Bangladeshis rally to demand PM's resignation
NO SUPPORT FOR SHEIKH Supporters of the main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) shout slogans and demand the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during a rally in the capital Dhaka on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. "Vote thief, vote thief, Sheikh Hasina vote thief," chanted the crowd at the BNP demonstration in front of the party's headquarters. Dhaka Metropolitan Police spokesman Faruk Hossain said at least 100,000 people had joined the BNP rally, while up to 25,000 were at the Jamaat protest near the city's main commercial district. Police arrested at least 200 BNP supporters near the party headquarters after they were accused of hurling Molotov cocktails, Faruk said, adding that at least 600 had been detained over the previous week. Her security forces are accused of detaining tens of thousands of opposition activists, killing hundreds in extrajudicial encounters, and disappearing hundreds of leaders and supporters.
Source:Manila Times
October 28, 2023 18:35 UTC
WATCH: PH to present 'strongest case' in climate summit in Nov
Secretary Robert Borje, vice chairman and executive director of the Climate Change Commission, said on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, that the Philippines will present a 'strongest case' when the country participates in the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to attend the summit that will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from November 30 to December 12. Video by Catherine Valente
Source:Manila Times
October 28, 2023 18:19 UTC
Biker in critical condition after being hit by van on Tuen Mun Road
A 27-year-old biker is now in critical condition after he was hit by a van which suddenly cut into his driving lane on Tuen Mun Road Saturday morning. The crash occurred around 7.32 am today on the Kowloon-bound section of Tuen Mun Road. The biker was traveling in the fast lane on the right but the van on his left suddenly cut into his lane and hit him. He was rushed to Princess Margaret Hospital and now remains in critical condition. It is understood that the driver of the van has turned himself in at the New Territories South Regional Headquarters.
Source:The Standard
October 28, 2023 18:04 UTC
A Guide To Organizing Your Space
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Source:Manila Times
October 28, 2023 16:16 UTC
Marcos signs law formalizing income classification of LGUs
Marcos signs law formalizing income classification of LGUsMANILA, Philippines — President Marcos signed into law Republic Act 11964 or the Automatic Income Classification of Local Government Units on Oct. 26, institutionalizing the automatic income classification of LGUs. Under RA 11964, provinces, cities and municipalities shall be categorized into five classes according to their income ranges and average annual regular income for three fiscal years preceding a general income reclassification. The classifications of provinces are as follows: First Class, provinces that have obtained an average annual regular income of P1.5 billion or more; Second Class, provinces with an average annual income of P900 million or more, but less than P1.5 billion; Third Class, provinces with an average annual regular income of P700 million or more but less than P900 million; Fourth Class, provinces that have average annual regular income of P500 million or more but less than P700 million; Fifth Class, provinces that have averageannual regular income of less than P500 million. Cities will also be classified into five classes: First Class, cities with an average annual regular income of P1.3 billion; Second Class, cities with an average annual regular income of P1 billion or more but less than P1.3 billion; Third Class, cities with an average annual regular income of P800 million or more but less than P1 billion; Fourth Class, cities with an average annual regular income of P500 million or more but less than P800 million; Fifth Class, cities with an average annual regular income of less than P500 million. “Income classification impacts their ability to undertake development projects, access financial grants from various sources and determine the salary of LGU personnel,” Abalos explained.
Source:Philippine Star
October 28, 2023 13:57 UTC
Worker hospitalized after metal wire stabs his leg by accident when mowing
A worker was hospitalized after his lawn mower suspectedly hit wire netting on a slope in Tsuen Wan and a piece of the metal wire sprang out and accidentally stabbed his left leg. The incident occurred around 9.24 am on Saturday while he was trimming the lawn on a slope along Yau Ma Hom Road. The worker couldn’t move and was trapped on the four-meter-high slope. About four inches of the metal wire that impaled the worker’s leg was exposed, according to the work supervisor at the scene. Firefighters later came to the rescue and sent the worker to Princess Margaret Hospital.
Source:The Standard
October 28, 2023 12:36 UTC
Malaysia’s unique rotational monarchy
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia’s sultans are set to meet on Friday to elect a new king from amongst themselves under a unique system in which they take turns to be monarch for a five-year term. The heads of Malaysia’s nine royal families, sultans of nine of its 13 states, take turns to be king for a five-year term. The federal constitution requires the monarch to act upon the advice of the prime minister and cabinet with only a few exceptions. He picked Anwar Ibrahim as prime minister in late 2022 when a general election resulted in a hung parliament. Unlike other sultans, Sultan Ibrahim has been outspoken about politics, and has said he has a good relationship with the prime minister.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
October 27, 2023 21:40 UTC
Comelec confirms over 100 vote-buying incidents among 2023 BSKE bets
Comelec confirms over 100 vote-buying incidents among 2023 BSKE betsComelec acting spokesman John Rex Laudiangco reported yesterday that the poll body’s Kontra Bigay Facebook page received and responded to 940 messages. MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections has confirmed more than 100 cases of election candidates engaged in vote-buying ahead of the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections, its chairperson said on Friday. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia said that the more than 100 confirmed incidents of vote-buying are currently being verified for the filing of charges against the erring candidates, according to his interview with GMA’s Unang Balita. They are probably thinking the Comelec is not serious, so we will not proclaim those with pending cases,” Garcia said in Filipino. “But if they speak up about vote-buying incidents, they can be excluded from the punishment and made a state witness,” Garcia said.
Source:Philippine Star
October 27, 2023 18:47 UTC
Woman arrested for smuggling in HK$600k worth of drugs within body
During customs clearance, customs officers found her suspicious and suspected that she may have had drugs concealed inside her body. She was arrested immediately and had excreted a pellet of suspected cocaine weighing about 570g, with an estimated market value of about HK$600,000. The woman was charged with a count of trafficking in dangerous drugs, and she will have to appear at West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (Oct 28). Customs spokesman stated that they will continue to apply a risk assessment approach and focus on selecting passengers from high-risk regions for clearance to combat transnational drug trafficking activities. The spokesman added that under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in dangerous drugs is a serious offense, with the maximum penalty upon conviction being a fine of HK$5 million and life imprisonment.
Source:The Standard
October 27, 2023 17:21 UTC
5 suspected rebels killed in Kashmir clash
NEW DELHI: Five suspected rebels were killed Thursday in a gun battle with soldiers in Indian-administered Kashmir, the army said, with reports later of gunfire across the border with Pakistan. DEADLY SKIRMISH This undated file photo shows Indian army troopers standing guard near the site of a gunfight in the Lawaypora area of Srinagar city, the summer capital of Indian-controlled Kashmir. Five suspected rebels were killed Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023 in a gun battle with soldiers in Indian-administered Kashmir, the army said, with reports later of gunfire across the border with Pakistan. The Chinar Corps, which is posted in the disputed region, said that the five rebels killed belonged to the Pakistan-based militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba. A violent insurgency beginning in 1989 in Kashmir killed tens of thousands of people, including Indian troops, militants and civilians.
Source:Manila Times
October 27, 2023 16:45 UTC
Double Your Drive with Toyota's October raffle promo
TOYOTA Motor Philippines (TMP) is doubling the fun and excitement for its lucky customers with the Double Your Drive raffle promo. By getting your dream Toyota car this month, you also earn a raffle entry for a chance to win an additional brand-new ride. Buy a Toyota car this October, and get a chance to win another car with Toyota’s Double Your Drive raffle promo. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOThe Double Your Drive raffle promo is open to all customers, who will purchase any new Toyota vehicle across TMP's dealer network until Oct. 31, 2023. Buyers will be eligible to receive one raffle coupon after successfully purchase any new Toyota vehicle within the promo period.
Source:Manila Times
October 27, 2023 16:25 UTC