Duterte OKs remote learning during transport strike
Duterte OKs remote learning during transport strikeJeepneys ply their routes in Manila on Tuesday ahead of the anticipated week-long transport strike next week by transport groups calling on the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board to shelve the public utility vehicle modernization program. Saying that learning recovery is the priority of the Department of Education, Duterte called the transport strike “pointless” and delivered scathing remarks to a teachers' group that threw its support behind the strike. It does not include the pointless weeklong transport strike supported by (the Alliance of Concerned Teachers),” Duterte said in a message to reporters. “I maintain that during this communist-inspired weeklong strike, both in-person and alternative delivery modes of learning shall be implemented, whichever is convenient to the learners,” Duterte said. Manibela chairperson Mar Valbuena said that the transport strike will cover roads in Metro Manila.
Source:Philippine Star
March 05, 2023 08:01 UTC
Company training needs today
Company training needs todaySo here we go. In my interaction with HR people, there is no disagreement that training, learning and development today entail a severe look into training trends and requirements as the world enters a post-pandemic economy. Companies will prioritize training their employees to understand and apply technology to improve processes, and cybersecurity training programs will become essential for building knowledge on cybersecurity best practices. Companies need solutions that provide both in-office and remote workers with a quality training experience, focusing on communication and inclusion to help those working from home feel like part of the company. Offering a lifelong learning journey, from upskilling to reskilling, means offering training that improves the work environment, from technical skills to leadership development to diversity and inclusion training.
Source:Philippine Star
March 05, 2023 07:37 UTC
Israelis rally again against government’s judicial overhaul
TEL AVIV — Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Israeli cities for the ninth straight week on Saturday to fight a government plan to overhaul the country’s court system. Saturday night’s demonstrations in Tel Aviv and other locations began peacefully. However, footage released by police later showed protesters breaking down barriers in Tel Aviv and igniting fires as they blocked roads. Proponents say the Supreme Court needs to be reined in from overreaching into the political sphere. The intensity of the protests have been heightened since Wednesday, when Israeli police fired stun grenades and scuffles broke out in Tel Aviv during a nationwide “day of disruption” .
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 05, 2023 01:12 UTC
Japan PM hit for tying debt relief to having babies
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has come under fire for his party’s proposal to reduce student debt for those who have children, as the country struggles to raise its low birthrate. Kishida has pledged “unprecedented” measures to tackle the country’s perennially low birthrate, and his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is reportedly drafting a set of policy recommendations on the issue for the government. ADVERTISEMENTBut the reported debt forgiveness plan has sparked anger. “This is a policy that requires a child in return for reducing scholarship debts, (it is) … a bad, unprecedented measure to tackle the low birthrate,” Ishigaki said. “We are discussing this as an expansion of support for child-rearing rather than a policy linked to childbirth,” he told TV Asahi.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 05, 2023 00:31 UTC
Petro Gazz boots out Army, bolsters semis bid
Petro Gazz booted out Army Black Mamba, 25-21, 25-10, 25-13, from semifinals contention on Saturday, March 4 in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference at the FilOil EcoOil Center. With their second straight win at the expense of the Lady Troopers, the Angels improved to the third best win-loss record of 4-2, bolstering its semifinals bid. Army Black Mamba, on the other hand, stayed winless at 0-6 this conference and stretched its winning run to 17 games dating back to the Invitational Conference last year.
Source:Manila Times
March 04, 2023 21:50 UTC
PBA slaps one-game ban, P75k fine on Maliksi
The PBA slapped a one-game suspension, along with a hefty P75,000 fine on Meralco gunner Allein Maliksi following his altercation with Converge young forward Barkley Ebona in the dying seconds of the Bolts' 132-129 overtime win on Friday. Allein Maliksi PBA PHOTOMaliksi reacted by holding the 26-year-old Ebona on the neck after a hard foul committed by the three-year Converge forward, time down to 6.9 seconds in the extra session. Upon review by the referees, Maliksi was meted with a flagrant foul penalty 2, which meant automatic ejection from the game, while Ebona was assessed a flagrant foul penalty 1. Ebona though didn't escape penalty after being slapped a P5,000 fine. Maliksi, a four-time PBA champion, is set to serve his one-game suspension on Sunday when the Bolts clash with the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters.
Source:Manila Times
March 04, 2023 17:16 UTC
Kickstart summer with vivo’s hot smartphone deals this 3.3!
Kickstart summer with vivo’s hot smartphone deals this 3.3! MANILA, Philippines — Summer season is waving! This coming 3.3, vivo is matching the heat with these hot devices and deals that can keep your pockets cool. Fan-favorites vivo Y35, vivo Y22s, vivo Y16 and vivo Y02 all loved for their excellent quality and affordable price tags will get even more affordable. If you are planning for a summer night party, then the vivo Y22s is the perfect smartphone for you!
Source:Philippine Star
March 04, 2023 12:07 UTC
More LGUs suspend face to face classes, offer free rides on transpo strike week
Around 40,000 public utility vehicles (PUVs) are expected to join the transport strike in protest of the planned traditional jeepney phaseout under the government’s implementation of the public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization plan. ADVERTISEMENTCity of ManilaIn a recent Facebook post, the city government of Manila on Saturday asked public schools to conduct asynchronous classes for students at all levels due to the upcoming transport strike. Moreover, the local government will also implement “Libreng Sakay” services to aid commuters affected by the transportation strike. (Our priority is the safety of our commuters and motorists, especially those who will not join the transport strike. Cainta, RizalCainta, Rizal advised all schools to switch to online classes during the transport strike week.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
March 04, 2023 09:17 UTC
Men's beauty habits growing; men's makeup on double-digit rise — expert
Men's beauty habits growing; men's makeup on double-digit rise — expertMen's care is expected to grow beyond the basic in the years to come. The 30-something CEO shared that men's beauty is one of the fastest growing categories in the Philippines. We see more and more men buying skincare routine products," he shared. Apat from these, there is also growing patronage of mascara and makeup among men. For example, what you are seeing is a lot of men are buying a lot of supplements, vitamins.
Source:Philippine Star
March 03, 2023 14:41 UTC
House panel hits no-show of 'Onion Queen'
THE House Committee on Agriculture and Food reprimanded the lawyer of Lilia "Leah" Cruz, dubbed as the "Sibuyas (Onion) Queen," for not presenting his client at the resumption of the panel's inquiry on Monday. The lawyer, Kenneth Bryan Tegio, told the committee that Cruz had a prior commitment "of equal importance" that she must attend to. Cavite Rep. Elpidio Barzaga Jr. took Tegio to task for reasoning that Cruz's commitment was more important than the congressional inquiry. However, we consider such other commitments also very important," Tegio replied. Barzaga told the lawyer Cruz has 24 hours to explain why she should not be held in contempt for failing to attend the inquiry.
Source:Manila Times
February 28, 2023 04:41 UTC
DoH to tap SK for immunization drive
THE Department of Health (DoH) will adapt the suggestion of Bulacan Gov. Daniel Fernando to tap the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials to help in its national immunization program for children. Katrina Anne Balingit, head of the Provincial Public Affairs Office, confirmed on Monday that DoH Undersecretary Enrique Tayag announced recently that the agency will adapt Fernando's suggestion to mobilize SK officials nationwide to increase its immunization coverage. In Bulacan, Fernando suggested that immunization teams empower SK officials to help reach the target of inoculating 95 percent of the children in the province against measles, rubella, tetanus, among others. This is why the governor wants to intensify the campaign for immunization on children.
Source:Manila Times
February 28, 2023 01:10 UTC
Mbappe reaches 200 PSG goals in win over Marseille
PARIS: Kylian Mbappe reached 200 goals for Paris Saint-Germain to become the club's joint all-time top scorer as the France superstar netted twice in his side's 3-0 win over Ligue 1 title rivals Marseille on Sunday. Mbappe scored both his goals at the Velodrome from Lionel Messi assists and in between he set up the Argentine for PSG's other goal as they moved eight points clear at the top of the table. Mbappe's brace took him to a double century of goals for PSG in just short of 250 appearances since signing from Monaco in 2017. Tonight he has equalled Edinson Cavani's magnificent record and he will obviously go on to beat it. Today it was the better team who won," said Marseille coach Igor Tudor, who admitted Mbappe was too hot to handle.
Source:Manila Times
February 27, 2023 21:52 UTC
'Everything Everywhere All at Once' dominates at SAG Awards
The SAG Awards threw some curve balls into the Academy Awards race in a ceremony streamed lived on Netflix's YouTube page from Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. In the week leading up the SAG Awards, the best-picture favorite won with both the producers and directors guilds, two of the most predictive awards ahead of the Oscars. Sunday's SAG Awards lent some clarity in the lead acting awards. After the SAG Awards, presented by the film and television acting guild SAG-Aftra, lost their broadcast home at TNT/TBS, Netflix signed on to stream the ceremony. The SAG Awards are considered one of the most reliable Oscar bellwethers.
Source:Manila Times
February 27, 2023 15:59 UTC
Putin casts war as a battle for Russia’s survival
MOSCOW — President Vladimir Putin cast the confrontation with the West over the Ukraine war as an existential battle for the survival of Russia and the Russian people – and said he was forced to take into account Nato’s nuclear capabilities. The Nato and the West dismiss such narrative, saying their objective is to help Ukraine defend itself against an unprovoked attack. Putin said Russia would only resume discussion once French and British nuclear weapons were also taken into account. Russia, which inherited the Soviet Union’s nuclear weapons, has the world’s biggest store of nuclear warheads. Putin said the biggest result of the past year was the unity of the Russian people.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
February 26, 2023 11:08 UTC
In Seoul, Ukrainians and Russians protest against war
“I remember when Russia invaded Ukraine and the war broke out a year ago, I was completely depressed. My sons are South Korean too, and one day they will serve in the South Korean military. We support Ukraine. She said this was not her first time attending an anti-war demonstration in South Korea. Russia will be fighting with the whole world on Ukraine’s side.”She said she will continue to participate in actions to support Ukraine.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
February 26, 2023 10:37 UTC