Cessna crashes off La Union town; 2 passengers hurt
MANILA, Philippines — A Cessna 172 aircraft crashed into the waters near San Fernando town in La Union province on Tuesday, injuring two of its passengers. According to the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (Caap), the aircraft immediately called San Fernando Tower in San Fernando Airport and declared an emergency shortly after taking off at 8:23 a.m.ADVERTISEMENTA few moments later, the plane crashed into the water. READ: Caap: Cessna aircraft crash landed in Bulacan; 2 onboard safe“Two passengers on board were rescued with reported minor injuries and were rushed to the hospital,” Caap said in an advisory. Cssp said aircraft accident investigators are still determining the cause of the Cessna 172’s crash.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
May 21, 2024 19:46 UTC
Markets retreat as traders take profits, eye commodities' spike
Markets retreat as traders take profits, eye commodities' spikePeople stand in front of an electronic display showing the Hang Seng Index in the Central district of Hong Kong on July 26, 2021, after stocks plunged as tuition firms were hammered by China's decision to reform the private education sector by preventing them from making profits. HONGKONG , China — Markets in Asia and Europe suffered a downturn Tuesday after racking up a series of gains as profit-takers stepped in, while traders were also spooked by a surge in commodity prices. Chinese property firms, which soared Friday on the support news, sank in Hong Kong. "For the market to keep momentum this week, it may come down to just one stock -- Nvidia," Freedom Capital Markets' Jay Woods said. "It sure feels like the hype for this earnings event will be the talk of trading desks and financial media all week."
Source:Philippine Star
May 21, 2024 18:58 UTC
Cabbies may break the law by accident over sting operations against Uber: John Lee
Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu urged cabbies with limited legal knowledge not to conduct their own “undercover” operations to bust Uber drivers as they have never received relevant training and may accidentally break the law. His remarks came on Tuesday as a number of videos have been circulating online, showing taxi drivers posing as Uber passengers and calling the police upon arriving at the destination. Lee noted that sting operations involve legal issues and if the law enforcement agencies are to conduct one they have to follow stringent regulations. He continued that anyone who has never been trained and has limited legal knowledge may accidentally break the law during the sting operations. Also read:- Steer clear of undercover Uber ops, union chief tells taxi drivers- Cabbies urged to exercise restraint after going undercover to bust Uber drivers themselves- (Editorial) Taxi drivers fire Uber warning shot
Source:The Standard
May 21, 2024 16:31 UTC
(Video) At least one dead, 30 injured after London-Singapore flight hit severe turbulence: Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines said flight SQ321 took off from London's Heathrow airport and "encountered severe turbulence en-route". Another 12 are being treated in hospitals," wrote an update provided by Singapore Airlines. Tracking data captured by FlightRadar24 and analyzed by The Associated Press showed the Singapore Airlines flight cruising at an altitude of 37,000 feet (11,300 meters). "Singapore Airlines offers its deepest condolences to the family of the deceased," the airline said. Singapore Airlines has had seven accidents according to records by the Aviation Safety Network.
Source:The Standard
May 21, 2024 16:29 UTC
Ivana Alawi awarded TikTok Shop Celebrity of the Year
Ivana Alawi awarded TikTok Shop Celebrity of the YearMANILA, Philippines — Kapamilya actress Ivana Alawi received the TikTok Shop Celebrity of the Year award recently. "First I'd like to thank TikTok Shop for this special award. The content creator said that the e-commerce site has a special place in her heart. "Actually, TikTok shop has a very special place in my heart kasi ang daming sales because of TikTok Shop and ang daming natutulungan, our affiliates and all," she said. — Video by Anjilica AndayaRELATED: Ivana Alawi denies involvement with Mayor Albee Benitez
Source:Philippine Star
May 21, 2024 04:35 UTC
Ease of paying value-added tax?
Ease of paying value-added tax? As the name of the law suggests, the EOPT Act aims to increase the government’s revenue by improving tax administration. One of these regulations is RR 03-2024 covering value added tax (VAT) and percentage tax. Further changes to tax refund claims introduced by the EOPT Act are also provided in RR 05-2024. The firm has been recognized as a Tier 1 in Transfer Pricing Practice and in General Corporate Tax Practice by the International Tax Review.
Source:Philippine Star
May 20, 2024 17:32 UTC
PCG sends personnel to ‘critical’ regions to boost sea security
PCG sends personnel to ‘critical’ regions to boost sea securityThe Philippine Coast Guard deploys personnel to Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, Northern Mindanao and Southwestern Mindanao. MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Monday sent 110 personnel to six “critical” regions to enhance law enforcement at sea. According to the PCG, the deployment of MARSLEGs focuses on regions with heavy maritime traffic and frequent security incidents. “We reaffirm our commitment to working together to uphold the highest standards of maritime security and ensure the territorial integrity of our country," Punzalan said. Each MARSLEG is composed of highly trained PCG personnel from its K9, security and border protection, investigation and detection, surface patrol force and sea marshall forces.
Source:Philippine Star
May 20, 2024 17:20 UTC
(Video) Two Hongkongers injured after being hit by car in Taipei
A video showing a mother and daughter from Hong Kong getting struck by a car in Taiwan went viral on Monday with the pair fortunately sustaining only minor injuries. The incident happened last Saturday (May 18) when the mother and daughter were walking along the junction of Fuxing Road and Da'an Road shortly before 8 pm. A sedan hit the pair at the pedestrian crossing, where the 65-year-old mother - surnamed Yeung - and the 24-year-old daughter - surnamed Chiu - were sent flying with their belongings scattered all over the area. A biker rushed forward to check on the duo. Yeung and Chiu were lucky to have only scraped their knees and did not require hospitalization.
Source:The Standard
May 20, 2024 17:09 UTC
WATCH: Century Tuna Superbods 2024 finalists flex muscles, abs
WATCH: Century Tuna Superbods 2024 finalists flex muscles, absMANILA, Philippines — Summer just got hotter as food label Century Tuna recently unveiled actress Kathryn Bernardo as its new endorser and 36 hopefuls as the finalists of Century Tuna Superbods 2024 with theme, “Best You Ever.”At a recent runway show in Whitespace events place in Makati, the finalists flexed their muscles and abs in swimwear and in active wear by local fashion brand Bench. Now on its 9th season, Superbods is set to culminate with a Finals Night on July 9. The male and female grand winners will each receive P500,000 tax-free, while the runners-up will receive P200,000 tax-free. — Video by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo; video editing by Martin Ramos
Source:Philippine Star
May 20, 2024 16:54 UTC
Dying lands: Desertification taking another form in PH
Land degradation, as defined by the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), refers to the deterioration of land quality caused by human activities or natural phenomena. “Investing in large-scale land restoration is a powerful, cost-effective tool to combat desertification, soil erosion, and loss of agricultural production. Alarming PH situationIn the Philippines, the extent of land degradation is alarming. Among the primary drivers of land degradation in the Philippines are illegal logging, unsustainable agricultural practices, and conversion of forests into agricultural land. Desertification and heatA specific type of land degradation, known as desertification, has been impacting various countries globally and is feared to affect the Philippines.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
May 20, 2024 16:39 UTC
Two dead in stabbing at central China primary school: state media
A woman wielding a fruit knife killed two people and injured four more on Monday at a primary school in central China, state media said, citing local police. The assault took place around midday in the city of Guixi in Jiangxi province, state broadcaster CCTV said. The suspect, a 45-year-old surnamed Pan, is being held by police and the case is under investigation, CCTV said. Mass violent crime is relatively rare in China, which strictly prohibits citizens from owning firearms, but there has been a spate of stabbings in recent years. This month, two people were killed and 21 wounded after a man went on a stabbing spree at a hospital in southwest China's Yunnan province.
Source:The Standard
May 20, 2024 16:30 UTC
Government launches plan to modernize, expand railway networks nationwide
The Philippine government will be supporting a multibillion dollar investment program to construct new railway lines, integrate existing railway infrastructures and introduce state-of-the-art railway system technologies. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO The Philippine Railway Development Plan also include establishing a Philippine Railway Academy, to teach future railway engineers. AdvertisementThe proposed two railway projects under the Philippine Railway Development Plan will encompass routes in North Luzon and Mindanao. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOThe railway development plan will tremendously boost the Philippine Economy in the next decades to come. AdvertisementFurthermore, part of the Railway Development Plan initiatives is to prioritize sustainability, with focus on Technology Transfer through the establishment of the Philippine Railway Academy.
Source:Manila Times
May 20, 2024 15:20 UTC
Can China de-escalate?
The Coast Guard? I cannot see how the Chinese coast guard intends to deny the freedom of international navigation to those sailing in the contested waters. Since China is a serious country, it could rescind its reported decision to arrest "trespassers" in the area. The fact that the Chinese maritime force had avoided any incident while successfully shadowing the "Atin Ito" convoy in contested South China Sea waters could be an indication that China is not really averse to having such talks, the sources said. As a tireless proponent of peaceful engagement between the Philippines and China, and of a meaningful rapprochement between China and the US, I continue to believe it is the best deal we can ever get for our people and the rest of the world.
Source:Manila Times
May 20, 2024 06:54 UTC
Musk launches Starlink in Indonesia
(UPDATE) DENPASAR, Indonesia – Tech billionaire Elon Musk landed Sunday on Indonesia's resort island of Bali, where he aims to launch his Starlink service to extend internet to remote areas of the country. AFP PHOTOMusk, making his first visit to the Southeast Asian nation, is scheduled to launch Starlink alongside President Joko Widodo at a clinic in Bali's capital Denpasar on Sunday afternoon. Maritime and Investment Coordinating Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan said Starlink "has the capability to reach even the most remote areas of Indonesia." After the trial, Starlink, which acquired a permit to operate in Indonesia earlier this month, could be rolled out commercially across the archipelago. AdvertisementUsing a network of low Earth orbit satellites, Starlink can provide internet to remote locations or areas that have had normal communications infrastructure disabled.
Source:Manila Times
May 20, 2024 04:19 UTC
Marcos says photos with Alice Guo prove nothing
Marcos says photos with Alice Guo prove nothingBamban Mayor Alice Guo and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. poses for a photo at a campaign sortie during the 2022 national elections on March 8, 2022. MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said his photos with Bamban Mayor Alice Guo, who is currently facing controversies over suspicions about her citizenship and alleged connections to an offshore gaming operator, mean nothing. Guo posted photos of her and Marcos last week after the chief executive claimed to be unaware of her existence. Additional photos of Guo and Marcos from a campaign sortie during the 2022 elections also surfaced. Marcos earlier said that none of the local politicians in Tarlac had heard of Guo before she won the 2022 polls.
Source:Philippine Star
May 20, 2024 01:02 UTC