Oriental Mindoro’s disabled and displaced benefit from DOLE internship

Despite facing personal challenges, Roilan G. Lingon did not let his disability deter him from securing meaningful employment. He tried his luck with the Government Internship Program (GIP) of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on August 16th of the current year. Roilan expressed his gratitude to DOLE for accepting him as a beneficiary… Read More Oriental Mindoro’s disabled and displaced benefit from DOLE internship

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Goring rapidly intensifies; PH braces for intense rain and wind

Typhoon “Goring” is rapidly intensifying as it continues to churn over the sea east of Babuyan Islands, according to the latest bulletin from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). The typhoon’s impact on land areas is bringing several hazards that include heavy rainfall, severe winds, and hazardous coastal conditions. Current position and… Read More Goring rapidly intensifies; PH braces for intense rain and wind

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DA clusters corn farmers in Occidental Mindoro for support, production boost

To further enhance and improve the production and income of corn farmers, the Department of Agriculture (DA) is launching a “clustering” initiative, grouping these farmers together. The DA said this step aims to expedite and simplify the delivery of assistance and services from the government to the formed corn farmer groups. “Whenever these groups need… Read More DA clusters corn farmers in Occidental Mindoro for support, production boost

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Goring strengthens, forecast to develop into typhoon by Saturday

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warns that Tropical Storm Goring continues to gain strength and is moving in a south-southwest direction, posing risks of heavy rainfall and severe winds in several areas. Land hazards Forecast data indicates accumulated rainfall of 50-100 mm in Batanes, Babuyan Islands, and the northeastern region of… Read More Goring strengthens, forecast to develop into typhoon by Saturday

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Updated PH travel protocols released to fight human trafficking

The Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) under the Department of Justice has approved the revised guidelines on departure requirements for Filipino passengers traveling abroad, effective September 3, 2023. The new guidelines aim to enhance measures against human trafficking by requiring Filipino travelers to present additional travel documents and information. The IACAT emphasized that the revised… Read More Updated PH travel protocols released to fight human trafficking

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Free cleft lip, cleft palate surgeries offered in Oriental Mindoro

Residents of Oriental Mindoro with cleft lip and cleft palate conditions are set to benefit from a free surgery initiative, according to an announcement by the Gloria Municipal Gazette. The medical outreach, scheduled to be held at the Oriental Mindoro Southern District Hospital in Brgy. Odiong, Roxas, is a collaborative effort between the Ruel Foundation,… Read More Free cleft lip, cleft palate surgeries offered in Oriental Mindoro

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Goring intensifies; heavy rains, wind, and coastal warnings issued

Tropical Storm Goring has intensified and is expected to further strengthen, possibly reaching typhoon status by tomorrow, with the potential of becoming a super typhoon, according to the 5 a.m. bulletin issued by the state weather bureau on Friday, August 25. Currently, Goring’s center was located 220 kilometers east southeast of Basco, Batanes, moving slowly… Read More Goring intensifies; heavy rains, wind, and coastal warnings issued

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Goring maintains strength, moves north northwestward

Tropical Depression Goring is holding its power as it courses north northwestward over the Philippine Sea, just east of Basco, Batanes, as of the 11 a.m. weather bulletin on Thursday, August 24. Goring’s center is located 355 kilometers east-northeast of Calayan, Cagayan, or 300 kilometers east of Basco, Batanes, with a movement speed of 15… Read More Goring maintains strength, moves north northwestward

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Tulfo pushes for one-strike policy and stronger liability for abusive employers

In response to a disturbing case of maltreatment against a domestic worker, Senator Idol Raffy Tulfo has proposed a one-strike policy and increased criminal liability for abusive employers. This move seeks to address and reduce the growing concerns surrounding the mistreatment of kasambahays, or domestic workers, in the Philippines. The senator’s proposal came during the… Read More Tulfo pushes for one-strike policy and stronger liability for abusive employers

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