MANILA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES DECLARING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2010 AS A NATIONAL HOLIDAY IN CELEBRATION OF EID’L-ADHA (FEAST OF SACRIFICE) WHEREAS, RA 9849 provides that Eid’l Adha shall be celebrated as a national holiday; WHEREAS, Eid’l Adha is one of the two greatest feast of Islam; WHEREAS, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) has confirmed that the feast of Eid’l Adha falls on November 16, 2010; NOW, THEREFORE, I, BENIGNO S. AQUINO III, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare Tuesday, November 16, 2010 as a national holiday in observance of Eid’l Adha (Feast of Sacrifice). IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed. Done in the city of Manila, this 9th day of November, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Ten. (Sgd.) BENIGNO S. AQUINO III By the President: Executive SecretaryMALACAÑANG
(Sgd.) PAQUITO N. OCHOA JR.
Earlier this week, critics panned the Department of Tourism’s “Pilipinas Kay Ganda” campaign, but now netizens are taking notice of its logo’s similarities to Poland’s Ministry of Sports and Tourism’s logo.
(via junkyardkid:Good job DOT and Campaigns & Grey. *Path on the back*)
Critics: DOT’s ‘Pilipinas Kay Ganda’ not so pretty
by Sophia Dedace, GMANews.TVAs far as the online community is concerned, the government’s newly-launched tourism campaign highlighting the Philippines’ beauty is off to a not-so-beautiful start. On Monday, the Department of Tourism (DOT) introduced its “Pilipinas Kay Ganda” (Philippines So Beautiful) campaign, but the slogan and its accompanying website (beautifulpilipinas.com) were both met with heavy criticism online. By Tuesday morning, barely a day after it was launched, the website was taken down for an overhaul.
I hope this issue will stop soon! This is far less important than any other issues our country is facing right now. Too much attention had already been done and it’s time to stop. Let’s all move on and let the concerned people do their job.
Government Offices should not have LUNCH BREAK!
This is interesting! Sec Duque is discussing with Anthony Taberna and Gerry Baja about CITIZEN CHARTER. One major factor of it is that national government offices should not have lunch break instead, they should operate like that of a bank wherein tellers undergo shifting schedules on taking their break. Anyone caught should be reported to Civil Service Commission and will be penalized.
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Mga bagong perang may lagda na ni Pangulong Aquino, iprinisinta ng BSP sa Malakanyang
Pormal nang ipinakita ng Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) ang mga bagong perang papel na may lagda ni Pangulong Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III.
Pinangunahan ni BSP Governor Amado Tetangco ang pagpiprisinta ng bagong bank notes kay Pangulong Auqino sa Malakanyang.
Nilinaw naman ni BSP Corporate Affairs Director Fe dela Cruz na maaari pa ring gamitin ang mga lumang perang may lagda ni dating Pangulong Gloria Arroyo.
Inihayag ni Dela Cruz na sa Disyembre ay ilalabas na rin ng BSP ang mga bagong disenyo ng perang papel at coins na dinagdagan ang security features.Report from Ruby Tayag, Radyo Patrol 16
Source: http://www.dzmm.com.ph/tabid/82/Article/12298/Mga-bagong-perang-may-lagda-na-ni-Pangulong-Aquino-iprinisinta-ng-BSP-sa-Malakanyang.aspx
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The flagdown rate will be P40 for the first 500 meters starting January 15 and succeeding charges will also go up from P2.50 to P3.50 for every 250 meters or for every two minutes of waiting time.
The LTFRB based its decision on the petition filed last January 22, 2010 by the Philippine National Taxi Operators Association (PNTOA), said Manuel Iway, a member of the LTFRB board.
But Anakpawis-Davao spokesperson Franchie Buhayan described the increase as “too much” and “unfair” to the working class, whose petition for a P125 across-the-board wage increase is yet to be acted upon by the government.
Frequently Asked Questions: What are the most recent rules on number coding (UVVRP), including changes per city/municipality? (Updated December 20, 2010)
The Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) or Number Coding Scheme starts at 7:00 am - 7:00 pm with window hours starting from 10:00 am - 3:00 in the afternoon.
The Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) or Number Coding Scheme starts at 7:00 am - 7:00 pm with window hours starting from 10:00 am - 3:00 in the afternoon.
The cities of Makati and Las Piñas do not implement window hours. Thus, number coding is strictly implemented from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm.
The city of Pasig implements its window hour from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
The city of Taguig does not implement the Number Coding Scheme within its internal roads. But the scheme is enforced on the National Roads within its boundaries, i.e. C5, East Service Road and Manuel L. Quezon.
The cities of Parañaque, Marikina, and Muntinlupa do not implement the Number Coding Scheme.
In addition, the following areas in Pasay do not implement the Number Coding Scheme: Ninoy Aquino Ave., MIA Road, Domestic Road, Airport Road, Sales Road, and portions of Buendia.
EDSA, C-5 Road, Diosdado Macapagal Avenue, and Roxas Boulevard are included in the implementation of Window Hours regardless of the city where they belong.
All Public Utility Buses (City and Provincial) are now covered under the Number Coding Scheme, with no “Window Hours”. Motorcycles, on the other hand are exempted from the scheme.
All UVVRP exemptions and truck ban conduct passes granted in accordance with MMDA Regulation No. 96-005, as amended, MMDA Regulation 98-006-A, and MMDA Regulation 10-001 shall not include authority to use the Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA).
Frequently Asked Questions: What To Do During Vehicular Accidents
Minor Accidents
- Safety First
- Do Not Cause Traffic
- Interacting with the Other Driver
- Insurance and Repairs
The principle concern during a car accident is the safety and well-being of everyone involved. Alight from your vehicle and take pictures of the situation whatever happens.
After that, the drivers should pull their vehicles out of the road immediately so that they’re both clear of oncoming traffic. Use flares or cones, if you have them, to alert other drivers, and turn on your hazard lights so that you can be more visible. Call the nearest hospital if anyone has been hurt. Do not leave the scene of an accident—even a minor one—until everything has been resolved to everyone’s satisfaction.
Once the initial shock wears off and it’s apparent that no one’s been seriously hurt, tempers may flare. Refrain from losing your temper. Get the other driver’s name, address, contact information and insurance details, and provide the same for him (this is why it’s a good idea to carry your insurance information in your vehicle). See if an amicable settlement can be made. If not, call the MMDA hotline 1-3-6, and ask for traffic enforcers/investigators to be present on the scene immediately. Remain at the scene until the investigators arrive and tell you that you can go.
With the basics taken care of, it’s time to see about the damage to your car and how you can go about getting it fixed. If you can, call your insurance agent immediately while you’re still at the scene and ask him about repairs. Keep in touch with the traffic investigators, and file a report on the accident if they ask.
Major Accidents
- Check if anyone is hurt.
- Make sure to take pictures of the accident.
- Move your vehicle off to the side of the road if possible.
- Let the investigator take command of the situation, and institute measures to prevent the accident from getting worse.
- Exchange information with the other driver.
- Contact your insurance company and know what your policy covers.
- File an accident report with the police department.
Check yourself and your passengers to see if anyone has been injured. If someone is hurt, summon medical assistance right away, or dial MMDA 1-3-6 and ask for a medical team and a traffic investigator to go to the scene.
Once your condition and that of your passengers has been established, take pictures. This is the best arguing tool that you can have. Photos showing the vehicles and the surrounding area can help get you out of a bind if the other person denies what happened. Make sure to take pictures of both vehicles, (including license plates), and the area in which the accident occurred.
It is unsafe to continue to sit in traffic and a two-car fender bender could turn into a multiple-car pileup very quickly. If you are unable to move your vehicle, make sure to stay in the area of the incident until the investigators arrives.
When the police arrive, you will want to get their names so that you can refer back them later when reviewing the accident details. Additionally, you shouldn’t rely solely on the police report to tell your side of the story.
If involved in an accident with another driver, make sure to exchange the following information with that driver: name, address, phone number, insurance company, policy number, driver’s license number and license plate number. You also should write a description of each vehicle, including the make, model, year and color.
After exchanging information with the other driver, you next move should be to contact your insurance company to let them know that you’ve been in an accident and to give them your version of the events. Additionally, you should be aware of what exactly your policy covers. You might find out that the actual cost to repair your car manageable enough to avoid going through your insurer and incurring a premium hike.
Having a police report on hand can assist in speeding up the insurance claims process. You can file a report at your local police
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