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Sorsogon: The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) announced that it has released PHP1.2 million in compensation to the widow of a lineman who tragically died from electrocution while on duty. According to Philippines News Agency, DOLE 5 (Bicol) Director Imelda Gatinao stated that the widow, Maricar (not her real name), was granted PHP1,224,985.28. This amount covers cash benefits, insurance claims, and separation pay provided by the Social Security System’s Employees’ Compensation Commission (SSS-ECC). Gatinao emphasized that the compensation was a result of a comprehensive investigation into Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and General Labor Standards (GLS) violations by the

Manila: At least seven taxi drivers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) were apprehended for various offenses, as announced by Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) General Manager Eric Ines. This development is part of an intensified effort to address issues with erring taxi drivers at the airport. According to Philippines News Agency, a composite team was formed on Sunday to tackle the problem and has been operational 24/7. The team comprises the MIAA, its Airport Police Department (APD), the Land Transportation Office (LTO), the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), and the Philippine National Police (PNP) Aviation Security

Manila: As the country celebrates Arbor Day on Wednesday, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) renewed its call for Filipinos to take part in protecting Philippine forests and restoring degraded ecosystems. In his Arbor Day message, Environment Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla underscored the vital role of trees in ensuring environmental sustainability and climate resilience. According to Philippines News Agency, Arbor Day in the Philippines is celebrated every June 25, in accordance with Presidential Proclamation No. 643 and Republic Act 10176, known as the Arbor Day Act of 2012. This law encourages citizens from all sectors of society to

Tokyo: The Japanese industry ministry announced Tuesday that it will set up a third-party organization to improve the working conditions of animation industry workers. The initiative is part of a five-year action plan intended to boost overseas sales of Japanese content such as manga and video games to 20 trillion yen by 2033. According to Philippines News Agency, the Japanese anime industry has been facing chronic labor shortages linked to poor working conditions, which have resulted in a decline in the number of productions. The ministry’s plan aims to help the content industry release high-quality works abroad sustainably by allowing

Misamis Oriental: The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is launching sustainable projects in the second half of 2025 under the Special Area for Agricultural Development (SAAD) Program Phase 2 in Misamis Oriental province. The initiative aims to promote growth and development in the province’s fisheries sector. According to Philippines News Agency, Arlene Novo, the provincial SAAD focal person, stated that these sustainable initiatives will collaborate with the Provincial Program Management Support Office (PPMSO). The focus will be on promoting inclusive growth and ensuring that the fisheries sector in Misamis Oriental benefits from community-driven interventions. Novo emphasized the importance