TRAILBLAZER. Established in 1989, Mindanao Gold Star Daily aimed set ablaze a new meaning and flame to the local newspaper industry. Throughout the years it continued its focus and interest in the rural areas and pioneered the growth of community journalism.
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Concerned citizens are urging the Roads and Traffic Administration and the City Local Environment and Natural Resources Office to enforce the rules more strictly, especially in high-traffic areas like Divisoria.
City officials have acknowledged the problem but have yet to implement a long-term solution.
It’s a step in the right direction, especially in a city where public Muslim prayer spaces in commercial areas remain rare. But for some of the faithful who use the space regularly, it’s a step that could go further.
If the RTA leadership is only good at rationalizing their incompetence, how can we expect the traffic aides on the road to effectively perform their tasks?
“Before, our activities were only seen by members. But now, we want people outside to understand what a cooperative truly is. It’s more than just saving and borrowing — we’re here to improve lives,” Ficco CEO Edgardo A. Micayabas told Gold Star Daily.
WATER everywhere except in our faucets. It's quite comedic that Cagayan de Oro is abundant with surface water (when it rains) and yet its water distribution utility, the COWD, apparently lacks the balls to fill its pipes with potable water.
But recently, many Cogon shoppers have noticed a sharp increase in prices, making it harder to find cheap deals.
However, as the story moves forward, the pacing gets uneven. The tension begins to fizzle, and plot threads that seem promising are either dropped or rushed. The characters — some of whom start strong — begin to feel like passengers rather than drivers of the narrative.
According to the Land Transportation Office Muffler Law, mufflers should not exceed 99 decibels for motorcycles and 115 decibels for cars. Authorities can confiscate the vehicle, issue fines, or revoke registrations for violators. However, enforcement remains a challenge.