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#WalangPasok: Palace suspends classes, government work on October 16, 2017

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Classes at all levels, both public and private, and government work, nationwide, will be suspended for tomorrow, October 16, 2017, Malacañang Palace officially declared Sunday.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWZ__2Sth-RjTbEAM6MwsoFHPVB-iEKA-a3Z0kLR9mtIog-189YdADXAbWbLnPMb_ypxkahlaVLbfJ2dwsQLsRSW8VDoh8C7BCMuubeQjAky33Kg1Rc2kSjVTBvLtnY1O8uzm8Qmu7-a1Q/s1600/walang-pasok-october+16-2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Palace suspends classes, government work on October 16, 2017" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="383" data-original-width="716" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWZ__2Sth-RjTbEAM6MwsoFHPVB-iEKA-a3Z0kLR9mtIog-189YdADXAbWbLnPMb_ypxkahlaVLbfJ2dwsQLsRSW8VDoh8C7BCMuubeQjAky33Kg1Rc2kSjVTBvLtnY1O8uzm8Qmu7-a1Q/s1600/walang-pasok-october+16-2017.jpg" title="Palace suspends classes, government work on October 16, 2017" /></a></div><br />The suspension of classes and work was due to the scheduled transport strike on October 16-17 against the government's plan to phaseout old jeepney units. However, the Office of the Executive Secretary said the announcement does not include suspension on Tuesday.<br /><br />As clarified, the private sector will not be covered (but subject to discretion of employers). <br /><br />As to suspension of government work, Palace added it will issue the usual memorandum circular.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br />Last week, several areas including Makati City, Davao City, San Mateo (Rizal), San Fernando (Pampanga) and schools such as The National Teachers College and UST Legazpi already announced the cancellation of classes.<br /><br />In the past months, jeepney operators had protested against the modernization program of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) in which public utility vehicles (PUVs) that are more than 15 years old will be banned from the road, and will be replaced by vehicles with "low-carbon and low-emission technology."<br /><br />Stop and Go Transport Coalition President Jun Magno said that drivers and operators could not shoulder the P1.6-million loan for new jeepney units and daily amortization of P800.<br /><br />The group proposed for the rehabilitation of old jeepneys instead of acquiring new units.</div>

#WalangPasok: Palace suspends classes, government work on October 16, 2017

MANILA, Philippines - Classes at all levels, both public and private, and government work, nationwide, will be suspended for tomorrow, Octob...

MMDA proposes week-long holiday for ASEAN Summit 2017

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has recommended Malacañang Palace to declare week-long holiday in Metro Manila for the country's hosting of the 31st Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) Summit in November 2017.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0vHd6RJXRs0ou_AgIrAyYEtRAMqE2wgyrMQH3aw76SOcMjpP3AwdlwUGjmdYvwjt7lqlo-fFj6Rc6QiUyZnhTO3oi_SERyfQlOii07UUoQSYLPwDtKeSlIMSrGFRzWaE2kl264DBxjp0c/s1600/asean-summit-2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="MMDA proposes week-long holiday for ASEAN Summit 2017" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="365" data-original-width="716" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0vHd6RJXRs0ou_AgIrAyYEtRAMqE2wgyrMQH3aw76SOcMjpP3AwdlwUGjmdYvwjt7lqlo-fFj6Rc6QiUyZnhTO3oi_SERyfQlOii07UUoQSYLPwDtKeSlIMSrGFRzWaE2kl264DBxjp0c/s1600/asean-summit-2017.jpg" title="MMDA proposes week-long holiday for ASEAN Summit 2017" /></a></div><br />MMDA spokesperson Celine Pialago specifically proposed to suspend classes on November 13, 14 and 15.<br /><br />Pialago told ABS-CBN's Radyo Patrol that it's beneficial if there would be no classes and work to avoid heavy traffic on routes that would be used by ASEAN delegates to go to summit venues around the metro and in Clark, Pampanga.<br /><br />On the Summit week, MMDA will implement stop-and-go traffic scheme or the routes where delegates will pass will be temporarily closed to traffic until the last car of the convoy had passed.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br />On Tuesday, Metro Manila Council (MMC) declared <b><a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2017/10/walang-pasok-class-suspensions-november-16-17-2017-asean-summit.html" rel="nofollow">cancellation of classes on November 16 and 17</a></b> for ASEAN Related Meetings. As clarified, suspension of work in government and private offices in NCR will come from the Malacañang.<br /><br />It can be recalled that commuters in Metro Manila were stranded and have to endure long walks to get to work in the 2015 APEC summit.<br /><br />The Task Force MMDA-ASEAN is currentlt doing a dry run with some of the affected roads include Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway, North and South Luzon Expressways (NLEX and SLEX) and EDSA.<br /><br /><b>Trump to visit PH in November</b><br /><br />Presidential Spokesperson Ernie Abella said US President Donald Trump will visit the country this November for the ASEAN Summit week. Trump's visit underscores the improving PH-US ties and President Rodrigo Duterte is looking forward to welcome the US President in Manila.<br /><br />The Philippines’ year-long and third ASEAN Chairmanship coincides with the regional bloc’s 50th founding anniversary. It will be held together with ASEAN dialogue partners Australia, Canada, China, the European union, India, Japan, New Zealand, Russia, South Korea and the United States.</div>

MMDA proposes week-long holiday for ASEAN Summit 2017

MANILA, Philippines - The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has recommended Malacañang Palace to declare week-long holiday in...

Enchanted Kingdom (EK) tickets now available for 11% off at TravelBook.ph

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - As an exclusive offer from TravelBook.ph, the leading online travel agency (OTA) in the Philippines, travelers can now book Enchanted Kingdom park tickets that are 11% lower than the theme park’s walk-in rates!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXGXQ1DKfeonbcgKAcPMcz11Tl7l_zROBp8NcZOSXFYtKw4dpCcpzGOgcyPZ1uNA7cfhN3eg8fYAIXy_fRC61dV8voQoKykgN0_IMomvQ1qburhy_VnQIHVB31owd6fgzM63t-TvICNJE6/s1600/ek-promo-october-2017.png" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt=" Enchanted Kingdom (EK) tickets now available for 11% off at TravelBook.ph" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="372" data-original-width="708" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXGXQ1DKfeonbcgKAcPMcz11Tl7l_zROBp8NcZOSXFYtKw4dpCcpzGOgcyPZ1uNA7cfhN3eg8fYAIXy_fRC61dV8voQoKykgN0_IMomvQ1qburhy_VnQIHVB31owd6fgzM63t-TvICNJE6/s1600/ek-promo-october-2017.png" title=" Enchanted Kingdom (EK) tickets now available for 11% off at TravelBook.ph" /></a></div><br />Travelers going to Enchanted Kingdom on a weekday can enjoy ride-all-you-can passes for only PHP 536; while those taking a weekend getaway can get park tickets for only PHP 625. All rates are inclusive of VAT and service charges.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br /><b>Exclusive discounted tickets to Agila: The EKsperience</b><br /><br />Meanwhile, those who want to try Enchanted Kingdom’s newest attraction—Agila: The EKsperience can also book discounted tickets with TravelBook.ph. Travel across the Philippine archipelago in just one ride with this leisure package exclusively available in the said OTA. Agila: The EKsperience is the first and only flying theater in the Philippines that offers an innovative virtual experience to discover and explore the best of the country’s 7,641 islands.<br /><br />For as low as PHP 714, travelers get a single ticket to Agila: The EKsperience and a ride-all-you-can pass to Enchanted Kingdom’s rides and leisurely attractions. Those who want to bring children aged six (6) years old and below, meanwhile, may avail of this Enchanted Kingdom leisure package for only PHP 500. This weekday promo rate offered by TravelBook.ph will surely let you enjoy a hassle-free transaction as it is also already inclusive of VAT and service charge.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3VLUOPeAMxEAN32Uct7qdoQTbQVaQJcuRLVT18xWIIYt8Ua_oqBs4e5MeHUW5C0lam1pjk5H_DoDT3nMb5fgOmZt6vp2p2t6e4v84IEphyzcI2DgqfkBAup5ur8GPBQDGujosKvBHyiv-/s1600/enchanted-kingdom-promo-2017.png" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="EK packages October 2017" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="291" data-original-width="570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3VLUOPeAMxEAN32Uct7qdoQTbQVaQJcuRLVT18xWIIYt8Ua_oqBs4e5MeHUW5C0lam1pjk5H_DoDT3nMb5fgOmZt6vp2p2t6e4v84IEphyzcI2DgqfkBAup5ur8GPBQDGujosKvBHyiv-/s1600/enchanted-kingdom-promo-2017.png" title="EK packages October 2017" /></a></div><br />Enchanted Kingdom describes the Agila ride as “an exhilarating multi-sensory adventure that takes park entertainment to incredible heights.” Thrill-seekers can expect to soar high and see the country’s must-visit destinations like how a powerful eagle can, in a magical experience like no other.<br /><br />Tick off some of the local destinations you’ve been dreaming to explore in a magical and thrilling journey when you choose to book your next Enchanted Kingdom adventure with TravelBook.ph Tours! Discounted ticket rates offered by TravelBook.ph for Enchanted Kingdom ends on October 29, 2017.<br /><br />As TravelBook.ph introduces their Tours platform, exciting activities like flying adventures at Trampoline Park, Manila Ocean Park escapades, and day tours at Zoobic Safari are also offered at discounted rates.</div>

Enchanted Kingdom (EK) tickets now available for 11% off at TravelBook.ph

MANILA, Philippines - As an exclusive offer from TravelBook.ph, the leading online travel agency (OTA) in the Philippines, travelers can now...

#WalangPasok: October 20, 27, 28, 2017 special holiday declared in selected areas

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines — There will be no classes and work in selected areas for the specific dates of October 2017 (20, 27 and 28) to give way for the celebration of local events, Malacañang Palace declared.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj00_nnGsZIKg-x6BIHGhy3UoG3S3n5Y8g9P-rTCnWecP2PMgLArfWYD2m-uIjoxhmNwf3OoZTxWCP5R-E-8aK20qalZB1cBLKCZ4QcFSMzL0dh7gQO9PJfFIHTimvDOt0kY5T_T30_5bY7/s1600/walang-pasok-october-20-27-28-2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="#WalangPasok: October 20, 27, 28, 2017 special holiday declared in selected areas" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="714" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj00_nnGsZIKg-x6BIHGhy3UoG3S3n5Y8g9P-rTCnWecP2PMgLArfWYD2m-uIjoxhmNwf3OoZTxWCP5R-E-8aK20qalZB1cBLKCZ4QcFSMzL0dh7gQO9PJfFIHTimvDOt0kY5T_T30_5bY7/s1600/walang-pasok-october-20-27-28-2017.jpg" title="#WalangPasok: October 20, 27, 28, 2017 special holiday declared in selected areas" /></a></div><br />Local holidays were proclaimed by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte through Executive Secretary Salvador C. Medialdea.<br /><br /><b>Proclamation numbers 323-326</b> declare special non-working day in the following areas: Angeles City, Pampanga; Negros Oriental; Mati City, Davao Oriental and Dingle, Province of Iloilo.<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br /><b>RELATED STORIES</b><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2017/10/walang-pasok-class-suspensions-on-monday-october-16-2017.html" rel="nofollow">#WalangPasok: Class suspensions on Monday, October 16, 2017</a></li><li><a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2017/10/walang-pasok-october-12-16-17-19-20-2017-special-holiday-declared-selected-areas.html" rel="nofollow">#WalangPasok: October 12, 16, 17, 19, 20, 2017 special holiday declared in selected areas</a></li><li><a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2017/10/walang-pasok-class-suspensions-november-16-17-2017-asean-summit.html" rel="nofollow">#WalangPasok: Class suspensions on November 16-17, 2017 for ASEAN Summit</a></li></ul><div><br /><b><a href="http://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2017/10oct/20171003-PROC-323-RRD.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proclamation No. 323</a></b>: Special non-working holiday in Angeles City on Friday, October 27, 2017 for <i>Tigtigan Terakan Keng Dalan</i>, a festival which symbolizes the resilience of the people during the Mt. Pinatubo eruption. This was requested by the city mayor for the people of the city to participate on this event.<br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2017/10oct/20171004-PROC-324-RRD.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proclamation No. 324</a></b>: Special non-working holiday in the Province of Negros Oriental on Friday, October 20 for the celebration of <i>Buglasan Festival</i>.<br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2017/10oct/20171004-PROC-325-RRD.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proclamation No. 325</a></b>: Special non-working holiday in the City of Mati, Davao Oriental on Friday, October 27 for the celebration of the 17th <i>Sambuokan Festival</i>. This was requested by the Sangguniang Panlungsod ng Mati.<br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2017/10oct/20171004-PROC-326-RRD.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proclamation No. 326</a></b>: Special non-working holiday in the municipality of Dingle, Province of Iloilo on Saturday, October 28 as requested by the Office of the Sangguniang Bayan. This is in celebration of the First Battle Cry of Revolution against Spain happened in 1898 in Barrio Lincud.<br /><style type="text/css">.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;border-color:#ccc;}.tg td{font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;padding:10px 5px;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;overflow:hidden;word-break:normal;border-color:#ccc;color:#333;background-color:#fff;}.tg th{font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:normal;padding:10px 5px;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;overflow:hidden;word-break:normal;border-color:#ccc;color:#333;background-color:#f0f0f0;}.tg .tg-yw4l{vertical-align:top}.tg .tg-b7b8{background-color:#f9f9f9;vertical-align:top}@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {.tg {width: auto !important;}.tg col {width: auto !important;}.tg-wrap {overflow-x: auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;}}</style><br /><div class="tg-wrap"><table class="tg"><tbody><tr>     <th class="tg-yw4l">Special Holiday</th>     <th class="tg-yw4l">Area</th>     <th class="tg-yw4l">Celebration</th>   </tr><tr>     <td class="tg-b7b8">October 20 (Friday)</td>     <td class="tg-b7b8">Negros Oriental Province</td>     <td class="tg-b7b8">Buglasan Festival</td>   </tr><tr>     <td class="tg-yw4l">October 27 (Friday)</td>     <td class="tg-yw4l">Mati, Davao Oriental</td>     <td class="tg-yw4l">17th Sambuokan Festival</td>   </tr><tr>     <td class="tg-b7b8">October 27 (Friday)</td>     <td class="tg-b7b8">Angeles City</td>     <td class="tg-b7b8">Tigtigan Terakan Keng Dalan</td>   </tr><tr>     <td class="tg-yw4l">October 28 (Saturday)</td>     <td class="tg-yw4l">Dingle, Province of Iloilo</td>     <td class="tg-yw4l">First Battle Cry of Revolution against Spain</td>   </tr></tbody></table></div><br />Meanwhile, a special non-working holiday was also declared (<a href="http://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2017/10oct/20171004-PROC-327-RRD.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Proclamation No. 327</a>) in <b>Muntinlupa on December 19</b>, which would mark the 100th anniversary of the city as an independent local government unit.<br /><br />Malacañang Palace said that it is proper that the people on the said areas be given full opportunity to celebrate and participate in the occasion with appropriate ceremonies.<br /><br /><b>READ</b>: <a href="http://pinoybuzz.blogkorner.com/2016/08/full-list-philippines-holidays-in-2017.html" rel="nofollow">Holidays, Observances in the Philippines for 2017</a><br /><br />As defined in the Administrative Code of 1987, Book III, Chapter 2, Section 4, Proclamations are "acts of the President fixing a date or declaring a status or condition of public moment or interest, upon the existence of which the operation of a specific law or regulation is made to depend, shall be promulgated in proclamations which shall have the force of an executive order."</div></div>

#WalangPasok: October 20, 27, 28, 2017 special holiday declared in selected areas

MANILA, Philippines — There will be no classes and work in selected areas for the specific dates of October 2017 (20, 27 and 28) to give way...