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Political Dynasty
By: Ferdz M. Brizo / FB Eye I am one of those in favor of amending the Constitution, provided that the first action taken is on the political dynasty provision, which should be engraved in the Constitution to prohibit political dynasties. This is one of the most crucial provisions that should have a fixed policy […] The post Political Dynasty appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, April 12
SEOUL -- South Korea's employment kept rising last month due to a fast increase in elderly jobs, statistical office data showed Friday. The number of employed people aged 15 or older expanded 173,000 from a year earlier to 28,396,000 in March, according to Statistics Korea. It marked the lowest growth in over three years since February 2021, but the employment continued to grow thanks to higher elderly jo.....»»
Cash aid to elderly in Angeles City resumes
Cash aid to elderly in Angeles City resumes.....»»
House helper admits killing elderly couple
A day after claiming she was innocent, a housemaid has admitted killing an elderly couple in Quezon City......»»
PWDs, elderly want more employment opportunities
Some establishments are hiring persons with disabilities and the elderly. But the Philippines still has a long way to go to close the gap......»»
PAL stops elderly Fil-Am with COPD from flying sans oxygen tank
MANILA, Philippines — Flag carrier Philippine Airlines stopped an elderly Filipino-American woman from flying back to the United States due to her medical condition, a US media report said. Jovita Domingo, 86, was not allowed to board a PAL flight despite showing a doctor’s certificatioon saying she was “fit to travel by air” and that.....»»
Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders
Human rights group Karapatan, said there are at least 91 individuals who have been charged with violations of the ATA and Republic Act No. 10168 or the law on the prevention and suppression of terrorist financing. There are also at least 27 political prisoners charged under both laws. The post Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Reflections after a prison visit
Given the constraints they face, political prisoners deserve our utmost respect for choosing defiance instead of compromise and collaboration with the class enemy. They provide a dignified example of how to live a life devoted to the cause of fighting with the oppressed. Their activism is demonized and criminalized by those who see no evil in the obscene hoarding of the nation’s wealth by the elite and the exploitation of the poor and powerless by those in power. The post Reflections after a prison visit appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Political prisoners wait an average of 4 years in jail while on trial
'There is a responsibility on the entire justice system to ensure that cases like these do not languish in prison,' says UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan.....»»
Palace adviser calls for political Charter amendments
A disbarred lawyer and adviser of President Marcos is pushing for “political amendments” in the 1987 Constitution, with eight suggested political reforms that include extending the term limits of all elected government officials......»»
Palace adviser calls for political Charter amendments
A disbarred lawyer and adviser of President Marcos is pushing for “political amendments” in the 1987 Constitution, with eight suggested political reforms that include extending the term limits of all elected government officials......»»
Yogi Ruiz plans to form own political party
CEBU CITY, Philippines- Former Customs Commissioner Yogi Ruiz plans to create a new local political party in Cebu, aiming to join the mayoral race in the 2025 midterm election. Ruiz stated that the political party, dubbed “Partido Cebuano,” would be established once all documentary requirements are fulfilled and submitted to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)......»»
Marcos-Duterte rival rallies ‘a disgusting display of political ambitions,’ says lawmaker
Amid the growing rift, a lawmaker asserted that Filipinos are bearing the brunt of the ongoing political play. The post Marcos-Duterte rival rallies ‘a disgusting display of political ambitions,’ says lawmaker appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, April 8
TOKYO -- The number of people hospitalized in Japan due to health damage related to Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's dietary supplement containing red yeast rice, or beni-koji, had risen to 212, local media reported on Monday. The figure was updated as of Sunday, with those who have since been discharged included, national news agency Kyodo reported citing the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. (Japan-Drugmaker-He.....»»
216 hospitalized due to food poisoning
Up to 216 people were rushed to a hospital due to food poisoning in Esperanza, Agusan del Sur on Monday......»»
Former Malaysia PM Mahathir hospitalized again with infection
The former Malaysia Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who has a history of heart problems, has been in and out of hospital in recent years and has undergone bypass surgeries.....»»
Shear line-induced disaster death in Davao Region climbs to 12
Summary: The Davao Region has witnessed a devastating toll with 12 reported casualties due to the ongoing shear line surge and localized thunderstorms, leading to widespread flooding in eastern sections of Mindanao. In Monkayo, 10 lives were lost during a prayer meeting, with one person still missing and a child hospitalized. Financial assistance and support are being provided to the affected families. In Davao City, two individuals were buried alive in separate incidents. The Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has raised the alert status to closely monitor the situation. The state weather bureau forecasts continued adverse weather conditions in the coming days......»»
Han So-hee, Ryu Jun-yeol kumpirmadong ‘currently dating’
KINUMPIRMA na ng Korean actress na si Han So-hee ang real score nila ng Korean actor na si Ryu Jun-yeol. Ang kanilang relationship status –“currently dating.” Nilinaw din ng aktres na nagsimula ang pag-iibigan nila ilang buwan matapos ang breakup ng dating magdyowa na sina Jun-yeol at Hyeri. Magugunita na tumagal ang dating couple ng.....»»
Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper ‘currently dating’, spotted na magka-holding hands
HULING-HULI sa akto ang pagiging sweet sa isa’t-isa ng sikat na supermodel na si Gigi Hadid at Hollywood actor na si Bradley Cooper. Matapos kasi ang “dating rumors” last year, ibinandera ng dalawa ang kanilang public display of affection o PDA sa publiko. Ibig sabihin, confirmed na “currently dating” ngayon sina Gigi at Bradley. Sa.....»»
Hamas tells mediators it will stick to original position on ceasefire
Hamas earlier presents a Gaza ceasefire proposal to mediators and the United States in mid-March that includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for freedom for Palestinian prisoners, 100 of whom are serving life sentences.....»»