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Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home

Juan is just one out of many fisherfolk unable to make a living from the sight that greets them in the morning and lulls them at night. When reclamation started in Manila Bay and in Bulacan Aerotropolis, it meant finding source material for dumping, and there is no need to look farther than Cavite whose coasts are rich in black sand. High in iron content, the black sand can be used for concrete and asphalt production—a vital ingredient for built infrastructure. The post Lab Notes | Rosario’s black sand: That which we call home appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Three juvenile Black-winged kites rescued in Sultan Kudarat province

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 8 March) – The three chicks rescued by a farmer at a sugarcane plantation in Barangay Katiko, President Quirino, Sultan Kudarat last Wednesday were juvenile Black-winged kites or Black-shouldered kites, Dr. Jayson Ibañez, Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) director for operations, said. Ibanez told MindaNews on Thursday that Black-winged kites are categorized […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

STATEMENT | Bulatlat reminds Philippine military of culpability in cyber-attacks and misinformation

Bulatlat maintains that these so-called “cyber security” efforts could mean online surveillance, distributed denial of service (DDOS) attacks, “fake news” and other forms of attacks aimed to suppress freedom of the press and of expression, as well as the people’s right to information. This issue was brought to the attention of the UN Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of the Right to Freedom of Opinion and Expression Irene Khan who will hold her official country visit next week. The post STATEMENT | Bulatlat reminds Philippine military of culpability in cyber-attacks and misinformation appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Concerns conveyed to China over cyber activity

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has confirmed New Zealand's concerns about cyber activity have been conveyed directly to the Chinese Government.   "The Prime Minister and Minister Collins have expressed concerns today about malicious cyber activity, attributed to groups sponsored by the Chinese Government, targeting democratic institutions in both New Zealand and the United Ki.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Bello confident of Dabawenyos’ support in his cyber libel trial

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 27 February)—Defeated vice-presidential candidate Professor Walden Bello said that the people of Davao are for the “rule of law” and will support him as his trial for the two counts of cyber libel began on Monday at the Regional Trial Court Branch 10 here. Bello told reporters in a press conference […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Over 6 million Filipino Catholics join Black Nazarene procession

MANILA, The Philippines: More than six million Filipino Catholic devotees gathered for this year's procession to honor the Black Nazarene, transforming the streets of Manila into a vibrant display of religious devotion. The centuries-old tradition, which pays homage to the black wooden statue of Jesus Christ believed to possess healing powers, drew massive numbers, resuming after a three-year hiatus due to COVI.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Filipino Catholics throng Manila streets to honor Black Nazarene

MANILA, The Philippines: More than six million Filipino Catholic devotees gathered for this year's procession to honor the Black Nazarene, transforming the streets of Manila into a vibrant display of religious devotion. The centuries-old tradition, which pays homage to the black wooden statue of Jesus Christ believed to possess healing powers, drew massive numbers, resuming after a three-year hiatus due to COVI.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

SC: Prescription period for cyber libel is 1 year, not 12,15 years

Cyber libel cases should be filed within a year upon the discovery of the complainant, the Supreme Court (SC) clarified in a decision released on Friday. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Philippines, Germany eye cyber, maritime defense cooperation

The Philippines and Germany are eyeing to expand their defense cooperation to include cyber and maritime domains, President Marcos said, in light of China’s continued dangerous maneuvers and harassment of Filipino supply vessels in the West Philippine Sea......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Philippines, Australia boost collab in maritime security, cyber technology

The Philippines and Australia on Thursday signed agreements to strengthen their civil and defense maritime commitments, and cooperation on cyber technology. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

SC allows UN expert to act as friend of the court in Maria Ressa s cyber libel plea

Irene Khan, United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur for freedom of expression and opinion, has been allowed by the Supreme Court (SC) to sit as an "amicus curiae" to the court in the appeal for the cyber libel case of Rappler.com chief executive officer Maria Ressa and former researcher Reynaldo Santos......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Pangilinan sues YouTube channel for cyber libel

Former senator Francis Pangilinan yesterday filed a cyber libel complaint before the Department of Justice against a YouTube channel creator for uploading what he described as malicious and libelous content against him and his family......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Authorities prepare tight security for CDO’s Black Nazarene procession

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews / 8 January) — Hundreds of police personnel were given last-minute instructions Monday afternoon, hours before their deployment to secure the “traslacion” of the Black Nazarene here, which is expected to gather a huge crowd of devotees. Colonel Wilbur Salaguste, Philippine National Police – Region 10 (PNP-10) operations head, said […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Lawmaker calls for speedy passage of cyber attack bills

In light of increased cyber attacks, a lawmaker called on his colleagues in the House of Representatives to hasten the approval of measures that will protect the country’s digital infrastructure and penalize hackers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024

New Zealand accuses China of hacking parliament, condemns activity

The revelations that information was accessed through malicious cyber activity targeting New Zealand’s parliamentarian entities comes as Britain and the US accuse China of a wide-sweeping cyber espionage campaign.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Bello’s cyber libel trial set on Feb. 26

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 22 February)—The trial of defeated vice presidential candidate Walden Bello for the two counts of cyber libel charges has been scheduled for Feb. 26 at the Regional Trial Court Branch 10 in Davao City. The hearing was originally set for Feb. 1 but it was postponed following the work and classes […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

PH army’s new cyber defense group questioned over potential use for attacks

In 2018, several websites of progressive organizations and media outfits became victims of relentless DDoS attacks.  A probe by Sweden-based Qurium Media Foundation revealed that the attacks came from the Philippine Army, including activities linked to the Chief of Staff for Intelligence of the Philippine Army. The post PH army’s new cyber defense group questioned over potential use for attacks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

11 areas to reach ‘danger’ level heat index on Black Saturday

MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in 11 areas of the country is expected to reach the “danger” level on Black Saturday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Based on its forecast as of 5 p.m. on Friday, the following areas will fall under the “danger” category today: READ:Pagasa: Heat index.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Toral: Add cyber insurance on your digital shield

Toral: Add cyber insurance on your digital shield.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Cristy Fermin, 2 iba pa kinasuhan ng cyber libel ng ina ni Sarah Lahbati

SINAMPAHAN ng kasong cyber libel ang “Showbiz Now Na” hosts na sina Nanay Cristy Fermin, Wendell Alvarez at Romel Chika ng ina ni Sarah Lahbati na si Gng. Esther Lahbati. Matatandaang nagpakuha pa ng larawan ang ama at ina ni Sarah sa harapan ng gusali ng Department of Justice noong Pebrero 29. Ang caption ay,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024