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FPRRD opposes disguised Charter change initiative

Former President Rodrigo R. Duterte has vehemently opposed the disguised People’s Initiative for Charter change, denouncing the cash-for-signature campaign as repugnant and a disgraceful act during a YouTube interview with Banateros Brothers on January 22, 2024. Duterte emphasized his disapproval of the initiative, urging for it to be halted, particularly criticizing the payment of individuals to sign the documents. He warned that such actions could lead to a new Constitution that might destroy the nation and open avenues for political abuses. Duterte stressed the importance of democracy in the Philippines, asserting that those seeking to remain in power should go through the electoral process. He highlighted that a well-performing and non-corrupt individual would retain power, while those with poor performance would be ousted through the electoral process. Expressing satisfaction with the current Constitution, Duterte argued that it has contributed to stability, reducing conflicts with groups like the New People's Army (NPA). He strongly advised against meddling with the Constitution, cautioning that it would only bring trouble to the country. Duterte pledged active opposition to the initiative, stating that he would campaign against it. Additionally, residents of Calinan District, Vice President Sara Duterte, and Representatives Isidro Ungab and Paolo Pulong Duterte have also voiced opposition to the People's Initiative for Charter Change. Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles, the representative of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist, alleged to have started the cha-cha signature campaign, has yet to issue an official statement on the matter as of the latest update. Related stories include the denouncement of alleged `vote buying’ in signing the petition for Cha-cha by Davao City lawmakers, Vice President Duterte's condemnation of the cash-for-signature drive, and a prayer rally against PI’s Cha-cha on Jan 28......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

VP Sara ready to face ICC charges only before a Filipino court

Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her readiness to confront any allegations against her but insisted that she would only do so in front of a Filipino judge and within the jurisdiction of a Filipino court. In a statement on her Facebook page, she emphasized her refusal to participate in any process that could tarnish the reputation and integrity of the Philippine judiciary system. Duterte adamantly opposed the involvement of foreign entities in the country's legal affairs, citing it as a dishonor to the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes for the nation's freedom. Duterte, who previously served as vice mayor and mayor of Davao City, vehemently denied any involvement in the Davao Death Squad during her terms in office. She expressed dismay over the sudden appearance of a witness against her in the International Criminal Court (ICC) after assuming the vice presidency. Duterte dismissed the accusations and questioned the motives behind the allegations, asserting her capability to accomplish tasks without resorting to unlawful means. In a related development, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. voiced his refusal to acknowledge the ICC's jurisdiction in the Philippines, considering it a threat to the country's sovereignty. He issued a directive for all government agencies to refrain from cooperating with the ICC, emphasizing the nation's non-recognition of the court's authority. Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV claimed that ICC investigators had gathered substantial evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his administration's war on drugs. He anticipated an imminent issuance of an arrest warrant against the former president. Former President Rodrigo Duterte condemned the ICC's decision to initiate a preliminary investigation into the war on drugs, labeling it an insult to the Philippines and challenging the court's jurisdiction within the country. During his presidency, he initiated the withdrawal of the Philippines' membership from the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC. The ICC appeals chamber recently granted a request to resume the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity related to the Philippines' controversial drug campaign, spanning from November 2011 to March 2019. The developments surrounding the ICC's probe into the Philippines' internal affairs have sparked a contentious debate, with key political figures and rights groups expressing divergent views on the matter. The ongoing tensions between the Philippines and the ICC underscore the complex intersection of international law, national sovereignty, and human rights issues......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

‘The Fall Guy’ nina Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt handog para sa stuntmen, crew

STUNTMAN, pero bida sa pelikula. Ganyan ang magiging peg ng kakaibang bagong action comedy film na “The Fall Guy” na pagbibidahan ng Hollywood stars na sina Ryan Gosling at Emily Blunt. Ang karakter ni Ryan ay bilang si “Colt” na ilang taon nang nagsisilbing stuntman para sa A-list star na si Tom Ryder na ginagampanan.....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

‘The Fall Guy’ nina Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt handog para sa stuntmen, crew

STUNTMAN, pero bida sa pelikula. Ganyan ang magiging peg ng kakaibang bagong action comedy film na “The Fall Guy” na pagbibidahan ng Hollywood stars na sina Ryan Gosling at Emily Blunt. Ang karakter ni Ryan ay bilang si “Colt” na ilang taon nang nagsisilbing stuntman para sa A-list star na si Tom Ryder na ginagampanan.....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

‘The Fall Guy’ nina Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt handog para sa stuntmen, crew

STUNTMAN, pero bida sa pelikula. Ganyan ang magiging peg ng kakaibang bagong action comedy film na “The Fall Guy” na pagbibidahan ng Hollywood stars na sina Ryan Gosling at Emily Blunt. Ang karakter ni Ryan ay bilang si “Colt” na ilang taon nang nagsisilbing stuntman para sa A-list star na si Tom Ryder na ginagampanan.....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

‘The Fall Guy’ nina Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt handog para sa stuntmen, crew

STUNTMAN, pero bida sa pelikula. Ganyan ang magiging peg ng kakaibang bagong action comedy film na “The Fall Guy” na pagbibidahan ng Hollywood stars na sina Ryan Gosling at Emily Blunt. Ang karakter ni Ryan ay bilang si “Colt” na ilang taon nang nagsisilbing stuntman para sa A-list star na si Tom Ryder na ginagampanan.....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

PDEA-7: Over P200M worth of shabu, marijuana seized in CV since Jan. 1

CEBU CITY, Philippines – In less than two months, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) has confiscated over P200 million worth of shabu and marijuana stalks. With this, Leia Alcantara, the PDEA-7 spokesperson, said that they were able to prevent the distribution of millions worth of illegal drugs and marijuana in the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption

Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

“Tickler, pitik, panghadlok, pangatik,” Duterte now says of his Mindanao independence call

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 28 February) – Exactly four Tuesdays after he called for Mindanao independence, former President Rodrigo Duterte made a turnaround and urged people to stop talking about separating from the Philippines, claiming his call was just a “tickler,” a “pitik” (flick),  a “panghadlok” (scare) and a “pangatik” (joke). “Tickler lang yan,” he […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Vape refill cartridges with marijuana oil seized by PDEA-12

Agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-12 confiscated 51 vape refill cartridges said to contain marijuana oil in an entrapment operation in Barangay Apopong in General Santos City on Thursday afternoon......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024

P102 million marijuana in balikbayan boxes seized in Manila port

The Bureau of Customs has confiscated five balikbayan boxes containing 82 kilos of marijuana and 1,881 cannabis vape pens valued at P102 million, the BOC repor.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

4 nabbed in Angeles City for marijuana possession

4 nabbed in Angeles City for marijuana possession.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

Medical marijuana bill reaches Senate plenary

The bill seeking to legalize medical marijuana in the Philippines has reached the Senate plenary, the first time in the history of the upper chamber, according to a cannabis lawyer......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

PDEA-7: No marijuana-flavored vapes in Central Visayas

CEBU CITY, Philippines – No marijuana-flavored vapes have been monitored so far in Central Visayas, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in the region, said. This was according to Intelligence Agent IlI Jonar V. Cuayzon, chief of the Intelligence and Investigation Section of PDEA Regional Office 7. Cuayzon, however, said that they are not discounting the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

P7.2 million dried marijuana seized in Benguet

Dried marijuana leaves worth P7.2 million were recovered in an anti-narcotics operation along Kennon Road in Tuba, Benguet yesterda.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

PDEA warns vs. proliferation of Marijuana-flavored vapes

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) has cautioned the public on the proliferation of electronic cigarettes or vape containing marijuana oil. It issued the warning after monitoring an upsurge in the product’s presence nationwide during its recent anti-illegal drugs operations. PDEA also said the item is illegal and it poses health risks......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

3 ka menor nag-pot session sa marijuana

3 ka menor nag-pot session sa marijuana.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

1 kilo marijuana seized from courier in Zamboanga City

Anti-narcotics agents seized a kilo of compressed dried marijuana leaves from a dealer intercepted while on his way to deliver the illegal merchandise to a contact in Zamboanga City on Thursday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

3 caught smuggling P4.3M worth of marijuana in Kalinga

Authorities seized around P4.3 million worth of marijuana bricks from three alleged drug smugglers from Valenzuela City at a checkpoint in Brgy Dangoy, Lubuagan, Kalinga......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Senator approves measure seeking medical use of marijuana

Senator approves measure seeking medical use of marijuana.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024