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Sandigan junks fertilizer scam case vs supplier
The Sandiganbayan has junked a fertilizer scam case against a private supplier due to the Office of the Ombudsman’s inordinate delay in its investigation......»»
SC affirms ruling granting bail to ex-Masbate lawmaker, Napoles
The Supreme Court (SC) has affirmed a ruling of the Sandiganbayan that allowed businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles and former Masbate congresswoman Rizalina Seachone-Laneta to post bail in the plunder charges filed against them in connection with the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) or pork scam......»»
Rappler unpacks SC ruling on Estrada plunder, bribery case
CHEERS TO Rappler for an explainer that dissected the case of Senator Jinggoy Estrada and thoroughly discussed the ruling of Sandiganbayan.On January 19, the Sandiganbayan released a 396-page decision acquitting Estrada of plunder but convi.....»»
Estrada naabswelto sa plunder; sad-an sa bribery
Estrada naabswelto sa plunder; sad-an sa bribery.....»»
['Shocking] Jinggoy, convicted sa bribery pero hindi sa plunder. Puwede ba ‘yon?
Kahit napawalang-sala sa plunder, hindi lubusang absuwelto si Jinggoy Estrada. Ibinaba ng korte na guilty ang senador sa direct at indirect bribery – sa madaling salita, dawit sa panunuhol......»»
Globe reports steep 73.7% decline in blocked bank-related spam, scam SMS in 2023
The telecommunications company Globe has reported a significant 73.7% decrease in the number of blocked spam and scam SMS related to banks in 2023. This reduction is a result of the interception of 21.9 million bank-related fraudulent messages, a sharp decline from the 83.39 million messages blocked the previous year. Globe attributes this achievement to its proactive strategies and strong partnerships with major banks and financial institutions in the Philippines. The company has established anti-fraud alliances with the Bankers Association of the Philippines and individual players in the finance sector, enabling the sharing of data and intelligence to prevent and investigate fraud effectively. Anton Bonifacio, Chief Information Security Officer at Globe, emphasized the company's commitment to combating financial fraud and enhancing security measures for customer protection. Globe has invested approximately US$20 million to improve its spam and scam SMS detection and blocking system and operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center to filter out unwanted messages from both international and domestic sources. Despite certain limitations, Globe remains dedicated to customer protection and emphasizes the need for a unified approach in the fight against fraud. The company is focused on leveraging technology and strengthening alliances with key stakeholders to combat fraudulent activities. As Globe continues to advance its technologies and collaborations, it aims to provide a safer and more secure digital environment for its customers. For more information about Globe and its initiatives, visit www.globe.com.ph. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
DavNor vice guv denies involvement in ayuda scam
The Vice Governor of Davao del Norte has denied any involvement in the alleged ayuda scam following claims made during a Senate hearing chaired by Senator Ronald Bato Dela Rosa. The hearing revealed that public officials in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte were linked to illegally using cash assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and funds from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for political campaigns. Vice Governor De Carlo Oyo Uy refuted the allegations, stating that there is no truth to the claims. In response, Governor Edwin Kuya Gov Jubahib emphasized that he was protecting the welfare of his constituents and the country's budget. He called for the punishment of those involved. The governor had previously requested an investigation into the ayuda scam after individuals in the provinces received less than the intended assistance. The vice governor announced plans for a separate investigation to clear his name and clarified that the DSWD is solely responsible for the identification, assessment, validation, and distribution of cash assistance to beneficiaries......»»
FACT CHECK | VP Sara Duterte did not return her 2022 confidential fund
Vice President Sara Duterte has not returned her confidential fund to government treasury, contrary to a video posted on YouTube. Reports that Duterte spent in just 11 days in December 2022 a confidential fund amounting to P125 million from the contingency fund of the Office of the President drew widespread criticisms and demands for an […].....»»
Sandigan junks ex-Palawan execs’ bid to dismiss raps
The Sandiganbayan has denied the appeal of three former provincial government officials of Palawan to be allowed to seek the early dismissal of the graft and falsification cases filed against them in connection with the alleged misuse of P1.534 billion worth of proceeds from the Malampaya gas project in 2008......»»
Romblon lawmaker, ex-Eastern Samar government cleared in fertilizer scam
Romblon Rep. Eleandro Jesus Madrona and former Eastern Samar governor Clotilde Salazar have been cleared of graft in connection with the 2004 fertilizer fund scam......»»
3 TLRC execs get 26 years for ‘pork’ scam
The Sandiganbayan yesterday sentenced three ranking officials of the abolished state firm Technology and Livelihood Resource Center to serve up to 26 years in prison for graft and malversation of public funds in connection with their involvement in the “pork barrel” fund scam......»»
Justice still elusive as environmental activists, journalists commemorate 13th death anniversary of Gerry Ortega
Ortega was known to courageously oppose influential mining aimed at exploiting the natural resources of Palawan. His colleagues firmly believe that the broadcaster was killed for reporting on the misuse of the Malampaya fund by the local government at that time. The post Justice still elusive as environmental activists, journalists commemorate 13th death anniversary of Gerry Ortega appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Jinggoy convicted of bribery, cleared of ‘pork’ plunder
The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division has found Sen. Jinggoy Estrada guilty of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery over his alleged involvement in the pork barrel scam – placing him in a position where he may eventually be booted out of office, pay fines and be imprisoned......»»
Sandiganbayan acquits Jinggoy Estrada of plunder over PDAF scam
Estrada, however, is found guilty of one count of bribery and two counts of indirect bribery after allegedly pocketing P183 million in kickbacks from ghost projects masterminded by Napoles. .....»»
Jinggoy Estrada acquitted of plunder, convicted of bribery in pork barrel scam
(4th UPDATE) Estrada was convicted of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery. He will remain free as he appeals those convictions......»»
Castro asks DOJ to review grave threat raps vs ex-president Duterte
Rep. France Castro (ACT-Teachers Party-list) asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) to dismiss the fiscal's resolution after the Quezon City prosecutor junked the grave threat charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte......»»
Raps vs Bayan over burning of Marcos Jr. effigy junked
Citing lack of probable cause, the Quezon City prosecutor’s office has dismissed the criminal complaints filed against Bagong Alyansang Makabayan president Renato Reyes and artist Maximo Santiago for the “Doble Kara” effigy, which was burned during the second State of the Nation Address of President Marcos in July last year......»»
SSS taps Metrobank to manage P1.5 billion fund
Social Security System (SSS), the state-pension fund, has selected Metrobank Trust, the trust banking arm of the Ty-led Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) to manage a P1.5 billion balanced fund......»»
New Board Members for UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons Announced
Vienna, 2024: The latest board of trustees of the UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons (UNVTF) has been established. The board is now constituted of:The five anti-human trafficking experts, representing the five UN Regional Groups, were appointed by the UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres to provide strategic guidance to the Trust Fund over th.....»»
MUP pensions, Maharlika Fund pose risks to PH economy, says new study
Dr. Margarita Debuque-Gonzales, a former senior research fellow of government think-tank PIDS, says the Filipino people ‘should be the ones to monitor the Maharlika Fund because this is your fund’.....»»