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LEGAL RIPPLES: “It’s not Amendment, it’s Revision Stupid!” 

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 January) —  Last January 6, 2024, Liberal Party President Edcel Lagman, Representative of the 1st district of Albay,  issued a press statement on Charter Change via People’s Initiative launched by Congressmen from the supermajority coalition using People’s Initiative as a mode of amending the Constitution.  Lagman raised among others, three basic questions: who […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao

The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Pagpanaw ni Imelda Marcos ‘fake news’, naka-confine dahil sa pneumonia

HINDI totoong sumakabilang-buhay na ang dating first lady na si Imelda Marcos. Ito ang kinumpirma mismo ng Palasyo ngayong March 7. Giit ni Presidential Communications Secretary Cheloy Garafil, fake news ang kumakalat na balita sa social media. Ang chismis na pumanaw na umano ang ina ni Pangulong Bongbong Marcos ay nagsimula nang kumpirmahin noong Martes,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

PNP will not enforce arrest warrant for Duterte if ICC issues one

MANILA, Philippines — If the warrant of arrest from the International Criminal Court (ICC) for former President Rodrigo Duterte ever comes out, the Philippine National Police (PNP) will not enforce it, according to its spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo. Although PNP has no confirmed information on the issuance of the arrest warrant, Fajardo said it will.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Continue serving with care, compassion, PBBM tells DSWD

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of serving the public with care and compassion during the Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) 73rd anniversary celebration. He commended the DSWD for its continuous efforts in providing aid to disaster victims and the disadvantaged sectors. President Marcos urged the DSWD to treat the poor and vulnerable with kindness and empathy, highlighting the agency's role in uplifting communities. He also noted the significant increase in the agency's budget, particularly for programs such as Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), senior pension, food catering operations, and the food stamps program. President Marcos emphasized that the DSWD's programs are designed to offer a hand up rather than a handout, aiming to empower individuals and families to improve their circumstances. He underscored the government's commitment to dignified giving and support for those in need, emphasizing the agency's role in providing assistance while promoting self-sufficiency......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Former first lady Imelda Marcos scheduled for discharge

Former first lady Imelda Marcos scheduled for discharge.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Imelda Marcos ‘on path to recovery’ | The wRap

The wRap highlights: Imelda Marcos, Robin Padilla & Apollo Quiboloy, 'Rust' shooting.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Simula Enero, mahigit 200 na ang patay dahil sa pagkalunod –PNP

AS of March 28, nasa 212 na ang patay dahil sa pagkalunod sa karagatan at ilog sa buong bansa. Ayon ito sa report ng Philippine National Police (PNP) na ipinadala sa INQUIRER.net kamakailan lang. Base sa datos, 223 individuals ang sangkot sa drowning incidents mula pa noong nagsimula ang taong 2024. Maliban sa 212 deaths,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Duterte has stopped taking fentanyl before becoming President — Panelo

MANILA, Philippines —  Former President Rodrigo Duterte stopped taking Fentanyl even before his election as the chief executive of the country in 2016, according to his then chief legal counsel, Salvador Panelo. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday alleged that the former president is taking fentanyl. In a text message to INQUIRER.net, Panelo reiterated.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Marcos not changing stance on ICC

President Marcos is not changing his stance that the International Criminal Court has no jurisdiction over the Philippines despite a recent poll suggesting that the majority of Filipinos are in favor of the government cooperating with the tribunal on its probe on the deaths tied to the previous administration’s drug war......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Marcos to new PNP chief Marbil: Address terrorism, cybercrime

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday directed newly appointed Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Major General Rommel Francisco Marbil to help the government address emerging threats to the country’s peace and order. During a ceremony for the PNP change of command held in Camp Crame, Quezon City, Marcos told Marbil: “You have.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

PNP inks deal to bolster legal aid for cops

The Philippine National Police has signed an agreement with the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Inc. to boost legal support for PNP personnel......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Kampo ni Ian Veneracion balak sampahan ng kaso ang writer-director na si Ronaldo

PINAG-AARALAN na ng kampo ni Ian Veneracion ang isasagawang “legal action” laban sa writer-director na si Ronaldo Caballo. Ito ay kaugnay pa rin sa viral post ni Ronaldo na isiniwalat at inireklamo ang kalahating milyong talent fee ng batikang aktor. Nakakuha ang INQUIRER.net ng exclusive statement mula sa management ni Ian at inihayag nila na.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Jade Castro and the danger of warrantless arrest: Rappler, Philstar.com explain when such arrest is legal

CHEERS TO Rappler and Philstar.com for calling attention to the highly irregular arrest of filmmaker Jade Castro a.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 26th, 2024

‘Film director’s arrest meant to cover up jeepney phase out’ – jeepney drivers

Castro’s arrest, which was based on a social media post, shows a dangerous precedent for vocal critics of anti-citizen government policies. By DANIEL ASIDO Bulatlat.com MANILA – Transport group Pagkakaisa ng mga Samahan ng Tsuper at Operator Nationwide (Piston) condemned the arrest of film director Jade Castro and his companions, noting that this is only… The post ‘Film director’s arrest meant to cover up jeepney phase out’ – jeepney drivers appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Sandigan junks forfeiture vs Marcos crony-owned telco

The Sandiganbayan has dismissed a forfeiture case against several alleged cronies of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr. and his widow, former first lady Imelda Marcos, seeking to recover in favor of the government shares of stocks in Eastern Telecommunications Philippines Inc., allegedly illegally acquired during martial law......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Back from Australia, Marcos visits mom in hospital

Arriving from a four-day official visit to Australia late Wednesday, President Marcos went straight to his mother, former first lady Imelda Marcos, who is confined in a hospital due to “slight pneumonia.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Mandaue Councilor to MCWD: Allow consumers to pay water bills on staggered basis

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – A Mandaue City Councilor is urging the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD) to allow city residents to pay on a staggered basis their bills for the months of March and April. Councilor Jennifer Del Mar, chairperson of the committee on Disaster Risk Reduction Management, said that doing so would lighten the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

Boulevard Holdings Q2 net income down 86% y/y, down 336% q/q

Boulevard Holdings reported a Q2/23 net loss of P33 million, down 86% from its Q2/22 net loss of P18 million, and down 336% from its Q1/23 net income of P14 million......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Philippines foreign investments yield net outflows in December

MANILA, Jan. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' foreign investments yielded net outflows of 205 million U.S. dollars in December 2023, the Philippine central bank said Thursday. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said the December net outflow resulted from the 1.3 billion dollars in gross outflows and the 1.1 billion dollars gross inflows for the month. "The recorded net outflows are a reversal of the 673.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024