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Rights groups refute Marcos’ claim of ‘progress’ in ending drug war abuses

Human rights groups on Thursday refuted the president’s recent claim that the government is “progressing” in terms of curbing police abuses in the so-called “war on drugs” initiated by his predecessor......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

‘This cannot be our reality’: De Lima honors drug war victims on 7th arrest anniversary

'Injustice continues to cast a long shadow over our nation, its darkness deepened by the countless Filipinos who perished in the brutal war on drugs. Their stories cry out for justice, yet accountability remains an elusive dream,' says Leila de Lima.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 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

SC: Quiboloy arrest warrant remains in effect

The arrest order issued by the Senate against Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader Apollo Quiboloy is still in effect as the Supreme Court has yet to decide on the petition of the preacher asking the SC to stop the enforcement of the arrest......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Anti-Kaliwa Dam priest challenges Ombudsman case dismissal

A convener of the Stop Kaliwa Dam Network filed a petition for certiorari before the Court of Appeals on Thursday, challenging the dismissal of an Ombudsman case against officials involved in the construction of the project's access road......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

DOTr to SC: Dismiss petitions vs PUV modernization

The Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board have asked the Supreme Court to dismiss for lack of merit a petition seeking to stop the implementation and ultimately void government orders related to the public utility vehicle modernization program......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Baste Duterte: No order to kill drug suspects

Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte has clarified that he did not order policemen to kill suspects when he declared a new war on drugs in the city. What he said was that he himself would kill the drug suspects, he clarified......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Drug killings 95 percent lower than in previous admin

The number of deaths recorded under the Marcos administration’s war on drugs has decreased by over 95 percent, in contrast to the bloody anti-drug campaign of his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Duterte dares Marcos Jr.: Let’s take drug test

The word war between President Marcos and his predecessor Rodrigo Duterte continues, with the former leader on Tuesday challenging his successor to undergo a drug test to once and for all prove that he is not a cocaine user......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

Marcos, Duterte ‘drug war’ erupts

Turning the tables on former president Rodrigo Duterte who had publicly called him a drug addict, President Marcos said yesterday his predecessor is highly addicted to the painkiller fentanyl, the serious side effects of which may have affected his thinking and behavior......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

177 cops charged for drug offenses

More than 170 police officers have been charged with drug-related offenses in Metro Manila and about 120,000 people have been placed behind bars under the administration’s war on drugs, President Marcos reported yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 10th, 2024

Dominion Holdings earns P277.3M, sets P1.50 in cash dividends

Dominion Holdings earns P277.3M, sets P1.50 in cash dividends.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated News5 hr. 6 min. ago

DMW sets April 15 deadline for kin of deceased Saudi OFW wage claimants

DMW sets April 15 deadline for kin of deceased Saudi OFW wage claimants.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

CV wage board sets public hearing for kasambahay pay

CV wage board sets public hearing for kasambahay pay.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Negros Occidental sets monthly ‘Kadiwa ng Pangulo’ markets

Negros Occidental sets monthly ‘Kadiwa ng Pangulo’ markets.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Zamboanga City sets ‘pick-and-go’ traffic scheme dry run

Zamboanga City sets ‘pick-and-go’ traffic scheme dry run.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

PH sets new Guinness World Record for largest human organ image

PH sets new Guinness World Record for largest human organ image.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Comelec sets 2nd bidding for internet voting system

Comelec sets 2nd bidding for internet voting system.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Bago celebrates 58 years of cityhood, sets Sarah-Bamboo free concert

Bago celebrates 58 years of cityhood, sets Sarah-Bamboo free concert.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Clark sets Pebble Beach record with 60

Clark sets Pebble Beach record with 60.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024