TURNING POINT: Is the Wheel of Justice in Motion?
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 10 January)—The information attributed to Harry Roque, former spokesperson of Ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, that the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors are already here in the Philippines and have started their investigation on Duterte’s catastrophic drug war, has apparently scared the shit out of Senator Bato de la Rosa. Bato said […].....»»
Where we stand in achieving women in/for justice in Mozambique, according to one High Court judge
To achieve justice, we need more women in the justice system. The recognition of this need is reflected in General Assembly resolution 75/274, which designates 10 March as the International Day of Women Judges.Today, we hear from Elisa Samuel Boerekamp, a High Court judge and the Director of the Centre for Legal and Judicial Training of Mozambique and a champion of equal rights a.....»»
Binoldyak ng 2 ex-SC justice: Duterte sumuko sa China
Ayon kay dating Associate Justice Antonio Carpio, isinuko ni Duterte ang mga karapatan ng bansa sa Ayungin Shoal dahil sa kasunduan nito sa China. The post Binoldyak ng 2 ex-SC justice: Duterte sumuko sa China first appeared on Abante......»»
US DOJ pays courtesy call on SC justices
Representatives of the US Department of Justice paid a courtesy call on Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo and Supreme Court Associate Justice Jose Midas Marquez to discuss partnership opportunities......»»
TURNING POINT: The Sword of Damocles
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 03 February) – Last November when the House of Representatives passed a resolution urging the palace to cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) on its probe of the war on drugs in the country, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared to study the possibility of rejoining the Court. Yet, he […].....»»
TURNING POINT: K-12 Program: A Dismal Failure
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 19 January) – The K-12 curriculum was adopted, supposedly to improve the quality of education in the country, mimicking the system in some countries in Europe and that of our ASEAN neighbors. Unfortunately, only the addition of two grade rungs, grade 11 and grade 12, otherwise known as the senior […].....»»
TURNING POINT: The Rabid Clash of Titans
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 31 January) – Their alliance in shambles, the incumbent and the former president of our blighted land, started trading barbs, calling each other a drug addict. Sebastian Duterte, the mayor of Davao City, came to his father’s aid demanding Marcos Jr’s resignation for incompetence. Indeed, the country’s politics has gone […].....»»
TURNING POINT: Resolving a Stalemate
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 28 February) – After two years of bitter fighting, the Russo-Ukraine war turns to a stalemate, that is, no one is winning. But in such condition, the great expense and damage in terms of manpower and war material are incurred, as usual, by the invading forces. If the effects of […].....»»
TURNING POINT: Quo Vadis Legislative Inquiries
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 20 February) – The Senate or the House of Representatives or any of its respective committees may conduct inquiries in aid of legislation in accordance with Section 21, Article VI of the 1987 Constitution. The filing or pendency of a case before any court, tribunal or quasi-judicial or administrative body […].....»»
TURNING POINT: One China Bully Principle
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 23 January) – President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (PBBM) was called out recently by Beijing for congratulating Lai Ching, the newly elected President of the Republic of China (Taiwan). The People’s Republic of China (PRC) was visibly irked by PBBM for expressing closer collaboration with Taiwan to advance mutual interest. The […].....»»
TURNING POINT: Too Poor Against Poverty
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 06 March) – Poverty is unquestionably the key driver of human trafficking. Crime syndicates, including religious groups, use the poor to advance their interest. Traffickers exploit women and children from rural communities, conflict- and disaster-affected areas, and impoverished urban centers in sex trafficking, forced domestic work, forced begging, and other […].....»»
Finally, a complete 7-member Monetary Board
Last Friday, Jan. 26, marked a turning point for Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona, with him finally comfortably hosting this year’s annual reception for the banking community outdoors at the BSP compound’s historic Fort San Antonio Abad on a cool early evening, with a relaxed business casual suit but no tie dress code, and finally with a complete seven-member Monetary Board......»»
Why Israel must win the war against Hamas
Hamas’ ongoing aggression against Israel has reached a critical turning point following its vicious attack on Oct. 7, 2023......»»
SkyGarden’s JaPinoy music journey continues with Historia
“Last year, when we joined GMA Music, we thought it was like a turning point.”.....»»
LTO-7 Calls on Car and Motorcycle Owners: Claim Your Plates
The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas has once again called on motor vehicle owners bearing temporary plates to claim their license plates at the nearest LTO office. This is because thousands of unclaimed license plates are still stacked at their storage facility in Talisay, including motorcycles and four-wheel vehicles. The only thing that the […].....»»
Que mounts charge with 65; Tabuena fights back
Angelo Que continued to flaunt his remarkable skills as the stakes rose, producing a stellar six-under 65 to gain 10 spots in the rankings. He moved to joint eighth even as Miguel Tabuena charged back in time to salvage a 70 and wheel back into contention after three rounds of the Malaysian Open in Seri Kembangan Saturday......»»
3 truck hitchhikers die in Davao de Oro accident
Three hitchhikers were instantly killed when the dump truck carrying them rolled over twice after its driver lost control of the wheel due to mechanical trouble while maneuvering through a downhill mountain road in New Bataan, Davao de Oro on Tuesday afternoon......»»
KartRider Rush+ dashes across scorching sands in Season 24 “Desert Journey”
KartRider Rush+ players can conquer endless dunes with new desert-themed Karts and racers SEOUL – Feb. 22, 2023 – Nexon’s high-speed mobile racing game KartRider Rush+ beckons players to blaze a trail through desert heat in the sun-scorched Season 24 update “Desert Journey.” Players can take the wheel with new racers Aria, Desert Explorer Ethen […].....»»
Angkas eyes entry into 4-wheel market
From two wheels to four, motorcycle taxi service provider Angkas is setting its compass toward a territory dominated by the biggest ride-hailing app in Southeast Asia......»»
Chiz sorry for kin’s busway abuse
Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero apologized and said yesterday that a “driver of a family member” was at the wheel of a luxury sport utility vehicle bearing a “7” protocol plate that violated the EDSA bus lane on Thursday......»»
Mac Tallo: A dominant force in the local basketball scene
CEBU CITY, Philippines—Undoubtedly, Mac Jayven Tallo, popularly known as “Spida Mac” Tallo, is one of the finest guards in the local basketball scene. In addition to being an elite point guard, Tallo has had an undoubtedly tumultuous basketball career. Most recently, the 30-year-old Cebuano point guard has been in the news for the controversy he.....»»