3 nabbed for using FL’s name in extortion scheme
Three persons are facing criminal charges following their arrest in Pasay City for allegedly using the name of First Lady Liza Marcos in extorting P5 million from a businessman......»»
Hindi ko pa panahon : Regine Velasquez on calls to name her National Artist
Singer-host Regine Velasquez admitted she was flattered by calls from Filipinos to name her a National Artist though she believes others are currently more qualified to receive the recognition......»»
EXPLAINER: FB verification on ‘Cebu Updates’ not yet completed. Transfer of ownership, change of name may still be assailed.
EXPLAINER: FB verification on ‘Cebu Updates’ not yet completed. Transfer of ownership, change of name may still be assailed......»»
Belmonte: No tolerance for corruption
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte yesterday reiterated her zero-tolerance policy against corruption following the arrest of an official for alleged extortion......»»
MMDA enforcer probed for extortion
A Metropolitan Manila Development Authority traffic enforcer is under investigation for allegedly extorting P15,000 from a motorist along Luzon Avenue in Quezon City on March 15......»»
3 Chinese nationals nabbed for violating Davao City’s firecracker ban
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 February) – Three Chinese nationals who used pyrotechnics to welcome the Chinese New Year here are facing charges for violating City Ordinance 060-02 or the firecracker ban. Arrested by operatives of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) for using pyrotechnics at the Royal Pines Subdivision along Shrine Hills in Matina […].....»»
Wanted for high-profile crimes killed in Bangsamoro police operation
A suspect in a series of motorcycle theft, multiple murder, extortion and operation of a drug den, who has links with local terrorist groups, was killed while his companion was wounded in a shootout with policemen in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte on Thursday......»»
Hontiveros: Quiboloy must answer for alleged extortion of OFWs
Reynita Fernandez, an OFW based in Singapore, said that she and other migrant workers were pressured and harassed into giving 90% of their salaries to Quiboloy......»»
OCD warns: Do not transact with brokers, fixers
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) cautioned the public against some groups and individuals who are using the name of the agency and its officers for government transactions......»»
Boy Abunda slams fake news using his name for crypto scams
Television host Boy Abunda called out a series of fake articles mentioning that he was involved in cryptocurrency, all of which were scams......»»
What I learned when I replaced my cheap Pi 5 PC with a no-name Amazon mini desktop – The Daily Guardia
The Daily Guardian: Is the Raspberry Pi 5 a Worthwhile Desktop PC Replacement? A recent experiment using a Raspberry Pi 5 as a regular desktop.....»»
SEC issues CDO vs bogus Ayala group
The Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a cease and desist order versus groups using the name of Ayala Corp. to illegally solicit investments......»»
SB19’s Justin goes solo, wants to pursue acting
After Ken (using his real name FELIP), Pablo, and Josh Cullen, another member of the leading P-pop boy band SB19 has embarked on a solo project......»»
Mayor Honey warns vs poser FB account
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna sought the help of the media in disseminating the information that there is a poser Facebook account using her name. In a text message to members of the Manila City Hall Reporters’ Association (MACHRA), the lady mayor said: “Para po sa kaalaman ng lahat, mayroon pong kumakalat na poser Facebook account […].....»»
MMDA buses flagged for using EDSA busway
Government vehicles have been flagged again for illegally using the EDSA bus lane......»»
Taguig RTC convicts Cedric Lee, Deniece Cornejo, others over illegal detention of Vhong Navarro
In a 94-page decision, Taguig RTC Branch 153 has sentenced Lee, Cornejo, Ferdinand Guerrero, and Simeon Raz to reclusion perpetua, equivalent to 40 years imprisonment, for their involvement in the 2014 case concerning the extortion and assault of Navarro......»»
2 cops held for extortion
Two policemen were arrested in Cotabato City on Friday for allegedly extorting money from a motorist in exchange for his impounded vehicle......»»
13 BI officers face kidnap, extortion raps
Thirteen officers of the Bureau of Immigration accused of kidnapping 16 Indians are facing criminal charges before the Pasay City prosecutor’s office......»»
Lawyer claims Isko Ouano was a victim of ‘mistaken identity’
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — The legal counsel of Francisco “Isko” Ouano believed that his client was a victim of mistaken identity. Lawyer Nelson Macabocsit said he was prepared to prove that Ouano was innocent of the robbery and extortion charges against him. Ouano, 48, along with two other accused – Joselito Agtuca, 46, and German.....»»
Mendoza cannot suspend Calabarzon LTO chief accused of extortion
Land Transportation Office chief Vigor Mendoza has no authority to suspend the head of the LTO in Calabarzon (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon), even as complaints of alleged corruption have been filed at Malacañang against the official......»»
5 NAIA officers charged with extortion
Criminal charges were filed yesterday against five security officers who allegedly extorted money from a Chinese at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3......»»