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Terror-tagging and censorship
The NTC memorandum blocking the 27 websites not only violates the right to publish and the right to free expression of the media outfits and organizations but also the right of their readers and subscribers to access alternative information and analyses, including those not found in other websites. The post Terror-tagging and censorship appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Death toll from fishing boat fire in Philippines rises to 6
MANILA, June 6 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from the fire that broke out on a fishing boat in the central Philippines late Wednesday night has risen to six, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said Thursday. In a statement, the PCG said six bodies had been recovered and that six other people survived the accident. Of the six survivors, one is in critical condition due to a third-degree burn. The boat caught fi.....»»
Escudero suggests bringing China’s West Philippine Sea aggressions to Asean
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Francis Escudero on Wednesday floated the possibility of bringing China’s latest aggressions in the West Philippine Sea before the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean). The China Coast Guard reportedly seized food and other provisions for Filipino troops stationed at BRP Sierra Madre in Ayungin Shoal on May 19. A.....»»
Most sidewalk vendors near Davao’s Bankerohan market still to relocate
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 1 June) — Sidewalk vendors who have been encroaching near the Bankerohan Public Market for over two decades were supposed to start transferring inside the market itself and some other relocation sites nearby on Saturday. However, as observed by MindaNews, only one vendor so far has occupied the “talipapa” on the […].....»»
Side trip to Manila
The visit here of President Volodymyr Zelensky, whose country has been in a state of war to push out invading Russian forces, came full circle of sorts for Philippines-Russia relations. Zelensky met and held official talks with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. (PBBM) at Malacañang Palace last Monday. They bumped into each other in Singapore where they attended together the just concluded 21st International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue......»»
Tonton Gutierrez and Glydel Mercado recall surprising start of lifelong romance
Whoever says that lifelong romance is not possible should take a closer look at celebrity couple Tonton Gutierrez and Glydel Mercado whose love for each other is bound to last a lifetime......»»
RCBC introduces new digital payroll portal
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) has launched a digital payroll portal and other innovative digital-based solutions to improve payroll systems and address payroll issues experienced by the banking public......»»
CA orders freezing of MFT Group bank accounts, assets
The bank accounts and other assets of Maria Francesca Tan (MFT) Group of Companies Inc. have been ordered frozen by the Court of Appeals (CA) upon finding probable cause that they were linked to unlawful activities......»»
Native garlic to raise local sufficiency to 20 percent
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is raising the country’s self-sufficiency in garlic to 20 percent next year by expanding domestic output in the Ilocos region and other areas nationwide......»»
ASEAN Member States, DOLE, World Vision, unite to share information on child labor
ASEAN member states and child rights organizations gather in Manila to address child labor and exploitation. The event aims to enhance strategies in combating the worst forms of child labor and sharing promising practices. The Philippines and Vietnam governments are the primary focus, but other ASEAN member states also share their experiences. The event concludes with a commitment to stop child labor and bring learnings back to respective countries. World Vision's Project ACE, funded by the United States Department of Labor, plays a significant role in strengthening government capacity in the Philippines and Vietnam......»»
KC Concepcion, non-showbiz boyfriend unfollow each other
Actress KC Concepcion has unfollowed her Swiss boyfriend Michael Wuethrich on Instagram, fueling breakup rumors anew. .....»»
From the Newsrooms: May 26 to June 1, 2024
NOT SURPRISING at all that the current issue of divorce has sparked yet another level of polarization reflected in the commentary expressed mostly in social media. The country with a predominant population identified as Roman Catholic is one of two states in the world without a divorce law, the other one being the Vatican.Just weeks after the House of Representatives passed the Absolute Divorce Bill on May 22, m.....»»
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy sees ‘similar challenges’ in Manila’s China problem
The Ukrainian president says his country's win would send a 'signal' to other nations which might want to do what Russia is doing.....»»
Katribu meets with UN SR on Freedom of Expression
Katribu Kalipunan ng Katutubong Mamamayan ng Pilipinas, alongside other civil society organizations, met with UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression, Irene Khan, to discuss the current situation of the Indigenous Peoples (IP) in the Philippines relative to her mandate......»»
From the Newsrooms: May 26 to June 1, 2024
NOT SURPRISING at all that the current issue of divorce has sparked yet another level of polarization reflected in the commentary expressed mostly in social media. The country with a predominant population identified as Roman Catholic is one of two states in the world without a divorce law, the other one being the Vatican.Just weeks after the House of Representatives passed the Absolute Divorce Bill on May 22, m.....»»
PBA reports soaring viewership numbers
The Philippine Basketball Association is heading to its Philippine Cup Finals buoyed by soaring numbers drawn from new carrier RPTV Channel 9 aside from the figures representing viewers on the league’s other platforms......»»
EDITORIAL — Circumventing the rules
On March 25 this year, President Marcos issued Administrative Order No. 18, banning government officials and personnel from using sirens, blinkers, dome lights and similar devices. Exempted from the wang-wang ban are official vehicles of the military, police and National Bureau of Investigation as well as ambulances, fire trucks and other emergency vehicles......»»
Chie Filomeno reveals not knowing Can t Buy Me Love s ending
Chie Filomeno revealed that like the other cast members, she did not know who was the killer in the whodunit/romance drama hit series "Can't Buy Me Love." .....»»
Australia expanding defence relationship with India, says Australian Deputy PM at Shangri-La dialogue
Singapore, June 1 (ANI): Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has said that Australia is expanding its defence relationships with India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam and other partners in Southeast Asia. Speaking at Plenary Session 3: Building Cooperative Security in the Asia-Pacific at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Marles stated that Australia is deepening its alliance with the US, inclu.....»»
BSP to observe ‘quiet period’ before policy meeting
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has reminded members of the Monetary Board and other central bank officials to not give any information or forward guidance on monetary policy seven days before a scheduled policy review......»»