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House tightens security after lawmakers get bomb threats

The House of Representatives has been placed on heightened alert following threats received by lawmakers and House staff last week, including bomb threats, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said on Monday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

Lascañas, ex-cop, claims Sara Duterte ‘invented’ Tokhang

MANILA, Philippines — A confessed Davao Death Squad (DDS) gunman claimed that “Oplan Tokhang,” the brutal “knock and plead” anti-drug operation carried out by former President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration was a brainchild of then Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte. The confessed DDS gunman also claimed that the brother of then Mayor Sara Duterte, then Vice.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

FPRRD to deal with ICC probe, won’t seek help from PBBM

FORMER President Rodrigo Duterte will be dealing with the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) probe regarding his administration's war on drugs, and won't seek any help from his successor, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

US lawmakers stand with Philippines vs Chinese sea aggression

Visiting US lawmakers expressed their concern over China’s continued aggression in Philippine waters during their meeting with President Marcos at Malacañang yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Lawmakers seek probe on students rights violations in UST

Lawmakers at the House of Representatives filed a resolution urging an investigation into several reported instances of censorship and restrictions allegedly imposed on students at the University of Santo Tomas......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Why 4 lawmakers voted against RBH7, the economic charter change proposal

House lawmakers, convening as a committee of the whole, adopts the proposal on economic charter change just two weeks after deliberations started at the committee level.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

DSWD chief ready to explain AKAP to lawmakers

After questions were raised about the budget allocation for the Ayuda para sa Kapos ang Kita Program, Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian yesterday expressed readiness to explain the program to lawmakers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 20th, 2024

Lawmakers welcome back wages for displaced OFWs in Saudi Arabia

The government’s efforts to ensure displaced overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) receive their back pay from bankrupted Saudi Arabian construction companies have been lauded by lawmakers from both the upper and lower chambers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Davao lawmakers thank President Marcos, Romualdez for aiding flood victims

Lawmakers from Davao have thanked President Marcos and Speaker Martin Romualdez for continuously sending aid to flood victims in the region, including the endorsement of P150 million in cash aid and 51,000 food packs......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Lawmakers seek to amend ownership regulations on Constitution s economic provisions

Lawmakers are calling for the revision of some economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution, covered by the Public Service Act, which stipulate that public services should exclusively be owned by Filipinos......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU

The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

DavNor vice guv denies involvement in ayuda scam

The Vice Governor of Davao del Norte has denied any involvement in the alleged ayuda scam following claims made during a Senate hearing chaired by Senator Ronald Bato Dela Rosa. The hearing revealed that public officials in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte were linked to illegally using cash assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and funds from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for political campaigns. Vice Governor De Carlo Oyo Uy refuted the allegations, stating that there is no truth to the claims. In response, Governor Edwin Kuya Gov Jubahib emphasized that he was protecting the welfare of his constituents and the country's budget. He called for the punishment of those involved. The governor had previously requested an investigation into the ayuda scam after individuals in the provinces received less than the intended assistance. The vice governor announced plans for a separate investigation to clear his name and clarified that the DSWD is solely responsible for the identification, assessment, validation, and distribution of cash assistance to beneficiaries......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Duterte puts Philippines under quarantine, says we are in the fight of our lives

Duterte puts Philippines under quarantine, says 'we are in the fight of our lives' Reuters.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Marcos-Duterte rival rallies ‘a disgusting display of political ambitions,’ says lawmaker

Amid the growing rift, a lawmaker asserted that Filipinos are bearing the brunt of the ongoing political play. The post Marcos-Duterte rival rallies ‘a disgusting display of political ambitions,’ says lawmaker appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Caritas Philippines hits Charter change initiative; says Constitution ‘not a political football’

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 12 January) – The social action arm of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines has expressed its opposition to moves to amend the 1987 Constitution and urged instead the government to “focus on strengthening basic social services, combating corruption, and implementing programs that address the plight of the poor.” In […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

DSWD claims no staff involved in ‘ayuda scam’

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Region XI reported that their investigation showed none of their personnel had been involved in the alleged “ayuda scam” happening in Davao Region......»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Squirrel involved in power outage provided shelter and care by More Power

Squirrel involved in power outage provided shelter and care by More Power.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Explainer: Why were lighter penalties given to cops involved in Jemboy slay?

Baltazar's family believes the court's decision falls short of delivering justice for their son's killing, citing the lighter penalties imposed by the court on the involved cops......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Motorcycle rider allegedly involved in love triangle shooting incident nabbed

Motorcycle rider allegedly involved in love triangle shooting incident nabbed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024