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EDITORIAL - Another BI scam
You’d think the scandal over the so-called pastillas scam would have taught Bureau of Immigration personnel valuable lessons in honest public service......»»
FPRRD opposes disguised Charter change initiative
Former President Rodrigo R. Duterte has vehemently opposed the disguised People’s Initiative for Charter change, denouncing the cash-for-signature campaign as repugnant and a disgraceful act during a YouTube interview with Banateros Brothers on January 22, 2024. Duterte emphasized his disapproval of the initiative, urging for it to be halted, particularly criticizing the payment of individuals to sign the documents. He warned that such actions could lead to a new Constitution that might destroy the nation and open avenues for political abuses. Duterte stressed the importance of democracy in the Philippines, asserting that those seeking to remain in power should go through the electoral process. He highlighted that a well-performing and non-corrupt individual would retain power, while those with poor performance would be ousted through the electoral process. Expressing satisfaction with the current Constitution, Duterte argued that it has contributed to stability, reducing conflicts with groups like the New People's Army (NPA). He strongly advised against meddling with the Constitution, cautioning that it would only bring trouble to the country. Duterte pledged active opposition to the initiative, stating that he would campaign against it. Additionally, residents of Calinan District, Vice President Sara Duterte, and Representatives Isidro Ungab and Paolo Pulong Duterte have also voiced opposition to the People's Initiative for Charter Change. Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles, the representative of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist, alleged to have started the cha-cha signature campaign, has yet to issue an official statement on the matter as of the latest update. Related stories include the denouncement of alleged `vote buying’ in signing the petition for Cha-cha by Davao City lawmakers, Vice President Duterte's condemnation of the cash-for-signature drive, and a prayer rally against PI’s Cha-cha on Jan 28......»»
Calinan District residents protest vs disguised Cha-cha
Residents from the 19 barangays in Calinan District rallied against the disguised People's Initiative for Charter Change in a protest held on January 19, 2024. Organized by the barangay captains, around 100 individuals from each barangay gathered at Rizal Park, chanting Dabawenyos are not for sale and expressing their disapproval of the alleged cash-for-signature scheme. The protest emphasized the residents' desire for fairness and a better government approach, rejecting the notion of exchanging signatures for money. Participants, including both young and old residents, voiced their opposition to the charter change, with the youth expressing concerns about power-hungry officials. Even 75-year-old Rosminda Amarilla joined the protest to question the need for change after numerous presidents have governed without such alterations. The rally, which included a motorcade and drew approximately 300 participants, received disapproval from Congressman Paolo Pulong Z. Duterte and Congressman Isidro Ungab, who alleged that the signature campaign was orchestrated by leaders of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist. As of the latest update, PBA Representative Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles has yet to release a statement on the matter......»»
DTI allows manufacturers to downsize certain goods to offset rising costs
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Wednesday that manufacturers of essential goods can maintain profitability amid rising production costs by reducing product sizes or weights, instead of increasing prices. Trade Assistant Secretary Amanda Marie Nograles explained during the televised Bangon Pilipinas briefing that the DTI permitted this adjustment for.....»»
Ombudsman affirms raps vs ex-DBM execs in Pharmally mess
The Office of the Ombudsman has affirmed its earlier ruling finding probable cause to file graft cases before the Sandiganbayan against former top officials of the Procurement Service of the Department of Budget and Management in connection with the Pharmally procurement mess amounting to P11.5 billion......»»
Sandigan junks ex-Palawan execs’ bid to dismiss raps
The Sandiganbayan has denied the appeal of three former provincial government officials of Palawan to be allowed to seek the early dismissal of the graft and falsification cases filed against them in connection with the alleged misuse of P1.534 billion worth of proceeds from the Malampaya gas project in 2008......»»
SC affirms ruling granting bail to ex-Masbate lawmaker, Napoles
The Supreme Court (SC) has affirmed a ruling of the Sandiganbayan that allowed businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles and former Masbate congresswoman Rizalina Seachone-Laneta to post bail in the plunder charges filed against them in connection with the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) or pork scam......»»
SC upholds decision granting Napoles bail in one PDAF case
Pork barrel scam mastermind Janet Lim-Napoles and former Masbate Rep. Rizalina Seachon-Lanete have been allowed to post bail after the Supreme Court dismissed a case related to the Priority Development Assistance Fund......»»
Jinggoy Estrada acquitted of plunder, convicted of bribery in pork barrel scam
(4th UPDATE) Estrada was convicted of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery. He will remain free as he appeals those convictions......»»
Tops faces backlash over bus service issue
Tops faces backlash over bus service issue.....»»
Ever Bilena faces rap over P9.3M tax deficiency
Ever Bilena faces rap over P9.3M tax deficiency.....»»
Vindicated si Dick Gordon sa Pharmally scam
Nalinis ang pangalan ni dating senator Richard Gordon nang kinampihan siya ng Office of the Ombudsman sa pagsampa niya ng mga kasong kriminal laban sa mga sangkot sa Pharmally scandal. The post Vindicated si Dick Gordon sa Pharmally scam first appeared on Abante......»»
Globe hits SIMs engaged in spam and scam SMS
Globe hits SIMs engaged in spam and scam SMS.....»»
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......»»
Mga tauhan ng Valenzuela hospital sasampolan sa palit-ulo scam
SASAMPOLAN ng pamahalaang lokal ng Valenzuela City ang ilang tauhan ng isang pribadong ospital sa lungsod matapos nilang pigilang makalabas ang mga kaanak ng mga nasawi ritong pasyente dahil sa kawalan ng ibabayad sa kanilang serbisyo. The post Mga tauhan ng Valenzuela hospital sasampolan sa palit-ulo scam first appeared on Abante......»»
Negros Occidental town exec in PNP ‘hiring scam’ expelled
A councilor in La Castellana, Negros Occidental, who was tagged in a police recruitment scam has been expelled from the municipal council......»»
Sandigan junks fertilizer scam case vs supplier
The Sandiganbayan has junked a fertilizer scam case against a private supplier due to the Office of the Ombudsman’s inordinate delay in its investigation......»»
Yexel Sebastian ‘biktima’ rin sa investment scam: Naipit lang po tayo
PINALAGAN ng social media personality at toy collector na si Yexel Sebastian ang inilabas na ulat ng GMA News kung saan inireklamo siya sa Department of Justice (DOJ) kaugnay ng umano’y “junket investment scam” na umabot ng P50B. Matatandaang base sa report ng “24 Oras”, umabot daw sa 30 katao ang nagreklamo sa National Bureau.....»»
Sherilyn Reyes binabayaran pa rin ang P35-M na utang matapos ma-scam
UMABOT pala sa P35 million ang kailangang bayaran ng aktres na si Sherilyn Reyes-Tan matapos ma-scam sa kanyang bag business. Talaga raw namulubi si Sherilyn at ang kanyang pamilya nang todo dahil sa panloloko sa kanya ng isang doktorang kliyente niya na kumukuha sa kanya ng mga branded bags para maibenta. Limang taon na raw.....»»
Hundreds rescued from love scam center in the Philippines - Saudi Gazette
Hundreds rescued from love scam center in the Philippines Saudi Gazette.....»»