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Philippines slightly upgrades GDP growth to 6 pct in Q3
MANILA, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) on Tuesday slightly upgraded year-on-year growth of gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter of 2023 to 6 percent from preliminary estimate of 5.9 percent. "The major contributors to the upward revision were manufacturing, from 1.7 percent to 1.8 percent; financial and insurance activities, from 9.5 percent to 9.6 percent; and accomm.....»»
BUCKET HAT made from abaca paper, crafted by a Catandunganon
A Catandunganon is gaining recognition on social media for creating the Bucket Hat. The innovator behind this is Francesca Bernadine Tabian, aiming to assist abaca farmers and further uplift the abaca industry in the province of Catanduanes. The new product was introduced by a Catandunganon artist, showcasing the trendy ‘bucket hat’ made from abaca paper. […] The post BUCKET HAT made from abaca paper, crafted by a Catandunganon appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
10th ID bashes Canadian gov’t for travel advisory vs Mindanao
The 10th Infantry Agila Division (10ID) of the Philippine Army criticized the Canadian government for issuing a travel advisory against all parts of Mindanao, which includes their area of responsibility. Major Mark Anthony Tito, spokesperson for the 10th ID, emphasized that the regions under their jurisdiction are peaceful and free from terrorism and violent threats, contrary to the Canadian embassy's advisory. The division oversees 12 provinces, seven cities, and 72 municipalities in various parts of Mindanao. Tito expressed bewilderment at the basis of the travel advisory, asserting that the Canadian government lacks awareness of the actual situation on the ground. He highlighted the peaceful nature of the entire Davao Region throughout 2023, with no recorded incidents of terrorism or insurgency. Despite the exclusion of Davao City from the advisory, Tito noted that the region would still be impacted. The Canadian embassy's advisory warned its citizens to avoid visiting Mindanao due to ongoing terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, high levels of violence, and encounters between rebel forces and government security authorities. Specific provinces and regions were singled out for caution or non-essential travel, including Northern Mindanao, Soccsksargen, and Eastern Mindanao. Contrary to the advisory, the 10th ID has been actively weakening and eliminating guerilla forces within its jurisdiction as part of the Philippine Army's efforts to establish an insurgency-free zone. In fact, on October 27, 2023, the Davao Region celebrated its first anniversary as an insurgency-free region in the Philippines. This dispute has led to other related stories, including the Chamber's intention to engage in discussions with the Canadian government regarding the travel advisory, as well as refutations from the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) and celebrations of the Davao Region's insurgency-free status by the Regional Peace and Order Council. In summary, the 10th ID vehemently opposes the Canadian government's travel advisory, citing the peaceful and secure nature of the regions under their jurisdiction, and highlighting the significant strides made in eradicating insurgency in the Davao Region......»»
P4M ‘shabu’ seized from 2 men in San Remegio
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines – About 500 grams of illegal drugs, worth around P4 million, were confiscated from an alleged high-value individual and his companion from San Remegio town in northern Cebu. Suspects Leo Montealto, 45, considered a high-value individual by authorities, and Ritchel Banga-Banga, 33, were arrested in Sitio Bungtod, Barangay Calambua during a raid.....»»
VP Sara ready to face ICC charges only before a Filipino court
Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her readiness to confront any allegations against her but insisted that she would only do so in front of a Filipino judge and within the jurisdiction of a Filipino court. In a statement on her Facebook page, she emphasized her refusal to participate in any process that could tarnish the reputation and integrity of the Philippine judiciary system. Duterte adamantly opposed the involvement of foreign entities in the country's legal affairs, citing it as a dishonor to the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes for the nation's freedom. Duterte, who previously served as vice mayor and mayor of Davao City, vehemently denied any involvement in the Davao Death Squad during her terms in office. She expressed dismay over the sudden appearance of a witness against her in the International Criminal Court (ICC) after assuming the vice presidency. Duterte dismissed the accusations and questioned the motives behind the allegations, asserting her capability to accomplish tasks without resorting to unlawful means. In a related development, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. voiced his refusal to acknowledge the ICC's jurisdiction in the Philippines, considering it a threat to the country's sovereignty. He issued a directive for all government agencies to refrain from cooperating with the ICC, emphasizing the nation's non-recognition of the court's authority. Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV claimed that ICC investigators had gathered substantial evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his administration's war on drugs. He anticipated an imminent issuance of an arrest warrant against the former president. Former President Rodrigo Duterte condemned the ICC's decision to initiate a preliminary investigation into the war on drugs, labeling it an insult to the Philippines and challenging the court's jurisdiction within the country. During his presidency, he initiated the withdrawal of the Philippines' membership from the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC. The ICC appeals chamber recently granted a request to resume the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity related to the Philippines' controversial drug campaign, spanning from November 2011 to March 2019. The developments surrounding the ICC's probe into the Philippines' internal affairs have sparked a contentious debate, with key political figures and rights groups expressing divergent views on the matter. The ongoing tensions between the Philippines and the ICC underscore the complex intersection of international law, national sovereignty, and human rights issues......»»
Microinsurance premiums up 20 percent
Insurance contributions from low-income Filipinos amounted to P10.2 billion from January to September 2023, up by nearly 20 percent from P8.49 billion in the same period a year ago, according to the Insurance Commission......»»
Call to tax the very richest arises from their own ranks
The combined wealth of the world’s very richest dipped by $500 billion in 2023, to $12.2 trillion from $12.7 trillion in March 2022, according to Forbes, whose list of 2,668 billionaires in 2022 also dipped to 2,640. The post Call to tax the very richest arises from their own ranks appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
NBA: Lillard’s 45 lift Bucks over Detroit
Damian Lillard scored a season-high 45 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo added 31 to lead the Milwaukee Bucks over NBA doormat Detroit 141-135 on Saturday. Lillard, who arrived from Portland in a pre-season trade, had 11 assists and made 12-of-22 shots from the floor, 5-of-11 from 3-point range, and hit all 16 of his free throw attempts......»»
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......»»
SEC orders Infinity8 to halt operations
The Securities and Exchange Commission has flagged another entity for soliciting investments from the public without the necessary permits.In a Jan. 16 order, the SEC en banc directed Infinity8Networks Digital Services OPC to immediately cease and desist from further engaging in the unlawful solicitation, offer, and/or sale of securities in the form of investment contracts without the necessary license from the SEC......»»
Carcar rules in Sinulog sa Lalawigan 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The contingent from Carcar City, a crowd-favorite in the Sinulog Festival, did it again. The troupe won this year’s Ritual Showdown of the Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan 2024, beating 15 other contestants from various municipalities, component cities, and highly urbanized cities in Cebu. Performers from Carcar City took home P3.5.....»»
6 Ateneo schools compete in annual Ateneo Invitational Games
Over 260 athletes from six different Jesuit schools across the country will converge at the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) for the annual Ateneo Invitational Games, scheduled to run from January 13-15, 2024, in Mandaue City. The basketball and volleyball meet features six Jesuit member schools, including SHS-AdC. The visiting schools include two from.....»»
Student from Papua New Guinea arrested for going wild
Student from Papua New Guinea arrested for going wild.....»»
Student from Papua New Guinea arrested for going wild
Student from Papua New Guinea arrested for going wild.....»»
Tayag retiring from DOH on April 15
After 35 years in public service, Department of Health Undersecretary Eric Tayag is retiring from the DOH on April 15......»»
150 Vietnamese barred from Philippines in March – BI
At least 150 Vietnamese have been excluded from the Philippines for allegedly working in illegal online gaming hubs, the Bureau of Immigration reported yesterday......»»
Saving Kabugao the Philippine Eagle
A composite team from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, local governments of Apayao and Kabugao, the non-profit Philippine Eagle Foundation and concerned citizens nursed a critically endangered Philippine Eagle back to health after the eagle was rescued from a farmer in Barangay Bulu of Kabugao town in Apayao province last March 19......»»
Saving Kabugao the Philippine Eagle
A composite team from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, local governments of Apayao and Kabugao, the non-profit Philippine Eagle Foundation and concerned citizens nursed a critically endangered Philippine Eagle back to health after the eagle was rescued from a farmer in Barangay Bulu of Kabugao town in Apayao province last March 19......»»
From Mediatrix of All Grace: A prophecy on China and the Philippines
From Mediatrix of All Grace: A prophecy on China and the Philippines.....»»
From Mediatrix of All Grace: A prophecy on China and the Philippines
From Mediatrix of All Grace: A prophecy on China and the Philippines.....»»