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Iran launches 3 satellites into space
Iran launches 3 satellites into space.....»»
Pakistan retaliates vs. Iran
Pakistan retaliates vs. Iran.....»»
Iran’s Guards attack Israel’s ‘espionage centers’ in Iraq, state media says
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they attacked the “espionage headquarters” of Israel in Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, state media reported late.....»»
Crew of Iran-Held Tanker Safe, Greek Owners Say
Athens, Greece - The crew of a tanker seized by Iran's navy this week in a row with the United States are safe, the vessel's Greek owners said on Sunday.Empire Navigation said in a statement that an associate had contacted Iranian authorities and reported that 'all the crew members on board the St. Nikolas are safe and in good health.'The company added that it had not been itself able to directly contact.....»»
Iran s Navy Seizes Oil Tanker in Gulf of Oman
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - Iran's navy seized an oil tanker on Thursday in the Gulf of Oman that once was at the center of a major crisis between Tehran and Washington, officials said. The seizure further escalates tensions in the Mideast waterways.The vessel was once known as the Suez Rajan and was involved in a yearlong dispute that ultimately saw the U.S. Justice Department seize 1 million barrels of Irani.....»»
Philippines manufacturing output sustains growth in February
MANILA, April 12 (Xinhua) -- The performance of manufacturing production in the Philippines sustained its growth in February, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Friday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased 7.5 percent and 8.9 percent in February, respectively. The.....»»
Philippines manufacturing output sustains growth in January
MANILA, March 7 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' manufacturing production sustained growth momentum in January, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Thursday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased 0.9 percent and 1.9 percent in January, respectively. Across all 22 indust.....»»
New Delhi raises target for defense exports
India is set to increase production of aircraft engines and gas turbines, aiming to become a major player in the arms tradeThe Indian government has increased its annual target for defense and aerospace production to $36 billion, while raising the export target to $6 billion. Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said the country aims to increase its production of jet engines and gas turbines to.....»»
Philippines manufacturing output sustains growth in December 2023
MANILA, Feb. 7 (Xinhua) -- The performance of manufacturing production in the Philippines sustained its growth in December 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Wednesday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased by 2.6 percent and 2 percent in December, respectively......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0830 GMT, Feb. 7
MANILA -- The performance of manufacturing production in the Philippines sustained its growth in December 2023, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Wednesday. Based on the preliminary results of a monthly survey, the PSA said the year-on-year value of production index (VaPI) and the volume of production index (VoPI) increased by 2.6 percent and 2 percent in December, respectively. (Philippines-Manufac.....»»
Oil prices hit fresh five-month high
Oil prices scored fresh five-month peaks Wednesday on unrest in the crude-rich Middle East and an OPEC+ call for its members to maintain its strategy of reducing output......»»
Global oil demand to grow by 1.9 million bpd in 2024
LONDON (Reuters) -Global oil demand will grow by 1.9 million barrels per day (bpd) this year, according to a prediction by energy research company Wood Mackenzie, a forecast close to the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries’ (OPEC) estimate for 2024. In remarks shared with delegates at a Wood Mac briefing on Wednesday during the.....»»
China criticises 'bewildering' US trade policies in face of curbs from Washington
Beijing [China], March 7 (ANI): Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticised the United States for its "bewildering" trade policy, describing it as a series of "unfathomable absurdities," CNN reported. In a press conference held on the sidelines of a political gathering in Beijing, Wang accused Washington of employing various tactics to suppress China, highlighting the growing list of unilateral sanctions as reaching "bewi.....»»
China criticises 'bewildering' US trade policies in face of curbs from Washington
Beijing [China], March 7 (ANI): Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticised the United States for its "bewildering" trade policy, describing it as a series of "unfathomable absurdities," CNN reported. In a press conference held on the sidelines of a political gathering in Beijing, Wang accused Washington of employing various tactics to suppress China, highlighting the growing list of unilateral sanctions as reaching "bewi.....»»
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......»»
China rebukes US deployment of missiles in Indo-Pacific
Beijing officials are decrying the deployment of U.S. medium-range missiles in the Asia-Pacific region for the first time since the Cold War.China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian, at a regular press briefing Thursday, said China 'expresses grave concern" and 'strongly opposes the U.S. ... strengthening forward deployment at China's doorstep to seek unilateral military advantage.'The U.S. military on.....»»
Watchdog warns Filipinos from buying chicken toy due to toxic chemicals
The EcoWaste Coalition has advised Filipino consumers to refrain from buying an unauthorized squeaky toy marketed for kids and pets alike due to the presence of an "endocrine disrupting chemical.".....»»
PSSO warns anew vs building structures atop dikes, coastal road
The Davao City Public Safety and Security Office's (PSSO) Coastal Road and Davao River Monitoring Team has issued a renewed warning to Dabawenyos against constructing buildings on top of dikes and along the coastal road. This caution follows the dismantling of 334 illegal structures from October 2020 to the third week of January 2023. PSSO Head Angel Sumagaysay emphasized that these structures, including house extensions, kitchen extensions, cages, and sala extensions, are typically found atop or attached to dikes and gabions near the Davao River. Recent operations in the Talomo District involved the removal of a hut at Purok 8 Iñigo, Matina Pangi, and a reconstructed fisherman's kiosk at the Punta Dumalag section of the Coastal Area. Sumagaysay highlighted that the PSSO collaborates with barangays to identify and address illegal structures, and owners are given the choice to self-demolish or have the PSSO carry out the demolition. Sumagaysay stressed that illegal structures on dikes and gabions pose risks to the structure's integrity, potentially leading to increased flooding and related issues. He urged residents living near the river to refrain from constructing any form of extension or additional structure on the dikes, emphasizing the need to preserve their stability to prevent flooding and overflow. The PSSO does not have a specific target number of structures to dismantle, but rather identifies them during monitoring and inspection, working in coordination with barangays and purok leaders. Sumagaysay hopes that the public comprehends the purpose behind these dismantling efforts, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the dikes to mitigate flooding risks......»»
Councilor urges social media influencers to observe local laws
The Davao City councilor, Temujin “Tek” Ocampo, has urged social media influencers to familiarize themselves with local ordinances before promoting areas to their followers. Ocampo, who heads the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, appreciates the promotion of Davao City by social media influencers but emphasizes the importance of understanding local laws before attracting crowds to specific areas. He expressed gratitude for the promotion but highlighted the challenge of controlling the influx of people once a location is featured. Ocampo plans to collaborate with Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre, Chair of the Committee on Tourism and Beautification, to accredit social media vloggers through the local government unit. He underscored the need for accredited vloggers, recognizing their contributions to the city and addressing any mistakes they might make. This initiative aims to balance recognition for positive actions with corrective measures for any missteps. The concerns arose in November 2023 when a Davao City-based environment group criticized a travel vlogger for promoting recreational activities in a river within the Panigan-Tamugan Watershed. Following a waste dumping incident on January 11, 2024, the group urged Dabawenyos, especially vloggers and influencers, to refrain from visiting protected areas for leisure. They emphasize the importance of understanding and respecting rules and regulations before endorsing specific parts of the city......»»
Car owners warned vs ‘made to order’ plates
Motorists should refrain from buying “made to order” or stolen license plates available on the market, Interior Secretary Benjamin Abalos said yesterday......»»