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Mabel Acosta plans legal action amid confusion over MinDA leadership change

MARIA Belen “Mabel” Acosta remains skeptical as she officially steps down as the Chairperson of the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), two years after being appointed as the eighth leader of the government agency by former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource: sunstar sunstarMay 23rd, 2024

Mabel Acosta plans legal action amid confusion over MinDA leadership change

MARIA Belen “Mabel” Acosta remains skeptical as she officially steps down as the Chairperson of the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA), two years after being appointed as the eighth leader of the government agency by former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

Peace and order refresher seminar for brgy tanods

THE peace and order seminar, held at Ayala Malls Abreeza on February 28, 2024, served as a refresher for barangay tanods in the first district of Davao City, according to Stella Acosta, chief of staff at the Office of Councilor Atty. Luna S. Acosta......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

SC finds PAO chief Acosta guilty of indirect contempt, orders her to pay fine

Aside from Acosta, the SC also finds PAO forensics unit director Erwin Erfe guilty of indirect contempt for accusing the SC of judicial tyranny.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Rama threatens legal action against Gwen, CBRT opponents

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Rama threatens legal action against Gwen, CBRT opponents Mayor Michael Rama announced on Thursday that he will take legal action against anyone who attempts to obstruct the Cebu bus rapid transit project. In his weekly radio program, Rama said that he is.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Lagman clarifies statement on Cha-cha after Senate leadership change

MANILA, Philippines — Albay First District Rep. Edcel Lagman has clarified that he did not give a categorical statement that Charter change (Cha-Cha) proposals would progress due to the Senate leadership change, despite being asked about it a week ago in a press briefing. Lagman, in a statement on Monday said that he will also.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

5 senators sworn in as new members of Senate Electoral Tribunal amid leadership shift

Five senators – Imee Marcos, JV Ejercito, Nancy Binay, Pia Cayetano, Lito Lapid and Robinhood Padilla – took their oaths before the Supreme Court as new members of the Senate Electoral Tribunal following the Senate leadership change......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 25th, 2024

UN s First International Conference on Digital Public Infrastructure held under India s leadership

New York [US], April 28 (ANI): The United Nation's First International Conference on Digital Public Infrastructure was held under India's leadership to harness the technology to propel Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and foster inclusivity, India's Permanent Representative to UN, Ruchira Kamboj said in a press statement. "Celebrating India's leadership at the UN's First International Conference on Digital Public Infr.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

The Mayor of Virac expresses gratitude to the former Chief of Police and extends full support to the new leadership of PNP Virac

Mayor Sammy Laynes conveys his appreciation for the service rendered by outgoing Chief of Police Robert Kevin Caparosso during his tenure at the Virac Municipal Police Station for several years. Meanwhile, the mayor pledges his full support to the new leadership under OIC Chief of Police Emsol Icawat. “We also thank our outgoing chief, PMAJ […] The post The Mayor of Virac expresses gratitude to the former Chief of Police and extends full support to the new leadership of PNP Virac appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»

Category: newsSource:  bicolperyodikoRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Young voters care about climate change. Politicians don t

Young people want action on climate change but research shows Indonesia's political class isn't listening. Climate change matters a lot to young Indonesians.   Several national surveys show that Generation Z and Millennials are concerned about the impact of climate change on their lives.  Politicians, however, appear to be ignoring the issue if their pu.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Human ashes, drink container to moon? Plans to do this spark legal debate

WASHINGTON — An array of unconventional, privately funded plans to exploit the moon, including as a site for human ashes and sports-drink containers, has gathered steam in recent years as NASA pushes to make Earth’s natural satellite more accessible. Concerns about possible gaps in U.S. oversight and legal questions about proper use of the moon.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

LWUA warns of legal action vs. defiant MCWD board

LWUA warns of legal action vs. defiant MCWD board.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Thursday, March 14.  Chocolate hills resort: Bohol governor tells DENR to take legal action ASAP The provincial government of Bohol wants to find out how the controversial resort located within the famous Chocolate Hills.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Lee Jae Wook s agency warns legal action following relationship news

The agency of Korean actor Lee Jae-wook threatened legal action against individuals spreading malicious rumors after it was confirmed the actor is dating Aespa member Karina......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Change in Senate leadership

I came across a very interesting interview by Karen Davila whose special guest was former Senate president Franklin Drilon and, amidst all of the controversy surrounding the issue at the Senate, it was both interesting and reassuring to hear the former Senate leader speak for my education and perhaps, for the education of many others trying to grasp the events that resulted in a change in leadership......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 23rd, 2024

DFA urged to prepare for legal action amid Beijing s South China Sea detention plan

Sen. Francis Tolentino called on the Department of Foreign Affairs to be ready with legal actions against China that threaten to detain trespassers in the South China Sea, which is said to be enforced starting June 15......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

PODCAST | Departure, return: The region as liminal space in 3 Filipino films

Minda Salida #13: Departure, return: The region as liminal space in 3 Filipino films The term regional cinema was coined, or became a wave in the landscape of Philippine cinema, with the inception of the Cinema Rehiyon, an annual exhibition and gathering of regional cinemas and filmmakers all over the Philippines, led by the National […].....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

SC fines PAO chief P180,000 for contempt

The Supreme Court has slapped a fine of P180,000 on Public Attorney’s Office chief Persida Acosta over her statements against the “conflict of interest” provision in the new lawyers’ code of conduct, citing her for indirect contempt and grossly undignified conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

LGUs join 5-day climate change action plan training

LGUs join 5-day climate change action plan training.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Charter change could worsen destructive mining impact

By DOMINIC GUTOMAN AND ZYSA MEI ELLORAN Bulatlat.com MANILA – For environmental defenders, the government’s push for charter change (cha-cha) could worsen the already dire impacts of destructive mining corporations on vulnerable communities. The Kalipunan ng Katutubong Mamamayan ng Pilipinas (Katribu) and Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP) held a protest in front of… The post Charter change could worsen destructive mining impact appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Mayor Chan promises legal assistance to swindling victims

LAPU-LAPU CITY, CEBU — The Lapu-Lapu City Government, through the City Legal Office (CLO), promised to provide legal assistance against an alleged swindler, along with her accomplice, after they repeatedly sold lots with questionable status in Barangay Canjulao. On Monday, February 19, the alleged swindler faced around 15 individuals who were her victims, with the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024