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UN expert calls for abolition of NTF-ELCAC, tolerance of PH gov’t to dissent

“The whole concept of freedom of expression is to be able to say what you want even if it offends the other side. The government should encourage a greater culture of tolerance.” -- Special Rapporteur on Free Expression and Opinion Irene Khan The post UN expert calls for abolition of NTF-ELCAC, tolerance of PH gov’t to dissent appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Marcos calls for ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ and efficient service in governance brand kick-off rally

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday urged all government workers to work towards a “Bagong Pilipinas” (New Philippines) and deliver “responsive, efficient” service during the kick-off rally for his governance brand at Quirino Grandstand in Manila. Bongbong Marcos calls for ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ and efficient service in governance brand rally He also encouraged Filipinos.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

‘Save Poro’s trees’: Parish church widens calls vs tree-cutting

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The parish church in Poro town, Camotes Island, in northern Cebu is not giving up on its fight to save hundreds of trees from being chopped down. The Sto. Niño de Poro Parish expanded its online petition, aimed at convincing the government not to cut down over 700 trees for road.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

NTF-ELCAC won’t be abolished, says Marcos

President Marcos yesterday rejected calls to abolish the government’s anti-insurgency task force, saying it has lessened the security risks posed by communist rebels and has provided assistance to those who abandoned the armed struggle......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

NBA: Mavericks take 3-2 series lead vs Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY— Luka Doncic stopped worrying about calls and just played. It worked. He scored 31 points in a triple-double, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 104-92 on Wednesday night to take a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference semifinal series. Doncic didn’t voice his displeasure with the officials nearly as much.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 16th, 2024

Philippines calls for expulsion of Beijing s diplomats as South China Sea row worsens

Manila [Philippines], May 10 (ANI): The Philippines' national security adviser on Friday called for the expulsion of Chinese diplomats over an alleged leaked telephonic conversation with a Filipino military official as territorial tensions continue to increase, Nikkei Asia reported. This comes a week after China harassed and shot water cannons at a Filipino humanitarian mission headed to Scarborough Shoal, a flashpoint in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

A six-year-old girl from Pilar, Bohol calls for help

Kriscent Xian Cahulogan, a six-year-old girl from Purok 1, Brgy. San Isidro, Pilar, Bohol, is asking for help to sustain her chemotherapy treatment. Xian was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) on May 10, 2023. It all began in February when she exhibited pallor and complained of abdominal pain, prompting her family to seek medical.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 7th, 2024

Grab calls for localization of traffic plans

Ride-hailing giant Grab Philippines is pushing for a localized approach in addressing the traffic crisis in the country, warning that a one-size-fits-all program may worsen the situation......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Marcos calls journalists crucial in fight vs misinformation

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. recognized the bravery of journalists as he joined in celebrating the World Press Freedom Day on Friday and highlighted the media's role in combating misinformation......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

Marcos calls for review of minimum wage rates

Groups have been calling on the government to raise the minimum wage to keep up with the rising cost of living. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

EDITORIAL – Improving the plight of workers

The government is not expected to announce a nationwide wage increase as Labor Day is marked today. A populist initiative in the Senate to legislate a hefty wage increase nationwide has failed to gain traction at the House of Representatives, amid calls from all business groups to leave wage-setting to the regional tripartite wages and productivity boards – the mechanism provided by law......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

Approval of anti-online piracy bills sought

A citizens’ rights group has renewed its calls for the Senate to expedite the passage of anti-online piracy bills, saying that each day of delay translates into significant tangible and intangible losses for the creatives industry while scammers get richer with each victim......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Knicks-76ers series undergoes twist

The NBA playoff opening-round series between the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers took a dramatic turn after the Last 2 Minute Report revealed missed calls that could have altered the wild ending of Game 2......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Sara thanks Marcos for ‘continued trust’

Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte thanked President Marcos for still trusting her amid calls for her resignation as Department of Education chief by several lawmakers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Viber group chats now summarized by AI

Rakuten Viber, a global leader in private and secure messaging and calls as well as the leading communications app in the Philippines, has leveraged the technology of OpenAI to launch a conversation-summarizing AI feature for unread messages in group chats......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Council eyes to invite Caap-Davao acting area manager

A DAVAO City Councilor calls the attention of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines-Davao (CAAP-Davao) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board-Davao (LTFRB-Davao) over multiple issues concerning the Francisco Bangoy International Airport, also known as Davao International Airport (DIA)......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Visayan Electric calls on more biz customers to enroll in ILP

To lessen the impact of possible power shortages in the Visayas Grid on Visayan Electric customers, the electric utility is calling for more of its commercial and industrial customers to enroll in the Interruptible Load Program (ILP). ILP is a voluntary, demand-side management program where business customers of a distribution utility with loads of at.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

On Earth Day, PMPI calls on DENR Secretary to Stop Ignoring the Cries of Mother Nature

22 April 2023Ms. Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga Secretary Department of Environment and Natural ResourcesGreetings. We share our open letter. AN OPEN LETTER TO SECRETARY YULO-LOYZAGAThe past few weeks have been mired with numerous issues related to our environment. We have been told to h.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 23rd, 2024

G7 calls out China over intimidation

Seven of the world’s most powerful democracies comprising the Group of Seven have issued a joint communiqué calling on China to stop its militarization of the South China Sea and denouncing its use of dangerous maneuvers and water cannons against Philippine vessels......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Admin critics urged: Spare armed services from politics amid withdrawal calls for Marcos

National Security Adviser Eduardo Año called on administration detractors to keep the armed services out of political maneuvering after a lawmaker urged the military to withdraw its support for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024