Marcos tightens protocol plate issuance to curb misuse
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued an order regulating the granting of protocol license plates to government officials following concerns about the increasing prevalence of low-numbered plates......»»
Online site blocking bill pushed to curb digital piracy
Several stakeholders in the creative industry were reportedly unanimous in their position to have the 27-year-old Intellectual Property Code revised to make room for provisions that would address the prevalence of online piracy by blocking unauthorized downloading or streaming of internet contents......»»
La Union farmers shift to drought-resistant crops to curb El Niño impact
Farmers in La Union are shifting to drought-resistant crops to parry off the dire effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the agriculture sector......»»
Cavs-Lakers face-off comes with a Donovan Mitchell intrigue
The Los Angeles Lakers will size up one of their top summer trade targets when the Cleveland Cavaliers visit them on Saturday (Sunday Manila time) as the race to the playoffs tightens up. .....»»
Cavs-Lakers face-off comes with a Donovan Mitchell intrigue
The Los Angeles Lakers will size up one of their top summer trade targets when the Cleveland Cavaliers visit them on Saturday (Sunday Manila time) as the race to the playoffs tightens up. .....»»
More jabs vs pertussis, measles arriving soon — DOH
The health department said in a statement Monday that it is already distributing 64,400 pentavalent vaccines to curb the spread of pertussis, a highly contagious respiratory infection......»»
Catapang tightens security after ambush
Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gregorio Catapang Jr. yesterday said security measures were doubled following the recent shooting incident involving his vehicle along the Skyway on Tuesday......»»
BSP tightens crackdown vs money counterfeiters
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has intensified its anti-counterfeiting operations, leading to the confiscation of more than P35 million worth of fake banknotes since 2010......»»
How to Avoid Procrastination, A Must Read
Ever find yourself juggling tasks at the last minute, heart pounding as deadlines creep closer? Well, you’re not alone. Let’s chat about how to kick procrastination to the curb and make work life a bit smoother. Start by breaking tasks into bite-sized chunks. It’s like tackling a pizza slice instead of the whole pie. Trust […].....»»
Philippines ratifies WTO deal on fisheries subsidies
The Philippines has ratified the World Trade Organization agreement on fisheries subsidies, which seeks to curb harmful subsidies like support for illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing , bringing the landmark multilateral deal closer to effectivity......»»
BCCP raises concerns over plans to curb meat imports
The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines expressed concerns on the agriculture department’s plan to temporarily suspend the minimum access volume on corn and pork......»»
House tightens security after lawmakers get bomb threats
The House of Representatives has been placed on heightened alert following threats received by lawmakers and House staff last week, including bomb threats, Secretary General Reginald Velasco said on Monday......»»
CTTMO heightens 20-sec rule for PUVs
The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) in Davao City is intensifying the enforcement of the 20-second rule for public utility vehicles (PUVs) in loading/non-loading areas to alleviate traffic congestion during peak hours. CTTMO Head Dionisio Abude announced that 36 new traffic personnel will be assigned to monitor yellow boxes and ensure that PUVs, particularly jeepneys, do not exceed the 20-second limit in designated areas. Violators will be issued citation tickets for disregarding traffic signs, and those with expired or fake PUV IDs will face penalties. Additionally, the CTTMO is increasing efforts to curb illegally parked cars and urging drivers to keep intersections clear. These measures, along with the enforcement of the new speed limit policy, aim to promote safe and orderly traffic. Abude emphasized the importance of motorists' cooperation in respecting traffic rules and regulations for a disciplined and courteous driving environment......»»
Ayala Corp tightens insider trading policy
Ayala Corp., the country’s oldest conglomerate, has tightened its insider trading policy......»»
EDITORIAL — Tax-funded escorts
Except for those who lost their entitlements, public reaction has been positive toward restrictions imposed by President Marcos on the use of vehicle sirens or wang-wang, blinkers and similar devices as well as special protocol plates......»»
House calls on members to stop using ‘8’ car plates
The House of Representatives has called out anew its members who are using protocol plates bearing the number “8,” saying these plates are not considered legitimate and authorized......»»
EDITORIAL - Now enforce these orders
In an order that evoked the late president Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino, President Marcos has banned the use of sirens or wang-wang and blinkers by unauthorized government officials and personnel and restricted the use of protocol license plates, with judges losing the privilege......»»
Apple Updates iMessage With a New Post-Quantum Encryption Protocol
Apple Takes Messaging Security to New Heights with iMessage Encryption Update Tech giant Apple has recently announced a major encryption update for its popular messaging.....»»
PH OKs revised Asean free trade pacts with ANZ, Hong Kong
MANILA — The Philippines, a founding member of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean), has agreed to amend two important free trade agreements to benefit investors, traders, and exporters. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Thursday that it signed the Second Protocol to Amend the Agreement Establishing the Asean-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade.....»»
EDITORIAL – Withdraw special plates
Last year, the leadership of the House of Representatives said the chamber had withdrawn all “8” protocol plates issued to members of previous Congresses......»»
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......»»