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‘No smuggled onions in CDO’
The Bureau of Plant Industry has denied reports that smuggled onions are flooding the markets in Cagayan de Oro and that this has led to depressed prices......»»
Authorities prepare tight security for CDO’s Black Nazarene procession
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews / 8 January) — Hundreds of police personnel were given last-minute instructions Monday afternoon, hours before their deployment to secure the “traslacion” of the Black Nazarene here, which is expected to gather a huge crowd of devotees. Colonel Wilbur Salaguste, Philippine National Police – Region 10 (PNP-10) operations head, said […].....»»
Smaller crowd joins CDO’s Black Nazarene procession
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (MindaNews / 9 January) – Thousands of devotees braved the cold weather Tuesday dawn to join the “traslacion” or procession of the Black Nazarene, with the crowd conspicuously smaller compared to the past years as the city government did not declare today, January 9, a holiday, an official said. Although fewer […].....»»
Traslacion in CDO: from 110,000 last year to only 18,000 devotees this year
CAGAYAN DE ORO (MindaNews / 11 January) – A parish priest here blamed tight police security for the sharp drop in attendance during the Traslacion or the procession of the Black Nazarene here last Tuesday, with only 18,000 attendees compared with last year’s 110,000. Monsignor Rey Monsanto, parish priest of Our Lady Fatima Parish in Barangay […].....»»
Ombudsman junks raps vs NBI agents sued for torture of detainees, evidence planting
Criminal and administrative charges filed against nine agents of the National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) Task Force Against Illegal Drugs were dismissed by the Office of the Ombudsman in a ruling on Feb. 12, 2024, received on Monday......»»
Badoy guilty of indirect contempt for threats vs judge
The Supreme Court has slapped a P30,000 fine against Lorraine Badoy, former spokesperson for the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict for indirect contempt over her “vitriolic statements and outright threats” against a judge......»»
Canada travel advisory for Mindanao inaccurate – NSA
Inviting Canadian authorities to a dialogue to clear things up, National Security Adviser Eduardo Año yesterday expressed his disagreement with Canada’s recent travel advisory warning its citizens against traveling to some parts of Mindanao......»»
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......»»
Sleepy far-flung towns in the Philippines will host US forces returning to counter China threats
Sleepy far-flung towns in the Philippines will host US forces returning to counter China threats.....»»
Philippines says Iranian forces free 1 of 4 Filipino hostages
MANILA, May 10 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday said that one of the four Filipino sailors taken hostage by Iranian forces last month has been freed. The DFA said the Philippines welcomes the "good news," adding that the sailor is expected to arrive in Manila later Friday. "We appreciate Iran's gesture," the DFA said in a statement but did not elaborate. Th.....»»
Civilian casualties rise in Myanmar s civil war as resistance forces tighten noose around military
Civilian casualties rise in Myanmar s civil war as resistance forces tighten noose around military.....»»
Israeli forces take control of the Gaza side of the Rafah crossing with Egypt
Israeli forces take control of the Gaza side of the Rafah crossing with Egypt.....»»
Russian and US forces sharing base in Niger Pentagon chief
Lloyd Austin clarified that Moscow's contingent does not have access to American troops or equipmentUS Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has confirmed that Russian forces are sharing a base with American troops in Niger, but downplayed concerns about the security of personnel stationed in the West African nation.Austin commented after an anonymous senior US defense official was cited by R.....»»
PBA D-League- Puno, Calimag take charge as San Beda staves off CEU scare, forces semis decider
PBA D-League: Puno, Calimag take charge as San Beda staves off CEU scare, forces semis decider ABS-CBN News.....»»
Philippines says 4 Filipino sailors aboard ship seized by Iranian forces
MANILA, April 14 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines on Sunday said four Filipino sailors were among the crew of a container ship seized by Iranian forces in the Persian Gulf on Saturday. In a statement, the Philippines' Department of Migrant Workers confirmed the seizure of the vessel MSC Aries "with four Filipino seafarers on board," adding that it has contacted the families of the four sailors. The Philippine.....»»
Philippines, US air forces hold drills
The air forces of the Philippines and United States started the first leg of Cope Thunder at the Basa Air Base in Floridablanca, Pampanga on Monday......»»
Talisay survives Minglanilla, forces winner take all in Rhea Gullas Cup
Talisay survives Minglanilla, forces winner take all in Rhea Gullas Cup.....»»
Israeli forces rescue 2 hostages in dramatic Gaza raid that killed at least 67 Palestinians
Israeli forces rescue 2 hostages in dramatic Gaza raid that killed at least 67 Palestinians.....»»
More than 3,500 security forces deployed for Sinulog 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines – More than 3,500 security forces were sent off on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, to secure the 495th Fiesta Señor and Sinulog Festival celebrations. The send-off ceremony was held at the SM Seaside Concert Ground and was attended by Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama. The troops, who were from the different security.....»»
Meralco units join forces for sustainability initiatives
Manila Electric Co. local retail electricity supplier MPower and social development arm One Meralco Foundation have joined forces for programs that seek to build a sustainable future for the country......»»