NBI-Davao seizes illegal ‘butane’
THE National Bureau of Investigation - Southern Mindanao Regional Office (NBI-Semro) seized around 900 illegally refilled LPG canisters commonly known in the market as “butane” during a buy-bust operation at the Bankerohan Public Market in Davao City on Monday morning, February 19, 2024......»»
Shear line damages P172-M worth of agri products, infra in Davao region
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 23 January) – The recent heavy rains brought by the shear line destroyed at least P172 million worth of agricultural products and infrastructure in the Davao region. Data from the Department of Agriculture – Davao region (DA-Davao) said the initial damage to palay, corn and other high-value crops reached P145.3 million. […].....»»
Over 600-K affected by shear line in Davao
Over 600,000 people in Davao Region were affected by a shear line, causing unprecedented damage and extensive flooding and landslides. The regional director of the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region emphasized the need to address these issues and called for collaboration to prevent future disasters. The agriculture sector suffered over P50 million in damages, while infrastructure incurred around P25 million in damages. The report also highlighted the impact on road sections, bridges, and houses, with significant assistance provided by OCD-Davao. Plans are underway for a region-wide flooding dialogue and realignment of projects with disaster prevention efforts in collaboration with the Department of Public Works and Highways. Related stories include urging proactive measures in establishing disaster services at barangays and the expedited release of aid for Davao disaster victims......»»
Groups urge to include placemaking in planning for public spaces
The push for placemaking in planning for public spaces was emphasized by various groups during a recent forum in Davao City. ATTY. Mark Peñalver, executive director of Interfacing Development Interventions for Sustainability (Idis), stressed the importance of incorporating placemaking in public space planning to not only enhance the physical environment but also to promote inclusivity. He highlighted the exclusion of certain sectors in existing public spaces and emphasized the need for stakeholders' input and acknowledgment of their stories in the planning process. Dr. Derlie Mateo-Babiano, an associate professor in Urban Planning Assistant, described placemaking as a means to transform places into spaces that people will cherish. She emphasized the significance of engaging the community in the planning process to understand their cultural, environmental, and other needs. Peñalver also cited a successful placemaking project in Davao Executive Homes, which catered to children, the elderly, and individuals with special needs, demonstrating the positive impact of placemaking. Furthermore, Peñalver advocated for the institutionalization of placemaking in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and other development plans in Davao City. He highlighted the potential of placemaking to ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community. Architect Harold Delima, co-convenor of Placemaking Davao, discussed ongoing workshops with various demographics to integrate placemaking into the city's development. The groups involved are hopeful that placemaking will become a fundamental aspect of public space planning in Davao City, aiming to create inclusive and community-centered environments......»»
7 dead after Davao City Mayor Duterte declares war vs. drugs
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 26 March) – Two more drug suspects died in separate buy-bust operations in Toril District here before dawn Tuesday, after they allegedly resisted arrest, a police official said. This brought the number of fatalities to seven since Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte declared a “war” on illegal drugs last March […].....»»
PEF decries continued illegal hunting of Philippine Eagles
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 29 February) – The Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) expressed alarm over the persistence of illegal hunting activities in the mountains after juvenile Philippine Eagle Kalatungan was rescued, and after examination, was found wounded with two air gun pellets. The raptor was rescued in Sitio Balmar, Barangay Nabaliwa in Pangantucan, Bukidnon last February […].....»»
NBI raids Bantag houses
National Bureau of Investigation operatives yesterday raided two houses in Laguna and Caloocan City to serve arrest warrants to former Bureau of Corrections chief Gerald Bantag, but failed to find the fugitive......»»
3 KJC members arrested, 2 others surrender
FIVE members of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC), who were previously issued a warrant of arrest alongside KJC founder Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, have now been placed under the custody of the National Bureau of Investigation-Southern Mindanao Regional Office (NBI-Semro) on Wednesday, April 3......»»
NBI nabs 8 bogus DBM officials
Eight people allegedly posing as officials of the Department of Budget and Management were apprehended by the National Bureau of Investigation in Mandaluyong on Tuesday......»»
Bacolod horrified by discovery of dumped frozen body parts near NBI, capitol
Bacolod Mayor Albee Benitez, furious, says the dumping of body parts was the handiwork of a 'syndicate'.....»»
Global Dominion Joins The Fight Against Scammers and Fake Accounts
Before 2023 ended, Global Dominion reported a case of unauthorized use of the company’s name in what appeared to be a mobile application. This concern was brought up by a concerned individual via Global Dominion’s customer service and complaints division (CSC). The company then submitted a report to the National Bureau of Investigation’s (NBI) Cyber.....»»
GCash, NBI tighten tieup vs scams
E-wallet giant GCash has signed an agreement with the National Bureau of Investigation to strengthen its campaign against scams within the platform......»»
MPBL: San Juan seizes solo lead; Batangas, Mindoro triumph
San Juan took the solo lead while Batangas stayed close in the 6th MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Season at the Batangas City Coliseum......»»
BOC seizes scorpions, isopods bound for Mexico
The Bureau of Customs intercepted a parcel containing scorpions and isopods bound for Mexico at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport on Tuesday......»»
BOC seizes P56 million shabu from Thailand
The Bureau of Customs has confiscated 8.2 kilos of methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu smuggled in balikbayan boxes sent from Thailand......»»
Israel seizes Rafah crossing as Gaza truce talks resume
Israel sent tanks into Rafah in southern Gaza, seizing the border crossing with Egypt Tuesday in an operation the United Nations said denied it access to the key humanitarian passage. The thrust into the eastern sector of Rafah, packed with displaced civilians, came as negotiators and mediators met in Cairo in another effort to forge a hostage release.....»»
BOC seizes Liberian-flagged vessel in Bohol Sea
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Customs (BOC) said on Saturday that it apprehended a Liberian-flagged vessel in the Bohol Sea. According to the BOC, the ship, which was seized on Friday, had been drifting and loitering since the previous week. It was also bound for the port of Kinuura in Japan, the BOC added......»»
BOC seizes P37 million ‘kush’ from Thailand
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has confiscated 30.952 kilos of “kush” or a type of high-grade marijuana with a street value of P37 million hidden inside six balikbayan boxes from Thailand......»»
BIR seizes P5.4 billion worth of illicit cigarettes
The trade of illicit cigarettes remains a problem with the Bureau of Internal Revenue unearthing P5.4-billion in tax liabilities from its latest operation......»»
Canino continues teardown, seizes solo lead in national chess tilt
Unheralded Reulle Canino sustained her upset rampage as she brought down Woman FIDE Master Allaney Jia Doroy this time to snare the solo lead after the third round of the Philippine National Women’s Chess Championships......»»
Samanodi seizes lead; Chan makes move
Kuresh Samanodi took control with a bogey-free 70 as erstwhile co-leader Ozeki Kakeru faltered with a 77 while local amateur standout Aidric Chan made a strong push for one of the 30 spots up for grabs in the Philippine Golf Tour Q-School here yesterday......»»