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US strikes Houthi anti-ship missiles, shipping disruptions grow
The anti-ship missiles targeted in the strikes were being prepared by Yemen's Houthis for firing into the Red Sea and deemed 'an imminent threat' to shipping and US Navy vessels in the region, says the US military.....»»
PAL to rent aircraft from European carrier
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines is looking to enter into a lease agreement with a European operator to boost its fleet in the heat of supply chain disruptions that are causing delays in aircraft deliveries......»»
Government working to revert to old school calendar – Marcos
The government is working to revert to the old school calendar from June to March as the scorching summer heat, aggravated by the El Niño phenomenon, is causing class disruptions in several areas across the country, President Marcos yesterday......»»
Why Now’s the Perfect Time to Rethink Your Social Media Security
Last week’s Meta outage was a stark reminder of our dependence on digital platforms. While the technical glitches were temporary, they once again highlighted the utmost importance of online security, especially for businesses that rely heavily on social media. Here’s how to ensure your social media accounts remain secure, even during unexpected disruptions. Fortify Your […].....»»
PPA to spend P3.5 billion for upgrade of ports
As shippers suffer from the fallout of the Red Sea conflict, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) is spending P3.5 billion this year for port upgrades to minimize the impact of external disruptions on the local industry......»»
Maharlika CEO: terrorists are the only investors we won’t deal with
In an interview with Nikkei Asia, Rafael Consing, CEO of the Maharlika Investment Corp., addressed the delay in the MIC’s deployment of capital, and provided some insight into the level of interest the fund has received from global investors......»»
EAM Jaishankar discusses security, maritime cooperation with his Philippine counterpart in Manila
Manila [Philippines], March 26 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on an official visit to Manila, held a 'warm and productive' meeting with Philippines Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Enrique Manalo on Tuesday and discussed wide-ranging issues of security and maritime cooperation. During the meeting, both leaders exchanged views on global, regional, and multilateral issues, including Indo-Pacific, ASEAN,.....»»
Top 10 e-commerce sites in the Philippines 2019 - ASEAN UP
With a dynamic economy and a large population proficient with digital technologies, the Philippines is a fast-growing market for e-commerce in Southeast Asia. Several websites and digital applications are already fighting for market share, with global, regional and national players. The growing connectivity of the Philippines, rapidly overcoming the countrys infrastructure difficulties, enable more and Continue reading &q.....»»
ASEAN to remain among fastest growing regions
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations is likely to continue to see strong growth this year and remain among the fastest growing regions in the decade ahead, S&P Global Market Intelligence said. .....»»
SC rules: Red-tagging is threat to life, liberty
For almost six years, red-tagging has been a major component of the bloody counterinsurgency campaign – initiated and implemented by the Duterte regime and sustained by the Marcos Jr. administration – through the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC)......»»
Groups hail SC decision granting amparo petition for ex-Bayan Muna solon
In the decision released on Tuesday, the Supreme Court said that red-tagging and guilt by association threatens an individual’s right to life, liberty and security......»»
Elderly, PWD inmates moved to new Quezon City jail
The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology and the Quezon City government have begun the transfer of persons deprived of liberty to a new jail facility in Payatas......»»
2 activists get SC protection
The Supreme Court has granted environmental activists Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro protection from state security agents, saying there was an “established violation or threat” to their lives, liberty and security......»»
‘Why we need to amend the restrictive economic provisions’ (Continued from last week)
Of the original five members of ASEAN – Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand – we are unique in that some important economic sectors are singled out for specific protection under the Constitution, the fundamental law. All the other countries simply left all matters pertaining to economy and business to ordinary legislation......»»
TURNING POINT: K-12 Program: A Dismal Failure
NAAWAN, Misamis Oriental (MindaNews / 19 January) – The K-12 curriculum was adopted, supposedly to improve the quality of education in the country, mimicking the system in some countries in Europe and that of our ASEAN neighbors. Unfortunately, only the addition of two grade rungs, grade 11 and grade 12, otherwise known as the senior […].....»»
500 prisoners moved to Davao penal farm
The Bureau of Corrections has transferred 500 persons deprived of liberty from the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City to the Davao Prison and Penal Farm in Panabo, Davao del Norte......»»
Progressive groups welcome SC’s ruling on red-tagging
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL Bulatlat.com MANILA — Progressive groups welcomed the Supreme Court’s ruling on the petition filed by former Bayan Muna representative Siegfred D. Deduro, declaring that red-tagging, labeling, and guilt by association threaten a person’s right to life, liberty or security. In a decision dated July 4, 2023 penned by Associate Justice… The post Progressive groups welcome SC’s ruling on red-tagging appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Marcos grants clemency to 22 PDLs
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has granted executive clemency to 22 persons deprived of liberty (PDL), the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) said on Saturday. BuCor said while 20 PDLs were granted commutations of sentences, two were given conditional pardon. They are brothers Alfredo and Leopold Bongcawel. BuCor Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. said they would.....»»
SC grants protection writs for abducted environmental activists
In a decision penned by Associate Justice Ramon Paul Hernando and released Thursday, the SC said that “there was an established violation to the life, liberty, or security of petitioners.”.....»»
Islands of light and hope
They say a trip to New York is not complete without a visit to the Statue of Liberty......»»