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Red-tagging hobbles free expression and opinion

Freedom of expression and opinion in the Philippines is seriously hampered by the practice of red-tagging, according to Irene Khan, United Nations Special Rapporteur, who wound up a 10-day official visit to the Philippines yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Significance of the country visit of UN SR for free expression and opinion to the PH

Human rights group emphasized the importance UN Special Rapporteur's visit, adding that this is the chance to show the international community that all is not well in the Philippines, and how current government policies, laws and programs have led to killings and various forms of human rights violations. The post Significance of the country visit of UN SR for free expression and opinion to the PH appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

‘Vampire facials’ linked to cases of HIV in three women

Three women were diagnosed with HIV after getting “vampire facial” procedures at an unlicensed New Mexico medical spa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report last week, marking the first documented cases of people contracting the virus through cosmetic services using needles. Federal health officials said in a new report that an investigation.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

Repression Increased in Asia in 2023, Human Rights Watch Says

Governments across Asia grew more repressive last year, emboldened by Western countries eager to curry favor with allies that might help check China's rise and taking increasingly brazen steps to silence their critics abroad, Human Rights Watch says in a new report.In its World Report 2024, launched Thursday morning in New York, the advocacy group takes stock of the human rights situation in more than 100 countr.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Repression Increased in Asia in 2023, Human Rights Watch Says

Governments across Asia grew more repressive last year, emboldened by Western countries eager to curry favor with allies that might help check China's rise and taking increasingly brazen steps to silence their critics abroad, Human Rights Watch says in a new report.In its World Report 2024, launched Thursday morning in New York, the advocacy group takes stock of the human rights situation in more than 100 countr.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

Three Cebu booters make final cut for PHL FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers line-up

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Football Club’s Chima Uzoka and Jeremiah Borlongan and homegrown player Theo Libarnes made it to the final roster for the Philippine men’s national football team that will compete in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers against Iraq on March 21 in Basra Stadium, Iraq.  Uzoka and Borlongan were among the.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Opinion - South China Sea- Philippines must softly manage disputes or miss out economically

Manilas assertive transparency strategy is touted as a model for managing maritime disputes but it diminishes key economic opportunities. As Chinese investment pours into other Southeast Asian countries, the Philippines must reduce geopolitical risks without acquiescing to Beijing......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

153,000 aliens took part in 2024 Annual Report – BI

OVER 153,000 foreign nationals took part in this year’s annual report by aliens who are holders of immigrant and non-immigrant visas in country. This was learned from Bureau of Immigration (BI) Commissioner Norman Tansingco himslef, as he disclosed that a total of 153,651 foreigners participated in the 2024 Annual Report which started on January 1, […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

UFO sightings mostly ‘ordinary objects’ says Pentagon report

WASHINGTON — A Pentagon report on UFO sightings said U.S. government investigations since the end of World War Two have found no evidence of extraterrestrial technology and had concluded that most sightings were misidentified ordinary objects and phenomena. The report released on Friday follows on from a 2022 Pentagon announcement that its then newly formed.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Over 59,000 Indians acquired US citizenship in 2023, making up 6.7 pc of total new citizens: Report

Washington, DC [US], February 12 (ANI): Over 59,000 Indians were enlisted as bona fide US citizens in 2023, helping the country secure the second slot for the top source country for new citizens in America after Mexico, the annual progress report for 2023, released recently by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated. According to the official report, nearly 8.7 lakh foreign nationals became US citizens.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Over 59,000 Indians acquired US citizenship in 2023, making up 6.7 pc of total new citizens: Report

Washington, DC [US], February 12 (ANI): Over 59,000 Indians were enlisted as bona fide US citizens in 2023, helping the country secure the second slot for the top source country for new citizens in America after Mexico, the annual progress report for 2023, released recently by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated. According to the official report, nearly 8.7 lakh foreign nationals became US citizens.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 12th, 2024

Employees Enter a so-so Era: The Latest Jobs Report – The Daily Guardian

January’s Jobs Report Exceeds Expectations, Indicating Positive Outlook for Labor Market In a surprising turn of events, the jobs report for January has defied expectations.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

PH task force on media security’s efforts not enough, says UN’s Khan

United Nation Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion Irene Khan also emphasizes: Media killings should be considered work-related until proven that they are not.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

‘Media is a public good:’ Closure of CNN Philippines draws concerns from UN expert

The United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion said that the recent closure of CNN Philippines is a "worrying sign" for media freedom in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Long COVID prevalence in these states according to new CDC report

The latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) from the CDC has shed light on the lingering effects of COVID-19 among residents in certain states.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Nearly 50,000 UK businesses on verge of collapse - report

Construction and real estate are among the hardest hit sectors, researchers say The number of UK businesses on the brink of bankruptcy skyrocketed by more than a quarter at the end of last year amid a "debt storm" triggered by a series of interest rate hikes, a report from a group of insolvency specialists re.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

‘Pulubi’ buking, nakabili ng sasakyan na nagkakahalaga ng P1.5-M

VIRAL sa social media ang kuwento ng isang “pulubi” na nakabili ng mamahaling sports utility vehicle (SUV) sa Pahang, Malaysia. Nabuking ng social welfare department (JKM) sa Maran district sa Pahang ang raket ng naturang pulubi sa Sri Jaya night market sa isinagawa nilang operation. Base sa report ng The Straits Times, marami nang nagrereklamong residente.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

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......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Marcos bans gov’t officials from using sirens, blinkers

Marcos bans gov’t officials from using sirens, blinkers.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 11th, 2024

3 cops axed for using EDSA Carousel

Three police personnel who were apprehended for using the EDSA busway last week were relieved from their posts, an official announced yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 9th, 2024