Probe free speech violations, UN rapporteur urged
Various groups yesterday urged United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion Irene Khan to investigate violations on Filipinos’ rights to free speech and expression during her upcoming visit next week......»»
Davao City Rep. Paolo Duterte seeks probe on extrajudicial killings
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 23 May) – Davao City First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte sought on Wednesday a legislative inquiry into the alleged extrajudicial killings (EJKs) and human rights violations in different local governments in the Philippines for the last 25 years. Duterte is the eldest son of former President Rodrigo Duterte, who ordered an […].....»»
NBI to probe China embassy ‘wiretapping’
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla has ordered the National Bureau of Investigation to look into possible violations of the wiretapping law by the Chinese embassy......»»
Lawmakers seek probe on students rights violations in UST
Lawmakers at the House of Representatives filed a resolution urging an investigation into several reported instances of censorship and restrictions allegedly imposed on students at the University of Santo Tomas......»»
After being ‘unbothered,’ Tokhang chief Dela Rosa admits fear of going to jail
Sen. Ronald Dela Rosa, former Philippine National Police chief, said that he is afraid of being imprisoned following rumors that the International Criminal Court is currently conducting a probe into the alleged human rights violations in the Philippines......»»
Junk website blocking order, NTC urged
"Insisting on the blocking of our websites runs counter to the government's claims of having a vibrant democracy. We call on the Philippine government to stop violating the people's right to free expression and opinion," they said. The post Junk website blocking order, NTC urged appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
EcoWaste Coalition: Keep the Bagong Pilipinas Kick-Off Rally Litter-Free
Quezon City. The EcoWaste Coalition, a non-government organization campaigning for the human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment, urged those leading and participating in the kick-off rally of the “Bagong Pilipinas” movement in Rizal Park tomorrow, January 28, to keep the massive event litter-free. President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (PBBM) is expected to grace […].....»»
EcoWaste Coalition: Keep the Bagong Pilipinas Kick-Off Rally Litter-Free
27 January 2024, Quezon City. The EcoWaste Coalition, a non-government organization campaigning for the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment, urged those leading and participating in the kick-off rally of the "Bagong Pilipinas" movement in Rizal Park tomorrow, January 28, to keep the massive event litter-free.President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (PBBM) is expected to grace the h.....»»
Marcos: PH, South Korea to sign free trade pact this year
President Marcos believes that the Philippines and South Korea will approve their free trade agreement (FTA) this year. He also aims for a separate deal to grant duty-free access for certain Philippine products to the South Korean market. The FTA, signed in September 2023 during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Indonesia, is.....»»
NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force
The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union. "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»
What examples of comparison-free joy have influenced your life?
What examples of comparison-free joy have influenced your life? How does remembering your place in the body of Christ free you from the need to compare yourself to others?.....»»
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.....»»
Free leptospirosis meds, anti-tetanus vaccines for flood-affected residents
Summary: The Davao City Health Office (CHO) is providing free medicines for leptospirosis and anti-tetanus shots to residents affected by floods. Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, CHO Officer-In-Charge, announced the availability of these medications during a media forum, emphasizing their dispatch during emergencies. He highlighted the proactive response of health district staff, ensuring that evacuation centers are equipped with prophylaxis for leptospirosis. Additionally, tetanus toxoid, dressings, and antibiotics are available for flood-related injuries. Ababon emphasized that these services and medications are provided free of charge. He advised seeking a doctor's guidance for the dosage of prophylaxis medicine, as well as the administration of antibiotics due to potential allergies. Despite recording 17 cases of leptospirosis in the first two weeks of the month, no related deaths were reported. This initiative aims to safeguard the health of flood-affected residents in Davao City......»»
Senado tumiklop sa Chocolate Hills probe
Isasara na ng Senado ang imbestigasyon sa kontobersiyal na resort sa Chocolate Hills sa Bohol matapos ilabas ng Office of the Ombudsman ang suspension order laban sa gobernador at iba pang lokal na opisyal ng lalawigan. The post Senado tumiklop sa Chocolate Hills probe first appeared on Abante......»»
Cops probe shooting of 75-year-old Catholic nun in Biliran
Cops probe shooting of 75-year-old Catholic nun in Biliran.....»»
Maguindanao del Norte police commanders under probe
Maguindanao del Norte police commanders under probe.....»»
Dating adviser ni Digong no show sa P3.6B shabu bodega probe
Pinagpapaliwanag ng House Committee on Dangerous Drugs si Michael Yang, ang ex-presidential economic adviser ni dating pangulong Rodrigo Duterte kung bakit hindi ito dapat maisyuhan ng subpoena sa hindi pagsipot sa hearing tungkol sa isang warehouse kung saan natuklasan ang P3.6 bilyong shabu. The post Dating adviser ni Digong no show sa P3.6B shabu bodega probe first appeared on Abante......»»
Mga ‘bata’ ni Digong inisnab China deal probe ng Kamara
No show ang tatlong opisyal ni dating pangulong Rodrigo Duterte sa isinagawang imbestigasyon ng Kamara de Representantes sa sinasabing gentleman’s agreement ng dating pangulo kay Chinese President Xi Jinping. The post Mga ‘bata’ ni Digong inisnab China deal probe ng Kamara first appeared on Abante......»»
3ID welcomes CHR probe on killings in Negros Occidental
3ID welcomes CHR probe on killings in Negros Occidental.....»»
Lack of CCTV hampers probe on couple’s murder
The probe on the murders of a Manila-based couple found dead in a condominium two weeks ago is hampered because of the lack of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed in the establishment, Davao City Police says......»»
Binuking ni Trillanes: Kudeta kay PBBM konektado sa ICC probe
Nguniso ni dating senador Antonio Trillanes IV ang kampo ni dating Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte na siyang nasa likod ng destabilization plot kay Pangulong Bongbong Marcos dahil sa isinasagawang imbestigasyon ng International Criminal Court (ICC) laban sa dating pangulo. The post Binuking ni Trillanes: Kudeta kay PBBM konektado sa ICC probe first appeared on Abante......»»