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NBP strip search: BuCor denies whitewash of probe
Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) chief Gregorio Catapang Jr. yesterday denounced allegations of a possible whitewash in the investigation of strip searches on female visitors of inmates at the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) in Muntinlupa City......»»
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......»»
Appeal to stop mining firm’s activities in Sibuyan junked
The Court of Appeals (CA) has dismissed a plea filed by residents of Romblon to stop the operation of a mining company on Sibuyan Island......»»
Cebu groups call for wage increase on Labor Day
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Holding big red flags and banners, demonstrators coming from various labor groups and people’s organizations in Cebu gathered as one unified group on Wednesday, May 1, to deliver a collective plea for laborers – a wage increase. The demonstrators gathered in downtown Cebu City at around 7:30 a.m. and walked to.....»»
SC allows UN expert to act as friend of the court in Maria Ressa s cyber libel plea
Irene Khan, United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur for freedom of expression and opinion, has been allowed by the Supreme Court (SC) to sit as an "amicus curiae" to the court in the appeal for the cyber libel case of Rappler.com chief executive officer Maria Ressa and former researcher Reynaldo Santos......»»
Sandigan junks Bistek’s plea to dismiss graft rap
The Sandiganbayan has dismissed the bid of former Quezon City mayor Herbert Bautista and former administrator Aldrin Cuña to dismiss the graft case filed against them in connection with the allegedly anomalous P32-million online occupational permitting and tracking system project in 2019......»»
‘NOW plea to nullify NTC circular still pending before CA’
The petition of NOW Telecom Co. Inc. to have the National Telecommunications Commission bidding guidelines for the entry of a new major player in the telco industry declared unconstitutional is still pending before the Court of Appeals, the company said yesterday......»»
Putin Critic Alexei Navalnys Partner Emerges from the Shadows
Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, has made a heartfelt plea for action from Russia’s opposition in the wake of.....»»
MTRCB junks SMNI’s plea to lift suspension on two programs
The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board affirmed its decision to suspend the two programs of the Sonshine Media Network International after it aired unverified information and death threats. .....»»
Delivery drivers urge Mayor Baste for business permit exemption
Title: Delivery Drivers Seek Exemption from Business Permit Requirement A group of delivery drivers in Davao is urging Mayor Sebastian Duterte to exempt them from the mandatory business permits. The drivers, including those from various delivery apps such as Grab and FoodPanda, are concerned about the financial burden imposed by the business permits, which range from P2,000 to P6,000. They argue that this requirement is unique to Davao City among all cities and provinces in the Philippines. Grab rider Rolando Atico emphasized the need for solidarity among all delivery drivers, regardless of the app they work for. He urged fellow drivers to support each other, as the financial impact may extend beyond just Grab and FoodPanda. Atico also requested Mayor Duterte to reconsider the requirement and reinstate the previous occupational permit, which only cost P125. The group is facing a 30-day deadline to obtain the business permits, and they are citing financial constraints as a reason for their request for an extension. Failure to comply could result in their removal from the delivery platforms, jeopardizing their livelihoods. Additionally, they are advocating for changes to Davao City's Revenue Code, proposing a model similar to Cebu City, where only an occupational permit is required. The drivers are also calling for an inquiry into the lack of transparency and unilateral actions of food delivery companies, particularly concerning rider capitalization and financial concerns. They believe that a thorough investigation will help ensure fairness and equity in their financial obligations and working relationship with the delivery companies. Maribel Paguican, the Business Bureau officer-in-charge, stated that non-certified delivery riders categorized as service contractors must obtain a business permit. She mentioned two permits for occupational and business activities, with a discounted structure for delivery riders. However, concerns have been raised about increased taxes, potentially ranging from P3,000 to P6,000, along with an additional tax on top of the declared income of P1,400. The delivery drivers' plea for exemption from the business permit requirement reflects their concerns about the financial impact and the potential threat to their livelihoods. Their call for solidarity and support from fellow drivers highlights the urgency of the situation. This story sheds light on the challenges faced by delivery drivers in Davao and the implications of the business permit requirement on their financial well-being. It also underscores their efforts to seek fairness and equity in their working relationship with the authorities and delivery companies......»»
Hearing Us from Heaven
Hear from heaven their prayer and their plea. 1 Kings 8:45.....»»
Philippines denies any deal with China on Ayungin Shoal in South China Sea
Manila [Philippines], April 27 (ANI): The Philippines Department of National Defence (DND) has completely rejected China's claims of having any internal agreement on the Ayungin Shoal, Philippine News Agency quoted Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr as saying. In a statement released on Saturday, Gilberto Teodoro Jr rejected the claims of Chinese officials about two new deals with the Philippines in 2023 to.....»»
Obiena bounces back, ties for silver in Oslo Bislett Games
Filipino Olympic pole vaulter EJ Obiena bounced back from a nightmarish outing and reached the podium in the Oslo Bislett Games Friday (Manila time)......»»
Natividad rules CEPCA President’s Cup chess tilt
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Seasoned woodpusher Richard Natividad lorded the Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (CEPCA) President’s Cup 2024 on Saturday, May 18. Natividad, a former player of the Toledo Xignex Trojans in the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP), displayed a near-perfect outing in the tournament after scoring 6.5 points in the.....»»
Toledo Xignex Trojans splits matches in PCAP All Filipino chess
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Toledo Xignex Trojans split their two matches on Wednesday evening, May 8, in the ongoing Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) All-Filipino Conference. This was after the Trojans beat Arriba Iriga but lost to the south division’s current leader, the Camarines Soaring Eagles. Their 1-1 (win-loss) outing last Wednesday.....»»
Cuizon unloads 40 points in Aloguinsan’s win in Cabaron cagefest
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Andre Minos Cuizon put on a stellar outing by carrying Aloguinsan on his back in beating Malabuyoc, 119-109, during their game in the Cabaron Invitational Inter-town Basketball Tournament held over the weekend at the covered court in Moalboal, Cebu. Cuizon poured a game-high 40 points to lead Aloguinsan in winning four.....»»
IM Yap grabs lead Cebu Chess Masters Invitational
CEBU CITY, Philippines — International Master (IM) Kim Steven Yap led the second day of the ongoing Cebu Chess Masters Invitational held at the Robinsons Galleria Cebu this weekend. IM Yap, the second seed of the tournament, racked up three straight wins to bounce back from his slow day one outing. He defeated third seed.....»»
Chito binalikan ang ‘awesome childhood’, nais ding iparanas sa mga anak
NAGING sentimental ang Parokya ni Edgar vocalist na si Chito Miranda nang makapagbakasyon sa probinsya kamakailan. Binalikan ng OPM rock icon ang kanyang kabataan lalo na yung panahong nag-a-outing ang kanilang pamilya sa beach at kapag nagpupunta sila sa Baguio. Baka Bet Mo: Camille Prats hindi nanakawan ng childhood kahit maagang nag-artista: I really think.....»»
Enjoying Your Summer Vacation Without Compromising Work
The allure of summer adventures is here. The sun is up and a beach outing or an overdue vacation to your province is just around the corner. Balancing work commitments with relaxation can be hard. But you can carefully plan and strategize your summer vacation and work to not compromise one after the other. Here’s […].....»»
Arena Plus joins PBA All-Star fray with successful viewing party
The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) had a blast last weekend with an unforgettable outing in the All-Star Weekend in Bacolod – the City of Smiles – and so did the fans all the way here in Manila......»»