Remulla orders probe into alleged illegal activities by diplomats
Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Tuesday directed the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to look into alleged unlawful acts of foreign diplomats......»»
DMW-Davao hails citizens vigilance for foiled illegal recruitment in Davao City
ACTING on a Dabawenyo’s information of an alleged illegal recruitment activity on its official Facebook page, the Department of Migrant Workers-Davao Region (DMW-Davao) endorsed the report to the National Bureau of Investigation-Southeastern Mindanao Regional Office (NBI-Semro) leading to a criminal investigation of three reported illegal recruiters last March 2, 2024 in Toril, Davao City by the City Prosecution Office......»»
2 Negros Occidental cops sacked over alleged illegal gambling ‘payola’
2 Negros Occidental cops sacked over alleged illegal gambling ‘payola’.....»»
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......»»
Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes
Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Filipino fisherfolk assert rights on West PH Sea over China’s ‘detention orders’
Marabe also said that the Chinese forces should be arrested and held accountable, instead of the Filipino fisherfolk, for aggressive penetration of the Philippine territory without permission. He also said that the forces of China are conducting illegal fishing, reclamation, and building of military structures. The post Filipino fisherfolk assert rights on West PH Sea over China’s ‘detention orders’ appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 1
TOKYO -- Japan's lunar probe has re-entered a dormant state and suspended activities as it reached sunset, rendering solar power generation unavailable, the country's space agency said on Thursday. The planned activities for the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), which made Japan the world's fifth lunar landing country, concluded on Wednesday, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said. (Japan-M.....»»
Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, Feb. 1
TOKYO -- Japan's lunar probe has re-entered a dormant state and suspended activities as it reached sunset, rendering solar power generation unavailable, the country's space agency said on Thursday. The planned activities for the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), which made Japan the world's fifth lunar landing country, concluded on Wednesday, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) said. (Japan-M.....»»
ICC can t probe Philippines drug war, Marcos tells Germany s Scholz
MANILA, The Philippines: This week, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. told German Chancellor Olaf Scholz the International Criminal Court (ICC) has no authority to probe the bloody war against drugs conducted by his predecessor. Marcos discussed the Hague-based ICC's probe during a bilateral meeting with Scholz while visiting Germany. Former President Rodrigo Duterte officially withdrew from the i.....»»
Ex-Philippines President Duterte summoned for probe into grave threats
Ex-Philippines President Duterte summoned for probe into 'grave threats' Anadolu Agency - English.....»»
Probe launched into ‘door-knocking’ incidents in Cebu
Probe launched into ‘door-knocking’ incidents in Cebu.....»»
Cebu group demands probe into deaths of Bilar 5 in Bohol
Cebu group demands probe into deaths of Bilar 5 in Bohol.....»»
Cops conduct deep probe into prof’s claims of kidnapping
Cops conduct deep probe into prof’s claims of kidnapping.....»»
German national nabbed at Cebu airport for ‘illegal recruitment’
MANDAUE CITY, Philippines — A 48-year-old German national was arrested at the Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) on Wednesday, May 22, for his alleged involvement in large-scale illegal recruitment. Ramon Hansmeyer was arrested by operatives from the National Bureau of Investigation Cebu District Office (NBI-CEBDO). The arrest stemmed from a request for an investigation into.....»»
‘Probe past NFA admins’ billion-peso palay sales’
Farmers’ group Federation of Free Farmers national manager Raul Montemayor asked Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. to include in the ongoing probe on the National Food Authority (NFA)’s questionable rice sale to some traders the alleged billions of pesos worth of fresh palay sold during previous administrations......»»
Senate panel summons Quiboloy after probe snub
Sen. Risa Hontiveros, the chairperson of the Senate Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations and Gender Equality, said that the panel sent two invitations to Apollo Quiboloy for a probe in the alleged abuses committed by him and KOJC, but was snubbed. .....»»
Pamilacan Island’s rich marine life threatened by illegal fishing
BOHOL, Philippines – Pamilacan Island is a sanctuary of immense marine biodiversity. From vibrant corals and diverse fish species to majestic turtles and playful dolphins, its waters teem with life. However, this abundance also attracts illegal fishing activities which pose a threat to the island’s ecological balance and the livelihoods of its residents. This serene.....»»
NBI-7 entrapment operation nets 9 illegal recruitment suspects in Talisay
CEBU CITY, Philippines —A total of nine individuals landed in jail after they were arrested in an entrapment operation at a beach resort in Barangay Pooc, Talisay City, Cebu, last Sunday, May 12, for being part of a syndicate conducting large-scale illegal recruitment activities across Cebu province. The group is accused of illegally recruiting hundreds.....»»
2 vessels nabbed for illegal fishing in Palawan; 35 face charges
The Philippine Coast Guard apprehended two fishing vessels suspected of engaging in illegal fishing activities approximately 2.9 nautical miles southwest of Brgy. Cocoro, Magsaysay, Palawan last Thursday......»»
557 persons nabbed for illegal gambling from Jan-March
THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has apprehended a total of 557 individuals involved in illegal gambling activities from January 1 to March 31, 2024......»»
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 […].....»»