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Wildlife forensics: how science is helping to combat a billion-dollar organized crime industry

Another day at the airport, another routine inspection for a Customs Officer.She finishes examining the contents of one shipment - nothing of note. But then, she spies a crate labeled 'exotic reptiles.'Suspicious, she opens the shipment and begins to search among the crates. And there, tucked away in a corner, is a collection of turtle shells and other wildlife products.She pauses. Have these shell.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

SC disbars ex-customs official over illegal sale of SUV

In a press release by the high court released on Friday, it said that lawyer Jorge Monroy’s name has been removed from the roll of attorneys after violating the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Villamor, Flores to oversee Yogi Ruiz’s boxing grassroots program 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Two of Cebu’s best boxing trainers in, Edmund Villamor and Brix Flores will work together in the “Sports for All” advocacy of former customs commissioner Yogi Filemon Ruiz next month. To recall, Ruiz recently hired former PBA cager Jimwell Torion to spearhead his basketball grassroots program for the youth as part.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Yogi Ruiz plans to form own political party

CEBU CITY, Philippines- Former Customs Commissioner Yogi Ruiz plans to create a new local political party in Cebu, aiming to join the mayoral race in the 2025 midterm election. Ruiz stated that the political party, dubbed “Partido Cebuano,” would be established once all documentary requirements are fulfilled and submitted to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

Torion to spearhead Yogi’s ‘Sports for All’ basketball program 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former PBA star Jimwell Torion will oversee the basketball program of the soon-to-be-launched “Sports for All” advocacy of former Customs Commissioner Yogi Filemon Ruiz. Ruiz has officially announced that he will be launching a comprehensive and city-wide sports program in March as part of his “Sports for All” advocacy. This was.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

BOC still looking for ‘viral’ sports car

The Bureau of Customs is still searching for one of two luxury sports cars that had gone viral after being spotted speeding along Metro Manila’s roads, an official said yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

BOC creates body to solve trade woes

The Bureau of Customs has established an advisory council that aims to address trade bottlenecks and enhance trade facilitation among importers and business groups amid a changing global environment......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

1 of 2 ‘viral’ sports cars found in Ayala Alabang

One of two luxury sports cars that had gone viral after being spotted speeding along Metro Manila’s roads was found in exclusive Ayala Alabang village in Muntinlupa, the Bureau of Customs reported yesterday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

BOC rakes in P73 billion in revenues in January

The Bureau of Customs is off to a good start this year after it collected P73 billion in revenues in January on enhanced valuation and improved trade facilitation......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Customs seizes P28 million smuggled cigarettes

The Bureau of Custom confiscated nearly P28 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Mindanao as the illegal entry of the commodity remains rampant......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Correction over collection

Secretary Ralph Recto has reportedly “ordered” the Bureau of Internal Revenue and the Bureau of Customs to work together in order to achieve the revenue collection target of P4 trillion-plus for 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Any ‘Galentine’s Day’ ideas?

CEBU CITY, Philippines– Girls will always find a reason to spend time together, gossiping, and having the best time of their lives. Even during this love month when everyone is thinking about the perfect dates with their partners, single and in a relationship ladies are always ready to spend time with their main B’s even.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Sara Duterte Leads Philippines 2028 Presidential Polls - TIME - TIME

Sara Duterte Leads Philippines 2028 Presidential Polls - TIME TIME.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Ed Formoso returns afte 27 years

Ed Formoso was a prolific producer and songwriter during the late ‘70s and winner of four Cecil Awards during the ‘80s for the band Dinosaur. He was a hotshot during those days. Formoso has decided to get back to the swing of things or better put, the rhythm of the music. He is now 69 years old but just like before he is brimming with ideas. These should be interesting given the fact that he has three new originals that make up a new concept project called Sgaaty or Still Gago After All These Years. Leading the batch is a hard rock song War! Oh No! (The Anti-War). Watch out for that ‘still gago’ tag. Formoso might just shake up Filipino music again......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

12 people drown in Philippines during past week break

MANILA, April 1 (Xinhua) -- At least 12 people, including a three-year-old boy, have drowned in the Calabarzon region during the past holy week break starting March 28, local police said on Monday. The victims died in separate incidents in the region, which is located in southeast of Manila and comprises five provinces. Filipinos observe the holy week that falls during summer by heading to the beach or ri.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: Two women arrested in Cebu for stealing during Sinulog festival

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. ‘Salisi Gang’ members nabbed during Sinulog Two women believed to be members of a ‘salisi gang’ were arrested here while trying to steal valuables from unsuspecting individuals during the Fiesta.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Marcos inaction emboldens local officials to justify ‘drug war’ killings — rights group

In March, Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte announced his campaign against illegal drugs, the same strategy employed by his father, Rodrigo Duterte, both during his time as mayor of the southern Philippine city and later during his presidency from 2016 to 2022......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Navigating Holy Week Travels: A Pilgrim’s Guide

As the solemnity of Holy Week draws near, many embark on journeys, seeking spiritual solace or simply a break from the daily grind. Yet, traversing the roads during this sacred time requires a mindful approach. Here, we offer a compass to navigate the seas of travel during this revered period. First and foremost, foresight is […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsMar 29th, 2024

Enrique Gil shares businesses, investments built during peaceful showbiz hiatus

Enrique Gil shared the things he did during the pandemic and his time away from the entertainment limelight......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Big-time oil price cut expected on May 14

Another big-time oil price rollback is expected during the second week of May......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024