SP tightens anti-smoking measures to protect minors
THE 20th Davao City Council passed the "Revised Comprehensive Anti-Smoking Ordinance of Davao City" on the third and final reading on Tuesday morning, April 16, 2024, at the Sangguniang Panlungsod......»»
San Carlos to implement mitigating measures vs El Niño
San Carlos to implement mitigating measures vs El Niño.....»»
Commission calls for stronger measures protecting battered women
Commission calls for stronger measures protecting battered women.....»»
Measures to cushion El Niño’s impact in Pangasinan still in place
Measures to cushion El Niño’s impact in Pangasinan still in place.....»»
Himamaylan ramps up measures vs effects of dry spell
Himamaylan ramps up measures vs effects of dry spell.....»»
DOH ups measures for a cancer-free Central Luzon
DOH ups measures for a cancer-free Central Luzon.....»»
Philippines to intensify measures vs tobacco use
The Philippines has vowed to intensify its measures against tobacco use, in line with an international treaty that seeks to address what it called the “tobacco epidemic.” .....»»
Long-term measures vs floods key OCD priority
Boosting river basin management and other measures to mitigate the risk of flooding in flood-prone areas in the country will gain needed backing from the Office of Civil Defense (OCD)......»»
REPORT THE CASES | BCPO beefs up measures amid robbery cases; police on top of situation
REPORT THE CASES | BCPO beefs up measures amid robbery cases; police on top of situation.....»»
Globe reports steep 73.7% decline in blocked bank-related spam, scam SMS in 2023
The telecommunications company Globe has reported a significant 73.7% decrease in the number of blocked spam and scam SMS related to banks in 2023. This reduction is a result of the interception of 21.9 million bank-related fraudulent messages, a sharp decline from the 83.39 million messages blocked the previous year. Globe attributes this achievement to its proactive strategies and strong partnerships with major banks and financial institutions in the Philippines. The company has established anti-fraud alliances with the Bankers Association of the Philippines and individual players in the finance sector, enabling the sharing of data and intelligence to prevent and investigate fraud effectively. Anton Bonifacio, Chief Information Security Officer at Globe, emphasized the company's commitment to combating financial fraud and enhancing security measures for customer protection. Globe has invested approximately US$20 million to improve its spam and scam SMS detection and blocking system and operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center to filter out unwanted messages from both international and domestic sources. Despite certain limitations, Globe remains dedicated to customer protection and emphasizes the need for a unified approach in the fight against fraud. The company is focused on leveraging technology and strengthening alliances with key stakeholders to combat fraudulent activities. As Globe continues to advance its technologies and collaborations, it aims to provide a safer and more secure digital environment for its customers. For more information about Globe and its initiatives, visit www.globe.com.ph. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
3 die in Quezon province road mishap
Three people including minors died while seven others were injured in a smashup involving three vehicles in this town before dawn yesterday......»»
Liloan shooting: Municipal gov’t implements curfew
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A municipal-wide curfew was implemented in Liloan town in northern Cebu starting on Friday, May 10. With its implementation, town residents, especially the minors, were barred from loitering on the streets from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. of the next day. “As your Mayor, it is my foremost responsibility to safeguard.....»»
Police arrest 4 suspects in fatal gang-related shooting in Liloan
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Four suspects linked to the shooting of minors at a convenience store in Barangay Yati, Liloan town, northern Cebu, on Thursday morning, May 9, have been arrested. The captured individuals are identified as “Nilo,” 18; “Makmak,” 21; and twins known as “B1” and “B2,” aged 34. According to the police, they.....»»
Liloan shooting: Gang war, personal grudge, love triangle eyed as possible motive
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Liloan police are investigating into gang dispute, personal conflict, or love triangle as three possible reasons for the shooting in Barangay Yati, Liloan town, northern Cebu, early on Thursday morning, May 9. The incident occurred past 3 a.m. and resulted in the death of a 16-year-old girl, with two other minors,.....»»
Police to parents: Keep minors at home during curfew hours
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A top Cebu City police official advised parents to make sure that their children are inside their homes during curfew hours to ensure their safety. Police Lieutenant Colonel Janette Rafter, Deputy Director for Operations of Cebu City Police Office (CCPO), said that this will ensure that children are safe from crimes.....»»
‘Quiboloy can’t set surrender conditions’
In hiding after being ordered arrested by a Davao City court for abuse of minors, pastor Apollo Quiboloy “is in no position” to demand conditions “or any kind of guarantee” for his surrender, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said yesterday......»»
‘Quiboloy can’t set surrender conditions’
In hiding after being ordered arrested by a Davao City court for abuse of minors, pastor Apollo Quiboloy “is in no position” to demand conditions “or any kind of guarantee” for his surrender, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said yesterday......»»
Sex offender: Man nabbed for showing private parts to minor girls
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A 39-year-old sex offender was arrested after he was allegedly seen playing with his private parts in front of two minors in Purok Seaside Tapon, Barangay Tinaan, City of Naga on Sunday afternoon, January 28, 2024. The suspect, whose identity Cebu Daily News Digital is withholding, was a resident of Sitio.....»»
Naga : 2 men, who allegedly abducted, molested 2 minor sisters, nabbed
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Two young men, whose ages are 18 years old and 19 years old, were arrested for allegedly abducting and molesting two minors a 14-year-old girl and her 11-year-old sister. These happened in Barangay South Poblacion in the City of Naga in southern Cebu on Tuesday afternoon, January 23. READ: Drunk.....»»
Two more American pedophiles barred entry at Mactan, NAIA airports
Bureau of Immigration (BI) officers at the international airports in Manila and Cebu barred the entry of two more American pedophiles who were found to have been previously convicted of committing sex crimes against minors. BI-border control and intelligence unit (BCIU) chief Dennis Alcedo, in his report to BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco, said the passengers […].....»»
Seven Zambo Sur relatives seeking jobs found buried in Lanao Norte
Seven bodies belonging to one family from Zamboanga del Sur were found buried in a remote town in Sapad, Lanao del Norte last Sunday, January 6, three of whom were minors......»»