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Sandigan upholds sentence for Nabcor execs in ‘pork’ scam

The Sandiganbayan has upheld the conviction of three officials of abolished state firm National Agribusiness Corp. (NABCOR) in connection with the pork barrel scam......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 1st, 2024

2 Pasig hotel execs charged over senior’s discount

Two executives of a hotel in Pasig were charged by the city prosecutor’s office for not giving a senior citizen her 20-percent discount......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Jinggoy convicted of bribery, cleared of ‘pork’ plunder

The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division has found Sen. Jinggoy Estrada guilty of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery over his alleged involvement in the pork barrel scam – placing him in a position where he may eventually be booted out of office, pay fines and be imprisoned......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Tax credit scam: 5 ex-DOF execs get 8 years

The Sandiganbayan has affirmed the conviction of five former officials of the Department of Finance for graft over the multibillion-peso tax credit scam in the 1990s......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024

Pork SRP sought amid high retail prices

A suggested retail price on pork should be imposed amid high retail prices resulting from tight local supply caused by the African swine fever outbreak in the country, according to the Pork Producers Federation of the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

DSWD execs attend Senate hearing on Davao del Norte, Davao de Oro ‘ayuda’ scam

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Undersecretary for Legislative Liaison and Coordination Group Fatima Aliah Q. Dimaporo attends on Tuesday (January 23) the Senate hearing on the alleged ‘ayuda’ scam in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte that transpired during the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections last October 2023. In her opening message, […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

SSS loan scam tatalupan ng Kamara

Gigisahin ng Kamara de Representantes ang mga opisyal ng Social Security System (SSS) dahil sa loan scam kung saan maraming miyembro ang pinagbabayad ng loan kahit hindi sila nag-file. The post SSS loan scam tatalupan ng Kamara first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

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).....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024

DavNor vice guv denies involvement in ayuda scam

The Vice Governor of Davao del Norte has denied any involvement in the alleged ayuda scam following claims made during a Senate hearing chaired by Senator Ronald Bato Dela Rosa. The hearing revealed that public officials in Davao de Oro and Davao del Norte were linked to illegally using cash assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and funds from the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for political campaigns. Vice Governor De Carlo Oyo Uy refuted the allegations, stating that there is no truth to the claims. In response, Governor Edwin Kuya Gov Jubahib emphasized that he was protecting the welfare of his constituents and the country's budget. He called for the punishment of those involved. The governor had previously requested an investigation into the ayuda scam after individuals in the provinces received less than the intended assistance. The vice governor announced plans for a separate investigation to clear his name and clarified that the DSWD is solely responsible for the identification, assessment, validation, and distribution of cash assistance to beneficiaries......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Pinoys charged for abandoning corpses arrested anew for murder

Two Filipinos earlier charged for allegedly abandoning the dead bodies of a Japanese couple in Tokyo in January have again been arrested, this time on murder charges. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

‘No reason for pork price surge in Visayas, Mindanao’

There is no reason for the spike in retail prices of pork in the Visayas and Mindanao, as the prevailing live weight cost is only P180 per kilo, farmers’ group Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura said over the weekend......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

Jinggoy sees no political color in Sandiganbayan ruling

Sen. Jinggoy Estrada does not see any political color in the Sandiganbayan Fifth Division’s ruling that found him guilty of one count of direct bribery and two counts of indirect bribery over his alleged involvement in the pork barrel scam......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

MARCOS VS DUTERTE | Majority of local officials still supporting PBBM, Negros Occidental execs say

MARCOS VS DUTERTE | Majority of local officials still supporting PBBM, Negros Occidental execs say.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Travel agency owners, employees charged over booking scam

Criminal charges have been filed against the owners and employees of a travel agency for allegedly duping their clients, police announced on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Pork belly retail price hits P420/kilo

The retail price of pork belly or liempo has reached as high as P420 per kilo amid the upward trend in its cost, according to data from the Department of Agriculture ......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

FARMGATE PRICES LOW | Lacson backs DA probe on possible pork price manipulation

FARMGATE PRICES LOW | Lacson backs DA probe on possible pork price manipulation.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Belmonte welcomes new Guinness record at pork festival

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has welcomed the new Guinness World Record for the most number of pork dishes displayed during the opening of the five-day hog festival at Gateway 2 mall in Cubao on Friday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Philippines sets new Guinness World Record at pork festival

The Philippines has set a new Guinness World Record for the most number of varieties of pork dishes on display yesterday during the start of the five-day Hog Festival in Cubao, Quezon City......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

‘SUPPLY NOT CONSISTENT’ | Negros Occidental reports 50% pork supply shortage

‘SUPPLY NOT CONSISTENT’ | Negros Occidental reports 50% pork supply shortage.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

‘TOTAL BAN’ | Negros Occidental prohibits entry of hogs, pork products from Bacolod, other red zone areas

‘TOTAL BAN’ | Negros Occidental prohibits entry of hogs, pork products from Bacolod, other red zone areas.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024