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Police: No truth to bomb threat at PI’s prayer rally

The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has debunked a text message claiming a bomb threat at the People's Initiative (PI) “Unity for One Nation, One Prayer” rally in San Pedro Square. The message warned of possible explosions at Rizal Park, one of the rally venues. Despite the lack of credible threats, the police urged vigilance and cooperation from the public for safety. Approximately 300 police personnel were deployed to secure various rally points, with additional support from volunteers and security clusters. Task Force Davao also activated a high alert status as part of the city's security measures. Captain John Louie Dema-ala confirmed that the circulating threat was unfounded and aimed at intimidating rallyists. Despite this, nearly 17,000 Dabawenyos joined the rally to oppose the proposed Charter change (Cha-cha) movement. The police and security forces remain vigilant and are conducting ongoing investigations into the social media threat......»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Biado rules Taipei open

Flexing his world champion muscles, Carlo Biado ruled the 2nd Chinese Taipei Open 9-Ball Pool Championship before an animated crowd at the cavernous Hulk Billiards Hall in Taipei City Friday night......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Biado crowned champ in 2nd Chinese Taipei Open 9-Ball tilt

Flexing his world champion muscles, Carlo Biado ruled the 2nd Chinese Taipei Open 9-Ball Pool Championship before an animated crowd at the cavernous Hulk Billiards Hall in Taipei City Friday night......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Australia, Britain Criticize China for Actions in Hong Kong

SYDNEY - Australia and Britain on Friday criticized China for its actions in Hong Kong and the South China Sea and its support of Russia, after a meeting in which London and Canberra deepened their security ties.The two countries called out 'recent unsafe and destabilizing behavior by China's vessels against Philippine vessels and crew near Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea,' in a statement that contain.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

China urges ROK to stay prudent on South China Sea issue: Chinese FM

BEIJING, March 28 (Xinhua) -- China urges the Republic of Korea (ROK) to stay prudent when it comes to the South China Sea issue, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday. Lin made the remarks at a regular press briefing when responding to a media query about ROK Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's biased and unfactual comments on the South China Sea issue over the past few days. "China.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Marcos: PH avoiding conflict amid China’s rising threats

President Marcos said on Wednesday that the Philippines will strive to avoid provoking China while addressing its increasing threat in the South China Sea. However, Manila intends to assert its sovereign rights more assertively in the disputed waters. Marcos emphasized the importance of maintaining a delicate balance between defending maritime rights and preventing conflict in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Negros Occidental health office urges masking amid pertussis threat

The Negros Occidental provincial health office is campaigning for the use of face masks amid the threat of pertussis or ”whooping cough.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

China urges Philippines to stop provocations in South China Sea

BEIJING, April 1 (Xinhua) -- China urges the Philippines to immediately stop violating China's sovereignty and its provocations on Ren'ai Jiao, and return to observing the spirit of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (DOC), Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said on Monday. Wang made the remarks when asked to comment on a statement made by the Philippine department of.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

China gets increasingly rambunctious in South China Sea

Hong Kong, April 1 (ANI): Chairman Xi Jinping, as part of his hardening stance against the Philippines, has obviously instructed agencies like the China Coast Guard (CCG), which is directly under his command, to demonstrate greater vigor in the South China Sea. Indeed, Second Thomas Shoal has emerged as a potent flashpoint in the South China Sea, a submerged reef situated 194km west of the Philippine island of Palawan. Th.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

China coastguard uses water cannons against Philippine ships in South China Sea

MANILA/SHANGHAI (Reuters) -China’s coastguard said it had taken measures against Philippine vessels in disputed waters of the South China Sea on Saturday, while the Philippines decried the moves, including the use of water cannons, as “irresponsible and provocative”. China’s actions led to “significant damage” and injury to personnel on a civilian boat hired to resupply.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

China says it opposes Philippine construction on Nansha Islands

China firmly opposes the Philippine side conducting any form of construction activity on the islands and reefs of China's Nansha Islands that it invaded and illegally occupied, a spokesperson for China's Defense Ministry said Thursday.  "China has indisputable sovereignty over the Nansha Islands and the adjacent waters, which is fully backed by historical and legal evidence," Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

China says it opposes Philippine construction on Nansha Islands

China firmly opposes the Philippine side conducting any form of construction activity on the islands and reefs of China's Nansha Islands that it invaded and illegally occupied, a spokesperson for China's Defense Ministry said Thursday.  "China has indisputable sovereignty over the Nansha Islands and the adjacent waters, which is fully backed by historical and legal evidence," Wu Qian, a spokesperson for the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Chiba repels Jeremy Lin-less New Taipei, forges EASL finals vs Seoul SK

Undefeated Chiba Jets took flight in the clutch to hold off the New Taipei Kings, 92-84, and arrange a championship showdown with Seoul SK Knights in the East Asia Super League (EASL) Final Four Friday at the Hoops Dome here......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

LIVE UPDATES: Philippines vs Chinese Taipei – FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers

Gilas Pilipinas aims to make fans happy as it shoots for a successful homestand against Chinese Taipei to end the first window of the FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Philippines to improve 9 of its islands in South China Sea

MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to enhance the habitability of islands it considers part of its territory in the South China Sea, according to Romeo Brawner, Manila's military chief. These plans are unfolding amid escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, as both nations claim South China Sea territory and have accused each other of provocative actions in the region. Apart fr.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Philippines to enhance habitability of its islands in South China Sea

MANILA, The Philippines: The Philippines is set to enhance the habitability of islands it considers part of its territory in the South China Sea, according to Romeo Brawner, Manila's military chief. These plans are unfolding amid escalating tensions between the Philippines and China, as both nations claim South China Sea territory and have accused each other of provocative actions in the region. Apart fr.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Philippines announces decisive measures amid tensions with China

Manila [Philippines], March 28 (ANI): Amid the escalating tensions in the South China Sea, Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr has announced decisive measures to protect his country's sovereignty and maritime rights while ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Marcos, known as Bongbong, said that the measures, aimed at addressing what he said is the "open, unabating, and illegal" actions by China's Coast.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Late putting woes stall Malixi; Quintanilla, Gaccion advance

Rianne Malixi faced a challenging finish at the Siam Country Club’s Waterside course, missing birdie chances on the last two holes to settle for a 69 and fall by seven behind a solid Chun-Wei Wu of Chinese-Taipei......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

Cone banks on home support to help Gilas get job done vs visiting Taiwanese

'We're going to need every support we can get, because we're still searching for ourselves,' says Tim Cone as Gilas Pilipinas hosts Chinese Taipei to close out the first FIBA Asia Cup Qualifiers window.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

US lawmaker in Taiwan visit reassures support regardless of future election outcome

'I am very confident that support for Taiwan will continue regardless of who occupies the White House,' US Representative Mike Gallagher tells a news conference in Taipei.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024