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FPRRD opposes disguised Charter change initiative
Former President Rodrigo R. Duterte has vehemently opposed the disguised People’s Initiative for Charter change, denouncing the cash-for-signature campaign as repugnant and a disgraceful act during a YouTube interview with Banateros Brothers on January 22, 2024. Duterte emphasized his disapproval of the initiative, urging for it to be halted, particularly criticizing the payment of individuals to sign the documents. He warned that such actions could lead to a new Constitution that might destroy the nation and open avenues for political abuses. Duterte stressed the importance of democracy in the Philippines, asserting that those seeking to remain in power should go through the electoral process. He highlighted that a well-performing and non-corrupt individual would retain power, while those with poor performance would be ousted through the electoral process. Expressing satisfaction with the current Constitution, Duterte argued that it has contributed to stability, reducing conflicts with groups like the New People's Army (NPA). He strongly advised against meddling with the Constitution, cautioning that it would only bring trouble to the country. Duterte pledged active opposition to the initiative, stating that he would campaign against it. Additionally, residents of Calinan District, Vice President Sara Duterte, and Representatives Isidro Ungab and Paolo Pulong Duterte have also voiced opposition to the People's Initiative for Charter Change. Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles, the representative of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist, alleged to have started the cha-cha signature campaign, has yet to issue an official statement on the matter as of the latest update. Related stories include the denouncement of alleged `vote buying’ in signing the petition for Cha-cha by Davao City lawmakers, Vice President Duterte's condemnation of the cash-for-signature drive, and a prayer rally against PI’s Cha-cha on Jan 28......»»
OSG misses Castro, Tamano preliminary conference due to sheer number of documents
The Office of the Solicitor General, who assigned 30 lawyers in the first hearing before the Court of Appeals, were unable to attend the preliminary conference for the issuance of the protection writs for environmental activists Jhed Tamano and Jonila Castro......»»
Cebu’s XODE Team in Bangkok for developer conference
Cebu’s XODE Team in Bangkok for developer conference.....»»
Trade Minister heads to Abu Dhabi for key WTO negotiations
Trade Minister Todd McClay travels to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates for the 13th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) today, to take up his role as Vice Chair of the negotiations.The Ministerial Conference is the highest decision-making body within the WTO and meets every two years. Trade ministers will negotiate the reform of agriculture trade rules, E-commerce, fisheries subsidi.....»»
Andales challenges Shigeoka for IBF world minimumweight title
CEBU CITY, Philippines— One-time world title challenger ArAr “Asero” Andales has earned another world title shot, this time against the reigning International Boxing Federation (IBF) world minimumweight champion Ginjiro Shigeoka of Japan. Andales and Shigeoka’s world title bout is scheduled for March 31 at the International Conference Hall in Nagoya, Japan. Shigeoka will be one.....»»
World champion Collazo calls out Jerusalem for a unification bout
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The reigning World Boxing Organization (WBO) world minimumweight champion Oscar “El Pupilo” Collazo didn’t give the newly-crowned World Boxing Council (WBC) world minimumweight Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem enough time to celebrate. Collazo immediately called out Jerusalem for a unification bout and a rematch following the latter’s split decision victory to dethrone erstwhile.....»»
Sinner ends 10-time champion Novak Djokovic’s Australian Open streak, faces Medvedev for the title
Sinner ends 10-time champion Novak Djokovic’s Australian Open streak, faces Medvedev for the title.....»»
Marcos Jr. at PNP command conference: Not a loyalty check
It was not a loyalty check but an admonition to strengthen focus on addressing criminality, the country’s national police chief said yesterday of his first command conference with President Marcos at Camp Crame, amid rumors of destabilization attempts......»»
EU-Philippines Partnership Conference puts spotlight on digitalization
The International Trade Centre, in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry and the European Union delegation to the Philippines, recently held the EU-Philippines Partnership Conference as part of the DTI’s prestigious Philippines National Exporters’ Week......»»
With over 460 million children living in conflict, child protection systems must be strengthened, says UNODC Executive Director
In a world where "460 million children were living in contexts of conflict in 2022", child protection systems must be strengthened, said Ms. Ghada Waly, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), at a high-level conference at the European Parliament. At the Protection of Children in Armed Conflict conference in Brussels, organize.....»»
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......»»
Developmental League new season all set
Back-to-back reigning champion EcoOil-La Salle and runner-up Marinerong Pilipino-San Beda headline the cast as the PBA Developmental League ushers in its 2024 calendar with the Aspirants’ Cup on March 14 at the Filoil EcoOil Centre......»»
Retail price of galunggong down by P50/kilo
The retail price of round scad or galunggong has gone down by P50 per kilo with the peak fishing season, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources said yesterday......»»
Horror prank gone wrong: Teeners in Bogo City ordered to do community service
CEBU CITY, Philippines – A group of teenagers will have to spend their free time doing community service after staging a horror prank that frightened and inconvenienced motorists in Bogo City in northern Cebu. On Tuesday, Feb. 6, barangay officials of Anonang Sur in Bogo City summoned several youngsters, together with their parents and guardians,.....»»
Alsons Power stages innovation conference
In a bid to foster a culture of innovation and excellence, Alsons Power Group staged its inaugural Innovation Conference under the theme “Innovation: It’s for Everyone.”.....»»
Chery Tiggo tests Strong Group Athletics; Creamline, Cignal see action
Chery Tiggo guns for the solo lead as it tackles Strong Group Athletics even as defending champion Creamline and title contender Cignal take the floor against Farm Fresh and Akari, respectively, Saturday in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Smart Araneta Coliseum......»»
Gaballo faces Mexican in Tapales-Jankaew co-main event
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former interim world champion Reymart “Assassin” Gaballo will fight for the second time this year on May 10 in Manila. Gaballo, the former World Boxing Council (WBC) interim world bantamweight champion, will serve as the co-main event protagonist in the Marlon Tapales-Nattapong Jankaew WBC regional title bout at the Midas Hotel.....»»
Pacquiao thrilled to have newest world champion under promotional stable
Boxing icon Manny Pacquiao expressed elation for his promotional company, MP Promotions, having its first-ever non-Filipino world champion — Mexico’s Isaac Cruz, who annexed the World Boxing Association (WBA) super lightweight title last Sunday......»»
Gaballo inches closer to challenging Moloney for WBO world title
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former interim world champion Reymart “Assassin” Gaballo cemented his hold as the next challenger of World Boxing Organization (WBO) bantamweight champion Jason Moloney. To recall, Gaballo left the ring unblemished in his fight against Thai Phai Pharob last February 13 after knocking the latter out in just 32 seconds in the.....»»
Australian Open: Osaka out, Gauff, Medvedev in for next round
Two-time Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka’s Grand Slam comeback ended at the first hurdle on Monday but US Open winner Coco Gauff and men’s third seed Daniil Medvedev surged on in Melbourne. On a baking-hot day, men’s seventh seed Stefanos Tsitsipas and women’s sixth seed Ons Jabeur also tasted first-round victory. But Wimbledon champion Marketa.....»»