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WATCH: "Our vision is clear: to reduce disaster risks and losses, and in doing so, protect lives, livelihoods, and the social and economic assets that underpin our societies." This was President Marcos' clear objective as he E×ρréššed his desire for a more resilient Asia-Pacific Region that he believes could be achieved with the ideas exchanged during the 2024 Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (APMCDRR) in Manila this week. READ MORE: 'Patapusin muna pagkanta': Action on drug war reward system after Quad-Comm hearing--Remulla https://www.facebook.com/share/v/8tCqCp7KLqXqXCE9/

Meanwhile, in his motion for reconsideration, Duque claimed that there was no undue injury to the government in the transfer as it occurred between two government agencies. “Considering that the issues on the administrative charges have been rendered moot, this Office sees no point in belaboring the other arguments relating thereto,” says Ombudsman. Source: Ombudsman clears Duque of P41B îllégâl fund transfer

“Preventive eye care and the inclusion of optometric services and prescription eyeglasses coverage by PhilHealth is important to enable early detection of eye and vision problems in children,” Dr. Charlie Ho, IPAO chairman, pointed out. Source: PhilHealth to cover optometric services, prescription glasses by Nov

The essential services for CKD5 patients include anti-coagulation medications and drugs and medicines for the management of anemia; laboratory tests; supplies such as dialyzers, hemodialysis solutions; and a dialysis kit per session. Other benefits for patients include administrative fees for the use of dialysis machines, facility fee, utilities, and staff time in all accredited public and private hemodialysis facilities. Source: https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1235499

Retired Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Guillermo Eleazar on Monday said that he did not receive any order regarding an alleged reward system for anti-îllégâl drugs operations during his stint at the police organization. “Recalling my six-month tour of duty as Chief PNP, I am confident to say that I neither underwent a briefing nor received any instruction from anybody about a reward system in the conduct of anti-îllégâl drugs operations,” Eleazar said in a text message. “And the only instruction I received from then-President [Rodrigo] Duterte was ‘to do what is right and legal,’” he added. Read the full story in the comments section.

One De Brazza’s monkey, a common squirrel monkey, three cotton-top tamarins, and three white-faced saki monkeys were found dead at the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens on Sunday. Source: Zoo temporarily closed after eight animals die in one day

Sa statement na nilabas ng UE Student Council ay umalma sila sa gender discrimination ng ilang netizen kay Awra. Narito ang kanilang official statement: “Everyone deserves a safe and inclusive environment-where no one is left behind or discriminated against, regardless of their identity. Recently, we’ve become aware of the backlash surrounding Awra Briguela’s post that showed her choice of uniform. Source: UE dinepensahan pambabaeng uniform ni Awra

House Speaker Martin Romualdez has congratulated President Marcos for his productive participation in the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits held in Laos, wherein the latter displayed--among other things--his "strong leadership". Source: Marcos showed 'strong leadership' in ASEAN Summit stint--Romualdez

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Republic Act No. 12027 reverts the medium of instruction to Filipino and, until otherwise provided by law, English. Source: Bill ceasing mother tongue as medium of instruction in K-3 lapses into law

Antipolo City 2nd district Rep. Romeo Acop believes that he can make former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Royina Garma admit her alleged romantic relationship with ex-president Rodrigo Duterte, if he wants to. 'Baka umamin ka': Acop says he can make Garma admit her alleged relationship with Duterte

Marcos Jr. did not mention any country, but this year’s ASEAN Summit followed months of escalating clashes between Beijing's vessels and Philippine and Vietnamese fishermen. Chinese vessels ram, fire water cannon at BFAR ship at Escoda Shoal “We call on all ASEAN member states not to turn a blind eye to the aggressive, coercive, and îllégâl actions of an external power against an ASEAN member state for such actions undermines their claims of genuine adherence to our core values,” the Philippine President said during his intervention at the ASEAN Leaders Retreat. https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/10/10/marcos-jr-tells-asean-do-not-to-turn-a-blind-eye-to-coercive-îllégâl-actions-of-external-power-1224

The United Nations’ (UN) World Health Organization (WHO) has admitted that “monkeypox” is actually a “side effect” of Covid mRNA “vaccines.” The admission is buried on the WHO’s VigiAccess website. The website contains a database that lists all known side effects of all drugs and vaccines that have been approved for public use. Under “potential side effects” for the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, the WHO lists “monkeypox,” “smallpox,” and “cow pox” among hundreds of other disorders. They are listed under “infections and infestations” that emerge as “side effects” of the Pfizer mRNA vaccine. The website is a searchable database that doesn’t provide direct links to the information. Please note that the database worked at the...

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Investigators said the incident occurred around 2 p.m. inside Camp Melchor Dela Cruz of the 5th Infantry Division in Upi village. Source: Army sergeant kills wife, 2 others inside Isabela military camp

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. explained on Friday why he did not designate Vice President Sara Duterte as the country’s caretaker while he is in Lao PDR for the ASEAN Summit and Related Summits. Source: Marcos says VP Sara not caretaker as she’s not part of administration

"We are expecting that by Wednesday, our law department can finally submit to the Comelec en banc their proposed recommendation as to who will be retained, removed and declared nuisance (candidates),” Comelec Chairman George Garcia said Source: ‘183 Senate aspirants may be pruned to 66’

“When we rode the car, General Bato was in front. I was behind. I was seated between two police officers, and he told me ‘you admit involvement in the drug trade here in the Philippines,’ and that I should drag along Peter Lim and Leila de Lima so that they will be pinned down,” Espinosa recalled. Source: Dela Rosa ordered me to implicate de Lima in drug trade – Kerwin Espinosa

In police operations, an asset like Maslog is treated as an “action agent.” Senators asked Macapaz why, despite resources and in spite of her record, they would still trust Maslog to be their agent. “Really?” Senators Risa Hontiveros, Jinggoy Estrada, and Joel Villanueva said in unison, in disbelief. This prompted more grilling of Macapaz on why he would allow Maslog such close access to police operations. Source: Police get backlash for enlisting 'dead' textbook scam suspect in Alice Guo arrest

Alice Guo will run again for mayor of Bamban, Tarlac, her lawyer said Friday, as she continued to fight allegations that she is a Chinese national with links to organized crime. Guo, who is detained over charges related to îllégâl POGOs, will file her certificate of candidacy next week through a representative, said her lawyer Stephen David. Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/10/4/alice-guo-to-run-for-mayor-again-1200

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla wants to remove the culture of extrajudicial killings (EJKs) in the Philippine National Police and the PNP Academy that became rampant in the previous administration. Remulla said there is a need for a change of mindset within the civilian police organization, which “normalized” vigilante-style killings and taking the law into one’s own hands. Source: DILG chief wants to rid PNP of EJK culture

Southeast Asian leaders stepped up pressure on China to respect international law following clashes in the disputed South China Sea, but Chinese Premier Li Qiang was defiant during annual summit talks on Thursday as he blamed “external forces” for interfering in regional affairs. Source: China defiant over South China Sea skirmishes in ASEAN talks and blames meddling by foreign forces

The NSB project's total cost could reach P33 billion if the land, furniture, commissioning and testing fees are considered. The lawmaker said the new NSB cost considered the changes in plans, systems, systems in the designs, and inflation. Source: Alan Cayetano: New Senate Building now costs P31B in updated plan

Six in every 10 Filipinos rated their families as poor in the third quarter of 2024, the highest in more than 16 years, a survey conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) showed. Based on SWS data, it matched the 59 percent obtained in June 2008 during the Arroyo administration. Source: SWS: 16.3 million families consider themselves poor

House Speaker Martin Romualdez saw first hand President Marcos' concern for Filipinos in the Middle East on Wednesday, Oct. 9 when the latter called for an emergency video conference with his Cabinet on the sidelines of the ongoing ASEAN Summit in Laos. Romualdez witnesses PBBM's concern for Middle East Pinoys in impromptu video conference

A 20-YEAR-OLD criminology student has decided to abandon his studies after allegedly being beaten by two police officers from the Marigondon Police Station. Eric (not his real name) told reporters that he was hurt and disheartened by what the police officers did to him following a false accusation of theft on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. “Way ayo mga pulis, abusadao (The police are no good because they are abusive),” he said on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The Lapu-Lapu City Police Office (LCPO) has relieved the two police officers who beat the second-year criminology student. Eric said he has not attended school since Saturday after being beaten by the police officers in an incident that occurred at the Marigondon Police Station last Friday. “I...

In his remarks during the Association of Southeast Asian Nations Business and Investment Summit (ABIS) 2024, Marcos said the Philippines is an ideal hub for smart and sustainable manufacturing. He emphasized the Philippines is pursuing aggressive development in infrastructure, manufacturing, agriculture, and digital connectivity. "So, let me put on my salesman’s hat and invite you to explore the investment opportunities we offer," the President said on Wednesday, Oct. 9. "We are targeting industries like green metals, battery manufacturing, energy equipment, data centers, and agribusiness," he added. Marcos woos investors to explore opportunities in the Philippines

It is horrifying to note that the DBM chief with only a circular issued by the finance chief could go to the national treasury, withdraw P30 billion, and issue advices on allotments and notices of cash allocations to spend the whole amount. Ex-finance chief Teves foretells dark future #Commentary #DailyTribune

The Gokongwei-led airline said travelers may book flights to select domestic and international destinations for as low as P1 one-way base fare, exclusive of fees and surcharges. The seat sale will start Wednesday Oct. 9 until October 13 with travel period from June 1 to September 30, 2025. Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/business/2024/10/9/cebu-pacific-again-offers-piso-sale-1031

In early October, Israel’s foreign minister, Israel Katz, announced on X he had declared the United Nations secretary-general, António Guterres, persona non grata. In other words, he had banned Guterres from setting foot in Israel. Source: Israel has banned the UN secretary-general. Is this legal – or right?

On Wednesday, lawyer Mark Tolentino, who filed Quiboloy's COC for him, said there was a "faction" within the WPP and that he is the president of the "legitimate" one. But to avoid a possible disqualification, Tolentino said they would file a petition in Comelec to amend Quiboloy's COC and make him an "independent" candidate instead. He added that Quiboloy running as independent won't be a problem since "many parties are inviting him as a guest candidate." Source: https://news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/10/9/quiboloy-may-run-as-independent-after-wpp-faction-disowns-pastor-1357

North Korea will sever road and railway access to South Korea from Wednesday in a bid to “completely separate” the two countries. Its military said the North would “permanently shut off and block the southern border” and fortify areas on its side. Source: North Korea says it will cut off all roads to the South