Manila – Former vice-presidential candidate Walden Bello has filed a petition before the Supreme Court (SC), seeking to invalidate the country’s laws on criminal cyberlibel. Bello, a 76-year-old sociologist, was arrested last year following libel char…
The 13th ASEAN – China Prosecutors-General Conference with the theme of strengthening international cooperation in fighting high-tech and transnational crimes will take place in Hanoi on December 6.
The conference serves as an international forum fo…
Manila – The Board of Investments (BOI) is set to leverage the Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (IPPA) between the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to attract more investments. This move follows the recent conclusion of Depa…
Caraga Region – The Police Regional Office in the Caraga Region (PRO-13) has declared a full alert status in response to the recent magnitude 7.4 earthquake and the bombing in Marawi City. Maj. Jennifer Omiter, PRO-13 Information office chief, emphasi…
Surigao del Sur – The Department of Social Welfare and Development in the Caraga Region (DSWD-13) has commenced the distribution of food packs to 70,195 families affected by the recent magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Surigao del Sur. Marko Davey Reyes,
Baguio City, Philippines – The economy of Baguio City has witnessed significant growth, largely attributed to the resurgence of the tourism sector. The city’s gross domestic product (GDP) saw an 11.3 percent increase in 2022, outpacing the previous ye…
San Jose de Buenavista, Antique – In San Jose de Buenavista, a local government unit (LGU) initiative has enabled parents of children with physical and psychosocial disabilities to generate income and support their families’ medical and basic needs. T…
Bacolod City – is set to witness the construction of a sustainable legislative building, projected for completion by 2025. This initiative forms part of the city government’s efforts to enhance service delivery and stimulate the local economy. Mayor A…
