Globe Philippines: We pay the price for refusing to pay for CPP-NPA favors
We write to express our extreme displeasure with the column of Rigoberto Tiglao, “Communists get P1.9B from telcos, other firms,” and published in The Manila Times on June 10, 2020. In particular, the column claims that “the telcos (telecommunication companies) capitulated to the CPP-NPA’s (Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army) demand for extortion money so it would not destroy or damage their 20,000 cell towers spread all over the country.”
The Manila Times
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Militant group calls for immediate release of “vulnerable inmates” after 6 have died from COVID-19
Militant farmers’ group Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas (KMP) said on Saturday that the surge of novel coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) cases in the country’s congested jails “warrant the immediate release of the vulnerable inmates.”
Manila Bulletin
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Anti-terror bill, isinusulong ni Duterte para sa ibayong terorismo ng estado!
Mariing kinokondena ng Revolutionary Council of Trade Unions (RCTU-NDF-ST) kasama ng sambayanang Pilipino ang niratsadang panukala ng mababang kapulungan na Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 (ATA 2020) na kinopya lamang ng buong-buo sa naunang ipinasa ng Senado na SB1083.
Communist Party of the Philippines
Hinggil sa napipintong maging ganap na batas ang Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020
Ang National Democratic Front of the Philippines-Southern Tagalog (NDFP-ST) ay mahigpit na kaisa ng sambayanang Pilipino sa mariing pagtutol at paglaban upang ibasura ang Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 (ATA 2020) na ngayon ay naghihintay na lamang ng pirma ng pasista at kriminal na si Duterte para maging isang ganap na batas matapos pirmahan ito at isumite sa Malacañang ng kapwa mga pasistang lider ng Kongreso at Senado na sina Alan Peter Cayetano at Vicente “Tito” Sotto.
Communist Party of the Philippines
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Zamboanga del Sur PTF-ELCAC groundbreaks projects in Midsalip Town
The Zamboanga del Sur Provincial Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (PTF-ELCAC) conducted Groundbreaking Ceremony of projects in the different far-flung barangays of Midsalip town, Zamboanga del Sur, Thursday, June 11.
Kalinaw News
13 Former Rebels Receive PhP3M E-CLIP Financial Assistance in SurNor
The Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) Committee of Surigao del Norte awarded in the morning of June 11, 2020, more than three (3) million pesos worth of financial assistance to thirteen (13) Former Rebels (FRs) held at Capitol Road, Surigao City, Surigao del Norte.
Kalinaw News
TESDA Secretary visits Talaingod and commit continued government services for IP community
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority Secretary (TESDA) visited municipality of Talaingod on June 11, 2020, 8:30 in the morning together with Davao del Norte Governor and staff, AFP and PNP.
Kalinaw News
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34 Reds yield to gov’t in Norala, South Cotabato on Independence Day
Kasabay ng pagdiriwang ng ika-122 taong kasarinlan ng ating kalayaan, 34 na kasapi ng Communist Terrorist Group ang boluntaryong sumuko sa pamahalaaan sa Norala, South Cotabato.
NDBC News, Mindanews
Peace talks
Incidents/Operations
NPA rebel nabbed in Zambo Sur town
Lawmen have arrested a communist New People’s Army (NPA) rebel in an intelligence-driven law enforcement operation in Zamboanga del Sur, an official announced Saturday.
Philippine News Agency
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2 offices under OP still reviewing anti-terror bill: Palace
Two offices under President Rodrigo Duterte’s supervision are still reviewing the proposed Anti-Terrorism Bill, Malacañang said on Saturday. In a radio interview, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque clarified that only one of three offices under the executive branch has completed the assessment of the proposed anti-terror law.
Philippine News Agency
Palace asks DOJ to submit review of Anti-Terrorism bill on June 17
Malacanang has asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) to submit this Wednesday, June 17, the review of the proposed Anti-Terrorism law, said Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra said on Saturday, June 13.
Manila Bulletin, CNN Philippines
Anti-terrorism bill didn’t originate from the President, says Roque
As the controversial anti-terrorism bill is just a signature away from becoming a law while protests against its passage mount, presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said the measure did not originate from President Rodrigo Duterte.
GMA News
Philippines must pass anti-terrorism bill to stay off 'grey list', council warns
The Philippines risks being included in an international "grey list" of nations falling short of global money-laundering rules if it fails to enact and effectively implement a new anti-terrorism bill, its anti-money laundering body warned on Saturday (Jun 13).
Channel News Asia
Local leaders in Mindanao express support for anti-terrorism bill
Local government officials here have signed a manifesto prepared by the Philippine National Police (PNP) expressing support for the anti-terrorism bill that is now awaiting the signature of President Rodrigo Duterte.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Anti-terror bill to protect youth from illegal drugs, terrorism
Leaders and members of the Kabataan Kontra Droga at Terorismo (KKDAT) in the province see the proposed anti-terrorism bill will protect them against illegal drugs and violent extremism.
Philippine News Agency
Group asks Guevarra not to recommend anti-terrorism bill
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra has been urged not to recommend to President Duterte the Anti-Terrorism bill for approval.
Manila Bulletin
Lawyers' group: Lacson 'dead wrong,' bill allows anti-terror council to order arrests
The anti-terror bill authorizes the executive anti-terror council (ATC) to order the arrest of suspected terrorists, despite a blanket denial from one of the bill's author and sponsor, Senator Panfilo Lacson.
Rappler
ADMU Law School issues statement on Anti-Terrorism Law
The Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) Law School issued a statement on the Anti-Terrorism Law of 2020. In a Facebook post Friday said: “We the undersigned, register our opposition to the bill embodying the Anti-Terrorism Law of 2020.”
Manila Bulletin
Democracy faces 'death by a thousand cuts' with looming anti-terror law – Maria Ressa
The impending passage of the anti-terrorism bill into law could institutionalize the abuses of the government, Rappler CEO and executive editor Maria Ressa said Saturday, June 13.
Rappler
[OPINION] Anti-Terror Law? Or Anti-Filipino Law?
Hard cases make bad law, says a legal maxim that is more than 180 years old. Its meaning is simple: It is a dangerous time for society when lawmakers start making laws that appeal to strong emotions or feelings, rather than to reason. As someone once wrote: “Good law is not based on exceptions – and especially not exceptions wrapped in emotion. The law should embody sound reasoning rooted in a desire for justice, not warm feelings.”
Rappler
Anti-terror bill timely, help rid threats: Kadamay-Villa Lois
Leaders and members of a breakaway group of the militant Kalipunan ng Damayang Mahihirap (Kadamay) here said the proposed anti-terrorism measure is very timely and would help remove the threats to the country's peace and security.
Philippine News Agency
Use crisis to elevate nation, not to sink it
It is unfortunate that the Duterte regime appears to be using the coronavirus crisis to tighten its hold on an already repressed people instead of taking the contagion as an opportunity to elevate the nation to a better post-pandemic world.
Philippine Star
Ferro to public: PRO-7 cops will be your protector not your oppressor
“Your amigo cops, your Police Regional Office 7 will be your protector not your oppressor.” This was the assurance of Police Brigadier General Albert Ignatius Ferro, Police Regional Office in Central Visayas (PRO-7) director, regarding the recent celebration of Independence day and issues related to the protests staged a week ago, which led to the arrest of eight individuals from cause-oriented groups.
Cebu Daily News
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MARAWI
SOUTHEAST ASIA AND THE WORLD
Italian senator says Egypt is defense line against terrorism
Italian Senator Maurizio Gasparri, the member of the Senate Defense Committee, described Egypt as a defense line against terror attacks. Egyptian people and President Abdel Fattah El Sisi are confronting radical terrorism by sacrificing lives as an expensive price, Italian news agency Aki quoted the senator as saying.
Egypt Today
High stakes in Mosul for Iran, US
Kadhimi’s visit to northern Iraq came amid a recent increase in militant attacks and the withdrawal of US-led coalition forces in a planned drawdown.
The Arab Weekly
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BARMM
MAGUINDANAO AND COTABATO CITY
2 new cases of COVID-19 positive reported in Soccsksargen region
Health authorities in the Soccsargen region listed today two more cases of confirmed COVID-19 positive as of today, raising the total number to 39. One of them is a 22-year-old male from Cotabato City traveled from Manila and arriving in the city on June 11. He is on stable condition and awaiting PH number. The patient is the 14th positive case in Cotabato City.
NDBC News
Maguindanao uses contact-tracing apps as it welcomes returning LSIs
As the number of returning residents of Maguidanao continues to rise, the provincial government has started using contact tracing application, establishment of isolation facilities in every town and a 4-hectare cemetery for coronavirus fatalities.
NDBC News
NORTH COTABATO
Evacuees rebuild conflict-stricken villages in Pikit municipality
It may take some time for conflict-stricken residents of three barangays in Pikit town to rebuild their homes but their enthusiasm will help them easily get through, officials said Saturday.
NDBC News
LANAO PROVINCES
Lanao del Sur’s COVID-19 positives now 39
Lanao del Sur’s COVID-19 cases have surged to 39 as of June 13, with 30 new cases from among those who returned home after nearly three months of being stranded in Manila and other areas.
Mindanews, NDBC News
Local exec to IATF: test returnees to provinces
Marawi City Mayor Majul Gandamra has asked the national interagency task force on the management of emerging infectious diseases (IATF) to order local governments and responsible agencies to test those who are returning to the provinces before allowing them to travel.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
BASILAN
SULU
2 cops killed, 2 wounded in attack on police station in Parang, Sulu
Two policemen were killed while two others were wounded when unidentified armed men attacked the municipal police station in Parang, Sulu at around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Mindanews
TAWI-TAWI
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DRUGS
Operations/ Incidents
Davao del Sur councilor arrested while having shabu session in Davao City
A municipal councilor of Kiblawan, Davao del Sur was arrested while having a shabu session in Davao City on Saturday. The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) said Saturday they apprehended Councilor Cipriano Sarona, with three others at the Bankerohan Public Market in Davao City.
CNN Philippines
HVT, 5 others nabbed in Zambo anti-drug ops
An alleged high-value target (HVT) drug pusher and five others were arrested while some PHP90,300 worth of illegal drugs were seized in separate anti-drug operations in the region, police said Saturday.
Philippine News Agency
P7.1 million shabu seized in drug stings
Shabu with an estimated street value of P7.1 million was recovered in drug stings in Bulacan, Butuan and Davao del Norte on Friday. Agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) seized a kilo of shabu valued at P6.8 million in San Jose del Monte City.
Philippine Star
Cotabato City couple nabbed in anti-drug ops
Agents of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (PDEA-BARMM) arrested a man and his common-law wife during a drug buy-bust operation in Barangay Rosary Heights Mother here Friday.
Philippine News Agency
PDEA arrests two men in Cagayan
Joint operatives of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Saturday arrested a contractual employee of the Cagayan provincial government and a driver of a board member and confiscated 10 grams of shabu worth P70,000 in Barangay Centro 1 Tuguegarao City, Cagayan.
Manila Bulletin
6 Indians nabbed for selling marijuana
Police anti-narcotics agents arrested seven Indian nationals after they allegedly yielded more or less a kilo of marijuana in a buy-bust in Pasay City.
Manila Bulletin
4 arrested, P16 million shabu confiscated in Caloocan
Four suspects were arrested in Tala, Caloocan with P16 million worth of methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu in a drug sting on Friday. Salahudin Abedin, Jamal Mustapha, Asnihaya Disomimba and Misaly Mistapha were caught in an operation in Barangay 188.
Philippine Star
Manila cops arrest 2 drug suspects despite attempt of kin to stop them
Police officers were about to arrest two drug suspects after a buy-bust operation in San Andres, Manila, when relatives of the suspects tried to stop the law enforcers.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Recovery and Rehabilitation
ILLICIT FIREARMS, EXPLOSIVES, AND AMMUNITION
CROSS-BORDER TRADING/ SMUGGLING/ COUNTERFEIT GOODS
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
KIDNAPPING
ILLEGAL GAMBLING
ILLICIT FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS/ EXTORTION
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DA 12 extends help to IP community in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
“We need to support and empower poor Indigenous People (IP) communities in Region 12 during this time of a global pandemic,” Arlan Mangelen, Department of Agriculture 12 Regional Executive Director said after spearheading the distribution of agricultural goods and farm inputs yesterday in a selected IP community at Sitio Lamsaboy, Brgy. Lamfugon, Lake Sebu, South Cotabato.
Philippine Information Agency
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CHR urges gov’t to ‘seriously’ investigate dummy Facebook accounts
The Commission on Human Rights decried the sudden creation of dummy Facebook accounts that copied names and identities of journalists, students, and ordinary citizens on the morning of June 7.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Philippines privacy body to meet with Facebook
The National Privacy Commission (NPC) will meet with representatives of social media company Facebook on Tuesday to discuss the reported surge last week of fake or blank accounts bearing names of legitimate users.
Philippine Star
Gov’t needs to assure people they have their best interests in mind – CHR
This is what the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) said as the number of threats and harassment made against people and groups who have been opposing the government has increased in number.
Manila Bulletin
Press Freedom/ Freedom of expression
Wilfredo Keng camp confident in libel case vs. Ressa
The camp of Wilfredo Keng, the complainant who filed a cyber libel case against Rappler CEO Maria Ressa, remained confident that they would win their case days ahead of Monday's verdict.
GMA News
‘I’m ready’: Maria Ressa braces for worst ahead of cyberlibel case verdict
Veteran journalist Maria Ressa said she is bracing for the worst outcome that could put her years behind bars, ahead of a Manila court's verdict on Monday on a cyberlibel charge.
ABS-CBN News
Martial Law
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COVID-19
Cases
Philippines' COVID-19 cases exceed 25,000 with 607 new infections
The Philippines on Saturday reported 607 new coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases, of which 504 are "fresh" or newly validated and 103 are late cases, bringing the total tally to 25,392
GMA News, Philippine News Agency, Manila Bulletin
116 more Filipinos abroad recover from Covid-19
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Saturday reported 116 new coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) recoveries among Filipinos in the Americas and the Asia Pacific, bringing the number of recovered patients to 2,485.
Philippine News Agency
Department of Health
Vergeire belies claims NCR, Laguna, Cebu will be back to ECQ after June 15
Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire on Saturday refuted claims circulating on social media that National Capital Region, Laguna, and Cebu will be placed again under Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ), as President Rodrigo Duterte is set to decide on the fate of the community quarantine in the country on June 15.
GMA News
More proof needed to back new study that coronavirus is airborne -Vergeire
More evidence is needed to support a study claiming that airborne transmission of the virus that causes COVID-19 is possible, Health Undersecretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said on Saturday.
GMA News
IATF
IATF’s recommendation on lockdown rules after June 15: ‘Bahala na po si Presidente’ —Roque
The fate of community quarantine in the Philippines is in the hands of President Rodrigo Duterte as the inter-agency body will let the chief executive decide the next steps to contain the spread of COVID-19 while balancing public health and the economy, presidential spokesperson Harry Roque said on Saturday.
GMA News
DTI: Senior citizens allowed to eat at dine-in establishments
Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez said Saturday that senior citizens, or those 60 years and above, can eat at dine-in establishments, although they are encouraged to stay home.
GMA News
Camping under the skyway near the airport is prohibited — DILG Sec. Año
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año on Saturday, June 13, warned that camping under the skyway at the vicinity of the airport area in Pasay City is strictly prohibited.
Manila Bulletin
Regions
Eastern Visayas reports 42 new Covid cases
Eastern Visayas has 42 new cases of the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19), its highest number of infections recorded in one day, the Department of Health (DOH) reported late Friday.
Philippine News Agency
2 more returnees test positive for COVID-19 in SouthCot
Two more residents of South Cotabato who were stranded in Cebu and Metro Manila and who recently returned to the province have tested positive for the coronavirus disease (Covid-19), increasing the confirmed cases in the area to nine.
Mindanews
Cebu City has 167 new COVID-19 cases, Eastern Visayas has 42
From just 28 cases last month, the number of persons infected with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Eastern Visayas rose to 132. On Friday alone, the region recorded 42 new cases, the highest reported single-day count since the pandemic broke out.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
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Baybay City suspends acceptance of returnees from Cebu
The city government of Baybay in Leyte has suspended acceptance of locally stranded individuals (LSIs) from Cebu due to the rising number of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases there.
Philippine News Agency
Unity prayer amid pandemic held
HIGH-RANKING officials from different sects and religions in Davao City joined forces in a solidarity prayer on Friday evening, June 12, calling for unity, harmony and healing amid the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic.
Sunstar Davao
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Diplomatic, Development and Private Sector
Incidents and Violations
Editorial, Analysis, Opinion and Features
There is a surge of new COVID cases in highly dense areas—are we making full use of our quarantine facilities?
It’s been almost six months since the beginning of this pandemic, depending on whose timeline you’re looking at). In the Philippines, you will agree with me that our lives have been in pause for a quarter. As the rainy season sets in, June is fast coming to a close, but the numbers just keep on coming.
ABS-CBN News
Indigenous youth find ways to help communities hit by pandemic
“We need to elect leaders who are not only responsible and accountable, but most importantly inclusive,” said Jal Mustari, a 23-year-old Maranao man living in Marawi City in the Philippines, and founder of the social enterprise Aretes Style.
Rappler
World
Beijing reimposes lockdown measures after new Covid-19 outbreak
Parts of Beijing have reimposed lockdown measures after a cluster of locally transmitted coronavirus cases emerged nearly two months after the Chinese capital appeared to have stamped out the virus.
The Guardian
Fauci says US might not see 'second wave' of Covid-19 cases
Leading US public health expert and White House coronavirus taskforce member Dr Anthony Fauci has said the US may not see a “second wave” of cases of Covid-19.
The Guardian
Chile health minister resigns amid coronavirus row: Live updates
Chile President Sebastian Pinera has replaced Health Minister Jaime Manalich amid controversy over the country's figures for deaths from the coronavirus outbreak.
Aljazeera
What ICU doctors have learned about COVID-19 — and how they're prepared for a 2nd wave
The World Health Organization had just declared COVID-19 a pandemic when intensive care units in the United States started to see an influx of severely ill patients.
NBC News
Australia's largest state reports first local COVID-19 case in weeks
Australia's largest state of New South Wales on Saturday (Jun 13) reported its first locally transmitted COVID-19 case since late May, a sign the threat from the pandemic is far from over as social distancing restrictions continue to be eased.
Channel News Asia
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
ELECTION RELATED
DISASTER
NDRRMC issues guide on rainy season preparations amid pandemic
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) on Saturday released a guidance on how to prepare for the rainy season amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic which can be followed by its personnel and the general public.
Manila Bulletin
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
JUDICIARY
LEGISLATIVE
Senate of the Philippines
Metro Manila, other areas should remain under GCQ after June 15 -Sotto, Angara
A general community quarantine (GCQ) should remain in Metro Manila and several other areas after June 15 amid the continuing threat of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
GMA News
De Lima wants Senate probe into faulty reporting of COVID-19 data
Opposition Senator Leila de Lima has sought a Senate investigation into the various problems affecting the reliability of the Department of Health’s data reporting, which affects government’s management and targeted response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
GMA News
De Lima reiterates support for Hong Kong; likens China to a ‘sea slug’
Detained Senator Leila de Lima on Saturday reiterated her support for pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong, claiming that China was similar to a sea slug that feeds on its own neighbors to satisfy its hunger for territory.
GMA News
House of Representatives
Salceda to look into measure to tax online sellers
Albay Rep. Joey Salceda (2nd District) said on Saturday that he would ask the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to flesh out the mechanics of the proposed tax measure the agency would like to impose on online business sellers.
Philippine News Agency
Solon urges enactment of anti-discrimination bill to curb violence against women, children, LGBT
The increasing cases of gender-based violence in the country should prod the Congress to immediately pass the long-overdue Anti-Discrimination bill, Bataan 1st district Rep. Geraldine Roman said on Saturday, June 13.
Manila Bulletin
LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (LGUs)
NoCot tops ‘Hatid Tulong’ implementation in Soccsksargen
The province of North Cotabato currently leads in the implementation of the government’s “Hatid Tulong” program for locally stranded individuals (LSIs) and returning overseas Filipinos (ROFs) in Region 12 (Soccsksargen).
Philippine News Agency
Manila launches online public forum
Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso has launched a segment in his weekly Capital Report where his constituents can ask their questions and concerns to the city government.
Philippine News Agency
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
165 PDLs granted parole
Over 165 persons deprived of liberty (PDL) have been granted parole following the May implementation of the Interim Rules on Parole and Executive Clemency.
Manila Bulletin
DEFENSE AND SECURITY
Armed Forces of the Philippines
2 PH Navy ships back home from months-long voyage
Philippine Navy (PN) ships BRP Davao del Sur (LD602) and BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS16) are finally back into the country after its mission in the Middle East in January 2020 and a series of unfortunate events.
Manila Bulletin
Philippine National Police
Lucban PNP warns women vs. wearing short skirts, gets under probe
Members of the Lucban Municipal Police Station are now under investigation after it posted on Facebook an anti-sexual harassment advisory, which drew the ire of netizens for apparent victim-blaming.
GMA News
Gamboa orders probe into Lucban police's victim-blaming post
After a recent Lucban Municipal Police Station social media post was criticized for being sexist and for being a case of victim-blaming, Philippine National Police chief Police General Archie Francisco Gamboa on Saturday directed the Directorate for Police Community Relations to look into the matter.
GMA News
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PNP spox says mañanita remark did not intend to put Sinas in bad light
Philippine National Police (PNP) spokesman Brig. Gen. Bernard Banac on Saturday said he did not plan to put Metro Manila police chief Major Gen. Debold Sinas in a “bad light” after admitting that the birthday mañanita affected public view on the nation’s police force.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
BOC turns over seized weapons, accessories to PNP
The Bureau of Customs' Port of Clark office announced on Saturday that they had turned over forfeited and abandoned shipments of firearms and accessories to the Philippine National Police.
GMA News
BUDGET, FINANCE, and TAXATION
Dominguez allays online sellers’ fears on BIR registration
Finance Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III allayed fears that the registration of online shops with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) would only burden small entrepreneurs and result in additional costs.
Manila Bulletin
Worker’s group appeals to BIR not to tax online sellers
Worker’s group Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) on Saturday appealed to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) not to require online sellers to register their businesses and pay their taxes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Manila Bulletin
ECONOMY AND INVESTMENTS
BUILD, BUILD, BUILD and PUBLIC WORKS
NLEX Harbor Link project to be completed under GCQ: DPWH
While the general community quarantine (GCQ) is still in effect in Metro Manila, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is set to open the NLEX Harbor Link Segment early next week.
Philippine News Agency
OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
AUDIT, GRAFT, AND CORRUPTION
FOREIGN RELATIONS
India seeks to widen Indo-Pacific partnership with Philippines amid China's aggression
While conversation focussed on fight against Covid both leaders also shared satisfaction in its bilateral relationship, including defense cooperation, with Modi noting how India sees the Philippines as a “vital partner” in the Indo-Pacific region. The Philippines also expressed similar sentiments, ET has learnt.
The Economic Times India
West Philippine Sea
LABOR
346 repatriated OFWs arrive at Clark airport
A new batch of 346 repatriated overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) arrived on Saturday at the Clark International Airport (CRK) here.
Philippine News Agency
TRANSPORTATION
Local carriers to stranded people: Don't go to airport without confirmed flight; check e-mail first
The Air Carriers Association of the Philippines (ACAP) on Saturday urged locally stranded individuals (LSIs) hoping to catch a flight back to their home provinces not to proceed to the airports if they don’t have confirmed flights.
GMA News
ACAP working with gov’t agencies to mount more flights to bring locally stranded persons home
The Air Carriers Association of the Philippines (ACAP) and its members Philippine Air Lines (PAL) Cebu Pacific, and Air Asia have said that they understand the need of their guests, particularly locally stranded individuals (LSIs), to fly back to their respective home provinces at the soonest time possible.
Manila Bulletin
DOTR, MMDA begin bike lane construction
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) have started the construction of protected bike lanes along EDSA amid persistent calls to promote the use of active transport modes in the country due to transport restrictions because of the global pandemic.
Manila Bulletin
HEALTH
FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
EDUCATION
Free webinar for teachers by DICT
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) will be holding a free webinar mainly for teachers on June 19.
Manila Bulletin
Teachers to DepEd: fund P1,500 monthly Internet allowance
With the additional expenses incurred during work-from-home arrangements and the planned implementation of distance learning, a federation of teachers urged the Department of Education (DepEd) to provide an additional P1,500 monthly allowance for educators in public schools.
Manila Bulletin
ENERGY
Solon probes possible ‘over-recovery’ in power companies’ billing collection
A senior administration congressman has enjoined the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to closely monitor the billing collection of power distributors to prevent over-recovery.
Manila Bulletin
POVERTY
SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT
DSWD to provide P15,000 cash assistance as capital
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is expected to provide P15,000 Livelihood Assistance Grant (LAG) to deserving families as a seed capital for new alternative income-generating activities or certain micro-enterprise ventures.
Manila Bulletin
HOUSING and SETTLEMENT
TOURISM
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P. Princesa police chief relieved for alleged mauling of forest rangers
Gen. Archie Francisco Gamboa, chief of Philippine National Police (PNP), ordered the relief of the chief of police of Puerto Princesa City for allegedly beating up and illegally arresting local forest guards.
Manila Bulletin
Cimatu ‘outraged’ by unlawful arrest of eight DENR employees in Puerto Princesa
Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Roy Cimatu was “outraged” by the unlawful arrest and detention of eight employees of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and two others while they were doing field work at Barangay Iwahig in Puerto Princesa City last June 10.
Manila Bulletin
INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY
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