Residents of two Agusan del Norte remote villages join Army’s peace consultation, dialogues
Residents of Culit and Jaguimitan, two far-flung barangays in the town of Nasipit, Agusan del Norte recently participated in peace and consultation dialogues conducted by the 23rd Infantry “Masigasig” Battalion last November 9 and 10 respectively.
Kalinaw News
Bayugan City delivers serbisyo caravan, reaches 800 beneficiaries
A total of eight hundred (800) local residents of Barangay Hamogaway, Bayugan City benefited from the mobile distribution of free basic services through the RCSP-Ugnayan sa Barangay and Serbisyo Caravan 2020 spearheaded by Hon. Kirk A. Asis, City Mayor of Bayugan City on November 9-10, 2020.
Kalinaw News
Peace talks
Incidents/Operations
After 6 years in NPA, rebel yields in Agusan Norte
Saying he became disillusioned with the communist rebel movement, a vice squad leader of the communist New People’s Army (NPA) surrendered Wednesday to authorities after six years of fighting the government.
Philippine News Agency
Army intensifies Community Support Program in NegOr villages
The Philippine Army is relentlessly pursuing efforts to clear more barangays in Negros Oriental of insurgency, such as the implementation of its Community Support Program (CSP).
Philippine News Agency
Soldiers Underway to Ulysses Response Encounter NPAs in Quezon
Soldiers of the Army’s 85 Infantry Battalion were engaged in a 50-minute encounter against NPA terrorists in Macalelon, Quezon on Thursday, November 12.
Kalinaw News
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MARAWI
SOUTHEAST ASIA AND THE WORLD
Utah man pleads guilty to impersonating ISIS leader planning terrorist attack
A man, accused of impersonating an ISIS leader, pleaded guilty Tuesday to sending a bomb-making tutorial video to people online, who were interested in helping with a terrorist attack.
KU TV
Slough man charged with sharing terrorist video
A man has appeared in court accused of sharing a video by terrorist group Boko Haram in a WhatsApp chat. Shakil Chapra, 43, of Tintern Close, Slough, is charged with one count of dissemination of terrorist publications under the Terrorism Act 2006.
BBC News
Moscow, Falun Gong banned for 'religious extremism'
Two days ago, the activities of the spiritual movement Falun Gong were banned in Khakazia (southern Siberia) on charges of "religious extremism". The ban extends to the entire Russian Federation.
Asia News
Several Shots Fired at Saudi Embassy in The Hague, Netherlands
Several shots were fired at Saudi Arabia’s Embassy in The Hague early on Thursday, leaving bullet holes across the building’s facade, a day after a bomb blast hit a World War I commemoration ceremony attended by Western diplomats in the kingdom.
The Wall Street Journal
Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman vows 'iron fist' against extremists after attack
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pledged Thursday to strike extremists with an "iron fist", after a bombing against a gathering of diplomats was claimed by the Islamic State group.
Deccan Herald
Saudi Arabia tells Europe: The Muslim Brotherhood is a threat to Islam
Analysts say the Council of Senior Scholars’ message means Saudi Arabia will not change policy on the Brotherhood following Biden’s victory in the US.
The Arab Weekly
Austria Set To Ban Political Islam After Recent Terrorist Attack, To Begin Crackdown On Extremism
The Austrian cabinet headed by Chancellor Sebastian Kurz has agreed to begin crackdown on extremism and implement a wide range of anti-terrorism measures after a deadly terrorist attack by an Islamic extremist took place in Vienna earlier this month.
Odisha TV
[Opinion] Former White supremacist: This is how to tackle hate and bigotry
According to the US Department of Homeland Security, White supremacy is the biggest security threat facing the United States today based on the number of violent crimes committed. It eclipses all other types of extremism.
CNN
MyMilitia Is Like Tinder for the Far-Right
A social-media site that links people up with militias around the country has come under scrutiny after a member was arrested for allegedly threatening to blow up an FBI building
Rolling Stone
How countries are tackling Islamic extremism with the help of laws
Two days ago, WION asked a question as to how would Europe have reacted had a country like India proposed sweeping powers for the government against Islamism? The backlash can be imagined had New Delhi said the government would put electronic bracelets on radicals. These European countries are all secular. But many of them have laws to regulate Islam
WIONews
How do counter-terrorism measures impact residents' everyday experience?
A new European research project starting in January 2021 aims to provide an unprecedented international comparison of how counter-terrorism and urban security change the everyday experiences of residents across cities in Europe.
EurekAlert
Europe wakes up to threat of terrorism, but do they have the right approach?
Austria is not alone in initiating a crackdown on terrorism. Across Europe, governments have woken up to the threat of Islamism and are working on a common draft to control radicals.
WIONews
The Paris Attacks 5 Years Ago Left Young People Scarred. But 'Generation Bataclan' May Get Its Chance for Justice
At first, the loud blasts sounded like a faulty amplifier to those packed into the crowd at Paris’s Bataclan theater. But within seconds, Arthur Dénouveaux realized he was hearing the retort of automatic gunfire. As pandemonium broke out he flung himself to the floor, and slithered on his belly towards an exit—a skill he learned while serving in the French military. He knew that if he stood up, even for an instant, he would die.
Time
MEPs unanimously condemn recent terrorist attacks in France and Austria
In a debate with Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson, who announced upcoming EU initiatives such as strengthening Europol’s mandate and an action plan on integration and inclusion, MEPs pointed to the need to further close the gaps and loopholes in existing counter-terrorism legislation and in its implementation. At the same time, measures promoting integration into our societies, education and non-discrimination should be further developed and supported.
European Parliament News
“It’s partly about terrorism, but also a return of governance for the region”—France’s Sahel mission
Jihadism is growing in a continent-wide strip of Africa, and the riskiest operations to contain it fall to French troops. Our correspondent witnesses a fraught and seemingly endless mission. Peru has ousted yet another president, at a woeful time: the pandemic is raging, the economy cratering and politics fracturing. And the movement to water down Sweden’s state monopoly on booze.
The Economist
Iraqis Displaced by ISIS Fight Face Uncertainty Once More as Camps Close
Iraq has started closing camps housing tens of thousands of people, including many who fled their homes during the final battle against Islamic State, but aid groups warn this could create a second wave of displacement with dire consequences.
Haaretz Middle East News
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BARMM
Kalinaw Mindanaw: The Story of the GRP-MNLF Peace Process, 1975-1996 (5th of 18 parts )
Implication on OIC Resolution No. 18. Just to reiterate for emphasis, the fourth item of OIC Resolution No. 18 clearly states the stand of the Fifth Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers of 1974. It calls upon the Philippine Government to find a political and peaceful solution through negotiation with Muslim leaders, particularly with the representative of the Moro National Liberation Front within the framework of the national sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Philippines. Strangely, the resolution did not state in black and white that the government should negotiate with the MNLF; it says “Muslim leaders, particularly with the representative” of the MNLF.
Mindanews
BARMM to build public markets rooted in Moro culture, tradition
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is rushing the construction of public markets that will also showcase Moro design and symbols, the region’s spokesperson said Thursday.
Philippine News Agency
BARMM distributes P10-M equipment vs. Covid-19 in component areas
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao started distributing Thursday more than PHP10-million worth of ventilators and equipment for coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) response to partner-hospitals in the region.
Philippine News Agency | NDBC News
MAGUINDANAO AND COTABATO CITY
How women struggle for safe water in camp communities
In the remote area of Barangay Palao sa Buto in Datu Paglas town, (CAMP RAJAMUDA), people have to buy safe water from the town center which is eight kilometers away.
NDBC News
International Monitoring Team Head and Defense Attaché of Brunei Visit 6th Infantry Division
The 6th Infantry Division welcomed the Defense Attaché of Brunei during his courtesy call and the outgoing members of International Monitoring Team-Mindanao Team Site 1 during their exit call on November 10, 2020 at 6ID Headquarters in Camp Siongco, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao.
Kalinaw News
10 BIFF yield in Maguindanao
Ten more combatants of the Daesh-inspired Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) have abandoned their cause and decided to return to the fold of law to live normal lives again.
Philippine News Agency
LANAO PROVINCES
Lanao Sur gov’t sends relief to Maranao families
Maranao officials have sent relief assistance for residents and migrant traders displaced by recent Typhoons “Quinta” and “Rolly” in the Bicol Region.
Manila Standard
BASILAN
Basilan town launches educational radio program
The municipal government of Maluso town in Basilan through the Expanded Local School Board launched Wednesday a radio program meant to address the needs of learners in the “new normal” caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mindanews
SULU
JTF-Sulu captures ASG member after armed encounter in Patikul
At around 4:30pm today, the Special Forces under the Joint Task Force – Sulu clashed with members of the Abu Sayyaf Group in Patikul, Sulu that resulted to the capture of a wounded ASG member.
Kalinaw News
TAWI-TAWI
Abu Sayyaf member surrenders with firearms in Tawi-Tawi
A member of the terrorist Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) surrendered to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in Tawi-Tawi on Wednesday, November 11.
Kalinaw News
P120-M smuggled cigarettes allegedly from Indonesia intercepted in PH backdoor
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) recently intercepted a shipment of smuggled cigarettes worth P120 million in Tawi-Tawi.
The smuggled shipment attempted to enter the country through a vessel from Indonesia, the bureau said Thursday, Nov. 12.
Manila Bulletin
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DRUGS
50 Cebu City cops submit to surprise drug test
In support of the campaign against illegal drugs of Philippine National Police chief Maj. Gen. Debold Sinas, the top police official here said 50 police personnel from different stations underwent a surprise drug test on Thursday.
Philippine News Agency
DENR worker killed in Davao buy-bust shootout
A forest ranger of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Region 11 (DENR-11) was killed in a shootout with authorities in a buy-bust operation Wednesday afternoon here.
Philippine News Agency
Over PhP 3M worth of illegal drugs seized in Metro Manila
Authorities seized more than PhP 3 million worth of illegal drugs in Metro Manila.
PTV News
3 suspected drug peddlers arrested, yield P340,000 shabu
Anti-Narcotics agents in the Cordillera region arrested three suspected drug dealers and seized more than P340,000 worth of shabu in separate buy-bust operations recently.
Sunstar Baguio
Almost P130,000 shabu seized in Bacolod
An estimated P129,160 worth of shabu or methamphetamine hydrochloride was seized in separate drug bust operations by the Bacolod City Police Office (BCPO) in Bacolod Wednesday evening, November 11, 2020.
Sunstar Bacolod
Tagbilaran casual employee arrested in drug bust
An employee of the Tagbilaran City Hall is facing charges after her arrest during a drug bust on Wednesday (Nov. 11).
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Operations/ Incidents
Recovery and Rehabilitation
ILLICIT FIREARMS, EXPLOSIVES, AND AMMUNITION
CROSS-BORDER TRADING/ SMUGGLING/ COUNTERFEIT GOODS
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
KIDNAPPING/ ABDUCTION
ILLEGAL GAMBLING
ILLICIT FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS/ EXTORTION
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FedEx delivers threads that keep culture alive
The social enterprise that’s today responsible for reviving the indigenous textile industry in the Philippines all but started from a young girl’s childhood dream.
Sunstar Cebu
Local Task Force: Government Services reach Far-flung IP Community of Davao del Norte’s Pantaron Range
The whole of Kapalong’s local government and the Provincial Government of Davao del Norte assembled and hurdled a three-hour ride along the rugged slopes of Pantaron Range just to reach Sitio Natampod of Kapalong, Davao del Norte- home to more than 900 Ata Manobos. The Outreach Program named, “Serbisyo sa Gobyerno Gidala sa Baryo,” which was held in Sitio Natampod, Barangay Gupitan, Kapalong, Davao del Norte last November 10, was participated by more than 20 local government agencies led by Kapalong Municipal Mayor, Hon. Maria Theresa Timbol.
Kalinaw News
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New Philippine Police Chief Has Troubling Record
President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed police Maj. Gen. Debold Sinas as the new head of the Philippine National Police (PNP), despite the officer’s troubling human rights track record.
Human Rights Watch
[Editorial] Poster boy
Barely weeks after reiterating his firm avowals of going against law violators and erring government personnel, President Duterte appointed National Capital Region Police Office director Police Major Gen. Debold Sinas as the new chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP).
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Press Freedom/ Freedom of expression
4 journos fall victim to another round of attacks against media
Four journalists fell victim to another round of attacks against media workers in the Philippines. A radio commentator was killed and two others were arrested in Luzon on Tuesday, while another Visayas-based reporter was red-tagged last week.
Communist Party of the Philippines
Ogie Diaz warns fans of fake Liza Soberano Facebook account
Columnist and talent manager Ogie Diaz has warned fans of his ward Liza Soberano about a fake Facebook account bearing Soberano’s name. The fake Liza Soberano Facebook account was reportedly making political posts about government officials.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Maria Ressa: ‘Emergency actions’ needed to rein in social media
We’re living in the matrix. We’re feeding in the energy to the social media platforms and we’re living in illusions. We're being manipulated'
Rappler
Martial Law
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COVID-19
Cases
DoH posts 1,407 new cases, with the highest case count coming from Davao City
With 1,407 new cases announced (and 11 deaths), all cities and provinces in the top five are outside of the National Capital Region.
Davao City led the haul with 214 cases.
ABS- CBN
Department of Health
DOH evacuates patients, staff of 5 Covid-19 treatment facilities
The Department of Health (DOH) on Thursday evacuated and transferred the patients and staff of five Temporary Treatment and Monitoring Facilities (TTMFs) to Oplan Kalinga Hotels in the metropolis.
Philippine News Agency
IATF/NTF COVID-19
PRRD wants people-centered approach in mitigating Covid-19 impact
President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday emphasized the need for a “people-centered” approach in mitigating the impact of the prevailing coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic.
Philippine News Agency
PH pandemic officials seek Duterte clearance for advance payment on COVID-19 vaccines
The Philippines’ procurement law prohibits making advancement payments on items, posing a challenge for securing timely access to limited vaccine supplies
Rappler
Regions
Luzon including NCR
Ilagan bishop tests positive for Covid-19
Another Catholic bishop has tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19). In a Facebook post on Thursday, the Diocesan Youth Apostolate - Diocese of Ilagan announced that Bishop William Antonio was tested early this week.
Philippine News Agency
Visayas
NegOr logs more Covid-19 recoveries, fewer new infections
The province of Negros Oriental on Thursday reported more recoveries from the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) and a lesser number of new active cases.
Philippine News Agency
Eastern Samar mayor contracts coronavirus
Mayor Gilbert Go of Giporlos, Eastern Samar has tested positive for the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19).
Philippine News Agency
Mindanao
No Covid-19 vaccine trial in Zambo City
The City Health Office (CHO) has clarified that there is no vaccine trial for coronavirus disease (Covid-19) here.
Philippine News Agency
Physician says stricter quarantine needed to control Covid in Davao
The government must consider putting the city either under a general community quarantine (GCQ) or enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) due to the failure of the curfew and 24/7 liquor ban to contain the spread of the coronavirus disease, Davao City-based medical practitioner Dr. Jack Estuart said on Thursday.
Mindanews
Dabawenyos face fines over mosquito breeding sites
Residents here who allow their surroundings to become breeding grounds of disease-carrying mosquitos would soon face fines.
Philippine News Agency
Safe Davao QR for establishments now up
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte has come up with a temporary solution to stop traffic-related crashes of the Safe Davao QR registration site. Earlier this month, safedavaoqr.davaoct.com a website where Davao City residents and visitors need to access to register and get the personal QR code was overwhelmed with people accessing the site at the same time making it unusable. To control the heavy web traffic, the Davao City government implemented separate registration sites for establishments and individuals.
Manila Bulletin
SoCot raises alarm over rising Covid-19 transmission
Health authorities in South Cotabato raised the alarm on Thursday over the increasing coronavirus disease (Covid-19) transmission in private and government offices in the area.
Philippine News Agency
South Cotabato steps up anti-filariasis measures
Health personnel in South Cotabato have stepped up their interventions to effectively contain and eliminate the cases of the parasitic filariasis disease in at least two villages in T’boli town.
Mindanews
World
China faces rising coronavirus risks caused by imported infections
China is facing an increased risk of local transmission of the new coronavirus in the winter due to imported cases as the spread of the global pandemic accelerates, a senior official at the country’s health authority said on Thursday.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
The UK reports its biggest daily increase in Covid-19 cases
The UK reported a 10,520 jump in the number of new daily coronavirus infections on November 12, the biggest increase since the outbreak of the pandemic in March.
Financial News London
Covid-19 vaccines may have potentially unpleasant side effects
Early data suggest several of the coronavirus vaccines may cause people to feel crummy for a few days. And then they'll need a second dose.
NBC News
As the holidays get closer, Covid-19 hospitalizations and deaths are happening at a faster rate
New Covid-19 hospitalizations and deaths are accelerating at alarming rates, and health experts worry they will get worse before the upcoming holidays.
CNN
WHO chief warns against pinning all hope on COVID-19 vaccine
World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned against pinning all hope on a COVID-19 vaccine, saying people need to remain vigilant and take precautions against coronavirus.
CNN Philippines
Diplomatic, Development and Private Sector
Incidents and Violations
Editorial, Analysis, Opinion and Features
Where will poorer countries stand in the queue for a Covid-19 vaccine?
The lion’s share of the potential Pfizer vaccine is already claimed by high-income nations
The Guardian
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
‘Ulysses’ floods parts of Malacañan Palace
President Rodrigo Duterte’s official residence in Malacañan Palace was not spared from flooding brought by Typhoon Ulysses.
Philippine News Agency
PRRD conducts aerial inspection of ‘Ulysses’-hit areas
Despite his hectic schedule due to the ongoing virtual plenary session of the 37th Asean Summit, President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday conducted an aerial inspection of the areas hit by Typhoon Ulysses.
Philippine News Agency
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
Robredo visits Rizal evacuees; Families cry no one rescued them
Vice President Leni Robredo personally visited families temporarily sheltered at the Kasiglahan Village Elementary School in Rodriguez, Rizal, after low-lying areas in the province were flooded on Thursday.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
AUDIT, GRAFT, AND CORRUPTION
NFA exec’s suspension over fertilizer scam affirmed
The Sandiganbayan has affirmed its earlier ruling suspending the chief of the National Food Authority (NFA) in Soccsksargen (South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos) in connection with his alleged involvement in the fertilizer fund scam.
Philippine Star
Duterte’s cash incentive offer on corruption reports ‘worth a try’ — Sotto
Senate President Vicente Sotto III has welcomed President Duterte’s reward offer for those who will report anomalies in any government projects and practices.
Manila Bulletin
[Opinion] The newest ‘czar’ vs corruption
If there is someone in the Cabinet of President Rodrigo Duterte who can keep him in check from meting out extra-legal punishment, it appears to be Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Menardo Guevarra. By way of a joke, President Duterte pointed to the presence of Sec.Guevarra that stopped him to punish the 44 Bureau of Immigration (BI) personnel who he originally wanted to make them eat the money they allegedly got as bribe to allow entry of illegal aliens at the airports.
Philippine Star
BUDGET, FINANCE, and TAXATION
IMF cites need for PH bank secrecy law amendment
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended the amendment of the Philippines bank secrecy law to further provide the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) “additional teeth” in regulating financial institutions.
Philippine News Agency
BUSINESS, ECONOMY AND INVESTMENT
Manila Water, Maynilad await gov’t negotiation on new contract
Metro Manila’s two water providers await the start of negotiations with the government after the Department of Justice confirmed that President Rodrigo R. Duterte approved the proposed contract governing their water concession.
Business World
Three Cs for Business Continuity Amid Pandemic
Now that the economy is slowly starting to reopen after months of lockdown imposed to stem the spread of COVID-19, Pilipinas Shell is sharing its three-fold recovery strategy for business continuity with companies that are looking to jumpstart the recovery of their businesses.
Manila Bulletin
BUILD, BUILD, BUILD and PUBLIC WORKS
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE
'Ulysses' now over West Philippine Sea; maintains strength
Typhoon Ulysses has maintained its strength, and is now over the West Philippine Sea, the weather bureau said in its 11 a.m. bulletin on Thursday.
Philippine News Agency
Duterte assures immediate aid for victims of Typhoon Ulysses
President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday assured that the national government will provide relief, rescue, and assistance to families severely affected by Typhoon Ulysses, adding that no one will be left behind.
Philippine News Agency
Enough warnings issued ahead of 'Ulysses' onslaught: OCD
The government has exerted all efforts to disseminate warnings on the impact of Typhoon Ulysses ahead of its onslaught in the country.
Philippine News Agency
25K cops mobilized for search, rescue ops
Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, Gen. Debold Sinas, on Thursday, ordered the deployment of more than 25,000 police officers to assist in disaster response, particularly in search and rescue operations, in areas battered by Typhoon Ulysses.
Philippine News Agency
AFP deploys disaster response units to 'Ulysses'-hit areas
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has dispatched all of its disaster response units to areas affected by Typhoon Ulysses to help local government units (LGUs) in aiding people severely affected by the weather disturbance.
Philippine News Agency
Gov't search, rescue efforts in typhoon-hit areas underway: DILG
Interior Secretary Eduardo Año on Thursday assured the public that government search and rescue (SAR) operations are now in full swing as Typhoon Ulysses battered most parts of Luzon.
Philippine News Agency
QC residents told to be on alert despite better weather
The Quezon City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (QCDRRMO) on Thursday has called on residents to remain vigilant despite improving weather conditions in the aftermath of Typhoon Ulysses.
Philippine News Agency
‘#UlyssesPH worse than Ondoy’ – Marikina residents
For Mercedes Berioles, 74, typhoon Ulysses (international name: Vamco) is worse than typhoon Ondoy (international name: Ketsana), which submerged Marikina City in flood water in 2009.
Bulatlat
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
DEFENSE AND SECURITY
Armed Forces of the Philippines
2ID Sends Troops for Disaster Response, Saves Lives after Ulysses Onslaught
The Army’s 2nd Infantry Division mobilized all its available assets for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response or HADR to aid communities in its area of responsibility which are greatly affected by Typhoon Ulysses on Thursday, November 12.
Kalinaw News
Joint Task Force Bicolandia maximizes disaster response operations as Bicol faces another strong typhoon
While Bicolanos are scrambling to rebuild their homes destroyed by super typhoon Rolly, another strong typhoon crosses the Bicol region bringing destructive winds, torrential rains, and heavy flood.The Joint Task Force Bicolandia (JTFB) deploys more troops for the conduct of disaster response operations (DRO) hand in hand with other emergency response units.
Kalinaw News
Philippine National Police
EDUCATION
PH moves a notch to 48th in global talent ranking, poor education cited
The Philippines moved up a notch to 48th in the latest global talent ranking where the country was shown scoring the worst performance in most subfactors related to investments and development in the education sector.
Manila Bulletin
INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY
Netizens use social media to ask for help, donations for #UlyssesPH victims
#RescuePH trended in social media today, Nov. 12, as reports of families stranded on their rooftops went viral due to the heavy downpour brought about by typhoon Ulysses (international name: Vamco).
Bulatlat
Facebook Calls for Donations for Typhoon Rolly Relief in the Philippines
Facebook announced that users can make donations through the platform to support the immediate needs of communities affected by Typhoon Rolly in the Philippines. Facebook will match up to USD 150,000 (approximately PHP 7.2 Million) of donations that will be made to GlobalGiving.
Manila Bulletin
DICT, NTC Direct Telcos to Speed Up Restoration of Services
Pursuant to the instructions from the Department of Information and Communications Technology, the National Telecommunications Commission has directed all telecommunication entities to fast track the repair and restoration of telecom services in areas severely affected by Typhoon Ulysses.
Manila Bulletin
STRADCOM says no relation to LTO ‘hacker’
Filipino IT firm STRADCOM Corporation, the proponent of the multi-billion peso Land Transportation Office (LTO) project that automates the agency’s service to driver license holders and motor vehicle registrants across 400 offices nationwide, said it no relation or connection with lisensya.info, which is allegedly involved in the “hacking” of the LTO site.
Manila Bulletin
ELECTION RELATED
Next Philippine Election Looms as an Institutional Stress Test
Joe Biden’s defeat of Donald Trump has shown the resilience of U.S. political institutions. Will the same be true of the Philippines?
The Diplomat
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
300K hot logs seized in Surigao City
The Police Regional Office in Caraga (PRO-13) has reported the confiscation of PHP300,000 worth of illegally-cut lumber in Surigao City.
Philippine News Agency
DENR taps firm to enhance greening efforts in Mt. Matutum
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has linked up with a private firm to enhance the continuing reforestation initiatives in the critical Mt. Matutum.
Philippine News Agency
LABOR
Filipinos working abroad are a source of money, not reform
They tend to admire strongman politics
The Economist
LEGISLATIVE
Senate of the Philippines
Drilon thumbs down ‘Bayanihan 3’ for COVID-19 funding
Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon on Thursday thumbed down proposals to legislate another measure providing multi-billion funding for the government’s COVID-19 response and recovery efforts.
Manila Bulletin
Go pushes immigration modernization bill
Sen. Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go is pushing for the passage of a measure he filed that would strengthen the Bureau of Immigration and update the country’s immigration laws.
Manila Times
House of Representatives
House mounting relief drive for victims of Typhoon Ulysses
The House of Representatives is setting up a relief drive to aid victims of Typhoon Ulysses, which violently whipped a vast portion of the country, mostly Luzon.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
House committee on energy tells gov’t to focus on restoration of electricity post typhoons
The House Committee on Energy urged government energy agencies to zero-in on efforts to prepare the immediate restoration of power lines and electricity distribution systems damaged by typhoons and other natural calamities.
Manila Bulletin
Lady solon seeks PCG’s technology upgrade
Bohol 3rd District Rep. Alexie Tutor is proposing that at least two Coast Guards bases be stationed at the country’s 19 islands and island groups equipped with microsatellites, smart buoys, and unmanned drones.
Manila Bulletin
LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (LGUs)
Zambo Sur offers bounty for ex-village chief killer’s arrest
Three government officials are offering more than PHP1 million cash reward to anyone who can provide information leading to the arrest of the killer of a former barangay official in Guipos town.
Philippine News Agency
OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
FOREIGN RELATIONS
Duterte to Asean: Arbitral ruling can’t be ignored by any county
No country can ignore nor diminish the Philippines' arbitral victory in the South China Sea case, President Rodrigo Duterte said Thursday.
Philippine News Agency
Duterte pushes for closer cooperation between ASEAN, China on COVID-19 vaccine
President Duterte has pushed for closer cooperation between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and China on the development, sale, and distribution of affordable vaccines against COVID-19, Malacañang said.
Manila Bulletin
US lauds extended suspension of VFA termination
The United States Embassy in Manila on Thursday welcomed the Philippine government's decision to suspend the termination of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) for another six months.
Philippine News Agency
West Philippine Sea
FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
P5.48-B worth of rice saved due to early advisory on Typhoon Ulysses– DA
Rice amounting to P5.48 billion was saved due to early advisories of the Department of Agriculture (DA) on the powerful Typhoon Ulysses, the agency said Thursday.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
’Rice trade liberalization blunted poverty amid pandemic’
Poverty incidence in the Philippines this year could have worsened if the Duterte administration did not approve the rice trade liberalization (RTL) law as stable rice prices mitigated the impact of income contraction caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Business Mirror
HOUSING and SETTLEMENT
POVERTY
SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT
Inbred rice model farm in Siquijor shows promising yield
A five-hectare inbred rice model farm in Lotlotan, Enrique Villanueva in the neighboring island province of Siquijor is showing a promising yield, the Department of Agriculture (DA-7)-Central Visayas said.
Philippine News Agency
TRANSPORTATION
Flight ops resume at NAIA
Flight operations resumed at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) at 8 a.m. on Thursday, after authorities announced suspending flight operations from Wednesday midnight until 6 a.m. Thursday due to the threat of Typhoon Ulysses in Metro Manila.
Philippine News Agency
TOURISM
WATER and ENERGY
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