In Parlade probe, AFP also looking into journalist’s alleged terror links – Sobejana
The investigation on Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade Jr.’s social media posts red-tagging a news reporter will also determine whether the journalist is indeed a supporter of terrorist groups, the Armed Forces chief said Wednesday.
CNN Philippines
Dubious lumad FB page on red-tagging spree
The University of the Philippines Mindanao’s Student Council urged its administration to defend its constituents following recent red-tagging incidents against members of the university’s community.
Davao Today
Lawmakers say universities should be military-free zones
Philippines lawmakers have said that the protection of the University of the Philippines from military and police operations on campus should be enshrined in law and that this protection should be extended to all the country’s public universities and colleges.
University World News
RTF ELCAC to reach out to victims of CPP-NPA extortion
The Western Visayas Regional Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (WV RTF ELCAC) will reach out to sectors victimized by the revolutionary taxation of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army (CPP-NPA).
Philippine News Agency
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Philippine Army extends support to indigents in Aurora by giving 2,500 tilapia fingerlings
The Philippine Army’s 91st Infantry “Sinagtala” Battalion has extended support to indigent families by means of giving 2,500 tilapia fingerling in three (3) barangays in the town of Maria Aurora, Aurora on February 10, 2021 as part of its enhanced Adopt-a-Barangay (Kapwa ko, Sagot ko) program, in line with the sustainment efforts of the unit in Focus Areas to prevent the Communists Terrorist Groups (CTGs) from conducting recovery works.
Kalinaw News
Army joins community planning in AgNor remote communities
The 23rd Infantry (Masigasig) Battalion (23IB) has joined hands with the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) of Agusan del Norte in the conduct of the series of community consultations and development planning in remote villages in the province.
Kalinaw News
JCI conduct service caravan with army
Military brings government services to a remote community in Madalum morning of February 7, 2021. Lieutenant Colonel Rey David Taqueban led 12th Civil-Military Operations Battalion in discussing Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism lecture. The 103rd Infantry Brigade, the 51st Infantry Battalion and the Brgy Raya Chairperson also took an active part in the discussion.
Kalinaw News
Peace talks
AMNESTY OFFER IS ONE MORE TRICK OF DUTERTE TO CORRUPT THE MILITARY AND BUTCHER THE INNOCENT
Within the first year of his presidency, Duterte was tested by the GRP-NDFP peace negotiations and was found faking his interest in any process to address the roots of the armed conflict with comprehensive agreements on basic social, economic and political reforms.
National Democratic Front of the Philippines
Incidents/Operations
CNT Member Return to the Folds of Government in Sarangani
In the peace effort campaign of Joint Task Force Central, another Communist NPA Terrorist surrendered to government troops in Sarangani Province on February 9, 2021.
Kalinaw News
Army Officer and 2 Soldiers Die in Quezon Province Encounter
“The life of a soldier is a life filled with sacrifices; one should always be prepared for anything.” This was what 1Lt Romeo S Sabio Jr thought as he entered the Philippine Army as an enlisted personnel in 2013. As a Private, he was assigned to the Training and Doctrine Command based in Capas, Tarlac before deciding to further his military career as an officer being a proud member of the Philippine Army’s Officer Candidate School (OCS) “GAHIUSA” Class 48 – 2017.
Kalinaw News
4 activists arrested in Butuan
Four leaders of progressive groups were arrested in separate incidents in Butuan City last weekend, according to human rights group Karapatan in Caraga region.
Bulatlat
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Aetas accused of terrorism drop NUPL as legal counsel after Calida's claims
The two Aetas accused of terrorism will be dropping the National Union of People's Lawyers (NUPL) as their legal counsel, claiming the lawyers' group was exacerbating the charges against them.
ABS- CBN News
LIPI: No place for terrorism in society
Terrorism has no place in any culture and in any society, the group Liga Independencia Pilipinas Inc. (LIPI) said Wednesday, as it continued to support the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) of 2020, which is being petitioned against by 37 groups before the Supreme Court.
Manila Standard
MARAWI
SOUTHEAST ASIA AND THE WORLD
COVID sparks resurgence of ISIL terrorists, threatening international peace and security, Security Council hears
Despite the competing priorities brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, Vladimir Voronkov, head of the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), said that it was “crucial” for Member States to remain focused and united in thwarting terrorism.
UN News
[Opinion] I’ve Studied Terrorism for Over 40 Years. Let’s Talk About What Comes Next.
In the aftermath of the assault on the Capitol, much of the nation’s attention was focused on “why.” But another question is equally important: “What next?”
New York Times
Boris Johnson’s probe into left-wing “extremism” is a dangerous distraction from the fascist threat
A Greek acquaintance, long departed, joined the anti-Nazi resistance as a teenager and then fought on the communist side in the Civil War. When it was over, as a gesture of reconciliation, his local police commander offered to destroy his intelligence file. “I told him to keep it,” he said, “that’s my medal.” It was the only official recognition he was ever likely to get.
New Statesman
Capitol Riot Prompts A Reckoning Over Extremism In The Ranks
Less than two weeks after hundreds of rioters — including current and former service members — converged on the Capitol and broke through the doors, threatened lawmakers and injured and killed police, retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin appeared before a Senate committee for his confirmation hearing.
National Public Radio (NPR)
#StopTheSteal: Timeline of Social Media and Extremist Activities Leading to 1/6 Insurrection
The insurrectionist attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 was not spontaneous. The assault that unfolded as Congress convened a joint session to certify the victory of Joe Biden in the 2020 election was the direct result of a months-long effort rooted in disinformation; promoted by President Donald Trump; coordinated by some of his most fervent, conspiratorial supporters; and incorporating a wide range of supporting groups.
Just Security
Army leaders call out extremism, other 'corrosive behavior'
The Army’s top civilian leader on Wednesday called on the force to combat “corrosive behavior” including discrimination, extremist views and sexual harassment.
The Hill
New hate symbols on US warships including noose spark Navy condemnation
The U.S. Navy’s top admiral on Tuesday condemned two new racist incidents involving hate symbols on warships, which sources said included a noose that was left on a Black sailor’s bed.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Biden to visit Pentagon amid worries about racism, extremism
Joe Biden will make his first visit as president to the Pentagon Wednesday as the US military seeks to address far-right extremism and racism among its troops.
Business Recorder
How Did Extremism and Violence Become a Dangerous Reality in Burkina Faso?
Only six years ago, Burkina Faso looked like a beacon of hope and stability in West Africa. In 2015, the country held its first democratic election ever, and President Roch Marc Christian Kaboré was supposed to lead the country into a bright future. But since then hopes are being dashed by persistent poverty and surging violence and insecurity. An unprecedented number of people—more than 1 million—have been forced to flee their homes as a result. Yet, in the November 2020 elections, President Kaboré won a second term. What happened in the past six years, and what would it take to bring Burkina Faso back to a path of peaceful development?
The Global Observatory
The Indian peoples’ historic uprising needs global support
The aggravating authoritarian regime of Prime Minister Nahendra Modi has led to the unprecedented historic march in November 2020 of over 300,000 farmer-led protesters in Delhi. This uprising has continued to grow in numbers as Indian workers have also simultaneously conducted their series of strikes, reportedly participated by over 250 million people. With the continued massive protests and blockades across the country, the Indian peoples are demonstrating to the world the power of a peasant-led resistance movement
Bulatlat
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BARMM
106 former MILF combatants receive rice aid from Nat’l gov’t, BARMM, UNDP
One-hundred six (106) decommissioned Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) combatants benefitted from the first batch of rice assistance, as part of decommissioning package, at Camp Darapanan in Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao on Wednesday.
Bangsamoro Government
Barmm gives mobility devices to PWDs, elderly
THE Ministry of Health in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MOH-Barmm) announced that 1,500 persons with disability (PWD) and senior citizens across Barmm will receive wheelchairs, crutches and walking canes.
Sunstar Zamboanga
MAGUINDANAO AND COTABATO CITY
Maguindanao mayors’ league supports BARMM transition extension
Bangsamoro Government’s push to extend the transition period gained additional support from the League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) – Maguindanao Chapter. League President Datu Shameem B. Mastura, mayor of Sultan Kudarat municipality, said “Mainit ‘yung pagsuporta ng bawat alkalde dito sa probinsiya ng Maguindanao tungo sa pag-extend ng BARMM (transition period).
Bangsamoro Government
JTFC Wages Intensified Military Operations Against Peace Spoilers in South Upi, Maguindanao
Troops belonging to the 57th Infantry Battalion of the 6th Infantry (KAMPILAN) Division conducted continuous intensified focused military operations against lawless elements in South Upi, Maguindanao on February 9, 2021.
Kalinaw News
4 notorious gunmen surrender in Datu Blah Sinsuat town
Four gunmen men tagged in criminal activities in Datu Blah Sinsuat town surrendered to the police Wednesday.Brig. Gen. Samuel Rodriguez of the Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region told reporters Norodin Sinsuat and followers Thong Usman, Amil Sla and Esmael Mohammad yielded through the intercession of the Datu Blah Sinsuat police and the municipal peace and order council.
NDBC News
LANAO PROVINCES
Loose firearms surrendered in Lanao del Sur
A total of eight loose firearms were turned over by the local barangays of Marawi City, Lanao del Sur to Army’s 82nd Infantry Battalion in Brgy. Kilala, Marawi City around 9:30 in the morning, Tuesday, February 09, 2021.
Kalinaw News
BASILAN
SULU
Philippine Navy rescues 3 fishermen in Sulu Sea
THE Naval Forces Western Mindanao's (NFWM) Naval Task Group NTG)-Sulu rescued three fishermen aboard a motorboat in distress in Sulu Sea, military officials said.
Sunstar Zamboanga
TAWI-TAWI
Coca-Cola recognizes 2 youth groups in NegOcc, Tawi-Tawi
Beverage firm Coca-Cola has given the Coke Barkada Award to two youth groups in Negros Occidental and Tawi-Tawi which championed improvements in their respective communities.
Philippine News Agency
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DRUGS
Operations/ Incidents
Ex-Marine yields P1.3-M shabu in Makati buy-bust
A retired member of the Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) yielded PHP1.3 million worth of shabu in an anti-drug operation in Makati City, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) said on Wednesday.
Philippine News Agency
High value targets nabbed with P150-K shabu in CamNorte
Police anti-illegal drug operatives on Tuesday night arrested two high-value targets (HTVs) with PHP150,000 worth of shabu in Daet town in Camarines Norte.
Philippine News Agency
Recovery and Rehabilitation
37 drug surrenderers finish rehab program in Pampanga
Some 37 drug surrenderers graduated on Wednesday from the city’s community-based rehabilitation program.
Philippine News Agency
ILLICIT FIREARMS, EXPLOSIVES, AND AMMUNITION
CROSS-BORDER TRADING/ SMUGGLING/ COUNTERFEIT GOODS
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
KIDNAPPING/ ABDUCTION
ILLEGAL GAMBLING
ILLICIT FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS/ EXTORTION
Fake NBI employee nabbed for extortion
Agents of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) arrested a man posing as an employee of the agency and extorted money from a clearance applicant.
Philippine News Agency
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PCOO exec calls for better ways to depict IPs
An official of the Presidential Communications Operation Office (PCOO) has called on concerned agencies to come up with better ways on how to depict the indigenous peoples in the country.
Philippine News Agency
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Press Freedom/ Freedom of expression
On the lies of the AFP, Tiglao, and Samonte
Rigoberto Tiglao and Mauro Gia Samonte of the Manila Times are so persistent in fabricating lies against the Ninoy Aquino and the CPP that many people ask whether they are paid not only by the Manila Times and the Macapagal-Arroyo interest group but also by US and Philippine intelligence agencies and by the Duterte and Marcos interest groups. Others claim that Tiglao and Samonte deliberately make their lies so brazen and obvious to caricature the position of their paymasters and actually favor the CPP and the memory of Ninoy Aquino who was persecuted and martyred in the course of fighting the Marcos fascist dictatorship. Most people think that Tiglao and Samonte are hacks and low-life entrepreneurs who try to benefit from as many paymasters as possible
National Democratic Front of the Philippines
Groups slam Duterte’s personal vendetta vs ABS-CBN, challenge Congress to prove independence
Groups condemned Rodrigo Duterte’s latest tirade against ABS-CBN, saying the President only proved vindictiveness in announcing he will defy Congress should it pass a new franchise law for the network.
Kodao Productons
Martial Law
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COVID-19
Cases
COVID-19 cases in PH reach 541,560; add'l deaths at 114
The Philippines' total COVID-19 cases climbed to 541,560 on Wednesday after the Department of Health (DOH) reported 1,345 new infections.
ABS- CBN News
Department of Health
IATF/NTF COVID-19
All is set for arrival of vaccines
It’s all systems go for the arrival of COVID-19 vaccines in the Philippines, an official of the Bureau of Customs (BOC) said yesterday.
Philippine Star
Gov’t holds full-scale simulation for Covid vaccine arrival
This was the consensus of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF EID) and the National Task Force (NTF) Against Covid-19 officials who took part in a full-scale simulation exercise on Tuesday as the government gears up for the arrival of the Covid-19 vaccines.
Philippine News Agency
No immediate easing of restrictions even after vaccine rollout
The national government will not be easing quarantine classifications immediately after it kicks off its Covid-19 vaccination drive, a Palace official said Wednesday.
Philippine News Agency
NITAG to decide on inclusion of athletes in vax priority list
The interim National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG) will decide on appeals to include in the Covid-19 vaccine priority list Filipino athletes and other delegates who will be competing in the Tokyo Summer Olympics and the Southeast Asian Games in Hanoi this year, a Palace official said Wednesday.
Philippine News Agency
Regions
Luzon including NCR
Valenzuela amends local laws; tightens health protocols
The city government of Valenzuela announced Wednesday that it has amended some of its ordinances to tighten its health safety standards and protocols in communities.
Philippine News Agency
Makati gets 42 refs, lab freezers for vaccines
The city government of Makati has procured some 42 biomedical refrigerators and laboratory freezers to ensure proper management and storage of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) vaccines.
Philippine News Agency
Visayas
7 LGUs in NegOcc log zero active Covid-19 cases
Seven towns and cities in Negros Occidental have zero active cases of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) as of Feb. 9, based on the report released by the provincial government on Wednesday afternoon.
Philippine News Agency
Mindanao
21 inmates in Koronadal City contract COVID-19; jail visitation suspended
At least 21 detainees of the city police station here have been tested positive for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), prompting the suspension of visiting privileges for inmates to contain the spread of the virus, a police official said Wednesday.
MindaNews
World
WHO recommends use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine as two-dose shot, 8 to 12 weeks apart
The World Health Organization on Wednesday released its interim recommendations for using the Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in people 18 and older. The new guidance was developed based on advice issued by its Strategic Advisory Group of Experts (SAGE) on Immunization.
CNN
About 1 in 10 Americans have gotten at least their first COVID-19 shot. But supply challenges remain
About one in 10 Americans -- nearly 32.9 million people --- have so far received at least a first dose of the two-part COVID-19 vaccines, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows, and about 9.8 million people have been fully vaccinated.
CNN
Diplomatic, Development and Private Sector
Australia ready to assist PH in vaccination program
The Australian Embassy in Manila expressed its readiness to assist the Philippine government in its Covid-19 inoculation program as the latter prepares to vaccinate those on its priority list, including medical front-liners.
Philippine News Agency
Media can help boost public trust in Covid-19 vaccine: Andanar
Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) Secretary Martin Andanar believes that the media can help boost the confidence of the public in the government’s vaccination program for Covid-19.
Philippine News Agency
Incidents and Violations
Editorial, Analysis, Opinion and Features
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
Duterte ready to work constructively with EU
President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday expressed readiness to work with the European Union (EU) for the “greater good” of the people as he accepted the credentials of newly-installed EU Ambassador to the Philippines Luc Véron.
Philippine News Agency
Panelo sees need for military participation in vaccine rollout
Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo on Wednesday emphasized the need for military participation in the delivery of Covid-19 vaccines in far-flung areas, stressing how communist rebels could easily ambush volunteers from humanitarian groups.
Philippine News Agency
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
German envoy meets Robredo to tackle COVID-19 response
The ambassador of Germany to the Philippines paid a courtesy visit to Vice President Leni Robredo on Wednesday, February 10, at the Quezon City Reception House.
Manila Bulletin
Herd immunity by 2023? Better earlier – Robredo
VICE President Leni Robredo yesterday said the government’s target of finishing its COVID-19 vaccination program by 2023 is a “cause for concern” because the Duterte administration should be striving to achieve herd immunity sooner.
Malaya
AUDIT, GRAFT, AND CORRUPTION
BUDGET, FINANCE, and TAXATION
From P1M to P100,000: BSP allows lower minimum for bank-managed investments
Filipinos will soon be able to have investments in banks’ trust departments, previously available only to high net worth individuals, after the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) lowered the minimum amount required to participate in so-called investment management activities.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
Landbank, DBP get P40-B equity for lending to recession-battered firms
Two government financial institutions (GFIs) have been fortified with a total of P40 billion in additional equity for lending to businesses hit hard by the pandemic-induced recession.
Philippine Daily Inquirer
BUSINESS, ECONOMY AND INVESTMENT
Vaccine rollout to have ‘positive’ impact on economy
Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo on Wednesday expressed confidence that the government’s mass vaccination program will yield a “positive” impact on the Philippine economy.
Philippine News Agency
Philippines may benefit from new globalization
THE PHILIPPINES could benefit substantially from the ongoing massive shift in global trade, with the services sector likely to see the most gains, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said. While the coronavirus pandemic and lockdowns disrupted global economy and trade, the ADB said Asia should adopt stronger trade liberalization and facilitation efforts so it can benefit from economies realigning their supply chain networks.
Business World
MSMEs urged to tap COVID-19 loans
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is urging micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to avail of a lending program which has approved P2.35 billion worth of loans to help businesses recover and strengthen their operations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Philippine Star
BUILD, BUILD, BUILD and PUBLIC WORKS
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
Economic recovery sans Charter change
The economic crisis created by the Covid-19 pandemic calls for urgent policy responses from the government to support households and businesses trying to stay afloat.
Business Mirror
DISASTER AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE
PH could lose P177B a year due to typhoons, earthquakes
The Philippines risks suffering from P177 billion in annual losses due to typhoons and earthquakes, making climate change-related program a must for the government, according to Paola Alvarez, finance assistant secretary.
Malaya
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
DOJ sees 'win-win solution' in water deal reviews
Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra on Wednesday said he sees a 'win-win' deal for all parties concerned under the revised water concession agreement being discussed by the government with water concessionaires.
Philippine News Agency
DEFENSE AND SECURITY
Armed Forces of the Philippines
Philippine National Police
EDUCATION
INFORMATION, COMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY
ELECTION RELATED
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Package-free store in Pangasinan town gains popularity
Pangasinan – Greener Option, a retail store in this town, is advocating a package-free shopping experience that is both beneficial to the environment and its customers.
Philippine News Agency
LABOR
DOLE eyes to free 630K kids from child labor by 2022
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Wednesday vowed relentless efforts to achieve its goal of freeing over 600,000 children from child labor by next year.
Philippine News Agency
32K Benguet residents to benefit from TUPAD this year
Around 32,000 people whose income have been affected by the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic will benefit from the PHP160 million Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa Ating Disadvantaged/Displaced Workers (TUPAD) allocation of the province’s congressional caretaker.
Philippine News Agency
LEGISLATIVE
Senate of the Philippines
Solon backs Davao bid for chocolate, cacao capital title
Senator Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa expressed support for the move to recognize Davao City as the chocolate capital and Davao Region as the cacao capital of the country.
Philippine News Agency
House of Representatives
Velasco wants to expedite purchase of Covid-19 vaccines
A measure seeking to expedite the purchase and administration of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) vaccines by authorizing local government units (LGUs) to directly purchase the life-saving shots in the most economical and expeditious manner has been filed at the House of Representatives.
Philippine News Agency
Solon urges Duterte to certify Bayanihan 3 bill as urgent
A lawmaker at the House of Representatives on Wednesday urged President Rodrigo Duterte to certify as urgent the PHP420-billion Bayanihan 3 bill to boost the country’s Covid-19 economic recovery.
Philippine News Agency
LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS (LGUs)
House move lets LGUs buy vax
Speaker Lord Allan Velasco has filed a bill to expedite the purchase and administration of COVID-19 vaccines by giving local government units (LGUs) the authority to directly purchase the life-saving shots from manufacturers without having to go through public bidding.
Manila Standard
OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
FOREIGN RELATIONS
Austin affirms commitment to US-PH mutual defense treaty
The United States, through the Pentagon, has affirmed its commitment to its defense alliance with the Philippines, particularly the Mutual Defense Treaty and the Visiting Forces Agreement.
Philippine News Agency
West Philippine Sea
FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
DA to hold food security summit: Palace
The Duterte government, through the Department of Agriculture (DA), has sought the conduct of a food security summit to discuss ways to address the current issues hounding the agriculture sector, Malacañang said on Wednesday.
Philippine News Agency
Tons of live hogs from South Cotabato arrives
Around 28 tons of live hogs from South Cotabato arrived on Wednesday in Antipolo City to augment supply of pork in the National Capital Region (NCR).
PTV News
DA-12 warns sanctions vs non-compliant retailers on pork SRP
The Department of Agriculture in Region 12 (DA-12) advised meat vendors and retailers on Wednesday to comply with the suggested retail price (SRP) for pork in the area to avoid possible sanctions.
Philippine News Agency
BFAR raises alarm on shellfish consumption in Visayas, Mindanao
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said on Wednesday there are some coastal areas in the country with shellfish and Acetes sp or "alamang" that are not safe for human consumption.
Philippine News Agency
HOUSING and SETTLEMENT
Buying a dream house? Check hazards first with Phivolcs’ improved hazard assessment app
Finding out if your location is prone to earthquakes or volcanic eruptions has become more handy and efficient with the launch of the second version of the HazardHunterPH mobile application.
Manila Bulletin
POVERTY
Youngest case of early pregnancy registered in NCR
The Civil Registry Statistics of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has revealed two registered live births from girls as young as 10 years old from the National Capital Region (NCR) and Region 4-A (Calabarzon), both of which have a relatively high population.
Philippine News Agency
SOCIAL WELFARE AND DEVELOPMENT
DSWD continues SAP distribution in Tarlac City
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) continued the distribution of the second tranche of the emergency cash subsidy under the social amelioration program (SAP) to its beneficiaries here.
Philippine News Agency
TRANSPORTATION
‘Don’t make up laws,’ Biazon tells LTO over face mask mix-up
MUNTINLUPA Rep. Ruffy Biazon yesterday took the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to task for insisting that drivers who are not wearing face masks inside their vehicles and allowing passengers to do the same are guilty of “reckless driving” because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Malaya
Gordon launches online complaint desk on LTO services
The public, especially the motorcycle owners, can now send their concerns and grievances on poor and unlawful services of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) through the online complaint desk launched by the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on Wednesday night.
Philippine News Agency
TOURISM
WATER and ENERGY
Meralco disqualifies 3 bidders for 1,800-MW supply contract
Manila Electric Co. said Wednesday three of nine bidders were disqualified from participating in the competitive selection process for the supply of 1,800 megawatts over a 20-year period.
Manila Standard
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