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SOUTH CHINA SEA, Philippines, Sept 24, 2023 (AFP) – Filipino fisherman Arnel Satam guns the motor of his tiny wooden boat as he makes a dash for the shallow waters of Scarborough Shoal in the disputed South China Sea, with Chinese coast guard speedboats in hot pursuit. In a high-seas chase lasting several minutes, Satam tries in vain to outrun the faster boats in the hope of slipping inside the ring of reefs controlled by […]
(Eagle News)–President Bongbong Marcos gave the assurance there was enough rice supply in the country. He acknowledged, however, that there are gaps in the distribution of the staple that need to be addressed by the government. “Sabi ng Department of Agriculture ay mas malaki ang ani natin ngayong taon na ito kaysa sa nakaraan kaya’t sa production side naman ay nagiging maayos. Ngunit kailangan nating ayusin ang sistema mula sa pagtanim, mula sa pagresearch and […]
(Eagle News)–Volcanic smog or vog continues to be observed over Taal Volcano, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said on Saturday, Sept. 23. PHIVOLCS said also monitored was an upwelling of hot volcanic fluids in the main crater lake and a plume 1800 meters tall. It reminded the public about the ban on the entry into Taal Volcano Island, especially in the main crater and Daang Kastila fissures, and the ban on occupancy and […]
(Eagle News)–The Department of Environment and Natural Resources said it strongly deplores the conduct of any activity that leads to the damage or destruction of coral reefs in the West Philippine Sea, as the agency expressed readiness to support any legal options the Philippines may pursue in the event of marine environment destruction. The DENR issued the statement after the Philippine military expressed suspicions about a harvesting of corals by China in Rozul Reef. The […]
(Eagle News) — The smog observed in Metro Manila cannot be fully attributed to Taal Volcano, a Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology official said. In a dzbb radio interview, PHIVOLCS’ Volcano Monitoring and Eruption Prediction Division head Mariton Bornas said a “thermal inversion” of the atmosphere was taking place, which also prevents pollutants from dissipating. “This is mainly vehicular emissions,” she added. In an advisory on Thursday afternoon, PHIVOLCS warned of a volcanic smog […]
In response to the hazardous volcanic smog emanating from Taal Volcano, the Philippine Supreme Court Public Information Office announces the suspension of work for all courts in Trece Martires City, General Trias City, and the Municipality of Tanza. This suspension will take effect starting at 12:00 P.M. today, September 22, 2023. Stay safe and stay tuned for further updates regarding this situation. WORK SUSPENSION: All courts in Trece Martires City, General Trias City and Municipality […]
In response to the volcanic sulfur dioxide emissions from Taal Volcano, Manila has taken precautionary measures. The Manila Public Information Office, following recommendations from the Manila DRRM Office, has announced the suspension of face-to-face afternoon classes for both public and private schools at all levels. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation. BREAKING: Per recommendation of the Manila DRRM Office, IN PERSON or FACE-TO-FACE afternoon classes in ALL LEVELS for both public and private […]
(Eagle News) — President Bongbong Marcos has certified as urgent a measure that explicitly defines the crime of agricultural sabotage and stipulates hefty penalties for violation of the same. In a letter addressed to Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, the President emphasized the need to facilitate the passage of Senate Bill No. 2432, which aims to repeal Republic Act No. 10845, or the Anti-Agricultural Smuggling Act of 2016. In his letter, the President said the […]
(Eagle News)–Authorities re-arrested on Tuesday, Sept. 19, a dismissed policeman convicted of the killing of an Armed Forces of the Philippines officer in the 1990s. The re-arrest of Joel Consuelo Villanueva by virtue of a warrant issued by Branch 56 of the Lucena Regional Trial Court came years after he escaped from the Orthopedic Hospital after conviction while undergoing a medical checkup, the PNP said. Prior to this, in 1995, he also managed to escape […]
(Eagle News)–The Philippines has registered a 7.874% crime rate drop this year, the Philippine National Police said. According to the PNP, this translates to 11,975 fewer incidents reported from January 1 to Sept. 17. Also seized in 34,496 operations was P7.2 billion worth of illegal drugs. Over 50,000–or 54,653—individuals were also arrested, including 56 wanted persons with a bounty on their head, and 34,404 firearms were seized and surrendered. “To ensure the safety and security […]
(Eagle News)–The Intertropical Convergence Zone is affecting Mindanao. As a result, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said Mindanao will have cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. Flashfloods or landslides due to moderate to at times heavy rains. Metro Manila and the rest of the country, meanwhile, will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms. The entire country will have light to moderate winds and slight […]
(Eagle News)–The Philippine National Police has investigated over 16,000 cybercrime cases from January to August. PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group Director Brigadier General Sydney Hernia said of the 16297 cybercrime cases, online scams were the most prevalent. The remaining top nine crimes reported were illegal access, computer-related identity theft, ATM/credit card fraud, threats, data interference, anti-photo and video voyeurism, computer-related fraud, and unjust vexation. Also investigated during the period were crimes involving the use of emerging technologies […]
