DAVAO CITY ---A police officer facing multiple charges for his social media posts in connection with the International Criminal Court's (ICC) case against former president Rodrigo Duterte will now undergo a neuropsychiatric exam, the Philippine National Police (PNP) announced on Tuesday. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo confirmed that Police Pat. Francis Steve … [Read more...] about Patrolman Fontillas to undergo neuropsychiatric exam, PNP Says
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CIDG seizes PHP 21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Davao del Sur
DAVAO CITY, Philippines – The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) seized an estimated PHP 21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Malalag town, Davao del Sur during a law enforcement operation on March 6, 2024. The CIDG Davao del Sur Provincial Field Unit conducted the operation, in coordination with the Malalag Municipal Police Station. Authorities launched … [Read more...] about CIDG seizes PHP 21 million worth of smuggled cigarettes in Davao del Sur
Ballot printing 63% complete for May 12 midterms-Comelec
Comelec-ballots.-PNA photo DAVAO CITY – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced Tuesday that over 45.6 million ballots—63.32 percent of the total 72,097,420 required—have been printed for the May 12 midterm elections. The Printing, which resumed on January 27 at the National Printing Office (NPO) in Quezon City, is being carried out in partnership with Miru … [Read more...] about Ballot printing 63% complete for May 12 midterms-Comelec
Chavez resigns as PCO chief, Jay Ruiz to serve as his successor
MANILA—Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Acting Secretary Cesar Chavez confirmed on Thursday that he resigned from his post and will vacate the office on Feb. 28 “or anytime earlier when my replacement is appointed.” In a statement, Chavez said he submitted his “irrevocable” resignation on Feb. 5 and had spoken to former journalist Jay Ruiz, who will serve as his … [Read more...] about Chavez resigns as PCO chief, Jay Ruiz to serve as his successor
Pimentel urges Senate to expedite VP Sara’s impeachment trial
DAVAO CITY—Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has urged Senate President Francis Escudero to act "forthwith" on Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, emphasizing the constitutional mandate for immediate proceedings. In a letter dated Feb. 14, which he shared with reporters on Tuesday, Pimentel cited Article XI, Section 3 of the 1987 Constitution. The … [Read more...] about Pimentel urges Senate to expedite VP Sara’s impeachment trial
