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In Case You Missed It: Did you know that two police officers in the Philippines were arrested for engaging in a fistfight inside the exclusive Ayala Alabang Village while working as private bodyguards for unidentified Chinese nationals?
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/cops-moonlighting-bodyguards-arrested-ayala-alabang-village-muntinlupa-city/
While ICC looms, House panel probes Duterteโs drug war killings for the first time
Lawmakers finally get around to asking questions about Rodrigo Duterteโs drug war, that have long been raised and exposed by the media, human rights advocates, and families of victims
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-panel-hearing-rodrigo-duterte-drug-war-killings-icc-looms/
[Just Saying] A reawakened Supreme Court?
There should be an understanding of why press freedom has an exalted position in the hierarchy of our constitutional liberties. The reason was not arbitrary or esoteric.
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https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/just-saying-reawakened-philippine-supreme-court/
Experts including Amal Clooney back ICCโs Khan on arrest warrant requests
Clooney and five other experts, including two former judges at criminal tribunals in The Hague, say they had been convened at Karim Khan's request in January to assess the material he provided them with and to offer legal advice
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https://www.rappler.com/world/middle-east/experts-amal-clooney-back-icc-khan-arrest-warrant-requests/
Experts including Amal Clooney back ICCโs Khan on arrest warrant requests Clooney and five other experts, including two former judges at criminal tribunals in The Hague, say they had been convened at Karim Khan's request in January to assess the material he provided them with and to offer legal advice Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/world/middle-east/experts-amal-clooney-back-icc-khan-arrest-warrant-requests/
How do you feel about the ICC prosecutor requesting arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders over the Gaza war?
๐ - Strongly disagree with the decision
๐ฎ - Surprised by the decision
๐ - Support the decision for justice
Inaction on Duterteโs drug war killings haunts Guevarra under Marcos
Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra โvehemently deniesโ that he was part of a cover-up during the Duterte administration. But how will he explain the lackluster performance of the much-touted drug war review panel?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/inaction-duterte-drug-war-killings-haunts-menardo-guevarra-under-marcos-jr/
Inaction on Duterteโs drug war killings haunts Guevarra under Marcos Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra โvehemently deniesโ that he was part of a cover-up during the Duterte administration. But how will he explain the lackluster performance of the much-touted drug war review panel? Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/inaction-duterte-drug-war-killings-haunts-menardo-guevarra-under-marcos-jr/
What steps do you think should be taken to address the lackluster performance of the drug war review panel led by Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra during his time as justice secretary, and how can accountability be ensured regarding the extrajudicial killings under the Duterte administration?
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that the hacker known as ph1ns breached the systems of the Philippine National Police, accessing and exfiltrating terabytes of data, including sensitive information from the Firearms and Explosives Office database? The breach led to the loss of 1.6 terabytes of data. The hacker also targeted the PNP Logistics Data Information and Management System before accessing the FEO database.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/technology/hacker-breaches-pnp-online-systems-series-attacks/
Groups: Members of Marcosโ human rights super body are โpart of the problemโ
The 'most fundamental defect' of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s newly-created committee is its composition, 11 civil society organizations say in a joint statement
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/civil-groups-statement-marcos-jr-human-rights-body-defend-composition/
Groups: Members of Marcosโ human rights super body are โpart of the problemโ The 'most fundamental defect' of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s newly-created committee is its composition, 11 civil society organizations say in a joint statement Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/civil-groups-statement-marcos-jr-human-rights-body-defend-composition/
How do you feel about the creation of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s 'super body' to address human rights issues in the Philippines?
๐ - Strongly disagree with the 'super body,' it will not address human rights issues effectively.
๐ - Neutral, unsure about the impact of the 'super body' on human rights.
๐ฒ - Surprised by the creation of the 'super body,' interested to see its outcomes.
Young man from Iligan nabbed with over P1M worth of shabu in Pagadian
The Pagadian police say the 19-year-old suspect from Northern Mindanao yielded 160 grams of suspected shabu during a buy-bust operation
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https://www.rappler.com/nation/mindanao/young-man-iligan-nabbed-shabu-pagadian/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that high-profile whistleblowers Arturo Lascaรฑas and Eduardo Acierto have been invited to a House inquiry to shed light on the massive illegal narcotics bust in Central Luzon regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte's drug war?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/lawmakers-invite-duterte-drug-war-whistleblowers-attend-house-probe-may-2024/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that the chief of police of Davao City was administratively relieved less than two months after assuming command due to an investigation into a series of shooting deaths of drug suspects in the city last March?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/nation/mindanao/davao-police-chief-richard-bad-ang-relieved-probe-drug-war-killings-begins/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that in Zamboanga City, Philippines, a drug suspect was arrested with 1.2 kilograms of suspected shabu worth P8.16 million, making it the third biggest drug haul in the city this month with a total value of illegal drugs seized reaching over P263 million so far in May?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/nation/mindanao/police-seize-shabu-worth-millions-zamboanga-may-24-2024/
Cleansing or political vendetta? 40 Davao City police officers ordered relieved
The police officers in Davao Region have been relieved from their posts to pave the way for the investigation of the seven suspected drug pushers in a recent buy-bust operation
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https://www.rappler.com/nation/mindanao/dozens-davao-city-police-officers-relieved-may-2024/
How do you feel about the recent shake-up within the Davao City Police Office?
๐ฎ - Surprised by the developments
๐ก - Angry about the situation
๐ค - Confused or unsure about what's happening
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that the Regional Personnel and Accounting Section (RPHAS) office, designed to accommodate seven personnel, is currently congested with 35 officers and personnel from the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) including relieved city police director Colonel Richard Bad-ang?
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https://www.rappler.com/nation/mindanao/relieved-davao-cops-report-pnp-holding-office/
Quiboloyโs security aide surrenders firearms
Cresente 'Enteng' Canada, barangay chair of Tamayong, turns over 21 firearms to authorities in fugitive Apollo Quiboloy's Kingdom of Jesus Christ Compound in Davao City
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/apollo-quiboloy-security-aide-surrenders-firearms/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know only one out of the 52 cases from the drug war reinvestigation led to a criminal conviction for murder of a policeman in the Philippines?
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/investigative/drug-war-reinvestigation-deceptive-for-victims/
Abante says drug war victimsโ families being afraid to speak publicly is โpreposterous.โ He is wrong.
Maybe the legislator can benefit from a crash course on dealing with trauma and not blame the victims' families if they do not want to speak in public
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/benny-abante-drug-war-victims-fear-public-speaking-preposterous-wrong-june-2024/
Abante says drug war victimsโ families being afraid to speak publicly is โpreposterous.โ He is wrong. Maybe the legislator can benefit from a crash course on dealing with trauma and not blame the victims' families if they do not want to speak in public Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/benny-abante-drug-war-victims-fear-public-speaking-preposterous-wrong-june-2024/
What do you believe is the best approach for ensuring justice and support for victims of traumatic experiences, taking into consideration their individual capacities and needs?
House invites Davao cops who led stations with high drug war killings
Unlike some 'Davao Boys,' the House does not invite former president Duterte to the next hearing, but rather just 'informs' him
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-invites-davao-cops-led-stations-high-drug-war-killings/
House invites Davao cops who led stations with high drug war killings Unlike some 'Davao Boys,' the House does not invite former president Duterte to the next hearing, but rather just 'informs' him Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-invites-davao-cops-led-stations-high-drug-war-killings/
How do you feel about the ongoing probe into the drug war under former president Rodrigo Duterte?
๐ - Angry - Disagree with the probe
๐ - Neutral - No strong feelings about the probe
๐ฎ - Surprised - Interested in the probe
Marcos wants creation of PNP legal body to defend cops vs cases
A similar program, which sought to provide legal service to the PNP, was already recommended during the previous administration
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/marcos-jr-wants-creation-pnp-legal-body-defend-cops-cases/
Marcos wants creation of PNP legal body to defend cops vs cases A similar program, which sought to provide legal service to the PNP, was already recommended during the previous administration Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/marcos-jr-wants-creation-pnp-legal-body-defend-cops-cases/
What are your thoughts on the proposal to establish a legal department within the Philippine National Police to provide legal assistance and defense for police officers facing complaints?
Will the House drug war hearings yield anything substantial?
There were low points of badgering the human rights community, extended periods of fixation over publicly-available information, but the victims' counsel says it's still worth to 'put some of our eggs in this basket'
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/summary-house-drug-war-hearings-human-rights-committee-anything-substantial/
Will the House drug war hearings yield anything substantial? There were low points of badgering the human rights community, extended periods of fixation over publicly-available information, but the victims' counsel says it's still worth to 'put some of our eggs in this basket' Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/summary-house-drug-war-hearings-human-rights-committee-anything-substantial/
Do you believe that ongoing inquiries into the Duterte administration's war on drugs are truly aimed at seeking justice for the victims, or are there other motives at play?
FACT CHECK: Posts on PNP job openings for K to 12 graduates are fake
To become a uniformed member of the Philippine National Police, applicants must have a bachelorโs degree and be between the ages of 21 and 30
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/fact-check/fake-pnp-job-openings-senior-high-school-graduates/
4 years later, 7 arrested anti-terror law activists, bystander still face legal battle
Activists remember the โCebu 8โ arrests with a protest and banner display at University of the Philippines Cebu campus
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/arrested-anti-terror-law-activists-bystander-still-face-legal-battle-years-later/
4 years later, 7 arrested anti-terror law activists, bystander still face legal battle Activists remember the โCebu 8โ arrests with a protest and banner display at University of the Philippines Cebu campus Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/arrested-anti-terror-law-activists-bystander-still-face-legal-battle-years-later/
What are your thoughts on the balance between public health measures during a pandemic and protecting constitutional rights, particularly regarding the right to peaceably assemble?
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that Colonel Lito E. Patay, a police officer under Rodrigo Duterte's administration, was brought to Congress to be questioned about extrajudicial killings by the Philippine National Police? He was assigned to Station 6 in Quezon City where, within a few months, the death toll reached 108, the highest in the city. Despite the damning Reuters report, Patay and his group faced no interruptions in their police career, and even received promotions. Patay, known for his 'special kill skills,' had an infamous reputation back in Davao.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/the-slingshot-duterte-and-bato-dela-rosa-favored-cop-lito-patay/
Hontiveros to PNP: Keep manhunt free from Quiboloy, Duterte influence
A former president of an association of criminologists says the police commanders involved in the manhunt should explain why the operations were carried out without them knowing where their targets were
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/hontiveros-appeal-police-manhunt-quibuloy/
Hontiveros to PNP: Keep manhunt free from Quiboloy, Duterte influence A former president of an association of criminologists says the police commanders involved in the manhunt should explain why the operations were carried out without them knowing where their targets were Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/hontiveros-appeal-police-manhunt-quibuloy/
What are your thoughts on the recent police operations involving the arrest of Kingdom of Jesus Christ leader Apollo Quiboloy and his associates?
โImmenseโ scale of Gaza killings amount to crime against humanity, UN inquiry says
Israel's diplomatic mission to the UN in Geneva rejects the findings, while Hamas did not immediately respond to a request for comment
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https://www.rappler.com/world/middle-east/united-nations-inquiry-gaza-killings-crime-against-humanity/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that during a 'welfare check' by operatives of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission on a POGO in Porac, Pampanga, supposed Chinese service uniforms, including one with a logo of the Chinese People's Armed Police, were found in the POGO premises, raising questions about potential ties to Chinese officialdom and intricate networks of POGO operators?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/voices/newsletters/pogo-mysteries/
Davao Region police chief relieved from post
General Martinezโs relief from his position is reportedly connected to the June 10 raids conducted about the ongoing legal proceedings against Apollo Quiboloy
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/davao-region-police-chief-aligre-martinez-relieved-june-2024/
Davao Region police chief relieved from post General Martinezโs relief from his position is reportedly connected to the June 10 raids conducted about the ongoing legal proceedings against Apollo Quiboloy Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/davao-region-police-chief-aligre-martinez-relieved-june-2024/
How do you feel about the PNP XI Regional Director being relieved from his post?
๐ฎ - Surprised - I didn't expect this change.
๐ก - Angry - I disagree with the decision.
๐ - Neutral - I need more information to form an opinion.
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that twelve officers and personnel from the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) and the Special Action Force (SAF) stationed in Davao City were relieved of their duties and reassigned to Calabarzon as part of ongoing administrative adjustments within the Philippine National Police (PNP)?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/cidg-saf-officers-davao-city-relieved-reassigned-calabarzon-june-2024/
Quezon City police file more criminal complaints vs transport group head
The criminal complaints against Manibela chairperson Mar Valbuena and Manibela president Regie Manlapig stem from a transport protest organized by the group from June 10 to 12
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/metro-manila/quezon-city-police-file-more-criminal-complaints-mar-valbuena/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that authorities seized around P14.5 million worth of suspected shabu in Zamboanga City, leading to the arrest of 5 individuals and the death of a suspect named Jabar Pidlasi?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/cops-kill-suspect-arrest-others-zamboanga-june-2024/
Drug war victimsโ families to House panel: Probe Duterte
Families say it's ridiculous that legislators are unaware of the violence under Duterte's drug war. 'Dati pa po kaming nagsasalita, baka sila lang iyong hindi nakikinig,' says a member of one of these families.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/drug-war-victims-families-message-house-representatatives-probe-rodrigo-duterte/
Drug war victimsโ families to House panel: Probe Duterte Families say it's ridiculous that legislators are unaware of the violence under Duterte's drug war. 'Dati pa po kaming nagsasalita, baka sila lang iyong hindi nakikinig,' says a member of one of these families. Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/drug-war-victims-families-message-house-representatatives-probe-rodrigo-duterte/
What are your thoughts on the recent House of Representatives probe into extrajudicial killings under the Duterte administration and the testimonies of families of victims like Sheerah Escudero?
In Diego Belloโs Siargao paradise, his parents want to believe in justice
Police wanted custody of the island cops who killed Spaniard Diego Lafuente Bello in 2020 in the name of Duterte's war on drugs
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/diego-lafuente-bello-murder-case-siargao-drug-war/
In Diego Belloโs Siargao paradise, his parents want to believe in justice Police wanted custody of the island cops who killed Spaniard Diego Lafuente Bello in 2020 in the name of Duterte's war on drugs Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/diego-lafuente-bello-murder-case-siargao-drug-war/
What are your thoughts on the challenges faced by parents seeking justice for their son in a foreign country's legal system?
[WATCH] Silent Tragedy: Epekto ng war on drugs sa mga bilangguan
Lubhang mas maraming namamatay sa kulungan habang ang sala ay hindi pa napatutunayan
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/video-silent-tragedy-duterte-drug-war-impact-jails-prisons/
[WATCH] Silent Tragedy: Epekto ng war on drugs sa mga bilangguan Lubhang mas maraming namamatay sa kulungan habang ang sala ay hindi pa napatutunayan Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/video-silent-tragedy-duterte-drug-war-impact-jails-prisons/
What are your thoughts on the impact of the war on drugs in the Philippines on the lives of individuals caught in the justice system?
In latest drug war conviction, prosecutor was of no help, say private lawyers
NUPL says District City Prosecutor Darwin Caรฑete 'just sat and watched the proceedings with a gaping mouth waiting for the fruit to fall'
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/prosecutor-no-help-drug-war-conviction-caloocan/
Around 30k people were killed in the name of Duterte's drug war. But, we only have 4 convictions and only 8 cops were sentenced to be jailed. The latest victory, the Bonifacio case, could be our last conviction. This is our harrowing reality. My latest in-depth report:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/bonifacio-case-4th-conviction-drug-war-could-be-last/
Possible face-off? House invites both Duterte, De Lima to drug war probe
Aside from Duterte and De Lima, the House also invites PNP chief-turned-Senator Bato Dela Rosa, who first implemented Duterte's drug war
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-invites-rodrigo-duterte-de-lima-drug-war-probe/
Possible face-off? House invites both Duterte, De Lima to drug war probe Aside from Duterte and De Lima, the House also invites PNP chief-turned-Senator Bato Dela Rosa, who first implemented Duterte's drug war Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-invites-rodrigo-duterte-de-lima-drug-war-probe/
What are your thoughts on the House of Representatives inviting both former president Rodrigo Duterte and former senator Leila de Lima to attend the inquiry into drug war-related killings?
Abante scolds cops for taking photos of drug war families during hearing
The lawmakers also issue a show cause order to former solicitor general Jose Calida and former PNP OIC Vicente Danao following their absence in the congressional probe
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/abante-scolds-cops-taking-photos-drug-war-families-house-hearing-june-26-2024/
Abante scolds cops for taking photos of drug war families during hearing The lawmakers also issue a show cause order to former solicitor general Jose Calida and former PNP OIC Vicente Danao following their absence in the congressional probe Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/abante-scolds-cops-taking-photos-drug-war-families-house-hearing-june-26-2024/
What do you think should be the appropriate measures to ensure the protection and well-being of drug war victims' families during congressional hearings?
In Case You Missed It: Did you know Leila de Lima spent her entire Senate term in detention and almost lost her life after being held hostage under police custody in 2022?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/leila-de-lima-duterte-you-failed-to-break-me-still-standing/
LIST: Officials who admitted post-Duterte that drug war was abusive
President Marcos himself admitted last year there were some abuses in the drug war launched by his predecessor
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/iq/list-officials-admitted-post-rodrigo-duterte-administration-drug-war-abusive/
LIST: Officials who admitted post-Duterte that drug war was abusive President Marcos himself admitted last year there were some abuses in the drug war launched by his predecessor Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/iq/list-officials-admitted-post-rodrigo-duterte-administration-drug-war-abusive/
How do you feel about the House probe into former president Duterte's drug war?
๐ - Supportive of the probe to uncover the truth and hold people accountable.
๐ก - Angry about the delayed investigation and the human rights violations that occurred.
๐ฒ - Surprised by the revelations and the dynamic shift in politics.
Authorities raid alleged private residence of Porac POGO โbig bossesโ
Authorities comb through three mansions, including a hidden indoor firing range and an underground tunnel, located less than five kilometers from the Lucky South 99 POGO hub in Porac
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/authorities-raid-alleged-private-residence-porac-pogo-big-bosses-july-6-2024/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that nineteen people were injured in an explosion during the disposal of seized firecrackers in Zamboanga City? The injured included police officers, Coast Guard personnel, firefighters, and Marines.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/many-people-hurt-firecracker-disposal-goes-awry-zamboanga-june-8-2024/
LOOK: Police inspect mansions, villas allegedly owned by Porac POGO โbig bossesโ
The two-hectare compound in Barangay Siรฑura is believed to be owned by the 'big bosses' of Philippine offshore gaming operator Lucky South 99 Outsourcing Incorporated
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/pnp-inspects-mansions-villas-allegedly-owned-pogo-bosses-porac-pampanga/
LOOK: Police inspect mansions, villas allegedly owned by Porac POGO โbig bossesโ The two-hectare compound in Barangay Siรฑura is believed to be owned by the 'big bosses' of Philippine offshore gaming operator Lucky South 99 Outsourcing Incorporated Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/pnp-inspects-mansions-villas-allegedly-owned-pogo-bosses-porac-pampanga/
What are your thoughts on the increasing presence of offshore gaming operators and the associated illicit activities in various regions?
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that an alleged leader of a separatist group wanted in India for serious crimes was arrested in Bacolod, Philippines? The suspect, Joginder Geong, also known as Kant Gupta, was apprehended by police and immigration operatives in his rented house in Bacolod after a tip from a concerned citizen through a police hotline.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/indian-fugitive-khalistan-group-arrested-bacolod/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that the Zamboanga city government criticized the Philippine National Police for 'unacceptable negligence' after an explosion during the disposal of seized fireworks, resulting in 32 people injured and more than two dozen families affected?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/zamboanga-city-hall-slams-pnp-fireworks-disposal-explosion-injuries/
New Davao City police director Patay replaced after 4 hours and 38 minutes
Designated as OIC city police chief is Colonel Sherwin Butil
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/new-davao-city-police-director-lito-patay-replaced-hours-assuming-post-july-10-2024/
New Davao City police director Patay replaced after 4 hours and 38 minutes Designated as OIC city police chief is Colonel Sherwin Butil Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/new-davao-city-police-director-lito-patay-replaced-hours-assuming-post-july-10-2024/
How do you feel about the sudden recall of the newly installed Davao City Police Office Director after only 4 hours and 38 minutes?
๐ฎ - Surprised! Didn't expect such a short tenure.
๐ - Disheartened. Concerned about stability and effectiveness of local law enforcement.
๐ค - Curious. Wondering about the impact on peace and order in Davao City.
Court orders arrest of cop who drove vehicle that ran over protesters in 2016
Police Staff Sergeant Franklin Kho faces three counts of attempted homicide because of the incident
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/manila-court-orders-arrest-cop-drove-vehicle-protesters-2016/
Court orders arrest of cop who drove vehicle that ran over protesters in 2016 Police Staff Sergeant Franklin Kho faces three counts of attempted homicide because of the incident Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/manila-court-orders-arrest-cop-drove-vehicle-protesters-2016/
What are your thoughts on the court's decision to order the arrest of the cop who drove the police vehicle that ran over activists during the 2016 rally?
How serious is the Marcos government about amending the anti-drug law?
The President, who was supposed to give the keynote speech, skips a United Nations-led summit in Manila
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/how-serious-marcos-jr-government-amending-anti-drug-law/
How serious is the Marcos government about amending the anti-drug law? The President, who was supposed to give the keynote speech, skips a United Nations-led summit in Manila Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/how-serious-marcos-jr-government-amending-anti-drug-law/
What are your thoughts on the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Law in the Philippines and the efforts to reform the country's anti-drug campaign?
4 arrested in Negros Occidental for smuggling P3.8M in cigarettes from Zamboanga
The Negros Occidental police intensify their operations to prevent the province from being turned into a dumping ground for cigarettes smuggled into the country via the southern backdoor
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/negros-occidental-smuggling-cigarettes-zamboanga/
4 arrested in Negros Occidental for smuggling P3.8M in cigarettes from Zamboanga The Negros Occidental police intensify their operations to prevent the province from being turned into a dumping ground for cigarettes smuggled into the country via the southern backdoor Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/negros-occidental-smuggling-cigarettes-zamboanga/
How do you feel about the authorities intercepting nearly P4 million in contraband cigarettes in Negros Occidental?
๐ - Impressed with the authorities' actions
๐ฒ - Shocked by the large amount of contraband cigarettes
๐ค - Curious about the prevalence of smuggling in the area
How Marcos explained his veto of PNP restructuring bill
Marcos blocks the passage of a bill seeking to reorganize the country's police force, saying the measure runs counter to the government's rightsizing strategy, and has confusing provisions, among others
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/why-marcos-vetoed-bill-restructuring-philippine-national-police-july-2024/
How Marcos explained his veto of PNP restructuring bill Marcos blocks the passage of a bill seeking to reorganize the country's police force, saying the measure runs counter to the government's rightsizing strategy, and has confusing provisions, among others Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/why-marcos-vetoed-bill-restructuring-philippine-national-police-july-2024/
How do you feel about President Marcos Jr. blocking the bill to reorganize the Philippine National Police?
โ - Strongly disagree with the decision
๐ค - Have mixed feelings about the decision
๐ - Agree with the decision
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that despite being involved in a tokhang operation in 2017 that killed four of his friends, Efren Morillo survived by playing dead and rolling down a hill to find help? Morillo is now fighting a judicial battle to hold the policemen who almost shot him to death accountable.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/tokhang-survivor-cheated-death-going-all-out-charge-duterte-cops/
[The Slingshot] Lito Patayโs 4 hours and 38 minutes of infamy
There is a standing order from Malacaรฑang to rid the PNP of Duterte boys. Letโs face it โ the PNP has deteriorated into a criminal institution under Rodrigo Duterte.
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https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/the-slingshot-lito-patay-hours-minutes-infamy/
Drug war cop who headed Davao City police for only 4 hours was Basteโs pick
A Davao City resolution reveals that 'Patay was the pick of Davao City Mayor Sebastian Baste Duterte, while Marantan was not even on the short list presented before him'
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/lito-patay-davao-city-police-replaced-hours-after-baste-duterte-pick/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that out of the 30,000 estimated people killed during Rodrigo Duterte's campaign against illegal drugs, the Philippine National Police admitted to killing 7,000 in legitimate anti-drug operations? However, only 52 cases were revived for reinvestigation in 2020, with most cases being closed without the filing of a criminal complaint.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/investigative/rodrigo-duterte-drug-war-killings-reinvestigation-cases-closed-no-action/
Marcosโ drug war not as โbloodlessโ as he claims in SONA 2024
There are at least 701 drug-related killings during the first two years of the Marcos administration with at least 283 committed by state agents, according to the Dahas Project
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/marcos-jr-claims-drug-war-bloodless-sona-2024/
Marcosโ drug war not as โbloodlessโ as he claims in SONA 2024 There are at least 701 drug-related killings during the first two years of the Marcos administration with at least 283 committed by state agents, according to the Dahas Project Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/marcos-jr-claims-drug-war-bloodless-sona-2024/
How do you feel about Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s anti-illegal drug campaign as described in the article?
๐ก - Angry - I disagree with his 'bloodless' claims and the reported killings.
๐ข - Sad - The number of drug-related killings is concerning and saddening.
๐ฑ - Shocked - The lack of accountability and ICC involvement is alarming.
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In Case You Missed It: Did you know that during a recent House session, Philippine National Police chief General Rommel Francisco Marbil struggled to differentiate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s anti-narcotics campaign from his predecessor's, leading lawmakers to compare police operations in the first two years of the respective administrations?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/pnp-chief-marbil-struggles-comparing-drug-war-duterte-marcos-jr-house-hearing/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know former senator Leila de Lima made her first appearance before the House human rights committee during the inquiry into former president Rodrigo Duterte's drug war on July 29, after being jailed for nearly seven years and released in November the previous year?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/key-moments-highlights-house-probe-duterte-drug-war-july-2024/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that former senator Leila de Lima was warmly welcomed at the House of Representatives, eight years after being vilified by the same chamber during the previous administration? Despite facing misogynistic attacks and unjust imprisonment, she is now being acknowledged for her expertise in investigating vigilante killings under former president Rodrigo Duterte's leadership.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/house-representatives-reception-leila-de-lima-drug-war-probe-years-since-sham-inquiry/
Sara Duterte appeals for protection of family from any form of โviolenceโ
'Huwag ninyong payagan ang anumang karahasan sa aking ina, asawa, at apat na anak, personal man o sa internet,' says the Vice President
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/sara-duterte-seeks-family-protection-after-recall-cops-security-detail/
Sara Duterte appeals for protection of family from any form of โviolenceโ 'Huwag ninyong payagan ang anumang karahasan sa aking ina, asawa, at apat na anak, personal man o sa internet,' says the Vice President Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/sara-duterte-seeks-family-protection-after-recall-cops-security-detail/
How do you feel about the security detail issue involving Vice President Sara Duterte?
๐ - Angry - I think it's unfair for her security detail to be reduced
๐ฎ - Surprised - I didn't know the situation was this serious
๐ก - Frustrated - I believe her safety should be a top priority
ICC prosecutor requests to talk with Philippine officials โunder suspicionโ
ICC's Prosecutor Office tells Rappler that in its investigations, 'it seeks to engage all relevant stakeholders including national authorities'
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/icc-prosecutor-requests-talk-officials-under-suspicion-drug-war/
ICC prosecutor requests to talk with Philippine officials โunder suspicionโ ICC's Prosecutor Office tells Rappler that in its investigations, 'it seeks to engage all relevant stakeholders including national authorities' Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/icc-prosecutor-requests-talk-officials-under-suspicion-drug-war/
How do you feel about the ICC requesting an interview with Philippine officials under suspicion in the war on drugs investigation?
๐ฎ - Surprised
๐ก - Angry
๐ - Confused
10 Chinese POGO workers rescued in Clark
Authorities believe the Chinese men are victims of human trafficking who previously worked in the POGO Lucky South 99 in Porac
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/luzon/chinese-pogo-workers-rescued-clark-freeport-zone-pampanga-july-2024/
Before Duterteโs POGO, Cagayan had โi-Gaming.โ Where did it go wrong?
A report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime links casino syndicates to a company based in CEZA
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https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/before-rodrigo-duterte-pogo-cagayan-internet-gaming-where-did-go-wrong/
Before Duterteโs POGO, Cagayan had โi-Gaming.โ Where did it go wrong? A report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime links casino syndicates to a company based in CEZA Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/before-rodrigo-duterte-pogo-cagayan-internet-gaming-where-did-go-wrong/
What do you think should be the top priority in addressing the issues surrounding POGOs and illegal online gaming operations in the Philippines?
Why DOJ wonโt block possible Interpol arrest for ICC โsuspectsโ
'We are not in the business of blocking any movement of the Interpol,' says Justice Secretary Boying Remulla
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/why-doj-will-not-block-possible-interpol-arrest-icc-suspects-drug-war/
Why DOJ wonโt block possible Interpol arrest for ICC โsuspectsโ 'We are not in the business of blocking any movement of the Interpol,' says Justice Secretary Boying Remulla Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/explainers/why-doj-will-not-block-possible-interpol-arrest-icc-suspects-drug-war/
How do you feel about the Philippines' decision to allow Interpol to arrest ICC suspects despite not cooperating with the ICC?
๐ - I'm angry, they should cooperate fully with ICC!
๐ - I'm confused, it seems contradictory to not cooperate with ICC but allow Interpol to make arrests.
๐ - I'm happy, it's good to see the Philippines allowing Interpol to do its job in international crime fighting.
[WATCH] Inside Track: Who fired the Bamban POGO raiding team?
It's because of this team from the PNP-CIDG that Mayor Alice Guo and her business partners were busted
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/video-inside-track-who-fired-bamban-pogo-police-raiding-team/
[WATCH] Inside Track: Who fired the Bamban POGO raiding team? It's because of this team from the PNP-CIDG that Mayor Alice Guo and her business partners were busted Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/podcasts-videos/video-inside-track-who-fired-bamban-pogo-police-raiding-team/
How do you feel about the actions taken against the PNP-CIDG team after assisting PAOCC in busting illegal POGO operators?
๐ก - Angry - They deserve better treatment for their efforts.
๐ฅ - Sad - It's unfair they faced punishments after a successful operation.
๐ค - Confused - Unsure why the team faced sackings and reassignments despite their commendable work.
LOOK: Jemboy Baltazarโs family remembers teen on 1st death anniversary
The teenager's family visits his grave to mark one year since he was killed by cops in Navotas City
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/photos-jemboy-baltazar-family-remembers-teen-death-anniversary/
LOOK: Jemboy Baltazarโs family remembers teen on 1st death anniversary The teenager's family visits his grave to mark one year since he was killed by cops in Navotas City Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/photos-jemboy-baltazar-family-remembers-teen-death-anniversary/
What are your thoughts on the handling of human rights cases involving law enforcement, such as the one described in the article?
[The Slingshot] The โsafest cityโ fiction of Davao City
The police doctored blotters that are instruments of crime index to make it appear no crimes happened in Davao City. Presto, you have a city that is the safest.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/the-slingshot-safest-city-fiction-davao-city/
[The Slingshot] The โsafest cityโ fiction of Davao City The police doctored blotters that are instruments of crime index to make it appear no crimes happened in Davao City. Presto, you have a city that is the safest. Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/the-slingshot-safest-city-fiction-davao-city/
How do you feel about the revelations in the article regarding the Duterte administration's anti-drug war?
๐ - Angry - It's enraging to know about the corruption and deceit surrounding the anti-drug war.
๐ฎ - Shocked - The extent of manipulation described in the article is surprising.
๐ - Disheartened - The level of corruption and abuse of power detailed in the article is saddening.
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that Vice President Sara Duterte's security detail consists of 358 soldiers and 31 police officers, totaling 389 security aides? This information was revealed during a Senate panel where questions arose about the reassignment of 75 police officers from her security team!
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/soldiers-cops-still-securing-sara-duterte-marbil-tells-senators/
Marbil says Quiboloyโs โhigh threatโ status justified simultaneous June 10 raids
'Fugitive Quiboloyโs blatant disregard of the law and mockery of the judicial process presented a formidable challenge to our security forces and the integrity of our criminal justice system,' says PNP chief General Rommel Marbil
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/marbil-says-apollo-quiboloy-high-threat-status-justified-simultaneous-raids/
Marbil says Quiboloyโs โhigh threatโ status justified simultaneous June 10 raids 'Fugitive Quiboloyโs blatant disregard of the law and mockery of the judicial process presented a formidable challenge to our security forces and the integrity of our criminal justice system,' says PNP chief General Rommel Marbil Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/marbil-says-apollo-quiboloy-high-threat-status-justified-simultaneous-raids/
How do you feel about the events surrounding the attempted arrest of Apollo Quiboloy?
๐ - Angry - I believe the authorities were justified in their actions
๐ฎ - Surprised - I am unsure about who was right in this situation
๐ข - Sad - I think there were violations of rights and excessive force used
Authorities uncover suspected shabu laboratory in Sarangani raid
The Saragani police say a Chinese living in General Santos City is suspected to be behind the operations in the raided compound
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/authorities-uncover-suspected-shabu-laboratory-sarangani-raid/
House forms โquad commโ to probe links between POGOs, EJKs, drugs, Chinese syndicates
A 'quad comm' led by four ranking House lawmakers will invite former president Duterte to attend its inquiry, but insists the congressional probe is not meant to politically target him
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-representatives-forms-quad-committee-probe-links-pogos-ejks-drugs-chinese-syndicates/
House forms โquad commโ to probe links between POGOs, EJKs, drugs, Chinese syndicates A 'quad comm' led by four ranking House lawmakers will invite former president Duterte to attend its inquiry, but insists the congressional probe is not meant to politically target him Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/house-representatives-forms-quad-committee-probe-links-pogos-ejks-drugs-chinese-syndicates/
How do you feel about the House forming a mega-panel to investigate the links between POGOs, Chinese syndicates, illegal drug trade, and extrajudicial killings?
๐ฎ - Surprised and intrigued
๐ค - Curious and contemplative
๐ก - Angry and concerned
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that Vice President Sara Duterte released a contra-State of the Nation Address speech, openly criticizing the government's leadership, declaring 'Filipinos deserve better'? This marked the first time she publicly criticized the government since resigning from the Marcos Cabinet.
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/inside-track/sara-duterte-swipe-marcos-jr-government-backfire/
In Case You Missed It: Did you know the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) property in Davao City has a vast underground complex with several elevator shafts, a network of tunnels, and an underground parking area, along with a hangar big enough to shelter four helicopters and two planes, complete with a taxiway leading straight to the Davao airport?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/mindanao/police-face-daunting-task-capturing-apollo-quiboloy-vast-intricate-davao-estate/
Metrobank Foundation names 2024 outstanding teachers, soldiers, police
PRESS RELEASE: Each awardee will receive one million pesos (net of tax) and the iconic 'The Flame' trophy
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https://www.rappler.com/bulletin-board/metrobank-foundation-outstanding-teachers-soldiers-police-2024/
Metrobank Foundation names 2024 outstanding teachers, soldiers, police PRESS RELEASE: Each awardee will receive one million pesos (net of tax) and the iconic 'The Flame' trophy Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/bulletin-board/metrobank-foundation-outstanding-teachers-soldiers-police-2024/
How do you feel about the 2024 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos awards?
๐ - Proud of their achievements and dedication! ๐
๐ - Happy for the recognition they deserve! ๐
๐ - Inspired by their commitment to public service! โจ
In Case You Missed It: Did you know that West Visayas State University (WVSU) and Putian National High School (PNHS) were among the 23 academic institutions in the Philippines where the New People's Army (NPA) was allegedly recruiting students, as per the Philippine National Police (PNP)?
Read the full article here:
https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/schools-deny-pnp-claims-npa-recruitment/
E911 National Office of PNP test runs cutting-edge next generation emergency response system
PRESS RELEASE: The NGA 911 call handling system will let the PNP respond to distress calls and provide emergency response in unprecedented speed with accurate pinpointing of location
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https://www.rappler.com/bulletin-board/e911-national-office-of-pnp-test-runs-cutting-edge-next-generation-emergency-response-system/
E911 National Office of PNP test runs cutting-edge next generation emergency response system PRESS RELEASE: The NGA 911 call handling system will let the PNP respond to distress calls and provide emergency response in unprecedented speed with accurate pinpointing of location Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/bulletin-board/e911-national-office-of-pnp-test-runs-cutting-edge-next-generation-emergency-response-system/
What do you think about the implementation of a cutting-edge 911 system by the Philippine National Police to enhance emergency response capabilities?
Five suspects fall as Bacolod police step up anti-drug campaign
Bacolod police chief Colonel Joeresty Coronica says authorities anticipate an increase in illegal drug trade activities ahead and during the city's MassKara Festival
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/suspects-fall-bacolod-police-step-up-anti-drug-campaign-august-11-2024/
Five suspects fall as Bacolod police step up anti-drug campaign Bacolod police chief Colonel Joeresty Coronica says authorities anticipate an increase in illegal drug trade activities ahead and during the city's MassKara Festival Read the full article here: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/visayas/suspects-fall-bacolod-police-step-up-anti-drug-campaign-august-11-2024/
What measures do you think can be taken to effectively combat the illegal drug trade in Bacolod City?
โQuite alarmingโ: Dela Rosa hits Remulla, Guevarra over recent ICC statements
The senator, however, maintains that he and former president Rodrigo Duterte are 'not afraid to face prosecution, even persecution'
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https://www.rappler.com/philippines/dela-rosa-hits-remulla-guevarra-icc-statements-drug-war-probe/