MANILA, Philippines — Cybercrimes rose by 21.8 percent in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period in 2023, according to the Philippine National Police (PNP). Citing data from the Anti-Cybercrime Group (ACG), PNP said the most prevalent cases were online selling scams, credit card fraud and investment scams. “The PNP will increase checkpoints and patrols while “cyber cops” focus on internet crimes,” the police organization added. In line with this, PNP chief Gen. Rommel Marbil announced an intensified drive against cybercrimes. “Marbil likewise encouraged the public to report any police abuse and reach through these hotlines:ADVERTISEMENTPNP Hotline: 117 or 911Anti-Cybercrime Group: (02) 414-1560Your subscription could not be saved.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 30, 2024 08:15 UTC
IN the commodification of language in migratory and nonmigratory contexts, it is necessary to be cognizant of the fact that the use of language itself can be the actual performance of labor. Language is a skill, and the ability to use language fluently and accurately to perform certain tasks is a valued one. Needless to say, these professions and occupations require high-level and above-average language skills and proficiency, as these jobs are usually exemplars of good language use in society. In this category, I include office clerks, in whose work language production is necessary for business meetings and correspondence, and child carers, in whose work language modeling is given to the children under their care. While not all jobs would require high levels of language proficiency, certainly language skills, once learned, could be useful in putting oneself in a much better position than the rest.
Source:Manila Times
June 30, 2024 04:03 UTC
WASHINGTON, D.C. — United States President Joe Biden's woeful performance in the presidential debate against his Republic rival Donald Trump has reignited questions about what would happen should the veteran Democrat step down as party flagbearer at the last minute. Such a high-risk political U-turn would be unprecedented in modern American election history. If Biden exits, the delegates would have to find a replacement. When asked about Biden potentially stepping aside, campaign communication director Michael Tyler told reporters aboard Air Force One there were "no conversations about that whatsoever." In 1992, Texas billionaire Ross Perot, running as an independent, managed to win nearly 19 percent of the popular vote.
Source:Manila Times
June 30, 2024 04:01 UTC
Sister Ailyn, a Salesian Sister, may seem like another ordinary nun, but her energy and passion for helping others truly sets her apart. Similar to the beloved movie character Sister Act, Sister Ailyn is always on the go, spreading hope and inspiration wherever she goes. Whether she is giving talks on agriculture farming to young students or lending a listening ear to farmers in need, Sister Ailyn's boundless energy knows no bounds. She travels often to various locations, always ready to reach out to those in need of guidance and support. She embodies the true spirit of a nun, dedicated to serving others and making a positive impact on the world.
Source:Manila Times
June 30, 2024 03:34 UTC
Priority measuresJust recently, leaders of both houses of Congress have committed to pass 20 priority bills within the remaining period of the current session. Basically, when profit margin grows, then a higher tax rate would be applied. Also included in the top 10 priority measures is the Reform to Philippine capital markets bill, including a tax cut on stock transactions. He also pointed out that the high tax rate on dividends received by foreign non-resident individuals also discouraged foreign investors from buying Philippine stocks. Also included in the top 10 priority measures are the proposed amendments to the Right-of-Way Act, amendments to the Electric Power Industry Reform Act or EPIRA, the CREATE MORE Act, amendments to the Foreign Investors’ Long-Term Lease Act and amendments to the Rice Tariffication Law.
Source:Philippine Star
June 29, 2024 23:39 UTC
A 31-year-old mother has been arrested for child abuse after she allegedly abandoned her two-year-old daughter at Sai Yee Street Children’s Playground in Mong Kok on Friday. Police said they received a report around 7 pm on Friday that a girl was found wandering the Mong Kok playground alone with no identity documents on her. Police added that the girl sustained no apparent injuries and was admitted to Kwong Wah Hospital for observation. The case was then passed to the Mong Kok district crime investigation team. After an in-depth investigation, officers arrested the girl’s 31-year-old mother in Mong Kok on Saturday for ill-treatment or neglect towards a child in her charge.
Source:The Standard
June 29, 2024 17:34 UTC
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on June 29, 2023 says he has yet to choose who will be the next head of the Department of Education (DepEd), admitting, "it is harder than I thought because we absolutely have to get it right." The President said he would announce by the end of the week the replacement of Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio as DepEd chief. Video by MPC Pool
Source:Manila Times
June 29, 2024 17:18 UTC
"These attacks underscore the need for continued cybersecurity investment and prioritization to combat the growing threat of cyberattacks." This will allow Filipino organizations to fix those vulnerabilities before a hacking group does their own scanning, according to the cybersecurity expert. AdvertisementCompanies, cybersecurity experts added, should also have security event monitoring in place and prioritize comprehensive and continuous employee cybersecurity training to equip staff to identify and avoid internal and external cyberthreats. The reactions from regional cybersecurity companies stemmed from the recent reports of the arrest last week of three people for hacking into private and government websites, banks and Facebook accounts. AdvertisementHowever, Deep Web Konek, a cybersecurity advocacy group, alleged that the data breach involved the personal data of 32 million Jollibee Group customers.
Source:Manila Times
June 29, 2024 16:14 UTC
A flooded street following heavy rains in Changsha.Photographer: STR/AFP/Getty ImagesChina warned of more rainstorms across the country, urging people to prepare for potential landslides as a prolonged bout of severe weather threatens travel and agriculture. The country on Saturday issued a red alert for rainstorms, the most severe in its four-tier weather warning system, Xinhua News Agency reported. Meanwhile, record flooding of the Wusuli River in northeastern China is putting pressure on farmers in the area known as the major granary of the country. Light to moderate rain is expected to continue next week and various sections of the river will see more flooding, it said. In recent weeks, drought in China’s central provinces and floods in the northeastern and southern parts of the country have been dragging down its harvest outlook.
Source:The Standard
June 29, 2024 15:32 UTC
UNITED NATIONS, United States — War and funding shortfalls have hampered progress toward the United Nations' flagship development goals which include action to combat climate change, the organization's Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned on Friday. In 2015, UN member states adopted the Sustainable Development Goals, 17 targets to transform the world by 2030 including by completely ending extreme poverty and eliminating hunger. But Guterres said Friday that "the world is getting a failing grade." "We must accelerate action for the sustainable development goals, and we don't have a moment to lose -- only 17 percent of the targets (are) on track." "It means multiplying the lending capacity of multilateral development banks to provide more resources for climate action and sustainable development," he added.
Source:Philippine Star
June 29, 2024 14:36 UTC
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Source:Manila Times
June 29, 2024 08:56 UTC
Dr. Hector Santos, Philippine Medical Association president, and Dr. Lulu Bravo, Foundation for Vaccination executive director, are pushing for the approval of the new, second generation dengue vaccine called QDenga. Manufactured by Takeda pharmaceuticals, health experts say it has shown high efficacy in reducing fatalities and is far more safe than the previous dengue vaccine. Video and interview by Ezrah Raya
Source:Manila Times
June 29, 2024 07:02 UTC
AFP bans mobile phones in sensitive military zonesMembers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) conduct a counter-landing live fire exercise as part of 2024 Balikatan Exercises at the La Paz Sand Dunes in Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on May 6, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has banned electronic devices in sensitive military environments as part of enhanced security measures aimed at protecting itself and critical information. “The AFP is dedicated to enhancing its capabilities and measures to confront traditional and non-traditional security challenges effectively,” the military said. GCash data breachThe Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) is taking seriously the reports on GCash data breach, CICC executive director Alexander Ramos said yesterday. “We take seriously the alleged data breach and have asked GCash to provide information on the veracity of the contents being published or reported,” Ramos said.
Source:Philippine Star
June 29, 2024 06:24 UTC
Hontiveros: Deportation won't save Guo from jail time in the PhilippinesIn this Facebook post on May 31, 2024 shows Mayor Alice Guo meeting senior citizens of Bamban, Tarlac. MANILA, Philippines — If a Philippine court convicts her, suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo will have to serve her sentence in the country before being deported, Sen. Risa Hontiveros said on Friday. In response to the human trafficking complaint, Guo asserted that "mere connections to companies... do not suffice as grounds for labeling someone a conspirator." On top of this, the Office of the Solicitor General is eyeing to file a quo warranto case against Guo, which would remove her from her position. Hontiveros said that the matching fingerprints between Guo, who previously said that she was born in the Philippines, and "Guo Hua Ping," is the strongest evidence to date that justifies Guo's removal from office.
Source:Philippine Star
June 29, 2024 06:24 UTC
Oil price hike set for third straight weekMANILA, Philippines — Oil companies are set to raise fuel prices on July 2, marking a third straight week of increases. Based on the four-day trading, Department of Energy-Oil Industry Management Bureau assistant director Rodela Romero said pump prices for petroleum products will increase by less than P1. She estimated an upward adjustment of P0.50 to P0.80 per liter for gasoline, P0.30 to P0.60 for diesel and P0.20 to P0.40 for kerosene. OPEC’s production restriction and the forecast for peak summer season demand starting in the third quarter of 2024 also brought upward pressure on domestic oil prices, the official added. The final price movements will be announced on July 1, and will take effect the next day.
Source:Philippine Star
June 28, 2024 21:09 UTC