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Bullet proof cubes to be built in South Africa playgrounds amid gang shootings

The South African company behind the pitch says 'an outrageous problem requires an outrageous solution.'

Man admits murdering wife with skateboard

Olobunmi Abodundee, 48, unexpectedly pleads guilty to the killing during his trial.

Be wary of China's 'gentle approach' – expert

A MARITIME security expert said the Philippines should be wary of China's "gentle approach" to the West Philippine Sea (WPS) issue, noting it is likely a cover-up for its true intentions."[China's] ambition is to dominate the West Philippine Sea, and that comes into direct conflict with the Philippine sovereign rights. Those two things can't be reconciled, so China essentially tries to wrap its ambitions in a covering of reasonableness and...

Searching for missing loved ones in Gaza’s mass graves

In this war, it is a huge challenge to find out how people whose bodies were exhumed at Nasser hospital died.

Murder accused sat on boy and stabbed him - court

A teenager denies murdering Alfie Lewis, 15, who was stabbed to death in Leeds in November 2023.\

Two arrested after suspected chop shop found

Police are called to a lock-up in Shirley, after a stolen van is tracked there.

Chinese militia vessels spotted in Recto Bank —BFAR

Several Chinese militia fishing vessels were spotted in Recto Bank in the West Philippine Sea, said the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), which delivered crude oil to Filipino fishermen. According to Chino Gaston's report on "24 Oras" on Wednesday, the fishermen said Chinese militia vessels are often seen in the area but don't interfere with them. They also said they do not see them fishing in the area. Recto Bank is located...

Cop shot dead at Basilan checkpoint

MANILA, Philippines — A policeman was killed by unidentified motorcycle riders at a checkpoint in Lamitan City, Basilan on Tuesday night. Pat. Khalid Sali Ahmad of the First Basilan Provincial Mobile Force Company and his team were manning the checkpoint in Barangay Colonia when the assailants refused to pull over. Initial investigation showed Ahmad tried to stop the motorcycle riders, but was instead shot by the backrider. Ahmad was declared...

Marcos rejects increasing illegal parking fines in Metro Manila

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has rejected the Metro Manila Council’s proposal to increase fines for illegal parking. In a video posted on Wednesday, Marcos said that it was important to prioritize discipline. READ: Metro Manila mayors eye higher fines for illegal parking “Para patuloy ang magandang serbisyo ng ating pamahalaan ay hindi ko pinayagan ang Joint Traffic Circular No. 01 ng Metro Manila Council tungkol sa...

‘US authorities secure documents vs Bautista’

MANILA, Philippines — Representatives of the United States Justice Department and Homeland Security arrived in the Philippines three weeks ago to acquire documents for the prosecution of former poll chief Andres Bautista, Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Garcia disclosed yesterday. US authorities interviewed some poll officials and secured copies of procurement papers and bidding and anti-graft laws, Garcia recalled during the...

Ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in court on rape and other sex charges

Former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has appeared in court charged with rape and a number of other historical sex offences. Sir Jeffrey's wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, also appeared in court to face charges in relation to the same police investigation Sir Jeffrey resigned as DUP leader and was suspended from the party following the charges.

Will BSP replace burnt P300K cash of Taguig fire victim?

A fire victim in Taguig City lost at least P300,000 in cash as flames engulfed their home on Tuesday. Mark Joseph Pede said he borrowed the money from his uncle to supposedly buy a jeepney for his livelihood. “Simula po kahapon, di pa po ako nakakatulog hanggang ngayon kasi nagsi-sink in pa rin sa utak ko yung pera na ganun kalaki po na bigla na lang mawawala sa isang iglap na para sana pantulong sa pamilya ko,” Pede said in Oscar Oida’s “24...

Suspended jail terms for pair who left dog home alone

Bentley was reduced to eating rubbish after his owners went on holiday and left him alone at home.

Murder arrests after woman found dead in house

A man and a woman are held on suspicion of murder after a 90-year-old woman was found dead in Wirral.

DA: Philippines to import 25,000 MT fish

MANILA, Philippines — Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu-Laurel Jr. has allowed the importation of 25,000 metric tons of frozen fish, days after President Marcos issued Administrative Order No. 20 removing the non-tariff barriers on imported agricultural products. Tiu-Laurel signed Memorandum Order 17, which provided the guidelines for the issuance of certificate of necessity to import 25,000 MT of frozen pelagic fish for wet markets from Oct....

Grand jury indicts man for murder in shooting death of Texas girl during ATM robbery

HOUSTON (AP) — A man accused of fatally shooting a 9-year-old girl when he was robbed at a Houston ATM in 2022 has been indicted for murder in her death. Tuesday’s indictment against Tony Earls comes nearly two years after another grand jury had declined to indict him in the death of Arlene Alvarez. “We have a duty to see that justice is done, and that meant asking a new grand jury to look at new evidence,” Harris County District Attorney Kim...

Russia to push Ukraine further back if Kyiv gets long range U.S. missiles, says Kremlin

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia will need to push Ukrainian forces further back and expand what it regards as a "buffer zone" if Kyiv takes delivery of advanced longer-range ATACM guided missile systems from the United States, the Kremlin said on Wednesday. The White House last October said it had provided Kyiv with a type of ATACMS capable of hitting targets up to 165 kilometres (102 miles) away. But a

Man, 56, charged with child sexual assault after nine-year-old girl 'snatched' from outside Harrods

Man, 56, charged with child sexual assault after nine-year-old girl 'snatched' from outside Harrods - The girl was reported missing from Brompton Road in Knightsbridge on Monday

'Exploited and coerced' boy rescued in drug gang raids

A teenager is taken to safety after a police operation targets addresses across Rochdale.

Philippine seafarers banned from sailing in Red Sea

MANILA, Philippines — Filipino seafarers are now barred from boarding foreign vessels sailing the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) yesterday issued an order prohibiting the deployment of Filipino seafarers onboard passenger and cruise ships set to sail through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. DMW released the order after the International Transport Workers’ Federation and International Bargaining Forum included...

Malacañang flags deepfake audio of Marcos ordering military attack

The Presidential Communications Office warns against an ‘audio deepfake’ that made it appear President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the military to ‘act against a particular foreign country.’ Full story: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/malacanang-flags-deepfake-audio-marcos-ordering-military-attack-april-2024/

Cemetery at centre of stabbing investigation

An area around Broadway cemetery has been cordoned off.

Rene Saguisag: Human rights defender, moral compass, fierce critic

MANILA, Philippines — In the Philippine political scene where politicians often jump from their party to the ruling bloc, loyalty is regarded as a noble trait. Loyalty to a party and a cause has been used to gauge whether a candidate is worthy of people’s votes, while turncoats are frowned upon. But some were able to maintain their integrity without really banking on loyalty — some, who, despite changes in administration, were able to command...

Three arrested after woman dies at hotel

A man and two women are arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug.

INQToday: ICC contacted 50 past, present PNP officials on Duterte case – Trillanes

Here’s a quick roundup of today’s top stories: Trillanes: ICC contacted 50 past, present PNP officials on Duterte case The International Criminal Court (ICC) has talked to around 50 former and incumbent police officials regarding the crime against humanity complaints against former President Rodrigo Duterte, former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV said on Wednesday. Trillanes in a tweet on X (formerly Twitter) claims to have received “highly...

Angat Dam water level drop ‘alarming’

MANILA, Philippines — The National Water Resources Board will decide tomorrow if the supply of water to Metro Manila residents will be reduced as Angat Dam’s water level continues to decrease. In a radio interview, Department of Environment and Natural Resources Undersecretary Carlos David said that while the water level in Angat normally drops during the dry season, the decrease this month ”is quite alarming.” As of 6 a.m. yesterday, the water...

Man arrested in alleged plot to assassinate Zelensky

Cagayan Gov. Manuel Mamba, diniskwalipika ng Comelec dahil sa paglabag sa Omnibus Election code noong Eleksyon 2022 | SONA

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Sara thanks Marcos for ‘continued trust’

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte thanked President Marcos for still trusting her amid calls for her resignation as Department of Education (DepEd) chief by several lawmakers. “Thank you very much, President Marcos for your continued trust in me as Secretary of the Department of Education,” Duterte said in a statement in Filipino posted on her Facebook account on Wednesday. “You can count on the DepEd,...

International agency executives’ immunity covers only official duties – SC

MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that the immunity granted to officials and personnel of international organizations, such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB), only covers official activities. In a full court decision issued on April 16, the SC said international organizations enjoy almost absolute, if not absolute, immunity, which protects their affairs from political pressure or control by the host country. It also...

One may be fined for refusal to accept a Philippine identification card

Dear PAO, I only have a Philippine Identification Card (PhilID) as a valid government-issued ID card. I was asked for another ID when I presented this, as the PhilID does not bear my signature. Is PhilID not sufficient? Glenda Dear Glenda, Please be informed of the following pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) 11055, otherwise known as the Philippine Identification System Act, to wit: "SEC. 12. Authentication. – For purposes of...

Probe into reported doctor – pharma prescription connivance pushed

MANILA, Philippines — Senator JV Ejercito is eyeing an investigation on the possible “violation of ethical standards of medical practices” following reports that some physicians and pharmaceutical firms are conspiring in terms of prescribing medicines. Health advocate Dr. Tony Leachon on Tuesday detailed the alleged practice, explaining that pharmaceutical firms are recruiting and generously rewarding doctors based on the volume of prescription....

‘ICC talked to 50 PNP members on drug war’

MANILA, Philippines — Representatives of the International Criminal Court have communicated with around 50 active and former officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP) in connection with the ICC’s probe into the drug war launched by former president Rodrigo Duterte, former senator Antonio Trillanes IV said yesterday. Trillanes, a staunch critic of Duterte, based his statement on what he described as highly credible information. “The ICC...

Jersey police warn islanders of new bank scam

Jersey Police said the scammer was able to transfer £12,800 out of a local resident's account.

Flag flown half-mast at Senate to mourn passing of Rene Saguisag

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine flag at the Senate was flown at half-mast on Wednesday in honor of former senator and human rights lawyer Rene Saguisag. Saguisag’s death was announced by his family on Wednesday. He was 84. READ: Former Sen. Rene Saguisag dies The former senator’s term in the upper chamber was short-lived, serving only for one term beginning in 1987 until 1992. READ: Saguisag: Don’t remove, but add, another Leonen in SC He...

Dominica strikes down laws prohibiting gay sex

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — A top court in the eastern Caribbean island of Dominica has struck down colonial-era laws criminalizing gay sex. It’s the latest nation to repeal such laws in the socially conservative region, joining Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Antigua and Barbuda. READ: Cubans approve gay marriage by large margin in referendum Monday’s ruling comes nearly five years after a man whose identity was withheld for...

Russian Orthodox Church suspends priest who prayed at Navalny's grave

By Mark Trevelyan (Reuters) -A Russian Orthodox priest who led a memorial service last month at the grave of late opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been suspended from clerical duties and ordered to serve three years of "penance". Dmitry Safronov has prayed several times at the Moscow grave of Navalny and conducted a service there on March 26 to mark 40 days since Navalny's death in an Arctic

Russian attack injures six people in Ukraine's Kharkiv, governor says

(Reuters) -Russian missiles damaged residential buildings and injured six people in Ukraine's second-largest city, Kharkiv, early on Wednesday, Governor Oleh Synehubov said on Telegram. The attack damaged three residential buildings, two offices, three non-residential buildings and a gas pipeline in the central district of the city, according to the governor's statement. Some 568 windows and 33

PCO: Marcos deepfake a ‘serious’ matter; foreign policy may be affected

MANILA, Philippines — The viral deepfake of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. could have affected the Philippines’ foreign policy, said an official from the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on Wednesday. On Tuesday night, the PCO released a statement debunking a viral video that simulated Marcos commanding the Armed Forces of the Philippines to act against another country. “It’s a big news because it’s foreign policy that’s affected there,”...

Teachers begin strikes over pensions

It comes after staff paused previous action to consider, but subsequently reject, a new offer.

Man takes fatal plunge into Ilocos Sur waterfall

A man died after jumping into the Kagutungan Falls in Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur, according to a 24 Oras report on Wednesday. Authorities said the 43-year-old victim climbed a balete tree before diving from a height of about 25 feet into the water below. After landing into the water, witnesses said the victim managed to surface but immediately sank. The victim's nose was bleeding as he was taken out of the water. Rescuers said that there is a...

PNP to ICC: We only recognize PH’s justice system

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday stood firm that it would only recognize the country’s justice system even as International Criminal Court (ICC) investigators reportedly contacted its former and incumbent officials implicated in ex-President Rodrigo Duterte’s bloody drug war. PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo stressed that the country has a working judicial system, noting that there were police personnel...

Belmonte apologizes over rude clearing operation

QUEZON City Mayor Maria Josefina Belmonte on Wednesday apologized for the ill-mannered clearing operations conducted by the Department of Public Order and Safety inside the University of the Philippines (UP) campus. "It has come to our attention that the Quezon City Department of Public Order and Safety (DPOS) conducted road clearing operations in Pook Dagohoy, Pook Palaris, Area 1, and Area 2, Diliman and apparently destroyed and confiscated...

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Hontiveros: Why is gov’t having a hard time taking action vs Pogos?

MANILA, Philippines — Perplexed by the continued presence of illegal Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogos) in the country, Senator Risa Hontiveros can’t help but question why the national government still has yet to take decisive action against the firm. “Pogos are a hotspot of fugitives. Lungga ng mga kriminal. Hindi ko maintindihan kung bakit hanggang ngayon, hindi mapalayas nang tuluyan ang industriyang ito. Sino ba protektor ng mga...

No10 says asylum returns deal with France 'is not possible'

Any such agreement is 'not on the table' because the Government 'would not agree to any kind of deal that would require quotas in return', a No10 spokeswoman said.

Comelec disqualifies Cagayan governor anew

MANILA, Philippines — For the second time, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has disqualified Cagayan Gov. Manuel Mamba in connection with the May 2022 general elections. The ruling of the poll body’s First Division rendered the gubernatorial seat vacant and will be automatically filled by the vice governor following the law on succession, Comelec Chairman George Garcia said. There are two disqualification cases filed against Mamba, Garcia...

Iranian who crossed Channel to UK says Rwanda bill won't stop migrants

Nima Moradi insisted the government's 'stop the boats' plan - which finally passed through Parliament on Monday night - will have hardly any deterrent effect.

Hammer attack boy 'stored weapons for apocalypse'

The jury in the trial in Devon hears a victim say the boy underwent "complete change" over a summer.

Spain PM Sanchez says he is suspending public duties to "reflect" on future

MADRID (Reuters) - Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has said he will suspend public duties to "stop and reflect" on whether he wants to continue in frontline politics, in a letter shared on his X social media acccount. "I urgently need an answer to the question of whether it is worthwhile (...) whether I should continue to lead the government or renounce this honour," he said in the letter.