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Ex-cops face raps for murder of Pinay, Israeli

MANILA, Philippines — Two counts of murder against two former police officers and other suspects in the killing of Pampanga beauty queen Geneva Lopez and her Israeli boyfriend Yitshak Cohen are expected to be filed in the next few days. At a news briefing at Camp Crame yesterday, the former police officers implicated in the crime were identified as Michael Guiang, allegedly the mastermind whose motive was rooted in a land dispute, and Rommel...

2024-07-08T16:39:56Z

11-Year-Old Girl’s Hand Amputated After Twin Lights Explosive She Thought Was a Firework: Police

"After realizing her mistake, the sister frantically tried to extinguish the device in the bathroom sink, but it was too late," authorities said

2024-07-08T19:05:43Z

Dumlao reappointed DSWD asec

MANILA, Philippines — Department of Social Welfare and Development spokesperson Irene Dumlao has been reappointed by President Marcos as assistant secretary at the DSWD. Social Welfare Secretary Rex Gatchalian administered the oath of Dumlao yesterday at the DSWD central office after her reappointment last June 19. Dumlao is the assistant secretary for the Disaster Response Management Group, also the Office of the Secretary Concerns and the...

2024-07-08T16:39:50Z

As Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital is hit, anger towards Russia rages

Moscow denies targeting the civilian site as its forces bombard cities across the country, killing more than 30 people.

2024-07-08T17:11:35Z

Kenya starvation cult leader goes on trial on terrorism charges

MOMBASA, Kenya — The leader of a Kenyan doomsday cult went on trial on Monday on charges of terrorism over the deaths of more than 400 of his followers in a macabre case that shocked the world. Self-proclaimed pastor Paul Nthenge Mackenzie appeared in court in the Indian Ocean port city of Mombasa along with 94 co-defendants, an AFP journalist said. Journalists were removed from the courtroom shortly after the start of the hearing to enable a...

2024-07-08T09:52:34Z

4 kidnapped Indians rescued in Las Piñas

MANILA, Philippines — Four Indian nationals were rescued in Las Piñas City after they were reportedly kidnapped and illegally detained by their compatriots for their failure to pay P200,000 in car accident settlement. In a report yesterday, the Southern Police District said the victims aged 19 to 22 were rescued in a residential building in Barangay Pamplona Tres on July 5. Police said the operation led to the arrest of four suspects, also...

2024-07-08T16:39:59Z

Govt eyes early completion of key Luzon railway project

THE Subic-Clark-Manila-Batangas rail project in the Luzon Economic Corridor is expected to be completed within a few years, contingent upon securing the necessary right of way, a government economic manager said. Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Secretary Frederick Go said that the railway project, with an estimated cost of $7 billion, should not take long to commence, especially with the ease of doing...

2024-07-08T16:26:01Z

Gaza protesters end occupation of university land

A protest group says it has ended 64 days of camps outside landmark buildings in Oxford.

2024-07-08T18:51:07Z

Former police officer sent to jail for 18 months

Chief Constable Nick Dean says Mark Coteman's actions were "deliberate, pre-meditated and planned".

2024-07-08T17:51:00Z

Man not seen for months found dead at home

A man is found dead in unexplained circumstances after not being seen for months.

2024-07-08T18:21:02Z

HEADLINES: PNP to file murder charges vs 2 ex-cops | July 9, 2024

Good day. Here are the stories for The Manila Times for Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Today's episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines' leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. BANNER: PNP to file murder charges vs 2 ex-cops THE Philippine National Police (PNP) is set to file murder charges against two principal suspects — two former policemen — and an accomplice for the killing of...

2024-07-08T18:03:12Z

VP Duterte to NSPC attendees: ‘Never print something that is not truth’

MANILA, Philippines — Outgoing Education Secretary and Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday told campus journalists to “never print, post or circulate” anything that “is not the truth.” Duterte gave the reminder to participants of this year’s National Schools Press Conference (NSPC) at a kick-off ceremony in Carcar City, Cebu. “Never print or post or circulate something that you know is not the truth,” Duterte said in her opening remarks....

2024-07-08T13:13:55Z

Cop wounded in action cited

COTABATO CITY, Philippines — A policeman wounded in an anti-drug operation in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi has received financial assistance and citation from the Bangsamoro police. Pat. Abdulmijir Usman Kali Jr. received a medal for gallantry, special appreciation plaque and cash assistance while being treated for gunshot wounds at the West Metro Medical Center in Zamboanga City. Kali was among the policemen responding to reports about the presence of...

2024-07-08T16:39:59Z

More people are leaving Metro Manila. Here’s why

MANILA, Philippines—When COVID-19 landed in the Philippines, nationwide lockdowns prompted many people in the National Capital Region (NCR) to return to their provinces or places of origin outside the capital. Years into the new normal, even with restrictions lifted, people continued to leave the NCR for other regions. For decades before the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipinos from impoverished rural regions migrated to densely populated cities,...

2024-07-08T02:42:13Z

Farmer dead in Quezon shooting over ‘love triangle’

LUCENA CITY — A 24-year-old farmer died in a shooting incident on Sunday, July 7, that was described by police as a “crime of passion” in Lucban town in Quezon province. The Quezon police reported on Monday that an alias “Jimboy” was buying cigarettes at a store in Barangay Kulapi at 3:20 p.m. when a certain “Mark,” 29, a construction worker, suddenly appeared and shot him twice in the head using a handgun. The assailant fled after the shooting....

2024-07-08T01:56:55Z

China vessels intercept 2 PCG ships in Ayungin

MANILA, Philippines — Chinese coast guard and militia ships reportedly blocked two Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) ships on patrol in Ayungin Shoal and forced them out of the area, according to a defense and maritime security expert tracking the movement of ships in the South China Sea. In a post on X on Sunday, Ray Powell of SeaLight said the PCG’s 44-meter BRP Cabra and BRP Cape Engaño were “intercepted” by China Coast Guard (CCG) ship with bow...

2024-07-08T16:39:55Z

Pictured: Father-of-two stabbed to death in east London on Saturday

Josh McKay, 33, from Waltham Forest, was stabbed in the neck on Lea Bridge Road on Saturday.

2024-07-08T19:59:59Z

Rapist sentenced to four years after plea overturned

Rick Sparks, 43, was sentenced to four years in prison after raping his ex-partner at her home.

2024-07-08T17:05:50Z

First migrants to cross Channel since Labour's victory arrive in UK

Pictures showed groups of people wearing life jackets, and some wrapped in blankets, being escorted off a Border Force boat in Dover, Kent, with children among those seen being carried ashore.

2024-07-08T17:44:36Z

11 dead, 35 missing after Indonesia landslide

INDONESIA — At least 11 people are dead and 35 more are missing after heavy rains caused a landslide near an illegal gold mine on Indonesia’s central island of Sulawesi, an official said Monday. Unlicensed mines are common across the mineral-rich Southeast Asian archipelago, where abandoned sites attract locals who hunt for leftover gold ore without proper safety equipment. The landslide hit a remote village in the Bone Bolango district of...

2024-07-08T10:07:48Z

Police investigating alleged attempted abduction of children

Humberside Police arrested four men after two incidents were reported in the Scalby Lane area of Gilberdyke, in the East Riding of Yorkshire, at around 7.30pm on June 26.

2024-07-08T18:14:46Z

New Law Waives Entrance Exam Fees for Private Colleges in the Philippines

The Free College Entrance Examinations Act, now in effect in the Philippines, mandates waiving entrance exam fees in private colleges and universities for eligible students. Republic Act (RA) 12006 exempts qualified graduates and graduating students from paying fees for entrance exams to private higher education institutions (HEIs). The Act aligns with the state policy to […] The post New Law Waives Entrance Exam Fees for Private Colleges in the...

2024-07-08T09:36:02Z

P10 million bounty up for arrest of Quiboloy

MANILA, Philippines — A reward of P10 million is being offered for information leading to the arrest of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) leader Apollo Quiboloy, Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos announced yesterday. Abalos also said that a P1-million reward will be given in exchange for any information that could lead to the arrest of his co-accused, three of them surnamed Canada. “I would like to inform you that we will offer reward money on any...

2024-07-08T16:39:56Z

Man who abused children jailed for 30 years

Eric Mottershead, 60, is sentenced over what police describe as "horrific and degrading acts".

2024-07-08T16:50:57Z

SC suspends cop who punched drug suspect

MANILA, Philippines — The Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the suspension for six months of a police officer who punched and kicked a female drug suspect during an anti-narcotics operation in Las Piñas City. In a decision promulgated on April 3 but released only yesterday, the SC’s Third Division found Cpl. Herminio Besmonte guilty of simple misconduct for using excessive force and unnecessary coercion against the suspect. Besmonte posed as a...

2024-07-08T16:40:00Z

BI: PH off-limits to sex offenders

FOREIGN sex offenders are strictly barred from entering the Philippines, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said Monday. Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco issued the warning after BI officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) stopped two foreign sex offenders from entering the country. He warned foreign sex offenders against traveling to the Philippines, as they will be turned away the moment they step on Philippine soil. "Our...

2024-07-08T16:10:12Z

35 nabbed in Metro Manila drug stings

MANILA, Philippines — Thirty-five people were apprehended in Metro Manila during anti-narcotics operations conducted by the National Capital Region Police Office over the weekend. In a report, the NCRPO said the arrests resulted from 22 drug stings implemented in the region from July 6 to 7. Police data showed that over 194 grams of methamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu and two grams of Kush valued at around P1.3 million were confiscated from...

2024-07-08T16:40:00Z

Russian attack 'against Sweden or its Allies cannot be ruled out'

The illegal invasion of Ukraine by Vladimir Putin's forces in 2022 prompted the Scandinavian nation to join NATO , ending more than two centuries of neutrality.

2024-07-08T15:14:31Z

Two pensioners in their 90s are found dead in picturesque port town

Kent Police have launched an investigation into the deaths at a home in the medieval centre of Sandwich after being called to a home just after 10am.

2024-07-08T18:29:38Z

Teachers want to discuss salary hike with DBM chief

MANILA, Philippines — The Teachers’ Dignity Coalition (TDC) has requested an urgent meeting with Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman to address public school teachers’ concerns regarding salary increase. TDC chairman Benjo Basas said the group sent a letter to Pangandaman last Thursday, reiterating their request for updates regarding the anticipated salary increase for civilian government employees, including public school teachers, for fiscal...

2024-07-08T16:39:50Z

Beauty queen and BF’s slay: 5 persons of interest under custody

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has said that five of seven persons of interest in the abduction and killing of beauty pageant candidate Geneva Lopez and her Israeli boyfriend Yitshak Cohen are under police custody. PNP Chief, Gen. Rommel Marbil, said in a Radyo 630 interview on Monday that “Lima na po yung nasa custody natin, tatlo arrested for different cases, dalawa po ay surrendered and gave their testimonies and...

2024-07-08T07:35:49Z

India’s Modi headed to Russia for first visit since Ukraine offensive

MOSCOW — Prime Minister Narendra Modi was due to arrive in Russia on Monday, as the Indian leader treaded a fine line between maintaining a longstanding relationship with Moscow and courting closer Western security ties. The visit is Modi’s first since Russia launched its campaign in Ukraine and since he was returned to power last month as leader of the world’s most populous country. “I look forward to reviewing all aspects of bilateral...

2024-07-08T09:37:30Z

10 injured in another Zamboanga firecracker Explosion

ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — Ten people, including police and Marine officers, were injured when a pile of firecrackers and pyrotechnics materials set for disposal exploded in this city yesterday afternoon. The massive explosion occurred at past 5 p.m. in a vacant lot located near the camp of the Marines and command center of the city disaster risk reduction and management office in Barangay Cabantangan. The firecrackers and pyrotechnics were...

2024-07-08T16:40:02Z

Pensioner had no warning before deadly bike crash, court told

Polly Friedhoff, 81, died 12 days after being hit by a bike near Iffley Lock, in Oxford.

2024-07-08T17:20:49Z

Dad arrested over children’s deaths in ‘horrifying’ Sydney fire

SYDNEY — Australian authorities have accused a Sydney father of trying to stop rescuers from saving his own family in a “horrifying” home fire that killed two boys and a baby girl. Flames engulfed the home in western Sydney’s Lalor Park in the early hours of Sunday morning while the 28-year-old man, his female partner and seven children were inside, New South Wales state police said. Three children — two boys aged three and six, and a...

2024-07-08T08:52:20Z

Abusing sirens and wang-wang

MANY dysfunctions in most countries arise from small, unattended things. Failure to address these minor disorders can escalate into more serious crimes and even chaos. This is called the "broken windows theory," where if one window in a building is broken and not quickly repaired, more vandalism can take place and ultimately result in the breakdown of social order. It is no different from the blatant disregard for Administrative Order 18 (AO 18)...

2024-07-08T16:22:09Z

Alec Baldwin makes appearance in New Mexico court ahead of Rust trial

Baldwin, 66, is facing a single felony count of involuntary manslaughter and up to 8 months behind bars following the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins .

2024-07-08T19:45:13Z

Two wanted men arrested at Manchester Airport after crash

Two men who escaped part way through their trial, in relation to a fatal collision near Wilmslow, have now been arrested. Osama Saeed and Asgar Taj were arrested on Monday 8th July after travelling to the UK on a flight from Abu Dhabi.

2024-07-08T17:40:40Z

County drugs & weapons operation sees 1029 arrests

Officers have been running a targeted crackdown on major and organised crime since May 2023.

2024-07-08T15:20:39Z

SC justices meet UN rapporteur

MANILA, Philippines — Reform programs of the Philippines’ high court were discussed by Supreme Court justices during a July 1 meeting with a UN special rapporteur at the New York University (NYU) School of Law. Associate Justices Ramon Paul Hernando, Amy Lazaro-Javier, Ricardo Rosario, Antonio Kho and Maria Filomena Singh met with UN Special Rapporteur on the independence of judges and lawyers Margaret Satterthwaite to discuss programs outlined...

2024-07-08T16:39:51Z

For Palestinian prisoner, return to Gaza brings anguish and shattered dreams

By Ramadan Abed DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza (Reuters) - During more than two decades in an Israeli prison, Palestinian Youssef Mikdad dreamed about one day returning to a prosperous Gaza Strip where he could make up for lost time with his children. But when Mikdad finally tasted freedom and set foot in Gaza last week, he found his house destroyed and his homeland reduced to rubble, dust and twisted

2024-07-08T19:15:10Z

DOJ indicts 3 cops for extortion, illegal gambling

MANILA, Philippines — Charges of extortion and illegal gambling have been filed before a Caloocan City court against three police officers, one of whom allegedly accepted P30,000 in exchange for the release of an arrested drug suspect. The Department of Justice (DOJ) indicted S/Sgt. Andro Manangan as well as Senior Master Sergeants Jun-jun Silvertino and Jonathan Aggalao for illegal gambling. A separate complaint for robbery and extortion was...

2024-07-08T16:40:01Z

19 Davao cops axed

MANILA, Philippines — Station commanders of 19 police stations in Davao City were relieved yesterday following a series of removals and replacements of police officers in the city. No reason was provided for their removal. “This move is part of the duty/work of the regional director, to assign/reassign officers,” said Police Regional Office (PRO) XI spokesperson Maj. Catherine dela Rey. Their relief is unrelated to the June 10 raid of fugitive...

2024-07-08T16:39:52Z

Xi to world powers: Help Russia, Ukraine ‘resume direct dialogue’

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping told Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday that world powers should help Russia and Ukraine re-start direct negotiations during a visit to Beijing branded a “peace mission” by the European leader. Orban’s trip to China comes a day before NATO is due to hold a summit to mark its 75th anniversary, with setbacks in Ukraine set to dominate discussions, and follows surprise visits by the Hungarian...

2024-07-08T07:52:17Z

Child can return to Ukraine with mother, court rules

The child's father wanted to block them from returning to Ukraine saying it was safer in the UK.

2024-07-08T15:33:03Z

French court rules American man detained after ‘So I raped you’ Facebook message can be extradited

LYON, France (AP) — A French court ruled on Monday that the American man accused of sexually assaulting a Pennsylvania college student in 2013 and later sending her a Facebook message that said, “So I raped you,” can be extradited to the United States. Ian Cleary, 31, of Saratoga, California, was detained in April in the city of Metz in northeastern France after a three-year search. He has been held in custody pending extradition proceedings...

2024-07-08T15:06:11Z

A mother shields her baby amid chaos at bombed Kyiv hospital

By Max Hunder KYIV (Reuters) -Moments after a Russian missile smashed into a Kyiv hospital where her infant son was being treated, Svitlana Kravchenko rushed to cover the two-month-old with a cloth in order to protect him from the debris and dust in the air. Her voice quivering, the 33-year-old spoke as she emerged from a bomb shelter after one of the worst Russian missile strikes on Kyiv in

2024-07-08T15:29:35Z

Land row cited in the killing of beauty pageant bet, BF allegedly by ex-cops

MANILA, Philippines — The two former policemen, who are now suspects in the case of Pampanga beauty pageant candidate Geneva Lopez and her Israeli boyfriend Yitshak Cohen, allegedly shot the couple over a land dispute. This information comes from the Philippine National Police Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP CIDG). CIDG chief Maj. Gen. Leo Francisco revealed this information after presenting suspects Michael Angelo Guiang and...

2024-07-08T09:13:06Z

Malta grants bail to disputed Romanian royal wanted by home country

A Maltese court on Monday ordered the release on bail of a disputed member of Romania's royal family who has been in custody since his arrest in April. A Maltese appeals judge wrote Monday that the disputed royal be accorded bail, considering his "series of debilitating illnesses" requiring medical attention.

2024-07-08T15:09:01Z

Zelensky to call for UN Security Council emergency talks after Russian strike hits hospital

Following a major Russian missile attack across Ukraine that killed at least 31 people and injured 154, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky plans to call for an emergency meeting with the UN. The daytime barrage targeted five Ukrainian cities with more than 40 missiles of different types hitting apartment buildings and public infrastructure, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on social media. Ukraine's air force said it intercepted 30 missiles.Russia denied targeting civilian infrastructure, insisting the strikes had been aimed at military facilities.

2024-07-08T19:19:32Z