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SC: Only legal spouse, children may get seaman's death benefits

The Supreme Court (SC) has ruled that benefits arising from a seafarer’s death may only be given to his or her surviving legitimate spouse, even after estrangement, and his or her legitimate or illegitimate children. In a 44-page decision promulgated in April, the Supreme Court partly granted a petition and ordered the release of death benefits to the children of deceased seafarer Pedrito. “The Court is constrained to find that Cerena is the...

Jay Slater search latest - elite crime unit, house forensics and next steps

The official police search for Jay Slater was called off after a fortnight following no trace of the missing British teenager. He was last seen in the village of Masca, Tenerife

Woman scammer arrested in Antipolo for using stolen phone's FB account

A woman was arrested in Antipolo City for using the social media account of a stolen phone to scam several people. According to Mark Salazar's report on 24 Oras, the suspect was caught in an entrapment operation on June 10. Police said the suspect was using a cellphone that was snatched from the victim who was on his way home on June 9. “On the same day meron nag-hack sa Facebook niya sa cellphone niya and then may nag-message sa friends sa...

Panama’s new president vows to end migrant ‘transit’

PANAMA CITY — Jose Raul Mulino was sworn in Monday as Panama’s new president, with the right-leaning leader pledging to make his Central American country no longer a “transit” point for US-bound undocumented migrants. Mulino, 65, was elected in May after a campaign in which he vowed to close the dangerous migration route through the Darien jungle between Colombia and Panama. More than half a million undocumented migrants passed through the...

Accused scammer who claimed to be Irish heiress has been extradited to UK to face charges

A woman accused of traveling across the U.S. claiming to be an Irish heiress and scamming several victims out of tens of thousands of dollars has been extradited to the United Kingdom, a U.S. official said Tuesday. Marianne Smyth faces allegations that she stole more than $170,000 from the victims from 2008 to 2010 in Northern Ireland. A U.S. magistrate judge in Maine ruled in May that there was sufficient evidence for extradition of the...

Widespread pickpocketing, sexual harassment happening in MRT – Tulfo

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Raffy Tulfo has urged the Philippine National Police (PNP) to deploy personnel at all Metro Rail Transit (MRT) stations. The request comes, following reports of widespread pickpocketing, sexual harassment and other crimes taking place in these places. Tulfo made the call in a letter addressed to the National Capital Region Police Office dated July 1, he said in a press release on Tuesday. READ: Gabriela wants...

Chaotic scenes as emergency crews respond to massive fire

Several demountables and shipping containers erupted into flames at the intersection of Wren Street and O'Connell Terrace in Bowen Hills in Brisbane just after 8.30pm on Tuesday night.

Student feared sex attack from balaclava-clad man

Steve Donaghey is jailed for five years for a "terrifying" and "cowardly" attempted robbery.

Boys, 15 and 16, injured in Notting Hill shooting

The teenagers were taken to hospital but their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Oxford University student dies after 'jumping into water to celebrate end of exams'

A 19-year-old student, who has not yet been named, is believed to have drowned at Port Meadow on Friday, June 21 - with police currently treating the incident as 'unexplained'

Baby pygmy goats stolen from farm

Poppy, Primrose, and Jasmine are thought to have been stolen from Honeycomb Farm in Hailsham.

Protest after Pakistan Christian given blasphemy death sentence

Pakistan minority rights campaigners protested Tuesday after a Christian man was sentenced to death for sharing an allegedly blasphemous TikTok post. "Day by day, Pakistan is becoming a country where minorities aren't safe anymore," said Christian pastor Ghazala Shafiq.

PNP reassigns 6 police officials

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reassigned six ranking police officials effective on Tuesday, July 2. The reorganization is in line with PNP chief General Rommel Marbil’s order dated July 1. READ: PNP reshuffles 11 ranking police officials Below is the list of police officers and their new assignment, based on the order: Lieutenant General Jonnel Estomo – Commander of Area Police Command (APC)-Southern Luzon Major...

Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving

A Wigton man in his 70s died at the scene of the crash on the A595 at Bothel.

Ex-Boys' Brigade leader jailed for child sex abuse

Craig Menzies from Glasgow abused seven boys in his care between 1986 and 2004.

Welsh ministers try to stop ban on politicians lying

Minister warns law to make it illegal for politicians to lie could do more harm than good.

Thousands flee their homes as Israeli forces bomb southern Gaza

By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Mohammad Salem CAIRO/GAZA (Reuters) - Israeli forces bombarded several areas of the southern Gaza Strip on Tuesday and thousands of Palestinians fled their homes in what could be part of a final push of Israel's intensive military operations in nine months of war. Eight Palestinians were killed and dozens wounded, health officials said. Israel's military said that two

Lecturer killed in fire started by her mentally ill grandson

A retired academic was killed in a fire started by her mentally ill grandson just hours after police refused to detain him, an inquest heard.

PNP forms team to probe into the disappearance of beauty tilt bet, fiancé

MANILA, Philippines — A special investigation task group (SITG) was created to solve the case of Pampanga missing beauty pageant candidate and her Israeli fiancé, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Tuesday. In a press briefing, PNP spokesperson Col. Jean Fajardo said the formation of task group ‘Genesaac’ was in accordance with an order released by PNP Chief Gen. Rommel Marbil. READ: PNP: Persons of interest eyed in beauty pageant...

3 yachts linked to P9.68-B Batangas drug bust seized

The Bureau of Customs on Tuesday said it seized three private yachts, one of which was allegedly used to transport 1.4 tons of illegal drugs to Nasugbu, Batangas. According to a statement, the BOC, Philippine National Police (PNP) and Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) conducted a parallel investigation that led to the discovery of three undocumented yachts docked in Nasugbu, all under the ownership of one individual. The BOC said at...

Two arrested after McDonald's stabbing

Two men - aged 33 and 37 - have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, police say.

Kenya police use tear gas to disperse crowds after call for more demonstrations

By Aaron Ross and Jefferson Kahinju NAIROBI (Reuters) -Riot police used tear gas to disperse protesters in Kenya's capital Nairobi on Tuesday and demonstrations took place in other towns, after young activists called for more protests following a week of clashes in which dozens died. Reuters journalists saw clouds of tear gas on a main road through central Nairobi before midday, where riot

Shaughna Phillips says prisons are 'as bad as the NHS' after visiting baby's dad

Shaughna Phillips has opened up about visiting the father of her daughter who is currently serving a jail sentence after admitting conspiracy to supply 4.5kg of cocaine

You won't believe these bizarre prison rules and regulations

Serving time can be a very different experience depending on where you are in the world and which prison you end up in. Of course, being incarcerated is by no means a pleasant experience. Some institutions can make it a little bit more bearable for inmates, while others can make the experience not only unpleasant but dangerous. In this gallery, we explore some of the most bizarre prison rules and regulations from around the world, both past and present. Click on and prepare to be surprised.

673 pass Licensure Examination for Dentists

MANILA, Philippines — The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced that 673 out of 1,207 examinees passed the June 2024 Licensure Examination for Dentists. Nathaniel Delfin from the University of the Philippines-Manila topped the board exam with a rating of 82.97 percent, followed by two other UP-Manila graduates, Maxine Gonzales (82.76 percent) and Nicole Alvarez (82.57 percent) The written part of the examinations was held on June 8...

France’s Muslims fear for their futures as Le Pen’s far right party surges

Tensions are rising in France, home to one of Europe’s largest Muslim minorities, ahead of the snap election run-off.

UE welcomes free college entrance exam law for qualified students

MANILA, Philippines — The University of the East (UE) on Tuesday welcomed the passage of a law waiving college entrance fees for qualified indigent students as it underscores a commitment to prioritizing the future of children. Republic Act 12006, or the “Free College Entrance Examinations Act,” lapsed into law on June 14. “UE lauds the passage of the law making the college entrance test free for deserving poor students. For many of our youth, a...

Brother 'tried to save' missing boy, 14, from water

Daniel Halliday's family has released a statement saying his disappearance is their "worst fear".

Drugs gang jailed after cannabis raid on nightclub

Six men are jailed following a hearing at Ipswich Crown Court.

Marcos would likely be part of admin’s 2025 senatorial slate – Barbers

MANILA, Philippines — Senator Imee Marcos, sister of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., would likely be part of the administration’s senatorial slate for the 2025 elections, according to Surigao del Norte 2nd District Rep. Robert Ace Barbers. In a press briefing on Tuesday, Barbers was asked how Senator Marcos’ statement of being unsure if she will be part of the administration’s senatorial slate will affect the alliance of the Nacionalista Party...

Man jailed after 'worst case' of puppy neglect

A vet said she had never seen dogs in such awful bodily conditions, with four puppies euthanised.

'Consider ceasefire soon, Zelenski'

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban asked Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelensky during his visit to Kiev to consider a quick cease-fire. After all, that could speed up peace talks, according to Putin's Hungarian sympathizer. The Hungarian prime minister went on to say that his country would like to have much better bilateral relations with Ukraine and that his country is ready to participate in the modernization of Ukraine's economy. Orban is...

Arizona mother vanishes after going out for a jog and a swim

Kelly Paduchowski, 45, was reported as a missing person at 7.30pm on June 30 after she went for a run and swim at the Campbell Mesa Loop Trails during the day

PAOCC files complaints vs. 2 Chinese nationals for human trafficking

The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) on Tuesday filed complaints against several individuals in connection with the raided Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator (POGO) hub in Porac, Pampanga. Two Chinese nationals and 7 John Does were charged with violation of the Anti-Human Trafficking Act, robbery with violence against or intimidation of persons, serious physical injuries, and kidnapping and serious illegal detention. The...

CSCR tunnel: 3-wheeled vehicles barred from it starting July 18

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu South Coastal Road (CSCR) tunnel will temporarily prohibit three-wheeled and smaller vehicles from entering once the partial closure of the tunnel begins on July 18. Lawyer Kent Jongoy, assistant department head of the Cebu City Road Management Authority (CCRMA), discussed the upcoming rehabilitation and repair project, which would run for six to seven months. “We will be limiting the access of motorcycles....

PH, China seek deescalation of tensions in WPS

The Philippines and China sought Tuesday to deescalate and manage disputes in the West Philippine Sea amid the spike of violent confrontations between the two sides, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said. In a statement, the DFA said a bilateral meeting was held in Manila—the second for this year since January 17—where the two countries discussed the situation in the disputed waters, including the June 17 incident where Chinese Coast...

2 traffickers yield P340,000 shabu in Batangas City

LUCENA CITY — Police seized P340,000 worth of shabu (crystal meth) from two suspected drug traffickers arrested on Monday in Batangas City. The Region 4A police reported that members of the provincial police drug enforcement unit and local cops held “Christopher” and “Melcherd” at 10:05 p.m. after they sold P100,000 worth of shabu to an undercover cop in Barangay Alangilan. The suspects were found in alleged possession of one plastic sachet...

DFA condemns North Korea’s ballistic missile launch: It ‘provokes tensions’

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government has denounced the recent ballistic missile launch by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), also known as North Korea. A statement from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Tuesday said the launch on July 1 “provokes tensions and undermines economic progress, peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula and the Indo-Pacific region.” READ: North Korea launches a ballistic missile off...

Alleged brains behind Agusan mining exec’s slay falls

SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — A local businessman alleged to have masterminded the killing of retired Colonel Samuel Afdal, a gold miner in Agusan del Sur, was arrested by police on Monday afternoon in Bukidnon. Major Ralph Jezen Perez, police chief of Bunawan town, told Jay Solis in a live broadcast over 89.7 DXGP-FM radio on Tuesday that Ryan Mark Baylon, president of JB Earthmovers, Inc. was already in their hands after his arrest in a...

3 Chinese men nabbed in Angeles City yield P3.4M shabu

ANGELES CITY — Three Chinese men arrested Monday by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) yielded some P3,400,00 worth of shabu (crystal meth) in a sting operation in Balibago village in this city. The PDEA Region 3 report on Tuesday, July 2, said the buy-bust occurred at 10:50 p.m. at the Shanghai Building along MacArthur Highway, PDEA identified the arrested as Bin Da, 23; Hei Xiao; and Gua Xiao, 20. READ: 3 Chinese yield shabu ‘worth’...

Prison shower changes ordered after woman's death

Yasmin Adams was confined to her cell and appeared "unsettled" prior to her death.

PNP studying if Duterte liable for keeping mum on Quiboloy's location

The Philippine National Police is studying whether or not former President Rodrigo Duterte is liable for obstruction of justice after he said in a news conference that he knew the whereabouts of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy but added that it was a secret. According to Jonathan Andal's report on "24 Oras," spokesperson Police Colonel Jean Fajardo said the PNP would need to talk to Duterte regarding his remarks. “Obviously, ang isang tao na alam na ang...

British dad found dead in police station in Caribbean after being kicked out of hotel

Craig Reed, 40, struggled with mental health issues and alcoholism before he was found dead in a police station. But questions are still being raised around the circumstances of his death

Hospital bomb plotter guilty of terror charge

Mohammad Farooq planned to detonate a bomb at St James's Hospital in Leeds in January 2023, court hears.

AFP needs to modernize radar and surveillance systems first, Brawner says

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) should update first its radar systems and surveillance systems under the Horizon 3 phase of the modernization program, AFP chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. said Tuesday. “Dito naman sa Horizon 3, ngayon po dahil doon sa...Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept, kailangan talaga na i-project natin iyong defenses natin,” he said in an interview on Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon’s pre-SONA special. (Under...

Marcos should break his silence on Pogos – lawmakers

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his administration must state their stand on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (Pogos) amid calls to ban these in the country due to the social costs, two lawmakers said on Tuesday. Senator Risa Hontiveros and Surigao del Norte 2nd District Rep. Robert Ace Barbers, on separate occasions, said the administration must break its silence about Pogos as investigations show that many Pogos...

Putin revealed his navy’s weaknesses while speaking at a shipbuilding meeting

Vatican official: No communication between Pope Francis, PH on divorce

The Vatican has not reached out to the Philippines or local Catholic Church leaders regarding the proposed measure legalizing divorce in the country, which was recently approved by the House of Representatives. Archbishop Paul R. Gallagher, the Secretary for Relations with States of the Holy See, said Tuesday the issue has been left in the hands of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) and its bishops. "The teaching of the...

Countries that still have the death penalty

The death penalty, or capital punishment, is the state-enacted execution of a person as punishment for a capital crime. Historically, this form of punishment was used in almost every part of the world. But as we evolve in our ethics and recognize the flaws in our justice systems, more and more nations have abolished state executions and reformed their legal systems. However, out of almost 200 countries on Earth, 54 still enforce the death penalty. Click on to discover the countries where the state can still kill you for your crimes.

Measures for education recovery sought ahead of Angara’s DepEd leadership

The newly appointed head of the Department of Education (DepEd) will face a host of challenges. This was mentioned by the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) Philippines, a non-traditional teachers’ organization in the country focused on advocating for the welfare of education workers and students. They expressed hopes that the education crisis would be properly addressed with the […]