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Sat, 27 Aug 2022 15:53:00 +0800
Anti-cybercrime group busts vloggers, social media influencers for viral videos defacing banknotes
“Let this serve as a warning to all media influencers or vloggers to be mindful of the content that you post in social media. Having numerous followers and viewers does not guarantee that you are free to violate any laws of the land," Doria said.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:14:00 +0800
PNP denies visits for detained ex-senator De Lima's birthday
"It is outrageous! We were on our way to visit Leila de Lima on her birthday when our request made weeks ago was just now verbally disapproved. I and my husband [and] others all barred. Too much! She’s not convicted, not allowed a phone, and now t...

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:53:00 +0800
All passengers, crew in Batangas ferry fire now accounted for, PCG says
"The joint team is checking if the two pax are still missing; were rescued and immediately went home before documentation, or their names were repeated on the list," the PCG told reporters in a text message. 

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:36:00 +0800
After disowning red-tagging posts, PNP cries foul over 'fake news' on social media resurfacing solved cases
“I call the attention of our public to be more mindful of what we are posting in our social media sites and refrain from spreading unverified information from unknown sources that may lead to public disturbance, panic, and confusion," Azurin said.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800
Economic managers brief House on P5.268 trillion national budget
President Marcos’ economic managers briefed leaders of the House of Representatives yesterday on the proposed P5.268-trillion budget for 2023, presenting it as a springboard for economic recovery in post-pandemic times.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800
PAGASA monitoring LPA off Bicol
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration is monitoring a low-pressure area off the shores of Bicol that will bring rains over parts of Eastern Luzon and the Visayas.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800
COVID-19 cases declining across the country – DOH
COVID-19 cases in the country, including in the National Capital Region, are on a decline, the Department of Health reported yesterday.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800
Source of 4th monkeypox case still unknown
It might take a little longer to identify the source of infection of the country’s fourth monkeypox case, the Department of Health said yesterday.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800
Lawmaker wants stronger, expanded coverage of Anti-Bullying Law
A neophyte lawmaker has filed a bill in the House of Representatives that will amend the Anti-Bullying Law by expanding its coverage beyond school premises and giving it more teeth by way of stiffer penal provisions.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0800
Senate sees passage of revised SIM card bill
The SIM Card Registration Bill is expected to hurdle the Senate quickly, given the support of a majority of members of the chamber, Sen. Grace Poe said yesterday.



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