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Tuesday 17 September 2024

Pagcor exec tags ex-PNP chief in Pogo ‘payroll’ talk

September 18, 2024

Hi, reader! Today, we're covering allegations linking a former PNP chief to a Pogo payroll scheme, calls for U.S. assistance in the West Philippine Sea, and delays in the Teves extradition case.

Pagcor exec tags ex-PNP chief in Pogo 'payroll' talk

A retired chief of the Philippine National Police was among the senior law enforcement officers who were allegedly on the "monthly payroll" of Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos), the head of security of the state-owned Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (Pagcor) told senators on Tuesday.

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US role pushed to help PH missions, deter China reclamation

With the increasing Chinese presence at Escoda (Sabina) Shoal blocking supply missions to Filipino troops stationed in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippine government should now accept the offer of the United States to escort its ships in the disputed waters, former Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio said on Tuesday.

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SEC calls for greater ownership transparency across Southeast Asia

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is pushing for more transparency reforms in the country and across Southeast Asia, particularly through disclosures of beneficial ownership data, to promote "financial integrity" and combat corruption.

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Cheaper plane tickets await passengers in October

Plane fares will continue to go down next month with the implementation of the year-low fuel surcharge, a welcome development that is seen to further boost travel during the holiday season.

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'New proceedings' seen to delay Teves' extradition

The anticipated return of expelled lawmaker Arnolfo Teves Jr. to the Philippines faces further delay as his extradition case in Timor-Leste must undergo "new proceedings," the Department of Justice (DOJ) said on Tuesday.

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EDITORIAL: Welcoming Chinese investments

While welcoming these economic investments, the government must ensure that these Chinese investments would have no deleterious implications to our national security and national interest like those initiated during the Duterte administration.

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More firms tied to Alice Guo, Mayor Calugay unveiled in Senate probe

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September 17, 2024

Hello, reader! Today, we're covering new firms linked to Alice Guo revealed in the Senate probe, Mayor Dong Calugay's denial of any relationship with Guo, and live updates on Tropical Depression Gener.

More firms tied to Alice Guo, Mayor Calugay unveiled in Senate probe

The Senate inquiry into Alice Guo's case took another turn on Tuesday as Sen. Risa Hontiveros revealed that five more businesses appear to be registered under the names of dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo and Sual, Pangasinan Mayor Dong Calugay.

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PCG on Escoda: 'We did not abandon anything'

The Philippine Coast Guard said that it had not given up on Escoda Shoal, which has emerged as a new flashpoint in the West Philippine Sea, despite pulling out its ship there after a record-setting five months of deployment.

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Sual Mayor Dong Calugay denies relationship with Alice Guo

Sual Mayor Liseldo "Dong" Calugay denied on Tuesday that he had a relationship with dismissed Bamban Mayor Alice Guo (real name: Guo Hua Ping), stating that they are just "friends."

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LIVE UPDATES: Tropical Depression Gener, Tropical Storm Pulasan

Bookmark this live page to stay updated with the latest news on Tropical Depression Gener and Tropical Storm Pulasan.

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PH a middle class country? Target still elusive

The vision, which originated from the National Economic Development Authority (Neda)-initiated "AmBisyon Natin 2040" project that began in 2015, aims to ensure that all Filipinos lead a secure, comfortable, and flourishing life.

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EDITORIAL: Double whammy for PH eco warriors

Once again, the Philippines has earned the title and disgrace of being Asia's most dangerous hotspot for environmental defenders, based on the latest report of the international watchdog Global Witness.

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