Comelec halts printing of ballots for May polls

Hello, reader! Today, we're covering the DOJ's response to the INC rally's impact on VP Duterte's probe, the potential peso depreciation, and Comelec's halt on ballot printing for the 2025 polls.͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌

UPDATE PREFERENCES ­ January 15, 2024 ­ Hello, reader! Today, we're covering the DOJ's response to the INC rally's impact on VP Duterte's probe, the potential peso depreciation, and Comelec's halt on ballot printing for the 2025 polls. ­ Comelec halts printing of ballots for May polls Comelec announced on Tuesday that it was immediately stopping the printing of 73 million official ballots for the May 12 elections after the Supreme Court issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) preventing it from disqualifying five candidates, among them former Caloocan Rep. Edgar Erice. ­ Read the full story ­ PNP defends self after DILG chief smells 'conspiracy' The PNP parried on Tuesday suspicions coming from no less than Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla that there had been a "grand conspiracy" within its ranks to conceal criminal activities involving its members. ­ Read more ­ BMI: Peso fall below 60 vs $1 still possible A peso depreciation to below the 60:$1 level remains a possibility, especially if US President-elect Donald Trump would surprise markets by adopting policies that are more protectionist than what he had threatened to do before, BMI Research said. ­ Read more ­ INC rally won't influence probe vs VP Duterte, says DOJ The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) peace rally that drew almost 2 million people in support of President Marcos' opposition to moves to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte would not influence the government's ongoing investigation against her, the Department of Justice (DOJ) said on Tuesday. ­ Read more ­ Marcos to DOH: Zero subsidy shouldn't hobble PhilHealth President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday directed the Department of Health (DOH) to ensure that the services of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) for its nonpaying members will not be affected by the lack of a government subsidy in the 2025 national budget. ­ Read more ­ ­ EDITORIAL: Era of hybrid work setups The pandemic is now in the rearview mirror, but many local corporations have chosen to keep these new work arrangements as they have proven to be beneficial to their bottom line. These have allowed their employees to stay productive while improving morale and fostering loyalty, enabling companies to attract and keep the talent that they need to chart their next growth course. ­ Read more ­ ­ Other must-reads   How to prepare your devices for natural disasters and emergencies Meralco forces outage of NorthPort offense, stops 'real deal' top squad Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, says she is in remission from cancer How teen star Sofia Pablo paints her worries away Rufa Mae kay Willie: Maraming salamat for giving me help, help hooray! Vic sa ilang dekada sa showbiz: 'Wag kang mang-apak ng iba, 'wag kang maangas Visit INQUIRER.net for more latest news ­ Follow us on social: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ INQUIRER.net  3rd Floor Media Resource Plaza Building 2530 Mola corner Pasong Tirad Streets La Paz, Makati City 1204Tel. No. +632-5192800 You've received it because you've subscribed to our newsletter. View in browser | Unsubscribe | Update preferences

Southern California braces for extreme fire threat as Santa Ana winds return

Hi, reader! Today, we're covering the PH-Japan-US pledge to deepen trilateral ties, lower SRP for imported rice, and Southern California's wildfire threats amid returning Santa Ana winds.͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌

UPDATE PREFERENCES ­ January 14, 2024 ­ Hi, reader! Today, we're covering the PH-Japan-US pledge to deepen trilateral ties, lower SRP for imported rice, and Southern California's wildfire threats amid returning Santa Ana winds. ­ Southern California braces for extreme fire threat as Santa Ana winds return As the death toll from the Los Angeles County wildfires continues climbing — currently at 24 — firefighters were bracing Monday for the return of dangerous Santa Ana winds that could test containment lines around the Palisades and Eaton fires and potentially spark new blazes. ­ Read the full story ­ PH, Japan, US confident of growing trilateral ties President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., US President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba vowed on Monday during a video call to further deepen cooperation under a trilateral arrangement in the face of rising tensions in Asia's waters. ­ Read more ­ PhilHealth benefits now cover outpatient emergency services The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) will now pay for emergency procedures and other services for patients who do not need to be confined in hospitals. ­ Read more ­ Lower retail prices of imported rice seen The government may cut the maximum suggested retail price (SRP) for imported rice if the "sharp decline" in global prices continues, an agriculture official said on Monday. ­ Read more ­ 'Show of force': 1.8M join INC peace rally The Christian sect Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) has flexed its muscles, mustering a mammoth crowd of almost 2 million for its peace rally on Monday, and an apparent forewarning of what numbers the religious group could gather for those seeking posts in the upcoming midterm elections. ­ Read more ­ ­ EDITORIAL: 'Security theater' in PH elections For law enforcers to effectively secure the elections, it's imperative that they move beyond performative actions and focus on real solutions that strike at the core of poll violence... These steps will take time, energy, and resources, but by adopting a smart, targeted approach, the government can genuinely improve public safety during the elections, while demonstrating that its law enforcers are capable of more than just "security theater." ­ Read more ­ ­ Other must-reads   Philippine AI regulations and its high-tech future Beermen looking to wriggle out of tight spot as conference energy turns up for elimination homestretch 10 Chinese New Year traditions everyone should know about Karylle slams campaign gimmicks: 'Voters deserve more than jingles' Visit INQUIRER.net for more latest news ­ Follow us on social: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ INQUIRER.net  3rd Floor Media Resource Plaza Building 2530 Mola corner Pasong Tirad Streets La Paz, Makati City 1204Tel. No. +632-5192800 You've received it because you've subscribed to our newsletter. View in browser | Unsubscribe | Update preferences