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2 Pinoy, kinumpirma ng DFA na nasawi sa malakas na lindol sa Myanmar

Venus L Peñaflor
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2 Pinoy, kinumpirma ng DFA na nasawi sa malakas na lindol sa Myanmar

MAYNILA. Kinumpirma ng Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) nitong Huwebes, Abril 10, na dalawang Pilipino na ang nasawi sa tumamang magnitude-7.7 na lindol sa Myanmar noong Marso 28.

“The Department of Foreign Affairs is informed by the Philippine Embassy in Yangon of the positive identification of the remains of a second confirmed Filipino victim of the powerful 7.7 earthquake which hit Myanmar last March 28,” ayon sa pahayag ng DFA.

Ayon pa sa DFA, naipabatid na sa pamilya ng biktima ang malungkot na balita. Gayunman, sa paggalang sa kagustuhan ng pamilya, hindi na isinapubliko ang karagdagang detalye tungkol sa pagkakakilanlan ng ikalawang nasawi.

“Out of respect for the wishes of the family, the Department is unable to provide any further details,” dagdag ng ahensya.

Nauna nang kinilala ng DFA nitong Miyerkules ang unang Pilipinong nasawi sa trahedya na si Francis Aragon, 38-anyos, na nagtatrabaho bilang physical education teacher sa Myanmar. Isa si Aragon sa apat na overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) na napaulat na nawawala matapos gumuho ang kanilang condominium building sa Mandalay dulot ng matinding lindol.

Sa ngayon, dalawa pa sa mga nawawalang Pilipino sa Mandalay ang hindi pa rin natatagpuan. Patuloy naman ang pag-asa ng DFA na makakaligtas pa ang natitirang mga nawawala.

“We continue to hope for the best for the remaining two Filipinos still unaccounted for in Mandalay, Myanmar,” ayon pa sa DFA.

Patuloy ang koordinasyon ng embahada ng Pilipinas sa Yangon sa mga lokal na awtoridad sa Myanmar para sa search and rescue operations, at upang mabigyan ng suporta ang mga apektadong Pilipino sa nasabing bansa.

MANILA, Philippines — Kinumpirma ng Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) nitong Huwebes, Abril 10, na dalawang Pilipino na ang nasawi sa tumamang magnitude-7.7 na lindol sa Myanmar noong Marso 28.

“The Department of Foreign Affairs is informed by the Philippine Embassy in Yangon of the positive identification of the remains of a second confirmed Filipino victim of the powerful 7.7 earthquake which hit Myanmar last March 28,” ayon sa pahayag ng DFA.

Ayon pa sa DFA, naipabatid na sa pamilya ng biktima ang malungkot na balita. Gayunman, sa paggalang sa kagustuhan ng pamilya, hindi na isinapubliko ang karagdagang detalye tungkol sa pagkakakilanlan ng ikalawang nasawi.

“Out of respect for the wishes of the family, the Department is unable to provide any further details,” dagdag ng ahensya.

Nauna nang kinilala ng DFA nitong Miyerkules ang unang Pilipinong nasawi sa trahedya na si Francis Aragon, 38-anyos, na nagtatrabaho bilang physical education teacher sa Myanmar. Isa si Aragon sa apat na overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) na napaulat na nawawala matapos gumuho ang kanilang condominium building sa Mandalay dulot ng matinding lindol.

Sa ngayon, dalawa pa sa mga nawawalang Pilipino sa Mandalay ang hindi pa rin natatagpuan. Patuloy naman ang pag-asa ng DFA na makakaligtas pa ang natitirang mga nawawala.

“We continue to hope for the best for the remaining two Filipinos still unaccounted for in Mandalay, Myanmar,” ayon pa sa DFA.

Patuloy ang koordinasyon ng embahada ng Pilipinas sa Yangon sa mga lokal na awtoridad sa Myanmar para sa search and rescue operations, at upang mabigyan ng suporta ang mga apektadong Pilipino sa nasabing bansa.

A 10-carat blue diamond headlines $100M exhibition in Abu Dhabi

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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A 10-carat blue diamond headlines $100M exhibition in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates. A stunning 10.57-carat blue diamond captivated gem enthusiasts and collectors alike as it took center stage at a high-profile exhibition in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, showcasing over $100 million worth of the world’s rarest and most valuable diamonds.

The gem, known as the “Bleu Royal,” is classified as a Fancy Vivid Blue — the highest possible color grading for blue diamonds by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Oval-shaped and internally flawless, the stone is among the largest of its kind ever to appear at a public display in the region.

The exhibition, hosted at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, features a curated selection of exceptional diamonds and colored gemstones from prestigious collections, including rare pinks, canary yellows, and vivid greens. Organized by Sotheby’s, the event aims to bring ultra-rare gems to a broader global audience while also highlighting Abu Dhabi’s growing presence in the international art and luxury market.

“This diamond is incredibly rare not just because of its size and clarity, but because vivid blue diamonds of this caliber are rarely seen outside of auctions or private vaults,” said Sotheby’s Middle East chairman, Katia Nounou Boueiz. “We are thrilled to present the Bleu Royal to the public in this extraordinary setting.”

The Bleu Royal was previously auctioned by Sotheby’s in Geneva in November 2023 for over $43.8 million. It was mounted in a ring setting and remains one of the most valuable blue diamonds ever sold at auction.

Aside from the Bleu Royal, other gems on display include:

  • A 15.3-carat Fancy Vivid Pink diamond, considered a sister stone to the famed Pink Star.
  • An 18-carat D-Flawless white diamond from Botswana, known for its unparalleled brilliance.
  • A 12.1-carat Fancy Intense Green diamond reportedly sourced from Brazil.

Collectors and high-profile visitors from across the Gulf region and beyond are expected to attend the limited-time exhibit, which runs until April 15.

Security around the exhibit is exceptionally tight, with 24-hour surveillance and strict access control measures in place.

The display marks a continued effort by the UAE to position itself not just as a global business and tourism hub but also as a premier destination for world-class art, culture, and high jewelry.

President Marcos leads Araw ng Kagitingan rites in Bataan

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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President Marcos leads Araw ng Kagitingan rites in Bataan

MANILA. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the 83rd Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) commemoration earlier today at the Dambana ng Kagitingan (Shrine of Valor) on Mount Samat in Pilar, Bataan, honoring the bravery of Filipino and American soldiers during World War II.

Marcos, alongside national and local officials, surviving veterans, and their families, participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the historic site. According to the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO),

“The President also delivered a speech reaffirming the government’s commitment to the welfare of the Filipino veterans.”

This year’s commemoration carried the theme: “Kabayanihan ng Beterano: Sandigan ng Kaunlaran ng Bagong Pilipinas” (Heroism of Veterans: The Foundation of the Development of the New Philippines).

Nationwide Tributes

The commemoration, which began on April 5, included various events such as the Freedom March from Bataan to Capas, a medical mission in Laguna, the Bataan Death March memorial in New Mexico, and a special film screening and student competitions.

A joint tribute was held at the Capas National Shrine, and the commemorative week will conclude with a sunset ceremony on April 11 at the Libingan ng mga Bayani, featuring a Eucharistic mass and veterans’ family testimonials. The “Faces of Valor” exhibit will run at the University of Santo Tomas from April 21 to 30.

Security Measures

To ensure safety, Central Luzon police and the AFP had implemented full security at Mount Samat, with PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo is confirming full deployment and crowd control measures in anticipation of the President’s attendance.

Calls for Modern Heroism

Vice President Sara Duterte called on Filipinos to draw inspiration from the courage shown during the Battle of Bataan:

“Sa Bataan, nagtagumpay ang mga Pilipino sa pag-asa at lakas nitong magpatuloy sa kabila ng hirap.”

“Ipagdiwang natin ang kanilang alaala sa pamamagitan ng pagbubuo ng isang bansang hindi na kailanman muling dadaan sa ganitong pagdurusa.”

Senate President Francis Escudero also paid tribute:

“Inaalala natin ang buhay ng mga Pilipinong nagbuwis ng kanilang sarili para sa kalayaan at dangal ng ating bayan.”

He urged Filipinos to become modern-day heroes through unity and compassion.

20 Pinoy crew sakay sa barkong may kargang ‘cocaine’ na naharang sa South Korea

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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20 Pinoy crew sakay sa barkong may kargang ‘cocaine’ na naharang sa South Korea

MAYNILA. Isang barko na pinamumunuan ng 20 Filipino seafarers, kabilang ang kapitan, ang naharang sa South Korea matapos matagpuan dito ang tone-toneladang hinihinalang cocaine — isa umanong pinakamalaking drug haul sa kasaysayan ng bansa, ayon sa Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).

Sa pahayag ni DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac nitong Martes, inihayag niyang patuloy pa ring iniimbestigahan ng mga awtoridad ang antas ng pagkakasangkot ng mga Pinoy crew members. “Iniimbestigahan pa kung meron pang ibang kasama o sangkot na tripulante at kung ano ang naging role nila sa insidente,” ani Cacdac.

Ayon sa ulat, natagpuan ng South Korean authorities ang mahigit 50 kahon ng umano’y cocaine na tumitimbang ng tinatayang dalawang tonelada, nakatago sa isang compartment sa engine room ng cargo vessel na M/V Lunita.

Nagmula ang impormasyon ukol sa kontrabando mula sa US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) at Homeland Security Investigations, dahilan para bantayan ang pagdating ng barko sa South Korea.

Ang M/V Lunita, na may Norwegian flag, ay nagmula sa Mexico at dumaan sa mga bansang Ecuador, Panama, at China, bago ito dumaong sa South Korea.

Kinumpirma naman ng J.J. Ugland Companies, ang shipping company na may-ari ng barko, na mga Pilipino ang bumubuo ng crew. Sa kanilang pahayag, sinabi ng kompanya:

“It is unclear how the drugs came aboard our vessel. We are working with relevant authorities to assist in the investigation, both in South Korea and in other affected jurisdictions.”

Sa kasalukuyan, mayroong abogado mula sa shipowner na nagbibigay ng legal assistance sa mga tripulante. Ngunit ayon kay Cacdac, magpapadala rin ang gobyerno ng Pilipinas ng sarili nitong abogado sa loob ng dalawang linggo upang matiyak ang proteksyon ng karapatan ng mga crew.

Nakikipag-ugnayan na rin ang DMW sa mga pamilya ng mga tripulante para sa kaukulang suporta at impormasyon.

Patuloy pa ang imbestigasyon habang nakatutok ang mga international at lokal na awtoridad sa isa na namang kontrobersyal na kaso ng drug trafficking sa karagatan.

Over 60 dead, 160 injured in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Over 60 dead, 160 injured in Dominican Republic nightclub roof collapse

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic. A festive night turned into horror when the roof of the iconic Jet Set nightclub in the Dominican capital collapsed early Tuesday during a merengue concert, killing at least 66 people and injuring more than 160, according to authorities.

The disaster occurred just before 1:00 a.m. at the one-story venue packed with attendees, including politicians, athletes, and music fans. Juan Manuel Méndez, director of the Center of Emergency Operations, confirmed the rising death toll and said rescue crews worked through the day searching for survivors.

“We presume that many of them are still alive, and that is why the authorities here will not give up until not a single person remains under that rubble,” Méndez said.

More than 12 hours after the collapse, rescuers were still combing through the debris, using drills, saws, and makeshift wooden planks to reach people trapped beneath the wreckage.

Politicians and Celebrities Among the Victims

Among the deceased was Nelsy Cruz, governor of the northwestern province of Montecristi and sister of Major League Baseball star Nelson Cruz. According to First Lady Raquel Abraje, Nelsy Cruz called President Luis Abinader at 12:49 a.m., saying she was trapped and the roof had collapsed. She was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

“This is too great a tragedy,” said Abraje, her voice breaking during a press briefing.

The Professional Baseball League of the Dominican Republic confirmed the deaths of two prominent athletes: Octavio Dotel, a 51-year-old former MLB pitcher, and Tony Enrique Blanco Cabrera, a Dominican baseball player. League spokesman Satosky Terrero said both were inside the club when it collapsed.

Bray Vargas, a national lawmaker, was among those injured.

Merengue Star Missing, Band Member Killed

Merengue singer Rubby Pérez, who was performing when the roof caved in, was initially thought to have survived. But later on Tuesday, Méndez said that rescue crews were still searching for him.

Pérez’s manager, Enrique Paulino, who emerged bloodied from the scene, said the show started shortly before midnight. The collapse occurred nearly an hour later, killing the band’s saxophonist.

“It happened so quickly. I managed to throw myself into a corner,” Paulino recalled. “At first, I thought it was an earthquake.”

Cause of Collapse Still Unknown

Authorities have not yet determined what caused the collapse or when the building was last inspected. The nightclub issued a statement expressing its condolences and cooperation with investigators. The club’s owner, Antonio Espaillat, who was abroad at the time, returned to the country Tuesday night.

“There are no words to express the pain this event has caused. What happened has been devastating for everyone,” Espaillat said.

A Nation in Mourning

As the search continued, a makeshift morgue was set up near the nightclub, and more than 120 people lined up at various blood banks to donate. Officials at hospitals read aloud the names of survivors to anxious crowds gathered outside, while loved ones waited at the National Institute of Forensic Pathology to identify the dead.

Manuel Olivo Ortiz, whose son attended the concert, stood outside the club in anguish:
“We’re holding on only to God,” he said.

Massiel Cuevas, godmother of 22-year-old Darlenys Batista, expressed determination:
“I’m waiting for her. She’s in there, I know she’s in there.”

Presidential Response

President Luis Abinader visited the site Tuesday afternoon and offered comfort to those awaiting news.
“We have faith in God that we will rescue even more people alive,” he told reporters.
He also posted on X:
“We deeply regret the tragedy that occurred at the Jet Set nightclub. We have been following the incident minute by minute since it occurred.”

As of Tuesday evening, officials said the rescue efforts would continue through the night, with priority given to three key areas where “we’re hearing some sounds,” according to Méndez.

Rescue workers search for survivors at the Jet Set nightclub after its roof collapsed during a merengue concert in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Tuesday, April 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Eddy Vittini)

Barilan sa campaign sortie: Kapitan at kandidato sa SB patay sa Abra

Venus L Peñaflor
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Barilan sa campaign sortie: Kapitan at kandidato sa SB patay sa Abra

LAGANGILANG, ABRA. Nauwi sa trahedya ang isang campaign sortie sa Barangay Nagtupacan, Lagangilang, Abra nitong Lunes ng gabi, matapos masawi ang dalawang personalidad na kabilang sa magkahiwalay na political groups — isang barangay chairman at isang kandidato sa Sangguniang Bayan.

Kinilala ng pulisya ang mga nasawi na sina Barangay Chairman Lou Salvador Claro, 57-anyos, at SB candidate Manzano Bersalona Agdalpen.

Batay sa imbestigasyon ng Lagangilang Municipal Police Station, bandang alas-6:50 ng gabi ay kasalukuyang nangangampanya si Agdalpen kasama ang kanyang mga kasamahan sa “Team ASENSO” nang bigla niyang suntukin si Rommel Apolinar, na umano’y nakatayo lamang malapit sa kanilang grupo.

Dahil dito, agad na umalis si Apolinar at nagtungo kay Chairman Claro, isang retiradong pulis at kilalang kaalyado ng “Team PROGRESO” nina incumbent Abra Representative Menchie Bernos at gubernatorial bet Eustaquio Bersamin, upang isumbong ang insidente.

Kaagad namang nagtungo si Chairman Claro kasama si Apolinar sa lugar upang “pahupain” ang tensyon, ayon sa ulat ng pulisya. Subalit sa halip na humupa ang gulo, muling sinuntok umano ni Agdalpen si Apolinar sa mukha. Gumanti ng suntok si Apolinar at sa gitna ng komosyon, tinulak umano ni Agdalpen si Chairman Claro na umaawat, at saka ito binaril gamit ang baril na kanyang dala.

Nang tamaan ng bala si Chairman Claro, isang hindi pa nakikilalang suspek ang agad namang bumaril kay Agdalpen.

Mabilis na isinugod si Agdalpen sa Abra Provincial Hospital habang dinala si Chairman Claro sa Seares Hospital sa Bangued. Ngunit parehong idineklara silang dead-on-arrival sa kanilang pagdating sa ospital.

Naging kontrobersyal ang insidente lalo na’t magkalaban sa politika ang mga sangkot. Si Agdalpen ay miyembro ng “Team ASENSO” habang si Chairman Claro ay kaalyado ng “Team PROGRESO”.

Iniulat ng pulisya na may halos isang oras bago naiparating sa kanila ang insidente.

Patuloy ang imbestigasyon ng mga awtoridad upang matukoy ang hindi pa nakikilalang suspek na bumaril kay Agdalpen, at upang alamin kung may kinalaman sa pulitika ang motibo ng pamamaril.

Voice restored: Stroke survivor speaks again through breakthrough brain implant

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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Voice restored: Stroke survivor speaks again through breakthrough brain implant

In a groundbreaking development, scientists have successfully helped a woman speak again after 18 years of silence, using an experimental brain-computer interface (BCI) that translates thoughts into spoken words in real time.

The subject of the study, a 47-year-old woman with quadriplegia caused by a stroke, had been unable to speak for nearly two decades. But thanks to a team of researchers in California, she is now regaining her voice, literally. The findings were published Monday in Nature Neuroscience.

The experimental device, implanted during surgery as part of a clinical trial, decodes neural signals in the brain’s speech center and transforms them into verbalized sentences almost instantly.

“It converts her intent to speak into fluent sentences,” said Gopala Anumanchipalli, a co-author of the study and a researcher at the University of California, Berkeley.

Unlike other BCIs that experience delays between thought and speech output, the new system offers near-instantaneous verbalization, an innovation that scientists say significantly enhances the natural flow of conversation.

“This is a pretty big advance in our field,” noted Jonathan Brumberg of the Speech and Applied Neuroscience Lab at the University of Kansas, who was not involved in the study.

To build the system, scientists recorded the woman’s brain activity as she silently attempted to speak specific sentences. Using a set of pre-injury voice recordings, the researchers developed a customized synthesizer to recreate her natural voice. An artificial intelligence model was then trained to translate brain signals into phonemes, basic sound units of speech.

“It’s not waiting for a sentence to finish,” Anumanchipalli explained. “It’s processing it on the fly.” He described it as a “streaming approach,” where each 80-millisecond segment—roughly half a syllable—is immediately fed into a recorder.

The implant is positioned directly on the brain’s speech center, where it continuously picks up neural signals that are decoded and assembled into spoken words. The system functions much like real-time transcription tools used for meetings and phone calls but tailored to the unique neural patterns of the individual.

According to Brumberg, decoding speech at such rapid speeds is essential for preserving the natural rhythm and pace of conversation. The incorporation of voice samples from the individual also enhances the authenticity of the spoken output. “That would be a significant advance in the naturalness of speech,” he said.

The project received partial funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and while recent NIH budget cuts have affected many research initiatives, Anumanchipalli confirmed this study was not among them.

He emphasized that while the device is still in early experimental stages, with “sustained investments,” the technology could be available to patients within a decade.

The success of this clinical trial not only marks a hopeful breakthrough for those suffering from speech loss due to injury or illness, it also opens up transformative possibilities in human communication powered by neuroscience and AI.

Journalist killed in Israeli strike on Gaza media tent outside hospital

Venus L Peñaflor
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Journalist killed in Israeli strike on Gaza media tent outside hospital

GAZA CITY. An Israeli airstrike hit a media tent outside one of Gaza’s largest hospitals overnight, killing a local journalist and at least one other person, and wounding nine others, including six journalists, according to Palestinian medical officials.

The attack occurred near the Al-Shifa and Nasser hospitals, which have become central shelters for thousands of displaced Palestinians amid ongoing bombardment and military operations.

The slain journalist, who was not immediately named, was reporting from the scene when the strike occurred. Palestinian medics said the strike targeted temporary tents where journalists had been staying to cover the escalating violence.

The incident was part of a wider string of Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip overnight that reportedly killed over 30 people, most of them women and children, according to hospital officials.

Israel resumed full-scale military operations in Gaza in March, ending a temporary ceasefire with Hamas. Since then, Israel has halted all food, fuel, and humanitarian aid from entering the territory. Human rights organizations have condemned the blockade, calling it a potential war crime under international law.

Israel has also issued successive displacement orders, forcing hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to flee under the threat of renewed bombardment and ground raids.

According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, Israel’s 18-month military campaign has killed more than 50,000 Palestinians, a majority of them women and children.

Israel maintains that the war will continue until Hamas surrenders its remaining hostages, disarms, and withdraws from Gaza.

Kanlaon Volcano, pumutok! PHIVOLCS kumpirmadong may explosive eruption sa Negros

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Kanlaon Volcano, pumutok! PHIVOLCS kumpirmadong may explosive eruption sa Negros

NEGROS ISLAND. Isang explosive eruption ang naitala sa Bulkang Kanlaon nitong Martes ng umaga, ayon sa Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).

Sa isang Facebook post ng ahensya, sinabi nito: “ATM: Explosive eruption at Kanlaon Volcano ongoing. Details to be released.”

Kinumpirma ni Mariton Bornas, hepe ng PHIVOLCS Volcano Monitoring and Eruption Prediction Division, na nagsimula ang pagsabog bandang alas-5:51 ng umaga.

Makapal na usok at abo ang nakita mula sa bunganga ng bulkan, na ayon kay Bornas ay tinangay ng hangin papuntang timog-kanluran.

Nakunan din ng ulat ang pagdaloy ng pyroclastic density currents (PDC) pababa sa katimugang bahagi ng bulkan, mga super-init na gas at abo na maaaring magdulot ng panganib sa mga nasa paligid.

“Humihina na ngayon ang pagputok pero ongoing. Medyo mabagal ‘yung pag-akyat ng plume ngayon,” ani Bornas.
“Patuloy ang mabagal na pagbuga ng abo… Binabantayan po natin,” dagdag pa niya.

Bandang 7:02 a.m., naglabas ng update ang PHIVOLCS sa X (dating Twitter) na nagtapos na ang explosive eruption.

“This is a notice for the end of the explosive eruption that began at 5:51 AM today, 8 April 2025,” ayon sa kanilang post.

Bagama’t nagtapos na ang pagputok, nananatili pa rin sa Alert Level 3 ang Kanlaon Volcano batay sa pinakahuling PHIVOLCS bulletin na sumasaklaw mula alas-12 a.m. ng Lunes hanggang alas-12 a.m. ng Martes.

Muling paalala ng PHIVOLCS sa publiko na kailangang lumikas sa loob ng anim na kilometrong radius danger zone, habang mariin namang sinabi ni Bornas na: “Walang dapat na tao sa loob ng four-kilometer radius permanent danger zone.”

Noong Lunes, naitala ang 14 volcanic earthquakes, at pagbuga ng usok na umabot sa 300 metro ang taas, gayundin ang 1,655 toneladang sulfur dioxide emission mula sa bulkan.

Matatandaang matapos ang halos pitong taon ng pananahimik, muling sumabog ang Bulkang Kanlaon noong Hunyo 3, 2024 at Disyembre 9, 2024.

Patuloy na pinag-iingat ng mga awtoridad ang mga residente ng Negros Oriental at Negros Occidental habang bantay-sarado ang kilos ng bulkan.

Minenos ang Star For All Seasons?Kandidato sa Batangas, sinita ng Comelec sa ‘laos’ na banat kay Vilma Santos

Venus L Peñaflor
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Minenos ang Star For All Seasons?Kandidato sa Batangas, sinita ng Comelec sa ‘laos’ na banat kay Vilma Santos

BATANGAS CITY. Inisyuhan ng show cause order ng Commission on Elections (Comelec) si Vice Mayor Jay Ilagan ng Mataas na Kahoy, Batangas, kaugnay ng kanyang kontrobersyal na pahayag laban kay Vilma Santos, na tumatakbo ring gobernador sa lalawigan.

Ayon sa Comelec, may tatlong araw lamang si Ilagan upang magpaliwanag kung bakit hindi siya dapat patawan ng parusa, kasunod ng kanyang naging pahayag sa isang campaign rally noong Marso 29.

Sa naturang pagtitipon, sinabi umano ni Ilagan:

“Hindi ako natatakot na makalaban si Vilma Santos dahil laos na siya.”

Dagdag pa niya:

“Marami-rami sa mga tagahanga ni Vilma Santos ay namamahinga na at ang iba ay may edad na.”

Ayon sa Comelec, ang mga pahayag na ito ay posibleng lumabag sa Comelec Resolution No. 11116, partikular sa probisyon nito ukol sa Anti-Discrimination and Fair Campaigning. Itinuturing ng komisyon na hindi patas at may bahid ng diskriminasyon ang pagbabanggit ni Ilagan sa edad ng mga tagasuporta ni Santos.

Binigyang-diin ng Comelec na kung mabibigong makapagpaliwanag nang maayos si Ilagan, maaari siyang masampahan ng election offense at posibleng madiskwalipika sa kanyang kandidatura ngayong halalan.

Wala pang opisyal na pahayag mula kay Ilagan hinggil sa isyu. Samantala, nananatiling tahimik din sa ngayon ang kampo ni Vilma Santos.

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