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Apat na Pinoy sa hinarang na barko ng Iran, ligtas

Iniulat ng Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) na nasa ligtas na kalagayan ang apat na Pilipino na sakay ng container ship na MSC Aries, na kamakailan ay hinuli ng mga awtoridad sa Iran.

Sa pahayag ni DMW Officer-In-Charge (OIC) Hans Leo Cacdac, sinabi niyang ayon sa pinakabagong impormasyon na kanilang natanggap, ang lahat ng hindi pinangalanang tripulante ay “safe and sound”. Kasalukuyan pa rin silang nakaangkla sa Port of Iran.

Sinabi ni Cacdac na patuloy silang humihingi ng pagkakataon na makausap ang mga naturang Pinoy, pati na rin ang kanilang mga pamilya. Nakumpirma rin nila na nakipag-ugnayan na ang DMW sa mga kamag-anak ang mga tripulante at tiniyak na bibigyan sila ng buong suporta ng pamahalaan.

Nag-uugnay na rin ang DMW sa Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) para sa diplomatikong pakikipagpulong sa pamahalaan ng Iran. Gayunpaman, hindi pa nila maibigay ang eksaktong oras kung kailan nila makakausap ang mga Pinoy at kung kailan sila papayagang makauwi ng Pilipinas.

Batay sa ulat, 2:30 ng hapon noong Sabado habang naglalayag ang MSC Aries patungong India mula sa Abu Dhabi, sumampa ang Iranian Navy sa barko at sinamsam at dinala sa Iran.

Sydney’s second stabbing incident in 3 days leaves several injured

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SYDNEY. Sydney witnessed yet another mass stabbing, this time during a church service in the suburb of Wakeley on Monday. The attack, which left at least four people wounded, including a bishop, has sent shockwaves through the community, reigniting fears following a similar incident just three days prior in the Bondi area.

Eyewitnesses recounted scenes of horror as a man, yet to be identified, launched a knife attack during the service at Christ The Good Shepherd Church. Videos circulating online captured the chilling moment when the assailant, clad in a black jumper, approached the altar and viciously stabbed Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel multiple times, sending the congregation into a frenzy of screams and panic.

In the aftermath of the attack, tensions escalated outside the church as enraged residents clashed with police, demanding justice. Authorities swiftly apprehended a suspect and transported him to an undisclosed location for questioning.

While the motive behind the attack remains unclear, the community has rallied around the injured, including Bishop Emmanuel and Father Isaac Royel, both of whom were among those harmed. The New South Wales ambulance service confirmed that the wounded, though suffering non-life-threatening injuries, required immediate medical attention.

Bishop Emmanuel, a prominent figure in the Assyrian church, has garnered widespread attention on social media for his impassioned sermons. However, his outspoken views, particularly regarding COVID-19 lockdowns and the origins of international organizations, have stirred controversy in the past.

The incident has prompted swift condemnation from various religious and community leaders, with calls for unity and calm echoing across social media platforms. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns urged the community to remain composed and cooperate with law enforcement efforts in the wake of the tragedy.

As the investigation unfolds, Sydney grapples with the sobering reality of violence invading sacred spaces, leaving scars that will undoubtedly take time to heal.

World leaders urge Israel to refrain from retaliating against the Iranian drone and missile attack

In the wake of Iran’s unprecedented drone and missile assault on Israel, world leaders are issuing calls for restraint, urging Israel to refrain from retaliatory actions that could escalate tensions further.

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron, speaking to the BBC on Monday, emphasized the UK’s stance against retaliatory strikes, stating, “We do not support a retaliatory strike.” French President Emmanuel Macron echoed this sentiment, expressing Paris’s commitment to persuading Israel against escalating the situation.

The Iranian attack, occurring less than two weeks after a suspected Israeli strike in Syria that resulted in the deaths of two Iranian generals, marks the first direct military assault by Iran on Israel despite decades of hostility dating back to the Islamic Revolution of 1979.

According to an Israeli military spokesman, the country successfully intercepted 99% of the drones and missiles launched by Iran, mitigating the impact of the attack.

Tensions between Israel and Iran have been mounting, particularly amid Israel’s six-month conflict with Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip. The conflict erupted following a cross-border attack by Hamas and Islamic Jihad, both supported by Iran, which resulted in significant casualties and abductions.

As Israel weighs its response to the Iranian aggression, global leaders emphasize the importance of de-escalating the situation to prevent further bloodshed and instability in the region.

P13.3 bilyong halaga ng droga naharang sa Batangas checkpoint

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ALITAGTAG, Batangas. Naharang ng mga awtoridad ang humigit-kumulang na P13.3 bilyong halaga ng droga na lulan ng isang pampasaherong van sa isang checkpoint sa Barangay Pinagkurusan, bayang ito.

Arestado ang drayber ng Foton passenger van, na kinilalang si Alajon Michael Zarate, 47 anyos at residente ng Project 4 Masagana sa Quezon City. Kasalukuyan na itong nasa pangangalaga ng pulisya at sumasailalim sa masusing imbestigasyon.

Batay sa unang ulat, nangyari ang insidente kaninang alas-9:00 ng umaga, nang sitahin sa checkpoint ang nasabing sasakyan na diumano ay galing sa bayan ng Sta. Teresita sa Lipa City, Batangas.

Napansin ng mga awtoridad ang van na puno ng mga sako, kaya agad itong pinara. “When requested about the driver’s license, the suspect was unable to present the same. While being asked about his driver’s license, the suspect became uneasy and uncomfortable,” ayon sa ulat ng pulisya.

Sa inspeksyon, natuklasan ng mga pulis ang mga sako ng droga sa loob ng sasakyan.

Sa isinagawang press conference, agad na ipinag-utos ni Department of Interior Local and Government (DILG) Sec. Benjur Abalos ang pagkasira sa mga nakumpiskang hinihinalang shabu.

Iran claims it issued a warning prior to launching the attack on Israel, but the US says that’s not true

WASHINGTON/BAGHDAD/DUBAI. In a complex diplomatic maneuver, Iran purportedly issued warnings to neighboring nations and the United States before launching a barrage of drones and missiles towards Israel over the weekend. While Iranian officials claim they gave ample notice, U.S. authorities vehemently deny receiving any such notification, sparking tensions and raising questions about the true intent behind Iran’s actions.

The attack, which Iran says was in retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike on its embassy compound in Syria, saw hundreds of drones and missiles launched towards Israel. Despite efforts to intercept them, some projectiles breached Israeli airspace, resulting in casualties and heightened fears of escalation.

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian asserted that his country provided a 72-hour notice to neighboring states and the U.S. regarding the impending strike. However, a senior U.S. official refuted this claim, stating that while communication with Iran occurred through Swiss intermediaries, no advanced warning was received.

“We received a message from the Iranians as this was ongoing, through the Swiss. This was basically suggesting that they were finished after this, but it was still an ongoing attack. So that was (their) message to us,” the U.S. official clarified.

Contrary to Iran’s assertions of proportionate response and widespread notification, U.S. officials expressed concerns that the attack was intended to inflict significant damage. Iraqi, Turkish, and Jordanian officials confirmed receiving some form of early warning from Iran, underscoring the intricate diplomatic exchanges preceding the assault.

While tensions simmer between Iran and the U.S., there are mounting uncertainties about the path forward. President Biden, while affirming U.S. support for Israel, has signaled a reluctance to engage directly in any retaliatory measures. Meanwhile, Israel remains poised to respond in its own time and manner, setting the stage for potential further escalation in the volatile region.

With inputs from agencies.

8 lugar, nasa alarming na 42-43 degrees celsius na heat index ngayong araw

Naglabas ng babala ang PAGASA kahapon, Abril 14 dahil sa matinding init na inaasahang mararanasan sa walong lugar sa bansa. Ayon sa huling forecast ng heat index ng PAGASA, aabot ito sa 42 hanggang 43 degrees Celsius sa mga sumusunod na lugar:

  • Dagupan City, Pangasinan – 42 degrees Celsius
  • Aparri, Cagayan – 42 degrees Celsius
  • Tuguegarao, Cagayan – 42 degrees Celsius
  • Puerto Princesa City, Palawan – 43 degrees Celsius
  • Aborlan, Palawan – 43 degrees Celsius
  • Dumangas, Iloilo – 42 degrees Celsius
  • Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur – 42 degrees Celsius
  • Cotabato City, Maguindanao – 42 degrees Celsius

Ang mga nabanggit na temperatura ay nagpapakita na ang init ay umabot na sa mapanganib na antas, ayon sa kategoryang “dangerous category” ng PAGASA. Sa ganitong kundisyon, mataas ang posibilidad ng pagkakaroon ng mga sakit tulad ng heat cramps, heat exhaustion, at heat stroke.

Ang publiko ay pinapayuhan na mag-ingat at magpatupad ng mga tamang hakbang upang maiwasan ang mga komplikasyon dulot ng matinding init. Manatili sa lilim, sumunod sa mga payo ng mga awtoridad sa kalusugan, at tiyaking umiinom ng sapat na tubig upang maiwasan ang dehydration.

Patuloy na nagbibigay ng updates ang PAGASA tungkol sa lagay ng panahon upang gabayan ang publiko sa pagharap sa matinding klima.

Pope Francis stands with Peruvian farmers who accused Catholic group of trying to steal their land

QUITO, Ecuador. Pope Francis has thrown his support behind a group of Peruvian villagers who have accused companies affiliated with a powerful South American church organization of attempting to unlawfully seize their land through legal maneuvers and dubious land titling tactics.

In a recorded video message from his residence in the Vatican, the Pope offered solidarity to members of the San Juan Bautista de Catacaos farmers community in northern Peru, who have been embroiled in legal battles against companies associated with the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae since 2014.

“I know what happened to you,” the Pope said in Spanish. “Defend your land and don’t let them steal it.”

The Sodalitium, a conservative lay group, operates schools, spiritual retreat centers, and various businesses in South America. Founded in Peru in 1971, it amassed a large following across the continent but has faced mounting scrutiny in recent years due to allegations of sexual abuse against its founder and senior members.

Last July, the Vatican dispatched a high-level commission to investigate the Sodalitium’s activities in Peru, including allegations of financial impropriety and sexual abuse. During the commission’s visit, they met with members of the Catacaos farmers community, who accused the Sodalitium of attempting to unlawfully acquire 1900 hectares (4,000 acres) of their ancestral land through fraudulent means.

The villagers claim the Sodalitium used forged documents to assert ownership and have subjected them to numerous legal challenges. The land dispute is currently under review by a Peruvian court.

Pope Francis encouraged the Catacaos villagers to persevere in defending their land, which they have cultivated for generations, raising cattle and producing honey. “Thanks for doing what you do,” he said, offering his blessing and requesting prayers for himself.

The Pope’s message coincided with the celebration of the Catacaos community’s 466th anniversary. Marcelino Ynga, the community’s current leader, expressed gratitude for the Pope’s support and hoped for a swift resolution from the Vatican regarding the Sodalitium’s fate.

Carlos Rodriguez, the community’s lawyer, welcomed the Pope’s message as a form of “reparation” for the villagers and recognition of their struggle. “These farmers are not criminals,” he emphasized. “They are guardians of their land.”

Lalaking naniningil ng utang, binaril ng lasing na may utang

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GMA, Cavite. Nasa kritikal na kondisyon ngayon ang isang lalaki matapos siyang pagbabarilin ng isang lasing na suspek kanyang sinisingil sa Barangay Dacon sa General Mariano Alvarez (GMA), Cavite.

Kinilala ang biktima sa alyas na “Tony”, 48-anyos at residente ng Barangay Tirona, GMA, Cavite. Ayon sa mga ulat ng pulisya, nangyari ang insidente bandangalas-10:50 ng gabi habang nasa lamay ng isa sa mga residente ng nasabing barangay.

Batay sa imbestigasyon, dumating sa lamay ang suspek na kasama ang kanyang pamilya upang makiramay. Subalit nagkaroon ng pagtatalo ang suspek at ang biktima, na diumano ay lasing ng siya ay singilin ng biktima sa kanyang utang.

Dahil sa nakakainit na pagtatalo, nagalit ang suspek at agad na kinuha ang kanyang baril, na pagkatapos ay pinagbabaril ang biktima. Tumakas ang may utang kasama ang kanyang pamilya sa isang Toyota Revo SUV na may plate number NCN 6183.

Isinugod ang biktima sa pinakamalapit na ospital upang magamot ang kanyang mga sugat. Gayunpaman, dahil sa maselang kalagayan ng biktima, ito ay inilipat sa Philippine General Hospital sa Maynila para sa mas mataas na antas ng pangangalaga.

Sa kasalukuyan, patuloy pa rin ang imbestigasyon ng mga awtoridad upang mahuli ang suspek at mabigyan ng hustisya ang biktima ng marahas na insidente sa lamay.

Israel celebrates the “success” of thwarting Iran’s unprecedented attack as Biden pursues diplomatic solutions

TEL AVIV, Israel. Israel has lauded its air defenses for repelling an unprecedented assault by Iran, boasting that the systems successfully thwarted 99% of the over 300 drones and missiles launched towards its territory. The region remains tense amid concerns of potential Israeli retaliation, escalating fears of further conflict.

U.S. President Joe Biden announced plans to convene a meeting of the Group of Seven advanced democracies on Sunday to coordinate a united diplomatic response to Iran’s audacious attack. The United States emphasized its stance against participating in any offensive actions against Iran, prioritizing diplomatic solutions.

The attack by Iran was purportedly in retaliation for a strike on an Iranian consular building in Syria earlier in the month, which resulted in the deaths of two Iranian generals. Israel reported that Iran launched a barrage of 170 drones, over 30 cruise missiles, and more than 120 ballistic missiles.

As tensions simmered, a key member of Israel’s War Cabinet, Benny Gantz, asserted Israel’s determination to form a regional coalition to hold Iran accountable. This latest assault marks the first time Iran has directly targeted Israel militarily, intensifying a longstanding enmity dating back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Israel’s robust air defense network, developed with the assistance of the United States, played a crucial role in intercepting the barrage of threats, including long-range missiles, cruise missiles, drones, and short-range rockets. The collaboration with allies helped avert what could have been a devastating attack, especially as Israel grapples with ongoing conflicts in Gaza and along its northern border with Hezbollah.

Both Israeli and U.S. officials commended the effectiveness of the response to the aerial assault. Israeli military spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari hailed the interception of over 99% of the threats as a resounding success. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant expressed gratitude for international assistance in thwarting the attack.

While Iran declared the end of its operation, tensions lingered as Iranian officials issued warnings against any further escalation. Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi cautioned against additional actions that could provoke a heavier response from Iran.

The successful defense by Israel contrasts starkly with its struggles during previous conflicts, notably during the recent conflict with Hamas. The outcome of Israel’s response will be closely monitored both regionally and internationally.

In Washington, President Biden praised Israel’s resilience and pledged to engage allies to formulate a unified response. Leaders from the G7 are set to hold a video conference to address the escalating tensions.

The aftermath of the attack has seen increased hostilities across the region, with Hezbollah engaging in attacks along Israel’s northern border, and Iranian-backed groups in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen launching rockets towards Israel. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic efforts underway to de-escalate tensions and prevent further conflict.

Israel intercepted over 99% of more than 300 drones and missiles launched by Iran

JERUSALEM. Israel was rocked by a barrage of more than 300 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles launched by Iran in the early hours of Sunday, setting off air raid sirens across the nation. Despite the scale of the attack, Israeli military sources reported that an astounding 99% of the incoming threats were intercepted, marking a significant defensive success.

Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, describing the outcome as “a very significant strategic success,” revealed that Iran had unleashed 170 drones, over 30 cruise missiles, and in excess of 120 ballistic missiles. While some ballistic missiles breached Israeli territory, causing minor damage to an air base, the vast majority of the assault was effectively neutralized.

Tragically, a 7-year-old girl in a Bedouin Arab town in southern Israel sustained serious injuries, allegedly from a missile strike, prompting ongoing investigations by authorities.

In Washington, President Joe Biden confirmed U.S. assistance in thwarting “nearly all” of the drones and missiles, vowing to rally allies for a coordinated response to the attack. The assault, coming less than two weeks after a suspected Israeli strike in Syria that killed two Iranian generals, marked the first direct military assault by Iran on Israel, intensifying longstanding hostilities.

International condemnation swiftly followed, with France warning of potential military escalation, Britain condemning the attack as reckless, and Germany urging Iran and its proxies to cease hostilities immediately.

Hagari stressed that the majority of intercepts occurred outside Israel’s borders, underscoring the magnitude of Iran’s escalation. While Israel’s response remains undisclosed, Hagari affirmed the military’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s security, with dozens of Israeli warplanes maintaining vigilance in the skies.

Israel’s military credited its Arrow system, designed to intercept ballistic missiles outside the atmosphere, for the successful defense, with support from strategic partners.

President Biden reaffirmed America’s unwavering commitment to Israel’s security in a statement following his conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The attack comes amidst heightened tensions between Israel and Iran, exacerbated by Israel’s ongoing conflict against Hamas militants in Gaza.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for the assault, issuing a direct warning to the U.S. against further interference. The escalating situation has put the region on edge, with fears of further retaliation and the potential for a wider conflict looming large.

As diplomatic efforts intensify to defuse tensions, the international community closely monitors developments, hoping to prevent further escalation and restore stability to the volatile region.