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Chairman patay sa riding-in-tandem sa harap ng kanyang barangay hall

Arman B. Cambe
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Chairman patay sa riding-in-tandem sa harap ng kanyang barangay hall

TAAL, Batangas. Hindi na umabot ng buhay sa ospital ang isang barangay chairman sa bayang ito matapos siyang barilin ng dalawang hindi pa nakikilalang gunmen sa harap mismo ng kanyang barangay hall.

Kinilala ng pulisya ang biktima na si Erasmo Divino Hernandez, nakaupong barangay chairman ng  Barangay Poblacion, Zone 10, sa Taal, Batangas na nagtamo ng mga tama ng kalibre 45 sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng katawan.

Naganap ang krimen bandang 7:30 ng umaga kamakalawa, habang ang biktima ay nakatayo sa harap ng barangay hall. Tumakas ang mga suspek na sakay ng motorsiklo patungo sa direksyon ng Sta. Teresita, Batangas. 

Napag-alaman na si Hernandez ay muling tatakbo para sa ikalawang termino bilang barangay captain ng Barangay Poblacion. 

Samantala, patuloy ang isinagawang imbestigasyon ng Taal Municipal Police Station upang alamin ang motibo at mga detalye hinggil sa naganap na krimen.

Mga benepisyaryo ng free college education, pinag-uusapan ng DOF

Venus L Peñaflor
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Mga benepisyaryo ng free college education, pinag-uusapan ng DOF

Inaasam ni Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno na isagawa ang isang nationwide screening sa mga mag-aaral na nagnanais kumuha ng libreng edukasyon sa mga state-run universities and colleges (SUCs), na sinasabing ang kasalukuyang implementasyon nito ay “unwieldy, inefficient, and wasteful.”

Nitong nakaraang weekend, sinabi ni Diokno na kinakailangang suriin ang programa ng libreng edukasyon sa kolehiyo at ang pamahalaan ay dapat na “optimally allocate resources funded largely by taxpayers for education.”

“An indicator of wastefulness is the rising dropout rate. The proposed reform also aims to reduce the threat to the robust private school system,” ayon sa kanya.

Sa pahayag, inilatag ni Diokno ang kanyang mga proposal. Kabilang dito ang:

  •  focus on strengthening the K-12 program;
  •  conduct a nationwide test to filter those who should be entitled to free education;
  • allow those who passed the nationwide exam and are entitled to free education to use their entitlement (a four-year voucher) to enter or reject their assigned state university, and if the latter, choose an accredited private university; and
  •  reduce the number of existing SUCs over time through mergers.

Ang asignadong SUC para sa mga mag-aaral ay batay sa kanilang mga marka.

“He may refuse to enroll in an SUC assigned to him and instead attend any government-accredited private university that will admit him. Of course, the voucher will be released on an annual basis and will be based on the satisfactory performance of the government scholar,” pahayag ni Diokno.

Sa layuning palakasin ang implementasyon ng K-12, sinabi ni Diokno na target nila na magbigay ng mas matibay na pundasyon para sa mga kabataang mahihirap, at bigyan sila ng “mas magandang pagkakataon na makapasok sa kolehiyo at makatapos dito.”

“That should be our focus. The other goal of the K-12 program is to prepare the student for gainful employment or higher education. Many are not interested to go to college; they just want better jobs,” pahayag pa ng Finance chief.

“These set of proposals are not perfect, but these could immensely improve the allocation of scarce government resources,” dagdag pa niya.

Nagpahayag din ng pangamba si Diokno ukol sa kakayahan ng programa, kaya’t kinakailangan na ito’y depensahan ni Commission on Higher Education Chairperson Prospero de Vera habang isinusumite ang budget para sa taong 2024 ng ahensya sa Kongreso.

Ayon kay De Vera, ang pagbibigay ng libreng edukasyon ay “best anti-poverty strategy” dahil pinalakas nito ang access ng mga Pilipino sa kolehiyo.

“We’ve been implementing free higher education for five years now. The results are out there to see. Number one, participation in higher education has significantly increased—41% of university students are actually enrolled in universities vs. 30+% in the previous years. That’s a significant increase,” ayon kay De Vera.

Nakuha rin ang iba’t ibang reaksyon ang panukala ni Diokno.

“Multi-millionaire families should pay tuition so that more resources can go to support poorer families and students,” ayon kay Senador Sonny Angara.

“I don’t understand why Secretary Diokno is so ‘stingy’ when it comes to investing in our country’s ‘human capital’ and yet liberal and magnanimous when it comes to ‘flood control’… If at all, it is this allocation that should be reviewed and revisited,” pahayag naman ni Senador Francis Escudero.

Sa kabilang banda, suportado naman ni Senador Koko Pimentel ang panukala ni Diokno.

“I can see the point of Secretary Diokno. Free college education should be for those 1) who want to go to college 2) who have the aptitude to study in college 3) who can secure a competitive slot in college (determined thru competitive examination). Secretary Diokno has a very valid point,” pahayag ng senador.

Four astronauts auccessfully conclude six-month space station mission, return to Earth via SpaceX capsule

Venus L Peñaflor
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Four astronauts auccessfully conclude six-month space station mission, return to Earth via SpaceX capsule

Four astronauts have completed their six-month mission aboard the International Space Station and returned to Earth. Their SpaceX capsule safely descended into the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Florida early on Monday.

The returning crew members include NASA astronauts Stephen Bowen and Warren “Woody” Hoburg, Russia’s Andrei Fedyaev, and Sultan al-Neyadi from the United Arab Emirates. Notably, Sultan al-Neyadi is the first person from the Arab world to spend an extended period in space.

Prior to leaving the space station, the astronauts expressed their longing for hot showers, steaming cups of coffee, and the refreshing ocean air, as they had been in orbit since March. Unfortunately, their homecoming was postponed for a day due to adverse weather conditions at the planned splashdown sites. Nevertheless, their return provided a spectacular sight as the capsule streaked across the night sky over Cape Canaveral before splashing down near Jacksonville.

The astronauts expressed their joy at being back on Earth, with SpaceX Mission Control radioing that they had a room full of happy people.

SpaceX had launched their replacements just over a week ago, ensuring the continuous staffing of the space station. Another crew rotation is scheduled for later this month, featuring the eagerly awaited return of two Russian cosmonauts and one American astronaut who have spent an entire year in space. Their mission was extended after their Soyuz capsule experienced a coolant leak, necessitating the launch of a new spacecraft.

In the interim between crew rotations, the International Space Station will remain home to seven astronauts.

Muling tataas ang presyo ng petrolyo ngayong linggo

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Muling tataas ang presyo ng petrolyo ngayong linggo

Kailangang maghanda ang mga motorista para sa mas mataas na presyo ng krudo, matapos ihayag ng mga kumpanya ng petrolyo ang isa pang round ng pagtaas ng presyo ngayong linggo.

Sa magkahiwalay na abiso, sinabi ng Seaoil at Cleanfuel na magkakaroon ng dagdag na ₱1.20 bawat litro para sa diesel at 50 sentimos bawat litro para sa gasolina simula sa Mangayong araw ng Martes.

Inaasahan din na ipatutupad ng Phoenix, PTT, Flying V, at Petro Gazz ang parehong pagtaas ng presyo ng krudo.

Samantala, ayon sa Seaoil, magkakaroon ng dagdag na ₱1.10 bawat litro para sa kerosene.

Ang pagtaas ng presyo ng Seaoil ay magiging epektibo simula 6:00 ng umaga, habang magsisimula ang pag-ayos ng Cleanfuel mamayang 4:01 ng hapon.

Inaasahan na maglalabas din ng kanilang sariling anunsyo ang iba pang kumpanyang petrolyo.

Ito na ang ikasiyam na sunod-sunod na linggo ng pagtaas ng presyo ng krudo.

Ayon sa monitoring ng Department of Energy noong Agosto 29, ang mga pagbabago sa presyo ay nagresulta sa taunang pagtaas ng ₱14.80 bawat litro para sa gasolina, ₱9.50 bawat litro para sa diesel, at ₱6.64 bawat litro para sa kerosene.

DOH nagbabala sa publiko laban sa pekeng artikulo tungkol sa gamot sa diabetes

Venus L Peñaflor
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DOH nagbabala sa publiko laban sa pekeng artikulo tungkol sa gamot sa diabetes

Nagbabala ang Department of Health (DOH) kahapon na ang mga non-communicable diseases tulad ng diabetes ay maaaring maiwasan sa pamamagitan ng malusog na pamumuhay at hindi sa mga produktong ibinebenta online.

Ito ay matapos kumalat ang isang artikulo na gumagamit ng pangalan ni DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa at ng University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) sa internet.

Ang artikulo ay naglalaman ng impormasyon ukol sa DOH na diumano ay may kooperasyon sila sa UP-PGH upang matulungan ang mga Pilipinong may diabetes na hanapin ang tamang paraan upang mapanatiling normal ang blood sugar.

“The DOH clarifies that no such scenario or statement has been made by the department and its officials,” ayon sa abisong inilabas ng ahensya.

Nagpapaalala rin ng DOH na ang mga communicable diseases at comorbidities ay maaaring maiwasan sa pamamagitan ng tamang pagkain at regular na ehersisyo, sa iba’t ibang paraan.

“Maaaring magkaroon ng mga kriminal na kaso ang may akda ng pekeng artikulo kung ang mga kaugnay na post ay magpapatuloy,” ayon sa pahayag.

Hinikayat din ng DOH ang publiko na kumuha lamang ng impormasyon mula sa mga lehitimong  sources at platforms ng government agencies.

Allegations of Twitter’s involvement in Saudi human rights abuses surface in lawsuit

EDGARDO HERNAL
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Allegations of Twitter’s involvement in Saudi human rights abuses surface in lawsuit

Twitter, now known as X, faces allegations in a revised civil lawsuit in the United States of aiding Saudi Arabia in committing serious human rights violations against its users. The lawsuit claims that Twitter disclosed confidential user data to Saudi authorities at a much higher rate than it did for countries such as the US, UK, or Canada.

The lawsuit was initially filed in May by Areej al-Sadhan, the sister of a Saudi aid worker who was forcibly disappeared and later sentenced to 20 years in prison. The case revolves around the infiltration of Twitter by three Saudi agents, two of whom posed as Twitter employees in 2014 and 2015. This infiltration ultimately led to the arrest of al-Sadhan’s brother, Abdulrahman, and the exposure of the identities of thousands of anonymous Twitter users, some of whom were reportedly detained and subjected to torture as part of the government’s crackdown on dissent.

Lawyers for al-Sadhan have updated their claim to include new allegations that Twitter, under the leadership of then-CEO Jack Dorsey, ignored or had knowledge of the Saudi government’s efforts to target critics but provided assistance to the kingdom due to financial considerations and close ties with Saudi government investors.

The lawsuit also outlines how Twitter, previously seen as a tool for democratic movements during the Arab Spring, became a source of concern for the Saudi government as early as 2013.

This legal action comes after Human Rights Watch criticized a Saudi court for sentencing a man to death based solely on his Twitter and YouTube activity. The convicted man, Muhammad al-Ghamdi, had only a small following on his accounts and had retweeted government critics.

The lawsuit alleges that Twitter was aware of the Saudi government’s campaign to identify dissidents and provided assistance, even after being made aware of FBI concerns about Saudi infiltration of the company. Twitter continued to meet and strategize with Saudi Arabia as a crucial regional partner, including discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

The lawsuit claims that Twitter’s failure to provide specific information about data breaches put users at risk and that some could have taken steps to protect themselves had they been informed. Ultimately, Areej al-Sadhan hopes for her brother’s release and their reunion with their family in the United States.

UK’s remarkable cancer advances save over 1 million lives, but challenges loom

EDGARDO HERNAL
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UK’s remarkable cancer advances save over 1 million lives, but challenges loom

In a groundbreaking study, Cancer Research UK has revealed that the United Kingdom has entered a ‘golden era’ of cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, resulting in the preservation of more than one million lives and a 25% reduction in cancer-related mortality rates. However, this progress has been uneven across various types of cancer, with women experiencing fewer benefits than men. The study also highlights the significant strain placed on the National Health Service (NHS), posing a potential threat to future advancements.

Cancer Research UK’s analysis underscores the substantial strides made in combatting cancer over the past four decades, preventing approximately 1.2 million deaths. Nonetheless, disparities persist in the effectiveness of treatments among different cancer types, and the NHS faces significant challenges that could impede further progress.

Michelle Mitchell, Chief Executive of the charity, celebrated the role of research and innovation in achieving these milestones, emphasizing advancements in treatment effectiveness, screening programs, and cancer detection and prevention strategies. She stated, “Thanks to research and progress, a huge number of people in the last 40 years have reached milestones in their lives they didn’t think they’d see and had more invaluable time with their loved ones.”

However, Mitchell also expressed concern about ongoing issues, including prolonged waiting times for cancer patients, which can exacerbate fear and uncertainty. She urged continued investment in cancer research, strong political leadership, and public support to build upon the remarkable progress of the past four decades.

The study revealed that since the mid-1980s, cancer-related mortality rates in the UK have fallen by approximately 25%. If mortality rates had remained stagnant, an additional 1.2 million lives would have been lost to cancer. Several factors contributed to this decline, including advancements in radiotherapy, enhanced screening programs, prevention initiatives, developments in cancer medications, and discoveries related to genetics.

Among the beneficiaries of these advancements is 75-year-old Alan Sugden, who participated in a clinical trial for a novel bowel cancer treatment in 2008. The trial involved administering chemotherapy before and after surgery, differing from the conventional post-operative chemotherapy approach. Sugden attested to the effectiveness of this treatment, noting that it facilitated the removal of his tumor, allowing him to regain his quality of life and make cherished memories.

Professor Jean Abraham from the University of Cambridge commented on the ‘golden era’ of cancer research since the 1980s, highlighting significant progress in cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. She stressed the importance of continuing pioneering research efforts to save more lives, acknowledging that despite the remarkable achievements, many mysteries surrounding cancer remain unsolved.

5-anyos na batang lalaki, sa bugbog at palo ng bote ng kanyang stepfather

Arman B. Cambe
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5-anyos na batang lalaki, sa bugbog at palo ng bote ng kanyang stepfather

SAN PEDRO, Laguna. Patay ang isang 5 anyos na batang lalaki matapos bugbugin at paluin ng bote sa ulo ng kanyang stepfather.

Ang bata ay hindi na nailigtas ng mga doktor kahit na isugod agad sa ospital ng suspek na si Nerio Bartolome, 33 taong gulang.

Ayon kay Claire Donasco, ina ng bata, iniwan niya ang kanyang mga anak, kasama ang biktima at mga kapatid nito, sa pangangalaga ni Bartolome habang siya ay naghanap ng pera para sa gamot ng kanyang anak na noon ay may sakit.

Saad ni Donasco, maayos pa ang kanyang anak nang iniwan niya ito sa bahay, kahit na may sakit sa leeg matapos madapa sa hagdan.

Subalit, lumabas ang masamang asal ni Bartolome matapos aminin ng dalawang nakatatandang kapatid ni Boy sa kanilang ina ang naganap na pang-aabuso. Hindi raw pumayag si Boy na hilutin ang kanyang stepfather.

Ayon sa mga kapatid, binuhat pa ni Bartolome ang biktima at pinalo ito ng bote ng softdrinks sa ulo bago suntukin sa mukha.

Nang mawalan ng malay si Boy, dinala ito ni Bartolome sa ospital, subalit mabilis itong tumakas pagkatapos.

Ayon sa death certificate, ang sanhi ng pagkamatay ng bata ay ang namuong dugo sa ulo.

Ikinumpisal din ng mga kapatid na sila rin ay madalas na binubugbog ng kanilang ama-amahan kapag wala ang kanilang ina.

Tinutugis ngayon ng mga pulis ang suspek at hinihintay ang warrant of arrest para sa kanyang pag-aresto.

Engkwentro sa Batangas: pulis sugatan, suspek nagpatiwakal

Kevin Pamatmat
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Engkwentro sa Batangas: pulis sugatan, suspek nagpatiwakal

BATANGAS CITY. Sugatan ang isang pulis at hinihinalang nagbaril sa sarili ang suspek sa isang engkwentro sa Batangas. Naganap ang insidente sa lungsod na ito noong Sabado.

Ayon sa ulat ng Batangas City Police Station, isang grupo ng lokal na pulis ang naglunsad ng follow-up operation at natagpuan nila ang kanilang target na si Aristotel De Chavez sa isang kwarto ng isang hotel sa Barangay Sta. Rita Karsada bandang 9:40 p.m.

Sa halip na sumuko, binaril ni De Chavez ang mga awtoridad, at isang bala ang tumama sa hita ni Staff Sergeant Paciano Asilo.

Nagkaroon ng palitan ng putok, kung saan pinagtanggol ng mga pulis ang kanilang sarili. Matapos ang insidente, natagpuan ang bangkay ni De Chavez na may tama ng baril sa ulo sa loob ng kwarto.

Ayon sa imbestigasyon, posibleng nagpakamatay si De Chavez sa pamamagitan ng pagbaril sa sarili gamit ang kanyang baril, ngunit hindi tinukoy ang kalibre ng baril sa ulat.

Nadala si Asilo sa ospital para sa kaukulang lunas at ngayon ay nasa maayos na kalagayan.

Batay sa impormasyon ng pulisya, si De Chavez ay isang suspek sa isang insidente ng pamamaril sa Brgy. Balagtas noong Sabado madaling araw. Nakatakas si De Chavez at nagtago sa loob ng isa sa mga kwarto ng nilusob na hotel.

Isinailalim sa post-mortem examination at autopsy ang bangkay ni De Chavez upang matukoy ang eksaktong sanhi ng kanyang pagkamatay.

Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra seeks royal pardon in Thailand

Venus L Peñaflor
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Former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra seeks royal pardon in Thailand

Thaksin Shinawatra, the former Prime Minister of Thailand who had been living in self-exile for over 15 years, has submitted a formal request for a royal pardon to King Maha Vajiralongkorn. This move comes shortly after his highly anticipated return to Thailand.

Thaksin, a prominent figure in Thai politics, held the position of Prime Minister from 2001 until he was deposed in a military coup in 2006. After a brief return to Thailand in 2008, he fled the country due to a corruption conviction.

Outgoing Justice Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam confirmed the receipt of Thaksin’s letter seeking a royal pardon and assured the public that the request would be processed in accordance with established protocols. He emphasized that the decision ultimately rests with the King.

Thaksin’s return to Thailand occurred on August 22 when he arrived via a private jet and was greeted by his family and supporters in Bangkok. Shortly after his arrival, the Supreme Court sentenced him to eight years in prison on charges including conflict of interest, abuse of power, and corruption during his time in office. Notably, these convictions were made in absentia during his exile.

Following a medical examination, Thaksin was initially taken to prison but was later transferred to a hospital due to health issues, including chest tightness, high blood pressure, and low oxygen levels. The Thai Corrections Department stated that his underlying heart condition required specialized care, which could not be provided in a prison hospital. As a result, the likelihood of Thaksin being incarcerated in the near future appears low, according to analysts.

Shortly after Thaksin’s return, the Thai parliament selected Srettha Thavisin from the populist Pheu Thai party as the country’s 30th Prime Minister. Pheu Thai formed a coalition with two military-backed parties, which had been involved in the overthrow of the democratically elected government led by Thaksin’s sister, Yingluck Shinawatra, nearly a decade ago. The Shinawatra political dynasty, founded by Thaksin, has wielded significant influence in Thai politics for the past two decades.

Some observers speculate that Thaksin may have negotiated an arrangement with the conservative and royalist establishment in exchange for his return, potentially involving a reduced prison sentence, lenient treatment, or even a pardon. However, Thaksin has reportedly denied such claims.

The timeline for the royal pardon application process remains unclear. In Thailand, prisoners can request a royal pardon through the justice minister, who then forwards the application to the Prime Minister and ultimately the King for final approval. With the caretaker government’s term coming to an end and the incoming government, led by Thaksin ally Srettha, set to take office, the situation remains dynamic.

Thaksin Shinawatra is a billionaire. He remains a divisive figure in Thai politics, having amassed substantial wealth as a telecommunications mogul and implementing policies favored by the rural population but criticized by the country’s elite and conservative segments for alleged populism and corruption.

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