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Mangingisda, nasagip matapos ang walong araw na paglutang sa karagatan

Arman B. Cambe
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Mangingisda, nasagip matapos ang walong araw na paglutang sa karagatan

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan. Ibinalita ng Western Command ng Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP Wescom) na nailigtas ang isang mangingisda matapos ang walong araw na pagkapit sa isang piraso ng styrofoam hanggang sa masagip siya ng isang Chinese na bangka.

Si Rosalon Cayon, 31 taong gulang, ay naglayag kasama ang isa pang mangingisda gamit ang dalawang magkahiwalay na bangka noong Disyembre 20. Subalit, ang bangka ni Cayon ay lumubog mga 40 nautical miles mula sa baybayin ng Buliluyan sa mainland Palawan noong Disyembre 23.

Ayon sa AFP-Wescom, kumapit si Cayon sa isang piraso ng styrofoam upang manatiling nakalutang sa tubig sa loob ng walong araw.

“After eight days at sea, Cayon was spotted and rescued by a sampan – a Chinese small fishing boat,” ayon sa ulat ng Wescom noong Biyernes.

“The Chinese fishermen brought him safely to the Rizal Reef Detachment where he is currently being treated and taken care of by Filipino troops stationed there,” dagdag pa nito.

Apparent Israeli strike kills senior Hamas figure in Beirut, raising fears of conflict expansion

Venus L Peñaflor
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Apparent Israeli strike kills senior Hamas figure in Beirut, raising fears of conflict expansion

BEIRUT. An Israeli strike in the Lebanese capital of Beirut on Tuesday resulted in the death of Saleh Arouri, the No. 2 political leader of Hamas, marking a potential escalation in Israel’s conflict with the militant group and increasing the risk of a broader Middle East conflict.

Arouri, a founder of Hamas’ military wing, was the most senior Hamas figure killed since the beginning of the war with Israel. The strike targeted an apartment in a building in a Shiite district of Beirut, a Hezbollah stronghold. The Hezbollah leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, has vowed to retaliate against any Israeli targeting of Palestinian officials in Lebanon.

The strike, reportedly carried out by an Israeli drone according to Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency, comes amid almost daily exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and the Israeli military over the Israeli-Lebanese border since the start of Israel’s campaign in Gaza nearly three months ago. A significant retaliation from Hezbollah now could escalate the conflict into a full-scale war on Israel’s northern border.

Israeli military spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, while not directly mentioning Arouri’s death, stated, “We are focused and remain focused on fighting against Hamas. We are on high readiness for any scenario.”

The killing occurs ahead of a visit to the region by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who, despite U.S. efforts to prevent a spread of the conflict, has repeatedly warned Hezbollah and its regional supporter, Iran, not to escalate violence.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to continue the assault in Gaza until Hamas is crushed and the more than 100 hostages held by the militant group are freed, a process he estimates could take several more months. Meanwhile, Israeli officials have recently warned of intensified action against Hezbollah unless its cross-border fire ceases.

Netanyahu and other Israeli officials have consistently threatened to target Hamas leaders wherever they are. The blast in the Beirut suburb of Musharafieh resulted in four deaths, according to the Lebanese news agency, with Hamas confirming Arouri’s death alongside six other members of the group, including two military commanders.

Haniyeh, Hamas’ supreme political leader, stated that the movement is “more powerful and determined” following the attack, emphasizing that strong individuals within the group will carry on after those killed. Hezbollah labeled the strike “a serious attack on Lebanon, its people, its security, sovereignty, and resistance,” vowing that the crime will not go unanswered.

As Lebanon fears being drawn into a full-fledged war since the Gaza conflict began, the 2006 war between Hezbollah and Israel, causing significant destruction in southern Lebanon, remains a stark memory for the region.

Mandatory face mask rule ipinatupad sa Quezon

Venus L Peñaflor
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Mandatory face mask rule ipinatupad sa Quezon

LUCENA CITY, QUEZON. Ipinatupad ni Quezon Governor Dra. Angelina Tan ang mandatory na pagsusuot ng face mask sa buong lalawigan sa gitna ng pagtaas ng kaso ng COVID-19 at iba pang sakit tulad ng influenza (ILI) sa buong bansa.

Batay sa kanyang Executive Order No. DHT-60 na inilabas noong Disyembre 27, iginiit ni Gov. Tan na obligado ang lahat na magsuot ng face mask sa loob ng mga gusali at sa mga outdoor na lugar kung saan hindi magagawa ang physical distancing.

Ang memorandum ay naipost ng Quezon Provincial Health Office (QPHO) sa kanilang Facebook page, na naglalaman ng mga detalye hinggil sa mga kondisyon at lugar kung saan kinakailangan ang pagsusuot ng face mask.

Ang hakbang na ito ni Governor Tan ay alinsunod sa ulat ng Department of Health hinggil sa pagtaas ng kaso ng acute respiratory infection, kasama na ang COVID-19, sa panahon Kapaskuhan.

Ang mga residente ng Quezon province ay hinikayat na sumunod sa ipinatutupad na regulasyon para sa kaligtasan ng kanilang komunidad.

Walang Pinoy na nasaktan o nasugatan sa magnitude 7.5 na lindol sa Japan

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Walang Pinoy na nasaktan o nasugatan sa magnitude 7.5 na lindol sa Japan

Wala pa silang natatanggap na ulat ng nasaktan o nasugatan na mga Pilipino sa lindol sa Ishikawa Prefecture, ayon kay Philippine Ambassador to Japan Mylene Albano.

Sa isang panayam sa TeleRadyo Serbisyo, ibinahagi ni Albano na ang kanilang impormasyon ay nagmumula sa mga Filipino communities sa apektadong mga lugar kung saan may mga residenteng nagtungo sa mga evacuation center at sa city hall upang maging ligtas sa posibleng tsunami.

Sa kasalukuyan, tinatayang may 860 na Pilipino sa Yamagata at mahigit na 1,000 naman sa Ishikawa Prefecture. Bagaman at naglabas ang Meteorological Agency ng babala hinggil sa “large tsunami,” wala namang iniulat na malalaking alon.

Dagdag pa ni Albano, tinatayang 33,500 na residente ang apektado sa epicenter sa Toyama, Ishikawa, at Niigata prefectures. Ang mga nabanggit na lugar ay kasalukuyang walang suplay ng kuryente matapos ang malakas na lindol noong Lunes, na nagresulta sa pagkamatay ng 30 katao.

Calabarzon cop PEMS Paquito Chan hailed Hero of the Year by Gawad ng Pilipino

Roy Tomandao
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Calabarzon cop PEMS Paquito Chan hailed Hero of the Year by Gawad ng Pilipino

CALAMBA CITY, Laguna. Police Executive Master Sergeant (PEMS) Paquito Chan, a dedicated member of the Regional Mobile Force Battalion stationed at Camp Macario Sakay in Los Baños, Laguna, was honored with the prestigious Hero of the Year Award by the Gawad ng Pilipino. The award ceremony took place on December 27, 2023, at the AFP Commissioned Officers Club at Camp Gen Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

PEMS Chan shared this distinguished title with esteemed figures such as AFP Chief of Staff Gen Romeo Brawner, PNP Chief Gen Benjamin Acorda, Jr., Lt Col Joseph Ross Jocson of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and Lt Col Jerry Castillo, Station 4 Commander of the Quezon City Police.

Dr. Danilo Mangahas, President of Gawad Pilipino, expressed that individuals like Chan have earned special trust and confidence through their unwavering patriotism, valor, and fidelity. Notably, Chan was also bestowed with the title of Goodwill Ambassador of the Philippine National Police by Gawad Pilipino.

Beyond his exemplary service in law enforcement, PEMS Chan has demonstrated a deep commitment to humanitarian efforts. This past Christmas, he spearheaded a gift distribution initiative for the residents of NIA Road, Brgy 2-G, Malagasang, Imus City, and extended his generosity to approximately 150 persons with disabilities from Barangay Salinas I, Bacoor City.

Chan’s dedication to community service has not gone unnoticed, as he was recently recognized with the Gawad Agila award as “The Most Excellent Leader in Humanitarian Service.” Additionally, he received the NAPOLCOM Service Award for his outstanding civic action.

The Hero of the Year Award serves as a testament to PEMS Paquito Chan’s selfless contributions to both law enforcement and community welfare. His actions reflect the highest ideals of public service, making him a beacon of inspiration within the CALABARZON region and beyond.

Planes collision at Haneda airport claims 5 lives, hundreds evacuated safely

Venus L Peñaflor
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Planes collision at Haneda airport claims 5 lives, hundreds evacuated safely

TOKYO. Colliding on the runway at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport on Tuesday, a passenger plane and a Japanese coast guard aircraft erupted into flames, claiming the lives of five individuals aboard the smaller aircraft. This collision, involving one of the industry’s newest large passenger planes, the Airbus A350, which entered commercial service in 2015, marked a tragic incident.

Transport Minister Tetsuo Saito confirmed that all 379 passengers on Japan Airlines flight JAL-516 managed to evacuate safely before the aircraft became engulfed in flames. However, the pilot of the coast guard plane escaped, while the five crew members on board lost their lives.

This marks the first significant damage to an Airbus A350, a twin-engine, twin-aisle aircraft widely used by long-haul international carriers. Airbus, in a statement, expressed its commitment to assisting Japanese and French authorities. The affected plane had been delivered to Japan Airlines in late 2021.

The coast guard aircraft, a Bombardier Dash-8, based at Haneda, was scheduled to deliver relief goods to residents affected by a recent earthquake in Niigata. Coast guard spokesperson Yoshinori Yanagishima reported that the pilot informed the base about the explosion after colliding with the commercial plane.

According to Vice Commander Yoshio Seguchi, the collision occurred as the JAL plane landed on one of Haneda’s runways, where the coast guard aircraft was preparing for takeoff. Transport safety officials are currently analyzing communication records between aviation control officials and the involved aircraft, with plans to interview JAL officials to determine the cause of the collision.

Shigenori Hiraoka, head of the Transport Ministry Civil Aviation Bureau, commended Japan Airlines for its “appropriate procedures” that ensured the safe evacuation of all passengers and crew members.

Passengers on board described the chaotic scene, with smoke filling the cabin within minutes. Anton Deibe, a 17-year-old passenger, recounted the panic as emergency doors were opened, and passengers rushed to exit the plane into an uncertain field.

Transport Minister Saito assured that efforts were underway to prevent any delays in the delivery of relief goods and other operations for the disaster-hit region. Haneda Airport’s three other runways have been reopened, with officials working to restore normal operations.

Haneda, one of Tokyo’s major airports, caters to a significant number of international and transcontinental flights and is known for its popularity among business travelers due to its proximity to central parts of the city.

The International Air Transport Association expressed condolences on social media, stating, “the last two days have been difficult for Japan,” while investigations into the tragic incident continue.

‘Wonka’ claims top spot as Hollywood closes 2023 with $9 billion in post-pandemic box office sales

Paraluman P. Funtanilla
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‘Wonka’ claims top spot as Hollywood closes 2023 with $9 billion in post-pandemic box office sales

NEW YORK. Hollywood’s rollercoaster year of 2023 concluded with “Wonka” reclaiming the No. 1 position at the box office, accompanied by robust sales for “The Color Purple,” contributing to a total of $9 billion in ticket sales. While surpassing 2022 figures, the industry still fell short by about $2 billion compared to pre-pandemic levels.

The New Year’s weekend lacked a single blockbuster, unlike the previous year when “Avatar: The Way of Water” dominated theaters. Instead, a diverse range of films, including “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” “The Boys in the Boat,” “Migration,” “Ferrari,” “The Iron Claw,” and “Anyone But You,” vied for attention in this lucrative box office period.

“Wonka,” directed by Paul King and starring Timothée Chalamet as a young Willy Wonka, remained the top choice. In its third weekend, the Warner Bros. release earned an estimated $24 million from Friday through Sunday and $31.8 million, including estimates for the Monday holiday, bringing its domestic total to $142.5 million.

Despite Warner Bros.’ “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” trailing in second place with $19.5 million in its second weekend, the DC superhero film struggled to match its predecessor’s success. The original “Aquaman” grossed $215.4 million over a similar period in 2018, more than double that of the sequel. Internationally, the sequel added $50.5 million.

Sales during the Christmas to New Year’s period, treated as Saturday every day due to school breaks and work holidays, showcased the success of various releases. Blitz Bazawule’s “The Color Purple,” an adaptation of the 2005 stage musical, debuted on Monday, leading Christmas sales with $18 million and reaching $50 million by the end of the week.

Jeffrey Goldstein, Warner Bros.’ distribution chief, emphasized the strategic release timing, stating, “The excitement of awards season could really help ignite a bigger box office.” The film, with producers Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, and Quincy Jones, is nominated for multiple Golden Globes and expected to contend at the Oscars.

Although 2023 marked the first time since the pandemic that the industry surpassed $9 billion in U.S. and Canadian theaters, the total still fell short of pre-pandemic levels. The impact of strikes and delayed productions, notably “Dune: Part Two,” influenced the uneven year. As Hollywood faces challenges in 2024, with postponed releases and changing audience preferences, the industry remains optimistic about regaining its pre-pandemic strength.

“It’s an $11 billion business. We’re climbing our way back,” said Goldstein. “This next year is going to be a big challenge because of the strikes. But we’re seeing very clearly in 2023, when there are movies out there that people want to see, they come.”

The final weekend of the year featured a diverse lineup of films, including successful releases like “Migration,” “The Boys in the Boat,” “Anyone But You,” and “The Iron Claw.” Despite a challenging year, Hollywood’s ability to adapt and deliver a mix of films resonating with audiences has left the industry optimistic about the future.

Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore:

  • “Wonka,” $24 million.
  • “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” $19.5 million.
  • “Migration,” $17.2 million.
  • “The Color Purple,” $13 million.
  • “Anyone But You,” $9 million.
  • “The Boys in the Boat,” $8.3 million.
  • “The Iron Claw,” $5 million.
  • “Ferrari,” $4.1 million.
  • “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” $2.9 million.
  • “The Boy and the Heron,” $2.5 million.

‘No Registration, No Travel’ campaign ng LTO muling sisimulan: Asahan ang mahigpit na implementasyon ngayong Linggo

Venus L Peñaflor
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‘No Registration, No Travel’ campaign ng LTO muling sisimulan: Asahan ang mahigpit na implementasyon ngayong Linggo

Matapos ang mahabang bakasyon ng Pasko at Bagong Taon, muling magsisimula ang pagpapatupad ng kampanya ng Land Transportation Office (LTO) na tinatawag na ‘No Registration, No Travel’ sa buong bansa.

Sa pahayag ni LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Atty. Vigor Mendoza II, ipinaalala niya sa mga motorista na sumunod sa mahigpit na implementasyon ng nasabing polisiya. Idiniin niya na ang sinumang mahuhuling lumalabag sa polisiya ay papatawan ng kaukulang kaparusahan, tulad ng P10,000 multa kapag nahuli ng mga enforcers ng LTO.

“Starting this  week, we will be reviving our strict ‘No Registration, No Travel’ campaign across the country, so wala ng warning lang. As such,  I would like to appeal to our delinquent motor vehicle owners to find time to renew the registration of their respective motor vehicles to avoid paying hefty fines,” ayon kay Mendoza.

Sa pangangasiwa ni Department of Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista noong unang bahagi ng Disyembre 2023, inatasan ni Mendoza ang kanilang mga Regional Directors at enforcers na magbigay babala sa mga motoristang hindi sumusunod sa batas sa halip na isyuhan ng tiket sa panahon ng kapaskuhan.

Nagbabala si Mendoza na magiging mas agresibo ang kampanya laban sa mga pasaway na driver ng motor vehicles sa buong taong 2024. Ayon sa tala ng LTO, umabot sa 24.7 milyon ang mga pasaway na driver sa buong bansa, na kumakatawan sa 65% ng kabuuang bilang ng mga sasakyan.

“Our determination to have all these delinquent motor vehicles registered is primarily about safety for all road users,” giit ni Mendoza.

“Aside from strict enforcement, we are also implementing ways to make the renewal of the motor vehicle registration fast and comfortable to all our clients. This is the reason why I ordered the creation of special or fast lanes for delinquent motor vehicle registration in all our offices nationwide,” dagdag pa ng opisyal.

Bawas-presyo sa petrolyo, sasalubong sa motoristang pinoy sa 2024

Carlo Juancho Funtanilla
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Bawas-presyo sa petrolyo, sasalubong sa motoristang pinoy sa 2024

Inaasahang bababa ang presyo sa produktong petrolyo sa unang linggo ng 2024.

Sa magkakahiwalay na pahayag, inanunsyo ng Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corp. at Seaoil Philippines Corp. na magkakaroon ng bawas-presyo sa kada litro ng gasolina na P0.10, diesel, P0.35, at P1.40 sa kerosene. Kasabay nito, nagpahayag din ng ganitong balita ang Cleanfuel at Petro Gazz.

Ang pagbabawas-presyo ay inaasahang magiging epektibo mula kaninang 6:00 ng umaga, araw ng Martes, Enero 2, maliban sa Cleanfuel na magpapatupad ng price adjustment simula 12:01 a.m. mamaya.

Matatandaang noong nagdaang linggo, nagkaroon ng malaking pagtaas sa presyo ng gasolina, diesel, at kerosene, kaya nakikitang malaking ginhawa ang idudulot ng bawas-presyo sa mga naglalakbay at nagmamaneho.

Sa harap ng patuloy na pagbabago ng presyo ng langis sa pandaigdigang merkado, ang aktibong pagmamanman at pagsasaliksik ng mga mamamayan ukol sa oil price adjustments ay mahalaga upang maging handa at makapaghanda ng mga hakbang sa gitna ng patuloy na pagbabago ng ekonomiya.

Ang pagpapatupad ng bawas-presyo sa petrolyo ay isang magandang simula para sa mga motorista sa pagtahak ng 2024, at umaasa tayo na ito ay magdudulot ng kaunting ginhawa sa kanilang bulsa at pang-araw-araw na gastusin.

Japan issues tsunami warning following a series of very strong earthquakes along western coastline

Venus L Peñaflor
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Japan issues tsunami warning following a series of very strong earthquakes along western coastline

TOKYO, Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported more than a dozen quakes off the coast of Ishikawa and nearby prefectures shortly after 4 p.m. yesterday, one of them with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 off the eastern coast of South Korea.

The Japanese government has issued a tsunami warning and established a special emergency center to disseminate crucial information rapidly to residents in potentially affected regions.

The South Korean weather agency has urged residents in some eastern coastal towns to remain vigilant for potential changes in sea levels. Authorities have warned that tsunami waves hitting later could be more substantial than the initial ones, underscoring the need for immediate action.

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addressed reporters, emphasizing the severity of the situation and the urgency of evacuation measures in affected areas. He disclosed the establishment of a dedicated emergency center aimed at swiftly gathering and relaying information on both seismic activities and potential tsunami threats.

Japan, being an earthquake-prone nation, has faced similar challenges in the past. In March 2011, a major earthquake and subsequent tsunami led to meltdowns at a nuclear plant, causing widespread devastation. Government spokesperson Hayashi reassured the public that, as of Monday, nuclear plants in the affected area had not reported any irregularities.

Despite this reassurance, authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and adhere to evacuation orders promptly. The government’s primary concern is the safety and well-being of its citizens, with a commitment to ensuring that lessons learned from past disasters are applied effectively in managing the current crisis.

The situation is evolving, and the Japanese government, in collaboration with relevant agencies, is closely monitoring developments to provide timely updates and support to those in need.

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