Category: General

Telegram CEO’s arrest sparks global concerns over free speech

ISTANBUL: In a stunning turn of events that has rattled the global tech industry, Europe turned out to be a perilous place for tech executives after the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France, prominent tech figures said.

The arrest, which has …

Last Negros Oriental WWII veteran remembered

DUMAGUETE CITY: The last World War II veteran in Negros Oriental who passed recently will always be remembered for his brave and heroic deeds as he fought in the guerilla resistance to end the Japanese occupation of the Philippines.

The late 2Lt. Urb…

DSWD completes over 480 LAWA, BINHI projects in E. Visayas

MANILA: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Wednesday said its Eastern Visayas Field Office-8 has completed the construction of 274 water harvesting facilities and 210 community gardens in the region under the Project LAWA (Loca…

SC validating report of data breach

MANILA: The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday said it is validating social media reports of a major data breach in its system, days before a new rule to digitize proceedings requiring litigants in lower courts are required to submit digital copies of th…

Bacoor Assembly Act recognizes sacrifices for PH independence

MANILA: Senator Loren Legarda has underscored the importance of honoring Aug. 1 to recognize the sacrifices made for Philippine independence and inspire Filipinos to cherish and defend the nation.

In a news release, Legarda said the passage of Senate…