
Labor arbiters’ money claims jurisdiction
With regard to OFWs, Section 10 of Republic Act 8042, as amended by Republic Act 10022, states that original and exclusive jurisdiction over their claims shall…
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With regard to OFWs, Section 10 of Republic Act 8042, as amended by Republic Act 10022, states that original and exclusive jurisdiction over their claims shall…
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‘There are other countries in the world where they reiterate universal jurisdiction over crimes against humanity wherever they occur. So that can be a remedy.’
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Health officials reported 143 measles cases in Quezon City between 1 January and 15 April, warning that nearly one-sixth of those infected are infants too…
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A 51-year-old man was arrested following an indiscriminate firing incident in Badoc, Ilocos Norte on 14 April, police said.
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BAGUIO CITY — Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge, with the World Health Organization citing it as a leading infectious cause of death.
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The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Appeals Chamber will decide on 22 April whether it has jurisdiction over the case against former President Rodrigo…
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Cases of adolescent pregnancy among girls below 15 are increasingly tied to statutory rape, the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) told lawmakers…
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Dengue cases in Quezon City dropped 60 percent during the first three months of 2026 compared to the same period last year, local health officials reported…
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Gatchalian urged government agencies to ensure the allocated funds are used effectively to reach vulnerable communities facing social and economic challenges.
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Lawyers for VP Duterte questioned the constitutionality and jurisdiction of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Justice to conduct the public…
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Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. vowed Thursday to intensify coordination with schools and community…
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Investigators have ruled out foul play in the death of 15-year-old Isabelle Sophia Tablate, whose body was found inside an abandoned factory in Barangay…
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NEW YORK — Fugitive ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co is in Portugal, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. confirmed to reporters on Tuesday (NY time).
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The Department of Justice (DoJ) said Tuesday it will oppose any attempt by Senator Jinggoy Estrada to lift the precautionary hold departure order (PHDO) issued…
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The Supreme Court further emphasized that the death of the offended party is not a cause for the extinguishment of criminal liability under Article 89 of the…
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The Department of Health (DoH) reiterated its stance against vaping on Saturday amid discussions at the House of Representatives last week on raising excise…
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Former presidential chief legal counsel Salvador Panelo reiterated the defense’s objection to the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) jurisdiction over the…
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The Philippine Medical Association (PMA) renewed its call to reduce dengue related deaths as it marked the first anniversary of its Empowering Networks to…
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