Manila Bulletin – Page 24 – Author Carlo Carrasco

Karate instructor arrested in Manila for robbing a house in Parañaque, illegal possession of firearms and other violations

October 20, 2024October 13, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently a man who taught karate lessons as a profession was arrested by the police in the City of Manila for breaking into a house in Parañaque City and robbing it, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The police responded to the complaint of the Parañaque resident who was robbed.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

Members of the Parañaque City Police arrested a karate instructor after breaking into and robbing a house in Barangay Tambo on Saturday, October 12.

The Southern Police District (SPD) immediately conducted an operation against the armed suspect identified as “Davy” following a robbery complaint filed against him by his victim.

According to the police investigation, the suspect suddenly entered the victim’s house at gunpoint and stole a gadget, an iPhone, and cash amounting to P5,000.

SPD Director Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang said police officers were able to track and arrest the suspect using a global positioning system (GPS) from the victim’s stolen mobile phone in Sta. Cruz, Manila.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, did you notice a rise of house break-ins and robbery in your local community over the past sixty days?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Chinese national arrested in Parañaque City for illegal possession of firearm, grave threat and gun ban violation

October 19, 2024October 18, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the city of Parañaque, an armed Chinese national was arrested by the local police for illegally possessing a firearm, committing grave threat and violating the gun ban, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The suspect had an intense argument with a fellow Chinese national.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

A Chinese national was arrested for allegedly pointing a gun at his friend during a heated arguement in Parañaque City on Wednesday night, October 16.

The Southern Police District (SPD) identified the suspect as “Liu,”32. Liu was arrested at around 8:10 p.m. near a hotel in Barangay Don Galo, Parañaque City.

Based on the police investigation, the suspect had a heated argument with his compatriot identified as “Fang” while inside a vehicle driven by “Mark.”

Mark reportedly stopped the vehicle and sought assistance to some bystanders. Luckily, officers from the Parañaque Police Station Investigation and Detective Management Unit (SIDMU) who were conducting an operation near the area heard the commotion and responded to it.

Upon arrival, the officers witnessed Fang and Mark who had already subdued the suspect and were able to get hold of a pistol which Liu allegedly pointed to Fang.

Police recovered the .9mm pistol with five live ammunition from the suspect who failed to show any documents on the firearm.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, are you concerned that there still a lot more Chinese nationals living in the city who could cause trouble? Have you been wondering how Chinese nationals are able to get hold of guns?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Two men arrested during Parañaque City buy-bust operation, P680K worth of illegal substances confiscated

October 19, 2024October 11, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Parañaque, two men got arrested as a result of a successful buy-bust operation in Barangay San Dionisio, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. Seized from them was almost P700,000 worth of illegal drugs.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

Around P680,000 worth of shabu was confiscated from two drug suspects during a buy-bust operation in Barangay San Dionisio, Parañaque City on Thursday, October 10.

Members of the Parañaque City Police Station Drug Enforcement Unit (SDEU) identified the suspects as “Hadji” and “Ben.”

Authorities conducted the operation following the complaints against the suspects for their illegal drug activities around their community.

The confiscated drug evidence, which was around 100 grams, was turned over to the Southern Police District Forensic Unit.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, do you consider the smuggling and trading of illegal drugs serious problems of the city? Do you think the secretive trading of illegal drugs has been happening in your local community?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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US Dollar reserves of the Philippines reach all-time high of almost $112 billion

October 15, 2024October 8, 2024carlocarrasco

Based on the preliminary data of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the American Dollar reserves of the Philippines reached $111.981 billion (as of September 2024 specifically) which counts as a new all-time high, according to a Manila Bulletin business news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from Manila Bulletin report. Some parts in boldface…

The country’s US dollar stock climbed to its highest level of $111.981 billion as of end-September 2024, surpassing the previous record of $108.794 billion in 2021, as the central bank was accumulating foreign exchange and assets to boost external reserves and defend the local currency.

Based on preliminary data released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Monday, Oct. 7, the gross international reserves (GIR) increased by 14.13 percent or by $13.865 billion year-on-year compared to $98.116 billion same time in 2023.

The GIR also rose by 3.82 percent or by $4.125 billion versus end-August this year’s reserves of $107.857 billion.

The BSP-monitored GIR are foreign assets of the BSP invested in foreign-issued securities, monetary gold, and foreign exchange.

The latest GIR level is “more than adequate external liquidity buffer” that is equivalent to 8.1 months’ worth of imports of goods and payments of services and primary income. It is also about 6.3 times the country’s short-term external debt based on original maturity and 4.4 times based on residual maturity, said the BSP.

Basically, a GIR is adequate if it can finance at least three-months’ worth of the country’s imports of goods and payments of services and primary income. This was based on international standards. The GIR is also viewed as more than sufficient if it provides at least 100 percent cover for the payment of the country’s foreign liabilities, public and private, falling due within the immediate 12-month period.

The reserves were higher in end-September because of the government’s net foreign currency deposits with the BSP that includes proceeds from the issuance of ROP Global Bonds.

The GIR likewise got a boost from the BSP’s gold holdings which had a higher value with the increase in the prices of gold in the global market. The BSP’s net income also increased due to its investments overseas.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? What is the first thing that comes to your mind when the Philippines’ US Dollar reserves grow? Does this development make you feel comfortable when it comes to banking, investing or running a local business? Are you satisfied with the way the BSP has been moving with regards to financial and economy activities?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Five individuals arrested for the illegal towing of a vehicle in Las Piñas City

October 9, 2024October 2, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, police officers arrested five individuals (described as employees of a certain company) for illegally towing a vehicle, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The police responded to the complaint of a resident who told them that the suspects arrived at his residence and towed his vehicle.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news report of the Manila Bulletin. Some parts in boldface…

Five employees of a credit management company and a towing service were arrested by members of the Las Piñas police for illegally towing a vehicle on Monday, September 30.

Southern Police District (SPD) Director Brig. Gen. Bernard Yang said the Las Piñas police, headed by Col. Sandro Tafalla reported the arrest of the suspects identified as alias Floyd, 26, alias Napoleon, 23, alias Jefferson, 27, all collection agent, alias Jeric, 27, helper; and alias Jaime, 55, driver.

Tafalla said the victim, identified as alias Angelo, 42, called for police assistance and claimed the suspects arrived at his residence in Barangay Talon Tres at around 8:22 p.m. He said the suspects illegally towed his vehicle, a Suzuki Alto.

The city police chief said police operatives who responded to the call demanded legal documents for the conduct of towing operation. However, the suspects failed to present any documents which led to their arrest.

The suspects were detained at the police custodial facility after their arrest and were charged for violation of RA 10883 or the New Anti Carnapping Act of 2016.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you think there are still some individuals out there who would tow people’s vehicles from the residential communities even as they don’t have any legal means to do so?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Former City Councilor Carlo Aguilar to run for Mayor of Las Piñas

October 9, 2024October 7, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, former City Councilor Carlo Aguilar filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) at the local Commission on Elections (COMELEC) office to formalize his run for the office of Mayor, according to a Manila Bulletin news report. The candidate is the nephew of former senator and business tycoon Manny Villar and is running under the banner of the Nacionalista Party (NP)

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt of the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

Former Las Piñas City Councilor and businessman Carlo Aguilar filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) for city mayor on Monday, October 7.

Aguilar is running under the banner of the Nacionalista Party (NP) which his uncle, business tycoon Manny Villar, leads. The former councilor was accompanied by his supporters in filing his COC.

Aguilar said that if he’s elected, he would focus on flood control, waste and traffic management, accessible health care, and livelihood for residents.

“We are at a crucial time where we need effective and decisive leadership to tackle pressing issues in Las Piñas. We need to elevate the quality of life of every resident. My priority is to maximize the city’s revenues through better tax collection, which will be channeled towards providing the best social services for our people,” Aguilar said.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Will you vote for Carlo Aguilar as Mayor of Las Piñas in May 2025?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Muntinlupa Mayor and One Muntinlupa teammates file certificates of candidacy (COCs)

October 5, 2024October 4, 2024carlocarrasco

Very recently in the progressive City of Muntinlupa, Mayor Ruffy Biazon and his teammates under the One Muntinlupa banner filed their respective certificates of candidacy (COCs) at the local Commission on Elections (COMELEC) office for the May 2025 elections, according to Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

Reelectionist Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon and candidates from the One Muntinlupa (1Munti) political party filed their certificates of candidacy (COC) on Oct. 4 for the May 12, 2025 national and local elections.

They all trooped to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) Muntinlupa office at South Park Center in Alabang to submit their COCs.

Biazon is running for reelection for his second term as mayor.

His vice mayoral bet is Allen Fresnedi-Ampaya who is the barangay captain of Poblacion and the president of the Association of Barangay Captains (ABC) in Muntinlupa.

Rep. Jaime Fresnedi also accompanied them and will be filing his COC with the Office of the Regional Election Director-National Capital Region in San Juan.

One Muntinlupa has been accredited by the Comelec as an official party-list.

The political party’s candidates for councilor in District 1 (Barangays Tunasan, Poblacion, Putatan and Bayanan) are re-electionists Atty. Raul Corro (majority floor leader of the City Council), Atty. Rachel Arciaga, Paty Katy Boncayao, Alexson Diaz, Ting Niefes, and Jedi Presnedi, and Amanda Camilon and Walter Arcilla.

The candidates for councilor in District 2 (Barangays Alabang, Ayala Alabang, Sucat, Cupang and Buli) are re-electionists Ryan Bagatsing, Engr. Arlene Hilapo, Eliot Martinez, Dado Moldez, and Metong Sevilla, and Shalimar Baes-Reyes, Kaye Ann Rongavilla and Atty. Reggie Landrito.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If you are a resident of Muntinlupa City, have you decided already which candidates to vote for in the May 2025 local elections? Are you satisfied with the way the current administration at City Hall has been governing since mid-2022?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Las Piñas City police department receives fifteen bicycles from City Government

October 2, 2024September 25, 2024carlocarrasco

Recently in the City of Las Piñas, the local police department received new support from the City Government in the form of fifteen bicycles which should help the police officers navigate congested urban areas and other places within the city, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

The Las Piñas city government donated 15 bicycles to the local police on Monday, September 23, as part of its efforts in ensuring peace and security in the city’s communities.

During its weekly flag raising ceremony, Las Piñas Vice Mayor April Aguilar turned over the bicycles to city police chief PCol. Samuel Tafalla.

Tafalla thanked the city government for its continued support to the local police, especially on its bicycle police patrols.

According to him, some of the benefits of expanding its bicycle patrols include enhanced mobility in crowded areas wherein bicycles allow officers to navigate congested urban areas, parks, and pedestrian zones more easily than patrol cars and other service vehicles.

Bicycle patrols also increase community engagement for the police because officers on bicycles are more approachable and visible to the public, promoting positive interactions with the community that enhances trust and communication between law enforcement and citizens.

Bicycles also provide officers with better crime detection as it enables them to observe minor details that might be missed from riding a vehicle.

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: If you are a resident of Las Piñas City, what is your reaction to this development? Do you think the bicycles will help police officers patrol the city?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Arrested Chinese national involved in Pasay City shooting incident formally charged by Parañaque City police

October 1, 2024September 23, 2024carlocarrasco

A Chinese national who got involved in a shooting incident in Pasay City and was arrested in Parañaque City was formally charged by the Philippine National Police (PNP) of Parañaque for the illegal possession of firearm and hiding his true identity, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

To put things in perspective, posted below is the excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

A Chinese national involved in the Pasay road-rage shootout incident on September 21 was charged with illegal possession of firearm and concealing his true identity at the Parañaque City Prosecutor’s Office on Monday, September 23.

The suspect, identified as “Lin,” 34, was arrested by members of the Tambo Police Substation after receiving an alarm from the Pasay City Police that a suspect involved in a shooting incident fled towards the direction of Parañaque City onboard a white NWOW E-Bike that he stole.

Lin was arrested near a construction site on Macapagal Boulevard in Barangay Tambo.

During the investigation, the suspect was found using fictitious names to conceal his identity and previous crimes which include kidnapping and illegal possession of firearm.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What do you think about this recent development? If you are a resident of Parañaque, are you concerned that there could be a lot more Chinese criminals could be hiding in the city after committing a serious crime in a nearby city?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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Official website and social media presence launched by New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC)

September 25, 2024September 19, 2024carlocarrasco

In its pursuit to keep the public informed and oriented, the new operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) – San Miguel-led New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC) – recently launched its official website as well as social media accounts, according to a Manila Bulletin news report.

For the newcomers reading this, the operations of NAIA were recently turned over to NNIC which is a private entity. NAIA is still owned by the national government.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Bulletin news report. Some parts in boldface…

San Miguel-led New NAIA Infra Corporation (NNIC), the new private operator of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport has launched the official website and social media pages of NAIA as the transformation of the Philippines’ primary gateway begins.

The new website, www.newnaia.com.ph, focuses on providing comprehensive information about NAIA — including details on the ongoing transformation project, its progress, and the future vision for the airport.

It serves as a hub for travelers, offering real-time flight information as well as updates on airport services and amenities.

In honor of the Philippines’ modern-day heroes, the website will feature a regular section called Bagong Bayani dedicated to inspiring stories about Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

NNIC has also launched its social media pages on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) under the name newnaiaph. These will serve as additional channels for sharing updates, engaging the public, and building a community around the NAIA transformation.

The public can also connect via email (feedback@newnaia.com), hotline (+63 2 8877 1111), and SMS (TextNAIA) at +63 917 839 6242.

“The launch of our website and social media pages is part of our commitment to open communication and transparency,” said San Miguel Corporation Chairman and NNIC President and CEO Ramon S. Ang.

For your general reference:

https://www.newnaia.com.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/newnaiaph

https://x.com/newnaiaph

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? As a traveler, have you tried searching for relevant information on newnaia.com.ph? Have you been following NNIC’s accounts on Facebook and Twitter? Is the flight status tool of the official website working properly?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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