OFW allegedly lost over P5.5 million in cryptocurrency scam
An overseas Filipino worker in Hong Kong allegedly lost over P5.5 million that she invested in cryptocurrency through social media. In the GMA News Feed video, the Pinoy OFW, who …
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Fake government employee intercepted at NAIA
A 43-year-old female was intercepted at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Thursday during an attempted trafficking incident. The victim, whose name was withheld following anti-trafficking laws, …
BI eyes agreement with travel agencies against trafficking
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) eyes forging a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with travel agencies to strengthen the fight against trafficking. The collaborative effort, according to BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco, …
BI thwarts trafficking scheme, 4 victims intercepted at NAIA
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) successfully intercepted four trafficking victims at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 on Tuesday. The individuals, consisting of three females and one male, with …
BI successfully deports Indian fugitives
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Thursday successfully deported two Indian fugitives wanted in their country for criminal activities. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco shared that the two fugitives identified as …
BI: Cambodia-bound trafficking ring resorting to faking marriages
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said its officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) have rescued a Filipina, suspected of being a trafficking victim, who attempted to leave by …
Arnie Teves charged with multiple murder
Yesterday, suspended Negros Oriental Rep. Arnie Teves, Jr. was charged with murder in the Department of Justice (DOJ) in connection with the alleged mastermind of the murder of Governor Roel …
Padilla wants death penalty against gov’t officials involved in smuggling
Sen. Robinhood Padilla is now pushing for the death penalty against Customs, police, military, etc. personnel. who will be involved in smuggling, especially in the agricultural sector — since it …
Airline ticket prices expected to drop in June
Airline ticket prices are expected to decrease next month after the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) abolished the fuel surcharge on Wednesday. The fuel surcharge can be seen in the fare …
9 more Filipinos rescued from online, sex trafficking rings in Thailand, Malaysia – BI
9 human trafficking victims have been rescued and repatriated to the Philippines, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) said. It said that those repatriated arrived in two batches from Malaysia and …
Filipinos have ‘below average’ IQ – report
A report revealed that the intelligence quotient (IQ) score of Filipinos is below average. In the list of nearly 200 countries, the Philippines ranks 111th with an average IQ score …
5 Filipinos missing after Chinese fishing vessel capsized in Indian Ocean
Up to 39 sailors are still missing after a Chinese fishing vessel “capsized” in the central Indian Ocean — five of them are Filipinos, according to a report by Agence …
Arnie Teves insists he is not returning to Philippines today
Suspended Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. insisted he is not coming to the Philippines today, contrary to what Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla claimed. “Fake news. Dapat …
American wanted for sex crimes arrested in Zambales – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said its agents arrested an overstaying American long wanted by federal authorities in Nevada for sex crimes. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco identified …
BI agents arrest illegal Chinese man in Makati
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported the arrest of a Chinese national long wanted by the bureau for overstaying and illegally working in the country. In a report to Immigration …
President Marcos improves importation of 150K MT of sugar
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved the additional importation of sugar following the recommendation of the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) to boost the country’s stock. Marcos said they agreed to additional …
Comelec charged P15.3-M for Vote Pilipinas campaign in 2022
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) confirmed the letter they received from the lawyer of Impact Hub Manila charging their debt or obligation to the company, which will reach P15.3 million. …
75 graduate under BI’s academy
A new batch of immigration officers graduated under the Bureau of Immigration’s (BI) Philippine Immigration Academy (PIA). A total of 75 new personnel were formally recognized during a graduation ceremony …
PNP wants to include laughing gas as dangerous drug
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is currently evaluating the inclusion of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas,” in the country’s list of dangerous drugs. This decision comes in response …
Suspect-witnesses in Degamo slay refuse to cooperate – DOJ chief
The legal proceedings regarding the murder complaints filed against suspended Negros Oriental Representative Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. have hit a snag, according to Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla. During a …
SWS: Hunger recovers from 11.8% to 9.8%
The national Social Weather Survey (SWS) of March 26-29, 2023, found that 9.8% of Filipino families, or an estimated 2.7 million, experienced involuntary hunger – being hungry and not having …
BI to deport Taiwanese wanted for fraud
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the arrest of a Taiwanese man wanted by authorities in Taipei for large-scale fraud. In a statement, Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco identified the fugitive …
‘Misrepresenting’ sign of doubtful intention for travel – BI
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said on Monday that misrepresenting details about your identity is a sign of doubtful intention for travel. BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco said that passengers who …
De Lima acquitted in second drug case in Muntinlupa court
There is only one remaining case that the detained former Senator Leila de Lima has to overcome to be released. This Friday, the court in Muntinlupa acquitted the former lawmaker …
BI agenst nab American fugitive in Manila
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the arrest of an American national wanted by authorities in Texas. In a report to Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco, BI Fugitive Search Unit (FSU) …
LTO lacks more than 234,000 driver’s license cards
The backlog of the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has reached 234,149 pieces of driver’s license cards. According to Land Transportation Office (LTO) chief Jay Art Tugade, this is the result …