Nine protesters accused of vandalism during Monday’s State of the Nation Address faced inquest proceedings at the Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday, July 28. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) said the nine are facing complaints for alleged violations of Presidential Decree No....
Six minors were taken into custody by the Quezon City Police District (QCPD) on Monday, July 27, for alleged vandalism during protest actions linked to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA). Philippine National Police chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr....
The mist seen in a now-viral video during a demonstration in front of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Central Office in Quezon City came from the agency’s regular weekly disinfectant defogging activity and not from “pesticide gas” directed at protesters, the DENR...
Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan on Tuesday, July 21, described his meeting with President Marcos as a “constructive” and “in-depth” exchange of views focused on finding solutions to issues straining Philippines-China relations, saying it was not a diplomatic protest or an exchange of strong...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said that any act of violence against Filipino personnel will merit a diplomatic action. This came after the China Coast Guard 's (CCG) alleged violent assault against a Philippine Navy sailor near BRP Sierra Madre at Ayungin Shoal on Monday, July 20....
At least four groups have applied for permits to hold protest rallies in Quezon City during President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the Batasang Pambansa on July 27. The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) learned of the planned...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has formally protested China Daily’s publication of videos and editorial cartoons depicting Filipinos in a racist manner, demanding the immediate removal of the materials and calling the content inconsistent with the mutual respect expected between states....
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Tuesday, July 14, commended the Manila Police District (MPD) for its “disciplined and restrained” handling of a protest in the capital city, marking the 10th anniversary of the 2016 arbitral ruling on the West Philippine Sea (WPS). The rally along Kalaw...
Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. on Friday, July 3, commended all police personnel who secured the three-day protest of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC), saying the operation showed restraint and professionalism while protecting the public 's right...
Two individuals previously linked to separate incidents during the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) rally near the EDSA People Power Monument in Quezon City have been temporarily released while authorities continue to verify their alleged involvement. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) said the cases...
The Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) rally continued in Quezon City on Wednesday, July 1, as authorities implemented traffic adjustments along EDSA-White Plains following an agreement between organizers and police. The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) initially estimated around 4,000 rallygoers at the...
The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) deployed on Tuesday, June 30, around 900 policemen at the People Power Monument in Quezon City following what appeared to be a surprise protest action by a religious group. NCRPO director Maj. Gen. Anthony A. Aberin said the latest crowd estimate...
