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Massive Crowd at INC Peace Rally: Authorities Ensure Public Safety
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On January 13, 2025, around 800,000 Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) members gathered at Quirino Grandstand, Manila, for a “National Rally for Peace.” The large-scale event prompted significant public safety and security measures to manage the crowd and minimize disruptions. In preparation, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) implemented road closures,…
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Quad Coast Guard Exercise 2025: Strengthening Indo-Pacific Maritime Security
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Quad Coast Guard Exercise 2025: Strengthening Indo-Pacific Maritime Security The Quad Coast Guard Exercise 2025 underscores the commitment of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States to enhancing regional maritime security in the Indo-Pacific. This initiative focuses on improving interoperability and maritime safety among the four nations’ coast guards. Complementing…
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Indonesia’s Leadership in Advancing Women Peacekeepers
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Indonesia plays a pivotal role in promoting women peacekeepers, recognizing their unique contributions to peacekeeping operations. Women peacekeepers address critical issues such as gender-based violence (GBV) and conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) in conflict zones. They also enhance peacekeeping efforts by building trust with local communities and improving the effectiveness of…
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AFP Enhances Cybersecurity Measures Amid Foreign Hacking Concerns
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In response to reports of foreign hacking activities targeting sensitive government data, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has intensified its cybersecurity efforts to safeguard national security. AFP spokesman Col. Francel Margareth Padilla emphasized the military’s proactive stance, stating that the AFP is in close coordination with allied partners.…
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Protect Your Data: Why Banning TikTok Isn’t the Only Solution
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A recent Supreme Court case has reignited debates about data security and the potential banning of TikTok in the U.S. The article in The Wall Street Journal argues that banning specific apps won’t resolve the broader issue of data misuse. The problem lies in the lack of stringent data privacy…
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ICAO Data Breach Raises Security Concerns
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The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the UN’s aviation agency, experienced a data breach compromising approximately 42,000 job applicant records from April 2016 to July 2024. The leaked data includes names, email addresses, dates of birth, and employment history but excludes financial details, passwords, or passport information. A threat actor…
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The Rise of AI in Cybercrime: How Philippine Businesses Can Protect Themselves
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The Philippines is facing a surge in cyberattacks, with local companies experiencing an alarming number of incidents weekly—higher than the Asia-Pacific average. This trend underscores the evolving threat posed by cybercriminals leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to execute more sophisticated attacks. A recent report reveals that Southeast Asia has become a…
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NAIA Intercepts Massive Shabu Shipment: Sender and Recipient Face Charges
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Authorities intercepted a shipment containing P72.8 million worth of shabu at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The illegal drugs were concealed in a package declared as “documents.” Both the sender and the intended recipient of the package are set to face charges under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of…