ICC ‘not welcome’

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer July 18, 2023 Good morning. Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. ICC 'not welcome' if it pushes drug war probe Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla on Monday said the Philippine government will not bow to the International Criminal Court (ICC) if it issues warrants of arrest against certain individuals once the tribunal favors the resumption of its investigation of crimes against humanity committed during the drug war of former President Rodrigo Duterte. By Tina G. Santos and Melvin Gascon PTV yet to return disallowed payments to Tulfo's 'Bitag' Six years after the Commission on Audit (COA) questioned the controversial advertising placement deal between television network PTV Network Inc. (PTNI) and Ben Tulfo's Bitag Media Unlimited Inc. (BMUI), the state-run television network has yet to return to the government the P75.8 million in disallowed ad payments. By Krixia Subingsubing NEW PLAYGROUND A group of children finds a new spot to spend their Sunday afternoon in this reclaimed area in a section of Manila Bay in Bacoor City, Cavite. This particular reclamation project was granted an environmental compliance certificate by the environment department in 2020. —RICHARD A. REYES Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. Fish kill hits Taal Lake anew LUCENA CITY, Quezon, Philippines — At least 343 tons of tilapia (black carp) and "bangus" (milkfish), including fingerlings, died in another fish kill phenomenon in Taal Lake in Batangas province, authorities said on Monday. By Delfin T. Mallari Jr. OPINION Why keep Pogos going? A strong case has been made for Pogos being an inherently harmful industry that the government has allowed to grow in monstrosity. Far from being an economic boost, Pogos have become a moral issue that China itself has condemned despite its nationals being the industry's main clientele. By Editorial Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. REGISTER NOW Hi Edward. Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2023 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime