House panel verdict: Duterte at the center of "criminal enterprise"

View in browser   |   Download our app December 14, 2024 NEW LAWYERS   There are always two success stories in every bar exam triumph— the second is that of parents. —RICHARD A. REYES Hi there. House panel verdict: Duterte at the center of "criminal enterprise" Per the bombshell draft report by the House quadcom committee, ex-President Rodrigo Duterte appears to be at the "center" of a "grand criminal enterprise" to wage a brutal war on drugs to profit from the very same scourge he had campaigned against. Journalist Atom Araullo has won the damage suit he filed against Red-tagging commentators Lorraine Badoy and Jeffrey Celiz, who were ordered by a QC court to pay Araullo a total of P2M in civil damages for "abusing" their right to free speech. Riders up in arms over the inconsistent way ride-hailing services such as Grab, Angkas, and Joyride implement mandated discounts for students, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities are asking the LTFRB to enforce the discount laws uniformly. Pop a pill, grow your teeth: In Japan, dentists are testing a pioneering drug they hope will offer an alternative to dentures and implants — by spurring growth of a third generation of teeth that are hidden underneath one's gums.  "A Filipino born in 2021 can be expected to live for 66.4 years," with women (69.9 years) "somewhat better off" than men (63.4). "Back in 2000, it was 70 years. The shortening of life by 3.6 years is substantial," writes Mahar Mangahas in Opinion.  Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. BUSINESS Regulator clears Meralco's 1,200-MW deal with SMC unit Manila Electric Co.'s (Meralco) 1,200-megawatt (MW) power supply deal with a subsidiary of San Miguel Global Power Holdings Corp. (SMGP) secured approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), albeit with mounting conditions. By Lisbet Esmael SPORTS A WINNER'S TOUCH Leo Austria admitted he hardly had any sleep after being thrust back to his old role as coach of the San Miguel Beermen. By Jonas Terrado PROPERTY Christmas bonuses and real estate investments The Philippine holiday season brings a unique financial tradition: the much-awaited Christmas bonuses. By Ar. John Ian Lee Fulgar  Hi Edward, Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions LIFESTYLE Love Labubu? Here are other art toys you might like​ For many Labubu fans, the plush pendants that they love hanging off their bags were just the beginning. They've gone on to buy artist Kasing Lung's characters in different forms—from the blind box figures to the pricier jumbo and mega ones. Some have also expanded their collections to include characters by other artists, making Labubu their gateway to the world of art toys. By Pam Pastor INQUIRER PLUS-EXCLUSIVE Ex-Assad inmate overcomes trauma by helping others​ GAZIANTEP, TURKEY—Riyad Avlar spent 20 years languishing in Syria's jails, including a decade in the infamous Saydnaya prison, the scene of some of the Bashar al-Assad government's most brutal abuses.​ By Inquirer Plus Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the Philippine Daily Inquirer's premium subscription service. Register for a free 30-day trial to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, exclusive stories and more. REGISTER NOW © 2024 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay La Paz, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime