Trend Micro Report Reveals Malicious URL Attacks Prevalent in PH, 160 Billion Cyber Threats Blocked in 2023 Worldwide

• More than 76 million malicious URLs were accessed in the Philippines last year

• Global ransomware detections fell 14% as alternative attack strategies evolved, yet an increase in incidents was seen in Southeast Asia

Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, revealed a 10% annual increase in total threats blocked in 2023, as detailed in its latest report, Calibrating Expansion: Annual Cybersecurity Threat Report. The report warns that attackers are using more advanced methods to target fewer victims with the potential for higher financial gains.

Senator Miriam Santiago erupts and walks out of CA hearing

It was in the news that Hon. Sen. Miriam Santiago walks out from an important meeting. And we wanna know why?

So here's a preview of what happened, based from the story of Maila Ager of Inquirer.net who covered the proceedings the CA hearing: 

Santiago, who was presiding over the hearing of the CA’s committee on foreign affairs, blew her top when Ilocos Norte Representative Rodolfo Farinas questioned the absence of the quorum, which he said was required to recommend the confirmation of a nominee.
The hearing started at 11 a.m. with only Santiago and Fariñas present in the room.
“May I just make a clarification, is this a public hearing or is this the hearing of the committee proper? Because if it’s a public hearing, then we can proceed with the presence of the chairman and one other member but it if it’s a meeting recommending to plenary the appointments of these officials… we need majority of the members (of the committee),” Fariñas said.

We don't usually cover politics or issues that roots from it. But whenever we hear her speak, it's always with conviction, power, and wit. We can't help but admire her enthusiasm, her fondness of social media and bloggers.

Whether you're a fan of her or not, you can always get true life hacks and logical things on how things should be. There's always that quotable quotes from her comedic, yet true and deep thoughts every time she speaks that we can learn from.

Read her official statement why she did walk out of the CA hearing, released on Miriam Santiago's Facebook fan page:

    '  I walked out, because of the intransigence and discourtesy shown to me by the House panel of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the Commission on Appointments.

          The Rules of the Commission on Appointments describes the quorum at a public hearing, thus: “The presence of the chair; or vice-chair; or at least three members shall be sufficient for conducting public hearings, and acting on motions and other incidents. (Art. 6, “Investigation of the Committees, Sec. 2).

          Black’s Law Dictionary 9th edition 2009, defines a quorum as: “The minimum number who must be present for a deliberative assembly to legally transact business.”

          Therefore, as committee chair, I am the quorum and possess the power to legally transact business.  Today, the panel from the House of Representatives insisted that I should wait for the absentee members who, unknown to me, were reportedly attending a speech by Pres. Aquino.

          If they were late, that was their privilege.  But I humbly submit that those representatives do not have a right to cause further delay on the nominations of some 50 nominees from the DFA.  The hearing was scheduled for 11:00 a.m., and yet at that very late hour, most of the House panel were still absent!

          In law, there is a principle called estoppel by laches.  This is the doctrine that denies relief to a person who has unreasonably delayed or been negligent in asserting a claim.  The representative who raised a question of order tried to read from the Rules of the Commission on Appointments under Art. 4, entitled “Meetings of the Committee.”

          Obviously, a “meeting” under Art. 4 is different from a “public hearing” under Art. 6.  He tried to argue that the quorum should be a majority of the members.

          I have news for him.  I have been chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the CA for some 10 years.  During all that time – nearly a decade – I conducted the hearings on the basis of the provision that my presence alone as chair is a quorum. 

Therefore, if he questions my judgment, he is in estoppel by laches, a legal term that means “unreasonable delay in pursuing a claim.”

          As a senator suffering from lung cancer stage 4, I purposely willed myself back to work, to show that cancer can be licked.  In this spirit, since I am staring death in the face, I will no longer compromise, mollify, or appease those who do not obey the rules.  Instead, I will speak truth to power.  I will try to help run this government properly, to my last breath.'

Sen. Miriam also teases us with her plans. A plan to lead the country by 2016

• I am considering Rudy Duterte,Gilbert Teodoro, or maybe we can have two women running together-Miriam and Grace.It sounds like a restaurant.

• Miriam and Grace sounds so charming.

Do you agree? Who do you think will be her best running mate?

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Philippines' 115th Independence Day

June 12, 2013

Today, Wednesday, is the 115th Independence Day of the Philippines

Waving the Philippine Flag to celebrate the day the Filipinos became Independent*

Aguinaldo Shrine, house of Emilio Aguinaldo at Kawit, Cavite+

*gif from Google.com.ph
+image from http://en.wikipedia.org 

Vin Diesel visits Manila; Fast and Furious 6 cast promotes movie to the Pinoys

Vin Diesel and the rest of the cast of Fast and Furious, chose Manila as the place to promote the upcoming Fast and the Furious 6. Together with Michelle Rodriguez, Gina Carano and Luke Evans, make this summer a vacation to remember.

A lot of fans had already spotted him walking on a well-known hang-out place(BGC) and taking pictures with some of our locals.

Remember the first leg of Fast and the Furious back in 2001? It started it all, and no one really expected that it will come to this, and even visiting our beloved country, the Philippines

Still can't believe that the FF6 cast are here, well check the Fast & Furious 6 Official Trailer first:

Selected bloggers, photographers, fans will get the chance to meet and greet their favorite characters from the movie.

While everyone is busy remiscing the remnants of the recently held elections, EventsDigest & Glimpse of Ronj Productions will savor the moment share to you this one of a lifetime event

Program Flow for FAST & FURIOUS 6 : THE EVENT (from Bumper to Bumper Carshow)

CARSHOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - 2PM to 430PM
DRIFT EXHIBITION AND B2B Babe WALK -3PM to 6PM
FAN/PHOTOG PASS (FF6 Cast Arrival) - 5PM to 8PM
AFTER PARTY - 8PM to 10PM

In case you can't join this event don't forget to check Hot Summer Nights 6 at the MOA concert grounds.


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The WPP Photo Congress 2012photo

CLICK STARTS... TODAY

 What is WPPP? Wedding and Portrait Photographers of the Philippines or more known as WPPP, is an organization of professional photographers whose purpose is to promote and foster the goals and programs of wedding photographers


WPPP started back in March 31, 2001 and prospered over the years. For more info visit: http://www.wppp.ph/

Who has the last click?

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Rockin' the Railroad:ROCK THE RILES 2011

ROCK. TRAINS. MRT

Eventologists, gatecrasher, blogger, rockers, groupies, Mrt fans, whoever you are, let's support this grand rockin' event that will surely blow your hearts out! Featuring different rock artists from the local industry, who revives the rock music and make sure that it will stay in our hearts forever!

 

TAFT STATION

Tanya Markova, Giniling Festival, Stonefree, Soapdish, Above Zero, Wika, Heavy Heavies, Hatankaru, AJKA, Soundvent, Eevee, Letter Day Story, Kaligta, Kilos, Circa, Not So Fast, Philia, Ginoong Vitalis, Dhruva tara, Game Theory, Nyctinasty and Ciudad Tribu — Rocking vs Hunger.

CUBAO STATION

Noel Cabangon, Paramita, Hijo, Hilera, Turbo Goth, Camerawalls, FMD, Top Junk, Chongkeys, Ganhava, Alex in Wonderland, Miko Pepito, Faintlights, Allecia, Nityalila, OG Sacred, Midsummer, LTNS, and Toyo. Presented by Dakila — Rocking for Global Trade and Development.

SHAW STATION

Ebe Dancel, General Luna, Paolo Santos, Silent Sanctuary, Peryodiko, Duster, Malay, Kala, Caliphate, Paraluman, Gracenote, Kai Honasan, Akasha, Flying Ipis, Never the Strangers, Playphonics, Naked Lights, Armed Aesthetics, Progeny, Beyond Science and Fiction, Imaginary Friends and Ani Bughaw — Rocking for Education.

AYALA STATION

Radioactive Sago Project, UpDharmaDownm Encounters With A Yeti, Musical O, Sleepwalk Circus, Hidden Nikki, The Charmes, Not Another Boy Band, Dr.Strangeluv, FilterKeen, Steady Machine, . Presented by Terno Recordings — Rocking for the Environment.

BONI STATION

Flippin’ Soul Stompers, Big Band Groove, Collie Herb, Goodleaf, The Oemons, The Go Signals, Fingertrap, Jeepney Joyride, The Strangeness, Nanay Mo, Tirso Cruise Three, Kevin's Express and Wilderness. Presented by Mambo Rat Productions— Rocking for Gender Equality.

BUENDIA STATION

Intolerant, Reklamo, Bad Burn, Odat, Trapeze, Penguin, Gab n' Josh, Parada, Arcadia, DOA,Fuzz, Pocket Full Of, Imelda, Love Sax and Magic, Htachbanko, Around the Metro, Lights in Transit, Last Minute, JZE, Lady Ransom, Jensen Gomez, Archievals, Harlequin Carnival, Twin Lobster and Sleep is the Enemy— Rocking vs HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Preventable Diseases.

QUEZON AVE STATION

CinemAlexis Film Showing — Rocking for Maternal Health.

NORTH AVE STATION

Mayonnaise, Tonight We Sleep, Hansom, Subscapular, Sirens, Chris Cantanda, Blue Boy Bites Back, Pull It Surprise, Inday Bote, Jejaview, Save Me Hollywood and Shoulder State. Presented by Mary Moon Productions — Rocking for Children's Health.

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Choose a station, watch a gig, take a stand, and rock and roll! It's Rock Ed Philippines' seventh annual Rock the Riles, a massive celebration of International Human Rights Day! For more info visit this page: Click here

Let them rock the mic, while we band our heads to their music! Which station are you going for first?

Bumper to Bumper: Grand EB @ A-land

       Still having some hangover from the recent Metro Rides 3? Yes? 
I sure do.


       Well, worry no more. The guys who bring you the cool, the cars, and the models never run out of ideas to keep you wanting for more.


       This time it's not just about cars, yes, it's about you, yeah YOU! And don't forget the Models who are one of the key factors in making the B2B events hotter every year!

A fun weekend to experience 

            Tomorrow, Saturday, weekend and hopefully a pleasant weather. Perfect timing to assemble your crew  and be part of this grand event. First century(1st 100) pips to present themselves & register. Get free drink/snack by simply showing up. No time to be late, be there as early as possible.

        But wait there's more! The one we've all been waiting for! Get a chance to have an exclusively shoot with the Gorgeous Jahziel Manabat & the rest of these car show babes( who also happened to be part of FHM's 100 sexiest woman)

Shoot the Babes! Click Click Click

        Venue is at Alphaland Mall,  South Gate(walking fistance from MRT Magallanes Station)

Mark it on your Calendars!

 Be there on time! 

Be there or be squared!

I Support Manny Pacquiao, the World’s #1 Boxer, just like Head and Shoulders, the World’s #1 Shampoo!

Pacquiao, Margarito? Which side are you!

This November 14, Year 2010, the pound for pound champion will have to defend again his title from Margarito. This should be an interesting fight.

As fellow Filipinos it should not be questioned whether we'll support him or not. For the avid fans it's already given. They'll 100% support Pacquiao all the way, from the start to finish, wether he wins or loses. For the pips who wants something new or different most likely they'll bet for Margarito. Now there are some who doesn't care but still wants to just enjoy the fight. Still the essence of the support is there. That's what is important.

         I remember one time, that since we don't a have a cable and can't wait for the national TV to broadcast the event, I manage to keep myself satisfied by just listening to commentators from the radio. Trusting them on whatever they say as they cover the fight live.

        Pacquiao bouts are usually interesting. It's only the presence of him in the ring, the crowd. You can also feel the presence on the streets. Yes, don't raise your eyebrows! Every time there's a fight of Manny's, the crime rate goes down to ZERO, yes Z-E-R-O. Even the crooks are watching and enjoying the fight. Nice!

Employees file your leaves if you have a shift on a Sunday. Couples make it a part of your date. Singles, look for a partner. Kids watch it together with your parents/guardian. Let's support the Filipino Pride, Pambansang Kamao Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao!

Manny Pacquiao and Head&Shoulders

Live Streaming? Pacquiao-Margarito fight on live stream?  Nuffnangers located in Manila will have the chance to witness the fight via patch live in Cuneta Astrodome for free. Hope that I'll be one of them, and to cover the fight to.

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See ya' at the Dome! All hail Manny Pacquiao. Manny, manny, manny....

In the ayer with John Mayer!

It's been a long-time rumor that John Mayer will rock Manila. Well it's finally not a rumor anymore. Yes October 1 is a day to remember as he plays in front of the Filipino Crowd. 

A princess in Trinoma

It was a tiring Sunday. My family and I decided to check what Trinoma can provide and offer for hungry travelers like us.

Accidentally there's a kiddie event for the holiday weekend, there’s just bunch of kids in costumes. Kid stuff, but the event was hosted by Jam 88.3 jocks(but I don’t know them personally)!

Had a little snack in Yellow Cab, and ordered two 18’s. After 3-5 bites of their luscious pizza, I heard an angelic voice from the ground floor(since yellow cab is upstairs) singing the ska version or should say Hawaiian-stuff Bad Romance(originally sang by lady gaga). At first I didn’t bother to check the band, but after 2-3 songs, I decided not to let the chance pass by and check the scenery.

Good thing that this time I brought my Sony Hx1(not to mention that I missed a lot of events). Time to take some shots and capture the moment in video

Here are some of the pics and vids.

 

                          Princess and the band warming up

                                             “princess is feeling it”

                                       “talkin’ to the crowd”

                      “from the heart”

Some videos:

Her own version of B.O.B. and Bruno Mars’ Nothing on You

I’m Yours, you’re Mines?

Technorati Tags: princess velazco,trinoma,concert,poker face,lady gaga,hayden kho,acoustic

 
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