Dev Flores

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed that the Philippines has received the extradition request of the United States for KOJC Leader Apollo Quiboloy, who will face several charges in the US.

Quiboloy is included on the most wanted list of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

According to the DFA, the request has already been endorsed to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

Quiboloy was arrested in September 2024 at the KOJC Compound in Davao City.

Actions from the DOJ regarding the request are currently awaited; UNTV will publish further details once available.

The Schools Division of Davao City apologizes to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. regarding the inappropriate behavior of four students during his visit on July 28, 2026.

The agency assures the public that it does not tolerate such behavior and emphasized that the students’ actions do not reflect the image of its schools.

“We deeply regret the incident and assure the public that such conduct is not tolerated and does not reflect the values of respect, discipline, and responsibility that our schools uphold,” they said

The agency also stated that four students involved and their parents were invited to a mandatory conference to ensure appropriate interventions are provided following the incident.

“Four (4) learners were identified, and their parents or guardians were invited to a mandatory conference to ensure due process and the implementation of appropriate interventions,” according to the issued statement of DepEd Davao City

They also assured that under DepEd Order No. 006, s. 2026 and existing school policies, the involved students will undergo appropriate disciplinary measures, guidance and counseling, and values formation interventions.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has received complaints regarding text blasts sent to several individuals.

The text messages claim that the recipients have committed a violation under the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP). However, it was revealed in the investigation that the messages did not originate from the agency, according to MMDA chief Atty. Romando Artes.

“Tingin namin, napakarami ng naloko. Kasi sa amin alone, 180 plus na, almost 200 na tao na ang nagbabayad po ng penalty na wala naman pong huli talaga. Nang tinanong namin kung bakit sila nagbayad ang lumalabas po ay naka-receive sila ng text,” he said

[“We believe a large number of people have been scammed. In our office alone, over 180, almost 200 people paid penalties even though they had no actual violations. When we asked why they paid, it turned out they had received a text.”]

The MMDA also coordinated with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to investigate and track down those behind the distribution of the fraudulent messages.

MMDA Chairman Atty. Artes advised the public to never click any links contained in such text messages once received, as it may compromise personal information, including bank details.

“Nagkakaroon din po ng phishing scam ito. Bakit? Kasi pag kinlick mo yung yung site, mapupunta ka sa page, ipapa-input yung pangalan mo, MB file number, plate number, in which case nakukuha na nila yung data,”  he said

[“There is also a phishing scam involved here. Why? Because when you click the site, it directs you to a page asking you to input your name, MB file number, plate number, in which case they get the data.”]

“Tapos pag nagbayad ka, more likely yung kung GCash ka or e-wallet ka makukuha yung information mo, baka mamaya malilimos pa yung pera mo eventually na nakalagay doon sa inyong e-wallet,” he added

[“Then, you’ll pay; more likely if you’re using GCash or e-wallet, your information will be obtained, and your e-wallet may eventually be drained. That is why this must be ended immediately.”]

The MMDA Chairman added that motorists should check their potential violations on the official site and settle a transaction there to avoid falling victim to fraud.

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The PNP Anti-Cyber Crime Group (PNP-ACG) arrested a woman inside a mall in Metro Manila during an in-person transaction for BTS concert tickets sold online.

The operation stemmed from a victim's request for assistance from the PNP-ACG.

According to the victim, the transaction initially seemed legitimate as the suspect provided a contract and an identification card. This led to a swift deal, where the victim immediately sent a down payment for two tickets. However, after receiving the money, the suspect failed to provide the tickets.

“July 12 kasi she sent me a screenshot saying na nawawala yung tickets niya sa ticket master account, and akala ko system glitch lang ‘to kasi usually ganun ang nangyayari,” said the victim, Alias Anne

[“On July 12, she sent me a screenshot saying her tickets were missing from the Ticketmaster account, and I thought it was just a system  glitch because that usually happens.”]

“So, I gave her advice on paanong pwede niyang gawin. I asked her kung paano niya sinecure ‘yung tickets. Sabi niya naman the natural way, wala ding option to refund. So, I gave it a few days pero until parang around late July 4 or July 15, it was not appearing pa rin,” she added

[“So I gave her advice on what she could do. I asked her how she secured the tickets. She said in a natural way that there was no option to refund. So, I gave it a few days, but until around July 14 or July 115, they were still not appearing.”]

In this situation, the victim raised her suspicions, prompting her to verify online then later she discovered an online group chat of fellow victims.

PNP-ACG PMGen. Wilson Asueta reminded the public not to trust online offers and to always verify before paying.

“Kailangan bumili lang sila sa authorized seller and authorized ticketing booth,” PMGen. Asueta said

[“They should only purchase from authorized sellers and authorized ticketing booths.”]

“Maging mapanuri sila. Mag-verify sila nang maigi kung ang kausap nila ay totoo o seryoso sa kanilang ginagawa para hindi sila mabiktima, ma-scam,” he added

[“They need to be vigilant. They must verify thoroughly whether the person they are dealing with is legitimate and truthful so they do not fall victim to scams.”]

The suspect remains in custody and faces charges.

“We were able to file a case of estafa in violation of Article 315 of the Revised Penal Code,” Asueta said.

“This is in relation to the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. If convicted, she could face imprisonment ranging from over 6 months to 2 years,” he added.

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The Federation of Free Farmers (FFF) has formally filed a petition to the Tariff Commission to implement an additional 30% safeguard duty on imported rice.

On August 4, the Department of Agriculture (DA) reported that an estimated 3.3 million metric tons of imported rice have entered the country. For local, farmers, this will be a serious concern, especially with the upcoming harvest season.

According to the group, local farmers allegedly lose nearly P50 billion annually due to oversupply of imported rice.

However, DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. stressed that it is important to make sure that the supply of rice is sufficient, as the country is preparing for the impacts of El Niño on agricultural lands in the coming months.

“There will be no import ban definitely because, as I mentioned a while ago, there is big El Niño coming,” he said

“Medyo nakapag-stock tayo. Kaya nga kaya nga nag 3.3 million na tayo ngayon. Maaga pa lang is because meron na tayong stock na may nakatago tayo for a rainy day,” he added

Based on the assessment of the DA, the unmilled rice (palay) could decrease by 750,000 metric tons due to El Niño, that’s why the agency is not considering a suspension of rice imports at this time.

Nevertheless, alongside continued importations, the DA stated that the National Food Authority (NFA) is ready to purchase palay from local farmers to prevent the sharp drop in its prices.

The NFA targets to buy around 500,000 metric tons of palay during wet harvest season of at least P21 per kilogram for wet palat and P25 to P27 per kilogram for dry palay.

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