Michael Apacible Bulletin

  Jover Laurio Wins Landmark Data Privacy Case Against RJ Nieto In a groundbreaking decision, a Makati court has ruled in favor of Jover Laurio, the anonymous blogger behind the popular Pinoy Ako Blog, in a data privacy case against RJ Nieto, better known as Thinking Pinoy. The court found Nieto guilty of violating the Data Privacy Act and ordered him to pay Laurio PHP 350,000 in damages and legal fees. This case, initially filed in 2018, arose from an article Nieto published in October 2017 that publicly revealed Laurio’s identity as the creator of the anonymous blog. The Court’s Findings The court’s decision highlighted that Nieto had acted, in their words, “maliciously and with ill intent” by exposing Laurio’s personal information. Nieto’s defense leaned heavily on his claim to a right to free speech, arguing that Laurio had a public Facebook account, which he believed justified his actions. However, the court rejected these claims, emphasizing that Laurio’s blog was explicitly ...

  Negosyanteng Pinatay, Isinilid sa Drum: Pagsisiwalat sa Isang Karumal-dumal na Krimen Isang Trahedya sa Quezon City Sa Quezon City, natuklasan ang malagim na pagkamatay ng isang negosyanteng isinilid sa loob ng drum bago inilibing. Ang kaso ay may pagkakahawig sa pagpatay kay Ruby Rose Barameda noong 2007, kung saan ang katawan ay isinemento at itinapon sa Manila Bay. Ang diumano'y mastermind sa kasong ito ay naaresto at iniuugnay rin sa kasalukuyang krimen. Pagdukot at Pagpatay: Isang Dokumentadong Krimen Ayon sa ulat ng PNP Criminal Investigation and Detection Unit, isang video ang nagpakita sa negosyanteng nakaposas matapos dukutin sa Quezon City noong Enero 5. Ang biktima ay dinala sa Calauan, Laguna. Sa sumunod na video, makikita ang dalawang lalaki na may dalang drum na naglalaman pala ng katawan ng biktima na pinatay sa pamamagitan ng pagbaril at pagsakal, habang nakabalot ang ulo nito ng plastik. Balakid ng Mga Suspek Ayon sa imbestigasyon ng Quezon City Police District (...

  Taiwan Showcases Defense Readiness with Advanced Weapons Systems and Combat Drills A Rare Look at Taiwan’s Defense Capabilities At one of Taiwan’s largest air bases in central Taiwan, the Air Force has provided a rare glimpse into the advanced weapons systems it employs to protect both its military infrastructure and the civilian population. Among the showcased systems is the US-made Patriot Missile Defense System, regarded as one of the most sophisticated defense technologies globally. In the event of conflict, this system integrates its missile launcher, radar equipment, and command center to safeguard Taiwan’s airspace against threats such as enemy missiles and fighter jets. Taiwan has strategically deployed nearly a dozen of these Patriot Missile units across the country, primarily near major cities and military bases, ensuring comprehensive coverage. The Air Force also demonstrated its rapid-response capabilities, showcasing how personnel efficiently rearm and resupply fight...