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LOOK: The NBI has opened a Child-Friendly Room at its headquarters in Pasay City for child victim-survivors, including those rescued from online sexual abuse and exploitation. The facility was established with support from the Philippine Embassy in Canada through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives, in partnership with the NBI’s Human Trafficking in Persons Division and Violence Against Women and Children Division. @bncdotph

NEW DRONES TO BOOST NBI'S ANTI-SMUGGLING OPERATIONS WATCH: A demonstration of the capabilities of the new drones donated to the NBI by Philip Morris International and its Philippine affiliate, PMFTC. Equipped with thermal imaging, night vision, AI-powered tracking, and high-zoom cameras, the drones are expected to boost the bureau’s aerial surveillance, intelligence gathering, and anti-smuggling operations. @bncdotph

NBI STANDS BY SMUGGLING COMPLAINT AGAINST GOTHONG FAMILY MEMBERS WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag is standing by its complaint against several members of the Gothong family over the alleged smuggling of P13-B worth of cigarettes. Matibag said the complaint filed before the Department of Justice was based on evidence gathered during the bureau’s investigation and followed established procedures. @bncdotph

NBI: NO CONFIRMATION BATO IS HIDING UNDER MILF PROTECTION NBI Director Melvin Matibag said reports linking Sen. Bato” dela Rosa to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front have yet to be verified. Matibag made the statement following his trip to General Santos City on Tuesday, November 10, where he met with Mindanao governors and BARMM officials to seek their cooperation in locating fugitives, including Dela Rosa. He said local officials denied allowing their territories to become hiding places for fugitives, but stressed that the NBI will continue validating reports about the senator’s whereabouts. @bncdotph

‘LAKI SA LAYAW’ AT NBI WATCH: OPM icon Mike Hanopol and the new members of HAGIBIS treated members of the media to a mini-concert, performing his classic hit “Laki sa Layaw.” Hanopol was at the NBI headquarters to seek legal action over alleged copyright infringement involving his songs and online bullying. He declined to identify the individual he intends to pursue. @bncdotph

MIKE HANOPOL AT NBI WATCH: OPM rock icon Mike Hanopol, accompanied by his family and friends, including Hagibis member Pete Gatela, went to the NBI headquarters in Pasay City on Wednesday, November 11, to seek legal action over alleged copyright infringement involving his songs and online bullying. Hanopol accused an individual of allegedly claiming authorship of his compositions without permission. However, he and his companions declined to identify the person, saying they are exploring legal remedies and will disclose more details at a later time. @bncdotph

‘BIG FAMILY’ IN CEBU FACES NON-BAILABLE CHARGES OVER SMUGGLED CIGARETTES WATCH: The NBI is filing cases against at least 13 individuals, including operators of a private port in Cebu run by what NBI Director Melvin Matibag described as a “big family.” The cases stem from the seizure of 59 containers of smuggled cigarettes valued at approximately P13 billion. The private port was allegedly used as an entry point before the shipments were distributed to various parts of the country. The NBI is pursuing charges of economic sabotage and agricultural smuggling, which Matibag said is non-bailable and punishable by life imprisonment. Bilyonaryo News Channel is reaching out to the private port operators identified by Matibag for their comment on the allegations. @bncdotph

WATCH: Cristy Fermin and co-respondent Romel Chika appeared before the NBI today, Monday, November 9, after being subpoenaed over the libel complaint filed by actress Claudine Barretto. Fermin said they appeared out of respect for the agency and will address the allegations before the prosecutor. Asked if she regretted her statements about Barretto, Fermin said she would leave it to the prosecutor to determine the merits of the complaint. @bncdotph

NBI DECLARES PET CREMATORY PROBE “CASE CLOSED” WATCH: NBI Director Melvin Matibag declared the agency’s investigation into the alleged improper disposal of pet remains in Bulacan and Cavite complete. The NBI is set to endorse the cases against four respondents to the Department of Justice today, Friday, November 6. The charges include estafa and violations of the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Matibag said investigators have identified the personalities involved and gathered the evidence needed to file the cases. However, he encouraged other affected pet owners to come forward and file complaints. The DOJ will handle the preliminary investigation. @bncdotph

NBI SET TO FILE ESTAFA, ILLEGAL DUMPING CASES IN PET CREMATORY CONTROVERSY LOOK: The NBI is set to file estafa and illegal dumping cases today, November 6, against four respondents over the alleged improper disposal of pet remains in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. Three of the respondents are owners of pet crematoriums in Cavite and Bulacan, while the fourth was allegedly tasked to bury the animal remains. @bncdotph

NBI SEEKS ILBO VS. 3 PET CREMATORY OWNERS WATCH: A copy of the NBI letter requesting the Department of Justice to issue an Immigration Lookout Bulletin Order against three individuals who own and operate pet crematoriums in Cavite and Bulacan. They are under investigation following the discovery of 25 animal remains in a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. @bncdotph

WATCH: Iginiit ni alyas Edna, namamahala sa HPHT Pet Crematory sa San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, na walang alagang hayop mula sa sarili nilang mga kliyente ang kanilang ipinalibing. Ayon kay Edna, lahat ng pets na ipinagkatiwala sa kanila ay maayos na na-cremate at may mga record silang maipapakita upang patunayan ito. Nilinaw niya ito sa gitna ng kontrobersiya matapos nilang aminin na may mga labi ng alagang hayop mula sa Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium na ipinalibing nila dahil hindi na nila kayang tugunan ang dami ng ipinadadalang hayop. “Lahat po ng records ng pet namin, meron po kami. Kumbaga, kaya po naming i-testify na wala po kaming itinapon na pet ng kliyente namin,” ani Edna. @bncdotph

“WALANG KAPATAWARAN ANG NAGAWA NAMIN.” WATCH: Humingi ng tawad sina alyas Mike at alyas Edna, ang mag-asawang namamahala sa HPHT Pet Crematory sa San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, sa mga fur parent na naapektuhan ng kontrobersiya sa paglilibing ng mga labi ng mga alagang hayop mula sa Ahjay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium. Inamin ng mag-asawa na mali ang kanilang naging desisyon at batid nilang hindi madaling mapatawad ng mga may-ari ang kanilang ginawa. “Patawarin po sana nila ako,” pakiusap ni Mike. “Humihingi po kami ng patawad. Alam po namin na hindi katanggap-tanggap,” dagdag ni Edna. @bncdotph

“HUMANAP PO AKO NG MGA TAMBAY DOON SA AMIN.” WATCH: Inamin ni alyas Mike, asawa ni Edna at isa sa mga namamahala sa HPHT Pet Crematory sa San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, na kumuha siya ng mga tambay para maglibing ng ilan sa mga labi ng mga alagang hayop na ipinadala ng Ajhay Paws Aftercare Pet Crematorium. Ayon kay Mike, binayaran niya ng ₱3,000 ang mga ito at inutusang maayos na ilibing ang mga labi. Pero hindi raw niya alam na may ilan sa mga ito na itinapon sa iba’t ibang lugar. Kusang-loob na humarap sa NBI ang mag-asawa nitong Huwebes, November 5, habang nagpapatuloy ang imbestigasyon sa umano’y hindi wastong pagtatapon ng mga labi ng mga alagang hayop. @bncdotph

“WE ARE WINNING THE WAR ON DRUGS.” WATCH: DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla maintains that the government is making progress in its anti-drug campaign following the seizure of ₱1.36-B worth of shabu at the Manila International Container Port. Asked whether the successive multimillion-peso drug busts suggest syndicates are becoming bolder, Remulla argued that illegal drug prices have increased by 70 to 74% since 2022, while crime and drug use have reportedly declined. Authorities are also investigating a possible link between the 200-kilo Laos-origin drug shipment and the earlier ₱3.5-B foiled drug shipment. @bncdotph

WATCH: An address in Buhay na Tubig, Imus, Cavite, was listed as the destination of a shipment containing around 200 kilos of suspected shabu worth ₱1.36-B The drugs, shipped from Laos via Vietnam, were concealed inside carton boxes in a shipping container seized at the Manila International Container Port. However, the Bureau of Customs is still verifying whether the declared destination is legitimate or fictitious. @bncdotph

ANOTHER LAOS SHABU HAUL SEIZED WATCH: Around 200 kilos of suspected shabu worth ₱1.36-B, shipped from Laos via Vietnam, were seized at the Manila International Container Port after being concealed in carton boxes inside a shipping container. Authorities are tracing its intended destination, with cargo documents pointing to an address in Buhay na Tubig, Imus, Cavite. However, Customs has yet to verify whether the address is legitimate or fictitious. @bncdotph

BREAKING: The Bureau of Customs seized around 200 kilos of suspected shabu worth ₱1.3-B hidden among carton boxes inside a shipping container at the Manila International Container Port. DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla, along with PDEA and PNP officials, was present during the viewing of the seized drugs. The shipment, which originated from Lao PDR and was loaded in Haiphong, Vietnam, was flagged through intelligence reports. Authorities are now tracing its origins and identifying those behind the attempted smuggling. @bncdotph

“IT REALLY HURTS.” WATCH: An emotional fur parent is demanding justice for her 13-year-old Shih Tzu-Maltese mix, Jennifer, whose remains were among those allegedly dumped in a vacant lot in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan. The NBI is now investigating the alleged improper disposal of 29 dogs and cats, with animal welfare groups and affected pet owners seeking accountability and the filing of appropriate charges. @bncdotph