COCKFIGHTS, a newly-launched crypto project, has hit a record high in trades. However, despite the surge, crypto experts are warning investors to skip the project as it may potentially be a scam.
Online sabong is currently prohibited in the Philippines. Three men who were allegedly participating in online sabong activities in Negros Oriental were recently arrested by the police force.
Irina Walker, also known as Irina Kreuger, is the daughter of the former Romanian king Michael I. Living in Oregon, Irina and her husband were arrested on cockfighting charges.
In the Philippines, cockfighting is a way to make a living. For those who earn minimum wage, cockfighting allows them to earn a little more money to make ends meet.
Due to the numerous special permit applications for cockfighting, the Bacolod City government decided to temporarily stop the issuance of said permits. The current applications will be strictly and heavily scrutinized.
Brett Kenneth Miller, a Watsonville resident who was convicted in the mid-1980s, decided to represent himself in court after finding himself charged with numerous counts of animal cruelty and possession of firearms.
Cebu City Mayor Rama declared that cockfighting is illegal in the city as he never signed or issued any order allowing it. Meanwhile, Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia called out the police and asked them to stop raiding cockfights in the province.
Acting on an anonymous tip, Lyon County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 28 people for participating in illegal cockfighting. Numerous roosters and implements were seized as well.
In Bacolod City, Philippines, the city council passed a resolution to inform the PNP of the legality of cockfighting activities during fiesta celebrations. The resolution also included allowing the LGU to issue special permits for cockfights.