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No Filipino harmed in latest missile attack vs. Saudi
June 12, 2018, 1:47 pm
MANILA -- No Filipino was affected by the latest missile strike against Saudi Arabia, which killed three in the southern city of Jizan on Saturday, the Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah, through the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), said. Consul General Edgar Badajos said "a projectile"… Read More
PNP chief to priests, other religious leaders: Report threats to us
June 12, 2018, 1:19 pm
MANILA -- Authorities are urging priests and other persons facing threats to coordinate and report these to local police even as the Philippine National Police assured prompt action on the case of Fr. Richmond Nilo who was shot dead at the San Pablo Chapel, in Zaragoza, Nueva Ecija on Sunday.… Read More
Envoy vows action vs. erring China Coast Guard personnel
June 12, 2018, 1:13 pm
MANILA -- Amid concerns raised by Filipino fishermen that the Chinese Coast Guard might forcibly take their catch the next time they fish in the disputed Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal, a Chinese envoy assured that their government is investigating the matter and will punish erring personnel if… Read More
CA junks plea vs. FDA certification of 51 contraceptives
June 12, 2018, 12:38 pm
MANILA -- The Court of Appeals (CA) junked the motion for reconsideration filed by pro-life group Alliance For the Family Foundation Philippines, Inc. (ALFI) seeking to stop the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from certifying 51 contraceptives as safe and non-abortifacient. “We deny the… Read More
Less jobseekers seen in Luneta due to rains: DOLE
June 12, 2018, 12:36 pm
MANILA -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) was expecting a slightly lower number of jobseekers at the Independence Day Trabaho, Negosyo, Kabuhayan Job and Business Fair at the Luneta Park in Manila due to bad weather, a labor official said Tuesday. “Because of the rains, we are… Read More
China probes seizures of PH fishermen’s catch at Scarborough Shoal
June 12, 2018, 12:29 pm
MANILA -- Following reports that the Chinese Coast Guard have been filching the catch of Filipino fishermen in the disputed Scarborough Shoal or Bajo de Masinloc, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Monday night said their government is now investigating the issue. At a press briefing in… Read More
Duterte to protesters: ‘Our common denominator is love for PH’
June 12, 2018, 12:18 pm
MANILA -- At the beginning of his speech and at various points throughout, President Rodrigo R. Duterte was briefly interrupted by protesters on Independence Day (June 12) but the Chief Executive went on telling them that despite their differences, they had at least one common denominator. “We… Read More
Palace urges Pinoys to support Nat’l ICT Summit in Davao
June 12, 2018, 11:48 am
MANILA -- Malacañang on Monday enjoined Filipinos to participate in the upcoming National Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Summit 2018 which will take place on June 21 to 22 in Davao City. With the theme “Empowering the Filipino through Digital Transformation,” the National ICT… Read More
AFP activates Joint Task Force 'Bicolandia'
June 12, 2018, 10:30 am
MANILA -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) formally activated its Joint Task Force "Bicolandia" Monday in line with the ongoing efforts to secure the entire Bicol Region. Col. Noel Detoyato, AFP public affairs office chief, said the move aims to integrate air, sea, and land units in the… Read More
'Habagat' continues to affect PH
June 12, 2018, 10:11 am
MANILA— Most parts of the country will experience light to moderate rains Tuesday, Independence Day, brought by the southwest monsoon or "habagat", the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. The state weather bureau said the southwest monsoon,… Read More
Troops not demoralized by WPS issue: Lorenzana
June 12, 2018, 10:02 am
MANILA -- Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Delfin Lorenzana on Monday dismissed rumors that military personnel are demoralized with the government's handling of the West Philippine Sea issue. "No, hindi (they are not) demoralized, pumunta lang kayo sa (just go to the) field. Mataas… Read More
Banner stories of Manila's leading newspapers, Tuesday, June 12, 2018
June 12, 2018, 7:54 am
BUSINESS MIRROR – Upbeat on long term: FDI rise 43.5% in Q1 INQUIRER – Outrage over killing of 3rd priest in Luzon MANILA BULLETIN – 'One-time shot' at peace PHILIPPINE STAR – China in control of Panatag, say Pinoy fishermen MANILA STANDARD – PH deals China rare rebuke MANILA… Read More
Duterte urges Pinoys to defend democratic ideals on Independence Day
June 12, 2018, 12:00 am
MANILA -- President Rodrigo R. Duterte urged Filipinos to get inspiration on the sacrifices of our country’s heroes to defend democratic ideals as their own act of patriotism on Independence Day (June 12). “Inspired by the sacrifices of those who have bravely stood before us, may we also find… Read More
Manila-Busuanga flights cancelled due to bad weather
June 11, 2018, 10:01 pm
MANILA -- Four flights between Manila and Busuanga were cancelled Monday afternoon due to the inclement weather, according to the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA). These flights were Skyjet (M8) 717/718, 713/714 Manila-Busuanga-Manila flights. Earlier today, MIAA also announced four… Read More
Palace to prioritize probe into Nueva Ecija priest slay
June 11, 2018, 8:11 pm
MANILA -- Malacañang on Monday condemned the killing of Fr. Richmond Nilo of the Diocese of Cabanatuan, the third Catholic priest killed in the country since late last year, noting that it will make the case among its top priorities. Reports showed that Nilo was shot dead by unidentified gunmen… Read More
Malacañang hails boost in revenue collection
June 11, 2018, 7:39 pm
MANILA -- Malacañang on Monday lauded the increase in revenue collections of three government agencies namely the Bureau of Internal Revenue, Bureau of Customs, and the Bureau of Treasury for the period of January to May. “Tumaas po ang koleksiyon ng ating BIR, Bureau of Customs and Bureau of… Read More
‘Dark fiber’ deal will hasten free internet in PH: Pimentel
June 11, 2018, 7:32 pm
MANILA -- Senator Aquilino Pimentel III on Monday welcomed the agreement between the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), the National Transmission Corporation (TransCo), and the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), which would enable the use of “dark… Read More
Go calls on police to intensify crime fighting efforts
June 11, 2018, 7:21 pm
MANILA -- Special Assistant to the President Christopher Lawrence "Bong" Go on Sunday urged the police to intensify their anti-crime efforts amidst killings of some judiciary members. In his speech before Tondo residents in Manila, Go urged the police to continue supporting President Rodrigo Roa… Read More
Limit Chinese guards from taking our catch, Pinoy fishermen appeal
June 11, 2018, 7:09 pm
MANILA -- Filipino fishermen expressed gratitude that they were allowed to fish in the disputed Panatag (Scarborough Shoal) but appealed to the government to limit Chinese Coast Guards from taking their catch in exchange for water, noodles and cigarettes. “Okay nang nakakapangisda (kami) doon.… Read More
Gallup report shows Duterte’s crime crackdown effective: Palace
June 11, 2018, 7:04 pm
MANILA -- Malacañang on Monday welcomed research firm Gallup’s 2018 Global Law and Order report which showed that the Philippines maintained its ranking in the 82nd spot. According to its website, the Global Law and Order report measures how secure or insecure people feel in their neighborhood… Read More
