(Reuters) – A typhoon killed at least 10 people as it churned across the Philippines and hit the capital, prompting the evacuation of almost more than 370,000 people, shutting financial markets, offices and schools, rescue officials said on Wednesday. The eye of Typhoon Rammasun, the strongest storm to hit the country this year, passed to the south of Manila on Wednesday after cutting a path across the main island of Luzon, toppling trees and power […]
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CAAP suspends NAIA runway operations
MANILA, July 16 (PNA) — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) suspended Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) runway operation on Wednesday, as of 7 a.m.. According to the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) via Twitter, runway operations will be suspended due to bad weather caused by typhoon “Glenda” until further notice. Passengers are advised to check with the airline or NAIA flight information about status of their flight. NAIA flight information number […]
Typhoon Rammasun shuts down Philippine capital
Philippine authorities evacuated almost 150,000 people from their homes and shuttered financial markets, government offices, businesses and schools on Wednesday (July 16) as typhoon Rammasun gathered strength and hit the capital, Manila. The typhoon, the strongest to hit the country this year, has already torn through eastern islands, toppling trees and power lines and causing blackouts. On Wednesday (July 16), it brought storm surges to the Manila Bay area and prompted disaster officials to evacuate […]
International Aid for Humanity held in Subang Jaya, Malaysia
As part of the activities of the Iglesia Ni Cristo’s Countdown to the Centennial, Subang Jaya, Malaysia recently held an International Aid for Humanity. This mission primarily aims to extend outreach services like relief and health-care missions where INC members can express love and compassion to their countrymen in need. Robina Tanawin reports.
Germany wins over Argentina in World Cup 2014
Germany won against Argentina in the finals of the 2014 World Cup in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
DOJ sees no problem regarding graphic warning on cigarettes
According to the Department of Justice, there is no legal impediment in the enactment of a proposed law that requires the placement of graphic warnings in cigarette packages.
Central Luzon Police to deploy 3000 personnel for INC Centennial
To regulate traffic on July 27, the Central Luzon Police will deploy 3,000 police on the occasion of the celebration of the Iglesia Ni Cristo Centennial.
Accident in Manila injures 17
A public utility jeep was involved in an accident in Blumentrit, Manila, resulting in 17 wounded. The driver of the jeep was able to escape.
Presidential speech regarding DAP, already finished
According to Presidential Communications Secretary Sonny Coloma, the Presidential speech regarding the controversial DAP is already complete.
Possible new international airport in Sangley Point, Cavite
According to the Department of Transportation and Communication, Sangley Point in Cavite City will possibly be the location for a new Manila international airport.
“Glenda” gets stronger as it nears Bicol, Quezon Province
PAGASA raises public storm signal number 1 in various areas of Bicol and Quezon Province as tropical storm “Glenda” approaches said regions.
Gaza death toll rises; Hamas fires rockets at Tel Aviv
BY NIDAL AL-MUGHRABI AND MAAYAN LUBELL (Reuters) – An Israeli air strike on the home of Gaza’s police chief killed 18 people on Saturday, Gaza’s health ministry said, and Hamas fired the largest salvo of rockets yet on Tel Aviv since the start of the Jewish state’s offensive in the Palestinian enclave. The strike on the home of Tayseer Al-Batsh in Gaza City was the deadliest bombing since Israel launched its offensive on Tuesday to […]