The Department of Social Welfare and Development confirmed that it benefited from DAP funds, receiving an additional Php 1.97 billion which it used to support social services project in the ARMM.
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Atty. Gigi Reyes’ conditon improves
After two days in the hospital, Atty. Gigi Reyes’ medical condition has markedly improved but she is still not well enough to attend her scheduled arraignment.
Senators divided on Pnoy’s rejection of Sec. Abad’s resignation
Opposition Senator Nancy Binay asked President Aquino to reconsider his decision not to accept Abad’s resignation.
Senate Finance Committee Summons Abad to explain on DAP
The Senate Finance Committee summons Budget secretary Butch Abad in a hearing to explain the controversial DAP.
Obama tells Israel U.S. ready to help end hostilities
(Reuters) – President Barack Obama expressed concern to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday about the risk of an escalation of hostilities in the region and said the United States was ready to help bring them to an end, the White House said. “The United States remains prepared to facilitate a cessation of hostilities, including a return to the November 2012 ceasefire agreement,” the White House said Obama told Netanyahu in a phone call. […]
Palestinian death toll rises to 74 as Israel hits Gaza over rocket fire
(Reuters) – At least 74 Palestinians, most of them civilians, have been killed in Israel’s Gaza offensive, Palestinian officials said on Thursday, and militants kept up rocket attacks on Tel Aviv and other cities in warfare showing no signs of ending soon. Eight Palestinian family members, including five children, were killed in an early morning air strike that destroyed at least two homes in Khan Younis in southern Gaza, the Palestinian Health ministry said. Israel’s […]
Gov’t investigators, to file charges vs. Servando hazing suspect
Government investigators will be filing charges against twenty suspects in the death of the 18-year old hazing victim.
Israel deploys tanks near Gaza border
As Israeli aerial offensive continues on its third day, with tanks of the Israeli army reported to be seen approaching the border.
Both candidates in Indonesia election claim victory; Jokowi ahead in more counts
(Reuters) – Both candidates claimed victory in Indonesia’s presidential election on Wednesday, suggesting there could be a drawn out constitutional battle to decide who will next lead the world’s third-largest democracy. Just a few hours after voting closed, Jakarta governor Joko “Jokowi” Widodo said he had won, based on quick counts of more than 90 percent of the votes. A victory for him would be seen as a triumph for a new breed of politician […]
TESDA spends Php 1.1B from DAP
The Commission on Audit announced that almost Php 1.1 billion was spent by TESDA on fake scholars. Said money came from the controversial DAP.
Drunk man assaults policeman
A drunk man was arrested in Tondo, Manila when he punched a police officer.
Rice supply continues to dwindle
The rice supply of the Philippines continue to dwindle especially now in what is considered lean months. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, the rice supply has dwindled by 8%.
