MANILA, Philippines — The Palace said it was not surprised by a recent Pulse Asia survey, which found that a majority of the people do not want Charter change, nor do they support a term extension for the President. In the latest Pulse Asia survey, 62 percent or a majority of the respondents asked by the research group rejected Charter change. In a press briefing in Malacañang, Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. […]
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More soldiers to be sent around Mt. Mayon to keep people out of danger
LEGAZPI City, Albay (ENS) — The Southern Luzon Command is preparing to send in more soldiers as reinforcement in Albay province to help the members of the 901st Infantry brigade of the Philippine Army in keeping watch around the six to seven kilometer danger zone of Mt. Mayon. Because evacuees kept on returning to their homes inside the danger zone, the Albay provincial government was forced to seek the help of the SOLCOM to […]
Taiwanese demonstrate in support of Hong Kong Pro-Democracy demonstrators
About 100 protesters gathered outside the Hong Kong representative office in Taiwan, demanding that all political and economic talks with China end immediately, in a show of support to the pro-democracy rally in Hong Kong.
Hataman dismisses reports of ISIS presence in ARMM
ARMM Governor Hataman dismissed reports that ISIS members have gotten into the region.
DepEd releases Php23 Million for Albay
The DepEd will release 23 million pesos to procure 15,000 chairs and construct 500 temporary learning spaces for schools being used as evacuation centers in Albay.
Sandiganbayan gives Revilla access to Luy’s ‘Pork’ files
The Sandiganbayan 1st Division allowed the camp of Senator Revilla to access pork barrel principal whistleblower Benhur Luy’s hard drive.
Rep.Tiangco: We expected a bigger drop
The camp of VP Binay belittled the drop saying that they are expecting a bigger cut due to the actions of Binay’s detractors.
US Navy to participate in exercises in Palawan
Two US Navy warships that will participate in amphibious landing exercises, arrived at the Subic Free Port. Amphibious assault ship, USS Peleliu and amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown will participate in the yearly naval exercise. According to the United States embassy, said vessels will support Philippine and US troops in the amphibious landing training, aiming to strengthen military response to regional issues, humanitarian disasters and maritime security. Said exercise is a yearly activity which […]
Today is last day for SK registration
Children ages 15-17 were encouraged by the COMELEC to use social media and selfies to promote the last day of SK registration.
Storm to enter Philippine Area of Responsibility
There’s a large possibility that the storm being monitored by PAGASA will enter the Philippine area of responsibility by the end of the week. It will be given the designation, “Neneng”.
OWWA guarantees safety of Hong Kong
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) ensures that OFWs in Hong Kong remain safe despite ongoing pro-democracy protests.
Former NFA Administrator not safe
Even if he has already left his post, former NFA Administrator Arthur Juan is not safe from possible charges that may be filed against him due to the alleged extortion of a rice dealer. This was emphasized by Justice Secretary Leila De Lima, in the face of the continuing NBI investigation of the allegations of businessman Jomerito Soliman of Purefeeds Corp. Based on the allegation, Juan extorted a total of 15 million pesos after a […]