Another impeachment complaint was filed against President Aquino, this time by youth groups.
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17 breakaway rebels killed in clashes with soldiers in Maguindanao
The Philippine Army reported 17 BIFF rebels killed in a military encounter in Maguindanao.
MRT 3 experiences operational difficulties
MRT-3 experienced technical difficulties but was back to normal after a few minutes.
Trillanes disappointed over Meralco’s slow repair of transmission lines
Senator Trillanes express dismay over the slow response of Meralco regarding the repair of transmission lines damaged by Typhoon “Glenda”.
“Henry” strands passengers
More than 100 passengers were stranded in various ports all over the country due to Typhoon “Henry”.
Fire in Rizal Ave, Manila destroys medical equipment
An estimated Php 500, 000 worth of medical supplies and equipment were destroyed in a fire in Rizal Avenue, Manila.
State of emergency on energy
According to Department of Energy Secretary Jericho Petilla, the President should declare a state of emergency on energy due to the possible shortage of the energy supply in April or May 2015 as well as the delay on repairs of electric power plants that may result in rotating brownouts in Luzon.
“Henry” out, new LPA enters Philippine area of responsibility
According to the PAGASA, by Wednesday morning, Typhoon “Henry” will leave the Philippine area of responsibility. Public storm signal number 2 is raised over the Batanes group of islands while public storm signal number 1 is raised over Cagayan and Babuyan Islands.
Aquino lauds Iglesia Ni Cristo on its victories during PHL Arena inauguration
MANILA, Philippines – More than 50,000 Iglesia Ni Cristo members took part in celebrating the inauguration of the “largest indoor arena” in the world, the Philippine Arena, built inside the Ciudad de Victoria (City of Victory) in Bocaue, Bulacan on Monday, July 21 Representatives from its concept designer, structural engineer, and construction firm also attended the event that served as a prelude to the July 27 Centennial celebration of the INC or Church of Christ […]
Officials Laud Philippine Arena Inauguration
Government officials were all praises for Ciudad de Victoria and its centerpiece, the Philippine Arena, as they voiced their support for the facility. House Speaker Sonny Belmonte, who was also present during the groundbreaking ceremony for the arena last year, was astounded, claiming he has seen the outside of the place several times but was amazed by its sheer size when he stepped inside. Ilocos Norte Governor Imee Marcos, meanwhile, remarked that it is a […]
Pnoy Quotes Bible Verses in Philippine Arena Event
In an unexpected turn, President Aquino used The Bible to win over the 55,000 Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) members during the inauguration of the Philippine Arena today in Bulacan.There was heavy and cheers applause in the audience as Aquino quoted the Bible passages John 13:34-35 and Matthew 25:40 during his ten-minute speech. He also offered his congratulations to the religious group, which is celebrating itscentennial anniversary next Sunday.“Nagsisilbi po kayong (INC) tulay upang mapalalim pa ang pananampalataya ng inyong […]
Thousands awake despite midnight wake-up call
“From the looks of their smiles, you’d think we were sleeping all night,” mused one teenager inside the Philippine Arena, minutes before its official inauguration. Indeed, thousands of people, many of whom are members of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC), were in a frenzy inside the 55,000-seater arena. This despite having trooped to the site in Ciudad de Victoria hours before the 8 am celebration. “Karamihan samin, before 1 am gising na,” said a Marlon […]
