International agency Standard and Poors upgraded the credit rating of the Philippines to triple B because of its potential to sustain reforms in the succeeding administrations.
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Ombudsman junks plunder raps vs. ex-President Arroyo
MANILA, May 8 (PNA) — The Office of the Ombudsman (Ombudsman) on Thursday dismissed the plunder case filed against former President and now Pampanga (2nd District) Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. The Ombudsman said that it found no evidence to implicate the former president and the incumbent Pampanga representative in the P728-million fertilizer fund scam. In a resolution released on Thursday, the Ombudsman said the complainants, which include several anti-Arroyo groups, failed to present documentary or testimonial […]
11 Chinese fishermen named by Western Command; 5 Filipino fishermen brought to court for inquest
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, May 8 (PNA) -– The Western Command (Wescom) in this city has named the 11 Chinese fishermen intercepted by the elements of the PNP Maritime Special Boat Unit (SBU) Thursday following their transfer and medical examination to its military hospital. The Sino boat captain of F/V Qiongqionghai 09063 earlier identified as Chen Hi Quan was with 10 crewmen named Shi Xian Xiong, Shi Lian Doung, He Zhuang, He Chun, Huang Ji Xuan, […]
Sandiganbayan allows Rep. Gwen Garcia to travel abroad
The Sandiganbayan allowed Cebu Representative Gwendolyn Garcia to travel abroad despite charges of graft and malversation against her.
Filipino Legacies to be Highlighted in TAOID Heritage Celebration 2014
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) trains the limelight on our precious cultural heritage as the May National Heritage Month nears. Awareness and preservation of heritage are vital in the construction and strengthening of our national identity, which will engender pride, enable to us to overcome crises, and guide us towards progress. Because of these, Proclamation No. 439 was signed on August 11, 2003, declaring the month of May of every year […]
Enchong Dee Supports Heritage as NCCA Celebrates National Heritage Month
Actor, athlete and Kapamilya heartthrob Enchong Dee lends his support to Philippine arts and culture as he becomes the National Commission for Culture and the Arts’ (NCCA) ambassador for heritage. Dee is a swimmer of the Philippine national swimming team, who became a popular model and endorser, paving the way for him to be involved in showbiz. He appeared in many ABS-CBN dramas such Tanging Yaman, Magkaribal, Katorse, Maria La Del Barrio, Ina, Kapatid, Anak […]
US expresses concern over Palawan incident
The United States have expressed concern at the latest incident in the territorial dispute between China and the Philippines when Philippine authorities arrested a Chinese vessel with cargo of endangered wildlife.
Cornejo pleads not guilty
Denise Cornejo plead “not guilty” in the grave coercion case filed against her by Vhong Navarro.
Former budget secretary ready to answer questions
Former budget secretary Rolando Andaya Jr., is ready to face questions regarding his authorization of budgetary disbursements in the final months of the Arroyo administration.
Six months after disaster, Philippine farmers bring in the harvest
7 May, 2014, Central Philippines – Tens of thousands of farmers are bringing in their first rice harvest just six months after one of the worst typhoons to ever hit the Philippines left their fields in tatters and their livelihoods at risk, FAO announced today. After Typhoon Haiyan hit the central Philippines on 8 November, 2013, the situation was dire. More than 6,000 people lost their lives, while some 600,000 hectares of farmland were destroyed, […]
A bus fell from a cliff in Aurora
A bus fell from a cliff in the Aurora province, when it lost control. The bus was bearing 21 passengers when it fell from the cliff.
NBI raids KTV in Pasay City
After receiving an intelligence report, the National Bureau of Investigation raided a KTV bar in Pasay City for violation of Anti-Human Trafficking Law, rescuing 20 Filipino GROs as well as 2 Chinese nationals.
