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PNP examines alleged Abu Sayyaf video

The Philippine National Police (PNP) examined the video released by alleged members of the Abu Sayyaf group asking for a Php 4 billion-ransom. Said video was submitted by the PNP Anti-Kidnapping Group to the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group in order to authenticate said video. <em>(Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)</em>

Expelled evangelical worker Lowell Menorca faces numerous libel suits from SCAN international

Expelled Iglesia Ni Cristo evangelical worker, Lowell Menorca II is facing numerous libel suits over his alleged accusations against Society of Communicators and Networkers or SCAN International. Members of the SCAN International in Albay filed a libel suit against Menorca stemming from his allegations that the SCAN is a “hit squad” of the church. SCAN International Albay President, Ariel Higuit said that Menorca’s allegation has caused damage to the group’s name and credibility. Earlier, Jose […]

Iglesia Ni Cristo members in Eastern Australia take part in Unity Games

From Windy Wellington to little big city Auckland, the members of the Church of Christ or Iglesia Ni Cristo gathered in the North Shore Events Centre to participate in New Zealand’s first Unity Games of 2015 and Family Fun Day. The enthusiasm of the brethren to show their love of brotherhood was seen since the opening ceremony which included a parade of colors representing the different locales and group worship services in attendance. The assistant […]

Felix Manalo premieres in Hawaii

The much awaited movie “Felix Manalo”, chronicling the life of the leader of the Iglesia Ni Cristo also known as Church of Christ is now showing in Honolulu, Hawaii, in dole Cannery Regal Cinemas 18. Hours before show time, many were already standing in line to buy their tickets. Some also purchased tickets online ahead of time to avoid the long lines. Some of them flew from the other island, just to watch the movie. […]

Palace launches APEC information channel, public service announcement

As the country’s hosting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit goes in full swing, sky cable channel 133 will start giving the public updates on the event starting November 9. “This is part of our effort to bring the hosting to more people because, as the delegates come, coverage will be restricted but we would want our fellow Filipinos to see what will be going on inside and what the activities are,” “this is […]

U.S. defense secretary says ASEAN’s lack of consensus shows concern over South China Sea

  (Reuters) — U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter on Wednesday (November 4) defended U.S. naval presence in the South China Sea, and said the inability of ASEAN defense ministers to reach a consensus reflected their concern about China’s activity in the area. Disagreement between the United States and China over how to address rival claims in the South China Sea marred a gathering of Southeast Asian defence officials on Wednesday, with a joint statement scrapped after ministers failed to […]

Malaysia says no consensus reached at ASEAN defense forum

  (Reuters) — Disagreement between the United States and China over how to address rival claims in the South China Sea marred a gathering of Southeast Asian defence officials on Wednesday (November 4), with a joint statement scrapped after ministers failed to agree on its wording. Malaysian Minister of Defence Hishammuddin Hussein said during a news conference that a consensus had not been reached. “We couldn’t reach a consensus on the joint declaration and instead […]

1ST JAPAN-PHILIPPINES ENVIRONMENTAL DIALOGUE

MANILA – The 1st Japan-Philippines Environmental Dialogue was held on October 27, 2015 in Pasay City, Metro Manila. The dialogue was attended by State Minister of the Ministry of the Environment of Japan, Shinji Inoue, Assistant Secretary of Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Atty. Juan Miguel T. Cuna and Executive Director of National Solid Waste Management Commission, Eligio T. Ildefonso.  The Dialogue was held based on the “Action Plan for Strengthening of the Strategic Partnership” […]

Finland, Indonesia seek to boost bilateral ties

Indonesian President Joko Widodo welcomed Finland president Sauli Niinisto to the capital Jakarta on Tuesday for a two-day visit aimed at enhancing bilateral relations. The visit by the Finnish delegation, made up of representatives of 11 businesses, was very important to enhance trade cooperation between the two countries as according to foreign ministry data Indonesia’s trade increased about 780 million U.S. dollars, while Finnish investment also increased from 800 thousand to 3.6 million U.S. dollars. […]

DOTC implements new baggage handling procedure amidst “tanim-bala” modus

In order to put a stop to the “tanim-bala” modus operandi, the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) implemented a new baggage handling procedure which includes the installment of additional closed-circuit TV cameras as well as installing larger posters regarding the carrying of ammunition. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

GOETHE-INSTITUT BRINGS BERLINALE SHORT FILMS TO THE PH

MANILA – This December, the Goethe-Institut Philippinen is giving film buffs across the country a special treat. From Dec. 2 to Dec. 20, twelve short films from the Berlinale, the Berlin International Film Festival, will be shown in four cities around the Philippines for free. Dubbed “Berlinale Spotlight”, the films are especially curated for screenings in Southeast Asia and will be shown in two programs. Included in the film roster are Berlinale laureates HOSANNA (Golden Bear […]

UN warns employees against “tanim-bala” scheme

The United Nations Department of Safety and Security warned its personnel regarding the “tanim-bala” extortion scheme, with said UN department advising those concerned to wrap their baggage in plastic to avoid being victimized by said scheme. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)