MAY 19 – Continuous string rains resulted in a landslide that killed 52 people in Colombia. Said landslide also caused damages to infrastructure. (Colombia, South America) (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Other News
Valenzuela City issued provisional permit to Kentex
VALENZUELA City, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) — The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) revealed that the local government of Valenzuela City issued a provisional business permit to Kentex Manufacturing Corporation despite lacking a fire safety inspection certificate. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Solon counters Malacañang version of BBL
QUEZON City, Philippines – Bayan Muna representative Neri Colmenares and Zamboanga representative Celso Lobregat said that they will counter the new version of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) drafted by the Malacañang, which they alleged, was formed during the meeting of several congressmen with President Benigno S. Aquino III during the weekend. The two further accused the Malacañang of rail-roading. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
41 degree Celsius heat index in Manila
QUEZON City, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) — According to the PAGASA, Metro Manila may experience a 41 degree Celsius heat index. A heat index is the temperature felt by the body due to the hot weather. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Sen. Poe asks VP Binay to face Senate
MANILA, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) — For the first time, Senator Grace Poe challenged Vice President Jejomar Binay to face the Senate to clear the issues that he is facing, adding that this is the only way for the public to know that he is saying the truth. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
House ad-hoc committee continues voting regarding BBL
QUEZON City, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) — The House Ad-Hoc Committee will continue their voting on the remaining 95 pages of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), with said committee having voted on only 14 pages last time. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
MMDA launches “Friend Trip” app
MAKATI City, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) launches a mobile application called “Friend Trip” which will allow friends on Facebook to know if they are going to the same location so that they can organize a carpool. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Malacañang denies forcing congressmen to pass BBL
MANILA, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) – – Communications Secretary Sonny Coloma denied charges that the Malacañang is forcing its allies in the Congress to pass the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), adding that the meeting between the President and members of the Congress is just a normal consultative process for such an important piece of legislature. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
Cagayan will experience 10-hour brownout
QUEZON City, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) — The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) issued an advisory announcing that various areas in Cagayan will experience a power interruption that will last for ten hours. The reason for said power outage is the replacement of old electric posts in the said area. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
CA asks Sen. Trillanes to explain allegations
MANILA, Philippines, May 19 (Eagle News) – – The eleventh division of the Court of Appeals (CA) issued a two-paged resolution asking Senator Antonio Trillanes to explain why he should not be cited for contempt for his allegations of CA justices accepting bribes from the Binay camp. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
What to do when in Zambales?
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, May 19) – Current a favorite spot for summer vacationers and beach enthusiasts, Zambales has become popular for its isolated beaches. Pundaquit, Anawangin, Nagsasa… these are just some of the well-known coves in the province. What sets the beaches of Zambales apart from other locations in the country is the blessed isolation. Just a few kilometers away from the Metro and you can get away with all the stress […]
Taiwanese man creates full body replica of Iron Man suit
Taiwanese Wu You-ting has taken Iron Man fandom to a whole new level. Wu, 28, had always considered himself a fan of millionaire-turned crime-fighting cyberborg comic hero Iron Man, but it was not until he saw the film’s third installment at a local theater that he was inspired to build his own suit of armor. “I really like Iron Man. Once I went to see the movie and saw the movie theater placing the (full […]
