The leadership of the Armed Forces of the Philippines called the papal visit a “security nightmare”, with AFP Chief of Staff General Gregorio Pio Catapang saying that it is no joke to guarantee the safety of the leader of the Catholic Church.
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MIAA cancels flights in preparation for arrival of Pope Francis
The Manila International Airport Authority cancelled domestic and international flights in preparation for the arrival of Pope Francis.
“Amang” enters PAR
The first storm for 2015 has finally entered the Philippine area of responsibility according to the PAGASA.
Obama unveils new cyber security proposal
United States President Barak Obama unveiled a new cyber-security legislative proposal to promote better information sharing between the government and the private sector.
Beer poisoning kills 71 in Mozambique
An official said that 71 people were killed after consuming a homemade brew in a funeral in Mozambique.
Immigration installs new passport readers
The Bureau of Immigration installed new passport readers in the NAIA just in time for the papal visit as well as the Philippine hosting of the APEC summit this year.
Congress to investigate passenger fares in ships
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Beach robot makes sand art
A turtle-shaped beach robot makes sand art in Switzerland.
Nueva Vizcaya and Ifugao to experience power interruption
Some parts of Nueva Vizcaya and Ifugao will experience one-hour power interruption on Friday, January 16.
Pacquiao signs papers regarding Pacquiao Mayweather fight
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Raja Muda Agbimuddin Kiram dies
Sultan Jamal Kiram III’s brother, Raja Muda Agbimuddin Kiram, passed away in Tawi-tawi, according to a spokesman of the Sulu Sultanate. Raja Muda was the one who lead the Sultanate’s forces in going to Lahar Datu in Sabah in 2013.
