AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Gregorio Catapang said that he was ready to return to the Caballo Island if the need arises.
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Kidnapping incidents may rise according to NGO
Teresita Ang See, founding chairman of the Movement for Restoration of Peace and Order, expresses her worries that there may be a rise in kidnapping incidents due to the series of calamities experienced by the country.
Cuban doctor affected by Ebola arrives at Geneva
The first Cuban to be affected by the Ebola virus has arrived in Geneva University Hospital.
Government holds National Biotechnology Week
The government will hold a National Biotechnology Week, in recognition of the said field’s contribution to the country’s economy, specially in agriculture.
Cleaner elections for 2016
A former commissioner of the Commission on Elections said that a cheaper and more credible elections for 2016 is achievable.
Business expo prepares SMEs for ASEAN Integration
A business expo gathers more than 200 small and medium enterprises to prepare them for the coming ASEAN integration.
General Santos City, ready for hero’s welcome
The local government of General Santos City is already preparing for a hero’s welcome after Manny Pacquiao’s fight with Algieri this coming Sunday.
Whistleblower involves Justice Ong’s name in plunder case
While giving her testimony in the bail petition of Janet Napoles, whistleblower Marina Sula said that Napoles herself said that they should not be afraid because she has a contact in the court in the person of Justice Ong.
Bohol continues rehabilitation program after earthquake
Bohol is on its way towards recovery after last year’s earthquake hit the province.
Bird flu hits Netherlands
Another farm in the Netherlands was hit by bird flu which resulted in 43, 000 chickens being burned.
Yoko Ono helps global launch of Unicef
Yoko Ono, noted activists and widow of musician John Lennon, helped in the global launching of the Unicef, giving permission for the use of the song “Imagine” to raise funds.
Government to step up its anti terrorism program
The government will exert efforts to lower the Philippines’ ranking in the 9th place among countries with terrorist problems according to the World Peace Index.