As the mid-year arrives, the employees of PAGASA will now receive benefits as the Department of Budget and Management releases the SARO for the Magna Carta benefits of PAGASA employees, including the longevity pay and hazard pay.
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ASG member arrested
In an operation conducted by the Anti-Kidnapping Task Force of the Philippine National Police, a member of the Abu Sayyaf Group responsible for a series of kidnappings in Basilan was arrested.
Monsoon break will continue to bring hot and humid weather
According to the PAGASA, the hot and humid weather brought about by the monsoon break will continue to affect Metro Manila for three days. On the other hand an inter-tropical convergence zone is affecting Mindanao, bringing rains and thunderstorms.
Schumacher out of coma, shifted to Swiss hospital
(Reuters) – Seven times Formula One racing champion Michael Schumacher, who suffered severe head injuries in a ski accident last year, has come out of a coma and was transferred to a Swiss medical center on Monday, officials said, but gave no details of his condition. Schumacher, the most successful Formula One racer of all time, has had several brain operations since his accident in the French Alps in late December. He was moved for […]
Health officials warn of whooping cough “epidemic” in California
Health officials in California are warning of a whooping cough epidemic ANITA GORE, SPOKESPERSON, CA STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT:“In the last 2 weeks, there have been more than 800 cases reported to us.” They’ve seen over 3,400 cases reported so far this year. ANITA GORE, SPOKESPERSON, CA STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT: “That’s more than all of last year.” Sacramento County, for example, had only 74 cases last year. This year, there’s already been 177 cases reported. Health […]
China sentences three to death for Tiananmen Square attack
(Reuters) – China sentenced three people to death on Monday over a deadly attack at Beijing’s Tiananmen Square last October, state television reported, an incident blamed by the government on Islamist militants. One attacker was given a life sentence, and four others received jail terms ranging from five to 20 years. Five people were killed and 40 hurt when a car plowed into a crowd at the northern edge of Tiananmen Square and burst into flames. Those […]
Russia cuts gas to Ukraine, flows to EU threatened
(Reuters) – Russia cut off gas to Ukraine on Monday in a dispute over unpaid bills that could disrupt supplies to the rest of Europe and set back hopes for peace in the former Soviet republic. After weekend violence that included the loss of 49 troops in the downing of a Ukrainian plane, Russia said Kiev missed a deadline for a $1.95 billion debt payment and it would now only get gas it has paid for in […]
Medtronic to buy Covidien for $42.9 billion, rebase in Ireland
(Reuters) – U.S. medical device maker Medtronic Inc (MDT.N) said on Sunday it had agreed to buy Covidien Plc (COV.N) for $42.9 billion in cash and stock and move its executive base toIreland in the latest transaction aiming for lower corporate tax rates abroad. While the deal will allow Medtronic to reduce its overall global tax burden, the Minneapolis-based company said it was driven by a complementary strategy with Covidien on medical technology rather than tax considerations “The […]
U.S. considers air strikes, action with Iran to halt Iraq rebels
(Reuters) – The United States said it could launch air strikes and act jointly with its arch-enemy Iran to support the Iraqi government, after a rampage by Sunni Islamist insurgents acrossIraq that has torn up traditional alliances in the Middle East. Militants from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant have routed Baghdad’s army and seized the north of the country in the past week, threatening to dismember Iraq and unleash all-out sectarian warfare with no regard for national […]
Italian food perfect for Filipino taste
Filipinos are known for our love of food and one of the cuisine that caught our fancy is the Italian cuisine!
Alliance Francaise Du Manille gives us European cuisine
Foodies are in for a treat as Alliance Francaise du Manille gives as the Europeran Cuisine Season 2014 for affordable and very delicious European dishes.
Moscow threatens to cut off gas supply in Kiev
Ukraine faces the threat of Russia cutting off the country’s gas supply after the two nations failed again to come into terms regarding their gas-pricing dispute.
