According to the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, starting on April 15, the Department of Public Works and Highway will begin the concrete re-blocking and road repair of ninety-four locations in EDSA.
Other News
Man wounded in a car accident in Marcos Highway, Antipolo
Alexander Tulfo was riding his bicycle home when he was hit by a car that accidently collided with the concrete island in Marcos Highway, Antipolo City. The strong impact crushed the man’s bike. The driver of the car will shoulder the hospital expenses of the victim.
Ombudsman invites Czech ambassador regarding extortion charges on government officials
The Office of the Ombudsman once again extends an invitation to the Czech ambassador to clear the allegations of extortion against government officials.
U.S. Health Secretary resigns after overseeing Obamacare botched rollout
(Reuters) — U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius is resigning after overseeing the botched rollout of President Barack Obama’s signature healthcare reforms, aWhite House official said on Thursday (April 10). Her departure removes a lightning rod for Republican critics as Obama and his Democrats try to retain control of the U.S. Senate in November midterm elections, where problems with Obamacare reforms will be a top issue. The Oct. 1 launch of the new Obamacare health insurance marketplace, which was […]
Tractor-trailer slams into high school tour bus, killing 9 and injuring 32 in California
(Reuters) – A tractor-trailer slammed into a tour bus carrying high school students in northern California on Thursday, killing at least nine people and injuring 32, the California Highway Patrol said. Fran Clader, CHP spokeswoman, said the driver of the FedEx truck lost control of the vehicle, crossed over a divider on Interstate 5 and slammed first into a car and then the tour bus. Clader said the bus was carrying high school students and other passengers […]
2014 EU-Africa Summit
Leaders of African countries and the European Union met in Brussels on April 2 and 3, under the theme Investing In People, Prosperity And Peace. Also joining the 4th EU-Africa summit are African institutions and international observers. The 2014 summit agenda includes education and training, women and youth, migration, growth and job opportunities, investing in peace and ways to enhance EU support for African Security. The European Union was represented by president of the European […]
APRUB – Philippine Aerospace Development Corporation
Katuwang ng ating pamahalaan ang Philippine Aerospace Development Corporation na nilikha noong September 5, 1973, na ang layunin ay makabuo ng mga proyekto na may kaugnayan sa reliable aviation at aerospace industry. Nais ng PADC na maibigay ang quality sa support services, maintenance, repair at iba pa. Maging maunlad rin sa larangan ng aerospace development.
HAWAII HOSTS 2ND LANPAC CONFERENCE
The Association of the United States Army Institute of Land Warfare conducted a symposium and exposition here in Honolulu, Hawaii. Now on it’s second year, this year’s focus is on “Land Forces: Assuring Security and Stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific” region. This 3-day event will include dialogue on how to ensure that land forces in the region are capable to respond in cases of conflict or need for humanitarian assistance. General Vincent Brooks, Commanding General of […]
LTFRB inspects buses for holiday break
To ensure the safety of passengers during the holiday break, the Land Transportation and Franchising Board conducted inspections in the Araneta Bus Terminal.
LPA, still inside Philippine Area of Responsibility
The low-pressure area that was formerly the storm “Domeng” is still inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, near Surigao del Sur, affecting Caraga and Davao region, as well as the provinces of Misamis Oriental and eastern Visayas. Metro Manila will have sunny weather with light rain showers in the afternoon. The low-pressure area is expected to dissipate during the weekends.
Fire in Tandang Sora, Quezon City
50 houses were burned down while 150 families were affected by a fire in Banlat Road, Tandang Sora, Quezon City.
COMELEC targets new 13 million new voters
The Commission on Elections targets 13 million new voters to register, including those with no biometrics, on the May 16 voters registration. Comelec expects 3 million new voters to register while 9 million registered voters will undergo biometrics registration. Registered voters with no biometrics will be disenfranchised in the 2016 elections. Said registration will start on May 6, 2014 and will last until October 31, 2015.
