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David files another disqualification case Vs Duterte

One petition has been filed before the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) on Monday, December 21 that questioned the legalization of candidacy of presidential aspirant Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte. The petition was made by Rizalito David, the same petitioner who also filed one disqualification case against presidential aspirant Grace Poe-Llamanzares before the Senate Electoral Tribunal. David requested the COMELEC to dismiss Duterte’s substitution of Martin Diño and to declare it as null and void.

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BSP: Old peso bills not acceptable for payment by January 1

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) disclosed that old peso bills can be used for buying and payments until December 31 only. As such, the bsp has been urging the public to swap their old peso bill called new design series (NDS) with the new generation currency (NGC). Ma. Lourdes Laconsay, Senior Research Specialist of BSP-San Fernando branch, said the NDS banknotes can still be used for paying, buying and other transactions requiring the use […]

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BSP cuts 2015 GIR target to $80 7 billion

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) cut its 2015 Gross International Reserves (GIR) target due in part to the slower growth of remittances from Filipinos overseas. To date, the Central Bank’s GIR target for the year is USD 80.7 billion, down from the USD 81.6 billion made last May. BSP Governor Amando Tetangco Jr., earlier traced the lower foreign reserves level to revaluation of the Central Bank’s Gold Holdings due to drop in the price […]

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ATM card safety tips

This Holiday season, cardholders are given some ATM card safety tips. The Philippine National Police (PNP) reminds cardholders to always guard their PIN or personal identification number. It is also important to handle transactions personally and to protect their ATM card as if its cash. Authorities also advise cardholders to be always on alert and always think of their safety when using an ATM. It’s a must to check first the safety of the surroundings […]

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PH now has 415 classified caves

The country now has a total of 415 classified caves, which the government is required to preserve and ensure their sustainable use. This developed as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has classified an additional 51 caves to guide communities on their responsible management. Prior to this, 364 caves had already been classified by the agency according to their characteristics. “As with other natural resources, caves are natural treasures that we need to […]

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Philippines vows stronger military to back South China Sea claim

Philippine President Benigno Aquino vowed on Monday (December 21) to leave behind a stronger and a more capable armed forces to face maritime challenges in the South China Sea when he leaves office next year. Aquino, ineligible to run for re-election under the constitution, promised to spend about 83.90 billion pesos ($1.77 billion) in a five-year period until 2017 to strengthen the military as China asserts its claims to most of the disputed waters. The […]

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No hurt feelings for Miss Colombia

Mistakenly crowned as Miss Universe, Miss Colombia beauty queen Ariadna María Gutiérrez bears no grudge against the Philippines neither against the Miss Universe organizers. In the other news, famous comedian-host Steve Harvey earned criticism for his accidental announcement. Let’s watch the details from Jandi Amoroso.

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Sea tragedy in Indonesia kills 3, 80 still missing

According to the Ministry of Transportation, three were reported dead as a passenger boat sunk in central Indonesia due to large waves, which in turn was caused by inclement weather. Search and rescue operations continue as 80 passengers were reported still missing. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

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PAL cancels flights to Surigao, Legazpi

The Philippine Airlines cancelled several of its flights to Surigao and Legazpi due to the inclement weather. For the list of cancelled flights, please see the accompanying video. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

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Miss Philippines wins Miss Universe

Miss Philippines Pia Wurtzbach won the crown as Miss Universe 2015 after the host Steven Harvey first mistakenly announcing Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez-Arevalo as the one who won the crown. Showing the envelope onscreen, Harvey owned up to his mistake and announcing that it is actually Wurtzbach that won the crown. Let’s watch the report of Sophia Okut (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

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LTFRB warns taxi drivers

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) warned taxi drivers to not turn away passengers during the holiday season specially during peak hours. Commuters are asked to report said taxi drivers so that the appropriate penalties can be applied against them. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/_likDVp64pQ

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Electricity returns in Northern Samar

According to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP), after the ravage of “Nona”, several areas in northern Samar now have electricity once again after repairs were completed. NGCP added that other areas are still undergoing repairs. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/XzpLcikgtug

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