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MANILA, Philippines, August 14 (Eagle News) — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced that the processing of the extension of the validity of passport is now for free. But the said department also clarified that only the extension of validity is free and that the renewal of passport still needs to be paid. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
MANILA, Philippines, August 14 (Eagle News) – Based on the 2016 National Budget, government workers may receive Php 3, 000 increase in their salary next year if said provision in the national adjustment passes. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
CHINA, Asia, August 14 (Eagle News) — A warehouse exploded in a port city in China which left 50 dead, including 12 firefighters who responded to the explosion. Said warehouse is full of toxic chemicals, which forced authorities to suspend operations to ascertain the danger brought by these chemicals. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/dH6R1D2J6ms
Aug.14 (Reuters) Samsung Electronics Co Ltd unveiled a new Galaxy Note phablet and a larger version of its curved-screen S6 Edge smartphone on Thursday (August 13), marking a fresh bid by the South Korean company to revive momentum in its handset business. Samsung is the world’s top smartphone maker but its market share fell in the second quarter when the company released its critically acclaimed S6 models, squeezed by Apple Inc’s upscale iPhones and cheaper […]
(Reuters) — The devastated port city of Tianjin woke up in the morning on Friday (August 14) as search and rescue efforts continued after huge explosions hit the city, killing at least 50 with hundreds injured. Black smoke was still seen at the site of blasts while the search and rescue operation was underway. Investigators searched for clues on Friday to identify what caused two huge explosions at a warehouse used to store toxic […]
LAGAWE, Ifugao, August 14 (PIA)- – Do you know that soybean is considered one of the world’s “wonder crops” and has the potential of solving the world’s and our country’s chronic problem of food security, hunger and malnutrition? Known worldwide due to its health benefits, nutritive value, versatility and as a good source of protein, soybean has long been used not only for animal feed and industries but also served on the plates of many […]
MANILA, Aug. 14 — Both the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) and the government panel that negotiated the peace deal with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) said on Thursday that they welcome Sen. Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s sponsorship of his version of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) in the Senate. At the same time, the OPAPP and the government peace panel took the opportunity to clarify several issues raised by […]
MANILA, Philippines, August 13 (Eagle News) — The National Police Commission approved the giving of educational assistance to the beneficiaries of the 44 fallen members of the Special Action Force (SAF) who died in the Mamasapano incident. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
MANILA, Philippines, August 13 (Eagle News) — According to the Land Transportation and Franchising Board (LTFRB), the registration of Uber and Grab car operators is still ongoing and will continue till the deadline on August 20. After said deadline, the LTFRB will start arresting unregistered Uber and Grab car operators. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
MANILA, Philippines, August 13 (Eagle News) — Maynilad faced complaints from consumers experiencing weak water pressure, explaining that only a small line of the water pipe is being used. Maynilad added that the scheduled water interruption in Cavite will no longer push through. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/pB6p_v3i2yA
MANILA, Philippines, August 13 (Eagle News) — Manila City Mayor Joseph “Erap” Estrada and Vice Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno faced graft charges at the Office of the Ombudsman after demolishing the Quinta Market. Said complaint was filed by the Quinta vendors, alleging that said officials abused their powers when they forcibly demolished the market. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)
MANILA, Philippines, August 13 (Eagle News) — The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is asked to investigate politicians who have TV advertisements, with Buhay Party List Representative Lito Atienza saying that COMELEC should be meticulous since TV ads count as the most expensive form of advertisement currently available. <em>(Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)</em> https://youtu.be/hL4Z0Dfro8E
