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Lacson files bill seeking to institutionalize direct public participation in the budget process

(Eagle News) — Senator Panfilo Lacson has filed a bill institutionalizing the direct participation of people’s organizations and non-government organizations in the preparation of the country’s annual spending bill. In filing Senate Bill No. 2219, Lacson said there was a need “to achieve a people-oriented budget as well as establish transparency and accountability in the budget process.” Under the bill, civil society organizations can observe public consultations, and submit position papers to national government agencies […]

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Comelec to proclaim 12 winners in senatorial race within two weeks after election day

(Eagle News) — The Commission on Elections is expected to proclaim the 12 winners in the upcoming senatorial race roughly within two weeks after the elections. According to James Jimenez, Comelec spokesperson, the proclamation of the winners in the local elections, on the other hand, can be done in 24 to 72 hours at the latest. At least 148 candidates are vying for a seat in the Senate. Over 18,000 national and local posts are […]

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Duterte signs EO for implementation of annex on normalization under CAB

(Eagle News) –President Rodrigo Duterte has signed an executive order for the implementation of the annex on normalization under the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro. In signing Executive Order No. 79, Duterte said there was a need to “fully implement the various components of the normalization process and capitalize on existing mechanisms and framework” under the annex  signed on Jan. 25, 2014. The annex, which he said was an “integral” part of the CAB signed […]

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DOTr: Construction of LRT Line 1 Cavite extension to begin on Wednesday, May 8

(Eagle News) — The construction of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 Cavite extension will start on Wednesday, May 8. The Department of Transportation made the announcement in a Facebook post on Tuesday, April 30, eight days before the scheduled construction work. According to the DOTr, the 11.7-kilometer railway extension project aims to connect Baclaran and Bacoor, Cavite so that the one-and a-half-hour trip is cut down to thirty minutes. Under the project, eight new […]

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DFA denies warning admin against partnering with Huawei

(Eagle News) — The Department of Foreign Affairs has denied warning the Philippine government against partnering with Chinese technology giant Huawei. The DFA issued the clarification after Rappler published a report on an internal memorandum that informed the Department of Information and Communications Technology, National Security Council, and the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency that the Czech Republic and France “have issued orders to limit the use of Huawei products primarily due to security concerns.” “This […]

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Leftists to SC: Ban Meralco from collecting bill deposits from consumers

(Eagle News) — Leftists on Tuesday, April 29, asked the Supreme Court to ban Manila Electric Corp. from imposing and collecting funds from customers that will make up the bill deposits. In a petition for certiorari, Neri Colmenares, Bayan Muna partlist Rep. Carlos Zarate, Anakpawis partylist Rep. Ariel Casilao, Gabriela Reps. Emerenciana de Jesus and Arlene Brosas, ACT Teachers partylist Rep. Francisca Castro, Kabataan partylist Rep. Sarah Elago and Bagong Alyansang Makabayan secretary general Renato […]

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Japan’s new imperial couple face heavy burden of tradition

By Kyoko HASEGAWA TOKYO, April 30, 2019 (AFP) – Japan’s incoming emperor Crown Prince Naruhito faces the delicate task of balancing tradition within the world’s oldest monarchy and his own modern values, including protecting his family from the palace’s rigid rules. The 59-year-old heir has not been shy about criticising the sometimes stifling lifestyle imposed on royals, particularly as his wife Masako has struggled to adapt to imperial life. And like his popular father Akihito, […]

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End of an era: Japan’s emperor kicks off abdication rites

TOKYO, April 30, 2019 (AFP) – Draped in ornate golden-brown robes and wearing a towering black hat, Japan’s Emperor Akihito on Tuesday kicked off ceremonies for his abdication, the first in 200 years for the world’s oldest monarchy. Akihito is handing over the Chrysanthemum Throne to his eldest son, 59-year-old Crown Prince Naruhito, in a series of solemn rituals that also usher in the new imperial era named “Reiwa” — meaning beautiful harmony — that […]

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Japan’s Emperor Akihito ends reign marked by modernisation

by Hiroshi HIYAMA Japan’s outgoing Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko dramatically modernised the tradition-bound monarchy, bringing themselves closer to the public and boosting popular support for the household. Akihito has broken new ground with everything from his decision to marry for love to his outspoken calls for peace and expressions of regret over Japan’s wartime role. His approach has at times unsettled those who view the emperor as a divine priest meant to inspire awe, […]

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Some Maynilad customers in Cavite, Parañaque, Muntinlupa, Las Piñas to experience water service disruptions until May 14

(Eagle News)–Some Maynilad customers in Parañaque, Muntinlupa, Las Piñas and Cavite will experience water service disruptions until May 14. In an advisory, Maynilad said the low water pressure to no water supply in those select areas, which started on Monday, April 29, was due to the “radical measures” that need to be implemented because of the “unusual algae proliferation” in Laguna Lake observed since April 23. Below is a list of affected areas: From April […]

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3.5-magnitude quake hits Surigao del Sur

(Eagle News)–A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck Surigao del Sur early Tuesday, April 30. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the quake, which was of tectonic origin, hit 22 kilometers southeast of Lingig at 3:46 a.m. The depth of focus was 29 kilometers. No damage to property nor aftershocks were expected.  

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Yellow alert hoisted over Luzon grid on Tuesday, April 30

(Eagle News)–The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines hoisted a yellow alert over Luzon grid on Tuesday, April 30. The NGCP said the alert, which means reserves have dropped to required minimun levels, is in effect from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Available capacity is at 11,405 MW, the NGCP said, while peak demand was at 10,482 MW. “Details on the cause to be announced by the Department of Energy (DOE) later in the day,” […]

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