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Mas maraming road repair ngayong summer – DPWH

MANILA, Philippines — Asahan na ang mas maraming road repairs at construction activities ngayong summer sa Metro Manila na maaaring mag-palala sa trapiko. Nag-labas ang Department of Public Works and Highways ng listahan ng priority projects na gagawin sa susunod na dalawang buwan. Kabilang dito ang pag-aspalto, concrete re-blocking, road maintenance at drainage system improvement. Ayon sa DPWH, dapat samantalahin nila ang magandang panahon at bakasyon ng mga estudyante upang hindi maka-apekto sa trapiko sa […]

COMELEC, humingi na ng tulong sa NBI

Pormal ng humingi ng tulong ang Commission on Elections (COMELEC) sa National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Cybercrime Division para matukoy ang nasa likod ng pag-hack ng kanilang website. Sinabi ni Comelec Spokesman James Jimenez, na bagamat walang nakuhang mga sensitibong files ang mga hackers ay minabuti nilang humingi ng tulong sa NBI para hindi na maulit pa ang pagpasok ng mga hackers sa kanilang websites. Unang inako ng Anonymous Philippines ang pagpasok sa websites ng […]

DFA issues statement on declaration by High Representative on behalf of EU on recent developments in the South China Sea

MANILA, Mar. 30 – The Department of Foreign Affairs said that the Philippines welcomes the Declaration made by the European Union on recent developments in the South China Sea. The Declaration, issued by the Union’s High Representative on 11 March 2016, highlights the need to ensure peace, stability, freedom of navigation and overflight, and the rule of law in the South China Sea. In a statement, DFA said  the Philippines has long advocated a peaceful, […]

CA ends hearing on writ of amparo petition filed by Menorca, to issue ruling on case

(Eagle News) — The Court of Appeals has wrapped up hearings on the petition for writ of amparo filed by expelled Iglesia Ni Cristo member Lowell “Boyet” Menorca II, after his repeated failure to attend hearings where he is set for cross examination. According to Presiding Judge Magdangal de Leon of the CA’s 7th division, they will soon issue a decision on the matter as soon as possible.  This was after the INC had asked […]

Philippine Navy adds new vessels

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Navy acquired three new naval vessels when Australia delivered three landing craft which was sent to the Philippine Navy shipyard in Cavite for its commissioning in May. The government spent Php 270 billion for said vessels. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

COMELEC should fix its computer system to ensure clean elections

MANILA, Philippines – After the attack of hacker group Anonymous Philippines on its website, concerned groups are asking the Commission on Elections to fix its computer systems to ensure their cyber-security infrastructure which in turn will ensure a clean election. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

Authorities look into causes of forest fire of Mt. Apo

DAVAO, Philippines – Authorities have narrowed down the possible cause of the forest fire in Mt. Apo. These are intentional fire, neglected bonfire or a lighted cigarette butt. The authorities added that the forest fire started in the area used by illegal campers and that five tents were spotted in the said area. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

President Aquino targets leading presidential candidates

MANILA, Philippines – In the Liberal Party proclamation rally of local candidates held at Plaza Miranda, President Benigno S. Aquino criticized the statements made by leading presidential candidates at the Presidential Debate held in Cebu. In particular, President Aquino targeted Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, Senator Grace Poe and Vice President Jejomar Binay. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

PAGASA warns against strong waves

QUEZON City, Philippines – The PAGASA warned fishermen as well as owners of small sea-going vessels in Northern Luzon, Bicol region, Aurora and Quezon due to strong waves brought about by gales. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/T76StallRFI

Police receives take-home pay increase

QUEZON City, Philippines – The Philippine National Police will start receiving an increase in their take-home pay starting this April as President Benigno S. Aquino III approved the additional benefits package for government employees. Said increase is just the first part of said benefits. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

Senator Recto asks for additional forest guards

MANILA, Philippines – Senator Ralph Recto is asking for additional forest guards to ensure the safety of the country’s 8 million forest. Recto made said plea after a forest fire burned away 300 hectares in Mt. Apo. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

DepEd conducts regional orientation for voucher program

PASIG City, Philippines – The Department of Education will conduct regional orientation regarding SHS vouchers and education services contracting program. Said orientation will be conducted in April and May. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)