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Based on the decision issued by the Commission on Elections en banc, the voting time on May 9, 2016 will last only for 10 hours, with the polling precincts opening at 7 in the morning and closing at 5 in the afternoon. However, the COMELEC clarified that those who are within the 30-meter radius from the polling precinct can still vote even after 5 in the afternoon. em>(Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, […]
QUEZON CTY, Feb. 4 — Government of the Philippines said that the Bangsamoro peace process will continue even though the 16th Congress closed sessions Wednesday (3 Feb) without passing the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL). “The collective inaction of our legislators to complete the deliberation on the BBL did not, and will not, stop the momentum of the Bangsamoro peace process,” Ferrer said in a statement on Wednesday. “At this low point, we call for […]
The Palace will await Congress’ final decision on the proposed Salary Standardization Law (SSL) 4. “We await the final decision of Congress on the proposed SSL 4 that is still pending with the bicameral conference committee,” Communication Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. said in a statement issued on Wednesday. The bicameral conference committee on the proposed SSL 4 remained deadlocked as lawmakers adjourn for the election campaign. Lawmakers will go on recess this weekend. The House […]
The Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO) in Negros Occidental said that improper waste management is one of the factors that causes the production of greenhouse gases in the country. Engr. Jocy Mar Victorino, Senior Environmental Management Specialist, said greenhouse gases can mainly be attributed to sources of energy, gasoline from vehicles and pollution, but improper waste management also contributes nine percent of the greenhouse gases that are emitted. Improper waste management can lead to biodegradable […]
The camp of Senator Antonio Trillanes IV asked the Makati Regional Trial Court to suspend the libel case hearing filed against him by suspended Makati City mayor Junjun Binay, adding that they still don’t have the copy of the ruling of the said court so that they can file a motion for reconsideration. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
The Intellectual Property Rights said that it will act against a group of composers that make use of original works in the campaign materials of some candidates without permission from the original creators. The IPO reminded that it has the power to penalize acts that violate intellectual property rights. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/a03vwS4oBz8
The independent bloc of lawmakers holds President Benigno Aquino responsible for the death of the SAF 44, citing his many shortfalls during the Operation Exodus as the reason why the government forces suffered heavy casualties. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
Faced with the continuing tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, the Department of Labor and Employment assured overseas Filipino workers that want to go home that there are many local job opportunities. DOLE also encouraged returning OFWs to engage in business. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
The Commission on Elections asked candidates for the upcoming election to remove their campaign materials situated outside of the common poster area before the start of the official campaign period on February 9. COMELEC Chairman Andres Bautista reminded the candidates that the placement of campaign materials outside of the common poster area is a violation of the election law which may result in their disqualification. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing […]
February is Philippine Heart Month Here are some tips to take care of your heart: Infographics by Dex Magno Research by Amabelle Lopez Can’t see the image? Please click here: Philippine Heart Month Infographics
MANILA, Feb. 3 — Malacañang has welcomed the results of the 2016 Economic Freedom Index that showed a big improvement in the Philippines’ world ranking. The country jumped to 70th place from 76th place last year, Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said Tuesday. “We welcome the results of the 2016 Index of Economic Freedom, which shows the Philippines jumping from 76th place in 2015 to 70th place, having scored 63.1 out of a possible 100 points—up from […]
QUEZON CITY, Feb. 3 — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will play co-host next month to a three-day, first-of-its-kind summit dedicated to environmental issues and their interrelation with sustainable development. Slated for February 9 to 11 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City, the “First Philippine Environment Summit: Breakthroughs and Innovations toward Sustainable Development” will bring together some 1,000 stakeholders from various sectors. It is co-organized by the Green Convergence for Safe […]
