The number of people injured by firecrackers has reached 81, according to the latest reports submitted by the Department of Health sentinel hospitals. (Eagle News Service) https://youtu.be/gnFrqUVO1OI
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BFP now on red alert status
The Bureau of Fire Protection has declared a red alert status ahead of New Year’s Eve. Said red alert status was part of their preparation to respond to fire incidents due to firecrackers and other eventualities. (Eagle News Service) https://youtu.be/QB1adKOgNN4
Palace belies claim of expanded forces of the NPA in Eastern Mindanao
Palace belies claim of expanded forces of the New People’s Army (NPA) in Eastern Mindanao Malacañang contradicted the reported statement of the Communist Party of the Philippines and New People’s Army (CPP-NPA) that they have extended their forces in Eastern Mindanao. Citing latest data gathered by the Cabinet security cluster from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. said on Sunday that the rebels’ numbers have in fact dwindled over […]
DOLE promotes online job interview
As a solution to lessen the unemployment rate, the Department of Labor and Employment is pushing forward online job interviews, with said department offering free services that will allow employers to conduct said interviews. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by Lovely Ann Cruz)
Fireworks should bear Philippine standard mark
The Department of Trade and Industry is asking the consumers to make sure that the fireworks that they buy bears the “PS” or Philippine Standard Mark which will guarantee the safety of said product. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by Lovely Ann Cruz)
Filipinos expect a happy new year
According to the latest survey conducted by the Social Weather Station, 72% of Filipinos are expecting a happy new year. This is the highest holiday happiness score since 2003. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by Lovely Ann Cruz) https://youtu.be/eyeLyFUYo5U
No fare increase during holiday season
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board gave its good news to the public, announcing that there will be no fare increase on all kinds of public utility vehicles this holiday season as well as at the beginning of 2016. LTFRB added that there will also be no jeepney phase-out and asked jeepney drivers and operators to maintain the road worthiness of their vehicles. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by […]
AFP and PNP prepare for election period
Come January, the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police will conduct a command conference in order to prepare for the election period which will start on January 10. Part of the agenda are areas included in the election watch list. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by Lovely Ann Cruz) https://youtu.be/51FDh1KJMhk
Poe may no longer be included in official ballot
According to the Commission on Elections, they can no longer confirm if the name of Senator Grace Poe will remain in the official ballot and it depends on whether the Supreme Court will issue a temporary restraining order. The COMELEC En Banc rendered a decision disqualifying Poe. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by Lovely Ann Cruz)
Firework-related injuries before New Year
According to the Department of Health, one week before the celebration of the New Year, 8 cases of firework-related injuries were already reported, with majority of the victims coming from Manila. DOH added that said number of cases is lower compared to the same period last year. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by Lovely Ann Cruz)
DOTC halts collection of Php 450 license fee
In the wake of the disallowance notice issued by the Commission of Audit against the Land Transportation Office regarding the release of new license plates, the Department of Transportation and Communication announced that it will put a halt on its collection of the Php 450 license fees for the renewal of license plates. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/1TxsAUcxQY0
Colombian law firm plans to file charges against Miss Universe Organization
A Colombian law firm announced plans that it will file charges against the Miss Universe Organization due to the blunder that occurred during the Miss Universe 2015 pageant. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
