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LRT celebrates Rizal Day, gives free rides

The Light Railway Transit (LRT) will give free rides in its Line 1 and 2 on December 30 in celebration of Rizal Day. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/5mDH8BChZvs

Iglesia Ni Cristo to start eco-farming project in Cotabato

The Iglesia Ni Cristo will launch a new eco-farming site in Cotabato which aims to give gainful employment to 8, 400 Lumad and other indigenous communities. Bro. Glicerio Santos, Jr., General Auditor of the Iglesia Ni Cristo said that this in line with the Church doctrine of giving aid to those who are in need, whether they are members of the Church or not. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by […]

Iglesia Ni Cristo to intensify anti-poverty programs in 2016

According to the Iglesia Ni Cristo General Auditor Bro. Glicerio Santos, Jr., the Iglesia Ni Cristo will conduct more anti-poverty programs and will intensify such efforts as specified by INC Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo. He added that under the administration of Bro. Eduardo V. Manalo, the Church was able to prioritize outreach and socio-economic activities that helped not only Iglesia Ni Cristo members but others as well. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul […]

ICYMI: Philippine Arena hosts two-day New Year event

Today marks the start of the two-day New Year’s celebration event at the Philippine Arena. The event features several activities and programs like carnival/circus shows, food courts, bazaar, obstacle course and others. There is also a concert featuring local and international artists. The event will culminate with an hour-long fireworks display wherein the Philippines will aim to set a new world record. <em>(Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, […]

All efforts made to save executed OFW in Saudi Arabia – Binay

Vice President Jejomar Binay explained that all efforts were made to save the life of Joselito Zapanta, an overseas Filipino worker that was executed in Saudi Arabia. Binay added that aside from diplomatic and legal efforts, his office also coordinated with the Department of Foreign Affairs and that he personally sent a letter to the King of Saudi Arabia. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith […]

DENR encourages public to observe smoke-free New Year celebration

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) enjoins the public anew by observing a health-risk free and eco-friendly New Year celebration. “Let’s do away with lighting those dangerous paputok (firecrackers) this New Year’s celebration,” said Asec. Juan Miguel T. Cuna who is also the concurrent director of DENR’s Environment Management Bureau. “These pyro techniques generate harmful fumes or smoke that’s not only hazardous to our health but to the environment as well.” Cuna noted […]

Young Filipinos’ protest may affect arbitral tribunal’s decision

The Department of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over the protest actions done by a group of young Filipinos, wherein said group traveled to the disputed territory in West Philippine Sea in protest to China’s reclamation activities. The DFA explained that such actions may negatively affect the decision to be made by the international arbitral tribunal wherein the Philippines was able to raise several good points. The DFA added that said arbitral tribunal is constantly monitoring […]

SSS members can avail of calamity loans due to “Nona”

According to the Social Security Service, those who were negatively affected by the rampage of “Nona” can now claim calamity loans. The SSS, though, clarified that only those who are residing in areas declared to be under a state of calamity can avail of said loans. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

Mountain hikers lost in Mt. Pinatubo, rescued

According to the Pampanga Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, it successfully rescued 29 mountain hikers after they lost their way in Mount Pinatubo. Said rescue was effected with the help of the police and the PDRRMC admitted that even with the aid of helicopter, they found it difficult to spot said hikers. Rescue operations lasted for 8 hours. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by […]

Government and MILF still hope for BBL’s passage

The government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) are both hoping that the Congress will still pass the Bangsamoro Basic Law. This was stated in an open letter jointly issued by both parties. They added that they are holding Senator Bongbong Marcos to his promise that the BBL will pass before the session of the Congress ends. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) […]