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The State Department of the United States of America said that they will continue to conduct patrols in the areas near the man-made islands in West Philippine Sea, saying that the US has the right to guarantee their freedom of navigation in international waters and that said move does not aim to threaten China. The Foreign Ministry of China, on the other hand, is asking the US for a dialogue regarding said matter and added […]
The government of the Republic of the Philippines extended its sympathies to Afghanistan and Pakistan after said countries were struck by a magnitude 7.5 earthquake. Death toll is now at 400 which is expected to rise as rescue operations continue. <em>(Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded and Edited by MRFaith Bonalos)</em>
Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) Gloria Ortinez denied the incident report saying that it was Ortinez herself who made a scene at the airport regarding the “tanim-bala” incident. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
The Department of Tourism (DOT) Cordillera Regional office calls for tourism stakeholders and partners’ cooperation and action to help conserve water with the expected shortage that El Niño would bring. Responding to the national government’s call for a unified action, DOT is now pushing for “Operation: Water F-All (Water for All), which it launched in the City through a forum on Monday at the BSP Training Center. It was participated by officials from hotels, tourism […]
KALIBO, Aklan, October 24 (PIA6) — If you are one of those still holding on to old bank notes (New Design Series or NDS) for sentimental or other reasons or if you received as change from your “suki” fruit vendor dark-colored peso bills after paying your purchases, be sure you dispose of these bills right away, or else be left holding “demonetized”, or value-less money. After December 31, 2015, the NDS will no longer […]
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) launched its new Import Commodity Clearance or ICC stickers for products that passed Philippine standards. Said ICC sticker is tamper-proof due to additional security features. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
According to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), there is a new scheme or method of vote-buying, particularly those running in local government positions. Said scheme involves paying voters to register as the first installment and then paying the rest after voting for said candidates in the election. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/DfRijv0sBbA
President Benigno S. Aquino said that US patrols in the West Philippine Sea is not a problem and that he welcomes a balance of power in the region. Aquino welcomed the U.S. presence, and said that under a security agreement, Manila is bound to provide logistical support to its ally if asked. (Eagle News Service)
The Maritime Industry Authority or MARINA and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) started conducting routine sea-worthiness check on sea vessels that will travel on November 1 in anticipation of the exodus of passengers on said holiday. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/L8osWRi90vo
According to the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), today is the last day for bus operators to apply for special permit to be able to travel in November 1. This measure is to ensure that commuters will have sufficient means of transportation during the said holiday. The LTFRB added that 960 bus operators have been issued special permits. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by […]
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) sent delegates to Hanoi, Vietnam in connection with the emergency meeting called by the leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) regarding the haze caused by forest fires in Indonesia. Said haze is now affecting the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said that the supply of meat and poultry products remains stable despite the ravages of “Lando”. Said department stated that “Lando” caused lesser damage to the livestock industry compared to past storms. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/YvV_BbsoiqQ
