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MMDA to implement modified truck ban for APEC summit

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority will implement a temporary modified truck ban scheme during the APEC summit to ensure that the delegates of the APEC Summit will not be suffer inconvenience during their stay in Metro Manila. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

Maynilad suspends water interruption

Maynilad will temporarily suspend its water interruption for its consumers. Said postponement is brought about by the increased water levels in Angat Dam due to the rains brought by “Lando”. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/aoybRBvs0Nk

Families in Pampanga forcibly evacuated due to rising water level

Due to the continued rising of water levels in Pampanga, 500 families in seven municipalities of said province were forcibly evacuated by the Pampanga Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/unUBbx5r52A

COMELEC to remove 96% of presidential candidates

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) will conduct examination of the 130 candidates for presidency in the 2016 elections with 125 of the candidates to be subjected to a series of hearings to find out if they have the capability to run for presidency. If a candidate fails to pass said hearing, they will be declared nuisance candidates. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/hix2Sa4YdYs

Ombudsman charges top PNP officials for AK47 scam

Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales has ordered the filing of Informations with the Sandiganbayan against top officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP), namely: P/Dir. Gil Meneses of the Civil Security Group, P/Dir. Napoleon Estilles of the Firearms and Explosives Office (FEO), P/CSupt. Raul Petrasanta, P/CSupt. Tomas Rentoy III, P/CSupt. Regino Catiis, P/SSupt. Eduardo Acierto, P/SSupt. Allan Parreño, P/Supt. Nelson Bautista, P/CInsp. Ricardo Zapata, Jr., P/CInsp Ricky Sumalde, SPO1 Eric Tan, SPO1 Randy De Sesto, Non-uniformed […]

No workers displaced in the aftermath of Lando—DOLE

MANILA, Oct. 22 — Initial reports from regional officials of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) show that there were no shutdowns in companies that operated within areas affected by typhoon Lando. “I am gratified of these initial reports, but my directive for them to continue their assessments as the weather clears still stands,” said Labor and Employment Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz. “Their quick reaction teams need to validate any report in their regions, and […]

DPWH warns public of fundraising scam for relief program

MANILA, Oct. 22 — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) emphasized that it does not demand its contractors, consultants and suppliers to provide monetary or material donations for a relief project in Maguindanao. Secretary Rogelio L. Singson has received information that certain unscrupulous individuals posing as Undersecretary Alfredo G. Tolentino is calling and pressuring corporate heads of construction firms to contribute to the alleged joint relief operation of DPWH, Department of Social Welfare […]

Passengers remain stranded

According to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), 261 passengers remain stranded in various ports all over the country, together with 37 ships, 47 motor boats and 17 rolling cargos. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/vF4Vy8KgpPU

PAL cancels flights

The Philippine Airlines cancelled two of its flights due to tropical depression “Lando”. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/saSwd6V9T3E

NGCP repairs transmission lines in northern Luzon

The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) reported that it was able to successfully complete repair works on three major transmission lines in northern Luzon. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

Malacañang condemns murder of Agusan del Sur Mayor, son

MANILA, Oct. 21 — The Palace condemns the murder of Mayor Dario Otaza of Loreto, a town in Agusan del Sur province, and his son Daryl, by armed men believed to be members of the New People’s Army (NPA). The two were abducted from their home on Monday night and were found dead at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, hogtied with multiple gunshot wounds, in the vicinity of Purok 2, Barangay Bitan-agan, Butuan City. “We condemn in the […]

“Lando” death toll now at 18

According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), “Lando” left 18 confirmed deaths as its rampage continues. The NDRRMC added that 16 were injured while one is missing. “Lando” caused agricultural damage worth Php 5.9 billion. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Dexter Magno, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/-EXTaSS2nFs