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Expect an increase in rice prices

QUEZON City, Philippines – According to the National Food Authority (NFA), the public should expect an increase in the price of rice as the country enters the lean months or the period after the rice harvest. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/DRFXuLohKDI

Economic cha-cha may come first before BBL

QUEZON City, Philippines – According to House majority leader Rep. Neptali Gonzales, there is a possibility that the economic charter change (Cha-cha) may pass the plenary before the proposed Basic Law of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, provided that there is a sufficient quorum. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/xbtba02GQWc

DOE guarantees electric supply for three years

MANILA, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — According to Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jericho Petilla, based on the estimates of said department, the country has enough electricity supply that will last for the next three years. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/7s2KSx0iSrI

Newest batch of PDAF cases, no connection with BBL

MANILA, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — According to Senate President Franklin Drilon, Chairman of the Liberal Party, the filing of the third batch of the PDAF cases has no connection whatsoever to the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL). (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/I4zxusKk5hA

More senators support plunder case against Binay

MANILA, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — More senators support the filing of a plunder case against Vice-President Jejomar Binay. Two more senators, Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero and Senator Serge Osmeña will also sign the draft report of the Senate Blue Ribbon sub-committee, which recommends the filing of the plunder case. Earlier, four senators already signed the draft report, namely, Senator Grace Poe, Senator Antonio Trillanes, Senator Alan Peter Cayetano and Senator Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel, […]

Marcos reacts to critics regarding BBL

MANILA, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — Senate Committee on Local Government Chair Senator Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. reacted to critics’ accusations that he is delaying the passage of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), saying that perceived delays are the result of his committee’s consultation of the various groups that will be affected by the said law. He added that he is also ensuring the constitutionality of the said law. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul […]

More provinces to experience dry spell

QUEZON City, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — As the El Niño phenomenon continues to gather strength, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services and Administration (PAGASA) identified 50 more provinces that will experience a dry spell from August to December. To find out if your province is included in the list, check out the video. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/7xvbh5H5rjw

Filipino athletes ready for SEAG

MANILA, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — According to the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), the Filipino athletes that will participate in the 2015 Southeast Asian Games (SEAG) in Singapore are more than ready to give honor to the country. As such, the allowance of said athletes were raised from $300 to $500. The Philippine delegation is composed of 464 athletes and 150 sports officials. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos) https://youtu.be/xWluFwuncok

COMELEC mulls over hybrid polls for 2016

MANILA, Philippines, June 1 (Eagle News) — As the 2016 presidential election nears, the Commission on Election (COMELEC) contemplates the recommended hybrid election which combines automated and manual systems of elections. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, MRFaith Bonalos)

US and Philippine Coast Guard undergo joint training

MANILA, Philippines (Eagle News) – In the face of the rising tensions at the West Philippine Sea, the United States and Philippine Coast Guard underwent a two-week joint training on maritime security. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, Vince Alvin Villarin)

President Aquino defends K-12 program

MANILA, Philippines (Eagle News) – President Aquino defended the flagship education program of his administration, the K-12 program, saying that the government is well-prepared to implement said program. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, Vince Alvin Villarin) http://youtu.be/RLXpj0m_BBU

Manila Police District, ready for school opening

MANILA, Philippines (Eagle News) – The Manila Police District is ready for the opening of classes on June 1, with 500 new police assigned on different outposts in Manila to serve as an augmentation in giving security to schools. (Eagle News Service Jay Paul Carlos, Jericho Morales, Vince Alvin Villarin) http://youtu.be/tyQO_7hpDLY