In an unexpected turn, President Aquino used The Bible to win over the 55,000 Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) members during the inauguration of the Philippine Arena today in Bulacan.There was heavy and cheers applause in the audience as Aquino quoted the Bible passages John 13:34-35 and Matthew 25:40 during his ten-minute speech. He also offered his congratulations to the religious group, which is celebrating itscentennial anniversary next Sunday.“Nagsisilbi po kayong (INC) tulay upang mapalalim pa ang pananampalataya ng inyong […]
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Thousands awake despite midnight wake-up call
“From the looks of their smiles, you’d think we were sleeping all night,” mused one teenager inside the Philippine Arena, minutes before its official inauguration. Indeed, thousands of people, many of whom are members of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC), were in a frenzy inside the 55,000-seater arena. This despite having trooped to the site in Ciudad de Victoria hours before the 8 am celebration. “Karamihan samin, before 1 am gising na,” said a Marlon […]
MMDA lauds Phil Arena traffic efforts
MMDA Chairman Francis Tolentino lauded the supposed “organized” flow of traffic that engulfed a major section of the NLEX this morning during the Philippine Arena inauguration. Thousands of people attended the celebration in Bocaue on board 3000 buses and other vehicles early this morning. Despite the expected congested traffic, the MMDA said it has been going “smoothly”. “Well-disciplined ang mga kaanib ng Iglesia Ni Cristo, maayos po ang kanilang pagpasok,” said Tolentino in televised interview. […]
Phil Arena to break Guinness Record
The Philippines are on the brink of entering the Guiness World Records once more with the inauguration of the newly built Philippine Arena – touted as the largest indoor arena in the world. According to various media reports, the Guiness Records are expected to release an official statement anytime today naming it as the biggest indoor domed arena on the planet. With a seating capacity of 55,000, the arena sits on the heart of Ciudad […]
Philippine Arena puts Country on map of modern architectural marvels
MANILA, Philippines – The 55,000 seater “mighty” Philippine Arena, dubbed as the “world’s largest indoor domed arena” is to be inaugurated today, July 21, eventually placing the Philippines among the countries with notable modern architectural marvels. The arena will be inaugurated along with the Ciudad de Victoria (or City of Victory) of the Iglesia Ni Cristo in Bulacan, in time for the July 27 centennial celebration of one of the fastest-growing Chistian churches in the […]
World’s largest indoor stadium to be inaugurated today
The Philippine Arena, touted as the “world’s largest indoor stadium” will be inaugurated today, July 21, 2014, barely a week before the centennial celebration of the religious group Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC). The Philippine Arena, commissioned by the INC, can be found in the Ciudad de Victoria complex. INC Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo will lead the historical event along with President Benigno Aquino III. Apart from the 55,000-seater arena, other major structures are expected to […]
Sandiganbayan orders suspension of Senator Jinggoy Estrada
The Sandiganbayan ordered the preventive suspension of Senator Jinggoy Estrada for 90 days due to plunder case that he is facing. Meanwhile, Atty. Gigi Reyes did not enter any plea in her arraignment, with court entering a “not guilty” plea on her behalf.
Motorcycle accident in Manila
A motorcycle accident in Ayala Bridge, Ermita, Manila resulted in the deaths of two females.
Malacañang appeals SC decision regarding DAP
The Malacañang through the Solicitor General will file a motion for reconsideration regarding the decision of the Supereme Court declaring DAP unconstitutional.
Storm to enter country this Saturday
According to the PAGASA, the storm that it is currently monitoring has slightly weakened and thus will enter the country on Saturday.
LANDMARKS – Templo Central Episode Part 3 of 3
Landmarks, Net 25’s travel and history show aired an special episode regarding the largest house of worship of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, which is called the Templo-Central, in celebration of the Iglesia Ni Cristo’s centennial year. For those who missed it, here’s a special three-part video of the said special episode. Here is Part Three
LANDMARKS – Templo Central Episode Part 2 of 3
Landmarks, Net 25’s travel and history show aired an special episode regarding the largest house of worship of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, which is called the Templo-Central, in celebration of the Iglesia Ni Cristo’s centennial year. For those who missed it, here’s a special three-part video of the said special episode. Here is Part Two