A survivor of the hazing incident identified the ten suspects who were involved in the death of one of the initiates.
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President Aquino issues presidential proclamation and memorandum circular on the Iglesia Ni Cristo Centennial
MANILA, Philippines — President Aquino issued two orders regarding the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Iglesia Ni Cristo. The President signed Presidential Proclamation 815 which declared the year 2014 as the Iglesia Ni Cristo centennial year. In the said presidential proclamation, the government also recognized the significant contributions made by the Iglesia Ni Cristo to the Filipino people, especially in the spiritual aspect. He also directed the Postmaster General to print commemorative stamps […]
President Aquino creates task force for Iglesia ni Cristo centennial celebration
MANILA, July 4 (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has formed an interagency task force to maintain peace and order for the centennial anniversary celebration of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) on July 27 at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan. In a Memorandum Circular No. 66 issued on July 3, the President directed the creation of “Task Force Sentenaryo” headed by Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Chairman Francis Tolentino which would be […]
Senator Cynthia Villar aims to strengthen Anti Hazing Law
To strengthen the Anti-Hazing Law, Senator Cynthia Villar proposed in a bill that prospective members of such groups should first seek parental consent before joining if they are under 21. Also proposed is the ban on physical violence in the initiation rites.
300 OFWs from Libya return to the Philippines
Almost 300 out of 13,000 OFW’s in Libya returned to the country due to the voluntary repatriation instituted by the Department of Labor and Employment.
Rains all over the country
Expect rains and thunderstorms all over the country, brought by the combination of an active inter-tropical convergence zone and a low-pressure area. According to the modelling done by PAGASA, said weather system will not develop into a storm.
Heavy traffic caused by an accident involving a truck
A truck heavily-laden with sand hit the center barrier in Pasay, causing heavy traffic.
Motorcycle rider dead in an accident in EDSA
A motorcycle rider was found dead in Barangay Highway Hills, EDSA Mandaluyong. The death was caused by an accident, the details of which is still being investigated.
DILG announces P1.864 billion budget for 1,865 new patrol jeeps.
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Interior and Local Government announced that it has a P1.864 billion budget to buy 1,865 new patrol jeeps to “enhance police mobility.”Interior and Local Government Secretary Manuel A. Roxas has announced the start of a bidding process for the purchase of the vehicles meant “to enhance police mobility and shorten the response time to crime or rescue situation.” The DILG said it has a P1.864 billion budget for the […]
DepEd, JICE announce youth exchange opportunities for public school students
In partnership with Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE), the Department of Education (DepEd) has announced that they will be accepting nominations for an all-expense paid exchange program of to Japan for the school year 2014-2015. The Japan East-Asia Network for Students and Youths (JENESYS 2.0) is a program of the Japanese government that aims to spread an understanding of Japanese culture and values through exchange programs youth exchange programs. This year, the program will be […]
Roxas Lauds Patrol 117 for rescue of alleged hazing victims
MANILA, Philippines — Interior and Local Government Secretary Mar Roxas lauded Patrol 117 for being instrumental in the rescue of three De La Salle-College of St. Benilde students who were allegedly victims of a fraternity hazing incident in Manila.Roxas said that with Patrol 117’s swift and decisive actions and coordination, a Manila Red Cross ambulance was immediately sent to the condominium building where the four alleged hazing victims, including one who died, were rescued and […]
Palace joins prayers for Senator Santiago’s recovery
MANILA, Philippines — The Palace said it joins the people in praying for Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago’s recovery from lung cancer.“We are one with the people in praying for the health and recovery of Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago,” Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. said in a text message to members of the Malacañang Press Corps. Senator Santiago earlier announced in a press briefing that she has been diagnosed with stage four lung cancer.She said she […]
