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(Eagle News) — Malacanang reminded those who will participate in today’s rallies to hold peaceful protest actions, to “act within the bounds of the law” and not to engage in any violence. The Palace also reminded protesters to be vigilant of “possible infiltrators” among their ranks that could instigate violence. At the same time, it ordered the police and other law enforcement authorities “to observe maximum restraint.” This was as Malacanang issued on Wednesday, September […]
(Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte said he would also attend protest actions slated today, Thursday (Sept. 21) which he had earlier declared as a “National Day of Protest.” But this is to “protest” what he called the presence of “yellow” elements in the government, especially appointees of the previous administration with fixed terms. Duterte said he would also protest the presence of corrupt government officials and employees appointed by the Aquino administration. The […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News) – Malacañang on Wednesday clarified that only the executive branch and local government units are covered by a memorandum suspending work on Sept. 21. “The other branches of government where the executive branch has no jurisdiction is not covered by the (memorandum circular),” a statement released by the Office of the Executive Secretary clarified. The Supreme Court has already suspended work in all courts nationwide on Thursday, which President Rodrigo Duterte […]
(Eagle News) — Malacanang said that President Rodrigo Duterte would still have to consult with “members of his security cluster” before he could decide to resume peace talks with the National Democratic Front (NDF). In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella Jr., said that the President would also have to “confer with the other branches of government” which would have to agree with the resumption of peace talks. The statement was issued Sunday, September 17, […]
(Eagle News) — Malacanang announced the suspension of work in government offices in Metro Manila, Central Luzon and the CALABARZON area due to the effects of Typhoon Lannie and Tropical Depression Maring. Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella made the announcement upon the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). “Upon the recommendation of the NDRRMC, the Office of the Executive Secretary has announced that work in government offices in Metro Manila, […]
(Eagle News) – Malacanang has declared Monday, September 11, 2017, the 100th birthday of the late President Ferdinand Marcos, as a special non-working holiday in Ilocos Norte so the province can celebrate the birth anniversary of its favorite son. “The Ilocano community has been annually celebrating the birthdate of the late Ferdinand E. Marcos and commemorating his life and contributions to national development as a World War II veteran, distinguished legislator and former president,” […]
QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News) – Malacañang assured there would be a fair and thorough investigation into the killing of 17-year-old Kian de los Santos by the Caloocan police. According to presidential spokesman Ernesto Abella, President Rodrigo Duterte himself said that the police who killed Kian will face charges if proven liable. Abella made the assurance to the United States Embassy after US Ambassador Sung Kim visited the wake of De los Santos and asked […]
President Rodrigo Duterte met with Senator Gregorio Honasan in Malacanang, along with other members of the Reform the Armed Forces Movement (RAM) Members in Malacanang on Wednesday, August 16. The Palace however did not give details of what was discussed during the meeting.
MANILA, Philippines (Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte has directed concerned government agencies to fast track all necessary preparations in anticipation of the reconstruction and recovery of war-torn Marawi City, as he met officials in Malacanang to ensure the speedy rehabilitation in the area. The President also assured the various government agencies assigned for the Marawi rehabilitation that he will push for the proper realignment of the country’s budget to cater to the needs […]
(Eagle News) — Nasunugan ang tinatayang limandaang pamilya na nakatira sa Sicat Street na nasa humigit kumulang isang daan at limampung metro lamang ang layo sa Palasyo ng Malacañang. Ayon kay Barangay Chairman Jerry Bolante ng Barangay 645 San Miguel, Maynila nagsimula ang sunog sa bahay ng isang nagngangalang Oriel “Oying” Degala. Napabayaang kandila Napabayaang kandila naman ang itinuturong dahilan ng nangyaring sunog. Mabilis naman ang naging pagkalat ng apoy sa mga katabing bahay dahil […]
Bloggers and other social media “influencers” who have more than 5,000 followers will be eligible for official press passes to cover Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, his aides said Thursday. The government said giving bloggers presidential press accreditations reflected the new media landscape in which social media personalities were competing with traditional institutions such as newspapers. “We have to recognize new media and their influence,” assistant presidential press secretary Kris Ablan told reporters. He said Margaux […]
