“Sa Maynila, pantay-pantay,” stressed Manila Mayor Isko Moreno.
NBI files graft raps vs Cebu hospital execs for ‘upcasing’
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has filed graft and other criminal charges before the Office of the Ombudsman against officials of a Cebu City hospital for allegedly making fraudulent claims to collect more money from PhilHealth.
Dinaan sa technicality! Ex-OGCC chief Jurado asks SC: Stop Bayanihan 2 law’s implementation
Former Office of the Government Corporate Counsel (OGCC) chief Rudolf Philip Jurado has asked the Supreme Court (SC) to halt the government’s exercise of emergency powers and release of public funds as provided for under Republic Act 11494, also known as the Bayanihan 2, since the law already expired last Oct. 12.
Bayan Muna rep asks SC: Stop Anti-Terror Law’s implementation
Fearing for the lives of those “red-tagged” by government officials including Lt. Gen. Antonio Perlade, a group of petitioners led by Bayan Muna party-list Rep. Carlos Zarate has prodded the Supreme Court (SC) on Friday (Oct. 30) to halt the implementation of the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 while it has yet to issue a decision on the 37 petitions opposing the law.
BI vows crackdown vs shipping agents in illegal activities
Immigration Commissioner Jaime Morente has vowed to take legal action against shipping agents involved in illegal activities and smear the name of the Bureau of Immigration (BI).
Ninja cop transferred to Pampanga jail from Manila
Alleged “ninja cop” Police Maj. Rodney Baloyo on Friday (Oct. 30) was taken to a new detention facility, Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) Spokesperson Gabriel Chaclag.
Going for big fishes: DOJ task force on corruption to focus probe on P1-B deals
The task force has decided to investigate corruption in government involving amounts of at least P1 billion, Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Emmeline Aglipay-Villar said on Friday (Oct. 30).
Melania Trump: the reluctant first lady
Melania Trump has been at the receiving end of criticism about everything from her words to her clothes. At times, she has seemed less than enthralled with life in the White House.
Jill Biden: a chance to transform the role of first lady
Jill Biden is no stranger to the glare of the political spotlight. Her husband has been a Washington insider since they wed in 1977, and she was America’s second lady for eight years.
Calling the White House home: two contrasting ‘first families’
by Ben Sheppard As men in their 70s, both Donald Trump and Joe Biden have large extended families — some members of which are the…
Trump v Biden: the bookmakers’ $1 billion election
The US presidential election is proving a boon for bookmakers, with estimates that more than $1 billion has already been bet on the winner around the world even before polling day.
‘China is angry’: Taiwan anxiety rises as sabre-rattling grows
The tank traps on the beaches of Kinmen Island are a stark reminder that Taiwan lives under the constant threat of a Chinese invasion — and fears of a conflict breaking out are now at their highest in decades.
Situation stabilizing: Galvez elated by decline in Metro Manila’s COVID-19 cases
MANILA – The coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) cases within the National Capital Region (NCR) is on a continuous decline, the chief implementer of the National Policy Against Covid-19 said on Friday.
Tax naman niya ‘yan! Locsin gives P200K to maid abused by PH envoy to Brazil
MANILA – Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. on Friday extended PHP200,000 cash assistance to the Filipino household worker who experienced maltreatment in the hands of her employer, Philippine Ambassador to Brazil Marichu Mauro.
Warriors until end: Velasco leads House tribute to lawmakers who died due to COVID-19
MANILA – The House of Representatives on Friday paid tribute to its incumbent and former members and employees who passed away in the midst of the coronavirus disease-19 (Covid-19) pandemic this year.
Is wealth justified? Cascolan orders lifestyle check on cops
MANILA – Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief, Gen. Camilo Cascolan, has ordered the conduct of a lifestyle check among police officers.
Locsin says meeting set with AstraZeneca reps: We need all vaccines we can get
Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. said officials from the Philippine government are scheduled to meet on Friday with representatives from AstraZeneca, one of the leading developers of a candidate vaccine against coronavirus disease (Covid-19).
Ilikas na mga tao! Año tells LGUs: Brace for typhoon Rolly’s impact
MANILA – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Friday urged local government units to heighten their disaster preparedness efforts ahead of the onslaught of Typhoon “Rolly”.
Report expected in 15 days: DFA starts probe into maid-slapping PH envoy to Brazil
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has opened the investigation on Philippine Ambassador to Brazil Marichu Mauro who was caught on CCTV footage assaulting her service staff inside the diplomatic residence, Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin, Jr. announced Friday.
Taob si Trump, Putin! Duterte most popular leader in the world- report
MANILA – Various surveys by independent polling agencies showing the high trust and approval ratings of President Rodrigo Duterte since he assumed office reflect his popularity among Filipinos.
‘We are not animals:’ Locsin gives P200k to Filipina worker maltreated by envoy, says DFA helps the helpless
Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. has given a huge financial aid to the Filipino worker allegedly maltreated by the country’s ambassador in Brazil.
WATCH | ‘Grabe mo ko sinaktan!’ Actress Arci Muñoz joins Air Force Reserve Command
“Grabe mo ko sinaktan! Pero ikaw pa din ang pipiliin ko sa kahit na ano pa mang sapatos jan,” Arci tells her combat shoes.
IATF postpones PBA bubble games
The Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging and Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) and the Department of Health (DOH) recommended the postponement of Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) matches starting October 30.
Suicides on the rise: Hontiveros warns vs mental health pandemic over inadequate program funds
The country might face a mental health crisis if the government will not allocate sufficient funds for programs to help those dealing with health condition.
