Palace defends media policy against sedition Malacañang yesterday defended its call on print and broadcast media entities not to allow the use of their facilities as propaganda tools by some quarters to advance their own political agenda, notably to grab power from the government.
Papal Nuncio ends term, leaves Manila for Rome Archbishop Antonio Franco, the representative of the Holy See in the Philippines, left the country last night after almost seven years of service in Manila.
De Venecia vows review of 1995 RP Mining Act House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr. yesterday announced that Congress will initiate an immediate review of the 1995 Philippine Mining Act and integrate the strongest possible safeguards for the environment and safety standards for mining communities.
Ramos wants sincere efforts to unite military Former President Fidel V. Ramos said yesterday the government must now initiate sincere efforts to consolidate disgruntled and restive elements in the military and the police force, emphasizing this as the key approach to attaining the country’s stability.
Bishops, religious & business leaders call for more protests against administration Three Catholic bishops and a handful of priests belonging to the Kilusang Makabansang Ekonomiya (KME), an organization of businessmen and religious leaders, yesterday declared their defiance of President Arroyo despite the lifting of Proclamation 1017 which declared the nation under a state of emergency.
