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JV’s decision proves that opposition members are united, says Binay
San Juan Mayor JV Ejercito’s decision to drop out of the opposition’s senatorial slate only proves that members of the opposition are united and willing to set aside personal interest in order to achieve their common goal, United Opposition (UNO) president and Makati City Mayor Jejomar Binay said yesterday.
Admin and opposition solons back senatorial bid of Rep. Pichay
Administration and opposition congressmen are crossing partylines to back the senatorial bid of three-term Surigao del Sur Rep. Prospero Pichay who launched his candidacy yesterday.
Faithful’s conversion to Pentecostals noted
A Vatican official yesterday expressed concern over the growing number of faithful converting to Pentecostals and charismatic churches.
Healing Mass for the sick held today
Those who have loved ones who are afflicted with sickness are encouraged to go to the Holy Spirit Parish (Espiritu Santo Parish) in Tayuman, Manila where the Healing Mass for the Sick will take place today.
US vows to pour in dev’t assistance to RP
Months after bilateral relations between the United States and Philippine government have been rocked by the controversial Subic rape case, the US government has vowed to pour in humanitarian and development assistance to the Philippines, a high-ranking US Navy official yesterday said.
DepEd regional official shot, hurt
COTABATO CITY — An executive of the Department of Education (DepEd) region 12 office here was critically wounded when an unidentified person shot him while he was going home Thursday, it was learned yesterday.
Around The Nation
Look into new angle in Bersamin slay — NBI
Pasay voters question petition for exclusion
Tension gripped the Pasay City Metropolitan Trial Court yesterday following the hearing of a petition for the exclusion of several registered voters in the city.
Two septic tanks to be put up near Parañaque wharf
The Parañaque City government is putting up two septic tanks near the river banks located along the fisherman’s wharf in Barangay La Huerta to prevent the river from getting polluted by garbage and human waste.
Local tourists urged to visit Manila
To boost local tourism, Manila Inner City Development Committee Chairman Arnold "Ali" Atienza encouraged tourists and residents from nearby provinces to visit scenic and historic sites in the city.
Baby found dead in drum filled with water
ANTIPOLO CITY – An 11-month-old boy died after he drowned inside a drum full of water placed in front of their house Thursday night.
Cops start returning MMDA traffic gear
Policemen formerly assigned at the Traffic Enforcement Group (TEG) of the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) have started surrendering the equipment issued by the agency to them.
Malabon ex-cop held on swindle
A dismissed Malabon City policeman was arrested by his former fellow officers after he was allegedly linked to robbery-carnaping charges and swindling activities.
Fire hits car showroom
A one-hour fire hit a car dealer’s showroom in Caloocan City the other day, destroying more than P2 million worth of property.
Labor problems bug Metro
Metro Manila topped the list of regions in the country with the biggest number of business closures and labor retrenchments last year, the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC) said.
Police nab two in slay of barangay chairman
Elements of the Manila Police District (MPD) swooped down in Quiapo, Manila early yesterday and arrested two men in the killing of a barangay chairman last January 30.
Super health center to rise in QC
A super health center will soon rise in Quezon City to provide better health care services to city residents.
Housing program to benefit 190 families
Officials of Urban Poor Affairs Office (UPAO) in Muntinlupa yesterday bared their plan for a new housing project which will benefit some 190 families who lost their homes and properties to fire in Sitio Salvacion, Tunasan, Muntinlupa last Dec. 20, 2006.
METRO-GO-ROUND
Unpaid bills
GMA welcomes IMF forecast, hits negative media reporting
President Arroyo yesterday welcomed the growth forecast of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the economy and said the appointment of an economic manager as chief presidential aide presages good prospects for a "boom year" for the Philippines this year.
Nat’l Manpower Registry set up this year by MECO, DoLE to help returning OFWs
Returning Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) can now have a greater chance of finding employment back in their home country through the National Manpower Registry set up by the Manila Economic Cultural Office (MECO) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE), beginning this year.
GSIS opens Consoldiated Loan plan
Members of the Government Service Insurance System can now avail of a loan equivalent to up to ten months of their basic salary, under the Consolidated Salary Loan or Consoloan Program.
Updating of Land Traffic Code sought by Mendoza
Department of Transportation and Communications (DoTC) Secretary Leandro Mendoza yesterday said there is a need to update the Land Transportation and Traffic Code in order to ensure a smooth and orderly traffic of motor vehicles, especially in Metro Manila and other urban areas with heavy traffic problems.
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