Philippines Faced with Problems on Tuition
The Philippines had seen various events recently that have something to do with policies on tuition fees in different universities in the country. These issues stirred from the suicide incident of a Behavioral Science freshman of the [...]
Pope Francis May Visit the Philippines in 2016
Pope Francis is open to the possibility in visiting the Philippines on 2016 for the 51st International Eucharistic Congress. The invite was extended by Vice President Jejomar Binay durng a meeting after the Pope’s installation and inaugural [...]
Reviving the Sabah Claim
The recent events that took place in Sabah, part of Borneo Island where in Malaysia’s security forces surrounded dozens of Filipino gunmen in a remote area reportedly demanding the right to stay. According to Malaysia Home Minister Hishammuddin [...]
Senators Endorse Pro-Women Candidates in the Government
Senator Pia Cayetano urged the public to support candidates for the 2013 Midterm Elections who are pro-women. They should vote those who have a clear platform for women, Cayetano added. Cayetano, the chairperson on the committee on youth, women [...]
Sabah Standoff Ends in Violence
The standoff in Sabah, Malaysia between Malaysian authorities and followers of the Sultan of Sulu ended in violence this Friday leaving 14 people killed. According to reports, 12 died from the Royal Army of Sulu and two among the Malaysian [...]
DepEd Warns Schools Not to Collect Graduation Fees
Manila – As the graduation season in the Philippines approaches, the Department of Education warns schools that no graduation fees should be collected from elementary and high school students. Education Secretary Armin Luistro has issued [...]
PH President Aquino Signs Human Rights Victim Reparations Law
President Benigno S. Aquino signs into law the Human Rights Victims and Recognition Act of 2013 during the commemorative activities of the 27th Anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution. Venue for the signing was at the People Power Monument [...]
COMELEC Monitors Candidates to Follow Campaign Rules and Regulations
Commission on Elections (COMELEC) continuously reminded the candidates for the 2013 Midterm Elections to strictly follow campaign laws. Two weeks after the start of the official campaign period of Senatorial candidates and Party- List Representatives, [...]
WBC President to Marquez: Hang up Gloves
Manila – The World Boxing Council (WBC) President Don Jose Sulaiman gave a piece advice to Mexican boxer Juan Manual Marquez’s next career move after knocking out Filipino boxer and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao last [...]
Local Politics in Manila Heat up Ahead of Mid-Term Polls
Manila – The brewing political rivalry of former President Joseph Estrada and incumbent Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim for Manila’s mayoralty race is expected to escalate further ahead of the May 13 mid-term polls. This was after Estrada’s [...]
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