By Azer N. Parrocha MANILA, (PNA) — Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Jose Balajadia has said that security for the Senate probe on alleged pork barrel scam mastermind Janet Napoles will be strict, although it…
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Consumers ‘strongly’ advised to buy toys gifts only in legitimate shops – FDA
MANILA, (PNA) — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) “strongly” advised consumers to purchase toys only in legitimate shops to avoid giving kids toys which were made of toxic chemicals for Christmas….
Palace orders PHL embassy officials in Riyadh to ensure humane treatment of undocumented OFWs
MANILA, (PNA) –The Palace on Monday has ordered Philippine embassy officials in Saudi Arabia to ensure that undocumented overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the oil-rich Kingdom are accorded a humane treatment. At…
ILO supports earthquake victims in the Philippines
BOHOL, (PNA) –Thousands of workers were badly affected when a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit Central Visayas, Philippines in mid-October. The deadly earthquake destroyed livelihoods and damaged houses, roads, bridges, schools, century-old churches…
President Aquino welcomes officials of Marubeni Corporation
MANILA, (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III welcomed officials of a Japanese trading company who reiterated their commitment to enhance their business operations in the country during a ceremony in Malacanang…
President Aquino commends Defense Secretary Gazmin, AFP for their dedicated services to the country
MANILA, (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III extolled National Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin along with the 220,000-strong Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for their dedicated services to the country at…
Aquino admin vows greater openness, transparency
MANILA, (PNA) — Budget and Management Secretary Florencio Abad on Sunday said that the Aquino administration is prepared to intensify its bid for greater transparency and accountability in government, particularly in wake…
Concerned gov’t agencies remain on alert to ensure safety of people on their way home after ‘Undas 2013,’ Palace says
MANILA, (PNA) — Concerned government agencies are continuously monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of people on their way home after the observance of “Undas 2013,” Presidential Communications Operations Office Secretary…
13 lucky charms found laden with lead, eco group warns
By Azer N. Parrocha MANILA, (PNA) — About 13 lucky charms out of 15 samples sold by street vendors at Manila South Cemetery during the recent Undas were discovered by an eco…
Phl entry wins in transparency, citizen participation competition
By Joann Santiago MANILA, (PNA) — The Philippines bested six other countries in the Bright Spots Competition held during the recently concluded Open Government Partnership (OGP) Summit in London. The entry is…
President Aquino open to holding dialogue with groups opposed to DAP, Palace says
MANILA, (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino is open to holding a dialogue with groups who are still contesting the administration’s Disbursement Acceleration Program (DAP) despite his frequent explanations on the matter…
6.0 magnitude quake hit S. Philippines
MANILA, (PNA/Xinhua) — A magnitude 6.0 earthquake hit Palimbang municipality of Sultan Kudarat province in southern Philippines on Sunday evening, and so far reports of casualties have been received. According to the…
Power restored in most of Ilocos Norte – NDRRMC
MANILA, (PNA) — The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) announced that power has been restored in most parts of Ilocos Norte which was badly battered by Typhoon “Vinta” last…
TD Wilma puts 8 provinces in Mindanao under Signal no.1
MANILA, (PNA) — The low pressure area spotted over east of Mindanao has already developed into a tropical depression as eight provinces in Mindanao were placed under public storm warning signal Number…
Guingona rejects reset of Senate probe on Napoles
By Jelly F. Musico MANILA, (PNA) -– Senator Teofisto Guingona III, Senate blue ribbon chairman, on Monday rejected the request of Sen. Serge Osmena III to defer until November 18 the scheduled…