(PNA) Exporters are pushing for intensified actions against diseases affecting banana production in Mindanao to meet the growing demand for higher quality products of the overseas markets. In a resolution adopted during…
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Putin, Obama leave G20 talks with unwavering views on Syria – Putin
ST. PETERSBURG, (PNA/RIA Novosti) -– Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday that his meeting with US leader Barack Obama was “constructive,” but added that they held by their opinions on Syria. “Our…
Russian senator accuses U.S. leaders of pressuring congressmen
MOSCOW, (PNA/RIA Novosti) -– U.S. Congress members would not have rejected a meeting with Russian parliamentarians without pressure from the U.S. leadership, a senior Russian senator said Friday. “A number of American…
Players suspended, slapped P170T fine for involving in PBA brawl
MANILA, (PNA) – The players involved in the bench-clearing fight in a game between San Mig Coffee and GlobalPort last Wednesday have been slapped with a total of P170,000 fine and games…
Adlay farmers receive bridge project from DAR
MANILA, (PNA) — Two newly-constructed bridge projects worth P8.1-million were recently turned-over to Brgy. Adlay, Carrascal, Surigao del Sur from the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). According to the DAR, these bridge…
Aquino appoints new gov’t officials and judges
MANILA, (PNA) — President Benigno S. Aquino III has appointed new officials in various government agencies and in the courts, a Palace official said. Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte announced the appointments…
Better compensation package urged for teachers
By Perla Lena TACLOBAN CITY, (PNA) — The Philippine government should look into the state of teachers and work on a better compensation package to encourage younger generations to pursue education courses….
600 more TESDA scholars recognized
MANILA, (PNA) — “From tambay to TESDA Specialista,” This is what Dir. Gen. Joel Villanueva said as 600 technical vocational (techvoc) students graduated on Thursday at SM Bacoor under their Cash for…
Int’l leaders congratulate Vietnam on its 68th National Day
HANOI, (PNA/VNS) — World leaders have sent congratulations to Vietnam to mark the country’s 68th National Day on September 2. These leaders include Japanese Emperor Akihito, South Korean President Park Geun Hye,…
Jeron Teng lifts La Salle past Ateneo 66-64 in UAAP showdown
By Kevin Patrick V. Mariano MANILA, (PNA)–Jeron Teng came up big at the most needed time after burying a crucial game winning jumper that gave the De La Salle Green Archers a…
12 killed, 15 wounded in attacks in northern Iraq
BAGHDAD, (PNA/Xinhua) — At least 12 people were killed and 15 others wounded on Friday as two bombings struck a town in northern Iraq, said the police. A roadside bomb went off…
Suriname’s president under pressure over arrest of son
PARAMARIBO, (PNA/Xinhua) — Suriname President Desi Bouterse was under great pressure from the opposition in parliament, who sent him a letter on Friday seeking clarification over his son’s arrest. Dino Bouterse, the…
British marijuana trafficker nabbed
MANILA, (PNA) — US Marshalls are expected to be in the country to fetch a British national, considered as a high profile fugitive, as soon as the Bureau of Immigration issues the…
Joaquin Henson: It ain’t over for Manny
By Joaquin M. Henson It will be close to a year since his last fight when Manny Pacquiao returns to the ring to battle Brandon Rios in a 12-round bout at the…
Dep-Ed honors Bb. Pilipinas-Universe Ariellas Arida’s parents
By Camille Diola The Department of Education (DepEd) honored public school teachers Arlesito and Estella Arida whose crowning glory is their daughter, Binibining Pilipinas-Universe Ariella Arida. DepEd Secretary Armin Luistro presented plaques…