Presidential spokesperson Salvador Panelo announces that Antonio Sanchez, the convicted rapist-killer of Eileen Sarmenta and Allan Gomez murder is not qualified for good conduct time allowance (GCTA) system benefits, said Friday during Malacañang press conference. “Mr. Sanchez under Republic Act 10592 is not eligible so the President, as chief enforcer of the law, will … [Full Story...] about Eileen Sarmenta case update: rapist-killer not illegible for release
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Filipinos making a difference overseas could win presidential awards
The Commission on Filipinos Overseas has opened nominations for the 2020 Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas. The awards are a … [Full Story...] about Filipinos making a difference overseas could win presidential awards
Teen pregnancy still a problem despite downward trend, says health chief
Health Secretary Francisco Duque has said the government still had "a lot of work to do" in tackling teen pregnancy, despite falling numbers. “While there is a … [Full Story...] about Teen pregnancy still a problem despite downward trend, says health chief
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Early release for ex-mayor jailed for rape and murder dismissed by palace
The Malacañang has said convicts jailed for “heinous” crimes, such as ex Calauan Mayor Antonio Sanchez, are not eligible for early release. Speaking at a press … [Full Story...] about Early release for ex-mayor jailed for rape and murder dismissed by palace
‘Poverty is never an excuse for the online sexual abuse of children’
A global charity that works to protect the poor and vulnerable has stressed that poverty is never an excuse for the online abuse of children. In a statement today … [Full Story...] about ‘Poverty is never an excuse for the online sexual abuse of children’
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Two whales – one emaciated, the other entangled – wash ashore off Bicol
The short-finned pilot whale (Globicepahala macrorhynchus) that was found dead in the shores of Batuan, Masbate, had wounds on its body, possibly caused by abandoned fishing equipment. Photograph courtesy of BFAR. Two whales of different species have been … [Full Story...] about Two whales – one emaciated, the other entangled – wash ashore off Bicol
Anahawan: Small town in Southern Leyte with big plans for tourism
The Kabigong Falls in Anahawan, Southern Leyte is one of the destinations being promoted by the Anahawan government. Visitors to the 20-meter high Kabigong Falls have to take an hour-long trek downhill and cross a neck-deep river. (PNA photo by Sarwell … [Full Story...] about Anahawan: Small town in Southern Leyte with big plans for tourism
Luxury in The Philippines: Watches for Men and Women to Boost Fashion
Photo by Christian Wiediger on Unsplash In the Philippines, wearing a luxury timepiece is one of the best ways to elevate your lifestyle. Filipinos see a timepiece as a way of conveying their personality in a way no other accessory can. With the booming … [Full Story...] about Luxury in The Philippines: Watches for Men and Women to Boost Fashion
Iligan City declares ‘state of calamity’ amid spike in dengue cases
Government chiefs in Iligan City have declared a "state of calamity” following an alarming increase of dengue cases in the area. Dengue cases have so far reached 1,138 with 14 deaths so far this year, the Iligan City Health Office said today (Wednesday, … [Full Story...] about Iligan City declares ‘state of calamity’ amid spike in dengue cases
9 Things You Should Banish From Your Resume — Forever
Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash Resumes have evolved quite substantially over the past few generations. Despite what your teachers and parents might tell you, many previously-accepted resume practices are no longer advantageous in the context of the … [Full Story...] about 9 Things You Should Banish From Your Resume — Forever
