Reyes’ return may delay plunder raps
The return of Jessica “Gigi” Reyes, one of several personalities accused of plunder in connection with the misuse of the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF), could delay the filing of charges at the Sandiganbayan, lawmakers said on Saturday. Reyes, the … Read more »
Filipino nurse, 40 other plane passengers negative for MERS
THE FILIPINO nurse initially diagnosed with the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) coronavirus was found negative for the virus after being tested twice, the Department of Health (DOH) said on Saturday. Health Secretary Enrique Ona said the man, who was … Read more »
MILF claims Military violated truce
ZAMBOANGA CITY: The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) said the military violated the ceasefire agreement between the government and the rebel group when soldiers attacked MILF forces last week in Basilan that led to the death of three fighters. The … Read more »
‘Heed the risen Lord’
Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle called on the Catholic faithful to “heed the Risen Lord” as the Christian world celebrates Easter. “I call on all Christians, especially the lay faithful to heed the Risen Lord who sends us to … Read more »
Obama to bolster US ‘rebalance’ to Asia
WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama will use an Asian tour beginning next week to bolster US alliances in the region at a time of increased geopolitical tension. Obama is scheduled to visit Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and the Philippines, and will … Read more »
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Pro-Life thoughts on Resurrection Day
Happy Easter Dear Times Readers EASTER is the celebration of the Lord Jesus’ Resurrection. It is the feast of Life for all Christians, for whom the resurrection of Jesus is a promise that we too can have eternal life after our time-bound life on Earth. It’s a good time to reflect on the Pro-Life theme and the new Reproductive Health... Read more »
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Zamora powers PSL to eight-gold romp
The Philippine Swimming League (PSL) got off to a hot start, winning eight gold, two silver and three bronze medals on the opening day of the prestigious 2014 Australia Swimming Championships – All Stars Swimming Challenge being held at the … Read more »
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Fire razes apartment complex
A fire razed a four-door apartment complex along Campa Street, near España in Manila at around 9 p.m. on Saturday. Another blaze occurring at around 3 a.m. the following day razed a row of houses and some establishments nearby. Residents … Read more »
MMDA’s Tolentino hits delay in EDSA re-blocking
DISTRICT engineers and contractors of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) should be held accountable for the delays in re-blocking some portions of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (Edsa), according to the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA). MMDA … Read more »
EcoWaste warns against buying toxic art supplies
An environmental watchdog reminded parents to carefully pick non-toxic materials for kids who will attend summer art classes and workshops to explore and cultivate their creative potentials and skills. The EcoWaste Coalition issued the reminder after conducting a three-tier process … Read more »
Analysis & Commentary
He is Risen!
AT the dawn of Easter, the scavengers in Smokey Mountain celebrate the Resurrection, sounding their collective hope for life everlasting through dance and ritual. I wrote about my experience of Easter celebrations in the garbage dump in Faith and Struggle on Smokey Mountain: Hope for a Planet in Peril (Orbis Books, New York, 2012) The procession is called Salubong, the encounter between the Risen Christ and his Blessed Mother. It is likewise celebrated in Catholic parishes all over the... Read more »
Our hifalutin’ leaders don’t (ever, ever) come down to earth
PEOPLE across a broad swath of Philippine society became fans of Janet Yellen, the Fed Chair and said to be the most powerful public official in the world, when she used her first House appearance to talk about the plight … Read more »
Sacrifice
SOMETIMES one can’t but ask the obvious: why is it that this President who’s got writers and media people as part of his communications office, why is it that he can’t deliver a Lenten message that does not ruffle our … Read more »
A new beginning
Our lives go on cycles, and often we find ourselves beginning a new chapter. Whether it is because we reach a milestone like a birthday or something crucial happens in our lives, we sit down and reflect on what life … Read more »
They murder promdi journalists, don’t they
If there is one thread that links the murders (again and again and again) of media workers in the country, this is it: the victims are from the provinces. The murdered media workers, this is the sad story, submitted work … Read more »
Agony in the Holy Week – and beyond
There will be many flagellants during this Holy Week. How I wish some high Malacañang officials would be among them. Should this be so, I sure would want to be among the first to give them a good whipping. My … Read more »
Of fruits and trees
We like to say it, and we like to say it often: the fruit does not fall far from the tree. It is a phrase we throw around to intervene in the narrative of political dynasties that reigns in this … Read more »
Legal Advice
Live-in partners seek to marry each other
Dear PAO, My live-in partner for seven years and I are planning to get married. Is it true that it is not necessary for us to apply for a marriage license? Leo Dear Leo, As a rule, a marriage license … Read more »
No employer-employee relationship for agents on commission
In 1989, a labor union filed a petition with a sewing machine company to be the sole and exclusive bargaining agent that represents the company’s collectors. The company refused to recognize the labor union, explaining that the union members were … Read more »
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