Contrary to predictions by the state weather bureau, typhoon Basyang (Conson) ripped through Metro Manila last week, surprising citizens in the National Capital Region, including President Noynoy Aquino. In a display of pique, Aquino scolded the state weather forecasters about their failure to provide an accurate forecast on typhoon Basyang, especially on its route that [...]
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[CenPEG] President Aquino III’s move to form a Truth Commission that will investigate Gloria M. Arroyo’s alleged wrongdoings committed in nine years of her presidency raises public expectations way above government’s ability to meet. Right now, there are courses of action that can be taken by independent groups serious with the prosecution of the discredited [...]
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Gunmen shot dead a journalist on July 3 and an activist on July 5 — producing two “firsts” under President Aquino.
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The new president’s order to ban the use of “wang-wangs” – sirens – and his decision to practice it has elicited both positive and negative reactions from the public.
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