NDRRMC tells Holy Week vacationers: Monitor weather advisories, exercise caution

Disaster management officials on Wednesday advised the people, especially Holy Week vacationers, to take heed and monitor updates and warnings regarding the approaching typhoon, forecast to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility Wednesday evening or Thursday morning.

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PNoy to pray for haters over Holy Week break

President Benigno Aquino III on Wednesday said he will pray for his critics this Holy Week. In an interview after his inspection of the Batangas Port, Aquino said he plans to reflect in the coming days on why his detractors continue to show "intense hate" towards him.

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Sandiganbayan allows Jinggoy’s medical checkup at Cardinal Santos

This is no April Fools’ Day joke. THe Sandiganbayan on Wednesday allowed detained Sen. Jinggoy Estrada to leave Camp Crame to undergo an emergency medical examination at the Cardinal Santos Memorial Medical Center in San Juan City.

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Men blackmailed after stripping for Pinays on Skype — report

At least two men have claimed to be blackmailed by Filipinas who they met online, a Malaysian news site reported.

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PNoy orders govt agencies to be ready for Chedeng

President Benigno Aquino III on Wednesday directed government agencies to be ready for Typhoon Maysak, which will be locally codenamed "Chedeng" when it enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility late Wednesday or early Thursday.

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53k passengers expected at NAIA-3; 11 flights delayed on Holy Wednesday morning

More passengers are expected at airports and ports on Wednesday in line with the Holy Week exodus and the last day of work for most offices in Metro Manila, TV reports said.

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DepEd: Charge mobile phones, locate evacuation areas to prepare for Typhoon Maysak

Charge your mobile phones, locate your evacuation areas, and know where your loved ones are. These are among the tips the Department of Education issued Wednesday, ahead of Typhoon Maysak.

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Muhammad Ali rooting for Pacquiao against Mayweather

Retired boxing legend Muhammad Ali shares the same flag with Floyd Mayweather but the former world heavyweight champion will be cheering for Manny Pacquiao come May 2 (May 3, PHL time).

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Pacquiao, Mayweather to hold their first media workout for mega fight

Eight-division champion Manny Pacquiao will hold his first media workout on April 15 (April 16 PHL time) at the famed Wild Card Gym in Los Angeles, California.

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Solon wants fines up to P200K for obstruction of justice

A fine as high as P200,000 and jail time of up to 20 years await those who will obstruct the apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders should the bill filed by Albay Rep. Fernando Gonzalez becomes a law.

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After 4-day ordeal at sea, 5 Pinoy fishermen returning from Japan

After a four-day ordeal at sea, five Filipino fishermen are finally on their way home from Japan, the Philippine embassy in Tokyo said.

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Only 63% of Pinoys validated to vote – SWS

If elections were held today, only 37.4 million Filipinos, just 63 percent of adults, would be validated or allowed to vote, a new Social Weather Stations poll found.

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AFP chief Catapang says 50 percent of BIFF 'neutralized'

Armed Forces of the Philippines chief General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. on Tuesday said the military has "neutralized" about fifty percent of the forces of Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters.

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INFOGRAPHIC: Drowning, car accidents top causes of death in past two Holy Weeks

Nearly 60 deaths were recorded by National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council in the past observances of Holy Week in 2013 and 2014.

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Alan Cayetano says Taguig politics behind Robin Padilla’s push for Bangsamoro

Senate Majority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano has accused actor Robin Padilla of playing politics when the latter specifically named him as one of the lawmakers who should brush up on history before giving their opinion on the Bangsamoro.

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Online school directory says business, teaching most searched courses in 2014

A site that presents prospective students with a directory of Philippine colleges and universities and their respective degree programs has revealed that business administration, secondary education, and information technology are the trending college courses among Filipino students.

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Sandiganbayan upholds dismissal of Ongpin graft case

The Sandiganbayan has dismissed with finality a graft case filed against businessman Jaime Ongpin over alleged anomalous loans.

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Six nabbed at NAIA for baggage theft

Six personnel working at the baggage loading station of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) were nabbed for luggage theft.

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Concrete bridge breaks ground in Mamasapano

A new concrete bridge is set to be built to replace an old wooden footbridge that saw the bloody January 25 clash between the Philippine National Police' Special Action Force officers and members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front and its splinter group Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters.

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VERA Files dispute govt denial of PHL offer to drop Sabah claim

The Department of Foreign Affairs is "misleading the public" in saying that it did not mention Sabah in a note verbale the Philippine government recently sent to Malaysia, the newsgroup that published the disputed report said Tuesday.

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Miriam wants shorter wait for missing disaster victims’ kin to claim benefit

To ease the grief of relatives of a person missing in a natural disaster, Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago has proposed to reduce from four years to two the length of time they need to wait before they can collect death benefits.

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Palace rules out ‘no-election’ scenario amid legal issues with PCOS machines

Malacañang on Tuesday ruled out the possibility of the 2016 national elections not pushing through amid legal issues hounding the use of the Precinct Count Optical Scan (PCOS) machines.

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Members of Team Pacquiao raise funds for slain MMDA constable

Te camp of Filipino ring icon Manny Pacquiao on Tuesday raised some $700 for the family of a Metropolitan Manila Development Authority constable who died after robbers forced him to drink poison.

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Wheelchair-bound octogenarian asks De Lima to turn over son’s alleged killer to court

A wheelchair-bound mother has asked Justice Secretary Leila de Lima to give up custody of a Maguindanao massacre witness who stands accused for the murder of her son more than 10 years ago.

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After all-out offensive, AFP tells Maguindanao folk to put up security vs. armed groups

Residents who fled their homes due to the Armed Forces of the Philippines' recently ended all-out offensive against the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters may start returning to their communities in Maguindanao, AFP chief General Gregorio Pio Catapang said on Monday.

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Government lawyers block Jinggoy’s request for ‘urgent’ medical care

The prosecution panel in the case against detained Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday opposed his motion for a three-hour furlough to have his shoulder pains checked by doctors at a San Juan hospital.

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3 Pinoys seriously hurt in Libya bomb attack

Three other Filipino workers were seriously wounded in the March 29 bomb attack in Zawiya, Libya that killed a Filipino migrant, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Tuesday.

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Palace vows not to sway peace council on BBL

Malacañang on Tuesday vowed to keep a hands-off policy over the multisectoral peace council that President Benigno Aquino III convened to tackle the controversial Bangsamoro Basic Law.

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CA resumes oral arguments on Junjun Binay plea vs. suspension

The Court of Appeals on Tuesday afternoon resumed its oral arguments on the petition filed by Makati Mayor Junjun Binay to have several ranking government officials cited in contempt for defying a restraining order against his preventive suspension.

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PNP: Hike in subsistence allowance a morale booster

The Philippine National Police on Tuesday said the increase in the daily subsistence allowance of policemen is expected to boost the morale of the police force.

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Troops nab ranking BIFF leader in Cotabato

Government troops arrested a ranking official of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters in Cotabato City on Monday night, the Armed Forces of the Philippines has said.

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PNP reminds motorists of road rules for safe Holy Week travel

The Philippine National Police on Tuesday reminded motorists heading to the provinces for the Holy Week to follow road regulations to ensure their safety.

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Amid China’s reclamation work, PHL to let UN set pace of arbitration proceedings

The Philippine government is yielding to the United Nations to set the pace of the country’s arbitration case against China, following reports that Beijing has continued its reclamation work on disputed areas in the South China Sea.

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Online processing of NBI e-clearance starts Wednesday, April 1

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is no longer giving application forms to walk-in applicants for an NBI clearance, as the bureau starts processing e-clearance via online processing.

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Solon seeks higher combat pay for cops

Dispirited by the measly monthly combat pay of police and military personnel assigned in conflict areas, a lawmaker has proposed increasing that particular allowance of all commissioned and non-commissioned policemen to 25 percent of their base pay.

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Jinggoy wants to be brought to hospital due to ‘unbearable’ shoulder pain

Detained Sen. Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday asked the Sandiganbayan to immediately allow him to leave detention to go to Cardinal Santos Medical Memorial Hospital, saying his shoulder has been giving him unbearable pain.

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CBCP chief: Eating, bathing not banned during Holy Week

Material gains—a diploma, beauty, and wealth—are fleeting in this world, but not one's love for God and neighbor. And while practices like eating and bathing are not banned, committing a sin is, said Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines president Socrates Villegas.

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AFP urges UN to ‘immediately’ act on PHL protest vs. China

The Armed Forces of the Philippines has urged the United Nations to immediately act on the Philippines' diplomatic protest filed against China over the latter's reclamation activities in South China Sea.

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DOST exec: DepEd has biggest role in disaster risk reduction

The Department of Education may yet have the biggest role in disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM), an official of the Department of Science and Technology said on Monday.

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PNoy calls for selflessness in Lenten message

President Benigno Aquino III, in his Lenten message, urged Filipinos to be selfless like Jesus Christ, to the point of giving one's own life for the benefit of others.

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FULL TEXT: President Benigno Aquino III’s Lenten message

The full text of President Benigno Aquino III's Lenten message

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AFP chief: China doing reclamation work in 3 areas within PHL exclusive economic zone

China is doing reclamation work in seven reefs in the South China Sea, three of which are within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief of staff General Gregorio Pio Catapang said.

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3 firm execs get 54 years for Marcos-era behest loans

Three officers of an export company that was found to have taken out more than P40 million in behest loans during the Marcos years were each sentenced to 54 years in prison on Monday.

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National peace summit meant to look at BBL with ‘fresh eyes’ –Palace

President Benigno Aquino III called for the convening of a national peace summit to have an avenue for stakeholders to look at the controversial Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) with "fresh eyes,” Malacañang said Monday.

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BBL won’t undermine constitutional offices, overfund new political entity – Ferrer

The government’s chief peace negotiator on Monday once again sought to clarify “misconceptions” about the controversial Bangsamoro Basic Law, particularly about funding and how institutions in the new political entity will relate to existing constitutional bodies.

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CA thumbs down SolGen plea to suspend Junjun Binay hearings

The Court of Appeals on Monday thumbed down a plea from the Office of the Solicitor General to suspend hearings on Makati Mayor Junjun Binay's petition against his preventive suspension.

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PHL courts go on Holy Week break

Courts across the Philippines will close earlier on Wednesday the Holy Week break, according to a Supreme Court notice.

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GPH panel should tell MILF Bangsamoro law won’t pass as it is, senator says

The government peace panel must explain to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front that the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law will not pass as it is and will have to undergo changes, Senator Francis Escudero said on Sunday.

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PHL denies bartering Sabah claim for KL’s support vs. China

The Department of Foreign Affairs flatly denied on Monday that the Philippines has offered to drop its longstanding claim to Sabah, saying the diplomatic note it had handed to Malaysia concerned the South China Sea conflicts and not the Borneo territory.

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Miriam wants officials liable for past offenses despite reelection

Public officials should be held liable for crimes committed during past terms of office to reject the view that the official's reelection is tantamount to condonation of his past crimes, Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago said.

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SolGen seeks suspension of CA hearing on Binay plea

The Office of the Solicitor General has asked the Court of Appeals to suspend hearings on Makati Mayor Junjun Binay's petition contesting his preventive suspension.

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Sandiganbayan denies Jinggoy Estrada’s plea vs. freeze order on P183M in assets

The Sandiganbayan Fifth Division on Monday denied the motion for reconsideration filed by detained Sen. Jinggoy Estrada regarding the ordered attachment and freeze of his assets, in relation to his alleged involvement with the pork barrel scam.

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Makabayan bloc readies 20 questions in case PNoy attends House probe on Mamasapano clash

Although House leaders aren’t keen on inviting President Benigno Aquino III to the resumption of the House of Representatives’ hearings on the Mamasapano clash next week, the progressive Makabayan bloc isn’t giving up hope that he will show up and answer the 20 questions its members have prepared for him.

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Miriam’s bill seeks to require diaper-changing stations in public places

Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago wants all major establishments and government offices to be required to have diaper-changing stations in their restrooms or common areas accessible not only to women but to men, as well.

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PNoy hikes subsistence allowance for AFP, PNP, other uniformed personnel

President Benigno Aquino III has approved higher daily subsistence allowances for the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Philippine National Police.

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DOJ OKs tax raps vs. Janet Napoles, husband

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has recommended the filing of P61-million tax evasion charges against alleged pork barrel scam mastermind Janet Lim-Napoles and her husband Jaime.

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Pinoy boxer Randy Petalcorin to defend his world title in China

"I will knock this guy out to give glory to the Philippines," said Randy Petalcorin.

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Gazmin says public procurement of C295 aircraft transparent and adhered to law

Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin assured the public Monday that the acquisition of the country's three new C295M medium lift fixed wing aircraft was transparent and strictly adhered to rules amid controversy on the procurement of 21 UH-1 combat helicopters.

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LOOK: MTRCB catches bus showing lewd movies amid Holy Week exodus

Amid the Holy Week exodus, at least one province-bound bus was not allowed to proceed with its trip Monday, after an inspection team caught it showing lewd movies.

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Former world minimumweight champion up next for Nietes

Donnie Nietes just fought last Saturday but expect him to be back inside the ring in less than four months.

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Bettor wins P15.186M in lotto 6/42 draw

A lotto bettor won P15.186 million in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office's Lotto 6/42 draw Saturday night.

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Military kills BIFF's Kumander Bisaya in Maguindanao – report

A top leader of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters, Usop Abeh Salih also known as Kumander Bisaya, was killed by security forces in Maguindanao province on Sunday, GMA News' Jun Veneracion reported.

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Gloria Arroyo would not wish hospital detention on her enemies – Lito Atienza

Detention is not something former president and now Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo would wish on her enemies and critics, even if she has been locked up in the hospital for nearly three years, Buhay party-list Rep. Lito Atienza said on Sunday.

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Aquino ‘terrorizing people in the name of peace’, UNA claims

The United Nationalist Alliance on Sunday accused President Benigno Aquino III of "terrorizing people in the name of peace" by pushing for the Bangsamoro Basic Law, which it said is legally flawed without saying how.

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AFP: NPA ‘running out of cadres’, will go back to peace talks soon

The New People's Army, the armed wing of the Communist Party of the Philippines, is running out of fighters and will have to go back to negotiations, the spokesman of the Armed Forces of the Philippines said Sunday, the 46th anniversary of the NPA.

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MILF ‘to be hit’ if it blocks arrest of members involved in Mamasapano, lawmaker warns

The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) “will be hit” if it blocks the arrest of members believed responsible for the killing of 44 police Special Action Force troopers in Mamasapano, Maguindanao last Jan. 25, a lawmaker has warned.

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Palace to Gabriela: Celebrate victory for women's rights instead of criticizing Cory

Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda on Sunday brushed aside criticisms from the Gabriela Women’s Party, saying that instead of maligning President Benigno Aquino III and his mother former President Corazon Aquino, it should instead be mindful of the advancement of women’s rights under the current administration.

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New C-295 transport plane to be turned over to Air Force on Monday

The first of three new C-295 medium lift aircraft will be blessed and turned over to the Philippine Air Force on Monday, Air Force Spokesperson Lt. Col. Enrico Canaya said in an interview.

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Palace will cooperate with House on Mamasapano probe

Presidential Spokesperson Edwin Lacierda on Sunday reiterated that even if the House of Representatives has confirmed that President Benigno Aquino III will not be invited to the House probe on the Mamasapano clash, the administration is still willing to cooperate.

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Purisima’s role in Mamasapano clash the last unanswered question — Bongbong

Despite several public addresses on the Mamasapano clash, President Benigno Aquino III has yet to fully explain his role in the operation where more than 60 people died, Senator Bongbong Marcos said on Sunday.

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Nietes, Donaire, Pagara make clean sweep in Araneta

Lineal world light flyweight champion Donnie Nietes and newly-crowned NABF super bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire both impressed the Filipino crowd by stopping their respective opponents last night at the SMART Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.

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Group calls for eco-related Lenten sacrifices

Adopt a vegan lifestyle, walk or bike to churches during Holy Week, and put aside electronic gadgets. These were the suggestions of environmental group EcoWaste Coalition, which suggested several so-called “green Lenten sacrifices.”

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DOH adopts code white, blue alerts for Holy Week

The Department of Health will be on Code White and Blue Alerts in several regions for the Holy Week, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said.

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Malaysia readies offshore military bases as Mindanao peace process shudders

Malaysia is preparing offshore military bases to intercept potential refugees from Mindanao in the event of a breakdown of the peace process between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, a Malaysian news site reported Sunday.

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WATCH: Priest blesses palm fronds on Palm Sunday

Filipino Catholics on Sunday began a week-long commemoration of Christ's passion and death by marking His triumphant entry to Jerusalem, which is traditionally being called to mind by the faithful through Palm Sunday rites.

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Pacquiao camp denies boxing champ suffering from severe cramps

Team Pacquiao denied reports that the eight-division champion is suffering from severe leg cramps during his training for his megafight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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Manny Pacquiao receives signed jersey from Golden State's Stephen Curry

With six weeks to go until Pacman clashes with Floyd Mayweather Jr. on May 2, Stephen Curry made his allegiance known by sending an autographed home jersey to Manny Pacquiao.

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Catholic Church to hold second collection on Palm Sunday for calamity victims

The Catholic Church in the Philippines will hold a second collection at Mass for the poor and for victims of recent calamities on Mar.29, Palm Sunday.

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Philippines dismisses China concerns over South China Sea military repairs

The Philippines dismissed concerns by China over Manila's plan to repair military facilities in the South China Sea, a foreign ministry spokesman said on Saturday, insisting Manila has sovereign rights over territories in the disputed areas.

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Women groups lead CAB anniversary parade in QC

Women's groups staged a joint peace parade in Quezon City on Saturday to mark the first anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro, the peace agreement between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.

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Palace to public: Apply Earth Hour message to lifestyle

Malacañang on Saturday appealed to Filipinos to practice energy conservation not only for an hour on Saturday evening, but also in their daily routines.

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Palace: Aquino wants travel to provinces to be safe, convenient

President Benigno Aquino III wants Filipinos traveling to the provinces for their Holy Week and summer vacations not just to be safe but to be convenient as well.

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Palace: Leaders’ council to study BBL won’t usurp Congress

Malacañang reassured lawmakers Saturday a council of leaders President Benigno Aquino III formed to study the Bangsamoro Basic Law is not aimed at usurping their power to pass the measure.

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Davao archbishop to lead PHL delegation to Synod of Bishops in Vatican

Davao Archbishop Romulo Valles will lead a Philippine delegation to the 14th General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops at the Vatican in October.

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eUP system shut down April 2-5

The University of the Philippines' eUP system will be shut down from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday for maintenance.

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UP Law wins Oxford moot court competition

The University of the Philippines are the new champions of the 2015 Oxford Price Moot Court Competition in Oxford, UK.

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PNP gives tips before leaving for Holy Week, summer vacation

Secure your homes, let as few people know about your vacation plans, and keep the window curtains closed.

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PSALM execs face graft charges over P35M waste disposal contract

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed graft charges against five officials of the government owned and controlled Power Sector Asset and Liabilities Management (PSALM) corporation for allegedly awarding a P35-million contract to a disqualified bidder.

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Ampatuan scion denies clan involved in Mamasapano clash

Maguindanao massacre suspect Sajid Ampatuan denied allegations that his family, through a supposed private armed group, was involved in the Mamasapano clash, a report from GMA's “24 Oras” said Friday.

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PNoy’s review panel meant to sway public on BBL —Bongbong Marcos

President Benigno Aquino III's initiative to form a citizens' committee that will review the Bangsamoro Basic Law is an attempt to rally public support for Congress' creation of a new autonomous region in Muslim Mindanao, something that has come under serious doubt following the Mamasapano incident, Sen. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said on Friday. Two other senators expressed doubt that Aquino's panel of "citizen leaders" will achieve anything as regards the opinions of lawmakers and the public.

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INFOGRAPHIC: Who has more major world boxing titles, Pacquiao or Mayweather?

Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather have both dominated the boxing world for the past decade and a half. Before their fights finally cross on May 2 in Las Vegas, let's take a look back at their respective winning histories.

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Crisis will result in stronger BBL, peace process, Deles says

Amid strong opposition and criticisms, Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Teresita Deles said Friday that the Bangsamoro Basic Law and the peace process will emerge stronger and with the bigger participation of the Filipino people.

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PNP on heightened alert in Luzon, Visayas, on full alert in Mindanao for Holy Week

The Philippine National Police is now on heightened alert in Luzon and Visayas, and on full alert in Mindanao, in time for the Holy Week.

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Lawmakers support PNoy’s move to tap ‘citizen leaders’ to review BBL

At least four lawmakers on Friday expressed support for President Benigno Aquino III's move to tap Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal and other “citizen leaders” to scrutinize the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law.

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MILF chief negotiator to youths: Play active role in ‘peacebuilding’

Play a more active role in efforts toward peace. This was the challenge hurled by the chief peace negotiator of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front to the youth at a convocation rite Thursday.

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PNoy to critics of peace with MILF: Nothing good came out of war

President Benigno Aquino III on Friday blasted those advocating an all-out war in Mindanao, as he continued to push for the peace process with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF).

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FULL TEXT: PNoy’s speech on the 1st Anniversary of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro

"Isipin na lang po ninyo, kapag muling madiskaril ang usaping kapayapaan, mawawalan ng espasyo para sa maayos na pakikipag-usap sa mga pinuno, at sa lahat ng Moro na handang makinig sa katwiran, at nagnanais din ng kapayapaan. Hindi ba’t baka pati sila, matulak nang sumama sa nagnanais ng karahasan?"

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PNoy taps Cardinal Tagle, ex-Chief Justice Davide in review of Bangsamoro law

President Benigno Aquino III announced that he was enlisting the help of "citizen leaders" to scrutinize the controversial Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL). In a national address, Aquino said these citizen leaders include Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle and former Chief Justice Hilario Davide.

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VACC to form legal team for filing of charges vs. PNoy, Purisima, Napeñas

The Volunteer Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) will form a legal team that will build up the possible criminal cases to be filed against President Benigno Aquino III in relation to his alleged involvement in the Mamasapano incident.

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Peace panel member warns anti-Bangsamoro law solons of losing Muslim votes in 2016

Push for the passage of Bangsamoro Basic Law or lose votes. This was the challenge posed Friday to lawmakers who will block the passage of the BBL by peace advocates during a program held in Quezon Memorial Circle to mark the first anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on Bangsamoro (CAB).

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AFP on red alert starting noon of March 28 for NPA anniversary

The Armed Forces of the Philippines will go on red alert starting Saturday noon for the 46th anniversay of the communist New People's Army.

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Despite PNoy’s appeal for understanding, some Pinoys still prefer apology

Some Filipinos still prefer an apology from President Benigno Aquino III over the January 25 Mamasapano incident, even after he asked for understanding from the public, a TV report said Friday.

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Sereno to law schools: Review faculty recruitment, student admission

Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno challenged law schools in the Philippines to revisit not only their law courses, but also their respective processes for recruiting faculty members and admitting law students.

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PNoy orders agencies to ensure safe travel during Holy Week

President Benigno Aquino III has directed government agencies to ensure safe and convenient travel for Filipinos during the coming Holy Week.

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Join Earth Hour, Church encourages flock

Catholic Church officials are throwing their full support for this year's Earth Hour, urging the faithful to switch off lights for an hour and save energy at 8:30 p.m. Saturday.

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Coast Guard activates passenger assistance centers for Holy Week exodus

The Philippine Coast Guard on Friday activated its passenger assistance centers to help Filipinos traveling to their home provinces for the Holy Week.

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CBCP chief still unconvinced on divorce law

A recently released survey showing 60 percent of Filipinos favoring the legalization of divorce has not convinced the head of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines to change his stand against divorce.

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Sandiganbayan junks Revilla’s furlough plea for daughter’s graduation

The First Division of the anti-graft court Sandiganbayan has junked the motion of Sen. Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. to leave his detention for the graduation of his daughter on Saturday.

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NDRRMC issues hotlines, contact numbers for Holy Week travelers

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council on Friday issued contact details for travelers during the Holy Week.

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LOOK: Police take part in earthquake drill

Police on Friday took part in a nationwide earthquake drill headed by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.

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PNoy to address nation on anniversary of Bangsamoro peace deal

President Benigno Aquino III will deliver another national address on Friday, exactly a year after the Philippine government signed a comprehensive peace deal with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF).

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Contractors with delayed projects face ban from future DPWH bidding

Contractors with overdue projects may be barred from taking part in future bidding by the Department of Public Works and Highways.

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LTFRB to start issuing special permits to buses for provincial trips over Holy Week

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board will start releasing special bus permits to allow some buses to travel during the Holy Week, a report from GMA News' “24 Oras” said Thursday.

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Trafficking attempt involving 16 jobseekers foiled at NAIA 4

Immigration officers foiled an attempt to smuggle 16 human trafficking victims to Malaysia via the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 4.

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Aquino has lunch with PNPA graduates after ceremonies

After explaining his side on the bloody Mamasapano incident for the fourth time on Thursday, President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday had lunch with the new graduates of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA).

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Holy Week rush: Be at the airport four hours before flight, NAIA admin says

The Manila International Airport Authority reminded passengers to arrive at the airport at least four hours before their flight amid the Holy Week rush, a report from GMA News' “24 Oras” said Thursday.

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Legal experts: Clerical error in TRO in Makati mayoralty a sign of haste, but so what?

Much has been said about the controversial and rather unusual font face used in the temporary restraining order issued by the Court of Appeals against the suspension of Makati Mayor Junjun Binay. But apart from the Comic Sans font, some have likewise pointed to another peculiarity in the order: a name of one of Binay's lawyers in the notice of resolution, Claro Certeza, was mistated as "Claro Cervantes."

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Bong’s lawyers submit proof daughter is graduating

The lawyers of detained Sen. Bong Revilla Jr. on Thursday submitted proof that Revilla’s daughter Loudette is part of the graduating class of the De La Salle Zobel High School in connection with his request to be allowed to attend.

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Senators deny PNoy’s charge that panel speculated on his role in Mamasapano

The leaders of the committees which crafted the report on the Senate’s probe denied Thursday the claim of President Benigno Aquino that they speculated on his role in the Mamasapano mission on Jan. 25.

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A.P. Cayetano: MILF’s report proof that they coddled Marwan, Usman

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Why the Supreme Court lowered passing grade in 2014 bar exams

So why did the Supreme Court decide to adjust the passing rate for the 2014 Bar examinations? Apparently, the chairman of the Bar exams—even without publicly citing a reason—has the discretion to recommend the lowering of the passing rate, subject to the approval of the Supreme Court en banc.

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Senators split on PNoy’s plea for understanding

Senators were divided Thursday President Benigno Aquino III's appeal for understanding over the Mamasapano clash, with some saying it was already enough while others believed it was “too little, too late.”

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Gazmin hits ‘self-serving’ MILF report on Mamasapano clash

While he has yet to finish the report on the Moro Islamic Liberation Front's internal investigation on the bloody Mamasapano clash that resulted in the deaths of at least 60 people, Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin on Thursday said his initial assesment of the report was that it is self-serving.

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Admin allies want public to move on after PNoy's last speech on Mamasapano

Administration allies in the House of Representatives believe it’s time for the country to move on from the Mamasapano debacle after President Benigno Aquino III appealed to the public for understanding for decisions he made on the botched police operation.

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PNoy signs law postponing SK polls to October 2016

President Benigno Aquino III has signed the law once again postponing the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections to October next year.

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Ampatuan scion among new PNPA grads

The grandson of Andal Ampatuan Sr., the principal accused in the high-profile Maguindanao massacre case, was among the 246 cadets who graduated from the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) on Thursday.

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Alan Cayetano reveals threats against him due to anti-MILF statements

Majority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano revealed Thursday a threat against his life because of his position and statements against the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.

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Even without PNoy’s emergency powers, no brownouts in Luzon over next four weeks

Energy Secretary Carlos Jericho Petilla has expressed confidence there would be no brownouts in Luzon for the next four weeks despite Congress’ failure to grant President Benigno Aquino III special powers to address the looming power crisis this summer.

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NDRRMC: Nationwide earthquake drill March 27

A nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill will be held on Friday, March 27, with Marikina City Hall as the ceremonial pilot venue.

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PHL welcomes calls in US Congress for strategy to slow down China’s aggression

Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario on Thursday welcomed calls by US lawmakers for a comprehensive American strategy to stop or slow down China’s massive reclamation in disputed features in the South China Sea.

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LIVESTREAM AND UPDATES: Philippine press conference for Pacquiao-Mayweather fight

Manny Pacquiao's fight with Floyd Mayweather promises to be one of the biggest television events in Philippine history. Representatives from the top networks will make an announcement on the television broadcast for the fight on Thursday. Check here for the freshest updates.

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PNPA topnotcher says Mamasapano incident tested cadets’ determination

SILANG, Cavite — The topnotcher of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Class of 2015 on Thursday admitted that the bloody Mamasapano incident has tested their class' morale, determination and intention to join the police force.

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Drilon thankful for people’s trust, vows to work harder

Senate President Franklin Drilon on Thursday thanked the people for their appreciation and trust as he promised that he will continue to work hard in fulfilling his responsibilities to the nation.

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PNoy on his absence in SAF 44 arrival honors: ‘I wanted to give families time to grieve’

"I wanted to give the bereaved families time to grieve." This was how President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday tried to justify his absence during the arrival honors for 42 of the 44 police commandos killed during the January 25 Mamasapano operation.

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Govt lawyers oppose Bong Revilla’s request for furlough

State lawyers handling the case of detained Senator Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. on Thursday asked the Sandiganbayan to reject Revilla’ request to attend the high school graduation of his daughter, saying to do so is tantamount to special treatment.

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Alan Cayetano: MILF sanction to erring commanders just a slap on the wrist

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PNoy laments how Senate, BOI ‘speculated’ about his role in Mamasapano mission

President Benigno Aquino III on Friday lamented how the Senate and the police's Board of Inquiry supposedly resorted to "speculations" about his role in the deadly January 25 Mamasapano operation.

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PNoy asks for understanding over Mamasapano debacle

President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday came short of issuing an apology over the deadly January 25 Mamasapano operation, and instead appealed for public understanding over the debacle.

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Ombudsman contests Binay TRO before SC

The Office of the Ombudsman has filed a petition against the temporary restraining order issued by the Court of Appeals against the suspension of Makati Mayor Junjun Binay.

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Comelec may revert to manual system in 2016 polls – exec

Expecting a delay in the repair and refurbishment of the 82,000 Precinct Count Optical Scan machines, the Comelec may consider using the manual system for the 2016 national elections.

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Bar exams passing rate is 18.82 percent; 1,126 law grads pass; San Beda grad is top 1

A total of 1,126 law graduates passed the 2014 Bar exams, with a graduate from the San Beda College of Law topping the list with a grade of 85.5. The passing rate is 18.82 percent.

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One PNPA cadet fails to graduate on time for conduct offense

One senior cadet of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) was not allowed to graduate on Thursday due to a minor offense in conduct.

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LOOK: MILF chief negotiator visits Cagayan de Oro archbishop

In the name of peace in Mindanao, the chief peace negotiator of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front on Wednesday afternoon paid a visit to Cagayan de Oro Archbishop Antonio Ledesma.

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PNoy's trust ratings at a record low - Pulse Asia

President Benigno Aquino III is no longer the most trusted top government official, his ratings having dropped to a record low in the aftermath the Mamasapano clash.

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PNPA expects an ‘inspirational’ speech from PNoy

Although a public apology from President Benigno Aquino III over the Mamasapano incident may seem remote, the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) expects him to at least deliver an inspirational message before the 246 young cadets who will be graduating from the Academy on Thursday.

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Over 200 new PNPA graduates to join police force

Over 200 new graduates of the Philippine National Police Academy will join the 100,000-strong Philippine National Police force.

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Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. visits Wild Card gym to 'share thoughts' on May bout

Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. dropped by the Wild Card gym where Filipino boxing champ and Sarangani Rep. Emmanuel "Manny" Pacquiao is training for his May 2 fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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Govt peace negotiator Coronel-Ferrer hopeful BBL bill can now move forward

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'Hindi totoo ang sinabi ni Trillanes tungkol sa nilasing sa inuman' – Gen. Napeñas

“'Yung sinasabi ni Senator Trillanes na nilasing, walang katotohanan yun. Sana bago siya nagsalita sa media, vinerify niya sino ang PNP officer na yun. And it turned out, kahapon, di pala PNP-SAF naghost nun pero the damage has been done,” former Special Action Force chief Dir. Getulio Napeñas said on Wednesday.

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Napeñas: Purisima relayed directive from PNoy as the commander-in-chief

Former Special Action Force director Getulio Napeñas said former national police Chief Alan Purisima's directive not to inform the acting PNP Chief of the January 24-25, 2015 Mamasapano assault was President Benigno Aquino III's guidance that was only relayed to him by Purisima.

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Resupply missions to Ayungin getting tougher because of Chinese ships

Sending supplies to the troops stationed on the BRP Sierra Madre, the country's outpost in Ayungin Shoal, is getting more difficult as Chinese Coast Guard vessels continue to block ships going to the Kalayaan Island Group, the Philippine Navy said on Wednesday.

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Retired officers’ group bats wants Ping Lacson, Grace Poe to run as a team in 2016

A group of retired police and military officials are calling for a "Ping-Poe" tandem in the upcoming 2016 presidential elections, a report from GMA's “24 Oras” said Wednesday.

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Whistleblower tags Ducut as Napoles’ agent in House of Representatives

Former Pampanga representative and Energy Regulatory Commission Chair Zenaida Ducut was allegedly the “agent” of businesswoman Janet Lim Napoles in the lower chamber, state witness Merlina Suñas said Wednesday.

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CA orders protection for human rights lawyer

The Court of Appeals has ordered the government to ensure the safety of human rights lawyer and National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers founding member Maria Catherine Dannug-Salucon.

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School says Krisel Mallari complained about her grades every year

Sto. Niño Parochial School said that its salutatorian Krisel Mallari complained about her grades at the end of every school year.

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WATCH: Floyd Mayweather beats up sparring partner in training camp

His fight with Manny Pacquiao is still six weeks away, but Floyd Mayweather is already displaying vicious form in training camp.

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PNP: Manila Police District to probe use of shackles on detainees

The Philippine National Police (PNP) is now investigating an incident wherein four inmates of the Manila Police District (MPD) were chained together while they were being transferred to another jail facility instead of the standard procedure of using handcuffs.

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Trillanes denies pitting PNP against AFP

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV denied Wednesday that he was pitting the Armed Forces of the Philippines against the Philippine National Police when he disclosed the supposed reason other Special Action Force troops failed to help their comrades who found themselves in a firefight with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.

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Miriam: Ombudsman not liable in contempt case filed by Mayor Binay

Ombudsman Conchita Carpio-Morales is not liable in the contempt case filed against her by Makati Mayor Jejomar Erwin "Junjun" Binay because the Ombudsman can order a mayor's immediate suspension, Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago said Wednesday.

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Trillanes denies violating secrecy of Senate executive session

Senator Antonio Trillanes IV clarified Wednesday that he didn't violate the Senate rule on the secrecy of executive sessions as his information on the dinner for military officers hosted by a police official on the eve of Mamasapano operation, did not come from a closed-door hearing.

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MILF commander lived 500 meters from Marwan’s hut —Napeñas

Relieved Philippine National Police (PNP) Special Action Force chief Director Getulio Napeñas on Wednesday insisted that high-value terrorists Zulkifli bin Hir alias Marwan and Abdul Basit Usman were living in a controlled territory of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) when the operation to arrest them was launched by the PNP SAF.

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De Lima gives NBI two more weeks to wrap up Mamasapano probe

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the National Prosecution Service (NPS) have been given a two-week extension to complete their parallel probe on the January 25 Mamasapano clash, according to Justice Secretary Leila de Lima.

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Ex-Benguet Rep. Dangwa pleads not guilty to graft raps

Former Benguet Rep. Samuel Dangwa on Wednesday pleaded not guilty to multiple counts of graft, malversation and direct bribery in connection with the alleged pork barrel scam.

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De Lima on Pemberton case: Plea bargaining is allowed in pre-trial

Justice Secretary Leila de Lima on Wednesday confirmed that plea bargaining was brought up during pre-trial meetings for the murder case against US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton.

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Napeñas refutes MILF findings on Mamasapano clash

Relieved Philippine National Police Special Action Force (PNP-SAF) chief Director Getulio Napeñas Jr. on Wednesday belied some of the findings of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) regarding the January 25 Mamasapano incident.

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Pork ‘scam’ whistleblower admits Napoles NGO legit

Pork barrel scam witness and former Napoles employee Merlina Suñas on Wednesday told the court that the non-government organization registered under her name was legitimate, contradicting earlier statements that the alleged scam was perpetrated through fake NGOs.

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Deputy Executive Secretary Aguinaldo named new COA chair

President Benigno Aquino III has appointed Deputy Executive Secretary Michael Aguinaldo as new Commission on Audit chairperson.

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PNoy’s pal: Aquino, Pia Wurtzbach went out on a group date

President Benigno Aquino and recently crowned Bb. Pilipinas-Universe Pia Wurtzbach went out on a group date, one of Aquino's close friends in the Cabinet told reporters on Wednesday.

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Intel officer denies PNP dinner for soldiers was to divert from Mamasapano mission

The Philippine National Police (PNP) intelligence officer who hosted a dinner party for the military officials operating Maguindanao denied that the event was intended to keep the military in the dark as regards the Mamasapano operation aimed at arresting high-profile terrorists.

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Miriam calls Senate inquiry on Mamasapano an ‘orgy of lies’

The Senate inquiry into the Mamasapano incident was attended by witnesses who didn't tell the whole truth because the media was covering the proceedings, Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago said on Tuesday.

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Palace to let DOJ assess MILF report on Mamasapano clash

Malacañang will let the Department of Justice (DOJ) assess the Moro Islamic Liberation Front's (MILF) report on the January 25 Mamasapano operation, which left over 60 people dead, including 44 elite policemen.

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Olongapo judge preventively suspended over alleged bribery, inefficiency

The Supreme Court has preventively suspended an Olongapo City Regional Trial Court Judge for alleged bribery, inefficiency, and engagement in activities that presented conflict of interest.

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Miriam jokes: ‘Tubig ka ba? Kasi kung ‘di mo ako crush, wala kang taste’

Speaking before employees of water concessionaire Maynilad Wednesday morning, Senator Miriam Defensor dished out water-related jokes worthy to be included in a sequel to her now bestseller "Stupid is Forever" book.

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Cebu archbishop ‘advises’ PNoy: Apology a sign of a great man

It's also a sign of a great man to be sorry when remiss. On this note, Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma on Wednesday advised President Benigno Aquino III: There is nothing wrong in apologizing for the Jan. 25 Mamasapano clash that killed 44 Special Action Force troopers, GMA Cebu reported Wednesday.

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Miriam sees ‘truth distortion’ in MILF claim on Marwan, Usman location

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PNoy avoiding liability by refusing to apologize over Mamasapano incident –Miriam

President Benigno Aquino III refuses to apologize over the Mamasapano incident to avoid civil or criminal liability arising from a confession, Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago said Wednesday.

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PNoy encourages women to take the lead toward economic growth

As the nation celebrates Women’s Month, President Benigno Aquino III encouraged Filipinas to take the lead toward the country’s economic growth.

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Miriam endorses Manny Pangilinan for President, tells public not to vote for celebs

Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago on Wednesday endorsed businessman Manuel "Manny" Pangilinan to be the next president of the country as she urged the public not to vote for celebrities.

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Govt agencies to implement joint initiative on poverty reduction

Government agencies trying to alleviate poverty and spur development are implementing an initiative to fast-track financing programs for poverty reduction.

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Coast Guard warns vs. colorums during Holy Week

Filipinos expected to flock to the provinces for Holy Week were warned Wednesday against boarding colorum or unregistered vessels.

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Ties with VP Binay did not affect BSP deal, says Alphaland president

The president of Alphaland Corp. said his relationship with Vice President Jejomar Binay did not affect the joint venture between the company and the Boy Scouts of the Philippines.

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List of in-demand jobs for fresh grads released by online job portal

JobStreet Marketing Director Yoda Buyco said that employers look for some "semblance of experience" such as internships, part-time jobs, community work, and leadership positions in college organizations.

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Stakeholders support Senate bills that extend maternity leave

Stakeholders on Tuesday, during a Senate Committee on Women, Family Relations and Gender Equality hearing, expressed their support for five Senate bills that seek to extend maternity leave from the current 60 days.

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Bangsamoro Basic Law hearings at Senate to resume April 13 – Sen. Marcos

The Senate hearings on the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law will resume on April 13 after the Holy Week holiday break of the chamber, Senator Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said in a statement on Tuesday.

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Cotabato Archbishop Quevedo bats for ‘constitutional’ Bangsamoro law

Amid the grief and tension from the Jan. 25 Mamasapano clash that killed more than 60 persons, including 44 Special Action Force troopers, a Mindanao archbishop this week urged Congress to pass a "refined" Bangsamoro Basic Law.

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Solons fear return to ‘dark ages’ if SC fails to resolve Comelec-Smartmatic issue

After two automated elections, will the Philippines go back to the “dark ages”? The certainty of holding automated elections next year has been put in peril after the Supreme Court temporarily stopped the Commission on Elections from getting the services of Smartmatic-TIM for the repair and refurbishing of vote-counting machines to be used in the 2016 elections, lawmakers said.

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House panel on BBL asks AFP to investigate alleged MILF camp in Iligan

The chairman of the committee deliberating on the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) in the House of Representatives has asked the Armed Forces of the Philippines to look into allegations that the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) is secretly beefing up its forces by building a training camp in Iligan City.

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WATCH: NPA rebel fumbles with grenade launcher, injures comrades

New People's Army rebels that recently attacked a police precinct in Mati, Davao Oriental weren't only caught on closed-circuit television camera as they tried to sneak on the cops. The video also showed how one of them appeared to fumble his M203 grenade launcher, injuring three of his comrades and possibly killing an already wounded fellow rebel

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WATCH: Hulk Hogan makes his pick between Pacquiao and Mayweather

Even Hulk Hogan has been bitten by the boxing bug, with the WWE legend giving his take on the Manny Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather mega-fight. Who's the Hulkster picking?

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MILF involved in Mamasapano atrocities, viral video, SAF insists

An official of the Philippine National Police' Special Action Force on Tuesday maintained that members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front were indeed part of the alleged "overkill" of police commandos in the Mamasapano incident, including a viral video showing at least one trooper being shot at close range.

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MILF unaware of Marwan, Usman presence due to 'glaring failure of intel', says probe commission

“Glaring failure of intelligence” of two base commands is the reason the Moro Islamic Liberation Front probe commission cited for the MILF's being unaware of the presence in Mamasapano of wanted terrorist bombmakers Zulkifli bin Hir alias Marwan and Abdul Basit Usman.

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Contrary to PNP report, MILF panel says Marwan likely killed at close range lying down

The suspected terrorist Zulkifli bin Hir alias Marwan was most likely killed while he was lying down and at close range instead of in the middle of a firefight as reported by the police's Board of Inquiry, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front's Special Investigative Commission has said in its report.

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Pia Cayetano mulls reopening debate on divorce law

Senator Pia Cayetano, chairman of the Senate Committee on women, family relations and gender equality, on Tuesday said she is open to reopening the debates on measures that would pave way for the enactment of a divorce law.

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PNP, NBI urged to probe attack of Bulacan prosecutor

The National Prosecution Service on Tuesday called on the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) to probe the attack on a city prosecutor from Bulacan.

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LOOK: Official Pacquiao-Mayweather fight poster

The official poster for the May 2 megafight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather has been released.

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PNP receives P12M in private donations for injured troopers, families of Fallen 44

The Philippine National Police on Tuesday said it has received more than P12 million from private donors to be given to the family members of the Special Action Force commandos who died in the January 25 operation in Mamasapano town in Maguindanao.

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SC junks pleas vs. bidding for new PCOS machines

The Supreme Court on Tuesday junked two petitions seeking to stop the Commission on Elections from conducting a public bidding for the purchase of additional and new counting machines for the 2016 national elections.

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SC junks petitions vs. operation, expansion of Payatas landfill

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition seeking to stop the operation and expansion of the Payatas Sanitary Landfill in Quezon City.

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Finance and Foreign Affairs chiefs, Drilon to attend Lee Kuan Yew funeral

Three Philippine government officials will attend the funeral of Singapore’s first prime minister, Lee Kuan Yew on Sunday.

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MILF report: Marwan, Usman were in BIFF territory 2 kms away from MILF area

Suspected terrorists Zulkifli bin Hir alias Marwan and Abdul Basit Usman were encamped in temporary houses at least two kilometers away from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front's stronghold in Barangay Tukanalipao in Mamasapano, the MILF fact-finding report has said.

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SC seeks gov't side on plea vs. K-12

The Supreme Court on Tuesday sought the side of the government regarding a petition to stop Republic Act 10533 or the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, which gave birth to the controversial K-12 Program that added two more years in high school education.

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Solon seeks to raise maximum age of dependents to 23 with K-12 rollout

A lawmaker is seeking to raise the maximum age of dependents of taxpayers from the present 21 years old to 23 for additional exemptions in consideration of the extra two years of learning provided for by the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 or the K to 12 Act.

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Supreme Court seeks CA, AMLC, SEC comments on Binay-linked firm plea

The Supreme Court has ordered the Court of Appeals, the Anti-Money Laundering Council, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Insurance Commission to comment on a petition seeking to stop an assets probe on a Binay-linked bank.

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PNoy urges ‘healthy’ rivalry in politics at lunch for DLSU, ADMU volleyball teams

President Benigno Aquino III on Tuesday called for healthy rivalry in politics during a luncheon he hosted in Malacañang for the volleyballs teams of rivals Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) and De La Salle University (DLSU).

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FULL TEXT: Report of the MILF SIC on the Mamasapano clash

In a nutshell, the MILF Special Investigative Commission found no liability among its fighters for the deaths of the 44 PNP Special Action Force commandos, who were on a mission to neutralize suspected terrorists in what is believed to be MILF territory in Mamasapano on Jan. 25.

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Bong Revilla seeks furlough to attend daughter’s graduation

Detained Senator Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. on Tuesday asked the Sandiganbayan to allow him temporary liberty on March 28 to attend his daughter's high school graduation.

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No overkill by its forces in Mamasapano —MILF commission

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Trillanes misinformed on ‘drinking session’ –Magalong

A ranking police official on Tuesday said Senator Antonio Trillanes IV may have been "misinformed" when he alleged that an unidentified Special Action Force officer went drinking with Army commanders on the night before the January 25 mission in Mamasapano, Maguindanao.

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PHL Army: Additional troops deployed in Mindanao

The Armed Forces of the Philippines has deployed in Mindanao an additional battalion from Samar province as the all-out offensive against the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters continues.

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Witness in Laude slay case positively identifies Pemberton in court

A witness on Tuesday positively identified before court Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton as the last companion of slain Filipino transgender Jeffrey “Jennifer” Laude, a report on “Balitanghali” said.

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SC junks Enrile plea for being ‘moot, academic’

The Supreme Court has denied a petition from Senator Juan Ponce Enrile challenging his suspension by the Sandiganbayan over his supposed involvement in the P10-billion pork barrel fund scam.

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WATCH: apl.de.ap joins Manny Pacquiao on morning run

Black Eyed Peas member apl.de.ap is the latest addition to the list of celebrities who visited Manny Pacquiao during his training for his megafight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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SC stops Comelec-Smartmatic PCOS repair deal

The Supreme Court on Tuesday temporarily stopped the Commission on Elections from getting the services of Smartmatic-TIM for the repair and refurbishing of vote-counting machines to be used in the 2016 elections.

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MILF submits report on Mamasapano incident to Senate

The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) on Tuesday afternoon submitted a copy of its report on the January 25 Mamasapano incident to the Senate.

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2014 Bar exam results out Thursday

The highly anticipated results of the 2014 Bar exams will be released on Thursday, Supreme Court Public Information chief and spokesman Theodore Te announced in a media briefing Tuesday.

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P21M not enough compensation for Jeffrey Laude’s death –lawyer

A prosecution lawyer on Tuesday said P21 million is not enough to compensate for Jeffrey “Jennifer” Laude's death, a report on GMA News TV's “Balitanghali” said.

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SAF chief denies troopers used dead comrades as human shield

The new director of the Philippine National Police' Special Action Force (PNP-SAF) on Tuesday denied portions of the report of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front which indicated that some of the commandos used their fallen colleagues as human shield during the January 25 clash in Mamasapano, Maguindanao.

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Be at ports 3 hours before scheduled trip, Coast Guard tells Holy Week travelers

Filipinos heading to their home provinces for the Holy Week by boat may want to be at ports three hours before the scheduled trip.

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Inflation, workers’ pay still Pinoys’ top concerns – Pulse Asia

Economic issues continue to be of foremost concern to Filipinos, a Pulse Asia survey revealed Tuesday.

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More Pinoys disapprove PNoy govt’s peace, law enforcement efforts after Mamasapano

More Filipinos expressed disapproval toward efforts of President Benigno Aquino III’s administration to promote peace and to enforce the rule of law after the deadly January 25 Mamasapano incident, Pulse Asia survey results showed Tuesday.

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FDA: Firm recalls ferrous sulfate products

Consumers were advised Monday against buying a batch of ferrous sulfate product being voluntarily recalled by its manufacturer.

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Bettor wins P9M in Megalotto draw

A lone bettor bagged P9 million in the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office's Megalotto 6/45 draw Monday night.

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AFP to check report SAF man got Army commanders drunk on eve of Mamasapano op

The military will investigate an allegation made by Senator Antonio Trillanes IV that an unidentified police Special Action Force officer took Army commanders drinking the night before Oplan Exodus, the mission to serve arrest warrants on terrorists hiding in Mamasapano, Maguindanao in January.

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DOTC: Vehicles without license plates apprehended starting April 1

If you get flagged down for driving a vehicle without license plates on April 1, it wouldn’t be an April Fool’s Day prank.

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Floyd Sr. says Freddie Roach is afraid of him in Mayweather's corner

Floyd Mayweather's father and trainer Floyd Sr. has responded to the comments made by Freddie Roach regarding his abilities to work as a cornerman.

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Solons acknowledge House must start deliberations on divorce

Though there’s no guarantee a divorce bill will become law in the 16th Congress, lawmakers agree that the lower chamber should jump-start discussions on the measure amid growing public support for its legalization.

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For Jinggoy, every day is Holy Week: ‘Penitensya doon sa loob, eh’

Unlike last Christmas when he asked for temporary liberty, detained Sen. Jinggoy Estrada has no plans to seek a furlough for Holy Week, saying on Monday that his detention already feels like the yearly penitence required of Catholics.

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Escudero to Trillanes: Don't pit PNP against AFP over Mamasapano clash

Senator Francis Escudero urged his colleague Monday to refrain from pitting the Philippine National Police against Armed Forces of the Philippines.

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Palace: De Lima didn't find PNoy liable for Mamasapano incident

Justice Secretary Leila de Lima did not ascribe criminal liability to President Benigno Aquino III over the botched January 25 Mamasapano operation, Malacañang claimed on Monday.

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Purisima had no intention of veering from PNoy’s orders – lawyer

Resigned PNP chief Director General Alan Purisima had no intention of deviating from the orders of President Benigno Aquino III concerning the PNP-Special Action Force's operation in Mamasapano last Jan. 25, the police offcial's lawyer said Monday.

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Angara: No ‘kiss of death’ but PNoy's endorsement power weaker after Mamasapano

The bloody Mamasapano clash has dragged down more than just President Benigno Aquino III's popularity ratings, it has also weakend his endorsement power, a neophyte senator said Monday

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PNoy to lead 2015 Independence Day rites in Iloilo

For this year, President Benigno Aquino III will lead Independence Day rites in Iloilo province.

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Beggar rests in front of bus, gets run over in Davao City

Taking a rest in front of a bus proved deadly for a disabled beggar in Davao City over the weekend. Jovyl Eran took a breather in front of the bus at QUimpo Boulevard Saturday afternoon but the bus driver did not see him, GMA Davao reported Monday.

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Dismissed PMA Cadet Cudia seeks reversal of SC ruling

Dismissed Cadet Jeff Aldrin Cudia has asked the Supreme Court to reverse its ruling that affirmed his dismissal from the Philippine Military Academy (PMA).

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BOI officials honored by PNP for work on Mamasapano clash report

Officials who made up the Board of Inquiry on the January 25 Mamasapano clash received medals on Monday for "invaluable service" from the Philippine National Police.

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Justice jokes Jinggoy’s bail hearing could take up to two years

Sandiganbayan Justice Roland Jurado on Monday joked that at the rate the bail hearings of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada is going, he won't be surprised that a single witness might take up to two years to finish.

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PNoy says critics out to diminish his endorsement power

President Benigno Aquino III on Monday said his critics are now out to diminish his endorsement power, with over a year before the 2016 national polls.

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Mexican superstar Alvarez 'would be honored' to fight legendary Pacquiao

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez expressed willingness to face Pacquiao in the ring, saying it would be "an honor."

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SWS poll says 3 of 5 Pinoys in favor of legalizing divorce

About three out of five Filipinos or 60 percent favor the legalization of divorce, a new survey by pollster Social Weather Stations showed. SWS, which conducted the survey last Nov. 27 to Dec. 1 but released the results only on Monday, also said there was a rising trend favoring the legalization of divorce.

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Laude kin reject plea bargain, want public prosec out of murder case

The family of slain transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude on Monday denied reports they were willing to enter into a plea bargain deal with US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton that would result in the charge being downgraded to homicide.

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PNoy accuses critics of spreading gossip about his health

President Benigno Aquino III on Monday accused his “persistent critics” of spreading “gossip” about his health.

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Senators stood by report on Mamasapano clash

The leaders of the Senate committees which looked into the bloody Mamasapano clash stood by their report Monday amid the ‘concern’ aired by the Commission on Human Rights.

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Marquez trainer bares gameplan for Pacquiao against Mayweather

Juan Manuel Marquez' Hall of Fame trainer Nacho Beristain has a game plan in mind on how Manny Pacquiao can beat Floyd Mayweather on May 2.

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PHL joins int’l community in mourning the death of Singapore ex-PM Lee Kuan Yew

The Philippines on Monday joined the international community in mourning the passing of Singapore founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew.

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Dangerous cosmetic products still sold online, group laments

Cosmetic products banned by the Philippine Food and Drug Administration are still being sold online, an ecological group warned Sunday.

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PAF's new C-295 lands at Clark Air Base

The first of three new C-295 medium lift aircraft bought under the Philippine Air Force Modernization Program arrived at Clark Air Base in Pampanga on Sunday afternoon, the Armed Forces of the Philippines said.

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Palace: Govt may increase stipends to CCt program beneficiaries to address inflation

The government will review the stipends it gives under its conditional cash transfer program to address the impact of inflation on the purchasing power of beneficiaries, who are from extremely poor households.

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Tyson is picking Pacquiao to win because he's been knocked off the top says Floyd Sr.

Floyd Mayweather's father and trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. has a theory why the big names in boxing like Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. are picking Manny Pacquiao to win on May 2 (May 3 PHL time).

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Pacquiao a bad style for Mayweather says retired hall of fame inductee Mancini

Retired lightweight world champion Ray Mancini is predicting that Manny Pacquiao is capable of surprising Floyd Mayweather when they finally meet on May 2 (May 3 PHL time).

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Mayweather might run from Pacquiao the whole fight says former UFC champ

Former UFC middleweight champion and ONE Championship vice president Rich Franklin thinks that Floyd Mayweather may very well make his fight against Manny Pacquiao a not so exciting affair.

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Solon vows to rein in House ‘circus’ when Mamasapano clash probe resumes

One of the lawmakers leading the House of Representatives investigation into the Mamasapano clash has appealed to his colleagues to observe rules and proper decorum when the hearings resume next month to avoid a "circus-like" atmosphere from prevailing again.

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Solons admit: PNoy can’t be forced to attend House probe on Mamasapano

Administration allies in the House of Representatives have admitted they cannot force President Benigno Aquino III to attend the lower chamber’s investigation into the Mamasapano clash even as they acknowledged his testimony is vital to knowing the truth about the incident.

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CHR ‘concerned’ over some conclusions in Senate report on Mamasapano

A Senate report on a joint-committee investigation into the Mamasapano clash in January was overly emotional, made hasty conclusions, and used terminology that could adversely affect the peace process, Commission on Human Rights chairperson Loretta Ann Rosales said over the weekend.

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2 PAL Express flights canceled due to bad weather

Two domestic flights of Philippine Airlines Express were canceled Sunday afternoon due to bad weather conditions, the Manila International Airport Authority said.

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Palace encourages Pinoys to join Earth Hour 2015 on March 28

Malacañang on Sunday urged Filipinos to take part in the observation of Earth Hour 2015 on March 28 to support efforts to combat climate change.

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MIAA: 2 domestic flights canceled due to bad weather

Two domestic flights of the Cebu Pacific Air were canceled Sunday due to bad weather, the Manila International Airport Authority said.

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Pacquiao gets one day break from training, spends time with family

Manny Pacquiao was given a one day break from training in order to spend some time with his family, who arrived in the United States on Friday night to support the eight-division champion in his fight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. on May 2.

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PHL-born NFL quarterback Tim Tebow visits Manny Pacquiao in training

American football free agent Tim Tebow has paid Manny Pacquiao a visit during his training in Los Angeles for his upcoming megafight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.

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Solon urges CHED, SUCs to offer ‘quick release grants’ to needy college students

A lawmaker has urged the Commission Higher Education (CHED) and the country’s 112 state universities and colleges (SUCs) to establish a financial aid program that would offer immediate assistance to students in dire need of funds to pay for their costs of living and schooling following the suicide of a college freshman in Tuguegarao City.

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Manny gets visit from American quarterback and ‘brother’ Tim Tebow

As he continued preparing for his bout with Floyd Mayweather Jr., Filipino boxing champ and Sarangani Rep. Emmanuel "Manny" Pacquiao got a visit from American quarterback and fellow Christian Tim Tebow.

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CBCP urges youths: Be online peace agents

A Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines official wants youths to use their online social skills to help achieve peace and counter extremism.

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CBCP readies online Visita Iglesia site for OFWs

With many overseas Filipino workers unable to make it home for the Holy Week, the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines is preparing a virtual tour of churches (Visita Iglesia) for them.

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PNP issues travel safety tips as Holy Week exodus nears

The Philippine National Police on Saturday issued travel safety tips to motorists heading to the provinces for the Holy Week.

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Pacquiao undecided about 2016 senatorial bid

Sarangani representative Manny Pacquiao has not decided whether he will run for higher office in 2016.

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Pacquiao kids excited to watch dad fight Mayweather

Manny Pacquiao's children are excited to watch their dad fight the undefeated American boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. on May 2, his wife Jinkee told Balitanghali.

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DepEd stands by K to 12 program, says preps for implementation almost done

The Department of Education defended the impending implementation of the K to 12 program that has been the subject of criticism from the public.

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Gloria Arroyo may seek house arrest due to poor health – lawyer

The camp of former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, now Pampanga representative, is now considering asking the Sandiganbayan to place her under house arrest because of her poor health.

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Ampatuan patriarch's men involved in Mamasapano clash, AFP says

The Armed Forces of the Philippines on Saturday confirmed the involvement of the private armed group of former Maguindanao governor Andal Ampatuan Sr. in a firefight with the Philippine National Police Special Action Force in Mamasapano town in Maguindanao on Jan. 25.

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Congested prison cells pose health risks to prisoners

An unnamed prisoner died in a Zamboanga City due to rising temperatures and cramped conditions in the jail where 60 inmates are squeezed together in a facility made for 20.

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