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Hontiveros Presses Bucor Officials On ‘Hospital Staycation Scam’

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

"Hospitals are not hotels for convicted druglords." Akbayan Senator Risa Hontiveros took to task officials from the Bureau of Corrections and the Philippine National Police...

PH Improving Market Access To Russia, Envoy Says

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

Philippine Ambassador to Russia Carlos Sorreta said the government is working “aggressively” to improve the Philippines' market access to Russia, particularly on agricultural products. “Our...

PH, Japan Beef Up Cooperation In 1st Defense Industry Forum

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

The Philippines and Japan renewed cooperation in the field of defense during the first Philippines-Japan Defense Industry Forum held in Taguig City. “The inaugural Philippines-Japan...

Palace: De Lima Getting Fair Public Trial

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

Detained Senator Leila de Lima, is precisely getting a “fair public trial, as due process requires”, Malacañang said. Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo made this comment...

DND: PAF Needs Choppers With Heavy-Lift Capability

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

There is an ongoing requirement for the Philippine Air Force (PAF) to acquire a helicopter with heavy-lift capability, which will be used for its...

Marcos Asks Gov’t To Accelerate Land Titling In Marawi

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

Senator Imee Marcos urged the government to speed up the titling of lands for displaced residents of Marawi City to address the delay in...

Solon Wants Medical License Of BuCor Doctor Canceled

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

Senator Risa Hontiveros called for the cancelation of the medical license of New Bilibid Prison (NBP) Hospital medical officer Ursicio Cenas due to unprofessional...

‘Greater Level’ Of PH-Russia Ties Seen

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

Ties between the Philippines & Russia are expected to be even closer following President Rodrigo Duterte’s trip to Moscow and Sochi this week. Duterte said...

Senate Panel Proposes Greater ‘Police Visibility’ In Schools

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

A joint Senate panel on Wednesday recommended increased police visibility inside schools, strict monitoring of student activities within and outside school premises, and the...

Solon: Deputize PNP Against Undocumented Foreign Workers

Society Magazine - October 5, 2019

Amid the reported influx of undocumented foreign workers in the country, a ranking House member on Thursday urged the government to deputize members of...