Cortez underscored that the police’s implementation of the warrant of arrest was illegal and the so-called pieces of evidence were “fruits of the poisonous tree which cannot be used as evidence in Court.”
“Instead of scrambling for diplomatic assurances from conflict zones, the government should be investing massively in community-based mini-hydro power plants, and installing solar facilities on one million or more rooftops nationwide.”
“As early as now, we should start rationing so we can extend it (the country’s oil supply) from 51 days to another 90 days or even longer, if possible,” Protect chairperson Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said.
“We earnestly pray for peace in the Middle East and the world. May God purify the world of all violence, greed, and misuse of power that bring suffering and death to many. Let us pray to the Lord,” the first part of the suggested intention says.
Manuel and Eden Alcaraz chose to take their scooter instead of their car to seven churches around Quezon City this Good Friday. “Our fuel costs would be significantly lower. God would understand,” Eden said.
Towns in the Philippines are declaring a state of calamity over fuel shortages and energy crisis brought about by the US/Israel attacks against Iran.
“Josephine and Ma. Luisa are not, and never will be, criminals. They are development workers who have devoted their lives to uplifting marginalized communities. They lead their families and communities in demanding accountability from the State, after what happened to their loved ones,” Palabay emphasized.
A 33-page complaint was filed with the country’s Office of the Ombudsman on Tuesday by a group that identified themselves as “concerned Department of Health (DoH) personnel,” accusing health secretary Ted Herbosa and 16 other officials of graft and of serious dishonesty.
Journalist Kim Quitasol said that she feels bad for the small businesses affected by reduced tourist arrivals. “There is now less income for the vegetable vendors, transient house operations, souvenir sellers at our tourist spots,” she added.
Catholics in the predominantly Christian country developed meals and snacks that are without meat or seafood, in keeping with the spirit of abstinence that should be the prevailing mood of the occasion. Regions of the Philippines have their own favorites, and here are some of them.
