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Mindanao lawmakers oppose splitting ARMM

COTABATO CITY, Philippines – The region that pushed hard for Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s presidential bid in 2004 is now opposing her move in Congress which, Muslim officials said, could open the door to constitutional amendment.

Arroyo move to convert hacienda hit

BY JP LOPEZ SENATE minority leader Aquilino Pimentel Jr. yesterday denounced the move of the Arroyo family, led by First Gentleman Jose Miguel Arroyo, to convert Hacienda Bacan in Isabela, Negros Occidental, into an industrial estate despite its being placed under the land reform program.

Life after GMA: Cabinet members study options

BY JOCELYN MONTEMAYOR Although they’ve grown accustomed to the place, Cabinet members in the Arroyo administration have prepared their itineraries either by taking a vacation, spending time with their families, resorting to farming or looking after their health. Acting Justice Secretary Alberto Agra said he may return to “lawyering” or pursue further “studies.” He said he is interested to learn about lot of things like accounting and reading of financial statements.

Death toll in Cebu bus accident rises to 21

Most Read News Aquino lays down rules as Arroyo fades into infamy Cebu bus crash kills 20, mostly Iranians Next AFP chief must be senior general–Biazon P1B offered for mansion on Arlegui More RP nurses going to Britain Negros Oriental vice gov takes oath after governor’s death Aquino finds Arroyo numbers hard to believe Death toll in Cebu bus accident rises to 20 Aquino’s cousins learn lessons of life in sorties How Arroyo peace adviser fought office corruption

Sun Life Financial reports fourth quarter and 2009 results

Aquino sister to Sison: Say when, where I met Arroyo, such lie

Most Read News How Binay did it: Chiz, Mar, seniors, frat brods Aquino receives congrats call from Arroyo, feels ‘awkward’ Smoke signals up over Times St., White House US, China, Japan congratulate P-Noy Arroyo to keep tradition, to accompany Aquino to inauguration Purging Arroyo appointments not a good move for Aquino Aquino: June 12 must be immovable holiday Why not parade FG and the Ampatuans? Aquino sister to Sison: Say when, where I met Arroyo, such lie AFP grand send-off parade for GMA set

Arroyo calls for smooth transition of power

Manila: Outgoing Philippine President Gloria Arroyo said she will not present any obstacle to the success of President-elect Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino, adding there will be a smooth transition of power even before she steps down on June 30. In an advertisement published in several newspapers, Arroyo said, “I call on all…

First of the last Gloria hurrahs: P10M Independence Day parade Genuino: I’ll go if told –>

BY REGINA BENGCO THE 112th anniversary of Philippine independence from Spain on Saturday June 12 will be all about President Arroyo and the achievements of her nine-year governance. Deputy presidential spokesman Gary Olivar said Arroyo should be given the chance to flaunt her achievements.

MANUEL VILLAR –> Taal acting up; alert level raised to No. 2

BY RAYMOND AFRICA THE Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) yesterday raised Taal Volcano’s alert level from 1 to 2 after 32 high frequency volcanic earthquakes were detected Monday. The normal number of volcanic earthquakes is between 0 to 5.

Seguis gets back at MILF

MANILA, Philippines—The government panel negotiating peace with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front has disputed the secessionist group’s statement blaming the Arroyo administration for the failure to seal a peace agreement after nine years of negotiations.

MIAA bares improvement projects at NAIA-3

MANILA, Philippines—With less than a month before the end of his tenure in the Arroyo administration, the head of the Manila International Airport Authority said on Tuesday he has been preparing a series of projects to improve services at the country’s premiere gateway. MIAA general manager Melvin Matibag said projects towards the full operation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 in eight months’ time have been underway…

Arroyo’s SWS rating turns from ‘bad’ to ‘very bad’ Villar raises specter of ‘Gloriaquino’ –>

BY REGINA BENGCO BARELY three more months before she steps down from the presidency, President Arroyo’s net satisfaction rating registered a new low of –53, according to the March 19-22 Social Weather Stations survey.

Mike Arroyo discharged from hospital, told to lose weight

MANILA, Philippines – (UPDATE) First Gentlemen Miguel ‘Mike’ Arroyo left St. Luke’s Hospital in Taguig City around noon Wednesday with strict instructions from his doctors to lose weight

PNP chief to retiring police officers: Quit your posts

MANILA, Philippines—To further insulate the police force from partisan politics, Philippine National Police Director General Jesus Verzosa ordered all unit commanders who are set to retire from April 15 to June 30 to relinquish their posts. In a directive obtained by the…

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