 Vote for Puerto Princesa now!!
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light…” (1 Peter 2:9, the Holy Bible).
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VOTE FOR PUERTO PRINCESA NOW! For those who wish to see the Puerto Princesa Underground River in Palawan to be named as one of the “New Seven Wonders of Nature” by November 1... Continue reading ...
PNoy must go after other tax evaders
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… The Father and I are one…” (the Lord Jesus Christ, in John 10:30, the Holy Bible).
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PNOY MUST GO AFTER OTHER TAX EVADERS: Filipinos certainly welcome the issuance of warrants of arrest by the Court of Tax Appeals during the last few days against rich and influential persons who fraudulently avoid paying taxes, and many are starting to believe that the government, under President Aquino, is r... Continue reading ...
ILO warns of wars and famines
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings…” (1 Peter 5:8-9, the Bible).
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BIGGEST MEDIA EVENT IN ASIA: An international media summit to be held in Boracay Island, from December 8 to 1... Continue reading ...
Praying and Bible-reading for the dead, II
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast...” (Ephesians 2:8-9, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
PRAYING AND BIBLE-READING FOR THE DEAD, PART II: Bob Gabuna, a member of the Internet group “seachlight”, raised interesting points about our column on the Bible’s 1 Peter 3:19 and 1 Peter 4:6,... Continue reading ...
Tag on Mindanao campaign irrelevant
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… For God so loved the world, He gave His only begotten Son, so that whoever believes in Him will not perish, but will have everlasting life…” (John 3:16, the Holy Bible).
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FILIPINOS NEED MORE THAN PRAYING: It is nice to see President Aquino encouraging Filipinos to pray harder during these troubled times, but then we need more than prayers now, in much the same way that, as the Bible said in J... Continue reading ...
Praying and Bible reading for the dead
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship…” (Romans 12:1, the Holy Bible). -ooo- RESURRECTION OF JESUS, AS FIRST GLORIOUS MYSTERY: After the “Sorrowful Mysteries”, the “Glorious Mysteries” in the... Continue reading ...
INC’s Eduardo V. Manalo: God-directed
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart...” (Hebrews 4:12, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
PERSON TO PERSON MENTORING FOR INC EXECUTIVE MINISTER: As Iglesia Ni Cristo Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo celebrates his 56th birthday on October 31, 2011,... Continue reading ...
Manila inmates decry slow trial
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God maybe thoroughly equipped for every good work...” (2 Timothy 3:16-17, the Bible).
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WHERE IS WANING? Ok, the AFP has taken over a supposed encampment of around 100 outlaws led by Waning Abdusalam of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in Payao, Zamboanga Sibuga... Continue reading ...
Cebu Pacific offers Internet check-in
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ…” (Ephesians 5:19-20, the Holy Bible).
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WHY IS THE MILITARY AVOIDING BASILAN? The barber regularly cutting my hair from UP Diliman, Quezon City, has a pungent question on the on-going military bombardment of Zamboanga Sibugay to flush out lawless groups... Continue reading ...
Mike A, Gen. Lim, AFP bombs & P10 B fund
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding...” (Proverbs 9:10, the Holy Bible).
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WHY ARE THE BOMBS FALLING IN ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY AND NOT BASILAN? And so, the Philippine Air Force and the Armed Forces of the Philippines are now dropping bombs to pulverize a suspected hideout of a breakaway faction of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front in a r... Continue reading ...
Next Catholic Pope is a Filipino?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ…” (Galatians 6:2, the Holy Bible).
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NEXT CATHOLIC POPE IS A FILIPINO? Filipinos who would like to see a Filipino pope of the Roman Catholic Church someday could very well start praying hard and aspiring to be holy and rabid followers of the Bible to make this dream come true, especially because there seems to be a mo... Continue reading ...
Next Catholic Pope is a Filipino?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ…” (Galatians 6:2, the Holy Bible).
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NEXT CATHOLIC POPE IS A FILIPINO? Filipinos who would like to see a Filipino pope of the Roman Catholic Church someday could very well start praying hard and aspiring to be holy and rabid followers of the Bible to make this dream come true, especially because there seems to be a mo... Continue reading ...
AFP officers to be court-martialed?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…A person finds joy in giving an apt reply— and how good is a timely word!” (Proverbs 15:23, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
AFP OFFICERS TO BE COURT-MARTIALED RE: BASILAN BLOODBATH? The 7 p.m. network news aired by government-run FM radio station DWBR on Saturday, October 22, 2011, carried one item that could excite “military adventurism” once more.
This was the news that the Aquino government is studyin... Continue reading ...
Treachery and treason in Basilan?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…`I desire to do your will, my God; your law is within my heart’…” (Psalm 40:8, the Holy Bible).
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TREACHERY AND TREASON IN BASILAN? There is something about treachery and treason that disturbs many people over the killing of 19 officers and men of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in Basilan by members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF).
Media reports say that in its website, the... Continue reading ...
Pinoy bastardos and bastardas
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me...” (Psalm 51:12, the Holy Bible).
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MANY LEADERS WILL SHARE GADAFFI’S INGLORIOUS END: The ignominious death of Moammar Gadaffi is tragic, not because of the violence that attended it, but because of his surprising disability to understand that death is surely going to come to him someday, and make him account for ev... Continue reading ...
Better approach to peace in Mindanao
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart…” (Psalm 37:4, the Holy Bible).
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BETTER APPROACH TO PEACE IN MINDANAO: Now, which approach is really better in finding peace in Mindanao? The Joseph Estrada approach, or the Noynoy Aquino approach? All-out war, or pursuing peace talks? How about the Tingting-Peping Cojuangco approach---that of pursuing projects to spur e... Continue reading ...
Curses of madness, confusion of mind in RP
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord…” (Psalm 27:14, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
SC WARNING VS. ARMM OIC APPOINTEES: The warning by Court Administrator Jose Midas Marquez, who is also the spokesman of the Supreme Court, is correct: the Aquino government must not appoint, yet, any officers-in-charge at the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) even if the tribunal... Continue reading ...
20% medicine discount to oldies waylaid
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…The LORD confides in those who fear him; he makes his covenant known to them. My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare...” (Psalm 25:14-15, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
WORD WAR GETS UGLIER BY THE DAY: The word war between Malacanang and the Supreme Court is getting worse by the day. Now, Court Administrator and Spokesman Jose Midas Marquez has become bolder, saying ... Continue reading ...
Media’s role in reforming people
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer...” (Psalm 19:14, the Holy Bible).
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GLOBAL MEDIA FORUM & 16TH NATIONAL PRESS CONGRESS IN BORACAY: The Global Media Forum (GMF) and the 16th National Press Congress (16th NPC) scheduled for December 8-10, 2011, in Boracay Island, was launched on Saturday, October 15, 2011, at the Cell... Continue reading ...
PNoy-FM Jr. word war: RP leaders, no good
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… `How great you are, Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears’...” (2 Samuel 7:22, the Holy Bible).
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WORD WAR SHOWS NO LEADER CAN HELP RP: The word war between President Aquino and Sen. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is a good opportunity for all Filipinos to see that, really, there is no leader in this country who can help, or who has... Continue reading ...
Fighting corruption with spirituality BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will...” (Romans 12:2, the Holy Bible). -ooo- EIGHT-POINT AGENDA NO DIFFERENT FROM PREVIOUS OMBUDSMAN PLANS: The eight-point agenda of Ombudsm... Continue reading ...
Prayers for warring gov’t leadersBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… `For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, `plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future’…” (Jeremiah 29:11, the Holy Bible). -ooo- BROADCASTERS’ INSTITUTE OPENS: BATAS INTERNET TV is now opening its “broadcasters’ institute”, and is inviting people interested to become radio-TV journalists to join the institute, and ... Continue reading ...
Letter-writing as legal practice
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own…” (Matthew 6:34, the Holy Bible).
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LETTER-WRITING AS LEGAL PRACTICE: Lawyer Estelito Mendoza, former Solicitor General, former Secretary of Justice and former Pampanga governor, may have opened a novel, even if quite unorthodox and unusual, way of getting the attention of judges an... Continue reading ...
SC: bring out Mendoza letter in PAL row
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… maintain justice in the courts…” (Amos 5:15, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
WE MUST WAIT FOR SC EN BANC RULING ON PAL ROW: The better part of prudence now is for all of us to await the decision that the Supreme Court’s 15 justices---the so-called en banc, or full court---will ultimately issue on the case against business tycoon Lucio Tan’s Philippine Air Lines (PAL) by the Flight Attendants and Ste... Continue reading ...
Veterans: is this the way to treat them?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise. Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails...” (Proverbs 19:20-21, the Holy Bible).
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ABAD’S PROPOSAL RE: VETERANS’ PAY CALLOUS: Callous, and a product of an ingrate mind. That’s how I view the proposal of Budget Secretary Florencio B. Abad for the Aqui... Continue reading ...
Pag-asa’s bad news; incompetence on PPP
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…`It is the Lord your God you must follow, and him you must revere. Keep his commands and obey him; serve him and hold fast to him’…” (Deuteronomy 13:4 of the Holy Bible).
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PAG-ASA’S BAD NEWS ON RAINS, FLOODS: PAG-ASA (or the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration), has bad news for all of us: there will be more severe rains between now until the ... Continue reading ...
Questions for DBP re: Ongpin loans
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…`I, even I, am the Lord, and apart from me there is no savior. I have revealed and saved and proclaimed---I, and not some foreign god among you. You are my witnesses,’ declares the Lord, `that I am God’…” (Isaiah 43:11-212, the Holy Bible).
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BULACAN CLASS SUIT USELESS: The filing of a class suit against the National Power Corporation by residents of still-flooded Bulacan towns will not real... Continue reading ...
Movement vs. calamities from rains, floods, winds
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water…” (Psalm 63:1, the Holy Bible).
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FLOODING AGGRAVATING WORLD PROBLEM ON FOOD: This is a greatly disturbing news from Yahoo, which came out on October 8, 2011: “Massive floods have ravaged vast swathes of Asia's rice bowl, threatening to fu... Continue reading ...
Brillantes and premature disclosures
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD himself, is the Rock eternal...” (Isaiah 26:4, the Holy Bible).
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PAG-ASA CONFIRMS BIBLICAL WARNING VS. FLOODS: “PAG-ASA warns of more floods, landslides” was the headline of the Philippine Star last Friday, October 7, 2011. Our weather bureau may not know it but, it is actually confirming a Biblical verse quoting Jesus, our God and Savior, in... Continue reading ...
More OFWs deployed, more dollar earnings came for RP
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Righteousness exalts a nation, and sin is a disgrace to any people…” (Proverbs 14:34, the Holy Bible). -ooo- PNOY’S GOOD IMAGE HELPING OFWs A LOT: The good image and positive perception being enjoyed by President Aquino among the members of the international community are the principal reasons why the ... Continue reading ...
Inevitable judgment day for Arroyos
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring...” (Proverbs 27:1, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
HEARING THE WORD OF GOD, A LIFE AND DEATH EXPERIENCE: Just what exactly happens when someone hears the Word of God---or the chapters and verses from the Bible---maybe impossible to determine right away, but to someone who owns cellphone number 09322701764 from Pampanga, it can spell the dif... Continue reading ...
Gov’t disaster response and the Bible
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead…” (1 Peter 1:3, the Holy Bible).
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OTHER DIMENSIONS IN NATURAL CALAMITIES: Yes, President Aquino is correct. The Philippines has to greatly improve its disaster response mechanism because more devastating and more d... Continue reading ...
“We have been warned…”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe…” (Proverbs 29:25, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
“WE HAVE BEEN WARNED…”: Yes, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is correct. Global warming and climate change are behind the massive rains, floods and strong winds that have been bringing death and damage to our country. But then, how did global warming and climate... Continue reading ...
Rotarians as miracle workers, Part III
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… The Father and I are one…” (Jesus Christ, in John 10:30, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS AS MIRACLE WORKERS, PART III: This is the third installment of the speech entitled “Rotarians as miracle workers for service above self” which I delivered during the “Governor’s Visit and Fellowship for Service Above Self and Four Way Test” of the Rotary Club of Intramuros, District 3810, last Thurs... Continue reading ...
Rotarians as miracle workers, Part II
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ…” (Philippians 1:9-10, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS AS MIRACLE WORKERS FOR SERVICE ABOVE SELF, II: Here is the second part of the speech I delivered during the “Governor’s Visit and Fellowship ... Continue reading ...
Rotarians as miracle workers, Part I
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends…” (The Lord Jesus Christ, in John 15:13, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS AS MIRACLE WORKERS FOR SERVICE ABOVE SELF: I delivered a speech during the “Governor’s Visit and Fellowship for Service Above Self and Four Way Test” of the Rotary Club of Intramuros, District 3810 of Rotary International, last Thursday, Se... Continue reading ...
The truth on RP prostitution?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: … “The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit…” (1 Corinthians 2:14, the Holy Bible).
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WHO IS TELLING THE TRUTH ON RP PROSTITUTION---ENRILE, LACSON OR THOMAS? So, can Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile and Senator Panfilo Lacson tell us, are they ... Continue reading ...
Good news re: rains, floods, winds
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well...” (Jesus Christ, in Matthew 6:33, the Holy Bible).
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THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT RAINS, FLOODS AND STRONG WINDS: Did you notice how the rains and the floods and the strong winds, especially those generated by Typhoon Pedring (or Nesat), are becoming more widespread and more destructive nowadays? Th... Continue reading ...
“Touching lives, improving communities”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age…” (Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS URGED: “SHOW AND TELL”: Today, I yield this space to a part of the speec... Continue reading ...
Antidote vs. suicidal tendencies
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATION: “…My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One…” (1 John 2:1, the Holy Bible).
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FILIPINOS GETTING TO BE SUICIDES? Here’s a very disturbing news from the police beat: nine men committed suicide last Sunday, 25 September 2011.
From police records, the suicides were identified as Harold Gl... Continue reading ...
Biblical basis of economic crunch
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” Hebrews 10:35-36
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BIBLICAL BASIS OF WORLD ECONOMIC CRUNCH: All preparations of the Aquino government to cushion the impact of recession will mean nothing if it does not take into account that there is something Biblical in the proje... Continue reading ...
Fight vs. budget cut in education flawed
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope...” (Romans 5:3-4, the Holy Bible).
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FIGHT VS. BUDGET IN EDUCATION CUT FLAWED: The fight against budget cuts for state universities and colleges (SUCs) continues to ignore one basic flaw in the management of these government educational institut... Continue reading ...
Of lady golfers & PNoy’s “star”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God…” (Romans 15:7, the Holy Bible).
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LADY GOLFERS WELCOME, TOO! Attention, lady golfers: you, too, can join the “First President’s Cup Golf Tournament” of the Rotary Club of Intramuros, which will be held on October 8, 2011, starting at 6:30 in the morning, at the Club Intramuros Golf Course in Intramuros, ... Continue reading ...
“Parental failure” killed the boys!
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all...” (2 Corinthians 13:14, the Holy Bible).
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“PARENTAL FAILURE” KILLED THE BOYS: The real issue in the fatal shooting of a 16 year old boy by his 13 year old “special male friend” inside the SM Mall in San Fernando City, Pampanga is “parental failure”, or the evident i... Continue reading ...
Rotary golf tournament draws support
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Be glad, people of Zion, rejoice in the Lord your God, for he has given you the autumn rains because he is faithful. He sends you abundant showers, both autumn and spring rains, as before…” (Joel 2:23, the Holy Bible).
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SUPPORT POURS FOR ROTARY GOLF TOURNAMENT: I wish to thank, at this point, the many individuals who are now starting to pour their help for the “First President’s Cup” o... Continue reading ...
COCOPEA and schools as business
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Do no let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen…” (Ephesians 4:29, the Holy Bible).
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PRIVATE SCHOOLS ARE BUSINESSES, AFTER ALL: The “Statement of Concern on House Bill 4791” issued by the Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations or COCOPEA, lambasting a propose... Continue reading ...
News headlines & Biblical warnings
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others...” (Philippians 2:3-4, the Holy Bible).
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TODAY’S HEADLINES FULFILL BIBLICAL PROPHECIES: Many will call it pure coincidence, but it appears eerie to me that many of the headlines in our newspapers today, here and... Continue reading ...
New SC appointee: good shift
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom...” (James 3:13, the Holy Bible).
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BERNABE TO SC: GOOD SHIFT FOR JUDICIARY: The appointment of the youthful Court of Appeals Justice Estela Perlas Bernabe to the Supreme Court signifies a good shift for the judiciary---young justices could only mean fresh and invigorating ... Continue reading ...
Dengue vaccine from RP out in 2 years
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them...” (1 John 4:16, the Holy Bible).
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DENGUE VACCINE FROM RP OUT IN TWO YEARS: In two years’ time, the Philippines will be able to come out with a vaccine that will take dengue out as a fatal disease in the country, a doctor who is a top official of the National Committee on Urb... Continue reading ...
Gold greater than `Yamashita’ here in RP? BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind…” (Philippians 2:1-2, the Holy Bible). -ooo- G... Continue reading ...
RA 9344: work of unthinking lawmakers and president
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord…” (Ephesians 6:4, the Holy Bible).
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RA 9344: WORK OF UNTHINKING LAWMAKERS AND PRESIDENT: Republic Act 9344, or the Juvenile Justice Law, is one example of a law that was enacted by our congressmen, senators and the president who signed it, without any one of them really ... Continue reading ...
Did Mike and Al need a Moner?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4, the Holy Bible).
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HAVE OUR SHIP CAPTAINS TAKEN UP MANAGEMENT COURSES ALREADY? So, Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz is saying the government “has formally informed” the European Commission of the supposed corrective measures to improve Filipino seamen’s training, but the question remains: have Filipino seamen, especially... Continue reading ...
Senate Bill 2865 is an abortion law
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth…” (Psalm 121:1-2, the Holy Bible).
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More 9/11 tragedies to hit US cities
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you...” (Isaiah 46:4, the Holy Bible).
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MORE 9/11 TRAGEDIES TO HIT US CITIES: Much have already been said of the 9/11 tragedy that struck the US 10 years ago, but let me reiterate my position here that 9/11 was a punishment from God, on account of ... Continue reading ...
RP to lose US $1.4 B yearly from IMO rule
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Teach the older men to be temperate, worthy of respect, self-controlled, and sound in faith, in love and in endurance...” (Titus 2:2, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
RP TO LOSE US $ 1.4 B AS SHIP CAPTAINS LOSE THEIR JOBS: The Philippines will lose an estimated US$1.4 billion yearly in salaries of its ship captains who face separation from their employment with international seafaring vessels and ships, o... Continue reading ...
Yes, it is Gen. Bartolome, after all!
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground…” (Psalm 143:10, the Holy Bible).
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IT’S GEN. BARTOLOME, AS I TOLD YOU IT WILL BE: And so, once again, may I congratulate Gen. Nicanor Bartolome for his appointment as the director general of the Philippine National Police (PNP), starting Friday, September 9, 2011, to replace the retiring Gen. Raul B... Continue reading ...
LRT, MRT subsidies needed by all Pinoys
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ...” (Colossians 1:28, the Holy Bible).
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LRT, MRT SUBSIDIES NEEDED: The reason being advanced by the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) to justify the collection of higher fares for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and Metro Rail Transit (MRT) sy... Continue reading ...
Bigger scandal in land row
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Jesus replied, `Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them’… (John 14:23, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS TO HELP FIGHT CHILD BLINDNESS: Rotarians from District 3810 of Rotary International (RI) will help in implementing the “Sight For A Child” Program by selecting public schools in their respective areas of jurisdiction wher... Continue reading ...
.5M children go blind in RP every year
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age….” (Matthew 28:18-20, the Holy Bible).
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Bleak 2011 Christmas for RP seen
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus. Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us…” (2 Timothy 1:13-14, the Holy Bible).
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BLEAK 2011 CHRISTMAS FOR RP SEEN: Credit Suisse, the Swiss financial services firm, just made Christmas 2011 very bleak for Filipinos with its forecast... Continue reading ...
MMDA raps TRO vs. smoking ban
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…This is what the Lord says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: `I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go’...” (Isaiah 48:17, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARY GOLF TOURNAMENT COUNTDOWN BEGINS: The countdown for the October 8, 2011 golf tournament of the Rotary Club of Intramuros has begun, and it is just a mere 34 days to go before the tourn... Continue reading ...
Hell and man’s rejection of God
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
AGONY OF JESUS, AS THE FIRST SORROWFUL MYSTERY: After the Joyful Mysteries and the Mysteries of Light, the Holy Rosary of Roman Catholic Christians deal with the so-called “Sorrowful Mysteries”, which depict the parts of the life of Jesus that culminate in His death on the cross.
The first of these “Sorrowful Mysteries” is the “Agony of Jesus”, which is the story of Jesus agonizing at his impending crucifixion and death on th... Continue reading ...
Tourists as objects of business?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it….” (Proverbs 22:6, the Holy Bible).
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TOURISTS AS OBJECTS OF BUSINESS? OH WELL!!! I couldn’t agree more to what newly-installed Tourism Secretary Ramon Reyes Jimenez Jr. laid out as plans to attract more tourists to the Philippines. Indeed, there is a need to “sell the Philippines” and promote ... Continue reading ...
Is Comelec’s legal chief worth crying for?
BY ATY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker; for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care. Today, if only you would hear his voice…” (Psalm 95:6-7, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
IS RAFANAN WORTH CRYING FOR? Is lawyer Ferdinand Rafanan, the ousted legal chief of the Commission on Elections (Comelec), worth crying for? Apparently yes, i... Continue reading ...
Useless Senate inquiries
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household…” (Ephesians 2:19, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
SO, IS KABAYAN NOLI LIABLE OR NOT? So, what is really the truth---is Kabayan Noli De Castro liable or not for the illegal release of some P12 billion to Globe Asiatique? Who between Sen. Sergio Osmena III, who is not a lawyer and who said ... Continue reading ...
The problem that is Lito Alvarez
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus…” (Galatians 3:28, the Holy Bible).
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THE PROBLEM THAT IS LITO ALVAREZ: If you try to read between the lines, it would seem that Customs Commissioner Angelito Alvarez is being replaced because he has become really effective in pursuing his campaign against smugglers, both in ... Continue reading ...
DOJ: instill fear of God among fiscals
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Jesus answered, `The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent…” (John 6:29, the Holy Bible).
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US RAINS, FLOODS AND WINDS, PREDICTED IN THE BIBLE: Hurricane Irene was such a big news in the United States precisely because it was a storm so big and so powerful and strong which, media reports said, Americans experienced for the first time.
With Irene came unparalleled rains, flo... Continue reading ...
Questions for Pia, Mirriam & Bongbong
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you...” (Isaiah 26:3, the Holy Bible).
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QUESTIONS FOR PIA, MIRRIAM & BONGBONG ON RH BILL: Pia Cayetano, Mirriam Santiago and Ferdinand Marcos Jr. should really explain why, in their desire to push the passage of the Reproductive Health Bill, they would be willing to divert billions of pesos in government funds... Continue reading ...
UV students and “possession”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others...” (Romans 12:4-5, the Holy Bible).
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HOW TO FIGHT “DEMON POSSESSION”: Demon possession, as reported to have seized 10 high school students of the University of the Visayas over the weekend, is a curse whic... Continue reading ...
Rotarians named as “environment protectors”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… do not destroy… trees by putting an ax to them, because you can eat their fruit. Do not cut them down. Are the trees people, that you should besiege them?” (Deuteronomy 20:19, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS NAMED AS ENVIRONMENT PROTECTORS: Now, Rotarians from all over the 10 districts of Rotary International (RI) in the Philippines can participate more effectively and meaningfully in... Continue reading ...
New mysteries in the Holy Rosary
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LUMINOUS MYSTERIES START WITH BAPTISM OF JESUS: After the Joyful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary of the Roman Catholic Christians, the Mysteries of Light, or the so-called Luminous Mysteries, come next, to narrate another aspect of the life of Jesus Christ starting from His baptism to the Institution of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper.
Significantly, the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John all contain an account of the baptism of ... Continue reading ...
Pinoys in Libya need our prayers
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them…” (The Lord Jesus, in Matthew 18:19-20, the Bible).
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PINOYS IN LIBYA SUFFERING GOD’S CURSES: Once again, Filipinos have found themselves suffering the curses promised by God to those who no longer t... Continue reading ...
“Rotarians to partner with communities worldwide”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?” (Romans 8:32, the Holy Bible).
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NEW ROTARY INT’L PRESIDENT JOINS RP FETE: It was an overflow crowd of Rotarians from six of 10 Rotary International (RI) districts from the Philippines that greeted RI President Elect Sakuji Tanaka and his wife, K... Continue reading ...
“The RH Bill is all about money”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me---a prayer to the God of my life...” (Psalm 42:8, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
“THE RH BILL IS ALL ABOUT MONEY”: A guy calling himself “Gerry Saudi DZME-EP”, a fellow member of mine in three Facebook groups, posted an article entitled “The RH Bill is all about making money” last Sunday, August 21, 2011. His thesis: many, including ... Continue reading ...
Questions for Dragon Boat team
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Jesus said, `If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free’…” (The Lord Jesus Christ in John 8:31-32, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
QUESTIONS FOR THE DRAGON BOAT FEDERATION: I have some questions for the Philippine Dragon Boat Federation. I hope the officials and members of the team would be able to answer them, for the sake of truth and... Continue reading ...
The birth and presentation of Jesus
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
BIRTH OF JESUS IN THE MANGER: Easily one of the most fondly-remembered events in the Bible is now immortalized as the third Joyful Mystery in the Roman Catholic Christians’ Holy Rosary, and this is the birth of Jesus Christ.
Mainly because the event augurs good tidings and happy cheers as it ushers in gift-giving and camaraderie among believers worldwide, the birth of Jesus Christ has become one of the cornerstones of the Catholic Chr... Continue reading ...
New Rotary President coming to RP
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain…” (Philippians 1:21, the Holy Bible).
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NEXT ROTARY INTERNATIONAL PREXY, WIFE, COMING TO RP: Sakuki Tanaka, the president of Rotary International for Rotary Year of 2012-2013, and his wife, Kyoko, are arriving in the Philippines on Monday, 22 August 2011, to grace the 25th anniversary of the Rotary Community Corps (RCC), a Rotary-organized associatio... Continue reading ...
Manipulations in the fight vs. dengue?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But, `Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.’ For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends...” (2 Corinthians 10:17-18, the Holy Bible).
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MANIPULATIONS IN THE FIGHT VS. DENGUE? Does the name “Dr. Metodio A. Palaypay, M.D.” sound familiar to you? If you will tell me no, it is not familiar to you, I would not take it against you for that ... Continue reading ...
Gen. Bartolome is next PNP chief
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God...” (2 Corinthians 7:1, the Holy Bible).
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GEN. BARTOLOME IS NEXT PNP CHIEF: It is now final: two-star Police General Nicanor Bartolome, currently the deputy director of the Philippine National Police (PNP), has already been cho... Continue reading ...
Real story in Arroyo-chopper case?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord…” (Romans 14:8, the Holy Bible).
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BEST WISHES FOR KOKO PIMENTEL: Just exactly what can a senator do to concretely promote justice, freedom and peace, if he has barely two years to serve? I really don’t know, considering that many other senators have been unable to do anythi... Continue reading ...
Rotary Int’l historical first?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation. Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me...” (Revelation 3:14, 20, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
UNSOLICITED ADVICE ON MUSLIM SUB-STATE: Here’s one piece of unsolicite... Continue reading ...
New tack in fighting floods and calamities
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
AQUINO GOV’T LINES UP IMPRESSIVE PROJECTS FOR DISASTER CONTROL: The projects being lined up by the Aquino government for flood control and the prevention or mitigation of death and destruction arising from natural calamities for 2012 are impressive alright, because they show the determination of the administration to help our people when natural calamities strike.
Of course, the P21.8 billion budget for these projects is not ... Continue reading ...
Remembering Jesus thru the Rosary
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
PRAYING OF THE ROSARY IS BIBLE-BASED: Roman Catholic Christians practice the praying of the Holy Rosary, which is something that is balked at by other Christians on the argument that praying the Rosary is paganistic in origin.
I did some reading on the matter, and indeed, there is nothing in the Holy Bible that says Christians should pray the Rosary, as there is even no mention of the Rosary in any pages of that Book.
But when one looks at... Continue reading ...
Where will PCSO bring its millions?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches…” (Psalm 119:14, the Holy Bible).
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ARE GMA MEDICAL BULLETINS PREPARATION FOR US TRIP? Is it possible that doctors treating former President Arroyo are just making up their medical bulletins and assessments of her condition to enable her to leave for a hospital in the United States, and then proceed to Portugal for a political... Continue reading ...
RP elections controlled by “operators”?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…maintain justice in the courts…” (Amos 5:15, the Holy Bible).
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RP ELECTIONS CONTROLLED BY “OPERATORS”? News reports are quoting Justice Secretary Leila De Lima as saying a lawyer and his son are known “election operators” in the country, a phrase which literally means they can make miracles for candidates during election time---make them win, or lose, obviously if the price is ... Continue reading ...
Questions for PAGCOR re Lu Chu Ben
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows...” (Luke 12:6-7, the Holy Bible).
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QUESTIONS FOR PAGCOR RE: LU CHU BEN: The question that officials of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) should answer now is this: if they already knew that Singaporean Lu Chu Ben is the leader of a foreign gambling syndicate victimizing casinos worldwide, how come PAGCOR still allowed ... Continue reading ...
London street riots: end of the world
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… For the LORD takes delight in his people; he crowns the humble with victory…” (Psalm 149:4, the Holy Bible).
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LONDON STREET ANARCHY AND THE END OF THE WORLD: Let us not miss the real significance of the unprecedented rioting, looting, violence and anarchy gripping the streets of London’s biggest cities pitting the young against the old, the rich against the poor, and London’s white race ... Continue reading ...
Famine, hunger to follow US downgrade
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. Serve the Lord with fear and celebrate his rule with trembling…” (Psalm 2:10-11, the Holy Bible).
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US CREDIT DOWNGRADE TO CAUSE WORLDWIDE HUNGER AND FAMINE: Now, let us see: what is going to be the net effect of the historic US credit downgrade on all of us? Hunger and famine, that is what, considering that the downgrade, de... Continue reading ...
“Start economic projects in Mindanao now”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…All your words are true; all your righteous laws are eternal…” (Psalm 119:160, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
ABANDONMENT OF MILF SECESSIONIST OBJECTIVES MAKE JAPAN MEETING GOOD: Now that it is clear that the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) is no longer trying to secede from the Republic---with its officials saying what they want now is a sub-state under the Philippine government---the Japan ... Continue reading ...
Miracles for Pasig River
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple…” (Psalm 119:130, the Holy Bible).
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ROTARIANS PULL MIRACLES TO CLEAN PASIG RIVER: Rotarians leave no stone unturned in giving “service above self” to the poor and the needy, I know, but it is also amazing how they could pull miracles in their quest to make the environment clean, as shown by a project to help clean the Pasig Ri...
Here’s a solution to RP housing woes
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction…” (Proverbs 1:7, the Holy Bible).
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CAN FG ARROYO LEAVE UNNOTICED? If a man as important and as controversial and as big as former First Gentleman Jose Miguel “Mike”Arroyo could leave the country without being monitored by the Bureau of Immigration, something is really terribly wrong.
But then, o... Continue reading ...
More problems with Zubiri resignation
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power…” (Ephesians 6:10, the Holy Bible).
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ZUBIRI RESIGNATION BROUGHT MORE PROBLEMS: The resignation of Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri brought out more problems, rather than solutions---more especially in relation to allegations that the cheating that attended the 2007 elections benefitted him by making him win as a senator. In fact, even if Zubiri resign... Continue reading ...
Denial not enough defense
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God…” (Philippians 4:6, the Holy Bible).
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MIKE ARROYO’S DEFENSE: Lawyer Inocencio Ferrer Jr., a classmate of mine from the UP College of Law who is now lawyering for former First Gentleman Jose Miguel “Mike” Arroyo, may have a point in arguing that Mike cannot be held liable fo...
Filipino elderly as “forgotten oldies”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word...” (Psalm 119:114, the Holy Bible).
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FILIPINOS NO LONGER WANT TO CARE FOR THEIR ELDERLY: Many Filipinos today already lost their love and respect for their elderly, and many no longer have any qualms about leaving their fathers and mothers in homes for the aged, or even just anywhere in many instances, just to be spared the... Continue reading ...
PMA’s grip of PNP
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God...” (John 1:12-13, the Holy Bible).
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PNP IN THE GRIP OF PMA GRADS: No matter how Director General Raul Bacalzo of the Philippine National Police (PNP) may try to justify the continuing hold of the P... Continue reading ...
Sotto must probe Pangilinan, et. al.
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “ …`You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven’…” (Matthew 5:14,16, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
SOTTO MUST PROBE PANGILINAN, ET. AL. FOR 2004 POLL FRAUD: If Sen. Vicente Sotto III cares for the truth, he owes it to Fernando Poe Jr. and to the Filipino peo... Continue reading ...
Time to repeal Juvenile Justice Law
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Train the child in the way he should go, and he will never depart from it when he grows old…” (Proverbs 22:6, the Holy Bible).
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TIME TO REPEAL JUVENILE JUSTICE LAW: Indeed, it is now time for Sen. Francis Pangilinan to repeal his Juvenile Justice Law, Republic Act 9344. The evidence is too overwhelming that this law is now being used to commit even heinous crimes, using minor children who coul... Continue reading ...
“Children of the devil”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us…” (Hebrews 12:1, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
POLICEMEN AS LOWLY CRIMINALS: And so, what other crimes can our policemen and others in government not do in the name of money or promotion to a higher positi... Continue reading ...
Greetings and prayers for INC
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see…” (Hebrews 11:1, the Holy Bible).
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CONGRATS, IGLESIA NI CRISTO: Three years from now, in 2014, the Iglesia Ni Cristo will be celebrating its 100th anniversary and, while everyone is congratulating it this year, 2011, for its 97th anniversary, may I take this opportunity of being the first to greet it now, for its forth...
Congrats, but something lacking in SONA?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them…” (Proverbs 13:23-25, the Holy Bible).
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CONGRATS, BUT SOMETHING LACKING IN PNOY’S SONA? Okay, okay, it was a State of the Nation Address that was not simply filled with boasts, but with an enumeration of what the Aquino government concretely achieved during its first year in o... Continue reading ...
Rotary golf tourney: two cars for winners
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice...” (Psalm 112:5, the Holy Bible).
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TWO CARS FOR “HOLE IN ONE”: With the kind indulgence of our readers, I am reprinting below an announcement I made as the ChangeMaker President of the Rotary Club of Intramuros of Rotary International District 3810, regarding the two cars the club is intend... Continue reading ...
“PNoy must declare revolutionary gov’t”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Jesus said, `Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’ ” (Matthew 19:14, the Holy Bible).
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PNOY URGED TO DECLARE REVOLUTIONARY GOV’T: President Aquino’s only chance to effect the changes that will truly improve the lives of Filipinos under his term is to declare a revolutionary government and install himself as t... Continue reading ...
How about 2010 poll frauds?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin…” (1 John 1:7, the Holy Bible).
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CLOSURE ON POLL FRAUDS NOT LIKELY TO HAPPEN: I really don’t know if the promise of a closure made by Presidential Spokesman Edwin Lacierda over the alleged cheating in the 2004 and 2007 elections can really happen within the... Continue reading ...
Double standards in Phl justice
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand...” (Isaiah 41:10, the Holy Bible).
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ECHEVERRI AND DOUBLE STANDARDS: If Caloocan City Mayor Recom Echiverri thinks his defiance of an Ombudsman order suspending him from office is the right thing to do, he has got it all wrong---so far, what he ... Continue reading ...
Pinoys need better lives, not political rows
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws…” (Psalm 119:7, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
POC FUNDING PROBLEMS HURTING PINOY ATHLETES: My heart was bleeding for the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) as I read a news report saying that to enable our athletes to participate in the forthcoming Southeast Asian Games on November 11-22, 2011 in Indonesia, POC would have to li... Continue reading ...
“PCSO lied vs. bishops”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile...” (Romans 1:16, the Holy Bible).
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THE TRUTH IN THE PCSO-BISHOPS MESS: Now, what Jesus said in John 8: 31-32 of the Holy Bible is being proved true once more in the case of the donations made by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) in favor... Continue reading ...
Marine colonel’s call for PNoy ouster legal?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATION: “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say `No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ…” (Titus 2:11-13, the Holy Bible).
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1987 CONSTITUTION ENCOURAGES FIGHTING ... Continue reading ...
Questions about C-5 Road
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you...” (James 1:21, the Holy Bible).
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WHY IS C-5 STILL UNFINISHED? Will someone please explain why C-5 (the road that connects the South Luzon Expressway to the North Luzon Expressway) remains incomplete even after its fly-over that traverses Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City,... Continue reading ...
Suit vs. lawmakers re: legislative inquiries
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love...” (John 15:10, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
SUIT VS. LAWMAKERS ON LEGISLATIVE INQUIRIES: Senators conducting the interrogation of their resource persons during inquiries in aid of legislation are insisting that their questions be answered, even if the answers could incriminate t... Continue reading ...
Cong. Peping: “review land reform”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father…” (Philippians 2:9-11, the Holy Bible).
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CONG. PEPING: REVIEW LAND REFORM: Former Tarlac Rep. Jose “Peping” Cojuan... Continue reading ...
“Luisita bought solely with Cojuangco money”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”” Matthew 4:4
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“LUISITA BOUGHT SOLEY WITH COJUANGCO MONEY”-PEPING: Hacienta Luisita was purchased solely with the money of the Cojuangco family and their friends and business associates, and no money of the government was ever used by the Cojuangcos in bu... Continue reading ...
Issues re: plunder raps vs. ex-PAGCOR chief
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “ `Ah, Sovereign LORD, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you…” (Jeremiah 32:17, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
ISSUES RE: PLUNDER RAPS VS. EX PAGCOR CHIEF: The lawyer in me is saying there is something that does not fit in the latest criminal charges---for graft and plunder---that current officials of the Philippine Amusement and Ga... Continue reading ...
God’s miracles; campaign vs. Ombudsman bet onBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus…” (Philippians 1:6, the Holy Bible). -ooo- GOD’S MIRACLES STILL HAPPEN: Once more, I thank God, in the name of Jesus, for showing compassion and pity to those who truly and sincerely approach Him, proving again and again that He is always ready t... Continue reading ...
The right path in choosing the Ombudsman
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all…” (the Lord Jesus Christ, in Mark 10:43-44, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
GUIDELINES FOR SELECTING THE OMBUDSMAN: By now, it should be clear to the Filipino people that any appointee to sensitive government positions, particularly to the position of Ombudsman, must possess not only academi... Continue reading ...
Bible allows gifts for bishops
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
BIBLE ALLOWS GIFTS FOR BISHOPS: Being hidden over and above the shrill demonization of Filipino Roman Catholic bishops who received dole-outs (some in the form of expensive sports utility vehicles or SUVs) from the Arroyo government through the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) in exchange for their support is the Biblical basis for the donations.
The real question that all stakeholders in this issue must address is this: is ther... Continue reading ...
Aquino gov’t selling PCSO?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…As for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him...” (Psalm 18:30, the Holy Bible).
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GMA PLUNDERED PCSO? The spectacle of Rosario Uriarte, former general manager of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO), publicly implicating former President Gloria Arroyo in a money scam that can become a plunder case should serve as a warning to officials o... Continue reading ...
Luisita workers want stocks---lawyer
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away…” (Matthew 24:35, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
LUISITA WORKERS WANT STOCKS---HLI LAWYER: The farm workers of Hacienda Luisita Inc. (HLI) have already affirmed, in at least three previous referenda conducted by the Department of Agrarian Reform, their decision to own stocks as part-owners of the company, rather than be given lands from the va... Continue reading ...
Defects in the P728 agri plunder raps
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices, and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator…” (Colossians 3: 9-10, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
DEFECTS IN Tcretary Luis “Cito” Lorenzo and Undersecretary Jocelyn “Jocjoc” Bolante and private businessmen in connection with the P728 million agriculture fund sc... Continue reading ...
More on Duterte, Pichay & ARMM
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATION: “…Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance...” (Psalm 33:12, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
MORE QUESTIONS ON THE DUTERTE-ANDRES SNAFU: Here are more questions on the Davao City Sarah Duterte-Abe Andres snafu: why did Sheriff Abe proceed with the demolition of shanties in the city’s Agdao District despite the two-hour request of Mayor Sarah? Was he ordered to ignore the m... Continue reading ...
Mysteries in the Duterte-Andres row
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people...” (Proverbs 14:34, the Holy Bible).
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MYSTERIES IN THE DUTERTE-ANDRES ROW: After all has been said and done, there are still many mysteries in the Sara Duterte-Abe Andres Davao City face-punching brouhaha. One, why was there a demolition order against the informal settlers, or, better yet, what was the basis of that demolition order? Two, w... Continue reading ...
Davao City incidents connected with the Bible?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you…”†(Romans 12:3, the Holy Bible).
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CONNECTION BETWEEN TWO DAVAO CITY INCIDENTS AND THE BIBLE: Two interesting stories came out from Davao City this week which got me... Continue reading ...
Reactions re PNoy and Jesus
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “The LORD will be king over the whole earth. On that day there will be one LORD, and his name the only name…” (Zechariah 14:9, the Holy Bible).
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“JESUS IS GOD”: It always makes me very happy to read reactions to my columns because they indicate that somehow, somewhere, there is someone who is reading what I am writing about. Today, I give way to two such reactions, and the first pertains to our items ... Continue reading ...
People power readied vs. PNoy
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE'S INSPIRATIONS: “The LORD will vindicate me; your love, LORD, endures forever— do not abandon the works of your hands.” (Psalm 138:8, the Holy Bible).
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PEOPLE POWER BEING SET UP VS. PNOY: There is only one clear intention in the increasing attacks against the qualifications and competence of President Aquino to run the country nowadays---to lay down the basis for another people power, to oust him as soon as practicable.
Th... Continue reading ...
What is Coseteng noisy about?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance…” (2 Peter 3:9, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
WHAT IS COSETENG NOISY ABOUT? I am happy that former Sen. Anna Dominique Coseteng plans to file more charges against former officials and employees of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (P... Continue reading ...
Who in media received PCSO millions?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it…” (The Lord Jesus, in Matthew 16:25, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
WHO IN MEDIA RECEIVED MILLIONS IN PCSO FUNDS? Margie Juico, the chair of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, should now complete her exposes about anomalies at the charity agency by publicizing the names of all---I mean, all---media ... Continue reading ...
Janine Gutierrez: new showbiz star
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him…” (Colossians 3:17, the Holy Bible).
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JANINE GUTIERREZ, A NEW STAR IN PHL SHOW BUSINESS: It seems that our entertainment industry got a new star in the person of 21-year old Ms. Janine Gutierrez, the eldest daughter of movie stars Ramon Christopher “Monching” Gu... Continue reading ...
Same-sex weddings illegal in PhlBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… at the beginning… God ‘made them male and female…For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh…” (Mark 10:6-8, the Holy Bible). -ooo- SAME-SEX WEDDINGS ILLEGAL IN PHL: Whether they knew it or not, those who officiated and participated in the same-sex weddings or ... Continue reading ...
The truth in the POC-GTK row
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one...” (2 Thessalonians 3:3, the Holy Bible).
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THE TRUTH IN THE POC-GTK ROW? Go Teng Kok was declared a “persona non grata” by the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) not only because he sued the sports body on two occasions in violation of the POC Constitution, but more because of a series of “grave excesses” whi... Continue reading ...
DSWD-Cotabato City aid messBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint…” (Isaiah 40:31, the Holy Bible). -ooo- FILIPINOS NOW FEAR THE RAIN: When many of us were younger, rains were welcomed with glee and gladness. For rainwater then solely meant the onset of planting season, allowing our farmers to r... Continue reading ...
PAPI 15th annual fete opens; tips on Spratly row
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “The Lord will keep you from all harm---he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore...” (Psalm 121:7-8, the Holy Bible).
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PAPI 15TH ANNUAL FETE OPENS: I wish to congratulate the Publishers Association of the Philippines Inc., or PAPI, on its 15th annual gathering which started June 23, 2011, at the Makati Sports Club in Makati C... Continue reading ...
Economic plans for ARMM, Part II
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty…” (Psalm 91:1, the Holy Bible).
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MORE GROUPS TO QUESTION LEGALITY OF ARMM POLL POSTPONEMENT: It is not only the Partido Demokratikong Pilipino (PDP) that will question before the Supreme Court the constitutionality of the law postponing the August 2011 elections at the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) onc... Continue reading ...
Economic plans for ARMM, Part I
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all…” (Mark 10:43-44, the Holy Bible).
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DILLY-DALLYING IN SIGNING ARRM LAW: Indeed, if Malacanang itself certified as urgent the bill postponing the August 2011 elections at the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM), the only reason why President Aquino is not immediately signing it i... Continue reading ...
Ochoa on the way out as ES?BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word…” (Ephesians 5:25-26, the Holy Bible). -ooo- OCHOA ON THE WAY OUT AS ES? It is not an overload of responsibilities alright, but the designation of Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa Jr. as chief of the revived Presidential Anti-Organ... Continue reading ...
Ways to solve Cotabato floodingBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord...” (Ephesians 6:4, the Holy Bible). -ooo- RIZAL AND THE PROPER TRAINING OF FILIPINO YOUTH: As the nation celebrated the 150th birth anniversary of its hero, Dr. Jose Rizal on June 19, 2011, I was struck by a question over his oft-quoted statement that the youth is the hope of the fa... Continue reading ...
“Rotary is worth telling”---PR exec
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Sing to God, sing in praise of his name, extol him who rides on the clouds; rejoice before him—his name is the Lord. A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling...” (Psalm 68:4-5, the Holy Bible).
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EXCITING THINGS IN NEW ROTARY YEAR: Exciting new things are happening with Rotary International (RI) as it ushers in, by July 1, 2011, Rotary Year 2011-2012 unde... Continue reading ...
Road users pork barrel & ARMM poll postponement
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him…” (Psalm 103:13, the Holy Bible).
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CONNECTION BETWEEN PORK BARREL AND ARMM POLL POSTPONEMENT: Will the Road Board, whose members are appointed by the President, give away billions of pesos it has collected as road users tax as additional pork barrel for senators, congressmen and governors, ... Continue reading ...
GMA was also good? Wendell Sulit’s honesty!
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him…” (Proverbs 23:24, the Holy Bible).
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GMA DID SOMETHING GOOD FOR THE COUNTRY, AFTER ALL? Now, now, now!!! Will somebody please tell us the truth: who should get the credit for the recent improvement of the Philippines’ fiscal position and macroeconomic stability, as reported by Moody’s Investor... Continue reading ...
Pinoys enticed by media ads re: deadly foods
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ…” (Philippians 3:20, the Holy Bible).
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PINOYS ENTICED TO BUY DEADLY FOODS VIA MEDIA ADS: The tragic incidents of food poisoning in a children’s birthday party in Bulacan which hospitalized more than 100 persons, in Batangas which sent 400 teachers to hospitals, in Qatar involving 156 Filip... Continue reading ...
US heavily indebted to China, won’t help Phl
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God…” (Philippians 4:6, the Holy Bible).
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NPC: EIGHT MEDIAMEN KILLED UNDER PNOY SO FAR: By the National Press Club’s own reckoning, there are now eight media personalities who were brutally murdered since the assumption of President Benigno Aquino III last year. Here... Continue reading ...
Deadly foods; estoppel in South China Sea
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge.” (Psalm 19:1-2, the Holy Bible).
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DEATH-THREATENING FOODS TO WATCH OUT FOR: As school children start settling down in their classrooms for the second straight week since school year 2011-2012 opened the other Monday, June 6, 2011, parent... Continue reading ...
No reason to celebrate Independence Day?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “He says, `Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth…’ ” (Psalm 46:10, the Holy Bible).
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NO REASON TO CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY? Malacanang, through Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte, underscored the impertinence of celebrating our independence day when, in an effort to say something about the escalating conflict betwe... Continue reading ...
“Plotters vs. PNoy holding meetings”---source
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority, or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right…” (1 Peter 2:13-14, the Holy Bible).
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Catholic leaders leading a revolt vs. PNoy?BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven… a time to plant and a time to uproot… a time to tear down and a time to build…” (Ecclesiastes 3:1-3, the Holy Bible). -ooo- SOLAR FLARES SIGNAL END OF THE WORLD? Scientists are scrambling one on top of the other belittling the solar flares that seem to be erupting from the sun with more regularit... Continue reading ...
Effect of GMA objections vs. SC justice
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…He allowed no one to oppress them; for their sake he rebuked kings: `Do not touch my anointed ones; do my prophets no harm’… maintain justice in the courts…” (Psalms 105:14-15, Amos 5:15, the Holy Bible).
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LEGAL EFFECT OF GMA’S OBJECTIONS VS. OMBUDSMAN NOMINEE: What is the effect, if any, of the objections which former President and now Pampanga Rep. Gloria Arroyo and former Justice S... Continue reading ...
Spare the lawyers, please!
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. A thousand years in your sight are like a day that has just gone by, or like a watch in the night…” (Psalm 90:2, 4, the Holy Bible).
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SPARE THE LAWYERS PLEASE! The plea of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines in Davao to spare lawyers from physical or other harm for they are only defending... Continue reading ...
Of ARMM postponement and plagiarism
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…To the person who pleases Him, God gives wisdom, knowledge and happiness, but to the sinner he gives the task of gathering and storing up wealth to hand it over to the one who pleases God…” (Ecclesiastes 2:26, the Holy Bible).
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ARMM POLL POSTPONEMENT DIVIDES MINDANAO EVEN MORE: If the intention in postponing the scheduled August 2011 elections for the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)... Continue reading ...
Questions for BOC chief Alvarez
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing...” (1 Thessalonians 5:11, the Holy Bible).
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QUESTIONS FOR BOC CHIEF ALVAREZ: Again, I am giving way to reactions to what we have written in this column, to show our gratitude to people who not only read our articles, but who take time out to react and write their own thoughts.
From lawyer-newsman-radio announcer Bert... Continue reading ...
BoC’s smuggling cases a farce
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “However, if you do not obey the Lord your God and do not carefully follow all his commands and decrees I am giving you today, all these curses will come on you and overtake you…” (Deuteronomy 28:15, the Holy Bible).
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BOC’S SMUGGLING CASES A FARCE: To appease President Aquino, Customs Commissioner Angelito Alvarez should try to explain why in many of the smuggling cases his bureau filed against tax e... Continue reading ...
“Profit participation” in SUCs; raps vs. justices premature
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger…” (Proverbs 15:1, the Holy Bible).
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CRIMINAL RAPS VS. SANDIGANBAYAN JUSTICES PREMATURE: The criminal complaint against the Sandiganbayan justices who approved the plea bargaining deal between the Ombudsman and Maj. Gen. Carlos F. Garcia is premature. The approval is still subject to further review, ei... Continue reading ...
Divorce will tear apart Phl some more
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…That is why a man leaves his father and mother and clings to his wife; and they are no longer two, but one body…” (Genesis 2:24, the Holy Bible).
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QUESTIONS ON THE ARMY’S HOUSING PROGRAM: It is good that the Philippine Army has turned over to its officers and enlisted personnel some 50 apartment-style residential units inside the Philippine Army compound in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, in a... Continue reading ...
“Say no to massacre of Filipino kids”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…In God, whose word I praise---in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” (Psalm 56:4, the Holy Bible).
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CONTINUATION OF BISHOP’S ARTICLE ON RH BILL: Here is the second and final part of the article written by Bishop Bert Mercado of the Council of Overseers of the Nations Evangelization, entitled “Is It Right For Any Reason At All To Murder Millions of Filipino C... Continue reading ...
Prayers for senators to reject RH bill
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
PRAYER FOR SENATORS TO REJECT RH BILL: Bishop Bert Mercado of the Council of Overseers of the Nations Evangelization sent to me an article on the Reproductive Health Bill with a request that it be published in our columns nationwide and even worldwide in the Internet. I am giving way to it today:
“Is It Right For Any Reason At All To Murder Millions of Filipino Children?
“In the afternoon of May 29,2011, our church fellowship bega... Continue reading ...
Let CHED do its work
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children---with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts…” (Psalm 103:17-18, the Holy Bible).
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LET CHED DO ITS WORK: Now, there are two branches of government looking into supposed additional miscellaneous charges being made by schools and universities against t... Continue reading ...
Why is Belmonte being ousted?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the pagans, who do not know God…” (1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
WHY IS BELMONTE BEING OUSTED? Is there really a move to oust Speaker Feliciano “Sonny” Belmonte Jr. as leader of... Continue reading ...
Businessmen losing confidence on PNoy?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus…” (Galatians 3:26-28, the Holy Bible).
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BUSINESSMEN LOSING CONFIDENCE ON PNOY? Indeed, it will not be correct to say that bus... Continue reading ...
“Age no problem, if health is good”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry…” (James 1:19, the Holy Bible).
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REACTIONS TO ESCUDERO AND DESIERTO’S OBJECTIONS: Our column about the objections aired by Sen. Francis Escudero and former Ombusman Aniano Desierto against the appointment of Supreme Court Justice Conchita Carpio Morales as the new Om... Continue reading ...
Objections vs. SC justice and Ting-ting: valid?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves…” (Romans 12:10, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
ESCUDERO JOINS OBJECTIONS VS. SC JUSTICE: Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Wednesday added his voice to the objections raised by former Ombudsman Aniano Desierto against the appointment of Supreme Court Associate Justice Conchita Carpio Morales as the new Ombudsman. Escudero, ... Continue reading ...
Causes of calamities in US, Iceland and Phl
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “If you ever forget the LORD your God and follow other gods and worship and bow down to them, I testify against you today that you will surely be destroyed…” (Deuteronomy 8:19, the Holy Bible).
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CAUSES OF THE CALAMITIES IN US, ICELAND & PHL: What do the following natural calamities have in common---the super-typhoon threatening the Philippines (called “Chedeng” by the weather bureau), t... Continue reading ...
Bishop Cruz errs; Bible vs. mental ailments
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love...” (Galatians 5:13, the Holy Bible).
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BIBLE READING CAN CURE MENTAL ILLNESSES: Two interesting postings appeared at the “Science and Health” section of Inquirer.net, the online version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. One was entitled “... Continue reading ...
Of bus drivers, SCUs & CHED collections
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the LORD God Almighty will be with you, just as you say he is…” (Amos 5:14, the Holy Bible).
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STIFFER PENALTIES FOR ERRING DRIVERS: The revelation by the bus driver being linked to the death of veteran journalist Lourdes “Chit” Estella-Simbulan that there were three, not just two, buses involved in the accident that killed her should be reas... Continue reading ...
Diokno should resign now
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should learn to control your own body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the pagans, who do not know God; and that in this matter no one should wrong or take advantage of a brother or sister…” (1 Thessalonians 4:3-6, the Holy Bible).
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REMINDER OF THE END FROM AN AMERICA... Continue reading ...
People power vs. a popular president?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh…” (Romans 13:13-13, the Holy Bible).
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Abortion is real issue in RH bill
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness...” (James 3:17-18, the Holy Bible).
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ABORTION IS REAL ISSUE IN RH BILL: It is not really important who knocked out whom in the speaking bout between Sarangani Rep. Manny Pacquiao, w... Continue reading ...
Sen. Miriam misquoted the Bible?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
SEN. SANTIAGO MISQUOTED THE BIBLE? Perhaps, we can all try to be clarified on Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago’s explanation on what God really meant when He said “go forth and multiply” in the Bible, by referring ourselves to what the Holy Book really contains on the matter.
Santiago, by way of criticizing the anti-Reproductive Health Bill stance of boxing champion and Sarangani Rep. Manny Pacquiao, quipped that “God said in the Bib... Continue reading ...
A Chief Justice to be completely trusted
BY ATTY.BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…There are those who turn justice into bitterness and cast righteousness to the ground… those who hate the one who upholds justice in court and detest the one who tells the truth… (and) those who oppress the innocent and take bribes and deprive the poor of justice in the courts… maintain justice in the courts…” (Amos 5:7, 10, 12 and 15, the Holy Bible).
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When A Nation Losses It's Prophet.....
When A Nation Losses It's Prophet.....
I would like to acknowledge and say a personal thank you this week to all my new readers from Patriot Statesman and American Patriots Press for taking the time to read my article and contributing articles.
You have probably heard of America's titles for those Christian men who have seemed to motivate or bring much attention to Biblical principles wi...
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Pacman and Paris Hilton
After Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao’s post-fight press conference last May 7, 2011, my investigative reporter approached Pacman as he and his party were leaving the conference room. His wife, Jinkee, and Hollywood actress and hotel heiress Paris Hilton were with him. “Hey, Pacman! Remember me? I interviewed you last year,” said James. “Oh, yeah, you’re that Jaime quack quack reporter from Global Balita, right?” ... Continue reading ...
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Obie and Osie
In the wee hours of May 1, 2011, President Barack Obama received a call through the secured red line. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said, “Mr. President, here’s call from a person who calls himself, ‘Osie.’ We traced the call from Abbottabad in Pakistan. He won’t give his full name but he said that it’s very important that he talks to you. He used the code word, ‘Tora Bora.’ Would you take the call?” “Tora Bora... Continue reading ...
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by Perry Diaz
The kleptocrats never left
The recently released 2010 Global Integrity Report rated the Philippines “very weak” (57) in terms of governance and corruption. The overall rating was also “very weak,” a downgrade from the 2008 overall rating of “moderate” (71).
The report also rates the country “weak” (64) in the category of “Anti-Corruption Legal Framework, Judicial Impartiality and Law Enforcement Professionalism” and “Rule of Law.... Continue reading ...
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by Perry Diaz
Karmic whammy hits Gloria
With the abrupt resignation of Ombudsman Merceditas “Merci” Gutierrez, the door is now wide open for President Benigno “P-Noy” Aquino III to fulfill his election promise of bringing ex-president and now-congresswoman Gloria Macapagal Arroyo to justice. Indeed, with three cases – and more coming -- already filed against her, karmic whammy is hitting Gloria with a punishing jolt that could knock her out from the impregnable ... Continue reading ...
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by Perry Diaz
Brouhaha over Marcos burial
Why is it that all of a sudden, a renewed attempt is being pursued to bury the remains of the late dictator Ferdinand E. Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani (Heroes’ Cemetery)? Indeed, the brouhaha over the burial of his remains at the Libingan has ignited a maelstrom of controversy that is dividing the country once again.
The latest call for his burial at the Libingan reached fever pitch when the strongman’s only son, Sen.... Continue reading ...
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by Perry Diaz
Quo Vadis, P-Noy?
Ten months into his presidency, President Benigno “P-Noy” Aquino III seems like he’s lost in the jungle of Pinoy politics where the dynamics are constantly changing. As an avid shooting enthusiast, he knows that it’s difficult to lock the crosshairs on a distant and moving target. So, he’s left with one option: take the offensive and attack in close combat. And attack he did.
Word war
First, he declared war against Ombudsm... Continue reading ...
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Balitang Kutsero
By Perry Diaz
Noynoy’s love fest
President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III is indeed a man on the fast lane, literally and figuratively. But driving his Porsche 911 twin-turbo at 200 kilometers per hour isn’t fast enough to catch up with his love life… or should I say, love fest?
Yes, after he broke up with Shalani Soledad last September 2010, he was seen dating Barbie Palagos, Trish Roque, Liz Uy, and, recently, Len Lopez. But the buzz going around ... Continue reading ...
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Young leader of armed suspects in April 1 Agusan hostage taking falls on Friday the 13th
by Ben Serrano
May 14, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - The young Manobo leader and his companion in the armed tribal group who are prime suspects in the abduction of 15 teachers, Dep Ed officials, students and civilians were arrested by authorities almost noon Friday the 13th in Purok 6, Barangay La Purisima, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur.
Caraga police regional direc... Continue reading ...
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Caraga cop chief condemns NPA rebels burning of heavy equipment in Surigao City
by Ben Serrano
May 13, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Caraga Police Regional Director Chief Supt. REYNALDO S. RAFAL, CEO VI condemned in strongest terms the New People’s Army’s latest atrocities by burning heavy equipment used in the on-going construction of the Gaisano Capital Mall in Surigao City.
In a press statement, Rafal said recent barbaric action of the communist rebe... Continue reading ...
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Caraga tribal leader survives slay try in Taganito Mining area
by Ben Serrano
May 13, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A lady Mamanwa tribal leader survived an assassination attempt perpetuated by armed suspects who shot her while walking towards Barangay Taganito proper in Taganito Mining area along provincial road in Barangay Taganito, Claver, Surigao del Norte Thursday morning.
Caraga Police Regional Information office report identified the victim as Evange... Continue reading ...
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Solons to fast track conversion of timberland areas to A and D lands in Surigao City
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
SURIGAO CITY (PNA) - With so many residential lands in many areas in Surigao City still classified as timberlands therefore not qualified for titling, 2nd District Surigao del Norte Rep. Guillermo Romarate, Jr. vowed to fast track the bill filed before Congress to convert timberlands into an alienable and disposable lands.
The House Bill is ... Continue reading ...
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RH Bill Public Forum set on June 1 and 2 in Butuan City
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A public forum is scheduled on June 1 and 2, 2011 at a local convention center here in Butuan City to discuss the controversial Reproductive Health Bill
Gender and Development Coordinating Committee (GADCC) Chairperson and Commission on Human Rights Regional Director Atty. Marilyn PIntor of Caraga region said the two day Reproductive Health Bill Foru... Continue reading ...
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Azkals to grace Butuan City’s 1st Balangay Football Festival on May 16-18
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Members of now famous Philippine Football Team Azkals are expected to grace the 1st Balanghay Football Festival which will be held at sprawling Butuan City Sports Complex on May 16-18, the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Caraga regional office said.
In the PIA report, two Azkal members Kim Relucio and Jerry Barbaso are expecte... Continue reading ...
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International Muslim NGO to sponsor Jury System Forum in Butuan City
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A pro-peace and development international Muslim non-government organization (NGO) who has members nationwide and in other countries will sponsor a “Public Forum on the Introduction of Jury System and Empowerment” tentatively set whole day on June 12, in time of Independence Day celebration.
The forum theme “Matuwid Na Hustisya Laban Sa Katiwalian at Kahi... Continue reading ...
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DILG to lead distribution of fuel subsidy in 6 cities, 37 towns in Caraga region starting May 13
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - The regional office of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) in Caraga region will spearhead release of fuel subsidy to tricycle transport sector in six cities and 37 municipalities starting tomorrow May 13 Friday, the Philippine Information Agency regional office announced today.
The... Continue reading ...
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Truckload of hot lumbers seized anew by authorities in Butuan City
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) -It seems illegal loggers in this Timber Corridor of the Philippines continue to defy executive order no. 23 of President Aquino as illegal wood fletches hauled by a cargo truck without documents were confiscated anew by police operatives in a rural barangay here Tuesday morning.
Caraga Police regional information office report claimed that at about 8:30 a.m. Tues... Continue reading ...
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International Muslim NGO to conduct Forum on Jury System in Butuan City
by Ben Serrano
May 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A pro peace and development international Muslim non-government organization (NGO) will sponsor a “Public Forum on the Introduction of Jury System and Empowerment” tentatively set whole day on June 12, in time of Independence Day celebration.
The forum theme “Matuwid Na Hustisya laban Sa Katiwalian at Kahirapan: Daan Tungo sa Kapayapaan at Kaunlaran... Continue reading ...
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14 persons arrested in anti-illegal drugs raid in Butuan City; sachets of shabu, ammunitions found
by Ben Serrano
May 11, 2011
Camp Rafael Rodriguez, LIBERTAD, BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Operatives of Butuan City Police Office headed by Deputy Butuan City Police Director PSUPT FRANCISCO D DUNGO JR, arrested four persons possessing alleged illegal drugs shabu while hauled ten others to Butuan City Police for questioning during anti-illegal drugs raid and buy bust operations in... Continue reading ...
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PNP Highway Patrol Group officer shot dead in Agusan
by Ben Serrano
May 6, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A police officer member of the PNP-Caraga Highway Patrol Group (HPG) was shot dead along busy national highway in Purok 3, Barangay Hubang, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur yesterday (Thursday May 5, 2011) afternoon.
The agency had been publicly criticized for many years now due alleged poor highway law and order implementation such as allowing passing of illegally cut ... Continue reading ...
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100 suspected NPA rebels raid Dole banana plantation in Surigao del Sur anew
by Ben Serrano
May 6, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - An estimated one hundred fully armed suspected New People’s Army rebels raided DOLE Philippines banana plantation in Sitio Flowing, Barangay Anahaw Daan, Tago, Surigao del Sur cutting undetermined number of growing banana plants in the area Wednesday evening.
Tago town is about 180 kilometers away from Caraga region’s capital,... Continue reading ...
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Utility worker who help save Surigao police station from 100 attacking NPA rebels cited for his bravery
by Ben Serrano
May 2, 2011
LIANGA, Surigao del Sur (PNA) - No less than DILG Secretary Jesse Manalastas Robredo and PNP Director General Raul Macalalad Bacalzo, top Surigao del Sur local government unit officials, military and police officials thanked Rodel Aquilam, a volunteer utility worker at Lianga Police Station who valiantly helped Lianga policemen fight for nearly two hou... Continue reading ...
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Caraga police stations in red alert status following threats of NPA attacks
by Ben Serrano
April 28, 2011
CAMP RAFAEL RODRIGUEZ, Libertad, Butuan City (PNA) - The entire police stations in 67 municipal, six cities and provincial police stations and offices in Caraga region are now in placed in red alert status following threats of more NPA attacks in the region.
Caraga PNP regional director Chief Supt. Reynaldo S. Rafal ordered “red alert status” on a... Continue reading ...
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PNP, local officials get awards for peaceful handling of Agusan hostage-taking crisis
by Ben Serrano
April 25, 2011
Camp Rafael Rodriguez, LIBERTAD, BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A total of twenty two police officials in Caraga region, a governor, municipal mayor, Roman Catholic priest and a social welfare provincial officer received award for peaceful handling that resulted to non-violent ending and eventual released of all hostages in the April 1, 2011 hostage taking inciden... Continue reading ...
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Caraga cop chief, 26 others get awards for Agusan hostage crisis peaceful ending
by Ben Serrano
April 25, 2011
Camp Rafael Rodriguez, LIBERTAD, BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - For peaceful handling of the April 1 hostage-taking crisis that resulted to the safe release of remaining hostages, no less than PNP Chief Raul Bacalzo personally awarded Medalya Ng Pambihirang Paglilingkod Award to Caraga PNP Regional Director Chief Supt. Reynaldo S. Rafal and Caraga PNP Chief of Staff Se... Continue reading ...
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Butuan solon turns over brand new M-16 rifles to newly created SWAT team
By Ben Serrano
April 25, 2011
CAMP RAFAEL RODRIGUEZ, Libertad, Butuan City (PNA) - Agusan del Norte First Congressional District Rep. Jose “Joboy” Aquino, II recently turned over to Caraga Police Regional Director Chief Supt. Reynaldo S. Rafal 14 brand hew M-16 rifles courtesy of the solon’s Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) for Butuan City Police’ newly formed SWAT unit.
... Continue reading ...
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70 landslide occurrences, land cracks endangers Mt. Magdiwata in Agusan
by Ben Serrano
April 24, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur (PNA) - With 48 landslide occurrences and 22 land cracks discovered due illegal mining, timber poaching and other destructive activities, concerned residents and local officials here fear Mt. Magdiwata will be another Mt. Guinsaugon tragedy in the making if no immediate measures will be implemented soon.
Mt. Magdiwata toge... Continue reading ...
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15 International Peace students injured in Agusan del Sur road mishap
by Ben Serrano
April 22, 2011
TRENTO, Agusan del Sur (PNA) - At least 15 students from the International Peace Leadership College heading towards Davao City were injured when their vehicle swerved in a slippery road and hit the road pavemnet on Wednesday afternoon along national highway in Purok 5, Barangay Malihog, Bunawan, Agusan del Sur, police said.
Bunawan Municipal Police offi... Continue reading ...
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Death toll now rises to 20 in Compostela Good Friday landslide; 33 missing, 11 rescued
by Ben Serrano
April 22, 2011
TRENTO, Agusan del Sur (PNA) - As rescuers entered into almost second day in their difficult search, rescue and retrieval efforts, death toll now have rose to twenty as of 6 p.m. today with eleven persons rescued and estimated 33 still missing on early dawn Good Friday landslide in the mountainous area of Sitio Panganason, Barangay. Kingking, Pantukan,... Continue reading ...
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DILG Chief visits Siargao Island, inaugurates two new police stations
by Ben Serrano
April 20, 2011
SURIGAO CITY (PNA) - No less than Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jesse Rebredo inaugurated on Monday two new Municipal Police Stations in the towns of Dapa and General Luna on Monday after the DILG chief visited Siargao Island on Monday.
Accompanied by local officials, DILG Regional Director Atty. Rene Burdeos, Caraga Police... Continue reading ...
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Cops still facing blank wall in Surigao Mayor’s ambush that wounded daughter, cop escort
by Ben Serrano
April 20, 2011
SURIGAO CITY (PNA) - Surigao del Norte Provincial Police Office headed by Police Provincial Director Senior Supt. Emmanuel Talento today said that while investigation in the slay attempt of Tagana-an, Surigao del Norte Mayor Cesar Diaz on Monday morning is on-going and no let up, Talento said as of press time police still facing blank wall to offi... Continue reading ...
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Caraga Peace task force ambushed by NPA rebels in Butuan City; 1 seriously wounded
by Ben Serrano
April 20, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Third Peace and Development team belonging to Task Force Community Operations for Peace and Development (COPD) headed by Lt. Lumague Opcon of the 26th IB Philippine Army of the 402nd Brigade were ambushed by suspected New People’s Army rebels while on their way Barangay Pianing, Butuan City Tuesday afternoon.
The 26th IB ba... Continue reading ...
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JGL Eye
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
A RIZAL MUSICAL IN SEARCH OF ACTORS
CHICAGO (jGLi) -- Jose Rizal stopped by Chicago, Illinois for about 10 hours on May 11, 1888, exactly 123 years ago to the day last May 11, while taking a transcontinental train across the U.S. mainland en route to Europe.
Rizal took the trip following the advice of Spanish Governor-General Emilio Terrero to leave the Philippines or be persecuted at home for exposing the abuses of the Spanish friars in colonial Philippi... Continue reading ...
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JGL Eye
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
A RIZAL MUSICAL IN SEARCH OF CHARACTERS
CHICAGO (jGLi) -- Jose Rizal stopped by Chicago, Illinois for about 10 hours on May 11, 1888, exactly 123 years ago to the day last May 11, while taking a transcontinental train across the U.S. mainland en route to Europe.
Rizal took the trip following the advice of Spanish Governor-General Emilio Terrero to leave the Philippines or be persecuted at home for exposing the abuses of the Spanish friars in colonial Phil... Continue reading ...
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Fil Am Children At Higher Risk of Kawasaki Disease
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
CHICAGO (jGLi) -- Filipino children in San Diego, California are found to be at higher risk to contract Kawasaki Disease, a heart disease that causes sudden death among children, than non-Filipinos.
While children of all ethnicities can contract Kawasaki disease (KD), a study led by researchers at the Kawasaki Disease Research Center at the University of California, San ... Continue reading ...
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Referee Should Have Reviewed Pacquiao’s “Knock Down,” Says David Diaz’s Boxing Manager
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
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CHICAGO (jGLi) – Referee Kenny Bayless should not have apologized after the 12 rounds of the welterweight bout for his mistaken call that Filipino pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao was knocked down in the 10th round in Pacquiao’s lopsided win over American champion Sugar Shane Mosley last Saturday (May 7) ... Continue reading ...
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Judge Affirms Ruling Vs. Filipino Teachers’ Recruiter
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
CHICAGO (jGLi) – A Baton Rouge civil court district judge in Louisiana has affirmed an administrative judge’s ruling against a Filipino woman recruiter whose California-based recruiting company was ordered to pay an “estimated $1.8 million in illegally charged placement fees, as well as a $500 fine and $7,500 in attorney fees.”
The recruiter allegedly cheate... Continue reading ...
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JGL Eye
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
OBAMA ANWERS “3 A.M.” CALL
CHICAGO (jGLi) – In the heat of the 2008 presidential primary election campaign, Hillary Clinton fielded a campaign ad, which featured a telephone ringing at 3 a.m. It promoted the idea that Barack Obama was not prepared to pick up the call at a critical hour. It was telling American primary voters that in case a crisis would develop, she wanted them to know that the inexperienced Illinois senator was not ready to respo... Continue reading ...
Does Malacanang want abortion for girls?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Stand firm then, with the belt of truth… with the breastplate of righteousness…and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith… the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God…” (Ephesians 6:14-17, the Holy Bible).
-ooo- DOES MALACANANG WANT BABY GIRLS TO ENGAGE IN ABORT... Continue reading ...
Frank Chavez: street boxer in Negros
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the Maker of all things...” (Ecclesiastes 11:5, the Holy Bible).
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FRANK CHAVEZ, STREET BOXER WITH INTEGRITY: Ma. Christina Felicity Valdez, a fellow member at the Facebook e-group named “Atty. Catalino Aldea Generillo for Ombudsman”, reacted to what I said here ...
Frank Chavez: God-fearing, hating dishonest gain
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…For in Christ Jesus, neither circumcision nor uncircumsision counts for anything, but only faith working through love…” (Galatians 5:6, the Holy Bible).
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FRANK CHAVEZ, GOD-FEARING, HATING DISHONEST GAIN: Of all the names already submitted to the Judicial and Bar Council for nomination as Ombudsman, I am sure that the name of Frank Chavez, former solicitor general, will stand out a... Continue reading ...
MMDA officials to blame for “killer highway”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised...” (Proverbs 31:30, the Holy Bible).
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MMDA OFFICIALS SHOULD RESIGN OVER “KILLER HIGHWAY”: Perhaps, whoever is in charge of the Metro Manila Development Authority’s “60 kilometer speed limit” program along Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City, dubbed as the “killer highway” of the Phil... Continue reading ...
PNP Academy grads cool to AFP unification?BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ…” (Ephesians 5:21, the Holy Bible). -ooo-UNIFICATION WITH AFP NOT ACCEPTABLE TO PNPA GRADS? Proposals for the unification of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) will not be acceptable to police officials who graduated from the PNP Academy.I am told this is because a unification of the ... Continue reading ...
Unification of PNP and AFP sought
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment…” (1 Timothy 6:17, the Holy Bible).
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ADDITIONAL GUIDE FOR NEW GOV’T OFFICIALS: Here is another guide which President Aquino can use to install new government officials, especially after the o... Continue reading ...
Abolish PNP?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over…” (Jesus Christ, in Matthew 18:15, the Holy Bible).
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ABOLISH PNP? The announcement made by top officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP) that Abu Sayyaf terrorists are getting out of Mindanao and transferring to urban centers like Metro Manila and Cebu is really very scary,... Continue reading ...
Yardstick for next Ombudsman, SC justices
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death…” (Romans 8:1-2, the Holy Bible).
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SANDIGAN STANDS UP TO PUBLIC PRESSURE: Balls, and lots of it, is how I view the Sandiganbayan decision approving the plea bargain deal between the Ombudsman and former... Continue reading ...
DSWD not acting to help kids in Phl?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone…” (Colossians 4:5-6, the Holy Bible).
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DSWD NOT ACTING TO HELP KIDS IN PHL? There is one thing that convinces me that the child abuse case that the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) file... Continue reading ...
Manila: clear images of decayBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever…” (1 Timothy 5:8, the Holy Bible). -ooo- MANILA: CLEAR IMAGES OF DECAY: Perhaps, Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim should try to prod the protégé whom he is grooming to become his successor, Vice Mayor Isko Moreno, to go around the city more often and do... Continue reading ...
Pacquiao must watch out for “lucky punch”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective…” (James 5:16, the Holy Bible).
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“TREE MURDERER” ON THE LOOSE IN QC: Whoever authorized the cutting of the trees located at the center island of Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City, between the entrance to Fairview Subdivision and t... Continue reading ...
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FOR PACQUIAO, THIS FILIPINA PAINTER IS A KNOCKOUT ARTIST
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
CHICAGO (jGLi) – If somebody is singing behind a camera and you enjoy listening to the song, does it matter to you if the singer is a man or woman?
For some, it does. But for others, it really doesn’t matter especially, if the singer did not miss a beat.
This was how Claireyenne Malanyaon, the painter-in-residence of world pound-for-pound boxing champion Mann... Continue reading ...
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Michael Ray Aquino Has 90 Days To Appeal His Case Before The U.S. Supreme Court
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
CHICAGO (jGLi) – The noose is tightening around the neck of former Philippine police officer Michael Ray B. Aquino.
Mr. Aquino has 90 calendar days, including weekends and holidays, within which to file a petition for a writ of certiorari before the United States Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., following the denial Monday (April 25) of ... Continue reading ...
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JGL Eye
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
IMPACT OF WILKATE’S ROYAL WEDDING ON OFW’S
CHICAGO (jGLi) – The British Royal Wedding of Prince Williams to Kate Middleton may be an odd curiosity to the world community outside the British Commonwealth of Nations but it carries a powerful message for overseas Filipino workers (OFW’s).
Since it is not a state event, the wedding of the century may not include the most powerful man in the world in Presi... Continue reading ...
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Oral Argument on Filvets Case Set
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
CHICAGO (jGLi) – Do the Filipino World War II veterans have the right to question the constitutionality of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 when they failed to receive their $15,000 lump sum benefits because their names are not in the “Missouri List”?
This question is one of the issues up before Judge Saundra B. Armstrong of the United States District Court o... Continue reading ...
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JGL EyeBy JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
SANTACRUZAN COMES TO CHICAGO
CHICAGO (jGLi) – It must have been very tough struggle for man to move about in the early days that they resorted to clinging on some outside power for support.
This illusion of relying for support from a supreme being must have been described by Karl Marx as the “opium of the people.” It’s like grasping from straws (kapit sa patalim) when chips were down. “Religion is the sigh of the oppressed creature, the heart...
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MICHAEL RAY AQUINO WANTS U.S. COURT TO ABIDE BY PH COURT’S RULING
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
CHICAGO (jGLi) – Up until before the outbreak of World War II, the United States Supreme Court had jurisdiction over the Philippine Supreme Court as the Philippines was still a Commonwealth of the U.S.
But after the Philippines gained its independence from the U.S., the Philippine Supreme Court is no longer bound by the U.S. Supreme Court although it i... Continue reading ...
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JGL Eye
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
FOR THE LOVE OF BIKOL CULTURE AND ITS PEOPLE
CHICAGO (jGLi) – When Philippine’s national hero Jose Rizal said, “Ang hindi magmahal sa sariling wika ay daig pa ang amoy ng mabahong isda,” (those who do not love their language evinces a smell worse than a rotten fish), perhaps, it also applies to other native cultures and traditions.
Perhaps, Rizal was meaning to say that one could absorb the cultures of others. But these newfound cultures shoul... Continue reading ...
Peping: LP support for PNoy a farce?
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land…” (2 Chronicles 7:14, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
READ THE BIBLE, OBEY GOD, TO FIGHT CORRUPTION: The 2010 Global Integrity Report confirms what all Filipinos have known all along---corruption is ramp... Continue reading ...
Cong. Peping: “poll losers out to get me”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer…” (Romans 12:12, the Holy Bible).
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PNOY’S RATINGS TO GO DOWN SOME MORE: The continuing slide of President Aquino’s ratings, where more and more Filipinos of all classes and in all regions are expressing dissatisfaction with him as the Chief Executive, is expected.
The perception is that, with almost one year of his admi... Continue reading ...
Peping: “LP cornered posts in PNoy gov’t”
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him…” (1 John 5:14-15, the Holy Bible).
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BIN LADEN DEATH WILL NOT STOP TERRORISM: And so Osama bin Laden is dead. But this would not mean the end of acts of terrorism. As long as peop... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, May 2, 2011,
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Reference: Pinoy Patriots Media Bureau, c/o MELANIO MAURICIO JR., 0917 984 24 68 or 0922 833 43 96
PEPING LAMBASTS
LIBERAL PARTY
FOR BLAMING HIM FOR
LP LOSSES IN THE
MAY 2010 POLLS
Calling news reports and opinion columns naming him as the leader of an opposition group against President Aquino as “miserably misleading”, former Tarlac Rep. Jose “Peping” Cojuangco Jr. said yesterday he is not involved in any way with any opposition force against the Pr... Continue reading ...
Cong. Peping lambasts LP
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him….” (Hebrews 11:6, the Holy Bible).
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CONG. PEPING LAMBASTS LP: Calling news reports and opinion columns naming him as the leader of an opposition group against President Aquino as “miserably misleading”, former Tarlac Rep. Jose “Peping” Cojuangc... Continue reading ...
Life-changing book a must readBY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIOLIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full…” (Jesus Christ, in John 10:10, the Holy Bible). -ooo- ALL WHO BELIEVE IN JESUS ARE FORGIVEN: Topnotch lawyer Joe Villanueva, known to Christian communities in the Philippines as “Brother Joe” because of his regular Thursday 8-9 p.m. program at Radyo Veritas, gave a power... Continue reading ...
Resignation ni Merci, pag-amin ng sala
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
INSPIRASYON SA BUHAY: “Alam kong nabubuhay ang aking tagapagligtas, at sa wakas ng panahon siya ay tatayo sa mundo.” (Job 19:25, Bibliya).
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PAGBIBITIW NI MERCI, PAG-AMIN NG KASALANAN: “Di ka puwedeng lumaban sa City Hall”. Ito ang nagsasalarawan sa naging pagbibitiw ni Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez. Ibig sabihin, walang sinuman ang maaaring lumaban sa mga nasa kapangyarihan at, dahil matagal din siyang nasa poder s... Continue reading ...
Crackdown on vs. Mindanao Christian schools
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Remember this: Whosever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously with also reap generously…” (2 Corinthians 9:6, the Holy Bible).
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DEPED CRACKDOWN VS. CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS: The end-times-prediction of Jesus Christ in Matthew 24:9-11 about believers being hated by all nations because of their belief and faith in Him, and being handed over to be persecuted and p... Continue reading ...
Local Gov’t Code is anti-poor
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…`For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost…’ ” (Luke 19:10, the Holy Bible). -ooo-
AGRI FUND MESS PLUNDER RAPS FILED IN HASTE: The biggest proof that the plunder case filed by the Ombudsman in connection with the P728 million agriculture fund mess is defective and done in haste is the admission by the Ombudsman itself that it is still investigating two senators and a host of other congressm... Continue reading ...
Crab mentality hits Palaro 2011
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “… Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them…” (Hebrews 7:25, the Holy Bible).
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DAYS OF RECKONING FOR GLORIA: Quezon Rep. Danilo Suarez maybe correct in saying that the plunder charges which former Solicitor General Frank Chavez filed against Gloria Arroyo was merely a response to President Aquino’s “not so subtle” or... Continue reading ...
Good police probes coming back
BY ATTY. BATAS MAURICIO
LIFE’S INSPIRATIONS: “…I and the Father are one…” (Jesus Christ, in John 10:30, the Holy Bible).
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CONGRATS, SAMMY PAGDILAO & CIDG: For someone like me who spent some time being a police reporter for a major daily in the late 1970s and early 1980s, I got a thrill of a lifetime reading the news that the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) of the Philippine National Police came up with a twist in the one-week ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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MEDITATIONS
By: Bobot Apit
Apr 15, 2011 - Friday Meditation (Dont be a Forgetful Hearer!)
Apr 15, 2011 - Friday Meditation (Dont be a Forgetful Hearer!)
"Write upon my heart, O Lord, the lessons of your holy word, and grant that I may be a doer of your word, and not a forgetful hearer only."
Friday in the Fifth Week of Lent
Jeremiah 20:10-13
Psalm 105:4-5, 6-7, 8-9
John 10:31-42 The Jews took up stones again to stone him. 32 Jesus answered them, "I have shown you many good works from the Fathe...
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SENATE BEAT
Umali and Padiernos urged local executives in Nueva Ecija to take drug test
By Jason de Asis
GAPAN CITY, April 14, 2011-To dramatize the provincial government’s all-out drive against drug syndicates in Nueva Ecija Gov. Aurelio Umali and Vice Gov. Jose Gay Padiernos yesterday urged the local chief executives in the province to help fight illegal drugs where they started subjecting themselves to a drug test even as they led thousands of Novo Ecijanos in a fun run in this city’s streets... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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JGL Eye
Filipino Veterans Under-Equipped Yet Treat Wounded Enemies During WW II
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
With 1 photo
CHICAGO (jGLi) – A Filipino veteran said here that despite being unequipped, they were still assigned in the frontlines during World War II. And yet their services were never recognized by the American people.
“We were armed with vintage Springfield rifles used during World War I and used by Philippine campaigner American Gen. J... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Mac Cabreros
Mac Cabreros
April 14, 2011
Gov’t takeover sa LTO computerization, isinulong
Hiniling ng transport group sa administrasyong Aquino na hindi na palawigin ang kontrata ng Department of Transportation and Communications (DoTC) at Stradcom Corporation kaugnay sa computerization sa Land Transportation Office (LTO).
Sa lingguhang Fernandina Forum sa Club Filipino sa Greenhills, San Juan City, sinabi ni Mr. George San Mateo, tagapagsalita ng Pinagsamang Samahan ng mga Tsu... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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SENATE BEAT
Angara calls for more secured airport and bus terminals’ security nationwide
By Jason de Asis
SENATE OFFICE, Manila, April 14, 2011-Senator Edgardo J. Angara, chair of the Senate Committee on Science and Technology yesterday called for more secured security measures in airports and bus terminals nationwide as many Filipinos gear up for travel next week where a huge volume of tourists are expected to come this holy week.
Angara said that there is a need to double our effort to prote... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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MEDITATIONS
By: Bobot Apit
Apr 14, 2011 - Thursday Meditation (Keep HIS WORD)
Jesus made a claim which only God can make – "if any one keeps my word, he will never see death." How do you keep HIS WORD?
Thursday in the Fifth Week of Lent
Genesis 17:3-9
Psalm 105:4-5, 6-7, 8-9
John 8:51-59 Truly, truly, I say to you, if any one keeps my word, he will never see death." 52 The Jews said to him, "Now we know that you have a demon. Abraham died, as did the prophets; and you say, `If any one keeps ...
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Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Perry Diaz
PerryScope
by Perry Diaz
Capone’s ghost haunts tax evaders
In 1931, when the United States failed to prosecute Alphonse “Scarface Al” Capone for the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre and other heinous crimes, government investigators took a different approach in bringing Capone to justice -- he was charged for tax evasion. The following year, Capone was found guilty and sentenced to 11 years in federal prison. Thus ended his reign of mayhem, murder, and corruption during the “... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Mac Cabreros
Mac Cabreros
April 13, 2011
Tigil pasada, iniumang
Nagpahayag ang Pinagsamang Samahan ng mga Tsuper at Opereytor Nationwide (PISTON) na magsagawa sila ng nationwide protest sa pamamagitan ng tigil-pasada kapag walang ginawang kongkretong hakbang ang gobyerno upang masolusyunan ang krisis sa langis.
Sa lingguhang Fernandina Forum sa Club Filipino sa Greenhills, San Juan City, sinabi ni Mr. George San Mateo, tagapagsalita ng PISTON, mapipilitan silang magsagawa ng tigil-pasada kapag walan... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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JGL Eye
2 Fil Ams Win in Tuesday’s Election in Illinois
By JOSEPH G. LARIOSA
(© 2011 Journal Group Link International)
with 2 photos
CHICAGO (jGLi) – Two Filipino Americans – a doctor of medicine and veteran community organizer – were among the winners in the local government consolidated elections last April 5 in Cook County, Illinois.
Incumbent Skokie Park District Commissioner and Vice President Jerry B. Clarito was re-elected to a six-year term as commissioner, collecting 1,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Mac Cabreros
Mac Cabreros
April 13, 2011
Parental censorship, kailangan sa bastos na palabas
Ang pagbabantay at gabay ng magulang ang mabisang panlaban sa panonood ng mga bata sa maseselang palabas.
Sa lingguhang Fernandina Forum sa Club Filipino sa Greenhills, San Juan City, sinabi ni A Teacher Partylist Rep. Mariano Piamonte Jr., na bagamat may MTRCB na nagre-regulate sa mga palabas sa telebisyon at puting-tabing, nakabubuting bantayan at gabayan ng mga magulang ang kanilang mg... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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CAPIZ FORUM
Explain P1-B water project, Jamora urged
BY FELIPE V. CELINO
ROXAS City — A former administrator of the Local Water Utility Administration (LWUA) was dared to level-up his “crusade” against corruption.
Lorenzo “Larry” Jamora was asked by Medardo Pestaño, former general manager of the Metro Roxas Water District (MRWD), to explain MRWD’s P1-billion water expansion project.
The public wants to know the real score of the project, Pestaño said, which allegedly cau... | | Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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SENATE BEAT
Out of town SP sessions needed in Nueva Ecija says vice governor Padiernos
By Jason de Asis
STA. ROSA, Nueva Ecija, April 13, 2011-Vice Gov. Jose Gay Padiernos defended the move of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan to transfer the venue of the weekly SP sessions to various municipalities and cities of the province from the seat of the Capitol in Palayan City to fast track the delivery of basic services to many Novo Ecijanos.
“Out of town SP sessions is one way of giving the provincial b... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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SENATE BEAT
Congress approved bill protecting rights of students
By Jason de Asis
MANILA, April 13, 2011-A measure protecting the right of students to enroll in review centers of their choice in preparation for the licensure examinations was approved on third and final reading in the House of Representatives led by Bayan Muna Party-List Representative Teodoro Casiño, who authored the House Bill 3546 otherwise known as the Protection of Students' Rights to Enroll in Review Centers Act said that it... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
P240-T cash carted away by robbers in latest Butuan gas station robbery; Security Guard shot dead
Robbers shot dead Butuan Petron Gas station security guard; P240-T cash carted away
By Ben Serrano
April 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - A security guard of a Butuan City Petron gasoline station was shot dead by suspected robbers past 2 .a.m. early dawn Sunday after said helpless security guard tried to fight it out with suspected robbers who hogtied another security guard ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
Suspected mentally deranged man in Agusan Norte town in hacking spree; two seriously wounded
by Ben Serrano
April 12, 2011
BUENAVISTA, Agusan del Norte (PNA) - Without apparent reason, a suspected mentally deranged man hacked two gasoline station pump boys in separate occasions and different gas stations here Sunday evening, Buenavista police report said.
As if gone berserk, the suspect later identified as by Jimmy Troque, legal age, single a... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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MEDITATIONS
By: Bobot Apit
Apr 13, 2011 - Wednesday Meditation (Hold Fast!)
Apr 13, 2011 - Wednesday Meditation (Hold Fast!)
Reflective faith is always better than blind faith; considered beliefs are stronger than tenuous assumptions. What you believe, understand why you believe it. Think for a minute—what tenets of your life do you hold this strongly, this definitely, to the point to which they construct part of your very core of being? What beliefs and opinions make you indubitably who you ar...
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Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Mac Cabreros
Mac Cabreros
April 12, 2011
Batas, ituturo sa paaralan
Matapos ang isinagawang training ng mga gruo at field testing, papasimulan nang isasama sa kurikulum ang Public Education on the Rule of Law Advancement and Support (PERLAS) Teaching Exemplars.
Ayon sa Department of Education (DepEd), ituturo sa paaralan ang pag-ikot ng sistema ng hustisya sa bansa.
“PERLAS will help the department in upgrading the quality of education in the country,” pahayag ni Education Secretary A... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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SENATE BEAT
Government should be prepared to protect people in case of nuclear fallout
By Jason de Asis
SENATE OFFICE, Manila, April 12, 2011-Senator Loren Legarda, Chair of the Senate Committee on Climate Change urged the government to prepare people and closely to monitor public health impacts of Japan’s nuclear fallout even as government downplayed the possibility of radiation exposure in the Philippines, saying that to be prepared for such an incident is always much better; however, remote may... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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SENATE BEAT
Logging firms shifted to mariculture to create jobs to 800 displaced families in Aurora
By Jason de Asis
CASIGURAN, Aurora, April 12, 2011-The largest logging concessionaire in the province shifted to try other means of survival including mariculture pending reconsideration of Executive Order 23 that declared two months ago a moratorium on tree-cutting in natural and residual forests nationwide as President Aquino ordered for total log ban in the country.
With the suspension of logg... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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MEDITATIONS
By: Bobot Apit
Apr 12, 2011 - Tuesday Meditation (Make Room for JESUS!)
To fail to recognize Jesus and where he came from is to remain in spiritual darkness; to believe Jesus and his words is to walk in the joy and light of God's truth. Each of us is given the opportunity to know and to accept Jesus Christ, as our Lord and Savior. Life here is limited and short, but how we live it has everlasting consequences. Do you take advantage of the present time to make room for God so that your l...
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Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
Former Chief Justice urged a stop to illegal logging, illegal mining in Caraga Region
by Ben Serrano
April 12, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Reacting on the question raised during press conference here on continuing illegal logging activities in Agusan River, retired Chief Justice Reynato S. Puno in reply wanted a stop to all destructive activities affecting environment like illegal logging and illegal mining
Environmental watch groups claimed President Aquino's E.O. 23... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
Business Opportunity Forum for more than 100 Caraga OFWs, beneficiaries held
by Ben Serrano
April 11, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - To cushion the impact of massive repatriation of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) from some troubled countries, the Caraga regional office of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) have recently conducted a one-day business opportunity forum to some 100 OFWs and their fa... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
4,000 campus scribes, trainers gather in Butuan City for 2011 National Schools Press Confab
by Ben Serrano
April 11, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - An estimated 4,000 campus journalists, trainers and Department of Education (Dep Ed) officials coming from all over the country started to arrive here in Butuan City since Saturday, Sunday and today for the five-day 2011 National Schools Press Conference slated April 11-15, 2011.
Butuan City is this year’s... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
Big Butuan City store ransacked by robbers
by Ben Serrano
April 11, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Just recently opened Butuan City Branch store of UNICITY General Merchandise was recent victim of rising robbery cases in the city and other parts of Caraga region.
Owned by Chinese nationals, UNICITY have big store branches established in almost all key cities nationwide.
The UNICITY Butuan City store branch is located at prime commercial location in this... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Perry Diaz
Balitang Kutsero
By Perry Diaz
Interview with Mikey
My investigative reporter James Macaquecquec interviewed ex-prez Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s son, Congressman Juan Miguel “Mikey” Arroyo. The interview went like this:
James: Good afternoon, Congressman Arroyo.
Mikey: Good afternoon, din, James. Just call me Mikey. No need for formalities.
James: Okay, Mikey. First of all, I want to thank you for granting me this interview.
Mikey: Don’t thank me; thank... Continue reading ...
Posted by Batas Internet Media on Monday, April 25, 2011,
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Ben Serrano
Retired Chief Justice Puno accepts adviser role pro-bono for Butuan City greening project
By Ben Serrano
April 9, 2011
BUTUAN CITY (PNA) - Retired Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Puno on Saturday accepted invitation of the Butuan City government through City Mayor Ferdinand Amante, Jr to be the city government’s adviser/consultant in the city’s greening project.
The project which has been launched recently is the first of its kind among cities i... Continue reading ...
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CAPIZ FORUM
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‘BAD FOR ECOLOGY’
70 mining applications waiting MGB action
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