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Duterte plans to push federalism vision, reiterates vow to crack down on crime

Tuesday, 10 May 2016 15:34 Written by
DAVAO CITY, Philippines -- (UPDATE - 12:53 p.m.) Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte announced plans on Tuesday for a radical overhaul of the country's unitary system of government that would empower the provinces.At the same time, the incendiary politician reiterated…

#PHVOTE 2016 Live Results

Tuesday, 10 May 2016 14:06 Written by
On this page, you will find the updates on latest vote tally for the 5 presidential candidates: vice president Jejomar Binay (UNA), Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago (PRP), Davao Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (PDP–Laban), Senator Grace Poe (Independent) and former DILG secretary…

PH rises to third place in crony-capitalism index

Tuesday, 10 May 2016 12:38 Written by
  THE PHILIPPINES moved up to third place on a list of countries where so-called “crony sectors” accounted for a big chunk of the gross domestic product (GDP), even as the share of rent-seeking tycoons’ wealth slightly slid amid a…

What voters should bring on election day

Friday, 06 May 2016 16:25 Written by
Are you all set for the elections? Here are a few important reminders on what voters should bring on election day, May 9 (Monday). Find out more on this video.

Consider the peace process when voting on election day — Peace Adviser

Thursday, 05 May 2016 15:44 Written by
  PASIG CITY – Filipino voters should factor the stance of their candidates on peace for the country come election day on May 9, in order to preserve and continue the gains of the peace process initiatives of the current…

How to prevent cheating with the vote-counting machines

Wednesday, 04 May 2016 15:31 Written by
Know the weak features of this animal called the VCM that the unscrupulous might exploit on election dayThe Internet is the Wild Wild West of information, that searching for the right and accurate often poses a challenge. Given the approaching…

Noy: No one is indispensable in government

Wednesday, 04 May 2016 10:07 Written by
  MANILA, Philippines – Less than a week before Filipinos elect a new chief executive, President Aquino reminded people that nobody is indispensable in government.“Sometimes there are still those who tell me, ‘you should have sought reelection.’ I said, ‘that’s…

Social media play bigger role but TV ads still king

Tuesday, 03 May 2016 11:26 Written by
SOCIAL media have played a bigger role in the campaign for this year’s national elections, but they suffer from credibility issues, leaving traditional media, especially television, still the best platform for politicians to pitch their message.
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