The decrepit state of the Manila Zoo was retweeted many times that it created a global trend on Twitter. Malacañang released an official statement expressing concern on the alarming condition of the animals in Manila Zoo. Photo via kuro-akira.livejournal.co “We share the concern expressed by concerned citizens over the condition in which animals are kept [...]
Archive | July 14, 2011
URIARTE: “We no longer live like normal citizens..”
This is the statement of former Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) general manager Rosario Uriarte as she appeals to the senators of her right against self-incrimination. According to reports, Uriarte was in tears when she told the Senate that she does not want to give further testimonials that may be used against her, and thus invoke [...]
“Our nation needs honest leaders who tell the truth”
PCSO SCANDAL: WHO SAYS PAJERO? The PCSO scandal broke the news when PCSCO Chair Margie Juico revealed that bishops got “pajeros” from the past PCSO administration. The bishops were hurt that they were called the “Pajero Bishops”. During the senate inquiry, it was revealed that there was no Pajero issued to the bishops. Juico then [...]
On Philippine TV Weather Reporting
There was a time in Philippine TV history when Ernie Baron was considered the only face of weather news and trivia. During those unchallenged years, Ernie Baron was able to establish himself as someone who could really do the chores of a meteorologist and the commitment to be the ‘walking encyclopedia.’ Some are positive nobody [...]
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“Sec Leila de Lima refused Zaldy Ampatuan’s non-offer. Good for her”
Presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said it clearly. “No, certainly not,” when asked regarding possible deals with Zaldy Ampatuan, a suspended Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) governor, in exchange for his exposès. “Sa mga nagsasabi na kami ay makikipag-coddle sa mga Ampatuan, hindi po totoo iyo.” The issue is beginning to be very politicized. It [...]