Malacañang ‘saddened but resolved’ after discovery of beheaded German’s body

Inquirer.net 03/05/2017

Malacañang on Sunday reiterated the government’s commitment to address terrorism in the country following the discovery of the remains of beheaded German hostage Jurgen Kantner in Sulu. “The Philippine government is deeply saddened but resolved as ever…

Trump considers new immigration order

02/11/2017

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump has said he is considering drafting a new order to ban migrants from majority-Muslim nations after his initial decree fell foul of the law. Insisting that he has the law on…

Trump’s first major test

01/30/2017

NEW YORK — Donald Trump faced mass protests and global outrage over his controversial ban on travelers from seven Muslim countries, facing the first real test of his nine-day administration. The ban was criticized by allies, sparked…

Canada offers temporary home to those stranded by Trump order

01/30/2017

OTTAWA — Canada will offer temporary residence permits to people stranded in the country as a result of US President Donald Trump’s travel ban, the immigration ministry said Sunday. “Let me assure those who may be stranded…

Trump’s controversial first week

Ricky Poca 01/30/2017

The first week of US President Donald J. Trump was filled with controversy as he issued numerous executive orders that somehow made good on his campaign promises. His first executive order that ordered the building of a…

Trump to block refugees, restrict Muslim visitors

01/26/2017

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump was reportedly poised to suspend the US refugee program for four months and to halt visas for travelers from seven Muslim countries — moves that could come as early as Thursday. According…

OFWs’ numbers up despite economic boom

Vanessa Claire Lucero 06/10/2015

The number of Filipinos going overseas to work is projected to continue to increase despite the country’s good economic performance, an official said. Evelyn Durato, regional director of the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), said the number…

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