I. BANNER STORIES
Neri under attack again
Executive privilege to ‘stay with him for life’
By Gil C. Cabacungan Jr., Michael Lim Ubac
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 01:56:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines—Back in the public glare, Romulo Neri Thursday insisted that he was qualified to serve as administrator of the Social Security System, and that criticisms of his new appointment were “unfair.”
http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/inquirerheadlines/nation/view/20080711-147700/Neri-under-attack-again
ISAFP tapped to assess food, energy situation
By Paolo Romero
Friday, July 11, 2008
Amid warnings of possible civil unrest over soaring food and fuel prices, President Arroyo has included the military intelligence service in a superbody that would implement preventive measures to address the crisis.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710141
3. Manila Times
Direct investments plunge
First four months see 43.5% decline, says central bank
Foreign direct investments in the Philippines plunged 43.5 percent from a year earlier to $820 million in the four months to April, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reported Thursday.
http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2008/july/11/yehey/top_stories/20080711top1.html
4. Malaya
CBCP chief unaware of meet with GMA
Talks set for next week arranged by ‘friendly’ bishops?
BY GERARD NAVAL
ARCHBISHOP Angel Lagdameo yesterday denied knowledge of any scheduled meeting between bishops and President Arroyo to discuss the value added tax.
http://www.malaya.com.ph/jul11/news1.htm
RP marks World Population Day
We are 12th most populous nation in the world
Experts to assess impact on food security, poverty
By CHRISTINA I. HERMOSO
The Philippines, the world’s 12th most populous nation in the world today, joins the rest of the world in the annual observance of World Population Day (WPD) today.
http://www.mb.com.ph/MAIN20080711129483.html
7. Abante
HIGOP-GAS GANG RUMORONDA!
Ni BERNARD TAGUINOD
Gumagala nga-yon sa Metro Manila ang isang grupo ng Bukas-Kotse Gang na ang bagong modus operandi ay higupin ang lamang gasolina o diesel ng binibiktimang sasakyan.
http://www.abante.com.ph/issue/july1108/default.htm
3 BADING NAGRAMBOL SA MACHONG PAPA
Ni ARMIDA RICO
Sugatan ang isang bading nang hatawin ng bote ng beer sa ulo ng kapwa bading na una niyang sinita sa ginagawang pagpapa-charming umano sa kanyang kasamang machong lalaki sa loob ng isang videoke bar kahapon ng madaling araw sa Baclaran, Parañaque City.
http://www.abante-tonite.com/issue/july1108/news_story1.htm
Pondo ng SSS delikado
Ni Malou Escudero
Friday, July 11, 2008
Namemeligro umanong mawaldas ang pondo ng Social Security System (SSS) sa pagluklok kay CHED Chairman at dating NEDA Chief Romulo Neri. Ito ang nagkakaisang paniniwala ng mga opposition senators kabilang sina Senate Minority Floorleader Aquilino Pimentel, Chiz, Escudero at Alan Peter Cayetano.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Bansa&p=50&type=2&sec=54&aid=20080710108
10. Journal
SULPICIO REBUFFED
By: Hector Lawas
Court won’t stop Marine inquiry
SULPICIO Lines, Inc. will have to face the music as a Manila court yesterday refused to stop the investigation into the sinking of the MV Princess of the Stars.
http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2008-07-11&sec=1&aid=66214
11. Business World
BY RUBY ANNE M. RUBIO, Senior Reporter
Gov’t looking to tweak taxes
THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT has begun studying ways that will allow the state to collect more taxes with the government under pressure to keep shielding the poor from soaring food and fuel prices.
http://bworldonline.com/BW071108/content.php?id=001
12. Business Mirror
Government targets P40B-P45B deficit
BALANCED-BUDGET GOAL MAY BE MOVED ANEW TO PROVIDE FUNDS FOR AGRI, SOCIAL SECTORS
By Cai U. Ordinario
Reporter
AS a means to pump in more funds for public welfare and agriculture projects while controlling government spending, the government is aiming to hit a deficit of P40 billion to P45 billion next year if a balanced budget will not be possible, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (Neda).
http://www.businessmirror.com.ph/07102008/headlines01.html
II. POLITICAL
Court junks Sulpicio suit to stop hearing
By Allison Lopez, Jerome Aning, Leila Salaverria
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 01:47:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines—The Manila Regional Trial Court Thursday dismissed for lack of merit a petition by Sulpicio Lines Inc. to stop the Board of Marine Inquiry (BMI) from investigating the sinking of the MV Princess of the Stars.
SSS president: Let us give Neri a chance
By Michelle Remo
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 02:36:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines—The outgoing administrator of the Social Security System does not personally know the man who will replace her, but she thinks the public should give him a chance to prove himself worthy of his appointment.
Sulu police chief admits second ransom paid
By Alcuin Papa
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 02:45:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines—The police chief of Sulu province has admitted that a second ransom was paid for the release of the ABS-CBN news team kidnapped in the town of Maimbung last month.
69 bishops back Panlilio plunder case vs Bong Pineda
By Tonette Orejas
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 05:21:00 07/11/2008
ANGELES CITY—A plunder case filed by Pampanga Gov. Eddie Panlilio against suspected “jueteng” lord Rodolfo “Bong” Pineda with the Ombudsman has the blessings of at least 69 bishops.
Arroyo orders ISAFP to monitor unrest
By Michael Lim Ubac, Tina Santos
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 05:21:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines—With fuel prices hitting the roof, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has resorted to measures ostensibly aimed at preventing food and fuel riots from rocking the capital and key cities across the country.
RP-China-Vietnam exploration deal on Spratlys lapses
By Abigail L. Ho
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 05:22:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines -- The controversial Joint Marine Seismic Undertaking (JMSU), the tripartite agreement among the Philippines, China and Vietnam to hunt for oil and gas in the South China Sea, has expired and the government has decided to leave it at that—for now.
CHR sets development project for 3 most neglected tribes
By Jocelyn Uy
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 05:23:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines—The mountain dwellers of Kibungan town in Benguet province may soon enjoy well-paved roads that would allow them easy access to medicines, education and electricity.
BIRTH CONTROL
Arroyo supports Church dialogue with Congress
By Kristine L. Alave
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 05:24:00 07/11/2008
MANILA, Philippines -- President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has expressed support for a dialogue between local Catholic Church leaders and members of Congress on the twin issues of population control and reproductive health, officials present at a dinner at Malacañang on Wednesday said.
Sulpicio petition vs BMI junked
By Sandy Araneta
Friday, July 11, 2008
The Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) yesterday junked for lack of merit the appeal of Sulpicio Lines Inc. (SLI) for a temporary restraining order (TRO) to stop the investigation of the Board of Marine Inquiry (BMI) on the capsizing of the M/V Princess of the Stars last June 21 in Romblon.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710142
14th Congress: Biazon top absentee, Jamby often late
By Christina Mendez
Friday, July 11, 2008
Sen. Rodolfo Biazon, chairman of the Senate committee on national defense and security, had the most number of absences during the first regular session of the 14th Congress.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710143
MRT in danger of overloading – DOTC
Friday, July 11, 2008
With trains filled to more than maximum capacity, especially during rush hours on weekdays, overloading and wear and tear have caused serious concerns regarding the Metro Rail Transit (MRT).
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710144
I’m qualified for SSS – Neri
By Marvin Sy
Friday, July 11, 2008
Incoming Social Security System (SSS) administrator and chief executive officer Romulo Neri defended his new appointment, saying that he is qualified for the position just as he had been qualified for his other positions in the past.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710145
GMA cabalen to head ERC
Friday, July 11, 2008
President Arroyo appointed yesterday former Pampanga representative Zenaida Ducut as acting chairman of the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC).
Ducut takes over from Rodolfo Albano who retired on Wednesday. Ducut, who like the President also hails from Lubao in Pampanga, is concurrently deputy chief presidential legal counsel.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710146
Court martial dismisses 11 Magdalo soldiers over Oakwood mutiny
By Jaime Laude And Michael Punongbayan
Friday, July 11, 2008
Eleven military officers who took part in the failed Oakwood mutiny five years ago were ordered dismissed from military service by a court-martial yesterday after they pleaded guilty to violating Article of War No. 96 (Conduct Unbecoming an Officer and a Gentleman).
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710147
Sotto seeks lifting of juvenile exemption from illegal drug cases
By Edu Punay
Friday, July 11, 2008
Newly appointed Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) chairman Vicente “Tito” Sotto III urged Congress to amend the law on juvenile justice to strengthen the campaign against illegal drugs, particularly among the youth.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710148
DOLE pushes ‘non-economic’ benefits for workers
Friday, July 11, 2008
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is pushing “non-economic” benefits to help workers cope with the continuing increase in transport fare and prices of essential commodities.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710150
Nograles to GMA: Consult Congress on social welfare program
By Delon Porcalla
Friday, July 11, 2008
Speaker Prospero Nograles wants executive officials and legislators to convene a consultative meeting on President Arroyo’s social welfare program ahead of her State of the Nation Address on July 28.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710151
FX taxis not included in P10 tip for metered cabs – LTFRB
Friday, July 11, 2008
The compulsory P10 “tip” for metered cabs does not apply to FX taxis, the common term for passenger Asian utility vehicles that have become popular among commuters, particularly office workers.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710152
RP tourism still growing despite economic slump, says Durano
By Mayen Jaymalin
Friday, July 11, 2008
Despite the spiraling cost of travel and the prevailing global economic slump, the Department of Tourism (DOT) expects more foreign tourists to visit the country.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710153
Lagdameo clueless on Palace-bishops meeting on economic policies
By Evelyn Macairan
Friday, July 11, 2008
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) president and Jaro, Iloilo Archbishop Angel Lagdameo yesterday said he was unaware if Church officials were invited to Malacañang to discuss the calls to review the government’s economic policies.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710154
Transport group hits awarding of CTPL monopoly to GSIS
By Rainier Allan Ronda
Friday, July 11, 2008
A transport group criticized yesterday the move of the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) to give the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) the monopoly on the issuance of compulsory third party liability (CTPL) insurance for motor vehicles.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710155
Japanese experts in RP to jump-start Pagasa’s P500-M Doppler project
By Helen Flores
Friday, July 11, 2008
A team of experts from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has arrived in the country to conduct basic design study to jumpstart the Japanese government’s P500-million Doppler radar project with the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa).
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710156
Meralco asks CA to issue preliminary injunction vs SEC, GSIS
By Mike Frialde
Friday, July 11, 2008
Executives of the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) have filed their memorandum before the Special Ninth Division of the Court of Appeals and prayed that a writ of preliminary injunction be issued enjoining the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) from implementing the undated cease and desist order (CDO) served last May 27 during Meralco’s stockholders meeting.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710157
South Korean foreign minister in RP next week
Friday, July 11, 2008
South Korea’s foreign minister will pay an official visit to the Philippines next week to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced yesterday.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710158
Isnaji lawyer confident DOJ will dismiss kidnap case
By Cecille Suerte Felipe
Friday, July 11, 2008
The lawyer of Indanan Mayor Alvarez Isnaji and his son Haider, who were implicated in the kidnapping of ABS-CBN broadcast journalist Ces Drilon and her crew last month, claimed the prosecution panel would likely dismiss the charges against his clients for lack of evidence.
http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080710159
Mar: Who says VAT is only source of revenues?
BY JP LOPEZ
THE government should stop deceiving the public that the 12 percent value-added tax on oil is the only source of funds for its pro-poor programs, Sen. Mar Roxas II said yesterday.
http://www.malaya.com.ph/jul11/news3.htm
Pondo ng SSS hanggang 2036
Nina Tina Mendoza, Boyet Jadulco, Rey Marfil, Eralyn Prado,
Rose Miranda, JB Salarzon at Noel Abuel
Sa pag-alis ni Social Security System (SSS) president Corazon dela Paz-Bernardo, ibinunyag nito na nasa matatag na kalagayang pinansyal ang ahensya at ang pondong inuupuan niya ngayon ay sapat sa pangangailangan at benepisyo ng 22 milyong SSS members hanggang sa taong 2036.
http://www.abante.com.ph/issue/july1108/news02.htm
SSS job ‘not a gift’ from President–Neri
Incoming Social Security System (SSS) President Romulo Neri on Thursday brushed aside reports that his latest appointment was a “political payback” and a “gift” from President Gloria Arroyo for his continued silence over the botched $330-million national broadband deal with China’s ZTE Corp.
http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2008/july/11/yehey/top_stories/20080711top8.html
Energy efficiency roadmap urged at science meeting
By MADEL R. SABATER
An energy efficiency expert of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday urged the government to finalize the energy efficiency roadmap and allocate resources for it to increase the country’s competitiveness in the Asia- Pacific region.
http://www.mb.com.ph/MAIN20080711129488.html
Oil VAT collection ibinalandra ng BOC
(Juliet de Loza/Bernard Taguinod)
Bilang tugon sa paghahanap kamakalawa ni Sen. Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero ng kita ng Bureau Internal Revenue (BIR) at Bureau of Customs (BOC) mula sa kinokolektang 12% value added tax (VAT) para sa mga produktong petrolyo, inilatag kahapon ng huli ang kabuuan nilang koleksyon ng oil VAT sa unang semestre ng taong kasalukuyan.
http://www.abante.com.ph/issue/july1108/news03.htm
20 milyong SSS members delikado kay Neri
Ni Rey Marfil
Ito ang naging pangamba at babala ni Sen. Manuel Roxas II matapos italaga ni Pangulong Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo sa Social Security System (SSS) si Commission on Higher Education (CHED) chairman Romulo Neri.
http://www.abante-tonite.com/issue/july1108/news_story2.htm
New SSS chief Neri vows to protect agency’s funds
By GENALYN D. KABILING
Incoming Social Security System (SSS) President Romulo L. Neri yesterday vowed to protect the funds of the pension agency for private workers and the welfare of its members as he dispelled "unfair" the criticisms surrounding his appointment.
http://www.mb.com.ph/MTNN20080711129496.html
Itsa-puwera sa ‘pork’
(Rey Marfil/Eralyn Prado)
Ibinulalas kahapon ni Senate minority leader Aquilino Pimentel Jr. ang hindi patas na polisiya ng Malacañang sa pagre-release ng ‘pork barrel’ sa hanay ng mga mambabatas dahil mas pinapaboran umano ang mga malalapit at kapanalig ni Pangulong Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo samantalang naiitsa-puwera naman ang mga nasa oposisyon at kritiko sa pamahalaan.
http://www.abante.com.ph/issue/july1108/news04.htm
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