PHL beauty queen Isabella Manjon to Miss Tourism Queen International

Binibining Pilipinas-Tourism Isabella Manjon will be the country’s candidate in the Miss Tourism Queen International World Final beauty pageant on Dec. 27, 2011 at the Xian Quijiang International Conference Exhibition Center in China. (PNA photo courtesy of Genie Villota)
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NFA rice supply and procurement program discussed on ‘Talking Points’ program

National Food Authority (NFA) Public Affairs Division Chief Rex Estoperez (left) discusses the agency’s rice supply and procurement program during the “Talking Points” program aired over the government-run Radyo ng Bayan and People’s Television (PTV) 4 on Tuesday (Dec. 13, 2011). Others in the photo are program host Allan Allanigue (right) and co-host Maju Ramos. (PNA photo by Johnny D. Guevarra)

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President Aquino inspects the facilities of the Army General Hospital in Fort Bonifacio

President Benigno S. Aquino III listens to the resident radiologist of the Army General Hospital (AGH) in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City during an inspection of its facilities on Monday (Dec. 12, 2011). The President’s visit to the Army hospital coincided with the 18th day of the “Pamaskong Handog ng PAGCOR 2011: 25 Days of Christmas, 25 Years of PAGCOR” gift-giving project in Fort Bonifacio. PAGCOR’s Pamaskong Handog Project commenced on November 25 and ends on December 19. It will will benefit more than 7,000 beneficiaries in 36 charitable institutions nationwide. (Photo by: Gil Nartea/Malacañang Photo Bureau/ PNA)
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President Aquino distributes family packs to wounded soldiers confined at the Army General Hospital

President Benigno S. Aquino III distributes family packs to wounded soldiers confined at the Army General Hospital (AGH) during the 18th day of the “Pamaskong Handog ng PAGCOR 2011: 25 Days of Christmas, 25 Years of PAGCOR” gift-giving project in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City on Monday (Dec. 12, 2011). PAGCOR’s Pamaskong Handog Project commenced on November 25 and ends on December 19. It will
benefit more than 7,000 beneficiaries in 36 charitable institutions nationwide. (Photo by: Gil Nartea/Malacañang Photo Bureau/PNA)
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Malacañang congratulates Filipino-American for bagging 2011 CNN Hero of the Year

MANILA, Dec. 12 — Malacanang congratulated Filipino-American midwife Robin Lim who was named the 2011 CNN Hero of the Year, a Palace official said on Monday.

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(Metro News) SC lifts ‘Writ of Kalikasan’ vs. FPIC’s “white oil pipeline”

MANILA, Dec. 12 — The Supreme Court (SC) has temporarily lifted the writ of 'kalikasan' it issued against the “white oil pipeline” of the First Philippine Industrial Corp. (FPIC).

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Ongpin’s private secretary shows up in Senate, avoids arrest

By Jelly F. Musico

MANILA, Dec. 12 – A private secretary of controversial businessman Roberto Ongpin appeared before the Senate executive session on Monday to answer questions on the alleged behest loans of his boss from Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) and avoid move to cite her in contempt.

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CA junks civil raps vs. ex-DOJ chief Raul Gonzalez

MANILA, Dec. 12 – The Court of Appeals (CA) has dismissed the civil case filed against former Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Raul Gonzalez Sr.

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House readies impeach raps vs SC Chief Justice

By Lilybeth G. Ison

MANILA, Dec. 12 — The House of Representatives on Monday is coming up with a complaint that would impeach Supreme Court Chief Justice Renato Corona.

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Corona belittles impeachment threats against him

MANILA, Dec. 12 — Supreme Court (SC) Chief Justice Renato Corona on Monday disclosed of a scheme to oust him and to destabilize the Judiciary.

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