Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Philippines: UN works with communities to rebuild lives

New York, May 8 : Six months after Typhoon Haiyan devastated the Philippines, while signs of recovery are starting to emerge, progress remains fragile, the United Nations on Wednesday said urging continued international support for the 14 million people affected. More here: Philippines: UN works with communities to rebuild lives

Sandigan lets Cebu ex-gov Garcia travel to China

The Sandiganbayan on Wednesday approved the request of Cebu Rep. Gwendolyn Garcia to travel to China and attend an international conference of legislators. More here: Sandigan lets Cebu ex-gov Garcia travel to China

Sandiganbayan OKs Gwen Garcia travel to China

MANILA, Philippines—The Sandiganbayan Second Division on Wednesday allowed Cebu Representative Gwendolyn Garcia to travel abroad. Garcia is facing two counts of graft and one count of illegal use of public funds for the Cebu government's purchase of 24.7 hectares of beachfront property for P98.9 million. Garcia will be going to China from May 8 to 18 to attend a conference. “Accordingly, accused ... More here: Sandiganbayan OKs Gwen Garcia travel to China