PNoy tells youth: Don’t just spend time on selfies, be involved in govt

President Benigno Aquino III on Friday enjoined the Filipino youth to be involved in government instead of spending too much time on fads in the Internet age.

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PNoy tells youth: Don’t just spend time on selfies, be involved in govt

President Benigno Aquino III on Friday enjoined the Filipino youth to be involved in government instead of spending too much time on fads in the Internet age.

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Keep children from caroling on roads, DSWD asks parents

With just one week before Christmas Day, the Department of Social Welfare and Development appealed to parents to keep their children away from busy roads when caroling.

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Co-worker claims Sandiganbayan guard got solicitation money

A fellow security guard of the Sandiganbayan claimed that his co-worker, Ronald Allan R. Gole Cruz, received solicitation money from a private individual earlier this month.

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NDRRMC: Number of people affected by Ruby breaches 4M mark, damage pegged at P5.09B

The number of people affected by Typhoon Ruby (Hagupit) breached the four-million mark as of Friday morning, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said.

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LOOK: Comelec’s Brillantes dresses up as Santa in last Christmas with poll body

For what could be his last time as Elections chairman, Sixto Brillantes Jr. dressed up as Santa Claus for the agency's Christmas program Friday.

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Prosecution blocks Jinggoy’s Christmas furlough plea

Government prosecutors on Friday blocked Senator Jinggoy Estrada's motion to be allowed to leave detention on Christmas and New Year, insisting that he should be treated no differently from ordinary prisoners.

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Laude sister finally sees Pemberton in person

Finally, a sister of slain transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude on Friday got to see in person the US Marine corporal charged for the murder.

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Convoy believed to bear Pemberton leaves Olongapo court

A convoy of vehicles believed to bear US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton left the Olongapo City Regional Trial Court before 10 a.m. Friday, after Pemberton's appearance before the court.

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Pemberton booked, but no arraignment yet

Murder suspect Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton underwent booking procedures Friday but his arraignment for the killing of Filipino transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude did not push through as the US Marine's camp filed a motion to suspend proceedings before the Olongapo City Regional Trial Court.

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LIVE UPDATE: Pemberton arraignment for Laude killing

US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton is to be arraigned Friday at the Olongapo Regional Trial Court Branch 74 for the murder of Filipina transgender Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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De Lima makes 2nd visit to Bilibid

Justice Secretary Leila de Lima on Friday morning made another visit to the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City, less than a week after finding several amenities there in a surprise visit.

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Laude family, militants arrive at Olongapo Hall of Justice to demand justice

The family of slain Filipino transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude arrived at the Olongapo City Hall of Justice early Friday for the arraignment of murder suspect US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton.

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Pemberton to be arraigned Friday for Laude killing

Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton, the suspect in the killing of Filipina transgender Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude, will be arraigned Friday at the Olongapo City Regional Trial Court Branch 74.

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SUV with diplomatic plates arrives at Olongapo hall of justice

A white sport-utility vehicle with diplomatic plates arrived at the Olongapo City Hall of Justice before dawn Friday, the day Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton is to be presented before a court for the murder of transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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3-vehicle convoy seen leaving Pemberton detention facility

A three-vehicle convoy was seen leaving early Friday the facility in Camp Aguinaldo where Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton, the Marine charged with murder for the killing of transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude, is detained.

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Pemberton can leave PHL if govt fails to gain custody over him, lawmaker warns

Lance Cpl. Joseph Scott Pemberton, the US Marine charged with murder for the killing of Filipino transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude, could leave the Philippines in a year's time unless the government takes custody of him.

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Makati’s cake supplier slapped with P46.6-M tax evasion case

The Bureau of Internal Revenue on Thursday filed a P46.6 million tax evasion case against a supplier of supplier of the Makati City Hall cafiteria and the Ospital ng Makati.

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Lacson wants to transfer his office’s rehab duties to NDRRMC

Presidential Assistant for Rehabilitation and Recovery Panfilo Lacson on Thursday proposed the transfer of post-disaster rehabilitation duties currently being handled by his office to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

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Pemberton arraigned Friday? US Navy inspects Olongapo court

Everything appears set for the arraignment on Friday of Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton, the Marine charged with murder for the killing of transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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House OKs Sandiganbayan reform bill

The House of Representatives has approved on third and final reading a measure introducing structural reforms in the Sandiganbayan to speed up the resolution of corruption cases.

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PNP: Stay away from these seven illegal firecrackers

The Philippine National Police on Thursday warned the public against using at least seven illegal firecrackers as its explosive content is beyond what the law provides for.

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‘Rich inmates help in prison wanting in resources’

The system in which wealthy prisoners of the New Bilibid Prison (NBP) get to enjoy some privileges in exchange for their contributions for the improvement of the NBP facility is not a totally bad practice, the leader of a prison outreach program said on Thursday.

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DOH ‘welcomes’ NBI probe of controversial Ona procurement of vaccines

The Department of Health (DOH) said on Thursday it welcomes the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) probe on the allegedly anomalous purchase by Health Secretary-on-leave Enrique Ona of 1 million units of pneumonia vaccines worth P833.6 million.

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US State Dept. assures PHL govt of cooperation on Laude slay case

The United States, through its Department of State, on Thursday reiterated that it will cooperate with the Philippine government in connection with the October 11 killing of Filipino transgender Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude in Olongapo City allegedly by a US serviceman.

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Olongapo cops ready for Pemberton court appearance

Police in Olongapo City have finalized security preparations for a possible court appearance on Friday of Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton, the Marine charged with murder for the killing of transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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Talks on custody for Pemberton over, says DFA

The Department of Foreign Affairs on Thursday said it will no longer continue to seek custody of US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton after the US categorically denied its request.

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Still no decision for longest-running kidnap-slay case of 5-year-old girl, nanny

The promulgation on the case of five-year-old Eunice Kaye Chuang and her nanny has been postponed anew, 14 years since they were found dead after being kidnapped.

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Palace to US: Ensure Pemberton’s appearance before Olongapo court

The US side should follow the Olongapo City court's orders as regards the appearance of Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton in proceedings related to the murder case filed against him for the killing Filipino transgender Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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Despite US rejection, PHL to insist custody over Pemberton

Despite the US government's denial, the Philippine government will continue insisting on getting custody over US Marine Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton, who is charged with murder in connection with the killing of Filipino transgender Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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Gloria Arroyo leaves Makati Med after mammogram

Former President and Pampanga Rep. Gloria Arroyo left the Makati Medical Center shortly before 3 p.m. Thursday, after undergoing a digital mammogram there.

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Gang culture part of a long-standing system in Bilibid

Without a ban on them, gangs have become part of the culture inside the New Bilibid Prisons, with one former Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) official even saying it is “unavoidable.”

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FVR: Higher interests of PHL should prevail in Pemberton custody issue

Former President Fidel V. Ramos said Thursday the interest of the entire country should be the main consideration on the issue of the killing of Filipino transgender woman Jeffrey “Jennifer” Laude and the custody of suspect Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton.

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Gloria Arroyo now at Makati Med for mammogram

Former President and Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo arrived at the Makati Medical Center shortly after 1 p.m. for her digital mammogram.

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PNoy vows to sign bill increasing soldiers’ subsistence allowances

President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday pledged to sign a bill seeking to increase the subsistence allowances of soldiers.

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PNoy to AFP: Don’t succumb to personal interests during 2016 polls

Over a year before the national elections, President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday already reminded the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) not to let its members be used for personal interests during the 2016 polls.

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WATCH: Organizers post gentle reminder video for papal visit

Dress properly, don't litter, and refrain from pushing and shoving at events with Pope Francis during his Philippine visit in January.

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SC: Half-day work on Dec. 23, no work on Dec. 29 in courts

Courts will have half-day work on Dec. 23, and will have the day off on the last Monday of 2014, the Supreme Court said Thursday.

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Coast Guard on heightened alert for Christmas exodus, monitors ports

The Philippine Coast Guard on Thursday went on heightened alert for the yearly holiday exodus to the provinces, keeping tabs on major ports nationwide.

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Initiate VFA revision on custody and detention provisions, Drilon urges Palace, DFA

Senate President Franklin Drilon on Thursday urged Malacañang and the Department of Foreign Affairs to initiate the revision of the Philippines' Visiting Forces Agreement with the United States particularly on the pact's custody and detention provisions.

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Seven out of 10 Pinoys expect a happy Christmas —SWS

Seven out of 10 Filipinos or 71 percent expect a happy Christmas this year, a marked improvement from past several years, a new survey by Social Weather Stations showed.

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Petitioners reassert their objections to EDCA pact

In a 146-page memorandum, petitioners and intervenors in the EDCA petitions reiterated that the Philippine government committed grave abuse of discretion in enterijg into the bilateral which violates Filipinos' national interest and instead is "outrightly lopsided in favor of the US."

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NBI to track down high-profile convicts’ phone pals

The National Bureau of Investigation will track down the calls made by the high profile New Bilibid Prison inmates, a report from GMA's “24-Oras” program said Wednesday.

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Bong Revilla asks Sandiganbayan to reconsider bail petition

Detained Senator Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. on Wednesday asked the Sandiganbayan division hearing his graft case to allow him to present more evidence against the accusations leveled against him, 15 days after his petition for bail was denied.

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Internists reject clinical trial of controversial anti-dengue drug

Doctors from the Philippine College of Physicians (PCP) and the Philippine Society for Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (PSMID) have rejected the clinical trial done on the controversial ActRx TriAct, a drug claimed to be effective against dengue and malaria.

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US rejects PHL request for custody over Laude slay suspect

The United States has rejected the Philippines request for custody over Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton, who is accused of murder in connection with the killing of Filipino transgender woman Jeffrey "Jennifer" Laude.

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Job Opening: IT Support Staff

IT Support Staff
e-Way Business - Quezon City

 

Qualifications:
Graduate of Computer Science/Information Technology, Engineering or equivalent

Male, not over 30 years old

Preferably with 6 months experience in a BPO setting

Knowledgeable with AVAYA, CITRIX, WINDOWS OS AND MAC OS.

Solid understanding in hardware and software issues

Highly motivated, proactive and results-oriented

Must be willing to work in Quezon City

Responsibilities:
Monitors and maintains the computer systems as well as the networks within the company

Deals directly with employees who have technical issues such as forgotten passwords, viruses or email issues

Installs and configures computer systems

Diagnose and solves hardware/software faults

Analyses call logs to spot trends and underlying issues 

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Job Opening: IT Assistant

Company:  Crown Asia Chemicals Corporation

Job Opening:  IT Assistant

QUALIFICATION:

-Male only
-College graduate from a reputable university with a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering or a related discipline
-Possesses at least five (5) years prior work experience in the same capacity
-Exhibits strong working knowledge, experience and interest in information technology (IT), particularly in network technology and infrastructure
-Working knowledge of enterprise systems, particularly MAS 500, highly desirable
-Knows how to remote access for server connection
-Highly proficient in the use of MS Office or equivalent applications
-Preferably with knowledge/experience in ISO 9001 QMS
-Maintaining Windows 2003
-Knows about VPN Terminal Server
-Knows about Centos Authentication
-Honest; Of high integrity and good moral character
-Self-driven; career- and results-oriented, and can work under tight time pressure and with minimum supervision
-Possesses effective leadership and management skills to guide & motivate subordinates in the accomplishment of clearly-defined business goals, as well as to discipline and sanction staff, if necessary
-Well-organized, meticulous/conscientious with details, and strict with meeting agreed deadlines
-High degree of maturity to be able to handle confidential information discreetly
-Flexible in work hours; willing to render overtime when necessary
-Possesses good business judgment skills
-Has good oral and written communication skills as well as presentation skills
-Good interpersonal skills; can work effectively with people at all levels
-Team player

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Sandiganbayan guard indefinitely suspended over solicitation issue

The Supreme Court on Wednesday suspended a security guard of the Sandiganbayan for allegedly soliciting money from the lawyer of alleged pork barrel queen Janet Lim Napoles for a fake Christmas party.

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BIFF extortion behind Bukidnon bus blast—PNP

Police are now looking at extortion as the motive behind the bus explosion that killed ten and injured several others in Bukidnon last week, the Northern Mindanao regional police office confirmed to GMA News Online on Wednesday.

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