August 13, 2008

Malacanang said yesterday it's "all systems go for Charter change" as it declared its support for a pending resolution calling for the creation of 11 federal states in the country.

At least 31 members of the MILF and one government soldier were killed while 13 others were wounded on the third day of "clearing operations" in five towns in North Cotabato.

Senators yesterday called for the ouster or resignation of PCGG Chair Camilo Sabio for purportedly intervening in the case being handled by his brother at the Court of Appeals while failing to account for the missing $34M from the Marcos Swiss deposits.

The Philippines and Timor Leste on Tuesday signed three bilateral pacts aimed at fostering cooperation between the two countries in the areas of marine and fisheries, academics and diplomatic training.

More than 30 Filipino workers have fled fighting between Georgian and Russian forces.

President Arroyo endorses Senate resolution for Federal Republic of the Philippines.