33 h. ago Philippine bishops’ statement against corruption on flood control projects

Philippine bishops’ statement against corruption on flood control projects  Anglican Ink

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4 d. ago Billions lost in Philippine flood control projects expose deep systemic corruption

Billions lost in Philippine flood control projects expose deep systemic corruption  Asia News Network

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7 d. ago Why clips of Sarah Discaya drinking soda during Senate hearing went viral

Images and clips of government contractor Sarah Discaya drinking soft drinks during a Senate hearing sparked buzz online, as Filipnos recalled her husband’s claims about her health. The controversial contractor attended the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing on Thursday, September 25, alongside her husband, fellow contractor Curlee Discaya. The hearing tackled alleged anomalies in flood control projects. […] The post Why clips of Sarah Discaya drinking soda during Senate hearing went viral appeared first on Interaksyon.

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7 d. ago ‘Sila dapat itapon’: Filipinos fume over code word ‘basura’ for flood kickbacks

Filipinos, including several public figures, condemned the use of the code word “basura” or trash to refer to bags of alleged kickbacks from corruption-ridden flood control projects. In a Senate hearing on Thursday, September 25, Orly Guteza, a former Philippine Marines member and security consultant of Rep. Zaldy Co (Ako Bicol party-list), testified that he was […] The post ‘Sila dapat itapon’: Filipinos fume over code word ‘basura’ for flood kickbacks appeared first on Interaksyon.

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9 d. ago Manny Jacinto posts support for Filipinos rallying against corruption

Filipino-Canadian actor Manny Jacinto showed solidarity with Filipinos protesting corruption by sharing images captured by local photographers during the September 21 protests on his Instagram account. On Wednesday, September 24, the “Freakier Friday” star shared images of protestors holding placards and demanding accountability amid the corruption allegations surrounding flood control projects. One of the photos […] The post Manny Jacinto posts support for Filipinos rallying against corruption appeared first on Interaksyon.

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9 d. ago Dumaguete bishop says flood control scandal a symptom of ‘deeper sickness’

Amid nationwide rallies against corruption, a Catholic bishop warned that the flood control scandal is only “a symptom of a much deeper sickness.” Bishop Julito Cortes of Dumaguete said corruption persists even in local infrastructure projects, from road construction to small-scale municipal works. “This scandal [involving flood control projects] is only a symptom of a […] The post Dumaguete bishop says flood control scandal a symptom of ‘deeper sickness’ appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago DPWH’s 2023 post of Bong Revilla, Henry Alcantara inspecting Bulacan flood projects resurfaces

Photos from August 2023 showing former senator Bong Revilla with then-Department of Public Works and Highways Bulacan 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara, now linked to Senate hearings on alleged kickback schemes, are gaining traction. The images showed Revilla and Alcantara inspecting ongoing flood control projects in Paombong and Hagonoy, underscoring their roles in monitoring local […] The post DPWH’s 2023 post of Bong Revilla, Henry Alcantara inspecting Bulacan flood projects resurfaces appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago As flood control mess unfolds, Robredo’s 2022 corruption list revisited

Former vice president and Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo’s 2022 presidential debate response about which government agency she would investigate for corruption is making the rounds online anew amid the controversy surrounding alleged anomalies in flood control projects. In the CNN Philippines Presidential Debates held in February 2022, the candidates were asked which agency their administration would […] The post As flood control mess unfolds, Robredo’s 2022 corruption list revisited appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago CBCP head urges flood control witnesses, offers church sanctuary

A ranking Catholic bishop on Sunday appealed to those implicated in alleged anomalies in the government’s flood control projects to come forward as witnesses against corruption, assuring them of sanctuary in the Church. Speaking before thousands of protesters gathered at the EDSA People Power Monument, Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David said it is “not too late” […] The post CBCP head urges flood control witnesses, offers church sanctuary appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago Inka Magnaye explains ‘silence’ on flood control corruption issue

Voice talent and content creator Inka Magnaye has explained why she has not been as vocal about alleged anomalous flood control projects, amid accusations that her silence was connected to her boyfriend. In a video, the internet personality addressed claims that she had chosen not to speak out about corruption allegations hounding the Department of Public […] The post Inka Magnaye explains ‘silence’ on flood control corruption issue appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago ‘Hindi deserve ng Pilipino ’to’: Ninong Ry vents frustration over corruption in flood control projects

Culinary content creator Ninong Ry took to social media on Monday, September 22, to express his frustration over alleged anomalous flood control projects, citing the repeated flooding that has affected his home in Malabon City. “Hindi deserve ng Pilipino to. Hindi natin deserve na paulit ulit anurin. Hindi. Pinagdadasal ko na sana kung sino man ang […] The post ‘Hindi deserve ng Pilipino ’to’: Ninong Ry vents frustration over corruption in flood control projects appeared first on Interaksyon.

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1 week ago Philippine demonstrators protest alleged corruption in flood

Philippine demonstrators protest alleged corruption in flood-control projects  nhk.or.jp

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1 week ago MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang called out Vice President Sara Duterte for suggesting to kidnap Ako Bicol party

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang called out Vice President Sara Duterte for suggesting to kidnap Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Zaldy Co over his alleged involvement in anomalous flood control projects, saying such a proposal was both "illegal and dangerous." I  LinkedIn

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2 w. ago MANILA, Philippines — Jeepney transport group Manibela began a three

MANILA, Philippines — Jeepney transport group Manibela began a three-day strike on Wednesday, Sept. 17, to denounce anomalies in the government’s flood control projects. Traffic slowed near Philcoa on Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City as rallyists  LinkedIn

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2 w. ago Philippine court freezes assets linked to flood control project anomalies

Philippine court freezes assets linked to flood control project anomalies  Yahoo News Canada

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2 w. ago Ghost projects in Quezon City? At least 35 flood control works can’t be found

Ghost projects in Quezon City? At least 35 flood control works can’t be found  Rappler

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2 w. ago Protesters keep up pressure on Philippines government over corruption in flood control projects

Protesters keep up pressure on Philippines government over corruption in flood control projects  yahoo.com

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3 w. ago Philippines Flood Control Projects Plagued by Corruption Allegations

Philippines Flood Control Projects Plagued by Corruption Allegations  Sri Lanka Guardian

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3 w. ago Marcos forms independent commission to probe flood control, other infra projects

Marcos forms independent commission to probe flood control, other infra projects  Rappler

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3 w. ago ‘Available ako’: John Lapus channels ‘Don’t Lie to Me’ role after Jinggoy’s lie detector challenge

Actor-comedian John Lapus quipped that he is ready to serve as the “lie detector” after Sen. Jinggoy Estrada challenged a former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) engineer to a lie detector test, with both of them taking it, amid allegations of kickbacks in flood control projects. Lapus, known for co-hosting GMA’s talk show “Showbiz […] The post ‘Available ako’: John Lapus channels ‘Don’t Lie to Me’ role after Jinggoy’s lie detector challenge appeared first on Interaksyon.

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