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Bishop Franco Mulakkal sexual abuse case: Survivor-nun welcomes appointment of special public prosecutor

The Hindu 17 Jan 2026
The nun, who chose to reveal her identity this time, said she was grateful that her request to government had been accepted. She thanked Kerala government, Chief Minister, and the general public for the support extended to her ....
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Akbayan backs PCS spokesman, slams Chinese embassy

The Manila Times 17 Jan 2026
Akbayan said the embassy’s remarks were “unsurprising,” saying they reflect Beijing’s aversion to facts and transparency in maritime disputes ... Beijing has consistently rejected the ruling ... Contrary view ... ....
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DOTr Vows to Expedite Railway, Road Projects to Boost Philippine Economy

The Manila Times 17 Jan 2026
TRANSPORTATION Secretary Giovanni Lopez said the Department of Transportation (DOTr) is doing its best to speed up the completion of major transport infrastructure projects ... ....
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Govt admits 4 individuals in flood control scam under WitnessProtection Program, rejects 2 others

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
Bernardo has partially refunded an amount sourced from the sale of his property, while his bank accounts remained frozen. Additional payments are expected before the end of January ... ....
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Second arrest warrant issued vs Atong Ang over missing cockfighters

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
In an order dated Jan. 15, 2026, Presiding Judge Pamela Torres Chavez-Izon of RTC Branch 13 directed law enforcement authorities to arrest the accused, who are charged under Criminal Case 12-1402-2025 to 12-1407-2025 ... 13 by RTC Branch 26 in Sta ... ....
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Teves acquitted in 2019 Dumaguete murder case

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
MANILA, Philippines — Former Negros Oriental congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr ... In an order issued on Jan ... The court noted that the prosecution failed to sufficiently prove an alleged conspiracy among the accused or directly link them to the crime.
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Govt admits 4 individuals in flood control scam under Witness Protection Program, rejects 2 others

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
Bernardo has partially refunded an amount sourced from the sale of his property, while his bank accounts remained frozen. Additional payments are expected before the end of January ... ....
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Likhang Filipino Halls Reopen: A New Hub for Filipino Craftsmanship

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the reopening of the Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls in Pasay City, as he assured Filipino designers of continued government support to enhance their global competitiveness.
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LTFRB Switches to Working Days for Policy Compliance Deadlines

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
THE Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said on Friday that it will now define policy compliance periods using working days instead of calendar days to reduce confusion ... ....
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Manila Court Acquits Teves in 2019 Dumaguete Killing

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
(UPDATE) EXPELLED Negros Oriental 3rd District representative Arnolfo Teves Jr ... In an order issued on Jan ... The court noted that the prosecution failed to sufficiently prove an alleged conspiracy among the accused or directly link them to the crime ... ....
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4 state witnesses in flood control mess

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
Their admission into the WPP, Vida said, was based on an evaluation of their testimonies and their readiness to return funds allegedly linked to anomalous projects ... “We cannot disclose the results of the evaluation ... ....
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2nd arrest warrant out for Atong Ang

The Manila Times 16 Jan 2026
In an order dated Jan. 15, Presiding Judge Pamela Torres Chavez-Izon of RTC Branch 13 directed the arrest of Ang and 20 co-accused in criminal cases 12-1402-2025 to 12-1407-2025 ... The warrant follows an arrest order issued on Jan ... Dismissed were ... Col ... ....
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Photos: Albany's 'Cathedral in Bloom' floral showcase returns

Times Union 16 Jan 2026
The event at the 62 South Swan St ... Cathedral in Bloom runs through Sunday. A full schedule is available online on the church's website ... .
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Exit strategy discussion with Brian Franco

The Athens Messenger 15 Jan 2026
The Circleville Herald was pleased to have the opportunity to interview Brian Franco, known as “The M&A” guy. Franco has been featured in AP News, NBC, CBS, FOX and ABC. After orchestrating more than $2 billion in M&A (merger and ... .
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