Sandro Muhlach files rape complaint vs GMA contactors
MANILA, Philippines — Actor Sandro Muhlach on Monday filed a criminal complaint before the Department of Justice (DOJ) against the GMA 7 contractors who allegedly sexually abused him.
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Press Release - Statement of Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada on China demanding the withdrawal of BRP Teresa Magbanua at the Escoda Shoal
There is no infringement of China's territory in the Escoda Shoal. The area where our Philippine Coast Guard vessel, BRP Teresa Magbanua has been stationed for nearly four months now, falls within our exclusive economic zone (EEZ) as defined by international law. Therefore, there is no reason for us to withdraw our vessel which was anchored in response to suspected reclamation activities of China.
'Athletes should get same incentives'
SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada on Tuesday said Republic Act 10699, or the National Athletes and Coaches Benefits and Incentives Act, should be amended to equalize the amount of cash gifts given to national athletes who won in international competitions.
Press Release - Jinggoy renews call for equalization of cash incentives for athletes with and without disabilities
SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada renewed his call for the passage of a measure that addresses the discrepancy in the grant of cash incentives for national athletes, whether they have disabilities or not.
Press Release - Jinggoy files resolution commending PH delegation's best and strongest showing in Paris Olympics
SENATE President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a resolution commending and congratulating the country's delegation in the just-concluded Paris Olympics, saying that the 22-athlete delegation accomplished the best and strongest showing yet in the Philippines' 100 years of participation in the world's biggest multi-sport event.
‘Enough evidence to prosecute contractors in Sandro case’
MANILA, Philippines — Senators expressed belief that there is strong evidence against two GMA Network independent contractors in connection with the alleged abuse of actor Sandro Muhlach.
Senate panel cites 'strong evidence' vs suspects in actor's sexual harassment case
MANILA, Philippines — The suspects in the alleged sexual harassment of a young television (TV) actor denied the charges against them but the Senate committee conducting the inquiry on the scandal said there was «strong evidence» against the TV director and writer.
Defense posture bill ratified
THE Senate on Monday ratified the bicameral conference committee report on the proposed Self Reliant Defense Posture Act to bolster the Philippines' military capabilities and territorial defense.