Cabinet movements remain speculative

MANILA, Philippines - Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Abigail Valte said the names that have cropped up to replace outgoing Transport Secretary Jose “Ping” de Jesus are mere speculations.

In an interview with radio dzRB, Valte said “at this point, all those are speculations. We still do not know…While we understand the interest on who would be replacing [de Jesus]…it is better to wait for the announcement of the President.”

Stomach-turning Double Dead Fish

Stomach-turning In Double Dead Fish

MANILA, Philippines – The situation in Taal Lake may take a month before it returns to normal, according to Batangas Governor Vilma Santos.

In a phone interview with ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol, Santos admitted that finding a location to bury the tons of dead fishes has been a problem.

“Nahihirapan humanap ng mga papayag na maghukay at doon ilibing ang mga patay na isda. Kulang na kulang ang mga lugar na pagbabaonan ng mga isda,” she said.

The actress-turned-local politician said the province can provide burial lots in other Batangas towns but transporting the dead fish may invite more risks.

Military Honors for Marcos

Vice President Jejomar Binay has recommended full military honors for the burial of ousted dictator Ferdinand Marcos but that the interment service must take place in the former president’s province of Ilocos Norte, not at the Libingan ng mga Bayani, a source in Malacañang said, confirming similar information that the Philippine Daily Inquirer had received.

Divorce bill not a priority – PNoy

President Benigno Aquino III will not back for now the divorce bill, noting it is not a priority of the administration. Aquino told reporters covering his state visit in Brunei there are other issues that needs immediate attention. Nonetheless, he would want an extensive debate on the matter.

DOTC chief de Jesus resigns

Transport Sec. Jose "Ping" de Jesus has tendered his resignation due to personal reasons, Undersecretary Dante Velasco told ABS-CBN News Channel. Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa Jr. earlier denied news of the transport chief's resignation.