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Two military officers, Col. Manaros Boransing and Col. Magtangol Panopio, are set to appear and take the witness stand on the 20th day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Their testimonies were related to the military certifications used by the Department of Education (DepEd) in the liquidation of confidential funds when the Vice President was the Secretary of the agency at that time.

Also included in the prosecution’s witnesses are Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Assistant National Statistician Marizza Grande and former DepEd Undersecretary, Spokesperson, and Chief of Staff — now defense spokesperson Atty. Michael Poa.

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The prosecution team is unbothered if the defense panel plans to call former Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group Commander Col. Raymund Dante Lachica as a witness in the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

“Kung ipapatawag nila, go ahead. Diba? And we’re ready to cross-examine him,” Prosecution’s Legal Spokesperson Atty. Benjamin Tolosa said

[“If they call him, go ahead. Right? And we’re ready to cross-examine him.”]

For Lead Public Prosecutor Rep. Gerville Luistro, she believes that it is no longer necessary for the prosecution team to call Lachica and Nolasco as witnesses.

“I am more inclined not to present Lachica and Nolasco. My position is simple. May misuse na ba noong sinabi ni Gina Acosta na tinurn over niya the entire amount to the security officer who is a non-accountable officer? May misappropriation na ba? May irregular liquidation na ba?” she said

Meanwhile, in response, Lachica stated that he is ready to show up before the court and tell the truth.

“I have never refused to appear or testify; if lawfully called, I am prepared to tell the truth, subject to applicable laws and security restrictions,” he said

With reports from Rosalie Coz

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Following the violence that happened in San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, the prosecutor's office already decided to file charges against the policewoman who owned the gun used in the shooting incident.

Police Staff Sergeant Arla Ray Pacencia may face charges of reckless imprudence resulting to multiple homicide and physical injuries.

The  Philippine National Police (PNP) supports the decision of the prosecutor's office as it serves as a lesson and reminder for gun owners to be responsible in handling their own firearms.

“Ito po ay makakapagpaalala sa ating mga registered gun owners lalo na sa ating mga kapulisan and other law enforcement agencies na humawak po ng baril na ingatan po ng ating baril and there are consequences sa hindi po nating pag-iingat sa ating mga armas,” PNP Public Information Office Acting Chief, PCol. Allen Rae Co said

PCol. Co also mentioned that even though PSSg Pecencia didn’t intend for the tragedy to happen, she must still be held accountable for the negligence.

“Siguro wala namang intensyon yung may-ari ng baril yung atin pong policewoman na of course na magamit ito sa ganitong karumal-dumal na insidente. Pero dahil nga sa kapabayaan, sa hindi tamang pag-iingat sa kanyang issued firearm ay ito nga ang naging resulta,” he said

Hence, PCol. Co reminded all firearm owners to properly secure their weapons.

With reports from Lea Ylagan

The City of Manila has recorded new cases of waterborne diseases, influenza, leptospirosis, and dengue or W.I.L.D. diseases.

Based on the data from the Manila Health Department, 40 new cases of influenza-like illness were added to the tally.

The city also logged 38 cases of leptospirosis, 7 cases of dengue, and one case of severe acute respiratory infection. 

Authorities urge the public to consult the nearest health facility immediately if they experience symptoms related to any illness.

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The  Land Transportation Office (LTO) and Bureau of Customs (BOC) have reinforced joint inter-agency enforcement on the Porsche 918 Spyder probe.

The LTO is currently coordinating with the BOC for a broader investigation to find out necessary information regarding the possible misdeclaration on the vehicle’s importation.

LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Markus Lacanilao stated that there will be an agency personnel accountable in this incident.

“May mananagot po na empleyado ng LTO. Siguradong may matatanggal po dito at makakasuhan, he said

[“An LTO employee may be held accountable. Someone will definitely be dismissed and charged.”]

“Mayroon pang isang registered owner bago kay Mr. Ramsay na nakapangalan sa kanya. Pati siya papatawag namin para ma-determine kung may kinalaman din siya dito sa ginawa nilang pagpapapel sa LTO,” he added

[“There is another registered owner named before Mr. Ramsay. We will also summon that person to determine if they were involved in how the paperwork was processed at the LTO.”]

The Porsche 918 Spyder is one of the high-end supercars that is strictly monitored by authorities due to importation issues and utilization of unauthorized plates.

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