Cojuangco party sets terms of merger with Lakas, Kampi

By Christine Herrera
Nationalist People’s Coalition, the political party headed by business tycoon Eduardo Cojuangco Jr., is willing to coalesce with the ruling Lakas Christian-Muslim Democrats and Kampi.

Alabang Boys’ kin lose bid for liberty

By Rey E. Requejo
THE Court of Appeals said yesterday that the three drug suspects dubbed as the “Alabang Boys” will remain in detention at the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency because the dismissal of the charges against them will still have to be reviewed.

Generals figure in the latest reshuffle

By Joyce Pañares, and Joel M. Sy Egco
PRESIDENT Arroyo has begun another round of reshuffle and appointments in her official family, this time focusing on three retired police generals transferring to key posts within the Transportation Department.

House, Senate at odds over baselines bill

By Roy Pelovello
THE HOUSE of Representatives yesterday approved on third and final reading the baselines bill that delineates the Philippine territory, a version that contrasted with that which the Senate earlier approved.