Defense chief joining 2010 race

By Jaime Pilapil
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. made a surprise announcement yesterday, saying he would join the 2010 presidential race. But first, he said he has to obtain the endorsement of President Arroyo and the ruling coalition led by Lakas Christian Muslim Democrats.

Arroyo signs baselines law, beats UN deadline

By Joyce Pangco Pañares
PRESIDENT Arroyo has signed the law affirming the Philippines’ claim on its territorial waters and archipelagic baseline ahead of the May 13 deadline imposed by the United Nations.

Escudero: Ombudsman case may be overtaken by events

By Fel V. Maragay
Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez has only seven months left before bowing out of service, since her appointment covers only the unexpired term of her predecessor, Simeon Marcelo, who resigned in 2005.

No second chance for suppliers — Comelec

THE pre-bidding conference set by the Commission on Elections on Saturday, March 14, will make or break the push for the full automation of the local and national polls in 2010.

Reward up for arrest of newsmen’s murderers

President Arroyo has ordered the police to offer reward for the immediate arrest of 27 killers of journalists.