Arroyo party eyeing Escudero for 2010

By Roy Pelovello
In search of a standard-bearer for the 2010 elections, the Kabalikat ng Malayang Pilipino is considering casting its lot with Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero, whom party stalwarts see as the Barack Obama or underdog that will win the contest for the Philippine opposition.

Madrigal’s efforts went to naught

By Fel V. Maragay
Senator Jamby Madrigal worked herself to death, staying late for several days to have the Magna Carta of Women completed and approved by Congress in time for the celebration of the International Women’s Day Sunday.

Govt to require waste segregation

By Joyce Pangco Pañares and Macon Ramos Araneta
President Arroyo is requiring business establishments and households to segregate their trash in a bid to reduce solid waste output in the country by 50 percent within the next six months.

Gokongwei offers China scholarships

Taipan John Gokongwei Jr. is looking for the second batch of Gokongwei Brothers Foundation China Scholars—more than 30 young and bright Filipinos who will be trained here and in China to be among the country’s future leaders.

Pangasinan honors top achievers

Health Secretary Francisco Duque, National Police Chief Jesus Verzosa and Presidential Management Staff Secretary Hermogenes Esperon Jr. lead the honorees during a reunion and fellowship of prominent Pangasinenses on March 14 at Waterfront Hotel (formerly Manila Pavilion).