Filipino peacekeepers in Haiti honored

Allies welcome GMA panel on private armies
President Arroyo’s congressional allies on Friday welcomed the completion of the six-man commission tasked to dismantle private armies before the May elections, but one of her staunchest critics in the House of Representatives questioned her latest move.

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Wars and elections main threats to journalists (8:28 a.m.)
NEW YORK — Watchdog groups say 2009 was one of the most dangerous years for journalists, especially those covering wars and elections, including the largest massacre of media workers ever killed in read more

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Comelec admits difficulty in enforcing total gun ban for 2010 polls
MANILA, Philippines – In the thick of preparations for the 2010 automated polls, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) chief has admitted that implementing a total gun ban might be difficult.

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Wars and elections main threats to journalists
NEW YORK – Covering wars and elections proved dangerous to journalists in 2009 – a year that saw the largest massacre of media workers ever killed in one day, a watch dog…

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Filipino peacekeepers in Haiti honored
The United Nations has paid tribute to Filipino peacekeepers serving here, saying their continued presence is needed to help ensure stability in this impoverished Caribbean country.

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