Jun 30, 2011

The many smiling faces of the President (while the Webbs whine against the DOJ) adorns the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (Webbs: Stop lies, lunacy. De Lima could face disbarment) seems to be the first time ever we saw De Lima in negative light in an Inquirer headline or front page, via statements from the Webbs. De Lima -1. NBI -1.

The other front page news reports today:

Editorial: Confidence - at first looks like a lambaste of President Aquino but actually a sterling assesment of his first year of office and a lambaste of the previous administration. Aquino +1. Arroyo -1.

Pajero bishops mum; some solons also got PCSO funds - surely the Bishops would have there hands full on an unconfirmed report and would not have any more chance to react negatively on the President's one year anniversary. Catholic Church -1. Arroyo -1.

25 killed in Davao flash flood - a story of floods in Davao City killing 25 and sparing PAGASA from lack of capability to predict rains even when they say they have doppler radars.

Palace: DoJ chief fair; Vizconde: Truth hurts - It is actually the victims' father (and husband) who is supporting the DOJ secretary and the NBI, although the actual statements made are quite unclear. De Lima +1. NBI +1.

‘Youthful, upbeat’ rites mark Aquino’s 1st year - Aquino good. Arroyo bad. Aquino +1. Arroyo -1.

Water hyacinth: From bane to boon - the TESDA is simply doing its job. TESDA +1.

The scores:
Aquino: 2
TESDA: 1
NBI: 1 -1 = 0
De Lima: 1 -1 =0
Catholic Church: -1
Arroyo: -3

June 29, 2011

Because someone is here, someone must be guilty, seems to be the message of the main banner in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (‘Webb here during killings’. DoJ: New witnesses, tape ‘shatter’ alibi) gave a total redefinition of the word "shatter" when the DOJ Secretary describes the defense' alibi as totally false via what seems to be questionable new evidence. De Lima +1.

The other front page news reports today are as follows:

Asian war feared over Spratlys row - the paper seems to be war mongering in this report on the Spratlys. USA +1. Aquino +1.

Bishop Cruz tells ‘Pajero 7’: Confess - it seems now that the fight is between Catholic prelates. Catholic Church -1. Arroyo -1.

Angry Freddie Webb calls NBI ‘evil’ - It was the NBI who presented to the DOJ and not necessarily the latter who presented to the media the former's findings. De Lima +1. NBI -1.

Vindication the second time around for Lauro Vizconde - the Vizconde's seems to have supported although with reservations the NBI and the DOJ press conference. DOJ +1. NBI +1.

Philippines taken off US trafficking blacklist - it seems the country has been a good dog, thanks to the new administration and efforts by some people. Aquino +1. De Lima +1. Binay +1.

Senator Santiago goes to war vs gov’t gobbledygook - sometimes good things are merely lost in translation. Aquino +1.

The scores:
Aquino: 3
De Lima: 3
Binay: 1
USA: 1
NBI: 1 -1 = 0
Catholic Church: -1
Arroyo: -1

June 28, 2011

PCSO bares ad kickbacks. Says Arroyo allies cornered media fund of agency

7 new witnesses vs Hubert Webb, says Lauro Vizconde

PCSO checking reports 7 bishops got Pajeros

3 more eyed in Dacer-Corbito slays

Fidel Ramos daughter Jo dies of lung cancer

PH launches ‘clean’ nuclear tourism

June 27, 2011

That former President Arroyo is a corrupt president seems to be the message of the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headlines (Gloria Arroyo left P4-B debt, says PCSO. Officials expose spurious media contracts, bogus medical claims) is a totally one sided report against the former President and shows that when it is negative to Mrs. Arroyo, the paper is not inclined to give both sides in a single story. Whereas we see in the past few days that if it is against President Aquino, there would be a response from the administration. Arroyo -1.

The other front page news reports today are as follows:

US seeks dialogue on Spratlys - 75% press statement from the US on 25% from the Chinese. USA +1.

Michael Ray Aquino jailed in NBI - a former Police Officer charged with the murder of Dacer and Corbito pleads innocence and clears Sen. Lacson and former President Estrada. Lacson +1. Estrada +1.

PH wins Young Lions award at Cannes fest - some Filipinos winning advertising awards.

Analysis. China creates waves in naval show of force - our monitor is still looking for the analysis in this piece that seems to promote the story on the Spratlys.

New US, old PH ships test synergy - the government is tough against a supposedly regional bully. Aquino +1. DFA +1.

The scores:
Aquino: 1
USA: 1
Lacson: 1
Estrada: 1
DFA: 1
Arroyo: -1

June 26, 2011

Big daddy still figures in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (Philippines told: You’re not alone. US also vows to help cool Spratlys row) assures our small sense of self that we have big daddy behind us. DFA +1. USA +1.

The other front page news reports today are as follows:

Aquino skips Boracay to visit flood victims - The President is concerned with flood victims and at the same time quite a very busy person. The administration is better than in the past. Aquino +1. DSWD +1. MMDA +1. NDRRMC +1.

Helena Benitez turns 97, home now heritage site - a tribute to a house more than its owner.

New wildlife species amaze US, Philippine scientists - hundreds of previously unknown species are found in the Philippines and we are going to protect their dwindling numbers.

Nobody home? But there’s nothing left at home - an online debate between the admin communications people and an opposition member. Aquino -1. Arroyo -1.

Wet, warm tales flood Facebook Twitter sites - a report which online version can't be found as of this posting, and which seems to be a monitoring of social networking sites' posts about the floods.

The scores:
DFA: 1
USA: 1
NDRMMC: 1
DSWD: 1
MMDA: 1
Aquino: 1 -1 =0
Arroyo: -1

June 25, 2011

Little kid goes to big daddy seems to be the main topic in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (US ready to arm Philippines. Washington to honor 1951 defense treaty) is a very huge international news in the Philippines that does not quite seem to have made some international notice. DFA +1.

The other front page news today are as follows:

STORM ‘FALCON’. Twisters rip roofs, uproot trees in Quezon City - a compilation of weather related events which forgets the anomaly that even with doppler radars the weather bureau still does not have a rain forecasts. PAGASA +1.

Arroyo blasts Aquino: Nobody home - Arroyo may have been given the podium but it is one of the rare and curious times for the Inquirer to be balanced. Arroyo -1. Aquino -1.

Funny face of disaster risk reduction - a good person seems to have been found from the disaster response agency. NDRRMC +1.

Enchanted Farm draws int’l youth volunteers - the President given space to honor an advocacy group and a chance to take pot shots at the former administration. Aquino +1. Arroyo -1.

SPECIAL REPORT. ‘For farmers’ benefit,’ but not a share in his name - a special report that seems to have named directly the 'evil' personalities in society. Cojuangco -1. Arroyo -1. SC -1.

The scores make sure to remind readers who are big and bad:
DFA: 1
PAGASA: 1
NDRRMC: 1
Aquino: 1 -1 =0
SC: -1
Cojuangco: -1
Arroyo: -3

June 24, 2011

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June 21, 2011

The SC took the centerstage in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (SC orders military: Release 3 activists. But Arroyo, Esperon, others cleared) puts the AFP in hot waters and ordered to do what it declared it can't, while the former President is cleared of any wrongdoing. Arroyo +1. AFP -1.

The other front page news reports today are as follows:

Singapore tells china: come clean on Spratlys - this news report is nowhere to be found in the paper's online edition. However, it was found on the web from a google (here) server, but not from the purported source of the report (the Agence France Presse, AFP). There indeed is something wrong with this report.

‘Egay’ exits but more rains seen - there is no more typhoon and the PAGASA still is not able to say whether how much rains we can expect, but the lack of news did not stop the paper from reporting.

Bishops twit Aquino: Give up Luisita - a report on some Bishop telling the President what to do on the issue of Hacienda Luisita.

Tiny spy drones poised to alter war - a New York Times report on some US military hardware.

Estrada provides laughs, Imeldific the songs - a report on the reception of a wedding anniversary that gave space to a former President's humor and a former First Lady's singing. Estrada +1. Marcos +1.

The scores:
Arroyo: 1
Estrada: 1
Marcos: 1
AFP: -1

June 20, 2011

Tom Clancy would have laughed at how lifeless the plot in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page is today.


The headline (Don’t agitate China–Enrile. ‘One torpedo can sink our destroyer’) shows everyone is in on the Spratlys dispute like a real national emergency. Funny how it was announced that supposedly 'backroom' diplomacy are being started by the Speaker of House (how can it be 'backroom' when it is announced. We now start monitoring Sen. Enrile as we notice he always is in the front page these days. Enrile +1. AFP +1.

The other front page news today:

Be like Rizal, President Aquino tells Filipinos in rites - President Aquino's Rizal birthday speech covered by the paper even while there are some protesters whom the President did not notice. Aquino +1.

ANALYSIS. On sending Philippine Navy’s biggest warship to Spratlys. ‘Be sure Humabon guns do not jam’ - there seems to be any analysis in this analysis.

Top political, business, media leaders gather for Santiagos’ 40th wedding anniv - everyone is all smiles on a wedding anniversary, while the people they all vow to help grapple in rains and floods outside the church, and there is nothing wrong with it. Meanwhile, Cardinal Rosales found a podium to defend the family. Catholic Church +1.

Ambition + Desire = Trouble - an analysis on men who tweets inappropriately.

‘Egay’ weakens, but 2 low-pressure areas nearing PH - with names of typhoons known well ahead they come into existence, the paper now thought there are some news to report. PAGASA +1.

The scores:
Aquino: 1
Enrile: 1
PAGASA: 1
AFP: 1
Catholic Church: 1

June 19, 2011

Some tough talk from the administration perhaps gave us hint to remember our national hero better in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (‘We will defend what is ours’. Palace talks tough on Spratlys row) is a report saying a small country cannot be bullied. Aquino +1.

The other front page news reports today:

Gov’t secures agriculture for food-secure future - a senator and the Dept of Agriculture Secretary given good front page space. Pangilinan +1. DoA +1.

Things you won’t ever know about Rizal - we actually didn't know much about our national hero except that what he wants us to know.

Aquino unveils world’s tallest Rizal statue in Calamba - the President is given the honor of unveiling a memorial for the national hero. Aquino +1.

‘Macho’ men die earlier than women - health issues of both men and women on the occasion of father's day.

Remember heroic Band of (La Salle) Brothers - a retelling of a massacre of La Salle brothers by the Japanese during the occupation.

The scores:
Aquino: 2
Pangilinan: 1
DoA: 1

June 18, 2011

More bravado on the Spratlys issue is being brandied about in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (Philippines flexes naval muscle. Aquino insists he won’t let China bully Filipinos)

Aquino junks hero’s burial for Marcos

New storm off Samar; ARMM hit by floods

Landmark treaty protects household workers

Sen. Miriam, exacting bride, sets 18 ‘dos and don’ts’

Suit vs Arroyo called ‘leap of faith’

June 17, 2011

The former President is again the center of attraction in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (Church sues Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on slays. UCCP seeks P5M in damages) is a report on the former President's supposed 'atrocities' but where merely administrative charges are now being filed. Arroyo -1.

The other front page news reports today:

China sets gunboat diplomacy - a report on tensions all over the South China Sea worsening amidst calming statements from Phil. Government officials. China -1.

Aquino lauds La Salle for heroism, service to country - the President given a chance to speak on the occasion of a university's founding anniversary. Aquino +1.

Metro on alert for terrorist plot - a confusing report on whether there is really a terrorist plot to bomb Metro Manila which when described in the US travel advisory against travel in the Philippines made the President express his complaints to the mass media.

Lunar Eclipse turns moon blood red - a slew of reports on moon watching.

Jalosjos, where angels fear to tread - again, the favorite secretary is given space. De Lima +1.

The scores:
Aquino: 1
De Lima: 1
China: -1
Arroyo: -1

June 16, 2011

More tough actions on the Spratlys seems to be the highlight of the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (PH pulls China markers. Wood posts found in isles off Palawan) sees the Philippine Navy acting tough on China. AFP +1.

The other front page news reports today:

DoJ decision in Palawan murder case slammed - the DOJ took the hit for the first time in the front page today but without mentioning the name of the paper's favorite administration secretary, all while Sec. Robredo is shown as being concerned with the issue of media killings. DOJ -1. Robredo +1.

Aquino scraps ‘surprise’ visit - a report where everyone looked dumb trying to pull a noisy 'surprise', while nobody was blamed.

SPECIAL REPORT. Zambales bore brunt of Mt. Pinatubo’s fury - a return to the places affected by the volcano's eruption.

Family remembers PDI man act of kindness - both the Inquirer and ABS-CBN people did well during the Pinatubo eruption. Inquirer +1. ABS-CBN +1.

Revival of Spratlys oil deal pushed - gave space to a suggestion of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives on the issue of the Spratlys. De Venecia +1.

Prosecutor in Garcia deal suspended - the office of the Ombudsman has some remnants of evil seems to be the message of this report. Ombudsman -1.

The scores:
Robredo: 1
AFP: 1
Robredo: 1
Inquirer: 1
ABS-CBN: 1
De Venecia: 1
DOJ: -1
Ombudsman: -1

June 14, 2011

It needs a Senate President to notice something wrong in how much delay cases are filed by the prosecutor in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (Coral poachers flee PH. Senator Enrile wants Zambo prosecutors fired) is a report on the escape by supposed Coral poachers while DOJ Sec De Lima remains blameless and still given space for her tough statements. De Lima +1.

The other front page news reports today:

Name game: PH now calls Spratly isle ‘Recto Bank’ - a report on the reiteration that the disputed islands are ours.

3 US warships join war games - Perhaps the US is here to support us in our claims on the Spraltys. USA +1.

US approves Michael Ray’s extradition - both De Lima and Lacson given space on the issue of Dacer murder. De Lima +1. Lacson +1.

Broadcaster shot dead; 6th under Aquino - another broadcaster is killed placing the government on the defensive. Aquino -1.

CDN, Bandera now on iPad, Android - the Inquirer sister publications has also gone high-tech and this report advertises it. Inquirer +1.

The scores:
De Lima: 2
Lacson: 1
Inquirer: 1
USA: 1
Aquino: -1

June 13, 2011

June 12, 2011

June 11, 2011

Tough pronouncements from the President took the centerstage of the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today


The headline (‘It’s West Philippine Sea’. Gov’t, AFP use it now to refer to disputed Spratly areas) gave the tough talking President some space while the DFA and the AFP is behind him. Aquino +1. AFP +1. DFA +1.

The other front page news reports today are as follows:

Pacquiao moves to Forbes but not mother - the iconic boxer featured as a very rich celebrity but still in a good way. Pacquiao +1. GMA7 +1.

‘Thank God they wore orange life jackets’ - a story of some fishermen saved from sea.

Sex trade flourishes in Bilibid - if it were not for De Lima, things like these would have continued unnoticed. De Lima +1.

6 ‘Garci Boys’ still holding key positions in Comelec - actually a story on confirmation hearings but ended up telling us that some people ought to be removed from COMELEC. COMELEC -1. Arroyo -1.

They drove 400 km to impress Pres. Aquino - the DENR under President Aquino is serious against illegal logging. Aquino +1. DENR +1.

The scores show the President is again on positive territory.
Aquino: 2
De Lima: 1
DENR: 1
DFA: 1
AFP: 1
COMELEC: -1
Arroyo: -1

June 10, 2011

What seems to be a worsening dispute in the Spratlys is the headline in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.



The headline (China to neighbors: Keep out of Spratlys. Stop search for oil, sans permission, says envoy) is mostly news space dedicated to China's general statements but which title gave the impression that they are bullying their way. China -1.

The other front page news reports today:

Opposition plan to probe Aquino buddies shot down - If it is about President Aquino, it would be about former President Arroyo. Aquino +1. Arroyo -1.

Dodong’ brings floods; death toll: 9 - the DepEd and PAGASA are simply doing their jobs. DepEd +1. PAGASA +1.

Gloria Macapagal Arroyo House allies also taunted ‘KKK’ - President Arroyo is worse than President Aquino. Arroyo -1.

Court of Appeals orders banks to freeze assets of alleged carnap leaders, parents - the courts are using what seems to be a new-found weapon, freezing the bank assets of the accused, which surely are examples to lay the ground for possible future political use.

Bicol Express back June 29 - a coverage of the train service for Bicol with the paper's radio sister station having a special relation. Inquirer +1.

The scores shows the former President again negatively mentioned in the front page even when there is no real news about her:
Aquino: 1
DepEd: 1
PAGASA: 1
Inquirer: 1
China: -1
Arroyo: -2

June 9, 2011

Aquino buddies under fire. House seeks probe of Puno, Torres, Ochoa, etc.

Enrile orders coral smuggling suspects arrested

Rabusa files plunder raps vs 2 generals, 3 auditors

China blasts PH anew on Spratlys claim

‘Weird’ Weiner: An ethical lapse or clearly mental case?

'If the mountain is destroyed, what’s left?’

June 8, 2011

The new DOTC Secretary took the centerstage in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (Roxas accepts DoTC post. Piatco, port projects among top concerns) is a report where the new DOTC secretary is praised by everyone. Roxas +1. Aquino +1.

The other front page news reports:

10 gangs hold key to the good life in prison - De Lima is reported being tough enough to reform the National Bilibid Prisons. De Lima +1.

SC stops P1-B, 40-ha reclamation project in Boracay - the local government in the famous beach area is under fire for starting to kill the 'golden goose' while the SC is thanked for stopping them. SC +1.

CA orders freeze of Ampatuans’ P1B banks, firms’ assets, houses - the Anti Money Laundering Council scores against the Ampatuan clan.

Channel, bridge to save bird sanctuary - seems the some government agencies are finding compromise balance between the environment and business. DoT +1. DENR +1.

US solon named Weiner admits to photos of crotch - a story of an internet adventurous lawmaker from the USA.

The scores:
Roxas: 1
Aquino: 1
De Lima: 1
DENR: 1
DoT: 1
SC: 1

June 7, 2011

The most popular government department secretary again got premium space in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (Bribes to NBP execs bared. De Lima: Drug rings pay for jail transfers) gave the DOJ secretary space to express her shock of the illegal drug operations within the penal system but the paper is not shocked that the Sec. has been one year on the job without realizing it. De Lima +1.

The other front page news reports today:

Usual woes, protests mar start of classes - using the word 'usual' seems to clear the present administration in the 'inherited' problems of the DepEd. DepEd +1.

Roxas prefers to be Aquino’s chief of staff, says official - An unnamed source is given premium space in the front page to talk about the jockeying for positions within the administration, which by such prominence the paper actually accorded credibility to the information. The report actually gave Roxas a chance to tell the people that he is being lobbied out, thus exerting some pressure on the President. Roxas +1. Aquino -1.

SPRATLYS RESOLUTION. PH pushes rules-based approach - a report which gave the DFA Sec space to air his views on the Spratlys. DFA +1.

Coral poaching dubbed ‘new muro-ami’ - the DENR Sec. given free space for his views even if poaching happens under his watch, while a Senator is heard. DENR +1. Zubiri +1.

Rizal depicted as McDo mascot - a feature on paintings of the national hero.

The scores today again placed President Aquino on the negative:
De Lima: 1
Roxas: 1
DFA: 1
DENR: 1
DepEd: 1
Zubiri: 1
Aquino: -2

June 6, 2011

A continuing story on the DOTC resignations took the center of the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (Mar Roxas No. 1 pick as secretary of DoTC. Aquino still convincing ex-senator, says official) is a report that puts President Aquino in negative view on the recent resignations at the DoTC and political factions in Malacanang. Aquino -1.

The other front page news reports:

Luistro: There are good people, good news in education - gave space to an interview with the DOH Secretary. DOH +1.

Fishkill in Taal Lake spreads to Lipa, 2 towns in Batangas - there are dead fishes everywhere and it seems the way it really is.

Will they swim again to school? - a feature on problems of some little students in remote areas.

Analysis. Crippling effects of resignations of Ping de Jesus et al. feared - an analysis that left a question as to whether the President is incompetent. Aquino -1.

PH, Viet leaders hit China over Spratlys - a report on the Spratlys.

The scores show President Aquino on purely negative teritorry:
DOH: 1
Aquino: -2

June 5, 2011

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June 4, 2011

Speculation on the DOTC Sec's resignation supported by statements from unnamed sources took the center lane in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The texts of the headline ('Last straw' pushed Ping. 3 more DOTC Execs resigned due to 'frustration') cannot be found from the inquirer website as of this writing (6.15PM, June 4, 2011). Another news report which seems to have similar content can be seen as follows: DOTC SOURCE SAYS. De Jesus quit due to lack of Palace support. The said report which is based largely from an unnamed source but seem to be supported by confirmed resignations from the DOTC, put the Aquino government in negative light. Aquino -1.

The other front page news reports today:

Palace sets P500 monthly pension for poor elderly - the administration, the DSWD and the Department of Budget are given space in the front page to explain that they are giving away money to indigent senior citizens. Aquino +1. DSWD +1. DBM +1.

Binay formula: Marcos burial with full military honors in Ilocos - gave compromise on the issue of the Marcos Burial, based again from an unnamed source. Marcos +1. Binay +1.

Black coral vendor charged; drops out of sight - Various government agencies are shown to be doing their jobs even while the supposed criminals cannot be located. DOJ +1. BFAR +1. BoC +1.

Gov’t scrambles to save fish in Laguna Lake - even when disasters are happening due perhaps to negligence, the concerned government departments are given good space to say what they are doing. DENR +1. Robredo +1.

‘Botcha’ not haute cuisine for crocs - more side stories on the fishkill.

The scores:
Binay: 1
De Lima: 1
Robredo: 1
Marcos: 1
DENR: 1
BFAR: 1
BoC: 1
DBM: 1
DSWD: 1
Aquino: 1 -1 =0

June 3, 2011

A story on fishkill took the centerstage of the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline ('Bangus’ industry in crisis. 7 towns around Taal Lake under calamity state) gave the administration and some departments space to say what they are doing on the crisis happening on a fish industry. Aquino +1. Robredo +1.

The other front page news reports today are as follows:

Smuggling raps filed vs car trader, 5 others - Even when smuggling has been shown rampant, the BoC is seen to be doing its job. BoC +1.

Robredo orders Ampatuan guns inventory - Sec. Robredo given premium space on his take on the Ampatuan gun inventory. Robredo +1.

Village guard living in slum area claims P365-M Grand Lotto prize - someone won the lotter.

‘Let PH be unique in world vs divorce’ - gave space for the Catholic Church this time on the issue of divorce. Catholic Church +1.

Brunei rolls out 43 luxe cars for Aquino, et al. - there was supposedly an economic benefit to the President's visit to Brunei but the paper found the kinds of cars the President's convoy took while being driven there as more important. The report gave recall though of the President's supposed love for cars. Aquino -1.

The scores:
Robredo: 1
Catholic church: 1
BoC: 1
Aquino: 1 -1 =0

June 2, 2011

The Ampatuans again found themselves in the center of the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (Not guilty, Andal Sr. pleads amid jeering. Governor Mangudadatu torn between joy, pain) reports on the Ampatuan arraignment saying the former governor is "known to deliver crucial votes for his ally, then President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, and her candidates in national elections". Arroyo -1.

The other front page news reports today:

DoJ panel unearths more jail anomalies - gave the DOJ secretary premium space to tell everyone astonishingly how bad an agency under her department is. De Lima +1.

DoTC chief quits, surprising Aquino - rumors abound as to why the DOTC secretary resigned, most of them not good for the administration. Aquino -1.

Foreigners find PH education cheap - a report giving promotion to college education for foreigners in the country.

Group reveals online selling of black corals - a report on the environmental attack that credits their own paper for reporting it first. Inquirer +1.

Lone winner hits Grand Lotto jackpot - a report on someone winning the lotto.

The scores shows the 'good' President in the same spot as the evil one:
De Lima: 1
Inquirer: 1
Arroyo: -1
Aquino: -1

June 1, 2011

A continuation of a media favorite issue took the centerstage again in the Phil. Daily Inquirer Front Page today.


The headline (NBP ‘sleep out’ canceled. DoJ to provide guidelines on ‘living out’) gave almost full space to the DOJ Secretary for saving the day in the BuCor. De Lima +1.

The other front page news today:

Hottest of biodiversity hot spots found in PH - We are in the middle of an environmental disaster, but by saying it themselves the DENR escaped scrutiny. DENR +1.

Metro health center cited for strategy vs smoking - a facility under the DOH is doing good. DOH +1.

Illegal wildlife traders target endemic geckos - local geckos are sold for hefty sums even when such sale is illegal.

Malacañang: No stand yet on divorce bill - putting pressure on the President to give his stand on divorce, this report says the Philippines is the only country in the world without a divorce law.

Cook hopes to win P355-M lotto jackpot - let us all buy lotto tickets.

The scores:
De Lima: 1
DENR: 1
DOH: 1