Senator Lito Lapid Claims Money for Medical Purpose, Wife for House

Senator Lito Lapid:
Wife Arrested in US for Undeclared Money

This is again another typical story about our politicians. Where to put their money. Or maybe hide. The recent apprehension of Senator Lito Lapid's wife in Las Vegas International Airport last Jan. 15 makes our mind wondering about the real purpose of bringing into the United States such huge sum of money.

Marissa Lapid was arrested for bringing in to the US undeclared amount of dollars when he travelled to the country. She was charged for smuggling $50,000 which is punishable with jail term. Mrs Lapid declared only $10,000 and P10,000 in cash. However, inspection of airport officials in her luggage revealed that she has a total of $50,137 and P15,700.

According to online reports, authorities only returned worth $493 and confiscated the rest of her money. Mrs Lapid is out on bail and will be required to appear in a Nevada District Court in February.

Mrs Lapid claimed that the money is intended for her house. However, his husband senator told the local media in the Philippines that her wife will be seeking medical attention in the US, thus the huge sum of money. She had an excess amount of money maybe because she will be seeking treatment for her heart problem, said the Senator.

While the country is seeking the truth whether the current Chief Justice amazed wealth through illegal means, one senator judge is dragged into a similar scenario. Senator Judge Lito Lapid must explain why he had a conflicting statement with his wife. It's not hard for people to surmise that they might be hiding something. Probably bringing outside of the country money which may come from unexplained sources. In fact, former Governor Ed Panlilio wants to revive the case against the Lapids regarding the P500M graft case on lahar quarry in the province.

We just hope that Sen Lapid can give a justifiable reason for this incident. And let's hope that he can also give a fair judgment on the graft and corruption case against Chief Justice corona.

Rep Iggy Arroyo is Not Yet Dead

Congressman Iggy Arroyo
Terminaly Ill

Mike Arroyo corrected earlier reports that his brother Congressman Iggy Arroyo is already dead. Major media outfits in the country reported that the congressman already died from a major illness in London.

The husband of former President GMA clarified that the Negros Occidental representative is only on life support. Iggy went to London months ago to seek treatment for his liver disease.

The younger brother of Mike Arroyo is known for his loyalty to his older brother. When Mike was involved in the accumulation of unexplained wealth in 2003, Iggy claimed that he was the Jose Pidal owning millions deposited in a bank account. Just recently, he again defended his brother in the anomalous purchase of helicopters in the PNP.

To make it clear, Rep. Iggy Arroyo is not yet dead, he is still alive but on a serious medical condition.

Latest update:

After battling for his life, Rep Iggy Arroyo is now dead as confirmed by his brother Mike Arroyo. His life support system was already removed and the doctors already pronounced him dead. The lawmaker suffered a heart attack when he was rushed to London Clinic.

Primer on Chief Justice Corona Impeachment

Below is a primer on the procedures and details of the impeachment trial of Chief Justice Renato Corona. This primer will serve as the guide of Senator Judges, prosecutors and the defense. Read on and find out if the Senators can perform their duties with just and fairness in mind. Let's see if the lawmaker prosecutors will not be violating the rules of impeachment and the defense will be following the procedures.

Primer 101 on Impeachment Trial: CJ Corona Impeachment

Primer on Impeachment

Updates on the Aftermath of Typhoon Sendong: Deaths, Damages and Videos

Again, local governments and the local residents were caught unprepared when Typhoon Sendong hit their region. Local government officials blamed the weather bureau for their failure to give appropriate warnings and forecasts. The typhoon is not that strong but the rain that Sendong pours in Cagayan de Oro, Iligan and nearby provinces equalled to 1 month of rainfall.

As of today, the death toll rises to 652 people and still counting. There were at least 900 people went missing. Government agencies and NGO's expects that the number will continue to rise as search and rescue operations intensify. Massive flooding (flash floods and mudslides) in several cities and provinces caused the deaths of many residents. There are more than 35,000 families who are in temporary shelters who need food and clothings.

Authorities also announced that mass burial will be arranged soon. With the number of dead bodies found, coffins were not enough and local officials suggested that local saw mills help them solve this problem. It was estimated that billions worth of infrasture and agriculture were damaged by Typhoon Sendong.


Videos of Typhoon Sendong


 


Latest update on Typhoon Sendong : Damages, Deaths, Funds, Donations, Search and Rescue

-as of December 20, NDRMMC reported a total of 957 deaths and still thousands are missing in Cagayan de Oro, Iligan City and other provinces
-damage to agriculture more than P2 million
-over 380,000 affected persons in 13 provinces
-1,582 persons injured
-P1.17 billion in calamity funds approved by Pnoy for rehabilitation and rescue operations in the affected cities

another update on the aftermatch of typhoon sendong: December 27, 2011
-the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) reported a total of 1,080 deaths and 1,979 are still missing.
- authorities estimated that the total fatalities in the Typhoon Sendong could reach 3,000 deaths, Sendong is now one of the worst typhoon to hit the Philippines.
-evacuation centers are still flooded with evacuees
-foriegn donations are pouring in, UN, and other countries already sent their donations
-relocation site for the victims of typhoon sendong is already being prepared but it may take 4 months or more before the recipients can relocate to the site.
-most victims are now clearing their houses of debris and trying to make temporary shelter.