SC: Meralco can't cut power sans 48-hr notice

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer July 1, 2023 Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. SC: Meralco can't cut power sans 48-hr notice Ruling on a 24-year-old case, the Supreme Court orders Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) not to disconnect electricity service to any of its customers without due process. The power distributor was fined for violating this rule seven years ago. By Meg Adonis and Kathleen De Villa Napoles gets another pork scam conviction The Sandiganbayan has convicted businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles and former Davao del Norte Rep. Arrel Olaño of misuse in 2007 of the latter's Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF), or "pork barrel," worth P7.7 million. By Dempsey Reyes APOSTOLIC JOURNEY Churchgoers on Friday view the exhibit, "The Popes in the Philippines," at the Manila Cathedral. The exhibit, which runs until July 2, features memorabilia from the apostolic journeys made by St. Paul VI, St. John Paul II and Pope Francis to the Philippines, a largely Roman Catholic country. —NIÑO JESUS ORBETA Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. New tourism campaign OK for another Albay pol The government's fresh push to promote tourism received support on Friday from an opposition House member from Albay after pro-administration Rep. Joey Salceda, also of Albay, criticized Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco for not featuring the iconic Mayon Volcano in its new slogan, logo, and video. By Julie M. Aurelio and Melvin Gascon OPINION Help for jailed OFWs It takes bilateral action, especially on the part of the Philippines, to ease the plight of our countryfolk imprisoned abroad. Some families of jailed OFWs lament the apparent lack of response from Philippine embassy officials, with their relatives seemingly waiting in vain for legal assistance. As well, the involvement of illicit recruiters and conspirators must be vigorously investigated and cases, if any, pursued relentlessly. By Editorial Try Inquirer Plus. Inquirer Plus is the digital version of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Register for a 30-day trial for free to get access to Inquirer's fearless reporting, app-exclusive stories, and archives. SUBSCRIBE NOW Hi Edward. Have feedback? We're happy to hear it. Give Suggestions newsletter@inquirer.com.ph © 2023 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, Barangay Tejeros, Makati City, Philippines You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe anytime