Mayor: PCG shares blame for 'Egay' boat disaster

View in browser   |   Shop Inquirer July 29, 2023 Good day. Here are the most important news stories that you need to know. Mayor: PCG shares blame for 'Egay' boat disaster' Mayor Cesar Ynares of Binangonan, Rizal, on Friday said both the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the operator of a motorized banca should be held responsible for the deaths of 27 people after the boat capsized and sank shortly after leaving the lakeshore town. By Dexter Cabalza 13 of 18 'resigned' cops still in service Majority of the 18 third-level officers of the Philippine National Police (PNP) whose courtesy resignations have been accepted by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. have remained in their present positions. By Dexter Cabalza FLOWERS FOR THE GRIEVING A boat carries flowers on Friday for the 27 people who died when the local ferry MB Aya Express capsized in Laguna Lake shortly after leaving Binangonan port in Rizal province on its way to Talim Island the previous day, as Supertyphoon "Egay" was leaving the country. The casket of one of the victims is also moved at the port (inset). —RICHARD A REYES AND AFP Like this email? Forward it to your friends and let them know that they can sign up here. SRA warning: Stick to milling shcedule BACOLOD CITY—The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) is sticking to its decision to start the milling season on Sept. 1 to ensure higher sugar yield and revenues for the farmers. By Carla P. Gomez OPINION Keeping football out of the shadows​ A crucial element of sports funding is public adoration. The Philippine Football Federation and benefactors, like women's team patron Jeff Cheng, will need help to sustain the gains of the Filipinas' success. But for others to pitch in, there must be a nonstop clamor from fans for football matches here.​​ 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. REGISTER 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