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Duterte considering nationwide martial law by DANA

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PHILIPPINE President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday, May 24 warned that he might expand the implementation of martial law nationwide if threats from the the Islamic State (IS) terrorist group persists. In a press conference upon his arrival from Russia, Duterte initially hinted that he might extend the military rule in Visayas, and later, in Luzon. “I may decide to expand the area Armored personnel carriers are deployed in a ďŹ reďŹ ght with Maute and Abu Sayyaf bandits in to include the Visayas because it is Marawi City, Lanao del Sur on Tuesday, May 23. President Rodrigo Duterte declared martial just a walking distance actually. law in Mindanao on Tuesday night in response to clashes in Marawi City. Photo by Mohammad Manshawi

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DATELINE Fugitive Filipino ex-car dealer gets 10 years, $30-M fine for huge 1980s bank fraud

President Rodrigo Duterte meets with Russian Federation President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow prior to his return to the Philippines on Wednesday, May 24. President Duterte on Tuesday, May 23 decided to skip his scheduled engagements and cut short his ofďŹ cial visit to the Russian Federation immediately after declaring a state of Martial Law in Mindanao due to the terror crisis that gripped Marawi City. MalacaĂąang photo

PH, Russia embark on ‘new chapter’ of partnership

Before leaving for the Philippines, Duterte, however, managed to have a short rendezvous “RUSSIA is a true friend.� with his “favorite hero� at the This is what Philippine Presi- Kremlin. dent Rodrigo said upon his return During the two leaders’ meetto the country on Wednesday, ing, Duterte reiterated the PhilIn his previous phone conversation with his Philippines counterpart, Pres. May 24, from his official visit to ippine government’s intention to Donald Trump complimented Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for doing Moscow. strengthen its relationship with an “unbelievable� and “great� job on his campaign against illegal drugs. Duterte was originally sched- Russia. White House photo uled to meet Russian President “Please consider us as a good Vladimir Putin, on Thursday May friend. I came to visit your place LOS ANGELES 25 but cut short his state visit af- and it’s to establish stronger biA Filipino who ran ter declaring martial law in Mind- lateral relations. I [came] to seek one of the largest anao in the wake of a confronta- your friendship and to trade, automobile dealertion between government troops establish trade and commerce ships in the United and Islamic State (IS)-linked local with your country,� Duterte told States before fleemilitants. Putin. ing the country 29 years ago was sentenced May 17 to 120 months in federal prison in a by DANA SIOSON bank fraud scheme AJPress that caused more UNITED States President Donald Trump complimentthan $64 million in losses to banks, ed Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for doing an one of which col- “unbelievable� and “great� job on his campaign against illegal drugs, according to a leaked transcript of the two Eminiano “Jun� Reodica Jr. once lapsed as a result of dren, and injured more than 50. by AJPRESS ran the third largest car dealership the losses suffered leaders’ phone conversation last month. In a statement on Tuesday, The full transcript, which was first obtained by The in the United States. in the scam. May 23, PNP spokesperson Chief THE Philippine National Po“United States Washington Post and The Intercept, apparently re- lice (PNP) is urging “early coor- Superintendent Dionardo Carlos District Judge S. James Otero handed down vealed the conversation between Duterte and Trump dination� with the organizers of stressed the importance of coorthe sentence to Eminiano “Jun� Reodica Jr., 72, that occurred during the closing of the 30th Association the upcoming Manila concert of dination between the local police saying that Reodica’s scheme to defraud was of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Manila American singer-actress Ariana and event organizers to secure on April 29. the safety of the event. u PAGE A4 “I just wanted to congratulate you because I am hear- Grande in August. “The organizer/s of the Ariana The PNP’s call came in the ing of the unbelievable job on the drug problem,� Trump Grande concert must involve the wake of a deadly explosion durtold Duterte during their conversation. local PNP unit so that appropriHe went on to say, “Many countries have the prob- ing Grande’s concert on Monday ate security arrangements and night, May 22 in Manchester, lem, we have a problem, but what a great job you are United Kingdom that reportedly assistance can be extended to u PAGE A2 killed 22 people, including chil- ensure the safety of the concertby DANA

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Trump praises Duterte’s drug war, says Obama didn’t understand Leaked transcript reveals phone call between leaders

The Philippine leader also asked his Russian counterpart for a soft loan to procure military equipments. “I am sorry if I am in a hurry but I need to buy, if you can grant me a soft loan, we’ll [use] the money and pay it right away because the arms that we ordered from America [were] cancelled,� Duterte said. Last year, U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, threatened to oppose the arms deal between Manila and Washington amid concerns over the

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PNP seeks security coordination with Ariana Grande’s Manila concert organizers 22 killed, over 50 injured at pop singer’s show in Manchester, UK

Pulitzer Prize-winning Fil-Am writer’s final story sparks debate

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Pacquiao goes easy on sparmates; Roach unimpressed

“My Family’s Slave� shares one Filipino family’s relationship with domestic help WHEN The Atlantic published Alex Tizon’s “My Family’s Slave�, the deeply moving, personal story received international attention for capturing the life of a woman who loved and cared for him and his family. Tizon tells the story of Eudocia Tomas Pulido, whom he and his family called ‘Lola’ growing up. Pulido spent her whole adult life as the Tizon’s family’s “slave�, a woman who gave up her life to serve them. The author details his parents’ cruel treatment of the woman who essentially raised

goers,� Carlos said. The 23-year-old pop star’s “Dangerous Woman� tour is set this coming August 21 at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. “The PNP has the security templates in handling international events. Necessary adjustments may be taken based on current and existing condition or environment,� Carlos said. “What is important is the early coordination of the event orga-

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MANILA – Manny Pacquiao on Tuesday, May 23 laced up his gloves for his second day of sparring, but it was hardly a session to remember. Pacquiao, who will defend his WBO welterweight title against Australian Jeff Horn on July 2, went a total of five rounds against a couple of local fighters at the Elorde Gym inside the Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City. Under the watchful eye of trainer Freddie Roach and in front of a decent crowd, Manny Pacquiao Under the watchful eye of trainer Fredlaced up his gloves for his second day of sparring, but it was hardly a session to remember.

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die Roach and in front of a decent crowd— the session was open to public—Pacquiao went to work against lightweight Leonardo Doronio and super lightweight Sonney Katiandagho. But Pacquiao was far from the deadly fighter he’s long been known for. Journeyman Doronio (15-14, with 10 KOs) first sparred with Pacquiao for two rounds, giving a good account of himself by tagging the Filipino icon with straights and hooks. Still, he left the ring gasping for air.

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