Here’s a Heads Up from reportr on news that you need to know today, June 24:
PNOY DIES, WHAT WE KNOW:
- Former President Aquino’s death was confirmed early Thursday, after he was rushed to a Quezon City hospital.
- His sisters said he passed away peacefully in his sleep early yesterday morning and that it was “mission accomplished” for the former president.
- In his own words. Here are Aquino’s best quotes throughout his six-year presidency.
- How will Aquino’s death affect election politics? Twice in Philippine history, the death of an Aquino signaled massive change.
- How do you cover a President like PNoy? Reporters can ask him anything, they just have to be prepared when he answers back.
- Social media was filled with condolences for the family of PNoy, the son of the late democracy icons, former Sen. Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. and former President Cory Aquino.
- Vice President Leni Robredo, the leader of the opposition, said PNoy fought for what is right, even if it was unpopular.
- On the opposite end of the political spectrum, Malacanang, Sen. Imee Marcos and former President Gloria Arroyo offered their condolences.
NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW
- The policeman who was caught shooting a 52-year-old woman in a viral video has been dismissed from the service.
- Commuters will noon need to use the government’s StaySafe app when riding all forms of public transport.
- These 10 areas were also identified as priority for vaccines. Check your local schedule.
- Sen. Risa Hontioveros has confirmed her plan to seek reelection in next year’s elections.
- The Air Force is searching for the wreckage of a Blackhawk helicopter that crashed in Tarlac with six people on board.
- Britney Spears told a judge hearing her guardianship case: I want my life back.
- Gab Mejia, a 24-year-old photographer, is the first Filipino to win the World Wildlife Fund President’s award for the youth. He is best known for his powerful images that capture the tension between development and environmental protection.
