Monday, July 26, 2004 (Philippines)

FLYOVER RISING The construction of the second flyover on Archbishop Reyes Ave. in Cebu City is progressing but from now until November at least, motorists have to bear with the inconvenience. A section of the road is partially closed, with only one lane available at any given time. (Sun.Star Foto/Allan Cuizon) FRESH from rescuing hostaged truck driver Angelo dela Cruz but facing an election protest, President Arroyo will attempt to explain today how she will deliver millions of jobs and nine other promises until 2010. Police and military forces went on full alert yesterday ahead of President Arroyo’s State of the Nation Address (Sona), in which she will outline her government’s program after getting a fresh six-year term. Police are expecting some 20,000 anti-Arroyo demonstrators to take to the streets today as the President delivers her annual speech before Congress, a month after assuming office. Arroyo’s address comes three days after Fernando Poe Jr. asked the Supreme Court for a recount of the votes cast in the May 10 election. [full story]

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