Wednesday, March 08, 2006 (Philippines)

Not at all scared by the presence of a Special Weapons and Tactics (Swat) team, this little girl takes time to listen to speeches made by local officials during a recent program in Barangay Colgante, Apalit town. (Sun.Star Pampanga/Chris Navarro) CITY OF SAN FERNANDO -- The relationship between former political allies Third District Representative Rey B. Aquino and City Mayor Oscar S. Rodriguez has turned from sour to bitter. Following a successful tandem in the 2004 elections, the two officials are expected to collide head-on for the mayoral seat of the city. [full story]