Thursday, February 21, 2008 (Philippines)

Two men spend the day fishing at a pond along the national road in the municipality of San Simon. Many towns in Pampanga are known for their vast and numerous fishponds. (Sun.Star Pampanga/Chris Navarro) GUAGUA -- The embattled general manager of Pampanga Electric Cooperative (Pelco) 2 has finally broken his silence on his suspension. Sulpicio Lagarde was suspended by the Pelco 2 Board of Directors (BOD) on various charges including "acts undermining the integrity and authority of the board," mismanagement, abuse of authority, and "lack of respect and courtesy to the board," which he describes as mere allegations as of the moment. Post here your Valentine's Day greetings [full story]