Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III of the Liberal Party declares that he will run for President in the 2010 elections.

In a press conference, Manuel “Mar” Roxas announced that his dropping from the presidential race to give way to Noynoy Aquino who will become the standard bearer for the Liberal Party.

She was a woman of simplicity, honesty, and integrity. This was how most of her family and close friends remembered the late president Corazon Aquino.

People from all walks of life braved heavy rains and long lines just to get a glimpse of former President Corazon Aquino who passed away early Saturday after a year-long battle with colon cancer.

The Aquino family has opted for a private funeral for the late Corazon Aquino instead of a state funeral given to former presidents, according to Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III.

Former President Corazon Aquino dies after a 16-month battle against colon cancer, son and Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III announced to media early Saturday.

Going through more than 300 comments in our story on former President Corazon Aquino’s condition was quite heartwarming. From different places in the country and around the world, Filipinos posted their prayers and support for the former leader.