Race for next Supreme Court justice begins with 19 nominees

MANILA, Philippines — A total of 19 applicants are vying for a Supreme Court post that will be vacated on Nov. 16 upon the compulsory retirement of Associate Justice Amy Lazaro-Javier. The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) will interview the 19 applicants starting Oct. 13. Of the 19 applicants, the JBC will interview eight, while