Новости за 28.11.2015

Paris, France – Pushing for a strong and binding agreement to stave off a catastrophic global warming will be a priority of President Aquino when he attends the upcoming United Nations (UN) climate change summit in Paris, France, on Monday. The UN assembly seeks to finalize a post-2020 international deal to prevent the planet from warming by over 2 degrees Celsius and avoid devastating consequences on weather and rising sea level. Prior to the summit, countries have submitted plans to reduce carbon emissions in the coming years. Читать дальше...

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a major platform for member economies to enjoy improved trade and economic cooperation by promoting ease of doing business and harmonization of disparate regulations. In the process of sustaining economic growth through free trade, this multilateral trade organization helped lift millions of people out of poverty and created a sizable and competitive middle class across the region. Here are some important points on APEC’s role in the Philippine economy.

When it comes to fashion, the classics rule them all. This is probably the biggest selling point of Original Penguin. Its trademark woven polo shirt with trim detail and the embroidered penguin logo has made the brand a staple among brand conscious Filipinos. Its reputation as a vintage wear has also made Original Penguin an instant hit among the young and  the hip. Original Penguin has a long history. Originally known as Munsingwear and produced in Minneapolis, US, the brand used to create underwear and military supply. Читать дальше...

As the “belen capital” of the Philippines, the province of Tarlac is among the first to don the clothes of Christmas  and dress up from 40 to 50 competing Nativity scenes in lights, colorful robes, and all the trimmings of the most blessed, merriest season of the year. This year’s “Belenismo,” as the competition and festival has been known since 2007, was ravaged by typhoon Lando, but the howler could not knock out the spirit of the participating schools, parishes, farmers, government and business groups. Читать дальше...

Other than simply basking, as a guest, in the glory of yet another gathering of what the evening’s master of ceremonies Johnny Litton called “Manila’s 400 or less,” I was, together with Consul to Guatemala Melly Ablaza and Consul to the Republic of Angola Helen Ong, given the task of choosing the most fabulous of the night’s women (in white, in black, in black and white, and overall), plus the most fabulous of the night’s couples. How does one choose the most fabulous on such an occasion as Rupert Jacinto’s Faaabvlous ball... Читать дальше...

That was no joke, to walk from the toll gates on Coastal Road to Baclaran, or to keep your foot on and off the pedals through a congestion for five hours or six or seven on your way home from a hard day’s work. All these, while the foreign visitors and VVIPs were whizzing by in black BMW 7-Series sedans along the APEC lanes on EDSA or Roxas Boulevard. I won’t say that that was a small price to pay for the possible gains of this year’s hosting of the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Leaders Summit... Читать дальше...

Filipinos are well-known for being good-natured. They display generally positive traits anchored on familial relationships, like being respectful and hospitable, and keeping these afloat despite the influx of foreign influences through multimedia platforms in these fast-changing times. These were the unified observations of social and values education experts from the random interviews with 15 people from the streets of Intramuros, Manila, conducted by the Manila Bulletin (MB) in line with the observance of Filipino Values Month. Читать дальше...

Nineteen years after the Philippines first hosted the annual gathering of Asia-Pacific rim leaders, Manila was in lockdown to give way for 21 head of economies that control more than half of world’s economy for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2015. US President Barack Obama, People’s Republic of China President Xi Jinping, Japan President Shinzo Abe, and other key world leaders flew to Manila to meet and discuss the region’s economic prospects at all levels beginning at the grassroots. Читать дальше...

Games Today (Smart Araneta) 3 p.m. – Blackwater vs Globalport 5:15 p.m. – Brgy. Ginebra vs Rain or Shine Defending champion San Miguel Beer used a big run in the fourth quarter to defeat Star, 101-90, last night and clinch a playoff berth in the Smart Bro PBA Philippine Cup at the Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena in Pasay City. Reigning back-to-back MVP June Mar Fajardo joined hands with Arwind Santos, Marcio Lassiter and Chris Lutz in a 15-3 blast that turned a two-point lead to an 88-73 advantage with 5:04 to play. Читать дальше...

After the cruise ship lifted anchor at Batangas port, we stayed on the sundeck to wait for the sunset. Suddenly, dolphins jumped from out of nowhere, giving our cruise an exciting start. Moments later, cute flying fishes amazed us as the sun kissed the sea and called it a day. Night came and still, Mother Nature delighted us with one more impressive act. She filled the sky with countless shining stars, illuminating our way. The gesture was a promise that there was something wonderful in store for all of us aboard M/V Discovery Palawan. Читать дальше...

San Francisco, Agusan del Sur – Arlyn Peralis, 41, figured in an accident in 1999 that caused serious damage to her spine and doomed her to a wheelchair for the rest of her life. But instead of wallowing in self-pity, she refused to give up on life and, figuratively, got back on her feet again. “Maningkamot lang jud aron dili magutman ug aron mabuhi (Just strive so as not to starve and be able to live),” Peralis declared as she sought the best way to earn a living despite her condition. NEVER A HINDRANCE ... Читать дальше...

Camp Siongco, Maguindanao– Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) officials here on Saturday confirmed that one of the eight fatalities, believed to have been symphatizers of global terrorist threat Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), in a Sultan Kudarat clash Thursday dawn was an Indonesian national who is said to be a bomb making expert. Maj. Gen. Edmundo Pangilinan, Sixth Infantry Division commander, identified the Indonesian as Ibrahim Ali, alias Hudzaifa, who was previously arrested in Zamboanga... Читать дальше...

Despite uncertain regulatory environment yet, Shell Philippines is opting to advance its planned liquefied natural gas (LNG) handling facility to final investment decision (FID) by next year. Shell Philippines Country Chairman Edgar Chua has qualified though that there are certain milestones that they would still need to accomplish, including finishing touches on tie-up arrangements. He stressed that they are continually in talks with prospective partners – both local and foreign firms with certain... Читать дальше...

The Philippine government and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) sealed yesterday a $2 billion loan agreement for the North-South Commuter Railway Project (Malolos-Tutuban). In a statement, the Department of Finance (DOF) said the loan, proceeds of which will go to Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), will support the expansion of a mass transportation network in Metro manila. (MB file photo) The loan, JICA’s largest assistance to the government, carries an interest... Читать дальше...

Cebu City – Dengue cases in Central Visayas increased to 95 percent so far this year with 71 fatalities, the Department of Health in Region VII (DOH-7) said.

Senate President Pro Tempore Ralph G. Recto revealed yesterday that the Senate approved an allocation of P6.78 billion to place 2.8 million senior citizens under PhilHealth coverage.  The appropriation was embedded in the proposed 2016 P3.002 trillion national budget that the Senate passed on third and final reading last Thursday. The bicameral conference committees of the Senate and the House of Representatives meet this coming week to iron out the differing provisions of the national budget before... Читать дальше...

Thousands will join police from different cities in eastern Metro Manila for a march against substance abuse and the proliferation of illegal drugs in Pasig City today. Chief Supt. Elmer Jamias, Eastern Police District (EPD) director, said he expects around 10,000 participants from Marikina, Pasig, San Juan, and Mandaluyong Cities to join the “Alay-Lakad Kontra Droga 2015 (Walk Against Drugs 2015)” which bears the theme, “Mamamayan at Pulisya Magkasangga Laban sa Droga (Community and Police Partnership... Читать дальше...

A NEW YEAR has begun in the liturgical calendar of the Catholic Church. The First Sunday of Advent today marks the beginning of a new season and a new year in the Catholic journey. The season of Advent is a period set aside for all believers to anticipate with joy the coming of Christ in our midst. The word “Advent” comes from the Latin word adventus, which means “coming” or “visit.” In this Advent season, we keep in mind both “advents” or Christ, the first in Bethlehem and the second yet to come. Читать дальше...

Andres Bonifacio, the original atapang-a-tao is, no doubt, one of the country’s more popular heroes. More than just being immortalized in numerous statues across the archipelago, his life story graced books, TV, and films. He is also popularly depicted as a dapper gentleman in the P10 bill. But did you know that the Supremo is also alive and well in the theatrical stage? As we celebrate Bonifacio Day, Bulletin Entertainment recalls notable plays about the legendary revolutionary leader: ‘TEATRO PORVENIR’... Читать дальше...

Tuguegarao City, Cagayan — At least 55 residents of two barangays in Naguilian, Isabela were downed by food poisoning last Friday and local health authorities suspect the culprit in their respective home-cooked meals is spoiled fish bought from the same source.

Thousands turned out for climate change marches in Manila and Brisbane Saturday, part of a weekend of action across the globe to demand results from next week's historic Paris summit.

Outside her home in a town of northeast Syria, four-year-old Baydaa scribbles on a leaflet of religious rules left behind by the Islamic State group as they fled earlier this month.

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is in search of 13 missing crewmen of a Panamian-registered cargo vessel, which sank yesterday, November 27, 2015, in the waters off Vigan in Ilocos Sur.

BEIJING — Air pollution in Beijing reached hazardous levels on Saturday as smog engulfed large parts of the country despite efforts to clean up the foul air.

Pope Francis has urged Ugandans to be missionaries at home by taking care of the elderly, the poor and abandoned.