Новости за 15.03.2016

Hillary Clinton said on primary day in five key states that "the numbers are adding up in my favor" but she is going to keep working as hard as she can.

The United Nations has suspended Maria Sharapova as a goodwill ambassador after she failed a drug test at the Australian Open, the latest fall from grace for the Russian tennis star.

INTERNATIONAL SCANDAL – Senate Blue Ribbon Committee Chairman Sen. Teofisto Guingona III (center) is joined by Senators Vicente Sotto III (right) and Sergio Osmeña III in questioning Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) during the Senate investigation Tuesday. The committee was looking into the reported $81-million money laundering scandal that has escalated into an international disgrace for the Philippines with the resignation of the head of Bangladesh central bank, from where the funds were stolen. Читать дальше...

Still pushing to continue the gains of Daang Matuwid, President Aquino yesterday called on all governors to ensure that the country will not make a U-turn from the “Straight Path” even after his administration. Speaking as the guest of honor at the 7th League of the Provinces of the Philippines (LPP) General Assembly, Aquino said:  “Where shall we go? What do we need to do? Do we need to go to a different path.” “I have always said that some candidates may make a left turn or a right turn but it... Читать дальше...

The enchanting and well-loved city of Barcelona was a sight to behold and an adventure to embrace.  Also known as Barcino, the old city’s Roman name and Barna, as it is fondly called by its residents and the younger generation, Barcelona is the capital of Spain’s Catalonia region.  Although known for its history, arts and architecture, this beautiful city also boasts of its quirkiness and sense of individuality much like the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Since its launch in Barcelona a few weeks back and having had the privilege to see it first hand... Читать дальше...

SANTA ROSA, Laguna – “It’s only a show of courtesy” is how independent presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe downplayed the presence of members of the Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC) in the ruling Liberal Party campaign rally in Urdaneta City, Pangasinan on Monday. Poe was reacting to questions on the pledged support of the NPC to her and running mate Sen. Chiz Escudero yet many of them are showing up in the LP rallies. The presidential frontrunner said that it is expected that local officials... Читать дальше...

Games Today (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 4:15 p.m. – Mahindra vs Rain or Shine 7 p.m. – San Miguel vs Alaska Next time these two powerhouse teams meet, a championship could again be on the line. And a healthy June Mar Fajardo could be around right from the start. Less than six weeks after making PBA history as victor and vanquished in an epic Philippine Cup title showdown, blood rivals San Miguel Beer (SMB) and Alaska clash today for the first time since with nothing more than bragging rights and positioning... Читать дальше...

Movie and TV Show buffs in the Philippines are rejoicing over the launch of Netflix in the country; and although there are a number of Filipinos already subscribed to Netflix, some of us are still wondering what Netflix is and what it does that makes the site or app immensely popular around the world.

The camp of United Nationalist Alliance (UNA) standard-bearer Vice President Jejomar Binay yesterday said that the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) has flip-flopped on its petition for asset protection after acknowledging that the opposition leader has only one bank account containing P1.7 million and not billions as it had earlier claimed. The agency also asked the court two weeks ago to drop Agrifortuna and JC Binay Foundation from the petition, an admission that it does not have evidence to... Читать дальше...

Vatican City – Pope Francis on Tuesday formally approved sainthood for Mother Teresa and set September 4 as the date for her canonization. The move comes 19 years after the death of the missionary nun who dedicated most of her adult life to working with the poor of Kolkata, India. There was no immediate word from the Vatican on the location of the canonisation ceremony, which is expected to take place in Rome with a thanksgiving ceremony held at a later date in the Indian city where Teresa is buried. Читать дальше...

The Philippines’ leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), launched its four-time weekly flights between Manila and Guam, its first US destination, today. Photo supplied by Cebu Pacific  CEB is the only low-cost carrier flying directly between the Philippines and Guam. Lowest year-round fares between Manila and Guam start at PHP 7,203 (all-in), which is approximately 40% lower compared to other airlines. “We are proud to operate our first route to the US today, which coincides with the month of our 20th anniversary. Читать дальше...

Pollution has been present since the beginning of time, getting worse year after another. This year, Brian Woodhouse and DigitasLBI decided to start a project to fight air pollution. The first step was to monitor the air quality of London through a very unexpected way. (Photo Courtesy of @PigeonAir via Twitter) How did they go about it? They asked help from pigeons. Yes, you read that right. The team decided to use pigeons as their way to monitor the air quality over London. With the help of experts... Читать дальше...

The Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) assured the Senate Blue Ribbon committee that it would continue its investigation into the $81-million hacked Bangladesh bank money funneled to a Philippine bank, and said that they will not leave any stone unturned "until we get to the bottom of things and learn the truth.’’

Mumford & Sons and Kanye West will participate in a collaborative album inspired by fans and activists from the advocacy organization, Global Citizen.

By Chung Wook, Maeil Business News Korea An epilepsy drug developed by a Korean company has been recognized by the U.S. Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and will be approved only with a safety test, bypassing a phase 3 clinical trial to evaluate efficacy. SK Biopharmaceuticals Co., SK Group’s pharmaceutical unit, said on Monday it completed discussion with the FDA over new drug approval conditions after successfully ending its phase 2 study of YKP3089. Photo courtesy of SK Biopharmaceuticals/Pulse. Читать дальше...

Vice presidential candidate Ferdinand ”Bongbong” Marcos, Jr., son of the late president Ferdinand Marcos, broke his silence about the EDSA People Power Monument graffiti-spraying incident through his social media account on Tuesday night (March 15, 2016), calling it “unfortunate”.

Cheesecake has always been a best seller to everyone. With their smooth texture, scrumptious taste and appetizing look, it has always been a best seller for the people. However, someone named Pablo is about to change the cheesecake game.

By Kim Sung-hoon, Maeil Business News Korea Mark Lippert, the U.S. ambassador to South Korea, reiterated that Washington remains committed to “principled diplomacy” to bring North Korea back on the path for denuclearization through the six-party negotiating platform even as it mounts unprecedented sanctions through the United Nations and toughens security through the largest-ever military drill in South Korea and possible deployment of a strong antimissile system. Photo courtesy of Pulse/Maeil Business... Читать дальше...

The casket of former Senate President Jovito Salonga passes in front of the Senate of the Philippines for the last time, sent off by seating and former senators, after a necrological service in the Senate Session Hall yesterday in Pasay City. (Federico Cruz)1900

Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Armin Luistro said he can now breathe a sigh of relief, after the Supreme Court (SC) junked several petitions aiming to temporary halt the K-12 program.

Former and incumbent senators gave their final respects on Tuesday to the late former Senate President Jovito Salonga whom they described as "a humble but strong leader who played a big role in restoring democracy in the country."

Max’s Group Inc., the country’s largest casual dining operator, posted a sharp turnaround with a profit of P501.4 million last year from a loss of P66.2 million in 2014, when its merged with the Pancake House group in the fourth quarter.

IT-related jobs are still the most lucrative in terms of salaries for new graduates, according to a Fresh Graduate Salary Report released by web-based hiring company JobStreet.com.

DHAKA, Bangladesh -- Bangladesh's central bank chief resigned on Tuesday, the finance minister said, after hackers stole $81 million from the nation's foreign reserves in an audacious cyber-heist that has hugely embarrassed the government.

It seems like when it comes to hiring fresh graduates; it’s no longer a four-way tie between the blue, the green, the maroon, and the gold and black.