Новости за 23.06.2016

Alabel, Sarangani – Incoming President Rodrigo R. Duterte called on government officials and personnel who are into corrupt activities to shape up now while reiterating his commitment to cleanse the bureaucracy of corruption in his upcoming administration. Duterte, who graced the oath-taking here Wednesday afternoon of Senator-elect Emmanuel “Manny” Pacquiao and the newly elected officials of Sarangani and General Santos City, said the crackdown against corruption will be among his top priorities as promised during his campaign. Читать дальше...

The South China Sea issue has become one of the major irritants in the China-US relations in recent years, over which the public opinion in the two countries are very critical of each other. There are even frictions in the sea between the two navies. The South China Sea seems like an outlet for the rivalry and confrontation that are building up of late between China and the US. As a result, the two sides seem to be reassessing each other’s intentions on a strategic level. The latest rhetoric is about “militarizing the South China Sea”... Читать дальше...

The incoming Duterte administration pledged to cut income tax rate of individuals and corporations by seven percent from the current 32 to 25 percent. And Internal Revenue Commissioner Kim S. Henares cautioned fiscal officials to be more careful in adjusting tax rates as it might result in fund shortages that could slow down government’s economic and social programs. The projected tax cut translate to P55 billion in lost revenue annually or more, Henares said. Kim S. Henares Records show that income... Читать дальше...

I was barely six years old. I had just transferred to a new school. All the kids around me knew each other.

Los Angeles-based interior designer, fashion blogger, and Instagram sensation Aimee Song adds another feather to her fashion hat, and will be captivating Filipino fashion fans, by partnering with SM Makati as the store’s latest brand ambassador.

The Philippines has regained its reputable image in the international community thanks to the  efforts of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Filipino people. At the 118th anniversary celebration of the DFA Wednesday, the President recognized the accomplishments of the department, under the leadership of then Secretary Albert del Rosario and now Secretary Jose Rene Almendras, for fostering good ties with other countries as well as looking after the welfare of Filipinos abroad. “With the... Читать дальше...

Games Monday (Ynares Sports Arena, Pasig City) 4 p.m. – Topstar ZC vs Phoenix 6 p.m. – Blustar vs AMA Juami Tiongson fired 24 points while two Malaysians breached in double figures as Blustar Detergent finally barged into the win column by beating Topstar ZC Mindanao, 89-75, in the PBA D-League Foundation Cup yesterday at the Strike Gym in Bacoor, Cavite. The Dragons took the lead late in the first quarter before stretching the lead to as high as 26 points in the fourth to finally score a breakthrough... Читать дальше...

When you want to accessorize your LBD (that’s “little black dress”, ladies!) with something a little more memorable than traditional pearls, turn to “Spectral Soiree,” the Anniversary 2016 collection of the eye-catching, effortlessly chic jewelry line Heyjow.

Bible stories have been taught in schools and churches for ages but the musical “Godspell” takes to the subject matter quite differently. That is, a series of parables based on the gospels of Matthew and Luke are depicted musically.

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New York – Boeing Co signed an agreement to sell jetliners to Iran Air, the company said on Tuesday, confirming Iranian statements about the historic deal to sell 100 jetliners to the airline.

Butch Ramirez, incoming President Rodrigo Duterte’s personal pick to man the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), seems to be the perfect choice to lead the agency as evidenced by the positive reviews made by key players in the sports community. Ramirez has been appointed to take charge of the PSC, the government agency he used to head almost ten years ago. Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) first vice president Joey Romasanta, also the Rio Games chief of mission, feels Ramirez’s return will result... Читать дальше...

Incoming President Rodrigo Duterte has proven his consistency in a lot of things. In his choice of decisions, words, attire, and food, the tough-talking Mayor of Davao City seldom became irresolute.

Today, we remember the life and works of St. John the Baptist.

Speaker Feliciano “Sonny” Belmonte Jr. is fully supportive of the full-blown implementation of a national identification (ID) system not only to improve the country’s security landscape, but also to improve public access to government services. The outgoing House chief also challenged his colleagues in the incoming 17th Congress to roll up their sleeves to pass a law that would immediately effect the implementation of a national ID system. “I have always been in favor of a national ID system. I fully support it,” he said. Читать дальше...

The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has ruled that Manila North harbor cannot handle foreign cargoes.

Bacolod City, Negros Occ. – Days before he steps down as mayor of Bacolod City, an order for his suspension awaits Monico O. Puentevella.

The Philippine Navy (PN) quickly adopted its "governance charter" soon after the "visioning workshop" it conducted in 2006. It soon

Iloilo City – Despite differences in political affiliations, Senate President Franklin Drilon remains hopeful the administration of

Global reclaimed the solo lead without breaking a sweat after it was awarded a victory over Pasargad via walkover last Wednesday in the United Football League at the Rizal Memorial Stadium. Only seven players from Pasargad reportedly showed up for the scheduled match, prompting league officials to award Global a 3-0 win. Global improved to 18 points, three clear of defending champion Ceres-La Salle and Loyola Meralco Sparks. It was the sixth win in as many matches for Global, the only unbeaten club in the league competition. Читать дальше...

Manila, Philippines -Have you ever experienced being in the middle of a phone call and your conversation gets cut because you suddenly lost signal? Were you ever surprised to find super high charges in your bill for data usage you can’t even recall? Do you miss out on capturing the best moments on camera just because you ran out of phone memory? Good news—your smartphone blues will soon be a thing of the past with the launch of the all new Samsung Galaxy J series (2016), smartphones designed specifically with the needs of Filipinos in mind. Читать дальше...

Millions of Britons began voting Thursday in a bitterly-fought, knife-edge referendum that could tear up the island nation's EU membership and spark the greatest emergency of the bloc's 60-year history.

BloomberryBloomberry Resorts Corporation has signed an agreement for the sale of its controlling stake in Jeju Sun Hotel & Casino in Jeju Island, South Korea to Iao Kun Group Holding Company Limited for about P4.75 billion. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Bloomberry said subsidiaries of the two firms have signed an agreement on the sale by Solaire Korea Co. Ltd. of its 96.23 percent shareholding in Golden & Luxury Co. Ltd. (G&L) – the owner and operator of the Jeju casino. Читать дальше...

As part of her first project visit as World Bank’s new country director, Mara Warwick visited cacao farmers in Mindanao and granted new funding for the country’s cacao sector. Mindanao supplies bulk of the country’s cacao production. Warwick and her team met with beneficiaries of the recently approved P26 million Cacao Production and Dry-fermented beans marketing in Davao, a project implemented under the Department of Agriculture’s Philippine Rural Development Project  (DA-PRDP). DA-PRDP is a six-year... Читать дальше...

China’s offer to construct a Railway System from Manila to Clark is “a positive sign for the development of Clark International Airport (CRK)” according to local airport executives. Chinese diplomats recently offered President-elect Rodrigo Duterte a proposal to build a railway system from Manila to Clark in just two years.  “The ambassador said, ‘We will do your Clark-Manila railway. We’ll use the shortest way.’ I don’t know how they’ll do it. But we will complete it in two years,” Duterte stated in his speech this Tuesday, June 21. Читать дальше...