Новости за 11.07.2016

By Nicole Winfield, Associated Press VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis on Monday named a former Fox TV correspondent, Greg Burke, as his spokesman and tapped a Spanish woman to be the deputy, the first time a woman has held the post. Pope Francis poses for a family picture with Greg Burke and Paloma Garcia Ovejero at the Vatican, Monday, July 11, 2016. Pope Francis has named a former Fox TV correspondent, Greg Burke, to replace his longtime spokesman and tapped Paloma Garcia Ovejero, of Spain, to be his deputy... Читать дальше...

New York, United States | Monday 7/11/2016 – 15:39 GMT Starbucks announced Monday it will lift wages for some 150,000 baristas and other employees in its home market as it moves to address staff concerns over insufficient hours. The ubiquitous coffee shop chain will hike base pay for “partners” — employees — and store managers by five percent or more, chief executive Howard Schultz said in a letter to staff. The company will also increase its stock-award program. Starbucks logo. AFP File Photo. The... Читать дальше...

Beijing – The United Nations (UN) arbitration court will rule today on a dispute between the Philippines and China over the South China Sea, where an estimated $5.3 trillion of trade passes each year.

The war on illegal drugs continues with six suspected illegal drugs suspects, including a policeman on AWOL (Absence Without Official Leave), killed in three separate shootouts in Quezon City on Monday and Sunday.

Games Friday (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 4:15 p.m. – Meralco vs Phoenix Fuel 7 p.m. – Mahindra vs Star Will Star finally shine this time? That will be known on Friday as the Star Hotshots battle Mahindra in the featured match of the opening day in the PBA Governors’ Cup on Friday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. The Hotshots failed to get past the quarters in the first two conferences, raising doubts on the capability of two-time MVP James Yap to lead his team to another championship. Star completed a Grand Slam in 2014... Читать дальше...

Pancho started out as a commercial model. When GMA executive Annette Gozon-Abrogar spotted him, she offered him to try showbiz. His first TV show was “Amaya” where he played Agul, friend of Mikael Daez’s character.

Senator Leila de Lima brushed off yesterday proposals to build an Alcatraz-like prison facility for convicted drug traffickers as this violates relevant guidelines of the United Nations (UN).

Having nails done regularly, with the usual trim, color, and treatment, are as common nowadays as following a skin care regimen religiously or visiting the salon every few months for a trim. But keeping hands and feet perfectly manicured or pedicured won’t mask unhealthy, weak, and dull ones.

Former president now Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo (GMA) has filed a motion before the Sandiganbayan Fourth Division to dismiss the graft case filed against her in relation to the National Broadband Network-ZTE deal of 2007.

A free two-week course on “Stereoscopy - an Introduction to Victorian Stereo Photography” will start on August 1, 2016 at www.futurelearn.com open to anyone interested in photography or Victorian history.

By Christopher Lloyd T. Caliwan, Philippine News Agency MANILA, July 11 — Atty. Emerson Carlos will continue to serve as the head of the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA). This was bared by Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea in a letter addressed to Carlos. Photo courtesy UNTVWeb.com “In the exigency of service, please be informed that you are hereby designated as Officer-In-Charge, Metro Manila Development Authority. You are hereby ordered to continue to perform the functions of the... Читать дальше...

2 STRONG QUAKES SHAKE ECUADOR QUITO, Ecuador (AP) – Two strong earthquakes shook the northwestern coastal area of Ecuador on Sunday night, the latest aftershocks from a powerful tremor that killed hundreds of people in April. Authorities said there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries from the latest quakes. The US Geological Service measured the first quake at magnitude 5.9 and said it was centered about 41 kilometers (25.5 miles) south of the coastal city of Esmeraldas. The second quake... Читать дальше...

Ghostbusters, remake to the 1984 film, albeit with an all-female cast this time, is on a frenzied press trail days before its US opening on the weekend. Leslie Jones, through her through her Twitter account @ Lesdoggg, was lamenting over the dearth of fashion designers that’ll do her garb for the movie’s premier events. Luckily, Christian Siriano came to the rescue! The designer shared a Twitter post with his creation at the movie’s premier.   Now that’s how you do it! Simple, elegant, and chic!! Читать дальше...

Food site Bite Sized, in its Facebook account, shared a step-by-step do-it-yourself (DIY) recipe for frozen brazo de mercedes. Follow the simple steps and serve your concoction to family and friends!

By Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press BAGHDAD — The United States will send 560 more troops to Iraq to help establish a newly retaken air base as a staging hub for the long-awaited battle to recapture Mosul from Islamic State militants, Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Monday on an unannounced visit to the country. Most of the new troops will be devoted to the build-up of the Qayara air base, about 40 miles south of Mosul, and include engineers, logistics personnel and other forces, Carter said in Baghdad. Читать дальше...

By Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a good time for animated animals at the box office. “The Secret Life of Pets” follows “Zootopia” and “Finding Dory” as the latest success this year, opening to a massive $103.2 million according to studio estimates Sunday. The Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures film cost only $75 million to produce, and it features the voices of comedians like Louis C.K. and Kevin Hart. “Pets” has been warmly received by critics and audiences, who gave the film a promising A- CinemaScore. Читать дальше...

By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press TOKYO — A resounding election victory for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s ruling bloc has opened the door a crack for his long-cherished ambition to revise the constitution for the first time since it was enacted in 1947 — a behind-the-scenes agenda that could, over time, change Japan’s future. Gains in parliamentary elections Sunday mean that Abe’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party, with the help of coalition partner Komeito and fringe groups supporting constitutional change... Читать дальше...

As a traditional welcome ceremony for newly appointed Police Officers 1, these 659 rookies crawl in the mud on the parade grounds of Camp Bado Dangwa, La Trinidad, Benguet after taking their solemn oath to serve and protect the citizenry, yesterday. (Zaldy C. Comanda) /mb.com.ph

This stretch of Recto Avenue in Divisoria, Manila, which had previously been claimed as their own by vendors, is now passable to all vehicles and pedestrians after a major clean-up, Monday, by Manila City Hall and police.(John Jerome Ganzon /mb.com.ph)

Jakarta, Indonesia - Indonesia called Monday on Malaysia and the Philippines to do more to secure their "unsafe" waters after the weekend abduction of sailors by suspected Islamist militants.

CHICAGO — During their working years, women tend to earn less than men, and when they retire, they're more likely to live in poverty.

Fans of Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo are bolstering support for the on-screen pair’s upcoming film under Star Cinema.

A strong 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Ecuador late Sunday in the same area devastated by a powerful and deadly quake in mid-April, the US Geological Survey said.

MANILA -- Despite impending approval of executive order on Freedom of Information (FOI) implementation with the executive branch, Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara still believes that Congress should still prioritize the passage of FOI law.

The Sandiganbayan Second dismissed the motion for reconsideration filed by the prosecution for the warrant of arrest against former Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Winston Garcia on the electronic membership card (eCard) project in 2004.