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President Benigno S. Aquino III, along with Interior and Local Government Secretary Manuel Roxas II and PNP Chief Director General Ricardo Marquez, honors the colors during the 114th Police Service Anniversary at the PNP Multi-Purpose Center, Camp Crame in Quezon City on Friday, August 7 with the theme: “Pambansang Pulisya: Patuloy sa Makabuluhang Paglilingkod at Makatarungang Pagpapatupad ng Batas.” The Philippine National Police celebrates Police Service Anniversary in commemoration of the joint founding anniversaries of the Insular Constabulary established in 1901 and the Integrated National Police, organized in 1975, both forerunner organizations of the PNP. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – President Benigno Aquino III on Friday told his critics not to use national issue to cause discord in the country. In a speech during the Philippine National Police’s 114th police service anniversary event, Aquino said he will not let his detractors capitalize on past controversies to promote their own interests. “Hindi nga po natin hahayaang gamitin at pagsamantalahan ng iba ang mga isyung hinaharap ng bansa; silang mas pipiling yurakan at sirain ang ating pagkakaisa para muling maghari-harian sa poder,” the President said. President Benigno S. Aquino III honors the colors during the 114th Police Service Anniversary at the PNP Multi-Purpose Center, Camp Crame in Quezon City on Friday, August 7 with the theme: “Pambansang Pulisya: Patuloy sa Makabuluhang Paglilingkod at Makatarungang Pagpapatupad ng Batas.” The Philippine National Police celebrates the Police Service Anniversary in commemoration of the joint founding anniversaries of the Insular Constabulary established in 1901 and the Read More …

Manila Mayor Joseph “Erap” Ejercito Estrada leads wreath-laying during Commemoration of the 69th Anniversary of the Historic Battle of Manila at the Freedom Triangle, Manila City Hall, on Monday, Feb.03, 2014. (MNS photo) (Mabuhay) – Manila Mayor and former President Joseph “Erap” Estrada has come to the defense of his goddaughter Senator Grace Poe amid allegations that she is an alcoholic. Estrada said the accusations against Poe are just part of the supposed black propaganda against the senator, who is leading voter preference surveys on possible presidential candidates for 2016. “That’s black propaganda. I’ve seen Grace, I know her since [she was] small. Hindi ganun yon. Social drinking, what’s wrong with that?” Estrada said. Poe denied allegations that she drinks to excess and is abusive towards household helpers. “Hindi po ako nambubugbog. Ang konsensya ko po ay malinis. May mga kasama po ako rito. Pwede naman silang kausapin, yung mga dati na… Kung mayroon man silang ilalabas, hindi ko talaga mainitindihan kung bakit nagkaroon ng issue na ganyan, pati sa pag-inom, pati sa pag-rehab,” she said. According to Poe, who is also facing questions about her citizenship and residency and eligibility to run for higher office, she feels she is already being bullied. Meanwhile, Estrada has yet to decide whom to support in the 2016 elections, saying he will wait for the platform of governance of all presidential candidates before he will decide whom to endorse. So far, only two have declared their intention to seek the presidency next year—Vice Read More …

Linisin angLipunan rally (photo courtesy of Ecowaste Coalition Facebook page) MANILA (Mabuhay) – The EcoWaste Coalition, a zero waste advocacy group promoting safe chemicals policies and practices, commended De La Salle University-Dasmariñas (DLSU-D) for its newest effort to further “green” the school environment. DLSU-D through its Environmental Resources Management Center (ERMaC) has crafted a university-wide policy for managing the purchase and use of chemical products and services, and other hazardous substances. The policy, among other things, provides for the non-procurement of products containing mercury, and the purchase of lead-safe certified paints. Lead and mercury are among the top “10 chemicals of major public health concern,” according to the World Health Organization. ERMaC Director Marlon Pareja explained that “this policy stems from the Lasallian community’s commitment to promote environmental consciousness and action by integrating sustainable practices into our operations, including toxics use reduction.” “We laud DLSU-D’s latest bid to curb potential sources of toxic pollution within its campus by disallowing the purchase of lead-containing paints and mercury-containing products,” stated Thony Dizon, coordinator of the EcoWaste Coalition’s Project Protect. Such policy is consistent with the “Lead and Mercury Safe Schools for Bright and Healthy Children” statement signed by Environment Secretary Ramon J.P. Paje and other officials in June 2014, the EcoWaste Coalition said. “We agree to promote and uphold ‘Lead and Mercury Safe Schools,’ particularly by using lead-safe paints and reducing lead paint hazards to contain and minimize hazardous dust, and by switching to mercury-free alternatives towards a toxics-free, zero waste educational Read More …

Last Saturday, August 1st, our paper, Balita Media participated as one of the media partners at the Filipinotown Festival in downtown Los Angeles. The festivity kicked off with a procession and parade around the grounds of the Silver Lake Medical Center, carrying the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary where the all – day event took place. The program was hosted by Benito Miranda and Anjanette Abayari. A Holy Mass was officiated by Father Robert Victoria and welcome remarks were made by Filipinotown Neighborhood Council President, Cecile Ramos and by the Honorable Consul General Leo Herrera Lim who’s always accommodating with his time and with a sense of humor, he said:  “it’s nice to know that we, Pinoys are known for our parties and pagkain,” so let’s start the “party!” An original Filipinotown song was sung by singer/composer Edmund Perlas and the patriotic hymn was sang by Pastor Adolfo Bugayong. The Cambodian Cultural Group were also among those who participated, bringing with them, Cambodian singer, Rithy Hahn. Historic Filipinotown Festival Fashion Show which featured Miss Philippines USA 2015 fashion models, wearing the exquisite fashion designs of: Mul Tayoba, Lou Razon and Carl Andrada (seated from left foreground). Photo: Louie Garcia A Kare-Kare cooking demonstration followed, shown by Chef Louis Esguaras and  sponsored by the vendors of Salad Master along with the popular Pinoy supermarket, Seafood City. As a festival showcasing Filipino culture, a couple of Filipino folk dances were performed by some officers and members of the Filipino American Community of LA (FACLA) and a young artists’ singing competition Read More …

Liza Soberano and Liza Soberano (MNS Photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) — Good news for LizQuen fans: the popular love team featuring Enrique Gil and Liza Soberano will once again star in a romantic movie. “They pitched it to us already. Basically it’s about a guy from Manila… I don’t know if there are going to be changes pa po… and a girl from the province again,” said Soberano. Gil, for his part, said: “I’m the guy who’s always busy, always working, not used to waiting, and impatient… Siya (Soberano) naman willing to wait habangbuhay dahil nga doon sa boyfriend niya. Then magtatagpo kami sa province.” Soberano went on to share that their film might be shot in Bacolod. “Bacolod was the one they pitched pero baka maiba pa po,” she said. Meanwhile, Soberano and Gil took the opportunity to thank all those who have supported their last two projects—the soap “Forevermore” and the movie “Just the Way You Are.” Aside from a new movie, Soberano will record an album and will hold a concert with fellow local showbiz “It Girls” Kathryn Bernardo, Janella Salvador and Julia Barretto. (MNS)