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Will Arci fall for Daniel Matsunaga?

Mar 252017

Arci Munoz Arci Munoz shrugged off the idea of possibly falling for Daniel Matsunaga, who was her training partner in an aerial dance number during the pilot weekend of the ABS-CBN talent show “I Can Do That.” Following their winning routine that weekend, Munoz and Matsunaga immediately gained a following which dubbed their team with the moniker “Darci.” Munoz, however, stressed that her relationship with Matsunaga is purely professional and “for show” only. “Meron kaming kontrata na pinirmahan. May kontrata kami na hindi kami puwede pumasok sa isang relasyon starting nung March 10. Kailangan six months kaming single. Apat kaming pumirma doon. Kasama po si Dandan. Kaya hindi po kami puwede talaga,” she said. Munoz recently broke up with local rock artist Badi del Rosario, the son of Brunei’s Prince Jefri Bolkiah, while Matsunaga was previously in a relationship with Erich Gonzales. While she appreciates the supporters of her tandem with Matsunaga, Munoz said she is not yet ready to love again just yet. “Siguro sign ni God din ito na dapat mag-concentrate muna ako sa mas importanteng mga bagay. Hindi pa muna ako ready,” she said. Munoz also has something to say to those who think she is just using her breakup with del Rosario to create noise because she has a new show. “Wala akong pakialam sa kanila. Hindi ako nagbabasa ng mga comments. I’m going to live my life the way I want to,” she said. (MNS)

Sarah G as Darna? Here’s what she has to say

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Mar 252017

Sarah G as Darna? Here’s what she has to say

Sarah Geronimo Now that Angel Locsin won’t be playing the Filipino superhero Darna in the much-awaited movie from director Erik Matti, the hunt is on for the next actress to don the iconic red-and-gold costume. Fans of Sarah Geronimo, for one, are eager to see their idol in the role. But the singer-actress just gave out a hearty laugh when asked about playing Darna. “Eh ‘di wow! Gusto ninyo bang makakita ng Darna na naka-jumpsuit?” she quipped. Geronimo believes something else is meant for her and the much-talked about role is not one of them. “Hindi po totoo ‘yan. Popsters lang ang may gusto niyan,” she said, referring to her fans. Meanwhile, Geronimo admitted feeling anxious as she and her fellow coaches gear up for the blind auditions of “The Voice Teens.” “Mag-start na po kami mag-taping. Kinakabahan ako. Challenge po kasi talaga sa akin umupo sa red chair na ‘yun. Pero I promised to myself na mag-e-enjoy ako this time. Ayaw ko to put so much pressure on myself,” she said. “Iba pa rin talaga [ang pressure sa coach]. Kasi kami ang nagde-decide who stays sa competition. Mahirap [hind imaging emotionally involved] pero I will do my best,” she added. As a returning coach, Geronimo’s only goal is to be instrumental in the journey of an aspiring talented artist.(MNS)

Saksihan sa Pechanga ang Pagtatanghal ng DIVAS live sa Pebrero 18

Entertainment

Jan 142017

Saksihan sa Pechanga ang Pagtatanghal ng DIVAS live sa Pebrero 18

Divas Concert Itinatampok ang apat na sikat sa larangan ng musika— Kyla, Angela, KZ, at Yeng na tinaguriang DIVAS Live in Manila— sa isang kakaibang pagtatanghal na masasaksihan live sa Pechanga Resort & Casino sa Pebrero 18 alas-7:30 ng gabi. Ang Pechanga Resort & Casino sa Temecula, California ay kilala sa pagtangkilik ng magagaling at mahuhusay na mga Pilipinong artista at mang-aawit kagaya ng international singer na sina Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano, Mega Star na si Sharon Cuneta, Lani Misalucha, ang singer/aktres at Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, pupolar na komedyante at aktor, Vice Ganda, winner ng ‘Star Power Search 2011′ Angeline Quintos, international actress at top endorser Anne Curtis, at Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo– na bigay todong umaaliw sa kagalakan ng mga manonood. Bukod sa maayos na mga kainan, pahingahan at kasayahan, nais ng Pechanga Resort & Casino na mag-alay ng natatanging kaganapan lalo na sa Pilipinong mga patron. Kung kaya’t ang ‘DIVAS Live in Manila’, na kilala at tagumpay sa larangan ng pag kanta at entertainment ay mag-aaliw sa mga Pilipinong patron at taga subaybay ng naturang casino. Ang Filipina DIVAS na patok na nagtangghal Live sa Manila ay mapapanood sa buwan ng mga puso sa Pebrero 18 alas-7:30 ng gabi sa isang masayang pagsasama ng apat na sikat na mang-aawit— Kyla, Angeline Quinto, KZ, at Yeng Constantino. hatid sa inyo ng premyadong Pechanga Resort & Casino. Si Kyla ay minsang binansagang Princess ng R&B na kalaunan ay tinanghal na Queen sa taglay na kasikatan at patok Read More …

Trump nominee for state secretary grilled on EJKs in PHL

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Jan 132017

By Nimfa U. Rueda LOS ANGELES — US Secretary of State nominee Rex Tillerson endured tough questioning about human rights – including extrajudicial killings (EJKs) in the Philippines – during his confirmation hearing in Washington earlier this week. Sen. Marco Rubio grilled Tillerson, the outgoing ExxonMobil CEO nominated by Donald Trump to be the US Secretary of State, about his views on reported human rights violations in Russia, China, Saudi Arabia and the Philippines. Rubio asked Tillerson: “Since President Rodrigo Duterte took oath last June, The Los Angeles Times reports that roughly over 6,200 people have been killed in the Philippines by police and vigilantes in alleged drug raids. In your view, is it the right way to conduct an antidrug campaign?” In response, Tillerson said the United States and the Philippines had a longstanding friendship and that it was important to keep that in perspective when engaging with the Philippines. “They have been an ally. We have to ensure that they stay an ally,” he said. Rubio replied: “That’s correct Mr. Tillerson, but my question is about the 6,200 that have been killed in these alleged drug raids. Do you believe that it is an appropriate way to conduct that operation, or do you believe that it is something that’s conducive to human rights violations (and) that we should be concerned about?” Shortly after the hearing, Amnesty International USA criticized Tillerson for not calling out governments, including the Duterte administration, for human rights violations. “After a day of questioning, Read More …

Duterte: I never ordered cops to execute drug suspects

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Jan 042017

Duterte: I never ordered cops to execute drug suspects

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte reiterates the huge problem of illegal drugs in the country is in his speech during the ‘Convergence of Nanay Volunteers as Community Drugwatch’ held at the Parade Grounds in Clarkfield, Angeles City, Pampanga on December 22, 2016. (MNS photo) DAVAO CITY, Dec 28 (Mabuhay) — President Duterte has categorically denied he ordered authorities to just shoot and kill drug suspects even as he dismissed criticisms that those who died outside of police operations were victims of extra-judicial killings. “Did I tell you to kill? I did not. I never said you should kill drug pushers,” Duterte said in a speech before village officials here on Tuesday. He said he told policemen to make sure they were not harmed by drug-crazed pushers. “If they put up a fight, then shoot them. But those being shot at the back, those wrapped in plastic, that’s not ours,” he said, referring to victims who had been summarily executed and were dumped in public places. He said in police operations, pushers were getting killed because they had put up a fight. “I have been telling you (authorities) don’t let them (drug suspects) outsmart you,” the President said in Visayan. It was not the first time that Duterte denied ordering authorities to just kill drug suspects, although he underscored the need for them to stay alive during anti-drug operations. He also pledged to stand by policemen or soldiers, who would face charges in line with the performance of Read More …

Intelligent Clearance Sonar, a safety support technology for parking

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Dec 312016

Intelligent Clearance Sonar, a safety support technology for parking

Pedal misapplication and vehicle reversing accidents in parking spaces have been significantly reduced by Intelligent Clearance Sonar. Pedal misapplication and vehicle reversing accidents in parking spaces have been significantly reduced Toyota City, Japan, December 26, 2016 — Toyota Motor Corporation conducted a survey of accidents occurring in parking lots involving three models (the Alphard, the Vellfire, and the Prius) which have been equipped with the Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) system. The survey was conducted during the 18-month period from January 2015 to June 2016 on the ICS?a system which helps to prevent or mitigate collision damage in parking spaces. According to the survey of data concerning approximately 2,500 accidents from insurance companies that cover the policies for about 60,000 of these above mentioned vehicles, pedal misapplication accidents fell by approximately 70%, and accidents related to reversing have been reduced by approximately 40%. ICS uses clearance sonar to detect obstacles during sudden start caused by pedal misapplication, which helps to mitigate damages caused by collision. The Alphard, Vellfire, and Prius which were launched in 2015 have been equipped with additional sensors and where the detection range has been increased. This expands the total detection range, and the software has also been improved2. This enables the ICS to help reduce collision damage caused by pedal misapplication, to support collision avoidance with adjacent vehicles and obstacles, as well as to mitigate damage when moving at low speed within a parking lot or pulling into a parking space even without pedal misapplication. To contribute to the Read More …

The Lexus LC: A dynamic luxury coupe in every aspect

Entertainment

Dec 312016

The Lexus LC: A dynamic luxury coupe in every aspect

The LC is a new flagship 2+2 performance coupe for Lexus’ global model range, not only showcasing the qualities of design, beauty, engineering and advanced technology that define it as a premium vehicle manufacturer, but also symbolizing its ambition as a luxury lifestyle brand. The Lexus LC will go on sale in the U.S. in Spring 2017. December 08, 2016 – The introduction of the new LC performance coupe is a significant illustration of Lexus’ dedication to create cars with exciting, emotional designs and exhilarating performance. In the space of just 27 years, Lexus has had a transformative effect on the world’s luxury car market. Engineering excellence has produced generations of powerful, responsive engines and transmissions, while its pioneering hybrid technology has taken efficiency and smoothness to ever higher levels. Cutting-edge design and a contemporary approach to luxury based on master craftsmanship traditions further emphasize its status as a world-class luxury vehicle manufacturer. Now Lexus is building on its established strengths and evolving its reputation for vehicle development to explore new opportunities in design and technology that reshape its model range. The change is being led from the top by Akio Toyoda, who in taking on the roles of Lexus’ Chief Branding Officer and master driver, has given the business more freedom, autonomy, and the confidence to be daring. With the benefit of dedicated resources, greater flexibility and quicker decision-making, Lexus has delivered a succession of vibrant new models that are changing the way it is perceived by both Read More …

OVP: Robredo in US with family, monitoring relief ops

Entertainment

Dec 312016

OVP: Robredo in US with family, monitoring relief ops

(From left) Vice President and Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council Secretary Maria Leonor V. Robredo, Cabinet Secretary Leoncio B. Evasco, Jr., Executive Secretary Salvador C. Medialdea, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Perfecto R. Yasay, Jr., and Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Vitaliano N. Aguirre II, attend the Cabinet Orientation Workshop at the Premier Guest House in Malacañan Palace on July 11,Monday. (MNS photo) MANILA, Dec 26 (Mabuhay) – The Office of the Vice President has confirmed that Vice President Leni Robredo went to the United States over the holidays for a family reunion. Robredo’s spokesperson Georgina Hernandez made the remark in a statement after some netizens criticized the Vice President for being in the US while Typhoon Nina wreaked havoc in the Bicol region over the weekend. “The Vice President travelled for a family reunion to the United States for the break, which was planned more than a year ago,” Hernandez said in a statement on Monday. “She will be going home to Naga as soon as she arrives,” Hernandez added. However, no date has been given as regards her return. Robredo is a former congresswoman representing Camarines Sur. Mocha Uson, a staunch supporter of President Rodrigo Duterte, and several other netizens lashed out at the Vice President for her absence as Typhoon Nina crossed the Bicol region on Sunday. Hernandez said Robredo had been monitoring and directing the OVP “to work with regional officials and agencies in setting up local relief centers for immediate emergency response Read More …

Sneak peek to the 128th Rose Parade

Entertainment

Dec 312016

Photo by Abner Galino By Abner Galino On Christmas Eve, Weekend Balita/US Asian Post went to the “decorating places” around the Rose Bowl stadium in Pasadena where some of the floats for the 2017 Rose Parade were being built. Well, that was not a very smart idea. We didn’t get the memo that has been posted everywhere all along: Christmas Eve. It turned out that we were two days ahead of the official start of floats decorating activities in that place. So, except for a couple of security people manning the “decorating places and expo village,” there were no volunteers available for the intended interviews. But the jaunt was not entirely useless. We got fortunate to get a sneak peek into probably one of the biggest floats that would join the 92 floats, marching bands, equestrian units that will form part of the 128th Rose Parade. Photography was not allowed inside the working area so we had to take our shots from the roadside. And the shots were taken just in time as a towering replica of a young, eyeglasses-wearing giraffe was being lowered, apparently so it could fit inside the tent where the volunteers would later continue building it on Tuesday (December 27). By the way, the Filipino-American community has something to look forward to in the 2017 Rose Parade, particularly the first-ever inclusion of the U.S Army’s 26th Cavalry Regiment, otherwise known as the Philippine Scouts. The riders are current or retired military or descendants of the original Read More …

Erik addresses rumors that Angeline has new BF

Entertainment

Dec 312016

Erik addresses rumors that Angeline has new BF

Erik Santos (MNS photo) Erik Santos denied rumors that Angeline Quinto is now in a relationship with somebody else. Santos and Quinto have been romantically linked for a while now but have yet to go on record about the status of their relationship. “Tsismis lang po ‘yun,” he said. “Hindi ko kailangan magtanong kasi alam ko naman ang nangyayari sa kanya. Hindi totoo.” Santos also said his relationship with Quinto remains the same. “Okay naman po, masaya kami,” he said. As another year comes to an end, Santos said he and Quinto are just grateful for all the blessings that continue to come their way. Santos noted that 2016 has been a very busy year for him and he is looking forward to what’s in store for him in the coming year. “The past year was my busiest kasi nagkaroon kami ng concert with Regine, Martin and Angeline. Then after that, naging mentor ako sa ‘We Love OPM’ and then naging hurado po ako sa ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’ until now. I had shows here and abroad. I am just so grateful,” he said. Santos also regularly appears on “ASAP” every Sunday. (MNS)

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