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MANILA, Philippines – International air passenger traffic in the Philippines grew by more than 20 percent in the first quarter of the year from a year ago, according to the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB). Data from the CAB showed international air passenger volume reached 5.34 million from January to March, up 28 percent from 4.18 million in the same period in 2014. Of the total volume, domestic carriers accounted for 2.54 million, while 2.80 million passengers were carried by foreign airlines. Flag carrier Philippine Airlines was the market leader among domestic airlines as it flew 1.46 million passengers in the first quarter. Cebu Pacific came in second with 837,942 passengers. Air Asia Zest placed third with 174,246 passengers. Business ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 Getting the fourth and fifth spots were PAL Express which had 39,206 passengers and Tiger Airways with 24,243 passengers. Earlier, CAB reported the volume of domestic passengers reached 5.23 million in the first quarter of this year, a two percent increase from 5.14 million in the same period last year. Total air passenger traffic as of end-March inched up 13 percent to 10.57 million this year from 9.32 million in the previous year.

Like the current Crush Ng Bayan Alden Richards of the surprise kalyeserye hit Aldub of Eat, Bulaga! Juan For All, All For One segment, newly-crowned Mutya ng Pilipinas Asia-Pacific Leren Mae Bautista is from Laguna. “I am a promdi (from the province),” Alden told The STAR, “and I’m proud of it.” And so is Leren. Asked during the contest’s crucial final Q&A what tourist destination fitted her personality, Leren was confident. “Laguna. Because in my province, I learned the value of being responsible…responsible for myself, responsible for my family and responsible in a way that benefits others as well.” Leren is one of three children, the only girl and the youngest. She finished elementary grades at the Maquiling School Incorporated, high school at Trace College and college at the Colegio de San Juan de Letran Calamba. An Aquarian (Jan. 28, 1993), she stands 5’9”, weighs 128 lbs. and measures 36-26-36.5. Entertainment ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 “Being a beauty queen was not really my childhood dream,” confessed Leren. “But when I started joining pageants when I was in third year college, I realized that I loved the challenge. Na-enjoy ko na.” She looks up to Misses Universe Philippines Venus Raj and Ara Arida (also from Laguna), and Miss World Megan Young as role models. “Their pageant journey was so inspiring. They never stopped believing and I really admire them for that.” How did you prepare for the Mutya pageant? “I prepared my mind and body because I Read More …

In this June 7, 2015 file photo, Liza Soberano performs with Enrique Gil for the finale of the ABS-CBN talent show “Your Face Sounds Familiar.” “Ayoko po talaga…as I said, nervous po ako ‘pag madaming tao. Like kunwari Star Magic Ball, kinakabahan na po ako,” Liza said when asked about her thoughts on having a full-blast debut. Philstar.com/Jonathan Asuncion MANILA, Philippines – “I’m not really big on gifts. I like giving back on my birthday,” Liza Soberano said during the press launch of Camp Courage of Johnson & Johnson when asked about her preferred gift for her birthday on Wednesday. According to the ABS-CBN star, who will turn 18 on January 4, she would rather give away stuff than receive big gifts.  Therefore, she plans to have four charity events in celebration of her 18th birthday. “I’m gonna request sana help from my endorsements to help me so that I have my giveaways to give sa charity events ko,” said Liza when asked about how she is planning to organize the events. Despite her popularity, Soberano is keen on having a simple, intimate celebration. READ: Liza Soberano bares goals before having a boyfriend “Ayoko po talaga… as I said, nervous po ako ‘pag madaming tao. Like kunwari Star Magic Ball, kinakabahan na po ako,” she explained. Entertainment ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 “I’d rather keep it simple and nasa comfort zone ko kasi birthday ko, so I should enjoy. Ayoko yung ma-stress ako sa debut ko kasi ninenervous ako, kailangan uptight ako, ganun,” added Soberano, who also mentioned about not being comfortable on wearing ball gowns and the like. The “Just the Way You Are” star also revealed that she isn’t much of Read More …

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INQUIRER.net, Radyo Inquirer 990 AM By: Kristine Angeli Sabillo, August 18th, 2015 07:54 AM Police investigate the scene at the Erawan Shrine after an explosion in Bangkok, Thailand, Monday, August 17, 2015. A large explosion rocked a central Bangkok intersection during the evening rush hour, killing at least 18 people and injuring others, police said. AP The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Tuesday morning said Filipinos who have scheduled trips to Thailand could proceed but should take precautionary measures. “Kung may plano (na pumunta sa Thailand) siguro pwede pang ituloy pero iwasan yung mga mataong lugar sa Bangkok,” (If you have plans, perhaps you can go but avoid crowded places in Bangkok) DFA spokesperson Charles Jose told Radyo Inquirer 990AM. He added, “Maraming ibang lugar na pwedeng puntahan sa Bangkok.” (There are other places you could go to in Bangkok.) The DFA spokesperson said the agency had to assess the “overall situation before issuing a travel advisory.” The reminder came several hours after an explosion rocked Bangkok and killed at least 18 people. Thai news agencies, quoting local police, said a Filipino was among the fatalities. However, Jose said they had yet to verify the news. He said they already sent someone to the Police General Hospital where most of the victims were taken. Jose said the DFA was still waiting for the full report of the Philippine embassy in Thailand. He explained that while media could quote people and claim certain facts, the Philippine government required “documentary evidence” Read More …