Delta Air heeds DOTC call to transfer to NAIA3

 Economy
Mar 272014
 
Delta Air heeds DOTC call to transfer to NAIA3

MANILA, Philippines – Delta Air Lines has heeded the call of the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) to transfer its operations to the newer Ninoy Aquino International Airport terminal 3 (NAIA3) to pave the way for the P1.3-billion rehabilitation of NAIA1. Steven Crowdey, director, Philippines, Australia and Micronesia of Delta, said the relocation of its operations to the NAIA3 from NAIA1 effective Aug. 1 would be permanent. At NAIA3, customers would experience larger departure and arrival immigration halls, a smooth flow from the airport entrance to the departure gates, more seating areas and less security congestion. In addition, passengers could enjoy more shopping and dining choices and better natural lighting throughout the lobby and departure gate areas. Furthermore, Delta would install more self service check-in kiosks in the lobby, reducing the wait time for check-in which will result in a better customer experience at the airport. Terminal 3 features a two-tiered design with its ground level designed for arrivals and the second level for departures. Business ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 Each level has 600 square meters of curbside space allowing for more efficient drop offs and pickups. The center of the building contains passenger processing function. Retail shops and food courts line the departure and arrival levels while parking for over 1,200 cars is provided in front of the terminal. Terminal 3 also offers a 232 square meters contemporary lounge with modern furnishings. “This exciting news is another big step for Delta as it has Read More …

Budget deficit balloons to P34.2 B

 Economy
Mar 272014
 
Budget deficit balloons to P34.2 B

MANILA, Philippines – The country’s budget deficit ballooned in January as the government ramped up spending for the reconstruction of areas devastated by Super Typhoon Yolanda. In a statement, the Department of Finance said the deficit expanded by 75 percent to P34.2 billion in January from P19.5 billion in the same month last year. A deficit occurs when government expenditure exceeds revenue over a particular period of time. Excluding interest payments on the government’s debt, the deficit turns into a primary surplus of P22.2 billion. “The Philippines’ fiscal performance figures in recent years are a manifestation of restored normalcy in meeting the expectations of the Development Budget Coordination Committee,” Finance Secretary Purisima said. Purisima credited the country’s sound fiscal performance to improving revenue collections, declining reliance on foreign currency debt and President Aquino’s drive to transform the country into one of the fastest-growing economies. Business ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 He said the Philippines has gotten closer to achieving its annual revenue targets over the last four years. In 2013, state revenues were just 1.7 percent short of the official target. Revenue collections for January rose eight percent to P148.8 billion with tax revenues accounting for 91 percent or P134.8 billion of the total or an increase of 12 percent year on year. The Bureau of Internal Revenue and the Bureau of Customs posted double-digit growth rates amid an intensified campaign to curb smuggling and tax evasion. BIR collections grew 10 percent to P104.2 billion in January Read More …

Olongapo students help shape positive picture of PHL in US

 Entertainment
Mar 272014
 
Olongapo students help shape positive picture of PHL in US

Strengthening people-to-people ties. Ambassador Jose L. Cuisa, Jr. congratulates the students from Olongapo who are participating in the first ever exchange program between Olongapo City and Virginia Beach (Philippine Embassy Photo by Majalya Fernando) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nine public school students from Olongapo City are helping shape a positive picture of the Philippines and strengthen people-to-people ties with the United States through an educational exchange program with the city of Virginia Beach in Virginia. The nine students make up the first delegation from Olongapo to participate in an exchange program under a sister city agreement with Virginia Beach that was made possible with the help of Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. and the Philippine Embassy. The nine students from the Regional Science High School (RSHS) and Olongapo City National High School (OCNHS) arrived in Virgnia Beach last week to participate in the exchange program with Tallwood High School. They are accompanied by Councilor Jong Cortez and teachers Miguel Esporas and Lovella Jarobel. The students, who are staying with foster families in Virginia Beach, are: Thea Ysobel Cortez, Frezniel Bien Salinas, Jonas Exequiel Soriano, John Daniel Mendoza, Ethan Arcelao, Keana McCoy, Via Ronquillo, Juliana Mendoza and Dainty Jewel Manuel. The students paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Cuisia, who initiated the exchange between during a visit to Tallwood High School in Virginia Beach last year. During their call, the students told the Ambassador that aside from discussing Philippine history and culture, they also try to get their American classmates to learn Read More …

Kenichi Ebina, ang nagwagi sa “America’s Got Talent 2013, ay magtatanghal sa Pechanga ngayong Abril

 Entertainment
Mar 272014
 
Kenichi Ebina, ang nagwagi sa “America’s Got Talent 2013, ay magtatanghal sa Pechanga ngayong Abril

Ikinagagalak na ipaalam ng Pechanga Resort & Casino ang pagtatanghal ni Kenichi Ebina ngayong Abril sa kanyang pinaka-unang palabas mula nang siya at manalo sa “America’s Got Talent” Season 8. Mararamdaman ng mga tagahanga ang buhay na buhay na lakas ng kanyang pagsasayaw sa dalawang espesyal na palabas ng “Kenichi Ebina Dance-ish Entertainment” sa Abril 12 at 13 sa Pechanga Theater. Dahil sa malakas at napakalaking pagtanggap, ang mga upuan ay limitado kaya bumili na kayo ngayon habang mayroon pang natitirang mga tiket. Ang mga tiket ay mabibili sa halagang $30, $45, $60 at $80 mula sa Pechanga Box Office mula alas dose ng tanghali hanggang alas otso ng gabi, sa pamamagitan ng pagtawag sa (877) 711-2946 o sa pagbisita sa www.Pechanga.com/Entertainment. Sinimulan ni Kenichi Ebina ang kanyang karera sa pagsasayaw noong siya nagpasimula sa grupong “BiTrip,” kasama ang ibang mananayaw na Hapon noong 2001. Napanalunan ng BiTrip ang unang puwesto at sila ay naging Grand Champion ng “Amateur Night.” Noong 2007, napanalunan ni Kenichi ang pitong parangal sa isang kompetisyon sa pagsasayaw na pinamagatang “Showtime at the Apollo” at siya lamang ang naging Grand Champion ng dalawang beses sa buong kasaysayan ng Apollo Theater. Pagkatapos ng pitong taon, nakamit ni Kenichi ang pambansang pagkilala at nagkaroon siya ng mga tagahanga mula sa buong bansa sa pamamagitan ng “America’s Got Talent.” Pagkatapos ng kanyang pagsasayaw ng dalawang beses sa pinale ng palabas, siya ay hinirang na tagapanalo ng season 8 noong Setyembre 18, 2013. Si Kenichi ay naging aktibong-aktibo pagkatapos Read More …

Palace welcomes House panel adopting its suggestions on FOI bill

 Entertainment
Mar 272014
 
Palace welcomes House panel adopting its suggestions on FOI bill

President Benigno S. Aquino III presides over the Cabinet Meeting at the Aguinaldo State Dining Room of the Malacañan Palace on Wednesday (September 04, 2013). In photo are Secretary to the Cabinet Jose Rene Almendras, Executive Secretary Paquito Ochoa, Jr.,Department of Finance Cesar Purisima and , Education Secretary Armin Luistro. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – Malacañang on Saturday welcomed the decision of a House of Representatives panel to adopt its suggestions on the Freedom of Information (FOI) bill to speed up its passage. Deputy presidential spokesperson Abigail Valte said in an interview on state-run dzRB Radyo ng Bayan that Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office (PCDSPO) undersecretary Manuel Quezon III has already met with proponents from the Lower House to explain Malacañang’s position. Valte noted that Malacañang had also previously worked with representatives in the 15th Congress on the FOI bill. “…Sa kagandahang palad naman po in the 15th Congress, the Palace proposal was also adopted by the Technical Working Group of the Committee on Public Information,” she said. “And even po sa Senate noon, noong 15th Congress, these proposals were also adopted by the Committee under Senator Gringo Honasan,” she added. For this Congress, Valte said that Malacañang was pleased that its members were open to provisions or proposals from the Executive branch. “Kasi naniniwala po tayo na ‘yung mga provisions po na ‘yon ay naa-address po niya ng buo ‘yung mga concerns ng Pangulong Aquino tungkol po doon sa paghabol ng burukrasya kapag nagkaroon na po ng Read More …

JBC shortlists 3 candidates for deputy ombudsman for military

 General
Mar 272014
 
JBC shortlists 3 candidates for deputy ombudsman for military

President Benigno S. Aquino III graces the 8th East Asia Conference (EAC) on Competition Law and Policy at the Mindanao Ballroom, Sofitel Philippine Plaza in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City on Wednesday (August 28, 2013). EAC is an open event for key high-level officials of competition agencies in East Asia. EAC participants exchange ideas, views and experiences on emerging regional competition issues; and undertake to strengthen understanding and cooperation with regard to the implementation of competition policy and law across the region. In photo are Justice Secretary Leila de Lima and Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) chairman Kazuyuki Sugimoto. (MNS photo) MANILA  (Mabuhay) – The Judicial and Bar Council (JBC) has selected three nominees that would be vying for the post of Deputy Ombudsman for Military and Other Law Enforcement Offices (MOLEO). According to the Supreme Court Public Information Office, the three candidates who made it to the shortlist were Deputy Ombudsman for Luzon officer-in-charge Rudiger Falcis II, Assistant Ombudsman Cyril Ramos and former Commission on Elections law department head Ferdinand Rafanan. The post was vacated last February 6 by Emilio Gonzales III, who has retired. President Benigno Aquino III has 90 days to pick from the JBC shortlist. The JBC is constitutionally mandated to screen and select nominees for vacant posts in the judiciary and the Offices of the Ombudsman and Deputy Ombudsman. The council is chaired by Chief Justice Leila de Lima, with ex-officio members like Justice Secretary Leila de Lima and regular members like Jose Mejia, Read More …

Solenn to headline new Star Cinema movie with Vhong

 Entertainment
Mar 262014
 
Solenn to headline new Star Cinema movie with Vhong

Solenn Heussaff (MNS photo) Despite the legal battles he is facing, actor Vhong Navarro is indeed back to business as he is set to headline a movie this year. GMA-7 star Solenn Heussaff reposted a tweet in her Twitter account about her upcoming movie with Navarro. Other details about the horror project “Da Possessed” have yet to be revealed, although Star Cinema has reported that it will be directed by Joyce Bernal. Just last week, Navarro returned to “It’s Showtime” after nearly two months after sustaining physical injuries when he was mauled by a group led by businessman Cedric Lee and model Deniece Cornejo inside a condominium unit in Taguig last January 22 after he allegedly raped Cornejo. Navarro denied raping her and has since filed criminal complaints against those involved in the mauling. While saying that he isn’t sure if he can still go back to his cheerful self, Navarro told viewers of “It’s Showtime” upon his return to the show: “Kayo po ang dahilan kaya ako nanatiling matatag, kung bakit ako nakatayo sa harap ninyo ngayon at ‘yun din po ang dahilan kaya gustong gusto ko na magtrabaho dahil yun po ako eh. Gustong gusto ko magpasaya ng tao.” (MNS)

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