THE GOVERNMENT will decide by year’s end on the toll hike applications of some major expressway operators, who are seeking to increase charges by as much as 25%, a Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) official said on Monday.
Mar 102015
Mar 102015
THE PHILIPPINE government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $300-million loan agreement to support the country’s implementation of the K to 12 program in its basic education curriculum, according to a document posted on the ADB Web site.
Mar 102015
THE REDUCTION of income tax rates for both individual and corporate taxpayers will not be achieved within the term of President Benigno S. C. Aquino III, Senator Juan Edgardo M. Angara said on Tuesday, citing pleas from some agencies to go slow on tax cuts.
Mar 102015
popular 2 US tourists face charges for damaging Coliseum Jolo Revilla goes home as police continue investigation of accidental shooting Cop from SAF unit that killed Marwan shot by comrade Sunshine Cruz airs side vs Cesar Montano’s sis Sharon Cuneta admits going through one of the lowest times of her life, career 9 women shave heads to protest CARP delay DND defends P1.2 billion chopper deal Poe: No need for another hearing videos PBA: Ginebra’s LA Tenorio comfortable on the floor with Emman Monfort PBA: Agustin credits good defense, big men performance for win over Purefoods PBA: Warner’s maturity big thing for Globalport, says coach Gonzales Crime watchdog wants advisory body composed of bishops, inter-religious leaders Former Tarlac Governor calls Aquino to resign Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle Photo by Kristine Sabillo/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines–Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle has been tapped to head another key Catholic Church position—as president of the Catholic Biblical Federation (CBF). This was announced by Pope Francis at the Vatican on March 5, according to the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) news site. Tagle will assume the post at the 9th CBF plenary assembly on June 18 to 23, in Nemi, Italy. He will serve at this post until 2021. Tagle will succeed Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, who served as CBF president since September 2002. Last October, Tagle was elected to head the Catholic fellowship of international and local organizations committed to the Biblical-pastoral ministry, the CBCP said. Get Inquirer updates while on Read More …
Mar 102015
New Chair of New York City’s Commission on Human Rigts Carmelyn P. Malalis. CHR WEBSITE PHOTO NEW YORK CITY — Mayor Bill de Blasio appointed Carmelyn P. Malalis, a Filipino-American lawyer and activist, chair and Commissioner of the New York City Commission on Human Rights (the commission), which had faced criticism for lethargy. Malalis vowed to revitalize the commission, which is responsible for New York City’s efforts to enforce the New York City Human Rights Law, educate the public about the law, and work with governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations with similar functions. Malalis’ appointment follows more than a decade of her career in private practice as an advocate for employees’ rights in the workplace. As Chair and Commissioner of the Commission, Malalis leads an agency with the dual roles of investigating complaints of discrimination and retaliation in employment, housing and public accommodations; and providing outreach, education and training to the public to prevent discrimination before it occurs and avert intergroup tension. Prior to her appointment, Malalis was a partner at Outten & Golden LLP. She joined the firm in 2004 and represented individuals and classes of employees in New York City and across the country in civil rights and employment actions. At the firm, she co-founded and co-chaired its Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Workplace Rights Practice Group; co-chaired its Disability and Family Responsibilities Discrimination Practice Group; and successfully represented employees in negotiations, agency proceedings, and litigations involving claims of sexual harassment, retaliation, and discrimination based on race, Read More …
Mar 102015
Abakada party-list Rep. Jonathan dela Cruz on Tuesday called on President Benigno Aquino III to once and for all reveal his involvement in the Mamasapano clash, instead of dropping pieces of information every now and then in an “information striptease.” Dela Cruz said Aquino’s explanation during a Monday prayer gathering that he had at first failed to read then-suspended Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Alan Purisima’s first Feb. 25 message, sent at 5:45 a.m., because his mobile phone was off “makes things worse” for the bereaved families of the 44 Special Action Force (SAF) police officers killed in the clash. “They (the families) do not deserve this kind of [ambiguity]. This information striptease will just convince people that there’s a massive cover up in this operation because [the President] just comes out with all kinds of contorted [information],” he said. In the same prayer gathering, Aquino said he was “fooled” by Napeñas by giving him wrong information about the operation. This contradicted Aquino’s earlier explanation to lawmakers at a meeting in Malacañang that he had been lied to by Purisima when he received inaccurate information that help was on the way to the beleaguered SAF troopers trapped in a firefight with Moro rebels. Purisima supposedly called the shots during the police operation dubbed “Oplan Exodus” despite being having been suspended by the Ombudsman at that time. Dela Cruz also urged Aquino to take full responsibility for the incident as the police and military services’ commander in chief, and come clean Read More …
Mar 102015
Freego heats up the streets with its Bare spring/summer collection. MANILA, Philippines – This summer, denim brand Freego allows everyone to stand out not just on the beach, but the urban streets as well with its latest jeannovations: Shape Up jeans for women, and 7-Point Pocket jeans for men. The denims are engineered and crafted to serve both fashion and function, whether for everyday wear or nights out with friends. Freego’s Shape Up jeans emphasize every woman’s body shape with its three main features — the butt-lift riser, hip-enhancing dart, and slimming leg effect — to show off every girl’s killer hips and derriere. The jeans come in six different washes, which go from light to dark. Ladies who prefer to bare their legs can opt for Freego shorts, which go well with the Bare collection’s array of sexy tops. For men, Freego’s 7-Point Pocket jeans are designed to follow the natural seven-point anatomy of the hand, thus allowing freer, more comfortable movement to give gents that naturally cool vibe. The jeans also come in a variety of washes and go well with Henley shirts or long-sleeved polos. Freego is available at leading department stores nationwide. Lifestyle Feature ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch:
Mar 102015
The long hot British India summer: A long-sleeved blouse with floral print and tassel is paired with a printed dark jade sarong for ladies. For men, a long-sleeved cotton shirt with floral print over light-colored linen shorts looks cool. MANILA, Philippines – Summer will be a romantic season with British India’s latest collection suited for a sultry getaway in the tropics. A sheer floral-printed long-sleeved blouse with tassel detail is paired with a forest green printed sarong knotted at the front. The free-spirited will definitely look boho chic in British India’s diaphanous separates, like a printed blouse with bell sleeves and a printed midi skirt with bright orange embroidery at the hem. A more polished bohemian choice would be a floral printed long dress with embroidered neckline punctuated with a black floppy, wide-brimmed hat. The men will look just as good in British India’s selection of bold separates. Try something different and out of the ordinary, like a two-toned floral printed button-down or a red floral-printed short-sleeved shirt. Ground the look with neutral colors such as khaki linen shorts or dark gray cotton shorts. Take that summer-hot vacation with your beloved and watch temperatures rise. Cinderella is located at Alabang Town Center, SM Aura Premier, Cinderella Glorietta 3, Shangri-La Plaza – East Wing, Vmall Greenhills, and Ayala Center Cebu. Visit Cinderella’s website at www.cinderella.ph and like Cinderella on Facebook (mycinderella.ph), follow @cinderella_ph (Twitter) and @cinderellaphil (Instagram).
Mar 102015
MANILA, Philippines – American-based Feld Motor Sports has announced that monster truck juggernaut Monster Jam is headed to Manila for the first time ever, debuting at Mall of Asia Arena on the 20th and the 21st of June for three exciting shows, with ticket prices starting at P850. For decades, Monster Jam has been one of the biggest and most successful touring family shows in the United States. Monster Jam is one of the most exciting forms of family entertainment, featuring four-meter tall, five-ton beasts. The stars of the show are the biggest performers on four wheels: the Monster Jam trucks. These amazing machines bring fans to their feet while racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over – or smash through. Monster Jam is a family-friendly event that will appeal to the young and young at heart, as well as lovers of motor and adventure sports, and will be sure to have Filipino hearts racing. Monster Jam is a huge day out for all the family kicking off with the world famous Party in the Pits. Before the 2pm shows on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday June 21, fans will have the opportunity to meet the Monster Jam superstars, get their autographs and take pictures with the trucks. This unequalled access allows fans to really get amongst the Monster Jam action. “We are thrilled to be bringing Monster Jam to our fans in Manila for the first time!” said Feld Motor Sports’ International Vice Read More …
Mar 102015
French connection: Xavier Boyer and the rest of French indie pop group Tahiti 80 perform this Friday at Green Sun in Makati City in a concert presented by Terno Recordings. Toti Dalmacion says the Tahiti 80 sound is ‘like everything good in the ’60s, ’70s, ‘80s and ’90s mixed in a blender with some fat grooves, sick beats and electronic sounds thrown in for some good measure.’ Adult issues. Heartbreak. New love. Lifestyle Feature ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: These are the lyrical themes lead singer Xavier Boyer explored in the latest Tahiti 80 album, “Ballroom.” Sonically, the album bears no resemblance to other landmark records of love and loss (such as Bob Dylan’s “Blood on the Tracks,” Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds’ “The Boatman’s Call,” or Beck’s “Sea Change”) but the sentiments are there — nakedly but with taste and restraint. “Not in a syrupy, clichéd way,” says Toti Dalmacion of Terno Recordings, which is bringing the French indie pop band to play for the second time in Manila. The guys from Tahiti 80 will perform this Friday at Green Sun. “All these things you find out about when you reach a certain age,” adds Xavier. The band was formed in Rouen in the mid-’90s and is currently based in Paris, releasing six albums so far. According to the band bio, singer-guitarist Boyer and bassist Pedre Resende formed the pop combo as students at the University of Rouen, sharing an affinity for indie music, new wave and Read More …