Pacquiao invokes God, will ‘win’ over Mayweather

 Entertainment
Apr 292015
 
Pacquiao invokes God, will ‘win’ over Mayweather

By Joel GUINTO Manny Pacquiao shadow boxes during media day in Los Angeles days prior to leaving for Las Vegas. Photo Credit: Chris Farina / Top Rank Manila, Philippines (AFP) Tuesday 4/28/2015 – Filipino boxing hero Manny Pacquiao is confident he can beat American arch-rival Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas on Saturday with the power of God, after abandoning a life he said was packed with sin condemning him to hell. Pacquiao is in top form both in mind and spirit after he traded his boozing, gambling and womanising ways for a devout life of prayer, his spiritual adviser, Jeric Soriano, told AFP in a recent Manila interview. “Manny is a God-fearing man. Inside his heart of hearts he really loved God. Except the world got to him,” Soriano said of Pacquiao’s party-boy lifestyle before he became born-again in 2012. Pacquiao now dreams of becoming a pastor and is building a 6,000-square metre (1.5-acre) “worship house” in his southern Philippine hometown of General Santos as a monument to his spiritual rebirth, Soriano said. With Soriano’s help, Pacquiao a few years ago converted to the born-again faith, which shuns many Catholic traditions such as religious images but emphasises strict adherence to the bible. He is now building a church, to be called: “The Word for Everyone” and which can accommodate up 5,000 people, in his southern hometown of General Santos, pastor Boy Buan, who is overseeing the construction, told AFP. ‘I was a sinner’ In 2012, Pacquiao acknowledged he had succumbed Read More …

New Mustang will be the fastest Ford ever sold in Europe

 Entertainment
Apr 292015
 
New Mustang will be the fastest Ford ever sold in Europe

New Mustang will be the fastest Ford ever sold in Europe. (Relaxnews) – At a special live-streamed event on Monday, Ford continued to stoke up excitement about the latest iteration of its classic muscle car – set to go on sale in Europe for the first time in its 50-year history—by demonstrating its vital performance statistics. And those statistics are very impressive: the 5-liter normally aspirated V8 version of the car will be able to accelerate from 0-100kph in 4.8 seconds, making it faster than the 2005 Ford GT hypercar and as quick as the current Porsche Cayman and Bentley Continental GT V8, yet significantly cheaper than either. Even the entry-level model that uses a much smaller, efficient 2.3-liter turbocharged EcoBoost engine can still manage the 0-100kph sprint in 5.8 seconds, which is very respectable, especially considering it’s also capable of returning 35mpg. Officially bringing the pony car to Europe is a potential gamble for Ford and that’s partly why the company has been hyping up its imminent arrival since the end of 2013 – it’s as much to gauge a reaction as it is to get customers to reorder the car. Ford has an enviable reputation for performance, racing, quality and value for money in the EU thanks to a host of fabulous, European-built or European-developed cars that goes right back to the original Le mans-winning GT40 of the 1960s and includes a host of hot and hotter hatchbacks such as the Sierra and Escort Cosworths and the current Read More …

Why KC is happy after breaking up with Paulo

 Entertainment
Apr 292015
 
Why KC is happy after breaking up with Paulo

KC Concepcion (MNS Photo) Actress-host KC Concepcion has proudly declared that she is happier after her much publicized break-up with Paulo Avelino. Part of Concepcion’s new life is her all-out support for sexually abused children, an issue which she passionately discussed at the launch of “Lukso! Cirque La Vie,” a circus therapy campaign for girl survivors of child abuse. The campaign will culminate in a big circus show featuring French luminaries at Resorts World Manila in May. Concepcion that this is her way of keeping her foot on the ground amid all the showbiz hoopla and her privileged life. The Kapamilya star was joined by her long-time friend and French Legion of Honor awardee Laurence Ligier, known for her advocacy for marginalized and abused children in the Philippines and other countries. “Right now I’m focusing on my fitness. I’m focusing on my endorsements. I’m still with ABS-CBN, of course, but for now, gusto ko muna maging best beautiful version of myself,” she said. Paulo Avelino (MNS photo) Asked if she is now dating anybody, the actress suddenly changed the topic and said: “I have three new endorsements coming out. I’m very excited.” Concepcion, however, was not able to dodge the question on whether she has closed her doors on love for now. “I would rather keep things personal because ang dami ko nang pinagdaanan in public. Now is the time to keep my love life private,” she said. It was only last month when Avelino admitted that he and Concepcion Read More …

ASEAN warns sea reclamation ‘may undermine peace’

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Apr 292015
 
ASEAN warns sea reclamation ‘may undermine peace’

by M JEGATHESAN (LANGKAWI, Malaysia) President Benigno S. Aquino III shares the stage with Brunei Darussalam Prime Minister His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Republic of Indonesia Vice President Jusuf Kalla and Malaysian Prime Minister The Honourable Dato Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak for a snap shot during the 11th Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Summit at the Grand Ballroom 2 of the Langkawi International Convention Centre on Tuesday (April 28, 2015). (MNS Photo) Langkawi, Malaysia (AFP)  – Reclamation work in the disputed South China Sea, where China has constructed an airstrip and other structures on coral reefs, threaten to “undermine peace, security and stability” in the region, Southeast Asian leaders warned Monday. Beijing’s assertion of sovereignty over almost all the sea – also claimed in parts by several other Asian nations – has set off alarm bells with its neighbors and beyond as China stakes its claim with growing boldness. A statement to be issued at the close of the one-day summit in Malaysia notes “serious concerns” over land reclamation on reefs whose sovereignty is contested. The work has triggered fears of tightening Chinese control over the seaway. “We share the serious concerns expressed by some leaders on the land reclamation being undertaken in the South China Sea, which has eroded trust and confidence and may undermine peace, security and stability,” said the statement by summit chair Malaysia, seen by AFP, which did not mention China by name. Along with Taiwan, Association of Southeast Asian Nations Read More …

3rd batch of pork scam cases, Malampaya fund mess not on DOJ’s priority list

 Entertainment
Apr 292015
 
3rd batch of pork scam cases, Malampaya fund mess not on DOJ’s priority list

(LANGKAWI, Malaysia) President Benigno S. Aquino III reviews his documents during the 11th Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Summit at the Grand Ballroom 2 of the Langkawi International Convention Centre on Tuesday (April 28, 2015). Also in photo are Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario and Mindanao Development Authority (MinDa) chairperson Luwalhati Antonino. (MNS Photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – With only a little over a year before the Aquino administration ends, Justice Secretary Leila de Lima on Tuesday said the Department of Justice was busy squeezing in as many “urgent” cases to resolve as possible. And apparently, the third batch of cases on the P10-billion pork barrel fund scam and those on the P900-million Malampaya fund mess are not among them. “I don’t know if kasama iyang (third batch of pork barrel scam cases and Malampaya scam case) sa magiging concentration and focus ko because there are really very important matters on my table,” De Lima told reporters. “Hindi ko na rin kasi natutukan because may iba na rin na mas urgent cases na I had to personally attand to,” she said. On Monday, De Lima revealed she was drawing up a “list” of priority cases she intends to have resolved before leaving the Department of Justice. She said this had been keeping her busy, even as she belied rumors that she was planning to resign in June to prepare for her supposed senatorial bid in May next year. De Lima however said the DOJ would do its best “para Read More …

Lacson: ‘I’d send corrupt friends to jail if I were president’

 Entertainment
Apr 292015
 
Lacson: ‘I’d send corrupt friends to jail if I were president’

President Benigno S. Aquino III congratulates Presidential Assistant for Rehabilitation and Recovery former Senator Panfilo Lacson after administering the oath in a ceremony at the President’s Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (December 10). The “rehabilitation czar” is the man in charge to oversee the overall efforts being undertaken by the national government in reconstructing the areas destroyed by super typhoon Yolanda in the Visayas region. (MNS photo) MANILA, Apr 28 (Mabuhay) – Former senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said Tuesday that if he were president he would send his friends or allies to jail if they were proven corrupt. Interviewed on cable news television, Lacson said he was “seriously considering” seeking the country’s top political post and that he would be running on a strong anti-corruption platform. “There should only be one standard. When you fight corruption, you don’t find who are your allies, your friends or enemies,” Lacson said. Told by the host that his anti-corruption stance sounded similar to that of President Joseph Estrada’s “Walang kamag-anak, walang kaibigan” slogan, Lacson said “It should be that way. But implementing it is a different matter.” Lacson cited an example from his days as PNP chief. He said he had a “kumpare,” a regional director in the PNP, his “long-time friend, and comrade in Cebu.” “Sinabi ko na no-take tayo sa jueteng. (I said we should not take money from illegal gambling) Nung makita sa blue book (ng jueteng protectors) ang pangalan niya, right away I called him ‘You have Read More …

Binay, Lacson tandem in 2016?

 General
Apr 292015
 
Binay, Lacson tandem in 2016?

President Benigno S. Aquino III converses with Vice President Jejomar Binay during the79th Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Day Celebration at the AFP General Headquarters Grandstand of the Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City on Thursday (December 18, 2014). This year’s theme is: “Sandatahang Lakas: Ika-79 na Taong Naglilingkod ng Tapat tungo sa Kapayapaan, Kaunlaran at Kasaganaan”. (MNS photo) MANILA, Apr 28 (Mabuhay) – Former rehabilitation czar Panfilo Lacson admitted Tuesday that Vice President Jejomar Binay asked him if he is interested in becoming his running-mate in the 2016 election. Lacson said Binay once asked him about his political plans and whether he would be open to joining forces. “During one of the Cabinet meetings we were seated together and he whispered to me: ‘Ano ang plano mo?’ Sabi ko: ‘Wala pa nga e.’ Sabi niya: ‘Magsama na lang tayo.’” “After that, I haven’t considered anything yet. Basta ang importante lang is to improve on my numbers, nandoon ang focus muna. I haven’t decided nga e. You cannot put the cart in front of the horse.” Asked if he is closed to the idea of running with Binay, Lacson said: “Not at all.” Lacson said he is still getting the public’s pulse on his possible bid for the presidency in 2016. The former senator ran for president in 2004 and placed third in the race with over 3 million votes, behind Fernando Poe Jnr and President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. Lacson said his political plans would depend on how Read More …

WATCH: Being second choice not a problem for Derek Ramsay

 General
Apr 292015
 
WATCH: Being second choice not a problem for Derek Ramsay

Derek Ramsay talks to members of the press during his contract signing with TV5 on Tuesday. Philstar.com/Chuck Smith MANILA, Philippines – After the success of his 2014 romantic-comedy movie “English Only, Please,” Derek Ramsay said he wants to do more movies this year. In an interview on Tuesday, the TV5 actor revealed he is working on a number of movie projects, including a movie with ABS-CBN actress Coleen Garcia titled “Friends with Benefits.” Derek replaced Sam Milby for the said role. Interestingly, Derek’s role in “English Only, Please” (which won him a Metro Manila Film Festival best actor award) was originally meant for Sam Milby. But Derek said he does not mind being second choice. Watch Derek Ramsay’s interview during his contract signing with TV5 here:

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