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The rally at the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Los Angeles Consulate was led by organizations such as Bantay Pilipinas-USA, Talakayan sa FACLA, Knights of Rizal-HFT and the Overseas Filipinos for Good Governance (OPGG), a US-wide organization that led the rallies in San Francisco, New York, the Marianas and other places worldwide. Los Angeles – Chanting “China Out of the Philippines, Now” and singing “China, China Magnanakaw,” scores of Filipino-Americans rallied and picketed Friday at the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Los Angeles Consulate to join what they call is a global action against China. The rally was led by organizations such as Bantay Pilipinas-USA, Talakayan sa FACLA, Knights of Rizal-HFT and the Overseas Filipinos for Good Governance (OPGG), a US-wide organization that led the rallies in San Francisco, New York, the Marianas and other places worldwide. The more than an hour-long demonstration was held in front of the PRC Consulate located at 443 Shatto Place St. in Los Angeles. Among the demonstrators was California lawyer Atty. Roman Mosqueda, who said that “This rally is in support of the Philippine government and our delegation at The Hague” where a Philippine delegation argued why China’s actions on the islands within the disputed waters in West Philippine Sea constitute violations against Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone territorial claim. According to Mosqueda, “There is ample evidence that the Chinese claim does not hold water and can be described as preposterous.” Along with Mosqueda, other Fil-Am civic leaders included Andrea Aquino of NAM-USA, Dr. Orly Read More …

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An aerial shot from the helicopter of the Metro Manila Development Authority shows the monstrous traffic jam at the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) as vehicles bound for the 101st anniversary celebration of the Iglesia ni Cristo occupy almost the entire northbound portion of the expressway. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – One of the ministers allegedly abducted by the leadership of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) has surfaced. Jojo Nemis denied that he was among those supposedly held hostage by some members of the INC. He said he is at home with his family in Quezon City and remains strong in faith as an INC member. “Nagulat nga ako kanina nang may nagbabalita na ako daw ay nawala, nadukot, na-abduct. Eh lahat po ng yun ay di totoo,” he said. “Ako naman ay nasa mabuting kalagayan sa ngayon… Payapa naman at namumuhay tayo ng maayos,” he added. According to Nemis, he does not know why former INC member Joy Yuson would say that he was among the supposedly missing ministers. “Wala akong idea bakit bigla niyang binanggit na kasama ko roon sa dinukot daw. Wala po, hindi ko matandaan kung ano po ang dahilan niya,” he said. “Eh wala pong katotohanan lahat yan.” Like Nemis, INC minister Lowell Menorca II also denied reports that he was a victim of kidnapping. But Yuson, a former member of the INC for over 20 years and a former administrative coordinator of the religious group’s TV arm, insisted that Menorca was abducted by members of Read More …

Manny V. Ilagan, Officer-in-Charge at the Philippine Department of Tourism-Los Angeles conducts the Philippine tourism product presentation before at least 300 participants composed of travel agents, tourism industry vendors and buyers at the ASTA Trade Show in Scottsdale, Arizona on July 11, 2015. LOS ANGELES – Abundant islands and beaches. Endless thrills and adventures.  Great shopping destinations.  Haven for relaxation. Exotic food. Friendly, kind and hospitable people.  These are just few of the many reasons why “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” which the Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) highlighted at the recent travel agents’ trade show in Arizona. PDOT was one of the featured presenters in the recently concluded “Fiesta in the Desert XII” trade show organized by the Arizona Chapter of the American Society of Travel Agents at the Doubletree Resort-Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, Arizona. In his presentation, Manny Ilagan, Officer-in-Charge of Philippine Department of Tourism-Los Angeles showcased and highlighted popular destinations in the Philippines, especially Boracay and Palawan, including Cebu and Bohol and the endless choices of beaches and island destinations that are in abundance in the country. DOT’s presentation also emphasized the diversity that the country can offer to the tourists – from adventure, shopping, history and cultural immersion, dining and entertainment, to conventions, meetings, exhibitions and other special events.  The engaging video presentations on why “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” and “15 Ways to Have More Fun in the Philippines” were enthusiastically received by the participants.  A travel agent from Colorado described the presentations are “very Read More …