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INQUIRER.net By: Ivan Angelo L. de Lara, November 21st, 2015 08:04 PM Arizza Nocum is not just a delegate, but a speaker at the One Young World summit, tackling peace and security as a young woman who has witnessed terrorism. IVAN ANGELO L. DE LARA BANGKOK, Thailand—It was last year when 21-year-old Arizza Nocum learned about the One Young World summit, the largest forum of and by the youth in the world. Learning that being a delegate to the event would cost her an arm and a leg, she applied for a scholarship to attend it, and was luckily chosen by a foundation which would support her trip. On Saturday, she was not just a delegate, but a speaker in front of more than a thousand eager young people from all over the world, talking about peace and security, a cause which she has advanced for years as a young woman who has learned and witnessed terrorism. Library for peace Raised by a Muslim mother and a Christian father, Arizza said her parents have taught her that both religions could co-exist. And so, she has started a library open to young Muslims and Christians in order to bridge the gap between the two faiths and promote education. “My family started building libraries to provide a venue not only for young people of different religions and backgrounds to come together but also to provide access to educational materials that are sparse in these areas,” Nocum said during her speech. Her venture Read More …
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INQUIRER.net By: Julliane Love de Jesus, November 21st, 2015 07:25 PM President Benigno Aquino III listens during the 27th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Nov. 21. AP KUALA LUMPUR—President Benigno Aquino III may have avoided the issue on the South China Sea dispute during the recently concluded Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation but he surely is making up for it in his meeting with Southeast Asian leaders. As if one time is not enough, President Aquino underscored several times the competing claims between the Philippines and China in the resource-rich South China Sea on the first day of the 27th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit in the Malaysian capital. During plenary sessions on Saturday, which were attended by Asean countries as well as China, Japan and South Korea, Aquino highlighted anew the need for peaceful settlement of disputes “in the sea known by many names.” He also reiterated that the UN Convention on the Laws of the Sea (Unclos) must be honored by all countries. Aquino stressed this in an earlier Asean plenary session and meeting with China, which was represented by People’s Republic of China Premier Li Keqiang. “Excellencies, our long-term goal of building an East Asian Community will only be truly realized when cooperation is matched by a steadfast commitment to maintain peace, stability, and security in the region. On this note, the Philippines reiterates the primacy of the rule of law,” said Aquino at the Asean Plus 3 meeting at the Kuala Read More …
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INQUIRER.net By: Julliane Love de Jesus, November 21st, 2015 05:04 PM President Benigno Aquino III speaks at a closing press conference for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit at the International Media Center in Manila on Nov. 19. AFP KUALA LUMPUR—Amid the growing tension over the South China Sea, the Philippines has a message to China: Promote peace and set an example to other countries. With China being one of the oldest civilizations in the world, the more it has to take the lead in promoting peace and harmony among its neighbor countries, according to the Philippines. President Benigno Aquino III said this before a number of leaders at the 18th summit of the Association of South East Asian Nations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he had an opportunity to raise China’s incursion and bold reclamation activities in the disputed sea. “Excellencies, Your Majesty, China’s economy is larger than that of the entire Asean; its population is larger than that of all Asean nations combined. Any uncertainty in the region affects more of their people. Is it not therefore reasonable to expect China to take the lead in pushing for mechanisms that ensure stability, so that a peaceful rise may truly be achieved, not only by China, but for the entire region?” Aquino said in his intervention. “Likewise, all of our cultures tell us of the value of respecting elders; China claims to be among the oldest civilizations. We therefore hope that it sets an example for the rest of Read More …
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Nov 202015
Kyla was emotional when she recalled the 15 years of her journey together with her fans at the “Kyla Flying High” concert. MANILA, Philippines – After 15 years in the industry, Kyla proves that she still has a lot to offer. On Friday, Kyla celebrated her 15th year in the industry through the “Kyla Flying High” concert that happened at the Kia Theater in Cubao, Quezon City. “This means so much to me,” she said at the opening of her show. “Welcome to a milestone year in my life.” She then recalled how as a child she would pretend performing in New York in front of a big crowd who are applauding her talent. “It was just an ordinary dream for me from Tondo and now, who would have thought na it’ll be an extraordinary reality for me,” she said. “Tonight is a special night of special moments filled with the best music and I wish that I’ll leave smiles in your faces.” One of the highlights of the show is when she performed the song “Hanggang Ngayon,” which she said changed her life. Entertainment ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 “[Year] 2000 no’ng ni-release ko po ang song na ‘to from my album ‘Way to Your Heart.’ Hindi ko talaga ine-expect na magiging hit song siya talaga,” she said about the song. “Kaya ngayon, gusto ko talaga muling ipakilala sa inyo the song na bumago a buhay ko,” she added. While she was performing, the people lit Read More …
Nov 202015
Angelica Panganiban (MNS Photo) Actress Angelica Panganiban, who turned 29 recently, is not in a hurry to settle down. Panganiban said she and her boyfriend, actor John Lloyd Cruz, are currently prioritizing their respective projects. She believes that she and Cruz have a solid relationship. “Wala,” she said when asked if they have plans of settling down soon. “Kasi alam mo, may assurance naman na solid kami. Pero sa ngayon, parang ang saya pa ng takbo ng career.” “Ang dami ko pang akala ko hindi ko magagawa, pwede pala akong maging nanay sa isang 19-year-old. Nakakabigla ang nangyayari nowadays so ang hirap sabihin, hindi mo mapi-predict,” she added, referring to her role as Claudia Buenavista, mother of Angelo (Daniel Padilla) in the primetime soap “Pangako Sa ‘Yo”. “So ngayon, kung ano ang mayroon sa akin, ngayon talagang ibinibigay ko ang 100% ko sa trabaho ko kasi sayang ang opportunity kung palalampasin namin ang trabaho. And I’m sure ang mga ganyang bagay ay makakapaghintay, pero yung chance na makapag-portray ka ng role na ang hinihingi ay single ka, parang okay pa naman. Walang pagmamadaling nangyayari.” Panganiban went on to say that she will just let fate decide. “Well, doon naman talaga pupunta ang lahat kung ‘yun ang nakatadhana sa akin. I think mangyayari kung sa tingin ng tadhana na ready na ako. Siguro ganoon,” she said. Aside from “Pangako Sa ‘Yo”, Panganiban is gearing up for the “Banana Sundae”, which will debut on November 15. Cruz, meanwhile, stars in the upcoming Read More …
Nov 202015
President Benigno S. Aquino III exchanges views with Commonwealth of Australia Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull during the expanded bilateral meeting at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel on Wednesday (November 18, 2015), at the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. MNS Photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – Leaders of the 21 member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation condemned all acts of terrorism and urged for closer global cooperation in the fight against extremist violence. The latest draft communiqué to be issued by APEC heads of state at the close of a two-day summit on Thursday did not refer to the territorial dispute among Asian nations in the South China Sea, but included the string of attacks on Paris, Beirut and on the Russian aircraft over Sinai. Highlighting their concerns over the impact of terrorism on their economies, the APEC leaders called for unity amid the global scourge, which they said needs “urgent” and “increased” international cooperation. “We strongly condemn all acts, methods, and practices of terrorism in all their forms and manifestations. We will not allow terrorism to threaten the fundamental values that underpin our free and open economies,” according to the latest draft. The statement veers from the typical APEC declarations focusing on trade and investments. APEC Leaders Although primarily focused on business and economic concerns, APEC leaders at their 2001 summit in Shanghai issued a statement condemning the Sept. 11 attacks in the United States that same year. The Manila summit, the largest gathering of the world’s biggest economies Read More …
Nov 202015
United States of America President Barack Obama delivers his remarks during the joint press statement with President Benigno S. Aquino III after the bilateral meeting at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel on Wednesday (November 18), at the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – President Barack Obama on Wednesday said the US government has a “rock solid commitment to the defense of the Philippines” as the validity of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) hangs before the Supreme Court (SC). Obama faced the media after a one-hour bilateral meeting with President Benigno Aquino III at the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit. “With respect to Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement, obviously, the Philippines has to go through its process in the Supreme Court review. But we are confident that it is going to get done and we are going to be able to implement effectively the provisions and the ideas that have come forward during the course of these discussions,” said Obama. President Benigno S. Aquino III exchanges views with United States of America President Barack Obama during the expanded bilateral meeting at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel on Wednesday (November 18), at the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting. (MNS photo) The SC has deferred at least twice its ruling on the petitions questioning the Philippines’ EDCA with the US. Under EDCA, the US will be allowed to build structures, store as well as preposition weapons, defense supplies and materiel, station troops, Read More …