Lip service: record numbers of lip augmentations were performed in the US last year

 Entertainment
May 302016
 
Lip service: record numbers of lip augmentations were performed in the US last year

In confirmation that pillowy lips are the must-have beauty accessory of the moment, it has been revealed that a record number of lip augmentation procedures were carried out in the US in 2015.  A recent survey revealed many see Jennifer Lawrence as the ideal when it comes to lip size© AFP PHOTO / TIMOTHY A. CLARY Newly released data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has confirmed that lip jobs are now the second-fastest growing facial procedure in the United States since 2000, beaten only by dermabrasion procedures. Lip implant procedures increased in every region of the US over the course of the year, with a total of 27,449 procedures carried out — an average of one every 19 minutes. Gaining popularity among both genders, lip implants have grown 48 percent since the year 2000. Lip injections, ranging from Botox and Dysport to soft tissue fillers, are also on the up throughout the country. Implants are seen as a more permanent procedure, with new designs made from soft, flexible silicone, and inserted via two small incisions at the corners of the mouth. Although designed to be long lasting, they can often be removed if necessary. Lip injections are perceived as less intimidating, as any unwanted results will usually wear off within a few months. However, it isn’t just Americans heading to the beauty clinic — figures released in January at the annual IMCAS (International Master Course on Ageing Science) conference in Paris found that cosmetic surgery is on Read More …

‘Flavors Of The Philippines’ wows palates at 8th Annual Embassy Chef Challenge in DC

 Entertainment
May 302016
 
‘Flavors Of The Philippines’ wows palates at 8th Annual Embassy Chef Challenge in DC

Embassy Chefs from 18 countries pose for a group photo before the awarding ceremony of the 2016 Embassy Chef Challenge at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center on 25 May 2016. WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Chef Claude Tayag’s bringhe recipe and Enzo Lim’s special cocktail bagged the People’s Choice Award at the 8th Annual Embassy Chef Challenge organized by Events DC and Cultural Tourism DC on 25 May 2016 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. “The Filipino people won it. We have conquered the world with our cuisine,” said Chef Claude. Chef Claude Tayag’s Bringhe paired with Enzo Lim’s special cocktail wins the People’s Choice Award in the 8th Annual Embassy Chef Challenge. “See the trending here in the US. Philippine cuisine has crept into the mainstream. They know about adobo, pancit, and lumpia. A lot of people around the world have what I call a ‘Filipino cuisine connection’. I really think it is our decade,” he added. Master mixologist and restaurateur Enzo Lim, whose special cocktail was described as “bold in its use of tropical flavors and locally inspired by way of ginger zest andkalamansi,” shared Chef Claude’s enthusiasm and excitement about the Philippines’ inaugural participation in the Challenge. The winning team: Master mixologist and restaurateur, Enzo Lim and Chef Claude Tayag “This is the first time we joined and I am glad that I’m a part of it. It is a great way to learn about the cuisines of other countries and obviously, to showcase ours, which I think we did,” Read More …

Aquino defends self from ‘lack of empathy’ criticism

 Entertainment
May 302016
 
Aquino defends self from ‘lack of empathy’ criticism

By Jelly F. Nepomuceno President Benigno S. Aquino III shares the stage with Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Ambassador to the Philippines Capaya Rodriguez Gonzalez; Islamic Republic of Iraq Ambassador to the Philippines Hazim Ahmed Mahmud Al-Yousifi; Republic of Brazil Ambassador to the Philippines Rodrigo do Amaral Souza; and State of Qatar Ambassador to the Philippines Ali Ibrahim Al-Malki for a snap shot during the Presentation of Credentials at the Rizal Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Tuesday (May 24). Also in photo is Foreign Affairs Secretary Jose Rene Almendras. (MNS photo) MANILA  (PNA) – President Benigno Aquino III on Thursday expressed confusion why some of his critics described him as leader who is lacking empathy to the suffering Filipino people. ”You know I looked for definition of empathy because, actually, I cannot understand if that criticism has basis,” President Aquino said in a media interview during the launching of the Balog-Balog-Multipurpose Project in San Jose, Tarlac. From Wikipedia, the President said “empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another being is experiencing from within the other being’s frame of reference, i.e., the capacity to place oneself in another’s position.” He also cited definition of empathy from Merriam-Webster which states: “The feeling that you understand and share another person’s experience and emotions. The ability to share someone [else’s feelings].” To probe his critics wrong, President Aquino cited two events where he showed ‘empathy’ to the suffering victims of super typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in November 2013 and of the Zamboanga Read More …

Duterte on Marcos burial: It is my sole decision

 Entertainment
May 302016
 
Duterte on Marcos burial: It is my sole decision

Supporters of Sen. Bongbong Marcos protest outside the House of Representatives on Wednesday during the first day of the canvassing of votes. The protesters urged members of the joint canvassing committee to hold a separate date for the proclamation of the winner of the vice-presidential race.(MNS photo) DAVAO  (Mabuhay) – President-elect Rodrigo Duterte defended Thursday his decision to allow the burial of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani. The longtime Davao City mayor said the issue of Marcos’ burial at the Libingan ng mga Bayani has divided the country and must now be put to rest. Rights groups have said Marcos’s forces killed or tortured thousands of people during martial law. “Patay na ang tao, [ano] pa ang gusto niyo? Do you want the cadaver to be burned? Would that satisfy your rage?” Duterte said. “It is my sole decision. I accept full moral, legal responsibility. I believe it has created division in the country,” he added. The presumptive president added Marcos’ children must not be made to suffer for their father’s actions. “Look… the sins of the father, if there are any, should never be visited upon the children,” he said. Duterte, who is set to be proclaimed the country’s 16th president, earlier said he will allow Marcos’ burial at the Libingan ng mga Bayani “not because [Marcos] is a hero…but because he was a Filipino soldier.” Martial law victims have warned the dictator’s burial in the heroes’ cemetery would whitewash the strongman’s crimes Read More …

Discrepancies in COCs not necessarily proof of cheating: Gonzales

 Entertainment
May 302016
 
Discrepancies in COCs not necessarily proof of cheating: Gonzales

Senate President Franklin Drilon and House Speaker Sonny Belmonte oversee the opening of the ballot boxes containing Certificates of Canvass at the House of Representatives on Tuesday. The Joint Congress convened to canvass votes for the presidential and vice-presidential races.(MNS photo) MANILA  (Mabuhay) – Mandaluyong City Rep. Neptali Gonzales II on Thursday said discrepancies that may be found by Congress, sitting as the National Board of Canvassers (NBOC) for votes for president and vice president, do not immediately point to election irregularities or manipulation. Gonzales, head of the canvassing panel of the House of Representatives, said “Kami sa NBOC, we are just doing our ministerial duty na pagbibilang ng mga boto.” If there are discrepancies between the electronic and hard copies of the Certificates of Canvass (COC), the NBOC refers them to the Board of Canvassers of the Commission on Elections (Comelec), Gonzales explained. Comelec will then determine the reason for the discrepancy in the votes reflected in the electronic and hard copies. “Kung may pagkakaiba, then pinapupunta lang namin yung mga board of canvassers para lang ipaliwanag yung pagkakaiba at hindi nangangahulugan na mayroong manipulasyon,” Gonzales said. “Ang batayan namin sa electronic system would be the electronically transmitted results. Ang task is i-prepare namin yung boto na nakalagay diyan for president and vice president at kung nagta-tally ito pareho sa hard copy ng COC na manually pinadala sa amin,” Gonzales said. On Wednesday, NBOC deferred the canvassing of votes from the provinces of Laguna, Davao del Norte, and Ilocos Read More …

Bishop says Church won’t prevent arrest of priests

 Entertainment
May 302016
 
Bishop says Church won’t prevent arrest of priests

Giovanna Fontanilla (2nd left), director of the University of Santo Tomas Community Development Office, announces Pope Francis’ activities when he visits the pontifical university during his trip to the Philippines in January. The Pope will meet with leaders of various religions and youth representatives. (MNS photo) MANILA  (Mabuhay) –  Archbishop Oscar Cruz on Tuesday said that the Catholic Church will not prevent the authorities from arresting a priest who has committed a crime. Cruz made the statement as incoming President Rodrigo Duterte threatened to divulge sins of the clergy. “Kapag may masamang ginawa ang isang pari, may krimen, kailangan po siyang managot sa estado. Kung kailangan siyang makulong ay ikulong,” the bishop said. Duterte said he will give himself until June 29, a day before he assumes office, to reveal the alleged sins of the clergy. He said among the sins he will reveal are those committed by bishops who have children. Duterte warned he will reveal the names of the children and details of where they live. “You want me to do it? I will do it. Sumobra kayo. You went beyond the bounds,” he said. Cruz said that the Church is not disappointed over Duterte’s revelations against the bishops. “Sabihin na lang po ninyo kung sino at ano ang ginawa at aasikasihin naman po iyon,” Cruz said during the radio interview. He added: “Tama po iyon para malinis po natin ang ranggo ng kaparian. Minsan nga po talaga ang mga obispo ay hindi nila nalalaman ang ginagawa ng Read More …

Revised BIR rules on ‘the waiver’

 Economy
May 292016
 

In recent years, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has experienced setbacks in many cases where the courts set aside and canceled deficiency tax assessments on the ground that the waiver signed by the taxpayer is invalid. As many taxpayers will know, the waiver — technically, the “Waiver of the Statute of Limitations” — extends the period within which the BIR may issue a deficiency assessment against a taxpayer…

‘Books Across America’ gets books in hands of young children with help from ‘The Dr. Oz Show,’ UPS, Scholastic, and The National WIC Association

 Entertainment
May 262016
 
‘Books Across America’ gets books in hands of young children with help from ‘The Dr. Oz Show,’ UPS, Scholastic, and The National WIC Association

“The Dr. Oz Show” is proud to lead the Books Across America effort to give more children access to books and a chance at a brighter future,” said Dr. Oz(photo courtesy of http://www.kctv5.com/) Sacramento, Calif.— On Wednesday, May 25, “Books Across America” launches with “The Dr. Oz Show,” UPS, Scholastic, and the National WIC Association (NWA), a nationwide book drive and week-long campaign, May 25 to May 31. The drive aims to get books into the hands of children across the country ages 0 to 5. The campaign was inspired by First 5 California’s Talk. Read. Sing.® public service media campaign, which encourages parents and caregivers to verbally interact with children from birth which, research shows aids in brain development. “The Dr. Oz Show” is proud to lead the Books Across America effort to give more children access to books and a chance at a brighter future,” said Dr. Oz. “Too many children in our country lack this basic resource. Through our partnership with UPS, NWA, Scholastic, First 5 California, and individuals’ generous donations, we not only are distributing books, but helping to educate parents and caregivers about why talking, reading, and singing to children regularly is critical to their healthy brain development.” Participating The UPS Store locations nationwide will collect book donations from individuals who drop them off. Women, Infants and Children (WIC) will distribute the books to families participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program at various clinic locations in partnership with NWA.Scholastic, the world’s largest publisher Read More …

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