Martial law in Mindanao is necessary – DFA  

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May 272017
 
Martial law in Mindanao is necessary – DFA  

MANILA, May 24 (Mabuhay) — The Department of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday said President Rodrigo Duterte’s decision to declare Martial Law in Mindanao was “necessary” to suppress “lawless violence” and “rebellion.” Duterte, who was on an official visit to Russia, made the declaration of Martial Law Tuesday night. Philippine security forces have placed Marawi City, the capital of Lanao del Sur Province, under siege to drive out the Maute terrorist group. “In order to suppress lawless violence and rebellion and for public safety, it is necessary to declare Martial Law in the entire island of Mindanao including Sulu, Jolo and Tawi-Tawi for a maximum of 60 days,” the DFA said in a statement. Fighting broke out after government troops attacked a hideout used by key Muslim extremist leader Isnilon Hapilon. Washington has a $5 million bounty for his capture. “The Philippine Government is in full control, and fully aware that the Maute Group/ISIS groups have the capability (although limited) to disturb the peace; they have shown no hesitation in causing havoc, taking innocent lives and destroying property,” the DFA said. United States embassy spokesperson Molly Koscina said the US is “aware of the reports regarding martial law in Mindanao and are following the situation.” A small group of US military anti-terrorism advisers are still in Southern Mindanao. The US and other western states have issued travel advisories on possible terrorist attacks in the Southern Philippines, including in the island of Palawan – a popular tourist destination – warning their citizens Read More …

Martial law in Mindanao is necessary – DFA  

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May 272017
 
Martial law in Mindanao is necessary – DFA  

MANILA, May 24 (Mabuhay) — The Department of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday said President Rodrigo Duterte’s decision to declare Martial Law in Mindanao was “necessary” to suppress “lawless violence” and “rebellion.” Duterte, who was on an official visit to Russia, made the declaration of Martial Law Tuesday night. Philippine security forces have placed Marawi City, the capital of Lanao del Sur Province, under siege to drive out the Maute terrorist group. “In order to suppress lawless violence and rebellion and for public safety, it is necessary to declare Martial Law in the entire island of Mindanao including Sulu, Jolo and Tawi-Tawi for a maximum of 60 days,” the DFA said in a statement. Fighting broke out after government troops attacked a hideout used by key Muslim extremist leader Isnilon Hapilon. Washington has a $5 million bounty for his capture. “The Philippine Government is in full control, and fully aware that the Maute Group/ISIS groups have the capability (although limited) to disturb the peace; they have shown no hesitation in causing havoc, taking innocent lives and destroying property,” the DFA said. United States embassy spokesperson Molly Koscina said the US is “aware of the reports regarding martial law in Mindanao and are following the situation.” A small group of US military anti-terrorism advisers are still in Southern Mindanao. The US and other western states have issued travel advisories on possible terrorist attacks in the Southern Philippines, including in the island of Palawan – a popular tourist destination – warning their citizens Read More …

Duterte’s reference to Marcos’ martial law ‘alarming’ – rights group

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May 272017
 
Duterte’s reference to Marcos’ martial law ‘alarming’ – rights group

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte stresses that those who sow terror will receive a harsh response during his speech upon arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 on Wednesday (May 24, 2017). President Duterte declared Martial law in Mindanao and had to cut short his official visit to the Russian Federation to oversee the terror crisis which erupted in Marawi City. He also thanked Russia President Vladimir Putin and the Russian government for giving the Philippine delegation a warm welcome in Moscow.(MNS photo)   MANILA, May 25 (Mabuhay) — A human rights group on Thursday said President Rodrigo Duterte’s “casual” reference to the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos’ martial law should be a cause for alarm. In a statement, Human Rights Watch Legal and Policy Director James Ross said Duterte’s mention of Marcos was akin to summoning the ghost of the late strongman. “And for Filipinos who lived through martial law under Ferdinand Marcos, Duterte’s casual reference to the late dictator should be especially alarming,” he said. Duterte signed Proclamation No. 216 while in Russia on May 23 placing Mindanao under martial law after around a hundred militants trying to get recognition from ISIS attacked Marawi City as security forces were dispatched to the area to serve an arrest warrant on Abu Sayyaf leader Isnilon Hapilon. On his flight back home after cutting his Russian trip short, Duterte said his martial law would not be different from Marcos’ martial law, pointing out he would be “harsh.” HRW’s Ross stressed Read More …

Duterte’s reference to Marcos’ martial law ‘alarming’ – rights group

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May 272017
 
Duterte’s reference to Marcos’ martial law ‘alarming’ – rights group

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte stresses that those who sow terror will receive a harsh response during his speech upon arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 on Wednesday (May 24, 2017). President Duterte declared Martial law in Mindanao and had to cut short his official visit to the Russian Federation to oversee the terror crisis which erupted in Marawi City. He also thanked Russia President Vladimir Putin and the Russian government for giving the Philippine delegation a warm welcome in Moscow.(MNS photo)   MANILA, May 25 (Mabuhay) — A human rights group on Thursday said President Rodrigo Duterte’s “casual” reference to the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos’ martial law should be a cause for alarm. In a statement, Human Rights Watch Legal and Policy Director James Ross said Duterte’s mention of Marcos was akin to summoning the ghost of the late strongman. “And for Filipinos who lived through martial law under Ferdinand Marcos, Duterte’s casual reference to the late dictator should be especially alarming,” he said. Duterte signed Proclamation No. 216 while in Russia on May 23 placing Mindanao under martial law after around a hundred militants trying to get recognition from ISIS attacked Marawi City as security forces were dispatched to the area to serve an arrest warrant on Abu Sayyaf leader Isnilon Hapilon. On his flight back home after cutting his Russian trip short, Duterte said his martial law would not be different from Marcos’ martial law, pointing out he would be “harsh.” HRW’s Ross stressed Read More …

Duterte administration’s satisfaction rating remains ‘very good’

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May 272017
 
Duterte administration’s satisfaction rating remains ‘very good’

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte stresses that those who sow terror will receive a harsh response during his speech upon arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 on Wednesday (May 24, 2017). A day earlier, President Duterte declared Martial law in Mindanao and had to cut short his official visit to the Russian Federation to oversee the terror crisis which erupted in Marawi City. He also thanked Russia President Vladimir Putin and the Russian government for giving the Philippine delegation a warm welcome in Moscow. (MNS photo) MANILA, May 25 (Mabuhay) — Public satisfaction with President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration remained “very good” in the first quarter of 2017, according to the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released on Wednesday. The SWS said of the 1,200 adults surveyed, 75 percent were satisfied with the national government while 9 percent were dissatisfied and remaining 16 percent were undecided. The results, which were first published on BusinessWorld, gave the Duterte administration a net satisfaction rating of +66, up by 5 points from the fourth quarter 2016 SWS survey result of +61 (73 percent satisfied, 12 percent dissatisfied). The survey was conducted from March 25 to 28 via face-to-face interviews. It had sampling error margins of ±3 points for national percentages, ±4 points for “Balance Luzon” and ±6 points each for Metro Manila, Visayas, and Mindanao. The Duterte administration received a “very good” rating in only one subject out of 15 performance issues which comprise a Governance Report Card. Last year, Read More …

Duterte administration’s satisfaction rating remains ‘very good’

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May 272017
 
Duterte administration’s satisfaction rating remains ‘very good’

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte stresses that those who sow terror will receive a harsh response during his speech upon arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 2 on Wednesday (May 24, 2017). A day earlier, President Duterte declared Martial law in Mindanao and had to cut short his official visit to the Russian Federation to oversee the terror crisis which erupted in Marawi City. He also thanked Russia President Vladimir Putin and the Russian government for giving the Philippine delegation a warm welcome in Moscow. (MNS photo) MANILA, May 25 (Mabuhay) — Public satisfaction with President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration remained “very good” in the first quarter of 2017, according to the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey released on Wednesday. The SWS said of the 1,200 adults surveyed, 75 percent were satisfied with the national government while 9 percent were dissatisfied and remaining 16 percent were undecided. The results, which were first published on BusinessWorld, gave the Duterte administration a net satisfaction rating of +66, up by 5 points from the fourth quarter 2016 SWS survey result of +61 (73 percent satisfied, 12 percent dissatisfied). The survey was conducted from March 25 to 28 via face-to-face interviews. It had sampling error margins of ±3 points for national percentages, ±4 points for “Balance Luzon” and ±6 points each for Metro Manila, Visayas, and Mindanao. The Duterte administration received a “very good” rating in only one subject out of 15 performance issues which comprise a Governance Report Card. Last year, Read More …

New York-bound Megan Young ready to pursue international career

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May 272017
 
New York-bound Megan Young ready to pursue international career

Megan Young (MNS photo) She is optimistic about having an international career. And Megan Young isn’t afraid to move out of the country in pursuit of it. The former beauty queen said her work takes priority over everything else, even marriage. “Kung ang nasa puso mo ay kasal, gawin mo,” she told the late-night talk show, adding: “Pero kung ang puso mo ay career, push for it kasi minsan lang nandiyan iyan while the love of your life will always be there for you no matter what. “Kahit late na kayong magpakasal, it doesn’t matter. What matters is the relationship you have.” Young is currently in a relationship with actor Mikael Daez, her boyfriend for more than 7 years. She said that they have talked about settling down, but there hasn’t been any concrete plans yet. Young will be travelling to New York soon, as she aims to start an acting career abroad. Last year, she signed a five-year contract with US-based Innovative Artists Agency. “It’s another chapter in my life, if ever,” she said. Young was crowned Miss World in 2013. Prior to that, she was an actress under Star Magic. (MNS)

New York-bound Megan Young ready to pursue international career

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May 272017
 
New York-bound Megan Young ready to pursue international career

Megan Young (MNS photo) She is optimistic about having an international career. And Megan Young isn’t afraid to move out of the country in pursuit of it. The former beauty queen said her work takes priority over everything else, even marriage. “Kung ang nasa puso mo ay kasal, gawin mo,” she told the late-night talk show, adding: “Pero kung ang puso mo ay career, push for it kasi minsan lang nandiyan iyan while the love of your life will always be there for you no matter what. “Kahit late na kayong magpakasal, it doesn’t matter. What matters is the relationship you have.” Young is currently in a relationship with actor Mikael Daez, her boyfriend for more than 7 years. She said that they have talked about settling down, but there hasn’t been any concrete plans yet. Young will be travelling to New York soon, as she aims to start an acting career abroad. Last year, she signed a five-year contract with US-based Innovative Artists Agency. “It’s another chapter in my life, if ever,” she said. Young was crowned Miss World in 2013. Prior to that, she was an actress under Star Magic. (MNS)

KZ releases sophomore album 4 years after her debut

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May 272017
 
KZ releases sophomore album 4 years after her debut

KZ Tandingan (MNS photo) KZ Tandingan on Tuesday launched her second album “Soul Supremacy” under Star Music. Tandingan noted that it has been four years since she recorded her debut album. “Kung ano ‘yung nakita niyo sa akin sa audition noon sa ‘X Factor’ mas makikita niyo dito. Nagra-rap ako and singing ballads. Sa first album ang pinarinig ko sa inyo ay ballad side ko, ‘yung roots ko sa Pinoy soul. Sa album na ito mas nagra-rap na ako, very technical pa din ‘yung music, pero mas light na. Hindi na kasing lungkot noong una kong album,” Tandingan said. “Mas hands-on ako sa album na ito. Super naging honest ako with my opinions (sa pagbuo) nito. Mas ako ang album na ito,” she added. For the new album, Tandingan composed a song (“Halik Na Lang”) and also wrote the lyrics for another (“Intro Lude”). Other songs included in the album are “Labo,” “Nag-Iisa Na Naman,” “Dapithapon,” “Imposible,” “Afraid,” “With You,” “Siya’y Darating,” “Sayang,” and “Sa Aking Mga Kamay.” The additional tracks are “Sa ‘Yo,” “Mahal Ko O Mahal Ako” and “Ikaw At Ako Pa Rin.” Tandingan’s sophomore CD is available in all digital stores worldwide but the physical album will be available soon at record bars nationwide. Aside from a local release, Tandingan’s “Soul Supremacy” will also be launched in Singapore via The Academy of Rock Singapore. “To be able to be given a chance to release an album dito sa Pilipinas ay napakalaking blessing na ‘yon dahil di lahat Read More …

KZ releases sophomore album 4 years after her debut

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May 272017
 
KZ releases sophomore album 4 years after her debut

KZ Tandingan (MNS photo) KZ Tandingan on Tuesday launched her second album “Soul Supremacy” under Star Music. Tandingan noted that it has been four years since she recorded her debut album. “Kung ano ‘yung nakita niyo sa akin sa audition noon sa ‘X Factor’ mas makikita niyo dito. Nagra-rap ako and singing ballads. Sa first album ang pinarinig ko sa inyo ay ballad side ko, ‘yung roots ko sa Pinoy soul. Sa album na ito mas nagra-rap na ako, very technical pa din ‘yung music, pero mas light na. Hindi na kasing lungkot noong una kong album,” Tandingan said. “Mas hands-on ako sa album na ito. Super naging honest ako with my opinions (sa pagbuo) nito. Mas ako ang album na ito,” she added. For the new album, Tandingan composed a song (“Halik Na Lang”) and also wrote the lyrics for another (“Intro Lude”). Other songs included in the album are “Labo,” “Nag-Iisa Na Naman,” “Dapithapon,” “Imposible,” “Afraid,” “With You,” “Siya’y Darating,” “Sayang,” and “Sa Aking Mga Kamay.” The additional tracks are “Sa ‘Yo,” “Mahal Ko O Mahal Ako” and “Ikaw At Ako Pa Rin.” Tandingan’s sophomore CD is available in all digital stores worldwide but the physical album will be available soon at record bars nationwide. Aside from a local release, Tandingan’s “Soul Supremacy” will also be launched in Singapore via The Academy of Rock Singapore. “To be able to be given a chance to release an album dito sa Pilipinas ay napakalaking blessing na ‘yon dahil di lahat Read More …

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