Новости за 14.07.2016

By Reuters and Bloomberg The United States (US) is using quiet diplomacy to persuade the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and other Asian nations not to move aggressively to capitalize on an international court ruling that denied China’s claims to the South China Sea, several US administration officials said on Wednesday. “What we want is to quiet things down so these issues can be addressed rationally instead of emotionally,” said one official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to describe private diplomatic messages. Читать дальше...

Games Today (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 4:15 p.m. – Meralco vs Phoenix 7 p.m. – Mahindra vs Star A returning coach and a rookie mentor will make their debuts as action in the PBA resumes today with the start of the season-ending Governors’ Cup at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Ariel Vanguardia, back after finding success overseas, leads Phoenix as it battles Meralco in the curtain raiser at 4:15 p.m. while unheralded Chris Gavina steers Mahindra against a retooled Star squad in the 7 p.m. nightcap. Hoping... Читать дальше...

The United States Senate has approved a bill awarding the Congressional Gold Medal for Filipino and Filipino-American soldiers in the US and the Philippines who fought in World War II under the US Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE). The medal is the highest civilian award that can be bestowed by the US government on an individual or group which performed significant achievement that has impact on American history and culture. The bill, the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal (CGM) Act... Читать дальше...

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) disposed P1.77 billion worth of illegal drugs through thermal decomposition at the Integrated Waste Management, Inc. (IWMI) in Trece Martirez City, Cavite yesterday. Thermal decomposition is the process by which various compounds are broken down by the application of heat where  reconstruction of the substance  is impossible. Destroyed were 346,303.95 grams of methamphetamine hydrochloride (shabu) valued at P1,662,258,960.00; 66,250 ml. of liquid shabu worth P95... Читать дальше...

You can’t miss it; the bright little kiosk designed like a stylish woman’s walk-in closet, which has recently appeared on the third level of Power Plant Mall.

True to her word, neophyte Senator Leila De Lima formally filed a Senate resolution yesterday seeking an investigation into suspicious instances of summary executions of persons allegedly involved in illegal drug activities. In filing Senate Resolution No. 9, the former Department of Justice (DOJ) secretary said it is necessary for Congress to probe the alarming incidence and pattern of summary killings carried out by law enforcement agencies on suspected criminals, particularly those linked to illegal drugs... Читать дальше...

Mobile applications have, whether we notice it or not, made a huge impact on our daily lives.

Sweater, P1,199, Penshoppe Keep things fun: Choose a sweater with a cute print. Henley sweater, P1,249, Uniqlo Because Henleys always do the trick. Jacket,P3,995, Burton Menswear Denim is half rock ‘n’ roll, half rebel, all style. Bomber jacket, P1,799, Vero Moda Pair with skinny jeans and hi-tops, and you’re good to go. Bomber jacket, P3,995, Burton Menswear His on her—perfection Hoodie, P1,599, Uniqlo ‘Cause classics never go out of style Sweater, P795, Stradivarius Push away the darkness with brights... Читать дальше...

President Duterte has appointed six new government executives, among them popular rock musician/businessman Ramon Jacinto, Malacañang announced Thursday. The President designated Jacinto as Presidential Adviser on Economic Affairs and Information Technology Communications with the rank of Undersecretary.  Jacinto, president of Philcomsat Holdings Corp., was the brains behind a campaign jingle for the then Davao City mayor when he ran for president. Ramon RJ Jacinto Jr.(Manila Bulletin /mb.com.ph)... Читать дальше...

By Jun Ramirez, Czarina Nicole O. Ong, and Rizal S. Obanil The Office of the Ombudsman filed yesterday multiple counts of graft and corruption, malversation, and falsification charges against former Vice President Jejomar Binay in connection with his participation in the alleged overpriced construction of the Makati City Hall Building II from 2007 to 2013. Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales filed the case before the Sandiganbayan almost two weeks after Binay lost his immunity from suit. Morales promised... Читать дальше...

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Philippine Clearing House Corp. (PCHC) have signed a formal agreement to adopt the check truncation technology which will not only reduce the check processing period from three days to one but make clearing fully electronic by next year.

While caught in contradicting positions about the moratorium on new mining projects, both the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP) were challenged by a group to put a legal definition on "responsible mining".

Two former lawmakers and a consumer group head are being floated as probable new appointments in the energy sector under the Duterte administration.

Manila Water Co. (MWC) plans to provide water to industrial parks and offer sanitation services in Southeast Asian countries as it expands to meet a target of doubling earnings in five years.

Toronto – With the rise in cybercrimes and attacks, Microsoft yesterday announced further innovations and expanded offering to its cloud service providers (CSP) allowing businesses stronger security and control over their data.

Power utility giant Manila Electric Company (Meralco) has been fast-tracking the electrification of marginalized areas in Manila and Bulacan, primarily on the request of the Department of Energy (DOE).

Finance Secretary Carlos G. Dominguez III would recommend to President Rodrigo R. Duterte to repeal the previous administration’s executive order authorizing the merger of two government-owned banks.

Manila/London – An environmental crackdown on Philippine mines, which helped drive nickel prices to eight-month highs, is likely to have only a muted impact on exports to China in the short term because the biggest mines have met guidelines, experts said.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is preparing additional loans for the Philippine government to support the Duterte administration’s economic agenda.

The Labor Department is set to sign next week an order aimed at ending the practice of endo or labor-only contracting in the country, requiring all the service contractors to get a certification that will prove they don't practice illegal form of contractualization.

Hong Kong, China -- Japanese stocks led a broad rally on Asian markets Thursday, posting a fourth straight gain as investors took heart from another record close on Wall Street, while the pound rose ahead of a key central bank meeting.

The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) destroyed Thursday some P1.77 billion worth of dangerous drugs at the Integrated Waste Management, Inc. (IWMI), Barangay Aguado, Trece Martirez City, Cavite

Beijing, China -- There has been a firestorm of criticism in China's state-run media and on its tightly censored internet since an international tribunal ruled against the Asian giant's vast claims in the South China Sea this week.

President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed six new government executives, including his popular musician and businessman Ramon Jacinto, Malacañang announced on Thursday.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Southeast Asia will not issue a statement on the rejection of Chinese territorial claims in the South China Sea by an international tribunal, said regional diplomats Thursday, blaming the no-comment on pressure by Beijing.