Новости за 23.09.2016

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has rejected calls by Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) founding chairman Nur Misuari to suspend military operations against the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) while negotiations are still ongoing for the release of the 15 remaining hostages of the terrorist group.

The United Nations (UN) Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights is scheduled to review the Philippines next week – on Sept. 28-29 – on the country’s compliance with its human rights obligations under the International Covenant on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights (ICESCR). The ICESCR is a multilateral treaty adopted by the UN General Assembly on Dec. 16, 1966, which came into force on Jan. 3, 1976. The Philippines is one of 164 states that ratified the treaty and undergoes regular review by the committee. Читать дальше...

The weather disturbance that is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) today, Sept. 24, has been upgraded from tropical depression to tropical storm by the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). State weather forecaster Megg Escullar said that once it enters the PAR, it will be named “Helen’’ (international name “Megi”).  The tropical disturbance is located 1,975 kilometers east of Central Luzon with maximum winds of 65 kph and... Читать дальше...

Senator Panfilo M. Lacson said yesterday President Duterte should simply wage a continuing war on illegal drugs, corruption, and crime without asking for an extension of his self-imposed six-month deadline because these problems ‘’will outlive us all.’’

The La Salle Green Archers stake their unbeaten record today against the surprising Adamson Falcons and the coach that once led them to some of the school’s memorable UAAP title runs.

Games Today (Ynares Sports Center, Antipolo City) 3 p.m. – Mahindra vs Meralco 5:15 p.m. – TNT Katropa vs Phoenix TNT Katropa hopes to hold off Phoenix and its import known as “El Destructor” today as the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals head east to the Ynares Sports Center in Antipolo City. The Texters carry a twice-to-beat advantage against the Fuel Masters in their 5:15 p.m. match, needing just one win to advance to the semifinals. Also needing just a win to advance to the semifinals is Meralco... Читать дальше...

Washington – The United States (US) is helping Southeast Asian allies do more to prevent the Islamic State (IS) group from gaining a greater foothold in the area, senior Pentagon officials said Thursday. The IS has already established a presence in several countries across the region, including Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and the Philippines, and authorities worry both about domestic attacks and nationals traveling to join the jihadists in Iraq and Syria. General Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff... Читать дальше...

It's going to be nine months of mood swings, cravings, stress, and big changes on your body. Pregnancy, no matter how joyful the fact that you're carrying another life inside you, is no easy journey,

Dear Suzi and Paolo, I would appreciate your advice and tips on how to prepare my toddler for his beloved yaya’s departure. My son is so attached to his yaya, and I’m worried that when she goes,

Wonder Girls’ Yeeun, 27, and 2AM’s Jinwoon have been revealed to be in a relationship for three years now.

Globally each year more than 30 000 people become living kidney donors. Living kidney donation is constantly evolving, with new ways of pooling donors and recipients to maximise opportunity. With increased numbers, there is increasing information regarding the long term outcomes associated with donation. Pippa Bailey, clinical lecturer in renal...

We have already reported about the Bajaj VS400 launch being postponed. The motorcycle was initially scheduled for a August 2016 launch but it was delayed citing festive season. The news came courtesy CNBC-TV18’s interview with Bajaj Auto’s President-Business Development, S Ravikumar who confirmed that the two-wheeler maker is ‘going to be concentrating on feeding the festive demand’. This time, […]

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With the new Skoda Kodiaq’s appearance dictating how future high-riding vehicles from the Czech auto major would look like, automotive rendering artist Theophilus Chin has created the “Fabiaq”; his rendition of a compact Skoda crossover. But for now, let’s assume that this is how the upcoming Yeti could look like, unless Skoda chooses to call it something else. […]

Reports suggest that British marquee Aston Martin is all set to launch the DB11 in India. It is believed that one unit of the model has already made it to Indian shores ahead of its launch that is said to take place as early as next month (October 2016). The model was first unveiled at the 2016 […]