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NewJeans prepares for comeback with Japanese debut, teases world tour
K-pop girl group NewJeans is gearing up for a number of comeback projects this year, including a Japanese debut eyed to kick off a world tour......»»
Twice s Jihyo, Olympian Yun Sung Bin reportedly dating
Jihyo of Korean girl group Twice and Olympic gold medalist for men's skeleton Yun Sung Bin are dating, according to several media outlets in South Korea......»»
CARD Inc. Medical Services opens in Tanauan, Leyte
CARD, Inc. - CARD MRI’s Microfinance and Health Protection (MaHP) opens a clinic and laboratory facility that offers medical services in Tanauan, Leyte on October 5, 2023......»»
Blinken Arrives in South Korea to Attend Democracy Summit
Seoul, South Korea - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived Sunday in South Korea on the first stop of a brief Asia tour also including the Philippines, as Washington moves to reinforce ties with two key regional allies.Blinken landed Sunday afternoon ahead of the third Summit for Democracy on Monday, an initiative of U.S. President Joe Biden, which Seoul is hosting this week.Before arriving in Se.....»»
Biggest-ever Asian Games ready for liftoff in China after Covid delay
The biggest Asian Games in history, boasting about 12,000 competitors -- more than the Olympics -- will open on Saturday in the Chinese city of Hangzhou after a year's delay because of Covid. Athletes including world and Olympic champions will fight for medals in 40 sports from athletics, swimming and football to eSports and bridge. Nine sports, among them boxing, break dancing and tennis, will serve as qualifiers for next year's Paris Olympics. The Games were supposed to take place last September but were postponed because of China's strict zero-Covid rules, before China's ruling Communist Party abruptly abandoned the policy. The 19th edition of the Games, which were first held in New Delhi in 1951, throws together competitors from 45 countries and territories across Asia and the Middle East. For China, which hosted the 2022 Winter Olympics in a Covid-secure "bubble" in Beijing, it is a chance to show off its organizational, sporting and technological prowess after the pandemic years cut the country off from the sporting world. "We have overcome a lot of challenges but we are now fully conditioned to hold a successful Games," Chen Weiqiang, chief spokesperson for the Games, said on Wednesday. Sport meets politics The Games will be staged at 54 venues -- 14 newly constructed -- mostly in Hangzhou but also extending to cities as far afield as Wenzhou, 300 kilometres (180 miles) south. The centerpiece is the "Big Lotus" Olympic stadium with a capacity of up to 80,000 where athletics and the opening and closing ceremonies will be staged. President Xi Jinping will attend the opening ceremony and meet Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad there, along with other visiting leaders, Chinese state media says. Assad is making his first visit to ally China since the war erupted in Syria in 2011. Russian President Vladimir Putin likewise attended the opening ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics, along with Xi, and weeks later launched the invasion of Ukraine. Hangzhou, a city of 12 million people an hour's bullet train from Shanghai, is famed in China for its ancient temples, gardens and its beloved West Lake. It is also the unofficial home of China's tech industry, notably the birth place of Jack Ma's Alibaba. The Games will showcase some of the latest tech to come out of the city, including driverless buses, robot dogs and facial recognition. China medal dash Hosts China have topped the medals table at every Asian Games since 1982 and are expected to do so again by the time the curtain comes down on October 8. They should reign in swimming, with Qin Haiyang fresh from his heroics at the world championships, where he announced himself as the new undisputed breaststroke king. The 24-year-old swept all three men's events and set a new world record in the 200m. In athletics, another of the most closely watched sports, India's Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra will defend his Asian Games javelin crown. His nearest competitor should be world silver medalist Arshad Nadeem from arch-rivals Pakistan and the countries are also on a collision course in cricket and hockey. ESports, in what is seen as a step toward Olympic inclusion one day, will make its full Asian Games debut having been a demonstration sport five years ago. Lee Sang-hyeok, better known as "Faker", has god-like status in League of Legends and will lead the South Korean charge at the futuristic-looking China Hangzhou Esports Centre. There is an added incentive which has caused controversy in South Korea -- winning gold will exempt them from having to do military service. A feature of the Asian Games is that it includes sports that are a little more quirky than the Olympics. Xiangqi -- also known as "Chinese chess" -- the card game bridge and the ancient wrestling discipline of kurash are all on the menu. Although the Games officially open on Saturday, the sporting action began on Tuesday, when North Korea returned to major international competition for the first time since the pandemic with a 2-0 win over Taiwan in men's football. The post Biggest-ever Asian Games ready for liftoff in China after Covid delay appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Sale! Sale!
The Abenson Appliance Fest is the perfect event for those looking to upgrade their homes with quality appliances. For a limited time, you can find great deals on an extensive selection of appliances from Abenson at the TriNoma Activity Center from 21 to 26 August. Score exclusive deals, awesome discounts of up to 50 percent, up to 24 months 0-percent installment on major credit cards and get free delivery with a minimum spend of P10,000. “Abenson presents its largest appliance mall exhibit to date at the TriNoma Activity Center. This event will offer unbeatable prices on high-quality appliances, making it a must-attend for anyone looking to upgrade their home,” said Apple Ma, marketing head of Abenson. Not only will you get to shop for all the latest appliances, you’ll also get to hear the iconic Filipino rock band Parokya ni Edgar, who will be playing its classic hits songs live. Nico Bolzico and Valeen Montenegro will also make an appearance at the event. Get exclusive access to the band’s performance when you complete the Abenson x TCL Quest Card. Don’t miss your chance to meet Parokya ni Edgar in person and get a photo op — only 50 customers can take advantage of this opportunity. The post Sale! Sale! appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Enchanted Kingdom celebrates Eldar the Wizard’s birthday
Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, announces two limited-time offer in celebration of its beloved character’s birthday this month. Eldar the Wizard is a home-grown, jolly character in EK known to teach children to uphold virtues of kindness, humility, patience, honesty, diligence, generosity, and love of God and family. Eldar’s Birthday Treat Promo – 16 July to 13 August 2023 The grand celebration will kick off with the EK online store exclusive Eldar’s Birthday Treat promo of one Regular Day Pass bundled with one Eldar’s hat for a discounted price of P1,200. Guests can avail of this promo exclusively at the EK Online Store until 30 July and experience the enchanting world of Eldar while donning this iconic hat until 13 August. Eldar’s Birthday Bash Promo – 30 July 2023 Meanwhile, EK’s Eldar’s Birthday Bash promo entitles guests with access to Eldar’s Birthday Bash and one EK Regular Day Pass on 30 July at the Enchanting Events Place. Guests will be captivated by the performances of Enchanted Kingdom characters and talented musicians, magicians, and dancers. Kids and adults alike will also enjoy face painting and other fun and interactive games and activities. Eldar will also treat his guests with scrumptious snacks and give away magical souvenirs. To attend Eldar’s Birthday Bash promo on 30 July, guests can book tickets from 16 to 30 July at the EK Online Store, Front Gate ticket booths, and Makati Sales Office. Non-members of the EKsperience Magic Card (EKMC) pay for only P1,500 while EKMC members can get this for only P500. For more information, guests can visit www.enchantedkingdom.ph or visit EK’s official Facebook Page. The post Enchanted Kingdom celebrates Eldar the Wizard’s birthday appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Quezon City launches landmark initiative to acknowledge rights for LGBTQIA+ couples
Queer life partners or same-sex couples in the city will soon be able to legally decide for each other with regard to healthcare matters. This was after the Quezon City Government launched the Right to Care Card that will empower resident queer couples to make medical decisions for their partners. The Right to Care Card will be made operational through a Special Power of Attorney (SPA) and will recognize the decision of the cardholders to agree, refuse, or withdraw consent to any type of medical care for their partners including treatment, procedures, tests, and prescriptions. Mayor Joy Belmonte, a vocal ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and equality champion, expresses the importance of this initiative in recognizing the life-long commitment and right to care of LGBTQIA+ members to their partners. “There have been reports of LGBTQIA+ community members who were prohibited from making crucial decisions when their partners were admitted to intensive care units of hospitals,” Belmonte said. “We want all of our residents, regardless of sexual orientation, to be with their partners in critical moments, and we are taking this important step to assure the rainbow community that they are cared for, recognized, and valued in Quezon City,” Belmonte explained. Currently, hospitals and medical facilities nationwide only recognize decisions from legal spouses or next of kin, further excluding same-sex couples from making important medical decisions for their respective partners. The Quezon City Government will implement the Right to Care program initially at city government hospitals such as the Quezon City General Hospital, Novaliches District Hospital, and Rosario Maclang Bautista General Hospital. Soon after, the city government will conduct orientations and seal partnerships with public or private Quezon City-based hospitals. The card includes a QR code that will direct the user to an actual and notarized digital version of the SPA document. The provisions of the SPA will indicate the privileges authorized by the cardholders for their respective partners such as choosing a particular physician or health care provider, including admission or discharge from any hospital, nursing home, or residential care facility; receiving, processing, and/or disclose their partner’s personal information including medical records; allow or deny medical treatments, procedures, or any other medical concerns related to their partner’s medical condition; as well as take any other action pertaining to the authority granted by the Right to Care Card such as processing documents and waivers and pursuing dispute resolution processes. This initiative was conceived by the creative communications agency MullenLowe TREYNA. Abi Aquino, Chief Creative Officer of MullenLowe TREYNA hopes that this collaboration with the Quezon City Government can help push the conversation for equal rights for the local LGBTQIA+ community. “Our agency has always supported equality for all, which is why we hope this initiative will inspire more creatives to give back to the community and make a difference. We stand stronger when we can uphold one another’s rights,” Aquino said. Interested LGBTQIA+ couples can register with the Quezon City Gender and Developmentmnrvcmgbpoi8ii Office where they will be asked to fill up forms including the SPA contract, which they need to have notarized as well. Upon submission of duly notarized forms, the Quezon City Legal Team will validate the data provided. Once validated, the QC GAD Office shall distribute physical cards with unique QR codes to access the digital copy of their validated SPA contract. Registered individuals will also be required to attend seminars that will discuss in detail all the rights and benefits that come with the card, further empowering them with the information and legal aspects of the SPA. Belmonte hopes this movement will inspire other cities to pursue LGBTQIA+ rights so that more queer Filipino couples and life partners can enjoy the same benefits as those living in Quezon City. The Quezon City Government will also spearhead succeeding seminars and training for RTC card holders and recipients, as well as conduct promotional campaigns in barangays. The post Quezon City launches landmark initiative to acknowledge rights for LGBTQIA+ couples appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Taiwan’s WHO exclusion risks ‘terrible impact’
Taiwan's health minister warned Sunday that the continued exclusion of the self-ruled island from the WHO amid pressure from China posed a significant threat to global health. "Excluding Taiwan from WHO not only jeopardizes the right to health of the 23.5 million people of Taiwan, it also seriously undermines WHO's efforts to achieve health for all," Hsueh Jui-yuan told an event hosted by the Geneva Press Club. He spoke shortly before the World Health Organization's annual assembly kicked off in Geneva on Sunday. Taiwan has been blocked from attending the World Health Assembly (WHA) in recent years by China, which considers the island a renegade province to be reunified with the mainland. There have been growing calls to allow Taiwan in as an observer, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of global cooperation in reining in infectious diseases. Hsueh warned that leaving Taiwan out in the cold hampered the swift and efficient sharing of information that would be needed to prevent or more efficiently respond to the next pandemic threat. "I am afraid that Taiwan will become the gap of the next pandemic," he said, speaking through a translator, warning that would "have a terrible impact for the entire world." Washington has warned of the negative consequences of continuing to exclude Taiwan. "As we continue to confront emerging health threats around the world Taiwan's isolation from WHA76... undermines inclusive global public health cooperation led by WHO," the US mission in Geneva tweeted Saturday. Beijing has staunchly opposed efforts to include Taiwan as a WHA observer. "Any attempt to play the 'Taiwan card' to contain China will lead nowhere," the Chinese foreign ministry said recently. Taiwan was expelled from the WHO in 1972, a year after losing the "China" seat at the United Nations to the People's Republic of China. It was allowed to attend the WHO's top annual meetings between 2009 and 2016 as an observer when relations with China were warmer. But Beijing has stepped up its campaign to pressure Taipei since President Tsai Ing-wen came to power, as she refuses to acknowledge its stance that self-ruled democratic Taiwan is part of China. The post Taiwan’s WHO exclusion risks ‘terrible impact’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Pokwang tinawag na laos, rumesbak: Jusko! Saan galing mga animal na ‘to?
SINUPALPAL ng Kapuso TV host-comedienne na si Pokwang ang isang laiterang netizen na tumawag sa kanya ng “laos.” Miyerkules Santo, March 27, rumesbak ang komedyana sa isang hater na tumira sa kanya sa X (dating Twitter). Ni-repost ng isang supporter ni Pokwang sa kanyang social media account ang pangnenega ng basher na nagsabing “laos” na.....»»
Kris naka-survive na walang yaya sa loob ng 1 linggo, grateful sa mister
UNTIL now, naghahanap pa rin ng yaya ang aktres na si Kris Bernal. Ayon sa kanya, isang linggo na silang walang katuwang sa pag-aalaga sa anak nila ni Perry Choi na si Baby Hailee Lucca. Kaya naman, isang linggo rin siyang hindi nakapag-post sa social media. Recently lamang ay nagkaroon siya ng update at nabanggit nga.....»»
Andrea Brillantes niregaluhan ng Rolex nina Whamos at Antonette
NAWINDANG ang Kapamilya actress na si Andrea Brillantes matapos itong makatanggap ng mamahaling relo na Rolex mula sa social media personalities na sina Whamos Cruz at Antonette Gail del Rosario. Sa isang video na ibinahagi ni Whamos sa kanyang Facebook page ay sinurpresa nila ang dalaga na nag-celebrate ng birthday kamakailan. “Mayroon na naman tayong.....»»
Danica Sotto unbothered sa isyung panloloko ni Marc Pingris
KALMADO at tila walang pakialam ang dating aktres na si Danica Sotto sa kabila ng kumakalat na isyung diumano’y niloloko siya ng asawang si Marc Pingris. Kahapon, March 27, kumalat sa social media ang chikang tila magkasama raw ang kanyang asawa at ang aktres na si Kim Rodriguez sa Australia. Parehas kasing nagbahagi ng pictures.....»»
Numerous Individuals and Businesses Profit from Trump Media Stock
Former President Donald J. Trump’s social media company, Truth Social, had a successful first official trading session on the Nasdaq, with shares surging and approaching.....»»
Kaspersky Shares Cybersecurity Tips for a Peaceful Getaway during the holy week
As the holiday season approaches, the urge to unwind and kick back is natural. And it’s all too common for people to let their guard down completely when connecting to the Internet too– but shouldn’t. Recently, the Philippine National Police (PNP) Anti-Cybercrime Group shared its findings on identity theft cases in the country. Between November […].....»»
Antipolo City throws support on Ajido
The Antipolo City government led by Mayor Casimiro “Jun” Ynares III will provide support to Antipolo-born swimmer Jamesray Mishael Ajido, who won the country’s lone gold medal in record-breaking fashion at the recent 11th Asian Age-Group Swimming Championships......»»
LTO: Paper-printed driver’s license ilisan na og plastic card
LTO: Paper-printed driver’s license ilisan na og plastic card.....»»
Waste consciousness urged during Holy Week
A DAVAO City-based environment group urged Dabawenyos to mind their waste during Holy Week......»»
Israel bombs Gaza, fights Hamas around hospitals
Israeli forces pounded besieged Gaza on Wednesday and fought Hamas around several hospitals, despite a UN Security Council demand for a ceasefire. Talks in Qatar towards a truce and hostage release deal involving US and Egyptian mediators have brought no result so far, with Israel and the Palestinian militant group blaming each other. READ: Israel.....»»
Amigas group celebrate March Birthdays
The Amigas group had a small get-together at Blackbird at the Nielson Tower this month for their March birthday celebrants. Among them was the author, Lanie Fung......»»