Why are the powers that be so afraid of our truth-telling?
This is prior restraint against protected speech. It is downright unacceptable as it is based on Esperon's mere hearsay. The post Why are the powers that be so afraid of our truth-telling? appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Speaking last
“People are more afraid of public speaking than they are of snakes,” a seasoned communicator said......»»
SMC’s killer bid for NAIA
His rivals in the airport bidding race should have known that tycoon Ramon S. Ang or RSA would go in for the kill. He isn’t afraid to make big bets, especially when it makes sense for San Miguel Corp., the diversified conglomerate that he leads......»»
Sofia Vergara on ‘Griselda’ takeaway: How easy it is for power to corrupt people
“The only man I was ever afraid of was a woman named Griselda Blanco.”.....»»
After being ‘unbothered,’ Tokhang chief Dela Rosa admits fear of going to jail
Sen. Ronald Dela Rosa, former Philippine National Police chief, said that he is afraid of being imprisoned following rumors that the International Criminal Court is currently conducting a probe into the alleged human rights violations in the Philippines......»»
Bato dela Rosa admits: ‘I am afraid of going to jail’
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa admitted that he is afraid of going to jail, anxious that he may not see his grandchildren if it happens. His remarks came as speculations abound that investigators of the International Criminal Court (ICC) are already in the Philippines. The ICC had launched a probe into the.....»»
Cignal s Shaq Delos Santos raring to test mettle vs Japanese coaches
Cignal HD Spikers head coach Shaq Delos Santos isn’t afraid to step up to the challenge of facing better competition on the sidelines as a new season of the Premier Volleyball League looms......»»
Al Tengco’s gamble
In this gambling republic, Alejandro Tengco, Chairman of gaming regulator Philippine Amusement & Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR), isn’t afraid to roll the dice and place bets......»»
Imee pushes talks between Bongbong Marcos, ex-President Duterte
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Imee Marcos on Monday supported the requested talks between President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding the investigation into the Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI), saying it should happen now. “Now na! Like I said, who’s afraid of SMNI? Or maybe who’s afraid of [former] President Duterte? He.....»»
Kylie Padilla shares new realizations since split with Aljur Abrenica
'Ever since my separation with my ex, I have been so afraid of life. Afraid of relaxing and letting go of my grip on control,' Padilla writes.....»»
DOJ takes swipe at court over transfer of witnesses who recanted in De Lima case
'Are they afraid of the truth? Why are they blocking it?' De Lima asks.....»»
‘Palestinian children should be killed’
No, that heartless advice did not come from a mentally deranged man or an ordinary man on the street. It came from a top Filipino diplomat who has worn many hats in government. He is in fact a lawyer, journalist, former Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador to the United Nations, Press Secretary, Congressman, and presently Philippine Ambassador to the Court of St. James’s (United Kingdom) and concurrently Special Envoy to China for special concerns. In my book, those bona fides could easily qualify him as a revered Filipino statesman — but for his indiscretion, uncouth words, and disrespect for the feelings of others. I refer, dear readers, to Teodoro Lopez Locsin Jr. I have to emphasize the descriptive word “Jr.” because, from accounts I have read, he is far different from his namesake, Teodoro Locsin Sr., who fought the Japanese and the dictatorial regime of Ferdinand Marcos Sr., a fearless publisher of the news magazine Philippines Free Press for which he was imprisoned during the Marcos martial law regime. Did the “apple fall far from the tree?” In his Twitter account, Locsin Jr. said: “That’s why Palestinian children should be killed: they might grow up to become as gullible as innocent Palestinians letting Hamas launch rockets at Israel ...They are Muslims...” In the diplomatic community, we call that a faux pas. Perhaps realizing the callousness of his gaffe, he immediately deleted the tweet with the following lame expression of mea culpa: “I immediately deleted my sarcastic response to a tweet as I realized it could be misconstrued ...My apologies to those who did misconstrue my sentiments and did, in fact, get triggered...” That statement did not wash away the disastrous effect of his slip. If one reads between the lines, they were subtle words to camouflage the booboo, not a real entreaty for clemency. His admission of his mistake, though, may work to mitigate the imprudence. Remarkably, the Department of Foreign Affairs, anticipating its far-reaching negative effect, disassociated itself from the statement, saying it was made in Locsin’s “personal capacity.” I wanted to distance this column from the ensuing uproar. But being the de facto medium for Filipino Muslims’ concerns and sentiments on political and social issues, it cannot default from its moral responsibility. I was afraid that repeating the obnoxious remark might gain traction — and psychologists warn about the “repetition-induced truth effect.” I did not want to dignify it. After all, he had shown remorse and apologized for the impropriety of his words, and, as a sage says, “There is no need to beat a dead horse.” But the storm of controversy has spread like wildfire in Morolandia that I have to add my voice of indignation. Silence amid the din of protest is a sin. I have not seen in a long time such a display of revulsion and rage from the Moros, reminiscent of the time foreign invaders came to their shores and, for 300 years, the Moros dug in, resisted, and repelled the hegemonistic colonization campaign. Muslim netizens promptly denounced the statement as xenophobic, insensitive, and unbecoming of a diplomat. Their protest and outcry reverberated from the halls of the Houses of Congress, the Regional Parliament of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to the cramped temporary shanties of the Marawi war evacuees and the shores of the Sulu seas. For a single moment in their lives, the tribes of Morolandia set aside their tribal identities. They spoke in one thunderous voice, calling for a sanction for what they perceived was the misconduct of a diplomat who, to preserve his honor, must perform a Japanese seppuku or self-sacrifice by resigning from his post. Articulating the collective position of the Deputies of the BARMM interim Regional Parliament, Speaker Pangalian Balindong issued a public statement rich in a poignant message condemning the “insensitive and irresponsible social media post ...for its Islamophobic, racist, and anti-Semitic undertones.” (To be continued) amb_mac_lanto@yahoo.com The post ‘Palestinian children should be killed’ appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
French dry oil still a must-have in your skincare arsenal
It might surprise most people to know that the “clean beauty” philosophy began way before the term even made it to the glossies and Tiktok beauty brigade. Aliza Jabès, described as a “very young entrepreneur with a passion for beauty,” experimented on a product three decades ago alongside “researchers in a small formulation laboratory in Paris.” The very first NUXE care product, Huile Prodigieuse, was born. Today, this “ultra-sensorial” dry oil remains a must-have in beauty arsenals worldwide as it delivers effective skincare that is kind to the planet with the “consume less but better” approach. What’s even more amazing about it is that people continue to find a use for it in other ways than just a dry oil you rub on your skin to make it supple and smooth. With its “precious botanical oils, all 100 percent made in France,” the oil today is favored by some makeup enthusiasts for helping deliver “glowy” looks – a huge trend in beauty. At a recent event held in Rustan’s Makati’s revamped beauty floor, Nuxe unveiled its newest variant – a unisex dry oil called Huile Prodigieuse® Néroli, “the first certified organic dry oil.” The newest variant carries notes of Neroli, Bergamot and Lavandin, which gives its users a “spa-like” relaxed feel. While this oil works just as well as the original variant, the Or or gold-flecked oil, and the Florale, with its delicate scent, the Neroli contains organic Ente Plum Oil and organic Sesame Oil which gives a subtle sheen on the skin and hair without an oily finish. Don’t be afraid of the word “oil,” though. “Dry” refers to “how the oil sinks into the skin, not the oil itself,” explains Leigh Winters, neuroscientist and psychologist, in an online article about dry oil and its benefits. Nuxe shares these tips to maximize the dry oils. Remember, a little goes a long way! 1. On your face, apply on its own, or mix a few drops in the palm of your hand with your NUXE moisturizer. Spread using smoothing strokes, working from the center of the face towards the outer contours. 2. Men can use it to care for their beard and leave it feeling soft and silky. They can also apply it before shaving (before a foam or gel) to create a protective film to reduce any irritation from shaving. 3. On your body, apply using circular movements on the chest, legs, etc., paying particular attention to very dry areas of the skin and/or stretch marks. 4. On your hair, apply to the lengths and ends as often as required. For an intense conditioning effect, you can also apply it as a hair mask, once or twice a week. Before shampooing, apply all over your hair and leave for 10 minutes. Here are other ways to use the dry oils: 1. Mix a little amount of the classic variant with your foundation, blend together with a brush and apply on skin for a dewy look. 2. Mix a small amount of the golden variant with your skin lotion for some shimmer on your skin, or apply some of the dry oil on key areas like clavicle and shoulder, arms and legs for amped-up glow. When used regularly on skin and hair, Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse nourishes, soothes and makes them look healthy and glowing. In a study, the new Néroli is said to have reduced the color of stretch marks by 68 percent and deliver protection from pollution. The Neroli oil is also perfect for at-home spa evenings as it soothes the senses in a massage that also gives the skin a boost. Huile Prodigieuse® Néroli comes in Multi-Purpose Dry Oil and soon in Le parfum and Relaxing Scented Shower Gel formats. NUXE is exclusively distributed by Rustan Marketing Corporation. For instant updates, follow NUXE Philippines on Facebook and Instagram. The post French dry oil still a must-have in your skincare arsenal appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Millions of children affected by climate disasters – UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund warned on Thursday that weather disasters brought on by climate change caused 43.1 million child displacements between 2016 and 2021 and criticized the lack of attention given to the victims. Co-Author Laura Healy told American for Prosperity, or AFP, that the data only indicated the “tip of the iceberg,” with many more possibly affected, in comprehensive research on the subject that included the heartbreaking stories of some children affected. Khalid Abdul Azim, a child from Sudan, recalls his terrible experience in a flooded village that can only be reached by boat. "We moved our belongings to the highway, where we lived for weeks," he said. In 2017, sisters Mia and Maia Bravo watched flames engulf their trailer in California from the back of the family minivan. "I was afraid, in shock," Maia said. Statistics on internal displacements caused by climate disasters generally do not account for the victim’s age. The Internal Displacement Monitoring Center, a non-governmental organization, and UNICEF collaborated to analyze the data and uncover the hidden toll for children. Four types of climate disaster (floods, storms, droughts, and wildfire) has led to 43.1 million child displacements in 44 countries in which frequency of the said disasters has increased during global warming, the report says. Ninety-five percent of those displacements were caused by floods and storms. “It’s equivalent of about 20,000 child displacements every day,” Healy lamented on AFP highlighting how the afflicted children are then at risk of suffering other traumas, such as being torn away from their parents or being the prey of child traffickers. As one child may be uprooted more than once, the numbers reflect the number of displacements rather than the number of children affected. The number of displaced people as a result of drought is “radically underreported,” according to Healy because they are less abrupt and hence harder to measure. This is just the tip of the iceberg based on the available data that we have," she said. "The reality is with the impacts of climate change, or better tracking of displacement when it comes to slow onset events, that the number of children who are uprooted from their homes is going to be much greater." Healy added. UNICEF Report Reveals Alarming Predictions for Child Displacements Due to Climate Events In a recently released UNICEF report, startling forecasts have been unveiled for specific climate-related events. According to the report, the next three decades could witness a staggering 96 million child displacements due to flooding caused by overflowing rivers. Additionally, cyclonic winds are projected to force 10.3 million child displacements, while storm surges may result in 7.2 million displacements. It's worth noting that these estimates do not factor in preventive evacuation measures, raising concerns about the potential scale of displacement. UNICEF's Executive Director, Catherine Russell, emphasized the profound impact on those compelled to flee, including the fear of an uncertain return, disruptions to education, and the possibility of further relocations. Russell stressed that while migration may save lives, it also brings significant upheaval and challenges. "As the impacts of climate change escalate, so too will climate-driven movement. We have the tools and knowledge to respond to this escalating challenge for children, but we are acting far too slowly." She added. At the COP28 climate summit in Dubai in November and December, UNICEF urged world leaders to take up the climate issue. According to Healy, children, particularly those who have already been compelled to move must be prepared “to live in a climate change world”. While the effects of climate change are spreading across large portions of the planet, the UNICEF report highlights some of the most susceptible nations. The biggest number of displaced people (almost 23 million in six years) occurred in China, India, and the Philippines because of their massive populations, strategic positions, and precautionary evacuation measures. However, in proportional terms, Africa and small island states are most at risk; in Dominica, 76 percent of all children were uprooted between 2016 and 2021. More than 30 percent of the said amount went to Saint Martin and Cuba. The post Millions of children affected by climate disasters – UNICEF appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
PBBM administration eyes stiffer penalties for agricultural economic sabotage
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asked the public to report agricultural commodity smuggling and hoarding to authorities as his administration eyes stiffer penalties for agricultural economic sabotage. As the Chief Executive led another round of rice distribution in Capiz, Marcos told the Filipinos not to be afraid of reporting the smugglers to authorities if they had information against those involved in these transactions. "If you know someone involved in these types of transactions, do not be afraid to report them to the authorities," Marcos said. "No matter how big their syndicate is, just like the smuggler we apprehended at the Zamboanga pier last August, they can't even compare to our united strength," he added. Marcos also asked the public to help the government safeguard the local market from smugglers and hoarders, who continue to manipulate the prices of agricultural goods. The chief executive also assured that his administration is already coordinating with legislators to amend the Republic Act No. 10845, or the Anti-Agricultural Smuggling Act of 2016, and impose severe sanctions on these perpetrators and their accomplices. "We are also coordinating with Congress to amend certain laws to officially classify agricultural economic sabotage as a crime and to increase the penalties for it," he said. Marcos meets Mar Roxas Meanwhile, former Liberal Party standard-bearer Mar Roxas joined Marcos as they distributed rice in Capiz. Marcos said Roxas, a relative of First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, is his "long-time friend" despite sharing different ideas of the political spectrum. "Mar Roxas is here. You might not know this, but Mar and I have been friends for a long time, and even though we sometimes don't see eye to eye in politics, we spent a long time together in New York," Marcos said. "I haven't talked to him in a long time... we had the opportunity to speak here in Capiz," the President added. Roxas and Marcos had been at odds with each other in several instances in the past. When Marcos said he was running for President in 2016, he told Roxas – who was the Interior and Local Government secretary at that time – to quit his job. Roxas is the party mate of former Vice President Leni Robredo, who is running against Marcos for President in 2022, and the late President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, whose family is in competition with the Marcoses. The post PBBM administration eyes stiffer penalties for agricultural economic sabotage appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
PBBM administration eyes sniffer penalties for agricultural economic sabotage
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asked the public to report agricultural commodity smuggling and hoarding to authorities as his administration eyes stiffer penalties for agricultural economic sabotage. As the Chief Executive led another round of rice distribution in Capiz, Marcos told the Filipinos not to be afraid of reporting the smugglers to authorities if they had information against those involved in these transactions. "If you know someone involved in these types of transactions, do not be afraid to report them to the authorities," Marcos said. "No matter how big their syndicate is, just like the smuggler we apprehended at the Zamboanga pier last August, they can't even compare to our united strength," he added. Marcos also asked the public to help the government safeguard the local market from smugglers and hoarders, who continue to manipulate the prices of agricultural goods. The chief executive also assured that his administration is already coordinating with legislators to amend the Republic Act No. 10845, or the Anti-Agricultural Smuggling Act of 2016, and impose severe sanctions on these perpetrators and their accomplices. "We are also coordinating with Congress to amend certain laws to officially classify agricultural economic sabotage as a crime and to increase the penalties for it," he said. Marcos meets Mar Roxas Meanwhile, former Liberal Party standard-bearer Mar Roxas joined Marcos as they distributed rice in Capiz. Marcos said Roxas, a relative of First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, is his "long-time friend" despite sharing different ideas of the political spectrum. "Mar Roxas is here. You might not know this, but Mar and I have been friends for a long time, and even though we sometimes don't see eye to eye in politics, we spent a long time together in New York," Marcos said. "I haven't talked to him in a long time... we had the opportunity to speak here in Capiz," the President added. Roxas and Marcos had been at odds with each other in several instances in the past. When Marcos said he was running for President in 2016, he told Roxas – who was the Interior and Local Government secretary at that time – to quit his job. Roxas is the party mate of former Vice President Leni Robredo, who is running against Marcos for President in 2022, and the late President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, whose family is in competition with the Marcoses. The post PBBM administration eyes sniffer penalties for agricultural economic sabotage appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Tens of millions of children uprooted by climate disasters — UNICEF
Weather disasters fueled by climate change -- from floods to droughts, storms to wildfires -- sparked 43.1 million child displacements from 2016 to 2021, the UN Children's Fund warned Thursday, slamming the lack of attention paid to victims. In a sweeping report on the issue, the United Nations agency detailed the heart-wrenching stories of some of the children affected, and co-author Laura Healy told AFP the data only revealed the "tip of the iceberg," with many more likely affected. "We moved our belongings to the highway, where we lived for weeks," recounts Sudanese child Khalid Abdul Azim, whose flooded village was only accessible by boat. In 2017, sisters Mia and Maia Bravo watched flames engulf their trailer in California from the back of the family minivan. "I was afraid, in shock," Maia says in the report. "I would stay up all night." Statistics on internal displacements caused by climate disasters generally do not account for the age of the victims. However, UNICEF worked with the non-governmental Internal Displacement Monitoring Center to unpick the data and reveal the hidden toll on children. From 2016 to 2021, four types of climate disasters (floods, storms, droughts, and wildfires) -- the frequency of which has increased due to global warming -- led to 43.1 million child displacements in 44 countries, the report says. Ninety-five percent of those displacements were caused by floods and storms. "It's the equivalent of about 20,000 child displacements every day," Healy told AFP, underscoring how the children affected are then at risk of suffering other traumas, such as being separated from their parents or falling victim to child traffickers. The data reflect the number of displacements and not the number of children affected, as the same child could be uprooted more than once. The figures do not allow for a distinction between those evacuated before a weather event, and those forced to leave in the wake of a disaster. And, according to Healy, the number of displacements due to drought is "radically underreported," because they are less sudden and thus more difficult to quantify. "This is just the tip of the iceberg based on the available data that we have," she said. "The reality is with the impacts of climate change, or better tracking of displacement when it comes to slow onset events, that the number of children who are uprooted from their homes is going to be much greater." 'Far too slowly' The UNICEF report offers some partial predictions, for specific events. Floods linked to overflowing rivers could spark 96 million child displacements in the next 30 years, while cyclonic winds could force 10.3 million displacements, it says. Storm surges could lead to 7.2 million displacements. None of those estimates include preventive evacuations. "For those who are forced to flee, the fear and impact can be especially devastating, with worry of whether they will return home, resume school, or be forced to move again," UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell said in a statement. "Moving may have saved their lives, but it's also very disruptive," Russell said. "As the impacts of climate change escalate, so too will climate-driven movement. We have the tools and knowledge to respond to this escalating challenge for children, but we are acting far too slowly." UNICEF called on world leaders to take up the issue at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai in November and December. Healy says children, including those already forced to move, must be prepared "to live in a climate change world." Even if the intensifying effects of climate change are affecting wide swathes of the planet, the UNICEF report shines the light on particularly vulnerable countries. China, India, and the Philippines are the countries with the largest number of displacements (nearly 23 million in six years) because of their huge populations and geographic locations -- but also because of their preventive evacuation plans. But in proportional terms, Africa and small island nations are most at risk -- in Dominica, 76 percent of all children were displaced from 2016 to 2021. For Cuba and Saint-Martin, that figure was more than 30 percent. The post Tens of millions of children uprooted by climate disasters — UNICEF appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Karapatan: Only human rights violators, NTF-ELCAC are afraid of HR Defenders Bill
Palabay reiterated how the proposed bill enumerates and clarifies the definition of the rights of human rights defenders, particularly the right to form associations, groups and organizations......»»
Heart Evangelista is Harper’s Bazaar Indonesia fashion issue cover girl
Style icon Heart Evangelista is this month’s cover girl of the international fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar (Indonesian edition), a sign that the actress has fully penetrated Southeast Asia to become its fashion darling. On the global scale, her base of followers continues to expand due to her exposures in major international fashion events, such as the Milan Fashion Show, the New York Fashion Show and the Paris Fashion Show. “Say hello to our October 2023 digital cover star, fashion darling @iamhearte in @tiffanyandco jewelry,” Bazaar said in a statement on its Instagram account where it bannered the social media influencer actress in various fashion poses. “In the wake of her first visit to Indonesia, Filipina-born actress Love Marie Payawal Ongpauco-Escudero made time for a photo shoot with BAZAAR while sharing her life experiences and love of fashion,” it added. The Bazaar article is written in Bahasa Indonesia titled “The Heart of the Matter.” The photoshoot-cum-interview was conducted at the same time as Heart’s first visit to Jakarta in August this year for an event of Tiffany’s & Co. where she is one of its leading global brand ambassadors. It will be recalled that Heart was also the cover girl for the August issue of Singapore’s fashion magazine ICON — of which she was dubbed as the “Fashion Queen.” “Fashion queen Heart Evangelista, who stands at the top of the pyramid, is not afraid of new challenges, and her secret to winning is simple: be kind and be yourself,” declares ICON in its article. Meanwhile, in her latest Instagram post, Heart posted various fashion shows she attended and her collaboration with iconic designers, such as Dior, YSL, Roberto Cavalli, Fausto Puglisi, Tod’s, Balmain, Bally, Versace and many others. The Fashion Queen and style icon is one of the most covered personalities by various European fashion magazines, Latin America and Asia. Among those who covered her included Vogue; Glamour Magazine UK and Mexico; Daily Mail UK; Purepeople France, Marie Claire France, Le Figaro France; Harpers Bazaaar Greece, US and Vietnam; Elle Spain, Japan and Vietnam; Parati Spain; Grazia Magazine Italy and Vanity Fair Italy; Berliner Zeitung, Germany; Hola Mexico; Mag Lebanon; Tatler Asia; and LÓfficiel Thailand. The Ig posts of @parisfashionweek included Heart’s photos taken by renowned fashion videographer @sametgorgozfilms in her street-style looks for Women’s wear Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2024 collection. No one can deny the fact that Heart is a trailblazer in the field she decided to enter. She has proven that even if she is not a professional fashion model who runs on catwalks, she can be successful through passion, commitment and determination. She has been so successful that it’s no wonder why others are now trying to follow and emulate her. The post Heart Evangelista is Harper’s Bazaar Indonesia fashion issue cover girl appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Why Marian Rivera has a ‘no English, please’ policy at work
If there’s one thing utterly admirable about Marian Rivera, it is her guts and gumption to say what she wants and to express what she dislikes. Rivera, a consummate actress, has a “no English, please” policy whenever she’s at work – whether it be tapings, photo shoots or other professional activities. Rivera is never in her comfort zone when she hears people conversing in English, openly acknowledging that English is her Waterloo. So when she works, she is most effective when she is not forced to use the King’s language. Another admirable trait of Rivera is her humility. In a recent interview, she almost clammed up when she was told she’s now being called the new TikTok Queen, due to her dance videos that have racked up millions of views and likes. “Hay, parang hindi naman. Nahiya ako bigla. Basta enjoy lang ako” (It doesn’t seem like that. Suddenly I’m shy. I just want to enjoy), she said during her launch as endorser of a medicine brand. [caption id="attachment_192267" align="aligncenter" width="525"] SETH Fedelin[/caption] Seth him free When Seth Fedelin was just starting, his parents were very much alarmed over the constant presence of a young actress in their abode. The actress, seemingly smitten by Fedelin’s charm, would not only drop by to surprise the actor. She’d stay more than long enough to be called a visitor. The parents became so worried as Fedelin’s then-fledgling career was at stake. They were afraid that the actress’ perennial presence would cause their son’s career to falter, that the juvenile love clearly budding at that time would progress into something serious so soon. The parents heaved a sigh of relief when the actress stopped dropping by the actor’s house. Fedelin, the family breadwinner, could finally concentrate on his career. Now, he’s been doing TV projects one after the other. Right on the heels of the actor’s participation in the top-rating drama show Dirty Linen, Fedelin can be seen next playing Oca, a vlogger obsessed with doing pranks, in the thriller Fractured. Among the characters in the series, it’s Fedelin’s Oca that was given a back story: a young man dead set on making himself a popular vlogger so he can send his sister to school. A case of life imitating art? [caption id="attachment_192268" align="aligncenter" width="525"] KAORI Oinuma[/caption] Scene-stealer Kaori Oinuma is living proof that there are no small roles, only small actors. Oinuma appeared in three scenes in A Very Good Girl, topbilled by Kathryn Bernardo and Dolly de Leon. Her scenes lasted no more than one minute each, but they were replete with shock and force, especially her last scene where she was a scene-stealer. Oinuma’s presence in the movie is not something to sneer at, as it necessitated audacity which she displayed in great abundance. Her bewildered character’s interaction with De Leon is truly one of the movie’s highlights. Now we understand why Chie Filomeno, her co-star in the movie, wanted to switch roles with Oinuma. Oinuma is a teen star by way of Pinoy Big Brother Otso. She has since appeared in She’s Into Her, Paradise Island, Tara G and the ongoing iWant TFC series Fractured, with Seth Fedelin and Francine Diaz. She is also one of the first batch of stars under Rise Artists Studio, a talent management arm of ABS-CBN Films. The post Why Marian Rivera has a ‘no English, please’ policy at work appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
CIDG seizes 53 unlicensed firearms
The Philippine National Police on Monday reported the confiscation of 53 firearms that resulted in the arrest of an unlicensed gun dealer in Marikina City. In a press conference held at Camp Crame, PNP chief Benjamin Acorda Jr. said the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group busted the unlicensed firearms on Friday in Marikina City and opted not to identify the suspect. The country’s top cop said the successful operation conducted by the CIDG is part of the aggressive security measures to ensure peaceful and orderly Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections. He said to prevent the use of unlicensed firearms as part of the directives to all PNP units to intensify their efforts against the proliferation of loose firearms and recognize the potential risks and threats, especially with the upcoming BSKE this month. Acorda said the CIDG armed with two search warrants issued by the Executive Judge of the Regional Trial Court, National Capital Judicial Region of Marikina in collaboration with other PNP units, swooped down on the residence and store of an unlicensed gun dealer which resulted in the recovery and confiscation of 26 long firearms, 27 short firearms, assorted ammunition, as well as major and minor parts, tools, and machines used in manufacturing firearms. Acorda said the arrested person had no license to operate a firearms business and had not submitted any application to the PNP’s Firearms and Explosives Office for dealing and manufacturing firearms. He said that based on the investigation revealed that the suspect uses his establishment and social media to trade unlicensed firearms wherein among his customers are high-profile gun enthusiasts, politicians with alleged private armies, and some uniformed personnel from the police and military.” “The person arrested is also involved in online selling and some of his clients are private individuals who are maintaining PAGs (private armed groups). That is what we are afraid of. So in line with that with the intention of keeping our BSKE and also our streets safer, for every firearm that we are confiscating and reducing, for each firearm that falls under the hands of criminals or especially those that are not licensed they are perceived to be not responsible gun owners. With every accomplishment we have now it means that our streets are safer, every reduction in that gun makes our community safer,” he said. The post CIDG seizes 53 unlicensed firearms appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»