You Can Help America Save Democracy
Many Filipino-Americans, especially those living on both coasts of the United States, are glad former Vice President Joe Biden won the election. Many viewed the Trump presidency with dismay. But there was one thing Trump got right. He stood up to China and called it for what it is: an evil, totalitarian state that is hell-bent on dominating its neighbors and eventually the entire world......»»
100th Jollibee store in North America opens
Philippine-based Jollibee Foods Corp., one of the biggest food conglomerates in Asia, has strengthened its presence in North America with the opening of its 100th store in the region......»»
Campaign of disunity must be nipped in the bud
The Marcos-Duterte UniTeam has disintegrated. It was flimsy in the first place, never founded on creed or principles but on political interest. Both camps collide in practically all facets of governance, and nowhere is this more apparent than in foreign policy, particularly on our relations with China and America......»»
Oppenheimer, Poor Things lead Oscar nominations
Barbie, last year's highest-grossing movie, landed eight nominations, including a supporting actress nod for America Ferrera, but voters passed over lead actress Margot Robbie and director Greta Gerwig.....»»
The United States vs. itself
While America’s military and economy remain exceptionally strong, its political system is more dysfunctional than that of any other advanced industrial democracy......»»
Philippines expands US military presence amid growing China concerns
Manila [Philippines], December 30 (ANI): Against the backdrop of mounting geopolitical tensions and growing unease over China's assertiveness, the Philippines is taking strategic steps to bolster its defence capabilities, Voice of America reported. The Philippines' decision to enhance its military collaboration with the United States, particularly the expansion of US military presence at key locations, is a calculated res.....»»
Philippines expands US military presence amid growing China concerns
Manila [Philippines], December 30 (ANI): Against the backdrop of mounting geopolitical tensions and growing unease over China's assertiveness, the Philippines is taking strategic steps to bolster its defence capabilities, Voice of America reported. The Philippines' decision to enhance its military collaboration with the United States, particularly the expansion of US military presence at key locations, is a calculated res.....»»
Immigrants Add Twist to Traditional US Christmas Dinner
All About America explores American culture, politics, trends, history, ideals and places of interest.The United States broke free from Britain more than two centuries ago - except, maybe, when it comes to the traditional Christmas dinner.'The way we structure that meal is probably our most British culinary experience on the American calendar,' says Ben Davison, a chef, historian and lecturer at Loyola Un.....»»
Immigrants Add Twist to Traditional US Christmas Dinner
All About America explores American culture, politics, trends, history, ideals and places of interest.The United States broke free from Britain more than two centuries ago - except, maybe, when it comes to the traditional Christmas dinner.'The way we structure that meal is probably our most British culinary experience on the American calendar,' says Ben Davison, a chef, historian and lecturer at Loyola Un.....»»
China, Philippines hold 'frank and candid exchange' amid South China Sea tensions
Manlia [Philippines], December 21 (ANI): The Foreign Affairs Secretary of the Philippines, Enrique Manalo, issued a statement revealing that he engaged in a "frank and candid exchange" with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Voice of America reported. According to Manalo, this dialogue has led to a "clearer understanding of our respective positions on a number of issues."Highlighting the importance of diplomatic discourse,.....»»
China, Philippines hold 'frank and candid exchange' amid South China Sea tensions
Manlia [Philippines], December 21 (ANI): The Foreign Affairs Secretary of the Philippines, Enrique Manalo, issued a statement revealing that he engaged in a "frank and candid exchange" with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Voice of America reported. According to Manalo, this dialogue has led to a "clearer understanding of our respective positions on a number of issues."Highlighting the importance of diplomatic discourse,.....»»
The Boy and the Heron leads North America box office
“The Boy and the Heron,” the latest movie by celebrated Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki, topped the North American box office this weekend with an estimated take of $12.8 million, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. That marked “the highest opening weekend for a Studio Ghibli film,” Exhibitor Relations said in a statement. The Boy and.....»»
Blue tagging vs red tagging
Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela is now being subjected to “blue tagging” – a term we coined for individuals labeled as supposedly being pro-America or worse, CIA agents – simply because he has been very vocal about China’s aggression in the West Philippine Sea......»»
60 years after JFK’s death
It has been 60 years since the death of US president John F. Kennedy, but his words during his inaugural address best describe the relationship we have with the United States today when he addressed the world: “My fellow citizens of the world, ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man.”.....»»
Zobel de Ayala family recognized for championing Filipino arts, culture
Fernando Zobel de Ayala, chair of Ayala Foundation, and the Zobel de Ayala family were among the recipients of the prestigious Sorolla Medal, given by the Hispanic Society of America earlier this month in New York City......»»
Guatemala: Renewed Attacks Against Democracy
(Washington, DC) - Guatemala's Attorney General's Office, Congress, and Supreme Court have taken new steps to undermine the rule of law and the rights of Guatemalans, the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) and Human Rights Watch said today. Foreign governments, including from the United States, the European Union, and Latin America, should remain vigilant and.....»»
Is America Witnessing an Immaculate Disinflation?
Inflation Slows Significantly, Labor Market Cools: Experts Dub it “Immaculate Disinflation” In a promising development for the US economy, inflation has significantly slowed down over.....»»
Frankfurter Buchmesse 2023: Why books matter in a time of war & the ongoing assault on truth
In one of the strangest plot twists in the most bonkers of timelines we could ever imagine, books are being banned or censored (burned, even) in parts of America, while in Germany, they have just wrapped up the world’s largest trade fair for books: the 75th Frankfurter Buchmesse......»»
America and China: Nonviolent enemies
The Philippines has changed its foreign policy direction from being an ally of China to being an ally of the United States......»»
Resolving the WPS dispute
When America turned a blind eye to China’s illegal occupation of our Panganiban (Mischief) Reef in 1995, I had just written an assessment of the claims of each country contesting the territorial sovereignty over the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea......»»
Belgian wealth fund managers to explore Phl investments
Belgium’s sovereign wealth fund managers are looking to visit the country to explore investments in Philippine firms engaged in a range of public services, the Department of Finance said Saturday. DoF Secretary Benjamin Diokno and officers of the Federal Holding and Investment Company or La Société Fédérale de Participations et d’Investissement discussed opportunities in public-private partnerships in finance, aeronautics and mobility, health, utilities and impact investing. “Koenraad Van Loo, CEO of SFPIM, shared that the company is keen to visit the Philippines to explore partnerships in its priority sectors,” a statement from the DoF said. “SFPIM preserves the long-term stability of the Belgian economy by contributing to the anchoring of strategic assets through smart capital solutions for both promising and established companies,” the DoF added. According to the 2023 World Competitiveness Ranking, Belgium is 13th out of 64 countries in economic performance. The country is also among the top in business efficiency at fifth place and tenth in infrastructure. The Philippines, on the other hand, ranks 40th in economic performance and business efficiency, and 58th in infrastructure. Long-term economic growth President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has vowed to boost infrastructure development for national long-term economic growth through proceeds from the Maharlika Investment Fund which his administration expects to be activated before the end of the year. The Philippine sovereign fund is open to local and foreign investors in the public and private sectors, and aims to support 197 flagship infrastructure projects worth a total of some $155 billion. Diokno said the DoF has met with foreign government and business leaders at the European Union’s first Global Gateway Forum last 25 to 26 October in Brussels, Belgium to also discuss the Philippine sovereign fund. The Finance Secretary said he talked to the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries or BIO led by its chief executive officer Luuk Zonneveld. “Discussed were opportunities to finance projects in the Philippines that drive sustainable development, particularly gender equality, climate action, and decent work,” he said. BIO uses private funds to support small and medium businesses, and financial institutions also in Africa and Latin America. Confident in the administration Meanwhile, Professor Dindo Manhit of business consultancy outfit, Stratbase ADR Institute said he is confident the Marcos administration can attract more foreign investments in agro-industrial and digitalization through its participation in global economic meetings abroad. “By establishing strong links in the economic space, the Philippines can further solidify its role in the global supply chain,” Manhit said. “We are confident that this administration will continue to advocate for reforms that will ensure our economic growth to make the country a premiere investment destination,” he added. The post Belgian wealth fund managers to explore Phl investments appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»