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‘Filipinos should show some gratitude’ – Congressman

Leyte Representative Ferdinand Martin Romualdez said that Filipinos should welcome United States President Barack Obama with our famous hospitality, instead of mass protests,  in gratitude to the US support during the aftermath of Typhoon Yolanda as well as their continued help in the West Philippine issue. The U.S. government was one of the countries who gave the Philippines some much needed help during the said storm that ravaged parts of the Visayas region. Despite several protests […]

Obama thanks Filipinos for their hospitality

MANILA, Philippines April 28 (ENS) —  United States President Barack Obama thanked Filipinos for their hospitality in a state dinner in Malacanang Monday night. Obama arrived at around 7:30 p.m. after a brief rest at his hotel.  He was led by President Benigno Aquino III to the state dinner room. In a speech before the state dinner, the  44th U.S. President noted that he has had a taste of Philippine adobo back in the White […]

Obama says ‘EDCA’ beneficial to both countries

MANILA, April 28 (PNA) — United States President Barack Obama said the newly signed Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) between the US and the Philippines will benefit the two countries, particularly on military readiness and response to calamities. In a press conference with President Benigno S. Aquino III in Malacanang on Monday, Obama said the goal of the new defense cooperation agreement is wide-ranging. The US President said that both countries have maintained strong alliance […]

Obama: U.S.’ role is to deploy military force only as a last resort

MANILA, Philippines April 28  (ENS) — United States President Barack Obama stressed his country’s’ role in an increasingly turbulent world situation as one wherein military force would only be used as a “last resort.” In a joint press conference with Philippine President Benigno Aquino III in Malacanang, Obama said that there would always be territorial disputes around the world but the use of military force had been proven by history as something that should be […]

A Day In The Life Of Fashion Blogger – Laureen Uy

The Style Breaker, Laureen Uy from “Break My Style” Meet Laureen Uy, a fashion and travel blogger from Manila. She shares her life and stories through blogging. Laureen is an inspiration to many for her dashing and daring fashion combinations, and her equally endearing personality. We had a chance to interview Laureen Uy through email to ask her random questions about her blog and her daily life as a blogger. Who is Laureen Uy?   […]

Analyzing the Sewol Ferry Disaster

ONE of the most recent and tragic maritime accidents in South Korea is the sinking of the MV Sewol which occurred on April 16, 2014 while en route to the popular tourist destination Jeju Island from the city of Incheon, just near the capital Seoul. While carrying 476 passengers, the ferry capsized. Most of the passengers of the ill-fated ferry were secondary school students of the Danwon National High School in Ansan City. Many passengers […]

Expanded U.S.-PHL bilateral meeting begins

MANILA, Philippines — United States President Barack Obama and Philippine President Benigno Aquino III started bilateral meetings, along with officials from both sides, in Malacanang at around 2:30 p.m. Before this, Obama signed the official guestbook in Malacanang. Both leaders appeared to be in high spirits as they discussed issues during the meeting. Security and trade issues are expected to be discussed in the meeting. Later in the afternoon, both Obama and Aquino were expected to […]

U.S. President Obama arrives in Malacanang

MANILA, Philippines — United States President Barack Obama arrived in Malacanang shortly after 2 p.m. aboard a black limousine.  He was immediately greeted by the President Aquino.  Arrival honors ensued with a 21-gun salute. President Aquino led the warm welcome for the US head of state amid the sweltering heat. President Obama is expected to participate in a joint press conference with President Aquino later at around 3:45 p.m.  At around 5 p.m., he is […]

Air Force One lands in NAIA; U.S. President Obama now in Manila

MANILA, Philippines — The United States’ Air Force One  landed at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport around 1:30 p.m.with U.S. President Barack Obama on board.  Obama disembarked from the plane and was greeted by Philippine officials.  He came from his visit in Malaysia. The U.S. President then boarded a US presidential chopper which will bring him to Malacanang where Philippine President Benigno Aquino III will be leading the welcome ceremony for the U.S. head of […]

Known cases of MERS-Corona virus reach 339

The number of confirmed cases of persons afflicted with the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome – Corona virus in Saudi Arabia has reached 339, with 26 cases added during the weekend. At least 102 are confirmed dead because of the virus and Saudi Arabia is now asking the World Health Organization for help.

U.S. President Obama set to arrive in Manila today; Asian stability tops agenda

MANILA, Philippines —  United States President Barack Obama is set to arrive in the country today, as he departs from Malaysia where he has said that the U.S. is committed to helping maintain the peace and stability in Asia. “I believe that together we can make the Asia Pacific more secure, and America has the strongest melter in the world but we don’t see conflict, we see to keep the peace. We want a future where disputes are resolved peacefully […]