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Philippine hotels earn 2 Guinness World Records for origami displays

MANILA, Philippines — Two branches of Lyf, a brand under Ascott Limited, in the Philippines are now Guinness World Record holders for their distinct origami displays. The recognitions come just as the hotel brand marks its first year in the country. Last August 29, the hotel’s Cebu City branch was officially recognized by adjudicator Kazuyoshi Kirimura to […]
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India, Singapore call for peaceful resolution of disputes in South China Sea

India and Singapore called on Thursday for the peaceful resolution of all maritime disputes in the South China Sea in accordance with international law, without use of force. “Both sides also called on all parties to resolve disputes through peaceful means without threat or use of force and exercise self-restraint in the conduct of actions […]
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Filipina specialist among pioneers of robotics for autism support in UAE

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – A Filipina who specializes in supporting children with autism has gone a step forward, advocating the advancement of education for them through innovations using social robots. “This work is deeply fulfilling, as I witness the transformative impact it has on the lives of those I serve. Despite the challenges I’ve […]
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‘Alipato at Muog’ director refutes MTRCB chair’s defense on X rating decision

The director of documentary ‘Alipato at Muog’ on Wednesday refuted the explanation of Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) chairperson Lala Sotto-Antonio on the agency’s decision to give the film an X rating. In a Facebook post, director JL Burgos clarified that the screening and the PG rating of the documentary film during […]
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Abalos: Alice Guo said death threats reason she left PH

Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos said dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo fled the country because she feared for her life. In a press conference, following their arrival from Indonesia, Abalos said “sabi ni Alice natatakot sya sa buhay nya kaya sya umalis sa bansa.” “Sabi natin sabihin mo lahat at poproteksyunan ka ng police…important malaman […]
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Taiwan monitoring Chinese landing drills in province across strait

TAIPEI — Taiwan’s defense ministry said on Wednesday it was monitoring Chinese landing drills taking place in a province that lies opposite the island on the other side of the Taiwan Strait, where previous such exercises have taken place. China, which views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, has ramped up military and political pressure […]
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Alice Guo to be brought back to PH on Thursday –source

Dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo will be brought back to the Philippines on Thursday, according to a source of GMA Integrated News. Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos and Philippine National Police Chief Police General Marbil have also arrived in Indonesia to coordinate Guo’s return to Manila, according to John Consulta’s report on Unang Balita. Guo is also […]
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US building allies network to counter China threat, top diplomat to Taiwan says

TAIPEI — The United States is building a network of alliances in the Indo-Pacific to counter China’s threats there, its top diplomat in Taiwan said on Wednesday, adding that the island was not Beijing’s only target in seeking to change the status quo. The United States is Taiwan’s most important supporter and arms supplier, despite its […]
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Pinoy former fast food chain crew now among Dubai’s top chefs

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – A former crew at a popular fast food chain in the Philippines now counts among top chefs in this international business and tourism hub known for being a global dining destination with its very competitive culinary scene. David Jezreel Lizardo Pamplona, who has thrice won gold at the prestigious Salon […]
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