Overcoming hate, Brazilian heads to Trans Miss Universe
But it is still difficult for a black trans woman like her to dream in Brazil, she says. “The large majority of trans people face a reality of very scarce possibilities, dreams and affection,” Rodrigues says. Black trans people account for a disproportionate amount of those murdered in Brazil — 80 percent in 2018, according to another rights group, Antra. Of course, I’m not privileged, because I’m still trans and black, but I’m getting the chance to chase my dreams.”Not that it has been easy. '”RELATED STORIESPH bet to Miss Universe tilt breaks a barrierMiss Spain breaking barriers as first transgender Miss Universe hopefulFil-Am Miss Nevada brings good vibes in historic step for trans visibilitySubscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 12, 2022 05:56 UTC
'China won't hesitate to start war over Taiwan'
(UPDATE) BEIJING will "not hesitate to start a war" if Taiwan declares independence, China's defense minister warned his US counterpart Friday, the latest salvo between the superpowers over the island. Wei warned Austin that "if anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese army will definitely not hesitate to start a war no matter the cost," defense ministry spokesman Wu Qian quoted the minister as saying during the meeting. The Chinese minister vowed that Beijing would "smash to smithereens any 'Taiwan independence' plot and resolutely uphold the unification of the motherland," according to the Chinese defense ministry. As well as on Taiwan, China and the United States have been locked in a range of other disputes. China has called for talks to end the war, but has stopped short of condemning Russia's actions and has repeatedly criticized American arms donations to Ukraine.
Source:Manila Times
June 12, 2022 05:52 UTC
Warriors square NBA Finals with Celtics win
(UPDATE) BOSTON: Stephen Curry produced a dazzling 43-point display as the Golden State Warriors battled past the Boston Celtics 107-97 to level the NBA Finals series at 2-2 on Friday (Saturday in Manila). Curry had entered game four with concerns swirling over his health after suffering a knock to his foot in the Warriors' game three defeat on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila). But the 34-year-old two-time NBA Most Valuable Player emphatically laid to rest any doubts about his fitness as he single-handedly hauled Golden State back into the finals with game five back in San Francisco on Monday (Tuesday, June 14, in Manila). But to win on the road and get home court advantage back, is big for this group. Green again struggled on offense with only two points but finished with nine rebounds, eight assists and four steals.
Source:Manila Times
June 12, 2022 05:52 UTC
Up and about in stylish, comfortable footwear
Skechers opens its biggest store in Metro Manila in Power Plant Mall, Makati with more footwear options. Just in time for this transition, footwear and apparel brand Skechers has opened its biggest store in Power Plant Mall, Makati. We are excited to let our customers experience the comfort and style which Skechers has always been known for," shared Skechers Philippines Country Manager Sue Pasustento. Located on the second floor of Power Plant Mall, the latest Skechers store in the Philippines bodes a mid-century modern style inspired design, opening the interior space to bring in the outdoors. "Skechers' expansion in the Philippines is being done to fulfill the goal it always had — to deliver comfortable, stylish, and innovative footwear and clothing products that will fit the needs of every Filipino family," shared Pasustento.
Source:Manila Times
June 12, 2022 05:13 UTC
Japan upping ante on Taiwan, NATO expansion raises concern
It was not the first time Abe provoked over the Taiwan question, and he previously said that "any emergency over Taiwan would mean an emergency for Tokyo." Japan seeks to acquire more "bargaining chips" not only on diplomacy but also on defense for containing China or Russia. If an Asian NATO comes into being, there will never be peace in Asia. The Chinese envoy urged Japan not to cross the red line on the Taiwan question, warning a "destructive impact" on bilateral ties if the situation is not handled properly. "They are either hyping issues related to the Taiwan question or the South China Sea, or even the Ukraine crisis.
Source:Manila Times
June 12, 2022 04:35 UTC
Home Credit offers low interest for appliances, gadgets
Home Credit's Low Interest Blowout makes those dream upgrades more manageable for the pocket. Filipino shoppers can find the items they are eyeing to purchase by visiting Home Credit's Marketplace via the Home Credit App. They can also visit the nearest stores and websites of Home Credit's retail partners to make that purchase. Select from hundreds of options from its retail partners — from versatile and durable kitchen tools to state-of-the-art home entertainment centers and energy-efficient air conditioners. We hope that through our latest low interest blowout offer, more Filipinos will be able to take advantage of our easy and accessible payment terms to achieve the home or tech set-up that they've always wanted."
Source:Manila Times
June 12, 2022 00:56 UTC
Indian protests over anti-Prophet remarks turn deadly
PATNA, India: Indian police shot dead two protesters and arrested more than 130 others during street rallies sparked by a ruling party official's remarks about the Prophet Muhammad, authorities told Agence France-Presse (AFP) on Saturday. In India and neighboring countries, Muslims took to the streets in huge numbers after Friday prayers to condemn the remarks, with police firing on a crowd in the eastern Indian city of Ranchi. "Police were forced to open fire to disperse protesters...resulting in the death of two," a police officer in Ranchi told AFP. Police in Uttar Pradesh fired tear gas to disperse at least one rally after several demonstrations were staged across the northern Indian state. Sharma's remarks have embroiled India in a diplomatic storm, with the governments of nearly 20 countries calling in Indian envoys for an explanation.
Source:Manila Times
June 11, 2022 22:35 UTC
The world's worst food crisis in decades, and what to do about it
The world now faces its most serious food crisis for many decades. The new global food crisis affects us all. However, it is the roughly 1 percent of the world's population who faced acute hunger even before the Ukraine crisis, those who cannot survive at all without help from aid agencies, who will be the victims if today's food crisis is allowed to deteriorate into multiple simultaneous famines. Second, because it seems unlikely that the underlying causes of this year's crisis will be solved quickly, reducing medium-term reliance on Russia and Ukraine is now a practical necessity. Mark Lowcock was UN undersecretary general for humanitarian affairs and emergency relief coordinator from May 2017 until June 2021.
Source:Manila Times
June 11, 2022 22:04 UTC
(In pictures) Police step up security after shooting in Central
Alerted by the attack, the black van behind the white car then rammed into two of the assailants and sped away from the scene. Yet, the passengers inside the white car seemed prepared for the attack. Police on Friday afternoon confirmed that the clash involved members of two gangs over crime proceeds not split equally. A 36-year-old man sustained an injury to his feet and was in stable condition. Also read: (Video) Shooting in Central district sees three injured
Source:The Standard
June 11, 2022 13:17 UTC
Philippines protests China's 'illegal' acts in disputed South China Sea atoll
(File)The Philippines has lodged a new diplomatic protest against China's maritime activities within Manila's 200-mile exclusive economic zone, the foreign ministry said late on Friday. It was the second diplomatic protest by the ministry this week, adding to more than 300 complaints filed against Beijing's "illegal" activities in the South China Sea. "China has no right to fish, monitor, or interfere with the Philippines' legitimate activities therein," it added. In November, the Philippines aborted a supply mission in the atoll after three Chinese coast guard vessels blocked and used water cannon on resupply boats. China claims large swathes of the South China Sea and continues to assert its presence in the strategic waterway, despite an arbitration ruling in 2016 invalidating Beijing's claim.
Source:The Standard
June 11, 2022 10:42 UTC
Jobless rate hits pre-Covid low
The employment rate rose to 94.3 percent, with 45.63 million people having jobs. The figure was 2.61 million higher than the 43.02 million in January and the 43.27 million in April, Mapa said. Agriculture accounted for 1.1 million of the 1.3 million net job losses, while services accounted for 0.5 million. We must now focus on accelerating our growth by strengthening our domestic economy and investing in the education and development of our children," Chua said. A stronger domestic economy "will help secure better employment opportunities for future generations," he said.
Source:Manila Times
June 11, 2022 05:25 UTC
Suntrust Cup unwraps at Sherwood Hills Golf Club
Harry Paltongan and Gary Sales as overall champions. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOREAL estate developer Suntrust Properties Inc., in its continuing efforts to bring together its clients, partners and suppliers through a friendly golf tournament, held the 10th Suntrust Cup at the Sherwood Hills Golf Club in Trece Martires, Cavite on May 21. "The Suntrust Group is excited with this opportunity to be with our partners. Since this tournament was halted when the pandemic happened in 2020, the 10th Suntrust Cup is a good indication that we are now getting back on track," said Suntrust President Atty. The Suntrust Cup, a two-man scramble event, was graced by a total of 160 players composed of the club's members, Suntrust contractors, business partners and friends.
Source:Manila Times
June 11, 2022 04:09 UTC
China will ‘not hesitate to start war’ over Taiwan, Beijing tells US
SINGAPORE — Beijing will “not hesitate to start a war” if Taiwan declares independence, China’s defense minister warned his US counterpart Friday, the latest salvo between the superpowers over the island. The Chinese minister vowed that Beijing would “smash to smithereens any ‘Taiwan independence’ plot and resolutely uphold the unification of the motherland”, according to the Chinese defence ministry. He “stressed that Taiwan is China’s Taiwan… Using Taiwan to contain China will never prevail”, the ministry said. As well as on Taiwan, China and the United States have been locked in a range of other disputes. They have been at loggerheads over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with Washington accusing Beijing of providing tacit support for Moscow.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 11, 2022 01:24 UTC
Trump calls deadly insurrection ‘greatest movement’ in US history
WASHINGTON, USA — Former US president Donald Trump called the 2021 Capitol assault “the greatest movement in the history of our country” in a meandering rant Thursday — hours ahead of a congressional hearing aimed at demonstrating his culpability for the deadly siege. The January 6 insurrection by hundreds of Trump supporters, which left five people dead, has been described by investigators as the culmination of a months-long criminal conspiracy led by the Republican leader to cling to power after his defeat to Joe Biden in the 2020 presidential election. ADVERTISEMENT“January 6th was not simply a protest, it represented the greatest movement in the history of our Country to Make America Great Again,” Trump said on his Truth Social platform. READ: Jan. 6 riot probe puts Trump at center of ‘attempted coup’Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy PolicyRead Next
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 11, 2022 00:36 UTC
Thailand legalizes growing, consumption of marijuana
BANGKOK — Thailand legalized the growing of marijuana and its consumption in food and drinks on Thursday, the first Asian country to do so, with the aim of boosting its agriculture and tourism sectors but smoking pot is still against the law. ADVERTISEMENTAmong those at the front of the queue at one Bangkok shop was Rittipong Dachkul, 24, waiting since Wednesday evening to buy his first ever legal marijuana. Thailand, which has a tradition of using cannabis to relieve pain and fatigue, legalized medicinal marijuana in 2018. “After COVID, the economy going down the drain, we really do need this,” said Chokwan Kitty Chopaka, who owns a shop selling cannabis gum sweets. But authorities aim to head off an explosion of recreational use by limiting the strength of the products on offer.
Source:Philippine Daily Inquirer
June 10, 2022 21:52 UTC