Swimming: Late nights in Rio now focus for world’s elite
(Kazan, Russia-AFP) – The 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games will force swimming’s elite to adopt some nocturnal habits as preparations are stepped up in the coming months in the race for golds. The world championships finished on Sunday as the United States again ended top of the swimming table in Kazan with 23 medals […]
Palace refutes VP Binay’s claim Aquino, LP want one-party dictatorship
MANILA (Mabuhay) – Malacañang on Saturday belied Vice President Jejomar Binay’s claim that the ruling Liberal Party and President Benigno Aquino III are trying to establish a one-party dictatorship using the “Daang Matuwid” advocacy as its front. On Friday, Binay was quoted as saying that the remark the administration would need 18 to 20 years […]
US will not tolerate sea restrictions: Kerry
ASEAN warns of ‘increased tensions’ over South China Sea Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (AFP) – Washington will not tolerate any navigation restrictions in the South China Sea, US Secretary of State John Kerry said Thursday at a regional security meeting dominated by tensions over Beijing’s island building. “Let me be clear: The United States will not […]
Ralph Lauren unveils kids Fall 2015 collection in Neverland-themed runway show
(Relaxnews) – Ralph Lauren put on a dreamlike show for his childrenswear Fall 2015 Polo collection in New York this week. Central Park Zoo was transformed into a “Neverland” inspired, adventure-themed wonderland for the event, which saw “Pan” actor Levi Miller walking the runway as the fashion house’s new childrenswear ambassador. Other rising stars on […]
Léa Seydoux, the French actress taking the world by storm
(Relaxnews) – The French actress is being tipped for a major role in the upcoming superhero flick “Gambit,” alongside Channing Tatum. If it works out, the beautiful blonde will appear in her ninth non-French feature and confirm her status as an international star. Léa Seydoux is set to meet with executives at 20th Century Fox […]
Italy earmarks 18 mln to rebuild Colosseum arena floor
(Rome-AFP) – Italy has earmarked over 18 million euros to rebuild the arena floor in the Colosseum where gladiators once fought wild beasts, Culture Minister Dario Franceschini said Tuesday. “A promise kept: the Colosseum will have its arena once more. Plan for reconstruction financed,” he said on Twitter after announcing 18.5 million euros ($20.2 million) […]
Robin Thicke drops Nicki Minaj track and addresses rumor mill on Twitter
(Relaxnews) – Robin Thicke has dropped his latest single, featuring Nicki Minaj. In a single Twitter post, Thicke put to rest the rumor mill, quieting claims that he’s engaged to his 20-year-old girlfriend April Love Geary, and announced his latest track “Back Together.” “Not engaged, but I do propose that you check out my new […]
VP Binay: Only courts can say I’m corrupt
MANILA (Mabuhay) – Vice-President Jejomar Binay on Tuesday urged the public not to believe lies that he is a corrupt politician, saying he has never been suspended much less convicted for corruption after over 20 years in public service. Binay pointed out that anyone can accuse politicians of corruption but they have to prove their […]
Jane on Jeron: ‘We’re okay, consistent naman’
Jane Oineza finally admitted that she met up with basketball player Jeron Teng during her summer vacation in Dubai three months ago. “Yeah he was in Dubai also pero nauna siya pumunta and may ilang days rin na nagkita kami sa Dubai. Nagkaroon kami ng get-together doon. Pero he left rin kasi mas nauna siyang […]
Add spice for a longer life?
(Paris, France-AFP) – Eating spicy food, especially fresh chilli, has been linked to a lower risk of death in a Chinese study, researchers said Tuesday. But they cautioned it was too early to draw a final conclusion on the potential benefits of fiery fare, and urged further research that may lead to “updated dietary recommendations”. […]
Amber Le Bon revealed as the new Redken ambassador
(Relaxnews) – Amber Le Bon has been signed up as the new muse for haircare brand Redken. The British model has already worked with the company in the past on its Bronde Sombre Haircolor, but will now broaden her influence within the company, Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) reports. “I love having healthy-looking hair, but I […]
Heart-stopping new trailer for IMAX film ‘Everest’ released
(Relaxnews) – A new teaser has been released for the star-studded film based on the true story of a hiking expedition up Mount Everest that turned tragic when the climbers became caught in a blizzard. In an ominous presentiment, Jason Clarke’s character Rob Hall opens the three-minute trailer saying, “Human beings simply aren’t built to […]
Kellogg’s to scrap artificial flavors, colors in cereals
(New York, United States-AFP) – Kellogg’s will ban artificial flavors and colors from all of its cereals worldwide including Special K and Frosted Flakes, it said Wednesday. The American food multinational said its transition to all-natural ingredients in its cereals and snack bars should be done by 2018. Consumers, and especially Americans, have shown a […]
LA County officials join to commemorate Voting Rights Act of 1965 50th anniversary
LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan will join Los Angeles County Supervisors Hilda Solis, Mark Ridley-Thomas, Sheila Kuehl, Don Knabe, and Assessor Jeffrey Prang to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act on Thursday, August 6 at the Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration, Temple Street steps at 1:30 p.m. Adoption of the Voting […]
Angeles City officials welcome medical supplies from US military, church
By Joey Pavia (BusinenessMirror) August 6, 2015 ANGELES CITY—City officials welcomed on Wednesday at the public hospital here the arrival of medical supplies as part of the humanitarian assistance of the United States military. The medical supplies onboard a cargo truck arrived via the floating hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19), which docked at the Subic Bay Freeport […]
SCE crews continue vault inspections to avoid more explosions
Southern California Edison Southern California Edison (SCE) crews continue to inspect hundreds of underground vaults as they work to restore power Friday to the remaining 260 Long Beach customers affected by Thursday’s outage. SCE crews will attempt to restore power to some customers between 6-10 p.m. tonight. Due to the extent of the damage, some areas may still be without power overnight. If additional issues […]
CDPH celebrates National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
SACRAMENTO – California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith today reminds us that breastfeeding is the first step to a healthy life and forms a lasting bond between mother and child. The 2015 National Breastfeeding Month theme “Let’s Make It Work” sets the goal of empowering all women, no […]
Ambassador’s Tour participant donates solar study lamps to Cebu students
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On July 09, taking time off from the Ambassador’s Tour in which he was among the approximately 200 participants, Richmond-based Rumy Mohta searched the city of Cebu for a Filipino student whose photo showing him studying outside a fast food establishment went viral. The photo showed the boy sitting outside the restaurant’s window so […]
Utilitarian futurism is the key look for H&M’s AW15 Studio collection
(Relaxnews) – Utilitarian futurism, sports luxe and “starburst shine” are the themes for the latest H&M Studio collection, unveiled Monday. The Autumn/Winter 2015 line focuses on the essential item of the season, the roll neck. Zip-up coats, lurex knits and flared trousers also feature heavily in the tomboy-themed collection. Supermodel Kendall Jenner has already been […]
Jessica Alba stands by her company’s sunscreen amidst viral complaints
(Relaxnews) – Jessica Alba is defending the quality of her Honest Company’s sunscreen, following a public flogging from disgruntled customers who complained of suffering burns after applying the lotion. Photos of sunburned heads, backs and chests posted on Twitter have gone viral in the last few days. An investigation into consumer complaints by NBC 5 Chicago found that while […]
