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mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Nothing to hide

Director General Ronald ‘Bato’ dela Rosa raises both his hands as he faces yesterday’s Senate inquiry into supposed extrajudicial killings of drug suspects, saying he has nothing to hide. Also facing the investigative panel led by Senator Leila de Lima (stooping), with their faces covered, are two witnesses of alleged excesses by certain police officers involved in the drug trade. (Jansen Romero/ Manila Bulletin/ mb.com.ph)

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GRP and NDF vow to fast track peace talk issues

OSLO, Norway – The Philippine government (GRP) and the National Democratic Front (NDF) have vowed to fast-track the resolution of three major issues that could lead to the signing of a peace agreement between the two parties within the next nine to 12 months, given the unprecedented support that the negotiations have gotten from President Duterte. Photo courtesy of DurianBurgDavao.com In a press conference held after the formal start of the resumption of peace negotiations at the Candic Holmenkollen Park Hotel yesterday... Читать дальше...

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Dengue-conscious

A village council personnel conducts anti-dengue misting operations in Barangay Bonuan Gueset, Dagupan City yesterday. Ten people have already been hospitalized in the city due to dengue fever since weeks of incessant rains caused by the ‘hanging habagat’ or southwest monsoon. (Jojo Ri ñoza) /mb.com.ph

«Motoroids» (motoroids.com) 

This customized Mahindra Thar Daybreak edition can be yours for INR 9.6 lakh

First showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo held in February this year, the Mahindra Thar Daybreak edition managed to pull hordes of people at the home-grown manufacturers pavilion. Now, it is learnt that the company is offering this customization to the general public through its sub-brand, known as Mahindra Customisation. For a fact, let us […]

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Unmistakably Davao

A street dancer dressed like a durian takes part in the Pamulak sa Kadayawan, one of the highlights of Davao City’s famed Kadayawan Festival which celebrates life, the bounties of nature and peaceful living. (Rolan Garcia/ Manila Bulletin/ mb.com.ph)

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Connected Park

Free Wi-Fi service courtesy of the ‘Juan Konek’ project of the Department of Information and Communications Technology lures locals with smart phones to the People’s Park in Davao City. (Keith Bacongco/ Manila Bulletin/ mb.com.ph)

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Park for all

Left undisturbed and showered with care, pigeons flock to the People’s Park in Davao City where they coexist with, and attract local and foreign park goers. (Keith Bacongco/ Manila Bulletin/ mb.com.ph)

The Post and Courier 

Dining etiquette program celebrates multiculturalism

The centerpiece of a recent Regency era dining etiquette class at Jean Lafitte National Historic Park in New Orleans was a meal ideally suited for south Louisiana summertime: An array of fresh local fruit, including mangoes, peaches, oranges and grapes; spreadable Cajun sausage on slices of crusty bread;...

The Post and Courier 

It's back: Play against the 'pros' in Pigskin Picks contest

About a month ago, 7-year-old Joseph Condon walked up to me and excitedly said, "Mr. Peper, I can’t wait till football gets here!" I appreciated his wide-eyed enthusiasm that was brimming over with hope and optimism that many fans in our state share at this time of year.

«Motoroids» (motoroids.com) 

This is how the next-gen Renault Fluence (Megane Sedan) will look when it comes to India in 2017

Here’s how the all-new, 2016 Renault Fluence (Megane Sedan) looks like in the flesh. The premium mid-size sedan was photographed in Turkey before its launch in the country later this year. Reportedly, the Megane Sedan will make it way to India in 2017, followed by the Kaptur crossover and new Koleos SUV. The new Megane Sedan […]

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Commemorative stamp

Philippine Postal Corp. (PhilPost) employee Salome Arao holds a commemorative stamp inside the Central Post Office in Manila featuring the inauguration of President Rodrigo Duterte on June 30, 2016. (Ali Vicoy) /mb.com.ph

mb.com.ph (Philippine News) 

Iran: Russia has stopped using Iran base for Syria strikes

Russia has stopped using an Iranian air base for launching airstrikes on Syria for the time being, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman said Monday, just hours after the Iranian defense minister criticized Moscow for having "kind of show-off and ungentlemanly" attitude by publicizing their actions.

«Motoroids» (motoroids.com) 

Benelli Tornado 302 and TRK 502 India launch scheduled at the end of fiscal year 2016 – 17

DSK Motowheels and Benelli have created ripples in the Indian two-wheeler market since the launch of the DSK Benelli brand in March last year. Within a short span, the company has garnered a loyal fan following of superbiking enthusiasts. So far DSK-Benelli has sold 3,000 bikes in India with the TNT 600i being the fastest selling model from the […]

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Cayetano: Crime rate has dropped with Duterte administration

Sen. Alan Peter Cayetano, a strong ally and running mate of Duterte during the May 2016 elections, for his part criticized those branding the more than 1,000 killings as “extra judicial killings” and also scored the media for coming up with a “kill lists.”