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(Hong Kong Free Press) In a media statement sent on Thursday, Hong Kong Unison said it was “likely that the escalation of events resulting in the use of [a] firearm was a case of misunderstanding and a problem with communication.”

The NGO’s comments were made in response to the shooting on Tuesday night, which occurred when police responded to a noise complaint about a barbecue gathering on the small island of Peng Chau. The 43-year-old Filipino man, who police said appeared to be drunk, allegedly put his hands on an officer’s neck and pushed him down the stairs… Read More
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(CNN Philippines) Metro Manila — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will be invited to the coronation of Britain’s King Charles III on May 6, British envoy Laure Beaufils told CNN Philippines on Thursday.

Speaking to The Final Word, Beaufils said the UK has already sent the chief executive a “save the date” notice for the coronation.

“We would love to see the president in the UK and he will be getting an invitation. In fact, we’ve already sent him a save the date for the coronation of His Majesty the King which will take place on the 6th of May,” the ambassador said.

Beaufils also said interest in the country has been rising among British businessmen, adding that the UK wants to be among the Philippines’ top investors… Read More

(GMA News) Bilateral trade between the United States and the Philippines was expected to hit record-breaking levels last year, according to US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson.

“While the final numbers aren’t in yet, total trade in 2022 will top $33 billion—a record,” the envoy said at a recent meeting with the Makati Business Club.

Bulk or over $21 billion of the total trade were the Philippines’ exports to the US.

This, Carlson said, “will make the United States—again—the Philippines’ top export market.”

Carlson described the trade between the two countries as “thriving.” She added that the US government agreed to support multiple trade missions in 2023… Read More

(Fox News) R’Bonney Gabriel, the first Filipino American to win Miss USA, was crowned Miss Universe 2022 – but not everyone celebrated her big achievement.

While the show was airing from New Orleans, several critics on Twitter alleged the pageant was rigged, pointing out that JKN Global Group, which owns Miss Universe, also owned Miss USA. Some also claimed that the pageant was manipulated to favor the American contestant because it was held in the United States.

“You know, I have to be honest, it is very hurtful,” the 28-year-old told Fox News Digital. “It’s very disheartening because I have put my heart and soul into [it]. And I hope people can see that. However, in this competition, I know there [are] always rumors that can start. Sometimes I’m like, ‘It’s another day, another rumor,’ and you have to take it with a grain of salt. I’ve been through this before because I won Miss USA. That was in the public eye and there [were] rigging allegations proven false as well.”.. Read More

(Interaksyon) A city chief executive expressed her support for Filipino drag queens who performed at an event in Quezon City last Saturday, January 21.

The Filipino drag series “Drag Den Philippines” was brought to the local community of Maginhawa Street, Teacher’s Village in the city through a drag competition on the street.

Called “Miss Dragdagulan Maginhawa Street 2023,” the pageant was attended by “Drag Den Philippines” cast members, including the main host and judge Manila Luzon and Sassa Gurl… Read More

(GMA News) GMA Network today announced it has strengthened its anti-piracy capabilities by partnering with the Alliance for Creativity & Entertainment (ACE).

Widely regarded as the world’s largest and most effective anti-piracy coalition, ACE currently has over 50 global members, with GMA as its first member from the Philippines. A partnership signing event was held on Jan. 19.

“Piracy continues to be one of the biggest problems in the entertainment industry globally,” said GMA Network chief executive officer and chairman, lawyer Felipe L. Gozon… Read More

(Vietnam Tribune) Hong Kong, January 21 (ANI): China is eyeing strategic projects in the Philippines, however, they are wary of China’s “predatory and opaque” investments in the country, reported The HK Post.

During the Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s State visit to China from January 3 to 5, 2023, Marcos and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to resume talks on joint oil and gas exploration in the non-disputed areas in the resource-rich South China Sea.

The Philippines and China also agreed on an arrangement for the establishment of a communication mechanism on maritime issues between the Department of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China.

As a result of the bilateral meeting, the Philippines has received a proposal from the Chinese government to have a fishery cooperation agreement in the disputed SCS, reported The HK Post.. Read More

(New York Public Radio) The confetti from Times Square is long gone, but new year celebrations are far from over. For those celebrating Lunar New Year, the party is just getting started.

Sunday marks the beginning of the new year following the lunisolar calendar and what, for many, will be the start of the year of the rabbit.

Lunar New Year is celebrated by more than a billion people, and while traditionally a big holiday in Asian countries, it is also celebrated in communities worldwide. During this time, people pay respect to their elders and enjoy time with their families. Red envelopes stuffed with money are also staples of the holiday – as is a large, bountiful table filled with delicious dishes that have specific meanings.

Ahead of the holiday, NPR’s All Things Considered spoke with chefs around the U.S. about how they celebrate and what they’re making to help inspire your own celebrations… Read More