Saturday, December 1, 2012

[Science] 'Bopha' may inflict more damage than 'Sendong'

'Bopha' may inflict more damage than 'Sendong'
http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/316359/bopha-may-inflict-more-damage-than-sendong
MANILA, Philippines— The weather disturbance approaching the Philippines could become a supertyphoon, much stronger than last year's Tropical Storm Sendong which ravaged the cities of Cagayan de Oro and Iligan, and is eerily moving in the same ...

Let Conscience Decide
http://www.mb.com.ph/articles/383847/let-conscience-decide
This was stressed yesterday by President Benigno S. Aquino III as he urged lawmakers to cast a vote on the responsible parenthood bill based on their conscience as soon as possible to end the nation's division on the controversial measure.

Bonifacio's heroism and ideals recalled during the 149th Bonifacio Day celebration
http://bulatlat.com/main/2012/11/30/cpp-vows-to-intensify-people%E2%80%99s-war-on-149th-birthday-of-andres-bonifacio/
MANILA, Dec 1 (PIA) -- The commemoration of the 149th birth anniversary of National Hero Andres Bonifacio's was commemorated Friday, at the Gat Andres Bonifacio Shrine in Taft Avenue in Manila City.

Mass walk to combat stigma against HIV/AIDS victims
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57554994/cdc-hiv-rates-high-among-young-gay-men-many-unaware-theyre-infected/
SINGAPORE: 1 December is World AIDS Day and close to 200 people from all walks of life in Singapore came together in support of HIV/AIDS victims.

Egypt polarised as Islamists rally for president and draft constitution
http://www.thehindu.com/news/international/rally-in-cairo-in-support-of-morsy/article4153944.ece
Mohamed Morsi is expected to set a date for a referendum on the constitution hastily approved by an Islamist-dominated drafting assembly.

BN confident of achieving two thirds majority in GE
http://www.nst.com.my/latest/bn-confident-of-achieving-two-thirds-majority-in-ge-1.179673
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Najib Razak said Barisan Nasional (BN) is confident of achieving a two-thirds majority in the coming general election.

Malacanang open to proposed anti-cybercrime bill v 2.0
http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/284606/scitech/technology/malacanang-open-to-proposed-anti-cybercrime-bill-v-2-0
Malacañang is open to a new bill by Sen. Miriam Santiago that seeks to replace the controversial Anti-Cybercrime Law of 2012. The palace added that it is amenable to lawmakers' suggestions on the matter.

Go to Mass to learn reworded prayers, suggests new cardinal
http://businessmirror.com.ph/index.php/news/top-news/4288-cardinal-chito-tagle-what-may-filipino-christians-expect-from-his-leadership
MANILA, Philippines—The Catholic Church will fully implement the new English missal in all Masses starting Sunday, the first in the liturgical season of Advent.

UMNO: Students Abroad Should Be Informed Of Malaysia's Economy
http://www.malaysia-chronicle.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=44572:only-umno-can-protect-chinese-says-party-delegate&Itemid=2
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysian students abroad should be kept informed of the country's economic growth to avoid them from being influenced by the opposition propaganda, said Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Husni ...

Top of the losers
http://thelinkpaper.ca/?p=24468
Pakistan has received yet another report card - this time from the Washington-based World Justice Project (WJP). If Pakistan can derive a crumb of comfort from a report released by the organisation on Wednesday, it is that its score in terms of judicial ...

London Riots 2011: Gloating thugs cleared of robbing Malaysian student during ...
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2240480/London-Riots-2011-Gloating-thugs-cleared-robbing-Malaysian-student-London-riots-want-payout.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
Two thugs convicted but then cleared of robbing a student in a defining moment of last summer's riots demanded compensation last night.

US struggles to get Israel, Palestinians to talks
http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4313993,00.html
The Obama administration sought Friday to direct Israel and the Palestinians back toward direct peace talks, even as the two sides and much of the world seemed to be ignoring the U.S.

Philippines denounces China's plans to board ships
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5ieErxwGqElQzXtioHxImQU-6o9Tw?docId=CNG.3373b764821f386880a90d650a5bb406.5e1
MANILA, Philippines - The Philippines on Saturday denounced Chinese plans to search ships sailing through what Beijing says is its territory in the South China Sea in the latest irritant between the countries.

S. Korea Warns North on Rocket
http://www.thedailybeast.com/cheats/2012/12/01/s-korea-warns-north-on-rocket.html
North Korea announced Saturday morning that it plans to launch a rocket later this month in an announcement from the country's state-run news agency—a move that South Korea immediately denounced as violating the United Nations treaty for the area.

PH improves 9-mo revenue collection effort to 14.7%
http://www.rappler.com/business/17059-ph-improves-9-mo-revenue-collection-effort-to-14-7
This figure, released by the Department of Finance, is an indicator of how well the government is doing in terms of revenue collection, relative to what could be expected given the economy's potential.

Asia-pacific Philippine economy flourishes
http://manilastandardtoday.com/2012/12/01/bursting-the-bubble-boom/
Growth figures in the Philippines have exceeded expectations and investor confidence is up, but this progress has meant little to the average Filipino.

'Hpy B Day 2 U!'--20 years of the text message
http://blogs.timeslive.co.za/power-report/2012/11/30/20-year-anniversary-of-the-first-sms-ever-sent/
Filipino texting addicts should mark December 3 on their calendars: that's when the first SMS message was sent 20 years ago. The 160-character messaging system has connected and changed the lives of Filipinos and people worldwide by delivering news ...

BB10 may have Skype-like video calls
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-news/hardware/BB10-may-have-Skype-like-video-calls/articleshow/17428587.cms
NEW DELHI: Research in Motion may be working on integrating video calling to its popular BlackBerry Messenger service. According to industry speculation, the next version of the company's mobile operating system, named BB10, is likely to support video ...

LG Nexus 4 with faster delivery? Google buys startup related to online shopping
http://www.popherald.com/news_20121201_nexus_4_google_play_delivery_bufferbox-21337
December 1, 2012, 8:20 A.M., Saturday, New York local time - While customers wait for additional LG Nexus 4 units from the Google Play Store, the search giant purchases a new startup that will enhance Google's online shopping business.

Top new cars at the LA Auto Show
http://www.sfgate.com/news/science/article/11-hot-cars-at-the-LA-Auto-Show-4074025.php
Volkswagen unveiled its new 2013 Volkswagen Beetle at the LA Auto Show held at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The show, open to the public through Dec. 9 is known for green vehicles and environmental innovation.

Azkal Angel Guirado celebrates second goal in match vs. Myanmar
http://www.espnstar.com/football/aff-suzuki-cup/news/detail/item900554/Azkals-beat-Myanmar-to-make-last-four/
Angel Guirado is jubilant after sending in the second goal against Myanmar Friday that further sealed the Azkals' semifinals berth in the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Suzuki Cup 2012.

Peping: early preparation will be key to win Phl's 1st gold
http://www.philstar.com/sports/2012/12/01/878017/peping-early-preparation-will-be-key-win-phls-1st-gold
MANILA, Philippines -- After winning his third term as Philippine Olympic Comittee president unopposed, Jose "Peping" Cojuangco, Jr.

Arum, Roach Still Eye Mayweather For Pacquiao in 2013
http://www.thesweetscience.com/news/articles/15696-pacquiao-workout-seen-in-times-sq-goes-well
While Manny Pacquiao has a tough assignment waiting for him on December 8th when he faces Juan Manuel Marquez for a fourth time, the fight the boxing world is still waiting to happen is a super fight with Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Walkin' fierce: PHL grabs Guinness World Record for most people on catwalk
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5ignXFXiauwwVZ0_6WvZ5Ppe5i8GQ?docId=CNG.7dd0fcfa998809f75b5d97d99034307c.531
Over 2,000 models strutted down the ramp as they went for the “Most people walking on a catwalk” Guinness World Record (GWR) at the Glorietta Mall in Makati on Thursday.

'Gangnam Style' sensation PSY to perform at 'Christmas in Washington'
http://www.brecorder.com/arts-a-leisure/63-music/93239-gangnam-style-sensation-psy-to-perform-at-christmas-in-washington.html
KARACHI: South Korean singer, songwriter, rapper, dancer and record producer Park Jae-Sang, commonly known as Psy of “Gangnam Style” fame, will be seen performing for TNT's annual “Christmas in Washington” special event, reported the media.

Sarah G wins Best Asian Artist at K-pop awards
http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5j90kb8YyPT-_Rb0K_9sc00GMTXWA?docId=CNG.a7d2f8d949f2ecbfd7611ccf89934f70.3c1
MANILA, Philippines - Kapamilya star Sarah Geronimo was among those recognized as Best Asian Artist at one of Korea's most anticipated annual music video awards ceremony.

Why the Philippines cannot afford to be “Like-Minded” in Doha
http://www.thehindu.com/news/international/climate-activists-march-outside-un-talks-in-qatar/article4153995.ece
Seldom has a global conference been so devoid of positive expectations than the coming United Nations Climate Conference that will take place in Doha, Qatar in late November and early December.

Naro rocket launch called off due to technical glitch
http://news.asiaone.com/News/Latest%2BNews/Science%2Band%2BTech/Story/A1Story20121130-386976.html
Korea called off the launch of its first space rocket again on Thursday due to a technical glitch on its electronic systems. Officials of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and the Korea Aerospace Research Institute said that they detected ...

Spinal cord injuries to be treated with non-invasive stimulation?
http://www.spirehealthcare.com/Patient-Information/Health-News/Sports-Injury-and-Physiotherapy/801498872-Spinal-cord-injuries-to-be-treated-with-non-invasive-stimulation-/
People with spinal cord injuries were temporarily able to use their hands when researchers used non-invasive stimulation. Research published in the journal Current Biology tested the new method in 19 people with chronic cervical spinal cord injury and 14 ...

Mental activities may help aging brains stay healthy
http://www.spectroscopynow.com/details/ezine/13b47b41958/Cognitive-integrity-MRI-reveals-benefits.html
WASHINGTON - Mental activities like reading and writing can preserve structural integrity in the brains of older people, according to a new study presented Sunday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America.

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