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President Rodrigo Duterte shockingly names the complete list of tainted Narco-Politicians

The Philippines is further making more and more attention locally and internationally. The issue keeps on growing regarding the involvement of local politicians, officials, and security leaders who were involved with the illegal trade of drugs. Long before, the president warned that he will name several corrupt officials involved in the illegal trading of prohibited substances. However, he was ignored, confident that they are just being intimidated by the tirade remarks of the outspoken president. 
 
But on August 7, 2016, the Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte names several Narco-politicians involved in the drug trade. He made the announcement publicly through the official media and communications group licensed to cover with the media affairs of the Philippine government. This is by far, the largest political scandal that the Philippines is now dealing with after police officials have initially searched for low-profile users and pushers of illegal substances. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte announces corrupt narco-officials</td></tr>
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The Philippine government is now leveling up with its drug trade movement against lords of narcotic industry. This time, the protectors and the suppliers of prohibited substances are now being searched and apprehended by the Philippine government. These include politicians, police officials, government officials, and other third party groups or personalities. 
 
As expected, the President is now cracking down Local Government Units who are now involved with the illegal trading of prohibited substances. Houses, businesses, and properties of various alleged officials involved with the illegal distribution, manufacturing, and use of prohibited substances are now being searched by the operatives. Even properties reportedly operating illegally that were allegedly involved with the illegal trade of prohibited substances are also being raided by the police and security forces of the Philippines. 
 
The lists of politicians are very shocking. As the person who was seen as a role model by their local communities were thought to be a mistake. This is because the leaders whom they voted for were involved with the illegal trade, use, and manufacturing of prohibited items that are responsible for circulating it to the society. President Rodrigo Duterte reminded that all enlisted personnel is required to immediately surrender, or they will face legal consequences. 
 
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Incumbent and Former local executives including lawmakers 
 
From Luzon 
 
Ex-Mayor Eufronio Erigel: Agoo, La Union 
Mayor Martin De Guzman: Bauang, La Union 
Mayor Reynaldo Flores: Naguilian, La Union 
Mayor Dante Garcia: Tubao, La Union 
Mayor Felix Castillo: Langiden, Abra 
Mayor Jesus Celeste: Bolinao, Pangasinan 
 
Mayor Marjorie Apel Salazar: Lasam, Cagayan 
Mayor Jose Miranda: Santiago City, Isabela 
Mayor Mrino Morales: Mabalacat, Pampanga, 
Mayor Vicente Amante: San Pablo City, Laguna 
Mayor Ryan Dolor: Bauan, Batangas 
 
From Visayas 
 
Vice-Mayor Edgardo Trinidad: El Nido, Palawan 
Mayor Julius Ronald Pacificador: Hamtic, Antique 
Mayor Alex Centena: Calinog, IloIlo 
Mayor Jed Mabilog: IloIlo City 
Mayor Marciano Malones: Maasin, IloIlo 
Mayor Sigfredo Betita: Carles, IloIlo 
Vice-Mayor Francis Ansing Amboy: Maasin, IloIlo 
 
Party-list Representative Jeffrey Celis: Panay 
Ex Congressman JC Rahman Nava: Guimaras 
Antonio Pesina: IloIlo City 
Erwin Plagata: IloIlo City 
 
Fralz Sabalones: San Fernando, Cebu 
Ex-Mayor Michael Rama: Cebu CIty 
Ex-Mayor Madeline Ong: Laoang, Northern Samar 
Mayor Rolando Espinosa: Albuera, Samar 
Mayor Hector Ong: Laoang, Northern Samar 
 
From Mindanao 
 
Mayor Fahad SalicL Marawi City 
Former Board member Ricardo Parojinog: Misamis Oriental 
Buddy Aingan: Kulambungan, Davao Del Norte 
Jessie Aguilera: Alegria, Surigao del Norte 
 
Congressman Guillermo Romarate, Jr. of Surigao del Norte, 2nd District of Surigao Del Norte 
Mayor Mohammad Ali Abenal: Marantao, Lanao del Sur 
Rasmiyah Macabago: Saguiaran, Lanao del Sur 
Jamal Dadayan, Buadiposo-Buntong, Lanao del Sur 
Muslim Alen Macadato: Lobatan, Lanao del Sur 
 
Vice-Mayor Abdul Wahid Sabal: Talitay, Maguindanao 
Rasul Santi Datu Zaldy Ampatuan: Maguindanao 
Vicman Montawal: Datu Montawal, Maguindanao 
Samsudin Dimaukom: Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao 
Otto Montawal: Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao 
Montaser Zabal: Talitay, Maguindanao 
Norodin Salasal: Datu Salibo, Maguindanao 
Nida DImagcon: Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao 
 
Omar Solitario Ali: Marawi City 
Arafat Salik: Maraqi City 
Nova Princess Parojinog Echavez 
Ex-Mayor Benahar Tulawie: Talipao, Sulu 
Rasmia Macabagu: Siguran, Lanao del Sur 
 
Ex-Mayor Abubakar Abdurakim Afdal: Labangan, Zamboanga del Sur 
Mayor Gamar Ahay Janihim: Sirawai, Zamboanga del Norte 
David Navarro: Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur 
Yusofa Monder Bugong Ramin: Iligan City, Lanao del Norte 
Bobby Alingan: Kolambugan, Lanao del Norte. 
 
Retired and Active Law enforcers 
 
Luzon, including NCR 
 
Police Inspector Rolando Batolayan 
Chief Inspector Eric Buenavantura: Navotas 
Roberto Palisoc: Station 7 MPD 
Retired Supt. Maristelo Manalo, CIDG 
Retired Supt. Siceron Ada 
 
SPO3 Ronald Calap: Isabela 
SPO3 Gerry Mendoza: NCR 
SPO2 Mercene ROD: Marinduque BFP 
SPO1 Ernesto Bilyones: NCR 
SPO1 Tubil Felix: Region 3 
PO3 Cecillo DOmingo: CIDG 
PO3 Rodel Samoledo: Lalio 
PO3 Alexander Macabeo: Paranaque City 
PO3 Eric Lazo QCPD 
PO2 Geraldine Bautista Manuel: Health Service 
PO2 Ryan Mendoza: Tarlac Police Station 
PO2 Allan Carpio: Pasay City 
PO2 Cielito Minendrez: Binangonan 
PO1 Mark Christian Catalina: Camarines Norte 
PO1 Norman Adarlo: Puerto Galera 
PO1 Vicente Renaldo Celis: NCR 
FO1 Reynaldo Valencia: Claveria 
Mark Canete RSRPSV Mimaropa 
Lito Montemayor: Roxas District, Jail Appari District 
Dexel Sait: Mimaropa 
 
 
Visayas 
 
Chief Insp Rio Maymay 
Senior Insp. Kennety Militar: IloIlo 
Senior Insp Donasco 
Supt. Eugenio Malik, Maritime Group, former chief of Antique Anti-Drug Group 
Supt. Delia Paz: RDIDM 
Supt. Genepa Riu: Intelligence 
Supt. Kashmir Dimangcup, former Iloilo Base Commander 
Supt. Romeo Sandater: Cebu 
Supt. Ifel Duenas 
Supt. Kaundag 
Supt. Gumboc 
Supt. Leven 
 
Chief Insp. Vicente Vicente: Banate 
Insp. De Jose: Region 6 
Insp. Duarte: Arevalo, Iloilo 
SPO3 Cristy Cielo Tinag: Region 7 
SPO1 Jomar Ibanez: Lapu-Lapu 
SPO1 Onel Nabua: Barili 
PO3 Ryan Martusciamco: Cebu 
PO2 Michael Cortez: Barili 
PO2 Jomar Ibanez: Lapu-Lapu 
JO1 Allan Coca Manatad: Region 7 
 
General Bernando Diaz: Region 6 
General Idio: Calbayog City 
 
From Mindanao 
 
PCI Ibrahim Jabiran: Zamboanga 
PCI Senior Insp Perfecto Abrazaldo Awi Jr.: Misamis Oriental 
Insp. Roy SInuhales Montes: Iligan PRO 
Insp. Martin Plaza 
Supt Ricardo Gando Pulo: Quezon, Bukidnon 
 
SPO1 Totong Jay Valdez 
SPO1 Rodrigo Ramos: Bukidnon PRO 
SPO1 Renaldo Dela Victoria: Cagayan De Oro 
SPO1 Jerry Dela Rosa: SCP PIO 
PO3 Daryl Pagi: Labasan 
PO3 Omar Kwani: Zamboanga City 
PO1 Pierre Dizo: Zamboanga Del Sur 
 
Romel Mansol: PRO9 
Jeffrey Serafica: Butuan 
Marlo Espinoza: Bukidnon 
 
Insp Juan Glen Alicare: PRO12 
SPO3 Emilio Mendoza Lusaria: Iligan 
SPO3 Mat: CIDG Mati, Davao, Oriental 
SPO3 Rosel Eleviera: CIDG Tagum, Davao del Norte 
PO3 Jesse Balabag: Region 11 
PO3 Filimino Soronya: Digos 
PO3 Estelito Solanio: Saranggani 
PO1 Jerebel Oxio 
 
AFP 
 
Sgt. Vic Dela Cruz: Mimaropa 
Brig Gen. Leonzo Daniega: NCR 
Reomante Daitu: Region 5 
Reymar Daitu: Region 5 
Zamora Reynato Gumarao: Region 6 
Jimmy Manlangit: Region 12 
 
Arsad Kasimiro Castro: ARMM 
PFC Arsad Philip Miro: ARMM 
PFC Mamadali Ifad: ARMM 
FO3 Ibanez Ricardo Villariz: Region 9 
FO1 Aplaca Nicolas Ponce: ARMM 
 
Corporal Kosina Lopez Giamad Loy: 52nd Brigade Army 
Marine Corporal Alfrenz Burias Abedin: Western Mindanao 
 
Above names were validated by the both the police and military as based on various intelligence reports as supported by documents. Duterte is also allowing named officials to process their respective due process. However, they should clear themselves immediately to prevent apprehension and legal consequences.

President Rodrigo Duterte shockingly names the complete list of tainted Narco-Politicians

The Philippines is further making more and more attention locally and internationally. The issue keeps on growing regarding the involvement...

Donald Trump says Pinoys and other immigrants in US has hidden threats

Presidential nominee Donald Trump issued a warning in one of his campaign that all immigrants pose a threat to the United States. These are all hidden terror threats that can always take chances to surprise the United States with a bloody attack in the future that are mostly without the knowledge of US citizens. He believes that all immigrants are now backstabbers that could further risk the security of the United States in the future. 
 
Trump stressed that immigrants coming from the Muslim world are considered to carry the most potential threat to the United States. He shocked the world when he named countries such as Afghanistan, Iraq, Morocco, Pakistan, the Philippines, Somalia, Syria, Uzbekistan, and Yemen.The verbally stated that these countries were arrested from the past. This is due to training new recruits for creating new explosives, carrying out new attacks, and supporting other major terror groups. 
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This means the Philippines are claimed by Trump to be one of the lands of terror groups. Donald Trump also indicated that there are other countries from the Arab region that should be banned from coming to the United States. These are the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Libya, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria, Sudan, Ethiopia, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Kenya, Iran, Lebanon, Palestine, and Tunisia. 
 
He also includes countries from Asia such as Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and Indonesia who are believed to be the breeding grounds for groups who are plotting against the safety of the United States. Trump reveals that if he became the next president of the United States, these countries will be completely banned from entering the country. No support will be given to any Muslim countries who are hiding threats to the United States. 
 
Moreover, he made another raunchy comment when he made another comment about Filipinos. From his speech, "Pinoys, and other migrants pose a hidden threat". "We are dealing with animals". His comments were based  on the latest incidents of terrorism responsible for causing a total destructive impact to the western societies. These are self-destructing activities made by terror groups, who always aim to spread atrocities of mass destruction to the world. 
 
This clearly indicates that Trump shows fear among Muslims. Previously, he made numerous comments against Muslims, stating that they should be banned from entering the United States. This time, he is now involving more countries to be banned from entering the US. Including immigrants to be expelled from the US. 
 
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His latest comment involving Filipinos generated numerous negative reactions among Pinoys all over the world. Many Pinoys are dismayed by Trump's comments regarding his view on terrorism as well as for the Muslim world. Netizens from all over the world are also disappointed about Trump's comments because he is generalizing basing from his personal perception. 
 
Filipinos working abroad are very horrified about Trump's statements. Stating that his superficial research and thorough investigation made false impressions against the Philippines. 
 
On June 26, 2012. Donald Trump made a thoughtful comment about the Philippines. Trump stated that the Philippines is a wonderful country. This is one of the best places in Asia to engage in business. This is the reason why we are opening a new branch, which is the construction of Trump Tower Manila, which will be open to service this year or in 2017. 
 
Trump's recent statement to the Philippines during his presidential campaign negated his previous comments on June 26, 2012. 
 
There are at least more than two million Filipino workers that are now living and working in the United States. If all overseas Filipino workers are eligible to vote in the United States and will set to choose their new president, Trump's recent statement will have a very significant image impact towards Filipinos. 
 
Donald Trump is currently hopeful to become America's next president. He is representing the Republican Political Party in the United States. His rival is Hilary Clinton, who was a former first lady of the United States, being nominated by the Democratic Political Party of the United States. 
 
The winner between the nominees from the Republican and Democratic Party will be decided on November 8, 2016. Voters will decide if either Trump or Clinton will lead the United States of America after the election date.

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Flag bearer from Tonga is the hottest male athlete for Rio Olympics 2016 opening ceremony

A male olympian athlete is now storming the opening ceremony of Rio Olympics. He gained international attention from around the world due to his hot and gorgeous topless body that is now capturing the hearts of the audiences, media reporters, and internet users. As he was seen bearing the flag of Tonga, spectators were astounded by his chiseled body with attractive facial features while he walked along with his countrymen in Rio Olympics. With his oiled body, it made him like a shining gem during the opening ceremony, gaining more attention to the viewers who were astounded by his shimmering tanned body. 
 
His name is Pita Nikolas Taufatofua, who will be representing Tonga to compete for 80-kilogram division for taekwondo. You will have to wait for more days because the schedule for his event will be on August 20. He still has more time to prepare in order to penetrate the elimination round until he can clinch any medal for his country. You need at least wait for two weeks to watch him do his job for hoping that his country could win a medal. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Olympian Pita Nikolas Taufatofua from Tonga, the hottest male olympian during the opening ceremony of Rio Olympics 2016</td></tr>
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Pita Nikolas was wearing a Ta 'Ovala, which is a traditional clothing attire in Polynesia, in particular to Tonga. During Rio Olympics 2016 opening ceremony, he wowed everyone when he wore the traditional wardrobe in topless form. She shamelessly wowed everyone with his chiseled body. But the main thing is his decision to apply oil all over his body made him look more appealing to all the viewers on the event as well as on various live stream around the world. 
 
Tonga is hoping to win a medal by sending a few delegates to compete to various events. One of them is Pita, who already made a historic debut for being the first athlete from Tonga to compete in taekwondo. Pita is optimistic that he can further advance his historic appearance in Rio Olympics by being the first athlete from his country to win a medal. A gold medal would be a bonus for his country. 
 
Pita Nikolas is an athlete from Tonga. He was born in Australia, but moved and grew up in Tonga. He currently resides in Hihifo, Ha Apai, Tonga. During his childhood years, he attended Tonga Side school. Pita Nikolas then further continued his schooling in Tonga High School. Pita has a mixed race from various ethnicities. Taufatofua returned to Australia to become a taekwondo practitioner and as a trainer for the younger generation. 
 
 
 
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Taufatofua made the right decision to oil his whole body. Even though it is only a short-period of fame, he took the advantage to make him being noticed by millions of spectators around the world. 
 
Pita is an example of a person who is very disciplined with his health and very conscious about his diet. As an olympian, he is always required to eat the right amount of calories, proteins, and carbohydrates to keep his body always in shape. 
 
Pita started taekwondo at the age of five. His passion for this particualr contact sports remained as a part of his career unti he became a successful olympian competing for the event for his country. 
 
If he can win any medal from the olympics, he can generate more fans and supporters to visit the place where he practices and teaches taekwondo either in Tonga or in Australia. 
 
But as of now, he already generated enough attention to the world due to his very attractice body as he walked along with other athletes from his country.

Flag bearer from Tonga is the hottest male athlete for Rio Olympics 2016 opening ceremony

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Luisa Andrea Soemitha wins Miss Earth Indonesia 2016

Indonesia finally crowns its delegate to represent the country for Miss Earth 2016. Luisa Andrea Soemitha is now the new Miss Earth Indonesia 2016. She will now start to train for at least a month before being sent to the Philippines to join Miss Earth that will be held on the last week of October this year. Just a few hours after her crowning moment, Luisa is still in the process of accepting her new position as the new ambassadress of beauty and an environmentalist while competing for Miss Earth 2016. 
 
Miss Earth beauty pageant is now heating up as there are more countries crowning their local candidates to represent their nation in the upcoming pageant. Luisa is very happy, but at the same time, nervous because she will feel the pressure to represent the country. As a representative of Indonesia, Luisa will now start to fulfill her duties and responsibilities as the new beauty queen environmentalist across the Indonesian archipelago. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Luisa Andrea Soemitha is Miss Earth Indonesia 2016</td></tr>
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Miss Earth Indonesia 2016 succeeds Belinda Pritasari Jacobsen who was the last year's winner. She represented Indonesia in 2015 in Vienna, Austria that was won by Angelia Ong, reigning Miss Earth 2015 from the Philippines. Luisa is set to compete for the largest environmental beauty pageant in the planet. 
 
Miss Earth Indonesia 2016 other winner who came close is Asti Wulan Adaninggar who is Miss Earth Indonesia 2016 Air (or first runner-up). Aura Ferbiyannisa is Miss Earth Indonesia Water 2016 (2nd runner-up). Annisa Meidina is Miss Earth Indonesia Fire (3rd runner-up). And Hanny Wulandari Darma who is Miss Earth Indonesia Eco-Tourism 2016. 
 
Asti Wulan Adaninggar, which is Miss Earth Air 2016 is also lucky for gaining the license to represent Indonesia to another international pageant. Asti is set to compete for Miss Intercontinental international beauty pageant that is expected to be held in Germany later this year. She will be bannering Indonesian flag and hopes to make a historical placement for that particular pageant that is set to take place later this year. Other runner-ups are also hopeful to be picked to represent the country for other international pageants to various areas around the world. 
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Many are hopeful for Luisa's possible placement for Miss Earth 2016 in Manila. Some are already commenting positive results for the winner to represent Indonesia successfully for penetrating the semi-finals round for Miss Earth 2016. Her charm is infectious, her communication skill is very vibrant because she can express herself and ideas flawlessly in front of the audience. 
 
Miss Earth 2016 is announced to be held on October 15, 2016 somewhere in Manila. This means that Luisa should start training immediately in order to improve her other skills in the world of pageantry. 
 
There are several skills to ensure that she can confidently earn a spot to the pageant. One is her catwalk skills, which is a crucial skill that a candidate must need to improve. Catwalk skills carry confidence, non-verbally expresses your gestures in front of the audience. 
 
Luisa must not forget to bring an interpreter because if she can make it to top 8, which is the question and answer portion, she can freely express her thoughts, which could have a more confident answer to the question. 
 
Pageant followers are yet to see her transformation before being sent to the Philippines to represent Indonesia this October or as early as September. 
 
Congratulations Luisa.

Luisa Andrea Soemitha wins Miss Earth Indonesia 2016

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Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte supports LGBT community

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte shows his soft spot for the members of LGBT (Lesbians, Gay, Bisexuals, and Transgender) community in the Philippines. This is a good news for the members and supporters of LGBT community in the country for having a president who is very understandable and has his blessings to the advocacies of the group. LGBT members will be happier to have a serving president whose ideologies are multidirectional with no bias and scandalous claims against the group. 
 
Duterte claims that the LGBT play a significant role for empowering lifestyle, arts, and entertainment industries. This includes the beauty and fashion world where they excel the most. LGBT community is known to create numerous designs that always enhance the physical persona of a certain individual or a group. He appreciates the way that they decorate both interior and exteriors of a certain home, business, and any structures whenever there are special events that are being held. His claims are based on what he sees from experience in Davao, which makes him fascinated about the creativity of the members of LGBT. 
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President Rodrigo Duterte also stated that he does not have any problems with the members of the LGBT community. Most members have hidden talents that can use as a pride for their career and image for the society. This is for as long as the members are not doing anything wrong that is against the law such as illegal possession of prohibited substance, which he hates the most. 
 
Some LGBT members are now being recognized around the world for their creative talent in the field of fashion industry. Pinoy fashion designers are now being applauded by their designs that are worn by some of the biggest celebrities in the internet industry. Dignitaries from around the world are now noticing several Pinoy talents to design any clothes or footwear that they use on a special occasion from either local or international affairs. The first family of the Philippines also reached  out with several designers from the LGBT community. 
 
In the entertainment industry, members of the LGBT community already established their image as well-known directors, entertainers, producers, designers, and artists. They are considered by others as inspirations to other LGBT members due to their talents, skills, and good image to the community. No wonder that President Rodrigo Duterte is amazed by what they possess, which helps the society to become productive and competitive. 
 
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Before Duterte became a president, he was featured as a gay defender against bullying in this video</div>
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Duterte's personal sentiments towards the members of the LGBT community proves that he does not want any hate, segregation, and discrimination. He believes that the true essence of equality should be applied to all walks of life. In addition, equity is a consideration that one must have to apply to prevent misunderstanding and conflict between two individuals, groups, and organizations. 
 
Members of the LGBT are often mistreated due to wrong inhibitions as regards to faith, personal perception, and ignorance. Most of them are physically, mentally, and socially abused by bullies who wants to provoke harm against their will. 
 
As a president, Duterte wants everyone to a unit for a stronger Philippines, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and cultures. This is to strengthen Filipino patriotism to build a stronger foundation for Filipinos to become more productive with their lifestyle. 
 
Duterte stressed that unity is an important consideration that one must have to do. This is to strengthen the community's social unity that can further move the country's economic and political issues progressive and competitive to other countries.

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte supports LGBT community

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte shows his soft spot for the members of LGBT (Lesbians, Gay, Bisexuals, and Transgender) community in t...

7 Interesting facts why Philippines has a very big illegal substance trade problem

The Philippines has an uncovered problem that is overwhelming the country's security systems, risking the safety of all residents and tourists across the country for several decades. One of the major causes of illegal activities in the country is the prevalence of illegal substance trade that is causing the security systems to fail across the country. The proliferation of substances being illegally traded are believed to be the root causes of criminal activities in the Philippines that impacts its economic and security issues. 
 
The new administration of the Philippines is now seriously continuing its crackdown against pushers and users of illegal substances across the country. Numerous criminal individuals and groups are now being neutralized due to their involvement in illegal practices that are linked with the prohibited use of substances that are harmful to health and security. The country's leaders consider its crackdown as the most efficient strategy to decrease the number of criminal activities all over the country. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Philippine National Police is now neutralizing all persons and groups involved in trade, use, and manufacturing of prohibited substances</td></tr>
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Illegal substance trade in the Philippines is a serious problem, citing decades of neglect by the Philippine authorities. Past administrations were heavily concentrated on politicking, setting aside public service concerns that proliferated successfully to create their private syndicates and organizations. Although the past administrations deny that there were ongoing serious problems with illegal substance trade, they did not realize that it was the main cause of security threats that is hampering the economic integrity of the Philippines. 
 
The Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is now under media attention not only in the local media network but also to various international media. He is now being featured in international news reports, print media, and social media discussions. The reason behind is that his strategic campaign possesses a different style to curb security risks across the country. Foreign countries around the world start to notice his leadership due to his unorthodox style of maintaining peace and prosperity to the society. 
 
Vigilant groups and the police forces in the Philippines are now stepping up an extreme measure to neutralize all individuals, groups, and organizations linked to illegally traded substances. Since the beginning of President Duterte's administration, there are still more personalities and groups that are on the loose, waiting to be neutralized. The Philippine administration is poised to eliminate or lower down illegally traded substances within three to six months. 
 
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7 interesting facts why the Philippines has a very big illegal substance trade problem</div>
 
1. Poor administration of public service from the past: As based on the past administration, past officials were not that serious about considering illegal substance trade. They are more affiliated with the issuance of new laws, politicking, and concentrating on economic affairs. Criminals and organized syndicate took this opportunity to proliferate their illegal activities. Reports made by numerous intelligence agencies were ignored due to a repeated wrong political actions. 
 
2. The presence of Sinaloa Cartel: Sinaloa is the largest operating cartel in Latin America. They are the strongest and have the largest network of syndicates in the western hemisphere. Several Latin Americans linked to Sinaloa are now in the Philippines to export their illegally manufactured prohibited substances as a gateway to Asia. Sinaloa is now linked with several local syndicates operating in the Philippines that past administrations ignored. 
 
3. Western African syndicates: West African syndicates are also contributing to the proliferation of prohibited substances that are now rampant in the country. However, they were the first group that was spotted by the previous administrations who are luring Filipinos to agree on carrying their prohibited substances for foreign export. These are syndicates who are luring depressed overseas Filipino workers by offering between 500,000 to 1,000,000 Php just to carry prohibited substances to other countries. 
 
4. Chinese syndicates: These are foreign syndicates in China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan that have several networks operating in the Philippines. They are also linked with Chinese businessmen in the Philippines to carry out manufacturing, distribution, and selling of prohibited substances all over the country. Most of these businessmen are also linked with Sinaloa cartel and Western African syndicates who are also operating in the Philippines. 
 
5. Involvement of public officials: The most humiliating part is the involvement of several public officials with cartels and syndicates. Public officials in various areas are tempted to earn more investments coming from selling, manufacturing and distributing these substances across the country and abroad. They protect syndicates operating in their respective local community. This is to prevent syndicates or cartel members to be caught under the watchful eyes of the police authorities. 
 
6. Police ninjas: These are corrupt police officers who are tempted reselling confiscated prohibited substances under their control. Police ninjas resell prohibited drugs to provide additional income to improve their socio-economic lifestyle. Corrupt police officials are also the main protectors of drug syndicates to prevent other officials to notice any suspicious activities that lead to their illegal operations across the country. 
 
7. Offshore laboratories: The Philippines is a vast archipelagic nation that is only second to Indonesia. However, the country does not have enough facilities to patrol its maritime waters. Only one was reported operating in the waters off-the-coast of Zambales province, responsible for distributing various illegal substances. Syndicates and cartels are very well-funded enough to install other floating laboratories all over the country to help with the manufacturing and distribution of illegal substances not only in the Philippines but also to nearby countries. 
 
*The present administration is set to prove its promise to eradicate the distribution, manufacturing, and the use of prohibited substances in just three to six months.

7 Interesting facts why Philippines has a very big illegal substance trade problem

The Philippines has an uncovered problem that is overwhelming the country's security systems, risking the safety of all residents and t...

Look: Garbage blankets the Manila Bay after typhoon Nida brought heavy rains in the Philippines

Manila Bay once again disturbs coastal communities after a pile of trash surfaced along its shores after Typhoon Nida visited the Philippines. The pile of garbage was seen floating all over the Manila Bay that is now creating a concern over the residents and businesses located near the area. The trash can be seen entirely along the coastlines of Manila Bay, covering the beautiful walkways of Roxas Boulevard. The scenario made an unpleasant look on the Bay that can further degrade the image of Metro Manila. 
 
Another problem is the awful smell that the trash brings along the coast of Manila Bay. All by-passers are disturbed by the odor that the garbage emits across the stretch of the Manila Bay's coastlines. The odor is unpleasant enough to cause allergic reactions to the upper respiratory tract for individuals who are suffering from a sensitive upper and lower respiratory tract. This is another concern because it can risk the health of all individuals who passes through the stretch of the Manila Bay. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sea of garbage is the new view overlooking the Manila Bay from Roxas Boulevard</td></tr>
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One of the main problems of the situation is that garbage collectors are still overwhelmed by the amount of trash that is still piling up along the coastlines of Manila Bay. Even if garbage collectors makes a full time trying to collect the pile of trash, another batch of trash are still floating towards the shores of Manila Bay. This makes it hard for the government employees, volunteers, and private volunteers to clear the area. 
 
Even days after the Typhoon, there are still several piles of garbage floating towards the shores of the Manila Bay area that are still concerning residents, business owners, and the authorities. Residents are also helping with the government officials to further eliminate piles of garbage materials that are covering the shores of Manila Bay. However, the problem is still a very challenging scenario because the garbage never goes away from the shores of Manila Bay. 
 
Garbage collectors from other parts of Metro Manila were called through the initiative of Manila Mayor's office, City of Pasay, City of Navotas, and other parts of Metro Manila to help with the collection of garbage from the Manila Bay. Nearby provinces such as Bulacan and Cavite were also prompted by the authorities in Manila to help with the elimination of garbage from the Manila Bay. Authorities believe that the pile of trash that are coming through the stretch of Manila coastline could slow down after few days while there is no new tropical disturbance that will hit the area. 
 
Causes of garbage pile up in the Manila Bay 
 
1. Effects of Typhoon Nida: The Coriolis effect of typhoons in the northern hemisphere makes circulating storms to rotate in a counter-clockwise direction. Since Typhoon Nida came from the east then moves towards the west, the circulation of the storm is causing the wind to flow from the open sea towards the eastern shores of Manila Bay. All garbage thrown by the northern and southern shores of Manila Bay will go towards the eastern shores of Metro Manila, causing to pile up a sea of floating trash. 
 
2. Poor sanitary discipline: This is one of the major problems of residents living across the stretch of Manila Bay. Residents including several businesses dump their wastes towards the Manila Bay, causing a significant environmental concern to Manila Bay's ecological integrity. Poor disciplinary action towards the treatment of sanitary treatments by residents contributes with the piling of garbage towards the Manila Bay. 
 
3. Sewerages across the Manila Bay: Another problem is the existence of sewerage facilities that dumps garbage and other hazardous waste materials towards that body of water. Most businesses and residents across Metro Manila and nearby provinces linked their canals that dump wastes that can go further towards rivers and then through the Manila Bay. 
 
4. Lack of garbage collection facilities: The Philippines is still experiencing problems when it comes to funding numerous facilities to collect garbage across the country. As a concern, lack of wastes being left behind, unable to be collected by the authorities responsible for maintaining the sanitation of the community. There are just a few trucks, waterway cleaning facilities, and other environmental facilities that should have been ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the community. 
 
Major effects of garbage in the Manila Bay 
 
1. Environmental impact: This is the most concerning issue when it comes to garbage build up in the Manila Bay. These garbages can easily wipe out any living organisms thriving within its waterways that should have been an important source of food supply for other organisms. When organisms are gone, it could create an imbalance with the ecological integrity of the environment to sustain food supply, better environmental atmosphere, and safety for the remaining organisms. 
 
2. Health hazards: Foul smell coming from the garbage is an indicative sign that you are inhaling a toxic chemical released by the trash. It can cause a respiratory risk or hazard that might cause your body to suffer from upper respiratory tract irritation and eventually infection build up. Your skin will be injured as there are sharp objects that might cause abrasions or irritations. In addition, punctured wounds from a very sharp object could integrate harmful microorganism that might cause infections to your body. 
 
3. Economic hazards: Government authorities usually allocates a significant amount of funds to activate more garbage collection activities that will eliminate wastes. They will pay for the labor for these employees, the facilities that will be used, and the energy source used by the vehicles that will power them to collect garbage from the Manila Bay. Funds that should have been allocated for feeding program or construction of new infrastructure will now be used for the garbage collection activities. 
 
Residents, Businesses are advised to practice waste segregation and proper disposal seriously to prevent harmful impacts that can be brought about by the piling of waste materials in the Manila Bay.

Look: Garbage blankets the Manila Bay after typhoon Nida brought heavy rains in the Philippines

Manila Bay once again disturbs coastal communities after a pile of trash surfaced along its shores after Typhoon Nida visited the Philippin...

Former Miss Universe Jamaica 2011 Shakira Martin tragically passed away

Miss Universe Jamaica 2011 Shakira Martin passed away peacefully in a hospital in Florida on August 2, 2016. Shakira's close friend, Laura Butler confirmed her tragic case to the public after she died in the hospital. Laura is deeply devastated by her friend's passing away at a young age. Laura said that she is a very cheerful woman with a kind heart and understanding personality while she was still alive. She was 30 years old. 
 
Shakira died due to the complication of Sickle cell anemia, which is a blood-related disorder affecting the red blood cells of the body. Miss Martin was on a life-support for several days before eventually giving her body up to the creator this 2nd of August, 2016. Martin's family and friends were grieving on her death, following her battle in a life-threatening scenario that affected her life, career, and health. The whole Martin family members are now setting up for Shakira's funeral services after her body will be departing from the hospital. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Former Miss Universe Jamaica 2011 Shakira Martin</td></tr>
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Aside from Shakira's close family, friends, and relatives, Jamaica is also offering their condolences to Shakira's bereaved family. Jamaica is also devastated by the news that one of their citizen that bannered their country to a certain international event had tragically died from a deadly disease. Shakira's death is a considered as a big loss to the nation, which is one of the few who dedicated their lives to banner the country. 
 
Shakira's mother, Andrea Hall stated that Sickle cell disease should not be taken for granted as it is a very serious disease. As based on her social media account in Facebook that Jamaicans, Americans, and other race should seriously test themselves for a hereditary blood disease test. If your parents or family have had a history of the disease, it is better for you to see your doctor before you will be the next victim of the disease. 
 
Andrea Hall praised her daughter for being an advocate for Sickle Cell anemia. Shakira was an active member of a Sickle Cell foundation in Jamaica, which helps citizens suffering from Sickle cell disease. However, Shakira is no longer present to further continue her advocacy for the Sickle cell foundation to push through with their advocacy. Hundreds of members from the Sickle cell foundation in Jamaica pledged condolences to Shakira, her family, and relative for their loss of a woman who is indeed an ambassadress of a certain humanitarian cause. 
 
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Shakira's video tribute during Miss Universe 2011 interview</div>
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Shakira Martin represented Jamaica in Miss Universe 2011. She flew to Rio de Janeiro to compete against 89 ladies from around the world for hoping to clinch a title for Jamaica. 
 
Prior to being a pageant representative for Jamaica, Shakira was a pre-school teacher, who has a passion for educating children to empower their minds and skills to have promising leaders for the next generation. 
 
Shakira was also known as a commercial model for several brands featured in magazines, television commercials, and print media. Martin flew Canada, Haiti, USA, Brazil, and other parts of Latin America to promote her endorsed products as well as promoting Jamaican brands overseas. 
 About Sickle cell disease 
 
Sickle cell disease is a hereditary disease. It is a group of red blood cell disorder that are inherited from an infected parent. This can be your parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, or to other past generations. 
 
Patients suffering from a sickle-cell disease have a variety of sickled red blood cells. From the normal semi-donut-shaped appearance, sickle red blood cells appear letter C. All hemoglobins are affected when a person is suffering from a sickle cell anemia. 
 
When red blood cells are sickled, these abnormal cells piles up to a certain part of an organ, clogging the flow of blood products. A severe case of sickle cell anemia just like the case of Shakira causes multiple organ failures as well as having a very low oxygen saturation to the blood that is very dangerous to other vital organs of the body.

Former Miss Universe Jamaica 2011 Shakira Martin tragically passed away

Miss Universe Jamaica 2011 Shakira Martin passed away peacefully in a hospital in Florida on August 2, 2016. Shakira's close friend, La...

Miss Earth USA 2016 Carrin Stellakis is now crowned to represent the United States for Miss Earth 2016

Miss Earth United States 2016 was crowned last August 1, 2016. She is set to compete to Miss Earth  2016 beauty pageant that will be held in the Philippines later this year. She is Miss Corrin Stellakis, which hopes to clinch the first-ever Miss Earth crown for her country, the United States of America. She will have to prepare at least three to four months in order to further shape her skills before going to the Philippines for Miss Earth 2016. 
 
Miss Earth United States 2016 eas held in Washington, DC, United States. The pageant was televised at Next TV network in the United States, which is a lifestyle network. The event was organized by Miss Earth United States 2016 national director Catherine Constantinides. Catherine is responsible for screening and then organizing Miss Earth United States, which is a separate national pageant that will send delegates for Miss Earth 2016 in the Philippines. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Miss Earth United States 2015 Corrin Stellakis</td></tr>
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The pageant was attended by the incumbent Miss Earth winner, Angelia Ong from the Philippines who won Miss Earth 2016 in Vienna, Austria. Miss Earth England 2016 Louissa Burton also attended the event as one of the special guest to grace the new winners of Miss Earth USA 2016. The pageant was the 12th edition of Miss Earth United States and it is the first edition for Miss US Earth Productions. 
 
Corrin Stellakis is not new to the pageant world as other consider her as a veteran for joining previous pageants. At first attempt, she joined Miss Jr. Oz in 2012 and won the pageant that gave her confidence to further advance her competitiveness in pageantry. This was when she realized that she has the potential to continue her experience and journey to excel in the world of pageantry. Corrin represented New York for Miss Teen 2014 national beauty pageant. Unfortunately, she went unplaced during that competition. 
 
Previous failures never halted Corrin's motivation to try another luck in the world of pageantry. She joined Miss World America in 2015. She represented the State of New York during that event. Corrin made it to top 12 semi-finalist of the pageant. But unfortunately, she lost to Miss Missouri's Victoria Mendoza to Win Miss World America 2015. 
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On the following year, Corrin once again joined Miss Earth New York 2016 and then eventually won to represent the state for Miss Earth United States 2016. Miss Stellakis travelled to Washington D.C. to compete for the national pageant and won. She is now the first ever winner of Miss Earth United States 2016 under the new management of Miss Earth United States productions who is responsible for managing delegates to compete for Miss Earth 2016. 
 
Pageant fans and critics made a promising optimism about the chances of Corrin Stellakis for Miss Earth 2016. This time, the United States sent a very competitive delegate to vye for Miss Earth 2016 that will be held somewhere in the Philippines. There is a big possibility that she can be the first woman from the United States to win Miss Earth and to be the successor of Angelia Ong from the Philippines. 
 
Corrin's read head beauty is a unique feature that a candidate possess to a beauty pageant competition. She easily made numerous positive comments from pageant analysts from around the world. This will be one of her main tool to increase her chances of winning the competition this year. 
 
Her experience is also another factor to consider as a delegate who is willing to further improve her skills in the field of beauty pageantry. She has a strong stage presence, which is a major consideration for a certain pageant that can easily caught the attention of both the judges and spectators of the pageant. 
 
Last year, Brittany Payne was Miss Earth Water 2015. She was the predecessor of Miss Earth United States 2016 Corrin Stellakis. Miss Earth Water is comparable to a 2nd runner-up in a certain beauty pageant. Corrin hopes that she can place higher than her predecessor. 
 
Miss Earth United States Air is Mae-ann Webb from South Carolina. Miss Earth United States Water 2016 is Devin Boyd from Louisiana. Miss Earth United States Fire 2016 is Kesha Clark representing Southwest United States community. 
 
Top 10 Finalists 
 
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<li>Florida: Mikhaila Leinbach</li>
<li>Maryland: Yashvi Aware</li>
<li>Mississippi: Brandy Jarvis</li>
<li>Missouri: Katelunne Cox</li>
<li>Texas: Vanessa Pacheco</li>
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Top 15 Semi-finalists</div>
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<li>California: Trisha Bantique</li>
<li>Colorado: Jenna Frazier</li>
<li>Iowa: McKenna Thatcher</li>
<li>Kentucky: Katie Himes</li>
<li>Northeast: Kyanna Lewis</li>
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Top 20 Quarterfinalists</div>
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<li>Connecticut: Sabrina Cammarata</li>
<li>District of Columbia: Shawna Melvin</li>
<li>Illinois: Jenna Mills</li>
<li>Indiana: Alexandra Syndram</li>
<li>New Jersey: Lisa Green </li>
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Miss Earth USA 2016 Carrin Stellakis is now crowned to represent the United States for Miss Earth 2016

Miss Earth United States 2016 was crowned last August 1, 2016. She is set to compete to Miss Earth 2016 beauty pageant that will be held i...

6 Shocking problems that is now affecting 2016 Rio Summer Olympics this August

Rio De Janeiro in Brazil is now expecting its historic hosting of 2016 Olympics. Brazil was chosen via a unanimous decision by the Olympic Committee who voted for a new venue to host the most important sporting event in the world. Cities around Brazil is expected to accommodate professional athletes from around the world to compete against other athletes to win a medal for their countries in this month. Brazil is set to show the world that they can host one of the biggest events in sporting history. 
 
The Brazilian government allocated billions of dollars worth of funding to construct facilities needed to accommodate athletes from around the world. Brazilian's transportation, communications, budget, economic, tourism, environmental, health, public works department teamed up with private sectors to make Olympics hosting successful this August. Government agencies coordinated with each other to build several bridges, railways, roads, structures, sporting venues, and other sporting facilities to ensure that the event becomes one of the most successful in Brazil's history. 
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Brazil is currently experiencing an economic crisis due to political, social, and economic scandals that affect macro and microeconomic structures in the country. The crisis catapulted Brazilians and lawmakers expelled President Rousseff due to a failure of balancing the country's worsening economic situation. 
 
As a country in crisis, Brazil is hopeful that their hosting of the Olympics this August will be the answer to their economic problems. Numerous businesses have already pledged their business operations in various parts of the country to cater tourists and athletes who will be flocking the area to compete. There will be an intermittent rise with tourist arrivals that can contribute to the ailing economy in Brazil. This will boost more jobs and business ventures that will help regain the country's economic woes during the course of the Olympics. 
 
However, there are problems that are now pressuring the Brazilian government this upcoming Olympics. Several infrastructures are still ongoing, fearing to fail serving tourists, residents, and athletes whenever they attend a certain sporting event. Brazil is having a triple time, trying to complete every project so that all facilities are operational before Olympics will start. Critics are doubtful about the efforts of the country's project managers due to their lack of immediate response to the problems affecting their hosting capability. 
 
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6 Shocking problems affecting the 2016 Rio Olympics this August</div>
 
1. Zika Virus Epidemic: Brazil has the highest number of cases impacted by the Zika virus across the country. The epidemic is a transmittable disease caused by a mosquito vector. Whenever it affects the human host, there is a significant health risk and threats to the nervous system. Zika virus produces a serious complication to the growing fetus inside a pregnant mother's uterus where it can cause microcephaly or shrunken head syndrome for newborn babies. Athletes and tourists fear that they might carry the virus and spread it in their hometown. 
 
2. Failure of completing several Olympic facilities: Rio de Janeiro is not the only place where construction of infrastructure is still ongoing. There are other places across the country that is now being pressured to complete these infrastructures just days before the Olympic starts. Due to country's economic dilemma, lack of funding to various facilities made a construction in a very slow pace. The country is now facing another problem on how to finish all facilities on time before the Olympic starts this August. 
 
3. Inconvenient accommodation facilities: Athletes from all over the world who already arrived early to the Rio city reported numerous complaints. Plumbing facilities in toilets and sinks were not properly constructed. There were reports of live wires in some rooms, risking the health and the safety of athletes. Lights were not properly installed and some rooms have no electricity, prompting the managers and athletes to proceed to hotels for better and safe accommodation. 
 
4. Dirty sewerage facilities: There are some water sports that are risking the health of athletes who will be competing in Rio. Dirty sewerage outlets are contaminating the waters that can be at risk for several respiratory, skin, and gastrointestinal problems for the athletes. The sewerage where waste materials are dumped mixes with the clean water where it can produce dangerous bacteria, virus, and parasites that can harm any individual who will be exposed to these substances. 
 
5. Rish of Heinous crimes: Brazil has one of the highest incidences of criminal activities, especially in urban areas where there are more concentrated communities living within the poverty line. There are athletes who reported to the authorities regarding lost phones, gadgets, money, and other valuable items inside their rooms. Athletes and the management team of a certain country that will stay at Rio city are warned for any possible similar incidents that might happen beyond their control over their safety and items. 
 
6. Air quality problems: Urban centers across Brazil are experiencing low-quality air pollution. International environmentalists are concerned that the air pollution can cause a significant risk to the health of tourists and athletes in key cities of Brazil. Pollutions are caused by numerous factories emitting smokes across the cities of Brazil, making the air risky for any human being to breath. This is in addition to the smoke belched by vehicles, household emissions, and smoking cigarettes. 
 
Additional challenge: 
*Language barrier: Locals across Brazil speaks Portuguese, which is their national dialect. Other locals speak Spanish, which can be a difficult challenge for tourists and athletes coming from Asia, Africa, and some European areas. Communication is a problem for most athletes competing in Brazil because they will be having a hard time translating their ideas before they will engage with locals in various areas of the country.

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Sponsors bought a Boeing plane and a Yacht for Miss Universe 2016 delegates to travel across the Philippines

Just days after the country officially announced that it will be hosting the 65th edition of Miss Universe, several Philippine politicians are now aggressively involved for the preparation of the pageant. Politicians already generated a significant amount of money from the private sector that is enough to buy a Boeing plane and a yacht. All expenses were generated from investors who are willing to help the Philippines to efficiently host Miss Universe beauty pageant. 
 
A former governor named Chavit Singson initiated the campaign to purchase vehicles for transportation to buy a plane and a yacht. He is happy that there are investors who are willing to offer everything to maximize their support for hosting Miss Universe pageant. Investors are proud to be involved with the hosting of the pageant event since it is a rare opportunity for the country to host one of the most prestigious beauty pageant events in the world. Singson is currently a councilor in his hometown somewhere in Luzon. 
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Buying a yacht and a Boeing plane is just the start of numerous sponsors that the Philippines can offer. There are numerous private companies who are also willing to donate and become new sponsors for the Miss Universe that will be held in the Philippines this coming January. Aside from these new facilities, the Philippines expects that there will be more facilities sponsored by various private sector groups. 
 
Banco De Oro already pledged as the official major sponsor for Miss Universe to fund numerous activities, charities, and events. SM Supermalls together with SM Prime Holdings also pledged their sponsorship with Miss Universe Organization to held special Miss Universe events. SM Mall of Asia Arena is the rumoured official venue for both the pre-pageant event and the coronation night for 65th edition of Miss Universe. Miss Universe Organization will never have any problems looking out for venues to held Miss Universe events and activities. 
 
The Okada Group pledged their allegiance with Miss Universe Organization together with the Department of Tourism. Okada's Entertainment City Manila is an entertainment complex that will accommodate Miss Universe 2016 delegates during their stay in the Philippines for at least three weeks. Okada Entertainment City Complex will be the official venues for Miss Universe delegates, members of Miss Universe Organization, and the Department of Tourism officials to stay during the pageant. 
 
The Boeing plane can accommodate more than 100 passengers. If the total delegates will exceed to 120, there will be no problem for the airline to accommodate more passengers as they travel across the Philippine archipelago. Miss Universe delegates can have the chance to fly all over the Philippines, including pageant organizers and even the sponsors. 
 
The purchased Yacht can also accommodate more than 100 passengers as they can traverse seas across the Philippines. Miss Universe delegates can also have the chance to visit some of the most spectacular beaches in the world that can only be visited in the Philippines. 
 
Miss Universe delegates will have the privilege to enjoy 7,500 islands of the Philippines, boosting the tourism sector of the country. Miss Universe media will also have the chance to cover several island destinations and key cities to showcase how beautiful the Philippines is. 
 
Department of Tourism Secretary Wanda Teo is happy to announce that there are more private sector entities who are offering their support for hosting Miss Universe beauty pageant. Private sectors wants to showcase the hosting of the Philippines as an opportunity to promote tourism in the country that could generate more jobs and revenues. 
 
International companies and investors are also offering their support by providing funds for hosting the Miss Universe event for the Philippines. They can offer a wide variety of sponsorship such as basic needs to support the delegates and the organizers of Miss Universe Organization. 
 
The Republic of the Philippines is seriously preparing for the pageant because this is a very big event that countries from around the world can see the beauty of the Philippines. The Department of Tourism, together with the private sectors are now conducting a feasibility study to select destinations, facilities, and charities that will be included with the hosting of Miss Universe. 
 
The Philippines is set to host the 65th edition of Miss Universe in January 30, 2016. This will be the country's 3rd hosting for the international beauty pageant. The last two pageants were held in the country in 1974 and 1994.

Sponsors bought a Boeing plane and a Yacht for Miss Universe 2016 delegates to travel across the Philippines

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Miss Teen USA 2016 winner Karie Hay draws shock due to her controversial racial slur tweets in 2013

Just days after her win as the new Miss Teen USA 2016, Karie Hay draws flak due to her controversial racial slur tweets in 2013. She is now under scrutiny after she made a repeated racially sensitive tweets towards her estranged friendship in her social media account. As she is currently celebrating her win as the new queen of the teens being crowned as Miss Teen USA 2016, she might be expecting legal or ethical consequences that might cause her the crown. 
 
As based on the history of her Tweets, she repeatedly published numerous racial slurs against the same person. Karie used the "N" word towards a variety of person whom she was having a conversation on her social media. The Twee was discovered being published on August 1, 2013. Her tweets made numerous disappointments from several fans, pageant enthusiasts, and supporters of Miss Teen USA organization. Her tweets could risk her current title as the reigning Miss USA 2016 because she might be in trouble due to her past irresponsible acts on her social media account. 
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Miss Teen USA 2016 is Karie Hay from Texas</td></tr>
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During that time, It may have seemed that Karie was just having a friendly conversation with some of her friends when she made jokes using the "N" word with some of her friends. The conversation was quite a regular talk with her friends. However, some of her friends seem not too comfortable with the way she repeatedly publich the same racial slur towards her friends on Twitter. 
 
There were various reactions that were observed from random social media accounts. On the positive side, netizens indicated their understadable nature of a young teenager whose actions are reflected by their emotions. However, their statements made by their published comments or tweets does not reflect their real personality. Some even stated that she was too young during that time that is why she used words that makes her believe as an expression to initiate jokes or funny comments with her friends on social media. 
 
On the negative side, Karie is still criticized due to her remarks towards other race as she is starting to be the center of discussion to various rights advocates. Many human rights activists find it hurtful that a certain beauty queen has had history for using racial slurs towards other individuals. Even though for her it was a joke, others find it very uncomfortable, especially for the African-Americans. This is because she represents a neo-supremacist view of a white American woman who views her race as the supreme race in the world. 
 
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Karie Hay's Tweet from a <a href="https://twitter.com/bitterrosebud/status/759622919819448320" target="_blank">Twitter</a> account</div>
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As an ambassadress having her past ethical issues revealed, she can be at risk for losing her crown. Her repeated racial slurs could spark a negative reaction to the whole African-American community. This is especially that she is of a Caucasian ethnicity. 
 
Pageant critics, analysts, and fans are now pressuring her to speak up about the latest controversy regarding her past Tweets for further explanation about the issue. 
 
Even if her defense claims that she is just joking around because the word was not used against anybody, she can still be at risk for losing her crown. A joke using a sensitive remark can always stimulate ethical controversies that could rip the hearts of her fans. 
 
As a title holder of a prestigious large pageant, a beauty queen might be at risk for being stripped off of her crown due to her irresponsible activities. Any irresponsible activities from either the past and the present reflect the person's image. This is because it shows that there is something inappropriate from the past that might cause a significant ethical concern to the person of interest. 
 
The Miss Universe Organization, who also handles both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA pageants is yet to comment regarding reigning Miss Teen USA 2016 Karie Hay's past Twitter remarks over her social media account. 
 
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and Miss USA 2016 Lakeisha Barber have not yet also commented about the issue due to their busy schedules arranged by the Miss Universe Organization.

Miss Teen USA 2016 winner Karie Hay draws shock due to her controversial racial slur tweets in 2013

Just days after her win as the new Miss Teen USA 2016, Karie Hay draws flak due to her controversial racial slur tweets in 2013. She is now...

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