Chief Executive-elect John Lee Ka-chiu said he “looks forward to starting a new chapter” in Hong Kong while pledging to unite the city and preserve its international status as an open, vibrant and more competitive financial hub bridging China and the world. ``I look forward to all of us starting a new chapter together, building a Hong Kong that is caring, open and vibrant. And a Hong Kong that is full of hope, opportunities and harmony,'' Lee said in his victory speech. Lee said the housing issue will be given priority, which has already been stated in his manifesto, including boosting speed, efficiency and quantity, as well as streamlining procedures. "This is a real demonstration of democratic spirit," the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office said.

THE competing church endorsements of political candidates do not bode well for secularism, the bedrock of democratic rights and freedoms. In contrast, the Catholic church is generally apolitical, although it influences public policies regardless of who sits as president. For all his and his family's faults, Mr. Marcos, the candidate, is not without virtues. Besides, supporters of Mr. Marcos dispute the allegations against him, and experts have provided context and corrected false impressions. As such, the Catholic clergy might be out of touch with their flock.

Cheung Chau welcomed large crowds on Sunday coming to buy Ping On buns, which means safe and peaceful in Chinese, as Buddha's Birthday met Mother's Day. According to the Sun Ferry, some 4,600 passengers had traveled from Central to Cheung Chau between 8am and noon on Sunday, a surge of about 23 percent over the same period last year. Some said they came to the island to relax as the Covid-19 pandemic faded away, plus today is the Buddha's Birthday and Mother's Day. Although this year's bun scrambling competition was canceled again due to the pandemic, many ritual activities and distributions of Ping On buns continued as usual. Many visitors went to enjoy the traditional festival vibe and buy Ping On buns, hoping their families could stay safe after eating them.

MANILA, Philippines — Two ranking government officials have lauded three term senator Loren Legarda for her valuable contributions in the provision of free college education and legal assistance to millions of Filipinos. “Now, 1.6 million students no longer pay for tuition and miscellaneous fees in more than 200 universities. With education champions like Loren Legarda it can be done,” he stressed. For her part, PAO chief Acosta credited Legarda for her unwavering support to the delivery of justice, especially in defense of indigent litigants. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy PolicyRead Next

The importance of intensifying vigilance against cyberattacks starts with enhancing the learning capacity of Filipinos on cybersecurity. This highlights the importance of intensifying vigilance against cyberattacks, which starts with enhancing the learning capacity of Filipinos on cybersecurity. The global cybersecurity solution provider leverages its practitioners to be the mentors in its highly relevant industry- and workplace-centric learning system. Mondejar added, "The passion for bringing cybersecurity learning doesn't stop there. "Nexusguard Academy is not only planning to impart information security and cybersecurity skills enhancement but will also be offering coding for children in 2022.

KATHMANDU—Eleven Nepali climbers reached the top of Mount Everest on Saturday, the first of hundreds of climbers expected to summit the world’s highest mountain from its southern approach in the coming weeks. Among them was Kami Rita Sherpa, who extended his own record as the person with the most Everest summits. “Now the road has opened for other climbers to summit Everest, we will see teams move up in the coming days,” said Mingma Sherpa of Seven Summit Treks, which led the rope-fixing team. Mingma Sherpa added that Kami Rita Sherpa “has reached the summit for the 26th time, making a new record”. RELATED STORIESAn Everest season like no otherNepali climber dies on Mount EverestCanadian climber dies on Nepal’s Mount ManasluUnafraid but cautious: climbers return to Everest after COVID-19 closureSubscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address.

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He spoke the rough language of the people which some despised, but his achievements speak louder than his words. These are just two of the many tangible and generational gains due to Duterte's independent foreign policy. At the same time, President Duterte increased the salaries for public teachers, nurses, police and soldiers, all before the pandemic. One-stop service centers, an OFW bank, an OFW hospital were established, and OFW and Housing now have functioning departments. The Filipino fishermen report they are able to fish peacefully in recent years and have reported record catches.

PARIS — France’s Emmanuel Macron was sworn in for his second term as president on Saturday, promising to lead the country with a “new method” as his political rivals kicked off campaigning for next month’s legislative election. He did not outline any new policy proposals, but highlighted the threat posed by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the global environmental crisis. Hollande, who threw his support behind Macron in the April 24 second-round vote, told reporters after the ceremony that Macron could not afford to reproduce the “methods of yesterday”. Le Pen herself is resting in the countryside and will be back early next week, her campaign team said. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy PolicyRead Next

The Secretary for Security inspected the security arrangements in the vicinity of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) to ensure the Chief Executive Election be conducted in a safe and orderly manner. Chris Tang Ping-keung accompanied by the Hong Kong Police Force's Regional Commander (Hong Kong Island) Kwok Pak-chung, and Deputy Regional Commander (Hong Kong Island) Lam Hung-chuen toured outside the HKCEC and the nearby area and learnt about Police's deployment, security and traffic arrangements. Tang also met the disciplined services officers on duty nearby and gave them words of encouragement. "The election today is of great significance for Hong Kong as it is the first Chief Executive Election after the electoral system was improved and the principle of 'patriots administering Hong Kong' was implemented," Tang said. Tang concluded the visit by inspecting the operation of the Emergency Monitoring and Support Centre of the Security Bureau activated today and was briefed by the personnel on the latest situation of the polling day and relevant contingency plans.

MANILA, Philippines — The Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) on Saturday endorsed the presidential candidacy of Vice President Leni Robredo and the vice-presidential bid of Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio. The joint statement was signed by MNLF Chairman Muslimin Sema, and MILF Chairman Al Haj Murad Ebrahim. As such, the MILF and the MNLF leaderships support her candidacy,” the groups said. “Nonetheless, the primacy of the peace process and of the Bangsamoro people is compelling enough for the MILF and MNLF to be unequivocal on the choice of presidency,” it added. The Moro resistance groups, which include the MILF and the MNLF, were formed during the martial law era to defend the Moro people from military abuses.

TUGUEGARAO CITY — Two people were killed after a motorcycle caught fire after being hit by a truck in Enrile town in Cagayan province Saturday afternoon, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said. Fire protection officials have yet to identify the charred bodies of the motorcycle passengers who were thrown to a grassy lot after the head-on collision with the truck in Barangay (village) Roma Norte few minutes past noontime. ADVERTISEMENTThe driver of the truck was not mentioned in the report but according to the BFP, the driver suffered minor wounds. A follow-up probe is ongoing to determine the cause of the accident while the truck driver is being treated at a hospital. /MUFRead Next

MANILA, Philippines — Following are some of the highlights of the final week of the presidential campaign of some of the candidates. We will just be happy after the election because our candidate won … and jeer at our neighbors whose candidates lost. It’s amazing that under one administration, our debt ballooned to P12 trillion from P6 million [at the end of the previous administration]. I was not the only one who gave it my all, you did, too. As long as we did not resort to evil tactics … we can leave it up to God.” (Addressing her kakampinks experiencing election anxiety)—KRIXIA SUBINGSUBINGRead Next

But finally, Mother's Day tomorrow, May 9 will again be one for the books. The restaurant presents a special Mother's Day ala carte menu available for lunch and dinner until May 10. Celebrate Mother's Day weekend with a fun family getaway and book their well- appointed guest rooms and suites. Celebrate Mother's Day in the most special way by treating your moms to choice pieces offered by Cebuana Lhuillier's Mother's Day Jewelry Sale. On Mother's Day, the all-you-can-eat feast is priced at P2,250 with unlimited soda, iced tea, or chilled juices.

A member of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Friday also questioned the move made on April 26 by Regional Election Director Ray Sumalipao which was approved by Comelec Chair Saidamen Pangarungan. ‘Constructive dismissal’The nine election officers wrote Pangarungan on April 28 asking him to reconsider their reassignment to the Office of the Provincial Election Supervisor. They said the move “constitutes a constructive dismissal” as they would not be able to perform their duties as poll officers. Worse, they were to be replaced by lower ranking election assistants, some of whom do not have civil service eligibility and had no poll work experience. “Absent any ground to disqualify us from serving as election officers, we firmly believe that we can meet the demands required by the job and respond to any election-related exigencies,” the election officers said.