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LP pagod nang habulin si Poe : Tinigil na ng Liberal Party (LP) ang panunuyo kay Sen. upang maging running mate ni Interior secretary Mar Roxas para sa 2016 elections. Sinabi ni Senate President at LP Chair na tiyak na ang pagtakbo bilang pangulo ni Poe. “Sen. Grace Poe is already a candidate for president. The writings are on the wall. She will run. So we prepare and complete our slate for 2016, including the senators. So I will ask our acting party president, Secretary (Jun) Abaya, to convene the council,” pahayag ni Drilon. Bukod kay Poe ay pinagpipilian din ng LP sina Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos at Camarines Sur Rep. ngunit kapwa na nila tinanggihan ang alok ng partido.—PSN

Clarkson’s FIBA Asia stint up to Lakers coaches MANILA: The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas remained hopeful Fil-Am NBA player Jordan Clarkson MANILA: Filipino children stand in front of a mural at the school courtyard as they wait for their afternoon classes in Manila on will be able to join Gilas Thursday. Children in the suffer from “sub-Saharan levels” of malnutrition that stunts growth in a people who have tra- Pilipinas in its campaign ditionally been considered short because of genetics, a campaign group said. —AFP in the 2015 FIBA Asia Championship slated Sept. 23-Oct. 3 in Changsha, . “It’s still PH children stunted by malnutrition: Welfare report a work in progress but MANILA: Children in the Philippines suffer from out of shame that they cannot feed them,” Parawan the world’s worst affected nation. with better clarity,” said “sub-Saharan levels” of malnutrition that stunts told AFP. “Because ‘shortness’ is considered a racial Manila’s own surveys in 2014 showed one in 10 SBP vice chairman Ricky growth in a people who have traditionally been trait, it is not seen as a serious concern (but) stunt- Filipino families lived in extreme poverty — defined Vargas after a meeting Clarkson considered short because of genetics, a campaign ing is more than just being short, it impacts chil- as earning 41 pesos (88 US cents) or less a day — with Los Angeles Lakers group said Thursday. dren’s future because it hinders physical and mental Save the Children added. One in four Filipino chil- team president Jeanie Although economic growth has surged in recent growth,” Parawan told a news conference. Data col- dren sometimes skipped meals, and as many as 1.5 Buss and general manager Mitch Kupchak in LA. years, chronic malnutrition means the country has lated by Save the Children showed Filipino men million sometimes went a whole day without a sin- Vargas said the Lakers officials have no objection for more stunted children than Ethiopia or the were on average five feet, three inches (1.6 metres) gle meal, the group said. “These figures are sub- Clarkson to play for the national team on a long-term Republic of Congo, the Save the Children Fund said tall, one of the shortest in Southeast Asia, he said. Saharan Africa levels of malnutrition,” said Ned program. But a stint by Clarkson in the forthcoming in a new report. “The assumption has always been Men in the 10-member Association fo Southeast Olney, Save the Children’s country director, adding Asian meet is subject to the approval of “the Lakers that are just genetically short but what we Asia bloc are, on average, an inch taller, with little improvement has been seen in recent years. coaches” since it will run in conflict with the Lakers’ actually see now are generations of stunted and Singaporean and Thai males the tallest at about five He urged the government to implement meas- media day on Sept. 28 and the Lakers’ training camp in malnourished children,” said Amado Parawan, the feet, seven inches, Parawan said. The global average ures to ensure children are well-fed, especially in Hawaii on September 29-October 7. In the Asian meet, group’s health and nutrition adviser. for men is five feet six inches, he said. the first 1,000 days after birth. Failure to address October 1-3 is set for the quarterfinals, semifinals and About one in three children under five years of International studies have showed the malnutrition will lead to many physically and men- final. “They requested some time to talk to the Lakers age is suffers from stunting said the charity. Philippines has the ninth largest proportion tally impaired people, hurting economic growth, coaches,” said Vargas — “Sometimes, the families may hide such children of stunted children, the group said. India is Olney warned. —AFP SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2015 2

Healthy living, fitness enthusiasts group revived KUWAIT: A non-profit and mentoring fitness ters ZIN Sam Malit, a personal trainer, Aby eign embassy staff and Mrs. Ida Pelaud, the grooves and moves by Jam Red, Zin Aby group, The Gym Team, re-launched its Friday Dado, youngest ZIN (Zumba Instructor wife of the General Manager of Radisson Blu Dado and will feature Ms. Ga-See Marie of morning ‘lifestyle’ at the Chai Al-Daha Network) certified instructor, ZIN Janice Hotel, who herself is a mentor of healthy liv- Rush Gym and fitness enthusiast Albert Pinos. Ballroom of the Radisson Blu Hotel, this time Capili, from Pilates and More, ZIN Blanche ing and fitness enthusiast, different gyms, The Gym team will also be collaborating with with more dynamic fitness instructors, Bravo of Holiday Inn Salmiyah with the latest hotels and Filipino groups in the country. the incoming projects of The Fitness Zumba enthusiasts and guests. The team is Zumba moves and Genie Apolinario of Ms. Next Friday class will feature ZIN Sam Malit Professionals of Kuwait and Body Builders being led by four highly competent presen- Flex. The Friday event was attended by for- with High Intensity Interval Workout, Latin Committee.

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RUGBII organizes ‘Outreach Program’

KUWAIT: Reformed and United Guardians Brotherhood International Inc (RUGBII), Lord of Defenders (Kuwait Chapter) recently organized ‘Pangkabuhayan Outreach Program’ for runway house- maids temporarily sheltered at the embassy in Hateen. The event showcased various activities from hair style, fashion and accessory making to cooking and pageantry. Atty Shiena Tesorero, Embassy Vice Consul welcomed the group at the shelter and thanked them for their support at Assistance to the Nationals Unit (ATNU) services/generosity. Reformed and United Guardians Brotherhood Inc Jleeb Chapter is being supervised by Genaro Cantal (FRMG Gener), under founder Bro Ali Alajmi. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2015 5

POLO organizes OLEP 3

KUWAIT: The Philippine Embassy with The Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) organizes third On-Site Labor program (OLEP) at the grand ballroom of the Radisson Blu Hotel last Friday. The event discussed various programs of labor laws of Kuwait and the Philippines to help prevent labor related disputes amongst workers and employers. The ev ent was spearheaded by Philippine Labor Attaché to Kuwait Atty. Cesar Chavez attended by various leaders of the community including Philippine Ambassador to Kuwait Renato Pedro Villa. Other embassy officials also discussed matters like ‘Balik Mangagawa on Line and POLO services led by Assistant Labor Attaché Angelita Narvaez, Welfare Officer Nestor Burayag also discussed ‘On-Site case management and handling of Visa 20’, Assistance to the Nationals Unit services was discussed by Vice Consul Atty Shiena Tesorero, Social Security services Juan Eribal Jr, Pag Ibig Fund by Mac Khalil. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2015 6 ‘Burger & Karak’ one-day tourney, a huge success KUWAIT: Filipino Badminton Club (FBC) is over- whelmed on the successful outcome of its First Burger & Karak One Day Tournament held at Kuwait Disabled Sports Club, Bin Khaldoun Hawalli, on Friday. Players from different bad- minton group participated in the said tourna- ment especially from FBAA, Indonesian Badminton Club, Hapi PIPOL and IBAK. The tour- nament lasted until 6pm with the distribution of p rizes.

List of winners: Advance Level Champion- Moo Elkhayat & Mohammed Nasser 1st runner up- Agis Efendi & Anto Yunis Intermediate Level Champion - Shameer Mohammed & NasserVaya Valappil 1st Runner up Hanofi Afrianto & IyangSumarna Novice Level Champion - Benito Padura & Jhelson De Guzman 1st Runner up Jeanette Tantionco & Johny Padernal Beginner Level Champion - Ailyn Borcena & Gerald Sampang 1st runner up - Gerby Punzalan & Divine Punzalan. FBC would like to express its appreciation to their supporters and sponsors namely Burger & Karak, DAIRY QUEEN and Travel Club. FBC Chairman Dr. Chie Umandap is inviting all badminton enthusi- asts to join its 60th regular tournament that will start on June 11. For more information visit their website at www.fbckpi.com or call 97197268 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2015 7 Stephen Curry says he’s coming back to Manila for sure MANILA: Stephen Curry has just started his “UA Roadshow” tour in Manila and he already announced that he would definitely return. Curry arrived yesterday morning as part of his Asian tour for global sports brand Under Armour and the NBA superstar was overwhelmed with the love he’s been getting from -crazy Filipinos. “This is my first time [in Manila] and it won’t be my last time. I’m coming back for sure,” Curry said during his press conference at Raffles Hotel in to the delight of his fans. The 27-year-old Curry flew in from for the first stop of his tour and will be in three cities in China at the tail end of it. But the reigning MVP said his time so far in Manila since he arrived around 11 a.m. has been the most memorable so far. “This whole day so far [has been the most memo- MANILA: National Basketball Association (NBA) Golden State Warriors 2014-2015 season MVP Stephen Curry waves to the rable],” he said. “I’ve been looking forward to coming crowd during a press conference in Manila yesterday. Curry started his three-nation (Japan, China and Philippines) Under here ever since we planned this trip.” Armour Asia tour to promote the company’s limited edition basketball shoes, “UA Curry II”. —AFP Gilas defeats USA for fifth Jones Cup win

MANILA: It may not have been the Dream Philippines in the fourth quarter with 3 Team, but Gilas Pilipinas got the job done straight baskets to give Gilas a 74-66 lead. against USA Select-Overtake with a victory, 78- Dondon Hontiveros, who had scored 11 74, yesterday at the 37th in points in overtime the night before in a win Taipei, Taiwan. The win raises Philippines to 5-2 over a New Zealand squad, iced the game with one game remaining in the tournament with two free throws with 2.35 seconds while USA drops to 3-4. remaining, followed by another pair from Gilas, which was without point guards Abueva after a foul on an inbounds pass. USA Terrence Romeo and , relied on had one final trick up its sleeve after a full- Matt Ganuelas-Rosser and to court pass that was alley-ooped in taps style bring the ball up the court. by Cory Bradford. provided a spark of energy early on, scoring Gilas will wrap up their play at the Jones 10 points in the first half alone. Cup on Sunday against Chinese-Taipei B at 1 Veteran Sonny Thoss came alive for the pm. —.com

MANILA: The Philippines’ Phil Younghusband, left, vies for the ball with Ashad Ali of the Maldives during the international friendly soccer match between the Philippines and the Maldives, Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015 at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila, Philippines. The Philippines won 2-0. —AP Stephen Curry says he’s coming back to Manila for sure

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18th GCC All Filipino Bowling Tour at Dubai Philippine Bowling Association in Kuwait to compete By Nataniel V Laxamana

KUWAIT: The Philippine Bowling Association in Kuwait (PBAK) bowlers will compete in the 18th GCC All Filipino Bowling Tour which will be held at Dubai International Bowling Center in Dubai, UAE slated on September 7- 12, 2015. The participating countries are Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates with twenty seven (27) Men’s team and twelve (12) ladies team. The GCC AFBT is an annual event for the Filipino bowlers working and living in the Gulf region whose objective is to foster clos- er relationship and camaraderie which are the focal points in achieving unity and soli- darity not only for the bowlers but for the entire OFWS. The PBAK delegation to Dubai includes two teams from Men comprised of Francisco Andaya, Dan Montano, Ferdinand Saliba, Edie Mendoza, Ronnel Mendoza, Ruidy de Lima, Kevin Andaya, Roque Gamba, Lito Mercado, Teodorico Tizon, Angelito Michael and Antonio Zuleta and for the Ladies team composed of Hermilina Andaya, Alma Turley, Sonia Mathews, Jackelyn Guitang, Marissa de Guzman and Marjorie Mercado. Other delegation members are Perla Montano, Angie Bush, Krestylle Andaya and Kian Andaya as supporters, Rudy de Lima as coor- dinator and Lito Mercado the delegation head. Jackets for the entire delegation was given by the good Samaritan Mr. and Mrs. Dan and Perla Montano while the uniforms was provided by UAE Exchange, Gulf Air, Cozmo and Fitness First Kuwait. The contin- gent will be leaving today at 5:00 PM. Hosted by the Dubai Filipino Bowling Club through Dante Herras-Organizing Committee Chairman, July Perez- Tournament Director and Elsie Marcial- Overall GCC AFBT Coordinator game format are Team, Trio, Doubles, Single, Masters and Overall championship both for Mens and Ladies division. A total of 100,000 AED with trophies and medals awaits the champions, firsts runner up and second runners up and 5000 AED for perfect game. As per the events program, the Welcome Banquet & Fellowship Night, simultaneous with the delegation heads and team man- agers meeting will be held at 5-Star Crown Plaza in Dubai-Deira on September 7, 2015. Theme of the Night is “Filipiniana” where and Filipina dress will be strictly observed and best dressed “couple” of the night will be selected and to receive a surprised gift from the host country. The entire PBAK Executive Board and members wish the best of luck and bring home the beacon.