When launching a sexy star, there are two things the audience watch out for — can she do the sexy scenes with aplomb? And will she give an acting worth the praise? Cloe Barreto is every inch a star in her launching film “Silab” from 3:16 Productions. And if there’s one thing that Cloe will always remember about her launching film, it’s her bonding with film director Joel Lamangan. “We have a happy set. Every shooting day is a bonding day. I enjoyed working with direk Joel,” said Cloe of her director whom she first worked with in “Anak ng Macho Dancer.” The aspiring young actress is having a grand time as she awaits the release of her launching film. While she has always dreamed of becoming an actress even as a young girl, it is only now that she’s taking it seriously and wants to make acting a career. “I can’t say if I will be acting forever but for now, I want to make good in my acting career and hopefully, be recognized as a good actress.” Among her screen idols are ... » Learn More about Meet new sexy star, Cloe Barreto
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The crest condo review: Giant pool + bigger than usual units
Our verdict: 77 per cent Unit efficiency 3.5/5 Unit size 4/5 Quality of fittings 4/5 Design 3/5 Variety of facilities 4.5/5 Quality of facilities 4/5 Surrounding amenities 3.5/5 Developer 4.5/5 Transport links 3.5/5 Driving accessibility 4/5 Upkeep of property 4/5 Price point 3.5/5 The Crest offers buyers a chance to own a home in a central location while enjoying unblocked views, but it's not exactly the most affordable option out there. What we like What we don't like Big pool 11-min walk to mrt Good facilities Could do with more deck chairs Bigger than usual units Project: The Crest District: 03 Address: Prince Charles Crescent Tenure: 99-year Leasehold No. of Units: 469 Site Area: 256,026 sqft Developer: Wingcrown Investment Pte Ltd TOP: 2017 ‘Life peaks at the top’. Now that’s a slogan that befits The Crest in more ways than one. Before I go into greater detail ... » Learn More about The crest condo review: Giant pool + bigger than usual units
Global Times: US plots ‘industry stifling’ in Xinjiang, this time targets solar energy industry
FIRST it was cotton; now it's Xinjiang's solar panels that are being targeted. Both are pillar industries of Xinjiang in Northwest China, and they have become the target of what appears to be a malicious campaign launched by Western anti-China forces to destroy Xinjiang's rapidly ascending economy and ultimately obstruct the development of China. These forces behind the campaign position themselves as saviors and claim to counter a "genocide" in Xinjiang, but what they are doing is essentially attempting to wipe out the industries and the bread and butter of over 25 million people in Xinjiang, locals, businesses and experts said. Unlike the campaign against Xinjiang's cotton, which was led by political forces, the latest campaign against the photovoltaic (PV) industry appears to be pushed by forces within the PV industry that have been overwhelmed by Chinese firms, including those in Xinjiang, for years, in an apparent ill attempt to use politics to crack down on what they can't ... » Learn More about Global Times: US plots ‘industry stifling’ in Xinjiang, this time targets solar energy industry
Ensuring that we get our quality sleep
Sleep is as important as food. Our bodies do not care if our mind thinks sleep is a “waste” of time in the midst of our busy lives; without sleep, we simply cannot survive. According to a 2010 survey, 30% of Malaysians sleep less than seven hours a day and sleep-related problems affect a third of us. The usual recommendation is seven to eight hours of sleep every night for adults. This is based on the amount of sleep the average person requires. That said, there are outliers, as some can get by with as little as four hours a night, while others, such as professional athletes, may need as much as 12 hours a night in order to recover enough to perform optimally the next day. Outliers, by definition, are unusual, so aiming for more sleep would be the right direction for most of us, especially in an era where life is so fast-paced that sleep deprivation is almost the norm. During sleep, numerous physiological changes occur in the body. Blood pressure and heart rate ... » Learn More about Ensuring that we get our quality sleep
Panama defends hiring Cuban doctors to fight pandemic
PANAMA CITY (AFP) - Panama's Health Minister on Monday (Feb 8) defended the deployment of more than 200 Cuban doctors to help the Central American country battle the coronavirus, despite criticism of the island government's human rights record at home. "We are eternally grateful" to the Cuban doctors because "they came here to save the lives of Panamanians", Dr Luis Francisco Sucre said during an appearance before the National Assembly to answer questions about the management of the pandemic. Several deputies criticised the Panamanian government's decision to hire the 220 Cuban doctors, calling it "a violation of human rights". But Dr Sucre defended the agreement between his ministry and its Cuban counterpart, which he said "complies with all due legal processes". He said his government would not hesitate to "sign it again". "The same people who today criticise the agreement signed with the Cuban Health Ministry would have been criticising if there were dead in the streets, ... » Learn More about Panama defends hiring Cuban doctors to fight pandemic
Commentary: Sweden and Japan are paying the price for thinking they had COVID-19 exceptionalism
LUND, Sweden: One of the most striking things about the COVID-19 pandemic is just how dramatically different the responses have been from country to country. In early 2020, when little was known about the virus, this difference was unsurprising. Today, with tens of thousands of research articles and cases of best practice to learn from, one would expect to see more convergence. And yet some countries continue to resist popular strategies, such as lockdowns, and insist on going their own way – with varying degrees of success. Two such countries are Sweden and Japan, which in 2020 have forged a different path to their neighbours on coronavirus and attributed their early successes to the assumed advantages of an inherent national character. But today, both seem to be paying the price. LANDS WITH NO LOCKDOWN One factor that features in both the Japanese and Swedish responses is that of national exceptionalism. By exceptionalism I mean the understanding among a population ... » Learn More about Commentary: Sweden and Japan are paying the price for thinking they had COVID-19 exceptionalism
Unity is delivering for the world
The breakthroughs achieved by science in developing highly effective vaccines against COVID-19 are nothing short of extraordinary. What once took up to a decade has been done in less than a year. This is primarily a result of remarkable international cooperation. Yet the impact of those achievements will be dangerously undermined unless the whole world has access to COVID-19 vaccines. Together, we must absolutely ensure that a two-tier system does not develop between those who have access to vaccines, and those who do not. That is why COVAX, the first-of-its-kind multilateral initiative to distribute vaccines around the world, including for those most in need and least able to pay, is so critical. Set up by some of the world’s leading health bodies – including GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance, the World Health Organization and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) – COVAX is the largest vaccination program in history and is on track to ensure that all people, ... » Learn More about Unity is delivering for the world
‘Awful’ Djokovic knocked out in Monte Carlo as Nadal races into quarters
Novak Djokovic crashed out of the Monte Carlo Masters on Thursday following an "awful performance" in a 6-4, 7-5 defeat by Dan Evans, while 11-time champion Rafael Nadal powered into the quarter-finals. World number one Djokovic was broken five times by the Briton in their last-16 clash and suffered his first loss of the year, having won the Australian Open for the ninth time in February. The 33rd-ranked Evans, who dumped out this month's Miami Open winner Hubert Hurkacz in the previous round, will play 11th seed David Goffin for a place in the semi-finals. Goffin beat US Open runner-up Alexander Zverev 6-4, 7-6 (9/7) earlier in the day. An out-of-sorts Djokovic produced an uncharacteristic 45 unforced errors against Evans, who hadn't won a tour-level match on clay since April 2017 before this week. "To be honest this has been one of the worst matches from my side I can recall in the last few years," said Djokovic, the Monte Carlo champion in 2013 and 2015. "I felt awful on ... » Learn More about ‘Awful’ Djokovic knocked out in Monte Carlo as Nadal races into quarters
Cristiano Ronaldo Scores Three Goals Helping Portugal to a 3-3 Draw with Spain in World Cup
SOCHI , Russia – Spain, the 2010 World Cup champion, dominated much of the match but was unable to contain Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo who scored three goals, which included a perfectly placed 88th-minute free kick that gave his team a 3-3 draw Friday. “When I play against a player like Ronaldo, these things can happen,” newly appointed Spain coach Fernando Hierro said. “It’s very fortunate for whatever team has Cristiano Ronaldo.” Ronaldo had twice given European champion Portugal the lead with first-half goals at Fisht Stadium, but Diego Costa equalized with a goal in each half. Nacho Fernandez then put the Spanish ahead with a one-timer from outside the area in the Group B match. Ronaldo became the fourth player to score in four World Cups, joining Pele, Miroslav Klose and Uwe Seeler. He also became the first Portuguese player to appear in four World Cups, and at 33 became the oldest player to score a hat trick in tournament history. He used his first goal to send a ... » Learn More about Cristiano Ronaldo Scores Three Goals Helping Portugal to a 3-3 Draw with Spain in World Cup
Smart Marketing Strategies for Customer Friendly Vape Packaging
When we talk about the new gadgets of smoking “vape”, the sudden thing that comes up in our mind is alluring top flavors. Like it is attractive and tasty. Not only the flavors but real-time health and wellness are linked with it. And of course, (because of flavors) it’s the vape packaging that functions behind its fame. So, the custom vape packaging boxes keep the secret keys to success about something that people completely have no clue. It’s a health secret. You know when everyone explains to you about the vape”, Oh! So Fantastic, Without a Smoke! According to this, the vape is the machine that allows you to inhale the nicotine without any unfavorable effects. These are the kinds of cigarettes that work by heating and vapor from the solution. The solution amalgamates with the nicotine, which is an uncolored fluid and is comparably thick. Manufacturers add flavors to it that make it more amusing. And so, no burning is intricated in it, thus, no smoke in the air. So obviously, ... » Learn More about Smart Marketing Strategies for Customer Friendly Vape Packaging