Beijing calls WPS ruling ‘a piece of waste paper’

Hi Edward, Here are the most important news that you need to know.       Beijing calls WPS ruling ‘a piece of waste paper’ ​ Appearing to take a cue from President Duterte’s past remarks, China has called the Philippines’ 2016 landmark victory at the Permanent Court of Arbitration “nothing more than a piece of waste paper,” drawing protests in Manila for the “disrespectful, crass statements.”“The [arbitral award] is illegal, null and void.   Inquirer Plus starts at P149/month   PH mourning loss of 2 iconic women Stage actress Celia Diaz Laurel, 93, and activist Ma. Zeneida "Nini" Quezon Avanceña, 100, died on Monday. A veteran of Repertory Philippines, Laurel was also known for her art, writings and civic works, the last tied to the political life of her husband, the late Vice President Salvador Laurel.   FULLY VAXXED, TIKTOK-READY To boost public confidence in COVID-19 jabs, the Antipolo City government and the public sector have partnered for a campaign enticing fully vaccinated residents to get a shot at TikTok fame by performing a dance number. —NiÑo Jesus Orbeta   Register here   Negros board adds voice vs reclamation DUMAGUETE CITY -- The Negros Oriental provincial board has asked the Dumaguete City council to reevaluate the authority and consent it gave the mayor to enter into a joint venture with a developer for a 174-hectare reclamation project. Earlier, groups of residents, environmentalists and scientists warned against the project's negative impact on the marine environment and local livelihood. -- STORY BY IRMA FAITH PAL   Take our news quiz!   Opinion: Trolling on taxpayer money? ​ Here’s a witty online quip: 'How to say internet troll without saying internet troll? Social media specialist.' Provocatively said and reflecting present trends judging by declarations of disgust from such insiders as former personnel of the PCOO that, in their time, never had there been an occasion or a need to hire 375 contractuals in a year.   Register here   SUBSCRIBE  FOLLOW  SUGGEST     © 2021 PHILIPPINE DAILY INQUIRER, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to Inquirer Newsletters. Unsubscribe