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Al Jazeera's 101 East: The Philippines' population debate

Family planning is one of the Philippines’ most volatile policy areas.

A reproductive health bill which would give information and access to all forms of contraception has been delayed in Congress for more than 16 years. In that time, the population in the predominantly Roman Catholic country has almost doubled, draining health and economic resources.

With some two million children born every year, the UN warns that by 2025 the Philippines will not have enough resources to feed its population.

The bill is strongly opposed by the Church, which says it would promote promiscuity and abortion.

But supporters of the bill say birth control could help stem the nation’s rapid population growth and give women more choice over the size and health of their families.

A recent national survey showed that about one-in-three births in the Philippines were either unwanted or unplanned.

Meanwhile, a tough anti-abortion law has driven abortions underground, with half a million Filipino women risking their lives each year to unsafe procedures with more than 80,000 women suffering complications and 1,000 dying.

On this edition, 101 East look at one of Asia’s most densely populated countries, the Philippines, and ask if the Catholic Church is affecting the nation’s health.

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Francesco Carrozzini in ANTM season 16.
Hello.

Francesco Carrozzini in ANTM season 16.

Hello.

jwuphoto:

Visting La Cambre art school in Brussels to check out some upcoming talent!

jwuphoto:

Visting La Cambre art school in Brussels to check out some upcoming talent!

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I feel like men are more romantic than women. When we get married we marry, like, one girl, ‘cause we’re resistant the whole way until we meet one girl and we think I’d be an idiot if I didn’t marry this girl she’s so great. But it seems like girls get to a place where they just kinda pick the best option… ‘Oh he’s got a good job.’ I mean they spend their whole life looking for Prince Charming and then they marry the guy who’s got a good job and is gonna stick around.
Blue Valentine (via sunglassesandscarves)

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lickystickypickyme:

Contrived as a deeply ‘poetic satire’ on the ‘light bulb’ catchphrase,  this artistic design of a brain-shaped bulb is designed by Solovyovdesign, a Belarusian designer duo of Igor and Maria Soloyov. Graceful in its conception, the contraption is actually a CFL bulb, which consumes less power and has a longer rated life than ordinary incandescent lamps.

lickystickypickyme:

Contrived as a deeply ‘poetic satire’ on the ‘light bulb’ catchphrase, this artistic design of a brain-shaped bulb is designed by Solovyovdesign, a Belarusian designer duo of Igor and Maria Soloyov. Graceful in its conception, the contraption is actually a CFL bulb, which consumes less power and has a longer rated life than ordinary incandescent lamps.

(via lickypickystickyme)

One of my followers on Twitter sent me a link to this song called “Friday” I really like it as it reminds me of all the fun I would have with Geri on Fridays.

Cesc Fabregas  (via anatropi)


OH GOD, CESC NOOOOOO!!!!

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fcbkimberly:

hispanophilia:

Wait are groups actually doing that…? Wow.

^^^.

fcbkimberly:

hispanophilia:

Wait are groups actually doing that…? Wow.

^^^.

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Champions League Semi-Final Draw:

chelsianne:

Real Madrid v Tottenham Hotspur.
Chelsea FC v Manchester United.
FC Barcelona v Shakhtar Donetsk.
Inter Milan v FC Schalke 04.

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thedailywhat:

Caley Ratcliffe.
I was really really hoping Barcelona for you. But Chelsea has spoiled it for many of us. Once again.

I was really really hoping Barcelona for you. But Chelsea has spoiled it for many of us. Once again.

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plastcbeach:

kazurinsan:

saurons:

astrange:

Plug in your birthday and see what this chart says about you.
Hearts live through emotions and relationships.  These are the children of the deck, often maintaining a youthful  exuberance even into later years. The positive Heart is friendly and  affectionate; the negative Heart is self-indulgent or flirtatious.  Hearts excel in people-oriented careers. They make good nurses, teachers  and counselors, as well as artists and musicians.
Clubs are creative and experience life through  talking and learning. As the students of the deck, Clubs are curious,  always thinking, and love to talk, read and teach. The positive Club is  brilliant and well-informed; the negative Club can be a dishonest  know-it-all. Great careers for Clubs include teaching, writing, law and  journalism.
Diamonds are on the planet to clarify values.  Diamonds like to spend money and like nice things. As the adults of the  deck, Diamonds can’t stand being told what to do. Diamonds on a positive  path are generous and philanthropic. The negative-minded Diamond can be  greedy or miserly. Careers for the diamond person include banking,  investing, politics, retail or merchandising, producing and  big-business.
Spades are confident, strong-willed and wise. Even  when they are young, Spades will often act more mature than their age.  These are the workers of the deck. Spades are more interested in doing  their jobs well than talking about them or becoming too emotionally  involved with others. Spades can be stubborn and don’t like it when  others try to control them. Spades find satisfaction in careers in  construction (building), broadcasting and health care. And, as the  symbol of “transformation,” Spades can also be successful in industries  that deal with death or dying, and mysticism.
The numbers
The “odd” (active) numbers represent a person who is restless, on the go, and thrives on change.
The “even” (receptive) numbers are balanced and logical, attracting things and people to them.
Ace (One) is ambitious, active and driven. You are a  self-starter who is excited to experience all that life has to offer.  As a “One,” you may sometimes appear self-centered.
Two is sensitive, logical and comfortable in  partnerships because you enjoy having someone to talk to, or bounce  ideas off of. Avoid being insincere or becoming too dependent on the  opinions of others.
Three is curious, restless and enjoys trying new  things. You are extremely creative, so channel your gifts in a positive  way to avoid worry and indecision.
Four is fortunate, organized and efficient. You are a  hard-worker and good at bringing people and plans together. Avoid  stubbornness or being small-minded.
Five is adventurous, restless, and hates routine or  anything that limits your freedom. As a “people person,” you are  comfortable around all kinds of personalities. Learn to commit.
Six is easygoing, peaceful and fair. You prefer to  avoid confrontation, but won’t hesitate to stand up for what you believe  in. Avoid stubbornness or falling into a rut.
Seven is the most mystical of all numbers. You have a  mental sharpness that, when combined with your intuition (hunches),  will serve you well. Have faith that you are being guided. Avoid being  indifferent or skeptical.
Eight is the number of power and abundance. You  enjoy attention and have special talents in the area of your suit  (Hearts — charm; Clubs — knowledge; Diamonds — leadership; Spades —  wisdom). Avoid power struggles.
Nine is intelligent and happiest when you give in and are willing to let go. Beware of being too overbearing, stingy or bullying.
Ten is ambitious, capable and confident. You like to  do things in a big way and may be obsessive or take on too much  responsibility.
The “faces” are natural leaders who need to be respected. Even the  Jacks, who may be less mature and serious than the King and Queen, need  their talents to be recognized.
Jack is clever and playful. This youngest member of  the royal family is creative and charming. There may be a tendency to  stretch the truth or avoid responsibility.
Queen expresses power and leadership with  compassion. Just as powerful as a King, you enjoy pleasing and taking  care of others. Beware of being too demanding.
King is a natural leader. Authoritative, powerful,  and wise, you prefer to do things your own way. Use caution when it  comes to being too pushy or dismissive of others.
Joker is the wild card! A sneaky trickster who can  take on the personality of any card in the deck, but most often acts  like a Jack. Dec. 31 is the only day of the year that’s linked to the  Joker. People born on this day cannot be read using this system.

EIGHT OF HEARTS. Am I charming enough for you, love?

RELEVANT~

Great careers for Clubs include teaching, writing, law and journalism. Is this a mothafuckin’ sign that being a visual artist ain’t for me?!

Relevant.

plastcbeach:

kazurinsan:

saurons:

astrange:

Plug in your birthday and see what this chart says about you.

Hearts live through emotions and relationships. These are the children of the deck, often maintaining a youthful exuberance even into later years. The positive Heart is friendly and affectionate; the negative Heart is self-indulgent or flirtatious. Hearts excel in people-oriented careers. They make good nurses, teachers and counselors, as well as artists and musicians.

Clubs are creative and experience life through talking and learning. As the students of the deck, Clubs are curious, always thinking, and love to talk, read and teach. The positive Club is brilliant and well-informed; the negative Club can be a dishonest know-it-all. Great careers for Clubs include teaching, writing, law and journalism.

Diamonds are on the planet to clarify values. Diamonds like to spend money and like nice things. As the adults of the deck, Diamonds can’t stand being told what to do. Diamonds on a positive path are generous and philanthropic. The negative-minded Diamond can be greedy or miserly. Careers for the diamond person include banking, investing, politics, retail or merchandising, producing and big-business.

Spades are confident, strong-willed and wise. Even when they are young, Spades will often act more mature than their age. These are the workers of the deck. Spades are more interested in doing their jobs well than talking about them or becoming too emotionally involved with others. Spades can be stubborn and don’t like it when others try to control them. Spades find satisfaction in careers in construction (building), broadcasting and health care. And, as the symbol of “transformation,” Spades can also be successful in industries that deal with death or dying, and mysticism.

The numbers

The “odd” (active) numbers represent a person who is restless, on the go, and thrives on change.

The “even” (receptive) numbers are balanced and logical, attracting things and people to them.

Ace (One) is ambitious, active and driven. You are a self-starter who is excited to experience all that life has to offer. As a “One,” you may sometimes appear self-centered.

Two is sensitive, logical and comfortable in partnerships because you enjoy having someone to talk to, or bounce ideas off of. Avoid being insincere or becoming too dependent on the opinions of others.

Three is curious, restless and enjoys trying new things. You are extremely creative, so channel your gifts in a positive way to avoid worry and indecision.

Four is fortunate, organized and efficient. You are a hard-worker and good at bringing people and plans together. Avoid stubbornness or being small-minded.

Five is adventurous, restless, and hates routine or anything that limits your freedom. As a “people person,” you are comfortable around all kinds of personalities. Learn to commit.

Six is easygoing, peaceful and fair. You prefer to avoid confrontation, but won’t hesitate to stand up for what you believe in. Avoid stubbornness or falling into a rut.

Seven is the most mystical of all numbers. You have a mental sharpness that, when combined with your intuition (hunches), will serve you well. Have faith that you are being guided. Avoid being indifferent or skeptical.

Eight is the number of power and abundance. You enjoy attention and have special talents in the area of your suit (Hearts — charm; Clubs — knowledge; Diamonds — leadership; Spades — wisdom). Avoid power struggles.

Nine is intelligent and happiest when you give in and are willing to let go. Beware of being too overbearing, stingy or bullying.

Ten is ambitious, capable and confident. You like to do things in a big way and may be obsessive or take on too much responsibility.

The “faces” are natural leaders who need to be respected. Even the Jacks, who may be less mature and serious than the King and Queen, need their talents to be recognized.

Jack is clever and playful. This youngest member of the royal family is creative and charming. There may be a tendency to stretch the truth or avoid responsibility.

Queen expresses power and leadership with compassion. Just as powerful as a King, you enjoy pleasing and taking care of others. Beware of being too demanding.

King is a natural leader. Authoritative, powerful, and wise, you prefer to do things your own way. Use caution when it comes to being too pushy or dismissive of others.

Joker is the wild card! A sneaky trickster who can take on the personality of any card in the deck, but most often acts like a Jack. Dec. 31 is the only day of the year that’s linked to the Joker. People born on this day cannot be read using this system.

EIGHT OF HEARTS. Am I charming enough for you, love?

RELEVANT~

Great careers for Clubs include teaching, writing, law and journalism. Is this a mothafuckin’ sign that being a visual artist ain’t for me?!

Relevant.

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thedailywhat:

How About That of the Day: Tibetan Mastiffs have apparently become something of a status symbol among the Chinese upper class, mostly due to their regard as a “pure Chinese” breed and their scarcity outside Tibet (take a moment to let that sentence sink in). Hong Dong (Big Splash), an 11-month-old, 180lb. Tibetan Mastiff (pictured above) was recently awarded the honor of being labeled the “world’s most expensive dog” after being purchased by a Chinese coal baron for 10 million yuan (~$1.5 million).
“He is a perfect specimen,” Lu Liang, Big Splash’s breeder, said of the dog. “He has excellent genes and will be a good breeding dog. When I started in this business, ten years ago, I never thought we would see such a price.”
The previous record holder, a Tibetan Mastiff named Yangtze River Number Two, sold in 2009 for four million yuan.
[telegraph.]

thedailywhat:

How About That of the Day: Tibetan Mastiffs have apparently become something of a status symbol among the Chinese upper class, mostly due to their regard as a “pure Chinese” breed and their scarcity outside Tibet (take a moment to let that sentence sink in). Hong Dong (Big Splash), an 11-month-old, 180lb. Tibetan Mastiff (pictured above) was recently awarded the honor of being labeled the “world’s most expensive dog” after being purchased by a Chinese coal baron for 10 million yuan (~$1.5 million).

“He is a perfect specimen,” Lu Liang, Big Splash’s breeder, said of the dog. “He has excellent genes and will be a good breeding dog. When I started in this business, ten years ago, I never thought we would see such a price.”

The previous record holder, a Tibetan Mastiff named Yangtze River Number Two, sold in 2009 for four million yuan.

[telegraph.]