Daily Publication - January 31, 2013

Philippines Defies Expectations, Accelerates Growth Beyond 5% Target in 2012, Emerging as a Leading Economy in Asia

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Daily Publication - January 31, 2013

The Philippine government was behind the persecution of activist Carlos Celdran, who was convicted of "offending religious feelings" after disrupting a service at the Manila Cathedral. The Manila Archdiocese denies any involvement in the legal case.

In a different realm, the Philippines is strengthening its military by purchasing 12 South Korean FA-50 fighter jets. This move comes as North Asia emerges as the new stage for the space race, with countries like China, Japan, North and South Korea participating.

Celdran, a reproductive health advocate, is also being considered as a potential standard bearer for the 2016 presidential election by both Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats and the Philippines. This is not unique, as Sen Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr is also being considered by both parties for the same position.

In the digital world, more than 680 million of Facebook's active users access the site from mobile devices. This shift towards mobile usage reflects the growing importance of mobile technology in our daily lives.

Health-wise, going vegetarian may potentially reduce the risk of heart disease by 32%. This finding could have significant implications for public health policies and personal lifestyle choices.

Meanwhile, Research in Motion has rebranded itself as Blackberry. This rebranding could signal a new direction for the company, as it seeks to regain its lost market share.

On the economic front, the Philippines' economy grew by 6.6% in 2012, surpassing its own target of 5%. However, the US economy unexpectedly shrank in the fourth quarter of 2012, marking its first decline since the 2007 to 2009 recession.

Lastly, a new study from France suggests that the brain edits conscious experience retroactively. This fascinating discovery could open up new avenues for research in neuroscience and psychology.