Since Rodrigo Duterte took over the presidency of the Philippines, the influx of Chinese nationals has increased dramatically. As a result, gambling and prostitution have become a huge problem. Most of the Chinese nationals who have come to the Philippines are involved in a new gaming industry called Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (Pogos). Hundreds of Pogos are in operation right now,… Read More »
Good tidings! The Season of Advent has begun. Every December 25, the world celebrates the birth of the Holy Baby in Bethlehem. Joy to the world! Jesus, the Christ, is come! Indeed, it is a Holy day. ***** “Season’s Greetings!” and “Happy Holidays!” are both politically correct. However, it is quite awkward to use the catchphrases nowadays when… Read More »
My 10-Cents Worth Butch Galicia Have you ever had that sudden impish impulse to sip a Sarsi worth five centavos and enjoy pan de lemon stuffed with “dirty” ice cream, also worth five centavos, from Mamang Sorbetero.Yes, I did … five decades and plus years ago. But I did not have the ten centavos.So, I tiptoed to where… Read More »
Kudos to Angeline Q and K Brosas! When I first heard that K Brosas and Angeline Quinto were coming to town as a team, I wondered what would they do together to captivate the Torontonians. Darren Espanto and Jonas had recently performed and I was among those who said this was fantastic and I wished they had played… Read More »
Bishop Colin Bagaforo of the Archdiocese of Kidapawan is appealing for donations for the quick relief and meaningful rehabilitation of victims and survivors of a series of strong earthquakes that have been shaking many communities in Mindanao, Southern Philippines since October 16.A Quick Response Command Center for Relief Operations under the diocese’s Social Action Commission has been opened… Read More »
On March 6, 2019, my life turned upside down. I was on top of the world when on that day. I fell ill and ended up in the hospital due to low blood pressure. I fainted while I was having dialysis treatment and was rushed to emergency room at Kaiser Hospital. I had no recollection of what happened… Read More »
The MFFC (Markham Federation Filipino Canadians) just marked its 30th anniversary last Nov 1st. Did you say 30 years?! Yes, three decades. Sounds ancient? But naaah, it is the definition of being rock solid. In a place peopled by varied races, here’s an org that seems to marinate in constant stimulation of achievements. The respected group is gifted… Read More »
Voters in all 25 electoral ridings in Toronto have spoken and have painted Canada’s premier city red – cautiously, conscientiously and convincingly. Way beyond reasonable doubt, the resounding cry is, was and ever shall be “Let’s Go, Raptors!” ***** Just like the Raptors, champions and winners are subject to greater expectations. Congratulations! You have won in your riding.… Read More »
What makes a stellar concert? Toronto gets exciting any season of the year when favorite concerts happen. Still being talked about is the latest favorite – the PAIR OF ACES which headlined Darren Espanto and Jona. Honestly I expected a good show – but surprise! Turned out to be not good but EXCELLENTLY decibels higher – this concert… Read More »
Say what?!! Autumn has quietly set in? Oh, for the love of my arthritic knees! Jointly, all that we — members of Seniors Aging Gracefully (forget the acronym, please) like me — could do is to hang on to our incessant cold night ramblings, highly-anticipated post-winter musings and much-expected pre-summer day dreams. What else is new, anyways? Winter… Read More »