~ The fancy celebrations, the posh parties, the preposterous claims to fame – they all come together to lull Toronto’s Filipino community into a world of make-believe. One such event has winded up a bash with no president in attendance, and another is coming up with a promise to save millions worldwide. Toronto’s 200,000-strong community members must be… Read More »
Interestingly, erstwhile movie queens Susan Roces and Amalia Fuentes have a contrasting choice of the possible movie queen of the new generation. In a TV interview, Susan expounded that in fame, talents and unblemished image Bea Alonzo deserves the title of a movie queen. “For me, Bea’s the most decent female celebrity, unquestionably popular and talented. I feel… Read More »
Good araw po attorney ! Mayron po kaming lupain sa Pilipinas na nakapangalan sa aking ama’t ina at ako po ay magisang anak lamang. Namatay na po ang aking ina nung nakaraang buwan. So ang pagkakaintindi ko ay conjugal property ang mga lupain na iyon. May tenant po kami na nagsasaka ngayon. Gusto ko pong malaman kung may… Read More »
Relentless men may not be but could be more than heroes depending on how history judges them. Starting from home my choice of relentless men are at first very few: Andres Bonifacio, Goyo del Pilar, Vibora. In the world over, the biographies of relentless men will fill a convention size library. Because every relentless one is a book… Read More »
We could have heaved a sigh of relief after reading reports that the Ombudsman has finally filed graft and plunder charges against businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles, at least four senators, a few congressmen and some government and private individuals in connection with the P10-billion pork barrel scam that has haunted the country for almost a year now. Finally,… Read More »
The Philippine Congress is composed of millionaires, according to recent news. They’re there either to make big bucks or to protect what they already have. And add to it. It’s no surprise to the people that many members of both houses of Congress here are rich beyond any ordinary man or woman’s wildest dreams. Even though the ethos… Read More »
It was awesome! Any one watching could feel the heart-rending emotions gripping the whole city as six thousand members of police organizations from across Canada, the United States and other countries marched in unison, in the funeral procession for three members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It was a horrific event that paralyzed an area of Moncton,… Read More »
~ The unfolding summer activities in Toronto would surely give way to the most ostentatious claims again. Numbers would be inflated like soaring balloons. It’s the season of the superlative events. No longer would it be a surprise to see one bash after another being labeled as “the most glamourous . . . “, “the greatest . .… Read More »
The international community continues to be impressed with how the Philippine economy has been standing its ground in the face of global economic malaise. In May President Aquino and his economic managers were on center stage and had the chance to highlight the country’s continued growth. International big shots were in town for the World Economic Forum… Read More »
“In thy foul throat thou liest.” ― William Shakespeare, Richard III LONDON, England – Philippine President Benigno S. Aquino III, “Noynoy” to the Filipino masses, appeared to have sneaked out of Manila, flew across the Pacific Ocean, soared over the United States and landed in Toronto, Canada. The trip by commercial airlines spanning two continents normally take 16… Read More »