“Still water runs deep.” — Latin proverb CHICAGO (JGL) – In the run-up of his penultimate State of the Nation Address (SONA) last Monday (July 28), President Aquino had become very voluble like a wounded prey after his transfers of Disbursement Appropriation (DAP) outside his Executive department were declared unconstitutional. P-Noy had publicly challenged the… Read More »
Q. Hello sir …I just want to share with you my present relationship .I am based in the Philippines. My husband and I got separated for good since 2008 during 2010 my husband was involved with other woman. I found this out in 2011 and that they actually live together. After that I never heard any updates about… Read More »
Finally, Kapamilya actor Enchong Dee speaks out his heart and mind. For quite a time, gossip mongers and detractors alike have vilified Enchong, scattering words about his gender problem. A pliable Enchong doesn’t show any hard feelings on those talks. “Not at all affected for in showbiz, marami silang pinagdududahang pagkalalaki ng mga actor including me. What counts,… Read More »
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes movie: When the Apes behaved more like humans and the humans, are better behaved as fearsome apes. The movie has turned the tables on the apes by endowing them with human nature’s compassion, greed for power, and follow the leader syndrome of the scared. I haven’t commented in writing on any… Read More »
Several weeks ago, a pretty seven year old girl lost her life in an accident. She was hit by a car crossing the street. The Toronto Community grieved and probably, even those from farther places who had heard of the sad news. The child apparently came from a prominent family. I did not know her neither did I… Read More »
NORA Aunor’s CASE is so Pinoy it is “Tuwid na Daan” enigma put right on its head for the benefit of the clueless. Without being judgmental Nora’s life’s journey along bumpy road and neglected rail tracks should be be viewed by her “kampi” and “kalaban” in three time perspectives: a blast from the long PAST; the short fast… Read More »
By Ted Alcuitas Publisher and Editor philippinecanadiannews.com Vancouver, B. C. – As we celebrate the first anniversary of Ruben Cusipag’s death (July 9, 2013), it is fitting that the Filipino community in Canada remember and pay tribute to a crusading newsman who blazed a trail for today’s crop of Filipino newspapers. I was a neophyte in… Read More »
The failed, yet much ballyhooed Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) passed quietly into the night last Monday, its death cheered by both farmers and landlords. The farmers, who were supposed to be its beneficiaries, would not mourn the agrarian reform program’s death because, in the words of Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas chair and party list Rep. Rafael… Read More »
ADDENDUM for the July 1-15 issue . . . where I said there is no Philippines Day. I am wrong. I apologize. THERE IS A PHILIPPINES DAY in Ontario, as I have perused several free Fil-Canadian newspapers report on Independence Day, I saw admirable celebration of pride and oneness of a race my own, splashed in color and… Read More »