by Baby K. JimenezS Been busy doing the rounds at a frenetic pace concert after concert the past few weeks. Martin Nievera live on stage quipped: “Local producers please, talk among yourselves on scheduling shows..” I share the same sentiment – it hurts the PInoy/Torontonian pocket to buy tickets to shows only one week apart from each other.… Read More »
Trivia: Did you know that from the late ‘40s to later years, beauty experts and authorities in facial appearance had unanimously chosen the most beautiful actresses? The first one to receive that distinction was Norma Blancaflor. Not surprising indeed that she was handpicked to initially delineate role of Virgin Mary in the biblical film Pagsilang ng Mesiyas. Understandably… Read More »
“Laws relating to family rights and duties,or to the status, condition and legal capacity of persons are binding upon Filipino citizens, even though living abroad.” (Article 15 Civil Code of the Philippines) Q. Dear Atty. Wong, I’m Filipino Canadian. We bought condo from a well- known Developer through its sales representative here in Toronto. We found out that… Read More »
ON DISTANT SHORE By Val G. Abelg 03/08/19 Polls, debates and honesty For decades, various groups have been striving to educate voters, reminding them in every election to thoroughly study the candidates’ qualification to ensure that only those who have the best intentions and competence would lead the country. They emphasize the need for honesty, integrity, competence and… Read More »
A few days back, I got in touch with my younger brother Dennis. Momentous it was, as we exchanged “Happy Birthday” greetings, at a time when we simultaneously marked our birth anniversaries. I turned 65 on March 12 and it was about 9:30 p.m. in Toronto and he turned 62 on March 13 and it was about 9:30… Read More »
By Edwin C. Mercurio Lake Sebu, South Cotabato – Vying for the distinction of being the most Original Pilipino Music (OPM) is the lumad music of the south Cotabato tribes in Mindanao, Southern Philippines. The melodies emanating from the tribe’s integration with nature and the spirit world have been given that unique distinction by the Santa Cruz Mission… Read More »
Trivia: Did you know that in the ‘50s prominent movie journalist the late Jose Quirino was the first movie scribe to gain fame too as TV showbiz broadcaster? Known for his column Seeing Stars with JQ at the Daily Mirror, sister company of the number one newspaper then Manila Times, he got the break to host the boob… Read More »
Angel Cusipag Bulauitan, BS, M Sc In Gerald Butts’ much-discussed resignation letter last week, the former principal secretary to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took responsibility — sort of — for the ever-growing crisis enveloping the federal Liberal government. While denying he or his staff put any pressure on former attorney general Jody Wilson-Raybould to drop corruption and… Read More »
Downtown Hamilton The ideal candidate(s) should have experience in the hospitality service industry. A passion for people and a desire to make guests feel welcome, excellent interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills, superior customer service instincts, physically energetic and active, and must be professional, dependable and trustworthy with attention to detail required. General Duties include: 1.) Coordinating Reservations,… Read More »
Q. Hi sir magandang araw po,gusto ko po sanang malaman and dapat kung gawin sa pag ampon sa anak ng kapatid ng aking live in partner in life. Nanganak po ang kapatid ng aking live in partner noong Sept 27 2018 . Sa kadahilang di na po kayang tustusan ang pangangailangan ng bata ay ipinapaampon na po ito… Read More »