God and His mercy
GOD knows those of us who work so hard and who patiently fulfill our responsibilities and obligations. God knows our fidelity to him and our persistence to live and believe…
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Philippine Fiesta in America’s ‘Araw ng Parangal’ scores a first; JC Fil-Am associations tender DCG a despedida cena
After attending countless events at the Ramada Plaza Hotel, it came as a surprise that its Grand Ballroom was “dressed” so differently last Sunday, July 21st when Philippine Fiesta in…
Philippine Fiesta in America’s ‘Araw ng Parangal’ scores a first; JC Fil-Am associations tenders DCG a despedida cena
After attending countless events at the Ramada Plaza Hotel, it came as a surprise that its Grand Ballroom was “dressed” so differently last Sunday, July 21st when Philippine Fiesta in…
Elder abuse
Elder abuse or abuse of the elderly is a pandemic. It is much more common that we think. This savagery is shameful, disgusting, and against every rule on love, respect,…
Nelson Mandela’s virtue of forgiveness
Nelson Mandela forgave unconditionally. His life was a dimension of generosity and magnanimity, in both political defeat and victory. A multitude of adjectives describe him: statesman, magnanimous, dignified, patient and…
Homegrown remedies
With the erratic weather changes experienced in the country, it is important to keep a healthy body and lifestyle to avoid any sickness. And since the rainy season has begun…
Music joins us together
Summer is the time when people from all walks of life gather at the Hollywood Bowl. This iconic spot, nestled in Hollywood Hills under the starry sky of Southern California,…
The Serious Business of Comedy at the Palace
The Ramos Years Covering the Philippine President becomes a great deal of patriotic sacrifice when it means having to ride on an ancient a propeller driven Fokker 26 whose faded turbo-prop must be at least…
The invincible Piolo Pascual
Show business has always been regarded as a very glamorous and sophisticated job. But for others, especially those who have been victims of inevitable harshness and unfounded accusations, it is…
The invincible Piolo Pascual
Show business has always been regarded as a very glamorous and sophisticated job. But for others, especially those who have been victims of inevitable harshness and unfounded accusations, it is…
Drugs devastate lives
In an effort to crack down drug abuse and drug trafficking in the government, the Philippine Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) starting August 2004 implemented random drug testing among government employees,…
A close look and a chat with FVR
Twenty seven years after the 1986 People Power Revolution, former Philippine President Fidel V. Ramos’ drawing power and energy have not diminished one bit. And it was evident in his two-day visit to…
Ramadhan begins in the Philippines
The official start of Ramadhan varies throughout the world since it is traditionally determined upon the sighting of the new moon. This year, the month-long celebration of Ramadhan in the…
Sunday night at the ER
All of LA County’s sufferings come through the doors of the emergency room. Accidents, shootings, heart attacks, beatings, rapes, suicides—just as gory and exciting when I was covering the police…
The Pope and his homilies
POPE Francis’ homilies are getting popular nowadays. One of the reasons is that they’re simple, clear, practical, down-to-earth, honest, direct to the point, and devoid of highfalutin theological discourse. For…
What makes a perfect beauty pageant?
There is no correct or incorrect answer to that question—only an honest or dishonest one. Yet it is susceptible to a glib answer, just the way Atty. Jojo Reyes handled…
Julio Diaz: Philippine showbiz’s brown Adonis on a much-needed respite
Movie: “Trafficker.” Location: Mother Ignacia, Quezon City. Director: Roland Sanchez. Scene one. Sequence. Take one. Exterior shot. Day effect. Street scene. Along a congested neighborhood the street surprisingly looks deserted…
Julio Diaz: Philippine showbiz’s brown Adonis on a much-needed respite
Movie: “Trafficker.” Location: Mother Ignacia, Quezon City. Director: Roland Sanchez. Scene one. Sequence. Take one. Exterior shot. Day effect. Street scene. Along a congested neighborhood the street surprisingly looks deserted…
Coconut Oil and Alzheimer’s, etc.
In previous columns, I have discussed the controversy about the health effects of coconut oil which has been going on for decades. The question still remains: Is coconut oil ingestion…
Of furs and PAWS
There have been several sightings of stray cats and dogs in Manila. What brings about overpopulation in the city? It is important that people are aware of the proper knowledge…
The weekly cycle of a news magazine
IN a world running at digital pace, many newspapers have long been forced into the traditional news magazine model, with larger form writing and more big picture thinking. But we…
No fear in Christ
“BE not afraid!” These are the words that I remember most from John Paul II as he spoke to youth during World Youth Days. His successor, Benedict XVI, would convey…
A musical reunion of rhythm and variations
Last Sunday, an enchanting outdoor concert with a profusion of unique talents in the musical world of choirs, settled briefly at the Ford Theater. It was an art haven patronized…
Fulop assumes Jersey City mayoral post, as Lavarro chosen Council President; PACCAL bares list of CHW graduates
The massive turnout of Jersey City residents undoubtedly proved their overwhelming support to the incoming administration. Grove Street and all nearby thoroughfares were literally covered with spectators of all ages,…
Fulop assumes Jersey City mayoral post, as Lavarro chosen Council President; PACCAL bares list of CHW graduates
The massive turnout of Jersey City residents undoubtedly proved their overwhelming support to the incoming administration. Grove Street and all nearby thoroughfares were literally covered with spectators of all ages,…
Our dangerous diet
We need to change our dietary protein sources, if we are to significantly reduce our risk of heart disease, stroke, and arterial blockages and damages all over our body, all…
Liliw: Tsinelas hub of the south
The Philippines is endowed with diverse natural resources. Across the country, locals continue to struggle in developing all these to better use regardless of economic instabilities. Filipino discoveries are certainly…
A heart touched by God’s generosity
In his book, The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic, Matthew Kelley asks: “Have you wandered what God is really like? How would you describe him?” He then answers his own…
The photo is the message
Words are mere grace notes. All my life I have dealt with words. They are adequate for many of our purposes, indispensable for most. They can be immeasurably beautiful and…
Mayor Fulop structures concrete plans for transparent governance to move Jersey City forward
This early, weeks before his formal inauguration to office, Jersey City mayor-elect Steven Fulop has his hands full with a “things-to-do list” already full of bright ideas and strategic schemes…