Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Speaking of the vital contributions of
the members of the Filipino-American community to their native country,
Ambassador del Rosario said that in the last ten years preceeding 2005,
remittances from Filipinos in the US increased by 10%. Last year, he
added, such remittances increased by 31% compared to the previous year and that
60% of total global remittances come from [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
A New Year’s Eve atmosphere prevailed at
the Ritz-Carlton Hotel here.
High-octane and poignant, it was about
the past and the future in more ways than one. The 10 p.m. to11 p.m.
presentation showcased Manila-flown Filipina international beauties modeling
Philippine fashion through the years.
It had its jaw-dropping, ohh and ahh
moments, but many found it ordinary or wanting. “I had hoped [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
“The terror wrought by the Communist Party
of the Philippines-New People’s Army can no longer be ignored," Bunye
said. “The government will go hammer and thongs against the terrorist’s armed
core while getting the people to our side by winning their hearts and minds
through good governance and social justice."
Interviewed by television station ABS-CBN
over the weekend, Sison said the [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
With the passage of S.2611 — known as the
“Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006"-by the US Senate, the
floodgate that has kept immigration at a trickling pace would start a new
”Brain Drain." An amendment submitted by Senator Daniel Akaka of
Hawaii was accepted unanimously which would grant permanent resident visas to
children of Filipino World War II veterans. [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Tricia Capistrano of New
York city, who is married to a Caucasian with ancestors from Sweden and Slovakia,
describes how she and her son became a sort of instant celebrity when they
visited the Philippines
two years ago.
She said she did not envy Brad Pitt and
Angelina Jolie with the most popular baby in the world because everywhere she
went [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Ingredients:
12 pieces or 3 pounds Ulang – heads
removed, shelled, deveined and quartered
Vegetable oil for saut?ing and
stir-frying
2-3 tablespoons Mama Sita’s oyster sauce
1 large yellow onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, peeled and diced (1/4 inch)
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoon, finely chopped red bell
pepper
freshly ground pepper to taste
2 medium sized potatoes, peeled, diced
(1/4 inch) and stir-fried separately
2 tablespoons [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Del Rosario’s statement, issued after Malacanang’s
announcement accepting his “resignation”, never mentioned that he quit. He
said, “I have been recalled and will therefore end my posting as the Philippine
ambassador to the United
States effective July 8.”
“My departure from Washington D.C.
shortly thereafter,” he added, “will enable my early return to the private
sector.” Take note of the [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
During the gala night at the JW Marriott
in Washington D.C. June 10, many Filipino Americans
present observed something different in the demeanor of Ambassador Albert del
Rosario. While praising the Filipino community for their support for the past
five years, some in the audience noted that he appeared to be on the
verge of tears.. “His words were halting [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
For several weeks now, President Bush has
been traveling around the US pushing anew for his plan to overhaul the
immigration rules In his latest stop in Omaha, Nebraska, Bush touted the
importance of assimilation of immigrants through the adoption of American
culture, including learning English.
To gain passage during this midterm
election year, Bush must win over many in his [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
The picture illustrating the story in the
front page showed Carl Layno and Irene Bueno, clad in barong and formal attire,
dancing on the floor after the speeches. In the inside pasa page was a picture
of the Northern Virginia Rondalla band playing for arriving guests. Another
photo shows Manila Mail’s Bing C. Branigin kissing the ring of outgoing
Cardinal [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Held in tandem with the Centennial of
Filipino immigration to this country, the parade featured the three waves of
immigrants: farm workers in Hawaii,
World War II veterans and their brides and family, and the professionals. Some
30 community organizations took part, wearing colorful attires. *Parade Grand Marshalls were US Rep.
Tom Davis (R, VA), Vellie Dietrich-Hall of the White [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
The proof was presented by the defense
during the continuation of the plunder trial of the former President.
Estrada, appearing for the eighth time
before the anti-graft special division court, presented the damning video as
proof of the conspiracy by the elite to depose him, led by Mrs. Arroyo from Day
One of his presidency.
The video was taken sometime in [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
This show boasts of a top-notch cast.
Lauren Spencer-Harris gave a virtuoso performance as Millie, she was riveting
to watch especially in her solo numbers “Jimmy” and “Gimme, Gimme.” Jeffrey
Shankle was mesmerizing as Millie’s love interest, Jimmy. Not only is he
handsome but he also has an engaging presence. He was also a splendid match to
Ms. Spencer-Harris particularly [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Filipinos,
like Iraqis, initially welcomed the American presence because it ended the
oppression. But when Filipinos realized that this would probably result in
another harsh foreign rule, they rebelled. With makeshift weapons, the Filipinos
valiantly fought to liberate themselves. When Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo was
captured a year after the war started, Filipinos rebels continued the struggle.
As a result of the [...]
Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16
Making a big splash this year will be the
tennis tournament which has been streamlined to attune and make it more
relevant to present conditions. A tennis super body is now in place and a
super tournament is expected much to the delight of tennis diehards. This is a
result of recent developments that resulted in the unity and
cohesiveness [...]