Manny Pacquiao running again
July 16, 2008
In boxing, my Guardian bro, Manny Pacquiao has moved in different weight classes to chase his dream for glory. He now has four belts, the most by any Asian, and he is also considered as the best boxer around pound-for-pound.
He was, unfortunately, KOed in his first political match in General Santos City last year. But now, he plans to make a political comeback and adopt his boxing strategy of moving. This time, moving from one place to another.
Jeepney-bashing
July 12, 2008
I do not agree that mass transit systems like Metro Manila’s LRT/MRT will cause buses and jeepneys to stop running and just phase out.
The prognosis of this DOTC official is simply outrageous. He said “buses and jeepneys will voluntarily leave Metro streets” once the government complete its railway system.
The rail system cannot simply accommodate all commuters in Metro Manila. In fact, today it is running at full capacity and its operators plan to acquire more coaches.
In Davao, a university professor proposed that the city government adopt a bus system and do away with jeepneys.
During the 1970s, many subdivisions in the city have their bus system mostly owned and ran by homeowners associations.
Finding the Balance
July 12, 2008
I came across two articles from the GMA news feed two days ago, both about the establishment of proposed renewable energy power plants and the opposition they presently face from local constituents. I quote them both at some length and say my two-cents’ worth here…
The Comelec’s “Poll Automation” Kapihan with Bloggers
July 12, 2008
Baka gusto nyong makipag-kape sa Comelec 
* What: Bloggers’ briefing on poll automation* When: July 19, Saturday, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
* Where: COMELEC Automated Electoral System Information Office, ground floor, Palacio del Gobernador Bldg. Intramuros, Manila (near Manila Cathedral)
* Why: The briefing will also be an opportunity to hear the feedback of voters and bloggers about the poll automation program of Comelec.
The Commission on Elections in cooperation with Bloggers’ Kapihan will be having a briefing on Poll Automation next weekend. A group of 20+ bloggers are anticipated to attend the event. Seat reservation can be requested thru email: mongpalatino[at]gmail[dot]com.
via BK
Skinny-dipping in Manila Bay, anyone?
July 11, 2008
I read an article on the pollution of Manila Bay, which costs about Php 4 billion annually as a consequence of degradation. The major causes, as the article expounded: overfishing, pollution in coastal areas—thereby limiting tourism and other recreational uses—results in this equivalent monetary loss.
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A Call to Action – BLOGSWARM Towards Maritime Safety
July 10, 2008
Join the BLOGSWARM Towards Maritime Safety to create awareness on the state of Maritime travel in the Philippines. The poor sector are affected the most and exploited by greedy shipping line owners made worse by corruption. There is a need for bloggers to come together to improve the situation on the following:
- The Philippines being composed of 7,107 islands maritime is the major form of transportation of the majority of the poor people.
- The industry is poorly regulated with so many agencies involved but lacking in equipment necessary to make maritime voyage safe and secure.
- Poorly managed shipping lines and poor regulation by so many government agencies.
- Poor record keeping by the shipping lines such as passenger manifest, overcrowding, inadequate life saving equipment and carrying toxic material cargoes in passenger vessels sacrificing passenger safety over profitability.
- Poorly funded infrastructure such as lighthouses, global positioning devices and distress signal system, rescue vessels for immediate response.
- Lack of political will to comply with International Maritime Organization safety and liability standards. Not as single maritime casualty investigation report has been submitted to the organization despite having a Filipino elected as secretary general as mandated under the terms of its membership.
- Passengers and ships are poorly insured lacking P&I coverage due to the ships poor condition.
What’s in a Name?
June 29, 2008
I had to renew my Drivers’ License yesterday. It will be expiring this weekend *hint hint*. Good thing my dad brought me to LTO Aguinaldo/Cubao where there are significantly less people, cars and fixers. I abhor bureaucracy and its inefficiency and a crowded office makes it worse. I passed time waiting for my turnS (with an S because you have to wait for your turn several times as you have to go through several windows for processing, verification, cashier, 2 pictures and signatures, drug test and medical examinations etc. etc.) watching the Lakers-Celtics game (Go Celtics!).
Friends of Roxas 2010 (FOR 2010)
June 25, 2008
I am inviting all Mar Roxas for President in 2010 supporters to join the Friends of Roxas 2010 (FOR 2010), the official social network of Mar Roxas 2010 supporters otherwise known as the FRIENDS OF ROXAS 2010! - a social networking site powered by Ning.Com.
Mugabe Wins Re-election
June 24, 2008
I was watching Channel News Asia’s morning show this morning. I was surprised to read on their running headlines that incumbent Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe wins re-election. This happened after his opponent Morgan Tsvangirai back down his Presidential candidacy to prevent more violence and killings targeted to his supporters and political party.
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Makoy is 26 yr old IT guy who loves to write, thrilled with movies as much as his favorite American food, fascinated with politics, current events and money matters, an entrepreneur in the making, and a certified Ortigas blogger.
What Constitutes You
June 22, 2008
It has been a habit since we’ve been partners in school to go out and shop after we get our shy pays. We can actually used it all up in one mall visit. There’s food, clothes, “unnecessary” things and more food tripping.
Then we decided to use some of our money to buy books. More deserving of our pays, I think. Thank God there’s Book Sale. You can find books as low as Ph30.00, like I did. I bought two hard bound books, one is for Php70.00 - Little Doors by Paul Di Filippo and After Dachau by Daniel Quinn for only Php30.00. A hundred bucks for two hard bound-used books (they’re clearly looked unused to me) is such a good deal to pass up.
I’m a one sitting reader. If and only if, I find the book really really interesting. There are stories that I can’t stop reading, and would only leave the book open to go to the bathroom or eat. And After Dachau is one of those worthy books for my time. My hundred buck purchase didn’t disappoint me at all. After Dachau is sucha good read if you’re into Reincarnation and English History. It is fictional and at the same time very informative on historical matters that dated back during 1920’s.
McDonald’s/Benjamin Abalos Mashup
June 21, 2008
Policemen-Teachers
June 17, 2008
In one of the Philippine Daily Inquirer articles just last month, I read with interest the story about policemen taking the roles of teachers in far-flung areas with insurgency problems. They teach with gun on the side and chalk on one hand. The former is true while the latter is, well, just a thought, considering how anorexic the budget for education has been going on for years. But that’s another story. This is the story of how children cope with their pressing environment and of how “human adaptation” is worth thinking over.
On the “Abduction” (or Kidnapping?) of Ces Drilon
June 11, 2008
In case you’ve missed it, there’s this storm that hit the media more recently, It’s about the “abduction” case of Ces Drilon, the noted journalist from ABS-CBN. Early reports indicate a request from ABS-CBN to the media to make certain “restraints” on issuing details about the case so as to protect Drilon and her crew, along with Octavio Dinampo, a professor and a member of the MNLF senior Shura. As of this time, negotiations are under way.
Filipino blogger arrested? Who? When?
June 9, 2008
What’s your take on the concern raised by Benj on his post at FilipinoVoices.com: The Worst-Case Scenario: The Cyber Crackdown?
“…Opening the path to blogging to people like Lozada and Panlilio seems to be a double-edged sword….”
“…While the value of freedom of expression is undeniable and is arguably a concept that should almost supersede any other idea out there, this move also exposes the once sheltered community of bloggers to possible run-ins with the administration…”
“…Filipino political bloggers have always had their way all these years. No one has ever been charged and they could criticize using the strongest terms but what happens once the spotlight finally hits this corner of cyberspace….”
“…With more eyes and ears listening in to blogs, we may be just a few months away from seeing our first blogger arrest.”
Do you also have reservations about this?
NBI ID Card - de facto National ID
June 7, 2008
The NBI ID Card is now the most recommended and honoured Identification Card in the Philippines, with banks leading this “practice”, making it a de facto National ID. What is this NBI ID Card anyway? Is it really the National ID in practice? Will it become the National ID by law? Is it ready?
Learn more by reading here.
What can Judy Ann Santos explain in less than a minute…
June 5, 2008
You see these people wrestling over the thought of Judy Ann Santos defending what the Meralco people deems needed to be defended, God or Allah or Buddha knows what entertainment can truly bring and wring. It can bring political minds into hysteria over the first sight of a banana. It can wring political minds dry, too.
…that Meralco and the government find the hardest measures to explain? SYSTEM LOSS. (Lmfao)
Why Do Some Countries Remain Poor While Others Grow Rich?
June 4, 2008
This is a question that has never stopped nagging me since the very first time I left this country eleven years ago. It is one thing seeing it on television growing up, it is another being in the First World yourself. Explanations by the likes of F. Sionil Jose - which basically say we are poor because of our culture - is simply unsatisfactory. Read here.
Launch of Pampanga Governor Ed Panlilio’s Blog
June 3, 2008
Where: Executive House, Provincial Capitol, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
When: June 7, 2008, Saturday, 10:00am
Bloggers’ Kapihan will participate and help in the launching of Pampanga Governor Among Ed Panlilio’s blog this Saturday.
The blog will be a platform to promote good governance in the province. Among Ed will also report his accomplishments as governor of Pampanga.
Bloggers, journalists, students and other interested individuals and groups are encouraged to join the activity.
Free transportation and food will be provided to thirty (30) Manila-based bloggers. If you’re interested in joining the trip to Pampanga, and for more details (itinerary, cultural tour options, and program), visit the Bloggers’ Kapihan website.
On a completely different note, happy birthday mom! 
Quest for Truth: ZTE-NBN Scandal (Finally Updated)
May 29, 2008
I went to this forum hoping to feel something, to take away something - a renewed fervour. I took away something alright - the feeling that forums like these were meant to provide comfort and hope for discomforting and hopeless times. Read here.
Free Text?
May 29, 2008
A couple of days ago, there’s this brewing idea of making text messaging services in the Philippines free of charge. If that proposal gets granted, imagine this nation truly living up to its prestige(?) as a texting capital. But there are IFs and BUTs there. Come to think of it, nothing really is free these days. You have to ‘pay’ for it one way or another. As for free text messaging? There’s a method in the madness and madness in the method, as De Quiros puts it.
BF of Faith Cuneta?
May 29, 2008
Is Chairman Bayani Fernando really serious of his intention to run for President in the 2010 election? Or, to manage the Pink and Blue attired Space Flower Band? Or, an operatic singer to perform back to back with Faith Cuneta? DOUBLE CLICK HERE!
A Piece of Green
May 27, 2008
The Greenpeace Rainbow Warrior stirred a minor ’storm’ in the headlines these past few days. It literally stood against the way of coal shipments to a power plant run by Team Energy Philippines in Pagbilao, Quezon. Apparently, the crew and the ship irked the operators of the power plant and a few naval law enforcers.
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