This might not be the typical expat blog, written by a German expat, living in the Philippines since 1999. It's different. In English and in German. Check it out! Enjoy reading!
Dies mag' nun wirklich nicht der typische Auswandererblog eines Deutschen auf den Philippinen sein. Er soll etwas anders sein. In Englisch und in Deutsch! Viel Spass beim Lesen!
You plan to move to the Philippines? Wollen Sie auf den Philippinen leben?
There are REALLY TONS of websites telling us how, why, maybe why not and when you'll be able to move to the Philippines. I only love to tell and explain some things "between the lines". Enjoy reading, be informed, have fun and be entertained too!
Ja, es gibt tonnenweise Webseiten, die Ihnen sagen wie, warum, vielleicht warum nicht und wann Sie am besten auf die Philippinen auswandern könnten. Ich möchte Ihnen in Zukunft "zwischen den Zeilen" einige zusätzlichen Dinge berichten und erzählen. Viel Spass beim Lesen und Gute Unterhaltung!
Visitors of germanexpatinthephilippines/Besucher dieser Webseite.Ich liebe meine Flaggensammlung!
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PLDT banked on hard-hitting Savi Davison as it made short work of Farm Fresh with a 25-20, 25-17, 25-19 victory on Tuesday, Feb. 4, in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
PLDT banked on hard-hitting Savi Davison as it made short work of Farm Fresh with a 25-20, 25-17, 25-19 victory on Tuesday, Feb. 4, in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
Savi Davison scores 26 points for PLDT. (PVL Images)
The 5-foot-10 Davison was unstoppable at the attack line, pumping in 23 kills to finish with 26 points to steer the High Speed Hitters to their sixth win in nine matches.
It was the second straight triumph for PLDT as it aims to strengthen its playoff standing. They are currently at third behind unbeaten Creamline (7-0) and Petro Gazz (6-1), which is playing ZUS Coffee as of this writing.
Mika Reyes also displayed her vintage form and unloaded nine attacks to finish with 10 points, while Erika Santos and Majoy Baron combined for 17 points.
“Lesson lang samin mawala yung complacency and mas maging consistent. Sana madala pa namin to sa mga next games namin,” said PLDT coach Rald Ricafort.
Angge Alcantara also played a key role throughout the 77-minute match, delivering 12 of the team’s 16 excellent sets, while libero Kath Arado and Fiola Ceballos took charge of the floor defense and conspired for 24 excellent digs.
PLDT pounced on Farm Fresh on all angles, outscoring them in attacks, 52-31, while making more blocks, 8-4.
So tight were the High Speed Hitters’ defense that they limited all Foxies to single-digit production with Trisha Tubu being held to a measly nine points.
The Foxies failed to sustain their four-set victory over the Galeries Tower Highrisers last Thursday, Jan. 30, and slipped to a 4-5 win-loss record.
Alex Eala clobbered Sara Saito of Japan, 6-1, 6-0, to barge into the second round of the L&T Mumbai Open tennis championships on Monday, Feb. 3, in India.
Alex Eala clobbered Sara Saito of Japan, 6-1, 6-0, to barge into the second round of the L&T Mumbai Open tennis championships on Monday, Feb. 3, in India.
File Photo from Alex Eala Facebook
Unlike in their last meeting a few days back where the match went the distance, the 19-year-old Eala hardly broke a sweat this time as she overpowered her younger rival in a match that lasted exactly an hour.
So dominating was Eala that she never dropped her serve throughout as she bombarded Saito with shots from all angles.
The Filipina tennis standout cruised to a quick 4-1 lead in the opening set and never looked back.
Up next for Eala will be the winner between sixth Nao Hibino of Japan and compatriot Mai Hontama, who are playing at press time.
Eala entered the week at No. 137 in the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) singles, slipping three rungs from No. 134 last week.
She hopes to regain her bearings and claim a breakthrough WTA title.
PLDT overcame early resistance from sister team Cignal in the first two sets, stumbled in the third, and nearly let their dominance slip in the fourth before hacking out a thrilling 25-20, 25-21, 20-25, 25-22 victory in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena on Tuesday,Jan. 28.
PLDT overcame early resistance from sister team Cignal in the first two sets, stumbled in the third, and nearly let their dominance slip in the fourth before hacking out a thrilling 25-20, 25-21, 20-25, 25-22 victory in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena on Tuesday,Jan. 28.
PLDT High Speed Hitters (PVL Images)
The HD Spikers flipped the momentum in the third frame, showcasing late-game composure. Relying on their middle blockers, who combined for 17 points, they pulled away from a tight contest to deny the High Speed Hitters a straight-set win and forced the match into a fourth set.
PLDT seemed poised to close out the match with ease, storming to a dominant 17-7 lead in the fourth set. However, a tactical gamble by coach Rald Ricafort nearly shifted the tide. He fielded in Kim Dy, making her much-anticipated return after an injury sidelined her since July 2023.
While Dy’s entrance drew cheers from the crowd, her first attack was denied by Vanie Gandler, sparking a fiery rally by the HD Spikers.
Gandler led the charge with a series of powerful hits, and Ishie Lalongisip delivered back-to-back points, including a clutch ace, to bring Cignal within, 21-22.
But the High Speed Hitters responded with nerves of steel. Majoy Baron broke the HD Spikers’ momentum with a well-placed power tip to restore a two-point cushion. From there, Savi Davison took control, delivering a decisive kill after PLDT stifled two of Gandler’s attacks, and sealed the two-hour, one-minute win with another thunderous spike.
Davison, who matched her tournament average with 24 points, credited her teammates for their unwavering support.
“I wanna give that to my teammates,” she said after being named Best Player of the Game. “They’re really good at keeping me composed, telling me to chill and keep going. I can’t be here without them, so thank you, guys.”
Davison capped off another stellar all-around performance with 12 excellent digs and 10 solid receptions, showcasing her defensive prowess to complement her offensive firepower.
The win improved PLDT’s record to 5-3, while handing Cignal its second loss in seven matches. It also marked a crucial rebound for the High Speed Hitters after their four-set defeat to the Choco Mucho Flying Titans last Thursday.
Erika Santos provided the needed backup, finishing with 15 points while Baron ended up with 10 markers and Kiesha Bedonia, Dell Palomata and Angge Alcantara combined for 17 points for the High Speed Hitters.
It was an evenly-matched contest with PLDT barely winning the spiking and blocking duels, 57-56, and 8-6, respectively. Cignal had more aces, 5-3, but gave up 27 points on unforced errors against PLDT’s 21.
Gandler, fully embracing the role of a go-to guy following the exits of two key players, finished with 22 points while Jackie Acuña and Lalongisip backed her up with 14 and 12 points, respectively, and Rose Doria-Aquino added nine markers.
Erika Santos stepped up as a reliable scorer, delivering 15 points to support PLDT's attack. Baron contributed 10 markers, while Kiesha Bedonia, Dell Palomata, and Angge Alcantara combined for 17 points, highlighting the High Speed Hitters' balanced offensive effort.
The match was tightly contested, with PLDT narrowly edging out Cignal in key departments. The High Speed Hitters won the spiking duel, 57-56, and led in blocks, 8-6. However, Cignal had the advantage in service aces, 5-3, but their 27 unforced errors proved costly compared to PLDT’s 21.
Gandler, fully embracing her role as Cignal’s primary scorer after the departure of two key players, carried the HD Spikers with 22 points. Jackie Acuña and Lalongisip provided ample support with 14 and 12 points, respectively, while Rose Doria-Aquino chipped in nine markers in a valiant effort.
Davison ignited the High Speed Hitters' offense in the opening set. Trailing at 18-19, she unleashed a barrage of kills, scoring three straight points to bring PLDT to set point, 24-20. Santos then sealed the frame with a powerful crosscourt strike, showcasing PLDT's trademark resilience.
The second set unfolded in a similar fashion, with both teams exchanging powerful hits, stunning saves, and crafty drop shots. PLDT, however, stood tall in crunch time. After a Palomata block gave them a 17-16 lead, the set saw three ties before Alcantara's clever two-handed push broke a 20-all deadlock. With Bedonia's power tip and a decisive kill flanking a Baron looping attack, the High Speed Hitters closed out with a 4-1 blitz to take a commanding two-set lead.
She hopes to become an advocate for those who grapple with the same troubles.
By JADEN ALBERTO
Intern
Filipino-American gymnast Levi Jung-Ruivivar is taking a leave of absence from Stanford University as she revealed her battle with an eating disorder which has been affecting her "physically and mentally."
Levi Jung-Ruivivar during the Paris Olympics. (AP)
The 18-year-old, who represented the Philippines in the 2024 Paris Olympics, opened up about her current situation which hinders her gymnastics training and schooling.
“My time at Stanford has been everything I dreamed of and more. I have been loving gymnastics and school and both have been going well, however I felt the disorder was infringing on my ability to fully enjoy these aspects of my life; it was pulling an amount of my mental and physical energy away from the things I hold dear,” said the gymnast in her message on Instagram.
She hopes to become an advocate for those who grapple with the same troubles.
“First, I want to be extremely honest with everyone who is a part of my journey. Second, I believe by being transparent I can minimize the shame I feel around it. Third, I want to be a voice for anyone who may be struggling with an eating disorder, you are not alone,” said Jung-Ruivivar.
After competing for the US in several international competitions, she decided to switch nationalities and pursue further opportunities by representing the Philippines. She then qualified for the Olympics through the 2024 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup series, becoming the youngest Filipino Olympian to compete in the 2024 Summer Games.
The California native aims to make her return to her academics and gymnastics by the end of March.
Creamline leaned on its veteran poise as it turned back ZUS Coffee with a hard-earned 25-22, 28-30, 26-24, 17-25, 15-13 victory to remain unscathed in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City on Thursday, Dec. 12.
Creamline leaned on its veteran poise as it turned back ZUS Coffee with a hard-earned 25-22, 28-30, 26-24, 17-25, 15-13 victory to remain unscathed in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City on Thursday, Dec. 12.
Alyssa Valdez flashes her vintage form and scores 17 points for Creamline. (PVL Images)
Skipper Alyssa Valdez rediscovered her old touch and carried the cudgels for the Cool Smashers, firing 17 points on 16 attacks and one block.
The win stretched Creamline’s streak to four games, tying with Cignal at the helm.
Despite stumbling in the fourth set that put their backs against the wall, the Cool Smashers still held their ground and unleashed fiery assaults entering the pivotal fifth frame.
But the Thunderbelles refused to give up, grabbing an 11-9 lead with Thea Gagate at the forefront of their attack.
It turned out to be ZUS Coffee’s last stand as Creamline pounced on the Thunderbelles to grab the triumph.
Bernadeth Pons also paced with 17 points for Creamline, which overcame ZUS Coffee’s solid net defense after posting 11 blocks.
Jema Galanza also sizzled with 15 points while Michele Gumabao was equally unstoppable with 14 points.
Kate Santiago and Gagate had 19 and 16 points, respectively, while Michele Gamit and Glaudine Troncoso combined for 24 points for ZUS Coffee, which absorbed its third loss in five games.
The Damosa Land 5150 Triathlon is poised to offer a memorable race in Samal, Davao del Norte. Scheduled for Sept. 21, 2025, this inaugural event promises a scenic yet challenging course, solidifying Samal Island's status as a premier destination for wellness and adventure.
The Damosa Land 5150 Triathlon is poised to offer a memorable race in Samal, Davao del Norte. Scheduled for Sept. 21, 2025, this inaugural event promises a scenic yet challenging course, solidifying Samal Island's status as a premier destination for wellness and adventure.
Bridgeport on Samal Island promises an unforgettable experience for both triathletes and spectators, offering a stunning backdrop of one of the country's most enchanting tropical paradises.
Taking place in the luxurious Bridgeport community, the race features a 1.5km swim in crystal-clear waters, a 40km bike ride along the scenic Samal Circumferential Road, and a 10km run through Samal’s vibrant business center.
A Sprint Distance race, with shorter swim, bike and run segments, will also be held for beginners and seasoned athletes seeking a quicker challenge.
Island Garden City of Samal Mayor Al David Uy and Damosa Land president Cary Lagdameo emphasized the race’s alignment with Samal’s goals for health, wellness and sustainable tourism.
Organized by The IRONMAN Group, preparations are already in full swing for this blue-ribbon endurance race, to be held in the stunning Bridgeport community, a 13-hectare marina community, offering a stunning race venue with its East Coast Hampton-inspired design and modern amenities.
“It’s a great opportunity to showcase the beauty of Samal while promoting the well-being of our community," said Mayor Uy.
The event is part of the 5150 and Sunrise Sprint series, aiming to introduce newcomers to triathlons while challenging experienced competitors.
"Bridgeport blends Samal’s natural beauty with modern amenities, offering athletes and spectators an unparalleled experience," said Lagdameo.
Princess Galura, general manager of IRONMAN Group’s Sunrise Events, Inc., echoed these sentiments, saying: "Samal’s unique charm and warm hospitality make it the perfect location for a world-class race that will leave lasting memories."
Four more teams including Capital1 launch their respective title bids on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
Four more teams including Capital1 launch their respective title bids on Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.
Capital1 hopes to carry the intensity brought by former import Marina Tushova in its All-Filipino Conference campaign. (PVL Images)
The Solar Spikers clash with the Chery Tiggo Crossovers in the 6:30 p.m. nightcap hoping to make an impact after a seventh place finish in the last Reinforced Conference, while the Nxled Chameleons and the PLDT High Speed Hitters collide at 4 p.m.
Winners of the two matches will join opening-day victors Petro Gazz and Akari in this grueling, six-month conference that promises intense and heated action.
Capital1 seeks to showcase a new look with its mix of seasoned and promising players, and is expected to draw strength from the experience brought by former import Marina Tushova.
“We want to keep that drive and intensity brought by Marina. She set a good example and gave a higher bar of performance and we learned so much from her,” said Capital1 team manager Hollie Reyes.
Veterans Heather Guinoo, Jorelle Singh and Shola Alvarez are set to lead the Solar Spikers along with the young guns like Leila Cruz.
Chery Tiggo, for its part, is moving forward from the departures of star players Eya and EJ Laure, and Buding Duremdes, under a new coach in Normal Miguel and veterans Mylene Paat, Aby Maraño and Ara Galang.
In the other pairing, PLDT is leaning on Fil-Canadian Savi Davison to provide firepower along with seasoned players Majoy Baron, Mika Reyes and Jovie Prado, against another revamped team in Nxled, which has a new coach in Italian Ettore Guidetti.
“The team is a defensive one, so I don’t need to spend too much time on that. They love to dig. Normally, it’s difficult to score on the first attempt against my team, so right now we’re trying to raise the bar in other areas,” said Guidetti, who casts his eyes on May Luna, Lycha Ebon and Jaila Atienza.
The Women’s Cup is playing on its second weekend as the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) continues to strengthen its women’s football program to keep the momentum of the country’s qualification to the FIFA Women’s World Cup last year.
The Women’s Cup is playing on its second weekend as the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) continues to strengthen its women’s football program to keep the momentum of the country’s qualification to the FIFA Women’s World Cup last year.
The women’s national team members— Isabella Passion, Sofia Harrison, Reena Balajadia, Isabella Bandoja, Olivia McDaniel, Chandler McDaniel, Mary Christine Duran, Hazel Lustan, Hali Long, Inna Palacios, Quinley Quezada and Rhea Chan—with Philippine Football Federation general secretary Angelico Mercader, competitions committee chair Lovely Tababa Lovely Tababa and national team director Freddy Gonzalez and Coca-Cola vice-president for Philippine operations Pablo Medina Noriega.
PFF general secretary Angelico Mercader told Friday’s press conference that the federation’s women’s national team program will always be tops in the agenda and the Women’s Cup is proof of the federation’s mission to achieve its goal.
Coca-Cola, Mercader said, is an important partner for the endeavor.
“We’re very happy that for the second consecutive year, Coca-Cola has been a great supporter of the Women’s Cup heading to next year’s Women’s League that gives our women players the opportunity to play in a high level of competition,” said Mercader in the press conference at the Coca-Cola Philippine headquarters at the Bonifacio Global City.
Six teams—Kaya Football Club (FC) Iloilo, Stallion Laguna FC, Manila Digger FC, Beach Hut, Tuloy FC and Azzuri SC—are seeing action in the Women’s Cup that plays 10 match days at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on weekends.
Manila Digger beat Stallion Laguna, 2-1, and Beach Hut defeated Azzuri SC, 5-1, last weekend to kick off action in the event that is a prelude to the bigger PFF Women’s League Mercader said could be held in the first half of 2025.
Coca-Cola vice-president for Philippine operations Pablo Medina Noriega said that Filipino players have already proven that they can compete on the global after making it to the FIFA Women’s World Cup last year.
“Coca-Cola has always been a strong supporter of women in sports,” Noriega said. “So what we all aspire to do with the PFF is to help improve and provide these young women with the opportunities and resources so they can succeed both in and out of the pitch.”
The women’s national team, called Filipinas, made an impact in the World Cup when they beat co-host New Zealand, 1-0, a victory that resonated in football’s global stage.
With Mercader and Noriega in the press conference were PFF national team director Freddy Gonzalez and competitions committee chair Lovely Tababa as well as national players Isabella Passion, Sofia Harrison, Reena Balajadia, Isabella Bandoja, Olivia McDaniel, Chandler McDaniel, Mary Christine Duran, Hazel Lustan, Hali Long, Inna Palacios, Quinley Quezada and Rhea Chan.
