Manny Pacquiao - The Spirit of Filipino Unity

I must confess, I have never been a boxing fan, and I am pretty sure, I'll never become one. But meanwhile I became a fan of Manny Pacquiao. If I read all published articles and columns about him, I can't help myself, agreeing with them all. Even as an expat, who really doesn't like boxing.

Manny is Maximus. And as a Manila Bulletin writer voiced out: "He is pound-for-pound the best boxer in the world, the Fighter of the Decade, the People's champion, the fighting pride of Sarangani, a testament to the Filipinio spirit, a symbol of national unity, an inspiration.

Yes, I don't enjoy watching this bloody sport too as it pits one with killer instinct over another, as Philippine Star columnist Domini M. Torrevillas,wrote a couple of days ago.  But, of course, it feels good that there is someone with brave and simple "probinsyano" (provincial) charm giving the Philippines a good image. 

Boxing is a job, but as he said, he'll not do it forever. Filipino people love him, people in general, people everywhere... .

For living up to his "lofty billing as the mythical pound-for-bound best boxer in the world  when he dominated and outclassed his American opponent Sugar Shane Mosly", ComVal Rep. Zamora-Apsay commended Sarangani Rep. Emmanuel D. Pacquiao in House Resolution No. 1207, which she filed on May 9, 2011.

"We have so gotten used to his victories that there is no doubt he will win every time he steps on the ring, But his latest triumph cemented the recognition that he is one of the history's best if not the best prizefight ever", she said.

HR No. 1207 also recognizes the fact that rep. Pacquiao continues to make the country proud and the House of Representatives in particular being the only elected official in the Philippines to have won a world title in the sport of boxing.

"What makes Congressman Manny's accomplishment extra special and meaningful is the fact that he dedicates every fight and victory to the Filipino people. He even symbolically wore yellow gloves to call for unity among Filipino", the lady solon added.

Manny Pacquiao - not such a successful boxer here in the Philippines. For some readers  surely not easy to understand and believe... .

Boots in The Philippines

Since I was able to meet and talk to some Philippine fashion designers, I learned, that "everything can be"!

Yes, also boots in the Philippines.

From knee-high boots to wedge booties, the ironic Parisian's (French) boot collection is over the top in style and attitude. Also here in the Philippines. As a national paper published two weeks ago: Boots are back in the Philippines.

Girls, walk the streets of your city in style with booties that take the chic-to-edgy route in sophisticated hues of brown or black. That's what the commercials said... .

Sure, it looks great.

How about the tropical temperatures in this wonderful country...?

2 Swedes Guilty of Human Trafficking in Mindanao

Check out this important post by JB Deveza from the Inquirer Mindanao: 


2 Swedes guilty of human trafficking - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos

BRITANNIA GROUP OF ISLANDS: Surigao del Sur’s Best Kept Secret

A great post and wonderful photos you shouldn't  miss. Check out:

BRITANNIA GROUP OF ISLANDS: Surigao del Sur’s Best Kept Secret

Studying in Germany?/Studieren in Deutschland ? (II)

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is a joint association of the German higher education institutions and is responsible for promoting academic relations with institutions abroad, above all by awarding scholarships. Its programmes are open for all countries and all subjects, and aim to benefit foreigners and Germans alike, In addition, the DAAD supports the international activities of Germany's higher education institutions by providing various services - such as information and publication programmes, advice, support and guidance - and by playing an advisory role in the formation of foreign cultural, education and research policy. 

I learned this during my last stay in Manila while meeting DAAD-lecture Miss Natalie Lange (just being back from Indonesia!), who holds office at the University of the Philippines Diliman, Faculty Center in Quezon City.

For detailed information on all the activity fields of the DAAD please go to http://www.daad.de.

Hopefully and with the support of the DOST - Department of Science and Technology, some time this year an information event will be launched also in Davao City. 

Scholarships for foreign advanced students, graduates and holders of doctorates are awarded for study, research or continuing training stays at state and state-recognized education institutions as well as non-university research institutions in Germany.

General information on study opportunities in Germany and on the contact addresses for the German universities can be found on the following website: http://www.hochschulkompass.de or in English http://www.higher-education-compass.de.

By the way: the level of German language skills required depends primarily on the planned study or research project. Foreign students who wish to matriculate at a German university, must, as a rule, be able to prove that they are adequately proficient in the German language. Where can I study the German language in the Philippines? Check out my Goethe    Institute Manila link on this website (Important links), where you can also find several partner schools, i.e. the University of Southeastern Philippines in Davao City, where I am teaching German as faculty member since almost three years now.

More specific information will be following soon this website - and hopefully in future personal a DAAD info point in Davao City too.

Check Out Also My Second Site....

It might helpful also to check out my second expat site. Enjoy reading and have fun.

Sicher hilft es auch ab und zu, meine zweite Auswandererseite zu besuchen. Viel Spass beim Lesen und gute Unterhaltung!

http://www.germaninthephilippines.tropicalpenpals.com 

Studying in Germany? Studieren in Deutschland?

It would be a good choice. 

During my last stay in Manila, I was able to meet DAAD-Lektorin Natalie Lange, from the German Academic Exchange Service (Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst) with main office at the University of the Philippines Diliman, Faculty Center, Department of European Languages, Quezon City.

After an interesting brainstorming I learned that the DAAD is also planning to open a branch office for consultations in Davao City with Engineer Dietmar Speckmaier.  I'll be meeting Dietmar Speckmaier also soon this coming week. Hopefully I can report more about our plan here on my website soon.

Studying in Germany! Sure, many are interested, but many more questions are coming up.

Studieren in Deutschland! Klar, viele sind daran interessiert, aber noch viel mehr Fragen kommen auf.  

Sarangani Bay Festival 2011

The Mindanao Tourism Council is ready for the "Southern Invasion" from May 20-21, 2011 with a delegation of its officers, travel operators, members of the media (I am glad, I'll be joining!) and other tourism stakeholders for the biggest beach party in Southern Philippines.

The Sarangani Bay Fest 2011 will be sponsored by Hon. Congressman Manny Pacquiao, Hon. Board Member Nene Saguitguit and the Provincial Government of Sarangani for the hosted meals and accomodation.

See you there - and/or  expect more details here on my website.

Carmen and Goerges Bizet

If you talk or write about Classical Music and its composers, he shouldn't be forgotten:

Georges Bizet

Check out more here:

http://www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com

Day Off in The Philippines

That's why I also love to stay (and work) in the Philippines... .

Das ist auch ein Grund, warum ich gern auf den Philippinen lebe und arbeite... .