Please check out this very important post and a statement, which is also coming from the bottom of my heart being a foreign journalist, living in the wonderful Philippines for good since 1999 and forever... .
Media must tell the truth, says priest
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Camiguin Island - an Island of Your Imagination Born On Fire
I never expected having a very hectic schedule as an expatriate living in the Philippines. BUT, I still take my time out, travelling around this beautiful country, especially Mindanao.
Camiguin is a very small island province of the Philippines off the northern coast of Mindanao. Its capital is Mambajao. The island of Camiguin is in the Bohol Sea about 10 km north of Misamis Oriental.
Sagay Church facade
The name Camiguin is derived from the native word "Kamagong", a tree of the Ebony family that thrives near Lake Mainit in the province of Surigao del Norte. The original inhabitants of Camiguin were "manobos" who migrated from Surigao. The old native language in Camigiun is called "Kinamiguin", which is similar to the dialcet speaken in Suriago.
(During the volcanic birth of mount Vulcan, some areas in the town of Bonbon subsided, sinking the cemetery of the town below sea level.)
There are a lot of tourist destinations, i.e. the Old Catarman Church Ruins in Bonbon, 16 km's from the center of Catarman. What remains are ruins of adobe walls, belfry and convent that are testimonials to the devastating 1871 earthquake which wiped out the illustrious town of Catarman established earlier as a Spanish settlement in 1967.
(Katibawasan Falls, 5 km South East from Mambajao)
Camiguin Island - this means Tuasan Falls, Sto. Nino Cold Spring, Mount Hibok-Hibok, Old Vulcan, 13 kms west of the capital Mambajao, the "White Island", 3 kms across Agogo and Yumbing, an uninhabited small white sand bar and many other places to be discovered.
Remembering the history of classical composers - Klaus Doring's Classical Music
Many people misunderstand, if I am talking about classical music. they think about the Beatles during the 1960s and maybe about some Swing from the 1930s. Sure, it's also classical music.
I am talking about the last 400 years - and hey, please don't misinterpret me. Not every classical music is Beethoven or "terrible opera music", by the way, why "terrible"???
Check out Franz von Suppe.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Peace Education in Mindanao
Peace education in Mindanao - very important. Check out my post here;
http://www.germaninthephilippines.tropicalpenpals.com
Saturday, May 21, 2011
SMART, GLOBE, SUN - An Amazing Cellphone Company Competition in The Philippines
The cellphone companies' competition in the Philippines is becoming smarter and smarter, more globally under the sun.
Speaking of competition: Leading wireless service provider SMART is rallying running enthusiasts and nature lovers (including me) to join an advocacy run for the benefit of the environment.
Dubbed "Run for the Environment', the event will be held in partnership with the WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature - Philippines) on May 22, at 5 a.m. at SM City of Davao City.
Be there and JOIN! See you there!
And check out more:
http://www.germaninthephilippines.tropicalpenpals.com
And check out more:
http://www.germaninthephilippines.tropicalpenpals.com
14 Points to Ponder For a Solar Home in The Philippines
Every time I stayed in Spain during the 1980s in my friend's Solar home I planned to ponder for a solar house in the Philippines. During the 1990s my house has been almost finished. 1999 me and my family moved in. Solar? No question! No decision yes! The prizes kept me breathless - and also the monthly electric bill.
Philippines, a "sunny country"... . BUT... !
Check out also the following post:
14 points to ponder for a solar home
Friday, May 20, 2011
MILF Flags Possible Peace Deal
(MILF panel chairman Mohagher Iqbal)
The Philippine government peace panel's target to strike a comprehensive agreement with Muslim rebels within one year "is very possible"... .
Check out more here:
MILF flags possible peace deal
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Studying in Germany? Studieren in Deutschland? (III)
Postgratuate Courses with Special Relevance to Devolping Countries have been launched!
The funds for its programme are provided by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development, which aims its giving junior executives an opportunity to attend such degree courses.
The typical scholarship holder will come either from a public authority or state or private company and as such be engaged in the planning and execution of directors and projects with emphasis on development policy having a bearing on technogicial, economic or social areas.
Applicants should be submitted to any of the following:
- Application to the German Embassy Manila no later then July 31, 2011;
- Or, application to the DAAD Head Office no later then August 31, 2011;
- Or directly to the university no later then October 15, 2011.
Visit also:
Should there be any more questions please don't hesitate to contact the German Embassy in Manila/Philippines, Miss Davina Dy, Press and Cultural Section, Tel. 02-7023000 during office hours.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
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...?
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