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Pacquiao-Clottey in Dallas

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The Vancouver 2010 Winter Games was an experience of a lifetime. We all celebrated Sidney Crosby’s overtime gold winning goal as an entire nation. That was magical. Read about the other Olympic experiences from Vancouver 2010.

March 13. Pacquiao. Clottey. Dallas. Go Pacman!

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Lucky Supermarket Grand Opening, March 13

Edmonton-based Lucky Supermarket opens 20,000 sqft retail grocery store on Notre Dame & McPhillips Street. See pages 16,17,18.

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Arum: Pacquiao faces toughest fight

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OLLYWOOD – Freddie Roach said Wednesday that Manny Pacquiao can knock Joshua Clottey out inside nine rounds.

Most people would believe the fourtime Trainer of the Year. But not Bob Arum, the promoter, who said it may go the other way.

“I don’t know how you’ll knock Clottey out,” said the Top Rank big boss who happens to promote the two fighters who will slug it out on March 13 at the Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Arum, the greatest salesman in boxing, tried hard to keep his feelings to himself even if in the past he had described Pacquiao as “the greatest fighter ever” and therefore would be very hard to beat.

But he said Wednesday at the Wild Card Gym, as Pacquiao was hosting his final media

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workout before the fight, that Clottey will be the toughest fight for the Filipino champion over the last two years.

And that the unexpected can always happen in Texas.

“I would be much more surprised if Manny knocks him out,” said Arum, who tried to ignore the tremendous odds going against the 33-year-old Clottey, who is at minus-350 against Pacquiao’s plus-500.

He said the odds are just a reflection of how people, particularly the fight fans, look at the fight, and that in their minds it’s going to be very, very difficult for Pacquiao to absorb his first loss in five years.

“The odds would say that Manny Pacquiao, after the (Ricky) Hatton victory (in May 2009), after the (Miguel) Cotto victory (in November 2009), is now Superman. And people judge him accordingly.”

Hollywood,Calif. --- Seven-time world champion and “Fighter of the Decade” Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao,General Santos,Philippines works out during media day at the Wildcard Boxing Club Wednesday as he winds down his training camp for his upcoming World Welterweight championship against challenger Joshua Clottey of Ghana.

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LP’s “voyage to change”

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Power Plants shutdown triggers Metro Metro water Manila brownouts supply adequate the shut down of two major coal- - officials

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he National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) announced a 2 to 3-hour brownout in Metro Manila due to

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40-seater bus designed with the faces of Liberal Party (LP) standard bearers Noynoy Aquino and Mar Roxas and the 12 senatorial candidates was recently launched to stress the party’s “voyage to change” this coming elections.

The bus was named the “Landas ng Pagbabago” and will serve as the campaign vehicle

of LP candidates nationwide.

According to LP campaign manager Sen. Kiko Pangilinan, the bus symbolizes the party’s own “voyage to create genuine change” especially in the fight against corruption. The vehicle will initially head to Baguio, Pangasinan, and La Union this March.

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fired power plants supplying the Luzon grid.

NGCP said the shutdown of Sual 1 (647 MW) operated by Team Energy Philippines and Masinloc 1 (315 MW) owned and operated

by AES Corporation resulted in the generation deficiency in the Luzon grid by 478MW. Operators of Masinloc and the Sual coal fired plants said the shutdown was caused by “boiler tube leak”. The peak demand in the Luzon grid hits 6,655MW higher than the available capacity of 6,177MW.

Mar, Noynoy vow transparency in government

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government under Liberal Party stalwarts Senators Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III and Manuel “Mar” Roxas II will ensure transparency and easy access to media whether friend or foe, unlike the inaccessible and tightlipped President Arroyo.

“We understand the value of media, whether they criticize us or not, whether it is good or bad news.

We may not agree with what you

(media) are saying, but we will fight for your right to say it,” vice presidential candidate Roxas told a news conference in Dumaguete City.

Roxas lamented that it has become ironic that nowadays, people would rather complain to media entities, which they think have much more credibility, than to the government mired in bureaucratic red tape that has spawned massive corruption.

Mrs. Arroyo stopped holding press conferences and started rejecting interviews from media in 2005, a year after she won the elections, and at the height of the “Hello, Garci” scandal that implicated her in the alleged rigging of ballots in the 2004 elections.

Malacañang spokesmen now conduct news briefings.

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here will be sufficient water supply in Metro Manila despite the dwindling water level in the Angat Dam, water authorities said Thursday (March 4).

Water release for irrigation in the provinces of Bulacan and Pampanga, however, will be reduced because the dam’s water level is likely to drop to a critical 180 meters in a month.

The Angat Dam supplies 97 percent of Metro Manila’s potable water requirement.

Engineer Rodolfo German, manager of the Angat River Hydroelectric Power Plant said that the dam’s water level yesterday dropped to 190.5 meters.

The dam’s water level drops an average of one meter every three days. Without rain, the dam is now relying on inflows of nine cubic meters per second from the Umiray River in Quezon province that passes through the 13-kilometer Umiray-Angat Transbasin Project tunnel.

“We still have enough water for Metro Manila until the end of summer. Hopefully, we’ll have rains by April and May so that there will be no need for water rationing and that local farmers can start preparing their farmlands,” German said.

German added the water level in Angat Dam is fast receding because of its funnel-like shape.

The wider surface causes more water to evaporate while the narrower bottom holds less water.

Arroyo son criticized on partylist bid

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he eldest son of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Pampanga Representative Juan Miguel “Mikey” Arroyo was criticized by some partylist congressmen on his reported bid to run again for a seat in the House of Representatives as a partylist nominee of Ang Galing Pinoy (AGP), a group of security

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guards, transport operators and other sectors.

Representatives Teodoro Casino of Bayan Muna and Risa Hontiveros of Akbayan claimed Arroyo was unfit to represent a partylist group because he did not belong to the marginalized sector.

The presidential son decided not to seek a third term to pave the way for the candidacy of his mother in May.

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by Perry Diaz PerryDiaz@gmail.com

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The Glory of EDSA, the EDSA of Gloria

ast February 24, 2010, on the 24th anniversary of the People Power Revolution of 1986, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo delivered her final message to commemorate EDSA 1. She repeated the same cliché that she had been telling the people in the past several years: “The world embraced EDSA 1 in 1986. The world tolerated EDSA 2 in 2001. The world will not forgive an EDSA 3 but would instead condemn the Philippines as a country whose political system is hopelessly unstable.”

She said that the “glorious revolution” of EDSA 1 had deteriorated into partisanship over the years. “The Philippines has come a long way since 1986. We regained our freedom and our national pride, but somewhere along the way we became complacent. People Power gained a partisan meaning that started to divide the nation once more,” she said in her speech.

The glory of EDSA 1 Those who have been at Epifanio delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) on that fateful day 24 years ago would agree that it was indeed a “glorious revolution.” They would agree that they have regained our freedom and our national pride. And they would also agree that the world embraced EDSA 1. Indeed, not only did the world embrace EDSA 1, it emulated EDSA 1. EDSA 1 inspired the people of Eastern Europe to break loose from the yoke of communism.

And like dominoes, the Soviet client states freed themselves one by one and established democratic governments. That was the glory of EDSA 1.

EDSA 1 restored the democratic institution that we lost when the dictator Ferdinand Marcos imposed one-man rule under martial law in 1972. Cory Aquino, the widow of the martyr Ninoy Aquino, took over the presidency. The following year a new constitution was fashioned with

a provision that would prevent any form of dictatorship from emerging again.

The new republic under the 1987 constitution survived several coup attempts during Cory’s presidency and stabilized during President Fidel V. Ramos’ term.

But Ramos’ successor, President Joseph “Erap” Estrada didn’t do too well. Once again, corruption started to show its ugly head in the government.

The EDSA 2 of Gloria After 18 months in office, Erap was ousted under “mysterious” circumstances. On January 19, 2001, Armed Forces Chief of Staff Angelo Reyes withdrew his support for Erap and joined Gloria’s supporters.

Gloria’s group then linked up with people who were rallying against Erap at the EDSA Shrine. However, they were unaware that something was cooking up. And -- bingo! -you have “EDSA 2 People Power.”

The following morning, Gloria faxed a memo to Chief Justice Hilario Davide Jr. informing him that Erap “is permanently incapable of performing the duties of his office resulting in his permanent disability to govern and serve his unexpired term.” An hour later, at high noon, Gloria took her oath as President before Davide. That was the EDSA 2 of Gloria.

Was EDSA 2 a “people power” in the true meaning of EDSA 1?

Or was it a coup d’etat? If EDSA 1 was the “Glorious Revolution,” EDSA 2 may very well be called “Gloria’s Revolution,” or, more aptly, “Gloria’s Counterrevolution.”

Isn’t that what really happened in EDSA 2?

What we gained in EDSA 1 was reversed in EDSA 2. Within four days after Gloria took over the presidency, the first act of corruption was allegedly made by no other than her old friend, the newly appointed

Secretary of Justice. It was downhill since then. Corruption scandal after corruption scandal followed. As poll surveys showed a few years later, Gloria presided over the “most corrupt government in Asia” and she was deemed as the “most corrupt President in the history of the Philippines.” Once again, the country was divided. People rallied against her and called for her resignation. Impeachment petitions were filed against her in Congress.

However, her allies in Congress thrashed all the petitions.

EDSA 3 Gloria’s oft-repeated cliché, “The world will not forgive an EDSA 3 but would instead condemn the Philippines as a country whose political system is hopelessly unstable,” has been her defense against any attempt to remove her from office. The truth is: the world couldn’t care less if there was EDSA 3. The world has already condemned the Philippines long time ago as the “Sick Man of Asia.” And, lately, derisively as the “Armpit of Asia.”

And the United Nations chastised Gloria’s government for not doing anything to stop the extrajudicial killings and forced disappearances of dissenters, activists, and media people.

The Philippines doesn’t need forgiveness, it needs redemption.

It needs EDSA 3 to put the country back on the road to peace and progress, a detour from the road to perdition that Gloria’s EDSA 2 has taken us. I am talking about a new “people power” revolution -- using ballots, not bullets -- at the polls on May 10, 2010.

The elections on May 10 would give the people a grand opportunity to change the government and unravel the Gordian knot of corruption and poverty. What the country needs is an “Alexander” who will not be deterred by the overwhelming

March 5 - 20, 2010 power of those who will defend the status quo in a land ruled too long by plutocrats and kleptocrats. What the people need is a leader who is guided by the spirit of EDSA 1 and lead a peaceful “people power” revolution to free them from the yoke of poverty. That leader would emerge if the people would flex their collective strength at the polls on May 10 to elect the candidate who will fulfill the promises of EDSA 1 and not a candidate who will make promises to fulfill his personal ambitions.

That would be the glory of EDSA 3.

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by R. Reis Pagtakhan, LL.B., B.A. (Hons.) rrp@aikins.com

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Making a Will

hen making their wills, many people spend time deciding who will get their properties after they die.

Although this is important, there are other pressing decisions to consider.

executors, guardians, or trustees, you should meet with them first to explain what you want them to do and to ensure that they agree with your wishes. The last thing you would want is to choose someone who would not want to do what you wished him to do.

that wills would typically not be opened until days or even weeks after your death. In many cases, your bereaved family has to deal first with the immediate grief and funeral arrangements. So, if you want to be cremated or buried, let people know it before you die.

The last thing you would want is for your family to bury you only for them to find out a couple of weeks later that you would have rather been cremated.

Simple as it seems, a will can be one of the most important documents that you will ever sign.

Therefore, you should carefully review all its aspects before making one.

Choosing your executors, guardians, and trustees Make sure your loved ones This article is prepared for In many wills, there are know whether you want to be general information purposes paragraphs that appoint people buried or cremated only and is intended to provide who will take care of the You should remember also comments for readers and friends following: of Filipino Journal. The contents should not be • dividing up the viewed as legal advice or property (the opinion. If you have specific executors); questions concerning • looking after their immigration law, you should young children discuss them with a legal (guardians); advisor of your choice.

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A kindness a Day

n this increasingly dog eat dog world, many of us seem to have forgotten one basic human act, that is kindness.

Kindness is defined as “the act or the state of being kind, marked by charitable behavior, mild disposition, pleasantness, tenderness and concern for others.”

In religious ethics, “kindness” is also considered to be one of the seven virtues ( opposites of the seven deadly sins), that is the direct opposite of envy.

Based on this definition, kailan ka huling nagpakita ng kabutihan sa iyong kapwa? Kung hindi mo na matandaan, aba, kabahan ka kaibigan. Baka sa sarili mong

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You don’t have to do something spectacular to be kind.

Simple things will suffice, like a sincere smile for the person you meet on the street; being happy for your friend’s accomplishment instead of being envious or jealous; thinking kind thoughts about others instead of laughing at them behind their backs; caring for others; doing a favor for someone without expecting a reward; being honest. Simple everyday things that we often overlook because we are so used to doing the opposite.

The saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” may have started as a nursery rhyme from an ancient Roman proverb, but it has proven its worth time and again.

Just like it, I hope “a kindness a day will keep the bad thoughts and acts at bay.” Consider it our very own contribution, however little, in the struggle to make this world a better place.

pamilya o di kaya mga itinuturing mong kaibigan ay nakakalimutan mo nang maging mabuti.

If you follow current events you will not miss the news reports about taxi drivers in the city being assaulted by passengers; of people being accosted in the streets even in the light of day; of children being abused by the very people who should be caring for them; of people in power abusing their positions for their own gain...I can go on and on. Hindi magagawa ng isang tao ang manakit, manlamang, manliit o mag-isip ng masama laban sa kanyang kapwa kung mabuti ang kanyang kalooban.

Hanggang sa muli!

Rock against Ignorance:

A Milestone in Winnipeg’s Filipino Music Scene photographs by Arnel San Jose and Dulce Mariano

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he music and art show “Rock against Ignorance,” held on February 19 at West End Cultural Centre, presented by Winnipeg’s Filipino Artists & Music Enthusiasts and m2 Productions, was a success.

Aside from being well-organized and well-attended, it was also the first-ever Filipino-organized concert whose primary goal was to encourage musicians to perform their original compositions. Aside from featuring original music by the bands Here the World, Narra, Skip the Silence, Sacrament, and haLf man haLf eLf, it also showcased the works of local

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photographer Arnel San Jose (of Jeprox Photography) and tattoo artist Ronald Yaya. The event also caught the attention of nonFilipino entities such as CBC Radio, ITV News, and Uptown Magazine. The headliners haLf man haLf eLf are Jun Villanueva on guitars, Gilbert Trillana on keyboards, Niño Intac on bass, Bert Nicanor on drumkit/ percussion, and aLfie vera mella on vocals/keyboards/percussion.

The organizers wishes to thank all the sponsors, volunteers, and mediapersons who helped promote and make the event successful.

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Little Things Mean a Lot

read my e-mail every day, usually first thing in the morning or soon after breakfast.

One morning, a blogger sent goose bumps up and down my spine.

Her name is Joylyn Alonso, and she wrote on January 29, 2010, an open letter to Sen. Noynoy Aquino, who is running for President of the Philippines in the upcoming election this year.

After narrating how her grandfather (whom she calls Tatay) took to the streets when Ninoy Aquino was assassinated and when Cory Aquino became president and later passed away, and how Tatay took his whole family to Manila Memorial Park to pay respect to the Aquinos on August 21, 2009— Ninoy’s death anniversary, Joylyn made what she thought was an impossible request.

It turned out that her 63-yearold Tatay was diagnosed with latestage cancer with multiple organ malfunctions and had expressed a wish to meet Noynoy before Tatay passes on. Being poor and with no pull, the family did not think there’s a chance. Our blogger Joylyn thought she would give it a shot even in the dark. She said, “Tatay expected to see the Aquinos. I know it cannot, in any way, heal or make his illness disappear; but all of us would be glad to see him happy and contented that his wish be granted. I am afraid that this will be his last request in this world. I will be …happy if his wish will come true, while surviving cancer and he would carry this happiness as long as he lives. I know God will make a way. God Bless!”

Here’s her blog on Saturday, January 30, 2010.

HINDI AKO NAG-IISA! I know it’s too much, but last night I prayed to God. I asked him to show up to heal Tatay. Little did I know, God has proven and shown himself to me…in the person of

Senator Noynoy. The rest of the nation believes in him; and by him, people will pray.

Our prayers will reach God. I always believe in God. I know I’ve seen God. I have experienced God. And I want the whole nation to be close to God through prayers.

Now, I do believe, HINDI AKO NAG-IISA. My open letter was closed.

Sealed with a kiss. As we always believe, this man will never ever disappoint us. Tatay’s wish was granted.

Noynoy visited him here in the hospital. It only goes to show what kind of man he is...a very goodhearted one.

Tatay was shocked seeing Senator Noynoy. But we were more shocked when Tatay tried to sit after being bedridden for four days. The smile in his face—PRICELESS. God bless this man.... I am so proud I have chosen and will forever support him. But there are two people up there far more proud than anybody else—Mr. and Mrs. Aquino. My blog is a living testimony that simple people like us are worthy of his attention and sympathy. Tatay said: “Hindi mo na kailangan pang ikampanya.”

Joylyn Alonso Makati Medical Center Room 779 I know people resort to gimmicks in an election, and I have no way to verify this incident. But having seen how self-effacing our late President Cory Aquino was, I am inclined to think that this is a case of “Like mother, like son.”

Probably some pro-Noynoy blogger saw Joylyn’s blog and forthwith got hold of Noynoy’s headquarters to see how he could accommodate a longtime supporter.

I am sorry to say that Philippine elections have been dirty, violent, and often lacking in decency. The massacre last November 2009 in Maguindanao in which the wife and other family members of a candidate for governor and at least 34 journalists were raped, mutilated, and killed really blew the mind. GMA declared Martial Law in Maguindanao for 10 days in December and suspects were rounded. There should be no tolerance for such wanton lawlessness. The guilty should be punished to the limit of the law. When will this insanity and inhumanity stop?

It is always a breath of fresh air when a candidate does some kind and heartwarming deed towards a kababayan as Noynoy did. Mabuhay ang kabutihan ng tao at ang bayang Pilipinas!

No doubt. A hero was born.

How many times have we seen political candidates do acts of compassion and kindness like this but only to make political capital out of it? Noynoy Aquino just did it because he felt it was the compassionate and kind thing to do.

Noynoy did not bring a media team to cover his visit. He did not brag about it. He did not issue any media statement to announce it. Now that is integrity, honesty, genuine compassion, and kindness.

It takes a politician of exceptional character not to make political capital out of this visit.

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2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Part II

2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic unifies the country into a one single power of nationalism, pride, and identity!

by Rod E. Cantiveros

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ome to Robson Square and let yourself carried by the singing revellers wearing the ubiquitous red and white!

The Maple Leaf becomes the signature of identity of unity and pride and uniqueness as Canadians.

And try to navigate the vast Granville Avenue teeming with young and old alike who are celebrating the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic.

And join the kilometric line of people wanting to buy a piece of Olympic souvenirs at the Bay. Canadians and tourists and athletes alike seem to follow one script written by Olympic officials to make the Olympic games as the most successful international sporting events ever staged. Such passion and love filter the air among adrenalin filled individuals who are free to roam and sing “Oh Canada” on top of their voices especially when Team Canada won the gold medal after a nail bitting overtime at the Hockey House.

What a celebration I have witnessed. People smile at you.

Strangers ask some questions about the games, about the tickets, about the Pavillion, about the best restaurants and night clubs. From the condo of my son, John in Gastown, we do all the walking to get a hot coffee on the first floor of the building; we do all the walking going to the various sites of action; we do the walking to enjoy the best food being served. Vancouver is a paradise of food and drinks.

Going to the restaurants and clubs are exciting adventures. Crowded restaurants and night clubs are symbols of good business and happy nights. I know Vancouver never sleeps during the Olympic games.

We visit the Manitoba Centre near the Canada place.

members. Thousands of visitors are welcomed at the Pavillion.

Next stop is the Alberta Pavillion and i am surprised the province showcase: just a plain bar scene with stage. Sans exhibits. I do join the line for the Aboriginal, Maritimes provinces, Saskatchewan, Quebec.

And in Ontario I have witnessed the 4-D presentations. You could feel the water splashing on your face; your seat is shaking as if you were a passengers in a roller coaster. Such

Early Saturday, Ron and I walk to have breakfast near the Manitoba Pavillion. (Manitoba Centre won a prize from Vanoc as the most sustainable Pavillion ever built for the Olympic. Seeing the exhibits at the Manitoba Pavillion it is too early, We have to eat our breakfast before seeing the exhibits at the Manitoba Pavillion. We realize that the Pavillion opens at 11 a.m.

After thirty minutes, we join the line which is getting longer and longer. Wherever you go to see the Pavillions, the Olympic Flames cauldron, the restaurants and night clubs, even the washrooms, longer lines exist. Patience is the order of the day.

Security is tight at the entrance Pavillion. Upon seeing the Pavilion, the Manitoba Centre, i do feel proud of the quality of exhibits, of presentation of various cultural components of Manitoba; and most especially a replica of the Museum of Human Rights. We meet Kim Jasper, Communication Manager, CMHR and Arni Thorsteinson, Chairman, Canadian Museum of Human Rights; and other staff

a 4-D experience I have never had before.

While we walk, we ask ourselves why there are very few British Columbia Filipinos join the Olympic fever. One woman says: “Wala yatang hilig...karamihan ay nagtratrabaho.” And some Filipino tourists are eager to know if we are the official representatives to the Olympic. My two sons and I wear the hockey jersey with a crest of Philippine Hockey Team.

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We become the photographers’ favorite wherever we go. We become the tourists attractions in a certain way. Such a feeling I have to experience my first 1st Olympic trip.

During the Olympic, there is also a cultural olympiad. I just saw China’s “Monkey King.” The “Monkey King” is a rock musical presented by the Republic of China and the show is heading to Toronto.

And i had no time to see other countries presentations. As usual, there is no Philippine participation (too busy with politics).

What amazes me is the feeling of Canadian nationalism. Wherever we go and meet thousands of people, strangers become friends. I do join the singing of “Oh Canada”.

I do feel proud as a Canadian. There is ambience of friendship, of one commitment to savour the winnings of our Canadian athletes. And when Alex Bilodeau wins the first gold, the crowd runs berserk hoisting Canadian flags and singing the anthem at the top of their voices.

The sea of patriots overcome the streets of Vancouver.

I have to leave Vancouver City with memories of the joys of winning; the adrenalin-filled Olympic fans; and the panoramic view of city of snow-capped mountain; of salt-tasting air as you drift along the False Creek; of the sky train which is free to ride for 60 days...but most of all the feeling of belonging in the country which hosts the most successful Olympic games ever staged and most important, the 14 golds (with the total 26 medals) that our Canadians Olympic heroes receive on the podium.

Go Canada Gold Go!

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Lucky Supermarket all stocked up and ready for business Grand Opening scheduled for Saturday, March 13

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ilipinos in Winnipeg now have a new supermarket to shop at and offers a wider selection of Filipino grocery products. Edmonton based Lucky Supermarket opened last month near Notre Dame and McPhillips Street. The new 20,000 sq ft grocery store targets Chinese, Vietnamese and Filipino shoppers.

The new facility should be able to offer shoppers with a wider selection of products at cheaper prices than other Asian grocers in Winnipeg.

Lucky Supermarket offers hot cooked food featuring many Filipino, Chinese and other Asian inspired dishes. The food is available for take-out or can be enjoyed at it’s multi-seat food concession area. Coming soon to the food offering is the sushi, dimsum and Vietnamese sub sandwiches.

Lucky Supermarket is a Canadian independent grocery store known for: * Specializing in food from all over Asia such as Vietnam, China, Philippines, Japan, Korea and Thailand. * A great selection of both grocery and non-food items at low prices. * Local and exotic fresh fruits and vegetables arriving daily. * Abundance of live, fresh and frozen seafood. * Top quality meats, with fullservice to your individual needs. * Taste of Asia fresh from our Bakery, Deli and Barbecue departments. * Large selection of dish wares, kitchen wares, woks and rice cookers.

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to be part of. More importantly, the sense of Canadian pride and nationalism was elevated to a level that words can’t describe.

Like many Canadians, for 18 days we were all glued to our TV sets hoping, wishing and praying for our Canadian athletes to be

the very best in the world. The 18 days in Vancouver was full of memories that will last a lifetime.

And now it’s over and life is back to normal. What was your favorite and most memorable experience?

Here are some of mine!

My Olympic Adventure

e all saw the headlines!

Canada The Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic.

Were you part of the 16.8 million Canadians that jumped, screamed and woo hoo’d when

Sidney Crosby scored the overtime goal against Team USA and earned Canada a record 14 gold medals? I will admit that being in Vancouver for the Olympics was one of the greatest experiences

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Philippine Entertainment News

Bicolana beauty chosen as 2010 Bb. Pilipinas-Universe

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Bicolana beauty leads this year’s winners of the Bb. Pilipinas beauty pageant who were chosen during the 2010 Grand Coronation Night held last March 6 at the Araneta Coliseum.

Maria Venus Raj of Camarines Sur was declared as

Bb. Pilipinas-Universe. She is 21 years old and stands 5′9”. Krista Mae Arrieta Kleiner was selected as Bb. Pilipinas-International. The 20-year-old former Miss USAPhilippines winner who hails from Quezon City is a Psychology graduate and has appeared in

various television programs. The Bb. Pilipinas-World title was won by 19-year-old Czarina Catherine Gatbonton of Bulacan.

The 1st and 2nd Runner Up honors went to Diane Necio and to Helen Nicolette Henson, respectively.

Aside from the title, Raj also won the Best in Long Gown, Best in Regional Terno, and Ms. Friendship awards. Kleiner won the Best in Talent and Best in Swimsuit. Henson was selected as Ms. Photogenic, Ms. Philippine Airlines and Ms. Fit ‘N Right.

‘Lobo’ honored with Ani ng Dangal Award

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ormer primetime teleserye ‘Lobo’ which last aired about two years ago was honored with the Ani ng Dangal for Multimedia Award by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCAA).

Actress Angel Locsin who starred in the teleserye and Director Cathy Garcia-Molina personally received the award presented by no less than President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo in Malacañang.

Locsin said she was overwhelmed by the recognition given to Lobo. She expressed her gratitude to all the cast and crew for the success that the teleserye achieved not only locally but also worldwide.

Gerald Anderson willing to work with other actresses

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iven the chance, young actor Gerald Anderson express his willingness to be paired with an actress other than Kim Chiu, especially someone who has been in showbiz way longer than he have.

The handsome actor said he and Kim have learned a lot from each other for the past four years of being paired together. Their

working chemistry has proven to be the factor for their effective on-screen partnership which their fans appreciated very much.

The actor however added that he is willing to wait for the right time, saying he trust the plans of the network bosses who surely know what is best for his showbiz career.

Piolo Pascual to be paired with Malaysian actress

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unky actor-singer-model Piolo Pascual will star opposite Malaysian actress Carmen Soo in Star Cinema’s upcoming movie that will also feature ‘May Bukas Pa’ child star Zaijan Jaranilla.

The Malaysian actress was best remembered in the Philippines when she starred opposite Jericho Rosales in the teleserye ‘Kahit Isang Saglit’. The actor said that he has yet to formally meet Soo in the yet untitled film project which will be directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina who also directed the successful ‘Miss You Like Crazy’.

Pascual is busy nowadays as the producer of the next installment of Kimmydora that stars funny woman Eugene Domingo. He is also preparing for his upcoming Heartthrob shows in the US with Sam Milby, John Lloyd Cruz, Richard Poon, Bea Alonzo, Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, and Pokwang.

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Larry & Tova Vickar bring a piece of Philippine history into Manitoba: a jeepney!

by Rod E. Cantiveros

“Quiapo! Quiapo! UST Morayta! excited to show the restored and newly painted jeepney to all.

Hoy, Miss upong diyes lang ho!

It all began when Larry and Pasay Harrison! Pasay Tova participated in the 2008 Harrison!. provincial trade mission in the ounds familiar? His voice Philippines. He got inspired how is buried by a cocophony of Filipinos revered jeepney not only sounds amidst the blastering as a mean of transportation but also music coming from the inside of a piece of history to be learned. the jeepney which is considered He assigned Steven Menkin on as an iconic treasure plying on the the possible acquisition of the streets of Manila, its environment jeepney.

The story of jeepney goes back and neighboring towns and cities.

Oh, yes the Filipino pride, after the 2nd Pacific War when the known as the” King of the Road” Americans left surplus jeepneys in the Philippines. Necessity arrived in Winnipeg!

And Oh yes, Larry & Tova dictated some Filipinos thought of Vickar can claim that they are the doing something and make use of only family to own this historic the American surplus. Everyone piece in North America. This knew that there was need of mass makes Larry and his wife Tova transportation in Manila. Calesa

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or caromata pulled by horses could not supply the demand of growing population. Sarao Body Shop in Cavite and Francisco Motors in Las Pinas found the surplus vehicle to be the answer to the needs. Creativity took over.

Formerly the surplus jeepney was open and it accommodated only at least 6 passengers. Metal roofs were added. The body builders extended the length of the passengers sections. Folkarts designs were added to reflect the Filipino sensibilities. Thus, the jeepney became the running image of the Filipino ingenuity.

And this jeepney became the part and parcel of the Filipino daily lives in the hustle-bustle of the City of Manila and its neighboring cities and towns. It is a great connection of history and cultural identity.

Jeepney had become the target of total recall by the government for it contributes to the pollution of the air; the traffic congestion of the streets and avenues; the safety of the passengers and the reliability during heavy rains and floods.

In spite of the campaign to remove the jeepneys from the streets, the people rallied for its survival. The iconic treasure survives!

Lately some jeepneys plying Makati City area are fitted with air

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conditioning units. And tourists and professionals love to hop from one office to another office.

“This is very unique collection that I have... and once it is restored, Winnipeg will see this special transportation plying on the streets of Winnipeg and beyond,” Larry says with a great

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smile. “I know that our Filipino friends would love to enjoy riding on this jeepney.”

Maples! Maples! Tyndall!

Keewatin!

Upong dolyar lang ho, Miss!

One more passenger! Maples!

Tyndall-Keewatin!

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feet and a large, rubbery snout.

It feeds on worms and insect larvae, freshwater shrimps, and freshwater crayfish that it digs out of the riverbed with its snout or catches while swimming.

The echidna (also called spiny anteater) is a small mammal whose body is covered with coarse hair and spines. Outwardly, echidnas resemble the anteaters [Are There Mammals that Lay Eggs?] of South America and other spiny mammals like hedgehogs and porcupines. They have elongated and slender snouts that function ERON. Bagama’t kilala the echidna.

The platypus is a semi-aquatic both as a mouth and as a nose. ang mga hayop na nabibilang sa Class mammal endemic to eastern They have very short, strong limbs Mammalia na nagluluwal ng Australia, including Tasmania. with large claws that are used for digging. The echidna has a buháy na supling tiny mouth and a toothless (‘live birth’), may jaw. It feeds by tearing open uri ng mamalya soft logs, anthills and the na nangingitlog like, and uses its long, sticky imbes na tongue, which protrudes nanganganak. from its snout, to collect its Ang tawag sa mga prey. Its diet consists largely ito ay monotrema of ants, termites, worms, and (‘monotremes’)— insect larvae. mga mamalya na nabibilang Sa Madaling Salita sa order Hindi lang pala mga Monotremata. hayop na nabibilang sa Klaseng ibon, reptilya, at Egg-Laying ampibya ang nangingitlog Mammals kundi pati ilang uri ng Like other mamalya rin. m a m m a l s , monotremes are Or, in Simple Words warm-blooded, Not only species have hair on their of birds, reptiles, and bodies, produce milk through Its body and amphibians reproduce broad, mammary glands to feed their its by laying eggs, but also young, have a single bone in flat tail are mammals belonging to their lower jaw, and have three covered with order Monotremata middle-ear bones. However, they dense brown such as the platypus differ from other mammals in fur that traps and the echidna. the way they reproduce: They a layer of lay eggs instead of giving birth i n s u l a t i n g to live young. Two kinds of air to keep the animal warm. The Reference animals are classified under order platypus uses its tail for storage http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Monotremata—the platypus and of fat reserves. It has webbed Monotremata [03/04/10].

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From the Desk of

Councilor Mike Pagtakhan

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I Love to Read

ebruary is designated as I Love to Read Month in Manitoba and all across North America. This internationally celebrated month is the perfect time to promote early childhood interest in reading and to highlight the importance of literacy skills. In line with its observance, I volunteered as a book reader to students of Dufferin and Lord Nelson Schools where I enjoyed reading stories to children. This is my small way of encouraging children to read.

Aside from that, being a part of Winnipeg Public Library Board, I attended the 50th Anniversary of the Fort Garry P .

to borrow from the library large deposits of books for up to four months at a time. These deposits are selected by library staff with pickup and delivery by the institution. The institution is financially responsible for the books and their return. For more information on deposits, contact the Outreach Librarian at 986-6475.

Sunday Hours Effective February 21, 2010, the Henderson and Pembina Trail Libraries will be open every Sunday, from 1–5 p.m., until the May long weekend.

Millennium Library Park Upgrade Underway In November 2009, work began on a major renovation and upgrade of the Millennium Library Park. Build in the 1970s, this downtown park is located overtop a two-storey parkade at the south end of the Millennium Library.

City Council has committed $2.4 million to the project in addition to $1.4 million from the other two levels of government as part of the Manitoba Rural Infrastructure Fund. This funding will be used to transform the park into an inviting and sustainable green space, which will include a learning terrace, outdoor classroom, urban wetland, and community square, as well as replacing the membrane to the underground parkade.

Check It Out! Reading Zone This community-based program brings reading, learning, and books to people in their own community spaces. A mobile library gives community members of all ages the opportunity to browse and check out books biweekly.

This service also includes youth activities, a program for children and their parents/caregivers. Enjoy story time, get your library card onsite, games, songs and rhymes, activities and crafts! No late fees!

Books are due in 4 weeks! This program is offered in partnership with Frontier College.

The Library brings this innovative service to Dufferin School, located at 545 Alexander Avenue, Mondays from 2:30–4:30 p.m., twice a month. For more information call 986-6475.

Computer Booking Improvements Homebound Library Service The public has for many The Homebound Library years been able to book time on Service is for individuals who are one of the 350 + public access unable to visit a Winnipeg Public computer in the various branches Library location due to illness, of the library system. This booking infirmity, or disability and have system allows you to book time no one to access the Library on on a computer from home or work their behalf. The Service relies so that the next time you visit the on volunteers to deliver books to library, you will be guaranteed that registered Homebound readers. a computer is available for you.

To apply for Homebound Library The library’s computers are in such Service, or if you are interested in demand that there are often times volunteering to make homebound when they are not available for walk deliveries, contact the Outreach up traffic. Patrons of the library can Librarian at 986-6475. now book up to a week in advance and book up to 90 minutes a day Institutional Deposits among other features.

Institutions such as nursing homes and residences are welcome

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Local U of M Nursing Students taking Cancer Screening Message into the Filipino Community

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wo Filipino nursing students are working to improve cancer screening rates in their community! Jocelyn Dedios and Christine Lomerio, fourth year Nursing students at the University of Manitoba and members of the Filipino community, are currently doing a clinical placement with the Manitoba Breast Screening Program (MBSP) as part of their training. Their assignment is an outreach project for the Filipino community about reducing cancer risk and increasing screening rates for breast, cervical, and colon cancers. Rowena Oquendo, the President of MaCCFA, supports this project and states, “This project can benefit our community.

As a newly formed group, we are willing to participate and help in making the Filipino community a healthier, more knowledgeable community.”

The students are offering a free presentation hosted by Cross Church (formerly Weston Gospel Church) located at 1787 Logan Avenue on March 18, 2010.

It will be offered in both Tagalog (1:00 pm) and English (2:30 pm).

Please attend to find out how you can reduce your risk of cancer and to learn about the 3 cancer screening programs in Manitoba.

Refreshments and a door prize will be provided.

The students feel that cancer screening has always been something that was left in

the background in the Filipino community. “There was a silent acceptance or assumption that it was of little importance compared to other health concerns,” explains Jocelyn. “However, with the current drive and determination of individuals to make the community aware of the benefits of screening; breast, cervical, and colon health is being pushed to the front of our minds.” Christine adds, “Advertisements, posters, health links, and commercials are all around us. We see them everywhere, we hear about these tests at the hospital and at our clinics, but the question is – Do we take action?”

Men and women age 50 – 74 should complete a home screening test for colon cancer every 2 years; women who have ever been sexually active should have a pap test every 2 years; women 50 years of age and over should have a mammogram every 2 years. Regular cancer screening can find cancer in its earliest stage.

This kind of detection provides the simplest treatment and the best chance for a cure. There are many people who get screened regularly, yet many do not. There are barriers preventing some people from being screened. Language is one of those barriers which is why the MBSP is partnering with nursing students Jocelyn and Christine to present information on screening in their own language of Tagalog.

In addition to the presentations, the MBSP, with the help of the students, is exploring the idea of working in partnership with Filipino doctors to help increase the breast screening rates in this population. Through this partnership, the doctors will be given the ability to personally book their eligible patients for a mammogram with the program.

This part of the project will target women who have never had a mammogram, are late in returning for their mammogram, or are unlikely to make an appointment on their own. According to Dr. Jay Buenafe, who is one of the doctors partnering with the MBSP, up to 40% of the women from his clinic who are referred for a mammogram refuse to go. Some reasons for not going include the idea that they will take the risk of getting cancer, or they went previously and found it painful. In response to these concerns it is important to remember that mammograms are the best way to find cancer at its earliest stage when it is most treatable. Although some women find the test uncomfortable, most tolerate it very well. A woman’s breasts change as she ages and often become less sensitive. If it hurt last time, please try again as your breasts may be less sensitive now and your risk for breast cancer is higher because of your increasing age. To help with the discomfort, you can take a mild

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pain reliever about an hour before your appointment and remember to talk with the technologist about your concerns before and during the test.

We can all benefit from a healthy lifestyle. Take action attend one of the presentations to learn about the things you can do to reduce your risk of cancer, know

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what is normal for your body and learn to recognize possible signs and symptoms of cancer, get screened, call the Program’s Health Educators for more information (Manitoba Breast Screening Program 7888353; Manitoba Cervical Cancer Screening Program 788-8627; ColonCheck Manitoba 788-8479).

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Villalagay Syndrome

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irst, there were allegations that Manny Villar -- a.k.a.

“Money Villarroyo” -- tried to bribe Joseph “Erap” Estrada to withdraw from the presidential race. Then Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile exposed an attempt

by Villar last year to bribe him to go easy on him on the C-5 road extension investigation. And then Dick Gordon exposed Villar for offering a bribe and a cabinet position in Villar’s administration if he withdrew his signature from the Senate committee report recommending censure for Villar in connection with the C-5 road extension controversy.

Recently, Nicanor “Nicky” Perlas revealed that two leading rivals have tried to buy him out of the race by offering a spot in their senatorial line-up, including an all-expense paid campaign.

I don’t think Noynoy Aquino would want to buy him out.

Not with his frontrunner status.

Besides, Noynoy -- unlike Money Villarroyo -- doesn’t have the kind of moolah to bribe anybody.

With news reports about Money Villarroyo bribing (lagay) his rivals to withdraw from the presidential derby, it reminds me of King Louis XI of France who had a proclivity for buying out his enemies instead of fighting them.

Money Villarroyo’s similarly strange behavior seems to manifest a new kind of disorder: “Villalagay Syndrome,” which is, “if you can’t

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beat them, buy them; if you can’t buy them, cheat them.”

A few days ago, Comelec chairman Jose Melo told politicians to forget about cheating in the coming elections because the Automated Election System (AES) is tamper-proof. He suggested, “It’s better for them (candidates) to just buy the election by paying their rivals to withdraw.” Asked if he would give the same advice to Villarroyo, Melo said, “Even if he has the money, he can’t buy everything.” Oh, yeah? What Manny wants, money gets.

My investigative reporter James Macaquecquec got a inside scoop from “Deep Truth,” his informant in the Villarroyo camp.

According to “Deep Truth,” Villarroyo is putting together a plan to buy out all his rivals in the race. But Gloria found out about his plan and demanded that he pays her a “tongpat” (commission) of 25% of the lagay to ensure that the AES machines will not be tampered by the notorious “Garci Boys.” “But Melo said the AES machines are tamper-proof,” Villarroyo protested. “Ha ha ha,” Gloria laughed. “Listen, did you read what that whistle-blower Joey de Venecia say about the AES machines?” “Yeah,” Villarroyo responded, “Joey said that ‘one need not be a rocket scientist to maneuver the outcome—and some 30 people can do the job.’ Is it really that easy?” “Yup, it’s that

simple,” Gloria quipped. “Okay, I’ll pay you your tongpat then,” Villarroyo said. *** A few days ago, the Comelec agreed with Noynoy to disqualify presidential candidate Vetellano Acosta. Rumors were going around that Acosta bribed the Comelec commissioners P5 million each to be certified as a presidential candidate. Now that he’s disqualified, I wouldn’t be surprised if he wants his lagay back. Sorry, pal, but in this business, lagay is not refundable.

Noynoy must be ecstatic right now. First he was chosen among the top five “most trusted” Filipinos in a recent Reader’s Digest Poll while Villarroyo placed 60th in a field of 80 known personalities. Secondly, Pulse Asia’s new survey showed his lead widening over Villarroyo by 7%.

But the most improved is Nicky Perlas whose rating increased by a whopping 400% from .05% to .2%. Nicky should be able to catch up in 10 years. He should drop out of the race though; otherwise, he’d become known as “dakilang panggulo” (magnificent spoiler).

Dick Gordon’s rating remains at 1% while his nephew John Carlos “JC” de los Reyes dropped from 0.3% to zero! I think it’s about time for Flashy Dick and JC to drop out of the race; otherwise, they’d become known as the Don Quixote and Sancho Panza of politics.

Erap Estrada’s rating increased by 6%. He’s confident that he’ll win. He said that the “Erap magic” is still alive. Well, Noynoy claims that the “Cory magic” can work miracles for him. But the people should be wary about Villarroyo because his “money-making magic” has been working wonders for him… like the C-5 double insertion magic, the Savannah land conversion magic, and the Norzagaray land grabbing magic.

Meanwhile, Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro is making a lot of promises. He promised to work to sustain an economic growth of 8%. I think he’s beginning to think like Gloria where she would add 5% to everything, including her “tongpats.” Gibo also vowed not to appoint any of his campaign contributors to his government.

Huh? Do you think that they would want to be appointed to his government? Hindi sila lokoloko (They’re not crazy). But what they want is to get a part of the action.

Hey, they’re all businessmen, so they’d want a return of their investments! Right?

Villarroyo boasted that because he’s spending his own money in his campaign, he doesn’t have to repay anybody when he’s elected President. Sino ang niloloko niya? (Who is he fooling?) Of course he will repay himself, he’s a businessman! ***

Noynoy invaded “Marcos country” the other day. He told Imelda’s province mates that Gloria is the issue today, not Marcos anymore. But didn’t Noynoy promise last year that if he’s elected President his first act would be to recover the Marcos loot and return it to the people? Well, that was last year. Recently, Noynoy found out that Gloria had already recovered the Marcos loot… and she hid it.

That is why Noynoy is going after Gloria’s loot.

Talking about the Imeldific…

Imelda is running for Congress but not to represent her home province Leyte. She is running for her late husband’s Ilocos Norte district.

She’d better watch out! She may consider herself an “Ilocana by injection” but unless she can drink basi and eat kilawen, kaldereta, jumping shrimps, and fried beetles, she won’t be accepted as an Ilocana.

Meanwhile, Villarroyo promised the Ilocanos that if they vote for him, he will transfer Marcos’ remains to the Libingan ng mga Bayani (Heroes’Cemetery) in Metro Manila. He was shocked when he found out that the Ilocanos didn’t want Marcos’ body removed from his mausoleum in Batac, Ilocos Norte. The Marcos mausoleum -- air-conditioned with piped-in music 24/7 -- is Batac’s number one tourist attraction.

Villarroyo should learn how the Ilocano psyche works before opening his mouth.

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amakailan, lumapit sa akin ang isa kong kaklase. Ikinuwento niya na nakaaway niya raw ang isa naming kakilala. Nakinig lang ako sa pagkahaba-haba niyang litanya tungkol sa “kasamaan” ng kakilala naming ito. Sa parte ko, walang masamang nagawa ang taong ikinukwento niya, kaya neutral ang aking posisyon. Hindi ako agad nagpapadala sa mga kuwentong gaya nito.

Maya-maya pa, sabi sa akin ng kaklase ko na wag ko na rin daw pansinin ang taong ito. Sabi ko naman, mahirap ang ipinagagawa niya sa akin, dahil hindi naman ako kasali sa alitan nila. Bukod pa, maganda ang pakitungo sa akin ng taong kanyang ikinukwento, kaya walang dahilan para magalit ako rito. Kung meron man silang napag-awayan, e labas na ako roon. Hindi ako basta-basta nagpapadala sa sulsol at naniniwala sa tsismis. Natutunan ko ito kay Tito George, na madalas sa aking

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sabihin na bago raw ako pumuna ng isang tao o ng isang sitwasyon e siguraduhin ko munang pinagaralan kong maige at kinonsidera ang bawat aspeto nito. Hindi raw dapat agad-agad na magpadala sa desisyon o opinyon ng kapwa.

Matuto raw akong mag-isip para sa aking sarili.

Oo nga, napansin ko na maraming tao ang mahilig mandamay ng iba sa kanilang galit. Karaniwan, kapag hindi ka sumang-ayon sa kanila, e siguradong isa ka na rin sa kanilang kaaway. Okey lang sana kung sa mga batang munti natin makikita ang ganitong katangian, dahil alam naman natin na ang mga bata e hindi pa matibay ang disposisyon. Pero kapag sa isang may-edad natin nakikita ang ganitong ugali e talaga namang nakakadismaya. Eto siguro yung mga taong madalas sabihin ni Tito George na “walang ipinagkatanda.”

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Far from Quiet

by Joan Duhaylungsod

Vancouver 2010 Odyssey

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(but I won’t talk about the games)

f there is such a thing like half-frugal-half- spendthrift to describe a person, I think that suits who I am. When I decided to go to Vancouver for the Olympics, it was the spendthrift half of me that made such a choice. Meanwhile, to refrain from watching games which have skyrocketing ticket prices was my frugal option. Nonetheless, I was certain of the sheer pleasure waiting for me.

So I flew and as soon as I stepped in the lands of Vancouver, I know that I made the right decision to take part as a tourist and spectator for the Olympics 2010.

I know I will have fun. The spirit of Olympics has covered the lands of British Columbia. It is not just about the games. It is about making Vancouver a haven of different faces and races, and even just for several days, let the world fit in the beautiful city.

Go Canada Go Since the Winter Olympics is in our home soil this time, the shout “Go Canada Go” is the loudest among any other cheer from any other country.

In the streets, you find most people wearing Canada tees and jackets; some are waving the Canada flags, others painting maple leaf tattoos on their faces. The Canadians’ support for its country’s athletes has been overwhelming. I was in Robson Square when Canada won its first gold. The streets were flooded with people cheering, triumphant for the pride Alex Bilodeau gave to Canada.

If you think these people have high spirits just on the first day, you are definitely wrong. The energy is yet kept high, regardless of the day, nevermind the rain.

Canada did well in the overall ranking. Reaping fantastic number of gold, silver and bronze, the athletes must have sourced out inspiration from the faith and support their countrymen have given them. I am not a Canadian citizen, but having seen the awe-inspiring support of the Canadians to our home athletes, I take pride to cheer for Canada.

The Night Life The fun does not end even if the sun already sets itself in the horizon. When darkness covers the city, it simply means more feasts. Stroll around downtown and be entertained with acrobats, streetdancing, music jams, night presentations and other treats. Shop until midnight and avail of good deals on on-sale products. Dine in your restaurant of choice.

The city offers a wide variety of restaurants to accommodate Of course, pubs and bars are people who may want to try different all the more busy when night time cuisines. As an Asian- cuisine lover, comes. Twice I went to the Republic, I had my best supper in Vancouver at a classy bar in Granville and it was Shabusen, down in Burrard Street.

It’s an eat-all-you-can resto. If I ever stop by there next time I visit Vancouver, I wouldn’t be surprised if Shabusen remains chock-full. It’s their food that makes it irresistible.

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full of people partying. Whether you just want to chill with friends, or dance with your booze, meet new friends, or bump elbows with the head-turners, bars like Republic is a place to be.

The usual day While some people go to the Olympic sites to see the games live, others opt to stay downtown to watch them on the huge plasma screen. Most of the restaurants and other establishments turn their televisions to CTV to keep abreast of the games. Some food chains and bars give their customers treats whenever Canada emerges champion. Try to go to McDonalds and cheer for Canada til it gets gold--- you might get a free burger just by staying there.

The Japadog craze in Vancouver is interesting too. Just a mere hotdog stand yet it attracts a lot of costumers. The downtown experience wouldn’t be complete if you cannot have a bite of the japadog.

These folks would line up for it patiently, as though they were to receive free game passes or whatnot.

Blonde or black or brown, blue-eyed or chinky-eyed, you see them lining up to grab that hotdog from Japadog.

With the cool and breezy weather, coffee will always be good for sips. I bet Starbucks has always been crowded since the first day of the Olympics.

Coffeeshops are must-stop places in the middle of roaming and wandering.

As to me, coffeeshops like Starbucks seemed like a well of energy. Every sip of coffee gives me the oomph so I could get up and go, and have more fun.

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Not just about games Giving truth to what the Olympics rings stand for were people, Olympians or spectators, representing different countries in the whole world. Although Vancouver has long accommodated different cultures to add more diversity and attraction to the lower mainland of British Columbia, this time, with the Winter Olympics, Vancouver certainly welcomes the world. The Olympics is a gathering of people regardless of their race, age, faith or country. It is interesting to listen to people speaking their native tongues without inhibitions of being ridiculed. It is interesting to see some Americans waving the US flag or wearing US-inspired gowns without fear of being mocked. It is interesting to see that the French say they are proud they are from France, Aussies claim the same, and so do other foreigners. Vancouver gives freedom to anyone to take pride to the place where he comes from.

Moreover, it gives anyone a chance to know people from the other side of the globe and figure out that despite geographical distance, fun is a word that everyone understands.

“The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but to take part, just as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well” This Olympic Creed is worth-pondering. The Olympics is not just about the athletes who played; it is also about the people who took part and cheered for their respective countries.

Everyone has his own bet and biases for the Olympics, but regardless which country wins, I think Olympics should triumph for having brought a huge number of people from around the globe, despite the fiscal and socio-political crises confronting us.

This is a success by itself. And that being said, Winter Olympics should certainly carry on until it is Russia’s turn to welcome the world in 2014.

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The Alternative Rock Explosion of the ’90s Part 1: Grunge

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runge may have started as a term made up by the media to describe a style of Rock music that was happening in the late 1980s in the United States, particularly in Seattle, Washington, and nearby areas; but it eventually became one of the genres that best defined Alternative Rock music of the ’90s worldwide.

As always, understanding specific music genres is challenging especially to those who are not deep into music and to those who weren’t born yet or were still too young during the peak of the popularity of such genres. Considering this, what I hope to accomplish with this article is simply to give an overview of the genre that came to be known as Grunge—its basic characteristics, earlier genres that

influenced it, and prominent bands whose music is widely regarded as prime examples of Grunge.

Characteristics Grunge is generally characterized by a guitar sound that uses a high level of distortion, fuzz, and feedback effects. It fuses the raw sound of Punk (but usually involves slower tempos) and the loudness of Metal minus the extended technical guitar adlibs. It involves also dissonant harmonies and instrumentations that are more complex than those of Punk but less complicated than those of Progressive Rock. Lyrics are typically angst-filled, often addressing themes such as social alienation, apathy, confinement, and a desire for freedom.

However, not all Grunge songs deal with these issues; there are also those filled with either a dark or fun sense of humor.

Origins The sound of Grunge partly results from Seattle’s isolation from other music scenes.

According to one musicologist, Seattle in the 1980s had an active music scene that was generally ignored by the majority of the American media that was fixated on the music scenes of Los Angeles and New York. Many bands regarded as Grunge cite Punk Rock (Black Flag, Buzzcocks, Husker Du, The Melvins), Alternative/Indie Rock (Sonic Youth, Pixies, and Dinosaur Jr.), Postpunk (Gang of Four, Bauhaus), and Heavy Metal of the ’70s (Black Sabbath) as their major influences.

Prominent Grunge Bands A m o n g the many bands g e n e r a l l y regarded as Grunge, the most prominent include Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, and Stone Temple Pilots.

The commercial breakthrough of Nirvana, particularly their album Nevermind, put Grunge in the international map of music genres, subsequently making it a worldwide phenomenon. Into the

latter half of the ’90s, its popularity declined, giving way to the rise of related genres like Indie Rock and Britpop. Nonetheless, the genre exists to this day, albeit with a new name—Post-grunge—the term used to refer to bands that emerged and albums that were released after the mid-’90s—like Foo Fighters, Nickelback, Creed, Incubus, Puddle of Mud, 3 Doors Down, Our Lady Peace, and 30 Seconds to Mars.

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So what is Sudoku? Pronounced [su:doku], Sudoku is the Japanese abbreviation of “the digits remain single”. In Japan Sudoku is sometimes referred to as “Number Place” and can be spelt “Su Doku”. Sodoku originated in Japan and was designed by Howard Garns. The Sudoku Game was first published in New York in 1979 and was likely inspired by a game called Latin Square.

Here is the puzzle. Good luck!

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PAHALANG 1 Pigtas 4 Angkop 6 Natunghayan 9 Ihanda ang baril 11 Tatak ng biyulin 14 Impatso 17 Asin 18 Mister 19 Taguri 20 Machine na pinagkukunan ng pera 21 Pinakamaliit sa Goin’ Bulilit 24 Uri ng saging 26 Ilista 27 Maraming ginagawa 29 Mga bagay na pag-aari ng iba sa salitang Cebuano 31 Kulay ng kabayo 32 Mabini 33 Pera ng Slovenia

Pearl Jam - Ten (1991) Nirvana - Nevermind (1991) Soundgarden - Badmotorfinger (1991) Alice in Chains - Dirt (1992) Screaming Trees - Sweet Oblivion (1992) Stone Temple Pilots - Core (1992) Bush - Sixteen Stone (1993) Hole - Live through This (1993)

In the next issues, we will tackle Indie Rock and Britpop—subgenres of Alternative Rock music— that also peaked in the Musicwise, however, these bands are as ’90s—bands like Soul Asylum, Grunge-sounding as their The Lemonheads, Pixies, Dinosaur Jr., Smashing Pumpkins, Blur, predecessors.

Suede, Elastica, Pulp, and Oasis.

Final Note If you were too young to listen to Reference Grunge during its peak or simply http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ did not pay attention at the time Grunge [03/08/10].

Each Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

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and are interested now in catching up, the following landmark albums are where you should start.

Take note also that a number of pioneering Grunge bands, popular in the ’90s, are to this day still performing and releasing new albums, like Mudhoney (The Lucky Ones, 2008), Alice in Chains (Black Gives Way to Blue, 2009), and Pearl Jam (Backspacer, 2009).

Sudoku Puzzles are games of patience, numbers and genius! The satisfaction of solving a challenging Sudoku Puzzle is one of the greatest accomplishments any sudoku game player can experience.

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1 Sobra sa apat 2 Linda, aktres 3 Karamdaman 4 Tatak ng appliances 5 Isang unlapi 7 Simbolo ng Barium 8 Hikayat sa salitang Kapampangan 10 Biglang umunlad: Ingles 12 Walang boses 13 Kandili 15 Kinawawa 16 Kabuuan 19 Lulong sa droga 22 Sakit ng kamote 23 Pakuluan 24 Lapad 25 Tabako 28 Inis 30 Simbolo ng Arsenic 31 Hulapi

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ABU DHABI - the Richest City in the World

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bu Dhabi is an excellent destination both for the experienced and novice traveler.The oil-rich national capital city and seat of the United Arab Emirates government is the centre of political, commercial and cultural

activities and also the intellectual heart of the country.

Abu Dhabi, meaning “father of gazelle” most likely due to the large number of gazelles and oryx that once flocked the arid deserts of the emirates, has been described by CNN as the wealthiest city on the globe because each of the “420,000 citizens of the entire emirates has a theoretical network of US$17 million”.One of the world’s largest producers of oil, Abu Dhabi has successfully diversified its economy through investments in financial services, tourism, media, and Gem & Lita Anis in front of Sheikh Zayed Mosque shipping. Moreover, land sales to foreigners had already been allowed.

Abu Dhabi is popularly known as the “Manhattan of Arabia” due to its profusion of ultra-modern glass skyscrapers, gleaming white mosques, international luxury hotel chains, elegant high-rise apartments, Abu Dhabi Skyline and opulent shopping malls.

The city is an island connected to the mainland by two bridges. It is situated on a small peninsula surrounded by a cluster of islands.

A cosmopolitan metropolis, Abu Dhabi has a diverse and multicultural society with 74.4% Sheikh Zayed Mosque

expatriates from various Oriental countries including the Philippines and from across the Arab world.

While Arabic is the official language English is widely spoken. Currency is the dirham.

Our first destination is the AlHosn Palace (White Fort), the oldest edifice in the city built in 1793 as the residence of the ruling sheikh family and is known for its beautiful architecture.

It contains a museum that showcases traditional artifacts.

We then followed the Corniche Drive to the Breakwater and enjoyed the magnificent view of the city before reaching the Al Bateen Dhow Yard, The Corniche with its beautiful and scenic gardens on both sides is a 6-km. road along the coast of the Arabian Gulf skirting the city with the background that is set with a number of tall and picturesque buildings facing the sea. The dhow (boat) yard of Al Bateen where wooden sailing boats from huge planks of teak are still being made using simple tools is worth a visit.

Gleaming under the sun is the new Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the third largest mosque in the world large enough to accommodate 40,000 worshippers. With four classically Arab minarets on the four corners and 57 domes, the mosque hosts the largest chandeliers that you would ever see.

The Heritage Village is an enjoyable place to see. It is a living exhibition of the lifestyle and traditions of the Bedouins and other local cultures of the emirates before oil revenues altered the country’s landscape, economically and socially.

We viewed the unique collection of the Holy Quran and watched a demonstration of the sport of falconry.

We spent some time at the Womens’ Handicraft Centre which serves as a forum for local women to display their skills and dexterity by making traditional handicrafts and wares from perfumed oils to local costumes and pottery.

We then visited the Jebel AliPort, one of the city’s landmarks and the biggest man-made port in the world.

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The Emirate’s Palace

Ranked as the 26th most expensive city on earth, Abu Dhabi is a compulsive shoppers’ dream.

The renowned Marina Mall with its musical fountain and ceilings that thunder and rain houses more than 400 stores including a Carrefour hypermarket and an Ikea.

Where to eat in Abu Dhabi?

The city is home to all manner of fast food like McDonald’s and Hardees.

Several Chinese eating places have opened although some of the best and cheapest food can be found at many Indian restaurants. If you drink

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remember that only hotel restaurants are permitted to serve alcohols.

Although the drinking age is 25 most places don’t care at all.

Where to sleep in Abu Dhabi?

Hotels are not cheap in the city. It is advisable for a would be tourist to check the Abu Dhabi hotels website.

When to visit? February is a pleasant month with low humidity.

Once your’re in Abu Dhabi why not drive for almost two hours down the highway to visit Dubai or see the lovely oasis city of Al Ain with its spectacular sand dunes?

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Thank You Winnipeg!

by Rowena Oquendo

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ast February 10, 2009, FCTPAM and MaCCFA gave a cheque for $19, 548.98 to the Canadian Red Cross Society for relief efforts in the Haiti earthquake disaster.

This amount will be matched by the Federal government, so the total is $39,097.60. Please visit our website maccfa.ca and fctpam.net for the summary of donations.

We are thankful to the donors and establishments who generously opened their hearts and wallets to help the people of Haiti during this time of great devastation. Your donations will go a long way in giving hope to the Haitians and in helping to rebuild their country.

GREAT JOB VOLUNTEERS! All of this

would not have been possible without your cooperation and help. Everyone worked hard and FCTPAM and MaCCFA want to thank each and every one of the volunteers for unselfishly giving their time and talents to make this fundraising a success. There were headaches and some stress in the organizing and planning of this campaign but the experience and the challenges it presented have been rewarding ones. Most importantly, we learned to work with each other to attain one goal, and that is to help those in need.

We commend our Haiti volunteers for facing the challenges that came up. Thank you for stepping up to the plate and showing initiative. FCTPAM and MaCCFA are indeed privileged to have been involved

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with wonderful volunteers from you for sharing your gifts with especially the Filipino community the Filipino community. Your us. have big hearts. skills, knowledge and talents are All of you have shown that immensely appreciated. Thank the people of Winnipeg and most Thank you Winnipeg!

MaCCFA & FCTPAM handed-in the amount of $19,097.60 to the Red Cross Management recently. From L-R: Opel Miguel, Melissa Manarin, Alex Majul, president, FCTPAM; Guy Yerama, manager, Red Cross Fund Development; Rowena Oquendo, MaCCFA president; Jun Oquendo, Letty Ahoro, Ben Ahorro and Norman Padilla.

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FUND RAISING CAMPAIGN

Thank you very much The Filipino-Canadian Technical Professionals Association of Manitoba (FCTPAM) and Manitoba Council of Canadian-Filipino Associations Inc. (MaCCFA) Wishes to thank the following establishments, volunteer and individuals for their contributions to the Haiti Fundraising held at Polo Park and PCCM from January 22, 2010 to January 31, 2010 ESTABLISHMENTS 1. CCI, Cadpower Canada 11. RICHLU Manufacturing – Employees 2. Polo Park Management – Debbie Henry 12. Mary Tatam of RICHLU Manufacturing 3. Philippine Cultural Centre of Manitoba (PCCM) 13. Volunteers Without Borders 4. Polo Park Mall Shoppers/Patrons 14. El Shaddai, Winnipeg Chapter 5. PCCM Walk-In Donors 15. Knights of Rizal 6. Jeld-Wen Windows & Doors – Employees 16. Mango Grove Restaurant 7. Canada Post Winnipeg - Employees 17. CKJS 810 Management & Staff 8. Filipino Journal Management & Staff 18. QX104 – Caroline Hunter 9. Pilipino Express Management & Staff 19. 99.9 FM – Joe Aiello 10. Great West Life – Employees 20. CJOB (Nighthawk) – Geoff Currier

VOLUNTEERS & INDIVIDUALS • Aco, Rod • Agustin, Jun • Ahorro, Ben & Letty • Antonio, Florencio & Letty • Aquino, Be • Araneta, Fidel • Bautista, Nerio • Bayuga, Amante • Cantiveros, Rod • Cantiveros, Ron • Chan-Relis, Glenda • Chan-Urbano, Maan • deJesus, Felino • Dela Cruz, Allan • Dela Cruz, Carrie • Dela Cruz, Jaime & Carmelita • Esguerra, Philbert • Espiritu, Inocencio • Estrada, Peter & Dolly • Frias, Fred • Guzman, Dra. Irene • Huesca, Millete • Javier, Julie • Jimenez, Celine • Jimenez, Clarissa • Jimenez, Kristina • Jimenez,Resty • LaFiguera, Jose • Majul Fermin, Sharah • Majul, Alex & Delia • Manarin, Melissa • Mance, Mario • Mansilla, Arnaldo • Maranan, Nards & Cherry • Miguel, Opel • Mr. & Mrs. Joel Santillana • Nazario, Clarita • Opina, Aileen • Oquendo, Jun & Rowena • Orallo, Dr. Paul & Clara • Padilla, Norman • Parani, Antonio • Ponce, Sancho • Ragat, Virgil • Regis, Mavic • Sarmiento, Pipo • Sianghio, Maristela • Tabing, Percival • Torres, Africa

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Team Lipenos crowned champions, Flight-Rice Bowl capture 2nd place at the Chinese Meridian Massage Basketball Tournament Final results for the Chinese Basketball Tourney Champions - Team Lipenos Finalists - Rice Bowl Flight 3rd Place - Winnipeg Storm Men’s Open 4th Place - Chinese Universal Top Guns 5th Place - Winnipeg Storm Senior 6th Place - Young Guns MVP - Amrit Basi - Team Lipenos Annual Chinese Meridian Massage basketball tournament at Grant Park High School Gym. Lipenos came in first and secong place.

Chinese meridian Massage basketball tournament, second place winner Flight / Rice Bowl Restaurant with Commissioner Manny Aranez

All-Stars Eric Garcia - Team Lipenos Prince Cayetano - Rice Bowl Flight Ryan Capina - Rice Bowl Flight Thu Tran - Winnipeg Storm Men’s Open Chris Kim - Chinese Universal Top Guns Top Defensive Player - Eric Garcia Mr. Hustle Award - Rupert Capina

Lipenos Committee: Eugene Garcia, Manny Aranez, Noel Silva, Muriel Masangkay, Ferdie Marasigan

MVP, Basi with Eleazer Chan

All Star Ryan Capina with Elezar Chan

All Star, Prince Cayetano with Organizer Eleazar chan

Rupert Capina Hustle Award

Committee behind the force!! Ernie Garcia, Eugene Garcia, Manny Eric Garcia, Best guard & All Star with Eleazer Chan Aranez, Randy Viray & Muriel Masangkay Photos provided by Lipenos Basketball Commissioner Manny Aranez

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