Filipino Journal Winnipeg Volume 26 Number 17

26 Years September 05 - 20, 2012 • Volume 26, Number 17

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The First Manitoba Filipino Street Festival at Garden City Shopping Centre last month highlighted the heritage, culture and passion of the Filipino community in Winnipeg. Over 30 community organizations took part in what organizers hope to be an annual event.

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My Ride Ron Cantiveros

2013 Mazda CX-5: New Zoom Zoom Appeal

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was warned that the starting up the new Mazda CX-5 would be loud. They weren’t kidding.

The 2013 Mazda CX-5 represents Mazda’s new SKYACTIV approach of Mazda’s lighter weighted vehicles and efficient powertrains. The new engine was designed from the ground up and starts with the 2.0L SKYACTIV G 4-cylinder 155hp 150ft-lb of torque. With the SKYACTIV-G engine, that basically translates into more power using less fuel and greater fuel efficiency. And in the compact sports crossover segment, fuel efficiency seems to be what buyers are looking for these days. The Mazda CX-5 delivers greater fuel economy than competitors for non-hybrid compact crossover.

In order to lighten the vehicle, Madza used high tensile and higher quality steel throughout the chassis and body. The lighter and more rigid CX-5 add to Mazda’s “Zoom-Zoom” appeal as

driving the crossover was nimble and quiet. The ride is fun and thus continues to bring Zoom-Zoom to your driving experience. The one minor drawback in my ZoomZoom driving experience was accelerating on the green lights.

Off the line, the Mazda CX-5 is slightly underpowered and that’s one of the tradeoffs for a more fuel-efficient engine.

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more cargo space along with several compartments for storage of smaller items.

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The Mazda CX-5 GT AWD model we tested ($32,495) was full equipped with all the available bells and whistles.

Leather heated seats including the 8-way driver seat, wheel mounted audio and phone controls. Throw

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of’ or ‘most’ is the one that really needs verifiable statistics, because while ‘many’ may be used independently of the whole where it comes from, ‘most’ or ‘the majority of’ should be by aLfie vera mella relative to the entirety—it means elfideas102@yahoo.com at least more than 50% of the sample. To leave a claim without a quantifying adjective, however, (e.g. Canadians are snobbish) is tantamount to using ‘all’ (All Canadians are snobbish); (On the Importance of Quantifying therefore, the quantifying Adjectives in Avoiding Hasty adjective ‘all’ is a delicate word to use—utmost consideration must Generalization) be taken into before deciding to “Canadians are friendly.” Do you generalized statements, that use it in a claiming statement. agree? What about the snobbish accuse everyone—including the or hostile Canadian lady you innocent ones—as guilty of such Many Filipinos Live in Metro encountered at Walmart one claims.

Manila Not because you weekend?

For instance, when I say Okay, “Canadians are encountered some hostile or "Many Filipinos live in Metro snobbish.” Not quite also, because snobbish Canadians that you will Manila," I don't need to prove the what about the countless friendly automatically generalize that exact numbers in relation to the Canadians whom you meet at Canadians are hostile or snobbish. entire population of Filipinos who work or at the same shopping This is unfair to those Canadians live in that region—the fact that who are not like them. In the same there are at least more than five center on any given day?

What then is the problem manner that not because many Filipinos living in Metro Manila with the statements I quoted Canadians are friendly that you is enough to support the claim will generalize that all Canadians that "Many Filipinos live in Metro above?

What else, but the lack of are like this, letting those who Manila." However, the moment quantifying adjectives such as are not get away with their bad the claim is "Most Filipinos live ‘many,’ ‘some,’ and ‘most’— behavior. in Metro Manila," that's when the words that may seem trivial flaw or problem arises; because and insignificant but serve an Quantifying Adjectives the claimer then has the burden ‘Many’ pertains to "an to prove if more than 50% of the important purpose—that is, to avoid hasty generalization, or indefinite number." ‘The majority entire number of Filipinos are indeed living in Metro Manila (not only that, the sample should be also identified—is the claimer

Many Canadians Are Friendly; Some Filipinos Are Stupid

referring to the Filipinos living in innocent—in case the claim is the Philippines or the Filipinos all something negative (To claim that "Canadians are snobbish" over the world?) is being unfair to Canadians Most of My School Class who are not snobbish); in the same manner that its use lets the Advisers Were Females That is the reason I don't use guilty ones get away with their the quantifier ‘most,’ because this bad behavior in case the claim should be really verifiable and is something positive (To claim should depend on its relation to that "Canadians are friendly" the entire sample where it comes lets those Canadians who are from; unless I'm really sure— not friendly get away with such like, for instance, I could claim behavior, enabling them to hide that "Most of my class advisers in behind the generalization that all elementary and high school were Canadians are friendly). That’s females," because I am sure of this why trivial and superfluous they fact—that of my 12 class advisers may be, quantifying adjectives in elementary and high school are serving a crucial purpose combined—Miss Palomique in avoiding generalization and (kindergarten), Miss Magpoc (Gr. promoting fair judgment and 1), Miss Almaden (Gr. 2), Miss respect for individuality.

Matutilla (Gr. 3), Miss Ignacio (Gr. 4), Miss Manuel (Gr. 4 The Last Leaf I use the following guideline repeat), Miss Lising (Gr. 5), Miss Manguera (Gr. 6), Miss Fantastico in using such quantifiers; there (1st year), Mr. Mercado (2nd is subjectivity in most of these year), Mr. Jarder (3rd year), and quantifiers, but the key is Miss Agbay (4th year)—only two consistency in their use in one given article, publication, or were males.

That's the reason I liberally literary project: use ‘many’ but am particularly careful in using ‘most’ and a couple = exactly two definitely conscious not to leave a a few = three, rarely four claim without a quantifier because several = at least three but not this is tantamount to falling into exceeding five the sweeping trap of the shotgun many = more than five most or the majority of = more ‘all.’

‘All’ unfairly puts every than 50% of the sample being single entity in a guilty position, referred to including those who are all = as in all! 100%! No one is spared! No one is excused!

K to 12 to make Filipinos academically competitive

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en. Edgardo J. Angara, chairman of the Senate Education Committee and vice chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, said a Filipino must be academically competitive to work without restrictions or enroll in the schools of the nine other countries comprising the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in the near future.

Angara stressed that by 2015, competition is not just among Filipinos but with the citizens of the nine other member countries of ASEAN. He said shifting to K to12 which adds two years to basic education, will result in very drastic

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change in the curriculum and school cycle Angara added that the Philippines with nine other countries of ASEAN will become one community. This would mean a Filipino can work without work permit anywhere in the ASEAN countries, and there will be a free exchange of people and goods across boundaries of the ASEAN. As to budget, Angara said that the program will cost an additional P200 billion to the annual budget of the Department of Education (DepEd) starting in 2016 and onwards

For his part, Sen. Ralph G. Recto, chairman of the Senate Ways and Means Committee said an equal P200 billion was estimated to be spent by parents of pupils and students on books and allowances, among others.

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Can You Have a Marriage of Convenience in Provincial Nominee Applications?

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nder immigration law, Canadian citizens or permanent residents who marry or enter into a common-law relationships with someone outside of the country must prove their relationship is genuine and was not entered primarily for the purposes of immigration.

For the most part, immigration laws prohibiting “marriage of convenience” have been in existence in Canada for a number of years. The purpose of these laws is to prevent people from immigrating to Canada who are not in real relationships with a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. What most people don’t know is that the genuineness of a marriage or common-law relationship can be looked at in federal skilled worker cases when neither applicant is a Canadian or permanent resident.

As a result, these relationships can also be looked at in provincial nominee program applications.

While challenging the legitimacy of a marriage or commonlaw relationship in a federal skilled

worker or provincial nominee program application is rare, a recent case decided earlier this year outlines how this could occur.

In the case of Inderjit Kaur, Ms. Kaur submitted an application for permanent residence as a federal skilled worker. In her application, she included her spouse.

During the processing of her application, the immigration officer found that she had the minimum number of points needed to qualify as a federal skilled worker. In assessing her points, Ms. Kaur was awarded points for her husband’s Master’s Degree.

While Ms. Kaur was assessed with enough points to immigrate, the immigration officer had suspicions that the relationship between Ms. Kaur and her husband was not genuine.

The immigration officer noted that Ms. Kaur was seven years older than her husband, her husband had been unemployed for over three years, she married her spouse one month before she applied for permanent residence, and government identification issued

Far from Quiet

by Joan Duhaylungsod

Summer bits and pieces: On smiles, books, and highways

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o how has your summer been? Sure, we had scorching temperatures in the past three months, and while we can only hope that summer feeling extends through fall, there is no way to stop the autumn from coming.

But before we will let the leaves wither and fall to the earth, how about reminisce the summer 2012 memories? Certainly, we have different stories to tell, but perhaps you would agree with me on these summer experiences too.

The rarity of smiles and hellos Most of my summer I have spent walking or running at the park at least four days a week. Since the weather has been good and predictable, I thought it is a good idea to let the sun kiss me in a natural way. I am not really a “park” person. I’d rather run or hike on trails and jungles, than to walk on concrete pavements and tread the same route over and over again.

But this summer, I tried running at the park anyway. It may be the same route that I run almost everyday, but I do see different faces which makes the park interesting to go back to.

I feel for actions that speak of human experiences- teenage couples holding hands on their first dates, old sweethearts still holding hands while walking in slow pace, parents taking

their kids to the pool and playgrounds, friends hanging around chasing balls, or talking over cups of coffee or beer, families on a picnic, and “soloists” who rather enjoy solemnity reading books or taking photographs.

To me, the park, as any public place, is a home of many life stories. It makes me relive the feeling that I was once that teenager who was blushing when the guy that I like held my hand for the first time. It makes me wish as well to be that woman who, though old, still has a love story that keeps her blush.

So many people visit the park each day, and though they shared laughters and cheers to their families and friends, I wonder why they can’t exchange his-and-hellos to strangers.

Of course that’s a no brainer. You never really know what will you get when you smile to a stranger, right? In this urban jungle, safety is more important than congeniality, Perhaps yes. But would it be nice to exchange smiles whenever you bump into other runners, or whenever you sit next to another person who stares at the same river you are staring?

You wonder how powerful the gadgets (ipods, iphones, ipads, ebook readers, etc) have become in isolating yourself from real conversations.

Maybe, I should just mind my own business, but I actually tried initiating

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to her in the year after her marriage did not indicate that she was married.

As a result, Ms. Kaur was asked to submit a number of documents to support the genuineness of her marriage.

The immigration officer looked at the photos from the wedding and honeymoon and came to the conclusion that they were “limited, appeared contrived and taken at haste”. The officer interviewed both Ms. Kaur and her husband, deemed that their marriage was entered into primarily for the purposes of acquiring permanent residence in Canada, and refused Ms. Kaur’s application on the basis of a misrepresentation of her marital status.

Although Ms. Kaur won her case, the judge indicated that the genuineness of a marriage could be considered in this type of immigration application. As a result, in non-family class applications, such as provincial nominee program application, the genuineness of a marriage can be taken into account.

This Article is prepared for general information purposes only and is intended to provide comments for readers and friends of the Filipino Journal. The contents should not be viewed as legal advice or opinion.

Reis is a partner with Aikins Law and practices in the areas of immigration law. His direct line is 957-4640. If you would like to know more about Reis or Aikins you can visit the firm’s web page at www.aikins.com, follow Reis on Twitter at http://twitter. com/#!/ImmigrationReis, or connect with him on LinkedIn at http://www. linkedin.com/in/reispagtakhan conversations with few strangers, and they did not creep out nor did I. So maybe next time, you can do the same thing too. Exchanging smiles and hellos to other human beings won’t really kill you.

Longing for Christian Grey Who has not heard of E.L. James’s Fifty Shades trilogy? The lives of the fictional characters Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele were avidly followed by the bookworms and even the not-so-booklovers, this summer. I remember the first time I heard of the book. I was intrigued but didn’t really buy a copy as I am not much of a fiction- lover.

My bestfriend insisted that I should read it so he sent me epub copies of the Fifty Shades books. Well, did i just spend six hours to finish the Fifty Shades of Grey? And I did not stop my reading until I was done with the Fifty Shades Freed.

The trilogy is really entertaining, although literary-wise, it couldn’t be at par with Anne Rice’s novels. Let’s give credit to EL James’s imaginationturned-literary-artwork, which arose different reviews from all over the world. Some reviews said her trilogy is schlock, others commend it as it is more enjoyable than other literary erotic books. Well, the fact that it has sold over 4 million copies since it was published means the book is not number since the government agency really that bad. But really, it could started keeping records in 1972.

While others choose to cross have been better. the border, some rather travelled to the Canadian provinces, through the Highways When else is the best time to go prairies and to the coasts. My friends for a road trip but during summer! and I drove to British Columbia last Canadians made a news last month June, and I knew that I wouldn’t be for that! Reports of Statistics Canada able to surmount a three-day trip revealed that travel across the border on the road, if it were winter. That in both directions increased in June, was not my first time on a road trip, but it was Canadian overnight trips to however. I’ve been on the roads and the U.S. that broke records. Canadians up in the air for a number of times made 1.9 million overnight visits already, and I still believe that the to the U.S. that month, the highest

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way to know if you love or hate the person is to travel with them. After all, “good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter”.

So, these are some of my recollections for the Summer 2012. It has been wonderful to me, and I think to most people too. I honestly see more vibrant faces this summer than the last. And though fall is upcoming and winter will be next, I wish the radiance of the sun will stay in our faces and in our smiles until next year when we get to wear our bright flipflops again. :)

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Lots of corn for everyone! In addition to the free corn given to everyone at the Morden Corn & Apple Festival, every person the bus walked away with goodie bag of corn and other gifts from the Filipino Journal.

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Aruba, "One Happy Island”

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ruba at a glance:

Location - Lies in the southern Caribbean, north of Venezuela and east of Colombia.

Capital - Oranjestad (literally "Orangetown") Area - 179 sq. kms. (69 sq. mi.)

Climate - Hot dry, average temperature year-round is in the 80s Fahrenheit, very little rainfall, lies outside the hurricane belt.

Population - Approximately 106,113 as of 2011 census with 92 nationalities. First inhabitants are the Arawak Indians from South America, later colonized by Spain and has been under Dutch administration since 1636.

Language - Official language is Dutch and Papiamento, the mother tongue. Most people speak English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Government - Constitutional monarchy as a Dutch protectorate.

Currency - Aruba florin or guilder (1.78 florin to a $US) Aruba, which means "red gold" ("ore" for gold and "ruba" for red), is a small island of natural beauty. Generally flat and riverless, the island aside from its world-famous beaches (all public) has a desert-like topography studded with cacti, rock and

boulder formations, sand dunes, tumbleweed, aloe, and the island's trademark bent-over "divi-divi" trees that are easily recognized by their distinctive shape only pointing in a southwesterly direction due to the trade winds.

The Princess docks in the capital and largest city Oranjestad, known for its impressive Dutch gabled colonial architecture. All are within a walking distance from the port - the Renaissance Mall and Marketplace, the casinos and restaurants. You don't have to hire a taxi unless you want to experience riding a unique mode of local tansport - the colourful banana bus. In Aruba, taxis are unmetered but don't worry because rates are regulated by the government.

Exploring the "One Happy Island" enables us to get close and personal with the iguanas squatting on rooftops or on tree branches, with the cacti hedges and stonewalls built in front of houses to protect against goats, sheeps, and donkeys, and with the smiling Aruban faces everywhere (it's a happy place to be!).

Located in the centre of Aruba is its version of the English Stonehenge, the Casibari Rock Formations, geologically unusual formations in which you can climb at your own risk to the top where the wind blows continuously.

On the island's north side can be seen the fallen Natural Bridge (collapsed into the sea in 2005)

and the Baby Natural Bridge, two stunning formations of coral limestone cut out by years of pounding surf.

One of Aruba's scenic highlights is the California Lighthouse, perched on a high elevation and named after the S.S. California, a wooden sailing ship that sank off the coast of the island. This silent sentry offers nice views of the whole island and coastlines.

Worth visiting is the Aruba Aloe Museum for a free 25-minute admission factory tour to get an inside look into the production process first-hand from aloe vera leaf to finished aloe lotion and also learn the 160-year history of aloe. Aruba, which enjoys one of the highest standards of living in the Caribbean region including a low unemployment rate, is the world's largest aloe exporter.

Aruba boasts of the legendary beaches in all the Caribbean, notably Palm Beach with its white sand and blue water, and the quieter Eagle Beach that offers a variety of water sports.

These are the bests of Aruba waiting for you anytime of the year!

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Gem and Lita in Aruba.

The famous Natural “baby’ Bridge.

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FILCASA, among of the three group winners for Best in Dance

Association of Ilocanos in Manitoba, among of the group winners for Best in Float and Costume

BIBAK Association,among of the three group winners for Best in Costume

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Pangasinan Group of Manitoba Inc. ,among of the three group winners for Best in Float

Angono Rizal Association of Winnipeg , among of the three group winners for Best in Dance

Tribo Sugbo among of the three group winners for Best in Dance

On behalf of the Manitoba Filipino Street Festival Board of Directors and committee members , I take this opportunity to express our sincerest appreciation for the support and warm welcome received from our fellow kababayans in the celebration of the 1st Manitoba Filipino Street Festival.

It is through the support of (sponsors, performers/participants and volunteers) like you that we are able strengthen our program showcasing the colours and sounds of the Philippine culture , provide unity and entertainment to the Filipino community in Manitoba.

Again, thank you for making this mission a reality.

Aida Champagne Chairman Manitoba Filipino Street Festival Aklan Association of Manitoba, one of the three group winners for Best in Float and Costume

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First Filipino street festival celebrates our culture and heritage in a one day full of fun and color and pride!

L-R : Mike Pajemolin, Rowena Oquendo, Julie Javier, Cherry Abad, Levy Abad, Aida Champagne, Vicky Tumolva, Orly Buduhan, Frank Rano, Ley Navarro, Azel Navarro, Frisco Madayag Seating: Jun Oquendo, Peter Estrada, Rody Capistrano and Freddie

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he Garden City Shopping Centre and its surrounding became a mini-Philippines last August 25 when more than 35 groups of enthusiastic kababayans bonded together to celebrate the many regional festivals and rituals

which have become the indelible marks of being a Filipino in a multicultural society.

With colorful floats and costumes plus the cacophony of folk music and chants, the lilting sound of the drums, and the uninhibited street dancing,

the one day celebration has elevated the Filipino ethnicity to a certain height of recognition and preservation of our culture and heritage. Indeed, the 1st Manitoba Filipino Street Festival was as instant success, thanks to the organizers, committee

members, volunteers and to all participating associations and organizations.

The street festival started with a great funfare and as the many Filipino groups paraded along the designated route, people from the various ethnic groups and our canadian friends had the first glimpse of what Filipinos have to celebrate the various festivals and rituals in the Philippines.

"Wow, Parang nasa 'Pinas ako," one Filipino said as she followed the steps of the Bibak dancers. "Ang ganda naman ng festival na ito."

One Pinoy said to me: "This is a big event, man! Hope they will continue!

While the street dancings were going on, some judges had been working hard to select the best float, dancing and costumes.

Each category had a $300 cash award. And the winners were: best float- Association of Ilocano in Manitoba (AIM), Aklan Association of Manitoba; and

Pangasinan Group of Manitoba; for best costume, Association of Ilocano in Manitoba (AIM), Bibak Association, and Aklan Association of Manitoba; best costume, Filcasa, Angono Rizal Association of Winnipeg (ARAW) and Tribu Sugbo of Cebu.

The special fundraising for the Philippine flood victims raised $1,080 and this amount is to be sent to GMA Foundation for Food Victims.

The organizers and the committees extended special thanks to the following sponsors: Jim Gauthier Automotive Group, Garden City Shopping Centre, McPhillips Toyota, LBC, Terra Commons-Rim Rock Realty Inc., Birchwood Hyundai, GMA Pinoy, GMA Life TV, Artista and the Filipino Journal.

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According to DTI Secretary Gregory L. Domingo, exportdriven economies such as the Philippines would need to build the capacity of entrepreneurs and would-be entrepreneurs to enhance country’s exporting activities and boost the local economy DTI through the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC) has been tapped by the DOLE, to organize a training package for overseas workers. The free training sessions consist of key topics on staring a business, entrepreneurial education activities, and selling and preparing the business plan. The best business plans will qualify for a start-up loan package from the Land Bank of the Philippines and Development Bank of the Philippines.

The free training sessions will assist returning OFWs affected by the recent political unrest in the Middle East and reintegrate them into the economy.

Presently there are about two million Filipinos working abroad.

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Artista Academy intends to find the country’s next stars

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V5’s Artista Academy joins forces with the Asian Academy of Television Arts (AATA) to provide the future stars intensive training in the various performing arts and thus sets the bar high for talent searches in Philippine television.

The AATA headed by Wilma Galvante, is where the 16 scholars are enrolled for basic classes in acting, singing and dancing.

The advisers include veteran director-actor Joel Lamangan as Acting Adviser; composer-musical director Louie Ocampo as Singing Adviser; and Georcelle Dapat-Sy, founder of G-Force as Dance Adviser.

Leo Martinez, head of the Film Academy of the Philippines, is the

lecturer on the basic process of how to approach film and television acting as opposed to theater acting.

The live exams critics are Lorna Tolentino and Gelli de Belen.

Tabulation together with the text votes determine the final fate of the scholar to be taken out.

‘Phantom’ enchants Manila

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he first visit to the country of the longest-running musical on Broadway left no question that Manila is all caught up in the enchantment judging from the packed theater and the standing ovation that came at the end.

Acclaimed as the world’s most successful musical, “The Phantom of the Opera,” is currently on extended performance from August 25 – September 30, 2012 at the CCP Main Theater.

The masterpiece of Andrew Lloyd Webber has been seen by more than 130 million people worldwide. Fort the Manila performance, the show boasts of 130

cast, crew and orchestra members, breathtaking scenery and special effects, and more than 230 costumes by the late international designer, Maria Björnson.

Some of Manila’s talented local musicians who have been specially selected by Musical Director Guy Simpson join the international cast and orchestra. Talented Filipino tenor Dondi Ong is also in the international touring cast for Manila and throughout Asia. Ong is a product of the UP College of Music graduating as Magna Cum Laude and class valedictorian.

Set in and around the Opera House in Paris in 1881, “The

Hosted by Cesar Montano on Saturdays and Marvin Agustin on weekdays, the ultimate Best Actor and Best Actress will win 20 million pesos worth of prizes making Artista Academy the biggest reality artista search in the country.

Phantom of the Opera” tells the story of a disfigured musical genius known only as ‘The Phantom’ who will stop at nothing to see his protégé, Christine Daaé, become the first lady of the stage and sing his works.

On the eve of Christine’s successful debut, the theater’s new patron, Raoul, realizes Christine is a childhood friend. Unaware of Christine’s love for Raoul, a fierce competition between “The Phantom’ and Raoul sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy and passions collide.

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Let's ‘Jam for Hope’ before summer ends—Sept. 22!

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n September 22, Saturday, 5 pm to midnight, a benefit concert will be held at Blessed Virgin Mary Parish Hall (932 College Ave.). Proceeds from the concert, billed as “Jam for Hope,” will go to the victims of the recent floods that hit the Philippines through Canadian Red Cross.

Performing are several local musical groups: Kitzy & Kervy, Postmoderne, Cynergy, Transfusion, Banayads, haLf man haLf eLf, Casting the Circle, Medicated Gurus, and Immortal Sacrament.

Tickets are $10 each. Contact Ren Ocampo (204-510-2389) for tickets and other details.

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Father Emmett Retires

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t is with deepest regret that the parish priest of our church here in Regina, Father Emmett Morrissey, retired on August 1 after eighteen years. He was perhaps the best priest in town, dearly beloved by his parishioners for his devotion, wisdom, intelligence and spirituality. He is also the chaplain of our Knights of Columbus council based in the church.

Emmett Patrick Morrissey, parish priest at Blessed Sacrament Church since 1994, was born in Regina on February 8, 1931 to Thomas and Margaret Morrissey.

He was the sixth of seven children, and attended Sacred Heart School and Campion College in Regina.

While at Campion, he wrote for the Campion News, was a member of Sodality, a Bryant Oratorical contestant, and a member of the city championship debating team. After high school, Emmett spent a year at St. Peter’s College in Muenster, Saskatchewan and then entered St. Peter’s Seminary in London, Ontario.

He was ordained to the priesthood by Most Reverend M. C. O’Neill at Holy Rosary Cathedral in Regina on May 31, 1958. His first solemn mass was celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, his home parish. He then served for three years at Little Flower parish in Regina.

He received a B. A. Honours degree in philosophy from the University of Western Ontario, a B. Ed. Degree from the University of Saskatchewan, an M. A. in religious education from Fordham University and an M. A. in counseling from Columbia University.

He taught at three high schools in Regina – Bosco, Ursuline and O’Neill – and served as supervisor of student services for the Catholic school system. Father Emmett has been pastor at Marquis, Central Butte, Wadena, Quill Lake, Rama, Kuroki, Vibank, Odessa and St. Cecilia in Regina prior to Blessed Sacrament.

He is an enthusiastic sports fan and a lover of Broadway musicals. He is an avid fan of the University of Notre Dame football team, the Fighting Irish.

A few times a year he would fly to South Bend, Indiana to watch home games. His interest in the scripture has taken him to the Holy Land three times and his Irish roots have drawn him to Ireland twice.

Father Emmett joined the Knights of Columbus Msgr.

Janssen Council in Regina in April 1960 where he served as Chaplain in 1970-71. In 1983-1988, Father served the Parish of St. Anthony’s in Rama, Saskatchewan and was instrumental in forming the Our Lady of Lourdes Council #9713, which received its Charter on March 31, 1989.

Father Emmett has been the chaplain of the Santo Nino Council #12415 since it was chartered in 1999 and is an enthusiastic supporter of all our activities. He is also a mainstay and organizer of the annual Canada Day Mass, which is sponsored jointly by the Father Hugonard 4th degree Assembly, Blessed Sacrament Parish and our Council.

Father has often said that one of the best things that happened to the Blessed Sacrament Parish was the institution of the Knights of Columbus Santo Nino Council #12415 based at the Church.

Now let me say that one of the best things that happened to the Santo Nino Council was to have Father Morrissey as our Council Chaplain.

Father is not only a spiritual advisor to Council and its members, he is an inspiration, a source of strength and a constant supporter of what Council does.

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He is one chaplain who attends and participates in meetings and functions regularly.

Back in 1999, when we started and I was the Charter Grand Knight, Father suggested to me that the Knights do the liturgy in a regular Sunday Mass once a month. That was like asking an Irishman if he likes to drink. Of course we jumped on the suggestion and we have been doing it every fourth Sunday Mass since.

We were like fish in a pond.

We enjoyed doing the liturgy so much and we didn’t do it too shabbily that it came to the notice of Saskatchewan State Council which oversees Knights activities in the province. Now, whenever we have the State Convention in Regina, we invariably get involved with the Holy Masses.

This sonnet is my tribute to Father.

Father Retires He preaches to us with a gentle touch; His homilies are on faith, hope and love; He emulates the life of Christ as much In suffering as in joy from above; He lends an ear to our worries and woes And leads us out of our dire misery; He has his finger on what comes and goes And runs our parish like a family; He has a passion for the Blue and Gold, The Fighting Irish of Notre Dame U; Father Emmett is for all young and old, A blessing, a beloved friend – warm and true; Blessed Sacrament will lose and lament When Father Emmett takes his retirement…

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Puno express willingness to work with new DILG Secretary

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nterior and Local Government Undersecretary for Public Safety Rico Puno who reportedly resigned from his post, announced to media in an ambush interview that he is willing to work with newly-named Interior and Local Government Secretary Mar Roxas.

Puno declined to give details if he agrees with the reported plan that he would be transferred to the Department of Agriculture.

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Horoscope Career will be better for you. Paying more attention to the little routine things and getting them done will result in less scrutiny on days like today. As long as you keep your attitude positive, this will be a time when you take leaps and bounds in the direction of success.

A good day for small adventures, but don’t push it into weirdness. New tastes and experiences are easy to come upon and, once tried, may stick with you for a longtime. Embrace the changes that occur now and readjust your attitude to step into your future in the most positive way possible.

You can look forward to success at the work front. Physical thrills and excitement have a strong appeal for you now, and you want to do something new and out of the ordinary. You also have a lot of energy and quick reflexes. What you have to learn is that you don’t need a lot to make your life happy.

Be mature today -- step up and accept the ramifications of your recent behavior. With a new attitude about love you can open the energy and your heart up to new possibilities, as long as you stay true to your current path things will work out in your favor.

The day is ideal for fulfilling your desires. Excellent cooperation in partnerships and friendships is highlighted now. If you have an issue with something they do or say you’ll have a better chance of making headway if you start the conversation by recognizing what they do well, first.

The need for stimulation from others is at a peak today. Dress for success and your romantic urges will be rewarded. Staying away from arguments will ensure smooth progress of the day.

By becoming more open minded, you will encourage people to come to you more often with interesting ideas that you couldn’t think of on your own.

This is, indeed, a time of opportunity and good times. However, you also tend to harbor unrealistic hopes, exaggerate the possibilities, and lack a sense of realism. Make time for your own needs by scheduling a part of your day just for you. Your interest in arts and other creative pursuits will be much more.

Things can be challenging at the work front. Double check all your work today as well. Little errors may cost you both time and money. You’ve got your own style and way of doing things and that can carry you a long way towards progress this week.

Communication will be favorable to you. Either you yourself, or someone you’re involved with, is becoming particularly demanding or probing. Sometimes it’s best to step away and not entangle yourself in these sorts of mental dilemmas.

Try not to lose your cool, Gemini, but let them know their behavior will not be tolerated.

It is a good day for career. It’s probably about time you lifted your head from that pile of paperwork, dressed in your finery and went out to see what you could be missing. It will be fresh and new again in a few months - the same way a favorite sports team is exciting when the new season rolls around again.

Learning a new skill or sharpening your current repertoire can propel you into a more successful and fulfilling future. You’re easily able to see the big picture so you can probably find a path that will align with your current position and support your future. Work will come first for you now, and that’s perfectly okay.

You will examine your motives today. Be firm in your convictions and do what is in your own best interests. Get some alone time and just do whatever you want to do. You deserve a mellow, quiet night. It will renew your spirit and reenergize you for another day.

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The 2016 presidential race is on!

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ell, folks, the 2016 presidential race is on!

And as we get closer to Election Day – that’s four short years away – the battle would intensify and get really nasty…

I mean, very nasty! Indeed, no sooner had Mar Roxas been sworn in as the new Secretary of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) than the fireworks started in the camp of Vice President Jejomar “Jojo” Binay.

The untimely demise of the popular DILG Secretary Jesse Robredo created a mad scramble to fill the power vacuum in one of the most – if not the most – powerful Cabinet positions in government. Imagine this: The DILG has administrative supervision over 1,500 local government units (LGUs) or municipalities and jurisdiction over the 148,000-strong Philippine National Police (PNP). Imagine this, too: The DILG Secretary is in an enviable position to build a national political network that would be advantageous should he run for national office, including the presidency. It would not then surprise anyone that presidential wannabes are salivating over the

prospect of getting this job.

When Binay won the vice presidency in 2010, he made it known to newly elected President Benigno “P-Noy” Aquino III that he wanted the DILG top job.

Considering Binay’s close political and personal relationship with the Aquino-Cojuangco family, P-Noy could easily have appointed him to the position then. Binay also had the backing of the “Samar” group of Pacquito “Jojo” Ochoa Jr., which supported a cross-party Aquino-Binay ticket known as “Noy-Bi.” But the Liberal Party (LP) stalwarts would not allow that to happen.

P-Noy then settled for one of his LP supporters, former Naga City Mayor Jesse Robredo who didn’t have any known ambition to seek a national office.

However, to keep Binay close to his chest, P-Noy appointed him Housing Czar. He also gave him the Marcos-era Coconut Palace as his official residence. Not bad, but not good enough to whet his voracious political appetite.

Meanwhile, P-Noy’s erstwhile vice presidential running mate, Mar Roxas, whom Binay defeated in the election had to lay low for a year because of the one-

year ban on appointing candidates who lost in an election. A year later, P-Noy appointed Roxas as Secretary of the Department of Transportation and Commerce (DOTC). Not bad, but Roxas preferred the Chief of Staff, which his “Balay” group lobbied P-Noy to create for him.

Binay vs. Roxas With the unexpected vacancy of the DILG post, the old SamarBalay rivalry surfaced and they started positioning their forces for the long battle ahead. But Binay played it down when his spokesman, Joey Salgado, tweeted: “VP Binay not interested in DILG post, would rather continue to work in housing and assisting OFWs. Hoping this ends all baseless speculation.”

However, my take is that Binay played a gambit hoping that P-Noy would appoint somebody, other than his nemesis, Roxas.

If his gambit worked, Binay would still have an edge over Roxas because his job as Housing Czar connects directly with the people – the voters – while Roxas’ DOTC post doesn’t have too much interaction with the masses.

But P-Noy appointed Roxas.

By doing so, P-Noy is playing the classic political game of “divide and rule.” By pitting Roxas and Binay against each other, he would control the two rivals until after the 2013 mid-term elections.

Meanwhile, he’d be weighing his options on how to deal with the two when it’s time for them to face off in the 2016 presidential race.

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While Binay had made it crystal clear that he is definitely running in 2016, Roxas – who said a year ago that he was not interested in running for president – was reported recently to have resumed his presidential bid.

Word war This agitated members of the United Nationalist Alliance (UNA), which was formed by Binay and former President Joseph “Erap” Estrada a few months ago to field a senatorial slate for the 2013 midterm elections. Erap’s son, Rep. JV Ejercito made a lot of noise about Roxas’ appointment saying that it was “obviously” in preparation for the 2013 elections.

Ejercito is vying to be included in the UNA senatorial slate in which his brother Sen. Jinggoy Estrada is in a good position to be Binay’s vice presidential running mate.

Sen. Gregorio “Gringo” Honasan, who is running for reelection under the UNA banner, warned of the adverse effect of having a “partisan” DILG Secretary. He said that the DILG head has “immense political influence” because of DILG’s jurisdiction over the PNP. LP leaders were quick to defend Roxas. House Majority Leader Neptali Gonzales II said P-Noy trusted Roxas and would be his “effective bridge” to LGU officials, while Deputy Majority Leader Miro Quimbo said that Roxas is the most qualified candidate because of his knowledge of the “inner workings” of the LGUs.

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However, critics say that it is possible for the LP to use “force and intimidation” tactics to ensure a 12-0 victory of administration senatorial candidates.

But unless massive election cheating would occur, the outcome would probably be split evenly between the UNA and the LP, which has yet to finalize its coalition with the Nacionalista Party (NP) and the Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC).

Dilemma But regardless of the outcome of the 2013 midterm elections, Binay and Roxas would be facing off in the 2016 presidential election. That’s in the cards. Once again, the Samar and Balay groups would lock horns in combat.

And this would become problematic to P-Noy whose loyalty is divided between Binay and Roxas. Would P-Noy stay above the fray and take a neutral stand? Or, would he support Binay, who served his mother loyally during her presidency?

Or, would he support Roxas, his friend and the standard bearer of his own party?

At the end of the day, P-Noy may have no other option but to choose between Binay and Roxas. He can’t run away from an obligation. And there is no Solomonic solution to his dilemma either. Indeed, he can’t have his cake and eat it too.

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We Are Not the Same

(On Acknowledging and Understanding Cultural Differences)

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ne day during breaktime at work, a coworker and I had a small chat about racial discrimination. She said that we should not think about different colors or things like that because we are all the same.

I boldly responded, "Of course not—we're not the same."

She was surprised and dumbfounded.

I supported my response with "We're not the same—you have a whiter complexion; I have tan complexion. You have curly hair; I don't. You most likely prefer Italian food because you are a Canadian Italian, and I eat usually Filipino food. I may be an excellent user of the English language—even better than many Canadians, but you cannot expect me to speak English 100% all of the time simply because this is not my natural language."

My point was, to insist that we are all the same is to deny our differences and our personal preferences—by doing so, we become more prone to misunderstanding other people.

There's nothing wrong in recognizing such differences—skin color, food preferences, favorite music, cultural gestures, etc.—because by knowing all these—especially the how and the why behind all these—we get to understand more other people especially of other cultures.

Customary Gestures Are Not Always Universal I know a fellow Filipino who told me that he once got into a fistfight with an Eritrean because apparently the latter, a coworker of his, called him using a pointy finger.

The Filipino got offended right away; he assumed that the Eritrean was belittling him. It turned out that the Eritrean did not mean to degrade him; he was merely calling him in a manner common in his culture.

Clearly, the misunderstanding originated from the Filipino's assumption that to call a person using a waving finger is automatically rude and offensive, failing to realize that while the gesture is usually offensive in the Filipino culture, it is not in the cultures of many African peoples.

If the Filipino was familiar with that particular customary gesture of many African peoples— calling someone with the aid of the pointy finger—then he would have not interpreted this as a rude action which made him react in a violent way. (In the Filipino culture, calling someone with the use of the pointy finger is often taken as derogatory and oppressive because the action is interpreted as the caller's expression of arrogant authority.)

help talking among each other (fellow Filipinos) in Filipino despite the rule that only English should be used at work. While it is the responsibility of all non-English-as-first-language speakers to use English at work, there would always be moments when they would unintentionally slip in some portions of their respective native language in their conversations for the basic reason that it's their natural language. If an English speaker couldn't understand this, then she would always assume that speaking in another language is always rude, which is not the case—because there would always be unguarded moments when a person, engaged in a conversation with a fellow compatriot or a fellow native speaker, will and will always switch in her naturally spoken language once in a while—and this is not rudeness—this is simply a case of acting and talking in her natural state.

To speak in the official language of the place where one works is one's responsibility, but to expect a non-English speaker to be able to speak in English with 100% fluency, competency, and compliancy at all times is unrealistic; in fact, this may countercomplained as cultural discrimination.

Sa Madaling Salita Kung palagi na lang nating hindi tatanggapin na ang bawat tao o lahi ay magkakaiba-iba sa maraming aspeto ng kanilang pagkatao e mas hindi natin maiintindihan o mauunawaan ang mga intensyon o ikinikilos ng ibang tao. Ang pagpipilit na pare-pareho lang naman ang lahat ng tao e katumbas ng pagtutol na tanggapin ang kanya-kanyang pagkatao, na lalong karaniwang nauuwi sa hindi pagkakaunawaan at pagpapatuloy Speaking in One's Own Language ng diskriminasyon.

Is Not Always Equal to Rudeness One coworker of mine hates Or, in Simple Words If we keep on denying that we how many Filipinos at work couldn't are different from each other, we actually become more inclined to misunderstand or misinterpret the words and actions of other people.

To insist that we are all the same is tantamount to the unwillingness to accept the individuality and idiosyncrasies of other people, causing the unwilling person unable to understand or even accept such differences.

The key to understanding is not only to celebrate our similarities but more so to acknowledge and understand our differences.

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Government to implement master plan for flood management

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resident Benigno S. Aquino III on Tuesday approved nine out of the 11 proposed infrastructure projects, particularly those seeking to improve the country’s transportation network and water management.

The infrastructure projects are worth P407.4 billion, including a P351-billion comprehensive master plan for flood management in Metro Manila and surrounding areas.

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) board in Malacañang was attended by the administration’s economic managers as well as incoming Transportation Secretary Joseph Emilio Abaya.

According to Secretary Ramon Carandang of the Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office (PCDSPO), the proposed P351-billion flood management master plan for Metro Manila and nearby areas will run up to 2035. The NEDA board initially released P5 billion for the improvement of various floodways and river capacities in Metro Manila and Regions 3 (Central Luzon) and 4-A (Calabarzon) for 2012-2013.

The other approved projects are the P16.3-billion repair of bridges in calamity-stricken areas, P9.7-billion Light Railway Transit (LRT) Line 2 East Extension Project, P8.6-billion MRT 3 Capacity Extension Project, P7.4-billion New Bohol International Airport project, P5.7-billion strengthening of Angat Dam and Dike project, P4.8-billion Bicol International Airport Project, P3.9-billion Mindanao Road Improvement project, and the request for financing for Agus hydroelectric power plant rehabilitation.

The approval of two other projects was deferred because of some technical questions. These are the Cavite-Laguna expressway and the acquisition of new patrol boats for the Coast Guard.

Better health services depends on approval of increased DOH budget

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ealth Secretary Enrique Ona said the proposed P54.6billion budget for 2013 would ensure that Filipinos of better services and a healthier year.

Ona added that the approval of the proposed DOH 2013 budget will sustain the health gains of 2010-2012 and continue the direct, immediate, and substantial health benefits for the Filipinos especially the poor.

Data from DOH indicate that the proposed budget for next year is 25 percent higher than the department’s budget this year.

It includes P39.5 billion for the Office of the Secretary, P304.5 million for the Commission on Population, P327 million for the National Nutrition Council, P13.5 billion for the Health Facilities

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Enhancement Program that is under the Priority Social and Economic Projects Fund, P908 million for the specialty hospitals, and P40 million for the Philippine Institute for Traditional and Alternative Health Care.

Ona also asked the Senate to pass the tobacco and alcohol excise tax reform bill and the reproductive health (RH) bill.

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Fun in the mud at the Dirty Donkey Mud Run

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he first inagural Dirty Donkey Mud Run at the Springhill Winter Park saw over 1,200 competitors, composed of solo racers and teams. All 1,200 participants basically signed waivers and agreed to run through mud, over and under barbed wires, and any other crazy obstacles that were built along the 5km run.

Obstacles included one large hay bale hurdle leading into a swampit full of mud, a hurdling course through the woods and one giant slip-n-slide down the "summit" of Springhill. In case

people weren't dirty or muddy enough, a muddy pit trimmed with barb wired forced participants to crawl through mud as volunteers dumped pails of mud on their heads.

All this fun in the mud went to support the MS Society of Manitoba as it raised over $23,000. The Filipino Journal "Mud Hunters" media team was extremely grateful to be part of the event as a media partner leading up to the event, and getting dirty on race day was a whole lot of messy fun.

Ron Cantiveros and the Filipino Journal "MUD HUNTERS" Dirty Donkey Mud Run team.

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Makeover of The Mind

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id this photo grab your attention?

FANTASTIC!!!! Now keep reading.

For this issue, I thought we'd change things up. We're going to take a mini-break from makeup artistry tips and look at the core of where beauty is perceived... the mind.

The founder of this very publication, the late Linda Cantiveros was a true visionary.

She was an inspirational human being who was born with a mission and devoted her life to sharing news and building

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community for Filipinos in Manitoba. She was proud of our rich heritage and always wanted to showcase our community's finest to Canada through the art of literature journalism.

Tita Linda invited me to write "beauty how to's" for The Filipino Journal because she wanted me to set an example.

Initially, I did NOT see how I could set an example, especially compared to a woman that was such an influential and passionate ambassador to Fil-Cans and Canadians.

Tita Linda then said, "You will inspire our community's children and their parents just by being, doing and sharing." She then blew me away by saying, "It's high time that we have someone in our community that can break the stereotype to the rest of Canada that we are not ALL only healthcare workers, and factory workers." She added that there was nothing wrong with working in those fields, she just wanted to expose Pinoy children to the possibility of dreaming to do what their heart desires, having their parents fully support their choice, and to be GREAT at what they do, regardless of employment field.

Tita Linda passionately explained that it was time to take it to the next level and start an enlightenment revolution.

She said, "Why can't we have more famous Fil-Can musicians, writers, designers and entrepreneurs that extend

beyond the local Winnipeg community? We no longer live in The Philippines where life is hard. We live in Canada, a country rich with educational and economic resources. We have to embrace this blessing, be grateful and nurture our children's natural talent to become inspirational idols!"

I have to admit, I initially did not want to write for The Filipino Journal, yet now I've been contributing to this publication for about 8 years. Those powerful words from Tita Linda will stay with me until I die, and hopefully live forever in our community.

As we enter the beginning of a new school year, parents, observe your children.

Unconditionally love, support and guide them to attain their dreams by maximizing their God given blessings and talent.

Children, dream, listen to your heart and mind. Expressively indulge in your talents and aspire to be your personal best.

Tita Linda, MARAMING SALAMAT for choosing me to support and spread your vision.

In honoring her foot print to the world remember, Dream Big! Go for it! God Bless!!!

Even in my late 30's I still dream. Along with my friend and respected fellow entrepreneur Sammy Sarte, I created my version of a vision board to keep myself inspired. If you haven't already, start your way to success and make one too!

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