SAN MATEO, California, United States—They came as they always did for commemorative events, dressed in their signature veterans’ uniforms, some with medals proudly displayed on their chests. They have been waiting for the day when their courage and commitment to America would finally be recognized, when America would finally keep the promise it made to […]
Month: February 2011
Young woman seeks help to spread the Gospel
Only 20 years old, Kim Iligan is very passionate about spreading the Good News to young people. A graduate of St. Andrews College in Marayong, she has been heavily involved with various youth groups who attended the 2008 World Youth Day (WYD) in Sydney. Deeply touched by the WYD experience, she went on to attend […]
Applicant complains against Kapitbahayan Cooperative
In a letter sent to Mr. Ian Sinnett, CEO of Common Equity NSW, a tenant applicant alleged that the selection process was flawed and was “conducted in an unprofessional manner.” The applicant further alleged that “tenants have been chosen from their circle of friends, a blatant display of preferential treatment based on ‘who you know’ […]
Masque of the Magi Musical
An Australian composer, Lindsay Aked, had set the poetry of British poet James Fletcher to create a magical look at the homage given by the Three Kings to the Baby Jesus. This was Lindsay Aked’s last work before he died early last year. FAMS Theatre Company presented its world premiere performance produced and directed by […]
Letter to the Editor: Follow-up on Hapag/GK Story
Following the Gawad Kalinga Story published last month, the following statements were received: 18 January 2011. Ms. Yolanda Gacho of Alpha Phi Omega (APO) states: “This is to inform your readers that Ms. Musa is not a member of Alpha Phi Omega (APO). She was involved with the APO Young Ambassador Quest as Chairman, representing […]
Filipino gay group comes out by Jaime K Pimentel
The Filipino Gay and Lesbian Community group, Flagcom, went on air this New Year to launch a segment on a radio program in Sydney’s inner-west. In an interview on 2RDJ-FM’s Radio Sandigan program, Flagcom managing director Albert Prias told broadcaster Violi Calvert that he had agreed to do a 10-minute segment on Flagcom activities relevant […]
A Valentine Special: A Song and True Stories of Love by Armando Chavez
What are you doing the rest of your life? North and South and East and West of your life? I have only one request of your life —that you spend it all with me. This is the opening refrain of what I think is one of the most romantic songs ever written. The lyrics were […]
Bomb kills 4, injures 14 bus passengers in Makati
Manila, Philippines. January 25, 2011. Four people were killed and 14 others injured when a bomb exploded inside a passenger bus that was travelling along EDSA in Makati City, Metro Manila. The blast caused a big hole on the floor and side of the Newman Gold Liner. According to reports, there was a man who […]
Empty Promises – Migrating to Australia by Alfred de Aureus
The Philippine Health Care Association of Australia (PHCAA) through its Executive Director Ella Magallanes Martirez warned “kababayans” to be suspicious of recruiters and agents promising to provide jobs by processing student and working visa (applications) for Australia. Ms Martirez noted that there are employment recruiters in the Philippines who are collaborating with Registered Australian Migration […]