For many weeks now, news have been circulating about a Filipino doctor who lost his licence because of certain minor medical procedures being performed inside a clinic. It was alleged that the report to the Medical Board of Australia was made by a fellow doctor. Both doctors are known to this writer so their names […]
Climate Change In the Bible
Today, we read a lot of news and see on television a lot of changes in the earth’s climate. Never before have natural disasters dominated our planet and lots of people are scared of what may happen next. Climate change and ecological upheaval have been with us since the birth of man. From Genesis to […]
Six Filipino business tycoons listed in Forbes Magazine
MANILA, Philippines — Six businessmen from the Philippines led by Henry Sy made it to Forbes Magazine’s list of the wealthiest people on earth. Sy ranked 116th or the highest among local tycoons with an estimated net worth of $8 billion. The 87-year-old Sy heads SM Investments, the dominant player in Philippine banking, retailing, shopping […]
MPC and Remigio Biala by Boy Galang
Nagbibigay galang ako sa iyo, iha (Buena Biala). Matuwid lang na magkomento ka sa inilathala ko tungkol sa MPC na naging Philippine Australian Community Centre (PACC). Wala akong inis o galit sa inyo, lalo na sa Daddy mo. Nataon lang na siya ang nagpasimuno ng Grand Charity Concert fund raising para sa PACC/PACF.
Benisano and friends send 1,400 teddy bears to children in CDO
Kind-hearted Regina Benisano and her friends have pooled their own resources to send 1,400 teddy bears to children in Cagayan de Oro.The kids are survivors of the recent floods brought by typhoon Sendong. Many more were orphaned as their parents and siblings perished during the floods. Most, if not all have never seen a teddy […]
PHCAA decides to join PCC
In a meeting held at the Crystal Seafood Restaurant in Westpoint Blacktown, members of the board of Philippine Health Care Association of Australia (PHCAA) decided that the association will join the Philippine Community Council (PCC-NSW). PHCAA has been in existence for 7 years in Australia. It has undertaken several medical missions in the Philippines and […]
Simply Unbelievable by Benjie de Ubago
It was the Bicol Inc’s turn to have their annual general meeting and elections. The organization prides itself as moving the seat of power on a fair rotational basis among the Bicol provinces. This year, after doing a complete round of all the provinces, it was Albay’s turn. And vying for the two representative seats […]
’84 Toyota for Sale
In excellent running condition, Toyota Corona model 1984 with re-manufactured engine available for test drive. New tires. Twelve months rego. Call 0450 556 565. See to appreciate
Jessica Sanchez, American Idol hopeful
Another Filipina is gunning for the “American Idol” title. Jessica Sanchez’s powerful vocals had FilAms and the judges gushing and raving about the resurrection of Whitney Houston. When the 16-year-old finalist performed the Houston masterpiece, “I Will Always Love You,” the judges were so moved they gave the Filipino-Mexican teen a standing ovation. Judge Tyler […]
Should we just stop the farce? by Greg B. Macabenta (US Correspondent)
Asked about the position of Malacañang on the sticky Naguiat-Okada-Wynn affair, presidential spokesman Edwin Lacierda replied that it is entirely up to Pagcor Chairman Cristino Naguiat, Jr. to decide whether he wants to resign or go on leave. That says a lot about what Noynoy Aquino means by Daang Matuwid or Straight Path, the principle […]
May the farce be with you By Rodel Rodis (US Correspondent)
San Francisco, CA. March 8, 2012 . To describe the ongoing Senate impeachment trial of Chief Justice Renato Corona as a farce is to be spot on accurate as a farce is a comic play in which authority, order, and morality are placed at risk in a ridiculously absurd situation where everything goes wrong or […]
PCC-NSW responds to Pimentel
This is in response to Jimmy Pimentel’s article on PCC/PACF. The Philippine Community Council of NSW has been an ex-officio member of the PACF Board since 2003. I categorically deny, on behalf of the PCC Board, that there is any desire or intention of PCC to take over the management of PACF as Mr. Pimentel […]