Ancient ruins in the middle of the Pacific Ocean could be the remnants of a legendary city or dare we say….Atlantis. Clips from the Science Channel series What on Earth? reveal images of a mysterious location just off the coast of the tiny nation of Micronesia.
Pitiful life of a cultural dancer in Cebu Philippines
Like any other person in the dance group, Rosa Aguirre (not her real name) is paid PHP 1,000 per dance. The amount is equivalent to roughly AUD 25.00 depending on the exchange rate. If the reason for the dance invitation is a small function, payment is reduced to only PHP 500. Sometimes, dance events happen […]
Duterte vs De Lima: How will it end?
There is an on-going fierce battle between the President and Senator Leila de Lima. How it will end is anybody’s guess. Each one has thrown accusations at each other.
Arrest without warrant
PRESIDENT Duterte’s proclamation of a state of national emergency on account of lawless violence in Mindanao calls for warrantless arrests in four specific cases but requires that existing rules and jurisprudence be “strictly observed.”
ANZ Westpoint Branch, Blacktown is headed by a Filipina
With over 9 years experience in commercial & retail banking, Miss Yuri Mariano brings with her dedication, passion and knowledge to every scenario.
Longest living human says he is ready to die at 145
An Indonesian man who claims to be the longest living human in recorded history has described how he “just wants to die.” Mbah Gotho, from Sragen in central Java, was born on December 31, 1870, according to the date of birth on his identity card.
Delusional Panelo lobbies for ‘constitutional dictatorship’ under Duterte
According to Coconuts media, “Our favourite government nuisance, Atty. Salvador Panelo, is back and he brought a ton of crap with him.” Speaking on ABS-CBN News Channel’s (ANC) HeadStart on Sep 15, the presidential legal adviser said he is contemplating the idea of giving legislative and executive powers to President Rodrigo Duterte to speed up […]
Changes to Age Pension assets test from January 2017
The government’s changes to the Age Pension could affect your ability to plan for a comfortable retirement.
Why do they keep on increasing the cost of postage?
Australia Post which is totally government owned and has been for 200 years, announced the loss of 900 jobs, being part of a cut back program.
My Response to Ms Prima West of SAFSI
This is my rejoinder to Ms Prima West’s response to my article “SAFSI PRESIDENT PRIMA WEST REFUSES TO PERFORM HER ROLE,” [which was] published in the July issue of your much acclaimed publication.
Nestor Reyes, Rest in Peace
Nestor ‘Nic’ Reyes, eldest brother of Vivian Crescini of Sydney, Australia, joined his Creator on September 18 at the age of 73. He is survived by his wife Evelyn, children Eric, Kristin, Erwin, and Raissa and brothers Dennis of Los Angeles, Arsenio Jr. and Gilbert of Cavite City. His remains were cremated on September 25 […]
Jim Turner’s heartbroken ‘hobbits’ mourn his death by William Branigin
All over Metro Manila, the “little people” are in mourning. September 13. Jim Turner, a former Peace Corps volunteer from Iowa who established the Hobbit House, died at 77 of heart and lung ailments, leaving generations of Philippine dwarfs bereft.