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Malu Barry Lie in Concert in Davao City
Published on 2013-05-21 00:41:00
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Retirement In The Philippines: Top 20 Best Places To Live
Published on 2013-05-20 01:58:00
Interesting post. Take a look... Retirement In The Philippines: Top 20 Best Places To LiveENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Travel Fun in The Philippines - a little bit different
Published on 2013-05-17 22:07:00
Travel Fun with Solenn and Isabelle. This week on Taste Buddies, know what it takes to travel in style with IT girls Solenn Heussaff and Isabelle Daza share informative tips to make adventure fun and convenient. The girls unpack their bags to revea
Emigration Clearance Certifications
Published on 2013-05-17 02:29:00
Republic of the Philippines Department of Justice BUREAU OF IMMIGRATION Magallanes Drive, Intramuros 1002 Manila MEMORANDUM FROM THE COMMISSIONER To: ALL ALIEN CONTROL OFFICERS (ACOs) Subject: PROCESSING OF EMIGRATION CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES (
Voting Closes in The Philippines
Published on 2013-05-14 01:38:00
Tour Guides Recount Escape from Volcano
Published on 2013-05-10 22:12:00
smaller Larger By CRIS LARANO and JOSEPHINE CUNETA Rescuers on Thursday carry down the remains of one of the climbers. Five European tourist
Rare Animals Threatened by Poisons Chemicals
Published on 2013-05-06 01:48:00
Andrea Torres - Newest Kapuso Leading Lady
Published on 2013-05-06 01:26:00
Pin It See all 7 photos GMA-7 is continuously developing new leading ladies. After Bianca King, Kylie Padilla and Jackie Rice, a new set of Kapuso female artists are being launched as the next important stars of the netw
Reds raking it in from election extortion
Published on 2013-04-29 02:49:00
Reds raking it in from election extortion – Army By Alexis Romero
Bahr will Pflegekraefte die Zuwanderung erleichtern
Published on 2013-04-24 02:06:00
Foto: dpa Eine Altenpflegerin begleitet die Bewohnerin eines Altersheims in Weingarten. In der Altenpflege sind momentan 10.000 Stellen unbesetzt Weiterführende Links Häus
Philippines' Internet at 19!
Published on 2013-04-24 01:41:00
When Philippines was connected to the internet on March 19 nineteen yars ago, the Internet was seen as a high-tech thing only computer nerds would understand and enjoy. It was also very expensive - it costs 10,000 US$ a month to lease a 64K line conn
Solar Day Philippines 2013
Published on 2013-04-19 01:44:00
By Claire Bear The Philippine Solar Power Allance (PSPA) together with WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) will be conducting the first ever Solar Day Pilipinas 2013 on April 26, 2013,5pm-12 midnight at Arts in the City, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Troops 'kill terrorists' who kidnapped Australian
Published on 2013-04-16 01:30:00
Freed kidnapped Australian adventurer Warren Rodwell is escorted by U.S. soldiers. Photo: Philippine military Philippine troops have attacked a jungle hideout of Islamic terrorists who kidnapped Australian adventurer Warren Rodwell, kil
One of my favourite doings as expatriate
Published on 2013-04-09 00:46:00
I have a lot of favourite things I really enjoy doing as an expatriate living in the Philippines for good: writing, teaching, travelling - and hosting radio shows, i.e. on The Edge Radio Davao 104.3 FM: Sundays from 9 to 11 am and 7 to 9 pm (Philippi
POWER SHORTAGES IN MINDANAO
Published on 2013-04-05 22:38:00
This is a re-published editorial from MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR from April 6, 2013 with friendly permission of Publisher Ms. Marietta Siongco: REASSURING It's very reassuring to hear that Davao Light and Power Corp. is more than ready for power shorta
The Power of Partnership
Published on 2013-04-03 03:11:00
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Edge Radio Partnership Drive 104.3 FM
Published on 2013-04-01 21:16:00
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Marion Aunor Inks Star Deal
Published on 2013-04-01 21:09:00
Rating Upgrade on Philippine Shares...
Published on 2013-03-29 20:54:00
HONG KONG: The Philippines could attract more capital inflows after winning its first-ever investment grade rating, but any boost to local bonds, stocks or the peso currency is likely to be mild for now, investors and analysts say. Fitch Rati
The Weather Right Now in my Surroundings
Published on 2013-03-29 20:40:00
Happy Easter! Frohe Ostern!
Published on 2013-03-28 22:07:00
A Blessed and Happy Easter to all of you my dear readers! Ein gesegnetes und frohes Osterfest fuer Sie alle, meine lieben Leserinnen und Leser. ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
I love The Philippines/Ich liebe die Philippinen
Published on 2013-03-24 01:59:00
I never regretted to come here and to stay for good as an expatriate ... Ich habe es niemals bereut, hierher zu kommen und fuer immer als Auswanderer zu leben...ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
German Lanuage a Must for Pinoy Nurses
Published on 2013-03-19 01:17:00
Filipino nurses who plan to seek work in Germany must learn the German language first. In an interview on Friday, Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz said Filipino nurses should
Philippine Opera Company
Published on 2013-03-18 03:21:00
The members of the Philippine Opera Company’s Young Artists group MANILA, Philippines - After a successful first season, The Philippine Opera Company presents the Young Artists Series Black Box event on March 20, 6:30 p
Diving in The Philippines (II)
Published on 2013-03-15 03:30:00
The Philippines are one of my favorite places to go for diving. You will find everything a diver wants. From steep coral walls in Balicasag and Cabilao to underwater mounds with sharks at Malapascua, muck diving of the best
Diving in The Philippines
Published on 2013-03-15 03:17:00
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Angelica Panganiban Named Top Comedy Actress
Published on 2013-03-15 02:57:00
Angelica Pangaiban won the Outstanding Performance by an Actress award in a Gag or Comedian Program for the show "Banana Split" in the Entertainment Press Society Golden Screen TV Awards. She first received this award in 2011 for thr same show. Angel
Compostela Valley Celebrates its 15th Year
Published on 2013-03-08 20:22:00
by Grace Almedilla COMPOSTELA VALLEY PROVINCE-----Opened with a Thanksgiving Mass celebrated by Bishop Wilfredo D. Manlapaz, the Comvalenyos are thankful that the province stands still despite of the experienced trials. In her remarks during th
Bakla, the Third Sex in The Philippines
Published on 2013-03-06 01:52:00
1 What could be the reason for the presence of so many Bakla in the Philippines? To me it looks if there are more than ever before. I visited the Philippines for the first time 25 years ago and I live here now almost 5 years. To me it seems that
3 Philippine Men Guilty of Importing Weapons to US
Published on 2013-03-06 01:31:00
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Take you to the Philippines- Philippine Music Video
Published on 2013-03-02 01:03:00
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PALAWAN - EL Nido - One of the Most Beautiful Places in the Philippines
Published on 2013-03-01 02:21:00
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Bulawan Festival
Published on 2013-03-01 00:50:00
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Philippine Politics
Published on 2013-03-01 00:13:00
On May 13, 2013, Filipino voters will troop to the polls to elect their candidate of choice and fill a total of 18,022 government positions. In Philippine politics
German Embassy Manila in The Philippines
Published on 2013-02-27 00:20:00
THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY IN THE PHILIPPINES DEUTSCHE BOTSCHAFT AUF DEN PHILIPPINEN
Reality in Paradise...
Published on 2013-02-26 23:20:00
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Going for the Gold - Philippine Madrigal Singers in Davao City
Published on 2013-02-26 01:41:00
TT Organized by National Artist professor Andrea O. Veneracion on 1963, the University of the Philippines Madrigal Singers is composed of students, faculty and alumni from the different colleges of UP. Demonstration of their notable musical competen
Philippine Madrigal Singers Photo Documentary
Published on 2013-02-26 01:12:00
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Music Royalty - Philippine Madrigal Singers in Davao City soon
Published on 2013-02-26 01:08:00
Catch them on March 5 at 6 pm at the SM Lanang Premier Atrium. Admission is free, but you are required to buy a eco-friendly shopping bag for 140 Pesos per ticket. More details are following here soon... ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Araw Ng Davao - Part II
Published on 2013-02-23 20:18:00
Araw ng Dabaw 2013
Published on 2013-02-19 23:29:00
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Peace in Mindanao? CONTRAST
Published on 2013-02-18 23:19:00
Re-published Editorial from Mindanao Daily Mirror from February 12, 2013 with friendly permission of the the publisher Marietta Siongco. The contrast could not have been starker. President Benigno Aquino's visit to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front
Brownouts to Persist in Mindanao till 2016?
Published on 2013-02-18 23:00:00
BAD NEWS FOR ALL OF US IN MINDANAO? This is written by PNA-Philippine News Agency...
13,404 Migratory Birds Counted
Published on 2013-02-18 21:01:00
A total numberof 13,404 migratory birds were recently counted by the three teams of the Protected Areas and Wildlife Division (PAWD) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-XI (DENR-XI). The 7-day bird watching/bird counting acti
Toni Gonzaga to Host The Voice of the Philippines
Published on 2013-02-18 20:38:00
Ultimate Multimedia Star Toni Gonzaga is officially the host of "The Voice of the Philippines", the country's edition of the worldwide hit singing competition. Toni shared to give viewers a glimpse on what to expect on her new show: "It's a singing c
Angel Locsin Refuses to Marry this Year
Published on 2013-02-18 19:29:00
Actress Angel Locsin denied the rumors that she refused to get married with boyfriend Phil Younghausband this year BECAUSE OF BAD LUCK! "It has nothing to do with luck. The reason why we don't have wedding plans yet is because we're both focused o
Stamp Honors National Artist Centenary
Published on 2013-02-18 01:24:00
Shared with Renz Emmanuel Raquion: Today's young people grew up sleeping to the melodious tune of "Ugoy ng Duyan", sung as a lullaby by their mothers. Hearing it, even at a grown up age, reawakens the liking to be the loving arms of singing mothers
Potential Cyclone Nears Mindanao
Published on 2013-02-17 23:45:00
February 18, 2013 10:23am Satellite image at 8 a.m., 18 Feb 2013. Satellite image at 8 a.m., 18 Feb 2013 Weather Central Possible flash floods and landslides threaten parts of Mindanao as a potential cyclone—a low-pressure ar
Through the Airwaves
Published on 2013-02-06 01:23:00
irirRe-published from Mindanao Daily Mirror The Edge Radio Davao 104.3 FM celebrated its 7th anniversary and fund raising part last Januar 18, 2013 with several invited guests and prayer partners. The seven years of service to the community as an a
To God be the Glory - Through the Airwaves
Published on 2013-02-06 00:56:00
7th year Anniversary of The Edge Radio Davao 104.3 FM on January 18, 2013
A Dinner for a Cause
Published on 2013-02-06 00:26:00
by Grace Almedilla COMPOSTELA VALLEY PROVINCE-----The Provincial Government has scheduled a
Child Actors in The Philippines...
Published on 2013-02-04 02:57:00
...maybe child exploitation? First I should say that I am not against child actors, as long as they do this job in the time they are free of school. A good education is the best a child can get. Big money from a young acting career is
WORLD FAMOUS SINULOG FESTIVAL 2013 TRAVEL, CULTURE, ADVENTURE...
Published on 2013-02-04 00:05:00
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Maybank injects US$100m into Philippine operations
Published on 2013-01-27 23:40:00
Maybank also started building in Davao City. Check out more here: Maybank injects US$100m into Philippine operationsENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
The German Ambassador For the Philippines/Der deutsche Botschafter auf den Philippinen
Published on 2013-01-25 21:19:00
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Philippine German Month February 2013
Published on 2013-01-23 01:02:00
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ComVal Suffers More...
Published on 2013-01-23 00:34:00
COMPOSTELA VALLEY PROVINCE (Jan. 23)----- The rain has stopped but the Provincial, Municipal, and Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils remain ready with their respective rescue teams and keep on watch for any sudden change of the weat
Philippine German Month 2013
Published on 2013-01-22 01:11:00
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Flood in Davao and its Neighbours
Published on 2013-01-21 00:40:00
DAVAO CITY – More than 5,000 families or 25,000 individuals have been affected by the flooding that hit riverside villages here following non-stop rain since Saturday night. The city government has called off classes from kindergarten to high
How is the Weather in The Philippines?
Published on 2013-01-19 23:35:00
Davao Light and Power Co. has now made weather updates and forecasts available to its customers and all readers of this website through its own website www.davao-light.com . This has been made possible through the site's link to the Weather Phil
The Sound of Music - The Musical - IN DAVAO
Published on 2013-01-17 01:00:00
In 1930's Austria, a young woman named Maria is failing miserably in her attempts to become a nun. When the Navy captain Georg Von Trapp writes to the convent asking for a governess that can handle his seven mischievous children, Maria is given th
A Philippine Hero
Published on 2013-01-14 23:43:00
MANILA, Philippines - A member of the Philippine Contingent to the Golan Heights territory received a Peacekeeper of the Month Award at a United Nations Office in Syria for saving the lives of 14 Austrians, the Department of Foreign Affairs repor
Sarah and GMA Fight
Published on 2013-01-12 00:07:00
GMA Network addressed all issues raised by Sarah Lahbati - starting from her posts in the social networking and microblogging site Twitter, which were eventually picked up by the media. "Sarah Lahbati's Artist Management Contract with GMA Network
It's Fun to Be A Senator in The Philippines
Published on 2013-01-11 23:03:00
Manila (Philippine Daily Inquirer/ANN) - Ever wonder why many are dying to become senators? Philippine Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago posed this question during an interview with Radyo Inquirer Wednesday after Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile
It's More Fun in the Philippines...
Published on 2013-01-09 01:44:00
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Compostela Valley - Stands Up!
Published on 2013-01-07 01:54:00
The Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation visits ComVal and conducts relief goods distribution and medical mission on January 5 in Compostela and January 6 in New Bataan.
Mount Pinatubo Travel Advisory
Published on 2013-01-04 01:16:00
MT. PINATUBO TRAVEL ADVISORY NO. 01-2013 The recent spate of untoward incidents that has occurred in and around the crater of Mt. Pinatubo demonstrates a dire need for the Department of Tourism – Region 3 Office to issue its own travel advisory
International Assistance to ComVal continues...
Published on 2013-01-04 00:58:00
Philippine Snail Mail
Published on 2013-01-03 01:54:00
Miss Philippines 2012 Janine Tugonon
Published on 2013-01-03 00:22:00
Miss Philippines 2012 Janine Tugonon did the whole country proud with her first runner-up finish during the Coronation Night of the recently concluded 61st Miss Universe Pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada last December 2012. Her performances throughout the
Prosit Neujahr 2013/Happy New Year 2013
Published on 2012-12-31 21:43:00
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3 Tourists (2 Germans) Rescued After 2 Days in Philippine Sea
Published on 2012-12-21 20:19:00
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Season Greetings...
Published on 2012-12-21 02:36:00
Only the Vatican and the Philippines
Published on 2012-12-21 01:13:00
After the RH-Bill, a new discussion starts again regarding the divorce-bill In The Know: Only the Vatican and the PhilippinesENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
It's More Fun in Compostela Valley... Let's visit Governor Uy!
Published on 2012-12-14 01:26:00
Photos - sent to me by press information office of Governor Uy: ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Waiting For the Promise
Published on 2012-12-14 00:49:00
The most awaited season of the year has finally come. Again. The most joyous month is here at last. At times it makes me wonder how life would be without the month of December. Something is indeed very special on this season that brings about changes
Go Ahead for Philippine Solar Projects
Published on 2012-12-11 00:27:00
Many people, Filipinos and especially expatriates like to learn about it. Check out this
Crying Pacquiao ‘let Philippine fans down’
Published on 2012-12-10 02:31:00
Crying Pacquiao ‘let Philippine fans down’ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Philippine typhoon toll continues to climb - Asia-Pacific - Al Jazeera English
Published on 2012-12-10 01:51:00
The national government is currently facing an enormous problem on how to raise tens of billions of Pesos in rehabilitation funds in the destructive wake of Typhoon "Pablo:. These are in the sectors of agriculture/fisheries and infrastructure, especi
Deadly Taifun - Toedlicher Taifun
Published on 2012-12-05 02:38:00
More than 200 dead victims ... Mehr als 200 Todesopfer... ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Fastest Growth in Asean?
Published on 2012-12-05 01:15:00
I was really surprised receiving the news, that the Philippine economy moved to the fastest in Southeast Asia in the third quarter at 7.1 percent from a year earlier, coming just a little behind China's growth and surpassing projections. I receive
PhilPop Enriches Filipino Music
Published on 2012-12-05 00:04:00
Filipino music is indeed a genuine expression of Filipinos not only as a unified group, but also as unique individuals. The PhilPOP MusicFest Foundation, Inc. is an advocate of this notion, which is it established the Philippine Popular Music Festiva
Try Mindanao!
Published on 2012-12-04 23:21:00
It's coming - and it's BIG....
Published on 2012-12-02 23:57:00
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Holiday Hazards
Published on 2012-11-30 01:40:00
Re-posted Editorial from MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR with friendly permission of the publisher Marietta Siongco: This the season to be careful. As the Christian season approaches and homes and establishments get festooned with various lighting fixtures,
A Railway Network for Davao Region?
Published on 2012-11-30 01:18:00
This topic is not new. I learned about it already during the early 1980s when I visited Mindanao and especially Davao Region for the first time. The railway network system is proving to be a necessity for the Davao Region and has been included by
Davao City Library lands in International Programs List
Published on 2012-11-29 23:51:00
Here is more: Davao City Library lands in international programs list | Sun.StarENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Music and Religion
Published on 2012-11-26 01:34:00
Music and religion belong together like fish and the ocean, light and life, the voice and the ear. In the entire universe, we humans are probably the only beings capable of creating and hearing music. The ability to hear is one of the specific gifts
To Err is Human - To Forgive is Divine (Part II)
Published on 2012-11-24 19:55:00
Yes, forgiveness is godhead and theological together. I looked into my dictionaries and found innumerable explanations: "If we are able to forgive, we are belonging to, or, we are having the nature of God. We might be holy, sacred, heavenly or a supe
Zamboanga Authorities Confiscate Pellet Toy Guns
Published on 2012-11-23 01:20:00
Another important and interesting article, I wish to share with you: Zamboanga authorities confiscate pellet toy guns | Gold Star Daily NewsENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
To Err is Human - To Forgive is Divine
Published on 2012-11-21 20:12:00
The British poet Alexander Pope (1688-1744) created this saying. And, in my opinion, he is so very right. In our daily life struggles we also pass innumerable periods of splendid isolation and act, as William Shakespeare said
Philippine Banks Face Future from Position of Strength
Published on 2012-11-19 00:10:00
A very interesting article you shouldn't miss - especially, if you are living in the Philippines: Philippine banks face future from position of strengthENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
CCTVs in Churches
Published on 2012-11-17 01:43:00
Repost from the Editorial of MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR from November 16, 2012. Times are a-changing. Even churches are asked to install closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras in their premises. Not only business establishments are required to have
most beautiful actresses in the philippines
Published on 2012-11-16 21:08:00
And: what's your favourite regarding "Most beautiful Actresses in the Philippines? ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
CLASSIC ACTORS AND ACTRESSES OF PHILIPPINE CINEMA
Published on 2012-11-16 20:53:00
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Water For Life
Published on 2012-11-14 01:05:00
Davao City Water District's Tibungco Water Supply System serving residents in Tibungco Relocation Phase 2 was blessed and inaugurated last October 25, 2012. The newest water system was funded by the Water for Life foundation of the Vitens-Evides Inte
A New Beginning - The Edge Radio Davao 104.3 FM
Published on 2012-11-14 00:45:00
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The Catholic Church in The Philippines and the Concept of Christmas
Published on 2012-11-13 00:12:00
Here is an interesting post of a Dutch expat living in the Philippines for good: http://www.expatinthephilippines.com ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
DO YOU LOVE FILIPINO POP MUSIC? Filipino Pop Chart - February 2012 (Top 20 Philippine Songs)
Published on 2012-11-12 01:04:00
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Compact For Peace Formed
Published on 2012-11-12 00:44:00
The Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) and the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) have forged an agreement to mutually cooperate in addressing local peace and security issues in Southern Philippines. Lawyer Anwar Malang, ARMM chief of
Green Waste Management and NO to Waste Rice
Published on 2012-11-06 01:51:00
Re-posted from MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR: my column IN MY OPINION from Wednesday, October 31, 2012 with friendly permission from my publisher Marietta F. Siongco. With the first ever landfill gas Program of Activities registered last October 20, 2012,
First Time Eating Durian - I LOVE DURIAN!!!!
Published on 2012-11-05 01:42:00
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FDA gets more aggressive vs 'tainted' noodles, tests other brands
Published on 2012-11-02 02:49:00
Love to eat noodles? Check out this: FDA gets more aggressive vs 'tainted' noodles, tests other brandsENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Peace Be With Us!
Published on 2012-11-02 01:25:00
Repost of my column in MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR (IN MY OPINION) from Friday, October 19, 2012 with friendly permission of publisher Marietta F. Siongco. Peace means "calm". Peace means "freedom from war, disturbance or hostilities". Peace means "bein
Illegal Schools in Davao City
Published on 2012-10-30 03:04:00
The committee on education, science and technology, culture and arts of the city council has set a hearing on November 14 on allegations that some private schools in the city are operating without a permit. Committee chair Councilor Leah Librado-Yap scheduled the hearing after receiving several complaints against such schools. Yap said she is encouraging other parents whose children are enrolled in illegal schools to immediately report to her office or write to the Department of education [..]
MUNICH CAME TO DAVAO CITY - Oktoberfest 2012 in Apo View Hotel
Published on 2012-10-30 00:29:00
Yes, it has been good food, wine, beer, and fun! And, the BAVARIAN SOUND EXPRESS showed us an incredible repertoire. Amazing and unique - for the first time in Davao City. We really had fun, fun, fun... (with singer Karoline of BAVARIAN SOUND EXPRESS) ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Davao: Philippines Amazing City
Published on 2012-10-23 01:07:00
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BAVARIAN SOUND EXPRESS: Traditional German Dance, Oktoberfest
Published on 2012-10-19 22:30:00
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Philippines is 6th in Internet Access
Published on 2012-10-17 20:16:00
I love Internet. You love Internet. And many Filipinos too. And, it's amazing, the Philippines ranked sixth among 47 countries world-wide with the most internet freedom, a study by Freedom House (FH), a New York-based freedom watchdog, showed. The study also showed that the Philippines is the only country in Asia that enjoys freedom in online media. A total of 20 of the 47 countries examined experienced a negative trajectory in internet freedom since 2011, with bahrain, Pakistan, and Ethop [..]
Oktoberfest in Davao City in Apo View Hotel - Das Original - The Original
Published on 2012-10-16 03:50:00
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Brownouts return to Mindanao areas
Published on 2012-10-15 00:00:00
Check this out, please... Brownouts return to Mindanao areasENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Oktoberfest in Davao City at Apo View Hotel
Published on 2012-10-12 20:59:00
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KZ Tandingan From Digos City Wins X-Factor
Published on 2012-10-10 03:01:00
Davao Watersheds Home to Half the Philippines' Bird Species
Published on 2012-10-10 02:44:00
I was really happy to learn about it because of an article in MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR several days ago. Imagine, 70 percent of the Philippine inventory of endemic bird species have been confirmed to be living in the Mount Talomo-Pangigan area. Results rom a recent study conducted by the Philippine Eagle Foundation, Inc. (PEF) revealed that the watershed is home to at least 124 bird species as studied in a series of field surveys conducted from 1997-2012. The Philippines has currently 169 end [..]
What Do YOU Know About GERMANY?
Published on 2012-10-10 02:26:00
What do you know about Germany? You will find out if you are an expert and if you try the German Embassy's quiz at this year's MABUHAY GERMANY from October 12 - 14, 2012. Lots of prizes are waiting...! ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Coach Michael Weiss of the Philippines' Men's National Football Team
Published on 2012-10-06 01:49:00
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Davao Celebrity Bangs Garcia Back Home
Published on 2012-10-05 20:23:00
Race to Save the Philippine Eagle
Published on 2012-09-30 00:23:00
Re-post of MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR Editorial from Wednesday, September 26, 2012 with friendly permission of publisher Marietta Singco).( The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) continues to dwindle in number despite the valiant effort of some stakeholders, chief of which is the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF). According to the International Union for Consideration of Nature (IUCN), the Eagle qualifies as a Critically Endangered Species because it has "an extremely small population ... owi [..]
Naturwunder in meinem Garten/A Natural Phenomenon
Published on 2012-09-24 02:39:00
Ich traute meinen Augen nicht; I thought, I am in a deep dream: Wing span/Fluegelspannweite: 23 cm... . ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Philippine Folktales
Published on 2012-09-22 21:14:00
I love Philippine music and literature. Means to say, I also love Philippine fairy tales and folktales. An example of the folk tale is the Pilanduk story which tells the story of animals. In such stories, human qualities are ascribed to animals, designed to show the cleverness of one animal and the stupidity of another. The interest of animal stories lies in the humour of the deceptions of the absurd predicaments into which the animal's stupidity lead him. "Pilanduk and Singah" is a cycle [..]
MEN DON'T CRY?
Published on 2012-09-12 01:38:00
This is a re-post of my column IN MY OPINION from September 7, 2012 in MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR with friendly permission of my publisher Miss Marietta Siongco. Since I was a little boy, my whole family and our neighbors liked to hammer into my mind and heart the slogan:"Boys (men) don't cry!" Many incidents happened in my life as a young boy. Later too. Up to now - after reaching the second half of my life. Incidents with oppressed and held back tears and emotions... . I made a complete fool, when [..]
Smarter Cities Conversations - Mayor of Davao Sara Duterte
Published on 2012-09-07 22:11:00
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She is Pregnant!
Published on 2012-09-05 03:02:00
After years of trying, Mayor Sara Duterte is finally pregnant with her husband lawyer Mans Carpio. Her husband has also posted a status update on his Facebook timeline that simply said, "proof of life." Congratulations!!! Wishing you all the best!!!ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
NAIA Janitor Returns 634.807 Philippine Pesos
Published on 2012-09-05 02:42:00
It hasn't been the first honest person on the International Airport in Manila. A janitor has returned a bag containing assorted documents and 634.807 Pesos in cash he found at the terminal 2 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport late Monday afternoon. Marie Cherrie Lyn Cruz, of the NAIA T2 Lost and Found Section, reported that Janitor Ronald Gadayan first noticed the black bag unattended at the Gate 1 of the pre-departure area around 3:30 pm. After 30 minute, the janitor still found the bl [..]
Hello from Davao.: Magnitude of 7.6 Earthquake hits East of Philippin...
Published on 2012-08-31 21:30:00
Hello from Davao.: Magnitude of 7.6 Earthquake hits East of Philippin...: A earthquake of a magnitude 7.6 has occurred east of the Philippines and has the potential to generate a tsunami across the Pacific... ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
You Should Not Missed it...
Published on 2012-08-31 20:50:00
September 15, 2012 at 7 pm in CAP Auditorium in Davao City. See you there.ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Cancer and Kidney Transplant in Mindanao
Published on 2012-08-27 00:42:00
Cancer ranks third as the leading cause of death in the Philippines. It is estimated that for every 1,800 Filipinos, one will develop cancer annually and it is very common among Filipino patients to seek medical advice only when the disease is at advanced or terminal stage. This topic is also very imported for foreigners/expatriates living in the Philippines. I was surprised and happy being informed, that it is with this premise that the Davao Regional Hospital took center stage in developing a [..]
Absurd
Published on 2012-08-24 03:09:00
(Re-post of the Editorial of MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR from August 21, 2012 with friendly permission of the Publisher and Editor in Chief Mrs. Marietta Siongco.) Senator Vicente "Tito" Sotto, or at least his chief-of-staff, Hector Villacorta, have unwittingly given the go-signal for everyone in the Philippines to take everything in the internet and using it in any way possible without having to attribute the source - indeed, we can now even claim the words, pictures, music, and other creations of ot [..]
Philippines and Germany to Sign New Tax Treaty in 2013
Published on 2012-08-20 22:22:00
Magicians in Davao
Published on 2012-08-18 21:56:00
Deutsche in Davao und Mindanao/German Nationals in Davao and Mindanao
Published on 2012-08-15 03:24:00
ACHTUNG! Ab Freitag, dem 24. August 2012 - und auch kuenftig - trifft sich die Victoria Plaza Deutschengruppe im Abreeza Mall, 3. Stock, Food Court (neben den Kinos), J.P. Laurel Avenue, Bajada, Davao City immer von 10.00 bis 14.00 Uhr. Herzlich willkommen! ATTENTION! Starting Friday, August 24, 2012 - as well in future - the German Expats Groups will be moving its meeting point/venue from Victoria Plaza Mall to Abreeza Mall, 3rd floor, Food Court (besides the cinemas), J.P. Laurel Avenue, Baja [..]
Philippines' Music and Images
Published on 2012-08-15 03:10:00
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Population Bill Tests Philippine Catholic Church's Clout | The Christian Century
Published on 2012-08-08 23:54:00
A Glimpse at Davao City's Theater Organizations - Why They Hardly Survive and Thrive
Published on 2012-08-08 22:39:00
GUEST COLUMN by Jared Okri Davao City is undoubtedly a haven of emerging artists. Performing arts groups - whether formed out of friendship or formally established have been sprouting recently. These groups come and go; are able to produce one production or two at most. And, as always, most of these groups and organizations don't see the dawning of another production. Let's tak about registered theater organizations. A lot of actors are to be considered in giving conclusion to their early dem [..]
Davao's Exotic Delights
Published on 2012-08-01 00:26:00
Travelling to Davao is always an exotic experience. The safest city in the country has got its tourists falling in love with its natural wonders and exciting adventures. But that's not the end of it. Even the food here is thrilling! Some may call it weird or unusual, but isn't it that the best part of travelling? To try something that is out of the ordinary so that you can truly say you've experienced the place? And we're not just talking about the exotic Durian fruit.
Philippine National Artist Fernando Poe, Jr.
Published on 2012-07-31 20:24:00
President Aquino has finally approved and signed Proclamation 435 affirming a previous proclamation of former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo declaring the late movie icon Fernando Poe Jr. a National Artist, posthumously. Poe, Ronald Allan Poe in real life, was officially defeated by Arroyo in the May 2004 presidential elections. He died in December of the same year. His family didn't attend the formal conferment of the award in May 20096. His wife, veteran Susan Roces, accused Arroyo of riggi [..]
Davao City International Airport's Anti-trafficking Desk
Published on 2012-07-27 02:31:00
An anti-trafficking in persons desk was finally opened last July 20, 2012 at the Davao International Airport. The desk is initiated by the Regional Inter-Agency Council against Trafficking-Integrated Action Network. According to Regional State Prosecutor Antonio Arrellano, concurrent Regional Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking chair, the establishment o an airport desk is an urgency with Davao City becoming more accessible to air travel being the primary entry and exit point in the region. [..]
Survival of Philippine Eagles
Published on 2012-07-25 02:42:00
While it is crucial to seek more donors to save the Philippine eagle from extinction, the Philippine Eagle foundation admitted that it is utterly careful in accepting funds for the survival of the country's national bird.At the Philippine Eagle Center in Malagos district near Davao City (where, by the way, one of my nieces is working as a volunteer!), 12 of the 36 Philippine eagles in captivity are still up for adoption. Dennis Salvador, Philippine Eagle Foundation executive director, told Minda [..]
Museo Dabawenyo in Davao City Philippines
Published on 2012-07-21 21:46:00
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Muenchen Kommt Nach Davao City/Munich Comes to Davao City
Published on 2012-07-17 03:29:00
For the first time ever: Munich comes to Davao City!
Voiceworks Theater Company Davao City, Inc. Presents...
Published on 2012-07-15 00:48:00
Order your tickets now... Witness another great play from talented Davao City's performer. See you then. ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Citipink LIVE in Davao City in November
Published on 2012-07-10 00:57:00
Order your tickets now!See you there!ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Kadayawan Festival in Davao City 2012
Published on 2012-07-06 22:18:00
See you in Davao City. HAPPY KADAYAWAN FESTIVAL from August 12 - 19, 2012!!!ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Taxi Technology Hits Davao City
Published on 2012-07-06 22:04:00
Davao City has now the most advanced mode of payment for taxis. Pay via ATM or Debit Card. MABUHAY Taxi assistant manager Ryan Tan informed the media by stating that from their current 25 units of black taxis 20 are now installed with wireless ATM and Debit terminals and a GBS (global positioning system) done by a computer. MABUHAY!!!
Davao City Airport Landing
Published on 2012-07-05 01:17:00
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Why is The Filipino Special? Part I
Published on 2012-07-04 02:18:00
Writer's note: This is an article written by former Senator Ramon Magsaysay Jr., which has been re-posted several times in the past, and several days ago in Mindanao Daily Mirror, where fellow columnist Juan L. Mercado commented: "YOU MAY FIND MUCH TO AGREE WITH IT - OR DISAGREE. ANYWAY READ ON...". I would say the same. As an expatriate, living in the Philippines since 1999 for good, I found Magsaysay's article very interesting... . +++ Filipinos are brown. Our color should not be a reason for [..]
Organic Farmers Gear up to go Mainstream
Published on 2012-07-04 01:03:00
Organic farming practitioners and their advocates are meeting soon with the city's Technical Committee on Organic Agriculture/Organic Agriculture Management Council (TCOA-OAMC) to determine how to mainstream organic farming in the next five years. The most pressing questions include how to sustain the production of high quality organic products, and how to make organic farm produce more accessible to the public. Go Organic Davao City network member Ling Castro, of the Interface Development Inter [..]
Liezel, Hazel and Twinkle from Davao City
Published on 2012-06-30 02:17:00
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ERDA Vocational School Receives Grant from German Embassy
Published on 2012-06-26 03:53:00
Implementing Ban on Plastics is a Challenge
Published on 2012-06-23 02:07:00
Last week Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte admitted that implementing the ban on non-biodegradable plastic bags and polystyrene foam containers is "challenging" but said it is a challenge the city is willing to take. "For a city as big as Davao City, the implementation is a challenge, but the City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) is determined to implement the law," the mayor said in an interview. The ban of the use of plastics is contained in the Solid Waster Management Ordinance a [..]
Dan Hill Comes to Davao: Sometimes When We Touch!
Published on 2012-06-23 01:31:00
In a karaoke session may it be at home or party, Dan Hill's "Sometimes When we Touch" is the all time favorite and most requested song. Well, rest that microphone for awhile because the multi-Grammy award singer and song-writer will be in Davao City on July 7 to serenade us live with his hit songs like "Never Thought", "Can't We Try", "In Your Eyes" and a lot more. The show will be held at the RSM Event Center of the Philippine Women's College. This is for the benefit of the AMUMA Foundation and [..]
University of Southeastern Philippines in Davao: Here you can also learn GERMAN!
Published on 2012-06-20 01:06:00
The University of Southeastern Philippines in Davao City (Obrero) is not only the TOP 5 among 300 Philippine Universities. USeP also offers foreign language courses. If you wish to like more, visit http://www.usep.edu.ph and then click RESOURCES AND OFFICES - CENTERS - INSTITUTE OF LANGUAGES. I am honoured to be one of the faculty members (German Language Professor) since more then four years now.ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Become A Guardian of Radio Airwaves
Published on 2012-06-19 03:49:00
Every hour - an average crowds in your mind - both - positive and negative.The airwaves - television and radio-transmissions are top influencers . The EDGE RADIO DAVAO 104.3 FM IS INVITING YOU TO BE A GUARDIAN OF THE AIRWAVES. Log on to: http://www.theedgeradiodavao.yolasite.com
Maybe that's something for YOU???
Published on 2012-06-18 02:58:00
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Philippines and China left Disputed Shoal
Published on 2012-06-18 02:37:00
Is it only because of the bad weather? Anyway, China says, it will pull out his fishing boats from the disputed shoal in the South China Sea following a similar move by the Philippines. The Philippine President ordered the pullout of the two remaining Government ships, citing bad weather. The Philippines are expected the third heavy tropical storm on Wednesday.ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Happy Birth Anniversary Dr. Jose Rizal
Published on 2012-06-18 02:23:00
Why Do I love to live in The Philippines? Warum liebe ich es, auf den Philippinen zu leben?
Published on 2012-06-16 03:13:00
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The Abel Family - Die Abel Familie
Published on 2012-06-16 03:10:00
The German Abel family belongs to one of the first classical music forerunners and paved the way for innumerable and - let me subscribe it - as "indirect foundations laying". CLAMOR HEINRICH ABEL, was born in the German county Westphalia (which is, by the way, also this writer's home!) around 1640. Clamor Heinrich Abel became a chamber musician in 1665 and published his edition of sonatas during the period 1674-1677. Notes estates are available until nowadays. CHRISTIAN FERDINAND ABEL, his son, [..]
Bahala na! I DON'T CARE!
Published on 2012-06-16 02:09:00
Republished from MINDANAO DAILY MIRROR (Friday, June 15, 2012) From the sheer goodness of one's heart - are we really doing even small things for our fellow creatures? Hey, don't you see it/ We are becoming more and more uninterested. We live without concern. We are not making the difference. We even don't think or even don't try to think about it. We have no influence or weight - neither good nor bad. Is that really what we want? The taxi driver has learned his way and makes a detour without h [..]
Papa Ogie Turns Sexy Mama
Published on 2012-06-16 00:34:00
Be careful what you wish for - it might just come true! Since June 11, 2012, GMA-Network presents viewers the spell-binding and hilarious yet heart-warming story of Bong and his daughter Daisy in the new family romantic-comedy series MY DADDY DEAREST. Multi-awarded singer-songwriter-actor and friend Ogie Alcasid plays the role of Bong, son of a rich man grew up without guidance and care of his mother. I don't want to tell you the whole story - just check it out yourself.
The Case Of Cotabato City Judge Indar
Published on 2012-06-11 02:49:00
The Supreme Court of the Philippines disbarred a trial court judge in Cotabato for issuing decisions on numerous annulments of marriage cases without conducting any judicial proceedings in the cases. In per curiam decision, the High Court found Judge Cadar O. Indar, Al Haj, Presiding Judge of the Regional Trial Court, Branch 14, Cotbato City and Acting Presiding Judge of the Regional Trial Court, branch 15, Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao, guilty of gross misconduct and dishonesty. The case originate [..]
Automatic Weather Stations Installed in Region XI
Published on 2012-06-11 01:55:00
Six Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) were successfully installed in Region XI by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PAGASA). the six weather stations were strategically located at the Provincial Nursery of Baganga, Davao Oriental; Jose Abad Santos, Davao del Sur; PAGASA office, Sasa, Davoa City; City Hall, Island Garden City of Samal; Provincial Capitol of Nabunturan, Compostela Valley Province; and a [..]
Issues of Sovereignty - The Territorial Dispute between China and Philippines
Published on 2012-06-11 01:27:00
Scarborough Shoal, a cluster of coral reefs and islets... It lies well within a 200-nautical-miles "exclusive economic zone" provided for by the United Nations Convention on "The Law of Sea". But China - which claims most of the South China Sea, including portions also claimed by the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan, insists that the Shoal has been part of its territory since at least the 13th century and points to old maps that mark it as Chinese... .ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS B [..]
Moral and Human Values
Published on 2012-06-05 00:47:00
In these eventful times with shouting for peace all around the globe but also with "lust after war", with corrupt politicians and terrorism attacks against innocents and with cries for justice, it is very easy to forget moral and human values. People, don't let this happen! Allow me to ask you a questions: "What makes a modern person?" Technology and knowledge for sure? If not, we couldn't operate with our computers or other equipments. Skills, of course, belong to it. But more important are att [..]
Good Prize, Sir!
Published on 2012-06-04 03:36:00
I love Shakespeare! Most of his literary works can inspire one to prepare one write up after the next. "All the world is a stage" and columnists sometimes might really "roar like a lion". Being sure about their topics they don't have "much ado about nothing' now and then, or from time to time. Occasionally columnists and other writers or commentators feel like "love labors lost" by pointing defects and abuses but only receive discredit, misinterpretation, disapproval, disdain or indifference. Th [..]
Do You Love Philippine Soap Operas?
Published on 2012-05-29 02:45:00
If you love them, then you might have another reason to watch TV in the Philippines. ABS-CBN opened yesterday the pages of one of the most provocative stories to be ever told on television: Precious Hearts Romances presents HIYAS, starring the first team up of Zanjoe Marudo and Megan Young. this series marks the return of sought-after leading man Zanjoe in a soap opera and marks the first daring role to be portrayed on television by host-actress Megan. Joing the two are model-turned-actor Edward [..]
Be Again On Guard Against Dengue
Published on 2012-05-29 02:27:00
The Philippines' weather bureau predicts the onset of the rainy season now. The usually rainy season is six months in the Philippines - from June to November each year. With rains comes flooding, along with threat of illnesses such as dengue fever. We are all advised here to be vigilant against dengue, a perennial health problem, prevalent in tropical countries such the Philippines. Anyone can fall ill with dengue fever any time during the year but the number of patients increases during the rai [..]
Struggles Abroad
Published on 2012-05-25 21:53:00
From the first moment I have been involved with Filipinos I thought that there must be a reason why they detached themselves from their loved ones... only to be enslaved in a foreign country. Look through a migrant worker's life and agree with me: being an overseas worker is not easy. But for innumerable Philippine families, it seems the only way to survive financially. Oversea workers have to deprive themselves of many things they used to enjoy at home - physically, mentally, emotionally, socia [..]
Corona debunks charges in Impeachment Court
Published on 2012-05-23 02:06:00
Missing Blindfish of Mayayahay Cave
Published on 2012-05-23 01:21:00
Compostela Valley - Ever heard or seen a blind fish? Chances are you will not see again in Mahayahay cave in the village of Taboran, unless you are fortune. The cave is less then a ten minutes walk from the military camp of the 72nd Infantry battalion at camp Manuel T. yan, Sr., headquarters of the 10th Infantry Division of the Philippine Army - 12 km
Paul Abraham - Hungarian Classics
Published on 2012-05-22 23:08:00
Paul Abraham... Check out more here: http://www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com
Music With Ease: Claudio Monteverdi
Published on 2012-05-22 03:12:00
Music with ease: really... . Claudio Monteverdi is really one of the greatest Italian composers. Check out more here: http://www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com Or tune in to my Sunday's radio program "Classics with Klaus Doring" from 2 to 4 PM (Philippine Standard Time) on 104.3 FM "The Edge Radio Davao" or via live stream
Philippine-German Relations
Published on 2012-05-17 03:00:00
Re-published from Mindanao Daily Mirror (my column IN MY OPINION from May 11, 2012) Philippine-German relations are built on the strong foundations that link the people and culture of both countries. Formal relations between both governments began only in the 1950s but the social and economic relations date back to the colonial times when Hamburg opened a consulate in Manila in 1849. The Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, stayed in Germany from 1886-1887, and it was in Berlin where he pu [..]
Jessica Could Go Home on "American Idol"
Published on 2012-05-17 02:16:00
On Wednesday's night's American Idol (in the Philippines last night!) the finalists perormed three songs each, fighting for their spot in the final two. Joshua Ledet, 20, was the first performer, and he got all three judges up on their feet following his strong rendition of Etta James' "I'd Rather be Blind". Though the evening seemed like ti was Ledet's, Phillip Phillips' final performance gave Ledet a run for his money. Jessica Sanchez, 16, was by no means lost in the crowd. Sad to say! She mad [..]
Sulu As a Tourist Spot?
Published on 2012-05-15 03:21:00
SMART Gains International Recognition for Green Initiatives
Published on 2012-05-15 03:03:00
SMART Telecommunications Philippines recently received two prestigious awards in 2011 for programs that support the preservation of the environment - one from the Asia Communication Awards and other from the World Communications Awards. The Asia Communications Awards bestowed upon SMART the Green Technology Award while the World Communications Awards gave the Philippine company the Green Award, both for its "Alternative Power for Cell Sites" program. This brings to five, SMART's awards for th [..]
Two More Classical Music Masters: Respighi and Rachmaninoff
Published on 2012-05-14 04:06:00
Here is more about them: www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com
More From a Blessed Davao City's Fashion Designer: Silverio Anglacer
Published on 2012-05-10 03:03:00
Gown for Dr. Vina Lim (Photos taken by Cookie Tan Photography) "If you design like this and you come to Pakistan - everyone will treat you like a real king in our fashion industry." (Joverea Batool) "That's I call a piquantly zestful whiff of an English meadow in spring time!" (Mae Madelette Chua). Silverio Anglacer - a really blessed fashion designer from Davao City... .ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Plastic Bags and Styrofoam Ban in Davao City
Published on 2012-05-10 02:31:00
It took so long. Finally it's done! Starting June, Davao City joins over a quarter of the world's countries that ban the use of non-biodegradable plastics or polythene bags used for grocery and shopping, including materials made of polystyrene foam. The ban of the use of plastics and Styrofoam takes effect on June 28, 2012 - two years after the Davao City Ecological Solid Waste Management Ordinance was approved in June 2010. Acting City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) chief Jos [..]
More Support for the Ifugao Rice Terraces
Published on 2012-05-10 01:57:00
As one could learn from news reports from the Philippine News Agency, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has committed 5 million PHP for the restoration of the world-renowned Rice Terraces of the Philippines in Ifugao province.
Davao Music Nation Launches Website
Published on 2012-05-10 00:59:00
To celebrate Davao's widely music culture and showcase the inherent talent of its home grown musicians, the Davao music community is launching a a website to increase awarness and support for Davao music culture and Davao musicians. Davao Music Nation (DMN) is an internet magazine created bu the Davao Music community for the fans and for anyone looking for good music. "We have all this talent in Davao City and most of us who live here aren't even aware that they exist," says entrepreneur and web [..]
The Durian Legend
Published on 2012-05-05 03:08:00
A long time ago there lived an ugly, old but powerful king named Barom-Mai in Calinan near Davao City. He married the young and beautiful Madayaw-Bayho, a daughter of Tageb, king of the sea pirates who ruled the islands of Ligid, Talicud and Samal. But Madayaw-Bayho did not love the king: so she often ran away from his kingdom. But her father always returned her to the king. One day, she ran away, and vowed never to return to the king. Because of this King Barom-Mai told his advisers, headed by [..]
Davao first to Receive Fishery Patrol Boats
Published on 2012-05-05 02:23:00
Among the regions in Mindanao, the Davao Region is the first to receive their share of patrol boats given by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic (BFAR) to municipal governments. BFAR Regional Director Fatma Idris gladly notes that Region XI is one of the five regions nationwide, and the only one in Mindanao given such facility to strengthen community-based coastal resources management. Region XI gets six of such patrol boats which cost 1.2 million PHP each. These are given to the municipalities [..]
Building "Noah's Ark"
Published on 2012-05-01 02:35:00
It was February, still months away from the rainy-season downpurs that can blanket Metro Manila with deadly floods, but in Barangay Tumana, Marikina City, the townfolk were busy evacuating their riverside homes as if their lives depended on it. Carrying some clothes, beddings and important documents, about 350 people - including men, women and children - left their homes in an orderly fashion, boarded trucks and moved to the H. Bautista Elementary School in nearby Barangay Concepcion which had b [..]
CNN's Eye on The Philippines
Published on 2012-05-01 01:49:00
Ara Mina, Christine Reyes and Heidi Gatmaytan
Published on 2012-05-01 01:38:00
(Ara Mina and Christine Reyes)
China and Philippines Ended Standoff
Published on 2012-04-29 00:12:00
China and the Philippines have4 reportedly ended their week-long standoff in area in the South China Sea to which both countries lay claim. The standoff last Sunday, when Filipino authorities reportedly intercepted eight Chinese poacher boats and demanded they hand over their catch. Chinese officials saw the encounter as harassment to its nationals and responded by dispatching three larger surveillance vessels to Scarborough Shoal - located 230 kilometres from the Filipino Zambales Province, whi [..]
Climate Change in Mindanao
Published on 2012-04-23 20:16:00
It's summer again in the Philippines. It's hot - also here in Mindanao. It rains. Sometimes it pours cats and dogs. Yes, we can feel the climate change also here. Especially Region XII is highly at risk in a changing climate condition with increased rainfall and rising sea levels. Herlita G. Caraan, National Statistical coordinator Board Region XII chief, said that more rainfall, an increase in temperature and rising sea levels would hit the area in the medium term 2020 - 2050. In a fact sheet, [..]
Philippine Press Institute Goes Live Streaming
Published on 2012-04-23 03:05:00
For the first time since 1997 when the first press forum was organized, the Philippine Press Institute will cover live its 16th National Press forum on Media Accountability and Public engagement via video streaming on April 23 and 24 at Traders Hotel manila. This is made possible by the Information Technology Ventures (ICTV) which offered its services and technical resources for free. Considered as one of the most anticipated annual gathering of publishers and editors from the 71-member newspape [..]
Hans Pfitzner and Siegfried Ochs - Classical Music Masters... .
Published on 2012-04-17 01:46:00
(Hans Pfitzner) (Siegfried Ochs) Check out more about these two fantastic classical composers here: http://www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com And don't miss listening my radio show "Classics with Klaus Doring", Sundays from 2 to 4 pm on 104.3 FM "The Edge Radio Davao" (Philippine Standard Time) or via live stream: http://www.livestream.com/theedgeradiodavaoENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
DOST to Strengthen Teachers on Disaster Management
Published on 2012-04-16 21:40:00
As we are experiencing climate change, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) deemed it necessary to increase awareness and strengthen the capability of Science and Mathematics teachers on disaster risk reduction and management. Although one seldom experience strong earthquakes in Southern Mindanao, the disaster risk reduction and management awareness will guide teachers as well as students on how to effectively respond when such phenomenon occurs. Fifty Science and Mathematics teachers [..]
Philippine Photo Impressions... .
Published on 2012-04-12 03:50:00
MABUHAY UND HERZLICH WILLKOMMEN!!!ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Why The Sun Shines More Brightly Than The Moon...
Published on 2012-04-10 02:02:00
A Philippine Fairytale... Long, long ago there lived a fairy with two beautiful daughters. Araw, the elder daughter, was very amiable and had a kindly disposition; but Buwan, unlike her sister, was disobedient, cruel and harsh. She was always finding fault with Araw. One night, when the fairy came home from her nocturnal rambles and saw Buwan badly mistreating her elder sister, she asked God for help against her unruly daughter. Before this time, God had prepared very valuable gifts for the two [..]
Philippine Music: minsan lang kitan iibigin from music band for weddings
Published on 2012-04-05 01:36:00
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Maligayang Bati -Cedric's Filipino Classical Experience
Published on 2012-04-05 01:32:00
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Classical Relaxing Music of The Philippines
Published on 2012-04-05 00:00:00
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Power Crisis in Mindanao - And No Ending?
Published on 2012-03-31 02:45:00
It's summer again. Temperatures are still rising. Rain is seldom. Especially in Mindanao we have to live with several power interruptions - or, as it is called here "brownouts" (blackouts)! This is not new. I am living in Davao City since 1999... Now we all have been informed, that the Mindanao Development Authority said that President Benigo Aquino has taken decisive action on the Mindanao power problem. The first step was that President Aquino was set to meet with power industry stakeholders i [..]
It's Vacation Time - Es ist Ferienzeit!
Published on 2012-03-30 01:11:00
YONNEX TRANSLATION AND DOCUMENTATION SERVICE, Davao: CLOSED UNTIL APRIL 10, 2012. WE ARE BACK ON SERVICE ON APRIL 11, 2012. GESCHLOSSEN BIS 10. APRIL 2012. WIR SIND WIEDER DA FUER SIE AM 11. APRIL 2012. +++ NO GERMAN COURSE AT UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHEASTERN PHILIPPINES UNTIL APRIL 10, 2012. NEW COURSE STARTS ON APRIL 11, 2012 9 AM. ENROLMENTS ARE STILL ONGOING! SCHEDULE M-W-SAT 9 TO 11 AM AND FRIDAYS 8 TO 10 AM. KEIN DEUTSCHKURS AN DER UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHEASTERN PHILIPPINES BIS 10. APRIL 2012. DER N [..]
The Summer is Back - and Blackouts in The Philippines!
Published on 2012-03-24 03:16:00
One of my previous columns in Mindanao Daily Mirror was entitled "Summer is back". Yes, summer is back in the Philippines - and the daily blackouts - or "brownouts"... . After being able to avoid the rotating power outages for the past two months, Davao Light and Power company may now be forced to implement rotating brownouts within its franchise as the national Grid Cooperation of the Philippines has announced an increase in the Mindanao-wide power curtailment at a level of 320 MW. While other [..]
Science Information Officers Trained on Basic Communication Research
Published on 2012-03-24 02:52:00
Information Officers of the Department of Science and Technology from different regional offices gathered in Davao City for a 3-day Basic Communication Research Workshop for the DOST Regional Information and Promotions Managers held at Crown Regency Residences on February 28 to March 1, 2012. The training workshop was jointly organized by the Department of Science and Technology Regional Office XI, Science and Technology Information Insitute and Technlogy Application and promotion Institute. The [..]
Bye bye Jessica....?
Published on 2012-03-24 02:16:00
Yes, I was (and I am still!) one of her fans. Filipino-Mexican-American contestant Jessica Sanchez unfortunately has slipped from the top spot on the weekly "American rankings of a U.S. magazin. In the latest "Power Rankings" of ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY Sanchez has fallen to the No. 3 spot after spending two weeks at the top. Despite this Sanchez was still safe and will now join the "American Idol" tour this summer as part of the Top 10. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY expects Sanchez to bounce back after last [..]
Aquino Inspires German Business Leaders to Invest in The Philippines
Published on 2012-03-24 01:40:00
German business leaders led by honorary consuls who compose part of the so-called "2012 Team Philippines-Germany" were inspired by President Benigno Aquino sincerity to effect the necessary reforms that will make the country more investment-friendly, thus preventing again past mistakes, including the controversial Fraport issue that has affected for a while relations between both countries. Despite his busy schedule, President Aquino took time last March 21, 2012 to meet the German delegates, wh [..]
Relax With Classical Music... Here is More About von Weber and von Webern
Published on 2012-03-22 03:20:00
Anton von Webern Carl Maria von Weber Add caption (It's me, while enjoying the last classical concert in Davao City...) Classical music, my best solution to relax and unwind from the daily stress and hectic... There are hundreds of amazing classical music composers. Here are two more, Carl Maria von Weber and Anton von Webern: http://www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com
Plant Trees and Get Land Tax Discount
Published on 2012-03-20 03:33:00
PLDT Campaigns Win PANAta Awards for Promoting Filipino Values
Published on 2012-03-14 02:31:00
Two PLDT communication campaigns bagged the bronze in the PANAta Awards held recently in Makati City. Conducted annually by the Philippine Association of National Advertisers (PANA), the PANAta Awards recognizes outstanding marketing communication materials or companies that promote positive Filipino values. PLDT KaAsenso's omnibus campaign won in the Brand/Product Marketing category with its integrated approach, using four different typs of medium - print , radio, tv and social media. The them [..]
Broadway's Best in Davao City
Published on 2012-03-13 02:47:00
Broadway's Best in Davao City? Really? Yes. Many times Davao City seems to remain as cultural fallow field. But there are exemptions. The Voiceworks Theater Company, Inc. invited all of us officially to watch its upcoming show BROADWAY'S BEST: VCTI 2ND ANNIVERSARY MUSICAL CONCERTon April 14, 2012 at the CAP Auditorium 6 - 8 p.m. The Voiceworks Theater will be giving away scholarships in Performing Arts. For ticket reservations and queries please call/text 0920-6119482 and look for Direk Richa [..]
Side by Side - A Piano Duet Concert in Davao City
Published on 2012-03-06 02:23:00
(Daphne C. Jocson)(Mary Anne Espina) It was (again!) an enchanting evening. Hundreds of classical music lovers (including me!) experienced a wonderful concert with the two concert pianist ladies Daphne C. Jocson (member of the quintet "The Five Davao Lady Pianists and very good friend of mine!) and Mary Anne Espina. Daphne Cabaguio Jocson is a dynamic collaborating artist in local and foreign classical music circles. She performs with professional artists in Manila, Davao City and the United St [..]
Tree Planting: Comval Shines at 14 - Going Green
Published on 2012-03-06 01:46:00
Compostela Valley marks the second day of the 5th Bulawan festival with a synchronized tree planting activity with more then or less 500,000 seedlings planted province wide on March 6, 2012. KUDOS and daghan salamat po for taking care of our Mother Nature!ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
SOPA of Governor Uy
Published on 2012-03-03 02:45:00
Governor Arturo Uy delivered his State of the Provincial Address (SOPA) on February 29, 2012 at the ComVal Capitol. Topping his achievements for the past year is the TOP 10 Best performing provinces in the Philippines by the DILG. It was attended by local officials, national agencies and new private sector people.ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
SMART Continues to Support Sendong-affected Schools
Published on 2012-03-03 01:49:00
After providing uninterrupted mobile service, post-disaster free calls, and over three million Pesos in donations to help survivors of Tropical Storm SENDONG rebuild their lives, SMART Communications, inc. (Smart) recently turned over additional equipment, school supplies and slippers to affcetd schools and partners in Cagayan de Oro City. To benefit are some 6,300 students and 245 teachers from seven public high schools and two public elementary schools that are SMART partners in the Dynamic le [..]
Davao del Sur's Coco-Sugar Business Epitomizes Countryside Development
Published on 2012-02-29 02:07:00
DOST Secretary Mario G. Montejo commended the Lao Integrated Farms Inc. based in Barangay Eman, Bansalan, Davao del Sur, for bringing in improvements at the rural areas in the part of this province, using appropraite technology innovations - as one could learn in an article by carina L. Cayon of the PIA 11. Montejo said that the inventor and producer of the Donnabelle coconut sugar and syrup products made from coconut sap. epitomizes DOST's countryside development program as an effective and equ [..]
Philippine Fairytales - Philippinische Maerchen (XIII)
Published on 2012-02-29 01:28:00
WARUM ES ERDBEBEN GIBT... In alten Zeiten war das friedliche Land der Tagalen ein bluehendes Land. Es herrschte dort ein gerechter Koenig. Die Leute liebten und ehrten ihn. Aber keine von ihnen hatte den Koenig je gesehen. Sie wussten nur, dass er Lakan Adya hiess. Die Bewohner des Landes fuehrten ein glueckliches Leben. Es plagten sie keine Sorgen, sie hegten keine Feindschaft gegeneinander, das Boese war ihnen fremd, einer nannte den anderen seinen Bruder oder seine Schwester. Eines Tages wurd [..]
First Cruise Ship to Dock in Davao
Published on 2012-02-24 02:10:00
This city will welcome the first cruise ship to dock on March 30, 2012, carrying 371 French nationals to visit Davao City. It is the NDS Voyages Princess Danae from France. It will dock after visiting Papua New Guinea. The French nationals as soon as they arrive on the 30th of March will be toured in selected tourist destinations in the city. The Department of Tourism also allotted a budget to show them around. Visitors then will be brought to Davao's newest and largest park, the "People's Park [..]
USEP Launches Campus Tree Planting Project
Published on 2012-02-24 01:38:00
A tree planting activity inside the six-hectare campus of the University of Southeastern Philippines, Obrero, Davao City (where I am also teaching since 4 years), kicked off the launch of the university's sustainable campus project last February 14, 2012. The project is in partnership with the international environmental group Greenpeace. The launch, highlighted by a forum on energy conservation and efficiency, was participated in by the USEP administrators and employees headed by USEP President [..]
Music For Relaxing Hours: Carl Zeller and Riccardo Zandonai
Published on 2012-02-22 02:15:00
(Riccardo Zandonai) (Carl Zeller) Here is more about them: www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.comENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
"Unofficially Yours" - the First Movie Team-Up Cruz/Locsin
Published on 2012-02-22 02:03:00
Star Cinema's "Unofficial Yours". the first movie teamup of John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin, earned already 18.5 million Pesos on its first day. Directed by Cathy Garcia-Molina, this movie tells the story of a casual relationship. The opening numbers bode well for the film, especially since "No Other Woman" went on to become the second most successful movie last year with total gross revenue of 282.5 million Pesos for its entire run. The success of "Unofficially Yours" also cements Cruz's stro [..]
Young Leaders In ComVal
Published on 2012-02-22 01:19:00
The First Sangguniang Kabataan Congress was held in ComVal with the theme "Super Kabataan para sa Kalikasan" on February 11 - 12, 2012 at the Lorenzo Sarmiento Sr. National High School. Almost 1,000 youths from the eleven municipalities had a chance to get together and enhance their leadership skills as the second day event took place. The young leaders also launch "War on Waste Program" and the Search for Most Outstanding SK 2012. Governor Uy was very thankful for the dynamism and management [..]
Food Safety in The Philippines
Published on 2012-02-21 02:10:00
Since living in the Philippines for good, I have tried many times food also offered by street vendors. No problems at all! Since the last study of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST Regional Office XI) and its director Dr. Anthony Sales, street vendors seem to remain unaffected by this study. Several street vendors here in Davao said they are still enjoying the patronage of the locals. Meanwhile Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte said banning in any parts of the city is not an option. Of [..]
German Consul Klaus Muller Visits DOST Regional Office XI
Published on 2012-02-21 01:14:00
First Secretary and Consul Mr. Klaus Muller from the German Embassy in Manila visited again Davao City during the annual German Consulars Day, held again in the University of Southeastern Philippines. Consul Klaus Muller (Photo above extreme left) followed also an invitation of DOST (Department of Science and Technology) Regional Office XI Director Dr. Sales (second from right) together with Benjamin V.D. Estrelladao, Jr., Metrology and Metals Testing Lab-in-Charge and this writer. "Cert [..]
Bad Weather in The Philippines
Published on 2012-02-16 01:09:00
A friend of mine, living in the U.S., emailed me this morning and asked, if it is true, that Mindanao is expecting another taifun. An active low pressure area will bring widespread rains over Visayas and Eastern Mindanao, according to the Philippine Atmosphere, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). And, I must confess, while writing this piece, it's starting again raining here in Davao City. PAGASA, in its weather synopsis, said that the ALPA was estimated based on sate [..]
Philippine Film Industry in Decline
Published on 2012-02-16 00:45:00
As one could learn from AFP, the number of films produced in the Philippine movie industry has halved over the past decade in the face or privacy and Hollywood competition, a government study showed. Only the rise of independent film-makers has saved the industry from declining further, with "Indie" movies now accounting for more than the half the total made in the Philippines. "There are many factors causing the fall. There is piracy and competition from foreign movies. Local movies are also no [..]
Infancy
Published on 2012-02-15 19:50:00
Re-post of Editorial "Mindanao Daily Mirror" from February 15, 2012 with friendly permission by publisher and editor-in-chief Marietta Siongco. "In ten days the country will celebrate the 26th anniversary of the first People Power uprising in EDSA, the one that booted out a dictator and restored democracy to a people deprived of freedom for two decades. The Marcos administration ha been characterized by corruption and brutality, and by the time the conjugal dictatorship was toppled it had broug [..]
Aquino to Inaugurate Lufthansa Technik Facility
Published on 2012-02-11 01:17:00
President Benigno Aquino will lead the inauguration of the Lufthansa Technik, Philippines' new maintenance hangar for Airbus aircraft in Villamor Airbase in Pasay City. The maintenance hangar, located at Macro Asia Special Economic Zone inside the Villamar Airbase, is intended for Airbus 380 aircraft. Upon his arrival at the venue, the President will simulate operating an Airbus A 380 aircraft. He will then pull the throttle that will signal the opening of the new maintenance hangar. After his [..]
Philhealth to Increase Members' Contribution from 1,200 to 2,400 Pesos
Published on 2012-02-11 00:49:00
I am an expat in the Philippines since 1999 and also a member of PhilHealth. The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation is looking at increasing contribution of its members from 1,200 to 2,400 Pesos (from 20 to 40 EUROS) per year. effective July 1, 2012. One could learn this from Dr. Eduardo Banzon, president and chief executive officer. Banzon said the increase on contribution is based on Circular 22 approved already last December. Under this circular, members can avail of the old rate by payi [..]
Earthquakes Occuring Everyday in The Philippines
Published on 2012-02-06 00:58:00
While writing this piece I received some messages from good friends in Cebu City telling me, that this area has been hit by another strong earthquake just an hour ago. Tsunami warning has been given out. Saturday, another quake initially measuring 6.0 in magnitude struck Samar Island. The quake hit at 9 p.m. at a depth of 60 kilometres north of the city of Guiuan. The epicenter was around 600 km away east of Manila. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said that low-magnitud [..]
License Plates in The Philippines
Published on 2012-02-02 02:47:00
Sometimes Filipinos are strange people. Expat friend Jan tells you why he thinks so: license plates in the Philippines, follow-upENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Hungarian Classical Music by Zoltan Kodaly
Published on 2012-02-02 02:05:00
Zoltan Kodaly: a classical composer, pedagogue, linguist and philosopher. An amazing person: Here is more about him: www.klausdoringclassicalmusic.webs.com Or tune in to 104.3 FM "The Edge Radio Davao" every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. (Philippine standard time) to my radio show Classics with Klaus Doring or via live stream www.davao.theedge.ph. ENJOY READING! VIEL SPASS BEIM LESEN!
Immigration Resumes Employment Generation Program
Published on 2012-02-01 20:45:00
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Thursday resumed the implementation of an employment generation program that grants foreign businessmen employing at least 10 Filipino workers the privilege to stay indefinitely in the country. Commissioner Ricardo David Jr. made the announcement after Justice Secretary Leila de Lima approved memorandum circular No. RADJR-11-007, dated December 14, 2011, prescribing the revised rules for implementing the Special Visa for Employment Generation (SVEG), which was f [..]
Sayaw Pinoy 2012 Goes to Davao City
Published on 2012-01-31 01:05:00
"Sayaw Pinoy", the longest running national dance tour featured in this year's Philippine Arts Festival (PAF), will be staged in Davao City on February 3 - 4.
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) brings in to Davao City the country's top dance companies to perform the dance tour that will showcase colorful tradition of dances and movements in the country.
NCCA's National Committee on Dance head Shirley Halili-Cruz said that the national dancer groups together with three loca [..]