Monthly Archives: February 2011
JUDICIAL CHICANERY IN WEBB/ABADILLA 5 CASES
by Rodel Rodis
February 14, 2011
The Philippine Supreme Court exhibited chicanery in its February 8, 2011 decision denying “with finality” the appeal of the five men known as the “Abadilla 5” who were convicted of the ambush killing of Col. Rolando Abadilla on June 13, 1996. Continue reading
VOICES
by Yoly Tumangan Tubalinal.
February 14, 2011
VOICES is a new column which will alternate with “The Write Connection” on this page. The idea is to get the MegaScene readers into the habit of putting their two cents worth on issues that currently capture the imagination and fancy of people who care about what happens in their community, Continue reading
Abolish the PMA
February 14, 2011
The Philippine Military Academy is celebrating its foundation day again this month and unlike in the past, this year’s celebration is marked with the unexpected proposals for the abolition of the top military school in the country. Continue reading
NANAY CEDC Gets Funding for Housing Counseling Services
February 14, 2011
Miami , Florida (February 8, 2011)- NANAY Community Economic Development Corporation (NANAY-CEDC), a non-profit affiliate of NANAY Inc. and an organizational member of the Asian American Federation of Florida, is pleased to announce its receipt of a one?year grant in the amount of $100,000 from the National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development (National CAPACD) to support its housing counseling services. Continue reading
Piolo Pascual to wow Chicago fans at Copernicus Theater, March 6
February 14, 2011
Together with comedienne “Pokwang,” Piolo’s March concert tour is sure to rock the world of Chicago FilAms and pack Copernicus with the heat wave to melt the icy cold breeze of the Windy City.
Kubo Productions brings the Philippines’ hottest actor/singer Piolo Pascual and the rising comedienne “Pokwang” to the United States on March 5, 2011 for a concert on March 6 at5 P.M. in Copernicus Theater, located at 5216 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago. Continue reading
“Momma Cuisine” on life… …Pinoy style GMA TV
February 14, 2011
Johanna Mirpuri-Cook, daughter of Dr. Richard & Lillian Mirpuri (Founder, Spiritual Director & Senior Pastor of The Word of Grace Family Christian Fellowship), is the Founder/CEO of “MOMMA CUISINE”. When asked to explain what “Momma Cuisine” is all about, this is what Johanna said, “Momma Cuisine is about helping and giving busy moms the tools and skills to make great everyday meals for their families and friends. Continue reading
“Re-Districting” of Asian Am Turfs to Be Blocked
February 14, 2011
CHICAGO (jGLi) – Four of the five leading mayoral candidates in Chicago agreed to prevent the redistricting of some Asian American bailiwicks so that Asian Americans can rally behind an aspiring Asian American Chicago alderman. Continue reading
Another baby for Lea Salonga?
February 14, 2011
AWARD-WINNING singer Lea Salonga may have another baby next year. This as her husband, Robert Chien, reportedly wants her to get pregnant again, now that their eldest, Nicole, is three years old. and the deadline the couple is giving each other for their next baby is next year, said a top columnist. Continue reading
Lovi Poe turns 21 on Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2011
Actress Lovi Poe will turn 21 on Valentine’s Day and from the looks of it, she’ll celebrate alone. The daughter of the late Movie King Fernando Poe Jr. was rushed last week to the St. Lukes Hospital and Medical Center in Quezon City due to high fever and coughs. Continue reading
Luis Manzano shows off his new home
February 14, 2011
WHO’S that girl? She’s Anne Curtis, the co-star of Luis Manzano in the movie with the same title, “Who’s That Girl.” Is Anne the new apple of the his eyes? Luis has a ready answer – for the movie only. Continue reading