Monthly Archives: July 2011
Survival of the Fittest
July 1, 2011
When I was much younger, my friends and I enjoyed playing superhero. We loved to imagine what it would be like to have powers, to be the strongest, smartest protector the world could have — and to always triumph over evil. We played make believe that we were the Sailor Scouts and the Power Rangers. Continue reading
KUNDIMAN, ALAY KAY RIZAL PRESENTED SONOROUS ARIAS
July 1, 2011
The recent performance of Kundiman, Alay Kay Rizal, directed by Olga Natividad, presented a memorable showcase for Filpino artists and theater group in the Chicagoland area. Continue reading
Standing Up to the China Bully
by Rodel Rodis
July 1, 2011
As Filipinos in America work feverishly to prepare for protest actions in front all the Chinese consular offices in the United States on July 8, the question is asked: why aren’t Filipinos in the Philippines similarly incensed by China’s plans to set up oil rigs in the Spratly islands territory of the Philippines this July? Continue reading
Alarming Liposuction Deaths
by Dr. Philip S. Chua.
June 1, 2011
Liposuction is the most common cosmetic procedure performed in the United States today. Medically termed lipoplasty, it is a surgical procedure for removal of fats under the skin using a suction equipment through small incisions. Continue reading
Paglakad at Lansangan (Part 2 of 2 Parts)
by Fermin Salvador.
July 1, 2011
Marami-rami rin akong napuntahang pook sa Pilipinas bagaman di masasabi na likas sa akin ang maglagalag. Nalibot ko ang puno’t dulo ng Avenida Rizal, Avenida Recto, Avenida Taft, at ibang mga daan sa Maynila. Continue reading
The Gay Sub-Culture
by Fred C. Wilson III
July 1, 2011
“I’d rather be black than gay because when you’re black you don’t have to tell your mother.”
-Charles Pierce- Continue reading
Stocks Extend Losing Streak Amid Sluggish Jobs Report
by Don Azarias
July 1, 2011
If the United States’ economy is not heading toward a double-dip recession, as some economists and analysts are suggesting, then it’s another unsolved puzzle for them because there are signs that the economic recovery is losing strength. Continue reading
A Truth Concealed: The Need to Survive
by Arnold De Villa
July 1, 2011
Most recently, a news article and television coverage about an undocumented Pulitzer prized journalist, Jose Antonio Vargas, sparked touchy and thorny dialogue among pro-immigrant advocates… Continue reading
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal A Grass-Roofed Grotto Part 2 of 2 Series
by Carmelita Cochingco Ballesteros.
July 1, 2011
The next thing to take care of was the trusses and posts for the roof. Despite the prohibitive cost, given our shoe-string budget, we decided on steel trusses and posts for strength and durability. Continue reading
The ‘King of Cronies’ strikes again!
July 1, 2011
The recent Supreme Court ruling that affirms Eduardo “Danding” Cojuangco’s ownership of 20% of the shares of stock in San Miguel Corporation (SMC) dealt the coconut farmers a devastating setback. Continue reading