Monthly Archives: January 2013
Widespread health scams
by Dr. Philip S. Chua.
January 1, 2013
The snake oil scam of yesteryears took decades to travel from town to town. Obviously, that saved a lot of “potential” victims. With the advent of the internet age, scams, in general, including fraudulent health products and unfounded “food supplement” claims are disseminated with lightning speed around the globe through the world wide web, reaching massive numbers of people. Continue reading
Pag-asa ni Obama
by Fermin Salvador.
January 1, 2013
Napanood ko ang bidyo ni Pangulong Obama na nagbigay ng maikling talumpati sa mga nag-organisa ng kampanya niya sa Chicago. Indoor ang lokasyon, ilang oras matapos makumpirma ang muli niyang pagkahalal bilang pangulo ng US. Maituturing na pribadong pagtitipon iyon. Personal na pasasalamat ni Pang. Obama sa mga tumulong nang aktuwal, hindi lang sa pagboto, para makopo niya ang ikalawang termino. Continue reading
The New You – Reinventing Self for 2013
by Fred C. Wilson III
January 1, 2013
“The way to get started is to quit talking and get doing.” -Walt Disney-
For successful people self-reinvention is essential. Pop icon Madonna does it; philanthropic-martial artist Jackie Chan, super-model Naomi Campbell, political consultant David Axelrod, above quoted artist-entertainment visionary Walter Disney and myriads of other successful people periodically junk their old ‘wine skins’ in exchange for new selves. But how do you make the best out of the rest of your life? Procrastination kills. The ‘manana’ mentality is obsolete. Continue reading
It’s a Matter of Perspective
by Nelia Dingcong Bernabe
January 1, 2012
James and I are hanging out in Starbucks, waiting for our daughter’s oil change at a dealership across the street to be done. What better way to kill time than to be here where the bold aromatic deliciousness of coffee tickles your nostrils and sends you to a happy place? Continue reading
Why Social Security Matters For All Americans
by Don Azarias
January 1, 2013
According to the trustees who oversee the retirement and disability program, the trust funds that support Social Security will run out of money in 2033, unless Congress acts. At that point, Social Security would collect only enough tax revenue each year to pay about 75 percent of benefits. That benefit cut wouldn’t sit well with the millions of older Americans who rely on Social Security for most of their income. Continue reading
New Year’s Cycle, a Recycled Story
by Arnold De Villa
January 1, 2013
The clock moves towards 12, the last 2 numbers of our current year, soon to turn 13. Channels surf as we watch the routinary parties from different parts of the city, this country and around the world. Excitement is both offered and fabricated while hedonistic rituals inspired by toxicating substances push through this nocturnal vigilance. Continue reading
Twelve Inspiring Stories to Start 2013 (Part 1)
by Carmelita Cochingco Ballesteros.
January 1, 2013
1. Lea Salonga (Passion) “Passion for one’s craft requires commitment, discipline, and hard work,” Lea said in one interview (Matabuena,2012). Born in Angeles City on February 22, 1971, Lea started her professional singing career in a Repertory Philippines production of the musical, The King and I. She was only 7. Gifted with a crystal-clear voice and driven by her passion for singing and acting on stage, Lea appeared in one production after another such as Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, and The Sound of Music. Continue reading
Is LaPierre off his rocker?
January 1, 2013
When the National Rifle Association (NRA) broke their silence four days after the heinous massacre of 20 children and six adults, they issued a brief statement that they were prepared to offer “meaningful contributions” to help make sure this would never happen again, the details of which were to be given at a “major news conference” scheduled for last Friday, December 21 in Washington, DC. Continue reading
Save the modern day heroes
January 1, 2013
The Philippines has a lot to celebrate and be thankful for this New Year. For one, the country’s economy is into unprecedented growth. The Philippine GDP growth for the 3rd quarter hit a two-year high of 7.1 percent— the highest in Southeast Asia, and among the top performing economies in Asia. The Philippine Stock Exchange index this year broke record high after record high, soaring above expectations and breaching the 5,800 mark and the Philippine Peso appreciated by as much as 6 percent last year and is projected to gain even more strength this year. Continue reading
‘One More Try,’ Nora Aunor, Dingdong Dantes win Metro filmfest top awards
January 1, 2013
PASIG CITY — “One More Try” was the surprise Best Picture winner in the 38th Metro Manila Film Festival for 2012 even as it romped away with six awards at the Awards Night or Gabi ng Parangal last Thursday at the Meralco Theater in Pasig City. Continue reading