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Surfin' Baler

2015-05-10T11:18:00.002+08:00

If you thought you will visit Baler just to surf, then you're wrong. Over the weekend adventure in Baler starts from their zigzag road with 6-8hrs of travel time from Manila you may really start your adventure at 1AM of Saturday just like what we did. Enough of talking let's start the listing. How to get there There are buses available that will bring you to Baler. Just make sure to check their

Andrew Fastow on Ethics?

2013-11-17T23:12:00.001+08:00

Yesterday, I attended a lecture on ethics sponsored by Ramon V. del Rosario College of Business (RVCOB) of De La Salle University (DLSU) through its research and advocacy arm, the Center for Business Research and Development (CBRD). Andrew Fastow was the guest speaker of this talk entitled "Enron and lessons learned: Advice to future business leaders". Please refer to time.com or

Tuloy na Tuloy pa rin ang Pasko...

2013-11-11T00:34:00.001+08:00

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and be courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." -Joshua 1:9 After the magnitude 7.2 earthquake happened in Bohol, historical churches in the province became ruins. But despite what happened, a group of children sung The Prayer in front of national television (see video) to encourage

Mapapa-WOW sa Pinas. It's More Fun in the Philippines.: A Campaign

2013-10-26T23:38:00.001+08:00

Am I insane? Two Philippine tourism slogans in one? Yes, why not coconut? The former WOW Philippines tourism campaign is a hit to the point that a videoke microphone was named after it. And though "It's More Fun in the Philippines" campaign gained controversies at first, it is now gaining popularity. This new tourism's campaign to promote the ecotourism of the Philippines also shows the

34th Manila International Book Fair

2013-09-15T23:25:00.000+08:00

The 34th Manila International Book Fair (MIBF 2013) was a 5-day event held from September 11-15, 2013 (for future announcements you may visit their Facebook Page: Manila International Book Fair). Great book discounts are to be found and have a chance to have your books signed by the authors themselves. Here are the books I bought, everything for P1,332.60 only: Aside from discounted

Ambeth Ocampo's Rizal Ransomed: The Saga of the Rizal Manuscript

2013-09-10T21:04:00.000+08:00

Disclaimer: With respect to Dr. Ocampo, I will not be writing the details of the story but only its outline as well as my experience. Yesterday, September 9, 2013, I was able to attend Ambeth Ocampo’s Lecture on Rizal Ransomed! The Saga of the Rizal Manuscripts. The Speaker. “Ambeth R. Ocampo (b. 1961) is a multi-awarded Filipino historian, academic, journalist, and author best known for

Harry Potter's 15th Anniversary Cover Launch

2013-08-31T21:08:00.001+08:00

15 days to before September 15 where Harry Potter's 15th Anniversary Book Cover will be launched by National Bookstore. Is this cover launch not yet that appealing? How 'bout those games in NBS Booth related to this launch where prizes are beyond awesomeness? How 'bout raffle prizes worth taking chances? How 'bout exhibits of different versions of Harry Potter books? Not yet that appealing

Accio Potterheads!

2013-08-25T20:07:00.001+08:00

Did you miss Harry Potter related event? Wait no more for here comes one.:) Teaser Poster courtesy of Pinoy Harry Potter Sytherin Prefect Abby Sanchez

Grow Island: Max. UFO Level

2013-04-24T14:53:00.001+08:00

Try also: Grow Island: Max. All Level After solving Grow Island and be able to see that all level are on its maximum, I came across several walk-through that regarding the UFO ending of Grow Island. So here's my infographic solution. Solutions as follows: For picture: Top, left to right. Then, bottom, left to right. For print, see below. 1 - Aeronautics, marine and automotive

Grow Island: Max All Levels

2013-04-24T13:40:00.002+08:00

My brother asked me to help him solve this game in Y8 (Grow Island). At first I tried to solve it by myself, but can't have the Max all level outcome and decided to look for a walk-through (youtube). There are lots of walk-through that will help you. But since I wanted to share the solution on my own way, here it is, an infographic walk-through. Solutions as follows: For

2013 Election: Vote not Bet

2013-04-03T21:59:00.000+08:00

On 13 May 2013, it is your time to exercise your most powerful right once again. There will be no harm if you choose to take some minutes to sit down, mark your votes, have them scanned, and have your pointing finger's nail inked. If you choose not to, it may harm you for the next 3 years or worst, for the rest of your life. Here are some useful links and tools you may use. Precinct Finder:

The Magic of John Williams (From Fandom to Not-so-Stardom)

2013-03-03T19:22:00.001+08:00

ABS-CBN's Philharmonic Orchestra did a repeat of The Magic of John Williams last February 23, 2013 at the Meralco Theater. Unlike the first run of this show last September 2012, they will now play the songs of John Williams for the movie Harry Potter together with his other famous songs from Superman, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, E.T. Jaws, and more. Because of their inclusion of Harry Potter

High school student's Learning out of the board and beyond

2013-01-27T12:16:00.000+08:00

So, I saw the link posted by my former teacher in high school (though he's already representing another school) about an article from Philippine Star, Quezon students win Bangkok competition. This contest sponsored by UNESCO Bangkok and asked the following questions, "what is learning of good quality?", "What kind of skills will be needed for the future?" and "What should young people be

A Chicosci Christmas Party

2013-01-01T23:27:00.001+08:00