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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/01/2009 08:02 AM PHT
GMA wants House seat
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 01 (PinoyGlobal) - Ending speculation about her
political plans, President Arroyo declared yesterday that she is running for
Congress representing the second district of Pampanga next year.
Speaking over government-run Radyo ng Bayan, Mrs. Arroyo said she
realized after “much contemplation” that “I am not ready to step down
completely from public service.”
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/02/2009 08:03 AM PHT

“Rizal in Hong Kong” Lecture Series Launched
RP Embassy In HK Holds 2009 Concert in the Park
Haraya Art Exhibit Opens in Hong Kong
Greek Tanker with 16 Filipino Crew Hijacked by Somali Pirates
Philippines Re-Elected to IMO Council

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Simbang Gabi 2009
12/01/2009 10:03 PM EST
Katipunan in Association with Knights of Columbus Sto. Nino Chapter
present the Traditional Simbang Gabi Christmas Mass Celebration.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/01/2009 9:23 PM EDT
Psalm 33 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
40:11.12.13.14 All that is of earth returns to earth, and what is from above
returns above. All that comes from bribes or injustice will be wipe out, but
loyalty remains for ages. Wealth out of wickedness is like a wadi in spate:
like mighty stream with lightning and thunder, Which in its rising, rolls along
the stones, but suddenly, once and for all, comes to an end.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Perry Diaz
Sacramento, California
Arroyo-Ampatuan Unholy Alliance
12/01/2009 5:16 PM PDT
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Dec. 2 (PinoyGlobal) - The gruesome and barbaric
massacre of at least 57 unarmed civilians, including 27 journalists, shocked
the world and left people wondering if what happened was an ominous sign
of things to come. The bloody carnage in Maguindanao could spark violence
that could engulf the entire island of Mindanao into the bloodiest political
and clan warfare never before seen in the history of the country. The whole
situation could only be described as “extremely volatile” which could cause
a total breakdown of law and order and throw the region into chaos and
anarchy. Indeed, November 23, 2009, will long remain as a day of ignominy
in the annals of Philippine politics.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/02/2009 08:02 AM PHT
It's official: Erap joins presidential derby
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 02 (PinoyGlobal) - MANILA, Philippines - Unfazed
by threats of disqualification, former President Joseph Estrada led his ticket
yesterday in filing their certificates of candidacy (COCs) before the
Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Manila, which coincided with the
commemoration of Bonifacio Day.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/02/2009 05:52 PM PHT
GMA files COC in Pampanga
LUBAO, Pampanga , Philippines Dec. 02 (PinoyGlobal) - – President Arroyo
filed her certificate of candidacy (COC) for congresswoman yesterday, a
move scorned and derided by critics but called “an act of humility” by
supporters whom she exhorted to “campaign hard for me and ensure my
victory as I continue performing my task as President.”
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/02/2009 9:23 AM EDT
Psalm 47 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
40:25.26.27 Gold and silver make one's way secure, but better than
either, sound judgment. Wealth and vigor build up confidence, but better
than either, fear of God. Fear of the Lord leaves nothing wanting; he who
has it need seek no other support: The fear of God is a paradise of
blessings; its canopy, all that is glorious.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@mb.com.ph
Manila, Philippines
12/02/2009 07:12 PM PHT
FVR tells GMA: Resign
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 02 (PinoyGlobal) - Former President Fidel V.
Ramos on Wednesday called on President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo to
resign after she filed her certificate of candidacy for a congressional seat in
Pampanga, calling her candidacy “totally unfair”.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/03/2009 05:10 PM PHT
FVR pinatatakbong Kongresista matapos manawagan Gloria
resign
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 3 (PinoyGlobal) -“TUMAKBO KA DIN,” ito ang
hamon ng ilang maka-administrasyon na Kongresista kay dating Pangulong
Fidel Valdez Ramos, matapos na manawagan na magbitiw sa puwesto ang
Pangulo Gloria Arroyo na naghain ng Certificate of Candidacy(COC) upang
makilahok sa lokal na halalan sa Pampangga.
VP Noli de Castro, mahihirapan kapag bumitiw sa puwesto si
Pangulong Arroyo
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 3 (PinoyGlobal) -BILANG pagkilala sa paggiging
martir ng may 30 mamahayag na napatay sa Ampatuan, Maguindanao dahil
sa pagganap sa tungkulin, nais ng mga Kongresista na tayuan ng bantayog
ang lugar kung saan sila pinaslang bilang pagkilala sa kanilang kadakilaan.
Pangulong Gloria Arroyo isang nuisance candidate - Maza
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 3(PinoyGlobal) -“NUISANCE CANDIDATE,” ganito
inilarawa ni ni Rep. Liza Maza ng Gabriela si Pangulong Gloria Arroyo na
makikilahok sa lokal na halalan ng Pampanga sa darating 2010 eleksyon.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/03/2009 05:32 PM PHT
Liberal Party fields bet vs GMA
SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga, Philippines – Dec. 03 (PinoyGlobal) - President
Arroyo has not just one, but three challengers to her congressional bid in
this province’s second district.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/04/2009 10:23 AM PHT

Paeng Nepomuceno to Join Diplomats’ Bowling Tourney in Turkey
Malaysian NGOs continue to Donate for Philippine Typhoon Victims
RP Trains Trainers in Rice Production in Brunei Darussalam
RP Consulate General in NY Turns Over Contributions to DFALF
RP Consulate General in Chicago receives Donation of Filipino
Veterans for Typhoon Victims

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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Ben Cal
Manila, Philippines
12/04/2009 10:30 AM PHT
GRP, MILF formal peace talks to reopen in Kuala Lumpur Dec.
8-9
MANILA, DEC. 2 – The Government of the Republic of the Philippines (GRP)
and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) peace panels tonight
announced the resumption of formal peace talks in Kuala Lumpur on Dec. 8-
9. The resumption of formal negotiations was announced in a joint
statement signed by Undersecretary of Foreign Affairs Rafael E. Seguis and
Mohagher Iqbal, peace panel chairmen of the GRP and MILF, respectively.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/03/2009 10:23 AM EDT
Psalm 48 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
43:1.2.6.7 The clear vault of the sky shines forth like heaven itself, a vision
of glory. The orb of the sun, resplendent at its rising: what a wonderful
work of the most high ! The moon, too, that marks the changing times,
governing the seasons, their lasting sign, By which we know the feast days
and fixed dates, this light-giver which wanes in its course: As its name
says, each month it renews itself; how wondrous in this change !
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/06/2009 05:32 PM PHT
Martial law set in Maguindanao?
MANILA, Philippines - Amid reports that martial law will be imposed today in
Maguindanao, government forces raided several homes of the Ampatuan
clan, seizing weapons and ammunition that police said were enough to arm
an entire battalion.
GMA can run, Palace insists
MANILA, Philippines - Malacañang maintained yesterday that the
Constitution allows President Arroyo to run for a lower elective post.
The statement was issued after senators said the Supreme Court may have
to decide on the constitutionality of her candidacy for representative of the
second district of Pampanga.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/06/2009 05:40 PM PHT
Nilalaman ng Proclamation ng 1959 o martial law na binaba
sa Maguindanao
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 6 (PinoyGlobal) -Proclaiming a State of Martial
Law and suspending privilege of the writ of habeas corpus in the province
of Maguindanao except for certain areas. Whereas, Proclamation No. 1946
was issued on 24 Nov. 2009 declaring a state of emergency in the
provinces of Maguindanao, Sultan Kudarat and the City of Cotabato for the
purpose of preventing and suppressing lawless violence in the aforesaid
areas.
Proclamation 1959, tatalakayin na sa Kongreso para ipasa
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 6 (PinoyGlobal) -MAGHAHARAP ngayon ang mga
Kongresista sa pinatawag na caucus ni Speaker Prospero Nograles, upang
pag-usapan ang pagdedeklera ng Pangulong Gloria Arroyo ng Batas militar
sa Maguindanao bago ito isalang sa plenaryo.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@gmanews.TV
Manila, Philippines
12/07/2009 07:32 AM PHT
Armed Ampatuan supporters defy martial law, continue to
mass up
Maguindanao, Philippines - Thousands of armed men believed to be
supporters of the powerful Ampatuan clan are massing up in various areas
in Maguindanao province, now under martial law as the government
continues its crackdown on the people behind the grisly Nov. 23 massacre
there.
Another cache of firearms found in alleged Ampatuan ranch
Maguindanao, Philippines - A tip from concerned citizens led government
troops on Sunday to a another cache of firearms and ammunition buried at
an area in a ranch believed owned by the patriarch of the Ampatuan clan in
Maguindanao province.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@mb.com.ph
Manila, Philippines
12/07/2009 07:12 PM PHT
Pacquiao-Mayweather ticket to cost a fortune
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 02 (PinoyGlobal) - A ringside seat to the Manny
Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather super fight next year will amount to the annual
income of a minimum wage earner. Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum told the
Bulletin Sunday that a premium seat in the March 13, 2010 welterweight
title fight will cost $2,500 (P117,500), while the cheapest will be sold at
$500, assuming the fight is held at the 17,000-seat MGM Grand.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/07/2009 06:17 PM PHT
Anakpawis partylist hiniling na ilifestyle check ang Ampatuan
clan
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 7 (PinoyGlobal) -NAIS ipa-lifestyle check ng isang
militanteng Kongresista ang umano’y mga kayamanan ng mga Ampatuan,
sa kabila ng matinding kahirapan na nararanasan ng Maguindanao.
Pangulong Arroyo sure win na sa pampanga - Nograles
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 7 (PinoyGlobal) -TIYAK na umano ang panalo ni
Pangulong Gloria Arroyo sa ikalawang distrito ng Pampanga, sakabila na
dahup palad na rating ng Punong ehekutibo sa mga survey.
Martial law sa Maguindanao, ipinapaalis ng Kongresista
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 7 (PinoyGlobal) -TIWALA ang mga maka-
administrasyon ng Kongresista na sasang-ayunan ng Korte Suprema ang
Proclamation No. 1959 ni Pangulong Gloria Arroyo na nagsasailalim sa
Batas Militar ang Maguindanao.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Ben Cal
Manila, Philippines
12/08/2009 7:30 AM PHT
GRP, MILF formal peace talks to reopen in Kuala Lumpur Dec.
8-9
MANILA, DEC. 6 – The five-man peace panel of the Government of the
Republic of the Philippines (GRP) led by Foreign Affairs Undersecretary
Rafael E. Seguis will leave for Kuala Lumpur Monday for the resumption of
the stalled peace talks with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF).
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Patriot@FaxDC.com
Washington, D.C.
12/07/2009 07:19 PM EDT
Democrats Seek Compromise on Public Option
Alert: On the Senate floor, Democrats are debating Republicans on health
care. Behind the scenes, they're debating each other.
Those closed-door discussions may be less predictable -- and more
consequential -- as majority Democrats struggle to settle controversies
within the party that are standing in the way of passage of President
Barack Obama's sweeping health care overhaul. The most contentious of
these is a proposal for the government to sell insurance in competition with
private companies, an approach supported by liberals but opposed by most
Democratic moderates and conservatives.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/07/2009 07:23 PM EDT
Christmas Greetings
The holiday season, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza, “Paskohan at
Simbang Gabi” is around us. I just finished dressing our house with
Holiday decorations,   ready to welcome our kids and grandkids who
are coming this Christmas for our traditional reunion and get-
together. As usual we are sending you our “GREETINGS” and sharing
some words of   joy and wisdom   to our friends and relatives near
and far away. You are also included in my "Psalm Prayers.” that comes
on your way each morning.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
12/08/2009 08:20 AM PHT

Ambassador Gaa visits the Filipino Community in the Bahamas
AMBASSADOR GAA CONGRATULATES TWO YOUNG FILIPINOS FOR
WINNING ACOMPETITION TO ATTEND THE UNITED NATIONS CLIMATE
CHANGE MEETING IN COPENHAGEN,DENMARK
PHILIPPINE TYPHOON VICTIMS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM USDA
FOOD FORPROGRESS PROGRAM
Puno: Government has taken Forceful Measures in Maguindanao

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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/08/2009 08:23 AM PHT

Ambassador Yano Visits Wasan Vocational School, Gives Opening
Remarks for Rice Training Course
DFA Undersecretary Seguis Briefs International Contact Group
Members on Martial Law in Maguindanao
RP Ambassador Julius D. Torres Presents Credentials to Palestinian
President
RP embassy in Abuja Commemorates World AIDS Day with HIV/AIDS
Awareness Seminar
RP Typhoon Victims Receive Assistance from USDA Food for Progress
Program
Ambassador Gaa visits Filipino Community in Bahamas
Ambassador GAA Congratulates Winners of UN Climate Change Video
Competition
Jill Beckingham Completes Charity Walk in UK, Raises More Than
£4,000.00 for Children and Families in Tondo

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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/08/2009 07:13 PM PHT
Edukasyon sa Maguindanao, sinakripisyo para lang sa Martial
law
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 8 (PinoyGlobal) -DAHIL sa patuloy na tensyon sa
binabang Martial law, nasasakripisyo ngayon ang edukasyon ng mga
estudyante ng Maguindanao.
Pangulong Arroyo pinadadalo sa joint session ng Senado at
Kongreso
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 8 (PinoyGlobal) -PINADADALO sa gagawing Joint
session sa Kongreso ngayon araw si Pangulong Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
upang personal na sagutin ang lahat ng katanungan hingil sa deklerasyon
nitong Martial law sa Maguindanao.
Disqualification case vs PGMA mababasura - solon
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 8 (PinoyGlobal) -TIWALA ang mga
maka-administrasyon na Kongresista na hindi madidisqualified ang
Pangulong Gloria Macapagal Arroyo sa pagtakbo nitong kongresista ng
Pampangga.
Solon wants to criminalize same sex union
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 8 (PinoyGlobal) -A lawmaker has moved to
criminalize same sex union, imposing stiffer
penalties on violators.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@manilastandardtoday.com
Washington, D.C.
12/09/2009 08:17 AM PHT
Why Martial Law?
Malacanang’s reaction to the Nov. 23 massacre in Maguindanao was at first
slow and non-confrontational towards members of the Ampatuan political
dynasty, who seem to have been the principal suspects for the grisly crime.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Patriot@FaxDC.com
Washington, D.C.
12/07/2009 07:19 PM EDT
U.S. debt to be $50 trillion by 2030
Alert: U.S. national debt is growing to unmanageable levels, a former State
Department official has warned. C. Fred Bergsten, former assistant
secretary of international affairs for the Treasury sounded the alarm that
dollar deficits might not long be funded by foreign nations including China in
the Nov./Dec. 2009 issue of the Council on Foreign Relations "Foreign
Affairs" magazine.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/09/2009 08:32 PM PHT
No Supreme Court TRO on martial law
MANILA, Philippines - The Supreme Court has not issued an immediate
restraining order sought by separate petitions seeking to stop the
imposition of martial law in Maguindanao after the alleged rebellion of a
powerful clan tagged in the massacre of 57 people in the province last Nov.
23.
Supreme Court dismisses disqualification case vs Erap
MANILA, Philippines - The Supreme Court (SC) dismissed yesterday a
petition filed by a lawyer seeking to disqualify former President Joseph
Estrada from seeking the presidency in next year’s elections.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/09/2009 09:03 PM PHT
Martial law, sinimulan ng talakayin sa Kongreso
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 9 (PinoyGlobal) -INAASAHAN na magtatagal pa
ng ilang session day aabutin pa sasasusunod na linggo ang usapin ng
proclamation 1959 sa ginagawang Joint session ng Kongreso at Senado.
Congress starts debate on martial law proclamation
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 9 (PinoyGlobal) -Before the two Houses of
Congress began its Joint Session to tackle the constitutionality of President
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s Proclamation 1959 which declared martial law in
the Province of Maguindanao, Speaker Prospero C. Nograles filed a
resolutionsupporting the executive decision.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
   12/10/2009 02:32 PM PHT
'Congress will not cut short martial law'
MANILA, Philippines - The joint session of the Senate and the House of
Representatives may revoke but not shorten President Arroyo’s
proclamation of martial law in Maguindanao, Speaker Prospero Nograles
said yesterday.
Ping: Where are '117' funds?
MANILA, Philippines - Sen. Panfilo Lacson wants the Department of the
Interior and Local Government (DILG) to account for P568.1 million in public
funds meant for eight non-working call centers for government emergency
response hotline Patrol 117.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/10/2009 02:23 AM EDT
Psalm 97 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
The power of love requires more than the language of feeling to protect it.
Sexual expression is such an integral part of our selfhood that we need the
boundary of marriage to safeguard our love. Marriage is the celebration of
daily commitment between a husband and wife.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Perry Diaz
Sacramento, California
The Second Coming of Gloria
12/09/2009 10:16 PM PST
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Dec. 9 (PinoyGlobal) - Gloria’s first coming was on Jan
20, 2001 when she ascended into the presidency when then President
Joseph Estrada was deposed during the EDSA 2 people power revolution.
During her speech at the inauguration of the Batasan Pambansa Complex
Annex Building on February 7, 2001, she said: “Through EDSA People Power
2, we have shown the world that, with the guidance and blessing of Divine
Providence, we can unite and shape our country's destiny.” Indeed, Gloria
shaped the country’s “destiny” when it was revealed that the first major
corruption case -- involving no less than her newly appointed Secretary of
Justice -- was done within four days of her ascension to the presidency.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/10/2009 05:43 PM PHT
Deliberasyon ng martial sa Kongreso, pagkakataon sa mga
tatakbong senador at pangulo
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 10 (PinoyGlobal) -INAASAHAN na ng isang lider
ng Kongreso na maraming Kongresista at Senador ang magpapabida sa
plenaryo sa pagpapatuloy ng pagbalangkas ng Proclamation 1959, dahil na
rin sa “live media coverage” sa makasaysayang joint session para sa
“revocation” ng martial law sa Maguindanao.
Opisyales ng AFP pinakakasuhan dahil sa pag-aarmas sa COV
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 10 (PinoyGlobal) -PINAKAKASUHAN ng mga
militanteng Kongresista ang mga opisyales ng military na nag-armas sa
ilang grupo, na nauwi sa pagiging private armies ng ilang politiko sa
Maguindanao.
Martial law, walang batayan - Sen. Defensor
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 10 (PinoyGlobal) -Sa pagpapatuloy ng Joint
session ng Kongreso at Senado sa Batasan Complex, iginiit ni Sen. Miriam
Santiago na bigo umano ang pamahalaan na makuha nila ang rason bago
dapat magdeklera ng Martial law.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jose Mari Mercader
Washington, D.C.
In Defense of a Macho Man
12/10/2009 09:16 AM EST
WASHINGTON,D.C., Dec. 10 (PinoyGlobal) - Former Pres. Fidel V. Ramos is
my pet peeve for his revolting hypocrisy. He has made it a habit to
denounce Pres. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo (GMA) at the drop of a hat, i.e., on
the most inconsequential issues. What he is doing to her is certifiably a
cheap ploy to cover up for his corruption when he was president. His
administration left a lot to be desired - honesty wise.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/10/2009 09:23 AM EST
Psalm 81 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
It is not unusual that sincere husband and wife will praise the beauty of
each other. The beauty of one who is not introverted, who is not a
malingering type to escape responsibility who faces the problems of life and
sharing it with each other, not blameful but symphatetic. They will use a
language that will shows the spontaneity and mystery of love. Praise
should not be limited to physical beauty; beautiful personality and moral
purity should also be praised.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/10/2009 10:23 PM PHT

Janitorial Services Contract
Opening Statement During Press Conference, HON. RAFAEL E.
SEGUIS, Chairman, Government Peace Negotiating Panel in Talks
with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, 9 December 2009, Kuala
Lumpur
GRP, MILF Agree to Begin Negotiations on a Comprehensive Compact
for Peace in Mindanao
Consul General Cardenas Inducts New Officers of Santiagenians
Association of Hawaii
RP Consulate General in Honolulu and PCCCH Bring Christmas Cheer
to the Filipino Community
RP Tops Elections in Migrants Rights Monitoring Body
RP Reaffirms Advocacy for Seafarers at International Maritime Body
Philippine Embassy in Ottawa Conducts Orientation, Consular
Outreach in Moncton
PRC Holds First Licensure Exams in Qatar

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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/11/2009 07:42 AM PHT
Ermita: Martial law proclaimed without actual rebellion
MANILA, Philippines - Executive Secretary Eduardo Ermita admitted on
Wednesday night that President Arroyo proclaimed martial law in
Maguindanao without an “actual” rebellion taking place in the province as
required by the Constitution.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Jocelyn Wing
Gaithersburg, MD
12/10/2009 11:42 PM EST
First Time Home Owners - How to Avoid the Financial
Disaster Millions of Homeowners Are Facing Now?
MANILA, Philippines - The first time home buyers are really lucky in this real
estate market right now. The interest rate is historically low; the homes are
selling at bargain price, plus the $8000 stimulus tax credit can put them
ahead of the curb. But... it does not mean they can prevent a financial
disaster and get into foreclosure if they do not know what they are getting
into.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/11/2009 10:43 AM EST
Psalm 147 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Song of Songs features the love dialogue between a simple Jewish maiden
and her lover King Solomon. They describe in intimate detail their feelings
for each other and their longings to be together. Throughout the dialogue,
sex and marriage are put in their proper... God-given perspective.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
12/12/2009 09:20 AM PHT

AMBASSADOR WILLY C. GAA CONVEYS TO NEW MCC CEO DANIEL
YOHANNES GRP APPRECIATION FOR RESELECTION AS COMPACT
ELIGIBLE FOR FY 2010
RP’s MCA BID ON TRACK WITH RESELECTION AS COMPACT ELIGIBLE
FOR 2010 – GAA

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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/12/2009 10:03 PM PHT

Philippines On Track to Signing MCC Compact Agreement
Ambassador Gaa Conveys Appreciation to New MCC CEO for RP’s
Reselection as Compact Eligible for FY 2010
RP’s MCA Bid On Track with Reselection as Compact Eligible for 2010
– Gaa
DFA to Host ASEAN-US Directors-General Meeting to Draft Plan of
Action
First RP Resident Ambassador to Finland Presents Credentials to
Finnish President
Gulf Air Dispatches Relief Goods to Manila
Filipino-Korean Student Proclaimed Global Future Leader
“Paeng” a big hit in Diplomats’ Bowling Tourney in Ankara

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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/12/2009 10:12 AM PHT
Ampatuan homes in Metro Manila under PNP surveillance
MANILA, Philippines - Police intelligence agents are closely monitoring at
least five houses of the family and relatives of Datu Unsay Mayor Andal
Ampatuan Jr. following reports that members of his civilian volunteer
organization (CVO) involved in the Nov. 23 Maguindanao massacre are now
hiding in Metro Manila.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Dr. Erie Agustin
New York, New Jersey
What to do with Mayor Andal Ampatuan?
12/12/2009 6:37 AM EDT
NEW YORK, NY Dec. 12 (PinoyGlobal) - When Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr. was
arrested he began to cry like a mentally retarded monkey. People are
amusing themselves with thoughts of what to do with him. I asked some
Filipino-Americans on what should really be done with him. One suggested
that since he is being charged with rebellion he should be put before a
firing squad like Jose Rizal. Also, since he is a leader, he could be he
hanged like Saddam Hussein. Having killed a lot of people Andal must be
given the lethal injection like Tim McVeigh of the infamous Oklahoma
bombing.
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/12/2009 10:12 AM PHT
Congressman Abercrombie’s Resignation
Announcement/Our Special Election Candidacy
U. S. Congressman Neil Abercrombie (HI-1) today announced his intention
to resign from the U. S. House of Representatives to pursue his campaign
for Governor of Hawai‘i fulltime. Congressman Abercrombie will provide the
effective date soon; the remainder of his current term through the end of
2010 will be filled by special election to be scheduled by Governor Lingle.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Perry Diaz
Sacramento, California
Moro-moro in Maguindanao
12/12/2009 6:16 AM PST
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Dec. 12 (PinoyGlobal) - “Moro-moro” is a Spanish-era
“comedia” (comedy) which depicts a battle between Christians and Moors
(Moros). The comedy ends with the Christians always winning and the
Moros always losing. A moro-moro is usually a part of a town fiesta since
the 17th century. However, it is seldom being played today except by
politicians warring for power… and personal gains.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/13/2009 10:13 PM PHT

RP Featured in Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Philippine Consulate General in New York Conducts First Consular
Outreach in Maine
Philippines Received Rescue Boats from Chase Enterprise (SIAM) Co.
Ltd.
Norwegian Shipowner’s Association Donates One Million Norwegian
Kroners to Typhoon Victims in RP
L.A. Clippers Hosts Filipino Hoops and Heritage Night
Ambassador Pedro O. Chan Presents Credentials as Non-Resident
Ambassador to Georgia

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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/12/2009 10:43 AM EST
Psalm 92 From the prayer desk of Rev.Deacon Gary
The ministerial tasks of healing, sustaining and guiding, all stand for the
same foundational principles of pastoral theology. For pastoral theology
refers to Pastors, Priests, and Deacons.
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/13/2009 10:32 PM PHT
GMA lifts martial law: State of emergency stays
MANILA, Philippines – President Arroyo yesterday lifted martial law in
Maguindanao on the recommendation of her security officials.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/13/2009 10:43 PM PHT
Martial law, binawi na, pero usapin sa Kongreso hindi pa rin
tapos
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 13 (PinoyGlobal) -HINDI pa rin tapos ang usapin
ng Martial law sa Kongreso kahit pa tila inunahan na ng palasyo ang
magiging desisyong Joint session ng Kongreso at Senado sa deliberasyon,
hinggil sa binabang proclamation 1959 sa buong Maguindanao.
Spokesman ng LP, binatikos ng mga bakla at tomboy
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 13 (PinoyGlobal) -BINATIKOS ng Akbayan
party-list group ang tila baklang pagkilos ng House committee on human
rights na magkaroon ng deliberasyon sa makontrebersyal na
Anti-Discrimination Bill, na naghahagilap na maparusahan ng mabiga ang
mga nag-discriminate sa mga lesbian, gay, bisexual, at transgender (LGBT).
Senado at Kongreso lumabas na katawa-tawa sa pagbawi ng
martial law
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 13 (PinoyGlobal) -LUMABAS na katawa-tawa ang
Senado at Kongresiso sa tila umano paglalaro ng Pangulong Gloria Arroyo
sa pagpapatupad ng batas militar sa Maguindanao.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@FEUMAANI NEWS
Northern Illinois, U.S.A.
12/13/2009 8:46 AM CST
Please find herewith attached the January 2010 issue of the
FEUMAANI News in pdf-zipped and mdi-zipped formats, and kindly
share/ forward the e-newsletter with/ to fellow classmates, alumni,
friends, or neighbors who might be interested to read about Filipino
physicians in Northern Illinois.
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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/13/2009 9:43 AM EST
Psalm 148 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Spiritual formation is a process of emptying our heart, for the Spirit to be
released to do his work. "The work of soul care and spiritual formation is
really the work of God's Spirit."
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/14/2009 8:12 AM PHT
Basilan jail raided; 31 inmates freed
ISABELA CITY, Basilan, Philippines – Suspected Islamic militants knocked
down a concrete wall and raided the Basilan provincial jail early yesterday,
freeing 31 detainees in a daring attack that left three people dead and two
others wounded.
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By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/14/2009 08:03 PM PHT
Human rights ng mga kapatid na Muslim sa Metro Manila,
pinababantayan
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 14 (PinoyGlobal) -NANAWAGAN si Nationalista
Senatoriable at Ilocos Norte Rep. Bongbong Marcos sa otoridad na bigyan
segruidad ang mga karapatang pantao at maging ang pagkakaraon ng
diskriminasayon sa hanay ng mga Muslim na naninirahan sa Metro Manila,
dahil sa nangyaring Ampatuan massacre na kinasawi ng 57 katao.
Dalawang militanteng Kongresista, umanib na sa NP ni Sen.
Villar
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 14 (PinoyGlobal) -PORMAL ng dineklara nina
Satur Ocampo at Liza Maza kahapon ang suporta nito sa lumalakas na
pambato ng Nationalista Party(NP) na sina Sens. Manny Villar at Loren
Legarda sa para 2010 presidential elections, alinsunod na rin ito ng
pagtanggap nila sa alok ng NP na maging guest senatorial candidates.
Santa claus dumating sa Kongreso, namahagi ng Pera
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 14 (PinoyGlobal) -TILA napaaga ang pagdating ni
Santa Claus sa Mababang Kapulungan ng Kongreso, matapos mamudmod
ng P345,000 ang isa sa pinakamayamang Kongresita mula sa probinsiya ng
Quezon bilang Christmas gifts sa empleyado ng Kongreso, na bahagi
naman ng taunang tradisyon na simulan ng Kongresista simula ng una
niyang termino noong 1992.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/14/2009 11:43 AM EST
Psalm 111 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
A lot of people especially Catholic women were shocked to find an explicit
love song in the Bible... complete with erotic lyrics. Most probably this was
the reason why, we never read or study the Bible during my growing up
years. I studied my HS under the Dominican Friar's. They directed our minds
to devotional prayers and or meditations prayers. Sex then is a dirty words
and we have to go and confess. Thanks to Pope John Paul II, he has a
different attitude and Theology of the Body fits well the Song of Songs.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/15/2009 10:23 PM PHT

DFA Secretary Romulo meets with 10 Repatriated OFWS from Poland
Passport Advisory
Statement on the Nominations of Non-Career Ambassadors
RP Embassy in Mexico Participates in The 2nd World Fair at Cedros
RP Participates in Gilan’s International Tourism Exhibition
Launching of the “Star of Hope on Fifth”
DFAMPC Christmas Bazaar Opens

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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jose Mari Mercader
Washington, D.C.
Massacre Eyewitness Give Detail Story of Vicious Cruelty
12/14/2009 09:43 AM EST
WASHINGTON,D.C., Dec. 14 (PinoyGlobal) - literally went ballistic screaming
as I read the testimony of the local official who was an eyewitness to the
gruesome massacre in Maguindanao last November 23. I could not believe
what I was reading that no less than Chief Inspector Sukarno Dicap, PNP
deputy provincial police director was in cahoots with the insane Mayor Andal
Amputuan Jr. on the macabre plan to kill everybody in the entourage of Mrs.
Mangudadatu. The poor lady was only going to file her husband’s certificate
of candidacy for governor in Shariff Aguak.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/15/2009 10:42 AM PHT
Kidnap raps readied vs Agusan hostage takers
CAMP RAFAEL RODRIGUEZ, Butuan City , Philippines – Fifteen Manobo
tribesmen who held hostage 75 people in Agusan del Sur for three days will
be charged today with 75 counts of kidnapping and serious illegal detention
as well as illegal possession of firearms before the Agusan del Sur
Provincial Prosecutor’s Office.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the Migrant Heritage Commission
Fairfax, Virginia
12/14/2009 11:42 PM EST
DEMISE OF CRESENCIA PAULINO IN THE PHILIPPINES, 14
DECEMBER 2009
The Migrant Heritage Commission (MHC) would like to request for prayers
for MISS CRESENCIA PAULINO, 83 years old, who succumbed to her death,
14 Dec. (15 Dec Manila time) in the Philippines.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/15/2009 07:03 PM PHT
Automated eleksyon tuloy ba? kung palaging delay ang
smartmatic - solon
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 15 (PinoyGlobal) -NABABAHALA ngayon ang mga
Kongresista na posibleng hindi matuloy ang automated election, matapos
mabigo ang Smartmatic-Total Information Management (TIM) na maideliver
ang 42,000 na Precinct Count Optical Scan(PCOS) machines na naging
sanhi ng pag-kaantala ng traning ng may 400,000 guro.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/15/2009 07:26 AM EST
Psalm 67 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
While romance keeps a marriage interesting, commitment keeps romance
from dwindling away. The decision to commit yourself to your spouse alone
begins at the marriage altar. It must be maintained day by day.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/16/2009 08:28 AM PHT

DFA Unveils Bust Sculptures of Four Former Secretaries
RP Embassy in Havana Visits Former “New Philippines” in Cuba
DFA: ‘The Department That Never SLEEPS’ in Providing Services to
Filipinos in and outside the Country
RP Embassy in Ottawa Bags ASEAN Bowling Overall Championship

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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/16/2009 08:44 AM PHT
Sexbomb dancer gustong gawing commissioner ng comelec
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 16 (PinoyGlobal) -NAIS ng isang militanteng
Kongresista na gawing Commissioner ng Commission on Election(Comelec)
sina Rochel Panganiban at Jopay Paguia ng Sex Bomb, kapalit ng mga
opisyales ng ahensya.
Rep. Bongbong Marcos, hindi susuportahan ng mga biktima
ng martial law
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 16 (PinoyGlobal) -“HINDI NAMIN
SUSUPORTAHAN!” Ito ang tahasang sinabi ng isang militanteng
Kongresista na nakaranas ng kalupitan ng Martial, na hindi nila
susuportahan ang anak ng diktador na si dating Pangulong Ferdinand
Marcos Sr. na tumatakbong Senador sa ilalim ng lapian ng Nationalista Party
(NP).
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Patriot@FaxDC.com
Washington, D.C.
12/15/2009 07:59 PM EDT
Obama Sees Healthcare Bill by Christmas Day
Alert: President Barack Obama said he expects the U.S. Senate to pass by
the end of next week legislation to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system,
but the top Senate Republican scoffed on Sunday that Obama's Democrats
were too divided to do so.
BUSINESSES HOLD WORLD HOSTAGE OVER CARBON
CREDITS
Even U.N. climate chief tied to new, 'green' extortion scam
WND research reveals the European Union's cap-and-trade exchange is
vulnerable to a sophisticated form of corporate extortion in which EU
bureaucrats in Brussels are manipulated into paying hundreds of millions of
dollars in carbon permit bribes to keep companies from moving jobs to Third
World nations.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/16/2009 06:11 PM PHT
Mayon evacuation underway
LEGAZPI CITY , Philippines – Disaster mitigation officials here have started
evacuating close to 10,000 families residing within a radius of six to eight
kilometers from the crater of Mayon Volcano after it spewed lava which
flowed half a kilometer downslope.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/16/2009 08:44 AM PHT
ELEKSYON, TAPATAN DIN NG MGA ARTISTA
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 16 (PinoyGlobal) -HINDI patas ang eleksyon sa
pagitan nina Liberal Party Standard bearer Sen. Benigno “noynoy” Aquino
at pambato ng Nacionalista Party na si Sen. Manny Villar, kung hindi
tatapan ng NP ang dami ng mag-iindorsong artista sa kandidato ng LP.
Pinoy na jobless, lumaki, gutom kakalat din
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 16 (PinoyGlobal) -“walang trabaho, maghihirap
at magugutom talaga ang Pinoy,” ito ang reaksyon ni Cibac PArtylist Rep.
Joel Villanueva sa panibagong pinalabas na ulat ng National Statistics Office
(NSO) na umabot na sa 2.72 milyon Pilipino ang kasalukayang walang
trabaho.
UPANG HINDI MADAYA ANG PADALA NG MGA OFW, MONEY
CHANGER PINAHIHIGPITAN
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 16 (PinoyGlobal) -PINAHIHIGPITAN ng isang
Kongresista sa Bagko Sentral ng Pilipinas(BSP) ang mga money changer sa
bansa, upang maprotektahan ang mga pinagpapagurang padala ng mga
Overseas Filipino Workers(OFW’s).
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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/16/2009 09:12 AM EST
Psalm 98 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Our love for someone makes him or her appear beautiful to us. As you
consider marriage, don't just look for physical attractiveness in a person.
Look for the inner qualities that don't fade with time...spiritual commitment,
integrity, sensitivity and sincerity.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@nppa
Manila, Philippines
12/17/2009 08:12 AM PHT
PHILIPPINE SOLAR CAR SOCIETY LAUNCHES SECOND RP-
MADE SOLAR CAR
PASAY CITY , Philippines – The Philippines launched its second solar-
powered car dubbed "Sikat" in a ceremony in Pasay City, south of Manila,
on 16 December 2009. The design and construction of the SIKAT solar car
was undertaken by a dedicated group of faculty and students from the
Mechanical Engineering and the Electronics and Communications
Engineering Departments of De La Salle University-Manila, in partnership
with the Philippine Solar Car Society, Inc.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/17/2009 08:17 AM PHT

“Beyond Borders” Art Exhibit showcased in Hong Kong Art Scene
FILCOM in HK gives Recognition to CNN 2009 Hero of the Year Efren
Peñaflorida
Second Rizal Lecture Conducted in Hong Kong
Filipinos in Shanghai Lend a Hand for Typhoon Victims for Christmas,
Raise Over P1 Million
RP Embassy in Malaysia Briefs Philippine Officials on OFWs
Philippine Embassy in Abuja Holds Christmas Party
Reported Beheading of Filipino Couple not true – RP Embassy in
Riyadh
Ambassador Querol Hosts “Sama-Sama, Salu-Salo sa Bahay ni VQ
2009″
RP Consulate in Thailand Meets Filipino Finalists in Ultimate Thailand
Explorer Competition
Los Angeles PCG Hosts Fil-Am Media Christmas Party

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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/17/2009 09:11 AM PHT
Quezon City judges volunteer to try Ampatuan cases
MANILA, Philippines - Judges of the Quezon City Regional Trial Court
assured Chief Justice Reynato Puno yesterday that they were ready to
handle the trial of Datu Unsay Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr. for the
Maguindanao massacre.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@manila standard today
Manila, Philippines
12/17/2009 11:01 PM PHT
Loren’s ever-changing civil status
MANILA, Philippines - I used to admire Loren Legarda back when she was a
young newscaster and TV host. She was refreshing and articulate with a
personality that commanded attention. Several years later, she became
different. She would newscast in a staccato voice and I couldn’t quite
understand if it was the effect of a newfound self-confidence or arrogance.
I wondered if it was a “coming out of her shell” process but I didn’t like her
so much by then.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/17/2009 10:30 AM EST
Psalm 99 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Much debate has raged over the meaning of this song. Some say it is a
literal allegory of God's love for Israel or for the Church. Others say it is a
literal story about married love. In reality, it is both-a historical story with
two layers of meaning. On one level, we learn about love, marriage and
sex; and on the other level, we see God's overwhelming love for his people.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From a forwarded e-mail
Washington, D.C.
12/17/2009 10:36 AM EST
Prayer for Finances
God has more than a thousand ways to provide
For us, that we know nothing about.
Here is your financial blessing!
It's a simple prayer, you got 30 Seconds?
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/18/2009 08:34 AM PHT

United States increases Grant Assistance to the Philippines for
FY2010
Pasko sa Filcom in Honolulu
THE DFA PRESS CORPS IS INVITED TO COVER THE FOLLOWING:
RP Consulate General in Macau with Filipino Community in
Momentous Charity Walk
First Licensure Exams for Nurses and Midwives Conducted in HK
RP Embassy Holds Breast Cancer Awareness Workshop for OFWs
RP Consulate General in LA Participates at the Annual Simbang Gabi

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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/18/2009 08:03 AM PHT
Woman judge gets Ampatuan case
MANILA, Philippines - A female Quezon City judge will take on the task
shunned by her colleague – to try the powerful Ampatuan clan for multiple
murder.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/19/2009 07:21 AM PHT
Speaker lauds PGMA's release of P238M fund to augment the
allowances of state prosecutors
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 19 (PinoyGlobal) -Speaker Prospero C. Nograles
today said President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's decision to facilitate the
immediate release of P238 Million fund for the lump sum allowances of the
members of the national prosecution service is a demonstration of her
administration's commitment in improving the life and welfare of
government prosecutors nationwide.
HOUSE ADOPTS GREEN BUILDING POLICY
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 19 (PinoyGlobal) -Giving premium to the crucial
issue of climate change, Speaker Prospero C. Nograles led the House of
Representatives in approving House Resolution 1545 “adopting the policy
of green building in all operation and maintenance practices, future
renovation, expansion, and building projects in the House of
Representatives.”
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From Patriot@FaxDC.com
Washington, D.C.
12/18/2009 08:59 PM EDT
ALERT! 20 SENATORS DEMAND PROBE OF HEALTH-CARE
VOTE 'THREAT'
Alert: Did White House say it would close Air Force base if Nelson didn't
play?
Twenty senators are demanding an investigation into reports the Obama
administration threatened to close Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska if that
state's Democratic senator, Ben Nelson, didn't join other Democrats in
voting for health-care reform.
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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/18/2009 09:00 PM EST
Psalm 100 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Though Song of Songs is primarily about love on the human level, many
Christians and Jews have read it as a book about God's love. After all, God
made human love, and other parts of the Bible suggest its similarity to
God's love. (Hosea 1-3 and Ephesians 5:22-23)
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/19/2009 08:04 AM PHT

2009 FSO EXAMINATION, ANNOUNCEMENT AND APPLICATION FORM
Somali Deputy Prime Minister to Visit the Philippines
MV Delvina and 14 Filipino Crew Released by Pirates
DFA Secretary Romulo Calls on MCC CEO Yohannes; Reiterates RP’s
Commitment to the MCC Process
Lebanese Convicted for Beating Up Filipino Domestic Worker

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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/20/2009 07:01 AM PHT
'Look at your handiwork': Journalists confront massacre
suspect
MANILA, Philippines - Journalists came face-to-face yesterday with accused
mass murderer Datu Unsay Mayor Andal Ampatuan Jr., showing him graphic
pictures of the mutilated bodies of the 57 people massacred in
Maguindanao last month.
7 Maguindanao police officers face dismissal
MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine National Police (PNP) has recommended
the summary dismissal of seven police officers for serious neglect of duty
that may have led to the massacre of 57 people in Maguindanao and to the
eventual attempts at a cover-up.
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From Migrante Ontario
Toronto, Canada
12/19/2009 07:13 PM EST
Juana Tejada Law and other changes to LCP: Victory to all
caregivers
TORONTO, Canada - The people and the people alone make their own
history. In the end, it is they who are the real heroes. And so the
caregivers with different sectors of the community, through their own
campaigns, in different forms and across the country scored victories.
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From Fil-Am “Immigration Reform” Task Force’s Press Office
Los Angeles, U.S.A
12/20/2009 04:13 PM PST
Immigrant Communities Applaud U.S. Representatives for
Filing Socially-Relevant Immigration Bill
L os Angeles, CA – United States Representatives Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL),
Nydia Vasquez (D-NY), Raul Grijalva (D-AZ), and Mike Honda (D-CA)
introduced in Congress a socially-responsible comprehensive immigration
reform bill. The proposed legislation addresses key issues necessary for a
real workable solution to the currently broken immigration-reform system.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/20/2009 08:14 AM PHT

Foreign Affairs Secretary Romulo Thanks Senator Inouye for
Continued Support
Syndicates Continue to Use Filipinos as “Drug Mules” to China
Philippines and India Launch Commemorative Stamps to Celebrate
60 Years of Diplomatic Ties

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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jose Mari Mercader
Washington, D.C.
Voltaire said, “Dedicate Your Life to God and Liberty.”
12/20/2009 06:43 PM EST
WASHINGTON,D.C., Dec. 20 (PinoyGlobal) - Theoretically speaking, the
Numero Uno Tenant of the Palace is bowing out in 2010, unless Pres. Gloria
Macapagal-Arroyo clings to power by dint of sheer force, which is highly
unlikely. But although the law on term limits will boot her out next year, still
she has not shown even a modicum of backtracking on her protection for
local supporters who commit horrible crimes that could put to shame the
brutal murder of actress Sharon Tate (who was pregnant at the time) and
her guests in her posh residence, in California, perpetrated by the drug-
crazed clan of that devil incarnate James Manson.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Ben Cal
Manila, Philippines
12/21/2009 7:30 AM PHT
“Just talk”
MANILA, Dec. 20 - "Just talk" is a new slogan adopted by newly installed
Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Annabelle T. Abaya, inviting rebel
groups to return to the conference table and talk things over to erase any
distrust that may have punctured the off-and-on peace negotiations
through the years.
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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/20/2009 08:00 PM EST
Psalm 118 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Being a "healing recipient" myself, and based on my reading and research,
Christ is actively reaching out to heal the sick and wounded as when he
was 2000 years ago.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/21/2009 07:39 AM PHT

13 Filipino Seafarers in Panamanian Cargo Ship Rescued
Philippine Parol to Light Up Mansion House in Dublin
RP Embassy in Ottawa Hosts International Human Rights Roundtable
Discussions
Pasko Sa Apapa Held

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From the Migrant Heritage Commission
Washington, D.C.
12/20/2009 07:53 PM EST
COME TO THE BIGGEST ATI-ATIHAN FESTIVAL IN VIRGINIA
(Chesapeake) !!!
9 JANUARY 2010 (SATURDAY) Metro DC Washingtonians have been going
there every year and it’s worth the trip !!!
Those who would like to travel with us, do give us a call and we’ll discuss
transport arrangements. . .
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From Patriot@FaxDC.com
Washington, D.C.
12/21/2009 08:59 PM EDT
OBAMA'S BIG PROBLEM
Obama has a BIG PROBLEM. His problem is so large it is scaring the poop
out of all liberals and socialist scallywags in Washington! They are running
about sticking their heads in the sand like a flock of wild ostriches.
OBAMACARE VOTE HOURS AWAY
The White House and its Senate allies defended a final push for historic
healthcare legislation Sunday as outflanked Republicans pledged a fight to
the end. A dead-of-night vote neared in a frenzy one GOP lawmaker said
lacked "legislative sanity."
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/22/2009 09:11 AM PHT
2009 pinakamalalang taon sa mamahayag
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 21 (PinoyGlobal) -BINATIKOS ni Bukidnon
Representative Teofisto “TG” Guingona III ang pamahalaan sa panibagong
“blackeye” umano na tinanggap ng ng Pilipinas matapos lumabas ang ulat
ang bansang tinubuan ang maituturing ngayon 2009 na ang
pinakamalubhang taon para sa miyembro ng media.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/22/2009 9:39 AM PHT

RP Embassies in Beirut, Damascus Assisting Filipino Survivors of Ship
Sinking Off Lebanese Coasts
NPT Slogan and Logo Contest
DFA Hosts 2nd Meeting of the Joint Committee Established Under the
JPEPA
60 Years of Philippine-Pakistan Friendship Observed in Islamabad
and Lahore
Christmas in Moscow
RP Embassy in Vientiane Hosts Dinner for SEA Games Phlippine
Contingent
Philippines Congratulates Macau on Its 10th Anniversary

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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/22/2009 09:10 PM EST
Psalm 5 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Message of Isaiah fulfilled in Jesus. Jesus went to the synagogue on
Sabbath and read the passage from Isaiah 61:1-2 "The Spirit of the Lord is
on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He
has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for
the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor."
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/22/2009 10:01 AM PHT
Big bang to greet holidays
MANILA, Philippines - A major and violent eruption of Mayon Volcano
could be just days away, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and
Seismology (Phivolcs) warned yesterday.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Rodel Rodis
San Francisco, California
SC ASKED TO EXTEND VOTER REGISTRATION TO OVERSEAS
PINOYS
12/21/2009 11:36 PM PST
Responding to a plea to extend the time to register to vote in the May 2010
elections, the Philippine Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision on
December 8, 2009 extending the voter registration period to January 9,
2010. Because the decision only covers voters in the Philippines, a petition
to the Court to extend its ruling to cover overseas Filipinos will be filed this
week.
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By Perry Diaz
Sacramento, California
From Hopelessness to Hopefulness
12/22/2009 6:16 AM PST
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Dec. 22 (PinoyGlobal) - A survey conducted by Pulse
Asia on October 22 to 30, 2009 showed that 86% of Filipinos look forward
to the year “with hope” while seven percent will face the year “with
apprehension” and another seven percent “without hope and without
apprehension.” By contrast, last year’s survey showed that 78% looked
forward “with hope,” 11% “with apprehension” and 11% “without hope and
without apprehension.”
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/23/2009 6:41 AM PHT

Healthcare Insurance Coverage for Foreign Service Personnel
The Members of the DFA PRESS CORPS are invited to cover the
following
RP-Japan Joint Press Release

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By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/23/2009 05:24 PM PHT
Nagbebenta ng laruan na kontiminado ng kemikal,
ipakukulong
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 23 (PinoyGlobal) -PINABIBIGATAN ng isang
militanteng Kongresista ang parusa sa mga taong mahuhulihan nag-i-
import at nagbebeta ng mga laruan kuntinminado ng mga kemikal tulad ng
mercury, led at ibapa na pawang napakadelikado sa batang
makakalanghap nito.
Regalo ni PGMA sa bayan, mag-sorry ka! - solon
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 23 (PinoyGlobal) -“The BEST gift for the Filipino
is huwag na siyang tumakbo sa anumang posisyon sa susunod na halalan,”
ito ang naging payo ni Gabriela party-list Rep. Liza Maza kay Pangulong
Gloria Arroyo na iatras na lamang.
Teodoro madaling i-beat - hindi "man to beat" - solon
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 21 (PinoyGlobal) -“madaling i-beat,” ito ang
tasahang sinabi ni Citizens Battle Against Corruption (Cibac) party-list Rep.
Joel Villanueva bilan tugon sa pagmamalaki ng palasyo na “man to beat”
ang Lakas-Kampi-CMD standard bearer na si dating Defense Secretary
Gilberto “Gibo” Teodoro sa 2010 presidential elections.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/24/2009 2:21 PM PHT

Parol-Making Workshop in Illinois
Ambassador Ortega Receives A Plaque of Appreciation from Filcom at
4th Pasko Sa Brussels
Paskong Pinoy and New Officers for Filcom in Xiamen
Remains of Another Filipino Seafarer in Sunken Panamanian Ship
Identified

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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/24/2009 02:10 AM EST
Psalm 36 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Contrary to the traditional Jewish law, Jesus showed the Pharisees that it is
not unlawful to heal on Sabbath. He intentionally minister all his healing on
the Sabbath, showing his universal compassion to the sick was stronger
than the rigid thinking of the leaders during the time.
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/24/2009 02:24 PM PHT
Yuletide ceasefire with NPA declared
MANILA, Philippines - A major and violent eruption of Mayon Volcano
could be just days away, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and
Seismology (Phivolcs) warned yesterday.
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From the Migrant Heritage Commission
Washington, D.C.
12/24/2009 02:24 AM EST
FEMA ENCOURAGES WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS
PHILADELPHIA – With inclement weather approaching the mid-Atlantic
region, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reminds
individuals to be prepared for winter storms and extreme cold. While the
danger of severe winter weather varies across the country, everyone can
benefit by taking a few easy steps now to prepare for emergencies. A first
step, regardless of where you live, is to visit the Ready.gov Web site to find
preparedness ideas you can use all year long.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the office of the NPPA
Fresno, California
12/24/2009 02:24 AM PST
Philippines Pasay City Fire
Pasay City, Philippines -Hundreds of residents in E. Rodriguez Extension in
Pasay City, south of Manila, were affected when a fire broke two days
before Christmas Day. The origin and cause of the fire are still to be
determined as of presstime. (Photograph: Voltaire Domingo/NPPA Images)
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/25/2009 07:44 AM PHT
4 dead, 23 missing in sea collision
MANILA, Philippines - At least four people died and 23 others were reported
missing yesterday after two boats collided in the early morning darkness in
Manila Bay during the busy Christmas rush, the latest disaster to hit the
Philippines in a year marked by tragedy.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/24/2009 07:10 PM EST
Psalm 48 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Christmas is the season for healing, forgiveness is your prescription for
justice and peace, for Christ was born for us to start a new beginning of
giving and love. Don't you like to expand your friendship of understanding
to all nations. For it is joy to have an excellent relationship of spirit all over
the universe. egv 09 '
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/26/2009 6:11AM PHT

Mass Repatriation of Filipinos Being Arranged by DFA
Christmas Message of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/26/2009 08:13 PM EST
Psalm 95 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
Happy attitude and submitting ourselves to the will of the Lord, makes
"Divine Healing" works better and faster, than complaining, "why me?"
When I was active in practice, before I starts my work, my nurse Norma,
and assistant nurse, Daisy, we pray together. We found our work is easier,
satisfying, and rewarding.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Ben Cal
Manila, Philippines
12/26/2009 8:10 AM PHT
Daughter of ex-NPA rebel is now math professor
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Dec. 26 -– When the father of Remalyn Adviento was
still with the New People’s Army (NPA) rebels, she was forced to quit
studies and her dream of pursuing a college education was next to
impossible.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Jose Mari Mercader
Washington, D.C.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. Running Scared of Pacman
12/26/2009 08:43 PM EST
WASHINGTON,D.C., Dec. 20 (PinoyGlobal) - The much awaited Pacquiao-
Mayweather mega slugfest in Las Vegas has been tentatively called off.
This is the news around the world as of this writing. The fiasco of this billed
fight of the decade between the two ring superstars is because Floyd
chickened out. This is the only reason I can image at the moment unless
logic supports Mayweather’s sudden dash for the exit door just when the
agreement is about to be finalized. Coming up with this novel but flimsy
excuse that the rules of engagement should be the US Anti-Doping Agency
test – whatever that gobbledygook procedure is mystifies the millions of
boxing fans around the world. Does Pacman who crosses himself before
and during his fights look like a dope-addict? That’s what this demands
sounds to me.
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From the office of the NPPA
Fresno, California
12/27/2009 02:24 AM PST
Philippines Mayon Volcano pictures
A farmer carries newly harvested crops past a 6-kilometer danger warning
in his village as Mayon Volcano continue to exhibit intensifying restiveness
in Barangay Lidong, San Domingo town, Albay province, Philippines on 26
December 2009. Almost 47,000 evacuees spent Christmas in 26 evacuation
centers as alert level 4 remains hoisted over Mayon. State volcanologists
warned of a potentially hazardous volcanic eruption after Christmas
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By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/29/2009 08:11 AM PHT
Baril ng PNP kasamang nahukay sa maguinadano
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 29 (PinoyGlobal) -“BALIGTAD,” ito ang naging
reaksyon ng isang independent na Kongresista sa inamin ni Philippine
National Police (PNP) Director General Jesus Versoza sa 800 nakumpiskang
baril sa Maguindanao, halos mahigit 20 lamang umano ang nagmula sa PNP.
P42.1 milyon na pinambili ng medical equipment nasayang
lang
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 29 (PinoyGlobal) -PINAGPAPALIWANAG ng mga
militanteng Kongresista si Department of Health(DOH) Sec. Francisco Duque
sa P42.1 milyon na nasayang lang dahil sa pagbili ng depektibo at maling
paggamit ng ng mga medical equipment.
Wapakman ni paquiao, kulelelat sa takilya
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 29 (PinoyGlobal) -MASAMANG pangitain umano
ang pangungulelat sa takilya ang pelikula ni pambansang kamao manny
Pacquiao, sa kanyang pangalawang pagkakataon na pagsabak sa
pagkakongresista sa susunod na taon.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/29/2009 8:14 AM PHT

15 Filipinos Onboard Greek Ship which Caught Fire Off Venezuelan
Coast
DFA welcomes First Batch of Repatriates from Lebanon
Simbang Gabi Held Throughout London

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From the office of the NPPA
Fresno, California
12/28/2009 07:24 AM PST
Philippines Mayon Volcano pictures
Children play by the seashore at a village facing Albay Gulf as the restive
Mayon Volcano, background, continues to spew ash in Legaspi City, Albay
province, about 500 kilometers southeast of Manila, Philippines, Saturday,
Dec. 26, 2009. About 47,000 residents living around the 8-kilometer danger
zone around the country's most active volcano spent their Christmas in
evacuation centers after the volcano showed signs of increasing activity
and possibly eruption. (Photograph: Mike Alquinto/NPPA Images)
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From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/28/2009 08:13 PM EST
Psalm 63 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
In my experience, music is not only good to listen to, but spiritual music has
some soothing effect to the mind and spirit as well. I would consider this
as, an "Alternative or Complementary Therapy." When I visit the nursing
home, I noticed that all the T.V. are on while the patient is sleeping. But
music could do more relaxing, like when we were small, our mother's would
sing to us. then we fall to sleep. Today people use T.V. as their sedatives
and it is not relaxing at all. What do you think?
Psalm 113 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
We all believe in prayer for healing and you will notice in the Hippocratic
Oath, we also believe in a higher divine master and we follow his precepts
of moral law. Medicine and prayers are not opposed, but the doctors, the
nurses, and the person with the gift of healing forms God's healing team.
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/29/2009 08:44 AM PHT
2 Philippine Coast Guard executives suspended
MANILA, Philippines - Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) commandant Admiral
Wilfredo Tamayo yesterday suspended his detachment commander and
clearing officer in Calapan, Oriental Mindoro in connection with the sinking
of the M/V Baleno 9 that killed at least six people late Saturday.
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By Jong Manlapaz Jr.
Manila, Philippines
12/30/2009 08:00 AM PHT
Pacman pagmumulan ng pagkahati-hati ng Pinoy kapag nag-
indorso ng Politiko
MANILA, PHILIPPINES Dec. 30 (PinoyGlobal) -PAGKAKAISA ang isa sa mga
pangunahing dahilan ni 7 division champion Manny “Pacman” Paquiao sa
tuwing aakyat ring, pero magkaha-hati umano mga Pilipino kapag sumampa
na sa arena ng Politika ang pambansang kamao para tumakbo at mag-
indorso ng politiko.
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By Perry Diaz
Sacramento, California
Gloria’s End Game
12/29/2009 7:09 AM PST
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Dec. 29 (PinoyGlobal) -Like in a game of chess,
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is now playing the end game of her nine
years of tumultuous -- and scandalous -- presidency. Indeed, her adroit
chessmanship in the art of Machiavellian politics has earned her the scornful
enmity of the people. Her recent net satisfaction rating of -38 is the lowest
since 1986 in the waning days of the Marcos dictatorship.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
12/30/2009 8:14 AM PHT

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo’s, New Year’s Message, December
29, 2009
Filipino Peacekeepers Celebrate Christmas in The Golan Heights
DFA to Second Batch of Repatriates from Lebanon: “File Complaints
Against Illegal Recruiters”
Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles commemorates the
113th Anniversary of Dr. Jose P. Rizal’s Martyrdom
Philippine Embassy in Abuja Celebrates Christmas in Ikeja
Philippine Embassy in Tel Aviv commemorates the 13th Anniversary of
the Martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal
Lebanese Businessman Donates Three Boxes of New Clothing for
Disaster Victims

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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/29/2009 08:13 PM EST
Psalm 43 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
This is my second to the last chapter on healing. "Healing" by ourselves,
"Healing" with our relationship with each other, "Healing" together as
Filipino people and these includes also all the nations of the world. Peace to
all and good will to men.
Can we ever bring back the happy memories with our friends, family and
neighbors and heal our differences within the family? Yes, we can.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/30/2009 08:44 AM PHT
Poll machines start arriving
MANILA, Philippines - The first batch of 4,000 precinct count optical scan
(PCOS) machines was received by the Commission on Elections Monday
night, Comelec Chairman Jose Melo said yesterday.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the Migrant Heritage Commission
Washington, D.C.
12/30/2009 02:24 AM EST
January is Santo Nino month.. Another event to honor
SANTO NINO. . .
10th FIESTA NG SANTO NINO by the Mother Butler’s Guild of St. Mary’s in
Rockville, MD, 17 JANUARY 2010, Sunday
Mass @ 2 p.m. by Fr. Willie Ducusin and Fr. Gary Villanueva
Dinner Dance @ 6 p.m.
Donation : $ 15.00
Proceeds will go to St. Mary’s Church

Special To PinoyGlobal
From Katipunan.Org
Washington, D.C.
12/30/2009 02:29 AM EST
2010 Katipunan Events Calendar
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Special To PinoyGlobal
By Ben Cal
Manila, Philippines
12/31/2009 7:15 AM PHT
2,506 ex-rebels get P65.62M gov’t livelihood benefits in ’09
MANILA, Dec. 30 – The Social Integration Program (SIP) has proven to be
the most effective counter-insurgency weapon without guns and bullets,
attracting 2,506 New People’s Army (NPA) rebels to surrender in 2009 to
avail of the government’s livelihood scheme.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Rev. E. Gary Villanueva, M.D, Sc.D., F.A.C.P.
Washington, D.C.
12/30/2009 07:13 PM EST
Psalm 77 From the prayer desk of Rev. Deacon Gary
It is easier for his mercy and compassion to heal our physical and spiritual
wounds if we will submit to his will, with open heart, and with contrite heart
we say forgive me Lord for I have sinned. Yes, if by his passion he removed
the curse of pain and suffering from our original sins, then by his power, he
will heal us of our physical and spiritual problems.
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From the editor@philstar.com
Manila, Philippines
12/31/2009 07:24 AM PHT
Full delivery of poll machines vowed
MANILA, Philippines - Smartmatic International Corp.-Total Information
Management Corp. (TIM) assured the public yesterday that the
manufacture of precinct count optical scan (PCOS) machines is now going
full blast so all the units will be delivered in time for the 2010 polls.
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From the Migrant Heritage Commission
Washington, D.C.
12/31/2009 04:44 AM EST
THE POST-RIZAL ERA: A SPRING OF HOPE, OR A WINTER
OF DESPAIR?
“It was the best of times, the worst of times…It was the age of wisdom, it
was the age of foolishness…It was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of
incredulity…It was the season of light, it was the season of darkness…It
was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair…”
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Special To PinoyGlobal
From Patriot@FaxDC.com
Washington, D.C.
12/30/2009 07:59 PM EDT
Health care vote puts Sen. Nelson 30 points down in
reelection bid
Alert: The good news for Senator Ben Nelson is that he doesn't have to
face Nebraska voters until 2012.
If Governor Dave Heineman challenges Nelson for the Senate job, a new
Rasmussen Reports telephone survey shows the Republican would get
61% of the vote while Nelson would get just 30%. Nelson was reelected to
a second Senate term in 2006 with 64% of the vote.
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NEWS ARCHIVE
December 2009