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How Does One Says Farewell To A Love One? ..... A Tribute
To A Mother
02/02/2009 09:12 AM ET
After suffering for more than six year of breast cancer, Plautila "Baby"
Dumo Jose passed away peacefully last Thursday, January 22, 2009 at
the hospice in this city. She is survived by her devoted husband, Julius
Jose, a former staff member of the Philippine Embassy in Washington,
D.C., four children: Katrina, Joanne, and Johann and Christian; a sister,
an aunt, and a grandchild, nieces and nephews residing in the U.S., and
several kinsfolks in the Philippines.
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To A Mother
02/02/2009 09:12 AM ET
After suffering for more than six year of breast cancer, Plautila "Baby"
Dumo Jose passed away peacefully last Thursday, January 22, 2009 at
the hospice in this city. She is survived by her devoted husband, Julius
Jose, a former staff member of the Philippine Embassy in Washington,
D.C., four children: Katrina, Joanne, and Johann and Christian; a sister,
an aunt, and a grandchild, nieces and nephews residing in the U.S., and
several kinsfolks in the Philippines.
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Weekly Devotion heartily dedicated to the highly achievers and
the image builders of the community
02/02/2009 09:15 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 02 (PinoyGlobal) - Thisis heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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the image builders of the community
02/02/2009 09:15 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 02 (PinoyGlobal) - Thisis heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/03/2009 07:35 AM ET
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02/03/2009 07:35 AM ET
- MOA Signing between DFA-OAVS, POEA and COMELEC
- MOA Signing between DFA-OAVS, MIAA and Comelec
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Egos Will Clash To Save The Queen
by Joe Mari Mercader
02/05/2009 05:25 AM ET
Trivia: As an avid fan I taped all the fights of my idol Manny Pacquiao. I
have been re-watching his extremely riveting fight of last December 6, in
which he bludgeoned Oscar de la Hoya’s face into a mash-potato and
made his left eye look irresistibly delicious to Arabs who love to eat
goat eyes. But what boxing announcer Jim Lampley at one point said,
was absolutely politically incorrect - that Manny is going to be our
president some day.
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by Joe Mari Mercader
02/05/2009 05:25 AM ET
Trivia: As an avid fan I taped all the fights of my idol Manny Pacquiao. I
have been re-watching his extremely riveting fight of last December 6, in
which he bludgeoned Oscar de la Hoya’s face into a mash-potato and
made his left eye look irresistibly delicious to Arabs who love to eat
goat eyes. But what boxing announcer Jim Lampley at one point said,
was absolutely politically incorrect - that Manny is going to be our
president some day.
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Furor over 'un-Australian toilet habits'
By Perry Diaz
02/05/2009 05:25 AM ET
Little did Amador Bernabe realize that his "toilet habits" would propel
him to international fame. For not cleaning himself up the "Australian
way," he was unceremoniously fired from his job by his Australian
employer.
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By Perry Diaz
02/05/2009 05:25 AM ET
Little did Amador Bernabe realize that his "toilet habits" would propel
him to international fame. For not cleaning himself up the "Australian
way," he was unceremoniously fired from his job by his Australian
employer.
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Baselines Bill Does Not Promote Philippine Interests
By: Ambassador Lauro L. Baja
02/05/2009 05:25 AM ET
The Philippine Baselines Bill which excludes Kalayaan and Scarborough
Shoal from our baselines does not protect nor promote our national
interests. Kalayaan is already ours by virtue of our laws, and we have
military and civilian units there.
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By: Ambassador Lauro L. Baja
02/05/2009 05:25 AM ET
The Philippine Baselines Bill which excludes Kalayaan and Scarborough
Shoal from our baselines does not protect nor promote our national
interests. Kalayaan is already ours by virtue of our laws, and we have
military and civilian units there.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/05/2009 05:30 AM ET
Consul General Olivia Palala calls on the Speaker of the Guam
Legislature
Consul General Olivia V. Palala of the Philippine Consulate General in
Agana, called on Speaker Judith Won Pat of the 30th Guam Legislature
on 20 January at the Speaker’s office in Agana.
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02/05/2009 05:30 AM ET
Consul General Olivia Palala calls on the Speaker of the Guam
Legislature
Consul General Olivia V. Palala of the Philippine Consulate General in
Agana, called on Speaker Judith Won Pat of the 30th Guam Legislature
on 20 January at the Speaker’s office in Agana.
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PinoyGlobal Online News
02/05/2009 05:35 AM ET
Philippine Senator Francis Escudero In Town To Speak On Economic
Crisis
Philippine Senator Francis Joseph "Chiz" Guevara Escudero, currently a
Member of the Philippine Senate, is one the youngest Filipino politicians
elected in the Philippines.
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02/05/2009 05:35 AM ET
Philippine Senator Francis Escudero In Town To Speak On Economic
Crisis
Philippine Senator Francis Joseph "Chiz" Guevara Escudero, currently a
Member of the Philippine Senate, is one the youngest Filipino politicians
elected in the Philippines.
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PinoyGlobal Online News
02/05/2009 05:35 AM ET
“2009 MISA NG BAYAN”
Theme : Celebrating Filipino Spirit in the Remaking of America
February 8, 2009, Sunday, 4:20 p.m.
St. Rose of Lima Parish, 11701 Clopper Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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02/05/2009 05:35 AM ET
“2009 MISA NG BAYAN”
Theme : Celebrating Filipino Spirit in the Remaking of America
February 8, 2009, Sunday, 4:20 p.m.
St. Rose of Lima Parish, 11701 Clopper Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/08/2009 07:35 AM ET
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02/08/2009 07:35 AM ET
- Newly appointed Thai Foreign Minister to visit the Philippines
- Philippines, European Union to hold initial talks on Partnership and
Cooperation Agreement
- Philippines-European Union Partnership Cooperation Agreement
(PCA) Negotiations
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PinoyGlobal Online News
02/09/2009 08:01 AM ET
RP Sen. Francis "Chiz" Escudero feted at the prestigious National
Press Club
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 9 (PinoyGlobal) - Philippine Senator Francis
Joseph "Chiz" Guevara Escudero, currently a Member of the Philippine
Senate and one of the youngest Filipino politicians in the Philippines
was an honored guest at the prestigious National Press Club of this city
last Thursday with several Past TOFA Awardees as guests. The private
dinner was hosted by Dr. Victor Lorica, a 2008 TOFA Awardee, and Dr.
Bambi Lorica.
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02/09/2009 08:01 AM ET
RP Sen. Francis "Chiz" Escudero feted at the prestigious National
Press Club
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 9 (PinoyGlobal) - Philippine Senator Francis
Joseph "Chiz" Guevara Escudero, currently a Member of the Philippine
Senate and one of the youngest Filipino politicians in the Philippines
was an honored guest at the prestigious National Press Club of this city
last Thursday with several Past TOFA Awardees as guests. The private
dinner was hosted by Dr. Victor Lorica, a 2008 TOFA Awardee, and Dr.
Bambi Lorica.
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Weekly Devotion heartily dedicated to the highly achievers and
the image builders of the community
02/09/2009 09:03 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 09 (PinoyGlobal) - This is heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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the image builders of the community
02/09/2009 09:03 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 09 (PinoyGlobal) - This is heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/09/2009 07:22 PM ET
VISIT HEIGHTENS RP PROFILE IN NEW US CONGRESS – ROMULO
6 February 2009, Washington DC – At the end of a 36-hour visit in the
US capital, President Arroyo succeeded in heightening the profile of the
Philippines in the 110th Congress of the United States which started its
new session last January, according to Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto
G. Romulo.
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02/09/2009 07:22 PM ET
VISIT HEIGHTENS RP PROFILE IN NEW US CONGRESS – ROMULO
6 February 2009, Washington DC – At the end of a 36-hour visit in the
US capital, President Arroyo succeeded in heightening the profile of the
Philippines in the 110th Congress of the United States which started its
new session last January, according to Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto
G. Romulo.
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The Rise and Fall of the CEOs
02/10/2009 08:01 AM ET
SACRAMENTO, CALIf. Feb. 11 (PinoyGlobal) - The Rise and Fall of the
CEOs Riding the crest of the "Reagan Revolution," the corporate Chief
Executive Officers (CEOs) reached the pinnacle of power in the
business world. As the preeminent leaders of American capitalism, they
reigned high and mighty. But after three decades of sustained economic
growth, their empires are crumbling and the CEOs are falling.
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02/10/2009 08:01 AM ET
SACRAMENTO, CALIf. Feb. 11 (PinoyGlobal) - The Rise and Fall of the
CEOs Riding the crest of the "Reagan Revolution," the corporate Chief
Executive Officers (CEOs) reached the pinnacle of power in the
business world. As the preeminent leaders of American capitalism, they
reigned high and mighty. But after three decades of sustained economic
growth, their empires are crumbling and the CEOs are falling.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/11/2009 08:21 AM ET
02/11/2009 08:21 AM ET
- Joint Press Statement on the progress made in talks between The
Philippines and The European Union on proposed Partnership and
Cooperation Agreement
PinoyGlobal Online News
02/11/2009 08:31 AM ET
“THE FILIPINO SPIRIT IN THE REMAKING OF AMERICA”
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 11 (PinoyGlobal) - Today, we celebrate our misa
ng bayan with great hopes for brighter days of economic and moral
recovery and renewal under our new President Barack Obama. It is
certainly heartening and uplifting to know that we have a lot to hope and
be thankful for after this nation demonstrated great courage by electing
the first black, indeed, the first colored man in history, to the presidency.
It brings much satisfaction after periods of intense crises and conflicts
under the Bush administration, remembering 9/11, the Iraq and
Afghanistan wars and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the economic
meltdown that continues to wreck havoc on us and especially the
common workers not only in the United States but all over the globe.
After passing through the bleakest of days we earnestly hope to see
light.
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02/11/2009 08:31 AM ET
“THE FILIPINO SPIRIT IN THE REMAKING OF AMERICA”
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 11 (PinoyGlobal) - Today, we celebrate our misa
ng bayan with great hopes for brighter days of economic and moral
recovery and renewal under our new President Barack Obama. It is
certainly heartening and uplifting to know that we have a lot to hope and
be thankful for after this nation demonstrated great courage by electing
the first black, indeed, the first colored man in history, to the presidency.
It brings much satisfaction after periods of intense crises and conflicts
under the Bush administration, remembering 9/11, the Iraq and
Afghanistan wars and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the economic
meltdown that continues to wreck havoc on us and especially the
common workers not only in the United States but all over the globe.
After passing through the bleakest of days we earnestly hope to see
light.
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Eileen DeCesare , RN, MS, CNAA, LNC
President and Founder of Professional Healthcare
Resources, Inc. Unanimously Selected As One Of The 2009
Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA)
02/11/2009 08:40 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 12 (PinoyGlobal) - Eileen DeCesare , RN,
MS, CNAA, LNC, President and Founder of Professional Healthcare
Resources, Inc. is unanimously selected as one of the 2009 Twenty
Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA) by the TOFA Panel Board of Judges
headed by Nonoy & Aida Mendoza of the FILIPINO IMAGE MAGAZINE
(FILIM) and the PINOY GLOBAL ONLINE NEWS (PGON), and the ROXANNE
ANDREA MENDOZA (RAM) MEMORIAL FOUNDATION.
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President and Founder of Professional Healthcare
Resources, Inc. Unanimously Selected As One Of The 2009
Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA)
02/11/2009 08:40 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 12 (PinoyGlobal) - Eileen DeCesare , RN,
MS, CNAA, LNC, President and Founder of Professional Healthcare
Resources, Inc. is unanimously selected as one of the 2009 Twenty
Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA) by the TOFA Panel Board of Judges
headed by Nonoy & Aida Mendoza of the FILIPINO IMAGE MAGAZINE
(FILIM) and the PINOY GLOBAL ONLINE NEWS (PGON), and the ROXANNE
ANDREA MENDOZA (RAM) MEMORIAL FOUNDATION.
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House Resolution 737: Trojan Horse
by Joe Mari Mercader
02/12/2009 04:20 AM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 13 (PinoyGlobal) - It is my gut feeling that House
Resolution 737, which was hurriedly approved by the Committee on
constitutional amendments last week, is sugarcoated nomenclature for
that unpopular, unacceptable and detestable Charter change (Cha cha)!
Bluntly speaking, our people don’t relish hearing about it. They may be in
the mood to alter the 1987 fundamental law after the lame duck Arroyo
administration exits next year. Even that is no guarantee because
the Constitution is barely 30 years old.
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by Joe Mari Mercader
02/12/2009 04:20 AM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 13 (PinoyGlobal) - It is my gut feeling that House
Resolution 737, which was hurriedly approved by the Committee on
constitutional amendments last week, is sugarcoated nomenclature for
that unpopular, unacceptable and detestable Charter change (Cha cha)!
Bluntly speaking, our people don’t relish hearing about it. They may be in
the mood to alter the 1987 fundamental law after the lame duck Arroyo
administration exits next year. Even that is no guarantee because
the Constitution is barely 30 years old.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/12/2009 04:12 AM ET
Foreign experts explain DDR and its relevance to the peace process
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Feb. 12 (PNA) – Three visiting foreign experts
cited the importance of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration
(DDR) in the peace process but that it must be tackled with ample
patience and communicated properly to all concerned that it has nothing
to do with surrendering as misinterpreted by many.
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02/12/2009 04:12 AM ET
Foreign experts explain DDR and its relevance to the peace process
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Feb. 12 (PNA) – Three visiting foreign experts
cited the importance of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration
(DDR) in the peace process but that it must be tackled with ample
patience and communicated properly to all concerned that it has nothing
to do with surrendering as misinterpreted by many.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/12/2009 04:12 AM ET
RP economy: one of the brightest spots in the region, says visiting ICC
Chair
The Philippines remains one of the economies in the region insulated from
the effects of the global economic downturn due to the reforms initiated
by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo years ago.
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02/12/2009 04:12 AM ET
RP economy: one of the brightest spots in the region, says visiting ICC
Chair
The Philippines remains one of the economies in the region insulated from
the effects of the global economic downturn due to the reforms initiated
by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo years ago.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/12/2009 04:02 AM ET
[DETAILS & MORE NEWS INSIDE]
02/12/2009 04:02 AM ET
- The Department of Foreign Affairs - Bids and Awards Committee
(DFA-BAC) is inviting interested bidders to apply for eligibility and
to bid for the: DFA TRANSPORT Service - Media Registration for the 14th Asean Summit
- DFA-OAVS, MIAA and COMELEC sign Memorandum of Agreement
- Ambassador Asuque calls on Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad
Siniora; discusses prospects for Trade, Investment, Labor and
Cultural Agreements - Ambassador Asuque presents credentials to H.E. President
Sleiman of Lebanon - Pulongbayan on OAV Registration
- Mobile Registration on first day of OAV campaign held at Consular
Outreach in Jersey City, NJ
[DETAILS & MORE NEWS INSIDE]
Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/13/2009 07:21 PM ET
[DETAILS & MORE NEWS INSIDE]
02/13/2009 07:21 PM ET
- Philippines and Japan sign Agreement for 8TH Non-project Grant
Assistance from Japan - DFA-OAVS, MIAA and POEA sign Memorandum of Agreement
- DFA Transport Service
- Ambassador Gaa clarifies Inquirer report on US Military Aid
conditions on the Philippines - Ambassador Maria Theresa P. Lazaro meets with CERN Nuclear
Research Institute officials in Geneva - Philippine Relations with Nanjing Enhanced
[DETAILS & MORE NEWS INSIDE]
Tony Deleon Pizarro , CWO (Ret) Supply Corps,
United States Navy Founder and Chairman of the Board,
Integrated Management Enterprises, Inc. and Active
Community Leader Unanimously Selected As One Of The
2009 Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA)
02/13/2009 06:40 PM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 13 (PinoyGlobal) - Tony Deleon Pizarro ,
CWO (Ret) Supply Corps, United States Navy Unanimously Selected As
One Of The 2009 Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA) by the
TOFA Panel Board of Judges headed by Nonoy & Aida Mendoza of the
FILIPINO IMAGE MAGAZINE (FILIM) and the PINOY GLOBAL ONLINE NEWS
(PGON), and the ROXANNE ANDREA MENDOZA (RAM) MEMORIAL
FOUNDATION.
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United States Navy Founder and Chairman of the Board,
Integrated Management Enterprises, Inc. and Active
Community Leader Unanimously Selected As One Of The
2009 Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA)
02/13/2009 06:40 PM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., February 13 (PinoyGlobal) - Tony Deleon Pizarro ,
CWO (Ret) Supply Corps, United States Navy Unanimously Selected As
One Of The 2009 Twenty Outstanding Filipinos Abroad (TOFA) by the
TOFA Panel Board of Judges headed by Nonoy & Aida Mendoza of the
FILIPINO IMAGE MAGAZINE (FILIM) and the PINOY GLOBAL ONLINE NEWS
(PGON), and the ROXANNE ANDREA MENDOZA (RAM) MEMORIAL
FOUNDATION.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/13/2009 05:10 PM ET
AMBASSADOR’S STATEMENT ON THE PASSAGE OF PROVISION
GRANTING RECOGNITION AND LUMP SUM BENEFITS TO FILIPINO
WWII VETERANS
I wish to thank our friends and supporters in the U.S. Congress who
have successfully fought to retain the provision granting recognition and
lump sum benefits to Filipino WWII veterans in the Economic Stimulus
Package Bill that they have passed this evening.
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02/13/2009 05:10 PM ET
AMBASSADOR’S STATEMENT ON THE PASSAGE OF PROVISION
GRANTING RECOGNITION AND LUMP SUM BENEFITS TO FILIPINO
WWII VETERANS
I wish to thank our friends and supporters in the U.S. Congress who
have successfully fought to retain the provision granting recognition and
lump sum benefits to Filipino WWII veterans in the Economic Stimulus
Package Bill that they have passed this evening.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/14/2009 07:10 AM ET
Statement of President Gloria M. Arroyo on the Approval by the U.S.
Congress of Benefits for Filipino World War II Veterans,
Equity for the Philippine veterans of World War II is at hand.
Yesterday, the House of Representatives and the Senate of the United
States passed a bill that contains provisions that recognize their service
and grant benefits to them.
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02/14/2009 07:10 AM ET
Statement of President Gloria M. Arroyo on the Approval by the U.S.
Congress of Benefits for Filipino World War II Veterans,
Equity for the Philippine veterans of World War II is at hand.
Yesterday, the House of Representatives and the Senate of the United
States passed a bill that contains provisions that recognize their service
and grant benefits to them.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/14/2009 07:21 AM ET
02/14/2009 07:21 AM ET
- Ambassador Victor G. Garcia III presents his Letter of Credence to
the President of Belarus - RP Health Workers migration scheme lauded at Policy Advisory
Council Meeting In Oslo - Philippines participates in Eclat de Mode
- Ambassador Pedro O. Chan presents his Letter of Credence to
Turkish President Abdullah Gul in Ankara
Hospital Closure Disaster
02/15/2009 01:07 AM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 17 (PinoyGlobal) - -St. John’s Hospita l is closing on
Feb. 28, 2009. To say the least, this is painful for more than a thousand
employees who will be losing their jobs. A lot of Filipinos are employed in
this hospital - as well as at Mary Immaculate, which is also said to be
closing. Some are husbands and wives working together. There are
those who worked in the hospital for as long as 20-30 years. I know
how these employees feel because I experienced unemployment as well
when the Parkway Hospital closed due to financial difficulties.
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02/15/2009 01:07 AM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 17 (PinoyGlobal) - -St. John’s Hospita l is closing on
Feb. 28, 2009. To say the least, this is painful for more than a thousand
employees who will be losing their jobs. A lot of Filipinos are employed in
this hospital - as well as at Mary Immaculate, which is also said to be
closing. Some are husbands and wives working together. There are
those who worked in the hospital for as long as 20-30 years. I know
how these employees feel because I experienced unemployment as well
when the Parkway Hospital closed due to financial difficulties.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/16/2009 12:10 AM ET
The Philippine-US Visiting Forces Agreement
15 February 2009—The Philippine Government welcomes the decision of
the Supreme Court in Nicolas vs. Romulo where the constitutionality and
validity of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) was re-affirmed.
This is the third time that the Supreme Court has re-affirmed the VFA’s
constitutionality and validity.
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02/16/2009 12:10 AM ET
The Philippine-US Visiting Forces Agreement
15 February 2009—The Philippine Government welcomes the decision of
the Supreme Court in Nicolas vs. Romulo where the constitutionality and
validity of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) was re-affirmed.
This is the third time that the Supreme Court has re-affirmed the VFA’s
constitutionality and validity.
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Weekly Devotion heartily dedicated to the highly achievers and
the image builders of the community
02/16/2009 02:03 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 16 (PinoyGlobal) - This is heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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the image builders of the community
02/16/2009 02:03 AM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 16 (PinoyGlobal) - This is heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/16/2009 07:10 PM ET
Malacanang sees speedy processing of Filipino WW II claims for
benefits
Malacanang expects the process of identifying the beneficiaries of the
additional benefits for Filipino veterans of World War II to get underway
as soon as the US Stimulus Bill is signed into law by US President Barack
Obama tomorrow (Monday in the US).
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02/16/2009 07:10 PM ET
Malacanang sees speedy processing of Filipino WW II claims for
benefits
Malacanang expects the process of identifying the beneficiaries of the
additional benefits for Filipino veterans of World War II to get underway
as soon as the US Stimulus Bill is signed into law by US President Barack
Obama tomorrow (Monday in the US).
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Gloria's Stimulating Gimmickry
02/17/2009 06:01 AM ET
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Feb.17 (PinoyGlobal) - Last February 13, 2009, the
think tank IBON Foundation posted on its website an article titled "Gov't
'Stimulus Plan' A Mere Spin." IBON implied that the much ballyhooed
stimulus plan of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is a "mere public
relations gimmickry to create the impression that something is being
done to address the crisis." According to IBON, "part of the reported
P330-billion stimulus plan includes the P160-billion increase in the 2009
national budget, the P100-billion off-budget infrastructure fund, the
P40-billion corporate/individual tax breaks, so-called alternative livelihood
programs, etc."
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02/17/2009 06:01 AM ET
SACRAMENTO, CALIF., Feb.17 (PinoyGlobal) - Last February 13, 2009, the
think tank IBON Foundation posted on its website an article titled "Gov't
'Stimulus Plan' A Mere Spin." IBON implied that the much ballyhooed
stimulus plan of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is a "mere public
relations gimmickry to create the impression that something is being
done to address the crisis." According to IBON, "part of the reported
P330-billion stimulus plan includes the P160-billion increase in the 2009
national budget, the P100-billion off-budget infrastructure fund, the
P40-billion corporate/individual tax breaks, so-called alternative livelihood
programs, etc."
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/17/2009 06:00 AM ET
02/17/2009 06:00 AM ET
- FSO EXAMINATION, ANNOUNCEMENT AND APPLICATION FORM
- Departure Statement of Hon. Alberto G. Romulo, Secretary of
Foreign Affairs, for the visits to The Republic of Lebanon and Syrian
Arab Republic, 16 - 19 february 2009
News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/17/2009 08:13 PM ET
AMBASSADOR’S STATEMENT ON THE SIGNING INTO LAW THE
RECOGNITION AND LUMP SUM BENEFITS TO FILIPINO WWII
VETERANS
A day before the 63rd anniversary of the passage of the U.S. Rescission
Act of 1946, U.S. President Barack Obama signed a bill into law that
contains a provision granting recognition and lump sum benefits for the
military service of Filipino World War II veterans. After 63 long and hard
years, justice has finally been attained and dignity and honor has been
restored to our brave veterans.
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02/17/2009 08:13 PM ET
AMBASSADOR’S STATEMENT ON THE SIGNING INTO LAW THE
RECOGNITION AND LUMP SUM BENEFITS TO FILIPINO WWII
VETERANS
A day before the 63rd anniversary of the passage of the U.S. Rescission
Act of 1946, U.S. President Barack Obama signed a bill into law that
contains a provision granting recognition and lump sum benefits for the
military service of Filipino World War II veterans. After 63 long and hard
years, justice has finally been attained and dignity and honor has been
restored to our brave veterans.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/18/2009 06:53 AM ET
Malacanang keeping open mind on calls for renegotiation of VFA, says
Remonde
Press Secretary Cerge Remonde said today that Malacanang is keeping
an open mind regarding the proposal for the renegotiation of the Visiting
Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States,
especially the provision on the custody of US servicemen convicted or
facing charges in Philippine courts.
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02/18/2009 06:53 AM ET
Malacanang keeping open mind on calls for renegotiation of VFA, says
Remonde
Press Secretary Cerge Remonde said today that Malacanang is keeping
an open mind regarding the proposal for the renegotiation of the Visiting
Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States,
especially the provision on the custody of US servicemen convicted or
facing charges in Philippine courts.
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/18/2009 06:53 AM ET
WREATHLAYING CEREMONY & RECEPTION 63RD COMMEMORATION
OF THE RESCISSION ACT OF 1946
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02/18/2009 06:53 AM ET
WREATHLAYING CEREMONY & RECEPTION 63RD COMMEMORATION
OF THE RESCISSION ACT OF 1946
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/18/2009 06:59 AM ET
16 February 2009, Beirut, Lebanon - Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto G.
Romulo, who is on an official visit to Lebanon, calls on Lebanese
President Michel Sleiman. During the meeting, Secretary Romulo
extended the Philippines’ appreciation to the Lebanese Government for
the valuable support and assistance extended for the safe repatriation
of some 10,000 Filipinos in Lebanon during the July 2006 Hizbullah-Israel
war.
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02/18/2009 06:59 AM ET
16 February 2009, Beirut, Lebanon - Foreign Affairs Secretary Alberto G.
Romulo, who is on an official visit to Lebanon, calls on Lebanese
President Michel Sleiman. During the meeting, Secretary Romulo
extended the Philippines’ appreciation to the Lebanese Government for
the valuable support and assistance extended for the safe repatriation
of some 10,000 Filipinos in Lebanon during the July 2006 Hizbullah-Israel
war.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/18/2009 06:59 AM ET
02/18/2009 06:59 AM ET
- Philippine Embassy In Seoul Assists Displaced Filipino Workers In
Korea - Invitation to apply for Eligibility and to Bid : For 24 Desktop
Computers
News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/20/2009 04:23 AM ET
FILIPINO WORLD WAR II VETERANS THANK PRESIDENT ARROYO
FOR HER SUPPORT IN THE FIGHT FOR RECOGNITION AND BENEFITS
18 February 2009 - At a reception hosted by the Philippine Embassy to
honor Filipino World War II veterans and to celebrate the signing into law
of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act which contains provisions
that finally recognizes the military service of Filipino World War II
veterans and provides them with lump sum benefits, Filipino veteran and
one of the most active lobbyists in Congress Celestino Almeda, speaking
on behalf of the veterans, expressed his deep appreciation to President
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo for her steadfast support for the veteran’s quest
for justice and equity.
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AMBASSADOR GAA HOSTS RECEPTION TO CELEBRATE VICTORY IN
THE FIGHT FOR RECOGNITION AND BENEFITS FOR FILIPINO WWII
VETERANS
Philippine Ambassador to the United States Willy C. Gaa hosted a
reception at the Philippine Embassy on 18 February 2009 to celebrate
victory in the fight for recognition and benefits for Filipino WWII veterans
following the signing into law by U.S. President Barack Obama of a
provision recognizing the military service of Filipino veterans in WWII and
providing them with lump sum benefits. It was also an occasion to render
thanks and appreciation to all those who have supported the cause of
the veterans.
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PHOTOS from the Philippine Embassy Wreathlaying and Reception
held on 18 February 2009 to celebrate the victory of the Filipino
WWII veterans in their fight for recognition and benefits.
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02/20/2009 04:23 AM ET
FILIPINO WORLD WAR II VETERANS THANK PRESIDENT ARROYO
FOR HER SUPPORT IN THE FIGHT FOR RECOGNITION AND BENEFITS
18 February 2009 - At a reception hosted by the Philippine Embassy to
honor Filipino World War II veterans and to celebrate the signing into law
of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act which contains provisions
that finally recognizes the military service of Filipino World War II
veterans and provides them with lump sum benefits, Filipino veteran and
one of the most active lobbyists in Congress Celestino Almeda, speaking
on behalf of the veterans, expressed his deep appreciation to President
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo for her steadfast support for the veteran’s quest
for justice and equity.
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AMBASSADOR GAA HOSTS RECEPTION TO CELEBRATE VICTORY IN
THE FIGHT FOR RECOGNITION AND BENEFITS FOR FILIPINO WWII
VETERANS
Philippine Ambassador to the United States Willy C. Gaa hosted a
reception at the Philippine Embassy on 18 February 2009 to celebrate
victory in the fight for recognition and benefits for Filipino WWII veterans
following the signing into law by U.S. President Barack Obama of a
provision recognizing the military service of Filipino veterans in WWII and
providing them with lump sum benefits. It was also an occasion to render
thanks and appreciation to all those who have supported the cause of
the veterans.
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PHOTOS from the Philippine Embassy Wreathlaying and Reception
held on 18 February 2009 to celebrate the victory of the Filipino
WWII veterans in their fight for recognition and benefits.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/20/2009 06:59 AM ET
02/20/2009 06:59 AM ET
- Philippine Embassy In Seoul Assists Displaced Filipino Workers In
Korea - Invitation to apply for Eligibility and to Bid : For 24 Desktop
Computers
News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/20/2009 07:30 PM ET
MORE PHOTOS from the Philippine Embassy Wreathlaying and
Reception held on 18 February 2009 to celebrate the victory of the
Filipino WWII veterans in their fight for recognition and benefits.
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02/20/2009 07:30 PM ET
MORE PHOTOS from the Philippine Embassy Wreathlaying and
Reception held on 18 February 2009 to celebrate the victory of the
Filipino WWII veterans in their fight for recognition and benefits.
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4th Annual People's Ball - Bringing people together to foster a
Culture of UNITY and SERVICE. . .
02/20/2009 07:38 PM ET
Theme : Celebrating Filipino Spirit in the Remaking of America
(103 Years of Filipino Migration to the U.S. Honoring and Serving the
Migrants)
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Culture of UNITY and SERVICE. . .
02/20/2009 07:38 PM ET
Theme : Celebrating Filipino Spirit in the Remaking of America
(103 Years of Filipino Migration to the U.S. Honoring and Serving the
Migrants)
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Weekly Devotion heartily dedicated to the highly achievers and
the image builders of the community
02/22/2009 09:03 PM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 23 (PinoyGlobal) - This is heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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the image builders of the community
02/22/2009 09:03 PM ET
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb. 23 (PinoyGlobal) - This is heartily dedicated to
the highly achievers, the imagebuilders of the Filipino Global (FILGLO)
communities, in particular, and to the mainstream, in general, and to the
2009 TOFA AWARDEES.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/23/2009 05:59 PM ET
02/23/2009 05:59 PM ET
- Opening of Technical and Financial Proposals - 24 PCs
- Last Day of Submission of Bid Requirements - 24PCs
- PRE-BID CONFERENCE Computers
- DFA advises filipino nationals working in China to secure residence
permits
Philippines Blinks Once Again
02/23/2009 08:29 PM ET
Faced with crucial challenges and rare opportunities for greatness, the
Philippines blinks once more, this time against phantom fears of military
confrontation and diplomatic fallout through a baselines bills which
excludes Kalayaan and Scarborough Schoal from the countries baselines.
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02/23/2009 08:29 PM ET
Faced with crucial challenges and rare opportunities for greatness, the
Philippines blinks once more, this time against phantom fears of military
confrontation and diplomatic fallout through a baselines bills which
excludes Kalayaan and Scarborough Schoal from the countries baselines.
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The VFA : What's happening with the DFA
02/23/2009 08:29 PM ET
When the highest court of the land had to order the Secretary of Foreign
Affairs, who is supposed to be primus inter pares among cabinet
numbers, to negotiate an agreement on an important foreign policy
issue, something is not right in Camelot.
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02/23/2009 08:29 PM ET
When the highest court of the land had to order the Secretary of Foreign
Affairs, who is supposed to be primus inter pares among cabinet
numbers, to negotiate an agreement on an important foreign policy
issue, something is not right in Camelot.
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Elsie Olaes heads successful NASDI Induction of officers in San Diego
02/24/2009 01:40 AM ET
SAN DIEGO, CALIF., Feb. 22 (PinoyGlobal)-The Naic Association of San
Diego, Inc. (NASDI) held its 24th induction of officers and coronation of
Miss NASDI in San Diego City last night. The honored guests were
headed by Hon. Efren C. Nazareno, Municipal Mayor of Naic, Cavite and
Nonoy Mendoza, editor and publisher of Filipino Image Magazine (FILIM)
and the 24/7 Pinoy Global Online News (PGON) base in Washington,D.C.
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02/24/2009 01:40 AM ET
SAN DIEGO, CALIF., Feb. 22 (PinoyGlobal)-The Naic Association of San
Diego, Inc. (NASDI) held its 24th induction of officers and coronation of
Miss NASDI in San Diego City last night. The honored guests were
headed by Hon. Efren C. Nazareno, Municipal Mayor of Naic, Cavite and
Nonoy Mendoza, editor and publisher of Filipino Image Magazine (FILIM)
and the 24/7 Pinoy Global Online News (PGON) base in Washington,D.C.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/24/2009 01:59 AM ET
02/24/2009 01:59 AM ET
- Tel Aviv PE officials meet with representatives of the Israeli
Ministries Of Foreign Affairs And Justice - Secretary Romulo calls on Lebanese Prime Minister
- Ambassador Rora Navarro-Tolentino presents her credentials to
the French President - Tourism Secretary Joseph H. Durano at the opening ceremonies of
MUBA 2009 in Switzerland - Ambassador Buensuceso meets with Filcom conducts consular
seminar in Stavanger and meets with City Mayor Lief Sevland;
proposal to have a sister city agreement warmly welcomed
The Czarina and the Priest
02/25/2009 07:17 AM ET
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. Feb. 23 (PinoyGlobal) - A battle royal is looming in
the land of Cong Dadong Macapagal between his daughter, President --
and antidrug “Czarina” -- Gloria Macapagal Arroyo and Gov. Fr. Ed Panlilio
of Pampanga. With all the government and political resources at her
disposal, the Czarina has come down furiously at the priest-turned-
governor through a series of Machiavellian strategies. But the priest is
fighting back like David did to the mighty Goliath.
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02/25/2009 07:17 AM ET
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. Feb. 23 (PinoyGlobal) - A battle royal is looming in
the land of Cong Dadong Macapagal between his daughter, President --
and antidrug “Czarina” -- Gloria Macapagal Arroyo and Gov. Fr. Ed Panlilio
of Pampanga. With all the government and political resources at her
disposal, the Czarina has come down furiously at the priest-turned-
governor through a series of Machiavellian strategies. But the priest is
fighting back like David did to the mighty Goliath.
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Ominous Scheme
by Joe Mari Mercader
02/25/2009 07:10 AM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 22 (PinoyGlobal) - If the rumored scenario allegedly
being crafted by the First Gentleman and former Ambassador Danding
Cojuangco is not a ploy to dispel the suspicion that Pres. Arroyo is
implacably obsessed with power and will go to extremes to perpetuate
as president, then possibly she might yet step down in 2010, to the
great relief of our sick nation.
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by Joe Mari Mercader
02/25/2009 07:10 AM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 22 (PinoyGlobal) - If the rumored scenario allegedly
being crafted by the First Gentleman and former Ambassador Danding
Cojuangco is not a ploy to dispel the suspicion that Pres. Arroyo is
implacably obsessed with power and will go to extremes to perpetuate
as president, then possibly she might yet step down in 2010, to the
great relief of our sick nation.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/25/2009 08:59 PM ET
02/25/2009 08:59 PM ET
- The RP-US Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) is crucial to building a
strong Philippines and maintaining a stable Asia-Pacific.
Reconcile With The Nation Not Individuals, Madam
President
by Joe Mari Mercader
02/25/2009 09:27 PM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., (PinoyGlobal) - Last week, President Gloria Arroyo
publicly announced her desire to reconcile with former presidents Cory
Aquino and Joseph “Erap” Estrada. The 64-dollar question is - what
for? Unless the public is unaware that she is smarting with some degree
of guilt for having hurt them, then there is absolutely no reason for her
to sue for peace with the two.
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President
by Joe Mari Mercader
02/25/2009 09:27 PM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., (PinoyGlobal) - Last week, President Gloria Arroyo
publicly announced her desire to reconcile with former presidents Cory
Aquino and Joseph “Erap” Estrada. The 64-dollar question is - what
for? Unless the public is unaware that she is smarting with some degree
of guilt for having hurt them, then there is absolutely no reason for her
to sue for peace with the two.
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Global Filipino (GLOFIL) Current Global News Happenings
02/27/2009 12:02 AM ET
02/27/2009 12:02 AM ET
- Philippine Consulate General in Xiamen promotes Philippine
Education to Chinese Students - Philippine Consulate in Chicago Participates in the Consuls General
Concert series at the Art Institute of Chicago - Chief Justice Puno visits South Africa
- Philippine Consulate General in Barcelona undertakes Consular
Mission in Andorra - Tel Aviv PE attends self-defense seminar for OFWs
To promote TOFA 2009 project -
PinoyGlobal Visits San Diego, California . . . . . .
Prominent Filipinos in San Diego County
02/27/2009 09:40 AM ET
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PinoyGlobal Visits San Diego, California . . . . . .
Prominent Filipinos in San Diego County
02/27/2009 09:40 AM ET
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News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/27/2009 10:02 AM ET
02/27/2009 10:02 AM ET
- PGMA’s “One Town, One Scholar” program takes off
- PGMA pays tribute to RP’s successful women entrepreneurs, role
models - PGMA to lead world’s first and largest March vs. illegal drugs
- Palace vows to work closely with friends to enhance protection of
human rights
News Release from the Philippine Embassy
02/27/2009 07:28 PM ET
Davao City -- Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Ralph G. Recto in a press
briefing said the country`s economic resiliency plan (ERP) will help in
attaining a positive growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first
semester of 2009.
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02/27/2009 07:28 PM ET
Davao City -- Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Ralph G. Recto in a press
briefing said the country`s economic resiliency plan (ERP) will help in
attaining a positive growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in the first
semester of 2009.
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Philippines Is The Next Tiger Of Asia
02/27/2009 07:37 PM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 28 (PinoyGlobal) - As expats our love for country
and countrymen is clearly shown by the $18 billion in remittances we
send back home yearly. Nothing can be clearer than that. Therefore we
get frustrated when we see our leaders being investigated left and right
and nothing happens. It’s like our effort and sacrifices have gone to the
drain because of our present leaders. All we hear are about schemes,
scams, deals, corruption and anomalous transactions. They come in the
form of fertilzer scams, ZTE deal, Joc Joc Bolante, Pidal, Diosdado
Macapagal Highway, GSIS and SSS scams and so on. When will this bad
news ever stop?
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02/27/2009 07:37 PM ET
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 28 (PinoyGlobal) - As expats our love for country
and countrymen is clearly shown by the $18 billion in remittances we
send back home yearly. Nothing can be clearer than that. Therefore we
get frustrated when we see our leaders being investigated left and right
and nothing happens. It’s like our effort and sacrifices have gone to the
drain because of our present leaders. All we hear are about schemes,
scams, deals, corruption and anomalous transactions. They come in the
form of fertilzer scams, ZTE deal, Joc Joc Bolante, Pidal, Diosdado
Macapagal Highway, GSIS and SSS scams and so on. When will this bad
news ever stop?
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