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Water Spells 'I-C-E'
Teacher: “What is the difference between a musician and a co**se?”
Smart Martin: “The musician composes. The co**se decomposes.”
In his chemistry class, teacher: “Martin how do you spell water with three letters?”
Smart Martin: I-C-E.
Umapi ha gin dumara nga ABC Meeting ha munisipyo han Daram an pwersa han Samar II Electric Cooperative ha pangunguna ni District 8 Director Marian Moreno dida han nag-agi nga Hulyo 3, 2024.
Ha epektibo nga pakikig-koordinar han SAMELCO II kan ABC President Nelson Martinito, nasayuran adton mga nagtambong nga mga opisyales han mga barangay han Daram han pira nga isyu mahitungod han pagtaga-kuryente. Sugad nala han pagbabayad han konsumo han mga streetlights ngan barangay hall, ruba nga mga kuntador ngan an pangutod han suplay han kuryente ha mga diri nagbabayad ha oras nga aada naman ha ilarum han programa han Barangay Power Association o kun BAPA.
An nasabi nga inisyatiba han kooperatiba in agud makaghatag hin talwas, masasarigan ngan dekalidad nga serbisyo han pagtaga-elektrisidad.
"SAMELCO II never stops working to deliver efficient services to consumers," pahayag ni Director Moreno han Daram ngan Zumaragga District 8.
(May Japzon)
📷 Dixon Bernales SAMELCO II
Keep God always in your heart. God is with us through everything, giving us strength for everything at every moment.
Next Year, I'll 'Benign'
In a Grade 2 class, asks the English teacher: "Who can give me sentence using the word 'benign'?”
Smart Martin raises his hand, answers “This year I am eight – but next year I’ll benign.”
The Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (SINAG) has announced its intention to take legal action against officials of the Tariff Commission regarding Executive Order (EO) 62, which reduces tariffs on various agricultural products.
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https://opinyon.net/national/legal-action-vs-agri-tariffs
Even before the Duterte administration, the controversy over the unsuitability and non-compliance of the trains delivered by CRRC Dalian Co. Ltd. for the Metro Rail Transit (MRT) Line 3 system had blown but with the assumption of Rodrigo Duterte to the presidency, the conflict was swept under the rugs.
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https://opinyon.net/national/about-time-dotr-files-suit-for-unsuitable-trains
ILOILO CITY - In a significant step towards fostering regional cooperation and development, the capital town of Aklan, Kalibo, and the highly urbanized City of Iloilo have officially become "sisters."
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https://opinyon.net/national/kalibo-and-iloilo-city-forge-sisterhood-for-mutual-growth-and-prosperity
BUCHEON CITY, SOUTH KOREA—An emerging Filipino filmmaker has been making waves as a film student at the Fantastic Film School (FFS) of the 28th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN) in this city.
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https://opinyon.net/national/pinoy-filmmaker-makes-waves-in-s-korea
What is Bini and why is it taking the whole Philippines and many Filipino communities abroad (perhaps even other nationalities) by storm?
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https://opinyon.net/national/binis-cebuana-aiah-boholana-colet-et-al-mounts-grand-concert-at-big-dome-in-october
What is Bini and why is it taking the whole Philippines and many Filipino communities abroad (perhaps even other nationalities) by storm?
There’s no turning back for both actors Carla Abellana, a Bacolod-rooted lady by virtue of her being the daughter of Ilonggo dad Rey “PJ” Abellana, and Tom Rodriguez, a Catbalogan City Pride, as far as the dissolution of their marriage is concerned.
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https://opinyon.net/national/negrense-carla-abellana-vs-waraynon-tom-rodriguez-divorce
Love is indeed always in the air for model and Ormoc City Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez and actor and Leyte Province 4th District Representative Richard Gomez.
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https://opinyon.net/national/richard-and-lucy-celebrate-pinya-fest-in-ormoc
Love is indeed always in the air for model and Ormoc City Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez and actor and Leyte Province 4th District Representative Richard Gomez.
To electrify 100 percent of Philippine households by 2028 (note the timetable is headed for a presidential election), the Department of Energy (DOE) would need P72 billion more funds.
KALIBO, Aklan – The recent announcement by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) that the coastal waters of Western Visayas remain free from red tide toxins is a welcome relief for both consumers and the local fishing industry. According to Shellfish Bulletin No. 12, released on Jun...
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced the arrest of an Indian-Nepalese national tagged by authorities in New Delhi as a ranking leader of a separatist terror group and a wanted criminal in India.
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https://opinyon.net/national/indian-fugitive-nabbed-in-bacolod
At past noontime one quiet day when most people are at home for siesta, a truck suddenly rammed into seven houses by the roadside in Barangay Caglanipao Sur, Tinambacan in Calbayog City, Samar.
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https://opinyon.net/national/6-killed-as-truck-rams-into-7-houses
The Philippine government's ambitious goal of reducing the retail price of rice to P20 per kilo is no longer a pipe dream. It is realistic goal as it is a feasible solution to the country's long-standing food security concerns. Biliran achieved it. Can the rest so too?
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https://opinyon.net/national/rice-at-p20-kilo-a-realistic-goal
The Philippine government's ambitious goal of reducing the retail price of rice to P20 per kilo is no longer a pipe dream. It is realistic goal as it is a feasible solution to the country's long-standing food security concerns. Biliran achieved it. Can the rest so too?
While rice prices in the region range from P46-P65, farmers in Biliran in Eastern Visayas are now selling their produce at P20 per kilo, the price President Bongbong Marcos promised Filipinos.
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https://opinyon.net/national/rice-p20
It is possible!
Philippine Daily Inquirer – “Members of the House human rights committee agree that former President Rodrigo Duterte and his former police chief Ronald de la Rosa ‘should face’ the families of drug war victims –as well as the crackdown chief critic, Leila de Lima.”
No, I’m not thinking about retirement yet – it’s not in my radar for now. I like to reckon that getting older or retiring at 65 should not mean letting go of work or halting on your dreams.
Media professionals in Eastern Visayas are expressing outrage following the arrest of Josie Serseña, an Ormoc-based journalist, due to her failure to attend court hearings as a witness in a drug buy-bust operation conducted by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA).
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https://opinyon.net/national/ev-journ-arrested
Media professionals in Eastern Visayas are expressing outrage following the arrest of Josie Serseña, an Ormoc-based journalist, due to her failure to attend court hearings as a witness in a drug buy-bust operation conducted by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA).
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) said its officers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) have barred two foreigners from entering the country due to their record as convicted rapists.
Linog!
Gin bay-og hin magnitude 4.9 nga linog ha may banda Bobon, Northern Samar kanina han 12:01 am.
Ha naka lagay nga 30 dias, maabot 39 nga linog an naitala ha probinsya han Northern Samar basi ha mga datos tikang ha Phivolcs.
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) arrested on Thursday a Chinese man for overstaying.
Patay na han mahikit-an an usa nga member han LGBT kanina han maagahon.
Base ha inisyal nga imbestigasyon han Catbalogan CPS, pasado alas 1:45 han kaagahon kanina han mag report an mga kabataan ha police nga mayda patay nga lawas nga nakit-an ha igbaw han Perseveranda Memorial Park.
Han mag responde an kapulisan nahikit-an nga nakilikid ngan waray na kinabuhi hi Alias "Lucky", usa nga OFW ngan nag uukoy ha Brgy 7, syudad han Catbalogan.
Sumala ha Catbalogan CPS, mayda polo/handle han kutsilyo nga waray na tarum/blade ha wala nga dapit han biktima.
Sul-ot pa han biktima an mga alahas hini ngan mayda pa cellphone ngan wallet.
Pero sumala ha hipag han biktima, gin iiliw nira an madakmol nga kwintas han biktima nga sul-ot hini han lumakat ini ha ira balay kagab-i.
Padayun naman nga gin iimbestigaran han PNP an insidente.
By: May L. Japzon
Manilampuson nga gin dumara an panhatag hin ayuda ha mga mag-uruma ngan mangirisda ha tulo nga probinsya han Samar Island, sugad ha Eastern Samar, Northern Samar ngan Samar dida han July 4, 2024.
Gin pangunahan ini mismo ni His Excellency Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr ha Northwest Samar State University Oval Grounds, Calbayog City.
Kaupod hini han pag duhol han mga ayuda hi Samar Governor Sharee Ann Tan, Northern Samar Governor Edwin Ongchuan, Eastern Samar Governor Ben Evardone, DSWD Sec Rex Gatchalian, DA Sec Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr, DILG Sec Benjamin Abalos Jr, ngan Special Assistant to the President Antonio Ernesto Lagdameo Jr. Presente gihapon an mga mayors han tulo nga probinsya, kaupod an mga punong barangay ug an ira mga konsehales ngan mga constituents.
Napuno an oval grounds han mga benepisaryo han nasabi mga programa.
Maabot ha P50M an ginduhol ni Presidente Marcos ha probinsya han Samar ha ilarum han Presidential Assistance to Farmers, Fisherfolks and Families (PAFF) program, P19.3M ha Eastern Samar ngan P25.9M ha Northern Samar nga gin karawat naman han ira tagsa tagsa nga gobernador.
An inisyatibo in gin hahatag ha mga mag uruma ngan mangirisda nga duro nga naapektuhan han nag agi nga El Niño.
Maabot 8,930 an benepisaryo han tulo nga probinsya ngan kada benepisaryo in nakakarawat hin P10,000.
Labot la han cash assistance, nag hatag gihapon hin mga ekipahe ngan iba pa nga mga tambulig an magkadurudilain nga ahensiya han gobyerno sugad han BFAR (DA), ACPC (DA) TESDA, DOLE, ngan DSWD.
"Kayo po na mga magsasaka at mangingisda, kayo po ay ang tunay na bayani ng ating bansa, at nararapat lamang na bigyang pugay at suportahan namin ang inyong sipag at inyong galing," sumala kan Presidente Marcos.
Naghatag naman hin update an presidente mahiunong han kahimtang han karsada ha Samar.
Sumala ha iya, nag alotaga an gobyerno hin P1.4B para han pag hingayad han Maharlika Highway. Labot la han paghingayad, papahaluagon gihapon an karsada agud mapaupay an transportasyon. Pagtitikangan an proyekto ha November 2024 kutob March 2025. "Umaasa ako na tututukan ito ng DPWH upang masiguro na matatapos ito sa lalong madaling panahon", dugang pa ni Presidente Marcos.
By: May Japzon
𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖: 𝐒𝐮𝐥𝐲𝐚𝐩 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐟é
Sulyap Gallery Café, Boutique Hotels and Restaurants is another one of the must-visit places in Laguna located inside the Cocoland Compound in Barangay Del Remedio, San Pablo City.
From the name itself, the venue takes you to have a peek into the past. Inside is a restaurant, art gallery, beautiful gardens, swimming pool and four casas which houses and hotels.
Sulyap's primary feature is its famed gallery cafe and restaurant, which serves traditional Filipino cuisine and beverages. Its most popular foods include San Pablo City's native and traditional dishes "kulawo," made from eggplant or puso ng saging, and "pinayti," made of micro-shrimps from Lake Palakpakin that were cooked in coconut milk.
Five of its six restored "casas" are perfect for an overnight stay for travelers and tourists. Casa Obando, Casa Alitagtag, Casa Del Remedio, Casa Nagcarlan, and a portion of Casa San Juan will give you a glimpse of the past.
Sulyap Museum is organized into four sections and exhibits hundreds of historic treasures, including wooden furniture, ceramics, and religious objects. A trip within the museum provides a thorough insight of a living experience during the colonial era through the ancient objects displayed in the building.
Experience the taste of the past with the best traditional and modern Filipino Cuisine as you explore the classical picturesque halls of multi-awarded and world-renowned Sulyap Gallery Cafe, Boutique Hotels and Restaurant.
(Lhouzyline Zhaireel Saban/Photo courtesy of Sulyap Gallery Cafe's website)
Room 5 2/F, V & E Realty Bldg. , Brgy 8 Claudio Street
Tacloban City
6500
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Col. Ariel Querubin bears his war scars to the media today, June 29 at Tacloban Plaza Hotel
Now Happening: Kapihan ha PIA at Tacloban City Police Office re: Regional Rescue Jamboree 2024 in Southern Leyte.
Awarding of Ibabao Festival: Festival Dance Competition winners
Ibabao Festival: Festival Dance Competition IV
Ibabao Festival: Festival Dance Competition Ill
Ibabao Festival: Festival Dance Competition II
Ibabao Festival: Festival Dance Competition
Municipality of San Roque entry for the Festival Dance Competition
Kitaa: Nortehanon nag tirok ha UEP Accademic Center para pag tambong han Festival Dance Competition yana nga gabi.
Pastilan! Pampasahero nga bus nahulugan hin sanga hin dako na puno. Dako an pasalamat han mga pasahero hin usa nga bus tikang ha Tacloban pakadto Catbalogan city nga waray may namaulol ha ira matapos ini mahulugan hin sanga hin dako nga puno ha may Brgy. Catalina Jiabong Samar kakulop, June 10. Photo courtesy of Celine Borja
Agta ha Tolosa? Nabaraka an mga netizens han usa na CCTV video kun diin makikita an lambong hin bagat bata na may ikog ha kagabihon han Sumala han nag post nga hi Dennis Colasito, makikita ha CCTV an mao nga lambong ha bungbong han balay han ira amyaw. ""Agta" daw it tawag hini. Waray pisikal nga lawas, lambong la ngan mayda ikog. Baga hin bata it porma hit lawas. Caught by our CCTV at 8:32 pm, June 2, 2024. This incident proves that spirits exist. This also validates the bible narrative about Jesus casting out demons and evil spirits." Pagkita niyo mga sangkay, agta ba adto? Video courtesy of Dennis Colasito
Abri na manhole, waray warning signs Waray mga takop na manhole han gin-aayad nga drainage ha bangketa ha kalsada ha may Utap-Apitong, Tacloban. Na videohan ine hin usa na concerned citizen. Posible ine maka disgrasya ha mga lumarabay kay waray bisan ano na nga mga warning sign na gin butang han contractor ug Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). (Dinah Pagadora) Source RMN
PASTILAN DPWH! Gin kabaraka hin pira nga motorista ini nga parte hin gin aayad nga karsada ha Brgy San Miguel, Balangiga Eastern Samar. Makikita ha video nga kuha ni Jasmin Bonifacio nga waray early warning devices o bisan reflectors an mga signage. Dugang pa han iba nga mangaragi, waray street lights ngan umpas an ligid han mao nga kurbada. "Kun may paspasay nga motor, mag dudurog gud ngan han mga signage." Video courtesy of Jas Bonifacio
PASTILAN! Makikitan an pira ka buildings nga nagcollapse mahitungod han 7.5 magnitude nga linog ha Hualien, Taiwan.
ANO DAW LA? Nangirhat ngan nahi pausa hi Renante Genotiva han ira nakitan in bagat usa na tawo na humawas nga ha may San Agustin mga banda alas onse han gabi. An ira nahipausahan an tigda hini kawara mahuman tumabok han karsada. "Guys curious laak Kun ano ini hiya! Dd ini dapit ha may San Agustin again pakadto ha turil ha may crossing, may humawas tikang catbalogan, alas 11 han gab e. Yana la iton han Domingo han gab e, Kay gin check namon an cctv , tumabok tigda la nawara an huwas han pag tabok . Hasta yana nangingirabo laak ghap" Video courtesy of Renante Genotiva
Wishing you a year filled with joy, growth, and countless beautiful moments. Happy New Year to you and your loved ones! 🎉✨ #NewYearCountdown #NewYearEve #Hello2024 #CheersTo2024
Shining Stars and Cinematic Triumphs: Victors at the 2023 MMFF Gabi ng Parangal In a radiant celebration of cinematic excellence, the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Gabi ng Parangal crowned a new generation of talents and creative masterpieces. The glittering event, held on December 27 at the New Frontier Theater in Quezon City, welcomed not the usual eight but a stellar lineup of 10 films competing for this year's prestigious MMFF awards. "Firefly," the brainchild of director Zig Dulay and starring Alessandra de Rossi and Euwenn Mikaell, claimed the spotlight as the Best Picture and Best Screenplay. Mikaell, a standout in "Firefly," added the Best Child Performer award to the film's triumphs. Pepe Diokno’s "GomBurZa" emerged as a luminary, securing an impressive seven awards, including Best Director, Best Sound (Melvin Q. Rivera and Louie Boy Bauson), Best Production Design (Ericson Navarro), Best Cinematography (Carlo Canlas Mendoza), Gatpuno Antonio Villegas Cultural Award, 2nd Best Picture, and Best Actor for Cedrick Juan. "I Met You in Tokyo," featuring Vilma Santos and Christopher de Leon, dazzled with wins for Best Float, Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence, 4th Best Picture, and the undeniable Best Actress: Vilma Santos, who once again proved that she's a "Star for All Seasons." "Family of Two," a touching narrative that earned Miles Ocampo her first accolade as the Best Supporting Actress. The film "Mallari" clinched four awards, including Best Score (Von de Guzman), Best Visual Effects (Gaspar Mangarin), 3rd Best Picture, and Best Supporting Actor: JC Santos. "Becky & Badette," starring Eugene Domingo and Pokwang, shone bright with awards for Best Original Theme Song ("Finggah Lickin") and the esteemed Gender Sensitivity award. "K(Ampon)," a spine-chilling horror film featuring Derek Ramsey and Beauty Gonzales, earned the Best Editing award for Benjamin Tolentino. In a fitting finale, Mother Lily Monteverde receiv
On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Twelve drummers drumming, Eleven pipers piping, Ten lords a-leaping, Nine ladies dancing, Eight maids a-milking, Seven swans a-swimming, Six geese a-laying, Five golden rings, Four calling birds, Three French hens, Two turtle doves, And a partridge in a pear tree! Joy, laughter, and festive cheer to all! Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a year ahead filled with magic#christmas2023 Music by White_Records/Paxabay #ChristmasDay #MerryChristmas #Christmas #Christmas2023
Rediscovering the Timeless Brilliance of Ronaldo Valdez Through His Iconic Movie Roles Though Ronaldo Valdez stumbled into showbiz by chance, it became unmistakably clear that he was destined to weave magic in front of the camera. Ronaldo's journey, which was sadly curtailed at the age of 77, unfolded as a captivating tale that commenced in 1966. He was discovered by the Comedy King Dolphy at a basketball court, where Dolphy was searching for an actor to share the screen with Susan Roces. Known for his versatility, Valdez seamlessly navigated diverse characters, notably in his early years, complementing big stars. As we remember this icon, let's revisit some of his memorable roles: 1. 'The Mad Doctor of Mad Island' (1969): A horror film that marked his entry, setting the stage for more opportunities. 2. 'Lalakwe' (1985): A drama-comedy where Valdez portrayed Eric Verbo, showcasing his charm in a philandering role. 3. 'Karma' (1981): Directed by Danny Zialcita, this romantic drama starred Vilma Santos and Ronaldo Valdez in an intriguing plot of reincarnated lovers. 4. 'Lilet' (1971): A horror flick where Valdez played Dr. Edgar Leynes, supporting Celia Rodriguez as Lilet in uncovering dark family secrets. 5. 'Mahinhin Vs. Mahinhin' (1981): Valdez shone in a hilarious portrayal of a flashy gay character named Peter, adding a comedic touch to the film. 6. 'May Daga Sa Labas ng Lungga' (1984): A sex comedy by Danny Zialcita where Valdez showcased brilliance in playing the stereotypical gay character. 7. 'Cedie: Ang Munting Prinsipe' (1996): A departure from comedic roles, Valdez portrayed the aristocratic Earl of Dorincourt, earning praise for his performance. 8. 'May Minamahal' (1993): Ronaldo's warm portrayal of Cenon Fernandez, a loving father, earned him numerous awards for Best Supporting Actor. 9. 'The Mistress' (2012): Valdez played Rico Torres Sr., a complex character, contributing to the success of the film through his brilliant performance. 10. 'Se
Daniel Padilla's Surprise Move: Reverses Breakup Message to Kathryn Bernardo Yesterday, on December 14, 2023, Daniel Padilla wiped away his heartfelt breakup message to ex-girlfriend Kathryn Bernardo Netizens observed its disappearance from Instagram on November 30, 2023. Once a poetic declaration of separation, Daniel's 'Ikaw at Ako' message now retains only its title. This development sparks renewed hopes among KathNiel fans for a potential reunion of the beloved couple. While Daniel's message is gone, Kathryn's breakup note remains intact on her Instagram. KathNiel enthusiasts hold onto the prospect of a reunion, especially after witnessing Kathryn and Daniel together again at the Asia Artist Awards held tonight at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan. On December 13, the duo demonstrated that they can still collaborate professionally despite their publicized breakup. #KathNiel #KathrynBernardo #DanielPadilla #BreakUp #ReUnite #Comeback #ExLovers #Lovers #Entertainment #Friday #EntertainmentFriday
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