Forbes has recently released it’s new list of the world’s richest men. For the first time someone from outside the U.S. lead the rankings in 16 years. This year’s leader is Mexico’s Carlos Slim, who outranked Warren Buffett and Bill Gates for the number one spot on Forbes magazine’s annual list of billionaires.
Slim at age 70 has a net worth of $53.5 billion dollars, a big jump from $18.5 billion dollars. He is famous for building a telecommunications empire after buying Mexico’s state-run phone monopoly two decades ago. Second place goes to good old Bill Gates, aged 54, chairman of Microsoft Corp. His net worth increased $13 billion to $53 billion. Buffett, now at 79 years old, chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., ranked third with his $47 billion net worth, with a rise of $10 billion.
With all that money, these guys can probably pick the best cars, or invest in prime properties. They can also check out extenze male enhancement to further develop their relationships. They can simply do whatever they want – to live the good life – and there is nothing wrong with that. However, I just hope though that they also think about charity, think about the people on the bottom part of the list – imagine how many people can be reached and helped with just a small percentage of what these guys have.
Yes it’s true, John Mayer is indeed coming to Manila. You can see the details here found on his website. Let me quote from his site:
“We are excited to announce shows for the first time ever in the Philippines and Spain! Following a two-night stand in Japan, the Battle Studies World Tour will travel to Manila, Philippines for a concert at SM MOA on May 16th. Ticketing information will be announced as it is available on the TOUR page.”
Now this is one event I am sure every musician will be excited about. I hope I can get good seats
I am not a fan of Pilipinas Got Talent. I honestly think they hurt more than they help, and the show has more awkward and unpleasant moments than good. But there are really some performance that is worth mentioning. Like the one below:
I have high respects for the man, who doesn’t know Andrew E? His songs are a part of my childhood, and I’m sure most of the people would say the same. It is sad to see though that the famous song’s lyrics is actually just a “Tagalized” version of “Find an Ugly Woman” by Cash Money Marvelous. I’m not sure if he claimed otherwise but I do remember finding the idea funny and original – but looks like it is not. See and hear for yourself and you be the judge.
News of another big Quake in a span of a few days… This time around Chile is struck by a deadly 8.8 magnitude earthquake. This is one of the strongest that the world has ever seen. I pray for the safety of the survivors there. For pictures and more details you can check the link below:
A magnitude 7.3 quake hit Japan’s southern island of Okinawa this Saturday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported, and because of that Japan’s weather agency issued a tsunami warning for up to 2 meters.
According to USGS, the quake struck at 5:31 a.m. on Saturday (2031 GMT on Friday) 52 miles east of the city of Naha, about 1,600 km (1,000 miles) south of Tokyo. The earthquake was measured to be at magnitude 6.9 by the Japan Meteorological Agency.
11 Year Old Gives Birth! This news shocked me. How can this happen to such a young girl? Little is known about her because she is protected by law to not have her name or her family’s name release. Some say she is from Texas while previous news says she’s from Missouri. The young mother released this statement, “My daughter and baby are fine, and the baby is absolutely beautiful.”
If you think that news is disturbing though then brace yourself for more disturbing news. Fox News reported that the 11 year old’s child’s father is none other than the stepdad. He allegedly started raping her at the age of six and as frequently as two or three times a week! The baby now is in the custody of Child Protection Services. The mother of the 11 year old denied having any knowledge of the situation and the young mother is said to be now living with relatives.
Watch the 11 year old gives birth news report.
The procession of the Black Nazarene is approaching. Here is the schedule.
Daily Novena masses – December 31, 2008 to January 8, 2009 – 5:45 PM
January 8
Healing Mass at 5 PM January 8 followed by the traditional “Pahalik sa mahal na Poong Nazareno” and vigil
January 9
A concelebrated mass by Manila Archbishop Gaudencio Rosales at 7 AM
Procession of the image of the Black Nazarene from Luneta to Quiapo Church at 8:30 AM
Black Nazarene Procession Route:
Quirino Grandstand at the Luneta (Rizal Park)
Burgos St. (in front of Manila City Hall and Mehan Graden)
McArthur Bridge
Plaza Lacson
Rizal Avenue (Avenida)
Claro M. Recto
Legarda (Mendiola),
Arlegui St.
Quezon Boulevard
Palanca St.
Villalobos
Plaza Miranda
Quiapo Church.
Regular Holidays
January 1 – New Year’s Day
April 1 – Maundy Thursday
April 2 – Good Friday
April 9 (Friday) – Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 – Labor Day
June 14 (Monday nearest June 12) – Independence Day
August 30 (Last Monday of August) – National Heroes’ Day
November 29 (Monday nearest November 30) – Bonifacio Day
December 25 (Saturday) – Christmas Day
December 27 (Monday nearest December 30) – Rizal Day
Special (Non-Working) Days
August 23 (Monday nearest August 21) – Ninoy Aquino Day
November 1 (Monday) – All Saints’ Day
December 24 (Friday) – Additional Special (Non-Working) Day
December 31 (Friday) – Last Day of the Year
Special Holiday (for all schools)
February 22 (Monday nearest February 25) – EDSA Revolution Anniversary
The UPCAT Results for school year 2010-2011 will be out soon.
The test is legendary as literally thousands of young hopefuls from all over the country have taken the test in the hope of studying at the most prestigious university in our country, University of the Philippines.
I, myself, have taken UPCAT more than a decade ago and until now I still remember it exactly as if it was only yesterday. I also remember how anxious I felt while waiting for the test results to come. I still had to go to UP then to personally check the results of the UPCAT.
For those who have taken the exam in the recent years you are so lucky to be able to access the results online.
The UPCAT Results for school year 2010-2011 is not out yet but keep your eyes and ears open as they will be posted anytime at the UPCAT website.
Everybody is waiting for the Day After Christmas Sale. For those who missed the Black Friday Sale last November, now is the time to shop, shop, shop! You will surely get the best bargain when you shop at this time – December 26th. Around this time, the stores are desperate to get rid of their stocks in time for some new ones for the new year.
You can get up to 90% discount at these stores: Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Sears, Victoria’s Secret, Macy’s and Apple Store for gadget lovers. You can also get enjoy the Day After Christmas Sale by shopping online. Check out the websites of your favorite online store and see what they offer.
Here are the Philippine Holidays for December 2009:
Dec. 24 – Christmas Eve - Special Holiday
Dec. 25 – Christmas Day - Regular Holiday
Dec. 30 – Rizal Day – Regular Holiday
Dec. 31 – New Year’s Eve – Special Holiday
Jan. 1 – New Year – Regular Holiday
Now you know the Philippine Holidays for December 2009. This means it’s time to plan how you will spend your vacation. But whatever you do do not forget why we are celebrating Christmas and devote some time to reflect on our Savior, Jesus Christ.
Richwell Trading’s annual Kidz Kraze Warehouse Sale has begun. For those who do not know, this is the sale is the Toy Sale that would not dissapoint you. It boasts up to 80% off on branded toys, shoes, and apparels. People literally flock to this event because the discounts are real and the toys are very good!
Here is a copy of Richwell Trading’s email:
Dear Friends,
Christmas is around the corner and we would like to invite you to our annual sale. It will be located in #6 Calle Industria, Libis , QC . Up to 80% off on branded childrens products – toys, baby products, shoes & clothes. Regular items will also be available with discounts.
Dates are from Nov 14, 20, 21, 27-29, Dec 4-6, Dec 11-13, Dec 18-20, Dec 21-23, from 9-6pm on Weekends, and 1-6pm on Weekdays. See flyer for more details.
Girls: Barbie, Polly Pocket, Dora, Arts & Crafts, Beados, RoseArt, Fruit Factory,etc. Boys: HotWheels, Matchbox, Bakugan, TechDeck, Battle Strikers, Spongebob, McFarlane, etc. Infant-Preschool: Vtech, Megabloks, Shelcore, Leapfrog, Baby Einstein, Kids II, K’s Kids, Noddy, Disney, Step2 Baby: Pigeon, Safety1st, Chicco, Babisil What’s New: Webkinz, Russ, First Act Music, Games, StarKidz, Bikes Shoes: Barbie, Chicco, HotWheels, Pokemon, Elle & OshKosh
Sale! Sale! With Christmas approaching stores are having sales everywhere! Converse is having its Mega Sale at the Megatrade Hall 2, 5th Level Megatrade Building B from December 3 to December 6, 2009.
So bring your husbands and enjoy up to 40% to 70% discount on Converse shoes.
I’m really scared now. It looks like Bagyong Santi(Mirinae) is really going to hit us directly in NCR and Rizal. See for yourself.
like Bagyong Santi is going to hit us directly here in Rizal.
Until now, there are still no signs of the incoming storm except for the clouds above. There’s no rain, no wind. Maybe this is what they call the calm before the storm. Here is what PAGASA has to say,
At 4:00 am today, the center of Typhoon “SANTI” (MIRINAE) {0921} was located based on satellite and surface data at 580 kms East Northeast of Infanta, Quezon (15.6°N, 127.2°E) with maximum sustained winds of 150 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 185 kph. It is moving West Southwest at 22 kph.
After the two previous storms that caused massive flooding, they say that this storm would likely to cause flooding too because the ground is still saturated with water and the dams are brimming full of water.
Here is the list of storm signals in the Philippines:
Signal No.3
(100-185 kph winds) Polillo Islands
Signal No. 2
(60-100 kph winds) Aurora
Quirino
Nueva Ecija
Bulacan
Tarlac
Zambales
Pampanga
Bataan
Rizal
Cavite
Laguna
Batangas
Lubang Is.
Quezon
Camarines Norte
Camarines Sur
Catanduanes
Metro Manila
Signal No. 1
(30-60 kph winds) Isabela
Ifugao
Nueva Vizcaya
Benguet
La Union
Pangasinan
Albay
Burias Is.
Sorsogon
Marinduque
Oriental Mindoro
Occidental Mindoro
Calamian Group
So if you are from Metro Manila, please be safe and prepared. They are even comparing Bagyong Santi with Milenyo. I just wish it goes away but I think there’s really no chance in that.
For the latest news update of Bagyong Santi, click here.
Typhoon Santi aka Mirinae according to Japan Meteorological Institute will hit the Philippines this Friday, October 31, 2009. As you can see at the picture of Santi’s probable path it is predicted to hit Metro Manila and the intensity could be “very strong.”
Here is PAGASA’s advisory about Typhoon Santi (Mirinae),
At 2:00 a.m. today, the center of Tropical Storm {0921} with an international name of “MIRINAE” was estimated based on satellite and surface data at 1,640 km East of Northern Luzon (16.0°N, 139.8°E) with maximum sustained winds of 85 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 100 kph. It is forecast to move West Northwest at 28 kph. Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) affecting Mindanao.
Typhoon Santi's probable path
<Forecast for 30/18 UTC>
Intensity
Very Strong
Center position of probability circle
N15°30′(15.5°)
E124°10′(124.2°)
Direction and speed of movement
W 20km/h(12kt)
Central pressure
940hPa
Maximum wind speed near the center
45m/s(85kt)
Maximum wind gust speed
60m/s(120kt)
Radius of probability circle
390km(210NM)
Storm warning area
Wide 540km(290NM)
As with any other forecasts, this is not final. Let’s hope Typhoon Santi (Mirinae) changes its path or gets weaker.
I have good news to all Globe, Smart, Sun, Touch Mobile, Sun Cellular, and Talk and Text Subcribers. The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has finally done it’s job and ordered these telecoms to extend the validity of loads. Continue Reading »
Have you heard about the DC Metro train accident? One Metro train crashed into the rear of another train last Monday evening. At least six people were killed and a number were injured as the front of one train jackknifed into the air and then crashed on top of the first train. Continue Reading »
Finally we are seeing technological advances in the field of Energy. The latest of these innovation is known as Bloom Box. It is equivalent to an entire power grid in a box with the added benefit of being earth friendly. Guests of the launch include industry giants like John Donahoe of eBay, Bill Simon of Walmart, Brian Kelly of Coca-Cola, and Google’s Larry Page. It is forecasted that there will be one box in each American home in 5 to 10 years!, wow.
Here are the technical specifications of the product.
LAJ, the distributor of LEGO toys in the Philippines is having its annual LEGO Sale! You can enjoy up to 60% discount on the toys you love.
like Bagyong Santi is going to hit us directly here in Rizal.
