Monthly Archives: February 2008

wikiPilipinas.org: The Wiki for Filipinos and Filipinas Worldwide

This is a revised version of the press release for media outlets outside the Philippines that I had sent out on February 29, 2008. Calling all Filipina bloggers worldwide! Join FilipinaImages.com’s collaborative project with wikiPilipinas.org, the “Filipina Stories” Writing Contest, … Continue reading

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Larry Formalejo: In His Own Words

MY OPINION I thought about this quote when I first heard the news about Larry Formalejo. “There are things known and there are things unknown, and in between are the doors of perception.” (by Aldous Huxley, English Novelist and Critic, … Continue reading

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Patrizio Buanne, the Italian singer who evokes Romance

Here is a treat for Valentine’s Day: The music of Patrizio Buanne, as introduced to me by Jacquie Lingad-Ricci of San Francisco, California. Jacquie Lingad-Ricci loves Italian pop music so much that during our brainstorming sessions, she takes the time … Continue reading

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The Story of Stuff: Educating Us About The Underbelly of Unsustainable Production and Consumption Practices

“More time to buy stuff yet less time for things that make us happy.” These were the words that resonated with me as Annie Leonard guided us in her 20-minute online presentation, “The Story of Stuff.” Part 1 of this … Continue reading

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Introducing BisayaBulletin.com to Cebuano and other Bisaya-speaking friends

Vintage photos of OLD CEBU can be found at BisayaBulletin.com. Trainers at their post during the Inaugural Celebration of the Cebu Capitol Building, Cebu City. June 4, 1938. Photos taken by Dr. Mamerto Escano (provided by Fred Umabong), as seen … Continue reading

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Ramiele Malubay: Filipina is Season 7′s American Idol contender

February 2008: Simon Cowell was outvoted by Paula and Randy during Ramiele’s audition. Ramiele Malubay, this petite, talented Filipina American, is someone to watch out for. If you feel Ramiele deserves our votes, go ahead — and cheer for her … Continue reading

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Renaldo Lapuz talks about his American Idol audition with Simon Cowell

When I first saw the YouTube video clip of 44-year old Renaldo Lapuz’s “Gladiator” themed appearance for his American Idol audition, I went through a gamut of emotions. Incredulity, amusement, embarrassment, and then — appreciation. You see, Simon Cowell (and … Continue reading

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Support a Filipino-owned business: Manuel Ramirez launches Chill! Berry Frozen Yogurt in San Jose, CA

Move over, PinkBerry! Manuel Ramirez’s Chill! Berry at the Lollicup Tea Zone in the San Francisco Bay Area is a Filipino-owned business — and we’re here FIRST! Please join Manuel at his grand launch on February 4, 2008. Chill with … Continue reading

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