WHEN MY mother learned that I was going to Tuanadatu she expressed her concern. “Isn’t it a dangerous place to go to?” she asked. “The military will be escorting us,” I reassured her as I was preparing my backpack. I completely understood my mother’s worry. It was only a few ...
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FOR THE first time, comics enthusiasts and artists gathered at Robinson's Place GenSan for the First Arts, Comics, and Toys Convention (1st ACT), an activity that inspired and showcased opportunities for local visual artists. Known Pinoy comics artists, such as Harvey Tolibao, who has worked for Marvel and DC Comics, graced ...
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SINCE TEAM BUNDOL Mountaineers started the EcoTrek in 2011, we have always had in mind that our ultimate goal is the protection of the natural wealth. When we conducted the 2nd EcoTrek on November 27-28, 2012, our desire to take our actions a level higher has intensified. Similar to what we ...
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IF YOU took your social studies a little bit seriously or if you are paying attention to what's going on around you, you should know that Marikina City is the shoe capital of the Philippines. In fact, the city holds the World Record for the largest pair of shoes. More ...
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I AM very sure; SM City GenSan will be awash with people today. Why not? The country's favorite shopping mall is opening in GenSan. I was lucky to have been given the chance to enter the mall a day before it opens. And here is what I have to say. 1. SM ...
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JOEY AYALA has influenced not only my appreciation for our local cultural heritage through music but my overall perspective about our country and our world. I sang his songs and danced to his music back in high school. And I am sure, I am not alone in this. His one ...
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APRIL 13 was a big day for Baranggay Datal Anggas, the farthest barangay in my hometown, Alabel, Sarangani Province. No, not because it was Friday the 13th (blood was shed, though (there was a mass circumcision courtesy of the municipal health office)) but because it was the 24th Foundation Anniversary ...
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I PLANNED to spend the Holy Week at home. I had plenty of reasons for not wanting to go anywhere, but the night before the EcoTrek to Lake Holon in T'boli, South Cotabato, something pushed me to join my group, Team Bundol Mountaineers, in what was going to be one ...
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SUMMER WILL be sizzling hot again in Sarangani Province as we celebrate this year's Sarangani Bay Festival on May 18 and 19. The white sand beaches of Gumasa in the municipality of Glan will again teem with beach lovers and adventure seekers as the local tourism council lay out outdoor activities ...
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I STARTED April with an enjoyable outdoor activity with friends who share the same interests with me. GenSan Run Club active member and fellow photography enthusiast Marvin de Asis invited me and 17 others to a Fun Run to Lake Beto in my hometown, Alabel. We ran the trail from the ...
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AFTER EXPERIENCING a devastating flood in June this year, Cotabato City portrays an image of hope as it celebrates its 13th Shariff Kabunsuan Festival from December 3-19, 2011. Enveloped by a shadow of fear, Cotabato City has always had the difficulty in attracting tourists. When I visited Cotabato City for the ...
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THE SPIRIT of Christmas has just arrived in Alabel. My humble town annually holds a Light-a-Tree competition to bring fanfare to the our celebration of Christmas. Each year, it draws the townspeople to the municipal plaza to witness the creative arrangement of lights and artworks and to spend time with family ...
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