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Top news for the day
Source: Manila Bulletin Online


NPC solons favor Villar
Majority of congressmen belonging to the Nationalist People’s Coalition (NPC) prefer Senator Manny Villar Jr. over Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. as their presidential candidate in next year’s elections, a stalwart of the NPC said Tuesday.

Greenbelt robbers had ready buyers for watches
The “Alvin Flores Armed Robbery Group” had ready buyers of their loot even before they perpetrated robberies, an NBI personnel revealed.

Tan-Torres takes over BIR
Senior Revenue Deputy Commissioner Joel Tan-Torres decided to take over the management and operation of the BIR following the sudden resignation of former revenue chief Sixto Esquivias.

Customs chief won’t quit despite collection shortfall
Customs officials in charge of revenue collection are unlikely to resign from their respective posts following the resignation of outgoing BIR Commissioner Sixto Esquivas IV.

Police quizzed on daylight robbery despite full alert
The NCRPO asked the Southern Police District Office (SPDO) why robbery suspects managed to conduct a broad daylight robbery along Roxas Blvd. last November 1.

Bad eating habits hit as diabetes cases rise
The increasing number of diabetics in the country prompted doctors to remind the public to reform their eating habits.

Angara wants Congress to pass bill strengthening party system
Senator Ed Angara pressed both the Senate and the House of Representatives to pass his proposed Political Party Development Act designed to strengthen the party system.

CHR.opposes LTO project
The Commission on Human Rights has stressed that it opposes the radio frequency information device (RFID) project of the Land Transportation Office (LTO), saying that the program violates human rights.

SC upholds CA decision on 2 school officials for negligence
The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Court of Appeals that found two ranking officials of the University of Life Foundation, Inc. (ULFI) personally liable for damages in the amount of P22.55 million for gross negligence in managing the corporate affairs of ULFI.

No ‘midnight sale’, Palace says
There is no “midnight sale” of government’s assets, Malacañang said on Tuesday.

Pinoy nurse lauded in Washington DC
The Philippine Embassy in Washington DC, USA lauded a Filipina who was chosen as one of this year’s student scholars of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA).


Showbiz Chika for the day
Source: GMA News.tv


Lovi Poe breaks up with boyfriend Jolo Revilla
Kinumpirma ni Lovi Poe, anak ng yumaong aktor na si Fernando Poe Jr., sa Startalk na break na sila ng boyfriend na si Jolo Revilla. Aminado rin siya na may kinalaman si Rosanna Roces, ina ng...

Founder of Dead Poets Society visits bards' graves
On the big screen, the leader of the Dead Poets Society at an all-boys prep school was an inspirational teacher played by Robin Williams.

iGMA: Kapuso star tricksters
This Halloween, we're revealing the naughty side of our Kapuso stars. Find out who they'll trick if given the chance, and how. Of course, may mga Kapuso stars din na sadyang nice the whole...

Nicole Richie gets protection from paparazzi
A judge on Friday granted Nicole Richie's request for a temporary restraining order against Eduardo Arrivabene, who caused a car accident involving her in Beverly Hills earlier this month.

Survivor Philippines Palau: City Hall hunk fails to enter Top 5
Mula sa labing-anim, lima na lang ngayon ang natitirang castaways ng Survivor Philippines: Palau pagkatapos mapatalsik sa pinakahuling Tribal Council ang Manila City Hall employee na si Shaun...

Judge orders 3 to trial in Anna Nicole drug case
LOS ANGELES – Three key players in the troubled world of Playboy model Anna Nicole Smith were ordered Friday to stand trial after a hearing that plumbed the drug-fueled depths of her final years...

'AI' host Ryan Seacrest gets restraining order
A judge granted "American Idol" host Ryan Seacrest a temporary restraining order against a man arrested on suspicion of stalking the radio and television host outside his workplace on Friday.

Rapper releases video directed by Heath Ledger
SYDNEY – An Australian rapper who was a boyhood friend of Heath Ledger has released a music video the star directed shortly before his death.


Da who for today
Source: Wikipedia

Marvic Castelo Sotto a.k.a. Vernon (born April 28, 1954), also known as Vic Sotto, is a Filipino actor, host, comedian, and film producer working for GMA Network and stars on noon-time variety show Eat Bulaga!. He is known all throughout the industry as Bossing (an eponym for "the Boss"). He has won three consecutive titles for Philippine Box Office King (2004, 2005, and 2006).

Personal life
Vic Sotto, who had his formal education at Colegio de San Juan de Letran, was previously married to actress Dina Bonnevie with whom he had 2 children, Danica and Oyo. Among those linked to Sotto in his colorful lovelife were actresses Coney Reyes and Angela Luz, with which he bore Vico and Paulina, respectively. He also dated Olympian Christine Jacob. He is engaged with TV host and actress Pia Guanio.

As a musician
Sotto started his career as a folk singer and guitarist. He then joined his brothers Tito, Val in a gag show "OK Lang" under IBC TV Network. During these years, the talented Vic Sotto is also the lead vocalist of the disco funk band VST & Company. Producing songs like "Ipagpatawad Mo", "Awitin Mo at Isasayaw Ko", “Rock, Baby, Rock" with his lifetime friend Joey de Leon. He also composed "Kung Sakali" it is now later revived by Asia's Songwriter Ogie Alcasid.

TVJ
He then joined his brothers Tito, Val in a gag show back in the early 1970s “OK Lang” under IBC 13. This is where he met another comedian Joey de Leon. Joey became a co-host of about to be axed weekly variety show Discorama (GMA Network) and eventually invited the brothers to join him. The trio of Tito, Vic and Joey (TVJ) was born. Vic is the V of the trio. They were cast with more shows like Iskul Bukol and Eat Bulaga!, TVJ: Television's Jesters, Rock and Roll 2000 and countless movies.

Sidekick Appearance
Vic Sotto had appeared with a side-kick with the blockbusters biggest names in movie actors like: Chiquito Pangan† (Mang Kepweng), Panchito Alba† (Smith & Wesson), Francis Magalona† (Iputok Mo, Dadapa Ako), Vilma Santos (Rock Baby Rock & Doctor Doctor We Are Sick), Richard Gomez (Fly Me To The Moon), Aga Muhlach (Super Wan Tu Tri), Herbert Bautista (Working Boys), Gary Valenciano (Horsey, Horsey....Tigidig, Tigidig), Benjie Paras (Iskul Bukol 20 Years After), Nino Muhlach, Dina Bonevie (Hindi Pa Tapos Ang Labada, Darling), Coney Reyes (Biyuda Si Daddy, Biyuda Si Mommy), Joey De Leon (Smith & Wesson & Sam & Miguel), Ryan Agoncillo (Iskul Bukol 20 Years After), Kristine Hermosa (Engteng Kabisote 1 to 4), Alice Dixson (Si Malakas At Si Maganda & Okey Ka Fairy Ko The Movie), Rosanna Roces (Basta't Ikaw, Nanininig Pa), Kris Aquino (My Funny Valentine), Alma Moreno (Twist), Christine Jacob (Ang Kuya Kong Siga), Michael V. (Ano Ba Yan, & 'D Sisters), Philip Salvador (Tunay Na Kaibigan, Walang Iwanan....Peksman) & The Comedy King Dolphy (Dobol Trobol).
International superstars along with Vic Sotto are Cynthia Luster (Once Upon A Time In Manila) & Paula Taylor (Love Online)


Gospel for the day
Source: The Daily Gospel Online


Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 14:25-33.

Great crowds were traveling with him, and he turned and addressed them,If any one comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple.Whoever does not carry his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple. Which of you wishing to construct a tower does not first sit down and calculate the cost to see if there is enough for its completion? Otherwise, after laying the foundation and finding himself unable to finish the work the onlookers should laugh at him and say, 'This one began to build but did not have the resources to finish.' Or what king marching into battle would not first sit down and decide whether with ten thousand troops he can successfully oppose another king advancing upon him with twenty thousand troops? But if not, while he is still far away, he will send a delegation to ask for peace terms. In the same way, everyone of you who does not renounce all his possessions cannot be my disciple.



Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online

regimen • \REJ-uh-mun\ • noun
*1 : a systematic course of treatment or training
2 : government, rule
3 : a government in power : regime

Example Sentence:
Sherry’s personal trainer at the gym started her on a workout regimen of 30 minutes on the treadmill followed by 30 minutes of weight training.

Did you know?
We borrowed "regimen" straight from Latin, spelling and all -- but in Latin, the word simply meant "rule" or "government." In English, it usually refers to a system of rules or guidelines, often for living a healthy life or taking a regular dose of exercise. The Latin "regimen" derives from another Latin word, the verb "regere," which means "to lead straight" or "to rule." If you trace straight back from "regere," you'll find that "regimen" has plenty of lexical kin, including "correct," "erect," "region," "rule," and "surge." If you are using the "training" sense of "regimen," be careful not to confuse the word with "regiment," another "regere" descendant, which is used for a military unit.


Lesson for the day
Source: Emerick Valenzuela from Sydney, Australia

THE DIFFERENCE

The difference between the poor countries and the rich ones is not the age of the country:
This can be shown by countries like India & Egypt , that are more than 2000 years old, but are poor.
On the other hand, Canada , Australia & New Zealand , that 150 years ago were inexpressive, today are developed countries, and are rich.

The difference between poor & rich countries does not reside in the available natural resources.
Japan has a limited territory, 80% mountainous, inadequate for agriculture & cattle raising, but it is the second world economy. The country is like an immense floating factory, importing raw materials from the whole world and exporting manufactured products.

Another example is Switzerland, which does not plant cocoa but has the best chocolate in the world. In its little territory they raise animals and plant the soil during 4 months per year. Not enough, they produce dairy products of the best quality! It is a small country that transmits an image of security, order & labour, which made it the world's strongest, safest place.

Executives from rich countries who communicate with their counterparts in poor countries show that there is no significant intellectual difference.

Race or skin colour are also not important: immigrants labelled lazy in their countries of origin are the productive power in rich European countries.

What is the difference then?

The difference is the attitude of the people, framed along the years by the education & the culture & flawed tradition.

On analyzing the behavior of the people in rich & developed countries, we find that the great majority follow the following principles in their lives:
1. Ethics, as a basic principle.
2. Integrity.
3. Responsibility.
4. Respect to the laws & rules.
5. Respect to the rights of other citizens.
6. Work loving.
7. Strive for savings & investment.
8. Will of super action.
9. Punctuality.
10. and of course...Discipline

In poor countries, only a minority follow these basic principles in their daily life.

The Philippines is not poor because we lack natural resources or because nature was cruel to us. In fact, we are supposedly rich in natural resources.

We are poor because we lack the correct attitude. We lack the will to comply with and teach these functional principles of rich & developed societies.



Joke for the day
Source: Art’s Funbox

Wrong number

Inday: Hello?
Lalake: Hello. Amo mo to. Andyan ba ate mo?
Inday: Nasa kwarto po.
Lalake: Ano ginagawa?
Inday: Di ko po alam eh pero kasama niya bf niya.
Lalake: BF? May BF siya? Kelan pa?
Inday: Matagal na po.
Lalake: Ganito. Sa ilalim ng hagdanan, may baril. Kunin mo yung baril ngayon din.
(Kinuha ni Inday yung baril)
Inday: Nakuha ko na po yung baril.
Lalake: Ok. Akyat ka sa kwarto ng ate mo at barilin mo siya at yung BF niya.
Inday: Ok po. (Umakyat si Inday at binaril yung babae at yung BF niya)
Inday: Binaril ko na po silang dalawa.
Lalake: Ok. Kunin mo yung mga bangkay nila. Ibalot mo sa dyaryo at itapon mo sa swimming pool.
Inday: Swimming pool?
Lalake: Oo. Yung swimming pool sa bakod natin.
Inday: Wala naman po tayong swimming pool ah.
Lalake: ...
Inday: ...
Lalake: Marites?
Inday: Hindi po. Inday po pangalan ko.
Lalake: Is this 833-1212?
Inday: Wrong number po!