Top news for the day
Source: Manila Bulletin Online
Villar rallies support for RP’s creative industry
Senator Manny Villar urged the Senate committee on trade and commerce headed by Senator Mar Roxas and other committees to conduct an inquiry on the plight of the Philippines’ creative industry to promote its growth and development.
Nograles airs view on GMA plan for next year
Speaker Prospero Nograles is not supporting a proposal for the ruling Lakas-Kampi-CMD to field President Arroyo as its vice presidential bet, saying that the chief executive should be left alone in deciding her political future.
PNP to investigate SMC, Puregold bombings
Police authorities will focus on the investigation and pursue all leads that will help expedite the identification and arrests of the suspects in the twin explosions that occurred early Monday morning.
Transport group backs Erap 2010 bid
Transport group Pasang Masda jeep declared on Tuesday their nationwide support behind former President Joseph Estrada’s quest for a fresh mandate in the May 2010 presidential elections.
‘Fuel shortage artificial’
Not everyone is buying the story of a looming fuel supply shortage being peddled by the country’s oil companies which claimed they have been financially bleeding because of the price freeze on oil products ordered by Malacañang.
‘Pacquiao’s Resort’ rises in Boracay
What island folk here thought and called “Pacquiao’s Resort” is not after all owned by Filipino boxing champion Manny Pacquiao.
10 e-jeepneys ply major routes in Makati
Makati City played host to 10 electric jeeps (e-jeepneys) that transported passengers along major routes in the Central Business District.
Russia needs workers for oil industry — POEA
Russia is in need of skilled workers for its oil and gas industries, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) said on Tuesday.
Canadian official to visit Manila
The Canadian Embassy in Manila announced that Canadian International Trade Minister Stockwell Day, Canadian Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, will be in Manila on Friday.
Seven recruitment firms shut down
Vice President Noli de Castro vowed that more illegal recruitment agencies will fall into the hands of the law after authorities recently shut down seven placement firms.
9 days left for parties to choose 2010 candidates
The Comelec said that political parties have only nine days left to hold political convention to select and nominate official party candidates for all elective positions at stake in the May 2010 automated polls.
Showbiz Chika for the day
Source: GMA News.tv
iGMA: Dingdong Dantes believes in StarStruck V
After two years, magbabalik na ang 'StarStruck' sa weekend primetime ng GMA-7--and to restart the hot
test reality artista search, original 'StarStruck' host Dingdong Dantes makes a...
iGMA: Nadine says she’s ready to face challenges in Tinik sa Dibdib
Sa pagkawala ni Sunshine Dizon sa Tinik sa Dibdib, nabigyan ng big break si Nadine Samonte upang ipagpatuloy ang lead role sa series. Ano ang nararamdaman niya sa challenge na ibinigay sa kanya ng...
Survivor Philippines Palau: Chef Mika's journey has finally come to an end
Credited for masterminding some of the biggest surprises in the Tribal Council, chef and restaurant owner Mika Batchelor's journey in Survivor Philippines: Palau has finally come to an end....
Aljur and Kris: ‘Hindi pa ba obvious?’
Patuloy ang pag-iinit ng love team nina Kris Bernal at Aljur Abrenica dahil muli na naman silang pagsasamahin ng GMA-7 sa isang bonggang telefantasya na may working title na The Last Prince.
Jackson dad seeks stipend from son's estate
LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's father is seeking an allowance from his son's estate to help cover expenses that exceed $15,000 a month, according to court documents filed Friday.
Rihanna: Chris Brown 'had no soul in his eyes'
NEW YORK – Rihanna on Friday described the horror she felt as her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown was biting and punching her during a violent argument in February, saying she saw "no soul in his eyes."
Da who for today
Source: Wikipedia
Ingvar Feodor Kamprad (born March 30, 1926) is a Swedish entrepreneur who is the founder of the home furnishing retail chain IKEA. As of 2009 he is the richest person in Europe and the 5th wealthiest person in the world according to Forbes magazine, with an estimated net worth of around US$22 b
illion.
Early life
Ingvar Kamprad was born in Pjätteryd in Älmhult Municipality and grew up on a farm called Elmtaryd (now spelled Älmtaryd), near the small village of Agunnaryd in Ljungby Municipality in the province of Småland, Sweden.
Career
Kamprad began to develop a business as a young boy, selling matches to neighbors from his bicycle. He found that he could buy matches in bulk very cheaply from Stockholm, sell them individually at a low price and still make a good profit. From matches, he expanded to selling fish, Christmas tree decorations, seeds and later ballpoint pens and pencils. When Kamprad was 17, his father gave him a reward for succeeding in his studies . He used this money to establish what has grown into IKEA.
The acronym IKEA is made up of the initials of his name (Ingvar Kamprad) plus those of Elmtaryd, the family farm where he was born; and the nearby village Agunnaryd.
Kamprad has admitted that his dyslexia played a large part in the inner workings of the company. For example, the Swedish-sounding names of the furniture sold by IKEA were originally chosen by Kamprad because he had difficulty remembering numeral stock-keeping units.
Kamprad has lived in Epalinges, Switzerland since 1976. According to an interview with TSR, the French language Swiss TV broadcaster, Kamprad drives a 15 year old Volvo, flies only economy class, and encourages IKEA employees to always write on both sides of a paper. In addition Kamprad has been known to visit IKEA for a cheap meal. He is also known to buy Christmas paper and presents in the post-Christmas sales. While Kamprad's frugality is well documented, it is also an important part of the carefully managed image presented to IKEA employees and the general public. He less frequently mentions that he owns a villa in an upmarket part of Switzerland, a large country estate in Sweden and a vineyard in Provence in France or that he drove a Porsche for several years.
While working with furniture manufacturers in Poland earlier in his career, Kamprad became an alcoholic. He has however stated that his drinking is now under control.
Net worth
According to Swedish business weekly Veckans Affärer, he is the wealthiest person in the world. This report is based on the assumption that Kamprad owns the entire company, an approach that both IKEA and the Kamprad family reject. Kamprad personally retains little ownership in the company, having transferred his interest to Stichting INGKA Foundation and INGKA Holding as part of a complex tax sheltering scheme that leaves his actual degree of control vague.
As of March 2005, the sliding value of the U.S. dollar put Kamprad ahead as the richest person in the world in another report. In March 2009, Forbes magazine estimated his fortune at US$22 billion, making him the 5th richest person in the world.
Gospel for the day
Source: The Daily Gospel Online
Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 17:11-19.
As he continued his journey to Jerusalem, he traveled through Samaria and Galilee.As he was entering a village, ten lepers met (him). They stood at a distance from him and raised their voice, saying, "Jesus, Master! Have pity on us!" And when he saw them, he said, "Go show yourselves to the priests." As they were going they were cleansed.
And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him. He was a Samaritan. Jesus said in reply, "Ten were cleansed, were they not? Where are the other nine? Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?" Then he said to him, "Stand up and go; your faith has saved you."
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
rectify • \REK-tuh-fye\ • verb
*1 : to set right : remedy
2 : to purify (as alcohol) especially by repeated or fractional distillation
3 : to correct by removing errors : adjust
Example Sentence:
The night before the Web site was to go live, the programmers worked frantically to rectify several unresolved security problems.
Did you know?
Which of the following words does not share its ancestry with "rectify"?
1) direct 2) regimen 3) obstruct 4) correct 5) resurrection
Like "rectify," four of these words ultimately come from Latin "regere," which can mean "to lead straight," "to direct," or "to rule." "Correct" and "direct" come from "regere" via Latin "corrigere" and "dirigere," respectively. "Resurrection" comes from Latin "resurgere," whose stem "surgere," meaning "to rise," is a combination of "sub-" and "regere." "Regimen" is from Latin "regimen" ("position of authority," "direction," "set of rules"), itself from "regere." And "rectify" is from "regere" by way of Latin "rectus" ("right"). "Obstruct" is the only one of the set above that has no relation to "rectify." It traces back to Latin "struere," meaning "to build" or "to heap up."
Lesson for the day
Source: Healthcastle.com
10 Tips for easy weight loss
Tip 1: Find out how many calories you need
For instance, you weigh 140 lb and you perform 20 mins of moderate activity every day. BMR of this example = (140 x 15) + (20 x 3.5) = 2100 + 70 = 2170 kcal. BMR minus 500kcal; it would be 2170 - 500 = 1670 kcal. Therefore 1670 kcal is the target in this example to losing 1 lb per week.
Tip 2: Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day
Fruits and vegetables are packed with beneficial fibers, vitamins and antioxidants. They fill up your stomach fast so you feel full earlier. They are also low in calories and helps to keep your calorie count low.
Tip 3: Watch for Portion Size
One serving of pasta means 1/2 cup of cooked pasta. However, most restaurants serve a pasta dish with 4 servings of pasta!!! You do not need to finish and clean off the plate every time. You can simply ask to take home the leftover.
Tip 4: Do not Skip Meals
Eating small frequent meals help to balance your calorie intake throughout the day and also keeps your blood sugar level balanced. Instead of eating 3 big meals, try to eat 5 - 6 smaller meals throughout the day.
Tip 5: Go for wholesome fresh foods
If possible, purchase fresh foods and avoid package (processed) and convenient foods such as fast food. Packaged and convenient foods are often higher in sodium and fat content. Many people we spoke to are amazed that they can easily lose weight by packing a home-cooked lunch to work instead of eating out.
Tip 6: Don't be overly-restrictive
Everyone has his or her favorite treats. Simply allow yourself a little indulgence, but watch out for the frequency and the quantity. Having a small treat once in a while can be rewarding to your weight loss experience. Cutting too much of your favorite treats usually lead to an early relapse.
Tip 7: Understand Food Claims and Labels
A product labelled with a fat-free claim does not mean that it is low in calories. Similarly a product labelled as low-sugar or low-carb does not mean it is low in fat or calories. Always read the nutrition label on the packaging.
Tip 8: Watch for the sugary drinks
Juices, soda, cream & sugar in your coffee or tea all add up. Opt for drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day. In addition to providing hydration to your body, it will also help you feel full.
Tip 9: Keep a food journal
Keeping a food journal helps you pin point your eating pattern and will enable you to easily modify it. If possible, have your Registered Dietitian review your journal.
Tip 10: Exercise, period
Most authorities recommend 30 - 60 minutes of physical activity a day to stay healthy. Also try adding weight-bearing exercises at least 2 times a week. This will help burn some of the unwanted calories.
Joke for the day
Source: Art’s Funbox
On the deck of ship:
An American threw his cellphone to the sea…
Pinoy: Oh sayang!
American: there are lots of cellphone in the US.
Japanese threw his laptop to the sea…
Pinoy: What the?!
Japanese: Oh there are lots of it in Japan
Pinoy was silent because he has nothing to brag about..
Then a Korean came to join them…
Pinoy pushed him to the sea…
Japanese & American: Oh my God! Why did you pushed him?
Pinoy: Its okay, there are lots of Koreans in the Philippines!
Source: Manila Bulletin Online
Villar rallies support for RP’s creative industry
Senator Manny Villar urged the Senate committee on trade and commerce headed by Senator Mar Roxas and other committees to conduct an inquiry on the plight of the Philippines’ creative industry to promote its growth and development.
Nograles airs view on GMA plan for next year
Speaker Prospero Nograles is not supporting a proposal for the ruling Lakas-Kampi-CMD to field President Arroyo as its vice presidential bet, saying that the chief executive should be left alone in deciding her political future.
PNP to investigate SMC, Puregold bombings
Police authorities will focus on the investigation and pursue all leads that will help expedite the identification and arrests of the suspects in the twin explosions that occurred early Monday morning.
Transport group backs Erap 2010 bid
Transport group Pasang Masda jeep declared on Tuesday their nationwide support behind former President Joseph Estrada’s quest for a fresh mandate in the May 2010 presidential elections.
‘Fuel shortage artificial’
Not everyone is buying the story of a looming fuel supply shortage being peddled by the country’s oil companies which claimed they have been financially bleeding because of the price freeze on oil products ordered by Malacañang.
‘Pacquiao’s Resort’ rises in Boracay
What island folk here thought and called “Pacquiao’s Resort” is not after all owned by Filipino boxing champion Manny Pacquiao.
10 e-jeepneys ply major routes in Makati
Makati City played host to 10 electric jeeps (e-jeepneys) that transported passengers along major routes in the Central Business District.
Russia needs workers for oil industry — POEA
Russia is in need of skilled workers for its oil and gas industries, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) said on Tuesday.
Canadian official to visit Manila
The Canadian Embassy in Manila announced that Canadian International Trade Minister Stockwell Day, Canadian Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, will be in Manila on Friday.
Seven recruitment firms shut down
Vice President Noli de Castro vowed that more illegal recruitment agencies will fall into the hands of the law after authorities recently shut down seven placement firms.
9 days left for parties to choose 2010 candidates
The Comelec said that political parties have only nine days left to hold political convention to select and nominate official party candidates for all elective positions at stake in the May 2010 automated polls.
Showbiz Chika for the day
Source: GMA News.tv
iGMA: Dingdong Dantes believes in StarStruck V
After two years, magbabalik na ang 'StarStruck' sa weekend primetime ng GMA-7--and to restart the hot
test reality artista search, original 'StarStruck' host Dingdong Dantes makes a...iGMA: Nadine says she’s ready to face challenges in Tinik sa Dibdib
Sa pagkawala ni Sunshine Dizon sa Tinik sa Dibdib, nabigyan ng big break si Nadine Samonte upang ipagpatuloy ang lead role sa series. Ano ang nararamdaman niya sa challenge na ibinigay sa kanya ng...
Survivor Philippines Palau: Chef Mika's journey has finally come to an end
Credited for masterminding some of the biggest surprises in the Tribal Council, chef and restaurant owner Mika Batchelor's journey in Survivor Philippines: Palau has finally come to an end....
Aljur and Kris: ‘Hindi pa ba obvious?’
Patuloy ang pag-iinit ng love team nina Kris Bernal at Aljur Abrenica dahil muli na naman silang pagsasamahin ng GMA-7 sa isang bonggang telefantasya na may working title na The Last Prince.
Jackson dad seeks stipend from son's estate
LOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson's father is seeking an allowance from his son's estate to help cover expenses that exceed $15,000 a month, according to court documents filed Friday.
Rihanna: Chris Brown 'had no soul in his eyes'
NEW YORK – Rihanna on Friday described the horror she felt as her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown was biting and punching her during a violent argument in February, saying she saw "no soul in his eyes."
Da who for today
Source: Wikipedia
Ingvar Feodor Kamprad (born March 30, 1926) is a Swedish entrepreneur who is the founder of the home furnishing retail chain IKEA. As of 2009 he is the richest person in Europe and the 5th wealthiest person in the world according to Forbes magazine, with an estimated net worth of around US$22 b
illion.Early life
Ingvar Kamprad was born in Pjätteryd in Älmhult Municipality and grew up on a farm called Elmtaryd (now spelled Älmtaryd), near the small village of Agunnaryd in Ljungby Municipality in the province of Småland, Sweden.
Career
Kamprad began to develop a business as a young boy, selling matches to neighbors from his bicycle. He found that he could buy matches in bulk very cheaply from Stockholm, sell them individually at a low price and still make a good profit. From matches, he expanded to selling fish, Christmas tree decorations, seeds and later ballpoint pens and pencils. When Kamprad was 17, his father gave him a reward for succeeding in his studies . He used this money to establish what has grown into IKEA.
The acronym IKEA is made up of the initials of his name (Ingvar Kamprad) plus those of Elmtaryd, the family farm where he was born; and the nearby village Agunnaryd.
Kamprad has admitted that his dyslexia played a large part in the inner workings of the company. For example, the Swedish-sounding names of the furniture sold by IKEA were originally chosen by Kamprad because he had difficulty remembering numeral stock-keeping units.
Kamprad has lived in Epalinges, Switzerland since 1976. According to an interview with TSR, the French language Swiss TV broadcaster, Kamprad drives a 15 year old Volvo, flies only economy class, and encourages IKEA employees to always write on both sides of a paper. In addition Kamprad has been known to visit IKEA for a cheap meal. He is also known to buy Christmas paper and presents in the post-Christmas sales. While Kamprad's frugality is well documented, it is also an important part of the carefully managed image presented to IKEA employees and the general public. He less frequently mentions that he owns a villa in an upmarket part of Switzerland, a large country estate in Sweden and a vineyard in Provence in France or that he drove a Porsche for several years.
While working with furniture manufacturers in Poland earlier in his career, Kamprad became an alcoholic. He has however stated that his drinking is now under control.
Net worth
According to Swedish business weekly Veckans Affärer, he is the wealthiest person in the world. This report is based on the assumption that Kamprad owns the entire company, an approach that both IKEA and the Kamprad family reject. Kamprad personally retains little ownership in the company, having transferred his interest to Stichting INGKA Foundation and INGKA Holding as part of a complex tax sheltering scheme that leaves his actual degree of control vague.
As of March 2005, the sliding value of the U.S. dollar put Kamprad ahead as the richest person in the world in another report. In March 2009, Forbes magazine estimated his fortune at US$22 billion, making him the 5th richest person in the world.
Gospel for the day
Source: The Daily Gospel Online
Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 17:11-19.
As he continued his journey to Jerusalem, he traveled through Samaria and Galilee.As he was entering a village, ten lepers met (him). They stood at a distance from him and raised their voice, saying, "Jesus, Master! Have pity on us!" And when he saw them, he said, "Go show yourselves to the priests." As they were going they were cleansed.
And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him. He was a Samaritan. Jesus said in reply, "Ten were cleansed, were they not? Where are the other nine? Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God?" Then he said to him, "Stand up and go; your faith has saved you."
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
rectify • \REK-tuh-fye\ • verb
*1 : to set right : remedy
2 : to purify (as alcohol) especially by repeated or fractional distillation
3 : to correct by removing errors : adjust
Example Sentence:
The night before the Web site was to go live, the programmers worked frantically to rectify several unresolved security problems.
Did you know?
Which of the following words does not share its ancestry with "rectify"?
1) direct 2) regimen 3) obstruct 4) correct 5) resurrection
Like "rectify," four of these words ultimately come from Latin "regere," which can mean "to lead straight," "to direct," or "to rule." "Correct" and "direct" come from "regere" via Latin "corrigere" and "dirigere," respectively. "Resurrection" comes from Latin "resurgere," whose stem "surgere," meaning "to rise," is a combination of "sub-" and "regere." "Regimen" is from Latin "regimen" ("position of authority," "direction," "set of rules"), itself from "regere." And "rectify" is from "regere" by way of Latin "rectus" ("right"). "Obstruct" is the only one of the set above that has no relation to "rectify." It traces back to Latin "struere," meaning "to build" or "to heap up."
Lesson for the day
Source: Healthcastle.com
10 Tips for easy weight loss
Tip 1: Find out how many calories you need
For instance, you weigh 140 lb and you perform 20 mins of moderate activity every day. BMR of this example = (140 x 15) + (20 x 3.5) = 2100 + 70 = 2170 kcal. BMR minus 500kcal; it would be 2170 - 500 = 1670 kcal. Therefore 1670 kcal is the target in this example to losing 1 lb per week.
Tip 2: Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day
Fruits and vegetables are packed with beneficial fibers, vitamins and antioxidants. They fill up your stomach fast so you feel full earlier. They are also low in calories and helps to keep your calorie count low.
Tip 3: Watch for Portion Size
One serving of pasta means 1/2 cup of cooked pasta. However, most restaurants serve a pasta dish with 4 servings of pasta!!! You do not need to finish and clean off the plate every time. You can simply ask to take home the leftover.
Tip 4: Do not Skip Meals
Eating small frequent meals help to balance your calorie intake throughout the day and also keeps your blood sugar level balanced. Instead of eating 3 big meals, try to eat 5 - 6 smaller meals throughout the day.
Tip 5: Go for wholesome fresh foods
If possible, purchase fresh foods and avoid package (processed) and convenient foods such as fast food. Packaged and convenient foods are often higher in sodium and fat content. Many people we spoke to are amazed that they can easily lose weight by packing a home-cooked lunch to work instead of eating out.
Tip 6: Don't be overly-restrictive
Everyone has his or her favorite treats. Simply allow yourself a little indulgence, but watch out for the frequency and the quantity. Having a small treat once in a while can be rewarding to your weight loss experience. Cutting too much of your favorite treats usually lead to an early relapse.
Tip 7: Understand Food Claims and Labels
A product labelled with a fat-free claim does not mean that it is low in calories. Similarly a product labelled as low-sugar or low-carb does not mean it is low in fat or calories. Always read the nutrition label on the packaging.
Tip 8: Watch for the sugary drinks
Juices, soda, cream & sugar in your coffee or tea all add up. Opt for drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day. In addition to providing hydration to your body, it will also help you feel full.
Tip 9: Keep a food journal
Keeping a food journal helps you pin point your eating pattern and will enable you to easily modify it. If possible, have your Registered Dietitian review your journal.
Tip 10: Exercise, period
Most authorities recommend 30 - 60 minutes of physical activity a day to stay healthy. Also try adding weight-bearing exercises at least 2 times a week. This will help burn some of the unwanted calories.
Joke for the day
Source: Art’s Funbox
On the deck of ship:
An American threw his cellphone to the sea…
Pinoy: Oh sayang!
American: there are lots of cellphone in the US.
Japanese threw his laptop to the sea…
Pinoy: What the?!
Japanese: Oh there are lots of it in Japan
Pinoy was silent because he has nothing to brag about..
Then a Korean came to join them…
Pinoy pushed him to the sea…
Japanese & American: Oh my God! Why did you pushed him?
Pinoy: Its okay, there are lots of Koreans in the Philippines!
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