Top news for the day
Source: GMA News.tv
Feisty Miriam faces disbarment complaint
Two weeks after a lawyer sought the disqualification of Miriam Defensor Santiago from running in the May polls, another individual has filed a complaint against the feisty senator to have her...
Gibo to take campaign in schools, public markets
In a bid to improve his popularity ratings and capture the youth vote, administration party standard-bearer Gilberto Teodoro Jr. is set to take his campaign to schools and universities in the...
Andal Jr. causing fear among women detainees at NBI
Who wants to be in the same place where Andal Ampatuan Jr. is? Definitely not the women detained at the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) headquarters in Manila. Unfortunately, they are just a...
Korean nabbed in RP for what's inside his underwear
Airport authorities on Thursday arrested a Korean national who was about to leave the country for alleged illegal drug possession.
Phils has at least 68 private armies, but no names for now
As the Zenarosa Commission tasked to dismantle private armies hunkered down to work, police authorities confirmed that at least 68 private groups in the country are armed with high-powered...
Villar, Recto hit govt failure to give full Xmas bonus
An opposition senator on Thursday urged the Arroyo administration to shoulder the balance of P3,000 – out of the P10,000 year-end “performance bonus" – that it owed to employees of agencies...
Akbayan: Special provision in 2010 budget may weaken next President
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's allies in congress have inserted a provision in the 2010 budget that might weaken the next president’s control of public funds, civic groups said Thursday,...
Crew partying before accident, Baleno 9 survivor says
The skipper and crew of the ill-fated MV Baleno 9 were in the middle of a party with food, women, and beer when the roll-on, roll-off vessel sank off Batangas province a day after Christmas, one of...
Govt to implement unified ID system in March
The controversial unified identification system will be implemented this March following the signing of an agreement with all concerned government agencies.
Murder case vs Lacson vindicates Erap - Jinggoy
The filing of double murder case against Sen. Panfilo Lacson in connection with the Dacer-Corbito twin killings is testament to the innocence of former President Joseph Estrada, his son said on...
Palace exec: Nothing wrong with Arroyo's 'pork' spending
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's chief legal counsel does not see anything wrong with her having spent P459 million in "pork barrel" funds for infrastructure in her home province, where she...
Showbiz Chika for the day
Source: Manila Bulletin Online
Bayang Barrios conquers the movies anew in ‘Emir’
Singer Bayang Barrios, who made her big screen debut in “Engkwentro,” conquers the movies anew in Chito Rono’s forthcoming musical film “Emir.”
Princess Punzalan returns to acting on ‘The Last Prince’
As the cliche goes, once an actress, always an actress.
Love Me Tender, Elvis Presley pleads
January 8 is the 75th anniversary of the birth of Elvis Presley. Elvis 75 will bring parties at Graceland, concerts, and even a movie suggesting that Presley has spent the last three decades in outer space.
Piolo, Bea land Ninoy and Cory roles in TV special
Piolo Pascual and Bea Alonzo are set to play former Sen. Benigno Aquino and former Pres. Cory Aquino, respectively, in a forthcoming “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode.
Angelica Panganiban disappointed over MMFF loss
Actress Angelica Panganiban is disappointed for not winning the Best Actress trophy at the Metro Manila Film Festival awards night.
Angel Locsin is ‘back to zero’ with Luis
While Luis Manzano tries to get back on the good side of ex-girlfriend Angel Locsin, she insists that their relationship is “back to zero.”
Julia Roberts, Taylor Swift in ‘Valentine’s Day’
An all-star ensemble cast that includes singer-songwriter Taylor Swift comes together in New Line Cinema’s “Valentine’s Day.”
‘Invictus’ tells Mandela’s story
“Invictus” tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa’s rugby team, Francois Pienaar, to help unite their country.
Erich’s key to success is professionalism!
It’s water under the bridge, but Erich Gonzales revealed that she’s still hurt with the ill-comments of her co-actor Ejay Falcon about her rise to fame.
Catherine Zeta-Jones falls for a hot young love in ‘The Rebound’
After discovering that her husband is cheating on her, 40-year-old Sandy, played by Catherine Zeta-Jones, moves to New York with her son and daughter.
Isports laang
Source: ABS-CBN News Online
Pacquiao to pursue lawsuit vs Mayweather
MANILA, Philippines – Fight fans are disappointed that the super fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been called off. Pacquiao himself is disappointed, too.
Sharapova leads Russian charge in HK
HONG KONG -- Maria Sharapova edged a determined Zheng Jie and continued her winning streak in the doubles with Yevgeny Kafelnikov in the 2010 Hong Kong Tennis Classic on Wednesday.
Bata, Django spearhead Asia vs Europe
MANILA, Philippines – Reigning World Cup champs Efren “Bata” Reyes and Francisco “Django” Bustamante will represent Asia in the much awaited Asia vs Europe Men’s 9-Ball Team Challenge on January 15 at the Sutra Hall, Rizqun International Hotel in Brunei.
Tiger talk a hot topic at PGA Tour's season opener
KAPALUA, Hawaii – The absence of Tiger Woods from the PGA Tour has been a major talking point ahead of this week's SBS Championship with most of the players eager to see the American world number one back as soon as possible.
Gilbert Arenas suspended indefinitely
WASHINGTON – Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was suspended by the NBA indefinitely on Wednesday pending investigation into an incident in which he took guns into the team's changing room.
Gin Kings trip Texters; Purefoods beats Smart Gilas
MANILA, Philippines -- Barangay Ginebra jeopardized Talk ‘N Text’s bid for a possible automatic semifinal slot after pulling off a 105-82 rout in the KFC-PBA Philippine Cup Wednesday night at the Araneta Coliseum.
Da who for today
Source: Wikipedia
Vergel Meneses (b. January 14, 1969, Malolos, Bulacan) -- nicknamed "The Aerial Voyager" -- is a retired Filipino professional basketball player who last played for the Talk 'N Text Phone Pals in the Philippine Basketball Association. He was also a former PBA Most Valuable Player and a many-time member of the Philippine National team. A high leaper blessed with a deft shooting touch, a dozen post moves and an eye for the open man, Meneses has been described as the mo
st talented player ever to play in the PBA.
Collegiate career
Meneses started out his collegiate basketball career as King Bomber of the Jose Rizal College (now Jose Rizal University) team. Although, he was not able to lead his team to a championship in his four-year tenure at the National Collegiate Athletic Association, he was one of the premier players of the said league where he was known to be a high-flyer. He solidified his status as an exciting player when he won the Philippine Basketball League (PBL) Slam Dunk contest as a collegiate player besting such established amateur players then like Alvin Patrimonio among others. At JRC, he played alongside his older brother, Vic Meneses, the second brother tandem at the JRC team after the more celebrated Cezar brothers, former PBA MVP Philip and David.
Amateur career
In the PBL, the amateur counterpart league of the PBA, Meneses first played for Magnolia Ice Cream, then Burger City and finally Swift Hotdogs, where he was tagged as Samboy Lim's successor in the high-wire act department. Vergel more than lived up to that tag. Like Samboy, Vergel was a superb one-on-one player, but unlike Samboy, Vergel proved to be more durable. A year after, in 1989, he was named to the RP Youth Team as well as the 15th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) team that played and finished runner-up at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In 1991, he was also a part of the victorious Philippine Team that played at the 16th SEA Games held in Manila.
In 2000, Meneses was named as part of the PBL's 12 Greatest Legacy Team. In 2003, Meneses was named in the PBL's Top 20 Players list on the occasion of the league's 20th year.
PBA career
Vergel Meneses was the top pick in the 1992 PBA Draft taken in by the Presto Ice Cream (formerly Great Taste Coffee) franchise. At Presto, he played alongside 1990 Most Valuable Player Allan Caidic, Chairman of the Board Abe King, many-time Mythical Team member Manuel Victorino and the late 1979 Rookie of the Year and Mythical Five Member Arnulfo "Arnie" Tuadles.
In 1999, after months of speculation, Meneses was finally dealt to crowd-favorite Barangay Ginebra Kings for Luis Manuel "Noli" Locsin. For the year, Meneses established himself as the Kings go-to-guy by averaging 16.7 points per game, 4.4 assists per game, and 3.7 rebounds per game in 32 games. He was also voted as a starter to the 1999 All-Star game but was unable to play due to injury.
After the arrival of Derrick Pumaren as coach of the Phone Pals in the 2006 Philippine Cup, the Talk 'N Text Phone Pals signed Meneses to a contract, erasing speculations of Meneses' possible retirement. At Talk 'N Text, he played sparingly in a reserve role while showing some decent games during the tournament. He played 8 games, with 1 start, for the Phone Pals in the 2006 Philippine Cup after sitting out the first conference, averaging 2.5 points per game, 2.5 rebounds per game, and 1.5 assists per game, his lowest averages in his entire career. During the 2006-2007 off-season, his contract was not anymore renewed by Talk 'N Text.
Despite his brilliant career defined by numerous individual awards and championships as well as being a national team player on various occasions, he has become quite a journeyman having already played for 7 teams starting out with the Presto Ice Cream team drifting to Sta. Lucia, Swift/Sunkist/Pop Cola, Barangay Ginebra, FedEx Express, Red Bull and lastly Talk 'N Text.
In 2006, Meneses announced his retirement.
Meneses is now the new head coach of Jose Rizal University Heavy Bombers signed up on November 4, 2009.
Gospel for the day
Source: The Daily Gospel Online
Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 5:12-16.
Now there was a man full of leprosy in one of the towns where he was; and when he saw Jesus, he fell prostrate, pleaded with him, and said, "Lord, if you wish, you can make me clean."Jesus stretched out his hand, touched him, and said, "I do will it. Be made clean." And the leprosy left him immediately. Then he ordered him not to tell anyone, but "Go, show yourself to the priest and offer for your cleansing what Moses prescribed; that will be proof for them."The report about him spread all the more, and great crowds assembled to listen to him and to be cured of their ailments, but he would withdraw to deserted places to pray.
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
magnanimous • \mag-NAN-uh-mus\ • adjective
1 : showing or suggesting a lofty and courageous spirit
*2 : showing or suggesting nobility of feeling and generosity of mind
Example Sentence:
Rather than gloat about her victory in the race, Michelle chose to be magnanimous and congratulated her opponents on their strong showings.
Did you know?
When you see "anima," "animus," or a similar formation in a word, it's an indicator of something alive, lively, or spirited. Something "animated" is full of life, for example, and an "animal" is a living, breathing thing. The Latin word "animus" means "soul" or "spirit." In "magnanimous," that "animus" is joined by Latin "magnus," meaning "great." Basically meaning "greatness of spirit," "magnanimity" is the opposite of pettiness. A truly magnanimous person can lose without complaining and win without gloating. Angry disputes can sometimes be resolved when one side makes a magnanimous gesture toward another.
Lesson for the day
Source: Art’s Library of life
PROCLAMATION NO. 1841
DECLARING THE REGULAR HOLIDAYS, SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAYS, AND SPECIAL HOLIDAY (FOR ALL SCHOOLS) FOR THE YEAR 2010
WHEREAS, Republic Act (RA) No. 9492, dated July 24, 2007, amended Section 26, Chapter 7 Book I of Executive Order (EO) No. 292, also known as the Administrative Code of 1987, by declaring certain days (specific or movable) as special or regular holidays;
WHEREAS, RA No. 9492 provides that holidays, except those which are religious in nature, are moved to the nearest Monday unless otherwise modified by law, order or proclamation;
WHEREAS, RA No. 9492 provides that the Eid’l Adha shall be celebrated as a regional holiday in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao;
WHEREAS, in order to foster closer family ties and enable our countrymen to observe Christmas more meaningful, it is but fitting to declare December 24 (Friday) as an additional special (non-working) day throughout the country; this will also serve to strengthen family relationships by providing a longer week-end and renewing ties for a longer period of time, as well as promote domestic tourism;
WHEREAS, the EDSA People Power Revolution, which restored and ushered political, social and economic reforms in the country, serves as an inspiration to Filipinos everywhere as a nation and as a people;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GLORIA M. ARROYO, President of the Republic of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby order:
SECTION 1. The following regular holidays and special days for the year 2010 shall by observed in the country:
A. Regular Holidays
New Year’s Day - January 1
Maundy Thursday - April 1
Good Friday - April 2
Araw ng Kagitingan - April 9 (Friday)
Labor Day - May 1
Independence Day - June 14 (Monday nearest June 12)
National Heroes Day - August 30 (Last Monday of August)
Bonifacio Day - November 29 (Monday nearest November 30)
Christmas Day - December 25 (Saturday)
Rizal Day - December 27 (Monday nearest December 30)
B. Special (Non-Working) Days
Ninoy Aquino Day - August 23 (Monday nearest August 21)
All Saints Day - November 1 (Monday)
Additional Special (Non-Working) Day - December 24 (Friday)
Last Day of the Year - December 31 (Friday)
C. Special Holiday (for all schools)
EDSA Revolution Anniversary - February 22 (Monday nearest February 25)
SECTION 2. The proclamation declaring a national holiday for the observance of Eid’l Fitr shall hereafter be issued after the approximate date of the Islamic holiday has been determined in accordance with the Islamic calendar (Hijra) or the lunar calendar, or upon Islamic astronomical calculations, whichever is possible or convenient. To this end, the Office on Muslim Affairs shall inform the Office of the President on which day the holiday shall fall.
SECTION 3. In order to bring the religious and cultural significance of the Eid’l Adha to the fore of national consciousness, a proclamation declaring a national holiday shall also hereafter be likewise issued after the approximate date of the Islamic holiday has been determined in accordance with the Islamic calendar (Hijra) or the lunar calendar, or upon Islamic astronomical calculations, whichever is possible or convenient. To this end, the Office on Muslim Affairs shall inform the Office of the President on which day the holiday shall fall.
SECTION 4. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) shall promulgate the implementing guidelines for this Proclamation.
SECTION 5. This Proclamation shall take effect immediately.
SECTION 6. This Proclamation shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed.
Done in the City of Manila, this 21st day of July, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Nine.
(Sgd.) H.E. GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO
By the President:
(Sgd) EDUARDO R. ERMITA
Executive Secretary
Joke for the day
Source: Art’s Funbox
Money Talks!
During the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer: "Look, I'll give you $100 if you'll change the wedding vows. When you get to the part where I'm supposed to promise to 'love, honor and obey' and 'be faithful to her forever,' I'd appreciate it if you'd just leave that out." He passed the minister a $100 bill and walked away satisfied.
On the day of the wedding, when it came time for the groom's vows, the pastor looked the young man in the eye and said: "Will you promise to prostrate yourself before her, obey her every command and wish, serve her breakfast in bed every morning of your life, and swear eternally before God and your lovely wife that you will not ever even look at another woman, as long as you both shall live?"
The groom gulped and looked around, and said in a tiny voice, "Yes," then leaned toward the pastor and hissed: "I thought we had a deal." The pastor put a $100 bill into the groom's hand and whispered: "She made me a better offer."
Source: GMA News.tv
Feisty Miriam faces disbarment complaint
Two weeks after a lawyer sought the disqualification of Miriam Defensor Santiago from running in the May polls, another individual has filed a complaint against the feisty senator to have her...
Gibo to take campaign in schools, public markets
In a bid to improve his popularity ratings and capture the youth vote, administration party standard-bearer Gilberto Teodoro Jr. is set to take his campaign to schools and universities in the...
Andal Jr. causing fear among women detainees at NBI
Who wants to be in the same place where Andal Ampatuan Jr. is? Definitely not the women detained at the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) headquarters in Manila. Unfortunately, they are just a...
Korean nabbed in RP for what's inside his underwear
Airport authorities on Thursday arrested a Korean national who was about to leave the country for alleged illegal drug possession.
Phils has at least 68 private armies, but no names for now
As the Zenarosa Commission tasked to dismantle private armies hunkered down to work, police authorities confirmed that at least 68 private groups in the country are armed with high-powered...
Villar, Recto hit govt failure to give full Xmas bonus
An opposition senator on Thursday urged the Arroyo administration to shoulder the balance of P3,000 – out of the P10,000 year-end “performance bonus" – that it owed to employees of agencies...
Akbayan: Special provision in 2010 budget may weaken next President
President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's allies in congress have inserted a provision in the 2010 budget that might weaken the next president’s control of public funds, civic groups said Thursday,...
Crew partying before accident, Baleno 9 survivor says
The skipper and crew of the ill-fated MV Baleno 9 were in the middle of a party with food, women, and beer when the roll-on, roll-off vessel sank off Batangas province a day after Christmas, one of...
Govt to implement unified ID system in March
The controversial unified identification system will be implemented this March following the signing of an agreement with all concerned government agencies.
Murder case vs Lacson vindicates Erap - Jinggoy
The filing of double murder case against Sen. Panfilo Lacson in connection with the Dacer-Corbito twin killings is testament to the innocence of former President Joseph Estrada, his son said on...
Palace exec: Nothing wrong with Arroyo's 'pork' spending
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's chief legal counsel does not see anything wrong with her having spent P459 million in "pork barrel" funds for infrastructure in her home province, where she...
Showbiz Chika for the day
Source: Manila Bulletin Online
Bayang Barrios conquers the movies anew in ‘Emir’
Singer Bayang Barrios, who made her big screen debut in “Engkwentro,” conquers the movies anew in Chito Rono’s forthcoming musical film “Emir.”
Princess Punzalan returns to acting on ‘The Last Prince’
As the cliche goes, once an actress, always an actress.
Love Me Tender, Elvis Presley pleads
January 8 is the 75th anniversary of the birth of Elvis Presley. Elvis 75 will bring parties at Graceland, concerts, and even a movie suggesting that Presley has spent the last three decades in outer space.
Piolo, Bea land Ninoy and Cory roles in TV special
Piolo Pascual and Bea Alonzo are set to play former Sen. Benigno Aquino and former Pres. Cory Aquino, respectively, in a forthcoming “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode.
Angelica Panganiban disappointed over MMFF loss
Actress Angelica Panganiban is disappointed for not winning the Best Actress trophy at the Metro Manila Film Festival awards night.
Angel Locsin is ‘back to zero’ with Luis
While Luis Manzano tries to get back on the good side of ex-girlfriend Angel Locsin, she insists that their relationship is “back to zero.”
Julia Roberts, Taylor Swift in ‘Valentine’s Day’
An all-star ensemble cast that includes singer-songwriter Taylor Swift comes together in New Line Cinema’s “Valentine’s Day.”
‘Invictus’ tells Mandela’s story
“Invictus” tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa’s rugby team, Francois Pienaar, to help unite their country.
Erich’s key to success is professionalism!
It’s water under the bridge, but Erich Gonzales revealed that she’s still hurt with the ill-comments of her co-actor Ejay Falcon about her rise to fame.
Catherine Zeta-Jones falls for a hot young love in ‘The Rebound’
After discovering that her husband is cheating on her, 40-year-old Sandy, played by Catherine Zeta-Jones, moves to New York with her son and daughter.
Isports laang
Source: ABS-CBN News Online
Pacquiao to pursue lawsuit vs Mayweather
MANILA, Philippines – Fight fans are disappointed that the super fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been called off. Pacquiao himself is disappointed, too.
Sharapova leads Russian charge in HK
HONG KONG -- Maria Sharapova edged a determined Zheng Jie and continued her winning streak in the doubles with Yevgeny Kafelnikov in the 2010 Hong Kong Tennis Classic on Wednesday.
Bata, Django spearhead Asia vs Europe
MANILA, Philippines – Reigning World Cup champs Efren “Bata” Reyes and Francisco “Django” Bustamante will represent Asia in the much awaited Asia vs Europe Men’s 9-Ball Team Challenge on January 15 at the Sutra Hall, Rizqun International Hotel in Brunei.
Tiger talk a hot topic at PGA Tour's season opener
KAPALUA, Hawaii – The absence of Tiger Woods from the PGA Tour has been a major talking point ahead of this week's SBS Championship with most of the players eager to see the American world number one back as soon as possible.
Gilbert Arenas suspended indefinitely
WASHINGTON – Washington Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas was suspended by the NBA indefinitely on Wednesday pending investigation into an incident in which he took guns into the team's changing room.
Gin Kings trip Texters; Purefoods beats Smart Gilas
MANILA, Philippines -- Barangay Ginebra jeopardized Talk ‘N Text’s bid for a possible automatic semifinal slot after pulling off a 105-82 rout in the KFC-PBA Philippine Cup Wednesday night at the Araneta Coliseum.
Da who for today
Source: Wikipedia
Vergel Meneses (b. January 14, 1969, Malolos, Bulacan) -- nicknamed "The Aerial Voyager" -- is a retired Filipino professional basketball player who last played for the Talk 'N Text Phone Pals in the Philippine Basketball Association. He was also a former PBA Most Valuable Player and a many-time member of the Philippine National team. A high leaper blessed with a deft shooting touch, a dozen post moves and an eye for the open man, Meneses has been described as the mo
st talented player ever to play in the PBA.Collegiate career
Meneses started out his collegiate basketball career as King Bomber of the Jose Rizal College (now Jose Rizal University) team. Although, he was not able to lead his team to a championship in his four-year tenure at the National Collegiate Athletic Association, he was one of the premier players of the said league where he was known to be a high-flyer. He solidified his status as an exciting player when he won the Philippine Basketball League (PBL) Slam Dunk contest as a collegiate player besting such established amateur players then like Alvin Patrimonio among others. At JRC, he played alongside his older brother, Vic Meneses, the second brother tandem at the JRC team after the more celebrated Cezar brothers, former PBA MVP Philip and David.
Amateur career
In the PBL, the amateur counterpart league of the PBA, Meneses first played for Magnolia Ice Cream, then Burger City and finally Swift Hotdogs, where he was tagged as Samboy Lim's successor in the high-wire act department. Vergel more than lived up to that tag. Like Samboy, Vergel was a superb one-on-one player, but unlike Samboy, Vergel proved to be more durable. A year after, in 1989, he was named to the RP Youth Team as well as the 15th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games) team that played and finished runner-up at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In 1991, he was also a part of the victorious Philippine Team that played at the 16th SEA Games held in Manila.
In 2000, Meneses was named as part of the PBL's 12 Greatest Legacy Team. In 2003, Meneses was named in the PBL's Top 20 Players list on the occasion of the league's 20th year.
PBA career
Vergel Meneses was the top pick in the 1992 PBA Draft taken in by the Presto Ice Cream (formerly Great Taste Coffee) franchise. At Presto, he played alongside 1990 Most Valuable Player Allan Caidic, Chairman of the Board Abe King, many-time Mythical Team member Manuel Victorino and the late 1979 Rookie of the Year and Mythical Five Member Arnulfo "Arnie" Tuadles.
In 1999, after months of speculation, Meneses was finally dealt to crowd-favorite Barangay Ginebra Kings for Luis Manuel "Noli" Locsin. For the year, Meneses established himself as the Kings go-to-guy by averaging 16.7 points per game, 4.4 assists per game, and 3.7 rebounds per game in 32 games. He was also voted as a starter to the 1999 All-Star game but was unable to play due to injury.
After the arrival of Derrick Pumaren as coach of the Phone Pals in the 2006 Philippine Cup, the Talk 'N Text Phone Pals signed Meneses to a contract, erasing speculations of Meneses' possible retirement. At Talk 'N Text, he played sparingly in a reserve role while showing some decent games during the tournament. He played 8 games, with 1 start, for the Phone Pals in the 2006 Philippine Cup after sitting out the first conference, averaging 2.5 points per game, 2.5 rebounds per game, and 1.5 assists per game, his lowest averages in his entire career. During the 2006-2007 off-season, his contract was not anymore renewed by Talk 'N Text.
Despite his brilliant career defined by numerous individual awards and championships as well as being a national team player on various occasions, he has become quite a journeyman having already played for 7 teams starting out with the Presto Ice Cream team drifting to Sta. Lucia, Swift/Sunkist/Pop Cola, Barangay Ginebra, FedEx Express, Red Bull and lastly Talk 'N Text.
In 2006, Meneses announced his retirement.
Meneses is now the new head coach of Jose Rizal University Heavy Bombers signed up on November 4, 2009.
Gospel for the day
Source: The Daily Gospel Online
Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke 5:12-16.
Now there was a man full of leprosy in one of the towns where he was; and when he saw Jesus, he fell prostrate, pleaded with him, and said, "Lord, if you wish, you can make me clean."Jesus stretched out his hand, touched him, and said, "I do will it. Be made clean." And the leprosy left him immediately. Then he ordered him not to tell anyone, but "Go, show yourself to the priest and offer for your cleansing what Moses prescribed; that will be proof for them."The report about him spread all the more, and great crowds assembled to listen to him and to be cured of their ailments, but he would withdraw to deserted places to pray.
Word for the day
Source: Merriam Webster Online
magnanimous • \mag-NAN-uh-mus\ • adjective
1 : showing or suggesting a lofty and courageous spirit
*2 : showing or suggesting nobility of feeling and generosity of mind
Example Sentence:
Rather than gloat about her victory in the race, Michelle chose to be magnanimous and congratulated her opponents on their strong showings.
Did you know?
When you see "anima," "animus," or a similar formation in a word, it's an indicator of something alive, lively, or spirited. Something "animated" is full of life, for example, and an "animal" is a living, breathing thing. The Latin word "animus" means "soul" or "spirit." In "magnanimous," that "animus" is joined by Latin "magnus," meaning "great." Basically meaning "greatness of spirit," "magnanimity" is the opposite of pettiness. A truly magnanimous person can lose without complaining and win without gloating. Angry disputes can sometimes be resolved when one side makes a magnanimous gesture toward another.
Lesson for the day
Source: Art’s Library of life
PROCLAMATION NO. 1841
DECLARING THE REGULAR HOLIDAYS, SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAYS, AND SPECIAL HOLIDAY (FOR ALL SCHOOLS) FOR THE YEAR 2010
WHEREAS, Republic Act (RA) No. 9492, dated July 24, 2007, amended Section 26, Chapter 7 Book I of Executive Order (EO) No. 292, also known as the Administrative Code of 1987, by declaring certain days (specific or movable) as special or regular holidays;
WHEREAS, RA No. 9492 provides that holidays, except those which are religious in nature, are moved to the nearest Monday unless otherwise modified by law, order or proclamation;
WHEREAS, RA No. 9492 provides that the Eid’l Adha shall be celebrated as a regional holiday in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao;
WHEREAS, in order to foster closer family ties and enable our countrymen to observe Christmas more meaningful, it is but fitting to declare December 24 (Friday) as an additional special (non-working) day throughout the country; this will also serve to strengthen family relationships by providing a longer week-end and renewing ties for a longer period of time, as well as promote domestic tourism;
WHEREAS, the EDSA People Power Revolution, which restored and ushered political, social and economic reforms in the country, serves as an inspiration to Filipinos everywhere as a nation and as a people;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GLORIA M. ARROYO, President of the Republic of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby order:
SECTION 1. The following regular holidays and special days for the year 2010 shall by observed in the country:
A. Regular Holidays
New Year’s Day - January 1
Maundy Thursday - April 1
Good Friday - April 2
Araw ng Kagitingan - April 9 (Friday)
Labor Day - May 1
Independence Day - June 14 (Monday nearest June 12)
National Heroes Day - August 30 (Last Monday of August)
Bonifacio Day - November 29 (Monday nearest November 30)
Christmas Day - December 25 (Saturday)
Rizal Day - December 27 (Monday nearest December 30)
B. Special (Non-Working) Days
Ninoy Aquino Day - August 23 (Monday nearest August 21)
All Saints Day - November 1 (Monday)
Additional Special (Non-Working) Day - December 24 (Friday)
Last Day of the Year - December 31 (Friday)
C. Special Holiday (for all schools)
EDSA Revolution Anniversary - February 22 (Monday nearest February 25)
SECTION 2. The proclamation declaring a national holiday for the observance of Eid’l Fitr shall hereafter be issued after the approximate date of the Islamic holiday has been determined in accordance with the Islamic calendar (Hijra) or the lunar calendar, or upon Islamic astronomical calculations, whichever is possible or convenient. To this end, the Office on Muslim Affairs shall inform the Office of the President on which day the holiday shall fall.
SECTION 3. In order to bring the religious and cultural significance of the Eid’l Adha to the fore of national consciousness, a proclamation declaring a national holiday shall also hereafter be likewise issued after the approximate date of the Islamic holiday has been determined in accordance with the Islamic calendar (Hijra) or the lunar calendar, or upon Islamic astronomical calculations, whichever is possible or convenient. To this end, the Office on Muslim Affairs shall inform the Office of the President on which day the holiday shall fall.
SECTION 4. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) shall promulgate the implementing guidelines for this Proclamation.
SECTION 5. This Proclamation shall take effect immediately.
SECTION 6. This Proclamation shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed.
Done in the City of Manila, this 21st day of July, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Nine.
(Sgd.) H.E. GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO
By the President:
(Sgd) EDUARDO R. ERMITA
Executive Secretary
Joke for the day
Source: Art’s Funbox
Money Talks!
During the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer: "Look, I'll give you $100 if you'll change the wedding vows. When you get to the part where I'm supposed to promise to 'love, honor and obey' and 'be faithful to her forever,' I'd appreciate it if you'd just leave that out." He passed the minister a $100 bill and walked away satisfied.
On the day of the wedding, when it came time for the groom's vows, the pastor looked the young man in the eye and said: "Will you promise to prostrate yourself before her, obey her every command and wish, serve her breakfast in bed every morning of your life, and swear eternally before God and your lovely wife that you will not ever even look at another woman, as long as you both shall live?"
The groom gulped and looked around, and said in a tiny voice, "Yes," then leaned toward the pastor and hissed: "I thought we had a deal." The pastor put a $100 bill into the groom's hand and whispered: "She made me a better offer."
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