I ‘Juana Change’ my country too — but its not Charter Change
On Dec. 12, let’s take a stand against Charter Change — because some types of change will only make matters worse and we can’t allow that to happen.
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How media reported Pacquiao’s victory over De La Hoya
Manny Pacquiao won over Oscar de la Hoya, scoring a TKO in the ninth round in their “dream match”. How did the media report it?
MoreDe La Hoya vs. Pacquiao: Analysis, predictions and live streaming
The “dream match” between Oscar de la Hoya and Manny Pacquiao unravels today at the MGM Grand Garden Arena — and we’re all looking for commentary, predictions and live coverage! This page requires a higher version browser If you’re looking for a roundup of some compelling articles and predictions as well as a tip on […]
MoreNUJP to hold ‘right to reply’ forum
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines is inviting media professionals to a forum on Dec. 8, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at the UP College of Mass Communication, UP Diliman. Topic will be the bills on the “right to reply” bill passed by the Senate on third reading.
MoreFullyBooked launches Bloggers Book Club
Dozens of bloggers trooped Friday afternoon to FullyBooked‘s flagship store at Bonifacio High Street for what turned out to be the launch of an exclusive Bloggers Book Club.
MoreNanay Mameng, Ka Bel: Choosing hope over despair in fight vs. poverty
Poor Filipinos have always been caricatured so badly, with some of the well-off and well-to-do deceiving themselves that the “masang Pilipino” are individually and collectively ignorant, pathetic, gullible, indolent and unproductive. They forever link the “masa” to Joseph Estrada, in an apparent bid to discredit them as no different from their idol who has been […]
MoreGFMD and IAMR: Opposing views on overseas Filipino workers and worldwide migration
This is a heads up to all journalists, bloggers and pundits. Much has been said about overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) being “modern-day heroes” but perhaps mostly because of the billions of dollars they remit back home. Meanwhile, a growing number of people have grown desensitized by endless sad stories of OFW being beaten, deprived just […]
MoreT-Mobile launches Google’s $179 G1 smartphone: ‘First real iPhone rival’
Update: Visit the official T-Mobile G1 website US mobile phone network T-Mobile today launched the G1, a smartphone powered by Google’s Android operating system which pundits and techies say may give Apple’s iPhone a stiff fight for hearts and minds of cellphone users everywhere.
Moretonyocruz.com is Best News and Media Blog in Philippine Blog Awards 2008
A few hours ago, this blog you are reading — tonyocruz.com — received the trophy for Best News and Media Blog in the 2nd Philippine Blog Awards held at the 1Espalanade near SM Mall of Asia.
MoreBikoy.net is my choice!
Way ahead before Bikoy Villanueva won a landslide victory to become the No. 1 student councilor at the University of the Philippines in Diliman, there was the blogger Bikoy, the lad behind bikoy.net.
MoreToday is 17th anniversary of people’s victory over US bases treaty
17 years ago, the Philippine Senate voted to reject a treaty that would have prolonged the existence of US military installations in the Philippines, notably the Clark and Subic bases. Outside the Senate on that day, there was dancing in the streets to celebrate a triumph for Philippine sovereignty.
MoreSoftware Freedom Day 2008 on Sept. 20 at University of Makati
The Philippines will mark Software Freedom Day 2008 on Sept. 20 at the University of Makati.
MoreNotes and photos: WordCamp Philippines, a success
A big number of bloggers attended today’s WordCamp Philippines at the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde in Manila. Touted as the first such event in Southeast Asia, the event is now part of local blogging and internet history. Keynote speaker was Matt Mullenweg, Mr. WordPress himself, who had an instant rapport with the admiring […]
MoreNoli at Fili: Dekada Dos Mil
Currently showing at the PETA-PHINMA Theater in Quezon City is NOLI AT FILI: DEKADA DOS MIL, written by Nick Tiongson.
MoreLive-blogging the SONA 2008
Below is my attempt to live-blog de facto President Arroyo’s eighth State of the Nation Address. the SONA is an annual constitutional ritual where the President gives a report to a joint session of both houses of Congress. 3:58 pm – Villar and Nograles call the joint session to order. Nograles introduces the national anthem. […]
MoreOne million terrorists, diesel prices and some ASEAN stuff
The United States terrorist list has swelled to one million, according to the American Civil Liberties Union. And the list includes Cat Stevens, a nun, a wife of a senator and – lest we forget – our very own Jose Maria Sison.
MoreInquirer.net reports on Bloggers Kapihan on poll automation
Erwin Oliva of Inquirer.net, who also blogs at cyberbaguioboy, filed a story on last Saturday’s Bloggers Kapihan event at the Commission on Elections. Erwin reported:
MoreAiza Seguerra wins second P1-million in ‘Singing Bee’
A few minutes ago, former child wonder-turned-singer Aiza Seguerra won her second P1-million grand prize in ABS-CBN’s Singing Bee.
MoreRep. Satur Ocampo’s centennial lecture at the University of the Philippines
I wasn’t able to attend and witness it (bummer) and so I opted for the next best thing: Ask his office for a copy of the speech Bayan Muna Rep. Satur Ocampo delivered today, July 10, at the University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City. The speech is part of the UP Centennial Lecture Series, […]
MoreBloggers Kapihan and friends join “Among Ed” blog launch
Perhaps Shari best described our collective and individual feelings at the end of the Bloggers’ Kapihan with Among Ed last Saturday: tiring, yes… but nevertheless jampacked with so many lessons and starpower we could handle in a day. Among Ed’s remarks were thought-provoking and it should open the eyes of everyone about the potentials of […]
MoreLive: Pampanga Governor “Among Ed” Panlilio launches blog on good governance
10:55 am — As I write this, bloggers from Metro Manila led by the Bloggers Kapihan crew, are watching an AVP of the province of Pampanga, right here at the Executive House of the Provincial Capitol. Joining us are scores of youth and student leaders of the province. Governor “Among Ed” Panlilio has arrived.
MoreMedardo Roda and Japanese unionists remember Crispin Beltran
At the tribute led by the Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, PISTON honorary chair Medardo Roda made a dramatic visit to his friend. Upon reaching the casket and seeing his old friend, Ka Roda wept. The strong bond between the two former taxi drivers who became leaders of their respective organizations was palpable. Ka Roda even tried […]
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