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PNoy says new PMA grads must help fight corruption

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:43:34 GMT

{jathumbnail off}President Aquino Sunday said the new graduates of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) must now help address the problems of the nation, including fighting corruption while serving the people and protecting the nation’s democracy.

Speaking at the graduation rites of the PMA Bagwis Class of 2012 in Baguio City, the President recognized the military’s efforts to fight lawless elements, respond to calamities, and keep peace in the country. He assured that that the government would continue to look after their welfare in the form of the equipment and benefits.

New Chinese envoy dispels fears of Chinese invasion

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:42:39 GMT

{jathumbnail off}The new Chinese ambassador to Manila declared that China has no ambition of invading other countries through military force.

Iza’s transfer upsets Master Showman

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:41:32 GMT

{jathumbnail off}Veteran host and talent manager German Moreno is apparently upset at Iza Calzado, a former colleague in GMA-7, for signing a three-year contract with ABS-CBN last January.

Arnold Clavio denies ‘racist’ remarks against Azkals

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:40:43 GMT

{jathumbnail off}Broadcaster Arnold Clavio has issued a statement saying he didn’t intend to appear as discriminatory against members of the National Football team popularly known as the Azkals.

Actor Luis Gonzales dies

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:39:44 GMT

{jathumbnail off}Actor Luis Gonzales died Thursday night of complications due to pneumonia.

A matinee idol in the 50s and 60s, the news of his death was announced by actress Luz Valdez, who said he was confined at the intensive care unit of the Makati Medical Center on the day he died. He was 83.

Zia Quizon belies negative reports on dad’s condition

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:37:33 GMT

{jathumbnail off}Up-and-coming singer Zia Quizon said her dad, comedian Dolphy is doing fine contrary to reports that his health condition is deteriorating.

‘Asiong’ is biggest winner at PMPC Star Awards

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:36:45 GMT

“Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story” emerged as the biggest winner a by bagging eight top awards including Movie of the Year at the 28th Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Movies held March 14 at Meralco Theater.

House Labor Committee to approve P125 wage hike

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:34:17 GMT

Northern Samar Rep. Emil Ong, chairman of the House Committee on Labor is optimistic that the legislated P125 across the board daily wage hike bill in May will be approved by the panel.

First-Gen Filipina runs for MLA in Alberta Election

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:28:34 GMT

{jathumbnail off}By Athena Bernal-Born

This might be a little self-serving but since no one approached me, thus it has been left up to me to write this article, so forgive my forwardness. My name is Athena Bernal-Born. My parents are Antonio and Lourdes Bernal of Manila, known to many as Tony and Lulu, who immigrated to Canada in the late sixties, fleeing the Marcos regime and trying to make a better life;

Anita Tolentino, Pioneer, Educator and Community Leader

lancedelamerced@yahoo.com (Jmarck) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 03:27:33 GMT

{jathumbnail off}Anita was born in the Philippines on February 23, 1939 in San Fernando, Pampanga. She was educated in Manila, Philippines where she completed her Bachelor of Education and Master of Arts at the Catholic University of Santo Thomas.