The second AFP Legislative Stakeholders Engagement was held in a secluded but secured territory in Camp Mariano Riego de Dios, Paradahan II, Tanza, Cavite on 29 March 2019. It is the headquarters of the Army Reserve Command (ARESCOM) whose primary mission is to recruit, motivate, administer, train and equip reserve personnel in the Armed Forces... Continue Reading →
WATER CONCESSIONAIRES IN THE PHILIPPINES
The main function of the two water conglomerates in Metro Manila is to uninterruptedly deliver and provide, as much as possible, potable water to their consumers. Each of the conglomerates draws water primarily from La Mesa Dam and Laguna de Bay. But Metro Manila's chief water source is Angat Dam located in Barangay San Lorenzo,... Continue Reading →
LAST GLIMPSE OF TANDANG SORA FLYOVER
It's nice to know that I had a last glimpse of Tandang Sora flyover including its intersection and footbridges before its impending closure that is slated today, 2 March 2019, at 11 pm. Atop footbridge overlooking Tandang Sora and Commonwealth intersection This famous landmark located at the crossing of Commonwealth Avenue and Tandang Sora Avenue... Continue Reading →
BITBIT BRIDGE
Bitbit Bridge is among the picturesque bridges in Bulacan. Bikers, adventurers, and picnickers, who like fishing, boating, and rappelling, frequent this spot these days because of its breathtaking and enchanting view, lush landscape, and pristine scenery.
PHILIPPINES’ FIRST SUBWAY IS RAPIDLY MATERIALIZING
At last, Philippine will have its first subterranean transport, Metro Manila Subway, that will ease the ordeal of the regular commuters every day. This below-ground transportation system can effectively boost our economy and raise the work efficiency of workers. It will be a game-changer for the economy. This is part of the Duterte Administration's "Build,... Continue Reading →
EDSA TRIVIA
EDSA or EPIFANIO DELOS SANTOS AVENUE is one of the most important and famous transportation corridors that pass through six cities. It is about 23.8kms or equivalent to 1,561 PRO-BASKETBALL COURTS. The 11 km–stretch is in Quezon City while the remaining is divided among the cities of Caloocan, San Juan, Mandaluyong, Makati and Pasay In... Continue Reading →
ST. JAMES SCHOOL: OUR ALMA MATER
In a nutshell, St James School started as a primary school co-founded by Mr. and Mrs. Jaime Torres. Its original branch, St. James Child Care Center, was first established in 1971 in Philamlife Homes in Quezon City.
OUR LADY OF PIAT, MOTHER OF CAGAYAN
I first visited the highly revered, miraculous and iconic 16th century Marian image in Piat, Cagayan in January 2005. Our Lady of Piat is now a Minor Basilica after it was consecrated almost twenty years ago on 22 June 1999 by Vatican representatives. Formally known as Nuestra Señora de Piat, Our Lady of Piat is... Continue Reading →
EXPLORING ACTIVE VOLCANOES IN THE PHILIPPINES
Bicol has five volcanoes surrounding the region, like the famous Mt. Mayon, Mt. Asog, Mt. Isarog, Mt. Malinao and Mt. Masaraga.
THE LATE HENRY “TATANG” SY, SR. AND HIS EMPIRE
Henry Sy's social ascent story is awe-inspiring and rousing. His vision, mission, determination, persistence, hardwork, and benevolence brought him fortune and fame and his famous empire.
