Opinion

From Kara’s Flowers to Maroon 5

QUEZON City, Philippines (September  9) – Still remember how they got famous because of the song “This Love”, “Makes Me Wonder” and “She Will Be Loved”? Or how about that white guy holding the mic and singing beautifully in front of the crowd who makes you giggle because he is so handsome? Yes, they were once called Kara’s flowers. Now they’re known as Maroon 5. Maroon 5 is an American pop rock band that originated in […]

The music of Ed Sheeran

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 9) – I bet you’ve heard his songs everywhere. He has the ability to weaken the knees of many music fans with his meaningful lyrics and impeccably skilled vocal skills from his debut song “A Team” to hitting big music top charts for his song “Thinking Out Loud”; he became the biggest selling artist in the United Kingdom. In early 2011, Ed Sheeran released an independent extended play, No. 5 Collaborations Project, […]

Of media ethics and biased reporting

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 7) – Good old Wikipedia says that media ethics deals with the specific ethical rules and subdivision of applied ethics and standards of media, including broadcast media, film, theatre, the arts, print media and the internet. According to“Mass Communication Living in a Media World by Ralph e. Hanson” reporters face a range of ethical issues on a regular basis. Known author Ralph E. Hanson, in his book “Mass Communication Living in a Media World” enumerated the various ethical issues encountered […]

Crazy and practical ideas on how to quit smoking

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 3) – Want to quit smoking? The Internet  gives us several out-of-the-box ideas that may sound crazy but are also strangely effective: Scare yourself by having a heart attack! Yes, nothing is more effective than almost dying because of heart attack, especially if its smoking-induced. Only the bravest or the most foolish will continue after this episode. Having your teeth professionally cleaned is expensive, it can be considered an investment. Will you […]

Taho! Taho!

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 3) – The history of taho is not yet fully understood, but early records suggest that the delicacy is from China, adapted by Filipinos from tow hway or Douhua prior to Spanish Occupation. The Chinese were one of the most active traders with Filipinos during that era. Traditionally, taho vendors are only seen in the morning but nowadays, they are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week considering you know where your local taho vendor […]

Balikbayan boxes: To open or not to open

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 2) – I personally think that evidence is one way of knowing the truth. The photos that went viral on the internet were true and they didn’t even deny it. I just think that it is not proper for someone to open boxes unless they’re the owner. When the big issue about the balikbayan boxes came out into the open, news said that President Benigno Aquino III has given instructions for the […]

What’s the right college course for you?

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 2) – Dreaming of what you want to be when you grow up is easy but determining what course you must take in college for you to be able to achieve your dream is not what “easy” looks like. Based on experience, I was so nervous about choosing a course because I was then still unsure of what I really want to be when I grow up. I always wanted to be […]

“Felix Manalo” promises to be the biggest movie blockbuster of the year

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News Service, September 2) – Ever since it was announced that a biopic about Bro. Felix Y. Manalo will be made, many are filled with anticipation, awaiting the showing of the epic film. On the 15th of August, Viva Films released a teaser of “Felix Manalo” in the social media,which immediately garnered many “likes” and “shares”. Courtesy: Viva Films “Felix Manalo” was directed by veteran film director Joel Lamangan. It boasts […]

School time is cool time!

  QUEZON City, Philippines (September 2) – Education is important that’s why our parents are working hard for us just to send us to a good school. Recently, some universities here in the Philippines have already started their classes in the month of August; the primary reason is to be synchronized with the rest of the ASEAN. This development has again triggered the debate about whether it makes more sense to move the entire Philippine educational […]

Breastfeeding: Facts and figures and why is it the best for your baby

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 2) – According to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NDRC) Nowadays, Breast milk is best for your baby, and the benefits of breastfeeding extend well beyond basic nutrition. In addition to containing all the vitamins and nutrients your baby needs in the first six months of life, breast milk is packed with disease-fighting substances that protect your baby from illness. Various researchers have found a connection between breastfeeding and cognitive development. […]

“Felix Manalo”: Running for Awards, Cannot be Snubbed

QUEZON City, Philippines (September 2) – “Wala pong eksenang napipili, lahat po’y kaabang abang.” said Mr. Joel Lamangan on his interview for Felix Manalo movie this first Tueday of September in Taumbahay. Lamangan stated that he has already been oriented with the Iglesia ni Cristo’s doctrines and practices for one of his relative is a deacon inside the church. He said that he also collaborated with some of the award-winning Directors in the industry namely Mr. Julius Alfonso, and Mr. […]

Why the doctrine of expulsion is implemented in the INC

By Adriel O. Meimban (Bro. Adriel O. Meimban is a minister of the Iglesia Ni Cristo) (Editor’s note:  The author explains that the expulsion of Iglesia Ni Cristo ministers and members, including those close to the Church Administration or those who have held high positions in the Church , is not a new thing.  He said that since the time of the first INC Executive Minister, Bro. Felix Y. Manalo, erring ministers and members, especially those […]