It says here that the Phl peso is now buying less than ever before. That's the reason why Pinoys are going to where the dollars are.
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One columnist says many politicians are involved in under-the-table deals. That's their way to go over-the-hill.
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Two sidewalk vendors in Manila were nabbed in a restaurant after eating and leaving without paying the chit. They told the resto owner: "Gutom na gutom na po kami." Eating in restaurants with an empty stomach is OK. But with empty pocket, too?
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A man who lost his right hand (not just fingers) in a firecracker explosion has vowed never to explode firecrackers again. Why not? His left hand is intact.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un called US President Barack Obama "monkey." A balikbayan from L.A. said: "I think that's not "badder" than being called a 'pig'."
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The movie "Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo" was judged best film in this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). I am happy the film was rated best picture. Anything "best" about Bonifacio I rise to make two thumbs up.
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I like to believe that moviegoers flocked to "Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo" to see the heroism of Bonifacio and how, not why, he lost and got sentenced to death by Aguinaldo's kangaro court.
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A dog lover friend of mine called yesterday morning (Dec. 29/14) to inquire if I have pet animals especially dogs. He said his pet lovers club has launched a campaign to protect pet animals from "serious fright" during the blasting of firecrackers on New Year's Eve. He gave me tips on what to do if my pets get "seriously scared." I forgot to ask for his name but he said we were friends from way back. But I was able to say thanks.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR to all... quote a tv personality...Happy New Year to every all. That includes all of you, guys.