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The Philippines is Not a Scary Place..Hehe

Just like Mindanao Philippines or should I say with bad reports and news which include largely the Mindanao region of the Philippines that besets the entire Philippines like too much politicking, reports of corrupt government officials, natural calamities, etc. the Philippines still remains the most safest place to live in the world with its balance weather condition, low-cost of living for foreigners, caring and hospital people, good medical facilities, natural attractions and beach places, good for business investment, no death penalty, though the Philippine is a predominantly Christian religion it still respect other religions or one is free to live by one’s personal beliefs, it is a democratic country, low crime rates so far and it should be, and the Philippines is in tune with what is the latest happenings in the world or have progressing civilization.

This report was said release through a foreign survey group, and if this is true then it could be a good news for the Philippines but though this kind of reports is not yet published, the Philippine has still of course good points that every Filipino must be proud of their country just what I enumerate above about some good stuffs in the Philippines despite of some bad news and activities going on compare to other countries that are really dangerous to live in because of high crime rates, too much poverty, anarchy, and bad weather condition.

So despite of the negative things happening in our country, let us count our blessings and be thankful about it. For money is not the only thing which makes a man happy, is not it? (We all know that the Philippines is not actually a financially rich country)

Expect The Expected and Unexpected

What lays beyond the horizon this 2011 for Pinas? Consulting a fortuneteller or a psychic or an astrologer will not exactly cast away the dim and darkness rather just pure intelligent guessing wherein anyone can do, right?; if your eyes are wide open to what is happening around the Philippines; awareness sheds light.

However, let me poke your curiosity of what to expect this year 2011 in the Philippines and leave you with the reactions: “huh? Ah! Hmm…Oh! Ows? Duh! Nah”, or whatever.

1. More natural calamities as the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecast caused by the La Nina phenomenon. Actually, this is already happening at Visayas and Mindanao region of the Philippines at the start of the year. It’s nature’s surprise New Year bash for the Philippines. “Bashing through the floods…and all the field were gone…people crying all the way…” Oh nature! Flashfloods and landslides took control of the land mass of the affected regions in the Philippines; so far the total number of deaths is not yet beyond the neck contrary to the floods that has already been beyond the neck.

2. More unresolved political cases similar to the case of Ampatuans and the fugitive Panfilo Lacson for Dacer-Corbito case, as well as more political indictment and slandering and propagandas; and politically motivated crimes.

3. Manila Water upgrade of its sewage-drainage system that will ensure to minimize water shortage last year. This 2011,the Manila Water plans to complete its four more facilities into its sewer-drainage system that will help keep the rivers of Metro Manila Philippines clean and free from water pollutants or from being contaminated.

4. More new gadgets to come to allure the tech-gadget lover Pinoys wherein last year the top zeitgeist list on gadget and technology category which most Filipinos search of is the Apple iPad. Gadgets that are on the road this 2011 are tablet PC and Android cell phones.

5. Still lukewarm presence and success of Original Pilipino musics due to the domination of international singing stars like Tylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Katie Perry ,and et.al on Filipino record bars that has the most sales or mostly brought by Pinoy music lovers. However, the edge Charice Pempengco, Willie Revillame and Jovit Valdavino got in terms of sales and popularity is not far to propel the Original Filipino musics on hot top but only if they produce original Filipino composed songs like what Mr. WillieRevillame’s album is composed, than just reviving international hit songs and sang songs composed by international song-composer.

6. Retail business and “GoNegosyo” advocacies will still very “UP” for business-minded Pinoys this year with a greener and environment-friendly business concepts and ideas. Already established business companies will continue to fuse green concept in their respective businesses to serve better and healthier business undertakings and services.

7. More Sports achievements or winnings like what the Philippine sports have accomplished last year such as the winnings of Engelberto “Biboy” Rivera at Bowling World Cup in Toulon France, Nonito Donaire Jr., Brian Viloria, and Manny Pacquiao in boxing sports disciplines, and the Asian Games winners.

8. Fresh new comers and coming-of-age former child stars again will refresh and brighten up the Philippine TVTube on their starring TV programs just like what have happened last year by the success of the like of Empress Schuck and Erich Gonzales whose careers where resuscitated into stardom and become seemingly fresh stars again in the Philippine TVTube. It is also expected to have more stars switching channels activities by known and famous stars that will join other TV networks.

9. Most Filipinos will be inclined more to use and consume herbal and natural products for health-conscious Pinoys as it was in the previous due to awareness that naturals are more safe, effective, nutritious or healthy and economical.

10. More expectations again lingers regarding PNoy’s promise of “change to progress” ot come into full reality and not just an empty promises if he is really different among the former Philippine presidents and not “Trapo”; and another sets of “Kapalpakan” or “Palakpakan” on his administration? We will soon see.

11. Petty and big crimes will still of course not out of track and not out of the limelight and media attention because crimes have become common and normal activities in a country. But let us hope it would be more minimize into lesser percentage.

12. More surprises and unexpected happenings beyond what we could imagine and thought of, let us just stay tuned in the Philippines.

These are plausibly expected to happen in the Philippines this year 2011 aside from the unexpected things and scenarios which we could not predict or anticipate beyond the horizon but however, at least we have some compass of what to expect this year 2011. Anyway, everything that cannot be seen that will happen unexpectedly depends on a Being above us.

The “ultimate Heartthrob” of Philippine Showbiz Piolo Pascual is being rumored that he will transfer to Kapatid Channel(TV5) and got an offer from TV5 and leaving his long time home network ABS-CBN was personally denied by Piolo Pascual Himself :

“A, talaga? Hindi ko nga alam kung saan ang compound ng TV5, e.”

“I’m very much a Kapamilya. I’ve been a Kapamilya all my life.”

The Long wait for the results of LET examinations last September 2010 has been released..

You can find them on the following links below

1. http://www.gmanews.tv/index.html
2. www.coolbuster.net

The climate of the Philippines is a tropical wet maritime climate dominated by a rainy season, dry season and a cool season that dominates on November to mid-February.
The summer monsoon in the Philippines brings heavy rains from May to October. The so-called winter monsoons bring cooler and drier air from December to February.

Certain places like Manila and most lowland areas are hot and dusty from March to May. Monsoon rains although hard and drenching are not normally associated with high waves and strong winds. The reason why the Philippines have a slightly bizarre climate is because it is geographically located at the typhoon belt and the country suffers an annual onslaught and dangerous storms from July to October.
An average of 6 to 7 tropical cyclones hit the Philippines per year. Some are very strong causing vast devastations some are not.

There are 4 categorizations of typhoons in the Philippines according to PAGASA.
1.    Tropical Depressions
2.    Tropical Storms
3.    Typhoons
4.    Super Typhoons

In 1991 tropical storm Thelma, killed thousands of people from itís resultant flooding, in 2006 tropical storm Milenyo did the same and recently last September of 2009 typhoon Ondoy did the very same.

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The Philippines has abundant source of natural resources in areas such as agriculture, natural beauty and minerals.
The Philippines has fertile lands, diverse flora and fauna, extensive coastlines and rich mineral deposits. Thereís a wide variety of vegetation, different varieties of fruit bearing trees and fishes and seafood. Filipinos living in rural areas rely on mostly natural resources. They eat and cultivate their own plants and vegetables because it is easy to do so with fertile lands.

Endemic species in the Philippines includes the Tamaraw (Bubalus Mindorensis) or also known as Mindoro Dwarf Buffalo which is classified as critically endangered. And the Tarsier (Haplorrhine Primates), which are local sensations, that tourists from all over the world are very much interested with.

The Philippines lack of predators with the exception of snakes. Because lions, tigers and the likes are can only be found in zoos. Snakes such as pythons, cobras and birds of prey such as the national bird known as the Philippine Eagle, are found in some parts of the Philippines. Other native animals include the Palm Civet Cat, the Mouse Deer, the Visayan Warty Pig and several species of bats.

Philippine rainforests boasts an array of flora including several types of orchids and rafflesia as (giant flowers).
Among the trees in the Philippines, the Narra tree is considered to be the most important type of hardwood while the Banyan Trees or ìBaleteî are situated in most areas.

The Philippines major crops includes rice, corn, sugarcane, abaca (kind of hemp), and tobacco. Among all these rice is the most important source of food along with corn.
Coconuts, mangoes, watermelons and other native fruits are important contributors to the nation’s income.

Due to the volcanic nature of the islandsí, mineral deposits are abundant and rich and it also allows the Philippines to become a powerhouse with regards to geothermal energy. The Philippine territorial waters encompass as much as 1.67 million KM. Producing unique and diverse marine life. The Philippines marine products include pearls, corals, crabs and seaweeds.

 

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There are 2 specifications of holidays in the Philippines. The holidays that are observed nationwide and the holidays that are only observed locally or per place or region.
When thereís a nationwide holiday, there are no classes for students of all levels, banks and government offices are all closed. If a nationwide holiday falls on a weekend, the president of the Philippines have powers to move the date closer to a weekend to make it a long weekend.

Here’s a complete list of Nationwide Holidays in the Philippines:
1.    January 1 – New Yearís Day
2.    Varies – Chinese New Year
3.    February 25 – People Power Revolution Day
4.    Varies – Maundy Thursday
5.    Varies – Good Friday
6.    Sunday – Easter Sunday
7.    April 9 – Bataan and Corregidor Day (Day of Valor)
8.    May 1 – Labor Day
9.    June 12 – Independence Day
10.    July 27 – Iglesia ni Cristo Day (New Holiday)
11.    August 21 – Ninoy Aquino Day
12.    Last Monday of August – National Heroesí Day
13.    October 31 – Day of the Dead
14.    November 1 – All Saintsí Day
15.    November 2 – All Soulsí Day
16.    Varies – Eidul Fitr (end of Ramadan)
17.    November 30 – Bonifacio Day
18.    December 25 – Christmas Day
19.    December 30 – Rizal Day
20.    December 31 – Last Day of the Year

Local holidays, are only observed at the specific place where the holiday is coined. Most of these local holidays are dates when a city or town is liberated or founded or made into a city. Like Foundation days, local festivities and festivals, also included are birthdays of saints and some former presidents of the Philippines, which the holiday is only observed in their respective home towns.

Religion in the Philippines is spiritual beliefs practiced by Philippine citizens. Religion holds a central place in the life of the majority of Filipinos.
Religion in the Philippines includes Jewish, Catholics, Muslims, Buddhists, Protestants and animists.

Christianity and Islam have been super imposed on ancient traditions and acculturated. Animism in the other hand lacks better terminology can be used to describe the indigenous spiritual traditions practiced by people in the Philippines during pre-colonial times. Judaism as of 2005 the number of Jews at the very most is 500.
Buddhism in the Philippines is largely confined to the Filipino-Chinese, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Korean and Vietnamese communities.
Several Schools of Buddhism in the Philippines:
ï    Mahayana
ï    Vajrayana
ï    Theravada Buddhist

Christianity arrived in the Philippines with the landing of Ferdinand Magellan in 1521. Roman Catholicism in the Philippines is the predominant religion and the largest Christian denomination estimately to have 81-85% of the population.

Orthodox Church
Orthodoxy has been continuously in the Philippines for more than 200 years. Protestantism arrived in the Philippines with the coming of the Americans at the turn of 20th century.
Islam reached the Philippines in the 14th century with the arrival of the Malaysí and Javanese merchants and Arab merchants from Malaysia and Indonesia although the spreading of Islam in the Philippines is due to the strength of Muslim India. Hinduism also existed in the Philippines for centuries. Atheism and Agnosticism also has small percentages in the population.

The Philippines has a very colorful culture and history. IT was invaded by other countries quite a few times. The Philippines being an archipelago is also rich in natural resources.

Being invaded by different countries, the Philippines don’t have an identity of its own. But once the country got it’s independence it is able to have its own identity and have changed the country’s national symbols accordingly. The national symbols are mainly composed and consist of things that represent Philippine traditions and ideals and convey the principles of sovereignty and national solidarity.

The official national symbols of the Philippines are as follows:
•The flag of the Philippines, the flag’s colors, design and structure are cannot be changed.

•The coat of arms of the Philippines also can’t be re-designed or changed.

•Lupang Hinirang, the Philippine national anthem cannot be re-arranged in any way.

•Sampaguita (Jasminum Sambac) is the national flower of the Philippines. It’s a small, white, fragrant flower. It symbolizes simplicity and purity.

•Narra (Pterocarpus), the national tree of the Philippines. It is chosen to be a national symbol, because of the tree’s durability, strength and sturdiness.

•Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi), is the country’s national bird. It is considered to be critically endangered. Species of this kind in the Philippines are tagged with a micro chip to protect them. People who are caught or traced to hunt and eat them will be put in jail as a punishment.

There are also some unofficial symbols of the Philippines but nevertheless they are recognized by the Philippine government.
They are as follows:

•Cariñosa or Tinikling as the national dance. Symbolizes being graceful.

•Carabao (water buffalo) is the national animal. Because it, being a hardworking animal. It symbolizes industriousness and hardworking.

•Bangus (milk fish), is considered to be the Philippines’ national fish. It symbolizes versatileness. Because this fish can be cooked in many ways.

•Mango is the national fruit. Because it is said that the mango variety in the Philippines is the sweetest variety in the whole world.

•Barong and Baro’t Saya- the Philippine national costume or garb for male and female.

•“Bayan Ko” and “Pilipinas Kong Mahal” are the national songs.

•Arnis and Sipa, as the national sports (games).

•Anahaw (Livistona rotundifolia), the national plant. Because of its usefulness, can be used as a fan, hat or umbrella. Symbolizes the Filipino’s being resourceful.

Official or unofficial, these symbols can tell a story or describe or give preview on how Filipino people are and like.

The national flag of the Philippines is composed of 4 colors; red, blue, white and yellow. It has equal bands of blue and red, with a white equilateral triangle based at the hoist side.

In the center of the triangle is a yellow sun with 8 primary rays, each containing 3 individual rays and at each corner of the triangle is a 5-pointed yellow star.

The flag is displayed with the blue field on top, in times of peace and at times the red field on top in times of war.

The 2 fundamental colors of the Philippine flag are royal blue and scarlet red.

The meanings of the colors of the Philippine national flag are as follows:
The white triangle stands for equality and fraternity, the blue field for peace, trust and justice, and the red field for patriotism and valor.

The 8 primary rays of the sun represent the 8 provinces which declared themselves in state of war as soon as the first revolt was initiated. The 8 provinces are Manila, Cavite, Bulacan, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Bataan, Laguna and Batangas.
The 3 stars represent the 3 major geographical divisions: Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

There are also a few flag protocols in the Philippines. The flag must be flown at half mast as a sign of mourning. Like a death of a president or a former president, historical figures and anyone that is recognized and declared by the Philippine government.