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The power of words and reading

My favorite quotation on reading and books is from former US president Barack Obama, who said in a 2017 interview on what books mean to him: “…(reading) reintroduced me to the power of words as a way to figure out who you are and what you think, and what you believe, and what’s important, and to sort through and interpret this swirl of events that is happening around you every minute.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Mac Tallo: A dominant force in the local basketball scene

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Undoubtedly, Mac Jayven Tallo, popularly known as “Spida Mac” Tallo, is one of the finest guards in the local basketball scene. In addition to being an elite point guard, Tallo has had an undoubtedly tumultuous basketball career. Most recently, the 30-year-old Cebuano point guard has been in the news for the controversy he.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Phoenix rises from 21-point hole to stay alive vs Hotshots

The Phoenix Fuel Masters flipped the script in the second half and successfully clawed back from a 21-point second quarter deficit to force a Game 4 in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup semifinals against the Magnolia Hotshots, 103-85, Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

Big start nets Del Monte 5-point cushion in PAL Interclub golf tilt

Del Monte positioned itself for a potential rare sweep of the PAL Interclub golf team titles by amassing 109 points at the Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club Friday, gaining a five-point lead over Eastridge in the first round of the Men’s Regular tournament in Cagayan de Oro City......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

With help from Paul Lee, Raymond Almazan rules inaugural 3-Point Shootout for bigs

Raymond Almazan credits former teammate Paul Lee for some valuable tips as he tops the first-ever Big Men Three-Point Shootout during the PBA All-Star Weekend.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Room to improve: Oftana still wants to be better after 3-Point Shootout reign

TNT's Calvin Oftana dethrones Paul Lee for the Guards/Wings Three-Point Shootout crown during the PBA All-Star Weekend in Bacolod City.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Southwoods rallies to rule PAL Interclub

Manila Southwoods rode on a hot start to overcome a five-point deficit and cruise to a 13-point victory in the 75th Philippine Airlines Men’s Regular Invitational at the Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club yesterday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Del Monte edges closer to crown, leads by 18

Del Monte all but secured the PAL Seniors Interclub crown with a superb 155-point output, storming away from the pack with a commanding 18-point lead over Canlubang after three rounds of play back at their home turf in Bukidnon Saturday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

UP Fighting Maroons reloads at the point guard spot by recruiting UAAP Mythical Five guard Rey Remogat

UP Fighting Maroons reloads at the point guard spot by recruiting UAAP Mythical Five guard Rey Remogat.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Oftana new 3-point King

TNT’s Calvin Oftana’s career is really on an upward trajectory. From PBA champion to Asian Games gold medalist, Oftana now owns the title PBA Three-point King......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

Meralco s Almazan rules 3-point showcase for big men in PBA All-Star weekend

The inaugural 3-point shooting contest for bigs got a little rock 'n roll to it......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Manila Southwoods roars back, claims 9th Interclub crown

Manila Southwoods battled back from a five-point deficit with a strong start then concluded with a stronger finish for 111 points, fashioning out an imposing 13-point triumph over Eastridge in the PAL Interclub Men’s regular tournament......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Del Monte romps to 17-point Seniors Interclub breakthrough

Del Monte's relentless pursuit of a first PAL Seniors Interclub glory remained unscathed, romping away with a decisive 17-point victory over Canlubang despite posting its worst round of 141 in four days at the Pueblo de Oro Golf and Country Club in Cagayan de Oro Sunday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 25th, 2024

Local art gallery provides ‘jump-off point’ for homegrown artists

Local art gallery provides ‘jump-off point’ for homegrown artists.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

What keeps you from sharing your needs with others?

What keeps you from sharing your needs with others? What can you do today to reach out to someone else and help shoulder their burden?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

[Vantage Point] NGCP – what’s wrong with it?

The financials of NGCP's major shareholder, SGP, illustrate the corporation's financial health.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

STATEMENT | On USec. Paul Gutierrez’s Red-tagging of Journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio

This is exactly what we mean by red-tagging: a senior government official linking civilians to alleged communist groups without proof. May we remind Mr. Gutierrez that Ms. Cumpio is contesting the charges filed against her in court and has yet to be convicted. There is absolutely no point for anyone, more so a high government official, to forget that “everyone is innocent until proven in a court of law.” The post STATEMENT | On USec. Paul Gutierrez’s Red-tagging of Journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

2.4M Dabawenyos working as of Oct 2023

The October 2023 Preliminary Employment report by the Philippine Statistics Authority-Davao Region (PSA-Davao) reveals that 64 percent of the 3.780 million Dabawenyos aged 15 and above are part of the labor force, indicating that 2.42 million individuals are employed. This represents a 1.8 percentage point increase from the previous year. The report also highlights a 97.1 percent employment rate in the Davao Region as of October 2023, with a 2.9 percent unemployment rate, lower than the national average. Despite this, the region still maintains the highest employment rate in the Philippines. Additionally, the report compares employment rates across different regions, with Soccsksargen, Barmm, Central Luzon, CAR, Caraga, Western Visayas, Cagayan Valley, Mimaropa, and Central Visayas surpassing the national average. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm) records the highest labor force participation rate among 17 regions, while the Zamboanga Peninsula has the lowest rate. The data is collected through the Labor Force Survey (LFS) conducted quarterly and monthly by the PSA central office and its regional statistical services offices. The Davao Region, with nearly 6 million inhabitants, remains the 7th most populous region in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Spy Wednesday

What significant event took place on the Wednesday of the Holy Week? If Maundy Thursday was all about the Last Supper, the betrayal of Jesus, etc. and Good Friday was all about the kangaroo trial, torture and crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ and Easter Sunday was the glorious resurrection of our Lord, what, I wondered, happened on the Wednesday before......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

What to Watch for at China s High-Profile Meetings

BEIJING - One burning issue dominates as the 2024 session of China's legislature gets underway this week: the economy.The National People's Congress annual meeting, which opens Tuesday, is being closely watched for any signals on what the ruling Communist Party might do to reenergize an economy that is sagging under the weight of expanded government controls and the bursting of a real-estate bubble.That i.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024