Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Mikey Arroyo criticizes bloggers; wants regulation on Facebook



Original caption from facebook:
"Was buying food for keeps… then we saw Mikey Arroyo in Rustans Liquor Section asking the salesman for a brand of hard alcoholic drink. Effin Crazy! Just a few kilometers away from Katipunan, people are needing help for search and rescue, and there he was buying bottles of alcohol. See for yourself and tell me what you think."













Mikey oh Mikey.. Have you seen this picture taken while he was checking out the good stuff on a liquor store during the tragic weekend? I really can't believe people of pampangga actually voted for this guy. He's done nothing but humiliate himself.

If the picture taken was really him.. then damn Mikey.. shame on you... And if it's not really him.. who cares?! Nothing satisfies my hatred for our beloved government officals' incompetency better than to see them suffer.

It seems like Mikey is on a good streak.. after releasing
insensitive statements about wanting your president to ean in Mcdonalds or Turo turo.. he then went on to National TV trying defend himself on the issue of his mysterious rest house in US... but luckily(for us) he dug himself into deep shit when Winnie Monsod started asking him questions he obviously wasn't prepared a lie for..

Watch this arrogant asshole defend here mother.



Watch him here get humiliated on National TV...


But wait... there's more!!! Our beloved congressman has more to offer.. nothing more than to entertain the Filipino people with his blunders and ill-advised statements.

See the article below re-posted from Daily Tribune

Mikey Arroyo criticizes bloggers; wants regulation on Facebook

Published: September 30, 2009
Presidential son and Pampanga Rep. Juan Miguel “Mikey” Arroyo lashed out at Facebook users on  September 29 for a “malicious attack [on] his personality,” reports the Daily Tribune.

In a text message, Arroyo did not deny that he was out shopping for alcoholic drinks on Saturday while typhoon Ondoy was ravaging Manila. He said that it was impossible for him to stop by Rustan’s Katipunan in Quezon City when the street was impassable because of the flood. “My picture posted at Facebook with a caption saying I was busy shopping for wine at the height of Typhoon Ondoy is another malicious attack at my personality. It is so depressing,” he said.

“On record, I was in MalacaƱang at that time with all my family trying to mobilize rescue and relief operations for people of Metro Manila and for my constituents in my district in Pampanga,” Arroyo said.

The Tribune goes on to say that “instead of resorting to grandstanding gimmickry at his expense,” according to Arroyo, “the bloggers should also busy themselves helping their countrymen who are still reeling from the effects of the worst natural calamity the country had experienced in decades.”

“I hope that Facebook and other like mediums be regulated so they can never be subjected to abuse by some scrupulous people. Facebook is easily susceptible to abuses as people can easily hide their identities,” he stressed.

A photo of a person alleged to be Arroyo buying liquor was posted on websites across the Internet on Sept. 28, but has since been taken down in most sites.


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You know what's funny? Mikey is Atenean... (beat ATENEO.. ANIMO LA SALLE!.. hehe.) PEACE! Just trying to lighten up my mood. hehe. :D

Monday, September 28, 2009

Typhoon Ondoy wrecked havoc over Metro Manila



For all those who want to help and does not have time.. instead of forwarding quotes, jokes and other unnecessary messages, please focus your efforts on donating to the victims through Red Cross Flood Rescue Donations. Thank you.


For those who are not in the Philippines you can donate online. Please follow this link


Tragic Weekend ( Sept 25 - 27, 2009 )

I waited so long for this weekend.. F1 Singapore Grand Prix weekend.. My first F1 experience.. Eventhough we weren't able to get tickets, We were lucky enough to be able to watch and enjoy the F1 cars racing through Marina Circuit ( we found a good view of turn 16 and turn 17 from Marina Center )




But this happiness was short lived.. what supposed to be one of the most memorable and happiest day of my life was quickly drowned from the news I received the following day.. during the hours I was enjoying myself taking photos and video of the F1 cars.. something terrible was about to happen back home. It was when Typhoon Ondoy started pouring rain over Metro Manila.

After I heard the news about the flash flood and the damage it caused over metro manila.. I couldn't even bring myself to post the pictures I got from the Singapore GP which I planned to post immediately so I could brag it to my friends over facebook... this is not the time as I told myself.. How could I be so selfish for even having the thought of posting it knowing that many Filipinos are suffering. The feeling of pity and shock overwhelmed the feeling of thrill and excitement I got from adrenaline of F1 cars passing in front of me.

According to PDI Typhoon Ondoy is the 15th weather disturbance that hit the Philippines in 2009 which poured a total of 455 millimeters of rain in my hometown.. Quezon City.. alone in 24 hours, compared to the 250 millimeters of rain that Hurricane Katrina brought to New Orleans in Louisiana in the United States in 2005.





Ondoy poured a total of 334 millimeters of rain in the first six hours, which is the highest ever recorded rainfall in Metro Manila. Ondoy flooded 80% of Metro Manila (this is according to what I heard..), and covered areas that never experienced flooding before, stranding people on rooftops and bringing death and misery to rich and poor alike ( I saw a Subaru WRX STi na inaanod ng tubig.. ouch.. ) 

Even after the waters subsided, Metro Manila and the outlying regions were largely unprepared to handle the evacuees, the injured, and much less the contamination that the floodwaters brought. Therefore, we all need to help each other. I really wish I could go back home to help but I cant.. :(



As of press time I haven't had any information on the total precipitation of Typhoon Ondoy yet.. but here's the record of the most tragic typhoons and most highest precipitation our country got through history..



Most destructive typhoons in the Philippines

Rank

Storm

Dates of impact

Deaths

Damage

1

November 2-7 , 1991

8000++

P 1.045 B

2

October 30-November 4, 1995

936

P 10.829 B

3

November 10-14, 1990

748

P 10.846 B

4

October 11-15, 1970

768

P 1.89 B

5

November 3-6, 1984

895

P 1.9 B

6

October 15-24 1998

303

P 6.787 B

7

November 23-27, 1987

979

P 1.119 B

8

September 30-October 7, 1993

576

P 8.752 B

9

December 6-19, 1951

991

P 0.7 B



 

Wettest tropical cyclones in the Philippines

Highest known recorded totals

Rank

Precipitation

Measurement

Storm

station

1

July 1911 cyclone

1168.4 mm

46.00 inches

2

1085.8 mm

42.75 inches

3

1012.7 mm

39.87 inches


4

994.6 mm

39.16 inches

Baguio City,Benguet

5

817.9 mm

32.20 inches

6

747.0 mm

29.41 inches

7

723.0 mm

29.46 inches

8

580.5 mm

22.85 inches

9

523.5 mm

20.61 inches

Clark Air Force Base,Angeles City,Pampanga

10

487.4 mm

19.19 inches

Clark Air Force Base,Angeles City,Pampanga

11

483.9 mm

19.05 inches

12

466 mm

18.35 inches

13

452.4 mm

17.81 inches

Clark Air Force Base,Angeles City,Pampanga



again guys.. if you have extras.. please donate. Thanks!

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Thursday, September 17, 2009

Battle of the Cojuangcos : Noynoy Vs. Gibo for President

By: Reggie Balcos (September 17, 2009)


The incoming 2010 Elections seems really tight, I mean, except for Erap ( I think he should be considered as a nuisance candidate. Hehehe… ) 


This September is really crazy… with all the decisions being made. Earlier this month Noynoy announced his candidacy and yesterday, Gilbert Teodoro was elected to be the the standard bearer of Lakas-Kampi beating Bayani Fernando with a big margin (I pity Bayani for looking so stupid.. he's not prepared.. tsk tsk tsk.) 


Noynoy and Gibo are two of the youngest candidates to run for Presidency aged 49 and 45 respectively (let’s just ignore Chiz Escudero (39), he’s just another nuisance candidate.. hehe). For me personally, they seem to be the most capable leader to run our poor country, hopefully, being young and idealistic for that matter, they’re really sincere and genuine with their aim to help the filipino people. Well, ofcourse there’s a little personal ambition behind, but its not that bad.. really.


So what’s the common denominator between Noynoy and Gibo (except that they’re both middle aged man and balding.. hehe)? They share the same ancestors, atleast on their mother side, Cojuangco. Hence, the title of my blog : Battle of the Cojuangcos….. (this is me trying to be creative hehe.)



Noynoy Vs. Gibo


Round 1: Ateneo Vs. La Salle … (hahaha.. hanggang dito ba naman!?)


Actually this got me started on this topic. Noynoy Aquino studied in Ateneo from primary school until he finished AB Economics (wow.. loyalty award) while Gilbert Teodoro graduated from La Salle taking up BS Commerce Major in Financial Institutions. Although Gibo continued his Law studies in UP (he topped the Bar Exams 1989). He then completed his masters degree at the Harvard Law School and was given the first honorary Doctor of Laws degree by West Negros University of Bacolod.. wow.. that was something huh?! Let’s summarize then:


Noynoy
Ateneo de Manila University - AB Economics (1977-1981)


Gibo
Harvard Law School  - Master of Laws , 1996 — 1997
University of the Philippines - Bachelor of Laws , 1985 — 1989 (Dean’s Medal for Academic Excellence)
De La Salle University - BS MFI Commerce , 1981 — 1985


Winner : Gibo  (Wooo hooo Animo La Salle!!! BEAT ATENEO ANIMO LA SALLE!!!)



Round 2: Gee your hair looks terrific challenge.





Gilbert TeodoroNoynoy Aquino


There’s a rumor that these guys does not consume shampoo that much.. well I think it’s a good thing some how the toiletry budget of the president will be adjusted. Hehehe. 


For a middle aged man, does a sky high hairline would be one hell of a problem?! Who cares!? it’s shouldn’t be a problem, you don’t need hair to run a country. :D



Winner : Noynoy (according to our sources, Noynoy consumes less shampoo. Hahaha :D)


** What’s with the Cojuangcos and their hair line anyway? Hehe. Ok naman buhok ni Kris ah!


Round 3:    1st District of Tarlac vs. 3rd District of Tarlac


House of Representative : 1st District of Tarlac 1998 - 2007


Noynoy was elected to the House of Representatives in 1998, representing the 3rd  District of Tarlac. He won re-election in 2001 and 2004, serving until 2007.


During his time in Congress, he served on numerous committees:
(11th Congress)
- the Public Order and Security
- Transportation and Communications
- Agriculture
- Banks and Financial Intermediaries
- Peoples’ Participation
- Suffrage and Electoral Reforms
- Appropriations
- Natural Resources
- Trade and Industry committees


(12th Congress)
- the Civil
- Political and Human Rights
- Good Government
- Public Order and Security
- Inter-Parliamentary Relations and Diplomacy committees


(13th Congress)
- Banks and Financial Intermediaries
- Energy
- Export Promotion
- Public Order and Safety committees


He was also Deputy Speaker from November 2004 to February 2006.


House of Representative : 3rd District of Tarlac 1998 - 2007
Gibo was elected as 1st District Representative in 1998, and extended his term for nine years.


While in congress, Gibo was a proponent of human rights, economic development, and progress.


Winner: Looks like Noynoy is keeping himself busy. Not bad for a 49 year old bachelor.


Round 4: Opposition (Corrupt) vs. Administration (Mas - Corrupt)


Over the years we have been handled by corrupt officials who have no other agenda but to gain power and money from their positions. Well, not all former presidents are corrupt as they claim, former president Corazon Aquino, as they say were never corrupt, are we supposed to applaud her for that?! I mean, aren’t they suppose to be that way from the start?


Anyway, Noynoy is carrying the name of the Aquinos, the late senator, Ninoy, who sacrificed his life (btw, what a dumb move) to fight for democracy and the late president, Cory, who fought and gave democracy to the filipino people (while wearing a yellow dress for that matter) and through her career Cory is known to be the only president who is not corrupt *citation needed hehe. So this is one hell of good thing right?! I mean, you would not expect Noynoy to disrespect his parents’ legacy to the filipino people by becoming a corrupt official himself, so this is one thing to consider.  


As for Gibo, well I don’t really know him so let’s just assume that he’ll be an honest President, someone who is truly sincere and dedicated in leading the filipino people to redemption. Sounds good right?! Now let’s take a moment and think if it really is possible....  Who's side is he in? GMA. Who appointed him as Defense Secretary? GMA. Who’s advise do you think he would still be follow after he won the presidency? GMA. Now ask me again if he is potentially a corrupt president.. :D do the math! 


Winner : Noynoy






Round 5: http://gibo.ph Vs. http://noynoyaquino.com


Internet nowadays is one of the most popular media. So it's important for them if they have their own space in the internet. To boast their credentials and to share their opinions to the filipinos.


If you want more info about the two candidates for presidency.. you can visit their website. 


Winner : I like Gibo's website better.. ganda ng banner eh.. tsaka may ".ph" sa domain name. haha. Patriotic. :D





Round 6: SWS Surveys


First SWS Survey conducted with Noynoy included. How come Gibo is not there?!?! Well don’t be surprised, Gibo is not doing very well in Surveys. I think after his announcement yesterday, we will see more of him in the survey. Hopefully, Gibo will give us a good fight.





Winner:  Noynoy 


After 6 rounds of deliberations.. my winner is Noynoy  ( 4 out of 6 ). If ever you're wondering why I didn't even bother putting up their political platforms against each other or their plans on how to lead our country.. I mean, it sound like its sooo important.. but I really don't think it would still matter (basta wag lang yung plataporma ni Bayani Fernando. I'll be talking about that soon. ;D )


So guys.. please think well before casting your votes.




(my views are pure opinions and may be wrong)