Lifted from Joel Lopez 30 November 2024 Filipino Boys Carrying Water In  Bamboo Poles 1912

29 November 2024 The pre-colonial Ilocanos, also known as the Iloko people, were a vibrant and resilient group inhabiting the northwestern coast of Luzon in the Philippines. While much of their history is shrouded in the mists of time, we can glean insights from archaeological evidence, early Spanish accounts, and surviving oral traditions.   Early Settlements and Trade   Archaeological evidence suggests that the Ilocanos were present in the region long before the arrival of the Spanish. The Ilocos region, with its fertile plains and coastal access, was a natural hub for trade. The Ilocanos were known to engage in extensive trade with neighboring groups, including the Igorots, Tingguians, and other Cordillerans, as well as with Southeast Asian, Chinese, and Japanese traders. This trade network brought in goods like gold, wax, silk, textiles, rice, cotton, wine, iron, glass beads, ceramics, and stone and clay jars.   A Society of Skilled Craftspeople   The Ilocanos ...

29 November 2024 The Pre-colonial Ilonggo people, also known as the Ilonggo-Bisaya, were a significant indigenous group in the Philippines, primarily inhabiting the islands of Panay and Guimaras, as well as parts of Negros Occidental. Their history and culture are fascinating, though shrouded in some mystery.   The Maragtas and its Controversies   Much of what we know about the pre-colonial Ilonggo is based on the Maragtas, a document purportedly written in early times that details the arrival of ten Bornean datus to Panay. However, the Maragtas is considered by some scholars to be more folk history than accurate historical record. It has multiple versions and includes fantastical elements, making it difficult to verify its historical accuracy.   Archaeological Evidence Offers Clues   Archaeological discoveries in Iloilo, particularly in Oton, Cabatuan, and Dingle, provide evidence that the Ilonggo people were present long before the Maragtas' traditional date of 125...

26 November 2024 STATEMENT November 26, 2024 This is a reply to the statement issued by the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) on order of Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin dated November 23, 2024. The Marcos administration's insistence that the President's life is under active threat is ominous. I raise this caution as the President and his sycophants aggressively sell a narrative based entirely on my statement, which is taken out of its logical context. There is absolutely no flesh on the bone, and despite the absence of a reliable investigation, authorities were quick to consider this a national security concern. The diametric contrast and inaction are displayed when I have expressed in previous months threats to my person and continuing threats to the life of OVP personnel. Tossing the word 'assassin' into this issue makes things even more terrifying - and especially because I never used that term during my recent consternation against the Marcos administrati...

25 November 2024 "THE dead body was found 22 November but only reported today? Something’s fishy, really fishy." ~EB Jugalbot *** The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has confirmed that Col. Rolando Escalona Jr. of the Judge Advocate General’s Service (JAGS) was found dead in his quarters at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City. In a statement sent to the Philippines News Agency Sunday, AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla said the body of Escalona was found in the early hours of Nov. 22. Padilla said the AFP and Philippine National are conducting a “thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.”

28 November 2024 PRESIDENT RODRIGO ROA DUTERTE   22 November 2024 Basics are the Building Blocks of Life By Mike FW Waldorf Mastering the basics provides a solid foundation for navigating life's complexities. Equipped with these essential skills and knowledge, we will be better prepared to adapt to new situations, think critically and solve problems, make informed decisions, and stay resilient in the face of challenges. It is therefore imperative to prioritize foundational learning. Sadly, I find myself faced with type of learners to be at the opposite extremes of the learning spectrum; some grossly lacking the basics and some overly bored for knowing the basics. Investing time in basic education pays lifelong dividends, empowering us to develop a strong work ethic, cultivate curiosity and lifelong learning, build confidence and self-reliance, and finally thrive in an ever-changing world.

25 November 2024 The Country of Mai, also known as the Kingdom of Mai, was a pre-colonial kingdom located on the island of Mindoro in the Philippines. Its existence is documented in Chinese historical records, particularly the "Chu Fan Chih" (A Record of the Barbarians), written in 1225 by Zhao Rugua, a Chinese diplomat and scholar.   Here's what we know about the Country of Mai based on historical records:   - Location: The Country of Mai was located on the island of Mindoro, which is situated south of Luzon and west of the Visayas. - Trade: The Kingdom of Mai was known for its active trade with China, particularly the province of Fukien. Its primary exports included gold, beeswax, pearls, and other exotic goods. - Relations with the Ryukyu Kingdom: The Country of Mai also had a trade relationship with the Ryukyu Kingdom, which was part of the Yamato Empire (ancient Japan). This relationship suggests connections with other Southeast Asian kingdoms. - Founded around 1225...

25 November 2024 Lifted from Romeo Caylo Jr The context. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DbcNQo3Jo/?mibextid=oFDknk 𝑫𝒐 𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝑾𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝑲𝒏𝒐𝒘 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒕𝒉? Editorial: Tio Moreno As DepEd Secretary, VP Inday Sara Duterte was under the president’s power of supervision and control, which limited her actions. This is why, for two years, VP Sara remained silent to follow the rules. Her resignation marks the end of the president’s power of supervision and control over her. So, when VP Sara resigned as DepEd Secretary, this administration knew it marked the beginning of her counterattack against the relentless demolition jobs targeting her. However, to restrict her movements further, PNP Chief Marbil removed her security detail. Recognize that the Vice Presidential Protection Division (VPPD), placed under the PNP-PSPG (Police Security and Protection Group) by order of NAPOLCOM, was specifically established to ensure the Vice President's security is independent of interfere...

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24 November 2024 Some Filipinos are not Filipinos.  Not by heart, not by spirit.  By turning blind to what ails The country, swarmed by the  Hives and hides of evildoers.  They treat the right, wrong  And the wrong, right.  Their ideology is founded in darkness  Their loyalty is to men without principles. They rather trust men than God. ©️ Leah C Dancel  Photo supplied by JevieLyn Peralta TN

23 November 2024 President Rodrigo Roa Duterte I AM NOT A FILIPINO FOR NOTHING 🇵🇭  A man who stands for the filipinos. I am lucky to have witnessed to the one of a lifetime leadership during Duterte's regime. Few people do not appreciate him it may be because they've only seen on what is it in his bad side. We all do, we have our own downsides, who haven't. However his being tough and staight to the rules by, is being governed by the constitution, no wonder that he stands out among all of the nations as a leader as he garnered as the most exceptional "very high rating"as president.  Philippines, on the presidency of Rodrigo Duterte has been conducted by various pollsters from 2016 to 2022. Duterte retained his popularity throughout his term, and became the Philippines' most trusted official immediately after he was being elected as president up until the end of his term. Duterte re-directed the filipino mindset to be patriotic again, to be mindful of our ri...

Lifted from I Love Vigan City via Grace Celeste Chan Abbu  𝑳𝒆𝒕'𝒔 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒊𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒂 𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒓𝒆! The 𝐒𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐫𝐞 stands strong and true, shielding us from storms and disasters too. Don't destroy its beauty; protect our future, protect the land.⛰️ Preserving biodiversity, supporting communities, and combating deforestation for a sustainable future—Sierra Madre is our key!✨ It is also the longest mountain range in the Philippines. It serves as the eastern backbone of Luzon. Spanning over 540 kilometers (340 mi), extending from Cagayan province in the north to Quezon province in the south. 𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬?  The Sierra Madre mountain is often called a "fortress" because it functions as a natural protective barrier for the areas it surrounds from various environmental and climatic threats. 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒌 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒖𝒔 𝑺𝒊𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒂 𝑴𝒂𝒅𝒓...

17 November 2024 Lifted from Joel Lopez  The cultural significance of golden jewelry in pre-colonial Visayan clothing is multifaceted and deeply intertwined with their social structure, beliefs, and artistic traditions. Unfortunately, detailed written records from that era are scarce, leaving us to interpret the significance based on archaeological findings, oral histories, and comparisons with similar cultures. However, we can make some informed inferences:   - Status and Wealth: Gold, being a rare and precious metal, was undoubtedly a symbol of wealth and high social standing. The quantity and quality of gold jewelry worn would have indicated a person's affluence and position within their community. Elaborate pieces, intricate designs, and the use of large amounts of gold would have signaled elite status. - Tribal Identity and Affiliation: Different Visayan tribes likely had distinct styles and designs in their gold jewelry. Specific patterns, motifs, and techniques c...

17 November 2024 Lifted from Joel Lopez  Photo credit from the owner  Datu Paduhinog, also known as Datu Paduhinog Irong-Irong, was one of the ten Bornean datus who, according to the Maragtas, fled the tyranny of Sultan Makatu Nao in Borneo and settled in Panay Island, Philippines.   Here's what we can glean from the search results:   - Arrival in Panay: The ten datus, led by Datu Puti, sailed to Panay Island in search of a new home. They encountered the Aeta people, the indigenous inhabitants of the island, and negotiated the purchase of the land for a golden salakot (hat) and a gold necklace.  - Division of Land: After settling in Panay, the ten datus divided the island among themselves. Datu Paduhinog is associated with the region of Irong-Irong, which corresponds to present-day Iloilo.  - "Irong-Irong": This part of his name, "Irong-Irong," is often translated as "long nose" or "pointed nose." It may have been a descriptive nickname or ...

17 November 2024 Lifted from Joel Lopez  The Story of Maragtas The Maragtas is a captivating story that tells the tale of the ten Bornean datus who fled their homeland and established a new life in the Philippines. It's a blend of history and legend, passed down through generations in oral tradition, and offers a glimpse into the early origins of the Visayan people.   Here's a summarized version of the Maragtas story:   The Journey Begins:   - Oppression in Borneo: The story begins in Borneo, where ten datus, noblemen with their families and followers, were living under the tyrannical rule of Sultan Makatu Nao. - Seeking a New Home: The datus, tired of the sultan's oppressive rule, decided to escape and find a new home where they could live in peace and freedom. - The Voyage: They embarked on a perilous journey, sailing across the treacherous seas in search of a suitable land.   Arrival in Panay:   - Encountering the Aetas: After a long and arduous voya...

Lifted from Taga Mindanao Mt. Kulago Impasug-ong BUKIDNON  Taga Mindanao Link https://www.facebook.com/share/r/PGD73TPw1KsXNETj/

Lifted from the Archlight The case of the POT CALLING THE KETTLE BLACK Sinabi ni Pangulong Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. na hindi haharangin ng kanyang administrasyon ang International Criminal Court (ICC) sa pag-iimbestiga sa kampanya kontra droga ng administrasyon ni Duterte ngunit hindi rin ito makikipagtulungan. Ito ay matapos hamunin ni dating Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte ang ICC na magsagawa ng agarang imbestigasyon sa kanyang drug war, na iniuugnay sa pagkamatay ng libu-libong tao, sa isang pagdinig ng House Quad Committee (QuadComm) noong Miyerkules.

Lifted from BUY ME A COFFEE ONE LAST DANCE WITH THE EAGLE Jun Abines Rodrigo Roa Duterte is not just a former President of the Republic of the Philippines. He is the most beloved president by the Filipino people ever. The man is a living legend. His accomplishment is beyond description. He showed the world that Filipinos can be great leaders in their own unique way and more. Former President Duterte have shattered the myth that Philippines is beyond redemption. That if we elect a leader who truly loves his country, nothing is impossible. On the other hand, Rodrigo Roa Duterte is the worst enemy one can find. He is most feared by corrupts and criminals alike. He shook the knees of oligarchs, the media, the lefts and the Catholic church. Rodrigo Duterte is the ultimate description of what a fearless leader should look like. Even the Deep State is wary of him. From 2016 to 2022, Duterte exceeded beyond expectations of what a great leader can accomplish in 6 short years. The only mistake h...

14 November 2024 By Jose Alejandrino  The Bongbong government plan is proceeding according to what I had long suspected is its plan to destroy the Dutertes politically. Phase 1 - Get Trillanes and De Lima to reopen the EJK file. Phase 2 - Congress to begin hearings by the Quad Com summoning Rodrigo Duterte which will find him guilty. Trillanes to submit report of guilt to the ICC. Phase 3 - Thanks to Exec Sec Lucas Bersamin, he revealed the third phase. In the news report by the Philippine Star, Bersamin is quoted as saying: “… if the ICC refers the process to Interpol, which may then transmit a red notice to the Philippine authorities, the government will feel obliged to consider the red notice as a request to be honored in which case the domestic law enforcement agencies shall be bound to accord full cooperation to the Interpol pursuant to established protocols.” Notice the word “shall” used by Bersamin which means it is mandatory. The Philippines no longer has sovereignty and j...

14 November 2024 KUDËN (Kud'n) ang tawag sa wikang Magindanawn (Magindanon).  Mas masarap ang kanin na niluto sa apoy na may kahoy na panggatung o uling kaysa niluto sa rice cooker.

9 November 2019 lifted from the writing of Melany  Amante Mabao Maguindanao too irresistible not to share.  How beautifully crafted by your magic pen. The description is beyond dreaming. A vision of a paradise! - Leah C Dancel,  9 November 2024 Deep inside the woods, the thick foliage draped over the wide clearing within.It hung gloriously from the mighty branches of the towering trees around. A spellbinding beauty of green leafy canopy that shades you from the heat and glare of the sunlight.  Standing in the middle of several massive wood trunks...I'm savouring with delight, the beauty of nature. I am drowning in the freshness of the natural woody scents coming from the tree barks, combined with the smell of the mossy earth. The abundance of light green moss carpeted the ground and seemed to have crawled and covered several large protruding roots. The temperature here is much cooler than the outside and it  permeated through the pores of my skin.I inhaled long...

8 November 2024 Why TRUMP WON, HIS 12 TENETS By Jose Alejandrino * Make America great again. * America First. * Fair Trade, not Free Trade. * No more wars. * Unity, not division. * I’ll be the president of all Americans, whether they voted for me or not. * Never forget God, without Him nothing is possible, with Him everything is possible. God is our strength. * I’ll clean the swamp, revamp and reorganize the bureaucracy. * Goodbye to liberalism and globalism. * I’ll fight for you, the working people. * Corruption must end. No aid to corrupt countries. * No more free lunches. I hope Bongbong and Martin Romualdez and the corrupt officials in the Philippine government are listening. Watch and see what Trump will do.

5 November 2024 Lifted from Ray Ray Facts about LUPANG 🇵🇭🎼 HINIRANG "Because you're Filipino, you should know this." "Lupang Hinirang" ("Chosen Land"), originally titled in Spanish as "Marcha Nacional Filipina" ("Philippine National March"), and commonly and informally known by its incipit "Bayang Magiliw" ("Beloved Country"), is the national anthem of the Philippines. Its music was composed in 1898 by Julián Felipe, and the lyrics were adopted from the Spanish poem "Filipinas", written by José Palma in 1899. National anthem of the PhilippinesAlso known as"Marcha Nacional Filipina" (original title of the march composed by Julián Felipe) "Filipinas" (original title of the poem written by José Palma) Lyrics: José Palma (original Spanish lyrics), 1899 Felipe Padilla de León (Tagalog lyrics), 1956 Music: Julián Felipe, 1898 Adopted June 12, 1898 (music) 1899 (Spanish lyrics) May 26, 1...