DWDM Pinas FM 95.5: Funbansang Selebrasyon

DWDM Pinas 5.5 Funbansang Selebrasyon

THE FM radio station DWDM Pinas FM 95.5 will celebrate its first year anniversary with a big bang on May 28 and 29 dubbed as “Fun-bansang Selebrasyon” at New Era University’s Open Field. The two-day event will be filled with fun, music, food, trade fair, raffle prizes and surprises, too!

INC Unity Games 2012 finals: Vitaliano prepares for Gold Medal in Tennis

Dennis O. Vitaliano Jr. and his tennis stance

DENNIS O. VITALIANO JR., a Kadiwa (youth, more than 18 years old), from Lagro, Metro Manila Central sets his mind for Gold Medal in lawn tennis today in the much-awaited final rounds of Iglesia Ni Cristo Unity Games at Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila.

INC Unity Games 2012 Final Games set

INC Unity Games Logo

THE INC Unity Games 2012 semi-final and final games are ready today and on May 26 in Rizal Memorial Stadium and other sports facilities near the area.

Alvarado and his painting “Mother and Child”

FOR SALE: Alvarado's "Mag-Iloy" 

Iconic Negrense social realist painter Nunelucio “Nune” Alvarado (1950) is regarded as one of the most prominent contemporary artists in the Philippines. He has won numerous international critical acclaim for his powerful works that mostly portrayed the life and struggles of Negros Occidental’s working class.

Alvarado’s art is a panorama of Philippine life that ranges from the decorative aspects of Negros life such as the colorful fruits and vegetables found in the market; the simple family life that utilizes the bright prints and patterns under the Visayan sun; and on the darker side, the evils of environmental, social and cultural degradation of which he is known for as a social realist.

Recognized for his unique and distinct style of bright-eyed squat and squared figures that employ strong vivid colors and dark lines, Alvarado frequently applies powerful psycho-sexual symbols with a touch of the surreal as he depicts the plight of sugarcane workers, fishermen and traders found in his native Negros Occidental.

According to Janice Busil of News Today, “Alvarado's creations are a bit similar to that of the legendary artist Pablo Picasso. Black is prominent in his pieces, even in murals, and is oftentimes accompanied by a bright color.”

In 1992 he was among the Thirteen Artist awardees of the Cultural Center of the Philippines and twice a recipient of the Philippine Art Awards (Philip Morris Art Awards). In 2004 he was honored with the Patnubay ng Sining at Kalinangan sa Larangan ng Pintura Award by the CCP.

Alvarado has over 50 solo exhibitions and participated in numerous group exhibitions both here and abroad including the prestigious Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo, the Queensland Art Gallery and the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, USA. His works are also part of the collection of the Singapore Art Museum. 

“Mag-Iloy,” the Mother and Child Painting of Alvarado

Alvarado portrays the pain of the working class but he also does not miss the strong family bond that exists amidst the struggles and sacrifices of daily life. Along these lines, the artist has worked on numerous Mother and Child canvasses such as “Mag-Iloy”, 2011, a 60cm X 45.5cm oil on canvas.

Here we find a son locked in the embrace of his winged mother, either alluding to the son’s desperate cling to the spirit of a dead mother or the mother is portrayed as angelic in her selfless love. The work is a warm picture of comfort and protection in typical Alvarado style.

Mothers portray a vital role in our society, honored worldwide not only during Mother’s day but in our daily lives. Alvarado’s “Mag-Iloy” is a mother’s journey with her child, a perfect gift to your mother, your wife, your grandmother, even to a newlywed couple or your own family.

To purchase this rare and limited canvas, please contact us.

DOST installs new Doppler radar in Catanduanes

By Framelia V. Anonas

S&T Media Service

The Doppler radar in Bato, Catanduanes. (Photo by Henry A. de Leon, S&T)

THE Department of Science and Technology (DOST), through the sponsorship of the Japan International Cooperation Agency(JICA), installed yesterday a new Doppler radar in Bato, Catanduanes. Set in a very strategic location, the Doppler faces the Pacific Ocean and lies in the Bicol area where 90 percent of typhoons pass through this corridor every year. The Doppler radar functions as a sentry that monitors weather conditions that affect not only Bicolandia and the Visayas but most areas in the western side of the archipelago.

“The Doppler radar serves as a sentinel. It is always on guard to provide valuable info on incoming typhoon,” said DOST Secretary Mario Montejo. “Its installation in a highly strategic location like in Bato, Catanduanes is very vital to the government’s disaster preparedness and mitigation program.”

The new Doppler radar is equipped with advanced features such as more extensive weather monitoring, rainfall measurement, and destructive winds tracking. The radar comes with state-of-the-art solid state transmitter that can transmit and analyze information in real time.

Through the Doppler radar, DOST’s Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s (PAG-ASA) will be able to detect and track rain-clouds and potential thunderstorms more accurately.

President Benigno Aquino III who inaugurated the project expressed the importance of the Doppler project which he personally pushed, and was attentive to Sec. Montejo’s presentation on the long-term plans on radar systems that are capable of rainfall forecast.

“The DOST is steadfast in its commitment to improve weather forecasting and timeliness of detecting weather conditions,” said Sec. Montejo. “It is our aim to minimize human casualty during weather disturbances.”

Two more Doppler radars will be established to complement the system—one in Aparri, Cagayan province and another in Guiuan, Samar province to be installed in December this year and in September 2013, respectively.

The Doppler radar which costs about P580 million was funded by grant aid from the JICA. The total project cost totals to P1.7 billion.

INC Giving in the community of Pilot, QC

INC Giving  held in MRB Covered Court, Pilot, Commonwealth, QC

IN the spirit of community building and humanity, Iglesia Ni Cristo Giving was recently rendered in the community of Pilot, Quezon City.  This was a whole Sunday of giving back and reaching out to the community.  Given with love and team effort among the members of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, BUKLOD MMC, Barangay Commonwealth, doctors, dentists, volunteers, SCAN International, Sanctuary Choir and Project 2 & 3 Chorale, Velasco Brothers, ANLENE, ACTIV, iLight and other support service providers.

Registration in the INC Giving for Multiple Services

The charity services given were: 

•   Community Cleaning and Beautification Drive
•   720 patients served in medical services with free medicines
•   215 patients provided dental services
•   625 kids nourished
•   800 children enriched with fun and shows
•   62 kids & adults got free haircut
•   692 completed free bone scanning
•   120 attended in the livelihood training
•   64 sought legal advice
•   180 job seekers assisted in Job Fair
•   700 guests attended the gift of music and praises in the Musical Evangelical Mission

This is indeed a social responsibility act of the Iglesia Ni Cristo members to its community partners through act of kindness and sharing of expertise, gifts, talents and blessings that may support a better bonding in the neighborhood.  

Doctors serving the patients during the INC Giving

Free Haircut in INC Giving

Music and praises with Sanctuuary Choir

New graduates sought for new work in Job/ Career Fair with KADIWA

Sharing gifts of music with Project 2 & 3 Chorale conducted by Bro. Michael Ben Tiamson

The updates can be seen in the Official Fanpage of INC Giving Philippines and at the Official website.

Free Bone Scanning in cooperation with ANLENE

Free entertainment with Velasco Brothers

Even a kid can do Beads Jewelry Making in this Free Livelihood Training

Sis. Patricia Pena posed with Bro. Genesis Lapira, the BUKLOD MMC president while making  Puto Pao

Successful Iglesia ni Cristo’s Evangelical Mission realized in Manila

Allen Mollen, an English guy from London, England attended the evangelical mission

"Di mahulugang karayom,” a Filipino term used to say numerous or voluminous crowd and this may be the best description of the huge quantity of attendees of this big event held today in the Iglesia ni Cristo’s Grand Evangelical Mission at the Quirino Grandstand, Luneta, Manila.

It is real hot and yet voluminous crowd with colorful umbrellas in Luneta, Manila

The attendees of this GEM2012 event can be seen from Quirino Grandstand up to Taft Avenue and UN Avenue. People are everywhere. Foreigners inside the Manila Hotel are curious what's happening outside.

In Facebook, Michael Suguitan spotted a foreign attendee Allen Mollen from London, England who came to this event all by himself out of his curiosity in the massive gathering.

Attendees are everywhere in every avenue in Luneta Park, Manila

Another successful event in the history of Iglesia ni Cristo’s campaign and a realization of worldwide intensified propagation of the words of God. Praise and glory be to God!

Millions of guests are invited in INC’s Bible Expo at Quirino Grandstand

Iglesia ni Cristo's choir members in preparation for the  Bible Expo

MANILA, Philippines – Today, millions of people are estimated to attend and watch the Iglesia ni Cristo’s Grand Evangelical Mission in Quirino Grandstand, Luneta, Manila starting 5:00 PM.  

This is in line with the church’s theme this year: “Intensified Propagation of the Words of God.”

The theme is cascaded in their worldwide evangelical ministry and this nationwide event is to be held in different venues and landmarks of the Philippines like Rizal Park. 

Aerial view of earlier bus parking near Quirino Grandstand

According to www.inquirer.net, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) earlier announced that ahead of the 5 PM gathering, Katigbak Drive, South Drive and Independence Road will be closed to traffic from 12 noon onwards.  MMDA also said that parking areas around the vicinity of the Quirino Grandstand will be made available for motorists Tuesday and advised to stay away from this area if no important business schedule to be done.

This big happening is going live via video streaming at www.dzem954.com

5 Girls and a Dad: NET25’s First Drama series

Monday could be the busiest day in a week, but the media including bloggers, reporters and photographers were all excited in the recent press conference of NET25’s first “teleserye” offering going mainstream on prime time and competing with other big television networks.

“This is the first major drama series of NET 25’s Entertainment TV Division which aims to deliver more quality programs for Eagle Broadcasting Corporation and the viewing public this year,” explained Art de Guzman Jr., Eagle Broadcasting Corporation president and chief operating officer.
 

5 Girls and a Dad, a light family drama focusing on Filipino family values, written by award winning novelist and screenplay writer Lualhati Bautista (Bata, Bata Paano ka Ginawa?, Dekada '70) under the direction of Elson Montalbo. 

“We need something new, something different, something fresh. This is without violence, bad behavior, kidnapping and conflicts that you can see in all other stories. You can see all these in news every day,” Lualhati Bautista, the story writer of the drama said.

Art de Guzman, EBC pres. & ceo

Respected character actor Richard Quan plays the lead role of Lorenzo "Enzo" Legaspi, a taxi-operator/driver. He takes care of his five daughters: Dixie Nedic (Mimay, the eldest), Kate Nizedel (Anna Lisa), Abby Quilnat (Alex), Chesca "Cruzita" Salcedo (Valerie, the child with autism).

The beauty-queen turned actress Precious Lara Quigaman plays the role of Veron, Enzo’s wife who pass away after giving birth to their fifth child, Angel.

"Mahirap palang maging tatay, lalo na sa mga anak na babae, mahirap magpalaki ng babae, mas iniingatan. As a parent, you must really inculcate good values. Communication is very important. You must also earn their trust. Enzo is not perfect, he has flaws, but he tries to be a good father," the actor said.

Lualhati Bautista, the writer (second from left), Elson Montalbo, director (right) and bloggers Stephanie Mayo and Juliet Z. Cruz (left & second from right respectively)

Leo Martinez (Jupiter, Veron's father) and Vangie Labalan, (Venus, Enzo's mother) are also in the cast. "This new series is very timely. It will make you laugh and cry. It will make you love your parents even more and appreciate their sacrifices.

The Pinoy Bloggers with Richard Quan (fourth from left)

Each episode will bring enlightenment and a better understanding of the relationship that goes between a father and a daughter.

It started airing on January 23, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Catch the simulcast screening at Oreta Sports Complex in Malabon on January 27!

Are you sync with Juan’s time?

Few more hours left before the year ends, the Department of Science and Technology recommends public to synchronize all watches to Philippine Standard Time (PST) for the New Year’s Eve countdown!

All media especially TV networks and cities around the country hold similar New Year’s Eve celebration culminating with the traditional midnight countdown.

According to DOST Secretary Mario G. Montejo, it is imperative that organizers of various New Year’s Eve countdown should refer to a standard time which is the PST so that the whole nation can simultaneously celebrate the coming of the new year.

Just this year, DOST through its attached agencies such as the Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII), and the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) launched Juan Time, a national advocacy campaigning for the synchronization of all time pieces with the PST in all government and private offices.

DOST-PAGASA, being the designated official time keeper by virtue of the Batas Pambansa Blg. 8 Sec.6., is equipped with the timing device system consisting of a rubidium atomic clock, and a Global Positioning System receiver that precisely adjust PST accordingly.

The campaign was received by many government institutions including the Department of Education which came with a Department Order no. 86 urging all offices and schools under DepEd to synchronize all time pieces to the PST.

Recently, the City Government of San Pablo and the DOST Regional Office in Davao adopted the campaign while private companies have already expressed interest.

“We hope that the whole nation will join and synchronize our watches and other time pieces with the PST so we can all celebrate the New Year’s Eve countdown as one nation.”


Source: Joy M. Lazcano, S&T Media Service, STII