tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70361652749635359862009-10-31T22:21:19.073+08:00Red Dot Pinoyshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05398726467570084930noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-38975937697024111082009-05-13T15:12:00.023+08:002009-05-13T17:18:43.054+08:00

Since last week, in PinoyITdotSG (a yahoo group of Filipino IT professionals here), there has been a series of intense posts about a recent food poisoning. A member reported an incident related to the party he held on May 2 for his child's birthday. According to him, almost 25 of his guests, allegedly, needed medical attention after consuming food that were prepared/cooked by a Filipina caterer.

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Rev. Fr Angel Luciano, affectionately known as Father Angel, is the one and only Filipino priest in Singapore. His dedication, kindness and guidance gives us hope especially during this uncertain times. He is the usual "takbuhan" if we face loneliness and hopelessness. His humor especially during homily makes us feel at home again, as if we are back in the Philippines with our family and loved

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There has never been a better time to soak up Singapore's waterfront experience - and the latest attraction there, the Marina Barrage, takes this to a whole new level.Sure, a ride in a glass-fronted capsule on the nearby Singapore Flyer will give you a quick high, but the panoramic views at the $226-million barrage are something you can take in at your leisure, with nothing between you and the

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Source: The New Paper, 10th October 2008It looked like a happy gathering of friends of different nationalities.Countries like Nepal, China, Myanmar, the Philippines, India and Sri Lanka - they were all well-represented:Adelfa Abregana of the PhilippinesMr Zaw Bo from MyanmarChina national Michael Luand Mr Thaw Lin Tun of MyanmarExcept that the atmosphere was tense and far from pleasant.These

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Over the years, I've been hearing stories from local and pinoy friends about dubious landlords. Just recently, I've spoken to a fellow pinoy who was having a problem collecting his deposit from the landlord. The following story surely tops my list, hands down.Source: The New Paper, 8th Oct 2008Ten angry groups confront current tenant, claiming they were cheated by landlordPasted on the door of a

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The Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP) reports that Aiza Seguerra will be in Singapore to join the cast of Avenue Q and promote her latest album "Open Arms":Ibinalita ni Aiza sa PEP na this month, pupunta siya sa Singapore to promote her album. Magkakaroon din siya ng mini-show sa HMV, isang chain ng record stores sa Asia, at sa isa pang big record store sa Singapore."Medyo magtatagal ako doon

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-58933160095993670222008-08-11T15:48:00.015+08:002008-08-11T17:19:36.951+08:00

Catch our very own Filipino bands in the upcoming Baybeats 2008!Jam to their music for FREE!Yes, you read it right... for FREE :D•• Typecast (punk/indie/emo)When & where? Aug-29 10:30 pm @ Esplanade's Nokia Powerhouse (Outdoor Theatre)Hailed by Magmug magazine as one of Asia's 10 most influential rock bands, Typecast has staked its claim at the forefront of the scene with its unique brand of

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-50742271060386867872008-07-31T10:15:00.002+08:002008-08-04T11:54:11.532+08:00

There was a July article in Singapore's leading English newspaper that most f&b service jobs are being filled by Filipinos. Most are serving drinks and clearing tables, but they come a lot more qualified than their foreigner counterparts doing the same job on work permits. The Filipinos are here on S-passes, typically granted to those with at least a diploma, or employment passes, which are

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Good news for bike enthusiasts! LTA's six month trial to bring foldable bicycles on trains and buses has begun.During the trial period from 24 May to 24 November 2008, foldable bicycles will be permitted on MRT / LRT trains every weekday during off-peak hours, and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. From 24 May to 24 August 2008, foldable bicycles will also be permitted on SBST and

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Biennale 2008 will feature 3 Filipino artists:Site Specific InstallationAlfredo Aquilizan and his wife Isabel's ephemeral projects have been concerned with keeping the home, finding and defining identity, dealing with hardship of journey, orienting oneself in displacement, sensing presences in absence and accumulating memory. Alfredo and Isabel make use of everyday personal objects which are both

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If you are looking for a simple way to spend your weekend with your family, I recommend that you go to Singapore Botanic Gardens. Yesterday, my husband and I braved the hot burning sun to see the splendid orchids of the Gardens. While touring the National Orchid Garden, we happened to meet new friends, Robert and Monica. I think they were the kindest British couple we've ever met. Sadly, they

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At long last, Singapore Flyer was finally opened officially to the public!Singapore Flyer offers a breathtaking panaroma of the shimmering Marina Bay waterfront and historical landmarks dotting the city skyline.Standing at stunning 165m, the Flyer is the height of a 42-storey building – that’s some 30 metres taller than the famed London Eye. As the wheel turns, you’ll be treated to a visual 360°

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On March 29, 2008 at 8pm (local time), say no to global warming.Turn off all your lights for one hour. Be part of Earth Hour movement and join Singapore, Manila, Melbourne, Toronto, Chicago, Copenhagen, Brisbane, and Tel Aviv. Since the beginning of 2008, we've had almost 89 days or 2131 hours of electricity --- from using TVs, computers, radios, mp3 players and mobile phones. So why not for just

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If you have Starhub's TFC (The Filipino Channel), you're most likely familiar with "Papaya". It's the dance popularized by Edu Manzano's Game Ka Na Ba show.There have been countless dance fads that have spread all over the country. Otso-otso and Spaghetti to name a few. But I guess, Papaya is destined to be the most popular as it has now reached the US! It was featured in the Good Morning America

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If you are a foreigner hoping to find work in Singapore, I suggest that you assess your luck first before filing your resignation and buying your plane tickets. Try the very useful Employment/S-Pass Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) provided by MOM (Ministry of Manpower).It is a free online tool that calculates your likelihood of obtaining an Employment or S Pass. It will determine your eligibility

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According to last night's TV news, Philippine Embassy has claimed that human trafficking of Filipinos is at all-time high in Singapore.It said the modus operandi was to attract women through promises of legitimate jobs in the services sector. But on reaching Singapore, they had ended up working in pubs and having to pay back a few thousand dollars to their handlers. The report said they got the

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-60195923873900610942008-02-04T12:00:00.000+08:002008-02-05T18:03:52.086+08:00

Here is the continuation of the Filipino Whampoa murder case:Mark Jontongco Laguerta, 29 and Filipino, is accused of causing the death of unemployed Bernard Montemayor Alojado, 27, in a HDB flat at Jalan Tenteram in Whampoa area.Laguerta and his wife, together with Alojado and his wife, were sharing the five-room flat with a woman. All the women are nurses. The suspect was remanded at Central

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I just finished watching News 5 Tonight. One of the headlines is the case of a Filipino found dead in a flat around Whampoa:Filojfido Bernard Montemayor, 27 year old Filipino and unemployed, was found dead in his rented Whampoa flat. He was bare-chested and wore only a pair of shorts. His body was in a sitting position on the floor, his upper torso slumped on the bed beside him. It was a

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-67495986196685635582008-01-24T11:35:00.000+08:002008-01-24T12:11:05.800+08:00

Singapore's cigarettes are sold in pretty little boxes... No wonder cig cases are so popular here...

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Singlish is Singapore's version of English. Though it takes after British English, Singapoareans sounds very different from Britons. You might even think that Singlish sounds not English at all if you hear it for the first time. It actually takes sometime to understand the accent.Just after Christmas, my husband and I hopped into a tax and asked the driver to take us to the newly renovated

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Manigong Bagong Taon from Red Dot Pinoys!As most people here in Singapore, my family and I headed down Marina Bay to watch the annual New Year Countdown. We knew there will be a lot of people so we decided to be there by 8 pm even though the fireworks will start around midnight.Watch the amazing fireworks of Marina Bay 2008 New Year Countdown:

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Are you thinking of places to check out this Christmas ("Pasko" in Tagalog)? Some tips:>> Orchard Road and Marina Bay Light up -> My husband, brother and I were at Orchard on Dec-14 and we were definitely dazzled by the beautiful decors inspired by the The Nutcracker ballet>> The Jewel Box at Mount Faber -> Experience snowfall, watch live musical shows & see one of the world's tallest

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-46061890680922238292007-12-13T17:38:00.000+08:002007-12-13T18:36:11.345+08:00

As I've stated in my previous post, my husband and I bought a flat before the rental increase. One of the reasons why I've been enjoying our new place is that it's very near from my dear Ikea! :)Ikea is a world renowned home products retailer that sells Swedish designed furnitures, accessories, bathrooms and kitchens. Actually, there are a lot of other shops here in Singapore that offer

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-38029663737772138192007-11-20T14:29:00.000+08:002007-11-20T20:46:47.304+08:00

Tucked away on Bussorah Street, Kampong Glam is a charming district, seemed completely different from the usual Chinese-themed shops, signboards and sounds of Singapore. I love how the shops are nicely laid out, greeting the tourists before reaching the majestic Masjid Sultan (Sultan Mosque). And whenever the wind brings me to this place, I never fail to have my favorite Kofta Tangine, bread

Biatchitudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04686206363652436074noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7036165274963535986.post-44636451377497947522007-11-15T17:24:00.000+08:002007-11-15T18:37:08.154+08:00

Just like in other countries, Singapore requires every tourist to present a return ticket upon arrival. However, some stubborn Pinoys chose the easy way. Instead of presenting valid return tickets, they used manufactured/edited fake electronic ones. They were sent to jail and now not allowed to enter Singapore for 2 years. Aiyoh!This makes me feel sad and embarrassed at the same time. I know how

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