Why was Apolinario Mabini just seated during the entire Heneral Luna Movie?

A picture of the late Apolinario Mabini sitting in his chair
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As the biopic film “Heneral Luna” continues to trend in the Philippines, another issue concerning another Filipino hero which was also featured in the movie arises. As a group of college students asked why Epy Quizon, who portrayed Apolinario Mabini in Heneral Luna, was always seated in the entire two hours movie.

Just recently actor Jeffrey “Epy” Quizon shared on Facebook that a group of which he acclaimed were Freshmen College asked him why his character, Apolinario Mabini, was just sitting during the whole Heneral Luna movie.

This issue arouse negative feedbacks from netizens in Social Medias, even stating that schools are to blame because of their insufficiency in educating students in history classes.

SCREENGRAB FROM GMA NEWS FACEBOOK PAGE

Apolinario Mabini was the very first prime minister in the country. He was also a minister of foreign affairs and the adviser of President Emilio Aguinaldo. Mabini was known as the “Brain of the Revolution.”

He was afflicted with Polio in 1895 but despite that he still managed to serve the Philippines as a government official. Mabini was exiled to Guam in 1901. In 1903, Apolinario Mabini died of cholera, two months after returning to Manila, at the age of 38.

SOURCE:http://entertainment.inquirer.net/179411/why-is-mabini-just-seated-epy-quizon-stands-up-to-the-confused

Bata: A Mini Documentary About Poverty

"There was an old woman who lived in a shoe,
She had so many children she didn't know what to do;
She gave them some broth without any bread,
She whipped them all well and put them to bed."

~ANONYMOUS, nursery rhyme

"Then all the Fweep children would wipe away frowns
To laugh with each other on Flozzle playgrounds.
They’d swing and they’d sing and they’d dance in a ring,
‘Tis the end of poverty — what a wonderful thing!"

~ The Flat-Tummy Fweeps

Heneral Luna Fever to Reach 2016 Oscars

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Heneral Luna and his cast

The Historical life of Heneral Antonio Luna will be screening again as the historical biopic “Heneral Luna” has been chosen to represent the Philippines at the upcoming 2016 Oscars for the Best Foreign Language Film category.

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Heneral Luna's Official Facebook page update

Afternoon of September 21 (Monday), Heneral Luna Official Facebook Page happily announced the great news for all the massive Heneral Luna’s fanatics.

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Meme made by netizens for Heneral Luna's nomination

According to GMA News Online, Director Jerrold Tarog’s wishes for Heneral Luna to become the first Filipino Film to be nominated for Best Foreign Language Film.

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John Arcilla as Heneral Luna

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Heneral Luna's Print Poster

Heneral Luna is a historical biopic film portraying General Antonio Luna’s fearless leadership to the Philippine Revolutionary Army during the Philippine-American War. It illustrated how great of a leader and a gentleman the Filipino hero was. The movie was starred by John Arcilla( Gen. Antonio Luna) , Mon Confiado (President Emilio Aguinaldo), Epi Quizon (Apolinario Mabini) , Arron Villaflor (Joven Hernando), Joem Bascon (Col. Francisco "Paco" Roman) and Archie Alemania (Capt. Eduardo Rusca).

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Heneral Luna and his troupes

 SOURCE: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/537746/showbiz/chikaminute/heneral-luna-is-official-philippine-entry-to-oscars

Anonymous Hackers

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Message left by Anonymous Philippines on NTC's website last September 20, 2015.

Slow internet connection seems to be not that of an issue in the country. Filipinos use the internet, browse and scroll without minding the speed of their internet at all. But the truth is, we pay much more than we receive using this turtle-net and so some individuals sympathized or what I want to call as “were irritated” with that fact.

September 20, 2015 (Sunday), the website of the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) was hack by members of Anonymous Philippines. In the picture shown above which was made by the hackers, they’ve said that they sympathize on their fellow Filipino netizens who’s battling against “ ‘Over promised, under delivered’ system of the internet service providers in the Philippines”. Therefore they’re calling for the attention of the NTC which was why they hacked NTC’s website.

At the latter part of Anonymous Philippines’ message to NTC they said “we are asking for the fairness in charging and serving our data services; Unlimited should be patterned to its name- “UNLIMITED”; not “UNLIMITED with 800 MB cap”. A 2MBPS speed should never be a 56 kbps. A 98% service reliability should be always on the 98% part, not the 2% one.”  

And they as if left a sign for NTC whenever the issue of slow internet connection couldn’t be solve; saying as their final message:

“We are anonymous

We are Legion

We do not Forgive

We do not Forget

EXPECT US!”

SOURCE: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/537643/scitech/technology/hackers-deface-ntc-website-to-protest-unreliable-internet-service-in-phl

The 117th Malolos Congress Annivesary Celebratory Blessing

Statue of the late 1st President of the Republic of the Philippines inside the vicinity of Barasoain Church.

September 15, 2015- It was a day worth celebrating for as the 117^th Malolos Congress Anniversary was celebrated in its beloved home at Barasoain Church Malolos, Bulacan.

Early Tuesday morning of September 15, 2015, Maloleños gathered around the parking lot of Barasoain Church as they celebrate the 117^th Anniversary of Malolos Congress, the first ever congress in the Philippines and even in Asia and Africa.

Numerous associations and organizations dispersed around the totality of Barasoain church as the history and importance of the first ever recognize congress in the country was recalled by Mayor Christian Natividad.

“Ito (Malolos Congress) ang naging katuparan ng pagkakaroon ng isang organisadong kongreso, ang pagkakaroon ng isang sibilisadong konstitusyon at pagkakaroon natin ng sariling Republika ng Pilipinas. Uulitin ko, napakahalaga nito sapagkat hindi lang tayo nakilala bilang isang lahing Pilipino, tayo ay kinilala mula noong mga araw na iyon (September 15,1898)  bilang isang malayang mamayang Pilipino. Hindi na tayo basta lahi tayo ay citizens of the Republic of the Philippines.” Stated by Mayor Christian Natividad.

Bulakenyos who attended the 117th Anniversary of  Malolos Congress.

 It was then followed by a brief and remarkable speech given by the Governor of Bulacan, himself, Gov. Wilhelmino Sy Alvarado. He stated, in his speech, the significance of Malolos Congress which made way to revolutionary government that then made way for Filipino freedom. Bulacan Second District Congressman Gavini “Apol” Pancho also participated in the event as the guest speaker.

“Isang karangalang mapasa-ating mga Bulakenyo ang pagkabansa ng ating lupang hinirang ay nahubog at nagmula, sa araw na ito na ikalabing lima ng Setyembre, kung saan ang makasaysayang simbahan ng Barasoain na ating tinutungtungan ngayon ay naging isang buhay na saksi sa pagbubukas ng Kongreso ng Malolos. Na siyang naging tahanan  ng pagbabalangkas ng mga batas sa ikasusulong at ikatatatag ng lahing Pilipino.” Pancho also stated that as the representative of the current government of the Philippines, he’s in charge of keeping the freedom which the Malolos Congress made way for.

And to end the commemoration of the 117^th Malolos Congress and Singkaban Festival, United Nations Ambassador Gion Gounet spilled out some good news for all of the Maloleños and Bulakenyos, he announced that a $ 400 million Solar Power Plant will be constructed in the province of Bulacan. This year’s commemoration and completion of the 117^th Malolos Congress Anniversary and Singkaban Festival was truly notable and a blessing to all Bulakenyos.

Vibrant Indakan 2015 Gave Color in Celebrating the Singkaban Festival of the Year

Colorful barangay Tabe of Guiguinto, Bulacan dancing their way through championship.

The whole grounds of Malolos Capitol View Park was filled with glamorous colors as Singkaban Festival 2015 started. Different music and colorful costumes accumulated Malolos capitol view vicinity as the most awaited festival of the year began. Singkaban are crafted bamboo arches that sprout all over the province of Bulacan as the date of the festival closes by.

            Singkaban festival is a weeklong celebration which showcases Bulakenyos artistry, culture and tradition. It is celebrated every September 8-15. And one of the most anticipated event every Singkaban Festival is the “Indakan: Street Dancing Competition.” Indakan shows how talented Bulakenyos are at street dancing.

            This year’s Indakan: Street Dancing Competition welcomed the start of Singkaban Festival last September 8, 2015. Noises occupied the whole Malolos Capitol View Park as competitors from different towns of Bulacan gathered around the area, each showcasing different dance moves and energy.

            This year’s competitors were from the town of Baliuag, Malolos, Sta. Maria, Plaridel, San Ildefonso, Hagonoy, Paombong and two barangays of Guiguinto, barangay Tabe and Tuktukan. Each town’s street dancers danced their way from Malolos Capitol to Sta. Isabel where Bulacan Sports Complex, the main event place, stands.  

            It was a competition worth dying for as all of the competitors gave their whole best during their performance. But only one will bring the trophy and the title of a winner back home and that recognition was brought home by Cherubim Montessori School of barangay Tabe, Guguinto Bulacan. They were all smiles as they were called out as champions.

             “Ibang- iba talaga yung pakiramdam na makasama dito sa Singkaban.  Unang-una kasi isang buwan lang e, kulang isang buwan lang kaming nagpractice at gumawa ng props kaya worth it talaga lahat ng pagod. To God be the glory.” Answered Jose Halalan de Leon, teacher in Cherubim when asked how he felt as their group was chosen as champions of Indakan: Street Dancing Competition 2015.

            “Sobrang proud po nagpapasalamat po kaming lahat kay God.” Stated Chablese Venua a student and street dancer of Cherubim. “Sobrang worth it po talaga lahat ng pagod” she added.

            Other than a trophy and recognition barangay Tabe, Guiguinto Bulacan was given a hundred thousand cash. In addition, Hagonoy won the best in costume and was 2nd placer in the street dance competition while barangay Tuktukan of Guiguinto was the 3rd runner up in the event.  

           

           

A Review About "The Woman In Black 2: Angel of Death"

The Woman in Black 2: Angel of  Death Movie Poster
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A group of schoolchildren was relocated together with their school’s headmistress Jean Hogg (Helen McCorry) and teacher Eve Parkins (Phoebe Fox) to Eel Marsh House- a manor located in the country, as bombs detonated down on London during the Blitz of WWII. Although Jean and Eve doesn’t approve into staying at the manor, there is no safer place for them to stay at.

 It wasn’t long before Eve felt that there was something ghostly residing inside the manor, as one of the children died in an unexplained matter. As the place which they’ve thought could offer safety to them becomes a manor of horror, Eve seek for the help of a handsome pilot named Harry Burnstow (Jeremy Irvine) to investigate the things that she senses within the mansion. They soon discover that the place is inhabited by the Woman in Black.

Ms. Eve Parkins as they rode the train to Eel Marsh House
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She'll never-ever forget, forgive and leave
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Edward the kid who could see the woman in black
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If you wanted a horror movie where you crawl inside your blanket and shiver to death while watching it then “The Woman in Black 2: Angels of Death” is not a movie for you. The movie was created with great cinematography and creepy feels escape within the venue however horror still won’t get inside you. BUT to sum it up the story is great and it gets better and better as it reaches the climax of the movie. BUT it’s just not that terrifying as how horror movie should be. The reason might be (for me) was that, the sound effects don’t get to scare your eardrums to the point that you don’t want to hear it, or if not, they just didn’t show enough scary scenes. 

The schoolchildren together with Ms. Jean and Ms. Eve as they go inside the haunted Eel Marsh House
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Also it was a very short one, in fact too short and unfrightening if compared from the first movie “The Woman in Black” which was showed last 2012 and was starred by Daniel Radcliffe (who also portrayed the role of Harry Potter). Nonetheless I really like how the movie ended and the inner me is saying that the movie should be a drama not a horror film.

I won't stay there if I were you Harry.
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Tech Drawback

A computer-generated heartbeat
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Despite the fact that technology helps and benefit us, in some ways, it can also detriment us some greater harmful issues such as health problems triggered by excessive using of technology. Some might be serious and some might be not but the point here is that it is damaging and harmful on whatever extent.

Technology is something we, each and every mankind, have and need nowadays but despite that, we tend to abuse the use of technology that leads to a more serious situation such as technology related health problems. Here are few of the notable technology related health problems that you might be experiencing today or might experience in the near future:

Sleep disorder

Too much artificial light from computer or smartphone screens might affect melatonin (a sleep-inducing hormone) production, preventing us from having a deep and restorative sleep. Not only it can prevent us from sleeping peacefully but can also cause stress and depression in both men and women.

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)

Are you fasten at your desktop or cellphone for an extensive amount of time and often experience mild to moderate dry or watery eyes? You’re most probably experiencing computer vision syndrome. The outcome cause by CVS would be increasing evaporation of tears, blurred vision, double vision, dry, red eyes, eye irritation, headaches and neck or back pain.

            

            Carpal Tunnel Vision

            Is a painful condition of the hands and fingers. It is a nerve disorder condition that occurs at the wrist directing to pain, sensory changes and loss function within the hand. Few symptoms of this disorder are numbness in the fingers , burning, tingling sensation in the palm, pain radiating in upward direction of the hand, tightening of joints and fingers,  and poor grip while holding objects.

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot in one of the deep veins in our body. It could cause pain and swelling in the leg and may lead to complications such as pulmonary embolism (blockage in the pulmonary artery-which is truly risky).

Though technology inhabits with us, in this generation, always remember that excessive usage of this can lead to greater regrets in the future. So don't underestimate every single ache you feel inside your body because it might lead to much greater complications such as these.

SOURCES

http://www.livescience.com/22100-technology-bedtime-sleep.html

http://www.thehealthsite.com/diseases-conditions/which-of-these-5-technology-related-health-problems-do-you-have/

http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/deep-vein-thrombosis/Pages/Introduction.aspx

Tech Maniac

Technology as of today
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How much time do you spend in front of your laptop, cell phone, tablet, ipad or iphone?  1 hour, 2 hours, 3 hours, 4 hours or may be more? Does using these electronic gadgets occupy most of your time every day? If that’s the case, then you might be a tech maniac.

where everything single thing is synchronized
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We are now at the verge of the generation where electronic gadgets most specifically cell phone or smartphones upgrades each and every month or so. They became so hi-tech now that they could do whatever a laptop or a computer can do. Humanity as though can’t survive without handling these kinds of stuffs. But as the saying goes “Everything should be put in moderation” because anything excessively done can be harmful physically, socially or mentally  for the individual and the rule applies to simply everything including the use of electronic gadgets. So what are the signs to identify and consider yourself as a tech maniac or addict:

·         You think everything has a touchscreen

·         You text more than you talk

·         You carry your charger everywhere (as in everywhere)

·         You can’t stop using abbreviation (you absolutely think that abbrvtn is convenient)

·         You get separation anxiety (with your phone)

·      You would be uncomfortable because you could not stay up-to-date with social media and online networks. (you panic if you're not updated)

·         You would feel weird because you would not know what to do.

why not try to unplug?
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To add up if you find yourself reading this signs (or any identical articles) via smartphone or computer then you really are a tech addict. Using technology and more significantly upgrading or developing it is nothing harmful but being so attached to it to the point that its wasting your time and consuming your energy is something that will definitely harm you in the future.

Check thes sites because all signs are gathered here: 

http://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/sure-signs-youre-addicted-to-technology

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/18/nomophobia-smartphone-sep_n_7266468.html

Uncovering the Katipunan’s Real Leader

King Cortez speaks in commemoration towards the heroic acts of the late propagandist Gat Marcelo H. del Pilar.

August 29, 2015- The day before marking the 165^th Birthday of Marcelo H. del Pilar, the “Father of Philippine Journalism”, a forum was conducted in the vicinity of Gen Gregorio del Pilar Elementary School Bulakan, Bulacan.

It was a splendid day well spent as King Cortez, a historian and a teacher, speaks in behalf of the late propagandist Gat Marcelo H. del Pilar. Who was known for his great actions towards the publishing of Diariong Tagalog and La Solidaridad during the Spanish Colonization.

The forum was completed as Bulacan State University’s journalism students and journalist practitioners of different publication merge in the event. The event was specially formulated for commemorating Marcelo’s act of heroism which was not clearly and completely written on history books or educational books.

King Cortez, the speaker of the said event, straightforwardly stated that Marcelo, well known from his pen name “Plaridel”, was the person behind the construction of the Katipunan. According to his evidences Plaridel was the one who initiated in building the Katipunan during his settlement in Barcelona, Spain.

“Noong hinawi ng tao yung tabing nasa likod pala ng lahat ay si Plaridel.”  Cortez said as his introductory message before formally conversing the subject of the forum.

King Cortez has been doing this kind of seminar for 3 years now with the help of Isagani Giron, also a historian, and Arturo Sampana a veteran writer. They had already reached different state universities in Manila and enlighten massive amount of students of the acts of the great propagandist and journalist.

When asked why he do this kind of lectures he said “Gusto kong itanim sa mga kabataan ang lahat ng mga nagawa ni Plaridel na hindi naisulat sa mga libro ng kasaysayan. Gusto kong ipamulat sa kanila na isang bayani si Plaridel at isa siya sa mga taong nagtaguyod ng kalayaan, na may kinalaman siya sa katipunan.” He also stated that he’ll continue this kind of acts as long as God entitled him to do so. 

Plaridel who is also acknowledge as the “Father of Philippine Journalism” was also the brain behind the Katipunan. He risked his own life and left his family to stimulate the heart of his fellow countrymen in order to fight the Spaniards who colonized them. He was truly a great hero but was not rightly and completely recognized for his sacrifices and heroic acts.

165th Birthday of Marcelo H. Del Pilar Marks the Very First National Press Freedom Day

             Senator Manuel “Mar” Roxas attending Marcelo H. Del Pilar’s 165^th Birth Anniversary

August 30, 2015- Bulakenyos disperse around the locality of Bulakan, Bulacan as they celebrate the 165^th birthday of the late propagandist Marcelo H. Del Pilar who is well known for his pen name “Plaridel”.

Early morning of August 30 (Sunday), locals of Bulakan, Bulacan gathered around the Our Lady of Assumption Parish Church to start the celebration of Plaridel’s birthday. The once quiet and peaceful town of Bulakan became loud and deafening as they garnered and start a parade at around 7:00 am. Different barangays, schools, young and young at hearts consolidated in the said parade. And a program having a theme of “Gat Marcelo H. del Pilar: Bayaning Bulakenyo, Huwaran ng Lahing Pilipino” was then held at Marcelo H. Del Pilar shrine in Cupang San. Nicolas, Bulakan where the remains of Plaridel was.

Secretary of Interior and Local Government Manuel “Mar” Roxas amalgamated in the said event as a guest of honor together with mayor Patrick Neil Meneses (the town’s mayor), Gov. Wilhelmino Sy- Alvarado (Governor of the Province of Bulacan), Daniel Fernando (Vice Governor of the Province of Bulacan) and National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) Executive Director Ludovico Badoy.

The National Press Club of the Philippines also joined the in the occasion as they declared the birth of Plaridel the National Media Press Freedom Day. They’d launched a petition regarding this in partnership with NHCP during the 1^st Plaridel Media Camp that took place in Gen. Gregorio Del Pilar Elementary School last August 29, 2015, a day before the 165^th anniversary of Plaridel’s birthday.

First National Press Freedom Day and 1st Plaridel Media Camp

“At kagabi po ang hamon ni Rizal ay tinupad namin mayroon po siyang hamon noong araw “Kailangan natin ng isang daang Plaridel para lalong rumangal ang bansa” at kagabi po ay mahigit kaming isang daan na dumating sa 1^st Plaridel Media Camp, mga Metro Manila Journalist, mga mamahayag sa Nueva Ecija, mga mamahayag sa marami pang lugar. Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon po dahil ang balak po namin kapag nadeklarang araw ng kalayaan ng mga mamahayag ng buong bansa ang araw ni Gat Plaridel ito (Bulakan,Bulacan) po ang gagawin naming Mecca ng iba pang mga mamahayag. Dapat pumunta kami sakaniya(Marcelo) taun-taon at magpugay.” stated by NPC President Joel Sy-Egco.

Plaridel is also well roundly known as the “Father of Philippine Journalism” and it’s certain to find that Cupang San. Nicolas Bulakan, Bulacan his hometown will be the Mecca where the pilgrimage of the nation’s journalists will be held yearly.

Plaridel descent into extreme poverty during his last years; He often missed his meals and kept himself warm by smoking discarded cigarette butts he picked up in the streets. However poverty didn’t stop him in publishing the newspaper La Solidaridad for his people.

He died in Barcelona, Spain year 1896 because of tuberculosis, few days before the Cry of Pugad Lawin which marks the first revolution of Filipinos towards the Spanish empire.