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Molintas Pens Apology to Baguio Indigenous People
“I believe that, as present officials, we owe the Baguio Indigenous Peoples a public apology like the Australian government to their Aboriginal Peoples.” This was the statement of Councilor Jose Molintas in his privilege speech during the Baguio City Council’s regular session last September 19. In his speech, Molintas made reference to the public apology…
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Who you should vote and not vote?
The Barangay is the smallest administrative unit of the Philippines. It’s officials are the most accesible, direct and easiest manifestation of our government. The people that comprises the administration of our Barangay is probably a walk or a few minutes away from where we live. Their actions will more less make an impact or for…
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What is the Baguio that you want?
What is the Baguio that you want? Ano ang Baguio na gusto mo? Anya ti Baguio nga kayat mo? By: Maui Fernando I have been attending this gatherings by the group “The Baguio We Want” over the past two months. Attending their events makes me somewhat want to cringe about the realities our city is…
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PIA-CAR office to be converted as guest house #Makapasangit
by Lorraine Joy Signey Imagine something precious taken away from you. I think it’s a basic human emotion to feel sad and cry when something you’ve cherished is reduced to a mere nothing. A lot of people in Facebook have expressed their disagreement to the plan of converting the PIA-CAR office into a cottage for the Executive…
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Are Baguio Taxi Drivers The Most Honest in the Philippines?
By Lorraine Joy Signey Wait. Hold it. Before answering YES or NO or MAYBE, let’s first know what is this honesty we are talking about? Does honesty among taxi drivers simply equates to returning the things passengers left in the cab? Does honesty reflect on a taxi driver’s physical appearance? Really. I know we’re judgmental…
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When In Baguio? When In Manila?
I have observed some differences on how things are being called in Manila and in Baguio.I have spent the last 10 years in Manila and here are the differences. In Baguio, we say auntie not tita. We say uncle not tito. We don’t greet magandang umaga, we greet good morning. In Manila, they have Macapagal…
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Goblin KDrama shoots in Baguio
Gong Yoo (My Coffee Prince), Kim Go Eun (Cheese in the Trap) and Lee Dong Wook (My Girl, Blade Man) are making pinoy KDrama fans feel the kilig inside the bones. Emman Nimedez a famous youtube personality got inspired to create a music video depicting the famous KDrama “Goblin”. Emman collaborated with local film maker…
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Free Tuition Fee at Benguet State University
On an advisory released by the President of Benguet State University, Dr. Feliciano G. Calora, Jr. last May 11, 2017 stating the “FREE TUITION 2017” program of the premier state university in the Cordilleras. Although according to the advisory as posted below from the Official Twiiter and Facebook accounts of BSU. The program would cover…
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Baguio Boy – John Raspado
Baguio Boy – John Fernandez Raspado wins Mr. Gay World 2017 On June 2008 Eric Butter and Dean Nelson embarked on a mission to create a global competition that would inspire and empower gay men to come together in a public performance that would show the world that being gay encompasses a broad spectrum. The…
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A Foggy Rainy Summer in Baguio
Baguio City has been known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines dating back to 1909 during the height of the American occupation. It was declared as the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” by the American government as a retreat place by the Governor-General and other high ranking officials of the country during the summer…
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Ano ang iyong isang salita para sa Baguio?
Baguio Isang salita na marahil ay may sari-sariling depinisyon o kahulugan para sa bawat isa sa atin. Isa ka mang Baguio Boy, Baguio Girl, Taraki, Igorot, Taga-Baba, Estyudante, Dayo o Turista bawat isa may kanya kanyang kahulugan sa isang salitang ito. Baguio. Bahay. Tahanan. Balay. Bag-iw. Ngarud. Anya. Ngay. Bundok. Pahinga. Bakayson. Malamig. Mahal. Pines.…
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Molintas Pens Apology to Baguio Indigenous People
“I believe that, as present officials, we owe the Baguio Indigenous Peoples a public apology like the Australian government to their Aboriginal Peoples.” This was the statement of Councilor Jose Molintas in his privilege speech during the Baguio City Council’s regular session last September 19. In his speech, Molintas made reference to the public apology…
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The Definition of Hero
The definition of “hero” according to the Merriam-Webster website are as follows: 1. a.) mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability b.) an illustrious warrior c.) a person admired for achievements and noble qualities d.) one who shows great courage 2. a.) the principal character in a literary…
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My Rural Covid19 Experience
By: Mart Louis Fernando It’s been 892 days since the Philippines officially declared war against the COVID19 Pandemic. I was in Baguio when I experienced the confusing acronyms ECQ, GCQ, MECQ, GCQ+, etc. I couldn’t figure out why we can’t have a metric like on how we do it for typhoons or earthquakes. Probably a…
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My Jack Daniel’s Re-experience
December 7, 2019 A week ago, our team was invited for the launch of the first holiday barrel tree north of Manila. To be honest, we are not fans of alcohol and parties as we were kinda conservative and a bit old school. The only time that I get to drink is when there is…
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10 Must-try burgers When In Baguio
10 Must-try burgers When In Baguio Baguio has been flourishing with a number of restaurants opening up one after the other. In our quest to provide a different experience for locals and tourists you might want to consider having a gastronomic tour tasting what we think are awesome burgers When in Baguio City. In no…
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Who you should vote and not vote?
The Barangay is the smallest administrative unit of the Philippines. It’s officials are the most accesible, direct and easiest manifestation of our government. The people that comprises the administration of our Barangay is probably a walk or a few minutes away from where we live. Their actions will more less make an impact or for…
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Panagbenga 2018 Begins
The Biggest Festival in the region officially starts today, (February 1, 2018) this month long celebration on its 23rd year will have the theme “Celebration of Culture and Creativity.” This is also the year that the City Government is back on the helm of the premiere festival. Councilor Elmer O. Datuin will…
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