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The Great Wall of China in Mutianyu
The Great Wall of China is referred to in Mandarin as Wanli Changcheng (10,000-Li Long Wall or simply very long wall) BEIJING, CHINA- S...
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
MAY BAGONG THULE
MAY BAGONG THULE
Don't get any silly idea. The guy in the picture is not "bagong TULI" (newly circumcised). I am referring to the Swedish brand THULE that brings you closer to the world and your passion in life. THULE helps active families and outdoor enthusiasts.
For the motoring, cycling and kayaking enthusiasts, you must be familiar with this brand because of its stylish and durable car roof racks, bike carriers, and kayak carriers.
Not only does THULE assist you in carrying your adventure equipment to your destination, it also brings to you a new line of luggage, bags, sleeves and cases.
With THULE's good looking, rugged and highly functional rollers, carry-ons and duffel bags, you could go through your travels worry-free and in style.
Its attractive backpacks and messenger bags are designed to store and protect your laptop, documents and other personal belongings.
It also has stylish and fitted laptop and tablet cases to protect your computer equipment.
Plus, THULE'S camera backpacks, daypacks, slings and toploaders are ideal in bringing your valuable photo equipment in your journeys or short commutes.
The THULE's promise: Whatever your passion, whatever your pursuit. Wherever you're going, whatever you're bringing. With THULE, you're free to live your active life to the fullest.
THULE cases and bags are available in THULE's store at the 4/F, The Block of SM City North Edsa and at TROPOLOGIE's stores in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Alabang Town Center (ATC) and Eastwood.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Daiana Menezes: Disturbing Posts About Rape & Violence
Daiana Menezes: Disturbing Posts About Rape & Violence
On June 9, Brazilian Model / Actress Daiana Menezes posted in her instagram a photo with the words: "The End,"
and then posted a photo with the words "NO TO RAPE."
Daiana's posts also included a photo of her (?) arm with bruises.
Menezes replied to some of her followers, saying, "I dunno y Filipino men can be … I have no words" and "exactly they should respect the pain it’s not right to expose anymore its too Much to take."
Daiana's posts also included a photo of her (?) arm with bruises.
Images from daianamenezes Instagram
I hope Daiana is alright.
Monday, June 10, 2013
WORLD BALANCE: Comfortable and Stylish
WORLD BALANCE: Comfortable and Stylish
Here is the top view picture of my pair of shoes:
Style
Cool because it is very stylish. The mesh design and color combination of dark gray, white, aqua blue, and purple really wowed me. The predominantly dark gray color with tints of aqua blue, and purple makes it easy for me to mix and match my shoes with my jeans, shorts or jogging pants.
I choose this pair of shoes with gray color because it won't show as much dirt compared to that with lighter color/s.
Comfort
Of course, shoes may look good but the real test would be how it feels to wear them.
On this criteria, my pair of shoes passed with flying colors.
My pair of shoes is lightweight and fits me well like a glove right out of the box. I use it whenever I exercise around our village. The cushion is just right! My walkathon trips became stress-free because even if I walk around our village several times the impact on my feet is lesser than usual.
Apparently, what makes my pair of rubber shoes extra comfortable is its breathable mesh design. The mesh allows air to pass through and circulate, making your feet feel comfortable and fresh while moving around with a great degree of intensity. It keeps my feet drier and cooler.
Durability/ Performance
Close examination of how my pair of shoes was built would show that the materials used are of good quality. The stitches appear sturdy to be able to withstand the various stresses they would be subjected to. The soles look durable and have good traction. I tested my pair of shoes on slippery surfaces and it did not disappoint. It really is a non-skid and non-slip pair of shoes.
Of course, time will tell if my pair of shoes will last but judging from the way it performs so far, it will be a constant companion for a long time.
Who says owning a pair of rubber shoes needs to cost much?
Check out their website and facebook page too to see other designs available.
Sunday, June 9, 2013
RICHARD POON AND MARICAR REYES:Tied the Knot
RICHARD POON AND MARICAR REYES:Tied the Knot
Singer Richard Poon and actress Maricar Reyes tied the knot today, Sunday, June 9, 2013, at The Bellevue Manila in Alabang, Muntinlupa.
Source: Nikki's Instagram photo
It was a beautiful elegant intimate wedding for Richard Poon and Maricar Reyes.
Congratulations, Richard Poon and Best Wishes Maricar Reyes!
Source:Garlic Garcia's Twitter account
Richard Poon and wife Maricar Reyes recite their wedding vows during their wedding on Sunday.
Richard Poon vows: I promise to make you my most frequent call, etc.. I love you from the bottom of my chinito heart.
A photo from the wedding was also posted in the official Instagram account of ABS-CBN’s talent management arm Star Magic.
ABS-CBN producer Garlic Garcia was also at the event who posted parts of the vows of Poon and Reyes real-time on Twitter.
Poon had also said they want to invite only their family and closest friends in their wedding in Manila.
Big Bad Bawang posted this message for the newlyweds on twitter: Your love story inspires us all. To a Love that forgives,endures&always perseveres!
Congratulations, Richard and Maricar Poon!
Congratulations, Richard and Maricar Poon!
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES: Independence Day Madness
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES: Independence Day Madness
Hello, dear readers! I was scouting for a domestic seat sale and come across the Philippine flag carrier's seat sale.
If you have plans on traveling this November up to January next year, then try to look at this seat sale. Good luck!
Note: This is not a paid post I just love to share information.
Cellphone Number 09438204083 Is A Spammer
Cellphone Number 09438204083 Is A Spammer
This morning my peaceful Sunday was disturbed by a message from 09438204083 throwing harsh accusations.
To everyone, please help me find out who the owner of cellphone # 09438204083 is.
To the owner of cellphone # 09438204083 Bullying is uncool. If you want traffic for your site please make your entries beautiful that people would want to read it and not because you are bullying innocent people.
I won't state the name of the website that he/she mentioned. Baka magka traffic pa.
This morning my peaceful Sunday was disturbed by a message from 09438204083 throwing harsh accusations.
To everyone, please help me find out who the owner of cellphone # 09438204083 is.
To the owner of cellphone # 09438204083 Bullying is uncool. If you want traffic for your site please make your entries beautiful that people would want to read it and not because you are bullying innocent people.
I won't state the name of the website that he/she mentioned. Baka magka traffic pa.
Friday, June 7, 2013
Dinosaur at the Mind Museum
Dinosaur at the Mind Museum
Aaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh!!! Run for your life.....Here comes Stan, the life-sized skeleton cast of one of the largest and ferocious dinosaurs, the Tyrannosaurus rex (or simply T. rex), inside the Mind Museum! Ha ha ha ha!
Stan stands at twenty feet. The T. rex rises nearly to its full height to grapple the more fortunate hunter and dispute the prey.
It is named after the amateur fossil hunter Stan Sacrison who discovered the original fossils of the T. rex in South Dakota in 1987.
The original fossils are found inside the museum of Black Hills Institute (BHI) of Geological Research, Inc. in South Dakota along with 'Duffy,' which is another set of T. Rex fossils discovered by Sacrison in 1993.
And just in case you want to order a similar life-sized cast or replica of Stan, you can have it at only US$100,000.00 (!) from Black Hills Institute (BHI) of Geological Research, Inc. in South Dakota, U.S.A. Similar replicas of Stan are found in Manchester Museum in UK, Dinosphere at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science in Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico, and many others.
Or you can just be contented with being awed by and posing with Stan at the Mind Museum located at J.Y. Campos Park, 3rd Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Philippines.
Aaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh!!! Run for your life.....Here comes Stan, the life-sized skeleton cast of one of the largest and ferocious dinosaurs, the Tyrannosaurus rex (or simply T. rex), inside the Mind Museum! Ha ha ha ha!
Stan stands at twenty feet. The T. rex rises nearly to its full height to grapple the more fortunate hunter and dispute the prey.
It is named after the amateur fossil hunter Stan Sacrison who discovered the original fossils of the T. rex in South Dakota in 1987.
The original fossils are found inside the museum of Black Hills Institute (BHI) of Geological Research, Inc. in South Dakota along with 'Duffy,' which is another set of T. Rex fossils discovered by Sacrison in 1993.
And just in case you want to order a similar life-sized cast or replica of Stan, you can have it at only US$100,000.00 (!) from Black Hills Institute (BHI) of Geological Research, Inc. in South Dakota, U.S.A. Similar replicas of Stan are found in Manchester Museum in UK, Dinosphere at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science in Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico, and many others.
KASAMBAHAY LAW: Wages, Benefits, Penalties
KASAMBAHAY LAW: Wages, Benefits, Penalties
Attention Employers of Kasambahay or Household Service Workers (HSWs)!
Republic Act 10361, otherwise known as the Kasambahay Law, took effect last Tuesday, June 4, 2013. The new law entitles household service workers (HSWs) reasonable wages and benefits such as the following:
HSWs includes the following:
Better be safe than sorry.
Attention Employers of Kasambahay or Household Service Workers (HSWs)!
Republic Act 10361, otherwise known as the Kasambahay Law, took effect last Tuesday, June 4, 2013. The new law entitles household service workers (HSWs) reasonable wages and benefits such as the following:
- PhilHealth
- Pag-Ibig
- Social Security System (SSS) coverage.
HSWs includes the following:
- general helpers
- yayas
- laundry persons or labandera
- cooks
- gardeners
- Any other person who regularly performs domestic work in one household on an occupational basis
The following are not included:
Under the law, contracts between HSWs and their respective employers (see sample contract in the IRR) must be recorded with the office of the Punong Barangay of the place where the employer resides. That is why 3 copies of the employment contract must be signed. One for the employer, one for the Kasambahay and the third one is for the office of the Punong Barangay.
Yes, my dear. You also have to register (in the Registry of Kasambahay) your Kasambahay in the barangay where your residence is located.
To start the ball rolling, the Punong Barangay, together with SSS, Pag-IBIG and Philhealth representatives, will conduct a common registration of all Kasambahay nationwide. The start-up registration will be held in a City or Municipal Hall or Plaza, organized by the City or Municipal Mayor immediately upon promulgation of the IRR.
Any violation of the Kasambahay Law provisions is punishable with a fine of not less than P10,000 but not more than P40,000 without prejudice to the filing of appropriate civil or criminal action by the aggrieved party.
- Service providers (any person or entity that carries an independent business and undertakes to perform job, work or service on his/ her own for a household, according to his/ her own manner or method, and free from the control and direction of the employer in all matters in connection with the performance of the work except as to the results thereof)
- Family drivers
- Children under foster family arrangement
- Any other person who performs work occasionally or sporadically and not on an occupational basis
Under the law, contracts between HSWs and their respective employers (see sample contract in the IRR) must be recorded with the office of the Punong Barangay of the place where the employer resides. That is why 3 copies of the employment contract must be signed. One for the employer, one for the Kasambahay and the third one is for the office of the Punong Barangay.
Yes, my dear. You also have to register (in the Registry of Kasambahay) your Kasambahay in the barangay where your residence is located.
To start the ball rolling, the Punong Barangay, together with SSS, Pag-IBIG and Philhealth representatives, will conduct a common registration of all Kasambahay nationwide. The start-up registration will be held in a City or Municipal Hall or Plaza, organized by the City or Municipal Mayor immediately upon promulgation of the IRR.
Any violation of the Kasambahay Law provisions is punishable with a fine of not less than P10,000 but not more than P40,000 without prejudice to the filing of appropriate civil or criminal action by the aggrieved party.
Better be safe than sorry.
"Ignorance of the law excuses no one"