Events

Oct 1-Feast Of Ramadan, A Holiday

It was announced today by Executive Secretary Eduardo that on October 1, 2008 is a non working holiday in celebration of Eid’l Fitr (Feast of Ramadhan).

It is a Wednesday and not included in holiday economics. It is included in proclamation 1625 signed by Executive Secretary Eduardo Ermita last September 19, 2008.

“In order to bring the religious and cultural significance of Eid’l Fitr to the fore of national consciousness, it is necessary to declare Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, as a regular holiday throughout the country,” according to Proclamation 1625.

Our filipino muslim brothers will be happy on the good news. Even if we have present MILF problem, the muslim community can have their holy celebration in peace.

Ninoy Aquino Day

August 18 is a special nonworking holiday to commemorate Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino’s death anniversary. Ninoy’s death anniversary as approved by President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo was supposed to be on August 21 but it falls on a Thursday. Since the nearest Monday is August 18, it is therefore a holiday. R.A. 9492 provides that holidays, except those which are religious in nature, moved to the nearest Monday unless otherwise modified by law, order or proclamation.
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Wordless Wednesday: 110th Independence Day

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3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008 Winner

Parente Fireworks bring their mastery and professionalism to any corner of the World, letting thousands upon thousands enthusiastic people admire real artful performances. They are using the world’s most innovative radio-controlled ignition system: the FIREMASTER.

The video below is the winning entry of Parente Fireworks last May 24, 2008 for 3rd World Pyro Olympics 2008.

See you on the 4th World Pyro Olympics! I hope there will be more participants than previous Pyro Olympics. Congratulations to Italy.

National Flag Day

I went to Manila City Hall and Pag-Ibig Office in Lawton, Manila upon my mother’s request. I noticed some Philippine flags on the way and also saw banners placed on public walls. Too bad that it was impossible for me to took snapshots of those banners for security reasons. Anyway, the words “Pilipinas Kong Mahal” was printed inside the flag, on the lower right side of the flag, an estimated font size of 35% of the size of the flag. I did have negative impression seeing those banners. Whose behind this? “Makabayan” (nationalistic)? Or OA (over acting)?

Tomorrow is May 28, National Flag Day in the Philippines. At my age, I still remember my Social Studies lesson in elementary and high school regarding respect to our flag. According to wikipedia, here are the prohibited acts:

It is prohibited to deface or ridicule the flag, to dip the flag as a salute, or to add additional marks of any nature on the flag. It may not be used as a drapery, festoon, tablecloth, as a covering for objects, or as part as a costume or uniform.

Several commercial uses of the flag are prohibited, including using the flag as a trademark or for commercial labels or designs. It is forbidden to use the image of the flag on merchandise, or in any advertisement. It also may not be used as a pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles;

The flag may not be displayed horizontally face-up, or under any painting, picture or platform. It may not be displayed in “places of frivolity”, defined in the Flag Code as marked by “boisterous merriment or recreation”.

How come Lito Atienza forgot it by placing the words “Pilipinas Kong Mahal” in the flag banners. Makabayan or OA? Whatever explanation he have, it is still a bad example to young filipinos. Good thing that my 7 year old son didn’t saw the banners. Year 2010 election is near, I won’t forgot that. They should clear all those banners with “Pilipinas Kong Mahal” print immediately and the hard earned money of Filipinos gone to waste again.