Saturday, November 29, 2008
Friday, November 28, 2008
Mumbai Attacked
Last November 27, 2008, reports came of an attack in the Taj Mahal Hotel. Initial reports of 73 being shot and killed by group of men said to be terrorist. Special Forces of the Indian Military have taken down the last armed man today (Nov. 29'08)
It is sad that an imaginable and coordinated attack have been taken out by a group of people against innocent civilians. They know that the country they attacked will retaliate. If the retaliation is also what they wanted, then there is no message at all but just pure terrorism against peaceful people visiting or working in Mumbai, India. I have once met a young Indian through a friend in Shanghai. He was full of business ideas and eager to get back to India and set up an I.T. company. I hope the attacked did not change him and that the Indian economy continues to grow.
It is sad that an imaginable and coordinated attack have been taken out by a group of people against innocent civilians. They know that the country they attacked will retaliate. If the retaliation is also what they wanted, then there is no message at all but just pure terrorism against peaceful people visiting or working in Mumbai, India. I have once met a young Indian through a friend in Shanghai. He was full of business ideas and eager to get back to India and set up an I.T. company. I hope the attacked did not change him and that the Indian economy continues to grow.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Philippine Business of Politics and 2010 Election
According to Wikipedia; Political science is often described as the study of politics defined as "who gets what, when and how". Also; Politics is the process by which groups of people make decisions. Again, according to Wikipedia; A business (also called a firm or an enterprise) is a legally recognized organization designed to provide goods and/or services to consumers, governments or other businesses.
The same meanings for both subjects are defined in the internet and the dictionary. Some articles also discusses the life of business people turn politicians and returning back to business sectors and taking office in the government and going back and forth. In other words, the experience in the business sector is fundamental in shaping policies being crafted in the chambers of congress or the parliaments. However, it is true in many situations that politicians can turn bad and be eaten by a traditional system.
Politics and business may also share the same impact in non-governmental and religious organizations. In every idealist group of people, there is always a traditional system or an organic system. Whichever the case of a system adapted, the tendency of implementing successfully is through the leadership provided and the commitment to continue for improvements. This is not the case in some governments which is run by advantageous or well connected citizens, business monopolies and political dynasties. The hate and love for politicians doing their business in their offices are transparent in the people’s reaction through the times. There are mass protest, mass support and disobedience as in the Philippines case. In a way, long time politicians are already immune to these protest and they know how to react. Just as they know how to play all the tricks in politics they have also learned when to be an ally and an enemy for certain conditions.
The case of Sen. Manny Villar in the Philippines is a typical case of organized removal of him in the senate presidency. The organized agenda is a compromise politicians move to find a balance in the coming presidential election. It is however suspicious that opposition’s against opposition’s group did it to themselves. They seem to be having the same problem as last presidential elections. No opposition president last time won the election because the general vote was divided. This 2010 election is the current business in the senate’s chambers. For sure there will be a lot of demolition job and publicity that will come. The business of politics for the 2010 is serious and with a lot of rumor towards charter change distracts everybody, there is probably a destination that will surprise everybody for the next two years. (To be continued)
The same meanings for both subjects are defined in the internet and the dictionary. Some articles also discusses the life of business people turn politicians and returning back to business sectors and taking office in the government and going back and forth. In other words, the experience in the business sector is fundamental in shaping policies being crafted in the chambers of congress or the parliaments. However, it is true in many situations that politicians can turn bad and be eaten by a traditional system.
Politics and business may also share the same impact in non-governmental and religious organizations. In every idealist group of people, there is always a traditional system or an organic system. Whichever the case of a system adapted, the tendency of implementing successfully is through the leadership provided and the commitment to continue for improvements. This is not the case in some governments which is run by advantageous or well connected citizens, business monopolies and political dynasties. The hate and love for politicians doing their business in their offices are transparent in the people’s reaction through the times. There are mass protest, mass support and disobedience as in the Philippines case. In a way, long time politicians are already immune to these protest and they know how to react. Just as they know how to play all the tricks in politics they have also learned when to be an ally and an enemy for certain conditions.
The case of Sen. Manny Villar in the Philippines is a typical case of organized removal of him in the senate presidency. The organized agenda is a compromise politicians move to find a balance in the coming presidential election. It is however suspicious that opposition’s against opposition’s group did it to themselves. They seem to be having the same problem as last presidential elections. No opposition president last time won the election because the general vote was divided. This 2010 election is the current business in the senate’s chambers. For sure there will be a lot of demolition job and publicity that will come. The business of politics for the 2010 is serious and with a lot of rumor towards charter change distracts everybody, there is probably a destination that will surprise everybody for the next two years. (To be continued)
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
Walks of Life - Sandy's New Year! (Last Part)
Sandy was thinking to run through the left side and into the building ruins. Suddenly the ground starts trembling and the emergency alarm went on. The exit lights went in operation in the UC while a controller voice starts evacuation procedure. Every body got up and starts walking fast through the exit doors. No doubt it was a real earthquake.
At the ground level, a lot of people are hurrying up to exit the entire building. There where many people in the road. Sandy at the same time was trying to call Alex when his phone rung up and saw it was her. "Where are you now Sandy? I am already outside of the building just by the road near the 'Aleza Cafe'. Sandy said that he is going to the cafe so they could meet each other. Sandy has to press his way into the crowd, it took him at least 20 minutes before he finally saw Alex.
Upon arriving at the cafe, Alex and Sandy never had a feeling like that of needing to see each other at once. Though for sometime they where close and become long time friends, still it's different tonight. Sandy felt ultimately scared for Alex this time; he never thought that friendship was a mistake he always accepted. Now he is sure it is Alex all along. How could he have missed her all those years. Couldn't stop himself, he happily hug Alex. "How are you?" where you hurt during the evacuation? Alex on the other hand was actually nervous and crying, trying to contact Sandy by the time the earth quake struck. She was totally in-love with Sandy a long time ago. For her it was trying to accept also that they were friends and that Sandy would never try to express his interest in her. They know each other too well. They know that they have special feelings though they do not attempt to talk about it. Many times, both wanted to try and express themselves but new people will come into their lives. These events somehow delayed any chance for them to be seen as the best couple someday. Today is different; they keep still and hugging each other. Sandy could feel Alex was in tears. Sandy said to Alex that "today, this moment, you are the one I missed all along, you're the one I would not change for any one, you're the one who carried me through the years, you're the person who loved me and that I have loved even before our friends. Alex, the only reason I stayed in the city is because you're still here." Alex moved and looked at Sandy's face and said "I know Sandy, I know. It does not matter now, I am glad you still feel the same way." "So what's the plan now Sandy? You said that I am the only reason why you've stayed in the city, so where are you planning to go? Sandy lightens up and said; let’s go to San Ildefonso, I have finished the house up there. I want to work and live there. Remember the house we used to talk about? It just needs some furniture and a satellite connection and everything are set to go." Hearing about the house, Alex embraced him again and said; "Anywhere you want Sandy! Anywhere you want! Finally this coming Christmas I can celebrate it with you!" Still standing and hugging just outside the Aleza cafe, people are now walking from every direction. Some were crying looking for someone and some trying to go home. Ambulances and fire trucks also add madness in the streets. Sounds of sirens dominate the air. Lights from police cars flashes into people’s faces and showing up a city suddenly change in just one night.
At the ground level, a lot of people are hurrying up to exit the entire building. There where many people in the road. Sandy at the same time was trying to call Alex when his phone rung up and saw it was her. "Where are you now Sandy? I am already outside of the building just by the road near the 'Aleza Cafe'. Sandy said that he is going to the cafe so they could meet each other. Sandy has to press his way into the crowd, it took him at least 20 minutes before he finally saw Alex.
Upon arriving at the cafe, Alex and Sandy never had a feeling like that of needing to see each other at once. Though for sometime they where close and become long time friends, still it's different tonight. Sandy felt ultimately scared for Alex this time; he never thought that friendship was a mistake he always accepted. Now he is sure it is Alex all along. How could he have missed her all those years. Couldn't stop himself, he happily hug Alex. "How are you?" where you hurt during the evacuation? Alex on the other hand was actually nervous and crying, trying to contact Sandy by the time the earth quake struck. She was totally in-love with Sandy a long time ago. For her it was trying to accept also that they were friends and that Sandy would never try to express his interest in her. They know each other too well. They know that they have special feelings though they do not attempt to talk about it. Many times, both wanted to try and express themselves but new people will come into their lives. These events somehow delayed any chance for them to be seen as the best couple someday. Today is different; they keep still and hugging each other. Sandy could feel Alex was in tears. Sandy said to Alex that "today, this moment, you are the one I missed all along, you're the one I would not change for any one, you're the one who carried me through the years, you're the person who loved me and that I have loved even before our friends. Alex, the only reason I stayed in the city is because you're still here." Alex moved and looked at Sandy's face and said "I know Sandy, I know. It does not matter now, I am glad you still feel the same way." "So what's the plan now Sandy? You said that I am the only reason why you've stayed in the city, so where are you planning to go? Sandy lightens up and said; let’s go to San Ildefonso, I have finished the house up there. I want to work and live there. Remember the house we used to talk about? It just needs some furniture and a satellite connection and everything are set to go." Hearing about the house, Alex embraced him again and said; "Anywhere you want Sandy! Anywhere you want! Finally this coming Christmas I can celebrate it with you!" Still standing and hugging just outside the Aleza cafe, people are now walking from every direction. Some were crying looking for someone and some trying to go home. Ambulances and fire trucks also add madness in the streets. Sounds of sirens dominate the air. Lights from police cars flashes into people’s faces and showing up a city suddenly change in just one night.
Shopping in Hongkong
I have been to HongKong several times. Though not as many times as my friends have been there every now and then for great shopping. Mine was to attend a seminar and it was great because I have time to go around after dinner. In Causeway Bay, even there are a lot of men shopping; I was obviously a tourist because I keep coming back to the stalls. I needed to check the items and the prices. So I was scouting first to make sure I would have the best price. Eventually I ended up at SASA. I went back to the hotel using the subway. When I got into my room, I noticed that not all hotels provide toothbrushes. The reason maybe is for sustainability. No wonder why before I went up the hotel, there was a man in 7-eleven and his immediate destination is to get a toothbrush kit. The hotel is very near to the Red Light District just a road away. It's very convenient to find a computershop, bars, restaurant, shops, money-exchange, in Wanchai. Though there are still a lot of shopping places to go, it’s just that there is not much time for me to stay there. My second home is still Shanghai.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
586 Billion Dollars for the Middle Kingdom
It is great that the Chinese Government announced its stimulus package for the country's next two years economic stability. Some stocks did good as the announcement came from Mainland authorities.
The U.S. has a Trillion Dollar deficit for the next president of the US to handle. I hope his economic advisors will do good this time!
The U.S. has a Trillion Dollar deficit for the next president of the US to handle. I hope his economic advisors will do good this time!
Monday, November 10, 2008
Walks of Life - Sandy's New Year! (Part 2)
Sandy was earlier as expected of him. Fully geared up for the activity as people around are looking at him. People pass by giving that intimidating look as if you dress like a SWAT member. He currently holds the highest score in the city's most exciting 3D Shooting Game. It is a hero’s game where beautiful ladies have gained interest in joining. No wonder why a lot of guys also registered. Imagine young ladies captured in a battle field. The guys will have the option to save two girls in stage 1 and in stage 2 you can only choose 1 girl. The guys are divided into two groups; kidnappers versus rescuers. It is perhaps the reason they called the game "The Heroes Game."
The game was created in 2011 by a young group of college friends from the University of Mindanao. The long conflict of the southern regions ended peacefully and the whole federal states of “Maharlikans” rise above in south-east Asia (Formerly the Philippines). Inspired by the dramatic change in the life of the "Maharlikans", the group decided to create a 3D vision and physical games that could promote values and keep the young alike happy in the city.
"Sandy!" A voice he heard as the door of the train start to open. Sandy did not notice the arriving train because of the crowd. Alex is like a modern Aphrodite. She was wearing a black pants and shirt. Sandy couldn't ignore the figure Alex posses and said "I should save you right now from this wasted crowd and bring you to my fortress. I should show you my King size bed and we shall....."Oh stop it let's go! Alex grab Sandy's hands and they walk to the changing lane tunnel. She was wearing a necklace that probably Alex wear for the first time. It was a silver chain and a golden sun pendant. He could not stop noticing also the size C curves of her chest where the pendant is comfortably resting to. They run hearing the announcement that the train X06 is closing in five minutes. Boarding the train, they saw a lot of young participants for the game. Sandy and Alex look at each other smiling and excited. Sandy showed Alex his new black leather gloves and the train’s door begun to close.
The train starts to descend. The UC is at least 24 meters deep. Some said that UC is a 6 storey basement but others think there is another floor lower. The UC has been very controversial because of its former use and the issue of a 7th basement floor. The Underground City was used as a secret military underground base. They said that the 7th level connects outside of Makati and connects to a tunnel which exits both the Laguna de Bay and Manila Bay. The management of UC denied these controversies and even showed a film showing the far ends of UC.
At the stop, Sandy quickly walks and looks for the entrance gate. They passed the crowd of people filing up to register. Sandy holds a VIP treatment for holding a 5 times straight hero of the game. Sitting at the registration section was Nathan. "How are you man? It’s been a while Sandy! Your gun must be rusted now. Ha Ha!" Nathan accessed the VIP file system trying to locate Sandy's box number. "How about you miss?”Alex! My registration number is 2976." Nathan entered their registration numbers and the back wall suddenly opens and loading down the guns issued to Sandy and Alex. "What level are they now Nathan? Oh, they are at.....checking the monitors. at level 6 & 5." Sandy grabs the guns and gave Alex her gun. Looking at the issue number it was 1007. He couldn't remember how many awards he won in that game. It was great those days! Today is more like passing the day.
The doors opened for the next batch of rescuers. Alex tapped him by the shoulder and said "see you by the river!" Sandy smiled at her also trying to remember where the river would be. He had a strange feeling about this game. His heart was beating up fast. Two Cyborge came out and led the next troops inside the war zone. It was quiet for the moment. It was an evening with a lot of stars. There are 3 big moons in the sky. There are 2 at the east and 1 at the west. Lightning and thunderstorms change the atmosphere as rain also starts to drop down faster. Sandy could see fires at about 700 meters. Most of the troops stays together just in case there is an ambush, most of them will use each others to cover for the shots. The worst part is if a surveillance drone plane pass by and release sleeping gas.
A light spark 15 degrees north-west and most of them start running. It was a missile launch by a Cyborge guardian of the forest. It hits the group back area and exploded killing 7o people at once. Once you are registered dead, the gun issued will not function and your shoes will be magnetized so you won’t be able to run. A giant spaceship will magnetized the boots and lift the casualties in the air head down. The casualties will be brought to a chamber where they re-process for life extension. There are 130 people left in Sandy's group. He knows where the missile will fall and that's why he did not move. Alex on the other hand was captured before she even get to the river. Most of the ladies like Alex is captured for one reason and that is to become a prisoner. The truth also about the game is gambling. People outside watching the game can also choose to bet on who shall be more likely to be rescued. Alex was now one of the 4 pretty ladies being captured by the machines. The game is also watched through the internet and Cable TV. This is the reason why there are not much people in the streets from 8pm to 11pm.
To Be Continued....
The game was created in 2011 by a young group of college friends from the University of Mindanao. The long conflict of the southern regions ended peacefully and the whole federal states of “Maharlikans” rise above in south-east Asia (Formerly the Philippines). Inspired by the dramatic change in the life of the "Maharlikans", the group decided to create a 3D vision and physical games that could promote values and keep the young alike happy in the city.
"Sandy!" A voice he heard as the door of the train start to open. Sandy did not notice the arriving train because of the crowd. Alex is like a modern Aphrodite. She was wearing a black pants and shirt. Sandy couldn't ignore the figure Alex posses and said "I should save you right now from this wasted crowd and bring you to my fortress. I should show you my King size bed and we shall....."Oh stop it let's go! Alex grab Sandy's hands and they walk to the changing lane tunnel. She was wearing a necklace that probably Alex wear for the first time. It was a silver chain and a golden sun pendant. He could not stop noticing also the size C curves of her chest where the pendant is comfortably resting to. They run hearing the announcement that the train X06 is closing in five minutes. Boarding the train, they saw a lot of young participants for the game. Sandy and Alex look at each other smiling and excited. Sandy showed Alex his new black leather gloves and the train’s door begun to close.
The train starts to descend. The UC is at least 24 meters deep. Some said that UC is a 6 storey basement but others think there is another floor lower. The UC has been very controversial because of its former use and the issue of a 7th basement floor. The Underground City was used as a secret military underground base. They said that the 7th level connects outside of Makati and connects to a tunnel which exits both the Laguna de Bay and Manila Bay. The management of UC denied these controversies and even showed a film showing the far ends of UC.
At the stop, Sandy quickly walks and looks for the entrance gate. They passed the crowd of people filing up to register. Sandy holds a VIP treatment for holding a 5 times straight hero of the game. Sitting at the registration section was Nathan. "How are you man? It’s been a while Sandy! Your gun must be rusted now. Ha Ha!" Nathan accessed the VIP file system trying to locate Sandy's box number. "How about you miss?”Alex! My registration number is 2976." Nathan entered their registration numbers and the back wall suddenly opens and loading down the guns issued to Sandy and Alex. "What level are they now Nathan? Oh, they are at.....checking the monitors. at level 6 & 5." Sandy grabs the guns and gave Alex her gun. Looking at the issue number it was 1007. He couldn't remember how many awards he won in that game. It was great those days! Today is more like passing the day.
The doors opened for the next batch of rescuers. Alex tapped him by the shoulder and said "see you by the river!" Sandy smiled at her also trying to remember where the river would be. He had a strange feeling about this game. His heart was beating up fast. Two Cyborge came out and led the next troops inside the war zone. It was quiet for the moment. It was an evening with a lot of stars. There are 3 big moons in the sky. There are 2 at the east and 1 at the west. Lightning and thunderstorms change the atmosphere as rain also starts to drop down faster. Sandy could see fires at about 700 meters. Most of the troops stays together just in case there is an ambush, most of them will use each others to cover for the shots. The worst part is if a surveillance drone plane pass by and release sleeping gas.
A light spark 15 degrees north-west and most of them start running. It was a missile launch by a Cyborge guardian of the forest. It hits the group back area and exploded killing 7o people at once. Once you are registered dead, the gun issued will not function and your shoes will be magnetized so you won’t be able to run. A giant spaceship will magnetized the boots and lift the casualties in the air head down. The casualties will be brought to a chamber where they re-process for life extension. There are 130 people left in Sandy's group. He knows where the missile will fall and that's why he did not move. Alex on the other hand was captured before she even get to the river. Most of the ladies like Alex is captured for one reason and that is to become a prisoner. The truth also about the game is gambling. People outside watching the game can also choose to bet on who shall be more likely to be rescued. Alex was now one of the 4 pretty ladies being captured by the machines. The game is also watched through the internet and Cable TV. This is the reason why there are not much people in the streets from 8pm to 11pm.
To Be Continued....
Thursday, November 6, 2008
President Obama
Congratulations to President Barak Obama! Wish him well in his journey in solving the economic situations, lift back the free spirit and create peace across the globe!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Color of Things
Red is the color of life as blood relates to death...
Black & White is the beginning of things.
Chaos has a color for general unity, while unity has different colors.
Grey is a shade in-between, a balance into nothingness.
Orange is a color for direction while beige is a color for balance.
Green is a color for energy and a re-start for everything.
Blue is a color of heat and cold.
Violet is the opposite of weakness but a color for sadness.
Yellow is a color of secrecy, you'll never know what's real and what's not.
Brown is a color of a few, unpopular and forgotten.
Black & White is the beginning of things.
Chaos has a color for general unity, while unity has different colors.
Grey is a shade in-between, a balance into nothingness.
Orange is a color for direction while beige is a color for balance.
Green is a color for energy and a re-start for everything.
Blue is a color of heat and cold.
Violet is the opposite of weakness but a color for sadness.
Yellow is a color of secrecy, you'll never know what's real and what's not.
Brown is a color of a few, unpopular and forgotten.
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