2004 March News

Pinoys in Dubai build a ‘bayanihan’ community

The Philippine participation at the Global village during the Dubai Shopping Festival held last February had showcased the best of the Philippines ranging from its homemade products, musical talents and cultural presentations. The Pinoy cultural dancers composed mostly of students and Overseas Filipino Workerss left the audience in awe. Moreover, the fabled bayanihan virtue of 

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Filipino singing idol winners

TORONTO-In the second round of the contest held last February 27, the Group 2 contestants gave such a good performance to the delight of the enthusiastic crowd who packed the Rizal Hall. Too bad not everyone could be a winner. At the end of the show, the judges – Perla Andres, Liane Dizon and Juan 

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Art Viola’s comeback

NIAGARA-on-the-LAKE-Election fever is over but for Arturo Tapiador Viola, Deputy Lord Mayor of Niagara-on-the-Lake, his campaign still continues. This time, he is not on the run to win more votes but on the run to retain the confidence of his people. The formidable Deputy Lord Mayor admits that he is busier now than he was 

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Interrupt conversations and you’ll be 7 times more likely to get heart disease

RECENTLY I received in the mail a free promotional issue of Bottom Line/Health magazine or newsletter. I usually receive health or wellness materials and newsletters in the mail. Having subscribed to some of them in the past, my name must now be in the mailing lists of dozens of health-related marketing organizations. This last one 

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FilCan Niagara marks Valentine’s Day

NIAGARA FALLS-The harsh weather conditions last February 14 did not hamper the spirit of the FCAN (Filipino Canadian Association of Niagara) members as they drove all the way to Americana Hotel in Niagara Falls to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Apparently, the social evening was marked with utmost aplomb and strong camaraderie among its members. The fabulous 

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For seniors who want to stay young and healthy

TORONTO-Middle-aged and senior Filipino Canadians will hold an educational and social gathering on Saturday, March 20, 7:00 p.m.. at the Rizal Hall of the Filipino Centre Toronto at 597 Parliament Street. Norman Savoie, general manager of DXN Canada, will be the guest speaker. The affair will be focusing on the subject “the maintenance of health 

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