What locals describe as the "black sand" of Currimao beach is one of the reasons it never gets overcrowded. Picture via WikiCommons. It was about seven years ago that I first arrived in the small town of Currimao, in Ilocos Norte… more by accident than by design. I had been on a trip to nearby Batac to visit the mausoleum of President Ferdinand Marcos, and after this … [Full Story...] about Currimao: The ‘black-sand’ beach town that’s so often overlooked
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American arrested in Dumaguete drug raid… for a second time
James Thomas Hobert is arrested for a second time at his home in Dumaguete. Photograph courtesy of Roy Ortega. An American has been arrested on suspicion of drug … [Full Story...] about American arrested in Dumaguete drug raid… for a second time
Eleven American fugitives deported from Philippines to face justice in USA
Eleven American fugitives arrested after hiding out in the Philippines have now been deported to the face justice in the USA. The announcement was made on … [Full Story...] about Eleven American fugitives deported from Philippines to face justice in USA
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Australian sex offender sentenced for online abuse of young Cebu girls
Australian sex offender Matthias Wolfgang Baden has been sentenced to more than seven years. An Australian sex offender has been sentenced to more than seven … [Full Story...] about Australian sex offender sentenced for online abuse of young Cebu girls
Philippines: Explore the Aquatic Planet!
Travelers, no! More specifically; explorers or adventurous people, this place is meant for you. The pristine beaches, rainforests, old age cities, coral reefs, … [Full Story...] about Philippines: Explore the Aquatic Planet!
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Town near Baguio considers total ban on the sale of cigarettes
A town near Baguio is considering a total ban on the sale of cigarettes in order to stamp out smoking among the young, particularly students. Sablan town’s Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) has approved a resolution urging the Sangguniang Bayan [town … [Full Story...] about Town near Baguio considers total ban on the sale of cigarettes
Chinese fishermen condemned for abandoning Filipino crew after collision
The fishermen were apparently left "at the mercy of the elements" after the collision in the disputed South China Sea. The Philippines has condemned the "cowardly action" of a Chinese fishing vessel accused of abandoning 22 Filipino fishermen after a … [Full Story...] about Chinese fishermen condemned for abandoning Filipino crew after collision
Revolution of Personal Lending Solutions
The financial and banking market in the Philippines has come of age. Consumers today have more options when it comes to accessing the all-important services. Increasingly, there have been more players offering lending solutions in the country. This has … [Full Story...] about Revolution of Personal Lending Solutions
Explore Singapore like a Local
If you want to enjoy the Lion City, you have no other option than to explore Singapore like a local. Singapore is a beautiful island. Although it is known to be a business hub, it is also a wonderful tourist hub rich in natural and artificial attractions, … [Full Story...] about Explore Singapore like a Local
Trademark of Country Music in Baguio City
Pam Tillis quoted the following – “There’s nothing wrong wearing a hat and cowboy boots if you want to be a country singer. But, when you open your mouth, have something new to say. Have your own style.” Every country song is indeed unique. There seems to … [Full Story...] about Trademark of Country Music in Baguio City
