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A part-time writer at Batangas Today (www.batangastodaycom). Owner of Madlangbayan.ph website. Works as MIS Director of a leading University in the province of Batangas, Philippines.
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UPCAT Results 2015: UP releases list of passers

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UPCAT results for AY 2015-2016 was released today, January 20, 2015. The anticipated release of the University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) came after Ateneo released the ACET 2015 results last week. Check out the complete list of 2015 UPCAT passers below this article. Thousands of students took the UPCAT last August 2014, a month ahead of ACET. According to several ACET passers, they waited for the UPCAT results before finalizing their choice of school and course. The complete results of the UPCAT 2015 was initially posted on the UP official website. However, due to flood of visitors, … Continue reading UPCAT Results 2015: UP releases list of passers

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ACET 2015: Ateneo releases list of passers

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The results of the Ateneo College Entrance Test (ACET) 2015 has been released by the Ateneo de Manila University on Saturday, January 10, 2015. ACET 2015 was administered last September 28, 2014 as part of the university’s admission pre-requisite for school year 2015-2016. Ateneo will start its academic year 2015-2016 for undergraduate and graduate classes in August instead of June. Check out the complete list of passers below. 40 Freshman Merit Scholars for SY 2015-2016: Continue reading ACET 2015: Ateneo releases list of passers

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I-94 90-Car Pile Up Due to Bad Weather

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About 90 cars were involved in a pile up incident at I-94 in the area of Kalamazoo County in Michigan on Friday, January 9, 2014. The 90-car pile up forced authorities to shutdown both directions of the freeway. According to reports, the car incident was in between Mile Marker 90 and 92 in the eastbound lanes. Police reportedly shutdown the freeway between Mile Markers 85 (Galesburg exit) and 92 (M-37/Mercury Drive). As of posting, a person was not able to survived the car crash and a lot of people were injured. Involved in the 90-car pile up include multiple semis … Continue reading I-94 90-Car Pile Up Due to Bad Weather

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Bigfoot Sightings 2015: Fisherman Sees Bigfoot Bathing (Photos)

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The first Bigfoot sighting news for 2015 came from a retired electrician. Bigfoot was reportedly seen bathing in the waters of Hillborough River near Northeast Tampa, Florida last December 26, 2015. According to 66-year-old John Rodriguez, he was able to take a clear picture of Bigfoot while in the waters. The image taken by Rodriguez showed a tall, hairy creature. Rodriguez claimed that “I fish for gar in the river and I bring my camera to take pictures of the birds and what not. I heard a squishing sound, looked over and saw this thing walking through the water and … Continue reading Bigfoot Sightings 2015: Fisherman Sees Bigfoot Bathing (Photos)

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San Jose Municipal Hall: Building Construction Starts at New Location

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The town of San Jose in Batangas province will be having its new Municipal Building by 2015. It is being moved out of the town proper and will be built at Brgy. Don Luis. Groundbreaking ceremony was conducted today, December 20, 2014. According to reports, the lot were the new Municipal Hall is being constructed was donated by the Luna family. The new site is about two to three minute drive from its current location. For those who will be visiting the new San Jose Municipal hall can take note of these landmarks. 1. in front of Sacred Cross 2. … Continue reading San Jose Municipal Hall: Building Construction Starts at New Location

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ACA Hip Hop 2014 Bridge Dance Competition Video Performance

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A video performance of ACA Hip Hop group from the University of California in Los Angeles during the 2014 Bridges Dance Competition is making waves over the internet. The ACA Hip Hop showed an almost perfect synchronised dance performance. As of posting, the viral video of ACA Hip Hop during the Bridges Dance Competition has garnered over 128 thousand views. The ACA Hip Hop video was uploaded on YouTube last December 9. Watch below the ACA Hip Hop performance at the 2014 Bridges Dance Competition. Continue reading ACA Hip Hop 2014 Bridge Dance Competition Video Performance

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Oppo R5: Thinnest Smartphone in the World (PHOTOS)

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Oppo R5, the thinnest smartphone in the world, is almost as thin as a magazine. The Oppo R5 was unveiled in October and is only available in a few countries. The thinnest smartphone is thinner by two millimeters slimmer than the iPhone 6 and its edges are sharper than Apple’s flagship smartphone. Oppo R5’s back looks like the iPhone 5 and 5s with its white plastic antenna strips and silver aluminum finish. Unlocked Oppo R5 reportedly cost $450 cheaper by $50 compared to an iPhone 6. Continue reading Oppo R5: Thinnest Smartphone in the World (PHOTOS)

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The Family of Juan Carlos I Portrait Unveiled by Antonio Lopez After 20 Years

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Spanish artist Antonio Lopez unveils The Family of Juan Carlos I portrait. Spanish artist Antonio Lopez officially unveiled The Royal Portrait after 20 years. The portrait of the Spanish royal family with former Spanish King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia was publicly displayed at the Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain according to Spanish Daily El Pais. Based on reports, it took 20 years for painter Antonio López to complete the portrait. López, noted for his unhurried approach to his work, was putting the finishing touches to the life-size canvas in the Royal Palace in June when the then king, Juan … Continue reading The Family of Juan Carlos I Portrait Unveiled by Antonio Lopez After 20 Years

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Class Suspension for December 9, 2014 Due to Typhoon Ruby

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Class suspension declared for December 9, 2014 Early class suspension for December 9, 2014 were announced due to Typhoon Ruby. Class suspension in all levels, public and private were declared in areas where Typhoon Ruby will make its landfall today. According to PAGASA weather forecast, Typhoon Ruby will make a landfall in Batangas between 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. today, December 8, 2014. Orange rainfall warning is now in effect in Metro Manila and CALABARZON area. Below is the complete list of schools and areas where classes were already suspended. NCR Malabon City: Classes suspended on Dec. 9, all levels … Continue reading Class Suspension for December 9, 2014 Due to Typhoon Ruby

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New Horizons Spacecraft: NASA Shuttle Awakens, Starts Pluto Mission

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New Horizons Spacecraft: NASA shuttle ends hibernation to start Pluto mission. Image credit: SPACE.com NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft woke up after nine years in hibernation and set to start an extraordinary journey of 3 billion miles. The New Horizons spacecraft latest mission is to study Pluto and its sibling worlds in its Kuiper belt home. According to SPACE.com, a pre-set alarm clock awakened New Horizons from its electronic slumber at 3 p.m. EST, though ground control teams didn’t receive confirmation until just after 9:30 p.m. “It’s hard to underestimate the evolution that’s taking place in our view of the architecture … Continue reading New Horizons Spacecraft: NASA Shuttle Awakens, Starts Pluto Mission

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Class Suspension in Metro Manila, Other Areas on Monday, December 8, 2014

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No Classes Class suspension on Monday, December 8, 2014 was declared by Philippines local government executives due to Bagyong Ruby (Typhoon Ruby). Metro Manila Mayors announced today that there will be no classes in all levels for private and public schools in their respective cities on Monday, December 8, 2014. Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista noted that class suspension on Monday is in anticipation of the impact of Typhoon Ruby. He clarified that suspension of office work will depend if the national government Bagyong Ruby is expected to affect Metro Manila on Sunday afternoon. Below is the complete list of … Continue reading Class Suspension in Metro Manila, Other Areas on Monday, December 8, 2014

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Bagyong Ruby Update by PAGASA, December 7, 2014

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Bagyong Ruby made its first of five anticipated landfall in Dolores, Eastern Samar around 9:15 p.m. last night. Typhoon Ruby is expected to make its second landfall on Sunday, December 7, 2014 according to the latest PAGASA weather update. PAGASA weather forecast indicate that Bagyong Ruby slightly weakened with maximum sustained winds of 160 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 190 kph. Bagyong Ruby also slowed down from 16 kph to 15 kph as it moves west northwest. Typhoon Ruby was last spotted at 70 km West Northwest of Catbalogan, Samar or 85 km Southeast of Masbate … Continue reading Bagyong Ruby Update by PAGASA, December 7, 2014

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Bagyong Ruby Update: December 7, 8, 9, 2014 Flights Cancelled Due to Typhoon

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Bagyong Ruby resulted in the cancellation of several flights from December 7, 2014 to December 9, 2014. Flights were cancelled due to the strong Typhoon Ruby with strength of 175 kph. Listed below are cancelled flights of Air Asia, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines (PAL). Air Asia Philippines issued an official announcement that they have cancelled its domestic and international flights for Sunday until Tuesday. As of posting, below is the complete list of Philippine Air Lines, Air Asia Philippines flights cancelled for Sunday, December 7-9. These list will be updated as soon as the airlines issue their official statements. … Continue reading Bagyong Ruby Update: December 7, 8, 9, 2014 Flights Cancelled Due to Typhoon

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Bagyong Ruby: Typhoon Hotlines, Facebook and Twitter Page by NDRRMC

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Bagyong Ruby Credit: NDRRMC Bagyong Ruby is now being felt in the areas of Eastern Samar, according to the latest typhoon update by the NDRRMC Usec. Alexander Pama at around 6:30 p.m. today, December 6, 2014. The NDRRMC opened several social media pages to gather information from the public, especially those directly affected by Bagyong Ruby. Below are the Facebook and Twitter pages by the NDRRMC. FACEBOOK – Ruby Response Cluster TWITTER – @rubyresponse or use #ruby response NDRRMC also opened several hotlines that the public can contact using their landline and mobile phones. The following are the NDRRMC hotline … Continue reading Bagyong Ruby: Typhoon Hotlines, Facebook and Twitter Page by NDRRMC

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Bagyong Ruby: Areas with Typhoon Signals, December 6, 2014

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Bagyong Ruby Credit: PAGASA UPDATE: Check the latest Storm Warning Signals by clicking here. Bagyong Ruby maintained its strength of 195 kph according to the latest PAGASA weather forecast this morning, December 6, 2014. As of 9:00 a.m. today, the eye of Typhoon Ruby was spotted at 200 km East Northeast of Borongan, Eastern Samar. PAGASA already raised typhoon signals in several areas due to Bagyong Ruby. Below is the complete list of areas with storm signals as provided by PAGASA. (The list will be updated as soon as PAGASA issues the official update on Bagyong Ruby.) SIGNAL #3 LUZON: … Continue reading Bagyong Ruby: Areas with Typhoon Signals, December 6, 2014