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Archive for December 2005

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Day 1 of World Pyro Olympics

Tuesday, December 27th, 2005

The Greatest Fireworks Show on earth started last night and these photos does not give due justice to the awesome display of light paintings and surround sound experience. Last night, was the show of China and Australia — who is no doubt the runaway day1 winner. Four more days to go, and before you go, [...]

World Pyro Olympics coming our way.

Saturday, December 17th, 2005

The World Pyro Olympics is a great spectacle to watch our for this December. Hosted by the La Mancha Production Group, the World Pyro Olympics (WPO) is the biggest and most intense international fireworks competition to be held here on December 26 - 30, 2005 which will be participated by countries such as China, United [...]

Maxi Comes of Age

Wednesday, December 14th, 2005

What is so refreshing about Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros is its honesty. It does not overly emphasize the travails of a gay boy but shows how one falls in love amid difficult circumstances.

Ballet Philippines Gives an Angel His Wings

Tuesday, December 13th, 2005

Ballet Philippines gives its merriest performance with “An Angel Earns Its Wings” at the CCP Main Theatre.

Christmas Festivities at the University of the Philippines

Tuesday, December 13th, 2005

The University of the Philippines, amidst the economic and political crisis that our country is experiencing, has started celebrating the Christmas holidays last December 2, 2005. With the theme Kanya-Kanya 2gether sa PasQ”, the more than a week long celebration is highlighted by an academic fair and bazaar at the University oval which will run [...]

Mini Christmas town display at the Gateway

Tuesday, December 13th, 2005

Here’s another reason to visit the Gateway Mall at the Araneta Center, Cubao, this Christmas season: an interesting miniature Christmas town display at the fourth level, carpark-side.

Christmas in Policarpio

Sunday, December 11th, 2005

Policarpio Street, in Mandaluyong City has opened their doors to the public once again. This street, literally becomes a wonderland during the “ber” months. All houses are wrapped with Christmas lights, and rooftops are often filled with Santa Clauses and other toys. Definitely, tis is one of the few places to go in Manila during [...]

Rock the Riles 2005: Rock gigs at MRT Stations

Friday, December 9th, 2005

The United Nations Development Programme and RockEd Philippines will stage
Rock the Riles, a series of rock performances meant to promote human rights awareness on Saturday, December 10, 2005.

A shower of confetti for the Philippines’ champions

Thursday, December 8th, 2005

Pinoys took to the streets once again, but this time it was not to stage a protest rally against the latest government fiasco. Snap-happy bi-standers, clueless hangers on, office executives, corporate slaves and sidewalk “dibidi” vendors flocked to Ayala Avenue yesterday to celebrate the Philippines’ victory.

Christmas Bazaar Guide 2005

Wednesday, December 7th, 2005

The Christmas shopping craze has just begun. Extended mall hours, sales and bazaars mark practically every pocket of shop-crazy Manila. So bring out your cash or your plastics and troop to these bazaars for unique and budget-friendly items:

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