MCX acquired by Villar-led company for P3.8 billion

Have you been driving lately along the Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway (MCX)? In case you missed the news, the MCX has officially been acquired by a company led by the influential Villar group for almost P4 billion, according to a Manila Standard news report. To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the Manila Standard news article. Some parts in boldface… Prime Asset Ventures…

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What Florida's William Thomas Worth did to Mila Loslos in Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines

Hailing from Florida, United States, William Thomas Worth, 71, is a U.S. citizen. He and his Filipino girlfriend Mila Narcisco Loslos, 48, lived together in Barangay Habay 1, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines.

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Sharing my sister’s food business. Nakakatuwa na laging mabenta ang ramenan namin sa Cavite.

If you guys are near at Molino Cavite, you might wanna try our ramen. May rice meals din kami.

It’s called Zakku Ramen and located at Camella Springville Molino Bacoor. Legit masarap! No joke. Search niyo kami sa Facebook. Hahaha 😊

Second branch coming soon hopefully sa Imus. ❤️🍜

So ayun na nga, sobrang busy and pagod ako lately kaya di ko na din nakwento yung takbo ko sa Asics Rock n Roll Running Series Manila last Sunday, pero ang wild ng experience na yun hahaha. I planned and started training more than 2 months before that event but a lot of things happened — I got sidelined for two weeks due to flu, then got busy with job hunting, then later on with taking care of my requirements, and in between all that I was also still managing reservations at our vacation place and helping out with my siblings’ respective businesses.

Anyway, by the time November rolled around I still had very little practice, and the fact that I planned my training around “long, easy runs” didn’t help me develop the strength and speed I needed to smash this run.

The event was scheduled in the wee hours of Sunday— gun start for my distance was at 2:00 AM. The least I could do was adjust my sleeping hours and make sure that I was getting enough sleep, but my sleeping schedule was shit that week. I had to wake up at 2:00 AM on Wednesday to accompany my sister Kat with her deliveries, then ganun ulit nung Sabado.

Bilang may guests kami nung Sabado, di na ako nakatulog ulit pagkauwi namin. Ang plano ko sana matutulog ako sa hapon then gigising ng alas diyes ng gabi pero di na ako nakatulog kasi busy sa pag-assist sa guests and pagtulong kay Kat magluto ng mga order ng guests. Alas otso na kami natapos magluto, and by that time pagod na kami pareho.

Ang usapan namin ipagda-drive ako ni Karl kaso nagkataon birthday ng girlfriend nya nung Sabado and late na sya nakauwi so ayoko na magpa-drive sa kanya at baka antukin sa daan. Ganun din si Kat alam kong pagod din yun bilang magkasama kami mula madaling araw. Napagdesisyunan kong magbyahe na lang bilang alam ko naman na may mga bus pa din na bumibyahe pa-Manila kahit late na. Sabi ko basta makarating ako ng Pala-pala kasi halos lahat ng bumabyaheng bus tumitigil dun. Eh di nung may dumaan na jeep na Pala-pala sumakay agad ako kaso putek di pa nakakalayo yung jeep biglang may lumampas na bus na pa-Manila. Sayaaaaang.

Tapos tangina yung driver ng jeep lahat na lang ng kanto tinigilan. Pagdating sa Silang Bayan tumambay pa sa antayan para magkape at magyosi. Mag-aalas dose na nakarating sa Pala-pala yung jeep tapos wala na yung mga bus. By 12:20 AM nawalan na ako ng pag-asa and thought I would miss the event for sure, I was literally wiping away tears of disappointment in the middle of the empty road, patawid na ako para umuwi when I saw a taxi approaching. Nabuhayan ako ng loob, pinara ko pero di ako tinigilan, buti naka-stop yung traffic light sa intersection so hinabol ko yung taxi hahaha. Pero di pa dun natatapos ang pagsubok ko, supposedly 1 hr lang byahe pag ganung oras pero pagdating sa may Imus sobrang traffic, yun pala may road closure kasi inaayos yung kalsada. Ni-redirect kami na bumalik and sa looban dumaan kaya lang naipit din kami dun bilang makitid yung daan and lahat ng sasakyan dun pinadaan. Pumihit ulit yung driver tapos sa Salitran - Daang Hari na sya dumaan then ang labas eh sa Bacoor. Ang ending past 2:00 AM na ako nakarating sa venue, nag-start ako exactly 2:20 AM. Buti na lang 2:30 ang cut off sa starting line.

Despite my lack of sleep and the stress of almost missing the event, I was still able to manage my run splendidly — I recorded a negative split and finished race in less than 2 and a half hours. I couldn’t help but feel emotional when I reached the finish line.

I lingered in the venue for a bit then got my stuff sa baggage counter at bumyahe na agad pauwi — may order na breakfast yung guests namin so I needed to help in the kitchen, then pagka-check out nila may guests ulit sa gabi bilang long weekend so kailangan ko ulit maglinis hahaha tangina kuracha yan?

At dahil dyan buong week na yata akong nagbabawi ng tulog at pahinga, I’m still doing chores and running errands here and there but during my down time nakahiga lang ako either natutulog or nanonood ng The Big Bang Theory. And to that I say, “dasurv.”

SUMMER ESCAPE

"A good food is equals to a good mood"

A trip will not end without savoring a food or a delicacy that a specific place serves. Then here comes the rise of food travel, which builds a very exciting and flavorful adventure. During summer time in the Philippines, one of the most popular and always sought-after desserts by Filipinos is the famous "halo-halo," a dessert that consists of different kinds of ingredients, shaved ice and milk, and sometimes comes with ice cream or leche flan on top. A unique Filipino delicacy that could turn your summer into a cool one. As far as I remember, it is called "Halo-Halo" because of the ingredients and the way of eating it. For you to savor it and the true flavor of it, you need to mix all the ingredients in a cup with a spoon and mix them until well combined.

There are several famous places in the Philippines that serve Halo-Halo; one of these is the famous Digman store that is located in Bacoor, Cavite. They serve a flavorful type of halo-halo that consists of twelve (12) ingredients: sweet corn, sweet beans, gulaman in two (2) varieties, sweetened sliced banana, sweetened coconut meat, kaong, sago, nata de coco, black beans, leche flan, and ube, which are all home-made excluding the milk and the ice. They offer regular halo-halo which cost a hundred pesos and special halo-halo, that comes with an ice cream and leche flan on top for a hundred and ten pesos. Aside from this, one of their specialties is their home-made siopao for only 30 pesos, which comes in only one flavor. My visit to Digman won't be complete if I do not try these specials on their menu, so I purchase each one and have a mouthful of it. I could really say that there's something in their halo-halo that's different from the typical one that you can buy anywhere. It is way creamier and it has just the right amount of sweetness, plus it is really amazing because it consists of twelve home-made ingredients, which have been done for almost how many years since the day the business started way back in the 1930's. That was the recipe of Raymunda Ugalde-Toledo, also known as Aling Raymunda, the mother of the three (3) owners of Digman stores. As for their famous home-made siopao, at first bite, you can already say that it is home-made because of its dough and the meat inside, you can taste the flavor of home made food. It is not bad because there are a lot of fillings, and the sauce is really crazy, which adds flavor to the siopao itself. It has come to my knowledge that both the siopao and its sauce are home-made. There are a lot in their menu aside from these two specialties like Mais con yelo, empanada, pancit, tapsilog, chicken mami, BBQ, and more.

Halo-halo is something special to every Filipino; it is our true food to escape the hot weather and cool ourselves. It is way simple, but it holds a lot of stories; it shows different colors and backgrounds; and it feels happiness and contentment. Food that will cool your whole existence and answer your cravings this summer. A cool escape in the summer which can give you a refreshing vibe. "Halo-halo," the summer food escape and the taste of Filipinos.

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Inside the World of Criminology Students

Disclaimer: I hereby acknowledge that I have obtained permission to take and post photographs of the crime scene, which was solely used for educational purposes.

Aspiring criminology students immerse themselves in the intricacies of crime scene investigation. Through a series of captivating images, we explore their journey into the heart of forensic analysis.

Crime scene activity captured at Soldiers Hills 4 Molino, Bacoor Cavite on April 9, 2024.

The stage is set as students collect their equipment, put on their protection gear, and mentally prepare for the task ahead. From cameras to evidence bags, each piece is important in solving the case.

When students arrive at the crime site, they proceed with caution, taking careful notes on every detail. Their training kicks in as they evaluate their surroundings, identifying potential evidence buried in plain sight.

Crime scene activity captured at Soldiers Hills 4 Molino, Bacoor Cavite on April 9, 2024.

Students document the scene with precision and attention to detail through photographs, sketches, and notes. Every angle captured can reveal important clues in their investigation.

Crime scene activity captured at Soldiers Hills 4 Molino, Bacoor Cavite on April 9, 2024.

Students meticulously collect and store the evidence, making sure it’s clean and ready for analysis. Whether it’s fingerprints or fibers, each piece holds a clue to what happened next.

In the laboratory, students carefully examine the collected evidence. Armed with state-of-the-art technology and their knowledge, they put the pieces together, re-enacting the events that led up to the murder.

Crime scene activity captured at Soldiers Hills 4 Molino, Bacoor Cavite on April 9, 2024.

Students in criminology work together with experts from different disciplines to solve difficult cases. They work together to achieve justice through collaboration and multidisciplinary approaches.

With the results in hand, students present their findings to classmates and teachers. Using clear language and eye-catching visuals, they demonstrate their commitment to truth-telling.

Crimnology students successfully done their forensic analysis, captured at Soldiers Hills 4 Molino, Bacoor Cavite on April 9, 2024.

Students in the criminology field often find themselves at a crossroads between science and justice. Armed with knowledge and a desire to change the world, students in criminology embody the relentless pursuit of knowledge and truth in crime scene investigation.

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A savory and an upgraded version of the most beloved finger food, fench fries. It is drizzled with sweet sauce, cheese, and topped with chopped parsley and bacon bits. (Kahel, A café in Bacoor, Cavite. April 4, 2024)

Las Piñas City chosen by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), dredging technology test on local river to follow

Recently it was announced that the City of Las Piñas has been selected by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) as the site where they will test the floating amphibious excavator of Kochi Marutaka which means dredging on Las Piñas river, according to a Manila Standard news report.   To put things in perspective, posted below is the excerpt from the Manila Standard news report. Some…

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People: Environmental Portrait

Place: Cavite City

Date: May 6, 2023

This is a picture of my boyfriend and his cat named Kit. We let kit stroll around the vast grass for the day.

Kit and him 🩷

Roses are red ,

Violets are blue,

I'm so lucky to have you♡

September 5, 2023

SM City Bacoor

This portrait of him i took when we are strolling at the 3rd floor of SM after class , the ambiance was quite funky and vibrant.

My blue 💙

Portrait

Venice Grand Canal Mall

November 11,2023

This is a picture i took when we are at the venice to celebrate our 4th months and my birthday. The place had tall buildings and not like other mall , they have indoor water that circles the mall as you can see at the background.

Paulo Zapanta biography: 13 things about Nappanee, Indiana man

Paulo Zapanta biography: 13 things about Nappanee, Indiana man

Paulo Zapanta is a Filipino-American man from Indiana, United States. Here are 13 more things about him:

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Weekend Escapes✨

Some people think that being a working student is quite hard, especially in handling our precious time and schedules. I always manage my schedule every day starting with waking up early at 4 am up to lunchtime for my morning work shift then going straight ahead into my classes then getting home by 9 in the evening. This kind of schedule may be tough and tiring but always remember that you still need to rest especially on weekends, I will show you how I spend my rest days after a few days of no classes.

St. John Bosco Parish Church-Makati City, April 7, 2024

It all started last Sunday wherein I put my rest day into Lord’s Day, a day where I spent my whole day listening to the words of God. I was invited to attend a family recollection by one of my youth mates, it is supposed to be an exclusive event for a family but instead, they also invited their friends in able to celebrate and meditate.

McDonald’s Bahayang Pag-asa, Molino 3 Bacoor City, April 8, 2024

Another day passed and my rest day ended a few hours ago, I already started my day going to work. It’s still dark outside but I needed to come to work in able to fund my educational expenses. After 8 long hours of my shift, I still needed to come home early as there were some school activities that I needed to finish already.

Sto. Niño De Molino Parish Church, Molino 3 Bacoor City, April 9, 2024

Since this day is a holiday my schedule from work got a little bit changed making my shift started from lunchtime up to late afternoon. As I was about to go home, I just felt some urge to walk for a while before I got home and my feet brought me into one of my favorite churches nearby. It just happens that there is a mass ongoing.

McDonald’s Salawag, Salawag Dasmariñas City, April 10, 2024

After a tiring day of work and school activities, I just decided to visit the nearest McDonald’s from my home to order some iced coffee and burgers in able to cheer up myself after a tiring day. The days of having no classes are coming to an end, midterms are coming also and I want to prepare myself again for another battle for the next few days.

From Past to Present: A Journey of Place and Change of barangay Maliksi 3

Photo essay by John Bert Sanchez

Maliksi, Bacoor – the place of my origin, there are so many changes in this place from previous to present time. Before, this place used to be as “ asininan” or the salt farming but as the times goes by it faded out which is why The livelihood of our community are Also change. I remembered when I was in grade school we used to play in grass field when it still clean, we often play here with my friends and always climbing the “kamatsile” or the sweet tamarind tree which is also gone when they cut it off.

If you can actually witness this place from the previous years, You can really see the huge difference from the previous condition of this place to the present. I took this picture On April 9th 2024, this second picture that was taken is the main passage to go in dagat and ilog, our community used to call them dagat and ilog which is about the small place in barangay maliksi 3 that is near side of the river and Sea. Before, there is also another livelihood that my community also do, since that we are very close to the sea, most of people in my community are also use to do fishing that is until now became the Main source of income of most of the people in my community.

As the times goes by, most of the place here in Maliksi 3 are totally changing, as we are now in the modern era, the discipline and being responsible is something that has been forgotten by the this generation. Most of the place here, had became very polluted where you will see innumerable trash wherever you will go Most specially in sea side part of Maliksi 3, However, because of newly elected barangay officials they’re started to take an actions and programs that will really help to clean up and at the same time maintain its cleanliness, that is why every night they regularly collecting the trash of all the houses in my community, and I hope that everyone will participate and to be able to learn and to bring back what really the Filipinos are most specially the youth.

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