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Curse or Coincidence: Stories Behind Barangay Calvario's Feast Day

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By Ameera Luntao, Leila Rodriguez and Mariella Sta. Ana Every first week of May in Barangay Calvario,Meycauayan City, Bulacan, the striking colors of triangular flags will feed your eyes. The walls were painted in a monochromatic form that defines symphony and unity. The blasting sounds of the marching band will definitely make you groove. All of these preparations are for their patron, Sto. Cristo. But beneath these merry haps, residents in Barangay Calvario prepare for expected misfortunes. Every time the residents try to celebrate their patron’s feast day always end up aborted. Up until now, some believe this myth that their fiesta is always tied with bad luck. The mishap during the Barangay Calvario feast day is an example of a myth that was passed along by word of mouth, from person to person and generation to generation until it was retold in different versions. According to James Bonnet, a writer and story consultant, the great myths and legends were not aut...
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Curse or Coincidence: Stories Behind Barangay Calvario Feast Day

By Ameera Luntao, Leila Rodriguez and Mariella Sta. Ana Every first week of May in Barangay Calvario, Meycauayan City, Bulacan, the striking colors of triangular flags will feed your eyes. The walls were painted in a monochromatic form that defines symphony and unity. The blasting sounds of the marching band will definitely make you groove. All of these preparations are for their patron, Sto. Cristo . But beneath these merry haps, residents in Barangay Calvario prepare for expected mishaps. Because of its name, Calvario, residents believe that it is the reason behind the misfortunes of every feast day. They presume that everytime they celebrate their fiesta in a joyous way, something bad is about to happen. Lorenzo Abacan, a psychologist, also a resident of Barangay Calvario, believes that the dooms and the history of Calvario is possibly connected. "To some extent, I do believe… Because if it is really a coincidence, why does it happen every single time that we...
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INSPIRATIONAL/POWERFUL BIBLE VERSES By Christine De Jesus

INSPIRATIONAL/POWERFUL BIBLE VERSES  that can help us uplift our spirit when time gets rough, when we face tragedy, loss, mourning, sadness or hopelessness. BELOW is a collection of Inspirational/Powerful Bible verses that can guide you to a deeper understanding of God ’s plan and His promises that might restore your faith this Lenten Season. RECEIVE God’s word, RETAIN to God’s Instruction and REFLECT God’s Character. Where to look in the Bible WHEN… W hat you want is contentment……………  (John 14; Romans 8) You’re looking for a good future……………( Matthew 7) You have given a responsibility………( Joshua 1:1-9; Proverbs 2; Philemon 3:7-12) You are discourage…………… …….. ( Psalm 23,42,43) You’re angry towards someone ………………(Matthew 18; Ephesians 4; James 4) You are tired…………………….(Psalm 95:1-7; Matthew 11) You are tempted to do something wrong……(Psalm 15,19,139; Matthew 4; James 1) You are suffering from anxiety………….(Psalm 46; Matthew 6) Your...
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Ethiopian prenup photos of Billy Crawford and Coleen Garcia, bashed by the netizens

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By Quinn Avery Conos Pre-wedding photos of Billy Crawford and Coleen Garcia are making noise on social media and has been called out for being "insensitive" . The couple decided to shoot in one of their favorite places which is in Africa, beautiful landscapes was featured and some fans were impressed with the creativity behind every photo but many criticized it for using Ethiopian locals. Here are some of the photos: Credits to: Oly Ruiz The photos may be harmless but there are still some people who find it offensive just  like netizen Rachel Ravana. Contrary to what Rachel posted, Gail Suarez tried to defend the couple's side. Netizens are already arguing with this issue but the couple is still silent about it.  The two got engaged last December 2016 and expected to tie the knot this coming summer. Check out the complete prenuptial photos here: https://metro.style/people/celebrities/1735/exclusive-billy-and-coleens-jaw-d...
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MRT 3 flops in providing transportation duties

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By: John Marc Cruz Photo from: Philippine Primer Over the past months, Metro Railway Transit (MRT) has failed to do its service to the public. As the Department of Transportation (DOTr) took an interim maintenance of the MRT to its provider Busan Universal Rail Inc., as of November, the number trains running has gone down from 20 to 6. Since February, no more than nine trains operated to the railway which resulted to downfall of the average daily passenger of 463,000 to 236,000. In line with this, Premium Point-To-Point Buses (P2P) had become the answer for the suffering of the commuters. Instead of riding the MRT, passengers chose to settle with the P2P buses even it will cost them a little much higher than their usual fare in the railway. This problem really matters as said by the Bayan Secretary General Renato Reyes as he believes that the MRT 3’s condition has become “a symbol of government neglect and mismanagement.” “It’s not the length of the...
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Jollibee crew’s act of kindness took over the internet

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By Quinn Avery Conos Credits to: facebook.com/Markalcanse21 Netizen Mark Wolfson’s post went viral as he captured a crew taking time to cut up an elderly woman’s meal at Jollibee Cabuyao branch. Mark was moved when he noticed the crew assisting the senior citizen that is having a hard time eating her meal that’s why he decided to share this simple act of kindness on Facebook.  “ Shoutout po kay Ate na Crew Saludo po kame sayo. Sana marame pang Ganto” he posted. With this good deed, thousands were inspired and gave positive comments about it.  Credits to: facebook.com/Markalcanse21 Kindness is a gift that everyone can afford to give. This is what this service crew recently proved the netizens. As of now, the post already reached more than 21,000 reactions, 10,000 shares and over 2,000 comments saluting the service crew. Jollibee has been lauded for its exceptional service because this is not the first time that a crew shown thoug...
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Sylvester Stalone ‘knocks out’ another dead hoax By Christine De Jesus

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The Rocky star eliminates the false accusations by posting on his Instagram account saying that he still “Alive and punching,” despite the death hoax. Reports began spreading on social media claiming that 71-year-old actor had died after a battle with prostate cancer, together with a fake pictures showing the actor in his “final days”.  This fake picture of Stalone circulating on the internet. However, after seeing Sly’s face on the advert some fans still convinced that he was dead from the last hoax, reacted with confusion. The rumors were fueled up on social media, it totally stirs the whole community with lots of people reactions.                              The Rocky star told his fans to “ignore this stupidity” and confirmed he is “alive and well” after the rumor swept the internet.         ...
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