Safety Measures and Tips when riding a Ship

Want to know the tips and Safety Measures when riding a ship?

I was about to ride at SuperCat, a shipping lines designed for 200 passengers without cargo, but since this is a long weekend, bulk of passengers came to Batangas Terminal in addition to the fact that two days from now will be the 2010 Philippine Presidential Elections. I arrived 6:30 but SuperCat posted that the next trip will be 9:00. Wow, it’s gonna be long, knowing that I would just sit and watch TV inside the Batangas Terminal Building, sadly, they are not yet installing wifi unlike in Calapan City Port Terminal. So I try my luck in RORO, Montenegro lines and Starlite Ferries will sail at 8:00 that’s why I have no choice but to ride in Besta Baleno 5 which will cruise at 7:30 . It’s not that I would hesitated to choose this ship but I was fresh from the trauma that there are still more than 20 unfound passengers inside Besta Baleno 8 which sank in Batangas ocean few months ago. I even took pictures of the ship and its facilities to suffice my two hours sailing experience. But what are the things you should do when inside a passenger ship?

1. Do not stay often in closed area, e.g. Aircon room because it’s hard to get out in panicking situations.
2. Find where the life jackets are placed. I always did because I am not a professional swimmer
3. Don’t sleep too much.
4. Find comfortable seats in open areas.
5. Text or call your relatives or friends that you are sailing in a RORO ship. Give the details
6. If ever you feel that the boat is gliding 70 degrees, well grab the life jacket and wait for captain’s ”Abandon the Ship”
7. Put your phones and valuables in plastic or things that float.
8. Pray – still. this is the greatest weapon

These are just my advices because I have experienced already the silence and anger of seas.
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BPI Car Loans | Bank of the Philippines Islands

Looking for Car loans?
Bank of the Philippine Islands BPI has offered new feature called, BPI Emergency Car Loan, wherein within 5 minutes, you can loan within 5 to 8 hours. Below are the details about this Car loans.

Only BPI Family will give you an unmatched package of free services from the Ibero Asistencia Group that you can enjoy for the duration of your loan. So if you want a worry-free driving experience, get a Drive Your Dream Auto Loan.

Vehicle Assistance

Towing. In the event of Breakdown of the Vehicle, the SERVICE PROVIDER will arrange to transport the Vehicle to the nearest accredited repair facility, up to P4,000. No amount shall be payable under this benefit/service with respect to the repair costs of the Vehicle.

Minor on-site repairs, such as jumpstart, battery boosting, tire changing, delivery of gasoline (cost of gasoline not included), and car lock-out. No amount shall be payable under this benefit/service with respect to the repair costs of the Vehicle.

Rescue of the Vehicle. In the event of an accident and the registered Vehicle is totally wrecked or falls in a deep ravine, IBERO ASISTENCIA will rescue the Vehicle with the use of a crane and transport it to the nearest repair facility, up to P 8,000. this benefit/service shall apply for a maximum of three (3) events per year. In case of road accident, with the client's Vehicle and injured Beneficiaries, this limit will not apply.

Further details are written here: BPI
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How to Survive in an Earthquake

After series of earthquake threats that happened in different parts of the world, perhaps it is the time for us to learn the basic survival tips and techniques of how to survive in an earthquake. These earthquake tips were taken from organization, internet and other trusted. Media


HOW TO SURVIVE IN AN EARTHQUAKE

PREPARE YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY NOW

* Have an earthquake survival kit on hand.
* All family members should know how to turn off gas, water, and electricity.
* Plan family emergency procedures, and make plans for reuniting your family.
* Know emergency telephone numbers (doctor, hospital, police, 911, etc)
* Anchor heavy objects to walls (bookcases, wall units, mirrors, cabinets, etc.)
* Never place heavy objects over beds, and keep heavy objects lower than head height of shortest member of family.

DURING AN EARTHQUAKE STAY CALM

* Inside, stand in doorway, or crouch under a desk or table, well away from windows or glass dividers.
* Outside, stand away from buildings, trees, telephones and electrical lines.
* On the road, drive away from underpasses and overpasses; stop in safe area; stay in vehicle.

AFTER AN EARTHQUAKE

* Check for injuries-provide first aid.
* Check for safety-check for gas, water, sewage breaks; check for downed power lines and shorts; turn off appropriate utilities.
* Check for building damage and potential problems during aftershocks.
* Clean up dangerous spills.
* Wear shoes
* Turn on the radio and listen for instructions from public safety agencies.
* Use telephone for emergencies, only.

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Manila Earthquake | April 30, 2010

Around 12:45am (Manila time) of April 30, 2010, An 4.8 magnitude earthquake was felt in Luzon areas particularly in Manila, Legaspi, Naga and San Pedro. However, this earthquake news is not yet televise as of the moment. There are previous threats of earthquakes in Manila areas these past few months and this is a warning and everyone should be alert if time permits.

These Manila earthquake news is fast spreading in social networking sites such as plurk, facebook and twitter. Stay tuned on how to survive in an earthquake.

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May 3, 2010 | Non Working Holiday | No Office and No Classes

Perhaps you are asking if we have Office or Classes on May 1, 2010 in the Philippines. Yeah, we have classes and office on May 1, 2010 (Saturday) because Gloria Arroyo declared the labor day as Non Working Holiday on Monday, May 3, 2010. Below is the detailed news:

It will be a long weekend this week after Malacanang on Wednesday announced that May 3 will be a non-working holiday in the country so as to give Filipinos a chance to observe Labor Day.

Labor Day or May 1 falls on a Saturday this year but in keeping with its holiday economics policy, Malacañang has decided to move the observance of the holiday on the nearest working day, which is May 3 or this Monday, Executive Secretary Leandro Mendoza said.

Labor officials the other day said President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo will not make any wage increase announcements on Labor Day because wage boards in seven regions that have filed wage hike petitions were still holding deliberations that may conclude only in two or three weeks' time.

But they said the Palace will hold a “mega, mega” job fair on May 1 that will see the government offering 60,000 to 80,000 local and foreign jobs, the biggest ever in the nine-year-old Arroyo administration.

credit: inquirer
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New US 100 Dollar Bill Design

The above photo shows the new 100 dollar bill design of the United States. This design was unveiled by the US Government Wednesday. The overhauled note was unveiled by Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner.

The presentation of the new bill is the first step to educate the public about the 100 dollar bill changes before it begins circulating on February 10, 2011. The move to change the $100 bill is to help people specially Americans to stay ahead of counterfeiters.
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Dragon-Sized Lizard found in the Philippines

Another Dragon Sized Lizard was found in the mountains of Sierra Madre Philippines. This lizard weighs up to 10 kilograms, lives up in trees and eats fruits. It is only the third-fruit eating lizard in the world. It sports a color of bright yellow, blue and green. It has been hunted by the local tribes people in the mountains yet it is only now that the scientists was able to recognize it as a unique species. How it eluded scientists for so many years will probably remain a mystery, since it is already rare to discover a new species that is considered big in size. It is classified as a monitor lizard, the same class as that of the well-known Komodo dragon.

With 7, 107 islands, Philippines can be considered as one of the archipelagos where several endangered species can be found.

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Who are the Winners in 2010 Philippine Presidential Elections?

Who do you think will be the winners in the 2010 Presidential Elections? I provided here on my site my own poll of the Philippine Presidential Election Candidates.

Noynoy Aquino III
JC de los Reyes
Joseph Estrada
Richard Gordon
Jamby Madrigal
Nicanor Perlas
Gilbert Teodoro
Eddie Villanueva
Manny Villar

You can find the Poll at the left sidebar. Your vote counts!

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April 9, 2010 - Legal Holiday (Araw ng Kagitingan)

As part of the President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's Presidential Proclamation 1841 of all the legal and special holidays for 2010. April 9, 2010 "Araw ng Kagitingan" is a legal holiday. No classes in Schools and no office in public and private firms.

Year 2010’s legal holidays as listed in the Presidential Proclamation 1841 are as follows:

January 1 – New Year’s Day
April 1 – Maundy Thursday
April 2 – Good Friday
April 9 -Araw ng Kagitingan
May 1 – Labor Day
May 10- National elections
June 14 – Independence Day (June 14, Monday nearest June 12),
August 30 – National Heroes Day (August 30, last Monday of August), November 29 – Bonifacio Day (November 29, Monday nearest November 30)
December 25 – Christmas Day
December 27 – Rizal Day (December 27, Monday nearest December 30).

Special Holidays
February 22 – EDSA Day (Holiday for Schools)
August 23 – Ninoy Aquino Day (August 23, Monday nearest Aug August 23),
November 1 – All Saints Day
December 24 – Christmas Eve
December 31- Last day of the year.

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Edu Manzano’s Brother Dies

Lakas-Kampi Christian Muslim Democrats vice-presidential bet Edu Manzano is taking a break from the campaign after the untimely death of his eldest brother, Adrian. Lakas-Kampi senatorial bet Rey Langit made the announcement during a campaign sortie of the ruling party in Dinalupihan, Bataan Wednesday.

He said Edu Manzano will be going to Los Angeles, California to attend to the funeral arrangements of his died brother. Edu Manzano is running for Vice President in the 2010 Philippine Presidential Elections.

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Official 2010 Philippine Working and Non-Working Holidays

Official List of Philippine Holidays for 2010
(based on Proclamation 1841 signed by Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on July 2009)

A. Regular Holidays – 2010

•   New Year’s Day – January 1 (Friday)
•   Maundy Thursday / Good Friday – April 1 / 2 (Thursday / Friday)
•   Araw ng Kagitingan – April 9 (Friday)
•   Labor Day – May 1 (Saturday)
•   Independence Day – June 14 (Monday), moved from June 12
•   National Heroes Day – August 30 (Monday)
•   Bonifacio Day – November 29 (Monday), moved from November 30
•   Christmas Day – December 25 (Saturday)
•   Rizal Day – December 27 (Monday), moved from December 30

B. Special (non-working) holidays – 2010

•   Ninoy Aquino Day – August 23 (Monday), moved from August 21
•   All Saints’ Day – November 1 (Monday)
•   Christmas Eve – December 24 (Friday)
•   New Year’s Eve – December 31 (Friday)

C. Others

•   1986 EDSA People Power Revolution anniversary – Special holiday for schools – February 22 (Monday), moved from February 25
•   Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha 2010 - To be announced later
•   Founding Anniversary of Iglesia ni Cristo – July 27, 2010 – Special national working holiday

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Puerto Galera Beaches

Puerto Galera Beaches
Puerto Galera is a popular place where tourists local and foreign come for a quick getaway from the city. It is an island known for several things but the people go there mainly to enjoy and have fun in the beach. There are several beaches in Puerto Galera. The following beaches can be the best place where you will have an unforgettable experience.

1. Alibatan beaches
These are beaches that can be found in Alibatan island. The island is not that far from Puerto Galera. The sand in this island is so fine because it is white and so pure. The island is rich with different sea animals which include turtle and seagulls. Diving is one of the best activities in this island. You will be able to see different colors of shells and corals.

2. Sabang Beach
This is one of the most famous beach in Puerto Galera. Many people choose this beach than the other beaches in Puerto Galera. There are more resorts and restaurants here. The sand is also fine and the waters are generally calm especially during the summer. There are many bancas in the sea which gives the visitors an insight into their livelihood. There are several bars and restaurants and there is a party almost every night. People can come here to swim, snorkel and dive and party at night time.

3. Small La Laguna Beach
This beach is just next to Sabang. It is a crowd drawer as well. This is considered as the cleanest beach in Puerto Galera. It is also one of the beaches that you can easily get to. There are bancas that take tourists direct to island and there are many ferries that pass their way there bound for the province. The beach resembles a cove. It has many trees mostly palm. It welcomes the tourists greeting them in a good paradise. This is one of the beaches where tourists can relax more in the serenity of the place. Couples can walk down under the bright evening sky.

4. Big La Laguna Beach
The landscape on this beach is huge and the waters are also clear. The Big La Laguna beach is known to a lot of tourists as one of the best beaches in the country. It is near Sabang and small La Laguna beaches. The white sand in this island continues until the sea. Big ships cannot pass by this beach so it is safe for everyone to swim here. One of the best things you will see in this beach is the changing colors of the water. You can have a wonderful time snorkeling and seeing the different hues of the corals and fishes.

If you happen to plan to go to Puerto Galera, don't forget to drop by to its neigboring town, Calapan City where you can find great rivers.

from: philippinesinsider
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Chinese Woman growing Devil Horn

A woman from China has shocked after growing a devil horn like horn at her right forehead. Chinese woman Zhang Ruifang, a 101 year old woman of Linlou Village in Henan Province, claims that this strange horn growth was only appeared last year and expanded to be more than two inches. Now, it seems that another one is appearing at the other side of her head.

Zhang Guozheng, the woman’s youngest son said when a patch of rough skin appeared on her forehead, we didn’t mind it. “Now, that the horn is growing, we are worrying,” he said. Although it is unknown what the growth is, it resembles a cutaneous horn. Photos of the woman with devil horns.

China is investing more in Forex

Sending a clear message to the US not to act against its interest, China, said yesterday that it would consider to invest more forex reserves in gold “cautiously” based on market conditions than American bond.

In the press conference held yesterday, Mr Yi Gang, who heads the State Administration of Foreign Exchange and is also the Vice-Governor of the People’s Bank of China said, China’s investment in US treasury bonds depend on market behaviour and should not be politics sed.
But his statement that Beijing will look into investing more forex reserves in gold “cautiously” on market conditions sparked off speculation that China may ease more US bonds to buy gold.
China sold $34 billion in US government bonds in December, triggering fears that Beijing is using its financial muscle to convey a strong message to the US that it has lost confidence in view of growing US deficit.
After the sale, by far the highest in a decade, China lost the position of the largest overseas holder of US treasury bonds to Japan which has $768.8 billion. China ended 2009 with $755.4 billion worth of US debt.

IT 3rd year's Best Shot

January 22, 2009 (friday)

Good day fellas!

I really enjoyed teaching graphic design, sometimes I’m serious in what I am doing but sometimes I realize that a tool can be taught in some funny and interesting ways. Not just I am making my class a bar, or a children’s party but because I’m used in making professional designs.

I have lot of students who already have and know the concept of professional outline, others are beginners, others are hazler, but the thing is - - - they learned from me…. Im happy!

I am not saying that I am really professional but because I have lots of floss just like others. Im childish sometimes and sorry if I can transcend it to my discussions. Let me just upload here your contents. Better than it is just stored in my LP. These are products of your own thoughts.

don’t make “tampo” because the contents are just randomly selected. Hehe. If you want to see your work to be posted, your request will do. i will post a separate page

Others say, your style in writing reflects your personality, so as the way you design.

I really want to thank smart bro cause even Im here in Malayan Colleges Laguna, I was able to share my thoughts throughout the world. At least, while waiting for Erlich to win the contest in web development, I was able to maximize my time doing this.

To my readers, most especially my students, I am encouraging that good design is sometimes not enough. As I talked to Mam Vengco, functionality is really an edge. Well, i want to experience PHP one of these days… cause I really have no idea…. Hahhahahahaha. Other thing, If you know you are quite expert in one area, try to discover the other.

Dami ko ng nasabi. But the bottomline. It’s non sense to those who did not appreciate. Hehehe. I have not taken any pix because ……….. you know…………. my cellphone. Di ko kasi maalis ung malakas na tunog everytime na nagpipicture me…… Goodbye for now.

Why do I Blog?

I was always thinking of everything! I am sometimes bored with my routinely activity, going to school, preparing my lessons, calling the names of students for recitation, preparing adobe photoshop activities, facing some ugly and pretty experiences inside the four corners of my room and going back again to where I started. For almost 2 years, this is the nature of my world.

Blogging! This will gonna be my new hobby. I want to write my diary online, this way I can feel that I am a celebrity. LOL. So many people, most specifically my students only know me as their teacher, others know my thoughts, and this is the time for everyone to know my ideas. I don’t care if my thoughts are not written well organize. I also don’t care if my English is poor, I am just trying to be a writer with no boss and no deadlines. What I am writing here is just what’s on my mind. And if you are against, well say it. Broadcast.

Other says that people are just blogging for money. Yeah! Im sure about that. But you know, for almost 10 times I got banned for so many dollars I have been collected? I don’t think that would be one of my reasons now. Maybe because my blogs then are all copied, LOL but now it’s all products of the God given wisdom. To all people out there who want to blog, go on! This is our time. This is actually my new year’s resolution. Touching other people’s lives..

I hope I can stand out with this resolution. To always put at least one blog in my account. Help me guys in achieving my 365 days dream. Most specially to the facebook addict. I will always post if there is an update. It’s up to you if you want to click and read. But I will post. Meanwhile, to those who didn’t know me yet, I am Wally! 21 years old and cute. Haha……… (kafal)

Take note: my blog is not connected with LPU, my institution. I love my school but this is not for them, this is for me. Maybe, I will be posting here with some of the activities related to the school but it’s not formal like of the official website. TY

I have no girlfriend now, the reason why? You will know it in my future blogs. And when I met the girl I really want. You will be the first to know.