Gambling Addiction often goes unnoticed for both the addict and the loved ones. It does not manifest any physical signs or changes in the individual because it is not induced by any physical or chemical dependencies. Unlike regular alcohol or drug addiction with obvious symptoms, people with a gambling addiction may not be aware of their condition. Gamblers… Read More »
BEATEN AND DISGRACED in November 2016 by Democrat Joe Biden, former president Donald Trump wants a comeback in 2024. He’s been holding rallies in various cities around the country, bringing together a cultic following among Republicans. Initially, he managed to demonstrate his hold on Republicans who see him as the leader that would lead them to victory in… Read More »
REMINISCING MY YEARS AT THE REZ and the perils of early retirement PART 1 Working full-time in a stressful job was just the recipe for thoughts of early retirement, a “seven-year itch” three times over, especially for one who’s been at it for more than three decades. Even for school teachers, long summer breaks, in my case, meant… Read More »
I just read a post online of a quote from the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer “All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.” Doesn’t it remind you of something happening back home, which, of course, is also reverberating around the world, especially in the… Read More »
My weeks (months?) of crash researching on Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, has not been for nought. Aside from providing a rich source of material for the Knights of Rizal Central Canada upcoming television special on OMNI Television on June 19, 2022, which I am writing, it gave me a wonderful opportunity to really… Read More »
Si Brod Dencio, may hinihilang sinulid. Curious me: “Ano yan?” Iniaabot niya ang pisi: “Sige, itulak mo.” ***** Alaala ng tatlong kuwentong nilumot sa limot: May dali-daling tumalon mula sa tulay. Lumangoy at sinagip niya ang kumakawag-kawag sa tubig. Nagpalakpakan ang mga usyoso. Ang tanong niya: “Sino tulak?” Ibinababa na sa hukay ang kabaong ng kanyang esposo. Sa… Read More »
Every Sunday, the Food Not Bombs Toronto Chapter has been gathering at Allan Gardens to distribute bags of groceries and meals to those affected by poverty and homelessness. Food is sourced from donations or purchased with money donated by donors and supporters. Food Not Bombs diverts good produce from going to waste, reclaim food, and finds new purpose… Read More »
RUSSIA CELEBRATED HER MAY 9, 2022 Victory Parade with pomp and circumstance but it lacked meaning amidst President Vladimir Putin’s disastrous Ukraine invasion. While it was originally planned to celebrate Putin’s victory in Ukraine, it remained a hollow and wishful dream that never saw the light of day. Ukraine until now remains strong and the Ukrainians remain determined… Read More »
“Ah, my child, no one is listening to you, there is no use in crying. You will soon learn that you’re alone in this world! You too will be afraid…” – Marie-Claire Blais, A Season in the Life of Emmanuel (1939). “The sun’ll come out tomorrow/So you gotta hang on ‘til tomorrow/Come what may.” – Tomorrow from the… Read More »