Inquirer update: GMA allies can’t remember much about the Le Cirque dinner because they have been to so many dinners and lunches. Press Secretary Cerge…
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Author: Ellen
Several National Artists on Friday joined the “necrological service” at the Cultural Center of the Philippines and “funeral march” to the National Commission on Culture…
This news item came out in today’s issue of New York Post.
At the exchange rate of P47.75 to a dollar, the Le Cirque dinner of Gloria Arroyo and her friends cost the Filipino people P954,000 or almost P1 million.
TIME magazine paid tribute to former President Corazon Aquino, featuring her again on the cover in its Aug. 17 issue. Calling Mrs. Aquino “The Saint…
This picture appeared in the front page of the Manila Bulletin, Aug. 6, 2009. We are just wondering, if the caption writer is still employed.
In death, Cory Aquino has become larger than life.
Seeing the sea of humanity that accompanied her to her mortal resting place re-affirmed my faith in the Filipino.
Wednesday, we all came together, braving hunger and rain, to pay tribute to a woman who embodies, what we believe is good, honest, humble, brave. The scenes along the South Luzon Expressway were awesome. They filled not only the streets but also the flyovers. Northbound vehicles stopped and passengers converted the inner lane into parking space while they joined crowds chanting “Cory! Cory!” while flashing the Laban sign. Cargo vehicles became platforms where people waved instant placards with handwritten messages professing love and gratitude for Cory.
Click the following links at VERA Files for more photos: – Farewell honors for a departed president – Cory’s day – ‘Laban’ on the street
Click “Watch Now” to view the live blog. Final farewell to Cory
by Tessa Jamandre VERA Files Now it can be told. On Feb. 24, 2006, on the 20th anniversary of People Power, former President Corazon Aquino…
A person of courage in adversity and a woman of humility when she gained power. That was how former President Corazon C. Aquino was as…