1. THE MANILA HOSTAGE DRAMA – This unfortunate incident showed to the whole world how inept Philippine government and its institutions are. The outrage of the Chinese people, for me, was valid and
understandable. Lives were lost all because of the careless and faulty handling of the situation.And while the whole hostage-taking was happening, President Aquino and his men were busy eating at a Chinese restaurant.
2. THE ACQUITTAL OF HUBERT WEBB – The decision of the Supreme Court to free Hubert Webb and his co-accused made my blood boil as it reminded me of the lack of justice in the Philippines. The Supreme Court overturned the decisions of the Regional Trial Court and Court of Appeals which just about defies logic. The Supreme Court decided in favor of Hubert Webb based on photocopied documents and a belief that Jessica Alfaro lacks credibility as a witness. As far as I am concerned, it is the Supreme Court that lacks credibility.
3. THE ELECTION OF NOYNOY AQUINO AS THE PRESIDENT OF THE COUNTRY – While I question P-Noy’s leadership skills, I have to admit that he the least corrupt among the presidential candidates. But the war he promised to wage against corruption seems to be a losing battle now. What can P-Noy do when even the Supreme Court is a symbol of corruption in the country ?
4. THE PACQUIAO – MARGARITO MATCH – The Philippines gained some respect as Manny Pacquiao once again showed brilliance in the ring. More importantly, Pacquiao showed the true mark of an athlete when he wanted the referee to stop the bout to spare Margarito from serious injury.
5. CHARICE PEMPENGCO IN GLEE – The natural singing talent of Filipinos was seen worldwide in a highly popular American show through a pint-sized girl from Laguna. But I wonder if Charice will still appear in Glee.
6. VENUS RAJ ENDED 4TH RUNNER-UP IN MISS UNIVERSE – The respectable finish of Venus Raj in the prestigious beauty pageant is a reminder that good things happen to good people who are willing to chase their dreams despite the obstacles along the way. The victory of the poor farm girl from Bicol is a reminder as well that dreams can come true.
7. THE VICTORY OF BOXER REY SALUDAR IN FINLAND AND CHINA – I honestly believe that Rey Saludar will give the Philippines its first Olympic gold medal. And the good thing about Rey is that he remains humble despite the fame and fortune that he has managed to achieve so far.
8. THE 2nd RUNNER-UP FINISH OF BOWLER BIBOY RIVERA AT THE WORLD CUP AND ASIAN GAMES GOLD MEDAL FINISH IN CHINA – Being a bowler myself, I know how hard it is to compete at the World Cup. Before representing the country in what is considered as the Olympics of bowling, a bowler must play at least a hundred games and beat the best Filipino bowlers
around. The same goes with the Asian Games since Asian bowlers are highly ranked in the world.
9. THE UNEXPECTED SEMIFINAL STINT OF THE AZKALS AT THE SUZUKI CUP – Despite my not-so-nice experience with the Azkals, I must admit that the team satisfied the desire of Filipinos to be one with the world in its fascination with football.
10. THE KRIS AQUINO – JAMES YAP SEPARATION – Finally, the marriage that was doomed from the start ended. Too bad Kris lost over 90M pesos just to break free from James Yap.
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