Philippines, No. 8 all over the world as Terrorist HotSpot!?

Padami daw ng padami ang bilang ng mga namamatay dahil sa mga pag-aatake ng mga terorista, ayun sa ranking report na isinagawa ng Maplecroft.

Ang mga bansa na extreme risk ayun sa kanila ay ang mga sumusunod:Iraq
Afghanistan
Pakistan
Somalia
Yemen
Syria
Philippines
Lebanon
Libya
Colombia
Kenya

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Maplecroft's Terrorism and Security Dashboard found:

• Twelve countries are classed as "extreme risk"; Iraq topped the list, followed by Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia, Yemen, Syria, Lebanon and Libya.
• It also includes the growth economies of Nigeria, the Philippines, Colombia and Kenya.
• Iraq, rated as the highest risk country, recorded more than three times as many acts of terrorism as Pakistan with 3,158 attacks resulting in 5,929 deaths - an increase of 2,188 on the previous year.
• In Nigeria, the campaign of violence by Islamic militant group Boko Haram saw the country record the highest number of fatalities per attack, resulting in 3,477 killed - an average of 24 people killed per attack, compared to two deaths per attack in Iraq.

“Investor confidence in key sectors, including tourism and oil and gas, has been hurt,” Jordan Perry, a political risk analyst at Maplecroft, said in a statement, referring to turmoil in Libya, Kenya and Egypt. “When faced with rising security costs and decreasing safety for their personnel, companies can, and do, reconsider their country-level commitments.”

The report says investors may also want to monitor activity in Nigeria, the Philippines, Colombia and Kenya, all high-growth economies that fall into the “extreme risk” category.

Source: here

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The 2010 PEBA Best International Photos of the Year

The PEBA 2010 Organizers is pleased to announced the Top 10 Winners of the concluded PEBA 2010 International Photo Contest Awards. As we indicated before, the Top 3 winners will receive trophies, gift packs and certificate from our sponsors. Our winners from 4^th to the 10^th will receive a certificate by email, or they can get the sealed certificate from our PEBA volunteers in Manila. Please email photos@pinoyblogawards.com for more details in claiming the certificates, gifts and trophies.

Rank 1

will receive a gift certificate worth P30,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate and trophy. 

 

by Roger Alfonso, a Civil Engineer from DUBAI, UAE

Interpretations/Short Explanation: Manuel, an OFW welder in Dubai showing his tough job

Rank 2

will receive a gift certificate worth P25,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate and trophy. 

 by Clien Tolentino, a sailor hailed from Surallah South Cotabato

Interpretations/Short Explanation: "Rehas sa gitna ng karagatan"

Rank 3

will receive a gift certificate worth P20,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate and trophy. 

 

 by Dodeth Vergara, a Public Relation Officer based from Singapore

Interpretations/Short Explanation: "Ngiting Tatak Pinoy" a Filipino bird trainor after the show was still beaming his sunny smile.

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and each will receive a certificate

Rank 4

Rank 5

 

Rank 6

Rank 7

Rank 8

Rank 9

will receive a gift certificate worth P5,000.00 courtesy of the prestigious John Robert Powers International Modelling School, and a certificate. 

 

Also, the Most Liked Photo entry.

Rank 10

Our sincerest apology for the late announcement of the competition results, to all the winners, their representatives and friends, and the contest participants and photo enthusiasts who has endured the confusions and disappointments on our failure to announce the above winners during the PEBA Awards Night.

In behalf of the PEBA Organization, I admit that words are not enough to comfort the emotional pains, and I apologize in complete humility and beg forgiveness for the inconvenience and embarrassment that this event has caused to the participants and followers of the PEBA 2010 International Photo Contest as I pray for your forgiveness and magnanimity.

As we move towards a new PEBA season and in consultation with our sponsors, we are exploring the possibilities of holding a photo exhibit presenting the Photo Contest Winners of both PEBA 2009 and 2010 along with the participants of the upcoming 2011 PEBA Int'l Photo competition.

Lastly, our deepest gratitude to the PEBA volunteers, supporters, Partners and Sponsors of the concluded PEBA 2010 that despite of our imperfections you have indicated your commitment and support to PEBA Inc. as we prepare our 4th PEBA Annual Awards.

May our flaws and imperfections provide us individually and as a Team the potential to improve and build ourselves with our own sheer power and will, and with the help of others as well; as we continue with our mission in reaching out with our Global Filipinos through the acts of volunteerism.

Mr. Jebee Kenji Solis

Founding Chairman, PEBA, Inc.

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17 AWARDS/TROPHIES IGAGAWAD SA MGA PINOY BLOGGERS

17 AWARDS/TROPHIES IGAGAWAD SA MGA PINOY BLOGGERS

Sa makabuluhang panulat ng mga Pinoy bloggers na nakabase sa Pilipinas at may kamag-anak na OFW or tinatawag ng PEBA na “OFW Supporters” na nasa iba't-ibang bahagi ng kapuluan at bilang kabahagi ng lumalagong pamilya ng KABLOGS ay hindi maitatangi ang kanilang malaking kontribusyon sa daigdig ng blog kung saan ang kanilang mga tunay na kwento ng buhay ay nagbigay inspirasyon, nagpatawa, may ilan ding nagpaluha at humaplos sa puso ng mga mambabasa hindi lamang sa Pilipinas kundi sa iba't ibang bahagi ng mundo na sinusubaybayan ng mga OFW.

Sila ang mga OFW supporters na sa kanilang mga panulat ay nakikibahagi sa mga adhikain ng Kablogs upang mapagbuklod ang mga blogistang Pinoy bilang pagkilala sa kadakilaan ng mga OFW at Pinoy Expats at ng kanilang naiwang pamilya sa Pilipinas - sa di matawarang sakripisyo sa pamamagitan ng pangingibang-bayan upang mapagtagumpayan ang kahirapan na pinagdadaanan ng lahing Pilipino sa sariling bayan.

At bilang pagkilala sa likhang sining ng mga blogistang ito ay binuksan ng PEBA sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon ang patimpalak sa kanila bilang “OFW Supporters” at hinihikayat na maging bahagi ng prestihiyosong awarding organization sa tema ng PEBA 2010 na – “Pagtibayin ang Pamilyang OFW : Matibay na Tahanan Para Sa Matibay Na Bansa” or Strengthening the OFW Families: Stronger Homes for a Stronger Nation.”

Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon sa kasaysayan ng PEBA sa Disyembre 16, 2010 ay masasaksihan ng Pilipinas at ng buong mundo ang pagtatanghal sa mga namumukod tanging OFW Supporters at pawang naninirahan sa Pilipinas na gagawaran ng parangal sa mga sumusunod na 17 kategorya:

2010 Top Ten (10) Blog Winners

One (1) Outstanding Blog - Metro Manila Winner

One (1) Outstanding Blog - Luzon Region Winner

One (1) Outstanding Blog - Visayas Region Winner

One (1) Outstanding Blog - Mindanao Region Winner

One (1) Most Voted Online Blog Winner

One (1) Most Commented PEBA Blog Entry Winner

One (1) Best Blog layout and Design Winner

Ilan lang ito sa mga parangal na inihahanda ng PEBA 2010, di pa kabilang ang mga sorpresang parangal na ibabahagi ng mga "Sponsors at PEBA Partners" sa mga Nominees.

Ikaw kabayan, ito na ang pagkakataon upang sa pamamagitan ng iyong malikhaing kaisipan ay maibahagi mo ang iyong angking kakayahang lumikha ng blog upang humaplos sa puso ng pamilyang Pilipino at ng mundo. Huwag mong ipagkait ang iyong talentong Pinoy sa ating mga kababayan na naghahanap ng kalinga, ng pag-asa, ng liwanag sa panahon ng kalungkutan sa kanilang pangingibang-bayan. Ang iyong panulat nawa'y maging susi para mapagtibay ang pagsasama ng mga OFW na kinikilala nating Modern Day Heroes sa kanilang mga naiwanang pamilya sa Pilipinas at nawa'y sa iyong panulat matagpuan namin ang bagong "Blogging Heroes" ng PEBA 2010.

Kaya't halika na, sakay na sa PEBA Jeep at bumiyahe na tayo patungo sa daan ng paglikha sa pamamagitan ng pagfill up sa Nomination Form - ako ang iyong driver, kumapit ka at ihahatid kita sa PEBA 2010.

Note: Jeepney photo used from The Philippine Jeepney by Godofredo Stuart of StuartXchange

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PEBA 2009 Voices

The winners of PEBA 2009, "Filipinos Abroad - Hope of the Nation, Gift to the World," recall their triumph and offer their messages of thanks and support to the PEBA blogging nation.

When I wrote my article for PEBA 2009, winning was the last thing on my mind. All I really wanted was to share my thoughts on the theme. More than the award, the best that I got out of PEBA 2009 is being able to interact and work with some of the finest OFW bloggers. You can, too! Join PEBA 2010! Oh, yes. I have three winning tips for you: Write from your heart. Make them cry. And finally, kiss it if you can (I mean, keep it short and succulent, or suave and saucy, or simple and sweet). Good luck! - Isladenebz, 1st placer

There was a primary reason why we first blogged - to break the confines of our boring existence in the desert of Saudi Arabia. To merely say that wala kaming magawa was very apt. But that was before PEBA 2009. The Pinoy OFWs/Expats Blog Awards widened our reach to other people and now, the Pink Tarha has been given a direction. It's not just a diary of kikay whims anymore but a lifestyle guide. Something that helps and inspires others. For this, we are thankful for the PEBA community. To all blogging Filipinos abroad, share your passion by joining the PEBA 2010. It's one experience that will change you. To PEBA 2010, cheers! - The Pink Tarha ladies, 2nd placer
Blogging was all about sharing my thoughts and feelings at first but through PEBA, it became more than mere sharing of thoughts and feelings and having fun. Blogging has become a part of my personal and professional life and learning how people have been encouraged and inspired by my stories, I became more inspired to write and share my experiences until I had my own share of letting people know my advocacies. PEBA has actually helped open my eyes to the realities of blogging and the impact that blogs could bring. It has been a great experience. When my blog was called for the award as top 3 blog, I was so relieved and amazed! From that, I learned that it's not really all about doing something for a competition but it's all about doing things with passion and dedication. When I started my blog, I did not think of joining any competition. All I wanted to do was to share my passion and yes, I got more than I wanted. Being one of the nominees for PEBA 2010 is already an achievement in the sense that you already have contributed to an endeavor for Overseas Filipino Workers and their families. Supporting an advocacy which you believe in is the real achievement. Success in this case is not all about winning but it's all about becoming a part of one great endeavor. ~Phil Saraspe of Wits and Spirits, 3rd placer

I was a bit apprehensive when Mr. Kenji Solis, founder of PEBA, asked me to join the PEBA because I didn't know anything about blog contests and I saw that the nominees of PEBA 2009 were the best OFW bloggers. When I won, I was unexpectedly happy. Grabeh, I was glad my blog was appreciated. To all PEBA 2010 aspirants and nominees, give your stories a bit of twist; though seemingly hallowed from the old crypt of OFW tales. There should be some redeeming values in the end of the story and keep a balance of sad-happy, agony-ecstacy, and sacrifice-sucess. This will be a sure win in the PEBA. ~ Amalia Menta of Francesca in France, 4th placer

I really appreciate all the people behind the efforts in making PEBA successful each year. I've met people who, do not only eloquently share their life experiences with others, but find ways to make a difference across the globe and being a part of the organization is really an honor. When I became one of the top ten winners in the PEBA 2009, I was happy, surprised... mixed emotions. It was unexpected because I admit that the competition was really tight and all entries were deserving of the title or to be in the top 10. And also because I didn't put much effort in promoting my entry and I only have a few readers (who are also readers of other bloggers who joined the contest), I never expect much. To all the nominees of this year's PEBA, I wish you all the best. It doesn't matter whether you win the title or not, what matters is that you're writing from the heart and you give your best to contribute to achieve your goal to be heard not only by one or two people, but Filipinos around the world. And to PEBA, cheers to another year of selfless commitment to promote, uplift and unite OFW bloggers across the globe! ~ Enjoy of A Piece of Keyk, 5th placer

PEBA 2009 was an overwhelming experience, it's the joy of writing beyond blogging, sharing a part of my life through blog inspiring fellow OFWs, an OFW community and the world. To be part of the Top 10 Bloggers of PEBA is a magnanimous feeling as I share my award with my family, friends and fellow OFWs who has become part of my life and of my blog. To all PEBA 2010 aspirants and nominees, PEBA's 2010 event is more than just a contest and it's not just about winning - PEBA's cause is larger than life, an invitation for Pinoy bloggers to be part of the hub of a social media reaching out to the masses, as your life story could touch lives and bring change to an OFW family, to a "Diasporic Pinoy community" and perhaps to the world. - The Pope of Palipasan, 6th placer

To be part of PEBA 2009 is really a rewarding experience and what makes it extraordinary for me is to be a part of the top 10 winners. The award PEBA gave me somehow boosted Bonistation in the blogosphere. And I owe this to everyone who appreciated my blog particularly my winning entry, “SALUDO AKO SAYO”. Of course this honors my DAD, a tribute for his name, for my name. And for PEBA 2010 nominees, consider that you are all winners. Rock the world with your stories, stories that will capture the heart of everyone in the Blogosphere and in the whole world as well. Good luck to all nominees! More power to PEBA! ~ Bon Talampas of Boni Station, 8th placer

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A Family Makes a Home

This is a repost with permission from the author, Nebz Bandiez from his blog entry dated 17 July 2010 entitled "A Family Makes a Home". Isla de Nebz, was the 2009 Pinoy Expats/OFW Blog Awards winner of Best Blog Entry, Best 2009 Blog in Middle East and Africa Region, and Over-All Top 1.

PEBA would like to extend gratitude to the kind man behind this blog, an OFW advocate whose writings and blog posts serves as an inspiration to the many bloggers, and many OFW's in Saudi Arabia, the Middle East and around the world. After winning PEBA, Nebz as known in the blogosphere, devoted his time and talent to the creation of the Kablogs Journal, a monthly online magazine of KABLOGS. Currently running on its 4th issue, the Kablogs Journal are stories and writings and photos of OFW bloggers, poets and photographers around the globe. It is a collaboration of OFW talents, compiled and painstakingly edited by Nebz as Editor-in-Chief, and assisted by the likewise pretty, bright, talented, and ever Kikay Pink Tarha blogger, J. Pink Tarha was 2009 PEBA winner next to Isla de Nebz, and one of these days, they will all be feature here.

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A Family Makes a Home

A personal view: We, Filipinos, are admired by our work standard. We are preferred employees to many companies in many countries because we regard the quality of our work highly. The sad part is that when we're abroad, we let our guards down and we lose our morals. “Man," Albert Schweitzer once said, "must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and learn again to exercise his will - his personal responsibility in the realm of faith and morals."

If this is how your family structure is constructed, I believe sooner or later, it is bound to crumble to pieces.

Isn't it time we review how we lead our OFW lives? Let's remember what originally brought us to where we are now. Didn't we promise our family that we will give them our best? sacrifice on their behalf? endure so that their lives can be better?

This is my personal call for you to join PEBA 2010 with the theme “Strengthening the OFW Families: Stronger Homes for a Stronger Nation”. Let us hear what you have to say.

Read the rest of the entry HERE.

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