Quiz on Special People

Special People Weekly Magazine Vol. 2 No. 82, January 31, 1983

On the cover: (Topmost clockwise) First Lady Imelda R. Marcos,

Jaclyn Smith, George Yang, and Kristy McNichol.

I was still in college when these – a grid 14x14 crossword puzzle and “Quiz on Special People” – were published.

“..... You shall destroy their altars, and break down their sacred pillars, and cut down their wooden images, and burn their carved images with fire. For you are a Holy people to the LORD your GOD; the LORD your GOD has chosen you to be a people for Himself, a special treasure above all the peoples on the face of the earth.” – The Fifth Book of Moses Called Deuteronomy 7:5-6, Holy Bible, The New King James Version.

 

The Year of the Boar (1995)

Celebrity World Vol. 4 No. 182, January 30, 1995

On the cover: Joanne Pascual

An assigned article for “The Year of the Boar” (1995).

“Be patient and wait for the LORD to act; don’t be worried about those who prosper or those who succeed in their evil plans. Don’t give in to worry or anger, it only leads to trouble.” – Psalms 37:7-8, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

Dangers From the Sky: Runaway Asteroids

MOD Vol. 25 No. 1117, January 29, 1993

On the cover: Evangeline D. Cayco

This is the first article I have written about “runaway asteroids.” It has been reprinted in the MOD March 17, 2000 issue and also in other publications (SEE “Close Encounters of the Massive Kind. RunawayAsteroids: Are We Ready for Them” published in Manila Standard, January 3, 1999).

In Math-O’Logics, tips in solving Algebra problems, with a simple age problem to demonstrate.

“In the days after that time of trouble the sun will grow dark, the moon will no longer shine, the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers in space will be driven from their courses.” – The Gospel According to Mark 13:24-25, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

What Women Hide From Their Men

Mr. & Ms. Vol. 20 No. 38, January 28, 1997
On the cover: Marvin Agustin and Jolina Magdangal

A popular article, “What Women Hide from Their Men...,” had been published in at least three different magazines.

“A man should fulfill his duty as a husband, and a woman should fulfill her duty as a wife, and each should satisfy the other’s needs.” – Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians 7:3, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

Alam Mo Ba Ito? - Mga Hulang Pumalpak

People’s Balita Taon 17 Blg. 250, January 27, 2011

Tampok ang headline na “Metro Manila Yayanigin ng Pagsabog?”

na isinulat ni Daris Jose

Sa Alam Mo Ba Ito? – “Mga Hulang Pumalpak” – at sa Sexopedia Pinoy Edition – “Nakatutulirong Termino.”

“Mag-ingat kayo sa mga hindi tunay na propeta. Lumalapit sila sa inyo na parang tupa, ngunit sa totoo’y mababangis na asong-gubat.” – Ang Magandang Balita Ayon Kay Mateo 7:15, Magandang Balita Biblia, Tagalog Popular Version.

The Birth of Birth Control

Savvy Vol. 3 No. 23, January26, 1998
On the cover: Anjanette Abayari

Here’s an interesting article – “The Birth of Birth Control: How They Do It in the Early Times” – that would probably tickle your fancy.

“Judah found a wife for his oldest son Er; her name was Tamar. But Judah’s eldest son Er was wicked in the LORD’s sight, and the LORD took away his life. Then Judah told Onan to sleep with his brother’s wife, to do his duty as the husband’s brother. But Onan knew that the offspring would not count as his; so whenever he lay with his brother’s wife, he spilled his seed on the ground so as not to raise up offspring for his brother. What he did was wicked in the LORD’s sight, and the LORD took away his life also.” – Genesis 38:6-10, The Revised English Bible.

Movie Review: Analyze This, Wild, Wild West, and In Dreams

TV Star Guide Vol. 2 No. 13, January 2001

On the cover: Pamela Anderson

Short reviews for three 1999 films Analyze This, Wild, Wild West and In Dreams.

“Even in laughter the heart may be in pain, and grief is what rejoicing ends up in.” – Proverbs 14:13, New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures.

Evolution of the Calendars

Mr. & Ms. Vol. 18 No. 38, January 24, 1995

On the cover: Vince Hizon and Bea Lucero with Roselle Nava (inset)

I have written about “The Evolution of the Calendar” several times. This is probably one of the earliest published.

“Everything that happens in this world happens at the time GOD chooses.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

Pinay Matematika

Pinay Digest Taon 1 Blg. 20 Enero 1994

Tampok sa Pinay Matematika ang isang maikling sanaysay at isang katangungang hahamon sa kakayanan ng inyong utak.

“Karunungan ay pinaka pangulong bagay; kaya’t kunin mo ang karunungan: Oo, sa lahat mong kukunin ay kunin mo ang unawa.” – Mga Kawikaan 4:7, Ang Biblia, Ang Banal na Kasulatan sa Wikang Tagalog.

Three Articles on Waste Management



MOD Vol. 44 No. 1901, January-February 2013
On the front cover: Coco Martin
On the back cover: Daiana Menezes for the Ever Bilena print ad.

Three articles on waste management.

“Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD..... How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word.” – The Book of Psalms 119:1 & 9, Holy Bible, The New King James Version.

Coins, Coins, No More Confusing Coins?

Mr. & Ms. Vol. 20 No. 37, January 21, 1997

On the cover: Onemig Bondoc and Ciara Sotto

The Philippines has recently introduced new coins in circulation. This article, “Coins, Coins, No More Confusing Coins?” that I wrote 21 years ago may serve as a timely backgrounder. It was written during the time – post Cory Aquino regime – when to many different coins were in circulation, and when the buying value of the coins was at its worst. (SEE also “Collecting coins” in MOD (June 17, 1994)

“When a man is too lazy to repair his roof, it will leak, and the house will fall in. Feasting makes you happy and wine cheers you up, but you can’t have either without money.” – Ecclesiastes 10:18-19, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

12 Ways to Wake Up Refreshed in the Morning

Mr. & Ms. Vol. 27 No. 40, January 20, 2004
On the cover: Tom Cruise

Read the “12 Ways to Wake Up Refreshed in the Morning.”

“I go to bed and sleep in peace, because, LORD, only You keep me safe.” – Psalms 4:8, The Everyday Bible, New Century Version.

Math-O'Logics: Simple Age Problems in Algebra

MOD Filipina Vol. 21 No. 907, January 20, 1989
On the cover: Olivia "Olive" L. Diaz

In Math-O’Logics, solving “Simple Age Problems” in Algebra.

And to an activist-friend who was murdered during the Cory Aquino’s psedodemocratic regime, “To a Fallen Friend” – Lean Alejandro – a poem of tribute.

“I lie awake, and am like a sparrow alone on the housetop..... He shall regard the prayer of the destitute, and shall not despise their prayer.” – The Book of Psalms 102:7 & 17, Holy Bible, The New King James Version.

The Future: Prediction in the Field of Science

MOD Vol. 33 No. 1529, January 19, 2001

On the cover: Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

Written 17 years ago, the article welcoming 2001 and the predictions in the field of science.

“You don’t (even) know what your life tomorrow will be! You are like a puff of smoke, which appears for a moment and then disappears. What you should say is this: ‘If the LORD is willing, we will live and do this or that.’” – The Letter from James 4:14-15, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

After Holiday Suggestions (Yuletide of 1999)

Mr. & Ms. Vol. 23 No. 36, January 18, 2000

On the cover: Raymart Santiago and LJ Moreno

This article, “After Holiday Suggestions,” was written just after the Yuletide of 1999 and after the world passed through the “scare” of the so-called Millennium Bug.

“Look straight ahead with honest confidence; don’t hang your head in shame. Plan carefully what you do, and whatever you do will turn out right. Avoid evil and walk straight ahead. Don’t go one step off the right way.” – Proverbs 4:25-27, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

Crossword Puzzles About Movies, Television & Celebrities



TV Star Guide January 2003 &  January 2006

On the covers: Leonardo Dicaprio and Tom Hanks (Left)

and Ellen DeGeneres with insets of Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul

and Ryan Seacrest (right).

 Two crosswords on movies, television and celebrities.

 

“I will praise You, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all the wonderful things You have done. I will sing with joy because of You. I will sing praise to you, Almighty GOD.” – Psalms 9:1-2, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

The Year of the Snake (2001)

Village Times Vol. 1 No. 15, January 16-31, 2001

On the headline: “The Year of the Snake”

I am also frequently assigned to write about the Chinese New Year. This time, it’s about the “prospects” in “The Year of the (Metal) Snake.”

“The Lord GOD said to the snake...., you will be cursed as no animal, tame or wild, will ever be. You will crawl on your stomach, and you will eat dust all the days of your life.” – Genesis 3:14, The Everyday Bible, New Century Version.

Bigger Disasters Coming!

MOD Vol. 38 No. 1830, January 15, 2007
On the cover: Yeng Constantino

In the aftermath of Supertyphoon Reming, and before Supertyphoon Yolanda, I wrote this forecast – “After Typhoon Reming, Bigger Disasters Coming – in MOD January 15, 2007 issue.

“So this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘In My rage I shall unleash a stormwind; rain will come in torrents in My anger, hailstones in My fury, until all is destroyed.” – The Book of the Prophet Ezekiel 13:13, The Revised English Bible.

Diamond

Prime Weekly Editions Vol. 3 No. 2, January 14-21, 1988

On the cover: Rizza Errea

 

An assigned article simply titled “Diamond.” I have already written an earlier article, “Hard FactsAbout Diamond” for Chinatown East (September 8, 1982).

 

“Riches and honor are with me; yes, durable riches and righteousness.” – The Book of Proverbs 8:18, Holy Bible, King James Version.

Holiday Thought from Hollywood Greats

Woman Today Vol. 15 No. 39, January 13, 1999

On the cover: Jon Santos, Mitch Valdes and Nanette Inventor

Just some collected quotes - "Holiday Thoughts from Hollywood Greats."

“..... We must always aim at those things that bring peace and that help strengthen one another.” – Paul’s Letter to the Romans 14:19, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

Coming Up Next: A Cloned Human Being?

MOD Vol. 33 No. 1528, January 12, 2001

On the cover: Assunta de Rossi

The advancement of science at the onset of the 21st century is extraordinary. The talks about cloning have circulated in the scientific community with the completion of the sequencing of the genome code. So, in this article – “Coming Up Next: A Cloned Human Being?” – I asked the question: “Would the completion of the first map of the human genetic code lead us to a better life or would this discovery ultimately destroy humanity?”

“Wisdom begins with respect for the LORD, and understanding begins with knowing the Holy One..... The wise person is rewarded by wisdom, but whoever makes fun of wisdom will suffer for it.” – Proverbs 9:10 and 12, The Everyday Bible, New Century Version.

Gadgets of the Future

MOD Vol. 42 No. 1879, January-February 2011

On the cover: Stephanie Sol

What the future holds is now within reach.

“Don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will have its own worries. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” – Matthew 6:34, The Everyday Bible, New Century Version.

Game Show-Down!

TV Star Guide Vol. 3 No. 25, January 2002

On the cover: Tom Cruise and Penelope Cruz

It all started with the airing of Who Wants to be a Millionaire on IBC 13 on November 11, 2000, and soon afterwards the bandwagon of quiz and game shows dominated Philippine television.

“People learn from one another, just as iron sharpens iron.” Proverbs 27:17, The Good News Bible in Today’s English Version.

Let's Save Our Planet: Tree Spiking - The Last Stand to Protect Our Remaining Forests

Mr. & Ms. Vol. 19 No. 36, January 9, 1996

On the cover: Pierce Brosnan

For the Let’s Save Our Planet section of Mr. & Ms. January 9, 1996 issue, “Tree Spiking: The Last Stand to Protect Our Remaining Forests.” A complete version of this article titled “Tree Spiking:Dirty Trick or Justified Means” was published in Savvy October 20, 1997 issue.