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101 East - Phoning from the Philippines

Philippines! Sick Man of Asia

Booming Philippines

Asia Business Channel - The Philippines

Parol

Parol is a Christmas star-shaped lantern from the Philippines. The main idea for this lantern came from the star that guided the Three Kings to the manger where Jesus was born. It also symbolizes the hope and goodwill of the Filipinos during Christmas season. The term parol was derived from the Spanish word farol meaning lantern. Parol has become an iconic symbol of Christmas for the Filipinos which could be considered as the counter part of the Christmas Tree in the Western Culture. Usually being decorated in houses, streets, schools and other establishments in September along with other common Christmas decorations in the Philippines. These lanterns will remain until January after Epiphany to honor the Three Kings, which considered as the end of Christmas Celebration in the Philippines.

Portrait Painting Demo in Oil

Take U to the Philippines

Anthony Bourdain tries Jollibee

Americans Try Filipino Street Food

I LOOK TO YOU(Whitney Houston) Cover

National University Pep Squad

It is a much awaited yearly event, University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), wherein 8 universities in the Philippines will compete in a number of sports. One of the most highlighted part each year for this event is the Cheerdance competition. Let’s watch the performance of the team who have won the championship for Cheerdance this year (2014).

All About Lechon of Cebu

Lechon or Roasted Pig is one of the most common dish for Filipinos. Throughout the years Filipinos have made twists from the traditional way of cooking Lechon, one of which is the style from Cebu wherein a number of ingredients were sealed inside the pig before cooking it. Giving it flavour which makes it very different from the simple way of cooking the Lechon.

Batangas Tourism

One of the nearest province from the capital of the Philippines, Manila, is the province of Batangas. With different kind of activities to choose from it is one of the top choices of foreign and local tourist to visit. There will be a destination for the province for whatever interest a tourist has, from nature to beaches to amazing and historic churches and scuba diving, also available are the exciting water sports and activities.

BAYANIHAN, THE NATIONAL DANCE COMPANY OF THE PHILIPPINES

Bayanihan, The National Dance Company of the Philippines performed some of the traditional dances of the Philippines. Showing one of the most beautiful aspect of Filipino Culture from different parts of the Philippines. A remarkable performance with the traditional costumes and movements created by the early Filipinos.

Traditional Style of Tattoo in the Philippines

In the northern part of the Philippines lived an old woman who is considered one of the few remaining Traditional Tattoo artist in the Philippines. Decades ago tattoo were of great importance for both men and women, for men it was a sign of bravery and will be earned upon success in headhunting while for women it was a symbol of beauty which they believed will stay with them on the afterlife.

Siargao Island - One of the Best Place to Surf in the World

Philippines Dive Trip

A compilation of the many beautiful diving sites in the Philippines. The different species and kinds of fish, the rock formations and ship wrecks, the beautiful coral reef. Different people will have different opinions on which is the best but I would say looking at the huge whale sharks up close for quite a long period will be the best.

The Art of Making Balisong

The complete story of Balisong, a kind of a pocket knife which originated from French Butterfly Knife. The history or origin, the meaning and the processes of making the balisong is documented here. All processes are done by manually by hand. A handmade craft that is considered one of the symbols of a certain town and province of the Philippines.

Pinoy Air Supply

One of the latest Philippines’ youtube sensation now is this group. We can’t deny the fact that the vocalist is really good and that it seemed to sound like the original Air Supply. At his young age he is now making his known in the Philippines as many Filipinos really loved the Air Supply during their days and their timeless songs.

Through the Fire by a young Filipina Woman

A song known for very hard to reach high notes. The song that would measure the capacity of the vocal prowess of a singer. This young Filipina women seemed to reach those notes with an ease. An excellent talent that many Filipinos are dreaming as videoke is one of the most common mode of entertainment for common Filipinos.

Efren Reyes - Best Shots

Efren “Bata” Reyes, also referred to as “The Magician” in the world of Pool. Here’s a collection of the best shot or matches that he had in his career. Shots that even the expert commentators didn’t even thought about until he had the shot successful. His creativity and humbleness are also some of the things all people loved about him.

October 6, 1762 The British Conquest of Manila

The conflict between the European powers during the period of 1756–1763 spilled over to their colonies in Asia. One of the outcomes was a two-year period of British control over the Philippine Islands.

This was after the Age of Discovery and the establishment of European colonies around the world—when the power of the western nations was measured in terms of the colonies they possessed. In the 1700s, the battle for dominance in the “new world,” or current-day North America, was being waged between France and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. In 1756, the two countries formally declared war upon each other, which likewise drew into the conflict their allies: Prussia and Portugal, who were allied with Britain; and the Spanish Empire and Austria, who were allied with France. Although several battles were fought in mainland Europe, the battle for dominance reached the colonies, thus spreading the war across the globe.

When the war broke, both Britain and Spain had a presence in Asia. The British had already established the East India Company—the trading outpost and colonizing authority of the United Kingdom in India. The British were on their way to establishing their empire, which would eventually span the globe.

Two years into the war between the United Kingdom and the Spanish Empire, a British fleet—under the East India Company—was dispatched from their colony in India toward Southeast Asia to conquer colonies under the Spanish crown. The fleet was under the command of Rear-Admiral Samuel Cornish and Brigadier General William Draper, and its land forces were comprised of Regiments of British Soldiers, Royal Artillery, and Indian Sepoys. The “little army,” as Brig. Gen. Draper described it in his journal, arrived in the Philippine Archipelago on September 23, 1762.

News of a fleet on its way to the archipelago came to Manila the day before, September 22, 1762. This was forwarded to the Archbishop of Manila, Miguel Rojo, who was then the acting Governor-General. According to Archbishop Rojo’s journal, the Spanish forces in the city were unaware of a declaration of war, but nonetheless made necessary preparations against a hostile fleet. Manila was put in a State of Defense and a force was sent to Cavite to protect the port.

Upon the British fleet’s arrival in Manila Bay, an emissary from the Spanish forces was sent to deliver a letter to the Commanding Officer, to ask about their nationality and reason for their arrival. The British replied by sending two messengers of their own, which bore the orders of King George III: Capture the city of Manila and order the Spanish in the city to surrender. At this point, Archbishop Rojo had likewise been informed of the ongoing war between France and the United Kingdom.

The British fleet originally planned to attack the port of Cavite that night in order to confuse the Spaniards, but opted instead to attack Manila, recognizing the likelihood of a domino effect should they take down the capital first. (Cavite would eventually fall to the British on October 11, 1762.)

On the morning of September 24, Brig. Gen. Draper sent scouts to survey the surroundings for the impending attack on Manila. The British proceeded to deploy their troops on the shore, but met resistance. Archbishop Rojo recounts that the Spanish opened fire at the British to little effect: the British had taken cover in a church in Malate. Malate was taken within the day, but as the Spanish retreated they burned parts of the village in their wake.

The next day, British forces advanced and captured the fort of Polverista, which had been abandoned by the Spanish after the battle of the previous day. According to Brig. Gen. Draper’s account, Polverista proved to be good cover for the British repelling the Spanish forces, who had attacked throughout the night. The Spanish had 50 regular troops, some militiamen, and 800 native soldiers.

The fighting continued until the next day, and was marked by increasing violence. According to Brig. Gen. Draper’s account, straggling seamen were murdered by “savages”—among other atrocities committed during the skirmishes. On the 26^th, Draper sent a letter to Archbishop Rojo, ordering the surrender of the Spanish forces, likewise informing the acting Governor-General that he might not be able to restrain his soldiers from taking revenge for the barbaric acts committed by the Spanish forces to the invaders. The next day, the Spanish sent a flag of truce.

On September 27, 1762, the Spanish sent an emissary to the British commanding officer, to apologize for the atrocities committed by the native soldiers and to negotiate the release of Antonio Tagle, a nephew of the Archbishop who had been captured.

Tagle was released the next day, escorted by British Lieutenant Fryar. Upon their arrival, they were attacked by the native troops, under the command of the Spanish authorities. In his journal, Brig. Gen. Draper mentions that the two were murdered in a “manner too shocking to mention.” Archbishop Rojo, however, details the death of the two men in his logs that the natives cut off the head of the British soldier and stabbed Tagle seven times, mortally wounding him.

This map shows the chronological advance of British troops toward parts of Northern Luzon. Click the image to enlarge.

Bombardment resumed the next day, the 29^th. Shells from British ships were fired at the city of Intramuros, as British soldiers continued their advance on the ground, even through the rough weather at the onset of October. The British troops, on October 2, 1762, deployed a battery of twenty-four pounders to continue their siege of the walled city. On October 3, 1762, natives under the command of the Spanish forces launched a counterattack against the advancing British regiment. There were approximately 5,000 native soldiers, 2,000 of which came from Pampanga. This was Spain’s final push against the British in the city of Manila, but the British successfully pushed them back. British bombardment continued until the 4^th of October.

The final siege of the walled city of Intramuros began on October 5, 1762. Archbishop Rojo recounts that at 6:00 a.m., British troops began leaving the lines to head for the breach. The British seized the foundry and attacked the Royal Gate, which they battered down with axes and iron levers. On the night of the 5^th, final preparations were made for the final push into the walled city.

Brig. Gen. Draper’s account shows that at 4:00 a.m. of October 6, 1762, the British troops started their offensive by firing mortar shells against the Spanish. At daybreak, a large body of Spanish troops formed in front of St. Andrew’s Church. However, the resistance proved futile; the Spaniards eventually surrendered the city to the British.

The British occupation would extend toward the north, including Bulacan, Pampanga, and parts of Ilocos. It would last for two years. Within those two years, the occupation would bring about supporters of British rule manifested in rebellions by local leaders such as Diego and Gabriela Silang.

http://malacanang.gov.ph/the-british-conquest-of-manila/

Japanese Invasion of the Philippines 1941

The detailed summary of important events during the Japanese Invasion of the Philippines in 1941. Including all important names of key persons, events and places during the invasion. A part of the Philippine history that can never be forgotten.

A Whole New World - IL Divo & Lea Salonga

Philippine Arena Areial View and Discovery Channel Documentary

Philippine Arena has a maximum capacity of 55,000 people, it is the world's largest indoor arena and the largest mixed-use indoor theatre in the world. The pride and location of the Centennial Celebration of Iglesia ni Cristo.

Tour Bohol Philippines

A great compilation of the tourist destinations and attractions in Bohol, Philippines. Beautiful places, interesting insects and animals and exciting activities both local and foreign tourists visit in Bohol. Credit to the lucky man who complied and shared this video as he was able to experience those beautiful places.

Journey Arnel Pineda - Life Story with Oprah

The life story of the new found Filipino vocalist of the world famous band Journey. Arnel Pineda’s life story and his own journey in life.

KALI / ESKRIMA / ARNIS (Filipino Martial Arts) USED IN MOVIES

KALI / ESKRIMA / ARNIS are the terms used to refer to the traditional Martial Arts of the Philippines. The martial arts has techniques for weapon-based that uses sticks, knives, and various improvised objects. It also includes hand-to-hand combat which includes joint locks, grappling and weapon disarming.

US Television - The Philippines

Kamayan Night at Jeepney

Filipino foods and style of eating in the US. A restaurant in New York called Jeepney is offering Filipino food and teaching their customers on eating the Filipino way, using bare hands. It seemed that the customers enjoyed the experience and of course the food.

What a proposal!

How a different styles of proposal? Here’s a nice way, arranging a nice restaurant. The crew and some of the customers inside the restaurant were hired to sing or perform maybe songs that are meaningful for the lovers. At the end the man himself have a song for the woman. It’s his unique idea to have the proposal special. And the expression and the answer of her woman are priceless.

REO Brothers (Beatles Medley)

Reo Brothers composed of 4 brothers from a province which typhoon Haiyan completely destroyed last November 8, 2013. This performance was recorded only more than a month after their province was devastated by the typhoon. And the rest is history for this group as just recently they were able to have a number of performance abroad for the fund raising and to thank those who help the victims of the typhoon.

Sweet Child O' Mine - a collaboration of musicians from different countries

A collaboration project for a timeless song Sweet Child O' Mine of Guns N' Roses. Musicians from different countries performed separately with their instruments including the singer. Artists from Argentina, Turkey, Mexico and the Philippines share their talents for this project.

"The Prayer" - A song we used to hear being sung by a man and a woman, in the Philippines one man can do both.

A very well-known singer in the Philippines which was discovered through a Talent Search Show can sing with two kinds of voices. A woman’s voice which sounds awesome and a man’s voice which is equally good. His version of the song “The Prayer” which involves switching of voices from a woman to a man proved his talent creating an equally awesome voices.

Swimming With Whale Sharks in the Philippines

Here’s 2 videos taken by separate people in separate places in the Philippines about 1 topic. Swimming with Whale Sharks. The biggest fish in the world swimming near the shore to eat small planktons. In the first video tourist are swimming along with the Whale Shark on the place to eat planktons. While on the second video the whale sharks are actually beside the boat of the fisherman waiting for food being placed by the fisherman on the water (very small shrimps).

The New Philippines

Another video dubbed with a famous local music and song but this time compiling every important and best aspect of the country. The growing economy, cultures and festivities, places, talent, achievements and characteristics of the people and extraordinary cuisines are featured in this video.

Philippines: The New Frontier

A story of a group of foreign tourists that have visited many beautiful places in the Philippines. Having tried different exciting activities every place has to offer, from surfing, scuba diving with the ship wrecks, water sports, swimming with the whale sharks, flat form diving from a cliff and being able to see the underground river. Aren’t these people lucky being able to go places and do exciting things.

Metro Manila 2014 - The Philippines

Dubbed with a famous local music and song, here’s a glimpse of the cities of Metro Manila, Philippines. Composed of the wonderful views around the cities during day and night time. The different places and infrastructures that made up the very busy cities of the cities in and around the capital city of the Philippines.

A-Team - Philippines (MegaCrew Gold Medalist) at the 2014 Hip Hop International World Finals

Another accomplishment from a Filipino Hip Hop Dance Crew in an International World Championship. It is the first title the Philippines had for the Mega Crew division of the world dance competition. The past titles the Philippines got from the said world dance competition is from the Adult Crew division, with the Philippine All Stars in 2006, 2008 and 2009 and The Crew winning in 2012.

Charice 'The Prayer', with The Canadian Tenors

One of the Filipinos who have made her name known all over the world for her beautiful voice is Charice. Singing a very wonderful and solemn song with the Canadian Tenors, truly an awesome performance.

Gateway Asia" 2030 Manila in Philippines

Big plans for the Philippines for 2030. Many Filipinos will surely have different views and opinions about this plan. There will be those who will be hopeful about this somewhat a very far from present reality and those who will simply raise their eyebrows upon watching this. But if this futuristic plan will be implemented it will have a very big impact for the lives of the Filipinos.

What To Know About Boracay, Philippines

Interested in visiting Boracay in the Philippines? Here’s a great introduction about the place, the activities and the things to expect in the beautiful beach in the Philippines.

The Real Waterworld People

A documentary on a group of people literary living in the sea. Houses made of woods erected on the shallow part of the sea many kilometres from land. Having most of their lives spent on the sea they already adapted on their way of living. Children play on the water, others have land sickness and there one who can hold his breath and hunt under the water.

The 12 Wonders of the Philippines

Here’s a brief summary of the 12 Wonders of the Philippines with a brief description and information about the places. Shown the 12 of the most beautiful and famous places in the Philippines for both local and foreign tourists. The country has many places to be proud of but here are the most common choices for travelling for nature loving people.

A world class singing talent...

Her name is Marlisa Punzalan, a 14-year-old young lady living in Australia. She auditioned in the X Factor Australia 2014 and had a great result as the audiences and the judges were impressed with her talent which is evident with the standing ovation of the audiences and all the four judges. One of the judges, Ronan Keating, surely enjoyed her performance with his expressions while her performance.

Amazing Voice from a Simple Woman

Going to the shopping malls is somewhat a routine for Filipinos especially for those who are living in the cities. Whether going to the mall to buy basic commodities or simply to enjoy walking around as what most of the people used to do. Here’s a woman who’s singing inside the shopping mall, usually some sample or display appliance for videoke. No one can deny that she does have talent in singing.

It's More Fun in the Philippines!

With the title as the Tag Line of the Government's Department of Tourism. Here's a very fast phased video with the compilation of the wonderful places, animals and the warm hospitality of the people in the Philippines. Also included are the activities and festivities. With the objective of showing the country's best things to offer with a little less than 3 minutes, it's for you to decide if this video succeeded…

The Philippines : Islands Of Mystery

A wonderful documentary made about the Philippines. Introducing the complete details of the country. Showing the country's beautiful wonders, from the places to unique plants, animals and insects and other unique features of the place called Palawan.