ZTE, a Goon and a Goof
Charges have been filed against ex-President Arroyo for complicity in the ZTE internet scandal. The cost of the project ballooned from an original P 150 million to P 330 million as kickbacks were built into the project. The First Goon, Mr. Arroyo, was allegedly in line to receive P 70 million to make the deal … Continue reading
Christmas Fireworks
Christmas to me is a mishmash of religious and cultural moment, a great deal of fun piled on top of an uplifting story that must be taken on faith by those of the faith. By mishmash, I mean a glorious concoction of memories and traditions and stories and spiritual awakening. I’ve been to Bethlehem. It … Continue reading
Killer Floods and Competency Engineering
Engineers in my time wore slide rules like a six shooter pistols. They were quick draws with intricate calculations that are today flashed out by computer. The modern computer was designed by an engineer with a mind for application, comfort, speed, result. See, that is the thing about engineers. They are both creative and applied. … Continue reading
Happy Holidays
I’d like to wish my loyal readers the best for the Holiday Season, and beyond. May the good cheer of the Christmas season be bright and warm for you and your loved ones, and may 2012 be such that you look back, a year from now, and say, “my, that was a rich year.” Best … Continue reading
President Aquino, Jesus Christ and Richard Nixon
I know it is their right to speak freely, but I can’t figure out those who criticize President Aquino for every breath he takes. The Philippines has a fine President, the best in years. Not corrupt. Earnest. Good thinking. Getting stronger by the day. Improving the economy. Improving the investor climate. Taking the initiative to … Continue reading