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Hello Mommies and Daddies! Know some online resources that provide useful and entertaining news and features about babies, toddlers, toys, family and other parenting matters? Share them with other fellow parents! Send us your links and we'd be glad to consider them for our "Straight from the Web" section. Please note that we evaluate the links you send us before they can be posted.


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    The Case for Cohabitation

    Uploaded 2012-04-20 01:18:52
    A popular New York Times op-ed on the risks of shacking up before marriage has sparked unnecessary fear among some cohabitors, says Hannah Seligson. A closer look at the research reveals sunnier outcomes.


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    Cash Poor

    Uploaded 2012-04-02 10:01:53
    How did one woman's husband become her bank?


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    Techniques for Decorating Easter Eggs

    Uploaded 2012-03-23 12:51:15
    Here 10 fun techniques to get your creative juices flowing!


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    “Best Picture” Perfect: Home Decor Inspired by Oscar-nominated Films

    Uploaded 2012-02-27 08:01:45
    Why not follow their lead to give your home a movie-inspired makeover? These looks will have you thanking the Academy.


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    Presidential Namesakes: A Roundup of Kids Rooms

    Uploaded 2012-02-21 09:40:44
    Okay, so these children likely weren't named after one of our nation's leaders, but it seemed a fitting roundup in honor of President's Day.


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    Buy or DIY: Oversized Ruler & Tape Measure Growth Charts

    Uploaded 2012-02-15 09:31:49
    We think measuring tapes are just the right amount of quirky mixed with a healthy dose of vintage to be both a functional and fun element in a kid's space.


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    A Super Easy Way to Organize Children's Books

    Uploaded 2012-02-13 10:01:21
    ecreate a similar table by using an old drawer and adding legs. Flipping through books at bedtime will remind you of the olden days when you shopped for CDs in music stores.


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    Valentine's Day Cut 'n Color Cards

    Uploaded 2012-02-07 09:41:45
    6 printable Valentine cards to send to your sweetie. Plus, get more Valentine's Day ideas for kids!


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    Love Lessons for My Kids

    Uploaded 2012-02-06 08:30:29
    Inspirational Valentine’s ideas and quotes


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    Families urged to adopt children

    Uploaded 2012-02-06 08:26:46
    MANILA, Philippines - Social Welfare Secretary Corazon Soliman on Friday urged Filipino families to legally adopt children to provide stable homes for the growing number of orphaned, abandoned and neglected children in the country.


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    2 Reasons to Paint Your Blinds

    Uploaded 2012-02-01 10:05:19
    Here is one of the simplest (and cutest) solutions we've seen to help ease those fears.


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    Mila's Fun, Music-Inspired Nursery

    Uploaded 2012-01-27 08:00:05
    Check out this room's creative design, inspired by musical notes and instruments.


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    10 ways a dog can prepare you for parenthood

    Uploaded 2012-01-27 07:57:31
    Here are 10 ways a puppy can (hopefully) help prepare first-time mommies and daddies for the basic challenges of parenthood.


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    Open Ended Playhouse

    Uploaded 2012-01-20 08:17:35
    From one minute to the next, it could be the children's reading area, their shop, their house or a fire station.


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    International Family Travel Guide

    Uploaded 2012-01-20 08:15:55
    With a little strategizing, you can map out an adventure that is part family bonding (and you’ll certainly do that), part cultural exposure, and, most importantly, incredibly fun.


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    Molly's Vintage Room with Pops of Red

    Uploaded 2012-01-19 11:36:42
    We love vintage so we tried to incorporate as much vintage as we could!


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    Best Hi-Tech Family Cars, SUVs and Crossovers

    Uploaded 2012-01-16 08:30:29
    In the market for a new car? Get rolling with one of these hi-tech, fuel efficient picks. Plus: make sure you're installing your child's car seat correctly


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    A Playful DIY Toy Chest

    Uploaded 2012-01-13 12:34:35
    This project from bloesem kids hits all of the right notes: clean lines, simple construction and multifunctionality. Instead of trying to hide the toy storage box, make it a toy itself.


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    Hand Embroidered Typography Print: Makers, Dreamers

    Uploaded 2012-01-10 08:51:06
    Click through to see some close ups of this whimsical, detailed work.


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    How to Save $3500 in 2012

    Uploaded 2012-01-10 08:48:23
    Whether you want to save money for a vacation, pay off debt or just stop living paycheck to paycheck, you’re going to need to readjust your spending habits.


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    Build an Art Table with Built-In Storage

    Uploaded 2012-01-06 10:00:42
    Here is a neat project that will keep all of the supplies organized and in arms reach.


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    Best of Ohdeedad: A Week Devoted to Dads

    Uploaded 2011-12-26 09:19:29
    As June flipped over into July we flipped out over the 'Ohdeedads' out there. While mom's still garner much of the spotlight when it comes to parenting, these dad-centric posts show how rad dad can be.


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    Twinkle Curtains, Junk in the Trunk Bed & More

    Uploaded 2011-12-23 10:25:31
    We scoured April's posts to find some of the coolest kiddie stuff going.


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    Look Ma, it’s Santa!

    Uploaded 2011-12-22 10:16:45
    Holiday picture props you can make with kids


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    Over 100 Free Tags and Labels

    Uploaded 2011-12-19 09:50:05
    Check out this massive roundup of tags and labels ranging from cute to fancy for all your wrapping needs.


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    Gorgeous Nursery Photos

    Uploaded 2011-12-16 10:45:18
    21 inspiring baby rooms from around the web, from vintage-cool to ultra mod.


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    O! Holy Lights

    Uploaded 2011-12-15 03:21:41
    10 jaw-dropping home light displays from YouTube


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    18 Easy Christmas Crafts, Ornaments and Gifts

    Uploaded 2011-12-14 09:39:04
    Cute DIY Christmas ornaments and gifts kids can make, from our favorite craft blogs.


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    Make a Modern Wooden Christmas Tree

    Uploaded 2011-12-14 09:35:18
    Why not build your own, and as a bonus, have it fit right in with your modern decor.


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    Holiday Affective Disorder

    Uploaded 2011-12-08 10:00:42
    How to recognize the signs and get help


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    4 Great Holiday Safety Tips

    Uploaded 2011-12-07 09:22:13
    The best holiday safety tips to babyproof your house and keep babies and toddlers safe.


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    Felix's Tintin Inspired Nursery

    Uploaded 2011-12-07 09:21:20
    For a child's room, one can't go wrong with too much color. Color has the power to transform a space or even piece of furniture into something magnificent.


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    Ellie's Enchanted Cottage

    Uploaded 2011-12-06 09:50:07
    We ended up doing both pink and yellow. The rest of the room evolved through mostly craigslist and thrifting.


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    A Unique Way To Dress Up Tables And Chairs

    Uploaded 2011-12-02 09:53:45
    Take a plain table and chairs set and dress it up.


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    4 Great Holiday Safety Tips

    Uploaded 2011-11-29 09:03:37
    The best holiday safety tips to babyproof your house and keep babies and toddlers safe


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    For Kids Who Like To Make Stuff

    Uploaded 2011-11-29 09:02:30
    Here are nine gift ideas for makers and doers; even if these exact gifts aren't a match, we hope they inspire you to think along these lines this holiday season.


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    Ways to Get Kids Psyched About Fitness

    Uploaded 2011-11-28 02:07:02
    Kid-friendly crazy-fun activities guaranteed to instill a lifelong love of exercise. Plus, get healthy eating tips, exercise ideas, and more ways to shape up with Parenting’s Fit Generation 2011!


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    Inspiration: Crochet-Covered Lampshades

    Uploaded 2011-11-28 02:04:58
    ld lampshades without a lamp are just such an item. Well add some color and put those bad boys to use, it's their time to shine!


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    Weekend Project: Make Your Own Bouncy Balls

    Uploaded 2011-11-24 10:22:14
    hey come in so many pretty colors, but did you know you can make them at home. From normal household stuff? Science is spectacular and so is this diy!


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    Top 12 TV Role Models for Kids

    Uploaded 2011-11-22 09:55:04
    Dora, Carly, Harper, and more!


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    It's Plenty Easy Bein' Green: 10 Green Kids Rooms

    Uploaded 2011-11-16 09:47:52
    Here are ten rooms from the archives that show why ohdeedoh is keen on green.


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    Is It Selfish to Have One Child?

    Uploaded 2011-11-16 09:46:37
    A mom shares her thoughts on why her child does not need another sibling.


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    10 Ways to Get Organized for the Holidays

    Uploaded 2011-11-14 09:57:16
    Smart tips to prevent stress.


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    A Playmobil Coat Hanger

    Uploaded 2011-11-06 02:15:49
    Playmobil figures scattered about on your floor probably drives you crazy, but used atop a ledge as hooks for a coat hanger somehow elevates them to artsy!


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    Reading Rainbow

    Uploaded 2011-10-28 10:51:14
    Our 12 favorite children’s book illustrators


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    Online Family Safety: Teaching Kids to Value Privacy

    Uploaded 2011-10-26 10:28:17
    The Philippines, which has been dubbed as the "social networking capital of the world," has the highest social media penetration rate with more than 26 million online users.


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    Potty Talk: 10 Best Potties

    Uploaded 2011-10-25 11:07:30
    They all have various attributes, and you may even have to try a couple to see what works best.


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    Make Secret Message Pillows With Hidden Pouches

    Uploaded 2011-10-17 08:51:27
    Forget the tooth fairy, that only works until you lose all your teeth. This pillow keeps secrets coming, whether it's wishing them luck on their math test or a candy cane come the holidays. The best part? You can make it in 7 easy steps.


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    Tile Decals To Jazz Up the Bathroom

    Uploaded 2011-10-13 09:53:24
    Check out one mom's recommended picks for tile decals.


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    20 Terrific Kids Rooms You Might Have Missed

    Uploaded 2011-10-12 09:57:20
    Like the rest of the house, these rooms are all across the design spectrum - sophisticated, fanciful, artsy, eclectic - all oozing with personality.


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    Console Wars

    Uploaded 2011-10-12 09:52:53
    Which gaming system is right for your family?


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    Top 25 Store-Bought Halloween Costumes for Kids

    Uploaded 2011-09-28 10:00:34
    Classic styles, trendy picks, and more for 2011.


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    Is your kid suicidal?

    Uploaded 2011-09-26 10:16:21
    Know the signs that something's wrong with your child.


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    DTI: No price hikes for noche buena items until yearend

    Uploaded 2011-09-24 03:34:56
    As an early Christmas gift of sorts to consumers, makers of noche buena food items have “committed" not to increase prices of their products until yearend, the Department of Trade and Industry said Saturday.


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    Customize Your Roller Blind

    Uploaded 2011-09-20 09:37:51
    The possibilities for adding a creative, customized element to a kid's room are countless.


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    Farm Fresh, Woodsy Dressers & Chalkboard Books

    Uploaded 2011-09-19 09:52:37
    Check out these cool design ideas for your child's room.


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    Most Empowering Books for Girls

    Uploaded 2011-09-16 10:36:42
    13 best picture books that teach and entertain.


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    Repainted Little Tikes, Wood Veggies & Easy-Going Rooms

    Uploaded 2011-09-12 08:19:41
    Check out these featured kids' rooms.


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    Top 25 Android Photo Apps

    Uploaded 2011-09-12 08:17:53
    The Android Market is packed with more than a quarter of a million apps these days, with hundreds dedicated to photography alone.


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    Turn Your Favorite Fabric Into Wonderful Wallpaper

    Uploaded 2011-09-09 10:03:05
    Find out how to turn fabric into wallpaper, albeit for a door, a wall, or just a cozy little nook.


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    Child-Proof Your Home

    Uploaded 2011-09-01 11:00:35
    As good parents who want the best for their children, you want to provide a safe environment for your little ones to grow up.


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    Day 7: Reflection & Inspiration

    Uploaded 2011-08-31 10:18:30
    The 7-day toy cure


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    Make Storage Way Cool with Way Basics

    Uploaded 2011-08-24 09:29:35
    Simple, functional and versatile, their offerings were a good solution for a variety of storage challenges.


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    Kids and TV Time

    Uploaded 2011-08-23 09:26:49
    How much television is too much?


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    Graze Organic Debuts Eco-Friendly Lunch Kit

    Uploaded 2011-08-12 09:38:33
    Made entirely with 100 percent organic cotton, the kit includes a sturdy lunch tote, two sandwich/snack bags and one napkin covered with hip, whimsical prints including robots, flowers, dogs, cats, fruits and more.


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    Good Idea: Use LEGO as a Math Tool

    Uploaded 2011-08-10 09:16:28
    We've always appreciated LEGO's versatility but seeing it used as a mathematics tool really caught our attention. With just a few of the simplest of bricks you can make a dynamic math worksheet.


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    Best Kids Parties: Confetti in the Park

    Uploaded 2011-08-09 09:40:01
    Jesyka lucked out with beautiful weather for a beautiful party in the park. She shares: The first thing that started me thinking about my little girl's first birthday was Confetti System!


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    Paint With Frozen Cubes To Beat The Heat

    Uploaded 2011-08-02 11:18:16
    With temperature pushing past 110 in many parts of the country that don't usually see such heat, we've all been struggling to find ways to keep kids cool while still letting them be creative and have a little fun. This paint is sure to make a lasting impression — it's frozen!


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    100 Best Children’s Books

    Uploaded 2011-08-02 11:17:30
    Once a week my sister, mother, and I filled a cardboard box with new library books to read. Now, almost four decades later, I still borrow an excessive amount of library books, not just for me but also for my own children and my K-5 students.


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    Keep Bugs At Bay With Cup Covers

    Uploaded 2011-07-28 10:40:13
    Check out this clever craft that both keeps track of whose cup is whose and puts the kabash on our winged friends.


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    Trough Sinks For the Kids' Bathroom

    Uploaded 2011-07-26 10:14:06
    Inspired by vintage school bathrooms, trough sinks could also be of great use in the home.


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    party by color: aqua

    Uploaded 2011-07-15 10:02:42
    We’re sure your little one would be thrilled to have his/her next party planned around the color of the sea. It’s gender neutral and the perfect way to cool down these warm summer days


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    DIY I Spy Bottle

    Uploaded 2011-07-14 09:52:41
    To make sure boredom doesn't turn into bedlam, it's best to make sure kids have something interesting to concentrate on.


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    The Most Outrageous Playhouses for Kids

    Uploaded 2011-07-06 09:44:47
    They’re like real homes but smaller!


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    My Room: Levi

    Uploaded 2011-06-29 09:24:58
    We love this bright color palette and how everything in the room "goes" without being matchy-matchy.


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    Ella's Bright & Bold Bedroom

    Uploaded 2011-06-22 09:56:23
    Full of bold colors and patterns, she has created a room for Ella that is nothing short of magical.


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    Paperless Post

    Uploaded 2011-06-15 10:06:38
    Hello, Paperless Post. The site allows users to send online invitations complete with personalized virtual envelopes, then monitor guest receipt and replies.


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    Chalkboard Cake Toy

    Uploaded 2011-06-06 09:57:15
    Reader Kathy sent us a great tip yesterday about this cake she spotted. Pretty isn't it (in a non-traditional black frosting kind of way)? Well, as you probably guessed by now this confection isn't the edible variety.


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    A Pirate-Themed Boys' Room

    Uploaded 2011-05-25 10:30:00
    Ahoy, mateys! Climb aboard and check out this pirate-themed bedroom for toddler twins.


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    Hanging Storage Pockets for Small Spaces

    Uploaded 2011-05-17 02:58:17
    Storage bins might be the typical solution for gathering small toys in one place. But they take up quite a bit of space. For the more limited space, check out these wall-hung storage pockets:


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    Vintage Swedish Inspiration

    Uploaded 2011-05-03 10:16:41
    The soft and simple qualities of vintage Swedish style are perfect for nurseries and childrens' rooms.


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    Raising Girls in Princess Culture

    Uploaded 2011-04-29 10:40:23
    Does it really affect girls’ gender roles?


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    Heat stroke

    Uploaded 2011-04-28 10:03:08
    MANILA, Philippines - Heat stroke is the most severe form of heat illness and is a life-threatening emergency.


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    Advice to parents: Don't ignore 'Parental Guidance' on TV

    Uploaded 2011-04-27 08:01:54
    QUEZON CITY, METRO MANILA - These days, most television shows carry the “Parental Guidance” logo. But since it's now common, parents really need to act on it, according to a psychologist.


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    Beat the summer heat with these favorite Pinoy treats

    Uploaded 2011-04-12 10:25:33
    MANILA CITY, METRO MANILA — Aside from the iconic halo-halo, the streets are not lacking in cheap treats to ward off the summer heat.


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    Easter Surprise Eggs

    Uploaded 2011-04-11 09:09:59
    Who can resist an egg that's begging to be cracked? Check out these gorgeous eggs that can be packed with candies or toys.


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    Gender-Neutral and -Specific Color Combos

    Uploaded 2011-04-04 08:00:28
    Come up with a color scheme in which your main color is gender-neutral and the complimentary color is gender-specific.


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    Handmade Dollhouse Pillows

    Uploaded 2011-03-24 09:35:28
    These handmade one-of-a-kind dollhouse pillows by Ruby Ellen of Cakies are pretty amazing.


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    Shower Squid

    Uploaded 2011-03-11 01:42:36
    This sweet cephalopod restores order with nine adjustable tentacles to hold bottles and bars of soap.


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    Integrating Legare Frog Bed Into Nursery

    Uploaded 2011-03-07 09:43:26
    Q. I'm looking for good ideas to integrate a Legare Frog bed into a nursery. Our 32-month-old boy will be sharing a room with our 8-month-old.


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    Play Mat/Messenger Bag

    Uploaded 2011-03-02 10:49:17
    We love a good play mat. Better still, we love great storage and portable solutions. This beautiful homemade project has it all; it's a messenger bag that opens out to a play mat!


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    A Modern Family Tree on the Wall

    Uploaded 2011-02-21 09:32:21
    Help kids keep track of their roots (or owls in this case) with this fresh take on their heritage.


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    DIY Kid Aprons

    Uploaded 2011-02-17 09:50:12
    Whether they're pretending in the play kitchen or helping with cupcakes in your kitchen, a cute little apron helps to make cooking all the more fun.


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    Unique gift ideas for Valentine’s Day

    Uploaded 2011-02-11 09:08:06
    QUEZON CITY, METRO MANILA – A rose, a bouquet of flowers, and a box of imported chocolates are considered traditional gifts during this special day.


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    Feng shui tips for entering the Year of the Metal Rabbit

    Uploaded 2011-02-03 09:38:23
    The Year of the Metal Rabbit dominates, and if you’re a Rabbit, Rooster, Rat, Horse, or Dog, consider yourselves lucky—it’s an extremely good year for you.


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    Valentine's Table

    Uploaded 2011-02-01 10:30:03
    Need a little inspiration for a Valentine’s party or decor? We’ve got it for you! Check out the sweet details of this table Samantha Cabrera made for her son.


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    Make a Gumball Necklace for Valentine's Day

    Uploaded 2011-01-31 10:06:36
    We usually like to keep it simple for Valentine's Day - some homemade cards and something sweet to eat. But these yummy baubles we spotted over at One Charming Party are calling my name.


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    What Causes Cancer? 7 Strange Cancer Claims Explained

    Uploaded 2011-01-28 01:33:48
    Bras, deodorant, and mouthwash­—just a few of the everyday products that have been linked to cancer at some point during the past several decades.


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    Budget Basics: Modern Cribs

    Uploaded 2011-01-25 11:04:16
    Buying a crib is often the biggest, and very often the first, purchase parents make for a nursery.


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    10 Best Tips for Brightening Up Your Kids' Rooms

    Uploaded 2011-01-06 10:12:22
    Decorating ideas for bedding, painting, wall decor & more!


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    Skip Hop Zoo Tableware + Zoo Bookends

    Uploaded 2011-01-06 10:10:33
    Skiphop creates a line of tableware and bookends based on the signature Zoo animals.


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    Room Accents and Accessories

    Uploaded 2011-01-03 09:24:17
    Here are 10 posts focusing on room accents and accessories we featured in 2010.


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    ‘Must haves’ for safe New Year

    Uploaded 2010-12-30 11:00:00
    MANILA, Philippines—Egg whites, iced water and ear plugs.


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    My Room: Layla

    Uploaded 2010-12-29 08:04:38
    As soon we found out we were having a girl my husband and I went to work transforming a plain cream white guest room into a magical and bright place for our little one to sleep and play.


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    Horoscope 2011 for all zodiac signs

    Uploaded 2010-12-28 08:56:22
    Horoscopes 2011: compared with 2010 next year promises to be more tolerant and it will bring us less unpleasant surprises.


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    Party Decorations: Best of 2010

    Uploaded 2010-12-23 11:18:48
    Enjoy this round up of My Party decorations after the jump!


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    The Best Electronic Gifts for the Whole Family

    Uploaded 2010-12-23 11:15:56
    Check out even more unique Christmas gift ideas for kids, friends, and family!


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    Christmas presents that don’t cost a cent

    Uploaded 2010-12-21 10:27:45
    The high cost of goods may seem like a barrier to delighting loved ones with holiday presents, but that’s nothing a little creative thinking won’t fix.


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    Turn Tin Cans Into Tall Towers Of Colorful Blocks

    Uploaded 2010-12-13 10:29:58
    Check out this cute craft that is simple, colorful and recycled!


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    Robin plans Catholic wedding with Mariel next year

    Uploaded 2010-12-10 10:40:40
    QUEZON CITY, METRO MANILA — Christmas may be the “season to be jolly,” but some people experience the “holiday blues.”


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    6 Ways To Let The Kids Help Decorate The Home

    Uploaded 2010-12-07 07:08:45
    here's several ways they can help decorate, so make sure you stock your house with materials for these special activities!


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    Easy Paper Bag Advent Calendar

    Uploaded 2010-12-05 10:00:39
    Advent is underway, but there's no penalty for starting your calendar now. If you'd still like to get one up this weekend, Gina of the Daily B has shared hers which is quick, easy and inexpensive.


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    7 Ways to Make Money This Holiday Season

    Uploaded 2010-12-05 09:50:55
    While frugality has its place, you can't - and don't want to - cut out everything. What to do instead? Use some of the unique opportunities of the holiday season to make some extra cash.


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    7 Places To Hang A Stocking Other Than From A Fireplace

    Uploaded 2010-12-01 10:26:06
    Although we haven't conduced an official study of how many folks have a fireplace and how many don't, we're going to guess that more people are looking for creative ways to hang their stocking during the holidays than not. We happen to be part of that crowd, so without further ado, here's 7 festive ways to display your stockings!


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    5 Holiday Shopping Mistakes to Avoid

    Uploaded 2010-11-26 10:10:37
    Sure, we all want to give our loved ones a holiday to remember, but there's no need to deck the halls with boughs of money to have a happy holiday.


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    10 Ways to Get Organized for the Holidays

    Uploaded 2010-11-24 09:40:46
    Smart tips to prevent stress.


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    Thanksgiving Crafts

    Uploaded 2010-11-23 10:17:28
    Check out these easy thanksgiving art and craft projects.


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    Cool Teddy Bear Roundup

    Uploaded 2010-11-22 09:56:35
    Earlier today we asked, "Where are the Teddy Bears?" Are they not cool enough for the modern nursery? Their ubiquitousness over the decades perhaps made them too generic and, well....goopy.


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    7 Easy Ways To Keep Food Costs Down

    Uploaded 2010-11-19 09:45:23
    Food prices could be a significant portion of your budget, and the bad news is that they are not getting any cheaper.


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    Dreidel Roundup

    Uploaded 2010-11-18 10:26:15
    Hanukkah is only two weeks away! Gather round the table and get your gelt on with these dreidels - some fancy, some simple, and our favorite is a freebie.


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    Crocheted Afghans: Granny Chic!

    Uploaded 2010-11-16 07:51:50
    We rounded up a few on etsy to help inspire you.


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    10 Tips for Setting Up a Nursery

    Uploaded 2010-11-11 09:51:22
    Decorating ideas, baby bedding and more!


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    Knox's Vintage Modern Safari Nursery

    Uploaded 2010-11-09 09:53:15
    The color inspiration for this space started with the bold pop of yellow the mom used on the vintage dresser turned changing table.


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    Feterie Kids

    Uploaded 2010-11-03 08:51:53
    Online stationery company, Feterie, has a lot of great personalized goodies for kids. These would make fantastic gifts!


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    Night Light Substitute

    Uploaded 2010-11-02 08:34:03
    We always like the new uses for old things they come up with over at Real Simple, and this one would be a great way to use those glow in the dark stars that aren't quite as thrilling anymore on their ceiling.


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    And the most searched Halloween costumes are...

    Uploaded 2010-10-30 05:40:29
    MANILA, Philippines - Contrary to what most people think, Halloween is not just for kids who want to go door-to-door and hoard all the candy that they can.


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    35+ Easy Homemade Halloween Costumes for Kids

    Uploaded 2010-10-29 09:55:30
    35+ costumes that are cheap and easy to make


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    1 Trend, 3 Ways: Fun Kids Costumes

    Uploaded 2010-10-28 09:14:37
    From fairy princesses and superheros to cuddly animals and cartoon characters, there are so many cool options. And as Kingston Rossdale and Milo Langdon (in N.Y.C. on Sept. 5) prove, you don’t have to wait until Halloween to don a cool costume.


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    Aakkoset Shelf

    Uploaded 2010-10-28 09:13:22
    If you want something that can double as furniture, check out this Aakkoset shelf by Kayiwa.


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    How to Build Savings While Paying Off Debt

    Uploaded 2010-10-27 09:44:49
    Here are tips to ensure that we can all work towards fattening up our savings while simultaneously lowering, and gradually eliminating, our debts.


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    easy pumpkin decorating

    Uploaded 2010-10-26 09:32:16
    We spotted these glam pumpkins over at one of our regular blog reads, Could I Have That, and just love the idea. Super simple but fun and cute!


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    Pom Pom Fever!

    Uploaded 2010-10-22 10:41:30
    We felt a bit dizzy upon spying this magnificent pom pom grouping in the premier issue of Covet Garden and it inspired us to dig through our archives for more beautiful examples of pom pom decor.


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    Make Your Own Pumpkin Scarecrow

    Uploaded 2010-10-19 01:16:02
    Kris from Simply Prim wrote up a great tutorial to make her version, which we think is absolutely classic.


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    Aquino urged to push bill for household helpers

    Uploaded 2010-10-15 09:33:31
    President Benigno Aquino III was urged Thursday to certify the pending Kasambahay bill, providing for the labor rights and privileges of household helpers, as an urgent measure for the House of Representatives’ immediate action.


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    Couture Déco: Wallcoverings & Kids' Room Décor

    Uploaded 2010-10-14 10:07:56
    The peel-and-stick wall decal trend seems like it just won't quit, and that's OK with us — especially when it comes to kids' rooms, where the ability to inexpensively change things as your child grows is key.


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    Halloween Party Snacks and Treats for Children

    Uploaded 2010-10-12 09:09:54
    Kids will love these adorable, sometimes-scary Halloween recipes. Try these perfect sweets and treats at your next Halloween party.


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    Through careful planning and a lot of support from my family and colleagues, continuing to nurture my baby with breast milk while I worked was a success. Here’s what worked for me:

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    It can be used for girls as well and we'd like to showcase a few hues that work out well no matter who's inhabiting the space, Jack or Jill.


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    7 Ways to Avoid Debt

    Uploaded 2010-10-11 09:17:26
    We asked financial experts to weigh in with tips for struggling celebrities, and advice about what the rest of us can learn from their spendthrift ways.


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    Meralco trims generation rate by P1.10/kilowatt-hour

    Uploaded 2010-10-07 06:35:00
    CONSUMERS can expect lower power bills for this month as Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) yesterday announced a P1.10 per kilowatt-hour (kWH) cut in its generation charge.


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    Download This: Pretty Printable Paper Owls

    Uploaded 2010-09-30 09:13:40
    Are you looking for something inexpensive to brighten up a dull corner? Check out these owls which are free to you (aside from paper and printing) and can be hung anywhere you need a little hoot!


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    Easy Halloween Costumes from Our Archives

    Uploaded 2010-09-24 11:20:39
    Here are a few examples from our archives of terrific costumes you can make at home.


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    Nickelodeon Introduces Stylish Kids Furniture Collection

    Uploaded 2010-09-17 09:27:46
    Designed for kids from pre-school straight up to teens, Nickelodeon Rooms has a wide selection of pieces and options to choose from, so each room can be as individual as your child.


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    Inspiration: Create a Play Store

    Uploaded 2010-09-16 09:34:01
    When we spotted this play store at Bloesem Kids we were inspired, and maybe even a little obsessed.


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    Toy Display Tables

    Uploaded 2010-09-13 09:12:46
    You have to see this guy's work. He's a mad fabrication genius, and he built this plexi-topped table to house a colorful collection of rubber muscle men toys.


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    Report: Many Children’s Products Contain Hazardous Metals

    Uploaded 2010-09-09 10:40:21
    Common items, such as children’s hair barrettes, jewelry, and even raincoats, may contain hazardous metals that are dangerous for children.


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    Make Your Own Clouds

    Uploaded 2010-09-09 10:33:28
    We did the next best thing - we fashioned our own to hang indoors. They took literally minutes to put together, and the effect was surprisingly transporting.


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    Quick, Pretty Lights

    Uploaded 2010-09-06 11:05:05
    Have an old lace table cloth you don't know what to do with? Perhaps you have a dark corner in one of your rooms that could use a little pretty. Or perhaps you want to spruce up an outdoor space for some entertaining.


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    ABC Canvas Floor Pillows

    Uploaded 2010-09-01 07:54:09
    It is a well-established fact of scienterior design that children who are exposed to appropriate fonts in infancy are 10 times less likely to develop font hypersensitivity later in life. And what better way to introduce them to cute fonts than this canvas floor pillow?


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    Violence on television

    Uploaded 2010-08-31 10:42:08
    THE CULTURES of corruption and of violence in society are close cousins, if not twins. They are intertwined.


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    Art Gallery in the Entryway

    Uploaded 2010-08-13 09:27:05
    You know we love a good looking and well-organized entryway. Besides curb appeal, it's the first impression guests have of your home and sets the tone for the rest of the house.


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    How to get your children to do their chores

    Uploaded 2010-07-23 09:44:15
    In another excerpt from her book ‘Laying Down the Law,’ Dr. Ruth Peters has tactics to keep kids on track with family duties


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    Party Theme: You Are My Sunshine

    Uploaded 2010-07-23 09:29:41
    Rachel's daughter lights up her life so why not celebrate it: The theme for this party was "You Are My Sunshine" and I got the idea from the No Fuss Fabulous blog.


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    Etsy Finds: Modern Growth Charts for Your Nursery

    Uploaded 2010-07-21 09:39:35
    It’s time for an indie designer feature baby fans, and today’s Etsy find is…drumroll please…Giraffes and Stuff! Not only will you find a colorful collection of canvas growth charts and wall prints, but their matching wall decals will make designing a modern nursery a snap.


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    Raise in maids’ monthly salary to P4,000 sought

    Uploaded 2010-07-21 09:38:09
    A measure seeking to increase the minimum wage of “kasambahay” or household helpers is now pending deliberations by the Senate as it resumes session on July 26. What do you think? Is this something you support?


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    Organize Your Child's Room

    Uploaded 2010-07-16 06:35:58
    Children need a quiet place to calm themselves down at the end of a busy day.


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    Protecting Your Family Against Environmental Toxins

    Uploaded 2010-07-13 09:22:00
    The recent report of the President’s Cancer Panel Report on environmental cancer risks indicated that the role of environmental pollutants in cancer development has been previously been underestimated.


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    Organizing Your Paperwork

    Uploaded 2010-07-09 09:48:56
    Looking for a worthy weekend activity? Why don't you organize your paperwork at home?


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    Birthday Party Theme Idea: Paris!

    Uploaded 2010-07-09 09:47:19
    These parents put together a "trip to Paris" as their daughter's birthday party theme. Gorgeous!


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    Meralco to charge consumers P0.058 per kWh more

    Uploaded 2010-07-07 09:38:47
    The Manila Electric Co. will charge consumers P0.058 per kilowatt-hour more starting this month, an official of the company said Tuesday.


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    Tidy Up Your Tots' Toys

    Uploaded 2010-07-06 09:16:19
    Watch this video with expert author mom talking about tidying up your child's toys at home.


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    Baby Steps For Organization

    Uploaded 2010-07-02 09:02:01
    4 Easy steps to reclaim your home from the clutter and disorganization.


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    Real Nursery: Baby Elliott

    Uploaded 2010-07-02 08:58:19
    There's something extra special about rooms for children that incorporate their parents' backgrounds and history.


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    Your Child's Pet: Another Mouth To Feed

    Uploaded 2010-06-29 08:44:08
    My 6-year-old daughter has always dreamed of having a younger brother to boss around. Actually, what she really wants is a dog.


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    How To Take Better Pictures of You and Baby

    Uploaded 2010-06-24 09:37:18
    Tips on how to look better in pictures, and how to take better pictures of your adorable baby.


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    Dog-tired of your pet's look? Try a doggie dye job

    Uploaded 2010-06-21 04:20:52
    Walking into Ruowen Pet Spa is like entering a doggie Halloween costume contest. There's turtle-dog, zebra-dog, Spider-Man-dog, tiger-dog and even panda-dog.


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    Earth Friendly Clothes Drying

    Uploaded 2010-06-18 08:06:37
    Check out this blog entry on using old fashioned methods for clothes drying.


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    Meralco rates cut by P0.10/kWh

    Uploaded 2010-06-08 08:48:39
    Residential customers of power distributor Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) will see a P0.10 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) reduction in their electricity bills this June, despite an increase in the generation charge.


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    May 1 regular holiday moved to May 3, DoLE issues pay rules

    Uploaded 2010-04-29 09:29:03
    MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) on Wednesday said that in view of the yearly observance of Labor Day, the Malacañang Palace had instead declared May 3, 2010, a Monday, in lieu of May 1, a Saturday, as a regular holiday nationwide.


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    Wednesday's rains do not signal El Niño's end — PAGASA

    Uploaded 2010-04-29 09:24:00
    The rains that fell on parts of Metro Manila late Wednesday do not signal the El Niño weather phenomenon is coming to an end, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said Thursday.


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    Thousands of people lose homes in Manila slum fire

    Uploaded 2010-04-26 08:06:35
    A huge fire sweeping through a shantytown outside the Philippine capital has destroyed about 300 houses and left about 7,000 people homeless.


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    Melo: We’re 100 percent on target

    Uploaded 2010-04-21 07:27:38
    MANILA, Philippines—It’s all systems go, contrary to fears of skeptics.


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    School Allegedly Spied Via Web Cams

    Uploaded 2010-04-19 07:07:35
    Web cams in school-issued laptops allegedly photographed students at home.


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    Fire hits Greenbelt 3 mall

    Uploaded 2010-04-16 07:58:10
    Fire struck the Ayala-owned Greenbelt 3 Mall in Makati City on Thursday night.


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    Too much music as "Glee" returns to TV

    Uploaded 2010-04-14 08:55:29
    The second season of any whirlwind show is a challenge; scrutiny and expectations can deflate any highfliers, no matter how they roar back.


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    Missing 11-year-old girl found in central Fla.

    Uploaded 2010-04-14 08:55:07
    WINTER SPRINGS, Fla. — A missing 11-year-old central Florida girl with Asperger syndrome was found alive on Tuesday, four days after she disappeared into an alligator-infested swamp a half-mile from her suburban home.


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    World Health Day focuses on urbanization

    Uploaded 2010-04-07 07:58:41
    It's World Health Day on today, which this year has a special focus on urbanization and health.


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    Villar thanks Baby James

    Uploaded 2010-04-07 07:56:05
    Nacionalista Party bet Senator Manny Villar has thanked Baby James Aquino-Yap, nephew of his closest rival for the presidency, Senator Benigno ‘Noynoy’ Aquino for an unanticipated support.


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    After hottest day, PAGASA sees more 36 ° C weather

    Uploaded 2010-04-06 04:22:21
    After registering the hottest day of the year so far on Tuesday, state weather forecasters indicated the 36-degree weather will likely last until the weekend.


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    Cebu dancing inmates make it to Top 50 greatest Tube hits

    Uploaded 2010-04-06 08:01:22
    The Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center (CPDRC) dancing inmates' rendition of Michael Jackson's ''Thriller'' has made it to the top 50 greatest YouTube hits according to Time.


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    Aquino leads Villar by 9 pts in new poll

    Uploaded 2010-03-30 07:07:26
    MANILA, Philippines—Weakening support by the poor for presidential candidate Manuel Villar Jr. and their steady backing of Benigno Aquino III have given Aquino a clear lead over Villar, according to results of a nationwide survey conducted by Social Weather Stations (SWS) this month.


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    HIV/AIDS now in curricula

    Uploaded 2010-03-29 08:02:54
    Government educational institutions are now starting to integrate HIV/AIDS awareness in their curricula to help slow down the spread of the virus in the country.


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    Big Ben in darkness as 4,000 cities switch off for Earth Hour

    Uploaded 2010-03-28 08:16:13
    Office blocks and floodlit landmarks around the world have been plunged into darkness in a gesture to highlight environmental concerns as part of the fourth annual Earth Hour, organized by the World Wildlife Fund.


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    Earthquake rocks Metro Manila, parts of Luzon

    Uploaded 2010-03-25 03:21:15
    A 5.9-magnitude earthquake shook Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon past noon Thursday, state seismologists said.


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    Villar, Aquino top surveys

    Uploaded 2010-03-25 05:42:13
    Nacionalista Party (NP) presidential candidate Sen. Manny Villar and Liberal Party (LP) standard-bearer Sen. Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III topped separate presidential surveys, it was learned Tuesday.


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    Spanish subject to make a comeback in RP schools

    Uploaded 2010-03-23 05:10:23
    The Spanish subject is set to make a comeback in schools soon.


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    Church open to dialogue on contraceptives

    Uploaded 2010-03-10 06:53:56
    The Catholic Church is open to dialogue with Health Secretary Esperanza Cabral on the issue of artificial contraceptives, Msgr. Pedro Quitorio, Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Media Director, said.


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    Condom debate brought to bishops’ doorstep

    Uploaded 2010-03-09 12:48:27
    Members of a workers group Monday brought the condom debate to the doorstep of Catholic bishops, in a bid to convince the prelates that prophylactics protect the health of women.


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    New warmest day of the year registered Wednesday — Pagasa

    Uploaded 2010-03-04 08:29:12
    Residents in Metro Manila on Wednesday went through the hottest day so far this year at 35.5 degrees Celsius, even as state weather forecasters warned of hotter days until at least mid-May.


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    Police: Angry parents torch school in Philippines

    Uploaded 2010-03-03 07:10:07
    MANILA, Philippines – A group of parents torched a school in the central Philippines after complaining their children weren't given the food promised by a government program aimed at boosting school attendance, police said Tuesday.


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    Man, daughter fall 13 floors in Chile quake

    Uploaded 2010-03-02 05:36:25
    CONCEPCION, Chile – When their 13th-floor apartment began to shake, Alberto Rozas pulled his 7-year-old daughter into the bathroom doorway and waited for it to stop.


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    Villar: P20 was meant to buy camote, not votes

    Uploaded 2010-03-01 09:54:12
    It was meant to buy camote and not to buy votes. This was how Nacionalista Party standard bearer Senator Manuel Villar Jr. on Saturday defended his handing out P20 bills to children during his campaign sorties in Batangas province. (See: Villar gives P20 bills to kids in Batangas)


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    Quake, tsunamis kill more than 700 in Chile

    Uploaded 2010-03-01 09:44:47
    A massive earthquake and tsunamis killed 350 people in one Chilean coastal town, doubling the total death toll on Sunday as the government tried to get aid to hungry survivors and halt looting.


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    Ramos: EDSA I belongs to the Filipinos, not exclusive to anyone

    Uploaded 2010-02-25 07:38:05
    MANILA, Philippines — It’s the people’s victory and nobody’s “exclusive property.”


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    Comelec: Machines arriving on time

    Uploaded 2010-02-22 01:29:58
    The Commission on Elections (Comelec) on Monday assured the delivery of the remaining precinct count optical scan (PCOS) machines before the deadline set by the joint venture Smartmatic and Total Information Management (Smartmatic-TIM) on February 28.


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    Philippine govt defends Valentine condoms

    Uploaded 2010-02-14 09:40:56
    MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine government on Sunday defended its policy of distributing free condoms to mark Valentine's Day after influential senior church officials labeled it "vulgar".


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    Special children: Next ramp models?

    Uploaded 2010-02-12 08:43:20
    MANILA, Philippines - A group of "special children" proved that they can rule the catwalk just as confidently as any ramp model in a recent fashion show dubbed "Special Collection 2010."


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    'Bleach' death boy's mother accused of murder

    Uploaded 2010-02-12 01:38:11
    A mother has been charged with the murder of her 12-year-old autistic son who died after drinking a liquid thought to be bleach.


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    Ampatuan, Mangudadatu bodyguards shootout in mall, 1 killed

    Uploaded 2010-02-12 01:35:29
    An alleged henchman of the Ampatuans was shot and killed by the bodyguards of the Mangudadatus when they crossed each other’s path inside a shopping mall in Davao City Thursday evening.


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    Love letters usher in the Year of the Tiger

    Uploaded 2010-02-11 09:06:21
    To signify the rare merging of a romantic Western holiday and the beginning of a dynamic Year of the Tiger, Xin Tian Di introduces another traditional Chinese New year delicacy – the Love Letter.


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    Money Can't Buy Happiness, So Man Gives Away Every Penny of His £3 Million Fortune

    Uploaded 2010-02-11 09:06:11
    arl Rabeder grew up poor and thought that life would be wonderful if he had money. But when he got rich, Karl discovered that he was unhappy … so he decided to give away every penny of his £3 million fortune.


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    Majority of Filipinos unaware of party-list system, survey says

    Uploaded 2010-02-11 08:55:37
    FOUR MONTHS before the general elections, nearly seven out of 10 Filipinos are not aware of party-list groups which would have representation in Congress, according to a survey released yesterday by Pulse Asia, Inc., a higher rate from the last poll three years ago.


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    1 out of 5 adults choose pet over partner on Valentine's

    Uploaded 2010-02-10 07:26:32
    NEW YORK - Rather than spending Valentine's Day with their partner, one-fifth of adults would prefer to be with their pet, although the French still came top for romance, according to a joint global poll by Reuters/ Ipsos.


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    Haiti earthquake survivor Evan Muncie trapped under rubble for 27 days

    Uploaded 2010-02-10 07:23:39
    A 28-year-old victim of the Haiti earthquake was beginning the long journey back to health yesterday after enduring nearly four weeks pinned under rubble.


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    14 more Ampatuans charged in massacre

    Uploaded 2010-02-10 07:23:04
    MANILA, Philippines—The Department of Justice (DoJ) Tuesday filed multiple murder charges in a Quezon City court against 14 more members of the Ampatuan clan, including patriarch Andal Ampatuan Sr., and 182 others in connection with the Maguindanao massacre of Nov. 23, 2009.


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    The Presidentiables are off and running

    Uploaded 2010-02-09 09:09:09
    The race is on for presidential candidates beginning today, after months of unofficial free-for-all.


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    US recall worries Toyota, Honda owners in Philippines

    Uploaded 2010-02-05 09:19:26
    Despite the assurance of the local units of Toyota Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co. that models in the Philippines are not included in the ordered safety recall of defective cars, some Filipinos are wondering if there is something wrong with their vehicles.


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    Ampatuan Jr. arraigned on 15 more murder raps

    Uploaded 2010-02-04 06:36:29
    Massacre suspect Andal Ampatuan Jr. pleaded not guilty to 15 more cases of murder in connection with the infamous Maguindanao massacre during his arraignment before the sala of Quezon City Judge Jocelyn Solis-Reyes inside the national police headquarters in Camp Crame last Wednesday.


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    Printing of ballots delayed anew

    Uploaded 2010-02-02 07:14:30
    MANILA, Philippines—Another hiccup has delayed for yet another week the printing of 50 million ballots to be used in the May elections.


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    Panagbenga kicks off Feb. 1

    Uploaded 2010-02-01 10:43:12
    Local and foreign tourists will start flocking to this mountain resort city to witness the colorful activities of the 15th Panagbenga, the famous Baguio flower festival which fires off on Monday with the elimination round of the street dancing competition.


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    Phivolcs records 3 tectonic quakes

    Uploaded 2010-02-01 09:02:48
    The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded three tectonic earthquakes Sunday but ruled out damages or aftershocks from the tremors.


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    Villar fears insults from peers, says Ocampo

    Uploaded 2010-02-01 09:01:54
    MANILA, Philippines—Sen. Manuel Villar Jr. has refused to face his colleagues in the Senate to explain his side on the C-5 road project controversy for fear of being disrespected on the floor, according to Bayan Muna party-list Rep. Satur Ocampo.


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    Survivors of Haiti earthquake rebuilding on their own

    Uploaded 2010-01-29 09:34:22
    Port-au-Prince, Haiti (CNN) -- In patches across the Haitian capital, many earthquake survivors are not waiting for an international clearing and rebuilding effort to begin. They are pulling out shovels, wood and cement to slowly repair and rebuild themselves.


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    Quake hits Philippines region

    Uploaded 2010-01-28 09:25:54
    A 6.1-MAGNITUDE quake hit the Philippines region early today US scientists said, but no tsunami warning was immediately issued.


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    Cebu Inmates dance with MJ's choreographer

    Uploaded 2010-01-26 11:27:23
    King of Pop's longtime choreographer Travis Payne grooves with the Cebu dancing inmates.


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    Water shortage seen until June

    Uploaded 2010-01-26 07:21:35
    Water services groups have advised Metro Manila residents to conserve water as the country undergoes a dry spell that is projected to last until June.


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    RP mango certified as world's biggest

    Uploaded 2010-01-26 07:19:09
    The Guinness Book of World Records has certified a 3.5-kilo mango from southern Philippines to be the world's biggest.


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    'Hope for Haiti Now' telethon sets new record at $58 million and counting

    Uploaded 2010-01-25 09:24:35
    The star-studded Hope for Haiti Now telethon this past Friday brought in millions of viewers and dollars for crucial Haiti relief efforts. In fact, the initiative, which is still accepting donation via the web, text, phone, or mail, has raised $58 million to date.


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    Ma throws self, 2 daughters into Pasig River

    Uploaded 2010-01-22 11:42:17
    Homicide investigators have filed a parricide charge before the city prosecutor’s office against the 40-year-old scavenger, who allegedly threw herself and her two young daughters into the Pasig River in Manila.


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    Aftershock rattles Haiti, but aid flow ramps up

    Uploaded 2010-01-21 09:13:04
    PORT-AU-PRINCE (Reuters) - A new earthquake shook the devastated Haitian capital Port-au-Prince early on Wednesday, rattling already wrecked buildings and triggering panic among survivors of last week's devastating quake.


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    What Krista would say if she met Jinkee; she says she’s still friends with Manny Pacquiao

    Uploaded 2010-01-21 09:09:35
    “‘Hi!’ ’Yun ang sasabihin mo ’pag nakakita ka ng tao ’di ba?” Krista Ranillo, alleged mistress of boxing champ Manny Pacquiao, said when asked what she would say to Manny’s wife Jinkee if they bumped into each other.


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    Gory video: Lawyers throw up, walk out

    Uploaded 2010-01-21 09:07:33
    MANILA, Philippines—The private lawyer representing the kin of 14 of the 30 journalists killed on Nov. 23 in Maguindanao was so appalled Wednesday by footage of bodies being unearthed at the massacre site that he rushed to the ladies’ rest room to throw up.


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    Ivler's mom posts bail, immediately visits son at hospital

    Uploaded 2010-01-20 10:08:11
    MANILA, Philippines - Marlene Aguilar Pollard, mother of road-rage killing suspect Jason Ivler has been released from detention by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday evening after she posted bail on the obstruction of justice charge filed against her.


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    Maguindanao massacre witness's cousin shot dead

    Uploaded 2010-01-20 09:59:59
    MANILA, Philippines - A cousin of a Maguindanao massacre witness has been shot dead inside his home in Ampatuan town, Maguindanao province, radio dzMM reported Wednesday.


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    Johnson & Johnson Issues Massive Recall of Tylenol

    Uploaded 2010-01-17 10:32:47
    Johnson & Johnson issued a massive recall Friday of over-the-counter drugs including Tylenol, Motrin and St. Joseph's aspirin because of a moldy smell that has made people sick.


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    Fleet of cars showcases wealth of Ampatuan clan

    Uploaded 2010-01-17 10:31:17
    SHARIFF AGUAK, Maguindanao, Philippines--MINUS THE PALATIAL HOMES, ANDAL Ampatuan Sr.’s fleet of cars far exceeds the declared value of his total wealth.


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    Philippines to send more rescuers to Haiti

    Uploaded 2010-01-16 10:18:30
    MANILA, Philippines (Xinhua) — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is ready to dispatch another batch of peacekeepers to Haiti to join the rescue operations in quake-devastated Haiti.


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    Tens of thousands feared dead after Haiti quake

    Uploaded 2010-01-14 09:17:02
    PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) -- Dazed survivors wandered past dead bodies in rubble-strewn streets Wednesday, crying for loved ones, and rescuers searched collapsed buildings as officials feared the death toll from Haiti's devastating earthquake could reach into the tens of thousands.


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    Komen foundation benefits from Facebook bra messages

    Uploaded 2010-01-12 09:21:14
    Bras sure do come in lots of colors. This information is courtesy of Facebook, whose members in recent days have latched on to a viral status-updating campaign. Its origins are unclear — some suspect it started overseas — but the intent is simple: Update your Facebook status each day with the hue of your bra to raise awareness for breast cancer.


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    Proposed 10-year expiry on marriage causes stir

    Uploaded 2010-01-12 09:20:06
    MANILA, Philippines - The proposal of a women’s party-list group for a 10-year expiry on marriage has caused quite a stir, with various groups indicating their approval or disapproval of the proposal via the Internet and other media.


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    Philippine holidays and long-weekend schedule for 2010

    Uploaded 2010-01-07 09:49:11
    Here is the schedule of Philippine holidays and long-weekends for 2010 based on RA 9492 and Proclamation 1841.


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    (UPDATE) Comelec office in Maguindanao burglarized

    Uploaded 2010-01-07 09:45:42
    MANILA, Philippines - Police said Wednesday that unidentified men burglarized the Commission on Elections (Comelec) office at the highly-guarded Maguindanao provincial capitol in Shariff Aguak town.


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    New year, new healthy you

    Uploaded 2010-01-05 07:03:21
    Check out this list of specific, totally doable mini-changes to make 2010 your healthiest year yet.


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    How to achieve fitness goals in 2010

    Uploaded 2010-01-05 06:59:16
    THE FOLLOWING ARE WELLNESS lessons experienced last year by clients and friends who are motivated to continue their journey this year.


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    Positive prospects for the economy in 2010

    Uploaded 2010-01-04 04:20:53
    The administration has expressed confidence that the country’s economy will be stronger in 2010 due to the economic reforms undertaken and the expanding global economic recovery.


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    More firecracker injuries reported

    Uploaded 2010-01-04 04:17:44
    MANILA, Philippines - More people have been injured by stray bullets and firecrackers two days after New Year’s Day, according to the Department of Health (DOH).


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    It’s back to school for children in Albay

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    ALL 29 public schools converted into temporary shelters for residents fleeing a feared explosive eruption of Mayon Volcano are expected to reopen for classes today, Albay Gov. Joey Salceda said yesterday.


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    ‘Hazardous eruption … can happen today or …’

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    LEGAZPI CITY—They may have already moved out of harm’s way, but they still keep going back to their homes in Mayon Volcano’s danger zones despite government warnings of a major eruption any day now.


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    Survey: Uncle and Aunts Give Worst Christmas Gifts

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    According to a survey carried out by veterinary charity PDSA, 23 percent of those questioned said that the worst Christmas present they have ever received has been from uncles or aunts.


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    Celebrating Christmas in US, RP-style

    Uploaded 2009-12-23 08:38:47
    In Norfolk, Virginia Beach, USA, one man has been able to create a place that any Filipino can always run home to—not just during the holiday season, but all year round.


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    World’s Smallest Baby Almost Ready To Go Home

    Uploaded 2009-12-19 09:07:35
    Oliviyanna Harbin-Page has amazed many since her arrival on August 5th and now this tiny fighter is almost ready to go home.


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    UPDATE: Female Weightlifter Unaware of Pregnancy Gives Birth To 28 Week Baby

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    UPDATE(12/18/09): The AP is reporting that this tiny baby passed away in the intensive care unit of a Brazil hospital.


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    Doctors Confused By Brazilian Toddler With 50 Sewing Needles Inside His Body

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    A 2-year-old Brazilian boy is being treated by doctors after he was found to have as many as 50 metal sewing needles inside his body. A doctor treating the toddler said they were apparently stuck there one by one.


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    RECALL: Timberland Children’s Boots Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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    The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with The Timberland Company, has announced the voluntary of about 21,000 Classic Scuffproof Boots because the logo stamped onto the childrens boots insoles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.


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    Simbang Gabi is for worship, not courtship - bishop

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    Young Catholics attending the traditional "Simbang Gabi" (dawn mass) for reasons other than religion received a scolding from the Catholic Church.


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    Eyes of the world are on you, UN chief tells climate summit

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    UN chief Ban Ki-moon said world leaders faced a "defining moment in history" as they balanced their nation's interests with a global clamour to halt the juggernaut of climate change.


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    Mayon’s short blasts could increase alert level

    Uploaded 2009-12-15 10:52:10
    LEGAZPI CITY— Mayon exploded again at around 7:04 a.m. on Monday, sending grayish ash clouds that crept downslopes after Friday night’s minor ash explosion, which prompted scientists to closely watch the short intervals between explosions.


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    Meteor shower lights up skies Monday night

    Uploaded 2009-12-14 09:42:09
    A galactic kind of fireworks-the Geminids meteor shower - will light up the sky Monday night, the state-run Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said Sunday.


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    ARMM wars: Children are top casualties

    Uploaded 2009-12-11 08:52:24
    Children born in conflict-affected ARMM face the greatest risk of death and disease than elsewhere in the Philippines, says a report by the San Francisco-based Thomson Reuters Foundation issued August 2009.


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    Filipino who saved lives during storm among TIME's Top 10 heroes

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    A Filipino who sacrificed his life during the onslaught of tropical storm Ondoy (Ketsana) in September was named among TIME Magazine’s Top 10 heroes this year.


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    Sponsors give Woods cold shoulder over sex row

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    NEW YORK – Tiger Woods, one of the hottest marketing symbols on the planet, is getting the cold shoulder on television where ads featuring the golfing star have disappeared since news broke of his philandering.


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    He ain't out of the Woods Yet

    Uploaded 2009-12-09 06:17:03
    TIGER Woods' mum-in-law is rushed to hospital yesterday - as it was revealed the golf legend's car crash had been linked to a possible drug overdose.


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    What do Noynoy and Hayden Kho Jr. have in common?

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    Senator Benigno “Noynoy" Aquino III, controversial doctor Hayden Kho Jr., boxing champ Manny Pacquiao, and social networking site Facebook are just among Google’s most-searched items in the Philippines this year.


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    UN: 2000-2009 likely warmest decade on record

    Uploaded 2009-12-09 08:45:24
    This decade is on track to become the warmest since records began in 1850, and 2009 could rank among the top-five warmest years, the U.N. weather agency reported Tuesday on the second day of a pivotal 192-nation climate conference.


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    Real-life hero tells presidential bets: Serve with humility

    Uploaded 2009-12-07 09:01:52
    Real-life hero Efren Peñaflorida has this message to would-be heroes running for office: Public service is a public trust; it should be held sacred.


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    Year In Review 2009

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    It's out! The top Yahoo searches of 2009. #1 - Manny Pacquiao #2 - Cory Aquino Find out the rest.


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    Panel: Lady Gaga Unhealthy For Teens

    Uploaded 2009-12-03 09:14:39
    An initiative to encourage healthy teen relationships says songs by Jamie Foxx and Lady Gaga are the musical equivalent of junk food. A teen panel working with the Boston Public Health Commission has determined that their songs are among the top 10 with "unhealthy relationship ingredients."


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    Educational aid for kids of media workers in massacre

    Uploaded 2009-12-03 07:00:15
    MANILA, Philippines — Mabuting Pilipino is offering educational assistance to poor and deserving students who are children of media workers killed in Ampatuan, Maguindanao.


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    More Pinoys going abroad to find partner

    Uploaded 2009-12-02 11:54:22
    More and more Filipinos are leaving the country not just to seek overseas employment, but also to find a partner in life.


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    Michael Jackson, Facebook and YouTube top Google search list

    Uploaded 2009-12-02 11:51:06
    Social networking and video sharing websites are as popular as ever, a new internet survey shows.


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    15-yr-old So ousts Super GM rival in World Chess Cup

    Uploaded 2009-11-27 09:23:29
    Young Filipino Grandmaster Wesley So (2640) ousted Super GM Vassily Ivanchuk (2739) of Ukraine, 1.5-0.5, on Wednesday, by holding him to a draw in their second match in the ongoing World Chess Cup at the Khanty-Mansiysk Festival of Arts in Russia.


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    Helicopter Parents: The Growing Backlash Against Overparenting

    Uploaded 2009-11-27 09:20:27
    The insanity crept up on us slowly; we just wanted what was best for our kids. We bought macrobiotic cupcakes and hypoallergenic socks, hired tutors to correct a 5-year-old's "pencil-holding deficiency," hooked up broadband connections in the treehouse but took down the swing set after the second skinned knee. Read on and see if you're a helicopter parent.


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    Adam Lambert - Parents Group Insists Lambert Cancellation Is An Overreaction

    Uploaded 2009-11-26 09:59:50
    Dan Isett, spokesman for standards organization Parents Television Council, insists the TV executives have been too harsh on the talent show star.


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    Group: Philippines most dangerous country for journalists

    Uploaded 2009-11-26 09:52:43
    The killing of at least 18 reporters in a massacre that claimed the lives of almost 60 people this week means the Philippines is now even more hazardous than Iraq for journalists, said Bob Dietz, CPJ Asia Program coordinator.


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    UN chief condemns ‘brutal’ Maguindanao massacre

    Uploaded 2009-11-25 09:32:35
    United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon on Tuesday deplored the recent violence in southern Philippines, in which more than 40 civilians have been killed.


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    1 out of 4 Pinoy Adults Fat

    Uploaded 2009-11-25 09:20:08
    The number of overweight Filipinos are increasing, according to a nationwide survey by the Food and Nutrition Research Foundation (FNRI).


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    Infant Entrapment and Suffocation Prompts Stork Craft to Recall More Than 2.1 Million Drop-Side Cribs

    Uploaded 2009-11-24 12:59:38
    The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Stork Craft Manufacturing Inc., of British Columbia, Canada, today announced the voluntary recall of more than 2.1 million Stork Craft drop-side cribs, including about 147,000 Stork Craft drop-side cribs with the Fisher-Price logo.


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    Thousands of strange creatures found deep in ocean

    Uploaded 2009-11-23 07:55:10
    The creatures living in the depths of the ocean are as weird and outlandish as the creations in a Dr. Seuss book: tentacled transparent sea cucumbers, primitive "dumbos" that flap ear-like fins, and tubeworms that feed on oil deposits.


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    RP’s Efren Peñaflorida is 2009 CNN Hero of the Year

    Uploaded 2009-11-23 07:49:28
    Embodying the spirit of Filipino volunteerism that bloomed in this stormy year, Efren Peñaflorida Jr. was named CNN Hero of the Year, the international news network announced on Sunday (Manila time). The Cavite City native pioneered a brand of mobile education, or the "pushcart classroom," for urban poor youth.


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    Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray - Recall

    Uploaded 2009-11-18 09:40:01
    Procter & Gamble and FDA notified consumers of a voluntary recall of three lots of Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray in the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom. The bacteria B. cepacia was found in a small amount of product made at its plant in Gross Gerau, Germany.


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    1M Maclaren Strollers recalled after kids lose fingers

    Uploaded 2009-11-10 11:32:36
    About a million Maclaren prams sold in the US have been recalled after 12 reports of children having their fingertips amputated by a hinge mechanism. The recall includes all nine models of single and double umbrella Maclaren strollers.


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    World’s Smallest Mother Set To Welcome Third Baby

    Uploaded 2009-11-10 10:59:49
    Measuring just 2ft 4ins, Mrs. Herald has already defied doctors orders and gone on to deliver to have two healthy baby girls.