The Facebook page of ANC 24/7 is asking for its reader's suggestion on how to solve Metro Manila's traffic problem. This got me thinking, "what is the best way to solve Metro Manila's traffic problem?" It's easy to make suggestions, what's hard is the implementation and the cost of implementation. So what is the the best way to solve Metro Manila's traffic problem and the most cost effective solution? Punitive Fines Add caption First of all, any implementation will definitely cost money, a lot of money. The cause of the traffic mess is the people themselves so it's only right that those causing the traffic problem should be fined and the fine should hurt. That way, the fines will pay for the cost of enforcing the law. The fines should start at P500 and goes up every week if you don't pay it within 15 days. To enforce this and prevent people from ignoring the fine. It will be tied to their driver's license or car registr...
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Prosecutors ready to tackle complaint vs Pineda over RP anthem row
Government prosecutors are ready to tackle a prospective complaint from the National Historical Institute against Journey lead singer Arnel Pineda over his rendition of the Philippine national anthem during the bout of boxing icon Emmanuel “Manny" Pacquiao against Joshua Clottey in Texas Sunday (Manila time).
In a radio interview Monday, Justice Secretary Alberto Agra said the prosecutors will take first crack at the complaint that the NHI threatened to file against Pineda for changing the tone and tempo of the anthem when he sang it.
"Lahat ng reklamo, lahat na complaint, kailangan dinggin ng DOJ. Kung sa unang yugto di pa ito umabot sa Office of the Secretary, ito ay didinggin muna ng prosecutors (The DOJ is duty-bound to tackle complaints lodged before it. But it will initially be brought at the level of the prosecutors before the Office of the Secretary)," Agra told dwIZ radio.
On the other hand, Agra admitted he could not pass judgment on whether Pineda violated the law, as he failed to watch the televised bout Sunday.
"Pagpapaumanhin ko di ko napanood ang pagkapanalo ni Pacquiao. Di ko alam ano ang naging rendition ng kanta (I am sorry I did not watch the bout so I did not see how the anthem was rendered)," he said.
Law is clear
Still, he said the law prohibits the rendition of the national anthem in a manner different from its original tempo and tone.
He noted this was what got singer Martin Nievera in trouble with the NHI.
"Maliwanag yan, matagal na po batas ito at di pa repealed. Sa ngayon, maliwanag ano ang tono at hymn ng national anthem (It is clear, the law specifies the tone and hymn of the national anthem)," Agra said.
Republic Act 8491, approved Feb. 12, 1998, prescribes the code of the national flag, anthem, motto, coat-of-arms and other heraldic items and devices of the Philippines Under Sec. 20, the playing or singing of the anthem should be "in its original Filipino lyrics and march tempo."
On the other hand, Sec. 50 said violators face a fine of P5,000 to P20,000, or imprisonment of up to one year, or both at the discretion of the court.
"For any second and additional offenses, both fine and imprisonment shall always be imposed: Provided, further, That in case the violation is committed by a juridical person, its President or Chief Executive Officer thereof shall be liable," the law added.
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You know, sometimes Philippine law can be very stupid. Sure, there is a code that says the Philippine anthem has to be sung in its original lyrics and march tempo. But how the heck do you regulate art? It's like saying every painting should be exactly like the Mona Lisa.
If they really want to keep it to its original tempo. They should ban everyone from singing it and just play a tape recording of it every time. That way, they can guarantee that it is sung the right way every time.
Heck, even Yesterday by The Beatles is sung differently every time.
They keep this up and no singer will ever want to sing the national anthem again, lest they make a little mistake and be fined P20,000 for it.
The depths of human stupidity.
For full article including video of how Arnel Pineda sang the National Anthem, visit GMA New TV.
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Just read this article on Inquirer.net about Globe complaining that the PLDT and Digitel merger would create a monopoly. PLDT chair Manuel V. Pangilinan on Tuesday hit out at Globe, accusing the Ayala group of monopolistic business practices. “PLDT is not allowed to install phone services inside malls and real estate developments (owned by the Ayala group), despite the clamor from their tenants,” Pangilinan said, noting that Globe was allowed to offer telecom services in these areas. The Ayala group, through its Ayala Land unit, is one of the country’s largest property developers. It operates shopping malls in Metro Manila, Cebu and Pampanga. It's funny how these big companies fight don't they? They talk about the danger of having a monopoly but all these talk are just of course to protect their business interest. In the end, the consumer ends up with the raw end of the deal. Talk about the pot calling the kettle black. Monopolies have existed in the Philippi...
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