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Sam Concepcion at SM Megamall

The "Sam Concepcion" album mall tour from Universal Records will be at SM Megamall on Dec. 2, 5 p.m.

The teen heartthrob will be singing and dancing to his fans’ delight, performing selections from his self–titled album like "Even If" and "Happy." He has also some surprise numbers for everybody, and give–aways during the show.

Autograph signing session follows after the free show.

http://www.mb.com.ph/ENTR20071130110171.html

First movie ni Sam Concepcion ang Shake, Rattle & Roll 9. Nagpapasalamat siya sa Regal Entertainment na nabigyan siya ng pagkakataong lumabas sa movie.

Busy si Sam sa Y Speak ng Studio 23 at gaya noon ni Rico Yan ay nahirang din siyang DECS youth representative. Bumibisita siya sa iba’t ibang paaralan sa Pilipinas upang lalo pairalin sa mga bata ang kahalagahan ng pag-aaral o edukasyon.

http://www.abante-tonite.com/issue/dec0407/main.htm

Sam Concepcion, youth role model, visits 50 schools; stars in ‘SRR9’


Crispina Martinez-Belen

Sam Concepcion, popular youth role model, and who stars in Regal Entertainment’s 2007 Metro Manila Film Festival entry "Shake, Rattle & Roll 9," is currently on a campus tour.

The young singing heartthrob was cited recently as the Department of Education’s (DepEd) newest spokesperson, and so has embarked on a nationwide campus tour dubbed "SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela with SAM Concepcion." Sam is set to visit 50 schools to promote DepEd’s current programs that aim to instill in the youth love of self, family and country; moral and spiritual regeneration; and empowerment through education.

Sam’s campus tour kicked off at Santolan High School and Ramon Magsaysay Cubao campus on Dec. 5; Roxas High School and Makati High School on Dec, 7; and he will be at Caloocan High School and Malabon National High School today, Dec. 10. The rest of his visits will resume in January 2008.

Sam will perform songs from his self-titled debut album, which includes hits "Even If" and "Happy," in his school tour.

Having joined many government campaigns like "Go Negosyo," and "Anti-Smoking Campaign of the World Health Organization," Dep Ed National Director Joey Pelaez is amazed at Sam’s drawing power among the youth. "It’s like Rico Yan fever all over again. Everywhere we go from Cagayan de Oro to Cebu, Davao and Pampanga, Sam has never failed to draw massive crowds. The response to this young man has been overwhelming. In fact, assurance of tight security is top priority everywhere he goes, says Joey. "Sam is an effective spokesperson having led countless oath takings encouraging the youth to be morally upright, say no to drugs, and commit to stay in school. We are proud to have him do this for the government," Joey adds.

Apart from his duties with Dep Ed, Sam does hosting chores in Studio 23’s award-winning youth program "YSpeak."

"SAMa, SAMa sa Eskwela with SAM Concepcion" is supported by PLDT, SMART Foundation and STAGES, in cooperation with Rep. Roman T. Romulo, Universal Records, Bench, Karate Kid, Elijah Dental, Skechers, Trumpets, Kiseki, and Monami Writing Instruments.

Sam is a STAGES-managed artist, together with Christian Bautista, Reymond Sajor, Aria Clemente.

In "Shake, Rattle and Roll 9," Sam joins Katrina Halili, Matt Evans, Melissa Ricks, Mart Escudero, Jewel Mische, and Felix Roco in the episode entitled "Engkanto," directed by Topel Lee.

The only horror film entry to this year’s MMFF, "SRR 9" has two other episodes: "Bangungot," starring Dennis Trillo, Pauleen Luna and Roxanne Guinoo and directed by Mike Tuviera; and "Christmas Tree," starring John Prats, Lovi Poe, Gina Alajar, Nash Aguas, John Lapus, Sophia Baars, Boots Anson-Roa and Tonton Gutierrez under the direction of Paul Daza.

http://www.mb.com.ph/ENTR20071210111142.html

Sam Concepcion evokes Rico Yan

December 10, 2007 04:37 PM Monday

Sam visits schools

YOUNG   singing heartthrob Sam Concepcion, who is cited recently as the Department of Education’s  newest spokesperson, embarks on a nationwide campus tour dubbed “SAMa, SAMa sa Eskwela with SAM Concepcion.”
    
Sam’s campus tour kicked off at Santolan High School and Ramon Magsaysay Cubao campus on December 5; then at Roxas High School and Makati High School on December 7. He is set to visit Caloocan High School and Malabon National High School today, December 10.  The rest of his visits will resume in January 2008.
   
Sam will perform songs from his self-titled debut album, which includes hits “Even If” and “Happy,” in his school tour.
   
Having joined many government campaigns like “Go Negosyo,” and “Anti-Smoking Campaign of the World Health Organization,” DepEd National Director Joey Pelaez is amazed at Sam’s drawing power among the youth.  “It’s like Rico Yan fever all over again.  Everywhere we go from Cagayan de Oro to Cebu, Davao and Pampanga, Sam has never failed to draw massive crowds. 
   
The response to this young man has been overwhelming.  In fact, assurance of tight security is top priority everywhere he goes, says Joey.              “Sam is an effective spokesperson having led countless oath takings encouraging the youth to be morally upright, say no to drugs, and commit to stay in school.
   
We are proud to have him do this for the government,” Joey adds.
   
Apart from his duties with DepEd, Sam does hosting chores in Studio 23’s award-winning youth program “Y Speak.”  He also stars in Regal Entertainment’s “Shake, Rattle and Roll 9,” an official entry to 2007 Metro Manila Film Festival.
   
“SAMa, SAMa sa Eskwela with SAM Concepcion” is supported by PLDT SMART Foundation, and STAGES, in cooperation with Rep. Roman T.

Romulo, Universal Records, Bench, Karate Kid, Elijah Dental, Skechers, Trumpets, Kiseki, and Monami Writing Instruments.
   
Sam is a STAGES-managed artist, together with Christian Bautista, Reymond Sajor, and Aria Clemente.  For inquiries, call 818-1111 loc. 225. 

People's Journal

http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2007-12-10&sec=3&aid=41892

Stages talents boast of loaded shows

STAGES talents look forward to an exciting 2008

Saturday, January 19, 2008

STAGES-managed talents Christian Bautista, Sam Concepcion, Aria Clemente and Cheska Ortega are looking forward to a hectic 2008 with new recordings, live concerts in the Philippines and abroad, stage musicals and television shows.

Christian Bautista, Consumers Choice Awards' 2007 Top Star Entertainer, ushers into the New Year with a major Valentine concert with fellow singing champions Erik Santos, Sarah Geronimo and Rachelle Ann Go at the Araneta Coliseum on Feb. 13.  Produced by ASAP Live and Viva Records, the concert billed as "Ol 4 Luv" is set to tour the United States and Canada.

Christian is currently selecting materials for his fourth album under Warner Music Philippines.  Christian's live album, "Christian Bautista Live!  Just A Love Song," is closely approaching the Double Platinum mark especially after the release of the repackaged Christmas edition of the album containing his remake of Gary Valenciano-original "Pasko Na Sinta Ko."

"The Christian Bautista Show," a musical talk show set to go on air on Makisig Network, will showcase the hosting abilities of the balladeer and multi-brand endorser.

Christian will also return to his musical theater roots when STAGES' major production of Broadway's beloved musical "West Side Story" raises its curtain at Meralco Theater by the third quarter of 2008.

Sam Concepcion, who is last seen in Regal Films' "Shake, Rattle and Roll 9" at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), continues to wear his new hat as the Department of Education's (DepEd) youth spokesperson. His team will visit more schools in Metro Manila and the provinces including Siena College Quezon City on Jan. 18, Rizal High School and Pinagbuhatan High School on Jan. 21, San Joaquin High School and Eusebio High School on Jan. 23, Sagad High School and Manggahan High School on Jan. 25.

Sam's debut album has been doing really well not only in the Philippines but internationally.  His carrier single, "Even If," made it to No. 1 spot on MegaMixx 101.9 FM, KTKB, in Guam on the week of Jan. 4.  Sam is poised at shooting another music video for this third single from his self-titled debut album under Universal Records.

World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) Hollywood Hall of Fame titleholder, 12-year old Aria Clemente is working on her debut album tied up with Star Records.  Her music video, "Climb Every Mountain" from the Platinum awarded Kris Aquino album "Love and Inspiration," will soon premiere on Myx Music Channel.

Aria joins fellow WCOPA winners Raki Vega and Reymond Sajor and directors Carlo Orosa and Oliver Oliveros in touring the Philippines to audition talented Pinoys for 2008 WCOPA Team Philippines.

Aria, whose sweet singing voice was featured as the young Lea Salonga in the new Enfakid television commercial, will also star in afternoon soap operas on ABS CBN.

Sam and Aria will perform as special guests of Christian Bautista in a concert at Albay Astrodome in Legazpi City on Feb. 16. Christian will also hold concerts in Ormoc City on Feb. 15 and Dagupan City on Feb. 23.

Meanwhile, Cheska Ortega, one of the best finds in the local production of Disney's "High School Musical On Stage" will be co-managed by STAGES and Viva Artists Agency.  Eyed to be the next big star in 2008, Cheska is set to wax a studio album and do some acting chores on television and film.

Up and coming rock songwriter and singer, looker Greggy Santos also recently joined STAGES' growing stable of musical talents.

STAGES' talent group has been holding regular VTRs and auditions.  For booking inquiries or more information, you may call 818-1111 loc. 225, 0917-8011565, 0917-8822838 or email http://www.philstar.com/stages_pr@i-manila.com.ph.  STAGES' office is located at Unit 606 Greenbelt Mansion, Perea Street, Legazpi Village, Makati City.

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Entertainment&p=52&type=2&sec=126&aid=20080118156

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SAMSTERS: Join the Fun and Feel the Power in Making All Great Things Possible.

Ni Julie Christy Barredo
Tuesday, January 22, 2008

Talents sa Stages, hataw

Sunod-sunod na ang trabaho karong 2008 sa mga talents sa Stages nga gilangkuban nila ni Christian Bautista, Sam Concepcion, Aria Clemente, ug Cheska Ortega.

Napilian si Christian isip Consumers Choice Awards' 2007 Top Star Entertainer, aduna siya'y usa ka major Valentine show kauban sila si Erik Santos, Sarah Geronimo ug Rachelle Ann Go sa Araneta Coliseum karong Pebrero 13 titled OL 4 LUV. Ang ASAP Live ug Viva Records ang producers niini. Aduna pud sila'y tour sa US ug Canada.

Aduna pu'y kaugalingon nga musical talk show si Christian titled The Christian Bautista Show alang sa Makisig Network. Mogawas pud siya sa musical nga West Side Story nga pagabuhaton sa Meralco Theater karong 2008.

Pagkahuman og gawas sa Shake, Rattle & Roll 9, padayon gihapon ang pagka-spokesperson ni Sam Concepcion alang sa Department of Education. Mobisita gani sila sa nagkalain-laing tunghaan.

Gihuman ni Aria Clemente ang iyang debut album ubos sa Star Records human siya gipasidunggan nga mananaog sa World Championship of Performing Arts sa Hollywood. Makauban niya ang uban pud nga mananaog sa WCOPA nga sila si Raki Vega ug Reymond Sajor sa pag-tour sa Pilipinas alang sa auditions para 2008 WCOPA Team Philippines. Bag-ong nadiskubrehan sa STAGES si Cheska Ortega nga migawas sa High School Musical On Stage niadtong niaging tuig. Aduna siya'y buhaton nga album ug laing TV guestings ug pelikula.

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Showbiz&p=51&type=2&sec=144&aid=20080121146

January 24, 2008 06:20 PM Thursday

By: Aster Amoyo

If I Know

STAGES STARS’ HECTIC SKED

STAGES-managed talents Christian Bautista, Sam Concepcion, Aria Clemente and Cheska Ortega are looking forward to a hectic 2008 with new recordings, live concerts in the Philippines and abroad, stage musicals and television shows.
   
Christian Bautista, Consumers Choice Awards’ 2007 Top Star Entertainer, will have  a major Valentine concert with fellow singing champions Erik Santos, Sarah Geronimo and Rachelle Ann Go at the Araneta Coliseum on Feb. 13.  The concert billed as “Ol 4 Luv,” is produced by ASAP Live and Viva Records. It is also set to tour the United States and Canada.
   
Christian is currently selecting materials for his fourth album under Warner Music Philippines. Christian’s live album, “Christian Bautista Live!  Just A Love Song,” is closely approaching the Double Platinum mark especially after the release of the repackaged Christmas edition of the album containing his remake of Gary Valenciano-original “Pasko Na Sinta Ko.”
   
”The Christian Bautista Show,” a musical talk show set to go on air on Makisig Network, will showcase the hosting abilities of the balladeer and multi-brand endorser.
   
Christian will also return to his musical theater roots when STAGES’ major production of Broadway’s beloved musical “West Side Story” raises its curtain at Meralco Theater by the third quarter of 2008.
   
Sam Concepcion, who is last seen in Regal Films’ “Shake, Rattle and Roll 9” at the Metro Manila Film Festival ,  continues to wear his new hat as the Department of Education’s  youth spokesperson.
   
Sam’s debut album has been doing really well not only in the Philippines but internationally.  His carrier single, “Even If,” made it to No. 1 spot on MegaMixx 101.9 FM, KTKB, in Guam in the first week of January.  Sam is poised at shoot another music video for this third single from his self-titled debut album under Universal Records.
   
World Championships of Performing Arts Hollywood Hall of Fame titleholder, 12-year-old Aria Clemente is working on her debut album tied up with Star Records.  Her music video, “Climb Every Mountain” from the platinum- awarded Kris Aquino album “Love and Inspiration,” will soon premiere on Myx Music Channel.
   
Aria joins fellow WCOPA winners Raki Vega and Reymond Sajor and directors Carlo Orosa and Oliver Oliveros in touring the Philippines to audition talented Pinoys for 2008 WCOPA Team Philippines.
   
Aria, whose sweet singing voice was featured as the young Lea Salonga in the new Enfakid television commercial, will also star in afternoon soap operas on ABS CBN.
   
Sam and Aria will perform as special guests of Christian Bautista in a concert at Albay Astrodome in Legazpi City on Feb. 16. Christian will also hold concerts in Ormoc City on Feb. 15 and Dagupan City on Feb. 23.
   
Meanwhile, Cheska Ortega, one of the best finds in the local production of Disney’s “High School Musical On Stage,” will be co-managed by Stages and Viva Artists Agency.  Eyed to be the next big star in 2008, Cheska is set to wax a studio album and do some acting chores on television and film.
   
Up and coming rock songwriter and singer, looker Greggy Santos also recently joined Stages’ growing stable of musical talents.
   
Stages’ talent group has been holding regular VTRs and auditions.  For booking inquiries or more information,  call 818-1111 loc. 225, 0917-8011565, 0917-8822838 or email stages_ pr@i-manila.com. ph .  Stages’ office is located at Unit 606 Greenbelt Mansion, Perea St., Legazpi Village, Makati City.

People's Journal

http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2008-01-24&sec=3&aid=46995

STAGES Talents Soar In 2008
By STAGES
January 21, 2008

STAGES-managed talents Christian Bautista, Sam Concepcion, Aria Clemente and Cheska Ortega are looking forward to a hectic 2008 with new recordings, live concerts in the Philippines and abroad, stage musicals and television shows.

Christian Bautista, Consumers Choice Awards' 2007 Top Star Entertainer, ushers into the New Year with a major Valentine concert with fellow singing champions Erik Santos, Sarah Geronimo and Rachelle Ann Go at the Araneta Coliseum on Feb. 13. Produced by ASAP Live and Viva Records, the concert billed as "Ol 4 Luv" is set to tour the United States and Canada.

Christian is currently selecting materials for his fourth album under Warner Music Philippines. Christian's live album, "Christian Bautista Live! Just A Love Song," is closely approaching the Double Platinum mark especially after the release of the repackaged Christmas edition of the album containing his remake of Gary Valenciano-original "Pasko Na Sinta Ko."

"The Christian Bautista Show," a musical talk show set to go on air on Makisig Network, will showcase the hosting abilities of the balladeer and multi-brand endorser.

Christian will also return to his musical theater roots when STAGES' major production of Broadway's beloved musical "West Side Story" raises its curtain at Meralco Theater by the third quarter of 2008.

Sam Concepcion, who is last seen in Regal Films' "Shake, Rattle and Roll 9" at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), continues to wear his new hat as the Department of Education's (DepEd) youth spokesperson. His team will visit more schools in Metro Manila and the provinces including Siena College Quezon City on Jan. 18, Rizal High School and Pinagbuhatan High School on Jan. 21, San Joaquin High School and Eusebio High School on Jan. 23, Sagad High School and Manggahan High School on Jan. 25.

Sam's debut album has been doing really well not only in the Philippines but internationally. His carrier single, "Even If," made it to No. 1 spot on MegaMixx 101.9 FM, KTKB, in Guam on the week of Jan. 4. Sam is poised at shooting another music video for this third single from his self-titled debut album under Universal Records.

World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) Hollywood Hall of Fame titleholder, 12-year old Aria Clemente is working on her debut album tied up with Star Records. Her music video, "Climb Every Mountain" from the Platinum awarded Kris Aquino album "Love and Inspiration," will soon premiere on Myx Music Channel.

Aria joins fellow WCOPA winners Raki Vega and Reymond Sajor and directors Carlo Orosa and Oliver Oliveros in touring the Philippines to audition talented Pinoys for 2008 WCOPA Team Philippines.

Aria, whose sweet singing voice was featured as the young Lea Salonga in the new Enfakid television commercial, will also star in afternoon soap operas on ABS CBN.

Sam and Aria will perform as special guests of Christian Bautista in a concert at Albay Astrodome in Legazpi City on Feb. 16. Christian will also hold concerts in Ormoc City on Feb. 15 and Dagupan City on Feb. 23.

Meanwhile, Cheska Ortega, one of the best finds in the local production of Disney's "High School Musical On Stage" will be co-managed by STAGES and Viva Artists Agency. Eyed to be the next big star in 2008, Cheska is set to wax a studio album and do some acting chores on television and film.

Up and coming rock songwriter and singer, looker Greggy Santos also recently joined STAGES' growing stable of musical talents.

STAGES' talent group has been holding regular VTRs and auditions. For booking inquiries or more information, you may call 818-1111 loc. 225, 0917-8011565, 0917-8822838 or email stages_pr@i-manila.com.ph. STAGES’ office is located at Unit 606 Greenbelt Mansion, Perea Street, Legazpi Village, Makati City.

http://www.titikpilipino.com/news/?aid=979

Teen heartthrob, multi-faceted talent

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Sam Concepcion's multi-faceted talent comfortably makes him much more than a mere teen heartthrob. He'll be turning 16 years old this October and yet he has already achieved so much as a singer, dancer, host and an actor. In fact, his formidable resumé will make even veteran artists green with envy.

As he begins another interesting phase of his showbiz career, debuting as a solo recording artist with his eponymous album from Universal Records; Sam Concepcion is solidly backed by works that only artists with genuine talents would be able to achieve.

As a stage actor, Sam's credits include "Sino Ka Ba, Jose Ricali" (2002) as the young National Hero,  "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (2002), "Song of Mulan" as the Little Lion and narrator (2003) and the most recent, "High School Musical" for which he has been receiving critical acclaim.

Sam Concepcion is also a champion (Brightest Star) in the first season of ABS-CBN's "Little Big Star" hosted by Sarah Geronimo. In  a World Travel Fair staged in Korea, Sam bagged the Best Folklore Performance Award along with the Playshop Kids (2006).

In last year's Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards, Sam is the Pinoy Wannabe winner.  He is also Candy magazine's No. 1 Celeb Cutie for 2006.

Sam played the lead character in "Miko" which received the Best Film trophy in the Bogen Imaging Film and Video Shorts Festival in New York last June 2006.

Known as the Singing Crush ng Bayan on "Little Big Star," Sam was also voted My Favorite Star for garnering the most number of text votes.

Among today's crop of young stars, Sam's fans (collectively known as Samsters) are said to have numbered more than a hundred thousand already. His admirers come from all over the country, making him win in all popularity tilts that he joins.

Now Sam Concepcion's ever-growing following is rejoicing the release of his self-titled album from Universal Records.  The CD, with free full-color postcards and a poster inside the package, has been enjoying brisk sales even before it has been promoted.

With "Even If" as carrier single, the "Sam Concepcion" album contains 11 carefully selected songs which the artist performs with youthful effervescence and the sincerest sentiments.

His rendition of  Michael Jackson's "Happy" would easily be everybody's favorite.  There's also the upbeat and updated "Da Doo Ron Ron" which could be a dance party staple.

Sam further conveys the pain of growing up in songs like "Hanggang Tingin" and "Stay The Same."

If you suspect that romantic ditties would not be proper for the wholesome Sam, listen to "Walang Hanggan," "Kay Dali," "Paano Na," and "Wishing You'll Be Mine."

Is he old to be a child and too young to be a man?  Find the answers in the "Sam Concepcion" album.

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Entertainment&p=52&type=2&sec=126&aid=20080204183

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but that's one weird article.. recycled.. nabasa ko na toh last year... iniba lang yung ibang parts to convey a present time pero yun pa rin.. ampness.. haha..
 

SaM CoNcEpCi0n R0cKs! -- http://samconcepcion.net


SAMSTERS: Join the Fun and Feel the Power in Making All Great Things Possible.

Sam Concepcion Challenges Over 100,000 Students To Excel In School
By STAGES
February 11, 2008

February 15, 2008 04:27 PM Friday

Sam challenges over 100,000 students

FOR the past three months, multimedia tween star and Department of Education (DepEd) spokesperson for the youth Sam Concepcion has been inspiring young Filipino high school students in his “SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela” nationwide school tour.
    
Sam, who was named DepEd’s ambassador for the youth last year, has visited a total of around 30 schools, and over 100,000 students so far. The tour aims to visit 50 private and public schools by March, and has been to various points in the country like Pampanga, Laguna, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro City, and Davao City.
   
“I am really enjoying it,” admits Sam. “I feel so privileged that I get this rare chance to remind, and inspire my fellow youth to not neglect their studies, and their dreams.”
   
In “SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela,” Sam holds a mini-concert *** dialogue with the students that lasts for about an hour. The program highlights the importance of literacy, English proficiency, finding one’s talent, and excelling in school.
   
In the mini-concert, Sam dishes out some of the memorable cuts from his self-titled album from Universal Records like “Even If,” which is currently topping the charts for over three weeks now in Megamixx 101.9 FM, a radio station in Guam, and his latest single “Happy.”
   
He also performs songs from “High School Musical On Stage,” which Sam performed in the hit musical, like “Breaking Free” and “We’re All In This Together.”  Interestingly, Sam sings these popular duets with a female student singer from every school he pays a visit.
   
Before the end of the program, Sam leads the whole studentry into reciting the “Pledge of Commitment” that states that the participants will do their best to respond to the challenges posed by the school tour.
   
Sam’s next stops will be at Concepcion Integrated School and Marikina High School on Feb. 18; Tanong High School and Sta. Elena High School on Feb. 20; Parang High School and Marikina High School on Feb. 22; and Concepcion High School and Marikina Heights National High School on Feb. 27.
   
Sam is currently attending the home school program of Alpha-Omega International Academy.  He is in grade 9.
   
Aside from the school tour and the promotion of his album, Sam has his hands full with MTV Music Revolution, a 30-minute weekly TV program that allows viewers to be updated with the current music trends in Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.
   
“SAMa, SAMa sa Eskwela” has been supported by PLDT -SMART Foundation, and STAGES, in cooperation with Rep. Roman T. Romulo, Universal Records, Bench, Karate Kid, Elijah Dental, Skechers, Trumpets, Kiseki, and Monami Writing Instruments.
   
Sam is a STAGES/Star Magic-managed artist.  STAGES also manages Christian Bautista, Aria Clemente, Cheska Ortega, and Raki Vega.  For further inquiries, call 818-1111 loc. 225 or visit www.samconce pcion.net.

People's Journal

http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2008-02-15&sec=3&aid=49449