Recent content by flipperr

I've noticed that all Filipino women seem to do is sit around and watch dramas all day. In some ways its probably better than drinking all day like the men do. However, what is the attraction with watching a drama. None of them (both Philippine and Korean) are realistic and really isn't too...

Just curious to know how you and your family were affected by this crisis. I know it was pretty bad in Singapore and Indonesia but I'm not sure about how bad it was for the Philippines. Apparently at that time the exchange rate was 26 Pesos to 1 Dollar. Shortly afterwards the exchange rate...

Many top economists feel that the global economy is expected to rise while the living standards in the United States will decrease at the same time. Countries such as China, Brazil and India have boasted about their economic growth and how their middle class is growing. With America...

OK...There are cities out there that have die hard sports fans. However, some cities have gone years if not decades without winning a championship in ANY sport. Which city is the most "DESPERATE" to win a championship (in any sport)? *Cleveland *Seattle *San Diego *Other Chicago White Sox...

class in America? I'm wondering if any of the rich people in the Philippines would give up their lifestyle in the Philippines to live in America. Would these people give up their maids, their luxuries, and their status to be middle-class in America?

My gradma told me that baseball was actually popular back in World War II when the Americans were in the Philippines. But it doesn't seem to be the case these days and I don't think it will ever catch on. Filipinos LOVE basketball and like to compete internationally (especially in Asia)...

Philippines affected? Does anyone remember the "Asian Financial Crisis" back in 1997? How was the Philippines affected?

This is not a result of a strong Peso as opposed to lower interest rates from the US Federal Reserve. This was caused by cheap money during the housing boom. It is possible that the dollar may lose more of its value in the future. However, I would think twice about converting money into...

This is not a result of a strong Peso as opposed to lower interest rates from the US Federal Reserve. This was caused by cheap money during the housing boom. It is possible that the dollar may lose more of its value in the future. However, I would think twice about converting money into...