What a sad news

Last February 4th, a stampede occurred during a live taping of a variety show "Wowowee". The stampede resulted in the deaths of 74 people and hundred others were injured. It was caused by a crush of people attempting to enter the venue to participate in the show's contest and to win cash prizes. The incident is one of the deadliest stampedes in out history, and authorities prompted an investigation into the safety measures at the event. The "Wowowee" stampede tragedy shocked not only us but may be the whole world and which caused discussions about public safety and crowd management at large-scale events.

When in a crowd, it's important to be aware of your surroundings and to take steps in staying safe. Here are some tips for staying safe in a crowd:

• Arrive early: Try to arrive at the event or gathering early to avoid the rush of people entering the area.
• Know your exits: Familiarize yourself with the location of exits, in case you need to leave quickly.
• Stay calm: If you feel panicked or overwhelmed in a crowded space, take deep breaths and try to remain calm.
• Keep your phone charged: Having a charged phone can be useful in case of an emergency.
• Wear comfortable shoes: Crowds can often involve standing or walking for long periods of time, so wear comfortable shoes.
• Keep your valuables secure: Crowds can increase the risk of theft, so be sure to keep your valuables secure and close to you.
• Avoid carrying large bags: Large bags can be cumbersome and can make it difficult to move through a crowd.
• Be aware of your surroundings: Pay attention to what's going on around you and be aware of potential dangers.
• Follow the rules: Follow any rules or regulations set by event organizers to help maintain order and safety.
• Trust your instincts: If you feel uncomfortable or unsafe in a crowd, trust your instincts and leave the area if possible.

By following these tips, you can help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience while in a crowd.

It's normal

While some of your behavior is quite normal.... Other things you do are downright strange. You've got a little of your freak going on. But you mostly keep your weirdness to yourself.

Magandang Balita Newspaper out now!

Bro. Eli Soriano announced on Saturday, June 4th the launch of a new weekly bi-lingual tabloid called Magandang Balita Newspaper.

This newspaper, a brainchild of Bro. Eli and Bro. Daniel, with a motto: "News as it should be," is meant to deliver fresh, incisive and up-to-date Ang Dating Daan topics, religious freedom issues, testimonies of faiths and many more.

While the Magandang Balita Newspaper is given free, however, it is indicated that the P1.50 amount is only for the distributors who would like to sell the tabloid in their newsstands.

Bro. Eli hoped that the said newspaper will soon be published daily.

With head office in Tandang Sora Ave., Quezon City, Magandang Balita's publisher is Atty. Imelda Roque.

The editorial team is composed of Chrisjark Ace Maño, the paper's editor-in-chief, Leo Banasen, the associate editor, and Rey Tamayo as circulation manager.

Columnists include Bro. Eli Soriano, Bro. Daniel Razon, Atty. Batas Mauricio and What's up Doc host Ed Arellano Bien, M.D.

-- Kaanib Correspondents

Spreading the Word of God in 47 select venues around the Philippines to the world

In an unprecedented and tough move by the Presiding Ministers of the Members Church of God International, the Worldwide Bible Exposition today (May 30) will simultaneously be held in 45 different venues in the Philippines through the TOP Channel and official Ang Dating Daan websites (www.angdatingdaan.org and www.angdatingdaan.tv).

Vice Presiding Minister Brother Daniel Razon announced over the weekend during the Congregation’s Thanksgiving Ceremonies that the event is in response with the Church’s mission to reach out to people amidst the imposed censorship and ban by the television regulator to all existing and “non-existing” programs hosted by Brother Eli Soriano.

Bro. Daniel enumerated venues where the Bible Exposition will be held, namely: Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Pasay City; Paskuhan Village, San Fernando City, Pampanga; Cainta Elementary School Auditorium; General Trias Convention Center, Cavite; Pacita Complex, San Pedro, Laguna; and, CAP Development Center, Osmeña Ave, Cebu City.

Other venues include: Laoag City, Tuguegarao City, Baguio City, Bangued, Abra, Dagupan City, Urdaneta City, Cabanatuan City, San Fernando City in La Union, Orani in Bataan, Tarlac City, Guiguintu, Bulacan, Lucena City, Bgy. Gulang-gulang, Sta. Cruz, Marinduque, Daet, Camarines Norte, Naga City in Legaspi City, Sorsogon City, Masbate City, Tacloban City, Ormoc City, Puerto Princesa City.

Bacolod City, Silay City, Negros Occidental, Iloilo City, Surigao City, Butuan City, Cagayan de Oro City, Iligan City, Dipolog City, Kidapawan City, Tagum City, Panabo Davao del Norte, Davao City Proper, Bangkal, Davao City, Digos City, General Santos City, Cotobato City, Koronadal City, South Cotobato, and Zamboanga City.

Brother Eli enthused he and Brother Daniel never stop threshing out plans and mapping ideas on how they could better serve our brethren and those people who are still under the claws of false preachers and self-professed “messengers of God.”

-- Kaanib Correspondents