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Red Moon - Blood Moon a Prophetic Sign? Or just another Scientific Phenomenon?

It only occurs thrice every 500 years and that makes it a rare event. Scientifically Red Moon - Blood Moon Occurs when the Sun - Earth - Moon are in parallel. Based on Science a Red Moon - Blood Moon is a type of a Lunar Eclipse, the color came from Sun Ray's that passed thru Earth or Rays were not blocked.

On the other hand, some cultures says its a bad omen, some says it's a good omen. There are also claims that there are Biblical Scripture's which seem to mention the Red Moon.

These are just two of the many Bible verses that happen to mention the Red Moon.

Joel 2:20-21: “I will show wonders in the heavens and on the earth, blood and fire and billows of smoke.The sun will be turned to darkness and the moon to blood before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord.”

Luke 21:25-28: “There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. People will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken. At that time they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”

Is this a warning for all of us? We don't really know for sure.

Source: Wikipedia

Miss World 2013 Megan Young Hollywood or Bollywood?

“Expect bigger things to happen for Megan next year.” This is what Cory Quirino, Miss World-Philippines national director, replied when asked about what’s next for Miss World 2013 Megan Young, once she relinquishes her crown by the end of the year.

Cory was interviewed by a few members of the entertainment press, including PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal), at a lunch event with the Miss World-Philippines 2014 candidates last Wednesday, October 1, at Toki Japanese Restaurant in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

The next Miss World pageant, which is the 64th edition, is set to take place this December in London, where Megan will crown her successor.

For the most part of the year, Megan has been busy fulfilling her duties as Miss World since she won title in the pageant held in Bali, Indonesia in September, 2013.

She is the first Filipina to be crowned Filipina Miss World.

Cory did not hide how pleased she is with Megan’s accomplishments while in her reign.

“Extremely beyond our expectations because we didn’t expect Megan to address the youth of Harvard University a few months ago. She addressed the youth of Harvard University, I think this was three months ago,” she related.

Last May, Megan visited Harvard University in Massachusetts in the US and met with the Filipino community for a fundraising event.

Most likely, Megan will continue with her showbiz career when her reign is over.

However, it seems like she is widening her horizons this time. If things go well, Megan might try her luck in Hollywood in the US or Bollywood in India.

Cory revealed: “I know that she has a standing offer with Bollywood [India’s film industry]. She has a standing offer because the people of India approached me.

“The second she won [Miss World] they came to me, the license holder of Miss World-India, the big boss, sent their emissary to me. His assistant made an offer for Bollywood and I said, ‘She’s under contract with Miss World [Organization], so you have to negotiate with Miss World.’”

But as a requirement, the Philippine pride has yet to wait for her reign to be over before she can start working on her showbiz career, whether locally or internationally.

“I don’t think she would be allowed to do any movies now during her reign but maybe after,” confirmed Cory.

“Next year, she has the freedom to accept offers,” she declared.

Cory also divulged that Megan has passed the first step for a chance to enter Hollywood.

“And I was informed—if not officially—by the Miss World Organization that she passed her Hollywood screen tests. She passed it a few months ago, I think it’s four or five months ago.”

When enquired why Megan is mum about this feat, the beauty guru volunteered, “She is not allowed to make any announcements officially until Miss World makes the official announcement.” — Bernie Franco, PEP

Sources: GMA News, PEP, Pinoy Portal

Pork (Ribs) Caldereta

Pork Caldereta is one of the most common meat used in a Caldereta dish, but you can really make it special when you use Pork Ribs or Pork Shanks, ribs is a bit more expensive but I prefer ribs because you can cook it as slow as you can so the ribs will be falling off the bone, and all those marrow will provide extra flavor on the sauce. YUM!~

Ingredients

1 kg of Pork Ribs or any part of pork you prefer
2 Cups of Tomato Sauce
Pork Liver 1 Cup (minced) or Liver spread 2-3 Tbsp
3-5 Cloves of Garlic (minced)
1 Medium Onion (chopped)
2-3 Dried Bay Leaves (optional)
2 Medium Carrots (cubed)
2 Medium Potatoes (cubed)
1 Medium Green Bell Pepper (sliced)
1 Medium Red Bell Pepper (sliced)
1/2 Cup of Green Pea
Salt and Pepper
1/2 Tbsp of Sugar

Procedure

Fry the carrots and potatoes, it will give extra flavor believe me on this. Set aside
On the same pan/pot, reduce oil and Saute Garlic and Onions
Add Pork Ribs, let it brown
Add the Liver cook for another 5mins keep stirring, if you will use liver spread add and stir then go to the next step
Add the Tomato Sauce, Bay Leaf, Sugar and 2 Cups of Hot Water
Let it boil for around 30 - 45mins til the meat is tender, check water levels if it dries out add a bit of water.
Add the carrots, potatoes & peas, Cook for another 5mins
salt and pepper to taste
Add the green and red bell peppers, let it simmer for another 5mins
We are done here

*NOTE: Best eaten w/ fish sauce and chillies or soy sauce and chillies

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