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The Problematic SOGIE Bill

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The SOGIE Bill (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression Equality Bill) also known as the Anti-Discrimination Act is authored by the Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations and Gender Equality which is headed by Senator Riza Hontiveros, has been a hotly debated issue of late. The proposed bill is being enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives and still awaiting more additional revisions.  The SOGIE Bill hit the spotlight due to the incident regarding the live video of Gretchen Diez, a transwoman for being prohibited to use the women’s comfort room at a certain mall in Cubao, Quezon City.  Social media post of known celebrities like Vice Ganda and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray and the like, also increased the flames of the fire.  However, to better understand the bill that has gotten a lot of people conversing, posting and commenting in social media, let’s read some of the salient points of the bill: “Section 2, Declaration of Policy

Unli- Treats at Hodai Fusion Restaurant

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Rarely can we  see unlimited treats for a budget-friendly price, but here at Hodai, you'd find just that.  Hodai is a Japanese word which means unlimited.  So to use it in context, we say Hodai sushi, hodai tempura, hodai pork and beef barbecue, hodai sake, and many more.   Located at 14 Examiner Street, this new establishment easily became a hit in the area, even with other establishments around it.  Filipinos took a liking to its spacious interiors, wide and airy, bright and welcoming.  This minimalist  sign tells of a zen principle of the Japanese culture.   On this sunny August 26 day, Hodai is teeming with diners, all taking advantage of the big-slash off the original price in celebration of its 100th days of operation. Each set menu comes with a sushi platter.  Hodai combines Japanese, Korean and some European dishes to come up with a unique dish that can be claimed the Hodai version.  They use both local and imported ingredients in their dishes, that's