Volume XXXIII No.8 August 2015 Montreal, QC Canada www.filipinostar.org It’s a landslide victory for By W. G. Quiambao A woman continues to reign FMAMAS sincae 2009.kBut jusat like inbthe ayan team! past, the association’s election that was held last August 9 at the Van Horne Park was marred with allegations of irregularities and controversies. Cora Aberin of the Samahang Makabayan and her twelve candidates swept the election. She garnered 1084 votes while Dante Tabamo of the Malaya team received 989 votes. Only Mercy Umipig-Sia from Tabamo’s team won. She trounced Marie Antonette Carbon, a relatively newcomer in the community politics, who ran for Director of Special Project. The candidates and their supporters utilized the power of social media - emails and face books. Apart from the allegations of cheating and rampant vote buying which were expected, the election for presidency The Makabayan team headed by Cora Aberin (on the extreme right) was officially declared winners by the Comelec on Friday, seemed to be a battle on who has August 21 2015 at the FAMAS community center on Van Horne Avenue. (Photo contributed by Svetlana Suarez) many titles and associations’ refuting Parado’s claim that Aberin’s posted at the center’s bulletin board, Quirapas, FAMAS president, she said, affiliations rather than on his or her fundraisings were the biggest. stated that the election time stated “Sinabi ko na sa Comelec iyan pero accomplishments that benefitted the The controversy started as was from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. The hindi ko alam kung ano ang ginawa.” community. Julie Parado, a staunch early as the Pista sa Nayon when the Malaya Team foster carried the same That prompted some FAMAS supporter of the Samahang Comelec asked Aberin to introduce information but the Samahang members to ask, “Whose rules should Makabayan, started the campaign a her directors but they were not given a Makakbayan Team showed a be followed – the Executive Board, the few days before the election by chance to talk individually but when document showing that the advance Comelec or the candidates?” Bert sending an email to about 100 people Dante Tabamo introduced his voting time was from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 Abiera, a former FAMAS president and listing all of the titles of Aberin. directors, they were allowed to pitch p.m. As a result of the confusion, one of the persons in charge of Tabamo did the same – he sent an their platforms. On the other hand, in many supporters of the Malaya Team accepting registrations at the center email with his own titles. Joseph the advance voting on Aug. 2, who arrived after 5:00 p.m. were during the weekdays, explained that Gonzales, the Malaya Team candidate Sunday, Tabamo said that the unable to vote. When the discrepancy it’s the Executive Board’s Rules and for secretary, did not waste time Comelec Rules and Regulations’ was brought to the attention of Nida Regulation that should be followed.

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Hit and run driver still unidentified in Mailane’s

accByiZdeneaidna Fetrry iKnharroHubi amlookpedsattMeailaane.d The first driver of On June 25, 2015 at 1:15 p,m. the line up yelled at this driver who hit Mailane Bituin was on a pedestrian Mailane, but he went back into the van walk on her way to take Bus 161 when and drove off. The other driver chased a green van at the end of a line up of the van, unfortunately, he did not cars that stopped to wait for her to come back to the scene of the cross, decided to drive to the empty accident. Mailane thinks this driver lane and hit her violently that caused could have been a witness but she her to fall down. She had three broken does not know where she can find him. ribs, a punctured lung, broken ankle Until now, the police has not and broken right arm. The hit and run driver drove See Page 4 Hit and Run Zenaida Kharroubi, Executiive Produder of MMTV interviewing Mailane Bituin at the further down the road, stopped and Chateau Westmount where she stayed during her rehabilitation period. August 2015 2 The North American Filipino Star We will live to see the Editorial What do we need to know about Acughusta 17n, 20g15e | Os pinion GLIMPSES hit aIf nyodu h arvue bnee na ac victimid oef ncotmspe? nsation because she needed to By Jose Ma. Montelibano this crime, do you have any recourse submit a permanent resident card I was recentlly asked by a collllege to file a claim against the SAAQ? It all which she had not yet received at the cllassmate iif, iin our remaiiniing depends on whether you have met time of the accident.. lliifetiime, we woulld ever see the the eligibility criteria as follows: Hit and run is a crime. But a change we have been wantiing for guilty driver is not always our country. It was not a rhetoriicall “Should your vehicle or other property apprehendedt because bystanders questiion, nor a flliippant one. The be damaged in a collision with a motor usually do not have the presence of iinquiiry came from a llawyer of more vehicle and the identity of the driver or mind to get the license plate of a car than forty years, a man who had corruptiion whiille onlly miilldlly owner of the vehicle that caused the fleeing the scene. In spite of so many even had a stiint iin publliic offiice, concerned about poverty. Trully sad accident is not known, you can submit cars and by standers, nobody and a person who contiinues to because our scalle of hiistoriicall and a claim with the SAAQ for reported the incident to the police. strugglle to be one wiith hiis faiith. present poverty, and iits compensation of property damage Some people simply told Mailane that contiinuance, iis one factor that wiillll when these conditions are met: it was a green van but did not know Actualllly, iit was not the fiirst tiime he deny any antii-corruptiion advocacy the accident occurred in Québec; any other detail to identify the driver. had posed that questiion to me, any sustaiinablle success. you are a Québec resident; Mailane did not receive any call from except thiis tiime, there were others you are the owner of the vehicle the police nor any request for more jjoiiniing the conversatiion. And I So, we are faced wiith allmost comiic damaged; information after the accident.. The belliieve he asked me because I had realliitiies that resullt, not iin llaughter, you are the owner of the property major media such as Global News, often taken a diifferent viiew, a but frustratiions at the upper llevell damaged (ex.: a fence); CBC and CTV interviewed Mailane diifferent approach, to common of sociiety, and actuall sufferiing for you were not wholly at fault for the successively in one week and asked probllems. the majjoriity poor. We want to accident; her to let them know if there is any address corruptiion but miiss the your insurance policy does not cover a news from the police. So far, two Of course, I answered the onlly truth of our own partiiciipatiion iin iit, hit-and-run collision; months have passed and Mailane has answer I know. I saiid, “Yes, iif you by commiissiion and omiissiion. I you reported the accident to the police not heard anything yet from the police. are seeiing what I am seeiing.” thiink most of us diid not realliize we within 48 hours after the event; We are not aware of the exact were elliitiist because we llooked onlly you submitted a claim to the SAAQ no number of hit and run accidents but It was, then, a matter of descriibiing to the 1% who controll so much of later than 60 days after the accident; knowing about a serious accident like what I was seeiing, and my Phiilliippiine lliife, and undervalluiing you had no repair work done on your the one that happened to someone we iineviitablle poiintiing to the younger the fact that as part of the upper vehicle or property before the SAAQ's know sparks our interest to find out generatiions, our own chiilldren and 10%, we have been elliite as wellll. adjuster estimated the damage.” what can be done to seek justice for grandchiilldren. Because we know, Even thou you are a victim of a victims like Mailane. We wish that our that more than jjust a generall rulle, Let me touch a lliittlle on corruptiion. hit and run, with serious bodily authorities would pay more attention that our own young are diispllayiing Whiille there iis no one defiiniitiion of injuries, and you do not meet the to catch these reckless drivers who iincontrovertiiblle eviidence that they corruptiion, iin phiillosophiicall and eligibility of being a permanent run away from their responsibilities. are a better versiion of us. morall diiscussiions, iit usualllly refers resident in Quebec, you cannot claim But then, the police may not have any to as “the abuse of bestowed for any compensation. lead at all if witnesses to an accident The seriious frustratiions that we power or posiitiion to acquiire a Such is the case of Mailane do not get the crucial information to carry, those of us who are beyond personall benefiit.” Whatever variiety Bituin who was a victim of a hit and run identify the hit and run driver. our fortiies, are the iilllls of our of nuances there may be iin llegall driver last June 25, 2015 on Fleet sociiety. We are especiialllly terms, the nature of corruptiion iis Road. She could not claim for Zenaida Kharroubi chagriinned when we thiink of essentiialllly thiis. corruptiion, allthough I wonder why. After allll, we who graduated from Is elliitiism bestowed? If elliitiism iis the premiier schoolls of the lland iinheriited, or caused by iinheriitance were sciions of those who ran dynamiics not far from how Phiilliippiine sociiety, iinclludiing the dynastiies are formed, then iit iis polliitiics of iit. And we then had at safe to assume that weallth and lleast forty years of beiing a cruciiall power have been passed on that 7159 ch. de la Cote des Neiges Tel.: 514-485-7861 part of that rulliing cllass – even iif we E-Mail: [email protected] way, at lleast iin the Phiilliippiines, and Montreal, Quebec H3R 2M2 chose not to be realllly aware of iit. It Published by: Filcan Publications, Inc. at lleast for a few generatiions. As iis siimplly that from a macro poiint of hiistory and realliity has iit, though, Zenaida Ferry Kharroubi viiew, we bellonged to the upper Chief Editor & Publisher our so-calllled dynastiies are quiite 10% of Phiilliippiine sociiety, short-lliived, whiich makes them Al Abdon Sam Kevin domiinatiing the perspectiive and oxymorons. Fely Rosales Carino News & Layout Editor W.G. Quiambao deciisiions over the variious fiiellds of Community News Michael Davantes governance, economiics, In our lland, weallth and power are Columnists Bert Abiera educatiion, and even relliigiion. Founder passed on the dynasty manner from ancestors who managed to The opinions expressed by the writers and columnists do not necessarily reflect that And the iironiic, even sad, part of iit of the management of the North American Filipino Star nor its editors. pass on theiir accumullated weallth iis that we are deeplly agiitated wiith and power to the next generatiion.

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Dr, Gene Santander, DDS www.filipinostar.org Dr. John Calder, BSc., DDS august 2015 The North American Filipino Star 3 I WAS RECENTLY ASKED BY A being a crucial part of that ruling class dynamics not far from how dynasties corruption must radically change. So, COLLEGE CLASSMATE IF, IN OUR – even if we chose not to be really are formed, then it is safe to assume too, will our approach to dismantle it – REMAINING LIFETIME, WE WOULD aware of it. It is simply that from a that wealth and power have been if we have the stomach to also go EVER SEE THE CHANGE WE HAVE macro point of view, we belonged to passed on that way, at least in the against those who have the power to BEEN WANTING FOR OUR COUNTRY. the upper 10% of Philippine society, Philippines, and at least for a few bribe. IT WAS NOT A RHETORICAL dominating the perspective and generations. As history and reality has QUESTION, NOR A FLIPPANT ONE. decisions over the various fields of it, though, our so-called dynasties are Lambasting politicians seems to be the THE INQUIRY CAME FROM A governance, economics, education, quite short-lived, which makes them easier route as they are really made-to- LAWYER OF MORE THAN FORTY and even religion. oxymorons. order punching bags. They are the YEARS, A MAN WHO HAD EVEN HAD ones up front, they are the ones we A STINT IN PUBLIC OFFICE, AND a And the ironic, even sad, part of it is In our land, wealth and power are can identify and who, at least during person who continues to struggle to be that we are deeply agitated with passed on the dynasty manner from elections, openly need our votes. But one with his faith. corruption while only mildly concerned ancestors who managed to pass on the puppeteers are not so visible, the about poverty. Truly sad because our their accumulated wealth and power to ventriloquist not so obvious as the Actually, it was not the first time he had scale of historical and present poverty, the next generation. In this respect, manipulated. posed that question to me, except this and its continuance, is one factor that much of present-day elitism has been time, there were others joining the will deny any anti-corruption advocacy bestowed. If we miss this very So, the greater powers-that-are, those conversation. And I believe he asked any sustainable success. fundamental reality, we will never see who prospered all these decades of me because I had often taken a corruption or its roots with clarity – and what we say are corrupt environments different view, a different approach, to So, we are faced with almost comic cannot dismantle it effectively. and politicians, they are never the common problems. realities that result, not in laughter, but focus of our resentment, our attacks. frustrations at the upper level of Politically, however, corruption is the After all, how many of us have eaten Of course, I answered the only answer society, and actual suffering for the abuse of bestowed position for out of the largesse of the only source I know. I said, “Yes, if you are seeing majority poor. We want to address personal gain. These positions are of humoungous wealth that can buy what I am seeing.” corruption but miss the truth of our basically bestowed two ways, 1) by politicians? But if don’t see the own participation in it, by commission election, and 2) by appointment of the kingmakers, we will never understand It was, then, a matter of describing and omission. I think most of us did not elected. Most talk of corruption has what they do. what I was seeing, and my inevitable realize we were elitist because we been narrowed to these two categories pointing to the younger generations, looked only to the 1% who control so of bestowed power. Most anti- That’s why I see only the younger our own children and grandchildren. much of Philippine life, and corruption advocates, especially the generations. I see the nobility as Because we know, that more than just undervaluing the fact that as part of the most noisy, choose to narrow their designed by life itself still so alive in a general rule, that our own young are upper 10%, we have been elite as well. definition of corruption to these them. I see their predisposition to be displaying incontrovertible evidence categories. more egalitaria that they are a better version of us. Let me touch a little on corruption. While there is no one definition of Yet, the fact of bribery has been The serious frustrations that we carry, corruption, in philosophical and moral attached to this narrow definition as Watch Mabuhay those of us who are beyond our forties, discussions, it usually refers to as “the much as the philosophical and moral are the ills of our society. We are abuse of bestowed power or position have been largely eased out (difficult Montreal TV on especially chagrinned when we think to acquire a personal benefit.” as they are to measure). Bribery is as Videotron Channel 16 / of corruption, although I wonder why. Whatever variety of nuances there may integral to corruption the way it is 616 or Bell Fibe 216 / After all, we who graduated from the be in legal terms, the nature of defined and measured today, 1216 premier schools of the land were corruption is essentially this. especially by international scions of those who ran Philippine transparency groups. When we every Friday at 7 p.m. society, including the politics of it. And Is elitism bestowed? If elitism is understand this relationship between Check repeat times on we then had at least forty years of inherited, or caused by inheritance the briber and the bribed, our view of icitelevision.ca

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www.filipinostar.org August 2015 4 The North American Filipino Star From Page 1 Hit and Run Mailane was on her way to send money The Cuisine de Manille the accident with Mailane. She pointed reported any news to Mailane. Seven to her family. This accident caused her Restaurant is helping her by giving her to the exact spot where the hit and run days after the accident, she called the not only a lot of pain but also financial whatever money is raised from tips and driver struck her by the passenger side telephone number on the card given to problems as she was unable to receive donations of customers. She also of his vehicle. She felt like she was her by the police. She was told that any compensation. SAAQ (Societe decided to use a website called “Go twisted so violently that she fell on the there was no report about her accident. d’assurance d’automobile du Quebec) Fundme - a Penny for Mylyn”. The pavement. She said that a Filipino She was directed to call City Hall but does not give any coverage without a latest update shows $923 raised by 16 woman looked at her and asked if she she was unable to find out anything. permanent resident card. Mailane has people. Her goal is to raise $4,000 to was okay. Then she saw a nurse and a Finally, the CTV news reporter not yet received this card and she has pay for her children’s plane tickets. doctor who helped in moving her to the managed to find out about the missing to wait before she can claim anything. MMTV interviewed her to bring grassy side of the road as she was digit in the incident card given to her by Due to lack of benefits from the attention to her sad plight - unable to lying on a hot pavement. When the the police who came to the scene of system, she is living on her friends’ work, and slowly recovering from her ambulance came, these three people the accident.The first reporter that together with two bikers disappeared. interviewed her was the Global News, She found out later that a Filipino followed by CTV and CBC a few days young woman died on the same spot after the accident. sometime ago. According to Mailane, there As we stood at the side of the were many cars that stopped on both road where the cross walk is located, sides of the road to look at what we observed that drivers speed by and happened but no one had given any do not slow down at all. The sign identification of the hit and run driver. indicates that drivers must stop for Unable to breath, she was in great pain pedestrians and failure to do so will and was brought to St. Mary’s Hospital mean a penalty of $100 but there is no by an ambulance that was summoned guaranty they will stop. The driver that by someone she did not know. hit Mailane was impatient and Mailane arrived in Canada in by passed all the stopped cars to go to 2007 from Israel where she worked for the empty lane where Mailane was six years. She thought her life would about to cross. be better but then she was released by The safety of pedestrians must her first employer and had to find be secured and we plan to ask the City another one. It took ten months before of Hampstead to review the statistics of Mailane Bituin (on the right, still with a cast on her left leg) points to the exact she could get her papers processed for accident on this crosswalk on Fleet place of the hit and run accident on Fleet Road. the new employer. This delay in Road. Perhaps, a traffic light is needed processing papers is the reason most generosity - they bring her food, lend accident - she is in great need of help. to protect anyone crossing this street. caregivers put up with any abuse of an her money to pay for her rent, and It is also to seek out the witnesses to If anyone wants to help employer. In spite of some problems, other needs. But she is unable to send this hit and run accident. Perhaps, Mailane, please go to the website of Mailane accepted her fate and worked support to her children who are still someone among the crowd who saw Gofundme.com - hard to support her family back home. studying. She told them to stop going the driver may have some clues as to http://www.gofundme.com/6t23phqc On the day of the accident, to school as she cannot afford to send his identity. them anything. We went back to the scene of

From Page 1 Landslide Victory One community leader was going around telling people in the park about “The Comelec’s power starts once the the ballots bearing numbers at the Samahang Makabayan Malaya Team Executive Board has approved and bottom and at the top. One watcher noticed that the corresponding stubs President Cora Aberin 1084 votes Dante Tabamo 989 votes signed the Rules and Regulations Vice president –Ex. Cesar Manuel 1132 votes Romeo Remegio 877 votes of some of the ballots were missing. A submitted by the former,” he said. Vice president- Int. Svetlana Suarez 1057 votes Rey Balansi 892 votes Another reason why Abiera insisted watcher noticed that Carbon’s name Secretary - Kathleen Rebugio 984 votes Joseph Gonsalez 906 votes that the closing time should be 6:00 was being called instead of Sia- Treasurer - Mimi Gasapo 1021 votes Lorenza Penular 832 votes p.m. was to accommodate the Umipig. Auditor - Ernel Lebario 965 votes Angelina Taligan 886 votes caregivers and workers who told him Some of the observations from Accountant - Aristia Elumbaring 940 votes Cely Carillo 887 votes that they finished only at 5:00 p.m. many voters: “ We did not even see or PRO - Lourdes Fabia 1048 votes William Gomez 832 votes A rumour circulated that the hear the candidates talk because they Dir. of Education Babylyn Gonowon 954 votes Leah Baldelovar 903 votes night before the election on Sunday, were not introduced. They did not have Dir. of Membership Angelita Ramos 1044 votes Fortunata Floresca 853 votes Dir. of Sports & August 9, someone brought about 200 a chance to talk and convince us why they deserve our votes. I am sure there Youth Develoment Chris Bautista 1102 votes Sherrie Anne Garcia 805 votes processed registration forms to the Dir. of Outreach Ruben Matienzo 1003 votes Alona Amano 848 votes was enough time to introduce them. center. Could these registration forms Dir. Special Projects belonged t o the would-be voters who Somebody told me that the candidates M. Antonette Carbon 923 votes Mercy Umipig-Sia 1010 votes could not meet the deadline of 2:00 were introduced during the Pista sa p.m. for registration the following day? Nayon but many voters were not there. And why was the deadline for Will the voters base their decision on registration at 2:00 p.m. not properly who to vote in the candidates’ disseminated. Was it a last-minute pictures?” The Comelec was given decision by the Executive Board or the money to buy uniforms but why did it Comelec. In the wake of this choose yellow (the same color as the confusion, many missed the deadline. S a mahang Makabayan )? Why was the Another controversy was when volunteer reading the scores just Fred Magallanes, who just lost the saying “block” (straight voting instead libel suit filed against him by Budz of reading the individual’s name and Sarmiento, reported a news that score?). There were cross voting.” We are moving to a bigger and according to the supporters of Tabamo One old lady, who was voting for better location to team was untrue, biased and unfair. the first time but was unable to register Magallanes wrote that Mr. Tabamo’s because she arrived past 2:00 p.m. , told 7159 Cote des Neiges Bert, Dante and me , “This election is very chances of leading Malaya to election (corner Jean Talon West) disorganized. There was not even a sign victory was written off by himself. where to go to vote.” Montreal, QC H3M 2R2 According to Magallanes, two months The official list by the Comelec is The following are in the same before the election, Tabamo said, “I’ve shown at the end of this article. As can address as above: no chance of becoming FAMAS be gleaned from this list, only one president. I don’t think I got a chance. membeer of the Malaya team won. North AmericanFilipino Star Cora could win the August FAMAS Filcan TV Productions, Inc. election.” Filipino Solidarity Cooperative Some of the irregularities are: effective September 16, 2015 www.filipinostar.org Jule 2015 T h e N o rt h A m e r ic a n F i li p i n o S t a r 5 youth. “Filipino businesses or “Many g Filipinos are fighting associations fail because there’s so for titles, power and money” Aquino much jealousy and gossips. Let’s added.” And there’s too much discard ill feelings.” negativity. For example, many PERSONALITY Filipinos criticize first before doing business with you. “ Aquino admitted that he heard about the incident at 6767 OF THE MONTH Cote de Neiges when the business people from the Philippines visited Volunteering for the Montreal. “Can’t the Filipinos set aside their differences just for a day? elderly and youth The key to success in life, whether in business, family or relationship, is enriches Aquino’s life communication. We have to tell our By W. G. Quiambao business associates, friends and loved ones what we have in mind. We have to communicate. Communication is lacking in our community. But we have to avoid assumption. When we assign some a task, we shouldn’t assume that he has accomplished it. We have to follow up to avoid miscommunication. “

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He also wants to establish a /E&K͗:ĞƐƐŽƌĂŶ /E&K͗dƌŝƐŚ ext.ext. 520 or 275 eext.xt. 548 my mind.” support system for the upcoming ĂƋƵĂƟĐƐΛLJŵLJǁŚĂ͘ĐŽŵ ƚŵĐŬĞŶnjŝĞΛLJŵLJǁŚĂ͘ĐŽŵ Apart from his volunteer job Filipino business men, especially the 6 August 2015 The North American Filipino Star Noong Aug. 2, advance voting, ako, gagawin ko iyon. Wala siyang malinaw na nakalagay sa Rules and nilabag na rules and regulations. May Regulations ng Comelec na ilang loopholes and Rules and Tagalog Seksyon nakapaskel sa bulletin board ng Regulations ng FAMAS na kailangan FAMAS na ang botohan ay 12:00 noon ma-review. Siguro, nagtatawa si Budz to 6:00 p.m. Ito rin ang nakalagay sa Sarmiento. Tahimik ngayon dahil poster ng Malaya. Pero sa Samahang walang nagrereklamo. Ang sabi Bert Opinyon/Komentaryo Makabayan, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. “Godfather”, “Ang lahat ay tama, kung Sabi ni Dante, ang oras na 1:00 p.m. to walang nagsasalita. 5:00 p.m. din ang nasunod. Marami sa ni Willie Quiambao mga dumating pagkatapos ng 5:00 PAGBATI AT PAPURI SA MGA p.m. ang hindi nakaboto. Bakit SUUMUSUNOD nagkaganon? Sino ba ang nasusunod Dante Tabamo – Sa – ang Executive Board o Comelec. pagpapasalamat sa mga tumuporta at ANG ELEKSYON SA ATING KOMUNIDAD Hortons. Binati ko siya sa pagkapanalo Baka naman ang mga kandidato. hindi sumuporta sa kaniya noong Nang matapos ang FAMAS niya bilang vice president at masaya At bakit nagkaroon ng nakaraang eleksyon. eleksyon, narinig ko ang komento ng kaming nag-usap. Marami rin kaming deadline na hanggang 2:00 p.m. Samahang Makabayan – Sa isang kabataang kandidito na natalo, napag-usapan. Ang imbitasyon ng lamang ang registration noong pagkapanalo nila. Sana tuparin ng “Ganito pala ang eleksyon dito. Ang Samahang Makabayan sa Malaya eleksyon, Aug. 9? Kailan ginawa iyong mga nanalo ang mga pangako nilang dumi.” Naawa ako sa kaniya dahil may Party sa Victory Party ng una. regulasyon na iyon at sino ang paglilingkod para sa komunidad. tatotohanan ang sinabi niya. Dayaan, Kailangan daw magsuot ng green ang gumawa at sino ang nakaaalam? Na- Sa mga botante na hindi ipinagbili ang bayaran ng boto, utakan. Sa Pilipinas Malaya at yellow ang SM. Ang sabi ng desseminate bang mabuti sa mga tao boto. Mayroon pa ring mga Pilipino na natin nakuha ang mga ugaling ito. At iba, “Para saktan ang Malaya sa ang impormasyon na ito? O umasa na may prinsipyo. Masasabi nila sa ang mga ugaling ito ang ipamamana pagkatalo (adding salt to an injury). naman sa internet ang Executive Board kanilang mga anak of apo, “Hindi ako natin sa mga kabataang balang araw “Wala iyon,” sabi ni Cesar. Tiniyak pa na lagi kong sinasabi na hindi lahat, nakukuha sa pera. “ ay inaasahan nating magpapatakbo nga niya na magpunta ko. lalo na ang mga senior, nagbabasa ng Sa nga security at iba pang volunteers ng FAMAS. Siguro, ngayon, hindi pa Napagusapan namin ang biro niya sa email. Ako ang humingi ng na ginampanan nang mahusay ang nagsi-sink sa isip natin na ung ano ang akin noong advance voting. Nilapitan impormasyon sa FAMAS tulad ng mga kanilang mga tungkulin. nakikita ng mga kabataan sa atin at niya ako at sinabi, “Pambihira si Willie . araw, lugar at oras ng pagboto para Bert Abiera – Kahit 80 years old na nakalakihan, iyon din ang gagawin nila Kaibigan ko ang pinsan at kapatid niya ipalathala sa NAFS . Sigurado ko na siya, ipinakikita niya pa rin ang balang araw. Hindi pa siguro natin peo hindi ko makuha ang boto. Kailan wala ang deadline ng registration noon kaniyang pagka-makabayan. Ang talagang naiisip ito pero balang araw ko kaya makukuha ang boto niya? Ang Aug. 9. proyekto niya ngayon ay magkaroon matatauhan din tayo. Nagtatawa na sagot ko, “Wala akong isyu sa iyo at Hindi ako sinagot nang diretsa ng lamp posts at flag poles sa harap lamang sa atin ang mga kabataan sa Samahang Makabayan. Sa isang tao ni Felix Salazar, Comelec chairman. At ng busto ni Rizal. Nagaalab pa rin ang mga nakikitang masamang ugali natin. la m ang ako galit at hindi kita isinasama nang sumagot siya ay atubili pa, “May pangarap ni Bert na magkaroon ng sa galit ko.” Ipinaalam ko rin ang iba nga diyan, gustong maaga pa ang Rizal Cultural Center. HINDI MARUNONG TUMANAW NG UTANG magandang katangian niya na sinabi deadline.” Nang itanong ko ang isang Marlou Agcaoli – Sa pagiging NA LOOB SI FRED sa akin ni Bert Abiera. Kung ano iyon, director ng FAMAS kung totoo ito, champion ng Chess Club noong Noong nakaraang eleksyon ng kaming tatlo na lamang ang inamin niya na ang Executive Board nakaraang Tri-city na dinaluhan ng FAMAS, Ang Samahang Makabayan nakaaalam. Napag-usapan din namin nga ang nagdesisyon na magkaroon mga Pilipino mula sa Montreal, ay naglagay ng advertisement sa ang katatapos na eleksyon. Maingay ng 2:00 p.m. deadline. May kumalat na Kingston at Ontario. Si Marlou and Forum lamang. Pero si Dante, hindi sa Tim Hortons pero sigurado ko na balita naman na noong Sabado ng kinatawan ng Montreal sa chess lamang sa The North American Filipino sinabi ni Cesar sa akin ito, “Dahil sa gabi bago ma-eleksyon noong Lingo, tournament. Star naglagay ng advertisement kundi pulitika, nagkakagalit ang may nagdala ng halos 200 processed Mercy Sia-Umipig – Presidente ng pati sa Filipino Forum din. Mabait at magkakapatid at kaibigan. Si Au registration forms. Itinanong ko sa Filipino-Canadian Volley Ball madali siyang magtiwala sa tao. Osdon, hindi naman ako talaga galit sa isang director kung totoo ito at inamin Association of Montreal. Si Sherrie Siguro, alam ni Dante na butas pa rin kaniya.” Naniniwala ako sa sinabi ni naman. Ang tumanggap? Ang Garcia ang sports coordinator. Ang ang bulsa ni Fred dahil katatapos pa Cesar dahil hindi naman siya siguro Executive Director na naman. mga nanalo ay ang mga sumusunod: lamang niyang bayaran si Budz. Natalo ang taong nagtatanim ng galit. Kung si Ang hinala ko ay ito: May MVP (man) - Raymond Cruz , MVP si Fred sa demanda ni Budz. Cesar na nakalilimot at nakaka-move nagparegister sa mga halos 200 (woman) Celia del Campo . Sa soft Katunayan, humingi pa si Fred ng on sa nangyari noong 2011, bakit may botante na alam na nilang hindi ball, first place ang FCAWI at second palugit na isang buwan para isang tao na paulit-ulit sinusulat sa makararating bago 2:00 p.m. sa runner up ang Montreal . . makadilhensiya ng pambayad. Sabi ni diyaryo niya ang nangyari noon. Sabi Sunday. Magsisimba o magtratrabaho Danny Florentino – Membership Dante, ang usapan sa advertisement nga ng isang miembro ng komunidad, o may pupuntahan pang party. director siya ng FAMAS 2013-2015. ay $500 para may sa may color at $400 “Sa halip na gamitin ang diaryo para Kinabukasan, talagang nagpunta sa Nakapanghihinayang dahil hindi na para sa black and white. Nagbayad si magkasundo ang mga Pilipino, siya pa park ang mga ini-register para bumoto. siya tumakbong direktor ngayong Dante ng $500 pero ang lumabas sa ang gumagawa ng intriga.” Hindi na sila pumila sa registration eleksyon. Isa siya sa mga nakita kong diaryo ay black and white pa rin. Magnificent Obssession iyon ng taong samantalang ang iba na walang alam talagang nagtrabaho sa FAMAS Subalit ang masakit na ginawa ni Fred, sinasabi ko. sa deadline, hindi na nakapag-register noong panunungkulan niya. isinulat niya pa na si Dante na rin ang Nang maghiwalay kami ni at nakaboto. Nawalan din ng pera ang sumira sa pagkakataong niyang Cesar, nakalimutan kong sabihin sa FAMAS. EMAIL NI BERT ABIERA “the Godfather” manalo. Sinabi raw ni Dante, “I’ve no kaniya, “Cesar, mabilis ang dalawang Ang tanong ko uli – bakit SA ENGLISH (ISINALIN SA A TAGALOG) chance becoming FAMAS president . I taon. Kung balak mong tumakbo sa ginawa ng 2:00 p.m. ang deadline sa PARA IPAALAM SA KOMUNIDAD don`t think I got a chance. Cora would susunod na eleksyon, ngayon pa registration? Upang makapaghanda sa Sa mga FAMAS opisyal win the election in August. `` lamang, pangatawanan mo ang mga paglipat mula sa Van Horne Park at sa ngayon at sa susunod na opisyal, Itinanong sana ni Dante kay Fred kung pangako mo na maglingkod sa FAMAS Centre? Magkalapit lamang mayroon ba kayong masasabi na naka-tape iyon nang mag-usap sila. komunidad. At huwag mong sirain ang ang dalawa. Makukuha ng isang oras nagawa ninyong MAGANDANG Ang ginawa ni Fred kay Dante magandang sinabi ni Bert sa akin iyon, sabi ng isang nagmamasid. serbisyo sa komunidad. Kung gusto ay parang ginawa ng una kay Budz. tungkol sa iyo. Pag nagawa mo ang Noong 2011, marami ang ninyong palawakin ang serbisyo ninyo Natalo si Fred sa demanda sa kaniya ni mga iyon, makukuha mo na ang boto nakarehistro pero hindi nakaboto. sa komunidad, ano ang plano ninyo Budz. Isinulat ni Fred na nagnakaw ng ko. Iyan naman ang Pangako ko sa Hindi kasi alam ng mga nakarehistro ngayon. Kasama ba a plano ninyo ang garbage bag at natanggal sa trabaho Iyo. “ na may nag-register sa kanila. Ngayon, magkaroon pa ng pera ang FAMAS at si Budz dahil sa sexual harassment siniguro ng mga ini-register na botante mapalaki ang gusali ng FAMAS o kahit wala siyang maipakitang MAY KOMUNIKASYON BA ANG EXECUTIVE na lumabas at bumoto. gumawa ng ibang paraan para katibayan. Hindi na natuto si Fred. BOARD AT COMELEC ? Noon ko pa sinasabi ng makapag-fundraise? Ang ginagawa Minsan, mahirap magtiwala sa Nang kapanayamin ko ang kailangang personal magregister and ninyong fundraisings ay wala nang isang tao. Matapos mong tulungan, Personality of the Month para sa botante. Walang pumansin. Maaaring pagbabago - Bb. Munting Pilipinas, gagawan ka pa ng masama. Agosto na si Rick Aquino, sinabi niya mali ako pero wala na naman yatang Bb. Pilipinas, Independence Ball, Pista na importante ang komunikasyon sa nakalagay sa Constitution na sa Nayon. Sagad na ang komunidad KAILAN MAKUKUHA NI CESAR ANG BOTO anumang relasyon tulad ng mag- kailangan mag-register ng personal at sa benta nang benta ng tiket.Ang mga KO? asawa, pamilya, kaibigan, trabaho at walang proxy kaya hindi ko masisisi nabanggit ko sa itaas ay nagawa na ng Dalawang araw matapos ang maging asosasyon. ang nagdala ng maraming processed ibang administrasyon. Umisip naman FAMAS eleksyon, hindi sinasadyang Naalaala ko ang eleksyon sa registered forms noong sabado bago kayo ng iba. Sana ay madagdagan nagkita kami ni Cesar Manuel sa Tim sinabi niya. mag-eleksyon. Matalino siya. Kahit ang building fund at hindi mabawasan. www.filipinostar.org august 2015 The North American Filipino Star 7

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BRIDAL TIPS: An interview with Last July 25, 2015, one must town) indicate how high in esteem the by W.G. Quiambao have been wondering why the Holiday Pastor is held. He is seen as an Dennis Santos Inn’s Diamond Hall was teeming with example of how a Christian walks in one who can provide your every people dressed to the nines. Ladies life. He has encouraged many to look need with their professional ideas. came in their formals ‘with a touch of to Christ as the abiding light by which red’ as requested. That night – red to live, always stressing that there is no What would you tell a bride who is was the symbol of success, happiness, other name under heaven, except by not sure what she wants for her and longevity all rolled into one! It was the name of Jesus, by which we can be make-up? the 88th birthday celebration of one of saved. A few interesting details like One's trust is unsurpassed, unless the Filipino Community’s finest, Mrs. what is his favorite drink (buko) and proven. There is no harm in telling Natalie Olarte Pelausa. As the lady how many languages does he speak guests filled in, some came in all red, (four, including Japanese!) revealed a the bride, in all honesty and all white, or in flowered prints. I noticed little bit more about the Pastor! And as modesty aside, that she is in good Ms. Julie Parado in a beautiful all red usual, there was food galore as the hands. formal, Mrs. Cesa Gladysz in an all- congregation showed off their culinary white Philippine cocktail; and Mrs. prowess. You can be sure that any What are the latest wedding trends Adoree Darwood in a multiflowered celebration at the Living Waters is for bridal makeup? cocktail formal. Everyone armed always satisfying to one’s belly. And to I have been eager to be asked by themselves with sweet smiles and everyone’s delight, there’s always that question. For me it is not the gracious hellos, saying to each other, “ enough to bring home! It was an Dennis Santos trend or the "in thing" when it comes Long time no see; you look great; you altogether pleasant evening and to all, My sister is getting married to wedding make-up. It is about have not changed; we should get it was no surprise to see a life of 60 in September, and I see her going one's INDIVIDUALITY, which is far together . . . etc.” years spent in utter dedication to Jesus around making sure that each detail more important when doing one's The party opened up with a Christ, to proclaim how His Death and is perfect. Yes, perfect. It is her big make-up. Everyone is different from soul tugging opening prayer by Mr. Resurrection has changed the world day after all, so the fuss she makes the other. So I make it a point that an Butch Aracena. This was followed by and saved it from the deadly the “Rose and Candle” ceremony consequences of sin. If you haven’t about every little nuance is individual’s character shine when I where Markus and Emily Grenier yet met Pastor Rene, you can be sure understandable. do make-up. handed a birthday bouquet to the that he will continue to press on so that Weddings are so difficult to celebrant. Mrs. Budz and Mr. Freddie the whole world will know about his plan as there are so many things to How should a bride prepare her Hedriana lit the birthday cake. This REDEEMER, SAVIOUR, and FRIEND. consider such as the wedding skin prior to her wedding day? ceremony was done while the song Yours truly, whose life he has touched invitations, the venue for the A. Hydrate more (drink lots of water ,”You Light Up My Life” was being immensely, wants to greet him a ceremony and the reception, the or juices) B. Detoxify/cleanse your played by Dennis Mayuga, the DJ of heartfelt HAPPY BIRTHDAY PASTOR photographers, videographer, system C. Pamper yourself with lots the evening. RENE !!! florists, the band, and of course, the of relaxation and good vibes Mrs. Cynthia Puray Pacheco, Another July celebrant is Mrs. wedding gown. With so many the evening’s emcee, kept the guests Cesa Gladysz of Dorval. In a delightful decisions to make, the help of a How do you stop the make up pretty occupied. The program started twist, it was the celebrated who make-up artist can make a bride from running or making it stay with Ms. Louise Umictin singing a solo. surprised us to an ample meal at look like a million bucks rather than looking great throughout the She was accompanied by the guitarist Barbie’s in Dorval! We, her dedicated looking worn-out. And so I asked ceremony? Mr. Joshua Umictin. As the crowd friends Hans, Adoree, John, Lilia, consisted mostly of Natalie’s Ciony, Emma, Cely, and sister Mariette, celebrity designer and award- Putting the best make-up doesn’t contemporaries, guests were invited to were the privileged guests. And as winning hair and make-up artist guarantee that the make-up will not give a short tribute to her. This was led friends often do, we spoke much about Dennis Santos for his opinion and run or will stay longer as expected. by a professionally coifed Mrs. Ipang our past and present adventures. The advice for brides. What I suggest to a bride is to Nicolas. evening was continued at her house, maintain her composure throughout There would be something where a lot more desert waited ! All brides want to be beautiful. the ceremony. Breathe in more air, sorely remiss if we didn’t have the hard And I would like to welcome What makes a bride beautiful? stay focus, and absorb all the good rock baritone voice of Mr. Freddie Charito Bamba, Mar and Puring A happy disposition in life makes a things that are happening on her Espinosa who sang his signature song, Bamba’s niece who flew all the way bride more beautiful. Finding your special day. ‘Love Story.’ He did it so beautifully from Japan (where she resides with her inner and outer beauty and having a and earned himself an encore. husband) to experience the Canadian positive outlook in life works like a What’s your advice for brides who After a lot of dancing, the culture. She is here on a 6-month fountain of youth that brings youthful want to do their own wedding celebrant gave her ‘Thank You’, a vacation, radiance or glow. make-up? message that made everyone misty- Last but not least is a Avoid the guilt trip. Don’t be a miser. eyed, especially when she mentioned BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY to a good that her beloved husband, the late Dr. friend Maria Kwersteimer. My What should brides look for in a Wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime Jesus Pelausa, was happily looking wholehearted good wishes goes out to makeup artist specifically? experience. Indulge! back at us. her. She blesses us with her calming What a bride should look for is a On July 18, there was another birthday presence as well as her sumptuous make-up artist with a sense of What are your top 3 beauty tips for celebration at St. Michael’s Church in gourmet meals (everything building a work relationship based brides? the West Island. It was a surprise to homemade!). A gracious hostess, she on trust, a bond of trust. A. Have the aura of happiness and the Living Waters International’s Pastor always makes you feel at home. Thank positivity b. Get lots of beauty rest Rene Saquing! Pastor Rene thought it you always, Maria! May there be many Is it important to choose a bridal and body pampering c. Have a was somebody else’s party, so when more blessings to you.
make-up artist well in advance and perfect and best day ever to bond he was invited to enter the hall, he was do a trial make-up? and be beautiful with your family. surprised to see his bigger-than-life Yes. Choosing a make-up artist is picture poster on a giant-sized canvas like finding a diamond in the rough - smiling back at us! Messages from friends and family (some from out of www.filipinostar.org August 2015 8 The North American Filipino Star can then be cut in as needed. If you're Directing and Editing good enough to match the lighting, You've noticed that we harp on Ask the you can even shoot these close shots cutaways, those lifesaving shots that at home or in a rehearsal hall but that let you scissor out the dull parts, then much work takes us beyond the conceal the edit by placing a cutaway Video Guy sphere of home video hints. between the remaining parts. Needless to say, capturing Cutaways can be inserts, like details of events means having your gear ready. maps, full shots of still pictures or Technological Tidbits Your batteries should be charged and details of the projects on display. They by your tapes should be opened, labeled can also be true cutaways. That is, and set to go. shots of other parts of the event, like an Al Abdon

KIDS ON VIDEO Children and grandchildren especially a trip to the Philippines are may be the most common of all family other classic video venues. Here too, video subjects. I for one have been invent video-friendly things for kids to video tapping my first born child and do. For instance, after a motor trip, you have never stop recording until now might tape a child explaining the route with my grand children. This can be and following it on a map shown in trying for viewers of your programs insert shots. When you edit, you can because the only topics less use excerpts to carry viewers from one interesting than other people's pets are locale to the next. Or, at a scenic other people's kids. The fact that overlook, have a child read the points videos themselves are often boring is of interest off the inevitable display one reason. card at the site. Don't forget to get well- How do you satisfy them? By composed shots of the views remembering that you aren't simply mentioned. In editing, you can segue documenting your children. Instead, from a live shot of the child at the you're creating programs about them, display to the scenic views, but with the interviewer's reactions or another using the same techniques that you'd child's description continuing on the Homegrown Programs family member in the scene. Finally, apply to any other video project. These sound track. We could list more You don't have to depend on don't forget color shots wider views of techniques are the topic of the day. examples, but the concept is plain; holidays, trips, games or performances the environment that give viewers a We'll find good subjects to capture and when practical, make children to create video opportunities. You can better idea of the locale. Of course, strategies for taping them. Then we'll contributors to the program as well as create your own programs anytime. color shots work a lot better at the discuss some easy techniques for subjects of it. Interviews, like the package-wrapping Acme Alligator Farm than they do in directing the shoot and editing the show we've mentioned, are naturals your kitchen newsroom. footage. To keep the subject matter a Sports and Stage Activities with children. Tape them while they talk The next best advice for directing a manageable size, we'll assume that The next biggest subject about a science project, a camping trip kiddie shoot is roll long takes - "children" means under the age of 12 group is activities, particularly or any other topic that's on their mind. loooooooong takes. Kids can be and that the video projects will result in performances and sports. Covering Instead of having kids sit for the unpredictable, and they can't be family keepsakes. young Winnie’s soccer game can yield camera like adult interviewees, make expected to perform like little members Again, the idea is to create great material; and don't forget to sure they have something to do as they of the Screen Actors' Guild. So, keep programs about your kids, instead of include specially-shot footage of her talk. "Tell" is always easier as "show- the camera rolling through mistakes, just recording footage of them. Follow ball-handling with both feet and head. and-tell." Demonstrating a science repetitions and just plain dull stuff, these quick and simple recipes and Here's a hint for easy recognition. Get a project is an obvious activity, and still because you never know when a your viewers will stun you by begging beauty shot of your child in uniform, photos, which the subject shows to the priceless moment will come along. If for more. with number prominent. By editing this camera, can accompany trips. (Get you've done your work on cutaways, in ahead of the game action, you'll full-frame shots of these pictures later, you'll be able to excerpt just those Holidays, Outings and Vacations make it easier for viewers to recognize that can be cut into the edited show.) wonderful passages and replace the Children are more natural (and and follow your champion athlete in Here's a project that's a bit more work, long, boring stretches with quick interesting) when they're too involved long shots. but the rewards are worth it: The cutaways. in some event to stand and stare at the Performances are obvious Family News Desk. The idea is to make While on the subject of shooting long, camera. Holidays are obvious candidates for videos, whether school your child a newscaster delivering the always roll tape as much as 10 candidates. Birthdays, Thanksgiving, plays, concerts, or dance or six o'clock report (for sending to seconds before the action you want to Christmas, Valentine's Day these are instrumental recitals. Most of these school, grandma or wherever). cover, and keep on rolling another 10 times when you have the camcorder or events keep you stuck in one seat in The breakfast table in a seconds after it ends. You never know your iPhone out anyway, ready to the auditorium, so practice some brightly-lit kitchen makes a simple what you might want to use in capture any action that presents itself. strategies for getting better angles of news set (though you can have your assembling the show and with Mini DV But instead of just grabbing footage, your young artist. If there are two children create a more elaborate tape prices dropping, your costs can think of child-centered holiday topics. If performances, shoot both of them, imitation of a real one). To prepare, be as low as 10 cents a minute. Sis and Junior make their own reserving the second for close-ups of help your young Peter Jennings jot Consider using stills to punctuate your Valentine crafts, document the your child. Later, you can cut these into down some quick topic notes in order work. Having a finger-paint project end process, and then follow them around the wide shot of the show, retaining the and place the sheet on the table where with a freeze-frame of a proud and when they present them to loved ones. original audio as the master sound it's easily read. For fun, use a felt happy face makes a great wrap-up. If appropriate, assign a child a track. You can frequently fake multiple marker to letter on cardboard "Good Also, many DV camcorders can record Thanksgiving side dish or dessert and camera angles of instrumental evening! This is the MMTV News with still shots as well. Newer megapixel then tape them as they cook and performances by using video from JOVEY." Prop this beside the camera CCDs take excellent stills and save proudly serve it. For Christmas different parts of the show and cutting as a cue card. Children love it when them to a memory card. festivities, forget the usual present them together as if it is one you mimic real production procedures, We're out of time before we've even opening and tape the children performance. Be careful when doing like counting 5-4-3-2-1 and throwing a scratched the surface, but if we've wrapping gifts instead - a process that this with singing, however, since lip- hand cue to begin. sparked your imagination in making can engage their natural ingenuity. syncing is important. The possibilities are endless, programs with children, then we've While they're working, you might If it's a solo gig, like a piano but the idea is simple make video done our job. interview them about who each gift is recital, see if you can't get those projects with your kids instead of for and what the gift is (after all, the closeups at a rehearsal or a second relying on events to deliver subjects. Good shooting! video won't be shown until the gifts are performance after the concert's over no longer a secret). and the audience has gone. Closeups AL ABDON Family outings and vacations of keyboards or moving violin bows
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Souvenir photo with Natalie Pelausa celebrating her 88th birthday on July 25. Happy winners and their supporters waiting on the sidewalk for the results of the 2015 a the Holiday Inn on Cote de Liesse Road. (Courtesy photo of Cristy Hunter) election on August 9, 2015. (Courtesy of Svetlana Suarez)

Phil. Ambassador Petronila Garcia and Robert Libman pose for souvenir during the Robert Libman poses with some members of the community in spite of the rain during Philippine Independence Day celebration, June 29, 2015 at MacKenzie King Park the Philippine Independence Day celebraton.

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Fed up with traffic, cardinalt rauvernsedt aa typnhoogn-llaseheds h igjhwaay m As his boots filled up with rainwater, to help settle a traffic dispute. the hooded old man used hand “We were trapped for over an signals to force the vehicles to back hour and we were rushing to another up, freeing up the jam. engagement. I said to myself: ‘We The rain later let up to reveal a cannot take this anymore,’” the retired giant crucifix peeking out of his jacket. 83-year-old cardinal said on Tuesday. The chastened motorists then got out With no traffic policemen in sight amid of their vehicles to kiss his ring. the onslaught of Typhoon Ineng “They were very apologetic,” Rosales (international name: Goni), Rosales said of the culprits. said he zipped up his raincoat and About 80 percent of the Philippines’ walked nearly a kilometer to find out 100 million population are Roman what was causing the mile-long snarl, Catholic, who are considered among the likes of which have become a daily the world’s most devout. misery for Filipinos. Last January, six million attended Pope Francis’ rain-soaked Manila Mass. Traffic jams in the Philippine capital of 12 million had worsened in recent months, as the government rushed to build elevated tollways to accommodate the growing number of vehicles acquired amid a booming economy. Rosales, who is one of the four cardinals in the country, said he TRAFFIC SOLVER. A file photo of endured his share of hours-long traffic former Manila archbishop jams during his eight-year term as archbishop of Manila beginning in Archbishop Emeritus of Manila Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales is shown Cardinal Gaudencio Rosales in 2003. manning traffic in Sto. Tomas, Batangas Sunday. December 2006 But for as long as the Motorists who resorted to hierarchy jumped out of his car and gridlocks are there, according to him, prayers after they were caught in a single-handedly untangled the jam. “We’re all in a hurry,” he said he would serve as a make-do traffic gridlock in Santo Tomas, Batangas, Manila Archbishop Emeritus to the erring motorists, after policeman given the chance. last Sunday thanked the heavens after Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales took discovering six cars fighting over two “Next time, I’ll be sure to bring a a familiar face in the Catholic Church matters into his own hands as he lanes in Santo Tomas town. whistle,” Rosales said, laughing.

Main contenders for 2016 Philippines presidency and boring. He lost the 2010 vice election. presidential election to Jejomar Binay, MARY GRACE POE one of his potential rivals in the LLAMANZARES, better known as upcoming election. GRACE POE, 46 JEJOMAR "JOJO" BINAY, 72 The former Philippine film Though currently leading censor was Roxas' rival for Aquino's polls, the feisty septuagenarian's endorsement, and toppled Binay from popularity has recently been dented the top of the polls in June. US-based by allegations he illegally enriched for over a decade until her return to the himself and built a family dynasty during his 20-year tenure as mayor of

Manuel Roxas gestures as he briefs the foreign press in Manila on Sen. Grace Poe October 7, 2011 Philippines in 2004, she is seen as a Philippine President Benigno Vice President Jejomar Binay refreshing new face in a country weary Aquino named Interior Minister of corruption. Manuel Roxas on Friday as the Makati, Manila's financial district. Dumped at a church as a candidate he will support in the May 9, Short and dark-skinned, Binay baby and adopted by popular Filipino 2016 presidential election. has been described in jest as the film action hero Fernando Poe, who The following are the leading Philippines' Barack Obama, the first died shortly after losing the 2004 contenders for the post: black US leader. In the 1980s the self- presidential election, the younger Poe MANUEL "MAR" ROXAS, 58 made orphan and trained lawyer was a surprise top vote-getter in the A scion of the old, landed rich represented the victims of human 2013 senatorial ballot. from the central Philippines' sugar- rights abuses perpetrated during the She has yet to make her views baron country, US-educated Roxas is rule of late dictator Ferdinand Marcos. known on many major issues, and a grandson of the country's first post Sec. Mar “All Around” Roxas A close ally of Aquino's late foes brand her as inexperienced. They World War II president, who also had mother, the democracy icon Corazon also insist she has not lived in the the same name. of the latter's reformist presidency. Aquino, Binay is relishing a potential country long enough to satisfy a 10- Untainted by corruption, Despite marrying a celebrity rematch with the incumbent's year residency rule for presidential unlike many Filipino politicians, he is a television presenter, the former preferred successor Roxas, whom he candidates.
close friend of Aquino and is seen by investment banker lags behind in the beat in the 2010 vice presidential many as a safe pick to carry the torch polls and often comes across as bland www.filipinostar.org august 2015 The North American Filipino Star 13 Palace no match to OFW Marcos eyes higher office powMALeACAr ÑANG on Tuesday averted,” he added. in 2016 denied that fear of a political whplash Balikbayan box law was the reason why government The controversy gave Sen. caved in to an avalanche of criticisms Ralph Recto the chance to draw from migrant Filipinos and their attention to his pending proposal, families back home who deplored an Senate Bill 2913 or the Balikbayan Box attempt by the Bureau of Customs Law, which seeks to increase the tax (BOC) to subject balikbayan (care) exemption limit on goods shipped boxes to tighter scrutiny. through care boxes. He said the draft President Benigno Aquino 3rd late on law would give “permanent protection” Monday ordered Finance Secretary to OFWs. Cesar Purisima and Customs The bill proposes to increase the tax Commissioner Alberto Lina to forego exemption value from the present the planned random inspection of $500 to $2,000. Recto said by raising balikbayan boxes and instead subject the exemption limit, the “motive and them to X-ray and K-9 (drug-sniffer) the temptation” to open boxes would checks that drew flak from migrant be eliminated. Filipinos in the social media. ‘OFWs no criminals’ RE COMES THE SON Sen. Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. addresses Only suspicious balikbayan boxes that Vice President Jejomar Binay students attending a youth forum on the Bangsamoro Basic Law at may contain prohibited items will be also on Tuesday said the BOC should the University of Perpetual Help in Las Piñas City. inspected under the supervision of the change its wrong premise that OFWs Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he because you don’t stand a chance if Overseas Workers Welfare are criminals who smuggle goods will no longer seek reelection as you don’t have the machinery, a solid Administration (OWWA) or an through the balikbayan boxes they senator in 2016. machinery,” Marcos said. overseas Filipino worker (OFW) send home. The son and namesake of the former His pronouncements dispelled association. “Huwag po nating siraan president in an interview with Bombo speculations that he will be in the “The President primarily took ‘yong imahe ng ating mga OFW. ‘Yong Radyo on Monday night said he has senatorial slate of the reported tandem into consideration the welfare of each pagbubukas ng kahon na ‘yon, ang been consulting “friends” about his of Senators Grace Poe and Francis OFW and their families as time has pinagmumulan noon ay ‘Nagi- plans to run for either President or Vice ”Chiz” Escudero. made the balikbayan box a symbol of smuggle kayo. Lumalabag kayo sa President in next year’s national The Poe-Escudero team is reportedly the fruits of their labor and desire to batas.’ Huwag naman [Let us not elections. trying to form a united senatorial ticket give their families a more comfortable smear the image of our OFWs. The Marcos, whose term expires next year, composed of candidates identified life,” Communications Secretary opening of balikbayan boxes, it is allowed under the law to seek with both the opposition and the Herminio Coloma Jr. said in Filipino. originates from ‘You {OFWs] are another term in the Senate. He placed administration. “We received a lot of feedback from smuggling. You are breaking the law.’ 7th in the 2007 senatorial elections. Aside from Marcos, among those the ranks of the OFWs and we That presmption is to much],” the Vice “Of course, talks have been going on. floated as possible senatorial considered each one of them,” he President said in an interview over We’re also talking with the candidates are Leyte Rep. Martin added. Radyo 5. Nacionalista Party as well as other Romualdez, Valenzuela City (Metro Coloma, however, insisted that Binay, the former Presidential political parties and groups. But what I Manila) Rep. Sherwin Gatchalian, the government is still duty-bound to Adviser on OFW Concerns, said only can say now is we’re not talking about Technical Education and Skills prevent the smuggling of contraband the courts can decide if a person has reelection. What we’re talking about is Development Authority (Tesda) into the country. violated the law or not. “While we listen to the the possibility of running for higher Director General Joel Villanueva, sentiments of our bosses, it is also the Run after syndicates office and not for the Senate,” he said boxing champion and Sarangani Rep. duty of the state to stop those who Sen. Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Filipino. Manny Pacquiao and Sen. Vicente take advantage of the balikbayan also on Tuesday said the BOC should Marcos’ statement was his reply when Sotto 3rd. privileges by using the boxes in actively go after syndicates operating asked on whether he will run for a Escudero, however, denied the smuggling weapons, illegal drugs and inside the bureau. higher position and on what the real existence of such line-up as well as the dutiable goods,” he said. According to Marcos, he is score is about his election plan in supposed Poe-Escudero tandem, Lina on Tuesday said the BOC “will thankful that the Aquino administration 2016. noting that they have not even decided follow the President’s directive on realized that the move of BOC to But he was still coy on what “higher if they will run for higher positions next balikbayan boxes effective physically check balikbayan boxes is a position” he was referring to, as he year. immediately.” mistake and that a huge majority of said he is still closely monitoring and Poe, the pre-election frontrunner in “Instead of random physical Filipinos have expressed strong analyzing election-related political both presidential and vice presidential inspections, we will do a mandatory X- objections to it. developments leading to next year’s surveys, is being wooed by the Liberal ray examination of containers of “I don’t understand this polls. Party to run in tandem with its consolidated shipments and oppression of our OFWs. They “We still need to see the line-up, who standard-bearer, Interior Secretary [OFWs] were forced to find work balikbayan boxes at no cost to the will be teaming up, who are allied with Manuel Roxas 2nd.
sender or OFW,” he added. aboard, away from their families us and especially the parties involved Lina, moreover, asked freight because the government can’t provide forwarders to install their own X-ray them work and now the government machines in their warehouses to wants to check balikbayan boxes on expedite the clearance of balikbayan suspicion that they are trying to boxes. smuggle item into the country,” A coalition of OFW groups and Marcos said in an interview after advocates welcomed the President’s speaking to students of the University directives. of Perpetual Help in Las Piñas City “We thank President Aquino (Metro Manila). for his timely intervention. We deem it If the BOC wants to improve its unfortunate, however, that the collection, he added, the best thing to balikbayan box controversy had to do is to seriously go after syndicates reach the Palace doorstep for it to be operating inside the bureau. resolved,” John Bertiz, the official “We have heard of 2,000 spokesman of the coalition, said. containers that had disappeared and “It reflects poorly on the consultative could not be found by the Customs mechanisms within government [bureau]. We received news that even agencies, such as the Bureau of trash from another country found its Customs [BOC]. Had they reached out way to Philippine soil, yet they are to the OFW global community before zeroing in on balikbayan boxes,”
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Fil-Canadian rookie tries Anne Curtis donates Twitter his luck in PH showbiz account to Ebola survivor By Nestor Cuartero

Anne Curtis Anne Curtis’ post on her be informed about the case. social media account Twitter had In the post, Kamara shared caused confusion and worry among the story of how she had helped bury Kevin Poblacion tests showbiz waters her followers after some of them victims of Ebola in their country, FOREIGNER IN ONE’S following the dictates of his parents. thought the actress was infected with noting that she was also infected with COUNTRY He stayed in his parents’ hometown, Ebola Virus. the virus but still managed to survive. Being a newbie and a Haniway, for two years to learn the Anne quickly cleared Ebola is an infectious disease foreigner in your own homeland is ways and means of being a Filipino. speculations and posted a follow-up marked by fever and severe internal difficult; making a name for yourself is message stating that she “donated” bleeding. The disease can be fatal even harder. LEARNING HOW TO ACT her tweet to the World Humanitarian and can spread through contact with Such is the case of Kevin After a year in the Philippines, Day to help spread awareness about infected body fluids. Poblacion . Twenty year-old Kevin is a Kevin went back to Canada where he the story. Maseray Kamara thanked the Filipino who grew up in Canada. Born finished high school. Anne permitted Maseray followers of Anne for letting her tell on August 5, 1995, it has always been Upon learning that it was Kamara from Sierra Leone to use her her story through the actress’ his childhood dream to be in showbiz possible for him to give showbiz a try, Twitter account so more people would account.
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Kris Aquino on recent health scare: "It really put my priorities in proper perspective." (file photo) Kris Aquino said she aims to "Last night was a scary wake achieve a "healthy work and life up call for me and my loved ones, but balance" following a health scare on it also made me realize how much my Monday. siblings and sons love and care for The TV host-actress revealed me. It really put my priorities in proper on her Instagram account on Tuesday perspective," Kris further shared. that she was hospitalized at The "I was told to have complete Medical City in Pasig City Monday rest for the next few days and to try to Tom Rodriguez as Sergio and Megan Young as Marimar night after she experienced sudden be stress free." The much-anticipated remake of Also in the cast are Jaclyn high blood pressure. This comes some weeks after “Marimar,” considered the most Jose, Zoren Legaspi, Lauren Young, "I had a severe, vascular Kris slammed an Instagram user for succesful telenovela on Philippine TV, Alice Dixson, Nova Villa, Tommy headache from 3 PM while taping criticizing her for working despite is finally showing on Aug. 24 (after “24 Abuel, Carmi Martin, Ina Raymundo, @kristvofficial_ig, threw up 3X when I feeling ill. Oras”). Through the show, GMA aims Dion Ignacio, Ricardo Cepeda, Jaya, got home at 6:30 PM and when my Amid her condition, Kris to “inspire every Filipina to be the best Cris Villanueva; Candy Pangilinan, blood pressure was taken it was managed to update her followers version of herself while fulfilling her Frank Magalona, and Ashley Cabrera. 150/100. My sisters insisted I go to the regarding the OFW complaints about dreams.” Boobay will lend his voice to Marimar’s ER because my symptoms were Bureau of Customs' new directive to The remake has beauty queen adorable dog, Fulgoso. alarming," Kris said. open balikbayan boxes for inspection Megan Young playing the titular role. “Marimar” is directed by In the emergency room, she she forwarded to the government. Tom Rodriguez, another Kapuso prime Dominic Zapata (“The Rich Man’s added, her blood pressure was "P.S. PNoy said, 'Kristina, artist, plays her leading man Sergio Daughter,” “My Husband’s Lover,” 200/110. "Just a bit higher could have yung sa Customs they'll give a Santibañez. “Darna,” ”Mulawin,” “My Beloved” and caused a stroke," Kris said. thorough explanation and a Sergio is a spoiled trust-fund “Temptation Of Wife”). Kris was released from the demonstration of the X-ray machines kid who loves extreme sports and By the way, the theme song of hospital earlier today. to be used on Wednesday.' I hope adventure. One day, he meets barrio “Marimar” is sung by “Bet Ng Bayan” "I will never again abuse my that I remembered his message lass Marimar and decides to use her to winner Hannah Precillas and the love body because I was a slave to my accurately and I pray for a peaceful get his inheritance from his father. theme titled “Iniibig Kita” is sung by work. My goal now is to achieve a resolution for all concerned," she said Marimar is a pearl diver, selling her one of GMA Network’s powerbelters, healthy work and life balance," she on her Instagram post.
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said. attention. Bea Binene: Education is key “Importante na nakapag-aral iba pa rin kasi sa pakiramdam ’yung when she topped the latest National ako dahil hindi naman po forever may natapos ka, ’yung may degree,” College Assessment Examination with itong showbiz eh, ’di ba? Who she shared. a 99% grade. knows? Ang daming bago… showbiz Bea is a freshman at the “Ang sarap lang talaga sa is like a circle. Kung ngayon nasa taas Meridean International College taking feeling dahil it’s very unexpected… ka, later on nasa baba ka na,” she up a film course. I’m very thankful,” she joyfully shared. told Bulletin Entertainment. “Na-miss ko din kasi ’yung “Mangiyak-ngiyak nga sila “So whatever happens, kahit pumapasok. Gusto ko ulit ma-feel eh,” she said of her family after telling papano may trabaho ka kasi ’yung tipong gigising ka nang maaga them the news. “Actually ako din. Kasi nakapag-aral ka at hindi ka lang aasa tapos papasok ka sa school, tapos hindi talaga ako makapaniwala. Like sa pagiging artista mo. It will tell you may socialization, ’yung ganun,” she nu’ng tinawagan ako nung teacher kung anong pwede mong maging said. ko, sabi ko, ‘Sir talaga po? Sigurado career path (aside from being a She believes that for po ba talaga kayo? Paano niyo po Bea Binene celebrity) so it’s really important.” someone who is out to achieve a nalaman? Sino po ang nagsabi?’” she Bea knows all the pros and certain goal, there are no excuses – said. Young celebrities sometimes cons of dual pursuits but these only reasons and the drive to make it Indeed, life is full of surprises. find themselves having to juggle work haven’t stopped her from mapping happen. “Natatandaan ko pa while taking the and studies. With both endeavors out her future, whether she stays in “Basta po ang masasabi ko exam kinakabahan pa ako. demanding time and effort, a lot of the business or not. She also doesn’t lang, kahit gaano pa sila ka-busy, Nagdadasal pa ’ko na Lord, sana dedication is needed to ensure one mind being a workaholic. kung gusto talaga nila, kaya nilang kahit pumasa lang ako okay na. So isn’t sacrificed for the other. “Mapupuyat ka, mababaliw ka gawan ng paraan ’yun. And as long ’yun, parang advance birthday gift na For 17-year-old Bea Binene, sa kaiisip sa mga exams, schedules as they want to reach something, rin siya,” she said.
there are no ifs and buts when it (both work and school), pero sobrang magagawa nila,” she said. comes to pursuing her studies despite beneficial siya sa future mo. At saka Bea’s hard work paid off her busy showbiz schedule. 16 August 2015 The North American Filipino Star Liza also has crushes. And as girls voice. I also had to improve my are wont to do, she had tried to hide Tagalog and the way I talk and face it from the boy she likes. people,” she said. “Nasanay ako na ganu’n, ‘di Liza is happy to be the face of i daw dapat sabihin para iwas gulo… Johnson and Johnson Philippines’ L za’s dreams so ’pag crush ko, lumalayo talaga Camp Courage advocacy, noting ako. Kadalasan kasi nakakalimutan how she wants to help build the ko, kinakausap ko,” she shared, confidence of others her age. laughing. “I really wanna make a

Liza Soberano

Everyone has dreams birthday on Jan. 4 next year. Liza is Acer Computers Philippines new brand ambassador and many want theirs big. When others would want a Yet for every kid who dreams grand coming-of-age party, Liza It didn’t help that she had a difference. I believe I was born to of becoming the president, the pope would rather organize a charity bad experience prior. make a difference talaga and to help or a pop star, there are those who program. “Dati, meron akong bagong people or at least encourage them dream of becoming teacher or soldier “Ayoko po talaga ng debut… pabango na may glitters na gusto kahit papa’no. As a celebrity, I think – just like popular actress Liza I’d rather keep it simple. Tsaka kong ipakita sa crush ko. Nasa that’s part of our duty to encourage Soberano. birthday ko ’yun eh, so I should enjoy. school bus kami nu’n, then nasa likod the young ones to be the best they “Gusto ko talaga maging Ayoko ’yung ma-i-stress ako sa debut ko siya. Pagharap niya, na-spray ko can be.” sundalo, ’yun ang unang dream ko,” ko na parang nine-nerbyos ako, or sa mata niya! Sobrang fail ako ‘pag The most valuable advice she Liza revealed in a recent interview. uptight na ganu’n,” she related. nagpapakita ako ng like sa isang could give young girls is for them to “Mahilig kasi talaga ako sa mga But when it comes to tao.” learn to be themselves. boyish stuff.” receiving gifts she said, “I’m not really “Kasi it comes out more Liza was influenced by her big on gifts. I like giving back on my OVERCOMING FEARS naturally if you just act the way that grandfather Jeff who was with the birthday. I like to give away stuff. So, Joining showbiz has given you are and you don’t have to marines. on my birthday, I’m gonna request for Liza the chance to overcome many of pretend. When you’re on stage and The dream changed along help sana from my sponsors to help her fears. they ask you questions, you are able the way, with Liza eventually setting me organize a charity event.” “Grabe ’yung hiya ko sa to answer truthfully, while if you’re her sights on becoming a doctor. umpisa. Eh, ’di ba when you’re shy, pretending to be somebody, you “Kasi ’yun ’yung kinuha ng BAD EXPERIENCE you have a tendency na iniipit ’yung could get lost. It’s just easy when you mommy ko,” she related. Just like many girls her age, boses? So I had to, like, improve my are yourself.”
Then she changed her mind again. “Gusto ko na maging lawyer,” she said befor adding, “Pero ito ngayon, artista na.” Well, fate always finds a way. On Liza’s part, it was her aunt who persuaded her to try acting. Though she admitted being hesitant at first, Liza enjoys where she The Specialists for your shipping needs from Canada to East Asia and Worldwide is now. We offer Professional Loading for 2, 3 or 4 cars in a Container Already, she wants to sink her We prepare all Custom and Carrier documentation teeth into a variety of roles, eager to We can provide Agents at destination for Clearance & Delivery expand her knowledge of the craft. True to her nature, however, she revealed wanting to try her hand in action films. CARS, JEEPS, Used Clothing, Household Goods, Personal Effects, School Buses “Hindi naman ito like, biglaan. Motor Homes, Generators, Industrial & Mining Equipment, Machinery Dream ko since before pa talaga to do action,” she maintained. As if to defend her choice, she added, “Very sporty ako. Du’n lumalabas ’yung confidence ko.” Liza is into volleyball, soccer, football and basketball. She used to play everyday in school, prior to being swamped with showbiz chores.

NO TO DEBUT Liza will celebrate her 18th august 2015 The North American Filipino Star 17 Luis Manzano talks love and Martin Nievera still at it money but joked, “Ang problema siguro ay baka isang barangay lang ang makampanya ko kapag ganoon.” He knows accepting campaign funds from other people can’t be helped, he insisted, “Gusto ko klaro.” By that he meant, “Hindi porke may support ka, hindi porke may utang na loob na ko, na magkakaroon na ako ng favors to be granted. Napaka-trapo naman niyon.”

NO TO ‘NUP With money not an issue between them, Luis said he doesn’t even believe in having a pre-nuptial agreement. “May tiwala naman ako kay Angel,” he insisted. As he has said so in the past, he added, “Definitely mas maraming pera sa akin si Angel, kaya kong sabihin ‘yon. Kung anuman ang Martin Nievera Luis Manzano meron ako ay katiting lang sa meron siya so ang kapal ko naman humingi Concert King Martin Nievera so we might just throw some songs When it comes to ng pre-nup.” is not about to slow down despite that you don’t hear often,” he said. relationships, TV host Luis Manzano Proving that love is sweeter having already achieved so much in He plans to ask fans via social plays it safe: He never mixes money the second time around, Luis said his career. media what they want to hear at the with love matters. they are no longer troubled by bouts “That’s the best part,” he concert. With the elections next year, of insecurities unlike in the past. says, noting how he aims to celebrate Martin stressed he is not Luis has been asked not only if he will Declaring themselves “very his 33rd anniversary with a bang. doing this to trump younger stars. run for public office but accept money happy” and describing their One of the activities he has “I’m not worried about being from girlfriend Angel Locsin should he relationship as “easy-easy na,” he scheduled in the coming days is a number two, been there, done that. join politics. noted, “Hindi ‘yung naging kayo pero concert dubbed “Home at the I’ve been number last and the best “As of now, parang ayoko maraming question marks. Minsan Theater” of Solaire Resort and Casino thing about being last and fall on your talaga,” Luis said. “Ganyan kami ni nga sa isang araw ay isang beses on Sept. 18, 8 p.m. face is to get up,” he said. Angel… Kunwari kumakain kami sa lang kaming mag-usap kasi may Though not as grandiose as At this point, Martin hopes to labas na ako nagbabayad, the next ginagawa ako, may ginagawa siya. his other concerts here and abroad, make The Theatre his “pwesto.” kailangan siya talaga.” Apparently We’re very content.” Martin said, “There is no such thing as “They don’t do that here. they have also adopted this split Luis is busy hosting “The a small gig.” Singers, up-and-coming ones, not arrangement when it comes to Voice Kids Season 2.” For him, the six He explained, “Whether I’m in just singers considered laos, they spending for vacations. finalists – Kyle Echarri and Zephanie the Theater, whether I’m in Eclipse, in should be singing nightly. Barry Though still undecided on Dimaranan from Team Sarah; Elha Australia in front of 500 people I attack Manilow did it for years, he just running for a public post, Luis said Nympha and Sassa Dagdag from every gig like it’s my first and my last.” retired…Celine Dion also. We should Angel has his back whenever, Team Bamboo; and Reynan Del-anay So, what can people expect do that here at the Solaire. I can do whatever. and Esang De Torres from Team Lea – from his Solaire concert? that. We have so many singers but so “Hindi ko lang inaasahan, “have already reached stardom.” “They will hear songs few places to sing, to perform,” he (pero) siya pa ang nagsabi sa akin na, He added, “Iba na sila. encompassing the last 33 years of my explained. ‘Kulit, kung sakaling itutuloy mo ang Kumbaga, they are so close to their career,” he replies. Working with Martin for the pagtakbo mo I’ll be behind you,’” he dreams na they’re different individuals Martin is not just singing his concert is his favorite musical director shared. from the first day they set on stage. It own hits. “We’re gonna bring a lot and friend Louie Ocampo.
On spending his own money makes us proud to be part of that of… ’coz in Vegas I’ve learned a lot… for the campaign, he may be willing journey.”
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Philippines becomes regional star LeBron James throws down as gloom descends around Asia It's more what the Philippines consumption-based economy and monster dunks during doesn't have than what it does have steady dollar inflows mean it's that's making the country Southeast insulated from China's yuan mentoring visit to Philippines Asia's safe haven amid an emerging- devaluation and U.S. interest-rate market rout. increases, according to Jay Peiris, the Relatively low levels of foreign International Monetary Fund's investment in its bonds and stocks representative in Manila. are shielding the Philippines from an "It's very hard to think of a intensifying selloff, while a country that's less vulnerable," he said comparative lack of raw materials in an Aug. 20 interview. means it's less vulnerable than Peso sovereign notes are the Indonesia or Malaysia to sliding best performers in Asia after commodities prices. Stability under Taiwanese securities in the last three President Benigno Aquino stands in months, according to Bloomberg contrast to Thailand, ruled by the indexes. Thai debt returned 1.6 military since May 2014, and percent, while Malaysian and Malaysia, where the prime minister is Indonesian paper declined 1.1 facing calls to resign amid a political percent and 3.1 percent, respectively. scandal. Around 10 percent of Philippine local-currency Philippine bonds are foreign-owned, sovereign bonds returned 2.9 percent according to BPI Asset Management over the last three months, the most in and Trust Group, part of the country's Southeast Asia. The peso has held up second-largest lender. That compares better than its peers, losing 4.5 with 39 percent in Indonesia, 31 percent, compared with drops of 8 percent in Malaysia, and 17 percent in percent in Thailand's baht, 12 percent Thailand at end-March, Asian in Indonesia's rupiah and 18 percent Development Bank figures show. in Malaysia's ringgit. The benchmark "Philippine fixed-income Manila stocks index has also declined assets stand out versus their Asian the least in the region over the period. peers largely due to the dominance of "It's definitely the regional domestic investors," said Mario LeBron James dunks during a game with Filipino players at the Mall star," said Edwin Gutierrez, who helps Miranda, senior vice president at BPI of Asia Arena on Aug. 20. oversee $13 billion as the head of Asset in Manila. LeBron apologized for a lack and the four-time NBA Most Valuable emerging-market sovereign debt at Outflows from Philippine of early-season above-the-rim play Player hopes to impart some valuable Aberdeen Asset Management in stocks have also been more modest before picking up the pace a bit after messages to the contestants. London. "In a world starved of growth, than for regional peers. Some $332 a two-week midseason siesta, but it "I think, it's more than teaching them Philippine growth -- albeit slowing -- is million has been pulled from the seemed clear that — despite the carb- the skill sets," he said. "It's about the holding up relatively well," he said, country's shares this quarter, cutting and intense workouts — inspiration that comes behind it. To adding that a relative lack of foreign compared with $587 million from James was less explosive and more tell them about the game, and it's up participation had protected the Indonesia and $1.6 billion from groundbound at age 30, after four to them to use that – the words that I country from capital flight. Thailand. The Philippine benchmark straight years of Finals trips with the tell them, and to use those to better The economy expanded 5.7 share gauge is down 13 percent in Heat and more than 36,000 career themselves." percent last quarter from a year three months, trailing drops of 13.8 NBA minutes. But just because As James tells it, that emphasis on earlier, according to a Bloomberg percent in Thailand, 14.3 percent in LeBron doesn't throw down monster mentoring, inspiration and lending a survey before data due Aug. 27. That Malaysia and 21 percent in Indonesia. dunks as often anymore doesn't helping hand — which also helped would be an improvement from 5.2 Filipinos go to the polls next mean LeBron can't throw down drive his new partnership with the percent expansion in the first three year to elect a new president, with monster dunks, as he showed those University of Akron to provide months, although slower than 6.1 Aquino prohibited from running for in attendance at an exhibition game in guaranteed four-year college percent in 2014. Indonesian and another six- year term. Since 2010, his the Philippines earlier this week: scholarships to qualifying students Malaysian growth slowed to 4.67 administration has pursued tax James showed off his still- through his "I Promise" program — percent and 4.9 percent, respectively, evaders and corrupt officials, allowing oiled-up springs during an exhibition comes in part from an ability to last quarter, while Thai gross it to collect more revenue to build game as part of a four-day trip to recognize and relate to the struggle domestic product increased 2.8 roads and schools and boost cash Manila "to mentor finalists of 'Rise,' a for improving one's station in life that percent. handouts to the poor, while shrinking Nike-sponsored reality TV program many of "the Rise kids" are A burgeoning business- budget deficits. aimed at finding young Filipino experiencing, according to The process outsourcing industry is Standard & Poor's has basketball players, mostly from the Associated Press: aiding the Philippine economy. upgraded the Philippines' credit rating countryside, and to hone their "I think my story speaks for Revenue from BPO, which includes four times during Aquino's tenure and talents." itself, you know I was a kid who didn't customer call centers as well as the all of the three big ratings companies Residents of the basketball- believe that I can't make my dream farming out of accounting tasks, will assess it as investment grade. mad country seized on the become a reality, and I know it will rise to $21.2 billion this year and $25 Strong growth fundamentals, opportunity to get up close and take a lot of hard work, a lot of billion in 2016 from $18 billion in a large English-speaking population, personal with the Cavs star — tickets sacrifice and a lot of love," he said. "I 2014, according to the IT and fiscal and monetary prudence, and for his Manila appearance "were just love the game so much that I Business Process Association of the political stability support the positive snapped up by eager fans" in "just 15 won't let nobody tell me that I couldn't Philippines. outlook on the economy, said Andrew minutes" — and gave James an accomplish something, so I know Money sent home by Filipinos Wood, the Singapore-based head of exceedingly warm welcome, exactly what a lot of these kids are living abroad, which makes up about Asia Country Risk Research at BMI according to Camille B. Naredo of going through." 10 percent of GDP, increased 5.6 Research, part of Fitch Group. ABS-CBN News.com: The four-time NBA MVP [...] said it percent to $12.1 billion in the first half "The Philippines' large and "You guys always welcome "feels great to be able to be someone from a year earlier. A net oil importer, growing labor force, along with me and my guys and my friends with that people look to, to be able to the Philippines has also benefited increased policy-making credibility, open arms, so it's always a pleasure," accomplish more." from falling crude prices. The country should continue to draw investors' James said during a brief press We presume it must also feel great to ran a $3.3 billion current-account interest over the medium term," he conference. be able to be someone that can still surplus in the first quarter, compared said. "We believe the Philippines can This time around, James is in town to call down quite a bit of thunder, even with $1.5 billion in the same period of continue to outperform the region."
serve as a mentor of sorts to young after a dozen seasons of heavy-duty 2014, according to central bank data. basketball players who are NBA minutes.
The Philippines' participating in Nike's "Rise" program,

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