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 Lopezlink March 2020 BIZ NEWS BIZ NEWS Lopezlink March 2020  ABS-CBN holds on to spot Statement of ABS-CBN on OSG’s quo as most watched network By Kane Choa warranto petition: We did not violate the law ABS-CBN registered an av- erage audience share of 39% THE Office of the Solicitor laws governing its franchise Exchange Commission and Telecommunications Policy services to nearly 90 percent filing of the quo warranto case in February, a six-point lead General’s filing of a quo - war and has secured all necessary the Philippine Stock Exchange Act and are fully compliant of the Philippines and to our is ill-timed given that Con- against GMA’s 33%, according ranto case against ABS-CBN government and regulatory prior to its public offering. with law. OFWs all over the world. gress has already resumed its to data from Kantar Media. on alleged violations of its fran- approvals for its business op- These are the same instruments We reiterate that everything Our work with ABS-CBN session. The most watched programs chise appears to be an effort to erations. used by other broadcast com- we do is in accordance with the Convergence supports the We remain committed to our in February were produced by shut down ABS-CBN to the (1) All our broadcast of- panies to raise capital for the law. We did not violate the law. government policy of finding mission to serve the Filipino ABS-CBN, with prime time serious prejudice of millions of ferings, including KBO, have improvement of services. This case appears to be an at- ways to bring down the cost people especially at this time stalwart “FPJ’s Ang Probinsy- Filipinos who rely on the net- received the necessary govern- (3) The ownership of ABS- tempt to deprive Filipinos of of internet access. when millions of Filipinos rely ano” remaining at the top spot work for news, entertainment ment and regulatory approvals CBN in ABS-CBN Conver- the services of ABS-CBN. The Senate, the House of on our services in delivering with 34%. Julia Montes’ come- and public service. and are not prohibited by our gence was undertaken under KBO remains one of the Representatives, and the Ex- information such as the 2019 back, meanwhile, was an instant These allegations cited by franchise. the same law and structures cheapest forms of entertain- ecutive Branch have assured NCoV 19 ARD, the develop- L-R: Manila Water president Jose Rene Almendras, Arup project manager James Rickard, First Balfour Major Projects division hit as the weekly action-drama the Office of the Solicitor (2) ABS-CBN Holdings’ that have been utilized by other ment that we can provide to the public that our franchise ments in the Middle East, and head Malcolm Lorimer, Manila Water senior project manager Allan Patdu, NovaBala JV tunneling manager Alessandro “24/7” recorded 27%. General in his press statement Philippine Deposit Receipts or telecommunications compa- the public. The capital we will be allowed to go through updates on Taal Volcano situa- Tirabassi, Manila Water supply headline manager Renato Belmonte, Manila Water corporate project management group “TV Patrol” (26.5%) re- are without merit. ABS-CBN PDRs were evaluated and ap- nies. These are transfers that have raised from the PDRs the proper renewal process in tion as they relate to our coun- director Robert Baffrey, First Balfour CFO Jonathan Tansengco, CMC di Ravenna area manager Cristian Grecco and NovaBala mained the most preferred You” (25.9%) consistently ers’ afternoons as “Kadenang complies with all pertinent proved by the Securities and are approved under the Public has enabled us to provide a fair manner. To that end, the trymen. JV deputy project manager David Steele newscast in the country, and brought kilig throughout the Ginto” ended on a high note viewers tuned in to the intense love month. “MMK” (24.9%) with 22%. promos & offers battle of contestants and coach- touched viewers’ hearts with Multinational audience mea- More jobs for Filipinos available as es in “The Voice Teens” (26.4%), its real-life stories, while the surement provider Kantar Me- TBM Dalisay starts tunneling which returned for a new sea- talented contestants of “Your dia uses a nationwide panel size SKY Fiber makes seamless home By Dolly Pasia-Ramos son in February. Moment” (23.9%) impressed of 2,610 urban and rural homes ABS-CBN launches ‘Trabahanap’ WiFi experience more affordable The love story of Billy (Liza viewers nationwide. that represent 100% of the total By Kane Choa Soberano) and Gabo (En- The grand battle of the Philippine TV viewing popula- THE Novaliches-Balara Aq- The ceremonial push-button ters towards the tunnel entrance Seamless binge watching, intense gaming or even casual rique Gil) in “Make It With Mondragons pumped up view- tion. ueduct 4 (NBAQ4) Project— signaling the start of tunneling in Brgy. Old Balara, installing MORE Filipinos will soon be “Trabahanap fully embod- The job placement service is important as giving them the browsing anywhere inside the house is now within reach as Manila Water’s largest water was held during the celebration more than 50 rings that form able to find work in “Traba- ies ABS-CBN’s mission to be of available in three platforms— chance to have more time with SKY Fiber’s Home WiFi plans that feature a strong WiFi supply infrastructure project to of the project’s one-million the walls of the tunnel; each ABS-CBN’s ‘Family is Love,’ other campaigns hanap,” ABS-CBN’s newest service to the Filipino as it opens online, on air via CineMo and their families,” said Awiten. mesh network come at more affordable prices! For as low date—continues to move for- safety milestone on January 24, tunnel ring, in turn, is com- public service initiative that opportunities to a vast number on INFOplus of ABS-CBN A place of work that is close as P1,799 per month, new SKY Fiber subscribers can enjoy ward, with the tunnel boring 2020. posed of six concrete segments. win big in 11th Araw Values Awards offers job openings in construc- of people looking for livelihood,” TVplus, and on-ground via job to home means workers are less 30Mbps internet speed with features such as unlimited fiber machine (TBM) Dalisay hav- TBM Dalisay has now pro- The aqueduct project will use tion, factories, fast food centers said Mark Awiten, head of Traba- fairs. stressed with commute and broadband and three WiFi Mesh devices, eliminating dead ing started its journey. gressed approximately 65 me- more than 37,000 segments in and more. hanap and the CineMo channel. “Applying for jobs is easier have more money saved from zones inside huge houses and penetrating thick walls—plus its construction. now because you just have to transportation. free tech support with the SKY TechXperts service. They can Since the 1500s, it has been log in, you no longer have to Job seekers just need to reg- also avail of 60Mbps and 120Mbps internet speed with the a tradition to name TBMs after ‘walk in’ to be interviewed by ister and create an account on same perks for as low as P2,799 per month and P3,799 per women as a sign of good luck for the employer, and because there the website to start using the month, respectively. With a 24-month lock-in period, the the project ahead. Other famous are also more jobs available that service. plans are available for a one-time installation fee of P999. TBMs include Lady Bird, which match an applicant’s skills and Trabahanap will join job fairs Meanwhile, with a one-time SKY TechXperts service fee of dug Washington DC’s 13-mile his desired job,” noted Awiten. around the country to give ac- P1,200, existing subscribers can add the WiFi mesh model of sewer tunnel, and the world’s Among Trabahanap’s fea- cess to job opportunities to their choice (TP-Link Deco E4 or M5) with a flexible pay- largest TBM, Big Bertha. tures is a geolocation capability those with no internet connec- ment term. For more details, call 3418-0000 in Metro Manila, TBM Dalisay weighs 266 Trabahanap and CineMo head Mark Awiten (2nd from left), Creative Programs that will find job openings near tion. CineMo will also continue go to your local SKY office or visit mysky.com.ph. tons, has a cutting diameter of Inc. business development head Paolo Pineda (rightmost) and Trabahanap the job seekers’ homes. to air job postings at the end of 3.8 meters and is 113 meters product head Daryl Tecson (leftmost) with Department of Labor and “We believe that helping every program on ABS-CBN long. Designed and manufac- Employment officials Filipinos find jobs is just as TVplus. Subscribe to SKY online, get tured by Herrenknecht AG of Germany, she arrived on-site in Shopee vouchers! September 2018. TBM Dalisay SKYBIZ undergoes rigorous ‘Call of Duty’ team building will be used to build a 7.3-ki- The award-winning Creative Communications Management team led by Robert Labayen (center) SKY launch- lometer underground aqueduct SKYBIZ showed its team spirit SKYBIZ. 2020 is made to build, protect boundaries and always estab- es the Go passing under Commonwealth NINE ABS-CBN TV spots be ambassadors of the country, Down syndrome, took home a and tactical know-how in a “We at SKYBIZ believe and maintain as well as achieve lishing teamwork,” Arayata Online for Avenue—the first time in the that promoted positive values won gold in the same catego- bronze as well. “Call of Duty”-inspired team that the ‘SKYBIZ cadet’ for more by conquering self-made noted. Great Deals Philippines for a TBM being and showed moving stories of ry. All campaigns were produced building on February 12, 2020, with SKY used in an urban setting. Filipinos were honored at the ABS-CBN raked in silver by the ABS-CBN Creative with a whole day of physical and Shopee Awarded in August 2017, 11th Araw Values Awards of awards for “Halalan 2019,” “Gal- Communications Manage- and mental challenges at the promo to NBAQ4 will rehabilitate Ma- the Advertising Foundation of ing Natin Ito” and “Tipid Tu- ment (CCM) division headed Cristina Villas Hotel in An- give new sub- nila Water’s three existing aq- the Philippines. big.” by Robert Labayen. tipolo City. “Call of Duty” is a scribers dis- ueducts built as early as the Leading the list of award- The Father’s Day plug on the “When it comes to promot- famous video game series. counts of up 1930s. Once completed and ees for ABS-CBN is the TV success story of mechanical en- ing Filipino values, love for The 80-plus strong - SKY to P400 on their Shopee purchase. This promo is available to commissioned in 2022, the new spot “Pamilya Garcia is Love” gineer Rudy Gaspillo and the country, and caring for kababay- BIZ family came in their best anyone who is successfully installed with a SKY Fiber, SKY- aqueduct will be capable of de- about three soldier-brothers “TV Patrol” 30th anniversary ans, feel na feel ng team CCM military gear and went through cable or SKYdirect postpaid subscription via online applica- livering 1,000 million liters of who fought together during the feature on Nanay Dolores’ love ‘yan [loves doing it]. They cre- exciting military drills. They tion at mysky.com.ph within the promo period, February 11, water per day from La Mesa Marawi siege. The plug, which for street children also received ate from the heart,” Labayen capped off the night with re- 2020 to April 30, 2020. Qualified subscribers can maximize Reservoir to the Balara treat- was part of the network’s “Fam- silver awards. wrote in a Facebook post. freshing socials and awards for the convenience of applying online and, at the same time, get ment plants. ily is Love” Christmas campaign, The network’s 2018 Christmas Meanwhile, the late ABS- the best performing “SKYBIZ exclusive deals and perks such as Shopee discount vouchers; NovaBala JV Corporation, won a Platinum Award in the station ID, “Family is Love,” was CBN Lingkod Kapamilya cadets.” each voucher entitles users to a 10% discount upon checkout composed of First Balfour Love of Country and Respect for honored with a bronze award in Foundation Inc. chairperson, “To hear the ‘Call of Duty’ is of their beauty, fashion or home product purchases. To enjoy annual meeting dates (Philippines), CMC di Raven- National Customs and Traditions the Reverence for Family Unit or Gina Lopez, was posthumously to know that something must SKY and Shopee’s latest deal, subscribe to SKY online today. na (Italy) and Chun Wo Engi- category. Marriage or Responsible Parent- given the Tanglaw ng ARAW be done for the most noble rea- For more details, visit mysky.com.ph/shopee. May 13: First Gen, The Fifth at Rockwell, 10am neering (Hong Kong), signed The “One Love, One Pinas” hood category. “Elsa & Sarah,” a ng Kalikasan award for her son,” said Jon Arayata, head of May 14: FPH, The Fifth at Rockwell, 10am the design-and-build contract Independence Day campaign, Mother’s Day plug about a blind outstanding legacy in environ- in August 2017. which encouraged Filipinos to mother and her daughter with mental preservation. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline

 Lopezlink March 2020 KAPAMILYA COUNCILS Lopezlink March 2020  couch potato treats Biz Excellence Weekly action-drama ‘24/7’ an ABS-CBN earns 8 noms at 2020 NYF our very own By Kane Choa instant hit! ABS-CBN exec chosen as PH ABS-CBN News continues story of Balangiga hero Casiana EDC wins national safety award Julia Montes’ its stellar run in international Nacionales and “Tao Po (Is Any- ambassador for AAA By Frances Ariola return to televi- competitions after eight of its body Home)” for the documen- By Kane Choa sion was an in- documentaries made it as final- tary program “#NoFilter” that ENERGY Development Cor- The award was given to (OSH) towards zero accidents ments and contributions to stant hit as her ists in the 2020 New York (NY) showed the lives of a mother and “The AAAs have stamped poration (EDC) was recently EDC’s 108-megawatt (MW) in the workplace. MAGP’s OSH initiatives. weekly action- Festivals TV & Film Awards. her daughter with special needs. themselves as a highly cred- chosen as the National Oc- Mount Apo Geothermal MAGP health, safety and en- “We are deeply honored to drama series ABS-CBN DocuCentral His piece about the underly- ible, well-judged authority in cupational Safety and Health Project (MAGP), located in vironment (HSE) department receive these awards that rec- “24/7” became produced six of the eight fi- ing effect of measles (“Tigdas”) our industry and I’m extremely Champion at the Department Kidapawan, North Cotabato, head Eduardo Morales Jr. and ognize our painstaking efforts the number one nalists. They include Korina for the now-on-hiatus program proud to serve as its Philippine of Labor and Employment’s for the exemplary implemen- HSE officer Engr. Joel Handu- to maintain a safe and healthy show on Feb. 23. Sanchez Roxas’ “HIV Rising,” “Red Alert” is also a finalist. ambassador,” Bayani said as he (DOLE) 11th Gawad Kalig- tation of its safety and health gan both won a National Silver environment not only for all The series’ pilot which looked at the growing Another former NY Festi- accepted the appointment. tasan at Kalusugan (GKK) programs and its promotion of Award in the individual category employees of EDC, but also for episode recorded number of HIV cases in the val winner, “Local Legends,” Bayani is behind the block- awarding ceremony. occupational safety and health for their significant accomplish- all our stakeholders in our areas a national TV Philippines, and “Invisible,” added two more finalists for buster hits “Kasal,” “One More of operation,” said Morales. rating of 27% which tackled issues surround- ABS-CBN with its feature on firefighters, completes the- fi ABS-CBN Integrated Cre- Try” and “No Other Woman” Since 1991, DOLE has been compared to its rival show “Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko” (17.1%), ing mental health. Ric Obenza, who dedicated his nalists from ABS-CBN News. ative Communications head as well some of ABS-CBN’s giving the GKK award to estab- according to data from Kantar Media. The series’ first episode NY Festival Gold World life to restoring the forests in The awarding ceremony Robert Labayen also return most notable and well-loved lishments and individuals with saw Mia ( Julia) dying after attempting to get the vaccine that Medal winner Jeff Canoy’s three Davao, and the episode on art- of the 2020 NY Festivals TV as members of the grand jury, teleserye such as “Iisa Pa La- commendable safety practices in would save her son Xavier’s life. However, in a puzzling twist, documentaries made it to the ist Ramon Orlina. & Film Awards is scheduled with Reyes joining other media mang,” “Tayong Dalawa” and the workplace and in the com- as the grown-up Xavier (Tony Labrusca) presented his inven- final round—“Ang Babae ng DocuCentral’s documentary on April 21, 2020 in Las Ve- professionals from all over the “Budoy.” munity. The 11th GKK award- tion at an event in 2045, time traveled back to 2020, the year Balangiga (The Woman of Bal- “Alab (Ablaze),” which cele- gas. ABS-CBN Integrated world on the competition’s ad- Currently ABS-CBN’s head ing was attended by DOLE Sec. Mia died. The first weekly action-drama on TV, “24/7,” airs angiga)” that bared the untold brated the courage of Filipino News head Ging Reyes and visory board again. ABS-CBN executive and box for international production Silvestre Bello III together with every Sunday on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN HD. office director Ruel Bayani was and coproduction, Bayani led the other members of the board named an ambassador for the the network’s first foray into ‘90s kids, rejoice! of judges—Joji Aragon, OIC- Philippines in the Asian Acad- Hollywood production with Woman trapped in abusive mar- Undersecretary of DOLE; Noel emy Creative Awards (AAA). the international action series Binag, executive director of the riage finds ‘love in sadness’ He joins the list of leading “Almost Paradise” in partner- ‘Tabing Ilog’ returns as live stage musical Occupational Safety and Health media executives from Japan, ship with the US TV and film Center; and Edgardo Lacson, Australia, China, Hong Kong, outfit Electric Entertainment. Love becomes “TABING Ilog,” the Kapamilya “Tabing Ilog: The Musical” of Star Hunt artists, MNL 48 tal Kane and Justine Narciso will chairman of the Employers Con- New Zealand, Thailand, In- The AAA honors excel- dangerous when TV series that gave Filipinos the will run from March 7 to April members and theater actors, play Jerry Ricafort. Art Guma, federation of the Philippines. dia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, lence in craft and technical obsession takes ultimate ‘90s teen barkada, is re- 26 at the Dolphy Theater in including Kiara Takahashi, Abi Ian Hermogenes and theater ac- EDC is the world’s larg- Cambodia, Myanmar and disciplines across multiple over in the hit turning as a live stage musical! ABS- CBN. It will star a mix Kassem and theater actress Gab tor Franco Ramos will alternate est vertically-integrated geo- Bangladesh that the AAA platforms including television, Korean series Pangilinan, who will be alter- as Ely, while playing Sammy thermal developer, generating has chosen to be ambassadors digital, streaming and emerg- “Love in Sad- nating as Eds delos Santos; Sky Collantes are Brei Binuya from EDC’s HSE team led by Joel Handugan, Ronnie Andador, Drigo Rizo, Engellau Flores and Paulo Gooco receive the company’s 1,457.8 MW of clean and re- to the award-giving body. ing technologies. ness.” Park Han Quizon, Hanie Jarar and theater MNL48, theater actor Noel Co- award from the Department of Labor and Employment newable energy for the country. Byul, Sofia in “I actor Ian Pangilinan, who will mia and Lie Reposposa. Have a Lover,” take turns playing Rovic Mer- Joining them to play mul- takes on an- cado; and Batit Espiritu and tiple roles are Jojit Lorenzo, Special Feature other lead role Emjay Savilla who will alternate Paolo O’Hara, Agot Isidro and as a woman who as Badong Magtibay. Joann Co. has the looks Jem Macatuno, Gian Wang Members of the show’s artistic EDC, UP IB release ‘Wildlife Treasures’ and money but and Gabby Sarmiento will take team, meanwhile, come from the By Frances Ariola is locked in an on the role of James Collantes country’s premier theater groups. unhappy marriage with Franco (Ryu Soo-Young). Joseph, a while Argel Saycon, Ellyson They are composer and musical plastic surgeon, helps her by giving her a new face and iden- de Dios and theater actor Vino director Vincent de Jesus, direc- “NO kind is left behind in landmass, EDC is in a unique includes spreading awareness tity. Will this newfound identity finally allow her to break Malabot will play the role of tor Topper Fabregas and cho- EDC’s mission to build a clean position to contribute to biodi- on the importance of caring for free—or will Franco find her and bring misery to her life with Fonzy Ledesma. reographer JM Cabling. Writer energy future. EDC powers versity conservation. nature to his students and to Joseph? Fall in love with “Love in Sadness,” airing before “It’s From MNL48, Abby Trinidad and director Jade Castro bridges and protects people and planet, Published by EDC in co- various partners like EDC. The Showtime” on ABS-CBN! and Belle delos Reyes and theater the story from screen to stage. striking the right balance be- operation with UP IB, “Wild- published book and the launch actress Mia Canton will alternate Tickets are priced at P1,000, tween energy, biodiversity, and life Treasures” is proof of their event were the company’s trib- Cross-dressing assassins mix it up as George Fuentebella. Lou Ya- P1,200, P1,500 and P2,500 community.” long-standing and fruitful ute to him. nong, Missy Quino and theater and are available online in Thus wrote forester Liezel partnership that began 10 years “Wildlife Treasures” was in ‘The Tale of Nokdu’ actress Teetin Villanueva will KTX. Contact 0977-8360315 Salagubang in one of the chap- ago when EDC tapped the Ong’s brainchild that was play Corinne Ledesma. Shawntel for tickets and inquiries. (K. ters of “Wildlife Treasures,” a university to help firm up its conceptualized in 2017, im- A man who Cruz and theater actresses Krys- Choa) book on the wildlife species biodiversity conservation and mediately after EDC finished disguises him- thriving in Energy Develop- monitoring program (BCMP). documenting the 96 Philip- ment Corporation’s (EDC) geo- “We owe whatever success pine native trees that it had EDC president Richard Tantoco (2nd from left) with (l-r) DENR Asec. Ricardo Calderon, UPLB College of Agriculture professor self as a woman Dr. Susan Aquino-Ong, UP IB director Ian Kendrich Fontanilla, UP Diliman College of Science dean Giovanni Tapang and for an impor- WCOPA champ Ianna rolls out debut album thermal reservations and hydro- and positive impact that our identified, located and began power facility that was launched BCMP has to the environment propagating under its BINHI UPLB College of Forestry and Natural Resources professor emeritus Edwino Fernando during the unveiling of ‘Wildlife tant mission Treasures’ finds himself PROMISING vocalist Ianna Her debut album “IANNA” “Love is Spelled Y-O-U,” “Ka- in the University of the Philip- and to our stakeholders to UP greening legacy and forest res- falling for a dela Torre has launched her 11- is produced by Joel Mendoza hit sa Panaginip Lang,” “Alam pines Diliman Institute of Biol- IB’s former head and one our toration program. woman in “The track debut album under Star and features collaborations with Kong Nandyan Ka” and “Ang ogy (UP IB) Auditorium. country’s foremost scientists, Ong believed it was high 46 reptiles and amphibians, Representing the Depart- ways come at the expense of Tale of Nokdu.” Music, less than a year after she some of the best composers and Sabi Mo”; plus a revival of Ryan Proof of fruitful partnership Dr. Perry S. Ong,” said Richard time for the company to chron- almost half of them endemic ment of Environment and our environment, as evidenced Nokdu ( Jang inked her contract under the producers in OPM. Cayabyab’s “Kailan” and Rico J. Apart from generating 100% Tantoco, president and chief icle the wildlife biodiversity to the country. These include Natural Resources, Assistant by how the diverse wildlife have Dong Yoon) is out to find the female assassins who attacked music label. The newest single from the Puno’s “Together Forever” as clean, renewable, sustainable operating officer of EDC. in its sites to complete EDC’s the flying foxes in EDC’s Ba- Secretary for Climate Change thrived within EDC’s geother- his family. He meets Dong Ju (Kim So Hyun), a woman who The 17-year-old singer album, “Wala Kang Kapalit,” is well as a cover of David Foster’s energy for the country, EDC Biodiversity conservation legacy. con-Manito Geothermal Res- and Biodiversity Management mal reservations.” dressed as a man to kill the king. Nokdu follows the assassin to showed off her singing talent a modern classic ballad about “Through the Fire.” has been preserving the flora champion Robust habitat ervation in Bicol, the flying Bureau director, forester Ricar- EDC and UP IB will donate a village owned by widows where men are strictly prohibited; to the world when she joined one’s unending love for some- Ianna is one of the talents and fauna in its areas of opera- “Doc Perry,” as he was fondly The result was a publication lemur in its largest geothermal do Calderon said: “Here, we see copies of “Wildlife Treasures” he meets the person he least expects—Dong Ju, now in her the World Championship of one and the regret that comes to watch for under ABS-CBN tion with the help of its host called by friends and students, of vibrant photos and informa- reservation in Leyte, the owl a good example of a partner- to universities and other insti- true identity. Things get out of hand when Dong Ju discovers Performing Arts or WCOPA after the relationship’s inevitable Music. Listen to her eponymous communities for over 40 years. was dean of UP Diliman’s Col- tion on the robust habitat of and hornbill of Negros Island ship that has made a significant tutions, groups and individuals that Nokdu is himself a lady in disguise. “The Tale of Nokdu” in 2013, bagging the Junior end. debut album on various digital As the leading geothermal lege of Science and one of the fascinating species surrounding where its second largest geo- contribution in our conserva- with the hope that more people airs weekdays after “Sandugo” on ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Grand Champion performer Other tracks include the streaming platforms and view and Aljon Mendoza on ABS- power producer that manages country’s biodiversity conser- EDC’s power plants all over thermal reservation is located, tion efforts. The book ‘Wildlife will be inspired to commit to HD. and Champion Vocalist of the carrier single “Pinapa”; more the music video of “Wala Kang CBN Star Music’s YouTube watershed areas accounting vation champions before he the country—about 291 birds, and the iconic Philippine eagle Treasures’ is also a clear proof environmental protection and World honors. originals such as “Always You,” Kapalit” starring Karina Bautista channel. (K. Choa) for 1% of the Philippines’ total passed away in 2019. His legacy 43 bats, 25 other mammals and in Mount Apo. that development does not al- biodiversity conservation.   Lopezlink March 2020 Lopezlink March 2020 Executive Feature Norman Eusebio: Lifelong hotelier teaches, learns from millennials By Carla Paras-Sison

NORMAN Eusebio, CHA, tion, Phinma Hospitality Inc. premium rooms can fit either a SanTomas Suites has 40 spacious suites—34 premium rooms and six suites—equipped with a wide range of amenities to make guests feel at home; The hotel also houses a function room for meetings and social events for up to 100 manages SanTomas Suites, and Bright Note Asset Hold- sofa or an extra bed. persons, while the gym on the fourth floor allows guests to start the day right by breaking a sweat the 40-suite hotel owned by ings. The leadership position With boutique hotels the Lopez Group through offered to him as general mushrooming just outside IT’S MORE... partake of SanTomas Suites bigger slice of the business from of Tourism for the “Bring Your If a hotel caters chiefly to barako, kakanin like suman, and Grand Batangas Resort De- manager (GM) appealed to FPIP, Eusebio and his team from page 1 hospitality. “staycationers” and other types Fam to the Farm” project. businessmen, then golf can’t be kalderetang kambing, among velopment Inc. (GBRDI) and Eusebio, considering that are focused on sustaining their SanTomas Suites was built of tourists. “Millennials, especially far behind. SanTomas Suites, many others.” located in First Philippine most five-star chains in the success in attracting tourists, SANTOMAS Suites is billed in 2012 as a “higher category” It is during the weekend, those living in the condomini- being in the vicinity of several Before returning to SanTo- Industrial Park (FPIP). country would appoint foreign especially local Kapamilya, as the “home of executives” accommodation option to the then, that SanTomas Suites puts ums, have never been to a farm. golf courses—Ayala Greenfield, mas Suites, guests can drop by CHA, or certified hotel expatriates as GM. who will appreciate special in First Philippine Industrial park’s then 11-year-old Micro- on its more relaxed character. They think watermelons grow Mount Malarayat and Summit the newly opened pasalubong administrator, is an interna- Mabuhay Awards winner rates offered for Lopez Group Park (FPIP) in Sto. Tomas, tel. “The beauty of being a busi- on trees,” Eusebio observes. Point—offers golf weekends at center for souvenir items and tionally recognized profes- Starting with a staff of 15, members. Through partner- Batangas. It is this aspect of “The strength of SanTomas ness hotel is that we are full on FPIP’s linear park, which special rates that other hotels goods produced by women’s sional certification for hotel Eusebio oversaw the expan- ships with golf and country the hotel we see when we come is the size of the room and the a Monday to Friday because will formally open later this year, cannot match. groups and farmers’ coopera- managers and hospitality sion of the FPIP Microtel to clubs, local farms through over, capping a one-hour early amenities we offer. I think in that’s for businesses,” Eusebio is an integral part of the “Bring “Because of our partner- tives, Eusebio adds. executives conferred by the 78 rooms in 2008, and the the Department of Tourism, morning drive from the metro. terms of space we have the big- says. “We cater to engineers and Your Fam to the Farm” project. ships, guests can access all of “With our restaurant part- American Hotel & Lodging establishment of SanTomas schools and parishes, SanTo- Things are buzzing but mut- gest suites in the area of Batan- technical specialists who come The three-kilometer garden is these golf courses. You don’t nership with Millie’s All-Day Educational Institute. Suites in 2012. In fact, he mas Suites has become not ed on this last day of the work gas, which is a big advantage for to FPIP, so we’re stable in terms home to native and endangered have to be a member to be able Dining, we really want to ex- Holding degrees in Liberal was recognized as Winner just a place to stay for the week—the receptionist stands extended stays,” says Eusebio. of market base.” trees, different bamboo species to play,” Eusebio says. pand our live-in, live-out con- Arts-Asian Studies from De in the Manager Category of weekend. It facilitates bond- alertly at her post; members of Located on R.S. Diaz Ave. SanTomas Suites is also the and fruit trees. He adds: “We also organize ference market. We can create a La Salle University and Mas- the 2012 Mabuhay Awards ing activities for families and the cleaning crew are mopping cor. First St. in FPIP, SanTomas hotel of choice of visiting ex- “We plan to collaborate with golf tournaments, which is an lot of packages, because F&B is ter of Business Administra- of the Association of Human friends, or even for those seek- the corridors under the watchful Suites has six suites and 34 pre- ecutives of FPIP locators, some Bambike, the maker of bamboo added value that the others the heart of the hotel,” the GM tion from Ateneo de Manila Resources Managers in the ing me-time by going solo. eye of their supervisor; the clink- mium rooms. The suites feature a of which are among the world’s bicycles, so guests can bike in- don’t do.” shares. University, Eusebio has been Hospitality Industry. SanTomas Suites staff ing of silverware indicates that kitchenette, king-size bed, work largest multinational compa- side the park,” the GM notes. Immediate plans For now, Eusebio envisions in the hospitality industry for The Mabuhay Awards members are also encouraged the restaurant is in the thick of desk, high-speed internet con- nies. The more adventurous Of course, a vacation won’t SanTomas playing an impor- almost 30 years, beginning promotes outstanding service to go for professional certifi- preparing for breakfast service. nection and cable TV, among When things slow down on can try their luck at Mount be a vacation without food. tant role in helping increase with his first job as assistant excellence commitment among cation to ensure continuous It is in the restaurant where other amenities. Ranging in size the weekend, SanTomas is ready Makiling Forest Reserve, a part Eusebio declares: “It’s more fun tourist arrivals in their city, head concierge in a Makati Filipino hospitality industry learning and upgrade the level we sit down with general man- from 28 sq. m. to 38 sq. m., the to welcome visitors of all kinds. of which is located in Sto. To- in Batangas because we have which reached eight million in hotel. He worked all aspects professionals and rewards ex- of service given to hotel guests. ager (GM) Norman Eusebio suite is ideal for two occupants. FPIP has even made it easier mas. the original bulalo, lomi, kapeng 2019. of operations. becoming duty emplary executives, managers For example, sales supervi- and his team and, afterwards, The premium rooms, on the for non-locators and non-em- manager of a five-star hotel. and supervisors in the industry. sor Manilyn dela Cruz is a Meet the team other hand, take things a notch ployees to enter the park, in part Spotlight Eusebio first set foot in Nominations are open to all CHSP or certified hospitality higher with a bathtub, microwave to boost traffic to commercial FPIP in 2001, when he was hotels, resorts, restaurants and sales professional, a title which oven, refrigerator, and coffee and areas, Eusebio points out. tapped to manage Microtel events places in the country; recognizes the marketing and tea making facilities. At 34 sq. m. The GM has a list of attrac- by Wyndham Sto. Tomas, hence, Eusebio was chosen revenue management skills to 55 sq. m., the premium rooms tions that guests can try in this Batangas, a 57- over colleagues working in all she possesses and the profes- can comfortably accommodate first-class city nestled at the room no-frills types of outfits—local/interna- sionalism she exhibits. up to four guests. foot of Mt. Makiling. Whether hotel set tional; mid-market/luxury. CSR efforts These airy and generously visitors are weekend warriors, up through Today, he manages both As Eusebio rolls out the proportioned spaces are a San- millennials, foodies or the de- a joint the FPIP Microtel and San- hotel’s strategy to take advan- Tomas Suites hallmark in a vout, they’ve got a package for venture be- Tomas Suites with a total tage of the location’s built-in segment that’s notorious for of- it. tween First manpower complement of 45. faith tourism, farm tourism, fering cramped, musty or bare- For faith tourism, guests can Philippine Offshoot of Microtel success food tourism and ecotourism, bones accommodations. visit Padre Pio Shrine some 20 H o l d i n g s “SanTomas is an his team also attends to every Guests can de-stress in the minutes away from FPIP. The Corpora- offshoot of the success partnership each approach en- gym at the top floor and in domed church draws architec- of Microtel (Sto. To- tails, including corporate so- FPIP’s own Oasis Gym or swim ture buffs because of its intricate mas), which is a cial responsibility efforts with a few laps at the swimming pool design. mid-market hotel. Habitat for Humanity and of the neighboring Microtel. “We created a special room There was a rising Brigada Eskwela under the For conferences and seminars, rate for families so they would demand inside Department of Education. the SanTomas Suites function stay on the weekends. It’s one the park for a “I am surrounded by ener- room can fit up to 100 guests. way of supporting the church higher category getic young millennials,” he said, SanTomas Suites hosts a KCFI Learning Effectively through Enhanced and Evidence-based Pedagogies Just last month, SanTomas and the pilgrims,” Eusebio says. hotel,” he said. referring to the need to multi- workshop Suites opened the doors to History buffs can check out S a n To m a s task, work smart and, sometimes, its restaurant concept called the museum dedicated to one of rooms are rel- outside one’s comfort zone. Millie’s All-Day Dining. Put- Batangas’ famous sons, Miguel atively bigger His message for “Lope- ting up the new establishment, Malvar, who was a leading fig- A venue for collaboration in only two zLink” readers: “Now that which serves international cui- ure in the Philippine Revolu- categories: Batangas is recovering from SINCE 2015, SanTomas Suites has been the venue of all teacher trainings of First Philippine sine, is one of the hotel’s strate- tion. suite and the Taal eruption, help us Industrial Park (FPIP). The hotel also witnessed the donation of Knowledge Channel video gies to lure other markets apart Another family staycation premium. recover by visiting Batangas. packages to the schools in the cities of Sto. Tomas and Tanauan by Knowledge Channel Foun- Standing, l-r: Deseree Joy Velasco, accounting; Renz Miel Manalo, accounting staff; Mary Rose Atienza, front office agent; Joseph Varela, housekeeping from businessmen and locators. package covers a trip to the En- They all Tourism is vibrant. We have dation Inc. president and executive director Rina Lopez Bautista and former Department of supervisor; Ferdinand Nario, maintenance; Norman Eusebio, general manager; Patrick Pasahol, bellman/driver; Mark Aldrin Pulido, room attendant; Full house chanted Kingdom theme park have a a variety of offerings for every Education Sec. Dr. Fe Hidalgo. In addition, SanTomas Suites regularly serves as a venue for Mikaela Montero, sales associate; Manilyn dela Cruz, sales supervisor; and Tito Mercado, senior front office supervisor; Front row, l-r: Astly Rizelle While SanTomas Suites half an hour away in Sta. Rosa. kitchenette, kind of guest. Experience San- collaboration between FPIP, its locators and the local government units of Batangas. Alidio, room attendant; Jermias Aguila, painter; Gerald Eguia, housekeeping team leader; and Ryan Cañete, room attendant boasts of a full house during the SanTomas Suites is also and the Tomas Suites in Sto. Tomas.” workweek, the hotel is eyeing a working with the Department  CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY MUSEUM/VALUES  Lopezlink March 2020 Museum/Values Lopezlink March 2020 ‘G Diaries’ bags academic Ongoings excellence awards By Carissa Reyno Classic Filipino cinema meets a new generation

“MARAMING, maraming FEBRUARY 20, 2020, marked (1959), which included film salamat po sa award na ipinag- the first of three installments in students, enthusiasts and other kaloob ninyo sa amin. Alay na- Lopez Arts Initiative’s (LAI) guests. Nenita Eraña, grand- min ito sa kapatid kong si Gina Classic Filipino Cinema series. daughter of LVN scion Narcisa Lopez,” said “G Diaries” host Anchored on a few celebrations “Sisang” de Leon, was in atten- and Bantay Bata 163 executive such as National Arts Month, dance with her husband Rene director Ernie Lopez as he re- 100 Years of Philippine Cin- Reyes during “Ibong Adarna” ceived the Green Zeal Award ema, and Fringe Festival 2020, and expressed gratitude for the in Environmental Conserva- the dialogue and screenings LAI endeavor. tion for “G Diaries” at the 3rd were held at Pineapple Lab, a Film historian Nick Deo- Gawad Lasallianeta of De La cozy, community-driven venue campo opened the dialogue for Salle Araneta University. behind Rockwell Center. the LVN films, delighting the “This would not be - pos For three consecutive audience with interesting trivia Nick Deocampo (right) engages the audience during the prescreening dialogue L-R: Bapi Lopez Roy, son of Gina Lopez; Roberta Lopez-Feliciano, sister of Gina Lopez; Eugenio Lopez III, ABS-CBN chairman sible without her, without her Ernie Lopez, ‘G Diaries’ host (center), with the ‘G Diaries’ team (l-r): Rhovin Thursdays, the space fills up on the golden age of Philippine Luke, social media manager; Clarizza Marie Castillo, production assistant; emeritus; Karen Coloma, Licensing head; Cory Vidanes, COO-Broadcast; Cedie Lopez Vargas, member of the ALKFI board of hard work, sa pagmamahal niya with the scent of popcorn and cinema. He highlighted the Carlos Santos Jr., creative media and technical manager; Jhoana Raganit, trustees; Ging Reyes, ABS-CBN Integrated News & Current Affairs head; Rina Lopez Bautista, KCFI president; Susan Afan, sa kababayan natin at sa ka- curious conversations while perspectives of the time which restoration process and their ing dialogue included screen- ALKFI managing director; and Dr. Maria Luisa Puyat, member of the ALKFI board of trustees field director; Marivic Trinidad, executive producer; and Caitleen Rodriguez, indulging in the showcase of defined the storylines, produc- advocacy, Sagip Pelikula, which writer Ricky Lee and actor Joel likasan.” production assistant Since Gina Lopez’s passing archives from the ABS-CBN tion value and casts of the films. reiterates the importance of Torre. in 2019, her brother Ernie con- Archives and Lopez Museum Deocampo painted a picture of restoring films for future audi- Concluding the first of its tinued hosting the show into Philippines to deliver public cellence Award by the National and Library’s LVN Pictures Philippine cinema’s past, which ences. many initiatives, LAI remains ALKFI renames building its fourth season, introducing service. College of Science and Technol- collection. enabled the crowd to appreciate As the third installment of inspired to collaborate with the “Share the Love” bus that “G Diaries” was also given ogy (NCST) in Cavite during the A highly diverse crowd how far it has come. the series, this time featuring different arts and culture proj- travels to different parts of the the Makakalikasan Media Ex- 3rd NCST Dangal ng Bayan. joined the screening of the re- Leo Katigbak, head of an award-winning film from ects under the Lopez Group L-R: Jennifer Rivera of Lopez Arts Initiative; Julie Galino, ABS-CBN Film cently restored 4K versions of ABS-CBN Film Restoration, 1983, Marilou Diaz-Abaya’s companies, creating immersive Restoration; Nenita Eraña, granddaughter of LVN Pictures founder Narcisa in honor of Gina Lopez the LVN films “Ibong Adarna” also took part in the discus- “Karnal” was shown. Special experiences and expanding de Leon, and her husband Rene Reyes; Marga Villanueva, LAI; and Jodinand By Helen de Castro KCFI, DepEd renew partnership (1941) and “Biyaya ng Lupa” sion to give an overview of the guests during the prescreen- reach in the community. Aguillon, Pineapple Lab and Fringe Manila ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapami- safe, the environment evergreen for us to rededicate our build- lya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI) and protected, and families ing. It’s also a chance for the Seeds of Hope renamed its building Gina comforted in times of their foundation to recommit our Lopez Building in honor of its greatest need. She did not only service to the Filipino people late chairperson and founder of dream… she made them all now that we’re entering the The BB163 sourcebook ALKFI programs Bantay Bata happen here. (Gina lived for) new decade.” 163 and Bantay Kalikasan. love for country, for children, Gina Lopez Building houses In his speech, Eugenio for the environment and, most the different ALKFI programs: Spotlight on BEDUK Lopez III (EL3), ABS-CBN of all, God.” Sagip Kapamilya, Bantay Bata chairman emeritus, shared per- EL3 added: “This is a beau- 163 and Bantay Kalikasan. The By Dulce Festin-Baybay sonal memories of his sister: tiful reminder of how a selfless foundation implements projects “This building holds a lot soul… can make a huge dif- via multi-sectoral partnerships KCFI and DepEd renew their partnership to roll out ‘Basa Bilang’ who has been able to turn a new always discourage her, telling ment to the social impact that of memories of my sister Gina. ference by truly being in the in childcare and protection, ed- page in her life is “Christine,” a her that like most teen-aged the program has given to its This is where she spent more service of the Filipino.” ucation, environment, disaster KNOWLEDGE Channel Bilang” project, which seeks to cal and educational assistance mass communications gradu- girls from her town, she will beneficiaries of more than 20 than 25 years (as the) managing Noting that it was the sixth management and community Foundation Inc. (KCFI) and develop the reading and math to Filipino learners in cases of ate. Here is an excerpt from her just end up getting pregnant years. These sponsors are air- director and chairman… This is month since GL’s passing, AL- development. the Department of Education skills of kindergarten to Grade emergencies. story in the BB163 book: early and not finish school. lines, other foundations, civic where she dreamed of making KFI managing director Susan ALKFI celebrated its 30th (DepEd) renewed their part- 3 learners using curriculum- KCFI and DepEd have “Just a few months after “’Ms. Connie regularly organizations, overseas Filipino Filipino children smarter and Afan said: “It’s a good time anniversary last year. nership to roll out the “Basa based videos. partnered through the years her high school graduation, comes to Gen San to visit me. organizations, coin banks sup- The partnership also offers to bridge learning gaps among Christine’s father was laid off She makes the three-hour trip porters and the like. The BB163 the 10- to 12-month certificate five million learners in more from work. He also fell ill and just to keep me inspired and sourcebook will provide a list of course Program for Inclusive than 8,000 public schools and soon after died, leaving his motivated. We have a favorite longtime sponsors. Watch for Finally home and Innovative Master Educa- alternative learning system cen- family in deep debt. Christine’s bakeshop where we meet. She the BB163 book and see how tors, or PRIME, for teachers in ters in the Philippines. mother, a teacher, decided to reminds me to work hard and ALKFI has changed the world By Eva Mae Nares the primary grades. Meanwhile, Education Sec. “Kaloy” (center) says being a BEDUK scholar motivates him to study hard let Christine and her two other tells me that so many people of thousands of abused children “We are eager, excited and Leonor Briones said “learners siblings live with their aunt to want to help me so I need through the decades, and con- SHE could hardly contain her Through the Quezon City hopeful to reach more, teach today learn many things out- In the coming months, ABS-CBN tion on how to prevent and respond for short, was envisioned to enable them to continue their to be successful. I dreamt of tinues to do so. joy and excitement when she Social Services Development more and help DepEd improve side the DepEd sphere of influ- Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation to cases of abuse as well as general be an aftercare mechanism for studies. She would regularly overcoming poverty so I can saw her son walking towards Department, Eric was turned learning outcomes among ence.” She added that “it’s good Inc. (ALKFI) will be publishing the information on services that cater rescued children who had been send them money, but it was support my two siblings. There her. She welcomed him with over in December 2018 to Filipino children, especially to have Knowledge Channel most comprehensive information to the promotion of the well-be- reunited with their families. barely enough to cover her late is no motivation more powerful tight hugs and happy tears as a Bantay Bata 163’s Children’s in reading comprehension which shares information, facts book on one of its flagship programs, ing of the child. The hope is that It is an educational assistance husband’s hospital bills which than that.’ loving mother would. Her son Village for proper care and in- and mathematics,” said KCFI and data.” Bantay Bata 163. Titled “Bantay this resource book will serve as an project that provides K-12 in they continued to pay long after “In 2017, Christine finally was finally back home. tervention. Eric was described president and executive director KCFI is the only nonprofit Bata 163: To Love and Protect,” the inspiration and a valuable data- the form of scholarships to his death. realized her dream of finishing Twelve-year-old Eric Apura by his Children’s Village Rina Lopez Bautista. organization in the country documentary book is being written base for the public on the rights of deserving reintegrated children “Christine lost all hope of college. She earned a degree in is now with his family after he houseparents as obedient, kind The agreement also paves that develops and provides ac- to provide the public information children. With permission from the from Children’s Village and to ever going to college until a mass communications and is left their home in Rodriguez, and generous. the way for the donation of cess to DepEd K-12 curricu- about the experiences and expertise project coordinator of the book, Jenie those in a situation of poverty. church mate convinced her to now working to support her two Rizal for almost a year. He had Children’s Village promotes Eric Apura (5th from right) is reunited with his family after a few months’ stay at educational videos for senior lum-based education videos on that BB163 has developed through Chan of ALKFI, here is a portion As mentioned earlier, ben- apply for a BEDUK scholar- siblings. She is now working to- gotten lost and had no idea how the social and psychological Children’s Village high schools ravaged by ca- air via Knowledge Channel and its more than two decades of exis- of how BB163 provided the seeds of eficiaries of BEDUK are not ship. After acing the test and wards her goal of buying a house to return home. development of the child. Chil- lamity and armed conflict, as other ABS-CBN platforms, tence. It recalls the journey of the hope for many children (not neces- necessarily survivors of abuse interview, Christine was given for her mother and siblings.” “Bilang isang ina, napakahi- dren are cared for by housepar- best pa rin iyong nasa family ang tude to the program as well well as the implementation of online through www.knowl- program, from its beginnings, its sarily abused ones) through one of or rescued children of BB163. a scholarship at a reputable col- This is just one of the stories rap po na araw at gabi lumilipad ents and social workers by giv- isang bata kasi doon mabibigyan as to the houseparents of “EduKalidad sa Kalamidad,” edgechannel.org and youtube. growth and ongoing efforts to keep its projects, Bantay Edukasyon or But since the project recognizes lege in General Santos City. of a BB163 education scholar iyong isip ko. Kahit marami po ing them basic needs like food, siya ng pagkakataon na mabuo Children’s Village who served an alternative learning inter- com/knowledgechannelorg and itself relevant and better equipped BEDUK. the right of every child to edu- “It was Davao-based BB163 and there are thousands more. akong anak, talagang napakahi- shelter and education. ang sarili niya,” said Bantay as second mothers to children vention program providing offline through KnowledgeTV to respond to the new face of child cation, it is also a vital part in social worker Connie Casing It is quite touching to note that rap kapag ang isa sa mga anak ay “Bilang case manager ni Bata 163 social worker Jayson in need like Eric. Knowledge TV materials and and in the portable media li- abuse. But, most of all, the book STARTED in 1998, the edu- giving children a better future who motivated Christine to sponsors of BB163 of more Alyssa reaches for her dreams with hindi ko kapiling,” Myla Apura, Eric, sobrang saya ko na nahanap Tripulca. “Masaya ako na dito na ako sa adjusted Knowledge Channel brary provided to schools that intends to provide families, schools cation component of Bantay through quality education. finish her studies after learning than two decades ago continue help from Bantay Bata 163 and her Eric’s mother, said. natin iyong family niya… The Myla expressed her grati- bahay,” affirmed Eric. programming, plus psychologi- take its teacher training. and communities basic informa- Bata 163, known as BEDUK One of the BEDUK scholars that Christine’s relative would to assist the program, a testa- sponsor 10 LIFELONG WELLNESS 11 Lopezlink March 2020 Interactive Lopezlink March 2020 Glaucoma: The Sudoku Eats WTT participants join ‘ligtas’ Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin 5 reasons to keep coming back to The Grid sneak thief of sight lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para ang bawat nu- By Jannine Sy By Charizze Henson mero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, column at kahon. FOOD court dining used to his first food hall concept in the bags packing activity GLAUCOMA can happen to es the need for early detection Cuba Libre, Stall 9 mean grabbing greasy grub anyone. It can develop in any to prevent blindness caused by Philippines, chef Ton runs Mi- from fast food chains. These By Dimpy Jazmines age, gender, race or profession. glaucoma. chelin-starred restaurant Le Du days, food halls are all the rage This eye problem occurs “Having glaucoma doesn’t and Michelin Bib Gourmand in the culinary world with cre- when there is damage to the necessarily mean you will go award-winner Baan. He’s also a ative, often high-end concepts optic nerve usually associated blind. By undergoing annual judge on “Top Chef Thailand.” from celebrity chefs or innova- with elevated pressure inside comprehensive eye exams, we Cuba Libre tive newcomers. the eye. can diagnose glaucoma early Stall 9 serves Cuban mains, Prompted by the metro’s “We call it the ‘sneaky’ eye enough to save or preserve your sides and rice that you can burgeoning food hall culture, problem because the symptoms vision.” mix and match to your heart’s “Esquire Philippines” recently can be very subtle,” Asian Eye Comprehensive exams content. Or you can pick one of published an official power Institute glaucoma specialist Dr. Annual comprehensive eye the rice plates when you’re too ranking of the best food halls in Paul Gomez shares. “Glaucoma exams are highly recommended hungry to build your own plate. Manila and put The Grid Food usually affects the peripheral or especially for people who are Market on the top of the list. side vision, which may be un- over 60 years old, who have a “What The Grid manages noticeable to the patient. Only family member diagnosed with to do that other food halls don’t when the disease has become glaucoma, who are extremely is effortlessly combining the severe does the patient notice nearsighted, with a previous eye efficiency of a food court with the problem, prompting them injury or have been using ste- consistent quality and service to seek consult.” roids for a long time. in a cool modern setting,” reads Symptoms “Treatments like eyedrops the piece. Other symptoms include and surgery are now available,” As if being named the best severe headaches, eye pain, eye Gomez says. “But we need to food hall in Manila isn’t enough, redness, vomiting or haloes in know first the extent of the The Grid is giving us more rea- the vision. When it occurs in patient’s eye condition and the  Very Easy sons to keep coming back. children, they may appear to type of glaucoma before we  Easy Those reasons come in the have enlarged eyes due to con- can recommend the appropri-  Medium  form of new stalls, including stantly high eye pressure. If left ate treatment plan. Patients will Hard space for authentic Thai street undetected and untreated, glau- generally need lifetime treat- food by a chef that runs a coma may lead to permanent ment, but the main goal here Michelin-starred restaurant in blindness. is to lower or maintain the eye Bangkok, among others. Plus, There are different types of pressure at an acceptable level more seats to fit more hungry glaucoma, but the most common to prevent any vision loss. folks. Here’s a quick look at The ones are angle closure glaucoma “Living a healthy lifestyle can Pigeon Hole quality. That also Grid’s latest additions. At Stall 11, you’ll find a means servings are and open angle glaucoma. also be very beneficial,” he adds. Answer to Samyan Glaucoma Awareness Week “You can do regular exercises, FEBRUARY puzzle newcomer that serves hearty limited. Try them out Bangkok-based chef Thitid Gomez explains: “Angle maintain a balanced diet and Chinese rice bowls, Hong the first chance you Solution, tips and “Ton” Tassanakajohn is bring- closure glaucoma occurs when avoid smoking. Wearing pro- Kong-style fried chicken, and— get! computer program ing his love for Samyan Market there is blockage in the drain- tective eyewear while playing staying true to its name—fried Your Local available at street food to Manila by way of pigeon. Chicken and pigeons After a successful A number of Walk the Talk express their willingness to help age canal of the eye causing the sports or doing home improve- www.sudoku.com Stall 16 at The Grid. Aside from (WTT) activities are more than kapamilya in need. Because of fluid inside to build up; thus, the ment projects can help prevent are handpicked daily to ensure pop-up run at The just taking walks. The February this, sign-ups came in steadily symptoms can happen abruptly. eye injuries, too.” Grid last August, attendees of WTT, the monthly and quickly filled all the volun- In open angle glaucoma, the Asian Eye offers compre- Samyan, Stall 16 the Legaspi Village wellness activity participated in teer slots needed. drainage canal itself is dam- hensive eye exams and glau- OH... don’t need dull outfits. Stay favorite has found a by Lopez Group employees and Proudly wearing their respec- aged. The symptoms may not coma screenings. It has clinics from page 12 chic from day to night with permanent home in their families and friends, have tive company shirts, the Lopez be as dramatic as angle closure in Rockwell Center, TriNoma, a color-blocked office en- Stall 14. Here you’ll discovered this for themselves. Group kapamilya volunteers Your weekend companion semble. find modern Asian glaucoma, so there is a chance SM Mall of Asia, Commer- Laid-back doesn’t have to Over 60 Lopez Group ka- buckled down on the day of their that you will not know that you center Alabang and Santolan Your new beach essential dishes inspired by the pamilya responded to the invi- duty to do the different repacking mean boring. Wear the clutch If you don’t like carrying owners’ travels around have it.” Town Plaza. For inquiries and as a cross-body bag with a tation of ABS-CBN Lingkod tasks. They manned the assembly In observance of World appointments, call 8-898-2020 big tote bags to the beach, the region. 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Make it this March with official “Make It with You” foil print shirts and photographic pillows from The ABS-CBN Store! Shirts are available at P395 each and pillows are available for P495 each. Get them online at www.abs-cbnstore. com or visit The ABS-CBN Store at the G/F ELJ and G/F Glorietta, and at ABS-CBN Stu- dio Experience at the fourth level of TriNoma. (Pia de Leon)

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