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Dr. Karen Remo SO PROUD OF BANGKÓTA! Publisher and Editor-in-Chief

Dear Editor, January 01 - 07, 2021 • Volume 07 / Issue 31 Vince Ang This year is proving to be very exciting for many of us Filipinos in the UAE not only because of the General Manager positive developments the UAE has undergone, but also because of the upcoming Expo 2020 Dubai! Mark Nituma Our pavilion Bangkóta shows the grandeur of our artistry, reflecting our evident connection with each Editorial Director ‘BANGKÓTA’: other in the world. I am so excited when I saw in the last issue the design of our pavilion, because it SHOWCASING THE UNTOLD Neil Bie STORY OF FILIPINOS TO Assistant Editor truly introduces a brand-new Philippines with innovative features truly at par with world-class standards. THE WORLD The Philippine Pavilion in the Expo 2020 aims to showcase leading-edge art, architecture, and design in order to introduce to the world a Philippines that is Page 8 I am certain that it will rival the pavilions of other countries, and it will truly showcase the exceptional propelled by interconnectivity, and a culture of compassion and imagination Jamille Domingo - Marasigan talent of Filipino artists, designers and craftsmen.

Reporter Read on at page 6 Read on at page 7 Read on at page 11 I cannot wait to see Bangkóta! UAE ranks first in MENA, 10th Metro Manila, 9 other areas to OFWs not included in PH travel worldwide in treating COVID-19 stay under GCQ in January 2021 ban of countries hit by new cases COVID strain Butch Robles Senior Designer ERIN COLEEN QUINTO | UMM AL QUWAIN, UAE

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Emirates: Passengers checking in less than 60 mins on Jan. 2-3 will not be accepted for Pinay flight attendant found dead in Makati travel hotel on New Year’s Day Passengers physically checking in at the airport from Christine Dacera, a 23-year-old flight attendant, was found January 2-3 are requested to check in no later than 3 lying in a bathtub by her friend Rommel Galida, according to hours prior to departure, regardless of class of travel, the Makati Police. according to the latest advisory of Emirates airline.

COVID-19 vaccine now available across all health centres in UAE

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) Mother of slain flight announced that the vaccine for the inactive attendant recalls last COVID-19 virus is now available in all health centres conversation with daughter around the country to all citizens and residents The mother of flight attendant Christine above the age of 18, most notably elderly people Dacera, 23, who was found dead in a and those suffering from chronic diseases, as part Makati hotel is seeking justice for her of the ministry’s efforts to protect the health of the daughter. entire community. 3 UAE NEWS www.filipinotimes.ae JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid highlights UAE residents without health cards key UAE milestones in 15th anniversary may avail of free COVID-19 vaccine Hospital, Burjeel of his Accession Day Specialty Hospital, Prime Medical Center and Thumbay Hospital. In Umm Al Quwain, residents may receive vaccination in government centers, including Al Bait Metwahid. In Ras Al Khaimah, they may go to Expo UAE residents without health cards Center and Al Bait Metwahid of Idhn may avail of free coronavirus vaccine, The assistant undersecretary an official of the Ministry of Health and emphasized that for COVID-19 vaccine Prevention (MoHaP) said. to be effective, one must be inoculated Hussein Abdul Rahman Al Rand, with two doses of it within a time period Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of 21 to 28. of Health for the health centers and He also said: “The vaccine is secure clinics sector, told in an interview and is offered to age groups from 18 with Sharjah Radio and TV’s program years and above. There are doctors ‘Direct Line’, “The health situation in in the centers who examine visitors to the UAE is reassuring, and we call on make sure that the vaccine is suitable everyone to abide by the instructions for them.” and precautionary measures. Our wise Earlier, the MoHaP clarified that getting leadership has provided us with the inoculated with COVID-19 vaccine is not vaccine in all centers and it is provided mandatory for citizens and residents for free to everyone, both Emiratis and alike. However, the Ministry urges the On the 15th anniversary of his biggest legislative reform in our January, the members of the expatriates, even if they do not have elderly people and those with people at Accession Day, His Highness country through issuing more than UAE Supreme Council elected health cards, and there is no need for high risk of contracting the virus to get prior appointments.” Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid 50 new laws to help us adapt to Sheikh Mohammed as the Vice- the jab. These hospitals that conduct free The UAE registered China’s Sinopharm Al Maktoum, Vice President, the future.” President of the UAE. COVID-19 vaccine in coordination with the COVID-19 vaccine for public use in Prime Minister and Ruler of He added, “the UAE government On February 11, 2006, Ministry are spread across the country, December 2020, after it reported an 86 Dubai, highlighted the key was ranked the second in the President His Highness Sheikh according to a report of Gulf Today. percent efficacy rate. milestones that have placed the world in financial efficiency. We Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, In Sharjah, vaccination is provided Dubai has also rolled out a COVID-19 UAE as a leading nation in the restructured the government nominated Sheikh Mohammed at Al Zahra Hospital, Zulekha Hospital, vaccination drive using Pfizer-BioNTech region and the world through several times to keep pace with to become the Prime Minister of Central Hospital, Saudi German vaccine. an open letter he wrote to the the rapidly-changing world. We the UAE; the Council approved people of the UAE. doubled the federal budget by this nomination. Through celebrating 15 130 percent and boosted our Since then, Sheikh Mohammed years heading the federal competitiveness to make the bin Rashid has achieved great Dubai Police’s phone app notifies users of government, he addressed UAE rank the first globally in 121 strides in the UAE’s government the major achievements that indicators across various fields. work, establishing an approach temporary street closures, major accidents have transformed the UAE’s Our work is nowhere near the based on innovation and WAM: The Dubai Police General government work starting with end.” constant development. Through Command has launched a new feature on its smart mobile the first federal strategy of Recalling the major economic his futuristic vision, he has application, which notifies users 2007 to the announcement of leaps reaped through efficient been leading an astounding of temporary street closures and

the UAE Vision 2021 back in government performance, he development journey for the major traffic accidents. Pixabay from Pexels 2009. said, “Our economy is the second UAE, spearheaded primarily by According to Brigadier Khalid In his letter, Sheikh biggest in the Arab world, and young men and women who Nasser Alrazooqi, Director of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al our country is ranked the first are empowered to innovate General Department of Artificial Intelligence at Dubai Police, the Maktoum stressed that the regionally in attracting foreign and actively take part in the new feature parts of the force’s results of the UAE Vision 2021 investment and facilitating country’s achievements. Sheikh efforts to support and improve traffic police patrols, road users will be then are captured in the reality that business. We are leading regionally Mohammed bin Rashid’s management system in the emirate notified via Dubai Police app so they the people of UAE are living in in more than 437 global indicators, leadership is based on the through reducing traffic congestion and can seek alternative routes and avoid today. and our sovereign credit rating is main principle of investing in redirecting motorists to alternative routes. congestions,” the director of AI in Dubai “Providing the community with Police explained. He wrote, “We have the highest in the region.” the human capital out of belief smart solutions reflects Dubai Police’s Brig. Alrazooqi confirmed that this established the principles On January 4, 2006, Sheikh that people are the basis of any keenness to achieve the strategic service is expected to ease traffic flow on of strategic planning in the Mohammed bin Rashid became nation’s success. Thanks to this objectives of the government to roads and increase customer satisfaction, government. Excellence the Ruler of Dubai following the vision, the UAE has been leading transform Dubai into a smart city,” Brig. especially during special occasions, and competitiveness have death of his elder brother Sheikh on regional and global fronts Alrazooqi added. celebrations and national holidays. transformed into an institutional Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum, across many developmental “When a major accident that calls for The new feature is now available via a temporary road closure is reported Dubai Police smart app on iOS and culture. We carried out the the then Ruler of Dubai. On 5 fields. to the Command and Control Room or Android devices. 4 MUST READ JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 www.filipinotimes.ae Sara Duterte tops list of Presidentiable Philippine Red Cross aims to vaccinate candidates for PH 2022 elections – Pulse Asia 1 million Filipinos against COVID-19 The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) has expressed its plans to vaccinate up to one million Filipinos against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Senator and PRC Chairman Richard Gordon revealed that his team managed to vaccinate a million Filipinos for polio and measles, and that they plan to do the same once a COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for public use in the Philippines. “Ang goal namin one million [vaccines]. ‘Yan ang pinag-usapan Davao City Mayor Sara Moreno ranked 4th with 12% while namin ng aking mga staff kasama Duterte ranked first on the list Senator Manny Pacquiao followed ang mga doktor namin,” said of Presidentiable candidates at 5th with 10% Senator Gordon in an interview that Filipinos plan to vote for the Current Vice President Leni with CNN Philippines. upcoming 2022 elections. Robredo ranked 6th with eight However, Senator Gordon Pulse Asia’s latest survey percent of the survey respondents also stressed that while reveals that Duterte received who chose her to be the next they at Red Cross are ready 26% of the total votes, while president of the Philippines. former Senator Ferdinand Meanwhile, Moreno took the top to provide vaccines for “Bongbong” Marcos and Senator spot for the Vice Presidentiable the public, he blasted the Hanggang hindi nababayaran ‘yan, to date. Grace Poe tied in at 2nd with preference among Filipinos with Philippine Health Insurance we cannot go and commit ourselves “Ako makakakuha ako ng 14% each. 17% of the votes, closely followed Corporation (PhilHealth) anew again to baka another wild goose tulong sa ibang international Red Sara Duterte has yet to make by Duterte at 16%. for its longstanding debts for chase trying to get it out,” explained Cross societies pero syempre any official announcements if she Senator Tito Sotto came in third the COVID-19 testing that has the PRC chairman. at the back of their heads will be running for president for at 14% while Marcos and Pacquiao reached millions of pesos. He also stressed that while ‘Nanghihingi ka ng tulong pero the 2022 elections. tied in as Vice Presidentiable “We are going to do it with international donors may extend ‘yung utang sayo ng gobyerno Incumbent Manila Mayor Isko candidates with 11% each. the Red Cross kung papayagan help to the Philippines, they may mo… tinulungan mo na, hindi kami but again, ayaw ko pang also raise concerns as to why the ka binabayaran P800 million na pumasok diyan dahil ang laki government’s debts to the local Red aabot ang test, bakit ka hihingi Marine plastic pollution surges with estimated 1.56 pa ng utang ng PhilHealth. Cross organization remain unsettled sa amin?’” said Senator Gordon. billion face masks thrown in oceans this 2020 – study Feng Shui Master Hanz Cua says tech business to boom in 2021 ang social media online business, mga kinalaman sa visuals yan ang patok sa 2021,” Cua said. The ‘Year of the Ox’ is also a year that could be filled by calamities like earthquakes. Cua adds that since Ox is a A concerning wave of pollution single-use masks in order to preserve water element, people should brought about by the coronavirus the environment. remain vigilant. disease (COVID-19) pandemic is It also called on governments to do “Ang element ng 2021 harming the Earth’s oceans, with an the following preventive measures: is water we expect a lot of estimate of 1.56 billion face masks • Implement policies designed to calamities related sa baha, ulan, dumped around the world’s waters encourage the use of reusable at typhoon,” Cua said. according to a study. masks, such as releasing guidelines “Ang year of the ox ay earth Hong-Kong-based marine regarding the proper manufacture element. So we will expect also, conservation organization OceansAsia’s and use of reusable masks. may malalakas na earthquake study ““Masks on the Beach: The Impact • Foster innovation and the lindol bagyo at baha. Hindi of COVID-19 on Marine Plastic Pollution” development of sustainable po ito panakot. Paggabay ito, suspects that the irresponsible dumping alternatives to single-use plastic paghahanda sino makakaalam of face masks in the oceans will result masks. kung kailan darating. Kung tayo to an estimated 4,680 to 6,240 metric • Discourage littering by increasing ay handa mas maaari nating tons of plastic waste that will have a fines, and educate the public about Feng Shui Master Hanz Cua interested to go into business in maiwasan,” he added. negative impact on marine wildlife and responsible ways to dispose of believes that technology- 2021 should invest in something Cua drew flak from netizens ecosystems. masks. related businesses will prosper related to technology. after he forecasted that 2020 OceansAsia urges the public to rely • Repair and improve waste in the Year of the Metal Ox. “Computer, internet, cellphone will be a good year, which more on reusable masks as often as management systems to reduce In an ABS-CBN Interview, ay patok na patok pa rin. Sa turned out to be the worst year possible and for the proper disposal of losses and spillage. Cua said that people who are negosyo natin kailangan gamitin among Filipinos.

6 MAIN STORY JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 www.filipinotimes.ae FILIPINOS IN UAE EMBRACE 2021 WITH OPTIMISM

UAE begins 2021 on a high note with its massive roll-out of free COVID-19 vaccination drive. OFWs express confidence that the UAE would always prioritize everyone’s health and safety By Neil Bie

SCAN ME As a COVID-19 survivor, and experiencing how UAE cared and fought against COVID-19, I am with them in prayer and there is no doubt it will end soon. Malinaw yung mensahe sa akin na welcome ka dito, at iingatan kita

“As business owner, we are government for the provision of rent TO READ THE thankful that we survived 2020. discounts and payment extensions as FULL STORY And we’ve learned a lot especially part of Abu Dhabi’s stimulus packages Bionaflor Padrigo recovered from COVID-19 here in the UAE with the help of health authorities and frontliners at the Humanitarian City in Musaffah. since you never know how long this released for business owners to ease In April 2020, Abu Dhabi-based pandemic could last. We learned their worries on rent payments. OFW Bionaflor Padrigo contracted pandemic. The country launched to rethink the strategy from selling that you should learn to adapt to “With UAE’s continuous efforts the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). comprehensive initiatives and sports jerseys to manufacturing the needs of the times, protect your to fight COVID-19, this 2021 ay She got sent to a hotel for initial provided solutions for everyone to reusable cloth masks and has since cash on hand by spending it wisely, optimistic tayo na babalik na sa quarantine prior to getting her pull through the year. managed to continue providing and keep your employees informed normal ang sitwasyon, with safety test results. When Padrigo tested “As a COVID-19 survivor, and jersey clothes for those who would about your plans,” said David. precautions pa din syempre. In fact positive, she was sent to the experiencing how UAE cared and request in batches. She also thanked the UAE before 2020 ended, almost normal Humanitarian City in Musaffah - a fought against COVID-19, I am with dedicated quarantine area for them in prayer and there is no doubt individuals who have contracted it will end soon. Living here for more COVID-19. There, health authorities than 10 years, isang pribilehiyo ang and frontliners took care of Padrigo ma-witness at ma-experience ang until she got better by June 29. buhay UAE. Malinaw yung mensahe “Ako po mismo na-experience ko sa akin na welcome ka dito, at kung paano ang asikaso at pag- iingatan kita,” said Padrigo. iingat sa bawat patient. Everyone Almost a million Filipino expats was treated equally and the best living and working here bore po ang kanilang pangangalaga in witness as to how the UAE has risen terms of physical, emotional and to the challenge of the pandemic. health comfortability. Talagang may assurance that you are in good SUPPORTING GROWING hands,” recalled Padrigo, who works BUSINESSES as an optometrist in the capital. When the pandemic hit the UAE, Padrigo’s story is but one of the business owner Ann David was many inspiring stories that prove worried that her tailoring company how the UAE came in prepared would struggle when it comes to to protect everyone living in the demand since sports events came Business owner Ann David (3rd from right) said that her business survived 2020 thanks to the help of the UAE government and her employees who have stayed with her through the pandemic. country from the huge impact of the to a halt. However, she managed 7 MAIN STORY www.filipinotimes.ae JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 Abu Dhabi launches ‘Choose to Vaccinate’ campaign Dubai begins vaccination drive with free COVID-19 vaccines for all residents for frontliners, employees in vital

A Covid-19 vaccination campaign has launched in Abu professionals in government sector Dhabi under the supervision of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre. The ‘’Choose to Vaccinate’’ campaign asks everyone to get vaccinated to protect themselves against Covid-19, with the understanding that together we are protected. All UAE nationals and residents can receive the free Covid-19 vaccine. Abu Dhabi’s rigorous approach to managing the pandemic, including mass screening and testing and active tracing, has allowed the emirate to successfully maintain a low rate Dubai Health Authority (DHA) DHA will also shortly begin the of 0.39 per cent of confirmed announced that it has begun the same process for frontliners in cases out of total tests conducted vaccination drive for frontliners the private healthcare sector, as in the emirate. clinical trials that have contributed to the simplest and most effective and employees in vital they are a priority group. The vaccination campaign ensuring a vaccine is now available. way to stay safe. Throughout professionals in the government Dr. Al Khaja said, “In the aims to preserve the health “As we enter 2021, we want to history, vaccines have saved sector. first phase, Emiratis as well as achievements attained so far in ensure our people continue to be millions of lives around the world. Dr. Farida Al Khaja, CEO residents above the age of 60 curbing the spread of Covid-19, safe, which is why the vaccines have “Covid-19 will not disappear of Clinical Support Services years, people of determination, and ensures Abu Dhabi will undergone rigorous trials to ensure unless we fight back and the and Nursing Sector at the people with chronic diseases, continue to lead the way in their safety, efficacy and quality. I most effective way to do that is DHA and Chairperson of the frontliners in the public and comprehensively protecting the hope you choose to vaccinate to with vaccines. I hope everyone COVID-19 Vaccination Steering private sector and people in population. protect your health and the health chooses to vaccinate, to break Committee, said the vaccination occupations with the highest Sheikh Abdullah bin of our nation.” the infection chain and be a part drive is in line with providing COVID-19 risk are eligible. In the Mohammed Al Hamed, Chairman Dr. Jamal Mohammed Alkaabi, of victory against this pandemic.” vaccines for priority groups in next phase, other segments of of the Department of Health – Undersecretary of Department Immunisation through the first phase. society will be eligible.” Abu Dhabi, said: “The Covid-19 of Health - Abu Dhabi, said: “The vaccination is the safest and “These employees are public- In terms of the vaccine, she pandemic has challenged the approved Covid-19 vaccines most effective way to curb the facing employees, we are truly said, “Vaccination comprises world in an unprecedented are safe and will give recipients spread of Covid-19. Vaccinations thankful to all frontliners across of two doses, taken separately. manner. In Abu Dhabi, we the immunity needed to protect strengthen the body’s natural all sectors. We have received The gap between the two doses are proud to have prioritised themselves. I hope everyone immunity against a disease and the list of these employees is 21 days. The vaccine is given protecting our community and chooses to vaccinate to help get our have saved millions of lives in after coordination with in the muscle of the upper arm. curbing the spread of the virus, lives back to normal.” recent decades. relevant stakeholders across For the vaccine to be effective, while being active in finding Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director To learn more about the all government departments it is necessary to adhere to the solutions by partnering with other General of Abu Dhabi Public Health vaccination campaign, visit and we have booked their appointment of the second dose global leaders to participate in Centre, said: “Getting vaccinated is www.doh.gov.ae. appointments.” as per the stipulated time.”

naman talagang very impressive ang Among those who have already “Nung unang vaccine po ay “Welcome to your Second Home.” approach na ginawa ng UAE sa pag received their vaccine shots is Jean medyo nakaramdam ako nag Padrigo took a snap of the Abu Dhabi’s Humanitarian City quarantine sugpo sa COVID-19 at pagsalubong Mary Perdiz, a shadow teacher pagkahilo which is normal naman facility at Musaffah. sa 2021,” shared David. who has been working the country po yun sa side effect nung vaccine,” for 12 years. She shared that she said Perdiz who thanked the UAE MASSIVE VACCINATION decided to take the vaccine not only government for providing assistance CAMPAIGN to protect herself from the virus, but for frontliners like her to fight against Following months of countrywide for the welfare of the students she the coronavirus disease. sterilization campaigns on the teaches as well. “The UAE is always willing to streets, buildings, and public spaces, “Napagdesisyunan ko po na provide all the medical assistance, and mass testing for COVID-19 that magpa-covid-19 vaccine dahil po including free-swab tests, and has now reached over 21.6 million, sa school ako nagwowork para po now the provision of the COVID-19 the country became among the first sa safety ko at safety narin ng mga vaccine for frontliners like myself worldwide to approve two COVID-19 Mary Perdiz, a shadow teacher based studyante namin,” shared Perdiz. and residents too. On behalf of my in Abu Dhabi, got her first dose of the vaccines for use for the general COVID-19 vaccine during the UAE’s Perdiz received her first dose as fellow teachers, we wish to extend public: the Sinopharm vaccine from emergency vaccination campaign part of the UAE’s emergency use our sincerest gratitude to the UAE back in November. na ang lahat - what more now na China that underwent the third campaign last November 11 and got government from the bottom of our nagpapamigay na rin ang bansang phase of human trial in the country’s jointly created by laboratories from her second dose last December 5. hearts. We can proudly say that we into ng libreng COVID-19 vaccine #4Humanity Trials back in July, as USA and Germany that applied for She shared that she only experienced can defeat COVID-19 here in the para sa lahat ng residente. Kaya well as the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine emergency use in December. minor pains when she got the jab. UAE! Thank you,” she added. 8 ADVERTORIALS JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 www.filipinotimes.ae Enjoy the 100% Premium Quality Jasmine Rice experience at your home with West Zone Supermarkets

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As with exercising at any time, it’s important to The current recommendation of WHO for be safe, wear good footwear, start slowly, and give Staying at home for prolonged periods of difficult to find the motivation to exercise. With the adults is to aim for at least 150 minutes of your muscles and tendons time to adapt to any new time can give rise to a significant challenge challenges of working from home and limited access moderate intensity activity every week (or 75 activity, not to forget the simple guidelines to follow for remaining physically active. Sedentary to fitness facilities, you may be finding it hard to stick minutes of vigorous intensity) with two sessions when you are doing outdoor activities: wear a mask, behaviour and low levels of physical activity can to a workout routine, but there are number of ways to of strength building activities per week. That’s maintain a safe distance from others, and frequent have negative effects on the health, well being do it if you are really determined to keep active and about 30 minutes of movement, five times per hand sanitising/washing. and quality of life of individuals. healthy during this time. week. It’s also okay to break it up. Two 15-minute It is important to give priority to our Even a small amount of activity can make a huge workouts or three 10-minute workouts can HOW MUCH EXERCISE IS ENOUGH? physical and mental health during this time difference to how well you think and feel. Exercise is benefit you just as much. Include warm up and During this time of uncertainty and fear, it’s of uncertainty, and the importance of staying one of the most powerful tools we have for staying cool down time as part of your workout—as important to remember that when it comes to active during Covid-19 will help us to overcome physically and mentally healthy. well as some activities around the house or exercise, something is always better than nothing. worries and fears among ourselves. Exercise can help ease depression, stress, and workplace. Going for a walk around the house or workplace will As many of our daily routines remain restricted anxiety, and aid in the management of chronic Start your exercise plan now and enjoy the not only stretch your legs but help clear your head during the coronavirus pandemic, it can be conditions, such as high blood pressure and weather!. 9 ADVERTORIALS www.filipinotimes.ae JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 7 organizing tips from IKEA Al Wahda store to maximize your small space Living in the UAE usually to combine just that with a hollow space where you can fit in leads many Filipinos to different types several items. accumulate items that would of shelves Under the bed. No - there’s no monster under lead them to pile up at every along your your bed. Instead, there’s a gigantic amount of space in their home. wall through a space you could be missing out on! 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Tradition & Resolution at Grandest fireworks of the Burj Khalifa Historical Places right in the heart of Dubai Photo by: James Aquino Navarro Photo by: Mark Pagsibigan Location: Al Seef, Dubai Creek Location: View by Dusit, Dubai Fireworks at the Beach Photo by: Allen Sotingco Location: Dubai

Global Fireworks Display Photo by: Anthony Evan Gamo Glimpse of Light in the darkness Location: Global Village Dubai “Siblings by Heart ‘’ - having Photo by: Joseph Parado discussion about the 7 Location: Reem Island, Abu Dhabi Fireworks that they will be witnessing that night. Photo by: Marlyn Moises Location: Global Village, Dubai

Colorful New Beginnings Photo by: Michael John Urbano Location/Emirate: Galeria Mall, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi

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Aries (March 21 – April 19) Libra (September 23 – October 22) It’s time to shake off the dust and dive into the new year, Aries. The moon plows Be very gentle with yourself this week, Libra. You’re likely caught up in the post-holiday through busybody Virgo all day, helping you tune into your current to-do list. You undertow of stirred up feelings that require alone time to process. The moon roams may be particularly aware of any underlying health issues this week. If there’s through introspective Virgo this afternoon, encouraging you to pull away from the any build-up of stress, you’ll find exercise to be an extremely helpful outlet. Luna demands of other people and to reinvigorate yourself through restorative actions. connects with mold-breaking Uranus and the identity-defining sun, promising to Luna’s link to insightful Uranus and the identity-defining sun helps you ground down help you keep things fresh on the work front. while dealing with new revelations. Lucky Color: Mauve Lucky Color: Carnation Pink Lucky Numbers: 08-14-16-25-34-42 Lucky Numbers: 09-19-20-26-33-38

Taurus (April 20 – May 21) Scorpio (October 23 – November 21) Sunday’s skies are built for your leisure, Taurus. The moon cruises through down- Sometimes, our friends are the only thing that keeps us sane, Scorpio. That feels to-earth Virgo all afternoon, stopping for a supportive visit with change-bringer especially true this week, as the moon cruises through down-to-earth Virgo and stirs Uranus and the self-confident sun. Ideally, this week would be best spent pouring up your need for connection to your chosen community. Luna forms a supportive link your energy into a creative field that brings you joy. Your self-expression is likely with surprise-bringer Uranus and the identity-defining sun this week, helping supply a to break through to new levels as well, helping you embrace important changes steady flow of important change and conversations on the relationship front. on the relationship front. Lucky Color: Silk White Lucky Color: Cornflower Blue Lucky Numbers: 10-21-24-37-39-41 Lucky Numbers: 01-16-20-21-39-40

Gemini (May 22 – June 20) Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) The universe is asking you to slow your pace this week, Gemini. The moon cruises Sunday’s skies find you ready to get busy, Sagittarius. After a few days of some through reflective Virgo all afternoon, meeting up with insightful Uranus and the welcomed leisure, the cosmos offer you the chance to get a head-start on important self-affirming sun on her path. These connections imbue the day with a surprise or work regarding your career path. Productive action paired with a refreshed two, but ones that are likely to be positive. You’ll be happiest in the comfort of your perspective is the easiest way to feel in sync with yourself this week, as the busybody home, unwinding and listening to the new revelations breaking through. Virgo moon aligns with the self-confident sun and novelty-bringing Uranus. Lucky Color: Vanta Black Lucky Color: Neon Orange Lucky Numbers: 07-11-13-31-33-38 Lucky Numbers: 07-13-18-19-28-31

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Andrea Brillantes finishes dream home for family

By Trisha Tan

to work harder. I’m so happy you made it this year with everything that happened, (I’m) soooo happy,” Andrea wrote. She also thanked her fans and Willie Revillame finally met his family to yours!” Merryl wrote. brands that supported and trusted grandchild with daughter, Meryll In 2019, Joem got separated from his her and for making the dream Soriano. ex-live partner, Crisha Uy. The couple project possible. On January 2, Meryll shared a photo had been together for eight years. In February, Andrea said that it of Willie and his grandchild with the “Paano ko ba sasagutin ‘to… eight has always been her dream to have caption ‘with Lolo’. years. Nagkaroon lang siguro ng… a home she and her family can call Meryll’s baby is the child of her ex- hanggang doon lang talaga siya. their own since she was little. boyfriend turned lover, Joem Bascon. Kasi kapag pinilit, lalo na on my side, “Nag-start akong mag-audition, The actress announced on Instagram siguro mas gugulo pa. Mas magiging extra-extra, noong four years old that she and the actor got back magulo. So, I guess, hanggang Kapamilya actress Andrea walking into her newly-built three- ako. Tapos extra pa lang ako noon together on her Instagram account on doon ko lang talaga kaya at hindi na Brillantes is grateful for fulfilling her storey home. gusto ko na ng bahay na sarili New Year’s Day. i-continue,” Joem told Pep.ph in an wish of building the dream home “You were my longest (10 years) and namin ng pamilya ko. Hanggang “2021! May this year be kinder to us interview last December 2019. for her family. most difficult dream to come true. You sa nag-audition ako ulit ng seven all. May we all find peace, joy and love. Joem and Meryll were in a In an Instagram post, the 17-year- have always been at the back of my (years old). After nine years, eto na!” New year, new hopes, new positive relationship from 2008 to 2009. They old actress shared a photo of her mind since I was young, pushing me she said in a Youtube vlog. outcomes. Happy New Year from our got separated a year after. 15 ADVERTORIALS www.filipinotimes.ae JANUARY 08 - 14, 2021 Skechers offers affordable shoes for kids this holiday season

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