JULY 2016 CONFIDENTIAL NO WAR WITH CHINA OVER LITTLE ISSUE DAVAO - President-elect Rodrigo Duterte said the country’s territorial Kapuso Star adds Glamour to Pinoy Fiesta dispute with China over some shoals and reefs in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea) is no reason for him to engage the mainland in a shooting war even with the backing of the US military. During his speech at the Davao City Business Forum, the incoming President made his policy clear against further fan- ning the conflict over such a “little” issue as the Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal. “I will not go to war [just] because of Scar- borough Shoal. The shoal is not a territorial issue but [involves] exclusivity [of ] economic zones,” he explained, Duterte said he will wait for the judgment of an international arbitra- tion court on a complaint filed by the Philippines against China before de- ciding on his next move. “We will wait for the arbitral judgment, then I THE NEW LOVETEAM will decide,” he told his audience. Jodine The court is expected Philippine star to hand down its ruling Nadine Lustre in July. poses with Duterte criticized the LM Confidential outgoing administration publisher Jose “Joey” of President Benigno Baking during Aquino 3rd for giving the sponsor’s priority to acquisition of brunch at expensive items such as Casa Manila. FA-50 fighter jets instead SEE UNCROPPED PHOTO of using the money for ON PAGE 23 more practical purposes.

GMA7 Kapuso star Tom Rodrigues adds star power and glamour to the Pinoy Fiesta Beauty Pageant of the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF). TOP left, he poses with Miss Teen Philippines 2016 Chiara Silo. TOP RIGHT, he poses with Miss Philippines 2016 Krista WAR WITH CHINA Bella. LEFT, Chiara Silo performs at the Taste of Asia 2016. ABOVE, Lea Alinsod, Chiara Silo and Patricia Gacula pose for photos. ABOVE continued on page 25 RIGHT, Miss Teen Philippines 2016 Chiara Silo poses with Mrs. Philippines beauties. Starstruck Fiesta Friends High on Love

Philippine actor Gabby Concepcion poses Camilineos President Harold Guarin Philantrophist Dr. Solon Guzman, Senator Tobias En- with Chatt de Leon and Mel Galeon of FV of Roadsport Honda poses with nverga, MP Peter Kent, MPP Laurie Scott and PCCF’s Producer Belinda Reyes and family poses with Foods when he joined JDL’s play “Girl, abeautiful guest at the Camilineos VP Rosemer Enverga enjoy the Pinoy Fiesta entertain- Jadine stars Nadine Lustre and James Reid at Ikakasal ka nga ba?” annual Fiesta dinner and induction. ment. Prestige Nightclub. JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 1 2 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 Nicole Samantha Huff

BEAUTIFULA Hollywood-themed Red Carpet event, a @ 18ter” first dance where Nicole changed from her God, over the past 18 years of her life, and as she magically inspired ambiance that transformed stunning red gown to another beautiful red ventures into adulthood, she shared her blessings each detail almost to its perfection with the princess gown. The father was quoted as saying, by giving back to the community. She requested ballroom filled with red, black and gold balloons, ‘Tonight you become an adult and now you will her guests to bring non-perishable items to be the hallway entrance finely decorated with a learn to become a responsible woman’. Hopping donated to the Toronto Food Bank, cash dona- magnificent 18th birthday ice sculpture and a from one designer gown to another, fittingly, tions to the Toronto Sick Children’s Hospital star-studded eventful experience of a lifetime, Nicole became the ‘Princess’ of the Ball. Beam- and Children’s Wish Foundation where Nicole was indeed a dream come true for a bubbly girl ing with joy, she was presented with 18 red roses plans to volunteer at this charitable organization who has blossomed into a young woman, Nicole by 18 distinguished gentlemen, who were lucky and the proceeds from a 50/50 draw was given Samantha Huff, beautiful at 18, in her “coming to have gotten the rare honor to dance with her. to the United Way Foundation. of age” wore a stunning red gown with a long Furthermore, a group of 18 hand-picked ladies, Nicole, the debutante, turned 18 on April and flowing intricate train, fit for a Princess, took turns to light the candle with each being 21st. Graduating in Grade 12, she has been an coutured by a well-known designer Piter Otor- given the opportunity to share a few words of honor student for the last four years at Cardi- dos, of Pitcouture from the Philippines. Piter wisdom to the celebrator. As well, 18 treasures nal Carter for the Arts in the Drama program. has been designing Nicole’s costumes and gowns were presented to Nicole by her close family and Though Nicole was accepted at the University since she was a little girl. lady friends. of Toronto and York University, and her dream The lavish and elegant Debutante’s Ball was Ably hosted by Scott Dion Brown, an actor, university is to go to UCLA in Los Angeles, thrown by Mr. and Mrs. Terry and Eva Oribiana model, producer, filmmaker and the lead singer CA, she accepted the offer from Ryerson Uni- Huff, in honour of their one and only daughter, of the rock band ‘Symphony of Nine’. The flow versity for RTA Media Production. Nicole plans Nicole Samantha Huff. Embracing and preserv- of the program was well coordinated by Monica to major in Television, Radio and Media and ing our very own cultural tradition of the Phil- Oribiana and Nesel Batle. Music was provided minor in Film and French Language Studies. ippine Debut, the HUFFS have from the time with white or red wine, coffee and selection of by Tony D’Souza of DJ Elite. Credits went to Someday she would like to own a performing their only daughter turned 18, have adopted teas, to a lively entertainment performed by the the Staff of Omni King Edward Hotel; Make- arts school or become a director, or a producer the concept of holding a Debut. The grandiose debutante herself, with her expertise in playing a up by Sonia from Mac; Hair by Nazi; Photo- or an executive in a film studio like Disney, celebration took place at the elegant Omni King couple of her finest piano pieces and a signature booth was provided throughout the evening; the Nickelodeon and Universal, or in a TV network Edward Hotel in Toronto, Ontario on Sunday, rendition of her all-time favourtie song “Memo- amazing pre-video and post-video presentations like CBC or CityTV. May 29th, 2016. ries”. Nicole, together with her cotillion court, and SDE (same day edit) photo coverage by Fittingly, as you all know, our debutante Guests were given the red carpet treatment comprised of Loren Amaral & James Terrasi, the talented Goody Cambay and crew; and the Nicole, the star and princess of the night is a as they make their way into the Vanity Fair Jennifer Ho & Jack Zheng, Natalia-Maria owner, Carol’s gorgeous presentation of the multi-talented young woman. She is what peo- Ballroom. Relatives flew from as far as the Phil- Amoroso & Alexei Otckaasov, Katerina Gon- birthday cake and cupcakes baked by Nanay ple in the entertainment industry call “a triple- ippines, Singapore and USA, colleagues from charouk & Jake Portnoy, Calista Buckingham & Taling. threat”. She can sing, dance and act. She is also a the famous TV series “Degrassi” were present, Kalem Noel, Amanda Incognito & Jake Zegil, Highly notable performances of the evening figure skater, plays the piano, guitar, violin, flute classmates, close family friends and business Shawna Shub & Justin Garcia, Makayla Myrick were rendered by Maria Panaligan, a singing and clarinet. On top of that, not only she is a associates did not miss this unforgettable occa- & Snicker Huff and Nicole & her escort, Jacob idol champion; Gian Carlo Bobila, an award- first degree black belt in Karate but is very fluent sion. Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres was served Korenev, a ballrom dance champion under age winning singer; Tony Yang, a young piano in French language, as well. Nicole played the as the guests arrived. They were also treated 21, who made the grand entrance to the Vanity player; Richard Walters, an actor best known character of ‘Gloria Chin’ in the Degrassi Season from a sumptuous Entree of Riesling Marinated Fair Dance Ballroom. for his role as ‘Tiny’ in the famous TV series 14, “Don’t Look Back” episode. Supreme of Chicken, served with Herb Roasted The highlight of the evening was the Degrassi; Ava Agustin, a Canadian Joey award Indeed, it was yet another memorable evening Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables, Watercress, presentation by the debutante and her court nominee; and a fine execution of a Latin ball- of elegance, sophistication and an all-around Frisee and Arugula Salad, Toasted Pumpkin of the “Cotillion de Honor”, thoughtfully room dance performed by a duo, Alex Maslanka classy celebration by THE HUFF FAMILY Seeds, Orange and Pickled Red Onion Vinai- choreographed by Inessa Roliz, a Russian dance and Christine Budniak, both a successful for a well-deserved debutante, MISS NICOLE grette, Chocolate Espresso Tiramisu Parfait and champion and choreographer. Notably, the most ballroom dancers. SAMANTHA ORIBIANA HUFF!/sl Black and White Terrine alternating dessert, endearing moment was the “Father and Daugh- As Nicole has been profoundly blessed by

Pinoy Fiesta 2016 brings star-studded extravaganza to Toronto

Another smash hit and successful Pinoy Fiesta 2016 has They were very friendly, approachable, down to earth and worried about their insurance coverage. But no worries, come and gone. Philippine Canadian Charitable Founda- the crowd loved them to death. And PCCF VP Rosemer everything turned out well and nobody was injured. Here’s tion (PCCF), the organizer is now preparing, anticipating Enverga seems to be going apoplectic (I Love that word) looking forward to next years’ Pinoy Fiesta festival. and awaiting for next year’s festival. This year, Kapuso stars or having a near heart attack every time the stars get off Tom Rodriguez and Betong Sumaya did not disappoint. stage and mingle with the crowds. It turns out she was

Designer Nina Ricci and choreographer Kim Hazen Mahistrado Alev Usta and Val Yujuico read poses with Miss Teen Philippines 2016 Chiara Silo and Miss the results. Philippines 2015 Nathalie Ramos.

Miss teen Philippines 2016 Chiara Silo, Miss Philippines 2016 Krista Bella, Miss Philippines 2015 Nathalie Ramos and Miss teen Philip- pines 2015 Ansha Joy Hipolito pose together.

ABOVE, Scarborough Toyota is a major sponsor.

LEFT, Miss Teen Philippines 2016 Chiara Silo poses with runner-up Lea Alinsod.

JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 3 Wat Da FACT? BY JOSE BAKING Election was like Mixed Martial Arts

With one exception. Apparently Mixed martial Arts, more popularly known by it’s acronym MMA has rules that combatants folllow. if they break one rule, they get ABOVE, PCCF Little Miss deducted points. Philippines perform at taste The combatants and their supporters of the recently-conluded Philippine elections of Asia. seems to have broken every rule of the Commission of Elections but nobody got RIGHT, Anna Eusebio deducted points. Everyone and everything is fair game. Fake news were floating (RIGHT) and company poses around. And with social media, it was har to keep up with what is fake and what at their UMAC booth. is real. If it appears on social media, it seems everybody believed it without even thinking. Even the old media, not wnating to be left behind, started using articles they get from social media. Somebody uses a photo of a murdered person and they wrote stories that the person was killed by Duterte followers. Then, there was a video of supposed Duterte followers tracing a perrson who wrote IS training wanted threatening statement against President-elect Duterte. Nobody even knows if it is real of they filmed their own movie. criminals in PH Then, there are still people who are trying to bring the election back to the stone age by insisting on a paper trail for voting. MANILA - The Islamic State (IS) is said to be establishing its Southeast Asian unit in the Philippines to augment its forces in the Middle East, Reuters Failing that, they resort to giving technical explanations why they were not has reported. supposed to lose on a certain geographic electoral area. According to the report, the IS picked several most wanted criminals and insurgents in the Philippines to head the regional faction. The techno-jargon jsut boggles the mind. it is like watching a TV show or movei The Philippine military intelligence, however, is verifying the video recently cir- where the characters say the lines so fast, viewers assume they are based on fact when culating online showing young males wearing military fatigues and bearing arms training while holding IS flags as part of their operation in Southeast Asia. those lines are nothing but the creation of cretive minds. A portion of the video also showed a firefight set in the mountains but it is not CSI is one of those shows. clear where the video was taken. A Malaysian militant identified as Mohd Rafu Udin told the men that if they If it looks believable, it must be real. won’t be sent to Syria, they will be assigned to join IS forces in the Philippines. Like I said, the fake news were coming out faster than real journalists In an earlier report by the Inquirer, Abu Sayyaf leader Isnilon Hapilon is said to be the overall leader of IS in the Philippines. A man in the video speaking caninvestigate them. in Filipino encouraged fellow fighters to follow Hapilon and be cautious with The danger is that people believe them without thinking. incoming President Rodrigo Duterte’s “deceitful tactics.” The Philippine military dismissed the video as propaganda and discouraged the public from further spreading it. According to Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, chief of Malaysia’s police counter-ter- rorism unit, however, the video should not be treated as propaganda but a serious LEFT, PCCF threat in Southeast Asia. Miss PTeen Philippines 2016 poses with boyfriend Danny Despa.

RIGHT, PCCF Study finds that yes, runners-up Jona Bernal and Shanaia Tabuac you can take photos hams it up for the cameras. and enjoy an experi- ence too

As smartphone picture-taking has become ubiquitous, so has criticism of it. It’s become a com- mon refrain to Submit ads & press releases by hear that taking pictures detracts July 15 for theAugust 2016 issue. from fully enjoy- ing and experi- encing an event, whether that’s a ittle anila Confidential concert or a papal L M visit. To be truly in EDITOR: Jose Baking EMAIL: [email protected] the moment, you TEL: 416-945-2336 PUBLISHED BY: Match International Group shouldn’t be taking photos. Depressing stuff, but a new study presents a different view, one CORRESPONDENTS: that photographers would probably agree with: taking photos . . enhances enjoyment of experiences, rather than detracting from enjoyment. A previous and much-cited study looked at the effect of photo- taking on memory, and found that people taking photos of objects at a museum were more likely to forget what they’d seen than people who hadn’t taken photos. This new research focuses rather on enjoyment rather than recall. Froilan Baking Sheila Camangian Noli Gumapac Raymond Santos Jojo Taduran According to lead author Kristin Diehl, ‘unlike checking your email or texting, [...] photo-taking actually directs you towards CORRESPONDENTS the experience’. NOTICE The research mostly focuses on use of a simple camera for tak- The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in LM Ed Tubale Confidential only & not for use for other publications. The exception ing snapshots, both in real-life situations like a city bus tour, and applies if the advertising material was supplied by the advertiser. simulated scenarios. Again and again, participants in the study www.FilipinoGoodLife.com who were directed to take photos reported higher enjoyment of www.LMConfidential.com the experience than those who could not take pictures. 4 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 Honey Shot Her favourite food is bulalo. She plays ultimate frisbee and chess. Her favourite QC drug users who book is Cathcer in surrender now will the Rye.Her dream Nadine ‘not is to travel to learn new skills, as- different countries. sisted in landing jobs ready’ for We wish her all the luck in her goals. QUEZON CITY - Is this a good incen- FHM tive for drug users to change their ways? After gracing the list of the Philip- The local government of Quezon pines’ top men’s magazine, Nadine City is launching an all-out war on Lustre said she won’t be walking the illegal drugs starting Jul 1, a day after ramp on FHM’s annual victory party. incoming President Rodrigo Duterte is “Super flattering pero parang hindi inaugurated into office. ako ready for that,” Lustre told the Until then, mayor Herbert Bautista ABS-CBN News. will be implementing a unique amnesty The On the Wings of Love actress program to drug users in Metro Ma- lead the poll on the country’s sexiest, nila’s biggest city. beating Jessy Mendiola. However, According to Philstar.com, Bautista Jessy managed to outrun her a day has promised to those who register before the voting closed. themselves now that they will be Until now, fans remain clueless on “prioritized in job offerings by the whether Nadine or Jessy topped the government as well as in alternative most-awaited list. education programs by the Techni- Meanwhile, James Reid, co-star cal Education and Skills Development and protective boyfie to Nadine, Authority.” continues to support denying rumors The QC government will also take that he got mad after fans voted her. care of their rehabilitation and the “They believed that Nadine is sexy needs of their families. This is its way of , and she is. They’re voting for her. helping drug “victims” change for the …I wasn’t mad. I was just joking,” he better and have a new life, according said. to the report. Despite her decision, Lustre teased “But those who remain stubborn, her fans with a photo of her in a bath they will face the city government’s tub, wearing her little black one- Lea Alinsod iron fist. That is an instruction, that is an piece. order,” Bautista said.

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Lopez told: Abide by Rody’s DOJ dismisses ‘tanim- bala’ cases vs police mining policy MANILA - The Department of Justice (DOJ) has dismissed the complaints DAVAO CITY—Incoming Department Duterte has also asked miners to apply against policemen and security per- of Environment and Natural Resources sec- the standards of responsible mining prac- sonnel of the Ninoy Aquino Interna- retary Gina Lopez will have to adjust to the ticed in developed countries such as Canada tional Airport (NAIA) accused in a “responsible mining policy” of President- and Australia, to ensure the protection of “tanim-bala (bullet-planting)” incident elect Rodrigo Duterte. the environment. involving an American missionary last In a media briefing here, incoming presi- Abella said a responsible miner will September. dential spokesman Ernesto Abella said that replant the trees that were cut during their At the same time, the Kalibo, Aklan, Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 6 when Lopez—an anti-mining advocate— excavation while the irresponsible miner has dismissed the criminal case filed accepted the invitation to join Duterte’s would just leave it as it is. against a young couple – Jerome Sulit Cabinet, it meant she would follow whatev- He also said mining companies must be and wife Rochelle – caught carrying Daniel Matsunaga er guidelines that the President would give. careful in making sure that any toxic chemi- bullets at the Caticlan airport last April. “The fact that she accepted it, it means cals do not get into the water. In a resolution, Associate Prosecu- admits he already that she will advocate the position of the Lopez, whom Duterte appointed as tion Attorney II Honey Rose Delgado president,” Abella said. Environment secretary, has gone around the recommended the dismissal of the has a marriage “The president is not anti-mining. He ac- country campaigning against mining, par- cases against airport baggage proposal plan tually supports each and every venture that ticularly in Palawan and other eco-tourism inspector Maria Cena, X-ray operator Marvin Garcia, and policemen – Chief contributes to the health of the Philippine sites, advocating the need to protect the Inspector Adriano Junio, SPO4 Ramon With his series Be My Lady going well economy,” he said. country’s rich biodiversity. Bernardo, SPO2 Rolando Clarin, and on daytime TV, Daniel Matsunaga said “What the president is demanding is that Lopez’s appointment as Environment SPO2 Romy Navarro. he is having a really good year. “I’m those who do that must be very careful,” he secretary had sent mining investors in panic Cena and Garcia were accused really happy. Sobrang blessed kami added. and stocks entered a third day of volatility. of planting evidence, while Junio, extended kami dahil sa mga fans namin. Duterte told the mining companies dur- Bernardo, Clarin, and Navarro were It’s been more than ten months of taping ing a speech at a business forum here: “You accused of robbery/extortion. the show and six months na lumabas sa have to do it right. If you cannot do it, then “We do not find probable cause TV so it’s getting better and better. Our get out of mining.” to indict respondents for all the cases filed against them,” read the resolution. ratings are getting higher and super na- kakatuwa kasi the show itself shows that the OFWs they get inspired, they miss the country dahil sa show. Madaming magandang comments about the show. Government must ensure competition is That it’s very positive and very light,” he shares during the Live the Nova Life FINANCE SECRETARY CARLOS DOMINGUEZ event held last June 22 in Makati city. fair - With his older sister Vanessa Matsuna- ga now a mom, Daniel admitted he is not yet ready to become a parent himself. “We are not sitting on our ass,” he “Well I’m very, very happy to be a tito said adding that the company has been for the first time. Hindi inggit siyempre kasi expanding its network and building cell kapatid ko yan. I’m not planning to have sites. a kid yet. Siyempre work muna, ipon muna He also cited PLDT’s recent venture di ba?” he said. with Globe Telecom in buying Vega Daniel said his family has a new Telecom Inc., the telco business of San restaurant business which just opened Miguel Corp. (SMC), which he said was this month with his mom sharing some of aimed at improving internet service in their home-style recipes on the menu. “I the country. opened a new restaurant in BGC called Pangilinan said PLDT also had Naxional Diner. Malapit siya sa Valkyrie. increased its capital expenditures this So sobrang masarap yung food dun. year to about P43 billion to improve its South American pero merong mga Brazil- services. ian din. Erich is not included in this pero DAVAO CITY—He may be right, but ogy. He was referring to PLDT’s efforts “It’s not a small amount of money but she’s always there with me always eating. the government isn’t about to give up its to meet consumers’ demand for efficient things can’t be achieved miraculously. My mom is always there teaching some role as protector and regulator. internet capability. There are impediments but that’s part of of the recipes and sobrang masarap. This was incoming Finance Secretary the landscape,” he added. It’s my business with my sister and family Carlos Dominguez’s comment when Digital moves He clarified, though, that PLDT did and my brother-in-law. We have a few asked about the recent call of Philippine not disagree with the incoming admin- partners but it’s like a family business,” he Long Distance Telephone Co. (PLDT) Speaking to provincial journalists who istration on the need to improve the added. chair Manuel V. Pangilinan to the gov- were invited by PLDT to Makati City country’s internet service. Scheduled to go to Singapore with Er- ernment to “get out of the way” of the for its annual stockholders meeting, “We are violently in agreement with ich to shoot for Be My Lady, Daniel says private sector’s initiatives. Pangilinan said no government funds had the government, no disagreement there,” their schedule is a bit hectic this month. “In general, he’s right because the gov- been involved in the company’s digital Pangilinan said. “We are taping talaga almost everyday. ernment should not dictate what kind of moves. But he said he refused to believe that Kasi wala kaming pondo ngayon so business you go into, but the government “Whose money is being spent? It’s the the Philippines had the world’s slowest hand to mouth yun. So we’re taping five has a job to make sure the competition private sector’s. There is no guarantee internet connectivity. times a week so minsan we really have to is fair [and] the prices being charged is from the government, no government “We’re not the slowest. I don’t believe stay in Pampanga pa,” he explained. fair. Isn’t that our job? We have to do that fund is involved, so get out of the way, that. I’m not saying we’re on top of Korea The new Nova ambassador admitted job,” Dominguez told the period,” Pangilinan said. or Singapore but we should not believe he already knows what kind of marriage Dominguez cited electricity rates. “You “If ever the huge undertaking comes the myth that we are the slowest,” he proposal he plans to make in the future cannot just charge what you want because out lousy, it’s the company that will suffer added. for Erich. “May plano ako pero for now you are a monopoly, that’s why you have the impact, to the delight of its competi- A survey conducted by internet metrics work muna talaga and let’s see you the ERC (Energy Regulatory Commis- tors, and not the government,” he said. provider Ookla last year showed the know. In God’s time. Wala akong dead- sion). We have to regulate that.” If private projects fail, he added, “the Philippines ranks 176th among 202 line. He said the government’s primary role government will not rescue us.” countries, with an average household Even at 27 years old, the Brapanese was to protect the consumers, the com- Pangilinan also welcomed the warning download speed of 3.64 megabits per actor said he is still trying to save up munity and the environment. of President-elect Rodrigo Duterte to second (Mbps). for himself and his future family. “Well not “You cannot say you can mine any- telcos that he would open up the industry The Ookla survey said despite its be- really bongga (yung ipon) kasi we’re where you want if it will damage the re- to foreign investors if local companies ing laggard, the internet service in the working really hard for it and well in Jesus sources of the community. We have to get failed to improve their services. Philippines was expensive at $18.9 per name you know things will hopefully get involved, we have to protect the citizens,” He said Duterte was correct on the Mbps compared with the global average better and better. As of now marami Dominguez said. importance of a fast internet service. of $5.21. akong blessings, may bagong endorse- Pangilinan said the private sector was But Pangilinan said PLDT had been ment na Nova and tuloy tuloy yung mga leading multibillion-peso initiatives to doing its best to satisfy its costumers. hard work so that’s it,” he admitted. improve the country’s digital technol- Venture with Globe 6 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 Arroyo asks SC to dismiss plunder case

MANILA - Former President nightmare,” the motion stated. and re-elected Pampanga Rep. She reminded the SC that she Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has has been detained since October, asked the Supreme Court (SC) to 2012. resolve her petitions on her P366- million plunder case involving DEMURRER GRANTED funds of the Philippine Charity Men Think Women Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) Meanwhile, the Fourth pending with the Sandiganbayan. Division of the Sandiganbayan Aren’t That Interested Arroyo elevated to the SC three has granted the request of Arroyo Matteo Guidi- in Sex. issues – the denial to post bail, to file a demurrer (objection) to determination of probable cause, evidence “within a non-extendible celli denies Sarah Science Disagrees and demurer to evidence. period of 10 days from notice” A check with the SC showed to show that the prosecution When it comes to sex, men are horny that these issues may be tackled in failed to prove her guilt in Geronimo is preg- all the time—at least if stereotypes next week’s full court session. connection with the cancelled are to be believed. That means Arroyo pleaded the SC $329-million National Broadband nant to resolve immediately her Network (NBN) project with they’re accustomed to getting After Sarah Geronimo announced that turned down by partners from time petition to dismiss her plunder the Chinese-based Zhing Xing case through a demurer to Telecommunications Equipment, she’ll take a brief hiatus from showbiz, to time, but a surprising new study evidence after the Office of Inc. (ZTE). many speculated that the 27-year old found that men underestimate how the Ombudsman has started “Accused Ma. Gloria M. singer-actress might be pregnant. Her often their Sig O wants to get hot investigation on a new complaint Macapagal-Arroyo’s motion for leave boyfriend Matteo Guidicelli also broke and heavy. for plunder and malversation of to file demurrer is Granted,” read the resolution signed by Fourth Division his silence on the issue. Researchers had 139 couples public funds also in connection Chair Jose Hernandez and Associate “Nakarating nga sa kin ‘yung balita keep a daily journal to track when with the PCSO funds from 2004 Justices Alex Quiroz and Geraldine and buntis daw siya. That’s not true at they desired sex as well as when they to 2007. Faith Econg. all,” he told ABS-CBN News. “That the institution of the thought their partner was interested. The anti-graft court also gave Matteo then admitted that Sarah has new complaint which involves the prosecution 10 days to file its Women were great at gauging men’s been sickly lately. level of interest; men, not so much. disbursements of PCSO funds for comment or opposition. earlier years hardly suggests that “Thereafter, and unless the Court “She was just feeling really bad the But that’s actually a good thing its filing is to vindicate a public shall require further submissions past few weeks like fever or something for guys. If they were to overestimate, wrong,” Arroyo said. from the parties, this incident will be pero nothing serious. She just needs to submitted for resolution,” the Fourth chances are they’d be rejected “Indeed, in an earlier pleading, rest,” he said. more frequently, which sours the Division ruled. the petitioner has stated that, in Because Arroyo was allowed to file Aside from Matteo and Vic, Sarah’s mood for all parties. light of the arguments now on a demurrer to evidence, the court also ‘big sister’ in showbiz Judy Ann Santos The bottom line here: You can records of the case, (petitioner cancelled the scheduled presentation defended her and said that she de- avoid this mind reading altogether Arroyo) sees the ‘break of dawn’ in of the defense on July 20 and 21. serves to have a break since the singer the restoration of full restoration Arroyo’s lawyers sought the filing by just talking to your Sig O, rather has been very hardworking throughout than keeping your desires confined of her freedom. The Office of the of the demurrer to evidence after the Ombudsman seeks to prolong her prosecution ended its presentation of her entire career. to some private journal. evidence and rested its case.

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Duterte: Smuggling in all 17 Dot eyes 6 ports rampant new markets

MANILA - The Department of DAVAO - PRESIDENT-ELECT remove the compulsory use of brokerages. Tourism (DOT) is looking to tap Rodrigo Duterte said rampant smuggling To curb smuggling, Faeldon said, he would six potential visitor markets in from all 17 ports nationwide is costing the limit the “physical transaction” between a revitalized campaign to get country P300 million daily in foregone Customs officers and importers. them booking for tours here. revenues, prompting him to order “zero “There are at least four reforms that we are The new markets with the tolerance” on corruption at the graft-ridden envisioning. One is we have to fast-track the capacity to generate new Bureau of Customs. computerization,” Faeldon said. visitors are Thailand, India, “In the Bureau of Customs, we are losing “Another thing is that we want to remove Vietnam, Russia, Indonesia and an estimated P300 million daily [due to the compulsory utilization of brokerage, the Middle East. This is to add smuggling] in all ports all over the country,” because some unscrupulous brokers are using to the country’s biggest tourist Duterte told the business forum in Davao their services to smuggle commodities into markets particularly Korea, City. the country. We will see what the CMTA which accounted for over Duterte did not say where he obtained [Customs Modernization and Tariff Act] 480,000 arrivals or 23.22 Enchong Dee his figures, which are actually lower than can do to aid us in the transition from percent of 2,073,851 total the official government estimate of P200 compulsory to optional usage of brokerage,” visitors in the first four months admits he is billion a year or P547 million a day lost to he said, referring to the recently enacted of the year. willing to go daring smuggling. Customs Modernization and Tariff Act. The DOT said it developed “The corruption must stop. It makes To clamp down on corruption, Faeldon niche segments for the and sexy in film me sick. I have zero tolerance on graft and also plans to create a task force among expansion efforts, which criminality. I will kill all of you, smugglers employees who will be “embedded in the include dive cruises, medical projects and corrupt officials,” Duterte warned. different sensitive posts in the BOC. He said travel and wellness tourism, “That’s why [incoming Customs chief ] the task force would be formed on the his route development and Mas magiging mapili na si Enchong Dee Capt. Nicanor Faeldon is here. Smuggling first day on the job. interest on English as a second sa projects na tatanggapin ngayong he and corruption have to stop. If only we Faeldon said they were also looking at language. is already on his 10th year sa showbiz. Ito could collect the P300 million daily that is possibly extending the conduct of pre- To develop name recall ang naikuwento niya sa Push.com.ph nang lost [from smuggling], we wouldn’t have a shipment inspections. in Central Asia and Eastern makausap naming siya sa presscon ng problem,” Duterte said. “We are doing that already on bulk and Europe, the DOT teamed latest film niyang I Love You To Death with Official government figures and statistics break-bulk but we want the containerized up with the country’s largest Kiray as her leading lady. from the United Nations Commission goods to be subjected to the shipment apparel retailer SELA to “Hindi sa pagiging mapili but I think, di on Trade or UN ComTrade culled by the inspection. We want to pre-determine the launch an “Inspired by the ba, sampung taon ka naman na, dapat Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura or Sinag quantity and quality of these commodities Philippines” collection, sold alam mo yung malaman na proyekto. show the annual losses continued to soar before they leave the ports of origin,” he said. in 400 stores in 200 cities in Ayoko na yung the usual siguro, yung under the stint of Customs Commissioner Customs counters, he added, would be set Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, tipong boy next door, yung parang Alberto Lina in agricultural products alone. up like tellers at banks, so importers will not Ukraine and Belarus. sawang-sawa ka na. “Our data showed that Customs be able to choose the agent with which they The shirts, considered “Pero siyempre, hindi mo naman Commissioner Lina has not made a dent on will transact. walking DOT billboards, have maiiwasan yon. Babalik at babalik ka din smuggling. Rampant smuggling in five staple Surveillance cameras in all offices will six designs featuring Manila, because yon nga yung strength mo, eh. commodities—rice, pork meat, poultry, stream video on the internet to discourage Cebu, Bohol and Siargao Siguro I will do that once and then I will do onions, garlic—has continued to this day,” corruption in the agency that accounts for Island and is complemented a lot of other things, kumbaga, variations,” said Sinag president Rosendo So. almost one-fifth of total government revenue. with Philippine-made fashion paliwanag ng actor. The revenue losses incurred from To decongest the sea ports in Manila, accessories like bags, Handa na rin daw siyang tumanggap ng smuggling of the same products in the last Faeldon will push for greater utilization bracelets and costume jewelry. daring roles at magpa-sexy. five years of the Aquino administration from of the ports of Batangas and Subic for According to DOT data “I’m already 27, I can’t do the same 2010 to 2014 has more than doubled and southbound and northbound commodities, there were 35,378 Russian role over and over again. Yung tulad ng totaled P198.05 billion, So said. respectively. visitors last year with the butt exposure, pag-iisipan ko yon. “I consider this a low-lying fruit that can market steadily growing at a “Ready rin ako physically kasi kapag Faeldon said he would shore up collections be easily done as long as the traders will rate of 6.5 percent. tinanggap mo yung trabaho na yon, it has and improve basic services. agree because they are the ones who will be to follow. Kung kailangan kong maging He said he would speed up the affected,” he said. mataba dito magpapataba ako. Kung computerization of Customs processes and kailangan kong magka-abs dito, gagawin ko. “Yung nudity, pag-iisipan ko yon. Kasi Roxas’ mom lost lion as the race for the Palace went into siyempre, hindi naman tayo basta, ‘Oh, P110M in his poll bid the homestretch in May. Indonesia stops coal dito sa proyekto na ito maghuhubad ka.’ Once secretary of transportation shipments to PHL Okey, maghububad ako pero ano yung and communications and head of the kuwento?” MANILA - Mommy is poorer by interior department, he is now private Kahit guy-to-guy o kissing scene with P110 million. But she has a chance of MANILA, Philippines – citizen Mar Roxas. another man, okey lang ba sa kanya? recovering her losses, that is, if she plays Indonesia’s decision to stop coal His last official act as presidential imports to the Philippines could spell “I don’t mind, kapag yon nakaplano for the lotto. candidate was submitting his Soce to problems for the local power industry my own development I would do it. Walang How did Judy Araneta-Roxas lose the Comelec on the last day of a 14-day that relies on coal-fired power plants problema don,” sagot pa ni Enchong. P110 million? By bankrolling her son’s grace period given to him and the LP to supply electricity, the Department Naging peg naman ni Enchong ang presidential ambition. after they failed to meet the deadline on of Energy (DOE) said. career ni Ian Veneracion at sana ay Unfortunately, her son, Mar Roxas, The Philippines is heavily reliant June 8. tumagal din daw siya sa showbiz na the standard-bearer of the Liberal Party on Indonesia for coal for power plants Roxas’ report showed that of the katulad ni Ian. (LP) in May’s presidential election, and this could spell danger in relation P487 million he poured on his failed “I hope I can last the business as much is not cut to become president of the to the country’s energy supply, Energy run for Malacañang, P469.29 million as I can tulad ni Ian Veneracion. But I Philippines. Secretary Zenaida Monsada said in an were cash and in-kind donations and interview during the 10th anniversary don’t know kung kayo, tatangkilikin n’yo pa The graduate of Wharton College P18 million came from his own pocket. of the Wholesale Electricity Spot ako, di ba?” balik-tanong niya. spent P487 million on his campaign for The report showed that Roxas was Market (WESM). Sa huling tanong naming kay Enchong, Malacañang only to be trounced by a the second-biggest campaign spender, Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno possible bang ma-fall siya sa kaparehang graduate of San Beda College, Davao after Sen. Grace Poe, who reported Marsudi extended the moratorium si Kiray lalo na at loveless naman siya City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, at the on coal shipments to the Philippines spending P510.84 million. ngayon? polls. And at lesser expense. “until there is a guarantee for security The winner, Duterte, reported spend- “Let’s be honest, when you go into a His statement of contributions and from the Philippine government,” ing P371 million. relationship, una mo namang titingnan is expenditures (Soce), finally submit- Reuters reported last week. The bulk of the cash contributions physical, eh. Kapag feeling nyo hindi kayo ted to the Commission on Elections The decision to extend the to Roxas’ campaign came from the moratorium was made after the latest match, you will be there until friends, di (Comelec), showed his mom was the Araneta and Fores clan, with his mom kidnapping by Abu Sayyaf bandits of ba? So feeling mo kung hindi kayo magka- biggest contributor to his campaign, as the top donor. several Indonesians sailors on board a level, hindi mo pipilitin, parang ganu’n giving him P90 million at the start of coal tugboat in the Sulu Sea. lang,” katwiran pa niya. the campaign in February and P20 mil- 8 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 9 Jadine to work with Little Manila Sarah Geronimo?

Apat na buwan na ang relasyon Fil-Am sisters win in essay competition nina James Reid at Nadine Lustre na nagsimulang umamin sa Jadine In Love concert sa Araneta Coliseum. Hindi rin CHICAGO — Writing talent must run parents did not grow up with the same napapabalitang nagkakaroon sila ng in the Almeda family because the two type of technology. I would estimate that petty quarrels o tampuhan kahit halos Almeda sisters, Francine and Florence, there has not been one day this entire year araw-araw silang magkasama. have each won first place during 2014 that I have not checked my email. “It’s getting better every month,” sabi and 2016 essay writing contests held Almeda says she was taught how to type pa ni James. by the Philippine Independence Week starting in the Third Grade and she hated Ayaw din daw niyang i-rate in a scale Committee (PIWC). it. She understands that email is just a typ of 1 to 10 ang kanilang relasyon ng The topic given at the 2016 PIWC Essay e of technology, but not a good medium Writing Contest held in Chicago was the to use to interact with peers. She writes, ka-love team. “advantages and disadvantages of using “The increased use of technology, including “I can’t put it on a scale of 1-10. It’s email.” Twelve students participated in writing an essay on this email, has served to raise a generation of youths that are prone just always 10,” paniniguro pa niya. topic. to insensitivity and resistance to face-to-face interactions….” Dahil matagal din silang nagsama sa Florence Almeda, a sophomore at the University of Chicago She cites how people can be “rude” when they use email and not kanilang world tour, natanong si Nadine Laboratory School chose to argue the cons of email, and took have to face the consequences of their actions. kung ano ang iba pang ugali ni James home the first place prize. Alternatively, other students argued the pros of email. na na-discover niya. She writes, “In order to truly enjoy relationships and build Karla Tejero, a freshman at Yorkville High School, explained, “Actually, strict siya, sa food,” sabi lifelong connections, we must take a moment to step back, sign “The use of e-mail allows the recipient to receive the message in agad niya. “Kasi nu’ng nasa States po out of our emails, close our computer screens, and open our a timely fashion. This is critical, especially if the email includes kami, siyempre, pagkain, masarap. So, hearts to others around us.” important information.” I tend to parang overeat. Tapos lahat A lot has changed since Florence’s parents’ younger days. She Tejero won second place for her essay, “E-mail: The Efficient ng alam mong hindi healthy, kakainin mo, recognizes the need for email to be able to function in this day Way of Communicating.” kasi nga, lahat nga po ng pagkain du’n, and age. She writes that the use of email can inform people of masarap. Francine Almeda nabbed first place in the PIWC Essay immediate decisions, such as if a manager would like to cancel a “So, ang nangyari po, since kasama Writing Contest in 2014. PINOY meeting. ko si Lauren, ‘yung sister ni James, pa- “For many people of my age, it’s hard to believe that our laging healthy ‘yung food namin, palag- ing salad. Nakakapag-steak naman po kami, ganyan, pero nothing oily, nothing unhealthy. “Tapos, parati niya akong nire- Fil-Am Folk Singer starts her tour remind, water, water, ‘inom ka lang ng water all the time,’” kuwento ng dalaga. SAN JOSE, California – A Filipina American singer- connect more with my audience and get them really excited Pagkatapos i-promote nina James songwriter is launching her about my music and keep them at Nadine ang libro nilang Team Real, California tour at the end of June, wanting more. I also want to create na available sa National Bookstore performing in at least 11 venues on more tour opportunities including published by VRJ Books ng Viva, susu- the West Coast. regionally, nationally, and overseas nod naman daw nilang gagawin ang Tracy Cruz will be performing for future tours,” said Cruz. bagong soap opera nila sa ABS-CBN songs from previous two albums She has 16 years of songwriting after the successful On The Wings of “Universoul Symphony” and and performing under her belt. Her Love, na si Antoinette Jadaone rin ang “Feel’osophy,” and her EP themes feature elements of love magdidirek. “Illuminate Love” during her for self and others, love for music, “Excited na kami. Maganda po kasi “SOULshine Tour.” Cruz will also finding happiness within oneself, ‘yung bago naming soap. It’s more be performing tracks fro her second and overcoming struggles. mature than OTWOL, so nakaka-excite. EP, “Heartifacts,” which will be One of her personal favorites is Tapos, may pupuntahan pa po kaming released by early spring next year. entitled “Struggle Reprise,” which ibang lugar,” balita pa niya. “I named my tour SOULShine she wrote during a difficult time in “This is about friendship, family,” dag- because I’m performing soul music, her life when she almost quit and dag pa ni Nadine. and when I sing from my heart, I gave up on music. Ayon pa kay Nadine, may gagawin believe I am radiating my light into “Whenever I sing this song, it din daw ulit silang pelikula ni James the world. A light of healing, love, reminds me of the struggles, fears, pero hindi pa niya alam kung kailan ito unity, and joy into the world,” Cruz and heartaches I’ve conquered,” she sisimulan. Si Antoinette Jadaone rin daw explained. explained. “This is a performance Cruz’s set list encompasses I always enjoy giving because it ang magdidirek nito. rhythms and sounds similar to the is such a powerful and heartfelt Tungkol naman sa suggestions ng fans likes of The Roots, Robert Glasper, song for me to perform. I think a na pagsamahin sila ni Sarah Geronimo Floetry, and Jill Scott. Her show majority of my audience can relate sa isang pelikula, gusto ni Jadine ang filled with soul, jazz, R&B, with to being in a similar position of ideyang ito. tones of hip-hop mixed in. difficulty and stress.” “Siyempre po, why not? I mean, Ate Audiences can expect to be transported into a heartfelt, Sarah ‘yun, siyempre, maganda ‘yun. Si- expressive experience with eclectic sounds and lyrics written by yempre, masaya din po ‘yun,” reaksyon Tracy herself. pa ni Nadine. “The purpose of this tour is to expand my fan base and

10 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 FILIPINO CENTRE TORONTO (FCT) Pistahan sa Toronto 2016

Filipino Centre, Toronto - Pistahan 2015 FCT’s Pistahan sa Nathan is a Success. The latest one added a touch of glamour with the presence of Kapamilya star Richard Gomez. Other attractions features ballet dancers and our very own Martha Joy. It was a complete success. On Sunday, the Santacruzan was held along with the beauties of the community representing the different reinas.

JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 11 Philippines China using fishing fleets to A straight guy’s expand claims foray into the ‘Beki’ MANILA: China is using its fishing who asked not to be named, added. Taufiqoerrochman told reporters. world fleets with armed escorts to bolster Unlike several other countries in the “Actually the [fish] stealing is just a maritime claims in disputed territory, region, Indonesia has no overlapping ruse to stake its claim,” he said. How far will you go for your family and for a senior US State Department official claims with China to islets or reefs in the China has undertaken land- the woman you love? warned, calling China’s behavior sea but Beijing’s claim to fishing rights reclamation works in the Spratly Islands, For Conan, he would do anything—even “disturbing.” near the Natunas appears to overlap with one of the South China Sea’s main pretend to be gay and work in a beauty The comments came after Indonesian Jakarta’s exclusive economic zone. archipelagoes, which are also claimed salon. warships fired warning shots and Last month’s incident was only the by the Philippines, Brunei Darussalam, GMA Public Affairs proudly presents detained a Chinese-flagged fishing boat latest in a series of skirmishes between Vietnam, Malaysia and Taiwan. Conan My Beautician, the newest comedy and seven crew near the Natuna Islands the two countries since Jakarta launched The US State Department official said series that promises to be part of the Filipino in the West Philippine Sea (South China a crackdown on illegal fishing in 2014. Washington hoped a pending ruling by family’s Sunday viewing habit. Sea) last month, in actions slammed by In March, the Chinese Coast Guard a United Nations-backed tribunal on Conan My Beautician sees the refreshing Beijing. rammed a Chinese boat detained near South China Sea maritime entitlements tandem of Kapuso actor Mark Herras and “I think it’s a disturbing trend to see the Natunas and helped it escape as the will push rival claimants into talks. 2013 Ms. World Megan Young. Chinese fishing vessels accompanied by Indonesians towed the vessel to shore. The case was lodged by the Philippines Coming from a family of talented barbers, Coast Guard vessels, used in a way that And last month, the Indonesian Navy against China in 2013 to challenge Conan is played by Mark, a straight guy appears to be an attempt to exert a claim opened fire on a Chinese trawler near the Beijing’s “nine-dash line” map through who is forced to work in a beauty salon in that may not be legitimate,” said the US islands and seized the vessel. which it claims to control nearly all of Manila after his family is forced to escape official via conference call to journalists in After last week’s confrontation, the the strategic and reputedly resources-rich from their hometown and his mother is hospi- Southeast Asia. commander of the Indonesian Navy’s waters. talized. “I do think that it does point to an western fleet said the fishing vessel “It is in China’s interest not to take The Beauty and the Beki: In “Conan the expanding presence of Chinese — sort of incursions were “structured,” indicating any action that would be provocative and Beautician,” Mark Herras (left) plays a gay- military and paramilitary forces — and Beijing had “given its blessing.” directly in contradiction to the ruling,” acting straight guy named Conan, his love used in a way that is provocative and “China protested because it thinks the US official said. interest is Ava, played by Megan Young potentially destabilizing,” the US official, this area is theirs,” commander Achmad (right) While on the outside he projects the vivacious and most talented beautician at Salon Paz, Conan remains a straight guy inside. In fact, he soon finds himself falling DOT eyes 6 new markets in love with Ava. Conan My Beautician is expected to reveal further the versatility of MANILA - The Department of up with the country’s largest Mark, Starstruck’s first-ever Ultimate Male Tourism (DOT) is looking to tap apparel retailer SELA to launch Survivor. This will be the first time Mark is six potential visitor markets in a an “Inspired by the Philippines” playing a sensitive role and while he admits revitalized campaign to get them collection, sold in 400 stores in that he is still getting used to the idea, he is booking for tours here. 200 cities in Russia, Kazakhstan, nonetheless grateful that he is given a very The new markets with the Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine and challenging show where he is the lead actor. capacity to generate new visitors Belarus. “Sobra po akong nagpapasalamat, es- are Thailand, India, Vietnam, The shirts, considered walking pecially sa GMA for trusting me once again Russia, Indonesia and the DOT billboards, have six na ipakita ‘yung kaya kong ipakita and after Middle East. This is to add to designs featuring Manila, Cebu, a very very long time, ngayong lang ulit ako the country’s biggest tourist Bohol and Siargao Island and is nabigyan ng role na talagang iikot ‘yung markets particularly Korea, which complemented with Philippine- story sa akin,” Mark shared. accounted for over 480,000 made fashion accessories like The cast of GMA-7’s upcoming dramedy: arrivals or 23.22 percent of bags, bracelets and costume (from left) Gerald Napoles as Greg, Betong 2,073,851 total visitors in the jewelry. Sumaya as Mimi, Balang and Cacai Bautista as Chika La Chaka first four months of the year. wellness tourism, route development and According to DOT data there For Megan, who is also a Starstruck The DOT said it developed niche interest on English as a second language. were 35,378 Russian visitors last year alumna, Conan My Beautician will be her segments for the expansion efforts, which To develop name recall in Central Asia with the market steadily growing at a rate first foray in comedy. include dive cruises, medical travel and and Eastern Europe, the DOT teamed of 6.5 percent. it airs every Sunday on GMA at 5 p.m.

Bill regulating credit card industry up for PNoy’s approval

MANILA - A bill proposing the regula- and overseeing to ascertain that laws and may be deemed by BSP rules and regula- tion of the country’s credit card industry regulations are complied with. tions, in collection with the collection of by putting it under the supervision of The BSP may also limit and prohibit the any credit card debt. the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is charging of annual membership fees for credit The bill mandates credit card issuers to awaiting President Benigno Aquino III’s cards. disclose to all credit cardholders and poten- signature before it becomes a law. All existing credit card companies that tial credit cardholders the following: The proposed Philippine Credit Card are currently not under the BSP’s supervi- finance charges for unpaid amounts after Industry Regulation Act shall govern all sion will be given reasonable time, as the payment due date; percentage that the inter- credit card issuers, acquirers and all credit Monetary Board may determine, in order est bears to the total amount to be financed card transactions. It mandates the BSP to to comply with applicable rules and regula- expressed as a simple monthly or annual rate, supervise all credit card issuers and acquir- tions. as the case may be, on the outstanding balance ers. The bill further provides that a credit of the obligation; default, late payment/penalty Under the measure, credit card issuers card issuer may resort to a reasonable fees or similar delinquency-related charges and collection agents are prohibited from and legally permissible means to collect payable in the event of late payments. engaging in abusive and unfair practices amounts due them under the credit card The card issuers may thereafter imple- ers with regard to the following areas: against cardholders and issues rules of agreement. Provided that in the exercise of ment changes in the credit limit applicable the issuance of rules of conduct or the estab- conduct or standards of operation. its rights and performance of duties, the of the account based on their risk manage- lishment of standards of operation for uniform The bill refers to credit card as “any card card issuer must observe good faith, reason- ment policies and guidelines but will be re- application to all institutions or functions or other credit device intended for the able conduct and proper decorum and quired to inform the cardholder is notified covered, and the imposition of penalties in case purpose of obtaining money, property, or refrain from engaging in unscrupulous acts. of such changes. of noncompliance therewith; services on credit.” However, a credit card issuer or collection Moreover, the cardholder may decline the conduct of examination as determined by The proposal gives the BSP the authority agent shall not harass, abuse or oppress any any credit limit increase. the Monetary Board to determine compliance to supervise credit card issuers and acquir- person or engage in any unfair practices, as with laws and regulations; 12 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 ** 2012 Honda Civic From $11,574

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JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 15 16 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 James Reid and Nadine Lustre pro- vided the kilig fans waited for.. PHOTO Producers Belinda Reyes (3rd from right) and Sani Baluyot (2ND FROM LEFT) pose with James reid and BY NOLI GUMAPAC Nadine Lustre and company.

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JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 17 Entertainment

TFC Connect, takes on a new vibe as it Mark, Katrina and Yasmien on celebrates nine years of keeping Filipinos children, relationships close + other stories Some 13 years ago, Mark Herras, Katrina Halili and Yasmien Kurdi met on the set of the reality show “StarStruck.” They formed a bond beyond the show and kept in constant communication amid their respective careers in show business. “Marami kaming plano, actu- ally. Pupunta sa ganito or sa ganyan. Hanggang sa nagsitan- daan na kami at nagkaroon na ng anak eh, hindi na natuloy,” Mark said, laughing. He has a daughter named Ada, Katrina is a mom to Ka- trence, and Yasmien has Ayesha. Katrina shared, “Ang plano naman namin ngayon lumabas kasama ang mga anak namin. Ewan ko kung matuloy pero ’yung nga, sana.” The three agree their kids should finish schooling first if ever they would want to enter show business. The Filipino Channel (TFC) celebrates nine Dasovich is a 24-year-old Filipino-American From left: Yasmien Kurdi, Mark Herras and “Ayoko kasi na ma-miss niya years of its longest-running program exclu- who personifies the 2nd gen OF. He has been Katrina Halili ’yung stages sa buhay niya na sively made for overseas Filipinos (OFs), “TFC shuttling between the Philippines and the U.S. maging estudyante, magkaroon Connect,” as it continues to keep them close for almost three years and the “TFC Connect” ng friends. Pero after niya mag-aral edi okay. Bahala siya kung ano ang gusto to the homeland and their loved ones. “TFC stint may just make him stay. niyang gawin,” Yasmien said. “Alam ko masaya ’yung trabaho namin pero mas Connect” will also take on a new vibe, starting The new host will bring Kapamilyas to ABS- masaya kung i-enjoy muna nila ’yung kabataan nila,” Mark added. this July, CBN shows to see how they work behind the Katrina, on the other hand, shared, “Ayoko isipin ’yan sa ngayon. Ang sa akin The program which started in 2007 as a pro- cameras. ang mag-aral ang importante.” gram guide hosted by Bianca Gonzalez, which The host will travel to chosen OF families’ updated viewers on what to expect in the hometown and immerse in the local culture On love coming week on the premier network, “TFC and reminisce some of the things the OF Yasmien has been happily married to Rey Soldevilla since 2012. Katrina, Connect” has evolved to become a program families may have missed as they led their lives meanwhile, has been single since her breakup with singer Kris Lawrence in 2014. that provides a link between OF and their overseas. It will also be Dasovich’s own im- She doesn’t want to jump into the dating game anew, maintaining, “Hindi na- families in the Philippines through segments mersion as well. man ako atat na atat magkarelasyon.” such as “MissMo” and “Kapamilya Treats.” The To join the segments, OF families are en- The single mom admitted however, “I do pray I find the one. Baka hindi pa program, hosted by Dimples Romana start- couraged to submit a video on the reasons why talaga time.” ing in 2013, also became the platform for the they should be the next families to be featured. Mark is happy in his relationship with Winwyn Marquez. The two have been Filipino talent to shine, through segments such “TFC Connect” airs Mondays to Fridays posting romantic photos of them together on social media. “Gusto ko kasi as “Kids of the Week,” and “Bida Guest.” on TFC worldwide. The show’s anniversary maraming positive feedback about it,” Mark said. “Pero siyempre hindi naman According to Herbs Samonte, ABS-CBN celebration starts this June while its new look namin shine-share lahat. Nagtitira pa rin kami para sa sarili namin.” The ac- tor admitted it took a while to woo Winwyn who even rejected him a couple Global Content Production and Development and host will be launched on July 4. of times. “Eh ako ayoko talaga mag give-up. Kasi once na sumuko ka parang Group Head that through the years, TFC For more information, visit https://www. sinasabi mo na hindi ka talaga ganoon ka desidido,” he said. Connect has transcended its role from an ex- facebook.com/TFCConnectOfficial/ Mark attested Winwyn has a positive influence on him. “Hindi na nga ako clusive program to a conduit not only between umiinom ngayon. Kapag lalabas man ako siya ang kasama ko or sila Rocco the OFs and those they hold dear, but also (Nacino). Pero hindi na kami nagpupunta sa mga bar,” he said. between them and their country. He says: “For * * * He is proud Winwyn is not just active in showbiz but also in education and close to a decade, “TFC Connect” has become business. “She’s actually taking her master’s degree on top of her busy showbiz the hub of everything Filipino and has become Nagsimula na nga last Monday ( June 20) ang schedule. Minsan nga nagtatanong siya sa akin kung ano ba daw dapat niyang the champion of values and traditions that Born for You ng ElNella loveteam nina Elmo unahin. Sabi ko kung ano ang makakabuti sa kanya basta ako susuportahan ko lang siya,” he said. make us who we are, wherever we may be.” Magalona at Janella Salvador. The 29-year-old also believes Winwyn is his last girlfriend. “As we celebrate our anniversary this June Agad na pinakita ng serye ang lakas sa “Mark my word. I want kasi talaga na partner na panghabang-buhay kasi I’m and unveil a new season this quarter, we want primetime at nagtala ng national TV rating na not getting younger naman na. I want to have my own family na,” he said. to be more inclusive, reaching out even to the 17.1 percent, ayon sa datos ng Kantar Media. Mark, Katrina and Yasmien will reunite on the small screen via GMA-7’s “Sa younger members of the family and of our Hindi rin nakapagpigil ang netizens na Piling Ni Nanay.” audience,” Samonte adds. iparamdam ang kanilang pagkasabik para sa According to a release, “Sa Piling Ni Nanay” revolves around Ysabel Starting on the first week of July, “TFC palabas kung kaya naman nag-trend worldwide (played by Yasmien), a single mother trying to raise her daughter Maymay Connect” takes on a new look and feel to reach sa Twitter ang official hashtag ng teleserye na (Chlaui Malayao) in any way she can. Ysabel will find work as personal assistant out to the second generation OFs who may #BFYTheRedString. to Scarlet (Katrina). Scarlet cannot bear a child so she convinces Ysabel to become her sur- have been born overseas or were born here but Ang nakakakilig na pagkikita nina Kevin rogate. have migrated overseas. at Sam sa Shibuya Crossing sa Japan at ang The soap also stars Nova Villa, Bettinna Carlos, Antonio Aquitania and Sofia “TFC Connect” will take on a new format magagandang tanawin sa nasabing bansa, pati Jayzel Cabatay. with more interactive segments and will wel- na ang pag-ulan ng yelo, ang ilan sa mga dapat Directed by Gil Tejada Jr., the series starts airing June 27. come new host and youtube star, Wil Dasovich. abangan sa pilot week ng serye.

Joy and Warren D’Aoust pose with Nadine Lustre and James Reid.

ABOVE, Lovely Dana Luna, Josie de Leon, Chatt Bautista and Mark Cuizon Crescini pose with actor Gabby Concep- cion. RIGHT, Clarissa Gonzales pose with Gabby Concepcion. Clarissa Gonzales pose with Clarissa Gonzales pose with Nadine Lustre Gabby Concepcion. and James Reid.

18 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 A BACK TO BACK SUCCESSFUL EVENTS FOR PIDC by: Suzy Llanera Natalia Versoza-Hilse, Samantha Gavin, Toronto, Philippine Independence Day Elefano, Lorenzo & Aida Villaruz, Roy & Charms, Ashley Suva, Uppercase Band, Council (PIDC) and the Filipino commu- Connie Start, Annabelle Migalbin, Nand- Southeast Cartel and the line-dancing of nity. Chaired by Executive Vice-President, ing Ticzon, Nene Ticzon, Paulina & Ben Step by Step, joined by dance enthusiasts, Karen Pascual-Binaday, the event was Corpuz, Conrad Corpuz, Vilma Tahsin, highlighted the overall excitement at the ably hosted by Rafael “Raffy” Fabregas. A Roger Tarca, Tom Tan, Minda Neri, Rose park. short parade to the assembly area, led by Calvo, Chyrell Samson, Rose Cruz, Pedro The event also hosted the annual PIDC Verth Bugtong, initiated the program with Carpio, Al Tupe, Helen Pico Lao, Imee Mabuhay Cup Volleyball Tournament Jenifer Camacho singing the Canadian and Belanger and Suzy Llanera. with 14 Teams competing (Teams of 7 Philippine Anthems. Welcomed by PIDC Gratefully acknowledging all the Food men and 7 women), led by Vilma Tahsin, President, Norma Carpio, Minister of Donors, solicited by Roy Start and Jun Roger Tarca, and the PIDC Mabuhay Education, Hon. Mitzie Hunter, delivered Villaruz and the Sponsors: Remelys, Indeed, the Philippine Independence Cup Volleyball Tournament Committee a message from the Premier of Ontario, Sampaguita, Alminz Kakanin, Kapit Day Council (PIDC), organized its second continuously manned the game for the Honourable Kathleen Wynne. Other dig- Bahay Restaurant, Sir Chito Collantes, event this year, the Annual “Salu-Salo sa entire duration of the day which started at nitaries in attendance were Deputy Speaker Congee Queen (Scarborough), Jakylynne’s Earl Bales” Community pot-luck picnic on 9:00am. At 3:00pm, emceed by Sir Chito of the House, MPP Soo Wong, MPP Han Catering, Barrio Fiesta Restaurant, Lola Saturday, June 11th, 2016. The community Collantes, different Associations including Dong, MPP Laurie Scott, and special Restaurant, Nene & Nanding Ticzon and event was held to commemorate the 118th the Beauties of PIDC participated in the guests, Honourable Rosalita Prospero, Family, for without you, the success of Philippine Independence Day, chaired by usual Parade around the park grounds led Consul General of the Philippine Consul- these important events would not have Nene Ticzon & Verth Bugtong, co-chair. by Nene Ticzon, Verth Bugtong and Rose ate in Toronto and Monina Lim-Serrano, been possible. Credits and many thanks to The day started off with PIDC President, Cruz. delivered inspirational messages. The the PIDC media partners, Romy Marquez, Norma Carpio joined by the Officers and Community Leaders and notable guests Philippine flag was raised on the Ontario Mila & Hermie Garcia, photographers Council of Leaders, led by the Knights arrived, such as MP Rob Oliphant, MP Legislative grounds on Queens Park mark- Larry Torres, Bong Molano, Ramil Banaag, of Rizal, Kababaihang Rizalistas & Prexy Michael Levitt, MP Marco Mendicino, ing the declaration of the “118th Philip- Noel Pineda, Ariel Ramos, Aurora Ticzon Rose Cruz in the wreath laying ceremony MP Salma Zahid, each delivered their pine Independence Day”. Elefano, as well as, to the performers, and before the bust of Dr. Jose P. Rizal. It was greetings and messages, made their rounds After the ceremony, reception and en- to the PIDC Mabuhay Cup Volleyball supported by Regional Commander Sir Ed to greet revelers and stopped by at the tertainment continued inside the Legisla- Tournament Committee and its volunteers. Prillo together with Rizal Canada Sir Joe different booths and exhibitors on the tive Building. Rendition of Filipino songs, The next PIDC events are the PIDC Damasco, Sir Marjo Alpuerto, and Sir Jojo grounds, namely, Kapitbahay Restaurant, fittingly sang for the occasion, and popular Miss Philippines 2016 and PIDC Little Taduran, garbed in their complete uniform. Dini Ice Cream, Smoothie Groove, Que- ballads were performed by Cheryl Mala- Miss Philippines Pageant, to be held on As well, the presence of Police Constables, zon Apparel, TFC’s ABS/CBN, Empire num, Ashley Suva, Gian Carlo Bobilla and July 9th at the Isabel Bader Theatre, 93 Don Laurel and Sam Park contributed in One Credit Solutions, LBC, SunLife Ivy Joy Maniquez, respectively. Guests were Charles Street, Toronto. Pageant Contacts: keeping to ensure a safe environment for Insurance (Maricar Soriano & Raquel Gal- served with sumptuous lunch and “buko Aurora Ticzon Elefano 416-357-4174 everyone. lardo), PNB Remittance, Paycase, Patrick pandan” for dessert, catered by FV Foods. email: [email protected] & Gene Elam- The program was emceed by Verth Bug- Ocampo Company, Clare Shulte-Albert Headed by its PIDC President, Norma paro 416-318-1986 / jeanpardo28@gmail. tong and Mrs. Philippines Emma Andrada, (PC) and Kangen Water, provided free Carpio, the Philippine Independence Day com. assisted by Aurora Ticzon Elefano. With water all day. Celebrations, “Salu-Salo sa Earl Bales PIDC Mabuhay Cup Basketball Tourna- music provided by DJ Ron Carpio, Verth The Philippine Independence Day Community Picnic” and “Flag Raising ment – July 22-24, 2016 at the Hoopdome, Bugtong and Karen Pascual-Binaday, as “Flag Raising Ceremony”, the 3rd event of Ceremony on Queens Park” were success- 75 Carl Hall Rd. Contact: Vilma Tahsin Program Coordinators, the non-stop enter- many PIDC events, was held at 11:00am ful due to the collaboration & collective at 416-697-7201 / [email protected] For tainment began at noon until closing, with on Tuesday, June 14th at Queens Park, efforts organized by the hardworking and further info, please visit: www.pidctoronto. notable performances from Gian Carlo Ontario Legislative grounds. It was hosted dedicated PIDC Directors and Council com & [email protected] (sl) Bobilla, Cheryl Malanum, Angelica Basil, by the Government of Ontario in coop- of Leaders, Karen Pascual-Binaday, Gene Gizelle Villegas, Clemence Villar, Miss eration with the Philippine Consulate Elamparo, Aurora Ticzon Elefano, Aris Caregivers candidates, Norma Crisostomo,

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JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 19 Do mining right or Entertainment get out - Duterte Julie Anne San Jose earns TIDBITS degree + other stories

KathNiel loves the ‘bikini’ in Barcelona, Spain Gina Lopez accepts offer to head DENR

Sa ulat mula sa Bandila, simula na ng shooting DAVAO CITY - President-elect ng pelikula ng tambalang KathNiel sa Barcelona, Rodrigo Duterte said he would Spain. not ban mining, as long as it fol- Ito ang unang beses na makakatrabaho nina lowed environmental protection Daniel Padilla at Kathryn Bernardo si direk Rhian Ramos standards similar to Australia. Olivia Lamasan. Ani Daniel, “ang sarap kasi Mining stocks plummeted after every scene na gagawin mo, fulfilling kasi Olive leads cast Duterte offered the environment Lamasan, so ma-good take ko lang yun okay…. portfolio to Gina Lopez, a known Talagang buong puso at trust dapat ibibigay mo of GMA’s anti-mining advocate. Julie Anne San Jose holding her diploma (Insta- sa kanya.” Duterte said all mining con- gram) Sinungaling Isa sa mga hamon ng pelikulang ito para sa tracts would be reviewed. KathNiel ay ang pag-deliver ng linya sa salitang “I will not ban mining,” Duterte Julie Anne San Jose has clinched a new Mong Puso Espanyol. Ayon sa dalawa, kinailangan nilang told a gathering of several hun- achievement by graduating from college. mag-aral ng basic Spanish. Kapuso actress Rhian dred businessmen here. “Another chapter has ended, and so a new one Halos buong pelikula ay kukunan sa Barcelona Ramos returns to drama as “Making money out of the begins,” Julie Anne posted on Instagram, along she breathes new life to at malaking tulong diumano ito. Ani Daniel, precious metals of the Earth that with a photo of her in a toga. the character of Star for All “ang laking tulong ng atmosphere ng lugar para belongs to the people, you have The singer-actress took up Communication Seasons Vilma Santos in the sa romansa and maganda yung istorya ng movie to do it right. If you can’t do it Arts in Angelicum Colllege, juggling school TV adaptation of the 1992 film dahil unang-una iba na ang maturity level nito e, right, get out,” he said. work and studies for four-and-a-half years. Sinungaling Mong Puso. kesa sa past movies namin.” The new Kapuso offering Lopez, chair of ABS-CBN Foun- In a separate post, she acknowledged how hard Nakatuwaan rin ng dalawa ang pag-order ng will air this July on GMA as dation, said on Tuesday night it was for her. “And there was everything. Sleep- tinapay sa Barcelona na kung tawagin ay “bikini.” part of the Network’s top- that she has accepted the offer less nights, fatigue and even disappointments, rating afternoon block, and to lead the Department of Envi- but those were transient emotions brought by AiAi Delas Alas, ibang-iba worldwide on its flagship ronment and Natural Resources much studying and lack of rest sometimes,” she international channel, GMA (DENR) after a phone conversa- said. ang hitsura sa pagbibidah- Pinoy TV. tion with the incoming president. Julie Anne added, “…it’s okay to admit I “We are all honored to be ang independent film She said she was not an enemy wasn’t perfect, I was struggling. I’ve juggled work a part of this show dahil alam of the mining industry, adding that and studies, yet managed to survive. I defi- namin na talagang [because Nakilala ang Comedy Concert Queen at “Hay we all know that it is truly an] she wants to have a dialogue with nitely have to say that it’s all worth it. As I went Bahay!” star na si AiAi Delas Alas sa kaniyang acting piece siya para sa industry stakeholders to address through four and a half years, I’ve learned that makukulay na costume at make-up tuwing mag- aming lahat [for all of us]. It issues. it pays not to worry so much about where you papasaya ng mga manonood sa telebisyon man o requires everyone to give Lopez was offered the posi- ranked but rather think about the joy you get pelikula. it their all. As actors and as tion during a courtesy call at the with what you do.” lovers of our craft, it’s really Sa pagkakataong ito, kakaibang AiAi ang Presidential Guest House in DPWH She also took the opportunity to thank all an honor for us to receive a mapapanood ng publiko sa independent film na Panacan Depot, Davao City on who supported her, including God, her family, project like this,” says Rhian. “Area.” Monday afternoon. friends and teachers. She will play the role of Ipinasilip ng batikang komedyante ang She said she only met with “Life doesn’t offer us a smooth path. There Clara, a woman trapped in an kaniyang make-up at wardrobe para naturang unhappy marriage prompting Duterte on Monday to raise some will always be tough times, regrets and failures pelikula, na pangungunahan ng direktor na si her to enter into a relationship concerns about the mining indus- as well as success, reward and happiness. Before Louie Ignacio. with a younger man. try in the Philippines. closing this chapter, it’s pertinent to thank the Bukod sa simpleng damit, halos wala ring Kiko Estrada, one of the “I just wanted to give him some people who continue to inspire me. My family make-up ang Kapuso comedienne. Network’s up-and-coming ideas, then he offered the posi- who raised me, for the guidance and uncondi- young actors, will play the Aniya, “Ang hirap ng eksena but I hope tion. Nagulat na nga ako eh. Sabi tional love; My friends and peers, for joining role of Clara’s younger nabigyan ko ng hustisya! Sana manood kayo ko, ‘Sir alam mo magiging contro- me in the fight for life, and making all efforts lover originally portrayed nito. Maraming eksena na ikakagulat niyo dahil versial ako’,” she told ABS-CBN fulfilled; My professors and teachers, for impart- by Aga Muhlach. Meanwhile, ngayon ko lang ginawa sa buong buhay ko.” News in an interview at Davao ing profound wisdom; And lastly, God for the Rafael Rosell will take on “Thank you Direk LOUIE IGNACIO... Pi- the character of Clara’s City’s airport on Monday. blessings and the wonderful gift of knowledge,” nahirapan mo ako!” mensahe niya pa sa kaniyang husband first played by Gabby Lopez said she admires Duterte she said. direktor. Concepcion. for showing genuine concern for In a previous interview, Julie Anne said that Kasamang bibida sa pelikula ang panganay Also part of the show the environment and the welfare she considers her diploma a “gift” to her parents. na anak ni AiAi na si Sancho Vito, pati na are Jazz Ocampo, Glydel of farmers and fishermen. “It’s been a long road but with hard work and Mercado, Stephanie Sol, ang award-winning actor na si Allen Dizon, at Duterte considers the DENR patience, anything is possible. This is certainly a Gab de Leon, Gee Canlas, marami pang iba. post one of the most important in huge milestone… the tassel’s worth the hassle,” JC Tiuseco, Michael de Mesa, his Cabinet, as he seeks to end she said. Sherilyn Reyes and Cheska destructive mining in the Philip- Julie Anne held her 10th anniversary concert Diaz. Ricky Davao, who pines. “In Control” on May 14. previously helmed top-rating The president-elect earlier afternoon shows such as offered the DENR post to the Left Sisid, Mga Basang Sisiw, and but later changed his mind. Dading, will direct the new GMA afternoon drama.

FIRST, Genelie Tenorio, carrying Joshua, poses with Senator Enverga during Durham’s Fiesta. SECOND, Joshua joins the Santacruzan. THIRD, Ampee, Joshua, mom Genelie, Ma- ria and Aubrey pose during the Durham Fiesta. FOURTH, Shai Garrido poses with Philippine actor Gabby Concepcion. 20 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 MEGAN HOPES TO WORK WITH MI- KAEL: STILL NO PROJECT

MISS. World 2013 Megan Young is glad that the together through the projects she’s currently doing on both the small and the big Youtube videos that we screen are comedies, “Conan My Beautician” on GMA-7 share.” and “Mighty Yaya” with Regal Entertainment. James, Nadine “After ‘Marimar’ tell all in book: Gladys S. Calderon na dramang-drama, I Licensed Travel Consultant welcome these light Including the projects dahil noon ko big fight pa gusto to try do- “Reliable & friendly service, speaks English & Tagalog” ing comedy,” she says. JAMES Reid and “Enjoy ako sa ‘Conan’ (Direct line) 416 307 2699 (Cell) 647 267 2052 with all the comedians Nadine Lustre have done I’m working with and hit movies, TV shows and Silkway Travel & Cruise Inc. TICO # 50021627 it’s my first sitcom so concerts here and abroad. Liberty Sq. 303-3621 Hwy 7 East I’m really excited. Sa Now they’re giving their ‘Mighty Yaya’ naman, fans an intimate look Markham On L3R 0G6. 905 752 5077 it’s a privilege to work with Ms. Ai Ai de las Alas. Nata- into their lives and love Email: [email protected] tawa ako sa scenes namin as she’s really so funny. Laging affair with a revealing good vibes sa set at masaya kaming lahat.” book, “Team Real”, which Her contract with Miss World is ending soon. “But includes so many photos kahit wala na akong contract with them, I’ll always have a you’ve never seen before. connection sa Miss World. I’m leaving nga next month for “It’s a window into our minds, again to be directed by Antoinette Jadaone, who helmed the U.K. para naman sa Mr. World competition.” our hearts, with untold stories about us and our relation- their hit soap, “On the Wings of Love”. How is it working with Mark Herras as her leading ship,” says James. “The story will be totally different from ‘OTWOL’,” says man in “Conan” that starts airing this Sunday at 5:30 p.m.? They narrate how they fell in love with each other, Nadine. “He’s okay. I’m very comfortable with him kasi nagkasama including the big fight they had while doing “Wang Fam”. “Romantic drama pa rin pero magiging mas seryoso ang lang kami as hosts sa last Starstruck. Sa story, he pretends It also offers tips about fashion, beauty and keeping fit. The tema and James and I will play more mature roles.” to be gay to elude Cacai Bautista and he meets me na isa book was launched recently at Market Market and a record They will also be featured in the international magazine, namang runaway bride, then he falls in love with me but he of 11,000 fans came in full force. “Team “Teen Vogue”, which has a million circulation worldwide. cannot show it kasi nga, ang alam ko, bading siya.” Real” is now officially the year’s best selling book with It has featured Hollywood loveteams before like Zac Efron Would she consider working together with BF Mikael almost 100,000 copies sold since its sale became available and Vanessa Hudgens. “We don’t know how ‘Teen Vogue’ Daez? “We’d like that, but so far, wala pang project for us. online. But despite their legion of adoring fans, they do noticed us but we heard merong mga nakapanood sa kanila It’s management naman who’d decide about that.” have their own share of bashers, like those who say that ng concerts namin sa U.S. and the next thing we knew, may It seems she really gets along fine with Mikael. “He’s their alleged love affair is all for show, just to help boost invitation na sa amin to be featured in their magazine,” says very supportive of me. We talk about a lot of things and he their loveteam’s popularity.“We just ignore the bashers,” Nadine. “We were interviewed when we were in Washing- gives me lots of insights about life and about our work.” says James. “All celebrities naman get bashed and there’s ton but we don’t know yet kung kailan lalabas.” They have yet to officially admit that they’re on but it’s nothing we can do about it.” Meantime, you can read everything you want to know obvious that they’re in a relationship, judging from their Is it true James is not in favor of Nadine’s being voted as about James and Nadine in “Team Real”, which is from photos of their trips together abroad. “With us, what you one of FHM’s Sexiest Women? “It was just a joke. But it’s VRJ Books, the publishing arm of their home studio, Viva, see is what you get. We’re both of age na naman. He’s 28 true I don’t want Nadine to wear stuff that’s too sexy. I’m which also published Ricky Lo’s “Conversations Pa More” and I’m 26 na and we appreciate all the respect that the still conservative at heart.” and the late Director Wenn Deramas’ tell all biography, press gives us in our decision to be quiet about what we After their series of successful concerts abroad, they’re “Direk 2 Da Poynt”. have. We share naman online the things we enjoy doing about to start their next teleserye for ABS-CBN, once

JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 21 Entertainment

Mara Alberto is GMA7’s latest sexy comedian + other stories

Petite and sexy 23-year old Mara Alberto’s dream came true So this sent tongues wagging. Bata? Could it be Barbie when she debuted as an actress on GMA7’s sitcom “A1 Ko sa Forteza? But she already has a confirmed boyfriend, Kiko ‘ Yo.” Rodriguez. Maybe it’s Jillian Ward? Mona Louise Rey? Or Before her showbiz break, the newbie actress confessed she Chlaui Malayao? But Alden is not a pedophile. used to look for jobs on PLDT’s telephone directories. All these talks angered diehard fans of AlDub nation, who “Hindi pa masyado uso claim this is just a case of sabotage from Alden and Maine’s Google noon,” she shared. detractors now that their solo movie, “Imagine You and Me” is “Sa telephone directory ako about to be shown in theaters nationwide on July 13. One Alden naghahanap ng mga agents defender says: “Walang time si Alden manligaw sa iba dahil sa who could help me.” sobrang pagka-busy niya. Nakaka-sad lang na isang Kapuso rin Mara’s creativity landed ang mismong naninira sa kanya sa pagba-blind item nito.” her modeling jobs for a fast So what can you say about that, Arnold Clavio? food chain, a healthy snack and a feminine wash. Andrea sad about end of show Then her luck changed Jasmine Curtis all when the late German Andrea Torres is understandably feeling sad because her hit “Kuya Germs” Moreno afternoon soap, “The Millionaire’s Wife”, is ending this week. set to do a movie saw her at an indie film “Gusto kong pasalamatan lahat ng sumuporta sa aming show audition starring Nora Aunor. during its 14- week run,” she says. “Huwag silang bibitaw dahil with Vilma Santos “I always audition for roles kasi in indie movies,” she related. talagang very exciting ang last few remaining episodes dahil “Kuya Germs was there tapos nakita niya ako. Tinanong niya ako Fresh from a vacation in Europe, Jasmine ayaw pa ring tigilan nina Jaclyn Jose as Stella, Ina Raymundo as Curtis said she is looking forward to working kung gusto kong mag-artista tapos kinuha niya akong co-host sa Allison and Sid Lucero as Jared ang pangha-harass nila sa akin. ‘Walang Tulugan’ noong 2012.” again. “Masaya, Siyempre masaya kasi I always Desidido silang maagaw ‘yung kayamanang ipinamana sa akin ng look forward to holidays after doing a project “Walang Tulugan” then became her stepping stone into husband kong si Robert Arevalo as Alfredo. Malalaman n’yo rin kasi siyempre ilang araw ka ding puyat, minsan showbiz. Learning from Kuya Germs then, she continued to buwan buwan. So I was very happy I was able kung kanino ako mapupunta as Louisa: kay Mike Tan ba as Ivan to have almost two weeks vacation. Work audition for work. or kay James Blanco as Mark.” She revealed she pursued work in GMA for two long years and play siya so kahit papaano it was a very She also wants to thank all her co-stars, plus the staff and crew. productive vacation pa rin,” she shares during before she landed a role on “A1 Ko Sa ‘Yo.” “Nakakaramdam nga ako ng sepanx or separation anxiety kasi, for the Live the Nova Life event held last June 23 As to why she didn’t settle for a hosting career, Mara explained, at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati city. sure, I will miss them all. Madalas kaming magkakasama kami The 22-year-old actress said she might “I’ve always wanted to become an actress. Noong bata pa ako, ako sa isang long table, making kuwentuhan, nagbo-bonding, so we na yung humahanap ng mga paraan para makapasok sa showbiz be playing the daughter of the Star for all became close friends. We talk not only about the show but even Seasons Vilma Santos in her biggest movie role pati sa commercials. Acting is my dream and itong ‘A1 Ko Sa ‘Yo’ personal things. Lahat kami, nagkakasundo and I trust them, kaya to date. “I have a project with Ms. Vilma Santos is a dream come true!” sigurado akong mami-miss ko sila.” so that’s big. It’s with direk Quark Henares. I’m She also admitted to being nervous about her role because not sure when we’ll start but so far kami pa it is her first acting job. She did get an acting workshop from lang yung dalawang confirmed na cast or at Luis finds the one least yung alam kong cast members. So I’m very GMAAC before her taping for the show began. thrilled and just overwhelmed na ang lalaki “I couldn’t believe it at first. Pero sobrang saya ko and ng mga nakakasama ko sa mga projects ko so nakakakaba kasi mga batikang artista ang mga makakasama ko,” I’m thankful. Wala pang (title) eh but I think I Luis Alandy is currently without a regular soap after he did “My might be her daughter in the project. Bongga Mara related. Fair Lady” with TV5. “My manager, Noel Ferrer, says rest muna (laughs),” she admitted. The actress also hopes that “A1 Ko Sa ‘Yo” would kickstart her ako sa TV and puro movies muna ang gagawin ko. Even when it comes to her personal life, acting and showbiz career since she is the bread winner of her He was nominated in the Urian Awards for his role as a Jasmine said her relationship with her boyfriend family. According to her, she’s the eldest among six siblings. Her Jeff Ortega is going smoothly. “Masaya! Kita soldier having an affair with a rebel woman in “Anino sa Likod niyo naman yung mga pictures di ba? We’re mom works only during summer teaching piano and swimming ng Buwan”, which will get a wide release in theaters next month. very open of course with what we can sure. lessons. He has also finished the AlDub movie, “Imagine Me and You” Like always, with me naman regardless of kung Aware of the stiff competition in showbiz, Mara doesn’t have where he plays Maine Mendoza’s older brother. Also in the can sino man ang kasama ko or involved sa life ko, qualms with future roles that would be given her. “Gusto kong I’m very open about it to the public and I keep is “Mandirigma”, an action film that’s a tribute to local soldiers, na lang what I want for myself to myself but of maging sexy actress and gusto ko ring maging comedian. Pwede directed by Arlyn de la Cruz. He just wrapped up work for course ayoko namang ire-restrict na siyempre. rin sa mga mature roles. I really want to try different characters BG Productions’ “Siphayo”, where has sexy love scenes with I kind of have to share also bits and pieces of kasi gusto ko talaga maging mahusay sa pag-arte,” she remarked. Natalie Hart, who’s being launched in the film directed by Joel my life because that’s my work. My fans, that’s In the sexy comedy “A1 Ko Sa ‘Yo,” Mara plays Kath, a model how they want to support me. They like to see Lamangan. me enjoying different things so I need to feed wannabe who takes on a job as receptionist at the A1 Talent He’s also shooting three other new movies. “I feel so them that din so that they get excited, they Agency. She joins the cast top billed by Jaclyn Jose, Solenn blessed working with different directors and production groups as look forward to my projects. So yeah I’m very Heussaff, Gardo Versoza, Sef Cadayona, Benjamin Alves, Roi I learn so much from each of them,” he says. open naman with my relationship, my love life Vinzon, Ervic Vijandre, Denise Barbacena and Gee Canlas. (laughs). I’m just happy about life in general,” Recently, he has formally proposed to his non-showbiz she explained. “A1 Ko Sa ‘Yo,” directed by Randy Santiago, airs every girlfriend named Joselle in Lake Tahoe. “Kaya nga panay ang The new Nova celebrity ambassador also Thursday on GMA. kayod ko para makapag-ipon sa gagastusin namin sa wedding. said dating a non-showbiz guy is not that dif- We’re now planning everything step by step.” ficult since he is mature enough to understand her line of work. “Siyempre I sometimes I have Alden has a secret younger GF? He was previously linked to various showbiz girls, including to tell him na baka minsan you’ll get tweets na Desiree del Valle, Tin Arnaldo, Alex de Rossi, Kat Alano and ganito, alam mo naman. Sinabihan ko na yung Bebs Hollman. What made him feel sure that Joselle is the one? mga (social media) accounts mo you need to Alden Richards is rumored to have a secret girlfriend who’s “She has a very positive influence on me, lalo na sa pagiging make sure na everything that’s on that okay much younger than him. This came out as a blind item in Arnold lang na ma-discover ng public kasi sabi ko Christian ko. People say bumait daw ako. We both come from big siyempre though we live our personal lives, Clavio’s radio show but it’s delivered in such a manner that it’s families. I’m the 3rd of 6 kids and 2nd siya of 4 kids. Kasundung- easy to identify that Alden is the one being referred to. May mas the public wants to know more all the time so kasundo ko ang buong family niya.” hindi sila titigil. They’ll always want to know batang girlfriend daw. more and they’ll scavenge for it. So sabi ko maganda profile mo okay ba yan na makita nila lahat ng laman niyan? Sabi niya, ‘Ah ganun pala yun?’ He’s learning. He’s very curious din naman about the industry so I help him out with it. But so far so good. I think maybe because Scenes he’s from a political family medyo may konting grasp na rin siya on it,” she said. Even before she met her boyfriend, Jasmine in the city said he was already friends with her older sister Anne and Anne’s boyfriend Erwann Heusaff which is why they sometimes go out together. “I think Erwann and him go way, way even back friends na sila. That’s why it’s easy to get along. But at the same time siyempre ang Ate of course she’s still very protective, she’s still watches out for me like, ‘O anong balita diyan? Kamusta ka na diyan?’ But in a manner LEFT, Patrick Brown, the Leader of the Progressive Party of Ontario called a quick meeting between the Filipino Media in Ontario; and dis- na she wants to hear that I’m happy. Of course cussed topics that affect the citizen of Ontario. The meeting was on June 6, 2016 at Queens Park; and was attended by, from left to right Hon. hindi rin maiiwasan sometimes manghihingi ako Laurie Scott, Hon. Patrick Brown, Rose Tijam (President of the Philippine Press Club Ontario, PPCO), Leizyl Putong - Sobrinho (Filipino Centre ng advice but so far lahat naman is all for the Toronto), and Ariel Ramos of PPCO. better of everything in my life,” she shared. RIGHT, Josie de Leon and Philip Beloso host the Forex kuwarta of Kahon portion of FCT’s Pistahan. 22 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 The New Loveteam Cleaning Your Kitchen May JODINETHE REAL THING Make You Eat Less

If you’re the type of person who lets the dirty dishes pile up in the sink (so pretty much all of us), you’ll want to hear about the findings of this new study. Clutter in our kitchens may lead us to eat more. In the study, women waited next to an assortment of healthy and unhealthy snacks in a messy or clean kitchen. Women who waited in the messy one ate more overall, and they were two times more likely to eat cookies than those in the tidy space. The study was small (98 participants) and included only women, but its findings fall in line with existing research that shows people tend to eat more in stressful environments. A Why that woman in the middle is more concerned than Lauren (JAMES’ SISTER) and James Reid is beyond little food for thought before you think about skipping the dishes tonight. me. Nadine Lustre poses with me, Jose “Joey” Baking at a sponsor’s brunch.

Darren Espanto to since his first major concert, which also hap- Just before his fans could worry about him About his desire to venture into theater, Dar- pened to be his birthday show at the SM Mall not returning to the country, Darren immedi- ren revealed that he, along with The Voice Kids vacation in Canada of Asia Arena. ately stated that he wouldn’t stay too long in coach Lea Salonga, previously auditioned for a The young singer is planning to take a break Canada. debut Broadway show. after his concert. Meanwhile, Darren says he will be staging “We auditioned for a Broadway debut called Young Total Performer Darren Espanto “Magbabakasyon ako. Magbabakasyon ako ng another concert, probably in the Big Dome, but The Prince and I. Tapos I got the lead role, remains in awe that he was able to stage yet ilang weeks in Canada,” he said in an interview not anytime soon. which was the prince tapos she was supposed another soldout major concert. after the concert. “Araneta siguro in the next few years tignan to be my mom. But due to our schedules hindi Thousands of fans flocked at D Total Experi- “Baka mag-camping kami or do some fun natin. But I also want to try theater and I want nangyari,” he shared. Despite what happened, ence at the KIA Theater on June 25 to witness stuff and just relax and then balik to do shows to do one of those mini shows,” he said. Darren still hopes to try his hand at theater act- their idol showcase another side of him along again,” he added. Darren described the “mini shows” as some- ing some time in the future or once his schedule with guests Jed Madela, Maja Salvador, Iñigo It may be recalled that Darren recently re- thing like jamming sessions with his fans where permits. Pascual, Ylona Garcia and the G Force. leased his second solo album titled Be With Me. there is no big production whatsoever. Darren’s concert took place almost a year

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Solenn, on the other hand, is siya, may business niya na nasama ako. looking forward to spend time with Rhian. “She eats almost Everything with Wyn kasi is, kung puwede anything like me. She’s sporty and kalog. It’s gonna be fun,” she shared. mong sabihing perfect, ganun eh,” kuwento In her first episode as the newest Taste Buddies girl, Rhian takes Solenn to Rue niya sa ilang entertainment press, kabilang Bourbon—a chic dining and wine place on Tomas Morato, Quezon City. Solenn, ang GMANetwork.com, sa press conference of course, won’t be left behind. She brings with her hunks Vince Velasco and Rafa ng Afternoon Prime series na Sa Piling Ni Siguion-Reyna. Nanay. Rhian and Solenn discover how Rue Bourbon’s bestsellers Gambas with Chorizo and Ani Mark, ayaw niyang masabihan na Corned Pork Scarface are prepared. 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JOEM Bascon considers it a big honor to be paired with Judy Ann Santos in the Glaiza de Castro at Gabbi Garcia, nilinaw na movie “Kusina”. “I made my very first MANILA - Xian Lim could not hide appearance on TV ten years ago and it’s his excitement about his upcoming hindi sila nakikipagkompitensya sa orihinal na with Judy Ann in an episode of ‘Maalaala concert, especially since it will be his ‘Encantadia’ Mo Kaya’ where I played her brother,” first one. he says. “After that, nakasama ko siya sa In an interview with Push.com.ph, he said, “First concert ko ito and the title Sa pagbabalik-telebisyon ng Encantadia ngayong taon, hindi maiiwasang maikumpara soap na ‘Habang May Buhay’ with Derek is A date with Xian and gusto ko dito ito sa orihinal na telefantasya na Ramsay. Now, mag-asawa na kami rito sa very interactive with the fans and sa sumikat noong 2005. ‘Kusina’ so nakakatuwa talaga. And she lahat ng pupunta. Kumbaga bonding- Hindi nakaiwas sa isyu ang remains very humble, napakabait, easy to bonding lang at the same time. We dalawa sa bagong cast na sina work with. Sa story, we will fall out love are just going to have fun.” Glaiza de Castro at Gabbi kasi magiging sobrang busy ako sa trabaho Xian shared that preparations for Garcia na siyang gaganap bilang and makaka-affair niya ang best friend ko, the show are already in full swing. “Pa- Sang’gre Pirena at Alena. Ayon si Luis Alandy. Mahaba ‘yung journey ng laging nagrerehearse at the same time sa dalawang Kapuso actress, characters dito kasi it will start in the 1960s nirurun through ang mga songs.” hindi raw nila kailanman nais at tatanda pa kami.” What are the challenges he en- lamangan ang dating Encantadia. Joem was last seen on TV in “Pangako countered along the way? “Siguro “Hindi naman ‘to kompetisyon Sa’Yo”. “Now, puro movies muna ang pinakachallenge it’s the very first one pero masasabi namin na ginagawa ko. I did the horror film ‘Tulay (L-R) Glaiza de Castro, Kylie Padilla, Gabbi Garcia, and so I don’t know what to expect pa but maraming naidagdag,” paliwanag ng San Sebastian’ with Sandino Martin, Sanya Lopez will play the lead roles on Encantadia I just want to have fun in the concert ni Glaiza. “Mas na-enchance the drama about gold miners ‘Oro’ with 2016 requel. and spend time with all of them.” [‘yung show],” dagdag pa ni Irma Adlawan, ‘EDSA’ na riding in tandem Now that his primetime soap The Gabbi. holduppers kami ni Aljur Abrenica and Story of Us just concluded, he was Pero mayroong pangako ang dalawa sa mga nag-aabang sa Encantadia requel. Ani latest yung sex-drama ‘Siphayo’ with asked if he has a dream project in Glaiza, “Hindi namin sila bibiguin kasi siyempre lahat ng characters na minahal nila Natalie Hart and Luis Alandy, for Direk mind that he wants to do next. naroon pa rin at bibigyan pa namin ng maraming kulay at marami pang characters na Joel Lamangan. Basta work lang ako nang “Ang dami kong dream projects pero idaragdag. So ‘yung mga tanong nila dati, maaaring masagot namin ngayon.” work.” para sa akin just more projects doing more roles and learning a lot.” Is he open to being paired with another leading lady after Kim Chiu? President Aquino, Trillanes face treason “Of course kahit sino. Sa story lang talaga eh. The story has to be really MANILA - The camp of Rodrigo Duterte bank accounts. pines be involved in a war, it said “external good and show the viewers what they has filed treason and espionage charges against The complaint said “Senator Trillanes met aggression” was committed by China when it deserve. “ President Benigno Aquino III and Sen. with the Chinese 16 times, and he requested “immediately occupied the subject areas.” With numerous recognitions that Antonio Trillanes IV for undertaking “back- that the meeting [be] secret. In those meetings, As for the charge of espionage, the com- Filipino actors have received in inter- channel talks” with China that “only advanced Trillanes made mention that the Philippines plaint said China had been “emboldened” by [the] interest of our Asian neighbor.” cannot enforce coastal protection. And that the information “gathered from” Trillanes. national award giving bodies, Xian Martin Diño, Duterte’s national campaign made the Chinese take an aggressive [stance] “We include the President because Trillanes was asked if he is also open to doing manager, announced Friday’s filing of the and take over our areas like Scarborough Shoal could not have done this without the order indie movies. treason and espionage charges by supporters of and Spratly Islands. That alone constitutes of the President. They breached international “Oo naman that’s one of my dreams the Davao mayor in the Office of the Ombuds- treason,” former Rep. Ronald Adamat, one of policy. 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The aircraft Times, Almendras said there are certain 4ens Photography [FA-50] are only used for ceremonial “conventions in diplomacy” that require PHOTO & VIDEO fly-bys,” he pointed out. diplomats to abide by certain opinions. The incoming leader said the funds “For example, I will never make a dip- spent on the FA-50s would have been lomatic comment when I’m no longer used to procure more “fast boats” and a secretary of Foreign Affairs because it choppers with “night vision capabilities.” impacts the country,” he added. “One purpose for buying [them] is The Aquino administration has re- to match the air power of China one to fused to hold bilateral talks with China one. But beyond Scarborough, there are and instead filed a case at the Perma- 300 MIGs… and your battleground will nent Court of Arbitration (PCA) in The be Palawan,” Duterte said. Hague to question China’s excessive The FA-50 acquisition was among nine-dash line claim. the priorities of the Aquino administra- The ruling will be handed down on tion under the military modernization July 7, according to a source. program. But Baja insisted that he can advo- The Defense department had entered cate for anything “without government into various questionable contracts, restrictions.” including procurement of 21 defective “I don’t know what convention he [re- UH-1D helicopters that was the subject ferring to Almendras] is talking about. of congressional investigations. What’s the matter with him? I doubt One of the questioned units crashed very much if there is a convention that and burned last year in a rescue opera- stops any diplomat [from voicing his or tion. her opinion on foreign policy matters],” Also on Tuesday, Foreign Affairs he said. 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Liza Dino has a daring scene bar- so she knows part of the job lang ‘yun. Ian has high regard for Jodi ing her breasts in her lesbian love scene I also do love scenes with men naman, with Janice de Belen in “Ringgo, The like in ‘Toto’ na may bed scene ako with Dog Shooter”. Janice says she was so Sid Lucero. Ian Veneracion is very happy with the second broken nervous when they shot that scene. How Okay rin lang ‘yun sa kanya.” wind that he’s getting in his acting career. Now hearted about Liza? 41 years old, he started his career as a child ac- man tor in “Joey & Son” in 1982 when he was only 7. after his “Siyempre, So will they push through with their Seiko Films later built him up as a teen action girl- kinabahan plan to have their own baby through in star in films like “Alyas Baby Face”, “Zaldong friend din,” she says. vitro fertilization? “Yes, we plan to go Tisoy” and “Bukas Tatakpan Ka ng Dyaryo”. (Sarah “May pres- to the U.S. in October at tatlong buwan He became in demand as an action star even Lah- sure kasi alam daw tatagal ang proseso. After our with other film companies and he did movies bati) ng lahat na wedding at may sarili na kaming bahay, like “Boy Praning”, “Ben Balasador”, “Bastardo”, left him member ako ngayon, sariling baby naman. We will etc. He lied low when the production of local when ng LGBT community, so kailangang use Aiza’s eggs, then we’ll have a sperm movies slackened but his career was revived he pro- mabigyan ko ng justice ang role ko as a donor, at ilalagay sa akin as the mom. when he did “Pangako Sa’Yo” with Jodi Sta. posed Maria. They were paired on the big screen in to her. He then meets Jodi as Chinggay, who’s veterinarian na lover ni Janice. Mahaba We’re all excited, even my own daughter the omnibus movie, “All You Need is Pag-ibig”, been unattached for seven years. He falls for her ang proseso in preparing for our love from my first marriage na gusto nang and they’re now together again in the love but then, Jodi’s ex-BF, Richard Yap as Frank, scene kasi dapat maging handa talaga magkaroon ng kapatid.” triangle film, “The Achy Breaky Hearts”, along comes back to her and wants them to reconcile. si Janice. Kasi hesitant siya, so we really Is it true President Duterte offered with Richard Yap. Doesn’t he get attracted to Aside from “Achy Breaky Hearts”, Ian is also have to be comfortable with each other. them to handle arts and culture in his Jodi even off cam? “It’s so easy to fall in love busy taping for his new teleserye, “The Second By the time we shot it, pa-ending na new government? “Walang ganun at with Jodi as she has so many lovable qualities,” Wife”, with Bea Alonzo and Iza Calzado, sup- ang shooting ng movie at more open na kung may offer man, we know hindi he says. “But as everyone knows, I’m a happily ported by Enchong Dee, Julia Barretto, Vin siya about it. Actually, it’s just like doing namin magagampanan kasi we have our married man with three kids. My eldest, Draco, Abrenica, JK Labajo, Irma Adlawan and Tirso a heterosexual love scene.” own plans for our personal lives. But we is now Cruz III. He’s also shooting a suspense-thriller 17, Deidre is 15 and Bucio is 9. I have so movie with Iza Calzado directed by the award- How does her husband, Aiza Seguer- will support the new president in every much respect for Jodi.” winning Jerrold Tarog of “Heneral Luna”. ra, feel about it? “Artista rin naman siya way we can.” In “Achy Breaky Hearts”, Ian plays Ryan, a

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Market Market na ginanap last Sunday. Ano ba ang reaksyon dito ng dalaga? LJ Reyes to say good- “Well, feeling ko naman po, nag-start ’yun dahil nga kay Christina Grimmie bye to daring roles? (ang American singer na binaril ka- Hindi raw makapaniwala si LJ Reyes nang makailan pagkatapos ng kanyang concert tawagin siyang Best Actress sa katatapos sa Orlando), first time ever na harap- lang na 39th Gawad Urian na ginanap June harapan talagang (binaril). 21. “Kasi, from what I heard, parang fan Kinalabit pa raw siya ng kanyang boy- yung… sa autograph signing, tapos bigla friend na si Paolo Contis nang tinawag ang kanyang pangalan. na lang siyang pinaputukan. So, parang Natatawang kuwento ni LJ, “Kinalabit feeling ko, nag-start lahat du’n nu’ng time lang ako ni Pao kanina, e. [Ang nasabi ko na yun,” sabi ni Nadine. lang,] ‘A, okay.’ Tapos habang naglalakad Inamin ng singer-actress na medyo ako, hindi ko alam kung anong nangyayari, naalarma din sila ni James dahil sa nang- parang naglalakad lang ako pero parang yari. blurred lahat kahit nasa stage na ako.” “Siyempre, natatakot po, pero ingat- Sa katunayan, halos maiyak ang Kapuso Home to the best family sitcoms in cousin Mael ( Jose Manalo), a TNT (tago ingat na lang po,” sabi pa ulit niya. actress LJ habang nag-i-speech sa stage ng the country, GMA Network launches its ng tago) overseas but had been deported Samantala, almost 100,000 na agad ang KIA Theatre, sa Cubao, Quezon City. “The whole time, iniisip ko lang, si Aki, newest comedy series Hay Bahay!, which back to the Philippines. He assists Vio nabentang kopya ng Team Real book sa hindi ko masabi kasi baka maiyak na ako premieres tonight. in cooking for his food blog. Lav has a National Bookstore kaya tinanong namin nang diretso, e. Baka maiyak ako sa stage,” Hay Bahay! shows the daily life of a half-brother and aspiring comedian, Sikat si Nadine kung okey lang ba sa kanya ang sabi niya. typical Filipino family. It stars Philip- (Wally Bayola) who colludes with her in gumawa ng Team Real Book 2. Nabanggit din ni LJ, nang ma-interview pine showbiz’s biggest names in comedy challenging Vio’s attacks. Meanwhile, Ne- Kwento ni Nadine, “Of course, siyem- siya ng PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment and 47th Guillermo Mendoza Memo- nuca (Ruby Rodriguez), Batch’s meddling pre po, kasi at least dito, mas marami pa Portal) at ilang media pagkatapos ng awards rial Scholarship Foundation (GMMSF) mother adds to the household problems po kaming maibahahagi sa fans namin, night, na gusto raw sanang sumama ng kan- Box Office King and Queen Bossing Vic rather than offering solutions. She joins mas marami pa po kaming maikukuwento yang anak na si Aki sa awards night. Sotto and Aiai delas Alas. the riot once she learns that her daughter sa kanila. Kuwento niya, “Sabi niya, ‘Mommy where are you going?’ Sabi ko, ‘I’m going to an The series also marks Kristine Hermo- is pregnant. “Pero for now, let’s focus po muna sa awards night, pray for your mommy.’ Tapos sa’s much-awaited TV comeback as she What will happen in a house full of Team Real, kasi ito po talaga, halos lahat tinatanong niya kung ano yung award, nag- takes the role of Batch, the loving wife clashing personalities? Who wins among po talaga sinabi po namin dito sa book na tanong siya ng maraming-maraming tanong, of Yoyo, played by her real-life beau Oyo the tenants? Will Yoyo and Batch achieve ’to,” she said. ‘Mommy, can I go with you?’” Sotto. In the story, the newlyweds Batch peace and order in their warm and ac- Ang Team Real ay merong 120 pages “[Sagot ko,] ‘Anak, hindi puwede kasi may and Yoyo purchase a well-furnished house commodating, but lacking house? na naglalaman ng kanilang mga kwento pasok ka bukas. So, next time na lang.’ Sana with three huge bedrooms and a spacious Written and directed by Bibeth Orteza, kung paano sila na-in-love sa isa’t isa, meron pang next time para siya na escort ko, living room situated in a prime location at the wackiest sitcom on GMA, Hay kanilang mga buhay, pangarap at napak- di ba?” a very low price. However, the house was Bahay! debuts tonight after 24 Oras arami pang mga bagay tungkol sa kanila. NORA and JOHN LLOYD sold relatively cheap because the people Weekend only on GMA. Napakarami ring sexy and hot photos who built it mistakenly had just one toilet ng dalawa, lalo na nga si James, na may Kung si LJ ang nagwaging best actress in the entire house. Nadine reacts to secu- kuhang nasa pool at naka-topless. para sa pelikula niyang Anino Sa Likod The couple did not regret their im- rity concern “I’ve always had a pool in my house.... ng Buwan, si John Lloyd Cruz naman ang pulsive decision of purchasing the house I’ve learned to swim when I was 3 years nanalong Best Actor para sa pelikulang since it is near transportation facilities Katatapos lang mag-story conference old... We’re extending this one so we can Honor Thy Father. and nested in a safe neighborhood. They nina James Reid at Nadine Lustre para do long laps. It’s going to be 20 meters Ano ang reaksiyon ni LJ na ang counter- plan to renovate their property and realize sa bagong teleserye na gagawin nila para long,” bahagi ng quotes ni James sa libro. part niya ay si John Lloyd? the need to rent out the two vacant rooms sa ABS-CBN ngayong September pero Nang tanungin namin kung nag-swim- Natatawang sagot niya, “Ay ang taray, nakatabi ko na rin siya sa wakas! Siyempre to save up, finish paying their loan, and hindi muna nagkuwento ng detalye ang ming na ba siya ng hubo’t hubad sa pool magka-loveteam tungkol dito. isa siya sa mga iniidolo natin sa industriyang proceed with the renovation. niya ay natawa lang siya at napaisip. ito. Sana one day makatrabaho natin siya sa Gusto raw muna nilang mag-focus sa “If I did, I don’t remember!” sagot niya. kahit anong proyekto. Kahit naman dito sa First to move in a tenant is food-blog- inilibas nilang libro titled Team Real na Maging ang sikreto ni James kung mga nakasama ko sa entablado.” ger and bachelor, Vio (Vic Sotto), who nagkaroon ng presscon nu’ng Thursday, paano niya alagaan ang kanyang katawan Nominado rin bilang Best Actress si Nora is excessively obsessed with cleanliness, June 23. at manatiling pogi ay mababasa din daw Aunor para sa pelikulang Taklub. Ano ang followed by the painfully sloppy and un- During the press con of the book, sa libro. masasabi ni LJ na natalo niya ang Superstar? tidy events coordinator Lav (Ai-Ai delas nagulat si Nadine nang malaman na may “Besides the mandatory cleansing of Tugon niya, “Nakakahiya po. Naku, idol Alas). With their opposite personalities, death threats palang natatanggap ang the face, I don’t really do anything else. ko po sila, lahat po ng nandun. Pati po si Alex [Alessandra de Rossi]. Lahat po sila the two develop an unfriendly relation- Viva Artists Agency kaya medyo hinig- The only routine I have is: I wake up, I pitan ng konti ang kanilang seguridad ni bilib na bilib ako kaya hindi po ako umaasa ship and they eventually plot strategies to shower, I go to work, I get home really, I na mananalo ako.” James kapag meron silang public ap- throw each other out of the house. go to sleep,” sabi pa niya. “Yung maitabi lang po yung pangalan ko Helping Vio to piss off Lav is his pearances gaya ng launching ng libro sa at saka yung picture ko kanina po nakatabi doon, masaya na po ako.”

LAST DARING ROLE (Pop-ups are not understand hindi pa rin nawawala supposed to be Coleen Garcia yun when it comes to everyone Kahit na siya ay nagwaging Best Actress Candid SPOOF taken seriously - because I realize even when I was para sa pelikula kung saan may daring love EDITOR) accepts reality in high school when I wasn’t in scene siya, isasantabi daw muna ni LJ ang showbiz yet talagang may mga hat- pagganap ng mga ganitong klaseng roles. Well, Nadine has moved on with of haters ers tayong lahat. There are people Saad niya, “Siguro ite-take ko na rin po in our lives who are set to put us yung opportunity na ito na sabihin na I Joey Baking... hmmm, I hope this guy down or bring us down and the think it would be my last na daring [role].” behind me is her brother. Coleen Garcia admitted she whole process of getting to where looks forward to doing more we want to go includes dealing “Kasi I’m very vocal naman po na nagpa- projects this year. The 23-year-old with those things. But some people baptize ako [as Christian] last year and Aki actress also said that she still plans really go too far. is growing up. So, I think I have to choose to continue her Psychology studies In her last movie Love Me my projects wisely na talaga, kasi naka- in the future. Tomorrow, Coleen said she was kaintindi na po yung bata.” Having joined showbiz in 2011 able to learn something new about when she signed up with Star “And when it comes to my faith also, love. “I realized that in my personal kailangan mamili na po tayo ng projects.” Magic, Coleen said she has already life na kailangan mo maging ready learned how to deal with bashers para tumanggap ng pag-ibig at “Hindi naman po ibig sabihin noon, e, and negative people. “I learned to para ibigay yung pag-ibig mo sa hindi na tayo gagawa ng proyekto na matsa- ignore it already,” she shared. ibang tao. You really have to learn challenge tayo bilang isang aktor.” Coleen said that having fans to love yourself first. You have to Sinabi naman ni LJ na nakahanda na rin and critics are unavoidable in learn how to stand strong and be ang kanyang susunod na teleserye sa GMA showbiz. But she still cannot un- whole as a person bago mo ibigay Network, subalit hindi pa siya makapagbigay derstand why so many people bully yung sarili mo sa ibang tao,” she Joy gets the attention of James Reid as she and husband Warren D’Aoust others online. “I’ve accepted and I ng detalye tungkol dito. pose with him and Nadine Lustre. admitted. 26 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016 JULY 2016 JULY 2016 L. M. Confidential 27 28 L. M. Confidential JULY 2016 JULY 2016