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 Lopezlink March 2013 BIZ NEWS NEWS Lopezlink March 2013  At the Pinoy Media Congress Landslide in Leyte FPH to redeem and Students urged to serve, ABS-CBN: GMA’S libel declare cash dividend love country; EL3 launches case has no basis EDC continues search on preferred shares ABS-CBN Corporation reiterat- THE board of directors of First shares starting on the fifth an- book of speeches ed its stand that the nine-year-old Philippine Holdings Corpora- niversary of the issue date. In his keynote address, EL3 libel case filed by GMA Network tion (FPH) has approved the Additionally, the board also against it has no basis. for missing workers company’s option to redeem approved payment of a cash ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio said the media’s role is to “serve ABS-CBN chairman Eu- A landslide possibly triggered while 10 were taken to the The workers were hired by families of the casualties and all of its 43,000,000 series B dividend on the series B preferred Lopez III (leftmost) with the people no matter what the genio Lopez III (EL3) and preferred shares. Under the shares and prepayment of the re- officers of the Philippine consequences.” He also cited by several days of intermittent hospital for medical care. Nine JE Arradaza, a local subcontrac- provided burial assistance other current and former em- terms of issuance, FPH has maining fixed rate corporate notes, Association of Communication the tale “The Emperor’s New rains has claimed 12 lives in have already been discharged tor of First Balfour Inc., which and financial assistance to the the option to redeem all of the consisting of 7- and 10-year notes, Educators during the launch of Clothes,” saying the media ployees of the network posted Energy Development Corpora- after being treated for minor is the EDC project contractor. families. Meanwhile, full hos- outstanding series B preferred in the amount P3.18 billion. his book should be like the child in bail in connection with the tion’s geothermal steam field in injuries while the remaining Two workers remain miss- pitalization assistance is being the story and point out what’s case after the Quezon City Re- Kananga, Leyte on March 1. worker at the hospital is re- ing to date as more bodies were extended to the survivors who wrong even if others would gional Trial Court issued arrest The incident occurred at cuperating from injuries sus- recovered in the days following are recovering in the hospital. rather keep mum about it. warrants for them in February. the Upper Mahiao area as tained during the incident. the incident. The Upper Mahiao geo- Bayan posts P5.22B This year’s PMC had over The arrest warrants were is- the workers were building a Leyte Geothermal Business First Balfour and EDC, thermal field is part of EDC’s 20 industry experts showing sued against EL3, Erwin Tulfo, concrete shelter to protect the Unit senior vice president Rico together with the local rescue Leyte Geothermal Production in core revenues and explaining the real essence Lynda Jumilla, Beth Frondoso, Screen grab from a Feb. 18 “TV Patrol” report showing ABS-CBN reporter steam pipes from landslides. Bersamin immediately mo- groups of Ormoc, the military Field (LGPF), the world’s larg- of media work to young mass Maria Progena Estonilo Reyes, Dindo Amparo appearing on both ABS-CBN Breaking News’ and GMA The real cause of the landslide bilized the company’s Emer- and National Risk Reduction and est wet steam field. The LGPF BAYAN Telecommunications as compared to 2011,” the com- communicators, who came from Annie Eugenio, Dondi Garcia, Flash Report’s coverage of freed OFW Angelo dela Cruz’s arrival in 2004 is still being investigated, the gency Response Team and all Management Council, continue also includes the Tongonan Inc. posted P5.22 billion in pany said in a statement. as far as Cagayan in the north Luis Alejandro, Jose Ramon company said. available personnel as well as to search for the missing workers. 1, Malitbog, Mahanagdong core revenues in 2012, 8% Bayan’s business segment and Zamboanga in the south. Olives, Jesus Maderazo, Luchi sion ABS-CBN’s broadcast cov- GMA’s libel complaint Twenty-one other workers company resources and equip- Representatives from EDC and Leyte optimization steam higher than 2011. grew by 11% to P2.44B on a YoY Other personalities in the Cruz-Valdes, Jose Magsaysay erage of overseas Filipino worker against ABS-CBN was dis- were treated in the EDC clinic ment following the incident. and First Balfour visited the fields. This strong performance is at- basis due primarily to a combi- event organized annually by Jr. and Alfonso Marquez. Angelo dela Cruz’s arrival in the missed by Department of Jus- tributed to the substantial growth nation of continuing demand for ABS-CBN and the Philippine In a press statement, head of Philippines after Iraqi militants tice (DOJ) private prosecutor in Bayan’s data and voice services. data connectivity and the success Association of Communication ABS-CBN Integrated Corporate released him in 2004. ACP Venturaza in 2004, which EDC signs $300M deal for wind power project Data service revenues grew to of “Business Made Personal,” its BEYOND information and The conference, top-billed by Educators were the network’s Communications Bong Osorio GMA picked up and aired was affirmed by former Justice P3.56B, up 11% or P256 million branding for its top-notch qual- education, the role of media ABS-CBN chairman Eugenio president, chief executive of- said the accused “will avail them- the footage from Reuters Sec. Raul Gonzalez in 2005. ENERGY Development Cor- Lopez (FRL) said: “We have imported fuels, wherein 4,172 mately 600 hectares across from 2011, driven by the increas- ity of accounts management. is to serve and love the coun- Lopez III (EL3), also featured ficer and chief operating officer selves of all legal remedies to Television Service despite an However, in 2010, former poration (EDC) has signed a long prepared for this project MW and 1,751 MW are coal three barangays: Saoit, Po- ing demand for data connectivity Bayan’s consumer segment, try. This was the key message the launch of EL3: In the Service Charo Santos-Concio, Broad- question the findings of probable advisory from Reuters stating acting Justice Sec. Alberto deal to commence the construc- and we are determined to and oil-fired plants, respec- blacion and Nagsurot. Aside and internet connection. on the other hand, grew 6% to imparted to about 700 student of the Filipino Worldwide, a col- cast head Cory Vidanes, News cause for the arrest warrants.” “No Access Philippines” or Agra reversed Gonzalez’s tion of its 87-megawatt wind achieve commerciality at the tively. from the wind farm which will DSL revenues grew year-on- P2.19B, with growth coming delegates who attended the lection of speeches and stories by and Current Affairs head Ging “It is unfortunate that the that the material could not be resolution; in 2011, Justice Sec. farm in Burgos, Ilocos Norte soonest possible time so we FRL further added: “The have large-scale Vestas V90- year (YoY) by 13% to P1.7B in from increased demand for eighth Pinoy Media Congress the chairman. The book is now Reyes, Entertainment head for respondents are being pilloried used by its subscribers in the Leila de Lima affirmed Agra’s and targets to commission the can supply the Luzon grid project is aligned with the 3.0 MW wind turbines and 2012, mainly attributable to the DSL broadband and bundled (PMC), ABS-CBN’s media available at the Studio Tours TV Production Laurenti Dyo- as criminals, when in fact, it was Philippines without consent. resolution. project in 2014. with clean, sustainable wind long-term strategic direction of ancillary plant, the BWP also increased usage of social media packages. conference for communica- & Shop inside the ABS-CBN gi, and the stars of Kapamilya ABS-CBN whose rights were Osorio pointed out that ABS-CBN has a pending EDC has selected Vestas of energy.” First Gen Corporation [parent includes a 115-kV transmission applications and the adoption of Bayan chief operating of- tions professors and students. compound in Quezon City. shows. (Kane Choa) violated. They are confident that GMA used the ABS-CBN petition with the Court of Ap- Denmark, the world’s largest Once operational, the company of EDC] to be the line connecting the wind farm the internet for education pur- ficer Rafael Aguado said one this libel suit will eventually be coverage “without its author- peals questioning the DOJ’s wind turbine manufacturer, BWP is expected to generate country’s leading diversified from the Burgos substation poses. Bayan’s DSL subscribers very important aspect of the dismissed,” Osorio said. ity and consent and thus was resolution finding probable as supplier of the 29 V90-3.0 approximately 233 GWh an- renewable energy company. It to the Laoag substation of the increased from last year by 12% company’s good performance ABS-CBN had accused charged by ABS-CBN with cause for libel against them. MW wind turbines. Both nually and power over a million will displace an equivalent of National Grid Corporation of to 132,000 subscribers. in 2012 can be attributed pri- ABS-CBN News unveils GMA of using without permis- copyright infringement.” (K. Choa) contracts contain certain con- households. It will augment the about 129,000 tons of carbon the Philippines (NGCP), as Bayan’s voice revenues, from marily to its employees. ditions that must be satisfied or Luzon grid’s dependable capac- emissions annually and will well as the expansion of the its 184,000 subscriber base, “Beyond our products waived, including the issuance ity, which needs an additional definitely help mitigate climate switchyard/substations. EDC reached P1.61B in 2012, up and services, it was our core ‘Halalan’ 2013 digital tools Corporate wellness of a notice to proceed by EDC 4,200 MW in the next 10 years change. The project is also con- has access to funding and has by 4% compared to 2011. The strength—the people of ABS-CBN News and Current the ABS-CBN News Halalan BMPM contributions that and are thus conditional. The due to the projected 4.5% an- gruent with our vision at First a transmission interconnection growth was due to Bayan’s effec- Bayan and their winning at- Affairs has launched the all-new 2013 microsite,” said Anna Ro- netizens can comment on and total cost of the Burgos Wind nual increase in electricity de- Philippine Holdings Corpora- agreement with NGCP for the tive product bundling programs, titude—that helped us achieve Halalan 2013 and the Bayan driguez, head of News Digital share through their personal Employees meet the Ivatans Project (BWP) will be approxi- mand. tion [parent company of First project. expansion in select areas and of- our targets,” Aguado said. Mo, I-Patrol Mo (BMPM) mi- Media. “We invite everyone to social networking accounts. mately $300 million, covering Based on data from the En- Gen] of uplifting lives by creat- EDC will sell the electrical fering of innovative voice prod- Bayan’s core earnings before crosites alongside the upgraded become partners with us in pa- One of the easiest ways to the costs of the wind farm, sub- ergy Regulatory Commission, ing value in key industries and output to be generated by the ucts for the corporate market. interest, taxes, depreciation and version of the Commission on trolling these elections through report election-related anoma- station and transmission line. out of the 12,069-MW total infrastructure that advance project under a feed-in-tariff “Last year was a banner year amortization totaled P1.72B, Elections (Comelec) Halalan the new BMPM microsite. We lies is by using the BMPM fea- EDC chairman and chief installed capacity from Luzon, national development.” system pursuant to the Renew- for us because all of our market or 13% higher than 2011. (Red mobile application. have also made it easier for the ture in the Comelec Halalan executive officer Federico R. 5,923 MW or 49.07% run on The BWP covers approxi- able Energy Act of 2008. groups posted positive growth Samar) “All the information you public to get information and mobile app, which was recently need to know about the elec- share information through the upgraded to its second version. PROMOS & OFFERS tions will be available online on newly improved Comelec Ha- Users can now view candidate Lopez Group backs Earth Hour anew lalan 2013 application.” profiles and party-list groups, SKYcable introduces Dual Def Globe joins TheHalalan 2013 microsite make a short list of their bets participants from all over the Rockwell, for its part, put In 2012, the Philippines plans world will shut off their lights up a billboard announcement was cited as a “Hero Country” ‘BMPM’ campaign contains all election-related via “My Ballot,” view a list of The Dual Def plan at P999/ for one hour. at Estrella corner EDSA in for again topping the list with information and will serve as Comelec offices and instantly month, on the other hand, in- GLOBE Telecom has joined The committee requests Makati, while First Balfour 1,671 cities, towns, provinces the home of ABS-CBN News’ go to the mycomelec.tv website cludes 12 HD channels on top ABS-CBN News and Current Lopez Group companies to placed theirs in front of their and municipalities taking part #Halalan 2013 coverage. Neti- at the click of a button. The LPZ and Lopez Inc. employees in Batanes with Lopez Group chairman emeritus Oscar M. Lopez and of 67 SD channels. The one- Affairs’ Boto Mo, I-Patrol Mo help increase awareness for building in Parañaque. Energy in the switch-off. The number zens can get the latest election The Comelec Halalan app Connie Lopez (middle row, 4th and 5th from right) SKYcable’s Dual Def Plans time installation fee is only campaign for citizen empow- Earth Hour by putting up Development Corporation, represents about a quarter of updates with just one click and is available free for download combine regular standard P1,999. For more info, log on erment and clean elections. Employees of Lopez Holdings safari that taught participants was hosted by Edward Delfin, announcements in strategic ABS-CBN and First Gas also “all territory participants.” view candidate profiles. for iPhones, Android phones definition (SD) digital cable to www.mysky.com.ph or call The company’s pledge Corporation (LPZ) and par- the basics of landscape and community development officer locations in and out of their put up posters declaring their Earth Hour coincides The BMPM microsite, and tablets, and Windows 8 channels and HD channels SKYcable’s 24-hour customer of support is embodied in a ent Lopez Inc. (LI) went on a portraiture photography. LI’s of the National Commission for respective buildings. Last support for Earth Hour. with the “spring and autumn on the other hand, houses all phones. (K. Choa) at affordable monthly fees. service hotlines at 381-0000 manifesto, which it signed wellness exercise in Batanes. party of 16 that included Indigenous Peoples in Batanes. THE Environment Commit- year, Lopez Group Founda- Earth Hour Philippines equinoxes in the northern SAVE THE DATE Get the SKYcable iRecord for Metro Manila, Camanava together with four other pri- The package tour of three chairman emeritus Oscar M. Picturesque Batanes is per- tee of the Lopez Corporate tion Inc. led the campaign at routinely ranks among the top and southern hemispheres feature—initially available and Rizal; (046) 484-4701 vate companies. May 7: days and three nights included Lopez and wife Connie made fect for trekking, sightseeing Social Responsibility Council Benpres Building, the Lopez participants globally in terms respectively, which allows for EDC annual meeting, Rockwell Tent, 10am in Metro Manila—for free for Cavite; (02) 520-8560 for The manifesto calls for May 8: trekking three to five kilometers arrangements through Fun- and photography enthusiasts. spearheads this year’s Earth Group’s corporate headquar- of town and city participation. near coincidental sunset times First Gen annual meeting, Rockwell Tent, 10am when you avail of these new San Pedro, Laguna; (044) the midyear elections to be May 27: a day on rolling hills and quaint dacion Pacita du Tukon. Foodies will also find delight Hour “I Will If You Will” ters, in cooperation with First About 50 Philippine cities and in both hemispheres, thereby FPH annual meeting, Rockwell Tent, 10am basic plans. The Dual Def at 693-5877 for Bulacan; (032) held in a “transparent and May 28: ethnic villages where the Ivatans On the second night, both in fresh flying fish, coconut campaign which will have its Philippine Realty Corporation municipalities switched off in ensuring the greatest visual Meralco annual meeting, Meralco Theater, 9am P499/month has 50 SD chan- 345-2278 for Cebu; and (082) credible manner” as well May 29: have kept their stone houses and companies were treated to a pro- crabs, lobster and a local des- highlight on March 23, 2013 and First Philippine Holdings 2008; 647 in 2009; 1,076 in impact for a global ‘lights out’ Rockwell Land annual meeting, Rockwell Center, 9am nels and five HD channels. 305-5456 for Davao. as underscores the need for June 7: culture intact for centuries. gram of Ivatan song and dance sert called ‘glorifiedgabi’ (sweet at 8:30 p.m., when millions of Corporation. 2010; and 1,554 in 2011. event.” (Dulce Festin-Baybay) Lopez Holdings annual meeting, Dolphy Theater, 8am LPZ’s party of 33 booked at the Batanes Seaside Lodge taro). (Carla Paras-Sison) wider public participation in June 20: the national voting. ABS-CBN annual meeting, Dolphy Theater, 8am the Mandy Navasero photo and Restaurant. The program Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline

 Lopezlink March 2013 KAPAMILYA COUNCILS Lopezlink March 2013  potato PR CHALLENGE HR COUNCIL couch Lea returns to PH TV IABC Philippines Master Class Mesala announces revised deposit rates THE Bangko Sentral ng Pili- to 2.8750% from 3.3750% for pinas (BSP) early this year low- amounts between P1 million and treats ered the interest rate of special P4,990,000; to 3.1250% from as coach in ‘The Voice’ Handle digital PR crisis like a pro deposit accounts (SDAs) to 3.6250% for amounts between Martin returns to AFTER conquering the world with Lea will sit in one of the swivel want them singing off key. I cannot THE International Association your company’s brand reputa- health. The master class will and businesses. Considered 3.00%, from 3.60625%. P5M and P9,990,000; to 3.2500% her musical talent and artistry, Lea chairs together with Sarah Geron- teach being in tune to somebody— of Business Communicators tion,” says Dr. Lim. help corporate communications one of the founding fathers However, to mitigate the ef- from 3.7500% for amounts be- late-night TV! Salonga soon returns to Philippine imo and Bamboo and will also either you are or you are not. If you’re (IABC) Philippines will hold He says that as Filipinos practitioners improve their on- of digital marketing in the fects of the reduction on its mem- tween P10M and P19,990,000; Martin Nievera is back in a TV as one of the coaches in the form a team of contestants whom not, I’ll just say good-bye to you… I a master class titled “Handling move towards digital maturity, line reputation, visibility and Philippines, Dr. Lim has been bers, the Meralco Employees and to 3.3360% from 3.8360% very familiar spot hosting highly anticipated singing competi- she will mentor and train so that believe that there are lots of talented Digital Crisis like a Pro” with corporations are finding it hard learn how to properly listen, awarded the Digital Marketer Savings and Loan Association for amounts P20M and up. ABS-CBN’s newest talk tion “The Voice of the Philippines.” one of them will be named the first people out there,” Lea said. Dr. Donald Patrick Lim, man- to keep up with the chang- converse and thereby maximize of the Year at the Asian Lead- Inc. (Mesala) board implemented The interest rates for SSDs that show, “Martin Late @ “What you’ll get from me as a ever “The Voice of the Philippines.” Who will be part of Team Lea? aging director of McCann Re- ing times. Paid media has now profits. Fees are P4,480 for ership Awards in Dubai, UAE a reduction of only 0.50%, which are still within the one-year hold- Night,” every Friday coach is honesty besides a Tony “In the blind auditions, we would And who is the fourth and last lationship Marketing (MRM) shifted towards owned media, IABC members and P5,600 for by the Asian Confederation took effect on March 1, 2013. ing period will be retained, with after “Bandila.” Aside award and 35 years of experience,” only use our ears and listen to the coach? Watch for “The Voice of Manila, on March 22 (Friday) and the world of traditional nonmember professionals. of Business; the Young Mar- Accordingly, the revised an- the new rates to be applied only from being known as Lea shared in a TV plug aired on contestants. I want in my team sing- the Philippines,” coming soon on from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. media has moved towards the Dr. Lim is the chief in- ket Masters Award in Online nual interest rate was reduced after the expiration of the holding a singer-songwriter, Martin gained popularity as ABS-CBN. ers who are pitch perfect. I don’t ABS-CBN! In the world of social me- world of blogging and online novation officer of McCann Marketing by Mansmith and to 2.25% from 2.75% for regu- period if the SSD is continued. the wacky host of hit late-night talk shows “Mar- dia, online reputation becomes influence. Earned media has Worldgroup Philippines and Fielders; an honorary Certi- lar savings deposits. In 2012, the BSP had reduced tin after Dark” that aired from 1988 to 1997 and more and more important as turned into a different form, the concurrent managing di- fied eMarketing consultant Meanwhile, the interest rates the interest rate on deposits by 1%. “Martin Late @ Nite” from 1998 to 2002. Don’t ABS-CBN moves ahead further in TV ratings people turn to the Internet as and with the Internet, reputa- rector of the digital arm of Mc- title by the eMarketing Stan- of new and existing special sav- However, Mesala implemented a miss Martin’s grand comeback on late-night TV, their source of news and infor- tion can be acquired and mag- Cann, MRM Manila. He was dards Board of Australia; and, ings deposits (SSDs) whose one- reduction of only 0.25% as a ges- ABS-CBN Corporation widened in primetime viewership was also ship of its top programs “Ina, Kapa- “Pilipinas Got Talent” rose to only on ABS-CBN! mation. nified by mere mentions of the the former president and CEO most recently, he became the year holding period have lapsed ture of malasakit to its members. its lead over rival TV stations in seen in Metro Manila where it tid, Anak,” which enjoyed a national 28.4%, while “Apoy sa Dagat” “Digital crisis preparedness brand. of Yehey! 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Just understand the role of social Yehey and Havas Digital, Eu- Congress in Mumbai, India. Data from Kantar Media nance was bolstered by the viewer- game with 38.1% on its finale. “Magpakailanman,” which only DON’T FORGET Heart” cast, led by Jodi Sta. putting up a website, a fan page media stand to suffer and pay rope’s largest interactive con- The master class will be held show that more Filipino house- managed 21.3%. “TV Patrol” also March 6: Anvil Awards, Rizal Ballroom, Makati Shan- Maria and Richard or blog is never enough. Not the consequence of not being glomerate. at the ground floor of One holds across urban and rural areas remained as the country’s number gri-La Hotel. Contact Ruth at 0917-5995072 or 623-9479 Yap, is going on a only do you have to constantly able to manage properly this Aside from his full-time job Rockwell, West Tower function watched ABS-CBN’s programs as one newscast with a national TV March 18: Deadline for the 2013 Gold Quill Awards. world tour to thank check on how it is doing on volatile space. with McCann, he oversees five room, Rockwell Drive, Makati its total day share rose two points rating of 28.5%. Email [email protected] overseas Filipinos the Internet; you should also Be prepared for a digital cri- other businesses of his own City. Slots limited. To register, from 40% in January, while GMA In Total Balance Luzon (areas in March 22: Master class on Digital PR Crisis with Donald for their support be ready with a line of defense sis with information and meth- and does management consult- call the IABC secretariat at suffered a one-point drop from Luzon outside Mega Manila), ABS- Lim. See story on this page for the daytime to counter and avoid blows on ods in assessing digital brand ing for up-and-coming brands 756-0441 or 0905-5579763. “kilig-serye.” Maya 33% in the previous month. CBN averaged a total day audience ( Jodi), Sir Chief February’s figures also reveal share of 42% against GMA’s 36%. SPECIAL FEATURE (Richard) and their families will fly to the Middle that ABS-CBN’s primetime block Half of the viewers in the Visayas East in March; the US and Canada in May; Eu- (6 p.m.-12 midnight) pulled away also tuned in to ABS-CBN with rope in August; and Japan in November. Con- with an audience share of 47%, a 50% against GMA’s 25%. In Min- Music at the EL Center tinue to follow “Be Careful with My Heart” every three-point increase from 44% in danao, ABS-CBN’s audience share When visual art day at 11:45 a.m. on ABS-CBN’s Prime-Tanghali January, while GMA dipped to averaged 54% compared to GMA’s 29% from 31%. GMA’s decline 22%. (Kane Choa) Classics for you and the kids in Antipolo! and “Be Careful with My Heart Sabado Rewind” meets music Saturdays at 10 a.m. ANTIPOLO’S hills will come Mendoza (Chile), cellist Eli- Shangkuan Cheng (conduct- the concerts. SFY’s Orchestra ‘Korean Sweetheart’ alive this May as classical musi- ana Mendoza (Chile), world- ing), Katherine Asis (sight- of the Filipino Youth, a 40- searches for real identity cians descend on the Eugenio renowned concert pianists reading) and Nepthalie Villan- piece orchestra composed of Aiza’s ‘Ano’ng Nangyari sa Ating Lopez Center (ELC). Chong Lim Ng (Malaysia), ueva (French horn). youngsters aged nine to 21, From a beautiful body- On May 19-26, ELC will Martin Soderberg (Spain) and Fun activities will debut at Opusfest 2013 by guard who charmed host an international summer Jovianney Emmanuel Cruz To add to the enriching week way of a welcome concert for the mysterious Dalawa’ wins ‘Himig Handog’ tilt classical music camp for kids (Philippines). of lessons, performance revues the delegates on day 1 of the City Hunter to a nine to 19 years old dubbed Meanwhile, the winds, brass and workshops, the participants camp. The fifth year of woman disguised THE song “Ano’ng Nangyari sa fourth; and “Kahit Na” performed Himig Han- 60th year celebration of Philippine Opusfest. and percussion faculty of SFY will also show off their athletic To add to the camp’s upbeat as a man in “Sung- Ating Dalawa” written by Jovinor by Toni Gonzaga and written by dog received 2,500 original com- television. For one week, the kids will are Suh Jin Hee (cello), Lexter prowess in the Opus sports and dynamic tempo, the ABS- kyunkwan,” Park Tan and interpreted by Aiza Seguer- Julius James de Belen placed fifth. positions from Pinoy songwriters The “Himig Handog: P-Pop Love learn from international artists Deo Santos (drums and per- fest. CBN Philharmonic Orchestra ra won first place in the country’s “Nasa Iyo na ang Lahat” sung by worldwide. ABS-CBN and Star Songs” CD is now available in re- Min Young now and the faculty of Sistema for cussions), Arnaldo Custodio And since it’s summertime, under the baton of Gerard Sa- plays a nursing largest multimedia songwriting Daniel Padilla and written by Jungee Records set the stage for brilliant cord bars nationwide and may also the Filipino Youth (SFY) as (bassoon and oboe), Beverly the organizers made sure to longa will perform in a rousing aide who remembers nothing of her past, except competition, Himig Handog, which Marcelo won four out of five special Filipino composers in time for the be downloaded on iTunes. (K. Solis) well as interact and exchange include lots of engag- special concert. for her name, in “Glory Jane.” As she unravels the had the theme “Pinoy Pop (P-Pop) awards, while TFC’s Choice Award with a culturally diverse mix ing activities for the Opusfest packages clues that lead her to the truth, Jane also discovers Love Songs: Mga Awit at Kwento was received by “This Song’s For You” The OFY scholars: So inspired that they created musical compositions of students. Thus, budding kids, such as barbeques, There are two options for after visiting the Lopez Museum the real enemy she must face. Watch “Glory Jane,” ng Pusong Pilipino.” performed by Erik Santos and writ- Beethovens or Yo-Yo Mas will open-air concerts, jam young classical musicians who Mondays to Fridays after “Pinoy True Stories” on “Hanggang Wakas” performed ten by Jude Thaddeus Gitamondoc. surely have an awesome time as sessions and fun out- want to join the music camp. THIRTY-SEVEN scholars Jose Rizal’s El Filibusterismo. ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. (Kane Choa) by Juris Fernandez and written by Other artists who performed they bond with fellow artists, door activities like mak- There’s the Mahogany pack- from the Orchestra of the Fil- A few were fascinated by the Hero TV marches on Soc Villanueva placed second; “If were Yeng Constantino (“Alaala”), whether they are pianists, cel- ing music instruments age worth P40,000 for those ipino Youth (OFY) recently works of contemporary artist You Ever Change Your Mind” inter- Angeline Quinto (“One Day”), Hero TV (SkyCable Channel 44) airs “Tokyo lists or violinists. from coconut, grass, wishing to stay in the ELC, explored the Lopez Museum Ernest Concepcion and ex- preted and written by Marion Au- Bugoy Drilon (“Pwede Bang Ako Magnitude 8.0” on March 11 at 11pm with replays As its name suggests—opus wood and scrap materi- and the Spruce package worth and Library’s exhibitions, Beat pressed a desire to also have nor placed third; “Scared to Death” na Lang Ulit”), Jovit Baldivino at 5am, 11am and 5pm; “Tideline Blue” on March means “work” and fest means als that exist within the P25,000 for those who will and Liberal Streaks. Like all of the creative skills that the art- sung by KZ Tandingan and writ- (“Sana’y Magbalik”) and Wynn 18 at 10:30pm with replays at 4:30am, 10:30am “play”—the Opusfest music ELC periphery. make the daily commute to the visitors to the museum, the ist demonstrated in his works. ten by Domingo Rosco Jr. placed Andrada (“Tamang Panahon”). and 4:30pm; “Arjuna” on March 18 at 11:30pm L-R: Aiza, Juris and Marion camp will be packed with both! For their culminating the camp. young musicians were given a The OFY was established with replays at 5:30am, 11:30am and 5:30pm; One-on-one classes activity, the young mu- Lopez Group employees are guided tour of the museum by Sistema for the Filipino and “Power Rangers Samurai” on March 28 at There will be tons of one- sicians will get a chance invited to enroll their budding and the library. It was the first Youth, an after-school pro- 8pm with replays at 2am, 8am and 2pm. Hero TV Gloc-9 leads nominees for MYX Music Awards on-one master classes with re- to display their “new musicians and if not, attend the time for most of them to enter gram that offers opportunities will also feature “Blue Submarine No. 6” on Hero RAPPER Gloc-9 received the most With eight nominations includ- Artists who also received mul- and the other 40% will be from nowned artists who will train and improved” musical- public concerts at ELC. the Lopez Museum. for children from deprived Theatrixx on March 6 and 17 at 12am, 12pm and nominations for the MYX Music ing Favorite Song and Favorite Mu- tiple nominations include pop the artists’ poll. For the complete the kids in performing solo ity and techniques in a For more info on how to Some of the scholars were communities to achieve their 9pm. The month’s returning heroes are “Digimon Awards (MMA), the biggest award- sic Video for his hit single “Sirena,” singer Julie Anne San Jose, rapper list of nominees and for more info and in an ensemble or orches- graduation recital or- make this a summer full of so inspired that they created full musical potential. ABS- Adventures,” “Jackie Chan’s Fantasia,” “Mobile Suit giving body in Philippine music. Gloc-9 is followed by Christian Abra, bands Never the Strang- on the mechanics of online voting, tra. chestral concert. symphonic activities, contact short musical compositions CBN and First Philippine about their experience. They Holdings Corporation sup- Gundam 00,” “Initial D 2nd Stage,”“Reborn! Season The 2013 MMA night will be Bautista, who scored six nomina- ers and Callalily, and acoustic duo log on to www.myxph.com and The master classes in this day Public concerts Tinky Cabanatan at 0915- One-on-one master classes in piano con- were awed by Juan Luna’s port the OFY by providing 4” and “Yugioh 5DS Season 2.” For more info, visit held at the Music Museum on tions, including two for “In Love Krissy & Ericka. www.facebook.com/MYX.Philip- in, day out music festival will ducted by world-renowned concert pianists For a minimal fee, 1949760 or at the SFY-OFY painting, España y Filipinas, the core funding of the orga- www.myheronation.com. (Katherine Solis) March 20 and will be streamed live with You,” a collaboration with fellow Fans’ online votes will determine pines or follow @myxphilippines be conducted by pedagogues are among the offerings of the Opusfest ELC will open its doors Hall, Benpres Building, Orti- and an actual signed copy of nization. (Ethel Villafranca) on myxph.com. Kapamilya singer Angeline Quinto. the 60% of a nominee’s total score on Twitter. (Katherine Solis) such as violinists Francisca music camp to the public to watch gas Center.

 Lopezlink March 2013 Lopezlink March 2013  Proscenium star architect EXECUTIVE FEATURE By Carla Paras-Sison VALERIE Soliven, Rockwell Land keeps on pushing me and somehow I Who is Corporation senior vice president get things done,” says Pineda, also a for Sales and Marketing, joined the UP alumna. Carlos Ott? company in 1996 when “the property Calling the launch of Rockwell market was abuzz about Rockwell as CARLOS Ott Land’s latest brand, Primaries, they just successfully launched Rizal hailed from as her biggest challenge, Pineda and Hidalgo.” Montevideo, believes her team will succeed, The University of the Philippines Urugay, to con- especially with the cooperation (UP) alumna left a fast-rising career quer the rest of of their kapamilya in the Lopez in the hotel industry and started in the world with Group. Rockwell Land as assistant sales his revolution- “The first project under manager. She was part of a staff of ary designs. Primaries really has our eight that reported to Benjamin R. A graduate very own managers and Lopez, now president of INAEC fellow employees in mind. of architecture Clockwise from top: The bell rings for Rockwell at the Philip- Aviation Corp., also a Lopez Group It’s something we would want to at the University of Uruguay, Ott’s pine Stock Exchange in 2012; Pete Pimentel and Ronnie member company. Today, Soliven have for our families. It is a well- big break came in 1983, when he Simbulan of PRSP Architects, Rockwell SVP Miguel L. Lo- heads the Sales and Marketing team won the international competition pez, chairman Amb. Manuel M. Lopez, Maritess L. Lopez, planned, well thought-out, livable counting a staff of 122. for the design of the L’Opera de la Rockwell president Nestor J. Padilla, Aisa Mercado of IPM space at a price point that is not “Having such a big group, my Bastille in Paris, which was then Construction, First Philippine Holdings Corp. VP Benjamin far from what is available in biggest challenge is people manage- President Francois Mitterand’s R. Lopez and Arch. Jun Rodriguez of PRSP at the ground- the market, but carrying that L-R: Valerie Soliven, Malou Pineda and Ellen Almodiel ment. I have to make sure commu- tribute to the French Revolution. breaking of 205 Santolan; Employees treat the stock exchange nication lines are open at all times, Ott has since then captivated to a flash mob dance at Rockwell’s listing; Executives pose by so that information is cascaded in a the world—his residential, com- a bulldozer at the groundbreaking of 205 Santolan; Padilla, timely manner and issues are nipped mercial and cultural developments Maritess Lopez, Amb. Menashe Bar-on of Israel and Amb. in the bud. We also recently hired a tower across China, Singapore, Ar- Lopez at the Rockwell Cup charity dinner dedicated Sales Training manager to Rockwell ladies rock gentina, the US and France. He has the competition to design the L’Opéra Lincoln, the third tower, offers out by the end of the year. We’re now ries brand, and second, targeting a ensure that productivity and morale personal touch we expect from every ployers were also listed, the stock “Rockwell has always been very also gone on to win countless other ROCKWELL... from page 1 Bastille at the age of 37. studio units, and one-bedroom or turning over the first two towers and completely new market segment. are always at its optimum levels,” she Rockwell development,” she says. market right now is really active. I considerate when it comes to working competitions, including the Salle In early 2012, Ott signed up for his two-bedroom units. clients are beginning to move in.” While she is best known for lead- says. Yet another UP alumna, Rockwell spend a lot of time talking to ana- moms. I guess it helps that our presi- des Spectacles in Mont de Mar- president and director and treasurer, first ever project in the Philippines, a Other projects The SVP added that the Grove, ing the posh Power Plant Mall team One big learning laboratory Land vice president for Finance and lysts, and am also bringing the team dent and principals put a high value zan Landes, France, the Thomson dashes in for several meetings. major coup for Rockwell Land presi- Meanwhile, the company’s other which broke ground almost five years as its longtime vice president and For Malou Pineda, Rockwell Accounting Ellen Almodiel was a up to speed, exposing them to being on family,” Soliven says. headquarters building, offices and The buzz and busyness of the dent Nestor J. Padilla who hurdled projects are coming along swim- ago, is shaping up into a “very nice general manager, the mother of two Land senior vice president for New financial analyst for a conglomerate a listed company and all the require- They also cherish the Lopez Val- laboratories in Geneva, Switzer- Garage might well be a microcosm flight delays on the way to their meet- mingly, a testament to the “Rock- community, with most of the ameni- grown daughters jokingly described Business, the company has been one and then an information technology ments of being one,” she says. ues especially integrity for Soliven, land, and the Beijing Opera House. of Rockwell Land, the Lopez Group ing in New York, according to Ott well magic” at work: an amalgam of ties in place and the retail area starting herself as a “jologs” who “watches big learning laboratory. company before being recruited to All three ladies appreciate the entrepreneurial spirit and business Ott’s unmistakable signature has company that rose from the bones of a himself. “superior attention to gorgeous aes- to buzz with activity.” “It’s quite excit- all the teleseryes.” She said she sees a Since joining Rockwell Land in join the rocking ladies of Rockwell. support they have received from excellence for Pineda, and business been honored all over the world, defunct thermal plant in 1995. While it does not bear the names of thetics, character and charm of the ing,” she observed. “paradigm shift” as her team pushes 1999, Pineda has filled a gamut of Fresh challenge Rockwell Land chief executive excellence and nationalism for Almo- having garnered several prestigious Almost 18 years ago, Rockwell renowned Filipino artists as does most community, groundbreaking tower 205 Santolan is also a milestone “a nice Rockwell product that’s within roles such as Rockwell Club mem- First designated as accounting Padilla and the principals, the Lo- diel. awards. wowed Manila by building four high- of its neighbors in Rockwell Center, features, function and detail, [and] project, being Rockwell’s first hori- reach.” bership director, Residential Sales manager, she reported to an assistant pez family led by chairman Amb. “I am proud to be part of Rock- With an eye for the extraor- rise residential towers at the same the Proscenium nevertheless is suf- the great and personalized customer zontal community as well as its first “We put ourselves on the map and Marketing manager, Power vice president with a staff of five. Today, Manuel M. Lopez. well, the Lopez Group, of something dinary and the courage to break time: Hidalgo Place, Rizal Tower, fused with artistic and cultural inspi- service to its residents, tenants and venture in Quezon City. Launched serving the high-end market, so if Plant Mall Leasing and Marketing she heads the department with a staff “You can see the difference of be- good. We do things not just because conventions, Ott boasts of a notable Amorsolo Square and Luna Gardens. ration. Not only does its name derive unit owners.” only in 2012, 205 Santolan’s 105 spa- we’re able to practice the things that assistant vice president and general of 40, aside from overseeing teams that ing kapamilya compared to other big we are paid to do them or for what we portfolio filled with striking designs Today, the luxury property developer from a performing arts term—Latin Construction work on Edades cious units spread over two hectares we did to excel, why can’t we do it for manager, head of Retail and, in No- work for associated companies such conglomerates where the chairman can provide our families. We are really that give a taste of what he will be is out to astound again as it reveals its for “in front of the scenery”—but it Tower and Garden Villas is now on are 90% sold and will be completed in a broader segment?,” Pineda said. vember 2012, head of a newly cre- as Rockwell Club and the company’s or even the president is not within uplifting our nation and living noble bringing to Rockwell as he works expansion with the “New Generation” will also have an actual, 600-seat the- the 48th floor with the top off slated the third quarter of 2013. Soliven and Pineda both bank on ated division intended to lead the property management arm, Rockwell reach. Here, we are treated with re- ideals such as nationalism and social on his first project in the Philip- Primaries Rockwell Center. ater and a performance hall. for this month. Soliven reported that the support of their kapamilya, espe- company’s charge into new markets. Integrated Property Services Inc. spect, we are empowered, our wings justice. I am not in selling or con- pines. Fittingly enough, at the forefront The market response to the- Pro the 50-story residential tower across “They’re at a life stage wherein cially with the Lopez Group’s head- “Every time I get a new assign- Almodiel considers the recent are not clipped,” Pineda says. structing, our team handles the back “If they expect a shoebox build- of the New Generation Rockwell is scenium’s first two towers, Kirov and Amorsolo Square has been sold out they’re starting their homes and quarters soon to permanently locate at ment, I tell my boss (Rockwell Land public listing of Rockwell Land as a Cherishing the Lopez Values office. But still, I know everyone has ing from me,” says the visionary a development called the Prosce- Sakura, was very encouraging, said since last year. climbing the corporate ladder. They the Lopez Tower. president Nestor Padilla), ‘I don’t fresh challenge. For Soliven, it is important that a part in building all that Rockwell “starchitect” of his latest develop- nium. Rockwell Land senior vice president The Grove, billed as “the elegant could be a young couple with a child “We’re quite excited to welcome know anything about that,’ but it’s “This is a new phase in Rockwell’s she is allowed to lead a comfortable has accomplished, and there is more ment, “they will be disappointed.” For months, Rockwell had teased for Sales and Marketing Valerie So- address for emerging professionals, or two,” said Malou Pineda, Rockwell most of our colleagues in the Lopez all worked out so far. My boss just life. Although my two previous em- and balanced life. to come,” says Almodiel. With a true understanding of Manila with a series of billboards liven. newlyweds, starting families,” is an- senior vice president for New Business, Group,” Soliven said of the future architecture, Ott is ready to build bearing the image of Carlos Ott “Interest is very high and sales are other premium development along of the new Rockwell brand Primaries’ Rockwell denizens. “Synergies would an icon in Manila, one that will and his trademark white mane. The brisk. We just launched our third tower C5. target market. be so much easier to achieve if we’re elevate the Rockwell lifestyle and “starchitect,” an Uruguayan based in which will have the smaller cuts…and “The Grove is now 70% sold,” Pineda herself also treads novel all under one roof.” Property Management, Residential Leasing one that the artist calls “a Manila, a Canada, first burst onto the world we’re quite happy with the take-up as Soliven said. “If we maintain our sales ground as she takes on the twin chal- For the SVP for New Business, Filipino project.” stage in the early 1980s after winning well,” she said. momentum, we will be almost sold lenges of, first, launching the Prima- her kapamilya—Rockwell employees bring the Rockwell magic to The Grove in particular—are not only “walking experience to unit owners and resi- everyone and that it lives up to their make it more attractive to prospective MILESTONES sales ambassadors” for Rockwell de- dents after sales. expectation of what life in Rockwell tenants,” said Pagulayan. “There are a Place, Rizal Tower, Amor- East Block begins with The provide views of both the market and its first “campus- property in Quezon City velopments; more often than not, they JC Alelis, building manager of The should be,” Alelis said. “One hundred lot of first-time homeowners at The solo Square and Luna Manansala sunrise and the sunset in one like” development Lists by way of introduc- also become her first clients. “They Grove by Rockwell, guides the ad- percent backup power, 24/7 security Grove, starting families and young Gardens—begins simultane- 2004 unit, rises. It becomes the Also launched is the tion in the Philippine Stock would ask, ‘Is it all right if I buy a unit ministrative and engineering services and customer delight delivered daily: successful individuals. We believe it is ously The company’s biggest project to Edades Tower and Garden Exchange with the trading there?,” she laughed. provided by the Property Manage- these aren’t just marketing buzzwords, our duty to guide them on how best 1999 “yin- date in Rockwell Center Villas. Named for National symbol “ROCK” in May With its portfolio of prime de- ment team to make sure every inch of they make up everyday life for those to maximize their investment.” The Rockwell Club, a venue yang— 2008 Artist Victorio Edades, the velopments, A-list clientele and a The Grove is spotless, that all utilities who call Rockwell home.” Client satisfaction after sales, she for sports and leisure for shaped” The Grove by Rockwell, a 50-story residential tower reputation for aesthetics coupled with and basic services are working and Headed by Sales and Market- stressed, is their primary goal. 1995 Rockwell residents and the Joya 5.4-hectare property with a features an exclusive tunnel top-notch design, the company looks common areas are well maintained. ing assistant vice president Angela Units at The Grove are currently Rockwell Land Corporation general public, opens Lofts 75% open space between six access to Power Plant Mall set to be a “Rockwell of ages.” Like every Rockwell building Pagulayan, the Residential Leasing enjoying average net rental yields of is formed to develop the 2000 and towers, begins to transform 2012 “Our economic fundamentals are manager, Alelis goes beyond his job team helps unit owners realize at- 8%. 15.5-hectare area occupied Power Plant Mall is Towers, the Ortigas skyline. This The 19-story Lopez Tower very solid and demand remains strong. description. While he ensures the tractive returns on their investments “What I…remember the most by the Rockwell Thermal unveiled. The themed retail the first is Rockwell’s first project and Museum, the Lopez Of course, we keep a watchful eye on quality of the property management by ensuring that units are leased out are the thank you messages and com- Plant into a mixed-use center, which boasts a gross residential tower to intro- outside of Rockwell Center Group’s future headquarters, Introduces the Pro- the market at all times to make sure service in The Grove, he also works and monitoring their performance in mendations we receive from our unit development leasable area of 41,000 duce Filipinos to loft living, 2009 breaks ground in April scenium, a five-tower that we don’t miss any indicator of AS the first batch of unit owners to bring the Rockwell magic to the rental yields, occupancy and take-up. owner and tenants,” Pagulayan said. 1996 square meters, is said to breaks ground A joint venture with Launch of Rockwell’s residential project bearing a possible slowdown,” Soliven said. moves into The Grove by Rockwell, development through its community. The team also takes extra steps to “We receive letters on how happy 2005 Work on the West Block’s stand on the exact location Meralco, the Rockwell Busi- first horizontal residential the signature of Uruguayan “I think our market has always ap- the Property Management and Resi- “The Rockwell Property Manage- help investors. they are to have invested in Rockwell. four high-rise residential of the old thermal plant One Rockwell, with its dis- ness Center is Rockwell’s development called 205 “starchitect” Carlos Ott in preciated that we always deliver what dential Leasing teams go the extra ment Team’s role is to make sure the “We educate our unit owners on These are the things that keep us go- condominiums—Hidalgo The development of the tinguishing Z-loft units that first venture into the office Santolan on a 1.8-hectare November we promise, both in terms of quality mile to provide the 100% Rockwell experience is of the same caliber for how best to furnish their unit, how to ing.” (Nicole Reyes) products and quality service.”

 Lopezlink March 2013 CSR ACTIVITIES MUSEUM/VALUES Lopezlink March 2013  KCFI UPDATE ‘Bantay Bata’ 163: 16 years ONGOINGS NOSTALGIA Those who cannot remember the past are con- of loving the Filipino child ‘Grounded’ takes off demned to repeat it. —George Santayana ARTISTS and art enthusiasts led by Lopez March 31, 1521 IT is the only one of its kind in Victims that cannot Museum director Cedie Lopez Vargas gathered Father Pedro de Valderrama celebrates the the country—a helpline devot- be reintegrated with for the opening of the museum’s newest exhibit, first mass in the Philippines on Limasawa ed to reports of cases of child their families until a Grounded, on February 21. Island abuse. Since it received its first decision on their case The “Barya Mo, Buhay Ko” Consistent with the museum’s tradition of March 4, 1663 call in February 1997, Bantay is made, or while the Adopt-a-Coin Bank campaign wordplay, Grounded asks, “How can art be a Journalist-suffragette Rosa Sevilla de Bata 163 (BB163) has evolved families undergo coun- was launched to encourage children means to take flight while remaining anchored Alvero, who later becomes the founder/ into a dynamic network of child seling, are housed in a to help their less fortunate peers at the same time?” first president of the Instituto de Mujeres welfare services in the country’s children’s home where through small donations The question is especially significant as the in Tondo, Manila, is born major cities. they are able to contin- March 1, 1782 museum prepares for its big move to Rockwell made out of bullet shells to walk on a wooden From conducting rescue mis- ue their studies and lead such as the Department of Social Center in Makati. The museum, founded in platform while viewing glass negatives of im- Governor-General José Basco y Vargas sions to providing medical and a normal life under the Welfare and Development, the L-R: KCFI president and executive director Rina Lopez Bautista and 1960, first opened in Pasay and moved to its cur- ages taken during the American period. Turalba formally organizes the tobacco monopoly legal assistance, scholarships, care of house parents. National Bureau of Investigation, in the Philippines First Balfour president and COO Anthony Fernandez with Enrique rent location in Pasig in 1985. Also featured are works from the museum’s col- completed her MFA in New Media at the feeding programs, parenting In the service of the the Philippine National Police March 23, 1877 Amaro Jr., principal of Inawayan ES; and Mayor Joel Ray Lopez of Curated by Claro Ramirez, the exhibition lection, such as those by National Artists Jose Transart Institute, Universität Krems in Austria Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur seminars and caravans promot- Filipino child and the Department of Educa- Jose Rizal obtains his bachelor of arts features the works of guest artists Toym Imao, Joya, Jerry Elizalde Navarro and Federico Alcuaz; in 2009 and is currently the dean of the College ing child welfare and protection, ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. man- A total of 325,248 real calls tion. It has received financial do- degree from the Ateneo Municipal de Josephine Turalba, Eric Zamuco, Alma Quinto, Juan Arellano, Roberto Chabet, Brenda Fajardo, of Fine Arts of Philippine Women’s University. KCFI, First Balfour turn over BB163 has endeared itself to aging director Gina Lopez is not have been received since 1997 nations from private companies, Manila with the highest honors only mom to Babu and Bapi, but Goldie Poblador, Barbara Hlali, Ahmad Al Shaer Juvenal Sanso, Nena Saguil and Pacita Abad. Her videos and sculptural installation works March 31, 1884 a generation that has become with 1,730 rescue missions celebrities, students, religious have been shown in Greece, Taiwan, France and ‘Gift of Knowledge’ to Davao also to Jessie, Trish, Analyn, Rida, and Khaled Hafez. Grounded runs until August 3, 2013. Scholar, historian, writer and politician more aware of children’s rights conducted, 40,427 medical cases groups, children and even over- Meanwhile, Imao, Turalba and Zamuco will Germany. Knowledge Channel Foundation Inc. (KCFI), with support from Mac-mac and the other children Teodoro M. Kalaw is born and child abuse prevention. addressed and 1,671 legal cases seas donors—a testament to the discuss their respective works in this month’s Art- Zamuco invites museum visitors to look up March 30, 1900 First Balfour, recently turned over “Gift of Knowledge” educa- The children of ‘Bantay rescued and given shelter by BB163 handled. About 51,545 have credibility and trust BB163 has ists’ Talk to be held on March 9, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. to see his ceiling installation of gestural imprints tional TV packages to Binugao National High School in Davao Bata’ For the first time during the US occupa- Victims of abuse usually benefited from BB163’s feeding earned through the years. Imao uses his sculptures to bring attention to on plexiglass that reflects his experience and feel- City and Inawayan Elementary School in Davao del Sur. The tion of the Philippines, capital punishment Many cases referred to keep mum about their plight, program, while 3,355 became Its advisory board has con- specific social issues, such as his workShip, Shift, ings of displacement while living and studying packages consist of a TV set and a satellite dish connected to is exercised. Morales and Gonzales are BB163 involve medical condi- especially when the perpetra- Bantay Edukasyon scholars. tinuously supported the pro- Strip, a commentary on the USS Guardian that overseas. A 2009 13 Artists awardee, Zamuco Knowledge Channel (KCh), access to kchonline.ph and a teach- accused of banditry, tried and found guilty tions; with the help of volunteer tor involves a family member BB163 also focuses on pre- gram through fundraisers and ran aground on Tubbataha Reef. Imao recently has held exhibitions in Bangladesh, Japan, Korea, of murder, and hanged er-training workshop. KCFI shall also monitor and evaluate the doctors, pharmaceuticals, pri- or a relative. Often, a neighbor venting child abuse through ad- projects. BB163 coin banks have completed his MFA at the Maryland Institute Norway, Sweden and the US. March 18, 1957 schools. First Balfour provided the support needed to make the vate individuals and corpora- seeks help for the abused child. vocacy campaigns. It conducts also contributed to the funds College of Art on a Fulbright fellowship. With Registration fee for the lecture is P120. Carlos P. Garcia is sworn in as the eighth contributions possible. “Definitely, we would like to see a more tions, close to 20,000 children The rescue marks the beginning forums, conferences and legal used for the operations of the an art career spanning almost 25 years, his works The Lopez Memorial Museum is at the ground president of the Philippines (From the educated populace, with empathy, integrity and confidence, mov- received medication and/or of the long process a child and training nationwide. A total of main and satellite offices in -Bi can be found in the US, Vietnam and various floor, Benpres Building, Exchange Road corner National Historical Commission’s Historical ing towards a better Philippines and a better world. We know the surgery. Most of these children his family will undergo; they 87,152 individuals have partici- col, Laguna, Pangasinan, Cebu, European counties. Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. Museum days and Calendar, 1970) key is through education,” Rina Lopez Bautista, KCFI president have since fully recovered and are given regular counseling pated in these activities. Iloilo, Negros, Davao, Socksar- Turalba will discuss her installation Scan- hours are Mondays to Saturdays, except holidays, 8 Source: Mercy Servida, head librarian, Lopez and executive director, said in her turnover speech. are now leading healthy lives as and provided with free legal BB163 works with national gen, Northern Mindanao and dals, which encourages guests to wear sandals a.m.-5 p.m. Memorial Museum Library teens and young adults. assistance. and local government agencies Zamboanga. (Marissa Sanchez) LOPEZ VALUES in ACTION AFI social enterprise Brooke’s Point uses its coconut INAEC soars high as first PH airline THE indigenous people (IP) surrounding Palawan’s highest source, AFI developed a line of Academy, which offers classes THE Lopez Group of today is known for its Sr.’s grandson, during a town hall meeting on living near the Mt. Mantalin- mountain. virgin coconut oil products that on environmental preservation highly successful ventures in broadcasting, February 11, 2013. gajan range in Palawan have “They have thousands of it plans to market on behalf of and awareness. Brooke’s Point During the INAEC first flight from Manila to Iloilo, February 1, 1933, Claro cable and telecommunications, and power and INAEC’s inaugural flight, on February 1, M. Recto and wife Aurora (7th and 6th from right) were among the passengers found an ally in ABS-CBN hectares of coconut trees, and the IP in the near future. is also one of the pioneer sites energy—industries that are “vital to nation 1933, transported a handful of passengers from ibrary Foundation Inc. (AFI). I feel a major way to get them AFI’s environmental arm of “glamping,” or glamorous building.” But 81 years ago, when it was still a Iloilo to Manila. The airline began regular flights The area is rich in biodiver- out of poverty is through coco- Bantay Kalikasan is developing camping, where visitors get a start-up known as E&F Lopez Inc., Eugenio to Manila, Iloilo and Bacolod immediately after, sity, and yet they are poor, AFI nut products,” said Lopez. Brooke’s Point as an ecotour- chance to see Sabsaban Falls “Eñing” H. Lopez Sr.—also known as “EL Sr.” then beefed up its offerings with flights to Cebu, useum L Christian Gaite (right), content specialist of KCh’s Transmedia Division, managing director Gina Lopez To provide a source of ism destination. The first-class up close and to interact with and the “E” in the company’s name—established Zamboanga and Davao, FRL said. trains AES volunteers on the use of the KCh educational facility and videos said of the IP from Brooke’s livelihood for the locals and to municipality in Southern the IP in the area. (Leah Vic- a myriad of pioneering enterprises in his Iloilo A handout distributed by the airline outlined Mobile clinic gets KCh videos Point, one of the municipalities maximize a plentiful natural re- Palawan is home to BK Eco toria) hometown. these benefits enjoyed by its clients: Possessed of an entrepreneurial spirit, EL Sr. “From the moment you telephone or visit emorial M KCFI teamed up with AES Philippines Foundation to equip had a knack for seeing a need and putting in place any INAEC office to request information, until the AES mobile health clinic with educational media facilities. the infrastructure to meet that need. More often you step out of the plane at your destination, you

Barangay initiates cleanup of QC ‘estero’ opez M KCh’s educational videos on demand provide tutorial sessions than not, these enterprises were ones that pro- will encounter courtesy, helpfulness and a sincere for kids during medical and dental missions. The mobile clinic THE residents of Brgy. San and eventually into the Pasig the solid waste in vided a service that helped improve people’s lives, desire on our part to help you. was launched to provide easier access to basic health services Antonio, Quezon City chose to River. the area. The Pasig such a crusading Spanish-language newspaper “In fact, most of our passengers who have had to indigent communities in Masinloc, Zambales. Other health show love for the environment “Maraming salamat sa River Rehabilita- called El Tiempo. Some of his earliest ventures the pleasure of enjoying our service are the ones

program partners in addition to KCFI are the Zambales War as they initiated a river cleanup nakilahok, nagmalasakit at lu- tion Commission were in the transportation industry, where he responsible for the big bulk of our traffic. hoto from L P against Poverty Foundation, Candelaria District Hospital and in their barangay on February musong sa ating ilog,” said Lala (PRRC) and KB- and his brother Fernando established fast-ferry “Only the INAEC offers both the deluxe the municipality of Masinloc. (Marilou Consing) 15. Lendio, KBPIP’s information, PIP are beginning services and bus lines in their hometown. sky lounge and the 15 commodious, deep-cush- Post-World War II, INAEC, by then known In 2001, INAEC, under the charge of Community volunteers, education and communication the rehabilitation The brothers also conquered the skies, pioneer- ioned easy chairs in an 18-passenger type cabin as Far Eastern Air Transport Inc., was sold to president Benjamin R. Lopez, ventured into the candidates for River War- officer and community orga- of the esteros of ing in civil air travel in the Philippines through plane—a new standard of luxury, speed, service. Spanish-American businessman Andres Soriano, domestic and international chartering of the CALENDAR riors, barangay health workers nizer for Brgy. San Antonio. Quezon City this Iloilo-Negros Air Express Company (INAEC) From takeoff to landing, at intervals of every who absorbed it into his own fledgling airline, nonscheduled air services market. The airline’s in August 1932. At this time, aviation was barely twenty minutes the pilot reports his position and BAYAN Academy offers the following certificate training and representatives from the “Hindi imposibleng malinis ang year with fund- PAL. This took place in 1948. fleet, to date, includes Beechcraft Super King Air out of its “pioneer era,” with the Wright brothers’ the kind of weather he encounters to the differ- courses this month: Quezon City Environmental ilog kung sama-samang nagtu- ing from PRRC INAEC was again resurrected to become the 350s, and AS 350s, an AS 355, EC 135 and Bell game-changing exploits in Kitty Hawk happen- ent radio stations along the way. March 5-April 11: Trainors’ Training on the GEM Program Protection and Waste Man- tulungan tungo sa katuparan ng and last year’s transport service for the executives of power util- 206L-3 helicopters. ing only 29 years earlier. “The Sikorksy’s ability to depart or alight via March 6-7: The 8 Rs of Effective HR Management agement Division gathered to isang pangarap na maibalik sa 09.30.2012 Run ity Meralco, which EL Sr. had acquired from its From mere passenger transport, INAEC The Lopez venture came ahead of Philippine land or water greatly reduces travel time and in- March 11-12: Brand Management clean Dario Creek, organized dating anyo ang ating mga kai- for the Pasig River. American owners in the early 1960s. This chapter now offers a much wider scope of services that Airlines [PAL], “which was only set up on March creases the confidence of the traveling public. March 13-14: Project Development and Management by Brgy. San Antonio officials lugan….” (Faizza Tanggol) in INAEC’s history lasted until its shutdown includes corporate charter, cargo transport, hotel 15, 1941 and Japan Airlines, …set up in 1951; “The nation’s largest, most powerful, most March 14-15: Leadership and Management of Change together with ABS-CBN KBPIP has a materials during the martial law period. services, offshore oil rig and exploration, news and and Cathay Pacific, only set up in September 24, luxurious airplane is at your service three times March 18: Project Planning Tools and Techniques Foundation Inc.’s Kapit Bisig recovery facility (MRF) in The volunteers in In 1993, the third-generation Lopezes led by events coverage, aerial photography services and 1946. So it really predated most of these airlines a week between Manila and Iloilo, twice a week March 25-26: Total Performance Management System Para sa Ilog Pasig (KBPIP). Brgy. San Antonio donated the Dario Creek EL Sr.’s offspring revived INAEC. Now going by medical evacuation. It counts among its clientele by almost a decade,” noted Federico R. Lopez between Manila and Cebu and once a week For rates, call Carol Arcaya at 426-3140. Bayan Academy Dario Creek is just one of the by Goldilocks and now being riverbed during the the corporate name INAEC Aviation Corporation, not just private individuals but also multinational (FRL), chairman and chief executive officer of between Manila and Davao. And it’s 900% reserves the right to change course dates. esteros in Quezon City that managed by the barangay. The post-Valentine’s Day the airline serves the aviation needs of the Lopez corporations, government institutions, and even drains into the San Juan River MRF captures around 50% of cleanup Photo by poroy pangilinan First Philippine Holdings Corporation and EL faster.” Group companies. spas and hotels.

10 Lopezlink March 2013 LIFELONG WELLNESS TRAVEL Lopezlink March 2013 11 Sudoku Herbal medicine expert says Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! ROCKWELL Land Corpora- Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 tion is doubtless making good on para ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa its pledge to “create quality living.” no quick fix for good health bawat row, column at kahon. Less than two decades after it was By Carla Paras-Sison established, the company has built Dear Rosie for itself a sterling reputation Graduation season is now upon us. If you’re a parent, then you’re DR. Isidro Sia, director of the The following are approved buoyed by impeccable after-sales probably scouting for the perfect gift (or two), something that won’t University of the Philippines by the Department of Health: service and top-notch develop- break the bank yet conveys your joy and pride in your newly minted Institute of Herbal Medicine, lagundi for cough, sambong as ments like Manansala, Rizal, Joya graduate. Take a look at Power Plant Mall’s honor roll of gift sugges- believes there are no quick a diuretic or for kidney health, and even the Proscenium. tions on page 12. For those on the lookout for appropriate dishes for fixes for good health. yerba buena for pain, tsaang In this month’s cover feature, the Lenten season, we have put together a few recipes that you might Sia, who has done research gubat for stomachache, niyog- we offer a closer look at this 18- want to try. and oversees research on tradi- niyogan seed as anthelmintic Clockwise from top: HR year-old lifestyle developer: how The Lopez Group is an active supporter of Earth Hour, billed as tional healing practices of Phil- or dewormer, akapulko as an- Council chair Cedie Lopez it grew the Rockwell community “the largest environmental event in history.” The movement is now on Vargas leads the warm- ippine ethnic groups, debunked tifungal, bayabas for wounds, out of a disused power plant, its its sixth year of making the world aware of the need to address climate up; EDC president Ricky claims made by manufacturers ampalaya to bring down blood enviable and ever growing project change. So on the fourth Saturday of this month, don’t forget to turn Tantoco delivers the welcome of natural remedies that certain sugar, pansit-pansitan to bring portfolio and, of course, the men off nonessential lights for an hour! remarks; Lopez Inc.’s Lilet products can cure or prevent all down uric acid and bawang to PHOTO BY ETHEL VILLAFRANCA and women who work tirelessly to ooOoo Deananeas, INAEC’s Glenn kinds of illnesses. bring down bad cholesterol. make the company into what it is today. Talagang world-class ang judges sa “The Voice of the Philippines”! Perez, Dexter Ampong, Ed- “If you receive a leaflet that Sia recommended “safe and We have a veritable grab bag of offerings in this issue: anniver- Kaabang-abang ang matinding singing competition na ito ng Ka- sel Sanchez, Lucy Landayan, lists or claims that over 30 dis- cheap” as the first consider- Sia advised going back to saries, awards, summer activities and what have you. ABS-CBN pamilya network. Go, Team Bamboo!—Donnie Mabelle Ramos and Pia eases are cured or prevented by ation when patronizing herbal the basics of good health: ex- Foundation Inc.’s Bantay Bata 163 celebrated its 16th year, while ooOoo Amores; and EDC’s JP Ti- something, wait for more stud- concoctions, noting that “not ercise 30 minutes a day; eat 2-4 its arms Kapit Bisig Para sa Ilog Pasig and Bantay Kalikasan remain Is the ABS-CBN chairman’s book sold anywhere else, like in Na- glao and FPH’s Ross Hamo ies. It is most likely a passing everything natural is safe.” He servings of fruit, 3-5 servings busy with their own noteworthy undertakings. See their stories on tional or Powerbooks?—Jeri fad,” Sia told an audience orga- said food, medicine and poison of vegetables, 1-2 servings of page 8 of this issue. EL3: In the Service of the Filipino Worldwide is now available at the nized by the Lopez Memorial belong to one spectrum, which meat, moderate salt and sugar We’re also excited about this summer’s Opusfest at the Eugen- Studio Tours and Shop in ABS-CBN. Feeling and showing Museum on February 9. is why some poisons or toxins each day; and sleep for 6-8  Very Easy io Lopez Center in Antipolo. This gathering of world-renowned, ooOoo The list of products marketed are researched for medical ap- hours at night.  Easy  accomplished musicians and young amateurs, Filipino and non- Does the Lopez Museum have an upcoming Artist Talk? I want to historically as panaceas or cure- plications. “The key to proper nutrition Medium  Filipino, will surely be an auditory feast for those who will be lucky attend one again. Thanks.—Plo love at the La Mesa WTT alls include comfrey, kargasok tea, Calling food as the “first is variety and moderation. Eat Hard By Gerbs De Castro enough to attend the camp as a guest or audience member. Check There’s actually one coming up, on March 9, with contemporary apple cider, bee pollen, honey, medicine” because it nourishes a little of many kinds of food, out our special feature on this exciting event on page 5. artists Toym Imao, Josephine Turalba and Eric Zamuco. They’re also wheatgrass, pito-pito, mahogany, the body, Sia quoted Hippocrates don’t eat too much of any one A mammoth crowd, number- COO Ricky Tantoco enjoined participant engagement ses- On March 23, Year 3 of Takbo Para sa Karunungan takes place some of the artists who are exhibiting at the museum’s current exhibit, narra, noni, virgin coconut oil, who said, “Let food be thy medi- food. In short, eat like a goat,” ing 426 Lopez Group em- the participants to just enjoy sion. Answer to February puzzle in Manila, a fun run that aims to raise funds to allow 75 bright so this should be a good one. See you there! mangosteen and guyabano. cine and medicine be thy food.” Sia concluded. ployees and family members, the walk and go at their own “This WTT event really Solution, tips and com- young Filipinos from calamity-hit areas to continue their studies. ooOoo flocked to the Walk the Talk pace. makes us feel that we are a ‘ka- puter program available Gather your friends and join one of the country’s most enduring Really enjoyed reading Zenaida Seva’s forecast for 2013 in the Feb- at www.sudoku.com (WTT) event at La Mesa Eco- Cedie Lopez Vargas, chair pamilya’ and that we belong to runs for a cause organized by DZMM. ruary issue. My fortune wasn’t that good though!—Alois park, Quezon City on Febru- of the Lopez Group HR Coun- a bigger Lopez Group of com- Early detection to prevent ABS-CBN is ending the first quarter of 2013 with a bang! ary 16, 2013. Indeed, it was a cil and executive director of panies,” said Atty. Mariano EATS The new programs to be unveiled in the next few weeks will surely If you have questions, comments, opinions, suggestions and re- show of love for wellness. Lopez Group Foundation Inc., Paps, HR supervisor for EDC make couch potatoes out of countless kapamilya—not that we’re actions about anything and everything about the Lopez Group, The program proper started delivered the inspirational mes- Bacman Geothermal Business progression of glaucoma not glued to our TV sets as it is, with the current lineup that in- please send them to Dear Rosie through email DearRosie@ with a film showing on the La sage. “It is so heartwarming to Unit. He expressed his desire cludes gems like “Ina, Kapatid, Anak,” “Juan dela Cruz” and “Apoy progresses, you may see haloes glaucoma may be eligible for benpres-holdings.com or [email protected] or be a friend or Mesa Watershed history which see the growing number of to have the WTT replicated in GLAUCOMA is a group of sa Dagat.” We can’t wait for “The Voice of the Philippines”and “Bukas around lights and experience drainage implants. fan on Facebook. highlighted the conserva- participants comprised of em- the provinces, particularly in eye conditions that results Soul food na Lang Kita Mamahalin,” in particular! tion and protection programs ployees and also some of your Bacman in the Bicol region. in optic nerve damage and is severe headaches, eye pain, Early diagnosis and treat- AS youngsters, many of us associated Lent spearheaded by ABS-CBN family members,” she said. Representing INAEC, usually caused by abnormally blurring of vision and redden- ment are the keys to preventing with canned tuna and instant noodles. But, Foundation Inc.’s Gina Lopez. After trudging through which joined the WTT as a high pressure inside the eye. ing of the eye. Others report glaucoma. Call your Asian Eye assuredly, our Lenten diets do not need to be The optic nerve is a bundle of feeling nauseous after reading doctor for an eye exam today. It was followed by another film the forest for about two hours, company for the first time, was akin to “punishment.” If you do manage to go garlic into a paste and return it to the pan. 1/4 c veg- chopped into 1/4-inch chunks; flour for bread- nerve fibers that carry visual or when napping facedown. Kapamilya discounts apply: titled “Thirst,” which talked the participants were greeted Commercial and Admin head meatless for Lent, then that’s already okay. Bring the soup to just under a simmer and etable oil, ing fish; 1/3 c red wine vinegar; 1 whole bay information from the eye to When left untreated, glaucoma 50% off on consultations, 25% about the value of water and with sumptuous refreshments, Dexter Ampong. He said the Here are some tasty selections you can add to rapidly stir in the beaten egg yolks. Continue divided; 1 leaf; 1/2 c olive oil; and salt and pepper to the brain. leads to irreversible blindness. off on diagnostic examinations, what we should do to help courtesy of EDC. walk provided a good venue your Lenten menu. Noodles be gone! stirring for 30 seconds, until the eggs are set small head taste Often referred to as the Glaucoma has a higher risk treatments and surgeries, and conserve it. To cap the activity, repre- not only for exercise, but also into thin strands. broccoli, cut Procedure: In his welcome remarks, sentatives from the participat- for bonding with and getting thief of sight, there are no no- of occurring in people who flexible payment terms of up to Aigo Boulido 3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, into florets; 1. Rinse fish and pat dry with a paper towel. ticeable symptoms at the onset have an increased intraocu- six months. Energy Development Corpo- ing companies discussed their to know colleagues from other Ingredients: sauté garlic in the oil and butter until tender, 1 /2 c snow Cover a large dinner plate with flour about 1/2 of this disease. However, as it lar pressure; a family history For more info, call 898-2020 ration (EDC) president and experience during the WTT Lopez Group companies. 4 c water; about 7-10 minutes. Transfer the garlic to a peas; 3/4 c inch deep. Heat approximately 4 tablespoons of glaucoma; diabetes, heart or 0918-8982020. (Reighmond 10 cloves plate. Place baguette slices into hot oil and j u l i e n n e d oil over medium high heat in a large, open diseases, hypertension or hy- Vencer) g a r l i c , sauté both sides until golden brown. carrots; 1/4 skillet or frying pan with a heavy bottom. Cut pothyroidism; are of a certain peeled and 4. Place each finished crouton into an oven- cup halved fish into 3-inch squares. DZMM ‘Takbo Para sa Karunungan’ racial background; and had SPORTS & WELLNESS sliced; 6 proof bowl, top with the soup and garnish with green beans; 2. Cover the fish in the flour on both sides. serious eye injuries like eye CALENDAR sage leaves; a bit of Gruyere cheese. Melt the cheese under 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 and 1/2 tbsp water; 1/4 c Place in the pan and cook until golden brown tumors, retinal detachment or MARCH 1 small bay a broiler, if desired. Makes 4 to 6 servings. chopped onion; and 1/2 tbsp salt on both sides. Remove and place on a large to raise funds for 75 scholars eye inflammation. 17: Race Against Raze 2, leaf; Procedure: platter or plate, on top of paper towels to ab- DZMM is This year’s event will raise environment spearheaded by dzmm.com.ph or call the There is no cure for glauco- 3K/5K/10K/21K (BGC), 1 tsp salt; Sauteed Scallops 1. In a large bowl, blend cornstarch, garlic, sorb any extra oil. holding its funds to continue the scholar- ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.’s secretariat at 415-2272 locals ma yet and the damage it causes 4:30am. Fee: P450-P650. 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; and 2 egg yolks, Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ginger and 2 tablespoons vegetable 3. Add the rest of the oil to the pan and third an- ship of 25 students from ty- Bantay Kalikasan. 5674 and 5641. (Kane Choa) cannot be reversed. However, Contact 804-2646 to 47 or beaten 1/4 c butter; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 2 sprigs oil until cornstarch is dissolved. Mix in broc- sauté the onions until translucent. Add vinegar nual Takbo phoon Sendong-hit Cagayan Runners may join the 3K, Asian Eye Institute offers vari- [email protected] Garlic croutons: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; fresh rosemary; and 1/2 kilo scallops coli, snow peas, carrots and green beans, toss- and bay leaf and stir for 2 more minutes. Para sa de Oro and support the studies 5K, 10K and 21K race cat- ous treatments to reduce intra- 23: DZMM Takbo Para sa 3 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced; 6 slices ba- Procedure: ing to lightly coat. 4. Arrange the fish on a serving platter. Karunungan at the Quirino of 50 students from Metro egories. Standard registration ocular pressure and help drain Karunungan, 3K/5K/10K/ guette; and 1/2 c grated Gruyere cheese 1. In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter 2. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a Cover with the sauce and serve hot with rice. Grandstand on March 23, a Manila, which was devastated rates are P450, P550 and P600, the fluid more easily from the 21K (Quirino Grandstand), Procedure: over medium-high heat. Add crushed garlic large skillet or wok over medium heat. Cook ( R e c i p e s fun run that will benefit 75 by typhoon Ondoy and the respectively, while the student eye. 4am. Fee: P450-P600. See 1. In a large saucepan, bring the water, 10 and whole sprigs of rosemary. Add scallops, vegetables in oil for 2 minutes, stirring con- and photos young scholars. habagat. rate is P300. Cash prizes will For advanced stages, your story on this page cloves garlic, sage, bay leaf, salt and pepper to cook for two minutes on each side (or until stantly to prevent burning. Stir in soy sauce from http:// ABS-CBN anchors Karen Before the launch of Takbo be given to the individual top eye doctor may recommend that 24: Bagong Siglo, Bagong a simmer. Continue simmering the broth un- desired consistency). Remove the garlic and and water. Mix in onion, salt and remaining allrecipes. Davila, Gerry Baja, Winnie Para sa Karunungan in 2011, winners and participating larg- you undergo trabeculoplasty or Sigla Fun Run, 3K/6K/12K til the garlic is softened and cooked through, rosemary from pan. Serve. 1 teaspoon ginger. Cook until vegetables are com, http:// Cordero, Gretchen Fullido DZMM started organiz- est government organizations, trabeculectomy to unblock the (UP Diliman), 5am. Fee: about 10 to 15 minutes. Turn off the burner tender but still crisp. Add tofu if desired. spanishfood. and Kim Atienza who serves ing the annual Takbo Para sa nongovernment organizations drainage in the eye. Children P400-P700. Contact 920- and strain the garlic and herbs from the water. Ginger Veggie Stir-Fry about.com, as the event ambassador will Kalikasan in 1999 in support and school contingents. Event ambassador ‘Kuya’ Kim with glaucoma and patients 6868 or [email protected] Return the water to the pan. Ingredients: Spanish Fish with Onion Sauce h t t p : / / lead the run. of several campaigns for the To register, visit www. Atienza with advanced or secondary 2. Remove the bay leaf and sage leaves from 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 and 1/2 cloves garlic, Ingredients: frenchfood. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline the garlic and discard. Using a fork, mash the crushed; 2 tsp chopped ginger root, divided; 2 lbs tilapia fillets; 2 medium yellow onions, about.com)

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By Cherry Pineda What’sfrom ABS-CBN Publishing new this March boundaries and that good ‘Metro’: In the swim of taste is universal. This is- sue pays tribute to some summer of these artists—past For the first time, Metro celebrates the ul- and present, legendary timate summer fashion essential: the swim- and anonymous—and suit! This issue is packed with everything how they show Filipino you need to know to be bikini ready, starting creativity and sophistica- with the best swimsuit styles in a plethora of tion. Fashion inspiration from Barbie colors. Learn how to complement your sum- Barbie Magazine Philippine Edition launches its fashion-inspired mer look with makeup in bold colors and the Summer-ready issue: Dress Up and Party! Color and decorate Barbie’s dresses right skincare products. We also give you a and help her get ready for a party. Read the complete stories of rundown of destinations you should add to with ‘Working “A Fashion Fairy Tale,” “Corinne Saves the Day” and “Matt’s Pet your must-visit list, and the season’s hottest Mom’ Shop.” You will also discover a new hobby—how to make butterfly tunes and reads. Our cover girl, Miss Uni- cookies! Plus, there are your favorite stickers, games and posters. For Planning your summer? verse 2012 first runner-up Janine Tugonon, comments and contributions, email [email protected]. Start with the latest issue sizzles in Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer of Working Mom, where collection. we list our 10 choices for Go gizmo-loco with ‘Spider-Man’ the best resorts for fam- Learn about the amazing gadgets that our favorite wall crawler ‘Vault’ ily bonding. Plus, we have uses to fight crime as Spider-Man Magazine Philippine Edition applauds tips on how to look great launches its Tech Issue! Also, discover the hottest games and this summer, including apps featuring Spider-Man and other Marvel superheroes! Fea- Filipino five easy moves you can tured in this issue are Spider-Man’s “frenemies”—the Incredible talent do at home to prepare for Hulk and Venom! A fan of Black Spider-Man? Flip to the last It has been swimsuit season. And if pages for a special cutout mask! Send your comments and contri- Vault’s practice to dedicate its first you’re still not feeling sum- butions to [email protected]. issue of the year to the theme of mer, take inspiration from timeless classics or heritage. And Dawn Zulueta-Lagdameo, Get the newest issues of your favorite magazines at leading bookstores this time around, we’re going lo- who reveals what fam- and magazine stands nationwide. To download, users on Android cal. From Juan Luna to Ken- ily life is like in Manila and devices must download the Zinio app from the Android Market. The neth Cobonpue, Filipinos prove in Davao, and her favorite app is also available through the iPad App Store. PC and Mac users that exceptional talent knows no “mama moments.” can access Zinio at zinio.com.

ROCKWELL POWER PLANT FINDS By Katherine Sarena Lim Grad central AFTER years of hard work, the big day has finally arrived. Congratulations to the graduates of 2013 for a job well done! To the parents, family and other loved ones of the graduates—you know they deserve a reward. Here are some suggestions to help you out. Hackett London Buy the graduate his first ever suit to jumpstart Witty Planner’s size is just right, so it’s easy to carry around. Drop his career. Hackett London at the R1 Level is by the store at the R3 Level. filled with British flair, from the store’s interiors Woodfire to the products. On offer are different types of Woodfire at the ground level of Joya Lofts and Towers is known suits, neckties and other accessories that your new for its brick-oven pizzas and handmade pastas. The Italian bis- graduate would need to complete his look. tro’s setting and ambiance is ideal for intimate family gatherings Crystal Editorial Advisory Board Boo Chanco / Mike Lopez on special occasions. Visit Woodfire’s Facebook page: facebook. Executive Editor Rosan Cruz Crystal at the R1 Level carries the Italian watch brand com/WoodfireBistro. Valii. This brand’s designs exude a certain sense of sim- ‘G.I. Joe’ Contributing Editors plicity and elegance. Visit Crystal and browse through A sequel to 2009’s “G.I. Joe: Rise of the Cobra,” “G.I. Joe: Re- Carla Paras-Sison (Lopez Holdings) Hazel Velasco (FPHC) the watches by Valii. Estela de la Paz (First Gen) Red Samar (Bayan) taliation” finds the G.I. Joe Team QUIRKS exposed as traitors due to the Kane Choa (ABS-CBN) Susan Ortiz (SkyCable) Novelties & Cherry Pineda (ABS-CBN Publishing) Vienn Tionglico (Rockwell) workings of Zartan, who is still Ross Hamo (Wellness) Dulce Baybay (LGFI) Curiosities impersonating the US president. Circulation Lucy Torres (Tel. 449-2468) Having a planner will With only a few of them left, the Editorial and Layout Mousetrap Publishing surely help one survive team, with original G.I. Joe gen- university life. It’s one eral Joseph Colton, is ready to LopezLink is published by Lopez Holdings of the best go-tos when start a second American revo- Corp. PR Group juggling academics and lution to overthrow the Cobra 4/F Benpres Bldg., Ortigas, Pasig City extracurricular activi- commander and save the world. Tel. no. (63-2) 449-2345 For feedback, email [email protected] ties. QUIRKS Nov- “G.I. Joe: Retaliation” hits the Follow us on Twitter: @lopezlinkph elties & Curiosities Power Plant Mall Cinemas Available online at www.Lopezlink.ph has released its two-in- on March 30. For inquiries, one version of a diary/planner. The call 898-1440 to 41.