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A ‘tried and true’ Power POWER Plant Mall goes back to the tried and true for #Christmas- AtRockwell 2016. Plant Mall Christmas Turn to page 6 ABS-CBN TV- Yule reliables…page 12 Our 9-month financial plus reaches 2M results …page 2 milestone…page 4  Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017 Biz News Biz News Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017  JANUARY TO SEPTEMBER 2016 FINANCIAL RESULTS (UNAUDITED) Sec. GL@DENR Unaudited total revenues Unaudited net income attributable to Lopez Holdings equity holders of the parent Lopez: Fighting climate change and economic 2015 2016 % change 2015 2016 % change growth must go hand in hand ABS-CBN P27.761B P31.167B +12 P2.295B P3.096B +35 DELIVERING the Philip- more than 1.5 degrees will de- the adoption of the historic attributable net pine Statement at the joint stroy possibilities for quality of Paris Agreement on Climate LPZ P71.100B P65.626B -8 P4.355B P5.524B +27 EDC P25.324B P25.384B 0 P5.865B P7.012B +20 high-level segment of the cli- life,” Lopez said. Change in December last mate change summit in Mar- The DENR chief said the year. First Gen $1.434B $1.263B -12 $119.89M $169.95M +42 rakech, Morocco in November, country will plant millions of Lopez said she was in awe incomeBy Carla Paras-Sison at P5.524B FPH P71.231B P65.782B -8 P3.697B P8.763B +137 Environment Secretary Gina bamboos, which not only per- at the dynamism and nonne- Rock P5.413B P7.881B +46 P1.088B P1.216B +12 Lopez said that combating form “superbly” in sequestering gotiable commitment of the LOPEZ Holdings Corpora- counted for these results. FPH off gains recorded by FPH units climate change and economic carbon from the atmosphere leaders of the climate change tion reported P5.524 billion in also reported one-off gains for in manufacturing and in power development must go hand in but could also be used as ma- movement. net income attributable to eq- the period. generation, higher efficiencies Higher efficiency key to sustainable profits DOE THE BY PHOTO hand as nations strive to limit terial for buildings, low-cost “If we all imbibe this con- uity holders of the parent for Unaudited consolidated rev- sustained year-to-date gains. L-R: First Gen chairman Federico R. Lopez, Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian, Lopez Group chairman emeritus Oscar M. Despite lower revenues from One-time gains of FPH units higher revenues from election ad- global warming to 1.5 ⁰C. housing, floor tiles and textiles, sciousness deep in our hearts the first nine months of 2016. enues decreased by 8% year- FPH costs and expenses fell by Lopez, Energy Sec. Alfonso Cusi, former Sen. Sergio Osmeña and First Gen president Giles Puno the sale of electricity, lower costs in manufacturing and in power vertising to continue investments “Should the change in the and for cleaning polluted wa- and manifest it in ground This is 27% higher than the on-year to P65.626B from a faster 12% following an 8% and expenses helped sustain generation also added to earnings in digital media. Control of ex- planet’s temperature escalate terways. level reality— humanity faces P4.355B in net income attrib- P71.100B. decline in revenues. In the same profit growth for First Philippine in the first nine months of 2016. penses also contributed to better to more than 1.5 degrees, we Officially billed as the 22nd a bright future if we continue utable to equity holders of the FPH posted a 137% increase way, ABS-CBN’s expenses grew ​First Gen unveils San Gabriel Holdings Corporation (FPH). ABS-CBN Corporation used overall margins for ABS-CBN. stand to lose whatever eco- Conference of the Parties to to bloom this spirit of work- parent reported in 9M2015. in net income attributable to eq- by a slower 8% compared to a nomic gains we make. The the United Nations Frame- ing together,” Lopez said. The steady performance of- in uity holders of the parent while 12% rise in revenues. Flex-Plant, Avion open cycle plant planet simply cannot afford work Convention on Climate “The Philippines is making a vestees First Philippine Hold- ABS-CBN registered a 50% Lopez Holdings owns 46% an indecisive ambiguity about Change, the Marrakech sum- commitment to this exciting FIRST Gen Corporation on plants, and instead build for the cost of installation and op- ings Corporation (FPH) and increase in net income during of FPH and has a 56% eco- First Gen posts 42% higher what needs to be done. The mit served as the first meet- future.” (Excerpted from www. November 11 held inaugural 21st. But we can only succeed if erations continue to ride the ABS-CBN Corporation ac- the period. In addition to one- nomic interest in ABS-CBN. situation is clear—anything ing of governments since denr.gov.ph) ceremonies for its 414-MW we seize this pivotal movement cost curve reductions. This is a attributable net income at $170M San Gabriel combined-cycle with boldness and vision. As the global trend that will be diffi- FIRST Gen Corporation re- missioning and operating in- revenues were $41M, or 4% of and 97-MW Avion open cycle smartest players know, you have cult to ignore. We are proving ported net income attributable come during the third quarter of total consolidated revenues. FG natural gas-fired power plants to ‘skate to where the puck will that it is possible to provide FPH attributable net to equity holders of the parent of 2016. The earnings contribution Hydro showed a growth in reve- in Santa Rita, Batangas. be,’” FRL said in his speech dur- for our country’s energy needs, $170M for the first nine months of the natural gas-fired plants nues of $6M for the period end- First Gen chairman and CEO ing the inauguration of the two generate jobs that power our of 2016. This was a 42%, or a increased by $41M to $130M in ed September 30, 2016 versus Federico R. Lopez (FRL) and plants. economy and run a profitable income jumps 137% $50M increase from the $120M the first nine months of 2016. last year’s $35M due to higher Energy Sec. Alfonso Cusi, with San Gabriel marks the first business without sacrificing the it made for the same period in EDC’s geothermal, wind and ancillary service sales, though First Gen president and COO time that German company urgent need to protect our en- THE First Philippine Holdings P15.0B for the same period in settlement proceeds amounting 2015. The company’s newest solar revenues accounted for likewise affected by lower spot Giles Puno, led the ceremonial Siemens AG has brought a vironment,” Puno noted. Corporation Group reported a 2016, an increase of P6.4B or to P2.4B. natural gas-fired power plant, the $500M, or 42% of total consoli- market prices. Consequently, switch-on of the new facilities. Flex-Plant to the country. The Avion is the first power net income attributable to eq- 75% from last year’s P8.6B. Also contributing to the up- San Gabriel Flex-Plant, booked dated revenues. The company’s the attributable earnings contri- “It’s critical that the coun- Flex-Plant technology helps plant in the Philippines to run uity holders of the parent of This was primarily due to tick were income amounting income from liquidated damag- attributable earnings of $67M bution of FG Hydro was higher try looks ahead and anticipates enable a more stable and reli- on aircraft engines for land- P8.8 billion for the nine months stronger margins on the sale to P255 million recognized by es caused by its construction de- in the first three quarters of 2016 by $4M, or 47% at $13M. the trajectory of technology and able grid amid increasing in- based power generation ap- ended September 30, 2016, an of electricity, First NatGas FPSC from the final settlement lay while Energy Development came in higher from $60M last On a recurring basis, First other forces ultimately steering stallations of intermittent re- plication. It has the capability increase of P5.1B or 137%, from Power Corporation’s receipt of its outstanding payables to Corporation (EDC) and First newable energy. to run not only on natural gas year as the drop in revenues was Gen’s attributable net income First Balfour president Anthony Fernandez (seated, 4th from left) during the contract signing with (l-r) Unisys project us toward a decarbonized world. last year’s P3.7B, reflecting the of the P2.2B (P1.7B after tax) third parties at only 45% and Gen Hydro Power Corporation matched by declines in operating for the first nine months of 2016 manager-BPO Management Tana Abrenica, First Balfour legal officer Atty. Ces Pallarca, First Balfour EVP Rey Villar It’s an exciting juncture for the “These gas plants are- per but also on diesel. Avion’s tur- growth in earnings from subsid- liquidated damages paid by a P636-M decline in foreign both delivered higher earnings. and interest expenses, supple- was flat at $128M. The par- and Unisys project director-Enterprise Solutions Juan Ingersol Castro; standing, l-r: First Balfour BDG manager country and we have the op- fectly suitable to support the bines can be online in seven iaries as well as the decrease in its contractor for delays in the exchange loss in addition to a First Gen’s consolidated rev- mented by a receipt in insurance ent company likewise incurred Rafael Hernandez, legal officer Vicente Lo, legal counsel Atty. John Villegas and Unisys Asia Pacific regional director portunity to leapfrog old 20th increasing penetration of re- minutes and can achieve full operating expenses and finance construction of the San Gabri- P437-M increase in dividends enues from the sale of electricity claims from its Bacman project. higher interest expense as a re- Sanjeev Wadhwa century technology, like coal newable energy sources as the load in less than 20 minutes. costs incurred by the parent. el plant, and First Philec’s and received by the parent and First decreased to $1.17 billion for the The 132-MW Pantabangan- sult of a new $200M term loan The company also reported First Philec Solar Corporation’s Philippine Utilities Corpora- first three quarters of 2016 com- Masiway hydroelectric plants’ it obtained in September 2015. a consolidated net income of (FPSC) receipt of arbitration tion from Meralco. pared to $1.40B last year. The First Balfour’s first PPP project First Gas Plants accounted for Comptrollers’ Circle joins $632M, or 54% of First Gen’s ABS-CBN still rules involvement under way By Dolly Pasia EDC reports attributable total consolidated revenues. To supplement Santa Rita and San THE Philippine Statistics Au- ing speed of service for citizens Economic and Development Byfellows Jei-Jei Gertes at PICPA convention nationwide in November thority has awarded to Unisys requesting official documents Lorenzo’s earnings, San Gabriel By Kane Choa Authority board in July 2015, recurring net income of P7.05B recorded $53M in delay-liqui- the public-private partnership such as birth certificates. the project’s transformation THE Lopez Group Comp- Meanwhile, the Comptrol- ing as a way of assisting them ENERGY Development Cor- Also, contributing were the Inclusive of nonrecurring dated damages and unrealized MORE viewers nationwide Also joining the list are (PPP) project to design, develop Aside from maintaining and program includes modernizing trollers’ Circle joined the 71st lers’ Circle will hold their an- in their personal development. poration (EDC) reported a Mindanao and the Unified Leyte items, consolidated net income foreign exchange gains. The 97- still prefer ABS-CBN’s pro- “Wansapanataym” (28.7%), “Pi- and operate the second phase operating the existing system, the network infrastructure and Annual National Convention nual general assembly at the The conference will coincide consolidated recurring net in- plants at P0.13B and P0.02B, attributable to equity holders MW Avion natural gas-fired grams as it recorded a national noy Boyband Superstar” (27.3%), of its Civil Registry System In- Unisys will lead a PPP project application system using Unisys of the Philippine Institute of ELJ Communications Center with the group’s Christmas come attributable to equity respectively. Plant capacities ex- of the parent stood at P7.01B, power plant declared commer- average audience share of 44%, “Home Sweetie Home” (26.6%), formation Technology Project to design, develop, operate and digital government expertise. Certified Public Accountants on December 16. party aimed at fostering fellow- holders of the parent of P7.05 posed to the spot markets, as in 20% higher than the P5.87B ciality on September 26, 2016; or nine points higher versus “Goin’ Bulilit” (25.9%), “Mag- (CRS-ITP2) aimed at enhanc- maintain the modernized sys- The PPP will also provide (PICPA) in Davao City on No- This group-wide conference ship and camaraderie. billion for the first nine months Bacman (P0.90B) and Nasulo reported in 2015. hence, it generated both com- GMA’s 35%, based on Kantar pahanggang Wakas” (24.5%) and ing accessibility and increas- tem. Approved by the National a nine-story CRS building to vember 24-26, 2016. is organized annually to update The Lopez Group Comp- of 2016. This is almost equal to (P0.33B), partially muted with Media data covering both ur- “TV Patrol Weekend” (24.3%). house a brand-new customer Almost 4,000 delegates at- Lopez Group comptrollers, ac- trollers’ Circle core team in- the P6.99B posted during the lower spot prices the earlier re- ban and rural homes across the As in the previous months, service facility and data center, tended the convention, which is counting and finance officers on cludes Cerrado, Jingle Her- same period in 2015. ported gains in sales volumes. Rockwell Land consolidated country. “It’s Showtime” reigned as the First Gen to pay cash centralizing the back office - in an opportunity for accountants topics outside the sphere of ac- nandez, Lanie Caimol, Jei-Jei Revenues reported in the Inclusive of an increase in revenues up 46% ABS-CBN also drew more most watched noontime show frastructure. Unisys has engaged all over the country and abroad counting and financial report- Gertes and Gemma Roque. first three quarters of 2016 depreciation and amortization viewers in the prime time block in the country with a national dividends in January First Balfour to design and con- to gather in fellowship, promote L-R: First Philippine were P25.38B as compared to expense amounting to P0.31B, FOR the first nine months by 38% growth in residential in November, scoring 46%, TV rating of 17.6% on week- struct the new CRS building. It the goals and objectives of the Holdings Corporation’s Vicky the P25.32B in the same pe- operating expense registered a ended September 30, 2016 and contribution. Overall EBITDA a 10-point lead compared to days and 19.5% on Saturdays. FIRST Gen Corporation on by way of follow-on offering is First Balfour’s first involve- profession and to collectively Martinez, former president riod of 2015. There were in- P0.69B reduction year-on-year. 2015, Rockwell Land Corpora- margin registered at 30% of GMA’s 36%. “Eat Bulaga” got only 12% on November 28 approved cash and topped up by First Phil- ment in a PPP project. pursue professional develop- of PICPA-Eastern Metro creases in energy sales posted “In the context of a challeng- tion registered P7,881 million in total revenues, which is lower Eight out of the 10 most weekdays and 13.7% on Satur- dividends of P0.02 per share ippine Holdings Corporation The CRS building is First Bal- ment in the different fields of Manila which was awarded by plants with largely contract- ing competitive environment, consolidated revenues, higher by compared to last year’s 39%. watched programs in the days. on all outstanding Series B pre- (FPH) and P0.38904 on the four’s first foray into a specialized accounting. one of the Best Chapters in ed capacities, namely Tongo- we have focused on investing 46% from last year’s P5,413M. Residential development, com- country were also produced by “Ipaglaban Mo” is also a ferred shares, P0.01 per share 13,750,000 Series G preferred building project with a complete PICPA also recognized out- 2015; ABS-CBN CFO Aldrin nan and Palinpinon (P0.48B) to improve reliability, increase Eighty-three percent of the mercial development and hotel ABS-CBN, with “FPJ’s Ang top-rater on weekends, with a on all outstanding Series E shares issued to FPH by way of construction works package. The standing members in their cho- Cerrado, Outstanding CPA on account of lower unplanned generation output, thereby low- revenues came from the sale contributed 63%, 35% and 2% to Probinsyano” leading the list national TV rating of 19.3%, preferred shares and P4.00 per private placement were also ap- scope of work covers civil and sen fields who have excelled in in Commerce and Industry; outages, Pantabangan-Masi- ering unit costs,” president and of condominium units, includ- the total EBITDA, respectively. with a national TV rating of a solid 10.5-point lead over share on all outstanding Series proved. engineering, architectural, me- their respective fields of endeav- and Third Generation way (P0.36B) with higher wa- COO Richard Tantoco said. ing accretion of interest income. Net income after tax (NIAT) 35.4%. “Karelasyon” with 9.8%. F preferred shares. The cash dividends will be chanical, electrical, sanitary and ors. This year, ABS-CBN chief Holdings’ Jei-Jei Gertes, who received a Special ter levels in the dam, and Bur- “Full retrofitting works for Total earnings before interest, registered at P1,216M, a It was followed by “TV Pa- “Langit Lupa,” which pre- Dividends per share of paid on January 25, 2017 to plumbing, and fire protection in- finance officer Aldrin Cerrado Achievement Award in gos wind and solar (P0.23B) Tongonan Unit 1 has begun. By taxes, depreciation and amor- growth of 12% from last year’s trol” with a national TV rating miered in November, instantly P3.8904 on all outstanding Se- all shareholders of record as of cluding fit-out works and supply was named Outstanding CPA Community Service in 2014 following the completion of middle of next year, the rehab tization (EBITDA) reached P1,088M. NIAT margin is at of 32.2%; its rival program “24 touched the hearts of view- ries G preferred shares issued December 29, 2016. of furniture and fixtures. in Commerce and Industry. the Laoag-San Esteban trans- of all units will be complete,” P2,351M, 12% higher than last 15%, lower compared to last Oras” failed to enter the top 10 ers, scoring 17.7% and beating mission line. Tantoco added. year’s P2,096M primarily driven year’s 20%. as it only recorded 23.3%. “Trops” that got only 9.8%. Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline  Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017 Christmas Messages Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017  couch potato treats ABS-CBN The cast of ‘Langit Lupa’ boosts mobile entertainment KAPAMILYA can now look forward to a more immersive Kapamilya experience on mobile as ABS-CBN’s telecommunica- tions service offers easy access to Kapamilya shows, studio tours, concerts, movies and pay-per-view (PPV) on top of video-on-demand content via iWant TV. Star Music receives gold play button for reaching YouTube milestone Star Music As ABS-CBN transitions hit a major milestone when its YouTube channel reached more than one million subscribers, becoming one of only seven into an agile digital company, it channels in the country to have hit the million-subscriber base on the video-sharing service. For this feat, ABS-CBN president is making ABS-CBNmobile the and CEO Carlo L. Katigbak, Star Creatives COO Malou Santos (4th and 5th from left) and ABS-CBN chief digital officer Filipino’s door to the Kapamilya Donald Lim (2nd from left) received from YouTube the Gold Play Button, a framed limited-edition gold-plated play button world with top-notch services that given to channels that pass one million subscribers. Star Music is also the first Filipino recording company to reach one redefine mobile entertainment. ‘Heavenly’ ratings for million subscribers and the third ABS-CBN channel to do so. It is currently the sixth top YouTube channel in the Philippines. Fans can experience the world (Kane Choa) pot by your bedroom window. I assure certainly we can do our homework and I wish everyone a joyous Christmas no longer silently accept their state of ‘Langit Lupa’ pilot episode of their favorite shows and movies you that this is part of working for our make decisions based on facts borne of and peace and prosperity in the New life. They have placed their hopes in Viewers were captivated by the story of love and Each Christmas is through Kapamilya VIP (KVIP), wishes to be fulfilled. Future genera- good research. Year. the untried and untested because the friendship in “Langit Lupa” as its pilot episode where ABS-CBNmobile users a new opportunity tions will undoubtedly be grateful for The New Year will bring new chal- PRESENTACION L. PSINAKIS familiar and long established did not scored high in national TV ratings. The morn- can register to watch live shows AT 86 years of age, I have seen many even just one tree that will give clean lenges and even more changes that are Chair, Lopez Inc. work for them. ing series top billed by child stars Yesha Camile 2M PH homes experiencing digital TV and concerts, attend red carpet more Christmases than most of you, my kapamilya, in the Lopez Group. air for humans and animals to breathe. bound to overwhelm us and disrupt It is both saddening and sobering and Xia Vigor scored a national TV rating of ABS-CBN TVplus has become premieres and meet Kapamilya THE promise of clear picture and “ABS-CBN TVplus continues Still, each Christmas represents a Other than that, I wish for you our businesses—if we let them. Or we to know there are countless people 17.5%, beating its rival show “Trops,” which got more conveniently available in stars. crisp sound, additional premium to improve the Filipino’s viewing new opportunity to celebrate the gift of good health and cheer as you celebrate can choose to adapt and ride the wave Our mission who feel they have been left behind. only 8.7%, according to data from Kantar Media. more than 2,000 retail outlets and Users can choose from ABS- channels, plus its availability and new experience though digital quality life, as well as the gift of faith that assures the holidays with your family. of change, just as our customers do. In the Philippine context, this is “Langit Lupa” airs weekdays on ABS-CBN or price, have enticed more Filipinos to broadcast and a transformative en- stores and is now more afford- CBN shows, including “ASAP,” remains the same us of joys beyond our life on this earth. Mabuhay ang pamilyang Pilipino! Thank you, kapamilya, for all the IF there is a phrase which for me char- not surprising at all. We do know there ABS-CBN HD (SKYcable Channel 167). get their own ABS-CBN TVplus, tertainment experience by offering able,” added ABS-CBN DTT and “It’s Showtime,” “Pinoy Big Brother,” OSCAR M. LOPEZ After all, it is the coming of Jesus our work you have put in this year. We acterizes 2016, it is this—momentous are millions who languish in poverty. the country’s first digital terrestrial more choices of channels and even ABS-CBNmobile head Chinky “Magandang Buhay,” “Tonight with Savior that is the reason for this season. Chairman emeritus, Lopez Group look forward to facing the New Year and stunning change. In the opening mass of ABS- television (DTT) product. opportunities to watch special TV Alcedo. Boy Abunda,” “ASAP Chill Out,” It is common to have Christmas with you, eager to thrive in a continu- This intentionally differentiates the CBN’s management conference held In less than two years, ABS- events, greatly supporting our mis- ABS-CBN is the first media “Pinoy Boyband Superstar,” “Gan- wishes and throughout the years, I ously changing world. change I refer to from the kind change last November, Fr. Tito Caluag spoke CBN’s “mahiwagang black box” sion to serve the Filipino people,” and entertainment company in dang Gabi Vice,” “Banana Sundae” have seen many of my own wishes Changing with the I, together with my wife Maritess, we have come to accept but continue about our mission of being in the ser- has already doubled its first year’s ABS-CBN president and chief the country to make the historic and “MOR.” fulfilled. But I must say I also worked our children and grandchildren, wish to struggle with. For instance, I do not vice of the Filipino. He said our mis- milestone by selling two million executive officer Carlo L. Katigbak switch from analog to digital ter- Users can enjoy foreign and changing times quite hard to make those wishes come AS the year draws to a close, we you all a very blessed Christmas. Let refer to the unceasing and even revo- sion remains the same, but the context units, making ABS-CBN TVplus said. restrial television and transform local films that are bundled with true. For example, when I was still very look back and find that so much has us all come back change-ready in the lutionary developments the internet within which we must realize that the country’s leader in and go-to “In addition to the immense the TV viewing experience of a catch-up viewing of a hit Ka- actively trekking mountains, I had changed in a span of 12 months. In New Year. spawns in the form of new business. mission is radically different. provider of digital terrestrial tele- improvement it made on the Filipinos. ABS-CBN TVplus was pamilya series via Kapamilya Box AMB. MANUEL M. LOPEZ wished to summit the highest moun- our country, we have a new President Yes, we continue to be amazed at these Our context today demands velocity vision broadcast. Filipino’s TV viewing experience, launched in February 2015, sig- Office, an affordable PPV service tains in our country. And over a span determined to solve the drug and ter- Chairman, Lopez Holdings Corp. changes but the truth is, we have be- and broad-based efforts that reach the naling the start of featuring fresh-from-the-cinema of a few years, I did so, reaching the rorist problems that have plagued our come accustomed to them and even edges of Philippine society. In the service the country’s DTT local box-office hits. It will be top of Pulag in Luzon, Kanlaon in the country for years. Overseas, we know expect them to a certain degree. of the Filipino means in the service of all service. housed in www.abscbnmobile. Visayas and Apo in Mindanao. And that a new US President will take office Remember God’s The change I categorize as mo- Filipinos. And service means service that “Being a pioneer com/kbo that is accessible only to after all that, I went to Mt. Kinabalu, in January 2017, bringing with him a mentous and stunning are changes that results in tangible and real improvement ‘Boyband Superstar’ now and a game-changer, ABS-CBNmobile subscribers. love the highest peak in Malaysia and in different perspective and a whole new MGA kapamilya, pollsters and seasoned pundits could in the lives of every Filipino. ABS-CBN TVplus ABS-CBNmobile users can down to last 7 contestants the Malay Archipelago. approach to governance. For some of us, the year 2016 can- not even come close to forecasting. We must work for the time when Ford Valencia, Joao Constancia, Mark Oblea, will continue to choose from a variety of promos These days I no longer wish any- In our group of companies, First Gen not end soon enough. Those of us who Take Britain’s exit from the Europe- all Filipinos can celebrate Christmas Niel Murillo, Tristan Ramirez, Russell Reyes and improve the quality bundled with internet access to thing for myself, but am more focused completed its latest natural gas-fired felt sorrow and heartache, underwent an Union, or Brexit. No one could have with their family sharing a meal pre- Tony Labrusca have been named as the top seven of every Filipino’s Facebook, Twitter and Viber, on our country and on our group of power plants, Avion and San Gabriel, health challenges or suffered personal predicted a referendum would finally pared with love in the tender warmth contestants who made it to the grand finals of television viewing among others. companies. I wish for our country the which have started selling electricity to loss are hoping for a much better year determine Britain would separate itself of a home they own. We must work for “Pinoy Boyband Superstar.” They will again try to in the country. We Filipinos can also look forward kind of growth and development that the grid. ABS-CBN expanded its digi- in 2017. from 43 years of political and economic the time when this family get-together impress the judges in an attempt to earn one of enabled change to a high-speed mobile internet can be sustained for generations. What tal reach through ABS-CBN TVplus, I want to thank all of our kapamilya treaties and agreements. While there rejoicing the birth of our Lord does the five slots in the boy band.“Pinoy Boyband Su- when we launched experience with the launch of use is economic prosperity if we will ABS-CBNmobile and, most recently, who condoled with our family when were advocates of the “Leave” vote, no not happen only on Christmas day, perstar” airs Saturdays at 7:15 p.m. and Sundays it, there is no stop- ABS-CBNmobile 4G and LTE rob future Filipinos of their health and SKYdirect. Rockwell Land is taking on my husband, Steve, passed away in one thought it would actually pass. but can happen every day of the year at 7 p.m. on ABS-CBN. (Excerpted from news. ping us now from SIMs that will be available soon in natural resources? Rather, we should new projects in new locations and serv- March. He was born Greek, but was When I say momentous and stun- for each of our Filipino brethren. abs-cbn.com) continuing on select SM stores. take care of the environment so that it ing new markets, including Cebu City very much Filipino at heart. He risked ning change, I also refer to the results Merry Christmas, my dearest Ka- this path,” Alcedo For more info, visit abscbnmo- can continue to provide for the needs and southern Metro Manila. so much for the freedom of our people of the Philippine and US presidential pamilya. Thank you for your service noted. bile.com. (K. Choa) of our grandchildren’s grandchildren. These developments tell us that the during those dark days of martial rule. elections. For better or worse, non- to the Filipino this 2016. Without a For the Lopez Group, I have long world doesn’t stop for anyone. And if Thank you for remembering him, for traditional, unconventional, highly doubt, lives have changed because of articulated my desire for it to be “built you. we are going to thrive in any era, it will mourning with our family and for outspoken and polarizing candidates, EUGENIO LOPEZ III Alexa shows pop rock side to last.” Guided by our cherished val- only be because we are able to adapt to celebrating his life lived for others, who started out as dark horses, handily ues, I am proud to say that we have not new milieus, new rules, new realities. To especially for us Filipinos. won both elections in the end. Chairman, ABS-CBN strayed from this overarching vision adapt correctly, it is important to stay Christmas allows us to hope for As I see it, the Brexit vote as well in debut as recording artist for our companies to outlive us all. in touch with our customers, because better days. Despite the turmoil and as the results of the Philippine and US Our power generation investments they are also changing with the chang- uncertainty in our personal lives, in presidential elections are indications Choosing to be WITH a blossoming acting career the spunky carrier single “Pakipot, Alexa’s love team partner have focused on natural gas, the clean- ing times. For example, we are told that our country and around the world, there are large segments of global soci- powered by good Alab Pilipinas games on and armed with singing talent, Al- Suplado,” which has consistently Nash Aguas also sings with est fuel, as well as renewable energy more families are staying home to avoid we must believe that Jesus came as a ety who feel their voices are not heard. 2016 has been a year with many no- exa Ilacad is ready to dive into new charted in MOR 101.9’s “Biga10” her on the acoustic version of sources. Our communication invest- local curfews. They would rather watch child to save us because of God’s love The impact of globalization has table milestones for the FPH Group. S+A territory as Star Music’s newest list for weeks. “Kahit Saan, Kahit Kailan.” ments have innovated on the way Filipino basketball enthusiasts have something TV together than risk a run-in with for us. We are not worthy, but God marginalized vast swaths of people It opened with the move to our new pop rock artist. Alexa proudly shared that all the “To the Moon & Back,” we serve customers, blazing the trail new to look forward to as Alab Pilipinas rep- local police or neighborhood watch- loves us anyway. who have correspondingly voted their corporate headquarters at Rockwell Alexa, who considers singing songs in her album are original and produced by Rye Sarmiento for convenience and relevance in this resents the country in the ASEAN Basketball men. So perhaps this would mean that Christmas is a celebration of this displeasure at the polls. Business Center, allowing us more her passion, got a taste of perform- were written by Eunice Jorge, the and Darwin Hernandez, can modern, digital age that we live in. League, with all their games airing on ABS-CBN TV ratings will continue to rise and love God has for us, enough to send Through the Brexit vote and the opportunities for collaboration across ing when she joined reality music vocalist of rock band Gracenote and be streamed on Spotify and is This brings me to my wish for Sports+Action and the games in the Philippines, evening ticket sales for movies will stay His only begotten Son to reconcile us presidential candidates they voted into the FPH Group companies. Midyear, competition “We Love OPM” and one of her musical influences. These now available at record bars you, my fellow members of the Lopez live in key countries worldwide via TFC. Catch- generally slow. to Himself. No matter what or how we office, people made their plea for help at the annual shareholders’ meeting has been in love with it ever since. songs are “Not Too Young,” “Kung for only P199. Digital tracks Group. My wish is for you all to plant a up matches are also available via TFC.tv and We may not be endowed with psy- suffer, let us remember God’s love that heard. Equally resounding, they made Her debut album “To the Moon Pwede Lang,” “Kahit Saan, Kahit can be downloaded via online tree. It could be in your backyard or in a chic abilities to predict the future, but embraces us every moment of our life. an unequivocal statement they would Turn to page 11 TFC IPTV. & Back” under Star Music contains Kailan,” “Dream Boat” and “Puso.” music stores. (K. Choa)  Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017 Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017  By Carla Paras-Sison

LUCKY Jay Damaso, Rock- tween him and his teammates. and construction of the hotel, well Land Corporation as- “I am open to sugges- where procurement always sistant vice president for Mall tions. I respect the people brings up temptation. Operations, seems to be work- who work with me. Our trust “I am tasked to spend, but ing with eight arms ever since and respect for one another there are limits. I tell our sup- mall expansion went into full is mutual. Whenever there pliers and contractors, this is swing early this year. Simul- are problems, I generally stay not my money.” ‘Tis the season taneously, he is overseeing the calm so the team can get its ‘Keep believing’ construction of the 250-room act together, find out who to Outside of work, Damaso hotel physically linked to the ask for help. I know what’s stays grounded by visiting to be merry… expanded mall. happening, what decisions family in Nueva Ecija, includ- Building construction is need to be made and because ing his grandparents, so he HERE’S a selection of what’s cember 11), tabletop Christ- nothing new to the electrical of the good work the retail always remembers whence he in store for shoppers at Power mas tree making (December engineer, who was part of the operations staff members are came. He believes he is still Plant Mall this holiday sea- 18), Christmas card making construction management and doing, I can concentrate on the same lad who grew up on son: (December 23) and New Year project development team for the requirements of the hotel sardines, eggplant and smoked It’s Christmas All Rover prop making (December 30). Rockwell Land Corporation’s and mall expansion.” fish—which remain his favor- Rockwell Baker’s Dozen Joya Lofts and Towers and Determination ite fare today. Clockwise from top: Power Plant Mall is an oasis with its understated décor; The giant Christmas tree at the North One Rockwell. But he is just He has shown a lot of street “I am fine with sardines, Shop at retail establish- Another can’t-miss event Court; This streak of tigers is among the animatronic setups scattered around the mall; A young guest gets help in getting introduced to the ho- smarts and determination eggplant, etc. Everything else ments in Rockwell residential is the Baker’s Dozen fair for preparing his wish list at Santa’s Wishing Station; The Land Rover Discovery Sport S cars await their new owners come tel business. to finish projects, very much is a blessing on top of this.” towers, Power Plant Mall all kinds of scrumptious baked the December 25 and February 1 draws​ First for Rockwell Land stores and Marketplace by treats. Catch it daily from like when he was in school in His nationalist streak comes Rustan’s until January 31, December 1-23 and again led by the design team of archi- circle little by little,” Ferrer Lush wreaths “It’s a whole new chal- Mapua Institute of Technol- out when he remembers his A ‘TRIED... lenge: getting to know all ogy. friends who have all sought 2017 to get your Christmas on December 27-30 for your tect Jacko Zialcita and Lester says. This year, the mall went for from page 1 about hotels and hotel op- “I know that if you want to greener pastures raffle stubs. A Land Rover food gift and party needs. Almazan, to the day in-day If 2015 was the Minions fat, lush wreaths dotted with erations. This is a first for finish something, you have to abroad. He had Discovery Sport S car just The mall at the Rockwell out production team headed by Christmas, 2014 was the year red, silver and gold Christmas Rockwell Land. Mr. Padilla put your heads together, deter- his opportunity might have your name on it Center returns to its roots after Tenancy supervisor Engr. Mar- the mall went with amber and balls in a plethora of sizes (Rockwell Land president mine the requirements and just to leave but “mas on Christmas Day. If not, a light-hearted turn wherein vin Aleido and Housekeeping red fairy lights-wrapped col- and textures. Meanwhile, the Nestor Padilla) has chosen do it. The team also has to be mahal ko ang there’s still the February 1, they celebrated the 2015 holi- supervisor Ariel Reynildo. umns and flat, leafy garlands lighting is now predominantly the consultants for the interi- flexible. Sometimes, we have to Pilipinas” (I 2017 draw! Be there when day season with giant Minions The Power Plant Mall for the concourse. The columns white—and cool—instead of or design: Guillermo (Butch) stay late to install some things love the Phil- your name is announced and and hot air balloons. Christmas décor team mem- and light fixtures were ringed the past years’ amber. Valdez Design for the main that can only be done when ippines more). you get a chance to win an During the November bers gave their full effort and with wreaths but the arches “It makes one think of a lobbies and amenity areas and the mall is closed. There are so His mes- additional P50,000 shopping 9 unveiling of #Christmas- crafted everything with love were left unadorned. palace,” says Ferrer, who is HBA (Hirsch Bedner Associ- many challenges along the way sage to Lope- spree! AtRockwell, shoppers said especially for the shoppers who Christmas 2013 was a time spending his sixth Christmas 12 Days of Christmas ates) for the hotel rooms and that stump you, but you have to zLink read- hello to a Power Plant Mall look forward to Christmas at of muted celebration follow- at Power Plant Mall. He its hallways. We are targeting find a way to work around so ers: “Keep Show ‘em what you’ve got that was decked out in its clas- Rockwell every year. ing the onslaught of typhoon joined the company as a shift a five star-plus finish. We are the project can move forward,” b e l i e v i n g by finishing the challenges in sic yuletide look. Of course, Nestor J. Pa- Yolanda a month prior. This was engineer straight out of col- Color scheme row of iMacs to fill up an elec- looking for something that he says. that we are Power Plant Mall’s newest According to Mall Opera- dilla was a constant and sup- reflected in Power Plant Mall’s lege in 2010 before moving The color scheme is echoed tronic Christmas list. will be unique to our hotel,” Some of his more chal- in the right holiday treat called 12 Days tions manager Ariel Ferrer, the portive presence during the toned down decorations—for on to become tenant engineer, in the Christmas tree at the Meanwhile, shoppers will says Damaso. lenging work has entailed direction of of Christmas. With awesome team started preparing for the whole process. As with all of probably the first time in its assistant manager and, as of North Court, with white fairy have the rest of the season to Padilla has required Da- managing the noise from the doing some- prizes at stake, it’s definitely holidays in September, during the company’s past projects, history, the concourse was de- October 2016, Operations lights giving one the impres- dream about winning one of Musical Christmas maso and his team to learn construction, ensuring that thing great for 12 times the thrill! which they worked on combin- the Rockwell Land president void of ornaments. manager. sion of icicles. two Land Rover Discovery Get cool and cozy this firsthand what clients look digging and chipping walls the country and ing and customizing wreaths, crafted the overall vision and Christmas 2011 was par- “It was extremely labor-in- Throughout the mall, the Sport S cars at stake in the yule as the metro’s sweetest for—everything from service, will not disturb cinemagoers for the people we pine cones and other elements. provided direction for #Christ- ticularly memorable for its tensive. Almost all parts of the scent of pine pervades, height- Rockwell Christmas raffle. On voices serenade you and your to amenities, to the right size or residents. This aspect of are serving. The The overall look and feel masAtRockwell. red “Sputnik” stars and strips mall were decorated—the col- ening the cool, Christmassy the November 26-27 weekend, loved ones with your favorite of beds for the kind of hotel noise cannot be totally elimi- Lopez Group’s of the mall’s Christmas décor Full circle of deconstructed wreaths that umns, the arches. Jazzing up feel. The sweet, sugary smells they doubled their chances of Christmas carols on all week- that their target market de- nated, but with proper notice emphasis is to was the fruit of the labor and “This year, it’s more on hung lengthwise from the the concourse required our full that occasionally escape from being the new owners of this ends of December. mands. and sticking to a proper work make the coun- teamwork of the whole Rock- completing the overall Christ- concourse, with the walkways manpower due to the heavy the candy store on the second cushy ride when two raffle stubs Rockwell’s Holiday Gift “I am learning something schedule, many inconveniences try better, help well Retail team, from the mas décor themes since 2013. decorated only with fresh wreaths,” says the University floor add to the shoppers’ fes- were given away for every mini- Fair new every day,” Damaso says. have been avoided. make the life conceptualization and design If you notice, we’re coming full poinsettias. of Santo Tomas alum. tive mood. mum single-receipt purchase of Shop and eat till you drop Tip-top condition Importance of integrity of the Fili- The animatronic camelids P1,000 (from retail establish- at Rockwell’s Holiday Gift He currently has a staff Integrity is so important for pino people and reindeer from last year have ments in Rockwell residential Fair! From December 15-23, Meet the team of 12, mostly architects and him because “it covers a lot” of better in our been beefed up with new addi- towers), P2,000 (from Power the Plaza Rotunda (near Zara engineers, on the construc- other values. own small tions. Dogs of various breeds Plant Mall stores) and P3,000 entrance), Hidalgo Drive tion project team. And with “Integrity includes respect w a y — stand guard at the Archaeology (from Marketplace by Rustan’s). and the Kirov model unit all that’s happening on the for others. If you believe in whatever Wing. Turning into another Completing the Power Plant have been transformed into site, he has to rely on the people, they will believe in you, it is that alcove, shoppers come face to Mall Christmas experience are a Christmas Village—AKA retail operations staff to keep too. The trust you give goes we do. face with tigers peering out the treats that kids and even par- one-stop wonderland for all Power Plant Mall running in back to you and you end up We just of the foliage. Another corner ents have come to look forward to, your yuletide shopping needs. tip-top condition, especially with a very supportive team, have to reveals Instagram-ready polar including the Musical Christmas Santa’s Surprises VIP Weekday Promo with #ChristmasAtRockwell who will want you to reach b e l i e v e bears and a trio of penguins. choral performances, the Baker’s Have a Claus encounter Snap up a VIP card that festivities going into full your goals, which they make as a n d “We have more animal Dozen fair, Christmas fireworks, when you shop at Power Plant entitles you to free movies and gear. their own goals, too.” w o r k setups this year to ensure that Rockwell’s Holiday Gift Fair Mall every weekend. Who parking at Power Plant Mall Damaso considers it a Added to this in- for it.” there are no ‘dead’ areas,” Fer- and workshops with Santa. knows, Santa just might have for six months! Get yours for blessing that the level of trust tegrity imperative is rer points out. Asked what makes this year a total spend of P200,000 dur- and confidence is high- be the business of the mall something for you in his bag Flame-red façade a Power Plant Mall Christmas of gifts! ing any of the remaining VIP At the South Court, the aside from the aforementioned Santa’s Workshop Promo periods (all Monday- flame-red façade of the - ex offerings, Ferrer says: “We Make a beeline for Santa’s Thursday blocks until Decem- panded Santa’s Workshop is a have more activities, increased Workshop at the South ber 29). beacon calling out to kids who manpower to ensure our guests’ Court—it’s not only food and For more info on #Christ- want a bit of face time with the convenience and security, more treats central this season, it’s masAtRockwell, check out Lucky Jay Damaso: jolly man in red; the spot also Christmas setups. also where you can unleash www.PowerPlantMall.com, / hosts fun workshops on selected “We always make it a point your creativity! Join the week- PowerPlantMall on Facebook weekends. Off to one side, at to appeal to our clients’ five end workshops on Christmas and @powerplantmall on Ins- The Rockwell Retail team composed of the Leasing, Marketing and Operations groups Santa’s Wishing Station, a little senses and this Christmas is no pencil topper making (De- tagram and Twitter. Expanding his footprint boy takes his place in front of a different.”  Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017 Corporate Sustainability Museum/Values Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017  PHOTO BY CHRISTINE BAKING PHOTO BY CHRISTINE After 30-plus years Ongoings By Thea Garing and Yna Musico Shutdown. As an institution of tunity to create botanical and port from the cultural depart- ALKFI exec, former student education, the museum stays archaeological sketches with Last few days ment of the Embassy of Spain true to its position as a resource Aissa Domingo and Rolf Cam- in Manila. The show takes its center, aiding the search for pos. to catch ‘Two reference from the series of reunited by service meaningful, accountable and The museum ended the year Halves of a large-scale exhibitions that were socially grounded endeavors with a partnership with the popular during the age of con- that contribute to the narration University of the Philippines Whole,’ ‘Expo- quests, including the Exposición of the nation’s history. (UP) Geographical Society, sition’ de las Islas Filipinas in Madrid Paulo Alcazaren unearthed the UP Geography Depart- in 1887. lost art and architecture in Bur- ment, the Junior Philippine The exhibi- ied. Ambeth Ocampo’s Telem- Geographical Society and the tion highlights bang Pakakak, Buntut Pague! Philippine Geographical So- the important treated audiences to rare publi- ciety. This partnership brought segments in the cations in the library collection. about EnCOUNTERS, a Lopez Museum KCFI president Rina Lopez-Bautista (standing, 6th from left) with Western Union regional vice president Hatem Museumgoers were also giv- counter-mapping forum that collection—the Sleiman, Western Union Philippines business development manager Rochelle Macalalad, deputy regional en a chance to rediscover artists presented alternative perspec- maps in the counsel Jim Robinson, country director Jeffrey Navarro, corporate communications director Suzanne Lopez, KCFI and their works. Neil Doloricon tives and practices of looking at c a r t o g r a p h y administrative programs officer Jenny Panganiban, Western Union volunteers and representatives from Rafael Palma and Jose Tence Ruiz revisited cartography from experts and collection, the Production and cast members of ‘Dahling Nick’ during the open forum ES and the Division of Manila social realism in the Philippines practitioners. illustrated publi- ALKFI managing director Susan Afan (5th from left) with her former student, EDC president Ricky Tantoco (4th from and censorship in art. For Na- The museum is indebted to Visit the museum and allow the cations and scientific journals on left), Sagip Kapamilya program director Jun Dungo, ALKFI CFO Noemi Samson (6th and 7th from left) and EDC torship. In partnership with the team to guide you through Two executives tional Museum Day, attendees additional partners who recog- projects that cataloged and clas- KCFI, Western Union roll A salute to our Film Development Council of were treated to a walkthrough nize the value of the arts, culture Halves of a Whole and Exposi- sified Philippine flora and the IT was a special afternoon for Afan said: “I last saw Ricky successful career in recruit- supporters the Philippines and Cinema- with guest artists Cian Dayrit and history: Energy Develop- tion. The exhibitions close on Filipiniana rare books written in Susan Afan, managing direc- when he was 16 years old. ment. She was the Southern FROM illustrating flora and theque Manila, the museum and Liv Vinluan. ment Corporation, First Phil- December 23, 2016. Spanish and the native tongues. out TFAD in 25 schools tor of ABS-CBN Lingkod We’ve led very different lives, California District president fauna to rediscovering lost art hosted another successful run of Further diving into the arts, ippine Holdings Corporation, Two Halves of a Whole is The exhibition looks into ideas, By Niña de Sagun Kapamilya Inc. (ALKFI). After but are now reunited as part- of Robert Half International, and architecture in the Phil- its film screening event,Replay. museum audiences participated Gourmet Farms Inc., Mary copresented by Fundacion San- anxieties and questions that ippines, the Lopez Museum Stories of journalists un- in Field Notes with artists from Grace Foods Inc., Ang Misyon, só. It is a part of the yearlong punctuate a complex historical EMPLOYEES of Western Taguig, Laguna, Cavite, Anti- Knowledge Channel Foun- more than 30 years, she found ners decades later in being able $4.2-billion professional staff- herself meeting her former stu- to become men and women ing services company. In 2005, brought together a wide ar- der martial law were retold by the National Museum. Through the Orchestra of the Filipino retrospective of artist Juvenal episode under the Spanish rule Union and its local agents polo, Pampanga, Bulacan and dation Inc. (KCFI) president ray of workshops and lectures Ceres Doyo, Pete Lacaba and this illustration workshop, at- Youth, Cinema One Originals, Sansó. The exhibition puts to- through images and texts. became teacher-volunteers Bataan using a KCh-produced Rina Lopez-Bautista and dent in Ateneo, Ricky Tantoco, for others through our projects she was recognized as its top now president and COO of together. What a dream come regional manager in the world. throughout 2016. Vergel Santos for Newsroom tendees were given the oppor- the Botany and Zoology divi- gether selections from Sansó’s The Lopez Museum is at the through the Knowledge Chan- video episode and module. Western Union regional di- The public programs of 2016 s i o n s generous donations and com- ground floor, Benpres Building, nel (KCh) Teacher-For-A-Day The companies also donated rector Hatem Sleiman led the Energy Development Corpo- true for any teacher!” Tantoco, on the other hand, ration (EDC). Tantoco recalled that Afan, has been with EDC for over 23 explored the far reaches of art of the memorates not just the artist, Exchange Road corner Meralco Av- (TFAD) program. a KCh On-Demand package ceremonial turnover at Rafael and history, extending beyond National but also the role of patronage enue, Pasig City. Museum days and Employees from Western consisting of a television set, Palma Elementary School. The two were brought to- his religion teacher, would ask years, holding several executive gether by Sagip Kapamilya, the class to write “Ad maio- positions until he became its its perceived limits into the vast M u - in Philippine arts and culture hours are Mondays to Saturdays, Union, E-Biz, PetNet and speakers, a laptop preloaded KCFI’s TFAD program aims expanse of various disciplines. s e u m , as exemplified by Sansó and except holidays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Avail USSC taught financial lit- with KCh videos and other mul- to engage employees and private the flagship project of ALKFI. rem Dei gloriam” on their test president and COO in 2009. EDC has been a longtime sup- papers as a way of reminding He is also a director and execu- The Lopez Museum revis- A n v i l Roberto M. Lopez. of unlimited access to exhibitions eracy to elementary pupils in timedia learning resources plus corporations in a one-day ca- ited the country’s time under Publish- The second exhibition, Ex- and library resources by signing up 25 schools in Quezon City, an ABS-CBN TVplus unit. reer-switching experience. porter of Sagip Kapamilya. them to do all things for the tive vice president as well as the Among their biggest tie-up greater glory of God. former head of business devel- martial law. Films by Vicente ing Inc., position, brings together guest for the Lopez Museum membership projects is the building of “It feels great to see a for- opment at First Gen Corpora- Sandoval and Sari Dalena, BluPrint artists Cian Dayrit, Liv Vin- program. Members can borrow typhoon- and earthquake- re- mer teacher who is now a dear tion. “Aparisyon” and “Dahling Nick,” and ado- luan and Lightning Studies: books from the lending section and KCFI conducts ‘Martial Law for silient classrooms for typhoon friend doing something for the The afternoon ended with respectively, showcased specific bo maga- CTCCCs and is copresented by get discounts on lectures, workshops Yolanda-affected areas which betterment of society,” he said. the teacher and student— now vantage points under the dicta- zine. Instituto Cervantes with sup- and services for only P1,500. the Millennials’ workshop started in 2014. EDC pro- Before her appointment partners in public service— vided the design, manpower as the managing director of committing to work together Special Feature hundred teachers and Depart- and project supervision for 89 ALKFI, Afan spent 30 years on more projects in the coming ment of Education (DepEd) divi- classrooms. in the US where she built a years. sion representatives in attendance, Still more of our favorite gifts featured director Jose Javier Reyes, who is also a senior professional WE’VE always preached the tion of the visual arts and library in hand to produce design-led able at the Lopez Museum and lecturer at De La Salle University. EDC named one of Asia’s benefits of doing one’s holiday are given new life with items crafts that highlight the creativity Library. KCFI president Rina Lopez- shopping early. These gift options that can continuously be enjoyed and sense of pride of more than Bautista also shared the Lopez will not only help you complete beyond the halls of the galleries. 200 women artisans family’s struggles during martial top green companies your Christmas list ahead of most For inquiries, call 631-2417 or of Guimaras. Sup- law. When the government seized everyone in the metro, they are email [email protected]. port the weaving ABS-CBN, among their many ENERGY Development Cor- ingful sustainability practices As one of the earliest sustain- also our favorite kinds of gifts: the communities ones that keep on giving! Weave got it!: Guimaras’ of this other businesses, the broadcast- poration (EDC) was awarded as that do not only improve their ability reporters and adopters of ‘nito’ products ing network was shut down while one of the Top Green Compa- business but also make a signifi- the GRI in the country, EDC i s l a n d Exhibit your artsy side Former NHCP chair Maria Serena Diokno its chairman, Eugenio Lopez Jr., nies in Asia at the recently con- cant impact to their communi- has been measuring and report- Help the indigenous peoples province. was imprisoned. cluded Asia Corporate Excel- ties,” added Dr. Jayanthi Desan, ing on its environmental and Find unique gift ideas for of Guimaras when you purchase A v a i l - KNOWLEDGE Channel The initial run on September Doris Nuval, KCFI head for lence & Sustainability (ACES) lead jury of ACES Awards. social impacts to its stakeholders loved ones who share your love the nito (vine) products designed Foundation Inc. (KCFI) re- 21 at the Lopez Museum was Access and a freedom fighter Awards 2016 organized by Ma- “These are also companies that since 2010. Its 2010 integrated and passion for art and history in by PJ Arañador and handcrafted cently conducted a two-part attended by almost 80 teachers during martial law, presented a laysian-based MORS Group. have strong disclosures, most of financial and sustainability report the Lopez Museum Shop. High- in Guimaras. See how workshop that aims to provide from different school divisions. documentary produced by Film EDC bested almost 200 other them using the Global Reporting was the first in the Philippines to lights from the permanent collec- tradition and inno- Araling Panlipunan teachers Using a clip from the Australia entitled “Fearless: Stories nominated companies and individ- Initiative’s (GRI) sustainability be validated by the GRI’s head vation work hand with knowledge and skills that Knowledge Channel-produced of Asian Women,” a narrative of uals from various Asian countries reporting framework.” office in Amsterdam in 2011. are useful in teaching a vital “Kasaysayan TV,” then National her life as the longest female pris- this year. Its chief finance officer, “Sustainability has been topic in Philippine history. Historical Commission of the oner of the era. The film is now Nestor Vasay, received the award. weaved into EDC’s business “Martial Law for the Mil- Philippines chair Maria Serena being used as a learning resource In her message during the since the start of its operations,” lennials” advocates better Diokno explained the common in some Asian schools. awards night in Singapore, said Vasay. “The integrated BAYAN Academy offers the understanding of the subject misconceptions that the young Former secretaries Br. Armin MORS Group CEO Shang- financial and sustainability re- following certificate training among Filipino youth. Seeing grew up believing in. Diokno’s fa- Luistro and Dinky Soliman also gari Balakrishnan said that port that we release every year course this month: that the lack of knowledge ther, former Sen. Jose Diokno, was imparted their experiences and the ACES awards recognized is something that our investors December 8-9: Human could have stemmed from detained with former Sen. Ninoy thoughts on the subject. entrepreneurs, corporate leaders and lenders appreciate because Resource Management how the topic was taught in Aquino and newspaper publisher The talks were followed by a and best corporate practices in it tells them how we take care For rates, call 426-3140. the basic education curricu- Chino Roces during martial law. workshop with former DepEd sustainability in Asia. of the environment and our Bayan Academy reserves the lum, KCFI developed a way to The second workshop on OIC-Sec. Dr. Fe Hidalgo. (N. “The winners have been able communities as a truly green right to change course dates. address it. October 27, with more than a de Sagun) to show us how to build mean- company.” 10 Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017 Lifelong Wellness Interactive Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017 11 Contact lens use and corneal infections Sudoku Larga Na! Text and photos by Gerbs de Castro By Charizze Henson Maglaro tayo ng Sudoku, ang bagong libangan ng bayan! Ayusin lamang ang mga numero simula 1 hanggang 9 para 6 last-ditch CONTACT lenses are a con- ang bawat numero ay minsan lang magagamit sa bawat row, venient and effective alternative column at kahon. to eyeglasses, but did you know that they can make you prone to Cave in to Cavinti! keratitis? holiday diet tips Keratitis is an infection of the AS most of us know all too well, lunch so you can prepare to cornea, the clear dome shape in trying to eat healthy during the splurge for the night out,” front of the eye that allows light holidays is a tricky task. It’s easy Williams says. into the eye and keeps foreign to over-indulge with so many Low glycemic foods like particles out. It can occur in tasty treats around, but the oatmeal or quinoa with fresh people who have had physical good news is that you can avoid berries are also great options. or chemical eye injury, have a the postseason guilt with just a Since they metabolize slowly, weak immune system, live in a few easy steps. you’ll feel fuller longer. warm climate and use cortico- Culinary chef and celeb ho- Be a food snob. Scope steroid eye drops. Keratitis is listic nutritionist Tricia Wil- out the spread before you also more common in people longer than recommended, not Noguera explains: “Quick di- This “squash” is one of the attractions liams of Food Matters NYC chow down. What makes who wear contact lenses and cleaning them properly or us- agnosis and treatment can help that can be found in the cave Time for a dip! dishes out her top tips on how your mouth water? Zero have poor contact lens hygiene. ing tap water to clean them,” prevent corneal swelling and to eat healthy and still enjoy in on that and steer clear According to Asian Eye she adds. scarring, temporary or perma- ourselves at the same time. of the rest. If you can Institute cornea and external Patients are urged to avoid nent vision loss and blindness. LAGUNA is so blessed with you proceed to the Cavinti river (rental only) before we rode the ing dip in the cool waters of the Pregame with chia seeds. muster, stay away from disease specialist Dr. Sharlene eye injuries by wearing sports Make sure to get your eyes loads of places with diverse cul- and caves, you have to accomplish balsa (raft) to the cave. river. Before you party (and eat) the bread, cheese and crackers, Noguera, “contact lenses wear- or protective eyewear. Contact checked by your eye doctor as tures as well as great tourist spots. these steps first. We got off thebalsa after a few Back at the Bumbungan Eco- night away, add a tablespoon of and reach for the shrimp and ers are at higher risk of keratitis lens wearers should also prac- soon as you experience eye red- Popular towns such as Calamba, The target destination is actually minutes and trudged along a trail Park via the 4x4 vehicle we rent- chia seeds to a glass of water. tuna tartar instead. since the contact lens may rub tice good contact lens hygiene ness, eye pain, discharge, blur- San Pablo and Los Baños have around two hours away from this towards the mouth of the cave. ed, we fixed ourselves up, took Rich in antioxidants and min- “Shrimp is actually low in against the cornea and create by replacing their contacts as ring of vision, excessive tearing,  Very Easy been magnetizing a lot of tourists establishment. If you did not bring Aside from stalactites, stalag- some farewell shots and departed erals, these little seeds expand calories compared to most slight damage. This damage recommended, replacing their sensitivity to light and a feeling  Easy for several years. an off-road vehicle, renting a 4x4 is mites, bats, slippery rocks and rock for Metro Manila. in your stomach, curbing crav- of the appetizers typically may allow the bacteria to pen- contact lens case every three to like something is in your eye.”  Medium We visited a less well-known a must due to the rough roads. formations along the way, a unique This Cavinti experience is really  ings while reducing inflamma- out there—just make sure you it’s really easy to swap out re- etrate the eye. six months, avoiding the use of Asian Eye offers comprehen- Hard town called Cavinti to explore We were welcomed to our des- feature of this cave is the mini wa- for cave enthusiasts. Never bring tion. go light on the cocktail sauce,” fined white flour for oat flour,” “Generally, it is safe to wear old solutions and reducing con- sive eye exams and screenings. one of its hidden tourist gems, tination by the sound of rushing terfall in one of its sections. someone along who is not into this “Chia seeds will make you Williams says. Williams says. “You can also contacts, but the risk stems from tact lens wear time. For more info, call 898-2020 or the Cavinti Underground River water. Exiting the cave, we treated kind of activity. (Excerpted from feel fuller longer,” Williams Stay away from grains. substitute coconut sugar for wearing your contacts while you Prompt treatment of early email eyehelp@asianeyeinsti- and Caves Complex or CURCC. Before the trek proper, we at- our tired bodies to a refresh- http://larga-bista.blogspot.com) says. “It’s the same philosophy “What’s interesting is that I white sugar. It has fewer calo- sleep or swim, wearing them symptoms is important, too! tute.com. Arriving at Bumbungan Eco- tended a short safety briefing in a as having nuts beforehand, but find people consume less al- ries and you won’t experience Answer to NOVEMBER puzzle Park in Brgy. Tibatib, we signed large hut regarding the rules and chia seeds don’t have the calo- cohol if they’re consuming less the crash.” Solution, tips and the registration book and accom- guidelines in effect around the Christmas messages ries nuts do.” grains,” Williams says. “They Have a plant-based plate. 10 ‘Minute to Win It’ games that will computer program plished an entry permit/waiver area. from page 5 Plan your calories. If you really go hand in hand. It While navigating the buffet ta- available at form at the Cavinti Tourism Of- After that, our guide distrib- www.sudoku.com know you’re going to indulge works but it’s tough for people ble, make sure 80% of your plate add fun to your Christmas parties fice inside the park. Yes, before uted helmets and head lamps of FPH, we made public our astute companies and investors to follow. You could easily go for dinner, plan your day of is plant-based. The rest should MAKE your Christmas parties plastic cup onto the mouth Puddle Jumper group’s stance that we will no around the world are already up to 2,000 or 3,000 calories Eats eating ahead of time so you be mostly protein and a little bit and family get-together more of a bottle located one foot A ping-pong ball placed on a longer consider building, devel- sensing the narrowing window at a party with a few glasses of can monitor your caloric in- of fat. fun and exciting by playing away. full glass of water must be made oping or investing in coal-fired within which the world has to wine, so it’s definitely some- take. “Allow room for a tiny des- some of the most memorable Card Ninja to “jump” to another glass by power plants. We’ve since then act and there’s a growing con- thing to try!” “If you’re planning on con- sert, but try to fill up on as games in ABS-CBN’s “Min- The player throws a playing blowing on it. Fast and luscious made it our mission to help the cern to collectively forge that suming more than 800 calories BYOD. If appropriate, bring many veggies as you can,” country navigate the challeng- path toward a decarbonized ute to Win It” that use everyday card at a sliced watermelon Pop Top WHO wants to toil in a hot kitchen in are toasted, then return to freeze. When in one sitting, have a green your own dish! It’s a foolproof Williams says. “And your pro- ing shift toward a cleaner de- world. materials that can be found at until one lands upright on the Using his thumb, the player this season of parties and reunions? You firm, cover with plastic wrap and freeze juice for breakfast and a lighter method of ensuring that you’ll tein portion should always be carbonized future. I’m also seeing developments home or in the office. flesh of the fruit. flips bottle caps into a cup in can still give the oven a rest without kill- for about 6 hours or up to 3 days. have a delicious, healthy option the size of the palm of your Of course we’re well aware and trends that I never imag- Here’s a list of “Minute to Ponginator the middle of the table. ing the holiday vibe, thanks to these lus- Nutella Cool Whip Pie that you actually like. hand.” (Excerpted from www. that we cannot stop the loom- ined I’d see in all my 25 years Win It” games that both kids A player bounces a ball off a Glassroad Trucker cious treats! Ingredients: 1 shortbread crust; 8 oz cream Sports & Wellness “If you’re bringing a dessert, shape.com) ing dangers of global warming in the power industry. The cost and adults will enjoy: tabletop so it lands into an egg The player erects a “bridge” Smores Ice Cream Cake cheese, softened; 1/4 c powdered sugar; 1 overhang on the sides to lift the finished calendar single-handedly. Our pivot is a trajectory of solar photovolta- DECEMBER Face the Cookie carton on another table. using longneck bottles arranged Ingredients: 2 packages graham crack- c Nutella, plus more for garnish; 12 oz fudge out. response to dramatic changes ics, wind and storage technol- 11: Hope Run, In this challenge, the player Tipsy upside-down. He or she then ers (18 rectangles); 2/3 c unsalted butter Cool Whip, divided; and 8 Ferrero Ro- 2. Melt the peanut butter and butter to- 1.5K/3K/ in the energy industry brought ogy is dropping so fast that it Have an EL Center holiday! moves the cookie from the The player attempts to posi- blows a ping-pong ball across (melted); 12 oz chocolate fudge sauce; 1 cher chocolates, finely chopped, divided gether in a large bowl. Stop the microwave 5K/10K (BGC, Taguig), by two major forces—the stark will disrupt the normally staid SPEND the most wonderful forehead to the mouth using tion a soda can so that it is bal- it into a shot glass placed at the 1/2 qt chocolate ice cream; 2 1/2 c mini Procedure: and stir the mixture every minute until 4am. Fee: P500-P900. your loved ones! recognition that global warming world of energy in no time. We events of the year at Eugenio only his or her facial muscles. If anced sideways. The catch: the end of the bridge. marshmallows; and 1 qt vanilla ice cream 1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, completely melted and smooth. Remove Register at hopemarathonph. For P799 net per person, is caused by human activity, and can choose to bury our heads in Lopez Center and experience the cookie falls to the floor, re- game starts with an unopened Movin’ On Up Procedure: powdered sugar and Nutella until light from the microwave and stir in the vanilla com gather your family and observe the rapid advances in renewable the sand as these trends engulf 11: magpaPAUWis the ultimate holiday treat for place it with a fresh one—don’t can of soda. The player must Each player starts with the 1. Grind graham crackers into fine crumbs and fluffy. Fold in 8 oz (one container) using a large rubber spatula or wooden Christmas Eve at EL Center energy and storage technology us or we can choose to build our Run, eat it! drink the exact amount of soda same number of stacked plas- in a food processor. Add melted butter Cool Whip until fully combined. Add six spoon. Add the salt if you prefer a salty/ 2.2K/6.6K/11K (UP with a mass at 10 p.m. that are driving costs exponen- businesses dynamically for the Flip Your Lid that will enable the can to stand tic cups, with the cup at the and blend. Press mixture evenly into a 9- chopped Ferrero Rocher chocolates and sweet fudge. Add the sifted confectioners’ Diliman Academic Oval, followed by a buffet tially downwards. unfolding paradigms of the 21st The player flips an empty on its side. bottom (held by the player) in inch spring form pan, coating the bottom mix to incorporate. sugar and stir until completely combined. QC), 5:30am. Fee: P400- dinner starting at 11 Extreme weather events that century. The Lopez pioneering a different color. Alternating and 2 inches up the sides. Freeze until 2. Fill the pie crust with mixture and The mixture is very, very thick and resem- P600. Contact 924-7394 or p.m. destroyed lives and properties entrepreneurial spirit dictates their left and right hands, the solid, about 30 minutes. smooth top. Freeze for 1 hour to set. bles cookie dough. If using any add-ins, 0920-9072919 Meanwhile, for only in recent years are undeni- that we be the latter. player moves the top cup to 2. Spread half of the fudge sauce over 3. To serve, top with remaining Cool fold them into the fudge while it is still 18: Raise D Roof P6,200 net for two ably related to human activity. It warms my heart to see you the bottom of the stack until the crust, refreeze for about a half hour. Whip. Drizzle with Nutella, then sprinkle warm. Bubble Run, 5K (Blue persons, EL Center’s The world has already used up joining us as we uplift lives, the differently colored cup is Meanwhile, soften chocolate ice cream over remaining chopped Ferrero Rocher 3. Press the fudge into prepared baking Bay Walk, Pasay), 6am. Fee: New Year’s Eve pack- 90% of the 450-ppm carbon communities and fight to leave returned to its original posi- and stir in 1 cup marshmallows. Spread chocolates. pan, smoothing the top with the back of P650. Register at affinitea. age includes breakfast concentration limit that most behind a healthier planet. But tion. mixture over fudge and freeze until firm, Peanut Butter Fudge a spatula or spoon. The top will be some- run for two, plus “front row scientists believe we should not most especially, I’m touched Stick the Landing about a half hour. what oily. Cover tightly with aluminum seats” to a dazzling fire- Ingredients: 1 c (250 g) creamy peanut go beyond. And given acceler- by your hard work, dedication, The player flips a partially full 3. Spread remaining fudge over ice cream, foil and chill for at least 4 hours or until JANUARY works display as Metro butter; 1 c (2 sticks or 230 g) unsalted ating emission rates, the world and for choosing to be pow- bottle into the air, making sure freeze until firm, about a half hour, then firm. Cut into pieces. 8: Color Manila Run Manila ushers in 2017. butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp salt may use up the rest within the ered by good. I wish you all a that it lands upright on a table spread softened vanilla ice cream on top 4. Store fudge in an airtight container in Year 5, 3K/5K/10K/21K For more info, call (optional); 4 c (460 g) sifted confection- next decade or shortly there- happy, peaceful and meaningful or podium. of the cake and freeze solid, approximate- the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Fudge (SM MOA, Pasay), 3:30am. 449-7241 to 44 or ers’ sugar; and 3/4 c add-ins, such as after. Global warming is here Christmas, and ever renewable “Minute to Win It” airs Mon- ly overnight. may be frozen for up to 2 months. To Fee: P950-P1,700. Register 0917-5156225 or visit chocolate chips, peanuts or Reese’s Pea- and we’ve seen it right on our wishes for the New Year and the Clockwise from top: Enchong Dee, Face the Cookie; Jericho Rosales, days to Fridays before “TV Pa- 4. Place oven rack 6 inches from broil- thaw, simply transfer to the refrigerator at www.colormanilarun.com www.elcenter.com.ph. nut Butter Cups (optional) doorsteps—to people we know years to come. Glassroad Trucker; Karylle, Tipsy; and Tuesday Vargas, Pop Top trol,” on ABS-CBN. er; heat broiler on high. Top cake with for 2-4 hours. (Recipes and photos from Procedure: and care about and to compa- FEDERICO R. LOPEZ remaining marshmallows. Place under www.yummly.com; www.delish.com; sal- 1. Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square bak- nies under our wing. The most Chairman, FPH Group Follow us @lopezlinkph on Twitter and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/lopezlinkonline broiler 1 to 2 minutes until marshmallows ing pan with aluminum foil, leaving an lysbakingaddiction.com) 12 Lopezlink Dec. 2016-Jan. 2017

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