FEBRUARY 2015 L.ittleM.anilaConfidential Families Angry

Aquino reaches out to relatives of dead SAF soldiers but relatives are not convinced

MANILA - President Benigno Aquino III, arriving late for the necrological services for the 44 slaughtered police commandos at Camp Bagong Diwa, said he feels the grief of the bereaved families because he lost his father too more than two decades ago. “I was watching television on my own in our house in Boston, waiting for news of my father. I heard the television announcer say: Opposition leader Benigno Aquino was seen lying in a pool of blood; shots were fired. At that instance, time julia stopped for me, and my world turned upside down,” he said. MONTES “At the saddest and most painful point, I had several questions- now that my father is dead, how can we achieve what he wanted to achieve KISSING THE WIND OF FAME for our country? Does that mean the fight is over? ANGRY continued on page 24 is the successor to

VINA MORALES is opening her heart

COSMOPOLITAN GOES YOUNG WITH (gasp) ON THE COVER

Charo Give a Helping Hand Santos-Concio

for a Cause Pageant ABS-CBN PRESIDENT AND CEO Nathalie Ramos is one of the contestants for this CHARO SANTOS-CONCIO NAMED year’s Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation’s OUTSTANDING PAULINIAN ALUMNA Manny Yanga of Scarborough Toyota (3RD FROM LEFT SEATED) and Anna Eusebio of UMAC Miss -Canada pageant. Here, she models door to door Cargo (5TH FROM LEFT SEATED) pose with Senator Tobias Enverga and his wife one of the gowns during the PCCF Induction dinner. Rosemer, Canada’s Finance Minister Joe Oliver, Consul-general Junever Manilum-West (2ND, One of the prizes is a free trip to the Philippines for 3RD, 4TH, 5TH FROM LEFT STANDING) at the PCCF Induction. PHOTO BY ARIEL RAMOS FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARYthe winner. 2015 STORY INSIDEL. M. Confidential 1 Basta Toyota, sa Scarborough na!

2 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 China reclamation bad for ASEAN de- fends Philippine Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario says is still exploring ‘options’ to respond to China’s ‘massive reclamation’ in the South China Sea on virginity issue Nang mabanggit kay Iya ang MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines plans Vietnam, Malaysia, and Bru- tion activities as an attempt to strengthen its pagdepensa niya kay Nikki laban sa to raise China’s “massive reclamation” in the nei are also ASEAN members control over the disputed features even if the bashers nito sa social media tungkol South China Sea in an upcoming meeting of that have claims to parts of the arbitral tribunal rules in favor of the Philippines. sa isyung virginity, foreign ministers of Southeast Asia’s regional South China Sea. Other mem- The Hague-based arbitral tribunal has no inamin nitong na- bloc. bers of the bloc are Cambodia, mechanism to enforce its ruling. tawa siya sa nag- Philippine Foreign Secretary Albert del Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, ing reaksiyon ng Rosario denounced Beijing’s construction work Singapore and Thailand. marami sa kanyang in disputed reefs as a “blatant violation” of agree- The strategic sea is believed to hold vast PH wants legally binding code statement. ments of the Association of Southeast Asian Na- deposits of oil and gas, rich fishing grounds, and soon tions (ASEAN) with China, calling it a “threat” a major shipping route. Ayon kay Iya, to all 10 ASEAN members. Last year, both the Philippines and its close hindi ito dapat Del Rosario said that the reclamation will be treaty ally the United States proposed before naging isyu dahil discussed in the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Re- PH ‘exploring options’ on reclama- ASEAN and China a freeze to any activity that ito naman daw ang dapat, lalo’t treat in Kota Kinabalu in Sabah from January 27 tion may raise tension in the South China Sea, in- tayo ay nasa isang Catholic country. to 28. The meeting is the first under Malaysia’s cluding reclamation. Yet China rejected the call. Dapat bang ma-maintain ng isang chairmanship of ASEAN in 2015. Del Rosario admitted that the Philippines is This time around, Del Rosario said the Philip- babae ang kanyang virginity hang- “We’ll talk about the massive reclamation, the still exploring how to respond to China’s recla- pines does not have any new proposal but will gang sa araw ng kasal nito? threats it presents in terms of its implication on mation activities. continue working on the early conclusion of a Pahayag ni Iya, “I do believe in freedom of navigation as well as the rising of “We ourselves are looking to see what options legally binding Code of Conduct (COC) in the tensions which are obviously violations of [agree- are open, not only to us but also to other nations South China Sea. that. “You know, I don’t look down ments], in terms of [China’s] desire to change in terms of addressing this massive reclamation. “I think that the South China Sea is a major upon other girls who practice it [pre- the status quo and character of the features We relate this to the expansion agenda of the topic on the agenda because it concerns the marital sex]. “It doesn’t make you less there,” Del Rosario said. Chinese in connection with their claim of un- peace and stability of the region. We are looking of a person. Kanya-kanya namang “I will re-emphasize this and invite the con- disputed sovereignty of the entire South China to ASEAN in terms of the centrality, posture to values ‘yan, e. “But, personally, I do cern of the ASEAN states because it is a threat Sea,” the secretary said. be able to ensure peace and stability,” he said. believe that one should not practice to all of us.” For now, Del Rosario said Manila will con- While not a party to the dispute, the US also pre-marital sex.” The secretary was referring to the 2002 Dec- tinue protesting the construction work. plays a more active role and pushes for a speedy Base sa nilalaman ng statement ni laration on the Conduct of Parties in the South “Certainly, we’re taking a position in terms of conclusion of the COC. Iya, lumalabas na virgin siya nang China Sea (DOC), a non-binding agreement registering the necessary protests and consulting The Philippines stopped all construction and ASEAN and China entered into. The DOC asks with our international partners as to what can repair work in maritime features it occupies to pakasalan ni noong parties to refrain from actions that will “compli- really be done,” he said. maintain the “moral high ground” as its arbitra- February 3, 2014. Bago sila ikinasal cate or escalate disputes.” Manila filed diplomatic protests against tion case is underway. ay sampung taon naging magkasin- Del Rosario’s statement comes a day after China’s reclamation work in Mabini ( Johnson So what happens when China finishes its tahan sina Iya at Drew. Philippine Foreign Undersecretary Evan Garcia South) Reef, McKennan (Hughes) Reef, Calde- airstrip and reclamation? Ibig sabihin, ganun katagal din also criticized the “huge activities” China is ron (Cuarteron) Reef, and Gavin (Gaven) Reef. Beyond protests and talks, Del Rosario hinted ang ipinaghintay ni Drew bago sila conducting in the disputed area, first reported With one of the weakest militaries in Asia, that there is not much the Philippines can do for nagsiping? late last year. the Philippines opted to take the legal track by now. “Yes!” natatawang pagkumpirma ni Military chief Gregorio Catapang Jr said ear- filing a historic arbitration case against China’s “I can’t predict or forecast for you what the Iya na parang kinikilig. Dagdag niya, lier this month that Beijing’s reclamation activity expansive claim under the UN Convention on scenario is going to be....I wish I could be more is already “50% complete” while defense sources the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). definitive in my response but right now, that’s “Doon ko naman na-confirm na mahal said that China will finish building an airstrip in China is snubbing the case, and continues its the best I can do.” niya talaga ako. Fiery Cross Reef this year. reclamation work. Analysts see Beijing’s reclama- FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 3 TFC@theMovies’ much talked about story What The FACT? about an unconventional family, their lives and loves, unfolds on PPV on TFC BY JOSE BAKING Pay Per View on TFC MASSACRE takes viewers world- It was not a misencounter. It was an intentional ambush, a massacre. It was not a case of msitaken identity. The Philippine soliders and special wide to a journey with police forces were out in the open with no cover and yet the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) ‘EDSA Woolworth’ kept shooting. And when the soldiers surrendered, they were shot in poin blank range. Their equipment, guns and supplies were taken. Yet, the Philippine government and the MILF negotiators inist on using the word misencounter. A misencounter, one that involves mistaken identity does not last 5 hours. This was the equivalent of shooting fish in a barrel, as they say. Why everyone insists on going on with the peace negotiations is beyond explanation.

Committed to Peace embarrassingly, you ask the United States for That’s nice. This is the cliche’ line that the MILF help. The same country that we kicked out of has always used after ambushing our soldiers, the country. That would be possible if China is during a truce. These rebel groups has never not an economic powerhouse yet. But the US followed the law. Why do we keep believing is not going to touch China anymore. It is a them? manufacturing powerhouse as well as a consumer market rivalling that of the United States and No Control over their fighters Europe. If the MILF do not have control over their fighters, why are we negotiating with them? It European Influence is Bad does not make sense. President Arroyo scrapped the death penalty and impressed the Europeans. But at what price? More Violent Groups The Philippine crime is getting horrifying, with (, PHILIP- movie, Papa Frank is experienc- Did we not have a peace treaty with the MNLF criminals not afraid to commit it. The criminals PINES) – TFC@theMovies’ ing. “Iyan ang struggle ng buhay already to stop the violence in Mindanao? The are getting younger and brazen. Now, President much talked about second ko. Uunahin ko ba ang sarili ko ink has not dried up yet on the contract and Aquino is trying to sign the peace treaty with the original feature film, “EDSA o itong pamilya ko na kailangan this MILF came out fighting for their own MILF to impress the Europeans and become a Woolworth” is taking viewers ako? Sa ngayon iyan ang nara- treaty. What did the MNLF do? They attacked candidate for the Nobel peace Prize. Really? worldwide to a family’s journey ramdaman ko sa totoong buhay.” Zamboanga. Did they get punished? As far as I Let me get this straight. towards love and self-discovery (I am going through a similar know, nothing happened. The purpose of a treaty You scrap the death penalty for the worse via Pay Per View on TFC (The experience as what EDSA is. is to achieve peace, and law and order. If there is criminals and the Europeans praise you. You Filipino Channel). Should I prioritize myself or no peace and law and order does not exist, why sign a peace deal with the same group that just “EDSA Woolworth,” which my family who needs me first?). do we keep signing these treaties? massacred and murdered 44 of our soldiers and was well-received during its She adds that the lesson she So, if we sign this treaty with the MILF, it they do not even condemn the rebels. North America run and much learned from the movie was to will not bring peace because there is already this If we killed one of them in a firefight, the talked about during its recent value family. “Sa mga panahon BIFF fighting for their own deal. How many Commission on Human Rights will be calling for premiere on Philippine silver ngayong mas kailangan nila (ma- years of fighting the BIFF after this deal is signed an investigation and condemn our froces. How screen, is an endearing and gulang) tayo. Habang nandito before we sign another deal with the BIFF which come nobody from the CHR is condemning it unforgettable movie that is pa sila, habang nabubuhay sila at will invalidate this deal with the MILF? This is now? centered on an unconventional kasama natin, ibigay natin ang the reason the MNLF attacked Zamboanga. This family – the Woolworths – who nararapat sa kanila. (There will MILF deal encroaches on their deal. Getting Why? are strongly intertwined by ties be times when our parents will confused now with all these alphabet groups? I Why do we kept trying to impress Europeans? that go beyond the boundaries of need us. So while they are still assure you BIFF does not stand for Best infinitely If they love them so much, why doesn’t the language, race, culture, and even alive and here with us, we should Friends Forever. Philippines transfer all their embassies to blood. Team Woolworth as the give them what is due them.” Mindanao? Let’s see how much they love them members fondly call themselves, back? is an inspiring family composed Completing the amazing line- China’s Moves of people with varying person- up of extremely talented actors How do you solve a problem like China? Well, alities and idiosyncrasies who are Lee O’ Brian as Chad Bauer, still manage to stick together Ricci Chan as EDSA’s younger through thick and thin. What brother Bonifacio, newcomer keeps the Woolworths together, Prince Saruhan as their young- Submit ads & press releases by are their shared, stubborn affec- est brother Paco, TFC’s Adobo February 15 for the March 2015 issue. tion and respect for each other’s Nation host Lee Robin Salazar differences. as Patrick, and Princess Ryan as Playing the titular role of Shayne. Edsa Woolworth is comedienne PPV on TFC takes its view- who displayed another ers worldwide to a journey dimension in her acting chops with “EDSA Woolworth” via ittle anila Confidential and proved that she is not just its internet protocol (IPTV) L M a comedienne but a dramatic service in U.S. and Canada until EDITOR:. Jose Baking. CORRESPONDENTS: actress as well. The film reunites March 16 and in Japan, Europe, her with director John-D Laza- Australia, and New Zealand TEL: 416-945-2336 tin who also directed the first until March 21. The family film FAX: 416-363-2088 feature film of TFC@theMov- will also be available via TFC’s EMAIL: ies, “A Mother’s Story” in 2011. satellite platform available in [email protected] Pokwang as Edsa Woolworth is Australia and New Zealand from the eldest and only daughter in January 21 to 25 and from Janu- a family headed by an Ameri- ary 28 to February 1. EDSA PUBLISHED BY: Noli Gumapac Froilan Baking Jojo Taduran can father, Papa Frank (Steven Woolworth will be available Match International Group Spohn), who is torn between worldwide via TFC’s official ADDITIONAL her commitment to the family online service, TFC.tv until NOTICE and her inner desire to find her March 21. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in LM Con- CORRESPONDENTS fidential only and not for use for other publications. The exception personal happiness. For more updates, visit www. applies if the advertising material was supplied by the advertiser. Jermie San Pedro Pokwang completely under- facebook.com/KapamilyaTFC stands what EDSA is going or follow @KapamilyaTFC on www.FilipinoGoodLife.com Ed Tubale through because she admits that and Instagram. www.LMConfidential.com Sheila Bacani her own mother is experiencing Camangian youtube.com and type lmconfidential close to what her father in the 4 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 Janella stars in her own drama LAUGH series via ABS-CBN’S RESORT “OH MY G!” Honey Shot Singer-actress stars in ADEK: Will you marry me? GRO: Oo pero meron akong past? a unique love story that centers on the ADEK: Ok lang, wala naman akong future journey of an orphaned eh! teenager in ABS-CBN’s JUAN: Kahit tindero ako ng fishball, me newest feel-good drama anak ako sa Ateneo, UP at LaSalle! series titled “Oh My PEDRO: Wow, ano course? G” which began airing JUAN: Ala, titinda din ng fishball! January 19. “Unlike other JUAN: Tay, ang CORRESPONDENCE po love stories, ‘Oh My G’ is ba ay dalawang R? not purely about romance. TATAY: Gawin mo ng tatlo anak, para It is about my role Sophie’s life as a sigurado! teenager, her struggles in school, friends, JUAN:Galing nyo talaga tay, sigurista! love, and more importantly her faith,” said Sa harap ng Statue of Liberty... Janella whose character’s perfect life ITALIAN: Magnifico! is about to turn around because of the BRITISH: Brilliant! death of her parents. Janella considers AMERICAN: Amazing! PINOY: Picture! Picture! Pang-Facebook! “Oh My G” close to her heart not only for being her first starring teleserye, but also Pumasok ang isang pasyente sa klinika... because of the inspiration, lessons, and PASYENTE: Dok, tulungan nyo po ako... values it will impart to viewers especially pakiramdam ko, binabalewala ako ng mga tao! for teens like her who are too preoccupied DOKTOR: Next! with school, family, and social media. Janella added that the show was FRANK: Alam mo ba na nauutusan ko ang conceptualized through the personal aso ko na bumili ng dyaryo para sa akin! PNOY: Alam ko. request of Carmelite nuns to ABS-CBN FRANK: Pano mo nalaman? president Charo Santos-Concio, in PNOY: Knuwento sakin ng aso ko! celebration of St. Teresa of Avila’s 5th birth centenary on March. Nasalubong ng lasing ang isang fat girl na my dalang aso. Currently, Hannah is Also joining Janella in “Oh My G!” are LASING: Hoy,san mo nkuha yang baboy? taking up graphic design , Manolo Pedrosa, Sunshine BABAE: Aso to, di baboy! in school. When not in Cruz, , John Arcilla, Edgar LASING: Wag ka sumabat yung aso Allan Guzman, and . kausap ko! school or studying, she, with her sister Cassie and Maricar Reyes will also JUAN: Dok, sobra lungkot dto s mental works part-time in a appear for special participations. It is kaya sinulatan ko ang sarili ko! restaurant. We wish her, under the direction of Roni Velasco and DOCTOR: Eh ano nman sinabi mo? Paco Sta. Maria. JUAN:Ewan ko,next week ko p and her sister all the luck matatanggap eh! in their studies. Don’t miss the beginning of the newest feel-good drama series that will bring TATAY: Bakit BAGSAK ka sa exam? everyone closer to God, “Oh My G!” on JUAN:Dahil po sa pag-absent tay! Monday before “It’s Showtime” on ABS- TATAY:Absent ka nung itinuro? JUAN:Hindi po! Absent yung KATABI ko Hannah Gonzales CBN Prime-Tanghali. For more information nung exam! about “Oh My G!” log on to www.abs-cbn. com, or follow @abcbndotcom on Twitter.

FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 5 LM C Philippines NEWS House joins program vs power crisis

MANILA - The House of Representa- tee chairman Rep. Reynaldo Umali of power shortage and set a definite time- tives enlisted Wednesday as the first Mindoro Occidental and Energy Secre- table from March until July 31 only. Charo Santos- government institution to participate in tary Jericho Petilla. Belmonte called on the Senate to the Interruptible Load Program (ILP), Under the ILP scheme, large com- approve the resolution to ensure a stable Concio a program aimed at mitigating a power mercial and industrial establishments power supply this summer. ABS-CBN PRESIDENT AND CEO crisis this year. are asked to disconnect from the grid The Speaker reiterated, however, that CHARO SANTOS-CONCIO NAMED Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. and and use their own generators during the problems confronting the country’s OUTSTANDING PAULINIAN ALUMNA Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) presi- tight power supply situations to free up power industry needed lasting and long- dent and chief executive officer Oscar additional capacity for small users like term solutions. ABS-CBN President and Chief Executive Reyes signed an agreement where the households. “The transformation of the power Officer (CEO) Charo Santos-Concio was House will contribute as much as three The House in December approved industry from a monolithic structure to recently conferred the Fleur-de-lis Award, the megawatts to the grid in case of a power Joint Resolution 21, which grants Presi- one that is divided into different sectors highest form of honor given to outstanding shortfall this summer. dent Aquino special powers to address with several industry players, calls for graduates of St. Paul University Manila. “Lead by example,” Belmonte said in any power crisis. strong coordination and government According to St. Paul University Manila urging other government agencies to The House-approved HJR 21 identi- regulation in promoting a level playing President Sister Ma. Evangeline Anastacio, subscribe to the ILP. Also present during fied mitigating or remedial measures, one field as well as providing ample protec- Santos-Concio was cited for her outstanding the signing was House energy commit- of them being the ILP, on the looming tion to consumer welfare,” he said. achievements in the field of television and unwavering loyalty to her alma mater. “Charo is a true inspiration to the Paulinian community because of her exemplary achievement in her field and her commitment Worst forms of child labor persist in to uplift the human spirit through the creation of meaningful dramas and public service programs on television,” said Anastacio Philippines about Santos-Concio, who graduated with a degree in communication arts cum laude Citing a 2011 survey by the Philip- ground level and see how effective were from St. Paul University Manila in 1976. pine government and the International these policies and interventions. Did the Santos-Concio said her love for and Labor Organization, speakers at a forum people feel it? Based on what we saw, the fascination with media started even when about the child labor situation in the push factors to the child labor problem she was a young girl. And while studying at Philippines disclosed around 3 million are still there,” she added. St. Paul, she worked part-time as a voice children aged 5 to 17 remain trapped in In her presentation at the forum of talent and a host of a noontime show at a hazardous labor activities, mostly in the her group’s study last year on child labor radio station. agriculture and services sectors. in mining and plantations, Colina said “My passion to get into the media industry A survey by government a decade ear- poverty and low family income are the never died. I realized that I could actually lier showed 2.4 million Filipino children main reasons children work rather than Jeraldine Aboy, 14, tells reporters in Manila serve my country through media,” said about her experience as a child laborer at a were working in hazardous environ- go to school. Santos-Concio. “At ABS-CBN, I’m doing what sugarcane plantation on the southern island ments. Lack of high schools, the difficulty to I love to do and have always wanted to do, of Mindanao. “Despite all the efforts of government, reach schools and landlessness contribute which is to tell stories that inspire, inform, and the international community and multi- to the problem, she added. empower people. And this award means so MANILA - Millions of children in the sectoral groups, child laborers still exist,” In his keynote speech at the forum, much to me because more than anything, it Philippines continue to engage in the Anna Leah Colina of the Ecumeni- European Union Ambassador to the is an affirmation that I have had success by worst forms of labor despite a massive cal Institute for Labor Education and Philippines Guy Ledoux called on simply doing what I love.” awareness of the problem and efforts Research, one of the organizers of the governments to “implement transforma- Prior to her Fleur-de-lis Award, Santos- to address it because root causes such forum, told Kyodo News. tive development strategies that enable Concio bagged three international honors as poverty remain unaddressed, various “It’s good there are these various but their people, especially the children, to in 2014 for her outstanding leadership groups said. concerted efforts of government agen- enjoy their rights and realize their full and accomplishments as the president and cies. But, you still have to go back to the potential.” CEO of the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate. Santos Concio won the Gold Stevie Award in the Female Executive of the Year Showtime Boss: in Asia, Australia, or New Zealand category Pacquaio-Floyd deal at the prestigious Stevie Awards for Women in Business; the Gold Stevie Award for the ‘not close to being done’ Woman of the Year category for all Asia- Pacific nations (except Australia and South stressed. Korea) at the 2014 Asia-Pacific Stevie Espinoza also reacted to Top Rank Awards; and was named Asian Media chief executive Bob Arum’s assertion that Woman of the Year by ContentAsia, a an announcement of the fight was close, premier information resource that covers the saying: “Top Rank’s lawyers have said that entertainment media industry across Asia- there are significant open issues, so I don’t Pacific region. understand how Bob can conceivably be Santos-Concio, who completed an saying the fight is imminent and will be Advanced Management Program at the closed within the next couple of days.” Harvard University, was appointed CEO The executive stressed that the situation in January 2013. Prior to this, she was ABS- remains as it has been “for the last couple CBN’s president and chief operating officer of weeks;” that is, both sides are trying to since 2008. She was previously the head of make a deal. Channel 2 Mega Manila Management. “We are continuing to make progress,” Onscreen, Santos-Concio hosts ABS- Showtime executive Stephen Espinoza Speaking to Boxing Scene, Espinoza said Espinoza. “But there are meaningful CBN Channel 2’s longest-running drama made it clear that a mega-fight between made it clear that TMZ’s report was open issues.” anthology “.” She began Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather incorrect. “We can’t celebrate getting two-thirds her career in the company as a television remains far from a done deal despite “These series of reports that the fight across a minefield. You celebrate when production consultant in 1987 after working reports claiming that the bout was already is done is completely baffling to us,” said you completely cross and you are clear of as a line producer for BanCom, Audiovision, set. Espinoza, whose network, Showtime/ danger,” he added. “Right now, we are still Vanguard Films, Regal Films, and Vision TMZ reported on Saturday that the CBS, has an exclusive contract with in the minefield.” Exponents. She also worked as a film fight – expected to be the richest that Mayweather. Mayweather himself has made it clear production manager for the Experimental can be made in the sport – was already a “This deal is not close to being done that the bout has yet to be finalized via a Cinema of the Philippines. (Kane Errol “done deal.” – and everyone involved knows that,” he post on his Instagram account. Choa, ABS-CBN Corporation Integrated Corporate Communications) 6 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 “7 Things I Learned About Traffic While Cycling”

same goes for the impromptu creation of additional 5. Should you ignore the No Contact rule for lanes in any direction and for using shortcuts, such whatever reason, then stop your vehicle immediately. as the old “cut through the gas station at the corner” It’s irrelevant if the damage is invisible and you favorite. As long as you think it will help you to get are blocking EDSA during Friday rush-hour as a to your destination faster than the next man, it’s result: do not move your car for at least 30 minutes game. while you argue with the other driver and someone creates an oil painting of your vehicles in situ. 2. Change lanes often, especially in heavy traffic. Change lanes, then change back, and change lanes 6. Bus stops are for losers. Stop your bus wherever over again. You will get to your destination faster you want. Passengers appreciate an impromptu this way. Change double the number of lanes if you game of Frogger while trying to get on or off your drive a taxi. Change lanes without looking if you bus. Car drivers following behind also appreciate are driving a Jeepney or a Bus. the impromptu brake and reflex test.

3. If you drive a Jeepney, it’s fine to stop wherever 7. There is a way to gain absolute immunity from you want. Your fellow motorists won’t mind that at any traffic rules such as pesky speed limits, using all. Quite the opposite: they will honk their horns indicators, and slamming on the brakes without in appreciation of your road skills while trying to warning: simply stick the letters T, a, x and i on squeeze past you. Cyclists and pedestrians also love your car. You may also use the letters s,e,c,u,r,i,t,y or your safe and soft front bumpers that are unlikely you can switch the hazard indicators on and simply to cause any injury or death in case of a collision. barge your way through traffic. The latter approach They encourage us to move faster when you come works best if used in a convoy of multiple black hurtling towards us, training our reflexes and SUVs, preferably with a few rent-a-cops thrown When you come from a country where traffic runs in relative order, taking helping us to stay fit in the process. in for good measure. Don’t try and cheat your to the roads in Metro Manila can seem like a terrifying task at first, and way through traffic using an ambulance, though. especially so if you choose to travel by bicycle and are placing yourself at the 4. Despite looking that way most of the time, Nobody cares about those and you will just end bottom of the road user food chain as a result. Over time, however, things driving is not actually a contact sport. You are up sitting in traffic like everyone else, your siren become less scary and after a while you learn how to tune in to the frantic allowed to come within millimeters of a crash in blaring and lights flashing like an ice cream truck frequency of the road, you become one with it, and you learn how to go order to intimidate your opponents and secure your on steroids. with the relentless flow of the unstoppable metal avalanche. It’s like reaching spot on the road (remember rule 1: you HAVE Zen, on two wheels, while everyone is trying to run you over. to make use of that gap), but actual contact is These are just some of the things I noticed until Having done a few thousand kilometers on my bicycle around the Metro forbidden. You may use various intimidation tactics now and there are bound to be loads more. One by now, a number of things caught my eye over the years. So these are my to further your progress on the road, such as wildly thing is for certain: you have to be a little bit nuts seven unscientific Metro Manila traffic rules, based on observations while flashing your lights, honking your horn like a man to take to the roads here, but that’s also why I like travelling around on two wheels: possessed, or if you happen to be a VIP (Very it. Every trip is a mini adventure that allows you to Insecure Person) you can also hire a rent-a-cop on learn new road survival skills and keeps your senses 1. If there is a gap in traffic, no matter how small, you are legally required a motorbike who will tell the pesky peasants to get sharpened. to make use of it. If there is no gap, then you are allowed to make one. The out of your way.

FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 7 LM C Philippines NEWS United Airlines seeks to grow Philippine business

“We need higher fares and more rate of one per day. seats. We allocate inventory on It has also invested millions of dol- the basis of fares. Our growth is lars in domestic premium-cabin food demand-based, not price-based.” and beverage service as well as personal DANIEL WARMLY RE- Still, “The Philippines is very device entertainment which will en- CEIVED BY NETIZENS important to us, it’s a great feeder,” able passengers to stream content from noted Maria Perdon, Country Sales a library of music, TV and movies into IN “TWO WIVES” Manager. their own gadgets. While the Manila to the US So far, United is the only American There’s another reason to watch “Two route is a high volume market, high airline to offer premium-cabin flat-bed Wives,” and that is ’s Almost half a decade after the United price seats constitute only a small seats on every long-haul international character Kenjie, a popular soccer Airlines merger with Continental Air- portion of the demand. “In order to be flight to and from the continental USA. superstar who will be smitten with Janine lines, which created the world’s largest profitable, we need a good mix between This year, the airline is investing more (). airline, United is re-introducing itself to business class and economy class seats,” in service, technology and reliability. The Brazilian hunk instantly became a the Philippines. she explained. Overall, United Airlines and United top trending topic on social networking United has been operating in the But inasmuch as the first and the busi- Express operate an average of 5,055 site Twitter last Friday (Jan 16) when his country for over 30 years, with a 4 ness class seats will not sell as fast as the flights daily to 373 airports in 60 coun- character was introduced in the episode percent share of the Manila to the USA. economy seats, “The way to sell higher tries across six continents. Last year, they of the top-rating primetime series. flights. fares is to prove we have more value for operated nearly 2 million flights carrying Netizens warmly received Kenjie and But is quandary is being a high-fare that price,” Cefolia stressed. 138 million customers. said that Daniel and Erich exude a great carrier in a low-yield market. United’s This year, United is making Wi-Fi In 2014, United netted $1.97-billion chemistry. What will be Kenjie’s role in market growth depends on the availabil- available on more than 370 of its aircraft, earnings, posting 89 percent increase Janine’s life? After introducing Janine to a ity of seats in the country, where the bulk with more planes being outfitted at the year on year. fan as his girlfriend, will Kenjie pursue the of passengers fly economy class. single mom? Even before Daniel and Erich were paired in “Two Wives,” the two have Philippines already enjoyed a following. Their fans, who call themselves DanRich, first saw the two’s on-screen spark when they guested NEWS on “Kris TV” and bonded in Palawan. With this, Daniel admits that he is very Chile wants Trade Change Tax table Rice stocks go up much comfortable being around Erich. “I don’t feel so pressured with the oth- ers because I’ve already worked with MANILA - A Chilean delegation is set MANILA - The Tax Management MANILA – The country’s rice stocks Erich. She’s helping me a lot. She’s throw- to arrive in March and may initiate talks Association of the Philippines submitted improved in December, but the ing lines with me. She’s really nice. Thank for a bilateral free trade agreement with to Congress the proposed amendments government still plans to import more God because I’m comfortable with the the Philippines, Trade Secretary Gregory on the Tax Code, including a new income rice this year. people I’m working with on my first show,” Domingo said. tax table. TMAP president Rina Manuel Data from the Philippine Statistics said Daniel. “They’re [Chile] one of the most pro- said the group’s proposal presented Authority showed the country’s rice Erich, meanwhile, is very supportive of lific when it comes to FTAs [free trade a simplified yet progressive income stock inventory as of end December was Daniel in his first ever Kapamilya teles- agreements],” Domingo said. tax table. “We proposed an adjusted enough for 89 days. Rice stocks increased erye. He said Chile was the first to initiate tax base to address the bracket creep 21.6 percent to 3.03 million metric tons “It’s our first time acting together and I talks to start sectoral and comprehensive phenomenon,” she said. The bracket creep in December from 2.49 million MT a can say he is a natural. Even our direc- trade with the Philippines. phenomenon was defined by investors year ago. tor commends him. They will surely see a The Chilean trade mission is among as a situation where inflation pushes NFA earlier said it might import different Daniel here,” said the three foreign trade delegations that income into higher tax brackets resulting 600,000 metric tons of rice this year to Don’t miss “Two Wives,” weeknights will visit the Philippines in the first in increase in taxes without an actual boost the country’s buffer stocks. NFA after “Forevermore” on ABS-CBN’s Prime- quarter. The two others are the Japanese increase in real purchasing power. It calls Administrator Renan Dalisay said time Bida. For more updates, follow the delegation of small and medium enter- for a unified tax exemption to P300,000, the inter-agency council of the NFA program’s official social media accounts prises and a US trade mission. fixed taxes based on income levels and recommended the import volume. at www.facebook.com/2wivesabscbn, The Philippines, apart from having value added tax simplified. “This is the volume advised by the www.instagram.com/2wivesabscbn, at Chile as a model country for sustainable TMAP proposed an increase in taxes inter-agency council. We have a standby www.Twitter.com/2wivesabscbn or visit its mining practices, is also a big consumer on investments, particularly in capital authority to import.. but the NFA official website at www.twowives.abs-cbn. of Chilean wines. gains with tax rates of 10 percent for the Council will have the final say if we will com. first P1 million and 15 percent in excess have to import,” Dalisay said. of P1 million.

Talakayan with Congen

LEFT, Talakayan Radyo broadcasters during the interview hour with Philippine ConGen Junifer Mahilum-West on January 10, 2015. L- R: Karen Tan. ConGen J.M. West and May Cabrias. Standing: Tony A. San Juan and Rachel Cruz. CENTER, Toronto’s Talakayan Radyo broadcasters pose on January 10, 2015 with Philippine Consul General Junifer Mahilum-West at Fairchild 1430 A.M. Network Station. L-R: Nelson Galvez, Tony A. San Juan, Rachel Cruz, Karen Tan, ConGen J.M. West, May Cabrias, Bobby Achacon and producer Jess Cabrias. RIGHT, Philippine Consul General Junifer Mahilum-West with Toronto educator Tony A. San Juan at Talakayan Radyo on January 10, 2015. 8 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 on relationship secrets with John Lloyd LM C Toronto NEWS Although they are still not on their way to kumbaga hindi na settling down, Angelica Panganiban is very namin kailangan pa- happy with how her relationship with John gusapan dahil alam Lloyd Cruz is currently faring. namin kung ano ang To date, it is believed that their almost totoo, alam namin ‘Glamorosa Fashion with a three-year relationship is John Lloyd’s longest. kung ano ang per- Angelica shared that the secret perhaps sonal sa amin. And I Cause’ rocks Toronto! lies in the fact that they are both mature in think hindi rin kasi handling their romance. nagiging showbiz “Siguro mature kaming dalawa sa lahat ng ang relasyon namin. TORONTO (December 28, 2014) – “Foremost, I would like to thank a aspeto. Parang ang hirap ng i-explain. Hindi ko Siguro sa mga past relationships ko din, ‘yun din With Mia Parese collections and Qin million times my dearest mentor and talaga siya ma-explain eh. Siguro maganda lang siguro ang naging lesson sa akin na mas maganda Winter Jackets highlighting the two- event director Ms. Sheng Maligsay for din talaga ‘yung naging simula nung relationship. kapag mas tahimik ako,” she explained. hour display of elegant gowns and winter all the dedication and efforts that she put Naging sobra kaming okay na magkaibigan. Nag- Another reason possible reason why they apparels by into this event. Our ‘Angel Models’ that ing swak na swak kami sa isa’t-isa. Gets ko siya, jell so well together is the fact that they share a the fabulous include: Richel Biscayada, Lea Santiago, gets niya ako,” she said. similar passion for the arts. ‘Anghel ng Joan Dillera, Marichue dela Cruz, Daisy According to her, they both know each “Actually mas mahilig siya talaga. Ako naman Tahanan’ Peralta, Ever Mae Bernabe, Annie Rose other well that there are times when they kasi nakaka-appreciate lang ako and malaking models, the Nebres, sheila Calica, Lyn Mendoza, no longer need to explain themselves to one bagay ‘yun sakanya ‘yung na-a-appreciate ko kung another. ano ‘yung mga gusto niya and ganon din sa akin,” ‘Glamorosa Jemalyn Dancel, Maricel “May mga interviews kami na napapanood na said Angelica. Fashion with Ermube, Aniza Valenzona, a Cause’ and Shamaine Jalos,” Ms. event was a Elle Dridge said. big success as Entertainment (L-R) Star Creatives head Malou Santos, ABS- the cozy Le was provided by CBN broadcast head Cory Vidanes, John Lloyd Passion Lounge Ms. Jujelyn Brown Cruz, and ABS-CBN president and CEO Charos Santos-Concio managed and of PTAC, and operated now Justin Lima of the by Rodolfo Krossover Band. JOHN LLOYD Passion was full The organizers also to the rafters thanked members Saturday night. of the PPCO who STICKS WITH ABS- Producer covered the event Elle Dridge led by Joe Damasco, CBN. expressed elation over the success of her Ariel Ramos, Larry Matinee idol ended the speculations that he will leave his home network as he re- first venture at the fashion world and Torres, Bong newed a three-year contract with ABS-CBN this Thursday (Jan 22). Aside from his sitcom “Home thanked all her sponsors “The Philippine Molano, Paul Guevarra. Sweetie Home,” John Lloyd revealed that his new contract includes both TV and movie projects. Courier, Za- han Zach Khursigara & MC was TPC’s “There are a lot of good projects in store for me and I am very excited,” the actor said. Though he did not fully give out the details on his upcoming projects, John Lloyd disclosed that he will be Mayles Khursigaraga of Mia Parese MonDee. (Photos working once again with and on the big screen. He also shared that it designs, Daniel Davies and Lainey Li by Larry Torres and would also be nice to work with again in a movie. Present during the contract sign- of Qin Winter Jackets, A& LMake-up, Joey Baking of LM ing were ABS-CBN president and CEO Charo Santos-Concio, broadcast head Cory Vidanes, Star Alexis Ledgister and Lesley, Hairstylist Confidential) Creatives head Malou Santos, consultant Johny Manahan, and talent management & development center managing director Mariole Alberto. Raquel and her sister.

FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 9 LM C Little Manila FILIPINO NEWS WORLDWIDE Mongolia convicts 2 Filipino Filam in The OUT ON BAIL. Deniece Cornejo and Cedric mining execs of tax evasion Lee, both accused of the January 2014 maul- Fosters ing of comedian-host . prosecutors’ statement HOLLYWOOD – 2015 promises to said. Suspect in Vhong Na- be a good year for Asian-American SouthGobi Re- faces on TV as several shows sources has denied varro mauling arrested continue to feature diverse talents. wrongdoing. One of them is Filipino American MANILA, Philippines – More than a year since Kapla, a former actress-singer Ashley Argota. the mauling of comedian-host Vhong Navarro, president and ex- one of the suspects accused of the attack has In 2014, Argota was ecutive director of been arrested late Sunday, January 25. Busi- introduced in the ABC SouthGobi Sands, nessman Ferdinand Guerrero was arrested by Family ‘The Fosters’. Her Cajucom, and David agents of the National Bureau of Investigation character is “Lou”, had been forbidden (NBI) inside the penthouse of Ritz condominium the feisty lead from leaving Mongo- in Makati City around 10:30 pm. Guerrero, singer and who has a standing arrest warrant over the lia for more than two bandmate of January 2014 beating of Navarro, had tried years amid suspicions “Brandon” played ULAN BATOR—A Mongolian court on to disguise himself and used different cars and the company had failed to pay sufficient by David Lambert. Friday found three former executives of condominium units to evade arrest, NBI Anti taxes. Illegal Drugs Unit chief Eric Isidro said. “It’s been a lot a foreign-owned mining company—who In November, the Office of the United “He tried to disguise himself by growing of fun… some crazy included two —guilty of tax eva- Nations High Commissioner for Human facial hair. Before the warrant of arrest was drama, intense, intense sion and sentenced them to more than five Rights registered a claim against the Mon- issued against him, he was sporting a clean things happening in the years each in prison, prosecutors said. golian state on Kapla’s behalf. look,” Isidro added. For two months, NBI agents first part of Season 2,” The court in this Mongolian capital de- followed Guerrero’s movements until he was she said. livered the guilty verdicts and prison terms arrested at the Ritz condominium, where he The Fil-Am star, who turned 22 last on Philippine nationals Hilarion Cajucom Communication issues was temporarily staying. “[Guerrero] was rich, month, said she is happy to be a and Cristobal David and Justin Kapla, a he could stay in different condominium units in part of a show that celebrates and US citizen, according to a statement from The US Embassy in Ulan Bator swiftly Metro Manila. He doesn’t drive the same car and keeps on changing it,” Isidro said. promotes diversity. the Capital City’s Attorney’s Office. issued a statement after the trial, saying it was marred by communication issues. The arrest comes 9 months after Guerrero, “My character is a high school Kapla and David received sentences businessman Cedric Lee, Lee’s sister Bernice, dropout who is the lead singer of of five years and 10 months each, while “Several embassy officials attended the trial, including Ambassador Piper Camp- model Deniece Cornejo, Zimmer Raz, JP Calma, the band; who is really stubborn Cajucom got five years and six months, it and Jed Fernandez were charged with grave and sassy, has a mind of her own said. There was no immediate word of an bell, and noted that there were inter- coercion over the attack on the television host. and doesn’t let anybody push her appeal. pretation problems during the trial,” the The Taguig City Regional Trial Court issued the around. It’s so rare that you get to The verdict is likely to send a chilling statement said. warrants of arrest against the accused on April see an Asian girl get to play that message to foreign investors in Mongolia, “Because of these problems, the de- 11. The NBI arrested Lee and Raz on April 26 because usually we’re the super where the once high-flying economy has fendants stated during the trial that they in a resort in Eastern , while Cornejo sur- rendered in May after weeks of evading arrest. smart girl or the sidekick and things been badly hit by a collapse in foreign could not understand the interpretation, nor could they express themselves clearly.” Meanwhile, Guerrero attempted to leave the like that. So I’m very grateful for the investment and in commodity prices. Philippines two days after the charges were show for giving me the opportunity Mongolia, for decades a tightly-con- The statement said the length of the case and the exit ban had led to “enormous filed against him. Immigration authorities inter- to play such a great character,” she trolled Soviet satellite, shook off com- cepted Guerrero and barred him from leaving said. munism a quarter century ago but has hardship” for Kapla and that the embassy for Hong Kong. Cornejo, Lee, and Raz are cur- Argota got her big break in 2008 struggled to cash in on its rich natural “will continue to monitor the situation rently out on bail. Guerrero is now held inside as a regular cast member of the bounty amid political disputes and re- closely.” the NBI detention facility. Nickelodeon series “True Jackson, source nationalism. The Great Hural, Mongolia’s parlia- The mauling of Navarro occurred on January VP”. Last year, her childhood dream The three were all former executives ment, voted in November to dismiss the 22 last year at a unit in Forbeswood Heights Condominium in Taguig City. of being in a Disney TV movie was of mining company SouthGobi Sands, previous prime minister after he was realized when she was cast in “How a Mongolia-registered but foreign-con- accused of cronyism and failing to address to Build a Better Boy”. trolled business that operates the Ovoot growing economic problems. A new gov- She also has a recurring television Tolgoi coal mine, which extracts and sells ernment has been formed. show “Lab Rats”. the resource to customers in China. The landlocked country wedged be- With more new episodes of The SouthGobi Sands is 100-percent owned tween giants China and Russia enjoyed PanasonicFor GH2 Sale (NO BOX) Fosters set to air this year, Argota by Toronto- and Hong Kong-listed world-beating economic growth in recent years, peaking at 17.5 percent in 2011 on + 14-45 lens (WITH BOX) $650 is looking forward to revealing more SouthGobi Resources, according to the Camera, charger, about her character. SouthGobi Resources website. the back of a boom in exports of resources, extra battery The show, which is about a family Canada’s Turquoise Hill Resources, ma- mainly coal, copper and iron ore. of foster biological siblings being jority owned by British-Australian multi- But a new foreign investment law put raised by a lesbian couple, has national Rio Tinto, owns a major stake in off investors and economic expansion Call won a critical acclaim for its realistic SouthGobi Resources, the website said. slowed to 5.3 percent in the first half of 416-945-2336 depiction of a modern American SouthGobi Sands was fined 35.3 billion last year, while the country faces rising family. tugriks ($18.2 million, P800 million) “to inflation and a falling currency. compensate for loss from the state,” the

10 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 Eula Valdes joins cast of

Viewers of GMA Network’s The Half Sisters, the Phil- The Half Sisters. ippines’s number one daytime show today, will have all From its unique the more reason to stay glued to their favorite After- premise to its noon prime series as veteran actress Eula Valdes joins unpredictable plot the cast, bringing an interesting twist to the story. twists and sympa- Eula will play the role of Ysabela Zuñiga, the rich thetic characters in haciendera who saves Benjie ( ) from an complicated story accident that left him suffering from post traumatic arcs, is what makes experience. She will do anything to fight her love for the show the num- Benjie whatever it takes. ber one daytime Eula says she is very thrilled to join the cast of the drama. And things network’s top-rating series and to work again with get more exciting Director Mark Reyes. “Excited ako to work with Direk as Ms Eula Valdes Mark Reyes again whom I worked with the first time I as Ysabela Zuñiga transferred to GMA via years ago. And of joins the already course I’m delighted to be part of the #1 daytime soap stellar cast led by nationwide.” , Jomari She is likewise very delighted to reunite with Jean Yllana, , , Thea Tolentino, Garcia and share the screen with her good friend in the and Andre Paras. The iconic rivalry program. They last worked together in the network’s Pi- of Jean and Eula will once again be enjoyed by local au- noy version of the Koreanovela All About Eve in 2009. diences in the next chapter of the consistent top-rating “Of course, I’m also looking forward to work with my afternoon prime show of GMA.” original loveteam Jean Garci. Yun ang lokohan namin Meanwhile, The Half Sisters is still the uncontested before na kami ang magka-loveteam.” number 1 daytime drama soap nationwide, according Reyes couldn’t be more proud of the program’s suc- to data of the industry’s widely trusted ratings service cess since its pilot airing last year. He is very happy for provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement. Expect the Filipinos’ overwhelming support for his program more revelations and twists as the drama continues in which explores the phenomenon about hetero-paternal The Half Sisters, which airs worldwide via GMA’s flag- superfecundation. ship international channel, GMA Pinoy TV. “A good script and a great cast. That is the formula of

PCCF Induc- Berlane Xo “Come to my tion of Officers By Fe P. Taduran World” Music Video Launch The Philippine Canadian Charitable Foun- dation (PCCF) recently had the Induction of its Officers and Foundation Leaders for 2015-2016 at the Delta Toronto East Date: February 28, Hotel. 2015 @ 8pm, Inducted into office by Consul General and Ambassador-Designate for Jordan, Venue: forty2supper- Junever Mahilum-West, were: President, Romeo Rafael; Executive Vice-President, club Rosemer Enverga; Vice-President External, Toronto ON- Canadian soul singer Gloria Rafanan; Vice-President Internal, Berlane XO will be premiering the video Mario Alpuerto; Executive Secretary, Lita for her recent hit single “Come to my Leano; Assistant Secretary, Gloria Salva- world” off her debut album scheduled to dor; Treasurer, Vida Cruz; Assistant Trea- be release later on this year. surer, Ethel Panganiban; Internal Auditor, The music video was filmed in the Danio Penuliar; Public Relations Officer, beautiful Las Vegas and showcases Ber- Fe Paca-Taduran; Business Managers: Bing lane XO for the first time. Marasigan, Noemi Milanes, Pors Canlas, Berlane XO is expecting a large crowd Kriss Jones; Social Media Director, Chona tured her on his popular radio program America. of entertainers, music industry executives, Stinson; Assistant Social Media Director, which airs on 89.4fm (City Lock Radio). “This is the fastest I have ever seen an journalists and corporate sponsors. The June Javier; Community Liaison Direc- He spoke about her on the radio artist connect with the listeners in such a mix of people at the luxurious forty2sup- tors: Ben N. Ferrer, Mila Lupango, Lizby while engaging with listeners saying “her short period of time” says award winning perclub venue will create an exquisite Eronico; Youth Development Director, unique sound is very diverse and how she radio presenter Catman. social experience. Joey Abrenilla; Sports Director, Alex Dooc; is able to sing over numerous genres”. Visit www.berlanexo.com to view the The venue brings an exciting, energetic Assistant Sports Director, Frank Crawford; DJ Doco Ranks also featured Berlane “come to my world” music teaser. and high spirited atmosphere. The hosts Sargeant-at-Arms: Primo Milanes, Alex XO on his popular radio program on For further information, booking serving will wear masquerades to bring Saroca, Fidel de Guzman; Foundation Stingdem Radio FM in Birmingham requests or to arrange an interview with out the dark, sexy, mysterious, power of Leaders: Fred Tomas, Ann Nacorda, Mitz UK. Berlane XO please contact: the “Come to my World” music video. Canlas, Sena Flores, Tony Leano, Rebecca Since being featured on UK radio, Ber- Samantha Deschamps by phone The single has been blowing up the Rafael, Arnold Cruz, Marita Enriquez, lane XO has been getting show bookings 647-520-7133 or by email at bookings@ airwaves in the UK making playlist from Cristina Ferrer, Rodolfo Perez, Jr., Jojo Ta- and artist collaborations requests from sqrecords.com London, England to Birmingham. duran, Felipe Rafanan, Nhitz Calvez, Zeny hip hop artists in the UK reggae artists in UK’s award winning DJ Catman fea- Crescini, Benjamin Escobar, Ron Panta- Jamaica and hip hop and RnB artists in leon; and Adviser: Jaime Marasigan. Special guests were Canada Minister of Finance, Joe Oliver, first Filipino-Canadian Senator, Tobias (Jun) Enverga, Jr., Consul General & Ambassador-Designate, Junever Mahilum-West and community leaders, members of the media and friends. PCCF is now gearing up for the Pinoy Fiesta & Trade Show sa Toronto to be held at the Metro-Toronto Convention Centre on June 27, 2015. Those interested are invited to to register as candidates for the PCCF Pageants (Miss Philippines Canada, Little Miss Philippines Canada and Mrs Philip- pines Canada) or as Trade Show vendors. For more information or any inquiries, please email [email protected] and / Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation officers and members pose for apicture after their induction. or [email protected]. FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 11 LM C Philippines NEWS DTI urges speedy passage of Competition Law MANILA - Trade and Industry Secretary entrepreneurial spirit, encourage private surely protect local firms. Undersecretary Gregory L. Domingo has asked Congress investments, facilitate technology transfer,” Reyes is also the DTI Head for ASEAN/ for the speedy passage of the Competition Domingo said. APEC SME Trade Facilitation. Law with penalty provision that is pegged The proposed measures in both Houses Meanwhile, included in both DTI’s based on the of Congress will create an independent and DOJ’s wishlist is to make penalties size of the erring commission tasked to implement the proportional to the size of the violating firm Max open to company. competition law. At the same time, it instead of pegging it in absolute amounts. Domingo recognizes the valuable work of the Senate Bill No. 2882 entitled “An Act possibility of made this call as Department of Justice- Office for Promoting Fair Competition to Protect House Bill No. Competition (OFC) (presently designated Consumer Welfare, Advance Domestic 5286 is now on as the government’s competition authority and International Trade and Sustained falling in love second reading. as mandated by Executive Order No. 45) Economic Development by, Among Its counterpart and other government agencies in enforcing Others, Regulating Monopolies, Anti- with Geoff bill in the Senate the competition policies of the government. Competitive Agreements, Abuse of has already been The DOJ-Office for Competition shall Dominant Position and Anti-Competitive plays her most mature role approved also on third reading last year continue to investigate and prosecute all Mergers, Establishing the Fair Competition to date in “Kailan Ba Tama ang Mali?” through the sponsorship of Senator Paolo criminal offenses arising under this Act and Commission and Appropriating Funds that starts airing February 9 on GMA7’s Benigno Aquino IV. other competition-related laws. Therfor, And Other Purposes,” is authored Afternoon Prime to replace “Ang Lihim ni An- DTI Undersecretary Prudencio M. “Enactment by Congress of such measure by Senators Sergio Osmena III, Teofisto nasandra”. “Unfaithful wife ako rito ni Geoff Reyes, head of the Department of Trade will ensure of a strong and more permanent Guingona III, Miriam Defensor-Santiago, Eigenmann,” she says. “I will fall for my boss, and Industry Legislative Liaison, reported government office, the present office is only JV Ejercito Estrada, Antonio Trillanes IV Dion Ignacio, and I’m supposed to have that the host of 14 congressmen authoring created by an executive order,” Reyes said. and Paolo Benigno Aquino IV. love scenes with both Geoff and Dion. Kaya the bill from various political affiliations, “An understanding of the market conditions House Bill No. 5286 entitled “Promoting nag-workshop kaming tatlo before taping especially the speaker himself and former is critical to the effective enforcement of a National Competition Policy for the started, to make sure mawala ang inhibitions President highlight the importance of the competition laws and policy,” Domingo Philippines, Prohibiting Anti-Competitive namin sa isa’t isa.” bill at the House of Representatives. said. Practices in Restraint of Trade, Abuse of How’s it working with them? “I’ve worked Domingo said that past measures “The mandate of the Department is two- Dominant Position, Unfair Competition, with Dion in ‘Inamorata’ so we’re used to undertaken to liberalize key sectors of the edged, to promote business at the same Establishing the Philippine Competition each other. Si Geoff naman is easy to get economy need to be reinforced by measures time regulate it. A competition law will Commission, Appropriating Funds along with and he’s a very good actor, so that safeguard competitive conditions. add coherence and balance to the market. Therefor, and for Other Purposes,” is walang problema. Matagal na rin kaming “A competition law will level the playing With the onset of ASEAN integration in principally authored by Speaker Feliciano magkakilala as we have the same manager, field especially for micro, small, and the next few weeks, the need to put in place Belmonte Jr. and former President and Perry Lansigan.” medium firms that are at a disadvantage in such mechanism is more compelling.” now Congresswoman Gloria Macapagal- She’s currently being linked to Pancho the market place in reference to competing Regional integration will open up the Arroyo. Magno but she swears they’re just good with the big firms. There is a need to provide Philippine market to the nine ASEAN friends and she’s still very much unattached. equal opportunities to all to promote markets, and a competition law in place will So now that Geoff has broken up with , is it possible for them to fall for each other? “In life, anything is possible. Hindi naman sarado ang puso ko and we Philippines can’t foretell the future. But it’s still too early. Mas mabuting maging friends muna kami NEWS while doing this show.” Does Geoff still look depressed after his breakup? “No, I can say mukhang happy na Spain’s new aid PALACE - No truth Indonesia to build siya. Mukhang naka-move on na.” Panel PH ships She just renewed her contract with GMA MANILA - Spain is designing a new for another three years and she’s very program in the Philippines that will happy with the first project given to her. MANILA - Flag Officer-in-Command allow corporations to avail of soft loans. MANILA - Malacanang said there may “Maganda itong ‘Kailan Ba Tama ang Mali’ Vice Admiral Jesus Millan said Indonesia is “We are designing new tools that will be no need to form a truth commission and happy rin ako na ito ang first project building two ships for P3.87 billion to serve help the Philippines,” Ambassador Luis on the Palace’s botched Mamasapano ko for this year. I’m also glad to be re- as floating command center with heliports. Calvo said. He said the four new tools operation as suggested by Senator united with Empress Schuck. Actually, we’ve “The Philippine Navy is expecting the first being proposed by a working group Teofisto Guingona III, saying there was worked na before nung pareho pa kaming and second Strategic Sealift Vessels (SSV) included program based-aid, financial a need to form a “unified view” of the nasa ABS in ‘Rosalka’. Nagkontrabida ako to be delivered not later than May 2016 and cooperation, private-public partnership incident. sa kanya roon. Ngayon, siya naman ang May 2017, respectively,” he said. and joint programming with the “Maybe they should study carefully if magiging other woman ni Geoff dito sa On November 18, 2014, the Navy said the European Union delegation. that will be a beneficial step because there ‘Kailan Ba Tama ang Mali?’ Masarap siyang Department of National Defense (DND) As of end 2014, Spanish development is already a board of inquiry. There is also katrabaho dahil mahusay siyang aktres at declared Persero as the “single calculated assistance amounted to 270.397 million an executive commission [of the Moro very professional kaya mapipilitan ka to responsive bidder” for the sealift acquisition euros, with 90 percent in the form of Islamic Liberation Front],” Coloma said also give your best.” grants. in an interview over government radio. project.

Thorncliffe Christmas Celebration TORONTO ON - A Christmas Eve Mass celebration through the eyes of the children from the Thorncliffe Park Neighbourhood area. In the early afternoon of December 24th, at the Blessed Edith Stein Catholic Church, the children presented a “Christmas Play” to the congregation as they performed and portrayed their roles as Jesus, Mary, Joseph, the Angels & Shepherds and welcomed the arrival of the three Biblical Kings, Melchor, Gaspar and Baltazar, who offered the Baby Infant Jesus with the “Gifts from the Magi”, gold, myrrh and frankensence. At the end of the Mass, to their delight, each child received a loot bag filled with toys & goodies. 12 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 PCCF INDUCTION Consul-generla Junever Mahilum-West inducts the officers and members of the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation last January 10 at the Delta Hotel.

Remembering Flor Vendiola

Mel galeon held a mass and get together for his late wife Flor Vendiola, also his co- founder ot FV Foods. LEFT, The Philippine Chamber of Commerce Toronto showed their support for Mel Galeon. RIGHT, Mel Galeon, Rosemer and husband, Senator Tobias Enverga and Philip Beloso paid their respects.

Father Francis Alilio’s Birthday

FIRST, Father Alilio blows the candles on his cake. SECOND, Hannah poses with Maria Panaligan. THIRD, Singer Maria Panaligan poses with celebrant Father Alilio. FOURTH, maria, her mom Genelie poses with fellow singer Chyrell Samson.

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Drs. Solon and Josephine Guzman had their 17th Annual Christmas Party with their associates, em- “Hindi ako ployees and their families. As always, the food was flowing and sumptuous, the music was lively and kagalingang fun was in the air. The roast beef was really, really delicious. Of course, Christmas will not be com- mag- plete if there was no Santa Claus for the children. Everyone was happy at the end of the night. English,” Marian Rivera

“Kapag hindi ka magaling mag-In- gles... ibig sabihin ba nun, bobo ka?” Ito ang naging pahayag ni Marian Rivera sa panayam sa kanya ng Ka- puso Mo, Jessica Soho na ipinalabas kamakailan. Sa naturang episode, ipinakita ang pagbisita ni Marian sa De La Salle University-Dasmariñas, sa Cavite, kung saan siya nagtapos ng kursong B.S. Psychology. Kaugnay nito, pahayag ni Marian, “Para maka-graduate ka ng Psych sa isang magandang eskuwelahan... walang bobong tao na nakaka- graduate ng Psych.” Pagkatapos ay inamin ng Kapuso Primetime Queen na hindi siya bihasa sa pagsasalita ng Ingles. “Alam kong mahirap dahil nami- misinterpret, but ako, aaminin ko, hindi ako kagalingang mag-English.” Gayunman, idiniin ni Marian na hin- di ito dapat maging basehan para sukatin ang katalinuhan ng isang tao. Aniya, “Kapag hindi ka magaling mag-Ingles, pero maprinsipyo ka sa buhay mo, kapag mahal kang anak, mabait kang kaibigan, ibig sabihin ba nun, bobo ka? “Parang ang sakit lang isipin at sana maging malawak ang pag- iisip ng tao tungkol sa definition ng isang pagiging matalinong tao. “Kasi para sa akin, ang matalinong tao, e, marunong dumiskarte sa buhay.” Dagdag pa ni Marian, “Aanhin ko ang kagalingan sa pag-i-Ingles kung hindi na- man ako marun- ong dumiskarte at hindi ako mapagmahal sa mga magu- lang ko, o na- kakalimutan ko ang mga kaibigan ko? “Kung ang defi- nition ng pagig- ing matalino a y mag-Eng- lish lang, ‘wag n a lang akong maging ma- talino.” 14 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 Drs. Solon & Josephine Guzman Empress Schuck admits acting CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION skills were honed in ABS-CBN

hayag pa niya. Wala namang ini- expect na masyado si Empress sa nilipatan niya except, “Sana ituring nila akong kapamilya kahit kapuso na ako… parang ang labo… ha-ha-ha!” Action Honda’s General Manager Rafael Nebres and Dealer Principal Philip sabay tawa niya. So, receiving the 25 Years Milestone of Excellence Service Awards to Honda “I mean, sana alagaan automobile customers in Canada. Giving the Award is Gary Gill, Honda Cana- nila ako, kasi siyempre da Central Zone Manager (left of Nebres) and Craig Simpson, Honda Canada Retail Sales consultant (right of Nebres)Also in the picture are Action Honda’s kapag inalagaan nila Sales force, from left Philip Shao, Gani Gregorio, Kenny Lo, Ali Asgure, Philip ako, aalagaan ko rin sila So (dealer Principal) and Geoffrey Tsang (first from the right). at magiging loyal din ako,” makahulugan niyang pahayag. Masaya din si Empress ‘Bagets’ star Cheska na muli niyang nakatra- Sumabak na kaagad ang baho sa bagong show Iñigo thinks that stars dating Kapamilya actress na niya ang former Kapamilya si Empress Schuck sa daring actress na si Max Collins. Huling now have it easy role at pagiging kontrabida nagsama ang dalawa sa TV sa unang programa niya na series na Rosalka ng ABS-CBN. Kailan Ba Tama Ang Mali sa Former child star Cheska Iñigo revealed to Walang Tulugan how ibang network. Bago umalis she thinks that the actors of this generation are very lucky to be sa ABS-CBN ay napasama pa Is Ash Ortega pampered and taken care of. si Empress sa Huwag Ka Lang the next Megan “Ang suwerte, suwerte, suwerte Mawawala, series ni Judy Ann nila. Palagi ko ‘yan sinasabi ‘pag Santos. Young? gumagawa ako ng soap or movie, “Kabado ako, kasi parang always ko sinasabi sa mga bata, ‘Oh my God, ginawa niya alam niyo ang suwerte suwerte iyon?’ Natural lang naman yung niyo…” she shared. ganu’ng pakiramdam. Kasi Cheska, who began her showbiz nu’ng nasa ABS-CBN ako, hindi career at twelve years old, shared naman ako naging daring do’n, how they had to be more indepen- hindi pa ako nakipag-kissing dent then. scene, ngayon ko lang talaga “… Nung panahon namin, fend ‘yon ginawa,” umpisa niyang for yourself. Fend for yourself pahayag sa PUSH. talaga,” she added. Naikuwento rin ng aktres They didn’t get to enjoy the kung paano siya nagpaalam perks and luxuries that teenage stars now get to experience. “Wala sa ABS-CBN bago lumipat sa kaming acting coach on the set… Dapat alam mo ‘yung material mo. ibang network. Darating ka sa set, alam mo ‘yung linya mo, alam mo ‘yung expecta- “Kinausap ni Tita Becky It’s the season of beauty pag- tion sa ‘yo kasi pagdating mo dun, kung ‘di mo alam, uso pa nun (Aguila) ang ABS, kung anong eants! Sa katatapos lang na Miss ‘yung napapagalitan ka talaga eh. Nasisigawan, among other things. plano sa akin. They told us to Universe 2014 at Miss World 2014, Ngayon, wala nang ganun,” she said. hindi maikakaila ang pagkahilig wait, kung willing daw kam- at pagsuporta ng mga Pinoy sa Young stars now have people at their beck and call, get to take ing maghintay, eh, di okey ganitong patimpalak. Mayroon breaks in comfortable environments and even request for food that daw. Pero kung may offer nga bang inihahandang pambato they like. naman daw, go naman daw. ang GMA para sumali sa prestiyo- “Dati wala kaming standby area, walang tent, walang aircon. song beauty contests? So nagpaalam naman kami Isa sa mga maaring sumali sa Hanap ka ng puno, puwesto ka. Ang laki laki ng difference talaga,” nu’ng nag-offer na yung GMA. ganitong competitions ay ang she declared. Nagpaalam kami and okey lang 5’5” young beauty from La Union That said, Cheska tries to establish a relationship with her naman daw, so, siguro ‘yon na na si Ash Ortega. younger co-stars now and help them see how lucky they are to be in Nakapanayam ng GMANet- yung sign talaga,” pagre-recall work.com si Ash sa katatapos the position they’re in. pa ng aktres. lamang na press conference “[Pinagsasabihan ko sila kung kailangan]. Ginagawa ko talaga. Sa pag-alis ni Empress sa ng Kailan Ba Tama Ang Mali?, So ‘pag may nakikita ako [na puwedeng itama, I tell them], kasi I ABS-CBN hindi raw maiwasang at tinanong namin ang young like to build that relationship with them. Kailangan talaga eh,” she actress kung interesado ba syang may mga nami-miss din siya sa sumali sa mga beauty pageants. concluded. dating home network. Ayon sa dalaga, “Actually gusto “Ang nami-miss ko sa kabila ko Miss World e, not Binibini[ng is yung pagiging komportable Pilipinas]”. Pagapapaliwanag ni Ash, mas ko siguro. Kasi do’n talaga, gusto daw niyang lumahok sa PNP to public: Please respect alam ko na kung saan ako Miss World dahil may foreign our uniform pupunta, kung sino ang kakau- blood (Chinese, Spanish and Ger- sapin ko, hindi ko na kailangan man) sya, at mas Filipina beauty naman daw ang mga sumasali sa The Philippine National Police leadership yesterday asked anew the public to show ng alalay. Eh, dito medyo Binibing Pilipinas. full respect to their uniform and avoid making moves that will place the police nangangapa pa ako… kahit Dati nang nag-compete si Ash uniform in a bad light amid the brouhaha created by the so-called “Diaper Patrol” anong galaw ko, tatanungin ko abroad to represent our country during the recent papal visit which, according to the men behind it, was just a social pa rin.” sa Figure Skating competitions experiment. kaya hindi na bago sa kanya ang Pictures of the “Diaper Patrol” in which men in uniform wearing adult diapers Proud namang sinabi ni sumali sa international contests. sans their pants and mistaken to be police officers in patrol drew flak from the police Empress na ang mga natutunan Recently, sinubukan din niya ang organization which has been feted for its role in ensuring the successful five-day visit niya sa ABS-CBN especially sa Muay Thai. Sa parehong disci- of Pope Francis. Senior Superintendent Robert G. Po, spokesperson of the Office acting ay dala-dala niya saan pline na kanyang nakahiligan ay of the Chief PNP, called on the citizenry, particularly the netizens, and members of kailangan ng matinding ensayo, the movie and television industry not to turn the Philippine police into a perennial man siya magpunta. diet, at exercise. Preparations na laughingstock. “We should all be circumspect, sensitive when it comes to portraying “Mas nahasa talaga ako ba niya ito para sumali sa beauty our policemen, majority of which are keeping to their sworn duty to serve and protect doon (ABS-CBN). Napakalaki pageants in the future? as what happened during the papal visit,” Po said. ng utang na loob ko sa kanila “Right now, I’m sixteen years He also thanked the local movie and television industry for accepting their calls old. Sobrang young pa ako para to stop making movies and TV series which feature actors playing roles of bumbling at ang dami-dami kong natu- mag-decide. Siguro if I’m at the cops like the movies on “Pulis Patola” in the past. PNP Public Information Office tunan don… At saka siguro, right age... if I’m twenty plus na, head Chief Supt. Wilben M. Mayor earlier clarified the men in the viral photos are malaking bagay at tulong na dun na ‘yung tama kong pag- not policemen as he slammed the publicity stunt. “We do not do experiments like rin na nag-start kasi ako seven iisip to join the pageant. Pero that, as I already stated before, policemen did not wear diapers. May I request that right now dito lang muna ako you focus on the positive side rather than the negative,” he said. One of the actions, years old pa lang. nagfo-focus kasi dito (acting) ako he said is the strict enforcement of the PNP Oplan Tamang Bihis which called on the “At saka sa ABS, ibang klase masaya,” paglilinaw ni Ash. police to go after non-police members wearing police uniforms and accoutrements. ang workshop do’n. Matindi Nang itanong naman kung siya Charges for usurpation of authority and unlawful use of insignias can be filed talaga… Mas natatatakan kasi ang next na after against non-PNP personnel who will be found wearing police uniforms. Policemen five years, “Maybe, sana...sana,” found wearing improper uniforms will also face administrative charges don (ABS-CBN), eh. Parang anya ng dalaga. The order was also aimed at preventing criminals and other unauthorized persons do’n ko nagawa yung mga from easily buying PNP uniforms and other gadgets and paraphernalia that can be mabibigat na role, eh,” pa- used in illegal activities. FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 15 CarinaDebut Anne Bugarin

“Papanindigan ko ‘to and I will be strong. I will walk on my own.” - Heart on her bridal march Hinandugan si ng isang bouquet ng kanyang paboritong mga bulaklak na hydrangeas ng kanyang mga Startalk co- hosts na sina , Lolit Solis, Ricky Lo, at Butch Francisco habang kinakamusta ang kanyang mga wedding preparations. Dalawang linggo na lang at ikakasal na si Heart kay Senator Chiz Escudero. Ibinahagi ni Heart na handa na ang lahat, pero may mga pinaplantsa pa silang ilang malilit na detalye. “All set na, pero marami pa rin kailangang gawin. Tulad kanina, mga thank you cards na never ending,” aniya. Busy din si Heart sa pagaasikaso sa mga kaibigan at kamag-anak niyang darating mula sa ibang bansa. Carina Anne Bugarin celebrated her debut with parents Samantala, isang araw bago ang kasal, Rodel and Arlene and her brother, with other family and ise-celebrate naman ni Heart and kanyang friends. It was a lovely night that everyone enjoyed. The pro- 30th birthday. Hindi man siya mahilig mag party, pero nais niyang ibahagi ang huling gram moved so swiftly that everyone was on their feet after araw ng kanyang pagiging single, kasama the 18 roses and candles. She entertained the crowd with ang kanyang mga mahal sa buhay. her talent for music by playing the drums with the band. All “For the rest of our lives, kaming dalawa na in all, it was a night to remember. [ni Sen. Chiz] eh. For that night, it will be with everybody,” sabi ni Heart. Masayang-masaya naman si Heart para sa nalalapit nilang pag-iisang dibdib ni Sen. Chiz. “Sa tagal ko na din na nag-aartista, marami din akong naging blessings sa showbiz. Pero iba rin pala kapag meron kang solid home that you know you can go to no matter what. Kapag ayaw ka na ng tao, may nagmamahal pa din sayo. That’s the only thing that matters,” paliwanag nito. Nagkita naman sila ng kanyang ina na si Cecile Ongpauco, ngunit hindi pa din umaasa si Heart na pupunta ito sa kanyang kasal. “Kumplikado. Lahat tayo hindi perpekto ang buhay and I have learned to understand that,” wika ni Heart. At hindi din niya ipipilit ang pagaayos nila ng kanyang mga magulang para lang sa kasal. “I learned to understand kung ano man yung concerns nila. Eventually [magkaka- ayos]. Hindi naman ito yung deadline na magka-ayos kami,” sabi nito. Gayunpaman, umaasa pa din si siya na magkakaayos silang pamilya sa pagdating ng . “Siguro naman if they see na maayos naman yung magiging buhay ko kapag kinasal na kami, eventually [maaayos ang lahat],” bahagi ni Heart. Baby kaya ang sagot para mapabilis na silang magkasundo? “Parang hindi ata! Baka lalong uminit yung ulo,” natatawang sagot nito. Kaagad naman naging seryoso si Heart nang mapunta ang usapan sa plano niyang maglakad nang mag-isa pababa ng aisle sa araw ng kanyang kasal dahil hindi rin pupunta ang kanyang ama dito. “Siyempre, sad ako. Pero para sakin, big moment na din siguro na I’ll walk alone. Kasi yung mga kapatid ko, tinanong nila: Do you want us to walk you? But I said nobody can replace my dad. My dad is my dad,” nalulu- hang pahayag ni Heart. Dagdag pa nito, “It says a lot about ‘yung naging journey ko sa buhay. Sobrang dami ko nang pinagdaanan at a young age, and yet I’ll be brave on that day. Papanindigan ko ‘to and I will be strong. I will walk on my own. I will be happy.”

16 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 Lawmaker fears coverup PCCF Miss Philippines Can-

ing the SAF forces for ada 2014 in Lal-lo, Cagayan failing to coordinate with other units until it was too late. There is no Tree Planting By Fe P. Taduran way that the Board will find President Aquino of Lal-lo. The Lubeg accountable for the fruit is used in mak- botched operation after ing wine, candies, that speech.” jam and other prod- The lawmaker added ucts which is now that he favored the one of the booming formation of an inde- livelihoods of the pendent commission organized women’s composed of “credible” group in the area. persons such as former The tree was already adopted as the of- Members of the Philippine National Police Special Action Force mourn Chief Justice Renato the police commandos who were killed in what authorities said was an Puno to lead the probe. ficial municipal tree accidental clash with a Muslim rebel group, Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015 at An independent and its by-products Villamor Air Base in , Philippines. AP registered as the Lal- probe, the lawmaker Krisgelle Maramot, Miss Philippines said, could “assuage lo official One Town MANILA, Philippines—A militant solon Canada 2014 of the Philippine Canadian One Product (OTOP) Program products, has expressed doubts about the govern- fears that the investigation will be white- Charitable Foundation, did her share to washed to favor President Aquino and in which portion of the income is donated ment-led investigation into the bloody address the problem on environment, cli- for the projects of the municipal nutrition clash in Mamasapano, Maguindanao, that General Purisima, while putting the blame mate change, hunger and malnutrition for on the SAF forces themselves.” committee. Lal-loquenos were very proud resulted in the death of 44 members of the Lal-lloqueños in the province of Cagayan, and appreciative of Krisgelle’s accomplish- Philippine National Police Special Action Also, “the Commission must have the when she visited the Philippines, as part of independence and the courage to summon ments as Miss Philippines Canada and her Forces (PNP-SAF). her prizes. efforts for their town. In a statement, Bayan Muna Repre- members of the US forces in the Philip- In the Philippines, studies show that pines and investigate their involvement,” PCCF is now gearing up for the Pinoy sentative Neri Colmenares said the probe only less than a quarter remains of its old- Fiesta & Trade Show sa Toronto to be by a PNP board of inquiry would not be the House Deputy Minority Leader growth forests. Deforestation has taken added. held at the Metro-Toronto Convention objective. its toll and Filipinos are faced with the Centre on June 27, 2015. Those interested “The PNP Board of Inquiry, composed He urged other PNP officials to come tall order of saving whatever is left of the out and reveal what they know about the are invited to to register as candidates for of PNP Generals, is not expected to forests and reviving the existing depleted the PCCF Pageants and have the same ex- objectively investigate the killing of the 44 operation dubbed as “Operation Wolver- terrestrial and coastal ecosystems. ine.” perience as Krisgelle, as either Miss Phil- SAF personnel considering that they will With this is mind, Krisgelle Maramot, ippines Canada, Little Miss Philippines investigate not just the involvement of US “Members of the PNP and other secu- made tree planting as an important part rity forces who know what really happened Canada and Mrs Philippines Canada, or as forces but also Pres. Benigno Aquino III of her trip. Krisgelle planted a Lubeg tree Trade Show vendors. Please visit the web- and PNP Chief Alan Purisima who are in Mamasapano and in the preparations in Lal-lo, Cagayan, to help build a future, leading to the operation should come site www.philippinecanadianfoundation. their superiors,” Colmeranes said. a future filled with greenery and hope for com or for more information or inquiries, He added, “President Aquino has practi- forward and tell the truth about those a healthier community. ‘Lubeg’ or Philip- accountable for the botched operations. e-mail [email protected] cally pre-empted the Board of Inquiry pine Cherry is a fruit that grows only on and /or [email protected]. during his televised speech by washing his Otherwise, the case could be whitewashed the western side of the Philippine island of hands of any responsibility and blam- with the blame mainly pinned on the hap- Luzon and is abundant in the municipality less SAF,” Colmenares added.

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Before I was done, I think the knot, it’s just I have something that I wherein she would always draw emotions halfway through the question pa lang, want to prove,” he said. from past experiences to translate her nag-yes na.” “I’m just happy I started the year nice. character, this time, she made it a point to According to the celebrity couple, they I’m really thankful of everybody’s inspiring become “the character herself.” are planning to tie the knot this year. comments, you know, so every thing is “I got inside my character and “It’s been seven and a half years. She’s positive so it’s nice and it makes you wake internalized what she is feeling in every been such a great part of my life. The best up in the morning with a bigger smile scene. That’s why I had a hard time blessing I’ve ever received. I want to spend kumbaga,” he said. snapping out of it after the director yells the rest of my life with her,” Soriano said.

Beauties at the PCCF Induction

These are some of the beauties who paraded at the fashion show presentation at the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation Induction dinner. 18 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 LOOK: Is Kathryn ‘too young’ for Cosmo debut?

Mara de Lara. is open to every Filipino orgnizations to delight viewers all over the world. “Paano ba namimili ngayon hold their meetings in that for as long as After more than two weeks of ng ilalagay sa cover ng Cosmo? to schedule their meetings and events in confinement due to mild stroke, Kuya Fan votes?” asked Brian advance in order to help them schedule their Germs has been officially discharged from Villena. “She’s still too young activities in the place. the hospital last January 17. Meanwhile, he for the cover.” Mangante said that the second “Taste of continues to undergo therapy. Reader Abigail Perez, Manila” is slated Aside from the program hosts John Nite, meanwhile, raised the on August 22-23, Jackielou Blanco, Sharmaine Santiago and apparent disconnect between 2015 at Bathurst Shirley Fuentes, the promising stars Hiro Bernardo and a sex-related corner Wilson. He Peralta, Ken Chan, Jak Roberto and Jake blurb placed next to the petite said that there only Vargas will continue to bring actress: “’7 Sex Zones You several Filipino shine to the show. Also, don’t Musn’t Neglect’ written next businesses which miss the chance to get to to Kathryn Bernardo’s head have requested know the guest hosts of the doesn’t look quite right. But I for reservations show that will be coming in find her incredibly stunning.” to establish their while Kuya Germs is Nonetheless, fans agreed booths during the scheduled “Taste of still regaining his that Bernardo appeared to be Manila.” energy. “blooming” and more mature Filipino community, religious, seniors, Be updated on the cover. Others noticed and youth orgnizations are called upon on the latest her defined abs and praised to call Philcomcen chairman and chief scoops about the actress for keeping fit. executive officer Mangante to book your favorite Bernardo’s Cosmopolitan early their organizations to use the showbiz debut comes a month after Office of the Philippine Cultural personalities MANILA - Teen superstar Kathryn she was introduced as the lead Community Centre for their meetings. on Celebrity Bernardo appears to be turning a page in star, along with onscreen partner Daniel Chairman can be contacted at (416) 845 Talk with the her public image as she graced for the first Padilla, of ABS-CBN’s modern retelling 4984. Mangante is strongly supported by entertainment time women’s magazine Cosmopolitan as its of “Pangako Sa ‘Yo,” widely seen as the love the Philcomcen members of the board of journalist, Aster January 2015 cover girl. team’s first foray into mature roles. directors. (St. Jamestown News Service) Amoyo. Bernardo, who turned 18 last March, There’s no stopping is dubbed a “girl in charge” on the cover Filipino organizations are invited Walang Tulugan with unveiled Wednesday on Cosmopolitan to use the Philcomcen office for Walang Tulugan with The The Master Showman. Philippines’ Facebook page. She is seen For more information meetings By Dindo Orbeso posing in an off-shoulder, midriff-baring Master Showman continues on GMA Network’s top and a floral mini-skirt. artists, programs, The Philipine Cultural Community Centre to delight viewers worldwide While some followers of Bernardo international channels (Philcomcen), the producer of the Taste of expressed excitement over her debut on and events, visit the website Manila, has put-up an office at Suite 311, Contrary to the recent news regarding Cosmopolitan, which is popular for its www.gmanetwork.com/ 3rd Floor, 3768 Bathurst Street (Corner the cancellation of the late-night variety yearly “bachelor bash” and sex and beauty international. Wilson), Toronto, Ontario, Canada. talk show Walang Tulugan with The tips for adult women, others questioned the According to Rolly Mangante, chairman Master Showman of German “Kuya decision to feature the former “Goin’ Bulilit” of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Germs” Moreno, GMA promises that star in the magazine. pointed out that the Philcomcen office the show will still continue to air and “She’s too young for Cosmo,” commented FOR RENT Bathurst and Wilson Large 1 and 2 bedroom suites. Renovated, hardwood, central a/c, Large balcony. Some suites with 2 bathrooms. Call Trinity at 416-256-2900 ext. 372 Or 416-931-2206

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The Gutierrez year. last time her fans saw her in a dramatic role was in the historical drama Rizal Scarborough She had to settle Ilustrado playing an abbreviated role as Consuelo Ortiga. for support roles Janella Salvador Chapter in Vigan first in her previous Collins, a cousin of Being a showbiz scion can sometimes television projects. during a global become more of a 2013 Miss World Megan But when she finally disadvantage most Young a couple of degrees assembly By Dindo Orbeso clinched the title especially if you have removed, is happy that she role in More Than Words, bigger shoes to fill. As the is finally back in drama. “It Chapter Commander Aristeo her rise to stardom is now (Bert) Mondragon of the daughter of singer Jenine is, after all, why I am in unstoppable. Many young Scarborough Desiderio and rocker Juan show business,” she said. talents appeared in GMA Chapter of the Miguel Salvador, Janella starts to make a Network programs but it’s In Kailan Ba Tama Ang Order of the name for herself but not solely because only Janine who instantly Mali? she plays a married Knights of Rizal of her parents. The teen star showcases gain massive popularity woman whose husband announced her acting prowess and singing ability. and made noise in 2014. (Geoff Eigenmann) the official She just recently inked a multi-picture This year she’s expected to neglects until she meets designation contract with Star Cinema and is set to make waves again as her of Sir Placido star in her own series called Oh My G! another man (Dion primetime series with Elmo (Dong) J. Mineque (PHOTO), Ignacio) who treats her Magalona continues to KCR and Sir Joaquin (Jojo) T. Alonzo Muhlach like a princess and offers dominate the ratings race. her a lifetime of happiness. Taduran, Jr,, KCR as the official It’s not every day that local television representatives of the chapter discovers talented kids. Also it’s not all Collins says the show is during the 20th International the time that the mass not just about the character Assembly of OKOR scheduled on James Reid appreciates what these A lot of people regard she plays, but about February 19 - 22, 2015 in Vigan young kids show off either this Filipino-Australian three other people—her City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, on TV or in movies. Just like actor as the next Gerald Anderson, husband, her boss, and the Vigan City is a Heritage City his father, Alonzo is a little but we say, he’s in an woman in between that is and which was selected as one charmer. Like father, like son, indeed. entirely different league. being played by Kapuso of the 7 cities wonder of the Many observed that the adorable kid James can perfectly hit world. Vigan City is a historial and is exceptional in gaining the crowd’s returnee Empress Schuck. decent notes and can tourism city which has still buildings attention. More than just his wit and “It’s going to another glide on stage with his constructed during the Spanish spontaneity Alonzo also inherited his heavy drama for me,” Collins said smiling. “This early, I am now working on dance moves that make era. father’s cuteness. The five-year-old tot how my tear glands will well up sooner than the director can shout ‘cut’… all the girls swoon. He first made a mark The designation of both appeared in two entries in MMFF and we he he he,” she says jokingly. in showbiz after being named as the Big Mineque and Taduran are expecting more of that in 2015. This is the first time she is paired with the now buffed Eigenmann who representing the chapter was Winner of Pinoy : Teen Clash seems to have moved on after the heart-rending break up with Carla unanimously voted upon by 2010 but it’s only when he was paired with when his star started Abellana early last year. He wasn’t at the press con when we were talking the officers and members of Ten years ago, the then six-year-old to shine brighter. With box office movies with Collins. The publicists of the show said he was a bit under the weather, the chapter which meeting was kid appeared as young hosted by Sir Joe Sison Luzadas in under his belt and a legion of fans so he sent word he couldn’t make it to the conference. Pagaspas in . his residence. trooping to his every mall shows, James is Collins who is rumored to be the apple of Pancho Magno’s eye said, “No, Now, Miguel is being Present during the meeting definitely on the top of the next biggest there’s nothing between Pancho and me. Yes, we go out every now and then groomed as the next top include Mondragon, Vir amante, leading men list. leading man in his mother but with other friends along.” Immediate past chapter studio. The StarStruck commander of the OKOR Kids first prince has continuously awed Has Magno hinted at pursuing her? Scarborough Chapter, Joe Sison Blessed with good looks that perfectly TV viewers with his acting skills in drama Collins was giggly after hearing the question, but blurted out, “No. Luzadas, Taduran, willy Paragas register on camera, we (Niño) and comedy (Ismol Family). To Doner Asaret, Dong Manique. see this 17-year-old Star Honestly, no. We’re friends, but no more than that.” date, Miguel has appeared in almost 30 Manique is the OKOR Magic talent as an Angel What if Eigenmann falls for her during the course of the taping of the shows in Kapuso Network. Adding to his Canadian Region Assistant Locsin in training. She is show? And that will be about three or four months? long list of prominent television projects Chancellor while Yanga is the best known for her role as The pretty actress was uneasy trying to find words to answer the question. is clinching the lead role in the rom-com deputy area commander of the Agnes Calay in the current And then she said, “Hindi naman siguro (I don’t think so)! I don’t know him series Once Upon A Kiss set to air on East Toronto. Taduran was for four hit TV series, Forevermore. She was first that much, but I don’t think I am his type.” GMA soon. year Regional Trustee In-charge of known for her role as Angel in the 2013 Collins and Eigenmann belong to the same management team—PPL publicity and promotions (media). romantic comedy film Must Be...Love then by Perry Lansigan—and more than colleagues in the business, they have In the meantime, the OKOR played a pivotal role in the romantic He didn’t win the 11th Golden Screen formed fraternal dealings. They try to look out for each other, and while has lined-up several programs comedy TV series . Liza TV Awards Outstanding Breakthrough they have not worked in a drama previously, she knows Eigenmann will and projects for this year and Sir will star in an upcoming film based on the Performance by an extend to her the support he is known to give his female co-stars. Mondragon is inviting members of book, The Bet, alongside her Actor or got nominated the Filipino community to join the on-screen partner, . “I am glad we will be working together so I’d get to know him deeper at the 25th Singapore than how I know him now. That is if he’s open up to me, or he’d allow me Order of the Knights of Rizal in order to help in promoting among International Film Festival to be open with him. Alex Gonzaga as Best Actor for no the young Filipino-Canadians in She had her name changed in 2008, but Taping has started for the show, and she hopes it would make her 2015 a reason at all. The Protégé: The Battle for Canada the teachings of Dr. Jose it’s only in 2014 when the comedienne year to look forward to. the Big Artista Break alumnus is gradually P. Rizal, the Philippine national and television host made Does she have any desire to join a beauty pageant? “One beauty queen in hero (St. Jamestown News Service making his presence felt through a series her presence felt. She is - DO) of television shows on his mother network. the family is enough,” she said referring to Megan Young. no longer known as Toni In fact, he’s the busiest talent in his batch. Gonzaga’s less popular With his exceptional acting skills, people little sister. As she makes see Ruru as the next big thing in drama. her mark in showbiz, she is PCCF now referred to as television’s fast-rising André Paras star. When Alex returned to ABS-CBN The towering 19-year-old actor-host and became the media correspondent INDUCTION can’t easily be ignored literally and on of the Philippines, people figuratively. André’s debut Canada Finance Minister Joe Oliver instantly got smitten with her bubbly (middle) and Member of Parliament series became one of his personality. This year, Alex is set to representing Ontario’s Eglinton biggest breaks when he - Lawrence Riding is shown in reprise ’s role in the appeared in the fantasy- photo together with (from left to serialized version of Inday Bote. right) Simeon Sarte, Ontario’s branch drama series Blusang manager of IREMIT (International Itim even if it was just Remittance (Canada) Ltd and his wife, Nadine Lustre a support role. It paved the way to Cheri Francisco Sarte; Anna Carina When Viva Films got the film rights of the Eusebio, manager of UMAC Fro- becoming a GMA Network contract best-selling novel Diary warders Express Inc. and husband, artist in 2011 and a regular performer Andrew Eusebio. They attended the ng Panget, the former in . Aside from his acting induction of 2015 - 2016 officers and bit player got the role of foundation leaders of the Philippine career, Andre is also one of the newest the main protagonist. The Canadian Charitable Foundation MTV Philippines VJ while he pursues his film was released in April (PCCF) at Delta Toronto East Hotel. studies and basketball career. (St. Jamestown News Service, Romy last year and became Zetazate) a certified box-office hit. Three months 20 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 Singapore Scenes in the City Kapuso art- hospital ists conquer sacks Pinoy the global nurse stage

GMA International marked another banner year in 2014 with a series of successful events held in key regions around the globe. Driven by its goal of strengthening the Kapuso equity among its viewers in ways beyond television, GMA’s international business unit gave Filipinos abroad a taste of home through various on-ground events featuring the Network’s top artists. As GMA Vice President for International Operations Joseph T. Francia notes, “More than providing quality programs and services through our international channels, these events are an opportunity for our artists to interact with the PCCF goes tree-planting in Cagayan. viewers, which is integral to extending the Kapuso SINGAPORE: A Singapore experience to our audience overseas.” In the first half of the year, GMA participated government hospital sacked a Filipino in several well-attended events held in various nurse Friday for “offensive” remarks on cities worldwide for the annual celebration of social media, the latest in a string of Philippine Independence Day. foreigners dismissed from their jobs in Last year’s festivities saw Kapuso prime artists and Heart Evangelista gracing the the city-state for sparking controversy Philippine Independence Day Parade in New York online. City while Kapuso leading man Geoff Eigenmann Tan Tock Seng Hospital said that the joined fans in Carson City, California. decision to fire Ello Ed Mundsel Bello Over in Kuwait, Asia’s Pop Sweetheart and singer-comedienne Gladys came after it investigated three of his Guevarra were featured in Musika at Tawanan 4, posts on Facebook and Google Plus which gathered more than 3000 overseas workers that touched upon race and religion. in the region. It did not reveal the contents of the And finally, the Independence Day celebra- tions culminated with Kapuso Primetime King posts but described them as “highly joining his kababayan in irresponsible and offensive to Singapore Bolingbrook, Chicago for the Philippine Fest and religion.” Piyesta Pinoy 2014 and Kapuso Premier Actress “We have dismissed Mr. Ello Ed delighting over 7000 Filipino-Canadians who came to the Pinoy Fiesta and Trade Show sa Mundsel Bello from our hospital Toronto. immediately for his… comments Apart from these, GMA also celebrated the made in 2014 while in our hospital’s vibrancy of Filipino culture as it brought Kapuso employment,” Tan Tock Seng said in a stars and to the Flores de Mayo Festival in Hawaii, which high- statement on Facebook. lighted iconic Filipino traditions, while Kapuso “They have distressed members of Soul Diva Jaya headlined the third Vancouver the public and our hospital staff… His OPM Festival in Canada, commemorating decades conduct goes against our staff values of great Filipino music. Moreover, the country’s longest running of respect, professionalism and social noontime show brought its trademark “isang responsibility.” libo’t isang tuwa” to the Filipino community in Police are currently investigating Canada with the much-awaited Eat Bulaga Live in a separate post on Bello’s Facebook Toronto concert led by the renowned comedic trio of , and Joey de Leon, who page this month in which he described were joined by the rest of the Dabarkads Pauleen Singaporeans as “loosers [sic] in their Luna, , , Allan K., own country.” Julia Clarete, Keempee de Leon, the “Sugod Bahay Bello lodged a police complaint Gang” of , , and , as well as the show’s well-loved Aleng saying his Facebook account was Maliit, Ryzza Mae Dizon. hacked after the post went viral. “Through our continued presence abroad, The hospital said its decision to GMA hopes to remain instrumental in cultivat- dismiss Bello was independent of the ing the Filipino spirit outside our home country,” Francia explains. police investigation. Capping off the year’s successful endeavors, Anti-immigrant sentiment is on GMA International brought some of its brightest the rise in Singapore, with many stars to Los Angeles, Dubai and Singapore for the complaining that foreigners compete much-anticipated Kapusong Pinoy concert series. As one of the hottest love teams on television, with them for jobs, housing, medical Carla Abellana and Tom Rodriguez thrilled the care as well as space on public crowd in the sold-out concert titled Kapusong transport. Pinoy sa LA with their undeniable chemistry. They In June last year, a Philippine were joined by Julie Anne San Jose, Kapuso teen star Miguel Tanfelix and actor-comedian Betong independence day celebration in Sumaya who portrayed his popular character Singapore was scrapped after organizers Antonietta from the country’s longest running faced online abuse and threats. comedy show Bubble Gang. Also last year, British wealth manager This was followed by the equally successful Ka- pusong Pinoy sa Dubai which brought the Kapuso Anton Casey was fired from his job Network’s now-married Royal Couple Ding- and fled the city-state following his dong Dantes and Marian Rivera and Julie Anne Facebook remarks deriding public San Jose to Dubai’s Global Village. Over 7000 transport commuters as “poor” people. spectators witnessed GMA’s Primetime King and Queen’s romantic duet and each artist’s individual Furious Internet users had lashed out At the Toronto Consulate performances. at Porsche-driving Casey, whose wife is GMA completed the concert series and a former Singapore beauty queen. concluded 2014 with a tribute to its loyal Kapuso In 2012, a Malaysia-born Australian fans abroad. Drama King along with the Fearless Diva Jonalyn Viray and Betong as woman, Amy Cheong, was also Antonietta topbilled Kapusong Pinoy sa Singa- dismissed from her job in Singapore pore, giving their audience an entertainment-filled and left the country due to angry public night to remember. reaction to a racial rant she made on As another year commences, GMA Inter- national remains committed in the service of its Facebook. overseas audiences, effectively bridging Filipinos Singaporeans make up just over 60 all over the world to their home country. percent of the 5.4 million population, For updates on GMA Network’s artists, with its low fertility rate forcing the programs, international channels and events, visit the website www.gmanetwork.com/international, government to rely heavily on migrant Facebook pages www.facebook.com/GMAPi- workers. noyTV, www.facebook.com/gmalifetv, and www. 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By Romeo Ayson Zetazate During the meeting of the Scarborough Chapter of the Order of Chapter Commander Sir Aristeo the Knights of Rizal it was unanimously (Bert) Mondragon of the voted upon that Sir Dong Scarborough Chapter of Mineque and Sir Jojo the Order of the Knights Taduran will represented of Rizal, announced the chapter during that the chapter will be the 20th International hosting the 154th birth Assembly of the Order of anniversary of Dr. Jose P. the Knights of Rizal on Rizal, the Philippines’s February 19 - 22, 2015 national hero and the in the Heritage City of pride of the Malayan race Vigan, Ilocos Sur which which will be held at the was voted as one of the 7 Earl Bales Park, Toronto. cities of the world. Ontario, Canada, on June Aside from Mondragon, 19, 2015 the other officers of the Order of the According to Mondragon, the event Knights of Rizal include Virgilio will be highlighted by the wreath laying Amante, deputy commander; Sir Willie Rei goes to ceremony followed by a program which Paragas, treasurer; Sir Jojo Taduran, will be participated in by officers and chancellor;Sir Leo Huerto, trustee; and school at members of the Rizal different chapters Sir Virgilio Sanchez, trustee, and the Mapua in Ontario province. Sir Joe Sison Luzadas, adviser. Institute of Other programs and projects lined-up Sir Dong Mineque is now a deputy Technology. include the recruitment of new members chancellor of the OKOR Canada He likes cars, for the Rizal Scarborough Chapter and Region. the chapter 24th foundation anniversary Some other members of the Rizal what guy of the giving of recognition to the senior Scarborough Chapter include Lawyer doesn’t? He members, past and present. Sir Alex Guarnes, Sir Larry Bercasio, Sir watches NBA On the other hand, the immediate Nick Alo, Sir Alex Rondilla, Sir Rizalde games and past Rizal Scarborough Chapte Quiachon, and many more. follows some Commander, Sir Manny Yanga, who has For those who are interested to join been elevated to deputy area commander the Order of the Knights of Rizal NBA teams. of Toronto East, of the Canada Retion, Scarborough Chapter, please get in said that the Auxiliary Ladies of Rizal touch with Chapter Commander Sir of the Scarborough Chapter will remain Aristeo (Bert Mondragon at >>> 416 - and will be strengthened in support 291 - 8202 and 416 - 388 - 4293, Email: Rei Sazon of their husbands who are officers and [email protected]. (St. members of the said chapter. Jamestown News Service)

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Members of the Philippine National Police Actress Jennylyn Mercado feels pressure living up to Special Action Forces load into vehicles expectations after winning the Metro Manila Film Festival Monday, Jan.26, 2015, bodies of 43 Philip- pine police commandos who were killed (MMFF) Best Actress plum for her performance in the Sunday in a fierce battle with Muslim guer- romantic-comedy “English Only, Please.” rillas after launching an assault in which Jennylyn said she is looking forward to doing roles where they may have killed one of southeast she would be able to showcase her versatility. Asia’s most-wanted terrorists, officials said. “Kumbaga kasi kailangan matapatan mo ’yung performance mo at kailangan mas galingan mo pa,” she said. And if my father died for our country, The 27-year-old admitted that it won’t be easy. “Kailangan and we did not change anything, isn’t it kong isispin kung ano pa ang gagawin ko at kung ano pa that my father’s sacrifice was in vain,” ang mapapakita kong bago sa kanila (fans),” she said. Aquino said. In her search for more challenging roles, Jennylyn is clear The lengthy part of Aquino’s speech about one thing: she is determined not to bring work home, dedicated to his own grief for his late noting how she doesn’t want to look “stressed” in front of father did not sit well with members of her son, Alex Jazz. the Special Action Force who paid their She related how dramatic roles affect her even off cam. last respects for the slain colleagues. “Gusto kong bitawan ang trabaho ko bago umalis sa set One SAF member remarked: “We kasi ang bigat sa pakiramdam eh. Lalo na may anak ako, are not interested with what happened alanganang i-uwi ko pa ’di ba?” to your father.” Another described the President’s speech as “out of this world.” Second Chances Even before Aquino delivered his speech, palpable anger could already As first salvo for 2015, Jennylyn is appearing on GMA-7’s be felt among the families of the slain newest primetime drama series “Second Chances.” commandos and even among the active According to a release, “Second Chances” is a story about SAF troopers who went to Camp opportunities and how they change people’s lives. Bagong Diwa. This early, Jennylyn is already being romantically linked to While Aquino paid his respects to co-star . Dismissing the notion, Jennylyn the fallen troopers one by one, some notes, ”Siguro magkaibigan lang kami ni Raymart.” family members refused to accept the She admitted, however, that she is comfortable with plaque and medal of honor that the ’s ex-husband having worked with him commander-in-chief was handing out. several times in the past. Outside the Moral and Spiritual Formation Center where the caskets Marian’s Successor dramas. She found it interesting she hears rumors that she’s been were laid, some SAF members who that she didn’t get an acting trophy spotted on a date with this or that were watching the ceremony in a After “English Only, Please”, is now a bonafide best actress makeshift tent left when they saw that and box office hit maker. With Kapuso Primetime Queen until she dabbled in comedy. guy. “Comedy is tough—it’s all about “Honestly, it’s not possible for the President was about to speak. Marian Rivera now married, there are even those who A SAF official in plainclothes who predict that Jennylyn might be her successor as GMA’s top delivery and great timing.” me to squeeze a love life into my Giggling, she said, “Maybe I schedule—I’m focused on work at was initially barred from entering the female star. We know of several producers who want to get center vented his anger at a member her services for a new movie, but we’re told she’s already should be doing more of this! I the moment,” she said, adding that wasn’t expecting to win. I was she does get miffed by the persistent of the Presidential Security Group, committed to do a follow up project with shouting: “Those who were killed were once again. already satisfied that we worked well rumors. and came up with a good product.” There has been talk that she was my men, too. I will kick you if you don’t spotted with Ilocos Sur Rep. Ronald let me in.” Pressure Erica Pabalinas, wife of slain Sr. No breather Singson in Boracay; and that she has been frequenting her ex-boyfriend Inspector Ryan Pabalinas of the “You can’t please everyone,” she said at the press conference 55th Special Action Company, could Jennylyn isn’t getting much of a Dennis Trillo’s condo unit. for her new TV series on GMA 7, “Second Chances.” not mask her grief and anger as she breather at the start of 2015, and it “I get frustrated because they’re “Sanayan lang ’yan (you get used to it),” said the 27-year- delivered a message on behalf of the goes without saying that she doesn’t not true. I just try to laugh and shrug old star, adding that the recognition pushes her to strive families of the fallen SAF troopers. have much time for romance. That’s those issues off,” Jennylyn said. harder and do better. “Yes, there’s a little bit of pressure.” “All I ask now is justice, not only for why, she said, she is surprised when In her 10-year career, Jennylyn starred mostly in heavy my husband, but for all those who were killed...For the grieving wives like me: let us be strong for our children because : ‘I’m ready to have a relationship’ behind every brave SAF trooper is a strong wife. Behind every brave SAF trooper is a strong wife,” Erica said in After being part of I’m ready na. Nang- maglista kasi I’ve been through a lot and tears. the series Maria Mer- yayari sa tao yun na mahirap ata magsalita ng ganun. I’ve gone “To our President, we seek you help cedes, Vina Morales maski siguro even if two through a lot. I’m also a single mom but for justice, please help us,” she said. is happy to be part of years from now hindi I’m sure that it’s going to be coming from In his speech, the President did not the new Kapamilya pa rin ako ready, wala God. Yun talaga pini-pray ko at the right mention even once the Moro Islamic soap Nasaan Ka Nang eh, kung closed pa rin time,” she said. Liberation Front and the Bangsamoro Kailangan Kita along yung pag-iisip ko, yung The Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita Islamic Freedom Fighters who killed Concert with Ivy Violan with Denise Laurel, nararamdaman ko. It’s actress revealed that even her five-year- the SAF commandos. Jane Oineza, Jerome just the right timing old daughter Ceana is supportive of her Instead, Aquino vowed that the Ponce, Loisa Andalio na parang gusto ko rin efforts to find a partner. “Yun na nga, government will come up with a better and . The naman may makilala,” nag-pe-pray na nga for a baby brother plan to get Basit Usman, a Jema’ah 39-year-old actress she shared. and a baby sister, ‘Dyosko Lord’ sabi ko Islamiya bomb expert who escaped admitted she is thankful Vina admitted that naman (laughs). Kasi when we pray before Sunday’s clash. to start the year with another promising after she separated from ex-partner Cedric we go to bed talagang we pray it out loud. “You can count on your government project with her role as Ceciila Macaraig. Lee (with whom she has a daughter So kung ano yung i-pe-pray ko naririnig that we will get the second target. You This year, Vina said that she promised Ceanna), she has yet to meet someone niya and yun yung pine-pray niya, ‘Lord know me - I always keep my word. herself not just to focus on her profes- special. “I was kind of dating for a while Papa Jesus I want to have a baby sister and Arresting Basit Usman is now number sional life but her personal one as well. In but not really like a relationship. Last ko a baby brother.’ Gusto ko tuloy malaglag one in our list. I assure you, we will get fact, Vina even went as far as to admit that was six years ago pa,” she explained. sa higaan. Sabi ko, ‘Anak, Mommy has to Basit Usman,” the President said. 2015 is the year to love again for her. “I Vina said she does not have any clear find a husband first.’ Parang mas magaan He said the government will do think at that time I wasn’t ready to have cut list on what qualities she looks for in sa sarili ko dahil okay lang sa kanya,” she everything to prevent a repeat of a relationship. I guess now is the time a man. “Ayoko na ngang maghanap na admitted. the botched operation. “Let us also for me. I’m ready to have a relationship. kailangan ganito, ganyan kasi you know ANGRY Mapaghuhuli na ako (laughs). Emotionally the spark will just start. Kasi ayoko ng continued on page 26 24 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 AGFO: Spotlight MILF should surrender men in carnage

MANILA, Philippines - Active and retired senior military and police officers yesterday called on the government to demand that the Moro Islamic Libera- tion Front (MILF) surrender the gunmen involved in the killing of 44 policemen in Maguindanao last January 24. The Association of Generals and Flag Officers (AGFO) led by retired Army general Edilberto Adan also called on the rebels to return the firearms of the slain Special Action Force (SAF) operatives. “The government should demand the return of all the firearms stolen from the Baguio 1960’s dead policemen and for the MILF leader- ship to surrender the perpetrators within their ranks,” Adan said. The AGFO declared the killing of the police commandos as “barbaric and unjus- tifiable,” even under the current protocols of the peace process between the govern- ment and the MILF. The group lamented last Sunday’s Crossword killing occurred even as the government Puzzle has been demonstrating its willingness to accommodate the aspirations of the OUTSTANDING PAULINIAN Bangsamoro people, in reference to the peace process in Mindanao. ALUMNA The 44 slain policemen were part of a team on a mission to arrest Zulkifli bin Hir, alias Marwan, a Malaysian bomb maker on the most wanted list of the US government for his involvement in the 2002 Bali bombings. The group reportedly encountered a large guerrilla force of the separatist Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) before they were waylaid by the MILF in Mamasapano, Maguindanao. The MILF claimed the police com- mandos went into their territory without coordinating with the joint ceasefire committee. Adan suggested the government must closely examine the security implications ABS-CBN President and CEO Charo Santos-Concio receives her Fleur-de- of any agreement with any armed rebel lis Award from St Paul University Manila President Sister Ma. Evangeline Anastacio. force like the MILF. He also suggested the government consider everything first, including the surrender of the MILF rebels involved in the fighting, before proceeding with its peace agreement in Mindanao. “It should not be forgotten that even as negotiations are happening, the status of the MILF forces as a combatant force that considers the government forces as its enemy is real, as shown in the Al Barka ambush of Army Special Forces in Basi- lan in 2011 and many other skirmishes,” AGFO said in a statement. The group also cited the MILF’s failure to take disciplinary actions against Ameril Umbra Kato, the disgraced MILF com- mander who broke ranks in protest of the ongoing peace negotiations with the gov- ernment. Kato is now leader of the BIFF. AGFO said the MILF does not have full control over its fighters on the ground. The group said Kato and his men are also taking refuge in MILF enclaves, with their gunmen mixing with MILF rebels. In Mamasapano, where the killing of Answers on the policemen occurred, the BIFF camp is Page 26 just beside the MILF enclave. FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 25 An Unforget-

LM C table Evening LifeHEALTH • RELATIONSHIPS • FOOD • CULTURE • TIPS TORONTO – It was indeed another lavish Sweet Sixteen Debutante’s Ball thrown by Mr. and Mrs., Anthony deLeon, only this time, in honor of their ABS-CBN’s ‘Forevermore’ youngest daughter, Margot-Denyel Bautista de Leon. Spreading the love worldwide via TFC Having embraced and integrated the western cultural tradition of celebrating Sweet 16, while at the same time, trying to preserve our very own cultural tradition of the Philippine Debut, the DE LEONs have from the time their eldest daughter turned 16 adopted the concept of a Sweet 16 Debut. The grandiose celebration took place at the elegant Destiny Banquet Hall and Convention Centre in Woodbridge, Ontario on Saturday, December 27th, 2014. Guests were given the red carpet treatment as they make their way into the Grand Ballroom. They were also treated to a sumptuous Italian dinner, prepared by the Haute Chef de la Destiny, and to a lively When women entertainment by the debutante; her older are few, men The well-loved series dominates character of Soberano resides, Sitio Le Presa siblings, Monica-Denise and Mikkel-Brandon; Philippine primetime and online in Tuba, Benguet (Luzon). together with her cotillion court, comprised of views worldwide; Liza Soberano’s Sitio La Presa is originally Sitio Pungayan Pauline Cabreza, Kimberly Catapang, Jodie settle down Constantino, Aliza De La Reyna, Mary-Dannielle teleserye abode ‘Sitio La Presa,’ but was coined as such because of the interest created by the teleserye. In a recent report from Fabian, Alsy Reyes, Cjay Reyes, Jessie-Jordan PARIS: Women want to settle down now a tourist spot in Benguet abs-cbnnews.com, people flocked to Sitio La Clemente, Bryan De Lazo, Mark-Leonard De while men prefer to play the field, Presa during the holiday season last year to see Leon, Mikkel-Brandon de Leon, Christopher Lee- right? There is no denying the impact and power the beautiful scenery of the village, take photo Dumasal, Felix Lui, Varunan Muthiah and Scott Not quite, said a study Wednesday of love that the ABS-CBN kilig series, opportunities with the cast and take selfies Xoxa. that challenged long-held views of “Forevermore,” spreads to its viewers all over with both the cast and house. Aside from The highlight of the evening was the Cotillion sexual selection. through (TFC) as it Sitio La Presa, other famous spots featured de Honor, thoughtfully choreographed by Mr. Davy Badian and beautifully executed by the It turns out the dynamics of sex continues to dominate primetime ratings in in the series are Burnham Park, Wright Park, the Philippines, generate online hits and create ‘Sweet 16 dancers’ that includes our birthday are partly driven by the law of supply and The Manor which, in the series, is a hotel a buzz worldwide. called Hotel Grande owned by the family of celebrant. But the most endearing segment and demand: a man’s fidelity depends Based on the recent data Kantar Media Gil’s character. was the changing of shoes, from flats to heels, to a large degree on the number of Philippines (television audience measurement Continue to feel the thrill of falling in love where the father was quoted as saying, ‘You available women. provider) released, the series starring Enrique for the first time in ”Forevermore” on TFC may now be a grown up and might no longer “When women are rare, men Gil and Liza Soberano scored a Philippine TV worldwide from Monday to Friday (Tuesday to be a child, but you will always be our (mommy’s respond by desiring long-term rating of 23.6%, beating its rival shows from Saturday, Australian Daylight Savings Time or and daddy’s) child’. Hopping from one designer committed relationships with a other Filipino networks. “Forevermore” also ADST, New Zealand Daylight Savings Time gown to another, Margot-Denyel fittingly single partner,” University of Utah continues to generate a buzz online as evident or NDST, and Guam time). Catch every kilig became the Belle of the Ball. Beaming with joy, she was serenaded with a selection of 16 anthropologist and study lead author in the number of the show’s hits on TFC’s episode via TFC.tv, right after its Philippine official online service, TFC.tv. Aside from the beautiful love songs and was presented with Ryan Schacht told Agence France- airing and through TFC’s video-on-demand high-rating that the show continues to deliver, or VOD (Internet Protocol television or 16 white roses by 16 distinguished gentlemen Presse. Filipinos have also fallen in love with the site IPTV) service available in the U.S.A., Canada, who were lucky to have gotten the rare honor “When women are hard to find, location of the series specifically where the Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. to dance with her. Furthermore, a group of 16 the best strategy is to find one and ladies took turns to light the candle with each stick with her.” Men who continue skirt-chasing UNFORGETTABLE when competition among men continued on page 27 is high, essentially risk losing out altogether, said Schacht: “If a man Clears name in issue were not to live up to a woman’s expectations, she has plenty other Alden Richards admitted to being confused the Kapuso network again soon. options to choose from!” with not a few people accusing him of hav- “Hopefully we could do a movie or TV The findings, published in the ing caused Aljur Abrenica to lose some TV project this year,” he related. Prior, the two journal Royal Society Open Science, projects on GMA7. worked together in an episode of “Magpak- BeachtekFor DXA-SLR Sale Pro are based on a 16-month study The 23-year-old actor said he is sur- ailanman.” Their recent encounter was at a of members of the 13,000-strong prised that his name was also mentioned in GMA-7 show in Sultan Kudarat. Makushi tribal community of relation to the case Aljur filed against the “We talked. We’re good,” he opined. hunters, fishermen and farmers in Kapuso Net- work. “I don’t know Alden Richards is kicking-off 2015 as an southwest Guyana. why these critics are involving endorser of Boardwalk. Extended families live in villages me,” remarked Alden. Alden made According to the brand, they chose Alden of 160 to 750 people and premarital clear that he and Aljur because of his “enviable energy.” sex is seen as a normal part of partner are okay and that he is “I’m very happy with this endorsement. $300 /Best offer finding before settling down in a even looking forward to Maybe because it’s the Year of the Sheep. monogamous marriage. working with him. I was born in the Year of the Sheep e. But, Makushi gender relations are He is con- fident of course, I believe that humility, hard work Call egalitarian, according to the study that Aljur is just and putting Jesus Christ at the center of my authors. taking his time and will life helped as well,” Alden expressed. be back work- ing with 416-945-2336

ANGRY (Pop-ups are not supposed to continued from page 24 be taken seriously - EDITOR) Crossword Answers Candid SPOOF remember that we have already formed a Board of Inquiry to get to the bottom Sabi ko na sa iyo Ace, hindi pa sigurado laban ni of this. We do not want a repeat of what happened,” Aquino said. “As President, even if Mayweather at Pacquiao. I want to get mad, I cannot let my emotions get the better of me. I cannot make decisions haphazardly. If I allow myself to get angry, I might add to the problem instead of solving it,” the President added. He assured the families that the government will extend all possible assistance to them. Despite the massacre, the government is in ahurry to sign the peace deal. Is someone in a hurry to have the Bangsamoro Basic Law passed by Congress before the Aquino administration bows out next year, so that Journalist Ace Alvarez (RIGHT) listens to a friend at the Philippine Canadian he would be nominated for the Nobel Peace Charitable Foundation Induction dinner. Prize? 26 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 Showbits Alex Gonzaga naospital na nga, inalipusta pa ng netizens. (Girl, idobol-ded mo silang lahat.)

Kris, nanay ni pinayuhang bisitahin si Kuya Germs. (Dapat lang. And get well soon, sir.)

Laplapan, bed scene nina at sa bagong kabit-serye ng ABS-CBN pinalakpakan. (Amazing what gets applauded these days.) Lhaica Moraine Kahit 31 taon nang nagsasama… hindi tutulad Debut kina Aiza Seguerra at Liza Diño; walang planong pakasalan si Bong Quintana. (To each his own. Next!)

Alex Gonzaga got bashed even while she was sick. Alex Gonzaga got bashed even while she was sick. Onemig Bondoc sa ex-wife: Hindi niya kayang maging nanay! (Oh wow, this should be Lhaica Moraine celebrated her birthday with her parents Randy and Laine Macapagal, her sister and interesting.) her brother. She was joined by family, realtives and friends. The night of revelry was marked by good food, entertainment and dancing. Jennylyn Mercado mamin: Ilang beses nang nagpakabaliw sa lalake. (Ows? Wait, we know this.)

Relasyong KC-Paulo peke, pilit na pilit ang pagiging sweet. (Parang ’yung… gano’n?)

Paulo ilang beses nang nag-I love you kay KC. “Pero naiinis siya kasi iba ang isinasagot ko.” (Word of advice: If you don’t love him, set him free.)

Kathryn Bernardo niregaluhan ni ng kuwintas na mamahalin. (Define “mamahalin.”)

Debut Margot-Denyel Bautista de Leon

FROM LEFT, The celebrant, Margot-Denyel de Leon, the Debutante’s ball entourage, the de Leon’s Family (L-R) Monica, former PIDC Miss Teen Philippines, Mikkel-Brandon, Margot-Denyel, Precious and Anthony de Leon (parents).

UNFORGETTABLE by Davy & Natalia, the SJMP Spirit from page 26 Squad and Mikkel & Kimberly. Indeed, it was yet another one being given the opportunity memorable evening of elegance, to share a few words about our sophistication and an all-around birthday girl. Highly notable classy celebration by LA FAMILIA performances of the evening DE LEON for a well-deserved were rendered by REBELDE debutante, MISS MARGOT- LEON, the debutante’s family DENYEL BAUTISTA DE LEON! band; soloists, Olivia Xoxa, and the outstanding dance numbers FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015 L. M. Confidential 27 28 L. M. Confidential FEBRUARY 2015 FEBRUARY 2015