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ittle anilaConfidential L M LEFT, Michelle Beloso and Ampee Panaligan walked as Reinas in the Santacruzan. FAR RIGHT, Kapami- . . lya’s Erich Gonzales added glamour to the festival.

PISTAHAN SA TORONTO 2015 Glamorized and a smashing Success Legalize same-sex Marriage?

Chances are Slim and None

MANILA - Congress isn’t keen on passing a law legalizing same-sex unions despite the growing acceptance for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders (LGBT) in the . No less than House Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. himself thumbed down the idea of legalizing same- sex marriages, which are now deemed legal in the United States. “Definitely I’m against [it],” he said in a text message. Belmonte’s opposition was shared by male colleagues in the House, who noted that the chances of a bill on same-sex unions being passed is next to none considering that even the proposal to

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ABOVE-GMA7 Kapuso star Heart Evangelista poses with Miss Philippines Canada 2015 Nathalie Ramos and Miss Philippines Canada 2014 titlist Krisgelle Maramot. PHOTO BY ALBERT ALO PHOTO ON RIGHT Top L-R: Miss Teen Philippines Canada 2015 - Ansha Hipolito, GMA Pinoy TV star who crowned the winners - Heart Evangelista, Miss Philippines Canada 2015 - Nathalie Ramos, Mrs Philippines Canada 2015 - Ning Talandato, Little Miss Philippines Canada 2015 - Angeli Lachica Bottom L-R: Little Mr. Philippines Canada aka Pinoy Bulilit - Edward Jones, Miss Phil-Can first runner up 2015 - Audrey Bushell, Mrs Phil-Can first runner up 2015 - Reyna Laciste and Little Miss Phil-Can first runner up 2015 - Jasmin Flores PHL has worse food in MEN IN WHITE Asia Malaysian Chef Wan turns his nose up at CNN’s food ranking

KUALA LUMPUR: Chef Wan feels that fact that he is Malaysian himself, his reasoning Malaysia should have clinched the top spot on was sound enough: “I see food as varieties and CNN’s “Which destination has the world’s best flavours that reflect the culture and food, and food?” poll published three days ago. that is why Malaysia should be the world’s best “My top five choices in terms of variety should food destination” be: number one Malaysia, followed by Italy, Thai- Malaysia had only come out sixth in the poll land, Japan and India,” the Malaysian celebrity chef was quoted as saying by . WORSE FOOD Dr. Solon Guzman (ON THE RIGHT) seems very interested in what Senator While his views may seem biased given the continued on page 3 Tobias Enverga is saying. Maybe the senator is saying he’ll make a good JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidentialsenator like him. 1 2 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 Malaysian chef LAUGH doubts CNN RESORT Food Survey Honey Shot Father’s Pride (PG) WORSE FOOD Four friends reunited at a party after 30 years. continued from page 1 After a few laughs and drinks, one of them had to go to the rest room The ones who stayed behind began to talk about their kids and their garnering a meagre 265 votes, nar- successes. The first guy says: “I am very proud of my rowly beating out Hong Kong with son, he is my pride and joy. He started working 236 votes. The poll however did Fourteen-year at a very successful company at the bottom of the barrel. He studied Economics, Busi- acknowledge the diversity in the old Marian and ness Administration, and was promoted, began due to its multi- is a member to climb the corporate ladder, becoming the racial makeup and even cheekily ref- General Manager, and now he is the president of of Culture the company. He became so rich that he gave his erenced the constant battles between best friend a top of the line Mercedes Benz for Indonesians and Malaysians claim- Philippines of his birthday.” The second guy says: “Damn, that’s terrific! ing ownership of certain dishes. Ontario. My son is also my pride and joy, I am very proud Another bone he had to pick was Obviously, of him. He started working at a travelling agency that of the Philippines coming out for a very big airline. He went to flight school to one of her become a pilot and managed to become a partner above Malaysia in the polls, saying talents in the company where he now owns the majority rather bluntly that the country’s cui- of the assets. He became so rich that he gave would be his best friend a brand new jet for his birthday.” sine was among the worst in Asia. The third guy says: “Well, well, well congratu- “The Philippines is known to have dancing. She lations! My son is also my pride and joy and he is also very rich. He studied in the best universities the worst food in Asia, ask any chef plays and became an Engineer. He started his own con- and they will tell you I am right,” volleyball and struction company and became very successful Chef Wan remarked. and a multimillionaire. He also gave away some basketball. very nice and expensive thing to his best friend Philippines received an impressive for his birthday. He built a 30,000 sq. ft. man- 1,528 votes that secured the country This lovely sion especially for his friend.” The three friends congratulated each other a second place on the polls. girl is the mutually for the successes of their sons. The The winner Taiwan had a whop- daughter of fourth friend who earlier had gone to rest room returned and asked: “What’s going on, what are ping 8,242 votes which CNN Chona and all the congratulations for?” One of the three attributed to “its simple culinary said: “We were talking about the pride we feel Florante. for the successes of our sons. What about your philosophy”. son?” Italy came in third, followed by The fourth man replied: “My son is Gay and Thailand and Japan. he makes a living dancing as a stripper at a nightclub.” The king of spices India received The three friends said: “What a shame that 205 votes for managing “to make must be, that is horrible, what a disappointment you must feel.” vegetarian food taste consistently The fourth man replied: “No, I am not great (which) certainly deserves ashamed. Not at all. He is my son and I love him just as well, he is my pride and joy. In addition, some kind of Nobel prize”. he is very lucky too. Did you know that his birth- Greece and Vietnam occupied day just passed and the other day he received a the bottom places of the ranking by beautiful 30,000 sq. ft. mansion, a brand new jet, Marian Pascual and a top of the line Mercedes Benz from his securing 167 and 162 votes respec- three boyfriends?” tively. JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 3 Leave political What The FACT? BY JOSE BAKING vendetta behind, PIDC & KALAYAAN Next president must accelerate TOGETHER AGAIN? thepace of the economy and

These 2 organizations used to hold a gala together. Then, they split up. Now, I see all improve the lives of the people the PIDC officers at the Fiesta ng Kalayaan festival in Missisauga. Are they together again? According to Verth Bugtong of PIDC, they are just “helping.” Why? They were fine before naman. Kalayaan’s Fiesta always had a Kapamilya artista. It is PIDC that did not have an artista for the last 3 years. PIDC used to have a Kapamilya artista. For what reason they did not have one for the last 3 years, I do not know why. Since all parties involved cannot be interviewed and evenif they did, will not want to be quoted, I cannot repeat what they tell me. Is somebody scratching somebody’s back here? Hmmm...

Is Dr. Solon the next senator? Sen. Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. said the next President of the Republic should not adopt a policy of political vendetta that He deserves it. He is the energizer puts political opponents in jail. bunny in any gatherings, greeting Marcos, chairman of the Senate Local Government Committee, everyone, chatting, walking around, said political vengeance adopted in the past and present administra- unable toi stay put in one spot. He tions is “counterproductive and divides Filipinos.” is a natural people-person just like The next Chief Executive should instead push for the development our current Filipino Conservative of the country, improve the lives of the Filipino people and help ac- senator Tobias “Jun” Enverga. I celerate the pace of the country’s economy, Marcos pointed out. am sure that Dr. Guzman willnot “We should leave that culture of vengeance behind us. What the add to the Conservative’s scandal- next President should strive is to unite the country so that every prone senators being investigated Filipino could work together for the good of our country – not for nowadays. personal gain, not for the benefit of a party, but for the benefit of the entire nation,” he stressed. Senator Enverga (3RD FROM LEFT) was delighted Marcos gave the advice as the presidential election fever starts to to have joined the Filipino Canadian community in HOV LANES CAUSING Mississauga for the Fiesta ng Kalayaan 2015. get hot. Meanwhile, Marcos has yet to decide whether he would seek TRAFFIC the presidency, vice presidency or simply seek another six-year term in the Senate. Where Dr. Solon Guzman? DO THE PANAM ATHLETES NEED TO RUSH TO A DIFFERENT VENUE CORRUPTION CHARGES Something is going on. When Dr. Solon is at BECAUSE THEY ARE COMPETING Pinoy Fiesta instead of Fiesta ng Kalayaan in The advice comes also at the heels of charges that the present Mississauga (BOTH FESTIVALS HELD ON IN TWO OR THREE SPORTS? Aquino administration is implementing “selective justice” where the Do the athletes competing in swimming need THE SAME DAY, there is something in the air. administration allegedly goes after its political enemies while allow- to rush afterwards to a different venue because I was already wondering why his name is not one ing its allies in the Liberal Party to go unpunished. The charges were they are also competing in archery or cycling of the sponsors in the poster of Fiesta. Would hurled yesterday by Vice President Jejomar Binay who resigned from in a different venue? Are the ones competing he be at Mississauga’s Fiesta? I went there and the Aquino Cabinet Monday, after serving for five years. Binay is in volleyball going to rush to a different venue he did not have a booth and he was nowhere now facing graft charges at the Office of the Ombudsman. because some of them are competing in diving or to be found. Then, I see on facebook that he “We should do away with what we have been seeing in the past track and field? I don’t think so. attended the Pinoy Fiesta at the Metro Toronto few years when recent administrations adopted a deliberate cam- HOV is causing a lot of traffic now and making Convention Centre. Why is he there at Pinoy paign of vengeance against their political foes, practically making it a commuters angry. Do the Pan Am athletes and Fiesta instead of his usual Mississauga festival? national policy,” Marcos said. And at that Fiesta, just like the Kalayaan picnic other officials really need the High occupancy Vehicle lanes? I am pretty sure they would get to last year, I did not see anymore familiar faces. ARROYO AND ERAP anymore. Hmmm... their destinations in time without HOV. Besides, the tickets are only half sold anyway. Former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo sent her predecessor President Joseph “Erap” Estrada to jail on charges of plunder. Arroyo met the same fate under the Aquino administration.

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JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 5 Philippines SC stops Photobomber building behind Rizal monument ‘X Factor’ MANILA - The Supreme Court Jr. pending the issued a temporary restraining order court’s ruling winner may (TRO) stopping the DMCI Project on the petition Developers Inc. from continuing with filed by Knights be deported the construction and development of the of Rizal. He Torre de Manila condominium project. claimed that Associate Justices Presbitero Velasco the 46-storey from Israel Jr., Arturo Brion, Teresita Leonardo- building by de Castro, Lucas Bersamin, Martin DMCI violates MANILA – A little over a year after Villarama, Jose Catral Mendoza, Estela Republic Act she won “The X Factor Israel,” Rose Perlas-Bernabe and Francis Jardeleza 10066 protecting Fostanes is in danger of possibly be- voted to issue TRO even without the physical ing expelled by immigration authorities the conduct of oral arguments on the integrity of in Israel. petition filed by the Knights of Rizal. heritage sites Fostanes may likely be expelled Those who voted against the The Court also set the oral as well as since her artist visa has already ex- issuance of a TRO before oral arguments argument on June 30 and directed the the constitutional provision on the pired a month ago and Aroma Music, were Ma. Chief Justice Ma. Lourdes National Commission on Culture and preservation of cultural landmarks. the company which represents the “X Sereno, Senior Associate Justice Antonio The Knights of Rizal, asked the the Arts (NCCA) to explain the cease Factor” winners, has withdrawn its visa Carpio, Associate Justice Mariano del Court to stop the construction of and desist order it issued last January 5 request for the Filipina singer. Castillo, Jose Perez and Bienvenido against DMCI. Torre de Manila as it blocks the iconic Reyes. sight line of the popular monument of This leaves Fostanes without a legal The cease and desist order was status in Israel, the report said. Associate Justices Diosdado Peralta issued NCCA chair Felipe de Leon national hero Jose Rizal in Luneta Park. and Marvic Leonen were on leave. “Aroma Music representatives confirmed that Fostanes’ current visa expired a month ago and said that since she did not produce profits for them, they cannot request an artist Vindictiveness is not my style - BINAY visa for her, which would require them to pay her a monthly salary for a year. Binay laughs off Sotto’s Poe-Chiz teamup They don’t believe that Rose could make a living during this year from MANILA - Vice President Jejomar his speaking engagements in the provinces the law, we will file charges,” Binay said. music alone,” the report said. Binay said Sunday the demolition job and were proof that the public were not “But vindictiveness will never happen The report said the company “can- corruption allegations being made against believing the accusations being hurled under my administration, and this means not extend financial sponsorship to him by his detractors were not giving him against him to impugn his credibility and charges will not be filed without any Fostanes despite its respect for her any disadvantage. frustrate his presidential bid. evidence. That’s vindictiveness.” talent.” And he laughed off the claim by Senator “I’m very happy. I didn’t expect this huge Former Rep. Mark Cojuangco, son of Vicente Sotto III that the Nationalist crowd. As we go around places, more and NPC founder and its chairman emeritus People’s Coalition might field Senators more people are coming to see us,” Binay Eduardo “Danding” Cojuangco, had Regret and Francis Escudero in the said in San Andres, Quezon. earlier told Binay he wanted him to be the 2016 elections. He again said that should he be elected party’s presidential candidate in next year’s Fostanes has been working for Sotto, the NPC’s latest member, said President, he would not be vindictive. elections. about 20 years across the Middle the NPC had yet to meet to decide who He said his administration would be a He praised Binay’s many East, and came to work in Israel in to support in 2016, but that some party unifying one, but that did not mean he accomplishments and described him as 2010. Before joining “X Factor,” she members were looking favorably at the would condone corruption. He would also “very capable, super industrious, humble was as a caregiver and she was also possible Poe-Escudero. run after the grafters and corrupt people. and very approachable, and one who a part of the group Daddy’s Cool Binay said the big crowds trooping to “If there is evidence, if they transgress listens before judging.” Band. In hindsight, Fostanes told Haaretz that things could have pos- sibly been better for her had she not Demand for nurses from aborad keeps growing joined the show. “I loved singing with my friends and More nurses take US test we had wonderful evenings together, but then I won on the show and I was The number of Filipino nurses seeking Although there has been a drop in termath of the 2008 US financial crisis. told not to keep performing with them, jobs in the United States has increased the demand for nurses in the US, Gul- Gullas said USNCSBN statistics because they told me a respectable by 39 percent for the first quarter of las said “some of them do not necessar- show that among foreign-educated singer wouldn’t sing in those kinds of 2015, according to a lawmaker. ily expect to get hired by US hospitals nurses, Filipinos remain the most ac- little clubs. That it’s not appropriate. Cebu Rep. Gerald Gullas said a and nursing homes anytime soon. They tive job-seekers in America. So I really stopped. Now I kind of re- total of 1,183 Philippine-educated just want to pass the NCLEX and add He said 180 Indians, 107 Puerto gret it. I think I might have been better nurses took the US National Licensure it to their credentials when they can Ricans, 95 South Koreans, and 79 off altogether if I hadn’t won the show Examination (NCLEX) for the first apply for jobs in other foreign labor Canadian also took the NCLEX for and would have continued working as time from January to March this year, markets,” Gullas said. the first time from January to March a caregiver. At least that way I could hoping to land jobs in America. “There’s still a sizeable foreign de- this year. keep on taking care of my family and “The number is up 37.5 percent mand for Filipino nurses in Northern Since 1995, a total of 158,551 Fili- send them money every month,” she when compared to the 860 Filipino Europe, the Middle East and else- pino nurses have taken the NCLEX was quoted as saying. nurses who took the NCLEX for the where,” he said. for the first time. Nonetheless, Fostanes does not first time, excluding repeaters, in the He cited the case of the United If a Filipino passes the NCLEX, want to blame this on racism. first of 2014,” said Gullas, vice chair- Kingdom and Ireland, which have he can use the credential to work in “I understand the situation that I’m man of the House committee on a combined demand of some 2,800 other nations and many have opted to in and the only thing I hope is that higher and technical education. Filipino nurses every year. seek employment in Canada, which the people in the Interior Ministry will The number of Filipino nurses tak- America’s demand for foreign nurses is credited with a progressive political, understand that I’m a human being just ing the NCLEX for the first time is has slowed down, partly due an over- responsive national health insurance like them, that they’ll understand how considered a reliable indicator as to supply of US-educated practitioners. and have liberal views on most social important this opportunity is that they how many of them are trying to seek Hospitals and nursing homes have issues. can give me,” she added. gainful employment in America, Gul- been hesitant to restart hiring after las said. aggressively cutting back staff in the af- 6 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 7 Philippines

Let Successor tackle BBL Barbie Forteza at Vaness del Moral, Constitutionality of the law is in question sabay na nagtapos MANILA - Malacanang said that sa katahimikan more consultations as the BBL President Benigno Aquino III has sa Mindanao has allegedly several constitutional ng high school remained firm on his decision to pass the (There is a need to infirmities. controversial Bangsamoro Basic Law into implement this by Bagoforo appealed to the Dalawang Kapuso stars ang naidagdag law before the end of his term next year. looking at the bigger government to hold more sa listahan ng young achievers ngayong Presidential Communication Secretary picture, we are consultations with government taon dahil sa sabay na nagsipagtapos Herminio Coloma Jr. made the statement counting more than lawyers, Moro Islamic Liberation sina Barbie Forteza at Vaness del Moral. after Cotabato Auxiliary Bishop Jose a decade already Front (MILF) legal entities, Ang dalawang aktres ay sabay nating Collin Bagaforo (PHOTO) asked Aquino where we have not Congressmen, Senators, former napapanood sa at sabay to let the next leader to pass the Palace- yet fully achieved chief justices, Deans of law School rin silang nagsipagtapos sa Alternative backed-BBL. an enduring and and Philippine Constitutional Learning System. Ang graduation rites ay Coloma also appealed to the critics of lasting peace Assembly (Philconsa). ginanap sa San Francisco High School, BBL to look at the “larger picture,” saying in Mindanao),” “The problem was that when . that the only reason why Aquino wants to Coloma said. they were crafting it they kept it Sa isang Instagram post ni Barbie, pass the proposed law is his desire to end Critics had questioned the under wraps,” the prelate said, adding that ipinahayag niya na isa siyang proud the decades-long violence and security constitutionality of the BBL, which seeks while the measure was being drafted, it was ALS graduate. Aniya, “I, Barbara Ambas threats in Mindanao. to create a Bangsamoro political entity that clear that there were no participation from Forteza. A proud ALS Exam Passer and “Mayroong din namang kahalagahan would replace the Autonomous Region in lawmakers Highschool Graduate.” na maipatupad na ito dahil, sa pagtingin Muslim Mindanao. The Palace official maintained that Saad ni Barbie sa kanyang graduation natin sa mas malaking larawan, deka- Bagaforo urged Aquino to let the next the BBL does not violate the 1987 speech, “Isa lang naman ang gusto nating dekada na po ang binibilang natin na President pass the BBL into law. Constitution, as it even assembled a lahat. We all want to grow, we want to panahon na kung saan ay hindi po The prelate said he believes that there is high-profile study group to analyze the be better and we want to push ourselves nagkaroon ng matibay na batayan para a need for the national government to hold BBL. beyond yet another limit. Kaya naman ngayong umaga, taas noo po natin tanggapin ang pagpapatunay na tapos Philippines na tayo finally!” Sa Instagram post naman ni Vaness del Moral, binati niya ang kapwa niyang NEWS graduate na si Barbie. “Congrats sa atin @barbaraforteza. Finally finished our high school. :)” saad ni Terror attacks Tourist goals PHL Peace Index Vaness. down by 24% unattainable gets lower Kapuso teen star Bianca MANILA - As Islamic jihadists fuelled a MANILA- The government may find MANILA - The tense situation in the huge spike in terror attacks last year with it tough to achieve its target number of West Philippine Sea and the infamous Umali is Readers’ the global death toll soaring 81 percent, tourist arrivals in 2015 given the tepid Masasapano incident has contributed to Choice awardee the Philippines witnessed a 24 percent global income growth expected this year, the big drop of the Philippines’ Global drop in attacks, a US State Department a private think tank said. Peace Index ranking. According to the Ismol Family teen star Bianca Umali has report released in Washington said. “The government aims to attract 8.2 2015 Global Peace Index report issued another feather to add to her cap. According to the Country Reports million arrivals this year, which remains by the Institute for Economics and Peace, The young star on Terrorism 2014 prepared by an unattainable target given the current the Philippines is now placed 141st announced on social the State Department’s Bureau of pace of tourism growth,” Metrobank from 134 in 2014. The Global Peace media last Wednesday Counterterrorism, the drop in the Research said in its “Weekly Views from Index measures the state of peace in 162 (June 24), that she number of attacks was attributed to the the Metro” report published Wednesday. countries based on 23 indicators in three was picked by Candy improved cooperation between Manila The report noted that tourist arrivals main categories – ongoing domestic and magazine as one of and Washington. in the country have slightly improved at international conflict, societal safety and their 2015 Readers’ “The terrorism challenges that we face the start of the year, totaling almost 1.4 security and militarization. Choice awardees. continue to evolve at a rapid pace and we million. The report said 81 countries have Kapuso heartthrob was cannot predict with precision what the “Despite faster growth in arrivals, become more peaceful in 2014 while 78 also named as one of the winners as well. landscape will look like one decade or expect tourism growth to still remain in have deteriorated. Bianca was ecstatic and felt honored even really a year from now,” said top US the single-digit territory as global income The Philippines scored 2.462 in the that the magazine chose her for the counterterrorism envoy Tina Kaidanow, growth remains muted,” it pointed out. index and was among the countries recognition. unveiling the 2014 Country Reports on “Arrivals from China, the Philippines’ with “low” state of peace. Last year, the She said, “Am very honored to be Terrorism. fourth biggest market, contracted by Philippines was in 134th place with a one of the winners for Candy’s Readers’ “We must do more to address the 32 percent, still likely driven by safety score of 2.456. Choice Awards 2015! Thank you @ cycle of violent extremism and transform concerns and tensions between the two The Philippines is ranked last among candymagdotcom. Please do grab a copy the very environment from which these countries,” Metrobank Research added. Southeast Asian countries and is just :)” terrorist movements emerge.” ahead North Korea in the Asia-Pacific.

Fiesta ng Kalayaan

FIRST, Senator Enverga poses with Kalayaan attendees and officers. SECOND, Senator Enverga greets Alma Torreno and others at Kalayaan. THIRD,Senator awards certifiicate of Appreciation for the comunity service to some Kalayaan officers.

8 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 9 Sunshine Cruz on Ce- sar Montano’s rumored Little Manila baby with Sandra Seif- ert: ‘Kung ano man ‘yang lumabas, bless- FilAm teen ar- American Apprel CEO meets ing ‘yan at wala naman rested in ISIS with Fil-Ams over slurs silang kasalanan’ terror plot Kahit na magkahiwalay na sina Sunshine Cruz at , alam umano ng SAN FRANCISCO — Federal au- Charney allegely called Filipino aktres ang mga kumakalat na balita tung- thorities have arrested 19-year- employees “pigs.” kol sa balitang buntis ang former beauty old Filipino American Justin Nojan “We need input. This is one of queen na si Sandra Sullivan of Morganton, North the ways that American Apparel Seifert kay Cesar. Carolina for threatening to carry can make amends,” Zalvidea “Oo! lalo na ‘yung out assassinations in the U.S. in Araullo said. Her group asked for mga sinusulat ninyo,” support the following: natatawang pahayag ni of the Access to “all your Sunshine. Islamic Filipino employees” to “Wala okay lang. State interview them about how Ganun talaga eh. Bilang terrorist they were affected by Mr. mga artista naman kami, group. Charney’s actions, directly hindi maiiwasang pag-usapan. Pero ano Ac- or indirectly; naman wala akong masamang tinapay sa cording LEFT, American Apparel CEO Paula Schneider. RIGHT, A meeting with Schneider kahit sino,” dagdag ni Sunshine. to a West Bay Multi-Service Center Executive Director Vivian in San Francisco to discuss Kuwento ni Sunshine, ang unang na- 12- Zalvidea Araullo BELOW Former CEO Dov Charney what steps the company kaalam sa balitang ito ay ang panganay page has taken or should take to niyang anak na si Angeline. Aniya, “Mas criminal SAN FRANCISCO, California – address racism towards nauna silang nakaalam. Kasi sa Instagram complaint filed in court Monday American Apparel’s new CEO promised Filipinos; ng anak ko, may nag-post na kuwento na (June 22) in Charlotte, North to meet with a Filipino American Input and implementation in the ganun nga raw. Si Angelina, and Angelina Carolina, Sullivan plotted several community service organization which “drafting of your code of ethics; showed it to me. And ang reaction lang ng domestic attacks hoping to kill threatened to go to court over the Data on the racial and gender mga anak ko, ‘Mom we’re going to have 1,000 Americans and making a company founder and former CEO Dov makeup of “your board of directors siblings na naman pala ulit’.” Disappointed videotape of his exploits to send Charney’s alleged slurs against Filipino and corporate leadership, and their ba ang mga anak ni Sunshine sa balitang to ISIL (a.k.a. ISIS) leaders. employees. role in decision-making.” ito? “No. No naman,” sagot ni Sunshine. Authorities charged Sullivan West Bay Multi-Service Center West Bay, however, applauded Ayon kay Sunshine pinaalalahanan niya with one count of attempting to Executive Director asked for a meeting “American ang mga bata tungkol sa kumakalat na provide material support to ISIL, with American Apparel executives and Apparel’s attempts balita. “Ako naman, I’m always there to one count of transporting and threatened a boycott of the company’s to move forward tell them na kung sino man ‘yan, kung ano receiving a silencer in interstate products and a lawsuit on behalf as a leader in man ‘yang lumabas, blessing ‘yan at wala commerce with intent to commit a of all former and current Filipino ethical practices in naman silang kasalanan sa kung ano’ng felony and one count of receipt employees “who were subjected to this your industry.” nangyayari.” Dagdag niya, “Kasi hindi and possession of an unregistered discrimination.” Zalvidea- naman itong mga girls na ito [na nali-link silencer. Charney’s derogatory statements Araullo added, kay Cesar], if ever kung totoo, ang naging The criminal complaint gave appeared in court documents filed by however, “We cause ng seperation namin ng tatay ninyo. chilling details of how the teen, American Apparel’s current executives in know you So huwag kayong mag-ipon ng sama ng who lived with his parents at their response to his defamation lawsuit against understand that loob or ng tampo. ‘Yun naman lagi kasi home in Rose Carswell Road, was them. you cannot do bilang nanay, tuturuan mo bang magalit planning to shoot people with Explaining why Charney was fired a this, however, without addressing your sa mundo ang anak mo? I don’t think they cyanide-laced bullets and blow year ago, the firm’s internal investigation company’s past history of egregious racism, deserve that.” people up using a vehicle filled alleged his sexual misconduct with sexism and worker exploitation.” Sa tingin ba ni Sunshine ay deserve with bombs. employees and derogatory remarks Schneider promptly responded, writing niyang malaman ang katotohanan mula Sullivan, who is currently in including telling some Filipino workers to Zalvidea-Araullo that she “welcome[d] kay Cesar? “No. Wala na. I don’t think I federal custody, faces a total that they were “Filipino pigs…with your the opportunity to create a dialogue with deserve to know anything about him and maximum sentence of 40 years faces in the trough.” you around the importance of respect vice versa.” Nang itanong kay Sunshine for the charges and $510,000 in He also reportedly told his Filipino staff and a workplace free from harassment, kung naniniwala siya na si Cesar ang ama fines. The charge of conspiring to he would be their “Ferdinand Marcos” and bullying, and intimidation, and which ng dinadala ni Sandra, ito ang kanyang provide material support carries a he would tell them what to do. promotes fair treatment of employees.” naging pahayag. maximum potential penalty of 20 ” While we are pleased that your Schneider said she “was looking forward “I don’t wanna entertain it. Basta ako, years in prison and a $250,000 company took immediate steps to fire to talking through some of the proactive ang priority ko, ang focus ko, ang mga fine. Mr. Charney, we are alarmed that it took initiatives we have put in place, and to kids. Whatever ang buhay niya, I think “Justin Sullivan intended to com- so long to take this action, allowing Mr. maintaining an ongoing dialogue with everybody deserves to be happy. We’ve mit violent acts against innocent Charney to persist in his blatant racism West Bay Pilipino Multi Service Center.” been separated for two years. Hindi man people in the U.S. to support the towards minorities, including Filipino She promised “to make time to have a sa papel, kasi hindi pa naman legal na terrorist organization ISIL,” said Americans, in your company,” Zalvidea- meaningful discussion.” hiwalay kami, but I believe that everybody FBI Special Agent in Charge John Araullo wrote to new American Apparel deserves to be happy. And if he’s happy, A. Strong. CEO Paula Schneider. good for him.” Ousted American Apparel CEO Dov

10 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 FC World Vision Canada Fundraiser and Top Money Remittance Executive Promote True Community Service and Challenge

By : Tony A. San Juan, OCT. such as discounts Two notable Pinoy leaders in Ontario purposefully for seniors and and rightly promoted their pet projects and main free airfare , activities to the Filipino Canadian community . The via Philippine two, one is a social development professional who is Airlines to lucky focused in Christian charity programs and the other, raffle winners. is engaged business -wise in financial transfer service. In animated FilCans Edgardo “ Egay” Gonzales, multicultural conversation development advisor of World Vision Canada- an with Sunday international charitable and development organization, talk-show host and Manuel “ Manolo” Arnaldo, president -CEO of Randy Bucao PNB Global Remit-Canada were guests recently of , Pinoy Radio WWW.Pinoy Radio.com ‘s Sunday Talk Show with co-founder & Randy in North York and also at Talakayan Radyo executive Nestor Filipino AM 1430 in Thornhill , Ontario. Von Canton, and special commentator Tony A. San During the on -air interview broadcasts, E.Gonzales Juan , the two dignitary- professionals confidently and has reasonably marketed World Vision’s Pinoy significantly “addressed and pleaded” for their respective Para Sa Pinoy Program, a Philippine- focused social business cases to listeners and supporters.( T. San Juan). amelioration and community development multi initiatives that include, among many sustainable World Vision Canada multicultural development advisor Edgardo “ Egay” Gonzales poses with Talakayan Radyo programs, two main projects: “GoodbyeGutom” and Filipino AM 1430 co-anchor Karen Tan and special “BalikBayanihan”, initially targeting underprivileged commentator Tony A. San Juan after having a short break families in Albay, Sarangani, and Malabon. during the interview broadcast at Fairchild Rado station on On the one hand. business executive M. Arnaldo June 20, 2015. Egay Gnzales was guest of TRF to promote World Vision Canada’s programs in the Philippines especially confidently announced new strategies and incentives the Pinoy Para Sa Pinoy diaspora project benefiting benefiting Kababayan-Remitters to their families and underprivileged beneficiaries.Not shown are producers Jess loved ones in the Philippines and elsewhere using & May Cabrias, Karen Pascual -Binaday, Nelson Galvez, efficient transfer services at advantage rates and rewards Bobby Achacon & Joe Damasco.( Photo by: Nelson Galvez.)

Binay is still strong

MANILA - Despite all his political woes, Vice President Jejomar Binay remains politically formidable, House Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr. said. Sex on TV Belmonte believes Binay can still even attract political allies. Pasion De Amor is Pushing it “In fact, it may be advantageous for him to be out of the Cabinet… Kung ganyan din lang, bakit hindi umalis restricted to like “Bridges of Love” and “The Rich earlier. It gives him certain freedom to “symbolic” Man’s Daughter” are more appropriately express himself,” he said. silhouette situated later in the evening. Belmonte dismissed allegations shots of Of course, exponents and advocates of that the latest suspension of Makati implied ardor, “mature TV dramatic arts” chafe at the Mayor Junjun Binay is the work of the “lip-biting” limitations that such adult fare has to Aquino administration. “To tell you reaction operate under. But, they are advised that frankly, [even if I’m the] Speaker, I don’t see myself as being able to shots in bed the regulations aren’t against adult TV open the subject with the Ombudsman. I don’t see PNoy trying to influence anybody.” Meanwhile, Belmonte again urged presumptive scenes that programs per se, they just limit them to administration standard bearer and Interior Secretary Mar Roxas to are limited the post-primetime screening slots. court Senator Grace Poe. “I think it’s a very logical thing to do. Poe to “medium This is a big change from how things is the most popular person at this stage of the game. If I were in the close-up” were in the past, when child viewers shoes of Mar, definitely liligawan ko si Poe.” framing were startled to get exposed to “green” Belmonte dismissed questions on Poe’s lack of experience. that avoids and “brown” jokes—even on noontime “It’s unfair to say she’s uninformed. Binay also had only one showing TV programs! position before [becoming Vice President]… Si Grace, naging head sensual body Those most unwelcome and ng MTRCB, which was run very well. [As senator], we have seen her independence of mind.” Belmonte believes Poe will win a higher parts—etc.! inappropriate intrusions were made office if she joins forces with Roxas. In light of by “super-macho” program hosts who Belmonte also thinks Roxas should also court the support of this limiting loved to underscore their randy sense of Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte and Senator Francis Escudero reality, the “humor” by polluting the airwaves, not because of their popularity ratings. pasion on the just for kids’ impressionable minds and Belmonte maintained he was a supporter of the Aquino-Roxas local version psyches, but even those of their alarmed campaign in 2010. of “Pasion parents and teachers! “Although Binay is a friend of mine, et me make it very clear: Just de Amor” is After years of fruitlessly “warning” because I was close to the head of Samar, I’d like to make it clear that I was Noynoy-Mar all the way.” perforce more the filthy-mouthed miscreants to toe the muted than prescribed line for the poor children’s “PASION de Amor” hotties (clockwise from left) , Ejay in the Latin sake, the MTRCB decided to much Gladys inspired to do Movies Falcon, Arci Muñoz, , and American more firmly lay down the law and original. handed out some suspensions—message Isa si Let the Love Begin actress sa mga received, loud and clear! hinahangaang kontrabida mapa-teleserye man o pelikula. Kaya hindi For two TV seasons now, some drama na nakapagtataka nang masungkit niya ang Best Supporting Actress series have been enticing viewers with Hot to trot award sa 38th Gawad Urian Awards noong nakaraang linggo. the tantalizing promise that they intend Sleazy shockers Ito ang kauna-unahang parangal na natanggap ni Gladys para sa We recall, when we were a member to be “sexier” than the shows we usually pelikula. Nahirang na siya dati bilang Best Drama Actress sa PMPC of the Movie and Television Review After their cushy livelihood was find on free TV. Star Awards para sa Saan Ka Man Naroroon. and Classification Board (MTRCB), directly threatened, even the most Ikinuwento ng batikang aktres kung bakit bihira siyang gumawa Last year, it was “Moon of Desire” watching a string of really hot Latin ferociously macho of the errant program ng pelikula. that strove to heat things up on the American melodramas for an entire hosts, “suddenly” discovered that they “Kasi nga po hindi ako palagawa ng pelikula. I find it na small screen, while for 2015, it’s “Pasion day—and, boy, were they really hot to could be funny in much less shocking parang mas mahirap, mas matagal. Kasi masyado akong naging de Amor” that’s doing the sensual kumportable sa soap. For the longest time, parang mas naging at trot! Well, that sort of graphic depiction ways—which is why we have the current honors. home ako mag-teleserye. Feeling ko ito na ang comfort zone ko, so and exposure simply won’t pass officially TV situation, which is more acceptable Alas, the “hotter” series are more medyo na[hirapan] akong lumabas sa comfort zone ko.” sanctioned muster in these parts, so cool than the sleazy shockers of the past. seductively intended than actually Pero nabago raw ito nang gawin niya ang Barber’s Tales at it, hotsy-totsy lasses and lotharios! This happy outcome proves that achieved, with their directors limited Magkakabaung, ang pelikulang nagbigay sa kanya ng Urian. “Pasion de Amor” is especially regulation in terms of the appropriate “After doing Barber’s Tales at Magkakabaung, na-inspire ako by TV’s “for general patronage” rule to “controlled” by the fact that it’s shown telecasting slot for a particular program kasi sabi ko nga po ito ‘yung dalawang pelikulang nagbigay ng “sexy” indirection and insinuating rather before the evening newscast. For it to be can be effective in upholding the pagkakataon sa akin na bukod sa pang-aapi at pananakit sa bida, than forthrightly “hot” depiction! as hot as intended, it should be pushed right of kids to child-friendly TV mayroon pa pala akong puwedeng ipakita.” To stay within prescribed and Dagdag pa niya, “Nakakatuwa naman po kasi first indie ko back to a late-late slot, when only a few entertainment—without curtailing proscribed limits (because children ang Barber’s Tales, sumunod ang Magkakabaung, pero parehong kids are expected to watch. the corresponding right of mature TV are always watching on primetime), materyal na magaganda. Both internationally acclaimed.” That, by the way, is why other people to tackle adult themes and issues. visualizations of the “sexier” shows are “controversial” or “edgy” drama series JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 11 Marimar role Philippines makes PHL buys 100 boats to fight poachers happy

Binay laughs off Sotto’s Poe-Chiz teamup Tom Rodriguez is preparing so well for his next big soap on GMA: the reboot of Marimar where MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines The moves he would breathe is buying nearly 100 new patrol boats to come after a life to the role of protect its fisheries, an official said Mon- series of con- Sergio. day, June 22, in a substantial expansion frontations at “It’s just excit- from its current fleet of 20 as it responds sea between the ing,” he says. “It’s to poaching by Chinese and Taiwanese Philippines and a major part. If you vessels. both China and will remember, it was Most of the ordered vessels – 71 short- Taiwan. Dingdong Dantes range boats for coastal patrols and 27 able Tensions have who played the role in the 2008 version. to go further out to sea – will be delivered been rising in Wow!” this year, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic recent years due Isn’t he under pressure with this fact? Resources chief Asis Perez said. to China’s more “Of course I am. When I first learned “This is just fulfilling our mandate. Our muscular ap- about it, I couldn’t believe it. It felt so country has eight times more sea area proach to enforc- unreal. But as the thought sank in to me, I than land area. We have 36,000 kilo- can patrol the high seas. ing its claim to knew it’ll be a big challenge. Well, even if metres (22,370 miles) of coastline and Numerous Chinese fishermen have most of the South China Sea, even up to there’s pressure, I am still thrilled. For one, over 7,100 islands,” he told the Agence been arrested by Philippine authorities the coasts of its neighbours including the I’m sure I will learn a lot from the project!” France-Presse. for allegedly poaching in disputed waters. Philippines. He will be paired with Miss World 2013 Perez said the “law-enforcement” Similar incidents involving Taiwan Chinese ships have occupied a reef . boats would augment the agency’s 20 have also occurred, the latest in May off near the western Philippines since 2012 “Yes! It’s a big break for her. I’ve worked patrol boats which protect the fisheries the northern Batan islands when the following a tense stand-off with Philip- with her before so I guess that lessens resources of one of the world’s largest Philippine coast guard attempted to pine ships. the worries. At least, we already have archipelagos. arrest a Taiwan fishing boat only to be Confrontations between Philippine a great working relationship. One more “We need additional vessels. These blocked by the Taiwan coast guard. and Taiwan coast guard ships in their thing, we are supported by a great cast (new boats) are actually short of our The Philippines has recently been common maritime border have also risen so the more I feel confident. There’s Jaclyn needs but this is all we can afford,” he seeking to boost its poorly equipped recently following the 2013 fatal shoot- Jose, Ricardo Cepeda, Carmi Martin, Cris added. military by acquiring new weapons, and ing of a Taiwanese fisherman by Filipino Villanueva, Jaya, Candy Pangilinan, Frank Perez said his agency is also seeking deepening defence ties with allies like the patrols there. Magalona, Maricris Garcia, Dion Ignacio, funding to acquire 10 larger boats that United States and Japan. and ,” Tom states.

Jean, ayaw matawag na lola Philippines Kabuwanan na ngayon ng anak ni The Half Sisters star Jean Garcia na si Jennica NEWS Garcia. Dahil papalapit nang lumabas ang baby girl, hindi maitago ni Jean ang Energize Romblon Ammo seized from Wives of 3 Bilibid kanyang excitement sa unang apo. “Madadagdagan ang mga kakikayan MANILA - The Department of Energy NPA inmates arrested at kamalditahan. (laughs) Isang Jean at (DOE) and the Energy Regulatory for delivering isa pang Jennica [ang Commission (ERC) have been urged MANILA — Army troops recovered madaragdag] sa buhay to energize Tablas Island, which is four high-powered firearms fromshabu namin,” ani Jean. composed of nine towns and is half of communist rebels following an encounter Pero ayon kay Jean, the province of Romblon. in Veruela, Agusan del Sur on Saturday. kahit unang apo niya MANILA - The wives of three inmates The province’s lone congressman, Cpt. Joe Martinez, spokesman of ito ay ayaw niya pa rin were arrested after attempting to bring Eleandro Jesus Madrona, made the the Army’s 4th division, said the clash daw magpatawag ng in illegal drugs to the New Bilibid appeal in separate letters to Energy between members of the 26th Infantry lola dahil feeling niya Prison (NBP). Secretary Carlos Jericho Petilla and Battalion and the New People’s Army ang tanda-tanda na According to NBP jail warden ERC chairman Zenaida Ducut. (NPA) happened in Barangay del Monte niya. Richard Schwarzkopf, Chona Madilla, Madrona urged the officials to ignore at 11:05 a.m. Ano kaya ang gustong itawag ni Jean Ligaya Reyes and Melissa Angue the opposition of DMCI Power Corp. The military did not suffer casualties ng kanyang apo? “Hindi ko nga alam. attempted to bring into the prison (DMCIPC) to the electricity supply during the encounter, which lasted for Sabi ko nga kay Jennica, sige pumili ka facility two sachets of suspected shabu, contract between Tablas Island Electric about 20 minutes. Martinez claimed the na kung ano ang itatawag sa ‘yo. Kung which they hid in the bag of Madilla. Cooperative (Tielco) and Sunwest Water fleeing rebels carried their wounded and mommy, mama. Sabi ko ‘yung matitira roon, Schwarzkopf said the incident and Electric Co. (Suweco). dead companions but did not provide ‘yon na lang ang sa ‘kin. Basta huwag occurred at around 8 a.m. He said DMCIPC lost in a bidding figures of the casualties. lang lola or grandma,” sagot niya. The visitation rights of their husbands conducted by Tielco and should now Soldiers recovered an M653, an AK47, Bago manganak si Jennica, gustong were suspended following their arrest. allow Suweco to supply power to Tablas and two M16 rifles from the encounter iparating ng kanyang ina ang mensaheng site. The three women are currently under ito. Island. the custody of the Muntinlupa police.

The Bodyguard starring Kevin “Philip Beloso” Costner FIRST & SECOND, Philip Beloso acts as bodyguard to Tart Carlos.THIRD, He gets up close and personal with Viveika Ravanes. FOURTH, he acts as bodyguard to Erich Gonzales. All photos taken at Pistahan sa Nathan Philips Square.

12 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 Mel Galeon of FV Foods poses with Kapmilya 4ens Photography stars Tart Carlos and PHOTO & VIDEO Viveika Ravanes, with Erich Gonzales. PHOTO BY LIWAY SAAB (STANDING FAR RIGHT)

How did Gabbi Garcia and Kathryn Bernardo become childhood friends? Marami ang kami, four to five years nasorpresa ng mag- din kami magkasama. post ang InstaDAD We were really close actress na si Gabbi ever since.” Garcia ng isang photo Laking gulat na lang kasama ang former daw ni Gabbi nang GMA tween star Kathryn magkita silang muli sa Bernardo sa Instagram. isang endorsement Ayon kay Gabbi, shoot at masaya raw matagal daw silang silang pareho na after nagkasama bilang so many years nagawa endorsers ng isang clothing line noong nilang mag-reconnect. 4ensphotography.com mga bata pa sila. “Nagulat kami. Sa isang endorsement Ani Gabbi “We we’re childhood shoot nagkasabay kami and we were 416-388-2171 • 416-388-2070 friends back then. We were part of this both surprised.” clothing line na we used to model for. “We’re happy na we got our Professional Photo & Video Ang tagal namin magkasama like since connection back. She followed I was four years old and she was like [me], I followed her in Instagram, we Weddings, Debuts, Fashion & Other Events six.” exchanged numbers ganyan.” “And then siguro mga five years din

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ABOVE LEFT, FCT President Linda Javier talks about the back- ground of the Santacruzan. ABOVE RIGHT, Alma Torreno plays an instrument as part of the rondalla. LEFT, Mother Marissa Andrada sees her daugh- ter Edessa sing at the festival. RIGHT, FCT’s RIGHT, Forex contestants join in the fun. Felino Javier, Tart Carlos and Viveika Ravanes.

Filipino Centre, Toronto - Pistahan 2015 FCT’s Pistahan sa Nathan is a Success. The recently-concluded festival had a touch showbiz with the presence of Kapamilya stars Erich Gonzales, Tart Carlos and Vivieka Ravanes courtesy of TFC. The Filipino Centre, Toronto had their Pistahan sa Nathan Philips Square festival. It is a celebration of Independence Day, Santacruzan, Parada ng lechon, singing contest, and assorted other Philippine festivals rolled into one. It was a complete success. Filipino food vendors courtesy of Ilocandia, Halo- Halo and our always-reliable friendly vendors FV Foods, and the owner Mel, and their staff. LEFT, Oceana and Skyea, daughter of As always, the festival closed with the Santacruzan which was held along with the beauties of the community representing the different reinas. Joy and Warren of Pinoy News join the ABOVE, FV Foods owner is busy Santacruzan. ABOVE, Traditional dances tending to their booth because of were also presented. the long line-up (LEFT)of customers waiting to buy.

Michelle Beloso is one of the Santacruzan beauties. ABOVE, Longtime FCT supporter and baord memebr Dr. Vicky Santiago has a booth and was utilized by Pinoy News as a photo booth wherein you can pose with a Philippine-style jeep, usually called an Owner. 14 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 LEFT, The Beloso family poses with Kapmilya stars Tart Carlos and Viveika Ravanes, with Erich Gonzales. MIDDLE, Photo shows GMA Pinoy TV Star Heart Evangelista is shown in photo together with Manny Yanga, product advisor of the Scarborough Toyota during the “meet and greet”portion of the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation’s “Pinoy Fiesta & Trade Show.” RIGHT, Knights of Rizal and Scarbor- ough Toyota’s Manny Yanga (RIGHT) poses with Consul General Rosalita Prospero during the Rizal 154th Anniversary celebration at Earl Bales Park.

Love is Lovelier the Second Time Around for Camille and William Berry !!! Got married last June 6, 2015 4:00 P.M. @ A Garden Wedding @ Annandale Golf Club attended by 170 guest from all over the places

JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 15 Drew is Iya

Villania’s fan Evie Poliarco gets a certificate of appreciation from Senator Kapuso host Drew Arellano is Tobias Enverga. ’s number one fan. He proved it by accompanying his wife to various Kapuso guestings to promote her as the new 24 Oras Chika Minute host. 1st Philippine Fiesta Iya officially started her hosting stint in the news program last June 15, and Mr. A could not be any more proud of her. Durham 2015 He snapped a photo of the mestiza beauty on TV and posted The first Philippine Fiesta of flag raising was wonderful. It there to share this moment with us. post dedicated for each. it on Instagram, “Got a huge crush Durham held last June 27 was a was almost a complete representation We had our beautiful ladies Not to be forgotten are the original on the new Chika Minute girl.” success. Considering the bad weather, of our elected federal, provincial and gents in Santacruzan plus the Reynas of FCHRD. Rose Dela Cruz The Taste Buddies host shared we still received huge support from and local officials from Pickering to Angels sent from heaven to talented Nicolas Nena Pestano Vailoces ER on 24 Oras that she prepared for our kababayans, from Scarborough Whitby. We hope to get Oshawa’s singers, dancers and the band that Bloomy B Favila Lourda Amparo the new position by seeking advice to as far as Courtice. The tremendous representative next year. Our very kept us on our feet. The support we Milanes Leticia P Gonzales and of from veteran hosts in the industry support of our beloved Pickering own Senator Tobias Jun Enverga lent got from vendors were amazing and course FCHRD’s Constantine Edd like Eat Bulaga’s Joey de Leon who Mayor Dave Ryan, clad here in our his support despite having the same even to this early, some of them have Rose Nicolas. said, “Basta ang ibabalita mo, Barong, cannot be left unnoticed. event with PCCF. Our new Consul approached me to take part again BY EVIE POLIARCO masaya [at] kailangan nakangiti ka The presence of dignitaries during General Rosalita Prospero was also na kaagad. ‘Pag medyo namatay o next year. I will be making separate may sakit, handa mo na ang mukha mo (poker face).” During the couple’s visit on , Mrs. A also revealed her struggles in delivering showbiz news. “Sabi ko nga eh, ‘yun ‘yung struggle ko, ‘yun ‘yung kailangan ko i-practice, Mel, Mike, Vicki,” she is used to addressing the 24 Oras anchors with “Tito, Tita, Ate.” She added, “’Yun ‘yung pina- pratice ko at ‘yung ibang words ABOVE, Keesha Cerezo participates.BELOW, like ‘infrastraktura.’ ‘Yung mga The Panaligan family pose for a picture. ganun (laughs).” “Sabi ko nga pagdating sa ABOVE, Mayor Mayor Dave Ryan (IN SUNGLASS) walked Tagalog, kailangan magtanong with the Sagalas with during the Santacruzan from beginning siya sa akin. ‘Di ba?” her husband and helped carry an arc until the end. He looks so good in his boasted. barong. Nevertheless, Iya thanked her “special guest slash driver slash supporter” for coming with her to the morning program. “Actually, gusto ko lang talaga damayan niya ako sa paggising nang maaga at ginawa naman niya.”

Ryan Agoncillo proud of wife’s cookbook

Sunod-sunod ang biyayang tinatamo ngayon ng showbiz couple na sina Ryan Agoncillo at . Bukod sa bago nilang baby, author na rin ang misis ni Ryan via her new cookbook titled “Judy Ann’s Kitchen.” Pinasilip ng Ismol ABOVE Joseph Men- doza, Ampee panaligan, Family actor Nap Tenorio, Maria sa Instagram Panaligan, Joshua and ang libro ni Aubrey Panaligan pose Judy Ann kung saan sinabi niyang, afterwards. “...alright... #goodvibes.” LEFT, Nap Tenorio walks with Maria Pana- Featured sa nasabing recipe ligan. book ang mga katakam-takam na BELOW, Mayor dave putahe na gawa mismo ni Juday. Barry walks with council- Nagpaabot din ng pagbati ang lor Dave Pickle. Philippine Queen of Comedy, Ms. Aiai Delas Alas sa kanyang good friend at kapitbahay. Base sa post ng Let the Love Begin lead star, natutuwa raw siya na book author na si Judy Ann at super excited siyang malaman na may third baby na sila ng kanyang mister. Ani Aiai, “Thank you sa invitation and gooodluck sa book neybor .. Happy for you and congrats sa new bagets... Labya neighboor @ officialjuday” 16 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 Pinoy Fiesta

Five Years of Remarkable Success by Fed Taduran

The 5th anniversary celebration of the by providing music, dance and perform- to Canada, Petronila Garcia, and Toronto’s Guests came to the Pinoy Fiesta from Philippine Canadian Charitable Founda- ing arts during community events; and the Consul General Rosalita Prospero were as far Windsor, Ohio, Chicago, Montreal, tion’s Pinoy Fiesta and Trade Show sa United Aklanon Association of Toronto’s also in attendance in the festivities and New York, amongst other places. Dahlia Toronto, one of the biggest indoor Filipino Ati-Atihan Group, who showed traditional delivered their messages to the Filipino from Richmond, Virginia, drove 12 hours community events in Canada, held June Ati-Atihan tribal dance and music with in- community. to be at the Pinoy Fiesta ‘to watch Mikey 27, 2015 at the Metro-Toronto Conven- digenous costumes and weapons, to honour A segment of the Pinoy Fiesta was the Bustos perform and had a great time.’ tion Centre, was attended by thousands of El Senor Sto. Nino. the much anticipated coronation of this To show their appreciation for the sup- people. To date, PCCF has donated over 2 year’s Pageants with a Cause winners. port of the community in the past 5 years, This year, the beautiful and talented Million Pesos, built houses for the poor Crowned were Little Miss Philippines PCCF offered Newcomers who have been Kapuso artist HEART EVANGELISTA through ANCOP, donated 7 dialysis ma- Canada 2015 Angeli Desarie Lachica; Mrs. in Canada less than 2 years, Seniors 65 graced the stage with YouTube sensation, chines, helped calamity victims of natural Philippines Canada 2015 Ning Talandato; years and above and Children under 10 Pinoy Boy MIKEY BUSTOS, who put up disasters like typhoons and earthquakes in Miss Teen Philippines Canada 2015 Ansha years, to join the Fiesta FREE. a very enjoyable and funny performance. the Philippines, and has donated to differ- Joy Hipolito and Miss Philippines Canada The full-day of entertainment was with Other local artists included Martha Joy, ent organizations, both in Canada and the 2015 Nathalie Ramos. lots of other things to see and do, like the youngest Canadian Idol contestant to Philippines. The Miss Philippines, Miss Teen Philip- shopping, Santacruzan, getting vendor make it to the Top Ten Finals, and dynamic Canadian government dignitaries like pines and Little Miss Philippines winners free giveaways, tasting delicious Philippine performer, soprano Lilac Cana. Minister of Finance Joe Oliver, Mayor will get a FREE trip to the Philippines cuisine, cheering at the Ping Pong Tour- Also on hand to entertain the com- John Tory, Senator Tobias Enverga, MP and the runners-up got cash prizes. All nament, visiting the KIDS ZONE, and munity were: the 35-year old Philippine Mark Adler, Senator Ngo, amongst others, winners will get to participate in various taking photos with the Caribbean Carnival Heritage Band (PHB), one of Canada’s came to be a part of the Pinoy Fiesta. A community events across Ontario and the Costumes. premier marching bands; the Culture Phil- congratulatory message from Prime Min- Philippines and the opportunity to help Please visit www.philippinecanadian- ippines of Ontario, whose mandate is to ister Stephen Harper was delivered to the the poor through the PCCF and ANCOP foundation.com for more update on PCCF retain and share Filipino cultural heritage event organizers. Philippine Ambassador projects. undertakings. (***Fe Taduran***)

Dr. Solon guzman, Rosemer Enverga, Mrs Philippines, Melinda Rustia, Senator Tobias Enverrga and Jeff Rustia pose at Pinoy Fiesta. right, DR SOLON GUZMAN POSES WITH FRIENDS AT PINOY FIESTA.

OKOR Canada Region Celebrates 154th Birth CLAUDINE ASKS ARE WE FRIENDS Anniversary of Dr. Jose Protacio Rizal, Philippines MANILA - Before going on a rare live interview on Monday, returning Kapamilya star phoned her once-estranged husband, actor Raymart National Hero By Romy Zetazate & Dindo Orbeso Santiago, to confirm whether they were friends again. A candid Barretto told “Aquino & Abunda Tonight” that she even sent the questions to be fielded in the TV guesting to Santiago, who gave her words of Sir Nanquil cited Rizal as a well-known journalist, doctor of encouragement. medicine, poet, and an reformist/acgtivist. He said that the Phil- “Tapos tumawag siya. Sabi ko, ‘Teka lang, Marts, ippines’ national hero was well respected not only in Asia but friends ba tayo?’ Tawa siya nang tawa. ‘Oo, friends na!’ ‘Kasi hindi ko alam isasagot ko, kung civil ba or friends na through out the world. tayo.’ Friends na raw. So, okay, ‘Friends na tayo!’” Among those present during the event include Sir Jaime T. According to Aquino, it was early this year when she and Santiago finally patched things up. She credited Marasigan, KGCR, Rizal Canada Regional Commander, Sir Judge Geraldine Fiel-Macaraig of Marikina Regional Trial George Poblete, KGCR; Sir Lapulapu Cana, KGCR, Dr. Tom Vr- Court Branch 192 for helping her and Santiago reach a compromise. rey, and other officers of the Rizal Canada Regional Council; Ms. In recent months, Barretto has been posting on Odette Virrey, president of the Ladies of Rizal;Ms. Araceli (Rose) Instagram photos of her with Santiago and their two Cruz, presdient, Kabaihang Rizalista, Inc. (Toronto), Ms. Azon children, Sabina and Santino, hinting that they have managed to be on good terms again. Ramos and Lynette Ramos, past president and incumbent president Notably, the former couple attended in March a run respectively of the Aspiration of Rizal; Also the historical activity organized by their children’s school, and earlier this month, spent a day at Sabina’s school to celebrate her was participated in by other officers of the Rizal Canada Region birthday. First reports of their separation surfaced in July 2013. TORONTO - The 154th birth anniversary of the Philippines’ and the different Chapters. It was hosted by the Order of the Knights of Rizal Scarborough Barretto earlier accused Santiago of “physical, national hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, was celebrated by the officers and sexual, psychological and economic” abuse, supposedly members of the Order of the Canada Region on June 19, 2015. Chapter which was coordinated by Sir Manny Yanga, KCR, im- dating back to 2002. mediate past commander of the OKOR Scarborough Chapter and These are detailed in her complaint against the actor In Toronto, the highlight of the event was the wreath laying for his alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against before the statue of the national hero at the Earl Bales Park was presently, deputy area commander for Eastern Toronto; Incumbent Women and Their Children Act of 2004. Scarborough Chapter Commander Aristeo Mondragon, KCR; Santiago also alleged that he was a victim of graced by Philippine Consul General Rosalita S. Prospero and domestic violence. In his complaint, the actor accused Sir Lamberto Mananquil, KGCR, , past Supreme Commander of Deputy Chapter Commander Virgilio Amante, and other oofficers his wife of being mentally ill and having a history of drug abuse -- claims backed by the actress’ estranged siblings the Order of the Knights of Rizal and Chairman of the Council of and members of the Rizal Scarborough Chapter. Ariel Ramos, a ember of the board of directors of the Philippine Gretchen, Marjorie, and JJ. Elders. Both Barretto and Santiago repeatedly mentioned Other Officers of the different chapters followed the wreath lay- Press Club of Ontario (PPCO) recorded in photos the historical the welfare of their children in explaining why they took event. (St. Jamestown News Agency, RAZ/DO) the spat to court, and why they were seeking sole custody ing and presidents of the different ladies Rizal organization. of their kids. JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 17 Entertainment Tom Rodriguez and

Megan Young, may chance bang magkatuluyan in real life like DongYan?

Bakit madalas “Hindi ko naman mako-control kung ano ang ine-expect ng mga tao paos si Gladys pero all I can say is, hindi naman ‘yun ang basis ng mga ganung pangyayari. Reyes? Siguro nagkataon lang that they were together there in the show and Isang DJ na nagngangalang Katy something developed. Pero that’s not a Fairy ang ginagampanan ni Gladys recipe I think. Hindi naman ‘yun set in Reyes sa primetime series na Let the stone na ganun lagi ang nangyayari.” Kris slams Love Begin. Madali naman daw ang Megan also had the same senti- role niya, pero kinailangan lang niyang ments. dating rumors Taong 2007 nang unang gawin ng alalayan ang kanyang boses dahil “Ako naman kasi, pagdating sa work, Kapuso network ang Philippine version refuted talk about her seeing madalas siyang paos. work lang talaga. And Tom is a friend ng well-loved Mexicanovela na Mari several men, stressing that she has “been “Nagka-acid reflux ako eh, kaya of mine, and parang for us ‘Let’s just do Mar. Ito ay pinagbidahan ng ngayong single since 2010.” madalas po akong paos. I consulted an it na work lang talaga.’ Good friend ko Kris clarified on Instagram the rumor Kapuso Primetime King and Queen na ENT doctor para sa throat ko. Actually talaga siya, even before pa, magka-work linking her to a politician and an athlete sina Dingdong Dantes at , may ginawa pong proseso, ‘yung na kami, nagkasama na kami dati. Hindi described as already having a girlfriend. isang pagtatambal na nauwi sa kasalan While Kris did not mention names, some videostroboscopy. Siyempre kapag DJ, pa naman kami ganun ka-close, pero sana noong nakaraang taon. tabloids identified the latter as Azkals kailangan buo ang boses. Nag-consult doon sa bonding na mayroon na kami Kaya naman hindi nakaligtas ang player James Younghusband. pa ako sa ENT doctor para medyo from our previous show and our work- “I was shown links & screen grabs bagong Mari Mar at Sergio na sina Me- mabawasan ang pagkapaos ko,” kuwento shop, sana makita onscreen na maging of several gossip items linking me to gan Young at Tom Rodriguez sa tanong ng Gawad Urian Best Supporting reel, hindi real.” several people, 1 of them is very much na kung matutulad ba sila kina Mr. and in love w/ his girlfriend & categorically I Actress. Hindi ba posible na may mabuong Mrs. Dantes. say that ‘news item’ is a freaking lie – it’s Aniya, may mga pagkakataon pa ring pagkakamabutihan sa kanilang dalawa? Ayon kay Tom, hindi naman daw nila embarrassing because the couple have namamaos siya pero mas kontrolado na “Hindi talaga (laughs)!” patawang been nice to Bimb & me,” Kris posted. kontrolado ang expectations ng viewers. niya ngayon. sagot ni Megan. James and her brother Phil previously “At least alam ko na ‘yung throat appeared as guests on her morning show “Kris TV.” exercises para naman kapag may mga According to rumor mills, Kris and James eksenang kailangan kong gumanap as a were spotted together in some events. DJ, ay maabot ko ‘yung range ng boses.” Last week, Kris and her son Bimby Samantala, ibinahagi rin ng aktres Sarah on Piolo: watched the Azkal’s match against ang ilan sa mga detalye tungkol kay Bahrain. It was also said the football Baka isipin niya, masyado ko siyang player watched Darren Espanato’s recent Katy Fairy. concert, where Bimby also performed. “Feeling ko pasama nang pasama. pinapantasya As to the alleged politician, Kris said, Kasi noong una, ‘di ba pa-cute lang ang “Nobody, in particular a politician has pagiging masama ko? Ngayon, to the been passing by our home at midnight, or point na ihuhulog ko siya sa hagdan, Sarah Geronimo says working with is magawa nang tama ang role ko bilang building a home near us, again that item itutulak ko si Aiai. Kasi nga, parang in their first movie girlfriend niya na naging ex niya.” is a baseless lie.” hindi ko matanggap na mayroon akong together, “The Breakup Playlist”, is a So did they get to do a kissing scene? Kris again stressed she has been single for the last five years. kaagaw [sa pagiging sikat na DJ] sa Sky dream come true for her. “Lahat naman “Basta abangan n’yo na lang sa movie. Seemingly alluding to her failed FM station. So parang gagawin niya ang yata, gusto siyang Maiinggit kayo.” romance with Quezon City Mayor Herbert lahat kahit makasagasa ng ibang tao, makapareha, e,” she In the movie, Piolo plays Gino, a band Bautista, she added, “I’m no longer basta lang mapangalagaan niya ‘yung says. vocalist who recruits Sarah as Trixie, considering the very brief dating that estado niya.” We remember a law student, to join their band and happened last year as a relationship,” she said. her saying it’s really be his singing partner. They have great Kris may not have a special someone, her ardent wish to chemistry on stage and this leads to but she assured followers she is “super work with Papa P romance even off stage. But things go okay.” and have a kissing awry when Piolo’s insecurities get the “FINALLY super okay w/ where my life Come and Join the 2015 scene with him. better of him, leading to their break up is, my heart isn’t desperate to latch on to another because being on my own is ANCOP Walk. Aug.15, “Konti lang naman. and Sarah’s leaving the band. They meet comfortable… I am not claiming to be 2015 Saturday. David Pe- Baka naman isipin ni Piolo na masyado again when their fans call for a reunion happy, but comfy is a good place to ko siyang pinagpapantasyahan. Actually, concert. Will they discover that love is be… And sincerely, w/ everything I’ve caut Square, 215 King St. noong nagsu-shoot na kami, parang truly lovelier the second time around? experienced regarding relationships – W. Toronto. Register @ surreal. Grabe, si Piolo kasama ko. Na- super QUOTA na, kaya AWAT na..” nga ako. Pero habang nagsu- www.ancopcanada.org shooting, ang naging main concern ko na

fFIRST, SECOND AND THIRD PHOTOS TAKEN FROM PINOY FIESTA. fourth, Fe Taduran poses with heart Evangelista and Mikey Bustos. 18 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 Canada Gladys S. Calderon Licensed Travel Consultant Toronto preps up for Taste of Manila II, August 22 to 23

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JENNYLYN IS STILL SEXIEST TIDBITS After winning best actress in the last Metro Filmfest for “English Only, Please”, she now wins as FHM’s Sexiest Shaina reveals Woman this year, which is quite a feat considering that she’s already a single mom and her son Alex Jazz is now four years old. You have to more details give it to her as she really knows how to take good care of her sexy figure by working out regularly and indulging in various sports. about project with This is her first time to win the coveted title and she bested out her Matteo Same-sex chief rival, Andrea Torres, also a Kapuso actress. She posted her thanks in her social media account: “Thank you so much to everyone marriage too who voted for me to be this year’s FHM Sexiest Woman. Sobrang hot to handle nakaka-flatter to be recognized as someone you consider as sexy.” Not only that, Jen is shooting a new movie, “Pre-Nup”, with for SC? to be shot in New York no less, and she will have an entry again in the coming December film festival, “Walang Forever”, this time pairing her with JM de Guzman of the indie hit “That Thing Called ”. Take MANILA - The road to note that Jen is a Kapuso and her leading men in both new movies the approval of same-sex she’s doing are Kapamilya. She has also put up her own business, a marriage in the country by salon and spa in Quezon City. the Supreme Court (SC) may As far as her lovelife is concerned, she continues to deny that she not be as smoothly paved as and ex-BF have kissed and made up, despite constant ABS-CBNnews.com in the United States. sightings of them being cozy with each other. Someone says they’re Posted at 06/29/2015 5:28 PM More than a month before just not ready yet to proclaim that “love is lovelier the second time https://instagram.com/ the landmark ruling of the around”. But they are surely getting there. There’s talk that GMA7 p/2ik7eXLgeO/embed/?v=4 US Supreme Court allowing is bringing them back together again in the upcoming soap, “The Faithful Husband”, but we’re not sure if Jen MANILA -- Remember when same-sex marriage in all US would agree to play the role of the unfaithful wife? hinted last states, a petition was filed in month that she will be working the Philippines’ high court on an upcoming project with seeking a similar decision. ? In a 31-page petition filed At that time, she said the last May 18, lawyer Jesus project be a weekly series and Nicardo Falcis III asked the if it pushes through, it will SC to nullify and declare as be her first-ever project with unconstitutional provisions of Guidicelli. the Family Code, which laid More than a month later, down the legal framework I am not anorexic Magdayao offered more details for the ban on same-sex about the project, which it turns marriage. Naglabas Sabi pa ni Kris, “Most people think having out will be a “weekly series” for The SC, however, did ng kanyang a naturally small build is a gift, others think it’s cable channel . not immediately act on saloobin si Kris sickening, or serious conditions like anorexia. The series, with the title the petition when justices Bernal tungkol “Trust me when I say I’ve heard it all! Most “Single\Single” is written by resumed session last June 16 sa pangungutya comments are really snide! Lilit Reyes and will be helmed following a six-week recess. at hindi “I know I don’t need to prove anything to anyone. by award-winning indie film An insider told magagandang Besides, this is just one video. director Pepe Diokno, whose that most justices consider komento ng “And like you, I’m sick of constantly defending films include “Engkwentro” and the case as a ‘’rather sensitive’’ ibang tao tungkol myself about my figure. “Above the Clouds.” one that ‘’might be too tough sa kanyang “In this industry, everyone is just body obsessed. https://instagram.com/ to resolve.’’ kapayatan. “Sweethearts, being small doesn’t necessarily p/4ZVwPQLgTm/embed/ According to the Sa kanyang equate to having an eating disorder or being anorexic! captioned/?v=4 source, the Falcis case was Instagram “It’s pretty obvious that the answer is: GENETICS.” According to Magdayao, included in the agenda but account, nag- Samantala, sa live guesting nila ng ka-loveteam na she will be playing Joee in the the magistrates deferred post si Kris si sa StarTalk nitong Sabado, June 27, series, which she also described acting on it even when they ng maiksing sinagot din ni Kris ang pagkukuwestiyon sa estado ng as “light and funny.” usually seek comments from video kung saan kanyang kalusugan dahil sa kanyang slim figure. Work on “Single\Single” will respondents without giving makikita siyang “I’m not sick, I’m not anorexic, I don’t have eating begin next week, even if she is due course to petitions. kumakain, disorder,” sabi ni Kris hinggil sa isyu. still busy with the hit fantasy ‘’It was not taken up,’’ the kalakip ang Pumapayat daw si Kris ngayon dahil nagwu- series “Nathaniel.” source revealed, noting that caption para workout siya sa gym at mahilig din siya sa physical “This is it!” she wrote in the the case was likewise no ipagtanggol ang sarili laban sa kanyang mga kritiko. activities, gaya ng pole dancing at pagsasayaw. caption. “My first time to work longer included in the agenda Ayon sa Kapuso star, pagod na siya sa pagtatanggol Sinabi rin ni Kris na gusto lang niyang patunayan with Matteo G, our director when the justices again sat in sa sarili laban sa mga bumabatikos sa kanyang payat sa mga tao na kaya niyang maging mature, maging Pepe Diokno and our super session last week. na pangangatawan. sexy, at magpakita ng katawan. talented team Here we go... The source – a member Narinig na rin daw niya ang lahat ng pambabatikos. Bahagi raw ito ng kanyang intensiyong makakuha Interesting exciting days ahead.” of the Court who spoke “I’m sick of constantly defending myself about my ng mas mature at mas malalim na roles. on condition of anonymity figure,” bahagi ng pahayag ni Kris sa social media. because the case is pending and for lack of authority to speak for the Court – expressed belief that there is no urgency in ruling on Boy studying in sidewalk goes viral Falcis’ petition. The magistrate explained their house was destroyed by fire. that unlike in the US, no law MANILA - The photos of a young boy studying along Every night, Cabrera, who is a Grade 3 student, ‘’expressly allowing’’ same-sex a sidewalk in Cebu is now making the rounds online. patiently studies under the lights of the nearby fast The photos, taken and posted on Facebook by food chain branch. marriage in the country has student Joyce Torrefranca, show Daniel Cabrera He said despite their current situation, he is been passed yet, suggesting reading and writing on a book on top of a wooden determined to finish his studies to be able to help his that the case may still be bench. family. His mother is already a widow and one of his premature. The boy is seen sitting on his legs along the side- siblings is sick, he said. Asked on the chances of an walk, outside a branch of fast food chain Mcdon- A teacher of Cabrera, Rosalina Detuya, is im- SC approval on the petition, ald’s. pressed by the boy’s perseverance. the insider did not directly “For me as a student, it just hit me a lot, like big “Masayang bata din si Daniel. Matalino din siya. respond and said it might be time,” shared Torrefranca. “I seldom go to coffee Sumasagot talaga siya during class discussion, ‘’too early to tell.’’ shops to study. And then this kid, he doesn’t have participative talaga siya,” Detuya said. anything but he has dedication to study.” After the photos have gone viral, the local social Court observers, however, Nine-year-old Daniel Cabrera studies along a side- ABS-CBN News found the nine-year-old Cabrera welfare officer visited the Cabrera family to know SAME SEX walk in Cebu. Photos courtesy of Joyce Torrefranca in a nearby eatery, where his mother and sibling work. what assistance it can offer to the boy and what continued from page 27 The Cabrera family has no permanent home since livelihood assistance it can give to his mother. 20 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 of the movie, then we are 100 percent on People her side. ...are Sarah Geronimo Where have all the Popsters gone? Sarah’s rabid fans seem slacking, evidenced by talking the performance of their idol’s latest studio album. It took eight long months for Perfectly about Imperfect to reach platinum status. That’s a relatively If we are to ask FHM loyal readers, mediocre sales they see the Kapuso star not just a hot performance momma but the hottest and sexiest compared to female star the recent there is. Votes albums released have been by other Kapamilya stars. did cast and the it in 60 days while Kathryn Bernardo in mother of less than 30 days. Can’t they afford to buy a six-year- Sarah’s CDs that’s why they just watch old kid has the MVs on YouTube? been named the 2015 FHM Sexiest Sarah Lahbati Woman. She took over the top spot from other single She could have been Kapuso’s brightest ladies Andrea Torres and Ellen Adarna, star but that didn’t happen and we all who were leading in the votes a few know why. Sarah is now free (using free weeks ago. for lack of better terms) and she can’t wait to show her fans her The Voice Kids singing and dancing skills Who can’t get enough of talented kids once she with overflowing potential? The talent steps on her show is yet again lording social media, new mother not to mention the ratings race. Many network’s lot. of the kids in the hit reality-singing Sarah has search are better at what they do than recently signed a contract with Viva adults with 10 times as much practice Artist Agency to be ’s and experience. So just prepare to be exclusive contract star. Can Viva and the amazed. Kapatid network do wonders for her fading career?

Anne Curtis Judy Ann touched by decision to wait for her When talking about online presence SAME SEX MARRIAGE and social media influence, the Communications Secretary Herminio MANILA - Judy Ann Santos admitted continued from page 1 Kapamilya Coloma Jr. said the Philippines will not that she shed tears when Dreamscape darling is a legalize divorce has been met with stiff recognize the union of same-sex couples Entertainment Television, the producer of rock star. In opposition by the Catholic Church in wed in the United States and foreign her upcoming series “Someone to Watch a list called the Philippines. countries where gay marriage is legal. Over Me,” decided to postpone the show Twitter’s “If the proposal to legalize divorce, Under the Family Code of the until she is ready to go back to work. Early this month, Dreamscape said it is 100 Most which has been legal in the US for ages, Philippines, “marriage is a special contract of permanent union between “willing to wait” for Santos to give birth Powerful has yet to hurdle the committee level, before they resume production. a man and a woman entered into Women in how could [a bill to legalize] same-sex “Alam mo hindi ko in-expect na ganun the World, marriage have any hope in our country in accordance with law for the ang outcome, ang decision ng Dreamscape. released today?” asked Ilocos Norte Rep. Rodolfo establishment of conjugal and family The last time I spoke to them regarding by a UK Fariñas. life.” my condition, ako pa nga ang nagsabi na based media The lawmaker has opposed the okay lang ibigay na lang sa iba kasi ayaw ko network and a marketing company, passage of House Bill 4408, which seeks Wider acceptance namang maging greedy dun sa thought na Anne made it to no. 37 just one notch to legalize divorce, because it supposedly dapat sa akin iyan, project ko iyan,” she told PEP.ph in an interview. below Beyoncé. She also remains the In a 5-4 vote, the US Supreme Court violates the Constitutional provision on Nonetheless, the actress feels grateful that no. 1 most followed Twitter account in the State’s duty to protect the family. last week ruled that same-sex marriage Dreamscape the Philippines and the first Filipino to is legal in all 50 states. The decision has values her. hit the 8 million followers mark. Proposals won’t prosper received an overwhelmingly positive “Ayaw ko response in the US, and in different namang ibitin Echoing Fariñas’ view, Isabela Rep. countries. While chances of legalizing ‘yung cast, ‘yung Rodolfo Albano III said no move to same-sex marriages in the Philippines crew, ‘yung staff ...are NOT ng dahil lang sa legalize same-sex marriage in the country remain slim, Gabriela party-list Rep. Luz Ilagan, an author of the divorce akin. Everybody will prosper in Congress. needs to earn talking about bill, is optimistic that the landmark US “There’s no hope for that (legalizing a living so when they texted me the full same-sex unions). If we don’t have any Supreme Court ruling will pave the way announcement of Dreamscape, siyempre Cherie Gil divorce law, how do you think a law on for Filipinos — including her colleagues nandoon ‘yung grateful ako, nandoon ‘yung same-sex marriages is going to pass?” — to slowly warm up to the idea of pagpapatulo ng luha,” she said. The veteran actress known for her villain he asked. Aside from his colleagues’ passing related legislation. Santos is also worried that she might not roles wants Bituing Walang Ningning, opposition, 1-BAP Rep. Silvestre Bello, “Here in the Philippines, there are be able to return to showbiz immediately The Musical a former Justice secretary, said Filipinos’ countless members of the LGBT after giving birth. to stop using “Hindi ko rin masabi kung kailan ako conservative culture is a deterrent to the community who are in a relationship the famous makakabalik kasi panigurado magiging legalization of same-sex unions. though they can’t have benefit of line “You’re balloon ako nun but I’m very grateful. Sana “Knowing the Filipino culture and the marriage. Hopefully, the decision of the nothing but talaga mahintay nila ako,” she said. influential Catholic Church’s position US Supreme Court will help Filipinos In “Someone to Watch Over Me,” which a second rate, on the matter, same sex marriage in our gain wider acceptance of the changes was first announced in March, Santos plays trying hard, country has only two chances: slim and happening in society,” she said. an NBI agent who meets a business tycoon copycat,” none,” he said. Last May, a young lawyer asked the portrayed by Richard Yap. which she Malacañang said it is leaving it up Supreme Court to allow same-sex unions Other cast members include Diether uttered in the to Congress to discuss the issue of but magistrates have yet to decide on the Ocampo, , and Tirso Cruz III. 1985 Viva hit Onat Diaz and Trina Dayrit were introduced legalizing same-sex marriages. There is matter movie of the same title. Her ludicrous at the time as directors of the project. currently no bill pending in Congress demand made us laugh, really. Unless which seeks to recognize such unions. she was the scriptwriter or the director JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 21 Entertainment

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Kim Chiu reveals initial reaction when ‘Etiquette for Mistresses’ was offered to her

Kim Chiu will be embarking on what she considers to be her most challenging role to date in Etiquette for Mistresses. Julie Anne impresses During the movie’s story conference, Kim described American music producer her role as a mistress as something that is “far from Julie Anne San Jose says she was shocked when she my comfort zone role. heard the news that she is pregnant and the father is Sobra siyang iba. It’s really Kapamilya actor . “Nagulat talaga ako kasi challenging kaya ako go for Barbie Forteza may video pa raw kami,” she says at her solo presscon challenge.” for the launch of the music video of her single, “Tidal According to her, it at Andre Paras, Wave,” that was shot in the U.S.A. no less. “Paano kaya would be her first time to mangyayari ‘yun, e hindi kami magkakilala at all. Ni hindi nagkaka- take on such role since she ko pa nga siya nami-meet in person. Ayoko na sanang is quite popular for playing sagutin ‘yan, kasi mamaya, ma-bash ako’t maakusahan developan na? cute and good girl roles just namang nanggagamit ng iba para ako mapag-usapan.” Nag-uumapaw ang blessings like the ones in Past Tense Julie Anne is so lucky to have met American record ngayon sa buhay ng The Half Sisters and Bride for Rent. producer Sydney Omen Brown from Harlem in L.A. last star na si Barbie Forteza. Kaya di Turns out, it was Kris year. He saw her show then invited her to record not just maiwasang usisain din ng 24 Oras Aquino who convinced Kim to join the cast after she was among the one but three music videos. This means Brown, who has kung pati ang love life niya ay nagbu- first ones to be cast for it and after reading the script. produced songs for artists like Ludacris and Lil Wayne, bloom ngayon. “Nung nabasa ko, nagte-taping tayo nu’n ‘di ba (Kim)? Sabi ko, really believes in her talent. Maliban sa tagumpay ng kanyang ‘Kimmy ikaw ‘to! This is you.’ Tapos sabi niya, ‘Ate ‘di ako sure.’ Sabi Aside from “Tidal Wave”, alight upbeat tune, she afternoon prime drama at ilang ko, ‘Kaya mo, ikaw ‘to’”” Kris shared. also did the music videos for the songs “Not Impressed” endorsements, ga-graduate si Barbie sa The Kris TV host added, “Kasi when you’re reading a script mapi- (which she says has an urban R&B underground sound) high school ngayong buwan. picture mo in your mind’s eye, kitang kita mo talaga.” and “Forever” (which she says is more mature.) “Alam ng lahat ng artistang nag- For Kim, the thing that she couldn’t do in the film was the very She is paired with a handsome Caucasian guy aaral ‘yan, na sobrang hirap pagsabayin essence of it—becoming a mistress. named Kyle in “Tidal Wave” and the video ends with kahit home school ka or regular “Sabi ko ‘Ate hindi ko kaya.’ Tapos kinausap ako ni Tita Malou them being shown about to kiss each other. The video school,” bungad nito sa kanyang [Santos] sabi ko ‘Tita Malou hindi ko kaya,’” Kim recalled her earlier ends just before their lips touch. “Ay, hindi natuloy, bitin!” panayam. conversations with Kris and with the head. say the writers present at the launch of the video. “Parehong mahirap, pero kasi gusto After much thinking though, Kim said she was eventually able to “Talagang hanggang doon lang po ‘yon,” says naman natin ‘yung ginagawa natin, wholeheartedly accept the role. Julie Anne, who is now so slim and sexy, with a 23-inch wala naman tayong gustong i-give up, “Sabi ko sige kakayanin ko ngayong medyo 25 nako, I think waistline. She can really hit it big given the right projects. i-pu-push natin,” patuloy niya. pwede na. Tsaka sila ‘yung kasama ko, choosy ka pa ba?” pertaining Right now, she’s hosting “Day Off” on GNTV, is part of Ayon sa parehong ulat ay to her co-stars Kris, , Claudine Barretto and Cheena. “” and “”, and will soon pupuntang Japan ang The Half Sisters Mostly though, Kim explained that what really got her to say yes be seen in the soap, “Buena Familia”, where she plays cast and staff para lalong pagandahin was the movie’s women empowerment aspect. eldest daughter of Angelu de Leon and Bobby Andrews. ang kanilang palabas. “Hindi ko naman siya gagawin kung hindi magiging magandang “Kapatid ko sina Julian Trono and Mona Louise Ibinahagi ni Barbie, “May example sa mga tao, parang magandang story,” she said. Rey, but our dad has an older daughter from a previous mababaliw, at may mas mababaliw. Like Kris, Claudine likewise revealed Kim’s earlier apprehensions relationship, si Kylie Padilla. Kylie is paired with Martin Merong magkakaroon ng problema which mostly dealt with her public image. del Rosario while me, kay Jake Vargas.” pagdating sa relasyon.” “I was telling Kim nga kanina na nung nine-nerbyos siya the One writer wants to know: “May chemistry ba kayo Kasama rin sa success ng show ang whole time sa mga concerns niya. Basta sabi ko 25 years old na siya ni Jake?” nakakakilig na on-cam chemistry nina and actress siya, iniisip niya kanina na paano daw ‘yung fans niya? “Meron naman po yata,” she replies. “Kaya lang Barbie at Andre Paras. Off-cam kaya Dati daw ganito buhok niya, tapos ngayon ganito na ka-iksi ang suot hindi ako puwede mag-heels pag magkaeksena kami.” ay nagkaka-developan na ang dalawa? niya,” Claudine said. Honestly, we think that it would be best for her to “Hindi din. Hindi totoo ‘yun. Hindi In the end, the returning actress shared her earlier words of be paired with , who has been without a ko alam kung saan nanggaling ‘yun,” wisdom for Kim. “Sabi ko sa kanya mas gugustuhin ng fans niya na soap for six months now and to whom she was linked be- paggiit nito na magkaibigan lamang makita ‘yung pagiging aktres mo, so mag-e-evolve ka.” fore. Like her, Alden doesn’t have a regular ka-loveteam sila. To this, Kim exclaimed: “Galing ‘yan sa kanilang lahat, choosy pa now after her team up with Elmo Magalona broke up. We “Pero masaya ako na siya ‘yung ba ako? Go!” believe Julie Anne and Alden will look good together naka-love team ko kasi wala rin akong The Etiquette for Mistresses is based on a book written by Jullie on screen and if they’re paired in a soap, we have no reklamo sa kanya. Napaka-gentleman Yap-Daza which will be directed by Chito Rono. doubt it will be a big hit. niya,” dagdag ni Barbie.

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FIRST, Ontario Filipino Women”s Club (OFWC) held their Induction of new Officers at Palace Restaurant on June 16, 2015. Rebecca Reyes is the new President. SECOND, Miss Little Philippines PIDC 2015 top 3 winners are Maya Kristen Cieslar (1st runner-up), Paola Julianne Panganiban (crowned Miss Little Philippines), and Samantha Rose Pereira (2nd runner-up). THIRD, Janelle Apresto (2rd runner-up), Conida Marie Halley (crowned Miss Philippines PIDC 2015), Marina Saleeb (1st runner-up) ALL PHOTOS BY ARIEL RAMOS 22 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 stand by Ate Hunk Shot Grace Poe Lovi is now busy taping “Beauti- ful Strangers” that will be aired on GMA’s primetime Telebabad. She appears with real Milad is life beau Rocco an active Nacino and with athlete of good friend Heart Father Goetz Evangelista. How Secondary does she feel that School. He Rocco and Heart plays football, FOR Lovi Poe, it’s not an have a kissing scene track and issue if her Ate Grace is an ad- in the story? “Nakakatuwa lang, field, shot put opted child. wala namang problema as we’re and javelin. He “I don’t know why some all aware that part ‘yun ng job is representing people are making a big issue namin as actors.” his school out of it,” she says. “Natakot yata for ROPSAA. Lovi is sad that her new sa kanya now that she might run He is very movie, “Lakambini”, about the outgoing. He is for higher office. life of Gregoria de Jesus or Ka very close to Eh, never namang inilihim Oryang, didn’t make it in the his family. He ang katotohanan maski noon list of the top 8 of the entries in loves music. pa. As far as I’m concerned, it’s the Metro-Manila Filmfest this Someday, he no big deal and at the end of December. “Sayang nga, number wants to be a the day, I still consider her my 10 daw kami sa listahan. Pero video designer. sister. And I know anuman ang in case merong hindi matutuloy paninirang gawin nila sa kanya, roon sa mga nakuha nila, we will she can handle it. The way I see be reconsidered. But our pro- her, matapang at matatag siyang ducers say tuloy pa rin daw ang Milad Kalash babae na hindi basta mawawasak movie kahit hindi mapasali sa ng mga paninira ng ibang politi- festival.”“ cians sa kanya.”

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recent PEPList Awards at Solaire Hotel. the horror hit, “Gabi ng Lagim”. Andre on Barbie His TV show, “Amazing Race Philippines, “I’m really glad na Direk Perci Intalan Season 2”, won as best talk-variety show considered me for the role kasi bagay na Between us, she is more experienced and he himself won as best talk-variety talaga akong Lola Basyang now that I’m show host. 70 years old,” she says. “I have nine grand rienced sa acting between the two “I really want to thank PEP for the children of us. I’d really like to take serious honor,” he says. “And also TV5 for giving now and my acting workshops to help hone me me the chance to do Season 2 of ‘Amaz- husband (Atty. but as of now, walang time sa dami ing Race’. Baka dahil sa awards ng PEP, King Rodrigo) ng ginagawa ko, e.” magka-season 3 na kami.” has eight, In real life, he has yet to have Derek is also happy that the U.S. TV so bale 17 a girlfriend, but in ‘Half Sisters’, he show, ‘Planet Primetime’ on the Travel na lahat ang is torn between Barbie and Win- Channel is featuring him and the finale apo ko. But wyn Marquez. “Puwede ko naman special of his adventure-reality program, today’s Lola Basyang is so different kasi silang pagsabayin. I know what to ‘Extreme Series’. For our country, it became high tech na siya. Bale tatlo lang ang apo do. Joke, joke, joke!” he says. interested with Derek’s ‘Extreme Series’ niya rito. One is with her in person, but So isn’t he looking for love? featuring daredevil stunts. two are abroad. One is in Guam and one is “At this point, hindi pa ako handa. This is indeed quite an accomplish- in Japan, pero kinukuwentuhan pa rin niya Kung may karelasyon man ako sa ment for Derek, establishing him as the through Skype. So, global na siya in the age ngayon, it’s my career. Pinasok ko most daring and courageous among our TV of the Internet, but her stories continue to ito, so I want to make good in it. hosts today. impart good values and tradition.” Andre Paras is a possible gold-mine for I want to focus on it muna and Did she ever think she’d play to get a GMA7, a network which lacks enough I don’t wanna be distracted. But if ever No man for Jasmine yet title role again? “No, kasi kaming senior good leading man material. Andre certainly maghahanap ako ng karelasyon, it will have after Sam stars, accepted na naming the networks get fills the bill as he is young at 19 and has to be someone who will help make me us mainly to give strong support to the new matinee idol mestizo good looks. He also grow as a person, ‘yung positive ang magig- stars that they’re building up. But God is Jasmine Curtis Smith is happy to star has the advantage of not being vertically ing influence sa akin.” good. With this, I come full circle on TV. challenged as he stands a towering 6’3”. in the premiere episode of “LolaBasyang. Kasi my very first show was in the original He started well in his first movie, Viva’s Iza Calzado hopes to ex- com”, TV5’s reinvention of TV5, “Dance o Rama”, in 1963, where I “Diary ng Panget”, as support to James the Severino Reyes clas- met my first husband, Pete Roa. And now, Reid, and his first foray into TV soaps plore theater acting more sic “Mga Kuwento ni Lola 50 years later, I’m doing ‘Lola Basyang’ is also a big success, “The Half Sisters,” Basyang”. with the new TV5. Actually, katatapos ko which has been the number one afternoon There’s no stopping Iza Calzado from Has she found a new lang gawin with them ang ‘Baker King’ as drama series for over a year now. But Andre challenging herself into doing different love after her breakup with Mark Neumann’s lola. My character just should be careful with his next moves to roles and projects. ? “No, and died last week. I’ve also taped a new soap make sure his winning streak continues. After being in the industry for 13 years I prefer it that way. I’m focusing on my on ABS-CBN, ‘Walang Iwanan’, with new It was a mistake for him to be a support already, where she mainly focused on TV work right now. I’m hosting ‘Happy Truck child actors. Three weeks ang exposure ko to Bret Jackson in the dismal flop that was and movies, Iza finally tried her hand at ng Bayan’ and I’m enjoying going to vari- roon since mamamatay rin ako on its 3rd “Your Place or Mine” and we think it’s also theatre. Iza stars in “Sabel: Love and Pas- ous barangays, like Gagalangin in Tondo week. And I’ll soon start another new soap another misstep to launch him in a movie sion,” a musical play inspired by National where I’ve never been to before, to stage on GMA7. I’m so blessed na nakakatawid opposite . At this point, if Artist Benedicto ‘BenCab” Cabrera’s mas- our shows. I’m also venturing into theatre. ako sa tatlong top networks.” Andre would make a movie, his best bet terpiece. I want to try doing a stage play as I know She just celebrated her first wedding would be to be paired with Barbie Forteza “It’s a story about a woman who gave her it’ll help improve my craft.” anniversary with Atty. King a few weeks as their loveteam in “Half Sisters” already heart, put her heart in everything she did. Has she seen Sam since their split? ago. “Yes, we had a vacation in the States has its own following. Viva should have just She became this rebel, but she still gave her “Please, let’s not just talk about him any- and we came back last Tuesday. By Thurs- borrowed Barbie from GMA Artist Center heart. She fought with her heart,” she said. more. Tapos na ‘yun. It will just open up day, nagte-taping na ako for ‘Lola Basyang’. and paired the two of them in a movie Iza enjoys doing “Sabel,” so she would more intrigues, so quiet na lang.” We’re still on our honeymoon stage. I’m so that could have been a co-production with like to explore acting in theatrical plays The pilot episode of “Lola B.Com”, happy. Iba magmahal ang nasa autumn na GMA Films. In all honesty, a movie with more in the future. Amid her busy schedule, hosted by Boots Anson Roa as Lola Basy- ng buhay. Maalaga.” Yassi doesn’t seem to have a spark at all. Iza makes sure to balance her career and ang of the new generation, will start on July It’s good Atty. King allows her to be so At the thanksgiving presscon of “Half relationship with boyfriend Ben Wintle. 11. busy as an actress. “He understands as he’s Sisters”, Andre was asked if it’s possible “Madali na iyon. There’s always time also working full time. We’re able to work for him to fall for Barbie even off cam. for love. And if you love each other, you’ll Boots comes full circle it out. Ang dami ngang nagbibiro sa amin, “We don’t know,” he says. “Maybe in the understand how busy each every person is paano raw kami magkaka-baby? Pati si future. We never know, di ba? I mean, at any given time. It’s not like I’m busy ev- Boots Anson Roa is honored to be Cardinal Tagle, binibiro kami, kailan daw there’s nothing wrong with that. As of now, eryday but there are times when I’m really tapped to play Lola Basyang in TV5’s darating si Jonjon? By the power of the after one year of working together in ‘Half busy everyday. He’s more understanding reimagined version of the classic children’s Holy Spirit, para namang puwede pa akong Sisters’, Barbie and I have become really than I am,” she said. stories. In the past, Lola Basyang has been magka-baby,” she laughs. quite close. She was very helpful to me kasi When asked when do they plan to settle played by various actresses: Rosa Mia in the How is it working with Direk Perci in when I started, I’m not that good with my down, “Not anytime soon. We both are very Sampaguita Pictures’ version in the 60s, co- “Lola Basyang”? “Nasanay akong producer Pilipino at lagi akong nabubulol, so I often focused on our careers at the moment, try- median Chichay in the Regal Films’ version siya sa TV5. But he’s okay. I like his camera ask her before a take, ‘Barbie, okay ba ‘yung ing to make our dreams come true.” in the 80s, and Luz Fernandez on TV. On work and the way he handles the kids in pagde-deliver ko sa line ko?’ Kung hindi radio, it ran for several years in the 50s and the cast. Maganda ang tandem nila ni okay, then she says, ‘You can change it para Derek a big winner was one of the hits of the heydays of radio Direk Jun Lana. They complement each mas comfortable ka.’ She has given me a lot during that era, along with the soaps “Ilaw other.” of good advice kasi siya rin ‘yung mas expe- was a big winner at the ng Tahanan” and “Dr. Ramon Selga” and

Fiesta ng Kalayaan

Senator Enverga dropped by at Kalayaan festival and awarded a certificate to Ruffy Romano.

24 L. M. Confidential JULY 2015 JULY 2015 ADVOCATES continued from page 20 Spotlight cited ‘’religious background’’ of the current SC justices as a possible factor. Most members of the SC are devout Catholics, while Chief Justice Ma. AVENIDA RIZAL 1960’S Lourdes Sereno is an active member of a born-again Christian church. But the insider stressed that they only base their decisions as magistrates on legal and constitutional considerations, citing their earlier ruling upholding the legality of the Reproductive Health Law despite vehement opposition from the Catholic Church. Despite the development in the US, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) said over the weekend that it will maintain what it has always taught about the sacrament of matrimony: that marriage “is a permanent union of a man and a woman, in the complementarity of the sexes and the mutual fulfillment that the union of a man and a woman brings into the loftiness of the matrimonial bond.” In his petition, Falcis specifically assailed Articles 1 and 2 of the Family Code, which limited marriage as between a man and a woman. The provisions define marriage as “a special contract of permanent union between a man and a woman entered into in accordance with law for the establishment of conjugal and family life” and “the foundation of the family and inviolable social institution.” Falcis, who admitted his homosexuality in his petition, also questioned Articles 46 (4) and 55 (6) of the law, which Crossword set concealment of homosexuality or lesbianism as ground for annulment and Puzzle legal separation. He argued that the ban on same- sex marriage violates the rights of Mocha at FV Foods homosexuals and lesbians to due process and equal protection, to decisional and marital privacy and to found a family in accordance with their religious or irreligious convictions. Falcis further alleged that the Family Code was approved with grave abuse of discretion as it effectively repealed the 1949 Civil Code and the Constitution, which did not specify parties in a lawful marriage. He named the Civil Registrar- General as a respondent in the case. The Family Code was issued as Executive Order 209 in 1987 by the late former President Corazon Aquino. Falcis cited his “personal stake” in Manny Yanga, product advisor of the Scarborough Toyota is a major sponsor seeking relief from the high court, saying of Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation’s “Pinoy Fiesta & Trade Show.” he sustained direct injury from the ban Yanga brought with him a Toyota Car Display on June 27, 2015 to display duriung the successful festival. (Photos by J, T. Taduran, Jr.) - Romy Zetazate since he plans to marry in the country.

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Call Answers on Page 26 416-945-2336 JULY 2015 JULY 2015 L. M. Confidential 25 Piolo praises Life Hacks Sarah Piolo Pascual has only good words for Sarah Geronimo, his leading lady in his latest film offering titled The Breakup GOOD SLEEP = BETTER SEX Playlist. “Actually, I didn’t expect that one day we’re going to do a movie together,” he A good night’s sleep may be important Journal of Sexual Medicine. “Getting more sleep should not be says. “We’ve been co-hosts in ASAP for for a woman’s sex life, a small study In women who were in romantic expected to magically fix all sexual the longest time now and it’s a different suggests. relationships, each extra hour of sleep problems,” said the lead author, David A. experience shooting scenes with her Researchers recruited 171 female corresponded to higher levels of sexual Kalmbach, a postdoctoral resident at the almost every day. I got to know her better. college students, who completed well- desire, and a 14 percent increase in the University of Michigan. I discovered a lot of things about her validated questionnaires about sexual likelihood of sexual activity the next day. “Sexual problems often have multiple which earned my respect and admiration. distress, depression and anxiety. Then every Women with longer average sleep duration contributing factors, including mood, “For one, she loves her job so much. morning for the next two weeks, the study reported greater vaginal lubrication during relationship quality, partner availability The burning passion is evident. It’s a nice participants completed questionnaires on sex than those with shorter average sleep. and, now we know, sleep health. I think feeling to work with someone who’s on the sexual function over the past 24 hours and These effects persisted even after it is important for women and health same phase on how you want things work. sleep quality the night before, including controlling for age, sexual distress, daytime care professionals to be mindful of the The Breakup List is not your usual formulaic how long it took to fall asleep and total feelings of happiness or sadness, fatigue relationship between sleep and sexual potboiler. Definitely, it’s not easy to do sleep time. The study is online in The and the presence of menstruation. response.” since the material is different. “But I guess, Sarah and I were up to the challenge of coming up with an endearing project. We did our best and based on DANIEL AND ERICH TOPBILL ABS-CBN’S NEWEST initial feedback, we were successful in breathing life to our characters. I’m happy TELESERYE “” because my maiden team-up with her is a hit.” Real-life couple and “I am very happy because I’ll be working The award-winning actor considers his Erich Gonzales take their feel good ‘kilig’ with Erich. This is the first project with screen pairing with Sarah a dream-come- vibes to the small screen as they topbill me as the leading man, so I am really true. their own teleserye dubbed “Be My Lady,” thankful to the bosses for giving me this “That’s right! It’s my privilege. I know which airs soon on ABS-CBN. opportunity,” he added. that she is one of the best out there. She’s The two will give life to the love story Watch out for “Be My Lady” soon on always on top of her game. That’s the between a foreigner and a Pinay and show ABS-CBN. For more updates on the reason why I enjoyed doing scenes with viewers what goes on in an interracial program, follow @bemyladyABSCBN her. relationship. in Twitter and Instagram or like www. “She’s flexible. Whether it’s light or highly- “I am really excited about ‘Be My Lady’ facebook.com/bemyladyABSCBN in dramatic, she always gives it her best shot. because it’s a romantic comedy series with Facebook. As an artist, she still has lots to give so I’m a light and feel-good plot. This will also be In a separate interview with Daniel sure we’ll be seeing more great works from my first team-up with Daniel in our own by ABS-CBN.com’s HOTSPOT, the her in the coming days!” soap, so I really hope they will support us Filipino-at-heart model-actor confessed Off-cam, Piolo says the Pop Princess is in this project,” said Erich. that he waited so long for this big break. also tops. “Yes! Apart from her dedication to her craft, what’s amazing about Sarah is that she is a very kind girl. At the back of all Julia answers score the glamour is a simple lass, so unassuming. Not complicated She deserves all the triumph she enjoys between her and at present. It was really an unforgettable John Lloyd’s relationship with Angelica experience working with her in this project,” he ends. Kenzo Gutierrez that he and girlfriend actress have ended their relationship. Julia Barretto addressed the issue Cruz, in an interview with DZMM’s Karen Julie clears rumours Davila and Victor de Leon Lima, said the circulating that she had a relationship public should not easily believe unverified Julie Ann San Jose sheds light to the rumor with Pinoy 737 housemate reports from media or those that surface in Kenzo Gutierrez, the internet. linking her romantically to Coco Martin. who’s known as the He also said that what is important is “Yes! After Alden (Richards), now they that he and Panganiban are happy. Astig Athlete of Que- say it’s Coco. And there’s a serious twist: Reports have surface that the two have that I’m pregnant! Ha-ha-ha! It’s really zon City. already broken up after a newspaper “He never became columnist wrote that the two were “due to funny,” she says. my boyfriend, kaya split up.” The talented Kapuso ward actually first The two neither confirmed nor denied medyo nakakatawa. He read it on Facebook. the issue until Cruz has finally spoken. “And I was surprised! In the first place, was my friend in grade Amid the breakup rumors, Panganiban school na sobrang tagal na pero never ko offered a sweet message for boyfriend the two of us don’t know each other on his 32nd birthday last personally. We haven’t been introduced, siya naging boyfriend,” she answered. “Kami. Ganun ka-simple (We are together. It’s Wednesday. that simple.).” so where did it come from?” She then wished Kenzo good luck on Panganiban shared a photo of Cruz laughing That was the uncomplicated answer of actor John Does she find Coco attractive? his stay at the Big Brother house while driving with the caption “I’ll never get tired Lloyd Cruz to complicated and persistent rumors making you laugh. Happiest birthday my Love.” “He’s okay. I admire his being a good actor.” If there are local male celebrities (Pop-ups are not though that Julie Ann has a crush on, it’s supposed to be Dennis Trillo and Gerald Anderson. Answers “That I would admit. For a long time Candid SPOOF taken seriously - Crossword EDITOR) now, I really admire these two guys. Both are handsome,” Julie Ann reveals. Hey wait for me. Don’t leave me. I cannot walk fast. For Sale Panasonic GH3 camera body $550

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