APRIL 2015 L ittleManilaConfidential Watch the Toronto concert. of Sarah Geronimo. on May 9 / 7:30pm at Born to Migrate? Roy Thomson Hall. More and more are emigrating ‘for the sake of the children’ Call Genelie Panaligan for concert tickets at MANILA - My old friend feels he has lost his youngest of all our people—were away from home. Of this number, 647-867-0740 son. The boy has moved to with his wife and over 4.9 million are migrants; and over 4.2 million are daughter. overseas contract workers. For , even Toronto is For many Filipino families, migrating is no longer a big now just a long commute away. Cell phones are handy, deal. Every day, some 3,000 of our people depart for foreign places, whether temporarily or for keeps. MIGRATE In early March, 10.4 million Filipinos—roughly 1 in 10 continued on page 11 GabRu GMA-7’s Newest Loveteam Gabbi Garcia & Ruru Madrid headlines Let The Love Begin

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Cash prices reprented, exclusive of HST. Vehicle costs as pictured: Camry XSE V6 $35,907. Corolla S 26,152. RAV4 Limited $26,152. Exclusive of HST. 2 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Cayetano favors Watch the Toronto concert of Sarah Kristoffer Martin Divorce Geronimo on May 9 at Roy Thomson Hall deny Bea Binene romance talk MANILA - With a survey showing at 7:30 pm. 6 out of 10 Filipinos in favor of divorce, Senator Pia Cayetano sees the need for Congress to begin discussions on the matter. While no bill legalizing divorce has yet Call Genelie Panaligan for been filed in the Senate, Cayetano said she can include it in proposed amendments to the Family Code. Sarah Geronimo concert She said the unavailability Kristoffer Martin denied that he and of divorce can be considered tickets at 647-867-0740 Bea Binene are dating. The actor discriminatory. “We consider that said he and Bea simply have similari- discriminatory because women are ties like hiking but that doesn’t mean forced to stay in a marriage that is that they are already dating. harmful to them, either physically Sarah Geronimo to Matteo: It’s funny that they are being linked or emotionally,” Cayetano said. The romantically now when he and Bea measure would also benefit men. have been working together since Cayetano said the survey show the ‘Seek God’ no matter what, ‘I “Tweenhearts.” Not because they people want divorce to be available. were seen together means they are “Your chairperson is ready to love you’ dating. Kristoffer explained that they present a bill in any form to initiate were with other friends when they had MANILA – Singer-actress Sarah Geronimo made her actor boyfriend Matteo Guidecelli the debates. But is Congress ready a recent hike. He also denied that cry on stage after surprising him with a performance, a heart- for it?” he is the reason why Bea and Jake felt message and a kiss on the cheek during his 25th birthday A predominantly Catholic Vargas broke up. He asked the public celebration. nation, the Philippines is one of not to make up stories. He assured, In a series of videos posted on Yes! Magzine’s Facebook only two countries in the world too, that his friendship with Bea won’t page, Sarah was seen singing Ed Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud” that prohibit divorce. For Cayetano, be affected by these controversies, and then emotionally extended her birthday wishes for Matteo. who sponsored the reproductive and that he’s open to work with her “I love you… Maraming salamat sa lahat ng pagmamahal mo. health law in the Senate amid strong in the future. He isn’t choosy with his You are now becoming a man and I am praying, lovie, that you Church opposition, this is not co-workers. He can work with anyone will continue to seek God, that you will become the man that something to be proud of. because it is up to GMA-7 who he is God has planned you to become, okay? Okay? Okay? Ako man “What does it mean? That we are going to work with. ang makatuluyan mo o hindi. Okay, Okay? I love you,” Sarah self-suffering? That we allow women, For now, Kristoffer has zero lovelife, said. They then did a duet of John Legend’s “All of Me.” or men for that matter, to stay in and he will focus on his work and his The actor looked very happy celebrating his special day with Sarah and his loved horrible relationships and possibly studies. He knows that the right girl will ones. “I would like to say thank you to everyone that made my birthday extra special. not even be good parents to their come along, so he doesn’t want to Thank you everyone for the birthday greetings. It meant a lot. Thank you to all the friends children simply because our law does force himself to look for her. and family that came to my celebration last night. I hope everyone had a great time! I’m not recognize that they should live In the end, Kristoffer also denied blessed to have amazing, loving people around me. Thank you!! #25 #blessed #good- separate lives?” she said. that he and ex-girlfriend Joyce Ching vibes,” Matteo said in his official Instagram account. have already gotten back together. They are just friends now, he added. APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 3 PIDC Hosts Farewell What The FACT? BY JOSE BAKING Party for ConGen

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EARTH HOURS by Tony A. San Juan, OCT. THIS VERSION OF MINE IS BETTER

Earth Hour is helping the environment by turning off the lights for one hour on The Philippine Independence March 23. I should get a Nobel Peace Prize then for Day Council -PDIC hosted environmentalism. an evening despedida - farewell party for the outgoing Philippine My Earth “Hours” is better. It lasts from 11PM-6AM and Consul General-Toronto from 6:30AM to 3PM. Monday to Friday. On Saturdays, Junever M. Mahilum - West on March 20, 2015 at Casa Sundays and holidays, it is from 11PM to 9AM, then Manila, North York. After 10AM to 6PM, then it resumes at 11AM to 6AM. In some serving for more than 3 years in parts of the world, their Earth Hours lasts 24 hours a the Toronto consulate post and day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year. recently promoted, Mahilum- Consul-General Junever Mahilum- West will now assume her West is greeted by PIDC President Norma Carpio at the PIDC diplomatic assignment as the despedida. new Philippine Ambassador to . Santiago, and Monina Lim - Rico Puno Again? recently that was launched at Prestige Bar. Sabi Organized by officers & Serrano . Apparently, Philippine entertainer Rico Puno ni Pareng Mon Datol, they started that last year. members of PIDC and led by The 5 - hour evening was criticized for some of his innuendo in his act He is surprised daw that another group has taken president Norma Carpio and celebration of kumustahans when they performed in Toronto recently. I have it over. Sabi naman daw ng mga nagpatakbo ng her 2 vice presidents Gene sans iyakan, speeches, singing, seen Rico Puno’s shticks before and it involves Mutya recently, Mon datol daw was there during Elamparo and Rory Elefano, native cuisine dining , photo sexually suggestive body movements and some the talks to run the pageant. Well, he said, they the dinner event was attended ops & selfies, networking dirty jokes. I will not even say green, or what said, hindi natin alam. by more than 70 notable leaders and fellowship was ably they call double-entendre here in Canada. There and personalities from various coordinated by event chair is no subtlety na nga. But, what else is new? You Name of my Pageant? FilCan community and Ontario Suzy Llanera . With a welcome cannot teach an old dog new tricks. People who Let me see. What name can I use if I want to start a multicultural , social & political speech by emcee Tom Tan and watch it know what he is going to say and do. But pageant? Miss Caregiver was started by one group organizations. opening address of S. Llanera, they watch it not because of that. They watch it which inspired my friend Mon Datol and Cecille Among those who graced and the program includes: Nene because of the other 90% of the act. If they have Araneta to start Anghel ng Tahanan. PIDC had said goodbyes to the departing Ticzon led the “grace before to put up with Rico Puno’s 10% dirty jokes that it’s Miss Philippines which made PCCF to call ConGen were members of meals” prayers, Jesse Pacetes are not even funny, well, it is a small price to pay their Miss the Liberal Caucus: MP stirringly sang the Philippines ika nga. Philippines- candidates Michael Levitt and Canada’s national anthems, Canada. (York Centre), Bill Morneau harmonica solo by Sid Ikeda of Not a Concert Venue Anymore The is Miss ( Toronto Centre), Salma the Japanese Cultural Centre, He was one of two reasons why a certain The Manila Zahid ( Scarborough Centre), Liberal Party leader Justin Prayer Palace Church does not rent out for of Fiesta Omar Alghabra( Mississauga Trudeau’s message( read by concerts anymore. Iyon ang alam ko. I do not Filipina. Centre), Gary Anandasangree Michael Levitt) and tribute know if it rents out to other groups or jsut Maybe, I will (Scarborough-Rouge Park) and songs rendered by diva Jennifer Filipinos. The other reason is John Lapuz who start one that Zubair Patel and Mazhar Shafiq, Camacho. In her closing ended his segment with a “FY,” in an attempt is called Miss representatives of MP Arnold remarks, PIDC prexy Norma at shock comedy before exiting stage right. He Maynila. If Chan and Ontario Premier Carpio aptly thanked the guests, was bombing in his act and that was what he somebody Kathleen Wynne, respectively. her officers and members and said. Prior to his appearance in that show, he was to start a Present too were: Michele bade her official pama-maalam was in Toronto as part of a concert at Molson Rose of the Philippines pageant, let us remember Serrano, MP Scarborough to the charming and admirable Amphitheatre. I cannot remember if it was with what Shakespeare said that a rose by any other Southwest nomination candidate ConGen. Pops Fernandez or Martin Nievera and he was name will smell jsut as sweet. If we call it Rafflesia and Julia Krupa, M. Levitt’s Guests, Canadians and funny at that time. I guess he had an off night at of the Pghilippines. Yes, such a flower exists in assistant. Filipinos alike, were sumptuously the Prayer Palace. the Philippines. It is literally just flower – without Also in attendance treated to native food favourites stems, branches, or leaves – and can grow to the were officers of Canadian such as: kare-kare, pancit size of a car tire. The odor – that’s right, odor, not Multicultural Council- Asians bihon, lumpia shanghai, lechon What’s in a Name? scent, not aroma, odor – of this Philippine flower in Ontario ( CMC-AO), Ika nga ni Shakespeare, “ a rose by any other kawali, chicken kawali, chicken can be downright offensive. But I guess it is not a namely: Henry Lee, Joe Chen name would smell jsut as sweet.” Apparently, tinola, with appetizers of salad, rose that’s why it smells bad. and Mr & Mrs Sid Ikeda . The there was a Mutya ng Manila or Maynila pageant kalamansi & orange iced tea, and FilCan community leaders are halo-halo and Mango sansrival Ted Dayno, Anita Diaz, Aida desserts. D’Orazio, Rafael Nebres & Bill The evening’s highlights Submit ads & press releases by Quibral .Media personalities centred on the presentation of include Fairchild- Talakayan plaque and token of appreciation April 15 for the May 2015 issue. Radyo producer Jess Cabrias, by PIDC prexy N. Carpio to Nelson Galvez & Tony A. San ConGen J. M. Mahilum-West Juan. and as well, the cutting of cake, Luminous Financial and courtesy of Casa Manila’s Mila World Financial Group, Nabor-Cuachon and karaoke major sponsors of PIDC sing-alongs. ittle anila 2015Mabuhay Festival were In her farewell address, Confidential represented by George Dela L M Ambassador Mahilum- West CORRESPONDENTS: Rosa, Neil Ceasario & Peaches expressed her profound EDITOR:. Jose Baking. Madarang and WFG president appreciation to the PIDC and TEL: 416-945-2336 Agnes Miranda, respectively. the community for honouring FAX: 416-363-2088 The PIDC Board and Council her with such a memorable EMAIL: Members present were : Amy celebration. 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Jermie San Pedro : Diwata Viado-East, Samantha progress and development” of & Emely Gavin, family of Pinky www.FilipinoGoodLife.com Ed Tubale our beloved native land.... ang Sheila Bacani Camangian & Hazel Knight, Elizabeth www.LMConfidential.com ating bansang Filipinas.( T. San Leggett, Alfonso Pico, Joseph Juan) youtube.com and type lmconfidential Redoblado, Ophelia Monterde 4 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 LAUGH Jen attend RESORT ex’s wedding Honey Shot PATRICK Garcia finally tied the knot A married man was having an with live-in partner Nicole “Nikka” affair with an Italian woman. One Martinez last Saturday, March 21, night, she confided in him that she Thea, as she was pregnant. is called is at Blue Bay Leaf in The man not wanting to ruin his graduating in Parañaque, and ex- reputation or his marriage, told the IBT program GF Italian woman he would pay her a was a no show even large sum of money if she would go in Brampton. if she earlier signified to to secretly have the child. She is aiming And If she stayed in Italy to raise her intention to attend the child, he would also provide to complete a the affair. But she sent child support until the child turned business program their love son, Alex Jazz, to be the ring 18. The Italian woman was skepti- in university. She bearer in his dad’s wedding. Patrick cal but she agreed, she then asked how he would know when the baby loves any desert and Nikka’s own daughter, Chelsea, was born. that includes was the flower girl and she was also To keep it discreet, he told her mangoes and celebrating her first birthday on that to simply mail him a post card, and day. write ‘Spaghetti’ on the back. And bubble tea. Thea once he got the postcard he would is very talented Someone close to Jennylyn says she then arrange for the child support in digital art cannot be blamed if she decided not to begin. to attend the affair. “Siyempre, moment and traditional One day, about 9 months later, ‘yun ni Patrick and naging misis niya,” he came home to his confused wife. art, and loves says Jen’s friend. “Ayaw naman niyang ‘Sweetie, she said, ‘you received a to draw animè very strange post card today from makaagaw pa ng eksena from them Italy.’ ‘Oh, just give it to me and characters. She kung sakaling pupunta siya roon, I’ll explain it later,’ he said. wants to be able kaya ‘yung anak na lang nila ang The wife said ok and then to inspire and pinapunta.” watched as her husband read the card, turned white, and fainted. send positive Honestly, we think it’s a wise decision. On the card was written: Spa- messages through No matter what people say, it’s not in ghetti, Spaghetti, Spaghetti. Two art. Thea good taste for a guy’s ex to attend with meatballs, one without. Send his wedding to another woman. We’re extra sauce. is an honour student from sure they’ll just all feel uncomfortable. As for Patrick and Nikka, here’s our best MISS UNIVERSE INTRODUCTION grade school Miss Hungary: Gutom ako, gutom ka, wishes for a long and lasting marital gutom tayong lahat HUNGARY!! to present. Miss Haiti: Seventy eight, seventy life. Cheska Garcia, Patrick’s older nine HAITI!! Congratulations! sister who’s married to cager Doug Miss Kenya: Hindi sa’yo, hindi sa’kin.. Kramer, says she’s personally happy KENYA!! Miss Nepal: Hindi naman kausap, sabat for Patrick as Nikka reformed him from ng sabat.. NEPAL!! his easygoing ways as a bachelor and At syempre.. Andreanne Gracielle Aviso Miss Philippines: Mula sa lupaing mahal brought him closer to the Lord. ang bigas at maraming mandurugas.. PILIPINAS!!

APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 5 Philippines DHL build facilities in the Phl Upgrades needed to meet increasing demand

the region. “The Philippine market holds great potential for us and we are always on the lookout to further expand our footprint in the country,” Abdullah said. Wanted: A new Abdullah added that about P78 million will be spent for a new facility in leading man for Las Pinas, which will cater customers in Southern Luzon. Another P42 million, meanwhile, will Solenn be spent to expand its existing facility near the Ninoy Aquino International Solenn Heussaff has officially signed up Airport (NAIA). with Universal Records after doing two Abdullah said the Cebu facility is albums with MCA. Present at the album expected to be established within the signing are managing director Kathleen year. Dy-Go, operations director Peter Chan, Currently, DHL Express has eight producer Ito Rapadas and her manager service center facilities and 195 service Leo Dominguez. MANILA – DHL Express is spending said DHL Express country manager points in the country. So why did she move? about P150 million in the Philippines Nurhayati Abdullah (INSET PHOTO). “We will continue to invest in “For a change,” she says. “My two to expand its existing facilities and build About P30 million will be spent for a upgrading our facilities and skill sets albums with MCA are both heavy on new facilities in the country. new 1,000-square meter DHL Express of our employees to meet the changing dance tunes. The first one got a plati- The new international express service service facility in Clark, which will cater demands of our customers in the num award. I was joking my dad kasi provider said the new facilities will be to customers in Northern Luzon. Philippines,” said Abdullah. he bought half of the stocks. With put up in Clark, Cebu and Las Pinas. The Clark facility aims to increase DHL operates in more than 220 Universal, I’m doing something for easy “This year is really an exciting year handling capacity and facilitate the countries and territories worldwide. listening with more laid back songs to for us at DHL Express Philippines,” industry’s growing demand for trade in show a different side of me as a singer. I might include some songs I myself have written. I’m really excited kasi ibang genre naman ito and I also want to do some Tagalog songs. Then I might do a Aquino scraps 301-day women rule mini-concert.” Her PR, Jun Lalin, asks if she doesn’t Law Repeals Premature Marriage after Husband’s Death want to do it in a bigger venue, like the Philippine Arena. She frowns, “Let’s be realistic. That’s 50,000 seats. But I was MANILA - President Aquino has or dissolved, if she marries before the hereby repealed,” the law read. really excited when I performed there in signed a law repealing the crime of expiration of the period of 301 days after “All laws, decrees, executive Ogie Alcasid’s ‘Musikatin’ concert. Wow, premature marriage in the country. her legal separation. orders, rules and regulations that are napuno! I did a duet of ‘Bakit Ngayon Republic Act 10655 nullified a “Without prejudice to the provisions inconsistent with the provisions of this Ka Lang’ with him and it gave me an Revised Penal Code provision that of the Family Code on paternity and Act are hereby repealed or modified adrenaline rush when the audience penalizes widows who marry within 301 filiation, Article 351 of Act No. 3815, accordingly,” it added. reception was very positive.” days after the death of their husbands. otherwise known as the Revised Penal The new law will take effect 15 days Ito Rapadas says they will gather new The measure also covers women Code, punishing the crime of premature after its publication in two newspapers. songs from various composers for inclu- whose marriages have been annulled marriage committed by a woman is sion in her new album. They expect to start recording next month and release the album in the 2nd or 3rd quarter of the year. So what else is in store for her Charo retiring at 60 for the rest of 2015? “I’m shooting a new movie for Charo Santos-Concio at- show started in May 1991 It formally introduced Chin Chin Direk Ellen Ongkeko, ‘Padyak Love’, tended the special screen- with Romnick Sarmenta Gutierrez, who won the Urian best about bikers, mostly shot on location in ing of the restored version in the episode “Rubber supporting actress award for her role as Baguio. I’m with Dennis Trillo and Kit of “, Shoes” and has been on the biological mom who went to Thompson. In June, I’m also doing a new The Movie” at UP Film the air for nearly 24 years and became the victim of the Yakuza. horror-love story with Direk Peque Gal- Institute last Monday now, the longest running The film also featured Richard Gomez laga. They’re still looking for a new lead- night. We got to talk to her drama anthology in the as Aiko’s love interest who turned out ing man for me. Then on April 15, the at the cocktails before the history of local television. to be the boy’s biological dad, Caridad beauty and lifestyle book I wrote with screening started and she For its 3rd anniversary Sanchez as Aiko’s mom, Robert Arevalo Georgina Wilson, ‘The Bestie Project’, confirmed she’s retiring (as in 1994, they came up and Liza Lorena as Richard’s parents, will be released. We did the cover design ABS-CBN president) at with “Maalaala Mo Kaya Jao Mapa as his younger brother, Glenda ourselves. I also have a new show with 60. Why? we ask her. She’s The Movie”, the full Garcia as Chin Chin’s friend who took GMA News TV, my second with them still young since 60 is the new 40. length film directorial debut of Olivia her to Japan, Eula Valdes as Aiko’s friend after ‘Taste Buddies’ with Iya Villania- “That’s the rule. You have to give in Lamasan which won for Aiko Melendez and child actor Karl Angelo Legaspi Arellano. This one will be a travel show to younger blood, but I will stay as an the Manila Filmfest best actress award as the 5-year old son who really gave a called ‘Pilipinas’.” adviser,” she says. (the year that there was a scam) as the three-handkerchief performance to make Any new teleserye with GMA7? But she’s definitely not leaving “Maa- young woman who took care of her this a sure fire tearjerker. “None yet. My only show with them laala” and will continue to host it. The cousin’s abandoned son. now is ‘’.

Mrs. Samson, a teacher in a girls’ school who will complain to the principal.” “Very good. Thanks, Lilly,” said Mrs. Samson. Expanding asked the science class: “Who can tell me The teacher was taken aback at first by She then turned to the 1st girl, who threatened what organ of the human body expands to Mary’s reaction. Then, as understanding to complain to her parents and principal: “Well, 10 times its usual size when stimulated? Mary, dawned on her, she called for another pupil, Mary, I have 3 things to tell you: can you tell me?” this time a volunteer. First, you have NOT done your HOMEWORK. Organ Mary blushed furiously as she stood up. Lilly put up her hand. “Yes, Lilly?” asked Second, you have a DIRTY mind. Then replied, “Ma’m, how dare you ask such the teacher. “Ma’m, the correct answer is the And thirdly, I fear, one day in future, you are a question? I will complain to my parents, iris of the eye.” going to be sadly disappointed!”

6 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Tinikling, rondalla or cheesy folk songs Is Bea Binene were replaced by hip-hop, tribal drums and ready to love? sopranos in Grecian gowns After almost a month of specula- tions, teen Kamakailan lang nang aminin ni Bea Binene NO TINIKLING Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on the guest Escolar University Folk Dance Troupe na break na sila ng continued from page 1 list when Manila hosts the Apec Economic donned colorful native costumes and kapwa Kapuso teen star Leaders Meeting. interpreted “Iisang Bangka” by The Dawn na si Jake Vargas. Ngay- up their smartphones and recording the in choreography sprinkled with hip-hop ong single na ulit scenes as a youthful cast of Pinoy artists and breakdance. Lasting impression ang aktres, ready wowed them at the welcome dinner and Ballet Philippines’ Cyril Fallar and na kaya siyang cultural presentation at Taal Vista Hotel in Gillianne Therese Gequinto’s pas de deux Jardin said top officials in the Department magmahal ulit? Tagaytay City last March. utilized the massive stage with a backdrop of Foreign Affairs were very clear when he “Hindi naman of geometric-shaped houses and other was tasked to organize the shows for visiting ‘yan kapag ready architecture reminiscent of a Baldemor Creative team dignitaries. “The cultural presentations ka na o hindi eh. painting. are an important facet of Apec. Several Nasa oras lang Ballet Manila’s half-naked male dancers Leading the pack was Aicelle Santos, DFA officials told me they create a lasting ‘yan, nasa tamang braved the chilly winds while female lead star in the longest-running Filipino impression of the host country and these sitwasyon. Pero performers incorporated cheer dancing musical “Rak of Aegis,” whose powerful (impressions) might redound to us in terms ako ngayon, hindi in a number choreographed by Gerardo voice reminded the rest of Asia-Pacific why of tourism,” he said. ko muna iniisip ‘yon Francisco for “Anting- Filipinos rule as singers. “The positive impression [delegates] get kasi ang dami pang The De La Salle University Dasmariñas Pao Gumba played Broadway, the Bee from these welcome dinners and cultural puwedeng pagtuunan Chorale and Imusicapella provided local Gees and OPM on a ukulele while Luna, presentations could [bolster] the thinking ng pansin,” sagot ni Bea musical flavor at dinner. an all-female vocal ensemble, serenaded the and perception of the delegates who are very sa GMA News. “Everything is fast-moving, never a dull audience with songs ranging from classical important people to us,” Jardin explained. Ayon pa sa report ng moment,” one delegate raved. The whole arias to John Legend’s “All of Me.” It is actually Jimenez’s tourism Unang Balita, kahit daw show ran for about 30 minutes. Nestor Jardin, former president and department that is in charge of the break na sina Bea at Jake ay Earlier at the cocktail reception, Madeline currently a member of the Cultural Center hospitality receptions. The sub-committee nagpapansinan pa rin naman Jane Banta played piano while Gaille Ramos of the Philippines board of trustees, it formed includes Jardin and renowned daw ang dalawa kapag played flute before guests at Taal Vista’s chuckled when told that guests were composer . nagkikita. Pero ang diin daw covered terrace, while the Citizen’s Brigade watching what seemed like “the Jardin is Jardin said Tourism Secretary Ramon ni Bea, malabo pa na magk- Band of Dasmariñas City played covers of head of the creative team within the CCP Jimenez Jr. specified one thing: The shows abalikan sila ngayon. American pop songs to liven things up. tasked by a subcommittee on arts composed must “create a cumulative net impression Ayon nga kay Bea, maram- of the CCP, National Commission for that the Philippines is one of the most ing bagay ang pinagtutuu- Culture and the Arts, Tourism Promotions progressive, youngest and most inclusive Pride of place nan niya ng pansin ngayon. Isa na Board and the private sector, to oversee societies in the 21st century,” and that these rito ang kanyang bagong project these cultural presentations. presentations must showcase “contemporary Jardin said pride of place is one of the bilang guest character sa After- He will handle 18 of the 35 other events Filipino culture, reflect… soft power and thematic pegs for the Apec presentations. noon Prime soap na Yagit. that began last December with one for Apec our modern modes of thinking.” When senior officials of the conference were “Ako rito si Jam. Ako ‘yung ma- senior officials in a five-star hotel in Makati feted at the CDC Parade Grounds in Clark, giging protektor ni Eliza ‘tsaka ako City. Local flavor Pampanga, on Feb. 6, BMX bikers did their ‘yung tutulong sa kanya na mak- The last event will be on Nov. 18 with abalik sa pamilya niya,” paglalar- US President Barack Obama, Russian Last March 5, members of the Centro NO TINIKLING awan ni Bea sa kanyang role. President Vladimir Putin and Japanese continued on page 25

APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 7 EDU EXPLAINS WHY HE Philippines AVOIDED ACTING FOR A LONG TIME

EDU Manzano is enjoying his acting comeback on ABS-CBN as Lorenzo PNOY Fails To Curb Poverty Antonio, the rich business tycoon who acts as the father-mentor of Paulo Filipinos Concerned About Economic Issues Avelino. “When they offered the show to me, I immediately liked my character,” says MANILA - The administration failed about economic issues. Doods. “He’s a man of mystery whose to gain a majority approval rating on its In March 2015, the leading urgent name is synonymous to power and au- performance in 12 key issues, and even national concerns among Filipinos are thority so no one posted negative ratings on efforts to controlling inflation (46 percent), in- has enough guts reduce poverty and control inflation, the creasing the pay of workers (44 percent), to dare oppose latest Pulse Asia survey shows. and fighting corruption in government him. The only The March Survey on Urgent National (40 percent). Other urgent concerns one who can Concerns showed that the administra- were poverty reduction (37 percent), job come close to tion posted approval ratings of 40 per- creation (34 percent), criminality (22 him is his adop- cent for promoting peace in the country; ment measures to stabilize prices of percent), peace (22 percent) and the rule tive son, Paulo as 41 percent for enforcing the rule of law; commodities. Various programs have of law (19 percent). Filipinos were least Carlos. Maram- 42 percent in fighting government cor- been put in place to bring about pov- concerned about environmental degra- ing twists na ruption; 43 percent in defending national erty reduction. This includes breaking dation (13 percent), population control mangyayari sa characters namin but I’m territorial integrity; 45 percent in fight- ntergenerational poverty through the (9 percent), national territorial integrity not at liberty to disclose them. Basta ing criminality; 48 percent in protecting conditional cash transfer program, skills (5 percent), terrorism (5 percent), and viewers will surely be hooked when they the environment; and 49 percent in ad- development for enhanced employability, charter change (4 percent). start watching.” dressing the needs of calamity victims. and improving the business climate in Public opinion was split three-ways We first met Doods when he was Reacting to the survey, the Palace said the country through good governance,” with respect to the administration’s launched in “Alaga” by Bancom in 1980. the administration will focus on pushing said Communications Secretary Her- performance in the area of increasing the Since then, he has always maintained good governance, creating jobs and fight- minio Coloma. pay of workers, with 33 percent approv- a close and friendly relationship with ing poverty in the next 15 months. According to the Pulse Asia survey, ing, 33 percent disapproving and 35 the press. No wonder he’s generally well “The government continues to imple- Filipinos continue to be most concerned percent undecided. liked. He has also maintained his slim good looks. Everyone agrees that he’s better looking than his son Luis. What’s his secret? “I eat right. I don’t eat rice, I avoid salt Philippines and sugar. I eat mostly fruits. I work out. I don’t use expensive creams or lotions but I do see a dermatologist for advice. NEWS I avoid stress, which is one reason why I avoided acting for a while. My last soap, Philippines to Stimulus Needed Aquino assures ‘Walang Kapalit’, was in 2006 yet and my last movie was ‘Tanging Yaman’ pa. resume repair, MANILA - The Philippines needs power supply Ayoko noong magdamagang puyatan. work in disputed higher rates of investment to bolster the Hindi ko na kinaya kasi I accepted being pace and quality of economic gains to MANILA - The government has tapped the Optical Media Board chairman. But South China Sea make a significant dent on poverty while a “menu of options” to plug the potential I’m so glad everyone in ‘Bridges of Love’ ensuring solid safeguards against global power supply deficiency in Luzon is so professional. Lahat, dumarating on this summer, including the dispatch time, alam na ang gagawin nila, so it all MANILA - The Philippines said it would headwinds, the Asian Development Bank of hydropower plants and the swift makes our jobs easier.” resume repair and reconstruction works (ADB) said. The Manila-based Asian rehabilitation of Malaya power plant So what happened to the OMB after in the disputed South China Sea after lender said the country must not only Unit 1, President Aquino said. Ronnie Ricketts was suspended as chair- halting activities last year over concerns rely on consumption and remittances but Addressing the Philippines Investment man? “Magulo. Walang chair or CEO about the effect on an arbitration should increase government spending on Forum in Makati City, the President ngayon. I’m really surprised they haven’t complaint it had filed against China. infrastructure to attract investment. recognized that the country’s power appointed a new one. Kaya piracy is Manila had called on all countries last “The challenge is to stimulate situation has been “complicated” for the running rampant. May sarili na silang October to stop construction work on investment to raise productivity in longest time but assured the government building. Nakakuha na sila ng business small islands and reefs in the South China industry, agriculture and services,” has taken proactive steps to boost clean permit. Naaawa lang ako roon sa regular Sea, virtually all of which is claimed by Richard Bolt, ADB Country Director and reasonable priced energy supply. employees ng OMB na naabutan ko pa China. for the Philippines, said in the Asian “Right now, the Philippines has a total roon. Lahat sila ngayon, suspendido rin.” China itself is undertaking massive Development Outlook 2015 (ADO). dependable capacity of 15,665 MW, Doods doesn’t really have to act since reclamation works in the area, while Achieving higher levels of which is – or should be – sufficient to he owns three restaurants he himself is , , and Vietnam have investment also requires reforms to meet our highest projected demand level managing. Two, Lucky Rainbow Chi- also been making improvements on their enhance competition, and reduce the of 10,222 MW for 2015. But we cannot nese Restaurant and Black Sheep, are facilities. administrative costs of doing business in be content with this, especially with the both in Makati. And he has a new one “We are taking the position that we can the country, the ADB said in its flagship potential power supply gap in Luzon this in the City of Dreams. “But nami-miss proceed with the repair and maintenance,” annual economic publication. summer, due to the threat of El Niño ko na rin ang pag-arte and I’m glad I’m Foreign Affairs Minister Albert del “These measures are needed to more create jobs and reduce poverty,” Bolt and rehabilitation of the Malampaya gas now doing ‘Bridges of Love’.” Rosario told diplomats, military officers, field,” Aquino said in his speech. and foreign correspondents. added.

New Actress Does version seems more exciting as Monica that Viva pero siempre, kinakabahan ako kuwentuhan, will be playing with theatre stalwarts Mark as I have no previous theatre experience. nababanggit A Sharon Bautista (who shone in London in “Here Pareho ring napakagaling ng mga kasama kong I’ve never Lies Love”) and Cris Villonco (a veteran of ko so I really have to do my best para hindi been there, lahat, Newcomer Monica Cuenco countless stage musicals). ako mapahiya sa kanila.” nagugulat.” is so happy to be chosen Mark will reprise the So this to play the iconic role role originally played Max To Go To A Place She coming Holy of Dorina Pineda in the by Christopher de Leon, Week, her plan is stage version of one of while Cris will be the new Has Never Been to go there for a Sharon Cuneta’s biggest incarnation of the contravida brief vacation with her mom and siblings. revealed at the special blockbusters, “Bituing Lavinia Arguelles, first played “That is, kung wala kaming taping for presscon GMA conducted for her that Walang Ningning”, that by who uttered ‘Kailan Ba Tama ang Mali?’ at wala akong although she has been to various other will be staged at Newport the now immortal line “You’re commitments for my other shows in GMA countries, like the U.S.A., she has yet to set Theatre in Resorts World. nothing but a second rate na ‘’ and ‘Sunday All Stars’,” foot in the nearby favorite destination that It already had a TV soap trying hard copy cat!” she adds. “Gusto kong makarating doon is . “Nakakatawa nga kasi lahat version on ABS-CBN “I’m so excited, but also para makapag-relax, mag-shopping, and na yata ng tao, nakapunta na roon, ako na with Sarah Geronimo nervous,” says Monica. “I’m spend some quality time with my family.” lang ang hindi,” she laughs. “Kapag sa mga starring in it, but the stage so thankful for this big break 8 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Mel Tiangco: Canada At home in Kapuso Network

Senator Enverga welcomes continued discussions between

(L-R) GMA Network SVP for News and Public experience has been a good one, not just Canada and the Affairs Marissa L. Flores, President and COO personally but also with the Network, so Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., GMA News pillar and multi-awarded news anchor Mel C. Tiangco, that it has come to the point that it’s diffi- Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon, and EVP cult to think of GMA without Tita Mel.] Philippines and CFO Felipe S. Yalong Moreover, Duavit extols Tiangco’s credibility and commitment to service FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE as agri-food, transport, energy, infrastruc- MANILA - GMA News pillar and as seen in her work with the Kapuso ture, education, defence and security, and multi-awarded news anchor Mel C. Foundation and GMA News and Public Ottawa, March 20, 2015 – The Hon- for the two governments to make com- Tiangco renewed ties with GMA Net- Affairs. “Madalang makatagpo ng isang ourable Tobias C. Enverga Jr., Senator mitments to resolve a number of market work at a contract signing held on March tao na lahat halos nasa kanya na,” he from Ontario, access issues in a timely fashion, “ said 9. Present during the contract signing says. “Sa madaling salita, isang tao kung welcomes the Senator Enverga in a statement. were GMA Network Chairman and saan napapaloob ang lahat ng ibig nating continued Minister Fast will lead a trade mission CEO Felipe L. Gozon, President and sabihin sa serbisyong totoo. Mapalad tayo discussions be- to the Philippines in May with a Cana- COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., EVP and na si Mel ay bahagi ng Kapuso and we are tween Canada dian business delegation and Secretary CFO Felipe S. Yalong, and SVP for News proud to be Kapuso dahil sa mga katulad and the Philip- Domingo, accompanied by a number of and Public Affairs Marissa L. Flores. ni Mel,” he shares. [Seldom would you pines on how Philippine company representatives, may Tiangco, who has been with the Net- find a person who has almost every good to deepen and visit Canada at a later stage this year. work since 1996, expressed her continued quality,” he says. “Suffice it to say, a person modernize The Philippines holds the Chair of loyalty to GMA Network. “The day I who truly espouses true service. We are relationships the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation entered GMA, I knew it was going to fortunate that Mel is part of the Kapuso between the two countries. (APEC) for 2015 and shares Canada’s be my home forever,” says the veteran Network and we are proud to be Kapuso Today, Minister of International Trade commitment to fostering the participa- broadcaster. because of people like her,” he shares] Ed Fast met with his counterpart in tion of small and medium-sized enter- Apart from co-anchoring GMA’s Of her contributions to the Network, the Philippines, Gregory L. Domingo, prises (SMEs) in the global economy. flagship newscast 24 Oras with Mike Flores shares, “Tita Mel has been instru- Secretary of Trade and Industry met to Also, the Philippines is designated as Enriquez and Vicky Morales, and host- mental in cementing GMA News and discuss the potential for enhanced bilat- a priority emerging market under the ing the award-winning drama anthology Public Affairs’ reputation as the most eral trade and investment relations, and Global Markets Action Plan (GMAP) of , Tiangco is also the credible news organization in the country. ways to build on our current commercial Canada, which is a positive step towards EVP and COO of GMA’s socio-civic We look forward to more years of work- relationship, which is already supported a progressive bilateral relationship. arm, GMA Kapuso Foundation. ing with her.” by existing agreements, such as a double In these various roles, she is highly Indeed, Mel Tiangco has consistently taxation agreement, an investment pro- For more information please contact: regarded by GMA’s top management with shown the heart of a Kapuso throughout motion and protection agreement, and Eric Parungao Gozon saying, “Napakaganda ng am- her years of service. “To say that I love a recently expanded air transportation Senator Tobias C. Enverga’s office ing experience, not only with each other this company is an understatement. I have agreement. (416) 616-1823 but also with the Network, so that it has served it with all my heart and with all “It is important to identify and foster [email protected] come to the point na mahirap nang isipin my soul and I will continue to do so,” she growth in areas of common interest, such na may GMA without Tita Mel.” [Our expresses.

Convicted trafficker ATTENTION: Date on MAY 16 retrial outrages groups

VANCOUVER, Canada - A landmark nagtatrabaho, walang pera, ay wala talaga human trafficking case involving a siyang magawa”. Filipina caregiver is getting the attention Public prosecutors are now reviewing Camilineos of the community, especially after her the Court of Appeals decision. employer’s conviction was overturned by The West Coast Domestic Workers the court. Association vows continued support for Two years ago, a Filipina caregiver the Filipina caregiver, but they fear that Association of stood in the middle of a landmark court the court decision will negatively affect case that handed down a guilty verdict similar cases of abuse and exploitation. to Franco Orr on charges of human “We are a little concerned about Canada trafficking under Canada’s Immigration the impact of the case on the ability of and Refugee Act. “Nagpapasalamat ako some of our most vulnerable workers ANNIVERSARY DINNER na sa pagkakataon na nakalabas ako sa in Canada, the live-in caregivers and pamilyang Orr. Di ko inaasahang may migrant workers, to come forward and Dinner and Dance mga tao palang makakatulong sa akin,” make complaints about labor trafficking,” Holy Eucharist Church Hall the victim had said before. said Natalie Drolet. 515 Broadview Ave, Toronto But in a surprise reversal, the Court of But the Committee on Domestic Appeals overturns Orr’s court conviction Workers and Caregivers Rights warn 6:00 pm to 1:00 am and ordered a retrial. incidents of abuse will not stop unless Saturday May 16, 2015 Caregiver groups were shocked and government addresses the defects on the ATTIRE: Semi-Formal disappointed with the decision. “This is caregiver and temporary foreign worker really shocking kasi alam mo it’s not fair program. for the caregivers na nagpunta sila dito, na- “Kailangan talaga itong ipaglaban For Tickets please call abuse na sila, napatunayang na-abuse sila, para hindi na maulit, mabawasan dahil and then there’s another retrial? It’s not nga temporary workers ay pwede lang Tessie Primero (President) really fair,” said Annette Beech, Victoria isangtabi at base nga sa ngayon ay parang Caregivers Association President. disposable,” said Diesta. at (416) 751-2335 or Julia Diesta, a caregivers’ right As Holy Week draws near, a group advocate, said, “Nakikita talaga kung sino of migrant workers offered Stations of Harold Guarin at (V.P) (416) 578-7351 ang may pera siya ang laging nabibigyan the Cross to pray for the welfare of the ng pagkakataon, wherein, itong domestic witness and all other domestic workers in worker palibhasa domestic worker Canada. APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 9 Little Manila

31 Pinoys qualify as caregivers in Japan

was a record high and up from 36.3 percent the previous year, Gwen split Pinoy the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare said. Including clears Ellen Magician in Japanese examinees, the rate expands to 61.0 percent. When we talked to Gwen Zamora on the US wants to The Japanese government has taken various steps to have the set of “Innamorata” a couple of be a Surgeon more foreign applicants pass months ago, she was very open talking the exam, allowing a longer about her relationship with Raymond Magician Matthew Aaron stay in Japan for study, offering Romualdez, the son of Tacloban Mayor Go did not realize the Japanese-language training and Alfred Romualdez. She was even telling even extending testing time. stories of how she helped Raymond connection at first until he TOKYO - A total of 78 people from the A total of around 1,500 in the relief operations after typhoon majored in Neuroscience Philippines and Indonesia have passed people have visited Japan from the two Yolanda and us writers who were at NYU and began to Japan’s annual exam to certify caregivers countries and Vietnam to take the annual listening to her concluded that they for the elderly and others, the Japanese exam under the partnership agreements. study the brain, this walnut- must be altar bound after they’ve been welfare ministry said. The Vietnamese candidates began staying shaped organ powerful Japan is trying to bring in more foreign on for two years. enough to mobilize all in Japan this fiscal year. workers in the nursing-care industry, In a different national qualification But now, she’d rather not talk about senses of the body. which has suffered labor shortages due exam for nurses, the pass rate among those him at all. She confirms that they have Matthew appearing at largely to the country’s shrinking birthrate from the three Southeast Asian nations broken up five months ago and she’d Makilala TV talk show. Photo and aging population. dropped to 7.3 percent in fiscal 2014 from rather not dwell on it as she has already The successful candidates -- 47 10.6 percent the previous year. The rate for moved on. The fact that she wants to by Ronnie Ocampo Jr. Indonesians and 31 Filipinos -- accounted “There is an interesting all examinees stood at 90 percent. gloss over it indicates that they didn’t for 44.8 percent of 174 people who took A total of 357 people from the three connection,” Matthew, 22, the exam after meeting the condition part ways amicably as it’s easy to say countries took the test, but only 26 -- 11 that they still remain to be good friends explained to The FilAm in of having work experience at nursing from Indonesia, 14 from the Philippines and it’s not a case of bad breakup. an interview. “Neuroscience facilities in Japan for at least three and one from Vietnam -- got qualified. years under the economic partnership “We will analyze (the fall in the rate for The rumor is that Ellen Adarna, who’s is the study of brain, how it agreements Tokyo has concluded with now with ABS-CBN, has actually stolen works and how it controls foreigners) and re-examine how to offer each country. future training,” a health ministry official her BF. But Gwen refuses to dignify this. our thoughts. Magic uses the The pass rate for the fiscal 2014 testing said. She and Ellen have been friends when brain and human thoughts she was still with GMA. “I don’t know to distract your attention. It’s kunsaan galing ang ganyang issue but all in the head.” I never said or posted anything bad Matthew is currently Fil-Am is a Billionaire about Ellen in social media,” she says. a senior student taking “So sana, huwag na lang gawaan ng intriga basta I’m very happy now and up additional courses in Bobby Murphy a Filipino- upon Forbes estimates, Bobby let’s just leave it at that. I’m with ‘Bubble Pre-Med Chemistry and American co-founder of mobile Murphy has a stake of at least Gang’ now and I’m about to start a new Psychology. He is looking to app Snapchat is now the second 15% shares in Snapchat. soap, so okay ako.” become a brain surgeon. world’s youngest billionaire’s at the The Filipino-American age of 25 according to the latest graduated from Stanford Magic got him list released by Forbes Magazines University and met fellow Kappa preoccupied as a young for the year 2015. Snapchat co- Sigma fraternity brother Evan boy of about 10 years old. founder Bobby Murphy is now Spiegel way back the year 2010 He remembered going on having a net worth of $1.5 billion. and on 2011 they launched an app For Sale a family trip to Las Vegas Bobby Murphy ranked second originally called Picaboo, which Panasonic GH2 (NO BOX) in the world, while his Snapchat got little traction. + 14-45 lens (WITH BOX) $650 and while there watched a co-founder Evan Spiegel ranked Bobby Murphy graduated with Camera, charger, magician perform. His father no. 1 in the world as the youngest billionaire a degree in Mathematics and Computational extra battery later got him a magician’s at 24 years old. Science, he is the son of State starter kit with cards and According to Forbes, Bobby Murphy employees and a Filipina mother, who Call coins, and he began and Evan Spiegel’s company Snapchat emigrated from the Philippines and grew up had received new funding offers at an eye- in Berkeley, California. 416-945-2336 practicing when he got popping valuation of $19 billion. Based home.

10 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Ontario Toronto Filipino Parents Slate Metro-wide Conference on Catholic Education By: Tony A. San Juan, OCT

The Filipino Canadian Parents Association in Catho- and brief entertainment and 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.-- facili- lic Education (FCPACE) will conduct the First tated group workshops and plenary session-conference Conference of Filipino Canadian Catholic Students, group reports. The organizers are encouraging partici- Youths, Parents and Educators in the Greater To- pants to attend the whole day activities especially in ronto Area on April 25, 2015 ( Saturday), 8:00 a.m.- the equally- important scheduled afternoon workshop 4:00 p.m. at the Catholic Education Centre Atrium, sessions. TCDSB, # 80 Sheppard Avenue East ( Yonge St. / FCPACE, organized in November 2013, is com- Doris Ave.), North York, Toronto. posed of Filipino Catholic parents, teachers and The Conference, with its theme: “Meeting the Chal- community leaders in Toronto who are fully commit- lenges of Filipino Canadian Students, Youths, Parents ted to engage, involve and support Catholic parents and Teachers in Catholic Education” and in coopera- in addressing challenges and concerns in respect of tion with the Toronto Catholic District School Board, : authentic faith development & spirituality, school- aims to engage participants, speakers and resource home adjustment, learning resources, and curriculum persons to determine and discuss opportunities, issues, understanding for their children’s education and well- and problems of the members of the Filipino Catholic being. community. Purposefully, the whole-day affair will For a meaningful participation into this first- ever, cover significant topics and make recommendations Metro-wide forum, interested Filipinos are requested relating to achieving student success and enhancing to register, ASAP, by email to Marla Tanuan at : academic performance in Catholic schools. [email protected] or booking via Eventbrite at : The complimentary one-day event will include a https://eventbrite.ca/event/15969712841/ . ( T. San free meal and a two- part program : 8:00-12:00 a.m.- Juan). -a 30- minute Mass, speeches, greetings, networking,

Newbie singer Are We Raising Our People To Neo Domingo Become Migrants? denies dating Mich MIGRATE The University of the Philippines giving, physical therapy, computer continued from page 1 economist Ernesto Pernia points programming, sea-faring. Language Liggayu of Jamich out that two policy failures forced courses—not just French or and there’s always the Internet. this policy on us. Spanish but also German, Japanese Up-and-coming singer Neo Domingo was Mama Belle’s guest But even so, emotional distance is One, we had kept up import and Korean—are more and more DJ in ‘Sikat Sa Barangay’ this morning, March 19. He was there as tyrannical as ever; and, at least substitution in a closed economy popular. to promote his new single for old men like my friend and even after our neighbors had shifted You could even enrol in a unique ‘Kaching-Kaching’ with myself, the chances of ever seeing to an export strategy. Two, we have course that will teach you to speak boy group Fifth Dynamics. absent friends again are unavoidably failed to sustain the population English with an American accent. The hot singer admits uncertain. moderation policy we had been And I am certain all these courses that he is fond of joining So that my friend is devastated: among the first East Asian states to serve a practical purpose. But why talent search competitions. a Catholic charismatic, he has kept adopt in 1969. are we raising our young people to In fact, he once competed his family close-knit. These policy failures resulted in become migrants? in Eat Bulaga and has The four children live nearby; and weak long-term GDP growth in recently joined the the family gathers for lunch after the context of galloping population McJim’s Dreams Get Real Mass every Sunday. His wife tells A mobile global order? growth. From 1970 until 2006, our competition. He was him, “We can’t tell our children individual incomes grew at no more also part of an all-male how to run their lives.” But he still Growing interdependence— than 1.45% net—since over the group named Takeoff that can’t understand why his son feels globalization—is enforcing a world- same 36 years, population growth competed in a reality he must go. Though barely 40, the wide redistribution of jobs, not just decreased only slowly, from 3% to talent show. son, a financial analyst, and his wife in traditional manufacturing but in 2.1%. Neo shares that one could gain a lot of confidence by were two-income, two-car, art- once non-tradable sectors such as performing live in front of many people. collecting, upwardly mobile Makati services. He says, “Kasi iba talaga ‘pag nasa stage ka like ‘yung professionals. They are migrating, Not just the desperate And the optimists say—with sinasabi ko ‘yung pinaka best na practice o pinaka best na the son tells his father, “for the sake Wired Magazine—that the training is ‘pag nasa live ka na. ‘Yun ‘yun eh. Kasi kahit mag- of the child.” More and more of those migrating Philippines, far from lagging practice ka ng mag-practice sa bahay pero ‘pag nasa stage And my old friend asks himself, are no longer just the desperately behind its vigorous neighbors, is in ka na, minsan ma-ba-blanko ka.” how have we become a country jobless. They now include well- fact the forerunner of tomorrow’s Neo adds, “Ako nangyayari sa akin ‘yun. Kahit ilang beses that can’t assure a future for its established young people: middle distributed economy: the herald of a ko na nape-perpekto sa bahay, ‘pag nasa stage na ako na- grandchildren? managers, computer professionals, “new mobile global order.” ba-blanko ako, nawawala ako. So iba ‘yun, so ‘pag nasanay doctors and nurses, engineers, The Central Bank says demand architects, hospital technicians. is rising for “skilled, professional ka na doon sa stage, sa harap ng maraming tao, feeling ko ‘yun Exporting warm bodies ang advantage.” More and more OFWs are Filipino manpower.” The Bank college graduates. Yet, typically, valued the dollar-remittance Labor export was a stopgap many first-generation migrants must industry at $24 billion in 2014— We’re just friends East Asian states—including today’s resign themselves to lower-rank equivalent to 8% of GDP. Our South Korean powerhouse—took work than they did at home. country is already the third-highest Neo is recently under fire for allegedly dating Mich Liggayu of up in the 1970s, while moving from We’ve all heard of migrant- OFW income earner, after India YouTube sensation Jamich. a strategy of import-substituting doctors who turn into ICU nurses. and China and on par with Mexico. This sparked outrage from Jamich fans. In fact, he and Mich was industrialization to labor intensive A newspaper editor I know became The pessimists worry about the on the receiving end of numerous nasty comments from enraged exports. Most of our neighbors for a time an unlikely security guard. social problems created by families fans of the late Jam Sebastian. have given it up, as their economies One of my nephews—a civil with absent parents, and the Neo appealed to Jamich fans to stop bashing him and his picked up speed and gave their engineer—rivets the wings on “disturbing dependency syndrome” good friend Mich, since the rumor is simply not true. workpeople more pleasant “Bombardier” aircraft at an assembly among those these elders have Neo stresses, “Itigil po natin ‘yung mga pang-ba-bash kay alternative occupations. In our line off Toronto. What pains him left behind. Far too many of these Mich, sa akin. Magkaibigan lang po kami. Sa ngayon, kailangan country, by contrast, labor export most is the severity of the Canadian dependents have dropped out of the ni Mich ng pang-unawa dahil sa pinagdadaanan niya.” has become a prime development winter, and not seeing the sun for job market—content with living on “So hindi nakakatulong po ‘yung mga pang-ba-bash kung program. weeks on end. the manna from abroad. wala naman po talagang sense talaga ‘yung isyu, kumbaga Unlike our vigorous neighbors, we Meanwhile, most every other Even for the economy as a whole, tulungan na lang natin siya dahil alam niyo naman ‘yung simply have no alternative. Since we Metro Manila college seems to be pinagdaanan niya.” have few competitive goods to trade, MIGRATE offering courses in nursing, care- we export warm bodies instead. continued on page 22 APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 11 Philippines

Bongbong eyes Presidential run Supporters convincing him to run for the Top Job

MANILA- Senator Ferdinand Marcos “Slowly, I am addressing these concerns. Jr. said he is considering a run for the I already got my file from La Salle, that’s presidency in 2016. for my high school. I will get everything Marcos said although seeking reelection so that when questioned again, I can show as a senator was his “default setting,” there them the papers, and there’s no need for were calls for him to run for president. me to explain,” he said. Willie Revillame “Many have been saying that I should He also said he expects some people run (for President). I listen to all of them, will take it against him for being the son to launch and I’m happy for their strong support. of the martial law strongman. So, we will thoroughly study everything,” “We cannot change history, and we ‘Wowowin’ in Marcos said. really cannot change what actually The only son of the late President happened,” the senator said. “You can’t say Ferdinand Marcos and Ilocos Norte Rep. Marcos said anybody can be a president, this happened, and this did not happen. GMA Network Imelda Marcos, Senator Marcos had kept but not everyone can be a good one. There It would just be easy to prove my father Controversial comedian and TV host silent on any plan to run for President. is no use in becoming president if you accomplished many things, and there were In her birthday celebration last year, cannot be a good one, he added. significant developments in the country Willie Revillame has finally inked a Mrs. Marcos said she dreamed of The Nacionalista Party senator told when he was President,” he said. contract with GMA on March 20. returning to Malacañang with her son dzMM that he was going to be a candidate “Now, if there are personal issues or “Yung excitement is not for me eh. becoming president. for 2016, but it was as yet unclear for whatever it is, that’s a different matter. Doon sa mga tao, especially ‘yung The senator said he has seen the which position. But as a President, I cannot perhaps turn mga kababayan natin na na-miss ko. presidency from different sides, while “But we have a saying that luck is only my back on the record of my father. Also, Sa araw-araw mong ginagawa ‘yun for most people just see the grandeur and being ready when opportunity presents I have always been saying that whatever nine years, ito babalik ka para sa kanila. itself. This means one should be ready for power. opinions you have about my father, I think It’s not para sa akin, ‘yung pagbibigay luck. So I will make myself the luckiest to “I saw my father at the end of the day that can no longer be changed, regardless ng saya, pagbibigay ng konting pag- and at the beginning of the day, the kind the best of my ability,” he said. of what I may say or do. So the record of asa at ‘yung konting tulong, ‘Yun ang of problems he had to face. The kind of Anticipating questions about his my father will stand. My father does not very serious sacrifices you have to make if graduation from Oxford, Marcos said he need help to explain his record. History gusto kong gawin talaga,” says Willie. you want to become a good president,” he would go to London over the Holy Week speaks for itself,” he added. The signing was held at the GMA said. to collect his records to put an end to the Network Center and was attended controversy. by the network’s high-ranking officials such as GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, President and Philippines Chief Operating Officer Mr. Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer NEWS Mr. Felipe S. Yalong. Joining Willie are his lawyers, and NBI goes Online Big Business Peace with the director of his program, Randy Support BBL Leftists Urged Santiago. MANILA - Starting April 1 this year, “Naisip ko, siya [Randy] naman the National Bureau of Inveatigation nagbigay sa ‘kin ng break dati, Siguro, (NBI) will fully implement the online MANILA - The Makati Business Club MANILA - Lawmakers have urged the registration and electronic payment, (MBC) reaffirmed its continuing and Aquino administration to likewise continue ito na ‘yung chance na I’m saying including the appointment system unwavering support for the Mindanao its peace talks with the communist rebels ‘thank you.’ At the same time, samahan clearance. “Almost all of us are using peace process on the eve of the first to once and for all end the decades-long mo naman ako. Ako naman ang internet, we better make use of them in anniversary of the signing of the insurgency problem in the country. magbibigay ng konting pasasalamat transacting business with NBI,” NBI Comprehensive Agreement on the 1-BAP party-list Rep. Silvestre Bello sa ‘yo. Siya ang director ng programa, spokesman Nick Suarez said. He said Bangsamoro (CAB). “We renew our III, who served as government peace “ says Willie. those interested need only visit the NBI call to the government to put the peace negotiator with the Communist Party of He is set to have a variety/game the Philippines (CPP) during the Arroyo website at www.nbi.gov.ph or clearance. process back on track at the soonest show, similar to the previous ones he possible opportunity,” MBC said in a administration and Justice Secretary of nbi.gov.ph and you will be directed on had with the other TV networks. how to register your clearance online, statement. To enhance prospects for peace then President Fidel V. Ramos, said the “Itong programang ito ay ‘Wowowin’. get appointment and when and where in Mindanao in southern Philippines, it current administration should not be too to bring your e-Payment prior to your urged Congress to resume discussions on preoccupied solely with the Mindanao Yung ‘win,’ sila ang winner dito eh. ‘Yung appearance at any NBI Clearance Center. the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) at the peace process, and should also flex its wow na feeling, ‘di ba? ‘Yung feeling Suarez said this procedure is nationwide earliest time. muscles to ensure the resumption of the na ‘yun, it’s Wowowin,” he shares. in scope. The influential business group warned peace negotiations with the leftists. Willie says the program is set to debut against being distracted by the massacre soon. He remains mum about the exact of 44 police commandos in a clash date, but says that it will be a weekly with separatist rebels in Mamasapano, show that will air every Sunday. Maguindanao, last January 25.

Despedida in the PCCF

Well-wishers attend the despedida for new Ambassador to Jordan Junever Mahilum-West at the St. Ohrid church at East York. 12 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 GMA Summer 4ens Photography Primetime treats PHOTO & VIDEO Dingdon Dantes and ’s shows dominate

GMA Network kicks off the summer Last but certainly not least, the season as it presents an exciting line-up premiere of the compelling drama of new programs – among which are the series The Rich Man’s Daughter with faith serye Pari ‘Koy, the romantic drama Primetime Let The Love Begin and the intriguing Queen soap opera The Rich Man’s Daughter. Marian First on the list is the family-friendly Rivera in series Pari ‘Koy starring Primetime the title King in his first-time role. Marian portrayal of an unconventional priest takes on the known for his non-traditional ways challenging of bringing the people closer to God. character Dingdong as Father Kokoy made his of Jade Tanchingco, an heiress from a international debut this March on GMA very wealthy family. In the story, Jade’s Pinoy TV, GMA Network’s flagship father is looking for a suitor for her and international channel. Also in the cast is willing to pay millions to any man are , , who can make her fall in love with him. Chanda Romero, Jillian Ward, Luz She will be joined by , Valdez, Dexter Doria, Rap Fernandez, JC and Luis Alandy. The Tiuseco, Carlo Gonzales, , series also stars Paolo Contis, Mike Hiro Peralta, Jojit Lorenzo, Lindsay Tan, , TJ Trinidad, Sheena de Vera, among others. Also, GMA Halili, Charee Pineda together with Al Network’s newest child prodigy David Tantay, Glydel Mercado, Tony Mabesa Remo stars as Pinggoy, the high-spirited and Ms. Gloria Romero. “village’s son” of Barangay Pinagpala who Without a doubt, primetime viewing will put Fr. Kokoy to the ultimate test of will never be the same as GMA-7 faith. continues to chart new grounds this 4ensphotography.com The Kapuso Network’s fast-rising year. Catch a preview of GMA’s newest love team Ruru Madrid and Gabbi offerings in the summer launches plug 416-388-2171 • 416-388-2070 Garcia topbill the romantic drama Let currently airing on GMA Pinoy TV. the Love Begin. The program is all set To see your favourite Kapuso shows Professional Photo & Video to make audiences laugh, cry and fall in on GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV and love as it presents the beautiful story of GMA News TV International, check the two individuals who will share a special airing schedules in your territory through Weddings, Debuts, Fashion & Other Events friendship that withstands the test of the website www.gmanetwork.com/ time. international/programguide.

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Kris Bernal on her next relationship: ‘Gusto ko long-term na relationship’ After her last relationship ended last year, ad- for her Mr. Right. “I’m dating pero right now I’m very mitted she has learned to move on and be happy with her picky and very cautious na rin ayoko na rin ng single blessedness. “I’ve moved on and [become] happy, basta basta na relationship eh. Ngayon not because I’m dating someone or whatever. I’m not ang gusto ko na ay long-term na rela- dating anyone. Happy ako kasi nahanap ko siya sa sarili tionship, yung for keeps talaga na MARIAN Rivera is so proud to be given the chance ko. Nahanap ko siya sa family ko, nahanap ko siya sa mga alam kong hindi ako magsa- to speak before Congress for the 2015 Women with kaibigan ko na at first akala ko makaka-move on lang sayang ng oras,” she said. Disabilities Day Celebration. She was chosen be- ako kung may kapalit. Pero hindi pala yun yung solusyon. After finishing her last cause of her advocacy in helping children repair with Na-realize ko na if you give more time to yourself, to your soap, the petite actress harelip in Yan ang Smile. This is what she said in her family and friends, you will find happiness,” she shared. said she wants her Tagalog speech that she herself wrote: Kris said every relationship has its good points no next project to show “Maraming salamat sa pagpapaunlak sa akin matter how it ends. “Kasi every love story, it gives you a her in a more mature upang magpahayag ng mensahe sa mga Kababai- lesson. Ang natutunan ko dun sa last relationship ko, a light. “Sana this time, hang may kapansanan. ‘Ika ko nga ay kanya-kanya person won’t change no matter how much he loves you. this year, they would tayo ng toka sa buhay. Kani-kaniya tayo ng misyon If it’s real love and it’s 100% love, he will be willing to see me as a woman sa buhay. Kung may isang bagay na makakapagsasabi change but as long as it’s not 100%, kahit mabawasan already, not the ng ating pagkapare-pareho ay ‘yan ang ating biyay- lang ng 1% yan, hindi siya magbabago kahit gaano ka sweet-sweet, ang mabuhay at mabuhay sa pamamagitan ng pagig- niya kamahal,” she added. teenybopper na ing mabuting tao. Ang biyayang ito ang nag-inspire The pretty Kapuso actress said contrary to what the they’ve gotten sa akin para gumawa ng mga bagay na tumutulong public may think, she does not find it easy to meet guys used to. I want sa ating kapwa. Dahil bukod sa pagiging artista, ma- because of her limited social circle. “Medyo mahirap to prove to saya akong nakakapagbigay inspirasyon din ako sa kasi yung mundo ko kasi, I don’t go out, wala akong mga them that I’m iba. Kaya naman saludo ako sa inyo, na sa kabila ng hangouts, mga club. Hindi ako pumupunta sa ganyan, getting older pagkakaiba-iba natin bilang tao ay hindi nawawala hindi ako umiinom. So ang environment ko lang talaga too! (laughs) ang inyong abilidad na mangarap, magpasalamat at yung showbiz so kami-kami lang. Hindi talaga ako yung I want to prove that I can magkaroon ng mabuting puso na siya naman talag- masyadong nagiging open sa ibang tao kaya medyo ma- portray mature roles also ang tunay na sukatan ng pagkakaroon ng makabu- hirap kasi konti lang kumbaga yung mga nakikilala kong and that I can be sophisticated and I can be a woman. luhang buhay. Kaya ngayong buwan ng kababaihan, mga tao. Pero hindi ko rin naman kasi pinipilit. Kumbaga That’s my goal this year, that people will see me as a sabay-sabay nating itaas ang ating mga pangarap, may makilala man ako, kung alam kong wala rin talaga, woman. I want to try more mature roles or let’s say drama sabay-sabay tayong ngumiti sa biyaya ng mga pag- hindi ko na rin i-pu-push,” she admitted. siya na mature sa akin,” she explained. papala sa atin. Sabay-sabay nating isigaw na sa mata When it comes to dating, Kris said she is still searching ng Diyos, lahat tayo ay pantay-pantay. Mabuhay ang mga Kabataan, mabuhay ang mga Kababaihan at mabuhay ang mga Kababaihang lumalaban.” Marian got a lot of applause for her speech. Because of this, some quarters quickly concluded Miss Katipunan her appearance in Congress is in preparation for the coming elections and she must be planning to run for public office. “Naku, hindi!,” she says. “Gusto ko lang talaga makatulong to children and women with disabilities. Wala akong balak pumasok sa pulitika. Sa showbiz pa rin ako.” She is now in the thick of taping for her new soap, “The Rich Man’s Daughter”, where she plays the title role in a story that is bound to be contro- versial as it’s about bisexuality. Playing her wealthy dad is Al Tantay and Gloria Romero is her under- FIRST, First runner-up Moon Torres, Miss Katipunan 2015 Chue Cruz and second runner-up Ampee Panaligan pose for a picture. SEC- standing grandma. Also in the cast are Luis Alandy, OND, Ampee’s family drove all the way from Ohio. THIRD, Singer Berlane Gavino poses with Philip Beloso. TJ Trinidad, , Glydel Mercado, Sheena Halili, Chynna Ortaleza and Glaiza de Castro lost siblings! So, the expectation is, when they do find out, there’ll as Marian’s lesbian lover. This is under the direc- Jericho’s TV comeback be the devil to pay, because they will end up fighting over the tion of Dominic Zapata who earlier megged the same woman! —Welcome once again to the exceedingly small equally controversial “My Husband’s Lover” and has lives up to expectations and even continually shrinking world of the Pinoy teleserye! At expressed his desire to push the boundaries in pre- The first week of telecasts of Jericho Rosales’ new TV starrer, the moment, Avelino is merely passing muster as the predictably senting potentially controversial stories and subject “Bridges of Love,” has ended on a bracingly cold, evil and wealthy and powerful sibling. For her part, Maja is matters on television. high mark, giving the acclaimed actor’s given the “colorful” role of a sexy club dancer who has to have Marian is also leaving in April to do a show loyalists reason to hope that his latest many sidelines to support her family and pay for her sickly father’s for GMA Pinoy TV in Vancouver, Canada and in comeback is going to be successful. He medical bills. Despite this strong and textured back story, however, plays a hard-up student and jack of all Maja’s performance is, like Paulo’s quite predictable, and has yet Anaheim, California with , Christian to flash and flare with genuine pain, rage and love. It’s a good Bautista, Jonalyn Viray, and Betong Sumaya. “Kaya trades who strives to make it as an architect, so he can meet the “practical” require- thing that Jericho is all present and accounted for, to take the new double time kami ngayon sa taping ng ‘The Rich ments of the woman (Maja Salvador) he loves. For his part, Paulo drama to the next level with his focused and felt portrayal. He’s Man’s Daughter’, dahil sa first week of May ang Avelino portrays Jericho’s long-lost younger brother, who has been able to mix lighthearted scenes with moments of fierce pain and airing nito to replace ‘Second Chances’ at kailangang adopted by a fabulously wealthy and powerful man. frustration—the hallmarks of his performances when he was at his marami na kaming naibankong episodes bago kami Unfortunately, however, he has inherited not only his adoptive prime (circa “Santa Santita”). magsimulang umere.” dad’s wealth, but also his coldly manipulative and acquisitive Yes, it’s an older and more mature actor we’re seeing in charge ways—and he’s also interested in Maja! —More trouble up ahead! of things now, but the rare thespic combination of directness and To date, the brothers have met, but don’t know that they’re long- subtlety is the same. 14 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Sef Cadayona hit gold

Hanggang saan aabot ang 20 pesos mo? It’s like you have to give Higit na tumatak sa isipan ng mga Kapuso natin your best. Not unlike if it ang nakakatawang commercials ni Sabado-badoo was given to you like on a host Sef Cadayona sa isang ice cream TV ad. silver platter.” Pero para sa Bubble Gang star, dugo at pawis Sa tagal na nga niyang ang pinuhunan niya para makamit ang starring role endorser ng nasabing ice sa mga ‘Cornetto’ ice cream commercials. cream brand, binibigyan Sa eksklusibong panayam ng GMANetwork.com daw siya ng kalayaan sa Kapuso comedian, dumaan daw siya sa butas ng mga ito na magbigay ng karayom dahil mahigit isang daang talents ang ng suggestions para mas nag-audition para sa naturang role. lalong maging effective at Kuwento ni Sef, “When that commercial came up, interesting ang mga commercials na ginagawa nila. PCCF beauty contestants, and current titleholders pose I auditioned. Siguro mga 150 kami doon. So ‘yun Aniya, “Oo kailangan. We have to share ideas, for a picture at the TV Taping for Frontpage Philippines. nasuwerte.” kasi like for me, I have to create things on my own Dagdag pa ni Sef, gustong-gusto raw niyang su- dahil para mag-mesh dun sa gusto nilang concept. LEFT, MP Carmichael masabak sa mga auditions dahil iba ‘yung satisfac- Kasi usually ‘yung mga nagbabato ng concepts sa pose with Ambassador tion na nakukuha niya. Kailangan daw niyang ibigay commercial na ‘yun iba-iba.” Mahilum-West while ‘yung best sa bawat casting call. “And since I have the signature, kailangan ma- a well-wisher (RIGHT) “I did the audition. I always do auditions ‘cause employ siya. So we put inputs as well. I started when poses with her. PHOTOS BY ARIEL actually kahit noong StarStruck nag-audition din I was 18. I’m 26 right now. So ‘yung chemistry rin RAMOS naman ako. I didn’t do the special screening.” namin as a team okay na.” “Siguro iba kasi ‘yung tension when you audition.

PCCF DESPEDIDA FOR CONSUL-GENERAL JUNEVER MAHILUM-WEST Outgoing Consul-General Junever Mahilum-West (HOLDING THE PLACQUE) gets a certificate of Recognition from the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF) at her despedida dinner. Ms. West has been appointed Ambassador to Jordan. APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 15 Despedida with the PIDC FIRST, PIDC despedida chair Suzy Llanera starts the program. SECOND, Jess Cabrias (SEATED) of Talakayan Radio, Ted Dayno of Forex and Rafael nebres of Action Honda enjoy the company of friends. THIRD, Little Miss con- testants and parents join the dinner. FOURTH, Angelo and Anita Diaz of Ready Honda pose with MP candi- dates Michael Levitt (York Centre).

Carla Abellana hopes Tom Rodriguez is the One + other news

arla Abellana and last year with ex-boyfriend Geoff set of winners. It’s really a big honor and I Just like Drew, Iya Tom Rodriguez Eigenmann, thanks to her promise to do my best in sharing with the is very athletic and may be “officially family’s support. “You can’t new contestants ang mga sarili kong naging she’s training to join dating” for be in a relationship when experiences noong aspiring wannabe pa ako the Iron Man 70.3 less than a you’re not confident or sa showbiz.” Triathlon Competition month, but strong enough,” After winning best actress for “English to be held in Vietnam when she said. “I’m Only, Please,” Jennylyn is all set to do a in May. “First time ko the whole new movie. Everything is coming up roses to join it and I’m really GMA 7 star was asked again… for her, except for her lovelife. Despite preparing hard for it,” she says. “As much as if she saw her former and very rumors that she has reconciled with ex-BF possible I try to work out everyday. Parang “My Husband’s Lover” happy.” Dennis Trillo, she insists that they are just nilalagnat ako kapag hindi ako nakaka- costar as “the one,” good friends. “Sa akin, kapag nakaraan work out. I’m hoping I’ll be fit enough by the answer was swift na, tapos na ‘yun. At natutuwa ako na then para tapusin ‘yung competition. I don’t Cand sounded a touch However, ‘yung mga ex ko, nagiging kaibigan ko want to be quitting nang hindi ko yung optimistic. marriage is naman. Mas maganda ‘yung wala ka nang nakukumpleto.” still not kinikimkim na anumang sama ng loob. Hope, pray something that Kami nga ni Mark Herras, best of friends “It’s very easy to see has crossed her mind. din kami and I’m very happy for Patrick Dingdong as Priest creates and imagine,” Carla told “Only time will tell,” Garcia na magpapakasal na sila ng bago Imapct reporters shortly after related Carla, who is part of niyang love na si Nikka. Positive vibes na her recent 3-year contract the sitcom “Ismol Family.” lang ang lahat.” Dingdong Dantes is amazed at the impact signing with GMA 7. “Let’s Her only ex-BF she is not in good terms of his role as Father Kokoy in the hit soap hope so… and I’m praying.” Clamor for show with is Luis Manzano, who’s now back “Pari ‘Koy” as people who see him in public The 28-year-old loves the Carla is about to start work in the arms of his own ex, . now address as Pari ‘Koy. “Some kids even fact that she can let her hair on a new soap and a project “Hindi pa lang kasi nagko-cross ang path ask me to bless them,” he says. down when she’s with Tom. for GMA News TV. The namin since we broke up two years ago. But In one episode, the show tackles the “I feel relaxed. I laugh a lot fans have been clamoring if ever na magkikita kami by accident, I’m significance of being baptized. The boy when he’s around because for another show with sure hindi kami mag-iiwasan. Ako na ang Pinggoy (played by David Remo) turns out he’s so makulit,” said Carla, Tom, but Carla said it unang babati sa kanya and I don’t think to be unbaptized because he is a neglected who admitted that she’s not would be good for her to Luis is the type na pagtataguan ako. So, orphan so he asks Pari ‘Koy to baptize him hard to please. “We just go out work with other actors. confident akong magkakabati rin kami in and get him his own ninong and ninang.It and eat, watch movies… We try “I believe it’s part of my the near future.” turns out that many children in Barangay to meet up when we don’t have job as an actress…to get Pinagpala remains unbaptized so Pari ‘Koy work.” better and hone my craft,” Iya Happy At GMA explains to them what the sacrament of she said. baptism signifies in the holy church. Raised well Iya Villania is enjoying hosting “Taste But the hypocritical ladies of the She described Tom, whom she also worked church led by Chanda Romero as Madam Jennylyn Mercado Buddies” on GMA News TV with with in the drama series “My Destiny,” as Solenn Heussaff and doesn’t mind if she’s Martha are against Pari ‘Koy’s idea of an “independent, kind and very simple” guy. is Grateful for the a replacement for Isabelle Daza. “I’m giving free christening to kids whose She learns a lot from him, she said. “He’s Blessings having fun with Solenn kasi masaya siyang parents are immoral. Pari ‘Koy disregards well-read; he’s into science, music, art, kasama,” she says. “Sa taping, tawanan their opposition and goes books—he loves them all. It’s great,” she Now that her soap, “Second Chances”, is kami nang tawanan. I’m really happy sa on with the baptismal rites. said. “More importantly, he’s responsible. on its last few weeks, Jennylyn Mercado paglipat ko sa GMA kasi they also gave The hypocrites turn off the You can see that he was raised well.” is grateful that GMA management has me the chance to host the documentary, electricity in the church, but But at the moment, Carla said, she given her another assignment right away ‘Mundo ni Juan sa Japan’, which was shown Pari ‘Koy remains unfazed would rather not put any labels on her as one of the judges in the new season of last Saturday and was about the life of and continues administering blossoming romance with Tom. “Just so “Starstruck”. “This is very meaningful for Filipinos working there. Favorite travel this important rite of the there’s no pressure or any expectations,” me kasi ako mismo, produkto ng very first destination ko ang Japan along with my church since this grace of God is not just she pointed out. Carla feels ready to start a batch ng Starstruck,” she says. “Ngayon, husband (Drew Arellano) even before we for the rich who can afford to pay for it but new serious relationship, she said, because after ten years in the business, isa na ako sa got married kaya doing the documentary for everyone who wants to be a baptized she has moved on from her nasty breakup judges na pipili sa mga magiging bagong was really a good experience for me.” Christian.

Miss Katipunan

FIRST, Baby Joshua Panaligan is happy with his balloon seated at Shirley Leblanc’s lap while her sister Ampee (SECOND) competes at the Miss Katipunan pageant. THIRD, After the pageant, Ampee joins the rest of her family, some of whom drove all the way from Ohio. 16 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 A story like no other... Fishin’ Trip A young guy from North Dakota moves to Florida and goes to a big “Bridges Of Love” Fights For Family, “everything under one roof” de- partment store looking for a job. The Manager says, “Do you have any sales experience?” Identity, And Love On Primetime TV The kid says,”Yeah. I was a sales- man back in North Dakota.” Well, Aside from Gael, Carlos, and the boss liked the kid and gave him Mia, viewers will also unravel the the job. “You start tomorrow. I’ll mysterious lives of the powerful come down after we close and See businessman, Lorenzo Antonio how you did.” His first day on the (to be played by Edu Manzano) job was rough but he got through who is the adoptive parent of it. After the store was locked up Carlos, and Alexa Meyers (to be the boss came down. “How many played by Carmina Villarroel), customers bought something from a woman of power, drive, and you today? The kid says, “One”. unparalleled glamor whose The boss says, “Just one? scorned heart who longs to be Our sales people average 20 to loved again. 30 customers a day. How much “Bridges of Love” is directed was the sale for?” The kid says, by Dado Lumibao, Will Fredo, “$101,237.65”. and Richard Somes. It is under The boss says, “$101,237.65?” What the heck did you sell?” The the Star Creatives production, kid says, “First I sold him a small the creator of recent TV hits fish hook. Then I sold him a medium including “Princess and I,” “Got fish hook. Then I sold him a larger to Believe,” “The Legal Wife,” and fish hook. Then I sold him a new “Forevermore.” fishing rod. Then I asked him The upcoming series will also where he was going fishing and he feature Antoinette Taus, Max said down the coast, so I told him Eigenmann, Maureen Mauricio, he was going to need a boat so we presents unfortunate tragedy. Lito Pimentel, John Manalo, went down to the boat department its newest Separated by guilt and hatred, Gael and and I sold him a twin engine Chris Janus del Prado, William Lorenzo, powerhouseABS-CBN drama offering this 2015 via Carlos will be bridged together by love Craft. Then he said he didn’t think Joross Gamboa, and Malou de upcoming primetime TV series “Bridges of embodied by only one woman — Mia (to be his Honda Civic would pull it, so I Guzman. Love,” an intense love story involving brothers, played by Maja Salvador), a vivacious club took him down to the automotive Don’t miss the ABS-CBN’s department and sold him that 4x4 who will be separated by hatred and guilt, and dancer who happens to be Gael’s greatest love newest powerhouse drama Expedition.” their common love for a woman who will and the woman who completed Carlos’ broken offering this 2015, “Bridges of The boss said, “A guy came in bridge them together. heart. Love,” to premiere this March here to buy a fish hook and you sold Dubbed as a “story like no other,” “Bridges of Will their love for Mia be the ultimate test on Primetime Bida. For exclusive him a BOAT and a TRUCK?” Love” shares the tale of two brothers, Gael (to to Gael and Carlos’ brotherhood torn asunder updates, log on to Twitter.com/ The kid said, “No the guy came in be played by Jericho Rosales) and Carlos (to be in the past? In the end, will love bring them here to buy Tampons for his wife StarCreativesTV and Instagram. played by Paulo Avelino), who were bound by together, or will it create an irreconcilable gap and I said, ‘Dude, your weekend’s com/StarCreatives_TV. their promise to each other but separated by an that will tear them apart permanently? shot - you should go fishing.’

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LIZA For Sale SOBERANO PANASONIC GH2 Hit Shows Puts CAMERA BODY career On Fast track (no box) Newest child star Alonzo with 14-45 lens Liza wants to thank everyone who Muhlach will bring smiles to (LENS WITH BOX) supports the series. She always reads worldwide viewers’ faces Liza the feedback on Twitter and Instagram. Soberano “Promise po namin that we will try our is focused best and we will do our best para lalo Alex Gonzaga first on her pang mapaganda yung show.” brings comic career goals After “Forevermore,” Liza will just rather than follow what the management, ABS- character ‘Inday accepting CBN, and Ogie Diaz (her suitors manager)--want her to do. She is sure Bote’ to life on at the they have plans for her too. After moment. “Forevermore” and “The Bet,” there are TFC worldwide Liza is already plans for her and Enrique. ABS-CBN’s For now, Liza is focused on her The Filipino Channel (TFC) is set to newest lead- ing dream to have two houses (one for her give worldwide viewers a magical $650 /Best offer ladies as her and one for her family), a condo unit and inspirational viewing experi- Call 416-945-2336 teleserye with Enrique and two cars. When she has those ence as it breathes new life into Gil, “For- evermore,” already, then she can start thinking the masterpiece of veteran komiks continues to top ratings. about love. novelist Pablo Go- with extra batttery Aside from “Forever- Of course, she wouldn’t be able to mez, “Inday Bote,” more,” she is also taping for achieve those without the support of starring Kapamilya “The Bet” with Enrique. her fans. She owes them whatever she TV host-actress Alex The story was lifted from will achieve in her career. Gonzaga. a Wattpad series. Suppos- Liza and Enrique have always been “Inday Bote” will edly, the mov- ie is slated to very vocal about their admiration for revolve around the be shown on April 4, Black each other, although Enrique said he story of Inday (Gonzaga), a free- Friday, but it was moved to will have to wait for the right time to spirited young lady who is ready to May to have more time court the actress. do everything for her family. Because For Sale to improve the story. Meanwhile, although Liza is a house- of her kind heart, Inday is given a She’s actu- ally not hold name now and very likable, she magic bottle which, unknown to her, Panasonic GH2 with allowed to take pictures still has bashers on social media. She is inhabited by dwarves with magical of herself while on just doesn’t mind them because they powers. How will the dwarves and 14-45 lens $650 her role in “The Bet” don’t know her anyway. magic bottle change Inday’s life? because the view- ers must be She just tries to understand her Will they brick her luck or misfortune? surprised with her look there. bashers, but she is also thankful to those “Inday Bote” will also introduce Panasonic GH3 body Does she look to follow the footsteps who defend her against her bashers. Ogie the newest Kapamilya child actor of teen royalties Daniel Padilla and always tells her to be thankful when she Alonzo Muhlach, son of former child $750 Kathryn Bernardo, or better known as has bashers because it means she’s worth star actor Niño Muhlach. He will play KathNiel? Liza said she has always been their time. the character of Entoy, one of the a fan of KathNiel, and she makes it a Liza also denied that there’s rivalry dwarves who will become Inday’s point to watch their movies. between her and Julia Barretto. She’s in friend. Under the direction of Malu Sony HX50v $400 She even has a picture of Kath in her fact invited to her debut on March 10, Sevilla and Jon Villarin, “Inday Bote” wallet, meaning that she’s a proud fan. although she’s not sure she can make it will also star Matteo Guidicelli, Kean She wouldn’t mind to follow in Kath’s because she has tapings for “Forever- Cipriano, Alora Sasam, Smokey Panasonic zs30 $300 footsteps, but it’s better if she and Quen more” on weekdays and for “The Bet” on Manaloto, Nikki Valdez, Malou will have their own identity as a love- weekends. Crisologo, and Izzy Canillo. team. Liza will also be turning 18 next year, Catch the magic of Inday and What’s important is that they both so what will be her plans for her debut? her friendly dwarves on TFC’s official have fan bases. At the end of the day, She’ll be happier if she can get time off online service, TFC.tv. Catch “Inday they are all friends, Liza said. to meet her non-showbiz friends because Bote” also via TFC’s video-on- Call She never expected that “Forevermore” she really misses them. But if ABS-CBN demand or VOD (Internet Protocol would be that successful. It’s overwhelm- and Ogie will throw a party for her, then television or IPTV) service available 416-945-2336 ing how the fans are supporting the she wouldn’t be choosy anymore. in the U.S.A, Canada, Europe, Austra- series. lia, , and Japan.

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Guests, friends and well-wishers attend the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation send-off dinner for newly-appointed Philippine Ambassador to Jordan and former Consul-general to Toronto Junever Mahilum-West. 18 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Alex, jack(ie)-of-all-trades, mas- Sharon Cuneta ter of none? Alex, jack(ie)-of- How she lost over 40 pounds all-trades, master of none?

impersonation tilt, “Your Face Sounds Familiar,” debuting on the Alex Gonzaga has no reason to sulk in one iglap ay magko-concert? Kapamilya network today. in one corner at akusahang pinababay- She is must be a jack (or jackie)-of-all Next, she revealed that, instead aan siya ng Kapamilya Network. On the trades (master of none?) or a product of of eating her blues away, she contrary, para siyang kabute. The tingting hype? has in fact been on a weight- like (Vice Ganda’s description) sister of reduction regimen that has Toni G. is everywhere doing just about TONI, MARAMOT SA WEDDING already pared off 40 lbs from her everything. DETAILS hefty frame. A lot more still needs She is into to be sweated and dieted off— hosting na Bumaling naman tayo kay Ate Toni G. but, it’s a good start! kung saan Kung gaano siya katipid sa wedding “I just do not like being big and pakikinaban- details ay full-blast naman ang promo- fat because of the demands of this gan nang tions ng You’re My Boss, her last movie sa industry I move around in. ,” she husto ang pagkadalaga. said. kanyang so- This is another challenge for direk “I just do not like being big and Third, Sharon brang kadal- Antoinette Jadaone na mabangong- dalan . Careful, careful though with what mabango ngayon dahil milyones ang fat because of the demands of hopes that when she’s back to she says at baka she ends up apologizing. isinampang pera ng road movie “That this industry I move around in.” fighting trim, she She has the tendencies you know just like Thing Called .” Admittedly, there can make a film her Ate. A dream interview, however, is a is pressure on her part lalo na nga’t may or drama series with her daughter, one-on-one with . feedback na parang walang chemistry KC Concepcion. Now, that would Meron din siyang nilalabasang teleserye, between the lead stars. Well, problema na be a “royal” thespic event truly ang Inday Bote that showcases her flair ito ng mga writer and direktor. for comedy. We’ve seen her in Sosyal at Di Aminin man o hindi, may pagka- MANILA –Sharon Cuneta was formally worth looking forward to! Now that Sharon is back in the public Sosyal segment ng Banana Nite and we kahawig sa Hollywood rom-com The announced as one of the jury members of give her a BIG STAR. Proposal ang istorya ng You’re My Boss. “Your Face Sounds Familiar,” ABS-CBN’s eye, she can expect the usual suspects to cynically and cruelly rain on her As if she is not overloaded with work Toni is the boss and a switch of roles newest variety show and the Megastar’s ay isinabak din siya as a recording artist. will occur somewhere. Mataray si Toni at latest TV project. Sharon Cuneta has been parade, sniffing that she’s too fat and old and “feeling entitled” to make a big, That’s what we call a complete package. maamong tupa si Coco Martin. This kind contending with “mega” problems of late We give her a LITTLE STAR dahil she of situational comedy works well with (her daunting battle with the bulge, TV successful comeback at this low point in her public life. Well, she should just doesn’t possess an exceptional singing Pinoy moviegoers. shows that don’t click with viewers), so little voice. We would rather listen to Daniel On the business side, You’re My has been heard from her of late. sweetly tell them to go fly a kite—and prove them wrong! Padilla’s mom. Boss has a good playdate. After a week of Imagine her fans’ pleasant surprise last But wait, there’s more. Sa mani- pagtitika at pagsasakripisyo, gutom ang week, therefore, when she up and hit the If Sharon does make a successful comeback, she would provide strong wala kayo o hindi, she is going to have a lahat para manood ng sine and the only headlines running with a series of breaking- concert at hindi po sa Zirkoh on Tomas choice they’ve got is to see You’re My news declarations: motivation for other overweight stars to slough off those unwanted pounds and Morato kundi sa Araneta Coliseum. How Boss, First, she was giving up her cushy TV5 lucky can she get? So many talented artists BIG STAR ang verdict namin. contract and returning to ABS-CBN, bring back the glow and glitter to their languishing careers. waited for years makatuntong lang sa Big Panalo sa box-office. where she will serve as a judge on a new Dome stage. Pero here comes Alex G. na FOR RENT Bathurst and Wilson Large 1 and 2 bedroom suites. Renovated, hardwood, central a/c, Large balcony. Some suites with 2 bathrooms. Call Trinity at 416-256-2900 ext. 372 Or 416-931-2206

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APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 19 Entertainment TIDBITS Rachelle Bianca to Miguel: Ann Go LESSONS Never Change ON EBING “Ismol Family” and “Sunday All Stars”. We heard that as ALONE graduation gifts to himself, Miguel got a new van and a new condo unit. His next goal is to obtain a college degree. But in “Once Upon a Kiss” SIM card this week, things take a turn mandatory for the worse when Bianca as Ella is diagnosed to have registration a brain tumor and has to be operated on as it’s affecting her nears neurological functions. Miguel as Prince tries his best to take passage care of Ella and even asks to be in the same section as her in class so they can sit beside MANILA - All prepaid each other. Meantime, Mylene subscribers need to register ianca Umali is very proud of her ka-love team Dizon as Giselle gets terribly their Subscriber Identity Miguel Tanfelix for graduating with honors from jealous when she learns that Module (SIM) card should high school at Cavite School of Life. Miguel got her husband Cris Villanueva as the proposed measure, which Eric has become the business the Most Outstanding Awards in Performing Arts, passed on second reading A lot has changed since partner of as becomes a law. Theater Arts and the Loyalty Award. Bianca herself first left for attended the graduation rites last Saturday, March Aurora, his ex-GF. This after members of 21, with Miguel’s family and here’s what her own the House committee London. message for him says: “Congratulations, graduate! Super duper proud of On na sila Eula and on Information and Today, the Kapuso Byou! Will always be here lang for you. Don’t change ha! Here’s to a new Communications Technology, Christian performer is already an chapter of your life... High Five.” led by Chairman and Rizal award-winning stage Miguel himself declares: “Masayang-masaya po ako dahil isang Rep. Joel Roy Duavit, Officially on na ngayon sina actress, the theme song malaking achievement po para sa akin itong pag-graduate ko ng high unanimously approved House Eula Caballero at Christian school kahit working student ako. Unti-unti ko pong natutupad yung Bill 5231, otherwise known vocalist of a Cinderella Samson, ang dating finalist ng mga pangarap ko at napakalaking bagay po sa akin yung pag-aaral ko. as SIM card Registration Act remake and a proud Star Factor ng TV 5 four years At the same time, nagpapasalamat din ako sa lahat ng mga sumuporta of 2015, a consolidation of ago. Dito nagkita ang dalawa domesticated woman. sa akin. Siyempre po, unang-una akong nagpapasalamat ako kay God. nine bills. sa TV5. Nagkadevelop-an sila During her guesting in Lagi ko pong pinagdarasal noon pa na sana makatapos ako ng high Under the proposed hanggang naging mag-MU. The Ryzza Mae Show, school at binigyan Niya po ako ng lakas para magawa ko ito. Sunod po measure, all direct sellers Lately, napagtanto ni Eula na sa aking mga magulang na nandyan parati para suportahan ako. We are mandated to registered she remembered how she siya’y 19 na at puwede nang come from a family rin po kasi of educators. Yung lola ko po owns a pertinent data in a previously shared with the makipag-boyfriend. Naging school and simula po pagkabata itinuro na nila sa akin ang kahalagahan registration form device for madalas ang dates nila at child host that she cannot ng pag-aaral kaya po para sa kanila rin po iyong diploma ko. Kahit po the purpose to include full nakilala na nila nang husto ang cook at all, and how that nung nag-artista na ko, sinasabi po nila parati sa akin na hindi habang name and address of the end isa’t isa. doesn’t hold true anymore. buhay yung pag-aartista kaya dapat mag-aral ng mabuti para meron din users. Inamin na ni Eula ang tunay ibang career na mapupuntahan aside from showbiz.” Authors of the measure “‘Di ba kinu-kuwento ko niyang nararamdaman para What is his advice to other artistas who want to finish their studies are Representatives dati na ‘di ako marunong? kay Christian. Naramdaman despite their hectic showbiz schedule? “Dapat talaga, alam nila kung Marlyn Primicias-Agabas daw niya na mahalaga pala si Ngayon, marunong na gaano kahalaga yung education sa buhay nila. Wala namang imposible (Pangasinan), Magnolia Rose Christian sa kanyang buhay. ko magluto. ‘Di na siya kapag ginusto mo, di ba. Tapos time management is very important. Antonino-Nadres (Nueva Si Christian ay 22 years old na karegang (kare kare You have to devote time for your studies kahit pagod ka na sa taping Ecija), Sergio Apostol ngayon. mo. Maraming sacrifices na dapat gawin like hindi ka na muna lalabas (Leyte), Rodolfo Biazon at sinigang). Hindi na In fact, kaya siya napapayag or maglalaro with your friends just to focus on your studies. And last is (Muntinlupa City), Winston masabaw ‘yung kare kare na mag-pose para sa cover ng discipline po sa sarili if you want to achieve something.” Castelo (Quezon City), Joel FHM ay dahil sa payo na rin ko,” she joyously said. As a teen actor, Miguel is seen regularly in three GMA-7 shows: Roy Duavit (Rizal), Sherwin ni Christian na nagsabing isa Living alone in London The nightly primetime soap “Once Upon a Kiss” and the weekend shows Gatchalian (Valenzuela itong art form. City), Maximo Rodriguez has urged her to learn Jr. (Abante Mindanao doing things for herself, party-list), Rufus Rodriguez including cooking her own (Cagayan de Oro City), meals. and Marcelino Teodoro “Wala akong kasama dun Manual Voting looms (Marikina City). Under the bill, every direct sa London. Ako lang mag- SC gives TRO on Comelec-Smartmatic deal seller shall require the end isa, tapos ang mahal ng user of a SIM card to present pagkain so natuto akong valid identification with MANILA - There is a possibility that the 2016 elections cover “a small section of the Philippines,” Jimenez said. magluto mag-isa,” she photo to ascertain the latter’s may revert to the old manual system if the Supreme Court He said the Comelec is considering the possibility of added. identity. rejects the use of the 82,000 Precinct Count Optical Scan allowing its own computer experts to refurbish the old Rachelle is having the time machines that were used in previous elections. machines instead of commissioning Smartmatic. The direct seller shall “Manual elections remain in the realm of possibilities,” Even retired Comelec chairman Sixto Brillantes Jr., also require the end user of her life playing Gigi in Comelec spokesman James Jimenez said after the SC who was severely criticized for pushing the Smartmatic to accomplish and sign Miss Saigon but admits to stopped the controversial P268-million diagnostic and contract although he was already set to retire, is concerned a control-numbered be missing a lot about the repair deal the Comelec awarded to the Smartmatic-TIM at the possibility that the 2016 elections will revert to the registration form issued Philippines. Learning how consortium. Although the probability of returning to manual system based on the election automation law. by the respective Public manual elections is “low,” Jimenez said the poll body is not Smartmatic-TIM President Cesar Flores on the other Telecommunications Entity to prepare Filipino cuisine discounting the possibility and the Comelec was preparing hand expressed confidence that the firm will be able (PTE) of the SIM card being appeases her homesickness. contingencies. to surpass a legal hurdle in its P268-million deal with “You have to understand that machines are the bulk of Comelec. ‘’This calls to mind the year 2012 when the purchased. “I’m very proud of myself. machines we will be using. The whole project will last 5 Court issued a TRO against the option to purchase. The registration form shall Marunong na kong magluto months if we can get TRO lifted [so] early resolution of After the oral arguments, the Supreme Court upheld include an attestation by the ng kare kare, sinigang, this TRO would mean we have time to finish the program with finality the validity of the contract. Similarly, we are adobo (at) gising gising,” within the year,’’ he said. confident that after the Court hears our arguments, it will SIM CARD Although the Comelec is also contracting the eventually decide for the soundness and validity of this continued from page 24 she told Ryzza. acquisition of 23,000 more voting machines, that can only contract.” 20 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Rey Pamaran: Forgive Melissa

Mendez Joey Baking’s (www.Filipinogoodlife.com) Filipino Good Life Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation Filipino Community Bid Adieu

to Ambassador Mahilum-West ABOVE, Member of Parliament John Carmichael poses with Ambassador TORONTO - Members of the Filipino to the Kingdom of Jordan with concurrent Mahilum-West. BELOW, a well-wisher community in Canada bid farewell to jurisdiction over the Palestine Republic, poses with the Ambassador. newly appointed Philippine Ambassador Her Excellency Junever Mahilum-West. The Despedida Party held March 21st at the St. Ohrid Macedonian Banquet Hall in Toronto, was hosted by the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF), headed by its’ President Romy Rafael and Executive Vice-President Rosemer Enverga, and Ancop (Answering the Cry of Nakiusap si sa kampo the Poor) ni Rey Pamaran na magkapatawaran Canada, na sa nangyaring engkuwentro nila ng headed by aktres na si Melissa Mendez, habang its’ President lulan ng Cebu Pacific plane papuntang Ricky Pagadian City, noong Biyernes, March Cuenca. It 20. was attended Humantong na kasi ito sa paghahain by more ni Rey ng reklamong slander laban kay than 200 Melissa, na may kaakibat na damages leaders, members, media and friends na tatlong milyong piso. of the Filipino community from the Ayaw nang magkomento ni Melissa Greater Toronto Area, Barrie and other tungkol sa reklamong inihain laban areas in the central Ontario Simcoe sa kanya ni Rey, base na rin sa text na County and Montreal in the province of ipinadala niya sa PEP.ph (Philippine Quebec. Also amongst the well-wishers Entertainment Portal), were Senator Tobias (Jun) Enverga, “Since nasa court na ‘yan, in respect the first Canadian of Filipino origin of the court, I opt not to comment. appointed to the Senate and Member of Thank You,” sabi ni Melissa. Parliament John Carmichael. Sa pamamagitan ng Instagram ay Ambassador Mahilum-West served may panawagan si Robin sa kampo ni the Filipino community as the Consul Rey na patawarin na si Melissa. General of the Greater Toronto Area, Hindi raw siya nakikialam sa Saskatchewan and Manitoba for the away nina Melissa at Rey, ngunit last three years. She is very popular nakikiusap siya sa ngalan ng respeto and is well loved by the Filipinos in at pakikipagkapwa-tao dahil the jurisdiction she served for the nagpakumbaba na raw ang aktres. personalized service she provided as a Pahayag ni Robin, “Sir, it will be very Diplomat. good for everybody, especially to the Proceeds of $3,000 from the farewell young men of sports/bodybuilding and event was presented to Ambassador law school, if the both of you will set Mahilum-West, which was put towards an example of practicing the code of the construction of a house in her name chivalry. in Ancop’s PCCF Village to be in built “Matanda na rin po si Melissa, 50 in the storm ravaged Tacloban in Leyte. yrs old na siya, maliit na babae at hindi In her remarks to those present in her naman mayaman, may naipon ngunit send-off, Ambassador Mahilum-West hindi naman sobra, sapat lang para sa said that, “You make me feel honored, pamilya. humble and inspired. The best is yet to “Hindi po ako nakikialam, bagkus ay come for our community here and with nakikiusap. your drive, initiative and bayanihan “Naniniwala po ako na kayong dalawa spirit, it will start to happen soon.” ay marangal na tao at hindi umaatras sa Now on its 5th year of existence, laban, ngunit nagpakumbaba na po si PCCF through its’ projects, is working Melissa at humingi na ng paumanhin Singers for Flor Vendiola towards getting more houses added at patawad. to the PCCF Village in Tacloban. “Malinaw na ayaw na po niyang Construction of one house in the village lumaban pa. costs $3,000. “Dasal po ng Katipunan ay PCCF’s main event for the summer magkaroon na po ng katapusan ang of 2015, is the Pinoy Fiesta and Trade hindi pagkakaintindihan na ito at Show in Toronto, scheduled for June magsilbing aral sa lahat ng sumasakay 27th at the Metro-Toronto Convention ng eroplano, babae man o lalaki. Centre. It will be highlighted by the “Ang pagpapatawad po ninyo PCCF pageants and a Trade Show . kay Melissa Mendez ay tatanawing Tickets are now available for the event. utang na loob ng lupon ng mga Interested exhibitors are also invited to Rebolusyonaryong Pangkapayapaan.” pursue the opportunity of promoting Matatandaang humingi na ng public their products and services. For more apology si Melissa, sa pamamagitan ng information or any inquiries, please Instagram, ngunit hindi ito tinanggap e-mail: [email protected] ni Rey at itinuloy pa rin ang paghahain or [email protected]. (*** LEFT, Alyssa Datu gets interviewed by Philip Beloso at FV Foods co-founder Flor Vendiola’s 1-year death ng reklamo laban sa aktres. anniversary remembrance dinner last January. Alyssa will have her first concert on May 16 at the Chinese Fe P. Taduran***) Cultural Centre at 5183 Sheppard Ave. East. RIGHT, Chyrell Samson sings in honor of Flor too at the same event. APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 21 VIRAL: Pinoy in Entertainment Canada saves woman from For Sale raging partner PANASONIC GH2 CAMERA BODY (no ‘Your face’ Sounds box) TORONTO – A Filipino living in Ontario, Canada went an extra mile to confront a complete stranger who with 14-45 lens (LENS WITH was physically abusing a woman. Familiar Now Kevin Panlilio, a native of Cainta, Rizal, said he was BOX) waiting for his dad to pick him up at a bus station ABS-CBN has definitely come up with a real winner in their new around midnight when he chanced upon a couple franchise show, “Your Face Sounds Familiar”. It has gained $650 /Best arguing. more viewers than the show it replaced, “The Voice Philip- offer “Few moments later it turns to screaming, with the pines”. Viewers are really curious who the celebrity con- Call 416-945-2336 guy of course overpowering testants will imitate next among local and international with 2 extra battteries the girl,” he told ABS- singers? CBNNews.com. In the first episode, Jay-R emerged the winner while Panlilio said he did not copying local rocker Pepe Smith, with Edgar want to step in, especially Allan Guzman runner up as Usher. Also mak- MIGRATE since he did not have ing an impression then was Karla Estrada as continued from page 11 anything to do with the Sharon Cuneta. In the second episode last couple. week, Karla became the topnotcher while the success of our OFW recourse— “I wanted to pretend I imitating Chaka Khan with by driving up our exchange rate—is wasn’t hearing them so I her excellent version of hampering our competitiveness in turned up the music on “Through the Fire”. In other exports; and lulling our political my iPhone. I was actually all fairness, Nyoy Volante is also and economic leaders into thinking walking away slowly too because, to be honest, I didn’t impressive in his own version of Yoyoy our economy’s in better shape than it want to have anything to do with them,” he said. Villame in “Buchikchik”, Tutti Caringal is. However, he suddenly felt an urge to intervene when as Adam Levine, and Jay-R as Stevie Wonder. In the case of the Then there’s the problem of “brain he saw the guy pulling the girl’s hair and punching her. other contestants, some are obviously put there just for comic relief, drain.” Pernia cites research that shows “To be honest with you, I got scared, but as soon as I like Melai Cantiveros imitating in the first week, then labor export is indeed creaming off saw that fist hit the girl’s face it was almost of impulse Britney Spears in the second episode. the finest of our blue-collar workers reaction, instinct that I just had to go and intervene,” Viewers also follow the comments of the show’s three judges: too fast for our education system he said. Sharon Cuneta, Gary Valenciano and Jed Madela. In the last show, to replenish. And, of course, rich- He said that as he walked closer to the couple, he Edgar Allan imitated Gary V’s singing and dancing. They even had country migration policies cherry- knew he had to be gentle “because fighting fire with a showdown. He’s quite good, but Gary himself was obviously not pick technologists, literates and other fire is foolish.” pleased or impressed and gave him a very low rating of just 1. The highly-educated people. We console Panlilio said he calmly told the man to stop what he fans of the stars who are part of the contest also make their presence ourselves with the thought that was doing, but the man was too angry. felt, like in the case of Jolina Magdangal fans who complained in our OFWs learn skills they would “As I was just about to tell the girl to leave, the guy social media when Sharon Cuneta gave Jolens a low rating. eventually bring home. But the higher grabs my hoodie and sucker punches me couple of their skills—Pernia argues—the times in the face. I went more likely their host-societies would down on my knees but can “...they Barbie still regales fans assimilate them. still see and hear the girl being able to drive away,” he themselves Barbie Almalbis is a 37-year-old mother of two kids, but the pop said. rock singer remains so young looking that she re- mains Assuring our young there’s hope The girl was able to escape in demand even as an endorser. She is now the en- are victims Whether the optimists or the while the man vented his dorser of D&D Guitars and she’s happy about it pessimists are proved right on the anger upon the Filipino. of domestic for she has always been associated with the musi- cal OFW question, we can’t deny there’s Instead of hitting back, instrument that she is famous for and that “I a growing sense of despair about our Panlilio said he just asked the abuse; from love to strumm every now and then”. Also, her country’s future. And it’s not just our guy to stop. contract as Nestle’s Nido endorser has been their fathers, present-day leaders who are to blame. “The guy was still taunting extended for a year and a half as she’s a per- “Philippine policymaking,” the me and wanted to hit me fect example to young moms who know boyfriends,” World Bank noted in 1993, “has more but I just again asked how to give her kids proper nourishment. historically been captive to powerful for him to stop and ‘find Barbie has also just released her new album, “My New Heart”, vested interests that have shaped something that’ll make him happy’ or something to with new original songs that music lovers can appreciate like “Run economic policy, to protect and that effect,” he said, explaining that the phrase he used for Cover,” “Say Goodbye” and “My New Heart”. Barbie herself pro- enhance their privileged position, was something that his mom has always been telling duced it under 12 Stone Records label, with paintings on the cover often to the detriment of national him since he was a child. done by her own husband, Martin Honasan. For more updates about, well-being.” “The guy then ran to his car, and so did I to the check out her Facebook account at facebook.com/barbie almalbis. Even the Jesuit sociologist Fr. John nearest bus shelter in fear of him getting some sort of J. Carroll became pessimistic about weapon. Luckily, he didn’t,” he added. the long-term viability of democratic The punch left Panlilio a damaged tissue on the face Natural comedian si Marian - Paolo politics in our society of great and a black eye. inequality, “where the powerful use the He admitted that at first, he was apathetic to the Maagang nagsimula sa showbiz si Kapuso actor Paolo Contis law to oppress the weak.” (Fr. Carroll’s issue of domestic violence, but the incident he got into kaya’t maituturing na siyang beterano sa industriya. Pero ayon sa recent death left a gap in Philippine was an eye-opener. “It made me realize that domestic Yagit star, kahit dekada na ang binibilang niya sa pagiging artista ay scholarship we will not soon fill.) violence is a much bigger issue than I expected. It’s mayroong bagay pa rin daw na nagpapahirap sa kanya sa The system works less and less well; definitely a bigger conversation that everybody needs to pag-arte. and since its problems are structural, have,” he said. “I find it hard to make people laugh especially with there are no prospects for short-term Panlilio said that after the incident, many of his our culture since the Filipinos cry easily. Emotion- al improvements to which people could friends opened up to him about the abuse they had tayo,” pahayag ni Paolo. In fact, mas challenging daw ang look forward. Stability based on been experiencing. “But after this incident, a lot of my pagpapatawa niya sa Bubble Gang kaysa sa pagko- stagnation may not last forever—but it friends had messaged me, phoning me, texting me, kontrabida niya sa Afternoon Prime soap. can last long enough. So that for more telling me that they themselves are victims of domestic Aniya, “‘Pag sa soap, madaling magpaiyak. Maging honest actor ka and more of our young people, the abuse; from their fathers, boyfriends,” he said. lang kaya mo na ‘yon. Pero it’s hard to make people laugh especially only remedy is to start over elsewhere; Panilio is now involved with a group in Ontario that ‘pag weekly mo ginagawa. So para sa ‘kin mas challenging ‘yung com- and the earlier, the better. helps women and children suffering abuse. edy.” Nang minsang mag-guest si Marian Rivera sa Bubble Gang, So what are we stay-at-homes to He also posted his “black-eye” photo (PHOTO)on na-amaze raw si Paolo dahil sisiw lang sa Primetime Queen ang do? We who continue to believe in Facebook to raise awareness about the issue of domestic magpatawa. this country’s capacity to renew itself violence, not only in Canada, but in other places too. “Natural comedian si Marian eh,” saad niya. Ayon kay Paolo, must chart for it a new beginning. We Panlilio’s photo has now more than 40,000 Likes and sana raw ay maging madalas ang pag-guest ni Marian sa gag show. must assure our young people there is 1,000 Shares on Facebook. Marami raw kasi silang plano ni Michael V. para sa upcoming lead hope for this country. “I just hope with this picture that people will not get star ng The Rich Man’s Daughter. Kuwento ni Paolo, dahil sa galing Until the system begins to work for scared to intervene with the fear of getting a black eye, ni Marian ay gumawa sila ni Bitoy ng isang on-the-spot sketch. “Sabi everyday people—and not just for the but rather be encouraged to step in when witnessing namin ni Bitoy, gawa tayo ng sketch na Michael Cinco. So ginawa influential and the powerful—parents domestic violence,” he said. nga. Siya [Bitoy] ang nagsulat, kami ang nag-conceptualize,” anang and grandparents will wait endlessly Panililio lived in the Philippines until he and his Yagit star. for their children to return home. family left for Canada in 2005. He said they still visit “Hopefully kapag bumalik si Marian, it could be a recurring sketch by JUAN T. GATBONTON the Philippines once in a while and he still considers with her. I think mga two or three more guestings pa [sa Bubble himself “100% Pinoy.” Gang],” pagtatapos ni Paolo. 22 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Western night at the Scarborough Chapter Order of the Knights of Rizal KOR Hunk Shot By Romy Zetazate Neil, as his friend call him is a Christian – follower of Christ In Irish, his name means champion or passionate. This young lad lives in Brampton. Champion as per his nickname defines; “Neil” has a lot in his mind to accomplish. He is working on his electrical engineering career and hoping to help out his parents and have his It will be a western night during during the event and for more own place, car and the 22nd anniversary of the information, kindly call Sir family. He wants to Order of the Knights of Ruzal, Manny Yanga, 416 - 858 - 0616; try mountain climbing Scarborough Chapter which Sir Aristeo (Bert) Mondragon, or skydiving. His will be held on April 18, 2015 416 - 388 - 4293; Sir Vir favorite place to visit (Saturday) at the Ellesmere Amante, 547 - 391 - 4600; and is Tokyo, Japan. Community Centre, 20 Canadian Lady Emy Amante, 416 839 Kare-kare and pork chop are his flip Road, Scarborough, Toronto, 6464. (St. jamestown News foods to savour. Ontario, Canada. Serice) According to Sir Manny Yanga, immediate past chapter Photo shows Fe Taduran, Sir George Poblete, Sir Jojo Taduran, Sire Bert commander,and Sir Aristeo Mondragon and Sir Manny Yanga at (Bert) Mondragon, incumbent the PCCF despedida for Ambassador chapter commander, of the Junever Mahilum-West. PHOTO BY OKOR Scarborough Chapter, the ARIEL RAMOS (St. Jamestown News attire will be western or “cowboy). Service) ********* Christian Neil A Bautista There will some surprises

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Parehong kinakabahan at excited sina cohost Willie’s show Gabbi Garcia at Ruru Madrid, o Ga- For Sale bRu, sa kanilang upcoming teleserye na Let The Love Begin. Pagkatapos PANASONIC GH2 nilang maging bahagi ng My Destiny at “He was simply waiting for the right time,” vice president for drama productions Redgie CAMERA BODY Seasons of Love, bibida ang dalawa Randy Santiago said of good friend Willie Acuña-Magno told the Inquirer before GMA sa kanilang kauna-unahang primetime (no box) Revillame’s return to the biz. The singer-actor 7 made the official announcement of Willie’s series. will direct the controversial TV host’s new transfer. “Napaka-surreal pa ng lahat. with 14-45 lens Sunday game show, “WowoWin,” which airs Magno noted that Willie was very “hands- Unang una sa lahat, hindi naman (LENS WITH BOX) on GMA 7 starting April 26. on and passionate” about work. “I used to work namin in-expect na after My Destiny Randy said he and Willie kept in touch for Helen Vela, so I became friends with him ay bibigyan agad kami ng new show,” this past year, brainstorming for their latest and [ex-wife] Princess Punzalan,” she related. pahayag ni Gabbi, who recently went project. “It will be similar to Willie’s previous Lilybeth Rasonable, senior vice president to her graduation ball. Dagdag pa ng aspiring pilot, “It’s variety programs, but we will introduce new for entertainment television, described always fun naman working with Ruru, so twists,” he told the Inquirer by phone. him as a “good and entertaining host” and looking forward ako to more experi- Both started in GMA 7 in 1987 via the based on several meetings, “friendly and ences with him in terms of work. And defunct noontime show “Lunch Date.” Willie accommodating.” also ang viewers, alam ko excited na was one of Randy’s so-called “hawi” boys Rasonable and Magno clarified that Willie rin sila. Nae-excite din kami na gawin (bodyguards). With John Estrada, they later will not be directly under their supervision, as ‘tong show na ‘to and this is for them.” cohosted “Magandang Tanghali Bayan” on the new show will not be network-produced. Para naman sa kanyang katambal ABS-CBN. Willie isn’t a contract talent either, but a na si Ruru, mas nararamdaman daw Asked what he thought about “WowoWin” block-timer—which means he is purchasing niya ang excitement kaysa pressure at kaba. being in the same turf as “Eat Bulaga”— airtime, allegedly worth P2 million per week. “Sobrang nakakakaba din pero mas $650 /Best offer which Willie’s original program “Wowowee” Elaine Timbol, business unit head of Willie’s nangingibabaw po ‘yung excitement attempted to topple a couple of years ago, own production firm WBR Entertainment, kasi matagal ko nang pinapangarap Call 416-945-2336 Randy said: “There was some teasing, but declined to confirm the amount, saying she ‘to, matagal ko nang gustong makamit never any badmouthing among the two show’s wasn’t privy to the negotiations. “That figure ang bagay na ‘to. And ito na nga siya, with extra batttery hosts. We all meet outside work; everything’s sounds quite big though,” she said. so bibigay ko na lang talaga ang best fine.” Though she couldn’t reveal much about the ko dito ang talagang sisiguraduhin ko Willie recently inked an airtime deal for program—slated for the 3:30 p.m. Sunday na bawat eksena na ibibigay ko ay the showing of “WowoWin” on the Kapuso slot—Timbol assured that “WowoWin” will ang pinaka-best ko.” Pagdating naman sa pressure ng network. Present during the signing were the have the same core as the various incarnations pagbibida sa isang primetime show, ito station’s top bosses, led by GMA 7 chair and of “Wowowee,” like “Wil Time Big Time” ang nasabi ng GabRu. chief executive officer, Atty. Felipe Gozon. and “Wowowillie,” which both aired on TV5. “Siguro ‘yung pressure, more on the “We are pleased to have him in the network,” challenging part. Natsa-challenge kami ForSony HX50VSale he said in a statement. “Willie has a very large Planning stage na mas pagandahin pa ‘yung love following.” team namin para sa mga tao. And na- $400 “The aim is still to make people happy,” challenge kami in terms of our talent, of Homecoming she said, adding that the show is still in the our acting skills,” saad ni Gabbi. “planning stage.” Ayon naman kay Ruru, “’Yung pressure siguro kailangan naman namin ‘yan Call Other GMA 7 bosses were likewise receptive According to the grapevine, Jennylyn para ma-remind ‘yung sarili namin na of Willie’s homecoming. Mercado is being eyed as a cohost. Timbol huwag kaming maging kampante.” “If he comes up with a great show, it will was tight-lipped on this, too, saying, “We’re 416-945-2336 help the network… And we welcome that,” just working hard on our pilot episode.” Despedida in the PIDC

LEFT, Singer Jenifer Camacho performs for the Congen. MIDDLE, Consul-general Junever Mahilum-West (SEATED WITH PLACQUE) poses with PIDC and their Liberal politicician supporters. RIGHT, PIDC Officers pose before the Congen’s arrival. RIGHT, Little Miss Philippines contestants and their parents join the despedida. 24 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 NO TINIKLING continued from page 7 Spotlight stunts among tables and ramps arranged at the back of the stage set up inside the former At the corner of Ayala Avenue and Makati Avenue was the grand dame of movie theaters, the Rizal Theater. This place was a lovely example of stylish US military base. art deco and was an awesome place to watch a flick for anyone from the 1950s to the 1980s. Ballet Philippines danced a beat-box Memories are made of these: Many children of those eras recall watching Snow White, Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo, Pete’s Dragon and Star Wars in this version of “Atin Cu Pung Singsing.” theater, the only one that had three levels – Orchestra, Balcony and Loge. What it is now: With many malls opening their own cineplexes, standalone movie theaters weren’t all that commercially viable and so the Rizal Theater “We featured the contemporary culture was sadly demolished. The Makati Shangri-la Hotel now stands in its place. of Clark and Pampanga. The bikers are very strong there. Aside from Pampanga parol, there were also hot-air balloons and hip-hop groups [to indicate] the strong influence of American culture,” Jardin said. A similar effort to allow foreign guests to experience the local lifestyle was supposed to take place in Albay province. Jardin said Albay Governor Joey Salceda stopped at nothing to spruce up their astrodome. Local bands practiced Bach and Vivaldi and more than 120 dancers from Manila were set to arrive. Alas, a weather disturbance forced organizers to relocate the entire event to Fairmont Makati hotel. Jardin managed to pull in eight choirs from all over Metro Manila for the finale. “We got a standing ovation,” he said.

Food and cuisine

Food is another important element. Via Mare was tapped for Pampanga cuisine served during the Clark presentation. Taal Vista pulled out former Malacañang executive chef Babes Austria, who has just retired. Jardin is busy prepping for the dinners and cultural presentations for two ministerial meetings in Boracay that would be held three days apart in May. Crossword No shirts and ties while on the island. Jardin said loot bags will contain flip-flops, Puzzle insect repellent and a selfie stick. And instead of ushers in baro’t saya, there will be diwata, sirena and other mythical creatures from OUR MAN IN OTTAWA Pinoy folklore to entertain the guests. “We have already showcased tinikling and singkil in the past. Gasgas na, and foreign visitors should now see a different facet of Philippine society,” Jardin stressed. Your Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Philippines! If you still haven’t heard, we know how to party.

Filipinos 5th

Senator Tobias Enverga (SECOND FROM LEFT) poses with well-sihers during happiest the PCCF despedida for Ambassador Mahilum-West.

The Philippines ranked 5th happiest coun- try in the world in 2014, US-based Gallup said, as the world marked the third annual International Day of Happiness. In its Positive Experience Index report, the Philippines has a score of 80, tied with and Switzerland, as the 5th happiest countries among 143 countries surveyed last year. Paraguayans are the happiest in the world with a highest score of 89. Columbia, meanwhile, tied with Ecuador and Guatemala, as the second happiest with an index score of 84. Honduras, Guatemala and Panama tied for third; while Costa Rica, El Salvador and Nicaragua ranked fourth. The top 10-ranked countries are all situ- ated in Latin America The least happy country is Sudan with an index score of 47. Gallup said more than 70 percent of people worldwide experienced a lot of enjoyment, smiled or laughed a lot, felt well- rested and felt treated with respect. Additionally, 50 percent of people said they learned or did something interesting Answers on the day before the interview. Page 26

APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 L. M. Confidential 25 Should ROTC Life & Other Hacks be made mandatory Loving Burnt again? Toast is Love

Alex Gonzaga feels embarrassed about MANILA -- Should the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) be reinstated His Mom Served Burnt toast , but he being pitted against Vice Ganda as a mandatory course in colleges and was shocked when his Dad said this. universities? “When I was about eight or nine, my For Alex Gonzaga, the rumors pitting began. Speaking to dzMM, Col. Antonio mom burnt some toast . her against phenomenal star Vice Ganda Alex continued, “Tsaka from day one Lastimado, Deputy Assistant Chief of One night that stood out in my mind is utterly ridiculous. This issue stems talaga never nagpakita si Vice ng poot or Staff for Reservist and Retiree Affairs of is when she had made dinner for us from the fact that Vice’s Vice Gandang [nagparamdam na] hindi ako pwedeng the Philippine Army, said the country’s after a very long and rough day at Ganda Sa Sarili: Eh Di Wow! Concert mag-promote sa kanya. He’s always reserve force drastically went down when work, She placed a plate of jam and is happening almost a month after Alex’s been so nice, accommodating and even the National Service Training Program extremely burned toast in front of my own Unexpected Concert also at the Big sa Daddy ko. Sobrang pinaparamdam (NSTP) Law was passed in 2001. dad. Not slightly burnt but completely Dome. sa amin ni Vice na parang kapatid “Napakalaki po ng kakulangan blackened toast. Although Vice has already denied niya talaga kaming magkapatid. So [sa reserve force]...bulk po ng I was just waiting to see if anyone any rivalry between one of his best nakakahiya na ganon.” pinanggagalingan ng ating reserve force noticed the burnt toast and say friends, Alex, during her contract Nevertheless, the Inday Bote actress ay ROTC talaga. Kapag bumaba po ang anything. But Dad just ate his toast signing for smartphone brand Blackview, claimed that she reached out to Vice enrollment sa ROTC, wala na po tayong and asked me if I did my homework nevertheless addressed the issue a day after her It’s Showtime stint earlier. pagkukunan ng reserve,” he added. and how my day was. I don’t remember after hearing about it. “Kaya nga kanina nag-Showtime ako, Ideally, the country’s reserve force what I told him that night, but I do “Oo kasi may mga nag-ta-tag sa akin. naglagay ako ng letter kasi tinawag niya should be 80% more than its active force. remember hearing my mom apologizing Nahihiya ako for Vice kasi bakit naman? ako eh kasi late siyang dumating. Hindi At present, Philippine Army has 20,000 to dad for burning the toast. And I’ll Parang bago pa itapat ang dami ko pang ko siya nakausap pero naglagay ako ng reserve officers, while it has 126,000 active never forget what he said: kakainin na bigas. Kasi si Vice Ganda letter,” she said. officers. “Sweetie, I love burned toast.” is Unkabogable Phenomenal Star,” she “Ang ating reserve force po, they will Later that night, I went to tell my serve as base for expansion ng ating armed dad good night and ask him if he forces, kapag nagkaroon tayo ng emergency really liked his toast burned. He put his or giyera, sila ay tatawagin, imo-mobilize arm on my shoulder and said, Charo tells students: po. Then ‘yun na po ang magiging trabaho “Your momma put in a very long day nila,” Lastimado explained. at work today and she was very tired. The passage of the NSTP Law was in And besides, A burnt toast never hurts Good values matter response to the death of Mark Chua, a anyone but you know what does? ABS-CBN president and CEO Charo Santos- Atty. Eugenio Villareal. Among the congress’ University of Santo Tomas student who Harsh words!” Concio reminded over 1,000 communication panelists were ABS-CBN Publishing Inc. president students on the importance of having good values Ernie Lopez, ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (AFPI) was killed after exposing the anomalies in The he continued to say “You in her keynote address at the Pinoy Media Congress creative director Vanessa Valdez, AFPI consultant the university’s ROTC program. know, life is full of imperfect things and (PMC) Year 9, held recently at St. Paul University Angie Yu-Pineda, and ABS-CBN business units imperfect people I’m not the best at Manila. heads Linggit Tan-Marasigan, Deo Endrinal, Julie hardly anything, and I forget birthdays “Your talent may win you your dream. But only Ann Benitez, Ginny Ocampo, Lui Andrada, Joyce Volunteerism, love of country your good values that will make you feel proud of Liquicia, and Reily Santiago. and anniversaries just like every yourself,” she said. After learning about the current and future trends Atty. Philip Sigfrid Fortun, who was an other human. What I’ve learned over Santos-Concio is one of the speakers who shared and practices in the industry, the students also had the years, is that learning to accept wisdom and inspiration in the event organized a dialogue with the ABS-CBN bosses led by head ROTC officer when he was in college, each others faults and choosing to by ABS-CBN and the Philippine Association of of Free TV Cory Vidanes. Apart from answering the shared that being part of the reserve Communication Educators Foundation (PACEF) to delegates’ questions, they also gave them advice celebrate each other’s differences, officers corps helped him a lot in being a help prepare communication students for their future on how to make it in the industry. lawyer. is one of the most important keys for roles in the media. The delegates, some of them coming from as far creating a healthy, growing, and Resource speakers were ABS-CBN executives as Baguio, Tacloban, and Cagayan de Oro, took “One of the things ROTC develops lasting relationship. Life is too short Fernando Villar, Maria Concepcion Alcedo, March to social media to express their satisfaction with the in the student, aside from adventure, is Ventosa, Marah Faner-Capuyan, Roxy Liquigan, event, which also featured surprise performances to wake up with regrets. Love the volunteerism. ‘Pag andun ka na sa ROTC, Ging Reyes, Donald Lim, Leo Katigbak, Enrico from Kapamilya stars. it becomes love of country eh, because people who treat you right and have Santos, Vivian Tin, and Laurenti Dyogi. With another successful staging of the PMC, ABS- compassion for the ones who don’t.” Asian Institute of Journalism and Communication CBN Integrated Corporate Communications Division you are taught precisely how to sacrifice Enjoy Life Now. president Prof. Ramon Tuazon, ABS-CBN News officer in charge Kane Errol Choa said the best is your life, to a point na it develops love of correspondent Atom Araullo, and Movie and yet to come for Pinoy Media Congress. country, it develops a burning desire to Television Review & Classification Board chairman serve the people,” he added. He added that it is time to reinstate ROTC, especially since the country is Answers critically affected by climate change. Candid SPOOF Crossword “Lalo na ngayon na we are the most critically affected ng climate change kasi archipelagic tayo. Tumataas ang dagat, It’s nice of them to give me nag-iiba ang simoy ng hangin...kailangan this much but I cannot finish talaga ng ready reserve force, ito ‘yung this halo halo. focus precisely ng ROTC: able bodied people who are volunteers, who are willing to suffer and to do things for the country without compensation,” Fortun said. There has also been a call to boost the Philippines’ reserve forces in the face of a growing China, which has become more assertive in its claims in the West Philippine Sea. Valenzuela Representative Sherwin Gatchalian, who authored House Bill 2388 which calls for ROTC’s revival, Action Honda’s Rafael Paeng Nebres tries to figure out how much the halo halo shared Fortun’s view on the ROTC. weighs at the despedida dinner for Congen Junever Mahilum-West. 26 L. M. Confidential APRIL 2015 APRIL 2015 Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF) Diana to A Despedida for Congen Junever Mahilum-West wed model

Diana Zubiri is all set to tie the knot with Fil- Australian model Andrew “Andy” Smith on May 10, 2015. They just had their pre-nuptial photos taken in Ja- pan, which is meaningful for them as it is where Andrew proposed marriage to Diana. Their photos have been posted on Instagram. Diana was last seen in ABS- CBN’s “Bukas na Lang Kita Mamahalin” and “Juan de la Cruz”. She is now busy shooting the drama movie, “Daluyong”, where she plays a woman who falls in love and has a son with Scarborough Toyota’s Manny Yanga, MP John Carmichael, PCCF’s a priest, played by Allen Dizon. “Daluyong” Rosemer Enverga, Romy Rafael, PC Senator Tobias Enverga, Pors also stars Eddie Garcia, Ricky Davao and and Norma Canlas pose at the PCCF despedida. Aiko Melendez, directed by Mel Chionglo and produced by Mrs. Baby Go. She has a child FAR LEFT, Miss from a previous relationship. Philippines- Andrew was the big winner in the Mossimo Canada contestant Bikini Summit in Boracay in 2007. He hosted Nathalie Ramos is some TV shows, including one with Andi Man- introduced to the zano, and some local events, but his showbiz audience. career didn’t really take off mainly because he LEFT, Katrina Rafael doesn’t speak Tagalog fluently. He also used to attends the dinner be a professional tennis player. with her parents. In his Instagram account, this is Andrew’s message for Diana: “Everyday I wonder how I got so lucky with you. The happiness you give is more than I ever expected. Soon you will be mine forever@dianazubiri.” Our best wishes to the couple and may your marriage be truly successful and last a lifetime. Last Friday, March 26, Gary Valenciano’s younger son, Gab, also tied the knot with Tricia ABOVE, PCCF’s Rosemer Enverga, PC Senator Tobias Enverga Centenera in a Christian wedding in Tagaytay. present outgoing Consul-General West a Certificate of Recognition. Congratulations to the newly weds. Only Gary’s Far right is Congen’s husband John. LEFT, Frank Maralag of Pillars daughter, Keanna, is the one who remains Seniors poses with Senator Tobias Enverga. BELOW, Everyone psoes single in their family. with the Ambassador.

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