How to Marry a Filipina Goodbye Summer, Hello Christmas

SEPTEMBER 2015 L ittleM anilaConfidential How to marry a Filipina Senate. bill seeks. tougher rules on foreigners marrying Pinays MANILA - Should the Philippine government impose more requirements on foreigners who want to marry Filipino women? The Family Code currently requires foreigners who want to marry Filipinos to show proof of legal capacity to contract marriage issued by their diplomatic or consular officials.

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Customs to open Door to Door Boxes?

MANILA, Philippines - The Bureau of Customs said it may impose tougher measures on balikbayan boxes for fear that these tax-free packages are being used by traders to smuggle goods into the country. “The existing rules are obsolete and we may have to reassess our coordination and processes with consolidators for stricter and improved compliance,” Customs Commissioner Alberto Lina said.

DOOR TO DOOR Goodbye Summer, continued on page 21 Hello Christmas It’s that month of the year when Filipinos mark the start of the Christmas season when everyone ha a spring -ironically - is in every step and the smell happiness is in air and Christmas songs fills the airwaves.

ABOVE, That smile of Katrina de Veyra is one of the reasons lining up at FV Foods during the Taste of Manila 2015 seem pleasant. LEFT ABOVE, Little Miss Philippines PIDC 2014 Samantha Gavin walks with other beauties at the Taste of Manila parade. LEFT, Dr. Solon Guzman proudly shows off his colors at the Philippine Colleges & University Summerfest. PHOTO BY ARIEL RAMOS • LEFT BELOW, Maria Panaligan Harold Guarin of Roadsport sings at the Taste of Manila 2015. PHOTO BY NOLI GUMAPAC Honda poses with colleagues at the Scarborough Ribfest. PCCF supports ANCOP ACTION MAN

Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF) showed their support to Answering the Cry of the Poor (ANCOP) by donating $10,000. In photo, PCCF is represented by their beauty pageant winners Miss Teen Philippines Canada Ansha Joy Love, Again Hipolito, Little Miss Phil Canada runner-up Kaila Lorey Ventura- CAMILLE WILLIAM Yaras and Miss Philippines Canada Duque & Berry Rafael Nebres (3RD FROM LEFT), Action Honda’s Nathalie Ramos. manager, poses with JDL’s Clique singing group at the Taste of Manila 2015. AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 1 2 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 50B PRISON NOT Provide Decent Jobs NEEDED Daniel vow to

But Conditional Cash program defended by MANILA - The Catholic Church’s kathryn eternal the government prison ministry is opposing a govern- Sa Rated K, nagpasalamat ang Teen ment plan to build a P50-billion mega King and Queen Daniel Padilla and Kathryn prison, stressing that the project is “un- Bernardo sa mga fans nila na apat na taon ng PHILIPPINES - The Conditional government should instead invest more necessary.” The CBCP Episcopal Com- nakasuporta Cash Transfer (CCT) program is a on providing decent jobs to Filipinos mission on Prison Pastoral Care said sa kanila. Sa long-term solution to intergenerational rather than spending billions of pesos for there are other more practical solutions apat na taon poverty. the CCT. to decongest the national penitentiary. na ito, marami National Economic and Development “Let us teach our people how to catch na ring shared For one, said ECPPC executive sec- memories at Authority (NEDA) Director General fish and not to continuously depend retary Rodolfo Diamante, the project “is Arsenio Balisacan pointed this out on government’s resources through discoveries not [in] the best interest of the prison si Kathryn at yesterday as he defended before the the CCT. It is the primary duty of the community members.” Daniel tungkol House Committee on Appropriations state to ensure that quality and decent “The ECPPC has long opposed the sa isa’t isa. the continued implementation of CCT, jobs are given to Filipinos. The need for project on the ground that it is not the Ayon kay often called the government dole-out livelihood and jobs are the real concerns solution to the problem of the Bureau Kathryn, kilala program. now and this is a long-term solution of Corrections,” Diamante said in a na niya ang Under the proposed 2016 national to address the widespread poverty,” report posted on the CBCP official “moods at ugali” ni Daniel. Alam na rin niya budget, the CCT program will be Romualdez, president of the Philippine ang mga paborito nitong pagkain. Sobrang website. mysterious rin daw ni Daniel pero maalagain at allocated P62.67 billion, up from Constitution Association (Philconsa), What is needed, he said, is to P62.3 billion in 2015, to benefit 4.6 said. lahat ay tinuturing na family. Ayon naman kay improve the existing facilities in seven Daniel, mababaw lang at madaling pasayin si million household beneficiaries, Budget colonies where inmates of National Kathryn. “Bigyan mo lang yan ng cotton candy Secretary Florencio “Butch” Abad told LONG-TERM SOLUTION Bilibid Prisons in Muntinlupa can be masaya na ‘to e.” the same House panel chaired by Davao transferred. Marami na rin silang napuntahang lugar na Rep. Isidro Ungab. But Balisacan said the decision to “Moreover, there is the law on magkasama sila. Ang paborito ni Kathryn ay At the Development Budget expand to high school aged children was GCTA (Good Conduct Time Allow- Los Angeles. Gusto rin nila sa Norway dahil sa Coordinating Committee (DBCC) based on research evidence that older ance) that if applied would dramatically magandang scenery at dahil na rin naranasan briefing on the P3.002-trillion national Filipino children have lower school nilang tumakbo sa yelo. decongest the jails,” Diamante said. Nagkwento rin si Kathryn at Daniel kung ano budget for 2016 before the House attendance rates than younger ones. The law, approved by President Committee on Appropriations, Balisacan “More generally, contrary to ang mga favorite kilig scenes nila bilang Angelo Benigno Aquino III in May 2013, Buenavista at Yna Macaspac sa teleseryeng justified the scaling up of the CCT allegations that the CCT program is a reduces the prison terms of inmates for Pangako Sa’Yo. Favorite diumano ni Daniel program or the Pantawid Pamilyang dole out, I would like to emphasize that good behavior. ang mga scenes noong “nagkakailangan sila Pilipino Program (4Ps) to cover more the CCT program is actually meant to “So there’s really no need to spend ni Yna.” Si Kathryn naman paborito ang scene beneficiaries, including those in high provide a long-term solution to poverty. P50 billion on what is believed to be a kung saan hinarana siya ni Angelo at ng buong school and beneficiary families. While, admitting that they still have modern Alcatraz,” the priest said. Casa Corazon. However, opposition lawmakers Leyte “a lot of ground to cover in improving The new prison facility will rise over Sinabi rin ni Daniel na ang dream date niya Rep. Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, who our people’s welfare,” Balisacan said with Kathryn ay isang bonfire date sa “shore.” the next three years in Nueva Ecija that Pangako ni Kathryn kay Daniel na “after heads the House Independent Bloc, they have started to see greater inroads will house convicts from the NBP. and House Senior Deputy Minority ng family ko, malaking part siya ng buhay ko The supposed state-of-the-art facility forever.” Hindi na raw mawawala ang mga Leader and Bayan Muna party-list Neri PROVIDE DECENT JOBS will be built on a 500-hectare complex shared memories nila ni Daniel. Si Daniel naman Colmenares maintained that the Aquino continued on page 22 within Fort Magsaysay, the country’s pangako kay Kathryn na, “lagi ako nandito, largest military reservation. kahit anong mangyari.” AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 3 After proposal to lift term limits, Wat Da FACT? BY JOSE BAKING Binay also backs BRIBERY AT BOC? economic Cha-cha HIGHER FEES SA CUSTOMS IS THE RESULT OF BRIBERY?

I am confused. A representative of the door to door companies is saying that Customs personnel are asking for bribes to release their containers fast. Now I am confused and shocked. Oh My G. Totoo ba ito? I am shocked that there is bribery at Bureau of Customs (BOC). He also says that if Customs increase their container fees too much, kakaunti na lang ang mapupunta sa bulsa nila. Malalaki na at malalalim pa naman ang mga bulsa nila. Naku, siguro walang katapusan ang paghuhulog mo ng barya diyan. What the facts are ba naman? Vice President Jejomar, in his version of the State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Monday, said he supports the proposal to amend the economic provisions of the Constitution.

Nationalist Alliance (UNA) said last April. President Binay, VP Aquino MANILA - The proposal first floated in the House of Representa- UNA interim president and Navotas City Rep. tives when Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. filed his House Resolution Tobias Tiangco said the LP pressured Sevilla to Headline reads “Aquino says no as Roxas’ VP.” of Both Houses 1, which seeks to add the phrase “unless otherwise resign after the latter refused to make the BOC With good reason. Imagine Roxas and him provided for by law” in the economic provisions of the Constitution. a milking cow of the ruling party. Now that door running for President and VP respectively This means amending the Constitution would only take legislation. to door boxes are now being subjected to scrutiny, and Roxas lost and he won as VP. Now comes In his Sona delivered at the Cavite State University, Binay said the it is becoming clear that there might be some the nightmare scenario for him - BINAY entry of foreign direct investments (FDI) in the country is hindered truth to the accusation. Now, I read the news WINNING AS PRESIDENT. Yikes. Or does by the administration’s opposition to the proposal to amend the that Aquino told the BOC to stop opening boxes he believe that Roxas cannot win as President the economic provisions of the Charter. but only open those that looks suspicious in x-ray. reason he turned it down? As the late comedian “Malaking balakid sa pagpasok ng FDI ang pagtutol ng adminis- Hmmm...Customs opening you box does not Dolphy once said, “running for elected office is trasyon na amyendahan ang mga economic provisions ng Saligang- inspire confidence. easy. What if you win?” In this case, if Aquino Batas. Ito ang malaking balakid sa pamumuhunan ng mga dayuhang wins as VP to Binay’s Presidency...you imagine investors,” Binay said. (The administration’s refusal to amend the the scenario. Sabotaging Roxas? economic provisions of the Constitution that prohibits the entry of FDIs from coming in.) Christmas starts in September Is Aquino trying to sabotage Roxas campaign for The Vice President said if the economic provisions of the Consti- president? I mean, the timing is not good to pull tution were amended, the more foreign investments in the country Filipinos have three seasons; wet, dry and this kind of enforcement. And since Customs is would open up more employment opportunities for Filipinos. Christmas. Christmas for us Filipinos starts in not known for it’s honesty, can you blame OFW’s “Kapag na-amyendahan ang economic provisions, mabubuksan September. it’s when everyone suddenly feel the for crying foul? Labor Secretary Rosalinda ang public utilities na magreresulta naman sa pagpapabilis ng Public rush of optimism in the air. I do not know why Baldoz is trying to have it both ways like Aquino. Private Partnerships o PPP, at higit na mabuting serbisyo at pasilidad but it seems there are two events when business She says she is against opening of OFW boxes para sa lahat,” he said. (Once these economic provisions are amend- also makes money; Christmas and election. but that she supports Customs in doing their job. ed, public utilities will be opened up and will speed up formation of Fortunately or unfortunately, depends on how Or is Aquino already giving Roxas an excuse for public-private partnerships and much-improved services and facili- you analyze it, national elections only happens an election that he feels Roxas will lose? ties for everyone.) once every 6 years. But then again, there are still Binay had also floated the idea of amending the Constitution to the barangay and senate, congress elections. Well, Headline - 4 detained rapists of lift the term limits of officials and allow them to run for multiple I guess all is not lost. vice governor’s kin shot dead terms. Binay later clarified that his “one to sawa” statement was directed to local officials only. Customs as Cash Cow for Election Hmmm...this is a very complicated case. I “Itong term na ito ’di talaga ako naniniwala d’yan. Kailangan one strongly believe this is a case of suicide. What to sawa ’yan, hangga’t gusto ng tao. Kaya kung meron amendments For refusing to raise P3 billion for the campaign else could it be? They felt remorseful, they asked sa Constitution, ipapaalis ko yung term limitation. Hangga’t maaari, kitty of the Liberal Party (LP), John Sevilla for a gun from the policemen guarding them and iboto nang iboto,” Binay said before local officials of Bacolod City. was pressured to resign as Bureau of Customs they shot themselves. Case closed. chief by the ruling party, the opposition United Naia bus scheme a flop?

A public utility bus waits for passengers at Submit ads & press releases by Naia 3 on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2015. MANILA - Out of the 55 public September 15 for the October 2015 issue. utility buses (PUBs) that were given special permits to extend their routes and pick up commuters from Terminal 3 and 4 of Ninoy Aquino International ittle anila Confidential Airport (Naia), only about 10 buses had L M been turning up daily since the scheme EDITOR: Jose Baking EMAIL: [email protected] started on July 23, officials noted. TEL: 416-945-2336 PUBLISHED BY: Match International Group David De Castro, spokesman of Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), said it was also CORRESPONDENTS: observed during the weeklong trial run that only a handful of pas- . . sengers—sometimes only 10 per bus—had availed themselves of the transport. “We also noticed that in the afternoon there are hardly any buses coming to Terminal 3. One possible reason is that they are already stuck on Edsa,” De Castro said. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LT- FRB) earlier issued special permits to 55 buses owned by Sevensky Noli Gumapac Gerrard Amparo Sheila Camangian Raymond Santos Jojo Taduran Express Liner Corp., Magicline Express Corp., Mayamy Transport Corp. and Naia Metro Link Bus. It allowed them to pick up and unload passengers at two stops on Domestic Road and Circulo de NOTICE CORRESPONDENTS Mundo. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in LM Ed Tubale Confidential only & not for use for other publications. The exception The special permit allowed the PUBs coming from Roxas Boule- applies if the advertising material was supplied by the advertiser. vard, which pass through Naia Road, to proceed through Domestic www.FilipinoGoodLife.com US LOCATIONS www.LMConfidential.com Froilan Baking continued page 26 4 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 LAUGH RESORT Honey Shot DAD’S CONFUSION ” It’s the Spring of 1957 and Charry Bobby goes to pick up his date, likes playing Peggy Sue. Bobby’s a pretty hip guy with his own car and a ducktail Xylophone. hairdo. When he goes to the front She also likes Elha Nympha wins door, Peggy Sue’s father answers writing on and invites him in. the ‘The Voice Kids’ “Peggy Sue’s not ready yet, so wattpad. why don’t you have a seat?” he says. She is the Season 2 “That’s cool.” says Bobby. Peggy daughter of Banana cue vendor Elha Mae Nympha Sue’s father asks Bobby what they was declared grand winner of the second are planning to do. Bobby replies Vincent and season of the talent search “The Voice Kids. ” politely that they will probably just Riziel. The 11-year-old went home with a record- go to the malt shop or to a drive-in ing contract from MCA Music Inc., a music instrument package, a family utility vehicle, movie. Peggy Sue’s father responds a house and lot worth P2 million, P1 million “Why don’t you kids go out and cash, and a P1-million trust fund. screw? I hear all of the kids are Elha said she planned to put up a “banan- doing it.” acue restaurant” with her cash prize. Naturally this comes as quite Elha’s coach, rock singer Bamboo Mañalac a surprise to Bobby and he says explained why he felt emotional when his “Whaaaat?” ward’s name was announced. “I saw greatness “Yeah,” says Peggy Sue’s father, in her. I was the only coach who turned for her during the blind auditions,” he told the “Peggy Sue really likes to screw; Inquirer shortly after the finale held at the she’ll Screw all night if we let her!” Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts Bobby’s eyes light up and smiles World Manila. from ear to ear. Immediately, Elha competed with fellow Team Bamboo he has revised the plans for the singer Reynan Dal-Anay, 11, as well as Esang evening. de Torres, 8, and Sassa Dagdag, 12, of the A few minutes later, Peggy Sue team of Coach Sarah Geronimo. comes downstairs in her little In choosing the members of Team Kaway- an, Coach Bamboo said: “I just had to bring poodle skirt with her saddle shoes forward the person who I feel who is ready and announces that she’s ready to vocally. We’re looking for a star. Someone we go. can connect,” said Bamboo prior to the finale. Almost breathless with anticipa- Prior to the show, coach Sarah said she felt tion, Bobby escorts his date out more relaxed being that none of her singers the front door while dad is saying Kyle Echarri, 10, and Zephanie Dimaranan, “Have a good evening kids,” with a 12, made it to the finale. wink for Bobby. The pop superstar said she already had a favorite but would not tell who. About 20 minutes later, a thor- Coach Lea Salonga, who will be leaving for oughly disheveled Peggy Sue rushes the United States on Monday, said she would back into the house, slams the door bring her experience with the kids with her behind her and screams at her wherever she goes. The Tony-Award winner father: said she would return home in 2016, after “DAMNIT DADDY! THE Charry Alviz a stint on Broadway for the musical “Alle- TWIST!!!!! IT’S CALLED THE giance.” TWIST!!!!!”

AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 5 Philippines Slow Yolanda rehab bad for Mar UN criticizes PHL for slow recovery

commended in terms of its immedi- ate responses, its attention to ensuring How Dawn, sustainable durable solutions for IDPs (internally displaced persons) remains Richard feel inadequate to date,” Beyani said in a statement posted on the UN website. about romantic Aside from falling short of safety stan- dards, the wood-and-tin “bunkhouses” also leave women and girls vulnerable to scenes now sexual abuse and early pregnancy, Beyani said. MANILA – Former real-life couple Dawn The box-like shanties also rob the Zulueta and Richard Gomez no longer storm survivors of their “privacy and get conscious whenever they have dignity” as they struggle to rebuild their romantic scenes together. lives, he said. Zulueta said she and Gomez have Haiyan, the most powerful storm ever become good friends through the recorded to hit land, wiped out entire years. communities and left 7,350 dead or “Pinagtatawanan namin. ‘Yung mga missing when it struck the impoverished eksena na [may lines na], ‘Mahala central islands in November 2013. MANILA – An official of the Caritas Gariguez said President Aquino must pa rin kita.’ Hindi nga? Mga ganun. Philippines said the government’s turtle- back off from using Roxas’ Yolanda cre- Roughly 2,000 families remain in the bunkhouses as well as in palm-thatch Pinagtatawanan na lang namin ang paced response to the rehabilitation of dentials if he wants his anointed one to mga eksena na sobrang seryoso,” Yolanda-hit areas will haunt Liberal Party succeed in the 2016 elections. temporary homes, said Social Welfare standard bearer Mar Roxas. ‘’They should not use that as part of his Secretary Corazon Soliman. she said. Zulueta said they are very Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the (Roxas) credentials because it would be The government aims to move 70 per- comfortable working with each other Philippines News (CBCP News) quoted embarrassing on their part,’’ he said. cent of the 2,000 into permanent concrete that they get to pick on each other Caritas Philippines executive secretary Fr. United Nations special rapporteur on homes by year-end, she said. while on set. Edu Gariguez as saying that the ‘’dismal’’ the human rights Chaloka Beyani earlier President Benigno Aquino has bud- “Hindi naman kami nag-aasaran performance of the government in the said many storm survivors in the central geted 160 billion pesos ($3.6 billion) to pero nagkukulitan kami. Between he rebuilding of homes and relocation of region have had to endure relocating to rebuild after Haiyan, considered as one of and I kasi, walang pikon. Ganun pa rin the major tests of his six-year term that survivors will definitely affect the image evacuation camps up to three times since siya, walang pinagbago. Pareho lang of President Aquino’s preferred successor. the typhoon struck in 2013, and the sub- will end in June next year. The Philippines is one of the world’s naman kaming playful. Madalas kino- ‘’This government has nothing to be standard housing leaves them vulnerable comedy lang namin muna ang eksena,” proud about when it comes to the rehabil- to future typhoons. most disaster-prone countries, at risk itation,’’ Gariguez said. “While the government is to be from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and she explained. an average 20 typhoons yearly. Their team-up has been dubbed in showbiz circles as “the eternal love team of all time,” since it was launched in the ‘90s romantic drama “Hihintayin Kita Sa Langit.” While they now have PNOY using government funds to prop separate private lives, their team-up has maintained a strong fan base that they reunited in the 2013 series up Roxas “Walang Hanggan.” Following the series, Zulueta and MANILA - A militant group scored other Cabinet officials who are believed to who accompanied Aquino were Justice Gomez are now set to headline the Malacañang for allowing Interior be running in next year’s senatorial race. Secretary Leila de Lima, PhilHealth Star Cinema movie “The Love Affair.” Secretary Manula “Mar” Roxas 2nd and “It is shameless abuse of public funds director Risa Hontiveros and Health other members of the Cabinet who plan or partisan political activity. Why in the Secretary Janet Garin. Asked for the secret to their love to run in next year’s polls to use their world was the MMDA (Metro Manila “This unapologetic abuse of power is team, Zulueta said: “Hindi ko nga positions and government funds in their Development Authority) chairman supposedly what PNoy and his party alam. Kasi ngayon lang naman parang “pseudo campaigns.” (Francis Tolentino) even in Cebu if he fought against, but now they are guilty of nabuhay ulit. Nakakatawa nga kasi “Mar Roxas and Noynoy (President wasn’t running in 2016? None of these the very same evils they once condemned,” nung ‘90s naman kami nag-umpisa Benigno) Aquino (3rd) are doing the exact officials engaged in early campaigning stressed the Bayan leader. pero ngayon kasi may bago na same thing that GMA (Gloria Macapagal even have the delicadeza to resign from Roxas tendered his resignation as DILG kaming fan base, ‘yung mga mas bata. Arroyo) did in 2004. They are using their appointive positions,” Reyes said. Secretary but was reportedly persuaded by I think sila na ‘yung mga anak ng mga their position and government resources But Presidential Communications the President to extend his stint in the kahenerasyon natin.” for early campaigning. That was what Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr. defended cabinet to complete several unfinished On “The Love Affair,” Zulueta and happened in Cebu yesterday,” Bagong the Cabinet officials’ presence in Cebu, tasks, among which are the modernization Alyansang Makabayan secretary general explaining that being “alter egos” of the of the Philippine National Police and the Gomez play a married couple who Renato Reyes Jr. said in a statement. President, it is their duty to “touch base” relocation of informal settlers in Metro are undergoing challenges in their Reyes was referring to the officials’ visit with the people they serve. Manila. relationship. to Cebu on Monday, accompanied by Besides Roxas and Tolentino, those

Ms. Mahal Mitra-Hudson Bribery is the reason for Door to Door Fee increase (seated) , a leading Toronto FilCan leadership & life development MANILA - A freight forwarder ang papeles mo,” he said. taxes for containers from the US coach , was guest at Pinoy has stepped forward and revealed According to Ungco, they had to from P80,000 to P120,000. Radio’s “Sunday Talk Show that there was indeed a “tara” or pay corrupt Customs officials around “Okay lang sa akin taasan ‘yung with Randy” on August 16, 2015 bribery system they adhered to with P40,000 to P85,000 for each con- tax up to P200,000 puwede kaya lang .Shown L-R are : talk show host the Bureau of Customs for the faster tainer that had balikbayan boxes. He dapat bawasan niyo ‘yung tara niyo,” Randy Bucao, teacher-guest processing of balikbayan boxes in said the bribe depended on the size Ungco said. Mayumi Mitra - Montealto and ports. of the shipment. Top Customs officials were not co-host Tony A. San Juan .Not shown is DJ Ryan Orlanda. (Photo Door to Door Consolidators As- “Kami naman, lalo na ako, magne- immediately available for comment as courtesy : M.M. Montealto) sociation of the Philippines chairman negosyo ako sa Pilipinas alam kong of posting time. The Bureau has come Ramon Ungco confirmed the sup- corrupt. Magtatara ako para bumilis under fire from the public over a plan posed bribery system. lang. ‘Yan lang ang hinahabol namin to do random physical inspections of “Kailangan magbigay ka ng tara kasi mga balikbayan yan,” he said. balikbayan boxes. The plan has since kasi kung hindi, hindi aasikasuhin Customs also recently increased been shelved. 6 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 Mark baptized Low remittance weakens Peso at 21

MANILA - The Philippine peso, languish- “The current account will get smaller TV5’S heartthrob Mark Neumann ing at a five-year low against the dollar, will via lower remittances and drive the peso turned 21 years old yesterday, lose more ground to the greenback in the weaker, so the fundamentals are changing,” August 23, and he not only cel- coming months as remittances from mil- said Sean Yokota, head of Asia Strategy at ebrated his birthday but also had lions of Filipinos overseas slow and foreign the Scandinavian bank SEB in Singapore, his christening. Just like Ryzza Mae investors rotate out of the Manila stock adding that he expects the peso to lose Dizon and Liza market. more than 5 percent of its value against the Soberano, Mark The Philippines is one of the fastest- greenback on a three-month horizon. had not really growing economy in the region thanks to If the central bank had not intervened, been baptized at strong private demand. The peso, unlike the peso would have fared worse, said a all. His late Croa- many emerging-market currencies in trader. A central bank gauge showed the tian mother and Southeast Asia, has been relatively resilient peso was the least volatile currency in Pinoy dad didn’t in the face of volatile capital flows ahead Southeast Asia as of end-July. The baht, ru- have time to take him to church of an eventual rise in U.S. interest rates. piah and ringgit were more than two times to welcome him to the Christian While it has weakened more than 2 percent more volatile than the peso. World. against the greenback so far this year, the The peso drifted to as low as 45.82 per Ryzza and Liza also had their decline is less than the falls in the Thai dollar, the weakest since July 2010. The of 2015 grew on average 5.4 percent, own christening recently and Mark baht, Indonesian rupiah and Malaysian peso’s fall, however, will benefit exports - compared with 6 percent a year earlier. now officially follows, with Ogie ringgit. another growth engine - and could help That compared with annual increases of 7 Alcasid, TV5 entertainment head But the sputtering global economy may the sector bounce back from a 17.4 percent percent in the years after the 2008 global Wilma Galvante, and entertain- have at last dealt a blow to remittances - a year-on-year drop in May, its steepest in financial crisis. Net foreign selling of Phil- ment press icons Cristy Fermin major economic engine for the Philippines. more than three years. ippine stocks has also surged, weighing on and Ricky Lo as his ninongs and Remittances in the first five months the peso. ninangs. “It’s my most memorable birthday dahil, finally, nabinyagan na ako!” he says. He feels he really has a lot to be thankful for. “This year is really Voting machines will be delivered on time a good one for me. What with my MANILA - THE Commission on Elec- tian Lim said the machines will be deliv- for the 23,000 OMR units was P2.5 billion. launch with Shaira Mae in several tions (Comelec) is confident that all 93,977 ered in several phases and the last delivery The contract for the 70,997 OMR ma- ‘Wattpad Presents Stories’ and Optical Mark Reader (OMR) machines will be on Jan. 16, 2016. For the 23,000 chines is P9.7 billion. later, with me playing the title role will have been delivered for inspection and units, the first five machines will be deliv- Bautista said delivery of the machines in the local adaptation of the testing even if it has yet to sign a contract ered in September, 200 in October, 6,000 in should not be delayed so that the com- popular Koreanovela, ‘The Baker with technology provider Smartmatic Corp. November, 6,000 in December and the rest mission will have time to test them to King’, that’s been extended up to Comelec Chairman Andres Bautista on in January 2016. “For the 70,977 units, we ensure that they are in accordance with the September. My birthday wish now Tuesday said negotiations for the first lot of expect the same proportional delivery,” Lim required specifications. Also, Comelec field is ma-try ko naman sanang gu- 23,000 OMRs is ongoing. said. He said Smartmatic will be penalized personnel will demonstrate to teachers the mawa ng full length movie. I heard “After that we’re looking to issue a notice if it fails to meet the delivery deadline. use of the machines. may balak ang TV5 for me at sana of award. With respect to the (second lot “We will deduct from their contract the The counting machines will be manufac- matuloy iyon. Meantime, huwag of ) 70,977, the contract negotiations for total penalty which is equivalent to one- tured in Sho Tzu, China. Some Comelec kayong bibitaw sa ‘The Baker King’ that would not be as difficult as the first be- fourth of 1 percent of the contract price for officials will go to the manufacturing site to dahil marami pang exciting twists cause we have already a template,” Bautista every day of delay,” Lim explained. inspect the machines, Bautista said. and turns in the story until it ends in said. Senior Commissioner Robert Chris- The Comelec’s approved budget contract September.”

AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 7 WALLY, A HIT Philippines AS LOLA NI DORA AND PH Internet users ‘paying more’ for DUH

WALLY Bayola is no doubt such a big hit as slow connection speed – study Lola Nidora in “Eat Bulaga’s” Juan for All, All for Juan segment that launched the phenomenal AlDub loveteam in their trendsetting MANILA - Internet users in the less every year,” she said. connection speed. Kalyeserye. Philippines are “paying more for less” as “We actually offered the lowest value “In terms of average peak connection Now, no doubt the actual speed of their connection has for money when we tested all these other speed, 20.3 mbps is what was registered Wally will gain more never reached the “advertised speed” by ISPs during the first quarter of 2014. So for the PH. As you can see, Singapore admirers with the Internet service providers (ISPs), a study that’s a position that we don’t want to be is leading with 98.5 , Hong Kong with new character he has introduced showed. in because that means Filipino Internet 92.6 and South Korea at 79 mbps,” she in the show, Mary Grace Santos, a research fellow subscribers pay more for less and the said. Duhrizz, nicknamed of the LIRNEasia, presented the results actual speed of Internet connection Santos said Internet connection is Duh, who is the of their study during the hearing of in the country has never reached the also “very expensive” in the Philippines, granddaughter of the Senate committee on trade on the advertised speed.” pointing out that the bandwidth in Lola Nidora. impact of slow and expensive Internet in “Not even once. The highest average Manila would range from $25 to $45 per Duh is an outrageous pa-sosyal balikbayan the country. actual speed that was attained by an mbps or it could go up as $70 in Cebu character who speaks in English and is fond of “Based on our study, we tested the ISP was only 26.65 percent of the compared to only $5 and $6 in Hong dancing the Twerk. With her foreign twang, she basic data plans of the three major advertised speed,” she said. “That means Kong and Australia, respectively. pronounces sinigang as sinigong and kangkong as kungkong. She does the Pabebe Tongue, ISPs in the Philippines and if you can it was always 80 percent lower than the She cited two main reasons why the in response to the endearing and now famous see here, from 2011, we actually saw advertised speed and speed performance Philippines has been lagging behind Pabebe Wave and Pinky Promise of Alden deteriorating actual versus advertised actually declines for all ISP tested…,” other nations in terms of Internet Richards and Yaya Dub. When introduced to speed from 2011 to 2014. That’s not the she added. Based on the report, she said connection: First, the lack of government Alden, Duh does her lascivious Pabebe Tongue ideal scenario,” Santos said. the Philippines is third to the lowest support for Internet infrastructure in her outlandish costume to seduce him, making “In terms of value for money, we also in terms of average speed and second and the lack of real competition in the Alden cringe and nearly wanting to throw up. saw that we’re actually paying more for lowest in the Asia Pacific in terms of telecommunications industry. Duh quickly became a trending topic in social media and she now has own Twitter account where she shares her plans on how to snatch Alden away from Yaya Dub. Netizens warmly welcomed Duh as the newest addition Philippines in their favorite noontime show and Duh will no doubt make the Alden-Yaya Dub saga much more hilariously interesting with her as their ka- NEWS love triangle. Meantime, the Yaya Dub-Frankie wedding last Saturday was an epic failure as it turned out PH says can still P6b lost to traffic Rifles defective that the pastor who officiated their nuptials was fake and got arrested by the cops who showed hit low end of 2015 daily in 15 years MANILA - The Armed Forces of up at the venue. Lola Nidora admitted that she GDP growth target the Philippines has 50,629 pieces just engineered the whole thing and said sorry MANILA - Seantor Paolo Benigno of M4 assault rifles in its arsenal but to Alden, who’s jubilant about what happened. Aquino warned that the country could these are defective and could not be MANILA - The Philippines economy lose up to P6 billion a day by 2030 if the used by government soldiers, a military can still achieve the lower end of the government fails to address heavy traffic spokesman said. Dennis talks about official 7 to 8 percent growth target this in Metro Manila. The rifles valued at P1.9 billion were INC movie year if the government clears bottlenecks At present, losses due to traffic supplied by the United States-based holding up public spending, the econom- congestion is estimated at P2.4 billion Remington Outdoor Company but the DENNIS Trillo feels honored to be chosen ic planning secretary said on Monday. daily, he said, citing a study by the Japan company still has to replace the defective to play the title role in “Felix Manalo”, the “The consumption part of the econo- International Cooperation Agency weapons, according to Col. Noel filmbio of the founder of the Iglesia ni Cristo my is doing well. I hope private invest- ( JICA). Detoyato, AFP public affairs chief. who was born in 1886 and passed away in ments will do well. I’m hoping that the Aquino filed a resolution recently In August last year, the military 1963. “Not everyone is given this rare chance public spending program had performed seeking a review of the country’s roadmap handed 27,000 pieces of M-4 rifles of playing a real life character at talagang nagpapasalamat akong sa akin napunta better (in the second quarter) than the for transport infrastructure development to the Philippine Army and Marines first quarter. Also expect exports to re- to come up with better ways to address ito,” he says. “Napakalaking proyekto nito, in ceremonies attended by President ginastusan nang husto ang period production cover a bit in the second half of the year,” the worsening traffic conditions in Metro Benigno S. Aquino III at Camp Arsenio Balisacan told reporters. design, and I know hindi ako ang first choice Manila. Aguinaldo. sa title role, but I’m thankful na ako pala ang Growth in the first quarter unex- “Commuters as well as private vehicle After a technical inspection, the destined to play it. Bale reunion namin ito ni pectedly slowed to a six-year low on a owners suffer the monstrous and military’s acceptance committee rejected Direk Joel Lamangan, who gave me my first quarter-on-quarter basis, largely due to extremely costly traffic every day in Metro the rifles due to defective sights and acting awards when I did ‘Aishite Imasu’ playing slow public spending. Manila,” Aquino said in his resolution. barrel grooves, Detoyato said. He did not the role of a transgender.” The “Roadmap for Transportsay when Remington would replace the So, how did he make himself transform into Felix Manalo? “Mahirap gawin kasi wala Infrastructure Development for Metro rifles. Manila and Surrounding Areas” was namang videos noong araw na puwede mong panoorin para maging peg mo in portraying him. approved Sept. 2, 2014 by the National Hindi ka naman basta puedeng mag-improvise Economic and Development Authority. on your own kasi baka mali ang interpretation mo. So I really want to thank ‘yung mga ministro ng iglesia, ‘yung mga kapatid na gumabay sa akin sa set habang sinu-shoot namin ito to make sure na hindi ako nalalayo sa totoong Ka Taste of Manila Felix. Nagkaroon din ako ng immersion program CEO receives a about the INC before we started shooting at placque of Rec- nakatulong din ito nang malaki sa pagganap ognition from ko.” Senator Tobias On TV, Dennis is also successful in playing the Enverga, joined title role of “My Faithful Husband”. About the by Finance story that he and Jennylyn Mercado have really Minsiter Joe reconciled while taping for their show, Dennis Oliver. prefers to keep mum. “It’s better to keep things private na lang para hindi na magulo.” But their action truly speaks louder than words. Just a few days ago, he attended the birthday party of Jen’s love son, Alex Jazz, and he, along with the boy’s real dad, Patrick Garcia, were all a picture of a happy family in photos about the event that came out on social media.

8 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 PCCF DONATES $13,000 TO ANCOP!

TORONTO - Philippine Canadian PCCF has donated over $66,000 to dif- Enverga, PCCF VPs Mario Alpuerto, Charitable Foundation or PCCF has ferent worthy causes like the victims of Gloria & Philip Rafanan, Secretary once again fulfilled its promise of ad- the recent Nepal Earthquake... what an Lita & Tony Leano, PRO Jojo & Fe vocating for Charity by walking for the incredible accomplishment for a relative- Taduran, Finance Danio Penuliar, Busi- poor at the ANCOP Walk and donated ly new organization. ANCOP is one of ness Liaison Chris Jones, Community $13,000! The monetary donation will PCCF’s main beneficiaries. ANCOPS’s Liaison, Li Eron and of course, PCCF’s build more houses for poor families president, Ricky Cuenca, thanked PCCF Ambassadors Miss Philippines Canada - in the Philippines. PCCF through its and reminded everyone that, “Answering Nathalie Ramos, Miss Teen Philippines advocacy of the community by holding the Cry of the Poor (ANCOP) through Canada -Ansha Hipolito, Little Miss events like the very prestigious Miss Faith and Action... the ANCOP Walk is Philippines Canada runners- up, Jasmine Philippines Canada, Little Miss Philip- an annual global fundraising event that Flores and Kyla Ventura, and Little Mr. pines Canada, Mrs. Philippines Canada, raises funds for the poor in the Philip- Philippines Canada, Edward Jones. whose finales are being showcased in one pines and other third world countries. Romy Rafael, President of PCCF indi- of the biggest annual and much awaited The donation ANCOP receives will go cated ,”we would like to thank everyone indoor community events in Canada, the towards providing shelter, housing and who supported the events of PCCF, they Pinoy Fiesta and Trade Show sa Toronto. child education programs for the poor had fun and were able to help at the Rosemer Enverga, EVP of PCCF, stated living in extreme poverty.” The annual same time!” Derek that, “This is just the start of giving back walk in Toronto Downtown was at- For more information, volunteer and to the community and there will be more tended by different organizations both sponsorship opportunities please visit explains announcements to come!” civic and religious. Prominent among www.philippinecanadianfoundation.com To-date, the 5th year Anniversary of those who participated in the ANCOP or find PCCF on facebook. Pinoy Fiesta and Trade Show sa Toronto, Walk were Minister Joe Oliver, Senator role in controversial PM Harper’s’ Low-tax, movie DEREK Ramsay is back with ABS- CBN and Star Cinema in the movie “Ex With Benefits” that opens in theaters Balanced Budget Plan benefits on September 2. He’s paired for the first time with the youthful Coleen Garcia and also works for the first time with to all Canadian Families the youthful director Gino Santos, who made waves in indie films like “The Ani- mals” and “#Y” in Cinemalaya. The movie became controversial as Conservatives focusing on the family Coleen plays Arki, a medical represen- increased “The budget is balanced, taxes are tative who goes to bed with Derek as Adam, a doctor to whom she’s promot- benefits of lower, and benefits for parents are ing her products. Some med reps com- up to $6,600 higher. Our plan is working.” plained that this paints a bad and cheap per year. This Prime Minister Harper pointed picture of them. includes (but out that his Government’s hard “We don’t mean to offend anyone,” is not limited work to lower taxes and enhance Derek says at the movie’s presscon. “To all med reps, I just want to let to): benefits for Canadian parents you know that I have complete respect • Cutting would be lost if Justin Trudeau’s for the work you do. Alam kong mahirap the GST from Liberals or Thomas Mulcair’s ang trabaho nyo at mahirap makuha ang seven to six to NDP were elected. Both would tiwala ng mga doctor. But sana, panoorin five percent add billions of dollars in new fed- nyo muna ang movie before assuming na negative ang image na ipinapakita • Establish- eral spending, plunging the coun- namin about medreps. When an action ing and ex- try back into deficit. And both movie has a corrupt cop or politician, we Today Prime Minister Stephen panding the would take away tax relief and don’t assume all cops and politicians are Harper highlighted how his low- Universal Child Care Benefit enhanced benefits from Canadian corrupt. So watch it first and after you’ve tax, balanced budget plan is pro- • Enacting the Family Tax Cut families, and add billions more in seen it, I’m sure that you’d have nothing to worry about.” viding real, concrete tax relief and • Increasing the annual Child- new taxes. Neither leader has been To which, Direk Gino Santos adds: enhanced benefits to all Canadian care Expense Deduction Limit up-front about the impact their “I hope they watch the film before families with children. • Introducing and doubling the unsustainable fiscal plans would judging it. I respect all professionals and “Our Government’s plan is Children’s Fitness Tax Credit have on Canadians, meaning that the hard work they all put into their anchored by prudent economic This tax relief and enhanced Canadian families face a real and respective professions. The film is really more about exes than it is about med management and a commitment benefits is rooted in a foundation serious financial risk with either reps sleeping with doctors. And if they’d to help hard-working Canadian of solid fiscal management based Justin’s Liberals or Mulcair’s watch the film, they will see that. Derek families buy and invest in their on controlling spending, elimi- NDP. and Coleen here are former sweethearts. homes, cover the costs of child nating the deficit, and keeping “Justin’s ongoing deficits and After ten years, they meet again. Doctor care, save for a child’s education, Canada’s debt levels at the low- higher taxes would hurt Canadian na si Derek and med rep si Coleen. They realize that they haven’t really let go of and prepare for retirement,” the est level in the G-7 by far. The families. And Canadian families their feelings for each other. That’s what Prime Minister said. “By control- Department of Finance reported just can’t afford Thomas Mulcair the film is all about, not us maligning ling spending, balancing the bud- last week that the federal govern- and the NDP,” noted the Prime med reps.” get, and keeping our debt low, we ment recorded a $5 billion budget Minister. “The choice is clear: only In a way, they should be thankful can provide real help to Canadian surplus in the first three months the Conservative Government to those who complained because they are somehow inadvertently promoting parents while fuelling economic of the current fiscal year. can be trusted to keep the budget the movie, which got more talked about growth at the same time.” “As a result of our careful balanced and keep taxes low and because of the controversy. “Ex With The Harper Government has economic and fiscal plan, we’re benefits in place for all Canadian Benefits” also stars Rayver Cruz, Tirso provided substantial tax relief able to let Canadian families keep families.” Cruz III, Carmi Martin, Kitkat, Juan in every budget since 2006 and more of their hard-earned money Rodrigo, Jobelle Salvador, Nina Ricci Alagao and Menggie Cobarrubias, writ- the typical family with children for their own needs and pri- ten by Jeff Stelton based on a Wattpad is now receiving tax relief and orities,” the Prime Minister said. Series novel.

AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 9 Little Manila Filipino madam in UK sex probe

Late former PM Edward Heath being investigated Max Collins and Sef Cadayona

In the early 1990s she allegedly had charges against her Max Collins and dropped after threatening to expose Heath as a pedophile, according to a report by the Telegraph. the challenge of Heath headed the Conservative comedy government between 1970 and 1974 and never married. He died in 2005 at 89. She may be part of the comedy gag He is now among the targets of show “Bubble Gang” but 22-year-old Max Scotland Yard’s “Operation Midland,” Collins insists making people laugh as a job an investigation into an alleged VIP remains a big challenge for her. pedophile ring that operated in the 1970s Collins revealed she’s not the funny type. and 1980s. However she knows she has to bring her Allegations against Heath, including The late Conservative U.K. Prime Minister comedy A game, especially after being claims that he raped a 12-year-old boy Sir Edward Heath. cast as the leading lady of comedian Sef in London in the 1960s, are now being Cadayona in “Juan Tamad.” investigated by the Metropolitan Police. “Noong una naiilang ako kasi ’yung A retired senior detective last year character niya (Sef) laging naka-nganga, alleged that police quietly dropped a prosecution of Forde in naka-titig sa akin na parang scary, hindi order to protect the reputation of the former Tory leader. An ako sanay. Although matagal na kaming Independent Police Complaints (IPCC) is now investigating magkaibigan, iba pa rin kasi kapag tala- the allegation involving Forde. Wiltshire Police have also gang eksena na,” Collins said. appealed to possible victims of Heath to come forward. She maintained, “Ang galing ni Sef na Despite her alleged threats against Heath to avoid humirit. Minsan, natatawa na lang ako prosecution in the early 1990s, Forde was successfully convicted bigla. So, nahirapan talaga ako kasi hindi Myra Ling-Ling Forde ran a brothel close to the late Sir Edward in 1995 of running a brothel full of underage girls, often ako sanay sa proseso niya as an actor.” Heath’s residence in Salisbury. runaways or wards picked up from the care system. Believing her forte to be drama, she sa Forde became a prostitute herself in the early 1990s after id, “Hindi talaga ako nakakatawa kaya falling behind on her mortgage but she denied recruiting SAN FRANCISCO — A Filipino prostitute, who ran a siya talaga ’yung nagdadala nung mga children. After getting out of prison, she returned to the trade brothel close to the late Prime Minister’s former home in eksena namin. Feeling ko sa drama pa rin and was again arrested in 2009 on suspicion of running a Salisbury, U.K., has emerged as a central figure in the police ako mapupunta sa future.” brothel. probe into the late Prime Minister Edward Heath’s alleged She added, “Sumasayaw lang naman She pleaded guilty, was sentenced to five years in prison and sexual abuse of children. po ako, di ba? Nag-ko-comment lang pero ordered to pay back £25,000 under the Proceeds of Crime Act. Myra Ling-Ling Forde, 67, twice jailed for prostitution, hindi po talaga ako ’yung nagbibitaw ng Forde’s sister, Mia Pablico, said she did not know where she was operated as a madam out of home in the Wiltshire town where jokes.” What she likes about doing a com- now living, but knew what Forde did in Salisbury and said her Heath lived after leaving office. edy is the light atmosphere on set. sister “knew a lot of politicians and celebrities because of it.” “Ang kagandahan sa comedy is that hindi siya mabigat emotionally. Your bonding is more on a friendship bonding; like kami ni Sef, lahat kami dito friends,” she said. “Sa set po namin masaya lahat ng Joey Albert battling cancer again katrabaho, magaan at marami po akong natutunan sa kanila. Iba ’yung comedy na VANCOUVER, Canada – OPM legend and now Filipino last month. This is her third bout with the illness after battling ito eh, matalino ’yung comedy na ito. At Canadian singer Joey Albert has confirmed her battle with can- cervical and colon cancer in 2003. tsaka silang lahat, ang galing nilang mag- cer again. Despite this, Albert beamed with pride for daughter She is currently going through chemo therapy. adlib.” Trixie Pacis, who was at an awarding ceremony at Consulate in “I really thought that the last time was the last na. But I Vancouver. do try to keep positive because I feel that it’s really the best Juan Tamad is back Filipino-Canadian Pacis was part of the Philippine women’s medicine. I think that if I lend myself to all these fears, I’ll slip,” The name “Juan Tamad” commonly refers rugby team that won bronze at the recent SEA Games in Sin- she said. Friends and fans got a glimpse of her ongoing battle as to a negative trait of Filipinos. However, gapore. For mom and daughter, celebrating the moment meant she shares part of it on Facebook. While some go through their instead of focusing on this shortcoming, the much more ever since Albert was diagnosed with cancer again. fight privately, Albert insists to do otherwise. show hopes to impart good values to its “You have to see these little things as the most important “I share this journey with people, first of all because I need young audience. Add to this, the kids will things in life. So, time is the most important thing in life. Not prayers. I’m not gonna pretend that I don’t need help because enjoy Max and Def’s funny tandem. money, not career. Time talaga,” Albert said. I do. I feel that if I share my journey with people, there might “I think sobrang magugustuhan ng mga Her daughter said, “My parents definitely tried to keep us be other people who are going through the same thing and I’m bata ’yung show kasi nakakatawa siya and away from the hospital… all those negative experiences that going to inspire them. Para naman may purpose yung pagkaka- may lessons naman lahat ng episodes at we could have been exposed to. But this time, we’ve been with sakit ko di ba?” she said. lalo na po dahil first love team ni Sef ito, her through everything.” The singer said she was diagnosed The singer will be slowing down but she is thankful for the so I’m honored to be his first love team with colorectal cancer early this year and underwent surgery gift of extended time. (partner),” Collins said.

10 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 Invitation to all devotees of The Virgin of Penafrancia Fluvial Parade By : Paeng Nebres ( BCCA President )

On September 19, 2015 ( Saturday ) is the Feast Day Devotions will be celebrated at the park after the of our Lady of Penafrancia, the Patroness of the Fluvial Parade. Pot Luck lunch ( picnic ) at the Park Bicol Region in the Philippines. will follow after the Devotions. The Devotees of the Virgin of Penafrancia of the Bicol Canada Community Association ( BCCA ) together EVENING CELEBRATION AT THE LADY OF with the Organizers of the 9 Day House to House ASSUMPTION CHURCH at 2565 Bathurst St. Novena are hosting the celebration beginning with the Toronto. traditional Fluvial Parade at the Bluffers Park Lake at 6:45 PM Starts with a procession of the Virgin of Brimley Rd. in Scarborough, Ontario ( by the Lake ) Penafrancia around the church yard. and an evening Mass Celebration at the Our Lady of 7:10 PM Con-Celebrated Holy Mass with the Our Assumption Church at 2565 Bathurst St. , Toronto. Lady of Penafrancia Choir After the Holy Mass a Fiesta/Celebration will DETAILS OF THE FEAST DAY CELEBRATION : follow at the Church Hall. Kumustahan, Karakanan, SEPTEMBER 19, 2015 SATURDAY Baraylihan asin Kaogmahan sa Kapistahan para “ Viva La Virgen “. MORNING CELEBRATION AT THE BLUFFERS PARK & MARINA at Brimley Rd. For more information : South ( by the Lake ) Bobby and Lorna Achacon Tel # 416 265- 2085 8:30 AM – Assembly for the procession of the Virgin to the Felix and Mayette Reyes Tel # 905 896-4958 Dock at the Bluffers Park Marina where the Toti and Naty Gutierrez Tel # 416 751-9437 Fluvial Parade will start. ( Eastside of the Paeng Nebres Tel # 416 618-1362 Bluffers Park Marina ) 9:30 AM - PROCESSION TO THE DOCK STARTS 10:00 TO 11:30 AM FLUVIAL PARADE ON THE LAKE

CARMI REMAINS Filipinos for Parliament SINGLE AT 52 Four Fantastic FilCans are Member of Parliament Candidates in Canada’s Political Derby By : Tony A. San Juan, OCT came to Canada with no guarantees and left Philippines at the Asian Institute of Man- the Philippines when he was in his fourth agement. year of law school, but he worked hard, went “While we see an increased adoption of back to school, became a qualified paralegal digital devices in Southeast Asia and in the and had become an amazing community Philippines, there is still a growing gap in leader.” digital skills that needs to be addressed in Affectionately called “Jojo”, he is “the order to fully take advantage of the benefits Filipino-Canadian immigrant feel-good of the digital age,” said Prakash Mallya, Intel story – where hard work, determination, Southeast Asia managing director. living within one’s means, and dedication to “If the 70 million unreached Filipinos can community results in resolve and leadership.” be digitally connected, they can change the Quimpo got noticed, receiving federal landscape of the Philippines,” Mallya said. and community recognition, and joining In Southeast Asia, there are 374 million “Pinoy kami...... I am a Filipino !”. With Prime Minister Stephen people who are not yet digitally connected, this proud mantra, for the first time in Harper in Canada’s Trade said Mallya, citing data from Intel. Canada’s political history , 4 Filipino Cana- mission to Asia in 2012. He said Intel is promoting digital con- CARMI Martin turned 52 last August 9 but the dians from Canada’s East and West coasts He also uses his talent as nectivity to provide access and form a more are currently running for elected positions way she has maintained her curvaceous figure and a singer and performer, to productive Philippine in Canada’s Parliament this coming October help raise money for worthy society. unblemished skin, you’d think she’s at least 20 years 2015 Federal election. causes and for calam- “We introduced Dig- younger. At her age, she remains unattached and she Engagingly hoping to follow the ity relief. With a genuine italBayanihan to promote says she has stopped looking for Mr. Right.“Sinubukan “footsteps” of Dr. Rey D. Pagtakhan, the understanding of the Canadian immigrant, digital inclusiveness in first Filipino Canadian elected Liberal MP ko rin namang umibig pero lagi akong natatapat kay and a strong commitment to community the country and empower for Winnipeg, Manitoba from 1989-2001, and family, Jojo is ready to be Vancouverites’ Filipinos with access to Mr. Wrong, so I’ve reached a point na accepted ko the 4 fellow kababayans who are official representative in Parliament. digital skills training and nang I will just be by myself,” she says. “You can candidates for Member of Parliament : Julius devices,” he said. be happy naman kahit nag-iisa ka lang at walang Tiangson of Mississauga Centre, Ontario, Mario Jacinto Rimbao was acclaimed by Launched in September 2015, DigiBaya- Francisco “Jojo” Quimpo of Vancouver- katuwang sa buhay. I’m taking care doon sa isang his riding association as the NDP MP Can- nihan is Intel Philippines’ initiative that seeks Kingsway, British Columbia, Mario Jacinto didate in Mount Royal. Born in Montreal to promote digital literacy through training, kapatid kong may sakit na galing abroad. Rimbao of Mount Royal, Montreal, Quebec, to Filipino practicing medical technologist volunteerism and providing access to afford- Akong nag-aalaga sa kanya. Ayoko namang and Levy Abad , Jr. of Winnipeg North, -and- nurse parents, lives in Brossard with able technology. magkaanak out of wedlock. Manitoba . The first two are running under his wife Roanne, a registered nurse, and their For Intel Philippine country manager the Progressive Conservative (PC) while the Personal decision ko to be single at year-old daughter Alyanne. He was raised Calum Chrisholm, the DigiBayanihan is a other 2 are candidates of the New Demo- in Cote des Neiges, on Dupuis and later in journey for everyone. pangangatawanan ko ito. May alaga rin akong mga cratic Party ( NDP). “At para sa kaalaman NDG, on Fielding in Quebec. “Every journey has a destination. Our des- aso so happy naman ako, lalo’t tuloy-tuloy rin ang ng lahat”, it’s paramount to know well this Levy Abad, Jr., a former Toronto resident, tination is to close the digital divide, i.e., for careers ko bilang artista and interior designer.” “fantastic four” and here’s a profile of each of immigrated to Canada in 2006. As the NDP everyone to be included in the Philippines. the courageous political candidates: She’s glad to be part of the cast of the new version candidate in Winnipeg North, Manitoba That is our shared goal,” Chrisholm said. Julius Tiangson, a Conservative MP Can- Abad said “that experience and the desire to “DigiBayanihan is all about digital of “Marimar” that now airs after “24 Oras”. “After didate in Mississauga Centre, Ontario, came help new Canadians is his main reason for inclusiveness for everybody. All Filipinos playing contravida roles in a lot of soaps, I’m glad na to Canada from Davao in 1985 via a job- seeking election, as he knows the challenges should be included in digital literacy. It is hindi naman ako villain dito. Mabait ako at ako yung exchange program, settling first in Saskatoon of coming to a new country”. At 47 years old, also improving their connectivity. Their basic and then moving with his family to Toronto wealthy socialite na magiging kaibigan ni Megan Abad has a wife and 2 kids and is currently accessibility is an empowerment and devel- in 2000. Married to Nona Lee Molina , they on leave from his job as a Multicultural Out- opment,” he added. Young as Marimar. have 3 children. An avid golfer and financial reach Officer in the provincial government. Partnering with organizations like Asia Ako ang tutulong sa kanya para bigyan siya ng advisor, he is a practicing Christian and a In addition to helping new Canadians, Society for Social Improvement and Sustain- make-over at mabalikan niya yung mga nang-aapi sa former church pastor. Abad is concerned with old age security, par- able Transformation (ASSIST), National Thrilled to have a cross section of multi- kanya. Aside from this, tuloy-tuloy rin ang role ko sa ticularly the federal gov- Confederation of Cooperatives (NATCCO), cultural supporters and volunteers especially ernment’s increase of the Philippine Society of IT Educators (PSITE), sitcom ni Ryan Agoncillo na ‘Ismol Family’, kunsaan his kababayang mga Filipino, Julius is “look- retirement age from 65 to and Technical Vocational Schools and Asso- nagko-comedy naman ako. Nakakatuwa kasi iisa ang ing forward to serve you and be your voice 67. He said he would like ciations of the Philippines (TEVSAPHIL), director namin in both ‘Marimar’ and ‘Ismol Family’, si in Ottawa”. to see the processing fees Intel Philippines seeks to level up the pro- Direk Dominic Zapata, na versatile talaga kaya kahit for Canadian citizenship gram beyond the basic digital literacy skills. Running for Conservative MP in Van- application lowered. comedy man o drama ang ginagawa niya, always very couver-Kingsway, B.C., Francisco Quimpo, MANILA - About 70 million Filipinos or effective siya.” during his acclamation in October, 2014, nearly 70 percent of the population are still On the big screen, Carmi has just finished the declared : “Kaya natin ito”. A senior PC gov- not digitally connected. ernment, in a press release, said of Quimpo : movie “Ex With Benefits” for Star Cinema-Viva, playing This was bared during the DigitalBaya- “We are passing the torch to another genera- nihan milestone update program of Intel the role of Coleen Garcia’s lady boss. tion of leadership. With bright dreams , he AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 11 Philippines

Yolanda funds as Election money? Delays in releasing the funds causes suspicion

funds? Are they waiting to release it until budget. Gariguez also cited the lack 2016? What is sad is they may be waiting of transparency on how the funds for for 2016 before they release the funds. Yolanda were used. That’s not good. They may be waiting A report from the Department of for 2016 so they could give away this big Budget and Management apparently money. That should not happen.” showed that the budget for the Yolanda Gariguez made his statement even reconstruction was shared with other Coleen Garcia as the Department of Budget and rehabilitation efforts for other calamities Management said the releases of such as the Bohol earthquake. says BF got money for the rehabilitation of the areas “This is another cause for concern. devastated by Yolanda were made as Why do they have to mix up the funds jealous over urgently as possible, and that former for the rehabilitation efforts of different Senator Panfilo Lacson’s basis on the calamities? This is a clear disregard of slow releases was wrong. The agency basic accounting principles. Again, this sexy scenes said Lacson’s allegations on the slow clearly shows the government’s super As part of Star Cinema’s sexy romance Ex MANILA - Aan official from the Yolanda releases were untrue and based inefficiency,” Gariguez said. With Benefits, Coleen Garcia admitted she Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the on incorrect data. Lacson was the head of The priest also raised alarm over the was surprised by the backlash the movie’s Philippines expressed alarm over the the Office of the Presidential Assistant indebtedness incurred by the government initial trailer received from the med rep possible use of the government’s Typhoon for Rehabilitation and Recovery until he as the “financial requirements of community. In the film, Coleen plays a med Yolanda funds in next year’s elections. resigned in December 2014. the rehabilitation have become the rep named Arkisha who must gain approval NASSA/Caritas Philippines Executive “Lacson’s points do not give an government’s pretext in accessing loan from a doctor named Adam (played by Secretary Edwin Gariguez expressed this accurate picture of the government’s obligations with multilateral financial Derek Ramsay) whom she had a romance view following recent studies supposedly efforts to help the Yolanda survivors. institutions.” with a decade ago. “I’m the one who showing the Aquino administration’s Not only that—his claims are based on So far, the government has incurred a plays the med rep so ako yung mga mine- prolonged delays in releasing the funds erroneous information,” Budget Secretary total of P126.2 billion i9n debts. memorize ko pa ang na lines sobrang hirap under its Comprehensive Rehabilitation Florencio Abad said. “These are the issues that we wanted na, paano pa kaya sila yung mga inaaral and Recovery Plan for Super Typhoon Lacson claimed that the P80-billion President Aquino to clarify during nila? So it’s really a hard profession and Yolanda. “The problem here is that 2016 requirement for the Comprehensive his last State of the Nation Address. I have respect for med reps. I understand is fast approaching,” Gariguez said. Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Unfortunately, this did not happen,” why they got offended but yung sa akin “When are they going to release the Program was not included in the 2014 Gariguez said. lang I just hope that they give the movie a chance and I hope that they help us prove to them that it’s not about that. The focus of the movie is really not about Philippines the relationship between a doctor and a med rep. It’s about two exes who have found each other again after ten years, NEWS kung anong mangyayari sa story nila. It’s about the history that they had which they together before a bilateral meeting in facilities or militarization on disputed had long before they became a doctor Kuala Lumpur on Aug. 6. AFP features,” Kerry told delegates, arguing US vows to and a med rep. Nagkataon na yun yung Kerry made his comments at a security such a step would “lower tensions”. profession nila,” she explained during the meeting hosted by the Association of ASEAN members were at loggerheads Ex With Benefits grand presscon held last Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Thursday over how hard to press China keep China August 22 inside ABS-CBN. Kuala Lumpur. on its contentious efforts to assert control The 23-year-old actress also shared China has sparked alarm by expanding over the South China Sea, with the issue how she felt about the many daring scenes tiny reefs and constructing military posts, threatening to fray regional unity. Sea open she and Derek had in the film. “It’s scary in steps viewed by some of its neighbors Diplomatic sources said the Philippines a way. I’m very, very nervous but at the as violating a regional pledge against and Vietnam in particular were pushing WASHINGTON will not tolerate any same time I’m excited. I think the strongest provocative actions in the area. for stronger language on Chinese land navigation restrictions in the South emotion is still the excitement. I’m really The long simmering dispute has reclamation, which could help shore up China Sea, US Secretary of State John looking forward to it pero kabado pa flared at the Malaysia meet, attended Beijing’s disputed territorial claims. Kerry said Thursday at a regional rin, hindi talaga mawawala yun. I think na by members of the 10-nation regional But there was pushback from security meeting dominated by tensions mawawala lang yun after the premiere grouping as well as more than a dozen traditional China allies among the over Beijing’s island building. night. I didn’t go topless pero kita yung others including China, Japan, South ASEAN. “Let me be clear: The United States buong likod ko pero wala namang kita sa Korea and the US. “China’s friends are taking a hard will not accept restrictions on freedom of mga private parts ko,” she shared. The US and Southeast Asian nations stance,” said one diplomat familiar with navigation and overflight, or other lawful Even though she admitted that her have called for Beijing to halt both the drafting. uses of the sea. These are intrinsic rights boyfriend Billy Crawford initially got reclamation in the South China Sea and The diplomat did not specify which that we all share,” he said according to a jealous when he first heard about the construction on reefs, something Beijing countries were taking a hard line, transcript of his remarks. project, Coleen said he understands it has staunchly resisted. but Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar Bilateral meeting. US Secretary of is just work. “Before I even accepted the “I have urged all claimants to make a traditionally ally with China within State John Kerry and Foreign Affairs role sinabi ko na, hindi sa pagpapaalam joint commitment to halt further land ASEAN. Secretary Albert del Rosario stand pero sinabi ko that I’m going to be doing reclamation and construction of new this and everything. He’s been very understanding. Yung pa-cute na seloso lang, hindi yung nakakatakot (laughs). As far as preparation goes for those PIDC scenes, actually parang pinag-usapan naming tatlo ni direk Gino (Santos) and Fashion ni Derek, we we’re very collaborative with everything. I really appreciated that na tinatanong kami kung anong gagawin. Show It helped us in a way kasi we got to work around what we were comfortable with. We talked about it so much na kailangan Philippine Independence Day one take talaga. Kailangan todo bigay na Council presents a fashion show by Renee Salud. talaga para hindi na kami aabot sa take PHOTO BY FLORO VIRTUCIO two and true enough hindi kami umaabot sa take two sa mga scenes na yun. I guess the key is to prepare less but to discuss about it more,” she explained.

12 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation or PCCF has once again fulfilled its promise of advocating for Charity by walking The Virgin of Penafrancia Fluvial Parade in Toronto is on for the poor at the ANCOP Walk and donated $13,000! September 19. See details on page 11.

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LoveThe Second is TimeLovelier Around Camille & William Berry Got married last June 6, 2015 4:00 P.M. @ A Garden Wedding @ Annandale Golf Club attended by 170 guest from all over the places ….

Meeting in the House of God is a sign that this is a match made in heaven. You knew that this union is blessed and can only end in marriage. Camille Duque, widowed for 6 years and William Berry, divorced for many years had a lovely garden wedding at Annandale Golf Club surrounded by 170 guests compose of families and friends. They got engaged two and half years ago. Since then, they have never been apart. Camille was given away by his 2 sons Paolo Roman and Patrick Ryan Duque. Theirs will be a union of families. William has 2 grown-up children of his own, Kevin and Chennelle Matheson as well as 2 lovely grandchildren Kade William and Beckett Xavier who was their ringbearer and coin bearer at their wedding respectively. May God Bless them with happiness and good health.

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AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 15 Jed Kevin Perada’s Birthday

Jed Kevin Perada celebrated his 21st birthday with family, classmates, and friends at Qssis on Aug. 23, 2015. Kevin is the first child of Noel and Shirley Perada; other siblings are Trisha, and Justin. PHOTOS BY ARIEL RAMOS

Mom Shirley, daughter Trisha, celebrant Kevin, brother Justin and father Noel enjoy the night’s celebration at Qssis.

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Maureen Harquail opened her campaign office for the riding of Don alleyV East on Dr. Solon Guzman beams with pride at the Philippine Colleges and Uni- Jerry Rodulfa and his fellow cyclists takes Aug. 16, 2015. Minister of Finance Joe Oliver was the guest speaker; members of versities Alumni Association Summerfest. part in the parade at Taste of Manila. the PPCO (Philipine PRESS CLUB Ontario) were invited at this grand opening; Senator Tobias Enverga Jr. was also a participant during the ribbon cutting.

Photo shows Anna Carina Eusebio (ex Sarmientotreme right), manager of UMAC during the Philippine Commu- nity and Cultural Centre (Philcomcen) “Taste of Manila” Street Festival which was held on August 22-23, 2015 at Bathurst Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada together Harold Guarin (FAR LEFT) and colleagues pose with Maria Sarmiento, her son Zari Sarmiento and husband Reden Sarmiento. at the Scarborough Ribfest in front of their cars for Action Honda’s Rafael Nebres takes a rest with the Lucy Lagman (LEFT) enjoys the festival with young staff of Pinoy Radio and Miss Manila runner-up. Ms. Eusebio revealed that UMAC delivers with love. (St. a friend. sale and / or lease Jamestown News Service, Dindo Orbeso) 16 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 Senator Enverga joins Taste of Manila Festival 4ens Photography PHOTO & VIDEO Toronto, Ontario, August 22, 2015 – The Honourable Tobias C. Enverga Jr., Sena- tor from Ontario, joined colleagues from the Government of Canada, including Finance Minister Joe Oliver and Member of Parliament John Carmichael, representatives from the Government of Ontario led by Premiere Kathleen Wynne, and representatives from the Government of the Republic of the Philippines, led by Ambassador Petronila Garcia and Consul Gen- eral Rosalita Prospero, for the opening ceremonies of the Taste of Manila Festival, held at the Bathurst and Wilson area. Rolando Mangante, CEO and Chairman of the Philippine Cultural Community Centre (PCCC), who had extended the invitation to Senator Enverga and his colleagues, thanked the Senator for gracing the opening ceremonies, saying that his presence was “a sign of solidarity with and support of the Filipino-Canadian community in Ontario.” Bringing warmest wishes from the Senate of Canada, Senator Enverga encouraged everyone to work in the spirit of collaboration to further the interests of the Filipino-Canadian community not only in On- tario, but the whole of Canada. He said that regardless of one’s political affiliation, community activities like the Taste of Manila Festival deserve everyone’s support. For his part, Minister Oliver spoke about how the Filipino-Canadian community has grown over the past ten years, making positive contributions to each and every field of human endeavour. He noted that the Philippines was again the number one source of landed immigrants to Canada, surpassing China and India for a second time. This, he said, was recognition of how much Canada values hard-working Filipinos who chose Canada to be their new home. Under the strong leadership of Prime Minister Stephen Harper, it is projected that the number of Filipino-Cana- dians will reach more than a million by 2020. 4ensphotography.com Senator Enverga was likewise delighted to have met Rick Dumlao, a Filipino- Canadian veteran of the Afghanistan War. Mr. Dumlao was responsible for greeting 416-388-2171 • 416-388-2070 guests and dignitaries, and had graciously led and escorted Senator Enverga, Minis- ter Oliver and their colleagues to and through the parade route. Professional Photo & Video Senator Enverga also congratulated and thanked Mr. Mangante and his organization for the kind invitation and hospitality, and said that he looks forward to supporting them again for a bigger and better Taste of Manila next year. Weddings, Debuts, Fashion & Other Events

PIDC 2015 Mabuhay Cup Basketball Hoops Tourney Slam- Dunks

viable success. The Highlighting the formal opening pro- fano and S. Llanera, assisted by DJ Jason summer event was gram was the presentation and selection of Williams and photographer Dennis Javinal. graced by Toronto 6 beauty candidates for Miss PIDC Sports P.C. Kevin Maranan and 9 Auxiliary of- Mayor John Tory, Model 2015, namely: Rema Balouch, Lara ficers from the Police Services community WFG president Capistrano, Kelly McIlroy, Alyana Ruiz, task force provided venue security. Agnes Miranda, Marina Saleeb and Chiara Silo. Chosen Expressing her profound gratitude on Liberal MP York as Miss Sports Model was Kelly McIlroy behalf of PIDC, prexy N. Carpio acknowl- Centre Candidate of the Gladiators team and runner-up edged the generous contributions of the Michael Levitt was Marina Saleeb of Team Angiels. K. tournament major sponsors : Agnes Mi- , Mabuhay Cup McIlroy was crowned by Jurice Encarna- randa of World Financial Group, Bank of founder Ramon cion, Miss Sports Model 2014 and Conida Montreal, Filipino Renal Nurses Associa- Fermin, commu- Marie Halley, reigning Miss Philippines tion of Ontario (FRNAO) and Dr. Victoria nity leader Michele PIDC. The Panel of Judges was composed Santiago; prize donors Golden Care-Scar- Serrano and TV of actor-singer Scott Dion Brown, singer- borough & Jenifer Camacho and thanked young actress real estate broker Jenifer Camacho, restau- all the volunteers, parents, players, coaches, Nicole Samantha rant manager Billy Diso, business executive games officials, organizing committee and Huff. Agnes Miranda, singer-beauty queen Raina the entire PIDC pamilya for a job well The tourney, Resplandor and registered nurse Arcilen done. (T. San Juan). participated in by Tejano. Mayor John Tory makes the ceremonial toss with NBA LA lakers player 18 basketball clubs, The 3-day competition started with the Chosen as Miss Jordan Clarkson. namely: Angiels, ceremonial toss conducted by Mayor John Sports Model was Bayan, Bayanihan, Tory and NBA LA Lakers player Jor- Kelly McIlroy. By: Tony A. San Juan, OCT. Ckatt, Crossover, Durham, Filact, Gladi- dan Clarkson, assisted by Norma Carpio, ators, Jayhawks, Lapsley, Liland Ins., Ma- Michael Levitt and Ramon Fermin. Games Yeaah! It was a summer slum dunk for harlika, NYPAA, Ottawa, PBA Hamilton, director Manny Villamor, after leading baskitbol aficionados The 2015 Mabuhay PhilCan, Red Warriors and SMC. In four the Oath of Sportsmanship, declared the Cup Basketball Tournament opened and courts, the teams played competitively in 8 tournament open. J. Clarkson, a FilAmeri- closed to a smashing sporting show on July categories comprised of Mosquito, Tykes, can who posed for kodakan and signed au- 31 and August 1 & 2, 2015. The event was Peewee, Junior Girls, Bantam, Midget, tographs, came as a special guest by Clyde engagingly conducted by the 20- year Phil- Juvenile and Open divisions. Pacis of Toronto Max’s Restaurant. ippine Independence Day Council- PIDC, Together with PIDC senior officers & Gamely hosted by EVP Karen Pascual- and led by president Norma Carpio and as directors, the Tournament Organizing Binaday as MC and Susan SJ Llanera as well, assisted by the umbrella organization’s Committee is composed of chair Vilma pageant presenter, the 1-hour program executive officers, directors and council Tahsin and vice-chairs Manny Villamor, included singing of the Canadian and leaders. Vilma Villamor, Roger Tarca and Bob San Philippine national anthems by Scott Dion With over 500 players, parents, coaches, Juan with the AdHoc support of Minda Brown and Alexandra Manalo, respectively, and participants, the 12th annual summer Neri, Susan Llanera and Aurora Ticzon- and a welcome speech by Norma Carpio. competition was held at Downsview Park’s Elefano. Pageant coordinators were A. Ticzon-Ele- HoopDome, North York, Ontario with en- AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 17 Entertainment Marimar aims for global audience + other stories

Ina crosses networks with ease taping ng ‘Beautiful Strangers’,” she says. “Gusto ko ‘yung goal ng ChildHope to Ina Raymundo is glad to be a Kapuso help educate street children for their own once again playing the role of Brenda Al- future. Parang itinutuloy ko lang ang char- dama in the new version of “Marimar”. “I ity works na sinimulan ng father ko kasi actually asked my husband (Brian Portu- ugali niya talaga to help the poor and the nak) and our kids first kung okay lang sa needy, so heto, birthday niya at itinutuloy kanila for me to do a soap and they said ko lang what he has started when he was yes,” she says. “Dapat nga, sasamahan ko still with us.” sa China It’s common knowledge that she and ‘yung isang Marian Rivera had a falling out after they anak ko kasi did the movie “Temptation Island”. But in lalaban doon a recent showbiz event, she took the initia- sa isang tive and approached Marian and kissed her. baseball How was it? Didn’t Heart Evangelista, competition, her best friend who’s still at odds with pero dahil Marian, feel bad about it? “Not at all. She’s dito, hindi na just fine with it. Ako talaga, I’m praying na ako sumama. maging happy na lang ang lahat. I mean, Naintin- we’re all working in the same network, The pressure that comes with working Megan, adding that she isn’t on any kind dihan naman kaya it’s important na maging maayos ang on “Marimar,” Megan Young admitted, diet. “I just train and eat healthy.” niya.” relationship ng lahat. We’re all praying for is comparable to what she felt when she On working with Tom, Megan—a “Star- How is it working with Megan Young the best.” joined the Miss World pageant, which she struck” Season 2 alumna—said there was in the title role? “Ang ganda niya! Actually, Does she believe things can still be won in 2013. a little awkwardness between the two of na-meet ko na siya before pa siya nag- patched up between Marian and Heart “Acting is my job, passion and life. This them at first. But they eventually got over ing Miss World sa isang birthday party. after all the show is huge and important to me; it holds it, with the help of a “sensuality workshop.” Nakapagkuwentuhan kami at okay siya. negative the same weight [as being a beauty titlist]. “We tried to know each other better. Our Masarap kausap. things that But I’m more excited than nervous,” she roles require so much emotional commit- Kapapanganak ko lang noon sa fourth have been told reporters at a recent press conference ment, so it helps that we’re friends,” she child ko and that was four years ago. Now, said and for GMA 7’s second remake of the popular said. nagkita kami uli rito sa ‘Marimar’ at ga- done? “Of Mexican soap, which was originally top- noon pa rin siya. course, it’s billed by Thalia. Good-looking partner Kahit naging Miss World na siya, wala very pos- The Kapuso network’s first adaptation pa ring ere. Down to earth. So I really like sible. After of the TV series aired in 2007 and starred The GMA 7 talent described Tom as an her. Bagay na bagay sa kanya ang role ng all, they’re a then-fledgling Marian Rivera and her “attractive, good-looking guy,” but dis- ‘Marimar’ and I have a great feeling na both good eventual husband, Dingdong Dantes. This missed talks of a possible romance with her magiging successful ito.” people, so year’s iteration, on the other hand, has Me- partner. “I try to keep my professional and “Marimar” is now being seen Monday I’m positive na maaayos din ‘yan in God’s gan in the title role with Tom Rodriguez as personal lives separate. I’ve been like that to Friday on GMA7 after “24 Oras”. own time.” the leading man, Sergio. ever since,” she said. But Ina will also soon be seen in ABS- As of now, she’s just very happy that her HER CHARACTER has “an inno- CBN’s new afternoon soap, “All of Me”, show with Heart, “Beautiful Strangers”, is The 25-year-old actress said she’s not one cence in her,” says the beauty queen. as the wife of Albert Martinez, so she can very well received by the viewing public to do things half-baked, so she made sure HER CHARACTER has “an innocence claim to be one of those rare actors who and her acting as Joyce, the ill-fated girl to prepare well and her rigorous regimen in her,” says the beauty queen. can seen make lagari and be seen in the who became a taong grasa after she lost her included swimming and diving lessons, act- Meanwhile, asked if she thinks it’s too shows of both top channels. baby due to a rape attempt on her, is elicit- ing workshops and regular trips to the gym. early to do yet another remake of “Mari- ing good reviews. “I just don’t want to disappoint. The en- mar,” Megan said that the 2015 version Lovi ‘reconciles’ with Marian, “Nakakatuwa talaga dahil nagugustuhan ng mga tao. So, huwag kayong makakali- tire ‘Marimar’ team gives its all and I want will have considerable plot differences. hopes Heart follows suit to match that,” said Megan, who had to “We have the same characters and the big mot every night kasi marami pang pasabog na mangyayari in the story. Tutulungan ako overcome her fear of open waters in playing moments will be there…But how we get Lovi Poe opted to celebrate her late dad ni Heart dahil maaawa siyang taong grasa her character, who lives in a small barrio by there will be different. My character will FPJ’s birthday on August 20 by spending ako and I will save her life naman when the sea and works as a pearl diver. be fiercer and more ambitious this time it with the street-children aided by the someone tries to harm her. She will try her Sexy portrayal around,” she explained. ChildHope Foundation located in Paco. best para ipagamot ako at bumalik ang ka- And so, naturally, she will bare some skin Directed by Dominic Zapata, the show She’s been helping the wards in ChildHope tinuan ko but later on, kami ang magiging in the show. Just how sexy will her portrayal also stars Jaclyn Jose, Zoren Legaspi, for the past six years. “Sana nga, gusto ko magkaaway. Abangan nyo lahat ng intrigu- be? “The best thing about her is that she’s Lauren Young, Alice Dixson, Nova Villa, silang ilabas sa isang park, kaya lang kulang ing twists na ito.” attractive to others, but she doesn’t realize Tommy Abuel, Carmi Martin and Jaya. The ako sa oras, lalo ngayong very busy ako sa it…There’s an innocence in her,” related series airs weeknights.

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18 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 Canada Gladys S. Calderon Licensed Travel Consultant Ateneo Alumni Association Canada to hold its 20th Anniversary Scholarship Dinner-Dance on October 24, 2015.

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Angelica hit back at bashers TIDBITS How Vice ” PEOPLE are divided over what Angelica Panganiban did to her bashers and haters who insinuated that she’s making fun of Bea Alonzo in her recent I.G. post, where she posted her picture imitating someone walking in the street abroad. “Parang pinatatamaan niya si Bea Alonzo kasi panay ang travel ni Bea ngayon Ganda kasama si Zanjoe,” says one basher. Then others seconded the motion. To this, Angelica retorted: “Nakakaloka mga tao! Sarap nyong murahin! Tinata- started maan kayo sa caption ko? Eh mga bobo pala kayo eh. Ni hindi ko nga nakikita mga Frugal posts ng ibang artista na ganyan! Pakelam ko kung may ganyan si Bea? Sa huling MANILA -- A student who is having pagkakaalam ko, kaibigan ko siya. second thoughts about going defense “Mga gago kayong madudumi ang utak na gustong gusto nyong may kaaway ang abroad as an exchange student mga tao. Kaya ang baduy ng ugali nyo eh. Napaka cheap. Leche. for a year turned to comedian Vice Ganda for advice on “It’s Whew! Oo! Papatol talaga ako. Grabe eh! Ang kikitid ng utak! is all PHL Showtime.” Nakikitawa na nga lang kayo, maninira pa kayo. Tangna talaga! Gago! While the scholarship includes Bobo! Nainip lang ako, kung anu-ano na comments nyo. Mga peste kayo! air tickets and other expenses in can afford “If you guys can’t get my sense of humor, then stop following me. South Korea, the student admitted Malayong malayo ho si Bea sa akin. Siya ang reyna ng abscbn. that she would still need extra Chuwariwap lang ako. Okay na po ba? Malinaw na? Para lang to sa mga makikitid ang utak, uulitin ko, money, especially for her first two MANILA - The wala akong pakelam sa image ko o sa tingin nyo sakin. Pag may di ako gustong tao, sasabihin ko. Ikukwento weeks. Philippines can only afford ko pa kung bakit. Pero pag may kaibigan akong pinaglalaruan niyo kami at parang sinisira nyo kami. Magsa- “May nabasa ako kanina, sabi a “frugal” military upgrade, salita ako. Salamat.” nila ‘don’t ever miss an opportunity defense officials said, even that might change your life Some folks applauded Angelica for her fighting stance. “I’m glad palaban siya at nagpakatotoo lang siya though maritime tensions forever,’” Vice Ganda told the girl, kaya the bashers just got what they surely deserved,” says one actress, who certainly doesn’t have the nerve of as he recalled his beginnings as a with China are growing. Angelica in being Patola Queen as she has her own share of haters but she never replies to them.Other stars stand-up comedian in a bar. Despite a proposed 25 also rooted for Angelica and cheered her. We’re sure they were able to identify with her as these bashers and “Nung nagsisimula ako sa percent rise in next year’s de- haters usually just wait for a celebrity to make a misstep and they’re quick to make an attack to annoy their comedy bar, in-approach ako fense budget, the government prey. But other quarters felt it was too much of Angelica to stoop to the level of her haters. ng may-ari ng comedy bar na must still divide resources “Sana hindi na lang siya pumatol nang ganon,” says one observer. “Kasi nagmura pa siya. How crass. mag-trial set ka. Sabi ko ang between external defense and Parang wala siyang breeding. The best thing she could have done is dapat, bina-block na lang niya yung mga ganda ng opportunity, kikita internal threats like insurgen- nagpo-post nang hindi niya gusto. That way, forever na silang mae-erase sa consciousness at sa buhay niya. na ako, kaya lang wala akong cies and natural disasters, pamasahe, wala akong pang-show These bashers have very sad sorry lives at mas nage-enjoy talaga sila kapag pinapatulan sila ng mga bina- Defense Secretary Voltaire na damit, dahil ang damit ko lang bash nila. But when they are blocked, malaking dagok yun sa kanila. That means, non-entity silang di dapat ay uniform at pang-casual. Sabi Gazmin and other security patulan.” ko sayang ‘yung opportunity kung officials added. So, how about you: how do you feel? Was Angelica right or wrong in making patol to her bashers? hindi ko maga-grab dahil sa wala Since President Benigno akong pamasahe at wala akong Aquino took office in mid- damit baka hindi na bumalik,” he 2010, the Philippines has narrated. acquired two former US “Alam mo anong nangyari? May coast guard cutters, three Tom Prepared for Marimar mga tumulong sa akin. ;Yung mga landing craft from Australia ang mga barkada ko na kasama and South Korea and seven ko mula noon hanggang ngayon TOM Rodriguez says he was pleasantly surprised when band’s Lover’ is very different. kasama ko ay nagambag-ambag surplus UH-1H helicopters. he was informed that he’d play the lead role of Sergio in Although it’s also a drama, sila para ibili nila ako ng damit sa “The goal of updating the newest version of “Marimar”. “I never expected it,” he there’s the gay element that SM North, isang set ng sapatos, and modernizing our armed adds. “But I’m so happy and it’s really an honor na sa akin made it more challenging. But stockings, palda, bra at blusa, kasi forces is a long and painstak- nila ipinagkatiwala ang role na ito.” the demands of ‘Marimar’ are dati pa-girl ako. Nung binili nila ing process,” Gazmin told a Can he identify with the role? “I think we both love different kasi kilala na ito ng ako, ni-ready nila ako, tinulungan ceremony for the commis- sports and adventure. But more than that, I can feel he’s a viewers, nagawa na before ng iba, nila akong magsimula. Pagkatapos sioning of 10 more newly- very loving person and he truly loves Marimar. Si Sergio, so dapat, mapantayan ko ‘yung nung gabing ‘yon, dumi-diretso acquired air force helicopters. maituturing nang isang iconic character, just like Marimar. interpretation ng iba before and na hanggang sa araw na ito na “That means we have to So physically, pinaghandaan ko talaga siya when I was told if possible, malampasan ko pa, pinapanood niyo akong lahat,” I’ll have to do scenes where I’m shown shirtless. I did cir- kaming dalawa ni Megan as he said. be frugal and acquire reliable cuit training and boxing to make sure I’m in good shape.” we’ll be breathing new life and giving new dimensions to “Kung dati may tumulong sa platforms at very reasonable How is it working with our country’s first Miss characters that have been loved by viewers before. akin, gusto ko tulungan din kita. costs... as allowed by our World? “We’ve done shows before so magkakilala na ta- “And we’re both ready and excited to take that chal- Kasi kung hindi kita tutulungan meager financial resources.” laga kami and we’re quite comfortable na with each other. lenge and give our very best. Magkahalong excitement at ngayon baka may ma-miss tayong The modest upgrade has But what’s really nice to know about Megan is that even kaba talaga ang nararamdaman namin sa ngayon kasi we lahat. Baka malay mo ito ang been prompted partly by if she’s a world beauty titlist, she has remained as humble know mataas ang expectations ng mga tao rito. And we susunod na pinuno ng Bureau of China’s moves to stake its and down-to-earth as when we first worked together years promise them something different kasi hindi siya basta Customs na siya ang magtutuwid claim to most of the South ago. Hindi lumaki ang ulo niya na to make you feel na remake. Despite the familiar story and characters, we ng ‘di masyadong magandang China Sea. Miss World siya.” guarantee that they’ll be watching something new. Like panuntunan. ... kung may How will he handle their love scenes? “We’re both ‘yung asong si Fulgoso, this time, he’s voiced by Boobay oportunidad kunin mo na at baka These include building professionals so I believe there will be no problem. We’ll kaya asong bading ang dating niya para naiiba. So abangan di na bumalik pa,” he added. new islands in the Spratly just try to give justice to our roles and the scenes that n’yo dahil talagang maraming magagandang sorpresa “It’s Showtime” co-host Teddy archipelago and taking effec- Director Dominic Zapata will require us to do. I know he when it starts airing on Monday.” Corpuz gave the student P10,000 tive control of Scarborough has some great ideas on how to update the familiar mate- Won’t this pairing with Megan ruin his love team in cash, while the show’s other staff Shoal after a standoff with rial and make it more relatable to today’s generation and with Carla Abellana? “Carla is very happy for Megan and members vowed to buy her winter the Philippine Navy. we’re ready to collaborate with him.” me so I see no problem. We’ll still be together naman on clothes. Philippine Air Force chief Is his role here more challenging than in the hit soap the big screen. We’re about to finish shooting a new movie Vice Ganda also said he would Lieutenant-General Jeffrey with Dennis Trillo “My Husband’s Lover”? “Bawat role for Regal, ‘No Boyfriend Since Birth’, a rom-com directed also help the student. naman, may kanya-kanyang sets of challenges. ‘My Hus- by Joey Reyes.” Delgado said the 10 new helicopters will be used to address internal security problems. The military expects more aircraft deliveries this year including possibly the first two of 12 FA-50 fighter jets earlier ordered from a South Korean supplier, Delgado told reporters. Delgado said the FA-50S were mere “transition aircraft” toward more advanced more advanced fighters jets which the Philippines cannot now

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20 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 and support. People sympathizes with People Jackie who’s been trying to get in touch with her children only to be taken for ...are talking about granted. But for children to act that way, Jackie must have done something wrong. We can only speculate on Julie Anne San Jose whatever it was but the treatment she gets from her children gives us a fair idea. The birthday girl has just left the country to do a series of shows in the US. She will Mich Liggayu also meet a few record The other half of the now defunct producers YouTube sensation Jamich is rumored to including be included in the lineup of housemates Sidney that will be Brown (who part of the has produced latest season songs for of Pinoy Big Drake, Lil Brother. Since Wayne, and her partner’s Ludacris to death, Mich name a few) has become for their collaboration for a new single. controversial This is just one of things the singer can and some be thankful for as she turns 21 years old. media outfits And just before she left, her sophomore try to join the bandwagon. We all have album turned double platinum. Now, predicted it, that at the end of the day, who says she can’t replicate the success Mich would enter showbiz – the goal of her debut album? she had aimed many times over but failed desperately. JaDine TJ Trinidad The tandem celebrating the box office success of its third movie has just been He flirted once with running for office named the “Most Popular Love Team.” in 2013. Now Thanks to the Guillermo Mendoza the actor might Memorial Scholarship Foundation. be running again The award covers James Reid and in the next year’s Nandine Lustre’s influence on TV and election. He in movies. We know rabid fans of other didn’t win when love teams will frantically react on this he was relatively recognition but it’s hard to deny how popular and popular JaDine is. Their tandem makes was still visible on TV so what are his a lot of people giggle and fall in love chances in his political bid in 2016? even if it’s just for reel. Let’s leave his fate to the voters of Pasay City. We guess they are intelligent Bella Padilla enough to elect or not to elect another actor to office. People were surprised to see the young DOOR TO DOOR inspection of balikbayan boxes and actress at the continued from page 1 instead implement a 100 percent press launch “Our spot checks from several x-ray and K-9 inspection of the of FPJ film warehouses show how misconstrued cargos. The bureau will only conduct adaptation the rules may have become. People physical inspection of boxes in cases 4 detained rapists series top- are sending in used clothing, home of derogatory findings. However, billed by appliances and items of the same kind this will be done in the presence of a of vice governor’s Coco Martin. that can well be used for commercial representative of Overseas Workers Apparently, purposes,” he said. Welfare Administration (OWWA) kin shot dead Bella is Lina recounted that some items or a designated officer of an OFW joining inside these balikbayan boxes could be organization. MARAWI CITY – Four detained ABS-CBN’s considered as smuggled goods due to Aquino’s decision was reached after a suspects who had confessed to raping most prized non-compliance with the Philippine meeting with Finance Secretary Cesar and murdering a 13-year-old Maranaw television Tariff and Customs Code. Purisima and Customs chief Alberto girl on Aug. 14 were found dead be- actor in a television series that honors However, it should always be noted Lina in Malacañang in the wake of hind an abandoned hospital in the city the work of Fernando Poe, Jr. That also that these packages have limitations, public outcry against the rigid inspection outskirts, officials said. means she is now a certified Kapamilya such as contents not exceeding $500 in of the OFW boxes. No one from the city police could after being with the Kapuso for several value, Lina said. “Canned goods, grocery Several lawmakers, OFWs and their explain how the suspects, who were years. It was not really a bad career move items and other household effects must families, and other concerned sectors held at the Marawi City jail, disap- for someone who’s talented enough but not exceed a dozen a kind, while apparel have criticized the administration for peared from their cell and ended up just overlooked by her former mother whether used or new must not exceed bullying the modern-day heroes instead dead with gunshots to the head. studio. three yards per cut,” Lina said. of focusing on the crackdown on big- The slain rape suspects, Jabbar He added that one consignment per time smugglers. Macacua, Elias Pimping, Salman Udag ...are NOT talking sender during a one-month period is A day after stopping the Bureau of and Jalil Sani, had all admitted their about allowed. These packages should also Customs (BOC) plan, Malacañang involvement in the brutal gang rape not contain any banned or regulated assured that there was “no politics” and murder of the Maranaw girl on firearms and ammunition, prohibited behind President Aquino’s decision, Aug. 14. drugs, pornographic material and dispelling allegations that the Chief They were arrested a day after the Jackie Forster gambling material. “Home appliances are Executive changed his mind on the issue incident and were immediately de- not allowed unless these are consigned supposedly for fear of a backlash on the tained at the city jail. administration candidates in the 2016 The erstwhile television talent is to returning Filipino residents and The suspects were reportedly spirited elections. getting a lot of unwanted attention overseas contract workers. We will out of the city jail by a group, to be In August 2014, Senator Bam Aquino including criticism seize these prohibited shipments and taken to Bayang town in the first filed a bill seeking to update the current from people who revoke registrations of forwarders or district of Lanao del Sur, hometown of minimal volume of declaration of follow the career of consolidators if we find any violations,” Vice Gov. Haroun Al-Rashid Lucman goods in the customs for consignments, her sons by Benjie Lina said. of the Autonomous Region in Muslim balikbakan boxes and other low-value Paras. On Mother’s He further said examination of the Mindanao. and low-risk packages. Day, Kobe and shipments is allowed and if a receiver The rape victim was related by blood In his bill, Sen. Bam wants the de André greeted finds any items missing from the to Lucman, according to local officials. minimis level to increase to P10,000 their stepmother packages, he may report this to the The four suspects also confessed to by amending Sec. 709 of the Tariff and and thanked her proper authorities. burning the victim’s cadaver after the Customs Code. for her selfless care The President ordered the customs rape. bureau to stop the random physical AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 21 PROVIDE DECENT JOBS Entertainment continued from page 1 against poverty with faster growth, more jobs, and greater investments in social services. Television ratings can bravely tell that People Dennis Trillo and Jennylyn Mercado CCT FOR VOTE BUYING? don’t excite fans anymore. Amid a se- ... are talking ries of publicity to promote the show, But Colmenares warned that as with the network playing on the May, 2016, national elections near, possible romance re-brewing between the CCT will likely be used by the about the two, viewers are lukewarm to it. Aquino administration for vote It’s clear that the public likes to see buying. Eat Bulaga fresh and young tandem, the likes of “The CCT had always been JaDine, on the boob tube. questionable because it is essentially The long-running noontime legalized vote buying because it is a show has become a relevant show, Alden Richards means to influence voters and not a thanks to the phenomenal AlDub means to alleviate poverty,” he said. sensation that has captivated Right, his career has just reached another height for receiving a “The budget should instead be used the hearts of many Filipinos boost more than it really needed. And in his for creating jobs and implementing (including the people from the surprise love team with Yaya Dub, it’s obvious genuine land reform. This would other station). The variety show that he’s the one benefiting from it more. So benefit the poor more than the registered a record-breaking TV here comes the network and begins to strike hundreds of billions spent for CCT,” ratings based on the data gathered the iron while it’s hot. Alden is now working he pointed out. by AGB Nielsen. At 40.8 percent on a solo album to showcase his singing talent Colmenares said the dole- audience share versus It’s Showtime’s 5.3 percent, the show has (or actually the lack of it). Okay we get, we out program, which has been just reclaimed its position as the no.1 noontime program. And are going to have another set of tracks we can put straight to the implemented since the time of former what’s this we heard that the other network is going mad as hell trash bin. President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, trying to think of something they can put up against AlDub? failed to address the vicious cycle of poverty. KC Concepcion DSWD Secretary Corazon Someday, on their own Soliman had assured that they have put in place measures that will ensure GQ India named the Kapamilya star as one of “The Hottest While some local celebs have opted to live independently, Matteo Actresses in the World” and was described that rightful beneficiaries receive Guidicelli and Shaina Magdayao still live with their respective assistance under the 4Ps. as a “Filipino pop royalty.” KC was featured families. alongside top celebrities from other countries Colmenares’ fellow Makabayan For Matteo, it is because he had tried living on his own before bloc lawmakers – Gabriela partylist including Miss World 2001 Agbani Dar- and he had a hard time. ego and latest Bond girl Stephanie Sigman. Rep. Luz Ilagan and Kabataan Although he looks forward to striking out on his own again, he partylist Rep. Terry Ridon renewed Now that she’s enchanted an international said he is still preparing for it. audience, it’s about time for her to convince calls to scrap the CCT program. Shaina agreed, revealing how she has been saving to be able to “It has not addressed poverty at all. her kababayan that she really deserves such eventually move out of her sister Vina Morales’ house. recognition. It should be scrapped. The additional Already, she has invested some of her earnings into several danger is that it will be an election businesses including a salon and a 20-door apartment complex. instrument,” Ilagan said. One More Chance Shaina acknowledged the support she gets from her family “The CCT should be scrapped concerning her finances. altogether. By losing a third to There’s one thing that AlDud is yet “They know naman kasi na hindi forever ang showbiz so they unintended persons, it should already to accomplish – to be in a series or a guide me in investing and handling money properly,” she shared. be a clear sign that the CCT is movie that would attract paying view- Matteo also credited Star Magic management for helping him ineffective in poverty alleviation,” ers. People will agree that John Lloyd save money. Ridon said. Cruz and Bea Alonzo tandem is still “In Star Magic, we have mandatory savings for our future,” Youth group Anakbayan opposes a force to reckon with on the romcom Matteo explained. CCT program and assailed massive scene because without any gimmicks, He added that he gets sound advice from his dad, an Italian cuts in the budget of state universities “One More Chance” and “Popoy” went who is into the manufacturing business, and a very succesful one and colleges. trending for two days following the at that. The group said that the budget reports that their massively successful “My dad is a very good businessman, so when it comes to cut was evident in the case of the 2007 movie will have a sequel. money, he is very straightforward,” Matteo shared. University of the Philippines (UP). The funds for CCT and PPP, ... are not talking about Fresh ideas Crisostomo said, come from hard- Matteo and Shaina admire the devotion of young director Pepe earned money from taxpayers who Diokno when it comes to work. They found this out when they subsidize the still-idle beneficiaries of

Maria Ozawa were doing Cinema One’s TV series “Single/Single.” the CCT. Shaina describes Pepe as the “main man,” particularly in Oh no, we are not going to blame her for Mariel Rodriguez’s “bringing life to the characters we portray.” ADVERSE STUDIES second miscarriage. It’s not her fault in the Working with someone as young as Pepe is refreshing for first place. But what is obvious here is that Shaina, who is used to working with older directors. Worse, studies conducted by Maria is really dying to be in a mainstream “Iba ’yung approach niya. It’s a lot different from what we usu- the Oxford University in England film. She ranted about Robin Padilla being ally do,” she said. pointed to instances when local unprofessional for backing off from the movie For his part, Matteo believes Pepe has much to offer the indus- officials, particularly in Eastern they were supposed to star together. Of course, try. Visayas, took control of the ATM people understand, she needs this movie more “There’s a lot of passion in him, you could feel it when he cards of beneficiaries and made a cut than anybody else. Has Cesar Montano signed to take Robin’s directs you,” he said. on the P1,400 monthly subsidies. place in the movie? The actor also likes it that Pepe is open to experimentation. For its part, the World Bank (WB) “He allows you to explore your character. He is very open to ideas noted fund leakages that account for My Faithful Husband and suggestions,” Matteo said. 19 percent of the total budget. Their findings are close to the estimate of a former chief of the National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) who said 40 percent of the Faces at the Festival beneficiaries “were not dirt-poor” and should be deleted by Soliman. FROM LEFT, Amber Last March, the House Committee delos Reyes; Nesel Batle is caught by the on Poverty Alleviation approved a camera; Photographer bill seeking to institutionalize the Noli Gumapac in a re- CCT program to reduce poverty and laxed moment; Maria promote human capital development Panaligan poses with former Star Magic star in the country. Don Laurel.

22 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 Mikael Daez Regine Velas- is faithful quez, nag- Balik-primetime ang Ismol Family Hunk Shot star na si Mikael Daez. Huling napanood bigay ng tips sa primetime ang binata noong 2014 sa GMA Telefantasya na Adarna. Ngayon, napapanood si Mikael sa sa ‘StarStruck’ teleserye na My Faithful Husband kasama sina Dennis Trillo at Jennylyn Mercado. Si Mikael ay gumaganap bilang contestants si Dean na Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez- ex-boyfriend Alcasid ang isa sa magiging hurado ng karakter ng nalalapit ni Jennylyn. na season ng Sa StarStruck panayam ng entertain- at ibina- ment press hagi niya sa sa press con- Unang Hirit ference ng kung ano ang My Faithful hinahanap Husband, niya sa mga inusisa ang estado ng kanyang love life. artista hope- Ani ni Mikael, “I am a faithful fuls, “Sa opinyon ko, isa sa mga bagay husband [laughs] I am a faithful man... na dapat mayroon ka ‘pag artista ka o My love life is okay. I’m happy, smooth sailing, faithful. [laughs]” para sumikat ka is ‘yung personality.” Pinilit mang paaminin ng showbiz Dagdag pa ng StarStruck judge media si Mikael, naging matipid ang “’Yung ‘pag nagsalita ka, ‘yung kini- binata patungkol sa kanyang special kilig ‘yung mga tao [at] natutuwa sila someone. Ang sinabi niyang source of sa ‘yo kahit hindi ka naman masyado inspiration ay ang projects na kanyang magaling magsalita pero endearing pinagtutuunan ng pansin. ka sa kanila, so I think I have to look “I think right now, inspiration for me Jeric stays fit by playing for that also.” Bukod sa kanyang is just the fact na I want to do well kasi bagong show, naghahanda na rin ang ang gandang opportunity, siyempre alam basketball. beteranang mang-aawit para sa kan- n’yo naman, may Blood In Dispute ako Someday, he na ginawa, tapos may teleserye agad. yang concert sa November. “’Yung “So para sa akin ‘yung inspiration ko wants to be mga songs na kakantahin ko ay ‘yung nagagawa ko ‘yung work ko ng an electrical galing lahat sa mga musicals. Hindi mabuti na parang ‘Wow ang laking bagay engineer. He naman ako limited lang sa Broadway pala,’” saad ng Kapuso actor. is the son of kasi madami namang mga local mu- Sa tanong naman kung seloso siya Angelina and sicals na being produced right now at bilang boyfriend, diretsahan niya itong Edwin. sobrang nagiging successful,” saad ng sinagot. “Hindi ako seloso dati pa. Dati singer-actress. pa talaga hindi ako seloso, para whatever happens, will happen. Lord ikaw [ang] Ipinakita niya rin ang kanyang bahala,” sagot ni Mikael. pagiging AlDub fan nang mag-post Catch Mikael in the GMA Telebabad Jeric Tomamang siya sa Instagram ng screen-captured series My Faithful Husband on week- na larawan ng Kalye-serye noong nights, and weekly in Bubble Gang and Sabado. Aniya, “I’m sure everyone’s Ismol Family. watching!”

AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 23 Chiz : Party Entertainment not always a

“Yes, dun ako nagulat!” pahayag ng big factor in ‘AlDub’ is a hit in old Kapuso heartthrob ukol dito. Sumikat ang loveteam nina Alden at Yaya Dub, o mas kilala bilang AlDub, poll victory and new media sa KalyeSerye ng Eat Bulaga sa GMA Network. At dahil tanging sa split screen lang MANILA – Independent sena- As the Disney song goes, it’s “a tale as old as sila nagkikita at nakakapagpalitan ng tor Francis ‘’Chiz’’ Escudero said the time.” mensahe, ang unang pagtatagpo ng machinery that a political party can Instead of Beauty taming the Beast, however, a AlDub ang isa sa pinakahihintay ng give does not necessarily guarantee a not-so-ordinary nanny called Yaya Dub enchants sumusubaybay ng naturang KalyeSerye. candidate’s victory in the polls. a handsome heartthrob named Alden Richards Kinumpirma ni Alden na dumalo siya Escudero admitted that he and Sen. in this modern retelling of a classic fairy tale. ng Candy Fair bilang bahagi ng napil- Grace Poe are aware that launching a For good measure, a cruel stepmother/fairy ing Candy Cuties ng Candy Magazine bid for a national position can be hard godmother joins the melee: Lola Nidora, or noong 2010. without the backing of a political party. comedian Wally Bayola in drag. Ngunit noong panahong iyon ay gamit ‘’Kaya siguro mas mahabang pana- The unlikely duo dubbed “AlDub’s” budding pa niya ang kanyang tunay na pangalang hon ang kailangan namin para mag- romance has posted through-the-roof ratings Richard Faulkerson Jr. at hindi pa pormal isip dahil wala kaming pera, makinarya, for the 36-year-old noontime variety show “Eat na sumasabak sa showbiz. at partido,’’ he said. Escudero, however, Bulaga,” aired by GMA 7. said history also shows that money OVERNIGHT SENSATION The popularity Posibleng nagkita na nga sina Alden at Called “kalyeserye” or street series, the “AlDub” of Nicomaine Dei “Maine” Mendoza, better Maine noon, pero hindi marahil ito alam and political machinery do not always romance is a certified hit. known as Yaya Dub to fans of the continu- o matandaan ng aktor. translate to a victory. ing “kalyeserye” on the noontime show It is not uncommon for Makati employees Bilang isa sa mga Candy Cuties ‘’Si Pangulong Cory [Aquino] “Eat Bulaga,” is unstoppable. It has pushed (some working in this newspaper) to delay their walang partido nang nanalo siya at the career of her accidental “love interest,” sa event, maaaring magpa-picture sa lunch break to 1:30 p.m. in order to catch AlDub Alden Richards, to the hilt and has caused kanila ang Candy readers na um-attend; ang kakampi niya sa laban nung mga in the program’s “Juan for All, All for Juan” seg- the show to triple its ratings. With Yaya Dub kabilang na nga rito si Maine na isang panahon na iyon ay 12 kongresista lang are the noontime show’s Paolo Ballesteros, ment. oridnaryong estudyante lamang noon. yata,’’ he said. ‘’Si Pangulong [Fidel] Wally Bayola (in character as Lola Nidora) Some would wait until the wee hours when Ramos, ang kapatid lang niya sa Se- and Jose Manalo. EAT BULAGA FACEBOOK Sinasabi ring 14 years old lamang noon the segment is uploaded to the show’s official PAGE si Maine, habang si Alden ay 17 naman. nado, pamangin niya sa Kongreso, at si Facebook account. Speaker Jose de Venecia ang kakampi Anna Leah Sarabia, anthropologist and media No romance yet for Yen niya. Si [ Joseph] Estrada, mga 14 critic, pointed out that the kalyeserye mines tried-and-tested tropes used in fairy tales and kongresista. Si Pangulong [Benigno] soap operas. Santos Aquino, 21 ang miyembro ng LP “AlDub the ‘uncouple’ never meets and communicates only through television—through (Liberal Party) noon. Of course, not cute antics like the pabebe wave. It’s a ‘Cinderella’ story that’s fake and true-life at the same Yen Santos got emotional when asked by counted si Pangulong [Gloria] Arroyo time.” the press how she feels that the Kapami- dahil incumbent siya nung tumkabo.” On- and off-camera, Richards and Yaya Dub have yet to meet and only get to interact lya management has been constantly Escudero added: ‘’Ang eleksyon onscreen—specifically, split-screen, during their segment on the noontime show. entrusting her with big projects. Yen sa pangulo, pangalawang pangulo at Sarabia added: “This kind of hide-and-seek courtship is not new.” starred in Pure Love and Oh My G! and senador, [diyan] natin tunay nakikita “Eat Bulaga” director Poochie Rivera shared a theory with the Inquirer: “AlDub clicked is now part of All of Me. In an interview ang demokrasya…sapagkat ayon sa because lots of Filipinos can relate with their predicament. People who have partners who with the actress, she could not help but maraming pagsasaliksik, iyung nego- work abroad often communicate and pursue their relationship online, through Skype or express her gratitude towards manage- syante at pulitiko ang sumusunod sa Facetime.” ment for the big breaks she has been tao, hindi yung tao ang sumusunod sa The struggles of overseas Filipino workers have somehow seeped into popular culture in given in ABS-CBN. negosyante at pulitiko.” the guise of supposedly harmless entertainment. “Sobra sa puso ko talagang sobrang Escudero also clarified that Poe will nagpapasalamat ako dahil talaga nong decide on her own whether to run or mula nong Pure Love, hindi ako naba- not. He said he will support whatever Did Alden Richards meet Maine Mendoza at Candy bakante, sobrang sarap sa pakiramdam the neophyte senator’s decision is. Fair before? na nagtitiwala po talaga sila sa akin,” she Poe is currently the most favored said. In return, she remarked that she possible presidential candidate in 2016, makes sure that she gives it her best in based on surveys. Her huge potential Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon ay nagsalita na si Alden Richards tungkol sa kumalat na every project that she’s involved in. “’Yun to win has attracted the Liberal Party larawan nila ni Maine Mendoza na kuha sa isang event ng Candy Magazine noong 2010. talaga, lahat talaga ginagawa ko para (LP) and Nationalist People’s Coali- Ayon kay Alden, maging siya ay nagulat sa kumalat na larawan masuklian ang tiwala na ibinibigay nila,” tion (NPC). nila ni Maine, lalo pa’t hindi pa talaga sila nagkakaroon ng pagka- she stated. LP’s standard bearer, Mar Roxas, kataong personal na magkita. With her hectic showbiz career, Yen is still wooing Poe to become his “Just to clarify things talaga with everyone, hindi scripted yung shared that her family motivates her to running-mate. The NPC, on the other hindi namin pagkikita. keep on pushing forward. She added that hand, has said it is prepared to provide “Talagang we’ve never met each other. her co-stars in All Of Me are also very its machinery to Poe and Escudero, “We’re not texting, we’re not calling each other. supportive of her. “Siyempre family pa should they decide to run together. “And yung sagutan lang namin sa social media is pakiramdaman rin at talagang ‘yung mga katrabaho ko Poe has not yet decided whether she lang,” pahayag ni Alden. talaga sobrang babait po nila sa akin, so- will run in 2016. It also remains un- Hiningan ng reaksiyon ang 23-year-old actor-TV host tungkol sa diumano’y larawan certain whether she will accept Roxas’ nila ni Maine, kung saan makikitang minsan nang nagkrus ang kanilang landas limang ALDUB offer or run with Escudero, her closest taon na ang nakararaan. continued on page 27 political ally.

Ambassador 70% Filipinos not connected digitally Leslie Gatan and FV Foods’ Mel MANILA - About 70 million “If the 70 million unreached Fili- DigiBayanihan is Intel Philippines’ Galeon pose inf Filipinos or nearly 70 percent of pinos can be digitally connected, initiative that seeks to promote ront of the store at taste of Manila. the population are still not digitally they can change the landscape of digital literacy through training, connected. the Philippines,” Mallya said. volunteerism and providing access This was bared during the Dig- In Southeast Asia, there are 374 to affordable technology. italBayanihan milestone update million people who are not yet “We at Intel acknowledge the program of Intel Philippines at the digitally connected, said Mallya, role of education and connectivity Asian Institute of Management. citing data from Intel. in empowering developing coun- “While we see an increased He said Intel is promoting digital tries throughout the world. With adoption of digital devices in connectivity to provide access and Southeast Asia being a relatively Priscilla and Rusty Muere Southeast Asia and in the Philip- form a more productive Philippine young but strong region in terms (THIRD AND pines, there is still a growing gap society. of digital adoption, introducing FOURTH FROM in digital skills that needs to be “We introduced DigitalBayani- programs that help promote and LEFT) and friends addressed in order to fully take han to promote digital inclusive- sustain digital literacy will help enjoy the Taste of Manila festival. advantage of the benefits of the ness in the country and empower increase productivity and lay the digital age,” said Prakash Mallya, Filipinos with access to digital foundation for a stronger digital Intel Southeast Asia managing skills training and devices,” he said. economy,” said Mallya director. Launched in September 2015, 24 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 ADVOCATES continued from page 20 Spotlight afford. Defence department spokesman Peter Paul Galvez said communist and Muslim insurgencies remained a priority despite the new watchfulness on Philippine borders. “We are first focusing on internal security and in the succeeding horizons, we will go towards external defense,” he said, criticizing China’s reclamation work. “They should stop their island-building. That steps up the pace of militarization,” Galvez said. The Philippines has been among the most vocal in challenging China’s sea claims, which also overlap those of Brunei, Malaysia, Taiwan and Vietnam. US ambassador Philip Goldberg said the United States, the Philippines’ closest defense ally, was ready to provide surplus military equipment and budgeted $50 million in foreign military aid to the Phil- ippines last year.

MARRYING FILIPINA from page 1 House Bill 4828, which a Senate EDSA-Cubao circa 70’s era. committee is now deliberating on, seeks to add more requirements: certificates of good moral character, and proof of gainful trade, business, employment and other lawful sources of income. Kilig © Jamie Cirello • Published on May 2013 This means jobless foreigners, and those convicted of crimes, would not be able to First Christmas marry Filipinos if the bill becomes law. However, because the bill focuses on male Without You foreigners, certain government offices are not in favor of it. “We believe the additional requirements… The nights are long and cold, the sun is hardly around, would propagate old gender stereotypes Christmas time is approaching, and snow will soon cover and is thus highly discriminatory and the ground. contrary to the equal protection clause of the Trees and lights are twinkling, stockings are being hung. Constitution,” said Nolibelyn Macabagdal, The Christmas spirit is all around, as carols are being sung. a project officer at the Department of This year Christmas is not the same, just a yearly memory, Social Welfare and Development, during a This house is not a home anymore, because you are not here committee hearing on the bill on Monday. with me. The Philippine Commission on Women There will be sadness; there will be tears, when we wake up (PCW) also does not agree with the bill. on Christmas day. “We feel that it runs contrary to the These fans are so happy to see their idol. PHOTO BY NOLI GUMAPAC For this will be the first without you, oh how I wish heaven provision of the Magna Carta which grants was just a mile away. equal rights for women and men to enter As we sit around the Christmas tree, emotions will be sad, into marriage,” said the PCW’s Rebecca Gifts for them, gifts for me, but none of them will say Baylosis. DAD. The House of Representatives approved its All I want for Christmas is to see your smiling face, version of the bill in 2014, with proponents I know it cannot happen because you are in a better place. saying it would protect Filipino women Please...... DAD ring a bell for me on Christmas day, against exploitation by foreigners and being So I will know you got your wings and that you are ok. trafficked and prostituted, among others. I am not looking forward to Christmas, but I know it’s Senator Pia Cayetano, chairperson of the something I have to live through. committee on youth, women, and family I hope there is Christmas in heaven, because it is not the relations, is also not keen on approving the same here without you. Senate bill in its current form. Aside from having gender equality issues, she said the bill discriminates against foreigners. Sincerity get’s “There’s a human right question that we have to resolve,” Cayetano told reporters Kathryn’s vote after Monday’s hearing. “The intention is very good. It’s just that, Teen star Kathryn Bernardo, how do you do it in such a way that it’s fair?” who turned 19 this year, is Cayetano has called for the convening of a excited to finally be able to cast technical working group to refine the bill. her vote in the coming 2016 presidential election. The actress, however, said her contract as an ABS-CBN artist prohibits her from endorsing any candidate. LADY: I am not feeling “Star Magic does not allow its talents to campaign for healthy. anyone,” she said. She added that she would never try to influence her fans DOCTOR: Are you sure to vote for her candidate of choice. “I don’t have the right to you are having 3 meals a dictate to them who they should support. They have their day as I had advised? own opinion. It will really depend on them.” The teen star pointed out: “It will be my first time to vote LADY: Oh my God! I so I’m really preparing for it. I will only vote for someone thought you said 3 males who I know deserves it.” She has other considerations: “My vote will go to the candidate who is not corrupt. This person a day! Noime Dizon walks the ramp at the Renee Salud fashion show by PIDC. PHOTO BY FLORO VIRTUCIO also has to be sincere in his or her wish to help the country.” AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 L. M. Confidential 25 US LOCATIONS Life Hacks continued from page 4 Road and Andrews Avenue going to Circulo. The buses, however, cannot load or unload along Andrews. The extended bus routes were meant to address the lack of public transporta- What makes a star? tion options for arrivals and employees at Naia 3 and 4. On the average, the two terminals have about 26,000 arriving pas- mo, ‘yun ang unang makikita sa’yo.” Well, fate always sengers, who mostly have no other choice Star quality is really something that finds a way. but to take taxi cabs. is difficult to pinpoint or quantify. The On Liza’s part, it For MIAA senior assistant general best example is Alden Richards. He was was her aunt who manager Vicente Guerzon Jr., the test run rejected by Starstruck and yet, everyone persuaded her to try for the bus scheme “should by no means knows he’s now the most popular GMA acting. be considered a flop” at this point. male talent. Then there’s Megan Young. Though she The low number of passengers taking She was easily eliminated from Starstruck admitted being the buses may be due to the absence of a 2 and the winners in her batch were Ryza hesitant at first, Liza walkway from the Naia 3 to the bus stop, Cenon and LJ Reyes. But look who’s now enjoys where she is he said. playing the plum role of “Marimar” and now. co-hosting the latest season of Starstruck Already, she wants to sink her teeth with Dingdong Dantes. Other Starstruck into a variety of roles, eager to expand her ALDUB rejects who eventually hit it bigger than knowledge of the craft. continued from page 24 the winners include Cristine Reyes and True to her nature, however, she Paulo Avelino. revealed wanting to try her hand in action And even if you win in Starstruck, it films. brang walang naging problema kaya sila doesn’t necessarily mean you’re already “Hindi naman ito like, biglaan. Dream rin po ang inspirasyon ko. Laging sa set made, as what we saw in the case of Ste- ko since before pa talaga to do action,” masaya kami lahat, kami magkakaibi- ven, Sarah, Mart Escudero, Jewel Mische she maintained. gan kaya lagi namin nilo-look forward and, most especially, Aljur Abrenica, who As if to defend her choice, she added, bawat taping,” she said. was almost there but suddenly made a “Very sporty ako. Du’n lumalabas ’yung Yen admitted that she is still single misstep that we are sure he now regrets. confidence ko.” at the moment and to be in a relation- We just hope that in choosing the Liza is into volleyball, soccer, football ship is still not on her mind. “Sa ngayon 14 wannabes, the judges will be banking and basketball. She used to play everyday wala pa po akong more on good looks than any other factor. in school, prior to being swamped with time. Wala pa po ang Who cares if they cannot really sing or showbiz chores. isip ko sa relationship, The last Starstruck Artista Search was in dance or act? The primary consideration darating din po ‘yun in 2009, where Steven Silva and Sarah Lah- should be: Do they really look good on God’s time,” she stated. bati emerged as the winners of Starstruck screen? Alden reportedly didn’t qualify Are JM de Guzman and On the qualities that 5. Both didn’t really make it to superstar- because he can’t sing or dance well then. Jessy Mendiola splitting? she is looking for in dom and both are now out of GMA-7. But no one can deny he’s great eye candy. a guy, she relayed, “Sa ngayon po ang gusto ko lang naman sa The one who hit it big in their batch is And look at him now as the Pambansang When it comes to his relationship with isang guy siyempre unang-una mabait Rocco Nacino, who was second runner up. Dimples. Jessy, JM shared that they have grown sa family ko at ‘yung makakasundo ko Now, after 6 years, Starstruck is back and to be a mature couple this time around. lang, ‘yung masaya lang kasama, ‘yung the celebrities who’ll be running it were Liza Soberano’s first They had split up in 2013 and rekindled lagi lang akong tumatawa.” presented to the press. their romance April of this year. “Dati dream Recently, Yen was linked to Arron The main hosts are Dingdong Dantes mas naka-focus kami don sa [baka] Villaflor (her All Of Me co-star) after and Megan Young. The judges are Joey mawalan kami ng trabaho. Ngayon meron the latter admitted on Aquino and de Leon, Regine Velasquez and Jennylyn Everyone has dreams and many want na kaming pinapahalagan at inaalagaan Abunda Tonight that he has been send- Mercado (female winner in Starstruck theirs big. na intimate na sa amin dalawa lang ing flowers to the actress. Yen clarified 1). The segments hosts are Mark Herras Yet for every kid who dreams of na binibigyan namin ng importansya on the same show that they are not an (male winner in Starstruck 1), Kris Bernal becoming the president, the pope or a ‘yun. Nag-mature na, parang ganon,” he item yet. When asked if Aaron is court- (female winner in Starstruck 4), Rocco pop star, there are those who dream of relayed. ing her, Yen briefly stated, “Parang opo Nacino and Miguel Tanfelix (1st runner becoming teacher or soldier – just like JM also clarified the rumors going ata.” up in Starstruck Kids 12 years ago.) popular actress Liza Soberano. around that their relationship is on the During the presscon, someone asked: “Gusto ko talaga maging sundalo, ’yun rocks because Jessy has been noticeably What makes a star? ang unang dream ko,” Liza revealed in a posting emotional quotes on her Kris Bernal ready for “It’s a combination of talent plus luck recent interview. “Mahilig kasi talaga ako Instagram account. The actor explained, FHM but... plus sustainability,” says Dingdong. sa mga boyish stuff.” “Mahilig lang mag-quote ng mga songs “You should be very focused and well- Liza was influenced by her grandfather talaga si Jessy ever since kahit noon sa Kris Bernal is happy to be part of motivated,” says Kris. Jeff who was with the marines. BBM (BlackBerry Messenger) ‘yung mga Starstruck 6. She’ll be the social media Regine makes a more practical answer. The dream changed along the way, status niya about sa kanta.” correspondent who’d be seen every night “I really don’t know what makes a star. with Liza eventually setting her sights on Though he admitted that they have to report on the latest audience reac- Very important is the star factor that no becoming a doctor. their misunderstandings sometimes, but tions about the show and the finalists in one knows how to explain. But I think “Kasi ’yun ’yung kinuha ng mommy ko,” the bottom line is he loves Jessy no matter Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. How it’s in your personality na unique and she related. what. “Meron din naman po [tampuhan] does she feel that her male counterpart only you can have. Kasi sa talent, marami Then she changed her mind again. ayun. Siyempre she expects a lot from me in Starstruck 4, Aljur Abrenica, is cur- ang magkakapareho. Marami can sing or “Gusto ko na maging lawyer,” she said so minsan ayon nagbibigay pero ganon eh. rently out of circulation after he tried to dance or act, but ‘yung unique personality befor adding, “Pero ito ngayon, artista na.” Mahal ko siya.” defy GMA-7? “Siguro, lahat naman, may time in our life that we make some bad deci- sions at ‘yun ang napagdaanan ni Aljur,” (Pop-ups are not supposed to be Ex-minister vows to fight she says. “But he is now working hard Candid SPOOF taken seriously - Iglesia’s Sanggunian ‘all para siya makabalik at gusto na niya EDITOR) talaga uling mabigyan ng show. Gusto na niya talaga magtrabaho uli. But I’m the way’ not here to talk in his behalf. Basta he Oh my G naman kayo. Halo halo lang knows I’m just here, ready to support magbabayad pa kayo ng tseke. MANILA - Despite fearing for his life, expelled him at sana nga, makabawi na siya.” Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) How come she has not yet been minister Isaias Samson Jr. given a new soap after “Hiram na said that he will pursue the Alaala” with Dennis Trillo almost a year harassment, illegal deten- ago? “Naku, miss na miss ko nang mag- tion, threats and coercion soap. ‘Yung magpuyat sa trabaho. I’m complaint he filed against just hoping they’ll assign me one soon.” members of the Sang- Is it true she’s now ready to pose gunian, the INC’s highest sexy for FHM? “They have an offer, pero administrative council. ayaw pa talaga ng parents ko. Kung ako He said that INC members should understand lang, I can feel ready na ako. But I have that he is not fighting the religious sect but the al- to obey my parents.” leged corruption done by Sanggunian members. Joy Sarmiento gets into the food business. 26 L. M. Confidential AUGUST 2015 AUGUST 2015 DRS. SOLON C. 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