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Hope and Faith for 2013 Despite a spate of devastat- in their belief that “the best der. It is now Asia’s new fi- ing natural disasters and is yet to come “ in the days nancial showcase, not the calamities, more recently ahead of the new year. previously embarrassing the great deluge that is su- reputation as the “basket According to reports, the pertyphoon “Pablo “ in Min- case “ of the region. Philippines is now a “ new danao, a great number of emerging Tiger “ thanks to A new political order based Filipinos still remain un- its steady and credible climb fazed, optimistic and strong (Continued on page 4) in the world’s economic lad-

Black Nazarene Feast: A leap of faith and devotion among Filipinos (photo: Aaron Favila) New year’s eve fireworks at Eastwood Mall, Quezon City. (photo:ourawsomeplanet.com) Newsmakers 2012: Filipinos who made waves! By: Mon Torralba, Waves It was a banner year for Pinoys both here and abroad. From music to sports and as well as good governance they have excelled in their current respective fields. They have owned the global stage, highlighted the prowess of the Pinoys or showed the way in their achievements, whether big and small. Of course, leading the way is the leader of a new emerging "economic Tiger " that is President Nonoy Aquino. the Philippines which will be featured in the prestigious and influential World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland on Since his election in 2010, January 23-27,2013. Noynoy will speak on his "Matuwid Na Daan "(The right Path) style of governance and his current efforts to President Aquino has since rid the country of corruption through transparency and true public service.

in the Bicol region, Robredo local governance. He died in Saturday Night Live last Filipinos worldwide were was made secretary of Local an airplane crash off the year. Born in Hawaii to a glued to their TV sets to Government and Interior. coast of Masbate. In death Filipino mother and Puerto watch each episode of the The late Robredo was a he left a lasting legacy: He Rican father, his declaration American Idol, her brilliant proved that in the Philip- echoed in the news waves song renditions trended on pines, it is still possible to around the world. Coming serve the government with from an internationally- decency and integrity. (AFS) acclaimed singing sensation,

whose songs continually Bruno Mars. “I am a Filipi- launched sweeping reforms topping the charts, his decla- no!” is the proud declara- in government. This past ration makes Filipinos tion of the world-famous year, the country registered around the globe feel proud an unprecedented growth of their heritage. from 6.4 percent upwards. Jessica Sanchez. Filipino’s In his 2nd year in office, a talent for singing was again Supreme Court justice was model of "transparency" in at the top of the list. Last found guilty of misdeclaring government service. As a year, the American Idol sea- assets and impeached from Mayor of Naga city, he up- Twitter and garnered mil- son 11 had outstanding per- office, the first in the history graded its classification lions of YouTube hits. She formances from Jessica of country. (AFS) from fourth class to first may have ended up only as Sanchez, deserving of the class by spurring the growth the 1st runner up but it is Jesus “Jesse” Robredo. internationally-acclaimed many standing ovations of business and regaining evident that a very bright Plucked from his successful singer-songwriter when he from the judges, as well as the confidence of people in (Continued on page 5) terms as mayor of Naga city was a special guest at NBC the audience. Not only were

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JANUARY 2013 3 MANILA FEEDBACK Tubbataha Reef damage getting worse MANILA, Philippines -- Palawan Governor Abraham contain inaccurate naviga- Damage to the Tubbataha Kahlil Mitra and the Protect- tion data and may have Reef has worsened as winds ed Area Management Board been a factor in the Guardi- and waves shoved to 90 de- said it will take 20 to 100 an grounding that occurred grees the minesweeper “USS years to fix the damaged in the Sulu Sea on Jan. 17.” Guardian” that ran aground reefs, a marine sanctuary Malacanang said, however, Thursday. southeast of the province. it will await a final investi- United States authorities gation before it will disclose A report from ABS-CBN earlier said an inaccurate the government’s next News Palawan’s Edinel navigation chart data has move. Magtibay said water is al- led to the grounding of the ready seeping into the minesweeper. In an interview with radio minesweeper, which sup- dzRB, deputy presidential posedly initially damaged at A statement from the Pacific spokesperson Abigail Valte least 10 meters of the coral Fleet public affairs indicated said “it will be prudent to reefs. that, “the U.S. National Geo- wait for the results of the spatial-Intelligence Agency investigation that will be The Palawan government (NGA) today (January 19) conducted by the Depart- said it will ask the United provided preliminary find- ment of Foreign Affairs, De- States Navy to pay for the ings of a review on Digital partment of National De- damages. Nautical Charts (DNC) that fense, etc.” ABS-CBNnews.com USS Guardian: Aground in restricted waters BUT...US Navy expresses regret Busy sked for PNoy at Davos forum for Tubbataha incident MANILA, Philippines – A continue to work with the of nearly three years has world are interested in commander of the United Philippine government to MANILA, Philippines - achieved, particularly on meeting President Aqui- States Navy on Monday ex- assess the extent of the dam- President Aquino has at the campaign against cor- no. There’s a lot of infra- pressed regret for the age to reef and the sur- least 10 engagements ruption. structure going on. You grounding of the USS Guard- rounding marine environ- when he attends the an- have expressways and ian last week, which dam- ment caused by the ground- nual meeting of the elevated highways, bus aged the protected Tub- ing,” the U.S. Navy said. World Economic Forum terminals kicking off this bataha Reef in the Sulu Sea. (WEF) in Davos, Switzer- year,” he said. “This year, Meanwhile, an assessment land this week – the first we’re going to create a In a statement, U.S. 7th Fleet team from the U.S. Navy has time he is attending the roadmap to 2016.” Commander Vice Admiral already arrived in Palawan international gathering Scott Swift said he “greatly to work on the extraction of since he assumed office Almendras used to head regret(s) any damage this the USS Guardian from the in June 2010. incident has caused to the Tubbataha Reef. the Department of Ener- Tubbataha Reef.” gy until his transfer to Deputy presidential Malacan ang in mid-2012. Lt. Commander Ralph Kris spokesperson Abigail The USS Guardian had come Hooper, public affairs officer Valte said that aside from Valte said Aquino would from a port call in Subic Bay of the U.S. 7th Fleet, said the those engagements, Aqui- Aquino will be in Davos and was on its way to Indo- extraction team includes deliver on Jan. 24 the on Jan. 24-25 for the no may have “pull aside” keynote address in the nesia when it ran aground engineers, divers, and other or “small chat” meetings WEF, which holds an an- the Tubbataha Reef early essential personnel. anti-corruption forum on nual meeting that re- with world and business the sidelines of the Davos morning Thursday. At least leaders. mains the foremost crea- 10 meters of the coral reef Filipino lawmakers have be- meeting. tive force for engaging have been damaged. gun questioning the U.S. leaders in collaborative “The 10 events consist of warship’s presence in Philip- Aquino is to speak on activities focused on events that are spon- “We know the significance of pine waters. “Partnering Against Cor- shaping the global, re- sored by the WEF itself, the Tubbataha Reefs Natural ruption Initiative” at the gional and industry agen- Park and its importance as a Sen. Francis Escudero, chair- while the others are host- WEF, where he is ex- das. World heritage Site. Its pro- man of the Senate Commit- ed by private companies pected to share anti- tection is vital, and we take tee on Environment and Nat- and other global econom- corruption measures. ic leaders who will be Aquino will also meet seriously our obligations to ural Resources, is asking if with the Filipino commu- protect and preserve the the ship had authorized ac- meeting with the Presi- dent,” Valte said over Cabinet Secretary Jose nity in Zurich on Jan. 26, maritime environment,” cess. Rene Almendras earlier before he leaves for Ma- Swift said. state-run dzRB radio yes- terday. confirmed the President’s nila later that day. “Were we informed of its attendance at the WEF, Swift said Rear Adm. Thom- presence in our territory? which extended an invita- The WEF is an independ- as Carney will take over as Why can’t we have official Aquino may also have tion. ent international organi- the on-scene commander on word from concerned au- more engagements dur- zation committed to im- January 21 to oversee the thorities about the official ing “informal gatherings,” “The international com- proving the state of the Guardian recovery opera- status of the ship in our wa- Valte said. munity is very happy world by engaging busi- tions. ters?” Escudero asked. with what he’s done,” Al- ness, political, academic Over the weekend, Valte mendras told ANC. and other leaders of soci- Carney, the Commander of Sen. Loren Legarda, mean- also disclosed Aquino will Logistics Group in Western while, wants the Presidential ety to shape global, re- showcase the successes gional and industry agen- Pacific, will embark the de- Commission on the Visiting of what his government “Great, successful busi- stroyer USS Mustin. Along Forces Agreement and the nessmen all over the das. with other US Navy vessels, Philippine Coast Guard to the USS Mustin “is focused explain why the USS Guardi- (Continued from page 4) Canada. to toe. on preventing any further an was in the waters near Ban the Gun? ******* TIDBITS: Congratulations environmental damage to the Tubbataha Reef, which by the way, continue to the reef and surrounding are considered a “no naviga- to birthday celebrants grow with Canada export- SOON TO OPEN: Eva’s Spa marine environment.” tion area.” Ricky Caluen, PPCO presi- ing a total of $554.7 million and Saloon is set to be the dent on leave, Nila Soriano, worth of merchandise to new Filipino business lo- The U.S. Navy said that there UNESCO declared the Tub- Eugene Soriano, Teresa the country consisting of cale in the Bathurst area. has been no change on the bataha Reef a World Herit- Torralba of this newspaper, minerals, meat, fertilizers Under the entrepreneur- Guardian’s condition and age Site in 1993. It covers Tess Cusipag of Balita, and and wood . ship the Ms. Eva Agpaoa, it there are no traces of an oil 130,028 hectares and is Myrna Soriano, Arielle will open its doors to client slick in the area. home to thousands of ma- On the other hand, the Phil- S.Soriano, Joe Damasco, comes February 2013 and “When the Guardian is safely rine species. With a report ippines exported $915.9 Kevin Obtinario, and all Jan- offering the latest spa and recovered by the U.S. Navy, from ANC and The Philippine millions worth of goods to uary celebrants. saloon services from head the U.S. government will Star.

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COUNTERPOINT

A.F. Soriano Ban the Gun? Word of the year for 2012 : allegedly ambushed in an on the premise that every “GUN “. As 2012 was near- isolated highway checkpoint citizen has the right to bear ing its end in December, we in Atimonan, Quezon mann- arms for their protection. were shocked by the grim ed by police and military But in the Philippines, the news of a shooting rampage authorities. However, initial criminals have become so in Newport town, Connecti- investigations showed it sophisticated in terms of cut that claimed the lives of was not an encounter be- firearms that sometimes, 26 persons including 20 kin- tween the police and sus- the police are hamstrung to dergarten kids. pected criminal elements stop them while gun owner- but reportedly a result of a ship is so rigid and expen- The lone shooter, a dis- conflict of interest in gam- sive that ordinary citizens (Continued from page 1) struction of more condos, turbed and mentally unsta- bling or Jueteng (illegal are left to fend for them- Hope and Faith for 2013 big commercial malls, casi- ble kid, used a very power- numbers game) between selves against bad elements. nos that rivals the likes of ful assault rifle to mow the two groups. on transparency or open- Macau if not Las Vegas are down his victims. In the light of all these, The victims were all pep- ness and the hallmark proof of the new found sta- should there be a gun ban, a In Manila suburb of pered with bullets with “matuwid na Daan “ (the tus of the country as an regulated gun control or Caloocan city, Stephanie Ni- some shot at close range in right path)is steering the emerging Asian financial regulated gun ownership? country to unprecedented hub. cole Ella, suddenly collapsed the head. while watching the tradi- ****** heights. The death of Nicole has trig- tional New Year’s eve fire- The peso is experiencing a gered a massive call for NOW THE GOOD NEWS: The Exorcising the age-old cor- works, a victim of a stray .45 strong showing against the stricter gun control laws if Philippines has been termed ruption in the bureaucracy caliber bullet that landed on US dollar in an all time rec- not a total gun in the Philip- as the economic success sto- and in the way of life among her head causing her death ord of P40 pesos to $1.00 US pines. In the US, President ry of the year 2012 and for Filipinos is now the priority days later. of the new administration of dollar whereas before it was Obama has announced this year might make it as President Noynoy Aquino, hovering between P45-P46. There were many cases of measures to curb or control the newest “economic stray bullet victims during gun ownership. Tiger” of Asia if trends con- the heir of democracy icons But of course much has to that new year’s eve from tinue. former president Corazon be done. There must be Guns in the wrong hands, guns that should not have C.Aquino and martyred sen- change in the politics of old improper handling or lack Proof of this recognition is been fired in the first place ator Benigno “Ninoy “trapos “to a new respon- of training are some of the word that President Noynoy but as it happens year in “Aquino. sive and action oriented dis- reasons why lives are lost Aquino will be the main and out, these senseless In one of his speeches be- cipline; a decent life for unnecessarily. speaker at the Davos, Swit- criminals chose to do so out zerland World Economic fore foreign business mo- most Filipinos in the bottom It may be or may not be a of thrill or plain “yabang” Forum which is to be at- guls and investors, he de- rung of the societal strata problem of gun or the so- grandstanding) to impress tended by major world eco- clared that the Philippines “ while at the same time, the called “culture of guns“ to friends. nomic companies, organiza- is now open for business “. issues of poverty and unem- be blamed for all these sad ployment must be given Four days later on January tions and governments. episodes but it has got to high priority. 4, 2013, the new year was Indeed, there is proof or in- stop. The forum takes place Janu- once again shattered by an- ary 23-27 and is a series of dications of all these. other news of a massacre in For instance, the Philippines There is therefore much meetings among organiza- hope yet a lot work to be Kawit, Cavite when a drug- has at least 1 million loose The more than a million tions and governments to done. But as million of dev- crazed former village official firearms which means po- OFWs or Overseas Filipino tackle important economic otees of the Black Nazarene went from house to house tentially, these can be used Workers, contribute at least world issues. that line up the annual firing at random at every- in criminal activities. a conservative $18 billion to “translacion “ (a reenact- one in sight including his According to reports, the the national economy year- Additionally, there are also ment of the transfer of the own goddaughter. The car- Philippines was 2012’s ly, spurring a frenzy of the same number of li- th original icon from its origin nage claimed the lives of world’s 44 largest econo- spending among their fami- censed firearms in the to its present location at the eight persons including the my but “ if current trends lies and pouring needed hands of civilians but these th Quiapo Basilica) all declare gunman himself who was hold, it could jump to 16 money in the local business- number can be easily traced in their affirmation, that the gunned down by respond- place by the year 2050 “. es . and checked. Filipinos never waned in ing police officers. Bilateral trade between In America, the ownership their Faith and Hope in their Canada and the Philippines The following week, 13 peo- of gun is guaranteed by the The proliferation and con- God and Country. ple, including three police constitution. This is based (Continued on page 3) and military officers were

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devastating effect of Manny participation in the numer- Galleon and Flor Vendiola, “Who would’ve thought a NEWSMAKERS 2012... Pacquiao’s humiliating 6th ous festivals from Toronto as they lead the company to panda’s meal could be a per-

(Continued from page 1) round knockout Dec.8 at the to Vancouver was seen as greater heights. hands of Juan Manuel their way of giving back to Dolphy. Filipinos were Marquez, Nonito Donaire the community. Thanks and future is ahead of her. Now deeply moved by the passing exacted redemption for Fili- congratulations to the Sen- a signed artist for Interscope of Philippines’ King of Come- Records, she had been very pino fans by disposing in ior Management of ABS-CBN dy, Rudolfo “Dolphy” busy with recording her first sensational fashion Mexican Toronto office headed by album, doing the American Quizon. The power of televi- Jorge Arce with a 3rd round Country Manager Marco Idol tour and attending so knockout in their December Amoranto and the TFC team many public appearances son’s brew?” Watch out for and commitments. She 15 title fight in Houston Tex- of Rosary Escano (Regional the surge of Bamboo Beer found time to work with as. As if replicating Marketing Specialist), Riza and Ontario-grown bamboo Apl.d.ap in a music video of Marquez’s stunning “perfect Flores (Regional Marketing “Jump In”. Jessica is set to by-products this year here punch” that forced Pacquiao Head) and Mario Marasigan have a concert in the Philip- and around the globe. pines on February 14, 2013 face flat to the canvas, (TFC Sales Manager), among at the Smart Araneta Colise- Donaire landed a vicious left others. Philippine Airlines. PAL’s um. But a much bigger feat hook to Arce’s neck, causing historic first non-stop flight Filipino Education. Three is her joining the Season 4 the Mexican legend to hit the from Manila to Toronto was cast of Fox’s hit musical se- PH universities among the sion and the silver screen canvass on his back. The ref- a clear gauge of Toronto’s ries, Glee. Her appearance best English-teaching has enabled his presence eree did not bother to count. booming Canadian-Filipino will make history as she will schools in the world – and magical aura move into be the first idol to appear on Both knockdowns, by a population, a bourgeoning Ateneo de Manila (24th), and become a staple in mil- Glee. Expect the ratings to quirk twist of fate, occurred market for business. With University of the Philippines lions of Filipino homes. For jump when she makes her one second before the end of Glee debut. “I’m proud to be (32nd) and De La Salle Uni- most of his fans, Dolphy was Filipino,” Jessica declares in versity(44th). This was de- not just an actor. He was one of her interviews. Sure- very much part of their lives. ly, Filipinos around the He made life larger than world would be proud of the internationally celebrated what it is. He was an ambas- singing sensation and our sador not just of good laughs Jess Garcia (PAL’s AVP for very own, Jessica Sanchez. but of kindness and good- Advertising) at the helm of Filipino Faith. A new Fili- will, as well. A good citizen. the preparations for the A good family man. A gen- launch and the well- the round. Both Marquez rived from a 2012 survey tleman. A role model. Truly, coordinated, loud and wide- and Donaire recorded their encompassing 600 universi- a Filipino who made waves! spread campaign, the Cana- knockout punch at 2:59 ties from 27 countries by the Janine Tugonon. Filipina dian-Filipinos felt pride in minutes of the round. Each London-based research and beauty has once again at- seeing their home country’s round lasts 3 minutes in a ratings firm Quacquarelli tracted international focus. flag carrier shown on two boxing bout. With this win Symonds(QS). This affirms huge billboards flashing at and three previous victories the Filipinos’ good com- Canada’s busiest intersec- in 2012, Donaire becomes a mand of the English lan- pino saint, San Pedro tion, Yonge-Dundas Square. strong contender for guage. Proficiency in the Calungsod, was officially “Fighter of the Year “, a pres- language has helped estab- Department of Tourism. canonized by Pope Benedict tigious plum that Pacquiao lish the country as a top lo- “It’s More Fun in the Philip- XV1 at Saint Peter’s Basilica had already garnered in past cation for international busi- pines”, is a reverberating in Vatican City on 21 Octo- years. (AFS). ness process outsourcing message heard thousands of ber 2012. firms looking to hire quali- ABS-CBN TFC. The biggest fied non-native English broadcasting network in the speakers. Philippines has made its On December 19, 2012, Miss FV Foods. The biggest Fili- presence felt in Canada. Philippines Janine Tugonon, pino food chain in Toronto The launch of “Balitang Can- a 5’9 ballet dancer and na- keeps on expanding. 2012 ada” is one of ABS-CBN tive from Bataan, finished saw the move of FV Foods TFC’s milestones in 2012. It first runner-up to Miss Uni- Bathurst retail space to a brings the news and worthy verse 2012, Olivia Culpo of miles away. It is a tagline much bigger and more visi- information closer to the Rhode Island, USA. used by Philippine Airlines growing Canadian-Filipino ble Wilson and Bathurst on billboards and much of market. The TFC Summer store. It continues to domi- Ontario Bamboo. Smooth their campaign. Not only did nate the sales of hot food, as the sound of tall, waving On November 24, 2012, Luis Caravan was very successful it promote the country. The desserts and baked goods. bamboos is the entrance of Antonio Tagle (55 years old) in bringing together Canadi- tagline elicits an equivocal Mr. Vincent Villanis (a native became the world’s 2nd an-Filipinos to see, watch message that Filipinos are of Angeles, Pampanga), a youngest cardinal. fun and among the happiest young, passionate Canadian- in the world. Filipinos are, Yearly, religious feasts all Filipino entrepreneur who indeed, making waves! over the country are cele- succeeded in becoming the brated beginning with the first producer of bamboo the feast of the Black Naza- beer in Canada. Micro- rene (Jan 9) and the Sinulog brewed in Ontario, it will Festival (3rd weekend of soon be a popular beer in January). These events Just a few days after the turn town and a fast-rising ex- draw millions of Filipinos of the new year, FV Foods port to other countries. On- and tourists. celebrated their Christmas tario Bamboo has made its pitch to feed the visiting gi- JULY 13, 2013 Nonito Donaire. World party at the soon-to-open ant Pandas when they come YONGE-DUNDAS SQUARE Boxing Association’s (WBA) 6th branch located at 2085 alent and enjoy entertaining Lawrence Ave East in Scar- to visit and stay at the To- eatures super bantamweight cham- Ilipino ourism shows that featured well- ronto Zoo this year. As the pion. As if to cushion the borough, Ontario. There’s ood rade known celebrities. Their NBC News reporter said, F T no stopping the owners, Mel

JANUARY 2013 6 MANILA FEEDBACK Azkals’ Caligdong, apl.de.ap lead 2012 TOYM awardees

Azkals vice captain Emelio ing as one of its most visible “empowering communities” “Chieffy” Caligdong, GMA-7 voices, pushing for the en- and helping needy individu- reporter Jiggy Manicad Jr., actment of national laws, als. He “bravely covers international hip-hop star educating Filipinos on herit- events that shape the land- Allan “apl.de.ap” Pineda and age preservation, among scape of our country,” noted Diwa party-list Rep. Em- others. the President. meline Aglipay on Wednes- Even so, Mr. Aquino remind- apl.de.ap, a Filipino- day led The Outstanding ed all of them that the best American member of the Young Men (TOYM) award- of their work was “still to famous United States-based ees for 2012 in ceremonies come.” band Black Eyed Peas was in Malacan ang. praised for staying close to “I am here today not merely The otherwise formal his roots, even injecting Fili- to award you, but to person- awarding ceremony at the pino culture into his songs. ally challenge you to do Rizal Hall briefly turned into In 2010, he founded the more. What I have learned a party when apl. de. ap per- Apl.de.ap foundation to as President is that no single formed “We can be any- “give back to communities person, no single entity, or thing,” “Bebot” and “Where PALACE GIG Ten Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) awardee Allan and children.” corporation, or government is the love?” whooping it up can manage the full-scale “apl.de.ap” Lindo Pineda Jr. dances and sings the songs by the Black President said with the other awardees in turnaround of this country Eyed Peas. He is joined by fellow awardees Rodrigo “Jiggy” Manicad apl.de.ap succeeds “by re- front of President Aquino solely on their own. We Jr. and one of his children, Rep. Emmeline Aglipay Yan (left), Ivan minding each of us to and guests. Henares, Abelardo Ilagan Jr., Emelio “Chieffy” Caligdong and Waren need each Filipino to do ‘practice what we preach.’” Baticados (right) in Rizal Hall in Malacañang. Watching from the their part,” Mr. Aquino said. The other TOYM awardees stage at the far end is President Aquino. LYN RILLON Aglipay, was cited as a were veterinary doctor War- He assured the awardees young legislator who suc- ren Baticados, occupational man of the 2012 board of neering work on animal dis- that he would “stay the cessfully implemented liveli- therapist Abelardo Apollo judges, was praised for cap- eases which has helped im- course” with them. hood programs for margin- David, and heritage conser- turing the public imagina- prove livestock production. alized sectors. She “has been “Together, let us start the vationist Ivan Anthony He- tion in sports. At 5’5”, he David, a member of the aca- a staunch advocate and ally New Year right…(and) show nares. “outruns and outwits even deme since 1998, was recog- for a very significant piece of our countrymen and the In his speech, the President the tallest and brawniest nized for training thousands legislature we just passed,” world just how outstanding called the awardees symbols defenders, and plays with a of advocates on good prac- Mr. Aquino said, drawing the Filipino is,” Mr. Aquino of world-class Filipinos, but lot of heart and passion.” tices and protocols on the laughter as he referred to said they have a huge work added. Baticados, an associate pro- care of Filipinos with disa- the controversial Reproduc- cut out for them. fessor of the University of bilities. tive Health and Responsible By TJ Burgonio Caligdong, in a citation read the Philippines College of Parenthood Law of 2012. Philippine Daily Inquirer Henares was hailed for by Supreme Court Associate Veterinary Medicine, was championing the cause of Manicad, was recognized as Justice Arturo Brion, chair- acknowledged for his pio- Philippine heritage by serv- a journalist who has been

UP, Ateneo, La Salle grads hired faster, paid more Why Pacquiao must by Jojo Malig, ABS-CBNNews.com avoid The Ghost

MANILA, Philippines - Of the "Big 3," UP graduates come per month of around By Recah Trinidad ther of youth basketball de- Graduates of the top 3 edu- were the fastest to find P 10,100. Philippine Daily Inquirer velopment in the country.) cational institutions in the work but were paid a

Philippines are hired faster smaller starting salary In comparison, graduates of * * * (NATIONAL SALUTE: and paid more by employ- compared to Ateneo or La other private sectarian uni- Here’s hoping they had of- DAMAGED or not damaged, ers, according to the Na- Salle graduates. versities spent almost 4 fered a prayer for Gonzalo the popular clamor remains tional Statistical Coordina- months looking for work “Lito” Puyat, two-time pres- that Manny Pacquiao must tion Board (NSCB). UP graduates only waited and got a mean income of ident of the International be made to box again. an average of 1.8 month to P8,388. Basketball Federation How soon? (Fiba) in yesterday’s start of Graduates of private non- PBA Philippine Cup Finals “It doesn’t matter, but it sectarian schools, mean- at the Smart-Araneta Colise- must be against Juan Ma- while, spent 4.4 months um. Here’s also hoping au- nuel Marquez right away,” looking for work and had a thorities would find it apt to cries trader and Filipino- mean income of just 8,202. have flags in major basket- Chinese intellectual Peter

ball institutions, like the Tanyao, a Pacquiao devotee Meanwhile, graduates of Samahang Basketbol ng Pili- who’s endlessly perplexed local colleges and universi- pinas and the Philippine how his idol could’ve lost ties, other state universi- Basketball Association, his last fight. ties, and non-profit educa- flown at half-mast in honor tional institutions spent as Trainer Freddie Roach had of this fiery and dedicated much as an average of 6 said that if Pacquiao should sportsman who never wa- months looking for work fight again, it must not be vered in his clamor for the and were paid far less than earlier than September. establishment of a national The NSCB, in a new report find work and had a mean graduates of the "Big 3" Pacquiao promoter Bob Ar- sports ministry, cabinet lev- citing a Graduate Tracer income per month of a little schools. um has given his nod but, el. Puyat, 79, was instru- Study made by the Commis- over P9,700. before everything else, he mental in crafting the bill sion on Higher Education NSCB Secretary General insisted Pacquiao must have that created the Philippine (CHED), said graduates of De La Salle graduates ac- Jose Ramon Albert cited the a more thorough head Sports Commission and had the University of the Philip- tively looked for a job for 1999 CHED data in his re- check in the United States. seen the Philippine national pines, Ateneo de Manila an average of 2.4 months port released Friday on basketball team through * * * University, and De La Salle but got a mean income per whether education is in memorable participations Meanwhile, Pacquiao him- University have a signifi- month of almost P11,900. sync with the country's la- in the 1972 Munich Olym- self has said he wanted to cant head start in their ca- bor conditions and needs. pics and the 1974 World see action as early as April, if reers compared to gradu- Ateneo graduates, mean- Basketball Championship in possible. ates of other colleges and while, spend an average of "The 1999 GTS suggests Puerto Rico. He was the fa- Well, it’s too early to make a universities nationwide. 2.9 months looking for that graduates from the work and had a mean in- (Continued on page 8) (Continued on page 18)

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The Redemptorist Mary, Mother of God Numbers 6:22-27; Galatians 4: 4-7; Luke 2:16-21 Santo Arrigo, C.Ss.R

today, with all its good and go of the baby and watch She treasured the gift of God the hopes of this coming bad. She is an ordinary hu- them grow to adulthood. resting in her arms. A mys- year, a year for peace, let’s man being whom God tery indeed. But something not dwell on the past, God That is something which t’s the most wonderful reached out to, in order to as real as you and me. doesn’t. Let’s look forward Mary had to do, not only to time of the year to embrace humanity. She may to the peace that God contin- nurture Jesus in his growing, Ponder this year the mys- make and break resolu- be an ordinary person, but ues to bring to birth in us, but eventually let him go his tery of who you are. Who tions. The need to she did an extraordinary just as God did through way to make a future for Christ is for you this year. Imake those resolutions have thing. Mary, who so graciously and himself a future in line with Ponder the great mystery of been tugging at our hearts lovingly raised up a son who Both Matthew and Luke his father’s will. Jesus is how you and I are connect- for months, and for some calls each one of us his sis- open their Gospels celebrat- Mary’s son. He is her own, ed, how we connect with our the last few weeks. Like, ters and brothers to live a ing how God visits his peo- but not her own. He belongs brothers and sisters around taking more time to take life of grace. ple in the birth of Jesus. to her, but also to many. us. Perhaps one of our reso- care of ourselves. More ex- Mary, a young Jewish girl is Mary has to do what God, lutions to ponder is to find ercise. Less food. There’s National Shrine of our chosen to be the mother of the Father did let go of his time to ponder to be in that short fuse that gave Mother of Perpetual Help the Son of God. There is no Son. And that is what Mary God’s presence for a little bit everybody in the family suggestion that Mary is does. She does not anxious- each day and engage our- their “on-edge” Christmas. St. Patrick’s Catholic Church longing and praying for a ly clutch Jesus to herself, but selves in conversation with Whatever the resolution, 131 McCaul St, Toronto child of her own. There is gives him to us. She asks us Jesus discovering, as the we’ve spent a lot of time no suggestion that Mary, like to do what she does. Share Shepherds, the meaning of pondering what to do. Sarah and Elizabeth, is old Jesus with everyone. Give who he is now for you, as Pondering…our Gospel to- and barren. Mary is young Him as good news of life to Messiah and Lord. day shares with us that and a virgin. others. Mary pondered in her heart Mary is our model of ac- But just as old age and being Mary is the first among us, ceptance and of being used all that had taken place. She barren are no barriers to the human beings, who accept- by the Lord for the good of treasured and pondered all plan of God, neither is youth ed the word of God in her humanity and the world. that had taken place in those or virginity. For as we hear life and received Jesus. She How can we be the same. days. The birth of her in the story, nothing is im- is the first Christian, the child…the shepherds’ tale of This (January 1st) is also the possible for God. First Disciple. As we gather angels proclaiming to them World Day of Prayer for today, on this beginning of the good news that their In being the mother of Jesus, Peace; a day where we join the new year, we turn to Saviour had been born...the Mary does the same things our Christian brothers and Mary as our mother, Our Messiah...the Lord. Imagine as any mother, nurturing sisters in asking God to Mother of Perpetual Help, hearing these definitions of within her womb the great grant peace into our hearts mindful of her intercession your child being told to you. development of a little child and the hearts of all people. for us and for our world. (416) 598-3269 It would leave us speechless. taking shape. Another hu- Our salvation has come Mary took it all in and treas- man being is formed in the Mary’s pondering of the among us to free us from sin Mass and Devotions ures all these things and mother’s body, but the events of those days is an and call us to life. Let us Wednesday: 7:30am, ponders them in her heart. mother can never keep the image for us that might pray for peace to reign once 9:30am, 12noon, 2:30pm, child within her. But Moth- bring us closer and deeper Mary is just an ordinary more. 5:05pm & 7:00pm erhood not only means hav- into our need to make reso- woman, living in ordinary ing a baby, but also letting lutions as this year begins. times. Very similar times as As we continue to ponder

Cop of T Youth team puts police through paces PC Renato Valdez

olice and young The O’Connor team had active on the courts to show- people became fast earned the chance to play case their talent and passion friends on the hard the officers after winning for basketball,” Chen said. court recently in the 54 Division Youth Bas- P East York. ketball League. “The outcome of this pro- gram will not only benefit S/Insp. Peter Yuen played “This team is comprised of the participants but also the and coached the police very talented and active bas- community at large. We will Flemo Falcons team against ketball players and has the definitely do this program the O’Connor Community potential to be professional again for the coming year.” Centre kids, at the Dec. 13 players,” Valdez said. Com- friendly game. munity Response Unit Const. If you need more infor- Dennis Chen organized the mation, or if you want to “Any time the police have a league, sponsored by ProAc- participate in future youth chance to interact with tion Cops & Kids and initiatives, please contact youth in the community, it’s Jumpstart. Const. Dennis Chen an opportunity to strength- at 416-808-5400 or en the relationship, and con- “We started a Youth Basket- [email protected] tinue to build trust,” Yuen officers by their names, and Neighborhood Resource Of- ball League in our priority said. “It means a lot to me that they respect each other. ficer Const. Renato Valdez communities in an effort to and the community when Both teams competed hard, said the kids proved tough keep the youth off the we see the kids knowing our and had a great deal of fun.” competitors. streets, out of trouble and JULY 13, 2013: FILIPINOS MAKING WAVES FESTIVAL AT YONGE-DUNDAS SQUARE NOW ACCEPTING SPONSORSHIPS AND VENDORS FOR THIS BIG EVENT EMAIL US AT WWW.FILIPINOSMAKINGWAVES.COM

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YOUTH WAVES YOUTH WAVES 2013 PLANNING UNDER WAY!

Ron Ligaya, Creative Director

Hello everyone and Happy away any of my plans just ists available. New Year to you and yours! yet but just know the team If you have any suggestions I hope all our readers had a is planning on a much big- on artists or want to audi- safe and fun holiday season. ger show than the years pri- tion for the show, please Welcome to 2013 and the or. send your bio’s and perfor- planning for this year’s To all our fans, we would mance videos to Youth Waves Concert Festi- like to take the time to [[email protected]]. val is heavily under way. thank you for your support *Serious inquiries only For someone like me, annu- since 2007. It’s been amaz- please. al events don’t get easier ing every year and we are There will be updates in this over time but just that much doing everything we can to monthly column and on our harder when you’re trying give you what you want to website to introduce new and The youth flocked to the CNE Queen Elizabeth Theatre to watch the see. (www.youthwavesfestival.com) groundbreaking concepts as Youth Waves 2012 concert that featured amazing performances by There is so much talent out , so please stay tuned. well as maintaining any cur- Tori Kelly, Jenny Suk, Jeff Bernat, Mitchell Grey Band and Toronto’s there and we are looking to rent ones too. I can’t give Till next time. very own D-Pryde. shine a light on the best art-

UP, ATENEO, LA SALLE … programs, he said. Festival to showcase Pinoy genius, creativity (Continued from page 6) In comparision, Bureau of Yahoo News! By Kim Arveen Patria | Yahoo! Southeast Asia Newsroom Labor Employment Statis- tics (BLES) data indicate three premier HEIs in the that the top 3 "hard-to-fill" country, namely, the Univer- job vacancies from January sity of the Philippines, De La 2009 to June 2010 include Salle University, and Ateneo accountants and auditors, de Manila University, have electronics and communica- triple plus points: lower tions engineers, and sys- waiting time to join the job tems analysts and design- market from the time of ers. graduation; higher employ- ment rates; and higher in- "The top 3 reasons why va- come," he said. cancies are hard to fill were: 1) applicants lack needed "About half of the respond- competency/skill; 2) appli- ents to the study land jobs Yes, there are heroes among Lopez as well as Occupy Contrasting this with cants expect a high salary; within 6 months after grad- us. (The Philippine flag; File Wall Street advocate Seth "ningning", which means and 3) applicants lack years uation, and about one per- photo by NPPA Images) Jordan. "glitter" or "false light," fes- of experience," he ex- cent of them do not have Pinoy genius, talent and cre- tival organizers noted that plained. jobs even 2 years after their ativity will take center stage Several other leaders from Filipino heroes understand He said this jibes with the in a new local festival that is non-government, scientific, "the importance of creating graduation," he added. CHED's 1999 GTS that seen to lift hopes in typhoon artist, business and media a new nation on the basis of "Chief among the reported shows jobless college gradu- -battered Mindanao. organizations both from the profound inner change." reasons why the college ates seem to be "choosy" in Philippines and abroad will graduates surveyed for the seeking jobs. Individuals and groups con- also be featured in the festi- "'[L]iwanag" can be inter- 1999 GTS find difficulty get- Albert said 2 in 5 unem- sidered "social entrepre- val. preted to mean a profound ting jobs are lack of job op- neurs" are set to converge in form of creativity. Without ployed graduate say they portunities, and unsatisfac- are jobless because of the Davao City on Jan. 29 to Feb. "The Philippines and the creativity, sustainability tory salaries or opportuni- 2 for "Liwanag: World Festi- world have the talent and would not be possible," they following reasons: there is ties for advancement in no job opening in field of val on Creativity and Sus- the smarts to create a world said on the festival website. jobs," Albert said. tainability." of promise, excitement, and specialization; no interest in getting a job; starting pay is prosperity," Perlas said. The festival will be spear- He raised the need to con- "Never before has such a headed by a global network low; and, no job opening duct a new GTS to deter- within the vicinity of resi- large array of inspiring and This, as he noted that Liwa- called "Movement of Imagi- mine if supply from higher dynamic speakers and art- nag will showcase "brilliant, nals for Sustainable Socie- dence. education meets the de- ists been brought together heart-centered initiatives in ties Through Initiatives, Or- mands of the labor market. "The GTS clearly has a in one event," said festival all dimensions of sustaina- ganizing, and Networking." wealth of information that director and former Presi- bility: ecological, economic, 'Choosy graduates' are useful in designing poli- dential aspirant Nicanor cultural, political, societal, "'Imaginals'", the Liwanag Citing a 2006-2011 set of cies that put education in Perlas. human, and spiritual." festival said, refer to indi- data from the Labor Force sync with employment," he viduals who "walk the talk Survey (LFS) conducted by said.

These include Gawad Kalin- The festival's name and establish initiatives in the National Statistics Of- ga founcer Tony Meloto, "liwanag" is the Filipino pursuit of sustainable socie- Albert told ABS- fice, Albert said college CBNNews.com they are still businesswoman and envi- word for "light." ties." graduates account for at ronment advocate Gina waiting for the results of a least 18 percent of the total new 2012 GTS that was unemployed in the country. commissioned to DLSU. Most of the college gradu- ates who are not working "The CHED appears to have earned degrees on medical conducted the GTS last year, courses, trade, craft and in- and I look forward to exam- dustrial programs, engi- ining the results," he said. neering and architectural

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JANUARY 2013 9 PEOPLE. PLACES. EVENTS. Filipino-Canadians, among the recipients of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal

Former Niagara-on-the-Lake Lord Mayor Arturo T. Viola is awarded with the Dia- mond Jubilee Medal by MPP Kim Craitor (left) and Regional chair Gary Burroughs Maria Guiao, a strong proponent of the Filipino-Canadian community, receives the Queen’s 60th Diamond Jubilee Medal from the Hon. Joe Oliver in recogni- (right) . Viola was a long-serving and popular politician and was recognized for tion for her contributions to Canada. the many years he volunteered for many community organizations. In his retire- ment from politics, Viola continues to help and serve the community. Apl.d.ap gives back to the school children of Cagayan de Oro

Talk about a Filipino who Peas, donated 10 million Apl is grateful for the op- Apl.d.ap, with the Black never forgets his roots pesos to the students of an portunity given to him Eyed Peas, is idolized by even at the height of his elementary school in Caga- when, as a child, he lived fans when on stage but group’s worldwide popu- yan de Oro, a learning cen- in the US and had a decent what he gave to these chil- larity. tre hardly hit by typhoon life. That’s why it is im- dren is truly, a caring and “Sendong”. The money portant to him to give back noble act off stage. Apl.d.ap, member of the will be used to rebuild the and help the kids. famous group Black Eyed school.

Until December 31, 2012

JANUARY 2013 10 THE COMMUNITY FV Foods Annual Christmas Party Rizal Scarborough Chapter to celebrate 21st anniversary The Scarborough Chapter of The Order of the Knights of Rizal will celebrate its 21st anniversary on April 20, 2013, Saturday, at the Ellesmere Community Centre located at 20 Canadian Road, Scarborough, Ontario. According to Sir Manny Yanga (right) Chap- ter Commander of The Order of the Knights of Rizal, Scar- borough, the venue of the cele- bration is at the corner of War- den Avenue & Ellesmere Road, Scarborough just at the back of CostCo. The occasion will be highlighted by a dinner- dance Hawaiian Style. The Rizal FV Foods. Fun shots Flor Vediola, Mel Galleon and staff during their Christmas Party held at the new- est, soon-to-open location at 2085 Lawrence Ave, Scarborough. Scarborough Chapter has the support of the different Chap- ters of The Order of the Knights of Rizal, Canada Region headed by Regional Commander Sir George Poblete. Dindo Orbeso, St. Jamestown News Service

The Wilson-Bathurst store “Gangnam Style” team poses with Flor and Mel after their very enter- taining presentation.

Members and officers of CPBC [Canada Philippines Business Council] joined a Chinese delegation during China Import and Export Fair held at Sheraton Parkway Hotel, Richmond Hill. Marlou Tiro

Marissa Fajardo, Marketing Director/Owner of Estilo Royale (right) was on hand to support her marketing team during Paskuhan sa Toronto event hosted by TFC and Tahanan maga- zine. Photo by Waves

Consul-General Junever-Mahilum West congratulates senior citizen Natividad de la Cruz and CONGREGATION OF FJCC - Photo shows Pastor Teck Uy (standing 4th from left end row), head of her daughter Ms.Imelda De La Cruz after a simple swearing-in ceremony for dual citizenship at the Congregation of Jesus Christ Canada (FJCC) as he introduced the Praise Team Leaders and the Eglinton avenue Philippine consular office recently. The consul general also reported that Sub-Leaders during their worship service of the first Sunday of year 2013. Romy Zetazate, St. there was a substantial number of turnout of absentee voters registrants for the coming May Jamestown News Service 2013 local elections .

JANUARY 2013 11 Lifestyle Filipino couture shines on Golden Globes red carpet

By Larry Leviste Philippine Daily Inquirer An estimated 20 million viewers claimed Vergara to Ryan Seacrest, the soft-spoken and humble Cinco. his work that shows originality and saw Sofia Vergara’s caviar beaded as her towering sexual presence labor-intensive cutting and finish- Next week you can watch Cinco on strapless gown make Philippine sent a shout-out to the world that ing. He has good taste and restraint Star World, where he is the guest fashion history last Monday at the Filipino fashion design had finally a red carpet often full of porn cou- judge and featured designer in 70th Golden Globe Awards. arrived in Hollywood. An hour after ture. “Asia’s Next Top Model,” with Andre Dubai-based designer Michael Cinco she red-carpeted on cable, 500 Leon Talley and Nigel Barker. Cinco Cinco has also made a special gown created the $10,000 black two-ply tweets a minute confirmed its was highly recommended by Tyra for Lady Gaga that she wore last silk tulle gown encrusted with flat knockout success. Banks. This is a franchise, and week, along with outfits for Britney sequins, which took 100 man-hours High fashion in a garbage dump. Banks is not the producer. Spears for her new music video and to embellish. Only Michael Cinco’s masterpiece costumes for Chris Brown, through “Before that, I did ‘America’s Next can cut it for “America’sNext Top top celebrity stylist Paris Libby. Top Model’ for two seasons with Model.” Nigel Barker, Jay Manuel, Jay Alex- Where does Michael Cinco go from Personally, I liked it, because it ander and Andre Leon Talley. For here? Rumors are circulating that looked comfortable yet Old Holly- Cycle 16, ANTM asked me to do a he is doing costumes for a hush- wood glamorous. It was a perfect fit, like Vergara was poured into the gown. She looked happy, too.

It was Facebook that got me hooked up with my partner in Los Angeles, Antonio Esteban, who runs Style PR, with a showroom in Beverly Hills that works closely with top stylists, especially during awards season,” said Michael in a phone patch PDI exclusive interview.

“Esteban saw some of my designs, so he sent me a PM on Facebook, Cinco reinvents Britney Spears’ midsection and that’s what got the ball rolling. in her latest music video with Will.i.am. Next thing, we were talking, and from my 2013 couture collection, I collection for a landfill shoot in LA. Sofia Vergara flauntsMichael Cinco’s sent cocktail dresses and long Then for the next season, Cycle 17 gown—a photo that went viral. gowns. All-Star, ANTM flew me to Greece to Early morning call do all the dresses for Motion Edito- Lady Gaga, shown with boyfriend Taylor Vergara, with her beauty queen Kinney, in her own Cinco gown “Now, Style LA exclusively handles rial shoots and the final runway stance and Colombian energy, show,” said Cinco about his entry me in celebrity placements and rep- hush Hollywood movie right now. placed third in the Best Dressed List into the televised fashion reality resents my work exclusively in the Also, the producer of E! News has by People Magazine, and consistent- show. US. called him that the stylist of Cate ly in the Top Five Choices in many countries’ broadsheets and blog “An early morning call woke me up Cinco, who is always in wraparound Blanchett is interested to see his sites, including Yahoo!, E! News, NY last Monday, and Esteban broke the sunglasses, took them off for the TV gowns for the Oscars on Feb. 24. show, revealing a sweet-faced Fili- Times, the Examiner and the Holly- great news. It’s only now, with all For this Filipino talent, the yellow pino who has been fast-tracked to wood Reporter. the attention that dress is generat- brick road to the Oscars is paved fashion superstardom. Check out ing, that I realize it’s a special mo- with good intentions and beautiful “It’s by Michael Cinco, he’s a new the photos of his incredible designs ment in my career. I thank God for show-stopping gowns that get the designer for me, I usually stay away that border on the surreal, inspired this opportunity and I promise to green light. from black but when I saw it and by mid-century Parisian couture. put it on, it was amazing,” pro- bring other Filipino designers to our Beverly Hills showroom,” said Here is photographic evidence of Photos courtesy of MICHAEL CINCO It’s More “Food” in the Philippines

A visit to the Philippines is A dizzying array of restos, Peking Duck effect. The idea guan (yes cooked dried dinu- not only a visual feast of cafes, bistros, banquet halls came from Mesa restaurant guan). (AFS) splendid and exotic places or even simple like Palawan or Bohol or Bo- pedestrian or racay. mobile eating carts will cater to the gastro- nomic needs of every tour- ist or visitor.

Each visit to the Philip- pines, one find North American flavours, new discover- Pinoys are no strangers to ies or food the culinary delights of the novelties may world. it be fusion or traditional. From its wealth of influences From the standard fried dating back to their chicken to the Spanish Paella Photos show a take off from in Makati's Greenbelt 5. "consquistadores ", the con- or callos, the Italian pastas, the traditional lechon. this stant but extensive contacts steaks,tandoori , chicken ma- time, a lechon de leche or Other new foodie discoveries All photos taken by Lek O.Soriano from the era of the Galleon sala, the Greek Spanakopita, suckling pig whose crisp skin include the Sinigang Rice during his recent trip to the Philip- Trade, to the Chinese and or Hungarian goulash, the and meat was wrapped in (fried rice cooked in sinigang pines. Watch out for more in the next issue. Indo-Malay and the modern Pinoys have it. pandan leaf to simulate a broth) and the crispy Dinu-

JANUARY 2013 12 THE COMMUNITY

The energetic Jam Rodriguez of Body Bliss (left) and TV director Rei Ching of Brunch TV (seated centre), find time from their hectic schedules to enjoy a night out with friends over a sumptuous lobster dinner during the Christmas holidays. Photo by Waves Lola Tess Cusipag’s precious “little rascal”, 2yr old Tristan, is the youngest son of Michael and Melissa.

The Mendoza Family hosted and celebrated Christmas Day with matriarch, Gloria Mendoza at their Pickering home. Mama Gloria Mendoza (2nd left) with the Suzara women of Cebu City: Cynthia, Suzara Lagac, Onette Lagac Mendoza and Evelyn Suzara Carlos. Nancy and Tony Boy (center) with their children (L-R): Chloe, Jade, Cole and Myles.

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Teaching with Care and Confidence

On a visit to the North American portant fact that NASIT's founders School of Information Technology and directors share a combined 60 (NASIT), it became apparent to us years of experience in the health why NASIT has become one of the care field plus a wealth of network fastest growing private career col- in the government agencies, such as leges in the GTA. It was upon invi- the Citizenship and Immigration, to tation that we met with the very assist in reaching their goal of a re- amiable founders and directors warding career for their gradu- of NASIT, Leila Chong, RN and Linda ates. A "must-haves" for anyone Ng, RN (see photo), who gave us a who wants to be educated and tour of the school and happily intro- trained the Canadian way. The two women directors and administrators of NASIT are Leila Chong, RN and Lindo Ng, RN, duced us to the dynamic personali- with school instructors Parveer Singh (IT) and Ron Bartley (Crisis Prevention Intervention). NASIT offers courses to obtain your ties from the different community Diploma in Business Administra- agencies who were present during tion, Personal Support Worker, IT, our visit. Early Childhood course, and Net- We immediately recognized how work Administration. In addi- this particular school stood out tion, NASIT also offers Certificate amongst the other private career courses in CPR/First Aid, Crisis Pre- centres in Toronto which we had vention Intervention, Assisting visited in the past. Several reasons Medicaion, ESL/EFL, among oth- played out in our inquiring minds, ers. NASIT is conveniently located but what really became significant in the heart of Scarborough at 2500 are facts that we discovered during Lawrence Ave., E. - Suite 206, To- our tour of the school and these are, ronto (Lawrence and Kennedy). to name a few are, first, NASIT's dy- namic team of school directors and very knowledgeable teaching staff; For more information on how to obtain secondly, a strong multicultural your diploma and/or certificates at NASIT, pleas call makeup of its student body; thirdly, the school's well-equipped and spa- (416) 335-6178 cious classrooms which give each student enough private space, and someone is always available to assist you. among others. What impressed us most is the im- Visit www.nasit.com.

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Dr. Benilda I. Sunga Dr. Lilian Chan Dr. Daniel Lee Dr. Zahra Hosseini

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JANUARY 2013 17 TOURISM Chinese New Year Drangon and Lion Dance. There is 2. Make sure there are healthy, pref- 4. Pomelos, oranges & pineapples a parade of dancing lions or a drag- erably blooming, plants around the The most popular fruit during Chi- in the Philippines on in the Binondo district of Manila house. They symbolize life and re- nese New Year is mandarin oranges (the primary Chinatown) and even newal. or tangerines because of their round In the Philippines, a Tsinoy is a Fili- in a few other cities in the Philip- shapes and golden color. Because 3. Settle all debts. You must not owe pino of Chinese heritage. It is a com- pines where there is a sizable Chi- oranges were not widely grown in anyone money. bination of "Tsino" meaning Chinese nese presence. the Philippines and were only im- and the slang word "Pinoy" meaning 4. Thoroughly clean the house be- ported in recent decades, suha (the Filipino. (The term Intsik has fallen The lion's head is large and has a fore the first day of the year. local pomelo, sort of like a large out of favor.) body of long, colorful fabric. Dancers grapefruit with a very thick rind) 5. Get a haircut and wear new must be strong in holding it up and clothes. has became the Philippine fruit that skillful in manipulating it in an ani- one gives away or serves to visitors mated way. Homeowners leave ang during the Chinese New Year sea- pao on top of their entrance gates or Top 10 Chinese son. As for the pineapple, it resem- hang it by their door for the lion bles the word for "prosperity" in dancers to pick up while dancing in New Year Food Hokkien, the Chinese language of costume. most Tsinoys. in the Philippines 5. Boiled dumplings are served Filipino Food - Holiday Food because luck is symbolically wrapped inside. And the shape of certain dumplings is reminiscent of 1. Tikoy is the most popular treat the shape of gold ingots in ancient during Lunar New Year festivities in China. . the Philippines, as iconic as the Chi- 6. Hopia is a pastry usually filled nese New Year's cake nian gao is in with a sweet paste of mung bean. There has been a significant Chinese other countries. In fact, tikoy is said The most popular shape is round presence in the Philippines even be- to be based on the nian gao of south- and anything round is considered a fore the Spaniards arrived in the ern China from where Fukienese symbol of good fortune among the 15th century. Chinese Filipinos cur- immigrants to the Philippines came. Chinese. It is like a small, humble rently number four million, making It is made from sticky or glutinous version of moon cakes that the Chi- up five percent of the Philippine rice which is ground into flour and nese serve during the mid-Autumn then mixed with lard, water and population. festival. sugar. Using white sugar produces 7. Lumpia are spring rolls or egg How can you tell if it's a dragon or a white tikoy and using brown sugar Chinese Filipinos celebrate the Lu- lion that's dancing? The dragon has rolls that Fukien Chinese immi- nar New Year in January or Febru- produces brown tikoy . Other popu- grants brought to the Philippines a longer body and is controlled by lar flavors include green pandan and ary. It is not an official holiday in the eight or more people. Its body is and Indonesia. . Philippines, but students in Chinese purple ube . 8. Vegetables. Although most Chi- propped up with poles. The lion has Even non-Chinese Filipinos buy schools are let out early. four legs (two dancers — one in nese Filipinos are of Christian faith, tikoy in boxes during this time of Buddhism retains influence in their charge of the head and the other of year to give to business associates. Chinese-Filiino Traditions Associ- the tail end). The dancer in front culture, and it is a Buddhist belief ated with the Lunar New Year. Store-bought tikoy is chilled in the that you are cleansed by eating who holds the lion's head can make refrigerator to make it easy to slice The food most fondly looked for- its ear wiggle and blink its eyes. He's green vegetables. into small pieces. The tikoy slices 9. Sweets. Kids love chocolate gold ward to during Chinese New Year in the one in charge of picking up are dipped in a bowl of beaten eggs the Philippines is tikoy, a treat the ang pao. coins with their shiny foil wrappers. and then fried in oil. Here is a pic- Candy and other sweet things such made from sticky rice. You can buy ture of the finished product. it from stores only at this time of the Chinese Greeting. In the Hokkien as dried fruit and candied lotus root Tikoy is sweet and sticky enough to are given in a traditional Chinese year (January and February) but language that most Chinese Filipinos keep the Kitchen God's mouth shut. don't forget that you have to cook it speak, the Chinese New Year greet- box or tray. The "Tray of Together- Offering tikoy keeps him from say- ness" is octagon-shaped and has first before eating! ing is Kiong Hee Huat Tsai. To com- ing anything bad about you. pare, the Cantonese version domi- eight compartments. Eight is consid- 2. Pansit. Uncut noodles are served ered the luckiest number by the Chi- Red Envelopes. Red is considered nant in Hong Kong is Kung Hei Fat for long life. The two favorite noodle the luckiest color and everyone tries Choi and the Mandarin is Gong Xi Fa nese. dishes during the Chinese New Year 10. Peanuts and Seeds. Cooked to dress in it and have red things all Cai. It means "Congratulations and in the Philippines are: pancit bihon around. Children expect to receive Be Prosperous." sunflower and pumpkin seeds are and pancit canton. among the food items that are in- fresh peso bills inside bright red en- How to prepare for Chinese New 3. Whole fish. To invite wealth and velopes on which are written Chi- cluded in the the compartments of Year: happiness in the upcoming year, the traditional Chinese New Year nese characters. They are dishes are served that are homo- called hong bao in Mandarin or ang 1. Decorate house doors with red tray. Melon seeds are dyed red to phones for words that signify good symbolize good luck. pao in Hokkien, the language used scrolls on which Chinese characters fortune. For example, the Chinese by Chinese Filipinos. are written and hang up red paper word for "fish" sounds like the word lanterns. "surplus" as in a surplus of weath. retirees, including discounts and among the 22 countries in this crite- bly low monthly premiums," it other perks. rion. added. PH among world's top retirement These include real estate, retire- It scored lowest in the special bene- Ecuador was followed by Panama ment benefits, cost of living, ease of fits area, getting the lowest score in (89 points), Malaysia, (87.6 destinations the list (57 points). Spain and Thai- points), Mexico (85.1 points), Cos- land got the same score. ta Rica (84.4 points). Not only is the Philippines more fun "Among the top retirement spots in for young tourists looking for ad- the world this year, you'll find great "Each destination is desirable in its venture but also for foreign retirees variety in the cultural offerings, cli- own way, but they all offer some- seeking refuge for old age. mates and lifestyles," the website thing increasingly hard to come by at home: A good quality of life for The country has been ranked 15th said. a reasonable price," the website out of 22 of the "World's Top Re- Ecuador sat on top of the list, with a tirement Havens in 2013" released said. score of 91.9 points. Puerto Gallera. Photo:Lek Soriano by Ireland-based website Interna- It noted, however, that "no tional Living. integration, entertainment and "Ecuador's major cities have top 'formula' can spit out the name of The ranking grew from only 19 amenities, health care, retirement notch hospitals, clinics and well- the place that's just right for you." countries in the previous list, which infrastructure and climate. trained physicians," the website Retirees should consider what's did not include the Philippines. The Philippines' highest perfor- said. most important to them, "maybe mance was in terms of cost of living The Philippines got a score of 79.5 "All residents are eligible to partic- climate, maybe language, maybe (100 points). It ranked highest point in the Retirement Index, ipate in the country’s Social Secu- cost, maybe distance from home," based on eight categories crucial for rity health care system for incredi- it added.

JANUARY 2013 18

Young Filipino-American Donaire to face Rigondeaux in April: report making waves in Basketball MANILA, Philippines – Four- tle on April 27. this led to the reported division champion Nonito matchup between the Donaire earlier said he Donaire Jr. will be pitted “Filipino Flash” and At 16 years old, 6-foot-1 court vision has been wanted to fight undefeated against WBA super bantam- Rigondeaux. Sedrick Barefield, a sopho- spreading in the Philippines, WBC champion Abner weight king Guillermo more from Corona Centen- a country where basketball Mares. Donaire is coming off a spec- Rigondeaux sometime in nial HS, in the city of Coro- is the number 1 sport. tacular third-round knock- April, according to an online But Mares fights under na,California , is gaining Many believe that with his out over Mexican superstar report. Golden Boy Promotions, sharp passing, scoring skills Jorge Arce last December. which is a direct competitor and a sheer determination Philboxing’s Ronnie Na- of Donaire’s handler, Top to hone his skills, it won’t be thanielsz reported that Rigondeaux, meanwhile, Rank Inc. long before this bright WBO super bantamweight won a unanimous decision young star makes his debut champion Donaire will be Cuba’s Rigondeaux, on the over Roberto Marroquin last in the NBA. given the opportunity to go other hand, is also under September. after Rigondeaux’s WBA ti- contract with Top Rank and Though graduating from ABS-CBNnews.com high school is not until 2015, a deluge of invitations to help make a choice and easily demolish him, be- * * * has already poured in from prevent another monumen- cause Rios has “no defense Andales put $500 on under- well-known colleges and tal national heartache. and is tailored for Manny.” universities of the US NCAA dog Marquez and collected league. * * * * * * $1,200.

Barefield is aware of the The Pacman must make So who’s Mr. Andales? He continued to explain: “If

pride that he would bestow sure he avoids The Ghost? you noticed Marquez was The ghost of Juan Manuel It would help to run this the only pure boxer among the Filipinos if he makes it message he sent to the In- much attention in the bas- to the NBA. “If I make it that Marquez? Manny’s opponents, all the quirer last Dec. 4, four day’s others were pure sluggers ketball courts. Regarded as far, it would be a great hon- “No, Robert ‘The Ghost’ before Pacquiao fourth en- who stood in front and were one of the best point guards our. I love my culture,” as Guerrero,” cries internation- counter with Marquez. either knocked out or re- in high school basketball in Sedrick declared in a news al boxing correspondent An- interview. “If Manny will be extremely tired by Manny.” the US, Sedrick was easily thony Andales. aggressive as they plan to detected in the radius of A FilAm NBA superstar? Anyway, after his latest text do, he might get knocked basketball talent recruiters. Not a long shot for this fine, The US-based aeronautics message, Andales was asked down, or even stopped. young FilAm basketball tal- engineer says Manny whether he noticed News about Sedrick’s excel- Marquez has mastered ent. (MT) Pacquiao would “really be Pacquiao could still hit hard- lent ball handling and great Manny’s style, kabisado na.” Brenda (brain-damaged) if but could no longer take a he decides to face Guerrero.” He added: “In each of their big punch. (Continued from page 6) was not even on top of the list in that raffle that deter- Why? last three fights, Marquez “Well, they can do some- WHY PACQUIAO must avoid... mined Pacquiao’s foe fol- continued to improve, while thing about that,” he said. lowing his controversial loss “Guerrero is a master boxer Pacquiao declined. If we are pick who Pacman must face to the unbeaten Timothy who thrives on craft and to graph the performance, I How? science,” he explains.” A per- expect Marquez to have a after having suffered a Bradley last June. “They should take out Fred- fect match for Pacquiao is decision or late KO. Espe- shocking lights-out knock- die Roach or they could give Looking for the possible Brandon Rios, a certified cially now when Manny’s out against Marquez in Las him an assistant who can next foe, this reporter has slugger.” heart is not for boxing any- Vegas early last month. teach Pacquiao decent de- turned to someone we’ve more.” fense.” Do remember that Marquez deemed competent enough Andales says Pacquiao can Underwater Hockey: Philippines’ Fastest Growing Water Sport

In 1979, the president of a Clubs and International international competition for diving capability. It is played effectively, and all those will- dive shop in Manila named Tournaments the first time in 1995. The on the bottom of a swimming ing to try are welcome. Typi- Dive Asia, read an article group returned the following pool by two teams of six. cally, members come from Exposure was not limited to about underwater hockey in year to have its Mixed Divi- Players wear fins, mask, different areas of sports such Metro Manila. The group's a World Underwater Federa- sion entry streak to a re- snorkel, a protective glove, as divers, mountaineers, row- enthusiasm for underwater tion (CMAS) magazine. After markable Fourth Place finish ear guards and headgear. ing teams, triathletes, swim- hockey has brought some inquiring and receiving infor- amidst a dozen other teams Success (scoring) ultimately mers and other sports enthu- PUHC members to places like mation about game rules and at the 1996 PCCs in Fremont, depends on teamwork, since siasts-wannabe. Underwater Cebu, Angeles, Bacolod and equipment, their first under- California. By the 1997 PCCs no single person can hold hockey in the Philippines in- Quezon. By October 1998, the water game was held in the in Hawaii, the Philippine their breath that long. cludes people of all ages & first PUHC Affiliate, the Baco- shop's own pool in 1980. It Mixed Team has advanced to shapes. Underwater hockey lod Underwater Hockey reached the dive club at the the Second Place. Underwater hockey is a game is played 4 times a week Team was inducted into the University of the Philippines, of teamwork and strategy. (Tuesdays, Thursdays and PUHC. And the first game of known as the U.P. Divers But the players have for Each team will try to out weekends) in Ultra, La Salle the Davao Underwater Hock- were they became the first to many years held this dream swim, duck their opponent Greenhills, Manila Polo Club ey Club was held in Novem- find a regular venue for the of participating in the World and guide a 3-pound lead and Philippine Army Pool. ber 2002. scrimmage games. They first Championships-the puck towards a goal, an un-

played at Quezon City Sports 'Olympics' of underwater tended 10-foot metal goal Every year, the club hosts A PUHC member, Joey Carpio Club swimming pool every hockey. In June of 1998, the post lying at the swimming different tournaments like helped built the Singapore Tuesday night from 1984 to Men's and Women's Teams pool floor. And you do all of December Balikbayan tour- club. PUHC try to extend its 1997. excitedly shared the pool these while holding your naments, quarterly batch networks by building more with the best of the best from breath. graduation tournaments, an- clubs like the Cebu Underwa- By 1990, these players finally 14 countries all over the niversary tournaments; and ter Hockey Club last year and incorporated themselves into globe. The PUHC has since Though speed is an ad- other fun activities like No- soon their very own club the Philippine Underwater then participated in the 2000 vantage, it does not neces- vember Halloween Race, based in Australia. With some Hockey Club. Since then, it PCCs and over the years, sarily equate to a win. New- Christmas parties, Summer of the PUHC members play- has evolved to become the some Filipino players indi- bie players usually rely on Outings and their planned ing in the United States, Sin- Philippine Underwater Hock- vidually joined the PCCs as speed but as you play longer, triathlon to motivate mem- gapore and Australia teams, ey Confederation (PUHC) and part of a team composed of you realize it's more im- bers, enlarge the community it has brought its local team is recognized by the Philip- other players from different portant to keep puck posses- and celebrate the love of the to compete in international pine Olympic Committee and countries. sion, timing and being able to sport. By offering these competition. the Confe de ration Mondiale outsmart your opponent. events, they have been able The Sport des Activite s Subaquatiques to enrich PUHC and keep the Enthusiasm for underwater (World Underwater Federa- This is a sport dedicated pri- love of the sport alive by hockey inevitably brought Underwater hockey is a very tion). marily to having fun in the the PUHC to the Pacific Coast fast moving game that quick- For more information, please water. Anyone can play very Championships in Canada, an ly builds swimming and free visit www.puhc.com.ph.

JANUARY 2013 19

Arnel Pineda docu wins at Palm Springs film fest

Directed by Filipina-American Ra- seeing his performances of the mona Diaz, "Don’t Stop Believin': band's hits uploaded on the video- Everyman's Journey" received the sharing site YouTube. Audience Award Best for Docu- In April last year, "Don't Stop Be- mentary Feature at the 24th Palm lievin'" premiered at the Tribeca Springs International Film Festival Film Festival in New York. (PSIFF). Diaz, in an earlier interview, said a The documentary tells the modern- local release of the documentary is day story of how the life a home- planned to coincide with its release less man, Pineda, takes its biggest in the United States. turn when he is tapped to become the lead singer of the American Jericho Rosales' indie film "Alagwa" rock band Journey. was also shown at this year's Palm Springs film fest. It was in 2007 when Journey first contacted the Filipino singer, after ABS-CBNnews.com

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You can take steps towards having good health or a long life, but you are never com- Critical illness insurance gives survivors of life-threatening conditions (such as pletely in control. Most people have recognized the value of life insurance. It’s just as cancer, heart attack or stroke) a one-time cash payment that they can use to important to recognize the value of health insurance. pay for financial needs arising from the illness. Whether the money is used to top up disability benefits or to fund treatment, the benefit can alleviate financial If you became seriously ill, what would happen? How would your family cope? What worries so they can concentrate on recovery. would happen to your finances? Long term care insurance provides an income benefit to individuals who have lost You may assume that you are adequately covered by the government or through your the ability to care for themselves as a result of illness, injury, or deteriorated employer. However, here are a few questions you should consider: mental abilities. Coverage amounts aren’t linked to earnings and the benefit doesn’t end at any particular age. This type of insurance allows individuals to  If you have disability insurance coverage, what portion of your pre-disability income choose the amount and type of care they want to receive without depleting re- would be replaced if you were unable to work? tirement savings.  What if you’re self-employed? How would you replace lost income? Health insurance and risk management  How would you pay for necessary care (e.g. therapy, home care or assistive devic- Risk management is an important part of your overall financial plan. Find out what your op- es) beyond what the government provides? tions are by contacting me today. Then you can be assured that your plan is built on a solid foundation of informed decisions.  If you leave your job or you retire, what coverage do you have in case you become ill and need care?

JANUARY 2013 20 ENTERTAINMENT MMK Classics opens 2013 with stories on the meteoric rise of the Philippines’ memorable stars

KC, Maricel, Pokwang and Angelica portray Angeline, Ai-ai, Pokwang and Julie Vega in TFC’s sub-titled version of MMK

MMK Classics opens the show business, Angeline set port of her biological moth- edy in an episode calledTed- Postigo, more widely known year with the true-to-life out to succeed with her er but manages to rise to dy Bear where the versatile as Julie Vega, on January 26 stories of some of the most powerful vocals and tongue- fame eventually with her actress does her own por- (Tokyo, Sydney, Riyadh, and remarkable performers of in-cheek kind of charm. trayal. A lot of viewers can Milan time). Portrayed fit- our time. The sub-titled ver- relate to Pokwang who once tingly by Angelica Pangani- sion of MMK (in English) From the story of singer worked as an overseas Fili- ban who has an uncanny follows the rise of Angeline Angeline Quinto, MMK Clas- pino in Japan. As fate would resemblance to the actress, Quinto, Ai-ai delas Alas, Julie sics moves to the dramatic have it, one of her children the episode dramatizes how Vegaand Pokwang from turn of events in the lives of dies while working over- Julie started as a child ac- their humble beginnings. today’s biggest comedy ac- seas. Despondent at first, tress and set out to become tresses –Pokwang and Ai-ai Pokwang set out to over- one of the endearing stars of Starting January 5 (Tokyo, delas Alas. While they bring come this chapter in her life her time. Sydney, Riyadh, and Milan smiles to the faces of Filipi- brand of humor. Acclaimed and become one of show time) with the episode enti- no audiences, comediennes actress Maricel Soriano who business’ most versatile ac- MMK Classics can be viewed tled Piyesa, multi-awarded Pokwangand Ai-ai show that is a celebrated star herself, tresses who can dabble in Saturdays at the following host Charo Santos-Concio it is certainly not easy to plays Ai-ai. both comedy and drama. times: 11 a.m. Milan time; tells the story of today’s make people laugh when 12:45 p.m. Riyadh time; fastest-rising star Angeline one is going through chal- Meanwhile on January 19 To cap the first month of the 7:30 p.m. Tokyo time and lenges in life. (Tokyo, Sydney, Riyadh, and year, MMK Classics shares 9:30 p.m. Sydney time and Sundays, Pacific time at On January 12 (Tokyo, Syd- 3:20 p.m. ney, Riyadh, and Milan time), MMK Classics proves To enjoy these episodes via that comedy is no laughing cable, satellite, video-on- matter in the episode demand or online, interest- Quinto portrayed by KC Con- calledSing-along bar. In the ed parties can call the near- cepcion. While she never story named after the place est dealer or TFC partner in knew her real parents then where Ai-aistarted, the their region. and felt she was not pretty blockbuster actress tries to Milan time),Pokwang shows the intriguing story of phe- enough for the world of make it big without the sup- how she triumphs over trag- nomenal 80’s star Julie Pearl ABS-CBNnews.com

“MINUTE TO WIN IT” puts Pinoy’s game skills to test for a shot PHP 1,000,000

Do you think you can knock hone their skills for a chance a pizza box into a pre- feet away, and sucking can- ductory blueprints of some over a pyramid of beverage to change their lives. It has designated area on the other dies with a straw and plac- of the show’s seemingly easy cans using rubber bands or been franchised in 40 coun- side of the stage, stacking ing them one at a time on challenges using ordinary pull all tissues out of a box tries, including Australia, eight octagon bolts on top of straws materials like eggs, pencils, one by one, using only one India, and the United King- each other using a barbecue ping pong balls, and tissue. hand – all under one mi- dom. stick to form a tower that This week, watch out for the nute? Contestants who com- “MINUTE TO WIN IT” nail-biting games of Kapami- plete tasks like these using The Philippine version of scores big in ratings lya celebrities playing the everyday household items in “Minute to Win It” will be The pilot episode of ABS- game Maja Salvador, Martin less than one minute can hosted by Luis Manzano. CBN’s newest game Nievera, Zanjoe Marudo, K win Php 1,000,000 on TFC’s Contestants take part in a show“Minute to Win It” Brosas, Melai Cantiveros, newest game show “Minute series of challenges that uti- reigned on its timeslot in and Miss Universe 2011 3rd to win it. lize readily available items nationwide TV ratings and runner-up Shamcey Supsup. at home, school, and the of- entered the top 20 most Don’t miss “Minute to Win From the international pro- fice, in less than one minute watched programs last Mon- It” with host Luis Manzano, duction company that deliv- each. With each level in- day (Jan 14). Based on data Mondays to Fridays at 11AM ered the local versions of creasing in difficulty and from Kantar Media, it regis- on ABS-CBN. “The Biggest Loser” cash prize, contestants will tered a national TV rating of and“MasterChef” comes have to decide if they stop 21% vs “Knock Out” (9%) For updates on the program, “Minute to Win It,” the pro- playing and take the money and “Chef Boy Logro: Kusina visit www.facebook.com/ gram that made waves in they’ve earned, or continue Master” (6.4%) of GMA, and minute2winitPH. the United States and for a shot at Php 1,000,000. even captured the 7th slot in standing vertically. around the world for its must be freestanding for the top 20 programs across highly addictive and nerve- Challenges that also await three seconds, tossing a wa- urban and rural homes. wracking games that chal- participants also include ter bottle and getting it to Viewers can start practicing ABS-CBNnews.com lenge ordinary people to fanning three raw eggs with land upright on a table five at home following the intro-

Shocking revelations fill ‘KAHIT PUSO’Y MASUGATAN’ finale week

After all the drama, deceit, Meanwhile, Andrea carries How far can Rafael go just to betrayal, and pain, the inter- on with her plan to take be with his child? twined stories of Andrea over the company. She is (Iza Calzado), Veronica just steps away from realiz- Also, one among the lead (Andi Eigenmann), Rafael ing her goals as she soon characters will die before (Jake Cuenca), and Miguel marries the company heir, the story finally comes to an (Gabby Concepcion) will Gerald (Robi Domingo). end this Friday (Feb 1). Who soon be concluded with the Will Veronica succeed in her would it be? tension-filled last two weeks plan? Will Miguel wake up in Don’t miss the last two of Kahit Puso’y Masugatan. time to be there for Andrea’s weeks of Kahit Puso’y Ma- delivery? Will justice be sugatan, weeknights after Andrea finally gives birth to boyfriend Rafael, whom she these, Miguel is still under served for Andrea and will Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw on ABS- the child fathered by her ex- faces in court. Amidst all coma. his rapist Rafael go to jail? CBN’s Primetime Bida.

JANUARY 2013 21

Bamboo, the New Super Food

Luisa Selarde a Filipina- also very rich in nutrients older. However, if your eating hab- plan. For a failure to plan is Canadian cook and author and ranks among the five its are terrible for that same a sure plan to fail. Anyone I firmly believe God has put Stuart Lyall are teaming up most popular healthcare period of time. Your money with a plan can secure his or enough food on earth to in 2013 in promoting their foods in the world today. will not be of much use to her financial future. You will make us healthy bot physi- books to increase awareness you for your enjoyment. read how Desire, Persis- Modern research finds that cally and mentally. Some in the importance of having Most of it will be spent to- tence, Enthusiasm and a bamboo shoots have a num- foods can make us feel full, good Health and Wealth. positive Attitude will carry ber of medicinal benefits Luisa Selarde wrote the first you and your children to from cancer prevention and official Bamboo Cook book financial freedom in your weight loss to improving on our planet. The book is lifetime. appetite and digestion. It is titled "Bamboo, the New also very low in sugar con- If you are sitting there say- Super Food” the first official tent. Making bamboo a regu- ing, "I can't do this" you are Bamboo cook book on our lar part of your diet can ef- right. If you are saying, "YES! planet. Author Stuart Lyall’s fectively reduce or eliminate I can do this" you are also book "Rich Kid" teaches free radicals that can pro- right. You see the answer your children the "value of duce dangerous carcino- lies with you. When people money" at an early age is gens. ask me "What's the magic in critical to their financial fu- this?" I tell them all the ture. So please take a good long same thing, "the MAGIC is in look at this wonder food for This unique collaboration is YOU. The MAGIC lies in each your long-term future health a well-balanced approach in and everyone of YOU" you and all the benefits it has to having a good life. simply have to reach down offer. Health produces inside yourself and pull it Why Healthy Eating? Why Wealth. The healthier you The Villanis Family at their Stoney Creek home. Vincent and Luisa out for the entire world to Wealth Creation? are, the more energy you with their children, Gabriel(6) and Abigail(3). see. have, and the easier it is to Some things that can create but also those same foods create a sound financial fu- wards your medical bills and Your road to financial free- health and well-being have can contribute to us being ture. support that goes along with dom can be simple and pain- been on earth for thousands depressed also. less. Most people on earth of years. One of these great Everyone knows healthy not being healthy. Eating healthy when we are who retire in comfort did little gems and wonders of eating is the right thing to Your health is the single young is much the same as not come from any great the world is "Bamboo" do. But we do not do it and most important aspect of saving for your retirement. wealth. They created a plan which you can incorporate do we know exactly why? your mobility and enjoy- If you make a plan to save when they were young and into your daily lifestyle and Some things such as weight ment in your eventual re- for your financial well being stuck with it. Slow but sure. is of great benefit to your loss and more energy show tirement "Golden Years". you should also make a plan And that my friends is the dietary system. This tradi- up right away as soon as we to invest in your physical You will learn in the book key to your financial suc- tional forest vegetable has begin any program. Others well-being. You can save, that the secret is to have a cess." (Vincent Villanis) been around for 2,500 years or most of the great benefits invest and make a fortune plan. Like any endeavour in and is not only delicious but will show up as we grow Photo: Waves over a 40 or 50-year period. life it must begin with a

JANUARY 2013 22 ENTERTAINMENT

Ryan Chua reports on Villafuerte family’s feud over CamSur

Real-life political drama unfolds in “KAMPANYASERYE” ABS-CBN News and Current ”Giyera sa Kabisera” that trada. Viewers learned other angles of the contro- Luis Sr., for governor. How Affairs lets you witness the followed the much talked- about the humble begin- versial feud. will this family feud end? drama inside the world of about battle for the Manila nings of Lim and Estrada in Will they choose to severe Philippine politics in the mayoralty post between politics, how they first com- From frenemies to family family ties for the sake of teleserye-like documentary feuds,”KampanyaSerye” politics? ”KampanyaSerye,” one of opens a brand new story the highlights of ABS-CBN’s this Monday (Jan 21) about Dont miss ABS-CBN News Halalan 2013 coverage that the the ongoing rifts in the and Current Affairs” Kam- aims to educate voters who Villafuerte family in Ryan panyaSerye,” weeknights on are set to elect a new batch Chua’s report titled ”Ama, ”TV Patrol.” of leaders this May. Anak, Apo.”The Villafuertes of Camarines Sur are cur- Watch the whole episode on ”KampanyaSerye” will tack- rently divided by how they ANC, the ABS-CBN News le and probe the stories be- envision Camarines Sur. Channel (SkyCable ch 27), in hind campaign promises a special Producer’s Cut ver- Camarines Sur Rep. Luis Vil- and rhetorics to bring out sion airing every Saturday, lafuerte Sr. proposed to di- the issues that matter to the 2:30 PM, and every Sunday, vide Camarines Sur into two electorate and show the 11 AM, and online via provinces, but his son Cama- competencies of aspiring www.abs-cbnnews.com/ rines Sur Gov. Luis ”LRay” leaders. KampanyaSerye. Villafuerte Jr. is opposing it. It debuted last week in ”TV Tension further arose when Tweet your thoughts and Patrol” with Alvin Elchico’s mayor Alfredo ”Dirty Harry” peted for a government seat, LRay’s son, Migz, chose to opinions using the five-part report dubbed as Lim and former president why the former best friends run against his grandfather, hashtag #KampanyaSerye. Joseph ”Asiong Salonga” Es- are now enemies, and many

“GOIN BULILIT” KIDS SPOOF HEAVY DRAMA TELESERYES

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Lea weighs in on Ricky Lo Maricel Out, Gerald Stays On Soap After Scuffle By JECELYN V. MACAHINDOG interview with Hathaway Manila Bulletin MANILA, Philippines – Tony Have you ever experience to MANILA, Philippines — Due riano have agreed that Mar- telenovela were not pro- Award winner Lea Salonga be hungry, be poor... just like to an "unfortunate inci- icel will no longer be part of voked or instigated by Ger- weighed in on the much the character?" talked about interview of dent," Gerald Anderson and the cast. The teleserye star- ald in any manner." Maricel Soriano will no ring Gerald Anderson will entertainment editor Ricky To which Hathaway an- Neither Maricel nor her longer work together on the proceed as scheduled. ” Lo with “Les Miserables” swered, "That's a very per- management team, Viva upcoming series, “Bukas Na actress Anne Hathaway. sonal question." It was earlier reported that Artists Agency (VAA), has Lang Kita Mamahalin.” the two Kapamilya contract issued a statement on the While saying she cannot As an actress, Salonga said stars had a matter as of this writing. speak for Hathaway, Salonga her job is “to remain profes- "misunderstanding" during "Bukas Na Lang Kita Mama- explained that based on her sional and pleasant, as I the soap's first taping day halin" was supposed to be own experience during need that reporter to write on Jan. 14 at Common- press junkets, she has been about and talk about my Maricel's TV comeback pro- wealth Avenue in Quezon trained “to expect all kinds show, or TV stint, or movie, ject with ABS-CBN (her City. or whatever.” home network for 20 years) Unverified reports have it after four years of absence “Everyone sees things from that the Diamond Star alleg- that were spent with rival his or her own unique per- edly blew her top over networks GMA-7 and TV5. spective. But I can think of a Gerald's acting that suppos- bazillion ways to answer the In his past interviews, Ger- edly caused the delay of the question, ‘How did you lose ald expressed excitement taping. The "unfortunate 25 pounds in 5 weeks,’ if upon learning that he will incident" was said to have only for the benefit of enter- be working with the multi- Tony Award Winner Lea Salonga made Gerald cry. taining myself,” Salonga add- awarded actress, who re- of questions, ranging from ed. This was announced by ABS Gerald's management, Star garded him as her “good- broadsheet to tabloid, so I -CBN's Corporate Communi- Magic, released its official looking son” in the series. “I In Lo’s interview, Hathaway try to keep my answers cre- statement on Jan. 22 in sup- feel blessed na kasama ako was all praises for Salonga, cations Head Bong Osorio ative.” through an official state- port of their 23-year-old sa comeback project niya sa who played Fantine on “You get a lot of the same Broadway, saying she ment, released on the night homegrown talent: ABS-CBN. Excited ako kasi si Ms. Maricel ‘yan. Alam ko questions, and by the end of adores the Filipina singer of Jan. 21. It read: “Due to "Star Magic has the utmost madami akong matututunan the day, the brain is so… for and she hopes to meet her the unfortunate incident confidence not only in Ger- sa kanya,” he said. lack of a better word, one day. between Gerald Anderson ald Anderson’s exceptional ‘bangag,’” she told journalist and Maricel Soriano that Later in the interview, Lo ability as an actor, but also Dawn Zulueta will reported- Alex Vergara which was transpired on the first tap- asked Hathaway again on in his unassailable personal ly replace Maricel as published in his personal ing day of 'Bukas Na Lang what she would want to tell character and professional Gerald's mother in the se- blog, In the Wee Small Kita Mamahalin,' the ABS- Salonga. Hathaway pleasant- behavior. The incidents that ries, helmed by Jerome Hours of the Morning. CBN management and the ly declined: "We've already led to the removal of Mari- Pobocan. management of Maricel So- In Lo’s interview with Hath- talked about Lea." cel from Gerald’s latest away, the entertainment This led some netizens to columnist asked the actress view that interview as about her weight loss for the "awkward" and "painful to movie: "You lost 25 pounds watch." Make Waves at Yonge-Dundas Square for Fantine. How did you do it, and how did you gain it But Salonga noted that inter- back?" views are also about how questions are asked. At first laughing, Hathaway JULY 13, 2013 said, "I'd rather not talk Citing The Filipino Channel’s about the weight loss, resident film critic Manny please." the Movie Guy’s interview EMAIL with Hathaway, Salonga Lo also asked her, "For said his delivery “totally re- [email protected] somebody who is perceived laxed and lightened the at- to live a life of luxury and mosphere.” privilege, how are you able [email protected] to identify with Fantine? ABS-CBNnews.com

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MUSIC STAND New Year. New Beginnings “...that will bring us back to DO” Mon Torralba Welcome 2013! I am back to “DO” as I get reminded of the tune and lyrics of a ditty in my all-time fa- vourite movie, the Sound of Music. This made me ponder on the note, “RE,” , triggering a few keywords and tips flowing from the crevices of my brain, to survive another year: REview. REflect. RElease your- Magsimula Ka self from unpleasantness. REcharge. REarrange. REfresh. REvitalize. REjuvenate. REbuild. REpeat Music/Lyrics: Gines Tan things that make you happy. RElax. DO RE MI FA SOL LA TI DO! Be simple. Avoid the flats. Stay away Interpreter: Leo Valdez from the sharps. Go with the flow. Don’t get stuck on that starting note, dah! Advance to the next oc-

Intro: A - G/A - A7 - DM7/A – Dm/A - A tave. May this year bring in more Dough for all… and Lots Of Love (LOL)!

Verse 1

A Aaug Magsimula ka May Bukas Pa Umagang Kay Ganda D/A G/A Fdim/A A Composer/Lyricist: Charo Unite, Ernie de la Pena Music & Lyrics: Butch Monserrat Batiin ang kay gandang umaga Artist: Rico J. Puno Artists: Tillie Moreno & RayAn Fuentes A11 F#/A DM7/A Ng may ngiti sa 'yong mga mata Intro: Eb - Bb/D - Cm - B+ Intro: G(9)-F6(9)-EbM7-D11 (2x) G#m7b5 C#7 F#m7 D#m7b5 E11 Eb/Bb – Ab6/Bb Sa pagkakaidlip gumising na Verse1 G A D B7sus B7 Verse 1 Ang buhay ay masaya G(9) F6(9) G(9) F6(9) Em Asus A D E F# E11 pause Eb Bb/D Cm Bbm7 Eb Halika na pumikit, limutin ang problema Palalagpasin mo ba? Huwag damdamin ang kasawian G (9) F6(9) G C-D11 Ab Eb/G F7 Bb9sus Hihintayin ang umaga Verse 2 May bukas pa sa iyong buhay G(9) F6(9) G(9) F6(9) Eb Bb/D Cm Bbm7 Eb9sus Magpahinga, panaginip ng ikaliligaya A Aaug Sisikat din ang iyong araw G(9) F6(9) G Magsimula ka Ab Eb/G F7 F9 Bb7 Darating din ang umaga G#m7b5 C#7 F#m Ang landas mo ay mag-i__i__law Tuparin ang pangarap mong tunay Chorus Em-A-A#dim Bm /A Chorus Am7 Bm7 Habang ang lakas iyo pang taglay Basta't tayo'y magkasama G F#m-B7sus B7 E7sus E7 Ab Gm Am7 D G G7 Sa paghihintay, baka masanay Sa daigdig ang buhay ay ganyan Laging mayro'ng umagang kay ganda A C#m Gm7 C9sus C7 Am7 Bm7 Sayang naman ang buhay Mayroong ligaya at lumbay Pagsikat ng araw, may dalang liwanag D Bm Bm/A G D/F# E7sus Fm Ab/Bb Bb7 Gm... B7 Em C--D break Mawawalan ng saysay Maghintay at may nakalaang bukas Sa ating pangarap, oh G F Refrain ...F#-Fmsus-Ab/Bb-Bb7 Haharapin natin A –1st & 2nd rd EbM7 Am7 D7 Gm (E11 C#/E) A – 3 time Haharapin natin ang sikat ng araw Iisa lang ang buhay mo Verse 2 C7 Fm Bb C- D- Eb- Aaug D/A Na may dalang liwanag, ahh haah... Kumilos ka, gamitin mo Eb Bb/D Cm Bbm7-Eb9sus-Eb7 G# F# G# F# F# Bm May bukas pa sa iyong buhay Gumising na, araw ng pag-asa'y narito na Kung may nais ang puso mo Ab G7 Cm-Bbm7-Eb G# F# G# G#7 G/B E7 A A13b9 A13 Tutulungan ka ng Diyos na may lalang Dumating din, harapin natin Mangarap ka, abutin mo Ab G7 D E/D C#m-F#m Ang iyong pagdaramdam (Repeat Chorus moving chords 1/2 step higher, Upang ito'y makamit mo Cm F7 except last word) F6 E7sus A G/A D/A E11 Idalangin mo sa Maykapal Magsikap ka, simulan mo Ab Eb/G Fm Gm Ab Bb11 Eb G# Na sa puso mo ay mawala nang lu_bu___san ... natin Verse 3 Adlib: Eb-Bb/D-Cm-Bbm7-Eb9sus-Eb7 G#7 C#,Eb,C#,Cm, A Aaug Ab-Eb/G-F7-Ab/Bb-Bb7 Haharapin natin, hey Magsimula ka D/A G/A E/A A (Repeat Chorus) (Repeat Chorus moving chords 1/2 step higher, Pilitin ang tuklasin ang hanap except last word) Em A13b9 DM7/A Dm/A (Repeat II replace last word) Magdanas man ng maraming hirap E-F#-Eb-G# E/A E9b5 D Em-A7, D Ab Bb11 Eb Bbm7 Eb7 ... natin Ang mithiin mo, pag naging ganap ___lu_bu__san F# Bm Langit ng pagsisikap Coda E7sus E/D C E7sus Iyo nang malalasap Ab G7 Ang iyong pagdaramdam (Repeat Refrain replace last line with …) Cm F/A Idalangin mo sa Maykapal F6 E7sus Dm E7sus Ab Eb/G Fm7 Gm7 Ab Ab6/Bb Eb … Magsikap ka, simulan mo Na sa puso mo ay mawala nang lu_bu____san

After 35 years, it was fun jamming with original Hotdog drum-

Extro: Eb-Bb/D-Db6-Ab/C-B6-Bb7-Eb mer and AVP of Phlippine Airlines, Jess Garcia.. Photo by Bin Loo (Repeat Refrain except last line)

Coda Bm Bm/A E7sus A... Magsikap ka, simulan mo

...Aaug-A6-F#/A-D/A-G#dim-G/A-A13b9-A13

D E/D C#m-F#m7 Upang ito'y makamit mo Bm-Bm/A E7sus pause A Magsikap ka, simulan mo

Reminiscing 2012 via photos.

Martin Nievera and Pops Concert At the CNE concert with Rico J. Puno

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Does Bert remember that ‘the world is an apple’? FUNFARE By Ricky Lo (The Philippine Star)

Playwright Alberto ‘Bert’ Florentino today The following story, reported by Also known as the main scriptwriter threatening to jump from a build- Leila, now a voice teacher, took over Funfare’s Big Apple correspondent of the award-winning TV drama se- ing.” the role of Kim on Broadway’s Miss Edmund Silvestre, is about a literary ries Balintataw in the ’60s and ’70s, Saigon from Lea Salonga in the early giant in his twilight years who is he has written 100 plays for televi- At one point, Eva told Edmund, Bert 90s. The Florentinos have a fourth probably finding it (if he ever does) sion and cinema, and more than 50 reportedly requested for an assisted daughter, Angeli, who is a social difficult to remember that, to quote for stage, besides having published suicide, which is legal in Oregon, as worker in New York City. the title of his best known work, the several collections of his own plays long as it is self-administered. But world is an apple. He’s none other and more than 70 titles by other Fil- Eva said the doctor told him he’s not At present, Bert is under medication than Alberto “Bert” S. Florentino ipino authors. qualified to receive it since he has and has been seeing a psychologist whose daughter Leila once played Alzheimer’s which, by definition, every other week. Kim in Miss Saigon on Broadway. He became a TOYM (Ten Outstand- robs its victims of good judgment ing Young Men) awardee for litera- and the capacity to understand con- “He’s okay as long as he taking his ture in 1960, an honor he shared sequences and ultimately the ability medication religiously,” Eva said. with then Sen. Benigno Aquino Jr. to carry out their own deaths. “Aside from reading, he goes to con- (for public service). In 2008, Bert certs and watches movies. Like the was given a Presidential Medal of Bert’s condition has taken its toll on other day, we watched the movie Merit for being a distinguished liter- the family, according to Eva, which Lincoln and he loved it. We talked ary giant. was aggravated by the sudden pass- about the movie. He hasn’t lost cog- ing of one of their daughters, Sonya, nition. He still remembers people Today,” added Edmund, “the former 52, a poet, who was found dead in and events. He stays in my apart- UP professor is no longer writing. her Manhattan apartment in No- ment during weekends, but it’s bet- He spends most of his time reading vember last year. The cause of death ter that he’s in the assisted-living books at Laurelhurst Village, a sen- was pneumonia. facility where he is closely moni- ior care community in Portland.” tored.”

In an interview Edmund did for Fun- “We all try to be strong for each oth- Yes, Edmund, I agree with you that fare on Christmas Day, Eva said, “He er,” Eva said, “especially me. I al- “When I talked to Bert on the phone Bert does have connections to the loves to buy books on sale and get ready had quadruple bypass. I can- recently, he sounded coherent and world of TV, stage and movies — “A the old ones thrown by libraries. not die. Not now. Hindi ako puwede even talked about his illness,” said very famous playwright who’s well- ‘Yun na lang ang kaligayahan niya sa mamatay because my husband Edmund. “He told me, ‘The doctor loved and respected even here in ngayon. He has no friends here needs me. I thank God we’re holding told me I have Alzheimer’s...and I’m the US, one of the smartest and most (Oregon) because we just moved up well and my whole family is my battling this terrible depression. But brilliant but humblest and warmest here and most of his surviving source of strength. Like this Christ- I’m aware of what’s going on around mas, all of our children and grand- me. I feel fine and I feel normal. I children are here with us. Even our know you...and I know all of my daughter Leila, who is based in Par- friends. Just pray for me.’ I assured is, flew in with her daughter Tess to Bert that I would.” be with us again.”

IMMIGRATION PRACTICE

friends are either in New York or  Family Sponsorship people I have ever met. His wife Eva Manila.” (Spouse, Common-law, Conjugal - Same Sex) San Jose is equally brilliant and  Temporary Visa down-to-earth.” Eva is herself a writer, art curator (Work Permit, Live-in Caregiver, Study Permit, Visitor and Extensions) and retired university professor. The couple relocated to Portland to  Super Visa (Parents and Grandparents) According to Edmund, Bert was di-  be close to their daughter Lisa, a Skilled Workers agnosed with Alzheimer’s in early  Humanitarian & Compassionate 2012 and has been suffering from voice teacher who has a private stu-  Investors Bert with his granddaughters on Christmas day: Early symptoms of Alzheimer’s  Entrepreneurs  Self Employed depression ever since. “Formerly dio there.  Provincial Nominee Program based in New York City, the five-  Quebec Immigration Eva recalled that Bert’s depression  time Carlos Palanca Award winner Arranged Employment set in when his doctor informed him  Refugee, Appeals is now residing at an assisted-living he’s in the early stages of Alzhei-  US Visitor and Investor Visa Application facility in Portland, Oregon. Eva lives mer’s. The diagnosis was a result of Arlene Martirez  US Waiver Application in a nearby apartment and regularly a medical test after Bert got lost Licensed Paralegal checks on him,” said Edmund. twice and couldn’t find his way Member, Law Society of Upper Canada OTHER AREAS OF PRACTICE

home from his regular trip to a cof- www.isuc.on.ca Now 81, Bert (born on July 28, Member—ADR Institute of Ontario  FSCO - (Motor Vehicle Accidents & Statutory 1931) is a prolific author and play- fee shop. Accident Benefits Schedule (We speak Tagalog, Bicol, Ukrainian,  Workplace Safety and Insurance Board wright who shot to fame in the “Bert couldn’t accept the fact that he Russian, Mandarin and Korean)  1950s with his work, The World is has Alzheimer’s which he knows is a Criminal (Summary Conviction) an Apple, one of the most performed 301-797 Wilson Ave.  Small Claims Court progressive disease that has no Toronto, ON M3K 1E4 plays in the Philippines. It also gave  Landloard and Tenant Board cure,” shared Eva. “He used to be so Tel: 416 398-8882 / 416 892-2916  Provincial Offences - Hightway Traffic Act him his first Palanca Award in 1954 good at computers but he couldn’t Fax: 866 385-3535  Legal Name Change, Record Suspension E-mails: [email protected] when he was just 23. He is a con- write anymore and his depression  Commnisioner of Oath/Affidavits temporary of Nick Joaquin, Jose Gar- [email protected] only worsened. He started acting Website: ww.canneximmigration.com  Private Mediation cia Villa and NVM Gonzalez. strange and even became suicidal,  Process Server

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Remittances hit new high in Oct

BAHAY LUNDUYAN LEARNING CENTER, Brgy. Bagumbuhay, Project 4 Quezon City. On December 11, 2012, I-Remit, together with its corporate partners Jollibee and Nestle, brought Christmas cheers to the Bahay Lunduyan Learning Center, a community-based day care center for children ages 1 to 6 years. They were also visited by the Jollibee mascot who made them giggle and dance the Gangnam style! It was a day well spent gift giving, playing games, sing- ing and dancing. Canadian kills 2, shoots self in Cebu justice hall

MANILA, Philippines (3rd UPDATE) – A After shooting Rafols and Atias, Pope was shot by two policemen on had been making rounds in vari- Canadian killed 2 people and wounded went to MTCC Branch 1 and shot Assis- the arms and thigh. Natu-el said ous media offices to express his an assistant prosecutor before turning tant City Prosecutor Maria Teresa Casi- the wounded Canadian, not frustration over the criminal the gun on himself in a shooting spree n o. wanting to be caught alive, then charges filed against him by his inside the Cebu City justice hall Tues- committed suicide by shooting neighbors. Senior Superintendent Mariano Natu-el

day morning. himself on the right temple. Jr., officer-in-charge of Cebu City Police, Andales said Pope had once de- The gunman, 67-year-old Canadian said Pope looked for two more targets, "Natumba yung suspek at siya manded that they air a story fa- John Pope, fired shots inside the Mar- identified as Fiscals Oscar Capacio and ay nagpakamatay, Binaril niya vorable to him. rin yung sarili niya," he said. celo Fernan Hall of Justice and initially Nicolas Sellon. Pope was allegedly hostile to his hit two people, identified as Dr. Rene Natu-el said Capacio and Sellon were Pope succumbed to his wounds neighbors and would sometimes Rafols and his lawyer Jovian Atias. also handling the other cases against at the Cebu Doctor's Hospital. be seen brandishing his fire- arms. Rafols, a pediatrician, and Atias died Pope, who was sued for numerous Casin o, meanwhile, is set to un- inside the sala of Municipal Trial Court counts of malicious mischief, grave dergo an operation at Chong Another report, meanwhile, said in Cities (MTCC) Branch 6, where a ma- threat and illegal possession of fire- Hua Hospital to remove a bullet a local court had issued a depor- licious mischief case against Pope was arms. lodged in her neck. She is now in tation order against Pope, but being heard. While looking for the two fiscals, Pope stable condition. the Bureau of Immigration has yet to implement it. Pope allegedly was able to bring Sincere symphaties to the family of... the gun to the justice hall build- Due to the shooting, all court ing by concealing it with a news- proceedings in the hall of justice paper clutched in his arm. have been suspended. APOLINAR CLAVERO The Supreme Court Public Infor- Cases vs Pope mation Office said Chief Justice Apolinar Clavero, 66, of Toronto and Amaya,Tanza,Cavite Maria Lourdes Sereno has sent has joined his creator January 17,2013. A report by ABS-CBN News Cebu Court Administrator Midas said the feud between Rafols Marquez to Cebu to investigate A former Revenue Canada officer, Paul or Tikboy to friends and Pope had been going on for the shooting incident. With Ra- years. At one point, an armed dio DZMM; Vilma Andales and is survived by wife Felicisima, Pope allegedly barged into the Reno Tallada, ABS-CBN News sons Thaddeus & Joseph and daughter Maryann. house of Rafols. It was not clear, Central Visayas however, how the tiff between His remains was cremated last January 21 the two started. ADVERTISE WITH and his ashes will taken home to his hometown of The specific reason for Pope's Amaya, Tanza. Cavite where he grew up. sudden outburst was not yet WAVES established. However, various Prayers will be appreciated. journalists such as ABS-CBN Ce- [email protected] bu's Vilma Andales said Pope

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Rommel Billanes wins 2012 Canadian Forces Department of National Defence Photography Contest

Rommel’s winning shots chosen over a total of 2800 Photo Entries of 494 Photogra- phers : 2nd Place - Portrait Category - "Eskimo Girl" , 2nd Place - Animal Cat- egory - " I See You " ; 3rd Place - Open Theme - " The Balancer " . He won Novice Photographer of the Year and was awarded by the Deputy Minister of Defence in Ottawa.

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