MARCH 2015 L.ittleM.anilaConfidential WHY THE MAYWEATHER- PACQUIAO FIGHT IS OVER-RATED AND WILL BE Save BORING Money Do Not Send Gifts Sarah , - Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) should save money for future investments instead of sending balikbayan boxes full of gifts GERONIMO to their loved ones back home, Labor Secretary Rosalinda Baldoz said. She said she has heard many stories of OFWs

who ended up penniless after years of working

SAVE MONEY continued on page 24 Live in Toronto May 9

Do we keep Poor X-FACTOR ISRAEL WINNER ROSE FOSTANES People Poor for HAS A ROSIER LIFE our Pleasure? WHY THE MANILA - Certainly low labor costs enable non- 1986 poor to live well very cheaply Times Reader Arthur Keefe suggests that one PEOPLE POWER reason we in this country have tolerated so much IS TOTALLY DEAD poverty is that “the middle and upper classes benefit greatly from the very low cost of labor, which enables those with money to have a high standard of living very cheaply. Thus it is not in their interest to remove WHO HAS THE BIGGEST

KEEP POOR PEOPLE POOR continued on page 7 “MAN” PART IN THE WORLD

Standing Guard for Thee For Insulting PACQUIAO,

Purefoods owner f ires PBA Import player and compares Pacquiao to Martin Luther King

STORY INSIDE

Filipino-Canadian Senator Tobias Enverga, Filcan journalist Jojo Taduran and Canada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper pose for a picture at an event in Toronto. MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 1 Basta Toyota, sa Scarborough na!

2 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 5 Big Reasons Why EDSA People Power 1986 works with ex Celebration is Totally Dead

EDSA People Power Revolution in1986, led a series of coup attempts against Cory administra- tion. Then-VP Salvador Laurel withdrew his support, along with Juan Ponce Enrile, who re- signed in November 1986 as Defense Secretary. The Filipinos were divided and President Cory Aquino could not control the situation.

#3 Traditional politicians (Trapos) took advantage of the situation Diretsong sinagot ng More Than Needless to say, traditional politicians Words star Kylie Padilla kung (liars, cheaters, voter buyers, pigs, etc.) took handa ba siyang makatrabaho advantage of the situation. These filthy ang ex niya na si Aljur Abrenica. creatures surfaced from everywhere and Ayon sa ulat ni Luanne Dy sa pretended to be heroes. And because the , wala raw problema “masa” accepted small money from these ang mestiza beauty kung muli “trapos” to fill their stomachs, corruption niyang makakasama sa isang became a common talent among these project ang napapabalitang greedy politicians. They won the elections The above opinion is a guest post by a certain Pandong (the young man in the photo above nagbabalik Kapuso na si Aljur. by using their popularity, influence, and posing an “L” sign). Ani ni Kylie, “It’s okay. Oo of money. On the other hand, presidents course. Kasi, professionalism, it’s Being born in the mid-60s, I was a first- Fidel V. Ramos, Joseph “Erap” Estrada, presidential candidate that time more important than ‘yung mga time voter during the snap-election Don’t get me wrong. I have high respect for and Gloria Arroyo had their own shares of between then-president Ferdinand .E. Tita Cory. I even voted for her. I was young then controversies. personal [na bagay].” Marcos and Corazon “Cory” C. Aquino, and have little information about politics. My “Pero sana maganda ‘yung the mother of incumbent president, Nonoy father doesn’t like Marcos and he “motivated” #2 Noynoy Aquino is not the best story, ‘yun lang naman. If ever man Aquino. Last February 25 marked the me not to vote for him. He told me he doesn’t tatangi ako, it’s because I don’t also like Cory because of her no-experience, but presidential candidate as well 29th celebration of EDSA People Power there was no other choice. Many years later, I re- I’m glad that I was very mature in terms like the story.” 1986. However, it’s obvious that the annual alized that there were better presidentiables that of analyzing politics when Nonoy Aquino Dagdag pa ni Kylie, naghahan- celebration gradually lost its magic and has time but Ninoy’s widow is a sure win to beat ran for president. Again, don’t get me da na daw ang aktor sa kanyang finally died this year. Marcos. When my father and I talked about it wrong, I have high respect for him but I comeback sa telebisyon. With the Fallen 44 controversy, some again in the late 90s, he just shook his head. voted for another candidate. I believe that Saad niya “He’s excited. He’s groups now want President Noynoy he’s not ready to run (at least during that Aquino to resign. Nevertheless, EDSA preparing naman for his come- #4 Filipinos were divided, and the time) but the “masa” wants him. Tita Cory back.” People Power 1 is not selling anymore even passed away in 2009, which led Liberal next presidents could not control it Matatandaan na kinumprima if the Mamasapano incident did not hap- Party president and then-senator Mar Thanks to the “balimbings,” especially to the ni Kylie sa isang panayam ng pen. Here’s why: two gentlemen who supported Tita Cory to oust Marcos. But no thanks, though. Gringgo EDSA 1986 IS DEAD Startalk noong May 2014 na split #5 Cory Aquino is not really the best Honassan, who had a major participation during continued on page 22 na sila ni Aljur. MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 3 What The FACT? Player fired after BY JOSE BAKING Pacquiao rant SURPRISE! Pacquio compared to Martin Luther King A NEW FILIPINO PUBLICATION IN TORONTO?

There is a new publication in Toronto called Silangan published by Rodel Garcia. It is a glossy magazine that charges a low price of $100 / per color page. That is how much she invoiced Anita Diaz of Ready Honda for a one-page PACQUIAO color ad on page 2 for the January 2015 issue. I say “surprise” because Anita Diaz was surprised that she was advertising with them nor was she aware the publication exists because she has not been receiving one on a monthly basis. I was also surprised because the layout I did for Manny Yanga of Scarborough Toyota ORTON MARTIN LUTHER KING was also in the publication announcing the “ALL New 2014 Toyota Corolla.” MANILA, Philippines – The palaruin si Orton,” Purefoods Hmmm...what is going on? Purefoods organization had no official Rene Pardo told PBA.ph. intention of letting import Daniel “Nagalit lahat sa kanya.” Orton play another game for Orton has since been sacked them after the former Kentucky and will be replaced by Denzel standout was fined for a rant Bowles, the former PBA Best Chris Brown Non-Grata I like to eat fried baby wherein he called KIA head Import who led Purefoods to the Philippines declares Chris Brown persona WHAT!!! NO NO NO. If I was not paying coach Manny Pacquiao a “joke” 2012 PBA Commissioner’s Cup non grata after a no-Show at New Year’s eve attention, the following sentence would have of a basketball player. title. concert in the Philippines. Pati ba naman ito, been posted on facebook. “I assure everyone Orton scored only six points “Kung ang PBA binigyan pinakikialaman ng national government natin? it is not easy for me to be eating only burgers, and grabbed three rebounds siya ng P250,000 fine, kami What the government should be dealing with fried bitukang baby...” The word baboy was being in a humbling 84-95 setback to nagbigay sa kanya ng passport is the consumer protection issue about this non- replaced by the word “baby” because of auto-spell Pacquiao and the KIA Carnival, niya,” said Pardo of Orton. appearance. The government should make sure check. So, people, do not do distracted driving, which also saw the “Pacman” “Papauwiin na namin.” that the promoters refund the money. Who walking and typing. To all those who did not score a point for the first time in Pardo made it clear they cares if he comes or not to the Philippines? Sus learn how to type correctly - that is without his PBA career. did not support Orton’s view of Guinoo ni Roxanne naman. looking at the keyboard - look at the screen. Re- “This game is seriously a joke. Pacquiao. read what you typed. WHEW! The way the game was going, “Pambansang Kamao natin Fake News goes Viral the refs took the game that I ‘yun,” he said. “Para siyang Not always. Canadian publications sometimes Lent is a season of Sacrifice know and love, and they made nagpunta sa U.S. at binastos pick up a story - specially if it involves a scandal Apparently, you give up something for 40 days it into a mockery,” said Orton of ang pangalan ni Martin Luther - from ethnic publications and give it credibility as a sacrifice. For the 40 days of Lent, I will give the officiating crew. King.” Martin Luther King, Jr., it never did. Fortunately, they have been picky up healthy food. It’s a good thing I’ve stocked up Of Pacquiao, the basketball (January 15, 1929 – April lately. Some publications repeat the same “news” on beer. player, he said: “That’s a joke. 4, 1968) was an American again and again in the hope that the Toronto Star, That’s part of the joke I was Baptist minister, activist, Toronto Sun, Globe and Mail or National Post. Empire is TV show with black people talking about.” humanitarian, and leader in the Unfortunately, this affects the other credible all doing bad things. Some critics say it “Professional boxer, yeah, African-American Civil Rights publications like this one you are reading. I have does not represent black people okay. Congressman, all right. Movement. He is best known been linked to dozens of beautiful Philippine Professional basketball player, for his role in the advancement This is no different from Filipinos who bash a actresses but none of those Canadian publications no. It’s a joke. Seriously, it’s a of civil rights using nonviolent Filipino in North America for playing a villain have picked up on it. I am so disappointed. And joke,” he said. civil disobedience based on in a North American TV show or movie and say it’s all because other Filipino newspapers in The PBA did not take Orton’s his Christian beliefs. He was it portrays Filipinos in bad light. And yet they Toronto keep repeating that same “topic” again rant lightly and fined him assassinated on April 4, 1968. devour the telenovelas - soap - in the Philippines and again. The Canadians now think that all P250,000, saying his “insulting Purefoods went 1-2 with Orton which is full of crime, drama, intrigue, Filipino newspapers here are not credible. Believe behavior” will not be condoned. as an import, losing their past backstabbing, and every cliche you can watch. me, when I say I have been linked to all those The Office of the Commissioner two games after a 4-0 start. Not all the roles in the show can be Mother women. I cannot tell you their names because of left Orton’s fate up to the Former import Marqus Blakely Theresa, Gandhi or Oscar Schindler. discretion. And also, if they find out they have Purefoods organization, which served as a place-holder for been linked to me, I might get a restraining order. acted swiftly. Orton in their first three games, Ehe, susmaryosep. Mali pala. “Wala na kaming balak pang all of which the Hotshots won.

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Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 LAUGH Antoinette gets a break RESORT Honey Patience is a virtue. This is what Shot comebacking actress Antoinette Taus has SENT TO HELL proven for herself. She and her brother Tom An Engineer dies and goes to hell. He’s have returned to Manila early last year yet hot and miserable, so he decides to after staying in the U.S. for a while. Tom is take action. The A/C has been busted now with TV5 co-hosting the dance show, for a long time, so he fixes it. Things “Move It,” with Jasmine Curtis Smith. cool down quickly. Lhaica is The moving walkway motor jammed, so Antoinette has also signified her wish he unjams it. People can get from place friendly, to act again but there were no takers. Until to place more easily. great with now. ABS-CBN finally got her to play an The TV was grainy and unclear, so he important role in the new soap, “Bridges fixes the connection to the Satellite people, dish and now they get hundreds of high of Love”, that will be replacing “Two def channels. simple but Wives” when it ends two weeks from now. One day, God decides to look down elegant, and She will be acting with , on Hell to see how his grand design is Edu Manzano, and Maja working out and notices that everyone is happy and enjoying umbrella drinks. He also sweet. Salvador. How does she feel about it? asks the Devil what’s going on? She’s a “I’m nervous, but also excited,” she The Devil replies, “Things are great says. “My last soap was ‘Sana ay Ikaw down here since you sent us that very active na Nga’ in 2002. Imagine, that was 13 engineer.” “What?? An engineer? I didn’t send person and years ago. But I promise to do my best. I you one of those, that must have been loves to thank ABS-CBN for giving me the chance a mistake. Send him back up right this to act again at hindi ko sila bibiguin sa minute.” play lots of pagtitiwala nila sa akin.” The Devil responds, “No way! We are going to keep our engineer. We like this sports such guy.” Rayver prays for God demands, “If you don’t send him as volleyball to me immediately, I’ll sue!” Cristine’s baby The Devil laughs. “Where are YOU and track & going to get a lawyer?” field. She has been loveless since wishes to he was last linked to Sarah Geronimo and MOMMY DIONISIA AT become a . “I’m very happy for them, WALDORF NY pero hindi naman ako naiinggit,” says Pediatric Rayver. “Siguro darating din ‘yung right girl Si Mommy Dionisia nagbar sa Waldorf Nurse that the Lord is reserving for me, in God’s Astoria sa New York. own time. So hindi ako nagmamadali.” Sabi ng mga katabi nya: someday. What can he say now that Cristine GERMAN: “Waiter! Remy Martin, single!” has just given birth to a baby girl, Amarah, ITALIAN: “Waiter! Carlo Rossi, courtesy of her non-showbiz BF? double!” “Cristine and I have remained friends MOMMY DIONISIA: (Dyus miu! kahit wala na kami.Pero yung baby niya, kilangan pa pala magpakilala bago umurder! Siyet!) “Wiyter! Dionisia premature kasi seven months pa lang kaya Pacquiao, Sipareyted” Lhaica Moraine pinagpe-pray naman naming lahat para maging okay na ang kalagayan niya dahil nasa incubator pa.”

MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 5 LM C Philippines NEWS Condomnation from Church Church counters free condoms with free chocolates, flowers “FOREVERMORE”

MANILA - A condom maker in Manila last February 14 found their Valentine’s IS NOW MOST Day giveaway challenged by a church group. The group tried to persuade WATCHED TV people to swap the contraceptives for chastity and chocolates. SHOW A colourful flower market in Manila became the unlikely battleground over ABS-CBN’s romantic drama series the use of contraception as the church “Forevermore” topped the list of most group countered the free condoms with watched TV program in the country chocolates and sweets — complete with last Monday (February 9), when it printed messages encouraging chastity. went fast forward to two years after the “Exchange your condoms for candies, #WeKeepLoveReal,” read the signs heartbreaking parting of ways of Xander carried by volunteers from the Christian (played by Enrique Gil) and Agnes advocacy group Filipinos for Life. (played by Liza Soberano). “Condoms send the wrong message Now that Agnes carries on with her that Valentine’s is about sex, when it’s life as a student in Manila, she meets a really about love,” volunteer Anna Cosio new guy in school named Jay (played told AFP. by Diego Loyzaga). What role will Jay Condom maker DTK marketing contraceptives.” condoms. play in the life of Agnes especially now head Emmanuel Alfonso said they gave While men casually accepted the College student Danny Villegas said: that the latter is trying to move on from 40,000 condoms, adding “Offering condoms from the DTK models in tight “I already ate the candies. The condoms, her heartbreaking past with her first love, free condoms alongside stalls selling blue T-shirts and shorts, some bashful I can’t use it yet because I’m only 16 and bouquets of red roses, balloons and women handed them back and then I don’t have a girlfriend. Maybe I will Xander? What will Agnes do when she chocolates for Valentine’s Day will scurried away. keep it in my wallet for good luck.” suddenly crosses paths with Xander help erase the stigma attached to But some people got both candies and again? Are they ready to take their second chance at love? Don’t miss “Forevermore” weeknights after “Dream Dad” on ABS-CBN Philippines is Retirement Haven Primetime Bida. For more updates about “Forevermore” visit Forevermore.abs- cbn.com and follow the show’s official Forbes declares Philippines in top 20 social media accounts at Facebook. com/StarCreativesTV, Twitter.com/ MANILA, Philippines – Foreigners the Philippines. Forbes said it based its rankings on StarCreativesTV and Instagram.com/ might want to consider the Philippines A foreign national can easily obtain the following factors: cost of living, taxes, StarCreativesTV. in retirement after it bagged a spot in permanent residency by showing their medical care, climate, security and crime, Forbes magazine’s “20 Best Foreign retirement income, it said. cultural attractions and hospitality, as Meanwhile, viewers may also catch up Retirement Havens for 2015.” “Popular locations include Tagaytay, well as ease of return to the US. on full episodes and past episodes of “For U.S. retirees the principal appeal a suburb of Manila, the capital, that is This list is in alphabetical order: “Forevermore” through ABS-CBNmobile. of the Philippines is a low cost of living elevated and therefore cooler, and Subic Australia, Belize, Canada, Chile, For more information, please go to www. in a tropical environment full of English Bay, with an infrastructure from the Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Ecuador, abscbnmobile.com. speakers and outdoor beauty.” Forbes, old U.S. Navy base. Non-stop flights France, Ireland, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, the business magazine, further noted between Manila and the US average 15 Nicaragua, Panama, Philippines, Portugal, that foreign income is also untaxed in hours,” it added. Spain, Thailand, Uruguay Former ‘’ star is engaged!

Former Encantadia star and Bubble Prepare for ASEAN Integration - MARCOS Gang babe Diana Zubiri joins the growing list of celebrities tying the knot MANILA - Senator Ferdinand Marcos said Asean integration courses at this crucial turning point of this year. “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has urged business envisions one economic region with our history. We need to include subjects The sexy educators and students to work together better inter-operability and interrelations on the economy, culture and language of actress to prepare the country to face the among members characterized by a “free our Asean neighbors,” he said. confirmed challenges of the economic integration flow of capital and investments, free flow Marcos said schools should encourage of the Association of Southeast Asian of goods, free flow of services and skilled and incentivize research and development, that she is Nations region. labor.” in order to spur business creativity and engaged Marcos warned students that He said students should be trained to innovation among our Filipino students. to her integration could be “cruel and study regional markets and economies, He said that while the Department longtime competitive” and that they should prepare consumer behavior, competition behavior, of Trade and Industry is saying that the boyfriend, model Andy Smith. now rather than learn the hard way later finance and marketing, as well as taking Philippines is ready for integration, “we Diana posted a photo of her dazzling “when all will be too late.” a comprehensive approach to monitoring should not be complacent.” engagement ring on IG. The couple He also urged educators to work hard the cost of doing business for increased Meanwhile, Senate President Franklin were on a vacation in Japan when Andy to ensure that their graduates would have competitiveness and profitability. popped the question. the skills to match or even surpass those “It may be prudent to undertake ASEAN INTEGRATION from other Asean countries. curriculum reviews of our business continued on page 27

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

6 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 Are our poor poor because it suits us to keep them that way?

KEEP POOR PEOPLE POOR The survey group Pulse-Asia distinguishes commitment for poverty reduction under continued from page 1 five income groupings in national society. the UN’s Millennium Development Goals. Classes ABC together equal 7 percent; D Meanwhile, our income inequality has poverty and low wages—at least not in 67 percent, and E 25 percent. become East Asia’s worst—because growth the short to medium term. The downside Class D breaks down further into two is so narrowly based. and is having to live in gated communities sub-categories. Below a ‘true’ middle class its satellite regions—Central Luzon and and employ armed guards to protect their of some 19 percent, there is a sub-category Southern Tagalog—produce 65-70 percent lifestyle!” (Times, August 9, 2014) of the precariously ‘non-poor,’ making up of domestic output and income. 48 percent of national society, that subsists Our economy’s fastest-growing splits with Expats love Manila living just above the poverty line—hostages to components—overseas contract work That expatriates love Manila for its living inflation and financial crisis, the loss of and its domestic counterpart, business- Jake Vargas costs we well know. I know of an American jobs, illnesses and deaths, and other life process outsourcing (BPO)—are “enclave couple who’ve fled to Manila from Israel’s misfortunes. economies,” with very few organic linkages After almost a month of specula- living costs. The two have rented out their Despite recent episodes of high growth, to the domestic economy. tions, teen actress Bea Binene modest flat in Tel Aviv, and live in Makati roughly half of all Filipinos describe admits she is no longer in a rela- as rentiers—lazy and content—entirely on themselves as “poor” in SWS surveys; Consensus or coercion? tionship with fellow Kapuso star its proceeds. official statistics place their number at some Given our sorry growth record, it does Jake Vargas. I too appreciate the difference living 25 percent. make sense to ask: Are our poor poor According to her, a third party, in Metro Manila makes: I spent my first In 2009, 13.2 percent of all Filipinos still because it suits us to keep them that way? though not from showbiz, was the decade of being married as a journalist in lived on the equivalent of one US dollar The eminent Jesuit sociologist John J. cause of their break-up. “Too Hong Kong and Singapore. I washed dishes a day—the United Nations’ definition of Carroll suggests that, for Filipinos, national many to mention,” was Bea’s short and swept the floor; heated baby bottles absolute poverty. This was higher than society is less a community united by a description. and changed diapers. In a word, I did my Indonesia’s 7.7 percent and even Vietnam’s common understanding of what the world “I won’t say I’ve completely husbandly share of chores—customary 8.40 percent. By then, Malaysia and and society are all about than a stark moved on pero siguro nandun in developed countries—that the lowliest Thailand had virtually wiped out absolute structure of power. naman po talaga ‘yun sa kailan- Metro Manila salariat would deem below poverty from among their peoples. The possession of economic and political gan tanggapin mo eh,” she also his masculinity. power has much more to do with who added, saying the young actor And I must admit I eased back into the Missing the bus gets what than do society’s values or the was her first love. She also took comforts Manila offers without a thoughtfor Not just once, but at several turning common good. the opportunity to clarify that Keefe’s “army of poorly paid laborers” that points, we Filipinos missed the bus to And Fr. Carroll fears that special interest another Kapuso star, Derrick Mon- enables even our modestly moneyed to modernization. groups have shaped policy-making for so asterio, had nothing to do with her live high off the hog in a country of epic In the 1950s, we fumbled the chance long that inequality has become embedded failed relationship. inequality. at agrarian-tenure reform on which our in the whole of national society. “Magkaibigan lang naman neighbor-economies built their industrial For our neighbor-states beset by multiple talaga kami ni Derrick,” Bea em- Big people, small people strategies. threats to their sovereignty, inclusive growth phasized. Income breakdowns of national society Between 1965 and 1990, we missed the was a survival strategy. We Filipinos—secure As of writing, Jake has remained reveal a tiny upper class, a small middle class economic “miracle” that made East Asia the in our geographic isolation and sheltered by mum about Bea’s admission. The and a large underclass of the ‘non-poor’ and fastest-growing region. young actress also claimed she KEEP POOR PEOPLE POOR the poor. Now our country is defaulting on its 2015 still maintains a professional rela- continued on page 25 tionship with her ex-beau.

MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 7 LM C Philippines NEWS Filipinos tour Philippines Travelling grips the country next to selfies

MANILA - The Department of Tourism (DOT) said traveling has now officially become the latest national craze to grip the country next to taking “selfies.” Tourism secretary Ramon Jimenez made the statement during the award- ing ceremony of the first Tourism Star Program (TSP) where he announced Louise delos Reyes takes part in RADA. that 47 million Filipinos visited different the United Nation World Tourism Or- “Until 10 years ago, local tourism has local tourist spots last year. ganization (UNWTO), which showed not even reached the 10 million mark. I This was much higher compared to the Filipinos are slowly becoming among think what is important is that Filipinos Kapuso artists take 45 million local tourists in 2013. world’s top travel spenders. now see the value of tourism and travel. “Tourism is only second to the ‘selfie’ “Some smaller emerging markets saw They see it as a way of life,” Bengzon acting course under in terms of popularity…the pandemic of expenditure (on international tourism) said. taking self-portraits,” Jimenez said. grow substantially, with Saudi Arabia, He said this means better growth for the Royal Academy of “Before tourism in the Philippines was India, the Philippines and Qatar all the country’s economy if Filipinos con- Dramatic Arts (RADA) an activity reserved only for a very small reporting increases of 30% or over,” tinue to patronize local destinations. number of people. Today, it is an ever UNWTO said. Last year, the tourism sector gener- GMA Artist Center teamed up with the growing industry that has finally been Tourism undersecretary Benito Beng- ated an estimated R214 billion worth of Royal Academy for Dramatic Arts (RADA), described as a pillar of our economy,” he zon attributed this trend to the growing revenues from local and foreign visitors. through the Philippine Educational Theater added. number of Filipinos, who imbibe travel- Bengzon said a bulk of this revenue Association (PETA), and supported Louise This was also supported by data from ing in their lifestyles. usually comes from local travelers. delos Reyes, Benjamin Alves, Mike Tan and Glaiza de Castro in undergoing a six-day short course on Acting Techniques which ended last Saturday under esteemed RADA facilitators. Philippines Royal Academy for Dramatic Arts is one of the foremost drama academies in the world and has forged a reputation as a NEWS world leader and the centre of excellence in drama and theatre. Tampered Weapons 400 Schools to raise Vietnam, Thailand Notable RADA alumni includes Alan Rickman (Severus Snape in Harry Potter), returned by MILF Tuition fees supply rice to PHL Sean Bean (Boromir in Lord of The Rings), Felicity Huffman (Desperate Housewives), MANILA, Philippines - All of the 16 MANILA, Philippines - Around 400 MANILA, Philippines - Vietnam Ralph Fiennes, Allison Janney and Anthony high-powered firearms returned by MILF universities and colleges across the won the majority share of the 500,000 Hopkins. were cannibalized before they were turned country have plans to increase tuition metric tons (MT) of the programmed Respected director and GMA Network’s over to the Philippine National Police and other school fees, according to youth importation for buffer stocking this year Talent Development consultant Maryo J. (PNP). group National Union of Students of the after agreeing to match Thailand’s price Delos Reyes believes that education in “Where Philippines (NUSP). offer to be able supply the balance of the an artist’s craft is a continuous process. He is good Citing data from its tuition monitor requirement. poses a challenge to the artists to always faith there?” network, the NUSP said a number of The National Food Authority’s (NFA) develop their skills and techniques as the official schools have already signified their government-to-government procurement performers. asked, intention to raise tuition by up to 13 to committee yesterday awarded the supply “The time to learn new knowledge referring to the statement of the Moro 20 percent. of a total of 300,000 MT to Vietnam and expand one’s horizon, the quest Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) as a However, the Commission on Higher Southern Food Corp., while the supply for new technique to update oneself gesture of sincerity on their part and Education (CHED) said it would issue of a total of 200,000 MT was awarded with fresh approaches is never ending. I commitment to the peace process. its own list by March or April after all to Thailand, which was represented by its do greatly encourage enhancing their The official said the returned firearms reports from its regional offices have been Department of Foreign Trade. craftsmanship. I would like to congratulate had original parts replaced. submitted. The rice stock would be used for the the participants from GMA Artist Center, ” “These are serialized items and replacing “Currently, CHED is working with country’s mandatory buffer stocking he shares. them compromises the reliability of the the Philippine Institute for Development requirement for the lean season that Through this educational venture, GMA gun. It can be dangerous in a firefight,” Studies to come up with a formula on starts in July. The government is required Artist Center only proves that though talent he said. PNP officer-in-charge Deputy the reasonable rate of tuition fee increase to maintain a buffer stock of at least is innate, consistency and permanence Director General Leonardo Espina said each year and per province or region,” 30 days—but ideally 90 days—for use on a chosen career can be achieved by the returned firearms were stripped of CHED media officer Abi Lasaca said. during the lean season. thorough training and continuous learning. scopes and other accessories.

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Hunny Chona held a Valentine’s Fashion Show at Prestige on Feb. 6, 2015. This is a multicultural event in which the models came from different cultural groups. PHOTOS BY ARIEL RAMOS 8 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 PHB holds it’s valentine dance

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Senator Enverga sponsors bill to establish first national urban park in Canada

OTTAWA – Senator Tobias C. Enverga much higher than the current protection Jr. moved second reading in the Senate given by the Province of Ontario. of Bill C-40, Senator Enverga continued by saying establishing the that: “Bill C-40 will also dramatically Rouge National increase park law enforcement measures Urban Park, the which will ensure that Parks Canada first of its kind wardens will have a year-round presence in Canada. He in the park. This, combined with strict TORONTO - PHB is an award winning surprised “Search of QUEEN OF HEARTS” marching and concert band based in the city of from 20 PHB ladies in red. is the sponsor penalties, will help ensure that invaluable Vaughan, Ontario. Founded in 1980, it is today The 2015 officers are; President: Carol of the bill in the assets — flora and fauna, fossils and one of Canada’s premier marching bands. It Lachica Banez, Vice President: Mac Guinto, Senate, and his artifacts — are protected to the full extent has garnered numerous “Best Band” awards for Secretary: Aurelia Tabije de Lara, Treasurer: speech today of the law.” its performances, both in Canada and in the Lita Cariaga Ordonez, Asst. Treasurer: Elvie initiated the Another commitment by the United States. Garcia, Director Activity Coordination: debate there after the bill was passed by Government of Canada highlighted by PHB has been featured on TV networks Marina Conche, Directors Property Manage- the House of Commons on January 26, the Senator in his speech is the $143.7 across North America and in many parts of the ment: Lyne Sanders and Nanette Reyes, this year. million over 10 years and $7.6 million World. Director Human Resources: Jo Nuez, Direc- “Bill C-40 is an opportunity to provide, annually thereafter in funding to support PHB’s thrust is youth training and develop- tor Colour, Marshalls and majorettes: Vina ment. At the same time, it contributes to the Tolentino, Director Drumline: Arcie Perono, once and for all, the level of recognition the creation, management and operation enhancement of Canada’s multicultural mosaic Musical Director: Orly Inocentes, Associate and protection that the Rouge deserves,” of the national urban park. There is and the enrichment of the artistic and cultural Musical Director: Allan De Lara, Drumline said Senator Enverga. “… the bill … for currently no funding provided for the life of communities. Instructor: Edna Teguibon, Baton and Flag the first time in the Rouge’s history, will Rouge Park by the Province of Ontario, They held a Valentine’s dinner and dance Twirler Instructor: Kim Nicholson specifically prohibit harmful activities such and the bill will increase the standards party at Garnet Williams community hall The founder is Eexecutive Director Oscar as poaching, polluting, dumping, theft of of ecological protection from what is in Toronto last February 14, 2015, which Farina. The appointed board assistants are Josie fossils, harassment of wildlife, hunting currently the case in provincial parks like attended with no less than 200 people, 2015 Guinto, Nora Mone, Dory Sobrepena,Beverly and mineral extraction. Indeed, this is a the Algonquin. is their 35th year serving the province as the Giron, Danielle Conche, Ely Valera, Hermie significant step forward in protecting the For more information please contact: most well known Filipino band not just in Terrano, Lito Martin,Shony Farinas, Candy Canada but also in the United States. On that Martin,Meg Mojica, Ernie Javier, Bert de park’s fragile resources, protections that Lars Andersen day they also inducted their new sets of officers Lara, Felix Ordonez, Noel Terrano,Nolie are not currently there.” If passed, Bill Senator Tobias C. Enverga Jr.’s office and the event was graced by ward 4 city of Abriol, Ollendorf Udarbe, Ric Sevilla and C-40 will give the Rouge National Urban 613-996-8895 Vaughan Councillor Sandra Yeung Racco. And AlexVillasenor. (Sheila Calica, PPCO) Park the highest protection in history, [email protected] because its the day of hearts they also had a

MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 9 LM C Little Manila FILIPINO NEWS WORLDWIDE

TIDBITS Michael Cinco creates gown Papal Nuncio Costume designer Kym Barrett gets the credit to Australia LOS ANGELES – Mila Paris Hilton. He’s been asked Matteo assures Popsters: Kunis, who portrays by numerous stylists for couture reincarnation of the Queen gowns for music videos and red Alex is Mother in the sci-fi film carpet events; he’s also created dresses “Jupiter Ascending” by siblings for TV shows like “America’s Top Model” Lana and Andy Wachowski, got and “Reign.” wonderful married in a pivotal scene in Recently, he made local actress Marian the movie wearing an ethereal, Rivera’s breathtaking gown for her MANILA - Actor said out-of-this-world gown by the wedding to actor . the fans of his girlfriend, singer Sarah MANILA, Philippines—Pope Filipino designer, Micheal Cinco. Inspired to become a designer by Geronimo, have nothing to worry about Francis has appointed a The Catbalogan, Samar-born fashion icons like Grace Kelly, Audrey when it comes to his on-screen tandem Filipino archbishop as the Dubai-based international Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich and Joan with actress Alex Gonzaga. new apostolic nuncio or fashion designer apparently Crawford. As a child, I remember Guidicelli even assured Geronimo’s fans, ambassador to Australia. got the job after receiving an watching classic Hollywood movies in collectively known as Popsters, that his email from costume designer black and white.” girlfriend is friends with Gonzaga, his Archbishop Adolfo Tito Kym Barrett in 2012 and that’s Noting now that designing movie leading lady in the upcoming series Yllana, 67, a native of the how they collaborated all costumes and creating an entire Naga City, has been named throughout. collection is “almost the same,” “Inday Bote.” the new apostolic nuncio He also never met Michael puts a premium “Wala, trabaho lang po ‘yan. Alex to Australia, replacing Mila herself. “They on visualization. is a very wonderful person at best Liverpool-born Archbishop just sent me her On the other friends nga sila ni Sarah. Sobrang measurements and hand, when close nila,” he said. “Basta sobrang Paul Gallagher, 60, who all the details of designing exciting itong bagong teleserye now serves as the Vatican’s the dress,” he disclosed. costumes for a namin, parang family drama. At I’m secretary for relations with “They asked me to go to London and movie, you need to create a dress from very excited for everybody to watch it states. meet the stars while filming to personally the story of the movie to the character dahil kakaiba ang effects namin, mga fit Mila Kunis’ dress but I declined portraying the role.” dwende. Talagang pinaghirapan nila because that was the time I was making However, Kym Barrett is given the No retrial the wedding dress of Russian President credit in US magazine. at sobrang nakaka-excite,” he added. REDWOOD CITY, California Vladimir Putin’s niece.” So, which is right? And who is telling Guidicelli went on to praise Gonzaga There will be no second Michael has dressed up a number of the truth? as an on-screen partner. “Sobrang kulit na babae. Sobrang astig at hyper na trial for the Philippine Hollywood celebrities including Britney http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity- Spears, Lady Gaga, Sofia Vergara, Tyra style/news/mila-kunis-elaborate-wedding- babae. I think she’s the perfect partner, national, Ralph de Leon Banks, Naomi Campbell, Fergie, and dress-jupiter-ascending-photos-2015291 talagang walang downtime sa kanya. convicted of terrorism in the Palaging up, palaging game,” he said. United States. He faces the In “Inday Bote,” Guidicelli will play the possibility of a lifetime prison role of a rich man who will eventually fall sentence. in love with Inday (Gonzaga). Uber driver makes 250K Gonzaga’s other leading man in the series is Kean Cipriano. Distracted Driving SAN FRANCISCO - Gavin Escolar is an SAN FRANCISCO - New Uber driver. But he also makes use of this legislation in San Francisco opportunity to present his other passion to will prohibit tour bus drivers his passengers--his jewelry business. from simultaneously acting Escolar immigrated to the US to start a jewelry company in San Fransicsco. Amid For Sale as tour guides. This was Panasonic GH2 (NO BOX) challenges in his business, he became an + 14-45 lens (WITH BOX) $650 in response to community Uber driver to get additional income. Camera, charger, Escolar turned his car into a mobile protests that stemmed from a extra battery fatal accident late last year. showroom for his jewelry business. Last year, he made combined earnings of $252,000 which the report said he used to Filipino American Priscilla To get the attention of passengers, Escolar wears some of his jewelry. The others are buy more cars and hire new drivers. Call Moreto, 68, was ran over by placed on the dashboard and glossy catalogs As his business grows, Escolar also makes 416-945-2336 a tour bus as she walked in of his jewelry collections are found on the it a point to help fellow Filipino immigrants a crosswalk in front of City car’s seat pockets. by hiring them first. Hall.

10 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 Ontario FilCan Educators Honour Colleagues at Valentine’s Day Affair

Madamba, tions by Alicia Bautista Sheng and the PTAC Dance Maligsay, Troupe with Etta Mad- Rowell Perez, amba, as lead dancer. Marichu Alo Hosted jointly by Rowell & Donna Perez, Maricon Berna- Scutariu, the sor & Alicia Bautista evening af- the program covered fair included with an invocation by a special Marissa Ciacico, wel- recognition of come address by Rose “trailblazers” Apilado and speeches by of the As- Boni Curutan, Leonor sociation and Manzanares and Tony the induction A. San Juan. Sev- of new mem- eral community-based In celebration of “araw ng mga puso” and bers, as well. Those who received meritori- organizations such as heartily held on actual Valentine’s Day, ous awards for exemplary service were: Aurora Association, and Filipino Canadian educators and teaching co-founders Leonor Manzanares & Araceli Luna Organization also professionals in Ontario, Canada expressed Rose Cruz and pioneers Rose Apilado, happily joined in the cel- their love, respect and admiration for their Brigida Cohen, Pette Collantes, Norma ebration, together with fellow teachers at a fitting ceremony on Laxamana, Ester Rico, Mercy Santos and the respective spouses February 14, 2015. The meaningful event Tony A. San Juan. and partners of PTAC was conducted by officers and members of PTAC Veep Redentor Andres sworn members & guests. the 9-year old, Ontario-based Philippine in the new Association members, namely The Philippine Teach- Teachers Association-Canada ( PTAC) at Glen Balagot , Arleen Calandria, Marites ers Association-Canada, St. Paul The Apostle Church auditorium, Mayome, Narisa Ramones, Lita Tababa organized in May, 2006, Dundas Street West, Toronto, Ontario. and Ester Tuldague. is composed of current development seminars & workshops, Organized by PTAC senior officers A memorable affair, it was indeed a lively & practicing Ontario-licenced teachers teacher-certification assistance, career superbly led by Maria “Maricon” Berna- gathering with engaging parlor games & and/or former education professionals from search & transition consultation, books & sor, Cielito Drapeza, Redentor Andres, prizes, singing & dancing, and social dining the Philippines as well as those undertak- education materials donations, community Boni Curutan, Bernadette Gapuz & Trina & drinking. Remarkably, singers Jujelyn ing teacher certification in the province. -outreach initiatives and inter-organization Andres and ably supported by leading Lescano-Brown, Sheryll Dela Pena-Andres The samahan ng mga gurong Filipino project collaboration. (T. San Juan) members: Perly Laganas, France Ampioco, and Maky aptly featured musical numbers has ongoing & established programs and Alicia Bautista, Grace Dela Reyna, Etta with love songs and also, dance exhibi- services that include professional teacher is Independent Jewel Mische marries fiance’ in Michigan

sabi niya: “People are asking Kurzer me, ‘Bakit kasi hindi ka na lang magpa-DNA test para Another celebrity tied the knot before malaman na?’ “But the thing the love month officially ended. Kapami- is, I don’t have anything to lya artist Jewel Mische finally said “I do” explain to people. “Ellie is to long-time boyfriend Alister Kurzer on a private person, a private Saturday, February 28, in a winter wed- child, she’s only three years Mabuhay old. “Huwag na nating idamay ang isang bata para lang may mapag-usapan.” PIDC Festival Ito rin ang naging tugon ni On behalf of the Philippine Independence Jake sa isyu. Day Council (PIDC), the Exhibitor’s Sa isang post sa www.ask. Committee is announcing that we are fm, sinabi ng anak ni Mayor Erap Estrada ayaw na sana niyang patu- bringing back this year’s Mabuhay “I don’t need him!” Ito ang matapang lan ang isyu, pero nadadamay na raw ang Philippines Festival at the David Pecaut na buwelta ni Andi Eigenmann sa mga isang inosenteng bata sa isang “desperate Square. You will find this venue in the heart rebelasyon nitong mga nakaraang araw ni ding in Michigan, U.S.A. showbiz promo ploy.” of many prestigious and major attractions Albie Casiño, ang pinaghihinalaang ama The Starstruck alumna wore a gown Mensahe naman ni Andi kay Albie, such as, the Roy Thomson Hall, Metro Hall, ng anak ng Kapamilya actress. by Filipino designer Francis Libiran. “I just wish he chose to do the more civil the Princess of Wales and Royal Alexandria Sa ulat ng TV Patrol kagabi, February Jewel and Alister have been together for and educated thing to do, which is to Theatres, Bell TIFF Lightbox, the Rogers 12, sinabi ni Andi, “Sa akin lang, I never three years and got engaged last Decem- talk to me about it first instead of going Centre, CN Tower, Ripley’s Aquarium, Ritz really asked anything from him or made ber 2013. In an interview with The Buzz on the news and use it as some sort of a Carlton Hotel, Scotiabank Theatre, and him act like a father or be one to my via Skype on November 2014, Alister de- promo or a ploy.” Tanong pa kay Andi: Si many more. daughter, regardless of the fact that he is tailed how he proposed to Jewel. Alister Jake ba talaga ang ama ng kanyang anak? PIDC is now looking for food vendors and the father of my daughter or not. Diin said, “It’s over Christmas time actually. Sagot niya, “No. I’m not saying that. exhibitors. In order to book, to register and pa ng 24-year-old actress, ““I don’t need “My gift was a Bible for her. “When I’m not saying that at all. “You become to reserve your spot, please contact the him. she opened her Bible, she was very happy. a mother by biology but you become a following official Exhibitor’s personnel, Ms. “He doesn’t need to be a part of our “She said yes before seeing the ring.” The father by fate. “Hindi ko kailangan, kung Minda Neri at (416) 621-4985 or email lives. “We never asked anything from couple also received positive remarks sino man talaga yung ama.” her at [email protected] and/ or Suzy him so I don’t understand why, all of a from netizens for their vow of celibacy Sa event kung saan nakapanayam Llanera at (416) 421-4289 or email her at sudden, it’s a big deal again.” Matatan- until their wedding day. ng TV Patrol si Andi, kasama nito ang [email protected] daang unang lumabas sa PEP.ph (Phil- “When we got together one day, he napapabalitang masugid niyang manli- 2015 Mabuhay Philippines Festival is a ippine Entertainment Portal) ang mga was like, ‘You know, it would be very ligaw ngayon na si si Bret Jackson. Ito ay FREE event. Come, feel, and experience bagong pahayag ni Albie tungkol sa hard for me not to kiss you. “‘But I want sa kabila ng usap-usapang nagkabalikan this exciting two-days event filled with an usap-usapang baka si Jake Ejercito ang to wait until we get married, I hope you na naman sina Andi at Jake, matapos array of great entertainment from well-known ama ng anak ni Andi. Ito’y bunsod na rin don’t mind.’ “And I was just shocked!!! I lumabas sa Instagram nilang performers, quality cultural shows, authentic ng on-again, off-again relationship nina couldn’t believe what I just heard! magkasama sa Singapore. parade of fiestas, savour an exotic Filipino Andi at Jake. “That’s just one of the many confir- cuisine, and await many more big surprises! Sa naturang interview, sinabi ni Albie mations that he is the future husband PIDC’s Mabuhay Philippines Festival is on na hindi na niya itinuloy ang balak ng Jewel Mische marries fian- I have dreamed of! “We both have the same biblical mind set. its 17th year anniversary and it will be held kanilang pamilya na DNA test dahil daw cee Jewel Mische marries at the David Pecaut Square, 250 King Street hassle ang naturang proseso. Nang si West on August 29th and 30th , 2015.(ssl) Andi naman ang tanungin tungkol dito, American fiancé Alister MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 11 LM C Philippines NEWS SC chief rejects transition leadership Constitution defines law on succession

MANILA - Chief Justice Maria Lourdes they should not violate the law, and that Sereno rejected calls for her to lead a statement that the DOJ is ready to do transition government after some groups what is necessary to hold accountable called for the resignation of the Aquino those who will violate the law,” the Palace administration because of the pork barrel official added. scandal and the Mamasapano debacle. Earlier, presidential spokesman Edwin “I think the Constitution defines what Lacierda said Aquino was “taking things Enrique Gil admire the country should do in terms even in stride” despite his uncle, Peping of turmoil. So that is what should be , and his aunt Margarita, Liza Soberano looked at,” Sereno said. “People should joining the NTC. give importance to the Constitution,” she “The uncle has been making statements Enrique Gil admitted that Liza added. different from that of the administration. Soberano is really special to him. Acceleration Program. Sereno noted that the 1987 Constitution So, it’s his opinion. That opinion does not The Forevermore star relayed that clearly set out the line of succession in the “At the present state of our country, we carry any weight as far as the Filipino event of a president’s or vice president’s have already achieved the status of being public is concerned,” Lacierda said. Liza is one of the closest people disability, removal or resignation and the the second fastest growing economy in “Are they involved in the administration? to him right now. “Kami ni Liza chief justice of the Supreme Court is not Asia. We have gained the respect and Are they involved in governance? Are they masasabi ko we are really on point, one of the valid successors. high regard of the international financial involved in the reforms that the President we are super close, masasabi kong community. Investors consider the She said the Constitution provides that has been pushing for the past four years? best friend ko siya at sobrang bait the president of the Senate or, in case of Philippines as one of the best investment And is it uncommon or is it rare for his inability, the Speaker of the House of destinations,” Coloma said. members of the same political family to niyang tao in and out. She’s the most Representatives are the proper successors Coloma said Justice Secretary Leila de have differences? I don’t think so.” beautiful girl na nakita ko,” he said. of the president and vice president. Lima has already said that while freedom “Several political families have The actor also revealed that more Also, Malacañang said the call of the of speech and of expression are respected, differences. So, again, the point is did the than best friends, he has feelings for there are existing provisions under the National Transformation Council for the statement of his uncle carry any weight as Liza. “Para sa akin ‘yun ang exactly resignation of Aquino and all officials of Revised Penal Code that penalizes far as the Filipino people is concerned? the Aquino administration was was “out inciting to sedition, conspiracy to commit No, it did not,” Lacierda added. the same thing eh, I am having a of tune” with reality. rebellion, and other similar crimes. He said the Palace is treating opinion best friend, she’s not only a friend, Communications Secretary Sonny “Secretary de Lima has observed that of Aquino’s relatives who joined the call siyempre there is something more Coloma made the statement as member- there are groups who are taking advantage for his resignation just like any other special than that dahil siyempre of the public anger over what happened groups of the NTC again met in sentiment voiced by the public. “(It is an gusto mo siya at pagpinagsama and renewed their resignation in Mamasapano, and these groups are opinion) which has not swayed a great call, saying the Aquino administration crossing the line toward the crimes she majority of the people,” he said. mo ‘yun jackpot na, solid ‘yun, at was illegitimate and unconstitutional has mentioned,” Coloma said. siyempre super happy.” because of the discredited Disbursement “That is there is that reminder that Enrique relayed that what attracted him the most to Liza is her character. “Una sa lahat Philippines nagustuhan ko siya is sobrang humble niya at mas nagustuhan NEWS ko siya when nalaman ko ‘yung kwento ng buhay niya, don talag No Chinese Visas More Citymalls PH hottest ako na-wow. At tsaka masarap siya economy in 2015 kasama.” BEIJING - China expressed after the MANILA - Expect more community Enrique extended his gratitude Philippines’ energy department said it malls to be developed by the tandem to all their LizQuen supporters. The would not renew visas for 16 Chinese MANILA - A Bloomberg survey of of DoubleDragon Properties and SM actor promises that there will be a nationals who work for the Philippine Investments in the next few months. economists shows the Philippines will be national grid after a senator raised CityMall Commercial Centers Inc., a the second fastest-growing economy in the lot of more exciting things that will security concerns. unit of DoubleDragon Properties, said it world this year, second only to Chna. happen in their show Forevermore. The state-owned State Grid has secured five prime sites in Dumaguete Bloomberg’s survey says the Philippines “Sa lahat ng supporters, sa lahat ng and China will be the only two economies Corporation of China has a 40 percent City, Negros Oriental; Tagum City, nagpapa-trend sa amin sa Twitter stake in the National Grid Corporation out of 57 included in the report that will Davao del Norte; Parola, Iloilo City; laging number one nationwide, of the Philippines. SCTEx Concepcion Service Area; and grow 6 percent or more this year. This week, the Philippines energy MacArthur Highway, Tarlac City. The report is based on average economists’ worldwide, maraming salamat minister said that come July, only two These properties will become the future estimates. for all your effort, huwag kayong Chinese nationals would remain with sites of CityMalls, which are strip malls Various analysts have said the Philippines magaalala relax lang kayo, I love is one of the biggest beneficiaries in the the company, who would only be there in with 5,000 to 10,000 square meters of you all.” their capacity as board directors. retail space. world from lower oil prices. Scenes in the City LEFT - (OFWC) held their nomination meeting in preparation for next month’s election. The meeting was held at Sherbourne Community Centre on Feb. 22, 2014. PHOTO BY ARIEL RAMOS

RIGHT - Odette Escala attend the pose with her husband and daughter at the dinner memorial for FV Foods co-founder, the late Flor Vendiola.

12 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 Biggest A Rosier Life “Man” X-Factor Israel Changes Life For Winner he tables have indeed turned for the ayoko nang first “The X Factor Israel” champion, Parts formerT Filipina caregiver Rose Fostanes. From squeezing singing stints in between nursing duties, she has now seen her In The dreams come true after being granted a foreign expert work permit. But while she now legally works as a performer in World Israel, Rose admits she still wishes to do tumanggap ng ibang trabaho kasi baka her old work occasionally. mamaya mamatay na naman siya, tsaka ’yun lang talaga ang inalagaan ko na Well here is what we have all secretly been in our study is the Democratic Republic of “Gusto ko nga sanang bumalik, parang dinibdib ko,” shared Rose. She had also waiting for – a global ranking of Wang the Congo (aka Congo), with an average part-time, kahit mag linis-linis ng bahay. looked after a patient with Alzheimer’s sizes. BodyRock is based in Canada, so I of 7.1 inches. Ang laki kaya ng kita,” Rose said. and had another one with cancer pass guess we will just have to continue to take -On average, South America is the most A practical thinker, Rose doesn’t want away in her arms. pride in our Hockey prowess. well hung continent (6.36 inches). her free days wasted. Back when she was Rose was the main guest of “Thank Out of the 80 countries they researched, -North Korea has the smallest dick size a caregiver, she would perform in bars you, Philippines Friendship Concert,” a the average penis size is 5.5 inches. South on average (3.8 inches). with her band during her days; now she celebration of the historical friendship America is the most well hung continent -Only 3 percent of men worldwide has more time on her hands when she’s between Israel and the country. at 6.36 inches. While North Korea, at 3.8 are over 8 inches. Only 6 percent of men not rehearsing or recording – something She learned of the Filipinos’ rescue of inches, takes home the booby prize. actually need extra large condoms. she hopes to find more use for. 1,300 Jewish people from the horrifying Americans didn’t even reach the global -Of the 80 countries included, the U.S. The life of this 48-year-old may predicament. average and find themselves in 61st place ranks #61 in average erect penis size. have changed but for Rose, what’s “Na-touch ako na hindi lahat ng out of 80. No wonder our more important is that she’s helped Israeli alam ’yun, na sa dinami-dami ng women are so attracted to improve the way Filipinos are viewed mga refugee na naglalayag, walang ibang foreign men. Just pray your by foreigners. “Nakatulong nang malaki tumanggap na ibang bansa kung ’di tayo lady never hooks up with a guy especially in Israel, kasi ’di ba ang tingin lang mga Pilipino. Kaya ganun din nila from the Democratic Republic nila sa’tin caregiver lang tayo. Meron (Israeli) kamahal ’yung mga Pilipino.” of the Congo or it’s ballgame kasing mga Israeli employers na, ‘May The Israelis’ affinity to the Filipino over. ganyan ba kayo sa bahay niyo? May was evident in Rose’s “X Factor” win – Before we get to the map TV ba kayo? May mga malls ba kayo which, in part, was due to votes cast by and list of the average erect na ganyan, na malalaki?’ (Usually) mga the Israeli public. It holds true these days penis sizes for 80 countries matatanda,” Rose shared. when she performs there. worldwide, here are some Now, she proudly noted, “Sila (Israelis) “Ang sabi nila, ‘Hindi lang natin notable findings: ngayon ang nagkakalat na magaling sa dapat mahalin si Rose dahil magaling -The proper way to measure Pilipinas.” siyang kumanta, at hindi lang dapat na is from tip of the penis to the Rose couldn’t avoid reminiscing about binoto natin siya, kundi dapat nating very bottom of the pubic bone. her life. She recalled almost giving up mahalin siya,’ dahil nga dun sa kwento na -The global average is 5.5 after her first employer died in her care. nalaman din nila. Kaya lahat ng tao ’pag inches. “Mahal na mahal ko ’yun kasi siyempre nakita mo, nagpapalakpakan talaga sila.” -The most well hung country ’yun ang unang inaalagaan ko. Halos

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JM De Guzman pelikula namin. Kasi Dahil sa success ng Lawrence Fajardo, tells the tale of illegal masaya na po ako nung latest movie ni JM, Filipino immigrants in Japan and their gives an update ni-release siya ng Star malamang na bigyan na plight to evade authorities. Cinema, yon na lang siya ng ABS-CBN ng Sa latest update about him and Jessy, may on him and Jessy yung gusto naming bagong teleserye. naging pahayag din si JM. makamit. Tapos kumita Dalawang indie films “Hindi naman kami madalas lumabas. Mendiola pa, kaya sobrang nakaka- ang tinatapos ngayon Nung nanood kami ng sine, marami naman ovewhelmed na po. ni JM. Ang una ay ang kaming magkakasama do’n. Busy rin kasi Si JM de Guzman ngayon ang “actor of Masaya din daw Papa’s Boy ni Direk Don si Jessy, marami siyang ginagawa,” kuwento the hour” dahil kumita na ng more than ang pamilya niya sa Cuaresma at ang isa pa ay pa niya. P100 million ang pelikula nila ni Angelica magandang nangyari ang Imbisibol na bahagi Tungkol naman sa status ng kanilang Panganiban na That Thing Called . sa pagbabalik niya sa ng Sinag Maynila film relasyon ay matipid ang naging pahayag ng Hindi raw niya inakala na aabot ng ganu’n pelikula at sa showbiz festival na ipalalabas sa aktor. kalaki ang kikitain ng pelikula na palabas pagkatapos ng mga nangyari sa buhay niya March 18. “Friendly dating. Ha-ha-ha! Ganu’n lang pa rin hanggang ngayon sa ibang sinehan. nung mganakaraang taon. “Sa Imbisibol po mga OFW kami sa sa ngayon,” pag-amin pa ni JM. “Blessing po talaga, eh. Hindi ko talaga “Tuwang-tuwa po ang pamilya ko.” Japan. ” Ang Imbisibol, na idinirek ni ini-expect na maghi-hit ng ganu’n ang 18 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 PACQUIAO-MAYWEATHER Fight Prediction: OVERRATED AND WILL BE BORING TO WATCH

anymore and Floyd Mayweather to celebrate I hate saying this, but the facts say I’m his 38th birthday this coming Tuesday, not lying. Forget about Pacquiao’s knockout February 24, both of them are already past in Round 6 courtesy of Juan Manuel of their prime. Well yes, the speed and Marquez on their fourth meeting in 2012. stamina are still there but they will not be But let’s not forget that the Filipino boxing the same as it was five years ago. So, don’t icon won via unanimous decision on his last expect to be thrilled during the first few three opponents: Brandon Rios, Timothy rounds. Bradley, and Chris Algieri. Although the latter went down six times during the fight, Conclusion: I think the fire in Manny’s eyes is gone. I’d like to end by giving by giving my Manny Pacquiao has not won via fearless forecast for this fight: knockout since 2009 • The fight will be a super blockbuster but Despite winning 8 out of his last 10 many viewers will be dismayed. fights, Pacquiao last won via knockout in • There will be no knockout in any round. 2009 when he punished Miguel Cotto • The fight will last until Round 12 with no and won via TKO in Round 12. True bruises, blood or whatsoever. enough, Manny showed his boxing skills • The fight will be draw, and talks and enormous speed on his succeeding The Pacquiao-Mayweather fight is on, Year” in 2010. Despite the strong about Pacquiao vs Mayweather II will fights. But it was obvious that Pacquiao has immediately be announced. which will happen on May 2, 2015 at the demand from boxing and non-boxing fans, greatly reduced his “killer instinct” which MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas. Around both camps never agreed on terms. So why • If either Pacquiao or Mayweather shall he admitted. I can therefore assume his win, there will be controversy and protests 15 minutes after Floyd Mayweather Jr. did Mayweather finally agree? Well, we fight with Mayweather will not be that far. announced it this Friday, February 20 via have to wait for him to explain. But still, I as who really won. Floyd Mayweather has not won via • Both Floyd Mayweather and Manny his official Shots account, booking at the think the fight is late, very late. knockout since 2011 MGM hotel has been sold out. Sound The excitement of boxing fans was not as Pacquiao will announce their retirement Floyd Mayweather beat Marcos Maidana right after the fight. interesting, isn’t it? it used to be twice in a row last year. The first one But apparently, not the entire human Obviously, Twitter was flooded • It will take at least 50 years before another was in May, while the second one was set of boxers will be as famous as them. race agrees that this $250 Million Mega with news and reactions right after in September which incidentally his last Fight will be as spectacular as it will be, Mayweather made the much-awaited fight. Floyd also beat Robert Guerrero, and it includes me. And yes, I can see your announcement. However, neither the PS. I will still be watching the fight, but Miguel Cotto, and Saúl Alvarez, but his not because I think it will be exciting to angry eyes and eyebrows raised. But before hashtag #Pacquiao nor #Mayweather last knockout victory was in 2011 when he you react violently, allow me to explain why went trending on Twitter, not even watch. I will watch it simply because I want stopped Victor Ortiz in Round 4. While to witness history with my own eyes. I think the fight is overrated and will be the hashtags #MayweatherPacquiao these fights made good money, they didn’t boring to watch. or #PacquiaoMayweather. Well, the look as interesting as I expected them to be. The fight is late, very late Mayweather v Pacquiao phrase went Pacquiao and Mayweather are not in Disclaimer: The above opinion was The Mayweather vs Pacquiao fight has trending worldwide but it was already their prime anymore been in the news since 2009, more than five around 10 hours later. emailed to TN by a certain Roy, a Filipino Call me rude or whatever, but many American boxing fan based in California. years ago. In fact, Ring Magazine declared Pacquiao Mayweather overrated late tweet boxing fans will agree with me. With the failed negotiations as “Event of the Manny Pacquiao is not an exciting fighter To avoid being bullied, he requested his real Manny Pacquiao turning 37 this December name not to be mentioned. FOR RENT Bathurst and Wilson Large 1 and 2 bedroom suites. Renovated, hardwood, central a/c, Large balcony. Some suites with 2 bathrooms. Call Trinity at 416-256-2900 ext. 372 Or 416-931-2206

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MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 19 LM C Entertainment TIDBITS Kim Chiu is still special Erich receives to + other stories ‘death Echoing what her former best friend Kim Chiu told , Maja Salvador claims that it’s as if no past misunderstanding threats’ happened between her and the Past Tense actress. During a live appearance at The Buzz , Maja was Erich Gonzales says she never put on the hot seat about her friend as initiated by thought Janine,the role she plays Kris. “Napagusapan namin siya nung nag-food trip For MP in noong Monday last week and sinabi ni Kimmy, Mississauga Centre- ‘Ate alam mo kung ano ang pinaka-weird? Kris Aquino, Parang walang nangyari talaga. Parang back “yes” to Herbert Ontario to we’re to where we were,” said Kris. Bautista’s Maja agreed to the Queen of All Media’s Vote statement and said, “Oo, wala lang talagang unromantic communication, ‘yung mga text or tawagan proposal pero ‘pag nagkita kami. Sobrang okay Julius talaga.” It was a relationship that caught in “Two Wives,” which is ending everyone by surprise when the news first To further bolster the renewed Kim and broke out. It turns out that the relation- Tiangson in the next two weeks, will be the Maja’s rekindled friendship, Kris also added ship had more surprises for the two by Tony A. San Juan, OCT badass that she is now. “When that it came naturally for them saying that, people involved. the story started, she’s shy, but “No effort, no plastikan. It’s just effortless to In a blog post aptly titled “The State eventually, naging bida-kontra- of My Heart” then followed by the Firmly believing that Canada be what you were.” bidang sumama nang husto. It’s Whitney Houston hugot classic, “Where is a distinctive land of hope In fact, if she were to rate her current Do Broken Hearts Go” (with matching the most challenging role I’ve and opportunity as well as friendship with Kim, with 10 being the lyrics), Kris Aquino opened up about played so far. Sobra ang impact a place of realizing one’s full highest, Maja says they are at number her relationship with former boyfriend, pati sa viewers. Mayor . She apparently potentials, Filipino Canadian 8 even if they don’t get in touch that Sobrang messages sa ’kin sa cut her hair, stopped eating food that Julius Azarcon Tiangson is much. She pointed out, “Sobrang special reminded her of him, and took a That Instagram. Galit na galit sa akin such that person. Being in his pa rin naman sa ‘kin si Kim. Pinaparamdam Thing Called Tadhana trip to mend her at may threats pa. Di yata nila country of choice as a young ko naman ‘yun sakanya. Na in time, kung dumating ‘yung panahon na shattered heart. naiintindihan that I’m just play- And who can blame her? She said immigrant in 1987, he is now kung pwede lang talaga mabalik ‘yung lahat, sobrang gusto ko.” ing a role and it’s my job to do they “spoke of building a life together.” moving forward engaging As the public knows, it was Maja’s relationship with boyfriend Gerald It was that serious, guys. it well.” and meeting challenges to Anderson, who happens to be Kim’s ex-boyfriend, that tore their In fact, it was so serious that he friendship apart some years back. actually proposed. “He said he was further realize his dream of tired, he didn’t want to play games, While contributing his own quota TV5 Brings Happiness he was tired of chasing and of running by successfully navigating and many “No effort, no plastikan. away, and he wanted to feel secure To Different Regions speculate with someone he could grow old with,” participating in his adopted that she It’s just effortless to be wrote Kris. “He said, ‘walang romance, country’s political process. To entice more viewers walang lokohan, walang bolahan. “gave Julius Azarcon Tiangson, nationwide,TV5 is doing more what you were.” Okay na raw ba ‘ko to marry him kasi a practicing Christian and a up” her nga PAGOD na siya?” regional shows. friendship It was not the most romantic way former church minister, has After successfully spreading with Kim for her love life, Maja clarified, “Hindi naman siguro gi-nive to ask for a woman’s hand in marriage, been officially nominated cheer and happiness in Cebu which she admitted herself, but she “was up ‘yung friendship. Kung may chance na hindi ako mamimili, parang the official candidate of and Davao with its “Hap- in agreement.” the Federal Conservative hindi naman ako nagkaroon ng chance na mamili eh. Parang dumating According to Kris, things soured pyLipinas” events, TV5 brought na lang ako sa ganong sitwasyon na nandoon na. Wala na akong chance after she attempted to introduce Her- candidate for Member of Valentine’s Day bliss to Kapatids mamili.” Maja acknowledges the fact though that she felt the need to bert to her family. “...I realized he never Parliament in the new riding in Bacolod and Dumaguete. said he loved me, he was simply tired, apologize to Kim over falling for Gerald. Unfortunately though, she of Mississauga Centre in Kapatid stars were warmly wel- and I didn’t want to be his version of the Greater Toronto Area never had the chance. Salonpas, Alaxan, Ben Gay, or a mas- comed by both Cebuanos and “Yes. Hindi na dapat kailangan tanungin eh. Parang ako mismo gusto sage,” she continued. (How eloquent.) of Ontario. His official Davaoenos in the first wave of ko siyang kausapin nung panahon na ‘yon. Pero wala, sobrang walang It only got worse when she spoke about designation by the Tories “HappyLipinas” barangay tours, him on her show (thankfully without a chance kasi sarado, as in sarado. Talagang tinatanong ko sa sarili ko came after a good nomination with some audiences reportedly statement shirt), and he broke up with race on November 1, 2014 ‘bakit nangyayari ‘to ngayon?’” she recalled. her a day later. Over the phone. Gasp. coming from far-flung places to But now that all is behind them, Maja once again stressed that she’s Herbert, meanwhile, has said that having been involved in the party with their favorite TV5 idols, very much open for her boyfriend and Kim to work again in a project. their relationship was still in the “infant Conservative Party movement proving TV5’s growing presence stage.” Er, someone probably needs “Sabi ko nga ‘diba, okay ako kasi nga andami pa rin nilang fans. At ‘yun in Saskatchewan and Ontario in Visayas and Mindanao as they to clarify what “infant” means with the for a great many years. iba kasi talaga ‘yung chemistry nila eh. ‘Di ba kelan lang nag-pictorial good mayor. introduce their new show Hi-5, sila ng endorsement nila. Andoon parin ang chemistry,” she ended. As a young man in 1985, Happy Wife Happy Life, Solved Julius Tiangson came Na Solved, Healing Galing sa TV to Canada from Davao, andExtreme Series: Kaya Mo Ba Philippines through a ‘To?,Call Me Papa Jack, Move job-exchange program in It: Clash Of The Streetdanc- Rayver Cruz finds Julia Barretto ‘very attractive’ Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and ers, 2 ½ Daddies, and Mac & became a landed immigrant Chiz. The crowd not only got the Agad na nilinaw ni Rayver Cruz ang mga kumakalat na litrato nila ni Julia Barretto sa ilang mga social media two years later, some 28 years chance to jam with their favorite accounts at blog sites na diumano’y exclusively dating ang dalawa. ago. Happily married for over Kapatid stars, butalso went home Dagdag din ni Rayver na pinagtatawanan lang nila ni Julia ang mga balita tungkol sa diumano’y relasyon 26 years to the former Nona with various exciting prizes from ng dalawa. Lee”Bunny” Molina,they the Happy Network. Just this For “Parang kailan lang may nag-tweet sa akin dating daw. Yung pic- now have three children: Valentine, Ritz Azul personally ture na yun kinuhanan kami lang pero kasama ko buong family, alam Dana Mae, 24 years old, delivered romance to Kapatids mo yun, kaya nakakatuwa saka whether si Julia or ibang babae, kilala Francis, 22 and Nathan , 20. in the “HappyLipinas” event in niyo naman ako, honest ako. Kapag niligawan ko yung isang tao or Remarkably a devoted family Barangay Poblacion, Duma- gusto ko sasabihin ko naman.” , the Tiangsons faithfully guete and Carl Guevara made Natanong din siya ng Push na kung sakaling may pagkakataon ba believe in “serving God, the crowds to wild in Barangay ay liligawan niya si Julia at kung paano niya nakikita ang dalagang serving people and serving Pacanohoy, Bacolod City. Barretto, “I find her very attractive at honestly sobrang ganda niya. community”. Kapatids in Bacolod were Sinasabi ko naman yun sa kanya sa harapan niya. Sino ba namang The Founder and former also able to consult Healing tao ang hindi magkakagusto sa kanya or magkaka-crush pero kasi at this point in time ang dami niya pang Director of The Gateway Galing’s popular naturopathic pwedeng gawin, wala naman siyang time. Ewan ko kung gusto niyang mang-ano ng mga suitors niya, imposible Centre for New Canadians, expert, Dra. Edinell Calvario, naman na walang nanliligaw sa kanya pero sa ngayon I am happy na super close ako sa kanya… lagi kaming an immigrant -settlement & about different illnesses. lumalabas kahit nina Dani yung kapatid niya na wala naman si Julia, talagang close ako sa family niya.” Watch out as TV5 do more Ayon kay Rayver wala pa sa isip niya ngayon ang manligaw muli. Aniya, “Hindi ko pa kasi naiisip din at hindi VOTE JULIUS regional shows around the coun- naman ako nagmamadali.” continued from page 24 try to promote their new shows. 20 L. M. 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IT’S ON. Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao will meet Floyd Mayweather on May 2 in the mega-fight their fans have long clamored for, Mayweather confirmed Friday, February 20. The unbeaten American made the announcement via the social media website Shots.com. “What the world has been waiting for has arrived. Mayweather vs. Pacquiao on May 2, 2015, is a done deal,” How would he explain the appeal of Mayweather wrote. “I promised the fans we would get this done, and we did.” GMA Artist Center star Phytos Ramirez the show to its loyal viewers? proudly shows his donor card after “I guess they initially found the donating blood for the Kapuso Bloodletting Day in . show’s premise, the hetero-paternal fecundation where twins are conceived, but with different fathers, quite intriguing,” he says. “But after that’s Donations established, I guess we have to thank the writers for the good script and the great cast for their fine acting na siya from the heart talagang nagugustuhan ng viewers. And things now get more exciting with GMA Network turns over 1,783 blood joining the cast as Isabela bags to the Philippine Red Cross Zuñiga, the rich haciendera who will This February, the station with a heart nurse after he loses his continues to make a difference in the memory in an accident. Jean Garcia, lives of Filipinos with the annual Kapuso , , Thea Bloodletting Day held in key areas across Tolentino, Derrick Monasterio and the Philippines. Andre Paras are all excited when she Now on its 7th year, the Kapuso started taping for the show. The iconic Bloodletting Day is a project of GMA rivalry of Jean and Eula will once again Network’s Corporate Affairs Division in make the screen sizzle in Book 3 of cooperation with the Network’s socio- this consistently top-rating afternoon civic arm, GMA Kapuso Foundation and prime show of GMA.” GMA Regional TV, in partnership with “The Half Sisters” remains the the Philippine Red Cross. uncontested number 1 daytime drama The event, which encouraged the entire soap nationwide. It’s the program Kapuso workforce to take part in saving of choice of viewers not only in its lives by donating blood, was held last bailiwick Mega Manila and Urban February 11 at GMA Network Center Luzon, but across National Urban in Quezon City. The whole day affair saw Philippines. Expect more riveting employees, officers, artists and even their revelations as the drama continues in family and friends taking time out from “The Half Sisters” weekdays after “Eat their daily work activities to participate Bulaga” on GMA Afternoon Prime. in the worthy cause. The initiative was also extended LORNA T: nationwide with bloodletting drives held in the regions, namely, Ilocos, Dagupan, Not Looking For Love Bicol, Cebu, Iloilo, Bacolod, Cagayan de is happy to support Oro, Davao and GenSan, on Feb 14. today’s hottest teen love team, The Kapuso Bloodletting Day yielded Kathniel, in “Crazy Beautiful You”. a total of 1, 783 blood bags (799, 550 cc) “Nakakatuwa with the event in Quezon City producing katrabaho ang hottest 333 blood bags (147, 050 cc) and the teen love team natin. regional bloodletting drives producing 1, Nakakaramdam 450 blood bags (652, 500 cc). ako ng kilig habang “This event was a success, not only pinanonood ko silang because the donations this year surpassed umaarte sa harap ng camera. Iba talaga the prior year but also because this ang chemistry nila. Nag-shoot kami huge turnout and continued support is on location sa isang Aeta community a testament to our solidarity with the in Tarlac at nakita ko rin doon ang Network’s commitment to uplift the kagandahan ng loob ni Daniel in lives of our fellow Filipinos,” says GMA giving school supplies para tulungan Kapuso Foundation EVP and COO Mel ang mga bata roon.” C. Tiangco. She remains loveless after her late GMA Networks donates blood “None of this would be possible husband passed. Isn’t without the generosity and bravery of she looking for a Valentine date? each Kapuso donor who believe in and “No. Ang ka-Valentine ko is my apo, donated to our cause,” she furthers. si Tori, named after me kasi pareho GMA Corporate Affairs AVP Teresa kaming Victoria. Anak siya ng eldest L. Pacis, meanwhile, says this activity is ko si Ralph. I promised her dadalhin a concrete means by which employees ko siya sa Disneyland after ng shooting can engage in the Network’s corporate ng ‘Crazy Beautiful You’. Siya ang ka- social responsibility efforts. “The annual date ko.” bloodletting program is an integral part What advice can he give them? of our CSR platform. We look after the “Ituloy lang nila kung ano yung welfare of our employees by encouraging natural. What you see is what you get. them to mine the health benefits of Sa bagay, lumalabas naman ’yan on donating blood. At the same time, we screen, kung ano ’yung nangyayari sa get our employees to actively take part kanila, nakikita nyo naman. Maski ako, in enriching the lives of our fellow kinikilig ako, eh. Fan nila ako.” Filipinos.” The ceremonial turnover of blood bags was led by (L-R) GMA Corporate Affairs AVP Teresa L. Pacis, PRC “Crazy Beautiful You,” has already National Blood Center OIC Dr. Edmundo N. Marra, Chairman of PRC-Quezon City Chapter Dr. Hermogenes D. made P110 million in just five days. Jarin, and GMA Kapuso Foundation EVP and COO Mel C. Tiangco on February 11 at GMA Network Center. MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. 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But for me, episode, “Teresa” is nominated for best enters its last three weeks, there were a lot of better presiden- camera work. In the Biography /Profiles Kaya Abad admitted tiables that time. You know them, I’m category, “Reel Time” is nominated for she has one wish when sure. “Dungkoy,” a 10-year-old boy from Ca- it comes to what she lauan, , left alone by his parents to wants her character take care of his paralyzed grandma. Yvonne to experience by #1 Many Filipinos want to have “Motorcycle Diaries” is nominated for the time the show ends. a hero, not a great president “Karapatan ng Bata” episode in the Hu- “Yumaman naman sana ako (laughs). There are endless debates about man Concerns category. It’s about how Kaye said she has learned a lot from the Ninoy Aquino being declared a hero, poverty denies countless Filipino children while Marcos loyalists continue CONGRATULATIONS to GMA-7 for show as an actor and as a single person. their basic rights shown through various stand by their principles. This can be the eight nominations they got from the After having recently taking time off less fortunate children in the country. compared between the issue of Emilio New York Festival World’s Best TV and from work because she got sick, Kaye “Walang Rape sa Bontok,” one of the Aguinaldo and Andres Bonifacio. Films competition. “Kapuso Mo, Jessica said she was thankful her boyfriend Paul winning entries in the first Cine Totoo Politics is eating us alive but we never Soho” is finalist in the Human Interest Jake Castillo was there to take care of Documentary Festival is a finalist in learn. In fact, I think Philippines is category for its episode “From Saudi with her. “Siyempre nakakatuwa na nandun the Film/Documentaries category. The getting worst. Many Filipinos want to Love.” A heartwarming story about grati- siya na nagbantay,” she said. documentary by Carla Samantha Ocampo have a hero for their president, instead tude that crosses borders, it featured Saudi At 33, Kaye admitted she knows her tells the story of two sexually abused of someone who is really capable of journalist Rawan Radwan’s search for her boyfriend of less than a year is already Filipinas. GMA News TV’s “May Pag- leading the country in all aspects, former Pinay nanny. marriage material. “Siguro nakita ko na asa” sta-tion ID, a collection of stories of especially in improving the economy. In the Community Portraits category, rin. hope that aims to show the power of the Anyone can be a hero, but not anyone Reporter’s Notebook is nominated for At this point, Kaye said she is even human heart to see light in the midst of willing to consider having a baby before can be a great president. its “Burak at Pangarap” episode about darkness is also a finalist in the Station/ 12-year-old Junjun, one of the 78,000 getting married already. “Ako okay ako Image Promotion category. All finalists dun. Kasi may edad na rin ako. Pero children in Metro Manila left homeless will proceed to a second round of judg- Conclusion kasi yun nga, both my brother and my I have no personal attachment or when a fire razed more than a hundred ing by award-winning industry experts sister pareho silang nauna yung baby anger to the Marcoses and Aquinos. I houses in Malabon City. from around the globe. Winners will be bago kasal so I wanted to sana to give admire President Marcos for his strong “Front Row” is a finalist in the Best presented at the 2015 Television and Film my parents yung kasal bago baby,” she leadership. I also respect the bravery Public Affairs Program category for Awards Ceremony scheduled on April 14 admitted. of Ninoy Aquino for risking his life its feature on the disease Amyotrophic in Las Vegas. Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), that took viewers for his principles. But being a Filipino, I hope we all move forward and stop pointing fingers. If we really like to have a hero, we can be a hero in our little ways. Birthday on Valentine’s Day If you hate corruption, don’t pay a fixer and process your papers legally. If you want the economy to grow, don’t buy pirated products. If you want free- dom, use it properly and don’t abuse it. If you want great public servants, don’t vote for trapos in 2016. If you can practice these traits, consider yourself as a hero. Otherwise, please move to Antartica. Or better yet, cross EDSA while the green light is on and buses are running fast.

Guests os birthday celebrant Dr. Kirupakaran pose for a group picture. MIDDLE, Geri Villamor, Dr. Kirupakaran and Marilyn Penano pose at the birthday party. RIGHT, Geri Villamor, Maria Panaligan and mom Genelie and Wil Villamor enjoy the delicious food at the party. 22 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 Richard Yap and to star in a new series “They will definitely be treated to a Hunk Shot new screen combination. I will also be working with a new set of co-stars. But to be honest, I wouldn’t expect that it will run on air as long as . From what I know, it’ll be shorter. But who knows, right? It would depend on the viewers’ reception,” Carlo enjoys states Richard. He made it to the list of New Movie Taekwondo and After the highly successful run of his Actor nominees in the forthcoming Star Filipino Martial morning soap Be Careful with My Awards for the Movies. He was cited Arts. Carlo Heart, Richard Yap’s next big project for his work in The Amazing Praybeyt wishes to be pairs him with no less than Judy Ann Benjamin. a master in Santos. “It’s a big honor! Being nominated is “That’s right!” he says. “It’s still already an achievement. For me, it’s like Balintawak Arnis untitled though. We would still have bagging the trophy at stake. Win or lose, Scrima. He loves a story conference and from there, I’ll I’m proud to be recognized. I’m deeply music and plays have clearer details regarding the show. grateful to the Philippine Movie Press the flute. The Production says we might start taping Club (PMPC)!” best thing of all, middle of this month. This early, I’m It seems that the charming actor is simply excited!” looking at a busy 2015. he enjoys family Many ask if he is under pressure “Well, hopefully, yes! First is my lat- gatherings and since he came from a highly successful est soap opposite Judy Ann. I wish it cousin chats. program. becomes another hit. It’s our maiden In the future, “Honestly, I try not to pressure myself. screen team-up so I hope the public will he wants to Instead, I think positive. It’s a new show support us. Then, there’s this new film and it’s also light so I’m pretty sure TV in which I’m part of the main cast. It’s be a computer buffs would like it.” not as grand as the Amazing Praybeyt programmer Be Careful with My Heart aired for Benjamin but still, it has an interesting and a part time almost two years. Does he think his lat- and fresh concept that moviegoers will mortgage broker est project opposite Judy Ann also holds love. I hope it will get the same level of like his dad. His the same potential? support.” “It’s premature to say, so to speak. My Speaking of Praybeyt Benjamin, will proud parents are breakthrough soap was a certified hit. he be keen on joining a third instalment Joy and Rolly. People loved it. I can only wish the same if ever? for my new offering. As I’ve said, it’s “With regards to that, I still haven’t also light stuff, and it’s with Judy Ann. heard of a possible third part yet. I think I promise to do my best to once again Vice (Ganda) is doing another project render an endearing performance to the with Coco (Martin). Let’s wait and see,” Carlo Villa viewers. ends Richard.

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LM C Entertainment integration organization in the City of Mississauga, Ontario, he successfully Dangal para sa natatangi niyang collaborated with over 40 community pagganap sa Magkakabaung (The associations in the Greater Toronto Coffin Maker). Area and reaching out to the Filipino, “Hindi ko talaga ini-expect Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist and ang lahat ng mga awards na Christian communities, as well. natatanggap ko ngayon. Ang With his strong community gusto ko lang talaga ay gumawa ng involvement and leadership , Tiangson makabuluhang pelikula, pero dahil is a recipient of distinctive honours sa kanilang mga pagkilala, sobrang and recognition, among which are: nagpapasalamat ako,” pahayag the Government of Canada’s Queen ni Allen na isa sa mga bida sa Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Award pelikulang Imbisibol na kalahok and the City of Mississauga’s Civic sa Sinag Maynila Film Festival na Award of Recognition, for 10 years mapapanood on March 18-25. of active civic-volunteer service in the Eh, ano ba ang feeling ng city. naghahakot ng acting award? Asked why he is running for MP, “Nakaka-proud yung J. Tiangson “wants to represent the pakiramdam na after Coco new Mississauga Centre.... being one (Martin) noon, ako na yung of Canada’s most diverse and exciting parang indie actor na maraming places to live, work, and play”. Adding, awards. Ibang klase yung it is “ truly a microcosm of Canada fulfillment. Kumbaga, nagbunga and the ideals of what this nation is lahat yung strugges ko, nagbunga all about..... really a place to belong !” Jericho Rosales & Kim yung paghihirap at pagtitiyaga ko,” He is inviting fellow Mississaugans, simula niyang pahayag. especially his Filipino kababayans, to “Masaya ako sa paggawa ng “join him to make a difference today Jones indie, every time na may indie and the next generation to open wider film akong gagawin, nae-excite pa doors of opportunity and to represent And baby Makes 3? rin ako, ibinibigay ko pa rin yung the values of his riding.” come Federal best ko. Hinding-hindi ko talaga election in October, 2015 iiwanan ang paggawa ng indie,” sey Modestly, he says that his journey first of all Australian si Kim so medyo open pa ng aktor. “will take a lot of hard work, but with fter tying the knot ‘yung kultura nila ‘di ba so hindi masyadong your help we can do it” and similarly, last year, Jericho konserbatibo pero may values siyempre si is encouraging everyone to take a Rosales has been Kim. Walang naging problema sa amin ‘yun Sarah Lahbati can copy moment and help get the word out by persistently asked ever kasi alam niya na ginagawa ko ‘yung sharing with your network of friends, whether or not he work ko, na may reason. She knows that na Sarah Lahbati is quite perfect in relatives and acquaintances. To is already planning hindi ako gagawa ng isang bagay for wrong her role as the mysterious woman volunteer or donate contact : Tel. 647- to have a baby with reasons, that’s how much she trusts me and 292- 7849 or Email:jtiangson4mp@ wife Kim Jones. In an interview with the vice versa.” gmail.com. actor during the photo shoot of his new show He further stressed that Kim is very Bridges of Love, Jericho shared that there is understanding when it comes to his work no plan yet since they are both caught up with and he appreciates her for it. “She’s the most their respective careers and they still have supportive, she’s my best friend, she’s my most more things to pursue professionally. favorite person in the world and the only issue A“Wala pa[ng plano] hindi pa, I’m still now of course is she’s busy, she’s very busy ‘yun praying about it kung kailan ang perfect lang pero okay lang ‘yan. 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With his busy ang nakamit ni Allen Dizon para sa pelikulang a mother prematurely, she would schedule now that would be impossible so Magkakabaung (The Coffin Maker). Siya have been a bigger star by now he would rather not have it happen soon. “I ngayon ang itinuturing na most awarded indie since she was already on the verge want to be there for her kapag nabuntis na of stardom then. But what can ForBeachtek DXA-SLR Sale Pro actor. Just recently, muling nanalo si Allen ng siya. I want to be there a few months before Best Actor sa Gawad Tanglaw. Siya ang solo she do? She fell in love and when siya manganak and a few months after siya $175 /Best offer winner for that category. you’re in love, it’s all that matters. manganak so timing is crucial talaga. Gusto Bukod sa Gawad Tanglaw, tinanghal At any rate, she can still make a ko andon ako eh para sa kanya and we’re both ding Best Actor si Allen sa 9th Harlem successful comeback if she’d play it not ready pa so we are praying hard about it. International Film Festival in New York , 3rd right. After all, Jennylyn Mercado Time will come.” Hanoi Vietnam International Film Festival also became an unwed mother but The actor is set to star in the upcoming at MMFF New Wave Category in Metro she was able to bounce back and soap Bridges of Love this March. With the Manila Film Festival last year. look at her now, even winning a intimate and passionate scenes that his role Binigyan din siya ng special citations ng best actress award. requires, how is Kim reacting to it? “Well 416-945-2336 Inquirer Indie Bravo Awards at ng 7th Ani Ng

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LEFT, Debutante Dyezel Mae Angel celebrated her 18th birthday at Celebration Banquet Hall on January 31, 2015 with her classmates, friends, and relatives. RIGHT, Maximus David celebrated his 1st first birthday on Jan. 31, 2015 at Memories of Japan with Dad Davey, Mom Donna; playmates, relatives, and friends. PHOTOS BY ARIEL RAMOS 24 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 Spotlight

In 1945, After World War II, American Occupation Troops stationed in Quezon City, Philippines, were befriended by Maximo Gimenez, a Stanford-educated teacher. A few came to his nearby house for a drink or two, until they insisted that they pay for their drinks. Maximo decided to open a café which served Kathryn on her chicken, steak and drinks. He was joined by Mercedes, his wife, and Felipa, his sister-in-law. ASAP rivalry His niece, Ruby, managed the kitchen. Joined by her husband Claro, Ruby concocted a Now that her co-ASAP It Girls’ careers special recipe for chicken that was adored are soaring, Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo by G.I.s, and they kept coming back for more. couldn’t be any happier for Liza Soberano, Janella Salvador, and Julia Barretto. Soon enough, the Filipino public heard about Despite being pitted against each other the delicious chicken- tender, juicy and crispy. since their group’s formation, Kathryn, dur- They came too! ing her live The Buzz appearance on Sunday Encouraged by her mother to expand the has shrugged off the idea of having them as menu and serve more Filipino food, Ruby set up her competition. “I can’t choose Tito Boy [Abunda] eh, the Baclaran branch along Roxas Boulevard in feeling ko ako as long as they’re trying and Paranaque. It was decided that the restaurant as long as nag-wo-work hard ka feeling ko would be named Max’s which was Maximo’s ‘yun ang imporante. Parang ako lang naman nickname. ito, parang hindi naman ako sobrang malayo sa kanila na ako ‘yung mag-de-decide sa ganong bagay,” she said. “I think hindi ako ‘yung right person.” The Crazy Beautiful You actress has stressed in previous reports that the only competition she has is herself. However, Kathryn, who is no stranger to comparison shared that she makes a conscious effort Crossword not to let it derail her. A good example of which was when she was pitted against Julia Puzzle Montes. “Kasi ever since Mara Clara days kino- compare kami ‘di ba? Parati nilang sinasabi na ‘Bakit hindi kayo nag-aaway? Or may competition sa inyong dalawa kasi ganon ‘yung sabay kayo ganyan?’” she shared.

KEEP POOR PEOPLE POOR AWARD OF continued from page 7 RECOGNITION Edgar Sulit of iPEN presented Annabelle the American umbrella during East Asia’s Migalbin with an Award of most turbulent period—could afford to safely Recognition at Saint John’s disregard the plight of our powerless. Parish Hall on January 31, 2015. Even two successive insurgencies PHOTO BY BONG between 1950 and 1970 did not disturb our MOLANO complacency. But how much longer can we really keep things as they are?

What are we to do? The lessons are all around us; the lessons are plain and simple. Alleviation of durable mass poverty of the kind we have—of poverty passed down from generation to generation—cannot be just a byproduct— merely an incidental benefit—of growth that swells corporate profits first of all. “Trickle down” does not work well enough and quickly enough. Not only is there a short limit to “spread effect.” Indeed its backwash disadvantages regions farther away: the growth pole sucks away their stores of capital and their most entrepreneurial people. We must make growth work deliberately for the poor. And in my view leaders, political parties and governments succeed best when in their policies they combine the individual initiative that capitalism stimulates with socialism’s original compassion for those whom development leaves behind. Finding our way toward this new social contract will be long and difficult. But it is work we cannot forego; it is work we cannot shirk; else we end up like Tolstoy’s hypocritical do-gooder, who was willing to lighten the poor man’s load by all possible Answers on means—except by getting off his back. Page 26

MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 25 Julia & dad

LM C make peace LifeHEALTH • RELATIONSHIPS • FOOD • CULTURE • TIPS We somehow feel sad for Julia Barretto. When she decided to officially drop her dad Dennis Honesty Padilla’s family name and they got estranged, is healthier people were bashing her nonstop for not respecting her father. Now that she has patched things up with him by visiting Erwan Heusaff him while taping for “Deal or No Deal” to personally hand to him her invitation for her MANILA - A health expert said Professes His Love for debut on March 10, bashers are having a lovers should stop cheating on their heyday once again saying it’s all part of a partners, saying that doing so raises Anne Curtis turned 30 last Tuesday, Feb. the most caring and hardest working move for damage control. Here are some of the risk of a heart attack. “Be honest 17, and she says she has so much to be woman I know. Today you turned 30, the unsavory remarks they wrote on Julia’s to your loved one,” said Dr. Willie thankful for. She started her career when a number that freaks out most people, Instagram account. Ong, a fellow of the Philippine Heart she was 11 years old in ’s sending them into a frenzy of ‘what have “I don’t wanna judge, pero dapat ibalik Association. Ong cited a study “Magic Kingdom.” I done with my life?’. In your case you’ve niya muna ang apelyido ng tatay niya dahil showing that being honest to your She has since won best actress awards accomplished so much already. You’ve ‘yun ang first step sa pag-acknowledge­ sa loved one reduces stress, and helps for films like “Baler” and “No Other kept a strong head during tough times tatay niya.” prevent heart attack. Woman” and, on TV, for “Green Rose.” and have arrived more fulfilled than ever. “Sana nga, totoo ‘yan at hindi lang He added that people would enjoy She also goes down in history as the I can’t wait to conquer more countries pakitang-tao dahil sadsad na ang career life better if they do not cheat on their only non-singer who was able to fill with you, eat our way through bizarre mo.” partners or loved ones. up the Big Dome with her concert, cities, wreck ourselves at workouts, binge “I’m sorry to say but what is done is done. He also recommended that lovers “AnneBisyosa.” watch TV series’ and bounce around like You may have reconciled with your father should strive to give their partners “The Lord and the public have idiots at different concerts.” and everyone is happy for you. Believe touching gifts such as a poem, letter been good to me,” she says. “So I Erwan is usually reticent when me, I do too. Pero kasi, the issue is you or a message which he said convey can’t complain. It’s been an incredible, it comes to his private life, especially disrespecting your dad kaya hindi na ‘yon more feelings than cakes and other humbling but beautiful journey so far his personal relationship with Anne. mabubura sa pananaw ng tao.” fatty foods. Ong said that while and I really feel so blessed.” But this time, he was very generous in “I’m glad that you patched things up your loved one may hold the key to For her birthday, her BF Erwan his feelings for her with the public on with your father but I hope that it’s not just your heart, he said that one should Heussaff, posted on Instagram her photo social media, so Anne is understandably for publicity’s sake.” I know this is only for practice a healthy lifestyle and diet in front of a cake with lighted candles. grateful and joyous. What a nice birthday media’s sake. Para bumango at gumanda to keep the heart healthy. “So instead Then he writes a very beautiful piece present indeed for a girl who already has naman ang pangalan ni Julia. Hindi na of buying fatty foods, why not give a for his innamorata: “Happy birthday to everything. kasi sikat at nasapawan na siya ni Liza more permanent gift?,” Ong asked. Soberano. Para gumanda ang image, ‘di However, if lovers really want to ba? Ganyan naman sa showbiz.” give chocolates, Ong said they “Kailangan niya ulit gumawa ng should choose dark chocolate which What Kathryn pangalan kasi namamatay na ‘yung name should contain less sugar and less niya sa issue that mas may career sina Liza­ caramel. He said that dark chocolate Soberano, Kathryn Bernardo and Janella should be made up of at least 60-70 doesn’t have Salvador kesa sa kanya. Those three girls, percent cocoa to ensure that it may career and have their own shows and The teaser of “Crazy Beautiful You” starring would have flavonoids, antioxidants, also movies. Si Julia, wala. Kaya need niya , Kathryn Bernardo, Gabby and flavanols, which are good for ulit gumawa ng pangalan by using her dad Concepcion and Lorna Tolentino makes for a the heart and blood vessels. He also (na kunwari, okey na between sa kanilang promising hit movie. In one scene, Kathryn is encouraged eating only a moderate dalawa). Timing na magde-debut na si seen talking to someone when a guy snatches amount of chocolate, approximately Julia. Super-hate ni Marjorie si Dennis.” her phone. Daniel comes to her rescue only to an ounce (around 30 grams) a day. Personally, we want to give Julia the find out that Kathryn has managed to save her He also recommended that couples benefit of the doubt and believe she’s phone from the snatcher ahead of him. should enjoy food cooked at home, sincere in reconciling with her dad. And The movie is a follow-up to the smash hit, Must which healthier than the food being Dennis will attend Julia’s debut at Shangri- Be...Love and She’s Dating a Gangster in 2014. served in most restaurants. La’s Rizal Ballroom on March 10. As to Meanwhile, we like Kathryn’s attitude about “Instead of an expensive restaurant whether Julia and Marjorie are now willing herself. She knows that she was not blessed with date, why not cook at home and to withdraw their petition for “change of a shapely body like her peers but she says she’s enjoy a romantic dinner for two. For family name” that they filed in court, we happy with what God had given her. Besides, example, you can eat fish like tuna, have no answer yet. As of now, we’re told what matters is she’s got one of the most mackerel, bangus and salmon,” he it’s still going on and the next hearing at the lovable faces among her peers, and she has a said. Quezon City Regional Trial Court will be on charm that many fans love. March 25.

SAVE MONEY Candid SPOOF continued on page 26 Crossword Answers abroad. “OFWs should not be blinded by the fact O, hindi ba, mag- that they are earning good money. They should kamukha kami? open their eyes to the reality that when they come home, they ought to have a substitute or alternative source of income for their families. That’s what financial literacy is all about,” Baldoz explained. Chona Mantilla, National Reintegration Center for OFWs director, said OFWs most often overlook the need to save or to invest for the future. Baldoz and Mantilla urged OFWs to set aside 10 percent to 20 percent of their income every month. Equally beautiful mother Digna and her daughter attend the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation Induction dinner. 26 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 Joey Baking’s (www.Filipinogoodlife.com) Filipino Good Life Filipino Centre Toronto Valentine’s Party Kris Bernal breaks free

At 25, Kris Bernal dreams of becoming one of the top versatile ac- tresses of her generation and believes that she will be able to make it in 2015. On the February issue of the collaborative online photo maga- zine MusePH, Kris reveals that she is ready to face everything just to survive and triumph this challenge that she has set upon herself. After being hailed as the Ultimate Love Team together with Martin Escudero in StarStruck IV’s finale, she has been living under the light of being the sweetheart, the cute and Filipino Centre Toronto (FCT) held its Valentine’s Party at Rizal Hall of FCT on Feb. 14, 2015. The party was jammed packed with amiable Kapuso star. But now, as the friends, former Miss participants, and supporters of FCT. New Year opens for new opportuni- ties, Kris wants to step up and be aggressive with the goals she sets for her career. Looking fierce and fresh with an Daniel motivated by past sufferings ensemble of black and white outfits, Kris overflows with an aura of determination and power. She glares ang una niyang ginawa ng magkapera innocent daughters to suit her own ulterior through the pictures, showing how na, nagpagawa ng bahay at lahat silang motive. her eyes pierce through the camera magkakapatid, pati mga kamag-anak ng “While we are threshing out our and register as someone who is ready mama niya, kasama nila roon at siya ang property relations in connection with the to break free and conquer a different tumatayong breadwinner.” pending cases we have filed against each venture. “Talagang napakabuti niyang tao,” says other, she is dragging our children to gain “You only live once, but once is Kathryn herself. “Hindi ko ‘to sinasabi leverage on me. Admittedly we have our enough if you live it well,” sustains dahil ka-loveteam ko siya pero mabait own differences like any other ordinary the GMA Artist Center star. She ho ‘yan. Pati yung mga bata sa Aeta couple, but our children should not be strongly expresses her desire to make community in Tarlac where we shot ‘Crazy affected and worse, be used by anyone of us the most out of her career, and is Beautiful You’ on location, tinulungan just to force the issue upon each other. more than willing to try different niya.” “I must hasten to say that it greatly roles to portray. Daniel is also open to criticism. He exasperates me to hear that Sunshine filed With her outright conviction and agrees when someone said he’s gaining too a complaint against me and immediately grit to step out from the perky, girl- Daniel Padilla says the title of their movie much weight and this is not good for a teen thereafter went to the media to announce next-door image, surely people will that opens tomorrow, “Crazy Beautiful heartthrob. “Kasi, noong araw, lagi akong to the public that a case had been filed expect a stronger and bolder Kris You”, perfectly suits his leading lady, sinasabihang mukha akong butiki dahil ang against me. Her lawyer even had the Bernal this year. Kathryn Bernardo. “She can be crazy kasi payat-payat ko,” he says. “Ngayong tumaba temerity to discuss the merits of the addict siya sa adrenalin rush,” he says. ako, sumobra naman daw so magda-diet na complaint. ••••••••••••••••••••••• “Hindi siya ‘yung tipong matatakutin sa ako para hindi ako masyadong lumaki.” Sunshine and her lawyer should realize mga bagay na extreme. Mas matapang pa that the complaint involves our own Eraserheads Music siya sa akin sa mga ganu’n. Hindi ‘yung daughters. As I understand it, the law on crazy na maiirita ka na ang kulit-kulit, Cesar Deny Sunshine’s VAWC shields the minors, our daughters is Garbage, Bamboo ganyan. Crazy siyang cute ang dating. And Accusations at that, from public embarrassment, Most Overrated beautiful.” humiliation and ridicule. Don’t they realize No doubt the most successful young denied ex-wife Sunshine that they have exposed our daughters to Vocalist actor today in terms of assignments and Cruz’ accusation that he masturbated in these kind of situation. endorsements, folks say it’s good karma front of their three daughters. This is what I respectfully appeal to Sunshine, if On the blog for Daniel because he’s really a good son he says in his official statement: you want the property you have been MGA KUWENTO NI JUAN to his mom and his four siblings who have “I vehemently deny all accusations being clamoring for, then so be it. I have signed by Juan Bautista different dads. “He really cares for them hurled against me by , most the compromise agreement giving you what very much,” says someone who has known esp. this latest, most hurtful of all involving you want. But do not and never ever again (Rom Jason Zipagan Bautista) since he was a little boy. “Nakita niya ang our daughters directly. I may not have been drag our innocent daughters to settle our “Indie, & the Famous, Rich and paghihirap ng mama niya noong walang- a perfect husband, but I am most definitely differences just to suit your own personal Respected Musicians of OPM” wala pa sila at napuputulan sila ng kuryente not a monster father. I am grossly interest.” dahil wala silang pambayad. Kaya naman disheartened with Sunshine in using our

ASEAN INTEGRATION Asean integration. “As integration calls for “Currently, in the Philippines, the practice But Drilon said that the proposed continued from page 6 a free exchange of resources, we must ask of law is restricted only to Filipino lawyers. liberalization of law practice must ensure ourselves: what does integration mean to the This proposal for liberalization allows that foreign lawyers will live up to the Drilon called for the need to liberalize the legal profession? What is its impact on the for collaborative work between Filipino standards and principles of lawyering in the Philippine legal profession to permit foreign practice of law? In this era of integration, and foreign lawyers, where the matter or Philippines, a practice that requires loyalty lawyers to practice in the country and help the ASEAN lawyer must learn to navigate transaction involves both domestic and to the rule of law and fidelity to the cause their local counterparts keep pace with multiple legal jurisdictions,” Drilon said. foreign law,” he explained. of the client. market and policy shifts as a result of the MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015 L. M. Confidential 27 28 L. M. Confidential MARCH 2015 MARCH 2015