New DZRH station manager

Deo Macalma

Congratulations to Deo Macalma, who’s been appointed VP-Station Manager of DZRH, the oldest surviving radio network. Macalma is known for his “Espesyal Na Balita” over DZRH.

Also known as “Lakay” to listeners, he has been with DZRH since 1980, after finishing his journalism course at Lyceum of the Philippines. He made his mark as a field reporter during the 1986 EDSA Revolution, primarily chasing tanks as instructed by then news director Rey Langit. Through the years, he evolved into a radio commentator, tackling current issues with his inimitable comic flair.

But it was with his lighthearted guessing game on “Espesyal Na Balita” that Macalma and his bubuwits gained legendary status, with firsthand reports on clandestine activities of showbiz celebrities and political figures coming from roomboys, waiters, security guards, and hospital personnel, with his tipster crew later expanding to include senators, congressmen, generals, and cabinet members themselves.

Since the death of DZRH top honcho Joe Taruc, Macalma has filled a void no other radioman could possibly do so, valiantly steering the news and public affairs team amid the oft-turbulent seas of radio broadcasting. His appointment as VP and Station Manager is certainly well-deserved.

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LAKAMBINI NG LAS CASAS QUEENS (from left): Reina del Oriente Christine Torres, Lakambini ng Las Casas 2018 Trisha Martinez, and Reina Occidente Alyssa Nojadera

Beauty and heritage

The Lakambini ng Las Casas was chosen recently by Las Casas Filipinas at its heritage house in Bagac, Bataan. The Lakambini ng Las Casas beauty pageant, now on its second year, aims to pay homage to the fabled Carnival Queen search.

The 19-year-old Lakambini ng Balanga Trisha Martinez was crowned Lakambini ng Las Casas 2018. Christine Torres of Mariveles was named Reina del Oriente while Bagac native Alyssa Nojadera got the Reina Occidente title. The special awardees were: Lakambini NLEX (Miss Congeniality) Alyssa Nojadera, Lakambini Fotographia (Miss Photogenic) and Lakambini Ruel Rivera (Best in Long Gown) Martinez, and Lakambini Victoria Skin Care Clinic (Best in Swimsuit).

Among the judges were Miss Earth 2008 Karla Henry, Honorary Consul for the Republic of Angola Helen Ong, Ambet Nabus and Fashion Designer Association of the Philippines president Gil Gardana.

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, June 23, go to Daisy Reyes, Lady Valerie, Dr. Sol Alvarez, Manny Parlan, Mitzi Regala, Tommy Reyes, Rudy dela Pena, Harold Chris Orpilla, Paco Pili, Aileen Eusebio, Jason Valdez, Cara and Manu D.C. Alegre, and Ansel Beluso…June 24: Ruffa Gutierrez, Johnny Dayang, Christian Patrick Castillo, Janet Susan Rodriguez, Lily Lim, Rica del Rosario, Kristine Fernandez, Cornelia Gomez, Ria Mauricio, Abraham de Vera III, John Vargas, Nina Teotico Bravo, Cecille Villareal, Palmolive Palma, Marbee Shing Go, Susana Ancheta, Mabel Acosta, Juanita Galang Trinidad, and John Lloyd Cruz…June 25: Efren Reyes, Nene Chipeco, Jennifer Nicolas, Ryan Joshua Belen, Nestor Cuartero, Raymund Isaac, Chocoleit, Dr. Jojo Lomitao, Cora Zabala, Jayjay Pumaren, Gianne de Perlata, Apples Segubience and GMA’s Philip Yalong…

Wendy's and 7-Eleven partnership

Wenphil Corp., the licensee and operator of the Wendy's hamburger chain and Philippine Seven Corp. (PSC), the licensee of convenience store 7-Eleven, that a joint partnership to have more stores in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. These stores are open 24 hours a day, while Wendy's offers 24-hour phone and online delivery services.

Wenphil is a partnership among the Pardo family, the group of Michael Kho and retail tycoon Lucio Co.


The company is a long-time Philippine franchisee of Wendy’s International and currently has 45 outlets of the hamburger chain across Luzon.

The first phase of expansion program of Wendy's 24-hour stores:

NCR - National Capitol Region

Manila-1st District

• Juan Luna Street, Tondo
• N. Zamora corner Morines Streets, Tondo
• Lakandula corner Ylaya Streets

Manila-3rd District

1. Ongpin Street, Binondo Drive Thru (near Eng Bee Tin headquarters)
2. Quintin Paredes Road, Binondo
3. City Place Square, Felipe 2, Binondo
4. San Fernando Street, Binondo
5. Escolta Twin Towers, Escolta Street, Binondo
6. Quezon Boulevard, Quiapo (near Quiapo Church)
7. Unit 4, Ground Floor, Isabelle de Hidalgo Building, F.R. Hidalgo Street, Quiapo
8. Mendiola Square Building, Quiapo
9. Arlegui Street, Quiapo
10. 2108 Legarda Street, Quiapo
11. 1625 Tayuman Street, Quiapo
12. R. Papa corner Loyola Street, Quiapo
13. Juan Luna Street, San Nicholas
14. Lavezares Street, San Nicholas
15. San Fernando Street, San Nicholas
16. Tayuman Street, Sta. Cruz
17. Rizal Avenue corner Blumentritt, Sta. Cruz
18. A.H. Lacson corner Pedro Guevarra Streets, Sta. Cruz
19. Blumentritt Street, Sta. Cruz
20. Vertex One, Felix Huertas Road, Sta. Cruz
21. Rizal Avenue, Sta. Cruz
22. Bambang Street, Sta. Cruz
23. Bustos Street, Sta. Cruz
24. Recto Avenue corner T. Mapua Street, Sta. Cruz
25. Felix Huertas Road, Sta. Cruz

Manila-4th District

1. along UST Carpark, Ruaño Drive, Sampaloc Drive Thru
2. Laong-Laan Street, Sampaloc
3. Governor Forbes corner Felina, Sampaloc
4. Nicanor Reyes Sr. Street (near FEU)
5. Espana Grand Residences, 8010 España Boulevard, Sampaloc
6. 787 Vicente G. Cruz Street, Sampaloc
7. S. Figueras corner Palmera Streets, Sampaloc
8. 10 G. Tuazon corner Algeciras Extension, Sampaloc (near MPD)
9. Loyola Street, Sampaloc (near UE)
10. The Station Point, 1 Ramon Magsaysay Avenue, Sta. Mesa
11. Old Sta. Mesa Street
12. Victorino Mapa Street
13. Jose Laurel Street

Manila-5th District

1. Manila Executive Regency, Jorge Bocobo Street, Ermita
2. United Nations Avenue corner Taft Avenue, Ermita
3. A. Villegas Street, Ermita
4. CCI Building, Natividad Lopez, Ermita
5. Godino Tower, 350 A. Villegas Street
6. San Andres Street, Malate
7. Ground Floor, Cityland Building, 720 Vito Cruz Street, Malate
8. Unit 104 Vellagio Tower, President Quirino Avenue corner Leon Guinto Street
9. Leon Guinto St, Malate
10. Marcelo H. del Pilar, Malate
11. Taft Avenue corner Pedro Gil, Malate
12. 2320 Taft Avenue, Malate
13. CRI Building, President Elpidio R. Quirino Avenue corner Leveriza, Malate
14. P. Ocampo, Malate
15. 2345 Beata
16. 927 Pedro Gil Street
17. One Archers Place, Taft Avenue
18. 1807 Nakpil Street
19. A. Francisco corner Onyx Road and Concha Streets
20. M. Guazon Street
21. T.M. Kalaw corner Taft Avenue

Calamba

1. Pabalan

2. Chipeco Avenue

3. Banga

4. Halang 1

5. Halang 2

6. Bucal

7. Pansol

8. Bagong Kalsada

9. Crossing 1

10. Crossing 2

11. Parian 1

12. Parian 2

13. Real

14. Turbina

15. Walter Makiling

16. Paciano

17. Mayapa 1

18. Mayapa 2

19. Perps

20. Canlubang 1

21. Canlubang 2

22. Canlubang 3

23. Milagrosa

24. San Jose (Palingon)

25. Batino

26. building at the back of Petron LISP Real - soon to open...

Wendy's in the Philippines: more new branches and the return of original endorser with her son

Soon, Wendy's will re-open Kalaw Branch along with Seven-Eleven and having a DRIVE-THRU.

Kris blames politics for lack of TV projects

Its franchise is at stake,” explained actress-TV host Kris Aquino as to why her former home network, ABS-CBN, would not risk producing for her a television show.

Kris explained that “while I have no issues with President Duterte, his supporters don’t like me. I know the realities of life. I understand why I still don’t have up to now.”

The network’s franchise is set to expire on March 30, 2020—still within the term of Duterte, who has vowed to block it [franchise renewal] in reaction to the Kapamilya channel’s alleged unfair reports on him and his presidency.

Kris stressed, however, that her fans “could see me every night if they want to. I’m always online, and I have 53 brands supporting me. I’m so thankful to them.”

“I am also a businesswoman. I am aware that I would not be chosen for this movie had I not proven myself on the digital realm,” said Kris at the recent media gathering for the Star Cinema-produced film “I Love You, Hater,” which will be shown in cinemas starting July 11.

On her character as “the digital empress,” Kris said: “I’m the embodiment of that character. I was able to do it because big businesses supported me, and also the audience. If there were no clicks, no views and no shares, I wouldn’t be sitting here now.”

Ending her statement on a cliffhanger, Kris added: “I was forbidden to say more; I’m sorry. I fear nothing, except nondisclosure agreements in contracts. I need to respect those who are giving me opportunities. What people are asking will happen sooner than they expect, only that it will happen on all of these things you are holding right now (electronic gadgets).”

Throughout the press conference, Kris gave controversial statements, like her response to the question: “Do you agree that while one loves a person, he or she is also capable of hating the other?”

“When you still feel hatred toward someone you once cared for, that means there is still love. This also means I still care for him, and I’m not talking about Bimby’s father,” Kris said of her former husband, basketball player James Yap.

“I am referring to the person who runs the city where ABS-CBN is located. He can still make me hate him, so that means I still have feelings for him,” she said, referring to Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista. “I don’t want to lie to you. When it’s about him, I still get so emotional. I’ve already destroyed several cell phones because I threw them in a fit.”

At one point, Kris said she made being physically fit a priority—this was after a reporter complimented her for her slim body. “It’s because I want to prove something,” she pointed out. “I want this someone to see me and feel regret. I want him to hear what’s being said about me tonight. I want him to see all my billboards and choke.”

She then removed her blazer to reveal a now-sexy figure in a black spaghetti-strap tank top and high-waist trousers. The irrepressible Kris then declared: “Mayor, this is what you’re missing!”

On the question of what she did for love that she later regretted, Kris said it was getting married (to James) because having it annulled later “cost me P40 million,” the amount which James allegedly received.

“Forgiveness is a gift that you learn to give yourself. This is because it’s difficult to harbor ill feelings toward a person you once loved. You don’t have to hear the words, ‘I’m sorry,’ to forgive,” she said on how she coped with pain and hatred. Kris recently lashed out at James, allegedly for suggesting that she has been keeping Bimby away from him. “What I don’t like is when people twist the facts, when they make it seem that I’m the one lying.”

“I Love You, Hater,” which also features Joshua Garcia and Julia Barretto, is directed by Giselle Andres.



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