The July 31, 2008 INQUIRER Lifestyle Series: Fitness.Fashion with Samsung Fashion Show

The Inquirer Lifestyle Series: Fitness.Fashion with Samsung, the flagship runway project of Samsung and the Philippine Daily Inquirer Lifestyle, together with the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) and the Peninsula Manila Hotel, a catwalk team-up between some of the country's top designers and best-selling activewear brands was held at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila in Makati City on July 31, 2008. The fashion show was in cooperation with the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), the Makati Business Club (MBC), the National Commission for the Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCor), the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) and the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC).

The project was now completed after five years of development and planning, while in July 2008, a year after the July 12-15, 2007 EDSA Tres in Makati City, and the excavation works of the project at the Ayala and Makati Avenues in Makati City and the construction works of the millennium celebration stage in the said intersection with the Swatch Millennium Clock and the Peninsula Manila's rooftop with lighted parols, twin stairways and a giant stage for four days from December 26, 2007 to December 31, 2007 were being complete. The project's sponsors were the Ayala Corporation, the MVP Group of businessman Manny V. Pangilinan, the Cultural Center of the Philippines, and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority.

(Exceptions: "How fitness marries fashion" from the July 25, 2008 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer:)

 

One idle Sunday lunch, Lulu Tan-Gan was wondering, now that fashion shows are suddenly a dime-a-dozen, what other fashion-show concept could we have? One that could benefit the local fashion design industry, as much as possible. 

 

Then she talked about how she has taken up running, how much she’s enjoying it, and how it’s keeping her blood sugar level in check. Could we do a shoot of her in her running gear, we asked. A lot of today’s women could get many tips and ideas from her everyday wardrobe, one that takes her from workout to work. 

 

That’s it, we looked at each other, struck by the bolt of idea. That’s a fashion show that’s so now: activewear that takes a woman, or a man, to the rest of his day schedule—and that even makes a style statement. 

 

Lulu runs, joins a marathon. Sunday Inquirer Magazine editor Leica Carpo is not only running, but is also preparing for a triathlon (Iron Woman). And so is her sister Amanda. Inquirer columnist Tessa Valdes-Prieto is a mother and wife who does yoga, diving, running—as physically demanding as her party whirl. Tweetie de Leon-Gonzales is hardcore when it comes to squash and yoga. Designer Rina Go is a diehard boxer. Sen. Pia Cayetano uses her triathlon for a cause. Metroactive magazine editor-in-chief Jeena Lopez is a wakeboarding champion. 

 

These women are not athletes in the traditional sense. They just lead an active lifestyle, like millions of other men and women in the country. They do so because they want to stay fit and healthy—indeed they want to stay alive. And—this is a big ‘and’—they get a major high when they feel the adrenaline rush.

 

Weekend warriors, we can call some of them. And they live today’s lifestyle that is antidote to the stress and pressure of contemporary life. 

 

And—they don’t stick to one designer for their clothes. Since activewear is a style statement, they know how to marry brand with a custom-made design of a Filipino designer. 

 

“That was how the idea for Inquirer Lifestyle series’ Fitness.Fashion show was born. That Samsung chose to share this fashion vision turned the idea into reality. “The collaboration merely confirms Samsung’s sustained efforts to define what a lifestyle brand is all about. And PDI Lifestyle is a strategic alignment,” said Pen Roque, Cheil Country Director for Samsung Philippines. 

 

“We tapped some of today’s designers to collaborate with top active brands.

 

They are Vic Barba, Joey Samson, James Reyes, Louis Claparols, Rhett Eala, Patrice Ramos-Diaz, Tonichi Nocom, Randy Ortiz, Ivarluski Aseron, Arcy Gayatin, Rajo Laurel, and of course, Lulu.”

 

“They are collaborating with Kipling, Bench, Speedo, Adidas, Nike Golf, Puma, Marks & Spencer, Fila, Aigle & Oxbow. Virgie Ramos’ Swatch is also supporting this collaboration.”

 

“Leica, Tweetie, Amanda, Rina, Sen. Cayetano, Jeena will be guest models in this show on July 31 at Peninsula Manila, with Inquirer contributing editor Apples Aberin-Sadhwani, Ruby Gan, Svetlana Osmena, Fely Atienza, Akiko Thompson, Enchong Dee, Paolo Abrera. ”

 

“L’Oreal is doing the hair and makeup.”

Get fashionably fit and fab (Apples Pickings By Apples Aberin Sadhwani) (Reprinted from the July 25, 2008 issue of the Philippine Daily INQUIRER)

Nowadays, everyone is more conscious about maintaining their health and getting fit and fabulous. 

 

As such, sports like running and tennis are gaining more popularity while other activities like yoga, swimming, boxing and badminton remain favorites for many. 

 

Today’s generation lead very full, active lifestyles. 

 

In spite of highly successful careers, plus families to take care of, they manage to find time to take care of themselves by indulging in fitness activities. 

 

Due to this multidimensional lifestyle, the need for fashionable clothing that double as active wear has emerged. 

 

Tapping into this new arena, Inquirer Lifestyle, together with Samsung, is presenting a fashion show (the first of a series) titled “Fitness.Fashion” on July 31 at The Peninsula Manila. 

 

Do you want to get into the Fitness.Fashion lifestyle, too? Follow these simple tips to look great in and out of the gym, the track or the ring: 

 

Throw out those hole-y and baggy sweats and tops. Oh, and ditch those dated pieces you’ve kept from the ’80s or some other era, as well. It’s time to update your workout wardrobe!
Comfort is key so choose pieces made of fabrics that can wick away moisture. The best brands always invest in research to come up with the best in fabric technology. 

 

Never underestimate the importance of wearing the right undergarments. These items should provide the best support at all times. 

 

Choose the right footwear that can provide the right support, as well. You will need a specific style with the right technology to meet your fitness needs. 

 

Build your fitness wardrobe and show your personality through your choice of color. Most brands create collections around color stories so it’s easier to pick pieces you can mix and match. 

 

Your choice of bag and shoes can also add flair to your workout outfit. Again, choose items that show off your personal style. 

 

When fitting your workout gear, move around, sit and do all the other positions you have to do when engaging in your sport or activity. This way, you’ll know you have the right coverage at all times.

 

To complete your look, invest in after-workout items like jackets, or fashionable sweats and tanks with chic matching slip-ons or more casual slippers that you can wear when doing errands, or going out with friends. 

 

Inquirer Lifestyle Fitness Fashion is also brought to you by HSBC, L’Oreal Paris and Swatch.

Style statement: Sporty 

Former Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino General Manager Marco Protacio

Senator Pia Cayetano

Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez

Socialite Amparito Llamas-Lhuillier

(Printed from the August 3, 2008 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer:)

It was Friday, June 12, 1998, a public holiday. Thousands of spectators flocked to Rizal Park awaiting the start of festivities for the Philippine Centennial Year celebrations.

 

They came by the busloads – couples, families, friends, even whole villages – donning caps, holding umbrellas and wearing Filipiniana attire amid the morning heat. Others wore the nation’s colors and carried various sizes of Philippine flags.

 

It was a field day for many, and the beginning of a long weekend. They laid mats and cardboard on the grass, brought out packed lunch in Tupperware and exchanged small talk.

 

For some, the park became an instant classroom for parents to give impromptu lectures to their children on Philippine history, culture and tradition.

 

One parent, Elizabeth Montecillo, brought her two sons and a nephew so she could tell them about the country’s heroes and the important events of the past. “Earlier, they inquired about the Rizal Monument,” she said. “It’s good for them to learn history at an early age.”

 

The children had a lot to look back to; it was, after all, 100 years of Philippine history. The festivities commemorated the day when Filipino revolutionaries, led by then-president Emilio Aguinaldo, declared the country’s independence from Spanish colonial rule in Kawit, Cavite on June 12, 1898.

 

A 42-float parade depicted the country’s history during the celebrations at Quirino Grandstand, which was witnessed by then-president Fidel Ramos, vice president Joseph Estrada, members of government, the diplomatic corps, and other guests.

 

One float featured a life-size caravel, which showed the arrival of the Spanish colonizers in 1521 led by explorer Ferdinand Magellan. A mock battle was performed reenacting the Battle in Mactan between Magellan and the island’s natives.

 

The 300-year Spanish colonial rule was portrayed in the succeeding floats. It showed the country’s conversion to Christianity, the people’s enslavement to serve the Spanish empire’s economic needs, the revolts against colonial rule, the period of nationalist enlightenment, and the bloody revolution that it brought forth.

 

At the apex of the parade, a two-story replica of the Aguinaldo Mansion slowly made its way along the parade grounds. On the balcony, actor Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr., an actor who starred in numerous action movies, played the part of President Aguinaldo.

 

With a solemn expression, Revilla held the flag from a long pole as he stood along with two other actors, Dante Rivero and Juan Rodrigo, who read the Declaration of Independence. When the declaration was read, he slowly waved the flag to the cheers of spectators wearing farmer costumes.

 

He then went downstairs, walked out of the mansion with the flag, and went up the stage to the awe of government dignitaries. As the drums rolled, Revilla handed the flag to Ramos, who then raised it with one hand before planting it on a stand at the stage.

 

Ramos had reenacted the same event from the balcony of the Aguinaldo Mansion in Kawit, Cavite, earlier that day.

 

In his speech during the celebrations, Ramos addressed the crowd. “Today, we have grown into the responsibility and the glory of nationhood. We are prepared to account for ourselves in the global community. We have begun to make our own history.”

 

“We, Filipinos, are rejoicing in our coming of age — in the final proof of our ability to understand, to use, and to protect the liberty our heroes won for us a century ago,” he said.

 

The celebrations culminated with a military parade that showcased our armed forces’ might, including a fly-by of Air Force jets. The evening was capped by a 30-minute fireworks display at Manila Bay — the largest and longest the country has seen — in the colors of the republic: red, white, yellow and blue.

 

Two years and four month after the country celebrated its centennial; on November 13, 2000 the House of Representatives impeached President Estrada for the first time. When the Senate failed to convict the impeached president, he was toppled through yet another show of mass protests at EDSA. The nation put into power its second woman president, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, whose term was marred by three coup attempts and allegations of corruption and electoral sabotage.

 

Fashion becomes less a spectator sport when sport itself becomes the fashion.

 

Last Thursday, July 31, 2008, Inquirer Lifestyle staged the rousing, filled-to-the-bleachers (despite the heavy rains and flooding) curtain-raiser to its Lifestyle Series of events with “Fitness.Fashion,” a catwalk team-up between some of the country’s top designers and best-selling activewear brands, at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila in Makati City. 

 

Co-presented with Samsung, it drew guests who cut across the fields of fashion, business and commerce, arts, media and entertainment. With the support of HSBC and Peninsula, the show had 12 sought-after designers melding their creations with the latest brand collections: Kipling with Vic Barba; Fila with Lulu Tan-Gan; Nike Golf with Anthony Nocom; Speedo with Louis Claparols; Adidas with Patrice Ramos-Diaz and Rhett Eala; Marks & Spencer with Arcy Gayatin; Aigle and Oxbow with Rajo Laurel; Bench with Joey Samson; and Puma with Ivarluski Aseron and Randy Ortiz. (Read the fashion report in this Friday's Lifestyle Fashion and Beauty.)

 

The exceptions to the articles about the INQUIRER Lifestyle Series: Fitness.Fashion with Samsung fashion show from the said newspaper was:

• "Personalities like Senator Pia Cayetano, Waterfront GM Marco Protacio, jewelry designer Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez and socialite Amparito Lhuillier were among the big names who gamely participated in the event." - from "A dynamic, eclectic 2008", Apples Pickings by Apples Aberin Sadhwani, published in the December 26, 2008 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.

Losing vice-presidential candidates Senator Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. (left) and Alan Peter Cayetano (right), now President Rodrigo Duterte (center)

• Former Davao City Mayor and now President Rodrigo Duterte and losing vice-presidential candidates Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., and Alan Peter Cayetano recall his sister's affair: The Pia Cayetano-Paolo Abrera Affair started after the death of her father on June 23, 2003, in Muntinlupa City. Abrera's father died on April 16, 2004. Abrera and then-Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino general manager Marco Protacio and Aurora's daughter Rina Go would flank Cayetano since the launching of the project on June 15, 2003. But, CGAP and AJ Dee's brother, Ernest Lorenzo "Enchong" Dee, graduated from Naga Hope Christian School to enter UAAP member school De La Salle University (DLSU) in May 2006. For this guy, he would ala-Bob Barker's Miss Universe hosting, Joe D'Mango, and others impersonating. He was an anchor-reporter for TVB News since 2007 to cover the infamous "EDSA 3" failed people power uprising on July 15, 2007. Mister Abrera and Mister Protacio say Dee was being a UAAP star, and he is a non-partisan guy

"The Pia Cayetano-Paolo Abrera Affair and re-run of Ninoy Aquino assassination (Companero y Companera)"

 

The 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand

The 2007 Southeast Asian Games, officially known as the 24th Southeast Asian Games, were a Southeast Asian multi-sport event held in Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Thailand. This was the sixth time Thailand hosted the Southeast Asian Games and its first time since 1995. Previously, Thailand also hosted the 1959 inaugural games, 1967 games, 1975 games, and the 1985 games.

The Thai Olympic Committee planned the event to coincide with the commemoration of the 80th birthday of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who was also the gold medalist of the sailing event at the 1967 games. The games were held from 6 to 15 December 2007, although several events had commenced from 27 November 2007. Around 5282 athletes participated in the event, which featured 475 events in 43 sports. It was opened by Prince Vajiralongkorn, the Crown Prince of Thailand, at the 80th Birthday Stadium.

The final medal tally was led by host nation Thailand, followed by Malaysia and Vietnam. Several Games and national records were broken during the games. The games were deemed generally successful with the rising standards of competition amongst the Southeast Asian nations.

Host city

Singapore was due to host the 2007 Southeast Asian Games, but it withdrew from hosting to demolish and rebuild its national stadium. A general assembly of the SEA Games Federation Council during the 2003 Southeast Asian Games in Hanoi, Vietnam approved Thailand's hosting of the games.

Development and preparation

On 24 February 2006, northeast Thailand's Nakhon Ratchasima province authorities met to discuss the 2007 SEA Games schedule, and progress on the province's under-construction US$65 million sports complex. Presided over by Governor Somboon Ngamlak, the meeting provided an overview of facilities and ended with reassurances that facilities would be ready for the SEA Games in 2007.

Broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. announced on April 18, 2006 for the formal signing of contract between GMA Network, Inc., Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) and the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) for the live television airing of 15th Asian Games in Doha, Qatar on December 1 to 15, 2006 and 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand on December 6 to 15, 2007.

It feels like 1995 for GMA, when the network was branded as a "rainbow satellite" and its slogan was "Where You Belong." GMA was the official network of Pope John Paul II's visit to the 10th World Youth Day in Manila, Philippines, from January 12 to 16, 1995.

GMA and QTV (owned by Citynet Network Marketing and Productions, Inc.) will air the games live as the two free-to-air television networks go 24 hours a day on June 14, 2006, in time for GMA's 56th anniversary. The station will spend on airing the two regional sports meets aside from the boxing matches of 8-time world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao for 2007. The final release of banners and pins and its official merchandise, as well as the radio and television plugs for the multimedia coverage to release on August 28, 2007 at the Grand Ballroom of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza as part of the official 100-day countdown to the 2007 SEA Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on December 6 to 15, 2007.

GMA: The Official Network banner for the 2007 SEA Games

GMA: The Official Network pin for the 2007 SEA Games

PLDT, Jollibee, Unilever, PAGCOR, and PCSO are the sponsors of the television coverage of the two regional games.

Mike Enriquez, Jessica Soho, Mel Tiangco, Jay Sonza, German Moreno, Angelique Lazo, Vicky Morales, Paolo Bediones, Tito Sotto, Ruth Cabal, Nelson Canlas, Arnold Clavio, Mickey Ferriols, Rovilson Fernandez, Mav Gonzales, Ralph Guzman, Rico Hizon, Carlo Ledesma, Jiggy Manicad, Ivan Mayrina, Benjie Paras, Miriam Quiambao, Lhar Santiago, Rhea Santos, Howie Severino, Connie Sison, Emil Sumangil, Valerie Tan, Jay Taruc, Raffy Tima, Mariz Umali, Iya Villania, Ryan Agoncillo, KC Montero, Suzi Entrata, Kara David, Luchi Cruz-Valdes, Ninna Castro, Lyn Ching, Gin de Mesa, Margaux Salcedo, Melissa Gecolea, Gigi Grande, Arnell Ignacio, Susan Enriquez, Jimmy Gil, Lala Roque, Mark Salazar, Melo del Prado, Joel Reyes Zobel, Tisha Silang, Antoinette Taus, Francis Magalona, Dingdong Dantes, Martin Andanar, Butch Francisco, Vic Sotto, Joey de Leon, Cacai Velasquez, Janno Gibbs, The Eraserheads, Jaya, Michael V., Side A, Verni Varga, Ricky Lo, Lolit Solis, Rudy Fernandez, Bobby Nalzaro, Tek Ocampo, Noly Calvo, Jeja Rose Pornan-Simeon, Orly Mercado, Connie Angeles, Susan Valdez, Mildred Ortega, Gina de Venecia, Rose Clores, Nonoy Zuñiga, Jimmy Santos, Jose Mari Chan and Dolphy situated from the Studio 2 of GMA Network Center and Westside Studio of GMA Broadway Centrum, they are wearing female dresses and male tuxedos provided by SM Department Store and male barong tagalogs provided by Kultura Filipino inside SM Supermalls.

Arnold Clavio and Jessica Soho anchored the papal visit coverage in January 1995 and January 2015.

GMA's 1992 logo without the words "Rainbow Satellite"

GMA broadcasts on 105 analog and digital free-to-air television stations all over the Philippines, broadcasting nationwide via the GMA Rainbow Satellite.

Luzon

• GMA-7 Manila
• TV-7 Batanes
• TV-5 Laoag
• TV-48 Vigan
• TV-7 Abra
• TV-11 La Union
• TV-7 Tuguegarao
• TV-13 Aparri
• TV-30 Apayao
• TV-9 Kalinga
• TV-5 Mountain Province
• TV-7 Santiago, Isabela
• TV-13 Cauayan, Isabela
• TV-21 Ilagan, Isabela
• TV-5 Bayombong
• TV-12 Quirino
• TV-10 Baguio
• TV-10 Dagupan
• TV-5 Baler
• TV-7 Cabanatuan
• TV-35 Llanera
• TV-10 Olongapo
• TV-5 Botolan
• TV-14 Iba
• TV-10 Pampanga
• TV-48 Tarlac
• TV-3 Bagac
• TV-27 Balanga
• TV-30 Angat
• TV-46 Malolos
• TV-26 Obando
• TV-12 Batangas
• TV-26 Tagaytay
• TV-15 Lucena
• TV-48 Patnanungan
• TV-23 Calamba
• TV-26 San Pablo
• TV-44 Jalajala, Rizal
• TV-13 Occidental Mindoro
• TV-11 Bongabong, Oriental Mindoro
• TV-13 Boac, Marinduque
• TV-5 Santa Cruz, Marinduque
• TV-10 Torrijos, Marinduque
• TV-12 Puerto Princesa, Palawan
• TV-6 Brooke’s Point, Palawan
• TV-8 Coron, Palawan
• TV-17 Cuyo, Palawan
• TV-13 Balabac, Palawan
• TV-7 Romblon
• TV-7 Masbate
• TV-7 Naga
• TV-8 Malilipot
• TV-12 Legazpi
• TV-13 Catanduanes
• TV-2 Sorsogon
• TV-8 Daet

Visayas

• TV-5 Calbayog
• TV-9 Catarman
• TV-11 Catubig
• TV-13 Catbalogan
• TV-8 Borongan
• TV-35 Naval, Biliran
• TV-10 Tacloban
• TV-12 Ormoc
• TV-10 Capoocan, Leyte
• TV-12 Isabel, Leyte
• TV-44 Maasin
• TV-2 Kalibo
• TV-35 Malay, Aklan
• TV-12 San Jose, Antique
• TV-35 Culasi, Antique
• TV-5 Roxas
• TV-6 Iloilo
• TV-9 Guimaras
• TV-13 Bacolod
• TV-23 Bais
• TV-5 Cadiz
• TV-30 Murcia, Negros Occidental
• TV-7 Cebu
• TV-26 Bogo
• TV-11 Samboan
• TV-11 Bohol
• TV-5 Dumaguete
• TV-11 Guihulngan
• TV-48 Siquijor
• TV-10 Sipalay

Mindanao

• TV-41 Mambajao
• TV-35 Cagayan de Oro
• TV-30 Gingoog
• TV-12 Bukidnon
• TV-4 Dipolog
• TV-34 Oroquieta
• TV-5 Ozamiz
• TV-3 Pagadian
• TV-11 Iligan
• TV-26 Butuan
• TV-10 Surigao
• TV-2 Tandag
• TV-35 Bislig
• TV-3 Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
• TV-5 Davao
• TV-44 Tagum
• TV-35 Panabo
• TV-3 Digos
• TV-13 Malita
• TV-21 Baganga
• TV-48 Mati
• TV-30 Nabunturan
• TV-6 Kidapawan
• TV-12 Cotabato
• TV-13 Marawi
• TV-8 General Santos
• TV-13 Koronadal
• TV-30 Tacurong
• TV-2 Ipil
• TV-30 Imelda, Zamboanga Sibugay
• TV-9 Zamboanga
• TV-12 Jolo
• TV-44 Tawi-Tawi

May mga shows na pinalabas sa GMA noong 1996 tulad ng "Family Guidelines", "Agrisiyete", "The 700 Club", "Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko", "Sesame Street", "Batibot", "Negosiyete", "Camp Candy", "Katok Mga Misis", "Balitanghali", "Eat Bulaga", "Valiente", "Lyra", "Agujetas de Color de Rosa", "Starla and the Jewel Riders", "Mía Gracia", "Saksi", "Villa Quintana", "MVP: Monday Viva Presentations", "Ober da Bakod", "Spotlight", "Viva Sinerama", "Mikee", "Ibang Klase", "Mixed N.U.T.S.", "GMA True Stories", "M.U.", "Okay Ka Fairy Ko", "Lihim ng Gabi", "Bubble Gang", "GMA Network News", "Firing Line", "The Probe Team", "Emergency", "The Flying House", "Chikiting Patrol", "5 and Up', "Disney Adventures", "Channel S", "T.G.I.S.", "Brigada Siete", "Rainbow Cinema", "Go For Gold", "Gameplan", "GMA Supershow", "Lovingly Yours", "Startalk", "Partners Mel & Jay", "GMA Telesine Specials", "GMA's Best", "Aawitan Kita", "A Little Night of Music" at iba pa. 

But for Unang Hirit, the number one morning show aired at 5:30 a.m. after the replay of GMA Network News on Monday and Saksi: GMA Headline Balita on Tuesday to Friday, they featured the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand from December 6 to 15, 2007.

Unang Hirit barkada

Then at 11 a.m., catch Janice de Belen, Gelli de Belen-Rivera and Carmina Villaruel-Legaspi on SiS, similar to Katok mga Misis aired in 1995.

At noontime, catch Pia Arcangel and Raffy Tima only right here on Balitanghali. Balitanghali was a noontime news program of GMA Rainbow Satellite Network, was launched along with the transfer of Eat Bulaga! on the said network last January 28, 1995.

Then, at 12:30 p.m., is the country's longest-running and top-rated noontime variety show, entitled Eat Bulaga! produced by TAPE, Inc., aired on the GMA Rainbow Satellite Network, because of Sexbomb Dancers and EB! Babes, as well as the loveteam of Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza, also known as AlDub, it was not affected by GMA's coverage of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007. It aired live episodes from November 26 to December 1, 2007, while taped episodes from December 3 to 8, 2007, and December 10 to 15, 2007, due to vacation of the show's hosts and production staff in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Eat Bulaga! hosts Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon.

Eat Bulaga! dabarkads

Sexbomb Dancers

EB Babes

Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza

But for Eat Bulaga! hosts Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon along with original co-host Coney Reyes, as well as current co-hosts Jimmy Santos, Maricel Soriano, Aiza Seguerra, Carmina Villaroel, Lady Lee, Jose Manalo, Donna Cruz, Ai-Ai delas Alas, Francis Magalona, Fire (Ana Rivera & Soraya Sinsuat), Inday Garutay, Lyn Ching-Pascual, Allan K., Wally Bayola, K Brosas, Janno Gibbs, Paolo Ballesteros, Pauleen Luna, BJ Forbes, Ciara Sotto, Cindy Kurleto, Julia Clarete, and Ryan Agoncillo, were on vacation for a live tour entitled “Eat Bulaga! sa Abu Dhabi” at the Abu Dhabi National Theatre in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates last December 5, 2007.

The tour was a grand celebration of the popular noontime show’s success, attracting thousands of excited fans from different parts of the world. From the moment the hosts took the stage, the energy in the theater was electrifying.

Tito, Vic, and Joey, the pioneers of the show, brought their trademark humor and wit, leaving the audience in stitches with their comedic timing. The chemistry among the hosts was undeniable, with each one showcasing their unique talents and charm.

The crowd was treated to a series of entertaining segments, including the iconic “Pinoy Henyo” game, where contestants had to guess words based on clues given by the hosts. The laughter and excitement filled the air as the contestants struggled to come up with the correct answers.

Maricel Soriano, known for her versatile acting skills, showcased her talent in a special performance that left the audience in awe. Aiza Seguerra, the multi-talented singer-songwriter, serenaded the crowd with her heartfelt rendition of popular hits.

Carmina Villaroel and Lady Lee added a touch of glamour and elegance to the show with their stunning outfits and captivating stage presence. Jose Manalo, the resident funnyman, never failed to elicit laughter from the audience with his hilarious antics and comedic timing.

At 2 p.m., Daisy Siete, a daily anthology hosted by Sexbomb Girls. It is a Filipino adaptation of The Restless Years. Starting in Season 7, Daisy Siete was renamed to May Bukas Pa ng Kahapon as part of Daisy Siete's lineup. The other season name title is parodied to fairy tales made by Hans Christian Andersen.

By August 1, 2007, the negotiations between media companies GMA Network, Inc. and ABS-CBN Corporation along with TV5 Network, Inc., People's Television Network, Inc. Radio Philippines Network, Inc., Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation and Central Luzon Television together with the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) and Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) to sign a contract for the live television airing of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand from December 6 to 15, 2007.

ABS-CBN, along with UHF channel Studio 23 and cable channel Balls, aired the countdown plugs and teasers for the live nationwide and worldwide coverage of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007.

Contract signing with ABS-CBN executives for the live coverage of the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on November 12, 2007, at Restaurant 9501, 14th floor, ELJ Communications Center in Quezon City.

Spotted at the contract signing ceremony were ABS-CBN Chairman, President and CEO Eugenio Lopez III, ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer for Broadcast Cory Vidanes, ABS-CBN Integrated Corporate Communications Head Bong Osorio, ABS-CBN Vice President for Sports Division Peter Musngi, Ambassador Marciano Paynor, Jr., Former Senator Vicente Sotto III, Solar Entertainment Corporation President and CEO Wilson Tieng, Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation chairman Efraim Genuino, Philippine Olympic Committee chairman Jose Cojuangco, Jr., Tagaytay, Cavite Mayor Abraham Tolentino and Philippine Sports Commission chairman William Butch Ramirez.

ABS-CBN, along with sister station Studio 23, cable and satellite TV channels DZMM TeleRadyo and Balls, rival networks GMA-7, PTV-4, ABC-TV5, RPN-9, Q-11, IBC-13, and CLTV-36, and cable TV providers Sky Cable, Global Destiny Cable, Cablelink, Dream Satellite TV, Cignal and Sky Direct are the official Philippine broadcasters of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007. It also broadcasts live nationwide and worldwide via satellite on all platforms - analog and digital free-to-air television, cable television, satellite television, AM radio, FM radio, and Internet via Facebook and YouTube on PCs, smartphones, and tablets.

ABS-CBN's coverage of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, is known as the "most extensive coverage" not just on ABS-CBN platforms such as television (free-to-air analog and digital, cable and satellite), radio (AM radio and FM radio), and social media.

It can be seen simulcast live nationwide on all television stations of ABS-CBN all over the Philippines:

Luzon

• ABS-CBN 2 Manila
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Studio 23

Luzon

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• TV-49 Sorsogon

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• TV-23 Kalibo
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• TV-24 Dumaguete
• TV-23 Cebu
• TV-40 Bohol
• TV-24 Tacloban
• TV-24 Calbayog
• TV-31 Catbalogan

Mindanao

• TV-23 Zamboanga
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• TV-23 Cotabato
• TV-22 Marawi
• TV-24 Jolo
• TV-36 Tawi-Tawi

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• DZMM 630 kHz Mega Manila
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• 675 kHz Bani, Pangasinan
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• 1188 kHz Baler, Aurora
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• 1512 kHz Olongapo
• 1251 kHz Balanga
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• 1197 kHz San Pablo
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• 855 kHz Calapan
• 612 kHz Taytay, Palawan
• 765 kHz Puerto Princesa, Palawan
• 864 kHz Daet
• 1359 kHz Naga
• 756 kHz Iriga
• 90.1 MHz Virac
• 684 kHz Legazpi
• 1125 kHz Sorsogon
• 783 kHz Masbate
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• 945 kHz Roxas
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• 1512 kHz Cebu
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• 100.1 MHz Kidapawan
• 1179 kHz Cotabato
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• 1017 kHz Tawi-Tawi

FM Stations

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• DWBA 91.3 Isabela
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• 103.3 Cabarroguis
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• DWNV 88.5 Pampanga
• DZLS 107.1 Tarlac
• 100.5 Baler
• DWRS 102.5 Tagaytay
• 104.7 Calamba
• DWUD 92.7 Batangas
• DZLC 91.9 Lucena
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• DZAF 95.9 Oriental Mindoro
• DYCU 99.9 Puerto Princesa, Palawan
• DYEA 99.7 Sofronio Espanola, Palawan
• DZDT 93.7 Daet
• DWAC 93.5 Naga
• 87.9 Virac
• DWRD 93.9 Legazpi
• DZSC 106.3 Sorsogon
• DYMV 100.7 Masbate
• 106.5 Antique
• DYKA 88.3 Kalibo
• DYRS 105.1 Roxas
• DYMC 91.1 Iloilo
• DYOO 101.5 Bacolod
• DYEL 92.5 Dumaguete
• 100.1 Canlaon
• 87.9 Guihulngan
• DYLS 97.1 Cebu
• DYBH 90.7 Tagbilaran
• DYTC 94.3 Tacloban
• 96.5 Catbalogan-Calbayog
• 88.1 Catarman
• DXEC 91.9 Cagayan de Oro
• DXAG 100.7 Iligan
• DXMT 99.5 Ozamiz
• DXXB 88.3 Malaybalay
• DXAS 92.1 Butuan
• 98.1 Prosperidad
• DXIT 99.1 Surigao
• 103.1 Tandag
• DXSF 100.7 Trento
• DXRR 101.1 Davao
• DXDI 90.3 Digos
• DXBC 92.7 General Santos
• DXAP 98.5 Koronadal
• DXKW 95.3 Kidapawan
• DXPS 95.1 Cotabato
• 107.7 Dipolog
• DXAE 89.5 Pagadian
• 96.9 Ipil
• DXFH 98.7 Zamboanga

The grand media launch of A Time for Heroes, the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, along with the unveiling of the 100-day countdown clock, was held at the Grand Ballroom of Sofitel Philippine Plaza, attended by entertainment and sports columnists and writers and business, entertainment, lifestyle, and sports personalities. The momentous occasion was filled with excitement and anticipation as the esteemed guests gathered to witness the spectacle that would soon unfold. The extravagant event was a true celebration of the spirit of athleticism and camaraderie, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Southeast Asia. As the clock ticked down, the air was filled with a palpable sense of anticipation as participants from all corners of the region prepared themselves for the ultimate challenge. The grandeur of the occasion was matched only by the grandeur of the venue itself, with the elegant Grand Ballroom of Sofitel Philippine Plaza serving as the perfect backdrop for this momentous event. The meticulously planned launch event was a testament to the dedication and hard work of the organizers, who spared no effort in ensuring that every detail was executed flawlessly. The presence of renowned entertainment and sports columnists and writers added an extra touch of glamour to the proceedings, as they eagerly awaited the opportunity to share this monumental event with the world. As the event unfolded, it became abundantly clear that A Time for Heroes was not just any ordinary sporting event, but a true testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of unity. The grand media launch was a resounding success, leaving those in attendance with lasting memories and a profound sense of pride in being part of such a historic moment. The 100-day countdown clock, a poignant symbol of the time remaining until the commencement of the games, served as a constant reminder that a new chapter was about to unfold in the annals of Southeast Asian sports history. With each passing moment, the excitement and anticipation continued to build, reaching a crescendo that would soon erupt into an explosion of energy, determination, and triumph. The grand media launch of A Time for Heroes will forever be etched in the collective memory of those who were fortunate enough to be a part of it, serving as a timeless reminder of the power and beauty of sportsmanship.

Spotted in the launch were Ambassador Marciano Paynor, Jr., Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, former Ilocos Sur Governor Luis Singson, and former Senator Vicente Sotto III, alongside a group of distinguished guests who graced the event with their presence. The notable individuals included respected diplomats, influential senators, and esteemed political personalities, all of whom added an aura of prestige to the occasion.

Also present on the occasion was Atty. Dong Puno, Prof. Cheche Lazaro, Christian Esguerra, Sis. Angelique Lazo-Mayuga, Christine Bersola-Babao, Phoemela Baranda, PAGCOR Chairman Efrahim Genuino, POC Chairman Jose Cojuangco, Jr., Tagaytay, Cavite Mayor Abraham Tolentino, PSC Chairman William Ramirez, Joaquin Henson, Bill Velasco, Ricky Lo, Boy Abunda, Butch Francisco, Raymond Gutierrez, Joey de Leon, Crispina Martinez-Belen, Jeffrey Espiritu, Dindo Balares, Isah V. Red, Ricky Calderon, Dolly Anne Carvajal, German Moreno, Lolit Solis, Cristy Fermin, DJ Jhai Ho, Richard Gomez, and Kim Atienza.

By the start of September 2007, when television networks, newspapers, and websites would set up their countdown clocks for the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

Peter Musngi, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Beng Chua, Michael Knight, Terence Khan, and Dennis Antenor Jr. were carefully handpicked to lend their mesmerizing voices to the countdown and teaser plugs on both radio and television. Their exceptional talent, expertise, and crisp articulation add a touch of brilliance, captivating audiences across the airwaves. With their sonorous voices resonating through the speakers, the countdown and teaser plugs come alive, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Through their unwavering charisma and professional dedication, they breathe life into each word, effortlessly engaging listeners and viewers alike. Whether it’s through their velvety tones or dynamic delivery, Peter Musngi, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Beng Chua, Michael Knight, Terence Khan, and Dennis Antenor, Jr. elevate the countdown and teaser plugs to new heights, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of the audience. Their remarkable collaboration in this endeavor ensures that every moment leading up to the main event is adorned with sheer excellence and unwavering passion.

Several prominent broadcasting networks offer comprehensive coverage of various topics and events, including the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007.

One of the notable broadcasting networks is ABS-CBN. A widely recognized network that provides extensive news coverage, entertainment programs, and a diverse array of content catering to a wide range of viewers’ interests. This network seamlessly blends informative news reporting with captivating entertainment shows, providing a well-rounded viewing experience.

Another prominent network is PTV, which stands for People’s Television Network. This government-owned channel is known for its commitment to broadcasting informative and educational content. PTV aims to serve as a platform for delivering unbiased news, informative programs, and thought-provoking documentaries, encouraging viewers to stay informed and engaged.

ABC, or the Associated Broadcasting Company, is another channel and flagship network of TV5 Network Inc., which is owned by MediaQuest Holdings, the multimedia subsidiary of the telecommunications conglomerate PLDT. This subsidiary provides diverse content to its audience. From news coverage to captivating dramas and engaging reality shows, ABC offers a wide range of programming options, ensuring there is something for everyone.

GMA, short for Global Media Arts, is a major Philippine television network that has gained widespread recognition for its exceptional programming. With a focus on delivering top-notch news reporting, quality entertainment, and compelling drama series, GMA has established itself as a pillar in the broadcasting industry.

RPN, or Radio Philippines Network, takes pride in its commitment to delivering relevant news coverage, exciting entertainment, and a mix of local and international shows. With its extensive coverage of news and current affairs, RPN keeps viewers well-informed while entertaining them with a variety of engaging programs.

Q, previously known as QTV, is a television network that offers a diverse range of content, including lifestyle programs, travel shows, and thought-provoking documentaries. QTV ensures there is always something intriguing for viewers seeking unique and captivating content.

Additionally, IBC, or Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation, is known for its balanced news coverage, entertaining variety shows, and engaging sports programs. With a wide range of content, IBC caters to the diverse interests of its viewers, ensuring they are entertained and well-informed.

Studio 23, a sister channel of ABS-CBN, focuses on providing exciting sports coverage, youth-oriented programming, and a wide array of entertaining shows. With a youthful and vibrant approach, Studio 23 connects with the younger generation while offering quality content for viewers of all ages.

Torch relay

A torch relay was held across the nation prior to the hosting of the games. On 8 November 2007, Prince Vajiralongkorn, on behalf of his father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, presented the royal flame to the games organising committee chairman, Suvit Yodmani. Following the presentation, the flame was installed in Bangkok at the Bangkok City Hall. After that, the flame was relayed from Bangkok to provinces such as Chonburi, Samut Songkhram, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Ratchaburi, Suphanburi, Nakhon Sawan, Phichit, Phitsanulok, Phetchabun, Loei, Nong Khai, Sakhon Nahkhon, Mukdahan, Ubon Ratchatthani, Surin, Roi Et, and Khon Kaen before arriving in the host province, Nakhon Ratchasima on 26 November 2007. In Nakhon Ratchasima, the flame was relayed across its districts such as Phimai, Choke Chai, Pak Thong Chai, Pak Chong and Soongnern before arrived at Nakhon Ratchasima City, the host city of the games on 1 December 2007. The flame was then installed at the monument of Thao Suranari before the games' opening ceremony.

Branding and design

The logo of the games is a silhouette of three sailing boats arranged in a row, representing the 40th anniversary of His Majesty the King Bhumibol Adulyadej winning a gold medal in sailing at the 1967 Southeast Asian Peninsular Games and the 80th anniversary of his birthday. It was designed by Prasit Nunsung from Nonthaburi. The three boats in the logo represent the development, the blending of colours, and the technology of Thailand. While the yellow colour on the largest boat represents the King himself, along with red and blue, it is one of the colours on the flag of ASEAN and represents the unity and friendship among the games' participants and the people of Southeast Asia. The 10-circle chain, which is also the logo of the Southeast Asian Games Federation, represents the 10 member nations, excluding Timor-Leste. The shape of the boats resembles the Pimai castle, a symbol of the host city Nakhon Ratchasima, as well as the Northeast region of Thailand and its thousand-year-old civilization.

The mascot of the games is a Korat cat named Can. He wears the Northeast region of Thailand's traditional garments and plays the khaen, a mouth organ that the region is famous for. The name of the musical instrument aforementioned coincidentally has a similar pronunciation to his name. He was created by Sa-ard Jomngarm, and his name "Can" was given by an eight-year-old girl, Piyathida Sreewimon.

Four songs were composed for the games, including "Rhythm of the Winner", the theme song of the games. The other songs are: "We are the Water", "Friendship Card," and "Korat SEA Games".

But the grand media launch of A Time for Heroes, the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, along with the unveiling of the 100-day countdown clock, was held at the Grand Ballroom of Sofitel Philippine Plaza, attended by entertainment and sports columnists and writers. The momentous occasion was filled with excitement and anticipation as the esteemed guests gathered to witness the spectacle that would soon unfold. The extravagant event was a true celebration of the spirit of athleticism and camaraderie, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Southeast Asia. As the clock ticked down, the air was filled with a palpable sense of anticipation as participants from all corners of the region prepared themselves for the ultimate challenge. The grandeur of the occasion was matched only by the grandeur of the venue itself, with the elegant Grand Ballroom of Sofitel Philippine Plaza serving as the perfect backdrop for this momentous event. The meticulously planned launch event was a testament to the dedication and hard work of the organizers, who spared no effort in ensuring that every detail was executed flawlessly. The presence of renowned entertainment and sports columnists and writers added an extra touch of glamour to the proceedings, as they eagerly awaited the opportunity to share this monumental event with the world. As the event unfolded, it became abundantly clear that A Time for Heroes was not just any ordinary sporting event, but a true testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of unity. The grand media launch was a resounding success, leaving those in attendance with lasting memories and a profound sense of pride in being part of such a historic moment. The 100-day countdown clock, a poignant symbol of the time remaining until the commencement of the games, served as a constant reminder that a new chapter was about to unfold in the annals of Southeast Asian sports history. With each passing moment, the excitement and anticipation continued to build, reaching a crescendo that would soon erupt into an explosion of energy, determination, and triumph. The grand media launch of A Time for Heroes will forever be etched in the collective memory of those who were fortunate enough to be a part of it, serving as a timeless reminder of the power and beauty of sportsmanship.

Spotted in the launch were Ambassador Marciano Paynor, Jr., Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, former Ilocos Sur Governor Luis Singson, and former Senator Vicente Sotto III, alongside a group of distinguished guests who graced the event with their presence. The notable individuals included respected diplomats, influential senators, and esteemed political personalities, all of whom added an aura of prestige to the occasion.

Also present on the occasion was Atty. Dong Puno, Prof. Cheche Lazaro, Christian Esguerra, Sis. Angelique Lazo-Mayuga, Christine Bersola-Babao, Phoemela Baranda, PAGCOR Chairman Efrahim Genuino, Philippine Olympic Committee Chairman Jose Cojuangco, Jr., Tagaytay City, Cavite Mayor Abraham Tolentino, Philippine Sports Commission Chairman William Ramirez, Joaquin Henson, Bill Velasco, Ricky Lo, Boy Abunda, Butch Francisco, Raymond Gutierrez, Joey de Leon, Crispina Martinez-Belen, Jeffrey Espiritu, Dindo Balares, Isah V. Red, Ricky Calderon, Dolly Anne Carvajal, German Moreno, Lolit Solis, Cristy Fermin, DJ Jhai Ho, Richard Gomez, and Kim Atienza.

By the start of September 2007, television networks, newspapers, and websites would set up their countdown clocks for the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007.

Peter Musngi, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Beng Chua, Michael Borricano, Terence Khan, and Dennis Antenor, Jr. were carefully handpicked to impart their mesmerizing voices for the countdown and teaser plugs of the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on both radio and television. Their exceptional talent, expertise, and crisp articulation add a touch of brilliance, captivating audiences across the airwaves. With their sonorous voices resonating through the speakers, the countdown and teaser plugs come alive, creating an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Through their unwavering charisma and professional dedication, they breathe life into each word, effortlessly engaging listeners and viewers alike. Whether it’s through their velvety tones or dynamic delivery, Peter Musngi, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Beng Chua, Michael Borricano, Terence Khan, and Dennis Antenor, Jr. elevate the countdown and teaser plugs to new heights, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of the audience. Their remarkable collaboration in this endeavor ensures that every moment leading up to the main event is adorned with sheer excellence and unwavering passion.

The Philippine Daily Inquirer, with radio station DZIQ Inquirer Radio 990, served as the media partner of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007, with the help of the PLDT facilities linking from Manila, Philippines, to Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, via satellite.

The title of the coverage of the 2007 SEA Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand is A Time for Heroes, produced by production company Airtime Marketing Philippines, Inc., sports divisions ABS-CBN Sports, GMA Sports, ABC Sports, Solar Sports, and pan-Asian pay television network ESPN Asia and aired on ABS-CBN, PTV, ABC, GMA, RPN, QTV, IBC, Studio 23 and CLTV.

The live television coverage of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand from December 6 to 15, 2007, was aired by the Philippines' ABS-CBN, People's Television Network (PTV), Associated Broadcasting Company (ABC), GMA Network, Radio Philippines Network (RPN), Quality Television (QTV), Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation (IBC), and Central Luzon Television (CLTV) in partnership with Airtime Marketing Philippines, Inc. and cable sports television network ESPN Asia. During the nine days of the regional sporting event, the said free-to-air television networks preempted regular programming in the morning, afternoon, and evening, excluding for news programs to give way for the coverage.

TV network resident announcer Peter Musngi, Lloyd Oliver Corpuz, Eric Galang, also known as Chinapaps, Al Torres, Shirley Escalante, Dennis Antenor, Jr, and Yuel Reyes, are doing the 100-day countdown promotional plug for the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, while Paolo Abrera, Jenny Almazan, Lia Andanar-Yu, Sol Aragones, Adrian Ayalin, Julius Babao, Gerry Baja, Joyce Balancio, Dr. Carl Balita, Brother Jun Banaag, Phoemela Baranda, Maricar Bautista, Cito Beltran, Jeff Canoy, Raya Capulong, Jorge Carino, Jing Castaneda, Angelo Castro, Jr., Willard Cheng, Ginger Conejero, Karmina Constantino, Nina Corpuz, Cheryl Cosim, RG Cruz, Ron Cruz, Jessie Cruzat, Bea Cuadra, Karen Davila, Karen de Guzman, Vic de Leon Lima, Harlene Delgado, Katrina Domingo, Ces Drilon, Mario Dumaual, Alvin Elchico, DJ Richard Enriquez, Ted Failon, Gretchen Fullido, Gigi Grande, Agatha Gregorio, Pia Gutierrez, Mico Halili, Paul Henson, Zen Hernandez, Pia Hontiveros, Jon Ibanez, Mon Ilagan, Paige Javier, Lynda Jumilla, Rica Lazo, Ed Lingao, Maan Macapagal, Twink Macaraig, Johnson Manabat, Robert Mano, Tina Monzon-Palma, Sheryll Mundo, Peter Musngi, Timi Nubla, Henry Omaga-Diaz, Apa Ongpin, Patrick Paez, Stanley Palisada, Amy Perez, Prof. Ricky Rosales, Anton Roxas, Jay Ruiz, Kaxandra Salonga, Korina Sanchez, Marlo Sanchez, Alex Santos, Darylle Sarmiento, Lexi Schulze, Bernadette Sembrano, Boyet Sison, Christopher Sitson, Anthony Taberna, Sherrie Anne Torres, Nadia Trinidad, Bill Velasco, Tony Velasquez, Vince Villar, Freddie Webb, Pinky Webb, Luis Pantoja, Mike Navallo, Angel Movido, Ryan Ang, Ina Reformina, and DJ Chacha situated at the Studio 7 of the ABS-CBN Broadcasting Center, Mike Enriquez, Jessica Soho, Mel Tiangco, Jay Sonza, German Moreno, Angelique Lazo, Vicky Morales, Paolo Bediones, Tito Sotto, Ruth Cabal, Nelson Canlas, Arnold Clavio, Mickey Ferriols, Rovilson Fernandez, Mav Gonzales, Ralph Guzman, Rico Hizon, Carlo Ledesma, Izzy Lee, Jiggy Manicad, Ivan Mayrina, Benjie Paras, Miriam Quiambao, Lhar Santiago, Rhea Santos, Howie Severino, Connie Sison, Emil Sumangil, Valerie Tan, Jay Taruc, Raffy Tima, Victoria Tulad, Mariz Umali, Iya Villania, Ryan Agoncillo, KC Montero, Suzi Entrata, Kara David, Luchi Cruz-Valdes, Ninna Castro, Lyn Ching, Gin de Mesa, Margaux Salcedo, Melissa Gecolea, Arnell Ignacio, Susan Enriquez, Jimmy Gil, Lala Roque, Mark Salazar, Melo del Prado, Joel Reyes Zobel, Tisha Silang, Antoinette Taus, Francis Magalona, Dingdong Dantes, Martin Andanar, Butch Francisco, Vic Sotto, Joey de Leon, Cacai Velasquez, Janno Gibbs, The Eraserheads, Jaya, Michael V., Side A, Verni Varga, Ricky Lo, Lolit Solis, Rudy Fernandez, Bobby Nalzaro, Tek Ocampo, Noly Calvo, Jeja Rose Pornan-Simeon, Orly Mercado, Connie Angeles, Susan Valdez, Mildred Ortega, Gina de Venecia, Rose Clores, Nonoy Zuñiga, Jimmy Santos, Jose Mari Chan and Dolphy was at the Westside Studio of GMA Broadway Centrum and Studio 2 of GMA Network Center, Deo Macalma, Angelo Palmones, Dely Magpayo, Joe Taruc, Andy Verde, Ruth Abao, Malou Cabral, Morly Alinio, Bing Formento, Regi Espiritu, Rey Sibayan, Rommel Fuertes, Edmar Estabillo, Florante Rosales, Dennis Antenor, Jr., Sherwin Alfaro, Dr. Cesar Chavez, Prof. Dody Lacuna, Atty. Cherryl Adami-Molina, Atty. Dodo Dulay, Boy Gonzales, Val Gonzales, Atty. Rica Herra, Thea Pecho Corpuz, JV Ejercito, Teddy Boy Locsin, Atty. Boying Remulla, Henry Uri, Karen Ow-Yong, Jana Abejero, Niño Padilla, and Atty. Rhina Seco from the MBC Media Group (MMG) Building, Star City, Vicente Sotto Street, Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay while the color commentators reporting live from Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand were Marco Benitez, Migs Bustos, Dyan Castillejo, Sam Coloso, Sam Corrales, Sydney Crespo, Apple David, Paolo del Rosario, Andrei Felix, Pauline Gaston, Boom Gonzales, Martin Javier, Ian Laurel, Cesca Litton, Gianna Llanes, Chino Lui Pio, Gretchen Malalad, TJ Manotoc, Angelique Manto, Rox Montealegre, Marc Nelson, Mozzy Ravena, Anne Remulla-Canda, Mikee Reyes, Tricia Robredo, Lance Santiago and Sharon Yu and sports correspondents Gretchen Ho, Renz Ongkiko, Chiqui Roa-Puno and Chino Trinidad.

"Fight for SEA Games crumbs underway."

Peping sees Thai victory, Philippine athletes check in

By Ernesto A. Gonzales, Sports Feature Editor

Published on page A29 in the December 6, 2007 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer

Nakhon Ratchasima—At least, the overall winner of the two preceding Southeast Asian Games started to shape up midway through the competition.

This time, however, everybody acknowledges a runaway victory for host Thailand—long before the opening of the 24th edition of the Games, which is set for Thursday at the main stadium of the Nakhon Ratchasima Sports Competition Center here.

"There's no way they're going to lose. It's the birthday of their King," said Philippine Olympic Committee president Jose "Peping" Cojuangco, Jr., who led the first big batch of 591-strong Philippine contingent that arrived here Tuesday

"The fight is for second place."

It was an uninspiring but realistic assessment of the Filipinos' chances in this biennial sports festival, which they finally dominated for the first time two years ago on their third stint as hosts.

Like Vietnam, which prevailed in 2003 while setting a record of sorts as the first home team to win on its first hosting stint, the Philippines did not emerge as a serious title contender until after the first few days of competition.

This time, Thailand, the overall runner-up in the last two editions, has been awarded the championship. And it could yet serve as the highlight of the nation's year-long celebration to mark the 80th birth anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

The King, who occupies a revered place in the history of the competition, was a sailing champion of the Games when it was still known as the Southeast Asian Peninsular Games until 1977, celebrated his birthday on Wednesday.

With action going full blast here and in Bangkok and Pattaya on Friday, the Thais are already in command with 18 golds, 19 silvers, and seven bronzes in shooting. Singapore was in second with 10 golds, followed by Vietnam with eight victories and Malaysia and Myanmar with two each.

Meanwhile, a 139-man group headed by Philippine Sports Commission chair William "Butch" Ramirez, and including 51-man athletics contingent and the women's basketball team, planed in Wednesday. The third and largest group of 155 will check in on Thursday.

After winning 113 golds in 2005 on top of 84 silvers and 94 bronzes, the Philippines hopes to win at least 485 events to be disputed in 42 sports to secure second place over Vietnam.

Admittedly not as prepared as in 2005, when the president's husband, Jose Miguel Arroyo, raised P 160 million to fund their training, the Filipinos hope to somewhat make it a merry Yuletide season with victories in, among others, both divisions of basketball, which was not held two years ago because the country was under FIBA suspension.

The Filipinos also look forward to churning out outstanding efforts in the pool when Erica Totten, Jaclyn Marissa Pangilinan and Maria Georgina Gandionco will go for Olympic berths; in billiards where Asiad champion Antonio Gabica joins former world 9-ball king Ronnie Alcano and other traditionally rich medal sources like taekwondo, boxing, wushu, traditional boat race and athletics.

The Philippine women's football team took a 0-10 beating at the hands of Vietnam and put its fate in the hands of the defending champions.

Joey Berba finished second in the seeding run of mountain cycling behind a Thai, while the two sepak takraw squads in the hoop event were in the middle of the pack after Wednesday's initial action.

The men's team of Danilo Alipan, Harrison Castanares, Joel Carbonilla, Hector Mencarion, and Metodio Suico, Jr., was fourth after two rounds. At the same time, the women's squad of Irene Apdon, Desere Autor, Sarah Jane Catain, Gelyn Evora, and Rhea Padrigo also held forth.

The Opening Ceremony will be held on Thursday at 6 p.m., with Crown Prince Maja Vajiranlongkorn as the guest of honor.

"Missing forms delay Philippine bets in Bangkok"

By Musong R. Castillo

Published on page A29 in the December 6, 2007 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer

Nakhon Ratchasima- Several Filipino athletes, part of a big 151-athlete wave to arrive here for the 24th Southeast Asian Games, were held for more than three hours at the Bangkok International Airport on Wednesday because of a mix-up with the local accreditation force.

Photos and application forms needed for the athletes' accreditation could not be found, and the Reception and Protocol Committee of the Games scrambled to give them identification cards at the last minute.

At the Philippine International Convention Center in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay, Metro Manila, some local media journalists needed accreditation.

That development delayed the Filipinos' arrival at the Olympic Village on the Suranaree University of Technology campus here. They checked into the village well into the night.

Members of the Philippine secretariat, led by Eleanor Navarro and Queenie Evangelista, facilitated the acquisition of new accreditation passes for the athletes, who touched down at the Bangkok airport together with Philippine Sports Commission chairman William "Butch" Ramirez.

Ramirez, who was whisked away by the VIP welcoming committee, was the second top sports official after Philippine Olympic Committee president Jose "Peping" Cojuangco.

Cojuangco planed in with more than 140 athletes and officials on Tuesday. They arrived in Korat about 10 p.m. (11 p.m. Manila time).

Update: 

"Kahit walang tulugan dito sa PICC, mga kasapi ng media mananatili dito sa Sofitel Philippine Plaza hanggang sa pagtatapos ng 24th Southeast Asian Games sa ika-15 ng Disyembre. Sinusubokan namin na ma-contact ng GMA News." - from Saksi, December 6, 2007 episode

Before the live airing of opening ceremony of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, some of them who spotted at the central atrium fronting H&M, SM Mall of Asia are SM Supermalls president Annie Garcia, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. president Hans Sy, Steven Tan, some executives from PLDT, Smart, Maynilad, Meralco, Facebook, Friendster, Multiply, Myspace, Twitter, Tumblr and YouTube as well barangay officials and residential families in support of Filipino athletes during the 2007 SEA Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

SM Supermalls president Annie Garcia

SM Prime Holdings, Inc. president and CEO Hans Sy

December 6, 2007 - Hours before the grand opening ceremony of the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, the Central Atrium of SM Mall of Asia was transformed into a live viewing area occupied by a LED screen and more seats for various residents and barangay officials of Manila, including the districts of Ermita, Malate and San Andres, Pasay, Paranaque, Las Pinas, Muntinlupa and Bacoor were arrived. According to Mr. Sy, it would be broadcast at 6:30 p.m. via wide screens at the following SM Supermalls: SM North EDSA, SM City Sta. Mesa, SM Megamall, SM City Cebu, SM Southmall, SM City Bacoor, SM City Fairview, SM City Iloilo, SM City Manila, SM City Pampanga, SM City Sucat, SM City Davao, SM City CDO Uptown, SM City Bicutan, SM City Lucena, SM City Baguio, SM City Marilao, SM City Dasmariñas, SM City Batangas, SM City San Lazaro, SM City Valenzuela, SM City Molino, SM City Santa Rosa, SM City Clark, SM Mall of Asia, SM Center Pasig, SM City Lipa, SM City Bacolod, SM City Taytay, SM Center Muntinlupa, SM City Marikina, SM City Rosales, SM City Baliwag, SM City Naga, SM Center Las Piñas, SM City Rosario, SM City Tarlac, SM City San Pablo, SM City Calamba, SM City Novaliches, SM City Masinag, SM City Olongapo Downtown, SM City Consolacion, SM City San Fernando Downtown, SM City General Santos, SM Lanang, SM Aura, SM City BF Parañaque, SM City Cauayan, SM Center Angono, SM Megacenter Cabanatuan, SM City San Mateo, SM City Cabanatuan, SM Center Shaw, SM Center Sangandaan, SM Seaside City, SM City San Jose Del Monte, SM City Trece Martires, S Maison, SM Center Congressional, SM City East Ortigas, SM CDO Downtown, SM Center Antipolo Downtown, SM City Puerto Princesa, SM Center Tuguegarao Downtown, SM Center Pulilan, SM Center Lemery, SM Center Imus, SM City Urdaneta Central, SM City Telabastagan, SM City Legazpi, SM Center Ormoc, SM City Olongapo Central, SM Center Dagupan, SM City Butuan, SM City Mindpro, SM City Daet, SM City Grand Central, SM City Roxas, SM City Tanza, SM City Sorsogon, SM City Tuguegarao, SM City Bataan, SM Center San Pedro, SM City Santo Tomas, SM City Caloocan, SM J Mall and SM City Laoag.

Even the hotel guests spending at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila, when kart racers Matteo Guidicelli, Tyson Sy, Mark Bumgarner, and Javi Benitez, and race car driver Enzo Pastor, they stayed together along with Rina Go, Paolo Abrera, and Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino general manager Marco Protacio, had an amazing time. The atmosphere was vibrant and excited as they enjoyed each other’s company. They engaged in thrilling conversations about their respective careers and shared stories of their adventures. From discussing the latest racing techniques to exchanging travel anecdotes, their interactions were both entertaining and educational. The bond formed during their stay created memories that will last a lifetime, and it was truly a remarkable experience.

PLDT, the leading telecommunications company in the Philippines, has recently made an exciting announcement regarding the live streaming of the highly anticipated 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 6 to 15, 2007. This groundbreaking announcement by PLDT, the telecommunications giant in the Philippines, has caused quite a buzz among sports enthusiasts. The declaration is about the much-awaited live streaming coverage of the highly anticipated 2007 SEA Games in beautiful Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. The Southeast Asian Games, which is set to take place in Thailand, is expected to be a spectacle of athletic prowess and cultural diversity. With the aid of PLDT’s advanced telecommunication technology, fans across the country can now enjoy the exhilarating sporting event from the comfort of their own homes. This exciting development aims to bring the thrill and excitement of the SEA Games right to the fingertips of every Filipino. The news of this innovative initiative has generated an immense sense of anticipation and excitement among sports enthusiasts and Filipinos alike. So gear up, sit back, and get ready to experience the thrill of the SEA Games like never before, courtesy of PLDT’s cutting-edge live streaming service.

According to PLDT, they have partnered with several prominent establishments, including Sofitel Philippine Plaza, Traders Hotel, SM Mall of Asia, SM City Sucat, SM City Bicutan, SM Southmall, and SM Center Muntinlupa. PLDT, a telecommunications company in the Philippines, has formed strategic collaborations with several well-known establishments. Notable among these partnerships are Sofitel Philippine Plaza, Traders Hotel, and various SM malls, including SM Mall of Asia, SM City Sucat, SM City Bicutan, SM Southmall, and SM Center Muntinlupa. These alliances have allowed PLDT to extend its reach and provide enhanced services to customers across the country.

Foreign journalists from international media outlets would be allowed to stay at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila from December 2 to 16, not only from Reuters, AP, and AFP, but also from other renowned news organizations such as BBC, CNN, The New York Times, The Guardian, and Al Jazeera, among others. It is a testament to the hotel’s reputation and commitment to accommodating media professionals from around the world.

At past 6 a.m. of Sunday, December 9, 2007, inside the Plenary Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center, a Holy Mass for the second Sunday of Advent 2007 presided by Manila Archbishop Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales and heard over ZNN Radyo Veritas 846, was attended by a large congregation. The solemn ceremony showcased magnificent hymns sung by a choir, filling the hall with their angelic voices, while the faithful participated in prayer and contemplation. The archbishop delivered a powerful sermon, imparting words of wisdom and hope to those in attendance. The event was broadcast live, reaching a wider audience and allowing them to experience the peaceful atmosphere of the mass. People from all walks of life gathered together, united in their faith and devotion, creating a sense of community and togetherness. The sacredness of the moment resonated deeply within the hearts of the attendees, fostering a renewed sense of spirituality and strengthening their connection to God. The mass served as a reminder of the significance of the Advent season and the anticipation of the coming of Christ. It was a truly memorable and uplifting experience for everyone present, leaving a lasting impression that would inspire them throughout the Advent season and beyond.

From 8 a.m. to 12 noon (before SOP Rules) and 5:30 to 9 p.m. (after Showbiz Central), the replay of day 2 and live coverage of day 3 of the 2007 Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, were aired over GMA-7. During this time frame, viewers had the opportunity to relive the excitement of day 2 and witness the thrilling moments of day 3 unfold in real time. The broadcast, which commenced at 8 a.m. and concluded at 9 p.m., allowed sports enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the heart-pounding action and experience the thrill of the Games as if they were there in person. This extensive coverage on GMA-7 provided a fantastic platform for viewers to stay engaged and connected with the thrilling events taking place at the 2007 Southeast Asian Games.

At the PICC grounds, where they are currently enjoying a lovely picnic, they have made the decision to extend their day of fun by heading over to the highly entertaining Star City amusement park. It is important to note that this choice has been made with the peace of mind that there is no threat of terror present.

At 5 p.m., television sign-language interpreter Alfredo “Jun” Celada, Jr. confidently and gracefully commenced his highly anticipated press conference at the prestigious Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Forum, captivating the attention of the attendees with his incredible skills and unwavering dedication. The room was filled with an air of excitement and anticipation as journalists, media personnel, and distinguished guests eagerly awaited his words, knowing that his message would transcend mere language barriers and reach the hearts of all those present. With unwavering passion and unwavering commitment, Mr. Celada proved that language is not merely confined to words, as he used his expert sign-language skills to convey his every thought and emotion, effortlessly bridging gaps and fostering understanding. As he spoke, it was evident that his talent and expertise were not limited to linguistic expression, as his dynamic and engaging presence commanded the attention of everyone in the room. With every precise and eloquent movement of his hands, Mr. Celada reminded us all of the power of inclusivity, reminding us that communication knows no bounds and that true understanding can be achieved when language becomes the bridge that unites us all.

Celada was accompanied by former Senator and Estrada cabinet secretary Dr. Orly Mercado and wife Dr. Susan Pineda, fellow Kapwa Ko, Mahal Ko hosts Connie Angeles-Ganuelas, Boots Anson-Roa, Rosa Rosal, Toni Rose Gayda, Nonoy Zuñiga, Rosemarie Gil, Juan Flavier, Cielito del Mundo, Susan Valdez, Mildred Ortega, Rose Clores, Gina de Venecia, Maria Solis, Carlos Gomez, and Ramon Cruz. They were all gathered together at the PICC Forum 3, where a delightful feast awaited them. Packed dinners, including scrumptious fried chicken, exquisite pastas, delectable pizzas, and a wide array of refreshing beverages such as Coca-Cola, Milo, and Nestea, were thoughtfully prepared and served for their enjoyment. The atmosphere was filled with joy as everyone savored the delicious food and engaged in lively conversations.

I recall the ABS-CBN News, ABC News, and GMA News OB vans, along with the ABS-CBN news gathering OB van truck, parked in the CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay, and the SM Mall of Asia in SM Mall of Asia Complex, Bay City, Pasay, from December 6 to 15, 2007, during the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

At 6:30 p.m. on December 9, 2007, Hong Kong TVB-owned free-to-air TV channel Lifestyle Network Philippines airs the TVB News' iteration of ABS-CBN news program TV Patrol, anchored by Henry Omaga-Diaz and reporting live from the SM Mall of Asia in SM Mall of Asia Complex, Bay City, Pasay.

The December 9, 2007 episode of TVB News' iteration of ABS-CBN's news program TV Patrol includes: Overnight vigils at the PICC and Bulacan Provincial Capitol reported by Doris Bigornia, a morning mass at the Plenary Hall of the Philippine International Convention Center led by Manila Archbishop Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales and rallies outside Metro Manila reported by Jing Castaneda, highlights of day 3 of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand reported by Dyan Castillejo. 

Before the commercial break, it flashes the live traffic of EDSA-Kamuning Flyover and Roxas Boulevard, Pasay, then the medal tally for yesterday's day 2 and the highlights of Team Philippines at the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

Peter Musngi says, "Ang programang ito ay hatid sa inyo ng Hope Luxury Cigarettes," followed by commercial gaps from corporate sponsors and teaser plugs of TVB Pearl on Lifestyle Network.

Inquirer Lifestyle Series: Fitness.Fashion with Samsung fashion show's guest model Enchong Dee before the in the finals of men’s 100-meter butterfly and he was placed eighth in the finals with the time of 56.87 seconds during the 2007 Southeast Asian Games swimming events in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand last Sunday, December 9, 2007. Photos: Louise Gandionco-David/Multiply.com and courtesy of Bench

December 8 to 9, 2007 and December 11 to 12, 2007, During a five-day swimming competition for the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand with national swimmer and then University of California swimmer Miguel Molina and the fashion show's guest model turned Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) national athlete, Philippine Amateur Swimming Association, Inc. (PASA) member, De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Tankers, Philippine Columbian Association (PCA) Stingrays and Sun Life Financial Philippines (Sun Life) Triathlon Team member Ernest Lorenzo "Enchong" Dee, the Paolo Abrera-Marco Protacio affair and the riots at Dee residence in Barangay Horseshoe, Quezon City. A 25-hour overnight vigil was held at the Greenbelt Chapel in Makati City, on the same day, starting at 7:00 p.m. and ending at 8:00 p.m. of the same day. Dee was in the finals of the men's 100-meter butterfly last December 9 and lane 1 of the men's 200-meter butterfly finals last December 11, 2007. He was the eighth-place finisher in the said event with a time of 2 minutes, 11.47 seconds, and he lost to Filipino-American James Bernard Walsh.

A re-run of the August 21, 1983 assassination of former senator Benigno Aquino, Jr. aired by GMA Network. (In 1983, Channel 7 was the first to break the news of Ninoy Aquino's death, and later would be the only television station to broadcast his funeral.)

The video conversation starts with the sound of the plane landing and people talking among themselves.

• “Everybody remains on board,” one of them says.

Moments later, a single gunshot rings out and women are wailing.

• “What happened? What was that?” a woman’s voice asks.
• More gunshots. The wailing becomes louder.
• Then an order from several men: “Inside, inside, inside!”
• “The soldiers… shot Ninoy. He’s dead out there,” a woman cries out.

Burton’s tape records faintly the sound of someone saying, “Eto na (This is it).” Footage shot by a foreign TV crew captures the words now familiar to Filipinos who lived through the events surrounding the Aquino assassination. “Eto na, eto na! Ako na, ako na! Op! Pusila, pusila (This is it, this is it! Let me let me! Shoot, shoot)!”

And then, the gunshot.

What is significant about the tape are the reactions of Aquino’s fellow passengers and the conversations Burton had with them.

Burton apparently kept recording as she discussed with fellow foreign journalists what happened.

Some eight minutes into the tape, Burton is heard saying, “It’s very confusing, I mean, I don’t know.” She then answered more questions from someone who sounded like an American.

• Man: “They shot Ninoy?”
• Woman, presumably Burton: “Yeah.”
• Man: “Where?”
• Burton: “Right at the bottom of the stairs.”
• Man: “When Ninoy was still on it or when…”
• Burton: “No, when he got off. I’m sure he’s dead.”

The tape also captures Burton and her fellow passengers after they had disembarked and ran into people waiting to meet the passengers from the China Airlines flight.

Local journalists who covered the airport at the time had been herded by military men to the entrance to the tube where they were to await Aquino. When they learned of the commotion on the tarmac, they interviewed the disembarking passengers to ask them what happened.

One conversation was that of Burton and a Filipino.

• Man: “What did you see? Who did it?”
• Burton: “Soldiers.”
• Man: “How many of them?”
• Burton: “I don’t know. I think we’d better wait.”
• Man: “Did you recognize him? Aquino?”
• Burton: “Yeah.”
• Man: “What’s your name?”
• Burton: “No, I’m not gonna… this is not the place to talk. We had just seen two assassinations take place right outside our window.”

The tape then records what sounded like Burton comparing notes with fellow foreign correspondents, everyone recalling what they heard and trying to reconstruct the moments when they listened to the shorts.

In one portion of the tape, the conversation turns to who killed Aquino, and Burton points out that a Japanese reporter had seen one of the men in khaki, referring to one of Aquino’s escorts, being the gunman.

But a man contradicts her, saying, “I did not see a man in khaki uniform shoot Aquino.” To this day, the question of who shot Aquino remains subject to debate.

Three personalities along with Samson, Reyes, Claparols, and Eala stayed in the same place for the said event for fifteen days between December 6 to 15, 2007, followed by her father former Philippine Senator Rene Cayetano's 73rd birthday celebration on December 12, 2007, and the welcome the new millennium 2008 between December 31, 2007, and January 1, 2008.

December 12, 2007, one of Enchanted Kingdom's attractions, the Space Shuttle roller coaster, stalled between the tracks, where school children from Bulacan, Laguna, and Batangas were included.

On December 19, 2007, or four days after the closing ceremony of the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, when movie and television personality, college student, Philippine Sports Commission national athlete and Philippine Amateur Swimming Association swimmer Ernest Lorenzo Dee also known as Enchong Dee who arrived at Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila in Makati City for a hero's welcome and press conference after the flight from Bangkok up to Manila with a motorcade and ticker tape parade and he is talking to ultra bilyonaryo and Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company, Smart Communications, Inc. and MVP Sports Foundation chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan and Ayala Corporation chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala on the success of team Philippines at the 24th Southeast Asian Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand last December 6 to 15, 2007. Mister Dee is 19 years old from Naga City, residing in Barangay Horseshoe, Quezon City and studying in De La Salle University in Manila, he would like to have a chance to meet with Pangilinan and Zobel de Ayala along with the executives of STAR Magic, led by head Johnny Manahan and senior vice president Mariole Alberto, handler and co-manager Monch Novales, Bench big boss Ben Chan with Bench resident architect Miguel Pastor; Enchong’s manager and mentor, PR master Keren Pascual; entrepreneurs Leah Puyat and Angelette Calero; The Philippine STAR Lifestyle editor Millet Martinez-Mananquil with husband Robert Mananquil; models Robby, Raya and Rissa Mananquil with Valerie de los Santos; Ateneo Blue Eagles team manager Paolo Trillo; Phoemela Baranda; Deo Endrinal, ABS-CBN vice president for Talk, Variety and Reality and head of Dreamscape Entertainment; Star Studio Magazine editor-in-chief Biboy Arboleda; and Sun Life Financial Philippines, led by president and chief executive officer Henry Joseph Herrera. Spotted in the press conference were ABS-CBN news reporters Migs Bustos, Dyan Castillejo, Anna Cerezo, Mario Dumawal, Miguel Dumaual, MJ Felipe, Gretchen Fullido, and TJ Manotoc, ABS-CBN Sports personalities Martin Javier and Mikee Reyes, GMA news reporters Aubrey Carampel, Nelson Canlas, Lhar Santiago and Chino Trinidad, De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Tankers coach Professor Rene "Guy" Concepcion, former national swimmer Eric Buhain, and Philippine Amateur Swimming Association president Mark Joseph.

Makalipas na walong taon, kamusta pa ba ang aktor at dating pambansang atleta na si Enchong Dee pagkatapos ng 2007 SEA Games swimming competition sa Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand noong ika-7 hanggang ika-11 ng Disyembre 2007, 2008 UAAP swimming championships sa Trace Aquatic Center sa Los Banos, Laguna noong Setyembre 25 hanggang 28, 2008, 2008 ASEAN University Games sa Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia noong ika-11 hanggang ika-21 ng Disyembre 2008 at 2009 UAAP swimming championships sa Trace Aquatic Center sa Los Banos, Laguna noong Setyembre 24 hanggang 27, 2009, siya ay naging contestant sa reality show na Pinoy Big Brother na may edisyon na "737" noong Hunyo 2015 at host ng reality show na Pinoy Big Brother na may edisyon na "Connect" noong Disyembre 2020, "Kumunity Season 10" noong Oktubre 2021, "Gen 11" noong Hulyo 2024 at "Celebrity Collab Edition" noong Marso 2025. 

(Eight years later, how is actor and former national athlete Enchong Dee after the 2007 SEA Games swimming competition in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand on December 7 to 11, 2007, 2008 UAAP swimming championships on September 25 to 28, 2008, 2008 ASEAN University Games in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on December 11 to 21, 2008 and 2009 UAAP swimming championships at the Trace Aquatic Center in Los Banos, Laguna on September 24 to 27, 2009, he became a contestant on the reality show Pinoy Big Brother with the "737" edition in June 2015 and host of the reality show Pinoy Big Brother with "Connect" in December 2020, "Kumunity Season 10" in October 2021, "Gen 11" in July 2024 and "Celebrity Collab Edition" in March 2025.)

“Unbelievable” is the reply of actor and former UAAP athlete Enchong Dee when asked how he was able to divide his time between his showbiz career, his training, and his studies at DLSU.

It was not easy. There were days that Dee would go without sleep, from taping to the pool just to train. From there, he would go straight to class. But all the hard work paid off in 2007, 2008, and 2009 when he picked up three consecutive MVP awards. In 2009, the 20-year-old actor was honored by the La Salle community for bagging his third MVP trophy and seven gold medals—in the 1,500-meter and 800-meter freestyle, 400-meter and 200-meter individual medley, 200-meter, 100-meter and 50-meter butterfly—thereby powering the DLSU men’s swimming team to it’s first title since 2002.

It was unbelievable, but not impossible. Dee thinks the biggest factor in his success was his ability to manage his time. “I would ask permission from my professors, coaches, and directors,” he says. “I always believe that to have a proper approach to something, it’s important to keep communication lines open. Be straight to the point, but make sure nothing is compromised.”

He misses being part of the UAAP, especially now that he is no longer actively training. Dee is now exclusively devoted to his showbiz career. His latest movie, I Do, in which he starred opposite Erich Gonzales, did well at the box office, and he has several projects lined up. “I miss it [UAAP], especially the preparation,” he says. “I would train with my teammates every morning before going to class. It’s fulfilling when I look back and realize how hard we worked, and how harmonious we moved as a group.”

The win was also memorable because he would see kids look up to him and say they wanted to be like him one day. For Dee, being in a position to inspire other people was one of the best things about being part of the UAAP.

The values he learned in competition—“discipline towards work, perseverance toward a goal, teamwork among my co-workers, working hard and having passion for what I do”—are values that will serve him even now that he is, as they say, “out of the water”.

Epilogue

"In my proposed diary regarding my re-enactment of episode 3, part 3, sequence 1 of Your Song presents Boystown, shot on location at the Olympic-size swimming pool of Makati Aqua Sports Arena, without Coach Daniel portrayed by Romnick Sarmienta, as a solo artist along with my sister Maria Angelika "Anj" Dee, 2010 UAAP Swimming Championships Girls Division MVP Sabrina Ingrid Ilustre, 2022 UAAP Swimming Championships Women's Division MVP Xiandi Chua, 2009 UAAP Swimming Championships Men's Division Rookie of the Year and 2013 UAAP Swimming Championships Men's Division MVP Johansen Benedict "Johan" Aguilar, Joshua Desamero and Adrian Thomas Dionisio, I am the youngest swimmer from Naga, Camarines Sur, turned professional movie and television actor and comedian, dancer, TV commercial, print and ramp model, singer and songwriter, and a student of De La Salle University, Manila campus."

For the 20-year-old Enchong Dee, playing Arnel in the ABS-CBN’s Sunday mid-afternoon drama mini-series, Your Song presents “Boystown”, is seated, using Cofta Ruby 1 Monoblock – Plain White and a starter pack for his hair styling includes Bench Fix Hair Gel, Normal Hold 135g and Bench Fix Hair Wax in Rock Steady 80g, it wears Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M and holding Arena AGL-1400 EMBL swimming glass (mirror Swedish type), he does a hair styling and portrait session with hair & makeup artist Nilo Cruz before proceeding to the climb at the swimming block, where he is adjusting the Arena AGL-1400 EMBL swimming glass (mirror Swedish type) to do a men’s 400-meter individual medley, men’s 200-meter butterfly, men’s 100-meter butterfly, men’s 50-meter butterfly, men’s 200-meter individual medley, men’s 800-meter freestyle and men’s 1,500-meter freestyle then Enchong Dee as Arnel was in lane 4 wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M and adjusting his Arena AGL-1400 EMBL swimming glass (mirror Swedish type) and his sister Anj Dee is in lane 3 wearing Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Recordbreaker Costume, Female – Black (8-008153218) and adjusting her Speedo Speedsocket Mirror Goggle - Black (8-705893515) to do a men’s and women’s 400-meter individual medley, men’s and women’s 200-meter butterfly, men’s and women’s 100-meter butterfly, men’s and women’s 50-meter butterfly, men’s and women’s 200-meter individual medley, men’s and women’s 800-meter freestyle and men’s and women’s 1,500-meter freestyle, Enchong Dee as Arnel was in lane 4 wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M and adjusting his Arena AGL-1400 EMBL swimming glass (mirror Swedish type) and Johan Aguilar is in lane 5 wearing Agonswim University Athletic Association, University of Florida Mesh Training Suit Fully Front and Back Lined (ACX111510TRS2MES) and adjusting his Speedo Speedsocket Mirror Goggle – Black (8-705893515) to do a men’s 400-meter individual medley, men’s 200-meter butterfly, men’s 100-meter butterfly, men’s 50-meter butterfly, men’s 200-meter individual medley, men’s 800-meter freestyle and men’s 1,500-meter freestyle when Arnel will training with us, before warm-up, to watch a one-on-one game, photo by Ronnie Salvacion, styling by Bang Pineda, makeup by Renato Lu, shot on location at the 50-meter Olympic-size swimming pool of Makati Aqua Sports Arena.

P.S. Big thanks to Dimo for lending his underwater housing!

It uses the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K, Canon EOS C100 Mark II with Dual Pixel CMOS AF & EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM Zoom Lens Kit, Ewa-Marine Underwater Housing for Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K, and Ewa-Marine V102 Underwater Housing for Canon EOS C100 or C100 Mark II.

"Me, as Arnel in Your Song presents Boystown was in lane 4 and doing solo, when I was wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M to do a men's 400-meter individual medley, men's 200-meter individual medley, men's 100-meter butterfly, men's 800-meter freestyle, men's 1,500-meter freestyle and men's 200-meter butterfly despite my re-enactment of episode 3, part 3, sequence 1 when Arnel with train with the Santillan Sharks before warming-up to watch a one-on-one game."

"And my sister Maria Angelika "Anj" Dee was in lane 3 and wearing the Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Recordbreaker Costume, Female – Black (8-008153218), size M, label 34" to do a women’s 200-meter individual medley, women’s 100-meter butterfly, women’s 800-meter freestyle, women’s 1,500-meter freestyle, women’s 200-meter butterfly and women’s 400-meter individual medley."

Then me in lane 4 and is wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M and sister Maria Angelika "Anj" Dee was in lane 3 and wearing the Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Recordbreaker Costume, Female – Black (8-008153218), size M, label 34 to do a men's and women's 400-meter individual medley, men's and women's 200-meter individual medley, men's and women's 100-meter butterfly, men's and women's 800-meter freestyle, men's and women's 1,500-meter freestyle and men's and women's 200-meter butterfly.

Then me as Arnel was in lane 4 and wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size L and adjusting my Arena AGL-1400 EMBL swimming glass (mirror Swedish type) and my sister Maria Angelika "Anj" Dee is in lane 3 wearing Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Recordbreaker Costume, Female – Black (8-008153218) and adjusting her Speedo Speedsocket Mirror Goggle - Black (8-705893515) to do a men's and women's 400-meter individual medley, men's and women's 200-meter individual medley, men's and women's 100-meter butterfly, men's and women's 800-meter freestyle, men's and women's 1,500-meter freestyle and men's and women's 200-meter butterfly.

Me as Arnel was in lane 4 wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M and adjusting his Arena AGL-1400 EMBL swimming glass (mirror Swedish type) and 2009 UAAP Swimming Championships Men's Division Rookie of the Year and 2013 UAAP Swimming Championships Men's Division MVP Johansen Benedict "Johan" Aguilar is in lane 5 wearing Agonswim University Athletic Association, University of Florida Mesh Training Suit Fully Front and Back Lined (ACX111510TRS2MES), size 32 and adjusting his Speedo Speedsocket Mirror Goggle - Black (8-705893515), I was re-enacting the bod photos before doing re-enactment of episode 3, part 3, sequence 1 to do a men's 400-meter individual medley, men's 200-meter individual medley, men's 100-meter butterfly, men's 800-meter freestyle, men's 1,500-meter freestyle and men's 200-meter butterfly.

"There is no turning back. #sexyback"

Then 2009 UAAP Swimming Championships Men's Division Rookie of the Year and 2013 UAAP Swimming Championships Men's Division MVP Johansen Benedict "Johan" Aguilar is in lane 5 wearing Agonswim University Athletic Association, University of Florida Mesh Training Suit Fully Front and Back Lined (ACX111510TRS2MES), size 32 and adjusting his Speedo Speedsocket Mirror Goggle - Black (8-705893515) to do a men's 200-meter backstroke, men's 400-meter individual medley, men's 200-meter individual medley, men's 400-meter freestyle, men's 100-meter butterfly, men's 800-meter freestyle, men's 1,500-meter freestyle, men's 200-meter freestyle and men's 200-meter butterfly.

And my sister, Maria Angelika "Anj" Dee, Monique "Nikki" Bacolod, 2010 UAAP Swimming Championships Girls Division MVP Sabrina Ingrid Ilustre and 2022 UAAP Swimming Championships Women's Division MVP Xiandi Chua they wearing Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Recordbreaker Costume, Female – Black (8-008153218), size M, label 34.

Yours truly and Adrian Thomas Dionisio are wearing Arena ARN-6015 DGRN Rimic Nux-F, size M, along with Johansen Benedict "Johan" Aguilar, Fahad Alkhaldi and Gerard Daniel "Berber" Berino wearing Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Legskin, Male – Black (8-008083218) and Mike Advincula, McTracy Alindogan, Roby Almajose, Donn Almera, Miguel Blaise Ampil, Alfonso Bautista, Nicolo Bengzon, Benedict Campos, Martin Carandang, Skyler Claveria, Hans Mikael Cruz, Jules Danting, Joshua Desamero, Charles Diu, Jake Du, Troy Espiritu, Juan Rodrigo "Jigs" Fonseca, Jason Paul Gaviola, Giles Joshua Go, Joseph Anthony Go, Yuri Ilustre, Earl Jay Jayme, Jarvin Li, Marc Libarnes, Elijah Lizares, Christopher Marzel Llorente, Christopher William Manalo, Zach Maranon, Matthew Marzan, Owen Mendoza, Carlo Millan, Kyle Paggabao, Miguel Peñafiel, Chris Pinto, Mikki Quilala, Rob Real, Jr., Marvin Aldrich Relucio, Louie Angelo Ricafrente, Rainier Lloyd Salonga, Eduardo Santos, Jomai Santos, Christian Sy, Jaren Rylie Tan, Gamaiel Torres, Kevin Christopher Ty, Benjie Uy, Timothy Vincent Yap, Benzi Yang and Huxley Yu are wearing Arena ARN-6014 DGRN Half Spats Nux-F and taking off their 2011 Nike exclusive De La Salle Dri-Fit tee (green/white) when they goes shirtless.

Me, along with team captain Mike Advincula, McTracy Alindogan, Roby Almajose, Donn Almera, Miguel Blaise Ampil, Alfonso Bautista, Nicolo Bengzon, Benedict Campos, Martin Carandang, Skyler Claveria, Hans Mikael Cruz, Jules Raphael Danting, Charles Gerson Diu, Jake Du, Troy Jordan Espiritu, Jigs Fonseca, Jason Gaviola, Giles Joshua Go, Joseph Anthony Go, Yuri Ilustre, Earl Jay Jayme, Jarvin Li, Marc Libarnes, Elijah Lizares, Christopher Marzel Llorente, Christopher William Manalo, Zach Maranon, Matthew Marzan, Owen Mendoza, Carlo Millan, Kyle Paggabao, Miguel Peñafiel, Chris Pinto, Mikki Quilala, Rob Real, Jr., Marvin Aldrich Relucio, Louie Angelo Ricafrente, Rainier Salonga, Eduardo Santos, Jomai Santos, Christian Sy, Jaren Rylie Tan, Gamaiel Torres, Kevin Christopher Ty, Benjie Uy, Benzi Yang and Huxley Yu are wearing Arena ARN-6014 DGRN Half Spats Nux-F, size M and taking off their 2011 Nike exclusive De La Salle Dri-Fit tee (green/white) when they goes shirtless, along with my sister Maria Angelica "Anj" Dee, along with Ace Agustin, Lyca Agustin, Tessa Alcantara, Thea Alcantara, Lynette Ang, Lorraine Angkico, Clarisse Andrea Bacani, Nikki Bacolod, Apple Berenguer, Charlene Alexis Cebedo, Mariel Andrea Carandang, Sarah Castañeda, Xiandi Chua, Lia Trisha Co, Jas de Guzman, Jia De Guzman, EA Delos Santos, Nichole Evangelista, Faith Fernandez, Katerina Flores, Berny Galang, Jhianna Gonzales, Cana Guanio, Sabrina Ingrid Ilustre, Angelie Jalauig, Carla Jaurigue, Bea Jison, Jana Laurian, Heish Lavina, Anezhka Lim, Ruth Antoinette Manlongat, Maggie Mendoza, Sam Moises, Diana Ongpin, Nikki Pamintuan, Aya Panganiban, Izzah Pesigan, Ayee Quilala, Vanessa Raymundo, Aria Sahagun, Cass Salandanan, Hanna Sanchez, Janina Nicole Sedilla, Mari So, Mikka Sy, Mikee Tablada, Trixcee Tan, Betina Ting, Kaira Celina Ty, Chloe Ekaterina Uy, Jed Villareal, Erika Visitacion, Bea Yllen and Meleah Zalamea are wearing Arena ARN-6012W DGRN Rimic Nux-F and Johan Aguilar, Fahad Alkhaldi, Pierce Beltran, Skyler Claveria, Joshua Desamero, Jheg Gonzales, Brian Padua, Kelles Que, Alberto Racelis, Roch Santos, Kenley Wong and Sage Yabut are wearing Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro Jammer, Male – Black (8-008093218), shot on location at the swimming pool of Trace Aquatic Center in Los Banos, Laguna.

Later, Enchong Dee, who participated in the Sun Life Aquathlon held on September 17, 2017, at the Makati Aqua Sports Arena and the University of Makati track oval.

Swimmers shine again, but RP is still 5th overall

By Ernesto Gonzales

Published on page A29 in the December 12, 2007 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer

NAKHON RATCHASIMA--Parading another star in Filipino-American James Walsh, swimming matched the two-gold effort by cycling as the Philippines finished with seven victories Tuesday that did little to get the defending overall champion Philippines out of its fifth-place hole in the 24th Southeast Asian Games here.

Walsh smashed the six-year-old SEAG record in ruling the men's 200-meter butterfly, then combined with Miguel Molina, Ryan Arabejo, and new RP swim sensation Daniel Coakley to secure the sport's final gold in the men's 4x100-meter medley relay. That capped the Filipinos' eight victories overall.

Former bikathon king Victor Espiritu finally crashed the winners' circle for the first time in three SEAGs by topping the men's 40-kilometer points’ race late Monday and defending champion Alfie Catalan kept his 4-km individual pursuit title.

Felicisimo Nierras Jr. salvaged gold for athletics in the men's 400 meters, Amaya Paz retained her women's compound individual title in archery and the men's epee squad scored anew as the Filipinos boosted their golden harvest to 29 with four days of competition left.

But the Filipinos stayed two golds behind Malaysia which captured a pair of golds at the start of the final swim program to keep fourth place. Indonesia was sixth with 25 victories.

As of 8:30 p.m. here (9:30 p.m. in Manila), the Thais moved closer to their overall target of 120 victories with 97 gold medals. Vietnam was in second with 46, followed by Singapore with 37.

Walsh shattered by 1.39 seconds the SEAG record of 2:01.84, set by Malaysia's Anthony Ang in September 2001 in Kuala Lumpur.

Donny Utomo of Indonesia won silver (2:00.81) and Daniel Bego of Malaysia won bronze (2:03.97).

Ernest Lorenzo Dee (8th, 2:11.47) also failed in the finals of the men's 200-meter butterfly.

Molina's individual winning streak earlier ended at three as he settled for the bronze in the men's 200 freestyle. But he was a winner when he plunged into action for the last time as the swimmer of the breaststroke leg.

Molina finished with one more victory than his golden output in 2005 to become the most successful RP campaigner so far.

Ryan Arabejo, the 200 backstroke and 1,500 freestyle winners, took care of the backstroke. Walsh swam the butterfly, and 50m freestyle champion Coakley finished off the relay in style.

Boxing, now under pressure to deliver and help avoid an embarrassing finish for the Filipinos, placed three more fighters in the finals for a total of 13.

Experts, however, feel the Filipinos need no less than knockout wins against their Thai foes in the gold medal round starting Wednesday to avoid the infamous hometown decision here.

Bantamweight Junel Cantancio, lightweight Joegen Ladon, and light heavyweight Maximino Tabangcora completed the cast of RP finalists after light fly Albert Pabila was eliminated by Thai Amnat Ruenroeng, 18-8.

The other gold medal hopefuls are flyweight Godfrey Castro, light welter Jerry Semillano, featherweight Orlando Tacuyan, middleweight Junie Tizon, and female fighters Annie Albania, Alice Kate Aparri, Jouvilet Chilem, Annaliza Cruz, Mitchelle Martinez, and Ronijen Sofla.

There were mixed results in golf with the women's team, led by Anya Tanpinco, taking a two-stroke lead over Thailand after the first round of the 54-hole competition, 143-145.

But the Putra Cup champion Thais bounced back in the men's division, opening a six-shot edge over Indonesia, 422-428, even as the Filipinos, who led on the first day, tumbled down to fourth at 429 with Anthony Fernando adding a 77 to the 71 of Mark Fernando and the 72 of Ferdinand Aunzo.

Nierras, whose father was a former national standout in the jumping events, succeeded teammate Jimar Aing as 400 champions with a time of 46.56. Ernie Candelario, the winner in Vietnam in December 2003, slumped to sixth in 48.09.

That win gave the athletics team its poorest output of four in three SEAGs. The squad came up with eight golds in Vietnam and nine in 2005 back home.

Paz beat Indonesian Dellie Threesyadinda for the gold, 116-114, while the epee squad won with a team featuring Almario Vizcayno, who took over the old slot of actor Richard Gomez, Armando Bernal, Wilfredo Vizcayno Jr., and Avelino Victorino.

But the fencing squads in foil and saber ended up with silvers.

Also settling for the silver was Earl Benjamin Yap in the men's compound individual in archery, pole-vaulter Deborah Samson, and weightlifting's Renante Briones in the 94 kg.

Make way for new RP gold machine

By Musong R. Castillo

Published on page A30 in the December 12, 2007 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer

Nakhon Ratchasima-Step aside wushu, move over athletics.

Swimming became the new gold medal machine  of the Philippine contingent when Miguel Molina and his male buddies rewarded the country with eight victories as the curtains fell on the sport Tuesday, December 11 in the 24th Southeast Asian Games here.

After winning four golds back home in the 2005 Games, the swimmers doubled that output here with 23-year-old Molina churning his way to four victories-three in the individual events and one in the relay - to cap his most successful stint in the three editions of the biennial event.

Now with nine overall wins since Vietnam Southeast Asian Games in 2003, the United States-based Molina is thinking of retiring from the sport with his young teammates here assuring him of their own gold-winning ways.

All in their teens, Ryan Arabejo, Daniel Coakley and J.B. Walsh accounted for four gold medals among themselves with the 18-year-old Arabejo striking for two in the 200-meter backstroke and the 1,500-meter freestyle.

Swiftest swimmer

Walsh delivered in the 200 butterfly, while Coakley, two days short of turning 18, crowned himself as the swiftest swimmer of them all by ruling the 50-meter freestyle and breaking the SEAG and national records with his time of 22.8 seconds. That time also qualified him for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Together with Molina, the three picked up another gold in the 4 x 100 medley relay with a time of 3:49.28.

Old 200 freestyle rival

Molina earlier prevailed in the 400 and 200 individual medley and the 200 breaststroke, the same event when he captured two years ago. His win in the relay came after he had settled for third in the 200 freestyle won by his old rival Malaysian Daniel Bego.

"I just wanted to keep it close (in the breaststroke leg) knowing that Walsh and Coakley were unbeatable," said Molina of his strategy in the medley relay.

Walsh, 19, clocked 2:00.45 as he bounced back from a narrow lose to Indonesian Donny Utomo the last around.

Naturalized swimmers

Singapore, with the help of naturalized swimmers from China, emerged overall champion with 11 gold, but Philippines' eight was a big boost as it easily surpassed athletics' five-gold haul and wushu's two golds.

In the 2005 Manila Southeast Asian Games, wushu garnered 11 golds and athletics nine.

The Harbour Center-Philippine team shoots for its third straight win against Malaysia while the embattled lady dribblers go up against their Malaysian counterparts Wednesday.

This unknown guy was wearing the collection for the said fashion show.

• "In other words, definitely nothing too organized for this young designer who wants his clothes light on the skin, including the wide-legged, fully sequined pants that he says anyone could wear. And we are looking forward to the reworked denim bodysuit for his model, swimmer Enchong Dee." - from "Three designers, one mission" By Irene C. Perez

Notable personalities of the Inquirer Lifestyle Series: Fitness.Fashion with Samsung Fashion Show in July 2008.

• “Fitness.Fashion” also scored a coup with the runway debut of fitness enthusiast and sports advocate Sen. Pia Cayetano. Other guest models were Akiko Thompson, Amanda Carpo, Rina Go, Paolo Abrera, Phoemela Baranda, Svetlana Osmeña, Jeena Lopez, Enchong Dee, Ruby Gan, Fely Atienza, Trishan Cuazo, catwalk queens Tweetie de Leon-Gonzalez, Apples Aberin-Sadhwani, Marina Benipayo, Patty Betita, Annette Coronel and Suyen Chi, and Inquirer’s own Tessa Prieto-Valdes and Leica Carpo.” - from "Style statement: Sporty", published on page E-4 of the August 3, 2008 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.
• In attendance were Paolo Araneta; Jose Cuervo’s AA Arquiza; twinkle-eyed beauty Abby Binay; golfer Charlie Carmona; Bench’s Ben Chan; Louie Chuidian; WhereElse’s suave Marcel Crespo; Monique Banzon Daez; Illac Diaz; Joji Dingcong; Patxi Elizalde and Sofia Zobel-E.; Malou Francisco of Store Specialists Inc.; Amanda Griffin; Lisa Gokongwei; Haresh Hiranand; and super eligible Mike Huang, Bea Jacinto; Lucia Jacinto; Angel Jacob; Patricia Javier; pretty, pretty Angelu de Leon; gourmet and wine connoisseur Alex Lichaytoo; lady of different faces Margarita Locsin; brilliant columnist and that miss with the four B’s, Celine Lopez; vivacious Bing Loyzaga; Cutie del Mar; DJ Mumph; The Body who makes ladies sigh, Marc Nelson; PR genius Keren Pascual; Miguel Pastor; Dave and Berna Puyat; Jaya Ramsey; New York City boy Patrick Reyno; Miguel Rosales; Cherrie del Rosario; Robin da Roza; Carmina Sanchez; Hans and Carol Sy; Joel Tantoco; the belle of any affair, Bea Zobel Jr. (she recently had café society’s jaws dropping with her witty answers in a candid interview with Karen Santos and Gina Tambunting Roxas featured in PEOPLE Asia’s fantastic March 2002 issue), Charlie Carmona; vibrant Breakfast Show host, Angel Jacob; the pretty faces behind Luna, Annie Cacho and Manet Dayrit; Zed’s pride, Fenee Amparo; dapper Jojo Manlongat; interior designer Miguel Rosales; well-loved designer, Pepito Albert; The Philippine STAR’s Tim Yap; exuberant Tina Tinio; exotic Thelina Nuval; and Maurice Arcache, BENCH/ endorsers VJ Amanda Griffin; John Prats; celebrity son AJ Eigenmann; Mickey Randall, Aubrey Miles and Francis Ricafort, studly lover boy Jon Hall and E’s gorgeous playgirl Lana Asanin, former sexy star Assunta de Rossi, Bench/ long-time endorsers Wendell Ramos and Jomari Yllana, Marc Nelson, Aya Medel, Diether Ocampo, Amanda Griffin plus the Antonio Aquitana open the curtain call for the 100-plus models in the BENCH during its One Night Only underwear and denim show last July 2002, Ces Oreña-Drilon and her hubby, renowned artist Rock Drilon; Agot Isidro and Manu Sandejas; searing beauties Dina Bonnevie and Ara Mina; Hans Montenegro; directors/actors Rowell Santiago and Gina Alajar with son Ryan Eigenmann; Former “Studio 23” VJ’s, Southern gent JM Rodriguez and charmante Cutie del Mar; and Fil-Am superstar Paolo Montalban.
• The Inquirer Lifestyle Fitness.Fashion with Samsung Concert held on Friday, August 1, 2008, at 8:00 p.m. at the Ayala and Makati Avenues after the fashion show on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila in Makati City. The concert's Guest performers are Karylle, Tootsie Guevarra, Gino Padilla, Lana Asanin, Nancy Castiglione, Radha, Aliya Parcs, Jed Madela and the Dye Vest Band.
• On its first anniversary — held at the same venue on July 31, 2009 — their major guest stars were Bianca Araneta; Julia Clarete; Cheryl Cosim; Daphne Osena; Pia Guanio; Kenji Marquez; Derek Ramsey; JM Rodriguez; and Audrey Tan-Zubiri. But they managed to give away prizes to the live audience — mostly refrigerators. The event's high point was when the cast members released doves — plenty of them. The second anniversary was even less memorable, and nobody remembers it at practically.
• "Then, in June 2010, it put into power the son of democracy icons that ignited the 1986 People Power Revolution. While the country enjoyed relative economic growth and the administration enjoyed record approval ratings, it faced lingering problems concerning corruption, a communist rebellion, insurgencies in Mindanao, and prevailing criminality. Now people are clamoring for a return to authoritarian rule and impunity under the convoluted premise of instilling discipline in a society allegedly made corrupt by its democratic principles – as if our current problems are the result of our freedom to choose, instead of our flawed choices. With these developments, one must ask: “Have we, as a nation, really come of age?”
• They also included for the 2015 edition are Councilor Anjo Yllana, wife Jackie and kids Mikaela, Andee, Jaime and Nathan, Axel Torres and Jacob Benedicto, Xian Lim, Jessy Mendiola, JC de Vera, Rafael Rossell, Rayver Cruz, Martin del Rosario, Troy Montero and Ryzza Mae Dizon, Amy Ahomiro and Ella De Jesus of the Ateneo de Manila University Women’s Volleyball Team, Carl Guevarra and Kylie Padilla for Skechers, Louise Delos Reyes for Merrell, Shy Carlos and Matt Evans for Guess, Wilma Doesnt, Karyn Ann Johnston, and Luanne Dy for Mags, Marc Abaya and Iyan Tayao for Rogue.
• Led by TechnoMarine Philippines’ CEO Raffy Florencio with his wife Kat, the event was a visual spectacle, bringing to life the sights and sounds of the ocean. Filled with a dazzling display of lights and colors, the room was illuminated in hues of blue while guests relaxed. Host Karen Pamintuan greeted guests and celebrities who wore their favorite TechnoMarine timepieces. Among those spotted wearing the watch brand were MTV VJ Maggie Wilson, Divine Lee, Camille Villar, Mons Romulo-Tantoco, Zanjoe Marudo, Jake Cuenca, Victor Basa, Priscilla Meirelles, Kristine Hermosa and Chris Tiu.
• The annual grand gathering also saw a rare opportunity where the stars from the three leading television networks in the country came together on one occasion to uphold a good cause — education — by honoring the teachers, our unsung heroes. Among those who participated in the event are — Anne Curtis, Judy Ann Santos, Marian Rivera, and Jodi Sta. Maria, Martin Nievera, Pops Fernandez, Jolo Revilla, Ogie Alcasid, Richard Gomez, Edu Manzano, Bianca Manalo, Ryzza Mae Dizon and hunks Rocco Nacino, Hideo Muraoka, Daniel Matsunaga, Vin Abrenica, Victor Silayan and John James Uy. 

Celebrities Robi Domingo and volleyball star Gretchen Ho are running the 21K

• "Meanwhile, were on hand at the finish line where a neon street party was held graced by celebrities Gretchen Ho, Robi Domingo, Bianca Gonzalez, and Phil Younghusband."- from "Dela Cruz, Bacalan rule Rexona Run to Your Beat", published in the October 24, 2013 issue of Manila Standard Today.

The new faces of TechnoMarine, Phil Younghusband, Heart Evangelista, Kiefer Ravena and Bianca Gonzalez

• "The four Technomarine ambassadors are TV host Bianca Gonzalez, basketball player Kiefer Ravena, soccer player Phil Younghusband and actress Heart Evangelista." - from "Diamonds meet plastic in watches of ‘unconventional luxury’, published in the September 20, 2013 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.
• "TechnoMarine recently introduced its new product endorsers along with two new collections. Carla Abellana, Tim Yap, and Allison Harvard of “America’s Next Top Model” join Heart Evangelista and Xian Lim as the brand’s newest ambassadors." - from "Watch brand has new endorsers, collections" published in the May 30, 2014 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.
• Stars who modeled included Richard Gomez, Dingdong Dantes, Diether Ocampo, John Estrada, Rayver Cruz, Jon Avila, Bea Alonzo, Phoemela Barranda, Tweetie de Leon-Gonzales, Apples Aberin-Sadhwani, Marina Benipayo, Patty Betita, Annette Coronel and Suyen Chi.
• "The celebrities will be led by the so-called “Magnificent 7”—Richard Gomez, Lucy Torres, Ogie Alcasid, John Estrada, Rissa Mananquil-Trillo, Dingdong Dantes, and a “surprise guest” whom Ortiz will not name. Guest models include beauty queens Venus Raj and Shamcey Supsup, and actors Rayver Cruz and Daniel Matsunaga." - from "Randy Ortiz show could be the biggest for 2013" by Joselito O. Tolentino, published in the September 27, 2013 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.
• "McDonald’s ambassadors Xian Lim and Jessy Mendiola, and athletic brothers Jeron Teng and Jeric Teng gamely put on their running shoes to join the race. Others spotted during the McHappy Day Fun Run were Chesca Garcia-Kramer and kids Kendra and Scarlett, Dimples Romana and daughter Callie, and football players and brothers Anton and Armand del Rosario, along with McDonald’s commercial talents Einar Ingebrigtsen, Paulo “Kuya Pao” Pingol, Kenneth Cruz and Vince Ferraren." - from "The 2013 McHappy Day Fun Run – a successful and memorable day for families!", December 16, 2013
• Star-studded Galaxy S5 Launch. "Manila’s tech-crazy crowd flocked to Samsung Hall recently for the launch of Samsung Galaxy S5, which offers consumers essential features for day-to-day use. It combines an advanced camera, fast network connectivity, dedicated fitness tools, and enhanced device protection features. The event was well-attended by Manila’s hip set and showbiz personalities, among them are Ingrid Chua-Go, Ruby Gan, Ralph Tee Ten, Jorge and Nikka Abes, Sidney Yap, Apples Aberin, Carlos Fernandez, Duane Santos, Cathy Nazareno, Phil and James Younghusband, Steph Henares, Gino dela Peña, JM Rodriguez, LA Aguinaldo, “Boys Night Out’s” Slick Rick, Tony Toni and Sam YG. Dancing to the beats of DJ Tom Taus were Marj Sia and Harry Cheng, Coleen Garcia, Gretchen Fullido, Tony Taus, Andi Eigenmann, Nicole Anderson and Enrique Gil."
• Balloons, inflatable clappers and flags added to the campus cool vibe, while college “it” boys and girls made special appearances onstage, including hosts VJ Chino Lui Pio and VJ Joyce Pring, the UP Street Dance Club, Kylie Padilla, Kiefer Ravena of the Ateneo Blue Eagles, and Jeron Teng and Arnold Van Opstal of the DLSU Green Archers. The UP Pep Squad, Philippine All-Stars, and Billy Crawford energized the crowd with their performances. Coleen Garcia, Epi Quizon, Nikki Gil, Elmo Magalona, JC De Vera, and Gerald Anderson also walked the runway for popular homegrown brands.
• “But apart from the free breakfast, McDonald’s also delighted customers by inviting celebrities to join the event. Among the personalities present in different McDonald’s stores during NBD were Solenn Heussaff, Lovi Poe, Rocco Nacino, Alden Richards, Drew Arellano, Matteo Guidicelli, Enrique Gil, Alex Gonzaga, Xian Lim, and Bianca Gonzalez.” - From “McDonald’s celebrates 3rd National Breakfast Day”, March 10, 2015

Plus supporting guest models are Danie Mendoza-Valdepeñas, Daisy and Eddie Mendoza, Martha Buckley, Yolly Ayson, Debbie Chan, Roselle Rebano, Bong Palma Gil, Mikee Chanco, Judy Araneta-Roxas, Betty Siy-Yap, Eduardo Lopez, Amor Roselle Herrera, Suzette Morelos, Margot Osmeña, Nestor Encinas, Randy Baron, Sergia Abueva, Purificacion Veloso, Petite Garcia, Javier Galvan, Ana Luisa Espinosa, David Ferro, Lorraine Nubar, Rachelle Gerodias, Masako Toribara, Josephine Roces Chavez, Johnny Torres, Candice Gotianuy, Augusto and Elizabeth Gan Go, Annabelle Luym, Amanda Luym, Mariter Klepp, Bunny Ludo, Julie Alegrado, Marissa Fernan, Jay Aldeguer, Joseph Gonzalez, Quinito Moras, Jayjay and Marilou Neri, Dean Diez, Joseph and Gloria Gaisano, Budjette Tan, Brandie Tan, Andre Quintos, Alma Junia, Eric Tamayo, Mike and Lea Famularcano, Rudy Aviles, Raymond Abao, Lucien Letaba, Orlando Magno, Vicente Paterno, Nena Ilusorio, Maribel Ongpin, Sari Cojuangco, Tessie Fajardo, Popsy Mendez-Aquino, Bella 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From the boardroom to the gym, and back

(Reprinted from the August 8, 2008 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.)

Fashion is just a reflection of what’s happening around us,” said Rajo Laurel. “If the people need more outerwear and workout clothes to attain a healthy lifestyle, as designers we have to provide that.”

Thus came about “Fitness.Fashion,” the SRO curtain raiser to the Samsung-sponsored Inquirer Lifestyle Series, held last Thursday at Peninsula Manila. After Samsung, major sponsors are HSBC, The Peninsula Manila. The brands behind the show are Kipling, Speedo, Puma, Fila, Bench, Nike Golf, Marks & Spencer, Adidas, Aigle, Oxbow, Swatch and L’Oreal.

A collaboration between Manila’s top designers and leading activewear brands, the show featured fitness icons as guest models.

Lulu Tan-Gan said, “Thelma (Lifestyle editor who conceived the project) keeps us designers competitive and challenges us to trend-set... Today’s health-craze lifestyle is balance at work and play. Having to change gear from work to exercise can take time. The ideal is to be half-dressed for the action. This generation is selective and will not do active performance without style.”

Tan-Gan added: “It would be great if active sports brands can add new top-end lines that fuse athletic sportswear and style, with designers coming up with high-fashion athletic wear that focuses on sports performance.”

That may not be a long shot. This early, the project has already produced results. At least one designer is now in discussions to develop a fitness line, while a few others are adding sportier looks to their RTW lines.

Louis Claparols’ ‘Star Wars’ for Speedo

Since last year, Louis Claparols’ garments have taken a sportswear feel. Thus, “Fitness.Fashion” was a natural fit. A devout yogi, he didn’t, however, design around yoga. He worked around the brand’s Spa Collection of basic black swimwear and loungewear, influenced by the uniforms of the imperial storm troopers on “Star Wars.” He designed skirts, leggings, sheer tops and boleros in contrast black, blue and white for “visual impact.”

Lulu Tan-Gan’s futuristic tenniswear for Fila

Knits queen Lulu Tan-Gan stuck to her signature knits—tube ribbings, spaced dyed texture—to jazz up Fila’s tennis line of traditional tops, dresses, skirts, skorts and culottes. Her theme was “Spacey at the Court,” featuring what she described as “futuristic, fun, easy pieces.” In a nod to tradition, Tan-Gan maintained Fila’s traditional black, red and white, but used yellows for accent. In keeping with the futuristic theme, she used nylon thread for the knits with metal hardware thrown in.

Ivarluski Aseron’s couture touch for Puma

Hussein Chalayan will reportedly create a collection for Puma, which made Ivarluski Aseron especially thrilled to work with the brand. Aseron’s first activewear line paired Puma pieces with jackets and pants with couture touches—pleatings and drapings, patchwork patterns. “There were couture techniques, but they were very wearable. I put no linings and the fabrics were very easy (cotton piqué).” The good news: Similar pieces will be sold under his line for Myth.

Barba’s Suzanne Lenglen inspiration for Kipling

A strong believer in clothes that breathe and move with the wearer, Vic Barba looked to the French tennis great of the flapper era, Suzanne Lenglen, for inspiration. Lenglen was famous for both her ferocity on the court (31 grand slam titles), emotional displays and rebellious fashion style. At the time when stiff, long-sleeved dresses were the regulation court uniform, Lenglen opted for lightweight and gossamer dresses by Jean Patou. Barba similarly went for easy silhouettes—jumpsuit, maxi dress, shirtdress, roomy pants and Capri pants for men. He used stretch materials like cotton, jersey, twill.

Anthony Nocom’s preppy line for Nike Golf

A veteran menswear designer though a complete novice in golf, Anthony Nocom found it a pleasant surprise that Nike Golf’s shirts, specifically the Tiger Woods collection, were all in bright colors. Nocom designed shorts in candy-striped fabrics, and sport jackets, including a denim, to go with his after-tee, clubhouse look. His styling was very preppy; he layered the golf tees and threw in some pastel-colored belts. He picked a pair of lime-green pants that had “no hanger appeal” from Nike’s own collection, in the hope of moving it from the selling floor.

Patrice Ramos-Diaz’s feminine details for Adidas

“My collection was an attempt to show harmony between two concepts that are more often than not perceived as opposites— femininity and physical strength,” Patrice-Ramos-Diaz said.

Girly hooded ponchos, electric-pleat tulle and lace skirts and glammed-up tennis jumpsuits combined well with seemingly masculine Adidas pieces in techno fabrics.

“With the use of ornamentation and styling—crystal brooches, ribbon ties, fuchsia jersey wrist bands and thigh-high jersey leg warmers, and the use of materials such as tulle and metallized lace, I tried to push femininity to explore its contradiction to masculinity while still proving that fitness and strength can be found in a girly girl.” A fitness buff, Ramos-Diaz made sure her collection reflected that sports can be fun also for benchwarmers.

“I think fashion motivates people to get into a sport,” she said.

Joey Samson’s fresh take for Bench

To bring a fresh, more sophisticated feel to a mass retail brand like Bench was the challenge for Joey Samson.

He chose to inject the aesthetics of Japanese sportswear into the collection and added prevailing trends such as rock-star jackets and wide-leg sequined pants for formal cruise looks, if toned down by the fitness slant.

To contrast Bench’s multicolor palette, he went for a subtler black-and-white collection with some red accents. Samson used vintage fabrics from Cubao, which proved to be not enough when his initial ideas led to new ones.

No matter how basic a brand is, one can put a twist to it, he said. “The idea is to make something one can wear from work to workout or vice versa... In one look, I had a tuxedo jacket thrown over a golf outfit. That’s where the trick lies. When you say tuxedo, it doesn’t have to be strictly formal.”

Randy Ortiz’s military look for Puma

Randy Ortiz had earlier conceptualized an urban safari and military-inspired look for his Rainy Season Collection for Myth boutique. His collaboration with Puma was anchored on it, proving again that it’s not a stretch to marry sportswear with special designer pieces.

His palette was of khakis, fatigues and browns. “It’s how a designer chooses to dress it up—as street-casual couture or more dressed-up and upbeat. There’s a change in lifestyle. Everyone is into wellness. At a certain point, it jives,” he said. The military look is more a fashion statement than a political,” he clarified. And “it’s rebellious in that aspect.”

James Reyes’ modern gladiator for Speedo

The Olympian as a “modern gladiator” was James Reyes’ concept for Speedo.

To his delight, one of his pieces landed on the front page of the Inquirer last week, no small thanks to his model, sports advocate Sen. Pia Cayetano. Reyes likes to refer to his clothes as “non-garments” and mere add-on pieces to the Speedo Competition Line swimwear. He made shorts, hoodies, capelets and abbreviated jackets. They’re like “armory,” he said. For the senator, he made a jacket in deference to her stature. But “I was surprised because she didn’t want to wear it. She’s proud of her body. She’s very athletic.” Cayetano took to the catwalk in a headline-ready, bareback swimsuit paired with Reyes’ loose black skirt that grazed the floor.

Rhett Eala’s retro for Adidas

Himself a creative director for a casual-sportswear brand, Rhett Eala took the challenge as an expanded venue for a recent mini exhibit of his artworks. Deciding to use Adidas accessories for the collection, he transferred his nationalist and Damien Hirst-inspired paintings via silkscreen on polo shirts and bottoms from the brand Collezione, which he designs. For a retro feel, he went for a solid black-and-white collection.

Arcy Gayatin’s dance icons for Marks & Spencer

Choosing camisoles, basic tees and stretch pants from the British clothing brand, the Cebu designer decided to give a nod to modern dance’s grand dames Isadora Duncan and Martha Graham in her collection. Marks & Spencer gave her free rein to embellish the pieces. “It was fun,” she said. “I can relate [to the looks]. It means you can have a basic tee and an embellished skirt and even wear it to a formal affair.” The exercise was a positive project “to give people an idea that you can fuse these two ideas: off the rack and made to order.”

Rajo Laurel’s sports-to-sensual look for Aigle and Oxbow

His was a tough test: merging his aesthetics—romantic, luxurious and sexy—with that of two relatively unknown brands (at least locally). Aigle is a French outdoor-camping brand, while Oxbow creates surfing gear. Laurel picked out Aigle’s linen and earth-toned pieces and “resized them for more sensual shapes.” His own pieces were mixed with Oxbow’s swimsuits and shorts. “My vision was for a woman like my muse, Jeena Lopez, who rock-climbs one day, surfs and kite-boards the next, then goes to a club the next day,” Laurel said. He is now in talks with a brand to develop a fitness line.

Controversies

The country expected to make 10 million pesos ($ 357,000) profit out of the fashion show, as well as the accompanying media exposure. The 150 million pesos ($ 5.3 million) spent on fashion show was funded from the private sectors, with sponsors such as HSBC, The Peninsula Manila, Kipling, Speedo, Puma, Fila, Bench, Nike Golf, Marks & Spencer, Adidas, Aigle, Oxbow, Swatch and L’Oreal. 

Some of the expected sponsorship money did not eventuate, leading the shortfall to be covered by the city government.

By July 31st, when the fashion models and guest models were already in the hotel, organizers confirmed that they were short of money and were unsure whether a profit would be made from the event.

In the midst of rains around the time of the fashion show, the Makati City government promised to ensure that the day of the fashion show would be "rainy-free".

The fashion show came under attack from the Nationalist Movement of New Women, a branch of the National Democratic Front, which claimed that it was being used to promote sex tourism. The cost of the event was also criticised by the Philippine Congress, despite it being endorsed by President Tito Keren Pascual. A social function attended by guest models held prior to the fashion show was picketed by the women's group, who opposed the nature of the event and the lavish spending.

The day prior to the fashion show a small homemade bomb exploded outside the fashion show venue where the models and guest models had earlier been rehearsing, although it caused little damage and there were no injuries.

More than 3, 000 policemen were involved in protecting the models and guest models, as well as dozens of policewomen assigned as bodyguards.

Guest of Honor (July 31, 2008 Fashion Show at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila):

• President Karen Lourdes Pascual
• Vice-President Noli de Castro
• House Speaker Prospero C. Nograles
• Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile
• Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato S. Puno
• Former President Corazon Cojuangco-Aquino
• Former President Fidel V. Ramos
• Former President Joseph Ejercito-Estrada
• Manila Archbishop Gaudencio Cardinal B. Rosales
• Manila Mayor Alfredo S. Lim
• Makati City Mayor Jejomar C. Binay
• Tourism Secretary Alberto A. Lim
• Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Chairman Atty. Francis C. Tolentino
• Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company Chairman Manuel V. Pangilinan
• Ayala Corporation Chairman and CEO Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala
• Cultural Center of the Philippines Chairman Emily Altomonte Abrera
• National Commission for the Culture and Arts Chairperson Dr. Vilma Labrador
• Makati Business Club President Ramon R. del Rosario Jr.
• Makati Business Club Executive Director Bill Luz
• Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation Chairman and CEO Efraim Genuino
• Philippine Olympic Committee Chairman Peping Cojuangco
• Philippine Daily Inquirer Chairman Marixi Rufino-Prieto
• Philippine Daily Inquirer Founding Editor Eugenia Duran-Apostol
• Philippine Daily Inquirer President Alessandra R. Prieto-Romualdez
• Philippine Daily Inquirer Editor Letty Jimenez-Magsanoc
• Philippine Daily Inquirer Publisher Isagani M. Yambot, Sr.
• Philippine Daily Inquirer Lifestyle Editor Thelma Sioson-San Juan