Too good together to be so apart these days
and now more than ever
we need to talk face to face
we stopped moving forward
and now we're some place else
but the more we fool each other
the less we fool ourselves
Cause our hearts never lie
they just feel the love
Try so hard to deny
There's no reason to act like we don't care
when the truth is always there
Oh hearts never lie
Why should we
This whole thing is crazy
Building walls to keep out the pain
when there's no changing
mistakes already made
So let's start all over
one emotion at a time
Beginning with this feeling
that we've never lost inside
Cause our hearts never lie
they just feel the love
Try so hard to deny
There's no reason to act like we don't care
when the truth is always there
Oh hearts never lie
Why should we
Does the word love scare you away
Does forever seem too long to stay
Now it's time we end this nowhere charade
and a real good place to start
is to listen to your heart
Cause our hearts never lie
they just feel the love
Try so hard to deny
There's no reason to act like we don't care
when the truth is always there
Oh hearts never lie
Why should we
Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Can't You See - Tiffany
Can't You See
- Songwriters: Monte Brinkley, John Duarte, Tim James, Steven McClintock
- Album: Dreams Never Die
You took me wrong just because we kissed
And now I don't know how to say goodbye
I know it's wrong when you're holding me like this
Still won't you stay, let me love you for awhile
You know I'm not that strong when I see you smile
Can't you see
This is all a big mistake
I should try and walk away
But I need someone to hold me
And I know there's no way that this can last
Still I know that if you ask me to
I know I would stay
Tonight, just for tonight
You look at me and you don't understand
You know I'm not the one that could fill your dreams
I can't believe that this is how I am
Still won't you stay, let me love you for awhile
You know I'm not that strong when I see you smile
Can't you see
This is all a big mistake
I should try and walk away
But I need someone to hold me
And I know there's no way that this can last
Still I know that if you ask me to
I know I would stay
Tonight
I love the way you watch me
I love you the way we move
But in my heart I know
I'll never be in love with you
Can't you see
Can't you see
This is all a big mistake
I should try and walk away
But I need someone to hold me
And I know there's no way that this can last
Still I know that if you ask me to
I know I would stay
Tonight, just for tonight
Lacson sees implementation of national ID system this year
The national ID system may be implemented this year after the bill proposing it hurdled bicameral conference, Senator Panfilo Lacson said on Wednesday.
Lacson said the bicameral committee has agreed to adopt the Senate’s version of the Philippine Identification System Act with minor amendments and suggestions from the House of Representatives.
Once ratified by both chambers, the bill will pass into law by the end of June or even earlier as it was an enrolled bill, according to Lacson.
“Kasi ‘pag ‘di pinirmahan in 30 days mag-lapse into law. So give or take by June end or before end of June, batas na ‘yan,” he said.
The country’s first national ID system has an initial funding of P25 billion.
Lacson said he hopes President Rodrigo Duterte would mention the national identification law in his third State of the Nation Address in July.
“This is a landmark legislation. It’s been languishing in both Houses for 18 years,” he said.
Lacson said the national identification card would be beneficial to Filipinos as it could serve as a “back up” ID.
“At least mababawasan ang katakot-takot na ID sa bulsa at bag ninyo. Pag transact ng business it will be very convenient,” he said. /muf
Lacson said the bicameral committee has agreed to adopt the Senate’s version of the Philippine Identification System Act with minor amendments and suggestions from the House of Representatives.
Once ratified by both chambers, the bill will pass into law by the end of June or even earlier as it was an enrolled bill, according to Lacson.
“Kasi ‘pag ‘di pinirmahan in 30 days mag-lapse into law. So give or take by June end or before end of June, batas na ‘yan,” he said.
The country’s first national ID system has an initial funding of P25 billion.
Lacson said he hopes President Rodrigo Duterte would mention the national identification law in his third State of the Nation Address in July.
“This is a landmark legislation. It’s been languishing in both Houses for 18 years,” he said.
Lacson said the national identification card would be beneficial to Filipinos as it could serve as a “back up” ID.
“At least mababawasan ang katakot-takot na ID sa bulsa at bag ninyo. Pag transact ng business it will be very convenient,” he said. /muf
Palace welcomes approval of PH ID system bill
Malacañang welcomed the approval by the bicameral conference committee of the bill seeking to establish the Philippine Identification (ID) system
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said in a text message that the Palace finds the recent development a good news.
“That’s good news! It’s a priority administration bill,” Roque said in a text message to Palace reporters Wednesday afternoon.
The bicameral committee approved the Senate version of the bill Tuesday night. According to Senator Panfilo Lacson, only minor amendments were made to Senate Bill 1738 or the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) Act of 2018.
“They agreed to adopt the Senate version with minor amendments. May suggestion sila. Basta substantially Senate version yan (They have suggestions. But, substantially it is the Senate version),” Lacson said.
“Ie-enrol. Enrolled bill. Then pag enrolled ang bill, punta sa Malacañang. Within 30 days kailangan pirmahan (The bill will be enrolled. Then it will go straight to Malacañang where it needs to be signed within 30 days,” he added.
Lacson said that the implementation of the bill will be this year. It has an initial funding of P25 billion. He also hopes that Duterte will report about the National ID law during his third State of the Nation Address (SONA) in July.
“I hope so [it gets mentioned in the SONA]. This is a landmark legislation. It’s been languishing in both Houses for 18 years,” he said.
In March this year, Roque said he believes that President Duterte will most likely sign the bill due to the overwhelming support for a national ID system.
“I believe so, because in the last Cabinet meeting, there was an overwhelming consensus for the need for the national ID system,” the Palace official responded when asked if the President will approve the law.
“And there’s already a budget allotted in the 2018 national budget for the national ID,” he added.
Duterte, during his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia last year, addressed the desire of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) for the Philippines to have a national identification system just like in Saudi Arabia. He said then that it would be “good” to have a national ID in the country.
The proposed Filipino Identification System will consolidate all government-issued ID systems into one to improve government services and limit red tape in government transactions. It is also seen to lower costs, streamline transactions, and provide ease and convenience.
The first time it was proposed was during the time of former President Fidel Ramos in 1996 through Administrative Order 308 but was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court (SC).
In 2005, former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo mandated government agencies, through Executive Order 420, to streamline and harmonize their ID systems under a Unified Multi-Purpose Identification System. The SC this time upheld the legality of the said EO.
However, the opposition to the proposal revolves on the perceived threat to security and violation of privacy by the government’s collection of personal information. (Argyll Cyrus B. Geducos)
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said in a text message that the Palace finds the recent development a good news.
“That’s good news! It’s a priority administration bill,” Roque said in a text message to Palace reporters Wednesday afternoon.
The bicameral committee approved the Senate version of the bill Tuesday night. According to Senator Panfilo Lacson, only minor amendments were made to Senate Bill 1738 or the Philippine Identification System (PhilSys) Act of 2018.
“They agreed to adopt the Senate version with minor amendments. May suggestion sila. Basta substantially Senate version yan (They have suggestions. But, substantially it is the Senate version),” Lacson said.
“Ie-enrol. Enrolled bill. Then pag enrolled ang bill, punta sa Malacañang. Within 30 days kailangan pirmahan (The bill will be enrolled. Then it will go straight to Malacañang where it needs to be signed within 30 days,” he added.
Lacson said that the implementation of the bill will be this year. It has an initial funding of P25 billion. He also hopes that Duterte will report about the National ID law during his third State of the Nation Address (SONA) in July.
“I hope so [it gets mentioned in the SONA]. This is a landmark legislation. It’s been languishing in both Houses for 18 years,” he said.
In March this year, Roque said he believes that President Duterte will most likely sign the bill due to the overwhelming support for a national ID system.
“I believe so, because in the last Cabinet meeting, there was an overwhelming consensus for the need for the national ID system,” the Palace official responded when asked if the President will approve the law.
“And there’s already a budget allotted in the 2018 national budget for the national ID,” he added.
Duterte, during his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia last year, addressed the desire of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) for the Philippines to have a national identification system just like in Saudi Arabia. He said then that it would be “good” to have a national ID in the country.
The proposed Filipino Identification System will consolidate all government-issued ID systems into one to improve government services and limit red tape in government transactions. It is also seen to lower costs, streamline transactions, and provide ease and convenience.
The first time it was proposed was during the time of former President Fidel Ramos in 1996 through Administrative Order 308 but was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court (SC).
In 2005, former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo mandated government agencies, through Executive Order 420, to streamline and harmonize their ID systems under a Unified Multi-Purpose Identification System. The SC this time upheld the legality of the said EO.
However, the opposition to the proposal revolves on the perceived threat to security and violation of privacy by the government’s collection of personal information. (Argyll Cyrus B. Geducos)
Marriott makes Cebu comeback
AFTER ending its two-decade partnership with the Ayala group last year, international hotel chain Marriott will be back in Cebu.
Marriott International and Intercontinental Resort and Lifestyle Inc., a subsidiary of Cebu’s Tanchan Corporate Group, signed an agreement early this month to open a 241-room Courtyard by Marriott Cebu.
Construction of the new property is expected to begin later this year and will be completed by the second quarter of 2021, in time for the celebration of the 500th anniversary of Ferdinand Magellan’s arrival in Cebu.
This will be the second Courtyard by Marriott-branded hotel in the Philippines after Courtyard Iloilo, which is opening this month.
Paul Foskey, Asia Pacific chief development officer of Marriott International, said they are excited about the brand’s return to Cebu, having had a successful run in the past two decades.
“The signing of Courtyard by Marriott Cebu marks an exciting new chapter for us in expanding our presence in the Philippines, adding to our robust pipeline, as we anticipate the needs and expectations of the next generation of trailblazing business leaders and travelers whose work and life are fueled by their passions, and who are always moving forward in pursuing their personal and professional successes,” said Foskey, in a statement.
The new Courtyard by Marriott Cebu will be located in downtown Cebu City.
It will be part of a new, 31-storey mixed-use property with retail and residential facilities, and will have easy accessibility to major corporate demand generators such as business process management (BPM) services, banks and other companies.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Marriott International to bring the Courtyard by Marriott to Cebu,” said Giovanni Carlo Tanchan Ong, in behalf of the shareholders of Intercontinental Resort and Lifestyle Inc.
“In this project, we are combining our decades of experience in the Philippine market with the prestige and global brand recognition of the Marriott International name to offer business travelers to Cebu a hotel like no other. We are excited to be bringing the Courtyard by Marriott brand name to Cebu because of its stellar international reputation as being an established brand that’s fueled by passion,” he added.
The Courtyard by Marriott Cebu will showcase the brand’s signature modern-classic interior design, with spaces and amenities that allow for interaction, collaboration, and exploration.
Guests will enjoy spacious, well-appointed guestrooms and suites, a 24/7 fitness center and seamless, intuitive technology throughout the hotel.
It will also feature an array of food and beverages—the 100-seat Cebu Kitchen / Momo Cafe, which will feature a semi-open kitchen with live stations and a display buffet; The Market that will offer guests the convenience of grab-and-go facilities, and; The Courtyard that will offer traditional dining options.
The hotel will also have a pool bar that will offer refreshments in the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool and sun deck area.
Besides the F&B, Courtyard by Marriott Cebu will also feature a 400-square-meter ballroom, as well as two multi-purpose meeting rooms complete with state-of-the-art facilities for casual and formal events, functions, and business meetings.
The Courtyard by Marriott is a new addition to the growing number of foreign brands that are coming to Cebu—Ascott Limited (Citadines and lyf), Dusit Thani Princess, Radisson Red, Sheraton, and Holiday Inn.
Members of the Hotel, Resort, and Restaurant Association of Cebu (HRRAC) said they welcome the entry of big hotel players as their presence would lift Cebu’s image in the global map.
“When tourists Google Cebu and see these international hotel chains, it increases the value of Cebu as a destination,” said HRRAC president Carlo Suarez.
Courtyard by Marriott is present in 1,100 locations.
https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1744645
Marriott International and Intercontinental Resort and Lifestyle Inc., a subsidiary of Cebu’s Tanchan Corporate Group, signed an agreement early this month to open a 241-room Courtyard by Marriott Cebu.
Construction of the new property is expected to begin later this year and will be completed by the second quarter of 2021, in time for the celebration of the 500th anniversary of Ferdinand Magellan’s arrival in Cebu.
This will be the second Courtyard by Marriott-branded hotel in the Philippines after Courtyard Iloilo, which is opening this month.
Paul Foskey, Asia Pacific chief development officer of Marriott International, said they are excited about the brand’s return to Cebu, having had a successful run in the past two decades.
“The signing of Courtyard by Marriott Cebu marks an exciting new chapter for us in expanding our presence in the Philippines, adding to our robust pipeline, as we anticipate the needs and expectations of the next generation of trailblazing business leaders and travelers whose work and life are fueled by their passions, and who are always moving forward in pursuing their personal and professional successes,” said Foskey, in a statement.
The new Courtyard by Marriott Cebu will be located in downtown Cebu City.
It will be part of a new, 31-storey mixed-use property with retail and residential facilities, and will have easy accessibility to major corporate demand generators such as business process management (BPM) services, banks and other companies.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Marriott International to bring the Courtyard by Marriott to Cebu,” said Giovanni Carlo Tanchan Ong, in behalf of the shareholders of Intercontinental Resort and Lifestyle Inc.
“In this project, we are combining our decades of experience in the Philippine market with the prestige and global brand recognition of the Marriott International name to offer business travelers to Cebu a hotel like no other. We are excited to be bringing the Courtyard by Marriott brand name to Cebu because of its stellar international reputation as being an established brand that’s fueled by passion,” he added.
The Courtyard by Marriott Cebu will showcase the brand’s signature modern-classic interior design, with spaces and amenities that allow for interaction, collaboration, and exploration.
Guests will enjoy spacious, well-appointed guestrooms and suites, a 24/7 fitness center and seamless, intuitive technology throughout the hotel.
It will also feature an array of food and beverages—the 100-seat Cebu Kitchen / Momo Cafe, which will feature a semi-open kitchen with live stations and a display buffet; The Market that will offer guests the convenience of grab-and-go facilities, and; The Courtyard that will offer traditional dining options.
The hotel will also have a pool bar that will offer refreshments in the hotel’s outdoor swimming pool and sun deck area.
Besides the F&B, Courtyard by Marriott Cebu will also feature a 400-square-meter ballroom, as well as two multi-purpose meeting rooms complete with state-of-the-art facilities for casual and formal events, functions, and business meetings.
The Courtyard by Marriott is a new addition to the growing number of foreign brands that are coming to Cebu—Ascott Limited (Citadines and lyf), Dusit Thani Princess, Radisson Red, Sheraton, and Holiday Inn.
Members of the Hotel, Resort, and Restaurant Association of Cebu (HRRAC) said they welcome the entry of big hotel players as their presence would lift Cebu’s image in the global map.
“When tourists Google Cebu and see these international hotel chains, it increases the value of Cebu as a destination,” said HRRAC president Carlo Suarez.
Courtyard by Marriott is present in 1,100 locations.
https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1744645
Tuesday, May 22, 2018
‘Lakay’ Macalma appointed DZRH VP and station manager
Deo Macalma, the broadcaster popularly known for his “Espesyal na Balita” over DZRH, has been appointed vice president and station manager of the country’s oldest surviving AM radio station. Macalma, also known as “Lakay Mayor” to listeners, has been with DZRH since 1980, fresh from his journalism course at the Lyceum of the Philippines.
He made his mark as a field reporter during the 1986 EDSA Revolution, primarily chasing tanks as instructed by then news director Rey Langit. Through the years, he evolved into a radio commentator, tackling current issues with his inimitable comic flair. But it was with his light-hearted guessing game on “Espesyal na Balita” that Macalma and his bubuwits gained legendary status, with first-hand reports on clandestine activities of showbiz celebrities and political figures coming from roomboys, waiters, security guards, and hospital personnel, with his tipster crew later expanding to include senators, congressmen, generals, and cabinet members themselves. It was through the titillating satire, aired to a public with a penchant for gossip, that Macalma helped the general populace become mobilized and socially aware – a style now replicated by rival stations. Since the death of DZRH top honcho Joe Taruc, Macalma has steered the news and public affairs team amid the oft-turbulent seas of radio broadcasting.
He made his mark as a field reporter during the 1986 EDSA Revolution, primarily chasing tanks as instructed by then news director Rey Langit. Through the years, he evolved into a radio commentator, tackling current issues with his inimitable comic flair. But it was with his light-hearted guessing game on “Espesyal na Balita” that Macalma and his bubuwits gained legendary status, with first-hand reports on clandestine activities of showbiz celebrities and political figures coming from roomboys, waiters, security guards, and hospital personnel, with his tipster crew later expanding to include senators, congressmen, generals, and cabinet members themselves. It was through the titillating satire, aired to a public with a penchant for gossip, that Macalma helped the general populace become mobilized and socially aware – a style now replicated by rival stations. Since the death of DZRH top honcho Joe Taruc, Macalma has steered the news and public affairs team amid the oft-turbulent seas of radio broadcasting.
A Gloria Diaz-starrer at Cannes Classics
The restored 1982 French-Filipino film “Cinq Et La Peau (Five And The Skin)” starring Gloria Diaz, Bembol Roco, Philip Salvador, and Joel Lamangan was screened at Cannes Classics in the just-concluded 71st Cannes Film Festival. The film was entirely shot in the Philippines and was featured in the Cannes’ Un Certain Regard 36 years ago.
FDCP’s Liza Diño Seguerra with Pierre Tissien
The director, Pierre Rissien, whom they call the “Man Of Cannes,” passed away last May 5, 2018 days before he was supposed to introduce the film during Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. He is a Cannes adviser, an influential cinephile and Cannes film scout before he died.
Rissien was also a known supporter of Philippine cinema and is responsible for a number of Filipino films making it to Festival de Cannes, including Lino Brocka’s “Insiang.” He also visited the Philippines to attend several of FDCP’s events, the last event being the World Premiere Film Festival in 2016.
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GMA execs join jurors in Global Excellence Awards
Two GMA Network officers were invited to judge in the prestigious 2018 PromaxBDA Global Excellence Promotion, Marketing, and Design Awards in New York this June 3.
GMA Network’s first VP for Corporate Strategic Planning and Concurrent Head for Program Support Regie C. Bautista and Asst. VP for Creative Services Eduardo B. Garcia are joining an exclusive group of most accomplished executives, creatives, and production professionals to decide and recognize the finest works in television and promotion marketing worldwide.
Bautista oversees GMA’s corporate strategic planning as well as the multi-platform marketing promotions, creative services, media and on-air continuity, and digital media divisions. Garcia, on the other hand, heads the Network’s division in charge of developing and executing branded and integrated promotional campaigns for GMA and its platforms, channels and programs.
Joining this year’s PromaxBDA Global Excellence Awards are television and streaming networks from all over the world including HBO, Fox, Netflix, AMC, Hulu, and CNN. Aside from the global level, PromaxBDA also has awarding events in Asia, North America, and Europe.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 22, go to Sam Milby, Tillie Moreno, Awee Abayari, Dr. Leticia de Guzman, Marijo Ferraren, Joe Santos, Mitchi de Castro, Romeo Pajarillo, Francis Sanchez, Col. Charlie Batayola, Sr. Capt. Reynaldo Velasco, Loreza Yaneza, Vivian Grace Hubag, Nadine Urbano, Oliver Quinto, Ella Quintana, Echivas Cruz, Nancy Yabut, and Corazon Ugalde-Armenta…Happy 27th wedding anniversary to Bong and Mozzy Ravena…Belated happy birthday to ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer for Broadcast Cory Vidanes (May 15)… May 23: Elizabeth Chang, May Villarica, Nelia Lim, Vida Vanez, Pia Pascua, Bingle Limjuco, Rita Carlos, Butch Francisco, Maita Gomez, Joan Banaga, Genevieve Marcos, Blanche Balamides, Marlon Escalona and Rochelle Pangilinan…Congratulations to US-based Princess Dheimee Lagana for graduating Summa Cum Laude in their school in San Diego California USA…Condolences to Dolores Barcelona passed away last May 21. Her remains lie in state at St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri, Magallanes Village, Makati City. Interment will be at Loyola Memorial Park, Marikina City on May 31 after the 9 a.m. mass.
FDCP’s Liza Diño Seguerra with Pierre Tissien
The director, Pierre Rissien, whom they call the “Man Of Cannes,” passed away last May 5, 2018 days before he was supposed to introduce the film during Cannes Directors’ Fortnight. He is a Cannes adviser, an influential cinephile and Cannes film scout before he died.
Rissien was also a known supporter of Philippine cinema and is responsible for a number of Filipino films making it to Festival de Cannes, including Lino Brocka’s “Insiang.” He also visited the Philippines to attend several of FDCP’s events, the last event being the World Premiere Film Festival in 2016.
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GMA execs join jurors in Global Excellence Awards
Two GMA Network officers were invited to judge in the prestigious 2018 PromaxBDA Global Excellence Promotion, Marketing, and Design Awards in New York this June 3.
GMA Network’s first VP for Corporate Strategic Planning and Concurrent Head for Program Support Regie C. Bautista and Asst. VP for Creative Services Eduardo B. Garcia are joining an exclusive group of most accomplished executives, creatives, and production professionals to decide and recognize the finest works in television and promotion marketing worldwide.
Bautista oversees GMA’s corporate strategic planning as well as the multi-platform marketing promotions, creative services, media and on-air continuity, and digital media divisions. Garcia, on the other hand, heads the Network’s division in charge of developing and executing branded and integrated promotional campaigns for GMA and its platforms, channels and programs.
Joining this year’s PromaxBDA Global Excellence Awards are television and streaming networks from all over the world including HBO, Fox, Netflix, AMC, Hulu, and CNN. Aside from the global level, PromaxBDA also has awarding events in Asia, North America, and Europe.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 22, go to Sam Milby, Tillie Moreno, Awee Abayari, Dr. Leticia de Guzman, Marijo Ferraren, Joe Santos, Mitchi de Castro, Romeo Pajarillo, Francis Sanchez, Col. Charlie Batayola, Sr. Capt. Reynaldo Velasco, Loreza Yaneza, Vivian Grace Hubag, Nadine Urbano, Oliver Quinto, Ella Quintana, Echivas Cruz, Nancy Yabut, and Corazon Ugalde-Armenta…Happy 27th wedding anniversary to Bong and Mozzy Ravena…Belated happy birthday to ABS-CBN Chief Operating Officer for Broadcast Cory Vidanes (May 15)… May 23: Elizabeth Chang, May Villarica, Nelia Lim, Vida Vanez, Pia Pascua, Bingle Limjuco, Rita Carlos, Butch Francisco, Maita Gomez, Joan Banaga, Genevieve Marcos, Blanche Balamides, Marlon Escalona and Rochelle Pangilinan…Congratulations to US-based Princess Dheimee Lagana for graduating Summa Cum Laude in their school in San Diego California USA…Condolences to Dolores Barcelona passed away last May 21. Her remains lie in state at St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri, Magallanes Village, Makati City. Interment will be at Loyola Memorial Park, Marikina City on May 31 after the 9 a.m. mass.
Monday, May 21, 2018
NSCR part 2-3
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Saturday, May 19, 2018
Neo de Padua returns to inspire
Neo de Padua popularly known as Kuya E is back in the entertainment scene. He was discovered in 1986.
“Kaya lang hindi pa uso ’yung pangit noon. Hindi pa uso ’yung ganitong itsura kaya hindi tayo siguro nabigyan ng chance,” he shared. “Pero kahit papaano marami tayong nagawa. Meron tayong mga commercials at may mga na-endorso noon.”
Now a successful businessman and motivational celebrity, his is a rags-to-riches story people can learn from. He started working at five years old selling carioca, banana cue and pandesal. He was even a vendor in wet markets in Pasig and Parañaque.
Kuya E has combined his knack for speaking and singing on a TV show called “RYTS (Rule Yourself To Success)” which started airing last May 12 on Eagle Broadcasting Corporation Net 25. His first celebrity guest was Lani Misalucha.
“We talked about the back stories of our guests and how they made it in their respective careers,” he explained.
The hour-long talk show is composed of four segments. “All About Success” is a 10 to 12 minute segment on CEOs, business or corporate personalities sharing their success stories. “Shine Bright Like A Diamond” focuses on celebrities. “E-Balance” is on health professionals to shed light on health and wellness concerns. “Tulong Ni Kuya E” is on his charity works.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 19, go to former Caloocan Councilor Marjorie Barretto, Rajo Laurel, Lynn Abanilla, Yvonne Dayrit, Pinky Ramos-Ochoa, Aileen del Rosario, Joseph Alonzo, Catherine Mora, and Joe Astete… May 20: Pilita Corrales, Remy Bicomong, Yolanda Alvarez, Lolita Solis, Peter Timbol, Relly Elipano, Joriz de Guzman, Onehaunch Landingin, Miriam Pantig, Nathalie Tomada, Reily Santiago and Carla Humphries… May 21: Nora Aunor, former DOLE Sec. Nieves Defensor, Lulu Tinio, Ray Orosa, Ana Co Puno, Baby Cruz, Estela Mendoza, Evangeline Eugenio Sebastian, Rene Garcia, Bala K.T. Bala, Ruth Jaranilla, Odie Jose and Rinia Marquez…
“Kaya lang hindi pa uso ’yung pangit noon. Hindi pa uso ’yung ganitong itsura kaya hindi tayo siguro nabigyan ng chance,” he shared. “Pero kahit papaano marami tayong nagawa. Meron tayong mga commercials at may mga na-endorso noon.”
Now a successful businessman and motivational celebrity, his is a rags-to-riches story people can learn from. He started working at five years old selling carioca, banana cue and pandesal. He was even a vendor in wet markets in Pasig and Parañaque.
Kuya E has combined his knack for speaking and singing on a TV show called “RYTS (Rule Yourself To Success)” which started airing last May 12 on Eagle Broadcasting Corporation Net 25. His first celebrity guest was Lani Misalucha.
“We talked about the back stories of our guests and how they made it in their respective careers,” he explained.
The hour-long talk show is composed of four segments. “All About Success” is a 10 to 12 minute segment on CEOs, business or corporate personalities sharing their success stories. “Shine Bright Like A Diamond” focuses on celebrities. “E-Balance” is on health professionals to shed light on health and wellness concerns. “Tulong Ni Kuya E” is on his charity works.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 19, go to former Caloocan Councilor Marjorie Barretto, Rajo Laurel, Lynn Abanilla, Yvonne Dayrit, Pinky Ramos-Ochoa, Aileen del Rosario, Joseph Alonzo, Catherine Mora, and Joe Astete… May 20: Pilita Corrales, Remy Bicomong, Yolanda Alvarez, Lolita Solis, Peter Timbol, Relly Elipano, Joriz de Guzman, Onehaunch Landingin, Miriam Pantig, Nathalie Tomada, Reily Santiago and Carla Humphries… May 21: Nora Aunor, former DOLE Sec. Nieves Defensor, Lulu Tinio, Ray Orosa, Ana Co Puno, Baby Cruz, Estela Mendoza, Evangeline Eugenio Sebastian, Rene Garcia, Bala K.T. Bala, Ruth Jaranilla, Odie Jose and Rinia Marquez…
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Tokyo Metro training railway personnel in Philippines
Tokyo Metro Co. has begun helping train railway operation personnel in the Philippines as part of the bilateral government efforts to develop urban railroad networks in the Southeast Asian country, according to the subway operator.
Tokyo Metro and two Japanese consulting firms -- Oriental Consultants Global Co. and Almec Corp. -- have jointly taken on a technical cooperation project led by the Japan International Cooperation Agency to establish and run the Philippine Railway Institute, a training center planned under the country's Department of Transportation.
The three Japanese firms are responsible for drawing up a personnel training scheme and programs as well as nurturing skilled local instructors through June 2023, aiming to enable locals to smoothly operate and maintain city railroad networks, Tokyo Metro said.
Tokyo Metro "intends to provide a wide range of support to build a safe and convenient city railroad system," a spokesman told NNA.
Japan's development aid agency has discussed with the Philippine government setting up a governmental training institute designed to boost local expertise and skills such as train operation, railway building and wiring technologies, according to JICA.
Along with a large infrastructure development plan by President Rodrigo Duterte's administration, including projects for the Metro Manila Subway and Manila commuter railways, JICA has offered soft loans through its development aid program.
Tokyo Metro and two Japanese consulting firms -- Oriental Consultants Global Co. and Almec Corp. -- have jointly taken on a technical cooperation project led by the Japan International Cooperation Agency to establish and run the Philippine Railway Institute, a training center planned under the country's Department of Transportation.
The three Japanese firms are responsible for drawing up a personnel training scheme and programs as well as nurturing skilled local instructors through June 2023, aiming to enable locals to smoothly operate and maintain city railroad networks, Tokyo Metro said.
Tokyo Metro "intends to provide a wide range of support to build a safe and convenient city railroad system," a spokesman told NNA.
Japan's development aid agency has discussed with the Philippine government setting up a governmental training institute designed to boost local expertise and skills such as train operation, railway building and wiring technologies, according to JICA.
Along with a large infrastructure development plan by President Rodrigo Duterte's administration, including projects for the Metro Manila Subway and Manila commuter railways, JICA has offered soft loans through its development aid program.
Aliw Awards marks 40th anniversary
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| (from left): Freddie Santos, Grace Bondad Nicolas, Alice Reyes, Jun Polistico and Andrea Nicolas |
The Ruby Anniversary Concert is in partnership with Tag Media and the Star Parks Corp. of the Elizalde Group of Companies. It will be directed by Hall of Famer Freddie Santos.
Tag Media is the company that co-produced the successful “Best of Aliw” 2016 at Resorts World Manila. It has joined hands with AAFI and Star Parks Corp. for this first-of-its-kind production.
“Acknowledging the best Filipino talents nationwide has been one of our objectives from the start. For us, they promote the Philippines and call the attention of international investors who can help more Filipinos get jobs and attract more tourists to the Philippines,” said Engr. Grace Nicolas, Tag Media co-founder.
Those who have confirmed their participation in the concert are Pilita Corrales, Rico J. Puno, Imelda Papin, Jun Polistico, Hajji Alejandro, Lisa Macuja and the Halili Cruz Dance Company. It is expected to draw a record crowd to fill the 2,350 seats at the Aliw Theater.
Part of the proceeds will go to the Aliw’s Welfare Fund for ailing, unemployed live entertainers, according to Ms. Alice H. Hernandez, founder and president of AAFI.
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JMartin of REtroSPECT goes solo
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| JMartin |
Seasoned singer JMartin who is also a dancer, composer, producer and front man of the multi-awarded and renowned retro pop group REtroSPECT has released his first solo album “JMARTIN Hiwaga.”
It features original compositions and classic songs in the making like “Mula Ngayon” by songwriter Vehnee Saturno and “Ikaw Lang Ang Kulang” written by JMartin himself with Ogie Ramos and arranged by his album’s co-producer Miguel Cortes. The songs are played on MOR 101.9, Wish 107.5 and Pinas FM 95.5 in the Philippines and Megamixx 101.9 in Guam USA.
The other tracks are “Hiwaga,” “Respeto,” “Ikaw Pa Rin,” and “Umaasa” now on iTunes, Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music through ABS-CBN Star Music under JARO Productions and Godspeed Music label.
JMartin’s album tour will be in July and August 2018.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 17, go to Kris Bernal, Alice H. Reyes, Toni Gregory, Zita Feliciao, Cynthia Yu, Boy Gan, Silvia Abacan, Raphie Rivero, Esperanza Guntang, Ryan Fortaleza, Atty. Aileen Lizada and Julie Ann San Jose… May 18: Virgie Ramos, Emmie Velarde, Aleck Bovick, Julie Ong, Sonia Bautista, Richard Joseph, Jimmy Williams, Col. Ben Kagaoan, Stephen Barua, Armando Santocildes, Gregoria Baterna, Vic Lactaoen, Joyce Fernandez, Rachel Tan, and Richard Yap…Happy wedding anniversary to Popoy and Rachel Los Baños; Boy and Lita Velasco, and Julio and Aning Sy…Belated b-day greetings to Rachel Krael from Angie Santamaria who is based in Singapore (May 16)…
Ayala Land to form JV for projects in Aurora, Quezon
AYALA LAND, Inc. (ALI) is teaming up with two companies headed by businessman Romeo G. Roxas for two projects in Aurora and Quezon province.
In a disclosure to the stock exchange on Tuesday, the listed property giant said it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Green Square Properties Corp. (GSPC) and Green Circle Properties and Resources, Inc. (GCPRI) for the establishment of a joint venture company.
ALI is set to own 51% of the joint venture (JV), while 49% will be split between GSPC and GCPRI.
The JV firm will be tasked to develop 27,852 hectares of land located in Dingalan, Aurora, and General Nakar in Quezon province.
“The long-term vision for the properties is to support the government’s initiative of developing the country’s eastern coast and promoting inclusive growth through the phased development of a master planned mixed-use estate, principally oriented towards tourism, commercial, residential, and institutional uses,” ALI said in a statement.
The company noted it will incorporate environmental and ecological programs in the development of the properties to conserve the forest and to protect its biodiversity.
In a disclosure to the stock exchange on Tuesday, the listed property giant said it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Green Square Properties Corp. (GSPC) and Green Circle Properties and Resources, Inc. (GCPRI) for the establishment of a joint venture company.
ALI is set to own 51% of the joint venture (JV), while 49% will be split between GSPC and GCPRI.
The JV firm will be tasked to develop 27,852 hectares of land located in Dingalan, Aurora, and General Nakar in Quezon province.
“The long-term vision for the properties is to support the government’s initiative of developing the country’s eastern coast and promoting inclusive growth through the phased development of a master planned mixed-use estate, principally oriented towards tourism, commercial, residential, and institutional uses,” ALI said in a statement.
The company noted it will incorporate environmental and ecological programs in the development of the properties to conserve the forest and to protect its biodiversity.
Wednesday, May 16, 2018
GMA Network to roll out digital device next month
GMA Network Inc. is set to commercially roll out its digital transmission device as early as next month.
“Definitely, by next month,” GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe Gozon told reporters after the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting in Quezon City on Wednesday.
He was asked about the timeline for the commercial rollout of the digital device which would allow analog television sets to receive digital transmission.
Gozon first announced the device in May 2016.
It is now being manufactured in a factory in China.
GMA’s technology arm GMA New Media Inc. (NMI) unveiled the digital receiver prototype in October 2016.
With the commercial rollout scheduled next month, Gozon said the company targets to release at least a million units per year.
“Ang target niyan, one million initially. Let’s say, in one year, at least one million,” he said.
“Ang expectation namin, gagamitin ito dahil meron kami na wala ‘yung iba,” Gozon noted.
With a worldwide patent, Gozon said the device will be able to compete with products already in the market.
“Napakaraming features nito ... Kung ano ang ginagawa mo ngayon sa smartphone mo, pwedeng gawin. Pwede kang makipagusap, pwede mag-interact, pwede mag-record,” he said.
“Wala kaming mga dealers. So we have to find a way na hindi tayo mahuhuli ‘pag ni-launch na ‘yan and I can assure you, napakalapit na. Magpipirmahan nalang,” he said.
Gozon said GMA has also partnered with a telecommunications company for the project, but declined to disclose further details.
“Wala nang problema as far as I know. Pirmahan nalang,” he said.
“Biglaan ‘yan. Mas madali kaysa dadahan-dahanin mo. Kumbaga sa ulan, buhos,” he said, regarding the commercial launch. —VDS, GMA News
“Definitely, by next month,” GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe Gozon told reporters after the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting in Quezon City on Wednesday.
He was asked about the timeline for the commercial rollout of the digital device which would allow analog television sets to receive digital transmission.
Gozon first announced the device in May 2016.
It is now being manufactured in a factory in China.
GMA’s technology arm GMA New Media Inc. (NMI) unveiled the digital receiver prototype in October 2016.
With the commercial rollout scheduled next month, Gozon said the company targets to release at least a million units per year.
“Ang target niyan, one million initially. Let’s say, in one year, at least one million,” he said.
“Ang expectation namin, gagamitin ito dahil meron kami na wala ‘yung iba,” Gozon noted.
With a worldwide patent, Gozon said the device will be able to compete with products already in the market.
“Napakaraming features nito ... Kung ano ang ginagawa mo ngayon sa smartphone mo, pwedeng gawin. Pwede kang makipagusap, pwede mag-interact, pwede mag-record,” he said.
“Wala kaming mga dealers. So we have to find a way na hindi tayo mahuhuli ‘pag ni-launch na ‘yan and I can assure you, napakalapit na. Magpipirmahan nalang,” he said.
Gozon said GMA has also partnered with a telecommunications company for the project, but declined to disclose further details.
“Wala nang problema as far as I know. Pirmahan nalang,” he said.
“Biglaan ‘yan. Mas madali kaysa dadahan-dahanin mo. Kumbaga sa ulan, buhos,” he said, regarding the commercial launch. —VDS, GMA News
GMA Network not entertaining investors for now
GMA Network Inc. is closing the door, for now, to potential investors as it launches new initiatives, including the nationwide rollout of its digital television platform, its Chairman and CEO Felipe Gozon said on Wednesday.
“I am not entertaining at this point,” Gozon, one of GMA’s three major shareholders who usually takes the lead in negotiations with buyers, told reporters on the sidelines of the company’s annual meeting. “We are creating value first before we sell.”
Gozon said the company, which mainly competes with media giant ABS-CBN Corp. for radio and television ratings, expects to post higher profits in 2018 as advertising sales pick up while operational costs are curbed.
GMA’s profit dropped by 30 percent in 2017 to P2.54 billion, mainly on the absence of political ad spending that propped up earnings in 2016, the year of the presidential elections.
In previous years, GMA’s owners have held talks with PLDT Inc. and Globe Telecom for a possible investment but a final deal never materialized.
Businessman Ramon Ang, president of San Miguel Corp., came close to buying a 30 percent stake in 2015 but that deal also fell through.
New projects
During the shareholders’ meeting, GMA’s management highlighted the company’s new projects, including a P700 million digital television project, which Gozon acknowledged had uncertain financial prospects.
“We don’t have a monetization model yet for the domestic [digital television business],” Gozon told reporters.
Gozon said GMA successfully implemented the first phase of its digital TV transmission project in December last year.
Since then, the company has been airing digital TV transmissions across Metro Manila, Cavite, Rizal, Laguna, Bulacan, Pampanga, Bataan, Nueva Ecija and Tarlac.
Gozon also cited that the company’s DTV signals will reach Mindanao by end-June this year.
“After we are through with our digitization project, we will be covering 83 percent of the Philippines with our digital signal,” Gozon said.
Next month, GMA will seal an agreement with a Chinese supplier for the manufacture of devices that will convert the company’s analog TV transmissions to digital, he said.
The device, which Gozon said is smaller than a basic feature phone, will cost less than ABS-CBN’s TVPlus boxes, which retail for around P1,500 each.
Gozon said GMA plans to sell one million such devices within a year. ABS-CBN, which launched its digital TV service in 2015, has sold over 4.3 million TVPlus boxes.
The shift to digital TV follows the 2013 decision by the Philippines to choose the Japanese standard over its European counterpart. Japan edged out its rival in terms of cost and a built-in warning system to inform people about natural calamities.
The National Telecommunications Commission announced last year that the “switch off” of anlaog TV was targeted in 2023. It expected that roughly 95 percent of all households would have access to digital TV by then. /vvp
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“I am not entertaining at this point,” Gozon, one of GMA’s three major shareholders who usually takes the lead in negotiations with buyers, told reporters on the sidelines of the company’s annual meeting. “We are creating value first before we sell.”
Gozon said the company, which mainly competes with media giant ABS-CBN Corp. for radio and television ratings, expects to post higher profits in 2018 as advertising sales pick up while operational costs are curbed.
GMA’s profit dropped by 30 percent in 2017 to P2.54 billion, mainly on the absence of political ad spending that propped up earnings in 2016, the year of the presidential elections.
In previous years, GMA’s owners have held talks with PLDT Inc. and Globe Telecom for a possible investment but a final deal never materialized.
Businessman Ramon Ang, president of San Miguel Corp., came close to buying a 30 percent stake in 2015 but that deal also fell through.
New projects
During the shareholders’ meeting, GMA’s management highlighted the company’s new projects, including a P700 million digital television project, which Gozon acknowledged had uncertain financial prospects.
“We don’t have a monetization model yet for the domestic [digital television business],” Gozon told reporters.
Gozon said GMA successfully implemented the first phase of its digital TV transmission project in December last year.
Since then, the company has been airing digital TV transmissions across Metro Manila, Cavite, Rizal, Laguna, Bulacan, Pampanga, Bataan, Nueva Ecija and Tarlac.
Gozon also cited that the company’s DTV signals will reach Mindanao by end-June this year.
“After we are through with our digitization project, we will be covering 83 percent of the Philippines with our digital signal,” Gozon said.
Next month, GMA will seal an agreement with a Chinese supplier for the manufacture of devices that will convert the company’s analog TV transmissions to digital, he said.
The device, which Gozon said is smaller than a basic feature phone, will cost less than ABS-CBN’s TVPlus boxes, which retail for around P1,500 each.
Gozon said GMA plans to sell one million such devices within a year. ABS-CBN, which launched its digital TV service in 2015, has sold over 4.3 million TVPlus boxes.
The shift to digital TV follows the 2013 decision by the Philippines to choose the Japanese standard over its European counterpart. Japan edged out its rival in terms of cost and a built-in warning system to inform people about natural calamities.
The National Telecommunications Commission announced last year that the “switch off” of anlaog TV was targeted in 2023. It expected that roughly 95 percent of all households would have access to digital TV by then. /vvp
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Tuesday, May 15, 2018
DOTr reveals details on Japan-backed MRT rehab
The Department of Transportation on Tuesday bared the final details on the three-year makeover of the overcrowded Metro Rail Transit, which will be financed by Japan.
Reports of MRT train breakdowns have become as regular as the weather. In 2017, the shabby metro rail system, which serves thousands of passengers each day, reportedly suffered at least 500 disruptions.
In a statement, the DOTr said the government and Japan International Cooperation Agency, or JICA, signed last Friday the final details on the estimated project cost, scope of works and schedule of the MRT rehabilitation.
Based on the discussions, upgrading the MRT will take 43 months: 31 months for the simultaneous rehabilitation and maintenance works to restore MRT to its original design condition and capacity; and 12 months for the defect liability period.
The project, which is estimated to cost ¥34.480 billion (P16.985 billion), will cover the repair of trains, power supply system, overhead catenary system, radio system, CCTV system, signaling system, rail tracks, elevators and escalators and other station building equipment.
“After completing the Appraisal Mission, DOTr and Japan will now move on to signing of the loan agreement and the mobilization of the new maintenance and rehabilitation provider for MRT, which is targeted this June 2018,” the Transportation department said.
Last year, the government terminated its contract with Busan Universal Rail Inc., the MRT-3 service provider, due to alleged poor performance.
To ensure the project’s sustainability, a supervision consultant will be hired to facilitate and monitor the implementation of the MRT rehabilitation.
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Reports of MRT train breakdowns have become as regular as the weather. In 2017, the shabby metro rail system, which serves thousands of passengers each day, reportedly suffered at least 500 disruptions.
In a statement, the DOTr said the government and Japan International Cooperation Agency, or JICA, signed last Friday the final details on the estimated project cost, scope of works and schedule of the MRT rehabilitation.
Based on the discussions, upgrading the MRT will take 43 months: 31 months for the simultaneous rehabilitation and maintenance works to restore MRT to its original design condition and capacity; and 12 months for the defect liability period.
The project, which is estimated to cost ¥34.480 billion (P16.985 billion), will cover the repair of trains, power supply system, overhead catenary system, radio system, CCTV system, signaling system, rail tracks, elevators and escalators and other station building equipment.
“After completing the Appraisal Mission, DOTr and Japan will now move on to signing of the loan agreement and the mobilization of the new maintenance and rehabilitation provider for MRT, which is targeted this June 2018,” the Transportation department said.
Last year, the government terminated its contract with Busan Universal Rail Inc., the MRT-3 service provider, due to alleged poor performance.
To ensure the project’s sustainability, a supervision consultant will be hired to facilitate and monitor the implementation of the MRT rehabilitation.
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John Estrada signs up with GMA 7
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| JOHN ESTRADA (center) with GMA execs: GMA SVP for Entertainment Content Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable and GMA VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno |
He said, “I feel so welcome and excited. Well, it’s a fact naman that I love challenges ’di ba? And as you mature, syempre mas marami kang gustong patunayan sa sarili mo. At dito sa GMA, mas interesting ’yung mix of content. At of course, bagay sa’kin ’yung versatility na ino-offer nila.”
John shared he will be part of GMA’s biggest and pioneering project this year that’s why he did not think twice in accepting the role.
“I’ve never done something like this. Kaya sana, mga Kapuso, abangan ni’yo ito talaga dahil maraming bago sa series na ito.”
Aside from his upcoming project, John looks forward to finally work with his daughter Inah de Belen and other Kapuso stars.
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Jennylyn Mercado, certified #fitspiration
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| Jennylyn Mercado |
Her gym routines are always featured on Instagram stories. No wonder she is one who many considers #fitspo considering her action-packed scenes in the series.
“The Cure,” also starring Irma Adlawan, Jay Manalo and Ronnie Henares among others, is aired weeknights after “24 Oras” on GMA Telebabad.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 15, go to Leila Hermosa, Dr. Socorro Alejandrino, Dr. Edetliza Concepcion, Dennis Pajaro, Nita Ablaza, Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao, Joy Gonzalez, Cory Vidanes, Niel Andrew Lagam turns 17 and Jennylyn Mercado…May 16: Robert Arevalo, Gary Estrada, Adrian Dominguez, Cherry Cobarrubias, Carminia Pavia, Lynda Reyes, Alfredo Mendoza, Vic Valenciano, Ada de Leon, Malou Almonte, Danny Cruz, Ronald Manalili, Butch Tenorio, Robert Mendoza, Jan Chiu, Ivan Lee and Ms. Malou Santos…
Saturday, May 12, 2018
GMA Foundation receives donation for Marawi
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| GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon (second from right), GMA President Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. (third from right), and GMAKF EVP & COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog (center) receive generous monetary help for Rebuild Marawi Project from FFCCCII’s officers in aid of the Rebuild Marawi Project in Lanao del Sur |
The turnover ceremony held at the GMA Network Center was attended by GMA Network Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, GMA Network President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., GMAKF Executive Vice President and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog while the FFCCCII party was led by President Domingo Yap, EVP Dr. Henry Limbonliong, Vice President Mary Ng, Vice President Alex Yap Cho Ty, Vice President William Gosiaco, Chairman of Media and Public Affairs Committee Wilson Lee Flores, Vice Chairperson of Media Relations and Information Committee Lily Lim, Chairman of Welfare Committee Bonifacio Lui, Co-Chairman of Welfare Committee Robert Kho Tian Ang, Vice Chairman of Welfare Committee Jimmy Ching, Chairman of External Affairs Committee Nelson Guevarra, Assistant Secretary General Reynard Hing. FFCCCII’s Project Coordinator Carlos Legaspi and Photographer Wilson Ong were also present.
“Napaka-importante nito sa pag rehabilitate ng Marawi sapagkat ang unang pangangailangan ng mga bata duon ay eskwelahan (This is very important in rehabilitating Marawi because schools are the primary need of the children there),” Gozon said.
“Kami dito sa Filipino-Chinese community, we have to share what we have with the poor ‘kababayans’ just to show them that we also love them,” Yap remarked. “We hope that this will pick up efforts for the rehabilitation and construction of destroyed public schools.”
GMAKF has repeatedly visited Lanao del Sur to find out how it could best respond to the needs of the residents of Marawi who were displaced by the armed conflict. Many schools were reduced to rubble. The Department of Education will re-enroll the displaced students outside of the most affected area while the bombed out area gets rehabilitated by the government.
“The youth is the future of our country. Education is the way to improve your life,” shared Escudero-Catibog.
GMAKF will rehabilitate and rebuild three schools in Marawi City and will build a total of 18 classrooms at Datu Saber Elementary School (8 classrooms), Pendolonan Elementary School (6 classrooms) and Camp Bagong Amai Pakpak Elementary School (4 classrooms).
FFCCCII is one of GMAKF’s top donors for its Rebuild Marawi Project and through its generosity, the lives of generations of children in Marawi will change for the better.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 12, go to QC Mayor Herbert Bautista, Mila del Sol, Dennis Trillo, Onemig Bondoc, May Neri, Marita Nuque, Armi Escolar, Mario Joson, Carl Rigg Buenaseda, Florence Defensor, Jun Vinluan, LA-based lawyer Francis Papica, Pin Antonio, Elizabeth Gokauchi and Michael Laygo…May 13: former Sen. Mar Roxas, Kenneth and Marilou Lagadi, Reggie Regaldo, Joseph Parlan, Jenette Collantes and Rita Carpio…May 14: Rachel Lobangco, Becky Garcia, Sandee Masigan, Vic Revilla, Rudolph Armas, Angel Joshua Velasco, Anna Valencia, Erwin Santiago, Marlette Gorospe, Marri Nallos, Engr. Rodel Lial and Judge Corona Somera…
Friday, May 11, 2018
National I.D. system crucial for fintech growth
ADVANCING financial technology (fintech) in the Philippines will be much easier with the passage of a national identification (ID)system into law, a chief executive of an industry player said, as this could help digital money issuers to properly identify users and make the process for on boarding new customers easier.
Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt) CEO Anthony Thomas said one of the impediments the industry faces is the proliferation of fake identities. Adopting a national ID would effectively remove this barrier and take away a risk money
issuers abhor.
“What could help us further is the national identification, which can be a game changer because today, I really don’t know the real identity of my customer. I go by documents, but it’s onerous because I don’t go by a unique number, and it’s very easy to create fake IDs,” he said during the BusinessMirror Coffee Club forum on Thursday.
He explained that having a national identity available for money issuers, such as Mynt—the operator of digital wallet GCash—would help mitigate the risks, as the system would properly and officially identify customers.
To sign up for a mobile wallet account at present, customers need only to submit a digital copy of an official government ID, such as a picture of passport, a social security card or a driver’s license, among others.
This is part of the know-your-customer (KYC) process that fintech players observe, which Thomas believes could prove more efficient with the adoption of a national
identification law.
“The moment I have a unique ID system — that opens up a lot,” he said.
Creating a national ID card for Filipinos has been on the government’s drawing board for almost a decade now. Today, the plan has passed muster at the House of Representatives and the Senate.
It was also seen approved sometime this month at the bicameral conference.
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has been budgeted with P2 billion to roll out the national ID system with the use of biometrics.
Having a national ID will allow at least 105 million Filipinos to benefit from having a valid proof of identity. Such is designed for universal coverage, data integrity and security and optimum utility.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has openly supported the passage of the national identification bill as this could help further drive the digital economy.
“The current governor is a strong advocate of inclusion and digital payments. So the policy framework, I think, we have in the Philippines, is in the right direction,” Thomas said.
According to the Mynt executive, there is a “very large” opportunity in the financial technology space, given that seven out of 10 Filipinos are still unbanked and uncarded.
Financial technology, he said, bridges the gap that separates those who have access to the formal financial instruments—such as credit, savings, and insurance—and to those who do not have.
“It is relatively small in terms of impact in Philippines, but is a growing ecosystem. If you think about services today, e-payments only comprise 1 percent of the total payments happening now—and that’s very small,” Thomas said.
“So there is a very large opportunity in that aspect.”
He added that digital payments could proliferate in the coming years, as mobile in the Philippines is very ubiquitous, given that there are 120 million active SIM cards in the country today.
“We are very small today, but the beauty of a digital platform is it scales very quickly,” Thomas said.
Globe Fintech Innovations Inc. (Mynt) CEO Anthony Thomas said one of the impediments the industry faces is the proliferation of fake identities. Adopting a national ID would effectively remove this barrier and take away a risk money
issuers abhor.
“What could help us further is the national identification, which can be a game changer because today, I really don’t know the real identity of my customer. I go by documents, but it’s onerous because I don’t go by a unique number, and it’s very easy to create fake IDs,” he said during the BusinessMirror Coffee Club forum on Thursday.
He explained that having a national identity available for money issuers, such as Mynt—the operator of digital wallet GCash—would help mitigate the risks, as the system would properly and officially identify customers.
To sign up for a mobile wallet account at present, customers need only to submit a digital copy of an official government ID, such as a picture of passport, a social security card or a driver’s license, among others.
This is part of the know-your-customer (KYC) process that fintech players observe, which Thomas believes could prove more efficient with the adoption of a national
identification law.
“The moment I have a unique ID system — that opens up a lot,” he said.
Creating a national ID card for Filipinos has been on the government’s drawing board for almost a decade now. Today, the plan has passed muster at the House of Representatives and the Senate.
It was also seen approved sometime this month at the bicameral conference.
The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has been budgeted with P2 billion to roll out the national ID system with the use of biometrics.
Having a national ID will allow at least 105 million Filipinos to benefit from having a valid proof of identity. Such is designed for universal coverage, data integrity and security and optimum utility.
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas has openly supported the passage of the national identification bill as this could help further drive the digital economy.
“The current governor is a strong advocate of inclusion and digital payments. So the policy framework, I think, we have in the Philippines, is in the right direction,” Thomas said.
According to the Mynt executive, there is a “very large” opportunity in the financial technology space, given that seven out of 10 Filipinos are still unbanked and uncarded.
Financial technology, he said, bridges the gap that separates those who have access to the formal financial instruments—such as credit, savings, and insurance—and to those who do not have.
“It is relatively small in terms of impact in Philippines, but is a growing ecosystem. If you think about services today, e-payments only comprise 1 percent of the total payments happening now—and that’s very small,” Thomas said.
“So there is a very large opportunity in that aspect.”
He added that digital payments could proliferate in the coming years, as mobile in the Philippines is very ubiquitous, given that there are 120 million active SIM cards in the country today.
“We are very small today, but the beauty of a digital platform is it scales very quickly,” Thomas said.
Thursday, May 10, 2018
CineFilipino Filmfest ongoing
The CineFilipino Film Festival (CFFF) 2018 is in partner cinemas strategically located in the metropolis. It opened May 8 at Gateway Cinema and the Awards Night is on May 12 at KIA Theatre.
Five years after debuting in the industry, the CFFF continues to showcase new filmmakers and their exceptional features with modest budgets. Organized by Cignal TV and Unitel Productions, Inc., this year’s edition reveals a wide spectrum of genre created by young and imaginative filmmakers.
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| Unitel Prods. CEO Madonna Tarrayo |
The eight feature films are “Delia & Sammy” directed by Theresa Cayaba; “Excuse Me Po” by Ronald Espinosa Batallones; “Gusto Kita With All My Hypothalamus” by Dwein Baltazar; “Hitboy” by Bor Ocampo; “Mata Tapang” by Rod Marmol; “Mga Mister ni Rosario” by Allan Habon; “Poon” by Ronie Supangan; and “The Eternity Between Seconds” by Alex Figuracion.
Madonna Tarrayo, President and CEO of Unitel Productions and Straight Shooters who also serves as CFFF Director, expressed excitement over the film entries’ variety of genre and theme. “We have five new filmmakers and three who have done feature-length films in other festivals. With this lineup you can expect a roller coaster of emotions in every frame.”
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| Liza Diño-Seguerra |
Cignal TV execs led by Pres. Jane Basas said that they have full confidence in the potential in the marketplace of the films that made it to the roster of CFFF finalists. These finalists will get the usual cash prizes for their entries. Specially designed trophies will also be given to the winning filmmakers and artists.
This time, CFFF partners with the Film Development Center of the Philippines (FDCP) chaired my Liza Diño-Seguerra. Jane Basas lauded this important alliance forged by CFFF with FDCP. Cignal TV and CFFF officers are thriller by this new partnership.
The festival runs till May 15 at Gateway Cinemas, SM Cinemas (under CineLokal) and Ayala Malls.
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Action!
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| Ken Chan |
Ken Chan is known as versatile actor. He showcases his acting talent anew as Dr. Josh Lazaro on “The Cure.”
The show allows Ken to do action scenes, a long-time aim for him or a long time now. He, himself, designs and executes his stunts.
“The Cure” airs weeknights at 7:30 p.m. on GMA Telebabad.
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 10, go to Pempe Rodrigo, Edwina Beech, Marilyn Cabarrus, Poyeeng Mauricio, Flo Owen, Dr. Fernando Cabral, Chit Salud, Chi-Chi Robles, Aster Amoyo, Jun Lalin, producer Edwin Lagadi, Edgar Medina, Rose Lazaro, Ilette Marcelo, Markus Gabriel, former Nueva Ecija Governor Tommy Joson, Elmer Go and Charice Pempengco…May 11: Judy Ann Santos, Consul Helen Ong, Bernadette Lomotan, Marcelino Flores, Delia Roqueza, Lucy Enriquez, Waldy Carbonel, Alfred Mendoza IV, Miguel Ronquillo, Jr., Evelyn de Vega, Jaye Bautista, Cesar Apolinario, James Reid and Rep. Monsour del Rosario…Belated b-day greetings to Levie Favian and Mash de Leon (May 7)…
Wednesday, May 9, 2018
SM City Telabastagan opens May 18
The City of San Fernando in Pampanga, home to the dazzling giant lanterns, is known as the Christmas Capital of the Philippines.
It is a city that has so much to celebrate: exciting festivals, a rich history and culture, its food, and its people’s entrepreneurial spirit.
The city will have more to celebrate when SM Çity Telabastagan, SM’s third mall in San Fernando opens its doors to the public on Friday, May 18, 2018.
It is SM Prime Holding’s 70th mall, and is the fourth in the province after SM City Clark, as well as SM City Pampanga, SM City San Fernando Downtown, both in the City of San Fernando.
With the opening of the new mall, SM will be able to serve shoppers throughout the bustling city: SM City Telabastagan in the uptown, SM City Pampanga in the midtown, and SM City San Fernando Downtown in the downtown areas, respectively.
Located in a 105,694 square meter site along MacArthur Highway, the 55,093 square meter mall will serve residents in Telabastagan, as well as in the nearby towns of Sto. Tomas, Bacolor, Guagua, Mexico, Porac, San Luis, Santa Ana, and Lubao.
SM City Telabastagan’s design creates a memorable identity with an extended highway frontage. A series of bold and dynamic interlocking, geometrical forms creates a vivid, colorful backdrop that continues around the building. Strategically located and well identified entrances on all sides ensure convenient access.
The main mall entrance is accentuated by an architecturally dramatic form that spans the main ring road to provide cover for pedestrians. There is generous landscaping in the sidewalk frontage – sloped to follow the site contours, and covered by a series of canopies that echo the overall interior design at all points around the center surrounded by lush landscape.
The mall’s interiors are organized around two large corridors that intersect to form one large central court. This makes shopping easy by allowing a clear line-of-sight to all shops on all levels at all times. Bursts of colors in a rhythmic pattern accent the ceiling and a wrap- around clerestory provides glare free daylight to all areas of the mall.
The SM Store and SM Supermarket are the mall’s major anchors along with SM mainstays like SM Appliance Center, ACE Hardware, Watsons, Our Home, Surplus, Uniqlo, Crocs, and Miniso. It also has fashion boutiques, shoe stores, sports stores, jewelry stores, bookstores, eyewear stores, and novelty shops. A Cyberzone features the latest IT and electronic goods.
Eating out options include a Food Court, popular local and international fast food chains, coffee shops, bake shops, and specialty restaurants. In a province known as the Culinary Capital of the Philippines, SM City Telabastagan will delight foodies with its selection of homegrown cuisine from Toll House, Susie’s Cuisine, Velvet Ganache, U-Rack, Balanghai, Dainty, Red Woodberry Café and Pancakes, Jalapenos Tex-Mex, Teresita Razon’s Halo Halo and Palabok, Tapa Tapa, Pancake ni Juan, and Kabigting’s Halo Halo.
The mall also has banks, wellness areas, and amusement centers to serve customers of all ages. It also has six state of the art cinemas for families and film enthusiasts.
For customer convenience, SM City Telabastagan has ample parking – 728 slots for cars, 720 slots for motorcycle parking, and 92 slots for bicycle parking. Shoppers arriving in private cars are quickly guided from the main site entrance to the primary parking area with hundreds of spaces.
A conveniently located public utility terminal and passenger drop off zones offer shoppers direct access to the mall from various points on the site.
SM City Telabastagan’s project team includes DSGN Associates, design architect; Jose Siao Ling and Associates, architect on record; SMEDD Corporation, Project Manager; D.A. Abcede and Associates, Construction Manager; New Golden City Builders and Development Corp, General Contractor; and SMEDD, Design Management. (PR)
It is a city that has so much to celebrate: exciting festivals, a rich history and culture, its food, and its people’s entrepreneurial spirit.
The city will have more to celebrate when SM Çity Telabastagan, SM’s third mall in San Fernando opens its doors to the public on Friday, May 18, 2018.
It is SM Prime Holding’s 70th mall, and is the fourth in the province after SM City Clark, as well as SM City Pampanga, SM City San Fernando Downtown, both in the City of San Fernando.
With the opening of the new mall, SM will be able to serve shoppers throughout the bustling city: SM City Telabastagan in the uptown, SM City Pampanga in the midtown, and SM City San Fernando Downtown in the downtown areas, respectively.
Located in a 105,694 square meter site along MacArthur Highway, the 55,093 square meter mall will serve residents in Telabastagan, as well as in the nearby towns of Sto. Tomas, Bacolor, Guagua, Mexico, Porac, San Luis, Santa Ana, and Lubao.
SM City Telabastagan’s design creates a memorable identity with an extended highway frontage. A series of bold and dynamic interlocking, geometrical forms creates a vivid, colorful backdrop that continues around the building. Strategically located and well identified entrances on all sides ensure convenient access.
The main mall entrance is accentuated by an architecturally dramatic form that spans the main ring road to provide cover for pedestrians. There is generous landscaping in the sidewalk frontage – sloped to follow the site contours, and covered by a series of canopies that echo the overall interior design at all points around the center surrounded by lush landscape.
The mall’s interiors are organized around two large corridors that intersect to form one large central court. This makes shopping easy by allowing a clear line-of-sight to all shops on all levels at all times. Bursts of colors in a rhythmic pattern accent the ceiling and a wrap- around clerestory provides glare free daylight to all areas of the mall.
The SM Store and SM Supermarket are the mall’s major anchors along with SM mainstays like SM Appliance Center, ACE Hardware, Watsons, Our Home, Surplus, Uniqlo, Crocs, and Miniso. It also has fashion boutiques, shoe stores, sports stores, jewelry stores, bookstores, eyewear stores, and novelty shops. A Cyberzone features the latest IT and electronic goods.
Eating out options include a Food Court, popular local and international fast food chains, coffee shops, bake shops, and specialty restaurants. In a province known as the Culinary Capital of the Philippines, SM City Telabastagan will delight foodies with its selection of homegrown cuisine from Toll House, Susie’s Cuisine, Velvet Ganache, U-Rack, Balanghai, Dainty, Red Woodberry Café and Pancakes, Jalapenos Tex-Mex, Teresita Razon’s Halo Halo and Palabok, Tapa Tapa, Pancake ni Juan, and Kabigting’s Halo Halo.
The mall also has banks, wellness areas, and amusement centers to serve customers of all ages. It also has six state of the art cinemas for families and film enthusiasts.
For customer convenience, SM City Telabastagan has ample parking – 728 slots for cars, 720 slots for motorcycle parking, and 92 slots for bicycle parking. Shoppers arriving in private cars are quickly guided from the main site entrance to the primary parking area with hundreds of spaces.
A conveniently located public utility terminal and passenger drop off zones offer shoppers direct access to the mall from various points on the site.
SM City Telabastagan’s project team includes DSGN Associates, design architect; Jose Siao Ling and Associates, architect on record; SMEDD Corporation, Project Manager; D.A. Abcede and Associates, Construction Manager; New Golden City Builders and Development Corp, General Contractor; and SMEDD, Design Management. (PR)
LOOK: Duty Free Philippines to open luxury store at SM Mall of Asia complex
Duty Free Philippines Corporation (DFPC) announced on Monday, May 7, it would be opening in June a luxury store at the SM Mall of Asia complex in Pasay City and another outlet at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3.
DFP Luxe Store at SM MOA complex and Landside Store at the NAIA Terminal 3 will be Duty Free's largest shopping outlets, the government coporation said in a media advisory.
The target opening date will be on June 30, but details of the launch are still being finalized.
DFPC chief operating officer Vico Angala said the 4,200-square-meter Luxe Store "will set a standard for the affluent market especially in South East Asian countries."
The botiques and shops in the multilevel facility, the press release said, "will carry a wide selection of high end imported goods and retail mix that will capture brands across all spectrums – from luxury designer labels like Bally and Ferragamo to mid-priced fashion labels like Coach and Michael Kors."
The other new outlet, Landside Store, will be located at the arrival lobby of NAIA Terminal 3. It will offer duty free staples, like chocolates, perfumes, liquor, tobacco and other grocery items, at prices lower than market prices in Manila.
DFP Luxe Store at SM MOA complex and Landside Store at the NAIA Terminal 3 will be Duty Free's largest shopping outlets, the government coporation said in a media advisory.
The target opening date will be on June 30, but details of the launch are still being finalized.
DFPC chief operating officer Vico Angala said the 4,200-square-meter Luxe Store "will set a standard for the affluent market especially in South East Asian countries."
The botiques and shops in the multilevel facility, the press release said, "will carry a wide selection of high end imported goods and retail mix that will capture brands across all spectrums – from luxury designer labels like Bally and Ferragamo to mid-priced fashion labels like Coach and Michael Kors."
The other new outlet, Landside Store, will be located at the arrival lobby of NAIA Terminal 3. It will offer duty free staples, like chocolates, perfumes, liquor, tobacco and other grocery items, at prices lower than market prices in Manila.
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Miss Korea-Philippines 2018 happens today
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| The candidates of Miss Korea-Philippines 2018 beauty pageant |
The Miss Korea-Philippines search is a non-profit, nationwide beauty pageant that selected Koreanos residing in the country to represent the Philippines and compete in the 62nd Miss Korea main pageant in Seoul. The event aims to nourish the blooming relationship between South Korea and the Philippines, and to promote the rich cultures of both countries.
The Miss Korea beauty pageant served as a gateway to showcase the talents and beauty of Korean women amid recovery from the Korean war in May 1957. For over 62 years, the Miss Korea pageant has been a platform for talented and intelligent young Korean women from different regions in South Korea and around the world to represent what they stand for and show what truly makes a Korean woman.
The candidates to the 2018 Miss Korea-Philippines are: Cho Hye Jeong, 23; Park Yu Kyung, 21; Park Se Eun, 17; Kwon Soo Jung, 23; Kuk Son Yong, 25; and Kwon Ji Hye, 24.
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Veterans vs. newbies
Carmina Villaroel, Alfred Vargas and Jean Garcia are pitted against Bianca Umali, Miguel Tanfelix and Kyline Alcantara on the GMA series “Kambal, Karibal.”
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| Bianca Umali, and Alfred Vargas |
Will Geraldine find out the truth about her daughters Crisel and Crisan? What will happen to Raymund (Marvin Agustin)?
“Kambal, Karibal” airs weeknights after “The Cure” on GMA Telebabad.
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ABS-CBN, GMA still locked in TV ratings dispute
Broadcast giants ABS-CBN and GMA Network continue to claim leadership in TV ratings, using separately commissioned surveys as basis.
In a statement, ABS-CBN said it remains the undisputed number one TV network in April with an average audience share of 45 percent, as compared to GMA’s 33 percent, based on latest data from Kantar Media.
The Lopez-run network said it scored an average audience share of 42 percent against GMA’s 25 percent in Metro Manila.
In a separate statement, GMA said it dominated ratings in the same month as it cited data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement which showed that it registered an average of 39.7 percent total day people audience share in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), ahead of ABS-CBN’s 38.6 percent.
Multinational audience measurement provider Kantar Media uses a nationwide panel size of 2,610 urban and rural homes while Nielsen surveys approximately 900 more homes in Total Urban and Rural Philippines.
ABS-CBN also claims it leads in Mega Manila, where it hit 36 percent against GMA’s 34 percent.
“The Kapamilya network also led other networks in Total Luzon where it got 41 percent against GMA’s 35 percent, in Total Visayas where it garnered 54 percent against GMA’s 26 percent, and in Total Mindanao where it hit 51 percent against GMA’s 29 percent,” ABS-CBN said.
In contrast, GMA said it was ahead of the competition with 45.8 percent total people audience share in Mega Manila, while ABS-CBN only managed to get 30.5 percent.
“The Kapuso Network maintained a double-digit margin in Urban Luzon with an average total day people audience share of 44.2 percent versus competition’s 33.2 percent,” GMA said.
Moreover, based on data from Kantar Media, 10 ABS-CBN programs made it to the list of the most watched programs in the country, which covers urban and rural homes.
Among these shows are “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano” which retained its top position with an average national TV rating of 41 percent, followed by “Pilipinas Got Talent,” “Bagani,” “TV Patrol,” “MMK,” “Wansapanataym,” “Home Sweetie Home,” “The Good Son,” “Since I Found You,” “W,” “TWBA,” “Bandila,” “Sana Dalawa ang Puso,” “It's Showtime,” “Asintado,” “Hanggang Saan,” “A Love So Beautiful,” “Rated K,” “I Can See Your Voice” and “Gandang Gabi, Vice.”
“Half of Philippine households watching TV also remained glued to ABS-CBN’s primetime block (6 pm to 12 midnight), which recorded an average audience share of 50 percent, or 18 points higher than GMA’s 32 percent,” ABS CBN said.
“The primetime block is the most important part of the day when most Filipinos watch TV and advertisers put a larger chunk of their investment in to reach more consumers effectively,” it added.
For its part, GMA said among its programs that gained top ratings in the NUTAM are “Kapuso Mo,” Jessica Soho (KMJS), “Kambal, Karibal,” “Magpakailanman,” “Pepito Manaloto” and “24 Oras.”
Newly-launched primetime series “The Cure” immediately made it to the top 30 list joining “Sherlock Jr.,” “The One That Got Away,” “Lip Sync Battle Philippines,” “24 Oras Weekend,” “Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko,” “Eat Bulaga,” “Contessa,” “Imbestigador,” “Wowowin” and “The Stepdaughters.”
GMA said it also dominated the Urban Luzon and Mega Manila lists, claiming 20 spots out of the top 30 programs in both areas.
Kantar Media is a leading television audience measurement provider with capabilities in gathering TV viewing data in both digital and analog platforms. It is a multinational market research group that specializes in audience measurement in more than 80 countries, has 26 TV networks, ad agencies and pan-regional networks subscribing to its ratings services.
In 2017, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement increased its client pool to a total of 41 clients/subscribers consisting of 12 local TV networks including TV5, Aksyon TV, CNN Philippines, Net 25, Solar Entertainment Corporation, Viva Communications Inc., among others; five regional clients; two blocktimers; 21 agencies (18 media agencies, two consulting agencies, one digital agency); and one advertiser.
Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today, May 8, go to Justice Ines Luciano, Rep. Mike Romero, Butch Javier, Manuel Bondad, Tina Tensuan, Virgie Buenaobra, Dr. M. Avenido, Nicolo Javier, Florentino Requimta, Donna May Bundalian, Allan Cambe, Noli Agudera, Patricio Cabrera, and my New York-based son Lester M. Belen…May 9: Ara Mina, Odette Khan, Josie Cruz Natori, Venson Ang, Jorge Dagang, Linda Miranda, Nestor dela Cruz, Gracie Arizola, Linda Belarmino, Zarah Jane Miranda, Lily Lansang, Phil Kennedy, John Wayne Sace, Gian Carlos Castro and Jiro Manio…
Monday, May 7, 2018
Restored Classics on Sunday’s Best: BATANG PX
Trivia: ABS-CBN Film Restoration is continuously doing efforts on restoring quality movies from the past, including non-Star Cinema films such as from LVN and Sampaguita Pictures. Scanned in 4K and mastered in 2K.
They target to restore all Star Cinema titles to 2K by 2021*.
impossible yan kasi until MARCH 2020 yung FRANCHISE ng CHANNEL 2, may renewal naman
Sunday, May 6, 2018
Saturday, May 5, 2018
Three "It-Bros"
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| Keren Pascual |
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| Robi Domingo |
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| Sonny Dee |
Nowadays, the three "It-Bros" of doing scuba diving and being found alive, no less than Tito Keren Pascual, Papa Sonny Dee and Kuya Robi Domingo.
Aside from the PR whiz, as well the TV host-actor and the father of former Gigger Boy Enchong and sister Anj, the three of them venturing into videography.
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| Enchong Dee |
Mr. Enchong Dee doing workouts at Bodyworx Spa & Fitness Club instead of Anytime Fitness, Hemady Square and taking a van to Makati Aqua Sports Arena for a photo and video shoot.
Enchong wears Jins Airframe 376 Spider, 2009 Adidas De La Salle jacket (green), 2011 Nike exclusive De La Salle tee (white), BENCH/ OJ denim pant (black) and belt (blue) and DC Men’s AT-3 Mid Shoe, Royal Blue/Armor
He takes of his jacket, shirt, belt, pant and shoes and doing swimming.
It also wears arena AGL-1400-EMBL goggle and Half Spats D nux-f ARN-6014 DGRN
Foreign diver missing off Batangas found dead
MABINI, Batangas — The foreign tourist who went missing while scuba diving in waters off this town last Wednesday has been found dead.
Chief Inspector Randy Oliquino, local police chief, said the body of Andrew Kilbride, 49, of Nauru, was retrieved at 12:15 p.m. today by rescue divers.
Kilbride’s body was found 70 meters underwater near the vicinity of Barangay Bagalangit, this town by the search and retrieval teams of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the Maritime Police, the Philippine Navy (PN), and volunteer divers.
Oliquino said the victim, who was previously identified as an Australian, is actually from Nauru – a tiny island country in Micronesia, northeast of Australia.
Kilbride and his Irish live-in partner checked in at Aqua Venture Resort in Barangay Bagalangit last Wednesday for a trimix dive training course.
The victim set out to sea with his French dive instructor at 5:45 p.m. that day, but they got separated underwater about 200 meters away from the shoreline.
Oliquino said strong waves that afternoon might have contributed to the victim’s drowning.
It was learned that Kilbride had been staying in Pasig City for six years and operated an internet services-related business.
His remains were taken to the Funeraria Bautista in Manghinao, Bauan town, this province.
Chief Inspector Randy Oliquino, local police chief, said the body of Andrew Kilbride, 49, of Nauru, was retrieved at 12:15 p.m. today by rescue divers.
Kilbride’s body was found 70 meters underwater near the vicinity of Barangay Bagalangit, this town by the search and retrieval teams of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the Maritime Police, the Philippine Navy (PN), and volunteer divers.
Oliquino said the victim, who was previously identified as an Australian, is actually from Nauru – a tiny island country in Micronesia, northeast of Australia.
Kilbride and his Irish live-in partner checked in at Aqua Venture Resort in Barangay Bagalangit last Wednesday for a trimix dive training course.
The victim set out to sea with his French dive instructor at 5:45 p.m. that day, but they got separated underwater about 200 meters away from the shoreline.
Oliquino said strong waves that afternoon might have contributed to the victim’s drowning.
It was learned that Kilbride had been staying in Pasig City for six years and operated an internet services-related business.
His remains were taken to the Funeraria Bautista in Manghinao, Bauan town, this province.
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