Bad Attitude

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Whenever local artists have a show abroad, they are expected to be accommodating and warm to their fans. Most Filipinos living overseas value the fact that they are able to watch teleseryes, variety shows, and other programs close to home. These shows actually increase the recall of the local artists and whenever they go abroad, they cannot escape the notice of their fans.

Take the case of a romance-comedy actress (RC), who has gained fame by portraying underdog roles and clicking onscreen with one of the hottest leading men of her network. In real life, RC found a match with a hunk of their network. Sometime ago, the station organized a show in one of the cities that is heavily populated with Filipinos.

Some fans requested if they could meet the talents of the network. The mother of one of the fans wanted to meet RC in person. Their contact instructed them to go to the hotel where the stars were staying. At the lobby, the fans saw other talents who gamely posed with them for photos. The atmosphere was festive because all the performers were gracious and accommodating except for one. Right! Although RC was there, the fans noticed she was not mingling with the crowd. In fact, they all felt she was a snob and did not exert any effort to be pleasing to the fans.

The mother of the fan approached RC and politely asked if she could have a picture with her. RC just stood like a dead tree and did not even acknowledge the elderly. The fan and her mother felt that RC was irked over some matter. At any rate, the mother even thanked RC and again, RC did not bother to acknowledge. The fan then told her mother that RC had no right to act that way because she was not yet famous. The rude behavior then made the fan and her family vow never to patronize any project of RC.

Although this incident happened sometime ago, the fan and her family can still recall the shabby treatment RC gave them. Since that time, RC was able to reach the position of being a favorite talent of the network. However, it's been taking a while for her to appear on primetime as her last teleserye ended almost year ago.The longer it takes for her to appear on the evening slot, the greater is the chance that her luster will wane.

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Like or Dislike: Myrtle the Cosplayer

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Bench Open Casting Call

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Date: July 22, 2012 (Sunday)
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Fusing Function with Fashion

I am so satisfied with my new Dell laptop. Dell unveiled its ultra-portable XPS 13 laptop, the most compact 13.3-inch Ultrabook featuring an edge-to-edge glass, near “frameless” display, all-day battery life. It is so cool because I'm able to do more without fear of my laptop shutting down. Yes, a superb overall user experience.

I can say that my new Dell XPS 13's design is just beyond beautiful. I love to tinker with prettty gadgets, inspires me to work more to get more things done. And the thin and sleek size makes it very easy and convenient for me to bring it anywhere, as I am a very mobile person.

Blogging has since been a walk in the park, as Dell delivers powerful performance and screen space into a compact body, to the carbon fiber base that is lightweight and cool to the touch, with bigger screen size yet it's still the same size. Awesome.

Always up to date, it keeps my email, contacts, calendar and social networks up to date, even when my XPS 13 Ultrabook is in sleep mode. There's less hassle updating programs, because its technology' does it automatically.

With ordinary unit, the monitor turns off when it is kept idle for long. And then when you want to use it again, it takes time for the screen to re-appear. With Intel technology, the laptop 'wakes' up faster, it's never delayed

With Dell, fashion and technology are not far apart but closely interwoven. And in instances like this event, are linked like peas in a pod. What great experience!

Keeping His Confidence

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The behavior of a controversial singer turned actor (CS) could no longer escape the notice of people around him. CS is a very talented performer. He was given acting breaks initially because he is part of a popular group. When the production saw that CS could indeed act, he got more assignments. Eventually, CS was linked to several young actresses, and the press had a field day covering their relationships.

However, CS also had his share of the usual publicity, that success has gotten into his head. His defenders were there to counter that such rumors were false. Another story is that people who know CS are afraid that he might lose his voice at the rate he is indulging in a not so-good habit. Allegedly, CS always takes something before he can perform at his gigs. One time, while he was performing onstage, CS was noticed to seem to not be in control of his movements. Some viewers speculated that he might have taken too much of something that made him extra-hyper.

Is it possible that CS is under a lot of pressure for him to resort to such behavior or is he plainly living up to the stereotype of the rocker, which can eventually ruin his career?

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TV5, Its Stars and Shows - What's Ahead?

It was just two years ago when TV5 under a new and aggressive control of businessman Manny Pangilinan made a grand debut on Philippine television. What happened after the launch made a big impact on everyone in the industry - insiders, players and observers. Not to mention, the network rivals who did not see the cash giant coming. For people behind TV5 began talking to stars and their managers to offer deals that were just too hard to resist. Star piracy became a daily buzz word and order of the day. For truly, they walked the talk, and the industry was jolted like never before. TV5 projected an endless cash flow image to whoever it sees fit to engage in their network.

Stars and their managers were all agog, quick to the draw, sending feelers that they were available for a deal of a lifetime. And who wouldn't be blown away by sky-high talent fees, four to seven times bigger, laid beautifully before anyone willing to be tempted.

And so it went. Stars, both popular and has-been knocked at MVP's door, signed up and were stamped a new name - Kapatid, TV5's new catchword. Soon they were given projects, and cameras began rolling. Everyone was happy and excited. Everything was just too good to be true. TV5 produced shows for their new talents. But it ended there.

After two years, came the painful, horrifying truth: TV5 is losing money - by the billions. The reason is a dead give-away: hardly anyone is watching their shows. Rating is single digit. No audience. No advertisers. Their stars remain unpopular, and worse, those whose stars were still shining prior to the transfer have dimmed soon after. What gives?

With the exception of some: Talentadong Pinoy, Who Wants to be a Millionire, Face-to-Face, the rest of TV5 programs leave a lot to be desired. One viewer's collective assumption says it all: "Shows are stupid, mediocre, shallow, lack creativity and are devoid of quality. TV5 is banking on the idea that all Filipinos are stupid and poor."

Suddenly it dawned on everyone that it's not just the stars that guarantee network profitability. Indeed, some serious thought could have been done prior to executing major decisions. They focused on contracting has-beens at mind-boggling talent fees, but forgot to hire competent minds to run and get the shows going. That was the biggest blunder. No production can make a show succeed if it lacks the skills of brilliant and creative writers, talented directors, and all the right minds that will ensure the quality and content of the program. Otherwise, the show is doomed.

Stars have to be packaged with utmost caution and foresight, to know their professional strengths and weaknesses not just give them projects without thought and study. They should be given regular workshops to further hone and fine-tune their skills. Competition is getting harsher by the day, no one is sacred to be spared.

Rival networks like ABS-CBN and GMA invest so much in their talents and creatives. Not only are workshops done on a regular basis - both the shows and the stars - especially those from Kapamilya are aggressively marketed locally and globally. These translate to not a few endorsements and international projects for the deserving ones.

The planned buying/merging with GMA7 sounds not a brilliant idea if done for the wrong reasons. Doing it to limit and restrain the competition may not be good enough as everyone knows how globally well-placed, unstoppable and aggressive ABS-CBN can be.

What TV5 should do instead is to hire the best minds and pay them accordingly. Along with directors, it's about time that writers, these unsung heroes, are given their just dues.

What about the stars' gargantuan talent fees? I should say that anything or any work that is solely motivated by money will not bring in the best desired results. Proof? It's so close to home, no further proof is needed.

That is why their upcoming star search called Artista Academy with yet another mind-boggling twenty million-peso pot for the top prize sounds like another disaster and embarrassment waiting to happen. Nothing, certainly not the lure of that kind of money can bring out the best talent in anyone, unless talent is properly motivated, nurtured and expertly handled.

We really wish the best for TV5. Mr. Pangilinan has definitely shown to one and all how astute and great a businessman he is. May all his tv investments bear good fruits, in terms of acquiring the best talents and people in the industry.

And these people should better be sure that they deserve to be housed in that P6 billion worth of new TV5 corporate headquarters and studios soon to be completed within the year.

Peta Presents Bona starring Eugene Domingo

BONA starring Eugene Domingo and Edgar Allan Guzman!
Date: September 2, 2012 Sunday

Time: 8pm 

Venue: PETA Theatre

Ticket Prices (free seating in all areas)
1,200 - VIP
900 - Orchestra
700 - Balcony

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Not Another Clandestine Meeting at 2:00am

Additional Condiment in the Bag

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Some press people visited the location of an audition of a reality contest of a network. The production people entertained the press and offered them food and drinks. Specifically, the press people were given popcorn and drinks. The press enjoyed the treats.

After munching a lot of the snack, one of the reporters shook the bag of popcorn. When the reporter opened the bag, a dead cockroach surfaced amidst the kernels. All the while, the reporter was enjoying the bag of infested popcorn. After the incident, the reporter started to vomit, felt discomfort, and suffered from a bad tummy.

Whether the physical effects were triggered by the psychological suggestion, we will not know. The only thing for sure is that the reporter will be extra careful whenever snacks will be offered by any network. Of course, this incident is not a good way to start the publicity of the latest and grandest brainchild of the newly hired bigwigs of the network.

Nutiva Organic Chia Seed

What are Chia Seeds?

Harvested from the salvia Hispanica plant, which is a type of sage in the family of mint, chic seeds are high in Omega-3 fatty acids. It has been the staple food of the ancient Aztec and now they are commercially grown in Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Guatemala and Mexico. Recently it has become very famous and often called super food which has many dietary benefits. It helps your body to retain liquid content and electrolytes and forms a gel in your stomach. This gel slows the conversion of carbohydrates to sugar in your body. Chia seeds build tissues and muscle and have protein and boron, which are known for absorption of calcium.

They’re a good source of:

Omega 3 fatty acids - Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are essential fatty acids, meaning that you need to get from food sources because your body cannot produce them itself. Omega 3′s reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. They’re also said to help with weight reduction related to their regulation of blood sugar levels and insulin.

Plant-based protein - We all know protein is an essential macronutrient needed for many functions in the body, including muscle building.

Antioxidants - Anti-oxidants help rid our body of free radicals, which have been linked to cancer and heart disease.

Fiber – Helps with weight loss by keeping you feeling full, prevents constipation and enhances regularity.

Magnesium and Potassium – Two minerals needed for good health

Chia seeds can be eaten in fresh forms which are the excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids and fibre which help in your digestion, known as dietary fibre. Chia seeds have more Omega-3 than Atlantic salmon, more anti-oxidants than fresh blueberries, more fibre than bran flakes, more calcium than two percent milk and more protein, more fibre and more calcium than flax seed. Fresh Chia seeds can be grounded and the grounded Chia can be eaten with porridge. If you soak Chia seeds in water or fruit juice, you can get to taste a tasty liquid which is known as Chia fresca in Mexico. Chia seeds can be used to make into gel which can be a good substitute for oil and fats in your food. This gel can also be added to jellies, baked foods and sauces.

The Chia seeds are easily digestible and have a high water absorbing capability. You do not have to grind the seeds or use as a powder form. You need to soak the seeds in water for around 15 minutes which will result in a gel like substance. You can mix milk or fruit juice if you wish to change the taste.

The researches have proved that the Chia seeds are a good diet for the athletes because of their high hydrophilic nature. The seeds can absorb approximately eight times of water than its normal weight. Intake of seeds mixed with pure water helps the body to hydrate even in the toughest situations. The scientists strongly believe that the seeds are good for the diabetic patients as it slows down the combustion of carbohydrate calories to glucose. A regular intake of it can minimise the blood sugar level in our body.

It is not necessary that every on who is suffering from Diabetics will definitely know about the Chia seeds just because it is the best herbal option to control the blood sugar. The Chia seeds contain a high amount of Omega-3 Fatty Acid which is a very essential for our body. Our body can not manufacture it hence it needs to be obtained from external food. The acid is essential for the proper function of the brain and its development. The three kinds of Omega 3 acids which are alpha-Linolenic Acid, Docosahexaenoic acid and the Eicosapentaenoic acid helps the human body to reduce the blood pressure and the heart related diseases.

The high protein and lipid contents in the Chia seeds are also one of the many reasons why the seed is helpful for the diabetic patients. The seeds are a species of the mint family and are widely grown in the Central Valley of Mexico. The seeds were an integral part of the Aztec and Maya civilization. They used the seeds as the offering to their gods and used to have that in their religious ceremonies.

During the last couple few years the scientists were doing researches on the utilities of the seeds and were tiring to find out the importance of it. The extensive researches have revealed the true picture of the seed. The seed is very effective for the diabetic people as is controls the blood sugar levels in our body. Recently all the doctors are prescribing the Chia seeds and its by-products for the diabetic patients all over the world.

If you are suffering from high sugar level in your blood then you might go for the Chia seeds diets with your regular exercises and proper medications. You can do your part of research in the internet and learn more about the importance of the Chia seeds

Chia seeds are high on fiber and this makes you feel easily full thus cutting down on your cravings and binging. We all aware that binging is rampant among the obese and the only way how one can cut down on the same is by eating fibrous food. The high fiber content of Chia seeds makes it the perfect natural food to be consumed to make one feel full. The energy released due to the digestion of Chia seeds ensures that yo0uare filled with energy throughout the day with slow release of energy. The Chia seed fiber is easily digestible and one can eat that by sprinkling a little on salads or other foods. One can consume them with other foods without changing the taste of the food because Chia seeds are crunchy tasteless seeds. Get your regular does of Chia seeds and see the difference it makes to your appetite and health. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keeps for two or more years.

Loftiness of the Actor

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What’s with the attitude of this upcoming performer (UP)? After his career was boosted by the surprising reception of fans of his series, it seems UP has developed an attitude that is making the press shun him. When he was starting out, he was said to be charming and endearing to his fellow workers. UP was also a refreshing face that broke the monotony of the half-Western mestizos of his network. He had an appeal that worked well with the followers who were fanatical over Asian looks. He also found a role in the career and love life of a more famous talent of the network. For now, UP is gaining more attention because of her.

Meanwhile, the negative publicities started to emerge. UP was labelled a user, bad host, arrogant, etc. Of course, the “bad stories” were signs that showed UP was about to have a good career. He was finally being noticed and had the opportunity to gain publicity by answering those issues. As the cliché goes, good or bad publicity is still publicity. In this country, publicity is important to drum up interest in the career of starting performers.

However, UP seems to be mishandling this situation thus making him unpopular with the press. Instead of gaining the sympathy from them, UP is slowly getting them out of his way. In a press event for an endorsement, the press got irked by his arrogance. While the media rushed to interview him, UP kept pointing to his handler for the reporters to get permission first. Even his station got the same treatment. The crew had already set up and asked him if they could ask even just three questions. UP did not budge and remained still. To their dismay, some press people could not help but lament how the bigger stars devote time to meet the press. Well, if no one bothers to check this UP's attitude this early, chances are all his efforts to get to where he is now will just go down the drain.  Remember that his movie even after the success of his teleseryes did not earn as much as the production had expected.

Hope it's not yet late for UP to mend his ways. As one talent manager once said: Fame is toxic. It can turn an upstart into a monster in 6 months.

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Inspiration or Imitation: Prabal Gurung vs. Noel Crisostomo

Prabal Gurung Spring-Summer 2012

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Noel Crisostomo

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The Paradoxical Response of the Actress

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Sometime ago, the parents of a cancer victim contacted the camp of outspoken actress (OA) and requested if OA could possibly grant the wish of their child to see her. The sick child idolizes OA and loves her portrayals of her fantasy and non-fantasy roles. There was no problem because OA has been vocal that it gives her joy when her simple presence can make other people, especially the children, happy. OA's manager agreed to the plan. The reporters of the network were also requested to cover OA's visit to the hospital. After all, her visit would make a good story because she needs all the good news to balance the negative stories about her.

Everything was then set for an afternoon visit. The child, the family, and the hospital eagerly waited for OA's arrival. But a few hours prior to the visit, the newsroom of the network told OA's camp that no one from their team could cover the visit. The network had dispatched all its field/camera personnel to cover the wake of the comedy king. The reporters were all engaged in making their stories as tributes to the king as well. In other words, everyone was busy and no one can go with OA to feature her outreach.

To everyone's  surprise, OA cancelled her appointment with the child. She said that she will just visit the following week. By that time, the reporters would already be available, she reasoned out. Some say, that although OA might be sincere with helping people, one cannot help but wonder why the absence of the press made her change her plans at the last minute. Perhaps, OA can truly be admired for helping others if she imbibes what the legendary stars have done in the past. Most of the big name stars were respected and admired regardless of their indiscretions because when they extended help, they did so quietly, all in the absence of fanfare.

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Like or Dislike: Iza Calzado for Rogue

Another Cancellation?

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From offering huge paychecks and pirating talents from the entertainment and news departments, to coming up with reinvented shows, those are the issues that continue to hound this network. When the alleged amounts of contracts started to leak out, people wondered how the new network could pay up and remain liquid in times of the country’s not so good economic standing. Part of the doubt had something to do with the fortified measures taken by the other two networks as well. Network A firmed up its dominance of primetime by coming up with no nonsense stories in their original teleseryes. Network B beefed up its daytime and news programming. The new network, although having the staff and the talents, could not really get close to the two networks. In fairness to the station, some of its shows have better concepts than some shows of the other networks. Still, advertisers, other than the homegrown consumer goods, were not enough. (Could it have something to do with its free yet bad TV signal, which has limited its viewership?).

Consequently, rumors of axing shows oozed from the network. Quickly, the network and its talents, who were allegedly bound to be affected, allayed fears and insisted no such moves would happen. Then, controversies came up that eventually led to suspensions and resignations. The reaction to the axing issues generated interest but it was not sustained. Lately, another issue has leaked out. Allegedly, the public affairs department of the station is due to be shut down. Gone were those days when the network was generous with the staff, as they are now feeling the scrimping and cost-cutting here and there. Some were heard to have regretted leaving their former network. Nonetheless, this alleged shut down could also be a way to strengthen the network’s other station (where its top-rating show that probes on legal issues was transferred last month). It was done so that the flagship network can concentrate on its entertainment programming. All told, are these things all forthcoming or will the network,as in the past, issue a quick denial again?

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Like or Dislike: Solenn Heussaff's Outfit During the Preview Event

Like or Dislike: Alyanna Martinez's Outfit During the Mega Event

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Spotted: Annabelle Rama at the Wake of Dolphy Yelling at Chito Alcid

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Much of a Team Player

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Having found a new mode of fame, this transformed personality (TP) has not been spared from being taken advantage of by some players in his new field. TP was known to live a life of leisure as he has made more money compared to even the richest in the country. In fact, TP has made it to the list of the wealthy consistently for the past several years. Before his big transformation came into being, TP gave away money as easily as he changed hats (he used to wear those hats similar to what gangsters wore in Hollywood movies). He bought whatever he fancied, whether it were a car, a new home, or a building. His old entourage made sure he had women around. With women, came the booze and gambling. Indeed, he partied with wild abandon. He did not seem to care for money because his profession allowed him to be spoiled and pampered materially.

Finally, the wife had enough and threatened to leave him and bring along their kids. TP grew up with a very strict mother who raised him and his siblings single-handedly  when his father abandoned them at an early age. The threat from his wife jolted him. TP soon realized that his family mattered most. Soon, with his wife's support together with other religious personalities, TP had a major conversion. The most drastic change happened when the old entourage was banned from his home. TP then gave away his old possessions, everything that was connected to his old, despised lifestyle. He and his family began reading the Bible and found justification in the Word of God. Within a few weeks, TP became a changed man and lived it. Suddenly, he started to preach and testify to people about his transformation . While TP found his inner peace, he was not spared from those who want to dip their fingers into his pie.

In one gathering, a religious personality commented on the awful sound system. In a few minutes, TP signed a check for the purchase of a new sound system for their fellowship services. Then, another head of a church admired TP's nice car. The next day, a car was given to the pastor courtesy of TP. Still, another one lamented the need for a bigger venue for their gathering. So, TP donated a piece of land and the construction of the bigger venue. Of course, this kind of generosity (or abuse) did not escape his alert and eagle-eyed wife.

Although TP had been transformed in more ways than one, it seemed that the people around him have not seen him beyond being an ATM or cash machine. TP is trapped in a difficult situation where he could not afford  to ignore financial requests from his organization. Otherwise, he will be in a quandary where he can be subject to criticism for not being a "happy giver," a most-abused term often used by some of those running a similar organization. At this point in his life, apart from his family, TP takes his spiritual life very seriously. And anything that merits acceptance to a religious organization that he believes in is of paramount importance. This is quite a touchy situation to be in. Makes one think - when TP is stripped off his material wealth, will the people in the organization still treat him accordingly?

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Her Wish Should be Granted

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When it was reported that a versatile performer (VP) was enamoured with the attention given to her by a young hunk (YH), people immediately branded it as another gimmick concocted by their network. After all, it seemed to be an impossible partnership because her conservative family closely guarded VP, while YH had a playboy image. However, their first movie as love team showed that they had chemistry, and fans hoped they would become an item in real life. VP's was complacent because it was clear from  the very start, that the scenario was really just make believe. Having the element of love would keep people interested in VP, and YH needed a change of image after his break up.

The tandem of VP and YH brought in another movie and a third movie was already being drawn. What people did not know was that both had began to fall in love for real. Sensing something was not going on as planned, VP's camp declined the third movie. This decision affected VP because she was also banned from seeing YH. To make matters worse, YH was no longer allowed to visit her even if he asked permission. VP had to air out her feelings to friends, who encouraged her to do what was right. VP continued the open relationship she shared with YH.

The shock came when VP did something in a public event where her family was present. VP expressed her desire to be given the gifts of freedom and love. This revelation was allegedly not part of the script, which also infuriated a member of VP’s family. The audience, however, sensed it was about the feelings VP had for YH, who was also present to watch her perform.

The other day, VP and YH were seen in a private event, where YH was part of the entourage. Was VP finally showing signs of defiance? Did she join YH without telling her family or did her family finally grant the wishes she had long desired? At almost a quarter of a century old, isn’t it about time for VP to grow up and to be allowed to live the life that she wants? What do you think, readers?

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What Happened to the Abs of Jake Cuenca?

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Keep Her Behavior in Check

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Sometime ago, diminutive actress (DA) gifted the hottest actor (HA) from the rival network with an expensive accessory (FP sources said it was an Hermes belt.) The people who saw the gift wondered why DA would splurge a huge amount on HA. First, apart from the fact that they are from rival networks, DA and HA have never worked together on a project. Second, both do not really have chemistry in terms of their career image. Third, there was no special occasion/event for the gift.

Apparently, DA is quite smitten with HA and in this instance, she does not hesitate to show how much she likes him. Unfortunately, HA seems not interested. After all, he belongs under the supervision of a very influential executive, who can very well give him more than a dozen Hermes belts. Given the denying record of DA, people will not be surprised if she refutes the veracity of this story. Besides, her network might not like the idea of their star giving gifts to a fellow star from the other network. And even in these modern times, people still frown when girls make the first move. (As an aside, someone actually created a page in Facebook for DA and HA.)

Shortly after this story came out, press releases say that DA is now eyeing a model actor from her network. Is this a way to fan out the flame caused by DA’s gift-giving?

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Inspiration or Imitation: Givenchy vs. Charina Sarte

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Thank you, Dolphy.

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Rodolfo Vera Quizon brought life and laughter to several generations for sixty long and fun-filled years. We all grew up with the man who has remained humble and fun to his final dying days.

He was 83, would have been 84 had he made it to his birthday on July 25. He had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and died from cardiac arrest at 8:34pm last night at Makati Medical Center.

He danced, he sang, he acted to our hearts' content. Our parents and grandparents had only good things to say of the man who entertained and made them laugh when internet, twitter and facebook were not even in anyone's consciousness.

We grew up knowing John Puruntong, the generation after me will remember him as Kevin Cosme. He lived through 10 Philippine Presidents from Quirino to PNoy. All had nothing but only good words for the King of Comedy.

Sixty years of non-stop entertaining is a tough act to follow for the man who was at the top of his game, yet remained humble and real till the very end.

Behind the camera, he helped people quietly, without fanfare. He gave till it hurt. He was loved. To people whose lives he had touched, Dolphy was a friend, a father, an angel.

Thank you for the memories. There's nothing we can offer but prayers that you find peace in the after life. You will be greatly missed, that's for sure. Millions will cry. But your legacy will stand out. Forever it will only be... DOLPHY.

Mother versus Manager

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Sometime ago, a talent manager (TM) sent word to the management of a network regarding the frequent visits of a young actress (YA) to the pad of his ward, a versatile actor (VA). It seemed that TM got worried because YA would drop by the unit at wee hours of the morning or would spend the night with VA in his locked room. At other times, they would go to gimmicks.TM was concerned because the practice was affecting the career of VA. He had tapings in the mornings and TM did not want VA to appear tired or haggard when he did his big scenes. The other side of this story was that TM could not directly confront YA that she was already disturbing VA and the risk was high that he might get her pregnant.

When the mother of YA (MY) got wind of the request, she took it calmly and said she was fine with the behavior of her daughter. However, when MY and TM found themselves together in an event, MY gave TM a piece of her mind in the presence of other managers. First, she said there was nothing wrong because YA and VA were both single. Therefore, there was no need for that information to be sent to the network. Second, as a mother she trusted that her daughter would not engage in scandalous behavior, and that no one had the right to tell her what to do with her daughter. (Looking back, YA did not grow up with MY because she left YA to a family member when she was little. MY went abroad to work, where she found love. However, when she had enough of her stint abroad, MY came home and made up for the lost times with her daughter.)

TM kept calm and simply allowed MY to rant. However, the last line of MY almost infuriated him. MY said that perhaps the reason why TM approached the management was that he had another agenda with VA. The reason for such a statement was that VA actually lived in the same pad where TM also stayed. As a talent manager, he allowed VA to stay with him until VA was ready to have his own place.

The latest is that YA and VA have gone separate ways. YA already found a new love in the same network where VA works. VA has earned praises for his characterizations of the diverse roles he played in movies and teleseryes. Meanwhile, MY is enjoying a resurgence of her career and showing to the public she can be a very good actress regardless of the genre. As for TM, he still handles the careers of the most good-looking and talented set of actors.

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She's No Heartbreaker

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When this model turned comedienne (MC) was starting out, she was immediately noticed because of her slender figure and captivating smile. She stood out among the other contestants in the show that discovered her. Unfortunately, MC was not given enough breaks in her network so she moved to another network. MC, however, kept close ties with her friends in her first network.

MC developed a friendship with another talent (AT) who was later declared as one of the big winners in a reality show. MC and AT were together for a time but AT kept quiet because both of them wanted to protect MC's image. And so, they both denied they were in a relationship. However, this strategy backfired because MC was pictured as the “bad girl” in a number of showbiz relationship break-ups. For example, MC was pinpointed as the reason why young star and her hunky boyfriend broke up. She was also blamed for ending the relationship of AT with his non-showbiz girlfriend. Even MC was linked to another hunk actor who is going steady with the queen of his network.

MC was seen with AT at his home province, and she had met his family. They even travelled together out of the country. AT was very supportive when MC was bestowed an honor given to someone endowed with over-all fitness and physical looks. The surprise came when the press leaked information that AT was courting a young actress (YA) of his network, while MC was dating a non-showbiz athlete. Earlier, MC, AT, and YA developed a close friendship and they followed each other over twitter. Late last year, someone overheard a significant person in MC’s life saying that MC and AT have indeed broken up, and that MC has unfollowed YA on twitter. This strange turn of events actually places YA as the “reason” why MC and AT broke up. Hence, MC is not a heartbreaker after all, as it was she whose heart got broken.

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Roderick Paulate Suspended over 'Ghost Employees'

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MANILA, Philippines - Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales has ordered the preventive suspension of actor and Quezon City councilor Roderick Paulate in connection with raps filed against him and three others for supposedly hiring ghost employees.

Paulate, councilor Francisco Calalay, Jr., and liaison officers Flordeliza Alvarez and Vicente Bajamunde are facing charges of Serious Dishonesty, Gross Neglect of Duty, Grave Misconduct, Falsification of Official Documents, and Conduct Grossly Prejudicial to the Best Interest of Service.

Morales found sufficient grounds to suspend them for six months without pay.

The 11-page order dated July 5, 2012 states that “strong evidence of guilt on the part of the respondents… the indorsement of these contractual employees to the Legislative Department and their attestation that these employees rendered services, tend to show that they knowingly or willfully used their positions in placing under the employ of the local government of Quezon City."

The Field Investigation Office noted that the National Statistics Office (NSO) and theNational Bureau of Investigation (NBI) have no records of birth or records or clearances, respectively, of a number of these contractual persons.

The investigation was hinged on the complaint filed by Jimmy Lee Davis, a “QC insider”.

The ghost employees supposedly received monthly wages ranging from P2,500 to P5,000.

For the period January to November 2010, Calalay allegedly maintained a total of 29 ghost employees, while Paulate maintained 30 for the period July 2010 to November 2010.

Calalay supposedly disbursed a total of P2,175,000 while Paulate disbursed P1,125,000.

Source: ABS-CBNnews.com