Artista march 2017 issue by Ley Navarro

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Kris Aquino reveals air date of her new TV project

fter her brief hiatus from TV, Kris Aquino gave some hints on her Instagram that she’s finally making a comeback. She shared photos from her new travel show “Trip Ni Kris” and used the hashtag “#March262017” that seems to be the program’s airing date. The Queen of All Media didn’t reveal which network her new project will be launching. “I’m nervous for this new project, new journey, new team to work with, new places to explore – but I’m prepared because my new steps are being taken wearing beautiful shoes,” she wrote. So far, Kris has visited Cabanatuan City and Minalungao National Park in Nueva Ecija. “I missed this work, I missed meeting new people, and learning about their lives – most of all I missed the smiles that greeted me every time I was taping on location... My months away from TV work taught me to truly be grateful for today and thank God and thank all of you for the blessing of living and loving my life.”

Why Sarah took a break from ‘The Voice’ - and why she’s back

ANILA – After announcing her return to “The Voice of the Philippines” return as a mentor via the show’s first teen edition, Sarah Geronimo is looking forward to bringing her A game in searching for the most deserving talented teenager. In an interview with ABS-CBN News’ MJ Felipe, Geronimo admitted that she took a break from the talent show after none from her team made it to the finals during the second season of “The Voice Kids.” “Pressure po talaga. Kailangan ko mag-break. Siyempre meron din effect ‘yon. Magpapakaimpokrito naman po ako kung [sasabihin kong] walang effect ‘yon sa akin. Medyo tumama din ‘yon sa akin,” she said. After resting for one season, Geronimo decided to come back and be more discerning of how things can turn out in a competition. “We all want to win, as coaches.

own way. May iba’t ibang galing at talent ang bawat tao,” she said. Aside from Geronimo, “The

Voice Teens” will also have Lea Salonga, Bamboo Mañalac and Sharon Cuneta in its panel of coaches.

Pero ‘yong realidad, hindi all the time mananalo ka. Matatalo at matatalo ka. [But] this is not about me. This is for the artist, for the teens,” she said. Asked of her game plan, Geronimo said: “Bumabalik at bumabalik doon sa buong puso na maibahagi kung ano ang nalalaman ko sa pagkanta at pag-perform. Ito ay privilege na maging bahagi ng journey ng mga kabataan na ito.” Coming into the competition, Geronimo hopes to find someone with a new sound with a touch of what she has been constantly looking for in an artist. “Baka combination kasi ganun tayong mga Pinoy, hindi mawawala talaga ‘yung birit-birit. Pero ako, gusto ko makahanap talaga ng may originality, ‘yung hindi takot maging iba,” she said. Will she actively look for one who could be the “new Sarah”? “Hindi ako naniniwala sa ganun. Kasi everybody is unique in their ARTISTA WINNIPEG MARCH 2017 ISSUE

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GMA Network brightens up Sunday nights with Full House Tonight

unday nights are bound to get outrageously and hilariously better as GMA Network launches its newest comedy-musical show, Full House Tonight, top billed by no other than Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid. Regine said she is ecstatic to be hosting a comedy-musical show, but more so on performing and singing on the small screen again. “I’m of course very excited and very thankful that GMA has given me this kind of show kasi medyo na miss ko na yung variety show. At least dito kumakanta ako ulit, hindi lang yun, nagco-comedy rin, tsaka binibigyan din naman ako ng freedom to choose the songs,” [I’m of course very excited and very thankful that GMA has given me this kind of show because I’ve missed doing variety shows. In this show, I would get to sing again and do comedy as well. I also appreciate that they give me freedom to choose the songs] the multi-awarded artist happily shared. This spectacle features a twist on the usual comedy show with on stage musical performances from various guests, riotous stand-up comedy,

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improvisation (improv), parodies, and sketches inside and outside the studio that will surely give its Kapuso viewers a different kind of entertainment experience. “It’s actually harder to make people laugh than to make them cry, so medyo may kaba kaming lahat pero it’s mostly exciting for all of us [It’s actually harder to make people laugh than to make them cry, so we’re a bit nervous but it’s mostly exciting for all of us],” Regine adds. “But I’m sure the viewers will love it and have fun watching every episode.” Adding flavor to the program are Kapuso stars Solenn Heussaff and teen

idols Bianca Umali and Miguel Tanfelix, together with versatile artist Joross Gamboa. Comedians Philip Lazaro, Kim Idol, Terry Gian, Sarah Brakensiek, Tammy Brown, and Nar Cabico will also spice up the show with their comical flairs. Under the direction of Louie Ignacio, cap off every Sunday night with quality music, comedy, and all-around entertainment with Full House Tonight on GMA’s flagship international channel GMA Pinoy TV. Get the latest updates about Full House Tonight from the official website of GMA Network www.gmanetwork. com and the official Facebook page www.facebook.com/GMANetwork.

Gerald holds fun run to celebrate birthday

ANILA – Gerald Anderson is turned 28 on March 7 and what better way to celebrate it than by holding a run, an activity which he is very much into lately. The event also served as his sendoff before he flies to the United States to participate in the Los Angeles Marathon. “To be sponsored and to have something like this, it will inspire other people. Sabi ko nga, when you reach a certain level of success, the only way you can give back is to send a ladder down for other people. ‘Yun ang pinaka-

magandang paraan,” he told ABSCBN News. Anderson said this kind of event also helps him prepare for his marathon. Asked how he feels now that it’s only a few weeks before his biggest race, Anderson said: “I’m very nervous but motivated din and inspired kasi, you know, you have to surround yourself with people who also motivate you and also bring you to another level.” Anderson is also the lead star of the upcoming ABS-CBN series “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin” where he plays a triathlete.

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Celebrity Achievements na Nakaka-bilib!

TVJ

The TVJ trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey De Leon stood the test of time, being the pioneers of the longest-running noontime variety show ‘Eat Bulaga’ which started in 1979.

AlDub

The popular AlDub tandem created milestones for Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza for being the first showbiz personalities on the cover of BizNews Asia and for breaking the world Twitter record for the successful ‘Sa Tamang Panahon’ benefit event of ‘Eat Bulaga.’

Manny Pacquiao

Pambansang Kamao Manny Pacquaio is the first and only eight-division world Lea Salonga Lea Salonga was the first to portray the characchampion in Boxing. ter of Kim in the West End musical ‘Miss Saigon,’ which also made her the first actress of Asian descent to win a Tony Award. She was also the first Asian to play the roles of Eponine and Fantine in the musical ‘Les Miserables’ on Broadway.

Jaclyn Jose

Jaclyn Jose made history for being the first Filipina to win Best Actress at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.

Eugene Domingo

Shamcey Supsup

Megan Young

Megan Young is the first ever Filipina to win the coveted title and crown of Miss World since its inception in 1951.

Actress-host Eugene Domingo holds the record of being the first lead actress in Philippine cinema to star in the most films in a year. In 2010, she starred in six films which included GMA Films’ ‘Working Girls,’ and worked with eight Filipino production companies.

Miss Universe Philippines 2011 Shamcey Supsup got the beauty and brains. Aside from winning as Miss Universe 3rd Runnerup, the Magna Cum laude from the University of the Philippines topped the Architecture Licensure Exam in 2010. Take a look at her room when she reviewed for the exam!

Kobe Paras

Miss Universe

The Philippines reign in the world, the universe rather, thanks to beauty queen-celebrities Gloria Diaz (1969), Margie Moran (1973) and Pia Wurtzbach (2015) who put an end to our 42-year Miss Universe drought.

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Trixie Maristela

After finishing as 1st Runner-up in the Super Sireyna Worldwide segment of ‘Eat Bulaga,’ Trixie Maristela was crowned Miss International Queen, the world’s largest and most prestigious transgender beauty pageant.

Kobe Paras makes a name distinct from his dad Benjie Paras, becoming a 2-time champion of the FIBA 3x3 Under-18 Slam Dunk World Championships in 2014 and 2015. He has also played for the Philippine Team at the 2013 South East Asian Basketball Association Under-16. He currently studies and plays for the University of California, Los Angeles Bruins which includes NBA players Trevor Ariza, Arron Afflalo and Kevin Love among its alumni.

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Boy: Saranggola ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Ang ganda mo kasi sa malayo eh!

Girl: ha? bakit? Boy: Because you take my breath away.. Girlfriend: Maghiwalay nalang tayo!! Boyfriend: OK lang babalikan ko nlng yung EX ko.. Girlfriend: ABA!! ANG KAPAL MO TALAGA!! WERE OFFICIALLY BREAK!!! KINABUKASAN... Boyfriend: I still love you.. Girlfriend: Di ba break na tayo?! Babalikan mo pa nga EX mo dba?! Boyfriend: Eto na nga.. Binabalikan na ulit kita..

Boy: Multo ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Kase pag nakikita kita bumibilis tibok ng puso ko! Boy: para kang BATO! Girl: Bakit? Boy: kase you ROCK MY WORLD! Boy: Ampalaya ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: kase kahit anung pait mo skn! ikaw ang sustansya ng puso ko! Boy: si PICKACHU ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: nakukuryente kasi ako pag andyan ka! Boy: Kumain ka ba ng asukal? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Ang tamis kasi ng NGITI MO eh! Boy: I’m a bee! Girl: Bakit? Boy: Can you bee my honey? Boy: Crayola ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Ikaw kasi ang bibigay kulay sa mundo ko! Boy: EDSA ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: di kasi ako maka move on! Boy: bangin ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: nahulog kasi ako sayo! Boy: Centrum ka ba?

Girl: Bakit? Boy: you COMPLETE me! Boy: Kaano ano mo ba si JUAN? Girl: Bakit? Boy: kase.. your my number JUAN!

Girl: Bakit? Boy: nakikita ko kasi sarili ko sa loob!

Sa isang restaurant..

Boy: ako si JUAN TAMAD! Girl: Bakit? Boy: kasi hihintayin kitang mahulog sa akin! Boy: Limang Piso ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Sakto ka kasi sa akin! Boy: lage ka umiinom ng Yakult noh? Girl: Bakit? Boy: coz your everyday OK! Boy: SM ka ba? Girl: Bakit? Boy: kase you got it all!…

Boy: lakas mo sa hangin talaga! Girl: Bakit? Boy: you take my breath away kasi!

Girl: Sir may I take you’re order? Boy: Sure. Bukod sayo, ano pa ang masarap dito?

Boy: sabi na may salamin yung PUSO mo eh!

Boy: ang kapal ng muka mo! Girl: Bakit? Boy: pasok ka ng pasok dito sa PUSO ko!

Boy: Minamalat na naman ang puso ko.. Girl: Bakit? Boy: Paano kasi, laging sinisigaw ang pangalan mo.

Boy: Bakit mo ako sinagot agad? Girl: Ang ligawan kasi hindi na pinapatagal. Boy: Eh, ano dapat ang pinapatagal? Girl: Ang relasyon.

Boy: Ikaw ba may-ari ng Crayola?? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Ikaw kasi nagbibigay ng kulay sa buhay ko..

Boy: Miss, bakante ba? (referring to the chair..) Girl: yup. Boy: buti naman, wala pang laman ang puso mo, sana’y mapunuan ko ito.. Boy: *ubo* *ubo* naninikip dibdib ko... ang hirap huminga... Girl: ano nangyayari sa yo? Boy: hinika kasi ako mula ng makasama kita!

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Boyfriend: Para kang Pato Girlfriend: Bakit naman? Boyfriend: Kasi ako yung Bebe mo.

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Boy: Exam ka ba?? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Gustong gusto na kasi kitang i-take home eh!! Boy: Pinaglihi ka ba sa keyboard?? Girl: Bakit? Boy: Kasi type kita.. Boy: Ibibili kita ng salbabida.. Girl: Bakit? Boy:Kasi malulunod ka sa pagmamahal ko..

Kris Bernal renews her exclusive contract with GMA Network

ulti-talented actress Kris Bernal remains a loyal Kapuso as she renewed last March 7 her exclusive contract with GMA Network, Inc. Kris, one of the Network’s top leading ladies, was discovered in the fourth season of the reality-based artista search Starstruck. After almost ten years of being a Kapuso, Kris has been blessed with numerous projects that showcased her versatility and talent and the Network is proud to have her as one of its home-grown artists. She feels grateful for her strong relationship with GMA through the years, “Eto yung gusto ng puso ko, kung saan ako kumportable, where I feel complete, where I’m satisfied and contented. I’m very thankful na nandito pa rin ako at binigyan ulit ako ng chance.” Present in the contract-signing were GMA Films President Annette M. Gozon, GMA Senior Vice President for Entertainment Lilybeth G. Rasonable, GMA Artist Center Assistant Vice President and Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Unit Simoun Ferrer, and GMAAC Talent Manager Tracy Garcia. After her commendable portrayal of a woman with learning disability in Lit-

tle Nanay, GMA once again entrusted Kris with another challenging project as she topbills the remake of the successful TV series Impostora where she will play a dual character. “Masaya ako dahil ang gandaganda ng project na binigay nila sa akin, yung Impostora. Dito talaga ako mahahasa, at mag-go-grow. Ito na siguro yung pinakachallenging character para sa akin. Sobrang hirap din nung sa Little Nanay pero at least dun, isa lang ang role ko. Eto kasi sa Im-

postora, pabago-bago ako, hindi lang sa acting, sa pananamit din, may prosthetics pa ako and iba’t-ibang makeup at look.” Meanwhile, Rasonable has nothing but good words for Kris and she is pleased that Kris continues to affirm her loyalty to GMA, “Kris started out with our Network, and we’re happy all the time kapag ang ating mga naumpisahang artista na nag-grow with us, dinevelop natin, ay patuloy na nananatili dito sa Network. Ito ang kanilang tahanan, and we’re happy that they continue to be with us.” The GMA executive further reveals that Kris’ upcoming project will hone her more as a dramatic actress, “She’s doing a soap now. This is going to be a very challenging soap for her kasi she’s playing

two starkly different characters so talagang it will be an acting challenge for her. So far, we’ve seen the rushes and she’s doing excellently.”

GMAAC Talent Manager Tracy Garcia, GMA SVP for ETV Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Kris Bernal, GMA Films President Annette M. Gozon, GMA Artist Center AVP and Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Unit.

Dingdong Dantes to host GMA Network’s crime documentary drama Case Solved...

The show aims to deliver awareness and public information to the viewers in order to prevent crime.

ase Solved features sensational and controversial real-life cases ranging from non-aggressive to violent circumstances derived from Philippines’ Supreme Court Reports Annotated (SCRA) handled by the country’s National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), Philippine National Police (PNP), International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol), judicial agencies like the Department of Justice (DOJ), Supreme Court and Bureau of Corrections. More than presenting how the crime is committed, it further explains how the crime is solved. Hosted by none other than Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes, this program presents solved cases that will empower and educate the viewers in predicting the probability of a crime before it occurs. An advocate of justice and

peace, Dingdong is equally excited to host this show which can help educate the viewers in crime prevention. “I like the concept of the show because it’s always good to have concrete stories as example. Also, it shows a positive ending wherein we show the problem’s resolution. The combination of all these things inspires me. With this, I want to share this with all the viewers. I want them to see a story of triumph because we like seeing problems being solved,” said the Kapuso star. Proudly presented by GMA Entertainment TV, Case Solved premieres worldwide on February 25 and airs every Saturday on GMA’s flagship international channel, GMA Pinoy TV. Get the latest updates about Case Solved from the GMA Network website www.GMANetwork.com. ARTISTA WINNIPEG MARCH 2017 ISSUE

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Arci Muñoz comments on Ellen Adarna and Baste Duterte’s split

by: Joan Leary

rci Muñoz wasn’t really shocked when she heard of Ellen Adarna’s relationship with Sebastian “Baste” Duterte.

out that Ellen allegedly agreed to have a relationship with Baste even if he’s still in a relationship with his non-showbiz girlfriend

“Noong lumalabas pa lang sila . . . ay alam ko na na doon mapupunta ‘to,” she said during the press conference for her new show I Can Do That. “Parang lalaking version ni Ellen si Baste so akala ko magki-click sila,” she continued. Ellen revealed earlier this year that they have already called quits. After the revelation, stories came

Kate Necessario, whom he has a child with. “Hay nako! Ewan ko ba! Ayaw ko na kausap si Baste, sasabunutan ko ‘yun. ‘Di ba, (pinagsabay niya si Ellen and Kate)? Ano ba? Hello? Bilang gentleman . . . Tsong naman,” Ellen said in one interview.

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Everything You Need To Look Your Best

Already Winnipeg’s largest bridal boutique, LA Collection is attracting customers from across the country and is proud to have been voted the top Bridal salon in Western Canada. LA Collection’s upscale boutique at 1365 Portage Avenue has the province’s widest selection of wedding gowns, bridesmaid, graduation, evening, and formal wear, and with over 45 designers — including five exclusive only to them — it’s a one-stop-shop for your special event. “We can dress you from head to toe here at LA Collection,” says LA Collection’s office assistant and bridal consultant, Tanys Garrioch. “And it doesn’t stop at your dress — we sell shoes, veils, earrings, necklaces, hair pieces and more — we have everything you need to look your best.” With 17 years of experience, LA Collection knows how to treat brides-to-be right. The 8,400 sq-ft. boutique has a full service bridal salon that includes a VIB room (that stands for Very Important Bride, of course), which gives brides and their entourages a personal and private shopping experience. LA Collection has over 2,500 styles in stock, and with wedding gowns ranging in price from $300 to $5,000

they’ve got the perfect gown for every bride and every budget. They also offer a well-trained and professional sales staff of up to 15 ready to help even during peak busy times, and onsite alterations to make sure your dream dress is a perfect fit. “We really do it all, and our customers aren’t shy about letting us and their friends know,” says Garrioch, noting the shop has 122 people talking about them on Google with a rating of 4.3 stars and 155 Facebook reviews with a rating 4.4 stars on the social media site. “Our goal is always to make sure every one of our customers leave completely satisfied with their LA Collection experience.” LA collection is also the number one stop for anyone shopping for a prom dress, thanks to a special policy that ensures the graduation dress of choice cannot be purchased again by someone at the same school. They also won the 2014, 2015, & 2016 top choice award for Top Bridal Boutique and also the Consumer Choice Award in 2016. Go to lacollection.ca or visit their Facebook: LA Collection Bridal for more information and to see pictures of LA Collection’s gorgeous salon.

of Sunset Bay Estates is its brand new Municipal Low Pressure Sewer System. This state of the art system was put in by the RM of St. Clements to reduce pollution and protect Lake Winnipeg. It has the added benefit of making the development uniquely suited to year-round residents. While some owners are strictly summer cottage goers, the development is seeing more and more year-round homes with residents living full time, or Snow Birds

staying in their Sunset Bay homes for three seasons. The developers encourage cottagers to drive out to Sunset Bay Estates – the turnoff is at Provincial Road 500 off Highway 12 across from the RCMP detachment. For driving directions, maps, and other information about the lots and building guidelines, see www.sunsetbayestates. com, or call or text: Team Belina at (204) 996-3798.

Sunset Bay Estates

he east side of Lake Winnipeg features a new cottage/home development in Grand Marais. Sunset Bay Estates was designed as an upscale beach development 50 minutes from Winnipeg. The development is comprised of over 160 fully serviced, treed 1/2 acre lots starting at $37,500. Sunset Bay Estates has several walking paths down to beach at Grand Marais, and is a 5-minute drive to Grand Beach, and only 15 minutes to

South Beach Casino. Lots have sold fast since the development was opened five years ago, partially on the strength of the VTB financing program that allows anyone to finance lot purchases through the developer. There are less than 50 lots left, with two of the three phases almost sold out. Phase 3 is now open, and playground construction is about to begin. Perhaps the most unique feature

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ABS-CBN CORP. FILES LAWSUIT FOR OVER $8M IN DAMAGES AGAINST KISSASIAN.COM

Largest Filipino media and entertainment company also awarded amended judgment

he largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines has filed suit in US Federal District Court against kissasian.com for damages of over $8M pertaining to Kissasian’s infringement of trademarks and registered copyrights of 27 of ABS-CBN’s television shows and movies including “Be My Lady,” “Born for You,” “Dolce Amore,” “You’re Still the One,” “Etiquette for Mistresses,” “Ex With Benefits,” and many more. In addition, ABS-CBN Corporation was awarded this week an amended default judgment of nearly $11 million against 11 online streaming websites that the company says regularly showcase pirated versions of its programming. According to ABS-CBN’s Assistant Vice President of Global Anti-Piracy Elisha Lawrence, “We are stepping up our anti-piracy enforcement in 2017. These pirate sites often victimize our fans when they access these sites and are later attacked by malware which steals their financial and personal data. We are going after every pirate wherever they live and operate. We arrested and sued numerous pirates last year

and we plan to quadruple that effort this year.” U.S. District Judge William P. Dimitrouleas, in his amended default judgment, ordered the defendants to pay at least $1 million each in statutory damages. The judge also ordered the defendants to stop advertising, promoting, performing, copying, broadcasting or distributing ABS-

Fil-Am stuns Adam Levine with ‘The Voice US’ audition

“But then as the song prohere’s another Filipina-Amer- ican singer looking to put her gressed, you came through in a way stamp on “The Voice U.S.” this that just blew my mind. You’re unbelievable and you belong on my team.” year. Shelton had similar praise Gaby Borromeo, who, according to her bio, was raised on karaoke, for Borromeo, and even went as far started off her blind audition, softly as to agree with his rival coach -- a singing the lyrics to the Leona Lewis rare moment -- that Borromeo could win the popular singing contest. “It tune “Happy.” And while her gentle voice did would be a shame to see somebody get a few nods of approval from the screw that up for you like Adam,” judges, it wasn’t until she hit the raspy Shelton quipped. Borromeo eventually edges of the song’s chorus that Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine and country went with Levine. Borromeo is the secsinger Blake Shelton decided that they ond Filipina-American teen want her on their team. Levine even went up onstage to to make it past the blind audigive Borromeo a hug after her perfor- tions, with the other one being Anatalia Villaranda. mance. She expressed her ex“I’m very surprised that this was not a four-chair turn,” Levine told Borromeo, citement over Twitter, and even giving the other judges Alicia Keys and responded to a few fans who Gwen Stefani a confused look before pointed out her nationality. adding: “Correct me if I’m wrong but She said that she is proud to when you started singing you seemed be representing the Philippines. like you were nervous.”

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CBN’s copyrighted work, which includes a variety of television programming. Among the pirate websites, Freepinoychannel.com and Pnoytambayantv.com were each ordered to pay $1.18 million in statutory damages, while Lambingan.to, Pinoynetwork.to and Tambaytayo.com are on the hook for $1.09 million each. Pinoymovie.to was ordered to pay $1.24 million in statu-

tory damages. The sites provide on-demand streaming performances of full-length versions of television shows and movies through their sites, according to the suit. “Defendants’ websites are classic examples of pirate operations, often with poor quality. We invest a great deal in our television shows and movies so the customers have a superior viewing experience. These pirates are willfully infringing ABS-CBN’s copyrighted works and damaging the ABS-CBN brand,” according to Lawrence. The company had requested at least $2 million in statutory damages per counterfeit trademark used, as well as triple the defendants’ profits from the alleged infringement. ABS-CBN is represented by Stephen M. Gaffigan. The cases areABSCBN Corp. et al. vs. Kissasian.com., Case No. 0:17-cv-60352 and Case ABSCBN Corp, et al. vs. FreePinoyChannel. com et al., case number 0:15-cv-61002, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

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Maja Salvador is back with a vengeance in the newest ABS-CBN TFC teleserye “Wildflower”

evenge has never been this wild as Maja Salvador gives life to Ivy, a woman who will avenge her parent’s death that was brought about by a powerful political clan. Before anger turns her into Ivy, get to know her first as Lily (Xyriel Manabat), a young girl who grew up surrounded by her loving parents Dante (Christian Vasquez) and Camia (Sunshine Cruz). Her father, who worked as a Public Assistance Office (PAO) lawyer, decides they move to Poblacion Ardiente after he receives death threats for a case he handled. The first week in Poblacion Ardiente goes well for them, especially Lily, who easily finds a friend in Diego (Jesse James Ongteco). However, misfortunes continue to haunt their family when Diego’s father, Raul Torillo (Wendell Ramos), lusts over Camia and sexually harasses her. Dante doesn’t hesitate and immediately files a case against Raul, who happens to be the husband of town mayor Emilia Ardiente Torillo (Aiko Melendez). Emilia then takes matters into her own hands to protect their family’s reputation. In just a snap, Lily’s life suddenly crashes when his father suspiciously dies in a heart attack, while she is forced to leave her mother. Luckily, Lily escapes the wrath of the Ardientes and finds a home with Prianka Aguas (Priscilla Meirelles), who adopts and raises her like her own. Few years after, Lily finally returns to Poblacion Ardiente as the seductive and powerful Ivy (Salvador), who seeks revenge against the Ardientes. Everything will work out as planned, until she crosses paths with her long-lost friend, Diego Ardiente Torillo (Joseph Marco). Also joining the cast are Tirso Cruz III, RK Bagatsing, Vin Abrenica, Malou De Guzman, Ana Abad Santos, Arnold Reyes and Izzy Canillo. The teleserye is directed by Onat Diaz, Raymond Ocampo, and Cathy Camarillo under R.S.B Unit headed by Ruel Bayani. How will Diego affect Ivy’s plans to avenge her family? Will justice finally be served for the

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death of her parents? Will forgiveness and love find its place in Ivy’s heart? Find out how Ivy will wrap them around her fingers in the TV series “Wildflower. Catch up episodes are available via TFC online (TFC.tv) and TFC IPTV. For more updates about the show, visit TFC’s Facebook page applicable for your area. Connect with fellow global Kapamilyas, follow @KapamilyaTFC on Twitter and Instagram.

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How Gerald Anderson, JakeCuenca fared in their first Ironman

ANILA -- It was a frustrating debut for Kapamilya actors Gerald Anderson and Jake Cuenca who joined the Ironman 70.3 in Subic Sunday for the first time. Anderson’s team was ranked number one overall for the all men’s relay category but were later disqualified. Anderson said he didn’t know that he was supposed to serve his penalty at the penalty tent because he was stopped and carded by a marshal during the bike course for drafting violation. This resulted in their disqualification even if they finished first. Cuenca, for his part, suffered a flat tire at the 70-kilometer mark of the 90-km bike leg although he still finished. Switzerland’s Ruedi Wild set up an epic comeback in the final third of the race to win the 2017 edition of the Century Tuna-sponsored event. The two actors, who are playing triathletes in the upcoming series “Ikaw Lang ang Iibigin” with Kim Chiu, said they both learned from their first time in Ironman, as the promised to do better in their next Ironman race. Cuenca is already preparing for his next Ironman race in Cebu, while Anderson is flying to the US on Monday to participate in the Los Angeles marathon. -- Report from Gretchen Fullido, ABSCBN News

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REFLECTIONS By Dr. Jun Vencer

GOD’S SPECIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY

esus said, “You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it” (Jn. 14:14).John writes that“whatever we ask in accordance with His will, He hears … so we know that we have what we asked of him” (1 Jn. 5:14,15). Anything? Whatever? Anytime? Anywhere? This sounds like prayer unlimited! In insurance term, this is comprehensive coverage. Of course God’s coverage is more than comprehensive since it includes our physical, financial, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs. But why is it that many of our prayers and petitions are not answered? As someone said, God gave us a blank check and it bounced. Did not the writer of Hebrews say that it is “impossible for God to lie” (Heb. 6:18)? Is God playing a cruel joke on us? But since God will never do that, what then does anything or whatever mean? Is God’s capacity to answer prayers limited after all? But how can anyone put a limit on God since with God nothing is impossible (Lk. 1:37)? Are there conditions sine qua non before God answers prayers? God’s promises are circumscribed by His Word. In this sense, some seemingly unlimited promises have limitations. He cannot act contrary to His holy nature and perfect will. In other words, “whoever” is not everyone and “anything” is not everything. Not to recognize this can lead to doubt or disappointment. Let me give an illustration. The President of a Construction Corporation instructed an employee to repair the plumbing system of a customer who called up and added “call me for anything you need.”

Aiza Seguerra appointed as LEDAC member

National Youth Commission chairperson Aiza Seguerra was appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte as one of the members of the Legislative-Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) representing the youth sector. The LEDAC is composed of 20 members, with the president serving as chairman. P 30

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On the way,the employee remembered what his President told him to “call me for anything.” The employee called his boss and asked for a new house and lot. Is this what the President meant by “ “anything you need”? Or did the President mean, though not explicit, that the anything refers to that which the employee needs to accomplish the repair of a defective plumbing system? In other words, the anything of God, refers to anything that will help us accomplish what He commands us to do. The promise of God in John 14:14 is qualified by “ask in My name” that the “Father be glorified in the Son” (vv13,14). Often, we give God our “want list” and say “in Jesus’s name, amen.” Another qualifier is given by Paul, “My God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:19). We take notice that the supply is guaranteed for our needs not our wants. God’s promise is a Power of Attorney to use His resources for His purposes. But the promise is not a General Power of Attorney but a Special Power of Attorney for a specific transaction. A policeman has power (gun) and authority (badge) but he can exercise themonly within the law. B. J. Whillhite, aided by his Greek Lexicon, said that meaning of the text in effect is “Whatever you ask by My command and authority, acting in My behalf, for the advancement of My kingdom, I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” God cannot answer prayers when offered at the altar of greed and self-centeredness. However, we cannot engage in paralysis of analysis, and wait until we complete our definitive list of what is and is not God’s will, what He will answer and will not answer. With His Word as our guide, let us be persistent in prayer. Let us earnestly present to God our cares and cry out to Him for mercy until our eyes are like rivers of tears. Our hope is in the fact that He is our heavenly Father who loves us and will provide for all our needs. The promises of God are yes in Christ (2 Cor. 1:19). Amen. Dr. Jun Vencer is the President of Global Transformation Ministries Inc., a member body of the Global DAWN Network. He concurrently serves as Vice President of Leadership Development and as the Asia Director of DAWN Ministries. He also serves as the Chairman.

The 5 stages of working out according to Solenn, Anne and Isabelle

It girls and best friends Isabelle Daza, Anne Curtis and Solenn Heussaff shared the 5 stages of working out on social media. Anne uploaded a short clip of their work out on Instagram and said, “Was supposed to be a regular fitness vid for @isabelledaza online BUT training with @arnoldaninion is NEVER a walk in the park. Hands up if you can relate to this?” According to them the first stage is the delaying tactics, followed by bargaining, anger, hating your life, and lastly, finishing strong.

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