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Young Life
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2016 Isah V. Red, Editor / Bernadette Lunas, Issue Editor isahred@gmail.com.ph
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WHAT MILLENNIALS
WANT FOR CHRISTMAS CAN’T BE WRAPPED
Concoct the perfect holiday cocktail
THE RIGHT WAY TO CAP THIS DAY By Bernadette Lunas
W
E ALL have a Christmas wish list: it can be something that’s written on a piece of paper or saved on mobile phone or stored in our brain. Due to the gift-giving nature of this season, this is the time when we wish for something that we want to have.
But apparently, for some millennials, the no. 1 thing they want to have this Christmas is not a thing. Perhaps the surveys are right when they said that individuals age 18 to 35 value experiences over material objects. This is not to say, however, that millennials don’t need and don’t want to receive tangible gifts, because they do. But on top of their wish list are gifts that you can’t put a ribbon on. Here are 10 member of the Generation Y who shared with Young Life the number one item on their Christmas wish list this year. “They say that as you grow older, your Christmas list gets shorter. For Christmas, I wish for people to become more kinder and do our part to make this world a better place for everyone.” —Aimee Lagman, 30 * * * “Now that I am working, I wish to be able to spend longer time with loved ones to do fun things. I barely see them on weekdays due to work and other responsibilities, so I hope to go on vacation with them as often as we can.” —Mark Ferrer, 23 * * * “I want the war in Aleppo to end. It pains me to think that we’re partying and having fun here while they are not certain whether they will get to see another day there. I also wish that people won’t just share news but instead take action to help.” —Arnel Vasquez, 33 * * * “I think as you grow older, you care more about non-material things that you can keep and not easily vanish. So I want to finally get that elusive CPA (Certified Public Accountant) title.” —Karen Manuel, 25 * * *
“To learn a foreign language, not because I’m planning to move to another country, but because I want to broaden my boundaries, so to speak.” —Camille Tiangco, 28 * * * “I wish to have the influence and resources to contribute to the community (support and financial means), because anybody can now make a difference and make the community a better place. It’s not enough anymore to have the things you want for yourself because every time you go out of your house, you see a lot of things that need change. People will only listen to someone who has an influence, and to do so, one needs to have the proper support and financial help to make it happen.” —Joey Silvestre, 29 * * *
We hope these wishes and yours will come true. From us here at Manila Standard Young Life, Merry Christmas!
AS THE sun sets this Christmas day, it is perfect to gather loved ones and while the moment away exchanging stories over a cup of hot beverage. The night of Dec. 25 is the time when we wind down from all the merry making and celebrations and just enjoy the company of those dearest to us. Here in the Philippines, the traditional Christmas drink is the rich and creamy tsokolate made from cacao. But mixologist Kathryn Eckstein makes it more special as she gives a twist to this popular beverage—tsokolate with, you guessed it, rum. If US and Canada have Eggnog, Chile has Cola de Moro, and Mexico has Ponche Navideño, the Philippines now has a rum-laced Christmas drink in the form of Peppermint Papa. Peppermint Papa combines tablea and Negros Occidental’s Don Papa Rum to create a drink that triggers a lot of pleasant childhood memories. “Peppermint Papa was inspired by my lola who used to make us hot chocolate for Christmas using traditional tableas,” shares Eckstein. “Adding the peppermint flavor was my idea since it adds a wonderful touch of ‘festiveness’ to the drink.” Don Papa Rum’s sweet taste goes very well with tsokolate. End this day on a sweet note with this nightcap that’s best shared over good food and intimate moments. Want to make Peppermint Papa for tonight? Here’s how:
“[On top of my Christmas wish list is to go on a] vacation, because I’ve been around too many toxic people these past weeks, it’ll be good to relax and unwind for a while.” —AC Brizuela, 25 * * * “I want my husband, who’s deployed in Mindanao, to come home so our family will be complete this Christmas.” —Anna Leah Estrada-Gonzales, 25 * * * “I want a hotel or beach resort staycation and more quality time, like movie marathon, with loved ones.” —Joanne Javier, 30 * * * “Because I’ve been busy in 2016 and was not able to travel, [on top of my Christmas wish list is] Indochina travel.” —Archer Urbano, 25 * * *
Learn how to make Peppermint Papa
You need to have: 45ml Don Papa Rum 20ml Kahlua 7ml Crème de Menthe 1 Unsweetened choco tablea (add ¾ cup hot water) Whipped cream Optional: Choco bits or Strawberry Syrup Turn to E2
WISH LIST LIST. Forget about Christmas wrappers,
because the number one thing on top of millennials’s wish lists are gifts that you can’t put a ribbon on.
If Americans have Eggnog, Filipinos now have a Christmas drink featuring rum and tablea
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2016 isahred@gmail.com
Young Life
4 HOLIDAY SEASON EXPENSES THAT YOU SHOULD PAY WITH CREDIT CARD CHRISTMAS is the season of sharing and giving, and with that, it is also the season of spending. It’s the special time of the year when family and friends get together—no matter the distance—to partake of good food, give gifts and party the night or day away. Unless you intended to do a “nospend Christmas” this year, you most likely took out some money to pay for things. While paying with cold cash is practical, there are certain expenses that are more convenient to settle with credit card. Some millennials may be reluctant to do this, considering that many of them hold no bank accounts or credit cards and prefer alternative financial products, according to a 2015 survey by cloud-based customer intelligence platform Vision Critical. But GoBear, Asia’s first unbiased metasearch engine that compares loans, credit cards and insurance policies, argues that you can make life easier by using a convenient payment option when you buy and pay for things you need this season. “Spare your cash for aguinaldos and use a credit card for major financial transactions so you don’t have to queue at the ATM or stress over packed crowds just to get cash,” GoBear said in a statement. Here are four holiday scenarios where it’s better to go cashless, according to GoBear.
10 MOST SEARCHED
PERSONALITIES
ON GOOGLE PHILIPPINES T HE most powerful man in the country and the most beautiful woman in the world—the universe rather—are the most searched people on Google Philippines in 2016.
In essence, credit cards offer convenience, accessibility and rewarding experience. If you want to find out the types of credit cards and look for the one that suits your needs but don’t have the time to go to several banks, visit www.gobear.com.phcredit-card to get started.
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Google processes trillions of search requests every year, and, according to data released by Google Trends, in the Philippines, users searched President Rodrigo Duterte and Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach the most, in male and female categories, respectively. Duterte assumed office this year after his victory at the 2016 Presidential Election in May, wherein he raked in more than 16 million votes. His feisty remarks, most of which concerning illegal drugs, and infamous statements, often met with criticisms both here and abroad, made him (and continuously make him) a popular personality and topic here in the Philippines. Wurtzbach’s controversial win at the Miss Universe pageant, where host Steve Harvey mistakenly announced Miss Colombia as the winner, was a glorious event that closed year 2015 for the Philippines. She is well loved, especially among Filipinos who now have a third Miss Universe, thanks to her. Pinoys’ love for Korean TV series reflected on the second most searched male personality—Song Joong Ki, the South Korean actor who played the lead role in the pan-Asia hit 2016 drama Descendants of the Sun. The show is said to be the one that established him as a top Hallyu star. Rounding up the list of five most searched male personalities on Google Philippines are United States President-elect Donald Trump, whose victory stunned the world; South Korean actor Gong Yoo, the lead character in the hit movie Train to Busan; and English actor and Taylor Swift’s latest ex-boyfriend Tom Hiddleston. Meanwhile, the other half of phenomenal love team AlDub and “Dubsmash Queen” Maine Mendoza took the second spot in Google Philippines’s most searched female personalities in 2016. A mainstay in variety show Eat Bulaga!, Mendoza has since appeared in several television programs and movies. Taking the third, fourth and fifth spots in this category are Australian actress and Suicide Squad cast member Margot Robbie, Filipino actress and vocalist Arci Muñoz, and American actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld, respectively.
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You need to do this: With the use of a measuring cup, combine the following ingredients in a pitcher: 1 ½ cup of Don Papa Rum, 1 cup Kahlua, ¼ cup Crème de Menthe, 5 unsweetened Choco Tablea (add 6 cups of hot water), and top with whipped cream when ready to serve.
MOST SEARCHED. Google Trends revealed the most searched personalities on Google Philippines in 2016. The 5 most searched male personalities were Rodrigo Duterte, Song Joong Ki, Donald Trump, Gong Yoo and Tom Hiddleston. The 5 most searched female personalities were Pia Wurtzbach, Maine Mendoza, Margot Robbie, Arci Munoz and Hailee Steinfeld.
Showbiz
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2016
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CELEBRITIES SPREAD
CHRISTMAS WISHES AND HOLIDAY CHEERS
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HE holiday spirit in the country is very strong this year with people feeling more optimistic than they were in the previous years. It is Christmas time, of course! And just like everyone else, stars in the local tinsel town are in festive mood.
Here, we are listing down a few celebrities who have made some wishes this season. Will Father Christmas grant their wishes? Well, it depends if they have been naughty or nice. Sanya Lopez When she bagged the role of Danaya in the top-rating primetime series, Encantadia, people started to notice how good she is a television talent. She was discovered by the late Master Showman German Moreno back in 2012, after which, she appeared in several bit roles in multiple GMA 7 afternoon soaps. Now, Sanya could only wish for more projects as she’s able to prove that she can deliver and take on big roles just like any other rising young actors around.
Gabbi Garcia The Kapuso star has been getting acting breaks of late. After appearing in GMA 7’s primetime drama, My Destiny in 2014, she landed on sweet roles in Let the Love Begin and Instadad. Her biggest break though is her being cast in the reboot of Encantadia playing Alena, the guardian of water. The fantasy series is extended due to public’s warm reception. “I can no longer ask for more, I am more thankful for the opportunities I received this year. 2016 has been a great year for me. Of course, I wish to be more visible on TV and to have more projects like Encantadia.”
Karylle For 11 years, the singer-TV host has been giving back to Child Haus, a non-government organization that shelters cancer patients while undergoing medical treatment in Manila. Now, the celebrity philanthropist took it to another level by playing Mother Santa. She has just unveiled a musical project called Akay, which advocates Child Haus’ mission to allow cancer patients have a happy, healthy, and productive life. Now she only wishes that everyone fulfill the children’s Christmas wishes this year by donating via Pledge (myPledge.site).
Catriona Gray She only had one wish this Christmas. She wanted to bring home the crown at the prestigious Miss World pageant. She had a fleeting moment when she made it to the top 5 and gave, according to pageant aficionados, the best answer during the Q and A portion. She went home without a crown but she definitely won the heart of many who believe in her genuine desire to win the coveted title and make a difference by “holding that torch high enough to make everyone see and feel its light.”
Piolo Pascual While everyone is into parties, Papa P is spending his Christmas and Misa de Gallo with his son, Iñigo Pascual. The seasoned actor wants to keep the celebration local and spiritual that’s why he didn’t book any holiday vacation just like what most big stars do. Being selfless and humble, the hunk daddy wishes good tidings not for himself but for Filipino families. He wants them to be safe this holiday season and advises everyone to have a deeper and personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE Sunday, December 25, 2016
ACROSS 1 — shui 5 Zodiac fishes 11 Routine 17 Ready money 21 “Instead of” word 22 Turkey’s capital 23 It multiplies by dividing 24 Potpourri 25 Fast-shrinking sea 26 African amulet (var.) 27 Hot dog seller 28 Change decor 29 Out of whack 31 Pork purchases 33 Got even 35 Bubbly drinks 36 Walleyed fishes 37 Euro casualty 38 Old crone 41 Male parent 42 Portuguese ladies 43 Stylish 44 Kind of recall 48 Gets the lead out 50 Full of pep 51 Painter — Vermeer 52 Home of the Illini 53 Hindu’s true self 54 Autumn pears 55 Doctorow novel 57 I’ve been —! 58 Dappled 59 Recoil 60 Amber wine 61 “Kon- —” 62 Electric swimmer 63 Paper toys 64 Jalapeno kin 65 Caesar’s tongue 66 Wildcatters’ bad guesses (2 wds.) 68 Is, to Fritz 69 Give — — go 70 Nudging 71 Mare’s morsels 72 Genetic strand 73 — — glance 74 Like many a train 75 Chefs’ wear 78 Proposal 79 Wallet stuffer 80 Circular rooms 84 Nerds 85 Gadgets 87 Lox locales 88 So far 89 Octopus octet 90 Provided protection 91 Picasso’s name 92 Consort of Zeus 93 Pedro’s uncle 94 Gridder or cager 95 Less 96 White’s co-host 97 Hold your —!
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PM units Cake-pan type Wile E. — Cope with change — — few rounds Chubby Plaintive cry Daffodil digs Turn out to be (2 wds.) Huffs and puffs Weight allowances Lash darkener Peru’s — Picchu Afraid of being shot? (hyph.) That’s — — know! Emulate Amelia Red Cross supply “Wool” on clay sheep Polite bark Felt pen Imposing entrance On an even — A gemstone Evaluate Calls from the Alps Business encl.
DOWN 1 Harsh criticism 2 Gael republic 3 Close by 4 Abysses 5 Places for gongs 6 Progress 7 Starry vistas 8 Leery 9 Bungle 10 Cruise departures 11 Dark blues 12 Shaman’s findings 13 Howard and Reagan 14 Avg. size 15 On deck 16 Insect stage 17 Tobacco pipe 18 Without — — to stand on 19 Fries or slaw 20 Parka feature 30 Waterproof wool 32 Thumbs-up 34 — nous 36 Explorer — de Leon 37 An Italian cheese 38 Piled high 39 More Bohemian 40 With pluck 42 Brake parts 43 Purplish red 45 Gauguin’s island 46 Darth’s real name 47 Stevedore’s work 49 Heavy-hearted 50 Sectors
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Rare green stone Actress — Thurman Chomps down Moonbeam Spleen Becomes limp Floor pad Already in use Zen riddles 1860s initials Water lily Tackle box items Charges Backyard part Jet set destination Ques. response Lounges around Christie of whodunits Twenty minutes of hockey Shark hitchhiker Hotel staffer U.K. lexicon Refute Salon offering (2 wds.) Tend the aquarium Made a claim Homer Simpson epithet
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Decent grade Fashion plate Qt. parts Metallic sounds Loft contents Insurance giant Pond dweller Farmer, often Be exact Wild country Quick breakfasts Tropical fruits Indiana five A man or a mouse Bard’s forte Slalom obstacles Kind of bud Burlap bags Bryn —, Penn. Baseball family Neatnik opposite Brand Ask for ID Queen’s field Scurries along Type of lock CPA employer London lav
Alden Richards The down-to-earth Pambansang Bae only wishes to celebrate his Christmas with his loved ones back in their hometown in Laguna. It’s a known fact that since the astronomic rise of AlDub, the bedimpled showbiz golden boy barely had time for himself and his family. Alden welcomes the holiday season with gratitude for yet another successful year for him. Just recently, his Wish I May album has been certified Diamond, he hosted Asian TV Awards along with the region’s TV heavyweights, and now, he and Maine Mendoza are finally staring in a television series that they can call their own.
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In one of his interviews, Ronnie even quipped how the young man, who is pleasuring himself in the sex tape, used his left hand when in fact the Hashtags member is right-handed. Admittedly though, the scandal video did more good to his showbiz career than harm. “A lot of people talked about it. People started asking who Ronnie Alonte is. Then I began appearing on TV regularly and everything just worked (sic) in my favor,” says Ronnie during a pocket presscon for his latest movie. The young actor is definitely on a roll. Right on the heels of his sold-out birthday concert at Kia Theater over the weekend, cinemagoers is going to see him in two Metro Manila Film Festival entries starting today. Ronnie is part of the lead cast of Seklusyon, a horror thriller, and Vince & Kath & James, a coming-of-age romantic film based on an online series of the same name. In Seklusyon, a movie set in 1940s after World War II, Ronnie plays one of the four deacons (along with Dominic Roque, John Vic de Guzman, and J.R. Versales) sent to a seclusion house to keep them away from worldly desires. A week before they are ordained, Ronnie and the other three candidates for the priesthood spend time in an old retreat house, to examine their conscience and the purity of their religious intentions. This Erik Matti masterpiece fearlessly delves into the difference and conflict between religion and spirituality, and raises questions about the sincerity of those that claim to preach the word of God. It debuted at Macau’s International Film Festival and received generally favorable reviews. Meanwhile, in Vince & Kath & James, Ronnie plays James, Vince’s (Joshua Gracia) best friend and Kath’s (Julia Barretto) former suitor. It is based on an online series, which went viral early this year. The premise revolves around two love-struck teens, whose love blossoms after exchanging a series text messages. Early this week, there were rumors that the Star Cinema teen flick has been pulled out as entry following the decision of MMFF committee to offer 30 percent discounts on movie tickets to senior citizens, students, and persons with disabilities. Star Cinema on Tuesday denied the rumors and reassured the public that the production outfit is committed to provide the best in entertainment to the Filipino family this Christmas season. In this respect, people will see two kinds of Ronnie Alonte on the big screen starting today: first in a thriller as a deacon; and then in a teen flick as a third party.
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2016 Isah V. Red, Editor
Showbiz
Nickie Wang, Issue Editor isahred@gmail.com
By Nickie Wang
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T JUST took one lewd video scandal for 20-year-old Ronnie Alonte to get noticed, but the young actor has made it clear a few times that it’s definitely not him. In fact, he pointed out glaring differences between him and the person featured Turn to E3 on the video that’s been circulating online.
Rising Kapamilya star Ronnie Alonte is definitely on a roll. He stars in two MMFF entries, which start screening today.