Author: Mc Richard Paglicawan

DZMM adds excitement to the holiday gift-giving tradition by giving away cash and gift prizes to its loyal listeners, viewers, people with inspiring stories of kindness, and indigent kids for the whole month of December.Get a chance to meet your favorite DZMM reporters and anchors at your own home, including ‘Kabayan’ Noli De Castro, Ted Failon, and Korina Sanchez, and win home appliances, a noche buena gift basket, a DZMM shirt, and a chance to get an ABS-CBN Digibox in the radio station’s grand holiday promo “DZMM Katok Bahay, Pamaskong Bigay.”Residents in Mega Manila can join the promo by tuning…

First Mangyan lawyer Atty. Zosing Evangelista proudly takes the spotlight this Saturday (December 15) as he shares his inspiring lifestory in “The Bottomline With Boy Abunda.”Through Atty. Zosing, discover the different struggles and discrimination that Mangyans suffer from the society.What is the most painful insult to their ethnicity that he experienced while growing up? How did he overcome poverty to achieve his dreams? After successfully finishing law school, what will Atty. Zosing do now to help his tribe?Don’t miss the ‘Ani ng Dangal 2012′ awardee “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda” this Saturday, 11:30 pm, after “Banana Split” on ABS-CBN. For…

Evil queen Helfora returns in this week’s Enchanted Garden. Playing the pivotal role in the series is seasoned character actress Bing Loyzaga, who will once again excite audiences in yet another stellar performance.“Playing Helfora and her human persona Emilia is challenging yet exciting. Challenging in the sense that I need to be bad and cunning despite the fact that majority of the viewers are kids. Exciting naman because of my costume and the interesting scenes that we take. We tape these scenes in a very cold, freezing place which is very apt for my character as Ice Queen. Expect a…

Tulong Kapatid received an overwhelming response from Filipinos all over the world during its telethon for the victims of Typhoon Pablo.Not only was the group able to meet and exceed its PhP100 million-target in six hours for the affected communities-Tulong Kapatid also encouraged other organizations to step up their efforts in responding to the pleas of those in need.As the joint corporate social responsibility and disaster response initiative of the MVP Group of Companies, Tulong Kapatid led the rally of support for those severely affected by the recent typhoon. Despite the limited preparation time, the telethon saw Kapatid stars, news…

Last Saturday (Dec 8), GMA Network’s award-winning drama anthology Magpakailanman, hosted by multi-awarded TV personality Mel Tiangco, featured the touching and inspiring life story of Ryzza Mae Dizon.The episode, which traced the very young life of Ryzza Mae – from the time she was conceived up until she won the Little Miss Philippines 2012 title of Eat Bulaga, was undoubtedly preferred by more viewers, according to data from the industry’s widely trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.Based on overnight household ratings data recorded in National Urban Phils for December 8, Magpakailanman scored an average household rating of 26.7…

“The Amazing Race Philippines” unveils top three – Davao, with the final three teams—LJ and CJ (team celebrity friends), Marc and Kat (team gym buddies) and Fausto and Dayal (team magbayaw).The three-way battle for glory and PhP 2 million gets more intense as The Amazing Race Philippines (TARP) reaches the Final Pit Stop this Saturday (December 15) after Talentadong Pinoy Worldwide on TV5. After 12 gruelling legs which tested each team’s strength and determination to stay ahead of the game, the country’s biggest and most expensive reality show this year is set to begin its final leg in one of…

From acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro comes Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ “Pacific Rim.” Watch the sci-fi action-adventure’s trailer here.In the film, when legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity’s resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge.But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the…

Rumored sweethearts Julia Montes and Enchong Dee will speak up and clarify all the issues concerning their ‘relationship’ this Saturday (December 15) in ABS-CBN’s trending entertainment talk show “Showbiz Inside Report.”In an exclusive interview of “SIR,” Julia and Enchong both cleared all the intrigues involving them including the recent report that they broke up to prioritize their blooming careers.Julia said that although she is happy with the special attention given by Enchong, she wants to focus more on her work for now. “I appreciate his admiration,” the Kapamilya actress said. “But at this point in my life when I’m blessed…

Hunk actor Zanjoe Marudo got tense while playing for P2 million jackpot in the hit game show “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.”Zanjoe chose briefcase 23 based on his birth date. Zanjoe also shared that his girlfriend, Bea Alonzo, was 23 years old when they became a couple. And on the same day he played, he scored 23 points in golf.Was it just a coincidence? Or was it a sign? Will briecase 23 bring him luck?Don’t miss “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (Dec 15), after “TV Patrol Weekend” on ABS-CBN. Tweet your thoughts and reactions via Twitter using the…

Kim Atienza checks out the homes of ABS-CBN stars to see how they celebrate the Christmas season this Sunday (Dec 16) in “Matanglawin”Kuya Kim will show how Erik Santos assembled his Christmas village and the Santa Claus guarding his red, silver and white Christmas tree.Ex-PBB Teens housemate Ryan Boyce, on the other hand, sets up his family tree especially for Kuya Kim and finds a surprise inside his stocking from a very special someone. Father and son tandem Lito and Carl Camo and youth idol Robi Domingo also open their doors for Kuya Kim and show him how they have…

Get ready for a fun-tastic and action-packed start to the week as TV5 Kids presents Cartoon Network’s Ben 10 Omniverse pilots on TV5 starting December 17. Catch Ben Tennyson’s new adventure with 10 new aliens and a new sidekick. Ben is all set to be a solo hero with his Omnitrix which allows him to change into different aliens.He’s thrown in for a loop as Grandpa Max teams him up with by-the-book alien Rook. Join them on their mission to explore a secret underground alien city. What adventures face Ben and Rook this time around?Don’t miss the exciting adventures of Ben…

Broadcast journalist Ted Failon investigates the decision of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) in disqualifying more than 100 party-list groups from participating in 2013 elections in this Saturday’s (Dec 15) episode of ”Failon Ngayon.”According to Comelec Chairman Sixto Brillantes, the poll body screened the party-list groups to weed out bogus and rich party-list representatives. But some groups were dismayed and questioned what they think were inconsistencies in the Comelec’s decision. Some noticed that party-list groups that claim to represent the same marginalized groups didn’t receive the same ruling, while legitimate party-list groups such as 1-Utak and Samahang Magsasakang Ilocano didnt…

Comedy Concert Queen AiAi delas Alas is all set to rock a concert royalty showdown like no other with Popstar Sarah Geronimo this Sunday (December 16) in ABS-CBN’s top-rating musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!”Aside from AiAi who is one of the lead stars of Star Cinema’s 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entry “Sisterakas,” also watch out for the hair-raising musical spectacle of Jed Madela, Erik Santos, AKA Jam, and Daddy’s Home; and the must-watch jamming session of father and son Andrew E. and Andrew Fordy Medina together with hip-hop band Salbakuta.Groove to the beat with breathtaking swag production…

“ASAP 2012” is all set to for the ultimate talent showdown as some of the biggest Kapamilya stars prepare for the most-awaited annual ‘2012 ASAP That’s Christmas’ this Sunday (December 16).Watch out for the hair-raising surprises of this year’s team ‘Hataw-1’ to be led by Billy Crawford and his members Gerald Anderson, Bamboo, Jessy Mendiola, Kathryn Bernardo, Shaina Magdayao, Erich Gonzales, Denise Laurel, John Prats, Rayver Cruz, Jovit Baldivino, Richard Poon, Kean Cipriano, Bugoy Cariño, Joj & Jai, and Piolo Pascual.Also, get ready for the astounding production number prepared by Karylle and Jericho Rosales’ team ‘2Nay na Pasko’ composed of…

Redwood City, CA, December 14, 2012 – Filipino seasonal workers who have sued their Miami-based employer for abuse and human trafficking may soon be issued T-Visas that will enable them to legally work in the United States. US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS ) grants a ‘T Non Immigrant Status’ to those who have been victims of human trafficking, allowing victims to remain in the U.S. to assist in an investigation or prosecution of their case. The group that calls themselves “Florida 15″ were recruited from the Philippines to work in Florida. They were made to pay an average of…

Ayala Malls 12 Days of Christmas: (Trinoma and Ayala Center Cebu)On December 13, 150 shoppers dining at the Level 4 restaurant row received donuts from J.Co! Students from UST also helped out in distributing gifts to the customers. This is Ayala Mall’s way to thank their loyal shoppers, diners and movie goers who considers them as the place where they can shop, eat and watch movies with their friends and family.Spread the cheer this holiday season! From December 10-21, 2012, kindness finds a space in Ayala Malls as they bring to you 12 Days of Christmas.