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BACKPACKING TIPS

FROM BPO EMPLOYEES

Ultrarunner Alex Yap

3 THINGS TO DO

BACKPACKING 101. Experienced

backpackers and serial travelers from the BPO industry share tips on how to embark on an enjoyable backpacking trip.

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BEFORE YOU START TRAIL RUNNING OUR planet is a big one. And if you’re planning to run on it, don’t just stick on roads and tracks, take the off the beaten path Trail running, which is a sport that combines running and hiking on trails, is gaining popularity among runners, hikers, nature lovers, and outdoor adventurers.

It offers a spiritual and natural way to be active while reveling in the beauty of the environment.

ESPITE unconventional work schedule and demanding responsibilities, employees in the business process outsourcing industry still find time to travel.

“With the abundance of travel destinations in the Philippines and generally increasing household income within the BPO sector, a lot of young professionals are enticed to explore the outdoors,” notes Teleperformance Philippines communications and marketing director Marilyn Ventenilla.

She adds, “This is why at Teleperformance, we encourage our people to enjoy their vacations. They can also take advantage of special discounted rates for travel, dining, fashion, leisure and wellness activities through our Employee Perks program.”

Young employees in BPO companies are some of the many travelers who are experienced in backpacking, which facilitates the most affordable means to get from one tourist spot to another.

Some of agents at Teleperformance share their tried and tested tips for those new to backpacking.

Prepare your gear

You’re not a backpacker if you don’t have a backpack. Make sure you get the right size for you. It should be durable, preferably water-resistant, and has comfortable shoulder straps since you will have to carry it from one destination to another.

Backpacking involves a lot of walking, which might be grueling for the feet. Wear a pair of comfortable sneakers or training shoes. Also, bring a pair of slippers—you’ll need them when you hit the beach or when you need to go around short distances from where you’re staying.

Pack light

Consider your destination to know which items to pack. If you are heading for the beach, just bring a couple of beach shorts or swimsuits, and tank tops and shorts. When you’re out trekking along mountain slopes, a disposable raincoat will come in handy.

Don’t forget the essentials

Soap, shampoo, sunscreen, tissue, hand sanitizer, first-aid kit—have them in small portions, since you can refill them at bus stops and convenience stores on your way. Make sure to bring your vitamins and medicines for colds, fever, allergy, diarrhea, headache and muscle pain, too.

Choose a durable and water-resistant backpack that can carry all your essentials

Share a room

For solo travelers and small groups, it’s better to stay in a hostel. Not only is it cheaper, but it also offers the opportunity for you to make new friends during your trip. If you want somewhere else more private, check on available rooms for rent in online platforms. If you are the outdoorsy type and want to commune with nature, bring a tent and camp out.

Download an offline map

Scan this icon to view the PDF

When you’re backpacking, chances are you won’t have Wi-Fi or data access all the time. Before you even set out on an adventure, download an offline map such as Maps.Me and Here WeGo, which can serve as your guide as you walk around in your destination.

Trail running is a sport that combines running and hiking on trails

Filipino trail runners share three of the most important and basic tips they have learned from experience for those who aspire to try the sport.

Research

Weather is an important factor in trail running, and while it may be impossible to control it, you can be clever about it. Research on the climate of the race venue and ask other runners who have Turn to E2

HIV TEST GEARED TOWARDS THE YOUTH

Let’s TestMNL offers a free, fast, and confidential HIV screening

LATEST Department of Health data revealed there are 2,160 individuals aged 15-34 who have contracted human immunodeficiency virus in January to March of this year alone.

The alarming rate of HIV infection among the youth sector has urged LoveYourself Inc. to hold a free, fast, and confidential HIV screening at Victoria Court, Malate today, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The HIV testing, dubbed “Let’s TestMNL” specifically targets youth or those who would take the test for the first time; but nonetheless, people of all ages are invited.

“We are aggressive in bringing this HIV testing to the youth because of their apparent vulnerability to the causes of the disease. And most importantly, only through testing that we can detect if one has virus,” says

LoveYourself executive director Ronivin Pagtakhan.

Pagtakhan strongly encourages college students and those in their early 20s to support the movement of knowing their HIV status.

LoveYourself, Inc. is a non-government advocacy group that offers free and confidential HIV testing and treatment, counseling and peer education, and initiating programs and projects towards HIV-AIDS awareness. The organization, in cooperation with the Department of Health-Research Institute for Tropical Medicines (RITM), has two operational testing facilities: LoveYourself Anglo along Shaw Boulevard, and LoveYourself Uni in Taft Ave., Gil Puyat.

Non-government advocacy group

Visit www.loveyourself.ph for more details on Let’s LoveYourself, Inc. invites the youth for a free HIV testing today at Victoria Court in Malate TestMNL and LoveYourself’s services.

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Enjoy the beauty of nature while being active

completed the course to better prepare yourself.

Ultrarunners Simon Sandoval and Alex Yap emphasize the following practical tips: wear layers instead of bulky clothes, keep moving to generate warmth, get out of windy spots immediately, and be creative on how you can protect yourself from the unpredictable weather.

HAPPY POOCH. Thanks to immediate medical intervention and good diet, Rafa is now a healthy and happy dog

HAPPY DOG = HAPPY OWNER

BY DESIREE CARLOS

Strategize your nutrition

Everyone is built differently and Jeri Chua knows that. Ultrarunner, mountain-lover, and nutritionist, Chua has experimented with different techniques on how to plan one’s nutritional intake.

She gives tips on hydration (drink at least 24-48 hours prior the race, replenish the fluid you lost, and consume sufficient water after the race to recover), the advantages and purpose of each nutritional component (fluid and electrolytes, carbohydrates, fat and protein), and shares her personal experiences in the different races she has conquered.

Pack the essentials

Seasoned trail runners highlight the importance of packing light but having the essentials and right gear.

To determine what to bring, you must consider the race route, the average time to finish the race, and the weather, among others. Bring enough hydration, a first aid kit, enough layers to fight off cold, and nutrition to fuel you along the course.

More importantly, wear a pair of shoes meant to conquer rough terrains and provide you with superb cushioning on the trail, such as Merrell’s Agility Peak Flex. Powered by FlexConnect technology, it provides stability on the trail and a sticky, skeleton-like outsole for superb traction.

Enjoy the beauty of nature while being active

· 4 times more protein than eggs · 5 times more potassium than bananas · 0.75 times more Vitamin C in orange

PET TALES

Diet of Life enumerates 19 of 20 (I added the 20th based on what we already know about malunggay) of most important benefits of malunggay which we have found to be good for both HUMANS and ANIMALS (I do not take multivitamins. I put malunggay in my natural juice every morning and in every dish possible).

(Part 2 of 2) (Ed’s note: Last week, Pet Tales talked about five of the six basic tips for dog owners that can help them keep their pets happy and healthy: manilastandard. net/lifestyle/lifestyle-columns/pet-tales-by-desireecarlos/237161/happy-dog-happy-owner.html. Here’s the last part of the two-part series)

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HICH bring us to the most important part of pet care, SECOND to making your dog feel loved: 6. GIVE GOOD FOOD TO YOUR DOG

Please provide the most healthy food you can afford or can prepare for your dog.

There are four kinds of food that owners can give their dogs: raw food, processed dry dog food, processed (canned) wet food, or home cooked food consisting of nutritious ingredients.

Save ALL gives dry dog food in the morning and home cooked food in the early evening. Choosing the best dry dog food is another story. We will discuss that in another column.

To Save ALL, the best immune system booster (second to making your dog emotionally secure knowing he or she is loved) is a mixture of natural ingredients which are simply boiled and mixed.

The photos of Save ALL rescued show that the combination of home cooked food and dry dog food work for our own dogs (with breed) and rescues of Save ALL (mostly asong Pinoy or aspins, but some have breeds too). So this combination apparently work for all dogs—with or without breed.

The ingredients are: A. Moringa or malunggay leaves cut into smallest pieces possible (or puree them if you want to) for easy digestion. This is free if you or your friendly neighbor have/has a tree. But a bunch costs P10 each and you can wash and air dry moringa leaves to last you a week or even two weeks.

B. A cube or two of beef (no fat please) depending on how small or big your dog is. Your vet can advise you on the amount of beef you can give per feeding. Again, please put this in your dog’s notebook for easy reference. After boiling the beef, cut into smaller pieces that is easy to digest. One fourth kilo of beef is P75 to P80 and will last for about a week per dog.

C. A pinch or two of dried rosemary. P100 per 100 grams and will last for three months per dog.

D. A few drops of apple cider vinegar. P280 per bottle which will last for three months per dog.

E. Sweet potato. P27-34 per kilo. A kilo will last a week.

F. We were advised to give 3 ml. of coco nectar per day. P275 for the small bottle.

In all, you will spend around P300 for ingre-

Nica, a parvo survivor, is an example that a good diet indeed makes a dog healthy and strong dients for a week of home-cooked food for one feeding per dog.

OPTIONAL ingredients for added nutrition and so that your dog will not get bored with the food you give.

Like you, they welcome something new: G. You can put a few slices of carrots which have Vitamin A for good eyesight. But dogs love the sweetness of sweet potato or kamote so please mix some sweet potato with the carrot. Give once a week or every other week.

H. Dogs love pumpkin or calabasa also. But too much vitamin A is not good so please give pumpkin once a week only as an alternative to sweet potato.

Sweet potatoes can be given daily.

I. Small slices of romaine lettuce. You can give this every day during the hot months as this is considered cooling food like watermelon. Give twice a week during cold months to prevent colds or any discomfort related to too much cold in the body.

Moringa or Malunggay

This does not cost a centavo or peso at all. Ask for a rather large or old branch from your neighbor and just plant it in a pot or in a part of your garden.

Or ask from your neighbors. Most subdivisions have moringa or malunggay trees everywhere.

Why malunggay?

It is an immune and energy booster. It can combat cancer and skin diseases in both animals and humans, and treat diabetes, sleeping problems and AIDS in humans, according to Diet of Life.

Malunggay has: · 17 times more calcium than milk · 25 times more iron than spinach · 10 times more Vitamin A than carrots

The health benefits are: 1. It boosts energy the natural way 2. It stimulates metabolism 3. It builds muscles and burns fat 4. It reduces fat without steroids and other chemical-based medicine 5. It builds and recovers muscles 6. It protects the skin, nails, hair, teeth and bones 7. It protects eyesight 8. It is good for persons with hypertension and reduces cholesterol 9. It is good for persons with diabetes 10. It helps in proper digestion 11. It improves memory 12. It keeps good mental balance 13. It regulates thyroid 14. It is good for the heart 15. It is a treatment for stomach ulcers 16. It is diuretic and protects the kidneys 17. It combats cancer 18. It treats anemia 19. It protects liver 20. It is like a multivitamin as it boosts the immune system.

Beef

Why beef? Why not lamb, chicken or turkey? Why not pork?

For one, some dogs do develop allergy to lamb, chicken, or turkey based on our experience handling so many dogs at one given time. You can detect an allergy in your dog when the dog starts to scratch after a meal, scratches continuously, the skin is more pink than usual, there are red spots in the body, the dog begins to pant, and the panting is prolonged, among others.

For another, pork and chicken are often injected with antibiotics and chemicals to speed up their growth or make them big. These are toxins that will go into your dog’s body and can accumulate in the kidney and liver. You wouldn’t want that, do you?

But your dog needs protein no matter the age, thus, he or she needs a source of protein. The accessible and good source of protein is beef.

On how much beef to give, it depends on the age and size of your dog. Senior rescued dogs of Save ALL and my shih tzus are now given only two tablespoons of ground beef (with the least fat if possible). The top of the spoon is flattened. More than that can increase the liver enzymes which can lead to liver damage, we were told by Dr. Anthony Prado Basa of Sha Sha Clinic.

Young dogs however need more protein, thus more beef is given.

You may get tired of my saying this but they are the experts in animal care: Please consult your vet on how much beef you can give your dogs.

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BIKING FOR FITNESS AND ART COMPANIES today think of creative ways to engage their employees in non-work related activities that would give them a sense of fulfillment.

“For six years now, we continue to encourage our colleagues to sign up for fitness challenges wherein we each have the opportunity to feel good and do good at the same time,” said Aneth Ng-Lim, Corporate Affairs head of Citi in the Philippines.

Over a six-week period, employees of the country’s largest foreign bank can start a fitness regimen or increase their fitness level. Upon registration, participants can then choose to support one of three global charities. As they clock in active minutes, they’re not only getting closer to their fitness goals but are also raising money for their chosen charities.

For this year, a dozen Citi employees joined the BGC Art Tour; they visited famous wall murals around Bonifacio Global City on bamboo

bicycles or Bambike conceptualized by Bryan Benitez McClelland.

Bambike Revolution Cycles promotes their bicycles by offering a taste of Philippine history with a tour around Intramuros, and now at BGC. “I wanted to highlight more contemporary Filipino culture. Here in the most modern city in the Philippines (BGC) surrounded with mural art, we are able to offer a whole new expression of Filipino culture,” shares FilipinoAmerican McClelland.

The Bambike BGC Art Tour gives a unique experience because participants get to ride a handcrafted bamboo bicycle while seeing the art in the metropolis.

After a two-hour ride around BGC, participants ended their morning tired and sweaty but exhilarated to take part in the latest fitness challenge event that not only benefitted them and their chosen charities, but also gave them a dose of Filipino culture.

Citi employees with family and friends tour the famous murals of Bonifacio Global City on bamboo bicycles

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MANILA EYED TO HOST

MISS UNIVERSE ANEW

‘GOYO’

Paulo Avelino as Gregorio del Pilar (second from left) and Carlo Aquino as Vicente Enriquez (rightmost) with "Heneral Luna" crew members

Pia Wurtzbach

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HEN Heneral Luna (2015) became a box office hit after running for eight consecutive weeks in commercial theaters, the producers of the historical movie announced that they were pushing through with the movie of Gregorio del Pilar with Paulo Avelino in the lead.

In October 2015, a photo of director Jerold Tarrog and Paulo (who also played Del Pilar in Heneral Luna), was posted on Heneral Luna’s Facebook and Twitter accounts. Yet since then, we have not heard of any update regarding the movie’s production.

Early this week though, it was announced that the production of Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral will finally push through with several cast members of the Heneral Luna reprising their roles acting alongside notable additions.

According to the official Facebook pages of both Heneral Luna and Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral, returning cast members include Mon Confiado (Emilio Aguinaldo), Epy Quizon (Apolinario Mabini), Benjamin Alves (Manuel

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From E2 From E2 Sweet potato Liz Palika, a certified dog trainer, animal behavior consultant, and coowner of Kindred Spirits Dog Training in Vista, CA., shared in The Honest Kitchen site that sweet potato is a source of beta carotene. It is a powerful antioxidant and converts to vitamin A in the dog’s body.

Palika said it is believed that sweet potato lowers the risk of certain types of cancer and provides protection against heart disease.

It is also: 1. A source of minerals like potassium, manganese, and magnesium It also contains calcium, iron, and zinc, which are low in sodium. Minerals serve many vital purposes in your dog’s body and are necessary for good health. For example, potassium is needed to maintain a correct fluid balance in the body, as well as preserving nerve transmissions and muscle function.

2. High in fiber, low in fat Sweet potatoes contain very little

TEASING. Sans clothes or in uniform, Paulo Avelino makes all the girls swoon

Quezon), Leo Martinez (Pedro Paterno), Carlo Aquino (Vicente Enriquez) and Arron Villaflor (as fictional journalist Joven Hernando), to name a few.

Produced by TBA Studios and Artikulo Uno Productions, Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral is written by Rody Vera. The film will focus on the heroic struggle of the young General Gregorio del Pilar and the events

fat and are high in dietary fiber which is great for digestive health, Palika said.

3. A healthy alternative “White potatoes may be cheaper than sweet potatoes but sweet potatoes have more nutritional value.

Plus, white potatoes have more carbohydrates which can lead to obesity and blood sugar problems. If you decide to cook sweet potatoes for addition to your dog’s diet, add just a small amount (a teaspoon for a small dog or a tablespoon for a large dog) as the sudden addition of too much extra fiber could lead to gastrointestinal issues. Steaming or boiling the sweet potatoes (rather than roasting them) allows the tubers to retain more nutritional value.This tuber can be a nutritious food your dog will love,” Palika added.

Rosemary Rosemary promotes hair growth and prevents allergy.

Apple cider vinegar After weeks of putting a little apple cider vinegar in your dog’s food, the dog will eventually emit a smell that will repel ticks and fleas.

WebMD advises against prolonged use as part of medical treatment for diabetes as it says: “Consuming apple cider vinegar in food amounts

that unfold soon after the bloody death of General Antonio Luna.

Gregorio del Pilar, also known as Goyo, is one of the youngest generals in the Philippine revolutionary Forces. He died in the ‘Battle of Tirad Pass’ where he was fighting against “Texas Regiment” and Infantry Regiment. At 24 years old, Del Pilar was the youngest general to die during the wars.

is LIKELY SAFE. Apple cider vinegar is POSSIBLY SAFE for most adults when used short-term for medical purposes… Apple cider vinegar might lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Therefore, blood sugar levels need to be monitored closely. Dose adjustments may be necessary for diabetes medications that are taken.”

We do not use apple cider vinegar if the dog has diabetes as it brings down sugar levels and we can not monitor this all the time.

It can also bring down potassium levels so be sure to give malunggay and sweet potatoes with apple cider vinegar to your dog.

The dosage from Pet Insurance: “Use the recommended daily dosage of ACV, which is 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon per 50 pounds of your dog’s body weight. Start with a lower amount and increase if needed.”

Save ALL however puts one cap (takip ng bote) of apple cider vinegar in the food for eight shih tzus as we believe the effect we desire—emitting the smell that ticks and fleas do not like—occurs after a period of time. We also do this to prevent giving too much to the dogs.

So for your dog, just give a few drops in his or her food. Most dogs do not like the taste of apple cider vin-

PAGEANT fanatics say that Miss Philippines Universe 2017 Rachel Peters has a strong chance of replicating Pia Wurtzbach’s success as the country’s third Miss Universe. But what if the Miss Universe pageant is held in the country again, will her being a hometown girl solidify her chances?

That’s an interesting question to answer since Department of Tourism (DOT) chair Wanda Teo revealed that the country has been offered the hosting rights to the next edition of the Miss Universe pageant this November.

According to Teo, the organizers were happy with the event that was held in Philippines in January, when Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach crowned France’s Iris Mittenaere. The pageant, she said, even overshadowed the pre-events of the recent Super Bowl, which is one of the biggest sporting events in the US. If the Philippines does host the pageant again, Teo said that they want the DOT to have more control over the event and, as before, they would have to look for sponsors to shoulder the costs.

Pageant fans are

According the Heneral Luna’s producers, Goyo is part of a trilogy that honors the country’s lesser known heroes who in their own right deserve recognition for their bravery and remarkable deeds. Once they have the resources, Goyo will be followed by the final installment which will feature former president Manuel L. Quezon.

egar and some dogs can experience acidic reaction if given more than the dog can take.

Coco Nectar Coco nectar comes from the flower of the coconut tree. Coco nectar produces the amino acids the body of a human or a dog or a cat needs.

The amino acids, in turn, produce the vitamins that the body needs.

One very important use of coco nectar is it keeps the platelet count at a normal level.

Coco nectar was first used on dengue patients and persons with bloodrelated problems like leukemia.

It was discovered that coco nectar raises the platelet count overnight in dengue patients who drank half a bottle on an empty stomach the night before, and the other half also on a empty stomach the following morning. Hours later, the platelet count started to go up and in a day, the platelet count was to its normal level. This happened to my three human children when they were infected with dengue.

We later tried it on our personal dogs when they were diagnosed with erlichia. The platelet count of our dogs went up when given the coco nectar, especially since the erlichia was detected early. In severe

cases, blood transfusion will be needed, aside from coco nectar.

What happens when the platelet count goes down to a critical level? It can lead to a lot of illnesses and even death.

Thus, we give coco nectar to dogs with erlichia.

As maintenance, we give only a little amount per day. Anything in excess is, as they say often, not good for anyone. So do not overdo it.

We do have our dogs’ blood test done yearly to check the red blood cell count, white blood cell count, and other levels to find out if everything is okay.

Optional food: Carrots A source of Vitamin A, dogs also love carrots as treats.

Pumpkin Also a source of Vitamin A, this is used as an alternative to sweet potato because it is sweet and to bring “excitement” to their meal. Getting sweet potato everyday can be boring, don’t you think?

Romaine Lettuce We give slices of romaine lettuce to dogs to cleanse their kidneys. This is also categorized as “cold” food. We give this at noon time, especially during summer.

crossing their fingers now as the decision as to whether the Philippines will host the 2017 pageant or not will be announced in the next few weeks.

The country is fielding CamSur's Rachel Peters in the annual Olympics of beauty

Prevent illnesses, save funds As you will note, our tips will not only prevent illnesses in your dog which will allow him to have quality of life, it will also save a lot of money.

Instead of paying for medical treatment, pay for prevention meds or vaccination that prevents illnesses that are expensive to treat.

Instead of giving just any food that might lead to illnesses, prepare food or choose the food with the best ingredients recommended by your doctor to keep your dog healthy.

You may save now by buying cheap dog food, but I bet you will spend a lot on medical care for damaged kidneys or liver, among others.

The rule is simple: If you love your dog, you will give your dog the best.

Have a wonderful woof week ahead!

Note: Please send questions to daycarlos28@yahoo.com and state whether you want your name included when we post the questions and answers from veterinarians and experts. I will not however include advice on medical treatment or dispense one as the licensed vet has to do tests and see your dog before a treatment plan can be designed for your dog. As part of promoting responsible pet ownership, we encourage owners to seek advice the vets.

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GRANDE’S MANILA TOUR PUSH THROUGH?

At 23, Nadine Lustre is now more comfortable showing some skin and flaunting her killer curves

NADINE LUSTRE

BOUND TO BE THE SEXIEST

By Nickie Wang

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APAMILYA star and Viva artist Nadine Lustre has spent the rest of her teenage years in the public eye. Now at 23, she is just becoming hot and has been tearing up social media with bikini photos that left fans and supporters in awe.

Nadine has really come a long way since and we’ve watched her mature from the ugly acne ridden and somewhat stubborn teenager in Diary Ng Panget into a carefree and sultry young woman in her latest television outing.

It all began when she posted a photo on Instagram clad in a black twopiece bikini last year. And then this year in January, she surprised her fans when she treated them with a series of beach photos, wearing bikini, of course. She flaunted her sexy back in a photo taken on New Year’s Eve while vacationing with her celebrity friends. As expected, the photo went viral and had been shared across different social media platforms.

Since then, Nadine has not stopped showing some skin, which is very understandable for someone comfortable in her own body.

Do you remember the fashion magazine cover she headlined in February? In one of the photos, she slipped into a lacy black lingerie and gave

the camera a seductive gaze while teasingly covering her chest with a bouquet of white flowers. Another photo sees her wearing a pink bodice she matched with black stockings and a grey fur coat, showing off her toned shoulders in a provocative manner.

In her previous interviews, the 23-year-old singer-actress said that what sets her apart from other stars that are part of a love team is her being mature. While the others portray sweet and innocent image, she and reel and real-life partner James Reid prefer to be seen as a couple that can satisfy anyone’s fantasy.

Their being mature already reflects on the types of project they do whether it’s for television or for a magazine spread.

True enough, Nadine has become an eye candy among Adam’s male offspring.

In the annual sexiest woman poll conducted by FHM Philippines, Nadine is topping the list. It is the same list that she suddenly penetrated in 2016.

The other half of the JaDine love team is ahead of her contemporaries in the “100 Sexiest Women in the World” online poll, which will end on June 1. She is closely followed by Angel Locsin, who held the sexiest title twice in 2005 and in 2010, and then by Kapuso star Rhian Ramos and former FHM “sexiest” Jennylyn Mercado, and Marian Rivera, in third, fourth, and fifth place, respectively.

Jennylyn topped the list in 2015 and came in second to Jessy Mendiola last year. Jessy, on the other hand, failed to make it in the top 10.

Millennial mom Marian, on her part, was hailed ‘Sexiest Woman’ in the Philippines for two consecutive years in 2013 and 2014.

AMERICAN pop star Ariana Grande is scheduled to hold a one-night only concert on Aug. 21 at the Mall of Asia Arena as part of her Dangerous Woman Tour.

However, the 23-year-old singer is heartbroken over the terrorist attack that took place during her recent concert in Manchester, England that left 22 people dead and more than 50 injured. In fact, she has already suspended her show’s European leg.

In a statement released by concert promoter MMI Live, it said that the two-night Dangerous Woman Tour at The O2 Arena and the succeeding concerts in Switzerland have all been cancelled due to the terrorist attack.

“Due to tragic events in Manchester, the Dangerous Woman Tour with Ariana Grande has been suspended until we can further assess the situation and pay our proper respects to those lost. We ask this time that we all continue to support the city of Manchester and all those families affected by this cowardice and senseless act of violence. Our way of life has once again been threatened but we will overcome this together,” the statement said.

The statement did not mention whether or not the suspension will affect Ariana Grande’s Manila concert as well as the other concerts that are supposed to be staged in the region.

Meanwhile, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said on Tuesday it can help secure the August concert of the American pop star following the deadly attack after her concert in England.

In a statement shared with the local press, PNP’s spokesperson asked concert organizer MMI Live to coordinate with the local police unit for them to extend security assistance to ensure the safety of concert goers.

‘DAIG KAYO NG LOLA KO’

TACKLES HONESTY AND SIMPLICITY

The cast of GMA Network weekly fantasy show, "Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko"

KAPUSO stars Ashley Ortega and Enrico Cuerva teach viewers the importance of honesty and simplicity as they continue their kilig love story in Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko’s episode entitled “Santacruzan.”

Now that Tonyo’s secret of pretending to be rich is revealed, Sarah decides to end her friendship with him. However, fate makes their paths cross again as Tonyo realizes his mistake. Will Sarah give the latter a second chance? Or is this the end for the blossoming love they have for each other?

Meanwhile, Alice (Jillian Ward) finally approves of joining the Santacruzan together with Moira (Chlaui Malayao) and

Elvis (David Remo). While preparing for it, she meets her old classmates who give her makeup. On her way home, Alice puts on the makeup. But Lola Goreng tells her that she doesn’t need to have one to feel beautiful.

On the day of the event, as everybody is readily waiting for the procession to start, Alice’s schoolmates plan to humiliate Alice by putting on her so much makeup. Because of this, Alice is being laughed at by everyone. Will Alice use her magic to get revenge on her classmates?

Don’t miss the exciting story of Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko tonight after Hay, Bahay! on GMA Sunday Grande.

American pop star Ariana Grande