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WHAT HAPPENED
AROUND THE WORLD ON
PRIDE MONTH
EverWing is a game on Facebook
WHAT ARE YOU UP TO
By Marjelle Sy
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N JUNE 1969, members of the gay community staged a series of spontaneous demonstrations at Stonewall Inn in New York City to fight for LGBTQ rights. It is widely considered the beginning of the gay liberation movements in the US.
Today, 48 years since the Stonewall riots, the LGBTQ community annually celebrates Gay Pride through marches and rallies—typically held in June to coincide with the anniversary of the 1969 uprising. These events aim to gather members of the gay community to march and take a stand for their rights, and to raise awareness in modern discrimination. The waving of the iconic rainbow flag has the people, whether LGBTQ or not, come together to support gay rights Here are some of the many LGBTQ events around the world on Pride Month.
March on June 11. The event’s advocacies highlighted the rights of people with disabilities, the prevention of violence against LGBTQ people, and the rights of LGBTQ immigrants. The Equality March also doubled as an anti-Trump rally as other participants expressed resistance to the Trump administration. This event also commemorated the 49 lives lost in the mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Florida on June 12, 2016.
SHOOTING MONSTERS ON
EVERWING
THANKS to Facebook’s new Instant Games cross-platform gaming experience, we now know who among our FB friends is/are the most competitive. In case you haven’t been invited to play EverWing on Facebook Messenger, let us tell you what some netizens are currently up to. EverWing is a scrolling shooter game created by Blackstorm Labs, and released on the Instant Games platform in Facebook Messenger in November 2016. The premise of the game is pretty simple:
LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ join the Pune Parade (Photo by Anup Satphale)
Pune Pride Parade Maharashtra, India, June 11
Pink dot is Singapore's symbol of Pride (Photo by K.Y. Lee)
Singapore’s Gay Pride Rally Singapore, June 1
Although sexual activity between men is illegal in Singapore, the LGBTQ community in the Lion City is well respected. The Pink Dot rally organizes the annual Singapore’s Gay Pride Rally since 2009, during which participants wear pink. During the rally at Hong Lim Park, attendees have a picnic first before they form a giant pink dot to show support for inclusiveness, diversity, and the freedom to love.
The 7th Pune Parade was held from the Chhatrapati Sambhaji Garden to Garware Chowk, with 700 participants waving rainbow flags and rainbow-colored placards. Parade attendees were asked to “dress decently” in compliance with the country’s culture. This pride march was a low-key one, but was still given a huge amount of support from members of the LGBTQ community and non-LGBTQ. The participants continuously chanted “Prem mhanje prem asta, tumcha amcha same asta” which translates to “Love is love; whether it’s yours or mine, it’s the same.”
Players have five columns on which they can scroll their Guardian to shoot down Monsters and Bosses, and catch coins and other special rewards. You can pick from Alice, Fiona, Sophia, Lily, Aurora, Lenore, Jade, and Arcana as your Guardian—each has its own skill. You must dodge the monsters, falling fireballs, and projectiles fired by Bosses to keep your Guardian alive. Turn to E2
Edinburgh Pride celebrates Scottish Diversity (Photo by Wullie Marr) The Equality March honors Pulse shooting victims (Photo by Michelle Haven)
Equality March for Unity and Pride Washington D.C., USA, June 11
Edinburgh Pride Edinburgh, Scotland, June 17
Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, celebrated the 22nd year of its pride parade with the theme “Scottish Diversity.” Approximately 10,000 Thousands of people rallied for LGBTQ rights from Farragut participants marched from the Scottish Parliament to the Teviot Square to the National Mall in Washington D.C. for the Equality House to support the LGBTQ community. Turn to E2
THE FIRST TRUE DEDICATED BIKE LANE IN A METRO MANILA CBD
The bike lanes are purpose built and integrated into the expansive sidewalks of Filinvest City
IF ONLY we could bike to work, we wouldn’t have to deal with snail-speed traffic, irate commuters, and the bumpy journey filled with hellish challenges that make one exhausted even before his day begins. Biking from one place to another is healthier and cheaper, too, compared with other forms of commute. Dedicated bike lanes in Metro Manila still have a long way to go, but we are making progress. In fact, Filinvest City has opened the first phase of the “first true dedicated bike lanes to be found in any CBD (central business district) in Metro Manila.” The introduction of this pioneering bike lanes, which are purpose built and integrated into the expansive sidewalks of Filinvest
City, is part of the enhanced masterplan that is being rolled out and implemented in the premier garden city in the south. Part of the said masterplan is the interconnectivity of all its thoroughfares via bike lanes and pedestrian sidewalks. This move delights various bike organizations and citizen groups like the Firefly Brigade that have been active in campaigning for pedestrian and bike friendly roads within the metro. Jack Yabut, representing the Firefly Brigade, joined Dolly Macam, senior project development manager of Filinvest City in Scan this icon to the launching ceremonies. view the PDF
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FOOD TRIP
Just like last year, this year’s Edinburgh Pride event was dedicated to the victims of Pulse Nightclub shooting. This Gay Pride event also had a health and wellbeing fair, entertainment for the whole family, and ceilidh.
Metro Manila Pride March and Festival Marikina City, Philippines, June 24
The Metro Manila Pride is the longest-running Pride March in Southeast Asia, celebrating its 23rd march this year. “Here Together” was the theme and rallying cry of the MMPride 2017, which was held in Marikina City for the first time. The event aimed to “tell the country that LGBTQ or not, we are here for each other, for equality, for love, for pride.”
Philadelphia's Rainbow Crosswalk (Photo by LGBTQ Nation)
The creation of Permanent Rainbow Crosswalks
The iconic LGBTQ rainbow symbol has been painted permanently on the streets of cities in various countries to show solidarity with the LGBTQ community. Vancouver, Toronto, San Francisco, Swift Current, Ottawa, and Seattle are just some of the cities that permanently painted a rainbow crosswalk. This action symbolized the recognition of equality around the world.
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EverWing was one of the many games first rolled out on Facebook’s messaging app. And while it has been available since late last year—it was named a Facebook Game of the Year in 2016—it’s only in the past few months that we are getting onto the bandwagon. Even though the game is simple in execution, its social, fun, and competitive nature makes playing it more engaging. You only need to open a conversation with a friend or friends (group chat), tap on the game controller icon below, and choose EverWing. After finishing a round, people in the conversation will see your score and will have to opportunity to challenge you back—this is where you and your friends try to beat the scores of each other in order to determine the top player of the week. Friendships are tested and the competitive side of one another is revealed—but on top of it all, it’s an entertaining and challenging way to past time.
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O YOU and your significant other love to eat out, or both of you are always ready to try something new to partake of. Well, here’s an idea: Ditch the restaurant in the meantime and go instead on a food crawl around Metro Manila’s hottest food trip spots.
Bonding hack: Don’t bring a car; commute, this way you’ll have a Discover hidden gems along Lilac Street chance to get to know what kind of commuter/adventurer you both Get that homey, are while squeezing in a few hours of workout. small town vibe on this street in Marikina. Lilac has a lot of underrated hole-inthe-wall restaurants that you will surely enjoy discovering. Try Breakfast Brothers, Singlish for Singaporean fare, and Manila Wings. How to commute: Ride the MRT going to Araneta CenterCubao station. From there, walk to Aurora Boulevard and look for an FX or jeep going to SSS village. Ask the driver to drop you Feast from Lilac's restos (By @akikotheexplorer on IG) off on Lilac Street.
A street in Binondo (Photo by @jm.sabariaga on Instagram)
Dim sum date in Binondo
Take your sweetheart to the busy streets of the world’s oldest Chinatown for no frills but highly recommended eats. Top destinations are Dong Bei Dumplings, Sincerity Cafe & Restaurant, and Masuki Noodlehouse. While you’re in the area, drop by historical places like Binondo Church, Escolta, and the Kuang Kong Temple. How to commute: Take the LRT-1 and get off at Carriedo Station.
Restaurant hopping on Maginhawa
If you guys are looking for cozy, artsy restaurants, this is the place to be. You and your SO will have fun visiting a lot of family-owned, independent restos here, and snapping a few Instagrammable fares. Check out The Lost Bread HQ for specialty french toast, Ahi Hawaii for poke bowls, or Flip Guys for good ol’ burgers and nachos. How to commute: (From South) From EDSA, take any Northbound bus going to PHILCOA. Get down at PHILCOA and take a trike to Maginhawa. (From North) From EDSA, ride a bus going to Quezon Avenue (ilalim), get down at Mcdonald’s Quezon Avenue and cross to the other side. Ride a jeep going to PHILCOA, get down at the last Maginhawa treats (Photo by @youukneesx on IG) stop, then take a trike to Maginhawa.
COOL TIPS FOR HOT DAYS PET TALES
BY DESIREE CARLOS THE weather is so unpredictable these days that both humans and pets are getting sick with the abrupt changes in temperature. As furparents, let us try our best to prevent illnesses among our pets due to extreme heat. Allow me to share some of the things the vets advised us to do to keep our pets safe and well. Your dog can die of heat stroke or heart attack due to extreme heat, thus, I hope these tips will help you, furparents. 1. NEVER LEAVE YOUR DOG INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE. No matter what your reason is, please do not leave your dog inside your car on a hot day. Temperature rises fast inside a car. Your dog will die of heat stroke. 2. Give cooling food as treats, such as Mexican turnips or singkamas, watermelon WITHOUT THE SEEDS, and carrots. 3. Give your dog a bath at least once a week. If your dog is a big dog or an asong Pinoy (aspin), wet them if they stay outdoor. This helps cool them down, too. During summer, we bathe the dogs twice a week.
Century City Mall's Hole in the Wall (Photo by @antonlouiis on Instagram)
Tour the Hole in the Wall
Did you know that Century City Mall hosts a stretch of unique, quirky, and Instagram-worthy restaurants? Located on the fourth floor, this air-conditioned area is the perfect chill out place for you and your loved one while you guys partake of mouth-watering burgers, egg waffles, chicken wings, and more. How to commute: Take the MRT to Buendia station. From there, ride a jeep with the signboard “LRT Buendia/Washington”. Get down at Gil Puyat Ave. corner Makati Ave. where the Petron gas station is. Walk towards Pasig River (past 4 streets: Jupiter, Juno, Hercules, and Neptune), and then turn left at Neptune Street/Durban (when you see Pizza Hut and Shakey’s). Finally, cross the pedestrian lane at Kalayaan Avenue going to Century City Mall. Oh, and don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes, like Skechers Go Walk 4, to make your commute more enjoyable and less exhausting.
4. Do not walk them too far or too long. “Adjust intensity and duration of exercise in accordance with the temperature. On very hot days, limit exercise to early morning or evening hours, and be especially careful with pets with white-colored ears, who are more susceptible to skin cancer, and shortnosed pets, who typically have difficulty breathing. Asphalt gets very hot and can burn your pet’s paws, so walk your dog on the grass if possible. Always carry water with you to keep your dog from dehydrating,” the Humane Society of the United States says. 5. If they stay in cages outside the house (but give roaming and walking time please), wet the floor under the cage, and around it. Do this every hour if you have to. It depends on how hot it is on a given day. If the water dries up easily, then you have to wet the floor every 30 minutes to keep the surroundings of the dog cool. 6. Make sure you have a bowl of water accessible to your pet. CHANGE THE WATER EVERY HOUR AS THE WATER GETS WARM. This is not good for your dog. His body temperature will rise. If there is a heat wave or it is too hot, you can put a cube of ice in the dog’s bowl. Continued on E3 Lucas, a 10-year-old shih tzu, loves singkamas—a cooling treat best given to dogs during hot days
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GIL CUERVA
MORE THAN JUST A HUNK. As one the objectified male TV stars today, showbiz newbie Gil Cuerva also hopes that one day people will also notice his acting ability.
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gave him the guts to audition for the coveted role. He also shared that he was surprised upon hearing the news of his casting since he didn’t expect to get it. He then started watching the entire series (the original version) and underwent a series of acting workshops facilitated by Joyce Bernal, who is directing the local adaptation of the hit Korean drama. “Right now, I’m still getting familiar with the whole experience. I’m trying to embrace everything including the pressure that comes with it. I promise to always put my best foot forward,” the towering Cuerva ended. – Nikckie Wang
All the speculations were crushed though when in December the network introduced Gil Cuerva as Mercado’s leading man. The announcement got everybody asking who this newbie was. Many even questioned Cuerva’s ability to give justice to the character the Filipino audience loved. Fast forward to the series’ pilot telecast, Cuerva felt overwhelmed when viewers warmly welcomed the show including his performance as the leading man. “I’m not used to this kind of support I’m getting from fans. I’m overwhelmed by the response from the people who watch the series and the number fans is growing each day,” said Cuerva in a recent interview with the entertainment press. Supporters were also particular on the episode where Cuerva appeared on the screen taking a shower half-naked. The scene is part of the episode, uploaded by GMA Network YouTube channel, which has now been viewed more than a million times on the popular video sharing site. This puts the 21-year-old model-turned-actor the envy of some men and the newest fantasy of the female and gay fans of the show. “I appreciate it, I guess, in a way. It just means that they like me. I am thankfully that they find me attractive, sexy or whatever,” he said. Although he’s used to showing some skin being a model, Cuerva is still adjusting to being one of those objectified male TV stars. The actor understands that his leading-man career is partially dependent on his physique, but hopes that one day people would also notice his acting ability. “In the future, I hope ma-notice nila na maganda rin yung acting [ko], which right now I’m trying to get better,” he beamed. Cuerva admitted that he was very nervous in his first acting stint and it was pure determination that Gil Cuerva in a viral scene from "My Love from the Star" pilot telecast
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7. Plants cool the place. As Ruby Bautista, admin of animal welfare group Save Animals of Love and Light (Save ALL) said, “A tree’s cooling effect is equivalent to that of a one-horse power aircon unit.” If you do not have a place to plant trees, you can put potted plants on cemented areas instead. The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reminds pet owners: “Any time your pet is outside, make sure he or she has protection from heat and sun, and [has] plenty of fresh, cold water.” It adds: “Tree shade and tarps are ideal because they don’t obstruct air flow. A doghouse does not provide relief from heat—in fact, it makes it worse.” 8. For those who can afford it, you can buy a cooling body wrap, vest, or mat which you soak in cool water. These will remain cool (but dry) for three days. This is useful for dogs who do not like to take baths. 9. Take the dog’s temperature.
KATY PERRY...
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AST year, there were speculations that Alden Richards would star opposite Jennylyn Mercado in the local adaptation of My Love from the Star, the romantic Korean drama that took Asian TV by storm in 2014. Other names surfaced including Ken Chan, Richard Juan, Lharby Policarpio, and Jake Ejercito as among those that auditioned and were considered for the role originally played by Korean superstar Kim Soo Hyun.
“It’s important to remember that it’s not just the ambient temperature but also the humidity that can affect your pet,” says Dr. Barry Kellogg, VMD, of the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association. “Animals pant to evaporate moisture from their lungs, which takes heat away from their body. If the humidity is too high, they are unable to cool themselves, and their temperature will skyrocket to dangerous levels—very quickly,” he adds. Touch your dog. If he or she is hot in some parts of the body, check the temperature. “Dogs’ temperatures should not be allowed to get over 104 degrees,” he says. Here are some signs of heat stroke: -heavy panting -glazed eyes -rapid heartbeat -difficulty in breathing -excessive thirst -lethargy -fever -dizziness -lack of coordination -profuse salivation -vomiting
-a deep red or purple tongue -seizure -unconsciousness The animals who are at risk for heat stroke are those who are: -very old -very young -overweight -not conditioned to prolonged exercise -diagnosed with a heart or respiratory disease Breeds prone to this are boxers, pugs, shih tzus, and other dogs and cats with short muzzles. If you see these signs, do the following: -Move your pet to a shaded or an airconditioned area. -Put ice packs or cold towels to the head, neck, and chest or run cool (not cold) water over your pet. -Give small amounts of cool water or let her lick ice cubes. -Bring to a veterinarian ASAP. A word of caution from the HSUS: An electric fan will not be enough to cool down your pet. Please follow the tips above. May your dogs be safe and well always. Namaste!
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“California Gurls” feat. Snoop Dogg According to Perry, this ode to fun in the sun is her answer to Jay-Z’s tribute to New York, “Empire State of Mind.” In an interview, she said that she was inspired to write the song as she watched her friends go crazy at a party listening to the rap icon’s salute to his home city. This beach-friendly pop tune, which Perry co-wrote with Lukasz “Dr. Luke” Gottwald and Max Martin (the same team who produced her first hit “I Kissed a Girl”), is the first single from her third studio album, Teenage Dream. It ruled US Billboard Chart for six weeks.
“Teenage Dream” Perry wrote the lyrics of this song with Bonnie McKee, a singer/songwriter who released her own debut album in 2004 but found herself working on a string of Perry’s hits, including “California Gurls” and ‘Roar,” and “Teenage Dream.” Perry and McKee rewrote the song five or six times until Max Martin and Dr. Luke were satisfied. According to Billboard, the song was only the third Hot 100 #1 title with the subject matter of paying ode to teenage years. The other two were Mark Dinning’s 1960 chart-topper “Teen Angel” and Ringo Starr’s 1974 hit, “You’re Sixteen.” The hit song was No.1 on Billboard 100 Charts for two weeks.
“Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” In one of her interviews in 2010, Perry said that she was inspired to write this track after running naked through a park. The Californian added that despite drawing from her own experiences in the tune, the raunchy threesome mentioned in the track didn’t actually happen. When this single climbed to #1 on Billboard Hot 100, Perry became the first woman, and second artist overall following Michael Jackson, to send five songs from an album to #1.
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KATY PERRY MAKES MUSIC
Little Tristan played by child wonder James Quilantang
New Kapamilya star Richard Gutierrez as Sandrino Imperial, the supreme leader of the vampires
Angel Locsin and John Lloyd Cruz reprise their roles as Lia and Mateo, the protagonists in "Lobo" and "Imortal"
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‘LA LUNA SANGRE’ IS TAKING WORLD WIDE WEB BY STORM
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LD legends and folklores tell nothing about any hostility between vampires and werewolves. In fact, ancient traditions say werewolves become vampires after being killed. It’s only in contemporary gothic literature (Underworld, Van Helsing, Twilight) that these supernatural beings are at war. Nonetheless, stories of vampires and werewolves and their animosity against each other are big hits among audiences. And it’s the same thing that is happening to La Luna Sangre, the sequel to the series Lobo and Imortal, which revolve around the lives and conflicts between blood thirsty creatures. Dubbed as Kapamilya’s biggest TV project for 2017, the series is living up to and even exceeding everyone’s expectations. The announcement of the series being produced by ABS-CBN was made on Nov. 22 during the network’s Christmas Trade Launch at the Marriot Grand Ballroom last year. As soon as the news reached the fans and the teaser was released on YouTube, the hashtag #lalunasangre instantly lodged on the top spot in the trending topic list on Twitter the following day. Since then, three trailers had been
released by ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel, and collectively, these videos have amassed millions of views. When the series debuted on Monday, viewers were given a glimpse of the current situation between warring vampires and werewolves. Easily picked up by netizens, Twitter topic #LaLunaSangreAngSimula with close to a million tweets, became a trending topic in the Philippines and worldwide. The following day, #LaLunaSangreAngPropesiya hashtag dominated the microblogging site as early as 10 a.m.. You see, La Luna Sangre has been trending on Twitter since its first episode. In the pilot telecast, viewers saw Angel Locsin and John Lloyd Cruz reprise their roles as Lia and Mateo, respectively. They are now married and have a child who they named Malia. The episode likewise introduced the other characters of the series played by Joross Gamboa, Ina Raymundo, Gelli de Belen, and Richard Gutierrez. And while Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla’s characters as Malia and Tristan are still building up, the child actors playing their “little” characters stole the spotlight for the first few episodes of the series. There’s a special mention to Little Tristan (James Quilantang), whose photos have been flooding numerous social media platforms since he appeared on the first episode. The charming kid obviously has stolen the hearts of the viewers. On the other hand, La Luna Sangre’s performance in the ratings game is commendable as well. Citing data from Kantar Media, the pilot episode of the series delivered a national TV rating of 33.9 percent beating its rival program which only scored 13.8 percent. For the entire week, the series maintained its position as the second most-watched series on primetime, just a few points behind FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano. And based on the data from AGB Nielsen (NUTAM), La Luna Sangre dominated primetime viewership for the entire week, too.
THE CHAINSMOKERS RETURNING TO MANILA
EDM SUPERSTARS. Andrew Taggart and Alex Paul of the Grammywinning duo, The Chainsmokers.
EDM-POP duo Andrew Taggart and Alex Paul of The Chainsmokers are coming back to Manila for a one-night concert on Sept. 13 at the Mall of Asia Arena. The concert, which is part of the American duo’s Memories Do Not Open World Tour, will feature special guest Nick Martin, a “rising talent in the commercial house scene.” According to concert promoter MMI Live, through a social media post on Monday, Taggart and Paul will serve up fresh tunes from their debut studio album Memories…Do Not Open that they released just this April. The Grammy-winning duo proved themselves to be the breakout story of 2016 with over five billion global streams and three multi-platinum singles including “Closer,” “Don’t Let Me Down,” and “Roses,” will stage
their third concert in the country after performing to a sold-out crowd back in 2016 and 2014. Formed in 2012, the EDM duo broke through with 2014’s “Selfie” before releasing a debut EP, Bouquet, which features the chart-topping “Roses.” The Chainsmokers released two more hit singles, “Don’t Let Me Down” featuring Daya and “Closer,” which featured the vocals of Halsey and hit the top of the charts in both the U.S. and the U.K. They also had a recent collaboration with Coldplay titled “Something Just Like This,” which the British rock band performed when they held their show in Manila in April. Tickets for the show will go on public sale on June 28 at P6,300 for VIP, and P1312.50 for the General Admission.
RIGHT on the heels of her social media record, being the first Twitter user to reach 100 million followers on the microblogging site, pop superstar Katy Perry has made another history after becoming the first artist in RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) Gold & Platinum Program history to earn three Diamond Song Awards. Perry’s iconic song “Roar” has earned a Diamond certification surpassing the 10-million threshold counting song sales and streams in the United States following previously Diamond-certified songs “Dark Horse” and “Firework.” This feat puts the singer just above Eminem and Lady Gaga, the only other artists to lodge two Diamond Song awards for “Not Afraid” and “Love the Way You Lie,” and “Poker Face” and “Bad Romance,” respectively. Perry, who has already staged three concerts in Manila, the last being in May 2015, has endeared fans with numerous hits since she debuted in 2001. In retrospect, we are counting down the American singer’s other biggest songs that are also worthy of any record award. “I Kissed a Girl” In this song Perry dips her toes into the experimental sea when she kisses a girl after a night of clubbing (drinks are involved). She admits to liking it, but it isn’t anything meaningful. In 2008, Billboard announced that this song had officially become the 1,000th #1 US single of the Rock era, which began in 1955 when “Rock Around The Clock” by Bill Haley and the Comets reached #1 on what was then called the Best Sellers chart. The single stayed at No. 1 for 7 weeks. Turn to E3