Iligan City lass is PH’s bet at Miss Charm International 2023 in Vietnam

ANNABELLE McDonnell, Miss Universe

Philippines 2022 first runner-up, is currently in Vietnam competing in the ongoing Miss Charm International 2023. The 22-year-old FilipinoBritish beauty, born in the United Kingdom and raised in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, was appointed by Miss Charm International and local franchise holder Empire TV as the country’s representative.

McDonnell, who’s pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Consular and Diplomatic Affairs at De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, works as an assistant at Iligan City Mayor’s Office. An abandoned child, she worked hard to fulfill her dream to become a beauty queen.

“I can’t believe that I’m living out my dream of representing the Philippines in an international pageant,” said the former Miss Iligan 2018 and Miss Lanao del Norte 2019.

Miss Charm International, a pageant that aims to promote Vietnamese culture and tourism to the world, was launched in 2019 but was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It will have its final night on February 16, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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Binibining Pilipinas 2023 Top 40 Official

Candidates presented

The Official Top 40 candidates of Binibining Pilipinas 2023 recently named are a mix of experienced and newcomers in national pageants who will vie for the three titles up for grabs. Anna Lakrini, who finished in the Top 12 last year and is the only returning contestant, leads other aspirants including Angelica Lopez and Mirjan Hipolito, Top 16 semi-finalists in Miss Universe Philippines 2022 and 2021, respectively.

Coming from Miss World Philippines 2021 are Trisha Martinez (Miss Tourism Philippines 2021) and Lea Macapagal (Top 15); while from Miss Philippines Earth are Sofia Galve (Miss Philippines Eco-Tourism 2021), Ma. Gianna Margarita Llanes (Miss Philippines Earth–Water 2020), and Kiara Giel Gregorio (Miss

Philippines Earth-Air 2016).

Mary Joy Dacoron, a professional volleyball player and former member of the Adamson University Lady Falcons, may follow in the footsteps of Michelle Gumabao, who won Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2018. Jessilen Salvador, sister of actress Maja Salvador, also made the list. The rest of the candidates are Elaiza Dee Alzona, Paulina Labayo, Jeanne Isabelle Bilasano, Rheema Adakkoden, Zeah Nestle Pala, Lyra Punsalan, Katrina Mae Sese, Alasha Reign Parani, Samantha Dana Bug-os, Vientree Zoe Santiago, Anje Mae Manipol, Andrea Marie Sulangi, April Angelu Barro, Charismae Almarez, Julia Mae Mendoza, Rasha Cortez Al Enzi, Juvel Cyrene Bea, Tracy Lois Bedua, Sharmaine Magdasoc, Babyernh Llong, Xena Ramos, Paola Allison Araño, Mary Chiles Balan, Pia Isabel Duloguin, Julianne Rose Reyes, Candy Vollinger, Katrina Anne Jhonson, Allhia Charmaine Estores, Lorraine Jara, and Yesley Cabanos.

Bb. Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI), headed by chairperson Stella Márquez Araneta, had withdrawn from the Miss Grand International pageant leaving the organization with the Miss International, Miss Intercontinental, and Miss Globe franchises for the pageant’s 59th edition.

Jessy Mendiola

Childbirth is neither easy nor pretty, but Jessy made it look otherwise. With a complete set of lashes and curled hair, the actress ensured she was picture-ready after going into labor. She sets a good example that while motherhood requires a lot of time and energy, mothers should still look out for themselves and indulge in things that make them happy. It also helps that Jessy has her humorous and doting husband, Luis Manzano, to help her raise their firstborn.

…are not talking about

Willie Revillame

Speculations about problems circulating AllTV have been abuzz on social media lately, but the renowned host decided to clear the air. He explained that Wowowin is having renovations to accommodate a live audience soon, and he further lamented how the public is cheering at their alleged failure as a network. Now, where have we seen similar circumstances before?

Donnalyn Bartolome

After that “be grateful for work” incident early this 2023, Donnalyn is back at it again with a similar narrative. This time, she’s telling a netizen to be thankful that she has someone who can give her children. Possibly a nod to Donnalyn’s love life, or lack of one, some people found the remark a little tonedeaf because of many possible circumstances, not all of them pretty. Maybe it’s time Donnalyn dropped the grateful script and tried something else for encouragement.

GMA Regional TV launches lineup of morning news programs

VIEWERS in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao now have first access to the latest and relevant local news as GMA Regional TV (RTV) launches its morning news shows brought by the same teams that produce the award-winning RTV weekday flagship afternoon newscasts.

“We start 2023 with the launch of GMA Regional TV morning news programs as we remain steadfast in our mission to enrich the lives of Filipinos everywhere with the responsible delivery of news and information in various communities across the Philippines, solidifying GMA Integrated News as the ‘News Authority of the Filipino,’” says Oliver Victor Amoroso, First Vice President and Head of GMA Regional TV and Synergy, and Acting Head of GMA Integrated News.

From North Central Luzon, catch Mornings with GMA Regional TV anchored by award-winning regional news producer Joanne Ponsoy with presenter Harold Reyes. The pioneering morning show is produced by the team behind the top-rating and awardwinning afternoon flagship newscast GMA Regional TV One North Central Luzon.

Joining Joanne and Harold are Pangasinan-based regional correspondents Jasmin GabrielGalban, Russel Simorio, and Claire Lacanilao; Ilocos-based regional correspondent Ivy Hernando and a wide network of stringers in Abra, Aurora, Bataan, Batanes, Benguet, Cagayan, Isabela, La Union, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, Quirino, Tarlac, and Zambales.

Following its recent special citation for Best Public Service Program from the Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA), GMA Regional TV Live! will keep Kapuso viewers in the loop for important local news. Anchored by GMA Regional TV Balitang Bisdak award-winning regional correspondent Nikko Sereno and veteran news presenter Cecille Quibod-Castro, the program continues its brand of serbisyong totoo in Central and Eastern Visayas. Joining them are regional correspondents Alan Domingo, LouAnne Mae Rondina, and Fe Marie Dumaboc with stringers from Bohol, Leyte, Negros Oriental, Samar, and

‘Mornings with GMA Regional TV’ will be anchored by award-winning regional news producer Joanne Ponsoy with presenter Harold Reyes Siquijor.

Meanwhile, the first-ever unified Hiligaynon TV morning program, GMA Regional TV Early Edition, now delivers the latest news for Western Visayas. Stay updated with broadcast journalist Adrian Prietos and news presenter Kaitlene Rivilla. With them are Iloilo City-based regional correspondents Zen Quilantang, Darylle Marie Sarmiento, and John Sala; and Bacolod City-based regional news producer Aileen Pedreso

Also contributing the latest stories are stringers in Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo Province, and Negros Occidental.

Viewers in Mindanao can catch more news that matters to them with At Home with GMA Regional TV

The first and only unified morning news program in Mindanao, At Home with GMA Regional TV is anchored by award-winning Davao-based regional correspondent Jandi Esteban, Cagayan de Oro-based regional news producer Cyril Chaves, Zamboanga-based regional news producer Krissa Dapitan, and General Santos-based regional news producer Abbey Caballero

With the team are Davao Citybased regional correspondent Rgil Relator and regional news producer Kent Abrigana ; General Santos Citybased regional news producer Jestoni Jumamil ; Cagayan de Oro-based regional news producer James Paolo Yap ; and Zamboanga-based regional news producer Efren Mamac Stringers from Bukidnon, Butuan City, Cotabato City, Davao Provinces, Dipolog, Iligan City, Jolo in Sulu, Kidapawan City, Pagadian City, and Surigao City also contribute to the morning newscast.