Maria Aragon on The Bottomline

This Saturday, YouTube Sensation Maria Aragon takes the hot seat as she hums beautiful music on “Bottomline with Boy Abunda.”



The eleven-year old Filipino-Canadian singer has already showed so much talent. Her passion for music started at an early age when she encountered a ‘videoke’ box for the first time and fell in love with singing right there and then. Eventually, music became a big a part of her life.



Her love for music never faltered and Lady Gaga herself recognized the talent she has when she watched Maria Aragon’s “Born this Way” cover. Later on, she was invited to share her talent and perform on big TV shows such as “Ellen de Generes” and “Good Morning America.”



Maria tells Boy how she was raised, how she came to love music, and what she intends to do to make her dreams come true.



See her perform and watch her interview on “Bottomline with Boy Abunda” this Saturday after “Banana Split.”

Ninoy: Sa Puso ng Pinoy Documentary Airs This Sunday

Many Filipinos honor him as one of our country’s modern day heroes. He is known as the father of President Noynoy Aquino and actress Kris Aquino. He is immortalized in the country’s P500 bill. But who really is the man behind these larger-than-life images?



For those who grew up not knowing who he really is, here is a chance to learn more about Ninoy Aquino this Sunday (Aug 21) when ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs commemorates his 28th death anniversary in a video-biography entitled “Ninoy: Sa Puso ng Pinoy” to be hosted by Piolo Pasual.



This is the first time Piolo will be hosting a documentary, and in an interview with “TV Patrol,” the ultimate leading man revealed that he has always wanted to become a journalist like Ninoy thus, this project is a dream come true to him.



“It has always been my desire to be a news anchor. It is such a big honor for me to narrate such a wonderful story. I hope another opportunity like this would arise in the future,” said Piolo in a report aired on “TV Patrol.”



Piolo, who once portrayed the martyred senator in a special “MMK” episode, will show viewers who Ninoy is in the eyes of his children, his siblings, childhood friends, allies and other people he worked or interacted with in the various stages of his life. The special documentary will dig archival photos, videos, and articles on the news archives and other sources to give you a full grasp of what he was like when he was still alive.



How did Ninoy capture the imagination of Filipinos, enthrall the international media and earn everyone’s respect and admiration? Find out this Sunday (Aug 21) on “Sunday’s Best” after “Gandang Gabi Vice.”

Super Senior Citizens on Patrol ng Pilipino

Old age is usually associated with slowing down. But for some Filipino senior citizens, getting older is not a reason to stop trying out new things and leading active lifestyles.



This Tuesday (August 16) on “Patrol ng Pilipino,” three “super” grandparents will reveal their fountain of youth in the report of ABS-CBN correspondent Gretchen Malalad.



At the age of 67, Lola Techie of the famous TV commercials for an internet service provider still finds time to play badminton despite her hectic schedule.



Sixty-two year old Lolo Luis, on the other hand, attends taekwondo classes with his grandchildren. Oscar M. Lopez, the chairman of the Lopez Group of Companies and ABS-CBN Chairman Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III’s uncle, is also strong for his age of 81 years old.



Recently, Oscar climbed the summit of Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia.



Meanwhile, also watch for ABS-CBN correspondent Sol Aragones’ report on the alarming growth of dengue cases in Metro Manila. In Quezon City alone, 2,574 Filipinos have already been stricken of the deadly illness.



How can dengue be cured and why are people dying from this sickness? Hear the stories of those inflicted with dengue to learn how to avoid it on “Patrol ng Pilipino,” this Tuesday (Agosto 16), after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Piolo Pascual Teams Up With ABS-CBN News Team for Ninoy Aquino Special

Hunk actor Piolo Pascual is teaming up with ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs to relive the legacy of former senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. and his love story with former President Corazon "Cory" Aquino.



Pascual will serve as the narrator for "Ninoy sa Puso ng Pinoy" which will be aired on ABS-CBN Channel 2 on August 21, in time for Aquino's 28th death anniversary.



"Gusto naming gawin 'to lalo na para sa henerasyon naming hindi pa masyadong nakakakilala kay Ninoy," Pascual told ABS-CBN News.



"Malaking karangalan sa'kin na mag-narrate ng napakagandang storya. Dito natin makikilala ang ating modernong bayani."



Asked what he admires about Aquino, the actor said, "Bilib ako sa guts niya, dignidad niya, sa mga pinaglaban niya bilang mover noong 80s."



He added that he also wants to be a journalist, just like Aquino.



"I've always wanted to be a newscaster. Gusto ko mag-present ng news," said Pascual, who took up Communication Arts at the University of Santo Tomas.



Last year, Pascual played the role of Aquino in ABS-CBN's drama anthology "Maalaala Mo Kaya."



The episode marked the 77th birth anniversary of Cory Aquino's husband.



Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Fake Unleaded Gasoline Exposed on XXX

Mga mandaraya sa isang gasolinahan sa Laguna na umano’y nagbebenta ng pekeng premium gasoline sa kanilang mga customer ang titiktikan ni Julius Babao ngayong Lunes (Agosto 15) sa “XXX.”



Ekslusibong nakunan ng programa ang sinasabing pagma-magic ng unleaded gasoline na hinahaluan ng isang kemikal at sa isang iglap ay nagmumukha nang premium gasoline.



Mas mahal ang benta sa merkado ng premium, kung kaya’t walang takot na nanloloko ang mga ito.



Samantala, tututukan ni Pinky Webb ang aborsiyonistang nagpapanggap na hilot at isisawalat ni Anthony Taberna ang kabalastugan at ang pagawaan ng pekeng health permit sa Pasay.



Panoorin ang “XXX” ngayong Lunes (Agosto 15) pagkatapos ng “Bandila” sa ABS-CBN.

Animal Adaptation on Matanglawin

Join Kuya Kim as he is lifted out of his comfort zone and tested for his knowledge on adaptation to be able to find food, water and shelter as well as discover how and why animals have changed over generations in another exciting episode of “Matanglawin.”



Find out why dumpy tree frogs prefer trees over ponds and why some penguins have evolved to not only waddle and swim but also to hop.



Kuya Kim also traces why flightless birds like the rockhopper penguin can’t fly and why giraffes have grown long necks as a means to get by.



Did you know that there is a fish that can stay in the water plus live on land when the water becomes dry? But if animals can adapt, why did some species become extinct?



Animals will prove how they stayed on top and survived by always changing as long as they’re alive this Sunday (Aug 14) in “Matanglawin,” 9:0 AM on ABS-CBN.

Julius Babao on Special Documentary About Gays

Is it fun to be gay? Julius Babao examines the lives of homosexuals in a musical-comedy documentary “Happy ba si Becky?” this Saturday (Aug 13) in “ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs Special Report.”



Julius looks at the emotional state of the Pinoy gays given the different conditions influencing their lives like career, family, society, and even love.



He will also feature successful gays in the industry like Vice Ganda and visit gay men who growing old alone in the Home for the Golden Gays.



Watch “ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs Special Report” this Saturday at 4 PM.



Then join Ted Failon as he probes the state of public hospitals in the country in “Failon Ngayon.” Ted checks on public hospital’s facilities and if they are enough to support the medical needs of their patients.



Watch “Failon Ngayon” at 4:45 PM on ABS-CBN.

Karen Davila's 'Krusada' on Quality Healthcare

Compared to private health institutions, public hospitals offer cheaper, and sometimes free medical services. Poor Filipino families depend on them for their medical needs.



What will happen if government-managed hospitals such as the Philippine Heart Center, San Lazaro Hospital and Philippine Orthopedic Center become privatized?



This Thursday (August 11), Karen Davila will present the implications of Department of Health (DOH)’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) program, which is said to improve the services offered by public hospitals.



Will this shift aid the poor or will it only burden them?



Promoting quality healthcare has long been Karen Davila’s cause. This is why she expresses concern over this new measure pushed by the government.



Listen, take part and be one in her crusade for quality healthcare this Thursday (August 11) in “Krusada” after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Patrol ng Pilipino Zooms Into Senator Miguel Zubiri's Exit

All eyes were on Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri last Wednesday (August 3) when he announced his resignation during a privilege speech. Until the end, he claimed he had nothing to do with the election fraud exposed by Lintang Bedol and Zaldy Ampatuan.



From his office, to himself, and his former rival Koko Pimentel, what are the implications of Zubiri’s resignation?



Join ABS-CBN correspondent Ryan Chua as he uncovers the details behind Zubiri’s exit in the news documentary show “Patrol ng Pilipino.”



Meanwhile, ABS-CBN correspondent Dominic Almelor goes around the metro to see how prepared Filipinos are in anytime a typhoon hits. The MMDA has just recently unveiled an ultra high-tech flood control information system to monitor the metro of any flooding.



Find out if this is the answer to a faster and effective way of disaster management for the whole of Metro Manila this Tuesday (August 9) in “Patrol ng Pilipino,” after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Comguild Awards Recognize ABS-CBN Journalists

ABS-CBN news correspondents bagged 3 out of 6 awards of the 2011 Comguild Awards at the AFP Theater in Camp Aguinaldo on Sunday.



Bandila news anchor Karen Davila was named the best female news presenter while TV Patrol news anchor Ted Failon was hailed as the best male news presenter.



Davila and Failon were also the recipients of the same awards last year.



Meanwhile, the Comguild Awards recognized Sol Aragones as the best field reporter.



More than 2,000 journalism and mass communication students from various colleges and universities nationwide watched the event.



The Comguild Awards is held every year to recognize the exemplary work of journalists in the country.



Its awards committee is composed of highly regarded deans and schools heads of several colleges and universities in the Philippines.

Kuya Kim Meets Biggest Animals on Matanglawin

Join Kuya Kim in his wildlife adventureS this Sunday (Aug 7) in “Matanglawin” as he finds more of the biggest animals to walk the planet like grizzly bears, polar bears, an ostrich, and the elephant bird, which existed in the 17th century and believed TO be thrice the size of the largest ostrich. Don’t miss “Matanglawin” every Sunday, 9:30 AM on ABS-CBN.

Patrol ng Pilipino on Typhoon Juaning

Have Filipinos learned their lesson from the devastation caused by Typhoon Ondoy? This is the question ABS-CBN correspondent Jorge Cariño will answer on Tuesday’s (August 2) episode of “Patrol ng Pilipino.”

Jorge was in assignment in Polangui, Bicol last week when Typhoon Juaning hit Luzon with continuous downpour. There he saw and heard stories on the victims, including that of a whole family killed during the storm.

In the course of finding and delivering his reports, Jorge himself faced difficulties due to the weather. Find out how he was able to continue his patrol of the province despite the hazards of his job in his report.

Meanwhile, join ABS-CBN correspondent Ryan Chua as he embarks on a walkathon along EDSA or Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue, one of Metro Manila’s longest and major traffic routes.

According to Ryan, motorists are not the only ones with concerns regarding the famous highway. Pedestrians who walk and cross the street also have safety, health, and environmental issues that they need to voice out.

“While the government seeks to build more roads and bridges for vehicles, it tends to forget the people. I walked the entire stretch of EDSA the whole day only to realize that it is not walkable at all,” he shared.

Learn from Ryan what else can be done to improve and beautify EDSA this Tuesday (August 2) on “Patrol ng Pilipino,” after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Battle of the Beasts on Matanglawin

Kuya Kim takes you to the front row seats to witness beasts battle beasts this Sunday (July 31) in “Matanglawin.”

Watch preys go against their predators in the first round. Rodents try to escape the raptors; baboons try to survive the hungry leopard, and buffaloes outsmart lions and lionesses through numbers.

The second round gets tougher as predators go against fellow predators. Two of the most notorious animals—lions and hyenas— will be pitted against each other in a battle for territory and food.

Find out who will emerge victorious this Sunday (July 31) in “Matanglawin,” 9:30 AM on ABS-CBN.

Atty. Koko Pimentel on The Bottomline

Ngayong Sabado (Hulyo 30) sa "The Bottomline with Boy Abunda," uupo sa hotseat ang kontrobersyal na anak ni Senador Nene Pimentel na si Atty Koko Pimentel.

Sa murang edad pa lang, kinamulatan na ni Koko ang mundo ng pulitika at nasaksihan na niya ang pagsisikap ng kanyang ama bilang mambabatas. At dahil na rin sa impluwensya nito, nag-abogasiya rin si Koko at naging topnotcher pa sa bar exam.

Ngunit tila mailap ang kapalaran kay Koko na maging public official dahil hindi siya pinalad manalo bilang alkalde sa kanilang probinsya sa Cagayan de Oro. At naging kontrobersyal din dahil sa kanyang pagkatalo noong 2007 senatorial elections laban kay Miguel Zubiri. Sa pagkakataong ito, mukhang papabor na sa kanya ang tadhana dahil kamakailan lamang ay nagpatotoo na sina Lintang Bedol at Zaldy Ampatuan na may naganap na dayaan sa eleksyon sa Maguindanao. Ano ang epekto nito sa protestang ipinaglalaban niya sa loob ng mahabang panahon? Umaasa pa ba siyang may hustisya matatanggap sa kamay ng Senate Electoral Tribunal (SET) na siyang lumilitis ng kanyang protesta? At sa karanasan niyang ito, may balak pa ba niyang tumakbo sa darating na 2013 elections?

Mainit, matapang at malalim na talakayan na naman ang inyong masasaksihan ngayong Sabado sa “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda” pagkatapos ng primetime telecast ng Banana Split sa ABS-CBN. Para sa karagdagang updates, mag-log on sa www.abs-cbn.com o sundan ang abscbndotcom sa Twitter.

Henry Omaga-Diaz's 'Krusada' for Overseas Filipino Workers

Lack of job and business opportunities have pushed Filipinos to search for livelihood abroad. There, they don’t only find work, but they also earn more than what they usually get back home.

But while more and more Filipinos are trying their luck in different parts of the world, 1.7 million OFWs to be exact, many also return to the Philippines unsuccessful.

ABS-CBN anchor Henry Omaga-Diaz believes OFWs should get help and support to recover from the difficulties they experienced in foreign lands. Join him this Thursday (July 28) in “Krusada,” as he begins to fight for new opportunities here and abroad for the nation’s modern-day heroes.

Year after year, many Pinoys go back with nothing, while others return with emotional and physical trauma from abusive employers or injuries from work.

Such is the story of Steve Tamayo, owner of the famous Tamayo’s Catering. After working as a waiter and janitor in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, he gained considerable success in the ‘90s, but was then faced with a huge dilemma.

Ma. Fe Muya, on the other hand, went back and forth to Singapore as a domestic helper in 1995. She lived through the constant verbal assault from her employer, but finally went home in 2007 after her boss got into the business of prostitution. Still, she wasn’t fazed by this and returned to Singapore again. Will she finally reach her dreams this time?

Find out the government’s programs for the OFWs and how citizens can help them get their lives back on track and towards prosperity in “Krusada” with Henry-Omaga Diaz this Thursday (July 28), after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

Patrol ng Pilipino Joins People's SONA

While the President and his team are preparing for his annual “State of the Nation Address” (SONA), the members of militant groups, the veterans of countless rallies, are also getting ready to deliver what they think is the real state of the nation, the “People’s SONA,” as they call it.

With placards, effigies, jingles and speeches in tow, they come to convey the endless grievances of the Filipino people to the current administration.

Join ABS-CBN correspondent Jeck Batallones as he joins these groups from their preparation to their demonstration during the President’s SONA this Tuesday (July 26) in “Patrol ng Pilipino.”

Listen to what they are fighting for and decide if the nation’s previous leaders and current Filipino president have done no good to and for the people in Jeck’s report.

Meanwhile, ABS-CBN correspondent Chiara Zambrano will tackle the ongoing tension between the Philippines and China because of the Spratly Islands. Does the Philippines’ really have a fight against China in claiming these islands, which are said to be rich in natural resources?

Find out the stories behind the news on “Patrol ng Pilipino,” this Tuesday (July 26), after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN.

ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs Special Report on Pinoy Psychics

This Saturday (23 July), “ABS-CBN news and Current Affairs Special Report” will delve into the world of Pinoy Psychics. The program will document people claimed to have psychic abilities, from psychic readers, healers, to people who say they have telekinetic powers.

The documentary will also discuss the cultural and sociological aspects on why Filipinos are fond of psychics.

Do they really posses such extraordinary powers? Or are they just tricksters who put up an act to gain recognition? Find out this Saturday (July 23) 4 PM.

After this, Ted Failon will tackle the issue of minors who were victims of sex slavery such as 15-year old “Dianne,” who is now five months pregnant. She is one of the many minors who wants justice after being sexually abused.

How will “Dianne” prepare herself in her early pregnancy? Join her in her struggle for justice in Failon Ngayon, Saturday (23 July) after “ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs Special Report.”

Photo courtesy of Kristine Ann Soguilon

Alvin Elchico Joins Bernadette Sembrano in Salamat Dok

Double the credibility and double the authority when it comes to giving medical information, advice, and public service in the new “Salamat Dok” with Bernadette Sembrano and her new co-anchor Alvin Elchico beginning Saturday (July 23).

“We will be your guide on medical issues,” said Bernadette who is excited to be with Alvin in the program. According to her, Alvin is very articulate and can naturally share information in a down to earth manner. “Alvin has a gift of gab,” said Bernadette.

“We will bring you new and accurate information on health topics,” said Alvin. “This will be a new challenge for me. From simplifying complex consumer stories, I now have to help Bernadette make Filipinos understand medical and health issues.”

Even though “Salamat Dok” is Alvin’s first national TV show, Alvin is not new to anchoring health shows. He was the former anchor of DZMM’s nightly program “Magandang Gabi, Dok” two years ago. Prior to this, Alvin was part of the defunct program “Special Assignment” and anchored “TV Patrol Bacolod” during 1990s.

Just recently, Bernadette was the talk of the social media world, after viewers noticed her eye twitching in her various TV appearances. The broadcast journalist publicly admitted she has Bell’s palsy and talked about it in the program as well as The Buzz.

“I was overwhelmed by the messages I got from people via email, text, and Twitter. People started telling me that they also have bell’s palsy and I learned that there are many Filipinos who have it,” said Bernadette who is now recovering and getting better from the said ailment. She plans to tackle it in an episode of “Krusada,” which she will work on.

So join Bernadette and Alvin as they bring you the latest health news, events, and breakthroughs in the segment “Health Bulletin” starting this week.


Medical experts will also continue to give expert advice and opinions in “Payo ni Doc,” health trivias in “Alam N’yo Ba,” information on the drugs you take in “Medicine 101,” ways to be fit in “Fitness and Wellness,” celebrity diet and beauty secrets in “Health Police,” home remedies in “May Remedyo D’yan,” healthy food recipes in “Kusina Clinic,” parenting tips in “Family Matters,” and public service segment “Lingkod Kapamilya.”

Aside from “Salamat Dok,” Bernadette co-anchors “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN every Saturday and Sunday and “Radyo Balita” on DZMM every afternoon at 4 PM. Alvin, on the other hand, is heard on DZMM in “S.R.O.” on weeknights at 7:30 PM and on “Konsumer Atbp” every Saturday, 10:30 AM.

Don’t miss “Salamat Dok” every Saturday, 5:50-6:50 AM and every Sunday, 7:30-8:30 AM on ABS-CBN. For this Sunday (July 24), “Salamat Dok” will have an earlier telecast at 7 am to give way for the replay of the Azkals game.

Karen Davila's 'Krusada' on Renewable Energy

Award-winning broadcast journalist Karen Davila returns to the current affairs program “Krusada” to lobby the use of Renewable Energy, or energy from natural resources, in the country.

Karen believes this is the solution to the Filipinos’ woes when it comes to electricity. Presently, over 26 percent of Filipinos have no access to electricity, while those who have electricity are constantly troubled by the rising costs for this necessity.

Joining Karen in calling for the government’s support for Renewable Energy is the independent organization Greenpeace. According to the group, the Philippines can reach up to 50% usage of Renewable Energy by the year 2020.

One of the successful projects employing Renewable Energy such as solar energy is the “Ride for Light” project in Mindoro. The livelihood of families that were given solar home kits didn’t only get a boost, but the health of their children also improved.

Witness how Renewable Energy brings light, literally and figuratively, to communities and how it has changed their lives for the better. Listen and take part in Karen’s crusade, because it takes more than words to make a stand.

Catch the program this Thursday (July 21) on ABS-CBN Channel 2, after “Bandila.” Be heard by sending in your comment on the issue and the program. Like Krusada’s official Facebook fanpage (http://facebook.com/Krusada) and follow the show on Twitter (http://twitter.com/KrusadaTV).

Bishops and PCSO Issue Tackled on Patrol ng Pilipino

Para kanino nga ba ang Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office?

Iyan ang tanong na gumimbal sa bayan matapos mapagalaman na ginamit ang pondo ng PCSO upang ibili ng mamahaling sasakyan ang pitong Obispo noong panahon ni dating Pangulong Arroyo.

Ngayong Martes (Hulyo 19), samahan si ABS-CBN correspondent Kiko Faulve sa kaniyang pagtungo sa mga komunidad na sakop ng ilang sa mga Obispong dawit sa eskandalo. Alamin kung paano hinaharap ng mga Obispo at ng kanilang pamayanan ang isyu sa mga sasakyang anila’y ginagamit nila sa mga pangkawang-gawang proyekto.

Sa kabilang banda, pupuntahan naman ni ABS-CBN correspondent Nico Baua ang tatlong mahihirap na komunidad sa Metro Manila na ilang taon na raw humihingi ng tulong para magka-ambulansya ngunit hindi pa rin mabigyan hanggang ngayon.

Ano nga ba ang pamantayan ng ahensya para mabigyan ang isang requestor ng kanilang hinihiling? Totoo bang may palakasan sa sistema ng paglabas ng mga pondo o anumang tulong mula sa PCSO?

Abangan ang mga sagot sa “Patrol ng Pilipino,” Martes (Hulyo 19), pagkatapos ng “Bandila” sa ABS-CBN.