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PNP orders withdrawal of assistance to “Ang Probinsiyano” after allegedly badly portraying cops

After Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Director General Oscar Albayalde expressed his opposition on the bad portrayal being received by the cops in the top-rated nighttime program of ABS-CBN ‘Ang Probinsiyano’, the organization decided to withdraw all of its assistance to the said show.

In the memorandum posted by Jezreel Magpantay, a netizen who works for PNP, it showed that TDPCR told all members of the organization to avoid assisting the production team of ‘Ang Probinsiyano’.
It was confirmed that members of Police Community Relations Group (PCRG), Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) and production team of ‘Ang Probinsiyano’ already met on October 17 and 23, 2018.

The said representative of the TV show agreed that they would make corrections in their storyline to avoid portraying the cops wrongly, however, two weeks after the said dialog, ‘Ang Probinsiyano’ continues to paint the organization badly.

They said that ‘Ang Probinsiyano’ portrayed the PNP leader, other police officers and members of Presidential Security Group (PSG) as corrupt and villainous while making the fictional rebel group ‘Vendetta’ as heroic.

“This puts the PNP organization in a bad light and causes unwanted damage to its dignity and reputation,” PNP said in the memorandum.

While they respect the freedom of expression, PNP said that the portrayal of ‘Ang Probinsiyano’ to the organization is “unfair” and ”creates confusion on the minds of the youth who are viewing it”.

“There is a need to correct the situation,” the memorandum reads.

After seeing that ‘Ang Probinsiyano’ is not cooperating with the authorities, PNP decided to immediately withdraw its assistance to the production team of the said show, like using their “facilities, vehicles and firearms” and “participation of some PNP personnel and shots of PNP offices and buildings in some segment or scenes”.

“In this regard, all units, officers and personnel are advised to immediately refrain from assisting to withdraw their support to the production of the said Teleserye in terms of PNP resources like patrol cars, firearms, personnel, venues and other items and gadgets being used in the teleserye,” it said.

The memorandum has been signed by Police Director Eduardo Serapio M. Garado, head of TDCPR.

On November 14, Albayalde announced that the PNP will protest the bad portrayal of the cops in the said show.

“Masyadong hindi na pangkaraniwan na nangyayari and it gives us a bad impression actually. It’s a bit unfair sa PNP when you portray yung mga ganung activity that doesn’t really happen sa organization naming,” said Albayalde.

Meanwhile, the leading actor of ‘Ang Probinsiyano’ Coco Martin apologized to the PNP, saying that they don’t mean to badly portray the cops in his show.

“Honestly affected ako kasi hindi ko inaasahan na magkakaroon ng ganito,” Martin said.

“Sabi ko nga sa simula’t simula eh sila ‘yung gumabay, sumuporta sa amin sa pagbuo ng Probinsyano. Siguro nagkataon lang na hindi nagkaroon ng pag-uusap, lalo na’t tatlong taon mahigit nang tumatakbo [ang serye], so siyempre nag-iiba [ang kuwento],” he added.

He also asked the PNP to talk to them to fix the problem.

“Kay PNP chief, sana magakaroon kami ng pagkakataon na makapag-usap kami at makapagtulungan para sa ikaaayos ng lahat.”

 

Foreign Secretary Locsin slams netizen who criticizes Duterte’s looks: “P****** ina this is not fashion show!”

Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. despite being the top diplomat of the Philippines showed that he was still a human being and lost his cool when a netizen criticized President Rodrigo Duterte’s outfit at the 33rd Association of Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Singapore.

BlackHeart0902 on Twitter slammed President Rodrigo Duterte, saying that the Chief Executive should wear proper attire during the said meeting, he even said that Locsin’s outfit is better than his boss.

The netizen noticed that Duterte’s suit was lopsided in the photo, with one side raised above the shoulder.

“Sana man lang binihisan nila ng maayos ang Pangulo. This is an important summit, tapos ganyan. Mas mayos pa ang suot ni DFA Sec. @teddyboylocsin,” the netizen said.

The comment of the said netizen didn’t receive well by Locsin and started to use his favorite word on Twitter when expressing his disappointment or anger.

“Hoy, p*t*ngina, this is not a fashion show. Today I am going in rolled up sleeves barong kasi working sessions lahat. Sh*t. Nobody came in a tuxedo. Hindi sila waiters,” he said.

As of writing, Locsin’s tweet was nowhere to be found.

Locsin is known for cursing on Twitter even before he became a public official.

Most netizens also agree with the opinion of Locsin, saying that people should not focus on the looks of the President.

The President is known for being simple and hates wearing formal attire, that’s why his supporters understand that Duterte is not familiar with fashion.

 

‘Sulit ang pag papa aral!” Eat Bulaga Scholar tops 2018 Civil Engineering Board Exams with a score of 97.20 percent

One of the Eat Bulaga scholar Jaydee Niere Lucero topped the November 2018 Civil Engineer licensure exam, and he didn’t forget to thank the noontime show that helped him to afford a good education.

In his Facebook post, Lucero who studied at the University of the Philippines-Diliman posted his graduation photo with a lengthy caption addressed to the people who helped him to achieve his dreams.

“Sa Eat Bulaga, sa pagpapaaral ninyo sa akin (at sa aming mga EBEST scholars) for the past 9 years. Hindi ko marahil mararating ang tagumpay na ito kung hindi dahil sa inyo, thank you po!” Lucero said.

“Mabuhay ang mga bagong civil engineers ng bayan. Let us serve the country and the people!” the topnotcher added.

He also mentioned Phinma National Scholarship (PNS) Program, UP Diliman Institute of Civil Engineering and Review Innovations for helping him to reach the top spot.

Lucero also didn’t forget to thank his colleagues who helped him during the time of difficulties.

Back in 2009, in the celebration of its 30th anniversary, Eat Bulaga launched “Excellent Student Awards” or EBest Awards aimed to help the financially incapable elementary and high school students.

The awardees received full scholarship grants from Eat Bulaga and also monthly allowances and cash assistance.

Some scholars like Angelica Nieva from Bulacan is now working as an online English teacher.

 

Freelance Programmer wishes the tired President to pass away: “M*m*tay ka na po!”

Be careful of what you’re posting on social media.

The netizens are mobbing a Freelance Programmer right now on Facebook after he wished President Rodrigo Duterte to perish after Manila Bulletin reported about the Chief Executive’s power naps in the middle of the 33rd ASEAN Summit held in Singapore.

In the report, Malacanang admitted that Duterte took several naps during the said event, saying that the President only slept for three hours because of work-related duties.

“Last night, the President worked late and had only less than three hours of sleep. It is unfortunate that the first event scheduled today was at 8:30 a.m.,” Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said.

Duterte who’s the oldest President in the history of our country admitted before that he’s already sick and tired of being the leader of the Philippines, however, he kept doing his job as the people trusted him to lead.

However, some people instead of showing their support to the President are still wishing Duterte to be ill and finally take a rest like a netizen identified as Gilbert GK, a Freelance Programmer from Binondo, Manila.

In his comment in the said article, GK wished the President to pass away and called him useless for choosing to sleep than attending the crucial meetings during the ASEAN summit.

“Maraming salamat po Pangulong Du30 sa pagiging p****** ***** Walang ka kwenta kwentang presidente, Mam*tay ka na po!” GK said in his comment.

The comment of GK didn’t receive well by the netizens and criticized him for saying that kind of words to the President.

 

Because of the backlash, GK chose to delete his controversial comment. However, it was already too late for him to escape from the backlash as the netizens already got a copy of his comment.

Despite the political difference, people should still respect the President like how we respect old people.

Retired judge criticizes Sen. Pangilinan: “Paano ka naging Senador?”

A retired Regional Trial Court (RTC) judge slammed Senator Francis ‘Kiko’ Pangilinan for questioning the government contracts with China and cursed the lawmaker in his anger.

Retired Judge Antonio Lubao in his Facebook post explained to Pangilinan why he should not be worried of the upcoming contracts of the Philippines to China including the bid for the third telco.

Lubao criticized Pangilinan after the Senator told the government to be careful of dealing with China.

Pangilinan also questioned the capabilities of Dennis Uy, who owned the provisional third telecommunications player Udenna Corp that is known to be partnered with China Telecom.

“Government must be extremely careful that because of legal questions this effort will go the way of other controversial China funded government contracts such as the ZTE-NBN deal and the Northrail project which were eventually scrapped due to irregularities,” Pangilinan said.

The retired judge said in his post that Pangilinan should look at his mirror before making such statements about ‘irregularities’ because he believes that the former administration where the senator was allied committed misconducts during their time.

“YES, THE CONTRACTS YOU MENTIONED BELOW WERE ALL DECLARED NULL AND VOID BY THE SUPREME COURT BECAUSE OF IRREGULARITIES ATTENDANT TO THE EXECUTION THEREOF. BUT ASK YOURSELF, GUNG*NG, WHOSE IRREGULARITIES? HINDI BA IRREGULARITIES INYO LAHAT NUONG KAYONG MGA LP AT MGA DILAWAN ANG NASA MALACAÑANG? MANALAMIN KA MUNA, UL*L!” Lubao said in his post.

By looking at Pangilinan’s statement and logic, Lubao questioned how the former became a Senator.

He also defended Sen. Pacquiao for allegedly being degraded by his colleague because of his past education.

“T*NGA MO TALAGA! PAANO KA NAGING SENADOR? ANG BABA NG TINGIN NINYO KAY MANNY PACQUIO DAHIL KULANG SA FORMAL EDUCATION. BAKIT IKAW, SI NINOY AQUINO, , SI ABNOY AQUINO, SI MAR ROXAS, SI HONTIVEROS, SI DRILON, SI DE LIMA, SI TRILLANES AT SI ALEJANO, AT LAHAT KAYONG MATAAS ANG EDUKASYON, NAKA-PAG-SALITA NA BA KAYO SA CAMBRIDGE UNION? MAS MAUTAK AT MAS FULL OF HUMANITY PA SI MANNY PACQUIAO KAHIT NA PAG-SAMA-SAMAHIN PA KAYONG LAHAT.” he said.

Lubao also reminded Pangilinan about the controversies faced by the government during the ruling of the Liberal Party.

“ISAKSAK MO SA BAGA MO UG*K ANG YOLANDA, PDAP, MAMASAPANO, KIDAPAWAN , MENDIOLA AT ANG MGA MABABAHONG MGA KONTRATA NA BINANGIT MO NA KAYO ANG MAY GAWA! MANALAMIN KA ULIT AT BAKA MAGISING KA NA SA MAHIMBING MONG PAG-TULOG!” he said.

“Porket 8 ang plaka!” Congressman denies involvement on two FJ Cruiser road rage incident

Two footages featuring a Toyota FJ Cruiser and it has quickly gone viral on the internet and sparked outrage among the netizens several days ago.

Netizen Kim Dela Cruz posted the first video featuring the said vehicle with a plate number of ‘8’ is driving dangerously along Congressional Avenue, Quezon City.

According to Dela Cruz, the driver of the SUV was already out-of-lane and allegedly attempting to bump her vehicle.

“Una magkalinya kami. Then all of a sudden, nag-on siya ng hazard. So I assumed na magpa-park siya since nag-turn right din siya,” Dela Cruz said.

“Bigla kong napansin na pinaiiyak niya gulong niya. ‘Yun pala nag-aamok na siya sa gilid ko na para bang babanggain ako,” she added.

Several days after the video of Dela Cruz gone viral, another incident allegedly featuring the same vehicle has been posted on Facebook.

Dash Cam Diaries Philippines posted the second video, showing the owner of the allegedly same vehicle quarreling with another driver.

It was also spotted the angry owner of the FJ Cruiser stopping himself from attacking the driver of the orange vehicle. Fortunately, the other people tried to prevent him from worsening the situation.

The footage has been captured somewhere in Angeles City, Pampanga.

Netizens believed that the vehicle in the two videos is the same, citing the sticker behind the SUV.

An information has quickly spread on social media, saying that the driver of the said FJ Cruiser is the son of Pampanga 1st District Rep. Jon Lazatin, citing that the second CCTV footage happened in the bailiwick of the lawmaker.

The owner of the orange Sedan also said that the owner of the FJ Cruiser claimed that he’s the son of Rep. Lazatin.

However, he denied his involvement in the incident saying that he cannot own such plate number issued by the 16th Congress.

“Unang-una, ang komento ko po ‘no – dahil duly elected po ako – wala pa namang na-issue na plaka ang 17th Congress. So kung makikita sa video, ang ginamit na plaka ay 16th Congress, so ‘di pa po ako representante pa no’n. So makikita po no’n, walang kaugnayan po sa akin kung anumang viral video ang lumabas,” said Lazatin.

He also said that the owner of the FJ Cruiser is only a civilian who only used his name because he wanted to escape from the crimes he committed.

“Tingin ko po na-link po ito sa distrito [ko], so parang ginagamit ang isang opisyales para siguro makatakas doon sa ginawa niyang ‘di maganda sa isang kababayan po namin,” he said.

As of writing, the video already reached millions of views on social media.

Danish Ambassador slams PH Media’s “lack of professionalism” and for always writing negative news about the government

Danish Ambassador to the Philippines Jan Top Christensen slammed the mainstream media in the Philippines for prioritizing in publishing negative news about the country especially if it’s about the government and politics.

Christensen who spoke before a multi-stakeholder meeting on the safety of journalist said that the news that he’s been reading every day was always negative.

“I read much different media every day and I must say some of these media are systematically negative,” Christensen said.

He also pointed out that the media failed to promote what the government is doing and called them unprofessional.

Christensen also added that some journalists are not following the standards in writing news.

“To me, it’s lack of ethical standards, lack of professionalism,” he said.

However, the envoy said that he recognized the dangers of being a journalist in the Philippines, citing what happened in Maguindanao in 2009.

Christensen is only one of the people who complained about how Philippine media negatively portrayed the country.

Even President Rodrigo Duterte itself criticized several media outlets for writing negative news about him.

One example is when President Duterte slammed social media website Rappler and accused them of spreading fake news.

“You can stop your suspicious mind from roaming somewhere else. But since you are a fake news outlet and I am not surprised your articles are also fake, we can debate. Now tell me where are our lies and tell me where are yours,” Duterte said during his final faceoff with Pia Ranada of Rappler.

Ranada was banned from interviewing the President and entering the premises of Malacanang.

Duterte also said that he would “object” the franchise renewal of ABS-CBN after he accused the media giant of stealing his money during the 2016 campaign period.

“Hindi ko palusutin. Iyong franchise niyo matatapos. But let me ask you questions first. Kasi ako talaga mag-object na ma-renew kayo. Alam mo bakit? Magnanakaw kayo, estapador,” Duterte said.

“Siya pala ang tunay na nilakad!” Duterte accuses Trillanes of using his father’s position to pass PMA

President Rodrigo Duterte accused Senator Antonio Trillanes IV, his fiercest political critic of using the connection of his father to pass the grueling training during his days as a cadet in the Philippine Military Academy (PMA).

During his speech in Boracay on November 8, Duterte said that Trillanes skipped the training during his cadetship because his father Antonio Sr., was a Navy captain during that time.

According to him, the young Trillanes was always staying in his father’s office while the other cadets are suffering from intense training.

“Yung anak ng opisyal sa PMA, si Trillanes, na hindi man pala sumasali doon sa mga training na ‘yung talagang iihi ka sa pantalon mo. Kasi he was favored because he was always in the office of his father who was working for government, also a military man. Siya pala ang nilakad ng tatay niya,” the President after the President Rodrigo Roa Duterte leads the ceremonial distribution of the Certificates of Land Ownership Award (CLOA) to the Ati tribes in Boracay.

The President also said that his father, former Davao governor Vicente Duterte would never allow him to enjoy special privileges even if he asked for it.

Duterte is not the first man who accused Trillanes of using his father’s position to pass PMA.

Two months ago, the post of Capt. Vicente Cejoco has gone viral on the internet after he claimed that he witnessed Trillanes receiving VIP treatment during his cadetship.

While his mistahs were dying in the hallways of Melchor Hall during company level punishments or mase-mase, Antonio IV was enjoying in my office cooking and eating lots of boodles along with his 3 room mates.” Cejoco said in the viral post.

Medyo may pagka shabby/ swapang rin ang mokong na ito. Yung tatay at nanay nya ay palagi umaakyat sa Baguio, sa kwarto ko sa office natutulog. Libre lahat – hatid sundo ko, pakain ko, etc. They usually arrive late Friday afternoon and depart early morning of Monday.” he added.

Several weeks ago, Trillanes accused Duterte of using his father to pass the bar examinations.

“Ang kailangan review-hin kung nakapasa ba talaga ng bar itong si Duterte. Baka nilakad lang ito ng tatay niya kasi governor ang tatay niya noon.” Trillanes said.

However, Duterte quickly debunked the accusation of Trillanes, saying he passed the exam two decades after his father passed away.

Trillanes, a member of the PMA “Marilag” Class of 1995, went on to serve in the Philippine Navy after graduation.

The Senator became known for being one of the leaders of the 2003 Oakwood Mutiny and the 2007 Manila Peninsula siege.

He was elected a Senator while being detained for his alleged crimes.

 

‘Ang bilis ng aksyon!’ DSWD quickly sends help to Kalinga one day after President Duterte’s briefing on Typhoon Rosita

A netizen praised President Rodrigo Duterte and his administration for quickly sending help to the victims of Typhoon Rosita in a remote area in Kalinga.

Yesterday, Sharielynz Tioga Palalisan posted some photos showing the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) delivering relief goods to Brgy. Lubo Dacalan, Kalinga, one of the affected areas of Typhoon Rosita.

To quickly deliver the boxes of relief goods, the military used their helicopter.

Residents of Brgy. Lubo praised the government for quickly sending help to them one day after President Duterte’s briefing.

Some of them expressed their happiness after the government proved that they’re not letting their people suffer long.

The boxes will quickly be distributed to the families of the said Barangay.

Meanwhile, Ms. Palalisan also dedicated a message to the President and his administration.

“For our PRRD command, that’s why mabilis ang action – it was briefing yesterday bago ang tatay digong umuwi sa Davao, para bumisita sa kanyang mahal sa buhay sa sementeryo. Kung kay Aquino administration iyan, hinahagis lang from helikopter, at konti lang at kadalasan wala pa.!! Nakaka-proud ang maging isang Filipino na ngayon.??️ So, thank you very much mayor president Duterte and on behalf of your administration. Salute.??✊? Mabuhay po and God Bless”

Some netizens also expressed their amazement on the performance of the Duterte administration in helping Typhoon victims.

They also noticed how the packaging of DSWD’s relief goods changed.

“Dont mind his gruesome words but mind his humanity services to the filipino peole. Action speak lounder than words,” Archimedes Cabilbil said.

“Yan ang tulong nakabox, presentable tingnan. D tulad noong mga tulong na binibigay dati na nakaplastic lang at halos walang laman. Plastic din kasi ang mga nagbibigay.” Jorge Lascona commented.

“Sa Duterte administration lang yan nangyari khit dto sa cagayan kbilis ng mga sundalo na naghatid ng mga reliefgoods,” Darwin Valera remarked.

As of writing, the original post of Palalisan reached thousands of positive reactions and 23,000+ shares from social media users.

During the briefing on November 1, Duterte also praised the government for their quick response to Typhoon Rosita.

“I think that everyone is doing his duty. I’d like to thank you for that,” President Duterte said during the situation briefing on Typhoon Rosita at the Hotel Andrea in Cauayan City, Isabela.

He also suggested to give the affected families of ready-to-eat food instead of giving them goods that still need to be cooked.

“Huwag ninyong bigyan ng kaldero pati planggana. Kasi wala ‘yan silang malutuan and they have to gather the firewood and everything,” he explained.

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Actress Coleen Garcia praises President Duterte over Boracay rehab: “It’s important to have leaders that care about our environment”

At first, the closure of Boracay Island for its rehabilitation has been questioned and opposed by several public figures because of the doubts that the government might only want to build a Casino in the said tourist spot.

However, the government proves its critics that they’re wrong and after it’s opening the newly rehabilitated Boracay received praises from the netizens and several famous personalities like Coleen Garcia.

Garcia is one of the famous personalities who quickly went to Boracay after it’s public opening on Oct 26, 2018.

Two days after it’s opening, the actress shared her experience during her travel at the said tourist spot saying that she’s “falling in love with Boracay all over again”.

“Walked from station 3 to station 1 to see what has changed so far. I love that the island is noticeably cleaner, and you can walk around and all over the sand without being afraid of stepping on broken glass.” Garcia said on her social media post.

She also praised the people who became part of Boracay’s rehabilitation, she also reminded the upcoming tourist to become responsible.

“Congratulations and well done to those who helped clean up Boracay! I already can’t wait to come back! ? Iba pa rin ang ganda ng Boracay. But whenever we do visit, let’s all make sure we do our part in keeping the island clean. All the effort put into this would go to waste if we don’t learn to be more conscious of the damage we humans cause on a daily basis. Let’s try to minimize that, not just here, but everywhere we go.” she said.

However, netizen Reginald Melchor challenged Garcia and accused her of being angry to the President who led the closure of Boracay for its rehabilitation.

“Dati galit ka kay duterte pasalamatan mo siya kung hindi dahil sa kanya di ka ulit maiinlove sa boracay ulit,” Melchor commented.

Garcia quickly responded to the netizen, saying asking why they think that she’s angry with the President.

She explained that like some people, she questioned some of the programs of the President, however it doesn’t mean that she doesn’t have the right anymore to praise Duterte.

The actress said that she praises Duterte for his concern about the worsening situation of the environment which is rare to some leaders.

“Paano niyo naman po nasabi na galit ako sa kanya? Yes, there are some things that I have questioned and disagreed with, but there are also many things I am grateful for. It’s a balance. I neither hate nor completely adore, but I do respect. And I hope you respect my opinions, too.  But yes, I do commend him for what he has done for Boracay. It’s important to have leaders that care about our environment because sadly not everyone does.” Garcia said.

Some fans of Coleen praised her for being honest and they also criticized Melchor for trying to challenge the actress.

They also praised the President for rehabilitating Boracay.

“Marami ang kumontra dati sa pgpapasara ng boracay. Galit pa cla sa Presudente,walang puso dw kc tnanggalan ng pangkabuhayan ang mga tao. Tingnan nman ngaun ang linis na. Mas lalo pa lalaki pangkabuhayan nila dahil mrami na nmang turista ang dadagsa,” Netizen tataescarpe said.

After the closing of Boracay, netizens are wondering if the President is going to close another famous tourist spot for rehabilitation.