This might not be the typical expat blog, written by a German expat, living in the Philippines since 1999. It's different. In English and in German. Check it out! Enjoy reading! Dies mag' nun wirklich nicht der typische Auswandererblog eines Deutschen auf den Philippinen sein. Er soll etwas anders sein. In Englisch und in Deutsch! Viel Spass beim Lesen!
You plan to move to the Philippines? Wollen Sie auf den Philippinen leben?
Ja, es gibt tonnenweise Webseiten, die Ihnen sagen wie, warum, vielleicht warum nicht und wann Sie am besten auf die Philippinen auswandern könnten. Ich möchte Ihnen in Zukunft "zwischen den Zeilen" einige zusätzlichen Dinge berichten und erzählen. Viel Spass beim Lesen und Gute Unterhaltung!
Sunday, August 13, 2023
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24 Oras is the most watched TV program across the Philippines
BY MANILA BULLETIN ENTERTAINMENT
AT A GLANCE
Data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement show that 24 Oras is still the most watched TV program for Jan. 1 to July 31, 2023 in Total Philippines (combined Urban and Rural). It recorded a combined (GMA/GTV/IHM) people rating of 14.9 percent.
In less than a year since its relaunch as a dynamic multi-platform and mega news organization, GMA Integrated News has cemented its position as the ‘News Authority ng Filipino.’
Its flagship newscast, 24 Oras, continues to be the viewers’ choice for the latest news, breaking stories, as well as the biggest events here and abroad.
Data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement show that 24 Oras is still the most watched TV program for Jan. 1 to July 31, 2023 in Total Philippines (combined Urban and Rural). It recorded a combined (GMA/GTV/IHM) people rating of 14.9 percent.
Further, 24 Oras and 24 Oras Weekend tallied a combined (GMA/GTV/IHM) people net reach of 84 percent or 65 million viewers in Total Philippines.
Anchored by Mel Tiangco, Vicky Morales, and Emil Sumangil, 24 Oras continues to uphold the tenets of journalism and deliver truthful, balanced, and credible news and information, as well as top-notch public service to Filipinos wherever they may be.
Providing 24 Oras viewers the latest entertainment news and updates is “Chika Minute” segment host Iya Villana-Arellano. The public also discovers new knowledge and stories behind phenomena with Kuya Kim Atienza’s trivia segment, “#KuyaKimAnoNa.”
With GMA Integrated News’ launch of the “GMA Integrated News Weather Center,” 24 Oras introduced Maureen Schrijvers as its weather presenter to deliver weather news and updates weeknights.
24 Oras continues to evolve amid the changing landscape of journalism and news consumption. Earlier this month, it launched its latest segment, “Game Changer” with GMA Synergy sportscaster Martin Javier featuring the latest trends and new discoveries on fitness, lifestyle, technology, and anything that can change the pace of everyday life.
24 Oras Weekend, on the other hand, is anchored by Ivan Mayrina and Pia Arcangel and airs Saturdays and Sundays.
With GMA Integrated News’ roster of award-winning anchors and reporters, 24 Oras and 24 Oras Weekend also draw viewers to become inspired, moved, and socially involved through various feature stories and special reports.
Some of these stories include the exposes on the alleged killing of high-profile inmates at the Bilibid as well as the special series “Banta ng Nagbabagong Klima” (The Climate Change Threat Series).
Last July, GMA Integrated News was conferred the “Pambansang Balita Award” at the Hiraya Awards 2023 for the said series on climate change. “Banta ng Nagbabagong Klima” sheds light on the impact of extreme weather conditions, deforestation, and the displacement of communities.
At the 2023 Platinum Stallion National Media Awards, 24 Oras won “Best TV News Program,” with Vicky Morales taking home the “Female News Anchor of the Year” award.
Meanwhile, Mel Tiangco was conferred the “Gandingan ng Kababaihan” at the 17th UP BroadSoc Gandingan Awards. She also received the “JPL Lifetime Achievement Award” at The Golden Laurel: The Batangas Province Media Awards 2023.
GMA Integrated News also took home the “Journalism of the Year for TV News Reporting” distinction at this year’s Rotary Club of Manila’s Pro Patria Journalism Awards.
Catch 24 Oras weeknights at 6:30 p.m. and 24 Oras Weekend on weekends at 5:30 p.m. on GMA with simulcast on GTV, I Heart Movies, and Pinoy Hits.
GMA Synergy announces 'Queendom: Live' featuring AOS vocal queens
BY MANILA BULLETIN ENTERTAINMENT
AT A GLANCE
From making waves on their weekly performances on GMA’s musical variety show, ‘All-Out Sundays,’ the quintessential queens are all set to captivate the live audience together for the very first time on one concert stage. “Queendom: Live” is set to showcase each diva’s individual style and presence while also allowing collaborative performances that will truly wow and entertain the audience.
A royal and majestic night awaits fans and concert enthusiasts as GMA Synergy, in partnership with GMA Entertainment Group, brings together the highly-acclaimed vocal queens of ‘All-Out Sundays (AOS)’ – Rita Daniela, Jessica Villarubin, Thea Astley, Mariane Osabel, Hannah Precillas, and Asia’s Limitless Star Julie Anne San Jose – in an epic concert dubbed “Queendom: Live,” this Dec. 2 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.
The ticket selling to this much-awaited event begins this Aug. 14 exclusively at Ticket2Me via www.gmanetwork.com/synergy and Ticket World via www.ticketworld.com.ph. Tickets are priced at P5,000 (Queen); P4,000 (Princess); and P1,000 (Duchess). Queen ticket holders can exclusively avail of the add-on VIP pass for an additional P1,500.
From making waves on their weekly performances on GMA’s musical variety show, ‘All-Out Sundays,’ the quintessential queens are all set to captivate the live audience together for the very first time on one concert stage. “Queendom: Live” is set to showcase each diva’s individual style and presence while also allowing collaborative performances that will truly wow and entertain the audience.
“Queendom: Live” promises to showcase the exemplary vocal prowess of Rita, Jessica, Thea, Mariane, Hannah, and Julie Anne as they perform ovation-worthy solos, power duets, trio renditions, and ensemble acts.
The night of Dec. 2 will be set ablaze with a string of popular songs that celebrate womanhood, individuality, and empowerment. Fans should also definitely not miss out each queen’s breathtaking signature birit pieces performed in full diva rendition.
More surprises are lined up for the night as powerful duets, grand vocal collaborations, and showdowns are set to happen on one stage. There will also be special guests who will surely excite and captivate the hearts of concertgoers.
“Queendom: Live” is made possible through GMA Synergy, the team behind the New York Festivals TV & Film Awards 2022 Silver Medallist “Limitless: A Musical Trilogy,” Julie Anne San Jose-Rayver Cruz headliner concert “JulieVerse,” and the Philippines’ first-ever virtual reality concert and 2021 New York Festivals finalist “Alden’s Reality: The Virtual Reality Concert.”
Don't miss your chance to witness the queens in action. Save the date and book your tickets via www.gmanetwork.com/synergy or www.ticketworld.com.ph.