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?
There are REALLY TONS of websites telling us how, why, maybe why not and when you'll be able to move to the Philippines. I only love to tell and explain some things "between the lines". Enjoy reading, be informed, have fun and be entertained too!
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!
Visitors of germanexpatinthephilippines/Besucher dieser Webseite.Ich liebe meine Flaggensammlung!
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Baum said she realized this after watching Sweeney’s latest film, “Anyone But You,” on an airplane.
Sydney Sweeney (Instagram)
Hollywood producer Carol Baum's comments about Sydney Sweeney, the star of the blockbuster rom-com movie "Anyone But You," have left many fans feeling disheartened.
Baum, who revealed she does not understand Sweeney's popularity, stated that she "isn't pretty" and "can't act."
According to a report by pagesix.com, Baum made the comments at the Jacob Burns Center in Pleasantville, NY, last week.
“I don’t get Sydney Sweeney. I wanted to know who she is and why everybody’s talking about her,” said Baum, producer of the hit movie Father of the Bride and its sequel.
Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney in 'Anyone But You' (Columbia Pictures)
Baum said she realized this after watching Sweeney’s latest film, “Anyone But You,” on an airplane. She also derscribed the rom-com is "unwatchable."
The producer further revealed that her students at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts couldn’t give a satisfactory reason why the 26-year-old star is so sought after, the same report added. “I said to my class, ‘Explain this girl to me. She’s not pretty; she can’t act. Why is she so hot?'” Nobody had an answer."
Baum admitted uncertainty about turning down a movie production involving her. We all want to get the movie made and who walks away from a green light? Nobody I know. Your job is to get the movie made," said Baum, in a report by the popular entertainment website.
Kathryn celebratesher birthday at Isla Amara Resort in El Nido, based on photos and videos splashed on X (formerly known as Twitter) Tuesday night.
Kathryn Bernardo (Images by @Lance8637)
Stars came down in El Nido, Palawan, on March 26 to help actress Kathryn Bernardo celebrate her 28th birthday.
Kathryn marked her birthday at Isla Amara Resort in El Nido, based on photos and videos splashed on X (formerly known as Twitter) Tuesday night.
A heartwarming video clip captured the moment when the staff of the chic resort surprised Kathryn with a simple birthday cake and a bouquet of her favorite flowers.
Alden Richards, Dominic Roque, Jericho Rosales, Maymay Entrata, fashion designer Mark Bumgarner, Kakai Bautista, and Rambo Nunez husband of Maja Salvador, were among the celebrities who graced Kathryn's birthday party in El Nido. Darren Espanto, AC Bonifacio, and Tim Yap also greeted Kathryn.
The box-office star celebrated her birthday in style as she partied with friends and guests on a yacht.
At midnight on March 26, Kathryn's former sweetheart, Daniel Padilla, greeted her on Instagram with a happy birthday in Japanese.
Fans of Kathryn were thrilled to see her celebrating her special day, with many commenting that they had never seen her so happy again.
Netizens said Kathryn deserves to be happy.
In November 2023, Kathryn and Daniel shocked fans when they jointly announced their split on social media after 11 years of being in a relationship.
Most of the proceeds from the 3:16 Concert aim to benefit The Holy Bible Giver Foundation, Inc.
Kuh Ledesma
A celebration that hopes to entertain and inspire. That is the theme of Kuh Ledesma's birthday concert, "3:16," which will be staged at the Music Museum in Greenhills San Juan on March 16.
"3:16" is the numeric equivalent of Kuh’s birthdate, March 16. During a recent media conference held at La Virginia in Timog, Quezon City, Kuh shared that her upcoming concert is special because her friends will share testimonies about how God changed their lives.
"May laman yung mga songs na stories na maririnig nila. Very short stories lang from different people I've known. Maricris Bermont will share a testimony. Napaka-powerful ng testimony niya of how she came to know Christ. Pero dito shorter version lang. Testimonies from other friends. I have a good friend who will testify. She's gorgeous. She takes care of herself. Hindi siya naghahanap ng boyfriend. But in the past, it was sex, drugs, and rock and roll. She will share why that's not the kind of productive life for our children," Kuh said.
(The songs that they will hear are full of stories. These are just very short stories from different people I've known. Maricris Bermont will share a testimony. Her testimony of how she came to know Christ is very powerful. But here, it is only a shorter version — testimonies from other friends. I have a good friend who will testify. She's gorgeous. She takes care of herself. She's not looking for a boyfriend. But in the past, it was sex, drugs, and rock and roll. She will share why that's not the kind of productive life for our children.)
Kuh said that her fans will also get to hear her OPM hits. Asked about her most requested songs during the concert, the pop diva said: "Sabi nila 'Till I Met You' raw. I think one of the requested songs during my concerts abroad was 'Ako Ay Pilipino.' You could see some of them crying as I sang the song."
"One of the songs I will sing is " The Climb" by Miley Cyrus. It's a really nice song. They will hear songs about love. The power of Jesus Christ has given us an example; even before we loved Him, He already loved us. Ang talagang naghe-heal sa atin ay ang Panginoon. Ang buhay mo ay hawak ng Diyos. So basically, that's the show's message in songs and stories," Kuh also said.
Up-and-coming singer Nathan Randal will join Kuh, with the special participation of 70s Movie and Music Icon Mr. Tirso Cruz III, award-winning actress and director Gina Alajar, and Kuh’s daughter Isabella. "Gina will act out something from the Bible. Pipo naman will sing. May duet kami."
She added: "I've stopped spending on gowns, and we've stopped spending too much. It's a different situation this time because the proceeds will go to the beneficiary. But our guests meron din naman silang love gift. We never do a show na wala silang matatanggap."
Kuh mentioned that she maintains her singing voice by ensuring that she gets enough sleep.
"I've never smoked. I try to sleep early. Kapag na feel ko na pagod na (ang voice ko), hindi na ako masyado nagsasalita. You have to know the disciplines of being a singer. Kapag rested ako, mas mataas ang boses ko. So sleep is very important to singers."
Kuh Ledesma (right) and Gina Alajar
Ultimate goal
Kuh is currently enjoying the best days of her life. Aside from her music and business, Kuh also reads and spreads the word of God. As she celebrates her birthday, the "Dito Ba" singer says she has learned to stop worrying. Her secret to being strong and lively all this time is the inner peace of the Lord.
"I read the Word of God everyday and pray. Para sa akin, kapag nagdasal tayo, nagiging mas madali ang buhay natin. Connected kasi si God sa atin eh. We are His creations. When you run away far from God, we are on our own. Wala tayong lakas.
"My strength is the inner peace of the Lord. Dati worrier ako eh. Hindi na ngayon. I just learned to surrender everything to God. There's no point in worrying. You're worrying about something na puwede namang hindi mangyari," she said.
Kuh revealed her ultimate goal: to serve God. "My ultimate goal is to serve God more than anything. In my concert, I included the message of God's love. I can talk about mga kalokohan, but I don't want my life to be like that."
The concert is Kuh’s heartfelt way of thanking and celebrating the many blessings she and her family have received through these years, a celebration she wants to share with her beloved fans.
Despite the numerous trials and challenges that Kuh has faced in her professional and personal life, her unwavering faith has kept her head above water, and she has demonstrated remarkable resilience and courage against all odds.
Kuh hopes that through her 3:16 Concert, people will not only be entertained by the songs that she will be performing but that through her testimony, people will be inspired to learn more about the significance of the number 3:16 in her life.
Nathan Randal
Proceeds
Most of the proceeds from the 3:16 Concert aim to benefit The Holy Bible Giver Foundation, Inc.
The Holy Bible Giver Foundation Inc. (HBGFI) is a non-profit, non-government organization founded by Kuh. Its goal is to distribute Bible copies in depressed areas nationwide and conduct healing conferences and Inspirational Concerts all over the Philippines.
Kuh has continued supporting HBGFI in its efforts to successfully distribute Bibles in Metro Manila, Cavite, Tacloban, Davao, Cebu, and Cagayan.
The Foundation has also organized big healing conferences in Cagayan, Bacolod, and Cebu. It has been supporting non-government organizations that care for abused children, like The Kalipay Foundation of Bacolod and the Samaritan’s Inc. in Cavite.
In addition to her hectic professional life, Kuh has visited prisons, rehabs, and orphanages as part of her calling and commitment to sharing God’s good news and love.
Kuh believes that more than just providing financial or material support to incarcerated individuals or abandoned or orphaned children, the spiritual welfare and needs of these individuals are just as important or, if not even more important, as they face the stigma of imprisonment and neglect.
She believes that by paying it forward through her faith, she is also helping society by imparting positive and encouraging values to people whom society has somehow shunned or forgotten, thus giving them hope for a second, third, or even fourth chance at a better, more productive life.
In line with the theme of her concert, Kuh will be performing familiar Pop ditties with inspiring messages that she hopes will entertain and impart a positive spiritual vibe to her audience.
3:16 is one concert that Kuh hopes will not only entertain people who will go to watch it but, more importantly, be able to take home an inspiring message that will give them hope and encouragement as they face the many challenges in their daily lives.
Bong hinted at shooting two movies to be shot this year, including a project with Kapuso young star Jillian Ward.
Sen. Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr.
Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr. has been in the entertainment industry for over 50 years, and he considers himself to have played numerous memorable roles.
Asked about dream roles, Bong said: "Nagawa ko na halos lahat ng roles. Gay role na lang yata ang hindi."
Bong, 57, stated that he is willing to accept any role as long as it aligns with his image.
"Binabagayan din ang mga role. Hindi porke't hindi ko pa nagawa, kailangan gawin na natin. Kung ano ang bagay sa image natin, gagawin ko," said Bong during a lunch in Quezon City recently.
Bong said that he's excited to celebrate Valentine's Day with his family.
“Mayroon nang inihahanda ang aking maybahay, si Lani, with the whole family, doon kami. ‘Yung mga kapatid ko, ‘yung mga anak ko, mga asawa-asawa nila. Sama-sama kami sa bahay lang. Mag-iihaw-ihaw kami doon,” the senator said.
Bong, who currently stars in season 2 of the action-comedy series "Walang Matigas Na Pulis Sa Matinik na Misis" on the GMA network, expressed disappointment over the recent series of breakups in showbiz. “Nakapanghihinayang siyempre. Nag-invest sila ng oras para sa relasyon na ‘yun, taon, minsan 10 years, 20 years, tapos masasayang lang, magbe-break lang sila. Sayang naman ‘yung panahon.
(It's regrettable, of course. They invested time in that relationship, years, sometimes 10 years, sometimes 20 years, and then it's just wasted. They just break up. It's a waste of time.)
“Ang importante kasi sa relasyon, pagkatiwalaan ‘yung isa’t isa. Huwag ‘yung simpleng selos ay hahayaan mo nang masira ‘yung relasyon. Bigyan ng pagkakataon ang bawat isa, importante ‘yung tiwala.
(The important thing in a relationship is trust. Don't let simple jealousy ruin the relationship. Give each other a chance; trust is important.)
“Hangga’t maaari, kung may problema, pag-usapan, huwag tulugan, tapusin n’yo the same night,” Bong also said.
(As much as possible, if there is a problem, talk about it, don't sleep, finish it the same night.)
Bong hinted at shooting two movies to be shot this year, including a project with Kapuso young star Jillian Ward. "Basta hanggang d'yan lang muna. Para sa next presscon na yung iba."
The hunk politician said that he would be very next year as he sought reelection in the Senate.
"We are forever grateful, Atty. Jake. Rest in peace, Kapamilya!"
Atty. Augusto 'Jake' Almeda Lopez (fphc.com picture)
Another official of ABS-CBN has passed away.
War veteran and former ABS-CBN vice chairman Atty. Jake Almeda Lopez has died. He was 95.
Lopez passed away on Feb. 3, the same day ABS-CBN executive Deo Endrinal died.
ABS-CBN has issued a statement on the passing of Lopez:
"ABS-CBN mourned the loss of our esteemed Vice Chairman and pillar, Atty. Jake Almeda Lopez. A decorated war veteran, he dedicated many years to building and rebuilding ABS-CBN alongside our founder, Kapitan Geny Lopez, who described him as the "soul" of our organization.
"His life was a testament to service, both on the battlefield and as a Kapamilya leader, serving his country and contributing greatly to ABS-CBN's success. As we bid farewell to one of our pioneers, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.
We are forever grateful, Atty. Jake. Rest in peace, Kapamilya!"
His demise was announced by his son PJ on social media. He did not reveal the cause of death.
Deo Endrinal (Instagram)
Deo Endrinal, head of Dreamscape Entertainment Television of ABS-CBN, has passed away, it was announced on Feb. 3
His demise was announced by his son PJ on social media. He did not reveal the cause of death.
PJ's full post:
"This has to be the hardest caption that I will ever post.
"Thank you daddy for everything, you have been the best father not just to me but to everyone that has known you. We will always remember how fortunate we are that you were in our lives.
"This will definitely be a hole in my heart and will leave a scar; but I know that you’re finally free from pain and now happily dancing in heaven cause you’ll definitely be the life of the party up there.
"We might be grieving now but instead of the sadness we should be celebrating the life you lived and shared with us and for that we’ll always be grateful. "For now, Rest in Paradise Daddy, I love you so so much."
Prior to Dreamscape, Deo was also a writer and producer for ABS-CBN. Dreamscape Entertainment is behind the popular Kapamilya shows Linlang, Senior High, Pira-Pirasong Paraiso, FPJ's Batang Quiapo, Dirty Linen, and more.
PJ has yet to announce the interment details for his father.
In 2018, Ahtisa won first runner-up at Miss International. In 2020, She filed an application for Miss Universe Philippines but decided to withdraw at the last minute.
Ahtisa Manalo (Instagram)
Former Miss International first runner-up Ahtisa Manalo has been appointed as the official delegate of Quezon Province for Miss Universe Philippines 2024. This time, she's ready to conquer the Miss Universe stage.
"When I joined Bb. Pilipinas in 2018, I was very young - 20. I didn't feel I could utilize the platform to explore my full potential. And now, at 26, I have many life experiences, and I've grown a lot. I feel like now I can utilize the platform very well," said Ahtisa during an interview for ABS-CBN on Saturday.
In 2018, Ahtisa won first runner-up at Miss International. In 2020, She filed an application for Miss Universe Philippines but decided to withdraw at the last minute.
"I don't think I was ready then. I had a lot of growing to do. It felt like it was only two years after Bb. Pilipinas. I didn't think I had anything new to offer," she said.
Ahtisa, 26, she's ready for pageantry again.
"I feel like I'm a lot stronger now. I can handle many more things better, and I also feel like being an entrepreneur has helped me utilize my skills and see the potential that the Miss Universe Philippines platform has," she said.
Ahtisa recalled she had joined pageants in Quezon in elementary school.
"I was born in Candelaria, Quezon. I grew up there most of my life. I spent 20 years of my life. I only left for Bb. Pilipinas. I started joining pageants when I was in fourth grade because I wanted to help my family by sending me to school. So they're the ones who've been sending me to school ever since I started kindergarten.
"And I felt like I needed to help, and my pageant, then Little Miss Inverga, had one-year free tuition if you won, so I don't have anything to pay. So doon ako nagsimula mag-pageant because I saw the potential in helping my family and myself," she said.
Ahtisa emphasized the significance of having good communication skills for a beauty queen.
"Communication skills are a big factor in being able to convey your thoughts. You don't need to speak a specific language and be fluent in one, but I think it is important to be able to make people understand what you mean," she said.
The beauty queen also discussed her advocacy. "I'm working with Alan Academy. It is an organization where we believe that the best way to empower children is through education and education, a holistic form of education that starts from a very young age, which teaches global citizenship, social skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset."
