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!


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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Die Schauspielerin ist gestorben

 MARIA SEBALDT (†)

Maria Sebaldt (†)

Maria Sebaldt (†)
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Die Schauspielwelt trauert um Maria Sebaldt: Der "Wicherts von nebenan"-Star ist im Alter von 92 Jahren verstorben.

Maria Sebaldt ist gestorben. Das berichtet die "Bild"-Zeitung mit Berufung auf das engste Familienumfeld der beliebten Schauspielerin. Laut der Publikation ist der "Wicherts von nebenan"-Star bereits am 4. April 2023 in einer Seniorenresidenz im Landkreis München gestorben, in der Sebaldt seit zwei Jahren lebte. Die Schauspielerin starb drei Wochen vor ihrem 93. Geburtstag. 

Trauer um Maria Sebaldt (†)

Die Schauspielkarriere von Maria Sebaldt begann Anfang der 50er-Jahre, die gebürtige Berlinerin war 1956 unter anderem neben Heinz Rühmann, †92, in dem Klassiker "Der Hauptmann von Köpenick" sowie an der Seite von Peter Alexander, †84, in der Komödie "Charleys Tante" zu sehen.

Maria Sebaldt spielte in "Ich heirate eine Familie" und auf dem "Traumschiff"

1965 heiratete Maria Sebaldt den Schauspieler Robert Freitag, †94, das Paar bekam eine gemeinsame Tochter, für die Sebaldt ihre Karriere temporär zurückstellte. In den 80er-Jahren feierte sie dann schließlich ihr Comeback in der beliebten ZDF-Serie "Die Wicherts von nebenan", als Familienmutter spielte sie sich in die Herzen der Zuschauer:innen. Auch durch die Kult-Serie "Ich heirate eine Familie" wurde Sebaldt bekannt. Bis ins hohe Alter war die Darstellerin im Fernsehen zu sehen, unter anderem 2014 beim "Traumschiff".

Maria Sebaldt hinterlässt eine Tochter, ihr Ehemann ist bereits 2010 gestorben.

The Philippines’ Clearest Waterfall | It’s hard to Believe! 🇵🇭


The Philippines’ Clearest waterfall | It’s Hard to Believe! 🇵🇭 Patreon: https://patreon.com/user?u=83988142 Email: mergimvlogsyt@gmail.com Instagram: mergimvlogs Taytay Falls is a breathtaking waterfall located in Majayjay, Laguna, in the Philippines. Surrounded by lush greenery and towering trees, the falls offer a peaceful and serene escape from the rush of daily life. The waterfall cascades down into a beautiful pool, inviting visitors to take a refreshing dip in its cool and crystal-clear waters. To reach Taytay Falls, visitors must trek through a scenic forest trail, adding to the allure of the adventure. The trek is relatively easy and takes approximately 20-30 minutes, allowing visitors to take in the scenery along the way. Once they reach the falls, they can relax on the rocks surrounding the pool, swim in the refreshing water, or marvel at the scenic forest views.

‘Amang’ maintains strength as it traverses the coastal waters of Camarines Sur

BY ELLALYN DE VERA-RUIZ


AT A GLANCE

  • Amang is expected to move generally northwestward in the next 12 hours and is expected to pass through the eastern localities of Camarines Sur, Lamon Bay, and Quezon, with the possibility of passing near or over the Polillo Islands.
  • Due to the continuous strong winds brought by Amang, tropical cyclone wind signal number 1 remains hoisted over Catanduanes, Sorsogon, Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Laguna, Aurora, Quezon including Polillo Islands, Rizal, Bulacan, and Nueva Ecija.
  • Amang may also bring rains to Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon, Tarlac, Pampanga, Bulacan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and the southern part of Aurora until Saturday, April 15.

Tropical depression Amang maintained its strength as it traverses the coast of Caramoan, Camarines Sur on Wednesday afternoon, April 12, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said in its latest bulletin.

PAGASA said Amang maintained its maximum sustained winds of 45 kilometers per hour (kph) near the center and gusts of up to 55 kph as of 2 p.m., Wednesday.

It is moving north-northwest at a speed of 10 kph.

Amang is expected to move generally northwestward in the next 12 hours and is expected to pass through the eastern localities of Camarines Sur, Lamon Bay, and Quezon, with the possibility of passing near or over the Polillo Islands.

PAGASA said Amang will be over the coastal waters of Paracale, Camarines Norte in the next 12 hours; over the coast of Panukulan, Quezon in the next 24 hours; and in the vicinity Carranglan, Nueva Ecija in the next 36 hours.

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This satellite image from PAGASA shows the location of tropical depression Amang as of 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2023.

Strong winds, heavy rains persist

Due to the continuous strong winds brought by Amang, tropical cyclone wind signal number 1 remains hoisted over Catanduanes, Sorsogon, Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Laguna, Aurora, Quezon including Polillo Islands, Rizal, Bulacan, and Nueva Ecija.

“Areas under Wind Signal No. 1 may experience strong winds—strong breeze to near gale strength—associated with the tropical depression, which may cause minimal to minor impacts to life and property,” PAGASA warned.

Amang may also continue to bring heavy rains over Metro Manila, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon, Tarlac, Pampanga, Bulacan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and the southern part of Aurora until Saturday, April 15.

“Under these conditions, isolated flash floods and rain-induced landslides are possible, especially in areas that are highly or very highly susceptible to these hazards as identified in hazard maps and in localities that experienced considerable amounts of rainfall for the past several days,” PAGASA said.

The weather bureau is not ruling out a “considerable” change in the track forecast in its succeeding bulletins due to the weak and disorganized nature of the tropical depression.

It added that Amang may weaken into a low pressure area on Wednesday evening or Thursday, April 13, due to the “combined effects of land interaction, dry air intrusion, and increasing vertical wind shear.”

1st SUMMER MMFF: And the nominees are ...

BY CARISSA ALCANTARA


AT A GLANCE

  • Golden Globe and Bafta nominee Dolly de Leon is head of the jury for this year's filmfest.


Summer Metro Manila Film Fest.jpgThe inaugural Summer Metro Manila Film Festival has revealed its nominees hours before the awarding ceremonies which will be held at the New Frontier Theater in Araneta City on April 11.

Golden Globe and Bafta nominee Dolly de Leon is head of the jury for this year's filmfest.

Eight films are vying for the first Summer MMFF. The Summer MMFF Gabi ng Parangal will have its live telecast on OnePh at 8 PM and 10:45 p.m. for the delayed telecast on TV5.

Without further ado, here is the list of nominees for the first Summer MMFF.

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By the numbers:

Here Comes the Groom: 10
About Us But Not About Us: 10
Unravel: A Swiss Side Love Story: 8
Yung Libro Sa Napanuod Ko : 7

Big stars confirmed for MUPH 2023 coronation night

BY ANNALYN S. JUSAY


AT A GLANCE

  • So far, the only previous queen who has been confirmed to arrive is Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa, but the MUPH executives hinted that there could be more who will attend.

  • For the first time, three women who are already mothers made it to the final cut after the pageant announced that it will accept applicants regardless of their marital status.


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Miss Universe PH 2023 candidates during the press presentation in Taguig City last April 11.

Starstruck. That's how Miss Universe Philippines wants its audience to feel as it announced a celebrity-studded line-up for the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) 2023 Coronation Night at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on May 13.

The list includes two of the hottest local movie stars as event hosts, a couple of international performers, with the special attendance of reigning Miss Universe R'Bonney Gabriel and the new Miss Universe Organization owner, Anne Jakrajutatip of Thailand.

Miss Universe Philippines director of communications Voltaire Tayag revealed during the Press Presentation of the pageant's official 38 candidates that Kapuso stars Alden Richards and Xian Lim will be this year's hosts. Reporting on the backstage happenings will be Tim Yap and  Miss Globe 2021 Maureen Montagne.

Earlier, it was reported that K-pop star Nam Woo-Hyun will be performing during the finals. Yesterday, April 11, Tayag bared the addition of American Idol 11th season runner-up. Jessica Sanchez is one of those who will render a song number.

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Pageant veterans Michelle Dee (left) of Makati and Samantha Panlilio of Cavite are in this year's batch of MUPH candidates

MUPH national director Shamcey Supsup said that Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney will fly into town on the first week of May. "She will have a lot of activities with us prior to the coronation and she will be here to attend the coronation with us."

"Apart from her, we are also inviting other Miss Universe winners. We will have a lot of other guests coming. We always want to top what we did last year," Shamcey added.

So far, the only previous queen who has been confirmed to arrive is Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi of South Africa, but the MUPH executives hinted that there could be more who will attend.

For the first time, three women who are already mothers made it to the final cut after the pageant announced that it will accept applicants regardless of their marital status.

The three women are Miss Benguet Joemay-an Leo, Miss Quezon City Mary Eileen Gonzales, and Miss Paranaque, Clariele Dacanay. Meanwhile, one of the contestants, Claire Inso of Lapu-Lapu, said she joined even though she is only 5 feet 4 inches because MUPH also lowered the height requirement.

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MUPH National Director Shamcey Supsup-Lee

A few pageant veterans are also in this year's batch which includes last year's winners Michelle Dee ( Miss Universe Philippines Tourism 2022) and Pauline Amelinckx ( Miss Universe Philippines Charity 2022).

Shamcey said that they're not just looking for someone with a beautiful face and body. "We are looking for someone who is strong, independent, and knows that her work starts the moment she wins. Carrying the Philippines in the Miss Universe stage is such a big responsibility. It has to be someone who is already strong in mind, body, and spirit. She should have a purpose bigger than her ambition," stated the Miss Universe 2011 third runner-up.

Tickets to the 2023 Miss Universe Philippines Coronation Night are available at smtickets.com under the following prices: P12,780 (VIP), P5,270 (Lower Box), P1,490 (Upper Box), and P500 (General Admission).

This year's official candidates for Miss Universe Philippines 2023:

  1. Jannarie Zarzoso, 24, Agusan Del Norte
  2. Avery Marianne Sugcang, 21, Aklan
  3. Kristen Mae Boccang, 23, Apayao
  4. Jan Marie Bordon, 22, Bacolod
  5. Alexandria Bollier, 25, Bacoor City
  6. Krishnan Marie Gravidez, 22, Baguio Cityty
  7. Karen Joyce M. Olfato, 25, Batangas
  8. Joemay-an Leo, 27, Benguet
  9. Pauline Cucharo Amelinckx, 27, Bohol
  10. Princess Anne Marcos, 24, Bulacan
  11. Shayne Glenmae Maquiran, 25, Capiz
  12. Samantha Alexandra Panlilio, 27, Cavite
  13. Dianne C. Padillo, 27, Cebu City
  14. Emmanuelle Fabienne Camcam, 28, Cebu Province (aka Emmanuelle Vera)
  15. Klyza Ferrando Castro, 23, Davao Oriental
  16. Airissh T. Ramos, 26, Eastern Samar
  17. Vanessa Tse Wing, 26, Guimaras
  18. Chloei Darl Gabales, 21, Iloilo City
  19. Kimberlyn Jane Madamba Acob, 24, Isabela
  20. Clare Sanchez Inso, 24, Lapu-Lapu
  21. Michelle Daniela Marquez Dee, 27, Makati City
  22. Iman Franchesca Cristal, 24, Mandaluyong City
  23. Christine Joy Salcedo, 24, Marinduque
  24. Vanessa Maria Yuson Matzeit, 25, Negros Oriental
  25. Layla Yousif Adriatico, 26, Northern Samar
  26. Laicka Bonquin Implamado, 26, Occidental Mindoro
  27. Louise Joy Gallardo, 21, Palawan
  28. Mary Angelique Manto, 26, Pampanga
  29. Clariele Dacanay, 24, Parañaque City
  30. Kali Navea-Huff, 27, Pasig City
  31. Mary Eileen Palencia Gonzales, 27, Quezon City
  32. Lesly Joy Sim, 26, Quezon Province
  33. Rein Hillary Carrascal, 25, Sorsogon
  34. Kimberly Escartin, 25, Southern Leyte
  35. Hyra Desiree Betito, 26, Surigao del Norte
  36. Nikki Justine Breedveld, 26, Taguig City
  37. Christiana Afia Yeboah, 25, Tiaong, Quezon
  38. Christine Juliane Opiaza, 23, Zambales

Attention all passengers! No more paper-based departure cards starting May 1


The eTravel portal will soon be used for both departing and arriving passengers.


“One less thing to worry (and carry) as you don’t need to bring a pen and fill up a paper departure card when you leave the country. Starting May 1, 2023, passengers will only need to answer an e-departure form via the online portal eTravel (https://etravel.gov.ph). 

According to a statement from the Bureau of Immigration (BI), the discontinuation of the use of paper-based departure cards is to “lessen the requirements of departing passengers.” 

“The eTravel platform will soon be used for both arriving and departing passengers,” said BI Commissioner Norman Tansingco. 

By answering online, you save a few precious minutes. However, you may only register within 72 hours (around three days) prior to your arrival or departure in the Philippines. An eTravel QR Code will be generated, which will be the one to be presented and scanned at the airport counters.

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A project of different government agencies (such as the DICT, DOT, DOJ, DOH, etc.) working hand-in-hand to digitalize government processes and forms, the online portal has a “save” mechanism that allows you to retrieve your previous details. Therefore, there’s no need to fill up your birthdate, passport number, etc. again and again when you have another international trip.   

“This is a major step in streamlining documents presented by departing travelers, allowing for faster and more efficient immigration processing,” said Tansingco. The BI also reminds the public that accessing the eTravel website is absolutely free of charge. No bank details, credit card numbers, or online payment will be required from the website user. 

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Landing page of the eTravel portal. Starting May 1, this will be used for both departing and arriving passengers in the Philippines.

The paperless transaction is absolutely good news from the BI. Aside from being a faster process, imagine the resources (and money) saved from tons of paper used to print these departure cards, which may or may not be useful at all. This is definitely a win for the environment! 

The digital details will also help the BI collect more accurate data, better screen passengers, and detect any anomalies or discrepancies faster. Digital tools will aid BI personnel as they implement their mandate and fulfill their role as they combat human trafficking, illegal recruitment, or unlawful border entries/ departures. 

This new development also puts our country “at par” with other countries that do not require passengers to answer in any form of paper. All transactions at the airport are done on digital platforms, using apps or websites that have tabs for easy inputting of responses. It is also safer this way, as close contact is prevented, one of the lessons we learned from the pandemic.

So, as part of your future travel, don’t forget to bookmark this website: (https://etravel.gov.ph). You save time, you help the planet, and you have a better travel experience.