History of Journalism in the Philippines

 Early Years
 Period of Revolution
 American Colonial Period
 Japanese Occupation
 Post Liberation
 Martial Law
 Contemporary Times
American Colonial Period
After the Spaniards' defeat from the Americans,
English newspapers started to circulate. It was lead
by the Manila Times of Thomas Gowan which was
established on October 11, 1898. The paper was a
response to the complaints of American soldiers with
the lack of a good English newspaper at that time. It
encountered various changes in ownership including
then President Manuel L. Quezon who bought it in 1917
and sold it after four years of possession. Two other
foreign owners had the Manila Times before Alejandro
Roces, Sr. acquired it in 1927. Roces already running
the TVT (Taliba-La Vanguardia-Tribune) chain at that
time then realized the unnecessary owning of another
English paper and so he closed it down in 1930. Also
sometime in 1927 the son of Alejandro Roces, Sr., Ramon Roces put up a
magazine known as Graphic.

TVT then was considered the first newspaper chain in the Philippines. Its
founding was one of the highlight events during the 1920s and had bestowed on
Roces the titled "father of modern journalism." Manila Tribune was
established by Roces on April 1, 1925, with Carlos P.
Romulo as editor.

Another American newspaper issued that time was the

"oldest existing newspaper", The Manila Daily
Bulletin, established by Carson Taylor in February 1,
1900. The paper started out as a shipping journal and
later widened its scope in 1912.

Some time after 1930 with Herald and Tribune on tough

competition for high number of circulation, Sen.
Vicente Madrigal, owner of the Herald, put up his own
publication chain called DMHM comprised of Spanish
daily, El Debate, weekly, Monday Post, Herald and
Mabuhay, a Pilipino daily.

FULL LIST: Pista ng

Pelikulang Pilipino entries
The Film Development Council of the Philippines announces the 12 films that will be
shown during the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino in August

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Published 11:20 PM, June 30, 2017
Updated 8:59 PM, August 17, 2017

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PAUWI NA. Paolo Villaluna's film starring Jerald Napoles, Meryll Soriano, Cherry Pie Picache, and
Bembol Roco is among the films participating in the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino by the Film Development
Council of the Philippines. Screengrab from YouTube/ToFarm Festival

MANILA, Philippines – The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP)

announced on Friday, June 30, the 12 films that will participate in the Pista ng
Pelikulang Pilipino, scheduled from August 16-22.

The line-up is a mixture of different genres, with some films making their Philippine
screening debut. Other films have been shown commercially on cinemas.

Here’s the list of films:

1. 100 Tula Para Kay Stella

Director: Jason Paul Laxamana

Starring: Bela Padilla, JC Santos

2. Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B

Director: Prime Cruz

Starring: Ryza Cenon, Martin del Rosario, Vangie Labalan

3. AWOL

Director: Enzo Williams

Starring: Gerald Anderson

4. Bar Boys

Director: Kip Oebanda

Starring: Rocco Nacino, Carlo Aquino, Enzo Pineda, Kean Cipriano

5. Birdshot

Director: Mikhail Red

Starring: John Arcilla, Ku Aquino, Arnold Reyes, Mary Joy Apostol

6. Hamog

Director: Ralston Jover

Starring: Zaijan Jaranilla, Teri Malvar, Sam Quintania, Bor Lentejas

7. Paglipay

Director: Zig Madamba Dulay

Starring: Garry Cabalic

8. Patay na si Hesus

Director: Victor Villanueva

Starring: Jaclyn Jose, Melde Montanez, Chai Fonacier

9. Pauwi Na

Director: Paolo Villaluna

Starring: Bembol Roco, Cherry Pie Picache, Meryll Soriano, Jerald Napoles, Chai
Fonacier

10. Salvage

Director: Sherad Sanchez

Starring: Jessy Mendiola, JC de Vera, Karl Medina

11. Star na si Van Damme Stallone

Director: Randolph Longjas

Starring: Candy Pangilinan, Paolo Pingol, Acey Aguilar

12. Triptiko

Director: Miguel Franco Michelena

Starring: Albie Casiño, Joseph Marco, Kean Cipriano, Kylie Padilla

The films were chosen by a panel composed of Manet Dayrit, Oggs Cruz, Ricky Lee,
Erik Matti, Jose Javier Reyes, Iza Calzado, and Lee Briones.

The directors, producers, and some of the cast members of the films also attended the
announcement.
PISTA NG PELIKULANG PILIPINO. The committee, producers, directors, and stars of the film attend the
announcement on June 30. Photo by Alexa Villano/Rappler

In an interview with reporters after the announcement, FDCP chairperson Liza Diño-
Seguerra said that the cinema owners are supportive of the event and they event
suggested to hold it in August, since the summer movies from the US have already
been shown. It was also timing for Linggo ng Wika.

"Ito sakto na sakto...and actually the cinemas chose it for us also. 'Bakit hindi mo gawin
ng Linggo ng Wika.' I'm happy," she said.

(It falls exactly [on the Linggo ng Wika], and actually the cinemas chose it for us also.
They said 'why don't you do it on Linggo ng Wika.' )

Liza said that they will have a motorcade on August 13, where they will have an all
outdoor fiesta themed event in Luneta.They will also have a gala opening premiere
night on August 15 where they will screen the movie Zamboanga, a 1937 film starring
Fernando Poe Sr, in celebration of the 100 years of Philippine cinema.

A thanksgiving and awards night, where they will award a Critics Choice Award and
Audience Award, will be on August 19.
The venue will be announced soon. – with a report from Alexa
Villano/Rappler.com
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FULL LIST: Winners, Pista

ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2017
'Birdshot' wins the Critics' Choice Award, while 'Patay na si Hesus' bags the Jury's
Choice prize

Rappler.com
Published 6:32 PM, August 21, 2017
Updated 6:32 PM, August 21, 2017

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CRITICS' CHOICE AWARD. 'Birdshot' wins the Critics' Choice Award during the Pista ng Pelikulang
Pilipino thanksgiving event. Screengrab from YouTube/Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino

MANILA, Philippines – The participating films in the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino were
honored on Sunday, August 20, with a thanksgiving event at White Space in Makati
City.

The movie Birdshot, starring John Arcilla, bagged the Critics' Choice Award, while Patay
na si Hesus was given the Jury's Choice Award.

The Audience's Choice Award went to the film 100 Tula Para kay Stella starring Bela
Padilla and JC Santos.

Below is the full list of winners.

Critics' Choice Award: Birdshot, Mikhail Red

Audience's Choice Award: 100 Tula Para kay Stella, Jason Paul Laxamana

Audience's Choice Award: 100 Tula Para kay

Stella#PPPThanksGivingNightpic.twitter.com/ZeIQnIXzvU
— FDCP_PPP (@FDCP_PPP) August 20, 2017
Jury's Choice Award: Patay na si Hesus, Victor Villanueva

Jury's Choice Award:

Patay na si Jesus#PPPThanksgivingNight pic.twitter.com/Uxq2mr25gj

— FDCP_PPP (@FDCP_PPP) August 20, 2017

Sine Kabataan Short Film competition:

Amazing By Choice Award:

Fat You, Ronnel Rivera III

Ang Kapitbahay ko sa 2014, Anya Zulueta

Jury's Choice Award (with cash prize):

Pahimakas, Lance Maravillas

Delayed si Jhemerlyn Rose, Don Senoc

Sine Kabataan Best Picture: Ang Unang Araw ng Pasukan, Ar-Jen Manlapig

On Facebook, Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) chairperson Liza

Diño-Seguerra announced that the PPP has grossed P96 million as of Sunday, August
20.

"Cinemas set a P100-M target to call Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino a success. As of

yesterday (Sunday), PPP gross has reached P96 million," she said.

The Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino runs until Tuesday, August 22. – Rappler.com
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IN PHOTOS: Pista ng
Pelikulang Pilipino parade
The stars of the 12 participating films join the motorcade in Manila

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Published 3:12 PM, August 14, 2017
Updated 3:15 PM, August 14, 2017

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'BIRDSHOT'. The stars of 'Birdshot,' led by John Arcilla, wave to the crowd during the Pista ng Pelikulang
Pilipino motorcade in Manila. All photos by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler
MANILA, Philippines – The Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino (PPP) kicked off its celebration
with a parade on Sunday, August 13, in Manila.

The floats of the 12 participating films – Birdshot, 100 Tula Para Kay Stella, Ang
Manananggal sa Unit 23B, AWOL, Bar Boys, Hamog, Paglipay, Patay na si
Hesus, Pauwi Na,Salvage, Star na si Van Damme Stallone, and Triptiko – started their
parade at the Liwasang Bonifacio and ended at Rizal Park's Burnham Green.

The audience were treated to games and other activities like ChalkArt, kite flying, and
cultural performances. Stars also danced and sang for the fans.

At the event, National Youth Commission (NYC) Chairperson Aiza Seguerra also
announced the 12 films for the Sine Kabataan, which is also part of the PPP.

The PPP, a project of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), will run
from August 16 to August 22.
– Rappler.com
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insurance?
Save yourself from worrying about hassle or long lines at the LTO

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Updated 11:33 AM, August 03, 2017

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MANILA, Philippines — Trips to the LTO can be time-consuming and nerve-wracking.

Ainee is no stranger to this. Regular visits to the LTO include renewal of her driver’s
license and car registration.

The latter also requires her to get a Compulsory Third-Party Liability (CTPL), an
insurance policy required by the LTO whenever you renew your vehicle registration. In
case of accidents involving a third party, you’re covered for damages amounting up to
P100, 000.

Majority of government processes have gone online. But a number of Filipinos remain
skeptical, preferring to brave the tough lines instead.

During one of Ainee’s trips to the LTO, someone approached her and offered to assist
with the CTPL while she was completing her smoke emission test and stencil.

She handed over her OR/CR (Official Receipt/Certificate of Registration) and the
payment, and they took care of the processing.

However, Ainee had misgivings about the legitimacy of the process.

While listening to the news, she learned that CTPL renewal and application can be done
online. After a Google search, she found Paramount.

Any doubts Ainee might have had about online CTPL application disappeared when she
did a background check on Paramount’s CTPL.ph and found that they were an
insurance company licensed by the Insurance Commission and accredited by the LTO.

After a call to the LTO to make sure her plate number was registered, she logged on
to CTPL.ph and completed all the details needed online. After a few minutes, she
received her policy through email.

“Noong nag-transact ako online with Paramount [When I transacted with Paramount
online], it was very easy. It would already tell you what's needed,” she said.

With Paramount’s online CTPL application, you just need to log on to CTPL.ph, type in
the details of your car, and pay the premium online via debit, credit card, bank deposit,
or Bayad Center branches.

She was surprised to discover that it only cost P635 this time around—cheaper than
previous insurance applications. These usually amounted to more or less P1,000
whenever someone would assist her with securing it.

Ainee then proceeded to LTO Diliman branch to complete her registration. The LTO
staff immediately processed her registration—she encountered no problems with the
CTPL she purchased online.

More than the convenience and the cheaper price, however, Ainee just wants to do
secure her CTPL the right way.

This insurance covers the car owner financially, but also protects potential third parties,
and this is what gives Ainee more confidence on the road.

“I am not submitting this just to comply with LTO requirements. I need to do this
because it's my protection, as a vehicle owner, as a driver, in case something happens,”
she said. — Rappler.com
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Paramount Direct aims to provide their clients with the most convenient, affordable and simple ways to
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easier third-party liability
insurance?
Save yourself from worrying about hassle or long lines at the LTO

Rappler.com
Published 1:28 PM, August 02, 2017
Updated 11:33 AM, August 03, 2017

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Photo courtesy of Ainee Santo

MANILA, Philippines — Trips to the LTO can be time-consuming and nerve-wracking.

Ainee is no stranger to this. Regular visits to the LTO include renewal of her driver’s
license and car registration.

The latter also requires her to get a Compulsory Third-Party Liability (CTPL), an
insurance policy required by the LTO whenever you renew your vehicle registration. In
case of accidents involving a third party, you’re covered for damages amounting up to
P100, 000.

Majority of government processes have gone online. But a number of Filipinos remain
skeptical, preferring to brave the tough lines instead.

During one of Ainee’s trips to the LTO, someone approached her and offered to assist
with the CTPL while she was completing her smoke emission test and stencil.
She handed over her OR/CR (Official Receipt/Certificate of Registration) and the
payment, and they took care of the processing.

However, Ainee had misgivings about the legitimacy of the process.

While listening to the news, she learned that CTPL renewal and application can be done
online. After a Google search, she found Paramount.

Any doubts Ainee might have had about online CTPL application disappeared when she
did a background check on Paramount’s CTPL.ph and found that they were an
insurance company licensed by the Insurance Commission and accredited by the LTO.

After a call to the LTO to make sure her plate number was registered, she logged on
to CTPL.ph and completed all the details needed online. After a few minutes, she
received her policy through email.

“Noong nag-transact ako online with Paramount [When I transacted with Paramount
online], it was very easy. It would already tell you what's needed,” she said.

With Paramount’s online CTPL application, you just need to log on to CTPL.ph, type in
the details of your car, and pay the premium online via debit, credit card, bank deposit,
or Bayad Center branches.

She was surprised to discover that it only cost P635 this time around—cheaper than
previous insurance applications. These usually amounted to more or less P1,000
whenever someone would assist her with securing it.

Ainee then proceeded to LTO Diliman branch to complete her registration. The LTO
staff immediately processed her registration—she encountered no problems with the
CTPL she purchased online.

More than the convenience and the cheaper price, however, Ainee just wants to do
secure her CTPL the right way.

This insurance covers the car owner financially, but also protects potential third parties,
and this is what gives Ainee more confidence on the road.

“I am not submitting this just to comply with LTO requirements. I need to do this
because it's my protection, as a vehicle owner, as a driver, in case something happens,”
she said. — Rappler.com
Paramount Direct is the direct marketing arm of Paramount Life & General Insurance Corporation, an
insurance company established in 1950 and licensed with the Insurance Commission of the Philippines.
Paramount Direct aims to provide their clients with the most convenient, affordable and simple ways to
fulfill their insurance needs.

Take a step towards a financially secured future! Apply for your insurance plans at
Paramount Direct and get the protection that you and your family deserve.
PHILIPPINES

Liza Diño named Film

Development Council chief
Liza Diño replaces Briccio G. Santos who has headed the agency since 2010

Rappler.com
Published 2:23 PM, August 12, 2016
Updated 2:23 PM, August 12, 2016
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FDC. Liza Diño-Seguerra is the new chairperson of the Film Development Council of the Philippines.
Photo from Liza Diño-Seguerra's Instagram account

MANILA, Philippines – President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed Liza Diño as

chairperson of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) for a term of 3
years, Malacañang announced on Friday, August 12.

Diño replaces Briccio G. Santos who has headed the agency since 2010.

The FDCP, created under Republic Act No. 9167, is mandated to formulate and
implement policies and programs to upgrade the craft of filmmaking, among others.

Malacañang announced the latest presidential appointments on Friday, which included

celebrity couple Diño and Aiza Seguerra, who was named chairperson of the National
Youth Commission.

Prior to their appointment, Duterte has asked for the couple's help in promoting arts and
culture.

"We are very pleased to know that the thrust of the Duterte administration's social
agenda is to give importance to culture as one of the main components in nation
building," Diño said in a previous social media post.

Diño is a multi-awarded actress who has appeared in independent and mainstream

films.

She won the Ani ng Dangal Award in 2010 and 2012 for Compound and In Nomine
Matris, respectively. She also bagged the Best Actress Award at the International Film
Festival Manhattan New York, and Best Female Performance at the Equality
International Film Festival for In Nomine Matris in 2012.

Diño and Aiza have been a vocal supporters of President Rodrigo Duterte since he
emerged as a presidential candidate, and campaigned for him on social media and at
rallies.

Despite her support for Duterte, Diño had criticized the president for whistling and
offending GMA reporter Mariz Umali during a press conference in Davao City.

"From his mouth towards a receiver – the burden of context now lies not with him, but
with Mariz. And Mariz said and felt it was improper," Diño said.

In September 2015, Diño also supported the Lumads in their fight against the alleged
attacks and killings in their community.

Diño and Seguerra are the latest celebrity supporters of Duterte to get posts in the new
administration. Among the others are singer Jimmy Bondoc and comedian Arnell
Ignacio, who have appointed as assistant vice presidents at the Philippine Amusement
and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).

Freddie Aguilar earlier said Duterte had tapped him to chair the National Commission
on Culture and the Arts, but the position is subject to election by the NCCA board. –
Rappler.com

5 Things to know about the

road trip movie 'Patay na si
Hesus'
'Patay na si Hesus' is one of the 12 films in the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino

Rappler.com
Published 7:00 PM, August 21, 2017
Updated 10:55 AM, August 22, 2017

FAMILY FILM. 'Patay na si Hesus' tells the story of a mother and her children as they make their way to
visit the wake of her late husband. Screengrab from YouTube/Sine Pelikula
MANILA, Philippines – Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino is in full swing, and among the 12
movies in theaters is Victor Villanueva's Patay na si Hesus, starring Jaclyn Jose and
Chai Fonacier. (Movie Reviews: All 12 Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino films)

The movie follows a mom named Iyay (Jose), who takes her children on a roadtrip to
Dumaguete from Cebu to attend her husband's funeral. Along the way, each of the
family members discover things among themselves.

The film is produced by the people behind the films Zombadings and That Thing Called
Tadhana.

Here's a few fun facts on the film which is shown until August 22.

1. The movie won two awards at the QCinema Festival 2016.

Patay na si Hesus is one of the films that was already screened locally before the PPP.
The movie picked up two special awards at the QCinema Festival in 2016: Gender
Sensitivity Award and Audience Choice Award for Feature film.

2. Patay na si Hesus was picked up by Columbia Pictures for distribution.

In July, Columbia Pictures Philippines announced that they were distributing the movie
in cinemas.

In a statement, Columbia Pictures Philippines’ managing director Christopher Sy

said:"Columbia has always been supportive of the local movie industry and we see this
as a step to getting more involved in the development of Filipino films. We couldn’t be
happier to be working with the folks at T-Rex in bringing this film to audiences
nationwide."

3. Jaclyn Jose and Mailes Kanapi took Bisaya lessons for the movie.

According to Scoutmag, actresses Jaclyn Jose and Mailes Kanapi took Bisaya lessons
for their respective roles as Iyay and the nun in the film. Jaclyn studied the language
two months before reading the script for the movie.

4. Patay na si Hesus is just one of two films that Chai Fonacier is part of in
the PPP.

Aside from Patay nas si Hesus, Chai is also part of the film Pauwi Na, starring Bembol
Roco and Cherry Pie Picache.
5. The movie won the Special Jury Prize award in the PPP.

On Sunday, August 20, the organizers of Pistang Pelikulang Pilipino headed by Film
Development Council of the Philippines chairperson Liza Diño-Seguerra awarded the
Special Jury Prize to Patay na si Hesus. The simple ceremony was held at White Space
in Makati.

– Rappler.com
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

5 Things to know about the

road trip movie 'Patay na si
Hesus'
'Patay na si Hesus' is one of the 12 films in the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino

Rappler.com
Published 7:00 PM, August 21, 2017
Updated 10:55 AM, August 22, 2017

FAMILY FILM. 'Patay na si Hesus' tells the story of a mother and her children as they make their way to
visit the wake of her late husband. Screengrab from YouTube/Sine Pelikula

MANILA, Philippines – Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino is in full swing, and among the 12
movies in theaters is Victor Villanueva's Patay na si Hesus, starring Jaclyn Jose and
Chai Fonacier. (Movie Reviews: All 12 Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino films)

The movie follows a mom named Iyay (Jose), who takes her children on a roadtrip to
Dumaguete from Cebu to attend her husband's funeral. Along the way, each of the
family members discover things among themselves.

The film is produced by the people behind the films Zombadings and That Thing Called
Tadhana.

Here's a few fun facts on the film which is shown until August 22.
1. The movie won two awards at the QCinema Festival 2016.

Patay na si Hesus is one of the films that was already screened locally before the PPP.
The movie picked up two special awards at the QCinema Festival in 2016: Gender
Sensitivity Award and Audience Choice Award for Feature film.

2. Patay na si Hesus was picked up by Columbia Pictures for distribution.

In July, Columbia Pictures Philippines announced that they were distributing the movie
in cinemas.

In a statement, Columbia Pictures Philippines’ managing director Christopher Sy

said:"Columbia has always been supportive of the local movie industry and we see this
as a step to getting more involved in the development of Filipino films. We couldn’t be
happier to be working with the folks at T-Rex in bringing this film to audiences
nationwide."

3. Jaclyn Jose and Mailes Kanapi took Bisaya lessons for the movie.

According to Scoutmag, actresses Jaclyn Jose and Mailes Kanapi took Bisaya lessons
for their respective roles as Iyay and the nun in the film. Jaclyn studied the language
two months before reading the script for the movie.

4. Patay na si Hesus is just one of two films that Chai Fonacier is part of in
the PPP.

Aside from Patay nas si Hesus, Chai is also part of the film Pauwi Na, starring Bembol
Roco and Cherry Pie Picache.

5. The movie won the Special Jury Prize award in the PPP.

On Sunday, August 20, the organizers of Pistang Pelikulang Pilipino headed by Film
Development Council of the Philippines chairperson Liza Diño-Seguerra awarded the
Special Jury Prize to Patay na si Hesus. The simple ceremony was held at White Space
in Makati.

– Rappler.com