Showing posts with label Karen Davila. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Karen Davila. Show all posts

Monday, November 16, 2015

Alma Moreno's "Headstart" interview with Karen Davila goes viral

Senatorial aspirant Alma Moreno has become a trending topic on social media because of her interview on ANC's "Headstart with Karen Davila" last week.

Alma Moreno on Headstart with Karen DavilaImage: capture from YouTube (ABS-CBN News)

The ParaƱaque councilor seemed not so ready to sit down with Karen as she seemed not very well-versed with some issues which resulted into some awkward moments.

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

‘My Puhunan’ features sari-sari store owner who turned millionaire

Millionaire Merly Plan started small. She put up a sari-sari store using a capital of P1,000 but now earns millions of pesos from her three-story grocery store.

My Puhunan

Get to know the self-made millionaire in “My Puhunan” tomorrow (Nov 12) as broadcast journalist Karen Davila  shares how Merly, a former factory worker, successfully grew her home-based business.

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Mang Tootz Food House owner gets spotlight in ‘My Puhunan’

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila shares the secret to success of Edwin Vergara, also known as Mang Tootz, the owner of one of the most famous eateries among students in Manila’s University Belt this Wednesday (Nov 5) in “My Puhunan.”

Edwin Mang Tootz Vergara with Karen Davila in My Puhunan

“Mang Tootz Food House,” located along P. Noval Street beside the University of Santo Tomas, is known for its dishes that are not expected of a typical carindera, such as Korean barbecue, breaded chicken, kebab, and its famous special turon, the banana rhuma.

Monday, October 13, 2014

Former janitor now owns largest computer shop chain

More people are able to buy their own computers and smartphones, while Internet services have become cheaper. However, that doesn’t mean computer shops are dying out, because the popularity of social media and online gaming keeps them alive.

My Puhunan

Know the secrets to running a successful computer shop business in “My Puhunan” this Wednesday (October 15) as Karen Davila features the story of Eric Redulfin, a former janitor and bagger who now owns The Net.com, the largest computer shop chain in the country with 58 branches nationwide.

Friday, October 3, 2014

Boy Abunda talks about his haunting illness in 'The Bottomline'

This Saturday (October 4), Asia’s King of Talk Boy Abunda is back to bravely take the spotlight in “The Bottomline with Boy Abunda,” and to answer speculations about his haunting illness.


Taking the hot seat for the very first time, the King of Talk will tell us about the struggles he went through as he underwent a medical procedure called aspiration of the liver abscess.

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

'My Puhunan' bares ups and downs in life of famous 'Bulaluhan' owner

ABS-CBN’s current affairs program “My Puhunan” inspires viewers tomorrow (Oct 1) with the story of Cecille Pineda, the owner of the famous “Bulaluhan sa Ramirez” as she shares her journey to becoming rich and the hardships she’s had to endure as a successful entrepreneur.

My Puhunan

Cecille has run her famous ‘bulaluhan’ for three decades now. At 62, she has no plans of retiring from work and still oversees her eatery’s operations.

Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Farmer turned millionaire baker featured in 'My Puhunan' (Aug 20)

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila tells the story of a former farmer and pandesal vendor who now runs a bakery with 28 branches tomorrow (August 20) in “My Puhunan.”

My Puhunan anchor Karen Davila

Demetrio “Metring” Cuevas only finished grade four and grew rice in Batangas to make ends meet. Eventually, he left the province to seek better work opportunities in Manila and ended up selling pandesal. Through his perseverance and hardwork, he was able to open his first store called Cuevas Bakery.

Monday, August 11, 2014

'My Puhunan' and 'Mutya Ng Masa' celebrate 1st anniversary

“My Puhunan” recently celebrated its first anniversary by sharing inspiring success stories and imparting knowledge and skills to aspiring entrepreneurs via a “kabuhayan caravan.”

My Puhunan

More than 250 participants joined the caravan, a one-day event with livelihood seminars and fun-filled activities led by anchor Karen Davila. The event was even made more special because three of its speakers were Joel and Jean Divinagracia and Annaliza Dizon, who were mentored by successful businessmen and were given small capital to jumpstart their businesses through “My Puhunan.”

Married couple Joel and Jean learned how to make papaya soap bars from GT Cosmetics owner Nora Salvane, while single mother and polio victim Annaliza received a high-powered sewing machine from Perry’s Group of Companies’ Arthur Tugade. What’s their advice to people who want to start a business?

Catch their success stories and the scenes at the kabuhayan caravan this Wednesday (August 13) in “My Puhunan.”

Mutya Ng Masa

“Mutya ng Masa,” meanwhile, also organized an “Araw ng Mga Mutya” event in celebration of its first anniversary. Kapamilya stars Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee joined the festivities and entertained the participants, mostly women, including a hardworking mom who was rewarded with a tricycle.

Don’t miss “My Puhunan” this Wednesday (Aug 13), and “Mutya ng Masa” tomorrow (Aug 12), 4 PM on ABS-CBN. For updates, follow @mypuhunan and @MutyaNgMasa on Twitter or like www.facebook.com/MyPuhunan and www.facebook.com/MutyaNgMasa.

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Wednesday, July 30, 2014

'My Puhunan' features brokenhearted woman who found inspiration in soap business

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila details the story of how a businesswoman coped with and moved on from a failed marriage by dedicating her time and attention to her multi-million beauty soap business tomorrow (July 30) in “My Puhunan.”

My Puhunan

Despite being a dedicated wife, mother, and entrepreneur, her husband still managed to cheat on her with another woman. After filing for annulment, she became depressed, until she found new inspiration in a business that would eventually heal her broken heart.

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Uratex owner featured in 'My Puhunan'

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila features the inspiring story of a former factory worker who worked hard, found her own luck, and became a billionaire and owner of the country’s largest foam factory this Wednesday (May 28) in “My Puhunan.”

My Puhunan

Seventy-year-old Natividad Cheng, the owner of “Uratex” that produces different kinds of mattresses and furniture, did not finish college and, like her husband, struggled to provide for their family when they toiled in low-wage factory jobs.

Monday, March 31, 2014

John and Camille Prats' school featured in 'My Puhunan'

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila details how a former tricycle driver and his wife became millionaires by adding a creative twist to the popular polvoron this Wednesday (April 2) in “My Puhunan.”

My Puhunan

Joel and Marissa Yala put up their polvoron business after they noticed only marshmallows and biscuits were being sold in chocolate-coated variants. They thought of making choco-coated polvoron, which they called “chocovron.”

Monday, March 10, 2014

Paula Peralejo, former 'Ang TV' star-turned-entrepreneur

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila reveals the story of Carmen Tolentino, a former fish vendor who, through skill and patience, created her own special tocino recipe that became well patronized.


The MV Dona Paz tragedy greatly affected the livelihood of the fishing communities in Lipa, Batangas. Thus, Carmen had to settle for hotdogs and tocino to sell. She began her business by producing five kilos of tocino at her own home, then eventually supplied 100 kilos after she started receiving a lot of orders.

Monday, January 20, 2014

Kim Chiu’s Adorata Weddings featured in ‘My Puhunan’

Sixty six-year-old former farmer and now millionaire Quirino Cruz has difficulty reading and writing. He only finished fourth grade, but despite his lack of formal education, he was able to expand his business due to sheer hard work and determination.

My Puhunan

This Wednesday (Jan 22) in “My Puhunan,” broadcast journalist Karen Davila shares how Quirino took chances to build his own business and became rich by producing and selling fruit juices and nata de coco.

Monday, December 30, 2013

Inmates undergo livelihood training in ‘My Puhunan’

ABS-CBN’s current affairs program “My Puhunan” gives inmates of Talipapa, Quezon City a chance to start over this New Year by giving them an opportunity to learn new skills they can use when they leave jail.

Karen Davila

“My Puhunan,” led by its anchor Karen Davila, heeded the request of a Bible ministry to have the Talipapa inmates undergo training that will help them land a job or earn income when they reenter society.

Monday, December 16, 2013

Sarah Geronimo meets Yolanda survivors in 'Mutya Ng Masa', while Karen Davila gives them help in 'My Puhunan'

ABS-CBN’s current affairs program “My Puhunan” helps a family devastated by typhoon Yolanda get back on track by giving them an opportunity to start their own business this Wednesday (Dec 18) on ABS-CBN.

“My Puhunan” anchor Karen Davila will introduce Crispin and Lorna Macenda, who are currently living with their kids in Villamor Airbase as evacuees, to businessman Luke Macababbad to give them inspiration to rise from the devastating tragedy and put up a business.

Monday, November 25, 2013

James Yap’s scooter store featured in ‘My Puhunan’ (Nov 27)

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila tells the story of how a man who grew up in the slums overcame hurdles to become a millionaire by retirement in My Puhunan this Wednesday (Nov 27).

Karen Davila

Life wasn’t easy for Arthur Tugade and his nine siblings, but he was able to finish school through a scholarship program. Arthur had worked for a company for a long time until he decided to put up his own business when he was 59.

Monday, October 21, 2013

‘My Puhunan’ - mechanic-turned-bag designer helps struggling student (Oct 23)

Broadcast journalist Karen Davila reveals the secrets to success of businessman Ramir Bonghanoy, a former mechanic who now designs bags for luxury fashion brands in ABS-CBN’s My Puhunan this Wednesday, October 23.

Karen Davila

In 1993, Ramir started making necklaces, earrings, and other accessories from seashells. He invented “Radica,” a style of inlaying metal and shells that made his company Bon Ace popular.

Saturday, October 5, 2013

Karen Davila and Doris Bigornia do the ‘Whoops Kiri’ dance craze (VIDEO)

ABS-CBN news personalities Karen Davila and Doris Bigornia, as well as ANC anchors Lexi Schulze and Edric Mendoza danced the viral Whoops Kiri at the Grand Kapamilya Weekend event held on Saturday, October 5, 2013, at the Quezon Memorial Circle.

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Secrets of curtain maker-turned-millionaire revealed in ‘My Puhunan’

Linda Meddalo of Danilyn’s Enterprise Inc. went from sewing curtains for her own home to decorating mansions and plush homes, including the MalacaƱang Palace and Shangri-La Hotel.

Karen Davila in My Puhunan

Know how Linda’s home-based business turned into a flourishing manufacturing company that now earns millions from broadcast journalist Karen Davila on Wednesday, Sept. 11, in My Puhunan.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Anne Curtis, Angel Locsin named People of the Year 2012

People Asia magazine has awarded their 2012 People of the Year on Monday, January 28.

People of the Year 2012

Johnny Litton and Bianca Valerio hosted the ceremony held at the grand ballroom of Dusit Thani Hotel in Makati City.