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Thirteen-year-old Eimeverlee Fren Avellano-Canimo is growing up to be an achiever as a beauty queen. And it won't be long when the teen queen also becomes a national pride. After she won the Ginoo and Binibining Kalikasan 2018 pageant in Baguio City recently, Eimeverlee has become an inspiration to young girls who also dream of becoming a beauty queen like her. In November 2017, Eimeverlee represented the CALABARZON Region in the contest. She became the pride of her school and brought honor again to the entire when she edged out nine other regional candidates in the pageant. Eimeverlee impressed the crowd and the judges during the question-and-answer portion where she truly proved she is worthy of the title. She flawlessly explained them the cause and effects of illegal logging in the country. Her remarkable answer in the crucial Q&A portion earned her the Miss Intelligence special award. Other special awards she received were Best in Talent, Best in Sports...

I've always had the impression that Mario's Restaurant on Morato Avenue in Quezon City is the go-to spot for celebrities. In the 80s, it seemed almost every day, newspapers and magazines reported that showbiz personalities were holding press conferences at Mario's. Some celebrities would also make late-night reservations for their families and friends to enjoy the restaurant's delicious food. These days, it's not just movie stars who frequent Mario's. Even politicians have become regular visitors, meeting to discuss current events while savoring the unique blend of Filipino and Spanish dishes. Mario's consistently draws a full house thanks to its excellent cuisine and elegant dining atmosphere. Making a reservation is highly recommended before visiting. Weekdays see politicians, movie stars, lawyers, and businesspeople dining here, while weekends bring in families. Mario's, named after Nenuca Benitez's husband, has two branches in the Philippin...