Battle of the networks now on

Manila Standard (page 16), Saturday, February 24, 1990 Nora Aunor, Star Querubin, Eric Quizon (Computer Man), Sen. Joseph Estrada: Stars of Channel 13s Pinoy-oriented TV shows

Channel 13 is indeed turning over a new leaf with the advent of new and exciting shows geared to compete in ratings with that of the other networks. "Pusong Pinoy" their slogan, is living up to their commitment of catering specifically to Filipino likes and fantasies. Among their line-up of Pinoy programs are: the sci-fi "Computerman," Pinoy news and crime busting in "Hotline sa Trese," TV soap "Makulay na Daigdig ni Nora," the variety show "The Legend: Superstar," the lure of unknown in "Kataka-Taka," and much, much more.

The station has also inaugurated a new transmitter yesterday at the Coca-Cola Plant in Roosevelt. It seems that they are really out to five the other networks a run for programming and a fair share in viewership.

The name of the game now is the battle of the networks and their stars. Sino and mananalo? For English programs, the race is between Channel 7 and Channel 9, for Filipino programming, it is between Channel 2 and Channel 13. Take your pick!

How true is the rumor that Channel 2 has sued Channel 13 over a bunch of Anthony Alonzo pictures?