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Liezel Garcia, Star Scholar ulit

2008-06-28T20:43:00.000-07:00

Si Liezel Garcia ulit ang Star Scholar of the week ng Pinoy Dream Academy season 2. Two time in a row, kasi last week siya rin ang itinanghal na star scholar. Kinanta nya kagabi ang "Count On Me" by Whitney Houston. Samantala, tuwang-tuwa naman ang mga kaibigan, kapamilya at ang mga tagahanga nina Bugoy Bugayon at Laarni Losala dahil napasama sila sa Top 3. Abangan mamayang gabi kung sino ang magiging bottom 3 at mapapasama sa probation.

Manny Pacquiao wins WBC title

2008-03-15T22:37:00.000-07:00

LAS VEGAS (Reuters) - Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines knocked down Juan Manuel Marquez in the third round before going on to capture the WBC super featherweight championship by split decision on Saturday.

The scores were 115-112 and 114-113 for Pacquiao, and 115-112 for Mexican Marquez. The fight was a rematch of their 2004 encounter that ended in a draw.

Marquez began brightly, landing sharp counters as his opponent came forward, but a perfect counter left hand from Pacquiao dropped the Mexican fighter onto his back in the third round.

A clash of heads in the seventh opened a cut above the right eye of Marquez, but in the next round he drew blood from Pacquiao.

Pacquiao's power was always evident and a strong counter left in the 10th round rocked Marquez again.

By Kieran Mulvaney

Journey's "Revelation"

2008-03-15T06:55:00.000-07:00

March 11, 2008 -- A new chapter in the legendary career of multi-Platinum rockers JOURNEY--Neal Schon (guitar), Jonathan Cain (keyboards), Ross Valory (bass), Deen Castronovo (drums) and Arnel Pineda (vocals)—will begin on June 3 with the highly anticipated release of REVELATION, a three-disc CD and DVD package to be sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores in North America.

The first disc will consist of 11 re-recorded classics, the second is filled with 11 new songs, and the third is a live, in-concert DVD. All of the music on REVELATION was produced by Kevin Shirley (who previously worked with JOURNEY on their Platinum-certified TRIAL BY FIRE album).
JOURNEY will take REVELATION on the U.S. concert trail later this July, with details to be announced in the coming weeks.

AOL acquires Bebo social network

2008-03-15T06:48:00.000-07:00

Time Warner's AOL internet division is buying the social networking site Bebo for $850m (£417m) in cash.

Bebo is the third-biggest social networking site in the US, behind MySpace and Facebook.

AOL says that Bebo has more than 40 million members worldwide who view an average of 78 pages per day each.

The price-tag is tiny when compared with the valuations of similar websites. Microsoft bought 1.6% of Facebook last year for $240m.

Online advertising

News Corp bought MySpace for $580m in 2005 but now estimates that it is worth more than $15bn.

TOP NETWORKING SITES
MySpace
Facebook
Flickr
Hi5
Friendster
Perfspot
Orkut
Dada
Bebo
Skyrock Network
Source: ComScore

Social networking sites are seen as a valuable location for online advertising, because members post information about themselves and can then be targeted with products and services likely to appeal to them.

The transaction comes at a time when Time Warner is considering splitting its business to part company with its AOL unit.

Bebo was the world's ninth most popular social networking site in January, according to the internet statistics provider ComScore, which also ranked it as the second most visited in the UK.

It was founded in California by Michael Birch, a British entrepreneur, who still owns a big stake in the business and so will make a great deal from the sale.

Rory Cellan-Jones, BBC
While Facebook made all the media noise last year, Bebo was in some ways more innovative
BBC Technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones

Read more of Rory's thoughts on Dot.Life
Alex Burmaster, European Internet Analyst for Nielsen Online, said: "It comes as no great surprise to see another traditional publisher buying in to the power of the social networking phenomenon.

"Microsoft did it with Facebook, News Corp did it with MySpace so Bebo was the next logical target."

He added: "Bebo has an incredibly strong brand identity, particularly with the teenage and young adult market, so it will be very interesting to see how AOL makes best use of their new youthful Trojan horse."

Manhunt 2

2008-03-15T06:29:00.000-07:00

The ban on controversial video game Manhunt 2 in the UK has been lifted and the game will now go on sale.

The Video Appeals Committee upheld an earlier decision that the game could be sold, following a nine-month battle between makers Rockstar and UK censors.

The British Board of Film Classification had taken the fight to ban the game to the High Court, saying the game "went too far".

An edited version of the title will be released with an 18 certificate.

The game was first banned in June 2007 and an edited version of the game was later rejected by the BBFC.

David Cooke, director of the BBFC said: "As I have said previously, we never take rejection decisions lightly, and they always involve a complex balance of considerations.

"We twice rejected Manhunt 2, and then pursued a judicial review challenge, because we considered, after exceptionally thorough examination, that it posed a real potential harm risk.

"However, the Video Appeals Committee has again exercised its independent scrutiny. It is now clear, in the light of this decision, and our legal advice, that we have no alternative but to issue an 18 certificate to the game."

Developers Rockstar Games has always maintained that the content of Manhunt 2 is no different from other 18-rated entertainment products, such as the film series Saw.

In a statement, the company said: "We are pleased that the VAC has reaffirmed its decision recognizing that Manhunt 2 is well within the bounds established by other 18+ rated entertainment.

"Rockstar Games is committed to making great interactive entertainment, while also marketing our products responsibly and supporting an effective rating system.

KBP's 18-min per hour

2008-03-15T06:19:00.000-07:00

ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation on Friday declared its full support for the Kapisanan ng mga Broadkaster ng Pilipinas’ (KBP) call for broadcast networks to strictly abide by the KBP rule limiting the commercial load of programs to a maximum of 18 minutes per hour.

Bong Osorio, head of ABS-CBN Corporate Communications, said the Kapamilya network is committed to following KBP’s commercial load limit in order to give better value to our advertisers and viewers.

He pointed out two reasons why adhering to the KBP’s 18-minute per hour advertising rule is important.

“First, the limit safeguards the public from possible abuse by broadcast organizations in shortening programs to accommodate more airtime for commercial loads. Sacrificing program content for profit is doing a disservice to the public,” he said.

“Second, the cap prevents broadcast stations from flooding the market with excessive commercials. Limiting the number of TV and radio spots lessen the advertising clutter; thereby, making the ads more effective,” he added.

According to Osorio, ABS-CBN will comply with the commercial load limit despite the huge demand for ad placement reservations in our programs.

“As a long-standing member of the KBP, we are committed to the principle of self-regulation. We thank the advertisers for their trust and support in our programs and the public for their continued and unwavering patronage,” he said.

The KBP recently issued a statement announcing that it will strictly implement the 18-minute per hour advertising rule among its member TV networks. Its officials said the move will promote public interest by preventing advertising clutter.

Nokia Morph - Future Cell

2008-03-03T04:30:00.000-08:00

Nokia Morph concept phone : Morph, a joint nanotechnology concept, developed by Nokia Research Center (NRC) and the University of Cambridge (UK) - was launched alongside the "Design and the Elastic Mind" exhibition, on view from February 24 to May 12, 2008, at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. Nokia Morph concept mobile phone features in both the exhibition catalog and on MoMA's official website. Elements of Nokia Morph might be available to integrate into mobile devices within 7 years, though initially only at the high-end. However, nanotechnology may one day lead to low cost manufacturing solutions, and offers the possibility of integrating complex functionality at a low price.

Nokia Morph future cell phone
Morph is a concept that demonstrates how future mobile devices might be stretchable and flexible, allowing the user to transform their mobile device into radically different shapes. It demonstrates the ultimate functionality that nanotechnology might be capable of delivering: flexible materials, transparent electronics and self-cleaning surfaces. Dr. Bob Iannucci, Chief Technology Officer, Nokia, commented: "Nokia Research Center is looking at ways to reinvent the form and function of mobile devices; the Morph concept shows what might be possible".

University of Cambridge
The partnership between Nokia and the University of Cambridge was announced in March, 2007 - an agreement to work together on an extensive and long term programme of joint research projects. NRC has established a research facility at the University's West Cambridge site and collaborates with several departments - initially the Nanoscience Center and Electrical Division of the Engineering Department - on projects that, to begin with, are centered on nanotechnology.

Morph concept
Professor Mark Welland, Head of the Department of Engineering's Nanoscience Group at the University of Cambridge and University Director of Nokia-Cambridge collaboration added: "Developing the Morph concept with Nokia has provided us with a focus that is both artistically inspirational but, more importantly, sets the technology agenda for our joint nanoscience research that will stimulate our future work together."

Nokia Morph flexible phone concept
Dr. Tapani Ryhanen, Head of the NRC Cambridge UK laboratory, Nokia, commented: "We hope that this combination of art and science will showcase the potential of nanoscience to a wider audience. The research we are carrying out is fundamental to this as we seek a safe and controlled way to develop and use new materials."

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Frog skin diabetes treatment hope

2008-03-03T03:58:00.000-08:00

Skin secretions from a South American "shrinking" frog could be used to treat type 2 diabetes, researchers say.

A compound isolated from the frog, which grows to 27cm as a tadpole before shrinking to 4cm in adulthood, stimulates insulin release.

A synthetic version of the compound - pseudin-2 - could be used to produce new drugs, delegates at the Diabetes UK annual conference heard.

Around two million people in the UK have type 2 diabetes.

The condition, which is often associated with being overweight, develops because the body does not produce enough insulin, or when the insulin that is produced does not work properly.

It means people cannot regulate their blood glucose levels properly.

Scientists from the University of Ulster and United Arab Emirates University have tested a synthetic version of pseudin-2, a compound which protects the paradoxical frog from infection.

More research is needed, but there is a growing body of work around natural anti-diabetic drug discovery that, as you can see, is already yielding fascinating results
Dr Yasser Abdel-Wahab

They found it stimulated the secretion of insulin in pancreatic cells in the laboratory.

And importantly, there were no toxic effects on the cells.

The synthetic version was better at stimulating insulin than the natural compound, opening the way for it potential development as a drug for treating diabetes.

Amphibians

Study leader Dr Yasser Abdel-Wahab, senior lecturer in biomedical sciences at the University of Ulster, said there had been a lot of research into bioactive molecules from amphibian skin secretions.

One recently developed diabetes drug - exenatide - was developed from a hormone in the saliva of the Gila monster - a lizard found in south-western United States and northern Mexico.

"We found that it stimulated the secretion of insulin and that the synthetic version is more potent that pseudin-2 itself.

"More research is needed, but there is a growing body of work around natural anti-diabetic drug discovery that, as you can see, is already yielding fascinating results."

Douglas Smallwood, chief executive of Diabetes UK, said although type 2 diabetes could be managed with diet and physical activity, the condition was progressive and may require medication to control it effectively.

"Good diabetes control reduces the risk of complications including blindness, heart disease, kidney problems and amputation so new treatments are vital."

Charo Santos-Concio is new ABS-CBN president

2008-03-03T03:24:00.000-08:00

Actress and film producer Charo Santos-Concio has taken the reins at ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corp., making her the first woman president of the media conglomerate. She is now the 5th president of ABS-CBN.

Santos-Concio, who began her career as an actress, joined ABS-CBN as consultant in June 1987 and moved up to director for programs in 1989, vice-president of production operations in 1991 and senior vice-president for TV production in 1996.

In 1998, Santos-Concio was promoted to executive vice-president, taking full responsibility in overseeing the entertainment content of Channel 2.

Santos-Concio, who completed a management course at Harvard University, has been credited in creating ABS-CBN’s top-rated programs and even Star Cinema’s box-office successes.

She is also the brains behind the most successful and longest-running TV drama anthology program, Maalaala Mo Kaya, which she also hosts.

"Charo brought greater synergy between sales, marketing, and production, which enabled the company to deliver remarkable business results for the past two years," ABS-CBN said in a statement.

Santos-Concio assumed the position vacated by Luis Alejandro in 2006. ABS-CBN Chairman Eugenio Lopez III had been president in the interim between Alejandro's resignation and Santos-Concio's appointment as new ABS-CBN president.

Source: ABS-CBN

Journey Concert in Chile 2008

2008-02-23T03:56:00.000-08:00

Ginanap na ang kauna-unahang konsyerto ng Journey ngayong taong ito sa Festival Del Mar sa Chile noong Pebrero 21, 2008. First time din ni Arnel Pineda na makapagtanghal kasama ang orihinal na mga miyembro ng bandang Journey. Mapalad tayo at isang dugong Pinoy ang siya ngayong bokalista ng bandang ito na sa pamamagitan ni Arnel Pineda. Marami pa silasng darating na konsyerto isa na rito ngayong darating na Marso 08, 2008 sa Las Vegas ito gaganapin. Mabuhay ka Arnel! Sa wakas pinatunayan mong may angking galing ang Pinoy sa larangan ng pag-awit at pang worldclass pa. Narito ang isang video na nagpapatunay na humanga ang mga Chileans kay Arnel Pineda.

Ramiele Malubay, pasok sa top 24 sa AI

2008-02-21T17:18:00.000-08:00

Nakapasok ang Fil-Am na si Ramiele Malubay sa semi-finals top 24 ng prestihiyosong American Idol season 7. Sa unang sabak nya sa semi-finals ay kinanta nya ang "You Don't Have To Say You Love Me". Pinapurihan naman siya nina Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul at maging si Simon Cowell sa kanyang ipinamalas na galing sa pagkanta. Inamin naman ni Simon na una siyang narinig na kumanta sa audition ay di nya nagustuhan ito. Naninirahan siya sa Miami, Florida, 20 taong gulang at isa sa mga paborito nyang singer ay si Regine Velasquez. Narito ang link sa Youtube sa kanyang unang performance. Patuloy po nating suportahan ang kadugo nating Pinoy malay natin siya ang kauna-unahang Asian na magiging American Idol sa taong ito.

Turnover of One Central units set for 2012

2008-02-21T03:17:00.000-08:00

ANDREW TAN-led Megaworld Corp. is targetting the turnover of its P5.5-billion high-end residential condominium on the corner of Sen. Gil Puyat Ave. and Ayala Ave. in Makati on December 2012, an official of the company said.

In an interview, Clifford Legaspi, Megaworld head for marketing and sales for the Makati central business district group, said the company has already started selling One Central.

"We are on the soft-selling of the project. This project will be the biggest project of Megaworld ever," he said.

He clarified that the project has not been launched, but said that pre-selling started mid-January. "We can say we are doing good. It is very competitive especially here in Makati but Megaworld always gets the best location," he added.

Megaworld, however, has yet to secure a selling license for the project.

Mr. Legaspi said Megaworld expects to sell 80% to 100% of the units within eight months.

The listed property firm has sold more than 20 units amounting to P170 million ahead of the launching.

Originally conceptualized as The Trumps, One Central was renamed after real estate mogul Donald J. Trump filed a complaint with the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) for the use of his name. The despite is now being settled by the local IPO.

Megaworld earlier said it chose The Trumps as the brand for the development because the word "trump" means "to excel, surpass or outdo."

Mr. Legaspi said that the rebranding did not hurt sales.

One Central will stand on the former Shell Maya gasoline station and will cater to the high-end market.

Mr. Legaspi said target markets are young, upwardly mobile professionals, balikbayans, and businessmen.

A 46-square-meter one-bedroom unit costs P4.5 million while a 105-square-meter two-bedroom unit costs P8 million. The 135-square-meter three-bedroom unit costs P13 million.

"It is a triple A project of Megaworld. It is the very first time we are doing a 50-storey building. We want to be the tallest building in that area. Because of the location, it will be one of the best addresses in Makati. It has the best amenities. Our target is to wipe out the project in eight months," Mr. Legaspi added.

Mr. Legaspi said selling abroad was not a priority since balikbayans keep on coming back.

"We don’t need to go out of the country to be able to sell [our projects]. You will never go wrong in Makati. It is there already. The return on investment for sure won’t go down," he said.

Megaworld Chairman and President Andrew Tan earlier said One Central was Megaworld’s way of paying tribute to the property’s "unmatched central location" and its "unique" positioning as the "no.1 residential address" in the Makati central business district.

Megaworld, he added, has put together a world-class development team to conceptualize, plan and execute the project.

The team includes American design consultant Preben Kent and international structural consultant Ove Arup + Partners.

Glass house

The high-rise residential tower will be covered from top to bottom with glass.

Its lobby will be interior-designed by Gettys Chicago, and it will have the look of a five-star hotel. The boomerang-shaped architecture pays homage to the 1920s era, Megaworld said in a statement.

"During the day, One Central’s 50-storey left wing facing Ayala Ave. gives off a bright blue vibe, while the 42-storey right wing lends a bluish green hue," the firm said.

The grand lobby will feature a centerpiece chandelier and old English paintings.

A concierge is present 24 hours a day from arranging pick-up of the kids to reserving a dinner for two at the nearest five-star hotel.

At the third to sixth levels, Treetop View Residences overlook trees at the forest park.

At the seventh to 10th levels, Pool View Residences gives residents "tranquil vistas" of the pool.

Lofts, located at the sixth and 50th floors, offer more space.

Mr. Legaspi said all the units at One Central would be pre-furnished with a 21-inch LCD TV, DVD player, cook top, range hood, washing machine, microwave oven, air-conditioning unit/s, sofa and center table, dining set, bed frames, and kitchen cabinets.

"Our neighbors RCBC Plaza and GT Tower are landmarks on their own. To be a fitting neighbor, we have to design a very good building," Megaworld Assistant Vice-President for marketing communications Rommel R. Orbigo said.

Trion Towers set to rise in Fort Boni

2008-02-21T03:01:00.000-08:00

ANOTHER ICONIC landmark is set to rise in Fort Bonifacio, as Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC) constructs Trion Towers, the first three-tower development in the area. In an interview, RLC Vice-President for Business Development Mybelle V. Aragon-Gobio said the Trion Towers would be completed by 2011. "It’s the first three-tower development in Fort Bonifacio with 49-storey high. We’ve introduced a lot of design innovations, one of which is the alternating balcony. We basically put [a] balcony in every other floor so that gives you more space and natural air," she said. "Our configuration is tri-axial, like a letter Y, and then we have three points of ventilation. The hallways of each end are open so there’s natural air and light that would benefit the health of the residents while also saving on power," she added. Construction will start on the last quarter of 2008. Trion Towers is RLC’s fourth project in the Bonifacio Global City. The project will offer 146 condominium units with at most 16 units on each floor. Units start at P3 million and come in one-, two, or three-bedroom cuts. Sizes range from 37 square meters (sqm) to 118 sqm. Ms. Gobio said the upscale project would cater to start up families, businessmen and young professionals. "We have tied up with a number of banks such as Metrobank [Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co.] and BPI [Bank of the Philippine Islands] to make the monthly payments more affordable. Our monthly amortizations is P19,500. We also have a step-up financing facility wherein every year we increase our monthly amortization marginally by 5% so for the yuppies, as they earn higher along the way the easier it is for them to pay," she said. Ms. Gobio said the company will conduct international road shows. "Local market is still dominant and larger by far. But we have an international marketing team and we have marketing managers that are assigned to regions — one for North America, one for AustralAsia, Europe and Middle East," she said.

Forever Flashlight

2008-02-17T19:41:00.001-08:00

Mabentang mabenta ngayon at tuloy-tuloy ang mass production ng isang klase ng flashlight na hindi na kailangan ng bombilya at baterya upang pakinabanagan sa dilim.

Ito’y ang tinatawag na “Forever Flashlight” na ang ilaw ay super bright blue o white led at visible o kitang kita kahit sa layong umaabot sa mahigit isang kilometro.

Simple lamang ang paggamit ng Forever Flashlight: kalugin lamang ito sa loob ng trenta segundos upang ma-recharge ang capacitor na susi upang makapagbigay ng liwanag sa loob ng limang minuto.

Ang bright led nito ay tatagal ng libo-libong oras at hindi napupundi na kagaya ng tipikal na bombilya na palaging nangangailangan ng replacement.

Kabilang pa sa mahahalagang features ng Forever Flashlight ang pagiging waterproof nito at ang kakayahan na lumutang sa tubig nang hindi nasisira.

Neon M3 Mini Video Player

2008-02-17T19:30:00.000-08:00

Inilabas ng gadget experts ang isang klase ng video player na kasing-laki lamang ng credit card.

Bagamat maliit lamang ang Neon M3 Mini Video Player, kaya nitong magpalabas ng full-size at high resolution screens na tatagal ng walong oras makaraang makargahan ang baterya sa pamamagitan ng USB.

Ito’y may de-ilaw na mga pindutan na heat sensitive at 2.4-inch hanggang 2.8 inch LCD screen na ubod nang linaw na may 2 gigabytes built-in storage.

Kabilang sa mahahalagang features nito ang kakayahang magpalabas ng video at audio at uubra ding makapagsagawa ng voice recording.

Mayroon din itong built-in FM radio at integrated speaker na maaaring gamitan ng high-tech headphones.

Cellphone Signal Extender

2008-02-17T19:24:00.000-08:00

Problemado ka ba sa cellphone mo na minsan ay humihina ang signal kapag nasa bahay o building na hindi signal-friendly?

Puwes, don’t worry dahil inilabas na ng mga magagaling sa gadgets ang posibleng sagot sa iyong pino-problema.

Sa tulong ng tinatawag na Cellphone Signal Extender, ang 1-bar sa iyong cellphone ay madadagdagan na kahit ikaw ay nasa lugar na dati ay kuripot sa signal.

Ang naturang Signal Extender ay handy, madaling gamitin,matibay at garantisadong bibigyan palagi ng 5-bar signal ang inyong cellphones.

Simple lang ang paggamit, ipatong lang ang antena malapit sa isang bintana kung saan ka man naroon at saka ikonekta ang Coax Cable sa Base Booster Unit.

Kung ikaw ay interesado, mamili sa alinmang unit na kinabibilangan ng 800-megahertz model, 1990-megahertz model at ang dual band model.

Ayala Corporation, kumita ng malaki noong 2007

2008-02-17T19:10:00.000-08:00

Sa kabila ng pagsubok na pinagdaanan matapos na masangkot sa sinasabing “Methane Gas Explosion” ang pag-aaring Glorietta Center sa Makati, napakalaki ng net income na naitala ng Ayala Corporation nito lamang 2007.

Nakapagposte ng record high na P16.2 billion ang pinakamalaking conglomerate sa Pilipinas --- ito’y 33% na mas mataas kumpara sa kinita nito noong 2006.

Ayon kay Fernando Zobel de Ayala, Presidente at CEO ng kompanya, pangunahing dahilan ng tagumpay ang ginamit nilang “value creating strategies” na nakatulong sa patuloy na pag-abante ng Ayala Corporation.

Dagdag-tulong din ang sinasabing pagbuti ng “business environment” sa loob ng nakalipas na dalawang taon upang makaporma nang husto ang mahahalagang hakbang ng kompanya sa pagnenegosyo.

Regine Velasquez, Kapamilya Na Nga Ba?

2008-02-17T18:20:00.000-08:00

Hello mga Kabisyo! Medyo natagalan ako sa pagsusulat ng bagong artikulo. Ganun pa rin masyadong abala sa trabaho. Nitong huling mga araw ay malakas ang ugong-ugong na lilipat na si Regine Velasquez sa Kapamilya Network mula sa Kapuso kung saan ilang taon din sya naglilingkod . Tapos na pala ang kontrata nito sa nasabing istasyon. Kaya naman inoperan sya ng ABS-CBN " Sky is the limit " na offers. Kaya parang nabaliw si Regine kung tatanggapin niya ito o hindi. Pero ayon naman sa panig ni Regine, bukas naman siya sa posibleng paglipat niya sa bakuran ng ABS-CBN pero hanggang ngayon di pa rin sya makakapagdesisyon. Ngayong darating na biyernes ay mapapanood si Regine sa isang markadong pagganap sa Maala-ala Mo kaya sa Kapamilya network. Ito ba'y hudyat na upang tuluyan na nyang iwan ang GMA-7? Abangan...

KC Concepcion sa Maala-ala Mo Kaya

2008-02-14T05:42:00.000-08:00

Parang kailan lang napanood ko si KC sa kanyang dokumentaryo ukol sa naging buhay niya sa Paris sa loob ng apat na taon na pamamalagi roon. Nagandahan ako sa mukha niya bukod d'yan nakikita ko sa kanya ang pagiging mapagmahal at malambing. Napakabait nyang bata na dapat tularan ng mga kabataan sa kasalukuyang henerasyon. Tinitingala rin siya ng mga lahi ni Adan sa angking ganda ng katawan dahil napaka seksi nito. Ngayong biyernes, inihahatid ng ABS-CBN sa pamamagitan ng Maala-ala Mo Kaya ang kauna-unahang markadong pagganap ni KC Concepcion sa isang heavy drama. Bagama't baguhan sa kanya ang umarte sa harap ng kamera ngunit umani kaagad si KC ng mga papuri mula sa mga kritiko at ipinagmamalaki rin siya ng kanyang direktor na si Jerry Sineneng. Napanood ko na ang full trailer ng naturang programa at sa nakita ko talagang napakagling ni Kc sa kanyang natatanging pagganap. Narito ang full trailer ng Maala-ala Mo Kaya na pinagbibidahan ni Kc Concepcion. Abangan natin siya bukas.. I love you KC.

Happy Valentine's Day

2008-02-13T17:27:00.000-08:00

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Hello everyone! It's been a while I haven't posted in my blog I was just kinda busy these few days ago. Nag trained ako ng bagong aplikante buti naman at maka day-off na rin ako sa wakas.. Anyway, just to inform you that today is my speacial day.. Yes, it's my Birthday today! Yahoo... My age? Wag na basta malapit na ako lumampas sa kalendaryo. hahaha... Ito loveless pa rin until now.. Mahirap mainlove busy kasi ako baka mamaya di ko mabigyan ng time ang mahal ko. Kumbaga career muna ang focus ko ngayon bago ang lovelife. Besides, darating din yan ng kusa... Sabi kasi nila wag daw hanapin eh di wag!hehe

Happy Valentine's Day to all of you!!!

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2008-02-12T01:57:00.000-08:00

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Charice on Asian Journal

2008-02-07T04:50:00.001-08:00

Angel and Piolo on Star Cinema

2008-02-06T23:45:00.000-08:00

Confirmed na confirmed that only the biggest stars will grace the silver screen via Star Cinema.

Among those in the roster of stars aligned with the top film-making company are Gloria Romero, Maricel Soriano, Aga Muhlach, Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Judy Ann Santos, Claudine Barretto, Angelica Panganiban, Sam Milby, Toni Gonzaga, Bea Alonzo, Cesar Montano, Vhong Navarro, Vilma Santos, Angel Locsin, Ai-Ai delas Alas, Shaina Magdayao, Anne Curtis and many many more.

One very confirmed project is the Piolo Pascual-Angel Locsin starrer. They already announced it in the presscon to promote Lobo, which incidentally is doing very well in the ratings.

Maybe a cute romantic comedy would fit Angel and Piolo. After all, they have proven their mettle already in drama kaya naman magiging refreshing naman pag-mag romantic comedy sila diba?

What's also exciting are the comeback movies of the biggest stars such as Dolphy, Susan Roces and Vilma Santos.

Kaya mga Kapamilya, keep supporting local movies so that film companies such as Star Cinema can make more of them to entertain you!

Source: ABS-CBN

ABS-CBN 55th Year

2008-02-06T22:50:00.000-08:00

Ang tanda na pala ng ABS-CBN biro mo umabot na sila ng 55th year sa himpapawid. Sa mga di pa nakaka-alam ang ABS-CBN ang pinaka-unang himpilan ng telebisyon sa ating bansa. And until now they are still alive and kicking na nagbibigay sa atin ng kasiyahan sa pang-araw-araw nating pamumuhay. Kamakailan lamang ay inilunsad ng ABS-CBN ang 3 bagong palabas sa telebisyon una rito ang Kung Fu Kids, Palos at ang pinaka-engrandeng teleserye ang Lobo. Nangako naman ang pamunuan ng estasyon na meron pa silang malalaking surpresa na dapat paka-abanagan para sa kanilang manonood itoy ayon pa rin sa kanilang pagdiriwang ng ika 55th na anibersaryo. Sana nga lang mawala na ang iringan ng magkakalabang estasyon para lahat masaya sana magkaisa na tayong lahat.

Paniki sa Samal Island

2008-02-06T22:16:00.000-08:00

Ito ang mga paniki na kumakain lamang ng mga prutas. Wow, napaka cute nila gusto ko silang alagaan hehehe. Itong picture na ito ay kuha mula sa isang yungib na matatagpuan sa City of Samal Island, Davao del Sur. Ito ngayon ang isa sa mga atraksyon sa mga turista na dumadayo sa Samal Island bukod sa white beaches. Nakapunta na ako sa Samal dati mga 10 years ago pa yata yon. Talaga namang napakaganda kasi ang puti ng buhangin tapos malinis ang dagat. Namimis ko na tuloy maligo sa dagat. Sa Cavite kasi yong dagat dito napakadumi puro basura. Ingat ka pagnaliligo tapos sa pag-ahon mo may tae na sa bunbunan mo.hehehe Yaki! E pano naman kasi daming eskwater sa tabing dagat. Balik tayo sa paniki, napakarami nilang naglilipana kapag gabi na humigit kumulang umaabot sila ng milyon. Diba sobrang dami... Kaya kung magawi kayo roon bisitahin nyo ang yungib na ito mas maganda kung kayo lang dalawang magsyota. Wow sweet tiyak papakin kayo ng mga paniki na ito sa sobrang sweet nyo.hehe

Palasyo kay JDV: Magdemanda ka!

2008-02-05T19:47:00.000-08:00

Hinamon kahapon ng Malacañang si dating House Speaker Jose de Venecia na magharap ng kaso sa korte at maglabas ng mga ebidensiya upang patunayan ang kanyang mga akusasyon laban kay Pangulong Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.

Sinabi ni Presidential Spokesman at Press Secretary Ignacio Bunye na dapat patunayan ni Rep. de Venecia (Pangasinan) ang mga akusasyon nito laban sa Pangulo sa ginawa nitong privilege speech kamakalawa ng gabi sa Kamara matapos itong mapatalsik bilang Speaker.

Ayon kay Bunye, hindi puwede na puro emosyon lamang ang gagamitin ni de Venecia sa pag-aakusa sa Pangulo at sa Unang Pamilya kaugnay sa sinasabi nitong kinasasangkutang mga anomalya.

Sinabi ni Bunye na kung nakinig lamang si de Venecia sa payo dito kamakalawa ng ruling coalition na tanggapin ang alok na graceful exit ay hindi na sana sinapit nito ang masakit na komprontasyon sa kanyang mga kasamahan sa Kamara.

Idinagdag pa ni Bunye, hindi na dapat kaladkarin ang Palasyo dahil ang mayorya ng Kamara ang nagdesisyon na patalsikin si de Venecia at hindi ang Malacañang o si Pangulong Arroyo.

Iginiit naman nina Presidential sons at Pampanga Rep. Mikey Arroyo at Camarines Sur Rep. Dato Arroyo na “sour graping” lamang si de Venecia dahil pinatalsik ito bilang speaker ng Kamara na matagal nitong hinawakan.

Samantala, handa namang tumulong si de Venecia sa pag-iimbestiga ng oposisyon sa mga kasong katiwalian laban kay Pangulong Arroyo tulad ng sa kontrobersiyal na National Broadband Network contract ng pamahalaan sa ZTE Corp. ng China.

“Ganap na akong malaya ngayon,” ani de Venecia matapos siyang palitan ni Nograles sa puwesto.

Aniya, “wala nang makapagdidikta sa akin ngayon at isisiwalat ko ang mga nalalaman ko tungkol sa “panunuhol, corruption at pandaraya sa eleksiyon.”

Gayunman, sinabi ni de Venecia na hindi siya papanig sa oposisyon. Mananatili pa rin siyang pinuno ng makaadministrasyong partidong Lakas.

Inanyayahan naman kahapon ni Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero si de Venecia na sa Senado na lamang magreklamo at magbunyag ng nalalaman laban sa administrasyong Arroyo kung nakatitiyak itong hindi makakakuha ng “fair hearing” sa House.

Ayon naman kay Senate Pro-Tempore Jinggoy Estrada, tatanggapin nila sa oposisyon si de Venecia sakaling gustuhin nitong kumandidatong senador sa halalan sa 2010.

Sa hiwalay na panayam, sinabi ni AFP Chief Gen. Hermogenes Esperon na hindi makikisimpatya ang AFP kay de Venecia.

Iginiit ni Esperon na bagaman kababayan nila ni dating Pangulong Fidel Ramos si de Venecia sa Pangasinan ay hindi ito sapat na dahilan para kumalas siya ng suporta sanhi ng pagbubunyag ng dating Speaker sa umano’y mga anomalya sa pamahalaan.

Sa botong 174 pabor ay pormal na naagaw ni Rep. Nograles ang liderato sa House of Representatives mula kay de Venecia na inabot ng hanggang ala-1:00 ng madaling araw. (Butch Quejada, Rudy Andal, Malou Escudero, Doris Franche at Rose Tamayo-Tesoro)

Source: Pilipino Star

Nograles bagong House speaker

2008-02-05T18:50:00.000-08:00

Pagkatapos ng siyam na oras na sesyon at botohan, nagtagumpay ang kudeta sa kamara laban kay House Speaker Jose de Venecia.

Sa idineklarang "unanimous" decision, iniluklok si Davao Congressman Prospero Nograles bilang bagong Speaker.

Tapos na ang "boksing" sa Kamara.

Dakong ala-una Martes ng madaling araw, nagwagi ang challenger na si Nograles laban sa five-term "defending champion" na si de Venecia.

"I accept this position with all humility. I ask myself what am I doing here and I tell myself it's God's will. It's probably destiny," ani Nograles.

Bilang senyas daw ng pagka-maginoo, si JDV pa ang nagnomina kay Nograles sa pagka-Speaker.

Pero iyan ay matapos sumbatan si Nograles na ginawa raw niya noong majority leader at pinuno ng House contingent sa makapangyarihang Committee on Appointments.

Tadhana, ayon kay Nograles, ang naghatid sa kanya sa tugatog sa Kamara.

Pero noon pa man, bukambibig na ni Nograles sa mga kapartido, hindi siya tatanggi kung ialok sa kanya ang pwesto.

Kaya ang nagpatotoo sa kanyang pangarap ay ang 174 na kongresistang may basbas ng administrasyon na bumoto para bakantehin ang pwesto ng Speaker.

Sa botohan nilampaso ng mga kongresista si de Venecia.

"He thinks of congress as his kingdom and treats us according to class or ranks. He doles out favors but only after begging and pleading from those who are not influential in his eyes," ani Camarines Sur Congressman Dato Arroyo.

"I am calling for a change because of the wrongs our current Speaker has inflicted on this Constitution," ani Palawan Congressman Abraham Mitra.

May iilang kongresista na tumutol sa pagbakante sa speakership.

"Bakit kayo walang kasalanan? Hindi n’yo ba nakikita ang sarili n’yo? Tumingin kayo sa salamin," ani Shariff Kabunsuan Congressman Didagen "Digs" Dilangalen.

"Magpakatotoo po tayo. Ang pagpapatalsik kay de Venecia ay galing Malacañang para mas lalong kontrolin ang Kamara," ani Bayan Muna Congressman Teodoro "Teddy" Casiño.

Ngayon, Pangasinan congressman na lang ang bansag kay de Venecia.

Away kung away, iyan tila ang nasa isip ni de Venecia nang isiwalat na ang umano’y tinatagong baho ng administrasyon

Una na ang umano'y talamak na dayaan nung 2004 presidential elections.

"But I know there were many attempts to tamper the elections in the year 2004," ani de Venecia.

Bukod sa alingasngas sa $330-million ZTE broadband scandal, sigaw ni de Venecia maanomalya din daw ang bidding sa TransCo kung saan pinaboran umano ang kompanyang malapit sa mga Arroyo.

Inakusahan din ni de Venecia ang negosyanteng si Enrique "Ricky" Razon na malapit sa mga Arroyo, na nakikisawsaw umano sa mga proyekto ng gobyerno, road users’ tax at pork barrel funds.

"What is happening to our country? Everything is for sale?" ani de Venecia.

Dahil daw sa dami ng nalalaman niya sa mga umano'y kalokohan ng gobyerno plano raw siyang ipapatay ng mismong mga heneral ng Sandatahang Lakas.

Pero hindi man lang daw umaksyon ang Pangulo ukol dito.

"Do you think up to now Malacañang has lifted a finger to arrest or investigate these attempts on my life? Simply arrogant. Just plain arrogance of Malacañang that they are above the law. Someday this can happen to you," ani de Venecia.

Unang hakbang daw ni Nograles ay pagkaisahin ang Kamara matapos mapuruhan sa labanan sa House speakership. Pero ngayong nagbabago ang alyansa sa hanay ng administrasyon at opposisyon tila lalong nag-iigting ang away-pulitika.

Source: TVPatrol World

Angel at Piolo aka "Gelo"

2008-02-04T05:24:00.000-08:00

"Gelo" yan ang tawag ngayon sa pinakabagong tambalan ng taon ang tambalang Angel Locsin at Piolo Pascual sa bago nilang teleserye sa telebisyon ang Lobo. Marami ang nagsasabi na may chemistry ang dalawa kaya naman patok na patok ngayon ang nasabing pinakabagong teleseryeng handog ng ABS-CBN sa kanilang mga manonood. Bagamat lumalabas sa rating ng mega manila na hindi ganoon kataas ang nakuha nito sa katapat nitong programa sa kabilang istasyon subalit mataas naman ito sa nationwide tv ratings. At bukambibig na ngayon ang Lobo kahit saan man maging sa opisina, paaralan, kainan at sa kahit saan pa man. Talagang puring-puri nila sina Angel at Piolo. Sinasabi ng mga nakapanood sa Lobo na mas marunong na ngayon umarte si Angel Locsin kumpara noon na kung umarte e parang ice tea na walang ice. Pinaplantsa na ngayon ng big boss ng Star Cinema na mabigyan si Angel Locsin ng pelikula na katambal pa rin si Piolo Pascual sa taong ito at meron ng working title, ito ay ang " I Knew I Loved You. Kaya abangan ang susunod na kabanata sa tambalang "Gelo".

Mabuhay ka Arnel!

2008-02-04T04:41:00.000-08:00

Isa ito sa mga litrato na nakapaloob sa bagong website ng Journey at talagang proud ang mga miyembro ng bandang ito kay Arnel Pineda. Hindi niya sukat akalain na mangyayari sa tanang buhay nya na mapabilang sa isang bandang matagal na niyang hinahangaan. Dati-rati kinakanta lamang nya ang mga pinasikat ng bandang ito pero ngayon baliktad na ang mundo at siya na ang napiling lead vocalist. Alam nyang mahirap mapantayan ang mga naunang bokalista ng bandang Journey subalit aniya gagawin niya lahat ng makakaya niya upang hindi siya mapapahiya sa mga loyal fans ng bandang ito. Magsisimula na ang world tour ng bandang Journey na si Arnel Pineda ang bokalista. Magsisimula sila sa Latin America ngayong buwan ng Pebrero sa kasalukuyan at pagkatapos tutungo sila sa Europe at America, panghuli na ang ilang bansa sa Asya kalakip na rito ang Pilipinas. Mabuhay ka Arnel!

TVPatrol World

2008-02-03T20:11:00.000-08:00

Sa loob ng 20 taong pamamayagpag sa television ang TVPatrol World pa rin ang lagi kong pinapanood pagdating sa balita. Hindi buo ang araw ko kung di ako nakakapanood sa nasabing programa. Meron silang kakaibang sangkap na di mo makikita sa ibang newscast programs. Bagamat ang mga hosts ngayon ng TVPatrol World ay mga bagong mukha na kinabibilangan nina Julius Babao, Ted Failon at Karen Davila ay naroon pa rin ang diwa ng pagiging astig. Alam nating marami pang pagbabago ang mangyayari sa darating na panahon sa TVPatrol. Sana magtagal pa sila upang ipamulat sa atin ang mga pangyayaring may malaking epekto sa pang araw-araw nating pamumuhay. Mapapanood ang TVPatrol Word mula Lunes-Biernes alas 6:30 ng gabi sa ABS-CBN. Mabuhay!

Presyo ng Diesel bumaba

2008-02-01T23:07:00.000-08:00

Nagbaba ng piso kada litro ng diesel ang tatlong higante ng langis sa ating bansa noong Sabado. Pinangungunahan ng Petron Corp. sumunod naman ang Caltex at ang panghuli ay ang Shell. Sa wakas kahit papaano ay maibsan na rin ang paghihirap ng ating mga kababayan. Mga engot talaga itong mga kumpanya ng langis na ito. Pag tumaas ang bilihan ng krudo sa pandaigdigang pamilihan ay wala pang alas kwatro ay nagsipagtaasan na sila ng presyo ng langis. E samantalang old stock din naman yong mga binibenta nila sa kanilang mga konsyumer. Naalala ko tuloy noong nagtatrabaho pa ako sa Shell bilang gasoline boy. Pag naubusan na kami ng stock ng gasolina ang ginagawa namin ipinapahalo ng boss ko ang unleaded sa pulang gasolina. Total naman parehong gasolina lang naman daw yon sa octane nga lang nagkakaiba. Mas mura kasi ung unleaded kesa sa pulang gasolina kaya kung susumahin natin nagbabayad ang kustomer ng tama sa presyo ng gasolina subalit yon palang laman nun ay may halong unleaded. Patay kang bata ka!

Pag-renew sa NBI clearance mas pinadali

2008-02-01T22:32:00.000-08:00

Mapapadali na ang pag-renew ng clearance mula sa National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) sa bago nilang inilunsad na teknolohiya.

Araw-araw ay mahaba na ang pila ng mga Pinoy na nagpapa-renew ng kanilang NBI clearance sa isang satellite renewal centers sa Mega Mall.

Mula sa basement aabot ang pila sa third floor.

Kaya naman ang ilan halos nauubos ang kanilang oras sa pag-renew lamang ng clearance.

Tulad ng nurse na si Abigail Lorenia. Mahigit dalawang oras nang nakapila para sa kanyang travel NBI clearance.

Mabuti't inilunsad ngayong araw ang clearance renewal card.

Lahat ng impormasyon ng isang Pinoy ay naka-encode dito. Dito rin malalaman kung may kaso ang isang tao.

Madali lamang ang proseso: gamit ang automated clearance machine, doon na siya magbabayad ng renewal na P120.

Dito na rin lalabas ang bagong clearance.

Sa halagang P115, mayroon ka ng renewal card, at di na raw ito babaguhin taun-taon.

"The card is lifetime, so hanggang buhay ang card at mababasa ng machine natin, wala kailangang babayaran, unless masira ang card, kasi microchip ang card," paliwanag ni Rafael Garcia IV, president ng Mega Group computer companies.

“Another burden sa kanila, pero voluntary ito, di naman ito mandatory," sabi naman ni Atty. Rickson Chiong, Deputy Director, NBI.

Bukod sa Mega Mall, maaari nang magtungo ang mga mag-rerenew sa mga NBI kiosk sa Park Square sa Makati at ilang munisipyo sa iba't-ibang mall sa Visayas at Mindanao.

Ramiele Malubay pang Hollywood na?

2008-01-31T17:36:00.000-08:00

Pumasa ang isang Pinay sa Miami auditions ng American Idol season 7. Ang 19-year old na ito ay taga Batangas at isang waitress sa hotel, siya ay walang iba kundi si Ramiele Malubay. Sa kanyang audition kinanta nya ang kantang "Natural Woman" na pinasikat naman ni Aretha Franklin. Sa tatlong judges ay si Simon Cowell lang ang hindi bumilib sa boses nya. Maganda nga raw ang boses nya pero pang hotel lang, tinuran ni Simon. Pero aprubado naman siya kina Randy Jackson at Paula Abdul. Gusto nyang tularan si Jasmine Trias kung saan naging 3rd placer ito noong season 3 sa nabanggit na patimpalak na sumikat di lang sa Amerika bagkus maging dito sa ating bansa. Abangan na lang natin ang susunod pang mangyayari kay Rami. Mabuhay ang Pinoy!

Anabelle Rama nagsalita sa 'relasyong' Richard-KC

2008-01-31T17:17:00.000-08:00

Nagsalita na si Anabelle Rama sa mainit na isyu ng pag-uugnay sa anak niyang si Richard Gutierrez kay KC Concepcion matapos ang napabalitang break-up nina KC at direk Lino Cayetano noong isang buwan.

Hot topic pa rin sa mga blog at Internet forum ang isyung KC at Richard, ang pagkikita nila noong isang taon sa Paris at kung paano umano nakaapekto kay Lino ang closeness nina KC at Richard.

Kilig din ang fans sa posibleng pagtatambal ng dalawa.

Iwas naman si Richard sa isyu, lalo at kakahiwalay lang niya sa modelong si Georgina Wilson.

“Pinapalaki na lang ng media ‘yon pero magkaibigan lang kami,” ani Richard.

Dedma rin sana si Anabelle sa kaarawan ng mga showbiz columnist na sina Ian Fariñas at Joe Barrameda. Pero hindi na siya nakaiwas sa ambush interview sa elevator.

“Okay lang sa akin ‘yun. Mahal ko naman si Shawie (Sharon Cuneta) at si KC eh. Sana nga magkatuluyan sila, hahaha,” ani Anabelle.

Sa bazaar pa lang ni KC sa Eastwood noong Disyembre, umugong na ang isyu ng pag-uugnay sa dalawang junior showbiz royalty.

Hindi kalauna'y lumabo na ang relasyon nina KC at Lino.

At sa isang fashion show kamakailan, inihayag ni KC ang estado ng kanyang puso.

“Walang magseselos, I'm single and happy… Lino is a very good friend of mine,” ani KC.

At tungkol naman kay Richard at ang kanyang right man: “When the right man comes, and I know that it will go very far then maybe I’ll be more open to the press.”

Susubaybayan pa kung ipaiimbita ni Anabelle si KC kay Richard sa Valentine's show na produced niya tampok sina AiAi de las Alas at Ogie Alcasid.

Pero tiyak namang aabangan ang special guesting ni KC sa “Maalaala Mo Kaya” sa February 16 katambal si Derek Ramsey.

May natatangi din siyang TV project.

“Marami na naman kayong makikitang lugar at makikilalang maraming tao. Ako rin excited na excited,” ani KC.

Source: TVPatrol World

Ekonomiya lumago ng 7.3% noong 2007

2008-01-31T17:09:00.000-08:00

Hindi raw ramdam ng karaniwang tao ang ipinagmamalaking 7.3 percent na growth rate ng ekonomiya nitong 2007 na siyang pinakamalakas sa loob ng 31 taon.

Ibinida ng gobyerno ang paglago ng ekonomiya ng bansa noong isang taon na umabot ng 7.3 percent.

Ito ang pinakamalakas na antas nito sa loob ng mahigit tatlong dekada.

Sabi ng Malacañang, patunay daw ito na tama ang ginagawang pamamalakad ni Pangulong Arroyo sa ekonomiya.

“If we could sustain this kind of growth, the effects will ultimately trickle down to our citizens,” ani Press Secretary Ignacio Bunye.

Sabi ng gobyerno, kapag malakas ang ekonomiya mas marami ang umaahon sa kahirapan.

Pero para sa mga ordinaryong tao gaya ni Vicky Perez, hindi raw niya ramdam ang sinasabi kasaganahan ng bansa.

Labinlimang taon nang tindera ng fishball si Perez.

Sabi niya, hindi naman daw lumalaki ang kanyang kita, dahil tumataas din ang presyo ng mga bilihin.

“Ang mayayaman lang ang nakakaramdam dyan eh,” ani Perez.

Paliwanag ng ekonomistang si Dante Canlas, hindi nabibiyayaan ng paglago ng ekonomiya ang nakararaming Pilipino dahil marami ang hindi nakatapos sa pag-aaral, hindi makahanap ng magandang trabaho, o kawalan ng sapat na puhunan para makapagsimula ng sariling negosyo.

“Kailangan palakasin ng gobyerno ang kanyang so-called social programs so that magkaroon tayo ng so called pro-poor economic growth,” ani Canlas.

Pero tiniyak ng Malacañang na sa serbisyo publiko't sa ekonomiya nakatuon ang paggastos nito ngayong taon para sabay sa pag-asenso ng bansa ang pag-ahon sa kahirapan ng maraming nabubuhay ng isang kahig, isang tuka.

Source: TVPatrol World

A brand new car for Maja Salvador

2008-01-30T17:48:00.000-08:00

Si Maja Salvador ang kauna-unahang nanalo sa bonus round ng bagong game show ng ABS-CBN, ang Wheel of Fortune. Napanalunan nya ang bagong kotseng SUV. Wow, ang galing naman ng idol ko. She was able to solve "Blind Date" which was categorized as an event. Tinalo nya sina Kim Chiu at Melissa Ricks. Maja, pwede makisakay sa bago mong car? Don't worry marunong naman akong magtulak kung tumirik man ang kotse mo. lol

Need some day-off

2008-01-29T18:07:00.001-08:00

Oh men! Gustong-gusto ko na talagang mag day-off. Ang pagkakatanda ko last October of 2007 pa ako huling nagday-off it's been three months now. Dito na ako nag pasko at nag new year sa work ko. Supposedly, may day-off dapat ako last Jan. 06 down to 07 bale two days yon but then suddenly biglang nagresign yong isang kasama ko sa work. Kaya nagtrained ako ng isang attendant but kelangan ko pang magtrain ng isa pa para may kapalitan ako. Until now ala paring aksyon ang boss ko. Hmmmp kelan kaya yon? Minsan naiinis na rin ako. I really wanted to have a day-off for awhile to unwind. Abangan na lang natin baka mag-iba ang ihip ng hangin...

Dalaga, nawawala dahil sa Friendster

2008-01-29T17:40:00.000-08:00

Nagbabala ang mga awtoridad sa mga mahilig gumamit ng social networking Web site na "Friendster."

Ito ay dahil nawawala ang isang 22-anyos na dalaga na taga-Batangas. Ayon sa pamilya at kaibigan, ito ay matapos makipag-"eyeball" ang dalaga sa isang lalaki na nakilala sa Friendster.

"Juren, kung saan ka man naroon, ikaw ay magbigay man lang ng mensahe, ikaw ay tumawag," panawagan ng nanay ng dalaga.

Hindi na makakain at makatulog ang ina ni Reggie Maleen Flores o mas kilala sa palayaw na "Juren" na isang linggo nang hindi umuuwi sa kanilang tahanan sa Barangay Ilat North sa San Pascual, Batangas.

Beinte-dos anyos si Juren at graduating student sa kursong caregiving sa University of Batangas.

Linggo, January 20 nang magpaalam na may tatapusing project. Nakapagpadala pa siya ng text noong Lunes, January 21.

Napag-alaman ng pamilya mula sa kaibigan ni Juren na nakatakdang makipag-eyeball o makipagkita si Juren sa isang lalaki na nakilala sa Friendster.

Minsan nang naikwento ni Juren sa kanyang ate ang tungkol sa lalaki.

"Bibigyan daw siya ng bagong cellphone. Tapos ino-offer-an pa siya ng trabaho na caregiver, P15 thousand a month," anang ate ng dalaga.

Sa Friendster account ng lalaki, isinulat umano ng kapatid niya na pinauubaya na niya kay Juren ang kanyang kuya. Tinawag din niya si Juren na "future sister-in-law."

Sinubukan ng isa pang kapatid na mag-iwan ng mensahe sa Friendster account ni Juren.

Sumagot ang nagpakilalang Juren at sinabihan ang pamilya na huwag mag-alala. Gusto raw niya ang kanyang ginagawa at hindi raw pababayaan ang sarili.

Sinabi pa ni Juren na nagawa niyang lumayo sa pamilya para hanapin ang kanyang swerte. Pero hindi niya sinabi kung nasaan siya.

“Kung sakaling siya ay nag-asawa. Ibigay alam lang sana sa amin. Ang gusto lang namin ay nasa maganda siyang kalagayan,” ayon sa nanay ni Juren.

Nag-alok na ng pabuya ang pamilya Flores sa makapagbibigay ng impormasyon sa kinaroroonan ni Juren.

Source: TVPatrol World

Splash Corp. to sell products in HK, Macau

2008-01-28T23:58:00.000-08:00

Personal care products maker Splash Corp. announced Tuesday that it will start selling its products in Hong Kong and Macau through a distributor.

In a statement, the company said it signed an agreement with R.S. Company Ltd. to market its products in the two countries.

R.S. Company was established in 1990 initially as a small retail shop buying Philippine-made products from traders. It has since grown to a chain of 13 branches in Hong Kong, Kowloon, with three wholesalers in Macau.

R.S. Company plans to open five more stores in the next two to three years.

Samson Suen, Splash marketing director, said that R.S. Company set up a buying office in the Philippines to be able to deal directly with principals in Manila.

"Aside from Filipino workers, R.S. also gives emphasis to Malaysian, Thai and Indonesian consumers who work in Hong Kong. There's a good chance for us to also push for Splash products in a multi-cultural environment," Suen said.

Earlier, Splash tapped Brazilian firm Fignelli Com. Imp. Exp Ltda. for the distribution of its products in Brazil.

Source: ABS-CBN

P1.2-T 2008 budget, papipirmahan na kay Arroyo

2008-01-28T23:55:00.000-08:00

Tumataginting na P1.2 trillion ang inaprubahang 2008 budget.

Tinapyas sa budget ang Priority Development Assistance Fund o "pork barrel" nina Sen. Panfilo Lacson at Antonio Trillanes.

Pinili naman umano ni Lacson na hindi na makiparte ng pork barrel habang pinatanggal na rin ni Trillanes ang kanyang PDAF gaya raw ng ipinangako niya noong kampanya na hindi siya kukuha ng pork barrel.

Sa unang pagkakataon sa loob ng halos 10 taon, binawasan ang budget para sa pambayad-utang ng Pilipinas.

Malakas naman daw ang piso at bumaba ang mga interest rates.

Sa halip, dinagdagan ang pondo para sa edukasyon, kalusugan, imprasktraktura, Department of Defense at alokasyon sa mga lokal ng pamahalaan.

Naging mabilis ang pag-apruba sa budget ngayong taon, 'di tulad noon na inaabot ng kalagitnaan ng taon ang debate ng bicameral conference committee.

Bunga nito, nakokopya lang ang lumang budget at nabibigyan ng kapangyarihan ang Pangulo na maglaan sa anumang paraan niyang gusto.

"I’m so glad that this budget will give strength to our economy and strength to our country in the face of this threat of recession in America and crashes in the stock markets of London or New York or Frankfurt or Sydney and the other financial capitals of the world," pahayag ni Speaker Jose de Venecia.

Natuwa ang Palasyo sa pagdagdag ng pondo para sa mga serbisyo at imprastraktura na kailangan daw para palakasin pa ang ekonomiya.

Sigurado raw na makikinabang ang masa.

Inaasahang mapapapirmahan na ito ng Pangulong Arroyo sa susunod na linggo.

Source: Bandila

Lobo vs Marimar

2008-01-27T20:11:00.000-08:00

Wow cow! Tonight we will be witnessing the grandest premier of much awaited Lobo soap opera which aired over ABS-CBN and topbilled by Angel Locsin and Piolo Pascual. On the other hand, binago ng GMA-7 ang kanilang primetime programming at makakatapat ng Lobo ang numero uno ngayong teleseryeng Marimar na pinagbibidahan naman nina Marian Rivera at Dingdong Dantes. Who will conquer for the first battle? Well, let's see what's gonna happen tonight. Bahala na kayo kung sinong manok nyo! hehehe..

Lobo - Mapapanood na bukas!

2008-01-26T23:50:00.000-08:00

Wow, ang sweet naman nitong dalawa. Ito po ang aking mga Idol sina Ms. Angel Locsin at Mr. Piolo Pascual. Pareho sila kasing endorser ng Timex watch kaya nagkasama na sila noon pa kahit nasa GMA pa si Angel Locsin. May isa pa silang commercial na ginawa e yong San Mig Coffee. At ang magandang balita sa kanilang dalawa, mapapanood na natin sila gabi-gabi sa kanilang kauna-unahang pagtatambal sa pamamagitan ng teleseryeng Lobo umpisa bukas sa Primetime Bida. Ang Lobo, ang kauna-unahang teleserye ni Angel Locsin mula nang lumipat ito sa bakuran ng ABS-CBN. At ayon nga sa mga kritiko nito, na ang teleseryeng ito ay siyang magiging barometro kung may hatak pa rin siya sa mga manonood. Lalo pa't kaliwa't kanan ang inabot ni Angel mula sa kanyang mga tagahanga sa biglaang paglipat nito mula sa GMA tungo sa ABS-CBN. Tatlo nga pala ang mag pepremier bukas sa Primetime Bida, una rito ang KungFu Kids, sumunod ang Lobo nina Angel at Piolo at ang pangatlo ang tambalan nina Cesar Montano at Jake Cuenca sa pamamagitan ng Palos.

Cronous takes on Philippine MMORPG scene

2008-01-25T18:09:00.000-08:00

Online gamers looking for an MMORPG with more bite than bark are up for a treat with ABS-CBN’s new offering Cronous. Set to launch commercially in February, Cronous is steadily moving in on the Filipino MMORPG gaming space.

Gamers are treated to a quick level growth and speedy action, both strong points of Cronous compared with other online games. Cronous is targeted to users who want to play classic MMORPG but dissatisfied by passiveness of the game play.

Cronous is published in the Philippines by ABS-CBN Interactive’s online games division, Amped Games. This MMORPG was created by Lizard Interactive, a game software development company based in South Korea.

"We’re very excited to introduce Cronous to the gaming community here in the Philippines. Cronous can provide a tougher experience to MMORPG purists and an easy entry experience for neophyte gamers as well," says Mitch Padua, Division Head for Amped Games.

Cronous is now in free play. "It’s the best time to take advantage of the game and get a head start over other Cronous players," Padua added. He said Amped Games expects a minimum player base of 200,000 during its initial launch phase.

As soon as commercial service kicks in, players can purchase Amped prepaid cards at any Loadcentral outlet and all SM Information counters. The same Amped prepaid cards can be used for Cronous, Tantra, WarRock and GetAmped, giving players more access to content with just one card.

Like other MMORPGs, Cronous is set in a medieval fantasy world occupied by monsters and other mythical creatures. Players can choose between four playable characters: Fighter, Magician, Valkyrie and Savage. Each character has distinct characteristics that develop as the player increases in level.

"What makes Cronous more engaging for our players is that there are numerous basic and hidden quests for players to build up in game. So the game is more unpredictable and interesting for veteran MMORPG players," Padua said.

Internet cafes nationwide now offer Cronous to its player base. Due to the increasing demand for its games. Amped Games is open to distributors who are interested in carrying Amped Games Cards.

"Our cards are a low-risk, fast moving product that would complement existing card distributor businesses. We are expanding our distributor network aggressively this year in order to address the increasing demand for our player cards." Padua said.

Getting ahead in Cronous

The level of a player determines the special skills and items he can use. With more experience, a player will be rewarded with more additions to its bag of tricks. Its level increases not just by defeating opponents but by completing numerous basic and hidden quests.

Some of the powerful armor, weapons and accessories can be acquired by forging several items together through a non-playable character (NPC) in the home castle. The performance of the armor, weapon or accessory can also be improved further by combining it with small objects called Smelting Stones.

In addition, each character has its specific Growth Item that can be acquired by defeating bosses or powerful monsters. Just like its owner, its abilities improve with more experience it gains.

Cronous features powerful 3D graphic imagery and is optimized for at least a Celeron 500 processor, 256 MB Ram and a 16 MB 3D graphics card. Thus even with low specs or dated computers, Cronous battles are lively and smooth in transition. Players can look forward to level growth opportunities when quest bosses reveal themselves and additional character skills are introduced deeper into the game.

Cronous is published by Amped Games, the online games division of ABS-CBN Interactive. Amped Games also publishes major MMORPG player Tantra, and casual games as WarRock and GetAmped.

Source: ABS-CBN
By MARIA JAVA

Three New Kapamilya Shows

2008-01-25T18:03:00.000-08:00

ABS-CBN “Future superstars” Jairus Aquino, Paul Salas, Eliza Pineda, Jane Oineza, Kristofer Dangculos, Joshua Dionisio and Andre Garcia, collectively known as the Kung Fu Kids, charm the local media with their witty answers even to the most unexpected questions. Moreover, Jairus, the superserye’s lead star even dares to say that "Kung Fu Kids" may match Super Inggo’s success. “Dito po bida ako, doon hindi,” Jairus quips. Along with the kids, sharing the limelight today are their senior co-stars Matteo Guidecelli, Erich Gonzales, Sid Lucero, Gerald Pizaras and Wowie de Guzman, who’s making a comeback in showbiz.

"Lobo" stars Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin remain unruffled by a few heated questions from the press. Looking dashing in his macho combat outfit, Piolo graciously insists that the pressure for "Lobo" to hit high on the ratings, which is what most people expect of such beautiful tandem on-screen, is not really his main concern. What matters is that they are able to deliver a top-quality show for the viewers, he adds. On the other hand, Angel refutes that there's anything 'romantic' between her and Piolo. She explains that it will only complicate work if they make their team-up for real. What they have now is a growing friendship based on a mutual respect. Angel doesn’t deny though that she's often starstruck with Piolo during their first few tapings, to the point that she had to distance herself just to collect her thoughts!

Also lending their support to the show are Shaina Magdayao and Ryan Eigenmann. An older and much bolder Shaina will be seen in" Lobo," doing her first screen kiss with Piolo. Some have noted how she felt overwhelmed by it but Shaina maintains that though she had hesitations before, she fully trusts her co-actor and directors.

Last but not the least, the stars of Palos begin their turn in the hotseat with an action-packed production number. Everyone who is present in the event will surely agree that Cesar Montano and Jake Cuenca made an impact with their live fighting scenes. The original Palos, Bernard Bonnin also gives a brief speech regarding his excitement for this improved version of the movie series he had popularized back in the 60’s 'til the 80’s. He admits that big bucks were spent for the never-before-seen 3D and sci-fi effects plus live action that will keep you on the edge of your seats.
Roxanne Guinoo is notably not in attendance today but Jake quickly tells the press to watch out for her vital role though Bangs Garcia is really his main onscreen partner for Palos. In terms of his working relationship with her leading lady, Jake is all praise for Bangs, and vice versa. Most of all, he is happy that finally, he was given an opportunity to prove himself in a major acting role, which he had been waiting for ever since he was 15 years old. He is praying hard for tons of support as soon as the show airs on Monday.

This is just a taste of what’s to come beginning this January 28. Don't miss this showcase on Primetime Bida!

Source: ABS-CBN

Palos

2008-01-23T17:15:00.000-08:00

Yan ang mga casts ng bagong action-serye ng ABS-CBN na pinagbibidahan nina Cesar Montano at Jake Cuenca bilang mag-ama. Mala Matrix ito at Mission Impossible ang dating. Magsisimula ito next week kasabay rin nitong magsisimula ang isa pang malaking teleserye ng ABS-CBN ang ang Lobo nina Piolo Pascual at Angel Locsin at ung Kung Fu Kids. Kaya mga Kapamilya kapit na!

Other races proud of Vincent's triumph

2008-01-22T03:26:00.000-08:00

Not only the Filipinos in Austria were very glad and proud that Vincent Bueno won the recently concluded Musical Talent Show of the Austrian Television (ORF) but also a number of Austrians and fellow Asians, too.

All were in the festive mood and were very much elated that the present singing sensation in Austria belongs to a Filipino family.

An Austrian fan said: "Ich freue mich für den Vincen tbesonders, dass er gewonnen hat, denn der beste soll gewinnen und er ist der Beste. Herzliche Gratulation."

(I am very happy that Vincent won. Indeed, he was the best among all the other contestants. congratulations!)

Another Austrian fan commented: "Über Vincent kann ich nur, dass meiner Meinung nach das eine sagen, es war ein Verdienter Sieg, professionelles Auftreten, besonders beim Tanzen auf die Bühne – er hat eine gute Stimme und ich wünsche ihm auf die Zukunft viel Erfolg auf die Bühne."

( Vincent deserves it, being the winner of the Musical Show. There is a harmony in the way he presents himself. He dances and sings very good. I wish him more success in all his musical career)

A fellow Pinoy also said: "Expected ko talaga na si Vincent ang manalo kasi hindi lang siya magaling sa sayaw kundi sa pag-acting pa. Iyon talaga ang character na kinakailangan sa musical star."

An Asian added: "YES, I find it really amazing that a Filipino won the musical show. Many did not really expect that an Asian like Vincent could make it here in Austria. He is simply the best!

For the Filipinos in Austria, the achievement of Vincent Bueno could further uplift the identity of the thousands of Filipinos here in Austria, not only as service-oriented but as talented people as well.

Hector Pascua, ABS-CBN, Vienna

Vincent Bueno to perform in ABS-CBN

2008-01-22T03:19:00.000-08:00

Austrian born Filipino musical prodigy Vincent Bueno, who recently won the top prize in the "Musical Die Show" competition will soon perform as a guest artist over shows in ABS-CBN.

In an interview with ABS-CBN Europe News bureau chief Danny Buenafe, the 21-year-old singer said that he looks forward to coming to the Philippines to perform for fellow Filipinos.

Among Filipino artists, Bueno said he has great admiration for singer-songwriter Gary Valenciano as well as the 1990s Filipinbo dance group Streetboys.

Bueno admitted that Valenciano is his idol and that he is very excited about the prospect of finally meeting the latter in the Philippines.

He then revealed that he sang Valenciano's signature hit "Sana Maulit Muli" at his sister's wedding reception.

Bueno also said that his own dancing was influenced by the Streetboys and led him to form his own dance group in Austria.

"Musical! Die Show" is aired over the Austrian national broadcaster ORF.

Televiewers in Austria and nearby countries where ORF is telecast and supporters of Bueno from all over the world either phoned in or sent SMS messages to give him 67% of televotes--a landslide victory.

Bueno faced Austrian Eva Klikovics who won the second place with 37% of televotes in the final part of the Musical! Die Show.

The other Austrian, Gudrun Ihninger, was eliminated early on, after the three completed their two solo numbers.

For his first act, Bueno energetically sang "Greased Lightning", a Broadway song from the musical "Grease".

He immediately received a roaring applause and standing ovation from the studio audience.

Bueno bested almost 400 musical artists all over Europe who joined the prestigious “Musical! Die Show,” dubbed as the counterpart of popular “American Idol” in the United States. He was the only Asian who landed in the top 10 during the final showdown on January 11.

Now an instant celebrity in Austria, Bueno won a total of 50,000 euros or P3 million.

A graduate of music and performing arts at the Vienna Conservatory of Music, Bueno is also a composer of R&B music. He took up special courses in acting, dancing and singing.

At age 11, he managed to play four musical instruments - piano, guitar, drums and base guitar.

Born in Vienna, the 22-year old grand winner admitted that Filipino artists exude a different intensity level and passion while performing. He said he believes that his father was his biggest influence in music, being a former vocalist and lead guitarist of a local band in the 70's.

Unlike other second generation of Filipinos born in the US and Europe, Bueno is fluent in speaking the national language.

Those who want to catch Bueno's performances can log on to http://www.youtube.com and http://www.digitalpinoy.org With reports from Louie Galicia and Danny Buenafe

My Only Riza Santos

2008-01-21T20:32:00.000-08:00

Wow cow! Ang ganda talaga ni Riza Santos. Look at her the way she smiles, her tantalizing eyes, her lips ummmp yummy! Ang swerte naman ng magigiging boyfriend nito. Take note guys, Riza is still a virgin that's according to her. Never been touched, never been kissed but totally damaged.hehehe joke only. Napaka hectic na ng schedule nya ngayon mula noong nakalabas na siya sa bahay ni Kuya. Ni hindi ko mahagilap kung saan-saan kasi ito nagsusuot. Abangan na lang natin siya sa mga iba't-ibang programa ng ABS-CBN. Ooops... akin lang siya guys... Ako lang ang nagmamay-ari sa kanya. May angal!!!

Requested Songs

2008-01-21T18:42:00.000-08:00

So here it is guys the new and the old photos of Journey band. Just enjoy the pictures. Arnel looks great here with his black leather suit. Below of these pics you can watch some videos covered by our very own Arnel Pineda when he was still in Zoo Band. I also put some lyrics to it for you to sing along with. Have a nice day!

Pinoy Idol...new Judges and Host

2008-01-20T19:14:00.000-08:00

Makaraan ang ilang buwang pagdedebate kung sino ba talaga ang maghohost sa prestihiyosong Pinoy Idol na franchised ng GMA 7 (Philippine TV Network) mula sa Fremantle Media na siyang nagmamay-ari ng American Idol sa US. Lumabas noon ang balitang si Ryan Agoncillo ang siyang napipisil na maghohost nito. Kung magbabalik tanaw tayo. He was the one who hosted the Philippine Idol when it was originally aired over ABC 5 (Philippine TV Network) noong nakaraang taon kung saan si Mau Marcelo ang tinanghal na kauna-unahang Philippine Idol grand winner. Subalit noong nakuha na ng GMA ang rights nito ay malabong si Ryan Agoncillo ang maghohost kasi ba naman e talent siya ng ABS-CBN. Maugong din ang pangalan ni Paolo Bediones na hindi naman talaga matatawaran ang husay nito pagdating sa hosting job. At ito na nga ang final choice ng Kapuso network na si Raymond Guttierez ang siyang napili nila upang maging host sa Pinoy Idol ngayong taong ito. Kunsabagay, gamay na ni Raymond ang paghohost.

Sa kabilang banda, napili naman bilang mga hurado sina Wyngard Tracy, Ogie Alcasid at ang panghuli ay si Jolina Magdangal. Kilala ko si Wyngard Tracy medyo may pagka terror nga ito kung magbibigay ng comments sa mga contestants noon sa Star in a Million ng ABS-CBN singing contest. Marami na siyang pinasikat na mga talent di ko na babanggitin kung sinu-sino yon baka lalong sumikat.hahaha... At para naman kina Ogie at Jolina ang masasabi ko lang. Goodluck na lang sa inyong dalawa. I don't want to comment further for these two judges.hahaha... Bye po. Have a nice day to all of you guys!

Forbes lists RP’s 40 richest

2008-01-20T02:19:00.001-08:00

Ang magandang takbo ng ekonomiya ng ating bansa at paglago ng stock market kaakibat nito ang pagtaas ng piso laban sa dolyar. Ang siyang nagbunsod upang mas lumago lalo ang kaban ng yaman ng ating mga kababayan.

For the first time in years Forbes magazine has included a Filipino among the world’s top billionaires. It also listed 39 others as Philippines’ richest, with a total worth of $17 billion.

The complete list of the Philippines’ 40 richest:

1. Jaime Zobel de Ayala and family ($2 billion)

2. Henry Sy and family ($1.7 billion)

3. Lucio Tan and family ($1.6 billion)

4. Andrew Tan ($1.1 billion)

5. Manuel Villar ($940 million)

6. George Ty ($870 million)

7. Andrew Gotianun ($860 million)

8. Enrique Razon Jr. ($820 million)

9. Tony Tan Caktiong and family ($790 million)

10. Oscar Lopez and family ($775 million)

11. Vivian Que Azcona and family ($670 million)

12. Inigo and Mercedes Zobel ($660 million)

13. Eduardo Cojuangco Jr. ($540 million)

14. Emilio Yap and family ($445 million)

15. John Gokongwei Jr. and family ($430 million)

16. Enrique Aboitiz and family ($375 million)

17. Alfonso Yuchengco and family ($365 million)

18. Beatrice Campos ($220 million)

19. David Consunji and family ($210 million)

20. Luis Virata ($200 million)

21. Gilberto Duavit Jr. and family ($191 million)

22. Menardo Jimenez and family ($190 million)

23. Felipe Gozon and family ($165 million)

24. Mariano Tan and family ($140 million)

25. Ramon del Rosario Jr. ($137 million)

26. Ronaldo and Rosalinda Hortaleza ($110 million)

27. Manuel Zamora ($105 million)

28. Betty Ang ($100 million)

29. Tomas Alcantara and family ($90 million)

30. Frederick Dy ($70 million)

31. Wilfred Steven Uytengsu Sr. ($60 million)

32. Salvador Zamora ($55 million)

33. Oscar Hilado and family ($51 million)

34. Philip T. Ang ($50 million)

35. Magdaleno Albarracin Jr. ($49 million)

36. Jesus Tambunting ($47 million)

37. Antonio Roxas ($36 million)

38. Manuel Pangilinan ($35 million)

39. Marixi Rufino-Prieto and family ($33 million)

40. Lourdes Montinola ($30 million)

Vincent Bueno in Local Showbiz?

2008-01-18T02:26:00.000-08:00

Filipino singer Vincent Bueno, who was proclaimed the grand winner of Austrian talent competition "Musical! Die Show," is now setting his sights in trying his hand in local showbiz.

Bueno bested almost 400 musical artists all over Europe who joined the prestigious “Musical! Die Show,” dubbed as the counterpart of popular “American Idol” in the United States. He was the only Asian who landed in the top 10 during the final showdown on January 11.

Now an instant celebrity in Austria, Bueno won a total of 50,000 euros or P3 million.

In an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN Europe News Bureau, Bueno expressed interest in the possibility of joining show business in the Philippines.

A graduate of music and performing arts at the Vienna Conservatory of Music, Bueno is also a composer of R&B music. He took up special courses in acting, dancing and singing.

At age 11, he managed to play four musical instruments - piano, guitar, drums and base guitar.

Born in Vienna, the 22-year old grand winner admitted that Filipino artist exudes a different intensity level and passion while performing. He said he believes that his father was his biggest influence in music, being a former vocalist and lead guitarist of a local band in the 70's.

Unlike other second generation of Filipinos born in the US and Europe, Bueno is fluent in speaking the national language.

Source: ABS-CBN

Pinoy Dream Academy Versus Pinoy Idol

2008-01-16T03:57:00.000-08:00

Hello guys! How are you today? Anyway, the two giants Philippine TV Network (ABS-CBN & GMA) are slating their respective franchised singing competitions this coming summer. It's also a war between Fremantle Media and Endemol... This is gonna be a big war! lol.... FYI, Pinoy Idol was first broadcast in ABC-5 where it was originally titled Philippine Idol. GMA has to change the title because Philippine Idol rights is owned by ABC-5 and they don't want to use it's original title.

On the other hand, ABS-CBN will have it's second season of their Pinoy Dream Academy. Their first season was a big hit. Their Grand Dreamer Yeng Constantino is a very successful singer now. With lots of concerts here and abroad, a multi-platinum album and received numerous awards in any award giving bodies. So, who do you think will reign the supremacy? We are not only talking here about the ratings but the career of the winners after the competitions.

Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara

2008-01-13T03:45:00.000-08:00

Waaaaaaaa... What a creepy pic! Look she's behind you. lol.... Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara is making waves in the country today and also to all Filipinos worlwide via TFC. It's really talked of the town wherever you go; in school, offices, streets and of course in all Filipinos households..... Kris Aquino is still the undisputed horror queen after her blockbuster horror movies like Feng Shui and Sukob. Kudos to all the casts and staffs behind this Sineserye of ABS-CBN. Before I forget, I would like to praise Chelsea (a doll) for doing a good job. Some even says, she can act more than Kris. lol... But anyway, this soap will only run for 3 weeks and it will replace by Maligno starring Claudine Barreto... Patayin Sa Sindak Si Barbara is doing good in the rating game, according to TNS survey not AGB this time. lol... Bye for now guys... Hope Ruth will catch you! lol....

Vincent Bueno... A New Superstar!

2008-01-12T17:56:00.000-08:00

Vincent Bueno is a 21-year-old grand prize winner of the Austrian reality competition “Musical Die Show” (Musical the Show). Vincent is a full-blooded Filipino who was born in Austria. His first tv appearance took place during the first round of the elimination of “Musical Die Show” last November 23, 2007 when Vincent impressed the televiewers with his version of the Broadway opus, Hair. Last Friday, January 11,2008, he bested more than 400 aspirants of the reality competition who are dominantly Austrians and broke the barrier of racial discrimination because of his pure talent and charismatic good looks. He is currently making waves in Europe after winning the Austrian version of Idol with a theatrical twist. Photos taken from Vincent's Myspace Page.

YouTube gives Filipino singers the big 'cyber break'

2008-01-11T06:42:00.000-08:00

"I really did not expect that I'd get noticed on the internet," she said. Filipino singer Charice Pempengco cries during a Reuters interview in Manila January 5, 2008. Pempengco shot from relatively obscurity to levels of success surprising even to herself when a clip of her singing Jennifer Holliday's "And I'm Telling You I am Not Going" on video-sharing website YouTube caught the attention of TV host Ellen DeGeneres and Grammy award winning producer David Foster. Picture taken January 5, 2008.REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo (PHILIPPINES)

Reuters

Sometimes the road to international stardom starts with a click on YouTube.

In two of the latest whirlwind career turnarounds launched by the video-sharing Web site (www.youtube.com), Filipino singers Charice Pempengco and Arnel Pineda have shot from relative obscurity to levels of success surprising even to them.

Fifteen-year-old Pempengco thought her music career was doomed when she lost a local singing competition in 2006.

But YouTube gave her the "cyber break" of a lifetime, when a clip of her singing Jennifer Holliday's "And I'm Telling You I am Not Going" caught the attention of TV host Ellen DeGeneres and Grammy award winning producer David Foster.

DeGeneres interviewed Pempengco on her show in December, where she wowed the audience with her vocal range, while Foster now introduces her to his friends as "my new singer," after the two met in Los Angeles.

"After I sang at the show last year, Ellen embraced me and she kept telling me this is the start of my international career," Pempengco told Reuters in Manila last week.

The busy teen now studies for her high school degree from home, while clips of her singing Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Beyonce and Celine Dion's hits circulate in cyberspace.

After more than five million hits on YouTube, she is still surprised to be recognized in the street.

"While I was walking along Rodeo Drive, people would come up to me to congratulate me and say 'I saw you on YouTube and you are a great singer'," said Pempengco in her dressing room after doing a Whitney Houston medley for a local noontime TV show.

"One American told me 'I am now a Pinoy after hearing you sing'." Pinoy is a colloquial term for Filipino.

Arnel Pineda, the new lead singer of rock band Journey, gestures during a Reuters interview at his local manager's office in Manila on January 8, 2008. Pineda was spotted by Journey founder and guitarist Neil Schon on YouTube singing their hit "Faithfully," with his local band, Zoo. Picture taken January 8, 2008.REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco (PHILIPPINES)

Like a dream

Pineda, on the other hand, is no overnight success.

A 40-year professional singer with quite a reputation in Manila's clubs, he looked set to join the legion of talented, but relatively unrewarded, singers who never break into the big-time.

One video posted online of Pineda performing with his Zoo band in a Makati nightclub changed all that.

More than 11,700 kilometers away in California, Neal Schon, founder and guitarist of the rock band Journey, downloaded a clip of Pineda singing their hit "Faithfully" on YouTube, and knew his search for a new frontman had ended.

"After watching the video over and over again, I had to walk away from the computer and let what I heard sink in because it sounded too good to be true," Schon said in a statement posted on Journey's Web site.

The band flew Pineda to Marin County in San Francisco in August for an audition.

"Unbelievably, they embraced my voice," said Pineda.

"They said this guy is genuine and I really got the gig.

Now he will join the band for a series of concerts in Europe, U.S. and South America, kicking off in Chile.

"It's like I am dreaming," Pineda said.

"Except that I am awake".

KBP: No cheating in "Wilyonaryo" incident; Willie innocent

2008-01-10T05:10:00.000-08:00

"Wowowee" host Willie Revillame has been cleared of charges of cheating during the Wilyonaryo segment of the popular afternoon game show by the Standards Authority Committee of the Kilusan ng mga Broadcaster sa Pilipinas (KBP).

The committee launched an investigation on the incident in September after the August 20 incident, where it appeared as if Revillame had rigged the result of the Wilyonaryo segment, a game of chance where a contestant stands to win big prizes, including a house and lot and a million pesos.

A video of the August 20, 2007 Wilyonaryo has been uploaded onto Youtube and been the subject of much analysis and argument.

The KBP investigation concluded however, that no cheating occured and that the apparent rigging of the game's result actually stemmed from a design flaw in the game paraphernalia used.

The KBP panel also recommended that ABS-CBN discontinue the game or make changes to get rid of the design flaw. (The management of ABS-CBN has already removed the Wilyonaryo segment from "Wowowee").

Revillame however is not completely off the hook, yet. The KBP is still investigating a supposed verbal attack made by Revillame against comedian and host Joey de Leon.

De Leon is the host of "Eat, Bulaga" a noontime variety show aired over GMA-7 and "Wowowee" closest competitor.

KBP legal counsel Rudolph Jularbal said they found probable cause that Revillame may have violated the KBP code of ethics with his remarks against de Leon, but made it clear that the investigation is not yet finished.

Both De Leon and Revillame traded verbal stingers during the height of the controversy. De Leon remarked that Revillame's "hands tell the story".

Revillame later countered with a reminder that de Leon's hands are not lily-white either, mentioning a rape case filed by in 1982 by bold star Pepsi Paloma against de Leon, actor Vic Sotto and comedian Richie D'Horsey.

At the time, the de Leon and the Sotto brothers were part of a comedy trio known as "Tito, Vic and Joey" while D'Horsey appeared with them as their sidekick.

They were the hosts of "Eat, Bulaga!" the number one noontime show for nearly three decades, until it was overtaken by "Wowowee".

Fans of "Eat, Bulaga!" still recall how the three made a public apology, kneeling in front of the cameras during one episode, to ask forgiveness for whatever wrong they may have done during the rape case brouhaha.

The case was eventually dismissed by a court after the bold star agreed to drop the charges. Pepsi Paloma committed suicide by hanging in 1985. With a report from Apples Jalandoni

Source: ABS-CBN

Charice leaving to New York today

2008-01-08T17:52:00.000-08:00

Charice Pempengco is leaving now going to New York. Yes! I said it right... She will be seeing a composer/producer David Foster and Clive Davis. Hope her meeting with them will be the start of her career in Hollywood. I'm sure it's another unforgettable experience for her to be able to go to New York for the first time. What I don't know, if she's going to appear in any American TV shows there after that meeting. We'll I'm crossing my fingers to make it happen.

I'll be back later to posts some updates of Charice in New York...

Ai-Ai's Agony

2008-01-06T23:10:00.000-08:00

Samot-saring interview ang nilalabasan ni Ai-Ai delas Alas mapa-telebisyon man o radyo. Ang kanyang paghagulgol ay bunsod na rin sa nalaman niya sa kanyang anak na binatilyong si Sancho na binugbog pala ito at ikinulong sa stockroom ng cashier sa isang convenience store. Ayon pa sa kwento, ay ibinulsa ng anak nito ang 2 mentos na candy. Kaya naman nagawan siyang saktan ng cashier na yon. The incident was happened a month ago pero huli na ng nalaman ni Ai-Ai ang pangyayari.
Bagama't hindi pa natin alam ang panig ng cashier at ang store owner sa insidenteng ito. Nais ko lang magbigay ng sarili kong opinyon ukol dito. Kung totoo man na nag-umit ang bata ng candy ay dapat inireport na lang agad nila ito sa himpilan ng pulisya. Ang siste kasi pinagbuhatan kaagad ng kamay diumano ng cashier ang bata. Kaya naman nasaktan si ate Ai-Ai sa nangyari sa kanyang anak. Anyway, hope this could be a lesson to all of us.

Digital Decades

2008-01-06T21:26:00.000-08:00

LAS VEGAS - Microsoft Corp Chairman Bill Gates on Sunday took center stage at the world's largest technology show for the last time and predicted that his industry was on the cusp of the next "digital decade."

Gates, who plans to switch in July to a more limited role at the company he co-founded in 1975 with childhood friend Paul Allen, said computing will become a pervasive part of everyday life.

"In many ways, we are at the very beginning," Gates told the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. "During the next Digital Decade, technology will make our lives richer, more connected, more productive, and more fulfilling."

Microsoft has said this will be Gates' last keynote address to CES -- at least in his current role. In the future, Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices division, will take a central role in delivering the address.

Gates predicted that people would interact more naturally with technology through methods like speech and touch over the next decade. It is a prediction Gates has made for years, touting devices like the tablet computer, which have had slow adoption.

However, devices like Apple Inc iPhone and Nintendo Co Ltd's are proving that more "natural" user interfaces have a broad appeal with consumers.

"All of those are just starting to show you that natural interaction pattern really breaks you out of the keyboard and mouse," Gates said in an embargoed interview with Reuters before the speech. "The next big surprise for people will be how this natural interface becomes pervasive."

Microsoft has also developed its own products that capitalize on speech and touch.

Last year at CES, Microsoft unveiled the Sync car audio and mobile phone system for cars offered by Ford Motor Co Sync recognizes voice commands to play music and make phone calls.

Gates also displayed the company's Surface computer, a coffee table shaped PC that works like a large touch-screen PC and can respond to objects placed on top of it, such as describing the wine in a bottle with an embedded microchip.

The company also unveiled a set of partnerships with media companies including a deal with General Electric's NBC Universal to power its Web site for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.

Using Microsoft's Silverlight Web video technology, a rival to Adobe System Inc's Flash video technology, the Web site "NBCOlympics.com on MSN" will offer more than 3,000 hours of live and on-demand sports coverage.

Microsoft also said it struck a deal with Walt Disney Co to bring ABC and Disney Channel shows to Xbox Live Marketplace, the online video game and entertainment store tethered to its Xbox 360 game console.

It also said MGM Studios will be bringing its library of movies including titles like "Rocky," "Terminator" and "Legally Blonde" to Xbox Live.

Source: Reuters

Charice Pempengco on Rated K

2008-01-06T05:04:00.000-08:00

Lani and Charice

2008-01-06T04:25:00.000-08:00

Newest Jag Endorser

2008-01-05T19:29:00.000-08:00

Will Devaughn was the 4th placer of the recent concluded PBB Celebrity Edition 2 at the Araneta Coliseum. Aside from thousands cash that he received last night he was also chosen as the newest endorser of Jag. Although he was not adjudged as grand winner but being an endorser is a lot of money too. And I'm sure he will be one of the busiest celebrity this year along with Riza Santos. To all the fans of Will surely you will see him more on various shows of ABS-CBN. He already did a cameo role from a movie Desperadas, entry of Regal Films for Metro Manila Film Festival. Although I haven't watch the movie yet but it's a good start for his career in showbizness.
One thing naalala ko kay Will e yong nag-iwan sya ng krimen sa banyo. hahaha... Nakalimutan nya raw buhusan buti umanin ang loko. hahaha... The best part was yong he had a date with Riza tapos niloloko sila ni Ethel. Maybe the worst one when Gladys got mad at him. Anyway, Goodluck Will, we will be watching you now that you are in the outside world. Welcome to the outside world again.

Ruben Gonzaga... Big Winner

2008-01-05T16:48:00.000-08:00

Charice Pempengco... Sings on Wowowee

2008-01-05T02:21:00.000-08:00

FalseVoice

2008-01-04T04:58:00.000-08:00

Oh my gulay! FalseVoice account in Youtube was deleted due to copyright infringement. Well, at first I feel bad about it because I'm one of his videos subscribers and posted here on my blog. All of his videos are no longer available here so I feel so sorry to you guys. The reason behind this is he created a violation regarding the copyright. The ABS-CBN management filed a complaint to Youtube for their videos were uploaded of him and those videos are copyrighted. So sad, the home videos of Charice Pempengco were also included.
Well, let's face it FalseVoice made a big impact to Charice's career as a Youtube sensation. But of course Charice is still a property of ABS-CBN so they have the right to complain. Their also losing money because the viewing public are only relying to FalseVoice uploaded videos in Youtube instead of subscribing to TFC or ABS-CBN Now, a lives treaming thru internet. It's a business matter anyway... By the way, he can still manage to create a new a account in Youtube or to any videos uploading sites. Goodluck bro!

Bu De Bu Ai

2008-01-04T04:28:00.000-08:00

Smoking link to hearing problems

2008-01-03T17:39:00.000-08:00

Teenagers were given a series of computer tests

Teenagers who smoke, or whose mother smoked in pregnancy, are at higher risk of hearing problems and understanding what is being said, a US study says.

In tests on 67 teenagers, Yale University found those exposed to smoke had trouble focusing and interpreting sounds when there was a distraction.

And the team said scans showed exposure changed the brain's white matter, responsible for transmitting messages.

The findings were reported in New Scientist magazine.

The team carried out brain scans on the teenagers and found those exposed to smoke were more likely to have more white matter.

Individuals affected will have problems in settings where there is a distraction

Leslie Jacobsen, lead researcher

Previous research has shown that children with overdeveloped white matter have problems transmitting and interpreting sound because the white matter it is out of sync with the rest of the brain.

The researchers believe the over-production of the white matter is caused by nicotine stimulating a chemical compound called acetylcholine.

Further evidence was also provided by the computer tests the teenagers, aged 13 to 18, completed where they were asked to recognise words while being distracted by visual images or background noise.

Among the boys who were tested, those exposed to smoke got 77% right, whereas those not exposed got 85% right.

In girls, the breakdown was 84% to 90%. The researchers said the results were "quite significant".

Problems

Lead researcher Leslie Jacobsen said: "Individuals affected will have problems in settings where there is a distraction.

"This could certainly be the case in classrooms where there may be other people talking and lots of things going on.

"Coupled with other conditions, such as behavioural disorders, this may tip a pupil towards failing at school."

David McAlpine, director of the Ear Institute at University College London, agreed the findings were interesting.

He added: "The fact that smokers show changes in this pathway means they may be less able to hear what's being said."

Richard Todd, from Washington University, added the effect on the white matter was "pretty remarkable".

"It seems the brain remains vulnerable long into adolescence."

Technologies on the rise in 2008

2008-01-03T17:15:00.000-08:00

A number of technologies have exploded throughout 2007, from Facebook and the iPhone to the Nintendo Wii.

But what will be making the headlines over the next 12 months?

Here the BBC News website gives its predictions for five technologies that could become big in 2008.

1. The web to go

3. IPTV

5. Mobile VoIP

2. Ultra mobile PCs

4. Wimax

THE WEB TO GO

Could the online and offline worlds meet in 2008?

One of the biggest drawbacks of web applications is that they can only be used when there is an internet connection.

Although mobile working is becoming increasingly common, ubiquitous connectivity is still a long way off.

But there are tools that are beginning to blur the online and offline worlds.

Over the last 12 months a number of technologies that could have a significant impact on the way people use the web.

Search giant Google announced its Gears application whilst Adobe launched Air and Microsoft released Silverlight.

All the technologies have the ability to take rich web content and make some of it available offline.

For example Adobe has shown off an Ebay desktop application built using Air that would allow users to do much of the legwork required in setting up auctions offline.

The next time the user connects to the internet the listing would be posted to the website.

Silverlight offers the reverse - the ability to build desktop applications and allow them to run in a web browser.

Google Gears does not allow the creation of new applications but does allow web applications to be taken offline.

For example, the developers of the free online office package Zoho use Gears to allow users to use their applications in a similar way to a normal desktop office program.

2008 should see more examples of applications built with or using one of the three tools to make a truly seamless computing experience.

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ULTRA MOBILE PCs

The Asus eee is setting the trend for UMPCs

Various devices have tried to fill the role between a PDA and a full-blown laptop over the years, but none has taken off.

But 2008 could be the year when the Ultra Mobile PCs (UMPCs) finally have their day.

The first devices were launched in 2006, but they have never gone mass market - partly because of a combination of high prices and poor battery life.

But towards the end of 2007 a series of new products started to hit shelves.

The most talked about was the Asus EEE, a sub-£200 laptop about the size of a hardback book.

The Taiwanese manufacturer has predicted it will sell five million of the tiny machines in 2008.

The low-cost laptop runs open source Linux software and weighs less than one kilogram.

To cut down on weight it does away with a hard drive in favour of just 4GB of flash memory.

Whilst the storage is small, its use of flash highlights another trend of 2008.

Flash memory has been gradually increasing in power. For example, electronics giant Samsung recently showed off chips that could be used to make 128GB memory cards.

As a result the technology is now starting to challenge hard drives as the storage of choice on laptops.

Apple is even rumoured to be launching ultra-thin Macbooks using flash in 2008.

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IPTV

Future TV technologies

Internet TV has been hampered in the past because broadband speeds were not fast enough to deliver a reliable service.

But today more than half of all UK homes have a broadband connection, at an average speed of four megabits a second (Mbps), according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

And speeds are increasing. Next year, ADSL2+ comes online, promising broadband speeds of up to 24Mbps.

As a result, more and more internet protocol television services are being launched.

Alongside established services from BT vision and Virgin Media, other operators are getting in on the business.

Following the launch of a successful service in the Czech Republic, mobile phone operator O2 plans to launch a UK service in 2008.

Others such as Orange are expected to follow suit.

The BBC will also be pushing its iPlayer in 2008, a service that allows people to catch up on the corporation's output over the web. Whilst in November, the BBC partnered with rivals ITV and Channel 4 to launch a joint on-demand service.

Existing firms are also predicting rapid growth through 2008.

Mary Turner, the chief executive of Tiscali UK said in December that its service is currently signing up 250 people each day and expects to have 50,000 users by the end of the year

It is aiming for 200,000 by the end of 2008.

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WIMAX

Future broadband technologies

Wimax is a wireless technology that can deliver high speed broadband over long distances.

It is already big in the US with companies such as Sprint and Intel backing the technology.

Some areas of the developed world, such as Abuja in Nigeria, are also trialling the technology.

But, according to analyst Mike Roberts of research firm Informa Media and Telecoms, it has never taken off in Europe. But, he said, that could all change in 2008.

"Next year could be the first year that we see some of the major deployments of Wimax in Europe," he said.

Milton Keynes has just launched what it claims if the first commercial Wimax service in the UK.

The aim, according to a spokesperson was to "make Milton Keynes the first WiMax-powered wireless internet city."

According to Mr Roberts others could follow suit particularly if a big player such as BT was "able to get its hands on the right spectrum".

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MOBILE VOIP

Skype is the best-known provider of traditional VoIP services

VoIP is a technology that allows users to make cheap phone calls over the internet.

Although some firms such as Jajah and Truphone have offered VoIP on mobiles the technology is still relatively nascent.

However, 2008 could be the year the technology takes off.

Towards the end of 2007, network operator 3 launched a Skype phone that allows users to make calls using the service, already popular for making calls from PCs.

Handset-maker Nokia also offers four phones with the ability to use the technology.

"We plan to add VoIP enabled devices to the existing range," said Mark Squires of the firm.

But even with the backing of a heavyweight such as Nokia, not everyone is convinced that 2008 will be the year of mobile VoIP.

"Mobile VoIP is still at a very early stage," said Mike Roberts of analysts Informa Media and Telecoms. "It's very disruptive but it will be a slow burn, to my mind,"

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Nokia N95

2008-01-03T03:45:00.001-08:00

The good: HSDPA; Wi-Fi; onboard GPS; 5-megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss lens; 3.5mm audio jack; mini-USB connector.

The bad: Build quality doesn't justify the premium price; poor battery life; sluggish performance when multiple applications are running; premium price.

The bottom line: There's no doubt that the Nokia N95 is one of the most full-featured smart phones available right now, but its poor battery life could very well be its Achilles' heel.

Oh men.. I really wanted to have this kind of cell phone. So amazing and unique features. Kelan ko kaya ma-aangkin itong Nokia N95... hmmp...abangan!

Chasters League

2008-01-02T23:41:00.000-08:00

If you are a fan of Charice Pempengco so it means you are now a member of Chasters League. That's how Charice wanted to be called all her fans out there. That's cool! You can also register to her official fansite at http://www.charicediva.com/ where you can meet her fans throughout the world including me. So if you want to keep updated about her so join now. Below of this blog you may now watch all of her videos courtesy of FalseVoice. Enjoy guys...

My Beloved TV

2008-01-02T22:09:00.000-08:00

I can't really imagine na di na ako makakapanood ng TV. Gusto kong magwala sa inis. It's been six months kapiling ko ang TV ko at nanonood ako ng mga palabas mostly Kapamiya shows. Kung kelan Big Night na ng Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2 ay saka pa nagloko ang unico hijo kong TV. Umakyat ako sa bubong at inayos ang antenna ganun pa rin siya Kabisyo.. Bwusit talaga! Kung mamalasin nga naman. Noon pa man ganun na talaga ang sakit nya... un bang malabo ang reception pero may tunog. Pero dati nagagawan ko pa naman ng paraan. The only problem is the antenna medyo may kalumaan na rin kasi ung antenna na 'yon. Kung ilang bagyo na ang dumaan nun andun pa rin ang antenna na yon kaso bali na siya. Kunsabagay, I can still watch my favorite shows thru internet kaso nga lang kabisyo walang sounds yong computer ko. Pagtiyagaan ko na lang.
Speaking of TV, the ABS-CBN will be launching mid this year their digitalization. Wow, the first ever television network in the country going into digital. I'll keep you posted about that maybe sometime... That's it for now.. I'll be back later.

PBBCE2 Big Four

2008-01-02T19:21:00.000-08:00

Choose your Big Winner wisely!

Before Gaby completed the Big Four slate together with Ruben, Riza and Will, Big Brother himself reminded the five celebrity housemates about the fact that PBB is a competition that’s comprised with rules that should be observed and respected. And unfortunately, he bestowed a forced eviction on Jon after conferring with Endemol officials. As Big Brother consultant Anuska Ban reiterated, the process of nomination is sacred and no one is allowed to discuss it outside the confession room—which Jon violated when he tried to sway the housemates into voting for a five-way tie result.

But more than the English Outcast’s fateful exit, now is the time to assess your bets’ winning personalities!

The multi-talented housemate. Known for her accomplishments on the Asian Formula 3 Circuit, Gaby pursued a stint in PBB to find potential sponsors that will finance her passion of becoming an international racing enthusiast. She further proves herself by winning a competition in Subic—without undergoing the usual painstaking rehearsals—amidst her stay inside the famed yellow house. Beyond that, she easily warmed up to her fellow housemates and even caught their admiration for her endless capabilities when it comes to Big Brother’s various challenges. Many times she had thought about giving up. But her innate strength to continue the fight prevailed every time her weaknesses get to her.

The principled one. In spite of the fact that Riza grew up in a Westernized culture, she unexpectedly acquired such a conservative attitude and perspective in life. Though there were many temptations which lured her to stray from her beliefs, she managed to hold on to this, a trait that set her apart from others. Although her shyness hampered some of her housemates to know her more, with their support, she came out of her shell in due time. In her own quiet way, she was able to fulfill her responsibilities as a housemate without ever stepping on another person’s toes. As such, she has been an epitome of beauty, brains and humility throughout her stint in PBB.

The family man. Having a less privileged background did not hinder Ruben from cultivating real friendships among more popular stars in the house. At one point, he recalled how he felt out of place during the first night but eventually got over it for he knows that his fellow housemates accept him for who he is. Despite the luxuries he had experienced as Kuya’s resident, he remained grounded in envisioning simple dreams for his family. His housemates proclaim him as their own bet for the Big Win not only because he needs the prize money but because he deserves it after the dedication he showed in finishing even the most pressing trials that were thrown in his way.

The hunk who found a home. Behind his oozing sex appeal and poster model looks, Will hides his fear of letting people in, born out of the traumatic childhood he had because of his stern stepfather. Growing up in a turbulent atmosphere at home made it difficult for him to open up the real him. But in Big Brother’s abode, he learned how it is to be loved by his housemates who have become his second family. As such, Kuya is more than just a faceless voice but also a father who taught him so many things. At the same time, he is the kind of friend who doesn’t look at one’s status in life—as he quickly established a strong bond with the Komedyanteng Promdi.

Who deserves to be the Celebrity Big Winner? To vote, just text BB (name of housemate) and send it to 2331 for Globe, TM and Sun Cellular subscribers or 231 for Smart and Talk N Text subscribers.

You can still earn more chances in winning the Globe PBB Celebrity Voting Promo. Just download the picture message of the day by texting GBB (name of housemate) and send it to 2366. One download gives your bet automatic 10 votes while you get one raffle entry for that one million-peso grand prize on the final draw!

You can be a witness to the ending of Kuya's story! Get your Big Night tickets in front of the Big Brother house tomorrow from 5-7pm. First come, first serve basis only and two tickets will be alotted per person.

Source: ABS-CBN

Welcome 2008!

2007-12-31T17:33:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year! Good morning guys! Did you enjoy your party last night? I guess you had a wonderful time along with your families and friends. Well, about me... it's kinda boring. I didn't enjoy my new year. It's different from the previous one... Better luck next time. I wish you all the best and don't worry I'm going to put extra effort to post in my blog always... more big news that will affect in our daily lives... it maybe from sports, music, health etc... And for those who always visit my blog. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. You are my inspirations. God bless to all. Have a prosperous New Year!

A Morning Jam With Charice

2007-12-31T01:36:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!!!

2007-12-30T19:50:00.000-08:00

Glitter Graphics - GlitterLive.com

Happy New Year to all of you guys! May you have a prosperous new year ahead of you. Let's pray to God and hoping that 2008 will be the best year for us. Enjoy and have some fun with your families and friends. Mabuhay!

Charice Pempengco... Wows Korea Again!

2007-12-29T20:51:00.000-08:00

Sulat ni Tatay at Nanay

2007-12-28T17:40:00.000-08:00

Good morning guys... Nais ko lang ibahagi sa inyo ang isang sulat-tula na nailathala sa Pilipino Star Ngayon sa column ni Cristy Fermin. Actually, it was all also featured over DZMM from the program of Ted Failon and Korina Sanchez. Ito'y nilikha ni Rev. Fr. Ariel F. Robles at habang binabasa ko ito ay naluha ako dahil totoo ang mga sinasalamin ng sulat-tulang ito sa buhay ng ating mga magulang. I then recalled my mom when she was still alive. There was an instances I shouted at her and got mad at her. Pero masaya naman ako dahil nakapaglingkod ako sa kanya nung matanda na siya. Naalala ko pa noon lagi ko syang binibilhan ng Anlene Gold. Ang gatas para sa matatanda to fight osteoporosis. Masaya ako kasi nakikita ko sa kanya na natutuwa siya pag may ganung gatas. Pinapaligua-an ko rin sya at binibihisan... lahat ginawa ko sa mama ko. Too bad dahil nung binawi-an siya ng buhay ay wala ako sa tabi nya I was in Pampanga then nung nangyari ang di ko ina-asahan. Ngayon alam kong masaya na rin ang mama ko kung nasaan man siya ngayon. Mahal kita Ma at ganun din sayo Pa. Narito guys ang kabuuan ng sulat-tula.

Sulat ni Tatay at Nanay

Sa aking pagtanda, unawain mo sana ako at pagpasensiyahan. Kapag dala ng kalabuan ng mata ay nakabasag ako ng pinggan o nakatapon ng sabaw sa hapag-kainan, huwag mo sana akong kagagalitan. Maramdamin ang isang matanda. Nagse-self-pity ako tuwing sisigawan mo ako.

Kapag mahina na ang tenga ko at hindi ko maintindihan ang sinasabi mo, huwag mo naman sana akong sabihan ng bingi, pakiulit na lang ang sinabi mo o pakisulat na lang. Pasensya ka na, anak. Matanda na talaga ako.

Kapag mahina na ang tuhod ko, pagtiyagaan mo sana akong tulungang tumayo, katulad ng pag-aalalay ko sa iyo noong nag-aaral ka pa lamang lumakad.

Pagpasensyahan mo sana ako kung ako man ay nagiging makulit at paulit-ulit na parang sirang-plaka. Basta pakinggan mo na lang ako. Huwag mo sana akong pagtatawanan o pagsasawaang pakinggan. Natatandaan mo anak noong bata ka pa? Kapag gusto mo ng lobo, paulit-ulit mo ‘yung sasabihin, maghapon kang mangungulit hanggang hindi mo nakukuha ang gusto mo. Pinagtiyagaan ko ang kakulitan mo.

Pagpasensiyahan mo na rin sana ang aking amoy. Amoy-matanda, amoy-lupa. Huwag mo sana akong piliting maligo. Mahina na ang katawan ko. Madaling magkasakit kapag nalamigan, huwag mo sana akong pandirihan. Natatandaan mo noong bata ka pa? Pinagtiyagaan kitang habulin sa ilalim ng kama kapag ayaw mong maligo.

Pagpasensiyahan mo sana kung madalas, ako’y masungit, dala na marahil ito ng katandaan. Pagtanda mo, maiintindihan mo rin ako.

Kapag may konti kang panahon, magkuwentuhan naman tayo, kahit sandali lang, inip na ako sa bahay, maghapong nag-iisa. Walang kausap. Alam kong busy ka sa trabaho,

Subalit nais kong malaman mo na sabik na sabik na akong makakuwentuhan ka, kahit alam kong hindi ka interesado sa mga kuwento ko. Natatandaan mo anak, noong bata ka pa? Pinagtiyagaan kong pakinggan at intindihin ang pautal-utal mong kuwento tungkol sa iyong teddy bear.

At kapag dumating ang sandali na ako’y magkasakit at maratay sa banig ng karamdaman, huwag mo sana akong pagsawaang alagaan. Pagpasensiyahan mo na sana kung ako man ay maihi o madumi sa higaan, pagtiyagaan mo sana akong alagaan sa mga huling sandali ng aking buhay. Tutal hindi na naman ako magtatagal.

Kapag dumating ang sandali ng aking pagpanaw, hawakan mo sana ang aking kamay at bigyan mo ako ng lakas ng loob na harapin ang kamatayan.

At huwag kang mag-alala, kapag kaharap ko na ang Diyos na lumikha, ibubulong ko sa kanya na pagpalain ka sana ... dahil naging mapagmahal ka sa iyong ama’t ina...

Written by Rev. Fr. Ariel F. Robles

CWL Spiritual Director

St. Augustine Parish, Baliuag, Bulacan”

What a busy day!

2007-12-28T03:59:00.000-08:00

Oh my gulay! I don't know how to start.. Anyway, I woke up around 7:00 in the morning tapos naglaba ng pantalon ko. I hate washing pants kasi nakakapagod magkuskos. hehehe... Ang sarap ng pakiramdam pag may nalalabhan akong pantalon. Pagkatapos maglaba at maligo ayon umpisa na ng trabaho... tapos isiningit ko na rin ung agahan ko... Guess what kung anong almusal ko hmmp kanin tsaka mongo.. sarap kasi mainit pa. Minsan kasi sinisikmura ako sa umaga. Maya-maya kunti nagsidatingan na ang mga customer ko dito sa tinatrabahu-an kong internetcafe.. After awhile my boss came in and the customer too who had an appointment with him for the repair of his cpu and there was another one. Dumami din ang mga customer kong adik maglaro ng Ragnarok but there were some just a plain internet surfing. Grabe mag a-alas dos na ako nagtanghali-an sa sobrang busy. Buti na lang nag lie-low mga bandang hapon na.
Ganito lang lagi ang buhay ko araw-araw dito sa workplace ko. I enjoyed a lot cause I gained friends as time goes by. And not only that I learned a lot too regarding computers which I didn't learn in school. Nakakapuyat nga lang kasi medyo late na ako nagsasara. Well, that's life ika nga. I have to do this to earn a living. New Year is approaching. May you have a prosperous New Year guys. Exit muna ako, I'm going to have my dinner.

Bawal Magkasal!

2007-12-26T01:47:00.000-08:00

At ano naman tong kaguluhang ito sa pagitan ng NSO at ang mga Pari natin. Ito kasing NSO naglabas ng memo na dapat sumasailalim ng seminar ang mga paring malapit ng mag-expired ang lisensya nila. Sa panig naman ng mga Pari natin e bakit naman daw sila magseseminar gayong napag-aralan na nila iyang ituturo sa seminar at ang seste magbabayad pa sila ng seminar fee na aabot ng P3,500... Susmaryosep... Ang katwiran naman ng NSO aba'y umaabot daw sa 5 libong kaso nitong taon ang mga nagkakamali sa pagrehistro ng marriage certificate. Pero di naman matukoy who among those priests who have made mistakes. Sinabi rin ng NSO na maari rin na yoong mga ministro o pastor ay nagkakamali rin sa pagrehistro ng marriage certificate. Sabong na to! Kung walang pera e di walang lisensya at di na pwede magkasal pa. Kaya beware sa mga magpapakasal baka expired na pala ang lisensya ng magkakasal sa inyo...

Big Four

2007-12-26T01:25:00.000-08:00

Mga Kabisyo, ilang tulog na lang at malalaman na natin kung sino ang mapapasama sa Big Four ng Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2. Pero ang gusto ko ang mapasama sa Big Four ay sina Ruben, Riza, Will at Jon. At ang gusto kong maging Big Winner ay si Ruben. Bukod sa kababayan ko yan deserving naman talaga siyang manalo. Second choice ko naman si Will. I want this time na lalaki naman ang mananalo kasi for the past seasons ng PBB lagi na lang mga babae ang grand winner. Kaya mga kabisyo, start voting na para manalo ang mga manok nyo. Para sa karagdagang kaalaman kung paano bumoto aba'y simple lang manood kayo ng Channel 2 o di kaya'y pumunta sa website ng PBBCE2. Thank you so much I'll be back...

Malungkot Na Pasko

2007-12-24T17:14:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas to all of you guys. Ang lungkot talaga ng pasko ko kagabi. Ala akong kasama. Ang mga mahal ko sa buhay ay malayo sa akin. Ala rin akong chance na puntahan sila kasi may trabaho pa rin ako. Naiinggit tuloy ako sa iba, kasi kasama nila ang buong pamilya nila nung sumapit ang Noche Buena. Kaya ang ginawa ko, maaga akong natulog. Mas lalong di ko naramdaman ang diwa ng Pasko kasi pagsapit ng alas dose wala akong narinig na mga paputok. Ganito pala dito sa Gen. Trias, Cavite hindi katulad nung nasa Pampanga pa ako napakasaya ng pasko nila. Pero sa Davao naman nung andoon pa ako, may mga mangilan-ngilan din namang nagpapaputok, ipinagbabawal kasi ng lokal ng Pamahalaan ng Davao. Naku ang Pinoy pa, kung ano yong bawal 'yon ang ginagawa. Maligayang Pasko po sa inyong lahat.

Merry Christmas

2007-12-23T20:36:00.000-08:00

Myspace Chistmas Comments & Graphics

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas... Buti pa kayo masaya ngayong pasko e ako medyo malungkot kasi zero ang lovelife ko. hahaha... But anyway, enjoy the holidays guys along with your family.

Youtube Sensation... Charice Pempengco

2007-12-20T19:08:00.001-08:00

Oh my gulay! I'm a big fan now of Charice Pempengco. After seeing those performances where she guested on Ellen DeGeneres Show and Star King it really made me shocked. I thought it's the end of her career where she was bested of Sam Concepcion during the finals of the "Little Big Star" singing competitions which was aired over ABS-CBN (Philippine Television Network). Unfortunately, she finished 3rd in the ranking and Sam was the the Grand Winner of a 1 million pesos.

But look at her now, she's conquering the world by her jaw-dropping voice and simplicity. She even recorded some songs to be released digitally for US and UK market through Ten Songs Productions based in Stockholm, Sweden. Wow, isn't it great!... She's totally amazing. This girl can go a long way.

Anyway, I'll keep you posted about her. I've heard she's going Korea to showcase her singing prowess again on Star King. And another rumor that she will be performing live for MTV Awards in Japan early next year. Goodluck Charice Pempengco! A new Born Diva.

2007-12-20T19:08:00.000-08:00

Charice Pempengco

2007-12-20T00:27:00.000-08:00

Hady Mirza

2007-12-16T23:24:00.001-08:00

It's Hady Mirza, 27 years old of Singapore Idol who won the first Asian Idol and bested the other idol contestants from Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, India and Vietnam held in Jakarta, Indonesia last night on December 16, 2007. I was wowed of his performances during the showdown competition night. But I was also disappointed of how Mau Marcelo's performance during the competition. The songs she sung was not really suit to her voice. She could have done better if she had chosen the right songs. But anyway, I would like to congratulate Hady Mirza in behalf of the Filipino people for winning the said event. Filipinos should be proud of Hady because during his Singapore Idol his vocal coach is a Filipina music teacher named Babes Conde.

Lupet!

2007-12-15T18:14:00.000-08:00

Masayang nagtapos ang 24th Sea Games na ginanap sa Thailand. Humakot ng pinaka-maraming medalya ang bansang host walang iba kundi ang Thailand. Unfortunately, our country finished in 6th place overall. Not bad, pero di tulad noon na marami tayong nasusungkit na medalya at tinanghal pa tayong overall champion. But the good news, ginawaran naman ng parangal ang kababayan natin na si Miguel Molina, 22 años, na sumingkit ng apat na ginto at tig-iisang silver and bronze bilang "Best Male Athlete" sa biennial Games.

Sa susunod na Sea Games 2009 ay gaganapin naman ito sa Vientani, Laos para sa 25th edition. Salamat Philippine team sa inyong ipinamalas na tapang sa larangan ng sports. Goodluck sa next Sea Games...

Corporal Punishment

2007-12-15T16:43:00.001-08:00

Have a blessed Sunday to all of you, Kabisyo! I wasn't able to attend a Sunday mass again. It's been a long time I haven't gone to Church. Well, the reason why is because of my job. Puyat ako lagi sa aking trabaho and also I don't have any day-off every Sunday. I'm a pure Catholic but sometimes naiisip ko ring magpalit ng religion. But I don't know... We'll talk about that later.

Anyway, mayroong bagong inihaing batas si Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago, ang Senate Bill 1947, na ipinagbabawal ang pananakit sa mga bata ng kanilang mga magulang. Tulad ng pamamalo, pangungurot at pamimingot ng tainga. Ilan lamang ito sa mga halimbawa na tinatawag na "corporal punishment. Likas na sa mga Pilipinong mga magulang to do such things to their children para maituwid ang pagkakamali. Corporal punishment refers to any punishment in which physical force is used and intended to cause some degree of pain or discomfort.

Kung maipapasa itong batas na ito ay dapat maging ma-ingat na ang mga magulang sa pagdidisiplina sa kanilang mga anak. May iba namang paraan ang pagdidisiplina sa mga bata na hindi hahantong sa ganitong sitwasyon.

LOBO

2007-12-15T01:15:00.000-08:00

Mga kabisyo, sa wakas malapit na ring maipapalabas ang kauna-unahang teleserye ni Angel Locsen mula ng siya ay lumipat sa Kapamilya Network. Kasama niya rito ang si Piolo Pascual bilang kanyang bagong leadingman. Malaking paghahanda ang ginawa ng ABS-CBN nito kaya naman ginastusan ng todo ang proyektong ito. Sa January 2008 na ito ipapalabas na may tema ng drama, action at pantasya.

Kinanta naman ni Martin Nievera ang OST ng seryeng ito. Minsan i-post ko rito ung MTV ng LOBO. Sa kasalukuyan, patuloy pa rin ang kanilang shooting sa seryeng ito. Coming soon..

ABS-CBN vs. AGB Nielsen Philippines

2007-12-14T00:12:00.000-08:00

Magandang araw sa inyo mga Kabisyo, saan man kayo naroroon ngayon. I have a bad news to tell you. Noong nakaraang biyernes mga kabisyo, ay nagsampa ng kaso ang media giant ABS-CBN laban sa AGB Nielsen Philippines sa pagpapalabas ng Nationwide TV Ratings. Na ayon sa ABS-CBN na may taong lumapit sa kanila at nagsasabing nagkaroon ng suhulan. Upang malaman ang eksaktong detalye click nyo lang itong link sa baba. Mga Kabisyo, di malayong totoo ito, sapagkat sa panahon ngayon ay marami tayong mga kababayan na nanganga-ilangan ng pera kung kaya ung ibang respondents ay tumatanggap ng suhol kapalit ang pagpanig sa kabilang estasyon. E kung sa eleksyon nga lang e nagkakaroon ng suhulan sa mga botante. Di mo rin naman minsan maiiwasan na may mga tao talagang gumagawa ng kabalbalan. Napakahalaga ang ratings sa mga media at lalo na sa mga malalaking TV Network sa ating bansa at kahit pa saang bansa. Gayundin naman sa mga Advertizers, dito nila binabase kung san nila ilalagay ang kanilang mga komersyal sa mga programang matataas ang rating. The more maraming komersyal, the more kikita ang estasyon. In short, kumikita ang mga media entities sa pamamagitan ng mga komersyal. Kaya ganun na lang ka-importante ang rating sa kanila. Sana naman Kabisyo, ay maging patas at malinis ang bawat na sinasagawang rating survey ng AGB Nielsen Philippines.
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/topofthehour.aspx?StoryId=102421

Perfect World

2007-12-10T20:13:00.000-08:00

Mga Kabisyo, ito na ang bagong offer naming online game ang Perfect World. So sa mga games fanatic d'yan, try this new game that we're offering to you. Only here at Zigzag Internetcafe, Tejero, Gen. Trias, Cavite. Have fun Kabisyo! Marami ng nababaliw sa larong ito kaya ano pang hinihintay nyo, makipila na!

Suko agad!

2007-12-10T19:23:00.000-08:00

Hello mga Kabisyo! Malapit na talaga ang Pasko. Pero mayroon akong ikukukwento sa inyo. Kasi nitong nakaraang linggo lang ay may dalawa akong sinanay para magtrabaho dito sa Internetcafe na pinapasukan ko ngayon. E ako kasi ang inatasan ng boss ko na i-train sila. I trained each of them for five days. After nung isa na ma-trained ko, inilipat na sya sa ibang branch. Pero itong huli kong sinanay ay medyo nahihirapan ako pero ganunpaman nagtyaga akong turuan siya para lang matuto. Eh ang sabi nya sa akin kelangan maipasa nya kasi nga magpapasko wala raw siyang pera. Ginawa ko naman ang lahat at nakita ko naman sa kanya na pursigido syang matuto.
Nung natapos na ang training nya sa akin, nagdesisyon ang boss ko na ilipat muna siya sa kabilang branch eh kasi magpapahinga muna ng tatlong araw ang nagbabantay dun. E nung nailipat na siya ok naman sa umpisa. Pero nung kinabukasan nagkaroon ng problema nawalan daw sya ng connection ayun pinuntahan ko sya sa kanyang pwesto at sa awa ng Diyos naayos din ang problema. Pangalawang araw nya dun, may problema ulit at di raw nya mabuksan ang server. eh di pumunta na naman ako at inaayos. Nung naayos na bumalik na ako sa pwesto ko kasi sayang naman alas nueve na at baka may customer na naghihintay.
Maya-maya nagchat sya sa akin na sabihin ko raw kay bossing agad na magreresign na sya at pabalikin na yong nagbabantay dun sa pwesto nya. Ang dahilan sa pag-alis nya nalilito daw sya sa ginagawa nya at nasaktan daw siya sa sinabi ni boss sa kanya. Pinagalitan sya ng boss ko dahil sa kapalpakan nya.
Ganun talaga ang buhay, sa'yo Jay, Goodluck! Ang maipapayo ko lang sa'yo, na sana huwag kang susuko agad sa hamon ng buhay. Ang tagumpay ay hindi yan nakukuha sa isang iglap lamang, pinaghihirapan yan.

Body Shapes

2007-12-06T03:17:00.000-08:00

Mula noong bata pa ako gustong-gusto ko na talagang tumaba. Ewan ko ba kahit anong kain ko di pa rin ako tumataba. Tsaka madali akong nabubusog kahit konti lang kinakain ko. Hindi naman siguro dahilan ang kahirapan e marami namang mahihirap d'yan na tabain. Panay din ang "pagbabawas" ko pag madami akong kinakain. Parang nanghihinayang ako kasi inilabas ko rin lahat ang mga kinain ko. :(( Alam nyo ba na may 3 klase ng hugis ng katawan. Una, ectomorphs- ito yong payatin; pangalawa, mesomorphs- ito naman yong maskulado at pang athletic ang dating at ang pangatlo, endomorphs - bilugin naman ang katawan. I certainly belong to number 1.

If you're looking to change the shape of your body the basic groundwork is the same. Kumain kayo ng sariwang pagkain, low fat at tsaka pampalusog na pagkain. Iwasan ang sobrang alak at pag-inom ng sobrang caffeine like yong kape, soda etc., at siyempre huwag kalilimutan ang tamang ehersisyo. Pero dapat sa pag-eehersisyo n'yo dapat sapat ang oras ng pagtulog nyo. ;)

Charice Pempengco

2007-12-05T23:19:00.000-08:00

Ang galing naman ni Charice doing duet with KyuHyun, one of the member of the boyband Super Junior. Ginanap ito sa Star King sa Korea. Proud ako sa narating ng batang ito. Pinamalas niya ang tunay na galing ng Pinoy sa larangan ng musika saan mang sulok ng mundo. I'm one of your fans when you were still a contestant during Little Big Star days which was aired over ABS-CBN and hosted by Sarah Geronimo.

Are you one of them?

2007-11-11T03:18:00.000-08:00

Just a few weeks ago we launched "Ragnarok Online" here in our Internet cafe. And it was like selling hotcakes on the first day for the spectators who love games online or even off-line. One thing I've noticed as the days gone bye most customers were already addicted to that game. I don't know exactly what it is in Ragnarok while other games don't have. Is it Ragnarok is more exciting than the other or what? Naku, diko talaga makuha. Lahat naman siguro ng games ay nakaka-excite.

Pero sa totoo lang, I really don't play any kind of pc games mapa-online pa man yan or off-line kahit pa sabihing dito ako nagtatrabaho sa isang internet shop. Maybe because employees here are not allowed to play any games.

Pero at least kahit papaano medyo aware ako sa mga ibang games like GTA, Warrock at Counter Strike. So far 'yan lang tatlong games na medyo familiar ako sa mga commands. Aside from that, other pc games like pin ball or solitaire ah ayan magaling ako d'yan. Dito sa shop namin, we have Dota, NBA, Ran Online, Battle Realms etc. Pero mas lamang ngayon ang Ragnarok kasi maraming naglalaro compared sa other games. Ewan ko langsa ibang internet shop. Kanya-kanya naman kasi ng hilig ang mga customer. Minsan depende rin sa mood nilakung anong gusto nilang lalaruin. Pangwakas kabisyo, we should know that games are just one way to to help us free from anxiety and stress. But let us not forget that we still have a lot of things to do. If you are a student, you should be responsible enough to prioritize your studies. Ika nga nila time management lang yan. Di ba Kabisyo?

Marco Polo Hotel

2007-11-11T01:17:00.001-08:00

Hello there Kabisyo! The picture in your right side is Marco Polo Hotel. So far it is the tallest structure being erected in the bustling City of Davao. Kaharap ng Marco Polo Hotel ay ang Ateneo De Davao University. Ang hotel na ito ang siyang tahanan ng mga local at foreign dignitaries kapag mayroon silang ginaganap na conferences sa Lungsod ng Davao.

Astig ang hotel na ito kasi may prayer room siya para sa mga kapatid nating Muslim. Hindi lang yan marami pa silang amenities na idinagdag.

Kaya naman mga kabisyo kung balak ninyong magbakasyon sa Davao and you want to stay in a hotel. Just try the hospitality and nice ambiance of Marco Polo Hotel. I'm sure hindi kayo magsisisi while you're having a vacation in my hometown. Pero kung gusto nyo naman na medyo murang hotel. Ay sus no problemo! Meron din namang mumurahing hotel that suits your taste. Basta ang importante nag-eenjoy kayo. Wag nyo ring kalimutang dalhan ng pasalubong ang mga kamag-anak nyo kapag bumalik na kayo sa inyong hometown. Madayaw Davao! Tara na!

Irresplaceable

2007-11-10T21:06:00.000-08:00

Kamakailan lamang ay nagkaroon ng concert ang sikat at seksing singer na si Beyonce Knowles dito sa ating bansa na ginanap sa The Fort, Taguig. Talagang sold-out ang lahat ng ticket nito. Pati na ang ating mga local celebrities ay nanood din. Tumagal ng halos dalawang oras ang konsyerto. But unfortunately, I'm one of those who haven't seen her performing live in front of Filipino audiences. Ang saya siguro kung andoon ako nung time na'yon. Eh ako pa, e idol ko to bukod sa magaling kumanta at sumayaw ay napakaseksi pa. Kung may pera lang sana ako naku kahit sa front row andun ako makikipaghiyawan at makiki-indak lalo na sa danceable hits ni Beyonce. Mantakin mo P20,000 ang VIP naku patay! Magkakasya na lang ako manood sa youtube kung mayroon mang mag-upload sa concert nya dito sa Pinas. Kasi ung iba namang concert nya abroad ay may video sa youtube.
Pero bago nagkaroon ng concert si Beyonce Knowles sa ating bansa ay mayroon ng nauna sa kanya. Ilan dito ay si Babyface at ang isa ko pang paborito singer ay walang iba kundi si Josh Groban. Ngayon namang darating na katapusan ng Nobyembre sa kasulukuyan ay may panibagong american singer na magtatanghal dito sa ating Lupang Hinirang. Ang nagpasikat sa kantang Smack That, Don't Matter at marami pang iba. Ang tinutukoy kong singer ay si AKON. Tama kayo kabisyo nahulaan nyo rin. Same as usual, I can't watch that concert dahil ala na naman akong pambili ng ticket. Hmmmp.. lagi na lang wala, wala, wala! Pero meron..meron...meron... akong work nun kaya bz ako.hahaha.. Bye for now Kabisyo.

My Beautiful Angel

2007-11-10T06:18:00.000-08:00

Hay! Napakaganda talaga ni Angel Locsin. Isa siya sa nagpapasaya sa akin tuwing nanonood ako ng Telebisyon. Kaya naman I'm very excited to watch her again for her upcoming soap opera called Lobo along with Piolo Pascual as her leading man. But unfortunately, there is no definite date when it's going to be shown. Talaga itong si Angel pinapasabik na naman ako. Kamakailan lang napanood ko siya sa Maala-ala Mo Kaya kung saan nakatambal naman niya doon si Sam Milby. Ang galing umakting ni Angel doon talagang dalang-dala nya ang karakter na ginagampanan niya. Kailan ko kaya siya makikita sa personal sana kahit ngayong Pasko kasi wala akong ka date?

Sana magpose ulit siya sa FHM magazine. Medyo matagal na rin kasi yong huling pose nya sa naturang magazine. Teka guys, sino naman kaya ang lalaking nagpapatibok sa puso ni Angel ngayon? Pwede ba ako na lang Angel? Hehehe...

Minsan nakikita ko s'ya sa Wowowee as guest co-host. Sana naman e maging regular na siya doon para araw-araw ko na siyang masisilayan. Ngiti mo pa lang Angel busog na ako. Love You Angel!