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Pinoy karters win Asian overall title in Macau
The PagCor Sports-RP Karting Team captured five of the 11 titles at stake as the Philippines emerged overall champion in the recent 2008 Macau International Kart Grand Prix, the 50th race of the Asian Karting Open Championship Series, at the Kartodromo de Coloane Circuit in Macau.
KC Concepcion at the Clinton Global Initiative Asia
On a cloudy day in Hong Kong, the inaugural Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Asia meeting opened with Asia’s best and brightest who were armed with conviction to commit their life’s work towards turning Asia’s future around. KC Concepcion, the World Food Programme’s (WFP) very own National Ambassador against Hunger represented WFP and her country, along with the Regional Director for Asia Anthony Banbury and the newest National Ambassador against Hunger from Korea, Jang Dong Kun.
'Ploning' director wins Asian Festival award
"Ploning", the independent movie starring Judy Ann Santos, continues to reap accolades after its director, Dante Nico Garcia, won an award in the annual Asian Festival of 1st Films Wednesday.
Manny Pacquiao Knocks Out Oscar Dela Hoya
LAS VEGAS – Round-by-round coverage of pound-for-pound kingpin Manny Pacquiao’s welterweight victory over Oscar De La Hoya. Pacquiao won via TKO when De La Hoya couldn’t answer the bell for the ninth round.
Charice Shines at Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in New York
International young diva Charice once again made her country proud as she performed for Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in New York City on Thursday, November 27.
Manny Pacquiao's Greatest Hits
HBO aired a boxing special featuring our Pambansang Kamao Manny Pacquio. This is a preview for the highly anticipated match of Golden Boy Oscar dela Hoya and the Pound for Pound King Manny Pacquiao on December 6, 2008 (December 7 in Manila). The is called Manny Pacquiao's Greatest Hits:
Charice Wows Good Morning America
Philippine international singing sensation Charice wowed the audience of America's top-rating morning show "Good Morning America."
Miss Philippines Karla Paula Henry is Miss Earth 2008
A total package of beauty, brains and genuine concern for the environment, Karla Paula Henry won the first Miss Earth crown for the Philippines.
Jess Espanola is the First Pinoy to Win an Emmy Award
Jess Espanola, a Filipino American animator, recently won the 2008 Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program by the Academy of Television, Arts and Sciences for his work on “The Simpsons- Eternal Moonshine of the Simpson Mind.”
Charice Performs at Macy's 150th Anniversary
Charice Pempengco sang "All By Myself" at Macy's 150th Year Anniversary at Gotham Hall, New York.
Charice Performs at Carousel of Hope Charity Event
International young diva Charice once again shone and received a standing ovation from an American audience as she recently performed for the Carousel of Hope gala at Beverly Hilton Hotel, in Los Angeles, California.
Charice Pempengco Featured on David Foster's Album 'Hit Man'
Our very own Charice Pempengco has a track included in the upcoming album "Hit Man: David Foster and Friends" coming out in November 11, 2008 worldwide.
Henry Sy is the Richest Man in the Philippines According to Forbes
According to Forbes Magazine, supermall mogul Henry Sy is the wealthiest man in the Philippines.
5 Pinoy Artists Win Golden Elephant Awards in Bangkok
Claire dela Fuente, Gary V., Dolphy, Mark Bautista and Sheryn Regis are winners in the Golden Elephant Awards happening on December 5 to 8, 2008 in Thailand.
Charice Pempengco Meets Mariah Carey
World's Most Talented Girl, Charice, had another dream-come-true moment when she met the multi-platinum diva Mariah Carey.
Dolphy, Claire dela Fuente Hall of Fame Awardee at Golden Elephant Awards in Bangkok
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Our very own Claire dela Fuente and Dolphy are recipients of Hall of Fame Awards, female and male category respectively, at the Golden Elephant Awards in Bankok.
'100,' 'Andong' win in 13th Pusan International Film Festival
2008 Cinemalaya entries "100" and "Andong" brought home awards from the 13th Pusan International Film Festival.
Fil-Am Actor Alec Mapa to Receive Role Model Award
The Filipino American Library will bestow the Role Model Award on Fil-Am actor Alec Mapa at this year’s Gala & Spirit Awards on Saturday, October 11. Departing from its usual “home” at the Biltmore Hotel, FAL will present its first concert, “Jazzmopolitan: A Celebration of Music” at the Aratani Theatre of the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center in Little Tokyo.
Noel Cruz Hits the Net for Making Angelina Jolie Dolls
A Filipino painter is now becoming immensely popular for making celebrity look-alike dolls and selling them on Ebay.
UP Singing Ambassadors take home 12 awards from Europe
The UP Singing Ambassadors brought home 12 trophies from various chorale competition in 5 countries like Poland, France, Hungary, Switzerland and Belgium.For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV
Pinoy Power Wins Flippest Blog Award
In the recently concluded Philippine Blog Awards 2008, Pinoy Power received a special recognition called the "Flippest Blog Award" from one of the sponsors "Flippish.com."
'Himala' is One of the Best Asian Films of All Time
CNN has compiled a list of the Best Asian Films of All Time and the Nora Aunor starrer "Himala" is included.
Pinoy Power is Finalist in the 2008 Philippine Blog Awards
Pinoy Power has been recognized as among the 5 finalists in the Best Blog - Culture and the Arts Category of the 2008 Philippine Blog Awards. The Official website of Philippine Blog Awards describes this category as:
"a blog that focuses on the different forms of art whether they be literary, visual, performance and musical art. The posts found in this blog could be a feature of a play; a post reporting on a cultural event, a review of a book or a critique of a play."
Also nominated for Best Blog-Culture and Arts are Dalityapi Unpoemed, Gibbs Cadiz, pamatay homesick and Perlas Design Studio.
The awards night will be held at One Esplanade near SM Mall of Asia on September 21, 2008.
Cory the Musical
"Cory the Musical" presents the life story of former President Corazon C. Aquino to premiere at the Meralco Theater this October.
100 Most Beautiful Pinays of 2008
Our sister site, Starmometer.com, has released the result of its exclusive poll for the ranking of 100 Most Beautiful Pinays of 2008. The final tally of this year's Most Beautiful Pinays was featured in TV Patrol World. Check out the hits and misses this year...
Boracay, Palawan among Asia's top vacation spots: poll
Travelers from all over the region have chosen Boracay Island and Palawan province in the Philippines as two of the best holiday destinations in Asia this year, according to a Web poll by online travel magazine Smart Travel Asia.
Charice performs duet with Celine Dion at Madison Square Garden
The country's pride, Charice again proved that dreams do come true after she performed a duet with one of her favorite international stars -- Celine Dion, September 15, Tuesday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
'Melancholia' by Lav Diaz Wins Orizzonti grand prize in Venice IFF
Lav Diaz's eight-hour film Melancholia was the unanimous choice of a five-man jury of the 65th Venice International Film Fest. Last September 6, the Orizzonti prize for Best Feature Film was given to the Filipino filmmaker-making this his second prize from the VIFF.
Charice on the whole Episode of Oprah
Tuesday's episode of the Oprah Winfrey Show is dedicated to our very own singing sensation, Charice.
Pinoy Students win 'High School Musical' dance contest in HK
An all-girl team from a Quezon City high school bagged the grand prize at the Disney Channel inter-school dance competition in Hong Kong last Saturday.The Holy Spirit School team of Jessica Meñez, Czarina Jose, Krizia Duka, Lyza Torsiende and Julia Mella are all part of the dance group "Janssen Knights" that bested other entries in the “High School Musical: My School Rocks!” competition.
President GMA No. 41 in World's Most Powerful Women
Our president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is ranked no. 41 in Forbes' 100 Most Powerful Women in the World list for 2008.
Bustamante tops NYC Billiards Championship
For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV
Dingdong Dantes is One of E! Channel's 25 Sexiest Men in the World
Our very own Dingdong Dantes was chosen by Hollywood Entertainment Channel E! as one of the 25 Sexiest Men in the World!
Pinay Figure Skater Takes Home 24 Medals from US
13-year-old Isay dela Fuente brought honor to the country after winning 12 gold, 7 silver, 2 bronze medals and 4 trophies United States Figure Skating Association in Colorado, USA.Isay became the first Filipina to be accredited by the USFSA. She is now eyeing to bring home the country's first medal in the Winter Olympics. She is now preparing for the 2010 Winter Olympics to be held in Canada.
Top 50 Pinoy Blogs for August 2008
Here are the Top 50 Pinoy Blogs based on Alexa Ranking as compiled by James of Pinoy Money Talk.
Team Philippines at the Olympics Through the Years
The Philippines first participated at the Olympic Games in 1924. The nation has competed at every Summer Olympics since then, except in 1980 when they join the American-led boycott of the games. Find out our Pinoy Olympians through the years and who are the 9 Filipinos in history to win an Olympic medal.
9 Year Old Pinay Wins Kids World Golf Championships
Mia Legaspi of the Philippines shot a final round one-under-par 35 on Sunday to win the girls’ 9-under division of the United States Kids World Championships at the Longleaf Golf Club in Pinehurst, North Carolina.Legaspi, a fourth-grader at St. Paul’s College in Pasig City, rebounded from a lethargic second round 39 to total a level 108 and posted a two-stroke victory over American Haley Moore.
RP bets win silver medal in Primary Math Olympiad
Although the Philippines did not won any medals in the Beijing Olympics, our bets in the Primary Math Olympiad which was also held in China were able to grab silver and bronze medal and one of them was hailed over-all second placer.For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV
Philippine All Stars Wins World Hip Hop Championships 2008
The Philippine All Stars brought honor to the country once again after winning gold in the recently concluded World Hip Hop Championships 2008 which was held Sunday night in Las Vegas, USA.Watch the complete (AMAZING!!!) routine after the jump...
Filipina singer Catherine Loria wins in WCOPA 2008
Vocalists from the Philippines and Jamaica were awarded top honors in the 2008 World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) or the Hollywood Olympics' grand finals night held at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel on Friday, July 25. Junior contestant Catherine Loria from the Philippines and senior contestant Andrew Clarke from Jamaica were proclaimed Grand Champion Performers of the World.
Charlie Green Performs on Wowowee
Charlie Green sang "Smile" by Nat King Cole on Wowowee.
Top 50 Pinoy Blogs for July 2008
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Catherine Loria - Stand Up for Love - WCOPA 2008
Another pinoy singing sensation in the making!!!
Catherine Loria - I Believe I Can Fly - WCOPA 2008
Catherine singing one of her contest pieces for WCOPA 2008. Catherine made it to the finals of Junior Solo Vocalist category.
Marielle Corpuz - What Kind of Fool Am I - WCOPA 2008
Marielle singing one of her contest pieces in WCOPA 2008:
Marielle Corpuz - The Last Bet of the Philippines in WCOPA Senior Category
Marielle Corpuz is the only senior delegate of the Philippines remaining in the competition in the ongoing World Championships of the Performing Arts. Check out her video singing "Natural Woman":
Charice Wows Italians in Andrea Bocelli's Birthday Concert
After charming American and British audiences, the country’s pride Charice once again has made the country proud as she dazzled the crowd at the birthday concert of Italian operatic pop tenor Andrea Bocelli last Sunday, July 20 in Italy.
Rocky Salumbides is First Ford Model
Humble and down-to-earth, Filipino male model Rocky Salumbides is now one of the most in demand male models in Italy and the first Pinoy to be a contract model of Ford Agency in New York.
Four RP wonders still in top 10 web campaign as Pinoy votes continue
Pinoys in Belgium are overwhelmed that four of the most beautiful places in the Philippines are still in the top 10 of the 77 nominees vying to be included in the New 7 Wonders of Nature.Virginia Vagila, an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) said being in the top 10 will definitely help the Philippines' tourism industry.
Las Piñas Boys Choir wins 2 golds in 5th World Choir Games in Austria
Another superb performance by the Las Piñas Boys Choir (LPBC) in the ongoing 5th World Choir Games in Garz, Austria allowed the group to bag two gold medals in two categories: the Musica Sacra (Music of the Religion) and Children’s Choir."The opening song of the Las Piñas Boys Choir was so inspiring and breathtaking," said Fr. Didoy Molina in the LPBC's daily blog. "I can even feel the crowd holding their breath after the song. And then Armando (the conductor) proceeded to lead the boys in their next repertoire, and song after song, the silence of the crowd was deafening if not eerie, a reaction and attention I believe given only now among the competing choirs."
Paeng Nepomuceno Gets 3rd Guiness World Record
Paeng Nepomuceno made it to The Guiness Book of World Records for the third time - the record for the bowler with most titles.Paeng won 118 titles on his 36 years of bowling career.
His first Guiness Record was for being the Youngest World Cup champion when he was 19 years old. His second Guiness Record was for being the bowler with most number of World Cup wins, a total of four. No one was able to beat these records until now.
51-year-old Paeng is dubbed as the "Greatest Bowler of All Time."
Cue Master Dennis 'Robocop' Orcullo arrives $40,000 richer
Filipino cue master Dennis "Robocop" Orcollo arrived in Manila at dawn Monday, $40,000 richer and fresh from his championship win in the Qatar 9-Ball Invitational Championship over the weekend.
Pinoys top foreigners in 16 countries
Filipinos are slowly conquering various countries through sheer numbers.A recently-released report by the World Bank identified Filipinos as among the top 10 foreigners in 16 big and small countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America.
Pupil wins Best Music Video award in New York City
An animated music video featuring Filipino band Pupil won gold and was hailed as the Best Music Video in 2008 Promax/BDA Awards held in New York City.In the music video, Pupil performed Animax Asia’s theme song, "Set Me Apart," which celebrate youth and individuality.
'Zsazsa Zaturnnah' wins ‘funny’ award at int'l fest
"Zsazsa Zaturnnah Ze Moveeh" won a very delightfully named award from an international gay and lesbian film festival.One of the four entries na inilaban ng Regal in the 32nd Metro Manila Film Festival noong 2006 (the other three being Shake, Rattle & Roll 8, Mano Po 5 Gua Ai Di, and Super Noypi), delayed ang naging recognition for the movie adaptation of the Carlo Vergara comic characters in terms of awards.
Meet The New Best Boxer Alive — Manny Pacquiao
Judging by the fact that ESPN.com put a story up on Manny Pacquiao’s title-winning fight Saturday night on its main page, plus other measures, the new pound-for-pound best fighter on the planet is crossing over to the squares who don’t follow boxing. Squares: Consider this your comprehensive introduction to one of the most exciting, accomplished fighters of his time, who has personality in spades — is there any athlete anywhere ever who has recorded a hit record, ran for political office and gotten his own stamp? Get acquainted with Pacquiao, the boxer, and Pacquiao, the man…
Manny Pacquiao: An Asian Phenomenon
When Filipino ring idol and certified national treasure Manny Pacquiao brutalized a courageous David Diaz to win the World Boxing Council lightweight title with a spectacular ninth round knockout in Las Vegas on Saturday (Sunday in Manila) and fulfilled his quest for world titles in four separate weight divisions, he emerged not merely as an extraordinary Filipino but an Asian phenomenon.
Pacquiao Knock Outs Diaz, Bags 4th World Title
Once the left hook landed, Manny Pacquiao knew David Diaz was out.
True enough, referee Vic Drakulich didn’t bother to count as Diaz fell to the canvas face first with 2:24 gone in the ninth round, handing Pacquiao the World Boxing Council lightweight crown on Saturday night (Sunday morning in Manila) and making him the first Asian to win major titles in four weights.
Top 50 Pinoy Blogs Based on Alexa Rank (June 2008)
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Fil-ams Celebrate 102 Years of Filipino Migration to US
It was the biggest Fil-Am gathering this year – over 1,200 guests from all over the American national capital region – celebrating 102 years of Filipino migration to the United States. It was held amid a backdrop of continuing challenges for the growing Pinoy community here on the eve of President Arroyo’s third visit to the US.
Every June for the past three years, the Migrant Heritage Commission (MHC) has spearheaded the "People’s Ball" – a commemoration of Filipino migration to the US. This year’s event was held at the Marriott Wardman Hotel in Washington DC.
Filipino Rodell Rosel Won in Jose Iturbi International Music Competition
A Filipino has given our country another pride. Rodell Rosel has won the People’s Choice award for vocalist in the Jose Iturbi International Music Competition for classical pianists and vocalists. The competition was held in Los Angeles, USA.
Renaldo Lapuz Sings US National Anthem at Pro Baseball Game in Texas
Our very own Renaldo Lapuz (or Reynaldo) from American Idol sang the US national anthem at a professional baseball game in Texas.
Fil-Swiss Marlon Stockinger Shines in Formula Race in Malaysia
17-year-old Half-Filipino Half-Swiss Marlon Stockinger is a car racing international champion from his 2nd stint in a motorsport car racing competition in Malaysia representing the Philippines.
4 RP Tourist Spots Vying in the 7 Wonders of Nature Poll
Palawan's Underground River and Bicol's Mayon Volcano are now in the Top 10 list in the worldwide search for the new "Seven Wonders of Nature".In the beginning of the poll, only 2 sites from the Philippines are contending in the Top 10 namely the Tubbataha Reef in Palawan and the Chocolate Hills in Bohol. Other Philippine tourist spots were outside the Top 77 at that time.
Now, four of them have made it to the Top 10 list as the coclusion of the worldwide search for the “Seven Wonders of Nature” are getting nigh.
PEP Lists Filipino Youtube Wonders
Pinoy Entertainment Portal has made a list of pinoys who put the Philippines in the world map of arts and entertainment via the video sharing site on the internet - Youtube!Here's the list:
Arnel Pineda's Journey. Arnel Pineda has been writing and singing songs for 25 years now, gaining recognition here in the Philippines and around Asia. It was Arnel's latest band The Zoo, however, that caught the eyes and ears of Neal Schon, who happened to be watching clips on YouTube of Arnel singing cover songs from Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Kenny Loggins, and of course, the 80's legendary rock band Journey.
Arnel's longtime fan, Noel Gomez, was responsible for uploading the clips and last June 28, 2007, Neal contacted Noel to ask how he could contact Arnel.
For Arnel, this was the beginning of a bigger opportunity.
It wasn't a cakewalk for Arnel in the first few days of his arrival in the U.S. to audition for a part in Journey. But on December 5, 2007, he was formally announced as Journey's frontman and CNN covered the story as part of their "News to Me" segment.
Journey introduced its new lead singer in February 2008 at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile. The Chilean media gave positive reviews on Arnel's performance, and Journey's keyboardist Jonathan Cain described him as "a winner; a clutch player."
U.S. magazine GQ recently featured Arnel in one of its articles.
Journey's Album Debuts at No. 5 on Billboard Charts
You can now order Journey's "Revelation" album via Amazon. Simply click on the image below:
ABS-CBN Launches 'Bayan ni Juan' Campaign
A simple celebration with less fortunate Filipinos in the country is what ABS-CBN did and will continue to do until the end of this year in celebration of its 55th year anniversary through "Bayanijuan."
GMA bags 11 awards in US Int'l Film and Video Festival 2008
GMA Network garnered seven major awards and 4 minor awards in the prestigious US International Film and Video Festival (USIFVF) during the awarding ceremony held in Hollywood, California over the weekend.
Pinoys win Int'l Environmental Projects Award
For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV
Fil-Am Molina breaks 3 RP swimming records
Filipino-American swimmer Miguel Molina shattered three Philippine records at the Janet Evans International Invitational that took place from June 6 to 8 at the University of California in the US.The tournament showed that Molina is peaking at the right time for his Beijing Olympics campaign, according Mark Joseph, president of the Philippine Amateur Swimming Association (PASA).
Madonna Decena - Britain's Got Talent Semi-finals
Our very own Madonna Decena Performed Whitney Houston's "The Greatest Love of All" on Britain's Got Talent Semi-finals.
Pinoy Idol Top 10 Girls - Performances
Jeni Rawolle - Lean on Me:
Pinoy Idol Top 10 Boys Performances
Warren Antig - Open Arms:
RP artwork wins at IOC sport and art contest
For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV
Pinay Postmaster holds world record for women's masters powerlifting
A Filipino lady powerlifter snatched four gold medals at the 2008 Asian Powerlifting Championships held in Uzbekistan, radio dzBB reported Wednesday.Erlina "Lily" Pecante, the postmaster of Pasig Central Post Office, also broke the Asian Masters Record in benchpress by lifting 125 kilograms or 275 pounds.
Pecante, 43, was among 12 Filipino powerlifters who competed in the event organized by the Asian Powerlifting Federation.
Charice Performs with US Stars in Las Vegas
Our very own Charice hits global headlines once again as she got two standing ovations for her performance with musician-record producer David Foster for a benefit concert in Las Vegas.
Piolo Pascual Invited to the 6th Paris Cinema Internationa Filmfest
Piolo Pascual will grace the Festival Paris Cinema 2008 (Sixth Edition) as the first Filipino artist specially invited to the event which is honoring the Philippines this year.
Yam Laranas' 'The Echo' Receives 1st Rave Review
"...the mood and tone were really good, there were a few really shocking moments, and making Jesse (Bradford) an ex-con really added a new layer to it..." this is what Todd Brown has to say about the Filipino-helmed horror artfilm 'The Echo.' The Yam Laranas-directed movie is currently in Cannes 2008 Film Market making it the 3rd movie by a Filipino in the most prestigious film festival in the world. 
ABS-CBN Soaps Conquer Africa
ABS-CBN's drama series like The Promise (Pangako Sa Yo), Timeless (Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas) and The Long Wait (Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay) are all blockbuster hits in Africa.
Honore Featuring Jasmine Trias - Pinoy Love
Honore is a Filipino-American recording artist. His unique sound is a cross between r&b and neo soul, with a commercial pop feel. Hailing from ethnic descents of Creole (African American & French), and Filipino, Honore' reflects the same diversity in his universal style.Check out his music video "Pinoy Love" featuring American Idol Season 3 3rd placer Jasmine Trias.
Angelo Ortiz - World Champion Pianist
A gifted child, Angelo Ortiz started playing the piano at the age of 7, and his brilliant music and talent has brought him to becomethe World Champion pianist at the World Championship of the Performing Arts in Hollywood on 2006.
Philippine All Stars Perform on Sharon
The hip hop dance troupe called "Philippine All Stars" have won Gold in the 2nd Hip Hop Open in Italy and First Place in the World Hip Hop Championships in the USA.
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