The Ateneo Blue Eagles (ADMU) bagged the UAAP men’s basketball championship for the fourth consecutive year after beating Far Eastern University (FEU) in the UAAP Season 74 Finals.
Anne Curtis is Smoking a Cigarette on the Cover of Rogue Magazine
Anne Curtis became the second celebrity this month to cover a magazine holding a cigarette.
Manny Pacquiao Covers Esquire Philippines' Maiden Issue
Manny Pacquiao is on the cover of Esquire Philippines' premiere issue.
Esquire Philippines reveals a different side of world boxing champ Manny Pacquiao.
Esquire Philippines reveals a different side of world boxing champ Manny Pacquiao.
Philippine Azkals vs Hong Kong - 2011 Long Teng Cup
Philippine Azkals vs Hong Kong game result: 3-3.
Bagyong Quiel PAGASA Update - September 30, 11 a.m.
Bagyong Quiel was last spotted 640km east of Tuguegarao City and it is expected to make landfall in Cagayan Valley by Saturday according to the latest weather update of Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration or PAG-ASA.
Bagyong Quiel is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 640 kms East of Tuguegarao City (17.4°N, 128.5°E) with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 170 kph and is moving West at 22 kph.
PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds):
Cagayan
Isabela
Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds):
Calayan Group of Islands
Babuyan Group of Islands
Apayao
Kalinga
Mt. Province
Ifugao
Nueva Vizcaya
Pangasinan
Benguet
La Union
Ilocos Sur
Ilocos Norte
Abra
3-DAY WEATHER FORECAST
Saturday morning: 190 km East Southeast of Aparri, Cagayan or 160 km East of Tuguegarao City
Sunday morning: 360 km West of Tuguegarao City
Monday morning: 870 km West of Tuguegarao City
Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under Public Storm Warning Signals are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas are alerted against big waves or storm surges generated by this tropical cyclone.
Bagyong "Quiel" is expected to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring scattered to widespread rains over Southern Luzon and Western Visayas.
Source: PAGASA
Cross-published in Starmometer
Bagyong Quiel is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 640 kms East of Tuguegarao City (17.4°N, 128.5°E) with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 170 kph and is moving West at 22 kph.
PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds):
Cagayan
Isabela
Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds):
Calayan Group of Islands
Babuyan Group of Islands
Apayao
Kalinga
Mt. Province
Ifugao
Nueva Vizcaya
Pangasinan
Benguet
La Union
Ilocos Sur
Ilocos Norte
Abra
3-DAY WEATHER FORECAST
Saturday morning: 190 km East Southeast of Aparri, Cagayan or 160 km East of Tuguegarao City
Sunday morning: 360 km West of Tuguegarao City
Monday morning: 870 km West of Tuguegarao City
Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under Public Storm Warning Signals are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas are alerted against big waves or storm surges generated by this tropical cyclone.
Bagyong "Quiel" is expected to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring scattered to widespread rains over Southern Luzon and Western Visayas.
Source: PAGASA
Cross-published in Starmometer
14 Year Old Pinay Ellona Santiago Gets a Nod from Simon Cowell
Filipinos once again shone in the international scene after 14 year old Pinay Ellona Santiago impressed the judges of newly launched first US season of “The X Factor” including the terror judge Simon Cowell.
Tropical Storm Quiel - PAGASA Weather Update September 29, 2011
Tropical storm QUIEL is already in the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and has slightly intensified as it continues to move westward at around 11 a.m. of September 29 (Thursday) according to the latest bulletin from Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Department of Tourism Releases New Music Video 'Pilipinas, Tara Na!'
The Department of Tourism (DOT) recently launched the song “Pilipinas, Tara Na!” and music video featuring the country’s numerous tourist attractions, recorded by 57 of the country’s leading musical artists and entertainment personalities.
The success and popularity achieved by the DOT’s Biyahe Tayo! song and music video composed in 2004 prompted Perceptions, the team behind it, to do an updated and expanded version of the song for the Department’s domestic tourism advocacy program, Pilipinas, Tara Na!
“[W]e salute all the participating artists who have contributed their time and talents for free, to make a pitch for domestic tourism,” said tourism Secretary Alberto Lim. “We acknowledge the creative efforts of Perceptions, Inc. for enriching the lyrics of these new versions. Again, this initiative is an example of partnerships with stakeholders to create awareness and pride and to stimulate positive action for the sustainable development of our country’s patrimony and rich heritage.”
“Any impetus in local tourism can impact more quickly and extensively towards the growth of the economy and the improvement in incomes and standard of living of all Filipinos who are already employed or will be employed in the travel and hospitality business,” he added.
Lim also expressed appreciation to Smart Communications, Inc., which forged a marketing partnership with the DOT in support of its domestic tourism advocacy program through advertising and underwriting the production cost of the music video.
“Smart Communications has had a strong partnership with the DOT and we are happy to have done our part in the creation of the Pilipinas, Tara Na! songs and video. The awe-inspiring result of this collaborative effort between government, local companies and artists brings to fore the importance of the role that we all can play in helping our country,” said Orlando Vea, president, Smart Communications, Inc.
“We all had a great and personally fulfilling time in creating the new music videos as we did in doing the first one. We were happy about how the first one not only made Filipinos aware and appreciate their own local tourist attractions, but inspired in them a renewed sense of pride in the beauty, history, and culture of our country and in the world-class accomplishments of our countrymen,” said Rene Nieva, chairman and CEO, Perceptions Inc.
The artists who participated in this project are 6Cyclemind, Aiza Seguerra, Barbie Almalbis, Bayang Barrios, Billy Crawford, Bituin Escalante, Boboy Garovillo, Christian Bautista, Cookie Chua, Dolphy, Ebe Dancel, Gabby Alipe, Gail Blanco, Gloc-9, Itchyworms, Janno Gibbs, Jaya, Jay-R, Jed Madela, Jett Pangan, Jim Paredes, John Lesaca, Jong Cuenco, Karylle, Kevin Roy, Kitchie Nadal, Kris Lawrence, Kyla, Martin Nievera, Mike Villegas, Nikki Gil, Noel Cabangon, Ogie Alcasid, Pepe Smith, Raimund Marasigan, Regine Velasquez, Rico J. Puno, Rivermaya, Sam Concepcion, Spongecola, Yeng Constantino, and Zsa Zsa Padilla.
The public will have the chance to view and listen to the first “Pilipinas, Tara Na!” song and the second and third one once they are done by visiting the Pilipinas, Tara Na Facebook fanpage.
(Department of Tourism Press Release)
The success and popularity achieved by the DOT’s Biyahe Tayo! song and music video composed in 2004 prompted Perceptions, the team behind it, to do an updated and expanded version of the song for the Department’s domestic tourism advocacy program, Pilipinas, Tara Na!
“[W]e salute all the participating artists who have contributed their time and talents for free, to make a pitch for domestic tourism,” said tourism Secretary Alberto Lim. “We acknowledge the creative efforts of Perceptions, Inc. for enriching the lyrics of these new versions. Again, this initiative is an example of partnerships with stakeholders to create awareness and pride and to stimulate positive action for the sustainable development of our country’s patrimony and rich heritage.”
“Any impetus in local tourism can impact more quickly and extensively towards the growth of the economy and the improvement in incomes and standard of living of all Filipinos who are already employed or will be employed in the travel and hospitality business,” he added.
Lim also expressed appreciation to Smart Communications, Inc., which forged a marketing partnership with the DOT in support of its domestic tourism advocacy program through advertising and underwriting the production cost of the music video.
“Smart Communications has had a strong partnership with the DOT and we are happy to have done our part in the creation of the Pilipinas, Tara Na! songs and video. The awe-inspiring result of this collaborative effort between government, local companies and artists brings to fore the importance of the role that we all can play in helping our country,” said Orlando Vea, president, Smart Communications, Inc.
“We all had a great and personally fulfilling time in creating the new music videos as we did in doing the first one. We were happy about how the first one not only made Filipinos aware and appreciate their own local tourist attractions, but inspired in them a renewed sense of pride in the beauty, history, and culture of our country and in the world-class accomplishments of our countrymen,” said Rene Nieva, chairman and CEO, Perceptions Inc.
The artists who participated in this project are 6Cyclemind, Aiza Seguerra, Barbie Almalbis, Bayang Barrios, Billy Crawford, Bituin Escalante, Boboy Garovillo, Christian Bautista, Cookie Chua, Dolphy, Ebe Dancel, Gabby Alipe, Gail Blanco, Gloc-9, Itchyworms, Janno Gibbs, Jaya, Jay-R, Jed Madela, Jett Pangan, Jim Paredes, John Lesaca, Jong Cuenco, Karylle, Kevin Roy, Kitchie Nadal, Kris Lawrence, Kyla, Martin Nievera, Mike Villegas, Nikki Gil, Noel Cabangon, Ogie Alcasid, Pepe Smith, Raimund Marasigan, Regine Velasquez, Rico J. Puno, Rivermaya, Sam Concepcion, Spongecola, Yeng Constantino, and Zsa Zsa Padilla.
The public will have the chance to view and listen to the first “Pilipinas, Tara Na!” song and the second and third one once they are done by visiting the Pilipinas, Tara Na Facebook fanpage.
(Department of Tourism Press Release)
Philippine Volcanoes Explode at Asian Men's Rugby 7's, Bag Silver
The Philippine Volcanoes national rugby team made it to the finals of the 2011 Asian Men's Rugby Championships.
FIBA Asia 2011 Results: Smart Gilas Pilipinas Loses Bronze to Korea
FIBA Asia 2011 bronze medal went to Korea, Smart Gilas Pilipinas settled for 4th.
Kiefer Ravena is UAAP Season 74 Rookie of the Year
Kiefer Ravena is UAAP Season 74's run away winner of Rookie of the Year.
Smart Gilas Pilipinas Bows to Jordan, Battles Korea for 3rd
Smart Gilas Pilipinas vs Jordan Game Result: 61-75.Smart Gilas Pilipinas lost to Jordan on Saturday, September24, during the semifinals of 2011 FIBA Asia championship held in Wuhan, China.
Smart Gilas Pilipinas vs Chinese Taipei Game Result: 95-78
Smart Gilas Pilipinas stunned Chinese Taipei on Friday, 95-78.
Antoinette Taus is a Member of NBC's 'The Sing Off' Group Kinfolk9
Former Kapuso teen star Antoinette Taus (T.G.I.S., Anna Karenina) is taking a little Hollywood splash as she is part of the a capella group Kinfolk9 which is currently competing in NBC's singing competition "The Sing Off."
Busong Wins FIPRESCI Prize in Kazakhstan Filmfest
The Cinemalaya entry "Busong" bagged the FIPRESCI (International Federation of Film Critics) Prize at the 7th Eurasia International Film Festival held in Kazakhstan.
GMA Pinoy TV earned two awards in the 2011 Excellence in Multicultural Marketing Awards
GMA Network's flagship international channel GMA Pinoy TV continues to uphold excellence in marketing the Kapuso brand, and this is again proven by two valuable awards from the 2011 Excellence in Multicultural Marketing Awards (EMMA) of the National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC).
Smart Gilas Pilipinas Stuns Syria, 75-52
Smart Gilas Pilipinas outpowered the team from Syria, 75-52, in the second round of the 26th FIBA Asia basketball championship in Wuhan, China on Wednesday, September 21, 2011.Thia Megia on Being Compared with Charice: 'We're Two Different Artists'
Thia Megia, the Filipino-American finalist from American Idol season 10, is currently in Manila for the American Idol Live Tour 2-night concert at Smart Araneta, together with 10 other finalists from the show including winner Scotty McCreery.
Anti-Planking Act of 2011 by QC Rep. Winnie Castelo Receives Flak from Netizens
The Anti-Planking Act of 2011 which was filed to Congress by QC representative Winnie Castelo has been receiving lots of flak on social networking sites.
Smart Gilas Pilipinas Triumphs Against Japan
Smart Gilas Pilipinas won over Japan on Tuesday, September 20, with a score of 83-76 to mark their second victory in round 2 of the 2011 FIBA Asia championship which is being held in Wuhan, China.
SM Pampanga Shooting Incident Update: 13-Year-Old Boy Declared 'Brain Dead'
SM Pampanga Shooting Incident Update: 13-year-old boy who shot his alleged 16-year-old boyfriend and himself declared "brain dead."
Thia Megia and Maria Aragon to Sing Anthems in Pacquiao-Marquez Bout
Thia Megia, American Idol season 10 finalist, and YouTube sensation from Canada Maria Aragon, were both chosen to sing in Manny Pacquiao’s fight against Juan Miguel Marquez on November 12 in Las Vegas.
'Patrol ng Pilipino' Probes Oversupply of Pinoy Nurses
The country is experiencing a surplus of nurses with around 200,000 registered nurses currently unemployed, with some of them even offering free services or even paying to undergo so-called training.
The glut in nurses came as a result of a strong demand for nurses and the proliferation of nursing schools around the country in the past ten years. Filipinos were attracted by the prospects of a better and more comfortable living, which to many, could only be achieved by working overseas.
In "Patrol ng Pilipino" tomorrow (Sep 20), Jasmin Romero reports on the high-risk working conditions that volunteer nurses face while working without benefits or hazard pay. Earlier this year, the plight of volunteer Filipino nurses has been discussed in the Senate. But up to now, nothing concrete has been made to resolve the issue.
Meanwhile, Jeff Canoy travels to Japan for the Tokyo Game Show 2011, where many international video game developers show off their upcoming games and soon-to-be newest craze in game-related hardware. Watch these stories tomorrow (September 20) in “Patrol ng Pilipino,” Tuesday night after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN or earlier on DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable channel 26) at 9:15 pm.
The glut in nurses came as a result of a strong demand for nurses and the proliferation of nursing schools around the country in the past ten years. Filipinos were attracted by the prospects of a better and more comfortable living, which to many, could only be achieved by working overseas.
In "Patrol ng Pilipino" tomorrow (Sep 20), Jasmin Romero reports on the high-risk working conditions that volunteer nurses face while working without benefits or hazard pay. Earlier this year, the plight of volunteer Filipino nurses has been discussed in the Senate. But up to now, nothing concrete has been made to resolve the issue.
Meanwhile, Jeff Canoy travels to Japan for the Tokyo Game Show 2011, where many international video game developers show off their upcoming games and soon-to-be newest craze in game-related hardware. Watch these stories tomorrow (September 20) in “Patrol ng Pilipino,” Tuesday night after “Bandila” on ABS-CBN or earlier on DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable channel 26) at 9:15 pm.
Shamcey Supsup Fears 'Invasion of Privacy'
Shamcey Supsup graced TV Patrol Weekend Sunday night where Bernadette Sembrano asked her about the thing the she fears the most.
Lolong the Giant Crocodile Eco-Park Now Open, Guiness to Visit
Lolong, the giant crocodile which was caught alive in Bunawan, Agusan del Sur, can now be viewed by the public in his nature park in Barangay Consuelo, weeks after his capture.
Miss World Philippines: Gwendolyn Ruais Crowned Miss World Philippines 2011
Miss World Philippines 2011 is Gwendolyn Ruais!
The first ever Miss World Philippines winner is pageant veteran Gwendolyn Ruais.
The first ever Miss World Philippines winner is pageant veteran Gwendolyn Ruais.
Shamcey Supsup Arrives in Manila Like a Winner
After more than one month in Brazil for the Miss Universe 2011 pageant, Shamcey Supsup arrives in Manila on Sunday with a ticker-tape victory parade welcoming her in Makati on Monday.
UP Pep Squad is UAAP's Cheerdance Champion (Video)
[photo credit: Rem Zamora/abs-cbnNEWS.com]
UP Pep Squad bagged the UAAP Cheerdance Competition title for second consecutive year!
'Ang Babae sa Septic Tank' is PHL's Entry to the 84th Academy Awards
The Cinemalaya award-winning film "Ang Babae sa Septic Tank" is Philippines' entry to the Foreign Language Film category of Oscars.
Shamcey Supsup is the Only One Among the MU Top 5 Who Answered Without an Interpreter
During the question and answer portion for the final 5 contestants of the recently-concluded Miss Universe 2011 pageant, Shamcey Supsup exhibited a certain conviction that made her countrymen proud.
Miss Universe Update: Miss Angola is Miss Universe 2011
Miss Universe 2011 (60th Miss Universe) is Miss Angola, Leila Lopes. Our very own Shamcey Supsup is third runner up.
Miss Universe 2011 Result - The Top 16
The Miss Universe 2011 Top 16 have been announced!
Philippines made it to the Top 16! Portugal is the winner of the global fan vote.
Philippines made it to the Top 16! Portugal is the winner of the global fan vote.
Miss Universe 2011 - Shamcey Supsup Sizzles in Swimsuit
The Miss Universe swimsuit preliminary is over. Miss Philippines Shamcey Supsup killed the competition!
Miss Universe 2011 - Shamcey Supsup is Best in Evening Gown
During the preliminary evening gown competition in Miss Universe 2011, 15 contestants stood out from the rest.
Miss Universe 2011 - Shamcey Supsup Tops Telemundo Online Poll
The Miss Universe 2011 online poll by Latin American website Telemundo has been closed on Sunday, September 11, 2011.
Richard Gutierrez Turns Over P1.2M Proceeds to GMA Kapuso Foundation
Environmental advocate and Kapuso artist Richard Gutierrez recently turned over to the GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF) P1.2 million generated from the All-Star Kapuso Fun Run. The event was a brainchild of the Network’s Entertainment group and front lined by the actor as a fund-raising project last April.
Miss Universe Presentation Show: Philippines is Most Elegant
The Miss Universe preliminaries are over and our very own Shamcey Supsup was selected by popular pageant website Global Beauties as the Most Elegant or Best in Evening Gown.
Regine Velasquez Tops 25 Best Filipina Singers Poll
Regine Veleasquez received the highest number of votes in the online poll conducted by the website Female Network on the 25 Best Filipina Singers.
Shamcey Supsup in National Costume - Miss Universe 2011
Shamcey Supsup is a regal beauty during the pre-recorded national costume presentation in Miss Universe 2011.
Lea Salonga Named One of 2011 Miss Universe Judges
Lea Salonga, a Tony and Olivier Award-winning theater actress and Disney Legend, was named one of the judges in the 60th Miss Universe Pageant which is happening in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Tina Monzon-Palma Stands Up for Children Who Shoulder Their Parents' Responsibilities in 'Krusada'
Veteran broadcast journalist Tina Monzon-Palma returns to “Krusada” to champion the welfare of children who are forced to supervise their own households.
DZMM Teleradyo to Air XXX, Patrol ng Pilipino, Storyline, Krusada, and SOCO
DZMM marks another milestone on its 25th anniversary with the launch of the ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs time block on DZMM TeleRadyo (SkyCable ch. 26).
Giant Crocodile Caught in the Philippines is Biggest Captive Crocodile in the World (Video)
A giant crocodile captured in Agusan del Sur in the Philippines last Saturday, September 2, is believed to be the biggest captive crocodile to date.
The said Philippine adult male crocodile, measuring 21 ft or 6.4 meters long, was captured alive along a creek by crocodile farm staff and residents in Bunawan in Agusan del Sur. It we are to check the records, the Philippine crocodile is the biggest so far.
The said Philippine adult male crocodile, measuring 21 ft or 6.4 meters long, was captured alive along a creek by crocodile farm staff and residents in Bunawan in Agusan del Sur. It we are to check the records, the Philippine crocodile is the biggest so far.
'The Kitchen Musical' Teaser Released
A teaser has been released for "The Kitchen Musical" featuring two Filipino cast-members Christian Bautista and Karylle.
Check it out after the jump...
Giant Crocodile - Photo and Video of 21-Foot Crocodile Captured Alive in Agusan del Sur
A giant crocodile that measures around 21 foot or 6.4 meters was captured along a creek by crocodile farm staff and residents in Bunawan, Agusan del Sur province in the Philippines on Saturday, September 2.
New 7 Wonders of Nature Poll Update - Demographic Trends for Palawan Underground River
The New 7 Wonders of Nature website has released a demographic voting trends 68 days before the conclusion of the global poll.
Head of ABS-CBN's Creative Group Shares His Newest 'Patriotic' Masterpiece
With the recent travel bans that has somehow affected the Philippines' tourism industry, head of ABS-CBN Creative Communication Management (CCM) says that Filipinos themselves can uplift the country’s current tourism status. With his newest masterpiece “Piliin Mo Ang Pilipinas,” he encourages every Filipino to invest on local travel, in lieu of the costly out-of-the-country getaway.
Alexis Belonio is a Modern Day Hero
Alexis Belonio is the Pinoy inventor of the cooking stove that turns rice husks into a powerful cooking device.
Tom Taus is Now a Rising DJ in Hollywood
Tom Taus is best known for his role as Prince Cedie in the 2006 Star Cinema movie "Cedie: Ang Munting Prinsipe." Check him out now!