President Aquino ignite ABS-CBN Christmas Celebration [PICTURES]

   

President Aquino Lights Up ABS-CBN Christmas Celebration  Stars shine the brightest this yuletide season as ABS-CBN officially kicked off its 2010 Christmas campaign last Thursday (Nov 4) with President Noynoy Aquino as guest of honor. [MORE PICTURES]

4th UPDATE: Through the dedication of its ELJ Communication Center Bldg. and the ceremonial lighting of the whole ABS-CBN compound, the Kapamilya Network started its Christmas celebration with the theme “Ngayong Pasko, Magniningning ang Pilipino” which aims to once again kindle the light of unity and honor Filipinos’ commitment to change. Read More...

Kapamilya Stars on Bench Body 2011 - Jake Cuenca



The future of underwear is on Bench as it unfolds the posters for Bench Body 2011. Picture

Ryan Bang and Yeng Constantion 'Just Friends'

Singer Yeng Constantino and former PBB housemate Ryan Bang clarified speculations that they have a special relationship.
In an interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon,” Bang admitted that he and Constantino are friends. He even revealed that they go to church together every Sunday.
Asked if he likes the singer, he answered: “I like her, I like everybody. We are friends.”
In a separate interview, Constantino, however, hinted that they could be more than friends.
“Magkaibigan po kami. Hindi ko alam kung ano pong tawag dun eh. Pero ano lang, sakto lang. Nagha-hang out, ganyan. Pagka-tapings nila ng Banana Split, dumadaan siya ng Uplate, nagbibigay siya ng coffee, ganyan,” Constantino said.
She, meanwhile, revealed that Bang has a crush on a lot of celebrities, including Maja Salvador.

Gretchen Barretto vows not to wear cheap panties forever

Socialite actress Gretchen Barretto said that she will never be caught wearing cheap panties.
"I'm sorry, but never. I'd wear anything cheap but that," she said in "The Grill" segment of ANC's "The Brew."
Asked why, Barretto replied, "Because I'm always ready!"
The "Magkaribal" star who's known for her lavish lifestyle, said that like ordinary people, she also wears cheap clothes like white shirts that she accessorizes. But she draws the line when it comes to inexpensive underwear.
When asked if she's willing to wear granny underwear, La Greta replied: "Never. I'd rather not wear anything at all."
Barretto who gamely answered questions about her life, including her past, even shared a thing that only her partner, business tycoon Tony Boy Cojuangco, knows.
"What people don't know is I wash my own underwear. Tony knows that. Now everybody knows that," Barretto said.
The actress answered questions from the hosts of "The Brew" (Twink Macaraig, Gang Badoy, and Nadia Trinidad) as part of the promotion for the finale of her hit TV fashion-serye, “Magkaribal.” La Greta vows not to wear cheap panties forever

ABS-CBN's "Ngayong Pasko Magniningning Ang Pilipino;" Hits the Web [VIDEO]

VIDEO: (HD) ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010 - Ngayong Pasko Magniningning Ang Pilipino.

As of Today November 5 (Friday) The Station ID 2010, titled "ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010 - Ngayong Pasko Magniningning Ang Pilipino", Circle the web after ABSCBNOnline YouTube Channel unveiling it, Video Hits 35,916. [LYRICS]

Pres. Bill Clinton – Live in Manila

   

Bill Clinton: Live in Manila  The 42nd President of the United States, President Bill Clinton will be here in Manila on November 10, 2010 (wendsday) at 4 pm.

Bill Clinton will be in Manila for an event “Embracing Our Common Humanity”. He will be at the Manila Hotel on November 10, 2010 at 4pm in the afternoon. Read More...

ABS-CBN (Channel 2) launches Christmas 2010 station ID [Video]

The song NGAYONG PASKO, MAGNININGNING ANG PILIPINO is performed by Gary Valenciano and Toni Gonzaga featuring the UST Singers conducted by Prof. Fidel G. Calalang Jr. It was written by Jordan Constantino, with music by Lloyd Corpuz, arranged and produced by Eric Perlas. Additional Lyrics by Rogel Africa. Read More....

‘Perfect Match’ Premieres November 8 on ABS-CBN

Lee Min Ho, Son Ye Jin love film

“Boys Over Flowers” star Lee Min Ho is back!

Asian Heartthrob 2009–Lee Min Ho–proved to be one of the most promising and most versatile Korean actors of his generation as he recently portrayed the role of a guy pretending to be a homosexual in the romantic comedy “Perfect Match” premiering this Monday (Nov 8) on ABS-CBN.

The Asianovela superstar, popularly known in the country as Gu Jun Pyo in thep henomenal idol drama “Boys Over Flowers,” is back on primetime alongside Korea’s Queen of Drama Son Ye Jin to bring you a different kinds of love story every weekday nights.

Follow the story of Gino, a perfectionist architect who pretends to be a gay in order to become the housemate of Julienne Park, the owner of the house which Gino is studying to serve as an inspiration for a design competition.

He is about to face a lot of dilemma as he live with the laid back, disorganized, and unhygienic Julienne, who is coping from a heart break after his fiancée left her for her friend of ten years

As Gino and Julienne share various adventures and misadventures, their friendship gets even deeper and the roommates start to become best of friend. Will the two take it to the next level? How will Gino break to Julienne the news that he is not gay? Can perfect friends become perfect lovers?

36th MMFF 2010 Official Entries [LIST]

MMFF 2010 love film

8 Metro Manila Film Festival 2010 Official Entries made it to the grandest movie festival in the Philippines which happens every Christmas holiday week where no foreign movies are shown across the Philippines.

Most of the entries stars regular MMFF finalists like Vic Sotto, Bong Revilla, Dolphy and Ai-Ai delas Alas. And of course, Regal Films will have it's twelfth installment of Shake, Rattle and Roll. But there are also some newcomers. Read More...

Charice is teen mag's Icon of Tomorrow winner

Charice Pempengco 

Charice won the Icon of Tomorrow prize in J-14 magazine’s Teen Icon Awards, besting her 5 other fellow teen nominees from the United States and Australia.

She defeated teen stars Bella Thorne (Shake It Up), Bridgit Mendler (Good Luck Charlie), Frankie Jonas (Jonas L.A.) and Greyson Chance (YouTube sensation).

The winners are featured in the magazine’s December 2010 issue.  Read More...

Cory Aquino mosaic sets world record

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A giant photo mosaic of the late President Cory Aquino unveiled last August has set a new record for the world's largest photo mosaic.

An article on the World Records Academy website said the mosaic measures 250 feet by 200 feet (76x61 meters) and is made up of more than 3,200 photographs of the late President. Read More..... 

ASAP XV 2010: Pop Viewers’ Choice Nominees Revealed

This year’s nominees for the Pop Viewers’ Choice Awards were revealed on ASAP XV last Sunday October 31. Here is the full list of nominees:

Pop Female Fashionista:

* Anne Curtis
* Angel Locsin
* Kim Chiu
* Gretchen Barreto

Pop Male Fashionista:

* Vhong Navarro
* Jake Cuenca
* John Lloyd Cruz
* Enchong Dee

Pop Cover Girl:

* Angel Locsin
* Anne Curtis
* Cristine Reyes
* Bea Alonzo

Pop Pin-up Boy:

* Coco Martin
* Rafael Rosell
* Sam Milby
* Gerald Anderson

Pop Cutie:

* Sam Concepcion
* Robi Domingo
* James Reid
* AJ Perez

Pop Fans Club:

* Kimerald (Kim & Gerald)
* Melason (Melai & Jason)
* Enrich (Enchong & Erich)
* Laberspark (John Lloyd & Bea)

Pop K-Pop:

* 2NE1
* Wonder Girls
* Super Junior
* One Way

Pop Band:

* Parokya ni Edgar
* CallaLily
* 6 CycleMind
* Hale

Pop Female Artist:

* Sarah Geronimo
* Charice
* Toni Gonzaga
* Yeng Constantino

Pop Male Artist:

* Jovit Baldovino
* Erik Santos
* Christian Bautista
* Piolo Pascual

Pop Song:

* Pyramid (Charice)
* Faithfully (Jovit Baldovino)
* ‘Di Lang Ikaw (Juris)
* My Love Is Here (Erik Santos)

Pop Album:

* Music and Me (Sarah Geronimo)
* Erik Santos: The Jim Brickman Songbook (Erik Santos)
* Jovit Baldovino (Jovit Baldovino)
* Renditions of the Soul (Nina)

Pop Kapamilya TV Show:

* Magkaribal
* Agua Bendita
* Maalaala Mo Kaya
* Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo

Pop Kapamilya TV Character:

* Agua & Bendita (Agua Bendita)
* Vera & Victoria (Magkaribal)
* Lea and Mateo (Imortal)
* Gwen and Robi (Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo)

Pop Kapamilya TV Themesong:

* ‘Di Lang Ikaw from Ruby
* Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo of Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo
* Malayo Pa Ang Umaga from Agua Bendita
* Number One from Idol

Pop Celebrity Cameo Role:

* Anne Curtis (Christian Bautista’s “Beautiful Girl”)
* Angel Locsin (Hale’s “Magkaibang Mundo”)
* Cristine Reyes (Rico Blanco’s “Ayos”)
* Piolo Pascual (Yeng Constantino’s “Jeepney Love Story”)

Pop Music Video:

* Right Here Waiting (Sarah Geronimo)
* Magkaibang Mundo (Hale)
* All Me (Toni Gonzaga)
* Jeepney Love Story (Yeng Constantino)

Pop Movie of the Year:

* Petrang Kabayo
* I Do
* Miss You Like Crazy
* Paano Na Kaya

Pop Movie Themesong:

* I Miss You Like Crazy (Miss You Like Crazy)
* Paano Na Kaya (Paano Na Kaya)
* I Love You Goodbye (I Love You Goodbye)
* Love Will Keep Us Together (Hating Kapatid)

Pop Screen Kiss:

* Luis Manzano & Vice Ganda (Petrang Kabayo)
* John Lloyd Cruz & Bea Alonzo (Miss You Like Crazy)
* Gerald Anderson & Kim Chiu (Paano Na Kaya)
* Anne Curtis & Sam Milby (Babe I Love You)

Pop Love Team:

* Erich Gonzales & Enchong Dee (I Do)
* Gerald Anderson & Kim Chiu (Paano Na Kaya)
* Anne Curtis & Sam Milby (Babe I Love You)
* John Lloyd Cruz & Bea Alonzo (Miss You Like Crazy)

Ted Failon Compound Noli De Castro and Korina Sanchez in ‘TV Patrol’

Ted Failon,Noli  De Castro, Korina Sanchez

For the first time, three respected news icons in Philippine broadcast journalism are joining forces to strengthen “TV Patrol,” ABS-CBN’s flagship newscast and the leading news program in the country for the past 23 years.

Starting November 8, Korina Sanchez and Noli “Kabayan” De Castro will return to television to join Ted Failon in "TV Patrol" to form the most tried and tested news team ever assembled in the history of Philippine broadcasting.

The powerhouse team, all seasoned and working broadcast journalists, is collaborating to present news that matter to Filipinos all over the world and to give back to their kapamilya viewers by strengthening the public service commitment of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, the country's most credible news organization based on a recent study by Pulse Asia.

Failon, in his 27 years in the industry, is the “Sandigan ng Bayan” for his commitment and focus on issues up to their resolution. Sanchez, on the other hand, is the intelligent and brave “Kakampi ng Bayan,” who has reported on the biggest news in the country since she started in ABS-CBN in 1986. She also holds the distinction of being the first female main anchor of “TV Patrol.”

De Castro, "Kabayan ng Pilipino,” returns with a wider knowledge of the workings of government after his stint as vice president of the Philippines. He started making a name on radio during the Martial Law years. Kabayan is also the original anchor of “TV Patrol,” and the hard-hitting investigative show, "Magandang Gabi Bayan."

In line with this development, the Kapamilya network is also beefing up its late night newscast “Bandila,” and has offered ABS-CBN news veterans Julius Babao and Karen Davila to join Ces Drilon as anchors.

Drilon, Babao, and Davila will provide deeper analysis and extended coverage of the day’s biggest news in “Bandila.”

For news that matters to every Filipino, tune in to the newscasts that stand by the truth and the good of the people. Watch Ted Failon, Korina Sanchez, and Noli De Castro in “TV Patrol," on primetime nights, as well as Ces Orena Drilon, Julius Babao, and Karen Davila in “Bandila” late evening, from Mondays to Fridays in ABS-CBN.

ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010; The Hitmakers

Image: ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010, The Hitmakers: Marco Sison, Rey Valera, Rico J. Puno, Nonoy Zuniga.

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ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010; Pilipinas Win na Win

Image: ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010, Pilipinas Win na Win - Valerie Concepcion, Janelle Jamer, Gee Canlas.

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ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010 Photos

Picture: ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010 Showtime - Jugs Jugueta, Teddy Corpuz, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Kim Atienza, Vice Ganda, Enrique Gil.

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ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010; PBB Teen Clash of 2010

Picture: ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010 - PBB Teen Clash of 2010 teens Ivan Dorschner, Ryan Bang, Bret Jackson, James Reid, Fretzie Bercede

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ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010; Cheche Lazaro

Picture: ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010; Cheche Lazaro.

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ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID 2010; Cristine Reyes and Zanjoe Marudo

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ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID; Atom Araullo, Rica Peralejo and Donita Rose

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Picture: ABS-CBN Christmas Station ID; ASAP Sessionistas

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Fil-Am Lincecum powers SF giants to World Series win

Filipino-American pitcher Tim Lincecum powered the San Francisco Giants to win their first World Series title since 1954 on Monday, defeating the Texas Rangers 4-1 to capture Major League Baseball's best-of-seven final.

It was the 6th all-time World Series crown for the Giants but their first in 56 years and the first since they moved to California from New York in 1958.

San Francisco's shortstop Edgar Renteria blasted a three-run home run in the 7th inning for the decisive hit, giving Texas southpaw Cliff Lee 6 2/3 scoreless innings. The victory has bestowed him the 106th World Series Most Valuable Player after going 7-for-17 at the plate, a .412 average, with 2 homers and 6 runs batted in 5 five games.

In 1997, he singled home the Series-winning run for the Florida Marlins in the 7th game.

Meanwhile, the 26-year-old Lincecum held the Rangers to only three hits over 8 innings, including a solo home run by Texas outfielder Nelson Cruz in the 7th inning. He then assented to Giants closer Brian Wilson who entered in the 9th, with the last 3 outs set the team to victory.

"We did it as a team. We put it together and that's how we won it," Lincecum said, with a just-embossed 2-0 World Series record.

With a nickname “The Freak,” Lincecum with his team dubbed as "castoffs and misfits" has made the championship boost morale over the team in their Fall Classics loses in 1962, 1989 and 2002.

"They wouldn't be denied. I couldn't be prouder of this group,” Giants manager Bruce Bochy said.

After being picked to start Game 1 against Texas’ Lee in Game 1, Lincecum has gained a popular Filipino following.

He is the first pitcher in MLB history to win the prestigious Cy Young Award in each of his first two full seasons. He is also the only pitcher to strike out more than 260 hitters in each of those two seasons.

In February, Lincecum became the highest-paid pitcher in his first year of eligibility in Major League Baseball (MLB) after signing a $23 million two-year deal with the San Francisco Giants.

The deal was reported to surpass the record set by Boston closer Jonathan Papelbon who signed for $6.25 million last year in 2009.

Taylor Swift Live in Manila 2011; Ticket Details

Finally, American country pop singer-songwriter and actress Taylor Alison Swift is coming to Manila!

Ovation Productions, together with etc and Jack TV, present Taylor Swift Live in Manila on February 19 (Saturday), 2011. Read More...

Pilipinas Got Talent (season 1)

Alexis Carpena	21	Dance	Cabuyao, Laguna	3	6 ! Semi-finalist
Alakim (Allan de Paz)	29	Butterfly Magician	Quezon City	2	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Baguio Metamorphosis	Various	Dance troupe	Baguio City	6	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Carl Malone Montecido	11	Singing	Bacolod City	6	6 ! Semi-finalist
Experience Kidz	Various	Dance troupe	General Santos City	5	6 ! Semi-finalist
Ezra Band	Various	Band troupe	Davao del Sur	4	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Florante Inutan	41	Human Saxophone	Davao City	2	6 ! Semi-finalist
Garrett Devan Bolden, Jr	18	Singing	Olongapo City	2	6 ! Semi-finalist
Geraldine "Fame" Flores	19	Opera Singer	Parañaque City	4	6 ! Semi-finalist
Goldies & Goodies	48-69	Dance troupe	Cebu City	4	6 ! Semi-finalist
Harold Jomar Gesulga	17	Beatboxer	General Santos City	5	6 ! Semi-finalist
Hello World	Various	Dance troupe	Davao City	6	6 ! Semi-finalist
Imusicapella Chamber Choir	Various	Showchoir	Cavite	6	6 ! Semi-finalist
Ingrid Payaket	21	Singing	Baguio City	6	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Baguio Siblings (Jhistine Glyde & Filemon Baguio)	Various	Ballroom Dancing duo	Cebu City	1	6 ! Semi-finalist
Big Mouth aka "BM" (Joel Amper)	32	Comedy/Singing w/ animal sounds	Manila	4	6 ! Semi-finalist
Josephine Aton	32	Singing	Cebu City	6	6 ! Semi-finalist
Jovit Baldivino	16	Singing	Batangas	1	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Jzan Vern Tero	12	Singing	Cebu City	5	6 ! Semi-finalist
Kapidamu Band	10-16	Band troupe	Quezon	2	6 ! Semi-finalist
Keith Clark Delleva	14	Guitar player	Pasay City	3	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Luntayao Family	Various	Singing group	Negros Occidental	5	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Mae Lozada & Anselmo Estillore	Various	Ballroom Dancing duo	Cebu City	2	6 ! Semi-finalist
Manolito "Manoling" Saldivar	51	Opera Singer	Dumaguete City	3	6 ! Semi-finalist
Maria Jeline Oliva	13	Violinist	Naga City	5	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Markki Stroem	20	Singing	Quezon City	2	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Powerpuff Corn	Various	Band duo	Baguio City	5	6 ! Semi-finalist
Reggie Ramirez	33	Singing	Davao City	3	6 ! Semi-finalist
Reiniel Tulabing	11	Singing	Rizal	4	6 ! Semi-finalist
Rolando Ng III	6	Singing	Cagayan de Oro	3	6 ! Semi-finalist
Rolando Permangil	35	Singing	Davao City	1	6 ! Semi-finalist
Ruther Urquia	31	Ventriloquism	Las Piñas City	1	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Sherwin Baguion	19	Singing	Lanao del Norte	4	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Snap Boiz	Various	Dance troupe	Talisay	1	6 ! Semi-finalist
Velasco Brothers	Various	Dance troupe	Manila	3	6 ! Grand-Finalist
Xavier University Cultural Dance Troupe	Various	Dance troupe	Cagayan de Oro	1	6 ! Semi-finalist

Lucy Torres, Gretchen BarrettoYES! Magazine's Cover November 2010

Gretchen Barretto (right) and Lucy Torres-Gomez (left) grace the cover of YES! magazine's November issue, which fearlessly ranks The Top 10 Fashionistas in Showbiz.

This November, YES! magazine enlists the help of some of the biggest names in the fashion industry to put together its Top 10 Fashionistas in Showbiz.

Tied at the number one spot are Lucy Torres-Gomez and Gretchen Barretto. YES! books each of the two stars in separate, new and exclusive fashion pictorials where they don their own clothes, choose their own makeup artist and stylist, and generally own their own fashion scene.

Being generous, they also oblige YES! with page spreads of their baubles, bangles, shoes, bags, frocks, and more! 

Ramon Bautista is November 2010 UNO Magazine Cover

Filipino Rapper, Actor, and Director Ramon Bautista is uno Magazine Cover for November 2010 Issue. Yes your eyes and this site are not defective. It's a sweet issue coz Ramon Bautista is in the cover of this particular issue "MAN OF THE YEAR Ramon Bautista. Read More...