The Ultimate Mister Philippines for 2010 is…

Alvin De Joya - Mister Philippines World 2010

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Gino Quintana - Mister Philippines Globe 2010


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Adrian Reyes - Mister Philippines Earth 2010


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Raphael Carlos - Mister Philippines International 2010

Charice Beats Justin Bieber in Japan's Tokio Hot 100

MANILA, Philippines - International singing sensation Charice added another feather in her cap as she won an award in Japan.

Charice won the J-Wave's Tokio Hot 100 Award for Best New Artist on February 24 in Japan, beating popular international artists like Ke$ha, Orianthi, Bruno Mars and Justin Bieber.

Tokio HOT 100 award is one of the major awards in Japan's music industry.

The good news was sent to abs-cbnNEWS.com by Charice's mother Raquel Pempengco.

Charice, dubbed as the "world's most talented girl in the world" by Oprah Winfrey, is gearing up for her second single and will be returning on US hit musical show "Glee" soon.

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 Official Number of Candidates

01 - Zephora Mayon
02 - Elizabeth Clenci
03 - Carolyn Ty
04 - Gianna Quintos
05 - Jennielyn Natividad
06 - Patricia Tumulak
07 - Roxanne Cabanero
08 - Angelia Ong
09 - Kristina Marasigan
10 - Hazelyn Santos
11 - Diana Arevalo
12 - Carla Lacson
13 - Quennie Rehman
14 - Alyssa Marquinez
15 - Arabella Hanesh
16 - Sabrinne Al-Tawil
17 - Pamela Ludovice
18 - Wendy Lucas
19 - Jet Noguchi
20 - Kenneth Dimaapi
21 - Paula Camille Figuerras
22 - Luzelle Felipe
23 - Chloe Dauden
24 - Isabella Manjon
25 - Shamcey Supsup
26 - Janine Tugonon
27 - Bianca Paz
28 - Krystel Grant
29 - Cai Subijano
30 - Samantha Purvor
31 - Jenroe Gubat
32 - Dianne Necio
33 - MJ Lastimosa
34 - Suzette Hernandez
35 - Camille Baltazar
36 - Nicole Clenci
37 - Ladylyn Riva
38 - Glennifer Perido

Rape Victim: Mangudadatus Asked to Drop Case

DAVAO CITY -- The nursing student who was allegedly raped by members of the Mangudadatu clan in Maguindanao province said the suspects' family offered her money to withdraw the case.

Datu Naga Mitra Mangudadatu and his cousin alias Puti, both of Tamnag in Lutayan, Sultan Kudarat, are facing rape charges before a Regional Trial Court here for raping the 20-year-old student. Similar case has been filed against their bodyguards, but the public prosecutor dismissed it for lack of merit.

In her affidavit, the victim said several relatives of the Mangudadatus were building communication with her, enticing her to drop the case. But, she said, she refused the offer.

Marie (not her real name) said she was raped by the two accused inside Mangudadatu's rented room on Roxas Avenue.

She said the incident happened 11 p.m. of July 21, 2010 while she and her two male friends were having a drinking spree at the ground floor of her Dormitel on Padre Faura street.

She said one of Mangudadatu's bodyguards offered them a bottle of beer, which they consumed in 15 minutes.

Moments later, Mangudadatu appeared and invited them to continue the drinking session in his room. She said that because of Mangudadatu's persistence, she had finally agreed.

In the middle of their drinking session, Mangudadatu allegedly instructed her friends to go out of the room, who were followed by his bodyguards.

When only the two of them were left inside the room, Marie said Mangudadatu switched off the lights and allegedly raped her despite her resistance.

After Mangudadatu, Marie claimed that alias Puti also raped her. Marie said Mangudadatu threatened to kill her if she tells anyone or even the press about her ordeal.

On August 2, of the same year, she informed her landlord and her father, who was in Oman, about the incident, leading to the filing of the case. (Jereco O. Paloma of Sun.Star Davao/Sunnex)

2 Front Runners, Disqualified from Binibining Pilipinas 2011!

After the official announcement of the 40 Official Candidates of this year Binibining Pilipinas, two of the front-runners were disqualified to continue their quest for the biggest pageant in the country. Philippines’ Next Top Model first and only winner (so far) Grendel Alvarado and PNTM 3rd placer Jenilyn Olivar were shockingly asked to leave the competition that will be held on April at the Araneta Coliseum. The Binibining Pilipinas Organization has yet to release a statement regarding their disqualifications but such cases are not new to the pageant’s history.

Visiting Holy Land Comes Easy

Millions of Christians dream to reach the Holy Land. But unfortunately the need of recruiting sufficient budget to fulfill this dream is very hard for them. The good news is that HOLY LAND DREAM is now here to organize tours to the pilgrims who wish to see the places they read in the Bible.

For a very small budget, HOLY LAND DREAM can insure you the best positive adventure in your life. Come on to follow Jesus Christ Trail. The real facts about Jesus Christ in Nazareth - Bethlehem - Jerusalem - Sea of Galilee area - Judean Desert area etc. For a very small budget, HOLY LAND DREAM can insure you the best positive adventure in your life.

It is the vision of the HOLY LAND DREAM TO enable pilgrims from all the economical classes to afford fullfilling The dream of visiting the Holy Land. As a christian travel agency ,it is your best consultant for the "Holy Land". Their staff is well experienced and well-educated and can dp the best to let the pilgrims feel at home.

HOLY LAND DREAM is always at your service.

They have 7 nights and 8 days program:

DAY 1: TEL AVIV / TIBERIAS Arrival in Tel Aviv airport. Meet & Assist by the guide and driver and make our way north to Sea of Galilee to your hotel for a dinner and over night for 3 nights.

DAY 2: TIBERIAS: CAPERNAUM AND SEA OF GALILEE SITES This morning we begin with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. We will visit a replica of a fishing boat from the time of Christ. Our visit continues with Capernaum, the Heptapegon . We ascend by motorcoach to the Mt. of Beatitudes to gain a panoramic view of the Sea of Galilee. We continue to the Baptismal Site at the Jordan River to renew our baptismal vows, then a visit to Bethsaida. We return to hotel for the dinner and overnight.

DAY 3: TIBERIAS / NAZARETH / CANA / MT. TABOR / TIBERIAS We make our way to Nazareth where we visit the Basilica of the Annunciation ,. Then to Cana, site of Jesus’ first miracle at the wedding feast. where we invite couples to renew their wedding vows. Our next stop is the site of the Transfiguration at Mt. Tabor. Back to hotel for a dinner and over night.

DAY 4: TIBERIAS / AKKO / MUHRAKA / CAESAREA / JERUSALEM: Today we drive towards our first station Akko (Acre) the great crusaders city. Continue to Carmel mountain to visit the holy shrine "Muhraka" which take us back to the period of the prophet Elia (Eliahu). Continue to the great Roman city built by king Harods the city of Caesarea. Continue to your hotel in Jerusalem for a dinner and over night for 4 nights.

Day 5: JERUSALEM: Mt. of Olives churches, Via dolorosa , Holy Sepulchre: We start our day by visiting Mt. Of Olives churches, continue to the old city by entering the Lions gate. Visiting the way of the cross churches , continue to Holy Sepluchre church to see the Golgotha place and Jesus tomb. Visiting the Dome of Rock and Al-Aqsa mosques (temple mountain), then we continue to the wailing wall for Jews. Continue to Mt. Zion churches: St. Peter Galicantu, Dormition Abbey ,the last supper room and King David Tomb. Back to hotel for a dinner and over night.

DAY 6: JERUSALEM - BETHLEHEM- EIN KAREM - JERUSALEM: Drive to Bethlehem, visiting first Shepherds’ Field, followed by the Church of the Nativity, St. Jeromes Chapel, and St. Catherines Church. We will allow extra time for shopping in Bethlehem. Returning, we stop in Ein Karem where we visit the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Church of the Visitation. The balance of the day is at leisure to browse in the local markets. You may wish to include a group visit to the Yad Vashem Memorial Museum, telling the story of the Holocaust and serving as a sober reminder of mans inhumanity to man. Back to hotel for dinner and over night.

DAY 7: JERUSALEM-DEAD SEA AREA - JERICHO: Driving to the great stronghold of Massada the last Jewish resistance place against the Roman Empire great army. Ascending up to the site by a cable car. Our next stop is Qumran, site of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls. We stop to view the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. We continue to Jericho to view the Mt. of Temptations from a distance and to see the traditional Zaccheus site. This city was the site of Joshua’s first dramatic conquest. From a distance, we view the Mt. of Temptation, now home to Greek Orthodox priests. In our way back to Jerusalem we might visit Bethany site of the resurrection of Lazarus. Back to hotel for a dinner and overnight.

DAY 8: JERUSALEM / TEL AVIV / RETURN We transfer to the Tel Aviv airport for our return flight to the USA.

NOTE: While no changes are anticipated, there might be occasions when certain alterations become necessary to this itinerary due to changes in airline schedules or for other reasons. All Masses are subject to final church schedules.

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Angeline Quinto is Star Power Winner

Angeline Quinto from Sampaloc, Manila is the grand winner of Sharon’s Search for the Next Female Pop Superstar.

Akiko, K-La, Angeline, Krissel and Monica competed for the last time Sunday night during the grand finals of Star Power held at the Ynares Center in Antipolo.

There were 3 rounds of fierce showdown. Akiko Solon of Cebu was the first to get eliminated during round 1 when each of the final 5 performed a song of their own choice.

During the second round, the remaining four contestants sang songs that were chosen by the judges for them. K-La Rivera was the second finalist to get the boot.

The remaining three finalists–Monica, Angeline and Krissel–each performed an original song from Star Records as their final hurdle.

Monica Sacay of Leyte settled for third place. Angeline Quinto was announced the grand winner while Krissel Valdez of Davao ended up in 2nd place.

The prizes that Angeline won include 1 million Pesos, a car, an entertainment showcase from Sony, diamond jewelries, and a recording contract from Star Records.

Sharon Cuneta also announced during the grand finals that all 5 Star Power finalists will become mainstay of ASAP Rocks beginning this Sunday, February 27.

Nonito Donaire Knocks Out Fernando Montiel

ilipino bantamweight boxer Nonito "The Filipino Flash" Donaire proved himself relentless after dethroning Mexican opponent Fernando Montiel in their headliner fight at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, Saturday night (Sunday morning in Manila).

In a quick match, Donaire stopped Montiel via a technical knockout (KO) in the second round.

In the first round, Montiel showed that he has experience and skills in the division by consistently evading Donaire's attacks.

Donaire kept being aggressive but his punches failed to land on Montiel.

In the second round, Donaire then played it down by accepting Montiel's attacks. The Filipino played with his improved defense and evaded the countering Montiel.

A minute before the round concluded, an energetic Donaire then powered a left hook to Montiel's face knocking him down to victory.

With the win, the 28-year-old bagged the World Boxing Council and World Boxing Organization bantamweight crowns.

Donaire now ups his record to 26-1 with 18 KOs.

Montiel, on the other hand, falls at 44-3-2.

Montiel cannot make the post-fight press conference as he was sent to the hospital.

According to a tweet by Top Rank promotions, Montiel "was sent to the hospital to be checked due to the way he was knocked out."

Top 10 Nursing Board Examinees of December 2010

1. Weanne Myrrh Razon Estrada, Adventist University Of The Philippines: 88.40%

2. Mary Grace Bermudez Rallo, Central Luzon Doctor's Hospital Educational Institution: 86.80%

3. Maria Kristina Pamintuan Bicas, Saint Louis University: 86.60%

4. Vanessa Garma Elumbaring, Saint Mary's College-Tagum: 86.40%
Kimberly Medina Malubago Southern Luzon State University-Lucban (SLPC): 86.40%

5. Jessa Lorraine Dejan Andalan, Xavier University: 86.20%

6. Yugie Caroline Murillo Demegillo, Iloilo Doctors' College: 86.00%

7. Hanako Sasaki Aranilla, First Asia Institute Of Technology & Humanities: 85.80%
Teena Marie Junio Pascua Saint Mary's University: 85.80%
Nonah Vee Cornelio Sareno Davao Doctors College, Inc.: 85.80%
Elnathan Samson Subardiaga Universidad De Zamboanga (For.Zaec) 85.80%
Karl Marie Sta Ana Tuvilla University Of Negros Occidental-Recoletos 85.80%

8. Karl Gabriel Alferi Bonifacio, Colegio De San Agustin-Bacolod City: 85.60%
Dennis Gonzales Duran Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila: 85.60%
Bernadette Lumibao Guevarra Cotabato Medical Foundation College: 85.60%
Criselle Lyn Guerrero Li Father Saturnino Urios University (Urios Coll): 85.60%
Vincent Jubelag Sumergido West Visayas State University-La Paz: 85.60%

9. Jacquiline Jane Banzuela De Jesus, Arellano University-Pasig: 85.40%
Rizyl Jem Franco Japitana, Colegio De San Agustin-Bacolod City: 85.40%
Christine Jannie Paez Rivera, Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Maynila: 85.40%
Nicole Anne Albaladejo Sales Diaz, Colegio De San Agustin-Bacolod City: 85.40%

10. Jaime Dela Roca Bonifacio Jr., Adventist University Of The Philippines: 85.20%
Micaela Orevillo De Guzman, Xavier University: 85.20%
Rose Angela Reyes Mahipus, Davao Medical School Foundation: 85.20%
Irene Kate Faustino Nicolas, Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Marikina: 85.20%
Cesar Ryan Espera Ortiz, Aquinas University: 85.20%
Roby Ann Gutierrez Prado, Colegio De Dagupan (For.Computronix Coll): 85.20%

Top Performing Schools in December 2010 Nurse Licensure Examination.

The TOP PERFORMING SCHOOLS in the
December 2010 Nurse Licensure Examination

1. Saint Paul University of Iloilo - 124 passers out of 124 examinees (100%)
2. Xavier University - 325 passers out of 330 examinees (98.48%)
3. Saint Paul University of Tuguegarao - 193 passers out of 190 examinees (98.45%)
4. New Era University- 51 passers out of 50 examinees (98.40%)
5. Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila - 196 passers out of 191 examinees (98.04%)
6. University of Saint Louis of Tuguegarao- 77 passers out of 73 examinees (97.45%)
7. Silliman University - 447 passers out of 421 examinees (94.81%)
8. Southern Luzon State University of Lucban - 204 passers out of 187 examinees (91.67 %)
9. Remedios T. Romualdez Medical Foundation - 209 passers out of 191 examinees (91.39%)
10. San Pedro College of Davao City - 455 passers out of 408 examinees (89.67%)

The Best Medical Scrubs

Medical uniforms are in great demand around the world. I once asked my friend who is a practicing doctor where in the world did he buy his doctor uniform. He replied that he bought it online from the Blue Sky Scrubs, an online website that caters to all the medical must-have uniforms. Unlike other websites that only sell their products within US territory, this website offers to bring their products anywhere in the world.

What I like about this Blue Sky Scrubs is its quality made products. I have proven it myself with my cousin who is a registered nurse in one of the biggest hospitals here in the Philippines. She purchased a hospital nurse uniform online and it was delivered to her very efficiently. She testified that it was superb. "I feel like a supermodel whenever I wear it," she said proudly.

16 Towns, Now Cities (Again!)

For the third time, the Supreme Court has reversed itself in the case concerning the declaration of 16 towns as cities. Voting 7-6 with two abstentions at the high tribunal's en banc (full court) session last Tuesday, SC spokesperson Jose Midas Marquez said the court affirmed the constitutionality of the cityhood laws converting the following municipalities as cities:

Lamitan in Basilan;

Baybay in Leyte;

Bogo in Cebu;

Catbalogan in Samar;

Tandag in Surigao del Sur;

Borongan in Samar;

Tayabas in Quezon;

Tabuk in Kalinga;

Bayugan in Agusan del Sur;

Batac in Ilocos Norte;

Mati in Davao Oriental;

Guihulngan in Negros Oriental;

Cabadbaran in Agusan del Norte;

El Salvador in Misamis Oriental;

Carcar in Cebu; and

Naga in Cebu.

The court’s latest ruling is its fourth judgment on the case. The first decision was rendered on Nov. 18, 2008, declaring as unconstitutional the Republic Acts (RAs) converting the municipalities into cities. The second decision was made on Dec. 21, 2009, reversing the Nov. 2008 decision and ruling that the towns can be declared as cities. Last August 24, 2010, the SC made its second reversal and reinstated its Nov. 2008 decision. — Sophia Dedace/RSJ, GMA News

GMA Wins 13 Awards in Gandingan 2011

GMA Network won 13 awards, including 2 Hall of Fame trophies for–I-Witness for Best Documentary Program and Howie Severino for Best Documentarist–in the recently concluded Gandingan 2011: The 5th UPLB Isko’t Iska’s Broadcast Choice Awards.

Here is a complete list of the awards won by GMA Network (including QTV):

Best Magazine Program:
Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho

Best Magazine Program Host:
Jessica Soho (Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho)

Best Public Service Program:
Imbestigador

Best Public Service Program Host:
Vicky Morales (Wish Ko Lang!)

Best Documentary Program:
I-Witness

Best Documentarist:
Howie Severino (tied with)
Kara David

Best Investigative Program:
The Reporter’s Notebook

Best Investigative Program Host:
Jiggy Manicad

Best Educational Program:
Kandidato

Best Women Oriented Program:
The Best Life (QTV)

Gandingan ng Edukasyon:
Mike Enriquez

Gandingan Hall of Fame for Best Documentary:
I-Witness

Gandingan Hall of Fame for Best Documentarist:
Howie Severino

The Kapuso network also received two citations namely:

Special Citation for Best Environment-Oriented Program:
Planet Philippines

Gandingan ng Edukasyon Special Citation:
Richard Gutierrez (Planet Philippines)

The Gandingan Awards is the annual awards program of the UP Community Broadcasters’ Society in the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB). Over a thousand students vote for programs and personalities that strive to promote development-oriented issues.

ABS-CBN Wins 18 Awards in Gandingan 2011

ABS-CBN won 18 awards, including Most Development-Oriented TV Station, in the recently concluded Gandingan 2011: The 5th UPLB Isko’t Iska’s Broadcast Choice Awards.

TV Patrol World and DZMM Radyo Patrol 630 both made it to the hall of fame, after winning for the fifth consecutive year as Best News Program and Best AM Station respectively.

TV Patrol’s Ted Failon was honored as Best News Anchor and Best AM Announcer. Kim Atienza was also a double winner, being named as Best Field Reporter and Best Youth Oriented Program Host. Atienza’s show Matanglawin was also honored as the Best Youth Oriented Program.

The award for Best FM Station went to Tambayan 101.9, while two of its announcers, Chinaheart and Charlie, shared the award for Best DJ.

Here is a complete list of the awards won by ABS-CBN:

· ABS-CBN – Most Development-Oriented TV Station
· Umagang Kay Ganda (UKG) – Best Morning Show
· TV Patrol – Best News Program
· Matanglawin – Best Youth Oriented Program
· The Bottomline with Boy Abunda – Best Development-Oriented Talk Show
· Umagang Kay Ganda hosts Pinky Webb, Anthony Taberna, Alex Santos, Donita Rose, Andrei Felix, Winnie Cordero, and Phoemela Baranda – Best Morning Show Hosts
· Ted Failon – Best News Anchor
· Kim Atienza -Best Field Reporter and Best Youth-Oriented Program Host
· Boy Abunda – Best Development-Oriented Talk Show Host
· Tambayan 101.9 – Best FM station
· DZMM Radyo Patrol – Best AM station
· DJ ChinaHeart, DJ Charlie – Best Disc Jockeys
· Ted Failon – Best AM Announcer
· Tambalang Failon at Sanchez – Most Development-Oriented AM Program
· Martin D and ChinaHeart – Most Development-Oriented FM program

The Gandingan Awards is the annual awards program of the UP Community Broadcasters’ Society in the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB). Over a thousand students vote for programs and personalities that strive to promote development-oriented issues.

Team Sharon or Team Hayden

The controversial celebrity doctor Hayden Kho is now again in the limelight of controversy after allegedly attacking Megastar Sharon Cuneta's billboard ad in EDSA on Twitter. On January 28, 2011 Hayden Kho tweeted,

“There’s a billboard ad in Edsa developed by advertisers who think consumers are stupid. Guess.”

He did not mention which ad but people can't help referring it to Sharon Cuneta's Marie France ad below:

The Megastar was not at all happy of what she heard from people. In an interview Sharon Cuneta said,

“Kung totoo ‘yon, ang kapal ng mukha niya!
“As far as I’m concerned, stupid people shouldn’t comment on what is stupid or not! If I may add to that: Decent people are (the only) people I would like to listen to. Not those who do not know the meaning of decency. And who treat women like they’re nothing! Excuse me!” She added, “You want to start a war with me? You? Fix all your problems first”, Cuneta continued.
Hayden Kho, on the other hand, was surprised on the actress's reaction. He said,

“Wow! I wasn’t referring to the MF billboard. I was referring to a “L**D” that’s supposed to be a LOURDES. Dahan dahan naman po,” he Tweeted. “That was quite a wounding tirade from someone I respect. Ironic, really. Very ironic.”

Guarding Your Future with A New Horizon

Every person is weary about what will happen tomorrow. Every person naturally feels the inclination to secure not only his or own future but also the safety and security of his or her own family. No matter the financial status in life, everyone wants a road that leads to smooth financial future that could assure us of the well-being of our family members. "Leave your family with cash, not debts," as the saying goes.

A great website, the http://www.anewhorizon.org is an online non-profit credit counseling organization that deals with giving counseling services and financial educational programs. It helps put finances under control. It superbly offers debt consolidation. It consolidates your monthly credit card bills into one low payment. Added to that, debt consolidation can help you in budgeting techniques. It also reduces interest rates and helps you develop a realistic budget you can live by. I recommend that you try it.

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 Candidates in Swimsuit Gallery 3

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 Candidates in Swimsuit Gallery 2

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 Candidates in Swimsuit Gallery 1

Willie and Friends

John and Randy accepted an offer from ABS-CBN to host its new noontime show, "Happy Yipee Yehey!," which is set to premiere on Saturday, February 12. Their longtime friend, Willie Revillame, was upset by their move, claiming he had arranged for them to be part of an upcoming TV5 show with the network's top bosses. The three had headlined the ABS-CBN noontime show "Magandang Tanghali Bayan" from 1998-2005.

Days after Willie castigated them on air in his show "Willing Willie" last January 28, John announced his departure from his TV sitcom "Everybody Hapi" and the Sunday noontime variety show "PO5".

"John has taped his last episode of ‘PO5' and his remaining epsiodes (of ‘Everybody Hapi') will be airing this month," We would have wanted to finish the rest of the season for both shows but John opted not to finish them na, I guess he is starting to work on his daily show on abs-cbn. We wish him well and hope to one day be able to work with him again," Perci said in another text message.

However, John claimed that he was axed from "Everbody Hapi" in a press conference of his new noontime show on Tuesday, February 8. Because of this, he said, he was forced to resign from "PO5" and instead granted the broadcast rights of his wedding to Priscilla Meirelles to ABS-CBN.

Binibining Pilipinas 2011 Scandal

Recently, a group of nude photos of a woman in pink who undressed herself in front of the camera, thus revealing her naked glory makes headlines in pageant forums. It was allegedly Roxanne Cabanero, the Venus Raj look-alike who is now one of the 40 official candidates of the Binibining Pilipinas 2011. Is this really Roxanne?

Two Beauty Queens Join Precious Lara Quigaman on "Mutya"

Beauty queens Daisy Reyes and Carlene Aguilar will be joining the top-rating primetime telenovela of ABS-CBN "Mutya." They will appear very, very soon. Perhaps this will be part of ABs-CBN's tactic to fill the kapamilya boobtube with beauty queens so as to program us for the coming home of Binibining Pilipinas back to their stable.

ABS-CBN started it with Venus Raj at the Umagang Kay Ganda. And now, Daisy Reyes and Carlene Aguilar -- whoa! They are surely welcome additions to the Kapamilya circle of beauty queens.

Piolo or Aljur?

Piolo Pascual and Aljur Abrenica are hunks extraordinaire from rival networks.
Who is hotter on Bench’s 2011 Return to Temptation catalog?

YOU DECIDE!!!

Expect Chile to Field a Contestant This Year @ Miss Universe 2011

After a 5-year hiatus, Chile will be back at Miss Universe (http://www.missuniversochile.cl/). The last time this South American nation participated was in 2006 with Belen Montilla.

In 2005, Chile sent a supermodel and statusque Renata Ruiz, highly favoured by Pageant Websites & Experts but failed to make it to the Top 15 in Bangkok.

Chile once won Miss Universe in 1987 with Cecilia Carolina Bolocco Fonck held in Singapore, Singapore. Apart from this, Chile has been one of the consistent countries to place in the 1980s. Chile was semifinalist in 1985 (8th Place - Claudia van Sint Jan del Pedregal), 1986 (9th Place - Mariana Villasante Aravena), 1989 (10th Place - Macarena Mina) & 1990 (5th Place - Urania Haltenhoff). The last time they placed was in 2004 with Gabriela Barros.

Chile also placed in 1978 with the ever-stunning Marianne Müller Prieto despite heavily favoured by the Mexican Press, only ended up 7th Place overall. Chile, likewise placed in 1954, 1958, 1961, 1968, 1969 and 1976.

And who can ever forget Miss Chile 1996 Andrea L'huillier and Miss Chile 1993 Savka Pollak, both heavily favoured to place during their competition years but both failed to make it. Goodluck, Chile! And welcome back!

'Happy Yipee Yehey’ is ABS-CBN’s Newest Noontime Show

ABS-CBN has just revealed the title of their newest noontime show.

Replacing Pilipinas Win na Win! which aired its last episode last New Year’s eve, ABS-CBN’s new noontime show will be called “Happy Yipee Yehey.”

According to ABS-CBNNews.com, the noontime show will be hosted by 8 celebrities, and not just 4 as earlier reported. Four of them are former noontime show hosts and they are Randy Santiago (Magandang Tanghali Bayan), John Estrada (Magandang Tanghali Bayan), Mariel Rodriguez (Wowowee) and Toni Gonzaga (Eat Bulaga!).

They will be joined by Bentong, YouTube star Jober, Juanita Banana’s Bianca Manalo, and Pinoy Big Brother winner Melai Cantiveros.

“Happy Yipee Yehey” is set to premiere on February 12, after Showtime.

Maricar Reyes Interview

Just how long can Philippine star Maricar Reyes pursue a show biz career while strictly maintaining her privacy?

So far she has limited her encounters with the press--lest some inquisitive reporters dare ask about a certain controversy that could've pushed less obstinate souls to go on exile.

But she remains very visible in the scene, primarily because of her role on the ABS-CBN primetime series "Imortal" and her endorsement deal with jewelry firm Karat World.

After some initial hesitation from her handlers, she finally agreed to lift her veil of mystery via an e-mail interview with the Inquirer.

A doctor by profession, Maricar related that she's able to shuttle between the two worlds rather effortlessly.

"I prioritize," she explained. "These days, more time is devoted to acting. Maybe there will come a season when I'll be involved in other endeavors."

She considers medicine her day job.

"I want to maintain a certain level of professionalism in both my careers as a doctor and as an actress," she pointed out.

Do her patients do a double-take whenever she takes their blood pressure?

"They are surprised," she conceded. "But honestly their reaction doesn't last that long."

It can be disconcerting, especially when a patient realizes that this doctor plays a supernatural creature on television.

Is that what she finds exciting about her "night" job? "She can leap tall buildings in a single bound," she quipped.

She hopes to do an indie film soon: "Anything different is worth exploring."

On top of medicine and acting, she has found a new job as jewelry designer for Karat World. "I share my ideas and suggestions," she related.

She described her fashion philosophy as "simple and classic." She looks up to Audrey Hepburn and Angel Aquino as style icons: "They still look elegant even in simple clothes. It's in the way they carry themselves."

Luis Manzano Reacts on Jasmine Curtis Kissing Issue

Aminado ang TV host-actor Luis Manzano na napikon siya sa naisulat na diumano'y nahuli sila ni Jasmine Curtis, ang TV5 talent at nakababatang kapatid ni Anne Curtis, na naghahalikan sa loob ng kanyang sasakyan.

Paliwanag ni Luis, "Pag naiisip ko yung isyu, nandidiri ako. Kasi naiisip ko, parang hinalikan ko yung little sister ko na si Andi. Kasi halos magkasing-edad lang sila ni Jasmine. So, kadiri lang.

"I mean, everything in itself, yung instance, sabihin nating totoo yun, magkakasama kaming nag-dinner, ako, si Anne, si Jasmine...basta marami kami. I think that was a Saturday.

"Ako, kailangan ko nang umuwi kasi may ASAP pa ako the next day. So, si Jasmine, sabi sa akin, 'Okey lang ba sumabay?' kasi may P.O.5 din siya kinabukasan.

"So, okey, sabay kami, hinatid ko siya. Beso, hug, alis. Nothing more, nothing less.

"So, hindi ko alam kung sino yung naggagaling-galingan na nakakita raw sa amin na naghahalikan!

"Nakakapikon talaga kasi, kumbaga, ang pagmamahal ko kay Jasmine, parang sa little sister ko. At sa akin, hindi ako papayag sa kahit sino na mabastos ang little sister ko, I mean si Andi.

"Para sa akin, nabastos si Jasmine dahil may mga tao na nagpi-feeling tsismosa, na hindi naman talaga alam yung nakita nila, yet kampante sila na magkalat ng katangahan!

"So, pakiusap ko, kung gagawa sila ng tsismis, sana siguraduhin na lang muna nila!" naiinis na sabi ni Luis nang makausap siya ng PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) noong Linggo, January 31, pagkatapos ng ASAP Rocks sa ABS-CBN.

Pero siya ba ay hindi posible na magkagusto sa mas bata sa kanya? Si Luis ay turning 30 na this year, while Jasmine is only 17.

"Ayokong sabihin na hindi ako magfu-fall sa mas bata. Pero mahal na mahal ko si Jasmine as a little sister, so that takes her out of the equation.

"Nakakadiri talaga yung isyu, nakikita natin kung gaano kamalisyoso yung ibang mga tao!" sabi pa niya.

Marian Rivera is Bampirella

While preparing for the highly-budgeted epicerye “Amaya”, Marian Rivera will star first in the comedy-horror mini series “Ang Spooky Mo Presents: Bampirella.”

“Ang Spooky Mo” is an upcoming weekly horror-comedy program on GMA with episodes that will last for one month. The first offering is titled “Bampirella” and it will star GMA’s Primetime Queen Marian Rivera.

“Ang Spooky Mo Presents: Bampirella” will be Marian Rivera‘s first new project on GMA for this year while the Kapuso network is preparing for her highly-budgeted epicserye “Amaya.” The episode will run for 4 weeks and it will be directed by Dominic Zapanta.

In Bampirella, Marian Rivera will play the role of a Vampire.

Angelo Reyes is Dead

Sec. Angelo Reyes dead. Committed suicide after visiting mother's grave
at Loyola Memorial Park.


Angelo Reyes committed suicide on the 51st birthday of PNoy. Angelo Tomas Reyes (1945 - February 8, 2011) was the Secretary of National Defense of the Philippines under
President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo from 2001 to 2003.
He is currently the Secretary of the Department of Energy.

Angel Locsin and Charice are Nominated in the 2011 Shorty Awards

Our very own Angel Locsin and Charice are vying against The Vampire Diaries’ Nina Dobrev, American Idol runner up Adam Lambert and Pop Princess Britney Spears in the 2011 Shorty Awards.

For two years in a row, Angel Locsin (@143redangel) is once again nominated in the Actress Shorty Award Leaders category of the 3rd Shorty Awards – a competition for best producers of real-time content (Twitter).

The “Imortal” star is currently in third place competing against Stana Katic of the American TV series Castle (currently at no. 1) and The Vampire Diaries star Nina Dobrev (currently at no. 2).

On the other hand, international singing sensation Charice (@OfficialCharice) is vying under the Celebrity Shorty Award Leaders category and is now on 17th spot following Adam Lambert (@adamlambert) who is at no. 15 and Britney Spears (@britneyspears) who is at no. 16. Following Charice are Disney stars Ashley Tisdale (#18) and Joe Jonas (#19).

Meanwhile, another Pinoy is running for an award in another category. UNTV’s Daniel Razon (@DanielRazon) is currently at no. 4 in the Journalist category.

To vote for Angel Locsin, Charice and Daniel Razon, visit the official website of the Shorty Awards. Click on the Actress category for Angel, the Celebrity category for Charice, and the Journalist category for Daniel Razon. Type in their twitter handle and the reason why do you think they deserve to win the award and submit your vote.

There are 27 other categories in the 3rd Shorty Awards. Some of the categories include Customer Service, Design, Music, Entertainment, Health, News, Politics, Humor, Literature, Televison, Social Media, etc.

Dubbed as the Oscars for Twitter writers, the Shorty Awards honor the best people and organizations on Twitter and social media.

Cosmopolitan: Richard Gutierrez and Solenn Heussaff

Celebrity Living: Sam Milby