"Amaya" Moves to Earlier Timeslot, Challenges "100 Days to Heaven"

With Captain Barbell's finale last Friday, GMA-7 decided to move Amaya to the earlier timeslot left by the Richard Gutierrez-starrer. The epicserye will now be pitted against ABS-CBN's top-rating primetime show, 100 Days to Heaven.

Will Marian Rivera be able to topple 100 Days to Heaven's high ratings?

Amaya's new timeslot will be effective tomorrow, August 1, 2011. It is also the premiere of GMA-7's new primetime series, a danserye titled Time of My Life featuring Mark Herras, Kris Bernal, and Rocco Nacino. It will be shown right after Munting Heredera.

GMA-7's lineup of primetime shows beginning August 1, 2011 will be as follows:

24 Oras
Amaya
Munting Heredera
Time of My Life
Temptation of Wife

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Kim Chiu Gets Back To Primetime via "My Binondo Girl"

Kim Chiu, ABS-CBN's Princess of Primetime, will once again prove that she deserves the title via the upcoming drama, My Binondo Girl. Set to premiere this August, Kim will play a dual role in the series – the beautiful Belinda Young and the handsome Marcus Jung.

Xian Lim, Matteo Guidicelli, and Jolo Revilla will be Kim's leading men. I wonder who she will end up with in the story, and who among the three the fans of Kim Chiu would support.

In supporting cast are Laureen Uy, Glydel Mercado, Ai-Ai de las Alas, and Cherry Pie Picache.

Check out the teaser of Kim Chiu's My Binondo Girl below.

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PBB Season 4 Japan Audition

Since Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) has already searched the whole Philippines for possible housemates, auditions are now branched out of the country to scout for Pinoys abroad worthy to live inside the PBB house.

After the July 30 Robinsons Nova Market audition which is the last PBB Season 4 audition in the country, they are now going to Japan to give a chance to our kababayans there who would like to audition.

PBB Season 4 Japan auditions will be held on August 21, 2011 at the Tokyo Sumida-Ku, Kyojima, 1-38-11 Hikifune Bunka Center from 10 AM to 5 PM.

If you have relatives living in Japan who you think would like to audition, this is the best time to contact them and tell them of this great news.

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Yes! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars in the Philippines 2011 List

John Lloyd Cruz leads Yes! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars in the Philippines 2011 list.

John Lloyd is the first male to be given the Most Beautiful Star in the Philippines award. Previous winners were Judy Ann Santos in 2007, KC Concepcion in 2008, Marian Rivera in 2009, and Kim Chiu in 2010.

Below is the complete list of Yes! Magazine's Most Beautiful Star in the Philippines 2011.

Albie Casiño
Alden Richards 
Alex Gonzaga 
Aljur Abrenica 
Andi Eigenmann 
Angel Locsin 
Angelica Panganiban 
Anne Curtis 
Azkals 
Barbie Forteza 
Bea Alonzo 
Bea Binene  
Bela Padilla  
Belle Daza   
Bianca Gonzalez   
Bianca Manalo  
Carl Guevarra  
Carla Abellana 
Chris Tiu  
Coco Martin 
Derek Ramsay 
Dingdong Dantes 
Ejay Falcon 
Ellen Adarna  
Elmo Magalona 
Empress Schuck 
Enchong Dee 
Enrique Gil

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"Westlife Gravity Tour 2011" – Live in Manila

The Irish boy band Westlife will be having a concert here in Manila as part of their Gravity Tour 2011. It will be held at Smart Araneta Coliseum on September 29, 2011, Thursday, at 8 PM.

Westlife is an Irish pop group which was formed in the late 90s. The group is composed of Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, Mark Feehily, and Shane Filan. Some of their more popular songs are Swear It Again, If I Let You Go, I Have a Dream, Fool Again, and Flying Without Wings among others.

Westlife Gravity Tour 2011 tickets prices are as follows:

PATRON VIP 101 & 103 (Reserved Seating) – 6360
PATRON (Reserved Seating) – 4770
LOWER BOX CENTER (LB 200 AND 201) (Reserved Seating) – 4770
LOWER BOX SIDES (Reserved Seating) – 3180
UPPER BOX A (Reserved Seating) – 2650
UPPER BOX B – 1590
GENERAL ADMISSION – 640

For ticket info and reservations, you may call Ticketnet at 911-5555.

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PAGASA Update on Typhoon Kabayan [July 30]

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical & Astronomical Services Admistration (PAGASA) has released the latest update regarding typhoon "KABAYAN."

At 4:00 p.m. today, "KABAYAN" intensified into a typhoon and was located based on satellite and surface data at 1,030 km East of Casiguran, Aurora (16.3°N 132.9°E) with maximum sustained winds of 120 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 150 kph. It is forecast to move North at 11 kph.

Kabayan will not make a landfall but will make most parts of the country under rainy condition.

Forecast: The Western section of Luzon and Visayas will experience monsoon rains while the rest of the country will be mostly cloudy with scattered rainshowers and thunderstorms.

Moderate to strong winds blowing from the southwest will prevail over Luzon and Visayas and coming from the southwest to west over Mindanao. The coastal waters throughout the archipelago will be moderate to rough.

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"Gandang Gabi Vice" Episode Teaser

Gandang Gabi Vice has been keeping our Sunday nights full of laughter with Vice Ganda's combination of wit and humor.

This Sunday, July 31, the episode will be extra fun as good looking, young actors grace the show. Enrique Gil, JM De Guzman, and Enchong Dee joins Vice in a funny (and a little naughty) conversation.

Singer-comedienne Marisa Sanchez and Frenchie Dy will also add more laughs as they get into an uninhibited conversation with the host.

Gandang Gabi Vice's episode teaser below.

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"Maria la del Barrio" Premieres August 15

Watch the extended trailer of Maria la del Barrio which is around 4 minutes long. The Erich Gonzales-starrer is going to premiere August 15, 2011 on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida.

The series is based on the Mexican telenovela of the same title which starrred Thalia.

Enchong Dee plays the leading man (Luis Fernando) in the series. Others in the cast include Angel Aquino as Victoria, Ian Veneracion as Don Fernando, Paw Diaz as Soraya, Inno Martin as Vladimir, K Brosas as Carlota, Justin Gonzales, Tricia Santos, and Katya Santos as Chacha, with the special participation of Ai-Ai de las Alas as Casilda.

Watch the extended trailer below.

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Niña Jose Covers FHM For the 2nd Time in August 2011 Issue

Niña Jose appears for the second time on the cover of FHM in the magazine's August 2011 issue with the cover story "In the Mood For More." Niña is topless, wearing only a bikini bottom and spiked heels.

A Pinoy Big Brother ex-housemate, Niña first appeared on FHM's cover in its March 2008 issue when she was only 19 years old.

Features in this issue:
- Make P500 Last
- Bedroom Visions
- In 3D!
- Is Your Officemate the One?
- Strike When She's Hot
- Be Alive Till 2111
- Reporting For Duty, Dear!

FHM August 2011 is available in all leading magazine stands nationwide.

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Myx VJ Search 2011 Winners

K-La Rivera, Mike Advincula, and Joyce Pring won the Myx VJ Search 2011. The finals night was held Wednesday night (July 27) at The Block Atrium, SM North EDSA.

The three bested 8 other hopefuls after months of waiting and voting.

K-La was a finalist in the recent Star Power which was won by Angeline Quinto. Mike, on the other hand, is the captain of the De La Salle University swim team while Joyce is a Fine Arts student of UP Diliman.

The finals night was hosted by Myx VJs Robin, Janine, Iya, and Chino. Performances include Maldita, SomedayDream, and Kean Cipriano.

Watch the announcement of winners in the video clip below.

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"Way Back Home" – Teaser Trailer

After the movie poster, Star Cinema has released a teaser trailer for the upcoming Way Back Home which is showing in theaters on August 17, 2011.

Way Back Home stars Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo who both became household names via the hit television series Mara Clara. Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil play the roles of their leading men in the movie.

Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, the movie also stars Agot Isidro, Tonton Gutierrez, Lotlot De Leon, Bella Flores, Ahron Villena, Jairus Aquino, Clarence Delgado, Josh Ivan Morales, and Gilleth Sandico.

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"Way Back Home" – Movie Poster

Star Cinema has released a new movie poster of Way Back Home which is set for release August 17, 2011. Way Back Home is the launching movie of Mara Clara stars Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo.

Also in the movie are Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil as the leading men. Supporting cast includes Agot Isidro, Tonton Gutierrez, Lotlot De Leon, Bella Flores, Ahron Villena, Jairus Aquino, Clarence Delgado, Josh Ivan Morales, and Gilleth Sandico.

Way Back Home is directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng.

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"Growing Up" – Teaser feat Kiray Celis

ABS-CBN has released another teaser for their upcoming teen-oriented show Growing Up featuring the funny character of Kiray Celis. She will star opposite Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo whom she also worked with in the remake Mara Clara.

Growing Up will replace the Good Vibes, which is ending soon, in its Sunday afternoon timeslot.

Watch the Growing Up teaser featuring Kiray Celis below.

video: youtube.com/AlexandraVMusic

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Andi Eigenmann Anwers Questions Regarding Pregnancy

For the first time since the pregnancy news broke out, Andi Eigenmann answered questions about her pregnancy.

ABS-CBN News got the chance to talk to the controversial young actress on her way out of the UP Theatre in Diliman, Quezon City after watching Cuchera yesterday.

When asked about her pregnancy, Andi said, "Okay naman po. Thank you."

But how is she coping with working long hours on the set of Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin? "Okay naman po. Hindi po ako nahihirapan. The staff and crew and the production are giving me the right amount of protection and care that I need at sinusuportahan nila ako dito," the pregnant actress said.

The show is said to be coming to its finale soon and the production team as well as the stars are all busy taping the final episodes.

Andi Eigenmann, who will give birth before the year ends, also expressed her thanks to her supporters for continuing to love her despite what happened.

Despite being vocal about the state of her pregnancy, Andi and her family are still mum about the identity of the baby's father.

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Incubus' "If Not Now, When?" Manila Concert [Videos]

Araneta Coliseum was packed last night, July 28, 2011, during the very successful concert of the American rock band, Incubus. The concert was part of the band's "If Not Now, When? World Tour 2011-2012."

It was Incubus' third time here in Manila. The band first staged a concert at the PICC Open Field in 2004. It was followed by another concert in 2008 at the Araneta Coliseum.

The band consists of Brandon Boyd on vocals, Mike Einziger on lead guitars, Jose Pasillas on drums, and Ben Kenney and Chris Kilmore on bass.

Incubus knew how to get screams from Filipino fans. Aside from singing songs from their new album, If Not Now, When?, they also performed well-loved Incubus songs from their previous albums like Megalomaniac, Wish You Were Here, and Nice To Know You.

Watch the videos of Incubus performing the said songs after the jump.

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Get a Smurf With Every "Happy Meal"

In time with the showing of The Smurfs, McDonald's includes the little blue creatures with every purchase of Happy Meal.

Collect all 8 characters by visiting the nearest McDonald's today.

Directed by Raja Gosnell, The Smurfs is set for Manila-release on August 10 in IMAX 3D and conventional theaters. It stars Neil Patrick Harris, Jayma Mays, Hank Azaria, and Sofia Vergara, and the voices of Jonathan Winters (Papa Smurf), Katy Perry (Smurfette), George Lopez (Grouchy Smurf), Fred Armisen (Brainy Smurf), Jeff Foxworthy (Handy Smurf), Paul Reubens (Jokey Smurf), Gary Basaraba (Hefty Smurf), John Oliver (Vanity Smurf), Kenan Thompson (Greedy Smurf),B.J. Novak (Baker Smurf), Wolfgang Puck (Chef Smurf), and Anton Yelchin as the new smurf who wasn't in the comics or animated tv show, Clumsy Smurf.

Storyline:
When the evil wizard Gargamel chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magical world and into ours – in fact, smack dab in the middle of New York’s Central Park. The Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down.

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Typhoon Kabayan Enters the Philippines

As of 4 PM today, July 28, Tropical Depression (TD) Kabayan was seen 1,000 kilometers East, Southeast of Catarman, Northern Samar (12.3°N, 134.7°E).

It has a maximum sustained winds of 65 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of 80 kilometers per hour.

TD Kabayan is moving at 15 kilometers per hour towards the Northwest direction.

Tropical Depression Kabayan is expected to leave on Sunday without a landfall.

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Azkals Lost Against Kuwait With 5-1 Aggregate

The Philippine Azkals lost the round 2 of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers against Kuwait Al-Azraq with an aggregate score of 5-1.

The Azkals scored 1 goal during the second leg of the game which was held at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila on July 28, 2011. The goal was courtesy of Stephan Schrock during the first half of the game.

Kuwait, on the other hand, scored 2 goals during the second half, ending leg 2 of the match with a score of 2-1.

The first leg of the game held last July 23 was also won by Kuwait with a score of 3-0. It was held at the Mohammad Al Hamad Stadium, Qadsia, Kuwait.

Azkals' starting 11 during leg 2 were Neil Etheridge, Anton Del Rosario, Aly Borromeo, Rob Gier, Ray Jonsson, Chieffy Caligdong, Manuel Ott, Stephan Schrock, James Younghusband, Angel Guirado, and Phil Younghusband.

Meanwhile, Kuwait's starting 11 were Ak Khaldi, Al Rashidi, Neda, Rashed, Al Qahtani, Al Ebrahim, Jumah, Al Ataiqi, Al Sulaiman, Al Enezi, Al Mutwa.

Fans who flocked Rizal Memorial Stadium continued cheering for the Azkals all throughout the game, even towards the end when they knew it was already hopeless to win.

That's just telling the Philippine National Football Team that the Pinoys are behind them whether they win or lose.

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"My Neighbor's Wife" - Character Photos

Regal Entertainment has released new character photos for My Neighbor's Wife starring Dennis Trillo, Jake Cuenca, Lovi Poe, and Carla Abellana.

Dennis Trillo as Aaron

Written and directed by Jun Lana, My Neighbor's Wife is a story about love, lies, and betrayal.

More character photos after the jump.

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"The Ides of March" - Movie Poster and Trailer

The Ides of March has released its first trailer and poster at Yahoo! Movies. George Clooney writes/directs/stars in the film which is an adaptation of the Beau Willimon play "Farragut North."

The political drama also stars Ryan Gosling, Paul Giamatti, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Marisa Tomei, Jeffrey Wright, and Evan Rachel Wood.

Synopsis:

During the frantic last days before a heavily contested Ohio presidential primary, an up-and-coming campaign press secretary finds himself involved in a political scandal that threatens to upend his candidate's shot at the presidency.

The Ides of March is set for release October 7, 2011.

Watch the trailer after the jump.

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Nora Aunor Comes Home on August 2

Nora Aunor is coming back to the Philippines after 8 long years of staying in the US. She is set to sign a contract with TV5 for a television series. She is also going to star in the movie titled El Presidente with Governor ER Ejercito.

In a radio interview with German Moreno, Nora said she will be leaving Los Angeles on the night of July 31st via Philippine Airlines. She will arrive in Manila on August 2nd.

She further said she's thankful to those who helped her get projects in the country especially to Suzette Ranillo and ER Ejercito. She is excited to see her children, siblings, and fans upon her return.

Nora Aunor was arrested for illegal drug possession at the Los Angeles International Airport in 2002. This is her first time to go back home after that incident.

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Charice's "One Day" - Music Video and Lyrics

Check out Charice's One Day music video which premiered a while ago on AOL. The song was co-written and produced by Nick Jonas for Acuvue contact lenses.

In an interview with MTV, Nick said the song is more than just contact lenses. It's a great campaign about following your dreams.

He said he flew to Boston to produce the song for Charice while the pint-sized Filipina singer was filming a movie in the area.

Watch One Day music video below.

Charice - One Day (Lyrics)

One day (x3)

They're not gonna keep me down
They're not gonna shut me out
They're gonna do what they do, I'll do me
I'm going against the crowd
I'm drowning out the doubt
They're gonna do what they do, I'll do
Something original, be unforgettable
They're gonna know my name

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"The Amazing Spider-Man" - Teaser Trailer #1

Sony Pictures has released the official teaser trailer of The Amazing Spider-Man which will be shown in 2D, 3D, and IMAX 3D on July 3, 2012. It stars Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker/Spider-Man and Emma Stone as his love interest, Gwen Stacy.

The movie also stars Irrfan Khan, Denis Leary, C. Thomas Howell, Campbell Scott, Embeth Davidtz, Annie Parisse, Chris Zylka, and Miles Elliot.

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Richard Gutierrez Hosts "Survivor Philippines" Season 4 After "Captain Barbell" Gets Axed

The Richard Gutierrez-starrer Captain Barbell is on its final week. After continuously receiving poor ratings, GMA-7 decided to axe the show. This is Gutierrez's second time to portray Captain Barbell on television, the first (and better received) one was in 2006.

But despite the poorly-received TV series, the Kapuso network is still investing on the actor by giving him the hosting job in Survivor Philippines' 4th season. This is also Gutierrez's second time to host the reality show. He took the job left by Paolo Bediones in season 3 when Bediones left GMA-7 for TV5.

Survivor Philippines Season 4 is said to start hunting for new castaways soon after Captain Barbell ends.

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"Azkals vs Kuwait" Leg 2 Live Telecast

Leg 2 of the match between the Philippine Azkals and Kuwait Al-Azraq for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers will be held tomorrow, July 28, 2011, at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila. It will be telecast live on Studio 23 and Balls HD (Sky Cable 167) at 5:30 PM (kick-off at 7 PM).

Kuwait scored 3 goals during the first leg of the game held last July 23, 2011 in Mohammad Al Hamad Stadium, Qadsia, Kuwait, beating the Azkals who didn't score a goal.

Key players of the Philippine Azkals – Aly Borromeo and Stephan Schrock – weren't able to play during the first leg due to the yellow cards they got during their last game against Sri Lanka. Now that they're back in the game (much more a home game), fans are expecting that tables will be turned.

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GMA's "Time of My Life" Coming This August

Kris Bernal is the main character in GMA-7's upcoming danserye, Time of My Life. The young actress said that she only learned the story will revolve around her character during the story conference.

The series also stars Mark Herras and Rocco Nacino who are both known for their excellent dancing skills.

And what does Kris do to prepare for the role? The young actress said the Kapuso network has put her in an intensive dance training under Party Pilipinas choreographer, Paulo Infante. The training will help her keep up with her leading men, who are also graduates of StarStruck.

At the press conference for Time of My Life, the press took notice of Kris' weight loss, which the Kapuso actress said was the result of not having rice for two months. She said she lost 15 pounds, making her only 90 pounds at the moment.

Fans need not worry, though, because Kris said she's been eating a lot lately. She wanted to gain some pounds back because people have been noticing her thin frame doesn't look good anymore on television.

Also in the cast of Time of My Life are Jean Garcia, Cherie Gil, Raymond Bagatsing, and Emilio Garcia.

Scheduled to premiere on August 1, the show is written by Des Garbes Severino and directed by Mark Reyes (musicals) and Andoy Ranay (drama).

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"Happy Feet Two" – Movie Poster

Check out the new poster of Happy Feet Two released by Warner Bros. Pictures. Directed by George Miller, this sequel to 2006's Happy Feet still features the voices of Elijah Wood as Mumble, Robin Williams as Ramon/Lovelace, and Elizabeth Daily as Baby Mumble/Erik. What's more exciting is that Pink will now be doing the voice of Gloria which was done by Brittany Murphy in the first film. Matt Damon and Brad Pitt are also in the new movie as the voices of Krill #1 and Krill #2 respectively.

Happy Feet Two will be released in 2D, 3D and IMAX 3D on November 23 in Manila, a little behind the US release date of November 18.

If you missed the movie's trailer, you can watch it by clicking here.

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Four-day Long Weekend Towards End of August 2011

There's going to be a four-day long weekend towards the end of August. Malacañang declared August 29 (Monday) and August 30 (Tuesday) as non-working holidays.

August 29 is the National Heroes' Day while August 30 is the end of Ramadan.

Better plan your holidays early.

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7th Cinemalaya Film Festival (2011) Winners

Here are the winners of the 7th Cinemalaya Film Festival (2011). Awards night was held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines last Sunday night, July 24, 2011. It was hosted by Paolo Bediones and Angel Aquino.

Directors Showcase Category
Best Sound – Diwa de Leon, “Busong (Palawan Fate)”
Best Original Music Score – Diwa de Leon, “Busong (Palawan Fate)”
Best Editing – Benjamin Tolentino, “Isda (Fable of the Fish)”
Best Production Design – Rodrigo Riccio, “Bisperas (Eve)”
Best Cinematography – Robert Yñiguez, “Bisperas (Eve)”
Best Supporting Actor – Jaime Pebangco, “Patikul”
Best Supporting Actress – Julia Clarete, “Bisperas (Eve)”
Best Actor – Bembol Roco, “Isda (Fable of the Fish)”
Best Actress – Raquel Villavicencio, “Bisperas (Eve)”
Best Director – Aureaus Solito, “Busong (Palawan Fate)”
Best Film – “Bisperas (Eve),” Jeff Jeturian

Short Films Category
Best Screenplay – Emerson Reyes, “Walang Katapusang Kwarto (An Endless Room)”
Special Jury Prize – “Hanapbuhay (Source of Living),” Gino Santos
Best Director – Rommel Tolentino, “Niño Bonito”
Best Film – “Walang Katapusang Kwarto (An Endless Room),” Emerson Reyes

Full Length (New Breed of Directors) Category

Best Sound – Mike Idioma, “Amok”
Best Original Music Score – Christine Muyco and Gemma Pamintuan, “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (The Dance of Two Left Feet)”
Best Editing – Lawrence Fajardo, “Amok”
Best Production Design – Laida Lim, “Niño”
Best Cinematography – Arvin Viola, “Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (The Dance of Two Left Feet)”
Best Screenplay – Chris Martinez, “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank (The Woman in the Septic Tank)”
Best Supporting Actor – Art Acuña, “Niño”
Best Supporting Actress – Sharmaine Buencamino, “Niño”
Best Actor – Edgar Allan Guzman, “Ligo Na U, Lapit Na Me (Star-Crossed Love)”
Best Director – Marlon Rivera, “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank (The Woman in the Septic Tank)”
Best Film – “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank (The Woman in the Septic Tank),” Marlon Rivera

Audience Choice Awards
Director’s Showcase: “Patikul,” Joel Lamangan
Short Film: “Walang Katapusang Kwarto,” Emerson Reyes
New Breed: “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank,” Marlon Rivera

Kids Treat Best Film for Children
“Patikul,” Joel Lamangan

Network for the Promotion of Cinema (NETPAC) Award (for non-competition films)
“Boundary,” Benito Bautista

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"New Year's Eve" - Trailer

Warner Bros. Pictures has just released the trailer for the star-studded New Year's Eve which will be released December 9, 2011. The film stars Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Academy Award® nominee Abigail Breslin, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, two-time Academy Award® winner Robert de Niro, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Hector Elizondo, Katherine Heigl, Ashton Kutcher, Seth Meyers, Lea Michele, Sarah Jessica Parker, Academy Award® nominee Michelle Pfeiffer, Til Schweiger, Ryan Seacrest, two-time Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank and Sofia Vergara.

New Year's Eve celebrates love, hope, forgiveness, second chances and fresh starts, in the intertwining stories of couples and singles, told amidst the pulse and promise of New York City on the most dazzling night of the year.

Watch the trailer below.

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Less "Juaning" Rains in Metro Manila (July 27, 2011)

After making a landfall in Casiguran, Aurora around 9:30 AM Wednesday, Tropical Storm Juaning was upgraded to a "severe tropical storm" with maximum sustained winds rising from 85 to 95 kilometers per hour.

Rains in Metro Manila, though, may be less compared to the amount of rainfall we experienced yesterday because the concentration of rain is in the southwest part of the storm.

However, Metro Manila still remains under Storm Signal No. 2 together with 21 other provinces. They are Aurora, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Abra, Kalinga, Ilocos Sur, Mt. Province, Isabela, La Union, Benguet, Ifugao, Pangasinan, Zambales, Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Bataan, Bulacan, Rizal, Quezon, and Polillo Island.

Areas under Storm Signal No. 1 are Ilocos Norte, Apayao, Cagayan, Cavite, Batangas, Laguna, Mindoro Provinces, Lubang Island, Marinduque, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Albay, and Burias Island.

Flashfloods and landslides are possible so people in low lying and mountainous areas under storm signals 1 and 2 are advised to evacuate. People living in coastal areas are also alerted for possible big waves brought by the storm.

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99.5 RT Presents PetixFest

99.5 RT presents PetixFest featuring some of the country's best rock bands of today. PetixFest will be held on July 29, 2011, 8 PM to 12 MN, at the Garage 88 at The Fort, and entrance is free.

Live performances include bands like Siglo, Red Velvet Skies, Mr. Fear, Burcoll, Nyctinasty, Kapnobatai, SomedayDream, Giniling Festival, Squeezers, and any more.

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Dennis Trillo Covers Inside Showbiz's "The Hot Men Issue" (August 2011)

A shirtless Dennis Trillo is the cover boy of Inside Showbiz magazine's "The Hot Men Issue" (August 2011), with the cover story "Is He the Bad Guy?" where he talks about his setup with ex-GF Carlene Aguilar and their son Calix, as well as how easy it was to move on after breaking up with Jennylyn Mercado.

Other hot men in the issue are Rayver Cruz, Aljur Abrenica, Jake Cuenca, Diether Ocampo, and Daniel Matsunaga.

There are also features on Manny Pacquiao's P390-million mansion in Forbes Park and Mark Herras' Imeldific collection. Richard Gutierrez and Piolo Pascual are pitted on the question "Who is the Network Prince?" Plus an article about Jaclyn Jose on the pregnancy of daughter Andi Eigenmann.

Inside Showbiz magazine is available in leading magazine stands across the country.

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Classes Suspended in NCR on Wednesday (July 27) Due To 'Juaning'

Department of Education-NCR Director Elena Ruiz announced Tuesday night that classes are suspended on Wednesday, July 27, 2011, due to expected heavy rains brought by Tropical Storm Juaning.

As of the time of announcement, NCR and 17 other areas are under Storm Signal No. 2. These are Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Albay, Catanduanes, Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija, Zambales, Pampanga, Tarlac, Bulacan, Bataan, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Quezon, Polillo Island, and Metro Manila.

Areas under Storm Signal No. 1 are Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Apayao, Cagayan, Abra, Kalinga, Isabela, Mt. Province, Ifugao, La Union, Benguet, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Aurora, Mindoro Provines, Lubang Island, Marinduque, Romblon, Burias Island, Masbate, Ticao Island, and Sorsogon.

Meanwhile, there has been no announcement yet regarding the suspension of classes for colleges and universities in the NCR for tomorrow. Suspension of classes for college level depends on school heads.

Update: CHED has devolved the authority to finally decide on class suspension of the tertiary level to the concerned Higher Education Institution Officials.

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Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Felt in Davao (July 26, 2011)

After the magnitude 4.9 earthquake was recently felt in the Davao area in Mindanao hours after the magnitude 5.9 earthquake that rocked Iba, Zambales.

Phililippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said the Davao earthquake was recorded at 4:02 PM, July 26, 2011, with epicenter at 39 km S 60° E of Cateel, Davao Oriental. It was tectonic in origin and no damage or aftershock was expected.

Reported intensities were as follows:
Intensity IV - Cateel, Davao Oriental
Intensity III - Davao City
Intensity II - Tagum City

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7 Dead in Albay Due to "Juaning"

Seven (7) residents of Albay have been reported dead from different causes brought about by the tropical storm Juaning. According to Albay Governor Joey Salceda, the fatalities include 3 residents of Barangay Gabon, Polangui who died in a landslide; 2 died when a tree fell on their house due to strong wind in Barangay Basicao; 1 died of electrocution; and another one died after being swept away by the flood.

Storm signal no. 2 was declared over Albay and nearby provinces of Catanduanes, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Quezon, Polillo Island, and Aurora.

Albay alone recorded 295 mm of rain for the past 24 hours. Normal average of rain for the whole month of July is 279 mm.

Salceda said that almost all of the towns are isolated due to flood. Electricity and communication lines have also been cut off.

He further said that rescue teams are all set to help out once flood waters subside.

Here in Manila, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Dinky Soliman announced that 3,000 sacks of rice are being prepared to be sent to affected residents of the Bicol region.

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"Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank" in Regular Theaters Starting August 3

The Eugene Domingo-starrer Ang Babae sa Septic Tank will be shown in regular theaters on August 3, 2011. The movie is an official Cinemalaya 2011 entry where it won several awards including Audience Choice Award, Best Film, Best Director (Marlon Rivera), Best Screenplay (Chris Martinez), and Best Actress (Eugene Domingo).

The movie also stars Kean Cipriano, JM de Guzman, and Cai Cortez with Mercedez Cabral and Cherry Pie Picache.

Watch the Ang Babae sa Septic Tank's full trailer after the jump.

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Magnitude 5.9 Earthquake Hits Zambales

A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit the Philippines on Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at exactly 1:15 AM. Epicenter was 13 km N 66° W of Iba, Zambales.

Intensity IV was felt in Clark, Pampanga; Quezon City; and Manila City, while Intensity III was felt in Makati City; and Pasig City.

There were no initial reports of damage or casualty but aftershocks are expected.

Be safe everyone!

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Lea, Chris, Cory Won't Be Leaving Glee

Our world fell apart when we learned that our favorite glee club members were not coming back for season 4. But good news Gleeks! Brad Falchuk, co-creator of Glee, announced at the Comic Con that Lea Michele, Chris Colfer, and Cory Monteith will not be leaving the hit musical show.

Here's what he said: "Here’s the exact thing: They’re seniors. They’re graduating. But that doesn’t mean they’re leaving the show... It was never our intention or plan to let these people go... They are not done with the show after this season.”

He also revealed that they had discussed the possibility of a spin-off with the three graduates trying to start a career in Broadway but it probably wouldn't happen.

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Kuwait Wins Against Azkals With 3-0 Score

Kuwait Al-Azraq won against the Philippine Azkals with a score of 3-0 in leg 1 of their match held July 23, 2011 in Mohammad Al Hamad Stadium, Qadsia, Kuwait for the second round of 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers.

The Kuwait team was really strong and had a good game plan but the Azkals gave their best in the game. It could have turned out differently if Aly Borromeo and Stephan Schrock were able to play. They missed this match for accumulating two yellow cards during the round 1 with Sri Lanka.

The second leg of round two will be held here in Manila on July 28 at the Rizal Memorial Stadium. Let's all give the Azkals our support and hope that they get at least 4 in their home game.

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Azkals vs Kuwait Live Tonight on ABS-CBN

Philippine Azkals go against Kuwait Al-Azraq for the second round of 2014 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. The first leg of the game will be held tonight at Mohammad Al Hamad Stadium, Qadsia in Kuwait.

Live telecast will be aired tonight over ABS-CBN at 11:30 PM. The game kicks off 12:30 AM. If that's too much for your sleepy eyes, you can catch the replay tomorrow at 9:30 AM on the same channel. It will also be replayed on BALLS at 3 PM tomorrow, July 24th, then later at night, 10 PM, on Studio 23.

This is so far the farthest the Azkals had gone in the World Cup, and Kuwait, the toughest. The Kuwait Al-Azraq is ranked 102nd in FIFA World Ranking while Philippine Azkals is ranked 159th.

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Devon Summerhayes by Joseph Ong

Elite Milan model Devon Summerhayes is in the pages of Zee Lifestyle magazine's Men's Issue (July 2011). Photographed by Joseph Ong, the international model wears clothes from Levi's.

Considered as the lifestyle bible for Cebu and Davao, Zee Lifestyle Men's Issue is available in all leading bookstores.

More photos and BTS video of the Devon Summerhayes shoot after the jump.

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Marian Rivera Releases Official Statement Regarding Heart Evangelista Incident

Marian Rivera has released an official statement regarding the incident with Heart Evangelista through her manager, Popoy Caritativo.

Popoy sent this to Philippine Entertainment Portal:

“I have spoken with Marian earlier and we have decided that for the sake of peace and out of respect to GMA, she will no longer speak about this incident so that the issue can be put to rest.

"She has already said her piece on this matter before and has already moved on from it.

"Although it’s hard for her to remain silent, she knows that there are times that peace is the better option. So she chooses peace.

"And she hopes that her supporters and fans would respect her decision. Marian sends them her love and gratitude. Thank you."

Marian is opting to keep mum about the issue believing that it would eventually fade if she did so. She chooses not to belie Heart's accusation that she (Marian) shouted at and threatened her.

Let's just hope that Lovi Poe, who was said to be the one who saw what happened, speaks out about it.

Marian, Heart, and Lovi are all in the cast of Temptation Island. It was in the filming of the said movie where the shouting incident happened.

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"Maria la del Barrio" Airs August 2011

ABS-CBN is finally airing the Erich Gonzales-Enchong Dee starrer Maria la del Barrio next month, August 2011, on Primetime Bida. The series is based on the Mexican telenovela of the same title which starred Thalia.

Erich Gonzales plays Maria la del Barrio opposite Enchong Dee's Luis Fernando. Others in the cast include Angel Aquino as Victoria, Ian Veneracion as Don Fernando, Paw Diaz as Soraya, Inno Martin as Vladimir, K Brosas as Carlota, Justin Gonzales, Tricia Santos, and Katya Santos as Chacha, with the special participation of Ai-Ai de las Alas  as Casilda.

Watch Maria la del Barrio's trailer after the jump.

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Blush Makes US TV Debut; Angeli Flores Makes Pinoys Proud

Another Filipina is making us proud – Angeli Flores of the pan-Asian girl group called Blush. The group had their US TV debut via So You Think You Can Dance a few hours back.

The group performed their single titled Undivided featuring "the legendary" Snoop Dogg. Angeli was obviously the groups lead, and we're quite happy with that.

Watch Blush's first US TV performance with their song Undivided on So You Think You Can Dance below.

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Star Cinema Launches Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo in "Way Back Home"

Star Cinema has just released publicity photos for their upcoming movie titled Way Back Home which will launch the Mara Clara stars Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo.

The movie will also star Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil as their respective leading men. The two are replacements to AJ Perez, who passed away last April, and Albie Casiño, who was said to be pulled out of the movie for being involved in the Andi Eigenmann controversy.

Directed by Jerry Lopez-Sineneng, Way Back Home will be released August 17, 2011.

Four more photos after the jump.

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Marian Rivera on MOD Magazine's July 2011 Cover

Kapuso star Marian Rivera is on the cover of MOD magazine's July 2011 issue with the cover story "Marian Reigns: The Prime Time Queen Reclaims Her Throne."

Marian Rivera, who stars in the movie Temptation Island, also plays the lead character in GMA-7's top ranking primetime epicserye Amaya. The primetime queen is also quite controversial as of late due to alleged incidents with Heart Evangelista and Sam Pinto.

Heart Evangelista, on the evening news last night, claimed that Marian went to her dressing room and angrily shouted insults at her while they were shooting Temptation Island. The confrontation, according to Heart, stemmed from her announcement that she was excited to work in a TV project with Dingdong Dantes, who is Marian's current boyfriend.

Sam Pinto, on the other hand, said in her interview with tabloid columnist Pete Ampoloquio Jr that her "misery" started when she was linked with Dingdong Dantes. According to the interview, Marian went as far as to bump her on purpose one time. Good thing Sam was able to dodge.

Sam was actually the first one to talk about her issues with Marian. Heart kept her silence for a while and only spilled the beans after her Brazil trip with boyfriend Daniel Matsunaga.

Is there a hate campaign going on against the Kapuso Primetime Queen? I hope not.

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Julie Ann San Jose Front Acts David Archuleta Concert [Videos]

Watch Julie Anne San Jose perform three songs during her front act stint at David Archuleta's Araneta Coliseum concert last July 18, 2011.

The Kapuso teen star sang Decode (Paramore), Super Bass (Nicki Minaj), California King Bed (Rihanna), and Edge of Glory (Lady Gaga). She slipped and fell on the stage during her Decode performance but she stood up and continued the show like a true professional.

Below are the videos of Julie Anne San Jose front acting at David Archuleta's concert (courtesy of YouTube's einah08 and adreith).

Decode:

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PBB Season 4 Audition on July 30 at Robinsons Fairview

Pinoy Big Brother Season 4 is holding an audition at Robinsons Nova Market in Fairview on July 30, from 8 AM to 3 PM. The audition is open to all Filipinos, 18-35 years old.

The audition teaser below.

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Lovi Poe and Rocco Nacino Star in "Mistaken Identity"

Lovi Poe and Rocco Nacino star in a four-part romantic drama special titled Mistaken Identity.

Mistaken Identity was shot in an island in Ilocos. It is about an aspiring travel writer in search of her first big story but found love instead.

The mini-series also stars Gloria Diaz and Luis Alandy, under the direction of Topel Lee.

The series will air on four Saturdays beginning tomorrow, July 23, at 11 AM, right before Eat Bulaga! only on GMA-7.

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All Time Low Live at the Araneta Coliseum

The American Idol 10 finalists are not the only ones coming to the country this September 2011. So if you think the AI concert tickets are priced unreasonably high, you have a choice cuz All Time Low is also having a concert here on September 22, 2011, 8 PM, at the Araneta Coliseum. All Time Low's front row seats are actually much cheaper than American Idol's Lower Box.

All Time Low is a pop punk band consisting of Alexander Gaskarth on lead vocals, Jack Barakat on lead guitars and back vocals, Zachary Merrick on bass and back vocals, Rian Dawson on drums.

Tickets are now available thru Ticketnet and are priced as follows:
VIP (Reserved Seating) – 4755
Patron A (Reserved Seating) – 4225
Patron B (Reserved Seating) – 3700
Lower Box VIP (Reserved Seating) – 3700
Lower Box Reg (Reserved Seating) – 3170
Upper Box A (Reserved Seating) – 2640
Upper Box B – 1060
General Admission – 530

For ticket info, you may call Ticketnet at 9115555 or visit their website at ticketnet.com.ph

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Raquel Zimmermann on Vogue Espanha August 2011 Cover

28-year-old Brazilian model Raquel Zimmerman is Vogue Espanha's cover girl for the month of August 2011.

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Manny Pacquiao's Manila Polo Club Application Rejected

It was reported last month that Manny Pacquiao has bought a house at Forbes Park in Makati for a rumored sum of P388 million. As we all know, Forbes Park is where the multi-millionaires of the country resides.

Forbes Park has this exclusive elite club called Manila Polo Club (MPC). It was said that the boxing superstar applied for membership at the said club but was rejected.

It was said that the MPC is a small club in a small village and the club want to preserve a lifestyle. MPC is said to be strict with members bringing in guests. Perhaps they're worried that Manny Pacquiao would bring in his whole entourage as guests every time he goes there.

Too bad.

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2011 MTV Video Music Award Nominees

MTV has just released the nominees for the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) and Katy Perry got the most number of nominations with nine, followed by Adele with seven nominations.

I love Adele's Rolling in the Deep, but Katy Perry's Firework would be a tough competition.

Below is the complete list of nominees for the 2011 MTV VMAs. I don't know but I'm more excited to see the performances than the nominees. I'm kinda sure Adele would sing Rolling in the Deep. Can't wait.

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Maria Aragon To Become a Kapamilya

Maria Aragon, the Filipino-Canadian kid who became famous for covering Lady Gaga's Born This Way, is now in Manila to become a Kapamilya!

Maria Aragon will be signing a contract with ABS-CBN for record deal(s) and TV appearances. The 11-year-old YouTube sensation, who has worked with Piolo Pascual in the Toronto leg of the heartthrob's concert tour last March, said she is excited to work with Piolo and Martin Nievera now that she's a fellow Kapamilya.

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American Idol 10 Finalists Live in Manila

The American Idol 10 finalists are having a concert here in Manila on September 20, 8 PM, at the Araneta Coliseum. This is the first time that the country is included in the American Idol Live Tour and I'm sure every Idol fan is excited.

There are 11 finalists in season ten because the judges used the "Judges Save" too early (before the Top 10) to save Casey Abrams.

The 11 finalists include the Filipino-American Thia Megia and I think that's reason enough for Pinoys to see the show.

Aside from Thia, other finalists include Scotty McCreery,  Haley Reinhart, Lauren Alaina, James Durbin, Casey Abrams, Jacob Lusk, Pia Toscano, Paul McDonald, Stefano Langone, and Naima Adedapo.

Ticket Prices:
VIP – P12,000
Patron A – P11,500
Patron B – 10,000
Lower Box VIP – P7,500
Lower Box Regular – P5,500
Upper Box A – P3,500
Upper Box B – P1,500
General Admission – P700

There's a 10% early bird discount from July 20-27 on Upper Box A & B only. For more info, call 9115555.

This concert is made possible by ETC, Jack TV, and Ovation Productions.

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Incubus Live in Manila

Incubus will perform live at the Araneta Coliseum on July 28, 2011, Thursday, at 8 PM, for the much-awaited If Not Now, When? World Tour.

If Not Now, When? is Incubus' seventh studio album which was released July 12, 2011 following an extended hiatus. Tracks include If Not Now, When?, Promises, Promises, Friends and Lovers, Thieves, Isadore, The Original, Defiance, In the Company of Wolves, Switchblade, Adolescents, and Tomorrow's Food.

Ticket prices to the July 28 album are as follows:
Patron 101 Standing – 6,000
Patron 103 Standing – 5,500
Patron Seated – 6,500
Lower Box Up – 6,500
Lower Box Regular – 4,500
Upper Box A – 3,000
Upper Box B – 1,500
Gen Admission - 750

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Amanda Coling Defers Legal Action Against Azkals

Amanda Coling, the woman allegedly raped by some of the Philippine Azkals team members (read related post), has come out with a statement regarding the said incident. She's willing to accept apologies from those who "raped" her, and is deferring legal action against Anton del Rosario, Simon Greatwich, Jason Sabio and Neil Etheridge.

Surprised?

The commercial mode/events host has already made quite a buzz with the rape scandal. I guess that's just what she wanted, after all. And now that she already had her 15 minutes of fame, she's "moving on" with her life and cancels legal action.

You can view Amanda Coling's statement (through her lawyer) after the jump.

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"The Amazing Spider-Man" – Scene Shot

Check out this The Amazing Spider-Man scene featuring the handsome Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker/Spider-Man and Emma Stone as Gwen Stacy. The movie drops July 3, 2012, and I must say this is definitely one of the most anticipated movies of 2012.

The movie also stars Irrfan Khan, Denis Leary, C. Thomas Howell, Campbell Scott, Embeth Davidtz, Annie Parisse, Chris Zylka, Miles Elliot, and Emma Stone as Gwen Stacy.

The Amazing Spider-Man's first teaser trailer is scheduled to come out in 2 days. Can't wait!

photo: ew.com via Columbia Pictures

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Isabelle Daza and Georgina Wilson on "Chalk" August 2011 Cover

Pretty faces Isabelle Daza and Georgina Wilson are the August 2011 cover girls of Chalk magazine with the cover story "Secrets of the Queen Bees." The issue is the mag's 11th Anniversary Special.

Daughter of the former Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, Isabelle Daza is conquering the television scene via GMA-7. As of late, she is co-hosting Manny Many Prices with Manny Pacquiao.

Georgina Wilson, on the other hand, became a household name when she became one of the guest judges in the talent competition, Showtime, of ABS-CBN.

The two are already friends even before they started their showbiz careers.

Other features in this issue:
- Bright Young Manila
- Should You Date an Older Guy
- Put Your Pretty On!
- Losing a Loved One

Chalk magazine is available for only P95 at all leading magazine stands.

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"Final Destination 5" – Main Trailer

Warner Bros. Pictures has released the main trailer of Final Destination 5 which stars Nicholas D'Agosto, Emma Bell, and Arlen Escarpeta. Directed by Steven Quale, the movie is showing August 24, 2011 in the Philippines.

The movie also stars P.J. Byrne, Tony Todd, Jacqueline MacInnes Wood, David Koechner, Courtney B. Vance, Ellen Wroe, Miles Fisher, Tanya Hubbard, Tim Fellingham, Ian Thompson, and Andy Nez.

Synopsis:

Death is just as omnipresent as ever, and is unleashed after one man's premonition saves a group of coworkers from a terrifying suspension bridge collapse. But this group of unsuspecting souls was never supposed to survive, and, in a terrifying race against time, the ill-fated group frantically tries to discover a way to escape Death's sinister agenda.

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Gretchen Barretto on Metro August 2011 Cover

Gretchen Barretto is on the cover of Metro magazine's August 2011 issue with the cover story "Gretchen Barretto Wears Prada, Showbiz's Queen of High Fashion's Latest Reinvention."

Gretchen was last seen on ABS-CBN's Magkaribal. As of late, she is reported to return to primetime TV via the Kapamilya network's upcoming Muling Buksan ang Puso where she will star opposite Angelica Panganiban and KC Concepcion.

Other features in Metro magazine's August 2011 issue:
- New Fashion Trends
- Choose Your Star Style
- Lights, Camera, Action!

Metro magazine is available for only P150 wherever magazines are sold.

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Pupil's "20/20" Music Video Launch

Pupil will launch the music video for their single 20/20 on July 22, 2011, 7:30 PM, at Top Shelf, Fully Booked in High Street of Bonifacio Global City.

Other performers include Outerhope and Mayo Baluyut with Revenge Avenger.

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"The Dark Knight Rises" – Teaser Trailer

After last week's poster, the teaser trailer of Christopher Nolan's much-awaited The Dark Knight Rises has been released by Warner Bros. Pictures with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2.

The movie stars Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Juno Temple, Josh Pence, Daniel Sunjata, Nestor Carbonell, Matthew Modine, Tom Conti, Joey King, Brett Cullen, Chris Ellis and Josh Stewart.

Written by David Goyer and Jonathan Nolan, The Dark Knight Rises is showing July 20, 2012 in conventional theaters and IMAX 3D.

Watch the movie's teaser trailer below.

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Bench Unveils New Philippine Volcanoes Billboard

After Mandaluyong City Mayor Benhur Abalos requested the removal of the Philippine Volcanoes Bench Body billboards in EDSA for inappropriateness, Bench had come up with replacement ads to continue their support for the Philippine rugby team.

Bench billboards | Lei Alvis, GMA News

No more rugby players in skimpy briefs. Just the words Throw Your Support Behind the Philippine Volcanoes.

Abalos requested the removal of the billboards because according to him, it's in the center of Metro Manila where even young kids can see them. He was quick to add, though, that the move wasn't a moral issue because he's not very conservative himself.

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Kris Aquino Gets Angry with Binay

Kris Aquino got angry with Makati Mayor Junjun Binay over the statements he made in a Philippine Star interview.

In the interview, Binay confirmed that they were dating, which surprised the actress/TV host.

Kris, however, said that she had never gone out with anyone since separating from James Yap fourteen months ago. She and Binay were with their respective kids during the Justin Bieber concert.

The Kris TV host also said that the witty remark Binay made about marriage offended her. In the same Philippine Star interview, Binay said, "Why do people marry? Because of lack of knowledge...Why do people separate? Because of lack of experience...Why do people remarry? Because of loss of memory."

Kris said Binay already apologized but she decided it would be best if they avoid each other.

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Itchyworms Launches "Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal" Tonight

Itchyworms cordially invites you to the launch of their latest single, Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal, and its music video which is happening tonight, 10 PM, at Route 196 in Katipunan Extension, Quezon City.

The music video is directed by King Palisoc and stars celebrities who are the band's close friends (so we're kinda sure Jug's (the lead vocals) Showtime friends will be in the music video).

Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal is a classic from Levi Celerio. Can't wait to hear how Itchyworms would put their own touch to the song.

Other performers include Philia, Tanya Markova, Magikel, and AkoSiChris from Hoboken, New Jersey.

Entrance is free.

video: youtube.com/itchywormslive

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Azkals' Paul Mulders Injured, Might Not Play Against Kuwait

Paul Mulders, the attacking midfielder of the Philippine Azkals, might not be able to play in the team's match against Kuwait for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Preliminary Competition in Asia.

The Fil-Dutch footballer suffered an open wound during their game in Sri Lanka. It worsened on Tuesday as bacteria got into the wound and spread out, to the point that he already had fever and his knee was so swollen it was already as big as his thigh. He was admitted to the emergency room last Saturday to undergo a procedure that would remove the infection.

With the infection gone, Paul is already okay but he's still recuperating and taking antibiotics. If he does not heal in time, he might miss their away match against Kuwait which will happen on Saturday, July 23. He already missed his club's (ADO Den Haag) away match against FK Tauras-Lithuania in the UEFA Europa League due to the injury.

Paul says he's in touch with Azkals coach Michael Weiss and manager Dan Palami and promises to play if he gets well enough.

He was touched when some of his Azkals teammates emailed him to let him know that they need him to win in their next big game.

If he couldn't play, that would mean three less players from the team since Aly Borromeo and Stephan Schrock both got a yellow card in their home game against Sri Lanka last July 3, 2011.

photo: phlazkals.com

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