Ram Revilla murder suspects apprehended

Ram Revilla killed in his home last Friday.

Two suspects in the murder of actor Ram Revilla have been arrested by the police Monday, ABS-CBN reported.

They are Michael Cruz Altia and Roy Francis Tolisora who are alleged hired killers. The two, including 3 other suspects who are still at large, are accused of shooting and stabbing Revilla to death inside his house in Parañaque City, last Friday, as well as shooting Revilla's girlfriend Janelle Manahan who survived the attack.

Revilla's brother who happens to be Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla, Jr. had offered P500,000 bounty for information that would lead to the apprehension of those involved in the crime.

According to a TV Patrol report, the "love-triangle" angle as motive in the killing of the 22-year old actor had been dumped by investigators since there is not enough evidence to support it.

Meanwhile, an ABS-CBN report says that investigators are now looking into the possibility of a relative to have masterminded the murder.

Kim Chiu is Meg Magazine's November 2011 covergirl

Kim Chiu is on this month's cover of Meg Magazine! Check out the said cover below:

Kim Chiu's Meg Magazine November 2011 issue

In this issue, our pretty Binondo Girl talks about this year bringing out the "tougher, more beautiful and better" her.

Also included in this issue are articles about the best of 2011, dozens of gift ideas, how to have a super- hero or villain look, steps to avoid gaining weight during the holiday seasons, and a lot more.

The issue will be out this November 2011.

7 billionth baby arrives in the Philippines

7 billionth baby Danica May Camacho | Photo courtesy of AP

The 7 billionth occupant of the world has arrived! She is Danica May Camacho, a 5.5-pound premature baby, who was born at 11:58 p.m. on Sunday at Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital in Manila, Philippines.

The symbolic 7 billionth baby was welcomed with a chocolate cake marked "7B Philippines" and various gifts including a college scholarship.

Since thousands of baby are being born each hour, it is impossible to determine who and where the 7 billionth will be born. The United Nations decided to hold a series of "7 billionth baby" festivities worldwide which started in the Philippines and will be held in other parts of the world, today, October 31, 2011.

Dr. Eric Tayag of the Department of Health told the media that 7 billion is something to think about "deeply."

"We should really focus on the question of whether there will be food, clean water, shelter, education and a decent life for every child," he said. "If the answer is 'no,' it would be better for people to look at easing this population explosion."

The world's population had reached its first billion in 1804. A century after, another 1 billion people were born, cascading in the 20th century: 3 billion in 1959; 4 billion in 1974; 5 billion in 1987; 6 billion in 1998.

Katy Perry Live In Manila Concert 2012 | Ticket Prices, Venue and Schedule

Katy Perry is coming back to the Philippines! The "Fireworks" singer is set to stage another one-night concert in the Manila on January 22, 2012 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, according to music-video products retailer Odyssey.

Katy Perry Live In Manila Concert 2012

Ticket prices and other information about the said Katy Perry Live in Manila Concert 2012 will be posted here once available. You can like Noypistuff on Facebook for the meantime: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Noypistuff/117502194997452

 Update: Katy Perry Live in Manila 2012 Concert Ticket Prices:

Diamond (Reserved Seating) - P10448
Titanium (Free Seating ) - P6844
Gold (Free Seating) - P3710
Silver (Standing) - P1620
Bronze (Standing) - P889

Tickets will be available starting November 8, 2011. For ticket and other inquiries, please call 891-9999 or 470-2222.

An award-winning recording artist, Katy Perry has released chart-topping singles such as "I Kissed a Girl," "Teenage Dream," and "Fireworks." She is currently touring the world for her California Dreams Tour which has the setlist below:

Encore: "California Gurls"
"Teenage Dream"
"Hummingbird Heartbeat"
"Waking Up in Vegas"
"Ur So Gay"
"Peacock"
"I Kissed a Girl"
"Circle the Drain"
"E.T."
"Who Am I Living For?"
"Pearl"
"Not Like the Movies"
"The One That Got Away" (Performed in replacement of a medley)
Medley: "Only Girl (In the World)" / Big Pimpin'" / "Whip My Hair"
"Thinking of You"
"Hot n Cold" (contains elements of "I Want Candy")
"Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)"
"I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)" (contains elements of "Girls Just Want to Have Fun")
"Firework"

Most probably, they will be the same songs that Perry will perform in Manila.

Katy Perry had visited Manila for a one-night concert back in 2009.

Erich Gonzales meets Mario Maurer (Photo)

Erich Gonzales has met Thai actor Mario Maurer in person for the first time in a dinner on Thursday.

On this photo posted by Joyce Ramirez of PR Asia on Twitter, Erich and Mario look so good together, making fans excited about their upcoming movie titled "Suddenly, It's Magic."

Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales | Photo courtesy of Joyce Ramirez

To be shot mostly in Thailand, Erich and Mario's movie, according to Ramirez, will be about "a Thai celebrity who was betrayed by the one he loves so he escapes his country and visits Manila where the story begins."

Mario is currently in the country for his Penshoppe endorsement. He as well signed a one-movie contract with Star Cinema on Wednesday. His movie with Erich will reportedly be released next year.

Meanwhile, Erich is gracing on the cover of Women's Health Magazine's November 2011 issue. Take a look of her cover photo here: http://noypistuff.blogspot.com/2011/10/erich-gonzales-shamcey-supsup-nora.html

Ellona Santiago of InTENsity shines on 'X Factor'

InTENsity, one of the finalists of USA's "The X Factor," has a Filipina member named Ellona Santiago.

Ellona Santiago's profile picture on Twitter

During the group's performance on the first live episode of the show, Ellona, 14, was specially mentioned by the judges for her impressive singing.

"You in the red jacket have got an amazing voice," judge Simon Cowell said.

After all the Group Category contestants performed, it was revealed that InTENsity, who did a cover of Kenny Loggins' "Footlose," will be advancing to the next round of the competition together with 11 other acts.

Check out InTENsity's "Footlose" performance below:

InTENsity performing "Footlose" by Kenny Loggins

Manny Pacquiao is Men's Health Magazine's November 2011 coverguy

Boxing champ and Sarangani Representative Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao is delivering a knockout punch on the cover of the November 2011 issue of Men's Health Magazine Philippines. Check out Ninong Pacman's cover below:

Manny Pacquiao's Men Health Magazine Cover

 Manny Pacquiao is currently in his final three weeks of intense training for his fight next month, his defense of the World Boxing Organization (WBO) welterweight title against three-division world champion Juan Manuel Marquez. The highly anticipated boxing duel will be held on November 12, 2011 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

$1 million coin: World's largest, most valuable gold bullion minted (Video)

$1 million coin minted in Australia.

A $1 million coin, which is the world's largest gold bullion coin, has been minted by The Perth Mint, Australia's historic precious metals Mint.

Inspired by the popular Australian kangaroo gold coin series, the $1 million coin is made from 99.99% pure gold. With a massive weight of 1,000kg, the magnificent giant coin symbolizes one of the Mint's most extraordinary accomplishments in its 112 year history.

Australia's $1 million coin measures nearly 80cms wide and more than 12cms deep, making it the new biggest gold coin in the planet. The previous record holder was the 1 million dollar gold maple leaf coin released by the Royal Canadian Mint in May 2007 - the coin weighs 100kg and measures 50cms in diameter and 3cms in thickness.

Perth's $1 million coin is also the world's most valuable gold bullion coin. It reportedly has a USD55 million price tag on it.

Watch the world's largest and most valuable coin being made through the Youtube video below:

$1 million coin being made in Australia | Video courtesy The Perth Mint

Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales' movie 'Suddenly It's Magic' to push through

Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales will be pairing up for a movie under Star Cinema soon!

Mario Maurer and Erich Gonzales movie "Suddenly It's Magic" in the works! | Photo courtesy of "Solid Erichong"

A few months ago, it was reported that Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer who inked an edorsement deal with Filipino clothing line Penshoppe will also be doing a movie in the country. During that time, however, it was not yet clear who will be his Filipina leading lady in the upcoming movie. Kim Chiu's name came out but according to reports, it was Erich Gonzales who was recommended by Star Cinema because of her "acting skills" and "Filipina looks" which made her a "perfect fit for the role."

Mario Maurer has arrived in Manila on Wednesday and on the same day he signed a one-movie contract with Star Cinema. It was revealed that day that it is indeed Erich Gonzales who will topbill the movie with Mario Maurer.

The said Mario Maurer-Erich Gonzales movie has been given the title “Suddenly It’s Magic” and will be released in 2012.

According to Joyce Ramirez of PR Asia Worldwide, "Suddenly It's Magic" will be about "a Thai celebrity who was betrayed by the one he loves so he escapes his country and visits Manila where the story begins."

Erich Gonzales, Shamcey Supsup and Nora Aunor | November 2011 Magazine Covers Roundup

Young Kapamilya actress Erich Gonzales, beauty queen Shamcey Supsup, and Superstar Nora Aunor are among the female celebrities who are gracing on the cover of the November 2011 issues of popular magazine publications in the country. Check out the said covers below:

"Maria la del Barrio" star Erich Gonzales is Women's Health Magazine 2011 covergirl.

Miss Universe 2011 Third Runner-up Shamcey Supsup covers Metro Magazine's November 2011 issue

Superstar Nora Aunor graces on the cover of the November 2011 issue of Preview Magazine

Which magazine cover do you like best? Feel free to comment below.

The Brewer Boys' 'Faith' not enough to send them to 'X Factor' Finals

The Fil-Am singing duo of "The X Factor," The Brewer Boys, did a good job in their rendition of George Michael's "Faith." Judge Simon Cowell noted that they "progressed."

However, comparatively, the Brewer Boys’ performance could not stand up to the competition for judge Paula Abdul, who cut the boys from her category.

The Brewers Boys were among the 5 semifinalists who were sent home during last night's live episode of USA's "The X Factor." The boys shared the same faith with Tiah Tolliver, Simone Battle, Phillip Lomax and Dexter Haygood.

“We feel good. We just want to thank the judges. Thank you so much, Miss Paula, for everything. We've learned a lot,” Justin Brewer said on last night's show.

Check out below The Brewer Boys' "Faith" performance:


Read more about The Brewer Boys here: http://noypistuff.blogspot.com/2011/10/filipino-american-brothers-justin-and.html

Nicholas Sparks arrives in Manila

Internationally-bestselling author and screenwriter Nicholas Sparks is now in Manila, Philippines. He arrived Wednesday night and is in the country for a couple of book-signing events.

Nicholas Sparks will be at The Podium at 5 p.m. tomorrow, October 28, 2011, and at Powerbooks Greenbelt 4 on October 29 at 11 a.m. He will be signing copies of his latest top-selling novel "The Best of Me."

Via his official Twitter account, the 45-year-old writer said he is enjoying his time in Manila.

"Having a fantastic time in Manila! What a wonderful place! And the people are great!," he said.

Sparks had also shared learning Tagalog from his aunt who is from Manila.

"Aking tiyahin ay mula sa Maynila. Siya itinuro sa akin (sic)," he tweeted "I tried to say that my aunt is from Manila. She used to talk to me and taught me to say some stuff."

One of the best selling novelists in the world, Nicholas Sparks has written some of our most beloved bestsellers such as "The Notebook," "A Walk to Remember" and "The Last Song." The three books had been turned into movies.

Iza Calzado bares all for Esquire Magazine's November 2011 cover

Iza Calzado is baring it all (well, almost all) on the cover of the November 2011 issue of Esquire magazine.

Iza Calzado graces the cover of Esquire Philippines second issue

This is the second issue of the magazine in the Philippines and the 29-year-old Kapuso actress is its first female cover.

According to Esquire Philippines, Iza Calzado's cover is its tribute to the classic Esquire USA cover of Angelina Jolie in July 2007 which has the same theme. Check it out below.

Angelina Jolie's July 2007 cover for Esquire USA

The November 2011 issue of Esquire Philippines is now out and contains the following special features in it:

---"Lourd De Veyra on Women"
---"Ornussa Cadness on the business of being beautiful"
---"The myths that make up Samantha Richelle"
---"From Ateneo Graduate to American Pornstar: A Dialogue With Gang Badoy"
---"Miriam Defensor Santiago is not Insane!"
---"The Esquire Quiz on the Inner Lives of Women"
---"A Guide to Shopping for the Woman in your Life >>> and Survive it!"
---"How to Treat a Pregnant Woman (especially if it’s her first!)"

'Ang Elevator ng Lagim:' Interactive Youtube video from TV5

TV5 has a very cool way of promoting its new horror program titled "Regal Shocker."

A screengrab of "Ang Elevator ng Lagim"

The network has come up with an interactive Youtube video called "Ang Elevator ng Lagim" which looks spooky and for sure will get many people interested. Check out the video below which will link you to a few more. Its setting is inside an elevator and it will ask you to select which floor will you choose to go to escape death. Be careful in choosing - a wrong move will cost your life!

"Ang Elevator ng Lagim" Interactive Youtube Video courtesy of TV5

Hint: Think "Date"

"Regal Shocker" will premiere on TV5 at 8:30p.m. on November 5, 2011 (Saturday).

Great job, Kapatid!

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Top-Earning Dead Celebrities 2011 named by Forbes

They may be dead but they are earning way more than many living people. Here's this year's list of "Top-Earning Dead Celebrities" compiled by financial website Forbes.com.

1. Michael Jackson (d. 2009) – $170 million
2. Elvis Presley (d. 1977) – $55 million
3. Marilyn Monroe (d. 1962) – $27 million
4. Charles Schulz (“Peanuts” cartoonist, d. 2000) – $25 million
5. Elizabeth Taylor (d. 2011) – $12 million
6. John Lennon (d. 1980) – $12 million
7. Albert Einstein (d. 1955) – $10 million
8. Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss, d. 1991) – $9 million
9. Jimi Hendrix (d. 1970) – $7 million
10. Stieg Larsson (author, d. 2004) – $7 million
11. Steve McQueen (actor, d. 1980) – $7 million
12. Richard Rodgers (songwriter, d. 1979) – $7 million
13. George Harrison (d. 2011) – $6 million
14. Bettie Page (actress, d. 2008) – $6 million
15. Andy Warhol (d. 1987) – $6 million

The Forbes' "Top-Earning Dead Celebrities" list takes into account any deceased famous personality who has earned at least $6 million between October 2010 and October 2011.

"For the most part, earnings come from things like music royalties (John Lennon), book sales (Dr. Seuss) or the licensing of one’s image and likeness (McQueen)," Forbes wrote.

'Praybeyt Benjamin,' 'Puss in Boots,' 'In Time' etc. open in cinemas this week

Here are the movies opening in local cinemas this week.


"Praybeyt Benjamin" - When a civil war in the Philippines breaks out, a gay man born into a military family is forced to enlist in place of his ailing father."
Cast - Vice Ganda, Andrew Wolff, Derek Ramsay, Jimmy Santos, John Lapus, Paolo Hubalde, etc.
Director - Wenn V. Deramas


"Ang Sayaw Ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa" - A college stude30 Minutes or Lessnt pursues an attraction to his literature professor by enrolling in her dance class. He enlists the help of her assistant to help him learn the dances, and their closeness reveals something more.
Cast - Jean Garcia, Paulo Avelino, Rocco Nacino, etc.
Diretor - Alvin Yapan


"30 Minutes or Less" - Two would-be criminals kidnap a pizza delivery boy, strap a bomb on his chest, and instruct him to rob a bank for them. The pizza delivery boy now has just a few hours to complete this task, or else the bomb will detonate.
Cast - Aziz Ansari, Danny McBride, Jesse Eisenberg, Nick Swardson, etc.
Director - Ruben Fleischer


"I Don't Know How She Does It"- A working mom tries to balance her responsibilities at work with her duties as a parent. She seems to be pulling it off, but when a large project comes her way, she's pushed to the limits of her abilities.
Cast - Sarah Jessica Parker, Busy Phillips, Christina Hendricks, Greg Kinnear, Olivia Munn, Pierce Brosnan, etc.
Director - Douglas McGrath


"Puss In Boots" (Opens on Friday) - Before the hero Puss in Boots met the Shrek the Ogre, he set out on a quest to save the world from a couple of outlaws bearing an ancient, destructive power.
Cast - Antonio Banderas, Salma Hayek, Zach Galifianakis, etc.
Director - Chris Miller


"In Time" (Opens on Friday) - When Will Salas is falsely accused of murder, he must figure out a way, with the help of a beautiful hostage, to bring down a system where time is money -- literally -- enabling the wealthy to live forever while the poor, like Will, have to beg, borrow, and steal enough minutes to make it through another day.
Cast - Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried, Cillian Murphy, etc.
Director - Andrew Niccol

SUV of the Year Awards 2012 - Best New SUVs named

SUV of the Year is Range Rover Evoque by Land Rover.

The SUV of the Year Awards by Motor Trend magazine has named Land Rover's Range Rover Evoque as the best new SUV.

The magazine's annual SUV of the Year is given to the Sports/Utility Vehicle that "best represents exceptional value, superiority in its class, and most significant developments on the SUV scene."

According to Motor Trend, Range Rover Evoque "captures our calipers by soundly satisfying each and every one of our six criteria."

"It's irresistibly stylish and loaded with standard features including Land Rover's best infotainment system yet. It gets significantly better fuel economy than any other Land Rover product without sacrificing performance; retains an off-road prowess that would embarrass most crossovers; and offers it all in a compact, fun-to-drive, and easy-to-park package. For Land Rover to survive in a future punctuated by tighter CAFE standards, higher fuel prices, increased concern for the environment, and waning consumer interest in traditional SUVs, the Evoque is exactly the product it needs." Motor Trend added.

The other contenders for this year's awards were the following: BMW X3, Dodge Durango, Dodge Journey, Ford Explorer, Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Mini Cooper Countryman, Saab 9-4x, and Volkswagen Touareg.

Evoque, a compact SUV from Land Rover which went into production in July 2011, is available in three-door and five-door body styles, and with front-wheel only or four-wheel drive. A stylish, leather-upholstered interior is standard, as is a full-length panoramic sunroof.

Three engine options are available for the Evoque: a 2.2-litre turbodiesel producing either either 148 bhp (110 kW; 150 PS) or 187 bhp (139 kW; 190 PS) and a 2-litre 237 bhp (177 kW; 240 PS) turbocharged petrol engine. Its body, meanwhile, uses aluminium for the bonnet and the roof, and composite plastics for the one-piece tailgate has helped to produce a vehicle weighing 220 lb (100 kg) less than the Freelander. A full-length glass sunroof is available as an option.

Lea Salonga, Darren Criss perform a duet of 'A Whole New World'

Tony Award-winning singer and actress Lea Salonga and "Glee" star Darren Criss recently did an acoustic performance of "A Whole New World" as tribute to its songwriter Alan Menken who was presented with the 2011 Maestro Award at the Billboard/Hollywood Reporter Film & TV Music Conference.

Check out below the video of Lea Salonga and Darren Criss's duet of "A Whole New World" from Alladin.
There is actually an account of Twitter called @LeaSalonga4Glee which petitions the Broadway star to be on the popular TV series "Glee." Is the duet with the Fil-Am "Glee" actor a sign that the cry for Lea Salonga to appear on Glee was finally heard? It will be quite a treat for Noypi fans for sure but there is no official announcement as of this writing yet. We'll just wait and see.

Video courtesy of Billboard.com

Madonna's brother Anthony Ciccone homeless, lives under a bridge

Madonna's brother Anthony Ciccone told the media that he is homeless and has found his shelter under a bridge in Michigan after losing his job more than a year ago.

"My family turned their back on me, basically, when I was having a hard time," Anthony Ciccone told The Michigan Messenger.

"You think I haven't answered this kind of question a bazillion times? Why my sister is a multibazillionarie, and I'm homeless on the street?" added 55-year-old Ciccone who claims he is living under a bridge in Traverse City.

 "Never say never. This could happen to anybody," Ciccone continued. "I don't have any income, I've got to go collect bottles and cans, do odd jobs."

Madonna has not been reached for a comment.

According to Forbes, Madonna's net worth in October 2010 was estimated at $US58 million.

Photo courtesy of Madonna's Facebook fan page

Parokya Ni Edgar - 'One Hit Combo' Lyrics And Music Video

Parokya ni Edgar has released online their music video for their single "One Hit Combo" featuring award-winning rapper Gloc 9. Check it out below:

Parokya Ni Edgar - One Hit Combo Music Video

"One Hit Combo" is the third single from Parokya's eight album "Middle-Aged Juvenile Novelty Pop Rockers." Check out its lyrics below:

Parokya Ni Edgar - One Hit Combo Lyrics

(Chorus)

Nandito nanaman kami

Nagkakantahan sa isang tabi

Katulad ng dati pagkatapos ng klase

Lagi kang merong katabing nagsasabing

Wag kang magkakamali

Palampasin ang sandali

Kailangan palagi positibo parati

Dapat maniwala ka na merong mangyayare

(Chito)

Oras na para gumawa ng panibagong

Orasyon na pwedeng kantahin ng mga gago

Tara samahan nyo ko na muling maglibang

Para sa katulad mong nag-aalangan

Teka lng di naman kailangan magmadali

Dapat lang siguro na wag kang magpapahuli

Sapagkat ang oras natin ay may katapusan

Kailangan mong gamitin sa makabuluhan

Pasok

(Gloc)

Teka muna teka muna teka muna teka

Katatapos ko lang isulat ang mga letra

Hampasin ang tambol at kaskasin ang gitara

Kasama ko ulit ang pinaka malupit na banda

Pero ngayon ay babaguhin na ang tema

Ito'y aawit na sasaludo sa mga nauna

Musikero gitarero tambulerong magaling

Kahit kanino itapat san bang labanan angat paren

(Chorus)

(Chito)

Nagsimula kami ng mga 93

Mga batang di magpapigil sa pagpursigi

Mga batang di maawat ng mga hadlang

Sapagkat sila'y nakatingin sa pupuntahan

Namulat sa Heads at kay Sir Magalona

Alam ko sa loob ko na nagsisimula na

Sila ang nagsupply at naglagay ng gasolina

Si kiko kay gloc at ang eheads sa parokya

(Gloc)

Ibang klase ang pinoy

Pag dumating na sa tugtugan

Nagyuyugyugan siguradong hindi ka magtutulugtulugan

Pag narinig mo ang bagong gawa ni chito at ni gloc

Kung ika'y samin sumasangayon ay pumalakpak

Nang malakas itaas ang kamay sumigaw

Para sa tatlong bituin at isang araw

Mga bata rin kami at katulad ng iba

Tagahanga rin kmi ng mga kanta nila

Nice

(Chorus)

(Gloc)

Ang gusto lamang naming sabihin

Parangap ay laging habulin

Kahit na kinakapos ang hininga mo'y pigilin

Initin natin ang kalan para tubig kumulo

Kailangan timbain ang poso para balde mapuno

Wag kang magpapabola sa iba hindi 'to madali

Kung merong gusto pare wag kang magmadali

Tatama ka rin kahit medyo puro mali

Ipunin lahat ng piraso kahit na hatihati

Kasi isa lang ang tatandaan

Walang nakaharang na di kayang lampasan

Para di ka mahuli kailangan mong paspasan

Lagi mo pataliminin ikaskas sa hasaan

Ang kutsilyo, martilyo kailangan para palabugin lagi yang pako

Ikutin ang antenna kung tv ay malabo

Huwag kang matakot na tumaya ng pati pato

(Chorus)

Anne Curtis sizzles on Uno Magazine's November 2011 cover

Anne Curtis is back on the cover of Uno Magazine! The 26-year-old actress is looking hot and sexy on her third cover for the magazine which will be out this November. Check out Anne's Uno Magazine November 2011 cover below:

Anne Curtis Uno Magazine November 2011 cover

Also watch this sizzling behind-the-scenes footage of Anne Curtis' photoshoot for this issue.


While the cover photo was shot by Xander Angeles, the video above was edited and directed by Jason Tan. The shoot was done at the Maxim's Hotel.

Meanwhile, the gross of Anne Curtis' blockbuster movie "No Other Woman" is reportedly nearing P300 million mark. Wow! Her studio album "Annebisyosya" is also topping sales charts! Amazing! Way to go, Anne! Congrats!

Pilipinas Got Talent 3: 'El Gamma Penumbra deserves to win' - Twitter users

Pilipinas Got Talent 3 finalist El Gamma Penumbra (Shadow Play Act)

Pilipinas Got Talent has declared the singing trio of Bonifacio Salumbre, Andrew Sanchez, and Licinio Lolo, the Maasinhon Trio, as its third grand winner during a live final results episode on Sunday, October 23, 2011. Some netizens, however, expected a different result. They thought it was the shadow play group, El Gamma Penumbra, who would bring home the crown that night. Many went to Twitter to express their reservations on the results, facilitating "El Gamma Penumbra" to make it to the Top Trending Topics in the microblogging site that night as well as the next morning.

Here were some of the tweets from users:

Bakit hindi pumasok yung EL GAMMA PENUMBRA? Sila na yung nakita kong pinakamagaling eh. Ang dami pa sanang mapapasaya kung sila nanalo. Dba? - Paolo Feliciano

El Gamma Penumbra sana yung nanalo. They deserve the prize and the title "PGT SEASON 3 CHAMPION" . I hope and madlang people - Percy Jackson

El Gamma Penumbra should be the winner. Not those boring grandpas. - Rodney Mendoza

El Gamma Penumbra is trending coz they are deserve to win... - Rodney Mendoza

El Gamma Penumbra should've won! No place at all? Srsly? - Diana France Quinto

EL GAMMA PENUMBRA was the best. If other people around the world would see them, they would really adore us. BUT NO. Those old people won. -Beliebin'Swift

Bakit hindi pumasok yung EL GAMMA PENUMBRA? Sila na yung nakita kong pinakamagaling eh. Ang dami pa sanang mapapasaya kung sila nanalo. Dba? - Mauro Lumba

El Gamma Penumbra should have been the winner or Synergy not those 3 oldies. Come on!" - Janina Paola Catuncan

Khalil Ramos-among the three FINALIST he should won! I don't know why those trio have the most vote!EL GAMMA PENUMBRA really deserves the 2M - Kristel Joy de Asas

"We all know El Gamma Penumbra deserves it" - Darling

The winner of Pilipinas Got Talent was chosen based on the results of an overnight text and online voting. Maasinhon Trio received 22.60% of the total number of votes, the highest among the finalists. As Season 3 winners, the singers were awarded a P2 million cash prize while Bringas Brothers and Khalil Ramos who completed the Top 3 took home P100,000 each. The rest of the finalists, including El Gamma Penumbra, received P50,000 each.

Jose Rizal, Juan Luna brought to life through animation

Check out this cute animated short film entitled "Fight for the Moon," which features Philippine heroes Jose Rizal and Juan Luna who were turned fighters in an arcade game.

"Fight for the Moon" | Video courtesy of CreaM
The video was created by the Creative Media & Film Society of the Philippines (CreaM) which is being spearheaded by Governor Imee Marcos. The other members of CreaM are Cannes-awardee Director Raymond Red,  Raymond Lee (the director of the critically acclaimed film "Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros"),  the animators of Disney, Hannah Barbera and Toei Japan (Manila), and some game developers.

Seeking to improve and develop Original Filipino Content in the creative industries, CreaM has the end goal of positioning the Philippines as Southeast Asia's creative media producer.

Nicole Scherzinger - "Try With Me" Lyrics and Music Video

Nicole Scherzinger, who is one of the judges of the "X Factor USA" recently took a rare break from the show to shoot the music video of one of her brand new songs "Try With Me." Check out the outcome below:


"Try With Me" is one of the three new songs included in the repackaged version of Nicole's "Killer Love" album which will be re-released next month. The other previously unheard songs are "Trust Me I Lie" and "Tomorrow Never Dies."

If you want to sing along, here's "Try With Me" lyrics:

Nicole Scherzinger - "Try With Me" Lyrics

And you said, leave your keys on the counter

And you said, call me back at eight

I don't care , that you left me there for hours

But you said, we had what it takes

Why's it feel like you're there

When you're already gone

Why's it feel like you care

When I know that you don't

Everybody needs a chance at love

That's all we need

If you wanna have a chance at us

Then try with me

Too proud for love, he tells me

Too hard to give it one more shot

Don't drawl me in, he wants me

But now it's too late to give up

So don't say, you leave your keys on the counter

And don't say, you call me back at eight

Why's it feel like you're there

When you're already gone

Why's it feel like you care

When I know that you don't

Everybody needs a chance at love

That's all we need noypistuff

If you wanna have a chance at us

Then try with me

Don't say a word

If you know that it hurts

You know that it hurts

You know that it hurts

Don't say a word

If you know that it hurts

You know that it hurts

You know that it hurts

Why's it feel like he's there

When I know that he's gone

Why's it feel like he cares

When I know that he don't

Everybody needs a chance at love

That's all we need

If you wanna have a chance at us

Then try with me

Nelson Banzuela wins Fashionissimo 2011

Nelson Banzuela, Fashionissimo 2011

Nelson Banzuela was named the winner of the Fashionissimo 2011 which Finals night occurred on Sunday, October 23, 2011, at the Palacio de Manila. The event was hosted by Marc Nelson, Angel Aquino and Mikael Daez.

As winner of  Fashionissimo 2011, 21-year-old Nelson Banzuela received more than half a million pesos worth of prizes.

Check out below the info written on Nelson's profile on the Fashionissimo website:

"Nelson is not unfamiliar to working hard. Born into a family with lesser means, Nelson has already experienced working odd jobs, including busting tables and lifting goods at a restaurant warehouse. All these he did so that he could support her younger sister’s schooling while finishing his highschool. But instead of bringing him down, his experiences has imbibed in him humility balanced with a sense of pride in his work. He wants to win the competition so that he’d be able to help his family further and so that he’d be part of the medical missions of the foundation."

Meanwhile, JB Espiritu and Hamid Hassan went home 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up, respectively.

Now on its second year, Fashionissimo is a male model search organized by Circle of Friends Foundation and CHU Production.

Photo courtesy of Fashionissimo and Ash Reginald Evasco

Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls not sold in some stores

Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls not cool enough for some.

Ben & Jerry's new ice cream flavor called Schweddy Balls has been absent from the freezers of some grocery stores since its launch, several news sites reported Sunday.

According to the reports, the said stores refrained from saying the reason why they are not carrying out the limited-edition Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls and whether they were influenced by the American Family Association group One Million Moms who earlier called for boycott of the product because of its "vulgar" name.

Despite this decision from these store owners, Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls is said to be selling like pancakes in other areas.

In an interview with the Associated Press, Ben & Jerry’s spokesman Sean Greenwood said that Schweddy Balls "has quickly become the most popular limited-edition flavor the company has produced."

A vanilla flavored ice cream mixed with a hint of rum and fudge covered with rum and malt balls, Ben & Jerry's Schweddy Balls took its name from a "Saturday Night Live" skit which featured baker Pete Schweddy (played by Alec Baldwin) whose popular line is "No one can resist my Schweddy balls."

Turkey Earthquake, October 23, 2011 | Magnitude 7.2 quake jolts Van City

Turkey Earthquake, October 23, 2011 Epicenter

A strong earthquake has struck Eastern Turkey Sunday afternoon, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported.

According to the USGS, the quake measured a magnitude of 7.2 on the Ritchter Scale and centered at 17 km (10 miles) North Northeast of Van, Turkey. It struck the area at 1:41 p.m. local time (10:41 UTC).

The depth of the quake is 20 km (12.4 miles), the USGS said.

Recent reports say the powerful quake caused buildings to collapse, killing a number of people. Several dozens of individuals were also hurt.

“The quake was strongly felt in Van and neighboring towns, and caused damage and deaths based on initial assessments,” the prime minister’s office said.

Crossed by fault lines, Turkey experiences earthquakes frequently.

Vice Ganda's 'No Other Horse' performance on 'Showtime,' a hit on Youtube (Videos)

Vice Ganda may have not won the showdown of "Showtime" hosts this week but apparently he won the hearts of many people by tickling their funny bones with his performance.

Vice Ganda

Two video recordings of "Showtime's" October 20 live episode are currently among the most viewed videos in the country this week. This is the episode wherein Vice Ganda's spoof of Anne Curtis' blockbuster movie "No Other Woman" was aired. He called it "No Other Horse" with special participation of his Pooh and Chocoleit and hunk actor Derek Ramsay. Although, the quality of the clips are really poor, fans, especially those who missed the episode, can't complain much since they're the only ones left on Youtube -the clear ones have been deleted by ABS-CBN. Check out the said videos below:



Vice Ganda's performance was scored 9.8 by the judges, which was second only to Anne Curtis' act which got a perfect score of 10. Billy Crawford tied with Vice in the second place.

The hosts' week-long showdown is part of the second anniversary celebration of "Showtime." Vhong Navarro, Kuya Kim Atienza and Karylle also competed in the showdown.

David Beckham, LA Galaxy to visit Manila, Philippines in December to play against Azkals: report

David Beckham in Manila 2011

David Beckham and his club LA Galaxy are reportedly coming to the Philippines this December to play against the Philippine national football team, the Philippine Azkals.

Azkals team coordinator and media liaison Patrick Ace Bright made the announcement earlier via his Twitter account. Bright said that the LA Galaxy vs Philippine Azkals friendly match will be held on December 4, 2011 at the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium.

“LA Galaxy and Azkals, December 4, Rizal Stadium,” Bright tweeted.

Update: The final schedule has been set on December 3.

The visit is said to be part of LA Galaxy's tour in Southeast Asia to promote the club. The team is also scheduled to visit Melbourne, Australia on December 6th.

Apart from David Beckham, LA Galaxy's star players also include former Inter and Tottenham striker Robbie Keane and Landon Donovan.

Anne Curtis beats Vice Ganda, Billy Crawford, other hosts in 'Showtime's 2nd Anniversary Showdown'

Anne Curtis pole-, air-dancing on "Showtime."

Anne Curtis has been hailed the winner of the special week-long talent showdown in "Showtime," besting other hosts of the show namely Vice Ganda, Billy Crawford, Karylle, Vhong Navarro, and Kuya Kim Atienza.

Anne Curtis received a perfect score of 10 from the judges for her fun and "wet-and-wild" act which showcased her never-before-seen talents such as pole and air dancing, plus her "breathtaking" performances of  Adele's "Some Like You" and Aerosmith's "I Don't Wanna Miss A Thing."

Anne was awarded P100,000 cash for winning the showdown which she pledged to donate to UNICEF Philippines.

Meanwhile, the "unkabogable" Vice Ganda and international performer Billy Crawford tied in the second place with 9.8. They both received P50,000 cash prize.

The contest is part of the second anniversary celebration of "Showtime."

Check out Anne Curtis' performance below:


Photo courtesy of "FANNEatics," ABS-CBN | Video courtesy of "depalubos," ABS-CBN

Jessy Mendiola, Chalk Magazine's November 2011 covergirl

Jessy Mendiola is the sweet covergirl of the November 2011 issue of Chalk Magazine.

Jessy Mendiola covers Chalk Magazine's November 2011 issue

Apart from a special feature on Jessy Mendiola, the issue also showcases write-ups about the effects of partying on looks, tips on how to be discovered in the entertainment industry, about running as an effective and cheap exercise, and many more.

Chalk Magazine's November 2011 issue in now available in your favorite newsstands and bookstores.

Yeng Constantino got Lil Wayne's 'How To Love' covered (Video)

Yeng Constantino created her own Youtube account a couple of days ago and subsequently posted her first video.

Yeng Constantino covers "How To Love"

It was a cover of Lil Wayne's latest hit "How To Love." And apparently, it's a hit for Yeng as well. During its first 24 hours in the cyberspace, the video amassed almost 50,000 hits and 127,000+ views barely 3 days after.

Check out Yeng Constantino's cover of Lil Wayne's "How To Love" below:

Yeng Constantino's "How To Love" cover

If you want to sing along, here's the song's lyrics:

Lil Wayne - How To Love Lyrics

You had a lot of crooks tryna steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t never figure out
How to love
How to love

You had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in the corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

For a second you were here
Why you over there?
Its hard not to stare, the way you moving your body
Like you never had a love
Never had a love

When you was just a young’un you’re looks but so precious
But now your grown up
So fly its like a blessing but you can’t have a man look at you for 5 seconds
Without you being insecure
You never credit yourself so when you got older
It’s seems like you came back 10 times over
Now you’re sitting here in this damn corner
Looking through all your thoughts and looking over your shoulder

See you had a lot of crooks tryna steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t never figure out
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in the corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

For a second you were here
Why you over there?
Its hard not to stare the way you moving your body
Like you never had a love
Had a love

You had a lot of dreams that transform to visions
The fact that you saw the world affected all your decisions
But it wasn’t your fault
Wasn’t in your intentions

You the one here talking to me
You don’t wanna listen
But I admire your poppin bottles and dippin’
Just as much as you admire bartending and stripping
Baby, so don’t be mad
Nobody else trippin
You see a lot of crooks and the crooks still crook

See You had a lot of crooks tryna steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t never figure out
How to love
How to love

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See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in the corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

Oooh,
See I just want you to know
That you deserve the best
You’re beautiful
You’re beautiful
Yeah

And I want you to know, you’re far from the usual
Far from the usual

You see you had a lot of crooks tryna steal your heart
Never really had luck, couldn’t never figure out
How to love
How to love

See you had a lot of moments that didn’t last forever
Now you in the corner tryna put it together
How to love
How to love

Bea Alonzo covers StarStudio's November 2011 issue

Bea Alonzo, who recently revealed losing 10 pounds of weight by following the so-called Cohen Diet, is gracing the November 2011 issue of StarStudio magazine.

Bea Alonzo is StarStudio's November 2011 covergirl

If you're planning to buy this issue, you better do it on October 24, 2011 at the National Bookstore outlet in SM Megamall since Bea will be there to sign the issue for you. Here are the mechanics:

1. Grab a copy of the November 2011 Issue of StarStudio on October 24, 2011 at National Book Store SM Megamall.
2. Starting at 3 p.m., registration for the autograph signing will be accepted.
3. After registering, present your copy and receipt at the registration area to receive a coupon.
4. Once you receive your coupon, you can proceed to fall in line for the autograph signing. It will be on a first-come first-served basis.
5. The first 100 to register and get the signing coupons are the only ones allowed to get their copies signed.

Saudi Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdul-Aziz passes away

Saudi Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdul-Aziz has died, several news sites reported on Saturday. He was around 86.

Crown Prince Sultan was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2004. He had underwent several corrective surgeries and an operation to remove an intestinal polyp. Since June this year, the Crown Prince had been in the United States for medical treatments.

Prince Sultan is survived by 32 children from multiple wives. They include Bandar who was Saudi's Ambassador to the United States from 1983 to 2005 and now the head of the National Security Council; Khaled, Sultan's assistant in the Defense Ministry; and Fahd who is Deputy President of Sport and Welfare.

Prince Sultan's brother Prince Nayef, 78, is next in line to become Saudi's new Crown Prince and the successor of King Abdullah as leader of the oil-rich nation.

Rapture, Doomsday to occur on October 21, 2011?

Rapture is defined by Wikipedia as a "reference to the being caught up of 1 Thessalonians 4:17 when in the end times Christians will be gathered together in the air to meet Christ." In short, it's Doomsday!

The Rapture | Photo: hariotsoffirewhirlwindsfromheaven.wordpress.com

If Mayans believe that the end of the world will be in 2012, a Christian radio network is convinced that it will be today, October, 21, 2011.

According to the group's president Harold Camping who had apologized for setting the wrong Doomsday date on May 21 earlier this year, the end of the world will be today and will include an occurrence of a "great earthquake" and the rapture:

These events could not be more opposite in nature, the one more wonderful than can be imagined; the other more horrific than can be imagined.

A great earthquake will occur the Bible describes it as "such as was not since men were upon the earth, so mighty an earthquake, and so great." This earthquake will be so powerful it will throw open all graves.The remains of the all the believers who have ever lived will be instantly transformed into glorified spiritual bodies to be forever with God.

On the other hand the bodies of all unsaved people will be thrown out upon the ground to be shamed. The inhabitants who survive this terrible earthquake will exist in a world of horror and chaos beyond description.

The 89 year-old retired engineer spent millions on more than 5,000 billboards and print ads worldwide to spread his May 21 Rapture prediction. A good portion of it said to have come from donations from his followers.

Through a book published in 1992, Camping previously predicted the Judgment Day to be happening in 1994. Justifying his first wrong prediction, he reportedly said "important subsequent biblical information was not yet known and there may be something he overlooked."

November 7, 2011 declared holiday in the Philippines

November 7, 2011 is a holiday in the Philippines! It is going to be a regular holiday throughout the country since "Eidul Adha" or the "Feast of Sacrifice" falls on this day. Eidul Adha is a religious tradition observed by Muslims after the "Hajj," the annual pilgrimage to Makkah (Mecca) in Saudi Arabia.

During the festivals of Eid al-Adha, Muslims generally prepare the finest meals derived from their respective cuisines.

President Noynoy Aquino has signed Proclamation No, 276 which declares November 7, 2011 after the recommendation from National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.
Check out the full text of the proclamation below:

MALACAÑAN PALACE

MANILA

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES

PROCLAMATION NO. 276

DECLARING MONDAY, 7 NOVEMBER 2011, AS A REGULAR HOLIDAY THROUGHOUT THE COUNTRY, IN OBSERVANCE OF EIDUL ADHA (FEAST OF SACRIFICE)

WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 9849 provides that Eidul Adha shall be celebrated as a regular holiday;

WHEREAS, Eidul Adha is one of the two greatest feasts of Islam;

WHEREAS, the date of the festival based on the declaration made by Saudi Arabia’s highest religious body is on 6 November 2011;

WHEREAS, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) recommended that the observance of Eidul Adha be on 7 November 2011 and the Eidul Adha prayer held on 6 November 2011;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BENIGNO S. AQUINO III, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare Monday, 7 November 2011, as a regular holiday throughout the country, in observance of Eidul Adha (Feast of Sacrifice).

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed.

Done in the City of Manila, this 20th day of October, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Eleven.

(Sgd.) BENIGNO S. AQUINO III
By the President

(Sgd.) PAQUITO N. OCHOA JR.
Executive Secretary

October 21, 2011 Judgment Day: End of the World, Rapture to occur today?

It's October 21, 2011 and according to a Christian ministry, today is the real "Judgment Day!"

Harold Camping: "October 21, 2011, new Judgment Day"

Harold Camping, president of Family Stations Inc., had apologized for his wrong May 21 Doomsday prediction but insisted that the real Judgment day will be today, October 21, 2011. He called the event on May 21 an "invisible judgment" and that something did occur - something "spiritual," not "physical."

According to Camping, a fireball will said to consume the earth and rapture which will carry 200 million Christians up to heaven will occur today.

The 89 year-old retired engineer spent millions on more than 5,000 billboards and print ads worldwide to spread his May 21 Rapture prediction. A good portion of it said to have come from donations from his followers.

Through a book published in 1992, Camping previously predicted the Judgment Day to be happening in 1994. Justifying his first wrong prediction, he reportedly said "important subsequent biblical information was not yet known and there may be something he overlooked."

Filipino-American brothers Justin and Nathan Brewer make it to 'X factor' Top 17

Filipino-American brothers Justin and Nathan Brewer who call their duo The Brewer Boys made it to the Top 4 selections of judge Paula Abdul in the Groups category, allowing them to advance to the next round of the US franchise of "The X Factor" along with the Top 4 choices of judges Nicole Scherzinger (Over 30s), and L.A. Reid (Boys under 30s) as well as Simon Cowell's Top 5 (Girls under 30s).

Justin and Nathan Brewer a.k.a The Brewer Boys

The Brewer Boys has been consistent so far in giving the judges charming performances. They got easy "yes's" with their rendition of Plain White Ts’“Rhythm of Love” during their audition in Los Angeles and shone with their joint performance of Snow Patrol’s “Chasing Cars” in "Bootcamp" round where they were selected as one of the Top 8 in their category.

For the "Judge's House" round, Justin and Nathan did a cover of Rihanna’s “Only Girl in the World” which sent them to the next round where they are going to perform live on national TV. The said episode is set to air on October 25th in the US (October 26 in the Philippines on Studio 23).

The Brewer Boys performing “Only Girl in the World"

Justin, 17, and Nathan, 14, were born in the US to a Filipino mother who hails from Manila. The boys shared on the show that it was their mom who "got us into singing."

Another Fil-Am singer is also set to perform in the "Live Shows." She is Ellona Santiago who is a member of inTENsity, a group of young singers who originally auditioned solo - they were formed after the "Bootcamp" round.

The Brewer Boys and Ellona's group inTensity are joined in the Finals by Simone Battle, Drew Ryniewicz, Tiah Tolliver and Rachel Crow (Girls under 30s); Brian Bradley, Phillip Lomax, Chris Rene and Marcus Canty (Boys under 30s) Lakoda Rayne, and The Stereo Hogzz (Groups); and Josh Krajcik, Dexter Haygood, LeRoy Bell and Stacy Francis (Over 30s).

'The X Factor USA" premiered on September 21 and will crown its first winner in December. The winner will be receiving a whooping US$5 million recording contract with Epic Records.

Siri On iPhone 4S Videos Invade Youtube

Siri is a voice activated "assistant" integrated into Apple's new iPhone 4S. It uses natural language processing to response to questions, make searches and recommendations, and perform actions by delegating requests to other iPhone applications (calendar, email, text messaging, etc).

"Siri on iPhone 4S lets you use your voice to send messages, schedule meetings, place phone calls, and more. Ask Siri to do things just by talking the way you talk. Siri understands what you say, knows what you mean, and even talks back. Siri is so easy to use and does so much, you’ll keep finding more and more ways to use it." Apple said.

Siri Introduction Video from Apple

This innovative software is said to be the selling point for the smartphone which has set a sales record of more than 4 million units in three days.

Since the release of iPhone 4S a few days ago, videos relating to Siri have been widely shared on Youtube and some of them are currently going viral through social media sharing. 

Check out some of these Siri videos below:

Siri answers funny questions.

A user singing a duet with Siri

Japanese man can't say "work."

'Paranormal Activity 3,' 'Killer Elite,' 'The Three Musketeers,' etc open in theaters this week

The prequel of the "Paranormal Activity" series is set to premiere in various theaters in the country this week, along with the action film "Killer Elite," another horror movie "The Howling: Reborn," adventure flick "The Three Musketeers" and the movie adaptation of "Winnie The Pooh." Check out the teaser trailers and other info about the films below:


"Paranormal Activity 3" - In 1988, two young girls encounter a strange supernatural being in their home. While it seems friendly at first, it soon becomes clear that their new friend has dangerous intentions.

Cast - Henry Joost, Ariel Schulman, etc.

Directors / Writers - Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman / Christopher B. Landon and Oren Peli


"Killer Elite" - A retired member of an elite British special ops unit is captured by a mysterious secret military society. His protege is forced to go on a set of dangerous missions targeting three elite assassins.

Cast - Clive Owen, Jason Statham, Robert De Niro, etc.

Director / Writers - Gary McKendry / Matt Sherring and Ranulph Fiennes


"The Howling: Reborn" - High-school loner Will Kidman finally asks out the girl of his dreams, the reclusive Eliana Wynter. But Will also discovers a dark secret from his past - that he is a member of a werewolf clan. Even worse, he must also fight a pack of werewolves who are hellbent on killing both him and his new girlfriend.

Cast - Ivana Milicevic, Landon Liboiron, Lindsey Shaw, etc.

Director / Writers - Joe Nimziki / Joe Nimziki and James Robert Johnston


"The Three Musketeers" - The hot-headed young D'Artagnan along with three former legendary but now down on their luck Musketeers must unite and defeat a beautiful double agent and her villainous employer from seizing the French throne and engulfing Europe in war.

Cast - Logan Lerman, Matthew Macfadyen, Ray Stevenson, Orlando Bloom, etc.

Director - Writers - Paul W.S. Anderson / Alex Litvak, Alexandre Dumas, and Andrew Davies


"Winnie The Pooh" - In the hundred acre wood, a hungry Winnie the Pooh is looking for some honey. His search leads him to a series of strange little adventures with his friends.

Cast - Jim Cummings, Craig Ferguson, John Cleese, etc.

Directors / Writers - Don Hall and Stephen J. Anderson / A.A. Milne, Brian Kesinger, Clio Chiang, Don Dougherty, Don Hall, etc.

Christian Bautista preaches 'Faith' in 'The Kitchen Musical' (Video)

Christian Bautista, who is celebrating his 30th birthday today, tweeted last night a video of his performance of George Michael's hit song "Faith" in the TV series "The Kitchen Musical" which recently premiered in many countries in Asia. Check out this fun video:

Christian Bautista performing "Faith"

In the show, Christian Bautista is playing the role of Daniel Ray who is Maddie Avon's (portrayed by Karylle) close friend. Daniel and Maddie are both sous chefs in a restaurant owned by Maddie's father (the main setting of the musical series.) Through "Faith," Daniel is trying to encourage his childhood friend to believe in her cooking skills.

You can catch "The Kitchen Musical" on Studio 23 every Saturday at 7:30p.m.

Given Grace Cebanico, rape-slay victim, laid to rest in Rizal

Given Grace Cebanico, the 19-year-old University of the Philippines-Los Baños (UPLB) student who was raped and murdered in Laguna last week, has been laid to rest in her hometown Tuesday.

A number of Given Grace's friends, schoolmates and relatives attended the lavender-and-white themed funeral march leading to the Santo Rosario Memorial Park in Binangonan, Rizal earlier this afternoon.

In an interview with dzBB radio, Given Grace's mom called for justice and asked authorities to secure schools so that the incident will not happen to anyone again.

"Alam ko ang hustisya ay makakamit sa lalong mas mabilis na paraan at panahon... Sana itong nangyari sa aking anak ay hindi mauulit, kung kailangan magdagdag ng tanod, sana mangyari yan para ang naramdaman ko hindi maramdaman ng iba," Mrs. Cebanico said.

Suspects Apprehended

Reports say that Given Grace was making her way to her dormitory when suspects abducted her. Her lifeless body was then found at a canal near the Institute of Plant Breeding road early Tuesday morning. She was reportedly handcuffed and gagged. She also sustained a gunshot wound to the head and several bruises to the body.

According to the police, there were indications that Given Grace was also raped.

At least two suspects in the brutal killing of Given Grace are now under police custody - bank security guard Lester Ivan Rivera and tricycle driver Percival de Guzman.

Train Live in Manila Concert 2011?

American pop rock band Train may be holding a concert in Manila, Philippines this 2011!

Train Live in Manila Concert 2011?

Local concert producer Dayly Entertainment made a post on Facebook earlier which reads, "Your lipstick stains on the front lobe of my left side brains..."

That's a line from Train's hit single "Hey, Soul Sister" and it could only mean one thing - a Train Live in Manila Concert is being cooked! Well, let's wait for the official announcement.

Updates will be posted here once available.

Composed of Patrick Monahan (vocals), Jimmy Stafford (guitar, vocals) and Scott Underwood (drums, percussion), Train recently wrapped up their 2011 Summer Tour in North America with Maroon 5. Apart from "Hey, Soul Sister," Noypi fans are also raving about "Marry Me" which is the third single in the band fifth studio album "Save Me, San Francisco." Check out its music video below: