UPCAT 2013 Results and Mirror Sites Now Available

     UPCAT Results 2013 are already available for those who are UPCAT takers. They had provided 2 mirror sites for the results of the examination aside from main site.  UPCAT Stickbread Solutions Mirror Site: UPCAT Pregi.Net Mirror Site  UPCAT Portal ...

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December 2012 Nursing Board Exam Results

  The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 16,908 out of 49,066 passed the Nurse Licensure Examination given in December 2012. This post will lead you to Coolbuster.net which has the links to the Nursing Board Exam passers. ...

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Approved PBA Trades - Japeth gets wish to be traded

The PBA Office has approved the following trades which involve Global Port Batang Pier (on 2 different transactions) 1. A direct swap that brings Rabeh Al Hussaini to Talk and Text for the very controversial Japeth Aguilar who gets his wish to be traded, He is now with Global Port Batang Pier.    2. Meralco dealt Solomon Mercado, JP Belencion, Yousif Aljamal and Kelly Nabong for Global Port's Rey Guevarra, Josh Vanlandingham, Vic Manuel and a 2015 draft pick. Both camps, Meralco and Global Port find this trade healthy as it is their way of rebuilding their team.  Sol Mercado has expressed on his Twitter account...

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December 2012 Nursing Board Exam Top 10

Here are the examinees who garnered the ten highest places in the December 2012 Nursing Board Exam. Glicyl Arante Alvero of Colegio de Sta. Lourdes of Leyte Foundation, Inc. topped the list with 85.80%! RANK 1 GLICYL ARANTE ALVERO COLEGIO DE STA. LOURDES OF LEYTE FOUNDATION, INC 85.80 RANK 2 PHYLLIS GLEE CUYAG GUTING MOUNTAIN VIEW COLLEGE 85.40 ALFA CRESIA NACINO NILO SAINT MARY'S UNIVERSITY 85.40 BILLY TABON RABAGO NEW ERA UNIVERSITY 85.40 RANK 3 MARGEAUX JEN ACEDO SAMONTE FATHER SATURNINO URIOS UNIVERSITY 85.20 RANK 4 REGALADO CLARO AGUHAYON NORTHERN NEGROS STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 85.00 MARY GRACE...

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Belarus to host Miss Supranational 2013

The four Supranational titleholders up to date: Morya (2009), Buraya (2012), Pinilla (2010) and Lewczuk (2011) After 4 years in Poland, it is confirmed that Miss Supranational 2013 would be travelling to Minsk, the capital of Belarus. The final competition of Miss Supranational 2013 would be on September 6, Friday and contestants are expected to arrive in Belarus by August 17. The announcement took place in a press conference in Minsk last January 16 with the presence of local and international press, and the four Miss Supranational titleholders: Oksana Morya (2009, Ukraine), Karina Pinilla (2010, Panama), Monika...

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USTET Examination Results AY 2013-2014

[View the results here] Results of the University of Sto. Tomas Entrance Test (USTET) for the Academic Year 2013-2014 will be made available online starting January 28. We will provide here the link on where and how to view the full list of passers. The examinations were taken last August 26, September 30, November 4 and December 9, 2012 in Metro Manila areas. Passers may refer to the following requirements for enrollment: 1. Please bring USTET Permit / Result Form for identification purposes. 2. Pay a non-refundable reservation fee of PhP 5,000.00. (This shall be deducted from the tuition fee upon enrolment.) 3. Please submit the following...

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My 700th post

  This is News Bits' 700th post, thank you for stopping by at my blog did not expect that I will answer comments and gain enough viewership on different things that I put here. Expect more to come as we go deeper into different events that happen as they happen.   ...

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Last 3 days to apply for screenings for Bb. Pilipinas 2013

  Relatively 3 days left before the extended deadline of Binibining Pilipinas closes for the girls who are interested to take part of Binibining Pilipinas 2013, We've seen pageant blogs feature those candidates that reached BPCI office, like Pia Wurtzbach, Ariella Arida, Mariel De Leon (daughter of Christopher de Leon and Sandy Andolong) and many others under the camp of Gaffud, Dela Vega, Flores and other handlers.   Are we going to see some more girls this week? That we have to find out. Deadline for Binibining Pilipinas 2013 applicants for screening is on January 31 (I just hope there's no more extension).   Reigning...

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January 2013 Marine Deck Licensure Examination Results

  The Professional Regulation Commission announced Wednesday that 23 out of 47 passed the Master Mariner Licensure Examination, 156 out of 409 passed the Chief Mate Licensure Examination and 687 out of 1,247 passed the Officer-In-Charge of a Navigational Watch Licensure Examination given in January 2013. A total of 40 examinees are exempted from taking the practical examinations as they opted to submit a Certificate of Training and Certificate of Assessment in the Ship Simulator and Bridge Teamwork (SSBT), the PRC said. The results were released after three (3) working days from the last day of examinations. Roll of Successful Examinees...

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Nuffnang ATM for the Nuffnangers

    If you want to cash out your blog's earnings easily, you may want to take advantage of what Nuffnang has been slowly launching: the Nuffnang PH ATM.   To avail of the ATM, visit any Security Bank Branch and fill up the necessary bank application forms:   Signing Instruction Form Universal Specimen Signature Card Cashlink Application & Maintenance Request Form Cashcard Purchase Agreement Once done, you can send them your forms (through mail) along with a photocopy of 2 valid IDs to this address: Same PlotadoSenior Finance Executivec/o Nuffnang PhilippinesUnit 2E03-05, Building 5, Bonifacio High Street,Bonifacio...

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The Search for Miss World Philippines 2013 is on

Miss World Philippines has joined the 2013 pageant season by having on their website the application form for the 2013 search which would close on May 24, 2013. Follow the footsteps of Gwendoline Ruais (Miss World 2011 1st Runner Up) and Queenie Rehman (Miss World 2012 Top 15) as the ambassadress of the World and compete at Miss World 2013 slated in Indonesia on September 28. For the entry forms click: here Photo: OMG Yahoo...

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Dinagyang Festival on Live Stream

Check out the live streaming of the Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo below.The Dinagyang is a religious and cultural festival in Iloilo City held on the fourth Sunday of January, or right after the Sinulog In Cebu and the Ati-Atihan in Aklan.The festical is held both to honor the Santo Niño and to celebrate the arrival on Panay of Malay settlers and the subsequent selling of the island to them by the Atis.Ten tribes will be competing Sunday to win the P175,000 grand prize. The 1st runner-up will receive P150,000; 2nd runner-up P125,000; 3rd runner-up P100,000 and the 4th runner-up will bring home P75,000. [Words: Reyn's Room/Live Stream:...

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Bring Me The Horizon Live in Manila

  Bring Me The Horizon live in Manila on March 6, 2013 at the SM North Sky Dome. Ticket Price:One Massive Pit – P1870.00 Tickets are available at http://smtickets.com or call 4702222 For PULP ROYALTY, call 727-4957 With Free Entrance only to the Pulp Summer Slam XIII ‘Til Death do us Part (*No freebies included with this pas...

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Maja Salvador covers January SPEED Magazine issue

Maja Salvador is in the cover of SPEED Magazine where reviews on the latest gadgets can be seen by those techie ones. The issue revolves on the term "Tech to Expect" or what you need to know about gadgets on this year, 2013...

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Former TV host Pepe Pimentel dies

  Former noontime game show host Pepe Pimentel passed away on Thursday, January 24 in Quezon City. He was 83. Pimentel, host of the defunct game show "Kwarta o Kahon," was found unconscious at their house at No. 37 Scout Tuazon, Barangay Laging Handa in the said city this morning. A barangay official said Pimentel collapsed while inside the bathroom. Pimentel's neighbor, a certain Dr. Montaño, seemed to have "expired" but would not go as far as to declare that the elderly man was indeed dead, citing a report from ABS-CBN News. The host's remains will be brought to a chapel in San Juan where loved ones can visit and pay their last...

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Temple Run 2 Now Available For Android

  Android users can now enjoy Temple Run 2 as it is available already in Google Play . The game features a new environment, a new monkey chasing you, powerups and upgrades which you would definitely enjoy. Temple Run 2 is still free of charg...

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PBA 2013 Final Update of Commissioner's Cup Imports

  Here's my final update for 2013 PBA Commissioner's Cup Imports which is set to kick-off on Friday, February 8, 2013 where San Mig Coffee is set to defend its Commissioner's Cup crown. 1. Global Port Batang Pier - Justin Williams 2. Talk and Text Tropang Texters - Keith Benson 3. Air 21 Express - Michael Dunnigan 4. San Mig Coffee Mixers - Matt Rogers 5. Petron Blaze Boosters - Renaldo Balkman 6. Ginebra San Miguel - Herbert Hill 7. Barako Bull Energy Cola - Evan Brock 8. Rain or Shine Elasto Painters - Bruno Sundov 9. Meralco Bolts - Eric Dawson 10. Alaska Aces - Robert Dozier ...

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Sun's Name Ur Number Sim for P 59

The NAME UR NUMBER SIM costs Php59 and comes with free Call & Text Combo 50 (200 texts to other networks; 200 Sun texts; 70 mins. Sun calls), which is valid for 5 da...

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One more time for Jaysel Arrozal

One of the girls that have filed their applications for Bb. Pilipinas 2013 is a face very familiar to Bb. Pilipinas. A returnee by the name of Jaysel Arrozal. Jaysel has joined 2 previous competitions of Bb. Pilipinas in 2008 (where she placed on the Top 10) which was won by Jennifer Barrientos and in 2009, she was unplaced. In 2011, she joined the maiden edition of Miss World Philippines and was hailed as Miss World Philippines - 4th Princess (behind eventual winner Gwendoline Ruais who went on to be Miss World 2011 1st Princess). With all her obligations (and contracts) with Cory Quirino's CQGQ done, she was one of the few ladies who passed...

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Via Reyn's Room: LTO junks Robert Carabuena case

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has junked the case filed by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) against the abusive motorist Robert Blair Carabuena who mauled a traffic enforcer in Quezon City last year.MMDA Chairman Francis Tolentino was dismayed with LTO's decision to junk the case. It can be recalled that the agency filed a direct assault case before the Quezon City Regional Trial Court against Carabuena, and a "disregarding traffic signs/ disregarding traffic officer" charge to the Transportation office, which asked for the revocation of driver's license of the tobacco company executive.On its seven-page decision,...

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Full Text: Sen. Enrile's Privilege Speech on January 21, 2013 (Transcript)

“Mr. President, my colleagues in the Senate:The personal conflict between me and four members of this Chamber has triggered a venomous, malevolent and sustained campaign against me. This was spurred by my decision to grant them only P600,000 each as additional MOOE last November and to hold the release of the additional MOOE granted to the other Senators, except to my own office, last month.The persistent attacks of my adversaries, whether they be my loud and bitter critics, or those lurking in the shadows for lack of courage to come out in the open, abetted by some elements in the media, have successfully poisoned the minds of the public.The criticisms are based on outright lies, distorted information and deliberately misleading phrases such as "cash gifts", "Christmas bonuses", and worst...

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And yet, another Bb. Pilipinas extension

Yes, you heard me right, the filing of applications for Bb. Pilipinas 2013 has been extended until January 31 (from another extended deadline which was supposed to end today, January 22)....

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Petron's chase for Tubid and the Barako Bull shakeup

  The never ending chase for Ronald Tubid (currently playing for Barako Bull Energy Cola) by Petron Blaze Boosters does not stop even if the direct swap between him and Joseph Yeo was shelved.  This post is to update about the trade that is considered to be a blockbuster deal involving 5 teams and 10 players, with Petron getting Tubid and parting ways with Mallari and Duncil.    The trade is as complex at it can get, here is a timeline courtesy of GMANEWS.TV       Source: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/291445/sports/basketball/pba-barako-bull-shake-up-roster-dealing-with-four-different-tea...

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Will Aces and Queens outdo their 2012 turnout?

  Beauty camps have been preparing for the 50th Anniversary of Bb. Pilipinas 2013, and Jonas Gaffud of Aces and Queens definitely want to improve their 2012 achievements in Bb. Pilipinas by having 3 of 5 winners in their camps (Janine - Miss Universe Philippines, Katrina - Bb. Pilipinas Tourism and Elaine - Miss Supranational Philippines) by holding a mock pageant with the girls they are set to fill in for this year. Truly a preparation indeed by the Gaffud camp. Will these 14 girls make it to official candidates? Or will Gaffud's camp field in more contestants? Photo: This photo was plugged by Pageant FB Fan Pages ...

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Gilas Pilipinas Update

Gilas Pilipinas kicks off its campaign in the 19th Super Kung Sheung Cup International Basketball Invitational Championship in Hong Kong on Tuesday. The team of coach Chot Reyes joins Indonesia in Group B along with the host country and Malaysia. Gary David is the lone pro player reinforcing the team built around young guns Greg Slaughter, Kevin Alas, RR Garcia, and Garvo Lanete. Also with the team are Jake Pascual, Ronald Pascual, and Filipino-Americans Matthew Rosser, Isaac Holstein, Justin Melton, and naturalized player Marcus Douthit.   Source:  Click Here...

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Caloy Garcia is the new PBA D-League Erase Placenta Coach

  There's a rainbow always after the rain. Yeng Guiao's lead assistant at the PBA team Rain or Shine Elasto Painters has added another milestone to his coaching resume. Assistant Coach Caloy Garcia is the new head coach of PBA D-League team Erase Placenta replacing fellow NCAA coach Aric Del Rosario who would like to concentrate in the campaign of his Altas team in the collegiate league.  Coach Caloy would be taking over a team which record currently  stands at 2-6 but would still have the chance to enter the quarterfinals when they sweep their last 2 games....

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Joseph Yeo happy to still be with Petron

   [See related story: here] An interview in Spin.PH saw a very grateful Joseph Yeo when he was informed that the trade involving him and Ronald Tubid would be shelved and he would be staying with Petron. According to Joseph, there has been a sense of comfortability with Petron as he has been with the team for 3 years, his longest tenure to his team in the PBA. For now, Joseph and Ronald (of Barako Bull Energy Cola) can stay with their respective teams as a three team 6 man swap is on the works not involving them. [Joseph Yeo photo c/o AKTV]...

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Ricky Lo lambasted for 'awkward' interview with Les Miserables star Anne Hathaway

Journalist Ricky Lo's interview video with "Les Miserables" star Anne Hathaway is getting the attention of netizens, in a bad light. In the video, uploaded by The Philippine Star Online on YouTube last Wednesday, Lo interviewed Hathaway but the latter found some questions too personal and annoying: RICKY: "You lose the 25 pounds for Fantine? And how did you do it and how did you get it back?" ANNE: "I'd rather not talk about weight loss please." RICKY: "Have you ever experienced to be hungry, poor, you know? Just like the character (Fantine)." ANNE: "That's a very personal question." RICKY: "Any message for Lea (Salonga) who's looking...

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Bloc Party Live in Manila

Bloc Party Live in Manila on Friday, March 22, 2013 at the World Trade Center, Hall D, Pasay City. Ticket Prices: VIP – P3,800 Gold – P2,800 Tickets are available at Ticketnet or call 911 5555 of reservations Presented to you by Warner Music Philippines and Hostess Entertainme...

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Smart introduces LTE Plan 1299

  Gone are the days when we cannot live a day without internet, which is why Telecom/Internet companies are coming up with ways to provide the best service there is to their clients. Smart has introduced a new LTE Plan in LTE Plan 1299 on top of their ongoing promotions for LTE Plan 3500 and LTE Plan 1799. Smart's LTE Plan 1299 is a monthly-subscription plan for P 1,299 with a 24-month lock in period. It comes with a free LTE dongle or you may choose to upgrade your gadget to an LTE WiFi modem for a one-time fee of Php 2,000. Data cap however is lowered to just 5GB per month....

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Elaine Kay Moll: What's Next?

  While Annalie Forbes is among those rumored to repeat for Bb. Pilipinas 2013, it isn't the same thing around for Bb. Pilipinas 2012 1st Runner Up turned Miss Supranational Philippines 2012 Elaine Kay Moll. You see, Elaine had the biggest chance of a lifetime that rarely happened in a Bb. Pilipinas Runner Up. She was appointed by BPCI to join Miss Supranational 2012, had the "queenly" send-off, was awarded as 3rd Runner-Up during the Miss Supranational 2012 contest (Ekaterina Buraya of Belarus won Miss Supranational 2012 contest) and was given a victory party/birthday bash when she came back. The experience definitely was more...

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January 2013 Pharmacist Licensure Examination Results

  The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced Tuesday that 641 out of 1,181 (54.28%) passed the Pharmacist Licensure Examination given in January 2013. The results were released in two (2) working days after the last day of examination. Roll of Successful Examinees in the PHARMACIST LICENSURE EXAMINATION Held on JANUARY 12 & 13, 2013 Released on JANUARY 15, 2013 Seq. No. N a m e 1 ABA, LOUIEGINETTE BEJARASCO 2 ABANADOR, ERICK DELOS SANTOS 3 ABANIO, PAMELA JOY HERNANDEZ 4 ABRIGO, ABIGAIL ABU 5 ACIBO, MICHELLE LYN NAQUIMEN 6 ADEL, KRISTINE MAE SOCORRO MOLLEJON 7 AGACETA, CRISTANCERVANTES 8 AGBULOS, MARY...

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