Miss World app rolled: Megan ranked 2nd out of 160

Megan Young ranks 2 out of 160 contestants

The Miss World 2013 Organization has rolled out its Miss World 2013 app filled with what you need to know for the upcoming Miss World Finals on September 28 in Indonesia. You can also use the app to vote for Megan (or any other girl you wish).

The app is downloadable via iTunes App Store and Google Play for Android users. It cost around 44 pesos ($0.99) and upon app download & registration to the Miss World Club, you are given 2 votes free of your choice.

If you have extra budget to spend, you can also buy votes for Megan.

Proceeds will go to the charities of Miss World Organization.

The girl is going strong ranking 2 out of 160. Let's make a big push as the People's Champion will go to the Final Round of the contest.

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Sarah Geronimo's 'Perfect 10' Concert Details

 

The Sarah Geronimo 10th Anniversary Concert entitled Perfect 10 will happen on November 15, 2013, 8PM at the Smart Araneta Coliseum .

Patron A and B will employ reserve seating while the rest are free seating. Here are the ticket prices:

• Patron A - P4,500 
• Patron B - P4,000 
• Lower Box - P3,500 
• Upper Box A - P2,000 
• Upper Box B - P1,000 
• General Admission - P500

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Mutya Datul wins Miss Supranational Personality

 

The official contest for Miss Supranational 2013 has gone underway with the announcement of the first 4 special awardees, our very own Miss Supranational Philippines Mutya Datul winning Miss Supranational Personality.

The other 3 awardees were Sweden for Miss Supranational Elegance, Moldova for Miss Supranational Top Model and Puerto Rico for Miss Supranational Photogenic.

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Want to be a millionaire? Find Janet Napoles

 

President Benigno Aquino III announced in a press conference that a ten million peso bounty will be given to any individual that will report/give credible information that will lead to the arrest of Janet Napoles.

View: http://rp2.abs-cbnnews.com/nation/08/28/13/reward-out-soon-napoles-arrest-de-lima 

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FEU-UE pitted in a classic 2OT game

We barely feature UAAP games but yesterday's FEU-UE game is classic (2OT), here are the highlights of yesterday's double OT that put us on the edge of our seats. Terrence Romeo stepped up big time in the absence of RR Garcia with 30 points.

Video credits to the owner
Terrence Romeo pic c/o Yahoo

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Morissette Amon, Eva Delos Santos and Junji Arias Live Performances (Team Sarah)

Morissette Amon, Eva Delos Santos and Junji Arias stepped on the stage for Team Sarah on Sunday, August 25, 2013.

Eva Delos Santos played piano and sang So Far Away by Carole King

Junji Arias did a number on "I Don't Want to Miss A Thing"  Morissette Amon amazed the crowd with Jar of Hearts
(All videos by showbiznest.com) 

• Saved by public vote: Morissette Amon (57.16%)
• Saved by the coach: Eva delos Santos
• Eliminated: Junji Arias

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Darryl Shy, Radha and RJ Dela Fuente Live Shows Performances (Team Lea)

 

Darryl Shy, Radha and RJ Dela Fuente were the first three members from Team Lea who went to the battle stage for the live shows last Sunday.

Darryl sang Kenny Loggin's Danny's Song 

Radha sang another Tina Turner's song, River Deep Mountain High 

RJ Dela Fuente sang I'll Stand By You by the Pretenders:

• Saved by public vote: Darryl Shy (51.41%)
• Saved by the coach: Radha
• Eliminated: RJ dela Fuente

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Lee Grane, Myk Perez, Talia Reyes Live Shows Performances (Team Bamboo)

Myk Perez, Lee Grane and Talia Reyes were the first three performers from Team Bamboo. Each of them had their guitars with their performances:

Talia Reyes sang Alanis Morisette's You Oughta Know:

Myk Perez did a mash-up of California Girls by Katy Perry and Stevie Wonder's Isn't She Lovely    Lee Grane did her version of "You Make Me Feel Love" by Bob Dylan

Results: 

Saved by the Public: Myk Perez

Saved by the judge: Lee Grane

Eliminated: Talia Reyes 

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Thor Dulay, Jessica Reynoso and Cora Dela Cruz Performances Live Shows

 

Thor, Jessica Reynoso and Cora Dela Cruz were the first three members who went up the stage for the first Voice of the Philippines Live Shows for Team Apl. The following are the highlights:

Cora Dela Cruz sang Nosi Balasi

Thor sang "Narito" as his piece: 

 

Jessica Reynoso sang Fantasia's I Believe 

Results:

• Saved by public vote: Thor Dulay (43.63%)
• Saved by the coach: Jessica Reynoso
• Eliminated: Cora dela Cruz

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PGT Grand Finalist dies of cancer

 

PGT Season 3 Grand Finalist Kurt of the Bringas Brothers died last August 18, 2013, Sunday after a 7-year battle with cancer.

In an interview from their PGT audition, Kurt said he first knew of his stage 4 bone cancer back in 2006. When he was 19, he had his left leg amputated but his cancer affected his liver and lungs. 

The Bringas Brothers competed in the Season 3 Grand Finals of Pilipinas Got Talent with Khalil Ramos and Maasinhon Trio who emerged as champions.

said he first knew that he had stage-4 bone cancer in 2006. - See more at: http://www.coolbuster.net/2013/08/pgt-grand-finalist-dies-cancer-kurt-bringas-dead.html#sthash.2YpQsSku.dpuf

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#AskMegan 25 minutes with Miss World Philippines 2013 Megan Young

 

Miss World Philippines 2013 Megan Young paid a visit to the Rappler studio and had an interview with G Tongi.

 
(Copyright: Rappler.com) 

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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella in October 2013

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA starting October 9, 2013 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, Resorts World Manila with Christian Bautista as the Prince Charming and Karylle as Cinderella.

Ticket Prices 

Price Zone 1 = P2,996
Price Zone 2 = P2,675
Price Zone 3 = P2,140
Price Zone 4 = P1,391
Price Zone 5 = P1,177

Our ultimate makeover story of the pumpkin, the glass slipper, and the royal ball comes to the Newport Performing Arts Theater! Rediscover some of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner”, “Impossible/It’s possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago” in this fun Broadway musical for dreamers of all ages.

Special offer for VISA cardholders: 
October 20 (7pm) and October 25 (8pm) 2013 performances are EXCLUSIVE for visa card holders.

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PBA cancels Wednesday games

 

Commissioner Chito Salud made an announcement today, August 21 cancelling the games scheduled due to floods and monsoon rains worsened by Typhoon Maring.

Today's games was to feature San Mig Coffee versus GlobalPort and Talk ‘N Text versus Alaska at the Big Dome.

The games will be scheduled at a later date. 

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Help Maring Victims: How?

The following are ways on how you can help Maring victims (reposted from Yahoo News): 

REPORT AND STAY ALERT

RescuePH.com

If you know of people who need to be rescued, add them to RescuePH.com database. You may also tweet the name/s, exact location and flood situation and use the hashtag#rescuePH.   

Emergency Hotlines

From the Official Gazette (Gov.PH)

Compiled by ANC

DONATE AND/OR VOLUNTEER

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)

Volunteers are needed to re-pack relief goods. Pls go to National Resource Operations Center (NROC) NAIA Chapel Road, Pasay City. Call 851-2681 or 511-1259.

List of evacuation centers

 Philippine Red Cross

Call the Red Cross chapter nearest you to find out how you can help.

University of the Philippines

Relief Ops of UP Diliman at CHK gym. Immediate need of donations and volunteers.

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

The IPOD V (I am PUP Operation Damayan Volunteer), the official volunteer group of PUP Community Relations and Extension for Development Office, is now calling for donations and volunteers. You may reach the group through their contact number: 09169374280 or by going to South Wing, Room 308 at PUP Mabini Campus.

Enderun Colleges

Please send your food donations to Enderun Colleges, Mckinley Hill, Taguig City. The students will cook and prepare meal packs for distribution to evacuation centers.

UA&P

UA&P Relief Operations: You can drop off your donations at Escriva gate, Pearl Drive gate, or Prom A.

Muntinlupa City Hall

The Muntinlupa City Hall is calling for donations of relief goods and volunteers for rescue and relief operations.

Sagip Kapamilya

Drop off your donations in kind at the Sagip Kapamilya Headquarters at 13 Examiner St., West Triangle, Quezon City

DONATE IN KIND

LBC

Drop off your donations at LBC branches. They will be turned over to Red Cross.

Air21

Air21 accepts donations in all Mail and More branches nationwide and will distribute to areas affected by the flood.

McDonald's

Help victims of #MaringPH by donating goods in kind to any McDo store located in MM starting today until Aug 25

Sanctuario de San Antonio

Sanctuario de San Antonio in McKinley Road, Makati is accepting donations

DONATE IN CASH

DSWD

DSWD Peso Current Account: # 3122-1011-84, Landbank of the Philippines Batasan, Quezon City
DSWD US Dollar Savings Account Foreign Donation # 3124-0055-81 Swift Code TLBPPHMMXXX. Landbank of the Philippines, Batasan

Gawad Kalinga

Gawad Kalinga is asking for cash pledges to buy relief goods for the villages affected in Taguig.

#GilasPilipinasMaringFund

Deposit to Alagang Kapatid Foundation, Inc - BDO Acct# 00-5310-41016-4 or BPI Acct# 1443-0533-32. Just deposit w the note #GilasPilipinasMaringFund.

Philippine Red Cross

There are many ways to send your cash donations. You may also send them via SMS. Text RED AMOUNT to 2899 (Globe) or 4143 (Smart)

GMA Network's Telethon

Operating hours: August 20 4pm-11:30pm, Telethon number 9811950; August 21, 6 AM - 11:30 P.M.

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Who got the biggest pork?

Here are the list of congressmen who got the biggest pork barrel allocation on a 3-year period based from the COA report from 2007-2009:

1. Davao City 1st District Rep. Prospero Nograles P604.500 million
2. Surigao del Sur 1st District Rep. Prospero Pichay P300 million
3. Zambales 1st District Rep. Milagros Magsaysay P267.751 million
4. Quirino Rep. Junie Cua P248.910 million
5. Masbate 3rd District Rep. Rizalina Seachon-Lanete P233.550 million
6. Bulacan 2nd District Rep. Pedro Pancho P231.064 million
7. Malabon/Navotas Rep. Alvin Sandoval P230.950 million
8. Bulacan 4th District Rep. Relina Nicolas P230.790 million
9. Masbate 1st District Rep. Narciso Bravo Jr. P230.600
million
10. Quezon City 3rd District Rep. Matias Defensor Jr. P225 million
11. Sarangani Lone District Rep. Erwin Chiongbian P223 million
12. Pampanga 2nd District Rep. Juan Miguel Arroyo P220.500 million
13. Camarines Sur 4th District Rep. Felix Alfelor Jr. P220.300 million
14. Nueva Ecija 4th District Rep. Rodolfo Antonino P220 million
15. APEC party-list Rep. Edgard Valdez P215.950 million
16. Catanduanes Rep. Joseph Santiago P214 million

Click here to access the full COA report.

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Walang Pasok: August 20, 2013

This is a list of areas and schools that have declared suspension of classes and work on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. 

CITIES AND PROVINCES

Bataan- All levels

Cavite - All levels (according to Gov. Jonvic Remulla)

Dagupan City- All levels

Sta. Rosa, Laguna- Classes in all levels are suspended tom incl. all gov't offices, except those involved in emergency services.

Laguna (San Pedro, Biñan, Sta. Rosa, Calamba, Cabuyao, Los Baños and Bae)- All levels

Las Piñas- All levels (Las Piñas PIO Jimmy Castillano)

Mandaluyong - Pre-school to high school, public and private

Manila - All levels, public and private

Pangasinan- Pre-school to high school, both public and private

Parañaque- All levels

Pasay- Pre-school to high school

Pateros- All levels

San Juan- All levels

Taguig - All levels

Valenzuela - Pre-school to high school, public and private

SCHOOLS: 

FEU Manila, East Asia College, Makati campus: All classes and office work will continue to be suspended  

Colegio de San Agustin (Biñan, Laguna) - Preschool to CollegeUniversity of Perpetual Help (Biñan, Laguna)PUP (Sta. Rosa, San Pedro, Parañaque, Maragondon campus)De La Salle University- Dasmariñas
Perpetual Help College of Manila- All levels

With reference to: https://www.facebook.com/notes/gma-news/walangpasok-august-20-2013/10151515638357693

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Actress Megan Young wins Miss World PH: Complete List of Winners

 

MWP 2013 Queens: Omarie Linn Osuna (4th Princess), Janicel Lubina (1st Princess), Megan Young (Miss World Philippines 2013), Zarah Bianca Saldua (2nd Princess), Bianca Paz (3rd Princess)

The 3rd Edition of Miss World Philippines was held Sunday, August 18, 2013 at the Solaire Resorts and Casino with Queenie Rehman, MWP 2012 crowning Megan Lynne Young as MWP 2013. Megan earns the right to represent the country to Indonesia for Miss World 2013.

Complete List of Winners:

MISS WORLD PHILIPPINES 2013 - Megan Young

1st Princess - Janicel Lubina

2nd Princess - Zarah Bianca Saldua

3rd Princess - Bianca Paz

4th Princess - Omarie Osuna

Top 13 

Jennifer Hammond

Patricia Ejercitado

Karla Patricia Alas

Zandra Flores 

Angelica Lopez

Paula Estenso

Mercegrace Raquel

Samantha Bernardo

Special Awardees: 

Miss Talent: Samantha Bernardo
Miss Friendship: Zahra Bianca Saldua
Best in Fashion Runway: Megan Lynne Young
Best in Swimwear: Janicel Lubina
Miss Photogenic: Janicel Lubina
Best in Evening Gown: Bianca Paz
Miss Sports by Fila: Megan Lynne Young
Miss Redux Fat: Bianca Paz
Miss Olay: Megan Lynne Young
Miss Pantene: Zahra Bianca Saldua
Miss Reducin: Megan Lynne Young
Miss Novu Hair: Patricia Lae Ejercitado
Miss Bold & Glamorous by Revlon: Megan Lynne Young
Miss Laguna: Megan Lynne Young
Miss Bench Body: Megan Lynne Young
Miss Figlia: Megan Lynne Young

Congratulations to Megan and goodluck to your journey to the blue crown! 

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News Bits Online's Miss World Philippines 2013 List

While we at News Bits Online do not claim to be a pageant blog, we do have our fair share of choices for Philippine pageants and for tonight's coronation night at Solaire Resorts and Casino, we do have our list for Miss World Philippines 2013.

 

Our MWP 2013: Megan Lynne Young 

Jonas Gaffud's sole bet to Miss World Philippines 2013 (A&Q) is seen as everybody's choice for the crown. While we do not discount the fact that there are 24 other ladies, Megan has been doing activities related to the causes of Miss World and is tagged as the lady more than ready to capture the PH's first MW crown.

  

1st Princess: Ma. Paula Bianca Paz

There is already a vast improvement on Bianca's screening for MWP 2013 and she has known CQGQ since she joined the contest in 2011 where she was Miss World Philippines 3rd Princess. While we do not count her out for the crown, We believe that Megan will conquer it (or Bianca may spoil the fun!)

 

2nd Princess: Janicel Lubina

We put Janicel Lubina in the 2nd Princess spot mainly because our gut feel tells us that we want to see her in Miss Bikini International first and in Bb. Pilipinas 2014 next year. The former Miss Scuba Philippines is out to give Megan and Bianca a run for the crown.

3rd Princess: Patricia Ejercitado

It would be more than just a semifinal slot for Patricia Lae Ejercitado, whose experience span 2 editions of Bb. Pilipinas. Pat for us will be the more successful RL bet (the other is Ria Rabajante).

 

4th Princess: Vina Openiano

While we expected her to be a Mutya ng Pilipinas front-runner, Vina was able to reach the Top 10, we tabbed her in as the 4th Princess, she had what it takes to win the crown, it would just take triple the effort to win it. 

 

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Cora Dela Cruz vs. Jessica Corpuz (Team Apl)

 

Team Apl's OPM singers collaborated in the last battle round, Cora Dela Cruz and Jessica Corpuz singing Makita Kang Muli by Sugarfree. Jessica showed she's ready to perform but Apl chose Cora to move on to the next round because he sees her as a unique competitor.

 

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Klarisse vs. Gab vs. Rouxette (Team Sarah)

 

The last battle for Team Sarah featured a trio of Klarisse De Guzman, Gab Ramos and Rouxette Swinton singing Gotye ft. Kimbra's Somebody That I Used To Know. Despite Gary V picking Gab for the performance, Sarah chose Klarisse to move on to the next round.

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Radha Tinsay vs. Marissa Saroca (Team Lea)

 

Sharing the battle stage lastly for Team Lea was Radha Tinsay and Marissa Saroca, who gave a show stopping battle of Aretha Franklin's "Respect" that gave them a standing ovation from the coaches and the audience itself. Lea had to choose only one and give the last spot to Radha.

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Myk Perez vs. John Duka (Team Bamboo)

 

The last pair for Team Bamboo was Myk Perez and John Duka, who sang a medley of Hey Jude and Come Together from The Beatles. After their performance, Coach Lea thought of the influence of their coach Bamboo with their performance. Coach Bamboo liked the soulful voice of Myk and how John does his runs even with pitch problems. Bamboo chose Myk Perez to complete his team for the next round.

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Convert your Mabuhay Miles to Globe Rewards

 

Are you a frequent flyer of Philippine Airlines and a globe subscriber? Well, it is a good news for you that you can start converting your Mabuhay Miles to Globe Rewards points.

2,000 Mabuhay Miles = 400 points

1,500 Mabuhay Miles = 300 points

1,000 Mabuhay Miles = 200 points

Members can call 855-8888 for Manila or (032) 340-0191 for Cebu. They may also visit the Mabuhay Miles Service Center at Mabuhay Miles Service Center Makati. A text notification will be sent to the member indicating that the Globe rewards points have been credited to his or her mobile number.

With reference to: Yugatech

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The Search is On For the Next Miss Resorts World Manila 2013

 

The 4th Miss Resorts World Manila pageant will happen on November 30, 2013 and applications are already underway. Last year's winner, Alexandra Salmeron (MRWM 2012) and her runners-up Michelle Gavagan and Karen Gallman considered it as an experience of a lifetime (and is still ongoing).

For inquiries, you may contact them through missresortsworld2013@gmail.com

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Off she goes to Belarus: Miss Supranational Philippines Mutya Johanna Datul

The Ladies of Binibini Gold: Pia (1st RU), Cindy (Tourism), Mutya (Supranational), Bea (International) and Ara (Universe) during Mutya's Send-off (Credits OPMB Worldwide)

   

Yesterday, August 13 was a fitting send-off for the first Binibini delegate going overseas for her competition: Miss Supranational Philippines Mutya Johanna Datul will be going out of the country to fly to Belarus to compete in the Miss Supranational 2013 beauty pageant. 

Flanked by Madame Stella Marquez De Araneta, 2012 Miss Supranational 3rd RU Elaine Kay Moll and her binibini sisters, Mutya goes to Belarus bringing with her the charm, beauty and grace that will make her stand out with her other counterparts, hopefully be the first Asian Supranational titleholder of Miss Supranational.

News Bits Online will keep you posted on the results of Miss Supranational 2013. Good Luck Mutya!

(Photo: Jory Rivera for OPMB Worldwide)

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Chris Banchero to join Blackwater Elite to fulfill PBA dream

 

Chris Banchero has agreed to join the Blackwater Elite as his start to be eligible to join the PBA Draft and eventually fulfill his dream of becoming a PBA player someday.

According to team owner Dioceldo Sy, He is delighted that Chris Banchero approached them to be his D-League team and is thankful for San Miguel Beermen management that recommend Blackwater to Banchero.

Banchero is to receive P 30,000 in salary and will need to play at least 2 conferences before joining the pro league as compliance to the Fil-Foreign rule set by PBA.

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Juvie vs. RJ vs. Rainier (Team Lea)

Another trio battled it out last Sunday, this time it was from Team Lea, RJ Dela Fuente, Juvie Pelos and Rainier Acosta shared a song they were not familiar with, Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On". Coach Gerard Salonga, Lea's guest adviser shared that it was RJ who should advance to the next round. Coach Lea went on with her brother's advice as RJ didn't oversang the song and they found it just right.

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Talia vs. Denise Sagun (Team Bamboo)

 

Kamp Kawayan's Talia and Denise Sagun shared the stage with the song Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chilli Peppers. The voices of the two sounded identical and Coach Bamboo selected Talia to move on to the next round.

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Jessica Reynoso vs. Emmanuelle Vera (Team Apl)

 

It was a girl-to-girl duet for Team Apl's Jessica Reynoso and Emmanuelle Vera with their Coach Apl giving them the song "Just Give Me A Reason" by Pink. Emmanuelle tried to level with Jessica but the latter's voice really overpowered her. Apl picked Jessica to move to the next round.

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Maki Ricafort vs. Hans Dimayuga (Team Sarah)

 

Equally talented performers from Team Sarah shared the battle stage last Sunday, August 11, Maki Ricafort and Hans Dimayuga were given the song "What About Love" by Lamar. After the battle, Coach Sarah expressed that he found it hard to decide who will stay but eventually chose Maki to move on to the next round.

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2013 FIBA Asia Championship Final Standings

Rank	Team	Record
1st	Iran	9-0
2nd	Philippines	7-2
3rd	Korea	7-2
4th	Chinese Taipei	6-3
5th	China	6-3
6th	Qatar	5-3
7th	Jordan	4-5
8th	Kazakhstan	3-6
9th	Japan	3-4
10th	Hong Kong	1-6
11th	India	2-6
12th	Bahrain	2-6
13th	Saudi Arabia	1-3
14th	Thailand	1-4
15th	Malaysia	0-4

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Darryll Shy vs. Mj Podolig (Team Lea)

 

Coach Lea Salonga picked "Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka" for the battle of Darryl Shy and MJ Podolig, the two gentlemen brought along their guitars with their performance. Lea cited that MJ had too much adlibs in his song and has picked Darryl Shy to move on to the next round.

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Michaellen Temporada vs. Eva Delos Santos (Team Sarah)

 

Sarah's camp pitted Michaellen Temporada and Eva Delos Santos in a soulful battle with Michael Jackson's song "I Just Can't Stop Loving You"  which showed two excellent singers singing in the battle stage that their coach Sarah Geronimo even mentioned she regrets pitting the two together. At the end of the battle, Sarah chose Mommy Eva Delos Santos, who showed her experience as a performer.

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Lance Fabros vs. Janice Javier (Team Apl)

 

Lance Fabros and Janice Javier from Team Apl brought the house down with the song "Don't Stop Believing". The performance shown the two artists as excellent singers, with Lance as a born performer and Janice as a vocal powerhouse. In the end, Coach Apl selected Janice to move on to the second round.

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Isa Fabregas vs. Angelica Prado (Team Bamboo)

Angelica Prado and Isabella Fabregas were Team Bamboo's featured battle for the August 10 episode of The Voice. While Angelica used her experience with the band scene with singing, Bamboo chose Isa Fabregas, whom she thought to have the distinct big voice and he has not seen a performer like her today. Isa Fabregas moves to the next round. 
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