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....

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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&nbs...

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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 Fuent...

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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-d...

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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)&nbs...

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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 = P2,996Price Zone 2 = P2,675Price Zone 3 = P2,140Price Zone 4 = P1,391Price 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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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....

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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. &nbs...

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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. Watch video here: ...

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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...

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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. View Full Video Here: ...

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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. View full video here: ...

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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. View full video here:  ...

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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.  Youtube Video Credits to the Owner &nbs...

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