Himig Handog 2014 Interpreters Revealed

The country's biggest songwriting competition is back after its successful staging last year with Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2014, The contest behind the winning song "Anong Nangyari Sa Ating Dalawa" by Aiza Seguerra and the popular "Nasayo Na Ang Lahat" by Daniel Padilla aims to bring back the glory of OPM.

This year, there are 15 finalists competing to be the grand prize winner, the mixture of veteran and new songwriters give the fresh take to this contest with the following interpreters:

“7 Minutes” – Juris“
Akin Ka Na Lang” – Morissette Amon
“Bumabalik ang Nagdaan” – Jessa Zaragoza
“Dito” – Jovit Baldivino
“Everything Takes Time” – Hazel Faith Dela Cruz (composer and interpreter)
“Halik sa Hangin” – Ebe Dancel with Abra
“Hanggang Kailan” – Angeline Quinto
“If You Don’t Want to Fall” – Jed Madela
“Mahal Kita Pero” – Janella Salvador
“Mahal Ko o Mahal Ako” – KZ Tandingan
“Pare Mahal Mo Raw Ako” – Michael Pangilinan
“Pumapagibig” – Marion Aunor
“Simpleng Tulad Mo” – Daniel Padilla
“Umiiyak ang Puso” – Bugoy Drilon 
“Walang Basagan ng Trip” – Jugs and Teddy

Watch out for song previews and ways to vote as Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2014 progress.

With reference to: http://www.abs-cbn.com/updates/PR-Himig-Handog-P-Pop-Love-Songs-2014-Interpreters-Revealed?scid=3EE29A07-4C2B-4FCB-9CE4-203003B7943C

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Paolo Bediones figures in a sex video scandal

TV5 news anchor and host Paolo Bediones allegedly figured in a sex video scandal, which is currently making rounds in the Internet.

The video, which is 6 minutes and 40 seconds long, shows Paolo while having an intimate scene with an unidentified woman.

A blogger reportedly said that Paolo admitted in his past interview that he had a scandal video with a female sexy star, but said they already deleted the video file.

Paolo started his career as a commercial model, and eventually host of GMA Network's Extra Challenge. He transferred to TV5 in 2009.

[Photo: hatawtabloid.com]

(Original Story run through: http://reynthology.blogspot.com/2014/07/paolo-bediones-figures-in-sex-video.html) 

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Full List: Philpop 2014 Winners

The Finals of the OPM Songwriting Competition Philpop 2014 happened July 26, 2014 with Jungee Marcelo taking home the top award for his competition piece, "Salbabida". This year, 12 songs were chosen to make the finals from a pool of song writers and were interpreted by the hottest artists of today.

Full List:

Grand Prize Winner: Jungee Marcelo and Kyla (interpreter) for "Salbabida"


1st Runner Up:  Toto Sorioso with Youtube Sensation Aldrich Talonding and James Bucong as interpreters for "Awit Mo'y Nandito Pa"


2nd Runner Up: Daryl Ong with Kris Lawrence as interpeter for "Torpe"


Spinnr's Choice: Chi Bacobo and Isaac Garcia with McCoy Fundales and Clara Benin for Kung Akin Ang Langit

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PLDT announces refund process

Activities for today, July 23, 2014 has been cancelled and the organizers of the PLDT Home: The Last Home Stand All-Star Event have announced the process of refund, for both ticket holders of 22 and 23.

PLDT executive vice-president Ariel Fermin assured that ticket holders for Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s events will be refunded in full.

For those seeking a refund may send the following information: 1) Full name; 2) ticket number; 3) contact number; and 4) email address either by text message to 0919 614 0865 or email to RefundIGW@gmail.com.

The ten-digit ticket number can be found at left portion of the ticket, below the seat number.

The cancellation of what is supposed to be a 5 on 5 scrimmage between NBA Stars and Gilas Pilipinas was because of the threats from the NBA of suspensions if they play through with the event.

PLDT Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan apologized for the sudden turn of events in what is supposed to be the last game of Gilas before they go through training camp in preparation for FIBA World from August 31 - September 14.

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#WalangPasok - List of class suspensions for Thursday, July 17

Classes are still suspended on some cities and universities on Thursday after the effect of Glenda. The list are as follows: 

Metro Manila

Las Piñas City - all levels, public and private schools

Makati City - all levels, public and private schools

Malabon City - all levels, public and private schools

Mandaluyong City - all levels

Marikina City - all levels, public and private schools

Muntinlupa City - all levels, public and private schools

Navotas City - all levels, public and private

Parañaque City - all levels, public and private schools

Pasay City - preschool, elementary and high school levels, public and private schools

Pateros - all levels

Quezon City – preschool to high school levels, public and private schools

San Juan City - all levels, public and private schools

Taguig City - preschool to high school levels, public schools

Provinces

Bataan - all levels, public and private schools

Bulacan (the listed areas)
- Malolos - preschool to high school levels, public and private schools

Batangas - all levels

Cavite - all levels, public and private schools

Camarines Sur - all levels, Thursday and Friday

Laguna - all levels, public and private

Rizal (the listed areas)
- San Mateo - all levels, public and private

Schools

Ateneo De Manila University - all levels

De La Salle University - all levels, including office work

Far Eastern University - FEU Manila still suspended; FEU Makati suspended until Friday.

Polytechnic University of the Philippines - PUP San Juan, Sto. Tomas (Batangas), Laguna campuses (Sta. Rosa, San Pedro, Calauan, Biñan)

University of Santo Tomas

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Mutya Datul to be dethroned? WBA has the answer

There has been a lot of rumors that Miss Supranational '13 Mutya Datul will be dethroned because her trip to China was not coordinated to the WBA (official organization of Miss Supranational). To answer all rumors, the official Miss Supranational Facebook page posted:

Mister International '13 Jose Anmer Paredes and Miss Supranational Mutya Datul were both in Guangzhou for the crowning of Miss China Landscape.

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"Elevator Girl" Cheridel Alejandrino evicted from the Pinoy Big Brother House

Cheridel Alejandrino, the Elevator Girl who rose to fame from Olongapo was the latest evictee of the "Pinoy Big Brother All In" in the Eviction Night and was the 10th housemate to be evicted from the series. 

Cheridel got 1.23% or lowest among the 5 nominees that included Manolo Pedrosa, Jane Oineza, Loisa Andallo and Daniel Matsunaga.

Before exiting, Cheridel was given the power to save someone from nomination the following week where he chose Manolo Pedrosa and to automatically nominate a housemate in Fifth Pagotan.

Cheridel rose to fame when her video was uploaded through Youtube while performing her duty as an Elevator Girl in an SM mall. 

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July 29 declared as Regular Holiday for Eid'l Fitr

President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino declared July 29 (Tuesday) as a Regular Holiday across the country in observance of Eid'l Fitr or the End of Ramadan. 

The purpose of this holiday is to promote cultural understanding and integration which is why the entire Filipino nation should be granted an opportunity to join the celebration of Eid'l Fitr.

The Department of Labor and Employment urged private companies in the country to abide by the Pay Rules in pursuant to DOLE memorandum for regular holidays. 

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Miss Universe 2015 in Manila, PH?

Reigning Miss Universe Gabriela Isler 

There is no definite date and place yet for Miss Universe 2014 but as early, there are reports that Manila is reportedly eyed to host Miss Universe 2015. 

If this happens, this would be the third time that the country will be hosting the pageant. 

Last July 21, 1974, Miss Universe was held at the Folk Arts Theater with Amparo Munoz of Spain succeeding Margarita Moran. Guadalupe Sanchez, then Philippine representative was part of the Top 12 finalists.

In 1994, Sushmita Sen of India won the Miss Universe crown when it was held here at the Philippine International Convention Center in Manila. Charlene Gonzales made it to the Top 6.

While 2015 may have Manila as its host, the 2014 edition does not have a definite venue yet where 26 year old Mary Jean Lastimosa of Cotabato will represent the country for the right to succeed Gabriela Isler and become Miss Universe 2014 

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The Real Score between Kris Aquino and Derek Ramsay

Kapatid Actor Derek Ramsay clarified the real score between him and Kris Aquino in an interview last Thursday, July 10, 2014.

Ramsay noted that Kris is his best friend, contrary to the rumors that the two are already in a relationship. Ramsay posted a photo with Kris and her two sons Josh and Bimby after watching a movie that they just had movie and drinks and there is no dating that has happened.

Ramsay considers himself happily single right now but when asked if his relationship with Kris have a chance to turn romantic, Ramsay replied that they were just friends, however it is hard to answer that question.

Derek has already been involved with a lot of showbiz personalities and so is Kris, will this go to the next level? 

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Hayden Kho is a doctor again

5 years after the sex video scandal that lead his license to be revoked. Hayden Kho can now be called again as Dr. Hayden Kho as he has been reinstated by the Professional Regulation Commission. 

The 34 year old Kho took it to Instagram Monday where the visible part of the document reads:

"Resultantly, we are constrained to construe complainant's failure to oppose as desistance or waiver of her right to object to the petition. As the case stands, petitioner's allegations regarding his qualifications and achievement remain unrebutted.

"We see no cogent reason to further burden petitioner with the remnants of a reckless faux pas when his overall conduct shows a manifestly repentant heart. While others simply passively wait for the period revocation to lapse, petitioner positively and quickly acted to prove himself a worthy medical doctor to this Board and the Commission.

"Wherefore, all premises considered and for reasons of equity and justice, the Board hereby grants petitioner's petition for reinstatement. Dr. Hayden Kho is hereby reinstated to the practice as medical doctor."

The PRC revoked Kho's license in 2009 after he was found guilty of committing unethical conduct in connection with his video recording of his intimate interactions with different women. 

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June Mar Fajardo: PBA Most Valuable Player for 2014

The 39th PBA Season comes to a close with the Leo Awards being held yesterday, true enough, it was a big man battle for the Most Valuable Player Award, with second year big guy from the San Miguel Beermen June Mar Fajardo beating Ranidel De Ocampo  and Jayson Castro of the Talk and Text Tropang Texters, Asi Taulava of the Air 21 Express.

It was the fitting end to Fajardo's season, who also had the Most Improved Player Award, Defensive Team Award and the 1st Mythical Award Trophy after the event. 

Notable winners are: Willie Miller for Sportsmanship Award, Jireh Ibanes, Gabe Norwood, Marc Pingris, Mark Barroca along with Fajardo for the All-Defensive Team, Paul Lee, PJ Simon, Greg Slaughter, Marc Pingris and Sonny Thoss for the Mythical 2nd Team and June Mar Fajardo, Asi  Taulava, Mark Barroca, Ranidel De Ocampo and Jayson Castro for the Mythical 1st Team. Ginebra's Greg Slaughter was a run-away winner for the Rookie of the Year Award.

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Mo Twister and Jinggoy Estrada's children engage in a Twitter War

 US based DJ Mo Twister is now back in the limelight after exchanging words on Twitter with Senator Jinggoy Estrada's son, Julian Estrada which started when the DJ asked if the latter's brother, Jolo has a twitter account so he can cyberbully him. 

Incumbent San Juan Councilor and eldest daughter of Senator Jinggoy Janella Ejercito responded to Mo Twister via Instagram post: “Nakakaawa. Don’t add salt to the wound. We sincerely pitied you when there was a ‘leaked’ video of you crying about Rhian Ramos having an abortion and you didn’t hear anything from us.” she said.

Jolo Estrada has been subject to the ire of the netizens because of the lavish lifestyle & diplomatic passport he has which has been considered too much for being a senator's son. 

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Watch: She's Dating A Gangster Full Trailer

Teen King Daniel Padilla and Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo share the spotlight in the movie She's Dating The Gangster. The Wattpad installment of the movie is something that is not worth missing. 

To watch the trailer:

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