It’s ‘V Day’ in ASAP 2012 this Sunday

“ASAP 2012” continues to spread the love this Sunday, February 12, as its fills the hearts of viewers with a massive dose of love, romance, and passion as ASAP stars celebrate Valentine’s Day “up close and personal” for the first time! Feel the love on its purest form as Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano leads the whole ASAP Kapamilya for one heartfelt and inspiring number, while Pop Royalty Sarah Geronimo’s road to superstardom continues as she conquers the ASAP stage once more with another exhilarating concert performance in ‘SOS.’ Sing your heart’s desires with Angeline Quinto on “Angeline on Q”; and the sweetest serenades from Martin Nievera,...

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Betong Sumaya Named Survivor Philippines Celebrity Sole Survivor

Comedian Albert “Betong” Sumaya was named Celebrity Sole Survivor during the Survivor Philippines Celebrity Doubles Showdown grand finale Friday night. Held live at the Studio 7 of GMA Network Building in Quezon City Friday night, February 10, Betong Sumaya was declared season 4 winner of Survivor Philippines by garnering 4 votes from the 7 jury members namely Maey Bautista, Chuckie Dreyfus, Arthur Solinap and KC Montero. Mara Yokohama received two votes courtesy of Arnold Aninion and John Odulio of Philippine Volcanoes making her the runner-up. Stef Prescott got 1 vote courtesy of her partner Gino dela Peña. Betong went home P3-million pesos...

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‘Luv U’ to Open its First Day of Classes on February 19

With the success of “TODA Max” as the country’s no. 1 sitcom and “Goin’ Bulilit,” which is now on its seventh year, ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Comedy proudly presents its newest member “Luv U,” the comedy series that is sure to spice up the weekends of the youth. Featured in “Luv U” are the talented former Bulilits who are now tweeners like Miles Ocampo, Angeli Gonzales, Kiray Celis, CJ Navato and Igi Boy Flores. The program also introduces young heartthrob Marco Gumabao. “I’m really honored to be part of Kapamilya Comedy’s ‘Luv U.’ This is my first ever project, so I’ll do my best,” Marco said. Also jazzing up the stellar cast of “Luv U” are veteran...

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Okat2kat ‘Scares’ Rivals in TV Ratings

“Oka2kat” made a successful comeback on television when its premiere telecast last Saturday became the number one show on its timeslot with a TV rating of 13.6 percent, according to Kantar Media’s national TV ratings data. “Oka2kat” enjoyed higher viewership than competing programs “Wish Ko Lang” (8.9%) and “24 Oras Weekend” (9.8%) of GMA, and “Wil Time Bigtime” (10.1%) of TV5. Viewers welcomed the new set of tween stars who topbill the new weekly series, namely Paul Salas, Makisig Morales, Sue Anna Ramirez, Jane Oineza, and Joshua Colet. This week, Andrew (Paul Salas) will begin his horror-filled adventures as he searches for the cursed items...

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‘Showbiz Inside Report’ Shares the ‘Truth’ on Grace Lee and Annabelle Rama

Two of today’s most controversial ladies – Grace Lee and Annabelle Rama – will take the spotlight in the next episode of ABS-CBN’s newest showbiz-oriented talkshow “Showbiz Inside Report” (SIR) as Carmina Villaroel, Janice de Belen, Joey Marquez, and Ogie Diaz unravel the real persona behind the much-talked about headlines. After its pilot episode became a worldwide trending topic in Twitter and won the nationwide TV ratings over its rival show in GMA, “Startalk,” SIR continues to provide the viewers with a more compelling story and in-depth discussion this Saturday, February 11, this time, about the controversial talent manager Annabelle and...

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Vangie’s Latest Mission: to Protect TV5’s Newest Kapatid International Idol

We all know how your Pinoy Virtual Assistant, Ate Vangie, became an internet celebrity. There’s a buzz going on about her latest mission: to protect TV5’s newest certified Kapatid international idol! ...

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Robin, Vhong, Pokwang and Angel’s Friendship Strengthened via ‘TODA Max’

A few months after ABS-CBN’s flagship sitcom "TODA Max" was launched, it didn’t only become no. 1 in the ratings game, it has also strengthened the friendship of action superstar Robin Padilla, hailed comedy prince Vhong Navarro, seasoned comedienne Pokwang and drama princess Angel Locsin. The four said that in the few months of working together, they have already created countless memories to cherish. Their characters in the sitcom may sometimes have a hard time settling their differences, but their real camaraderie tells otherwise. They really enjoy the company of each other. Besides their harmonious working relationship, they are also proud...

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Hot Air Balloon Festival 2012 in Clark, Pampanga - Schedule of Activities

Colorful hot air balloons fill the landscape at Clark Air Field in Pampanga on Thursday, February 9, during the launch of the 17th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. The annual festival, which runs from February 9 to 12, features 26 hot air balloons and a variety of aerial exhibitions from planes to kites. Check the remaining schedule of activities below: February 11 Saturday (Third Fiesta Day) 5:00-5:45 am – Philippine Flag jump5:45-7:00 am – Hot Air Balloon Flights7:00-7:30 am – RP / Malaysian / Spain/Australia Paragliding Exhibition7.30-8.00 am – ACFC Ultralight/Microlight aircraft formation flights and flour bombing8:00-8:30...

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LOVE LOVE LOVE in Party Pilipinas

The country’s consistent top rating concert-party celebrates Valentine’s Day this Sunday with PARTY PILIPINAS LOVE.LOVE.LOVE! Follow a 3-part love story about finding love, fighting the odds, and achieving a “happily ever after”. Prepare for Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid as she finally makes her comeback performance on Party Pilipinas’ stage. 2011 MMFF Best Actor Dingdong Dantes and Primetime Queen Marian Rivera will usher viewers to the grand launch of their new soap MY BELOVED. DongYan’s My Beloved co-star, Katrina Halili joins singing tandems on DUETS. Also on DUETS is worldwide Twitter trending topic Maxene Magalona with Arkin Magalona, Aljur Abrenica, Lovi Poe, Glaiza De Castro, and more! Afternoon prime’s exciting lineup of Kylie Padilla, Rocco Nacino, and new Kapuso...

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Valley Fault System - 2 Schools Found to be Built on West Valley Line

Quezon City officials are studying the possible relocation of 2 public schools that were discovered to be built on top of the West Valley Fault Line (formerly known as the Marikina Valley Fault Line), which experts believe is ripe for a new movement. Elmo San Diego, head of the Quezon City Department of Public Order and Safety, said Silangan Elementary School and Batasan Elementary School lie on top of the West Valley fault line, which has been dormant for about 200 years. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said the 20 to 25-kilometer West Valley fault line ends at the boundary of Quezon City, and San Mateo and Rodriguez, Rizal. Phivolcs Direcor Renato Solidum said the fault line system is already past its dormant phase, and is now ripe for another movement. "Naabot na...

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"Nandito Ako" Full Trailer Starring David Archuleta, Jasmine Curtis Smith and Eula Caballero

Catch here the full trailer of TV5's upcoming miniserye titled “Nandito Ako” Starring David Archuleta, Jasmine Curtis Smith and Eula Caballero. Also starring Gelli de Belen, Aiko Melendez, G Toengi, Ana Capri, Mon Confiado, Alwyn Uytingco, Joseph Bitangcol, RS Francisco, Ana Feleo, Perla Bautista, David Bianco and Byron Ortile. Directed by Mac Alejandre, "Nandito Ako" premieres February 20 after "Valiente" on TV5 primetime block....

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‘Angelito: Batang Ama’ Now Airs an Hour Long in Kapamilya Gold

Due to insistent public demand, “Angelito: Batang Ama” now airs an hour long every weekdays in the new Kapamilya Gold afternoon block of ABS-CBN. Viewers can get to see more of the show’s riveting plots and twists on its longer time and will get hooked even more especially this week as Angelito and Rosalie’s (Charee Pineda) battle for custody on Jun Jun (Joshen Bernardo) heats up. The two tried to compromise yet fate continues to test their strengths as parents. Rosalie takes the last straw when Jun Jun met an accident while he was with Angelito. Will Angelito lose Jun Jun for good? How determined is he to fight for his rights as father to his...

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‘One Love, One Heart, One Nation’ - GMA Kapuso Month Theme

Check out the music video for GMA-7′s Kapuso Month theme “One Love, One Heart, One Nation” featuring tween stars Derrick Monasterio and Lexi Fernandez, composed by Simon Peter Tan, lyrics by Andie Manahan, and video by Dudz Clotario....

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Regine Velasquez and Ogie Alcasid 'Mr. & Mrs. A'

Husband and wife Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez and Singer-songwriter Ogie Alcasid will stage their first concert together as husband and wife at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum on February 14, 2012 titled "Mr. & Mrs. A"....

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Pokwang Reveals Real Beauty in ‘Wansapanataym’

Comedienne Pokwang topbills this Saturday’s (February 11) ‘Hair, There and Everywhere’ episode of “Wansapanataym.” She will portray the role of Maisa, a good-hearted lady who has been insecure all her whole life because of her rough and frizzy hair. One mysterious day, she wakes up with a long and shiny hair, which will turn her life around. However, her new-found beauty will cause her loved ones despair as Maisa will become vain, arrogant, and insensitive, especially to her family. Also starring in ‘Hair, There and Everywhere’ episode are Rafael Rosell, Susan Africa, Kelly Misa, Dionne Monsanto, Roden Araneta, Angelo Garcia, and Amy Nobleza....

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Negros Quake Death Toll Reaches 48, Survivors Beg for Help

The death toll from the magnitude 6.9 quake that hit Negros Oriental Monday, February 6, as of yesterday, February 8, reached 48 while 92 are still missing according to Col. Francisco Zosimo Patrimonio Jr., commander of the Army’s 302nd Brigade based in the province. The official death toll from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, (NDRRMC) however, is lower, at 22, including seven new fatalities. NDRRMC Executive Director Benito Ramos, who is in Negros Oriental, said the seven new fatalities died in hospitals where they were brought after they were pinned down by collapsed walls. Ramos also said the number of missing remain at 71 – mostly victims of landslides in Guihulngan City, which is near the epicenter of the quake, and La Libertad town. Meanwhile, survivors...

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Bianca Manalo and Alfred Vargas Topbill ‘Love Potion’ Episode of ‘MMK’

The popular quote ‘True love conquers all’ will be proven true this Saturday as “Maalaala Mo Kaya” caters the love story of a half Korean-half Pinoy named Lenny (Alfred Vargas) and his conquest in pursuing his love for Yvonne (Bianca Manalo). After being turned down several times, Lenny’s persistence when Yvonne became his girlfriend. Just when Lenny thought everything was going well for both of them, he proposed to Yvonne thinking that she would be willing to marry him. Yvonne did accept his proposal but three days before their wedding, she got cold feet and runaway. Frustrated, Lenny sought the help of a witch doctor to make Yvonne fall for...

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Charice One for the Heart Valentine Special Airs on GMA 7

International singing sensation Charice, comes home once again to celebrate Valentine's Day with her Kapuso fans via her television special aptly entitled "Charice, One for the Heart." The Pinoy Pride is back, and she is all grown up–her voice more breathtaking, and her stance more powerful before her audience. This time with her very own band that she takes to her international tours, Charice performs songs closest to her heart–songs that talk about her journey as an artist, and her plight as a daughter ever loving to her parents and family. Charice also pays tribute to well-loved OPM love songs as she shares the stage with Pop Balladeer...

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KC Concepcion Reveals Valentine Date

KC Concepcion will celebrate Valentine’s Day, February 14, with not just one person but the whole city of Cebu as she goes to Cebu Institute of Technology-University for the Visayas leg of the highly anticipated singing competition “The X Factor Philippines.” Before that, KC will also invade Bacolod City this Saturday (Feb 11) and go to Colegio San Agustin to witness if hopefuls from the city of smiles can be the country’s next singing superstar. “The X Factor Philippines” is open to all Filipinos, aged 16 and above, who can sing and who thinks he or she has the ‘x factor.’ Interested Kapamilyas can audition in solo, duo, trio, or group acts. Those...

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ABS-CBN Continues to Support Bb. Pilipinas

ABS-CBN, the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate, is proud to be the official carrier of the Binibining Pilipinas pageant for the second year in a row. It can be recalled that last year, the Kapamilya network staged the Philippines’ most prestigous pageant, where Shamcey Supsup was hailed Binibining Pilipinas-Universe and eventually became 4th Runner-up in the Miss Universe pageant.  In an interview, Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) chair Stella Marquez Araneta commended ABS-CBN for bringing an excellent show last year, which she said some believe to be better than the Miss Universe production. For more updates, logon to...

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The Good Daughter Starring Kylie Padilla Premieres Monday on GMA Afternoon Prime

Moving beyond the shadow of her famous actor-dad, Kylie Padilla has started to carve a name in the industry all on her own. Her first solo project, Blusang Itim, was such a success that GMA-7 is once again banking on the pretty and talented young star as she topbills the new afternoon drama, The Good Daughter. The program will premiere on February 13 after Kokak on GMA Afternoon Prime. In her new project, Kylie plays Bea, a sweet yet assertive teenager who meets a turning point in her life when her mother dies and her father marries someone she disapproves of. As she learns of her stepmother’s true intentions, Bea is forced to reveal a tougher...

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Katrina Halili Offers a Different Kind of Massage in GMA’s ‘Spooky Valentine’

This Saturday, February 11, Katrina Halili, Paolo Contis and Antonio Aquitaña will star in GMA-7′s “Spooky Valentine presents Masahista,” airing after Manny Many Prizes. When people talk about “stress relievers” these days, medications only rank second to a hard and soothing massage, which is readily available in the hundreds of spas and massage parlors marking the Metro Manila landscape. People come to these places to unwind and de-stress. But what if you’d find out that the masseuse, who’s giving you a gentle rub, is a vengeful ghost with a gloomy past? This Saturday, Katrina Halili, Paolo Contis and Antonio Aquitaña will give a “spooky”...

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Grace Lee Chosen as Bench Newest Endorser

Korean DJ-TV host Grace Lee is also now a product endorser. President Noynoy's rumored girlfriend is the newest well-known personality to ever endorse the world-class local clothing brand "Bench". She now joins Piolo Pascual, Angelica Panganiban, Richard Gutierrez, Dingdong Dantes, Lovi Poe, Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson, Carla Abellana, Richard Gomez, Lucy Torres, andKris Aquino in the long list of the most credible local endorsers. "Of course, it's an honor for me. For them to get me as an endorser is a privilege." she said. But before anyone thinks it might have something to do with her involvement with President Noynoy, Lee already clarified...

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Startalk Wins Against Showbiz Inside Report

Despite the launch of ABS-CBN's newest investigative showbiz-oriented talk show "Showbiz Inside Report", GMA-7's longest running and trusted showbiz authority "Startalk" continues to reign on its timeslot. Sa loob ng labing-anim na taon, patuloy ang pamamayagpag sa ere ng Startalk TX. Kaya naman kahit na anong programang itapat dito ay hindi tumatagal sa ere at palaging natatalo sa ratings. Ayon sa datos na nagmula sa mas kinikilala at pinagkakatiwalaang TV ratings supplier na Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, noong nakaraang Sabado ay tinalo ng STARTALK TX ang katapat nitong bagong programa na Showbiz Inside Report. Nakapagtala ang STARTALK...

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‘Budoy’ Pays Tribute to Education Advocates

“Budoy” will feature short documentaries that will pay tribute to education advocates. ABS-CBN’s biggest family drama series, “Budoy,” continues to inspire viewers not only through its heartwarming scenes but also with its new segment titled “Mga Kuwento ni Budoy: Isang Pagpupugay sa mga Guro at Mag-aaral,” that features short documentaries of ordinary people that showed their utmost dedication to uphold the value of education in the country. It aims to pay tribute to education advocates like 2009 CNN Hero of the Year Efren Peñaflorida. Meanwhile, “Budoy” fans will surely be glued more on their TV sets as more explosive scenes are yet to be...

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'My Beloved' Cast and Characters

My Beloved, starring reel and real-life sweethearts Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera, is an upcoming romance-horror-suspense series GMA-7. Under the direction of Dominic Zapata, "My Beloved" premieres February 13, 2012 on GMA Telebabad. Catch the cast photos of 'My Beloved' below (click pics to enlarge): Dingdong Dantes as Arlan / Benjie Marian Rivera as Sharina Mikael Daez Jennica Garcia as Monica Carl Guevarra Alden Richards as Harold John Hall Saab Magalona as Kaye Ynna Asistio as Kynnah Andrea Torres as Bianca Fabio Ide as Rowan Photos: Dinno Er...

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Noynoy Aquino Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN)

The Statement of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN) of Philippine President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III at the end of 2010 has been released. Check below...

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GMA Network Shows Finalists in New York Festivals 2012

9 Kapuso shows made it as finalists in the 2012 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards Competition. They are: Biography/Profiles Front Row: Bente Dos (Twenty-Two) GMA Network, Inc. Philippines Community Portraits Report Card GMA Network, Inc. Philippines History & Society Pluma: Si Rizal, Ang Dakilang Manunulat (Rizal, The Great Writer) GMA Network, Inc. Philippines Nature & Wildlife Born to be Wild: The Born Expeditions Finale The Monster of Mae Klong and The Great White Shark GMA Network, Inc. Philippines Social Issues/Current Events Front Row: Yaman Sa Basura (Child Urban Miners) GMA Network, Inc. Philippines I-Witness: Gintong...

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ABS-CBN Shows Finalists in New York Festivals 2012

5 Kapamilya shows made it as finalists in the 2012 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards Competition. They are: Best Newscast TV Patrol: Storm Juaning ABS-CBN Corporation Philippines Biography/Profiles Storyline ABS-CBN Corporation Philippines History & Society EDSA25: Sulyap sa Kasaysayan (A Glimpse of History) ABS-CBN Corporation Philippines Magazine Format Rated K / Kwento ng Buhay Ko (This is my Life) ABS-CBN Corporation Philippines Social Issues/Current Events Krusada / Crusade ABS-CBN Corporation Philippines The New York Festivals' World’s Best Television & Films honors programming in all lengths and forms from over 40...

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TV5 Shows Finalists in New York Festivals 2012

2 Kapatid shows made it as finalists in the 2012 New York Festivals TV and Film Awards Competition. They are: Community Service Programs Wanted: Child Special Associated Broadcasting Company (TV5) Philippines Politics News 5 Debates: A Challenge For Change Associated Broadcasting Company (TV5) Philippines The New York Festivals' World’s Best Television & Films honors programming in all lengths and forms from over 40 countries. Dedicated to both the TV and Film industries, categories mirror today’s global trends and encourage the next generation of story-tellers: News, Sports, Documentary, Reality, Drama, Feature Films, Telenovelas, Webisodes,...

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TV5 Welcomes Its Newest Morning Show "Good Morning Club"

As TV5's early morning show "Sapul sa Singko" bids farewell last Friday, February 3, a much more exciting show premeired yesterday called "Good Morning Club" to help you start your day right. Hosted by Paolo Bediones, Martin Andanar, Cheryl Cosim, Pat Fernandez, Amy Perez, Christine Bersola-Babao, Chiqui Roa-Puno, Lucky Mercado and Shalala,  "Good Morning Club," airs from Mondays to Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. only on T...

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Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes' "Growing Up" Bids Goodbye this Sunday

ABS-CBN's top-rating teen drama series "Growing Up" topbilled by Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes will air its final episode this Sunday, February 12. After Ella (Kathryn) and Tammy (Julia) chose friendship over pride, the whole barkada will be faced with another challenge, that is to help their beloved teacher and coach Miss Ortega (Maricar Reyes) in her fight against cancer. Meanwhile, watch out for the last revelations of the "Growing Up" love teams 'EllRick' of Ella and Patrick (Daniel Padilla); 'JaMmy' of Jason (Diego Loyzaga) and Tammy; 'Casoy' of Cassie (Yen Santos) and Tikoy (Neil Coleta); and 'Mocha-Vanilla Baby' of Britney (Kiray...

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