PH's Bigtime Bands and Solo Artists Reunite for ‘The Eraserheads’ Tribute Album

PH's Bigtime Bands and Solo Artists Reunite for ‘The Eraserheads’ Tribute Album Some of music industry's best artists unite in one album to pay tribute to the phenomenal contribution of the iconic Filipino pop-rock band, The Eraserheads. Released by Star Records and Star Cinema, “The Reunion: An Eraserheads Tribute Album" features 14 anthemic Eraserheads hit songs including 'Alapaap’ by 6cyclemind with Eunice of Gracenote, ‘Minsan’ by Callalily, ‘Overdrive’ by Vin Dancel, ‘Fine Time’ by Marc Abaya of Kjwan, ‘Super Proxy’ of Razorback with Gloc9, ‘Kailan’ by Ney and Yeng Constantino, ‘Kaliwete’ by Hilera, ‘Maling Akala’ by Itchyworms, ‘Ligaya’...

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Jessica Sanchez "I’ll Be There" American Idol Top 3

Jessica Sanchez "I’ll Be There" American Idol Top 3 Jessica Sanchez performed Jackson 5's "I’ll Be There" on American Idol Season 11 Top 3. Watch below: Let's help save Jessica from elimination. In the US, you can vote for Jessica Sanchez by calling 1-866-IDOLS-02 or 05 or 08 (1-866-436-5702, 1-866-436-5705, 1-866-436-5708) or Text “VOTE” to 5702 or 5705 or 5708. Fans from the Philippines and other territories outside US: Using Magic Jack, NetTalk phones: If you have Magic Jack or NetTalk phones in Pinas, you can vote for Jessica by dialing the toll free number that will be assigned to her after the American Idol show. Check the American...

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Jessica Sanchez "I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing" American Idol Top 3

Jessica Sanchez "I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing" American Idol Top 3 Jessica Sanchez performed Aerosmith's "I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing" on American Idol Season 11 Top 3. Watch below: Let's help save Jessica from elimination. In the US, you can vote for Jessica Sanchez by calling 1-866-IDOLS-02 or 05 or 08 (1-866-436-5702, 1-866-436-5705, 1-866-436-5708) or Text “VOTE” to 5702 or 5705 or 5708. Fans from the Philippines and other territories outside US: Using Magic Jack, NetTalk phones: If you have Magic Jack or NetTalk phones in Pinas, you can vote for Jessica by dialing the toll free number that will be assigned to her after the...

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Jessica Sanchez "My All" American Idol 11 Top 3

Jessica Sanchez "My All" American Idol 11 Top 3 Jessica Sanchez performed Mariah Carey's "My All" on American Idol Season 11 Top 3. Watch below: Let's help save Jessica from elimination. In the US, you can vote for Jessica Sanchez by calling 1-866-IDOLS-02 or 05 or 08 (1-866-436-5702, 1-866-436-5705, 1-866-436-5708) or Text “VOTE” to 5702 or 5705 or 5708. Fans from the Philippines and other territories outside US: Using Magic Jack, NetTalk phones: If you have Magic Jack or NetTalk phones in Pinas, you can vote for Jessica by dialing the toll free number that will be assigned to her after the American Idol show. Check the American Idol...

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GMA Network Profits P388-M in 1st Quarter of 2012

GMA Network Profits P388-M in 1st Quarter of 2012 Broadcast company GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) boosted optimism for a financial rebound at the latter part of the first quarter 2012 after industry-wide advertising revenues tamed down in the preceding financial periods. In March, GMA’s top line surpassed the record made last year, even as consolidated revenues for the first three months dipped at a manageable level of four percent to P3.002 billion from 2011’s P3.138 billion. The Company’s net income reached P388 million, a strong start from the heels of a lukewarm closing in 2011, but failed to match or top last year’s P534 million. Television...

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ABS-CBN’s Recurring Net Income Up by 1% for the First Quarter of 2012

ABS-CBN’s Recurring Net Income Up by 1% for the First Quarter of 2012 The consolidated net income of ABS-CBN Corporation, the country’s largest multimedia conglomerate, registered P306 million for the first quarter of 2012, down by 69% compared with P976 million in the same period last year. Removing the effects of the gain from the sale of Sky Cable PDRs recognized in the first quarter of 2011 amounting to P674 million, net income would have increased by 1%. ABS-CBN generated consolidated revenues of P7.1 billion from advertising and consumer sales for the first three months, an 8% increase compared to the same period last year. ABS-CBN’s...

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Child Star Turned Pastor on GMA-7’s Tunay Na Buhay

Child Star Turned Pastor on GMA-7’s Tunay Na Buhay In life, there is really no telling what the future will bring into the lives of each and every person. Such is the case for the 26-year-old pastor from a Christian Community in Quezon City. During his early years, he was made famous by the children’s program, “Eh Kasi Bata!’” and a hit TV commercial of the Department of Health. Although he is seldom seen on television these days, he has continued his passion for singing. Today, as a pastor in a Christian community, he shares his faith through his love for singing. Join Rhea Santos as she listens to the new tunes in the life of the child...

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Talentadong Pinoy Launches Kids Edition this Sunday

Talentadong Pinoy Launches Kids Edition this Sunday Fresh from the success of Talentadong Pinoy’s 3rd Battle of the Champions comes another exciting offering from the country’s premiere talent show. On May 19, Talentadong Pinoy marks the beginning of its special Talentadong Pinoy Kids Edition. For the past 3 years, Talentadong Pinoy has featured many kid contestants in the program. These cute and talented children have managed to steal the limelight and even go as far as winning the champions title. The popularity of kid contestants on Talentadong Pinoy has prompted the show to create a spin-off just for them. For the Kids Edition, Kid...

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Star Cinema's "Beautiful Rivalry" Stars Angel Locsin, Angelica Panganiban, Toni Gonzaga, and Bea Alonzo

Star Cinema's "Beautiful Rivalry" Stars Angel Locsin, Angelica Panganiban, Toni Gonzaga, and Bea Alonzo Star Cinema has just revealed the lead stars of its upcoming star-studded movie with working title "Beautiful Rivalry". Read what the four female lead stars have to say about the project: Angel Locsin: “Kasi right now lang naman sinabi na magkakawork kayong together pero wala pang final na kung ano pa ang mangyayari.” Angelica Panganiban: “At magkakasundo, yun ang mahalaga dun. Hindi kami nagpapataasan ng kumbaga pride o papel sa isa’t-isa. Tapos nakakatuwa at nakakaexcite hindi lang sa amin pati sa mga manonood kasi alam nilang mabubusog...

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ABS-CBN Acquires Most Advanced Weather Forecasting System

ABS-CBN Acquires Most Advanced Weather Forecasting System ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, the country’s biggest and leading news organization, has begun using the most advanced weather forecasting system provided by Weather Central, a worldwide leader in providing weather data. Through its various news programs on Channel 2 and ANC, ABS-CBN is now providing Filipinos with the most accurate and up-to-date weather information to keep them safe and informed anywhere in the Philippines. “Despite being home to famously dynamic weather, the Philippines has always had problems with reliable local weather forecasting. We’ve seen the tragic impact...

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TV5 Releases Statement on "T3" Suspension by MTRCB

TV5 Releases Statement on "T3" Suspension by MTRCB TV5 deeply disagrees and questions MTRCB’s decision to suspend its daily afternoon public service program “T3,” one day after the Kapatid network put the Tulfo Brothers Erwin, Ben and Raffy on a 1-week suspension. Here is the official statement sent by TV5 to Showbiznest: News5 is deeply concerned by the MTRCB decision to place its Public Service program T3 under preventive suspension. We believe that this oversteps the mandate of the MTRCB, and sets it on a path could threaten the independence and freedom of the broadcast industry. Self-regulatory mechanisms internal to the organization...

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Kathryn Bernardo Feels Like a Royalty with the Success of ‘Princess and I’

Kathryn Bernardo Feels Like a Royalty with the Success of ‘Princess and I’ Kathryn Bernardo is thankful for the unrelenting warm support of TV viewers for ABS-CBN’s ‘royal drama,’ “Princess and I.” “I am grateful that we have consistent high TV ratings and now it’s even getting higher. So I really hope that the viewers continue to follow the adventures of Mikay every night because we are all doing our best to make it much better,” shared Kathryn. Based on the latest data of Kantar Media, the trending and top-rating drama series topbilled by the ‘primetime princess’ Kathryn together with its powerhouse cast Albert Martinez, Gretchen Barretto,...

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Piolo Pascual Will Take Your Breath Away in His New Movie

Piolo Pascual Will Take Your Breath Away in His New Movie The quintessential leading man, the ultimate heartthrob, award-winning actor, the one and the only Piolo Pascual! Piolo Pascual is indeed the most successful actor of his generation. Sino nga bang artistang babae ang hindi nangangarap na makapareha si Piolo Pascual? Sino nga ba ang hindi kinikilig kapag nakikita ang aktor? Kabi-kabila ang awards mapa sa pelikula man o sa recording. Tunay ngang nag-iisa at walang katulad si Piolo! Milyun-milyong tagahanga na nga ang nag-aabang na muling mapanood si Piolo sa big screen. After all, it's been a while since Piolo was seen in a movie. Kaya...

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‘The X Factor Philippines’ Begins Search for Next Singing Superstar

‘The X Factor Philippines’ Begins Search for Next Singing Superstar “The X Factor Philippines” brings together four of the country’s biggest names in the recording industry across generations, Concert King Martin Nievera, Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano, international singing sensation Charice, and Asia’s Queen of Songs Pilita Corrales, as celebrity judge-mentors who will start touring the country this week and begin the search for the next Pinoy singing superstar. “It’s such an honor to be part of the show. I’ve been there. I joined singing contests and I know how they feel. So, as a judge-mentor, I’m just going to be kind but honest to them,”...

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Big Time Korean Dramas "White Lies," "Love You a Thousand Times" and "Pink Lipstick" on TV5

Big Time Korean Dramas "White Lies," "Love You a Thousand Times" and "Pink Lipstick" on TV5 Three of the biggest dramas in Korea are set to captivate televiewers in different stories about love, relationships and betrayal. White Lies is a riveting story of a young mother who was abandoned by her lover for a richer woman during her pregnancy. Alone to raise a child, she’s troubled by a decision that can change her life forever. Love You A Thousand Times tackles the sensitive issue of surrogacy. When young couple Harold and Sandra fails to conceive a child, Sandra feels helpless and hires a surrogate mother. This affects not only their...

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Vice Ganda and Angeline Quinto Mentor PBB Teen Housemates for “Build a Big Dream Concert”

Vice Ganda and Angeline Quinto Mentor PBB Teen Housemates for “Build a Big Dream Concert” Comedian Vice Ganda and singer Angeline Quinto will train the teen housemates of “Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4” to prepare them for their weekly task and fund-raising event dubbed the “Build a Big Dream Concert” this Friday (May 18) at the PBB eviction hall. The “It’s Showtime” host and Queen of Teleserye Theme Songs will give tips and inspiration to the housemates based on their experience performing for a live audience. Vice will pick out timid performers who have hidden talents and potential, while Angeline will coach those who will render song...

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Sister's Piggy Bank Launches the Career of Biritera Roseanne Magan

Sister's Piggy Bank Launches the Career of Biritera Roseanne Magan Sometime in December 2011, after arriving home from school, ten-year old Jinkee Magan saw on TV an advertisement that would change her life. GMA Network announced that it was going to hold auditions for child singers who would star in a new program. The young dreamer thought that this was her ticket to stardom. Ever since she saw her idol Regine Velasquez perform on television, she has always wanted to be a TV star herself. Months later, the poor child dreamer becomes a child star and a household name: Roseanne Magan. Born to Be a Star Born Jinkee Mae Magan on February...

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Willie Revillame and the Whole Wil Time Bigtime Gang Invades the US for TV5’s ‘Big Launch’

Willie Revillame and the Whole Wil Time Bigtime Gang Invades the US for TV5’s ‘Big Launch’ Filipinos living in the US are in for a big treat as Willie Revillame returns to North America for the much-awaited US launch of TV5 International, the global arm of the fastest growing network in the Philippines. The long wait is over for those who miss Kuya Wil and his signature brand of funny yet heart-warming entertainment. His beautiful co-hosts Mariel Rodriguez and Camille Villar and the rest of the Wil Time Bigtime gang will join the lovable host for this major event. As the countdown to the “Big Launch” nears, the whole Wil Time Bigtime crew...

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PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Clodet Loreto is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Clodet for Eviction?

PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Clodet Loreto is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Clodet for Eviction? The 12 teen housemates of PBB Teen Edition Season 4 have voted who they think deserve to leave the PBB House next week. Clodet Loreto, the “Prangkang Chika Teen ng Davao” is in danger of eviction. You can help Clodet stay on Kuya's house, by texting BB CLODET and send to 2331 for Globe, Touch Mobile and Sun Cellular subscribers and 231 for Smart and Talk 'N Text subscribers. To vote online, visit www.pinoybigbrother.com. For Zain (International), text BB CLODET and send to 706902 To know more about Clodet, click HERE...

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PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Karen Reyes is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Karen for Eviction?

PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Karen Reyes is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Karen for Eviction? The 12 teen housemates of PBB Teen Edition Season 4 have voted who they think deserve to leave the PBB House next week. Karen Mae Reyes, the “Hagikgik Chick ng Mindoro” is in danger of eviction. You can help Karen stay on Kuya's house, by texting BB KAREN and send to 2331 for Globe, Touch Mobile and Sun Cellular subscribers and 231 for Smart and Talk 'N Text subscribers. To vote online, visit www.pinoybigbrother.com. For Zain (International), text BB KAREN and send to 706902 To know more about Karen, click HERE...

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PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Mariz Raneses is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Mariz for Eviction?

PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Mariz Raneses is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Mariz for Eviction? The 12 teen housemates of PBB Teen Edition Season 4 have voted who they think deserve to leave the PBB House next week. Mariz Bejer Raneses, the "Inday Husay ng Cebu," is in danger of eviction. You can help Mariz stay on Kuya's house, by texting BB MARIZ and send to 2331 for Globe, Touch Mobile and Sun Cellular subscribers and 231 for Smart and Talk 'N Text subscribers. To vote online, visit www.pinoybigbrother.com. For Zain (International), text BB MARIZ and send to 706902 To know more about Mariz, click HERE...

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PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Kit Thompson is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Kit for Eviction?

PBB Teen Edition 4 4th Nonimation: Kit Thompson is Nominated for Eviction; How to Vote and Save Kit for Eviction? The 12 teen housemates of PBB Teen Edition Season 4 have voted who they think deserve to leave the PBB House next week. Keith San Esteban Thompson, the “Kid Tangkad of Pampanga,” is in danger of eviction. You can help Kit stay on Kuya's house, by texting BB KIT and send to 2331 for Globe, Touch Mobile and Sun Cellular subscribers and 231 for Smart and Talk 'N Text subscribers. To vote online, visit www.pinoybigbrother.com. For Zain (International), text BB KIT and send to 706902 To know more about Kit, click HERE...

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David Archuleta Surprises a Little Girl in "Extreme Makeover : Home Edition Philippines"

David Archuleta Surprises a Little Girl in "Extreme Makeover : Home Edition Philippines" Kapatid internal star David Archuleta makes a surprise appearance in this Sunday’s episode of Extreme Makeover Home Edition Philippines. The American Idol finalist who recently appeared in TV5’s popular mini-series Nandito Ako managed to find time amidst his hectic schedule to extend a helping hand to one of Extreme Makeover Home Edition Philippines recipients. David, whose personal advocacies include helping the youth and the sick, visited the family of breast cancer patient Carmita Zulueta-Baleno and surprised Carmelita’s 6 year-old daughter. Aside...

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Richard Poon Goes on 7-City Nationwide Tour

Richard Poon Goes on 7-City Nationwide Tour Big Band Crooner Richard Poon is all set to conquer the whole country with his seven-city tour starting this May 18 at the Cebu Ayala Terraces. It will be followed May 25 at the Iloilo Hotel Del Rio, June 1 at the Koronadal Gym, June 2 at the Le Jardin Arnevel in General Santos City, June 15 at the L’ Fisher Hotel in Bacolod, June 16 at the ABL Sports Complex in Kalibo, and September 22 at the Capiz Gym in Roxas City. “I am excited to meet everyone in the tour,” says Richard Poon. “It is always nice to perform for different people from different places.” Richard, who is a mainstay of ASAP 2012 and...

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Bea Binene belies rumoured ‘rift’ with fellow tweenstar Barbie Forteza; to be split apart with loveteam Jake Vargas?

Bea Binene Belies Rumored Rift with Barbie Forteza Bea Binene, the lead star of GMA’s afternoon fantasy series Alice Bungisngis and Her Wonder Walis, belied rumours that she and fellow “tweenstar” Barbie Forteza are not in good terms. In fact, she said that they are “very good friends.” “Hindi ko nga alam kung saan nanggaling ‘yung mga issues na ‘yan na magkaaway kami ni Barbie or something. Pero kami, we’re very very good friends. We’re very OK, and sa set walang ilangan, walang something,” Bea said in an interview. Bea and Barbie are going to star as twins in GMA’s upcoming fantasy-drama series Luna Blanca, which according to the network’s...

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