Typhoon Karen - PAGASA Weather Update September 15, 2012

Typhoon Karen - PAGASA Weather Update September 15, 2012 At 11:00 am today, September 15, Typhoon Karen will not directly affect the country as it continues to move towards the Southern island of Japan. Typhoon Karen was estimated based on satellite and surface data at 660 km East of Itbayat, Batanes (22.7°N, 128.9°E) with maximum sustained winds of 185 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 220 kph. It is forecast to move North Northwest at 15 kph. Public Storm Warning Signal No public storm warning signals raised. 1-Day Weather Forecast Sunday morning: 70 km South of Okinawa, Japan Estimated rainfall amount is from 15 - 30 mm per...

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"The X Factor Philippines" Final 6 Reveal Their Lifelong Struggles

"The X Factor Philippines" Final 6 Reveal Their Lifelong Struggles For the final six, being the next multimedia superstar and winning “The X Factor Philippines” are not just a battle of charisma, stage presence, and unique vocal prowess but also a personal battle to overcome their lifelong struggles that might have driven them off course from realizing their dreams of making it in the music industry. Jeric Medina from Paranaque has been battling weight problems since he was a kid. He may be living a privileged life but he grew up insecure about his physique. This drove him to commit to losing weight through exercise and diet and eventually...

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Mentors and Protégés Showdown this Sunday

Mentors and Protégés Showdown this Sunday This Sunday, September 16, the five celebrity mentors and their respective protégés join on stage and perform together for a showdown for survival! North and Central Luzon mentor Ricky Davao and protégés Shelly Hipolito and Bryan Benedict star in an action sequence. Bryan plays the hero captured and tortured by his godfather Ricky while Shelly is Bryan’s love interest. Mega Manila mentor Roderick Paulate plays a modern-day family man who copes with his dysfunctional relationship with a gay son played by Japs de Luna and a lesbian daughter played by Elle Ramirez. South Luzon mentor Gina Alajar together...

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"The Mistress" International Screening Schedules

"The Mistress" International Screening Schedules NORTH AMERICA - September 21,2012 Regal Theaters- Cerritos (Los Angeles) Regal Theaters- San Diego Regal Theaters- Las Vegas Regal Theaters- Tukwila (WA) Consolidated Theaters- Pearlridge, Hawaii AMC- San Jose Mercado (SF Bay Area) Pickwick Theaters- Chicago Century Theaters- Orange (Los Angeles) Century Theaters- Milpitas (SF Bay Area) Century Theaters- Union City (SF Bay Area) Century Theaters- Sacramento Century Theaters- San Bruno (SF Bay Area) Cinemark- Houston, TX Cinemark- Dallas, TX Cinemark- Virginia Clearview Cinemas- Bergenfield, NJ Clearview Cinemas- Clifton, NJ Clearview Cinemas-...

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PHOTOS: Bench Universe 2012 The Denim and Underwear Fashion Show

PHOTOS: Bench Universe 2012 The Denim and Underwear Fashion Show Photos courtesy of ELITE ICONS via F...

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Heart Evangelista Revealed Much-Kept Secrets on Tunay na Buhay

Heart Evangelista Revealed Much-Kept Secrets on Tunay na Buhay Love Marie Ongpauco, more popularly known as Heart Evangelista, possesses one of the most beautiful faces in showbiz. Ever since she was a kid, Heart has always wanted to become an actress. From doing teenybopper roles, she soon graduated to more mature roles and became one of the most important actresses of her generation. Since she moved to GMA-7 in 2008, she bagged the title role in the fantasy soap opera Dwarfina and the lead role in the primetime series Legacy. This 2012, Heart takes on yet another lead role in the third generation of the fanteserye Luna Blanca as the beautiful,...

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"Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay Na Kuwento" Premieres this Sunday

"Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay Na Kuwento" Premieres this Sunday The sequel of the reality-sitcom "Pepito Manaloto" will air its pilot episode on Sunday night, September 16 on GMA-7. "Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay na Kuwento" picks up from that point in the first season's story wherein the lead character Pepito (portrayed by Michael V) wins the jackpot in a lottery. After his luck changed his and his family's life from rags to riches, a television network executive approaches Pepito and comes up with the idea of retelling their story in a TV series. However, Pepito won't like the treatment of the TV show. He thinks that much of the story has been...

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Alabang Town Center Shootout Leaves 3 People Wounded

Alabang Town Center Shootout Leaves 3 People Wounded At least three people were wounded in a shooting incident inside the Alabang Town Center in Muntinlupa City on Friday morning, police said. Initial reports from the Muntinlupa Police said mall guards engaged in a shootout with armed men at the lobby of the mall's Madrigal exit at around 10:15 a.m. A report by ABS-CBN radio station dzMM said the undetermined number of gunmen attempted to rob an armored van. One of the gunmen identified as Pepito Paler and a security guard were wounded in the incident. They were brought to the hospital for treatment. Radio dzMM, meanwhile, said a third...

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iPhone 5 vs Galaxy S3 vs Lumia 920 Specs, Design, Power

iPhone 5 vs Galaxy S3 vs Lumia 920 Specs, Design, Power The Apple iPhone 5 is finally real. While its specs are premium, the iPhone isn't the only worthwhile smartphone on the block. See below comparison, spec to spec, between the top Android and Windows phones: the Samsung Galaxy S3, and Nokia Lumia 920. table.geekbox th{background-color:#E6ECEF;text-align:left;font-weight:bold;} table.geekbox tr.even{background-color:#CCCCCC;} .ratingGood{color:#093;} .ratingAverage{color:#666;} .ratingBad{color:#C00;} Apple iPhone 5Samsung Galaxy 3Nokia Lumia 920 Operating systemiOS 6Android 4.0Windows Phone 8 Display4-inch IPS LCD; 1,136x640...

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David Archuleta "Begin" Album Out Now!

David Archuleta "Begin" Album Out Now! On "Begin", David Archuleta puts his spin on some of modern music’s most moving songs, such as “Beautiful” by Christina Aguilera, “Everybody Hurts” by R.E.M., “Don’t Give Up” by Peter Gabriel and many more. The album also includes the inspirational hymn “Be Still, My Soul” and the breathtaking, new original track “Broken”. David’s powerful vocals are showcased beautifully throughout the album and make it a must-have for every music lover. Each song was thoughtfully hand-selected by David and holds special meaning to him, as he worked on the album while preparing for a new chapter of his life to BEGIN....

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"The Million Peso Money Drop" TV5 Newest Game Show

"The Million Peso Money Drop" TV5 Newest Game Show TV5 is calling on everyone to join auditions for the network’s newest game show, The Million Peso Money Drop, this coming September 16 (Sunday) at the TV5 Broadway Studios in Quezon City. Auditions are open to pairs (two contestants) who must be related (e.g., friends, family, neighbors, schoolmates), aged 18 to 60 years old and physically fit. Those interested to audition must bring the following: Two (2) valid forms of identification, copies of their resumés, one 2x2 photograph of themselves, original NBI clearances, birth certificates and medical certificates. Those interested to audition...

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Iza Calzado Plays a Doctor with Bipolar Disorder in Her Second 'MMK'

Iza Calzado Plays a Doctor with Bipolar Disorder in Her Second 'MMK' Award-winning actress Iza Calzado will once again star in a heavy drama episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” Saturday (September 15). In her second “MMK” since she transferred to ABS-CBN, Iza will portray the character of Rosalyn, a doctor who suffered from major depression due to a series of unfortunate incidents in her life, particularly because of her philandering father, Gilbert (Bembol Roco). At first, she was diagnosed to have paranoia and major depression; but later on Rosalyn was brought to a psychiatrist who declared that she was ill with bipolar disorder. Aside from...

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Mr. Pogi 2012 Top 16 Finalists

Mr. Pogi 2012 Top 16 Finalists Chryst Josef Almazar from Sta. Rosa, Laguna (EB POGI1) Kelvin Engles from Sta. Ana, Manila (EB POGI2) Robert Jbeili from Pangil, Laguna (EB POGI3) John Edric Ulang from Binangonan, Rizal (EB POGI4) Franz Akeem Aldover from Valenzuela City (EB POGI5) John Paul Duray from Olongapo City (EB POGI6) Roehl Mendoza from Caloocann City (EB POGI7) Bryann Carlo Jaofrancia from Dasmarinas, Cavite (EB POGI8) Rommel Galido from Iloilo City (EB POGI9) McJonel Abrenica from Cebu City (EB POGI10) Justin Merck De Jesus from Talisay City, Cebu (EB POGI11) Bonz Andre Militar from Davao City (EB POGI12) Jaylord...

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