Angelee delos Reyes grapples 4 medals in Miss Earth 2013

Miss Earth Philippines 2013 Angelee Claudett delos Reyes secured 4 medals to emerge as one of the favorites to win the title for the 13th edition of the Miss Earth pageant. The eventual winner will be crowned by Miss Earth 2012 Tereza Fajksová from Czech Republic on December 7, 2013 at the Versailles Palace in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Philippines. The 24 year old beauty grabbed 2 Silver Medals and 2 Bronze. She won Silver in National Costume...

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PaGoodVibesVid: Funny Stripper Fail

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Filipinos bag 62 medals in International Math and Science Olympiad

Something to warm our grieving country, Philippine Team bagged 62 medals in the just concluded 10th International Mathematics and Science Olympiad (IMSO) for Primary School Students held at the Samsung Hall of SM Aura Premier from November 25 to 29, 2013. Philippines clinched three gold medals earned by Stefan Marcus Ong (St. Jude Catholic School), Steven Reyes (St. Jude Catholic School) and John Henry Marquez (UP Integrated School). Filipino...

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BangonPilipinas: PNoy forms task group for 'Yolanda' rehab

Abs-cbnnews: MANILA - President Aquino has formed a task group composed of various Cabinet members which would come up with a “comprehensive rehabilitation program” for areas hit by super typhoon “Yolanda.” “President Aquino directed the Cabinet yesterday to hasten the transition of relief efforts into the full-scale rehabilitation and rebuilding of typhoon-damaged areas,” Communications Secretary Sonny Coloma said. Energy Secretary Carlos Jericho...

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BangonPilipinas: Oxford students raise funds for ‘Yolanda’ victims

Globalnation: Oleri Galope, a Filipino student and president of the Oxford Philippines Society, hosted a special formal dinner at Oriel College, University of Oxford on November 23 to raise money to help the victims of Supertyphoon “Yolanda” (Haiyan) in the Philippines. The event was attended by students from different colleges of the University of Oxford as well as representatives of the Philippine Embassy, including Consul General  Senen...

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BangonPilipinas: UN to seek more aid for typhoon relief

Orla Fagan of the UN Office Globalnation: MANILA, Philippines—The United Nations is to seek more international aid to shelter and give temporary jobs to millions displaced by the Philippines’ deadliest typhoon in history, officials said on Friday. “Providing shelter and rebuilding lives is an urgent priority,” said UN resident and humanitarian coordinator Luiza Carvalho, laying out the state of dozens of towns and cities three weeks after they...

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Simon Cowell: Ellona, now in Top 6 can win X Factor Season 3

Ellona Santiago earned a standing ovation from all four judges - Kelly Rowland, Paulina Rubio, Demi Lovato and Simon Cowell with her performance of Jessie J's Mamma Knows Best during the Top 8 episode and Big Band Week of The X Factor on Wednesday night, November 27. "You may now have a chance, after that performance Ellona, of actually winning this whole show," Simon Cowell said. With her rendition of "Burn" last week, Ellona received a not-so-good ...

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Regine Sings with the Girl on Fire

Alicia Keys, world-renowned R & B artist performed her chart-topping song "If I ain't Got You" with Asia's songbird Regine Velasquez during the “Set The World on Fire Tour” held at the Mall of Asia Arena on Monday night, November 25, 2013. Deafening cheers roared the arena when Regine surprisingly emerged on stage and sing with the multi-Grammy Award winner in the middle of her performance. The 42 year old Regine couldn't hide her delight...

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Pinay Caregiver Rose "Osang" Fontanes Wows Judges Again on X Factor Israel

Our very own Rose "Osang" Fontanes", from Taguig city makes it through the Boot Camp Round on X Factor Israel belting out Lady Gaga's song "You and I" last Saturday, November 23. This certified metapelet (Hebrew for caregiver) first astounded the Judges with her rousing rendition of Shirley Bassey's ballad "This is my Life" where she got a standing ovation. The judges including the contestants were once again amazed by her performance. She made...

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Filipina Ellona Santiago Enters the Top 8 in X Factor USA Season 3

Fil-am Ellona Santiago makes it to the Top 8 of the popular X Factor Season 3 with her rendition of Burn by Ellie Goulding during the British Invasion week of the show. The judges comments:  Kelly said your voice is so big.  I think that you always bring something extra to the stage but a piece of something was missing this week.  Paula said Ellona is her hero.  She has a strong voice and shouldn’t worry about dancing so much....

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No Selfie Luck for Rios, Pacquiao Captures WBO International Welterweight Title.

Before and After Pic of Rios If Selfie now can bring in luck, it didn't work for American boxer Brandon Rios after he was beaten up by Manny Pacquiao in a 12-round unanimous decision claiming the WBO International Welterweight belt this Sunday Morning at Venetian Hotel, Macau, China. Michael Pernick scored it 120-108, while Lisa Giampa had it at 119-109. Manfred Kuchler gave Rios two rounds at 118-110. It was a complete domination from the...

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Pacquiao VS Rios Fight: Live Update and Results

Hate buffering video livestream of Pacquiao Rios fight? Live from Macau, China, here's the blow by blow update of the big showdown.  Felix Verdejo won over Petchsamuthr Duanaaymukdahan  (9-0, 6 KO) via unanimous decision  Zou Shiming dominated Juan Tozcano (4-1, 1 KO) in a six-round unanimous-decision win. Andy Ruiz Jr. (21-0, 15 KO) outgunned Tor Hamer (21-3, 14 KO) on the third round. Evgeny Gradovich won over...

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Rachelle Ann Go, the new Gigi in Miss Saigon 2014

Kapuso star Rachelle Ann Go is officially the new hardened bar girl Gigi Van Tranh, a major role in the upcoming revival of "Miss Saigon" at London's West End in 2014. The 27 year old singer could hardly contain her happiness. In an interview, she said that she's worried on how she'd portray her role effectively since Gigi is like the head of the bar girls. Go is anxious on how to deliver the sexiness of the role. With performing experience in...

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Pacquiao-Rios Fight: Live! for Yolanda Survivors

According to Eduardo del Rosario, executive director of National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC), they would set up a livestream broadcast of Pacquiao Rios Fight for the typhoon Survivors on Sunday, November 23, 2013 in Tacloban City. Three giant TV Screens are to be put up in 3 locations: at the airport, the city hall, and at the Tacloban City Astrodome. Although Electricity and telecommunication lines are still down,...

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