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Here is the full list of YES! Magazine’s 100 Most Beautiful Stars for 2011: KAPAMILYA Albie Casiño Andi Eigenmann Angel Locsin Angelica Panganiban Anne Curtis Azkals Bea Alonzo Bianca Gonzalez Bianca Manalo Coco Martin Derek Ramsay Ejay Falcon Empress Schuck Engchong Dee Enrique Gil Erich Gonzales Gerald Anderson Gretchen Barretto Jake Cuenca Jericho Rosales Jessy Mendiola Jewel Mische JM de Guzman John Estrada John Lloyd Cruz John Manalo Joseph Marco Julia Montes Kathryn Bernardo KC Concepcion Kim Chiu Kris Aquino Kristine Hermosa Lauren Young Maricar Reyes Martin del Rosario Matteo Guidicelli Piolo Pascual Pokwang Priscilla Meirelles Rayver Cruz Sam Milby Sarah Geronimo Toni Gonzaga Vice Ganda Xyriel Manabat Yen Santos Zsa Zsa Padilla KAPUSO Alden Richards Aljur Abrenica Barbie Forteza Bea Binene Bela Padilla Belle Daza Carl Guevarra Carla Abellana Chris Tiu Dingdong Dantes Elmo Magalona Ellen Adarna Eugene Domingo Francheska Farr Geoff Eigenmann Glaiza de Castro Gwen Zamora Heart Ev

ASAP Rocks  goes all-out with only the most thrilling treats from the most desired Kapamilya superstars led by Piolo Pascual, Sarah Geronimo, Billy Crawford, KC Concepcion, Sam Milby,Toni Gonzaga, Luis Manzano, Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, Cristine Reyes, Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu, Julia Montes, Kathryn Bernardo, Nikki Gil and Coco Martin. "Ultimate world-class performances from your favorite music icons Gary Valenciano, Vina Morales and  Zsa Zsa Padilla plus sensational singing favorites The ASAP Sessionistas, ASAP Champions, ASAP Pinoy Champs--composed of Jovit Baldivino, Yeng Constantino, Angeline Quinto and  Marcelito Pomoy--reign supreme on the ASAP centerstage.   "Viewers can also look forward to dance routines from the most wanted ASAP Supahdance stars John Prats, Rayver Cruz, Gab Valenciano, Maja Salvador, Karylle, Shaina Magdayao, Iya Villania, Empress, Jessy Mendiola, Enchong Dee, Sam Concepcion, Bugoy Carino with the Supahkids and  Maria la del Barrio  star Erich Gonza

Severe Weather Bulletin Number FIVE Tropical Cyclone Alert: Tropical Storm "KABAYAN" (MUIFA) Issued at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, 30 July 2011 Tropical Storm  "KABAYAN"  has slightly intensified as it moves Northward. Location of Center: (as of 10:00 a.m.) 930 km East Northeast of Virac, Catanduanes Coordinates: 16.2°N, 133.6°E Strength: Maximum winds of 95 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 120 kph Movement: North at 15 kph Forecast Positions/Outlook: Sunday morning: 1,130 km East of Aparri, Cagayan Monday morning: 1,090 km East Northeast of Basco, Batanes Tuesday morning: 960 km Northeast of Basco, Batanes or at 400 km Southeast of Okinawa, Japan No Public Storm Warning Signals Raised Estimated rainfall amount is from 15 - 25 mm per hour within the 650 km diameter of the storm. This weather disturbance is too far to directly affect any part of the country. Bataan, Zambales and Pangasinan will continue to experience monsoon rains (moderate to heavy) which may tr

Here are the comparative Household Ratings  of ABS-CBN and GMA-7 programs from July 26 to 28, 2011 based on the overnight ratings of Kantar Media/TNS among National households:   July 26, Tuesday Morning: Gising Pilipinas  (ABS-CBN) 1.5%;  Kape't Pandesal  (ABS-CBN) 2.3%;   I Witness Replay  (GMA-7) 2.1% Umagang Kay Ganda  (ABS-CBN) 7.1%;  Unang Hirit  (GMA-7) 7.7% Spongebob Squarepants  (ABS-CBN) 6%;  Pokemon  (GMA-7) 7.9% Mr. Bean  (ABS-CBN) 5.9%;  Detective Conan  (GMA-7) 11.8% Banana Split Daily Servings  (ABS-CBN) 6.2%;  Ghost Fighter  (GMA-7) 13.4% Kris TV  (ABS-CBN) 8.6%;  Slamdunk  (GMA-7) 14.3% Showtime  (ABS-CBN) 12.8%;  Kapuso Movie Festival: Desparadas 2  (GMA-7) 13.9%   Afternoon: Happy Yipee Yehey  (ABS-CBN) 10.5%;   Eat Bulaga!  (GMA-7) 22.6% Reputasyon  (ABS-CBN) 13.1%;  B lusang Itim  (GMA-7) 13.9% Kapamilya Blockbusters:  Ayos Na... Ang Kasunod  (ABS-CBN) 13.6%;  Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) 14.1% Marry Me Mary  (ABS-CBN) 11%;   Sisid  (GMA-7) 15.4% I Dare You  (ABS-CB

Here are the comparative People/Individual Ratings  of ABS-CBN, TV5, and GMA-7 programs from July 26 to 28, 2011, based on the overnight ratings of AGB Nielsen Phils among Mega Manila households:   July 26, Tuesday Morning: USI: Under Special Investigation Replay  (TV5) 0.1%;  Gising Pilipinas  (ABS-CBN) 0.3%; I Witness Replay  (GMA-7) 0.7% Sapul 5: Sapul Sa Singko  (TV5) 0.7%;  Umagang Kay Ganda  (ABS-CBN) 2.7%;  Unang Hirit  (GMA-7) 3.3%;   Mickey Mouse Clubhouse  (TV5) 2.3% Spongebob Squarepants  (ABS-CBN) 2.8%;  Handy Manny  (TV5) 1.8%;  Pokemon (GMA-7) 4.1% Batibot  (TV5) 2.5%;  Mr. Bean  (ABS-CBN) 1.8%;  Powerpuff Girls Z  (TV5) 2.1%; Detective Conan  (GMA-7) 6.2%;   Banana Split Daily Servings  (ABS-CBN) 2.1% Ghost Fighter  (GMA-7) 6.1%;  The Powerpuff Girls  (TV5) 2.1%;  Ben 10  (TV5) 2.5%; Kris TV  (ABS-CBN) 3%;  Slamdunk  (GMA-7) 6.8%;   Juicy! Express  (TV5) 1.8% Kapuso Movie Festival: Desperadas 2  (GMA-7) 6.1%;  Face To Face  (TV5) 4.3%; Showtime  (ABS-CBN) 5.1%;  Balitaan

Malacanang is in the process of drafting a Freedom of Information (FOI) bill that balances the interest of the government to withhold sensitive information and at the same time not curtail the right of the people to be informed, President Benigno Aquino III said. “My administration is in the process of drafting, and suggesting, a Freedom of Information bill that we believe will balance legitimate needs for secrecy with the public’s right to know,” the President said in his speech speech during the 25th anniversary celebration of the Philippine Star newspaper in Makati City on Thursday. “This right to know carries with it responsibilities—to use the information available in context; to present facts fairly; and to be conscious of some elements who may want to use the information not to inform the public, but to, rather, inflame them,” he added. The Chief Executive said the Palace is carefully studying the details of such legislation in order to ensure that it serves the public interest

Major supermarkets, hotels, and restaurants recently committed to support the government’s call to patronize, sell, and use local agriculture and fishery products, and thus support Filipino farmers and their families. Agriculture Secretary Proceso J. Alcala said the private sector’s commitment will provide the much-needed boost to promote local farm products versus imported ones, and subsequently encourage Filipino farmers to produce more and earn sustainable incomes. The commitment was a result of a DA-initiated meeting held July 18, called and chaired by Sec. Alcala, to arrest the influx of imported farm products, particularly onions, in public markets and supermarkets. The meeting was attended by officials and representatives of the Philippine Association of Supermarkets Inc. (PASI), Philippine Amalgamated Supermarkets Association, Inc. (PAG-ASA), Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines (HRAP), Rustan’s Supermarket, and a farmers’ group, Katipunan ng mga Samahang Magsisi

At 4:30 a.m. yesterday, July 28, 2011, there was an encounter between the Marine Battalion Landing Team 11 of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Abu-Sayyaf. In this encounter, seven of our troops fell in the midst of operations, and some of their remains were mutilated by the terrorists. I have instructed Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin to ensure that every possible aid and assistance is given to the families of these brave soldiers who paid the ultimate price for the defense of our security and our freedom. I condemn these atrocities that are meant to put pressure on the peace process—to derail our efforts to counteract the causes of banditry, rebellion, and terrorism. Let me be very clear: those who want neither peace nor progress are the ones who perpetrated this dastardly act. I will be personally going to extend my sympathies and condole with the bereaved relatives of these brave soldiers. I will be letting them know that pursuit operations will go on, and we will not s

Get ready to sing along and dance to the beat this Sunday as  Party Pilipinas presents SMAK (Sayaw Mo, Awit Ko).   "This Sunday,  July 31 , kicks-off with a grand opening as the whole  Party Pilipinas community joins in a non-stop parade of singing and dancing.   " Party Pilipinas  launches  Time of My Life , the new and first dance-serye on GMA-7. Join in the cast as they move their way to the stage in a dance fusion. Groove with Kris Bernal, Rocco Nacino, Mark Herras, Jean Garcia, Cherie Gil, Emilio Garcia, Joshua Zamora, Ronnie Henares and Geleen Eugenio together with the Sayaw Pilipinas crew, Tweens and Jump-in winners.   "Plus, it's the final dance-off. Who among the dancing partners, Sef Cadayona-Ruby Rodriguez and Kris Bernal-John Feir will win the ultimate Celebrity Dance Match? Vote for your favourite pair this Sunday. And feast your eyes as the sexy ladies of Party Pilipinas --Solenn, Lovi, Iza, Glaiza, Isabelle and Heart--show it all in a sizzling dance nu

Due to insistent public demand, Pinoy basketball fans will once again be treated to the Smart Ultimate All-Star Weekend, the historic event featuring the US basketball superstars' exhibition games with SMART Gilas and the PBA selection. The much talked-about games will be replayed this Saturday and Sunday ( July 30 & 31 ) on AKTV on IBC Channel 13.   "AKTV, the primetime sports block on free tv, will replay the Smart All-Stars vs PBA All-stars game on Saturday ( July 30 ) starting at 7:30pm and the Smart All-Stars vs Smart Gilas game on Sunday ( July 31 ) also at 7:30pm.   "The Smart All-Stars, led by Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, Chris Paul, Derrick Rose, James Harden, Tyreke Evans, Derrick Williams, Derek Fisher and Javale McGee delighted spectators at the Araneta Coliseum as well as TV viewers around the country when they played with some of the country's best basketball players last July 23 and 24. The Araneta Coliseum was packed to the rafters with excited fans

On the last Saturday of July, the Kapuso tweens experience real fear in GMA-7's Spooky Nights Presents: A Really Spooky Night.   "After four successful installments,  Spooky Nights  incorporates a bit of reality TV to its weekly serving of horror comedy.   "This Saturday night, Kapuso tweens Bea Binene, Jake Vargas, Louise delos Reyes, Alden Richards and Lexi Fernandez, with sexy actress Alyssa Alano, get totally freaked out on the set of Spooky Nights.   "They were made to believe that it was a taping of a regular  Spooky Nights  episode but will get truly shocked when strange and scary things happen in the location of the shoot.   "Unknown to the tweens, their friends Kristoffer Martin and Derrick Monasterio actually set up tricks, with the help of the program's staff and crew, to get them scared and panicky.   "Watch some of the country's most popular tweens scream in fear and await their amusing reactions once they find out that it was all a pra

Child star Zaijian Jaranilla will cast a spell on  Wansapanataym 's "Dirty Larry" episode this Saturday. "ABS-CBN's Saturday TV program shares a story about a boy (Larry) who hates taking a bath. One day, the germs on Larry's skin come to life and attack his mother. In the end, he saves his mother and learns the important lesson on proper hygiene. "Under the direction of Erick Salud, Zaijian will be sharing the small screen with Precious Lara Quigaman and Erik Fructuoso.   " Wansapanataym  airs this Saturday after  TV Patrol Weekend  on ABS-CBN.

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by Mari Cruz  |  PIA.gov.ph   BAGUIO CITY, July 28 (PIA) - - Tropical storm “Juaning “ left four casualties in the region including two policemen who were buried alive in a landslide while trying to help move a vehicle stuck in mud in Ifugao province late Wednesday.     Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Cordillera regional director Olive Luces said that the incident occurred at barangay Nailagan, Aguinaldo at about 4:00 p.m. of July 27.     She identified the two policemen as SPO2 Jeff Domingo and SPO2 Ricky Agwit, both assigned at the Aguinaldo Municipal Police Station.     According to Luces, a service vehicle of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) was stuck in the mud when the two policemen tried to help; a landslide occurred, burying alive the two policemen.     Retrieval operations were halted Wednesday night due to the threat of more landslides in the area. Luces informed that based on reports gathered this morning, aside from the two policemen, bodies of two c

The Philippine Azkals' World Cup qualifying campaign ended after losing to a 10-man Kuwaiti squad, 1-2 (1-5 on aggregate), in the second leg of their clash at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on Thursday night. The Kuwaitis, who were enjoying a 3-goal lead from the first leg, went on the attack right at the opening whistle as they funneled passes to the left wing. The Azkals, after being pinned back for several minutes, launched counterattacks with Phil Younghusband at the receiving end of long balls. Kuwait had 2 golden opportunities to increase their aggregate lead over the Philippines. Two Kuwati strikes hit the upright, while another forced a flying save from Neil Etheridge. The second-leg deadlock was broken by a stunning long-range screamer from Azkals midfielder Stephan Schrock. The Filipino-German, who missed the first leg because of suspension, connected on a thunderbolt from 30 yards that found its way past the outstretched arms of the Kuwaiti goalkeeper. Kuwait was reduced to

Tropical Storm  "KABAYAN"  has intensified further as it moves west northwestward. Location of Center: (as of 10:00 p.m.) 890 km East of Catarman, Northern Samar Coordinates: 12.4°N, 133.6°E Strength: Maximum winds of 75 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 90 kph Movement: West Northwest at 19 kph Forecast Positions/Outlook: Friday evening: 780 km East Northeast of Virac, Catanduanes Saturday evening: 790 km East of Aparri, Cagayan Sunday evening: 875 km East Northeast of Basco, Batanes No Public Storm Warning Signals Raised This weather disturbance is too far to directly affect any part of the country.

President Benigno S. Aquino III cited the reliability of the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), the country’s lead agency in monitoring, forecasting and warning of tropical weather systems, saying that the agency is focused on its duties and responsibilities to the country and the Filipino citizenry as a whole. In an ambush interview following the opening ceremonies of the 2011 National Science and Technology Week at the SMX Convention Center of the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City on Wednesday, the President acknowledged PAGASA, which is under the Department of Science and Technology, as an active government entity in providing protection to lives and properties against natural hazards due to typhoons, floods and other natural calamities through applied scientific knowledge and information. The agency has also been upholding its task to promote national progress and contribute to regional socio-economic development. The Chief Executive furth

President Benigno S. Aquino III cited the innate ingenuity of the Filipinos as exemplified by their works that greatly contribute to the country’s progress and development. In his speech during the opening ceremonies of the 2011 National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) at the SMX Convention Center of the Mall of Asia in Pasay City on Wednesday, the President said that the event vividly depicts the inherent qualities among Filipinos in the field of Science and Technology that raises the hope of the nation. “Patunay ang pagdiriwang na ito na ang taglay na pagkamalikhain ni Juan dela Cruz ay may makabuluhang mga bunga at nakasentro ang kanyang mga imbensyon at inisyatiba sa pag-aangat ng antas ng buhay ng kanyang mga kababayan,” the President said. The Chief Executive also acknowledged the various works of Filipino inventors which, he said, made the lives of others simpler and easier since the time of the country’s national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. “Hindi na bago sa atin ang mga pangalan

Social Welfare and Development Secretary Corazon Juliano-Soliman today said that the DSWD has standby funds worth P2.5 million and relief supplies worth P57.2 million allocated in eight regions, namely: CAR, I, II, III, IV-A, IV-B, V and NCR, which are along the path of typhoon “Juaning.” The DSWD has already provided P9.28 million worth of relief assistance to Region V. As of July 27, 6:00 a.m. some 15,395 families with 69,649 persons were affected by floods and heavy rains from the 127 barangays, 14 municipalities, five cities and three provinces in Region V. Eighty-four evacuation centers remain open serving 11,482 families with 50,002 persons.  Affected families outside evacuation centers are also being provided with relief assistance. In Sorsogon, some 261 passengers were stranded at the different ports and bus terminals in the municipalities of Pilar, Matnog, and Bulan.  They are being assisted by concerned local government units. Further, some 12 barangays in Naga City were subm

The Department of Health (DOH), represented by Assistant Secretary Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial, today launched four books and a website in an effort to boost its health advocacy activities to reduce the impact of disasters and empower every Filipino in reducing risks and casualties.   The materials consist of the DOH Health Emergency Management Staff’s Pocket Emergency Tool, Safe Hospital Assessment Tool, and Surveillance in Post Extreme Emergencies and Disasters (SPEED) Operations Manual for Managers.   With support from the World Health Organization, the series of books can be effectively used as reference materials by health professionals and implementers. The book “Beyond Data” is a compilation of experiences and lessons learned from the hospitals’ point of view on how they were able to survive, address and sustain medical needs services of its client and patients.   “These are timely materials that are worth sharing to the public to raise their awareness and to enhance their knowledg

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Andrew Stanton, "John Carter of Mars" is a sweeping action adventure set on the mysterious and exotic planet of Barsoom (Mars). Based on the classic sci-fi novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs, the film tells the story of John Carter (Taylor Kitsch), who is inexplicably transported to Mars where he becomes embroiled in a conflict of epic proportions amongst the inhabitants of the planet, including Tars Tarkas (Willem Dafoe) and the captivating Princess Dejah Thoris (Lynn Collins). In a world on the brink of collapse, Carter discovers that the survival of Barsoom and its people rests in his hands.

ABS-CBN and Televisa proudly present a captivating tale of love that is sure to engage the hearts of every Kapamilya viewer this season! "Maria La Del Barrio" will feature two of the hottest stars in the industry today, Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee, as they give life to the characters of Maria Hernandez and Luis Dela Vega. Under the direction of Rory B. Quintos and Richard Somes, "Maria La Del Barrio" delves into the lives of Maria and Luis as they search for true love amidst the conflicting story of their parents’ past and their different statuses in life. Also starring are Angel Aquino, Ian Veneracion and Assunta De Rossi, who play Maria and Fernando’s parents, whose love and lies further complicate Maria and Luis’ lives. Comedy Queen Aiai delas Alas takes on a very special role as Casilda, Maria's adoptive mother. "Maria La Del Barrio" also features two Star Circle Quest alumni – Paw Diaz and Arron Villaflor. Paw is Soraya, the woman who will stan

NEW YEAR'S EVE celebrates love, hope, forgiveness, second chances and fresh starts, in the intertwining stories of couples and singles, told amidst the pulse and promise of New York City on the most dazzling night of the year. The film stars Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Academy Award® nominee Abigail Breslin, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, two-time Academy Award® winner Robert de Niro, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Hector Elizondo, Katherine Heigl, Ashton Kutcher, Seth Meyers, Lea Michele, Sarah Jessica Parker, Academy Award® nominee Michelle Pfeiffer, Til Schweiger, Ryan Seacrest, two-time Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank and Sofia Vergara. In Cinemas December 9th!

When the Smurfs come through the magical portal from their village and into New York City, they enter the life of Patrick Winslow, played by Neil Patrick Harris (TV's How I Met Your Mother ) in Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation's hybrid live-action and animated family comedy,  The Smurfs.   "Patrick Winslow is a young marketing executive for the New York City based cosmetics company Anjelou and is months away from starting his own family. He's a nervous wreck about everything—not least of which is his impending fatherhood and his new job—and his nerves are going to take a beating when the Smurfs suddenly fall into his life!   "Patrick is married with a child on the way, he's an ad exec guy trying to make it in the business world, and he's constantly in fear of losing his job," says Harris of his character. "So he's sort of in the very business-headed frame of mind, and that has both him and his wife a little concerned that he'

MYX proudly named RnB sweetheart K-La Rivera, swimming hottie Mike Advincula and quirky Fine Arts student Joyce Pring as its newest music video ambassadors in the MYX VJ Search 2011 finals night held last night, July 27 at The Block activity center, SM City North Edsa.   "Despite the heavy rains brought by typhoon "Juaning," fans filled the venue to witness this historic announcement and the performances of the MYX VJ finalists themselves, Chavacano band Maldita, Callalily lead vocalist Kean Cipriano and electronica music-artist Somedaydream.   "VJ K-La, the Filipina-Canadian who first  started her stardom journey via ABS-CBN's hit singing competition  Star Power,  said becoming a MYX VJ was really "a dream come true." Now she's excited with her new stint, and she looks forward to just having fun.   "I would love to balance both singing and being a MYX VJ. But right now, I'm really focused on developing myself as a VJ. I'm working on m

ABS-CBN was named one of Asia's Best Employer Brand Awards 2011 in recognition of the Kapamilya network's  valuable achievements, making it a most sought after employer, whose organizational framework  covers being exemplary in learning and development initiatives, communicating distinctiveness in employee hiring, training and retention practices, and continuing innovation.   "ABS-CBN was chosen after a thorough research was implemented in every Asia-Pacific country by a team of independent professionals from different parts of Asia. After the research was completed, the team submitted its recommendations to a jury that identified the final winners.   "ABS-CBN president and COO Charo Santos-Concio, on the other hand was conferred the Woman Super Achiever Award given to "Outstanding Women who have the vision, flair, acumen and professionalism to demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills in an organization, making changes and achieving results."  

PAGASA weather bureau announced another tropical cyclone is expected to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibilty (PAR) this Saturday. The Tropical Cyclone will be named  "Kabayan". We will post an update once Typhoon Kabayan entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).

Here's the 2011 Kadayawan sa Davao Schedule of Activities: August 1 – 31, SM City Davao: Agro-Industrial Trade Fair and Exhibit August 15, People’s Park: Kadayawan Festival 2011 Opening Ceremonies August 15 - 20: Lumadnong Gama (Lumad Indigenous Crafts Fair) August 15 – 22, Roxas Avenue: Hudyakaan August 15 – 18, Abreeza Mall Activity Center: Hiyas sa Kadayawan (Talent Portion) August 16 – 18, SM City Davao: Sayaw Mindanaw August 17, Davao City Recreational Center: Hiyas sa Kadayawan Finals August 20, Abreeza Mall Activity Center: Tunog Mindanaw August 20, Streets of Davao City: Indak-Indak sa Kadalanan August 21, Streets of Davao City: Pamulak sa Kadayawan (Floral Float Parade) August 21, SM City Davao: Moda Mindanaw

The Azkals vs Kuwait Game 2 ticket prices are as follows: Lower Grandstand : PhP 3,000.00 (Reserved Seating) Upper Grandstand: PhP 2,000.00 (Reserved Seating) White Section (Bleacher): PhP 300.00 (Reserved Seating) Blue & Green Sections (Bleacher): PhP 200.00 (Reserved Seating)

Leg two of Philippines versus Kuwait will happen on   July 28   at the Rizal Memorial Stadium in Manila. ABS-CBN Sports will air this match live on Studio 23 at 5:30pm with replays on July 29, 3pm on Balls Channel and on July 30, 7am on ABS-CBN Channel 2.

The people listened intently as President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III delivered his State of the Nation Address (SONA) last July 25, 2011.   "And, as the Mega Manila overnight household audience shares from the more widely-recognized TV ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement clearly show, more viewers chose  SONA 2011 , GMA-7′s live coverage of President Aquino's SONA, to hear what the President of the Republic has to say.   "Anchored by  veteran broadcaster Mike Enriquez  and powered by the full roster of the formidable GMA News and Public Affairs team,  SONA 2011  was the clear leader from 3:02 to 4:59 pm.  SONA 2011  posted 39.4 share points compared to ABS-CBN's Ulat sa Bayan  which only managed 24.5 during its 3:30-5:19 pm airing.  Ulat sa Bayan 's 2:38-2:47 pm audience share is even lower at 21.   "GMA-7′s flagship primetime newscast  24 Oras  , which aired analysis and interviews to help viewers make sense of the President&#

Tropical Storm  "JUANING"  is now over the West Philippine Sea heading towards Southern China. Location of Center: (as of 10:00 p.m.) 110 km Southwest of Laoag City Coordinates: 17.4°N, 119.7°E Strength: Maximum winds of 85 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 100 kph Movement: West Northwest at 19 kph. Forecast Positions/Outlook: Thursday morning: 485 km West of Loaog City and out of the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) Areas Having Public Storm Warning Signal PSWS # Luzon Visayas Mindanao Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds) Ilocos Norte Ilocos Sur Abra Kalinga Mt. Province Ifugao La Union Benguet Nueva Vizcaya None None Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds) Apayao Cagayan Isabela Aurora Quirino Nueva Ecija Pangasinan Tarlac Zambales Pampanga Bataan None None Public Storm Warning Signals elsewhere are now lowered. Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signals #2 & # 1 are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coasta

Hanggang saan nga ba ang pagkakapareho ng isang kambal? Ito ang tatalakayin ng  Maalaala Mo Kaya  sa linggong ito kapag ipinakita nito ang tunay na kwento nina Edison at Eric. Bilang kambal, magkamukhang magkamukha sila. Pero ang kanilang kalooban, may kanya-kanyang landas na tinatahak. Sa panulat ni Raz dela Torre at sa direksyon ni Dado Lumibao, panoorin ang totoong kwento na ito na gagampanan nina Carl John Barrameda at Maliksi Morales. Maalaala Mo Kaya  ( July 30 , 2011)          Director:  Raz dela Torre Writer:     Benson Logronio Cast:   Carl John Barrameda as Edison/ Eric Maliksi Morales as Young Edison/ Eric Aleck Bovic as Sonia (Edison/ Eric's mother) Jake Roxas as Edong (Edison/ Eric's father) Regine Angeles as (Edison/ Eric's auntie) CJ Navato as Glenn (Edison's crush) Mark Sayarot as Ryan (Edison's friend) Angelie Gonzales as Honey Julio Pisk as Young Ryan

Kayanin kaya nina Ethel Booba, Phoemela Barranda, at Miriam Quiambao ang maging talyer girls? Panoorin sila ngayong linggo sa reality show na “I Dare You” kung saan sasabak sila sa mahirap na trabaho ng pagme-mekaniko. Para sa Bidang Kapamilya na si Ilay Salgo, isang mekanikong nawalay sa pamilya, haharapin nila ang samu’t saring challenges kasama ang host na si Iya Villania, sa kaniyang unang beses na pagsabak sa hamon. Ano-ano kaya ang matutunan nina Iya sa kanilang kakaibang karansan sa talyer? Abangan din ang mga sorpresa ni Jericho Rosales at ang kuwelang moments ni Melai Cantiveros kasama ang mga naguguwapuhang Masculados Dos. Huwag palampasin ang pagpapatuloy ng mga hamong hinding-hindi dapat urungan sa “ I Dare You ,” mula Lunes hanggang Biyernes, bago mag “ Mula sa Puso ” sa ABS-CBN.

Alan Choachuy, the leader of the former Blue Team, was ousted from the Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition after receiving five votes in last Monday’s elimination ceremony that pitted him against Art, the leader of the former Red Team. Art and Alan fell below the yellow line during the weigh-in after losing the least percentage of weight. They could have both been saved if Ryan and Eboy, the bets of the original Bigating Pinoys, beat wild cards Andy and Leigh in the weigh-in. Ryan and Eboy only had an average weight loss of 3.02% compared to 3.31% weight loss of Andy and Leigh. Ryan, who earned a five pound advantage in the Temptation challenge, still emerged a winner as the Biggest Loser of the Week with a weight loss of 4.72%. Alan, showing no tears, frustration, or anger, gave the program’s most graceful exit. He, however, admitted that it was hard for him to part with his co-contestants as they have become a family inside. “I miss first, Larry, because we always did things together like tr

Abad: 2012 spending ensures direct benefits to the people President Benigno S. Aquino III today submitted to Congress the proposed National Budget of P1.816 trillion for 2012 that focuses on achieving the Aquino Social Contract with the Filipino People. The proposed budget is higher by 10.4 percent or P171 billion over the current year’s P1.645-trillion National Budget, and represents 16.5 percent of the projected gross domestic product (GDP). It is based on a conservative growth assumption of 5.5 percent, even as the administration continues to strive for 7 to 8 percent growth. “This budget embodies our commitment to lift the poor from poverty through honest and effective governance. It is intently focused on fulfilling my administration’s Social Contract with the Filipino People,” President Aquino said in his Budget Message to Congress. “This proposed budget is a  Results-Focused Budget ,” he emphasized. Budget and Management Secretary Florencio B. Abad, who delivered the Budget of E

Only overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who are members of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), including former OFWs who were also OWWA members, are qualified to apply for an enterprise loan under the P2-billion OFW-Reintegration Program (OFW-RP). National Reintegration Center for OFWs (NRCO) Director Vivian F. Tornea issued this statement following queries the NRCO received from non-OWWA members who expressed interest of availing business loans under the said program. The queries included those from Filipino working students abroad. The OFW-RP is jointly being implemented by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), OWWA, NRCO, Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP), and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP). DOLE Secretary Rosalinda Dimapilis-Baldoz explained that OFWs who have contributed US$25.00 to OWWA upon processing of their employment contract at the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) and OFWs who voluntarily registered and paid the OWW

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Roll of Successful Examinees in the AGRICULTURIST LICENSURE EXAMINATION Held on JULY 19, 2011 & FF. DAYS Released on JULY 27, 2011 1 ABADILLA, WARREN DAE MARZAN 2 ABALUYAN, JOANNE FARIOLEN 3 ABAS, DENNIS OLIVA 4 ABATON, APOLONIO SOCO 5 ABEDOZA, EDELWINA ANDAYA 6 ABEJAR, RECHIE RANIDO 7 ABEJO, ROY ARVIN FABORADA 8 ABELLANIDA, RICHJAM JATICO 9 ABEQUIBEL, JUMARIE LAURENCIO 10 ABETO, HELEN JOY CRESENCIA 11 ABOCATAL, EVA STO DOMINGO 12 ABONITALLA, GLENN BACARRO 13 ABRASALDO, AZALEA EVANE BAGUHIN 14 ABREGANA, KARL WYNE ROMO 15 ACOSTA, CHRISTOPHER SELLOTE 16 ADANTE, MICHELLE LAROSA 17 ADIL, JOHN PHILIP AYUPAN 18 ADORACION, FELY TOMAS 19 AFUANG, BASIL ANTHONY MAQUERA 20 AGABON, LOISA BACAY 21 AGAG, GLADIES MIGUEL 22 AGRESOR, MARK ARIEL LEAÑO 23 AGRIAN, ROWENA SORIANO 24 AGTING, CARYL SERMONIA 25 AGUILAR, MENCHIE ADRIANO 26 AGUILON, ADONIS CAINGOY 27 AGUINALDO, MADELYN VERGARA 28 AGUSTIN, LOUISE FRANCES SANTOS 29 ALAMEDA, SHIELA MAE DELA PEÑA 30 ALAYAN, MARVIN CABALLERO 31 ALBA, MARY GRACE