Ian Somerhalder to visit Davao this April 29

Fans of Vampire Diaries would surely love this news: Ian Somerhalder aka Damon Salvatore will be at Davao City this April 29!

Slater Young is PBB Unlimited Grand Winner

(SOURCE: Yahoo Philippines)

After spending 155 days inside Big Brother’s house, Cebuano housemate Slater Young emerged as the grand winner in ABS-CBN’s reality show, “Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited” on Saturday, March 31, at the Quirino Grandstand.

Photo courtesy of ABS CBN

Having showbiz BF difficult: Shaina Magdayao

(source: ABS-CBN)

Actress Shaina Magdayao said that despite the intrigues that hound her and boyfriend John Lloyd Cruz, she is determined to make their relationship last.

“Mahirap talaga [magkaroon ng relasyon sa showbiz] mas lalo na ‘pag dumadaan sa pagsubok,” she said during the press conference for her new series starrer, “Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo.”

“Pero ako kasi 'yong tipo ng tao na the more you put me down, the more I’ll prove you wrong, mas lalaban at lalaban ako, hindi ako magpapatalo.”

Another first from Globe: Visayan customer hotline

Globe Telecom marks another milestone in the Philippine telecommunication industry, offering the first trilingual customer hotline service with the launch of its Visayan interactive voice response (IVR) system. 

With the launch of the new hotline system, Visayan-speaking Globe subscribers can call 730-1000 from any landline or 211 from any Globe or TM mobile number and simply follow the voice prompts so they are directed to a Visayan-speaking customer service representative. They can then inquire about Globe broadband and landline services or raise concerns and requests, while conversing in Visayan. The Visayan-speaking customer service representatives (CSR), based in Cebu, will be on hand 24/7 to accommodate calls.

Audition for The Amazing Race Philippines

The fastest reality show is now here in the Philippines!

From the press release:

"Fans of The Amazing Race franchise can expect the same level of heart-pumping adventure and thrilling challenges with the all new The Amazing Race Philippines."

KC Concepcion on Rogue Magazine cover for January – February 2012

Charice and Jinkee Pacquiao became the cover of some of the country's leading magazines... and it had raised negativity, mostly from the netizens. This month, Rogue Magazine unveiled its January-February 2012 issue with KC Concepcion, exposing her almost perfect butt.

The Amazing Race Philippines Airs on TV5

The Amazing Race Philippines is earlier reported to be hosted by actor Aga Muhlach who currently has Pinoy Explorer on TV-5.

This coming 2012, the Kapatid network is set to turn ‘dreams’ into a ‘reality’ as TV5 ushers the New Year with a formidable line-up of reality programs that promises to shake up Filipinos’ TV viewing experience.

Filming of the 4th Bourne Installment Cancelled; Blames MMDA Cleanup

(LINK TO ORIGINAL ARTICLE)

Sad news for avid fans of Robert Ludlum's Bourne series.

Universal Pictures had just recently announced the cancellation of the film's shooting around Metro Manila due to MMDA's (Metro Manila Development Authority) cleanup drive.

Director Tony Gilroy

2011 Metro Manila Film Festival Winners (Official List)

Written below are the winners of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2011 awards night.

The awarding event was presented during the Gabi ng Parangal on December 28 at Resorts World, Pasay City.

Enteng ng Ina Mo Tops MMFF Box Office Results

The Enteng Kabisote and Tanging Ina collaboration is surely a great hit as it further widens its lead on box office on the second day of screening of MMFF.

The Amazing Tandem

Top Movies of MMFF as of Dec 25

Cinemas nationwide were greeted yesterday with excited people who were eager to watch their favorite Metro Manila Film Festival movies.

Here's the standing of the seven movies of MMFF:

Official Entries of the 37th Metro Manila Film Festival

Christmas marks the celebration of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It is also a day when the official entries of the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) start its screening in major cinemas nationwide.

The first day was jampacked with avid fans of different actors and actresses.

Bea Alonzo signs two-and-a-half year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN

I’m still a Kapamilya!” was what Bea initially told the media after signing a two-and-a-half-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN yesterday. “I feel happy dahilafter all these years mahal ako ng ABS-CBN, pinag-stay nila ako. And I know that I have a lot to offer pa sogusto ko i-share pa ‘yun,” shared Bea.

Miss Earth USA Candidate's Derogatory Comment About Philippines

Nicole Lynn: I hardly made it to Manila and we already attended a ridiculous tv show. So annoying!!! These people want to touch you and be with you all the time!! I can't understand a word they say. I can't wait to go back home. This country is so dirty and noisy. I'm scared to eat!!! What a mess. On a lighter note I don't see any real competition. Will keep you updated my loves.

Globe iPhone 4S Update: The Countdown Begins

We know you're excited for the new iPhone 4S, and you want the experience to be as hassle-free and smooth as possible from start to finish.  With more than three years of experience with the iPhone, Globe Telecom is THE proven provider for anything and everything about this must-have gadget.

KC Concepcion and Piolo Pascual Finally Broke Up

During the interview of KC yesterday at The Buzz, she can't hide her tears whilst answering the questions asked by her co-host, Boy Abunda.

The Php 1 Billion Contract Deal of Sharon Cuneta

My reliable sources tell me that the Mega Star Sharon Cuneta is really transferring to TV5 with a whopping P1 billion contract deal!

WOW. P1 billion! That's triple the price of a mega lotto draw!

Benmore Scotch Whiskey and Borgy Manotoc

I am an occasional drinker. I drink because I socialize to other people but it is only limited to light beers, cocktails and other drinks with less than 20% alcohol content. Beyond that, my tummy starts to hurt. But that was a long time ago. *wink*

Last night, I had the chance to attend the launch of Benmore Scotch Whiskey. Here's a piece of information about the product:

The Trilogy Ends Here (or not): Pacquiao Wins, Marquez Sobs

(Las Vegas, Nevada) The MGM Grand Garden Arena was filled with cheers and shouts from the estimated crowd of sixteen thousand as Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao gave a strong and final blow to Juan Manuel "El Dinamita" Marquez. The fight lasted for 12 rounds.

Photo credit: 15 Rounds

Gwendolyn Ruais Placed Second on Miss World 2011

Miss Philippines, Gwendolyn Ruais, placed second in the recently concluded Miss World 2011 held at London, United Kingdom. Gwendolyn Ruais attains the best Miss World finish for the Philippines since Evangeline Pascual who also won first runner-up in Miss World 1973. Miss Venezuela, Ivian Sarcos, bagged the crown this year.