Philippine Blog Awards 2010Manny Pacquiao Covers Esquire Philippines’ Maiden Issue
September 30, 2011 by admin
Filed under Manny Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao is on the cover of Esquire Philippines’ premiere issue.
Esquire Philippines reveals a different side of world boxing champ Manny Pacquiao.
Philippine Azkals vs Hong Kong – 2011 Long Teng Cup
Philippine Azkals vs Hong Kong game result: 3-3.
Bagyong Quiel PAGASA Update – September 30, 11 a.m.
September 29, 2011 by admin
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Bagyong Quiel was last spotted 640km east of Tuguegarao City and it is expected to make landfall in Cagayan Valley by Saturday according to the latest weather update of Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration or PAG-ASA.
Bagyong Quiel is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 640 kms East of Tuguegarao City (17.4°N, 128.5°E) with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 170 kph and is moving West at 22 kph.
PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds):
Cagayan
Isabela
Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds):
Calayan Group of Islands
Babuyan Group of Islands
Apayao
Kalinga
Mt. Province
Ifugao
Nueva Vizcaya
Pangasinan
Benguet
La Union
Ilocos Sur
Ilocos Norte
Abra
3-DAY WEATHER FORECAST
Saturday morning: 190 km East Southeast of Aparri, Cagayan or 160 km East of Tuguegarao City
Sunday morning: 360 km West of Tuguegarao City
Monday morning: 870 km West of Tuguegarao City
Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under Public Storm Warning Signals are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas are alerted against big waves or storm surges generated by this tropical cyclone.
Bagyong “Quiel” is expected to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring scattered to widespread rains over Southern Luzon and Western Visayas.
Source: PAGASA
Cross-published in Starmometer
Ice Cream Sandwich Photo and Video Leaked on Ebay
September 29, 2011 by admin
Filed under Technology
Ice Cream Sandwich gets you hungry right? But we’re not talking about food but the latest sensation in the Tech world: The Google Android operating system called “Ice Cream Sandwich.”
The Ice Cream Sandwich is not yet officially released by Google but it appears to have been sold on eBay.
Reports are circulating on popular technology blogs on Thursday, September 29, about the existence of a Samsung Nexus S running the not-yet-released version of Ice Cream Sandwich being sold on online retail site eBay.
14 Year Old Pinay Ellona Santiago Gets a Nod from Simon Cowell
September 29, 2011 by admin
Filed under Competitions, TV
Filipinos once again shone in the international scene after 14 year old Pinay Ellona Santiago impressed the judges of newly launched first US season of “The X Factor” including the terror judge Simon Cowell.
Tropical Storm Quiel – PAGASA Weather Update September 29, 2011
Tropical storm QUIEL is already in the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and has slightly intensified as it continues to move westward at around 11 a.m. of September 29 (Thursday) according to the latest bulletin from Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
Department of Tourism Releases New Music Video ‘Pilipinas, Tara Na!’
September 26, 2011 by admin
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The Department of Tourism (DOT) recently launched the song “Pilipinas, Tara Na!” and music video featuring the country’s numerous tourist attractions, recorded by 57 of the country’s leading musical artists and entertainment personalities.
The success and popularity achieved by the DOT’s Biyahe Tayo! song and music video composed in 2004 prompted Perceptions, the team behind it, to do an updated and expanded version of the song for the Department’s domestic tourism advocacy program, Pilipinas, Tara Na!
“[W]e salute all the participating artists who have contributed their time and talents for free, to make a pitch for domestic tourism,” said tourism Secretary Alberto Lim. “We acknowledge the creative efforts of Perceptions, Inc. for enriching the lyrics of these new versions. Again, this initiative is an example of partnerships with stakeholders to create awareness and pride and to stimulate positive action for the sustainable development of our country’s patrimony and rich heritage.”
“Any impetus in local tourism can impact more quickly and extensively towards the growth of the economy and the improvement in incomes and standard of living of all Filipinos who are already employed or will be employed in the travel and hospitality business,” he added.
Lim also expressed appreciation to Smart Communications, Inc., which forged a marketing partnership with the DOT in support of its domestic tourism advocacy program through advertising and underwriting the production cost of the music video.
“Smart Communications has had a strong partnership with the DOT and we are happy to have done our part in the creation of the Pilipinas, Tara Na! songs and video. The awe-inspiring result of this collaborative effort between government, local companies and artists brings to fore the importance of the role that we all can play in helping our country,” said Orlando Vea, president, Smart Communications, Inc.
“We all had a great and personally fulfilling time in creating the new music videos as we did in doing the first one. We were happy about how the first one not only made Filipinos aware and appreciate their own local tourist attractions, but inspired in them a renewed sense of pride in the beauty, history, and culture of our country and in the world-class accomplishments of our countrymen,” said Rene Nieva, chairman and CEO, Perceptions Inc.
The artists who participated in this project are 6Cyclemind, Aiza Seguerra, Barbie Almalbis, Bayang Barrios, Billy Crawford, Bituin Escalante, Boboy Garovillo, Christian Bautista, Cookie Chua, Dolphy, Ebe Dancel, Gabby Alipe, Gail Blanco, Gloc-9, Itchyworms, Janno Gibbs, Jaya, Jay-R, Jed Madela, Jett Pangan, Jim Paredes, John Lesaca, Jong Cuenco, Karylle, Kevin Roy, Kitchie Nadal, Kris Lawrence, Kyla, Martin Nievera, Mike Villegas, Nikki Gil, Noel Cabangon, Ogie Alcasid, Pepe Smith, Raimund Marasigan, Regine Velasquez, Rico J. Puno, Rivermaya, Sam Concepcion, Spongecola, Yeng Constantino, and Zsa Zsa Padilla.
The public will have the chance to view and listen to the first “Pilipinas, Tara Na!” song and the second and third one once they are done by visiting the Pilipinas, Tara Na Facebook fanpage.
(Department of Tourism Press Release)
