Azkals Members React to Amanda Coling Rape Accusation

After losing on its battle to conquer the FIFA World Cup in 2014, Philippine Azkals members Neil Etheridge (goalkeeper), Simon Greatwich (midfielder), Anton del Rosario (defender), and Jason Sabio (defender) thought it's the right time to face another battle surrounding their career and personal life.

The four most controversial members of the Philippine football team finally speak about the controversy involving them and sexy model Amanda Coling.


Watch below:

Shamcey Supsup Nervous About the Upcoming Miss Universe 2011 Pageant

Bb. Pilipinas-Universe 2011 Shamcey Supsup, the country's representative to the upcoming Miss Universe 2011 pageant to be held in Brazil in September, started to prepare for the said much-awaited event.

Supsup revealed that her training includes following a strict diet to gain more weight.

“I have to drink milk twice a day. I have to eat more protein or less carbs. Pero I still eat rice. I think I’ve gained weight already. From 105 lbs, I’m now 112 lbs. They want me to gain more like siguro mga 3 lbs na lang,” she said.




Supsup said that although her training regimen is stressful, she gets through it because of the support that she receives from her friends.

“The training is stressful. But what makes it more bearable is having friends with you. Nakakatuwa. Kahit ako ang unang ipapadala, lahat sila kasama. Kasama ko sila sa Spanish class, kasama ko sila sa Portguese class, sa gym. Ang mga kasama ko sila ang nagpapagaan ng lahat ng trainings ko,” she said.




Supsup said that she is nervous and excited about the pageant.

“Yung excitement at kaba magkahalo na. But then I always tell myself na you just keep your faith and if it’s God’s will, then it will be given to you as you long as you’re ready for it,” Supsup said.

Debt Ceiling Deal Reached To Avert Default-Tea Party can declare victory!

Even though Tea Party members may not like the final deal, they can surely declare victory for getting congress to deal with fixing the country’s outrageous debt situation. They set the terms of the debate where neither establishment GOPers nor Democrats wanted to go.



It’s not a perfect fix, far from it. But, it’s a small step in the right direction.



The big loser is President Obama who stayed on the sidelines and showed just how incompetent he is as president. Next on the agenda is voting him out of office.







The Huffington Post



President Barack Obama and Republican congressional leaders reached historic agreement Sunday night on a compromise to permit vital U.S. borrowing by the Treasury in exchange for more than $2 trillion in long-term spending cuts.



Officials said Republican Speaker John Boehner telephoned Obama at mid-evening to say the agreement had been struck.



Democratic Majority Leader Harry Reid said that both his party and opposition Republicans gave more ground than they wanted to. He said it'll take members of both political parties to pass the measure.

Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said that the pact "will ensure significant cuts in Washington spending" and he assured the markets that a first-ever default on U.S. obligations won't occur.



Both the leaders said they will brief their colleagues tomorrow on the details of the agreement.





More here



Memeorandum





TPM



Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) has signed off on a deal to raise the debt limit pending the approval of his caucus -- and of course if can win the backing of Senate GOP leaders and then a majority of the House.



His spokesman confirms that Reid will present the deal to his caucus shortly, with the hope of holding a vote on it Sunday night, giving House leaders some running room to pass the plan before the nation's borrowing authority expires late Tuesday.



The deal works like this:

It guarantees the debt limit will be hiked by $2.4 trillion. Immediately upon enactment of the plan, the Treasury will be granted $400 billion of new borrowing authority, after which President Obama will be allowed to extend the debt limit by $500 billion, subject to a vote of disapproval by Congress.



That initial $900 billion will be paired with $900 billion of discretionary spending cuts, first identified in a weeks-old bipartisan working group led by Vice President Joe Biden, which will be spread out over 10 years.



Obama will later be able to raise the debt limit by $1.5 trillion, again subject to a vote of disapproval by Congress.



That will be paired with the formation of a Congressional committee tasked with reducing deficits by a minimum of $1.2 trillion. That reduction can come from spending cuts, tax increases or a mixture thereof



More here



Memeorandum

Death Has Never Been Closer Than in ‘Final Destination 5′

No matter where you run, no matter where you hide…you can’t cheat death.

Or can you?



In New Line Cinema’s “Final Destination 5,” the fifth installment of the successful horror franchise, Death once again proves to be the ultimate stalker as it systematically hunts down a group of friends struggling to escape its relentless pursuit.

This time around, Death is unleashed on several coworkers as they embark on a corporate retreat for what should be a quick overnight trip. As the charter bus makes its way toward the location, the route takes them over a massive suspension bridge that arches over a river, where raging waters surge 200 feet below. But their fates are seemingly sealed as the bridge splinters apart right in front of their eyes. Sam, the character who had first presaged the accident, desperately tries to figure out a way to save them, with some degree of success…or so he thinks.

The second of the “Final Destination” films to be shot in 3D, “Final Destination 5” is directed by Steven Quale, marking his feature film directorial debut. The film brings together an ensemble cast, including Nicholas D’Agosto (TV’s “Heroes”), Emma Bell (TV’s “The Walking Dead”), Miles Fisher (TV’s “Gossip Girl”), Courtney B. Vance (TV’s “Flash Forward”) and Arlen Escarpeta (“Friday the 13th”), with David Koechner (TV’s “The Office”) and “Final Destination” franchise icon Tony Todd.

Director Steven Quale says, “In the previous ‘Final Destination’ films, it’s inevitable that they’re going to die, and the question is when and how - that’s the adrenaline rush. But in this movie, we’ve added a twist: a few may have found a way to survive.”

For producer Craig Perry, the opportunity to come back for a fifth time offered a chance to not only meet the fans’ expectations, but to rock them out of their seats. “We’re always looking at these films with an eye to taking it to the next level,” Perry says. “One of the things we’ve learned from fans is that they want a gripping, terrifying story that is also an entertaining ride, so we really tried to ramp it up.”

Quale felt that working on a film where the core premise was firmly established provided him with a creative challenge to enhance the bones of the franchise. “I did a marathon screening of all four ‘Final Destination’ movies back-to-back with the mind of a moviegoer, noting what I liked best about each. Then I began to think about what I was going to do once I was behind the camera.”




Screenwriter Eric Heisserer says working on “Final Destination 5” was a writer’s dream job, since setting up the hook of the story isn’t needed. “The ‘Final Destination’ conceit is one of those rare situations where, thanks to the previous four movies, I didn’t need to spend a lot of time on exposition to make sure the audience would get it. It was my intent from the start to write an engaging supernatural thriller that also happens to be a ‘Final Destination’ movie. Like fans, I wanted some heinous kill sequences, but I also wanted to expand the mythology of the world by introducing a moral dilemma for the characters, which forces them to wrestle with the question of what, or who, they value most.”

With the series’ signature chain reaction-style kills always at the center of anticipation for audiences, the scenes have to be bigger and better each time, presenting a fun challenge for the writer.

“The toughest thing for me was definitely choreographing the death sequences. I made several trips to various real-world locations where our scenarios are set. I took pictures, drew diagrams, conducted interviews. Often it felt like I was at the scene of some crime, even though none had been committed…yet,” he laughs. “The chain of small, mundane events that, when triggered in proper order, spell disaster for a character, took a lot of careful planning. The flip side of that coin is that, when a death sequence worked, it was easily the most fun to write.”

In addition to the death scenes, the producers and Quale were adamant that the story and character development take equal precedence, recognizing the value that comes from engaging the audience to care about the characters, which then makes watching their demise that much more of a visceral, horrifying event.

“We set out to make a visually stunning film with dynamic action sequences, beginning with the bridge,” Quale states, “But I also think the characters are people the audience will want to follow. Their storylines really help drive this movie, so we spent a lot of time looking for the right actors for each part. We got very lucky with this group.”

“I think we found a great balance with this film,” Perry says. “With the bridge collapse, we’ve got the biggest opening sequence we’ve ever had. Then there’s the sheer suspense of not only what will happen to each of these characters but, more importantly, how it will happen, which is really what sets ‘Final Destination’ movies apart.”




Opening soon across the Philippines in 3D and regular format, “Final Destination 5” is distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

- Warner Bros. PR

Ramadan 2011 Holiday

Malacañang has declared August 29, Monday, and August 30, Tuesday, as non-working holidays in celebration of National Heroes Day and Eid’l Fitr or the end of Ramadan of our Muslim brothers and sisters.

Kabayan Typhoon PAGASA Update August 1, 11 a.m.

PAGASA-DOST MTSAT-EIR Satellite Image for 11 a.m., 01 August 2011

At 11:00 a.m. today, Tropical Storm "KABAYAN" has maintained its strength as it continues to move in a North Northwest direction.

Tropical Storm "Kabayan" is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 1,160 km East Northeast of Aparri, Cagayan (19.3°N, 133.9eg;E) with maximum sustained winds of 175 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 210 kph.

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Tropical Storm "Juaning" is moving North Northwest at 9 kph.


WEATHER FORECAST

Tuesday morning: 1,020 km East Northeast of Basco, Batanes

Wednesday morning: 940 km Northeast of Basco, Batanes

Thursday morning: 980 km North Northeast of Basco, Batanes or br> 280 km Southeast of Okinawa, Japan


PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL

No storm warning signal raised


This weather disturbance is too far to directly affect any part of the country.

Estimated rainfall amount is from 10 - 25 mm per hour within the 800 km diameter of the typhoon.

Meanwhile, TD "Lando" was estimated to be at 280 km West Southwest of Laoag City (17.4°N, 117.8°E). Click HERE to see Severe Weather Bulletin for Tropica Depression "Lando".

Only Way Is Essex star Lydia Bright bikini shot with fatso boyfriend

Fat or not the guy has enough game to hook up with Lydia.

The Sun

THE Only Way Is Essex star Lydia Bright is clearly delighted that her romance is back on with James 'Arg' Argent - even if he's a little l-Arg-er these days.

Lydia, 20 - who split with him in the second series - kissed the 17st11lbs singer by a pool on hols in Marbella then posted a photo on Twitter, saying: "Look at the stud on me arm."

Arg, 23, is aiming to lose 1½st with The Sun's Fabulous magazine team. A pal said: "He was eating to fill the gap Lydia left in his life. Now he'll soon be back to his best."

Big fish tale: Angler enters record books after catching EIGHT FOOT albino catfish

Now that’s one big fish!

Daily Mail

This monster from the deep has netted a British angler a place in the record books. The whopper, caught by plucky Chris Grimmer, is the biggest albino catfish ever caught by an angler.

The 8ft beast tipped the scales at 194lbs - 2lbs heavier than the previous best by blind woman angler Shelia Penfold last year.

More here

Hoey, look what you have to clean!

Eugene Domingo Walks-out on "The Buzz"

2011 Cinemalaya Best Actress Eugene "Uge" Domingo walks out of her interview with Boy Abunda during her guesting yesterday on "The Buzz".

Uge guested on the show's "The Abunda Challenge" segment to promote her latest Cinemalaya movie "Ang Babae sa Septic Tank" which will be release by Star Cinema on mainstream theaters starting August 3.

The interview started, as expected, very entertaining until one candid question was asked by Boy...which pushed Uge to walked-out on the said interview.


Watch the video below:

Uge is being considered as one of the lucky showbiz stars who can cross over from one TV station to another. She started to get noticed when the Kapamilya network gave her a break on TV and even on mainstream movies. But the Kapuso network gambled on her and gave her a show under her name. She also had her own primetime show with the Kapatid network which gave her the chance to show her versatility as an actress and performer. She will also soon to star in a TV project with the returning Superstar Nora Aunor in the Kapatid network.

I’m Already King (Music Video and Lyrics) - Christian Bautista

Listen and sing with Christian Bautista's latest song "I’m Already King", the official theme song of his latest Indonesian movie "A Special Symphony (Simfoni Luar Biasa)", showing in Philippine theaters starting August 3.

This is the time

I have to believe
No one can take my faith away

And I’m flying through the night
Flyin’ to the sky
And go higher and higher again
And go higher and higher again

I’m already king
In my own empire
I’m already here
I’ve already reached my desires
Uh and no one… can take my dreams away

And I’m flying through the night
Flyin’ to the sky
And go higher and higher again
And go higher and higher again

I’m already king…
I’m already king…

And I’m flying through the night
I’m flyin’ to the sky
And go higher and higher again
And go higher and higher again

And I’m flying through the night
And I’m flyin’ to the sky
And go higher and higher again
And go higher and higher again

I’m already king
In my own empire
I’m already here
I’ve already reached my desires
Cause I’m with you

CNN Anchor Clashes With Sen. Rand Paul Over Debt Ceiling

Mediate:

After proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Reid bill and having it struck down, Sen. Rand Paul sat down with Don Lemon to explain what was happening on the floor and what compromises he was up for making.

Lemon was in a curt mood, it seems, as weeks have gone by and the debt deadline looms with little to no visible progress occurring. The two had a contentious exchange as Sen. Paul tried to explain he did have the will to compromise when Lemon questioned what it would take.

U.S. Open of Surfing 2011 Details

The U.S. Open of Surfing, a week-long surfing competition held annually during the summer in Huntington Beach, California, kicks off Saturday, July 30, 2011, until August 7, 2011.

The 9 days event is expected to bring some of the world’s top surfers and other athletes together in a 14-acre festival area.

This year's event kicked off with young surfers starting the competition in the waves, and crowds showing for an early glimpse of the festival area.

In the water, junior men and women competed in 3-foot, wind-chopped surf. On the sand, the booths were setting up, with some like PacSun giving away swag to people playing games at their booth.

The event will also features the latest surf goods, skate bowls, free concerts with big bands and a fashion show put on by high school students from around the nation.




U.S. Open of Surfing Schedule of Activities:

Sunday - Surfing: Junior Men and Men’s Trials
Monday - Surfing: Women and Junior Men, Skate: U10 Skate

Tuesday - Surfing: Men, Skate: U10 Skate

Wednesday - Surfing: Men and Women, Skate: U10 Skate w/ Ambassadors

Thursday - Surfing: Men and Women, Walk the Walk Fashion Show – 6 p.m. at US Open Music Stage, Concert: The Sounds – 6:45 p.m. at US Open Music Stage

Friday - Surfing: Men and Women, Concert: Dead Country – 5:30 p.m. at US Open Music Stage, Concert: Jimmy Eat World – 7 p.m. at US Open Music Stage

Saturday - Surfing: Men and Women; Junior Men and Women Finals, Skate: Coastal Carnage Qualifiers, BMX: BMX Pro Team Jam Session, Concert: Surfer Blood – 5:30 p.m. at US Open Music Stage, Concert: MGMT – 7 p.m. at US Open Music Stage

Sunday - Surfing: Men and Women Finals and Awards, Skate: Coastal Carnage Finals, BMX: BMX Pro Team Jam Session and Awards Ceremony

Game addict Chris Staniforth, 20, killed by deep vein thrombosis playing too much Xbox

I stopped playing games (Sega game system) when I was twenty four years old. That was twenty four years ago and I thought I’d stopped at a late age. But, the game systems changed and I thought it was an opportunity for me to put away childish things.

I don’t get grown men playing video games.

The Sun

A LAD of 20 has been killed by a blood clot caused by playing his Xbox for up to 12 hours at a time.

A post mortem revealed that Chris Staniforth - addicted to games such as Halo - had suffered a deep vein thrombosis. It can be triggered by sitting in one position for long spells.

Stunned dad David, of Sheffield, said: "He lived for his Xbox. I never dreamed he was in any danger.

"As a parent you think playing computer games can't do them any harm because you know what they are doing

"Kids all over the country are playing these games for long periods - they don't realise it could kill them."

Chris collapsed seconds after telling a friend how he had been experiencing a strange sensation in his chest.

The pair were chatting outside a JobCentre where Chris had an interview.

David said: "He told his friend how he was woken in the night by a strange feeling in his chest.

“Then he dropped a packet of chewing gum and as he picked it up, he jolted back and began to spasm."

Chris's friend called an ambulance - but paramedics could not save him.
A coroner yesterday confirmed DVT had caused Chris's death and it was cited on his death certificate.

More here

Republicans and Democrats reach tentative deal on debt ceiling talks that kicks the can down the road, again!

As I expected this Kabuki dance between the Dems and the GOP was coming down to the last wire.



Basically, this deal that both sides are not going to like does nothing to stop the rate of spending.



Instead of going over the cliff at 100 mph, we’re slowing down to 92.



It’s kicking the can down the road, as usual.



ABC News



Democratic and Republican Congressional sources involved in the negotiations tell ABC News that a tentative agreement has been reached on the framework of a deal that would give the President a debt ceiling increase of up to $2.4 trillion and guarantee an equal amount of deficit reduction over the next 10 years.



The details are still being worked out, and a senior White House aide tells ABC News, "talks continue but there is no deal to report."

Congressional leaders plan to brief their members on the framework tomorrow. The reaction from both parties' rank-and-file will determine whether this tentative deal becomes a final deal.

Here, according to Democratic and Republican sources, are the key elements:



*A debt ceiling increase of up to $2.1 to $2.4 trillion (depending on the size of the spending cuts agreed to in the final deal).



*They have now agreed to spending cuts of roughly $1.2 trillion over 10 years.



* The formation of a special Congressional committee to recommend further deficit reduction of up to $1.6 trillion (whatever it takes to add up to the total of the debt ceiling increase). This deficit reduction could take the form of spending cuts, tax increases or both.



*The special committee must make recommendations by late November (before Congress' Thanksgiving recess).



* If Congress does not approve those cuts by December 23, automatic across-the-board cuts go into effect, including cuts to Defense and Medicare. This "trigger" is designed to force action on the deficit reduction committee's recommendations by making the alternative painful to both Democrats and Republicans.



* A vote, in both the House and Senate, on a balanced budget amendment.



More here







Memeorandum

Typhoon Kabayan PAGASA Update July 31, 4 p.m.

PAGASA-DOST MTSAT-EIR Satellite Image for 4 p.m., 31 July 2011

At 11:00 a.m. today, Tropical Storm "KABAYAN" has maintained its strength as it continues to move northward.

Tropical Storm "Kabayan" is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 980 km East of Casiguran, Aurora (17.1°N, 132.6eg;E) with maximum sustained winds of 175 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 210 kph.

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Tropical Storm "Juaning" is moving North at 7 kph.


WEATHER FORECAST

Monday morning: 1,020 km East of Aparri, Cagayan

Tuesday morning: 1,060 km East Northeast of Aparri, Cagayan

Wednesday morning: 990 km Northeast of Basco, Batanes


PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL

No storm warning signal raised


This weather disturbance is too far to directly affect any part of the country.

Estimated rainfall amount is from 10 - 25 mm per hour within the 800 km diameter of the typhoon.

Meanwhile, an Active Low Pressure Area (ALPA) was estimated to be at 250 km West Southwest of Sinait, Ilocos Sur (17.0°N, 118.0°E), which is expected to bring moderate to heavy rains over the western section of Central and Northern Luzon which may trigger flashfloods and landslides.

Piolo Pascual Disapproves of Iñigo Pascual - Kiray Celis Romance?

It all started when young Kapamilya comedy-actress Kiray Celis posted a picture of her and Piolo Pascual's son Iñigo having a goodtime over dinner and movie - with friends some days ago.

Boy Abunda picked-up the issue and asked Kiray's explanation during the July 20 episode of SNN.

And on the show's "Just Friends?" episode last Friday, Kiray clarified that she is not in a romantic relationship with Iñigo and that they are merely good friends.

“Nagkakilala kami sa ‘ASAP’, pero ‘di ko siya pinansin. Napansin ko lang siya nung Star Magic party,” the 14-year-old Kiray explained.

Kiray also revealed that she and Iñigo recently went out on a friendly date planned and set by Papa P's son himself.

“Honestly si Iñigo ‘yong nagplano. Nanood na kami ng sine, ‘Harry Potter,’ with friends. Kasama ‘yong family ko. Kasama ko si Mama at saka si Papa.” she elaborated.

Kiray, however, admitted that she is just friends with Iñigo. She even revealed the cute nicknames they call each other.

“Tawag ko sa kanya ‘kuya sexy.’ Tawag niya sa akin ‘ate sexy,’” she shared.

Taray ni Kiray!


Meawhile, watch below video interview of Piolo Pascual regarding his son Iñigo. Does he approve of Iñigo - Kiray romance? Would he allow his son to enter showbiz?

"Way Back Home" Movie Trailer and Poster

Star Cinema proudly brings the full trailer and movie poster of their upcoming family drama movie “Way Back Home” starring Kathryn Bernardo, Julia Montes, Sam Concepcion and Enrique Gil.

Way Back Home - Trailer:

Under the direction of Jerry Lopez Sineneng, “Way Back Home” also stars Agot Isidro, Tonton Gutierrez, Lotlot De Leon, Bella Flores, Ahron Villena, Sharlene San Pedro, Jairus Aquino, Clarence Delgado, Josh Ivan Morales and Gilleth Sandico.

Way Back Home - Synopsis:

Jessica Santiago (Julia Montes) and Ana Bartolome (Kathryn Bernardo) are two sisters who have lived in separate lives for 12 long years. Jessie, though an excellent student, has grown to feel sorrow of Ana’s lost while Ana, not knowing that she’s an orphan, grew up in a far-flung fishing village. When they meet in a swimming competition, the Santiagos exert effort to bring Ana back. But when Ana returns home, Jessie feels more abandoned & lovelorn. With their relationship turning sour, Jessie’s life is terribly put in danger. In the end, the two sisters find home where their hearts truly lie.

“Way Back Home” is showing in more than 100 theaters nationwide on August 17, 2011.

National Cheesecake Day Celebration Brings Free Cheesecake Slice at Peteet’s Famous Cheesecakes

In celebration of the National Cheesecake Day on July 30, Peteet’s Famous Cheesecakes will offer free slices to the first 100 customers and 20% off any purchase throughout the day.

In 2010, the Peteet Family took a beloved family cheesecake recipe and transformed it into a delicious new business. Every cheesecake - they make 90 varieties - is made from scratch daily with fresh, premium ingredients. The result is a rich and creamy, flavorful, signature two-layer cheesecake.

Peteet’s signature flavors include sweet potato cheesecake, peach cobbler cheesecake, Reese’s peanut butter cheesecake and red velvet cheesecake.

Peteet’s Famous Cheesecakes, located at 13835 Nine Mile Road in Oak Park, is open 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit peteetscheesecakes.com.

Apple Cash is $2 Billion Bigger than US Government Cash

Apple has now more money than the U.S. Treasury!

As the government struggled to reach an agreement on raising the debt ceiling, the U.S. Treasury’s cash balance fell to around $74 billion this week. That’s less than the $76 billion that the computer company now has in cash.

It’s just another feat for Apple, the world’s sensational tech company, surpassing the fiscal strength of the world’s most powerful nation.

Its Macs, iPhones and iPads are still the best-selling gadgets worldwide as its has surged past $400 a share. Not to mention that Apple just became the world’s largest smartphone vendor by volume.

With Apple’s piles of cash, no wonder if they decide to buy Facebook or other high-profile tech companies in the future.

Captain America Triumphs at the Box-office

"Captain America: The First Avenger" smashes at the box office, debuting with a $65.8 million weekend gross in U.S. and Canada taking over the top spot from "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2".

The final installment of hugely successful "Harry Potter" series slipped to second-place with $48.1 million on its second weekend in domestic (U.S. and Canadian) theaters.

Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis' romantic comedy "Friends with Benefits" took the No. 3 spot with $18.5 million earnings domestically. According to Sony Pictures, the movie has a total production budget of about $34 million.

"Captain America: The First Avenger" was released by Paramount Pictures, a unit of Viacom Inc.

Warner Bros., a unit of Time Warner Inc, distributed "Deathly Hallows - Part 2".

"Friends with Benefits" is from Screen Gems, a unit of Sony Corp.

Ateneo Blue Eagles Leads UAAP with 5 Straight Win

Manila, Philippines – University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) defending champion Ateneo Blue Eagles scored its 5th straight win in the Season 74 of UAAP men’s basketball after its victory with UP Fighting Maroons, 77-57.


UAAP Season 74 Basketball Standings:

TEAM	W	L
ADMU	5	0
FEU	3	1
AdU	2	1
UST	2	1
DLSU	1	2
UP	1	3
NU	1	3
UE	0	4

UAAP Season 74 Basketball Game Schedules:

Thursday, August 4
Araneta Coliseum
1PM UP vs FEU
3PM ADMU vs UST

Saturday, August 6

Araneta Coliseum
1PM UE vs NU
3PM DLSU vs ADU

Sunday, August 7
Araneta Coliseum
1PM UST vs UP
3PM FEU vs ADMU

Thursday, August 11
Araneta Coliseum
1PM UP vs ADU
3PM UST vs DLSU

Angel Locsin and John Lloyd Cruz Movie Starts Filming Soon

Following their highly successful first TV team-up, John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin will be paired anew for a new project, not a teleserye but a romantic movie under Star Cinema.

John Lloyd and Angel's still untitled movie, to be helmed by no less than the box-office director herself, Cathy Garcia-Molina, is currently on planning stage and expected to start filming anytime soon.

“Maraming may gusto ng John Lloyd-Angel after ‘Imortal.’ Ito na po. Mayroon ng movie talaga si John Lloyd at si Angel. It’s official. We are already in the concept development. Actually scriptwriting na,” Direk Cathy said.

Happy Yipee Yehey Search for ‘Batang Genius’ Now Open

“Happy Yipee Yehey” (HYY) proudly opens the search for the next “Batang Genius,” a competition that challenges the excellence of the Filipino youth.

Active, talented and most of all, intelligent, these are the characteristics of the contenders that the “Batang Genius” competition is looking for. Grades 5 and 6 students are encouraged to audition on July 30 and 31, and on August 6, 1p.m. at the ABS-CBN audience entrance. Just bring the child’s birth certificate and school ID as proof of qualification.

All qualified participants will go through a written exam while those who’ll pass will undergo a series of interviews. One million Pesos will be awarded to the brightest “Batang Genius” contestant. Lives of the contestants will also be featured on HYY.

“Batang Genius” is hosted by one of showbiz industry’s most intelligent, witty and talented hosts, Toni Gonzaga. It can be recalled that at a very young age, Toni served as a barangay Kagawad.

So, what are you waiting for? Bring your children, brothers or sisters, niece or nephew and their birth certificates and IDs at ABS-CBN audience entrance to become the first-ever “Batang Genius.”

Meanwhile, this Saturday on “Happy Yipee Yehey!,” team Azkals fiercely plays in “Ang Tanging Hinga Mo” while “My Girl” contestants battle it out in the pageant’s exciting monthly finals.

Noontimes are never the same when you’re with your favorite noontime barkada Randy Santiago, John Estrada, Rico J Puno, Mariel Rodriguez, Toni, Bianca Manalo, Melai Cantiveros, John Pratts, Jason Francisco, Bentong, and Matteo Guidicelli.

Don’t miss the fun and the whopping gifts and prizes to be given away in “Happy Yipee Yehey!,” Mondays through Saturdays, after Showtime on ABS-CBN. Bida Best Kapamilya!

- ABS-CBN PR

Rhian Ramos and Aljur Abrenica to Stage "Moving On" Concert in Japan

GMA Network's flagship international channel, GMA Pinoy TV, in partnership with channel carrier IPS (Inter Press Service) Japan present Moving On - an afternoon of Pinoy world-class entertainment for all loyal Kapuso fans in Tokyo - this Sunday, July 31.

Happening at Setagaya Kumin Kaikan from 1 in the afternoon until 6 in the evening, Moving On celebrates three big milestones for the Kapuso Network: the launch of its third international channel, GMA News TV International; the availability of international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International in digital platform via IPS; plus the 6th anniversary of GMA Pinoy TV in Japan.

Serving as a tribute to the victims of the recent earthquake and tsunami in the country, Moving On is topbilled by Kapuso stars Rhian Ramos and Aljur Abrenica. Also joining them is GMA News pillar Arnold Clavio, who represents the world-class GMA News and Public Affairs team that powers the newly launched GMA News TV International.

"It is a great privilege for us at GMA International to partner with IPS in celebrating these three very important events with our Kapuso subscribers in Japan. We only hope to share with them this momentous day and inspire them to continue moving forward through the concert," shares Joseph T. Francia, Vice President and Head of Operations for GMA International.

Special treats and giveaways from GMA International are also in store for the audience.

For inquiries, call toll free numbers 0032-990-288 or 03-3549-7622.

- GMA-7 PR

Computer performs wedding ceremon

Maybe computer can be the norm to perform same sex weddings?

Daily Mail

When Miguel Hanson and Diana Wesley get married today, they won't stand before a gray haired minister holding a Bible. Instead, they'll be looking at a 30-inch monitor.

Mr Hanson, a Houston, Texas web developer and IT consultant, created a minister software program when the couple couldn't get a friend to serve as the minister at their wedding. On one half of the screen, they'll see a virtual minister with an animated, square face with blue eyes and thin, oval glasses.

His voice will be heard over a sound system while the text of what he's saying will show up on the other half of the screen.
'I was like, you know I'm going to write my own minister,' Mr Hanson said.

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The trigger that could lead to a debt deal

I was saying to a good friend of mine who’s really concerned about the country might go into default, not to worry.

This whole song and dance going on in Washington is exactly that, a show to scare the Be-jesus out of people, so when a deal finally gets cut, most people won’t pay attention to the details of a crappy deal that solves absolutely nothing.

The Washington Post

Look closely at the Reid and Boehner bills. The first round of cuts are pretty much the same. The joint congressional committee charged with recommending further deficit reduction is pretty much the same. The difference is that Boehner’s bill forces them to act. He ties a future increase in the debt-ceiling to the successful passage of their proposal. Reid’s bill has no such trigger. And many of the participants in this process say that is the space where a deal will be made -- or not made.

Democrats dismiss Boehner’s current offer completely.
At the New Republic, Jonathan Chait piquantly compared it to “a kidnapper who offers to give you back your child in return for $100,000 and your other child.” A senior Democratic aide in the Senate is even blunter. “That’s the one line in the sand we’ve drawn this whole time. We can’t be revisiting this in another six months.”

Most think the likely compromise is a trigger that would impose automatic, across-the-board cuts in spending if the committee fails in its mission. But Senate Democratic leadership isn’t so sure. They worry that a spending-cuts only trigger is heads, Republicans win; tails, Democrats lose. “The idea of triggers with just cuts is a non-starter. Republicans would just deadlock the committee and get the cuts they want,” continues the aide. “If there is a trigger it would have to be balanced.”

The White House proposed a balanced trigger in April: It would have automatically raised taxes and cut spending if America wasn’t on a path to balanced budgets by 2014. In his remarks on Friday morning, Obama reiterated that support. “if we need to put in place some kind of enforcement mechanism to hold us all accountable for making these reforms, I’ll support that too if it’s done in a smart and balanced way.”

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Memeorandum

Keyshia Cole Brings Out Son On Stage

SUMMER TIME ESSENTIALS!

I am jammin’ to hip-hop’s original summer anthem and while we’ve got summer’s music classics on shuffle, it’s our summer beauty selection that is due for an update.

Here are my top picks in beauty from hair to skin care.

Kerastase Bain Satin Gently cleanses and nourishes hair. Apply a quarter-sized amount to wet hair and scalp. Massage head using palms of hands. Emulsify and rinse thoroughly. Leaves hair soft and shiny with a lightweight finish. $35.00

Bobbi Brown’s SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer Oil Free
Created for women with oily skin who want light moisture, sheer coverage and sun protection in one. The formula glides on smoothly, blends easily and provides coverage for soft and natural-looking skin. Vitamins C and E protect
skin from free radical damage, while SPF 15 helps prevent sun damage. An SPF 15 is the perfect amount of protection for women of color who are also at risk for melanoma and skin cancers. $40.00

SPF 30+ Sunscreen Swipes with Zinc for Sensitive Skin
Formulated to calm, soothe and protect, these soft pre-moistened, parabenfree, water-resistant wipes deliver powerful SPF 30 protection for the face & body. Ideal for all skin types, especially sensitive skin and 2-3 months of age and up. $12.00

Carol’s Daughter’s Lip Butter Provides your lips with essential almond and vanilla oils. The innovative buttery, balm can be worn on bare lips or under lipstick leaving lips feeling soft, never greasy. $7.00
What are your summer essentials?

STAY FASHIONABLY COOL IN THE SUMMER HEAT!

Whether you live in East New York, Jersey, The ‘Burbs, out West, or Down South, I’m sure you’ve been trying to adjust to this summer’s scorching weather! — Here in New York, the temperature has gone all the way up to about 109° degrees! So, staying cool [and fashionable] is a must.

- A lightweight dress like the teal one pictured above is an essential summer piece. The color is vibrant, the silhouette is simple, and it’s available at Target stores and Target.com in up to 6 different colors, for only $19.99!! — And for you girls like myself who aren’t too fond of your arms, it has (short) sleeves!

- Heavy and over-sized handbags definitely are NOT an option! Hit up Charlotte Russe for a fabulous cross-body bag. I own the same snakeskin one above, and I LOVE IT! — You can either wear it folded (as shown), or with the top half standing up like a bucket bag if your belongings need a bit more room.

- This summer’s go-to hairstyle is the top-knot. You can rock yours sleek and pulled tightly into a high bun like actress Christina Milian (pictured above), or loosely styled if you’re currently rocking braids or twists. No need for a fussy look.

- Cork wedges are super trendy this season! They’re comfy, yet chic. If you’re not into the height, go for an even comfier style like a flat pair of gladiator or thong sandals. **Here, I must also stress the need to hit up your local ‘Nail 2 Cute’ nail salon for a nice pedicure!

Another essential to staying cool yet cute this summer, is a hat. Whether it be floppy, straw, or a trendy trilby, hats not only provide shade, but aid in completing your summertime look. Charlotte Russe has a few great ones starting at only $12.50!

SYLEENA JOHNSON - A BOSS (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

MUSIC NEWS: ASHANTI RELEASES NEW PROMO PIC, WORKING ON 5TH ALBUM

VIBE COVERS

My Binondo Girl - Teaser Trailer Featuring Kim Chiu

Catch here the teaser trailer of ABS-CBN's upcoming romantic drama primetime series "My Binondo Girl."

Leading the cast are Kapamilya primetime princess Kim Chiu in a dual role (Belinda Young / Marcus Jung) and her three leading men Xian Lim, Matteo Guidicelli and Jolo Revilla.

Also in the cast are Laureen Uy, Glydel Mercado, Cherie Pie Picache and Ai Ai delas Alas.


My Binondo Girl - Trailer:

BREAKING: Obama Approval Drops to New Low of 40%

Barack Obama is desperately trying to work the debt ceiling crisis as a means of trying to get his approval rating up by putting the blame on the Republicans.

I don’t see how that’s gonna work exactly considering his record of out-of-control spending.

Gallup

President Obama's job approval rating is at a new low, averaging 40% in July 26-28 Gallup Daily tracking. His prior low rating of 41% occurred several times, the last of which was in April. As recently as June 7, Obama had 50% job approval.

Obama's approval rating averaged 46% in June and was near that level for most of July; however, it has stumbled in the past few days, coinciding with intensification of the debt ceiling/budget battle in Washington.
Obama's 40% overall approval rating nearly matches the recent 41% approval Americans gave him for handling the debt ceiling negotiations. Though Americans rate Obama poorly for his handling of the situation, they are less approving of how House Speaker John Boehner and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid are handling it. Gallup does not include ratings of Congress or congressional leaders in its Daily tracking, and thus, there is no overall job approval rating of Boehner, Reid, or Congress directly comparable to Obama's current 40% overall job approval rating.

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Memeorandum

REP. PAUL RYAN DESTROYS REID BILL IN BLISTERING SPEECH; ‘LET’S COVER THE MOON WITH YOGURT!’

Paul Ryan makes an excellent point about how the Democrats use baseline budgeting to come with phony numbers to fool the public.


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Boehner: 'I stuck my neck out a mile' for debt-ceiling deal with White House

Despite what the Obama-suck media is screwing over the airwaves, the only people coming up with plans to address the financial situation of the United States are the Republicans.

The Democrats offer no plans and just criticize the GOP to score cheap political points with voters. Is this how a responsible political party should act?

I don’t think so.

The Hill

A defiant House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) late Friday defended his debt-ceiling plan by saying it is the only viable plan on paper so far.

The Speaker said he'd risked political capital and stuck his neck out to try to get a deal, while saying an agreement with Democrats was impossible due to their intransigence.

"I've offered ideas, I've negotiated," Boehner said in closing debate on his bill. "Not one time, not one time did the administration ever put any plan on the table. All they would do is criticize what I put out there.

"I stuck my neck out a mile to try to get an agreement with the president of the United States," Boehner continued to grumbling among Democrats. "Hey, I put revenues on the table in order to try to come to an agreement in order to avert us being where we are. But a lot of people in this town can never say yes."

Boehner closed his remarks by thundering: "This House has acted. And it is time for the administration and time for our colleagues across the aisle… put something on the table! Tell us where you are!"

Boehner defended an addition to his bill that would require both houses to pass a balanced-budget amendment to the Constitution, saying the country is ready for this change.

"It's time for this to happen," he said. "It enjoys support from both houses of this Congress, and it enjoys bipartisan and widespread support across our country."

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Memeorandum

Senate Tables Boehner 3.0 Bill. Where’s the compromise by Democrats?

The House last week passed Cap, Cut, and Balance with bi-partisan support. The Democrat controlled Senate tabled the bill without even the decency of having a debate.

Last night the House passed another bill that wasn’t as good as the first as far as truly addressing the financial woes of the country. And again the Senate tabled it without a debate.

Yet still the Democrats like Harry Reid, Chuck Schumer, and Dick Durbin have the gall to accuse the GOP of not wanting to compromise.

What is the GOP controlled House supposed to do when they’re the only branch of government offering plan after plan while the Democrats are the ones refusing to deal seriously with our nations spending? It’s the Democrats with Presidents Obamam’s failed policy of super spending that has put us in this situation in the first place.

Could it be that the Democrats are actively forcing a financial collapse of the United States so they can offer up even more big government to fix it?

Sure looks lie it to me?


The Caucus, New York Times

The United States Senate quickly dispatched the debt ceiling bill passed by the House Friday evening, tabling the Republican bill indefinitely and moving quickly to start consideration of a Democratic plan that would avoid default on Tuesday.

Less than two hours after House Speaker John A. Boehner pushed his bill through the House over the strenuous objections of nearly two dozen of his own Republican members, the Democratic leadership in the Senate followed through on their promise to kill his legislation.

But the move now sets up an uncertain 72 hours as the Congress moves ever closer to the Tuesday deadline when the Treasury Department says the country will default on its financial obligations without an increase in the debt ceiling.

Mr. Reid said he intends to start the legislative clock ticking on Friday on a new plan to raise the debt ceiling. But Mr. Reid could wait until later in the evening on Friday to allow more time for negotiation throughout the evening.

Memeorandum

Bagyong Kabayan PAGASA Update July 30

At 11:00 a.m. today, Tropical Storm "KABAYAN" has slightly intensified as it moves Northward.

Tropical Storm "Kabayan" is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 930 km East Northeast of Virac, Catanduanes (16.2°N, 133.6°E) with maximum sustained winds of 95 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 120 kph.

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Tropical Storm "Juaning" is moving North at 15 kph.


WEATHER FORECAST

Sunday morning: 1,1130 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


PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL

No storm warning signal 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 trigger flashfloods and landslides

This Week in Fashion: 30.07.11

Hereith Paul in Elle Canada – Beauty is Diverse

Hereith Paul

Plus Size Model Marquita Pring ‘Pads Her Hips’ to Get Jobs – The Cut

The History of Hip-Hop: A Lesson In Style – The Guardian