MUSIC LYF: Lea Salonga - The Journey So Far

An intimate LIVE recording from Tony Award® winner Lea Salonga - Absolutely the next best thing to being there!

"The Journey So Far," the new live CD from veteran Broadway and Tony Award-winning actress Lea Salonga, is released by Ivory Music & Video. Salonga, the Filipina singer and actress who is best known for originating the lead role of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon (and for which she won the Tony, Olivier, Drama Desk Outer Critics and Theatre World Awards), will accompany the release of the CD with a worldwide tour throughout 2012.

Says Salonga, "We wanted to make this recording something very personal, touching on my life as well as my career. There are songs from my homeland, musical theater, film, and the jazz and pop worlds...this is more than just a recording; it's a memento, a lasting souvenir of this very special time in my life."

Hiram na Puso Pilot a Big Ratings Success

GMA's newest afternoon drama Hiram na Puso debuted with very high ratings in both Mega Manila and in the National Urban Philippines according to data from the more trusted television ratings provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement (TAM).

Hiram na Puso’s pilot episode, which aired on March 5, led in the national ratings, gaining a household rating of 14.9 pts. and an audience share of 40.6%, while its nearest competitor ABS-CBN’s Mundo Man ay Magunaw only gained 9.2 pts. and an audience share of 25.1%.  This is based on data provided by the Nielsen National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM). 

Keds: The Original Sneaker

In 1916, Keds created an American Classic: the first shoe with a soft rubber sole, so comfortable & quiet you could "sneak" up on anyone. This original sneaker, called the “Champion” has remained a style icon for almost 100 years. Worn by legends Paul Newman, Audrey Hepburn, The Ramones, John Lennon, Marilyn Monroe and Jackie O, and consistently celebrated by Vogue, Elle and GQ, Keds continues to attract fashion designers, stylists and top editors in the industry with their classic, authentic style.

Summer Fun with THERMOS!

In these days of extreme weather, a liquid container is indeed a must for anyone as it becomes very handy plus very helpful in keeping helpful liquid to keep us hydrated and sometimes perked up. But even with the very diverse and large availability of such bottles came with the treat of material contamination, rusting, and most of all quality. 

Luckily there is the Thermos brand which has gone through time and made its marks in the industry as a standard for quality containers. Using quality materials and with products that has simple yet functional design. And what it is proud today is its vacuum flask that keeps the liquid in its original temperature for about 6 hours, and we have tested that by placing hot coffee and left for some time yet still remains even hot. And same goes when used with cold beverages. Thermos products are usually available in Department stores and home centers.

This summer, get a chance to win one of 12 iPad 2 by with your Themos products by joining Summer Fun with Thermos contest. And joining is so easy, complete mechanics are shown below so read more!

Who is the Modern Day Filipino Hero?

He’s no Andres Bonifacio nor is he a Jose Rizal. But even without a sword, a gun or a pen, his sacrifice for the country is no less valiant. After all, he carries the aspirations of his family and the country’s economic security on his back.

Aptly called as the modern day hero, these 11 million overseas Filipino workers have earned the trust and admiration of employers all over the world. Something we as their countrymen should all be proud of. With this reason, the Commission of Filipinos Overseas, Duty Free Philippines, and Kraft Asia pay tribute to the Global Pinoys that have showed excellence not only in their careers, but also in the initiatives to help their fellowmen in the country, through the Thank You Global Pinoy Awards.

The Thank You Global Pinoy Awards is an initiative to search for the most outstanding global Filipino workers who deserve the gratitude not only of their loved ones; but also of the nation as a whole. It was primarily led by the Commission of Filipinos Overseas, the government agency tasked to promote and uphold the interests of Filipino emigrants and permanent residents abroad. The online nominations ran from October 2011 to February 2012, and 10 outstanding overseas Filipino workers have been chosen and will be announced during the Awards Night on March 15, 2012.

REEL DEAL: My Kontrabida Girl SPOTLIGHT

This March, GMA Films offers a one of a kind Romance comedy that bring together young and talented actors and actresses of this generation, My Kontrabida Girl. Starring Aljur Abrenica, Rhian Ramos, Bea Binene, Jake Vargas, Enzo Pineda showing on March 14, 2012. And to prepare the way to the nationwide premiere, we join the cast in one of their mall tours in SM City Novaliches.

Though I have attended a lot of mall shows before, this would be one of the biggest and craziest I have ever experienced. First it has attracted  a lot of people as the activity center is indeed a big venue perfect for these kind of occasion. 

 

KA-TALK 47: Media in Mission - An Invitation

We are inviting the youth and youth at heart to attend the first Ka-Talk Series this year. Ka-talk 47: Media in Mission. 

The forum features the role of the new media (internet and social media) in shaping the youth's mind and faith as it is state in Pope Benedict XVI message "Make good use of your pressence in the digital world".

This event will happen on March 24, 2012 at Letran College Gymnasium, Colegio de San Juan de Letran from 1-5 PM. This also involves the youth in the Archdiocese of Manila under the Archdiocesan Commission on Youth that is actively using the internet to blog and use them for social media. For more information check out the event page.

I Heart Nescafe 3 in 1! WEEK 3 CONTEST

Summer is felt in the air and the sun.  And the heat can sometimes be too hot to handle, we would get cranky and this would ruin our day. But to ward off that negativity we will reveal the winner of the week 2 winner after the jump!

"Good Monring sa Inyo!"


You might heard of this line from the TV and radio commercials. And the message is clear that days are really better when you start it out with sunshine. That is what Nescafe 3 in 1 Sweet and Mild brings with every cup. 


With the right blend of sweetness to perk up the senses, you  may feel to burst into a sing and dance number (well, I do).  And who does not want to start the day filled with positivity, especially with the start of the week. 


Even if you don't burst into a production number. The warm  feeling soothes the soul making it more relaxed and also immune to the many stressful things around us. And Nescafe 3 in 1 comes in handy to get that coffee fix anytime of the day. And this summer, I like to whip up a creat coffee cooler with Nescafe 3 in 1 Sweet and Mild. Here's how:

• Dissolve contents into some warm water
• Add ice cubes 
• Enjoy!

Isn't that easy! Not only you have great coffee cooler, the taste is just right so you don't go wrong with the taste!  

Speaking of coffee fix, you can also try the facebook application on of Nescafe 3 in 1 143. And also try other variants like Strong and Rich,Original, and Brown and Creamy.

Exciting summer packages from Boracay Garden Resort

It’s time to hit the beach and enjoy Boracay’s glorious summer weather! Avail of Boracay Garden Resort’s vacation packages and have a grand time with family and friends in the country’s favourite island destination.

Boracay Garden Resort salutes Class of 2012 and offers its Graduation Package for only P5,706 net per person. Promo period is from March 15 to April 30, 2012.

You may also choose to spend Lent in Boracay and avail of the resort’s Holy Week Package for as low as P7,377 net per person. This is valid from April 5 to 7, 2012.

Both packages are based on twin-sharing for two nights in a deluxe room, inclusive of roundtrip transfers via Caticlan and daily breakfast and dinner.

Boracay Garden Resort is a subsidiary of Henann Resorts, owner and operator of Boracay Regency Beach Resort and Spa, Regency Lagoon Resort, Boracay and Henann Resort at Alona Beach Bohol.

BLAH BLAH BLOGS: 3 Years and a Song - A Francis Magalona Tribute

On the 3rd death anniversary of Master Rapper, the man from Manila, Francis Magalona, I again dedicate this blog post as a requiem of his inspiration that has been infused in many of us. It has been years and a song has been born in me. This is something I don't usually do compositions but this is special tribute of MTL and Blah Blah Blogs to the king of Pinoy Rap.

3 Years and a Song