GMA Network, Inc Celebrates 5th Year of Listing In The Stock Exchange

Philippine Stock Exchange, Makati. GMA Network, Inc. celebrates its 5th year as a listed company on July 31, 2012, with its Chairman and CEO, Atty Felipe L. Gozon, ringing the Opening Bell.

Joining Gozon at today’s ceremonial ringing of the Opening Bell are GMA’s President and Chief Operating Officer, Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong, and independent members of the Board of Directors, former Chief Justice Artemio Panganiban and Dr Jaime Laya.

Chase Rainy Day Blues With SM City Malls 3 Day Sale!

SM City Sta Mesa is just across the street from my school, and when I go home I do pass by the mall to chill and check out new finds that I would like to buy especially when sale season comes. And though the weather may be wet and wild, its actually a perfect time to seek retail refuge to SM City Malls like SM City Sta Mesa, SM City Masinag, SM City Calamba, SM City Tarlac and SM Center Valenzuela This August 3, 4, and 5 2012!

Yes! the 3 Day Sale season is back with discounts up to 70% off! Also you can win one of 15 ASUS Eee PC X101H  when you shop at these malls. I'm aslo excited as it would be just after my class that I can shop for great finds at this mall. You can also check the mechanics below to guide you on your shopping plans this weekend. If you will be there you can ask me on where to go for the best bargains in the mall!

MUSIC LYF: Parokya NI Edgar - Inuman Session Vol. 2 (Album)

Parokya Ni Edgar releases second volume of Inuman Sessions after eight years

Eight years was all it took for Parokya Ni Edgar to release the follow-up to the phenomenal hit album Inuman Sessions Vol. 1 – aptly titled Inuman Sessions Vol. 2. The project, produced by Universal Records, comes in CD only and DVD with bonus CD formats.

The band’s hits are performed live in the album – Pangarap Lang Kita, Mang Jose, Papa Cologne, One Hit Combo, among others.

“This new volume is actually a continuation of the first,” admits lead vocalist Chito Miranda. “It is a celebration of music, booze, fun, and friendship, just like the first Inuman Session.”

LONDON 2012: Medal Count - July 31

Here are the medal count for today as of 1:00 PM. The London Olympics started on July 27 and will end on August 12, 2012. High hopes for the Philippine contingent that we could at least a medal and hopefully the first gold for the country. However, our weightlifting contingent Hidilyn Diaz was unable to snatch a medal on yesterday's event for Women's 58Kg. But there are still more hope for the coming events. Now back in medal tally, China still leads with 9 golds, 5 silvers and 3 bronze medals followed by USA (5 Gold, 7 Silver, 5 Bronze), France (3 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze), Democratic People's Republic of Korea (3 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze), and Italy (2 Gold, 4 Silver, 2 Bronze). 


See the rest of the medal tally below and also keep glued to Manual to Lyf for more news and updates.

MUSIC LYF: Jessica Sanchez - Stuttering

Remember how the judges were left ‘stuttering’ when the senational American Idol songstress Jessica Sanchez performed a stunning and soulful rendition of Jazmine Sullivan’s “Stuttering”? She sang that song like it was her own and totally killed it! Randy Jackson described Jessica’s performance as the ‘biggest fish of the night.’ Jennifer Lopez added, ‘My favorite part in the middle is you started digging’, while Steven Tyler expressed, ‘Every time you sing, I forget where I am.’ 

Fans all over the world will surely be delighted to hear the petite powerhouse croon in the studio version of “Stuttering” all over again. The song is part of Jessica Sanchez’ American Idol Season 11 Highlights album repertoire where it takes us back to some of her memorable and brilliant performances in the reality television singing competition, American Idol. It also includes Jessica’s breathtaking and nostalgic rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You”, her sultry cover of Beyonce’s “Sweet Dreams”, her duet with Joshua Ledet entitled “I Knew You Were Waiting for Me” plus Jessica’s anthemic finale song, “Change Nothing”. At the same time, “Stuttering” is also dubbed as Jessica’s Concert Single for the upcoming American Idol Tour. 

REEL DEAL: Guni Guni - Behind The Scenes

Regal Films' goes Horror again this year with Lovi Poe, Empress Schuck, Benjamin Alves, for Guni Guni. We were behind the scenes of the pictorial for the movie with Lovi, Empress, Benjamin together with Julia Clarete, Gerald Pesigan and Ria Garcia.

It was also an opportunity to meet the stars and talk about their movie and what fans and viewers would be excited with this movie. Though we think that their beautiful faces won't scare us at all, but looking on the story would go, it may have this sinister and creepy plot that I could consider of a stick-to-the-mind horror. Directed by Tara Illenberger and will be shown on August 22.

 

Roderick Paulate admits he has not moved on from mom’s passing

During a recent shoot for GMA’s upcoming station ID, veteran comedian Roderick Paulate was asked to write on a piece of white board whatever or whomever it is that he loves the most.  He wrote “mom” on the board, referring to his diseased mother who passed away three years ago.

Roderick says his closeness with his mom is an “open book” in the industry.  In his past talk and variety shows, the phrase, “I love you, mom!” was almost always a part of the actor’s closing spiels until his mom died.

Three years have passed since his mother’s death but until now, Roderick has not yet fully accepted his loss.

“I don’t want to be ‘plastic;’ I don’t want to be covering my emotions.  Up to now, kahit three years nang wala na ang mommy ko I haven’t accepted it. E ganun e.  Some people say you have to move on.  Fine, but it’s easier said than done.  Pero kahit tina-try ko na sabihin sa sarili ko na ‘she’s in heaven’ ganyan, of course I still miss her so much.  I mean, I want her to enjoy the Kingdom of Heaven and the presence of God but as a human being it’s hard to do kasi nandito pa ako sa lupa e,” explains Roderick who was a bit reluctant to be interviewed about the matter at first.

Stay Safe! Some Help Information You Need

Here are some information that you might need because of the incoming storm "GENER" approaching the metro. As it also affect other provinces right now but also brings heavy rains and strong winds. Keep yorself safe and know some cautionary  information this  rainy day. This post will be updated for news and alerts about the weather. Keep an emergency kit and stay indoors. If in low lying areas, evacuate immediately when warned by officials. 

LONDON 2012: Medal Count - July 29

Here are the medal count for today as of 9:47 PM. The London Olympics started on July 27 and will end on August 12, 2012. High hopes for the Philippine contingent that we could at least a medal and hopefully the first gold for the country. China leads with 5 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze medals followed by USA (2 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze), Italy (2 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze), Brazil (1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze), and South Korea (1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze). See the rest of the medal tally below and also keep glued to Manual to Lyf for more news and updates.

source: London 2012 website

MUSIC LYF: The Ultimate Jessica Sanchez SKYPE Party!

16 year old Filipino-Mexican sweetheart Jessica Sanchez has long won the world by capturing the hearts of many with her brilliant singing style and over the top performance during the eleventh season of the reality television singing competition, American Idol.

This Sunday, July 29, be ready to get your hearts captured again by the American Idol songstress as MCA Music and Astroplus invite you to “The Ultimate Jessica Sanchez SKYPE Party!” --- An exciting event where fans all over the metro will get the rare chance to bond with their idol through a LIVE SKYPE SESSION from 10:00 am onwards at the SM Megamall Event Center (former ice skating rink). Fun games, exclusive Jessica Sanchez signed items and a guest performance by Asia’s Acoustic Sweetheart Sabrina await those who will attend the party.