Protégé Profiles: Ruru Madrid

Ruru Madrid, at 14, is one of the youngest among the Top 20 Proteges. Although he and his family are now living in Marikina City, Ruru is representing his home province of Zamboanga City in Mindanao. He is currently in 2nd Year High School, Protégé of Phillip Salvador (Mindanao)

How did you know about Protégé?

“May mga nagsabi po kasi sa akin na may auditions nga daw po para sa Protégé. Sabi po nila subukan ko raw po dahil baka malaki ang chance ko na makapasok. Nasa school po ako nung ginawa ang audition tapos nagpaalam po ako na mag-o-audition.”

Why do you want to be a star?

“Mula nung bata pa po ako, kapag nakakapanood po ako ng drama scenes at may iyakan, naiisip ko po ‘siguro kaya ko itong gawin.’ Tapos maya-maya po napapatulo ko na po yung luha ko, tapos sasabihin ng nanay ko, ‘O, anong nangyari sa’yo?’ Tapos ganun po, kaya ko pong kontrolin ang luha ko.

XSTIG: Dell XPS 14

Dell announced the expansion of its XPS laptop portfolio with the XPS 14 laptop. Joining the award-winning XPS 13 Ultrabook, the XPS 14 has the same beautiful, thoughtful design and craftsmanship in a 14-inchscreen size for consumers who desire connectivity and performance, no matter where they are. 

As part of Dell’s flagship XPS brand, this array of laptops enables customers to choose the one that best suits their needs. The XPS 13 is highly portable and compact for today’s most mobile users, while the XPS 14 provides long battery life and connectivity for those who need to get online wherever they are. Both laptops have enterprise-friendly features to intersect the design and performance desired by consumers with the security and services required by IT departments.  Additionally, the XPS 14 laptop is distinguished by a vibrant display with hardened Corning Gorilla Glass, and uses the latest Intel technology, such as the latest 3rd Generation processors, and Intel Rapid Start , Smart Response  and Smart Connect  technologies, to enable users to be productive, connected and responsive anywhere.

GMA Network enhances TV experience with the most interactive media web portal in the Philippines

While GMA Network, Inc. continues its dominance in nationwide TV ratings, the media company has also become the frequent hub of millions of Kapuso netizens in the country and all over the world with its comprehensive content and its highly interactive media experience.

GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon says that the media portal perfectly complements the Company's broadcast operations. "Since it was launched eight months ago, GMANetwork.com, the most comprehensive media portal in the country, has enabled visitors to easily access the latest in news and information, as well as updates on the Company’s digital properties.”

REEL DEAL: Sadako The Ring 3 REVIEW

The curse continues as one of the most scariest horror of all time continues with its 3rd Japanese sequel in SADAKO THE RING 3 ( 貞子3D in Japan). If you would remember that long-haired pale faced lady that crawls out of the well and out of the TV screen is truly scary. That movie started the Asian horror trend that led to the introduction of other great Asian horror flicks.

And today, Sadako makes her Resurrection in this movie and to make things more interesting it is has this 3D effects (although it would not be shown in 3D here). This also means Sadako gets an upgrade in the modern age by appearing not only in TV, but now in monitors, cellphones and billboards.  

Being a fan of Japanese movies, I find the movie to have a similar feel like Death Note and Battle Royale. Though some parts are not that eerie, it does show you the logic on why Sadako kills. Also you will also feel the chill when you will encounter a common message on your computer.

REEL DEAL: Diary Of A Wimpy Kid 3 Dog Days - Robert Capron SPOTLIGHT

STRAIGHT FROM THE EVER DEPENDABLE ROWLEY – A WIMPY KID’S BEST FRIEND

Wimpy kid Greg Heffley’s best friend Rowley has given friendship a cool and solid splash since appearing in author Greg Kinney’s “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” book series and movies. 

Typifying an epitome of an ideal best friend in today’s crazy-cut hub of growing teens, Rowley played by Robert Capron in the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” movies is back the 3rd time in “Diary of A Wimpy Kid: Dog Days.”  Rowley, a parent-abiding teen leads his best friend Greg Heffley with their other friends out of trouble in and out of school.  The very dependable and charming Rowley takes in all the fun with a wise twist to keep out of the punishment radar from parents and school authorities alike.

Top 20 Proteges help man GMA's Telethon for flood victims

The Top 20 proteges of GMA's artista search Protege: The Battle for the Big Artista Break took time outside of their reclusive quarters to receive pledges of financial and material aid intended for residents displaced when several municipalities in Mega Manila and Luzon were inundated as a result of torrential rains in this northern Philippine region.

"Nakakatuwa pong makatanggap ng tawag mula sa ibang mga tao na gustong makatulong at gustong magbigay ng donations, lalung-lalo na po yung mga tumatawag mula pa sa abroad, nagbibigay po sila, concerned pa rin po talaga sila.  Iba talaga ang Pinoy. Astig!," shared Mykel Ong, a protege from Batangas.

Protégé Profiles: Steffi Pacheco

Protégé of Phillip Salvador (Mindanao) 

When Mindanao protégé Steffi Pacheco walked down the stage during the Top 20 Protégé presentation last Sunday, she did so with the confidence and projection of a supermodel.

Asked about her first ramp on TV, she said it was a dream-come-true.

“Siyempre masaya, na nakakakaba. Masaya kasi isa rin ‘to sa mga pangarap ko – yung makatungtong sa stage ng Protégé,” she said.

Steffi’s journey to the Protégé stage began when she auditioned in Davao.

“Nakakaba kasi marami ring mga magaganda at magagaling na nag-audition din. Napressure din kahit papaano pero naniniwala naman ako na kaya ko din pong patunayan na karapat-dapat akong mapili bilang protégé with the help din po of prayers,” she recalled.

LONDON 2012: Medal Count - August 11

Here are the medal count for today as of 7:00 PM. This will be the second to te The London Olympics started on July 27 and will end on August 12, 2012. It maybe unfortunate for all of our 11 athletes were not able to advance to the final rounds to even get a bronze medal, however we are indeed proud of them for the sacrifice, effort and heart that they have given during the games. Now back in medal tally, USA now leads with 41 golds, 26 silvers and 27 bronze medals followed by China (37 Gold, 25 Silver, 19 Bronze), host country Great Britain (26 Gold, 15 Silver, 18 Bronze), Russian Federation (16 Gold, 21 Silver, 28 Bronze), and the Republic of Korea (13 Gold, 7 Silver, 7 Bronze). 

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

PAGTUTULUNGAN.ORG: WFP Supports Government Relief Efforts For Flood-Affected Communities

In the wake of monsoon rains that have brought severe floods to the Luzon and Visayas regions, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has mobilized logistics and food support tocomplement the Philippine Government’s emergency relief efforts, working closely with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

“WFP is saddened by the humanitarian impact of the non-stop rains over the last week in the Philippines, and we would like reiterate our solidarity with the Philippine Government during times of emergencies. We stand ready to offer our full support to augment government efforts when needed,” said WFP Philippines Representative and Country Director Stephen Anderson.

MUSIC LYF: Yonel's Top 30 - August 11

For this week's countdown,  GOODTIME by Owl City & Carly Rae Jepsen remains on top for this week! . 2nd place goes to Madonna featuring and Far East Movement with TURN UP THE RADIO (LAIDBACK LUKE REMIX) . The third place goes to CRAZY SEXY WILD  by Inna for the first time in the top three. See the rest of the countdown after the jump and also like Yonel's Top 30 hits on Facebook!