KFC Philippines Supports World Food Programme

It's always good to hear when a charitable cause has been successful and has reached more than the expected. From a food company, which shares a part of its sales to end hunger in the country is truly worth sharing to the public so that the culture of sharing will continue.

KFC Philippines has turned over 7.5 million pesos to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to support their school feeding programme in conflict-affected areas of central Mindanao. This donation, KFC’s largest amount raised for WFP to date, will be able provide 750,000 school meals to about 100,000 school children.

#DirtyFinger2013 Update: Burgos Elementary School

 Padre Burgos Elementary School used to be the biggest elementary school in the world in terms of students, it also the venue for a lot of precincts in  the vote rich Sampaloc district, and today it is also the venue where former president Erap Estrada votes as a Manileño. And as expected media flocked to cover his vote as his residence is just 200 meters away from the school. With a huge population, the school looks like it opened for its first day of school, and Altura street which serves as the entrance and exit of voters, watchers, and election officers is bombarded with tarpalins, posters and a storm of sample ballots which is somehow lesser than the last elections, I hope they are going green now. And since it is a school, the stores infront of it becomes a booming marketplace, at least for the whole day. So far there was no power outages and less to no lines (just like in our baranggay). It took me longer to commute than to find my name, fill the ballot and let the PCOS machine eat it.

An Appeal To The Filipino Voter... #DirtyFinger2013

This is repost from my original personal blog at www.fpjjr.blogspot.com. I posted this one so that more people can read this and also serve as a wake up call to do change in the society by voting wisely for the right candidate this 2013 election. Don't forget to use the hashtag #DirtyFinger2013 for your insights and also personal experience this day.

As elections grow nearer, the fate of the nation again is at hand. I may be a drop in the vast ocean, but I quote from the movie "Cloud Atlas" that "An ocean is a multitude of drops". I may not be famous, rather my nickname is, but I am entitled to speak my mind in this democratic country. It's my right, it is why I am here. And I do send out this simple appeal to the Filipino Voter, like me, that will elect the future administration leaders and legislators of the country.

First is the never ending slogan of VOTE WISELY. The term itself is what we wanted for a long time, and that is CHANGE. It is simple as choosing the candidate because you know that he/she is indeed qualified for that position and can deliver public service without smothering his name across town. Its as simple as choosing them with at least some background check and personal deliberation that he is the right and good person for the position. Never should you vote because your favorite artista says so, nor your parents dictates because you have this "utang na loob".

REEL DEAL: Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge

After Naruto and One Piece, SM Cinema will also feature another Anime Movie this May with another anime series which crossover to the big screen: Hunter x Hunter Phantom Rouge. With many of fans have been awaiting for this movie to come out, this will appeal to otakus and kids at heart.

The movie is about Kurapika who takes revenge on the crime group Phantom Troup for killing his entire clan for their unique eyes that turn scarlet when they get angry.  Along the way, he finds out that his own “scarlet eyes” have been stolen. Through the help of Gon, Killua and Leorio, Kurapika is spared from death only to be trapped by the deadly Phantom Troupe. Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge sold an astounding 357,976 ticket on its opening in Japan and earned $5,143,930 on its opening weekend.

Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge is another CinExclusive by SM Cinema showing thie May 15, 2013

Rajo Laurel for Uratex and Mother's Day Promo

Rajo Laurel is known for his designs which are truly world-class. And what better way to further expand his line with  products which are proudly Filipino and also of top grade quality which one can stand out!

From clothing to shoes, to costumes, Rajo now expands his line with one of the things we  spend most of our lives with, our beds. Uratex, the trusted brand from quality foams and mattresses have collaborated together to create a fashionable and comfortable line of  Beds which everyone agrees to all sleep into style and comfort.

With their partner Our Home, they also launched a special Mother's Day promo that is also launched together with the new line of products. 

Uratex, OUR|HOME Launch Mother's Day promo 

In due recognition of their unconditional love and hardships in raising their children and running a home, Uratex, the country’s leading foam and mattress brand, and OUR|HOME, the country’s leading lifestyle furniture store chain, launches today a special Mother's Day promotion called "Best Mattress for Best Mom."  

GMA Artist Center stars reap awards and nominations

GMA 7’s Artist Center continues to ascertain its position as the premier talent development and management arm of the network with the various honors and accolades given to its homegrown talents from three award-giving bodies this year.

Leading the roster of winners is fast-rising Kapuso star Kim Rodriguez who received her first acting award as the New Movie Actress of the Year at the 29th PMPC Star Awards for Movies last March 10 at the AFP Theater. Kim was recognized for her performance in the indie film Mga Mumunting Lihim. Aside from Party Pilipinas, Kim presently headlines the Afternoon Prime series, Kakambal ni Eliana. Kim was also one of the nominees for Best Breakthrough Performance by an Actress for her performance in Oros during the 2013 Golden Screen Awards for Movies. 

GMA Network allots P91 million for Eleksyon 2013

Leading television station GMA Network allots P91 million for its coverage of this year’s mid-term elections. 

Entitled Eleksyon 2013, GMA’s special coverage is set to run a full 28 hours from 4:30am on election day until the morning after. GMA’s news teams will be reporting from a total of 47 strategically selected live remote points throughout Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao including the GMA originating regional stations Cebu, Davao, Dagupan, Ilocos, Naga, Iloilo, Cagayan de Oro and satellite stations Bacolod and General Santos.

Upcoming Events At Solaire

Solaire Resort & Casino will be giving away tickets to a special screening of Star Trek Into Darkness. To join, participants must follow the official Solaire Twitter account (@solaireresort) and send out tweets with the hash tag of the day provided in the account. Each winner is entitled to two tickets to the special screening to be held on May 16, Thursday, at the Greenbelt 3 Cinema. Solaire Resort & Casino is located at 1 Solaire Boulevard | Entertainment City (near Mall of Asia).

Solaire Resort & Casino presents TOKYO-MANILA JAZZ & ARTS FESTIVAL 2013.

Indulge and unwind with music from Japan and the Philippines' finest Jazz Superstars.

Guess Who Love To Shop at the SM Store Aura?

SM Aura Premier is opening this May 17th and there are rumors that a huge international celebrity would Love To Shop at The SM Store 'Aura'. 

Who ever she is, it would definitely make a big buzz especially with a lot of famous stars are visiting the Philippines lately. And all are very excited what the new high-end SM mall would look like in the posh district of Bonifacio Global City

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REEL DEAL: Epic - Amanda Seyfried SPOTLIGHT

AMANDA SEYFRIED AND JOSH HUTCHERSON IN AN “EPIC” (3D) JOURNEY

The 3D animated adventure “Epic” will take audiences on an amazing and magical journey through a secret world of hilarious creatures, visually spectacular locations and incredible aerial battles.  The ground-breaking, photo-real animation from the creators of “Ice Age” and “Rio” will make audiences wonder if this hidden world might really exist…perhaps even in their own backyard.

“Epic’ is introduced through the eyes of Mary Katherine (she prefers M.K.) voiced by Amanda Seyfried, a smart, spirited and headstrong 17-year-old who finds herself on the journey of a lifetime.  After returning to her childhood home to connect with her estranged father, Professor Bomba, M.K. loses patience with his endless stories of unseen people who live in the woods.   But when she is magically transported into the Leafmen’s world, she gains a new perspective.  To find her way home, M.K. must do more than believe in this world; she’ll have to help save it.