Primetime King Dingdong Dantes and his Queen Marian Rivera sit down for a "royal" interview with Startalk

Primetime royalties and real-life couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera sat down for a rare and exclusive interview with Philippine Star columnist and co-host of GMA's showbiz-oriented talk show "Startalk" Ricky Lo.

The royal couple of Philippine television talked about their travels abroad and their favorite places. They also shared their memorable vacation in Spain and the first meeting between Dingdong and Marian's Spanish dad.

Dingdong recalled trying to converse with Marian's dad in Spanish unaware that Marian’s old man is actually conversant in Filipino.

Lo asked Marian how Dingdong is as a boyfriend and an actor.

MUSIC LYF: Gloc-9 rises with “Magda” from Liham at Lihim

We might say that Pinoy rap is going through a revival. What we must know is how different Gloc-9's kind of rap remains, regardless.

At the heart of Gloc-9's icon is the fact of his creativity. This is a rapper who dares writes songs from nation, trailing an eye on the things we fail to see, listening to words no one else hears.  

If the first single off his new album Liham at Lihim is any indication, then Gloc-9 has again raised the bar for songwriting in general, Pinoy rap in particular.

A collaboration with rock icon Rico Blanco, “Magda” is Gloc-9's storytelling at its best. For one thing, he doesn't take on the persona of Magda; instead he speaks as Ernesto, telling the story of Magda – the little of it that he knows. For another, Magda's story doesn't unfold easily, where many things are left unsaid, and much of what is truth happens in a letter. This is also why Gloc-9 thinks “Magda” the best choice for a carrier single, given the CD's title.

But Magda's complexity, as Liham at Lihim suggests, is borne of the fact that she is trapped in what she does, and we cannot understand why. Gloc-9 doesn't insist that we understand it, but through Ernesto we are being made to see the sadness in this situation, the nostalgia for the past, the longing for better.

The CompanY is holding a ‘KPub’ party

The country’s premiere vocal group The CompanY has a lot to celebrate these days – a sold-out Rewind. Play. Fast Forward show at the Music Museum last month, various nominations and wins at various award giving bodies, a soon-to-be-released album and a forthcoming US tour.

In celebration of these victories, The CompanY will be having two special shows this October 11 and 18, 10 p.m., at KPub Global City, The Fort, billed Party with The CompanY.

The country’s vocal group will be performing some of the most enjoyable tunes from different genres, and generation, which will surely set everyone to party mood. Also included in the repertoire are the favorite hits from The CompanY.

For reservations, contact KPub at 8471961 or 8473098. Admission is P500, inclusive of entrance and two drinks.

JUAN MINUTE: I Dare You Season 2

If you liked the original reality challenge show by ABS CBN, I Dare You  which was hosted by Jericho Rosales, Melai Cantiveros, and Iya Villana, you will be thrilled to know that it is back in the Kapamilya Network and bringing new and exciting challenges that also goes beyond overcoming tasks but also make their Bidang Kapamilya's wish come true.

To be aired every Saturday Season 2 premieres on October 12 filling the timeslot of the recently concluded The Voice of the Philippines. Geting to know more about the show, we asked the new set of hosts Deniesse, Robi, and John about their experience which they have gone through a lot of physical and emotional trials that have tested their skills, endurance and even their spirits.

The Philippines is race-ready Sikat II gets pole position in World Solar Challenge

Darwin, Australia -- Sikat II, the country’s representative to the 2013 World Solar Challenge (WSC) in Australia, reached another milestone when it placed first in its class during the qualifying round of the world’s biggest solar car competition held at Hidden Valley Raceway on October 5.

 

The Philippines clocked 2:30.53, beating closest competitor Team Aurora of Australia which timed 2:32.95. There are five other solar cars participating in the Adventure class.

This achievement earned Sikat II the pole position in the biennial meet, beginning October 6in this Northern Territory city and will end in Adelaide on October 11.  It covers 3,021 kilometers of the Australian Outback.

Perfect Home-mazing Ideas For the Ber Months, 3M Philippines Holds Workshop at The Columns

In photo, 3M CHIMD Marketer, Jermits Rabonza; TV5 News Anchor and event host,
Cherrie Mercado; the lucky winner of 3M products; and 3M CHIMD Head Vivian Faustino.

3M Philippines recently held a rebranded workshop entitled “Home-mazing Ideas” following the success of its first two workshops held annually beginning 2011 in partnership with Good Housekeeping magazine. The workshop kicked off with its first leg at Alabang Town Center followed by another at The Columns in Legaspi Village, Makati City.

Now on its third year, the Home-mazing Ideas Workshop goes around the Philippines to gather moms and home managers in malls and condominiums to train homemakers

with the best of home improvement ideas. Topics such as clutter management space saving, and home organization were taught by some of the country’s best interior design and home experts. Recently, the workshop featured Koni Esteban, a freelance DIY and Craft Specialist, and experts from Mad Science to lead the discussions.

REEL DEAL: "Rio 2 (3D)" International Trailer And First Look Photos

Blu (Jesse Eisenberg) and Jewel (Anne Hathaway), the macaw lovebirds in the first “Rio” movie that hit it off with the world and sent the box-office flying high are back in “Rio 2” with the entire original cast and a new set of fine actors and musical talents.

Watch the latest international trailer of “Rio 2” here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZxrlLARycE&list=PLcZs6n5iZPx_THQ8_QjSrpxKfqOdHsc2k 

DepEd, private sector, celebrate World Teachers' Day

PASIG CITY – To recognize the unique role, service and commitment that teachers play in strengthening communities and building the nation, the Department of Education (DepEd) hosted a celebration honoring teachers, educators,professors, education officials, and other education stakeholders on October 5, 2013 at the Phil Sports Arena (formerly ULTRA). With the theme “My Teacher, My Hero,” the event is in line with the international celebration of World Teachers' Day 

Ms. Solaire Get Crowned Ms. World 2013

Solaire Resort and Casino, the official residence of the recent Miss World Philippines 2013, congratulates Megan Lynne Young, the new Miss World 2013.

During the 2013 Miss World Philippines pageant, The 23-year old Digital Filmmaking student at

De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde garnered a total of 10 special awards, some of which are, Miss Solaire Resort and Casino, Best in Fashion Runway, Miss Sports and the title Miss World Philippines 2013.

ETC’s Triple Match-Airing Treat

It’s a triple Match-Airing treat this October 8 as ETC rolls out new shows and new seasons all on one big night. Adding to its ever-growing line-up of Match-Airing programs is the hilarious sitcom Super Fun Night and supernatural drama The Originals. While returning for its fifth season is the fan favorite vampire drama The Vampire Diaries.