Reel Deal Movies and Television: The Dictator Spotlight

2012 brings more movies to watch out for. One of them is The Dictator starring Sacha Baron Cohen (Ali G In da House, Borat, Bruno). This film tells the “heroic story of a dictator who risked his life to ensure that democracy would never come to the country he so lovingly oppressed.” It is inspired by the novel "Zabibah and The King" written by Saddam Hussein.Cohen will play the role of General Admiral Alladeen, a dictator from a country called Republic of Wadiya

Tentative Philippine Release Date: July 25, 2012

MUSIC LYF: 90s MUSIC COMES ALIVE - The Grand Launch at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls

What do you remember most about the 90s? Gadgets like the Discman on which you listened to music, the Tamagotchi which served as your pet, wore MSR Snowshoes or those big cellular phones? Was it the movies, like when you watched “Titanic” three times (or more ), got “Clueless” with Alicia Silverstone, or melted over the line “You had me at ‘hello’,” from “Jerry Maguire”? Or was it the TV shows, like when you got hooked on “Friends”, “Beverly Hills 90210,” or “Melrose Place”? Or was it the music? Of course, there has to be music.


That is why MCA Music, in cooperation with Samsung’s ultimate MP3 evolution, the Samsung Galaxy S WiFi 5.0, gives tribute to the music that defined a generation via the album “90s Music Comes Alive,” featuring MCA artists’ take on hits from the 90s. It is bannered by “Unbelievable,” an EMF original given new life by one of the country’s top bands, Chicosci.

BPI Treats Clients to a David’s Salon Pampering Promo

How does worry free bill payment plus a gorgeous makeover sound to you? Its not impossible with BPI Express Online.

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), the country’s leader in electronic banking, and David’s Salon, the largest chain of salons, recently launched a thrilling treat this Christmas, the “Pay Easy, Be Gorgeous” Promo, with a “mini-salon show” held at the Event Center, SM Megamall. Customers were encouraged to experience BPI Express Online, and were also treated to a live hairstyling demo done by Mr. David Charlton. Leading the event were BPI Senior Manager Anj Mirasol and David’s Salon President and CEO, David Charlton.

“At BPI, clients enjoy ‘less banking time and more me-time’. Now, with this partnership with David’s Salon, we encourage our clients to make more time for the things that really count by choosing to manage their accounts easily and conveniently with BPI Express Online,” shares Anj Mirasol, Senior Manager, BPI.  Through BPI Express Online, you can pay bills to over 300 merchants, including Meralco, Globe Telecom, Sky Cable, Smart Telecom, Manila Water, Ateneo de Manila University, BPI Express Credit Card, as well as the Philippine Red Cross. 

12 Things to Speak Up This 2012!

The year 2012 will bring a lot of challenges and opportunities that propels us as an individual and also as a nation. With technology paving ways into so many  things we can do and how we can affect the future. We have seen the power of the internet this 2011 with prominent examples like the Arab nations uprising, the mobilization for help for the victims of the Japan Earthquake and Tsunami and Typhoon Sendong.

With the public now having a stronger voice in the society and interconnected networks with social media, indeed we have the power to Speak Up. A call to action to address issues concerning the use of social media and the internet. Everyone has equal rights and equal responsibilities over the world wide web. We then list down 12 things to Speak Up this new year 2012. Therefore #iresist being part of the silent majority but an agent of change that the world needs right now.

Merry Christmas from Manual to Lyf!

Manual to Lyf greet everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year 2012!  'Tis the year of great challenges and opportunities for me and the blog, just like Joseph and Mary who went into a lot of them just to find a place to stay. Indeed it was a opportunity and blessing in disguise. 

Hope you all have a good one this year and more blessings to come for the future!

Misa De Gallo Diaries - Day 3 - SACRIFICE

First Reading: Genesis 49:2, 8-10

Psalm: Psalm 72:1-4, 7-8, 17

Gospel: Matthew 1:1-17

The third day was one of the most critical days I had with Misa De Gallo as I woke up late probably at 4:30 which is late for the 4AM Mass, and the dilemma I had was looking for a different church which is near the area. As I quickly bathed and dressed up for the mass, I was thinking of several churches which I have not been to. I was thinking of going to EDSA shrine but it was too far and they usually don't have dawn masses. I also thought of San Roque which is only a jeepney ride but forgot which time they would start.

Ho-ho-holiday treats from Mister Donut!

In life, there is nothing more heartwarming than seeing the smile on your loved one’s face as he or she opens your gift. The look of childlike wonder, the sweaty hands and giddy anticipation, the gleeful grin, and  the squeal of delight. 


This Christmas, get an extra serving of sweetest smiles effortlessly with Mister Donut’s Merrygalos, cool and festive holiday offers from one of the makers of great-tasting donuts in the country.


Experience sumptuous Belgian Bites like never before in limited edition Christmas tin cans. Finally, you and you loved ones can enjoy these delicious donuts in delightful packages. Choose the Christmas Tree tin can with nine assorted Belgian Bites for only P170 or get the Candy Cane tin can with 7 pieces of Belgian Bites for only P150. These shiny fanciful tins are great for storing items and awesome reminders of a Christmas well spent.