DepEd to finish classroom construction in Yolanda-affected areas byJune 2015

In keeping with the government’s thrust to build back better, the Department of Education (DepEd) continues to deliver basic education to five regions affected by Super Typhoon Yolanda (Regions IV-B, VI, VII, VIII, CARAGA).

At present, the Department’s Yolanda interventions are geared toward the fourth and final phase of its Framework for Recovery and Rehabilitation. This includes the rehabilitation of more than 17,000 damaged classrooms, construction of new classrooms, and distribution of school furniture. As of November 4, more than half of the targeted 2,313 classrooms are ongoing construction.

Christian Bautista launches new album this Saturday

After about two years, Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista is back with a new album “Soundtrack.” Produced by Universal Records, Christian’s new album includes memorable theme songs from the most romantic movies of all time.

The album’s first single Up Where We Belong, the theme from the movie “An Officer and a Gentleman,” has already been chosen by GMA as the theme of its newest koreanovela “Empress Ki.”

Christian also bared his heart in his rendition of “A Thousand Years,” theme of the phenomenal hit movie series “Twilight.”

He also showed his edgier side in “Kiss From A Rose,” theme from “Batman Forever.” 

Christian also tapped some of the best female singers to collaborate with him. Former sweetheart Rachelle Ann Go joins him in their rendition of “The Way We Were.”

MUSIC LYF: Michael Buble To Perform In Manila On January 31st

Michael Bublé, the four-time Grammy award winner and Canadian superstar, is returning to Manila as part of his World Tour on January 31st 2015 - at the Mall of Asia Arena.

It’s been more than 10 years since Michael’s last concert in Manila and he is very excited to come back and serenade Filipino fans with his much loved, chart-topping songs.

Michael Bublé has been selling out Arenas across the globe, making this show one of the year’s hottest concert tickets. In London, he was originally slated to do six nights at the London’s O2 Arena, but had to add four extra shows when the first run sold-out in just five minutes!

REEL DEAL: Jason Bateman Stars In "HORRIBLE BOSSES 2", "THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU"

Golden Globe Award-winner Jason Bateman (TV's “Arrested Development,” “Hancock”) headlines two consecutive comedies from Warner Bros. Pictures: the laugh-out-loud “Horrible Bosses 2” and the inspiring “This is Where I Leave You.”

In “Horrible Bosses 2,” everyone's favorite working stiffs Nick (Bateman), Dale (Charlie Day) and Kurt (Jason Sudeikis) rally with an original invention and another run at the American dream. But a slick investor (Christoph Waltz) soon pulls the rug out from under them. Outplayed and desperate, and with no legal recourse, the three would-be entrepreneurs hatch a misguided plan to kidnap the investor’s adult son (Chris Pine) and ransom him to regain control of their company. 

REEL DEAL: Poster, Cast of Characters Revealed For "WARCRAFT"

Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures have revealed the teaser posters for their highly anticipated big-screen adaptation of “Warcraft.” The one-sheets implore the viewer to either “Fight for the Alliance” or “Fight for the Horde.”

Along with the revelation, the studios have also confirmed the characters assigned to previously-announced castmembers.

THE ALLIANCE:

The lead protagonist for the Alliance is Anduin Lothar (“Vikings” star Travis Fimmel), a war hero who has sacrificed everything to keep the people of Azeroth safe.

King Llane Wrynn (Dominic Cooper) is the leader of the Alliance city of Stormwind and a beacon of hope to its people in a time of darkness.

Known as ‘the Guardian,’ Medivh (Ben Foster) is a mysterious and reclusive protector who wields formidable power.

Khadgar (Ben Schnetzer) is a gifted young mage, embarking on a daring search for the truth.

Pirates Invade SM City Sucat for #SMSucatYoHoHoliday

Christmas goes on a different vibe with pirates invading SM Sucat starting this December with Yo Ho Holiday!  Yes mateys you read it right, pirates have taken over the mall docking their ship inside bringing in loot and bounty.  

Celebrities also joined in to celebrate the launch with their families. Among them are Christine Jacob-Sandejas, Danica Sotto-Pingris and her kids. The launch started on November 9 hosted by VJ Chino Lui-Pio and with Christmas serenades by the Manila Children's Choir.

REEL DEAL: Michael Mann's New Film "BLACKHAT" Rolls Out Trailer

Universal Pictures and Legendary Pictures have just reeled-off the trailer for its upcoming action-thriller “Blackhat” from director Michael Mann (“Public Enemies,” “Miami Vice”). The trailer may be viewed at http://youtu.be/79ZIEsPAYLM.

Set within the world of global cybercrime, “Blackhat” follows a furloughed convict (Chris Hemsworth and his American and Chinese partners as they hunt a high-level cybercrime network from Chicago to Los Angeles to Hong Kong to Jakarta.

Directed and produced by Michael Mann, the film stars Chris Hemsworth, Viola Davis, Tang Wei and Wang Leehom, and it is written by Morgan Davis Foehl and Mann. Legendary’s Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni produce alongside Mann, while Alex Garcia and Eric McLeod serve as the executive producers.

Opening across the Philippines on January 2015, “Blackhat” is distributed by United International Pictures through Columbia Pictures.