Like or Dislike: Myrtle the Cosplayer

Poll: Kimpoy Feliciano, Gwapo or Chaka?

Bench Open Casting Call

Male and Female Models Wanted!
Date: July 22, 2012 (Sunday)
Venue: Edsa Shangrila Hotel, Isla Ballroom
Registration starts at 11:00 AM.

Fusing Function with Fashion

I am so satisfied with my new Dell laptop. Dell unveiled its ultra-portable XPS 13 laptop, the most compact 13.3-inch Ultrabook featuring an edge-to-edge glass, near “frameless” display, all-day battery life. It is so cool because I'm able to do more without fear of my laptop shutting down. Yes, a superb overall user experience.

I can say that my new Dell XPS 13's design is just beyond beautiful. I love to tinker with prettty gadgets, inspires me to work more to get more things done. And the thin and sleek size makes it very easy and convenient for me to bring it anywhere, as I am a very mobile person.

Blogging has since been a walk in the park, as Dell delivers powerful performance and screen space into a compact body, to the carbon fiber base that is lightweight and cool to the touch, with bigger screen size yet it's still the same size. Awesome.

Always up to date, it keeps my email, contacts, calendar and social networks up to date, even when my XPS 13 Ultrabook is in sleep mode. There's less hassle updating programs, because its technology' does it automatically.

With ordinary unit, the monitor turns off when it is kept idle for long. And then when you want to use it again, it takes time for the screen to re-appear. With Intel technology, the laptop 'wakes' up faster, it's never delayed

With Dell, fashion and technology are not far apart but closely interwoven. And in instances like this event, are linked like peas in a pod. What great experience!

Keeping His Confidence

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The behavior of a controversial singer turned actor (CS) could no longer escape the notice of people around him. CS is a very talented performer. He was given acting breaks initially because he is part of a popular group. When the production saw that CS could indeed act, he got more assignments. Eventually, CS was linked to several young actresses, and the press had a field day covering their relationships.

However, CS also had his share of the usual publicity, that success has gotten into his head. His defenders were there to counter that such rumors were false. Another story is that people who know CS are afraid that he might lose his voice at the rate he is indulging in a not so-good habit. Allegedly, CS always takes something before he can perform at his gigs. One time, while he was performing onstage, CS was noticed to seem to not be in control of his movements. Some viewers speculated that he might have taken too much of something that made him extra-hyper.

Is it possible that CS is under a lot of pressure for him to resort to such behavior or is he plainly living up to the stereotype of the rocker, which can eventually ruin his career?

Can you identify who CS is? Please abide by the RULES in writing comments if you want me to post them. Initials and comments that are too explicit will not be accepted.

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TV5, Its Stars and Shows - What's Ahead?

It was just two years ago when TV5 under a new and aggressive control of businessman Manny Pangilinan made a grand debut on Philippine television. What happened after the launch made a big impact on everyone in the industry - insiders, players and observers. Not to mention, the network rivals who did not see the cash giant coming. For people behind TV5 began talking to stars and their managers to offer deals that were just too hard to resist. Star piracy became a daily buzz word and order of the day. For truly, they walked the talk, and the industry was jolted like never before. TV5 projected an endless cash flow image to whoever it sees fit to engage in their network.

Stars and their managers were all agog, quick to the draw, sending feelers that they were available for a deal of a lifetime. And who wouldn't be blown away by sky-high talent fees, four to seven times bigger, laid beautifully before anyone willing to be tempted.

And so it went. Stars, both popular and has-been knocked at MVP's door, signed up and were stamped a new name - Kapatid, TV5's new catchword. Soon they were given projects, and cameras began rolling. Everyone was happy and excited. Everything was just too good to be true. TV5 produced shows for their new talents. But it ended there.

After two years, came the painful, horrifying truth: TV5 is losing money - by the billions. The reason is a dead give-away: hardly anyone is watching their shows. Rating is single digit. No audience. No advertisers. Their stars remain unpopular, and worse, those whose stars were still shining prior to the transfer have dimmed soon after. What gives?

With the exception of some: Talentadong Pinoy, Who Wants to be a Millionire, Face-to-Face, the rest of TV5 programs leave a lot to be desired. One viewer's collective assumption says it all: "Shows are stupid, mediocre, shallow, lack creativity and are devoid of quality. TV5 is banking on the idea that all Filipinos are stupid and poor."

Suddenly it dawned on everyone that it's not just the stars that guarantee network profitability. Indeed, some serious thought could have been done prior to executing major decisions. They focused on contracting has-beens at mind-boggling talent fees, but forgot to hire competent minds to run and get the shows going. That was the biggest blunder. No production can make a show succeed if it lacks the skills of brilliant and creative writers, talented directors, and all the right minds that will ensure the quality and content of the program. Otherwise, the show is doomed.

Stars have to be packaged with utmost caution and foresight, to know their professional strengths and weaknesses not just give them projects without thought and study. They should be given regular workshops to further hone and fine-tune their skills. Competition is getting harsher by the day, no one is sacred to be spared.

Rival networks like ABS-CBN and GMA invest so much in their talents and creatives. Not only are workshops done on a regular basis - both the shows and the stars - especially those from Kapamilya are aggressively marketed locally and globally. These translate to not a few endorsements and international projects for the deserving ones.

The planned buying/merging with GMA7 sounds not a brilliant idea if done for the wrong reasons. Doing it to limit and restrain the competition may not be good enough as everyone knows how globally well-placed, unstoppable and aggressive ABS-CBN can be.

What TV5 should do instead is to hire the best minds and pay them accordingly. Along with directors, it's about time that writers, these unsung heroes, are given their just dues.

What about the stars' gargantuan talent fees? I should say that anything or any work that is solely motivated by money will not bring in the best desired results. Proof? It's so close to home, no further proof is needed.

That is why their upcoming star search called Artista Academy with yet another mind-boggling twenty million-peso pot for the top prize sounds like another disaster and embarrassment waiting to happen. Nothing, certainly not the lure of that kind of money can bring out the best talent in anyone, unless talent is properly motivated, nurtured and expertly handled.

We really wish the best for TV5. Mr. Pangilinan has definitely shown to one and all how astute and great a businessman he is. May all his tv investments bear good fruits, in terms of acquiring the best talents and people in the industry.

And these people should better be sure that they deserve to be housed in that P6 billion worth of new TV5 corporate headquarters and studios soon to be completed within the year.

Peta Presents Bona starring Eugene Domingo

BONA starring Eugene Domingo and Edgar Allan Guzman!
Date: September 2, 2012 Sunday

Time: 8pm 

Venue: PETA Theatre

Ticket Prices (free seating in all areas)
1,200 - VIP
900 - Orchestra
700 - Balcony

For reservations/purchase text me 09188006352, or 09178676016

Not Another Clandestine Meeting at 2:00am

Additional Condiment in the Bag

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Some press people visited the location of an audition of a reality contest of a network. The production people entertained the press and offered them food and drinks. Specifically, the press people were given popcorn and drinks. The press enjoyed the treats.

After munching a lot of the snack, one of the reporters shook the bag of popcorn. When the reporter opened the bag, a dead cockroach surfaced amidst the kernels. All the while, the reporter was enjoying the bag of infested popcorn. After the incident, the reporter started to vomit, felt discomfort, and suffered from a bad tummy.

Whether the physical effects were triggered by the psychological suggestion, we will not know. The only thing for sure is that the reporter will be extra careful whenever snacks will be offered by any network. Of course, this incident is not a good way to start the publicity of the latest and grandest brainchild of the newly hired bigwigs of the network.

Nutiva Organic Chia Seed

What are Chia Seeds?

Harvested from the salvia Hispanica plant, which is a type of sage in the family of mint, chic seeds are high in Omega-3 fatty acids. It has been the staple food of the ancient Aztec and now they are commercially grown in Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, Guatemala and Mexico. Recently it has become very famous and often called super food which has many dietary benefits. It helps your body to retain liquid content and electrolytes and forms a gel in your stomach. This gel slows the conversion of carbohydrates to sugar in your body. Chia seeds build tissues and muscle and have protein and boron, which are known for absorption of calcium.

They’re a good source of:

Omega 3 fatty acids - Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids are essential fatty acids, meaning that you need to get from food sources because your body cannot produce them itself. Omega 3′s reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. They’re also said to help with weight reduction related to their regulation of blood sugar levels and insulin.

Plant-based protein - We all know protein is an essential macronutrient needed for many functions in the body, including muscle building.

Antioxidants - Anti-oxidants help rid our body of free radicals, which have been linked to cancer and heart disease.

Fiber – Helps with weight loss by keeping you feeling full, prevents constipation and enhances regularity.

Magnesium and Potassium – Two minerals needed for good health

Chia seeds can be eaten in fresh forms which are the excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids and fibre which help in your digestion, known as dietary fibre. Chia seeds have more Omega-3 than Atlantic salmon, more anti-oxidants than fresh blueberries, more fibre than bran flakes, more calcium than two percent milk and more protein, more fibre and more calcium than flax seed. Fresh Chia seeds can be grounded and the grounded Chia can be eaten with porridge. If you soak Chia seeds in water or fruit juice, you can get to taste a tasty liquid which is known as Chia fresca in Mexico. Chia seeds can be used to make into gel which can be a good substitute for oil and fats in your food. This gel can also be added to jellies, baked foods and sauces.

The Chia seeds are easily digestible and have a high water absorbing capability. You do not have to grind the seeds or use as a powder form. You need to soak the seeds in water for around 15 minutes which will result in a gel like substance. You can mix milk or fruit juice if you wish to change the taste.

The researches have proved that the Chia seeds are a good diet for the athletes because of their high hydrophilic nature. The seeds can absorb approximately eight times of water than its normal weight. Intake of seeds mixed with pure water helps the body to hydrate even in the toughest situations. The scientists strongly believe that the seeds are good for the diabetic patients as it slows down the combustion of carbohydrate calories to glucose. A regular intake of it can minimise the blood sugar level in our body.

It is not necessary that every on who is suffering from Diabetics will definitely know about the Chia seeds just because it is the best herbal option to control the blood sugar. The Chia seeds contain a high amount of Omega-3 Fatty Acid which is a very essential for our body. Our body can not manufacture it hence it needs to be obtained from external food. The acid is essential for the proper function of the brain and its development. The three kinds of Omega 3 acids which are alpha-Linolenic Acid, Docosahexaenoic acid and the Eicosapentaenoic acid helps the human body to reduce the blood pressure and the heart related diseases.

The high protein and lipid contents in the Chia seeds are also one of the many reasons why the seed is helpful for the diabetic patients. The seeds are a species of the mint family and are widely grown in the Central Valley of Mexico. The seeds were an integral part of the Aztec and Maya civilization. They used the seeds as the offering to their gods and used to have that in their religious ceremonies.

During the last couple few years the scientists were doing researches on the utilities of the seeds and were tiring to find out the importance of it. The extensive researches have revealed the true picture of the seed. The seed is very effective for the diabetic people as is controls the blood sugar levels in our body. Recently all the doctors are prescribing the Chia seeds and its by-products for the diabetic patients all over the world.

If you are suffering from high sugar level in your blood then you might go for the Chia seeds diets with your regular exercises and proper medications. You can do your part of research in the internet and learn more about the importance of the Chia seeds

Chia seeds are high on fiber and this makes you feel easily full thus cutting down on your cravings and binging. We all aware that binging is rampant among the obese and the only way how one can cut down on the same is by eating fibrous food. The high fiber content of Chia seeds makes it the perfect natural food to be consumed to make one feel full. The energy released due to the digestion of Chia seeds ensures that yo0uare filled with energy throughout the day with slow release of energy. The Chia seed fiber is easily digestible and one can eat that by sprinkling a little on salads or other foods. One can consume them with other foods without changing the taste of the food because Chia seeds are crunchy tasteless seeds. Get your regular does of Chia seeds and see the difference it makes to your appetite and health. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keeps for two or more years.