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Friday, December 13, 2013
Strikingly Talentless
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Every sane artist knows how passionate and fastidious AP is of her craft. Being a multi-awarded artist, no one can question what this industry veteran is all about. AP has long earned her unique status in the industry, has every right to critique anyone and her words stick like glue.
At the TN concert rehearsal, AP learned that due to the huge number of performers, each production/musical number would be a group number. During her rehearsal break, something caught AP's attention. She noticed that a Stiff Performer SP would be doing a solo number. Intrigued, she quipped, " Why, what's the big deal? " No one attempted to reply.
AP then decided to watch SP's number during its rehearsal to see for herself. Reportedly, her reaction was one of disbelief. She was apparently annoyed and bothered, far from being convinced. After SP's number, AP allegedly said, "Uh oh, so she (SP) and another Annoying Singer AS are in the same league? Hmmm, they look good together. Next time they may want to do a duet together. "
Notably, AP's reaction was not new as far as SP is concerned. Her opinion echoes those of the others for the longest time. But the novel part was her mention of SP and AS having a thing in common. But those in the know will add that there's one more that SP and AS have in abundance – confidence.
The saying – the best accessory is confidence – does not sound so pleasant in this case.
" Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognizes genius." ~ Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
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Is That Bakla after You?
NO EXIT. You're not really afraid of gay men. You're afraid that a man will treat you the way you treat women. “Sexual Discrimination of the Mind” by Andy Singer
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Whenever these men know they will be in contact with a gay man - be it a doctor, a friend, ateacher, or a classmate - they are on high alert, as if this bakla just has to satisfy himself on them and will not be stopped.
Why are straight men compelled to believe that gay men are out to molest them?
It is not rare for straight men to give proud statements of how they would physically attack a gay man should they feel threatened by them sexually. "'Pag may bading na tumingin sakin sa CR, uumbagin ko(I'm going to hit any gay man who looks at me in the bathroom)." Men seem to be so on guard about thebakla's advances to the point of violence, as if gay men are compelled to force themselves on them.
The threat of a male body
Many men fear that the bakla will come on to them as if gay men have no control of their desires. They believe that men are wired with strong sexual urges, but unlike a female admirer, a gay man might actually be able to physically overpower them. But bearing this view is an admission that all men are helpless to their sexuality. Or does it become okay if the objects of their uncontrollable urges are women? Does it make it "normal" when men harass women instead of men?
The fear of the predatory gay man is the closest men will get to the fear constantly felt by women who have to fight off unwanted advances daily. It's true what they say that you're not really afraid of gay men, but just afraid a man will treat you the way you treat women. You're afraid that a man who has the physical ability to force himself on you will do so on a whim. Congratulations! You’ve just described the fear women face in their daily lives.
False generalizations
Of course, there are gay men who are overly pushy about their desires and enjoy teasing men about wanting them sexually, just like there are many straight men who do this to women. Men constantly chase women, harass them and sexually assault them, but this is not a reason to fear all men in general, right? Just like there are many straight men who respect women and would never force them against their wishes, most gay men pursue romantic and sexual prospects in a mature and sensitive manner.
Do unto others
The next time you encounter a gay man and fear that this person (who has never wronged you) will pursue you sexually, ask yourself the following things:
1. How would you feel if every woman you meet feels you will rape them? When you are suspicious of every bakla you meet, this is how you're treating them.
2. What qualities make you completely irresistible that gay men have to pursue you? Are you that incredibly hot that they would risk a violent reaction just to touch you? It might be time for a mirror.
3. As a straight man, do you have some taste in women and practice restraint, or do you fondle each one you see? Gay men are just as picky, reserved, and as hesitant as you are when it comes to women, unless of course you do not have these qualities.
4. Are you afraid that being flattered by a man's attention instead of reacting violently to it makes you gay? You are not gay until you enjoy sex with men, and assaulting men doesn’t mean you’re not. Is it absolutely impossible to simply decline politely, the way you would if you were pursued by a woman who isn't your type?
5. How would you feel if women had a plan of violence against you if you simply looked their way? You are right - it's incredibly paranoid, baseless, and an outright obsession. Check who actually has a physical need to hurt someone, because it might just be you.
Things seem to drastically shift when one places themselves in the shoes of others, or when one reverses the roles and treats homosexuals as people just like you with valid desires and needs. Gay men exist all around you, and they're not just the ones you can pinpoint and avoid. Contrary to popular opinion, gay people actually know where to find consensual sex. We are not these sex-starved uncontrollable perverts in your mind.
So the next time you think gay people keep coming on to you, try not to flatter yourself. We do have some taste, and we get what we need without much effort from other consenting adults, and mostly from our kind. Consider too that your paranoia may be a reflection of your secret desires. That bakla is not out to get you, no more than you are out to force yourself on every woman around.
Vilma Santos is among the 422 Officials Asked to Leave Their Posts
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In a press conference, Comelec chairman Sixto Brillantes Jr said these officials either failed to submit their Statement of Election Contributions and Expenditures (SOCE), did not personally sign the SOCE, or did not use the prescribed SOCE form.
Among those that have been asked to step down are Pampanga Representative Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Muntinlupa Representative Rodolfo Biazon, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos, Pasay City Mayor Tony Calixto, and Pangasinan Governor Amado Espino.
"We are just complying with the law," said Brillantes.
"Alam na naman nila ito, pero hindi naman sila sumusunod," added Brilantes. (They are aware of this, but they do not follow the law.)
In defense of Vilma
In a statement, Senator Ralph Recto defended his wife and Governor Vilma Santos, saying that the Batangas Comelec officer was "shocked and surprised" by the Comelec order. Recto said the Batangas governor filed her SOCE on June 6, earlier than the deadline, using the Comelec prescribed form. "We followed all laws, rules and regulations," he said.
Recto also said they have a "certificate of compliance dated June 6 from Comelec Batangas that we complied."
Recto said they reviewed "just now all the documents we filed and we do not see any mistakes." If there were mistakes spotted, the Comelec should have informed them, Recto argued, so that they could have rectified any error, "if there’s any."
In addition, there are 39 candidates from the Nacionalista Party, 31 from the Nationalist People's Coalition, 29 from the opposition United Nationalist Alliance, and 17 from Lakas-CMD. 33 of the violators were independent candidates.
The order has been sent to the House of Representatives and the Department of the Interior and Local Government for implementation.
According to Republic Act 7166, all candidates, winning or losing, have to submit their Statement of Election Contributions and Expenses 30 days after the polls. Section 14 states that, "No person elected to any public office shall enter upon the duties of his office until he has filed the statement of contributions and expenditures herein required."
Once they comply with the proper filing of SOCEs, they will be reinstated to their respective offices.
The composition of non-compliant elected officials are as follows:
4 governors
1 vice governor
12 provincial board members
20 House representatives
26 city and municipal vice mayors
35 city and municipal vice governors
324 city and municipal councilors
PCIJ's report listed 1 assemblyman from the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) who was not included in the Comelec's breakdown.
People Who Never Expected to be Models But Results are Gorgeous
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GMA7 Issues 'Fat Notice' to Unfit Talents
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Just how important is fitness among actors in the industry? Looks like in both television and movies, actors under network management do not have a choice regarding decisions about their bodies.
While a friend was having dinner yesterday, she saw and had small talk with actor Sid Lucero. She asked him about his projects and what is keeping him busy lately. He intimated to her that he is not as busy as he used to be. Right now, he is bent on working to lose the extra poundage to stay relevant and visible in the industry.
He told her that he was issued a memo by his GMA7 Management that he had to lose weight and be fit or else he would not be given projects. No sane actor would challenge such an order if he wants to survive, literally and figuratively.
If I remember it right, his cousin, Geoff Eigenmann was also given the same order by the management when he looked like he could no longer control himself getting big horizontally. He just had to do it - or he would be jobless.
A few months after, Geoff emerged and surprised everyone with his new buff and muscled body – plus a more handsome look, to boot. Not long after, he gets visible on television again.
Looks like Sid is next in line to hit the gym, too. Good for him, this is a win-win challenge. You get to be fit and look good – then happy all the way to the bank.
Having fun while having funds, so they say. Cheers!
Jessy Mendiola's Maria Mercedes Not Doing As Well
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The show which stars pretty and hot actress, Jessy Mendiola, opposite hunk actors Jake Cuenca and Jason Abalos, has been having a rough time sailing and proving itself among the other successful teleseryes of ABS-CBN network. Critics say that casting seems to be one of the show's major dilemmas – pointing out that there is just no chemistry among the players. Viewers quip that cast are mismatched in the roles assigned to them.
People behind the show's publicity, one of them, Eric John Salut, has supposedly been trying to give the show more oomph and excitement through various gimmicks possible – or publicity stunt, to be more accurate.
Hence the Jessy Mendiola video with ace UAAP cagers, Jeric and Jeron Teng, has started going viral. The video, recorded inside a popular fast food restaurant, (with Jeron introducing what the video was all about) shows Mendiola clad in a red figure-hugging, sexy outfit walking towards the direction of the shocked Jeric who was eating, sat down in front of him and tried to tease the cager.
Jessy, who is the current endorser of the fast food giant, became the hot topic that trended online for a day after the video, produced by the fast food chain went viral.
We hope that this gimmick, for all its worth, can help alleviate the disappointing showing of Maria Mercedes.
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Thursday, December 12, 2013
She Must Not Give Up
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VP who is regarded as a role model of her generation is every parents' dream daughter and any sibling's dream sister. She is a girl every man dreams to bring to his mother. But inspite of VP's enviable status in showbiz, the public believes that there is something she continues to be deprived of – the chance to take charge of her own life and decisions.
Some of her fans and followers hope that VP - the poor, little, rich… and very good girl - will one day rise up to be independent and end up with her Prince happily ever after - just like the princesses from fairy tales.
The very desirable VP has led a sheltered and complicated life. She is definitely a big blessing to her family who to this day continues to protect her like a delicate gem. Her Guardian HG has long been a permanent presence all her life, often getting the ire for her over protectiveness of VP.
After having been "linked" to several attractive men in the industry, VP has yet to get that stamp of approval from HG. As is commonly known, VP's guy admirers are intimidated by HG who has acquired a frightening label for them – as attested to by those who were allegedly 'junked' by HG.
But contrary to public perception, HG has reportedly loosened up her tight grip on VP. Yes, after going through a lot of storms in their personal lives, HG is now reportedly cool to the idea of granting VP's cherished wish. In fact HG already has a Talented Actor TA she favors for VP. But something is holding her back.
The very conservative HG is not sold to the idea of showbiz's merry-go-round of relationships, aka exchanging partners. It is common knowledge that TA falls on this category having been an ex-lover of sensual actress, who is now the present girl of handsome actor who was previously linked to VP… uh oh! To HG and the rest of her family, this does not augur well for VP's image and status in the industry which they guard like a precious jewel. Definitely, a no no in good PR.
" It is the plain women who know about love; the beautiful women are too busy being fascinating." ~ Katharine Hepburn
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