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Have you spotted the giant chickens along EDSA?

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Traversing the usual EDSA traffic can easily turn travel into an irritating driving experience. And as the sea of red lights becomes the highlight of the day, motorists can’t help but to look for something that could ease their frustration. EDSA fixtures that have people smiling as they drive by are giant, inflatable chicken installations courtesy of Bounty Fresh.

Bounty Fresh giant chicken installations along EDSA
These towering, cute, and cuddly chicken giants have surprised and brought smiles to motorists and onlookers in SM North EDSA in Quezon City and in EDSA-Magallanes (south bound) where amused netizens have mostly captured images to share online.

Apart from serving as a respite from the usual glaring billboards along EDSA, the giant inflatable chicken installations also emphasizes the “Laking Farmfresh” thrust of Bounty Fresh. With the brand, customers are assured of superior-quality chickens that have been raised in clean, spacious, and well-ventilated hatcheries and farms.

With the giant chickens gaining positive traction among the public, motorists can’t help but wonder if there will be more inflatable chickens surprising more people along EDSA and other major thoroughfares. Because regardless of how peculiar they may look, the Bounty Fresh installations have served as a welcome, refreshing sight to anyone stuck on the road.


GMA introduces their newest loveteams: DaveLind & JayRa

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GMA newest loveteams: DaveLind & JayRa
GMA newest loveteams: DaveLind & JayRa


In a blogcon held at Caffe Pascucci, the GMA Artist Center introduced their newest pair of loveteams that we should watch out for: DaveLind is composed of One Up's Dave Bornea and Lindsay de Vera, while JayRa has One Up's Jay Arcilla & Arra San Agustin, who are both from GMA's reality star search show, Starstruck.


Meet GMA Artist Center's newest loveteams: DaveLind & JayRa







On competition with some of the popular loveteams, they believe that each is unique and has something to offer to their fans. When asked of their favorite loveteam, both couples are actually looking up to GMA's most popular loveteam-turned-real-life couple, DongYan composed of Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera. Although it's too early to tell though, and the fact they they are all still young, they are not thinking of getting into something more serious beyond their pair ups. Instead, they want to focus more on their career especially now that they've been given this break.

Of course, a loveteam won't be as effective if there's no connection. Luckily, these two pairs have known and been together for quite sometime already. JayRa started both in Starstruck while DaveLind have attended workshops together where the management saw their potential as a couple. They also got the chance to know each other personally and here's what they have to say about their partners:








Being given this opportunity in their career, the couples are very grateful and promised to do their best to prove to everyone that they are truly deserving of this big break. Will they be able to keep up with some of the popular loveteams that has now dominated the showbiz industry? That is for us to find out in their upcoming projects.
DaveLind: Dave Bornea & Lindsay de Vera
DaveLind: Dave Bornea & Lindsay de Vera
For now, you may catch DaveLind in GMA's newest TV series, Alyas Robin Hood. Dave is playing the role of Julian Balbuena, Maggie’s second child and Dean’s half-brother, and Lindsay is Lizzy de Jesus, Pepe’s niece and a daughter to Caloy and Judy. Alyas Robin Hood runs from Monday to Friday on GMA Telebabad, right after Encantadia.

JayRa: Jay Arcilla & Arra San Agustin
JayRa: Jay Arcilla & Arra San Agustin

JayRa, on the other hand, is set to hit your TV screens in their upcoming rom-com series, Usapang Real Love (URL). Arra will be playing the role of Meg, the ex-girlfriend of Andre Paras' character, while Jay is playing the role of Kristoff, a guy who has a hidden admiration to his bestfriend, Ella (portrayed by Mikee Quintos). As of now, there's just limited information that the two can share let's just watch out for it real soon.

Here's the full interview of DaveLind and JayRa:




PETA Theater Center presents Vincent de Jesus' Changing Partners

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The PETA Theater Center houses Vincent De Jesus’ newest production, CHANGING PARTNERS, a torch musical that explores the alchemy of relationships and  questions the nature of fidelity and the complex issues partners face regardless of gender.

Opening at the PETA Theater Center in October, CHANGING PARTNERS is an intimate peek inside Cris and Alex’s challenging May-December relationship. Though most people would glance skeptically at May-December romances, they also accept them, depending on the couple’s gender and who gets to be ‘December’ and who gets to be ‘May’.

THE WRITING PROCESS

CHANGING PARTNERS was a staged-reading entry for the 2016 Virgin Labfest last July. A multi-awarded composer and writer, De Jesus has lent his talent to many theater productions and movies in his 33 years in the arts, including the PETA’s hit musicals Skin Deep, Juan Tamad, Batang Rizal and Care Divas. 

“Many of my works for theater are commissioned pieces. Producers give me a theme and I work around that theme. Zsazsa Zaturnnah was a musical theater adaptation of Carlo Vergara’s highly popular graphic novel. Himala The Musical was a musical theater adaptation of the Ishmael Bernal’s highly-acclaimed movie. Most of my PETA productions required a lot of research because of the company’s many advocacies like Children’s Rights and Women’s Rights. You have to arm yourself with facts and information. You can’t just wing through topics like that.” But this piece is obviously a very personal project for him. Does that mean no research was required? “I’ve lived it. I know the topic very well,” he said, smiling.

It was his friend and mentor, the late Palanca Awards Hall of Famer and Writers Bloc moderator Rene Villanueva, who pushed him to write more. 

“I used to write only when I have the time or when I’m commissioned to write an original material. Rene told me that I should just keep on writing because ‘a writer writes’. That’s what a writer does. He writes. So now, even when I’m not commissioned to write a play, I write. Poetry. Song lyrics. One-act plays. Full-length plays.”

His most personal works focused mostly on LGBT issues, from classic coming out stories of self-acceptance to gay bullying. CHANGING PARTNERS is his first piece that weaves heterosexual and LGBT relationships in the most unpredictable way possible.

His inspiration for the play’s form and content stems from watching a theater rehearsal. 

“There I was, watching a run through. The male lead was absent. Naturally, the stage manager, who’s lesbian, read his part. It was a scene between a husband and his wife. The energy and dynamics of the scene felt completely different because of the fact that it was being read by two women. Very interesting, I thought. I could write a musical using this form --- one couple, played in different genders.”

Why call it a torch musical? 

“A torch song is a love song, a very sentimental love song. The singer usually tells a story about an unrequited love or a dying love or a lost love. The term comes from the saying, ‘to carry a torch for someone’, or to keep aflame the light of an unrequited love. Hashtag walang forever. Torch is not a music genre but more of a way of singing, a singing style which focuses more on the words and emotions rather than the melody of the song. That’s how I wrote the songs of the musical --- they are more ‘felt’ than ‘performed’.”

De Jesus did not only draw inspiration from his own experiences but also from people close to him as well. 

“I would go out with my dear friends and I would read them a few pages and get their opinion. I love it when they say, ‘That’s my story.’ They were very generous in discussing some issues and would share their own stories. They were very helpful. Through this musical, I hope to shed light into the fragile nuances of a relationship, the concept of fidelity and honesty, and the tension brought about by age gap and sexual politics.”





A STELLAR TEAM

Truly a passion project, De Jesus personally called up talented theater friends to join him in staging this production. The musical is directed by Rem Zamora, recently cited for his outstanding direction for Red Turnip’s Constellations in the 2016 Midyear Philstage Gawad Buhay Awards. Lighting design is by Ian Torqueza, also cited for his outstanding lighting design for PETA’s 3 Stars and A Sun.

The musical features an ensemble of accomplished theater, film and television actors composed of Agot Isidro, Jojit Lorenzo, Anna Luna and Sandino Martin.

Agot Isidro

Jojit Lorenzo

Anna Luna

Sandino Martin

But the real man of the hour is De Jesus who wrote the book, libretto and music for the play. He will also play his compositions live on the piano while the cast shed their emotional armor and sing their torch songs onstage.



CHANGING PARTNERS will have its limited run at the PETA Theater Center Studios on September 30, October 1 and 2 and on October 21, 22 and 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices are Php800 (Regular) and Php1000 (VIP). Book your tickets through Ticketworld or directly at the venue. You may also call (725) 6244 or (0927) 3917379 for inquiries and reservations.




HOOQ Hangouts with Piolo Pascual

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Instead of braving the severe traffic brought by the heavy rains last Friday, I opted to just spend it by joining the HOOQ Hangouts held at the Globe Iconic Store in BGC.


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With my HOOQ Hangouts buddies: Rodel Flordeliz and Earth Rullan (Photo Credits: Rodel Flordeliz)
HOOQ Hangouts is a free-of-charge event showcasing blockbuster movies in the biggest outdoor cinema venue at the Globe Iconic Entertainment Zone in BGC. Aside from the movie, participants also get to enjoy on-ground activities, free popcorn, and some raffle prizes. 

For the second HOOQ Hangouts, #LovePinoy was the theme where they featured Piolo Pascual and Angelica Panganiban's movie, Every Breath U Take. It's a story about a girl named Majoy who relies so much on signs in finding her true love. She later on crossed paths with a playboy named Leo whom she experienced the signs she wished for. Her pursuance totally changed the latter's outlook on love and relationship. 

Every Breath U Take starring Piolo Pascual and Angelica Panganiban
“With the start of the –Ber months everyone is expecting the weather to be a bit colder, so we chose a romantic comedy that’s guaranteed to rekindle that warm fuzzy feeling and make our subscribers feel some Pinoy Love,” says Jane Cruz-Walker, Country Manager of HOOQ Philippines.

The movie isn't just the highlight of the night. The venue was jampacked because the star of the movie himself, Piolo Pascual, dropped by and welcomed everyone to the event.




A video posted by @EDnything (@ednything) on

Here's pretty much what happened during the 2nd HOOQ Hangouts:





If you're up for more Pinoy movies and tv series, sign up at www.hooq.tv now and enjoy thousands of your favorite local content from ABS-CBN, Regal Films, Viva, and GMA via streaming or download. Globe customers may also get free access to HOOQ with selected GoSURF mobile data plans and as well as Broadband Plan 1299 and up. 

See you on the next HOOQ Hangouts!



Acer Aspire S7: The World's Thinnest Laptop with a Powerhouse Specs

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Acer Aspire S series
Acer Aspire S series

Laptop is just one of the most essential devices anyone can and should have nowadays for its mobility and functionality. As a blogger and a worker that holds an on-call position in a company, owning a laptop is very convenient because I can work anywhere and anytime I want or, should I say, need to. But, of course, carrying a laptop around isn't fun at all especially if it's bulky and heavy and you have to bear the inefficient commuting and traffic situation in the metro. 

What I want for my laptop is a set of powerhouse specs that will suit my needs and is housed in a really compact body for easy carrying. And I think I already found what it in this so-called "world's thinnest laptop".

Acer, one of the leading laptop manufacturers, launched its latest models of elegant-looking and advanced hardware-packed notebook, the Aspire S series. The new Acer Aspire S series boasts its three main models: the S3, S5, and S7. 

Acer Aspire S7
Acer Aspire S7


Considered to be the world's thinnest laptop, the Acer Aspire S7 is just 9.98mm ultra-thin and weighs 1.125kg. Of course, the size shouldn't sacrifice its functionality and the S7 is definitely built for the hardworking class. Inside the all-metal chassis is the 7th generation Intel Core i5-7Y54 processor equipped with an LPDDR3 SDRAM enabling it to transfer data twice as much faster with very low power consumption and less heat. 

Using an Intel HD Graphics 615 on a 13.3" display with IPS technology, plus the Acer CineCrystal LED-backlit TFT LCD, this laptop will sure do give you those flawless graphics at a full HD 1920x1080 resolution. 

The Acer Aspire S7 is also packed with an HD webcam, ultra-fast wireless technology, Bluetooth 4.0 wireless connectivity, and a USB Type-C port that also supports DisplayPort.

Acer Aspire S3
Acer Aspire S3

Moreover, the Acer Aspire series also carries a wider range of specifications perfect for heavy users. Both S3 and S5 runs on an Intel Core processor with Intel HD Graphics 520 card that supports OpenGL 4.4, OpenCLTM 2.0, and Microsoft DirectX 12. It comes with a built-in 512GB SSD enough for your data storage. S3 and S5, on top of Acer Aspire S series' ultra-fast connectivity, also features a gigabit ethernet, it's a wake-on-LAN ready, and can get you going to up to 12 hours of usage with it's improved battery life.

Acer Aspire S5
Acer Aspire S5

To know more about the S series notebook, you may visit www.acer.com.ph.

Fun Day Family Day at the opening of Baskin-Robbins Bonifacio High Street

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Baskin-Robbins, the world’s most beloved ice cream brand, spreads more happiness as it opens its 14th branch at B8, Bonifacio High Street, Taguig, delighting ice cream lovers around the metro.

During its opening last October 1, everyone were treated with a special one-time offer where all junior scoops can be enjoyed for only P31. Waffle Wonderland and Fundae Sundae booths were set up at the event area where guests flocked and lined up for their scoop of pure goodness. 

Aside from satisfying everyone's sweet tooth cravings, there were also freebies and fun activities that kids and kids-at-heart enjoyed. The UP Dance Company entertained everyone with their lively performance, kids got the chance to meet and pose with Baskin-Robbins mascot, wore their favorite characters through the face painting activity, and guests got to bring home a piece of this memorable and fun event from the photo printing booth. It was indeed a fun day family day for everyone who joined the opening of Baskin-Robbins Bonifacio High Street branch. 







Of course, I did have fun too and satisfied my sweet tooth cravings with my 3-scoop tub of Mint Chocolate Chip, Cotton Candy Wonderland, and Maui Brownie Madness ice cream!

  
“There has been a lot of anticipation for the opening of this branch so we are looking forward to bringing our extensive flavor variety and fun factor to the lively Bonifacio High Street area. Guests can expect to enjoy their usual favorites plus a whole range of new and exciting flavors.” shares Michael Dargani, President of IceDream Inc., exclusive licensee of Baskin-Robbins in the Philippines.
The next time you crave for sweets, make sure you drop by Baskin-Robbins' newest branch located at B8 Bonifacio High Street in Taguig. You may also avail exciting promos from any of these branches: Baskin-Robbins Uptown Place Mall, Central Square and SM Aura in Bonifacio Global City; Greenbelt 5 and Glorietta 2 and 5 in Makati; 2/F SM North, SM North The Block, Fairview Terraces and TriNoma Mall in Quezon City; SM Southmall in Las Pinas; SM Dasmariñas in Cavite and Solenad in Sta Rosa, Laguna. 

For more updates, check out www.baskinrobbins.ph or its social media accounts: facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph, Twitter, and Instagram @baskinrobbinsph. 




5 Ways to Love Mondays

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Whether you love them or you hate them, Mondays are inevitable. They confirm the end of the weekend and mark the start of the work week for everyone. No one can escape them. Constantly finding ways to pour happy for its customers, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® has partnered with a few rare individuals who love Mondays to provide five surefire ways to see the first day of the work week in a new light. 

Lilianna Manahan

Know your purpose. Industrial designer and founder of design company Studio Magee Lilianna Manahan has gained international recognition for her imaginative art. Achieving success in the creative industry requires long hours of disciplined work, as well as a constant search for artistic inspiration. Manahan meets this challenge every Monday by frequently returning to her purpose. "A fellow designer told me he 'renews his contract' every year with God — his ultimate boss — so that he knows what he is doing is where God wants him. I do the same. Whether I'm on an early morning road trip to check on samples, or concentrating on drawing my home accessories and sipping on tea, work is such a delight and an adventure because I know this what He wants for me!" 



Alex Eduque

Set goals that help others. Founder of MovEd and social entrepreneur Alex Eduque remains true to her purpose by doing work she knows will positively impact the lives of others. "I consider myself blessed to be able to do something for the benefit of the greater good, on a daily basis. I am truly grateful that I'm able to live my life in a meaningful manner, pursuing my passions and forging creative collaborations. No matter how tough the going gets, the fulfillment I gain in what I do is unparalleled. I encourage everyone to find that spark of inspiration in the little things—like your favorite cup of tea to start your day with—that make up your daily grind. This is what will turn your Monday blues around for the better, forever." 



Harvey Tolibao

Be positive. Internationally recognized comic artist Harvey Tolibao started his career drawing on paper napkins. He has come a long way since then, now working with the biggest names in the industry, Marvel and DC Comics.  He attributes his success to meeting Mondays with positivity. “I feel privileged to be able work with the comic greats. I make start my week with optimism and a delicious cup of tea to get my creative juices for fresh ideas. I always aspire to take my artistry to a higher level. Many people don't get excited for Mondays, but not me. As an illustrator, I look forward to Mondays because they signify a fresh start and an opportunity for me to fine-tune my work. ” 





Aly Borromeo

Decide to love what you do. Renowned football player Aly Borromeo always looks forward to Mondays because he loves his grind.  “Football has always been my passion and I am lucky to be able to keep playing for this sport.  I always make sure that I am physically and mentally at my best in all trainings and matches. That is why starting the week strong is a GOAL I always try to win. A cup of tea from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® doesn’t hurt either.”  While excelling at any sport is no easy feat, the decision to love one’s work no matter what challenges arise spells the difference between a successful sportsman and a mediocre one. 





Michelline Syjuco



Find beauty in the ordinary. Multi-media artist, designer and sculptor Michelline Syjuco is constantly searching for beauty, no matter where she is or what she is doing. For her, creativity is a lot about perspective. “I was born into a family of artists, so creativity is in my blood. Making something beautiful out of seemingly ordinary and mundane things is my life's passion. That’s probably why Mondays always excite me. That, and a cup of tea!”








As a brand that constantly seeks to inspire, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® invites its customers to celebrate #MondaysMadeBetter. By encouraging them to learn from the stories and advice of these 5 extraordinary individuals, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® shows that it is possible to start the work week on a high note and that loving Mondays can truly make a difference in one’s life. 

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Your Voice Is Your Password: Citi introduces Voice Biometrics

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Identity theft has been a serious problem especially in the banking industry. We've heard several frustrating stories like unauthorized withdrawals on bank accounts and charges on credit cards. If you have experienced any of these, trust me, I know and understand the hassle and frustration you've gone through in dealing with the issue.

Banks have been working so hard to alleviate such concerns. And starting this October, a groundbreaking authentication process will be rolled out across Asia to improve the security of phone banking.

Citi, the country's largest foreign bank, is introducing Voice Biometrics in the Philippines. Forget about passwords or personal identification numbers. Simply put:

Your Voice Is Now Your Password


With the announcement of this newest innovation, Citi's more than one million clients in the country can already enroll in Voice Biometrics and let their voices be the means for authentication of their phone banking transactions.
"We are proud of our strong track record in innovation, and we are delighted to once again take the lead in introducing a game changer in the banking industry. We are relentlessly focused on making it more convenient for our customers to bank with us. Voice Biometrics will deliver convenience and addition protection for their accounts" said Citi Philippines CEO Aftad Ahmed
The voice biometrics technology makes use of voice prints, which is unique to every individual just like fingerprints, in identifying the client's identity. Even twins and triplets have unique voice prints.

During the launch, Citi did a demo of how the new voice biometrics works. First, a guest was called infront to enroll his voice biometrics for his Citi account. The enrollment process is very easy. The client has to call the Citi hotline, then the agent will send a PIN to the client's phone and have him transferred to the system and he/she has to answer few questions while his voice is being recorded. Watch the video below on how it's done:



With the voice biometrics system, the verification process has significantly reduced from the usual average time of around 45 seconds to just 15 seconds. From the answering of the call to knowing the concern of the client, the voice is already being verified and will immediately inform the agent whether he/she is actually speaking to the account holder or not.

Tessa Prieto-Valdez has already registered her voice print before and, during the event, she tried calling the hotline and check if her voice will be recognized:







Security is and would probably the main concern of account members. What if someone imitates the client's voice? What if the client is sick and his/her voice changed? What if someone recorded the voice of the client? All these and other possible scenarios have been proved tested for years. We've seen a demo of someone pretending to be the account holder. Here's what happened:


To date, voice biometrics authentication has been implemented in Taiwan, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Malaysia. It will be rolled out throughout the region in 2016 and 2017 to cover all 12 of Citi's consumer banking markets in Asia Pacific that represent more than half of the bank's 19 consumer markets globally. 




Supergirl Season Two is exclusively available on HOOQ starting this October!

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In Season One, we've known how Supergirl escaped planet Krypton and came to Earth to look after her cousin, Superman. Raised by her foster parents, Jeremiah and Eliza Danvers, with her foster sister, Alex, she lived a normal life as Kara Danvers until she realized that she could use her powers for a greater cause. As Kara, she worked at CatCo as Cat Grant's assistant whilst secretly protecting the people, battling crimes and villains as Supergirl with the help of her friends, Winn Schott and James Olsen.

In the upcoming Season Two, Supergirl is gonna be back and, this time, it's gonna be more awesome with Superman on her side!

Yup! If you're one of those who've been wanting to see Supergirl in a fight together with Superman, the long wait is over because it is finally happening! In Season Two, Kara leaves the safety of being Cat Grant's assistant and will try her luck as a reporter. As Supergirl, she'll continue to work at DEO and will team up with her cousin, Superman, to battle new villains, as she strives to balance her personal life with her life as a superhero. 

Supergirl (played by Melissa Benoist) with Superman (played by Tyler Hoechlin)
Supergirl Season Two is going to be exclusively available on HOOQ starting this October. 

If you don't have HOOQ yet, you may sign up today for a 7-day free trial on www.HOOQ.tv. Globe subscribers, both mobile and home broadband, can get up to 90 days HOOQ subscription with selected GoSurf plans. You may also subscribe to HOOQ with a monthly subscription fee of P149 charged directly to your Globe bill. To do that, just text HOOQ149 to 8888.









Tanghalang Ateneo stages Anna Ziegler's Boy

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Who were you, who are you and who will you become? How much of you did you decide for yourself? 

Tanghalang Ateneo, the longest-running theater company of the Loyola schools of the Ateneo de Manila University opens its 38th season: De/Constructing Narratives with Boy, a thought-provoking new play by award-winning American playwright Anna Ziegler. This will go onstage at the Ateneo de Manila’s Black Box Theater (Fine Arts Annex) on October 19-November 12.



The play, which just had its world premiere produced by Keen Company in New York City earlier this year, is translated into Filipino by Guelan Varela-Luarca and directed by Ed Lacson, Jr. Tanghalang Ateneo’s production of this play not only serves as its Philippine premiere but is also its first international staging and the first one produced outside of the original New York City production.

Boy is a story of self-realization and gender identity, a journey to find one’s self amidst doubt and confusion. The play follows the life of Adam Turner who, as a new-born baby, had an unfortunate medical accident resulting in his parents deciding to raise him as a girl upon the advice of a renowned psychologist. As Adam grows older, his confusion about who he is and what he wants to become in life becomes more and more apparent that his parents eventually decide to reveal to him his biological gender. The discovery leads Adam to re-create himself, severing all communication with his psychologist.

Cholo Ledesma as Adam
Cholo Ledesma plays this challenging title role.

Teroy de Guzman as Dr. Barnes
Teroy Guzman plays Dr. Wendell Barnes, Adam’s psychologist. Passionate about his work and ideals, Dr. Barnes has trouble looking past his own intentions to see the tragic consequences of his actions.

Camilly Abaya as Jenny




Camille Abaya plays Jenny, Adam’s love interest. A down-to-earth, single mother, Jenny is confused about Adam’s temperament and his relentless persistence in wanting to pursue a relationship with her.

Mayen Estañero as Trudy
Wenah Nagales as Trudy

Mayen Estañero and Wenah Nagales alternate as Trudy, Adam’s mother. Like all mothers, Trudy has always tried to look out for the best interests of her child but is undone by her desperation to find an immediate solution to a life-altering problem.

Juliene Mendoza as Doug
Juliene Mendoza plays Doug, Adam’s father. Often absent because of work, Doug leaves the responsibility of raising Adam to Dr. Barnes and Trudy, with terrible consequences.

A nominee for the 2016 Outer Critics Circle John Gassner Award, Boy was inspired by a real-life psychological case study conducted in the U.S. from the late ‘60s to the early ‘90s. This study, commonly referred to as the case of “Dr. Money And The Boy With No Penis,” is about a botched circumcision that leads to the child’s parents seeking the help of renowned sexologist Dr. John Money who agrees to the counseling of the child in exchange for conducting the study.



Indulge in the chocolatey goodness of Griffin's chocolate biscuits

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Coffee and chocolate is just one of my favorite comfort food combinations. The sweetness of the chocolate perfectly compliments the strong bold taste of black coffee. And in this cold bed weather, I think I have just found yet another item that'll definitely be included in my list of cravings. 

Brought in the country by Universal Robina Corporation, New Zealand's favorite biscuit, Griffin's, is introducing a range of premium chocolate biscuits that the Filipino market will surely love.

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Griffin's comes in four different variants:

TOFFEE DELIGHTS is a rich sweet biscuit topped with creamy caramel coated with either milk chocolate or dark chocolate. Your choice. I prefer the dark chocolate. The bitterness of the dark chocolate balances the sweet combination of biscuit and caramel filling. 

The CHIT CHAT, which is my favorite of all four, is a chocolate biscuit sandwich with chocolate cream filling covered in real milk chocolate.

And the SQUIGGLES, a milk chocolate coated biscuit with honeycomb cream and honeycomb pieces. The crunch in every bite is what sets it apart from the other flavors.

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Griffin's was founded by John Griffin and has been New Zealand's number 1 snack favorite for years now. The company has just expanded its market across Asia has been successfully introduced to Singapore and Hong Kong biscuit lovers. 

Now that they're in the country, every Filipino can indulge and delight in the chocolatey goodness of Griffin's Toffee Delights, Chit Chat, and Squiggles. Griffin's is now available in all leading supermarkets and select Ministop stores nationwide.



Ryza Cenon and Martin del Rosario talks about their QCinema 2016 entry, Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B

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Ryza Cenon and Martin del Rosario stars in Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B
Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B is an official entry to this year's QCinema International Film Festival featuring GMA Artist Center's Ryza Cenon and Martin del Rosario. It is a modern retelling of the traditional manananggal story I often see in a movie. 

Ryza plays the role of Jewel, a young woman living alone in the city who later on finds out the truth about her being a mananaggal. Her secret is what kept her aloof and away from the people around her until she met Martin's character, Nico. 

Nico, on the other hand, is a man who feels unloved. The movie showed his caring love for his grandmother (played by Vangie Labalan) and his struggles of winning back his ex-girlfriend. He eventually fell for Jewel who was always there for him during tough times.



In an interview, Ryza revealed that her being manananggal isn't something that she wants but rather an inheritance from her mother that she can't restrain from happening. I loved how her evolution from a fine lady to a manananggal was shown in the movie. The transition was so flawless. Just don't expect to see a winged creature until the end of the film.

On her sex scenes in the movie, Ryza didn't have any hesitations in going all out since she felt the need for it. Actually, she cried all her nervousness out because she doesn't want the production to think twice in doing the scenes. If you've seen the movie, I'm sure you'll agree that the scenes turned out to be professionally done and wasn't just added to tease and tickle the minds of the audience.

Overall, the film is not the typical horror movie I was expecting. It is rather a different love story that's modern and artistically crafted. The cinematography was stunning, the musical scoring was spot on, and the acting and direction was well executed.

Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B was written by Jen Chuaunsu and directed by Prime Cruz.

More secrets about the movie revealed in this video:









HOOQ Hangouts Presents Monster House

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Halloween is going to get a lot “Sp-HOOQ-ier” this year as HOOQ HANGOUTS treats kids of all ages to the biggest outdoor cinema event this Friday, October 21, 2016 starting at 3:00pm at the Bonifacio Global City Ampitheater.


This month, HOOQ pulls out one animated classic from its giant cauldron of child-friendly titles that captures the mood of the scary season. 


It’s a Halloween night and all the kids are busy preparing their costumes for a night of trick-or-treating, but what if you live in a neighbourhood where the scariest thing are not the ghosts and monsters but the house that eats trespassers.  

Are you ready to enter the MONSTER HOUSE?


Monster House
D.J. Walters has a particularly overactive imagination--even for a 12-year old on Hallow’s Eve. He is convinced that his haggard and crabby neighbor Horace Nebbercracker, who terrorizes all the neighborhood kids, is responsible for Mrs. Nebbercracker's mysterious disappearance. Add to that, any toy that touches Nebbercracker's property, promptly disappears, swallowed up by the cavernous house in which Horace lives. 

D.J. has seen it with his own eyes! But no one believes him, not even his best friend, Chowder. What everyone does not know is D.J. is not imagining things. Everything he's seen is absolutely true and it's about to get much worse than anything D.J could have imagined!


Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 79th Academy Awards, MONSTER HOUSE reunites Robert Zemeckis and Steven Spielberg—since Back to the Future Part III and the first time the legendary Hollywood icons both served as executive producers of a film.





“Halloween is an exciting time to be kid, with all the costumes and the free candy, so for this month, HOOQ Hangouts is bringing the all the treats to them. It’s also a great way to showcase the kind of kid friendly content we have at HOOQ, says Jane Cruz-Walker, Country Manager of HOOQ Philippines.

“And with our new mobile app interface, #KidsOnHOOQ can easily find family-friendly movies such as the full Harry Potter library, Ella Enchanted, Where the Wild Things Are, and Dolphin Tale. And stay tuned during this HOOQ Hangouts we reveal a whole new set of content partners and additions to our kids catalog.”

Kids in costume will receive FREE Halloween treats and get the chance to win special prizes - like Best in Sp-HOOQ-y Costume! 



HOOQ Hangouts in cooperation with Samsung will regularly showcase blockbusters and all-time favorites through several massive LED screens at the Globe Iconic Entertainment Zone, transforming the BGC Amphitheater into a free outdoor cinema venue.  Viewers can use beanbags, blankets and cushions to enjoy the featured shows, participate in on-ground games and entertainment and munch on snacks from partner food concessionaires.  

HOOQ is Asia’s largest video-on-demand service hosting over 10,000 movies and TV shows available for streaming or download.  Globe customers can get free access to HOOQ with selected GoSURF mobile data plans and as well as Broadband Plan 1299 and up.   Visit www.hooq.tv to sign up for a 7-day free trial. 




StarWorld reveals new shows to watch out for

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StarWorld threw a huge party last October 11, 2016 at the Valkyrie Nightclub in Bonifacio Global City to reveal their newest programs and initiatives. Hosted by Joey Mead and Tim Yap, together with FOX Network Groups' SVP/General Manager Mr. Jude Turcuato, some of the country's biggest celebrities, press people, and industry partners witnessed Asia's most beloved lifestyle channel's exciting revelations that we all can look forward to. 

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Charo Espedido, Director and Head of Marketing and Programming at FOX Networks Group Philippines, said:
“This event serves as a celebration of the successes of StarWorld. With our strong line-up of new programs and new initiatives to connect with our audiences on a digital platform, we are staying true to the claim that we are trendsetters within and outside pay TV. Our goal is to better reach our viewers with great content, and by so doing maintain our market leader status in the Philippines. We feel wonderful about sharing our successes with our industry partners, talents and the press.”

So, whether you love food, travel, music, entertainment, or just any random stuff, StarWorld has definitely something for you to enjoy. Here are some of the new and returning shows that StarWorld has in store for us:

She Said Yes

Witness the magic behind some of the country's most beautiful weddings.







The Voice Season 11

The latest season of The Voice introduces new judges - Miley Cyrus and Alicia Keys -  that brings in a refreshing feminine energy.



The Bag Hag Diaries

Follow Ingrid Chua as she brings every bag-a-holic behind the scenes on every fashion week she's been to. Drool over the different stunning bags she's featuring and hear straight from the designers, models, and celebrities she's spotted.














The Fat Kid Inside

Erwan Heussaff, one of the popular food bloggers and chef in the region, will feature some of his adventures and mouth-watering recipes in the newest season of The Fat Kid Inside.





The Girl on TV

The Girl on TV is a pop culture show featuring some of the latest trends, and the most entertaining and relevant content that every adventurous and stylish girl should know.




Taste Travels

Join Cher Tiu as she shares her experiences on her travels and foodventures in StarWorld's newest lifestyle/food show, Taste Travels.




Four Girls & A Bucket List

Four Girls and a Bucket List features four independent women living their lives and discovering cool things as they explore the wonderful islands of Indonesia. The show is hosted by four gorgeous women including Aubrey Miles, Andrea Fonseka, Patricia Gunawan, and Cara McIlroy.

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Fun interview with the cast of GMA's Sinungaling Mong Puso

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Sinungaling Mong Puso, a TV adaptation of a 1992 film with the same title that starred Vilma Santos, Gabby Concepcion, Aga Muhlach, Alice Dixson and Aiko Melendez, is a series in GMA Kapuso Network that started airing last July. The story revolves around the conflicts faced by two different couples battling for love and attention.

Before the series ended, we had a really fun chit chat with some of the casts including Rhian Ramos, Rafael Rosell, Kiko Estrada, Gee Canlas, and JC Tiuseco



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On it's last week, the cast promised an intense, hardcore, and tragic ending. While the production team did as much to stay true to the movie's ending, they had to tweak it a bit in the series to keep it still TV-friendly and appealing to the audience (but still not for the kids though).


Jolo's loyalty to Roman, Jillian's 'ideal BFF' attitude, Clara's determination to face her challenges and make each mistake a learning experience, Jason's will to fight for his love, and Roman's passion to get what he wants, to name a few, are just some the things the cast loved about their respective characters.


On the contrary, each of the cast has their own way of dealing with issues. Compared to their characters in the series, each one admitted that they would have dealt with their issues differently in real life.


And if given the chance, the cast shared how they would end the series. While some would stick to how it was done, some prefer to still have a happy ending.






What's next for the cast now that the show has concluded? Kiko is busy shooting several movies that came after getting noticed in SMP, Gee is part of GMA's sitcom A1 Ko Sa'yo and also has her own online comedy show called GeeTV, Raf is advocating for herbal medicines and will participate in upcoming veg fests in Eastwood and Lucky Chinatown, while Rhian will continue with her other shows: Taste Buddies with Solenn Heussaff, and Full Throttle with Sam YG.


If you want to watch catch up with the remaining episodes of Sinungaling Mong Puso, the series is available for viewing on HOOQ.


More revelations and kulitan moments in this full video of our interview with the cast of Sinungaling Mong Puso:








Travel in Style with World Juanderer

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Why choose beauty over quality when you can have both? When it comes to my stuff, I make sure that I'm getting my money's worth. I always consider both durability and visual appeal when buying an item. I'd rather spend a few more bucks for a quality item over something that I know won't even last long.

I do love to travel, yes! I've already invested on some things that I always bring with me during trips. And since it isn't something that I can do in a weekly nor monthly basis for now, I make sure that my travel necessities will last long until my next trip. 

Let me share with you some of these stylish must-haves that come in handy during your fun adventures around the world:

1. Passport Wallet



Your passport is your key to travelling abroad. It serves as your identification when you're out of the country that's why you always have to safe guard it at all times.

There are so many passport holders available in the market but what I love about World Juanderer's Passport Wallet is that it doesn't just protect my protect my passport, but it can also store my IDs, cards, and money at the same time. For me, It's better than having a separate wallet to be mindful of. Less worries means more time to enjoy my trip!

2. Luggage Tag



Who says a tiny item isn't as important and as functional as the others? Small as it may seem, a luggage tag is definitely a must-have whenever you travel because, I bet, you don't want to lose your stuff when you are half way across the world. Though there are so many cute tags out there that are definitely an eye-catcher, unfortunately, it isn't just the thing that should be factored in. Without the knowledge on how your things are being handled as soon as you check it in, your identification tag should be durable as well to avoid losing your stuff or have someone grab the wrong luggage. 

What I love about this World Juanderer luggage tag is that it gets to satisfy both my needs and wants in a single sophisticated tiny item. I like that it's design is so simple yet the leather finish makes it really look elegant and stylish.

3. Travel/Food Journal



If you're into documenting your trips the traditional way, this Moleskin journal sure does come in handy. Aside from the famous tourist spots that each country has to offer, food is also one of the things I always look forward to whenever I visit a place. This journal has the basics that you need to know about restaurants and it has a lot of space for you to write about your food trips and whatnots.



World Juanderer does not just offer the above must-have travel merchandises. Whether you're up for a simple trip or a luxury travel experience, they have the perfect travel package that's right within your budget. 

Check out what World Juanderer has to offer by visiting them at www.worldjuanderer.com.

What's your favorite travel must-haves?

#KidsOnHOOQ: Enjoy huge collection of kid-friendly content on HOOQ

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In one spHOOQtacular event, kids, all in their cutest and spookiest costumes, gathered for an afternoon of fun games, exciting activities, and, of course, a movie treat from HOOQ.


It is so much fun to watch all the kids enjoying the activities specially prepared for them. Everyone were so participative in the games, laughed at the puppet show, and amazed with the magic stunts brought by HOOQs special guest.












After all the tiring yet fun activities, everyone, including those that are kids-at-heart, enjoyed a movie treat from HOOQ. The kids both screamed and cheered as the main characters of the movie were chased by a haunted house in D.J. Walters' animation film, Monster House.



The 3rd HOOQ Hangouts is all about promoting HOOQ's massive collection of family-friendly titles and animated series. HOOQ inked a new set of partnerships with the biggest names in family entertainment: Nickelodeon, Kids Like Us, Hasbro, Mattel, DHX and MoMedia to bring some of the most popular kids titles into HOOQ's catalog. 

"HOOQ is committed to delivering premium content for everyone in the Filipino family, and this includes entertainment for kids. This is why we are expanding our library to have over 400 hours of kids' content over the next few weeks."

Soon, the younger kids can watch Dora the Explorer, Go Diego Go, Paw Patrol, Littlest Pet Shop, and Mr. Bean on their parents' mobile devices or tablets. Fans of Hi-5 and iCarly will also be able to revisit their favorite episodes on the series.

Multiple seasons of Avatar, the Legend of Aang, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Fairly Odd Parents, Transformers, Spongebob Squarepants, and My Little Pony, are also now being hosted in Asia's largest video on demand service.

"We are well aware that home viewing among young families is largely driven by children, and this addition of this huge chunk of family-friendly content truly makes HOOQ a video service that caters to everyone whether they are looking for Hollywood, local content for themselves, or something fun that the kids can watch. Now, every member of the family can enjoy their own favorites across multiple devices at anytime" - Cruz-Walker





Up to Php36,000 Savings on Samsung's Merrier Christmas Deals Promo

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Christmas is getting merrier and hassle-free as Samsung Philippines offers great discounts and cool freebies in Samsung's Merrier Christmas Deals promo!

Get up to Php36,000 savings or 25% off on straight payments and up to 15% off on installment purchases Samsung's latest and top-of-the-line digital appliances including refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, and microwave ovens. 

Citibank Credit Card holders are also entitled to a dining treat at House of Wagyu or Marriott Hotel Cebu when they avail a 0% Citi PayLite for 12 months during the promo period.

The Samsung Merrier Christmas Deals promo will run from October 1 to January 31, 2017. Visit a participating Samsung authorized dealer today to learn more about the promo.












Experience "A Very Broadway Christmas in Manila" with Andrew Keenan-Bolger

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Are you a fan of Broadway musicales? Well, a new theater company will bring to Manila a different concept of a Christmas concert this coming holiday season.

Join ANDREW KEENAN-BOLGER as he performs in “A VERY BROADWAY CHRISTMAS IN MANILA” on December 11 at the newly opened BGC Arts Center located in Taguig City and on December 17 at the Central Philippine University’s Rose Memorial Hall in Iloilo City. 

Performing with him is our very own, Tanya Manalang, who recently appeared in Rak of Aegis and the London revival of “Miss Saigon – 25th Anniversary.” 

A Very Broadway Christmas in Manila




Produced and directed by Jhett Tolentino, the concert will feature a mix of holiday tunes synonymous to Christmas, Broadway anthems from the latest musicals, and a surprise mix of Original Pilipino Music. Under the musical direction of Ceejay Javier, the repertoire will have a new and fresh rearrangement for audiences of all ages to enjoy including some of our favorite holiday anthems like "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year", "It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas", "I'll Be Home for Christmas", Broadway hits like "Feed the Birds" from Mary Poppins, "Proud of Your Boy" from Aladdin, "What I Did For Love" from A Chorus Line, "Top of the World" from Tuck Everlasting, and select OPM Christmas faves like "Pasko Na Naman", "Sana Ngayong Pasko" and "Kumukutikutitap".

Andrew Keenan-Bolger has starred in several Broadway productions including Tuck Everlasting (as Jesse Tuck), Newsies (as Crutchie), Mary Poppins, Seussical, Beauty and the Beast, and A Christmas Carol. He's also had several appearances on movies, TV shows, and web series. Apart from acting, Andrew has also co-authored a best-selling children's book series, "Jack & Louisa" (Penguin Random House).

Andrew Keenan-Bolger
Jhett Dizon Tolentino is a Pinoy Pride born, raised and educated in Iloilo CIty. He had won three Tony Awards for producing Broadway shows, making him the second Philippine-born Tony Award winner. He is the first Filipino Tony Awards voter among the 27 million theater-goers in the United States. He is also a Grammy Awards voter. In 2014, Jhett received the award for The Outstanding Filipino-American - New York (TOFA-NY) for Entertainment in at the Carnegie Hall, New York City. In February 2016, Jhett was recognized by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts with "Ani Ng Dangal" Awar for bringing international honor to the Philippines. Currently, he is the Deputy Chapter Commander of the Knights of Rizal - NY Chapter and a delegate to the 5th Filipino American Youth Leadership Program (FYLPro). He is the President and Artistic Director of Jhett Tolentino Productions Inc.




Jhett Tolentino
As the newest company to join Manila’s theaterdom, Jhett Tolentino Productions Inc.’s Mission/Vision are as follows:
  1. Enhancement of the Filipino Artist through masterclasses, lectures, seminars, workshops, by a Broadway Artist/s.
  2. Promotion of the Filipino Artists by prioritizing them in production cast and creatives. 
  3. Produce quality shows.
  4. Audience Development program.
  5. Promote tourism. 
  6. Making more Broadway shows accessible to the Filipino audience.

Jhett Tolentino Productions Inc. is led by Bal Endriga (Chairman of the Board); Trisha Victoria Lim (Vice President); Ma. Judelfha Mabaquiao (Secretary); Ma. Anastasia Melana Monfort Lim (Treasurer); Sunshine Elizabeth Do and Agnes Jamora (Board of Directors); Atty. Jeric Jucaban (Corporate Counsel)

For tickets to the "A Very Broadway Christmas in Manila" concert, you may call Ticketworld at 891-9999 or follow Jhett Tolentino Productions, Inc on Facebook and Instagram for more info.




Magic ng Pasko: GMA Launches 2016 Christmas Station ID

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It's Christmas season again and it has been a tradition already that leading TV networks release their Christmas Station ID featuring their artists. This year, GMA is doing away with what we used to see during Christmas season. 

With the theme "Maniwala sa Magic ng Pasko", the country's first locally-produced 3D animated Christmas campaign is featuring inspirational clips that every Filipino family can surely relate to. This is going to be a series of three different stories that will inspire everyone in believing in the magic of Christmas. 

"During such a busy time of the year, we hope that, by spreading the message of hope, every Kapuso will get to experience the joy and limitless possibilities that come with believing in the magic of the Season" - GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe Gozon

Last November 7, GMA has already launched the first of three videos, the Magic Crayons. The story showed how a child's dream of celebrating Christmas as one family came to reality. Before the airing, we were joined by some of the Kapuso artists and they shared to us their magical Christmas experiences.


This fun interaction with GMA's Ken Chan, Ryza Cenon, Juancho Trivinio,Hiro Peralta, Marlann Flores, and Ayra Mariano was simultaneously broadcasted through GMA Network's Facebook account.





The Maniwala sa Magic ng Pasko campaign comes at the heels of GMA's animated anthology series Alamat's win of the country's first "Best of Festival" Award at the US International Film and Video Festival (USIFVF), a recognition given to an outstanding entry among Gold Camera awardees in the USIFVF. 

"It is felt that the use of animated images best complements the essence of our Holiday message this year - to believe in the magic of Christmas. Through this, it is hoped that even our youngest Kapusos will enjoy our campaign and embrace the meaning of our Christmas message this season - GMA President and COO Mr. Gilberto Duavit Jr.

Here's the first of the three-part series of GMA's "Maniwala sa Magic ng Pasko" campaign featuring the official theme song sung by Julie Anne San Jose:







GMA's Christmas stories are the brainchild of GMA's Program Support Department headed by Regie Bautista (First Vice President), Dino Garcia (Assistant Vice President), Hasmin Marable (Assistant Vice President), BJ Camaya (Associate Creative Director), Catherine Ko (Project Manager), Nicolle Castillo (Writer), and Juan Javier, Reybert Ramos, Laqy Laqueo (Artists); and brought to life by GMA's Post Production Department composed of Edward Achacoso (First Vice President), Paul Ticzon (Vice President and Head of Operations), and April Canasa-Angeles (Senior Manager, Video Graphics Section).


Care to share your magical Christmas experience? Would love to read your story in the comments sections below.



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