Friday, April 29, 2016

22 concerts, music festivals in PH you shouldn’t miss this 2016

22 concerts, music festivals in PH you shouldn’t miss this 2016: Mark your calendars: 2016 will be a big year for music lovers. Here are 22 concerts and music festivals you should not miss this year.

Former Chief Justice Renato Corona dies

Former Chief Justice Renato Corona dies: Atty. Rico Quicho, one of Corona’s lawyers and spokespersons during his impeachment trial, said he is “deeply saddened” by his former client’s death.. He called Corona a “good man, loving husband and father.” The Office of the President on Friday also expressed its condolences to the Corona family.

Thursday, April 28, 2016

Hard times bite Apple, CEO and products questioned

Hard times bite Apple, CEO and products questioned - Apple has thus far delivered on the vision of Steve Jobs, and a new visionary who is at least as passionate as the iconic figure is needed to fix the company (REUTERS)

Related: Will India Be Apple's Savior?

Will India Be Apple's Savior?

Will India Be Apple's Savior? - As Apple Inc. reported its first quarterly revenue drop in 13 years, primarily due to a decline in sales of the iPhone, there was one bright spot for the company–India. 

Related: Drop in sales a sign that Apple must drop prices? Your Say

Drop in sales a sign that Apple must drop prices? Your Say

Drop in sales a sign that Apple must drop prices? Your Say - On Tuesday, Apple reported its first quarterly drop in iPhone sales in more than a decade, causing shares in the company to plunge 6.5%. Facebook comments edited for clarity and grammar:

Related: Hard times bite Apple, CEO and products questioned

First look at Oliver Stone's 'Snowden' biopic shows Joseph Gordon-Levitt

First look at Oliver Stone's 'Snowden' biopic shows Joseph Gordon-Levitt - The film stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt as the spy-program whistle-blower Edward Snowden, who risks his own life to challenge the complacency of shadowy government bureaucrats, pervy computer programmers - and Nicholas Cage.


Related: Oliver Stone's Edward Snowden biopic trailer released

Oliver Stone's Edward Snowden biopic trailer released

Oliver Stone's Edward Snowden biopic trailer released - A first look at a film about America's most famous fugitive has been released.

 Related: Watch: The First Trailer of Spy Thriller 'Snowden' Based on the Revelations That Shook the World

Watch: The First Trailer of Spy Thriller 'Snowden' Based on the Revelations That Shook the World

Watch: The First Trailer of Spy Thriller 'Snowden' Based on the Revelations That Shook the World - The movie script is based on both the book 'The Snowden Files' by Guardian journalist Luke Harding, and 'Time of the Octopus' by Snowden's Russian lawyer Anatoly Kucherena.

Related: First look at Oliver Stone's 'Snowden' biopic shows Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Duterte Latest News: Sign waiver, Duterte dared

Sign waiver, Duterte dared - COMFORT ZONE Instead of dazzling business leaders with his economic agenda, presidential candidate and Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte discusses his fight against criminality and his virility at the Makati Business Club forum on Wednesday ...

Duterte Latest News: Duterte mulls charges vs Trillanes over 'undisclosed account' allegation

Duterte mulls charges vs Trillanes over 'undisclosed account' allegation -Trillanes claims to have proof of transactions crediting money into an account held by Duterte and his daughter Sara at a Bank of the Philippine Islands branch in Pasig City. He said that ... Duterte has overtaken Poe in recent pre-election preference ...

Boy Abunda speaks up about LizQuen viral photo

Boy Abunda speaks up about LizQuen viral photo: Tonight with Boy Abunda shows different angle of LizQuen viral photo.

Read: Enrique Gil says 'I love you' to Liza Soberano

Food, family, and OFWs: Anthony Bourdain's 'Parts Unknown' Manila experience

Food, family, and OFWs: Anthony Bourdain's 'Parts Unknown' Manila experience: Every Anthony Bourdain show will always, always feature the most interesting and undiscovered food. But beyond the food, the Manila episode of

Nintendo NX launching March 2017, new mobile games on way

Nintendo NX launching March 2017, new mobile games on wayNintendo's new console is less than a year away. 

Related:  Forget the ​Nintendo NX delay: The real problem is, where are all the great new games?

Forget the ​Nintendo NX delay: The real problem is, where are all the great new games?

Forget the ​Nintendo NX delay: The real problem is, where are all the great new games? - Nintendo announced that its next game console, the long-teased NX, won't emerge until March 2017. And no one will be able to see it at at the upcoming and increasingly less relevant E3 Expo in Los Angeles in June. Instead, according to a Nintendo press

Microsoft's Windows 10 nagware interrupts live TV weather forecast

Microsoft's Windows 10 nagware interrupts live TV weather forecast - Well, this blows


Read: Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14332

Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14332

Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14332 - Hi everyone, Today we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14332 for both PC and Mobile to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. Some languages and editions are still being propagated at the time of going live with this flight, but we expect these to be available within the hour.

Yahoo Reaches Deal With Starboard to Add Board Members

 Yahoo Reaches Deal With Starboard to Add Board Members -  Yahoo on Wednesday said it reached an agreement to add Starboard Chief ExecutiveJeffrey Smith, along with three of his director nominees, to its board.

Read:  No respite in Q1 from business slump: Yahoo

Google Calendar can now automatically find the best time for office meetings

Google Calendar can now automatically find the best time for office meetingsGoogle Calendar is already trying to help people find time for exercise and other important tasks between everyday appointments, and now the app is aiming to simplify the daunting task of arranging meetings for those in the working world.

Related: Google Calendar for Android: Find a time for my meeting

Google Calendar for Android: Find a time for my meeting

Google Calendar for Android: Find a time for my meeting - Starting today, if you use Google Apps for Work or Edu, you can schedule meetings from anywhere with "Find a time" in Google Calendar for Android.

Watch: Batman: The Killing Joke's first full trailer

Watch: Batman: The Killing Joke's first full trailer - The first official trailer for the DC comics and Warner Bros.' feature film Batman: The Killing Joke has arrived.

Summer Gets Hotter, Pinoys Buy More Selfie Sticks!


Filipinos love their selfies, no matter the temperature

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - In the face of intense summer heat, keeping cool is essential. But in the Philippines, it seems nothing is cooler than a nice selfie. Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph), the country’s leading online retailer, sold a whopping 26,000 selfie sticks from March to April, 30% more than air cooling units and electric fansTop-Selling-2.jpg
This increase in selfie stick purchases coincides with the increase in summer travel as evidenced by a spike in outdoor equipment and camera purchases. Filipinos will brave the 40 degree weather to go to exotic places, take an epic selfie and post it on social media. Selfie sticks are now the new summer essential along with sunglasses and sunblock.

To celebrate the unique ways Filipinos celebrate summer, Lazada launched its Labor Day sale last April 25, and will last until May 1, 2016. With up to 80% off and frequent flash sales, you’ll find great deals on favorite categories like fashion, sports & outdoors, and gadgets.
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You can find great deals big and small. Get Gold Ray-Ban Aviator Classic Sunglasses for half its regular retail price at Php 4,829, an A7 Action Sports Camera for only Php 999, and an Elena Crossbody Bag for Php 539 – perfect for all those summer getaways!Visit Lazada.com.ph or download the app to find more deals.

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Pia Wurtzbach introduces Dr. Mike to Filipino food

Pia Wurtzbach introduces Dr. Mike to Filipino food Fans of Miss Universe Pia Wurtzbach and Dr. Mike Varshavski are happily sharing photos of the couple on Instagram which they have grabbed from the latter's Snapchat account. 

New anti-movie piracy and Illegal downloading campaign launched

New anti-movie piracy and Illegal downloading campaign launched: Rise Against Movie Piracy Philippines (RAMP) contest aims to raise awareness of the dangers of movie piracy.

James Reid is more motivated to work since it means spending time with Nadine Lustre

James Reid is more motivated to work since it means spending time with Nadine Lustre: Nadine Lustre and James Reid talk about working together on their new movie 'This Time.’

Read:WATCH: Nadine grilled on 'fast talk'

J.K. Rowling's 'Fantastic Beasts' screenplay to be published

J.K. Rowling's 'Fantastic Beasts' screenplay to be published: Pottermore, the global digital publisher of Rowling's Wizarding World, said Tuesday (April 26) it will publish the screenplay on November 19.

'Captain America: Civil War': How does this superhero vs. superhero flick fare?

'Captain America: Civil War': How does this superhero vs. superhero flick fare?: Superhero v. superhero movies seem to be in the vogue in Hollywood nowadays, and now it is Marvel stepping up to bat with 'Captain America: Civil War' starring the Chris Evan's version of the titular character and Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man.

Beyonce's 'Lemonade' is now for sale on iTunes

Beyonce's 'Lemonade' is now for sale on iTunes: Beyonce fans who don't have subscriptions to Jay Z's streaming music service Tidal can take heart.

6 key questions ahead of 'Game of Thrones'

6 key questions ahead of 'Game of Thrones': To refresh your memories and help get you ready for the premiere of Season 6, here's a look at six urgent questions we're eager to answer. (Contains spoilers, so if you're not caught up, beware!)

Apple's iPhone sales sink for the first time ever last quarter

Apple's iPhone sales sink for the first time ever last quarter: On Tuesday afternoon (April 26), Apple reported that its sales and profit both fell last quarter – a rarity for a company that has been growing at a rapid pace, even as it has become the largest technology company on the planet.

Traffic to Wikipedia terrorism entries plunged after Snowden revelations, study finds

Traffic to Wikipedia terrorism entries plunged after Snowden revelations, study finds: Internet traffic to Wikipedia pages summarizing knowledge about terror groups and their tools plunged nearly 30 percent after revelations of widespread Web monitoring by the U.S. National Security Agency, suggesting that concerns about government snooping are hurting the ordinary pursuit of information.

Small businesses earn big from election spending

Small businesses earn big from election spending: As candidates make the rounds all over the country, some businesses are reaping a windfall from the campaign. CNN Philippines tells how they are benefiting from election spending.

How surveys are carried out

How surveys are carried out: How reliable are these surveys in predicting the outcome of the polls on May 9? CNN Philippines walks us through the process of data gathering.

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Daniel Padilla to stage another concert

Daniel Padilla to stage another concertDaniel Padilla ...The “Teen King” will have a concert in the last quarter of this year, different from his usual birthday concerts.

Read: LOOK: ‘Brothers’ James Reid and Daniel Padilla

Dota 2 patch 6.87 detailed, bringing massive changes

Dota 2 patch 6.87 detailed, bringing massive changes - Valve announced Dota 2 patch 6.87 on Monday, and it’s a doozy.

Related: Dota 2 gameplay update changes Ranked All Pick, adds new Scan function

Dota 2 gameplay update changes Ranked All Pick, adds new Scan function

Dota 2 gameplay update changes Ranked All Pick, adds new Scan function - The Dota 2 6.87 update will be rolled out to the main client within a couple of days,

Related:  Dota 2 patch 6.87 detailed, bringing massive changes

Erin Andrews Settles Peephole Lawsuit Against Nashville Hotel

Erin Andrews Settles Peephole Lawsuit Against Nashville Hotel - Sportscaster Erin Andrews has settled her lawsuit against the Nashville Marriott that allowed a stalker to record a nude video of her through a door peephole in 2008.

Related: TV sports reporter secretly filmed naked by stalker settles case against hotel where it happened

TV sports reporter secretly filmed naked by stalker settles case against hotel where it happened

TV sports reporter secretly filmed naked by stalker settles case against hotel where it happened - Erin Andrews, 37, fell victim to Michael David Barrett who tampered with her peephole, recorded footage and put it online

Related: Erin Andrews settles lawsuit with Marriott for an undisclosed sum after contesting $55million payout in nude video case

Erin Andrews settles lawsuit with Marriott for an undisclosed sum after contesting $55million payout in nude video case

Erin Andrews settles lawsuit with Marriott for an undisclosed sum after contesting $55million payout in nude video case - Erin Andrews has settled her lawsuit against the owners of Marriott Hotels eight years after a stalker filmed her changing clothes through the peephole in her hotel door.

Blackhawks don't alter much in preparation for Game 7

Blackhawks don't alter much in preparation for Game 7 - Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville may wear his emotions on his sleeve on the bench — especially when he disagrees with an official's call — but Quenneville isn't exactly the rah-rah type when it comes to speeches before a big playoff game."I'm not great at giving

Related:  Richard Panik making the most of his chance on top line

Richard Panik making the most of his chance on top line

Richard Panik making the most of his chance on top line - Panik turned heads with his virtuoso performance in Game 6, earning first-star status with one assist, four shots on goal, two blocked shots and six hits.



Related:  Ken Hitchcock's Blues future on the line in Game 7

Ken Hitchcock's Blues future on the line in Game 7

Ken Hitchcock's Blues future on the line in Game 7 - After Game 6, Hitchcock called Game 7 “the best case scenario we could’ve hoped for” in this particular situation.

'Bored' Filipino IT experts to be hired as white-hat hackers

'Bored' Filipino IT experts to be hired as white-hat hackers - In order to better improve and ensure cyber-security of government websites, Philippine senator Ralph Recto plans to recruit “bored” Filipino hackers to serve as “cyber-commandos”.

Related: Recto wants to hire ‘bored’ Pinoy hackers to ensure cybersecurity

Recto wants to hire ‘bored’ Pinoy hackers to ensure cybersecurity

Recto wants to hire ‘bored’ Pinoy hackers to ensure cybersecurity  - Sen. Ralph Recto asked the government o hire “bored” Filipino information technology experts as “cyber-commandos” who will improve and ensure cybersecurity of the government websites.

Alabang-Makati P2P bus service launched

Alabang-Makati P2P bus service launched  - The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) launched yesterday a third point-to-point (P2P) bus service from Alabang in Muntinlupa to Makati as part of efforts to modernize the public utility bus system and address road congestion.

Related: DOTC opens 3rd point-to-point bus service in Metro Manila

DOTC opens 3rd point-to-point bus service in Metro Manila

DOTC opens 3rd point-to-point bus service in Metro Manila - The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) announced the launch of a third point-to-point bus service in Metro Manila, traveling between Alabang and Makati City.

Related: LTFRB, DOTC launch Alabang-Makati P2P bus route

LTFRB, DOTC launch Alabang-Makati P2P bus route

LTFRB, DOTC launch Alabang-Makati P2P bus route - The government on Monday launched a new point-to-point (P2P) premium bus service route from Alabang to Makati.

The government on Monday launched a new point-to-point (P2P) premium bus service route from Alabang to Makati.
- See more at: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/563943/money/ltfrb-dotc-launch-alabang-makati-p2p-bus-route#sthash.JX2a7saA.dpuf
The government on Monday launched a new point-to-point (P2P) premium bus service route from Alabang to Makati.
- See more at: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/563943/money/ltfrb-dotc-launch-alabang-makati-p2p-bus-route#sthash.JX2a7saA.dpuf
The government on Monday launched a new point-to-point (P2P) premium bus service route from Alabang to Makati.
- See more at: http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/563943/money/ltfrb-dotc-launch-alabang-makati-p2p-bus-route#sthash.JX2a7saA.dpuf

Monday, April 25, 2016

Dragon Ball Super Episode 40 Review: Goku vs Hit Ends And Tournament Finishes

Dragon Ball Super Episode 40 Review: Goku vs Hit Ends And Tournament Finishes - Dragon Ball Super episode 40 has just ended and it might be the most shocking turn of events that the series has had to date. We see the conclusion to the

Related: ‘Dragon Ball Super’ episode 40 recap and review: Goku and Hit brofist! Plus a bizarre episode [SPOILERS]

‘Dragon Ball Super’ episode 40 recap and review: Goku and Hit brofist! Plus a bizarre episode [SPOILERS]

‘Dragon Ball Super’ episode 40 recap and review: Goku and Hit brofist! Plus a bizarre episode [SPOILERS]: One of the most bizarre episodes of 'Dragon Ball Super' just aired and it is something that fans did not expect. Check out the recap of 'Dragon Ball Super' episode 40 and find out what happened.

Related: Dragon Ball Super Episode 40 Review: Goku vs Hit Ends And Tournament Finishes

WATCH: Darren sings track from second album

WATCH: Darren sings track from second album - Darren Espanto appeared on “Umagang Kay Ganda” on Monday to promote his new album “Be with Me.”

Read: Darren Espanto still hoping to work with Cassy Legaspi

Regine, Sarah watch Rachelle on 'Les Mis'

Regine, Sarah watch Rachelle on 'Les Mis' - Rachelle Ann Go was overwhelmed with joy on Sunday after Regine Velasquez and Sarah Geronimo came to watch “Les Miserables.”

'Mrs.' wins big in the 2nd Sinag Maynila Independent Film Festival

'Mrs.' wins big in the 2nd Sinag Maynila Independent Film Festival: Adolfo Alix Junior's Mrs. nabbed Best Film and three other awards in this year's Sinag Maynila Independent Film Festival awards night held on Sunday (April 24) at the Samsung Hall in SM Aura, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

Miriam Santiago says she’s 'perfectly normal now'

Miriam Santiago says she’s 'perfectly normal now': “I’m perfectly normal now as you can tell just from my voice and the way I speak,” Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago said in a video message that has been making rounds on Facebook.

What do you think of the last presidential debate?

What do you think of the last presidential debate?: Our chief correspondent Pia Hontiveros was in a viewing party Sunday (April 24) and talked to some people. Here's their take on the face off.

Unfinished business in the Philippines

Unfinished business in the Philippines: Anthony Bourdain returns to the Philippines with a personal mission.

Making your home more environment-friendly

Making your home more environment-friendly: April 22, Earth Day, is the perfect time for a sustainable lifestyle check. What are you doing to ease your carbon footprint? We get some tips from Architect Gelo MaƱosa on greening your home. He gives a tour of his residence-- a marvel of green design and sustainable innovation.

New digital tools introduced for small businesses

New digital tools introduced for small businesses: Various micro, small, and medium enterprises came together once again on Friday (April 22) to learn about advances in digital technology to boost their businesses.

Viber 6.0 adds full encryption, hidden chats

Viber 6.0 adds full encryption, hidden chats: Messaging app Viber will soon roll out complete encryption and hidden chat features to its application, allowing users to enjoy increased security and privacy.

Cool Samples and Giveaways: Give Your Mom the Best Mother's Day Gift - A Coac...

Cool Samples and Giveaways: Give Your Mom the Best Mother's Day Gift - A Coac...: Your mom deserve something special this Mother's Day.  Just to remind you that they will not always be with you, time will come they hav...

Sunday, April 24, 2016

Donaire vs Bedak results: Nonito Donaire easily retains title with TKO win

Donaire vs Bedak results: Nonito Donaire easily retains title with TKO win - Nonito Donaire had no trouble defending his WBO super bantamweight title, while Mark Magsayo stole the show with a win over Chris Avalos.

Related: Donaire overpowers Bedak, ends fight in 3 rounds

Donaire overpowers Bedak, ends fight in 3 rounds

Donaire overpowers Bedak, ends fight in 3 rounds-(UPDATE) It took Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire Jr. only three rounds to dispose Hungary’s Zsolt Bedak and retain the WBO super bantamweight in his first title defense at the Cebu City Sports Center Saturday night.

Related: Donaire vs Bedak results: Nonito Donaire easily retains title with TKO win

Friday, April 22, 2016

Stephen Curry out for Game 3 vs. Rockets; Kerr 'hopeful' for Game 4

Stephen Curry out for Game 3 vs. Rockets; Kerr 'hopeful' for Game 4: Not wanting Curry to further injure himself after the short layoff, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr told reporters Thursday that the All-Star guard will not play in Game 3.

Related: Warriors' Curry out for Game 3

Warriors' Curry out for Game 3

Warriors' Curry out for Game 3 : HOUSTON - Golden State's Stephen Curry will miss Game 3 of a first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets on Thursday night because of a sprained right ankle.

Related: Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets: Game 3 score, TV channel, how to watch live stream

Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets: Game 3 score, TV channel, how to watch live stream

Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets: Game 3 score, TV channel, how to watch live stream : Follow along for live scores and updates from Game 3 of Warriors-Rockets.

Related: Stephen Curry out for Game 3 vs. Rockets; Kerr 'hopeful' for Game 4

Jewish family makes claim to Israel museum’s historic Passover manuscript

Jewish family makes claim to Israel museum’s historic Passover manuscript : Descendants of lawyer murdered by Nazis says sale of Bird's Head Haggadah to museum a "moral injustice"

Related: Family claims Nazis stole famed Jewish manuscript from them

Family claims Nazis stole famed Jewish manuscript from them

Family claims Nazis stole famed Jewish manuscript from them : Birds’ Head Haggadah, currently on display at Jerusalem’s Israel Museum, was allegedly stolen 70 years ago

Related: Family Says Museum’s Priceless Passover Manuscript Is Rightfully Theirs

Family Says Museum’s Priceless Passover Manuscript Is Rightfully Theirs

Family Says Museum’s Priceless Passover Manuscript Is Rightfully Theirs: (Newser)-The Birds' Head Haggadah-the oldest illustrated Passover manuscript in the world and one of its most intriguing-has been a prized possessions of the Israel Museum in Jerusalem for the p

Related: Jewish family makes claim to Israel museum’s historic Passover manuscript

Enrique Gil says 'I love you' to Liza Soberano

Enrique Gil says 'I love you' to Liza Soberano : He liked the gift so much, he posted a picture of Liza's gift on his Instagram and told Liza 'I love you' in his caption.  

Related: Liza Soberano gives Enrique Gil a flyboard for his birthday

Liza Soberano gives Enrique Gil a flyboard for his birthday

Liza Soberano gives Enrique Gil a flyboard for his birthday: Liza Soberano also reacts to allegations she ‘best friend-zoned’ Enrique Gil.

Related: Enrique Gil says 'I love you' to Liza Soberano

EXCLUSIVE: Alex Gonzaga on Toni Gonzaga's pregnancy: 'Happy ako'

EXCLUSIVE: Alex Gonzaga on Toni Gonzaga's pregnancy: 'Happy ako': Alex Gonzaga says she was the first one who learned about sister Toni's pregnancy.

Related: Baby Number One For Toni Gonzaga and Paul Soriano Is On the Way

Japan Investigates Mitsubishi for Fuel Test Cheating

Japan Investigates Mitsubishi for Fuel Test CheatingThe Japanese automaker received a visit Thursday from the country’s chief cabinet secretary. The government wants to investigate Mitsubishi’s fuel efficiency claims.

Related: Mitsubishi investigated over falsified fuel economy tests

Mitsubishi investigated over falsified fuel economy tests

Mitsubishi investigated over falsified fuel economy testsInvestigators from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism were seen entering company offices in central Japan.

Related: Mitsubishi faces fine over fuel test fix

Mitsubishi faces fine over fuel test fix

Mitsubishi faces fine over fuel test fixJapanese authorities raided an office of Mitsubishi Motors yesterday after the carmaker admitted that it had fixed fuel economy results for 625,000 cars.

Related: Japan Investigates Mitsubishi for Fuel Test Cheating

Yahoo Q1 results beat estimates

Yahoo Q1 results beat estimates : Under pressure from activist shareholder Starboard Value LP and others, Yahoo has ramped up a sale of its media, email and other web businesses.

Related: Verizon seen as bidder to beat for Yahoo

Verizon seen as bidder to beat for Yahoo

Verizon seen as bidder to beat for Yahoo : As the sale of Yahoo's Web assets enters the second stage, one name consistently comes up as the pivotal player: Verizon.

Related: No respite in Q1 from business slump: Yahoo

No respite in Q1 from business slump: Yahoo

No respite in Q1 from business slump: Yahoo : SAN FRANCISCO • Yahoo! Inc said its business continued to deteriorate in the first quarter, putting more pressure on the company to find a buyer quickly for its Internet operations.

Related: Yahoo Q1 results beat estimates

Thursday, April 21, 2016

The world is becoming 'paranoid' about the media, watchdog says

The world is becoming 'paranoid' about the media, watchdog says: World leaders paranoid about journalism are cracking down on press freedom, continuing a recent trend in which governments are increasing their influence over the media.

LOOK: Marian's baby lands first magazine cover

LOOK: Marian's baby lands first magazine cover : The baby daughter of Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes has made her first-ever magazine cover as she appears on the May 2016 issue of entertainment magazine Yes.

Cheat Sheet: An Easy Guide to Finding the Right Brow Shape for You

Cheat Sheet: An Easy Guide to Finding the Right Brow Shape for You :By now, we’re sure you’re obsessed with keeping your brows well-groomed and perfectly shaped at all times (if you aren’t, have you been living under a rock or something???)

#‎FB4PH‬:Facebook opened its office in the Philippines

Let's welcome Facebook for launching their office in the Philippines. This was announced by Dan Neary
on his personal page.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens fans are pretty miffed that the DVD doesn’t feature any extras

Star Wars: The Force Awakens fans are pretty miffed that the DVD doesn’t feature any extras:  Fans eagerly awaiting the home-entertainment release of Star Wars have been left bitterly disappointed. 

Related: Does 'leaked script' of new Star Wars film reveal a shocking origin for Rey?

Does 'leaked script' of new Star Wars film reveal a shocking origin for Rey?

Does 'leaked script' of new Star Wars film reveal a shocking origin for Rey? : A fan claims to have read the script for Episode 8 and not only do they reveal Rey's shocking origin but also give the name of the movie


WATCH: Nadine grilled on 'fast talk'

WATCH: Nadine grilled on 'fast talk': “Sinong mas hot, si James o ‘yung weather?”

Read: Nadine defends James over playboy tag

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: BBC royal correspondent's revealing interview with Prince William marks a thaw in relations

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: BBC royal correspondent's revealing interview with Prince William marks a thaw in relationsThe BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell’s revealing interview with Prince William marks a thaw in relations after Prince Charles’s 2005 Klosters outburst

 Related: Royal family portraits released for Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday

Royal family portraits released for Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday

Royal family portraits released for Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday:  She may be the Queen - but she's also just a doting "gan gan" to some. Elizabeth II has been immortalised by one of the world's most renowned photographers in honour of her 90th birthday, and the latest snaps in the series show the monarch surrounded by loved ones.

Related: Queen Elizabeth II to mark 90th birthday at Windsor Castle

Queen Elizabeth II to mark 90th birthday at Windsor Castle

Queen Elizabeth II to mark 90th birthday at Windsor CastleThe longest-reigning monarch in British history turns 90 on Thursday, but Queen Elizabeth II is not planning a major, fireworks-filled celebration to mark the happy occasion.

Related: EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: BBC royal correspondent's revealing interview with Prince William marks a thaw in relations

'People' crowns Jennifer Aniston 'Most Beautiful'

'People' crowns Jennifer Aniston 'Most Beautiful': Jennifer Aniston has been named the magazine's "Most Beautiful Woman in the World" in 2016, which is her second time having been bestowed the coveted title since her inaugural cover in 2004

Related: Jennifer Aniston named People's 'most beautiful' woman

Jennifer Aniston named People's 'most beautiful' woman

Jennifer Aniston named People's 'most beautiful' woman: Jennifer Aniston was named People magazine's most beautiful woman of 2016 on Wednesday, 12 years after she first won the honor.

Related: Jennifer Aniston named 'World's Most Beautiful Woman' by People

Jennifer Aniston named 'World's Most Beautiful Woman' by People

Jennifer Aniston named 'World's Most Beautiful Woman' by People: At 47, Jennifer Aniston is appreciative of how she is aging. So is People magazine. It has named the actress the

Related: 'People' crowns Jennifer Aniston 'Most Beautiful'

ESPN Fires Curt Schilling After Anti-Transgender Facebook Post

ESPN Fires Curt Schilling After Anti-Transgender Facebook Post : Former MLB pitcher and ESPN analyst Curt Schilling has been fired by ESPN.

Related: ESPN fires Curt Schilling after Facebook comments

ESPN fires Curt Schilling after Facebook comments

 ESPN fires Curt Schilling after Facebook comments : Former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling was fired by ESPN on Wednesday, a day after he drew intense criticism for promoting offensive commentary on social media.

Related: ESPN fires analyst and former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling

ESPN fires analyst and former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling

ESPN fires analyst and former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling: In a statement, ESPN said “Curt Schilling has been advised that his conduct was unacceptable and his employment with ESPN has been terminated.”

Related: ESPN Fires Curt Schilling After Anti-Transgender Facebook Post

LOOK: Anne Curtis takes a ‘groufie’ on the MRT again

LOOK: Anne Curtis takes a ‘groufie’ on the MRT again Anne is not a first timer when it comes to riding the MRT in fact; she’s one of the few celebrities who has used the train more than twice to beat Metro Manila traffic. 

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Joross Gamboa breaks silence on video scandal

Joross Gamboa breaks silence on video scandalJoross Gamboa finally broke his silence about an alleged video scandal earlier this year.

Filipino presidential candidate apologizes over rape comment

Filipino presidential candidate apologizes over rape comment: MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The front-runner in the Philippine presidential race apologized Tuesday for a campaign rally remark about wanting to rape an Australian missionary who was assaulted and killed by prisoners during a hostage-taking in 1989.

Related: The dark, cruel joke about rape that derailed a presidential campaign

The dark, cruel joke about rape that derailed a presidential campaign

The dark, cruel joke about rape that derailed a presidential campaign: “I was angry because she was raped, that’s one thing. But she was so beautiful, the mayor should have been first. What a waste.” The mayor to whom he was referring, by the way, is

Related: Roxas camp: Can Duterte protect OFWs in countries he offended?

Roxas camp: Can Duterte protect OFWs in countries he offended?

Roxas camp: Can Duterte protect OFWs in countries he offended? :Will Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte protect overseas Filipino workers in the countries he has insulted?The camp of Liberal Party standard-bearer Mar Roxas has posed this question to his rival Duterte,

Related: Filipino presidential candidate apologizes over rape comment

Aung San Suu Kyi’s Workaround Revolution

Aung San Suu Kyi’s Workaround Revolution: Despite her party’s electoral triumphs in Myanmar, it looked as if the Nobel laureate’s executive powers were blocked. But no.

Related: As Economy Booms, Children Toil in Myanmar

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As Economy Booms, Children Toil in Myanmar: When a boat stacked with gravel moors at a jetty in Yangon, 14-year-old Aung Htet Myat fills a basket he then carries on his back to trucks that whisk the load to construction sites springing up across Myanmar's booming biggest city.

Related: A sound first step in Yangon but a mountain still to scale: The Nation

A sound first step in Yangon but a mountain still to scale: The Nation

A sound first step in Yangon but a mountain still to scale: The Nation: In its editorial on Apr 19, The Nation says Myanmar warrants praise for freeing political prisoners, but dozens of the country's laws need revamping and its Muslims need justice

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sharene: How to Think Positive

Sharene: How to Think Positive: When I was in college I got a book that really helped me as a young person.   It helps me develop to think positively in almost...

Nadine defends James over playboy tag

Nadine defends James over playboy tag: Nadine Lustre came to the defense of her boyfriend James Reid, who is accused of being a playboy even now that he is already in a relationship.

Related: WATCH: James, Nadine perform duet of ‘This Time’

Experience the dirty tricks of PH politics through card game Politricks

Experience the dirty tricks of PH politics through card game Politricks: Politics is a game. And Politricks? Well, it’s a card game. Both can get equally unpredictable, dramatic and downright dirty. 

Related: Politricks: PH traditional politics in a card game

Politricks: PH traditional politics in a card game

Politricks: PH traditional politics in a card game: Want another way to analyze aspiring politicians and their behavior in dealing with political issues on a daily basis?

Related: Politricks: When vicious politics become a table top game

Politricks: When vicious politics become a table top game

Politricks: When vicious politics become a table top game: A new card game has taken the Philippines by storm, garnering hundreds of fans in just a couple of months from its release. 

Related: Experience the dirty tricks of PH politics through card game Politricks

Kris Aquino on her Kris TV final episode: ‘Everything is temporary except faith and family’

Kris Aquino on her Kris TV final episode: ‘Everything is temporary except faith and family’ Morning talk show Magandang Buhay began last Monday on ABS-CBN and replaced Kris TV. Queen of All 


EXCLUSIVE: Miho Nishida talks about rumors about her abusing her personal assistant

EXCLUSIVE: Miho Nishida talks about rumors about her abusing her personal assistant: Miho Nishida claims that her PA Joey did not return to her home last April 9.

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton win big in New York primary

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton win big in New York primaryMr Trump and Ms Clinton had gone into the day looking to regain their momentum

Related: Live Blog: Trump, Clinton Claim Resounding New York Victories

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Live Blog: Trump, Clinton Claim Resounding New York VictoriesUpdate April 19, 2016, 10:35 p.m. ET: Looking back from July’s Republican National Convention, Tuesday’s New York primary could be thought of as the night Donald Trump secured the nomination.

Related: Front-runners Trump, Clinton win in New York, move closer to nomination


Front-runners Trump, Clinton win in New York, move closer to nomination

Front-runners Trump, Clinton win in New York, move closer to nomination: Republican front-runner Donald Trump easily won New York state's presidential nominating contest on Tuesday, moving closer to capturing enough delegates to win the nomination and avoid a contested convention in July.

Related: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton win big in New York primary

This Time by James Reid and Nadine Lustre



Watch the romantic rendition of This Time by #TeamReal, James Reid and Nadine Lustre! Don't miss their summer kilig film, This Time. In cinemas nationwide on May 4!

 Related: James and Nadine’s love journey reach new heights

WATCH: James, Nadine perform duet of ‘This Time’

WATCH: James, Nadine perform duet of ‘This Time’: VIVA Films released a music video of James Reid and Nadine Lustre performing the song This Time on YouTube on Tuesday, April 19, 2016.

Related:  James and Nadine’s love journey reach new heights

James and Nadine’s love journey reach new heights

James and Nadine’s love journey reach new heights : Much has been written about the real and reel-life romance of James Reid and Nadine Lustre, but no words can capture the phenomenon that their love team, best known as JaDine, has spurred from movie, television, and recently via the concert stage at The Filipino Channel’s (TFC) JaDine Love World Tour in the Middle East and Europe on March 18 and 19 in Qatar and Dubai and March 26 and 27 in London and Milan.

Related: This Time by James Reid and Nadine Lustre

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Chris Brown documentary reveals suicidal thoughts

Chris Brown documentary reveals suicidal thoughts: Disgraced singer Chris Brown has revealed he considered suicide following his 2009 assault of Rihanna.
Brown's comments appear in the new trailer

Related:  Chris Brown talks about his lowest moment in upcoming documentary Welcome To My Life

Chris Brown talks about his lowest moment in upcoming documentary Welcome To My Life

Chris Brown talks about his lowest moment in upcoming documentary Welcome To My Life : Chris Brown considered taking his own life when he fell from grace after assaulting then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009.

 Related: Chris Brown opens up about assaulting Rihanna

Chris Brown opens up about assaulting Rihanna

Chris Brown opens up about assaulting Rihanna: CHRIS Brown admitted he considered killing himself after attacking Rihanna in 2009.

LOOK: Liza Soberano says Enrique is her favorite subject in photography

LOOK: Liza Soberano says Enrique is her favorite subject in photography Liza Soberano posted three photos today of her onscreen partner Enrique Gil on Instagram. 


The joy of cherry blossom season in Japan in pictures

The joy of cherry blossom season in Japan in pictures: Every year in April, thousands of people head towards the Land of the Rising Sun. That's because along with the sun, come the millions of gorgeously stunning little flowers in white and pink enthral locals and tourists alike.

Related: Japan dispatch: Actually getting spring is awesome

Japan dispatch: Actually getting spring is awesome

Japan dispatch: Actually getting spring is awesome: The sakura forecast starts with the weather people on the news around the beginning of March.

Related: Cherry blossom love

Cherry blossom love

Cherry blossom love: When the sakura is in bloom, Tokyo, a city that felt cold and impersonal in the beginning, becomes the friendliest place on earth.

Isabel Oli gives birth to baby Feather

Isabel Oli gives birth to baby Feather: Congratulations, John and Isabel!

Related: Isabel Oli gives birth to Baby Lily Feather

Isabel Oli gives birth to Baby Lily Feather

Isabel Oli gives birth to Baby Lily Feather: Celebrity couple Isabel Oli and John Prats announce the birth of their firstborn, Lily Feather, on their respective Instagram accounts last night, April 18.

Related:John Prats, Isabel Oli welcome baby daughter Feather

John Prats, Isabel Oli welcome baby daughter Feather

John Prats, Isabel Oli welcome baby daughter Feather: John Prats, Isabel Oli welcome baby daughter Feather

Despite bashing, Alma grateful to Karen Davila

Despite bashing, Alma grateful to Karen Davila: Alma Moreno has no ill feelings towards Karen Davila despite being the subject of social media bashing after she appeared on the news anchor’s ANC show back in November.

Related: Alma Moreno tells Pacquiao: I know how you feel

Alma Moreno tells Pacquiao: I know how you feel

Alma Moreno tells Pacquiao: I know how you feel: Former actress Alma Moreno, who had been a target of heavy online bashing, commiserated Sunday with fellow senatorial aspirant and boxing great Manny Pacquiao whose comments against same-sex unions drew public outrage.

LOOK: Kim Chiu marks birthday in New York

LOOK: Kim Chiu marks birthday in New York: Actress Km Chiu, who turns 26 on Tuesday, is celebrating her birthday in New York.

Lea sings in 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' finale

Lea sings in 'Crazy Ex-Girlfriend' finale:The season one finale of “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” featuring Lea Salonga finally aired on the CW network in the United States on Monday (Tuesday in Manila).

How Kris felt after 'Kris TV' aired final episode

How Kris felt after 'Kris TV' aired final episode:Last Monday, her show was replaced with “Magandang Buhay” hosted by Melai Cantiveros, Jolina Magdangal and Karla Estrada after Aquino temporarily left showbiz due to health concerns.

Katic leaving Castle for 'budgetary reasons'

Katic leaving Castle for 'budgetary reasons': Stana Katic is leaving 'Castle' after eight seasons. The 37-year-old actress - who has played Captain Kate Beckett in the crime series since its 2009 premiere - will not return for the planned ninth season after ABC decided not to renew her contract for 'budgetary reasons', according to Deadline.

Related: ‘Castle’ stars Stana Katic, Tamala Jones leaving ABC show ahead of possible 9th season

‘Castle’ stars Stana Katic, Tamala Jones leaving ABC show ahead of possible 9th season

‘Castle’ stars Stana Katic, Tamala Jones leaving ABC show ahead of possible 9th season:With the fate of a possible ninth season undetermined, “Castle” producer ABC Studios is not renewing the contracts of series co-star Stana Katic and supporting actress Tamala Jones.

Related:TV drama Castle is down one Canadian

TV drama Castle is down one Canadian

TV drama Castle is down one Canadian: Actress Stana Katic won't return for ninth season of crime series.

Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister Says Johnny Depp Won’t Get Any Awards for That Apology

Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister Says Johnny Depp Won’t Get Any Awards for That Apology:The Internet wasted no time in lampooning Johnny Depp and his wife Amber Heard’s video apology to Australia on Monda

Related: Johnny Depp smoked 'in good faith'

Johnny Depp smoked 'in good faith'

Johnny Depp smoked 'in good faith': That video alone may have been reason enough to light up. 

Related: Depp, Wife Apologize for Smuggling Their Pet Dogs Into Australia

Depp, Wife Apologize for Smuggling Their Pet Dogs Into Australia

Depp, Wife Apologize for Smuggling Their Pet Dogs Into Australia: LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — Actor Johnny Depp and his wife, Amber Heard, issued a somber apology on video for smuggling their two dogs into Australia.

Call Of Duty: Black Ops III – Eclipse Launch Trailer Arrives Ahead Of Release

Call Of Duty: Black Ops III – Eclipse Launch Trailer Arrives Ahead Of Release:It seems like it was only yesterday that the first DLC pack for Call of Duty: Black Ops III arrived. However, time is always barreling forward, and now the second map pack, Eclipse, is set to drop for the PlayStation 4 tomorrow.

Related: 'Call Of Duty Black Ops 3' Eclipse DLC: Multiplayer Trailer Released

'Call Of Duty Black Ops 3' Eclipse DLC: Multiplayer Trailer Released

'Call Of Duty Black Ops 3' Eclipse DLC: Multiplayer Trailer Released :After releasing a trailer for the upcoming Zombie map for the new Eclipse DLC, Treyarch has now released another trailer for one of the four new multiplayer maps in "Call of Duty: Black Ops 3."

Related:  Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 - Eclipse Launch Trailer Shows All Maps

Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 - Eclipse Launch Trailer Shows All Maps

Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 - Eclipse Launch Trailer Shows All Maps :Gamers will also get access to a new zombie episode

When does Game of Thrones season 6 start? Dates, cast, characters, trailers and everything we know so far

When does Game of Thrones season 6 start? Dates, cast, characters, trailers and everything we know so far: Jon Snow may be dead, well at least for now, but there is so much more to the Sky Atlantic series

British government poo-poos winning 'Boaty McBoatface' name for ship

British government poo-poos winning 'Boaty McBoatface' name for ship: After Internet users overwhelmingly voted to christen Britain's new $300 million research ship "Boaty McBoatface" in an online naming poll, a government official suggested the name wouldn't be used.

Apple Celebrates Earth Day With Selection of Apple Music Playlists

Apple Celebrates Earth Day With Selection of Apple Music Playlists: Apple kicked off its Earth Day celebrations last Thursday, outfitting retail employees with green shirts, decorating Apple Store logos with green leaves, and launching an "Apps for Earth" promotion that will see in-app purchases from partner apps donated to the World Wildlife Fund.

See Gears of War 4's Beta Maps in New Video

See Gears of War 4's Beta Maps in New Video: With the Gears of War 4 multiplayer beta now underway and set to spread to more users soon, Microsoft has released a new video that goes over its three maps. The three maps are: Harbor, Dam, and Foundation.

Windows Users: It’s Time to Dump Apple’s QuickTime


Windows Users: It’s Time to Dump Apple’s QuickTime -If you’re still using Apple’s QuickTime on a Windows PC, it’s time to stop. Apple confirmed to The Wall Street Journal that it is no longer supporting or updating the 11-year-old QuickTime 7 for Windows, and has posted instructions for uninstalling the software. Keeping it installed on your computer may pose a risk.

LOOK: ‘Brothers’ James Reid and Daniel Padilla

LOOK: ‘Brothers’ James Reid and Daniel Padilla Daniel Padilla’s mother Karla Estrada posted a photo of her son together with James Reid on Instagram and captioned it “Brads.”

Related:  WATCH: Americans gush over James Reid, Enrique Gil

WATCH: Serena completes Tenten's new song

WATCH: Serena completes Tenten's new song: MANILA -- To make the anniversary of Nanay Taps (Rio Locsin) and Tatay Dodoy (Edgar Mortiz) extra special, Tenten (Enrique Gil) and Serena (Liza Soberano) decided to compose a song for them.

Related: Alighieri's poem inspires Serena to speak her love for Tenten

Duterte apologizes: No intention of disrespecting women and rape victims

Duterte apologizes: No intention of disrespecting women and rape victims: Presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte made an official apology for his recent controversial rape statement about an Australian woman who was taken hostage and raped in Davao City.

Related: Duterte's daughter: I am a rape victim

Duterte's daughter: I am a rape victim

Duterte's daughter: I am a rape victim: “Not a joke. I am a rape victim. But I will still vote for President Rodrigo Duterte,” Inday Sara Duterte-Caprio said.

Analyst: Duterte's rape slur may affect his presidential bid

Analyst: Duterte's rape slur may affect his presidential bid: A political analyst said PDP-Laban standard bearer Rodrigo Duterte's viral video might affect his bid for the presidency.


Related: Presidential rivals take swipe at Duterte for rape statement

Presidential rivals take swipe at Duterte for rape statement

Presidential rivals take swipe at Duterte for rape statement: Presidential candidate Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte is on the hot seat again, after making a statement about an Australian woman who was taken hostage and raped in Davao City Jail in 1989. At that time, Duterte was serving his first term as mayor. His rivals Sen. Grace Poe, Manuel “Mar” Roxas II, and Vice President Jejomar Binay also took the chance to take a swipe at him.

Related:Duterte: Rape remarks made out of anger


Duterte: Rape remarks made out of anger

Duterte: Rape remarks made out of anger: Rodrigo Duterte had a campaign rally in Bacolod City on Monday (April 18). There, he reiterated his stand on his rape remarks.

Related: Duterte draws flak for rape 'joke'

Duterte draws flak for rape 'joke'

Duterte draws flak for rape 'joke': PDP-Laban standard bearer Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is drawing a lot of flak after a video of him making a joke about rape went viral.

Monday, April 18, 2016

Kalokalike? Netizens think Pia's successor looks like Coco Martin

Kalokalike? Netizens think Pia's successor looks like Coco Martin - MANILA -- Beauty queen Maxine Medina took social media by storm not only for winning this year's Miss Philippines-Universe title on Sunday night, but also for her resemblance to Paloma, the character played by Coco Martin in the hit series "Ang Probinsyano."

Related: Know more about Miss Universe Philippines 2016 Maxine Medina 

Miss Universe president reminds Pia: Love life later

Miss Universe president reminds Pia: Love life later - MANILA – “Love life is later. Now is the crown.”
This was the advice given by Miss Universe Organization president Paula Shugart to Pia Wurtzbach, who recently confirmed that she is indeed dating “Sexiest Doctor Alive” Mikhail Varshavski.

Kape para sa may diabetes?

Kape para sa may diabetes? Isa ito sa mga pinakamadalas tanungin sa akin sa clinic? Dok, puwede pa ba akong mag-kape kung may diabetes ako?

Know more about Miss Universe Philippines 2016 Maxine Medina

Know more about Miss Universe Philippines 2016 Maxine Medina: Who is the Philippines' new queen who will represent the country in the next Miss Universe pageant? Here are a few facts about her and how she landed the new title.

Alora secures Olympic ticket as sole PH taekwondo bet

Alora secures Olympic ticket as sole PH taekwondo bet: Kirstie Elaine Alora will be the only Filipino taekwondo jin headed to the upcoming Olympic games in Rio after a second place finish at the Asian Qualifying Tournament in Pasay City.

Baby Number One For Toni Gonzaga and Paul Soriano Is On the Way

Baby Number One For Toni Gonzaga and Paul Soriano Is On the Way  - Looks like baby Villania-Arellano is going to have a playmate. After months of speculation, Toni Gonzaga officially confirms that she’s pregnant with her first baby with husband Paul Soriano last Sunday on live television.

Related: Toni Gonzaga announces pregnancy

Ecuador Earthquake Kills Hundreds in Huge Wave of Collapses

Ecuador Earthquake Kills Hundreds in Huge Wave of Collapses - President Rafael Correa cut short a visit to Europe and declared a national emergency after the 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck on Saturday night, shaking the central coast. The effects could be felt in the capital, Quito, and into parts of Peru and Colombia.

Related: Children pulled from rubble in Ecuador rescue op, quake death toll reaches 272 (VIDEO)

Phivolcs: Quakes across Pacific unrelated

Phivolcs: Quakes across Pacific unrelated: Seismologists are closely monitoring the West Valley fault for any movement, after the public raised concerns over the earthquakes that struck different countries recently.

Related: Preparing for possible quake disaster in Metro Manila 

Preparing for possible quake disaster in Metro Manila

Preparing for possible quake disaster in Metro Manila: State geologists says a magnitude 7.2 earthquake could hit Metro Manila at any time. As such, authorities came up with a new tool that would help the local governments to reduce the impact of a quake disaster.

Related: Look: Essential items in a survival kit 

Look: Essential items in a survival kit

Look: Essential items in a survival kit: CNN Philippines consults disaster and emergency management expert Martin Aguda on what items should be included inside a survival kit.

Related: How to earthquake-proof your home 

How to earthquake-proof your home

How to earthquake-proof your home: The phrase “I am safe at home” has been a common utterance from people. But is our home really safe in case a disaster, like an earthquake, strikes? Here are some home items that you might need to fix to reduce damage in case of an earthquake.

10 deadliest earthquakes in the world

10 deadliest earthquakes in the world: Past earthquakes have caught countries off guard, leading to a large number of casualties. Here are the 10 deadliest earthquakes recorded from 1900-2014, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

NBA Playoffs 2016: Schedule, Game Times and Predictions for 1st-Round Bracket

NBA Playoffs 2016: Schedule, Game Times and Predictions for 1st-Round Bracket - The NBA playoffs are back.  Four games kicked off the slate on Saturday with two blowouts, two close contests and an upset.

Related: Trail Blazers vs. Clippers, NBA playoff results 2016: Los Angeles overpowers Portland in dominant Game 1 victory

Trail Blazers vs. Clippers, NBA playoff results 2016: Los Angeles overpowers Portland in dominant Game 1 victory

Trail Blazers vs. Clippers, NBA playoff results 2016: Los Angeles overpowers Portland in dominant Game 1 victory - Chris Paul and Blake Griffin were too much for the Trail Blazers as the Clippers jumped out to a 1-0 series lead with a 115-95 win.

Toni Gonzaga announces pregnancy

Toni Gonzaga announces pregnancy - MANILA, Philippines – After months of rumored pregnancy, newlyweds Toni Gonzaga and Paul Soriano made the news that they are expecting their firstborn official.

Related: Toni Gonzaga confirms pregnancy on 'ASAP

Children pulled from rubble in Ecuador rescue op, quake death toll reaches 272 (VIDEO)

Children pulled from rubble in Ecuador rescue op, quake death toll reaches 272 (VIDEO)  - A rescue operation is underway in Ecuador after the South American nation was hit by its worst earthquake in decades, which saw at least 272 people killed and hundreds injured, and left many others trapped under the debris.

ThePirateBay Down ? TPB shifts to new .ae domain

ThePirateBay Down ? TPB shifts to new .ae domain - Torrent website ThePirateBay (TPB) had been down since the last 36 hours due to network wide outage on the cloud servers it is hosted on. It has shifted over to a new

Cayetano saddened by Duterte's rape joke

Cayetano saddened by Duterte's rape joke: MANILA - Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, the running mate of PDP- Laban standard-bearer and Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, admitted Sunday he was 'saddened' after the tough-talking mayor drew flak for his recent joke about an Australian missionary who was raped in Davao City.

WATCH: Bamboo, Sarah G in 'You and Me' duet

WATCH: Bamboo, Sarah G in 'You and Me' duet - “The Voice of the Philippines” coaches Bamboo Manalac and Sarah Geronimo reunited on “ASAP” as they collaborated on another memorable duet.

WATCH: Maja sizzles in 'ASAP' dance number

WATCH: Maja sizzles in 'ASAP' dance number - As if the summer heat wasn’t enough, Maja Salvador set the “ASAP” stage on fire on Sunday with her sizzling dance moves

Sarah G, Enchong in one 'ASAP' number

Sarah G, Enchong in one 'ASAP' number - For the first time, Sarah Geronimo and Enchong Dee collaborated on a number which they performed on “ASAP” on Sunday.

WATCH: Angel's birthday greeting for Luis

WATCH: Angel's birthday greeting for Luis - "Pilipinas Got Talent" judge Angel Locsin on Sunday greeted ex-boyfriend Luis Manzano on his birthday.

LOOK: ‘Harry Potter’ fans gather for Quidditch Cup

LOOK: ‘Harry Potter’ fans gather for Quidditch Cup -A dream come true for fans of JK Rowling's seven-part novels, Potterheads united in South Carolina for the ninth annual US Quidditch Cup.

Kenny Rogers to hold concert in Manila

Kenny Rogers to hold concert in Manila- Grammy-winning singer Kenny Rogers is coming to Manila for a one-night concert on August 11 at the Araneta Coliseum.

RRD Interview April 17

Police: Man Killed In 'Chaotic' St. Paul Shooting

Police: Man Killed In 'Chaotic' St. Paul Shooting: Police in St. Paul said one person was killed and at least one other individual was injured in a shooting Sunday night on the city's east side.

Dragon Ball Super Episode 39 Review: Hit vs Goku Fight Reveals A New Technique

Dragon Ball Super Episode 39 Review: Hit vs Goku Fight Reveals A New Technique Dragon Ball Super episode 38 introduced us to how scary Hit was from Universe 6. He disposed of Vegeta quite easily, but now the assassin has set his sights on Goku. Episode 39 kicks off the same way episode 38 ended with Goku and Hit squaring it off inside the ring.

Defending champs NCR athletes retain Palarong Pambansa title

Defending champs NCR athletes retain Palarong Pambansa title: Defending champion National Capital Region (NCR) retained their Palaro title after amassing a total of 104 gold, 57 silver, and 48 bronze medals. Southern Tagalog landed second place, while Western Visayas student-athletes finished third in the 2016 Palarong Pambansa held in Legazpi, Albay.

UFL Cup: Global crowned champions, bests Ceres, 3-1

UFL Cup: Global crowned champions, bests Ceres, 3-1: The Global FC were crowned champions on Saturday night (April 16) after a heated affair against Ceres-La Salle FC, 3-1, in the finals of the United Football League (UFL) Cup at the Rizal Memorial Football Stadium.

59th Palarong Pambansa kicks off in Albay

59th Palarong Pambansa kicks off in Albay: Provincial host Albay put together a festive opening ceremony to formally start the 59th Palarong Pambansa at Albay Sports and Tourism Complex inside the Bicol University Main Campus on Sunday (April 10).

UAAP Women’s Volleyball: FEU shocks La Salle in five sets to force rubber match

UAAP Women’s Volleyball: FEU shocks La Salle in five sets to force rubber match: The FEU Lady Tamaraws defeated the De La Salle Lady Spikers in five sets, in the Final Four round of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines women’s volleyball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena on Sunday (April 17).

Luis Manzano says he will never court Alex Gonzaga: ‘it’s very, very awkward’

Luis Manzano says he will never court Alex Gonzaga: ‘it’s very, very awkward’: Luis Manzano reveals his feelings towards relationships now.

James Reid promises Nadine Lustre that he would always stay romantic

James Reid promises Nadine Lustre that he would always stay romantic: James and Nadine were able to share details of their lovely Parisian adventure

WATCH: How to conserve water

WATCH: How to conserve water: Everyone should do their part in mitigating the effects of El NiƱo on water supply. Here are a few water-saving tips from the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

The 'Guru of Grub'

The 'Guru of Grub': The World Street Food Congress is coming to Manila. This is the first time the event will be held outside of Singapore. CNN Philippines talks to the man behind this event.

Philippines to host World Street Food Congress in April

Philippines to host World Street Food Congress in April: CNN Philippines breaks down what you can expect from the five-day food fest happening from April 20 to 24.

Inflatable 'bedroom' attached to space station

Inflatable 'bedroom' attached to space station: A prototype that may one day usher an era of space hotels has successfully been attached to the International Space Station, NASA said Saturday.