Has Cristine Reyes found a new love?

Aside from Cristine’s career updates, there seems to be some developments in her love life as well. After confirming that her relationship with Dennis Trillo ended last May, the 20-year-old sexy actress is said to be dating the student council president from the Ateneo De Manila University. Cristine was shocked when the media already got wind of her friendship with the guy only known as Gio. “Paano niyo nalaman ‘yan?! Ha ha ha! Non-showbiz ‘yung tao. Huwag niyo na siyang isama sa showbiz, nakakahiya sa kanya. Nag-aaral pa ‘yun. Hindi niya kaya ang showbiz world. Leave him alone… joke!” FULL STORY

Ina Raymundo on her old sexy image: ‘Alam ko na napatawad na ako ni God sa mga ginawa ko’

“Siguro kung hindi ako Christian, meron siguro [na regret.] Pero ngayong Kristiyano na ako, alam ko na napatawad na ako ni God sa mga ginawa ko, at napatawad ko na rin ‘yung sarili ko sa mga bad decisions ko before. Now I'm so happy. I'm healed. Kung ano man ang past ko na hindi maganda, healed na ako dun.” FULL STORY

The Ruffa - John Lloyd copycats

I didn't expect that these candid shots would bear a striking resemblance to the much talked about paparazzi photos of Ruffa Gutierrez and John Lloyd Cruz. O siguro nga nagfi-feeling lang ako at walang magawa sa buhay kaya I decided to photoshop the pics.

Bulalo: the original 'sarap to the bones'

A encompassing or wide-ranging definition of Bulalo is a traditional Tagalog Soup that is composed of bone-in beef shank or the bone of the beef shank - ie beef shank with or without the meat - often with or without vegetables. One can enjoy and eat the bulalo by: (I) sipping the broth; (ii) eating the meat and vegetables of the soup; and (iii) eating the bone marrow and sometimes the bone ligaments.

In an episode of Rated K, host Korina Sanchez discovers the different recipe variations of this distinct Pinoy dish.

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Toni Gonzaga stars in a movie with Joseph Estrada

Toni Gonzaga was Joseph Estrada’s personal choice to play his eldest daughter in his grand movie comeback this year. At the story conference of the film to be produced by Star Cinema, Toni admitted she got star struck when she met the former president for the first time. “Excited ako na simulan na ‘yung pelikula pero ngayon medyo kinakabahan pa kasi ngayon ko lang na-meet nang personal at malapitan si Mr. Erap. Kanina kinakausap niya ako, tinanong niya kung ilang taon na ako kasi ‘yung role ko sa movie 24-year old. Ayoko namang kausapin siya about politics, ha ha ha! About the movie lang.” Toni even went into fan mode and her picture taken with the ex-president. FULL STORY

New HIV cases in the Philippines caused by man-to-man sex

322 new HIV cases were reported in the Philippines from January to May of 2009. 88% of these cases were men (aged 20 to 24) who have sex with other men.

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Boy Abunda admits his biggest regret to Piolo Pascual

Boy learns that Piolo once asked him to manage his showbiz career.



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Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao visits Wowowee

Dionisia Pacquiao, mother of top pound-for-pound boxer Manny Pacquiao, on Monday made a special appearance on popular noontime show “Wowowee” to the delight of the viewers.
Mommy Dionisia, as she is fondly called, revealed that it was a dream come true for her to see host Willie Revillame in person.

“[Masaya ako na] Nayakap ko na siya. Wow,” she said.

The highlight of her guesting though was when she and her impersonator, co-host Pokwang, danced and grooved together on stage. Pokwang will reportedly play the role of Pacquiao’s mother in an upcoming “Maalaala Mo Kaya” episode.

Department of Health announces cuts of selected medicines

The Department of Health (DOH) said Monday that drug companies have voluntarily agreed to reduce the prices of 14 of 21 essential drugs by up to 60 percent under the MDRP scheme.

Aragon, meanwhile, clarified that they failed to come up with higher price cut proposal on 7 other essential medicines because these are being manufactured by non-PHAP members. However, he assured that all drug manufacturers have no choice but to abide by the price cuts to be implemented by the government by August 15.

Has Sarah Geronimo become uncomfortable in John Lloyd Cruz’s presence?

Sa episode kasi ng ASAP 09 noong nakaraang linggo (Hulyo 12), halatang hindi makatingin si Sarah kay Lloydy at inamin nga niya na naiilang siya sa binata matapos ng lahat ng intrigang sangkot ang aktor at matagal na hindi nila pagkikita.

Enchong Dee joins the cast of Katorse

“Ako si Jojo na best friend ni Ejay. Sixteen years old siya, mahangin siyang tao. Hindi ko nga matanggap ‘yung kayabangan niya, ha ha ha! Pero nung makilala niya si Nene (played by Erich) magbabago ‘yung ugali niya. Si Nene ‘yung magi-inspire sa kanya na manindigan and to become a better man. Nung mabuntis si Nene dun papasok si Jojo na mag-stand up for her. Kasi sa simula makikita mo si Jojo at ‘yung mga kaibigan niyang sina Ejay at si Xian Lim na magkakasama sila sa kalokohan. Pero nung mabuntis si Nene dun mababago lahat.” FULL STORY

Piolo Pascual wants to produce a movie starring KC Concepcion

After giving KC Concepcion a five-year supply of expensive perfume, Piolo Pascual still has lots of gifts in mind for his Lovers in Paris leading lady. At the press conference of his film Manila, Piolo said that he would love to produce an independent movie starring KC, an idea which the actress-model is open to. “Gusto niya. Naikwento niya sa mga pag-uusap namin sa set ng Lovers in Paris. She’s open. Pero siguro hindi na love story. Nagagawa na namin ‘yan sa TV and commercial films eh. Maybe something different, something similar to Manila. ‘Yung hindi usual na nakikita ng tao.” FULL STORY

Vilma Santos believes Claudine Barretto could follow in her footsteps

For Claudine’s exceptional talent, the Gov. Vi said she will not be surprised if Claudine becomes the next Star for All Seasons. “When we did Anak, sa mga promo for the movie, tinanong ako kung nakikita ko ba si Claudine na pwedeng maging next Vilma Santos, ang sagot ko, ‘Of course!’ You have a long way to go,” said Vilma to Claudine who became teary-eyed because of the compliment. FULL STORY

Does Kim Chiu want to be the next Vilma Santos?

Actress Kim Chiu was among the Star Magic artists chosen to re-enact some notable scenes from different Vilma Santos movies for a TV special feature on ABS-CBN. Kim re-enacted a scene from Dahil Mahal Kita: The Dolzura Cortez Story wherein the lead character was told by the doctor that she has AIDS. The doctor was played by Pinoy Dream Academy 2 runner up Bugoy Drilon. The scene was very memorable because of Vilma’s acting when she slapped the doctor. FULL STORY

Moving moments at the Michael Jackson Memorial service

Pop star Michael Jackson, who died on June 25, was remembered at a public memorial service on Tuesday at the Staples Center sports arena in downtown Los Angeles, featuring performances by Mariah Carey and Stevie Wonder. FULL STORY

Mariah Carey and Trey Lorenz sing I'll Be There



Their version became popular during Mariah's performance on MTV Unplugged in 1993. How I wish Mariah can still sing and make music like she used to back in the early 90s



Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson sings Will You Be There.

In our darkest hour, in my deepest despair
Will you still care? Will you be there?
In my trials and my tribulations
Through our doubts and frustrations
In my violence, in my turbulence
Through my fear and my confessions
In my anguish and my pains
Through my joy and my sorrow
In the promise of another tomorrow
I'll never let you part
For you're always in my heart



Brooke Shield is fighting to hold back her tears as she pays tribute to her childhood friend. She describes her bond with Michael as 'the most natural and easiest of friendships.'



Usher says goodbyes to the artist 'Gone Too Soon.' He regards Michael as the genius who inspired him to become the performer he is now. Being overtaken by his emotions, Usher approaches to touch Michael's coffin.



Older brother Jermaine sings Smile, the most favorite song of Michael. Jermaine and Michael had a rocky relationship, most notably the two did not get along very well during the music video shoot of their song Torture.



Daughter Paris tearfully bids farewell to the The Jackson family and other guests close the memorial service by singing together We Are The World and Heal The World.

Does KC Concepcion feel pressured about making ‘Lovers in Paris’ a big hit?

Lovers in Paris is an adaptation of the popular Koreanovela of the same name. ABS-CBN has produced several top-rating teleserye adaptations like Kim Chiu’s My Girl, Bea Alonzo’s I Love Betty La Fea, and Angel Locsin’s Only You. For her part, KC admitted that she feels pressured to continue that winning streak. “We’re hoping for the best. Syempre ‘yung Only You ang lakas sa ratings. ‘Yung Betty La Fea successful din. Napag-uusapan na rin ‘yung bagong shows na makakatapat namin sa kabilang network. We’re all doing the best we can.”

However, KC clarified with ABS-CBN.com that she is not competing to surpass the success that Kim, Bea, and Angel have achieved with their respective teleseryes. “Kaming mga artista, we’re not here to compete naman with each other. Ang networks lang talaga ang nagko-compete. As artists we only do our best. We love the character na ginagampanan namin.” FULL STORY

More life in Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

I was fortunate to have watched the special premiere of Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs last July 2 at the Trinoma. The premiere night also served as the mall's launch of its Digital 3D Cinema which promises to 'create a whole new world of viewing pleasure by bringing vivid, brilliant visuals coupled with the crisp, clear surround sound that transport everyone inside the theatre to a vibrantly rich, sensory realm.' Viewers were given specially made glasses worn while watching the film. I was completely blown away as I saw the moving pictures seem like move out of the flat movie screen. You can see the falling leaves and snow at your hands reach. On a technical aspect, the experience was beyond the normal movie watching that I got used to.

But more than pictures and sound, it was the story that drew me closer to watching the film very attentively. Ice Age 3 features prehistoric creatures trying to survive the world going through dramatic climate changes. But with the narrative and conflict these characters go through, one can help but to empathize with them.

Manny tries his best to be a good provider and protector to his wife Ellie and their unborn baby. Diego comes to terms with losing his mojo to old age and celibacy. He meets Buck who shows him that growing old alone doesn't need to be lonely. Sid ponders upon having children, hoping it would fill the void in his life. Scrat, having spend the past two films chasing the elusive acorn, now meets the beautiful Scratte. He wonders if she's worth giving up the acorn to, or may be not. All together they show as a family, despite their differences, chooses to stick with one another.

I recommend you watch Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs at the Trinoma 3D Cinema to have the same extraordinary movie experience I had.

Zanjoe Marudo looks forward to more blessings in showbiz

Since making waves as a housemate in Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition in 2006, Zanjoe Marudo has enjoyed a very fruitful showbiz career. As a way of saying thank you, Zanjoe, together with his Banana Split co-stars John Prats and Jayson Gainza, visited the ABS-CBN.com chatroom for an exclusive online chat with fans from all over the world. Zanjoe expressed his overwhelming happiness for having found his place in showbiz. “Feeling ko eh napakaswerte ko at napasama ako noon sa PBB. After that nabigyan naman ako ng pagkakataon na makapag-artista so sobrang happy ako.” FULL STORY

Rafael Rosell isn’t out to steal Mariel Rodriguez from Zanjoe Marudo

In an interview by ABS-CBN.com on the set of Bud Brothers, Rafael thanked viewers who enjoyed his on-screen tandem with Mariel. He said that he enjoyed working with the beautiful and bubbly Mariel. “Good friends kami ni Mariel. It’s fun to be with her. I’m always in a good mood kapag kasama siya sa set. Sobrang full of energy kami pareho and nakakatulong ‘yun lalo na kapag puyat o pagod na kami.” FULL STORY