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Diether Ocampo likes offbeat roles

Feb 212013

Diether Ocampo (MNS Photo) MANILA, Feb 20 (Mabuhay) — Actor Diether Ocampo doesn’t mind playing offbeat roles. Ocampo said he even find such characters more interesting. “It’s more interesting to play mga off-beat roles. Ako naniniwala kung ano ang nasa loob mo na maganda na kapag napalabas mo (ok),” Ocampo said. Ocampo is now busy with his upcoming series “Apoy Sa Dagat” with Angelica Panganiban and Piolo Pascual. In the series, Ocampo plays Anton, who becomes involved in the love story between the characters of Angelica Panganiban and Piolo Pascual. (MNS)

Kidlat faces new villains, chooses between leading ladies

Entertainment

Feb 202013

Kidlat faces new villains, chooses between leading ladies

Kidlat – Mark Neumann as Francis aka FUEGO Kidlat – Nadine Samonte as LARA Kidlat – Nadine Samonte as LARA Kidlat – Ritz Azul as JOEY Kidlat – Shaira Mae as Francine aka FROSTA Kidlat – Valerie Weigmann as Natasha aka ENIGMA Kidlat – Wendell Ramos as Rodel aka GRABAMAN FEBRUARY 19, 2013, PHILIPPINES – As ratings continue to surge for TV5’s hit primetime series Kidlat, new loves and new villains were officially introduced today at the Plaza Ibarra’s Party Venues in Timog, Quezon City. In theupcoming episodes, everyone’s favorite superhero will find himself choosing among three potential love interests. One of the ladies is the strong-willed Joey played by FHM cover girl Ritz Azul. Audiences already caught a glimpse of her during the Kidlat Movie Special but as the story progresses, Ritz promises that viewers will see more of who Joey is. Adding a bit of spice to Voltaire’s life is sassy and sophisticated Natasha, played by newcomer Valerie Weigmann. The Filipina-German model makes her acting debut in Kidlat as a fashion designer who will eventually become villainess Enigma. Though a little nervous to be part of a successful series, Valerie admits that she’s more excited to meet everyone—particularly her new leading man. “Excited at kahitpaanokinabahan din ako. I’ve heard so many good things about [Derek] like how he’s a gentleman. I can’t wait to finally work with him.” Even though she’s a newbie, Valerie is well aware of her co-star’s reputation for being a ladies man. When asked if Read More …

Bea Alonzo to take a break from TV

Entertainment

Feb 192013

Bea Alonzo (MNS Photo) MANILA, Feb 19 (Mabuhay) -– Actress Bea Alonzo refused to get affected by rumors that her last series “A Beautiful Affair,” with John Lloyd Cruz, did not rate well and was thus ended immediately. Alonzo said what’s important is all of them in the cast did their job well. “No, hindi na [ako affected]. Parang feeling ko, unang-una, we’re doing our job well. And parang, we just came from a movie that did so well. Parang ganun lang naman siguro talaga ‘yun. I mean, I’m sure everyone had their own good intentions, but it just didn’t… maybe it didn’t measure up or something,” she said. A lot of viewers were caught by surprise when “A Beautiful Affair” came to end only three months after its premiere episode. Alonzo said one of the many reasons it went off the air so soon is their Cruz’s hectic schedule. “Isa rin sa mga dahilan ‘yun because John Lloyd is doing a movie with Sarah Geronimo. So medyo nakaapekto rin ‘yun, kasi we were always hand-to-mouth eh. We were taping hand-to-mouth, so laging for airing. So nagiging problema rin ‘yung schedule niya,” she said. “At the same time, I guess, baka hanggang dun lang talaga ‘yung story nun. You cannot stretch it or it’s better that way. It’s better that it ended that way,” she added. After “A Beautiful Affair,” Alonzo said she will temporarily take a break from doing teleseryes as she will concentrate on her upcoming movie under Read More …

President Aquino welcomes members of Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions in Malacañang

Entertainment

Feb 192013

President Aquino welcomes members of Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions in Malacañang

President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his speech during the welcome reception for the 46th Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) Governing Board Meeting delegates at the Rizal Hall, Malacañang Palace on Monday (February 18). ASOSAI is one of the regional groups of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions. It is an international organization composed of the Supreme Audit Institutions of 46 member countries in Asia. (MNS photo) President Benigno S. Aquino III meets with delegates to the 46th Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) Governing Board Meeting for a group photo souvenir with COA officers during the Welcome Reception at the Rizal Hall, Malacañan Palace on Monday (February 18). ASOSAI is one of the regional groups of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions. The ASOSAI is an international organization composed of the Supreme Audit Institutions of 46 member countries in Asia. (MNS photo) MANILA, Feb 19 (Mabuhay) — President Benigno S. Aquino III welcomed Monday the members of the Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) as he expressed hope that their activities in the Philippines will give them additional knowledge and experience for the benefit of their respective countries. “I am sure that you, as members of the Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions, understand just how important this kind of transparency is: every single peso—every yen, ringgit, or baht—must be accounted for, as we are spending this money on behalf of our people,” the President said in his speech before the ASOSAI members Read More …

‘Ready for Romance’ contest winner announced

Entertainment

Feb 192013

‘Ready for Romance’ contest winner announced

Last February 10, Balita Media Inc. concluded its “Ready for Romance” raffle contest. As a celebration of the Valentine’s Day spirit, the contest provided one lucky couple with services and prizes that were put together to make their Valentine’s Day one to remember. Balita Media, Inc. would like to proudly congratulate the contest winner, Cecile Sebrio of Buena Park, California. Sebrio and her Valentine were provided with two facial appointments from O Skin Care, hairstyling and make-up sessions courtesy of Colina Salon and a dinner for two at Café Sierra located at the Hilton in Universal City. On behalf of O-Skincare, Colina Salon and Café Sierra, Baltia Media, Inc. wishes to thank everyone who sent in their entries for this special promotion. For more contests and giveaways, please www.weekendbalita.com/category/free-stuff.

Tagle: I don’t know much about choosing the next Pope

Entertainment

Feb 192013

Tagle: I don’t know much about choosing the next Pope

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle while celebrating mass during Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent, at the Roman Catholic Archbishop chapel in Manila, February 13, 2013. Tagle, 55, who became a cardinal in November 2012, is among those mentioned as possible successors of Pope Benedict XVI, who surprised the world on Monday when he announced his resignation due at the end of the month. (MNS photo) MANILA, Feb 18 (Mabuhay) – Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle admitted that as a newbie cardinal, he still does not know much about the process of selecting a new pope. “Inaamin ko po, hindi ko pa alam kung anong gagawin, kung paano boboto,” he said, adding that this function is something that he is still studying and contemplating much about. Asked by the media about his preparations for the upcoming conclave, he said all he is doing for now is to pray. He said he does not even know as to when he will be called to the Vatican. He said he was “caught by surprise” by Pope Benedict XVI’s sudden resignation this month. Nevertheless, Tagle said that this only shows the integrity of the pope, saying that he was just being realistic given his current health condition. “His physical and mental strength was waning,” the cardinal said. “He showed integrity by not clinging to his position, for the good of the ministry.” Tagle also expressed admiration on the pope’s leadership. “The thing that strikes me the most about the pontificate of the Read More …

President Aquino inaugurates state-of-the-art facilities of the Philippine Heart Center in Quezon City

Entertainment

Feb 192013

President Aquino inaugurates state-of-the-art facilities of the Philippine Heart Center in Quezon City

President Benigno S. Aquino III delivers his message during the 38th Anniversary of the Philippine Heart Center (PHC) and Blessing and Inauguration ceremony of the expanded PHC Operating Room Complex at East Avenue, Quezon City on Friday (February 15). With the theme: “Hawak Kamay para sa Kalusugan”. PHC is a leader in upholding the highest standards of cardiovascular care, a self-reliant institution responsive to the health needs of the Filipino people. It ranks as one of the leading medical institutions in Asia for the medical and surgical treatment of heart diseases. Since its establishment, over two million indigent patients have been served by PHC. In photo are House Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr., Health Secretary Enrique Ona, PHC executive director Dr. Manuel Chua Chiaco, Jr. and Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista. (MNS photo) President Benigno S. Aquino III undrapes the marker of the expanded Philippine Heart Center (PHC) Operating Room Complex during its 38th Anniversary at East Avenue, Quezon City on Friday (February 15). With the theme: “Hawak Kamay para sa Kalusugan”. PHC is the leader in upholding the highest standards of cardiovascular care, a self-reliant institution responsive to the health needs of the Filipino people. It ranks as one of the leading medical institutions in Asia for the medical and surgical treatment of heart diseases. Since its establishment, over two million indigent patients have been served by PHC. In photo are House Speaker Feliciano Belmonte, Jr. and Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista. (MNS photo) MANILA, Feb 16 (Mabuhay) – President Benigno Read More …

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