MJ Lastimosa: 'Let’s not blame anyone anymore'

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Jan 272015
 
MJ Lastimosa: 'Let’s not blame anyone anymore'

MJ Lastimosa thanked her fans for their support during the Miss Universe competition, and asked them not to blame anyone on the pageant’s results. PR Photo/ ABS-CBN MANILA, Philippines – Mary Jean “MJ” Lastimosa on Tuesday night posted a video message on Facebook calling on Filipinos to stop blaming anyone for her loss in the 63rd Miss Universe. “Let’s not blame anyone anymore. Let’s just spread the love and be at peace kasi ‘yan lang ang nakakaganda,” MJ said in her video message. MJ was able to make it to the Top 10 finalists, but failed to enter the top 5. Miss Colombia was eventually crowned Miss Universe 2014. After MJ’s loss, several netizens blamed the Colombian-designed gown of the Philippine bet. “Don’t be sad, kasi nakita naman ng buong mundo na pinaglaban natin, ‘di ba? So let us be happy and always be positive,” MJ said. MJ, meanwhile, thanked her supporters, called “MJ All The Way,” for supporting her her three-year journey in the beauty pageant field. She joined Bb. Pilipinas three times before finally winning the Bb. Pilipinas-Universe title. Entertainment ( Article MRec ), pagematch: 1, sectionmatch: 1 “Tatlong taon din natin itong pinaghirapan, and ito tapos na, first day of finally graduating sa pageant career,” she told her fans. “Sobrang masaya. At least ‘yong ending ng journey ko, naging proud kayo sa akin sa kung anuman ang kinalabasan ng competition.” MJ also asked Filipinos to support this year’s winners in the Bb. Pilipinas beauty pageant. The event Read More …

2 Filipinos among 9 dead in Tripoli hotel bomb attack

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Jan 272015
 
2 Filipinos among 9 dead in Tripoli hotel bomb attack

In this image made from video posted by a Libyan blogger, the Cortinthia Hotel is seen under attack in Tripoli, Libya, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. Gunmen stormed the luxury hotel in the Libyan capital of Tripoli on Tuesday, killing several foreigners and guards, officials said. The blogger, @AliTweel, captured the moments shortly after the blast, when flames rose up from outside the hotel, appearing to be from the aftermath of the car bomb. AP / @AliTweel via AP video TRIPOLI, Libya – Gunmen stormed a luxury Tripoli hotel popular with diplomats and officials Tuesday in an attack claimed by the Islamic State group, killing at least nine people — including five foreigners — before blowing themselves up. Two of the dead foreigners were identified by authorities as Filipinas. Two other Filipino women were reportedly among the five wounded. The assault on such a high-profile target underlined the fragile security situation in the Libyan capital, which is controlled by a patchwork of militias allied with one of two governments claiming to rule the country. And if it is confirmed that it was carried out by Islamic State militants it would highlight the growing reach of an extremist group with ambitions to spread its influence throughout the Middle East and North Africa. After setting off a car bomb outside the opulent Corinthia Hotel — where visiting world leaders have met local dignitaries in the past — three militants rushed inside and opened fire, Issam al-Naass, a security services spokesman, told Agence France-Presse. Read More …

Pinoy chef lands in international restaurant guidebook – Where Chefs Eat 2015

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Jan 272015
 
Pinoy chef lands in international restaurant guidebook - Where Chefs Eat 2015

With thousands of restaurants at our disposal, who better to filter the list and suggest places worth ingesting all that carbs for than chefs? They, of all people (I hope) know what good food is and so their restaurant recommendations definitely bear meaning.   book That’s what the publishers at Phaidon thought so too that’s why in 2013, they released the book Where Chefs Eat: A Guide to Chefs: Favorite Restaurants where 400 of the world’s top chefs gave their suggestions, consequently making our decision-making a lot easier.   On February 9, Phaidon will release the 2015 edition, which will contain 80% new material as it includes in the roster 18 more countries, 67 North American cities, and 200 new chefs, listing down a total of over 3,200 restaurants worth dining in.   chef tb (Photo: antoniosrestaurant.ph) Where Chefs Eat 2015 is made more extra special as it includes the Philippines’ very own celebrated chef Tony Boy Escalante of Antonio’s restaurant in Tagaytay. He is the very first Filipino to contribute to the book and share his list of favorite food joints. His inclusion just shows how credible the guidebook is as the recommendations came from the real insiders, and not some panel of mysterious and questionable food “experts.”   This story first appeared on Coconuts Manila. For more food stories, visit <http://manila.coconuts.co/tags/food>

Pops Fernandez, Society of Seven in Filipino concert, Feb. 7, at Pala

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Jan 272015
 
Pops Fernandez, Society of Seven in Filipino concert, Feb. 7, at Pala

Lhey Bella also to perform Pops Fernandez PALA, CA   – Pops Fernandez, the Filipino “Concert Queen” will perform with the Society of Seven in a special Filipino concert at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, February 7, in the Events Center at Pala Casino Spa & Resort.  Lhey Bella, a rising Filipino star, also will perform with the Society of Seven.  Fernandez, one of the most popular performers in the Philippines, has recorded numerous chart-topping songs and attracted sell-out crowds throughout her 20+-year career.  The Society of Seven is a variety group and show band that traces its roots back to the ‘60s and performs throughout Asia and the United States.  Lhey Bella enjoys a wide musical range and performs jazz standards, dance tunes, R& B and rock and roll. Tickets on sale at 10 a.m., Friday, December 12, with no service charge, at the Pala Box Office in the casino, or call 1-877-WIN PALA (1-877-946-7252).  Tickets also are available at Star Tickets, 1-800-585-3737, or www.startickets.com. Pala is located in Northern San Diego County; from San Diego/Riverside, take I-15 to Highway 76 east five miles; from Los Angeles County and Orange County, take I-5 south to Highway 76 east, then travel 23 miles.  Pala is 15 miles north of Escondido, 12 miles south of Temecula. Address:  11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA 92059 Telephone:  1-877-WIN-PALA (1-877-946-7252) Web site:  http://www.palacasino.com Other shows coming to Pala: Kathy Griffin, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, January 10, 2015, Events Center. Tickets, $60. $50, $40, $30 at www.startickets.com Tu Quy (Fantastic Four) Vietnamese Concert, 7 p.m., Saturday, January 17, 2015, Events Center.  Tickets, Read More …

JI leader Marwan believed dead in Mamasapano clash

 Entertainment
Jan 272015
 
JI leader Marwan believed dead in Mamasapano clash

Senator Bongbong Marcos, chair of the Local Government Commitee together with Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago preside over the public hearing of the Bangsamoro Basic Law. Santiago applied the debate format in proceeding with the hearing. (MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin said the military is now confirming reports that Jemaah Islamiyah leader Zulkifli bin Hir also known as Commander Marwan was killed in a day-long firefight between the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in Mamasapano town in Maguindanao on Sunday. “Well, we have no confirmation but that was the report we got last night…According to reports they (PNP) were able to neutralize one of them, si Marwan, although ‘yung isa nakawala, ‘yung si Basit Usman,” Gazmin told reporters in Camp Aguinaldo on Monday. At least 30 police officers belonging to the elite group, Special Action Force (SAF) were confirmed dead in the firefight on Sunday. Army sources, however, said they suspect that about 50 people died from the clash, majority of them belonging to the side of the police. Gazmin said he, Interior and Local Government Secretary Mar Roxas and PNP officer-in-charge Deputy Director General Leonardo Espina will go later on Monday to Maguindanao and Cotabato to assess the situation and to confirm the report about Marwan’s death. “We will validate that (report). I am going to Cotabato today so that I can get more accurate information to be able to disseminate to you,” Gazmin said. In a report sent to Read More …

Tension eases at clash site in Mamapasano town – AFP

 Entertainment
Jan 272015
 
Tension eases at clash site in Mamapasano town – AFP

President Aquino visits on Monday the site of the explosion in Zamboanga City last week that killed two people and wounded 50 others. Aquino also saw the victims in the hospital and inspected the city jail after reports point to a plot by the Abu Sayyaf to free its jailed members.(MNS photo) MANILA (Mabuhay) – Tension in Mamasapano town started to subside a day after a dawn to dusk firefight between the police and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) on Sunday, the Armed Forces of the Philippines has said. “As of now there are no skirmishes happening in the ground and our effort to extricate all the casualties is ongoing,” AFP public affairs office chief Lt. Col. Harold told reporters on Monday Cabunoc said that as of 5 p.m. on Sunday, the armed groups who were involved in the firefight have already withdrawn from the encounter site. “So far, okay naman (ang situation on the ground). As of 7 p.m. wala nang naririnig na putok,” Cabunoc said. Cabunoc said members of the International Monitoring Team (IMT) and the Coordinating Committee on the Cessation of Hostilities (CCCH) have already arrived in Mamasapano town help ease the tensions by talking to the MILF and BIFF parties. “Of course there are tensions on the ground, (but) we are trying our best to talk to different leaders, the LGUs, the MILF and even BIFF to diffuse all tensions and settle the problem in a peaceful manner,” Cabunoc said. On Sunday, at least 30 Read More …

Nadine Lustre wants to work with Angel Locsin

 Entertainment
Jan 272015
 
Nadine Lustre wants to work with Angel Locsin

Nadine Lustre (MNS photo) Nadine Lustre admitted that it is her dream to have a project with actress Angel Locsin. Lustre said she admires actresses who excel both in drama and action shows. “Si Miss Angel Locsin, I’d love to work with her kasi gusto ko talagang project action,” she said. Locsin has already done a number of action TV shows including “Darna,” “Lobo” and “Imortal.” Saying she finds action shows cool, Lustre shared: “I want to do my own stunts. I know it’s dangerous, pero I want to do that.” “I’m just really a big fan of mga actresses na pwede sa action like sila Angelina Jolie, Zoe Saldana, Michelle Rodriguez. I think action is cool,” she said. However, the teen actress said she first needs to focus on the things that are currently keeping her hands full, including her upcoming projects with on-screen partner James Reid. “I’m definitely looking forward to more projects. I heard we have a project coming up but hindi pa kami nakukwentuhan. Hindi pa nila nasasabi ang details about it. But I’m really excited kasi maraming hinandang projects para sa amin,” she said. Lustre said she and Reid are fortunate that they are being given big breaks even if they are just newcomers in showbiz. “We are really happy kasi bago lang kami ang yet binubuhusan nila kami ng projects,” she said. (MNS)

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