2013 03/29-04/04

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SCENES IN THE CITY

Bradford Adkins, 'SCENES In The City' is a widely read Filipino-American community column in San Francisco since 2008. Online, it is being globally read by more than 1.7 M viewers in 160 countries. The column features include: the issues and events, the individuals and organizations moving the community.

The First Ever Miss Philippines Earth (USA) is from Bay Point, CA - Ginger Conejero. She is now a seasoned Celebrity Host/News Anchor at ABS-CBN in the Philippines.

THE SEARCH IS ON FOR MISS PHILIPPINES EARTH (USA)

TO-BE SEEN IN THE CITY

(SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA) – Adkins Multi Media Concepts and RB Productions just announced that the search for the 2014 Miss Philippines Earth (USA) beauty queen is now on.

Those who are at least a quarter Filipino lineage, born Female, between 18-25 years old, single (never been married or divorced) can join for a chance to represent the Filipino Community in the US in the annual Miss Philippines Earth Pageant and its activities, being held in the Philippines, for a whole month after the Lenten season.

For application, please call (408) 667-3439 or send email to:Bradford_adkins@yahoo.com

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ABS-CBN STATEMENT

23 March 2013

Ms. Kris Aquino and her kids are going on an earlier planned vacation starting today, March 23.

Upon her return, Kris will fulfill her commitments to her soap “Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw,” which is nearing its end. She will also have to stay as a judge in “Pilipinas Got Talent” till its end on June. Being a foreign franchise, there are commitments we have to fulfill and rules we need to abide by.

Kris TV had taped advanced episodes in anticipation of her long planned vacation with her sons.

Ms. Kris Aquino and ABS-CBN management are also scheduled to meet upon her return to Manila.

Meanwhile, we wish Kris and her sons a peaceful and restful vacation. We respect her need for privacy at this difficult time.

- Bong R. Osorio, Head of ABS-CBN Integrated Corporate Communications

Sir Chief, Maya and the gang fly to the Middle East this week to start their world tour. Where

in the world will they go next? (ABS-CBN/TFC)

"Be Careful With My Heart" kicks off World Tour with shows in the Middle East this week

The Filipino Channel's (TFC) hit kilig-serye "Be Careful With My Heart" is set to begin its highly anticipated world tour on Thursday (March 28) as Maya (Jodi Sta. Maria), Sir Chief (Richard Yap) and other cast members of the show fly to the Middle East for the first leg of the event. The world tour kick-off will happen on March 28 in Abu Dhabi, Du Forum, Yas Island from 9pm to 10:30pm. While on March 29 (Friday), Maya and Sir Chief will deliver total entertainment to their supporters who will join them in Dubai, Indian High School, Oud Metha Dubai from 8pm to 9:30pm.

After their Middle East tour, Maya and Sir Chief will continue on spreading the good vibes from the Philippines to the United States and Canada. The cast will have special shows in Los Angeles on May 10 (Friday), in Florida on May 12 (Sunday) and in Edmonton, Alberta in Canada on May 17 (Friday). The hit tandem and the other cast members of the show will also be the stars and the highlight of "One Kapamilya Go!" event in Canada on May 19 (Sunday), which will be held at Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto.

Continue to watch "Be Careful With My Heart" worldwide on TFC, online on www.TFC.tv. Find and connect with TFC on Facebook, at www.facebook.com/KapamilyaTFC(ABS-CBN Corp Comm/TFC)

DANIEL PADILLA TO ROCK THE BIG DOME ON APRIL 30

After recently proving his charm in the box-office, the country's hottest young actor-singer Daniel Padilla is set to conquer the Big Dome on April 30 (Tuesday) for his post-birthday concert that will unleash the 'old school rocker' side of him.

According to Daniel, who will celebrate his 18th birthday on April 26, his first-ever concert is dedicated to everyone who supports him.

"I'll do everything to make the show successful," said Daniel who will introduce his favorite 'old school rock' music to his young supporters. "This concert is my gift to my fans. It's my way of saying thank you to all the support they have given me. We'll just enjoy on that day."

Fresh from the box-office success of his and Kathryn Bernardo's first movie team-up "Must Be...Love" and the multiple awards that his song "Nasa 'Yo Na Ang Lahat" bagged from the Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2013, Star Records' platinum-selling recording artist will go all-out for his concert, together with some of the closest people in his life including his "Princess and I" co-star Khalil Ramos and his 'princess' Kathryn.

Under the production of Star Records, "Daniel LIVE: A Birthday Concert" in Smart-Araneta Coliseum will start at 7:30pm on April 30. Tickets are now available at Ticketnet outlets and at Smart Araneta Coliseum Box Office (Yellow Gate). Simply call 911-5555 or log ontowww.ticketnet.com.ph.

For more updates about "Daniel LIVE: A Birthday Concert," visit Star Records’ Facebook fanpage at www.facebook.com/starrecordsphil or follow @starrecordsph on Twitter.

COCO, WILLING TO SACRIFICE EVERYTHING FOR LOVE. Teleserye Prince Coco Martin is ready to work his charms once again as his character in ABS-CBN’s no.1 superhero drama series “Juan dela Cruz” has finally decided to follow his heart and continue pursuing Rosario (Erich Gonzales). After becoming friends with his rival Kael (Arron Villaflor), Juan (Coco) is now more inspired to prove himself to the only girl he loves. Is Juan ready to sacrifice his friendship with Kael to win Rosario's heart? Will he also leave the Kapatiran for Rosario? How will Juan’s love life affect his responsibilities as the sole protector of the 'Bakal na Krus?' Don’t miss the exciting adventures of Philippine television’s favorite superhero “Juan dela Cruz” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN’s Primetime Bida. For more updates about “Juan dela Cruz,” follow @JUANDELACRUZ_TV on Twitter or ‘like’ its official Facebook fanpage at http://www.facebook.com/JuanDelaCruz.TV.

Myx TV’s ‘Unbeatable Banzuke’ is the ultimate challenge of man vs. obstacle

The Japanese game show phenomenon returns to American television

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (March 25, 2013) – The brave and outrageous come to your TV screens in the unconquerable game show where every obstacle, barrier, and misfortune nearly guarantees a challenger’s failure, except for the very few who beat the odds and make it to the list of champions or Banzuke. Japan’s iconic sports entertainment show, Unbeatable Banzuke, premieres on Myx TV on March 28 and airs Thursdays at 9/8c.

The 30-minute show packs the crazy and comedic attempts of contenders whose reckless audacity for adventure are both bizarre and appealing. Strange physical challenges abound from going through obstacle courses on handstands to jumping off trampolines and trying to land on the most narrow of foam boards via unicycles, pogo sticks, and skateboards. In this impossible attempt to the goal, ramps, sandbags, broken bridges, water, and human exhaustion stand between challengers and 2 million yen and bragging rights of superhuman capacity belonging only to few.

“We're thrilled to bring Unbeatable Banzuke to Myx TV, where the physical challenges are both incredibly entertaining and intense,” said Joy Bovatsek, Head of Programming for Myx TV.

This is hilarious TV that you don’t want to miss. Tune into Myx TV or check www.myx.tv for channel listings in the city where you live.

GMA News videos now accessible on iPhones

Filipino mobile news consumers from all parts of the world can now catch the latest news from GMA Network while they’re on the go.

An updated version of the GMA News mobile application for iOS now offers video clips from GMA News programs. The app is available for free download on the Apple App Store.

GMA News Online v 2.0 for iPhone, iPad, and iPod enables users to customize its content by choosing which sections of the website will appear on the app. It also features an option to display 10 or 15 articles from each section.

“We just want to be where news consumers are going. Our improved app combines two exploding trends – mobile and online video,” GMA News Online editor-in-chief and GMA Network VP for Multimedia Journalism Howie Severino said.

He explained that only selected GMA news videos will be viewable on mobile initially, but the volume of video content will eventually increase.

Developed by New Media Inc., the updated app has a new action bar that lets users go directly to his or her favorite section and manage customization settings. It also includes links to the YouScoop app on iTunes, as well as to the GMA News mobile site, Twitter profile, and Facebook page.

In an effort to make GMA News content available in more social media platforms, articles on the new app may now be shared not just on Facebook, but also through email and on Twitter.

The app lets users experience smooth, paper-like scrolling within the articles. A single swipe enables readers to move from one section to another or from one article to the next story on the same section.

Each story on the app also includes a link on that gives users the option to read the story on the GMA News Online mobile site.