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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
CHERRY MOBILE T8 TOUCH TV UP TO 43% OFF DECEMBER 15 TO 18, 2011
Accent Micro's Christmas Warehouse Sale is from December 15-17, 2011
Details
- Accent Micro's Christmas Warehouse Sale is from December 15-17, 2011.
- Sale Hours: 10:00am to 7:00pm
- Up to 50% off on selected items and 12 Mos 0% interest.
Location
101 G/F Parc Royale Condominium, Julia Vargas Ave., Ortigas, Pasig
SHOOTING STARS TONIGHT DECEMBER 14, 2011
MANILA, Philippines - Showing on Wednesday night is the The Geminids meteor shower .A spectacular show of colorful shooting stars — at a rate of 40 an hour— would be visible in the night sky starting at around 9:30pm till early Thursday morning, astronomers said on Tuesday.
“The small ones will whiz by in split seconds; the big ones in over a second. They’re like fireballs, and come in different colors. That makes it spectacular,” said Dario dela Cruz, chief of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s space sciences and astronomy section.
The meteor shower, visible to the naked eye, could be observed initially in the eastern sky, then overhead, and in the western sky, he said. And unlike previous meteor showers, stargazers will have a clearer view on Wednesday night. Weathermen forecast clear night skies, except for some cloudiness in the northern section.
At their peak, the meteors will rain down at a rate of 40 per hour in a dark and cloudless sky. A gibbous moon, however, could make it difficult for spectators to observe the small ones, according to Dela Cruz. The phenomenon is referred to as the Geminids because they appear to radiate from the constellation Gemini, the Twins.
The Best Way to View it
Astronomy magazine's Richard Talcott offers some tips to avoid the moon's bright light from obscuring your view: One way to compensate for the Moon's presence is to find a spot where a building or tree blocks the Moon from view. This will make the sky appear darker. Then, focus your attention in the direction opposite where the Moon lies. And of course, when trying to view any celestial event, it's always best to get away from cities and towns where the light could obstruct your view.
Most meteor showers occur when Earth passes through debris left by comets. The Geminid meteor shower, however, come from the debris of 3200 Phaethon, a near-Earth asteroid. However, according to NASA, asteroids don't usually have debris trails like comets. While there are clues about the source of the Phaethon debris, scientists sill are not certain where it comes from. "We just don't know," Cooke said. "Every new thing we learn about the Geminids seems to deepen the mystery."
Meteor showers are the icy stream of debris shed by comets as they orbit the sun. When the Earth travels through this stream, meteors appear to fall from a particular place in the sky. Meanwhile, the country will experience its longest night on Dec. 22, according to Pagasa.
Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer & Huffington Post
OAKLEY MAKATI WAREHOUSE SALE UP TO 70% OFF
Details
- The Oakley Warehouse Sale is from December 15 to 17, 2011.
- Up to 70% off for all items which they call Extreme Collections.
- Sale Hours: 9:30am to 5:30pm.
- Sale also happening at the following nationwide:
- TiO2 Greenbelt 3 and G-Force Stores in SM Megamall, Bonifacio High Street, Mall of Asia, TriNoma, Newport, SM City Cebu, Greenfield Sta. Rosa, Ayala Cebu and Marquee Mall in Pampanga.
Location
- 8062 JASRA Building, Estrella Street corner St. Paul Road, San Antonio Village, Makati City (View Map)
Converse Mega Sale up o 70% Off is from December 15 - 18, 2011
Details
- Converse Mega Sale is from December 15 - 18, 2011.
- Up to 70% OFF on selected items.
- Happening only at Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall.
NIKE Agility Warehouse Sale is from December 15-22, 2011
Details
- The NIKE Agility Warehouse Sale is from December 15-22, 2011.
- December 15: 10:00am to 3:00pm (Exclusive to Employees)
- December 15: 3:00pm to 7:00pm (Open to the Public)
- December 16-22: 10:00am to 7:00pm.
- Up to 80% OFF on selected items.
- Items on sale include Nike Shoes, Apparels and Accessories.
- Available only at the Nike Agility Center in Paranaque.
Location
Agility Center, Ninoy Aquino Avenue cor. Multinational Village, Paranaque City
SM Department Store PAG-IBIG Day SALE, December 14, 2011 mall hours is extended up to 10:00 p.m.
Details
- SM Department Store PAG-IBIG Day today only, December 14, 2011.
- Get 10% OFF on All Items for a minimum P500 purchase.
- Simply present your PAG-IBIG, SSS, or GSIS ID together with your company ID and SM Advantage, SM Prestige or BDO Rewards Card.
- Non SMAC members may avail of 5% discount today.
- Happening at all SM Department Store branches nationwide.
- For inquiries, please call the SM Advantage Hotline at 833-888 (for Metro Manila) and 1-800-833-888 (Outside Metro Manila)
SOLENN HEUSSAFF GINEBRA CALENDAR GIRL 2012
French-Filipina and Kapuso singer-actress Solenn Heussaff is the calendar girl of Ginebra San Miguel for the year 2012.
Solenn Marie Adea Heussaff is her full name.
Solenn’s name comes from Selena, meaning goddess of the moon.
She was born on July 20, 1985 to Cynthia Adea, a Filipina, and Louis Paul Heussaff, a former French Marine of Breton/Celtic descent,who is now the head of a service company for the petroleum industry.She has an older sister named Vanessa and a younger brother named Erwan. Her brother Erwan used to date Anne Curtis who’s an ex of Richard Gutierrez who’s being linked to Solenn.
This particular photo is from all voices
Solenn is not just a pretty face. She’s very much inclined to the arts. She’s actually an assistant designer for Tan Gan Limited Edition, giant fashion retail here, and a professional makeup artist who studied in Paris. Before her limelight in showbiz, Solenn was doing a brilliant job already in fashion magazines and design. In her spare time, her creativity is indulged in painting.
Bad boys and shaved heads turn her on.
Solenn has a mantra tattooed on her rib written in French. “If I fall, I will rise again.”
She body-painted the controversial Joey Mead (shot wearing only body paints) for the Rogue magazine’s cover.
Solenn Heussaff is the calendar girl of Ginebra San Miguel for the year 2012.
Solenn is a talented actress, singer, model, VJ, painter and designer rolled into one.
Solenn had a three and a half year relationship with hottie Derek Ramsay.
Solenn appeared in this Coffee Mate commercial. Solenn appeared in this Pop Cola commercial.
She’s an endorser of Penshoppe, a famous brand here.
MARES 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS SALE UP TO 70% OFF
Get ready for SUMMER!
Details
- MARES 12 Days of Christmas Sale is from December 12-23, 2011.
- Up to 30 to 70% OFF on selected items.
- Sale Hours: Mondays to Fridays (10:00am to 7:00pm) and Saturdays & Sundays (12:00nn to 4:00pm)
- All Mares equipment will be discounted from masks, booties, wet suits , BCD, and regulators.
- For inquiries, please call 403-0519 to 20.
Location
- G/L 7805 Vistamar Buliding, Mayapis St. corner St. Paul, San Antonio Village, Makati City
LG PHONES ON SALE
LG Optimus Net P690
- Promo Price: P7,990 (Standard Retail Price of P8,990)
- Sale available on December 10, 15 and 20, 2011 only.
- Avail of this promotion in all LG Concept Stores & Kiosks nationwide.
- For detailed specifications, click here.
LG Optimus Pro C660
- Promo Price: P7,490 (Standard Retail Price of P8,490)
- Sale available on December 11, 16 and 21, 2011 only.
- Avail of this promotion in all LG Concept Stores & Kiosks nationwide.
- For detailed specifications, click here.
LG Wink WiFi C305
- Promo Price: P3,190 (Standard Retail Price of P4,490)
- Sale available on December 12, 17 and 22, 2011 only.
- Avail of this promotion in all LG Concept Stores & Kiosks nationwide.
- For detailed specifications, click here.
LG Wink Dual X330
- Promo Price: P2,490 (Standard Retail Price of P3,990)
- Sale available on December 13, 18 and 23, 2011 only.
- Avail of this promotion in all LG Concept Stores & Kiosks nationwide.
- For detailed specifications, click here.
LG Wink Dual X330
- Promo Price: P1,990 (Standard Retail Price of P3,590)
- Sale available on December 14, 19 and 24, 2011 only.
- Avail of this promotion in all LG Concept Stores & Kiosks nationwide.
- For detailed specifications, click here.
LG Mobile Concept Stores
- 4/F Cyberzone, Mega B, SM Megamall
- 4/F Cyberzone, The Annex, SM North Edsa
- 2/F Bldg A, SM Taytay
- 2/F SM Cebu, Cebu City
- 3/F SM City Davao Eco Land, Davao City
- Unit 223 North Wing, SM City Bacolod
LG Mobile Kiosks
- 3/F Cyberzone, SM Fairview
- 2/F CSI Citimall, Lucao Dist., Dagupan City
- 2/F SM Iloilo
- LG/F Gaisano, General Santos
- LG/F Cyberzone, SM Manila
Philippine Airlines 12 days of Christmas Big fare sale from December 14 to December 26, 2011
Starting today Wednesday, flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) will be selling tickets to all its international and domestic destinations at giveaway rates.
Details
- Sale Period is from December 14 to December 26, 2011.
- Travel period is from January 10 to March 15, 2012.
- Book and buy through www.philippineairlines.com using MasterCard or VISA credit card or BancNet ATM card. Or, purchase tickets at any PAL ticket office or DTP travel agents.
- Limited seats only and are on sale on a “first come, first served basis.” .
- Valid for one way and combinable for roundtrip travel on economy class.
- Mileage Accrual: All tickets will earn double miles under PAL’s Mabuhay Miles program.
- Free Baggage Allowance: 15 kgs. for Fiesta (Economy) class.
- Philippine Airline’s 70th anniversary Promo
The following are the prices for roundtrip PAL tickets (excluding fuel surcharges and government taxes) to the following destinations:
- Beijing US$80
- Shanghai US$60
- Xiamen US$50
- Delhi US$108
- Sydney US$298
- Melbourne US$298
- Manila-Tokyo US$248
- Cebu-Tokyo US$298
- Nagoya US$248
- Fukuoka US$248
- Osaka US$248
- Honolulu US$308
- Guam US$228
- Bangkok US$48
- Saigon US$48
- Singapore US$48
- Jakarta US$48
- Hong Kong US$30
- Macau US$30
- Taipei US$30
- Las Vegas US$498
- Vancouver US$498
- Los Angeles US$498
- San Francisco US$498
- Economy P788
- Business Class P3,988
- Economy P788
- Business Class P3,988
- Economy P1,388
- Business Class P4,988.
MIRRIAM DEFENSOR SANTIAGO NOW A JUDGE IN INTERNATIONAL COURT
Santiago said she could only leave her seat in the Senate once she would be called by the ICC to report to her new work.
The senator will be one of the six judges, who will assume office in March 2012. But Santiago said it might take a year before she assumes the post.
Santiago said on radio that she would be the first Filipino to sit there.
Her staff member, Tom Tolibas, said the senator got 79 votes in the first round of the ICC election, which automatically got her elected to the ICC.
Aside from Santiago, the committee on international criminal court posted on Twitter that Anthony Carmona of Trinidad and Tobago was elected to the ICC. In the radio interview, Santiago joked that she probably won a seat in the ICC because her enemies campaigned for her so that they could get rid of her.
Santiago topped the first round of the elections with more than two-thirds majority (79 votes), which was enough for her to win. Santiago will be the first Filipino to sit as judge of the 16-man Int'l Criminal Court based in The Hague, The Netherlands.
Prior from Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago winning the seat, DFA Secretary Albert del Rosario welcomed Santiago’s nomination for the prestigious international post as he stressed that the finding of the Independent Panel “validates the confidence the Philippine government has placed in the excellent qualifications and outstanding character of our candidate, Professor Dr. Miriam Defensor Santiago.”
The Panel was established by the Coalition for the International Criminal Court (CICC) in December, 2010, to encourage States Parties to nominate the most qualified candidates to be judges of the ICC. The CICC includes 2,500 civil society organizations in 150 different countries working in partnership to strengthen international cooperation with the ICC.
The Independent Panel consists of experts in international law, international criminal law and procedure, humanitarian law and human rights law. They include the chair Justice Richard Goldstone, former Chief Prosecutor of the UN International Criminal Tribunals for Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia, where he sat as chair; and Patricia Wald, former Chief Judge of the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia and former judge of the UN International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia, among others.
“It assessed each candidate according to the “list” to which he or she was nominated, either ‘List A’ consisting of candidates with expertise and substantial experience in criminal law, or ‘List B’ consisting of candidates with expertise and experience in international law relevant to the ICC.”
Santiago, a former trial court judge and expert in international law, is one of 19 candidates that was eyed for six vacant seats on the ICC. She is included in List B. Based on geographic representation, one of the six is reserved for Asia. One other country from Asia, Cyprus, is competing for that seat.
However, that country’s candidate, George A. Serghides, was not among those that the Independent Panel found as “Qualified” because he lacks the necessary relevant experience, whether as judge, prosecutor, advocate or in other similar capacity, in criminal proceedings, according to the Panel.
“We see the ICC as playing a significant role in ending impunity, preventing crimes against humanity and in strengthening international peace and security,” said Secretary Del Rosario. “The Philippines wishes to contribute to the work of the ICC and has launched the candidature of Dr. Santiago with this topmost in our minds.”
Source: INQUIRER, GMA News and Manila Bulletin
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
SMART- SUN MERGER P 549 UNLIMITED POST PAID DUAL PLAN
Details
- The Smart-Sun Dual Plan 549 is available to new subscribers only.
- Plan comes with FREE Nokia C2-03 Dual SIM phone.
- Unlimited texts to Smart and Sun
- 2 Hours of Call to Smart and 4 Hours of Call to Sun
- Existing Sun and Smart subscribers can avail of this plan as additional line.
- You will receive 2 billing statements every month, P349 for SMART and P200 for Sun.
- Available at Smart Wireless Centers and Sun Shops nationwide.
Available in other colors
SENATOR PING LACSON'S SON IS RHIAN RAMOS NEW BOYFRIEND
Sen. Lacson confirms son is now actress Rhian Ramos’ boyfriend.
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| Rhian Ramos |
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| When asked about his son’s rumored relationship with Ramos. Sen. Lacson said yes and that he don't meddle with his son's lovelife. |
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| Jeric Lacson with Gary Valenciano. |
Showbiz talkshow host Cristy Fermin wrote in her December 11 column that Jeric supposedly called Gumatay to stop bugging Ramos. Rhian Ramos’ ex-boyfriend, Mohan Gumatay known as “DJ Mo,” supposedly made a remark against Jeric.
Gumatay, allegedly told the young Lacson,
“You are not the senator. You’re just his son. if you want to kill me, come here. Alone without bodyguards,” the column reads.
“You are not the senator. You’re just his son. if you want to kill me, come here. Alone without bodyguards,” the column reads.
Asked for comment, Lacson said, “It’s ill-advised of Mr. Gumatay to even mention me directly and indirectly for the reason I already mentioned.”
The Dark Knight Rises in 2012
The Dark Knight Rises: The epic conclusion to Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy. Christian Bale again plays the dual role of Bruce Wayne/Batman. The terrorist leader Bane arrives in Gotham City, and pushes its hero Batman to breaking point and beyond. The film also stars Anne Hathaway, as Selina Kyle. Tom Hardy, as Bane. Marion Cotillard, as Miranda Tate and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, as John Blake.
COMING SOON IN 2012!
AIR PHIL EXPRESS SEAT SALE DECEMBER 12 TO 14, 2011
Air Phil Express
Sale Period: December 12 to 14, 2011
Travel Period: April 1 to June 30, 2012
Details
- Quoted fares for Domestic and International Flights are for one-way only.
- Fares are with 15 kilos Free Baggage Allowance.
- Philippine Goverment Tax not included.
- Fare is not guaranteed until the final purchase.
- Subject to rules and conditions, please review carefully.
| Domestic Destinations | One-Way Fare |
|---|---|
| Cebu to Cagayan De Oro, Bacolod, Iloilo, Ozamiz, Tacloban, Zamboanga or Davao and vice versa | P588 |
| Manila to Cagayan De Oro, Surigao, Cotabato, General Santos, Ozamiz, Tacloban, Zamboanga or Davao and vice versa | P888 |
CEBU PACIFIC SEAT SALE DECEMBER 12 TO 15, 2011
Cebu Pacific
Sale Period: December 12 to 15, 2011
Travel Period: January 10 to February 29,2012Details
- Quoted fares are one-way and have limited availability.
- Fare are exclusive of government fees and taxes.
- International fares are exclusive of fuel surcharges.
- Fares are non-refundable.
- Flight changes must be made more than 24 hours before scheduled time of departure.
- CAB approved terms and conditions of carriage apply.
| Domestic Flights | One-Way Fare |
|---|---|
All Domestic Destinations Bacolod, Boracay (Caticlan), Busuanga (Coron), Butuan, Calbayog, Cagayan de Oro, Catarman, Cauayan (Isabela), Cebu, Clark, Cotabato, Davao, Dipolog, Dumaguete, General Santos, Iloilo, Kalibo, Legaspi, Laoag, Manila, Naga, Ozamiz, Pagadian, Puerto Princesa, Roxas, San Jose (Mindoro), Siargao, Surigao, Tacloban, Tagbilaran, Tuguegarao, Virac and Zamboanga | P88 |
| Travel Period: January 10 to February 29, 2012 | |
| International Flights | One-Way Fare |
Clark to Macau or Hong Kong | P688 |
Manila or Cebu to Hong Kong | P888 |
Manila to Macau | P1,088 |
Manila to Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai or Taipei | P1,488 |
| Travel Period: February 1 to April 30, 2012 | |
Monday, December 12, 2011
MO TWISTER LETTER DATED DECEMBER 10, 2011
Letter From Mo Twister
Image courtesy of www.showbiz-portal.com
Letter of Mo Twister to Fashion Pulis
December 10, 2011
Dear Fashion Pulis,
I saw your post regarding Rhian Ramos' interview on 24 Oras. I was hoping I can write this to you in order to give my side regarding your online entry. I'm trying to put this past me and maybe this letter can help in doing that.
I’m hoping this is the last time I have to speak of this issue. After Rhian’s statement on 24 Oras, I would like to clear a few things with all of you. Everything I will say here is fact, easily proven. First, I did not harass Rhian. Our relationship ended in October when I broke up with her while we were riding in my van the day after my birthday. Since then, we have had several arguments regarding issues of infidelity during our relationship but I have not harassed her. Since our breakup, she has willingly come to my house on 2 occasions, met with my family and spent the night at the hospital with me at St. Luke’s a few weeks ago—all can be confirmed. The last time I saw her was the night in the hospital and since then I have not returned any of your calls or text messages, also easily proven by cell phone records and texts log. So please, I’d appreciate it if she would refrain from implying that I have been harassing her or, somewhat narcissistically, thinking I cannot go on without her. We, under their orders, have lied to the public about our relationship for so long but the several people who have knowledge of it can attest that we both do not harass each other. I am happily dating someone new, as Rhian is, and I have not reached out to contact her in any way since our breakup in October.
I DID NOT upload the video that spoke of what we went through. I am also appalled that she denied any knowledge of the existence of the video when she knows that I physically gave her a copy in front of your mother and lawyers in May and even before that, we watched it together. I have been trying my best to find out exactly how the video was uploaded and I appeal to the individual in possession of my personal files to not upload any further videos that we have made.
Regarding the “threat” to take away everything she loves away from her. A variety of undesirable remarks were thrown during our heated arguments, including references to my sick daughter and to her career. I despised how easily a decision to stop something for a career can be made and she specifically told me, “what I’ve worked for in the past 5 years is the MOST important thing in my life.” I then rebutted with, “it should not be the most important thing in your life, because it is just a job. As easily as a baby can be sacrificed, which was so important to me, a persons job can also be easily taken away even though it’s the most important thing in someone’s life.” That was the conversation. If I were so threatening in the past and so abusive, then there should have not been any reason that after our brief break-up in April, that we would have sustained a relationship until October.
Yes, I met her at 16, as colleagues in this industry. It does not imply that we had a romantic relationship. Prior to me, after 16, she had 2 “official” relationships with other actors in her network. I was not even close enough to her to be invited to her debut at 18, and we only became very close after her relationship prior to me.
Again, I’m sorry about the video. I am continuing to follow up on how it happened. But at the same time, I cannot and will not deny the facts in the video. I also will not insult the memory of our child by denying its existence. I tried making a stand for it then and I will make a stand for its memory now. In our time I have known of two of these instances and something has to be done to stop it. Her family is fully aware of this and I hope that one day, their drive for money and fame will take a backseat to what is most important (as Rhian says), which is family. The one you have now and the ones you were supposed to have. Rhian will always have a special place in my heart. As ugly as this ended, I will always love her and treasure every second we spent together because it was very real for me. I will regret some of the things we have done, some of thing we have said, but I will not regret the time we put in for each other. I appreciated all the nice things she has done for me and I have forgiven the times when it got out of hand. I cannot forgive her family’s stance on some of the issues we encountered. I did not appreciate the violent tweets from Rhian's father but I’m glad she told him to stop it. Her new boyfriend has done the same and I too am glad he has erased some of them. I have successfully not contacted Rhian for the past few months and our relationship is something I’ve moved on from. I admit I struggle, as she was always aware, with the loss of our child. I expect that to last for a very long time.
I hope the best for Rhian’s career. I’m glad she has a supportive network to back her and the executives there have always been favorable to her so I assume she will get over this. To be honest, the only time I have been insulted throughout this recent ordeal was when I believe Atty. Gozon said in an interview that I am out to ruin Rhian’s career. And that this is all “ungentlemanly.” As a parent, if that happens to him (knock on wood), I assume he wont take it lightly and that career should not be the focus of any his statements—as ungentlemanly as that may sound. I’m sorry to the people we have let down. I have been seeking therapy for the past year to help get over the loss and be a better person. My decision to leave temporarily was decided long ago. I have lost myself in the wilderness of this industry, maybe in taking a break, I can find myself once more.
Again, this is the last time I'd like to share about this. For those who are sick of it, I understand. I am too. But when lie after denial after hypocrisy gets to pile up, frustration and the need to set it straight feels in order. I don't have a manager or network machinery to concoct statements for me. So I hope this is the last of it. Thank you for reading my letter.
Sincerely,
Mo Twister
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