Updates
Cory and Ninoy, together in P500 Bill
0Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, headed by BSP Governor Amando Tetangco Jr., plans to include the late former President Corazon Aquino beside her husband Ninoy in the P500 peso bill. Former Energy Secretary Vince Perez made this proposal as a sign to honor the President for her contributions to regain the democracy that we had now. Tetangco already asked the numismatic committee to consider the proposal to put up the portrait of former President Aquino on the P500 bill in designing our new-generation currency notes. Hopefully, we’ll be seeing the couple together in this Filipino currency. Besides, President GMA is on the P200 peso bill isn’t it?
Victoria Beckham in American Idol Season 9
0Victoria Beckham, former Spice Girls member will be on the 9th Season of American Idol as their guest judge. Along with singer-songwriter Katy PerryShe, Victoria will be with Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi and Simon Cowell , during the audition phase of the show . This was after Paula Abdul left the said Talent Search. Meanwhile, reports said that Paula will be on another reality TV Show, “So You Think You Can Dance ” as one of the judges.
Iwa Moto enjoys being the New ” Valentina “
0Iwa Moto was supposedly fitting her costume for Babaing Linta, but to her surprise during the story conference, she got the role of Valentina. We will about to see a different Valentina this time as Darna and her were bestfriends before who will become mortal enemies. She is also proud to say that without Valentina, there will be no Darna. Meanwhile, Celia Rodriguez, the former Valentina during her younger years, was very proud of Iwa Moto that she gave her some pointers on how to portray the said role that was originally offered to Katrina Halili before, but the latter refused to accept. Darna is about to air August 10, on GMA Telebabad.
Powerade Team Pilipinas wins over Sri Lankans
0Our very own Powerade Team Pilipinas started on its first step on their quest for a 2010 World Championship as they win over Sri Lankan squad with the score 115-31, to notch its first win in the 25th FIBA-Asia Championship at the Tianjin Gymnasium in Tianjin, China. The game served as a glorified workout for the RP nationals, who blasted the unknown Sri Lankans with an 8-0 run in the first quarter. They ended the half with a comfortable 44-17 cushion and never trailed throughout the game. Trained by Coach Yeng Guiao, the team made a brutal transition attack and sturdy defense that made the hapless Sri Lankans to score a miserable two points on fastbreak. Sri Lanka is a cricket-playing nation who was a virtually unknown entry in the tournament. According to Assistant coach Rhoel Nadurata, the recent match is just a preparation to the upcoming games with Korea and Japan.
Meg Magazine August 2009 – Kim Chiu
2Tayong Dalawa lead star Kim Chiu is on the cover of Meg Magazine on its August 2009 issue. As their series continues to reign on its Primetime spot, Kim remains humble and give her best to make her acting more intense and realistic. She is also very successful in terms of commercial endorsements as she already have 25. Get to know more about Kim Chiu as she was featured on Meg Magazine, available nationwide.
PNP New Senior Superintendents, Named
014 newly-promoted PNP Senior Superintendents headed by PNP chief Director General Jesus A. Verzosa swore into office yesterday as they were promoted by Versoza and the DILG through the approval of President GMA.
14 Newly Promoted Senior Superintendents
Francisco B. Santiago Jr.
Amando S. Lagiwid
Eliseo T. Rasco
Noli A. Romana
Ernesto D. Gaab
Restito P. Gatera
Rayland L. Malenab
Celso I. Pestaño
Mario N. Rariza Jr.
Thomas U. Abellar
Pedro A. Austria Jr
Julito M. Diray
Allan T. Cuevillas
Michael M. Bisagas
President Cory, to be a National Hero
0former President Corazon Aquino was honored by the House of Representatives through a house resolution, that aims her to be a National Hero because of her biggest contribution to our democracy. The House Resolution No. 42 was filed by Rep. Rodolfo “Ompong” Plaza of and Rep. Liwayway Chato. Meanwhile, Senator Noynoy Aquino thanked all those in the House who honored her mother through that resolution. The resolution will also declare January 25 as ” Cory Aquino Day ” that will be celebrated each year. According to Rep. Abraham Mitra, the decision is yet to be finalized hopefully by next week.
Princess Ryan for Maxim Philippines
0Star magic Batch 13 Princess Ryan is on the cover of Maxim Magazine. Now on its August issue. Princess showed her revealing curves for the said Magazine. She is also a part of the Saturday gag show Banana Split and a performer in ASAP. Also a member of the all girl group, Kool Chx. Grab a copy of Preview Magazine, available nationwide.
Cesar Montano’s Brother, New PASG Director
0Rommel Montano, Cesar Montano’s brother was appointed as the new Presidential Anti-Smuggling Goup Director. PASG chief Undersecretary Antonio Villar Jr,made the said appointment to strengthen its anti- smuggling campaign in Bohol. Meanwhile, TV Host and Actor Cesar Montano expressed his support for his brother’s advocacy to prevent the smuggler’s illegal activities and not paying proper tax to the government.
Sen. Jamby Madrigal for President
0Senator Jamby Madrigal expressed her decision to run for the 2010 Elections. But Congressman Gilbert Remulla of the Nacionalista Party, mocked her pronouncement by putting her in the ranks of Eddie Gil and Ely Pamatong, the nuisance presidential candidates in 2004. According to him, Madrigal’s candidacy would make the elections a colorful democratic practice. Meanwhile, Madrigal said that she does not have any personal motives in running for President because her goal is plain and simple, to serve faithfully.Madrigal’s campaign color is green, the one that she wore during the SONA last July 27, 2009.