‘Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition’ to Air on Saturdays and Sundays Starting October 1
September 30, 2011 by ABS-CBN · 2 Comments
The country’s top-rating kiddie cooking reality show “Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition” will serve a scrumptious double treat every weekend as it airs on Saturdays (6:45 pm) and Sundays (7 pm) starting October 1.
UFC Specials Air Every Sunday on Balls Sports Channel
September 30, 2011 by ABS-CBN · Comments Off
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) champions Dominick Cruz, Frankie Edgar and undisputed George “Rush” St-Pierre (GSP) must not relax as fierce and equally unblemished contenders are on their way to steal their titles.
Balls (SkyCable Channel 34), home of the UFC in the Philippines, proudly airs the much-awaited special bouts of some of UFC’s most sought after fighters.
Reigning UFC bantamweight champ Cruz puts his title on the line against top contender Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson in “UFC on Versus: Cruz vs. Johnson” on October 2, 9:30a.m.
Alongside Cruz and Johnson’s match is the must-see explosive collision of two heavyweights Pat “HD” Barry and Stefan “Skyscraper” Struve. Plus, Anthony “Rumble” Johnson will lock heads with Charlie “The Spaniard” Brenneman in a breathtaking welterweight fight.
Two championship bouts also set the stage for an unforgettable Sunday of mixed martial arts action. Edgar graces the exciting four-hour UFC 136, as he battles with unbeaten competitor Gray Maynard for the third time. Featherweight phenom Jose Aldo also defends his title against greedy veteran Kenny Florian while middleweight contenders Chael Sonnen and Brian “All American” Stann will meet in one of the highly anticipated fights of the year. UFC 136 airs on October 9, 9:30a.m. (Same-day replay on Studio 23 at 10p.m.)
It’s been a year now since GSP hit Manila. Now, he’s geared up to achieve another milestone in UFC 137, as he puts his title and nine-fight winning streak at stake against top welterweight contender Carlo “The Natural Born Killer” Condit , who’s all-out in toppling the longtime king of the Octagon. Former two- division champion BJ Penn also squares off against unblemished Nick Diaz. UFC 137 airs on October 30, 9:30a.m.(Same-day replay on Studio 23 at 10p.m.)
Also this October, current Light Heavyweight champion Jon “Bones” Jones is set to visit Manila and Cebu for an exciting UFC Media Tour.
Get your UFC fix on Balls, the home of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Balls channel is available on SkyCable Platinum, SkyCable Gold, SkyCable Silver and over 200 quality cable operators nationwide. For more updates, follow us at facebook.com/BallsChannel.
Halloween Celebration Kicks Off in ‘Happy Yipee Yehey’ this Saturday
September 30, 2011 by ABS-CBN · Comments Off
Happy people of the Philippines are invited to wear their scariest costumes as “Happy Yipee Yehey!” (HYY) begins Halloween celebration this Saturday. Prizes await the best in costumes.
Catch the scary yet much-awaited opening number featuring humorous comedians Tado, Gerard, Bangkay and Lilia, together with HYY hosts Melai Cantiveros and Bentong.
The handsome RJR trio, composed of Randy Santiago, John Estrada at Rico J Puno, won’t scare but enliven everyone with their Ghostbusters-inspired presentation.
Most talented housemaids also battle it out in the exciting monthly finals of “Miss KB” while the sizzling hot “My Girl” contenders give their best shot in the weekly finals. Pratty (John Pratts) and Sexbomb Aira also grace the dance floor for their special showdown.
After her sold-out 10th anniversary concert at the Big Dome, ultimate Multimedia Princess Toni Gonzaga come back in HYY to host the weekly battle of the brains “Batang Genius.”
Weekends are never the same when you’re with your favorite noontime barkada. Don’t miss the fun and the whopping gifts and prizes to be given away in “Happy Yipee Yehey!,” Mondays through Saturdays, after Showtime on ABS-CBN. Bida Best Kapamilya!
Marian Rivera Wins Award from TV5′s ‘Juicy’
September 30, 2011 by cd · 8 Comments
It looks like the Marian Rivera-Cristy Fermin rift is over as the Kapuso Primetime Queen was awarded the Juiciest Female Celebrity Award (whatever that means) by TV5′s daily showbiz talk show Juicy.
Rivera bested other nominees like Sarah Geronimo, Erich Gonzales, Lovi Poe and her current enemy Heart Evangelista.
In a video taken by Juicy, Marian Rivera accepted the award, thanked the Kapatid network, and Juicy then said hi to Cristy Fermin.
Camille Prats to Take a Break from ‘Munting Heredera’
September 30, 2011 by cd · 3 Comments
Camille Prats plans to take a break from her primetime teleserye “Munting Heredera” following burial of her late husband Anthony Linsangan earlier this week.
Lhar Santiago reported on 24 Oras that Camille asked for two days off from shooting but today, Friday, she is set to return on the set of the said soap opera.
“I’m committed to ‘Munting Heredera’ and I really love that show. I really love the people that I work with. Ayoko namang iwan sila ng gano’n lang. They’re like a family to me so ‘pag nakikita ko sila they make me feel better,” Camille said.
Camille thanked the people who condoled with her during the funeral service of her husband at the Heritage Memorial Park Chapel before they proceed at the Manila Memorial Park for the burial last Tuesday, September 26.
Bagyong Quiel Update – September 30, 11 a.m.
September 30, 2011 by cd · 2 Comments
Bagyong Quiel was last spotted 640km east of Tuguegarao City and it is expected to make landfall in Cagayan Valley by Saturday according to the latest weather update of Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration or PAG-ASA.
Bagyong Quiel is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 640 kms East of Tuguegarao City (17.4°N, 128.5°E) with maximum sustained winds of 140 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 170 kph and is moving West at 22 kph.
PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL
Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds):
Cagayan
Isabela
Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds):
Calayan Group of Islands
Babuyan Group of Islands
Apayao
Kalinga
Mt. Province
Ifugao
Nueva Vizcaya
Pangasinan
Benguet
La Union
Ilocos Sur
Ilocos Norte
Abra
3-DAY WEATHER FORECAST
Saturday morning: 190 km East Southeast of Aparri, Cagayan or 160 km East of Tuguegarao City
Sunday morning: 360 km West of Tuguegarao City
Monday morning: 870 km West of Tuguegarao City
Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under Public Storm Warning Signals are alerted against possible flashfloods and landslides. Likewise, those living in coastal areas are alerted against big waves or storm surges generated by this tropical cyclone.
Bagyong “Quiel” is expected to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring scattered to widespread rains over Southern Luzon and Western Visayas.
Source: PAGASA
Mario Maurer in Manila to be Aired by ABS-CBN
September 30, 2011 by ABS-CBN · 4 Comments
ABS-CBN clinches deal as official broadcaster of Mario Maurer in Manila.
Valenzuela City Mayor Sherwin Gatchalian Takes the Hot Seat on ‘The Bottomline’
September 30, 2011 by ABS-CBN · Comments Off
King of Talk Boy Abunda probes on the life and love of controversial Valenzuela City Mayor Sherwin Gatchalian this Saturday night (Oct.1) on The Bottomline with Boy Abunda.
From the much talked about issue of his initiative to take down a sexy underwear billboard in EDSA, Mayor Sherwin gives light to more issues including his rumored plan to run in the upcoming 2013 senatorial elections.
Mayor Win talks about his past romantic relationships, his take on age-appropriate health and sexuality discussion, and names councilor Shalani Soledad as the most beautiful artist topping his list.
With “bottomliners” Dr. Denis Ngo, Nini Borja, MIchael Lopez, Xiao Chua, Nho Nho Malay, Marlon Alejandrino and Gia Apelo, more secrets will be revealed this Saturday night on The Bottomline with Boy Abunda after “Banana Split” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.com or follow abscbndotcom on Twitter.
