Author: Mc Richard Paglicawan

Philippine folklore is replete with tales of another world where mythical creatures dwell deep within the forest. These beings live in a different realm, far away from mortals.These mythical creatures are called the Engkantos, who, unknown to many, still nest in the fringes of humanity. And from their dark origin comes a mystic tale full of enchanting revelations and transformations.This is the story of Luna Mystika, GMA-7’s highly-awaited telefantasya set to illuminate a magical and entrancing glow on the landscape of primetime TV starting November 17 on the Telebabad block.Luna Mystika features the country’s most promising stars in plum roles…

Here are the comparative TV ratings of ABS-CBN and GMA-7 shows from November 11 to 13, based on the overnight ratings conducted by AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households:November 11, TuesdayNon-Primetime:SiS (GMA-7) 9.6%; Boy & Kris (ABS-CBN) 8.1%Rosalinda (GMA-7) 12.7%; Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) 15.5%Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 22%; Wowowee (ABS-CBN) 17.3%Daisy Siete (GMA-7) 17.2%; Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) 18.7%; Pieta (ABS-CBN) 17.1%Saan Darating ang Umaga? (GMA-7) 17.4%; El Cuerpo del Deseo (ABS-CBN) 17%; Las Tontas (ABS-CBN) 9.5%Primetime:Family Feud (GMA-7) 25%; Kapamilya, Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) 22.3%24 Oras (GMA-7) 33.8%; TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) 30.5%Codename: Asero (GMA-7) 32.8%;…

Nalungkot ang mga tagahanga ni Gabby Concepcion sa pagtatapos ng kauna-unahan niyang teleserye sa loob ng kanyang showbiz career at sa ABS-CBN, ang Iisa Pa Lamang. Maging si Gabby ay very vocal din sa pagsabi ng kanyang kalungkutan nu’ng makausap siya ng ABS-CBN.com. ”Well, ganu’n lang talaga. All good things must come to an end. Hindi naman forever. Tamang-tama naman dahil it will give me time to be with my family, to be with my mother,” paunang salita ni Gabby.Ayon sa aktor, kailangan niyang pumunta muna ng Amerika upang magbigay supporta sa kanyang ina na malamang ay nangungulila sa pagkawala…

Piolo Pascual will be doing more love scenes with his on-screen partner actress Angel Locsin for “Land Down Under”, which is their first film together.“Definitely sexy, definitely it’s a love scene …hindi naman siya bold. Angel is sexy so given na iyon,” Pascual said before he flew to Australia late Thursday.Pascual added that since the film is targeted at the General Patronage market, they will be careful in doing the intimate scenes.Pascual followed Locsin to Australia to finish the last part of their movie.“I will be there for 10 days. Sila naka-one week na so I will just catch up,”…

The give-all attitude that Mark Anthony has towards life is something his father Rudy Fernandez imparted. “My dad said, Walang Plan B, walang Plan C. Buhos mo lahat,” he says. This outlook probably saved Mark in his darker days. By now, everyone knows about his stint in rehab and the slow, grueling climb to recovery. Just like anyone, Mark’s life hit countless road blocks. But one can take a cue from Mark’s resilience and learn a thing or two bout bouncing back.Today, Mark is back to being the talented actor that everyone once knew, his star shining brightly in roles…

Ryan Agoncillo said that he and fiancee Judy Ann Santos almost broke up.But the actor and TV host was quick to clarify that this took place after a major fight during the first year of their relationship.During “The Buzz’s Tough 10 Questions” Sunday, Agoncillo confessed that “the first year of our relationship was very rocky.” He added that it was even tougher for him because his girlfriend is a superstar.“Ang love mahirap pagtapos na ang honeymoon stage. Nandiyan na ‘yong magkaka-kilanlan kayo and it is even tougher that my GF is the young superstar,” he said.He recalled that during those…

mga KA-FRESHNESS, naguguluhan talaga ako, baket DALAWA ang lumabas na ratings for NOVEMBER 10, MONDAY?magka-iba, from ABANTE to PEP! ang gulo nila ha, napaghahalataan tuloy!NOV 10, MON RATINGS VERSION 1SiS 11.4% vs. Boy and Kris 8.1%;Rosalinda 16% vs. Game Ka Na Ba 20.9%;Eat Bulaga 23.1% vs. Wowowee 21%;Daisy Siete 22.6% at Una Kang Naging Akin 23.7% vs. Pieta 17.8%;Gaano Kadalas ang Minsan 21.5% vs. El Cuerpo del Deseo 18.4%;Family Feud 23.2% vs. Deal or No Deal 20.6%;24 Oras 29.2% vs. TV Patrol 26.9%;Codename: Asero 32.4% vs. Dyosa 27.1%;Gagambino 32.8% vs. I ♥ Betty La Fea 28.8%;Lalola 30.7% vs. Pinoy Fear…

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Worst Performance by an Actressa. Nicole Uysiuseng (My Girl)b. Sheryn Regis (i Love Betty La Fea)c. Jewel Mische (Kamandag)d. Yasmien Kurdi (Babangon Ako’t Dudurugin Kita)e. Jolina Magdangal (ITALY) VOTE HERE!!!Worst Performance by an Actora. Victor Aliwalas (Marimar)b. Jon Avila (Kapitan Boom)c. Paolo Ballesteros (Dyesebel)d. Mark Abaya (Ligaw na Bulaklak)e. Ronnie Liang (i Love Betty La Fea) VOTE HERE!!!Ham Actress of the Yeara. Marian Rivera (Marimar)b. Iya Villania (Lastikman)c. Mariel Rodriguez (Varga)d. Ruffa Gutierrez (Kokey) VOTE HERE!!!Ham Actor of the Yeara. Dingdong Dantes (Marimar)b. Richard Gutierrez (Codename: Asero)c. Jake Cuenca (Palos)d. Carlos Agassi (Princess Sarah) VOTE HERE!!!Super Patawa but never Funny…

CALAPAN CITY — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has approved the application of a Mindanao-based mining firm to mine for gold and other precious metals in areas declared by the United Nations as “a biosphere reserve” in Oriental Mindoro, triggering an uproar from local officials and residents here.Environment Secretary Jose L. Atienza, Jr. reportedly granted the application of Agusan Petroleum Resources Corp. for a financial or technical assistance agreement (FTAA) reportedly without any prior consultation with local officials.Among those who have expressed opposition to the project are Gov. Arnan C. Panaligan, first district Rep. Rodolfo G. Valencia,…

Still Showing [Number of Weeks Counted]* Number of Weeks at #1PhP 179,235,324 – A VERY SPECIAL LOVE [8]**PhP 174,176,905 – Iron Man [7]***PhP 154,109,085 – The Dark Knight [12]**PhP 139,536,301 – CAREGIVER [5]*PhP 134,695,005 – FOR THE FIRST TIME [7]**PhP 123,950,107 – The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor [10]PhP 113,866,074 – Kung Fu Panda [9]PhP 109,146,436 – Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull [6]*PhP 101,257,478 – MY BESTFRIEND’S GIRLFRIEND [6]PhP 96,117,134 – National Treasure: Book of Secrets [6]**PhP 95,453,397 – Hancock [6]**PhP 95,038,571 – Wanted [6]*PhP 91,640,032 – 10,000 B.C. [8]***PhP 90,573,846 – The Incredible Hulk…

Alam nyo ba na merong artificial lake na ginawa sa Bansud Park sa mismong harap ng Munisipyo? Ibinase sa Burnham Park sa Baguio, may mga maliit na bangka na pwedeng sakyan ng mga namamasyal. Sa ngayon, iilan pa lang ang mga bangka pero ayon sa balita, magkakaron ang bawat barangay ng kani-kanilang bangka.Patok sa mga namamasyal ang nasabing tanawin lalo na sa mga batang mag-aaral na madalas sa lugar pagkatapos ng kanilang klase. Eto ilang larawan na biglaan lang kinunan ng minsan kaming mapadaan.Credits to the owner

The side of Mindoro that is more famous is Oriental Mindoro because of Pueto Galera. What most people do not know is that Occidental Mindoro has a lot to boast also.In Occidental Mindoro, you can find the second largest contiguous coral reef in the world and the largest one in the Philippines. It is in Apo Reef. A protected area where you can see lots of fish, coral reefs and there are even sharks. A favorite dive spot.A resort nearby, the Pandan Island Resort is a great place to snorkel and even to dive. But for the non-divers, you would…