Thursday, December 29, 2011

MMFF 2011 Awards - List of Winners/Awardees

The MMFF 2011 Awards Night at the Resorts World Performing Arts Theater
 
List of Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2011 Winners:
 
Best Picture:
Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story
 
2nd Best Picture:
 Enteng ng Ina Mo
 
3rd Best Picture:
 Shake, Rattle and Roll 13
 
Best Director:
 Gary dela Cruz (Asiong Salonga)
 
Best Actress:
 Maricel Soriano (Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow)
 
Best Actor:
 Dingdong Dantes (Segunda Mano)
 
Best Supporting Actor:
 John Regala (Asiong Salonga)
 
Best Supporting Actress:
 Eugene Domingo (My Househusband)
 
Best Child Performer:
 Bugoy Cariño (Shake, Rattle & Roll 13)
 
Best Original Story:
 Shake, Rattle & Roll 13: Lunod
 
Best Screenplay:
 Roi Iglesias and Rey Ventura (Asiong Salonga)
 
Gatpuno Antonio Villegas Cultural Award:
Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story
 
Best Production Design:
Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story
 
Best Editing:
 Jason Cahapay and Ryan Orduna (Asiong Salonga)
 
Best Musical Score:
 Nonong Buencamino (Asiong Salonga)
 
Best Sound Recording:
 Mike Idioma (Asiong Salonga)
 
Best Visual Effects:
 Riot, Inc. (Ang Panday 2)
 
Best Make-Up:
 Enteng ng Ina Mo
 
Best Original Theme Song:
 "La Paloma" by Ely Buendia (Asiong Salonga)
 
Best Cinematography:
 Carlo Mendoza (Asiong Salonga)
 
Gender Sensitivity Award:
 My Househusband, Ikaw Na!
 
Best Float:
 Panday 2

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Number coding suspended starting Thursday afternoon

The Metropolitan Manila Development (MMDA) on Wednesday by it's press release, number coding will be suspended in Metro Manila beginning 1 p.m. on Thursday.
 
The suspension intends to give freetime to motorists who will spend the New Year in the provinces.
 
Motorists with vehicles whose plate numbers end in 7 and 8 can use Metro Manila's major thoroughfares beginning 1 p.m. The MMDA, however, clarified that the cities of Makati and Las Piñas will not be covered by the suspension.
 
December 30, Rizal Day, number coding will be suspended for the whole day. The MMDA noted that the suspension already covers major thoroughfares in Makati and Las Piñas since Rizal Day is a regular holiday.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

List of banks accounts, drop-off points for 'Sendong' donations

Several groups and institutions have launched relief drive for the victims of Tropical Storm Sendong. Below is a list of  bank accounts for cash donations and drop off points for donations in kind such as canned goods; noodles; water; medicines for cough, colds, fever, diarrhea; hygiene kits, clothes, slippers, sleeping mats, feeding bottles, diapers and blankets.

*Philippine Daily Inquirer

Cash donations:

Account Name: Philippine Daily Inquirer Inc.

Account Number: 4951-0067-56

Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands

In-kind donations

Philippine Daily Inquirer Office

1098 Chino Roces Ave. at Mascardo and Yague Streets, Makati City

For inquiries, call PDI corporate affairs at 8978808 and ask for Bianca Kasilag or Connie Calagayan.

*Philippine Red Cross

Cash donations:

Account Name: Philippine Red Cross

Account Number: Peso: 00-453-0018647 Dollar: 10-453-0039482

Bank: Banco De Oro

Account Name: Philippine Red Cross

Account Number: Peso: 4991-0036-52 Dollar: 004994-0103-15

Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands

Account Name: Philippine Red Cross

Account Number: Peso: 151-3-041631228 Dollar: 151-2-15100218-2

Bank: Metrobank

Account Name: Philippine Red Cross

Account Number: Peso: 3752 8350 0034 Dollar: 3752 8350 0042

Bank: Philippine National Bank

Account Name: Philippine Red Cross

Account Number: Peso: 1015 4000 0201 Dollar: 1315 4000 0090

Bank: Unionbank of the Philippines

Red Cross also accepts donations in any of the 1,500 Cebuana Lhuillier pawnshops nationwide. For your donations to be properly acknowledged, please fax the bank transaction slip at nos. +63.2.527.0575 or +63.2.404.0979 with your name, address and contact number.

Through SMS and G-Cash

SMS

Text RED<space>AMOUNT to 2899 (Globe) or 4143 (Smart)

G-Cash

Text DONATE<space>AMOUNT<space>4-digit M-PIN<space>REDCROSS to 2882

You can donate the following denominations:

Globe: 5, 25, 100, 300, 500 or 1000

Smart: 10, 25, 50, 100, 300, 500 or 1000

In-kind donations

Philippine National Red Cross

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS

Bonifacio Drive, Port Area

Manila 1018, Philippines

For inquiries, email: fundgeneration@redcross.org.ph or call Hotline 143 or (+632) 527.0000.

*LBC Foundation

In-kind donations

LBC will deliver goods for free to the hardest hit cities and provinces. Donations may be dropped off at any LBC branch nationwide.

For inquiries, call the LBC hotline at (632) 8585-999.

*One for Iligan

Cash donations:

Account Name: Iliganons Sa Manila Inc.

Account Number: Checking Acct 5308004019 Asia-Tower Paseo Branch

Bank: Banco de Oro

*Iligan Bloggers Society

3553 Durango St., Palanan, Makati City 1235. For inquiries, contact Migz at 09065777812 or 09227130006 or  6-D Cypress Gardens Condo 112 VA Rufino St. Makati City and look for Meikah Delid

Berkeley Residences, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City.  For inquiries, contact Jamie Steffani Mijares at 09157744244

Madison Square Condominium, Taft Avenue, Manila, right in front of De La Salle University, beside Kenny Rogers . For inquiries, contact Roden Lim at 09228446777

*7-11 Stores

Cash donations may be coursed through 7-11 stores without service fees. Official receipts will be provided for the donors.

*Smart

Smart Money: Donors may help through Smart Money acct. no. 5577-5130-6822-1104 at any BDO, Hapinoy or Cebuana Lhuillier outlets.

Text: Smart subscribers may donate to victims via text. Send RED <amount> to 4143. Valid donation amounts 10, 25, 50, 100

*Globe

Gcash: For GCASH, donate through Red Cross by texting DONATE <amount> MPIN REDCROSS and send to 2882.

Text: Text RED <amount> and send it to 2899. You may donate in these denominations: 5, 25, 50, 100, 300, 500 and 1000.

*Angel Brigade

Cash donations:

Account Name : ISDANCO Foundation

Account Number: 4001577579.

Bank: RCBC

*Gawad Kalinga

Cash donations:

Account Name: Gawad Kalinga Philippine Peso Current Account

Account Number: 3101 0977 56 BPI EDSA Greenhills

Account Name: Gawad Kalinga US$ Savings Account

Account Number:  3104 0162 34 BPI EDSA Greenhills

Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands

*Xavier Science Foundation, Inc. with Xavier University

Cash donations:

Account Name: Xavier Science Foundation, Inc.

Account Number: 2041-0394-45

Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands, Main Branch, Velez St., CDO

Account Name: Xavier University

Account Number: 9331-0133-63

Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands, Divisoria Branch, CDO

For those who wish to seek an official receipt for their contribution, you may email a copy of the deposit slip at xsf@xu.edu.ph or fax to (088) 858-8062 / 858-3116 local 3100 and specify the details of your remittance (name of donor, contact information). You may also call (08822) 72-7701.

*De La Salle University

Cash donations:

Account Name:  La Salle Academy Iligan

Account No. 0820-016221-030.

Bank:  Development Bank of the Philippines

Donations in cash may also be received at Gate 2 of La Salle Green Hills at 343 Ortigas Avenue, Mandaluyong City 1550. You may also call any of the following telephone numbers for further inquiries: Aluimni Office — 721-2729, 722-7750, 725-4720; GS Principal at 721-2482; HS Principal at 721-8914; Buildings and Grounds Office at 721-8904 (Telefax)

La Sallian Mission Office at 726-5851 (Telefax)

*Akbayan

Cash or in-kind donations:

36B Madasalin St., Sikatuna Village, Quezon City. You may call 4336933 for more details.

*Armed Forces of the Philippines

In-kind donations

The Civil Relations Service AFP at Camp Aguinaldo is accepting donations. It will fly donations/relief goods via C130. Contact the Situation Awareness Center (SAC), CRS AFP, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City at 912-6615 or (0917)2471252. Contact Person is Lt. Col. Rolando Rodil, Operations Officer.

*Ateneo de Manila University

In-kind donations:

Ateneo QC at the Fr. Ortiz Hall, Social Development Complex from Monday up to Wednesday 10a.m. To10p.m.

*JRS Express

In-kind donations:

JRS Express now delivers relief goods for free. Please  visit <http://www.jrs-express.com/> or call +63 (2) 6317351 to 56 for more details.

*Negros Navigation

In-kind donations:

NegrosNavigation-Aboitiz Transport System Express Center at Pier 2; Negros Navigation corporate ticket outlets in Robinson's Ermita, Araneta Center Cubao, Victory Mall Caloocan and Pier 15 and Pier 2.

*SuperFerry

Donations may be sent to SuperFerry corporate ticket outlets in Robinson's Ermita, Araneta Center Cubao, Victory Mall Caloocan.

Friday, December 23, 2011

Number coding suspended except Makati and Las Pinas

The Number Coding in Metro Manila has been lifted amid an influx of holidaymakers during the Christmas season, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MDMA) stated starting 1 p.m. Friday "to facilitate convenience and mobility of travelers in preparation for Christmas Day."
 
However, the number coding doesn't include the cities of Makati and Las Piñas.
 
Under the scheme, vehicles with plate numbers ending in 9 and 0 are not allowed on major thoroughfares from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
 
 

10 ways to make 2012 a better year

1. Don't worry, be app-y
There are so many little technological wonders that can make your life easier next year. Whether you're trying to save money, want to learn a new skill or simply like playing games when you're bored, there's an App for you!
 
2. Cook up a storm
Preparing meals from scratch may help you discover your inner Curtis Stone AND will drastically improve your diet. Make sure you regularly drink water and eat fruit and veg, protein (eggs), iron (steak), omega oils (fish) and wholegrains.
 
3. Be positive
We're not telling you to jump for joy every five seconds, but throwing a little bit of optimism at things you do goes a long way. In 2012, start each morning by reading an affirmation card. Don't expect bad things to happen and avoid looking for negatives at every opportunity.
 
4. Turn off the TV
Too many of us spend every spare moment gawping at the gogglebox. Why not read a book, play cards, or (shock horror!) have a chat instead?
 
5. Get on the map
Do you talk of seeing the world but never even manage a local camping trip? Bring your travelling dreams to life by sticking colourful flags on the places you want to visit on a world map and aim to head to one of your dream destinations by the end of the year.
 
6. Rock the stock
If you want to invest a little bit of cashola, make sure you buy stocks that pay dividends.
 
7. Step outside
In 2012, regularly head to the beach for a walk, a run, a swim, yoga, surfing or paddle-boarding and make the most of this wonderful climate we live in.
 
8. Give up the grapple
Most of the hurt, bitterness and anger in the world stems from people clinging to past problems. The more you dwell on them, the worse you will feel. Let go of your historic moans and groans and move on. Nothing can hurt you now!
 
9. Baddie buddies
Whether your toxic relationship is with a friend, family member, lover or colleague, you must get rid of any negative people in your life. Make 2012 the year for surrounding yourself with those who love you and want what is best for you and give them the same support back.
 
10. Goodie two shoes
There are so many ways to do something good next year. Be a more conscientious recycler, volunteer at your local homeless shelter, donate money to charity, walk your elderly neighbour's dog. Goodness does wonders for your soul.
 
 
 

December 2011 Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination (Middle East) results released

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 31 out of 98 passed the Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination given by the Board of Mechanical Engineering in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; Jeddah and Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and in Doha, Qatar this December 2011. (PRC)

December 2011 Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination (Middle East) results

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LRT-1, LRT-2, MRT-3 schedules for the holidays

The Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) has released its train schedules for both the LRT and MRT on Christmas and New Year.

Below are the schedules:


LRT Line 1 and 2 first/last commercial train departure time

(All stations at both lines open at 5 a.m.)

December 24

Line 1 - Baclaran Terminal - 8 p.m.
- Roosevel Station - 8 p.m.
Line 2 - Santolan Station - 8 p.m.
- Recto Station - 8:30 p.m.

December 31

Line 1 - Baclaran Terminal - 7 p.m.
- Roosevel Station - 7 p.m.
Line 2 - Santolan Station - 7 p.m.
- Recto Station - 7:30 p.m.


MRT Line 3

December 24

First train (North Avenue) - 5:30 a.m.
Last train (North Avenue) - 8:30 p.m.

First train (Taft Avenue) - 5:30 a.m.
Last train (Taft Avenue) - 9 p.m.

December 25

First train (North Avenue) - 7 a.m.
Last train (North Avenue) - 10 p.m.

First train (Taft Avenue) - 7:30 a.m.
Last train (Taft Avenue) - 10:30 p.m.

December 30

First train (North Avenue) - 5:30 a.m.
Last train (North Avenue) - 10 p.m.

First train (Taft Avenue) - 5:30 a.m.
Last train (Taft Avenue) - 10:30 p.m.

December 31

First train (North Avenue) - 5:30 a.m.
Last train (North Avenue) - 8:30 p.m.

First train (Taft Avenue) - 5:30 a.m.
Last train (Taft Avenue) - 9 p.m.

January 1, 2012

First train (North Avenue) - 7 a.m.
Last train (North Avenue) - 10 p.m.

First train (Taft Avenue) - 7:30 a.m.
Last train (Taft Avenue) - 10:30 p.m.

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Thursday, December 8, 2011

Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close Official Trailer - Tom Hanks Movie (2011) HD



Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close Official Trailer #2 - Tom Hanks Movie (2011) HD

Based on the acclaimed novel of the same name, "Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close" tells the story of one young boy's journey from heartbreaking loss to the healing power of self-discovery, set against the backdrop of the tragicevents of September 11. Eleven-year-old Oskar Schell is an exceptional child: amateur inventor, Francophile, pacifist. And after finding a mysterious key that belonged to his father, who died in the World Trade Center on 9/11, he embarks on an exceptional journey--an urgent, secret search through the five boroughs of New York. As Oskar roams the city, he encounters a motley assortment of humanity, who are all survivors in their own ways. Ultimately, Oskar's journey ends where it began, but with the solace of that most human experience: love.

The Three Stooges Official Trailer




The Three Stooges Official Trailer #1 - Farrelly Brothers Movie (2012) HD


Left on a nun's doorstep, Larry, Curly and Moe grow up finger-poking, nyuk-nyuking and woo-woo-wooing their way to uncharted levels of knuckleheaded misadventure. Out to save their childhood home, only The Three Stooges could become embroiled in an oddball murder plot...while also stumbling into starring in a phenomenally successful TV reality show.

The Five-Year Engagement Official Trailer



The Five-Year Engagement Official Trailer #1 - Jason Segel, Emily Blunt Movie (2012) HD

A comedy that charts the ups and downs of an engaged couple's relationship.

Mission Impossible 4 - Ghost Protocol - Official Trailer



Mission Impossible 4 - Ghost Protocol - Official Trailer

Release Date: 21 December 2011
Genre: Action | Adventure | Thriller
Cast: Tom Cruise, Jeremy Renner, Paula Patton
Directors: Brad Bird
Writer: Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec
Studio: Paramount Pictures

Plot:
The IMF is shut down when it's implicated in the bombing of the Kremlin, causing Ethan Hunt and his new team to go rogue to clear their organization's name.
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