TV5 Airs Exclusive Coverage Of Gilas Pilipinas Vs Iran And Turkey On June 8 And July 1

The heat is back on for basketball fans as the days come closer for the most awaited FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament.  While all eyes are fixed for the judgment days on July 5 to 10, the Philippine team is in for a series of tune up events including a faceoff with Asia's powerhouse team, Iran in the Gilas Road to Glory on June 8 at the SMART Araneta Coliseum, live on TV5.  Gilas Road to Glory is in preparation for the FIBA OQT that will decide the remaining slots for the Men's Basketball event in the most coveted RIO 2016 Olympic Games.

After Gilas' fateful triumph against the mighty contenders of Iran last year, the Pinoy national team is set for a surely exciting home court tune up game. Gilas' win over the towering Iranian basketball heroes in the 2015 FIBA Asia Championship was the first time in recent history that placed the Philippines in a fashionably victorious finish in Group E. With a score of 87 – 73, team Gilas swept off Iran, one of Asia's strongest teams and then defending champion. The faceoff between Iran and the Philippines in the coming Gilas Road to Glory is an opportunity for the Philippine team to defend their win from their last match and at the same time a great occasion to test the team as they go against one of their biggest and strongest opponents before their much bigger fight in the FIBA OQT.  Pinoy basketball fans will surely enjoy watching live the mighty Gilas home court heroes as they go head to head with the Iranian team who gave them their hard earned victory during the FIBA Asia Championship.  Tickets for the Gilas Road to Glory: Philippines vs. Iran are now on sale through Ticketnet outlets.

Aside from the sure action in the exciting tune up game between the Philippines and Iran, what most Pinoy basketball fans is excited to know is the official final 12 Gilas line up.  Catch this awaited revelation in the Gilas Road to Glory Final 12 Show on June 26, 6:30pm-7:30pm live on TV5.

Another tune up game to watch out for in the Gilas Road to Glory is Philippines vs. Turkey on July 1, 7pm at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Turkey is one of the teams coming to Manila for the FIBA OQT in July, together with France, Canada, Senegal and New Zealand. The Turkish team is part of Group A to compete with Canada during the FIBA OQT opening day on July 5 and with Senegal on July 7.

Gilas Road to Glory is a call for the country's support for the Philippine team in their tune up games as they prepare for the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament. Buy your tickets now at Ticketnet outlets and for ticket inquiries contact 911-5555 or check www.ticketnet.com.ph. Witness as Gilas Pilipinas play against powerhouse teams, Iran and Turkey. Catch the live action on TV5 and updates at Sports5.ph.LABAN PILIPINAS!

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TV5 Airs Exclusive Coverage Of Gilas Pilipinas Vs Iran And Turkey On June 8 And July 1

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Emilia Clarke Finds Love In 'Me Before You'

British actress Emilia Clarke takes a 360-degree turn from her famous Mother of Dragons character, Daenerys, in "Game of Thrones" to portray the wide-eyed, endearing Louisa, in New Line Cinema's heart-tugging romance, "Me Before You."

"What drew me to this movie were the words of Jojo Moyes, the book first and then the script," explains Clarke. "I was hooked on page one and so excited to play a character with such charm and sincerity, who is so authentically and brilliantly British, and with such a lovely arc in her story."

With no clear direction in her life, quirky and creative Lou works hard as a waitress in a small café in order to help her family make ends meet. "Louisa is a happy-go-lucky, very content girl," observes Clarke of her character. "When we first meet her, she is working at The Buttered Bun Café, serving tea and scones. She's very good at it, she loves the clientele, and we see she's a sweet kind of caring girl who just wants to do well."

But times are tough and Lou is let go. Knowing her income is as crucial as her skill set is minimal, she tells her local job placement agent that she'll happily try anything. Her naturally cheery outlook is put to the test, however, when she faces her newest career challenge as caregiver and companion to Will Traynor. A once robust young man, he became wholly dependent on others due to an accident two years prior, and his whole world changed dramatically in the blink of an eye.

Director Thea Sharrock says, "Lou lives with her parents, her sister, her grandpa and her nephew in a very small house in a very small town. But her mum doesn't have a job, Granddad doesn't have a job, and Dad now doesn't have a job, so her small income is a very big deal. Yet her outlook remains a sunny one."

To find an actress who could play positive under pressure, the filmmakers cast a wide net. "We saw hundreds of girls, and I had Skyped with Emilia about the role, but I can honestly say that when she walked in to audition and did her first scene, it was literally like Lou was in the room," Sharrock recalls. "There was no question. Her energy was exactly right; like Lou, she was just a breath of fresh air."

Clarke had an easy rapport with the first-time feature director. "Thea is just the greatest, I love her. You'd never, ever, know that this was her first film," she declares. "It's a testimony to her intelligence, her integrity and her work ethic that working on this project, with its very tricky subject matter, felt almost effortless. She was so giving and always had a smile and a laugh to put us at ease, and that trickled down to everyone. I never felt like I was working."

Based on the critically acclaimed, bestselling novel by Jojo Moyes, New Line Cinema's and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures' "Me Before You" stars Emilia Clarke ("Game of Thrones") and Sam Claflin ("The Hunger Games" movies), under the direction of renowned theatre director Thea Sharrock, making her feature film directorial debut. 

Oftentimes you find love where you least expect it. Sometimes it takes you where you never expected to go…

When Louisa Clark—Lou, as she's known—unexpectedly loses her waitressing job she must scramble to replace the income that her tight-knit family depends upon. Desperation drives her to take a job as a caregiver to Will Traynor, a man who used to be a wealthy banker with an adventurous soul, living life to the very fullest, but for whom those days are in the past. After a tragic accident, Will lost the desire to live and now keeps everyone at a distance with his caustic, overbearing attitude. But unlike his family, Lou refuses to tiptoe around him or cater to his moods. In fact, her sparkling personality and easy nature are hard for even Will to ignore, and soon enough each becomes exactly what the other needs.

Set for release across the Philippines on June 15, "Me Before You" is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment company.

The film's Original Motion Picture Soundtrack will be available to download/stream via digital stores starting June 3. Get the CD for only Php 459.00 at Astroplus/Astrovision stores starting June 10.

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Emilia Clarke Finds Love In 'Me Before You'

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Daniel Padilla Humiliated By Fans In Isabela

Daniel Padilla's professionalism was once again tested when a (not so) fan humiliated him during a live performance in his recent out-of-town show.

Just recently, Facebook user Kenneth Talosig Ringor IV posted a video of Kapamilya King of Hearts performing "Hinahanap-Hanap Kita" after a live audience in Ilagan City Sports Complex in Isabela when a group of male audience made a scene that caught everyone's attention including Daniel. It was reported that the group called Daniel names and even showed him the middle finger.

The video below shows Daniel talking with the event security on stage before approaching the audience saying: "Oh ano? Nasan na kayo?" He then walked on the other side of the stage and murmured "#*+%@& pala kayo" that made the event's organizers decide to switch his microphone off.

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Daniel Padilla Humiliated By Fans In Isabela

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Julie Anne San Jose Graduates From College

Kapuso award-winning singer/host/actress/endorser/recording artist and concert performer Julie Anne San Jose is looking forward to a new chapter in her life as she graduated from college on Tuesday.

Julie Anne graduated from Angelicum College in Quezon City, majoring in Communication Arts. 

She admitted that finishing her degree while managing a singing career resulted in "sleepless nights, fatigue and even disappointments."

"I've realized it's okay to admit I wasn't perfect, I was struggling. I've juggled work and studies, yet managed to survive," she wrote as the caption to her graduation photo she shared to her more than 500,000 followers on Instagram.

"As I went through four and a half years, I've learned that it pays not to worry so much about where you ranked but rather think about the joy you get with what you do.

"Life doesn't offer us a smooth path. There will always be tough times, regrets and failures as well as success, reward and happiness," San Jose added.

"It's been a long road but with hard work and patience, anything is possible. This is certainly a huge milestone. The tassel's worth the hassle," she concluded.

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Julie Anne San Jose Graduates From College

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Goodbye Angel Locsin, Luis Manzano And Jessy Mendiola Spotted Dating

Is it really goodbye Angel Locsin? 

Reports have it that Luis Manzano and Jessy Mendiola are often spotted together, sharing sweet gestures in several non-showbiz functions. 

 

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Goodbye Angel Locsin, Luis Manzano And Jessy Mendiola Spotted Dating

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Keanna Reeves Reveals ONS With Luis Manzano, Jake Cuenca And John Prats

Is it true? Keanna Reeves and Luis Manzano? One-night stand? Cmon!

Keanna during her May 30 guesting on the hit podcast show "Good Time with Mo" with Mo Twister and Mara Aquino revealed that he once had s%x with the Kapamilya host.

Aside from Luis, Keanna also said that she did the same with other actors like Jake Cuenca, Cogie Domingo, John Prats, Joseph Bitangcol and Jay Manalo.

The morning after, Keanna, through her Facebook account, appeals to the public not to take her revelations seriously as those are old issues already.

"GOODMORNING!!! sa lahat po ng nakapanuod kagabi ng GTWM wag nyo nalang masyado seryusohin if ever may namention man akong names kasi po lumang issue napo yon...

"Naissue na po yon 10 years ago na po at nanahimik na sila at dala lang yon ng kabataan," she posted.

Are you also doubting Keanna's revelation about her alleged one-night stand with these actors? Are we expecting these gentlemen to strike back?

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Keanna Reeves Reveals ONS With Luis Manzano, Jake Cuenca And John Prats

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Miriam Defensor-Santiago Rushed to Makati Medical Center ICU

Narciso Santiago Jr. admitted that his wife, Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago is now in the intensive care unit of the Makati Medical Center since Tuesday night, May 31, due to pneumonia complication after she was rushed to the hospital on Monday.

In 2014, Santiago was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, but revealed during the  campaign season that she had been cured. However, she recently she revealed that she is suffering from anorexia (inability to eat), a side-effect of her medication.

In the statement, Mr. Santiago advised the public that visitors are not allowed and that gifts and flowers will not be accepted. He, however, assured the public that his wife is bearing well with her trademark sense of humor.

"Miriam said that she thanks all her family, friends, supporters, fans, and others who helped pray for her recovery and sent their well-wishes on Facebook," he said in the statement.

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Miriam Defensor-Santiago Rushed to Makati Medical Center ICU

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TFC Brings 'Asian Fest 2016' In Southern California This Saturday, June 4

A first in the United States, Southern California’s South Coast Plaza will feature ASEAN FEST 2016: Celebration of Southeast Asian Nations Arts & Culture on Saturday, June 4, 2016.

ABS-CBN The Filipino Channel, in the spirit of honoring and strengthening the very diverse community it belongs to, is one of the big Asian channels and networks in the United States that are media partners of the event.

The festival is open to the public from 1:00pm to 6:00pm in Carousel Court, Level 1, and will celebrate the diversity of arts and cultures among South East Asian countries. Highlights include diverse cultural performances, and a variety of artisan presentations showcasing arts & crafts, and historical background.

An entertaining and educational event, ASEAN Fest 2016 will expose the variety of exhibitions from the Consulate representative of ASEAN countries, ASEAN business, companies and communities. In addition, there are a variety of cultural performances, including a fashion show that will entertain guests to experience the ASEAN lifestyles. The festival will be represented by Consul Generals from the ten member nations of ASEAN that include Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Performances will take place on stage in Carousel Court, Level 1 at 1:00pm and 4:00pm. Lucky drawings are to be held at 2:00pm, 4:00pm and 5:00pm for a variety of prizes. A special grand prize drawing of a roundtrip airline ticket to any Southeast Asian destination by China Airlines will take place at 6:00pm.

ASEAN Fest 2016 is founded and organized by Inspire NUSA, Inc. (INUSA) and ACHA Productions, co-organized by 8sian Media and sponsored by South Coast Plaza aspires to unify the spirit of ASEAN Community in the United States and support the growing ASEAN economy market.

“The ASEAN FEST 2016 is designed and organized to promote ASEAN Identity and to celebrate the South East Asians Arts and Culture in conjunction with the recent launch of ASEAN Community 2015 (AC15) during ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur last year,’ added Nellsen Young, President & CEO of Inspire NUSA, Inc.

“We are honored to have been selected by ASEAN and the relationship that identifies South Coast Plaza as the first in the U.S. to celebrate the diversity of Arts & Culture of the South East Asian countries and their respective Council Generals,” says Werner Escher, Director of Domestic & International Markets, South Coast Plaza.

He added that, “It is no wonder that South Coast Plaza is recognized as Where the World Comes to Shop & Dine. Walking our streetscape is to catch a glimpse of the boutiques, restaurants and stores that represent the wares and fine dining of 17 countries, many of whom are represented by ASEAN.”

The ASEAN Fest will be held on June 4, 2016 from 1pm to 6pm at the South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 in Carousel Court, Level 1. Open to the public. For more information about the festival, please contact aseanfest.usa@gmail.com

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TFC Brings 'Asian Fest 2016' In Southern California This Saturday, June 4

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John Lloyd Cruz Becomes The First Southeast Asian To Receive An Award At 15th New York Film Festival

John Lloyd Cruz is one of the three recipients of the Star Asia award, the first Filipino and Southeast Asian actor to receive the award, which will be given at the 15th New York Asian Film Festival in the US, which will run from June 22 to July 25. 

The other Star Asia awardees for 2016 include Miriam Yeung from Hong Kong and Lee Byung-hun from South Korea.

Filipina actress Teri Malvar, on the other hand, will receive the Screen International Rising Star Asia Award for the movie “Hamog,” along with China’s Jelly Lin and Japan’s Ayano Go.

John Lloyd and Teri are expected to attend this year’s New York Asian Film Festival with fellow Filipinos Sid Lucero, Gwen Zamora, Annicka Dolonius and Monster Jimenez of “Apocalypse Child,” and “Honor Thy Father” producer Dondon Monteverde.

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John Lloyd Cruz Becomes The First Southeast Asian To Receive An Award At 15th New York Film Festival

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Sarah Geronimo Is One Proud MEGA

With the national elections well behind us, it is time to forge a singular path and build this country into a great nation. Driven by the celebration of the connections and relationships that binds us, it is with much pleasure that MEGA present its Pinoy Pride issue in time for Independence Day celebration this June.

With music and a storied journey threading through her life, Sarah Geronimo gives a voice to an unparalleled sense of pride that inspires a nation that if you will it, your dream can soar, too.

 

Celebrating connections in all its forms, MEGA take off on an unprecedented adventure to Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao where they bring to life fashion fantasies rooted in Filipino folklore, legends and myths. Rediscover these gems and uncover brand new truths tucked within the lush islands, as well as brand new truths we are most proud to reveal. It goes without saying that this issue is packed with all the best that the Filipinos can offer in fashion, beauty and lifestyle.

Also this month, the mindset revolution towards #TheNewPH continues, as we celebrate the power of unity by bringing Filipinos together in building a better Philippines.

 

Grab MEGA Magazine latest issue now, available in bookstores and newsstands nationwide, or download the e-magazine via:
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Sarah Geronimo Is One Proud MEGA

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