K-La Rivera, Joyce Pring and Mike Advincula are the Newest MYX VJs

A singer, a swimmer and a fine arts student are MYX VJ Search 2011 winners.

MYX, the country’s No.1 music channel, proudly named RnB sweetheart K-La Rivera, swimming hottie Mike Advincula and quirky Fine Arts student Joyce Pring as its newest music video ambassadors in the MYX VJ Search 2011 finals night held Wednesday, July 27, at The Block activity center, SM City North Edsa.

Despite the heavy rains brought by typhoon “Juaning,” fans filled the venue to witness this historic announcement and the performances of the MYX VJ finalists themselves, Chavacano band Maldita, Callalily lead vocalist Kean Cipriano and electronica music-artist Somedaydream.

VJ K-La, the Filipina-Canadian who first started her stardom journey via ABS-CBN’s hit singing competition “Star Power,” said becoming a MYX VJ was really “a dream come true.” Now she’s excited with her new stint, and she looks forward to just having fun.

“I would love to balance both singing and being a MYX VJ. But right now, I’m really focused on developing myself as a VJ. I’m working on my Tagalog,” said VJ K-La.

When asked how she will feel if she’ll be introducing her own music video as a MYX VJ, she said: “That’s another level. What more can I ask for?”

VJ Mike, the captain of the De La Salle University swimming team, on the other hand, believes his “unpredictable” personality have encouraged MYX fans to vote for him. He was also surprised with the outpouring of support his family gave during the finals night.

“I started out as a quiet guy, then unti-unti kong inilabas ang tunay na kulay ko and it really worked out. So, I’m really excited to live a new life, because ever since I’ve been living a life as a student athlete,” he said.

In joining this year’s MYX VJ Search, the 6’1” swimmer actually sought the advice of his team mate Enchong Dee, who is also one of Kapamilya network’s brightest leading men. Enchong’s advice seems to have brought Mike to victory.

“When I entered the competition, I asked Enchong right away. What shall I do? Then he advised me to just be myself,” VJ Mike shared.

For University of the Philippines Fine Arts student VJ Joyce, spontaneity and her quirky character are just some of what she can offer. She thanked her fans, who call themselves the “Pringles” for believing in her.

“I am beyond ecstatic and blessed to have this opportunity. I never expected to win this competition because my co-finalists are very talented and charming.”

Her win may be unexpected for her, but VJ Joyce never considered herself as a small fry. “I don’t think you should enter into a competition when you think you’re an underdog. So you really have to believe in yourself. No one will believe in you, unless you believe in yourself.”

Filipino-American stunner Drew was also a big winner of the night, as he received two special awards - as winner of SM Accessories challenge together with VJ Joyce, and as Coca-Cola Happiness VJ together with Cara.

Members of the audience kept on screaming as Kean, who will be the MYX Celebrity VJ for the month of August, sang “Wala Na Tayo.” While Somedaydream, the Philippines’ answer to American electronica act Owl City and Zamboanga-based band Maldita drew cheers and applause from the very appreciative teen crowd.

The MYX VJ Search finalists also showed off their confidence on the catwalk in a mini fashion show showcasing SM Accessories. They also enthralled everyone with their dance number.

Now on its fifth year, the MYX VJ Search has produced well-loved hosts like sophomore VJs Chino Lui Pio, Bianca Roque and Janine Ramirez, and freshman Robin Nievera. Senior VJs Luis Manzano, Nikki Gil and Iya Villania are now well-recognized as hosts and are busy hosting more than one show on MYX and ABS-CBN.

Always tune-in to MYX (SkyCable Channel 23) for the hottest news on this year’s MYX VJ Search.

Tropical Storm Don Threatens the Gulf as Its Strength Intensifies

Tropical Storm Don has not changed during the past several hours, heading west-northwest toward the coast of Texas.

TS Don is currently located about 635 miles east-southeast of Corpus Christi, Texas, and about 590 miles east-southeast of Brownsville, Texas.

The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said a tropical storm warning for the coast of Texas has been extended southward to the mouth of the Rio Grande.

The center of TS Don expects to move through the Southern and Central Gulf of Mexico later Thursday and approach the Texas coast on Friday.

Don, which currently has sustained winds near 40 miles per hour (64 km/h) with higher gusts, is expected to pack maximum sustained winds of 60 miles per hour (97 km/h) in the next 48 hours and poses a major threat to the Gulf, home to thousands of oil and gas production platforms, producing about 29 percent of U.S. oil output and more than 10 percent of domestically produced natural gas.

The U.S. government's weather agency has forecast an "above normal" 2011 Atlantic hurricane season, spawning six to 10 hurricanes of which around half could become major.

Azkals vs Kuwait Game 2 Result

Final Result: Philippine Azkals lose to Kuwait Al-Azraq, 1-2 (1-5 on aggregate).

Game Highlights: The Philippine Azkals bid goodbye to its World Cup qualifying campaign after losing to a 10-man Kuwait Al-Azraq in the second leg of their tie at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on Thursday night.

The Kuwaitis, who were enjoying a 3-goal lead from the first leg, went on the attack right at the opening whistle as they funneled passes to the left wing.

The Azkals, after being pinned back for several minutes, launched counterattacks with Phil Younghusband at the receiving end of long balls.

Kuwait had 2 golden opportunities to increase their aggregate lead over the Philippines.

Two Kuwati strikes hit the upright, while another forced a flying save from Neil Etheridge.

The second-leg deadlock was broken by a stunning long-range screamer from Azkals midfielder Stephan Schrock.

The Filipino German, who missed the first leg because of suspension, connected on a thunderbolt from 30 yards that found its way past the outstreched arms of the Kuwaiti goalkeeper.

Kuwait were reduced to 10 men after Fahad Al Ebrahim was given his second yellow card for a bookable offense.

However, they quickly recovered through a long-range goal by Yousef Nasser in the 61st minute.

A breakaway run by Waleed Ali in the 83rd minute resulted in an own goal by Rob Gier.

It silenced the Azkals, who failed to capitalize on having an extra man.




- Jojo Malig, ABS-CBN

John Lloyd Cruz Covers YES! Magazine 100 Most Beautiful 2011

Yes! Magazine unveiled its list of Philippine showbiz' 100 Most Beautiful Stars of 2011. And for the first time, a male star is chosen to be the cover star of YES! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful special edition 2011.

It was Judy Ann Santos in 2007, KC Concepcion in 2008, Marian Rivera in 2009, Kim Chiu in 2010. Now, 3-time blockbuster King and one of the most beautiful faces in local showbiz industry - John Lloyd Cruz - is the first male chosen to be on the cover of YES! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful special edition 2011.

During the presscon-launching held earlier today, July 28, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, John Lloyd said that this was an "interesting recognition" and considers his girlfriend Shaina Magdayao as the most beautiful woman in his life.

YES! staff also revealed that the other choices for this year's cover stars were Bea Alonzo and Angel Locsin but decided to feature a male star to grace this year's special edition of the magazine.

Azkals Dog Tags, Caps, Watches, Men's Padded Shirts Now Available!

“We Believe,” goes the campaign of the Philippine National Football team, or the Azkals, which aims to bring the team closer to the fans and make the public aware that the team’s victory is also the nation’s triumph.

Now that the Azkals is about to face team Kuwait, they’re once again calling for our countrymen’s support by wearing Azkals merchandise such dog tags, emblem and logo caps, watches, and men's padded shirts, which are now available in the ABS-CBN Store, http://abscbnstore.multiply.com. Reservations and bulk orders can also be made through store@abs-cbn.com.




Meanwhile, ABS-CBN Sports airs live the leg two of Philippines versus Kuwait match on Studio 23 at 5:30pm, with replays on July 29, 3p.m. on Balls Channel and on July 30, 7a.m. on ABS-CBN Channel 2.

Sneak Peek: “New Year's Eve” Trailer

Warner Bros. Pictures debuted the teaser trailer of “New Year's Eve,” a new romantic comedy from director Garry Marshall (“Valentine's Day”) and a stellar ensemble cast. Check out the film's trailer below:





“New Year’s Eve” celebrates love, hope, forgiveness, second chances and fresh starts, in intertwining stories told amidst the pulse and promise of New York City on the most dazzling night of the year.

The film stars Academy Award® winner Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Academy Award® nominee Abigail Breslin, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, two-time Academy Award® winner Robert De Niro, Josh Duhamel, Zac Efron, Hector Elizondo, Katherine Heigl, Ashton Kutcher, Seth Meyers, Lea Michele, Sarah Jessica Parker, Academy Award® nominee Michelle Pfeiffer, Til Schweiger, Ryan Seacrest, two-time Academy Award® winner Hilary Swank and Sofia Vergara.

New Year’s Eve” opens across the Philippines in December this year.

Sneak Peek: “Happy Feet Two” Poster

Warner Bros. has just unveiled the new poster of its upcoming holiday presentation “Happy Feet Two.”

The sequel to “Happy Feet,” the Academy Award®-winning animated smash hit, “Happy Feet Two” returns audiences to the magnificent landscape of Antarctica in superb 3D.

“Happy Feet Two” is directed by George Miller, who won an Oscar® as the creator of the original “Happy Feet.” The film features the voices of Elijah Wood, Robin Williams, Hank Azaria, Alecia Moore (P!nk), Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Sofia Vergara, Common, Hugo Weaving, Magda Szubanski, Anthony LaPaglia, Richard Carter and Benjamin “Lil P-Nut” Flores, Jr.

Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, “Happy Feet Two” opens across the Philippines in November this year.

Animal Crush Videos Producers Wanted

MANILA, Philippines – Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has announced that it will offer a P100,000 cash reward for any information that may lead to the arrest of the couple believed to be behind animal torture videos.

The suspects, identified as Dorma "Chita" Rieon and her husband Vic Rieon, are facing charges for violating Section 6 of Republic Act (RA) 8485 or the Animal Welfare Act of 1998 and Section 9 of RA 7610 or the Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act in January 2011.

The National Bureau of Investigation earlier identified the suspects behind the “crush” videos, which showed kittens, puppies, mice, rabbits, and other animals being tortured and killed by women.

Girls on the video clips crush the animals under their high heels or sit on them. Some animals are skinned alive. Authorities said the act is a type of sexual perversion.

The videos are sold to foreign clients who are able to choose what type of animal they want the girls to kill. Clients also dictate what attire the girls should wear during the act.

The suspects charge their clients between $25 to $1,000 each.

Buhay party-list Rep. Irwin Tieng has filed House Bill 4595 that would criminalize the sale of "crush videos" and other filmed acts of animal cruelty.

If passed, violators can be imprisoned for up to 7 years, fined up to P300,000, or both.

Suspension of Classes on July 28 Announced

Suspension of classes in Rosario, Cavite declared due to flooding. Rosario, Cavite: Mayor Ricafrente declared suspension of classes today, July 28, due to flooded areas.

Region 5 provinces except Albay will resume classes today, July 28. Classes in kinder, elem & HS will remain suspended only in Albay.

NCR will resume classes today, July 28, except Tonsuya Elementary School in Malabon, classes remain suspended from kinder to grade 2 only."

CALABARZON will resume classes today except in Rosario, Cavite where classes remain suspended as declared by Mayor Ricafrente."

Classes remain suspended from Kinder to HS in the divisions of Albay & the city divisions of Tabaco, Ligao & Legazpi.

Due to Storm Signal No. 1, classes in Kinder are automatically suspended in Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Norte, Pangasinan, and La Union"

All classes in Region 2 are suspended in Kindergarten only.

Only kindergarten classes suspended in Abra today, July 28.

Philippine Azkals vs Kuwait and MLS All-Star Game Air on Studio 23

The football fever in the country peaks today as ABS-CBN Sports brings viewers two world-class matches on Studio 23, featuring football superstars David Beckham and Thierry Henry and our very own Philippine Azkals football team.

Before Phil Younghusband, Chieffy Caligdong, and Neil Etheridge lead the Azkals against Kuwait, watch Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Stars Beckham, Henry, and Donovan face-off with English Premier League’s Manchester United for this year’s much-anticipated MLS All-Star game.

This is the second time the Manchester United Red Devils, led by Wayne Rooney, was invited to play against the loaded MLS selection in the annual event. Last year, the Reds beat the All-Stars with a score of 5-2.

Catch the MLS All-Stars’ quest for retribution via satellite from the Red Bull Arena in New Jersey, USA on Studio 23 at 8:30am.

Meanwhile, it’s now or never for the Philippine Azkals football team as they face Kuwait again for the second leg of their World Cup Qualifying match this afternoon at the Rizal Memorial Stadium.

Team Azkals, the underdog after a 0-3 loss in the first leg held in Kuwait, is gearing up for a mighty return as it welcomes back suspended midfielder Stephan Schrock and team captain Aly Borromeo in the lineup.

Watch the continuation of the Azkals’ historic run as ABS-CBN Sports airs the match live on Studio 23 at 5:30pm with replays on Friday, July 29, 3pm on Balls Channel and on Saturday, July 30, 7am on ABS-CBN Channel 2.

Get all the football you can handle today starting with the MLS All-Stars vs. Manchester United match at 8:30am followed by the Azkals vs. Kuwait match at 5:30pm, only on Studio 23.

Stormtrooper Helmet Designer Andrew Ainsworth Wins Battle Against George Lucas

The prop designer who made the first Stormtrooper helmets in the Star Wars films won a copyright battle against George Lucas and can now sell replicas of the originals, according to media reports on Wednesday.

Andrew Ainsworth spent more than $1.15 million and the past five years to battle against Lucas, who created the Star Wars franchise, reported the BBC.

The U.K. Supreme Court rejected a challenge issued by Lucas against Ainsworth to sell the helmet replicas.

The judges in the case ruled that the helmets are considered a prop and are fully functional rather than a sculpted work of art, which means their copyright protection is 15 years from the date and has since expired. Copyright protection for a sculpture is 70 years.

The court also ruled that Lucas’ copyright had been violated in the U.S., but Ainsworth told the BBC that he does not sell his works in the country any more, and does not hold assets in the country.

“I am delighted to have won the right to continue to make these replicas from the original tools and moulds,” Ainsworth told the Daily Telegraph newspaper. “I am proud to report that in the English legal system David can prevail against Goliath if his cause is right. If there is a force, then it has been with me these past five years.”

The court said that the Star Wars films are considered works of art created by Lucas and his companies, however the helmet was “utilitarian in the sense that it was an element in the process of production of the film,” according to the Guardian newspaper.

- Source

Julia Roberts Ad Banned

L'Oreal ads featuring Julia Roberts and Christy Turlington have been pulled from circulation in the United Kingdom "for being overly-airbrushed."

The decision was made after Jo Swinson, a Liberal Democrat member of Parliament "who has waged a long-running campaign against 'overly perfected and unrealistic images' of women in adverts, lodged complaints with the Advertising Standards Authority" about the images.

The ASA ruled the ads "breached the advertising standards code for exaggeration and being misleading and banned them from future publication."

Tropical Storm Don Update

Tropical Storm Don, this year's first major Gulf of Mexico storm, formed over the southern part of the oil-rich basin on Wednesday on a track toward the Texas coast.

The storm forced several offshore energy operators to evacuate support workers, but was not yet strong enough to cause companies to shut in production.

Shell Oil Co, Apache Corp, Anadarko Petroleum Corp said they were evacuating support workers primarily from western Gulf operations. BHP Billiton and BP Plc were evacuating support workers from central Gulf platforms.

The storm was expected to move through the southern and central Gulf through Thursday and approach the Texas coast, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

That path would take it near oil and gas operations in the western and west-central part of the Gulf, largely avoiding the biggest concentrations of production platforms south of New Orleans, but near several coastal refineries.

"If the weather continues to move toward our facilities, we are prepared to remove additional personnel and shut in production at that time," Anadarko said.

Oil traders were watching the storm develop, but said it was not yet having an impact on U.S. prices, which fell more than $2 a barrel on Wednesday due to a rise in crude oil stocks and weak economic data.

Wholesale gasoline differentials on the well-supplied Gulf Coast gained a penny per gallon, but traders said upsets at refineries in the region could have as much influence on prices as the storm.

"A move to the North or Northwest could prompt precautionary shut-ins of offshore production facilities, depending on its intensity, although it will need to strengthen rapidly to pose any threat to facilities," JP Morgan analyst Lawrence Eagles said in a note.

Other producers, including BP Plc, Exxon Mobil Corp, Chevron Corp and Mexico's state oil company Pemex said they were monitoring the storm.

The Gulf accounts for 29 percent of U.S. oil production and 13 percent of natural gas output, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. About 30 percent of U.S. natural gas processing plant capacity also lines the Gulf Coast, the EIA said.

Refiners along the Gulf Coast, home to 40 percent of the nation's refining capacity, were also watching the system.

The storm is being closely watched by the global insurance industry, which is on track for its worst year ever. Insurers and reinsurers have already lost more than $60 billion in 2011 on natural disasters, and a major U.S. hurricane landfall could become a market-changing event, letting insurance companies raise prices across the board after years of declines.

Those possibly facing the biggest short-term hit include domestic insurers such as Travelers, Allstate and Chubb - all of which have suffered huge tornado losses this year as well as reinsurers including Berkshire Hathaway

The NHC said the system was about 755 miles east of Corpus Christi, Texas, and moving toward the west-northwest at nearly 12 miles per hour (19 km/h).

The Texas coastal bend is the most heavily irrigated cotton area of the state. The crop's harvest is set to start in early August. A storm could damage the state's cotton production at a time when large parts of Texas have been baked by drought.

(Additional reporting by Anna Driver in Houston; Antonita Devotta, Ratul Ray Chaudhuri, Soma Das, Koustav Samanta and Naveen Arul in Bangalore; Mica Rosenberg in Mexico City; Rene Pastor and Ben Berkowitz in New York; Editing by Alden Bentley, Dale Hudson and Sofina Mirza-Reid)

Bagyong Juaning PAGASA Update July 28, 8 a.m.

PAGASA-DOST MTSAT-EIR Satellite Image for 9 a.m., 28 July 2011

At 5:00 a.m. today, Tropical Storm "JUANING" has slightly re-intensified while over the West Philippine Sea.

Tropical Storm "Juaning" is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 240 km West Southwest of Laoag City (17.8°N, 118.1°E) with maximum sustained winds of 95 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 120 kph.

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Tropical Storm "Juaning" is moving West Northwest at 22 kph.


WEATHER FORECAST

Thursday morning: "Juaning" is expected to be out of the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) between 8 am to 10 am

Thursday afternoon: 440 km West of Laoag City

Friday morning: 680 km West of Laoag City or at 350 km Southeast of Hainan, China


PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL

Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds):

Ilocos Norte
Ilocos Sur
Abra
La Union
Pangasinan
Zambales


Public Storm Warning Signals elsewhere are now lowered.

Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signals no. 2 & no. 1 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.

Tropical Storm "Juaning" will continue to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring widespread rains which may trigger flashfloods and landslides over the Rest of Luzon and Western Visayas.

‘Maria La Del Barrio’ Heats Up the Rainy Season

ABS-CBN and Televisa proudly present a captivating tale of love that is sure to engage the hearts of every Kapamilya viewer this season!

“Maria La Del Barrio” will feature two of the hottest stars in the industry today, Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee, as they give life to the characters of Maria Hernandez and Luis Dela Vega.

Under the direction of Rory B. Quintos and Richard Somes, “Maria La Del Barrio” delve into the lives of Maria and Luis as they search for true love, even amidst their pasts and their conflicting present lives.

Sharing the limelight is Angel Aquino, who was part of the hit soap opera “Magkaribal. She will portray the role of Victoria Montenegro-Dela Vega, mother of Luis Fernando. Ian Veneracion plays as her husband who has a past with Assunta de Rossi who plays Maria’s mother.

Comedy Queen Aiai delas Alas takes on a very special role as Casilda, Maria’s adoptive mother.

“Maria La Del Barrio” also serves as a comeback for Paw Diaz on the television scene. Paw, a batchmate of Erich and Arron Villaflor in Star Circle Quest, will portray Soraya’s character, the woman who will stand between Maria and Luis’ romance. Arron, on the other hand, plays the role of Vladimir who has a soft spot in Maria’s heart.

Other cast members include Jake Roxas, Katya Santos, Gio Alvarez, Atoy Co, Jane Oineza, Badjie Mortiz and K Brosas.

Shot in scenic Tagaytay and Cavite, and with a script led by Denise O’Hara and Henry Quitain’s team, “Maria La Del Barrio” promises a whole new viewing experience. “Pinaghirapan po namin ang bawat eksena at mas pinaganda pa para mas lalo ninyong ma-enjoy ang panonood,” Erich expressed.

“When I learned that I’ll be working with Erich again, sobrang natuwa ako siyempre. Masarap siyang katrabaho,” Enchong shared.

Witness how fate and love twist the life of Maria and Luis in “Maria La Del Barrio,” premiering on August 15 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

‘Captain Barbell’ Reveals Biggest Twist in the Show’s Finale this Friday

GMA-7′s action-adventure series, Captain Barbell, promises a “heart-stopping finale” this Friday, July 29.

In the upcoming finale, tension reignites between Teng (Richard Gutierrez) and Gregor (TJ Trinidad) with Althea (Lovi Poe) caught in the middle of their dispute. Upon unleashing his rage at Captain Barbell, Gregor unexpectedly hurts his wife and risks the life of one of his colleagues. Captain Barbell, on the other hand, arrives at an important realization.

Captain Barbell also sets out to face another villain, Nero (Christopher de Leon), who has grown more powerful and evil than ever. Nero has transformed his entire body into iron and has added a cape to his armor. Will CB finally take down his strongest opponent and restore peace and order on earth?

Apart from living out his superhero duties, Captain Barbell faces a difficult decision as he tries to sort out his feelings for Althea and Anita (Michelle Madrigal). But just as he is about to make his choice, a starling twist suddenly unravels forcing him to choose between the woman he loves, and his responsibilities as a superhero.

Directed by Dominic Zapata, Captain Barbell reveals its biggest twist in the show’s finale on Friday, July 29, after 24 Oras on GMA Telebabad.

NASCAR Prayer by Pastor Joe Nelms: Smokin Hot Wife, Goodyear Tires, Boogity Amen!

Baptist Pastor Joe Nelms lead the prayer during Saturday's Nationwide Federated Auto Parts 300 NASCAR race in Nashville, Tennessee.

He began his prayer as one might expect any Pastor to begin a benediction, "Heavenly Father we thank you tonight for all your blessings," but then the prayer took a turn for the abnormal. "We want to thank you this night for these mighty machines that you've brought before us. Thank you for the Dodges and the Toyotas and thank you for the Fords."

Nelms went on to thank his Heavenly Father for, among other things, "Goodyear tires that bring performance and power to the track," and Sunoco for its racing fuel.

Yet, the prayer didn't end there. The Pastor made sure to also thank God for his family, starting with, "my smokin' hot wife ... Lisa," and don't forget, "my two children, Eli and Emma, or as we like to call the, 'The Little E's.'"

Nelms ended the prayer with a bang, shouting, "Boogity, boogity, boogity. Amen!"


Watch the video below:

Nelms, who became an overnight internet sensation because of the said invocation, also received a negative attention from those who witnessed the event. But the Pastor stood by his actions.

In an interview on Sirius Satellite's radio show "Tradin' Paint," Nelms defended the invocation he gave:

"I don't want to do the cookie-cutter prayer. Not that we don't need to thank God for our military men and women … not that we don't desire safety for all of the of the officials, workers and drivers, we certainly don't want anything to happen to anybody out there. We need a safe race. But it's the same prayer week in and week out and I'm not sure anybody is even listening to it anymore. So I said, I want to get somebody's attention, so that's been our desire every time we've been up there, to try to make an impact on the fans and give them something they'll remember and maybe they'll go home on a Friday night or a Saturday night and say, 'Maybe I ought to get up and go to church in the morning.'" Nelms said.

Typhoon Juaning PAGASA Update July 27, 6 p.m.

PAGASA-DOST MTSAT-EIR Satellite Image for 4 p.m., 27 July 2011

At 4:00 p.m. today, Tropical Storm "JUANING" has slightly weakened as it interacted with the rugged terrain of Northern Luzon after it made landfall.

Tropical Storm "Juaning" is estimated based on satellite and surface data at 60 km Northeast of Baguio City (16.8°N, 121.1°E) with maximum sustained winds of 85 kph near the center and gustiness of up to 100 kph.

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said that Tropical Storm "Juaning" is moving Northwest at 17 kph.


WEATHER FORECAST

Wednesday night: Crossing Northern Luzon area

Thursday afternoon: 240 km West Northwest of Loaog City

Friday morning: 520 km West of Basco Batanes


PUBLIC STORM WARNING SIGNAL

Signal No. 2 (60-100 kph winds):

Ilocos Norte
Abra
Kalinga
Isabela
Ilocos Sur
Mt. Province
Ifugao
La Union
Benguet
Nueva Viscaya
Quirino

Signal No. 1 (45-60 kph winds):

Aurora
Apayao
Cagayan
Pangasinan
Nueva Ecija
Northern Quezon
Zambales
Pampanga
Tarlac
Bulacan
Bataan
Rizal
Metro Manila

Public Storm Warning Signals elsewhere are now lowered.

Residents in low lying and mountainous areas under signals no. 2 & no. 1 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.

Tropical Storm "Juaning" will continue to enhance the Southwest Monsoon and will bring widespread rains which may trigger flashfloods and landslides over the Rest of Luzon and Western Visayas.

Erich Gonzales Talks About Movie Project with Mario Maurer

Kapamilya sought-after leading lady Erich Gonzales speaks on the rumored movie project with Thai heartthrob Mario Maurer when the latter arrives in Manila for an endorsement project.

The "Maria la del Barrio" star said she is overwhelmed by the idea of working with the "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" actor in a movie. Although there is still no confirmation on the said project, Erich still thanked her fans and all those who are looking forward to the project.

"Sa ngayon po ay hindi pa napag-uusapan pero happy ako na matuloy 'yan, 'yung ma-consider lang sobrang happy ako.

"Masaya po ako at salamat po sa mga fans. Tingnan po natin kung matutuloy po." Erich said.

David Guetta Dead?

There is a report circulating in several blogs and social networking sites that singer-music producer David Guetta is dead.

According to david.guetta.swellserver.com, Guetta dies in tragic car crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics responding to the single vehicle accident.

Highway Safety Investigators have told reporters that David Guetta was driving a friend’s vehicle and during driving Guetta lost control and rolled the vehicle several times killing him instantly. It was reported that the car was traveling at a speed of 95 miles per hour in a 55mph zone at the time of the accident.

But upon further checking, the news turned out to be a hoax. Yes, it maybe true that David Guetta got into a car accident, but he is very much alive. Thanks Heaven for that!