#UAAP80 Day 10: La Salle overwhelms UST, Ateneo outsmart Bulldogs

The De La Salle Green Archers unleashes mayhem over the UST Growling Tigers  115-86.

La Salle exemplifies how strong their team is after they crushed UST in every quarter of this game, starting it off with a 30-21 lead in the opening quarter and extending it to a 60-42 to end the first half.

Nightmare continues for UST in the second half as the Green Archers continues to batter them after they pushed their lead up 85-63. The hapless Tigers tried to fight back but La Salle was too strong to be contained.

Ben Mbala had 29 points to lead all Archers, meanwhile Andrei Caracut, Leonard Santillian, and Prince Rivero contributed 14, 13, and 11 points respectively.

On the side of UST, Wendell De Guzman led his team with 18 points, followed by Steve Akomo with 15 points and 13 rebounds, while Jordan Sta Ana added 14 points.

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The Ateneo Blue Eagles outsmart the NU Bulldogs 96-83 to remain as the only team unbeaten in the league.

The Bulldogs went hot first in the game after taking a 25-21 lead in the opening quarter, but they weren't able to retain their aggressive run as the Blue Eagles played smart and tactical in their game to tame them down 47-43 in the second period, 71-65 at the end of the third and outplayed them in the final period after a 25-18 quarter output.

Chibueze Ikeh finally stars for the Blue shirts after an impressive 18 points and 11 rebound performance, Vince Tolentino added 15 points while Matt and Mike Nieto added 12 points each.

JJay Alejandro once again topped the scoring for NU after producing 24 points, followed by Antonio Joson and Issa Gaye with 14 points each.

Nokia 8: The Launch, The Hands On, and The Initial Impression

Months after it was release the first flagship device of Nokia under HMD Global is finally launched here in the Philippines.

The Nokia 8 boasts a well-crafted premium device made with an all aluminum unibody design that has the feel and look at par with today's smartphone flagship devices, it features a 5.3 Quad HD IPS Display that features a crisp and a high definition resolution that will give the user the best viewing experience on a mobile phone. The screen is protected by a corning gorilla glass 5 and it the phone is an IP54 certified making it splash and dust resistant, the glance screen and double tap to wake feature that we saw in the Lumia devices are also making a comeback.



Speaking of comeback, the Nokia 8 features the comeback of Zeiss optics to the Nokia phones as the 8 features three 13 megapixel Zeiss camera, one placed in front of the phone that will give a supreme selfie experience and the two were placed at the back to give user a premium camera experience.

The Dual Camera at the back features two different Zeiss lens, the first one is an RGB camera and the other one is a black and white lens, unlike other dual lens camera phone you see in the market today that features a wide lens on the other camera the trick in the 8 is that you can use the camera to enhance and deepen the shots taken when you use the dual mode.   



Another feature that Nokia emphasizes in the Nokia 8 is the #Bothie capability that will let you capture yourself via the selfie camera and your subject through the dual camera at the back that will appear as a split screen on the phone. You can also use it to stream on Facebook and Youtube that makes it perfectly suitable for vloggers and bloggers for interview, just a tip you should use it with a tripod on coz I myself struggled not to make my face occupy the whole screen in front.

Another special feature of the Nokia 8 is the Nokia Özo Audio that records high quality audio that gives the video recorded a 360 degrees special sound that is also best doing interviews or just video recording.

Over all the look, specs, and the feel of the device is really top notch, I love how well and how beautiful the Nokia 8 was crafted the user experience is really smooth thanks to the Snapdragon 835, 4GB of RAM, stock android 7.1.1 that made the whole user experience flawless.

The Nokia 8 will only come in polished blue and steel here in the Philippines with an SRP of Php 29,990. The retail unit comes with a sim ejector, fast charger, usb cable, and in-ear headset plus the manuals of course, the phone is now out in your favorite gadget stores starting this weekend.  

 

 

 

 

#NCAA93 Day 31: JRU crushed Altas to strengthen their final four bid, Letran drags down Generals, Lyceum nears sweep.

The JRU Heavy Bombers strengthen their hold in the third spot after an explosive match against the Perpetual Altas that ended 85-52.

Mark Dela Virgen led JRU with 18 points, Abdel Poutouochi added 16 points and Jed Mendoza had 12 points to push JRU to an 8-6 record.

Prince Eze was the lone Altas to score in double figures with 23 points and 20 rebounds.

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The Letran Knights outlast the EAC Generals 84-78 to keep their final four hopes alive.

Bong Quinto led the Knights with 27 big points to push their squad to an 8-7 record only a game away to tie with JRU. Rey Nambatac added 19 points and JP Calvo had 16 points.

Sidney Onwubere led the Generals in this defeat with 25 points, followed by Francis Munsayac with 15 points, Jesse Bautista and Jeric Diego both had 10 points for EAC as they dropped to 6-9 their chances of making it to the final four dims down.

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The Lyceum Pirates escape past the valiant San Sebastian Squad 78-73 to extend their winning streak to 15 games.

CJ Perez topped the stats line for the Pirates with 28 big points and 19 rebound, Jesper Ayaay, Jaycee Marcelino, and Mike Nzeusseu all added 11 points for Lyceum as they get loser to an elimination round sweep.

Ally Bulanadi and Michael Calisaan teamed u with 19 and 13 point performance as San Sebastian drops to 7-7 record, they are still in contention for the final four but all of their remaining games are crucial for them to make it in.  

Miss Universe 2017 in Las Vegas

After the Philippines has declined to host again the 66th Miss Universe pageant, the Miss Universe Organization has decided to bring the most watched pageant back in Las Vegas, particularly in Planet Hollywood where Pia Wurtzbach was crowned back in 2015.

Reigning Miss Universe from France Iris Mittenaere will crown her successor on November 26, yes people November is the pageant month.

December 21- Miss Intercontinental
December 1- Miss Supranational
November 18- Miss World

 

November 14- Miss International
November 4- Miss Earth
November 3- Miss Globe
October 25- Miss Grand International

Spirit of the Glass 2: The Haunted

The hit horror movie of Jose Javier Reyes back in 2004 is having a sequel this 2017! Entitled "Spirit of the Glass 2: The Haunted" stars Cristine Reyes, Janine Gutierrez, Benjamin Alvez, Ashley Ortega, and Daniel Matsunaga, introducing Enrico Cuenca and Maxine Medina. The movie is still directed by Jose Javier Reyes, produced by OctoArts Films and T Rex Entertainment, coming to cinemas November 1!.

#NCAA93 Day 30: Mapua snap losing skid, San Beda barged in to the semifinals

The Mapua Cardinals snapped their losing skid at the expense of the CSB Blazers after they eliminated them 79-69.

Laurenz Victoria led the Cardinals with 19 points followed by Denniel Aguirre with 15 points. JP Nieles, Cedric Pelayo, and Hessed Gabo all added 11 points to give Mapua their second win this season.

Clement Leutcheu topped the scoring for the Blazers with 18 points, followed by Unique Naboa and Dino San Juan with 12 and 11 points respectively.

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The San Beda Red Lions extends their winning streak to 12 after they dominated the Arellano Chiefs 83-72 to enter the semifinals with a twice to beat advantage.

Javee Mocon and Jeramer Cabanag led the roar of the Red Lions with 14 points each, Robert Bolick had 13 points and Donald Tankoua added 11 points.

Kent Salado again led the Chiefs in scoring with 17 points,while Michael Canete and Kraniel Villoria added 15 points each for Arellano as they are in danger of missing the final four.

Cosmopolitan Philippines October 2017: Erich Gonzales

FHM Philippines October 2017: Daiana Menezes

#UAAP80 Day 9: Arvin Tolentino sparks as FEU take down Bulldogs. Blue Eagles fend off late UST run

The Far Eastern University Tamaraws banked on a strong opening quarter performance to take the National University Bulldog down 90-83.

Slowly but surely the Tamaraws are improving game by game, starting off the match with an early 22-15 advantage and retaining it at 48-41 at the end of the first half.

The Bulldogs kept the distance closer in the second half, though FEU was able to retain the lead at the of the third with a 76-68 lead. In the final period NU was able to close in at 88-83 but the Tamaraws were able to hold off the Bulldogs to take the win.

Arvin Tolentino had another breakout performance after he poured in 23 big points for the Tamaraws, his highest output so far after five game. Helping Tolentino in this win are Axel Inigo with 12 points and Barkley Ebona with 10 points.

On the side of NU, Jjay Alejandro also had 23 points but wasn’t able to give histeam the win, adding to that is Matthew Aquino with 13 points.
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The Ateneo Blue Eagles successfully retain their untainted record after they fend off the UST Growling tigers 94-84.

Matt Nieto had a carreer high 22 points for the Blue Eagles, adding to that is Isaac Go with 13 points and Thirdy Ravena with 12 points and 11 rebounds.

Marvin Lee and Jordan Sta Ana's 22 and 21 point performance wasn't enough to give the Espanya based squad their first win.

#NCAA93 Day 29: San Sebastian topped Knights, Lyceum makes it 14-0

The San Sebastian Golden Stags keeps their final four hopes alive after topping the Letran Knights 95-64.

The Golden Stags proved that they were the better team in this match after they went off to a hot start after taking a dominant 25-11 start though going to the next quarter Letran was able to trimmed the lead down to a 38-45 lead to end the first half.

Going to the sexond half the Knights struggles to find rhythm inside the court as they only scored 9 points in the third quarter giving San Sebastian the golden opportunity to pull away and take a 69-47 advantage. The dominant run of the Stags continues in the final period wherein they pushed their lead up to 33 to keep the Letran chasing.

Jayson David and Allyn Bulanadi teamed up for the Golden Stags as they scored 17 and 16 points respectively. Michael Calisaan added 13 markers for San Sebastian as they move up to 7-6.

Bong Quinto and Jerrick Ballanza scored 14 and 13 points for the Knights as they go down to 7-7.

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The Lyceum Pirates extends their winning streak to 14-0 after they outlast the EAC Generals 86-74.

The Pirates exemplifies again their dominance inside the court once more after they take control early in the game with a 29-19 lead, the Generals didn't even had the chance to get a taste of the lead as Lyceum even extends their lead to 20 point advantage in this game.

The three J's of Lyceum teamed up to keep their team on top, Jesper Ayaay had 15 points, Jaymar Perez had 13, while Jaycee Marcelino added 11 markers.

On the side of the Generals, Jerome Garcia and Sidney Onwubere tandem led the way with 17 points for Garcia and 15 points with 11 rebounds for onwubere. EAC falls to 6-8 dimming their chances of making it to the final four.

Vivo V7+

Vivo, last September 20 at the Marriott Hotel in Manila, unveiled its latest and  most cutting-edge flagship smartphone the V7+. The grand event was well-attended by big-ticket namesin media, business, and showbusiness.

 

The launch of the V7+ is indeed something to celebrate about. This newest offering from China-based smartphone company Vivo is jampacked with the most advanced features but at a fraction of the cost of other high-powered smartphones from other brands.

The V7+ boasts of a 24MP clearer selfie, front facing camera—the world first— with LED flash and smart photography algorithms which provide clear-cut, crisp, and natural-looking photos. Aside from the 24MP front shooter is a 16MP rear camera capable of taking bokeh portraits; the photo background comes out dramatically blurred to add focus to the subject.

 

But this is not everything that the V7+ prides itself with. It also rocks a revolutionary 5.99 all-screen
Display with an 84.4% screen to body ratio, providing a more exciting and enhanced game and visual
experience. Its Smart Split 3.0 feature allows users to check their messages, mails, among other thingswithout interrupting the current running app—perfect for smartphone users on the go.

The V7+ has a dual-SIM (Nano-SIM) and runs on Funtouch OS 3.2 based on Android 7.1 Nougat.
Moreover, this smartphone is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC coupled with
4GB RAM + 64 GB of ROM expandable to up to 256GB. The security feature is also augmented with its face ID access feature that allows one to unlock the phone with mere facial recognition. An eye-protection mode is also an option, a facet providing comfort and protection during longish phone usage.

 

Lightweight at 159 grams housed in a stylish metal frame, Vivo V7+ is reasonably priced at only Php
17,990.00. Vivo V7+ comes in an elegant Champagne Gold and Matte Black

#UAAP80 Day 8: Ateneo dispatches Red Warriors to stay undefeated, Adamson clawed down Bulldogs.

The Ateneo Blue Eagles easily disposes the UE Red Warriors 83-65 to remain undefeated and to keep the latter team winless after four games.

Thirdy Ravena again led the flight for the Blue Eagles after a 21 point performance, Matt Nieto had 11 points, while his twin Mike and Aaron Black had 10 points each.

Alvin Pasaol had 22 points to led the Red Warriors in this game, Nick Abanto added 10 points.

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The Adamson Soaring Falcons soars high after they clawed down the NU Bulldogs 83-76.

Papi Sarr topped the stats line with 19 points and 13 rebounds, Jerrick Ahanmisi and Jonathan Espeleta had 13 points each, while Jerie Pingoy soars high as he is slowly getting back in shape after he scored 12 points in this game.

JJay Alejandro was the lone Bulldog to score in double digits, Alejandro scored 25 big points for NU in this loss.

Seven Sundays

 

Star Cinema will bring to you another heart warming family drama this October as they give you a film by Cathy Garcia- Molina entitled as "Seven Sundays" starring Mr. Ronaldo Valdez, Dingdong Dantes, Enrique Gil, Cristine Reyes, and in his movie comeback Mr. Aga Muhlach.

 

 

Seven Sundays tackles the story of the Bonifacio Family, spearheaded by their patriarch Manuel (Ronaldo Valdez), their eldest brother Allan (Aga Muhlach), Bryan (Dingdong Dantes), the only girl Cha (Cristine Reyes), and the youngest Dexter (Enrique Gil). The four siblings becomes estrange to each other and even to their own Father after they all got their own family as well.   

 

Conflict rises after their Father, Manuel revealed that he is terminally ill and will only leave for the next seven sundays, leaving the four siblings with no choice but to forcibly dedicates their Sundays for their ailing Father. But the reunion didn't seemed to work well as planned as the siblings old rivalries, issues, and misunderstandings resurfaced and revealing how disfunctional their family is.

 

Will the Bonifacio Siblings makes amend of all their issues and be united for their father before it's too late? Or will they part ways like strangers in the dark after seven sundays?

 

 

Also starring in the movie are Donita Rose, Ketchup Eusebio, Kean Cipriano, Cacai Bautista, April Matienzo, and Jeffrey Tam. The movie is set to open in cinemas this October 11.   

#UAAP80 Day 7: FEU down Growling Tigers after a come from behind win, UP Stuns Green Archers

The Far Eastern University charged back after a slow start to stun and keep the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers Winless after a come from behind 78-65 win.

The Tamaraws now at 2-2 opened the game sloppy giving UST the chance to gain control of the game 16-11 in the opening quarter and finishing the first half 36-31.

FEU regrouped in the second half to take over the game at 49-48, in the final period the Tamaraws charged hard to topple the Growling Tigers after a 29-17 output to give them their second win.

Arvin Tolentino led the charge of the Tamaraws after an impressive double-double 15 pounts and 10 rebound performance, adding to that is Ron Dennison with 15 points as well.

Jeepy Faundo still failed to give UST their first win even with his 16 points and 11 rebound output, Jordan Sta Ana provided additional 11 points for the Tigers.

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The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons stuns the De La Salle Green Archers 98=87.

The battle of the two teams boils down to Ben Mbala and Paul Desiderio as the two guys went at it in this game, Mbala had 34 points while Desiderio poured in 30 points.

The outside shooting of UP killed the Green Archer after the latter shot 16 three pointers throughout the game.

#NCAA93 Day 28: San Beda Extend Winning Streak, Chiefs Prevailed Over Generals, Letran Edges Out Cardinals

The San Beda Red Lions survived the late run of the JRU Heavy Bombers 65-60 to improve their record to 12-1.

The defending champions easily work it out with JRU in the first half of the game, taking a 31-19 lead at the half. But moving to the second half tables were turned and JRU was able to take over the lead at 46-45.

Going to the final period the lead went back to San Beda but still the Heavy Bombers were able to keep themselves close still it is the Red Lions who went home triumphant in this game.

Javee Mocon had another double-double performance after he chalked up 19 points and 15 rebounds with 5 assists, Donald Tankoua also added another double-double with 14 points and 13 rebounds. Davon Potts who came clutch in the final period had 14 points as well.

Jed Mendoza and Abdulwahab Abdulrazak had 16 and 11 points respectively as JRU drops to 7-6.
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The Arellano Chiefs dimmed the chances of the EAC Generals in making it to the final four after they defeated them in a tight 84-79 game.

The Chiefs were able to control the pace of the whole game, pushing their 24-22 lead in the opening quarter to a 46-36 advantage at the end of the first half and even extending it to a 63-52 lead in the third period.

Going to the final period the Generals were able to make a run and cut the lead of Arellano down, but the Chiefs were able to dodge those run and was able to keep atleast a slim lead to emerge victorious in this match.

Michael Canete emerged as the hero for the Chiefs after he produced an impressive 27 point and 10 rebound output. Kent Sallado added 23 points, Lervin Flores had 16 points, and Levi Dela Cruz contributed 13 points.

Jerome Garcia had 15 points to lead the Generals in this game, Jethro Mendoza added 13 points, Jervin Guzman had 12 points, and Sidney Onwubere had 10 points and 11 rebounds.
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The Letran Knights edges out the Mapua Cardinals in their match that ended at 88-79.

The Knights were able to capitalized the sloppy second quarter performance of Mapua as they were given a chance to pull away at 47-25 after a lopsided 7 point output of the Cardinals. Because of this Letran was able to secure a comfortable lead even with the latter team kept on inching closer and closer in the second half.

Rey Nambatac and Bong Quinto teamed up for the Knight with 25 and 22 points respectively, Jerrick Balanza and JP Calvo added 14 and 13 points for Letran as they improve their record to 7-6.

Christian Bunag again topped the statsline for the Cardinals after he chalked up 23 points and 12 rebounds. Leo Gabo added 15 points for Mapua as they go down 1-12.
 

Vivo Introduces Their Newest Endorsers

Vivo—5th in the 2016-2017 Leading Global Smartphone Brands—officially unveiled a first-of- its kind selfie-centric smartphone in the Philippines last September 20 at the classy Marriott Grand Ballroom. Well-attended by the who’s who of the business, media, and celebrity scene, the V7+ launch was also the night Vivo welcomed the newest members of the Vivo Family—the brand’s most influential endorsers.

 

The attendees of the Vivo’s V7+ unveiling were thrilled to witness the Vivo Family grace the event in a wondrous fanfare. The pioneer batch of the Vivo Family were all present in support of the launch: Heartthrobs Tony Labrusca and McCoy De Leon, child star turned telenovela star Andrea Brillantes, singer-song writer TJ Monterde, Star-struck Kids discovery Paul Salas, and The Voice Kids runner-up Sassa Dagdag.

 

Vivo also announced a fresh, exciting batch of celebrities clad in their best black ensemble, these hottest stars were presented under the glare of the spotlight: Pinoy Big Brother Lucky Season 7 Big Winner Maymay Entrata and tween star Barbie Forteza, Soul Supreme turned Vivo Family member KZ Tandingan, chart-topper in Billboard PH Inigo Pascual, Pinoy Big Brother alumna Maris Racal, Kisses Delavin, and Loisa Andalio, The Voice alumnus Jason Dy and rising star from the Girltrends Chiena Filomena, model Kira Balinger, and sexy DJ Ashley Rivera and darling boy group Boy Band PH composed of Joao Constancia, Niel Murillo, Tristan Ramirez, Russell Reyes, Ford Valencia.

The already ecstatic crowd was blown away when the three biggest Vivo influencers were revealed,
riding dashing top down sports cars. Pop singer and actress Julie Anne San Jose charmed the crowd inher sleek black number while love birds on and off screen and topnotch movie and tv talents Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla sent fans flocking to them as silver confetti rained over the festivities.

 

The V7+ is Vivo’s latest top-of- the-line flagship smartphones boasting of a 24MP front-facing, all-screen camera which produces clearer shots and a 5.99 inch all-screen display, improving the user’s visual experience and gives an edge to mobile gaming. It also equipped with the new Smart Split 3.0 feature designed for convenient multi-tasking. The Vivo V7+ runs on Qualcomm octa-core processor with 4GB of RAM. It is available for pre-order at Lazada for a reasonable price of only Php 17,990.00 and in colors Matte Black and Champagne Gold.

#NCAA93 Day 27: Lyceum goes 13-0. San Sebastian forces a triple tie in the standings

The Lyceum of the Philippines University Pirates goes for their 13th win after they disposes the pesky Perpetual Help Altas 94-83.

The game went tight for both squads with Perpetual taking the lead in the opening quarter, though the Pirates were able to retake the lead in the succeeding quarters to take home the win.

CJ Perez had 21 points to top the scorer for Lyceum, Mike Nzeusseu added 15 points and 15 rebounds, and Spencer Pretta had 12 points while Jayvee and Jaycee Marcelino added 15 and 11 points respectively.

Prince Eze led the Altas in this defeat with 26 points and 20 rebounds, Gab Dagangon and ZFlash Sadiwa added 17 and 13 points each. Perpetual dropped to 4-8.
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The San Sebastian Golden Stags intensifies the final four race after they beat the College of Saint Benilde Blazers 73-61 to improve their record to 6-6 tied with Letran and EAC in the fourth spot.

The Golden Stags were able to capitalize the sluggish start of the CSB in this game, taking the opening period with a 13-10 lead and blowing it up to a 30-20 advantage at the end of the first half.

Going to the second half, the shooting of the Blazers went back after they matched the output of the Stags but it wasn't enough to build up a momentum for them to make a comeback.

Enzo Navarro top scored with 16 points while Michael Calisaan powers through with an 11 points and 11 rebounds performance.

Unique Naboa and Clement Leutcheu both had 15 points for CSB as they dropped to 3-10 record.

#UAAP80 Day 6: La Salle Shoots Down Soaring Falcons, Bulldogs Kept UST Winless

The National University Bulldogs kept the University of Santo Tomas win less after they beat them up 94-84.

The first three quarters went tight for both teams with NU taking a slim 25-24 lead in the opening quarter and a 51-50 lead at the end of the half.

In the third period UST was able to take over the lead 73-70, but UST wasn't able to sustain the lead as they entered the game sloppy giving NU the chance to take an 24-11 run to take home the win.

Issa Gaye had 17 points and 13 rebounds, while Jjay Alejandro almost had a triple double with a 12 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists in this game, Dave Yu added 13 points, and Chino Mosqueda had 11 points.

Reggie Basibas had a career high 23 points for UST, while Jordan Sta Ana added 14 points.

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Ben Mbala returns with a bang after he led the De La Salle University Green Archers in crushing the Adamson University Falcons 85-73.

Mbala had a monster performance after scoring 32 big points for La Salle.

Robbie Manalang's 16 points and Pape Sarr's 12 points and 16 rebounds were no match.

Bes and the Beshies

Coming from the success of her movie "Our Mighty Yaya" last May, the Comedy Queen Ms Ai ai Delas Alas is back on the big screen via Ricky Lee's "Bes and the Beshies", also starring along with the Comedy Queen are Beauty Gonzales, Carmi Martin, and Ms Zsa Zsa Padilla, and introducing Heaven Peralejo, Hashtag Nikko Natividad, Wilbert Ross, and Jon Lucas. The movie is directed by Joel Lamangan and it is set to come in cinemas October 18 from Cineko Productions and Regal Entertainment Inc.

 

#NCAA93 Day 26: EAC difuses Heavy Bombers, Letran Pull Chiefs Down.

The Emilio Aguinaldo College Generals completed a comeback to upset the Jose Rizal University Heavy Bombers 88-84.

The Generals where ahead at the start of the tight match after taking a 24-22 lead in the opening period, but JRU was able to snatch the lead in the second period to end the first half 39-36.

The Heavy Bombers continues to control the game in the second half, they even kept a slight 61-57 lead at the end of the third and maintained it up until the last two minutes of the game at 80-75.

Entering the last two minutes of the game the Generals were able to make a 9-0 run to stun JRU.

Sidney Onwubere had 28 points in this game for EAC, Jerome Garcia added 16 points, while Philip Tampoc and Jeric Diego both had 11 points for the Generals as they move up 6-6.

Jed Mendoza had 22 points for the Heavy Bombers, Teytey Teodoro added 18 points, Ervin Grospe scored 15, and Aaron Bordon contributed 12 points as JRU drops to 7-5.
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JP Calvo and Bong Quinto powers the Letran Knight against the Arellano Chiefs 84-73.

The Knights took over the driver seat through out the game, though the Chiefs were able to keep the distance close still it was Letran who prevailed in every quarter after securing their lead through out the game.

JP Calvo and Bong Guinto both scored 20 points for Letran, Rey Nambatac added 14 points, Letran improves their record to 6-6.

Kent Salado's 23 points wasn't enough to keep the Chiefs afloat after the sank to 4-7.

Nokia 9: What are the odds?

 

 

Fresh from the rumor mill renders of the rumored Nokia 9 the ultimate flagship phone of HMD Global appeared on social media today.

The Nokia 9 is said to feature a 5.5 inch AMOLED bezel-less curved screen, the design still resembles that of the Nokia 8 the only difference is the fingerprint scanner that was moved from the front-bottom to the back of the device just below the camera, speaking of camera the Nokia 9 also features a dual zeiss camera sensors same as the 8 with a dual tone flash on the side though the render didn’t reveal how many pixel the camera will have it says that it will feature a higher resolution camera.

The back of the device is said to be made of 3d glass to incorporate wireless charging, the Nokia 9 will also come in a 6GB and 8GB RAM with 128GB ROM, the 9 is also said to be IP68 certification making it water and dust resistant. Aside from the finger print sensor the Nokia 9 is also said to feature an iris scanner.

Will these renders truly represent the Nokia 9?

 

 

Image Renders courtesy of @waqarkhanHD on Twitter

#UAAP80 Day 5: UP trounce Red Warriors, Ateneo Stops Tamaraws

The University of the Philippines Fighting maroons bounced back after beating the University of the East Red Warriors 84-71.

UP uses a huge third quarter run to pull away in this game, producing a 26-7 quarter output to snatch the lead from the Red Warriors at 42-38 in the first half.

Paul Desiderio had a carreer high performance for UP after producing 28 points and 10 rebounds in this game followed by Ibrahim Qattara who scored 14 points and 18 rebounds, while Jun Manzo added 10 points.

Clark Derige had 21 points for UE in this game, Mark Maloles added 16 points, while Alvin Pasaol and Mark Olayon added 12 and 11 points respectively.

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The Far Eastern University Tamaraws falters once more as they bowed down against the Ateneo Blue Eagles 94-82.

 

The Tamaraws were able to keep the game close at the start of the game tying it at 13, but as the opening quarter progresses the shooting power of Ateneo was unstoppable, finishing the opening period with 34 points against FEU’s 22 points.

 

FEU continues to play catch up game in the succeeding quarter, trimming the lead of the Blue Eagles down to 43-35 before the first half ended.

 

Going to the second half the Blue Eagles continues to fend off FEU pushing their lead up as high as 18 points, though the Tamaraws were able to atleast cut the lead down to just 10, 75-85 with still 4 minutes in the game.

Thirdy Ravena led the flight of the Blue with 18 points and 11 rebounds, Anton Asistio added 16 points, while Matt Nieto and Vince Tolentino added 11 and 10 points. The Blue Eagles goes 3-0 this season

 

Inno Comboy led the scoring for FEU with 12 points, all came from the three point area, Prince Orizu and Arvin Tolentino both scored 11 points, Kenneth Tuffin scored 10 points. The Tamaraws went down 1-2 at the start of the season.

#UAAP80 Day 4: La Salle Escapes Gritty Bulldogs, Adamson Tamed Growling Tigers.

 

 

The De La Salle Green Archers survives the gritty NU Bulldogs in their match that went down 115-109, the highest output of a game so far after many years.

Six Green Archers scored in double figures with Ricci Rivero and Aljun Melecio leading them with 21 and 20 points respectively, Jolo Go added 19 points, whole Leonard Santillan had an impressive 13 points and 16 rebounds performance. Abu Tratter and Prince Rivero wrapped up the top scorers with 11 and 10 points each.

Five Bulldogs also scored in double digits led by newbie Jordan Bartlett with 23 points, followed by Jjay Alehandro with 18 points and Isssa Gaye with16 points. Matt Salem and Matt Aquino contributed 12 amd 10 points for NU as they go down 1-1

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The Adamson Falcons soared back after they outlast the UST Growling Tigers 88-81.

Robbie Manalang led the Falcons with 19 points, followed by Kurt Lojera with 16 points and Sean Manganti and Papi Sarr had 11 and 10 points respectively.

Jeepy Faundo led the Tigers in this defeat, having 21 points and 12 rebounds, Marvin Lee and Jordan Sta Ana noth added 14 point, while Steeve Akomo added 10 points and 15 rebounds.

#NCAA93 Day 25: Lyceum Avoids Upset, CSB Notch Third Win. San Beda Continues Their Winning Streak

The Lyceum Pirates avoided a huge upset after they repulses the upset ax of the Arellano Chiefs after they escape a 94-92 victory.

The Chiefs almost had the win over Lyceum after taking over the lead in the second and third period, they even pushed their lead as high as 14 points posting a serious threat against the still undefeated Pirates.

But the Pirates had the tables turned in the last period after they successfully staged a comeback courtsey of Jesper Ayaay and Jaycee Marcelino who stole the game from the Chiefs.

Jesper Ayaay produced 20 points and 10 rebounds to top the stats line  for the Pirates, Mike Nzeusseu added 17 points and 11 rebounds and CJ Perez added 14 points and 10 rebounds. Reymar Caduyac and Jaycee Marcelino had 15 and 13 points respectively,

Kent Sallado's 24 points and Lervin Flores' 15 points and 11 rebounds performance went to waste as Arellano goes down 4-7. Richard Abantes and Zach Nicholls added 12 and 11 points.
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The College of Saint Benilde Blazers finally ended their losing streak after they dominated the Perpetual Help Altas 83-55 to improve their record to 3-9.

Edward Dixon had a career high 21 points for the Blazers in this game, Clement Leutcheu had another double-double 14 points and 11 rebounds, while Carlo Young and JJ Domingo added 14 and 11 points respectively.

Keith Pido amd Jack Hao led the scoring for the sloppy Altas with 9 and 8 points respectively, Prince Eze had 16 rebounds in this game. The Altas went down 4-7 after this game.
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Javee Mocon led the Red Lions in their 11th victory after they cruised past the San Sebastian Stags 76-65. Mocon had another impressive double-double performance with 17 points and 11 rebounds.

Davon Potts also had a good game after having 16 points, Robert Bolick added 11 points as San Beda solidifies their hold to the solo second spot with am=n 11-1 record.

Michael Calisaan had 23 points for San Sebastian as they go down 5-6 in the standings, Allyn Bulanadi and Alfren Gayosa added 12 and 10 points respectively.

Sakuntala: Ang Singsing Ng Kapalaran

Arts Theater Manila presents on their opening season, one of Asian literatures prized piece änd the best sanskrit drama of all time "Sakuntala" by Kalidasa with added touch of Filipino culture in it, the play stars Cedric Juan, Matel Patayon, Vince Oajara, Chase Salazar, it is adapted by Allan Palileo, and it is directed by Joey Ting,

Entitled as Sakuntala: Ang Singsing Ng Kapalaran, the story revolves in the post apocalyptic 2080 after the mankind almost suffers from extinction due to nuclear war and global plague, groups of ethnic tribes were able to survive the apocalypse in the Philippines.

Sakuntala, believed to be the daughter of an unknown deity, blongs to a group where spirituality is at the center of their beliefs while Dusyanta, head of the other classified circle, belongs to another tribe where the urbanized influences are their trademark.

In a mystical island gravitated with caves and stones while waters on beaches have been affected by the chemical substances, Dusyanta. while hunting for food, saw Sakuntala, he then fell in love with the latter and the love plots begin. Love is tested, Love is twisted, love is supressed, and love is left behind and forgotten.

What is the true meaning of Love between Sakuntala and Dusyanta?


Sakuntala: Ang Singsing Ng Kapalaran will start on the 27th of September to October 21st every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 3pm/8pm at the Studio 72 Black Box Theater, Kalayaan Avenue, Brgy Teachers Village West, Diliman, Quezon City.

Ticket Prices:
VIP A: ₱1000
VIP B: ₱800
Regular: ₱500

 

#NCAA93 Day 24: JRU Frustrate Knights, EAC Shoot Cardinals Down.

The Jose Rizal University frustrates the Letran Knights anew after beating them 77-68 to secure the solo third place in the standings with a 7-3 record.

Eventhough the game went off to a tight start at 12-12 in the opening quarter, the Heavy Bombers were able to pull away in the second period after outscoring Letran 24-15 to end the first half up 36-27.

JRU continues to control the pace of the game towards the second half of the game, finishing the third at 58-45. In the final period the Knights were able to closed in, but still wasn't able to pull a comeback.

Ervin Grospe and Teytey Teodoro both had 15 points to lead the Heavy Bombers in this victory, Jed Mendoza had 11 while Mark Dela Virgin scored 10 points.

JP Calvo top scored for the Knights with 21 points, Rey Nambatac had 14 points, Jerrick Balanza added 11 points, while Bong Quinto produced a 12 point and 12 rebound performance for Letran as they went down 5-6.

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The EAC Generals notched their fifth win after eleven games after they shoot down the still struggling and undermanned Mapua Cardinals 85-72.

Jerome Garcia played the main guy for the Generals after he topped the statsline in this game after producing 27 big points for EAC, Sidney Onwubere added a double-double 16 points and 15 rebounds performance.

Laurenz Victoria and JP Raflores had 15 and 14 points respectively for the Cardinals, Almel Orquina added 12 points.

iPhone X: The 10 years of iPhone

The guys from cupertino had just launched their newest iPhones to land on the market sometime this holiday season, and there;s not just one, nor two coz there were three iPhones launched at Apple's newest home the Steve Jobs Theater, Apple Park in California.

The much awaited iPhone X or the iPhone 10 features a 5.8 inch Super Retina display on a Super AMOLED screen with an 82.9% screen-to-body ratio making the bezel narrow and giving the screen an edge to edge feel.

The iPhone X packs a powerful hardware, starting off with the new Apple A11 bionic chipset that is said to be the best chipset on a smartphone today, it has 3GB of RAM and it comes with either 64GB or 256GB of Internal Storage.

The Camera is also said to be the best in the market today, coming with a dual 12 megapixel TrueDepth Camera with different apperture, the first one is an F/1.8 while the other is an f/2.4, there is also a 7 megapixel front facing camera.

The TrueDepth camera analyzes more than 50 different muscle movements to mirror your expressions in 12 Animoji. Reveal your inner panda, pig, or robot.

The newest iPhone finally features a fast charging and Qi Wireless Charging, it is also na iP68 certified phone making it dust and water resistant.

Aside from the classic Touch ID security feature, the new iPhone now features a Face ID, your face will serve as your ID.Face ID is enabled by the TrueDepth camera and is simple to set up. It projects and analyzes more than 30,000 invisible dots to create a precise depth map of your face.

The new iPhone is priced at $999 and it is set to come Holiday season of 2017.

#UAAP80 Day 3: Tamaraws Charged Back After Dominating UE, Ateneo Schools Fighting Maroons To Remain Unbeaten.

 The Far Eastern University Tamaraws bounced back bigtime after cruising past the University of the East Red Warriors 90-83.

The Tamaraws dominated the whole game after leading early in the game 28-11, they even extended their lead as high as 19 points in the second period though UE was able to cut the lead down to a 42-52 to end the first half.

In the second half, FEU continues to control the game after taking a 75-64, in the final period the Red Warriors tried to closed in the gap between them, but to no avail the Tamaraws were still able to seal the game to make it 1-1.

Ron Dennison had 16 points to lead all the scorers for FEU, Prince Orizu had a double double 15 points and 16 rebounds, while Richard Escoto, Barkley Eboña, and Arvin Tolentino all added 11 points for the Tamaraws.

Clark Derige topped the stats line for UE with 22 points, Alvin Pasaol contributed 13 points for the Red Warriors as they still seek for their first win.

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The Ateneo De Manila Blue Eagles showed their dominance after schooling the UP Fighting Maroons 92-71.

The Blue Eagles dominated UP from start to finish of the game, not letting them get a taste of the lead, Ateneo even pushed their lead up to 24 and kept the Fighting Maroons down with a double digit deficit.

Blue Eagle newbie Tyler Tio made an impressive debut in this game, scoring 14 points to pumped up Ateneo in this game, meanwhile Thirdy Ravena had 16 points in this game.

Another newbie rised on the side of the Maroons as Juan Gomez De Liano poured 16 points for UP in this lost, adding to that is Jun Manzo's 14 points and Jarrell Lim's 10 points.

Janella Salvador Signs with Regal Films Again

The newest Regal Princess Janella Salvador signed another movie contract with Regal Entertainment Inc. The contract contains a four picture deal, one of which is “So Connected” that is set to start early of next year.

Aside from that Janella is also the star of Regal and Idea First’s “My Fairytail Love Story” that is set to be passed to the Metro Manila Film Festival, she stars along with Elmo Magalona in that project.

Janella had already done two movies with Regal, the Haunted Mansion and the Mano Po 7: Chinoy.

Last Night

 After the box office success of "Starting Over Again" back in 2014, Piolo Pascual and Toni Gonzaga are back on the big screen taking on a different character and a different kind of love in "Last Night" directed by Bb. Joyce Bernal and produced by Spring Films, Star Cinema, and N2 Productions. The movie is set to premiere this September 27, 2017.

 

Last Night tackles the story of two different people bound to spend the night together. Mark (Piolo Pascual) a man who seems to have a perfect life but suddenly all disappears and all went away meets Carmina (Toni Gonzaga) a woman who's on the verge of giving up and letting go. They found company on each other that eventually sparked something out of nothing, will Carmina and Mark found love and hope in their situation?

#UAAP80 Day 2: UP tames Growling Tigers, La Salle survives late run of the Tamaraws

 

 

Paul Desiderio played the hero for the UP Fighting Maroons as he stole the game away from the UST Growling Tigers after a buzzer beater three to give them a 73-72 victory.

It was a tight ball game between these two teams from start to finish it was a neck and neck battle. UST was able to take a slight lead in the opening period at 15-7. but going to the next two quarters the Fighting Maroons became dominant and was able to control the pace of the game with an 11 point lead.

In the final period, UP was able to maintain their lead at the start of the game, but entering the final two minutes of the game they were able to snatch the lead and made it a 70-68 ball game and eventually making it a 73-71 ball game with 7 seconds left, but luck plays a big part as Desiderio shoots down a dagger three to kill the comeback of UST.

Paul Desiderio was the man of the game with 17 points. Marvin Lee's 20 point performance wasn't able to put the Tigers on the winning column. 
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The Far Eastern University Tamaraws almost had the taste of mayhem after the De La Salle University Green Archers as they almost whipped them down in their match thanks to their late run they were able to end it at 95-90.

The Green Archers showed their dominance throughout the game, not letting FEU go anywhere near them, pushing their lead as high as 20 not until the final perio of the game wherein the Tamaraws started to make a run that erased the huge lead of La Salle down to just 4 point, but lucky for La Salle time ran out for the Tamaraws to complete a comeback.

The backcourt trio of Aljun Melecio, Andre Caracut and Kib Montalbo totally punished the offense and defense of the Tamaraws in this game.  Melecio had 21 points, Caracut added 16 points, and Montalbo contributed 12 points.
Ron Dennison serves as the leader for the Tamaraws in this game, giving away 21 points followed by Inno Comboy with 13 points, while Prince Orizu had 12 points and 10 rebounds.

#UAAP80 Day 1: National U, Ateneo takes Opening Day Victories.

The National University Bulldogs went straight to business as they pounced the University of the East Red Warriors 86-69 to open up the 80^th season of the UAAP.

The Bulldogs bit hard early in the game, taking a 20-13 lead in the opening period that was extended to a 38-30 lead at the end of the first half.

National U continues to control the pace of the game as they enter the second half, pushing their lead up 66-53. They even pushed their lead as high as 17 points in the final period, leaving the Red Warriors down in this match.

Dave Yu finally broke out of his shell after he led NU in their first win with 14 points, followed by Reggie Morido with 12 points, while Jjay Alejandro and Issa Gaye both had 11 points.

Alvin Pasaol top scored on the side of the Red Warriors with 14 points, while Mark Maloles and Rey Acuno both added 10 points in this defeat.

Last year’s runners up Ateneo De Manila University showed their dominance over the “top contender” Adamson Soaring Falcons after a blowout 85-65 victory.

It was a complete dominance exemplified by the guys from Katipunan after they controlled the whole game, taking a 43-28 at the end of the first half. They even pushed their lead as high as 22 points in the second half to crash down the Falcons.

Two Blue Eagles scored an early double-double feat, first is Thirdy Ravena with 20 points and 10 rebounds and second was Chibueze Ikeh with 18 points and 17 rebounds, adding to that is Jolo Mendoza with 14 points.

Rookies powered the Adamson Falcons in this loss, Kurt Loreja had 11 points while Keith Zaldiviar added 10 points.

#UAAP80 FEU Kicks Off Season 80 of the UAAP

The Far Eastern University is set to open the 80th season of the University Athletics Association of the Philippines this September 9, promising a great show that will formally open this season 12noon at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay city.

The opening ceremonies will showcase over a hundred of FEU's pride and talents such as FEU Cheering Squad, FEU Cultural Groups, and FEU Atlhletics teams, and even selected FEU Students that will perform and take part in the event.

The theme for the 80th season of the UAAP is "Go for Great" that highlights the greatest achievements of athletes from the eight school member of the league. Selected star athletes from the past seasons of the UAAP will headline the"UAAP Greats" such as Rachel Daquis of the FEU Lady Tamaraws and dubbed as FEU's Queen Tamaraw.

Far Eastern University pick the color Teal that symbolizes unity and ready to take on the challecoming of a new era and also serve as a primer to a new brand of greatness. The rays on the logo symbolizes the eight school and represents inspiration, dynamism, and energy.

The UAAP Season 80 trophy is inspired by the baybayin font that is coated in gold, the color of the host school.

#NCAA93 Day 23: San Beda Roar past Mapua, Lyceum Kept Record Unblemished, San Sebastian Repulses EAC.

The San Beda Red Lions easily roared past the undermanned Mapua Cardinals 88-70 to improve their record to 10-1.

AC Soberano led the Red Lions with 17 points, while Javee Mocon had another double-double performance after having 11 points and 10 rebounds.

Hessed Gabo topped the statline for Mapua wwith 17 points, followed by Denniel Aguirre with 16 points, and JP Nieles with 13 points.

The Cardinals dropped to 1-10 after this game.

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The Lyceum Pirates crushed the hapless CSB Blazers after a dominant 83-69 win to remain unbeaten atfter 11 games.

CJ Perez led the Pirates with 14 points, followed by Jesper Ayaay with 12 points, and Mike Nzeusseu with 10 points and 11 rebounds.

Edward Dixon had a career high 27 points, while Clement Leutcheu added a big 13 points and 20 rebounds performance, Kendrix Belgica added 10 points.

The Blazers drops to 2-9.

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The San Sebastian Golden Stags disposes the EAC Generals after they won their 5th game 81-69.

Michael Calisaan top scored in this game with 19 points, followed by JM Calma with 12 points, Ryan Costelo and Enzo Navarro had 11 points respectively.

Francis Munsayac's 14 points went to waste as the Generals dropped to 4-6, he is followed by Irvin Mendoza with 11 points, while Jesse Bautista, Jeric Diego, and Jerome Garcia all had 10 points each.

#UAAP80 Line Up: Univesity of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers

The Debutantes

Regal Films in partnership with Idea First Company brings to you another horror-suspense-thriller movie "The Debutantes" starring the "It Girls of Horror" starting off with Miles Ocampo, Michelle Vito, Jane De Leon, Chanel Morales, and Sue Ramirez, the movie is directed by Prime Cruz and it is set to premiere this October 4 in cinemas nationwide.
 

“The Debutantes” tackles the story of Kate (Sue Ramirez) and her not so lovely friends in her new school. Kate is a weirdo that’s why she had no friends ever since, that’s why she had trouble making it to her new school as people stays away from her.

One day she met these mean girl group composed of Candice (Michelle Vito), Jenny (Jane De Leon), Shayne (Channel Morales), and Lara (Miles Ocampo), she wanted to become friends with the, but of all the girls Lara is the only one who really became Kate’s friend.

Things gets disturbing as Kate starts to get nightmares of the girls dying. She then tried to warn the girls about it, but they didn’t listen to her. Will the nightmares of Kate turns to reality? Will the girls survive before they turn 18? And Who will be killing who?