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Saturday, June 15, 2013

Exploring the City of Puerto Princesa: A Summer Like No Other!

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Puerto Princesa is known all over the world, for its tourist destinations, beautiful sceneries, warm beaches, and many seafood restaurants. This city was also acclaimed as the cleanest and greenest city in the Philippines. It’s truly God’s gift, so come and join me in exploring Puerto Princesa, Palawan!

Upon arriving at the Puerto Princesa Airport, we were welcomed by its fresh, cold and very relaxing atmosphere. People there were very hospitable and friendly to tourists like us. It is like staying New York or in Rio because even though it’s already late at night, the city is still alive and full of life.

Stores were still open, restaurants were still accepting diners, and people were still out on the streets having fun. We were never bored. Each day we were given an activity to do and a place to visit.

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Summer is the time for all of us to bond and have fun together with our loved ones. Since we successfully finished another school year, we have the right to pamper ourselves for the hard work we exerted. We must be proud of ourselves because another academic year has ended and we did passed for the next academic year. Some says summer is fun but some said it's boring. Let's find why.

Most of us, stayed at home and some went to there vacation houses. I'm "considered" to be classified as one of those who stayed at home. I did play the computer. Surfed the net. Chat with random people and many more to pass time.

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My last summer is for me the best summer I’ve ever had. I attend summer for the UPCAT entrance exam for the possibility that if I will pass their I will automatically study in UP (University of the Philippines). My classmates during my UPCAT training are students of pasig city science high school and some are from the other schools. My UPCAT training starts, April 10 – April 25. I’ve learned a lot during my review and recall some of our topics when I was 1st year.

When my UPCAT training is finished my family and I went to my mothers province which is in Tarlac. There I visit my cute little cousins. They are always fighting with each other for their toys. The name of the eldest is Angie (8), the second is Mean (4) and the youngest which is a boy is Arnel (3). Sometimes they are playing jokes with me but I am not taking it seriously because they are too little for me to fight them. I just love them because they are all cute.

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This year’s summer vacation is over. Probably, most of us we’re not yet ready to accept it and I, personally, won’t deny it because I’ve really enjoyed mine with my family and other relatives. We went to Morong, Rizal to visit my cousins there. Too bad we just stayed there for a day but for me, it was the most unforgettable day during my entire vacation.

Every 15th of May, Morong celebrates its fiesta and the people there use to prepare a lot of foods for this occasion. My aunt invited us to visit their place. It took us almost 2 hours in reaching Morong, Rizal. Well, it was a very tiring trip because there’s a need for us to surpass those rocky roads before we reach their place but it doesn’t matter because their place is really good and we’re enjoying it, nonetheless.

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Whether you know exactly what you’re looking for, or would like to browse online more until you spot the perfect phone to match your style, HTC is introducing a phone that could make your exploration easy.

I personally witnessed the launching of HTC One last May 21, 2013 at the W Building in High Street Bonifacio Global City of Tagig as a representative for Wazzup Pilipinas. I was so amazed of the new kind of experience and admired HTC for putting up new trends of perspective, function and must have features that a smartphone should have.

With a sleek aluminum body, a live home screen that streams all of your favorite content, a photo gallery that comes to life, and dual frontal stereo speakers, the new HTC One is ready to reshape your Smartphone experience.

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Summer is the most awaited season of the year. It is when we can all relax and enjoy the summer heat. As a student, I treasure the summer season the most because it is the longest break of the year and it is when you are not worried about school stuffs. I'm very happy because my family and I got to have a chance to escape all the worries in life and enjoy each other. We went to a family outing in Lobo, Batangas.

Lobo provided us a breath-taking view. Everyone would surely be captivated and would have a hard time leaving it behind a come back to reality. We have experienced its white sand and clear water. Lobo has a beautiful view. Too beautiful for a four-hour drive from Manila.

Calicoan Surf Camp in Samar : Where the Surfer Dude Wannabes Ruled Samar

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I practically begged to be part of the group of writers to be flown to the Surf Camp! Actually we flew from Manila to Tacloban, Leyte then travelled a few miles to cross the San Juanico Bridge to take us to the other side - Samar.

This was the location of the Calicoan Surf Camp. That nature-place near the seas where moderate to strong waves will allow you to surf into pure pleasure and a short burst of adrenaline once you are able to stand up across your board - able to hold the pose for a few minutes or fall back into the water with a great splash.

I should have been able to made it if I was not that fat and could carry my weight in balance.

I know I have told this story before, but there's more to be told so read up!

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In celebration of its 11th year anniversary, the Silly People’s Improv Theater (SPIT) and the PETA Theater Center proudly present the Manila Improv Festival 2013 from June 26-30, 2103.

The theme for this year is “Follow Your Feet”, an improvisational theater concept which also ties in with the art form’s return to PETA - the group which first introduced improvisational theater to the country in the early 1970s. As SPIT takes on a new decade of laughter and innovation, the group decided to take a bolder step in sharing the art of improv to bigger audiences through the festival and its partnership with PETA Theater Center.

Gabe Mercado, artistic director of the festival and founder of SPIT describes the vision of the festival: “SPIT was founded back in June 2002, because I saw the need for a new kind of comedy—one that differed from the usual stand-up comedy routines that we are used to seeing on TV and comedy bars. Improv appealed to me because of its grounding on truth, the magic of spontaneity, and the fun that on-the-spot creation brings about. We hope events like these help build the improv community of the country and the region.”

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BC's June 2013 Issue featuring Dimples Romana-Ahmee, with her husband, Boyet and daughter, Callie.

Also in this issue: Part 2 of Our Back-to-School List, Bedtime Basics for Your Precious Baby, Keeping Your Family's First Aid Kit Handy, Five of the Newest and Most Delectable Restaurants to Dine In, School-ready Fashion Finds for Kids

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As reported and seen by many when dark clouds of a thunderstorm threaten Metro Manila in the photo above just before heavy rains poured over parts of the metro last Thursday causing floods in several areas and the suspension of classes in several schools.

In its 24-hour forecast issued 5 a.m. Friday, PAGASA said Palawan, Mindoro, Cavite, Batangas, Zambales and Bataan will have moderate to occasionally heavy rain showers and thunderstorms. Metro Manila and the rest of the country will have light to moderate rain showers and thunderstorms. The public is advised to be wary of floods and landslides.

I believe the rains are here, and so when it rains expect flooding in some, or most, parts of the Metro. Just take a look at the photos below where dark clouds loom across the Metro, specifically Ayala Technohub in Quezon City.

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The 2nd Manila International Improv Festival promises to create a new, fun, and exciting theater experience for improv enthusiasts and generally anyone who wants to have a good time and learn something new.

The participating improv groups: People's Liberation Improv and 3 Dudes Improv (Hongkong), Beijing Improv (Beijing), Taichung Improv (Taiwan), Xiamen Improv (Xiamen), Zmack (Shanghai), Pirates of Tokyo Bay (Tokyo) and Silly People’s Improv Theater (Manila).

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One of these things is not like the others
One of these things just doesn't belong
Can you tell me which thing is not like the others
By the time I finish my song?

Time really does fly. Entertainment Weekly is taking a look back at all the critical moments in Superman’s evolution - from Action Comics #1 to Man of Steel.

However, from the cover of the magazine, can you see someone missing?

Where's Brandon Routh?! "Superman Returns" might have sucked heaping loads of gobble-dee-gook, but he was a good Superman. Come on, ET! To omit Brandon is just wrong. Superman Returns was a great movie. It was an homage to both Christopher Reeve and Richard Donner's version. But some are saying Superman Returns was a God awful rip off of the original 78 Superman and not an homage.

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I'm reposting this article from the Toycon website so I can promote and share to you an exciting event happening starting June 14 at the Megatrade Halls of SM Megamall in Mandaluyong.

This will be a spectacular treat for toy fans, and the like, of all ages as we witness a magnificent gathering of toys and collectibles along with other events like cosplays, comics and other merchandise.

It’s a clash of two gigantic events in the metro! A crossover event you’ll never dare miss. Collectibles Unlimited and HERO TV present TOYCON 2013 Year 12 and HERO FACE OFF 2013: The Ultimate Cosplay Battle!

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Join Muni's #CutTheCrap gig on June 15!!

The gig will round up our #CutTheCrap #NoMoreButts campaign to raise awareness on the impact of cigarette butts on the environment.

We'll be distributing film canisters to serve as cigarette butt bins at our #CutTheCrap gig on June 15 at Route 196 featuring Pedicab, Ciudad, Your Imaginary Friends, No Rome, Slow Hello and RomCom, with a DJ set by Only Revolutions!! :D

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AUDITIONS ! AUDITIONS ! AUDITIONS !

Maxie the Musical - Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros shall have special auditions for the roles of VICTOR and KUYA BOGS on June 22, 2013 (Saturday) at 4 p.m.

UP Diliman --- Palma Hall Room 132. Those interested to audition are requested to sing two songs (1 Filipino song preferably from a local alternative band/artist and 1 English song from a Broadway musical). They should also be ready to perform a dance/movement piece (may be hiphop, contemporary or jazz)

VICTOR (Police officer, object of Maxie’s puppy love, affection.)
Must look like in his mid to late 20s.
Should be willing to appear on stage in underwear.
Strong baritone or tenor voice. Must be able to sing both ballad and rock songs.

BOGS (Maxie’s brother.)
Early 20s, preferably able to play the guitar.
If auditioning for this role, please prepare a slow OPM song
and showcase guitar ability.

For inquiries, please contact: Nick Guila c/o 0915.191.6384.
Thank you.