New Year 2014 falls on what day?

New beginning, new plan, new life's perspective, new year's resolution, new year's day; these are some of what is expected as the day of the new year begins this 2013. 

The start of everything, the start of fiscal year, academic year
and calendar year. January 1, 2014. Do you want to know what day of the week is New Year

GMA News Team led by Jun Veneracion in Dinagat Islands

twitter pic of GMA News

GMA News Reporter, Best Men Host, and Balitanghali Weekend News Anchor in GMA NewsTV, Kapuso Jun Veneracion visits Dinagat Islands Friday morning of December 21, 2012 to cover the preparations of the Dinagatnons in relation to the worldwide subject and trending topic on twitter and in facebook #Doomsday or End of the World this day, December 21, 2012.

Flocks of  families reside outside this island started to catch attention of Surigaonons and of the media as they arrived in Surigao City port, full packed the pumpboats to the islands for several reasons; to attend the PBMA Semi-Annual General Conference, moved back to their hometown for 

Updated: 'Lolong' Biggest Crocodile on Record, Dead

Captured in Bunawan Creek in September 3, 2011, after almost 2 years, the crocodile died, February 10, 2013 after three weeks of ailing since swallowing a nylon cord which triggered chronic diarrhea. The reptile’s stomach started swelling that leads to death, this was according to Rowena Elorde, special spokesperson for the Bunawan local government.

Super Typhoon Pablo: Its Devastating Effects

December 3, 2012 at more or less 6:00 in the morning, Philippine Time when Super Typhoon Pablo with international name, 'Bopha' and with maximum sustained winds of 185 kilometers per hour near the center and gustiness of up to 220 kph hit some areas in Mindanao particularly in Banganga, Davao Oriental as well as Monkayo, Compostela, and New Bataan  in Compostela Valley Province. These areas are badly hit and its devastating effects are shown in pictures below. 

Christmas 2013: Merry Christmas in different Languages

Merry Christmas! A common greetings of everybody this Yuletide Season. This is how everybody expresses their happiness in line with the nativity of our Dear Lord Jesus Christ through a heartfelt greetings to their family and loved ones. How do you say your greetings in your own local dialect or language? In the Philippines, Filipinos commonly say, "Maligayang Pasko!" in Tagalog but since this country is compose of many local dialects, each of the province has each own way of saying, "Merry Christmas".

Some of the following are 'Merry Christmas' in local dialects:

Cebuano:                     Malipayong Pasko

Fun Philippines: Traditional Rice Dryer 'Amakan'

"Amakan" in 'Kinaray-a' (in Antique) is made of finely weave bamboo. Weavers usually make 4 by 8 feet in length depending on the desired measurement. 

'Amakan' is used as a traditional rice drier and other farm products by small farmers in the Philippines especially in rural areas or in mountainous part of the country.

Upon harvest they are drying rice into this traditional 

Fun Philippines: Childhood Fun 'River Swimming'

Childhood memories. In a barrio with no electricity, no cellphones, TV, computer, internet or any presence of modern technology, there is no other way of spending idle moments of childhood but to play with playmates. Weekends are spent not with 'dota' session in computer shops like today but in any adventurous activities such as swimming in a free flowing river.

The crystal clear water of Philippine Rivers is cleansing not only the dirt of skin but sooths the inner parts of the human bodies because of its cool effects even in a hot midnoon sun.

2012 World Teachers' Day Special Celebration, Motto, Poster and Video Message of the UNESCO Director General

5^th day of October every year, World Teachers’ Day is celebrated. This year’s motto is "Take a stand for teachers!”  The celebration is held annually to honor the noble deeds of our teachers in providing quality education. 

Facebook Hit 1 Billion Active Users

Reaching 1 Billion active users and still counting, Facebook celebrates this notable achievement. Its co-founder Mark Zuckerberg on his status update posted this message and a facebook video, 'The Things That Connect Us' dedicated to all facebook users:

Celebrating a billion people is very special to me. It's a moment to honor the people we serve.

For the first time in our history, we've made a brand video to express what our place is on this earth.

We believe that the need to open up and connect is what makes us human. It's what brings us together. It's what brings meaning to our lives. 

Black Protest Against Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012

Facebook users started to post black profiles photos Tuesday to protest against Republic Act 10175 otherwise known as "Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012." 

Various opinions and statement of disgusts circulated in cyberspace and even trended worldwide via twitter.com on the so-called Digital Martial Law.

The Walking Dead Season 3 Trailer

On October 10 Sunday, AMC's The Walking Dead will be back on it's 3rd Season. Watch the trailer below and find out how this season will thrill you.

'Cupid Shuffle' GMA 7's Protegé Dance Craze

Dance to the groove of this 2007 song by Cupid from his studio album, Time for a Change. It is also popularized as a line dance. The dance tune is once again popularized by the hopefuls of the Protegé, a talent search of the GMA Network Inc. and currently has 14, 655, 140 views in youtube while its instructional video has 2, 688, 190 total views.

"Gangnam Style" artist's Psy dances 'Single Ladies', another viral video

Korean pop star and artist of today's most popular dance craze 'Oppa Gangnam Style', Psy has again drawing attention of youtube watchers on this latest viral video with its current 227, 976 likes. He dances to the tune of Beyonce's "Single Ladies" which will be a sure hit and will bring a different fun once again among its followers.

Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt does 'Horse Dance' with 'Gangnam Style' artist, Psy

The Korean dance craze, 'Oppa Gangnam Style' is not only a popular search on google and most like on youtube that even the Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt on his recent visit in Seoul to promote Nexus 7 tablet does 'horse dance' with Psy.

Cybercrime? Republic Act No. 10175 Already Signed by PNoy!

Bashing and bullying on twitter and facebook or on any sites in the internet if proven guilty by the court, may put doers behind cold iron bars. 

President Aquino on Wednesday signed Republic Act 10175 otherwise known as "Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012." An act defining cybercrime, providing for the prevention, investigation, suppression and the imposition of penalties therefor and for other purposes.

It was also reported that an "Office of Cybercrime" within the Department of Justice will be established purposely to oversee the implementation and enforcement of the aforementioned act, while the NBI and PNP will be creating cybercrime unit for the same purpose.

May 13, 2013 National and Local Elections: COMELEC Calendar of Activities

Obvious political ads on TV?!!! Months from now, National and Local Elections in the Philippines is set on May 13, 2013 that's Monday. A nationwide activity that will again shake and shape the future of the country. The Commission on Election (COMELEC) executed Resolution 9385 which was promulgated April 3, 2012 to guide the citizens and the politicians on the commission's Calendar of Activities for the 2013 Elections. 

Is Zac Efron Officially Dating?

It is confirmed, Zac Efron is officially dating! OMG! Who’s that girl? Hmmm…but before you freak out, it is confirmed that Zac is set to do a Hollywood movie, “Are We Officially Dating?”

He became known with his lead roles in the Disney Channel Original Movie High School Musical and several other films and television shows, from 2002 up to the present.

Giant Ocean Sunfish, A Rare One in Dinagat!

Last two years ago November 2010 to be exact, a rare fish called Giant Ocean Sunfish was caught by fishermen of Dona Helene, Basilisa, Province of Dinagat Islands in Philippines. 

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 New Full Trailer (2012) HD

In the final installment of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 which will premier on November 16, 2012, the movie features Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner as well as Dakota Fanning, with the ferocious Kristen Stewart. 

Doomsday 2012: Are you prepared?

Yes. You read it right. Doomsday on December 21, 2012 is predicted. Doomsday refers to the end times, the day of the last judgement or of any final judgement. It is written in the bible on the Books of Revelations in which it foretells of an end time marked by a riotous series of events and a cataclysmic conflict between the forces of good and evil. For over centuries, the Book of Revelation has been the subject of much interpretation and debate.

Oppa Gangnam Style: Latest Dance Craze!

Now with 123,873,098 likes in Youtube, this korean newest dance craze is a sure hit. 

One Direction With Three Awards in 2012 MTV Video Music Awards

This year’s MTV Video Music Awards featured a few fresh faces mixed with many familiar ones. One Direction won a 

"Whistle" by Florida on Top this Week!

If last week's No. 1 is "We are Never Ever Getting Back" by Taylor Swift, this week is dominated by Florida's "Whistle". Topping all the hits and popular songs across all genres on the Billboard.com Top 100 weekly music chart.

Its last week's position is at No. 2 and 16 weeks in chart, "Whistle" is on top for the week of September 15, 2012. 

AMC's "The Walking Dead" Season 3 Poster, Unveiled!

Another hit TV series "The Walking Dead" is set to return on its third season on Sunday, October 14 at 9pm ET/PT on AMC in the US and FX in the UK.

With 10,052,302 likes in facebook, this season promised to hook its audience from its thrilling and suspenseful episodes.

Director Guy Ferland, described this season 

Richard Gutierrez in Antique Adventure!

@ Cangaranan Bridge, Bugasong, Antique

Richard Gutierrez, a Kapuso prime leading man/host was spotted in Antique yesterday for a probably shooting of his Saturday evening travel show "Pinoy Adventures" via GMA 7.

In this photo taken/owned by Mr. Jose Allan Sanchez Bartolo, Station Manager of Hot fm Bugasong 102.9, he was having a photo ops at the Cangaranan Bridge, in the Municipality of Bugasong; one of the longest bridges in Antique with the Philippine Army who probably 

Elena Gilbert of the CW's "The Vampire Diaries" (Nina Dobrev) Covers October 2012 issue of Seventeen Magazine!

Can't wait for the 4th Season of the CW's, "The Vampire Diaries"? If you are among the 13 Million and counting liker in facebook of the most addictive TV show on Earth at present, you must probably missed the face, beauty and charisma that the Salvatore brothers fight for,  that the Vampires, Wolves and Witches are going gaga, that Jeremy and the rest of the family and not even relatives most loved and all of the above for me. (hehe)

2012 MTV Video Music Awards Nominees

The 2012 MTV Video Music Awards which will happen on September 6, 2012, Thursday, 8/7c, will be hosted by Kevin Hart and will be broadcast live from the Staples Center arena at Los Angeles, U.S.A.

Accchhooo! Sneezing. How does it happen and how to avoid it?

You are in a public place, a church, in a library, in a most romantic date, a a most solemn situation and something is irritating or tickling the inside of your nose then suddenly you want to haaacccchhhhuuuuuuoooo!!! Sneeze. What will you do?

Nathaniel "Mang Tani" Cruz: "Ekspertong Totoo"

After he left PAGASA for a carreer in Darwin, Australia, he is the man that I always wanted to see explaining to us on national television about weather. He is no other than, Nathaniel “Mang Tani” Cruz. I was delighted when I see him again one night on GMA 7’s 24 Oras as their resident meteriologist.

Find out more about him in the following articles of the Manila Bulletin and GMA News Online, why he is tagged by Mr. Mike Enriquez as "Ekspertong Totoo".

Caught in the act for the Environment!

Stolen shot of Christian and Diego and the Environment!

San Jose, Province of Dinagat Islands - It's been 2 years already since the PENRO-LGU of this province celebrated the Earth Day sometimes in April 2010 . After a motorcade around the main streets of the Municipality of San Jose, a short program was conducted followed by a Tree Planting Activity along the road of Barangay Mahayahay to the Provincial Capitol in Barangay Cuarenta. 

London 2012 Paralympics update

From: http://www.philstar.com

Pinoy paddler yields to French, eyes bronze at Paralympics

By Olmin Leyba

MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines' table tennis bet Josephine Medina fell short of a possible shot at the women's singles Class 8 gold medal in the London Paralympic Games but still keeps a good chance to bring a bronze medal.

Medina, silver medalist in the Guangzhou Asian Paragames, yielded to top seed Thu Kamkasomphou of France in straight sets in yesterday's semis match, 3-11, 3-11, 8-11, to find herself relegated to the battle for third.

Christmas 2013 falls on what day?

Ber months has just started and for most Filipinos, it’s the start of the “Christmas Season”, the most joyful and colorful season of the year. The start of berrrrr days as we experience cold nights even under global warming and climate change, hear Christmas songs played over radio stations, thru ipod’s and other audio devices, enjoy vacations, prepare for homecoming, meet and bonds with the family,  prepare and exchange gifts, carol over neighborhoods, eat noche buena  and collect all the  good lucks for the next new year.

2013 Regular Holidays and Special Days: Plan early for vacation!

Manila, Philippines - Malacañang Palace had officially issued Proclamation No. 459, s. 2012, Declaring the Regular Holidays, Special (Non-Working) Days, and Special Holiday (For all Schools) for the Year 2013.

With this proclamation, government and private workers  and/or the whole family could plan early for vacations.

Holiday for the commemoration of the Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha will be announced according to the Islamic calendar.

NOAA Tsunami Center: Tsunami warning lifted for Japan, Taiwan; remains for Indonesia, Philippines

Reuters reports Quake of 7.9 magnitude strikes off Philippines: USGS

Effect of the 7.9 magnitude earthquake 

The quake was centered off the east coast, 91 miles off the town of Guiuan in Samar province at a depth of about 20 miles, USGS said.

The tsunami warning was issued for the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, Taiwan, Papua New Guinea and other islands in the Pacific including the U.S. state of Hawaii.

The NOAA Tsunami Center later lifted a warning for 

"We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" on top!

This week's Hot 100 Music Hits of the the Billboard.com is led by Taylor Swift's, "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" at number 1. With 2 weeks on chart and from number 72 in last week's position it jumped to top this week.

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