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.