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Cadbury Sweet Endings

August 8, 2014 by Janey

My soul sister Maddie has returned from a 3-month pilgrimage in the Land Down Under, Australia and almost fresh (fresher if only she took a shower) from her trip, I decided to spend time with her and Isis and have a ladies night. We flocked to our favorite Green Pastures for an organic dinner and ordered my beloved ricotta, which I never fail to get every time I dine there, the flavor-rich, woody, zippy funghi pasta, roasted chicken for our protein, and for a tangy sweet touch, their honeycomb with homemade Greek yogurt and citrus curd.

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We couldn’t stop talking with hearts intertwined and gorging on glorious food. To remember our first day “together again,” we took a photo and hashtagged #CadburySweetEndings who sponsored our premiere movie tickets that night.

Speaking of travel and Madz’ homecoming, I remember my own journeys walking the world and discovering new places. My wanderlust spirit had me seeking out adventures, cultures, new people and memories to bank in the heart. Abroad I do a lot of walking and one good tip is to constantly bring with you chocolate in your bag in case you get hungry or you get lost and can’t find a restaurant anywhere nearby. Pack a Cadbury Dairy Milk smooth and creamy chocolate bar. Even if you don’t get lost, best to have a sweet ending to an adventure-filled day.

Your sweet company on the road of discovery! 🙂

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I collect ref magnets when I travel.

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Us three girls after dinner trooped to Cinema 2 of Shangri-La Cineplex for the first day movie screening of Guardians of the Galaxy hosted by Cadbury Dairy Milk. Reaching the cinema area, we knew where to go as people have gathered with a buzz of energy. The front entrance has been dressed up with a Cadbury counter and a photo booth. Upon Isis’ closer look, she was delightedly surprised to see our photo on IG using their hashtag printed out and handed to her.

Samsung Champ Deluxe, Lead a Dual SIM Life

March 5, 2012 by Janey

In our network of friends and colleagues, we know MANY who manage at least two mobile phones. Two phones are usually used to separate work calls from personal calls. Most of the time, work phones are company-provided or telco-provided, depending on your plan. Mobile communication has proved to be efficient and speedy than any other forms of comm. and we even use cell phones to run businesses proficiently. I know friends who have home-based business and use another mobile phone specific for that purpose. Who could say no to handling two different circle of communication in a single phone? This also helps in balancing the best plans and promos that various cellular network giants offer.

Korean cellphone giant Samsung has the answer as it launched today its Champ Deluxe DUOS at Draft Restaurant and Bar at the Fort. A premium stylish dual-sim phone, Champ Deluxe DUOS has a 2.8” TFT touch screen for easy snapshots on your phone camera. It has that sleek curve form that nestles comfortably on your hand and that metallic finish for a sophisticated look. Don’t get intimated because it’s easy to use like any of Samsung’s “Dual Sim, Dual On” technology. This sets it apart from other dual sim phones since it doesn’t require you to manually switch from one sim to the other. Both sims remain active at all times, ensuring that both “sims or numbers” are always reachable and accessible. This means that even if one network’s signal bogged down, you can easily use the other network without manually turning off the other. No rebooting here!

No Other Woman Pay-Per-View on SKY Cable

November 15, 2011 by Janey

Before the controversial Pacquiao-Marquez III bout in Las Vegas, the country was buzzing about the record-breaking movie No Other Woman, which stars Anne Curtis, Derek Ramsay, and Cristine Reyes. Lunch breaks, after office drinks, chat rooms, forums, blogs, social networking sites, cigarette breaks were all stricken with the No Other Woman fever. Up to this day, I still haven’t gotten over it. Star Cinema really knows how to produce box-office hits and is keeping the movie industry afloat with top grossing films.

I barely know anyone who has not seen the movie… okay, maybe I know a few, and that includes Bubba. If you were not able to catch the movie in the cinemas, NO FRET, since No Other Woman pay-per-view will be available on SKY Cable Season Pass.

And the best part is, this No Other Woman version is … UNCUT! Extended love scenes? We can only guess.

Glutamax Unveils Its New Endorser in La Greta

April 9, 2010 by Janey

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http://www.earthlingorgeous.com

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Glutamax revealed its new endorser last Wednesday at the Eastwood Central Plaza. Gretchen Barretto is now the new face of Glutamax, replacing Jinky Oda “Jacqui O.” who the brand originally launched with. The TV ad campaign was also presented in the same event showing Gretchen taking off make-up, jewelry and pricey dress signifying that she shines without all of that only attributed to one reason… what she referred to as her “hidden wealth” –beautiful glowing skin (“Kutis Mayaman”). That “hidden wealth” she mentioned is a sharp line to end the ad with, biting yet witty.

And according to her, what helps her maintain that beautiful white glow is Glutamax. More of her interview during the event, she shares that she is very happy to be part of the new campaign and be part of the Glutamax family.

Before the big reveal, the first part of the event was the awarding of “The New Me” Blog Contest. Jose Paul Legaspi, Healthwell president and CEO, partnered with Nuffnang (www.nuffnang.com), Asia Pacific’s biggest online community network company to stage this blog contest about “personal transformation”, which is part of their global promotional campaign for Glutamax.

Learning about the contest from the Nuffnang’s site, I joined with my “The New Me” entry. Before they announced the winners, a string of wonderful music filled the event venue with Nyoy Volante, Julie Ann Santos (I’m not sure if I got the name right) and popular Filipino violinist Jon Lesaca taking the stage. A segment of the program also showcased a slideshow of the contest participants flashing their “Before and After” photos in the wide screen. Mojo and Suzie of Magic 89.9 hosted that evening’s Glutamax event. Friends from the media were also present.

The esteemed Glutamax team went on stage and welcomed Gretchen Barretto to their family. Jon Lesaca went back on stage and serenaded the new endorser at the pleasant request of the latter.

The night ended with a big buzz when Gretchen supposedly “walked out” of the mini-press conference that was held after the event. The alleged “walk-out” happened after Gretchen was asked how she feels about her “Maalala Mo Kaya” back-to-back shows being pitted against Claudine’s show in the rival channel. She vibrantly replied that she was extremely happy and proud that the Barrettos occupy that specific timeslot on Saturdays –implying that there’s more gain than loss for both sisters. I think the media wasn’t satisfied with the answer and kept prying about how she really feels that made her storm out of the conference apparently with tears in her eyes.

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And on a different note, they announced the winners. Congratulations to:

5^th Prize: Lizz of http://lizzbuenaventura.com

http://www.lizzbuenaventura.com/2009/12/new-me.html

4^th Prize: Sophie of http://www.beautynomics.com

http://www.beautynomics.com/blog/2009/12/31/the-new-me/

3^rd Prize: Jeff of http://www.aspacio.net

http://www.aspacio.net/2009/12/new-me.html

2^nd Prize: http://jonnieanzures.blogspot.com/2010/02/new-me.html

Until now writing about this, I have butterflies in my stomach remembering the moment they announced the first-prize winner. I heard Mojo say Jane and say Chua and Sophie cheering and congratulating me… I think in my joy, I even hugged Sophie! In my mind and heart, I felt like I did hug her (she was beside me) but I’m not really that sure now because everything felt like a blur. I walked to the stage (shaking) and accepted the prize. My mind was completely in pieces and when asked the question, I just stuttered my way through the answer –still in disbelief that I won the Mac Book.

Another highlight of the night for me was my bonding moment with Jed. Jed is the cute, smart, and sweet son of Jeff and Jen Aspacio who was feeling bad because he thought I left without saying goodbye. Bubba was so huge that he was covering Jed’s view. I walked over to a pouting Jed. I explained that I didn’t leave yet and I would of course say goodbye to him if I left. I hugged him and said sorry.

He was quietly pouting for one whole minute… then he suddenly hugged me tight and broke down to tears saying he thought I already left. After that, we talked about his favorite color and mine, butterfly kisses and his flat whistle and both of us left in a happy, beaming mood.

Thanks again Nuffnang for holding this contest and Glutamax for picking me as a winner. I enjoyed writing the piece and I hope the entry truly inspired others take a step towards their own transformation –inside and out.

XOXO,

Janey

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Marriage and Beyond’s

Literary Bulimia’s

Yousaytoo’s

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Hollywood Buzz

April 9, 2010 by Janey

The Appren-tease in Jesse James Blindsided Sandra Bullock

I really liked Apprentice Celebrity Season 1 a lot and loved the clever Piers Morgan and his biting (but objective) tongue in it. I caught several reruns of Apprentice Celebrity Season 2 and was intrigued by it despite not having as many strategic players as the first one. Jesse James, 40, had a cool stance during the whole season and maintained his stand on not using his wife’s connections to get more money for their team projects.

Sandra Bullock, 45, was freshly minted with the coveted Oscar best actress awards several weeks back. Nowadays, she’s back in the limelight but not for her acting chops in Blind Side, but because of Jesse James’ infidelity. Not only with one woman –but with FOUR others.

The news broke when Michelle McGee told In Touch, she and James had unprotected sex once a week during their 11-month romance. Soon after, more women came out dishing about their affairs with James.

Sandra Bullock broke her silence to People Magazine and denied reports that there’s a sex tape with her and husband Jesse in it. “There is no sex tape. There never has been one and there never will be one.” Other than that statement, Bullock has remained quiet about her current relationship status with James. Many speculate that she will file for a divorce.

Meanwhile, Jesse James also denied Internet rumors of a sex tape. He said in a statement, “There is only one person to blame for this whole situation, and that is me. It’s because of my poor judgment that I deserve everything bad that is coming my way. This has caused my wife and kids pain and embarrassment beyond comprehension and I am extremely saddened to have brought this on them. I am truly very sorry for the grief I have caused them. I hope one day they can find it in their hearts to forgive me.”

His lawyer reports that James is struggling to get back into Sandra’s good graces. “When all is said and done, he wants the same people who were living in his house before all this happened to still be living there,” his attorney, Joe Yanny, said in a statement Monday. “And he wants to save his marriage with the woman he loves more than anything in his life.”

Ricky Martin is Gay

After so many years of keeping his personal life private, Latin pop star Ricky Martin admits in his book that he is gay. In his official Website, Martin says that writing his memoir and his twins are what made him go public about his homosexuality.

“I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am.” I think not a lot of people were surprised but it’s still a brave thing to come out in the open.

So Mr. PJ, when are you writing your book? 🙂

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Brittany Murphy’s Husband Simon Monjack Found Dead –Brittany Murphy Dies at Age 32

December 21, 2009 by Janey

UPDATE as of May 25, 2010 -Britanny Murphy’s husband and director Simon Monjack was found dead at his home.

From Associated Press:

The husband of Brittany Murphy was found dead by his mother-in-law late Sunday at the Los Angeles home he shared with the late actress, the coroner’s office said. Simon Monjack’s death was reported as a possible heart attack and appeared to be from natural causes, Los Angeles County Assistant Chief Coroner Ed Winter said. Monjack was 39.

“He was discovered by Brittany’s mom as being unresponsive” in the master bedroom of the Hollywood Hills home at about 9:40 p.m. Sunday, Winter said. Sharon Murphy called paramedics, who pronounced him dead.

There were no signs of foul play or physical injury to his body, Winter said.

Prescription medications belonging to Monjack were found in his bedroom, but there was no immediate indication that he overdosed, Winter said.

An autopsy was planned Tuesday, but a final cause of death would await results of planned toxicology tests, Winter said.

Murphy died last Dec. 20 after collapsing in the home.

At his wife’s funeral, a visibly emotional Monjack talked about their relationship and called her his best friend and soul mate. The two married in 2007. He had said they were planning a family and contemplating a move to New York.

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Brittany Murphy Dies at Age 32

I was just watching Brittany Murphy in the movie “Ramen Girl” a few weeks back and now the news that she died at a young age of 32 is a complete shocker. Murphy was the chubby girl in “Clueless” and the love opposite of Eminem in his first full movie “8 Mile.” I loved her in “Just Married” with Ashton Kutcher and “Uptown Girls” with Dakota Fanning. She also gave voice to character “Gloria” in the 2006 animated feature, “Happy Feet.”

I haven’t seen her in movies in recent times except when I caught “Ramen Girl” on Star Movies. It was reported that she died in Los Angeles over the weekend with no determined cause of death. Los Angeles County coroner’s official however said that it appears to be of natural causes.

Murphy apparently collapsed in the bathroom, and somebody placed a 911 call. The Los Angeles Fire Department was first to respond at 8 am at her house in Hollywood Hills. Murphy was pronounced dead at 10:04 a.m. at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, but it appears that she might have died instantaneously. She was married to British screenwriter Simon Monjack. Murphy’s husband, wearing pajama bottoms and no shoes, appeared “dazed” as firefighters tried to save her.

Authorities are currently looking into her medical history. An autopsy will be conducted for Monday or Tuesday. Winter said Murphy’s family was cooperating with the coroner’s investigation. Funeral arrangements have not been announced.

She dated Ashton Kutcher, who costarred with Murphy in 2003’s romantic comedy “Just Married.”

Kutcher sent a message on Twitter Sunday morning about Murphy’s death: “2day the world lost a little piece of sunshine,” Kutcher wrote. “My deepest condolences go out 2 Brittany’s family, her husband, & her amazing mother Sharon.”

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Pacquiao vs. Mayweather Coming to a Close?

December 5, 2009 by Janey

Top Rank promoter Bob Arum made a trip to the Philippines to talk to Manny Pacquiao, who broke records of being the only champion with 7 world boxing titles under his belt. After Pacquiao’s clear welterweight win over Miguel Cotto last November, everyone is slating Floyd Mayweather Jr. as the next in line to face the formidable Filipino boxer.

March 13, 2010 is the date they are eyeing. This can be the biggest boxing event of next year since people have been anticipating this match-up. Pacquiao is the top pound-for-pound fighter while Mayweather is currently No.2 –although the No.1 position is not new to Mayweather since he was No.1 before he retired in June 2008.

The public has been clamoring for this fight to happen but according to Freddie Roach, Pacquiao’s coach, March 13 is too fast a turnaround. Remember that Pacquiao suffered a broken eardrum during his duel with Cotto. Roach wants Pacquiao to be in his best possible shape before he steps again in the ring. Roach is looking into a May 2010 bout but that will coincide with the election month. Pacquiao already filed his Certificate of Candidacy (COC) this week to run for Congress.

Ticket for the live fight is expected to cost around $2,500 (P117,500) while the cheapest seats at around $500 (P25,000).

Will Schaefer and Arum get this deal done and set a fight date before the 2^nd half of next year? The public will have to wait and see.

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This is It Docu Film at IMax

October 16, 2009 by Janey

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Meeting a Woman of Faith

August 3, 2009 by Janey

It was a Thursday, which means a workday. I remember that I almost begged off joining because I’ve already max-ed out my leaves because I took a 1-month leave for the study tour in Japan.

I was with someone else (SE) in 2006. He said that I should take the opportunity to meet her because “it’s not everyday that we get invited to a trip like this.”

We arrived at her house in Times Street, Quezon City early in the morning.

I think it was Tita Ballsy who welcomed us initially and directed us to the kitchen where she was.

I see a yellow figure turn to greet us. I am nervous. I am awkward. I am excited.

She first turns her attention to Tita (SE’s mom). Then she greets SE fondly. Tita introduces me. I nervously return her bright smile.

It was the first time I met former President Aquino.

She seemed to be always formal on TV.

Serious.

Tackling national issues are considerable matters after all.

But that morning, she was like any ordinary person, simply offering us breakfast on the table and welcoming us to their home.

Genuine.

Her earnest personality transcends beyond television. You can feel the sincerity in her eyes and smile.

She made cream cheese with caviar, a concoction she made herself. We had it with some bread and it was really luscious.

She was cheerful and as sunny as her yellow ensemble. I was feeling really timid being in the same presence of such prominence. But the atmosphere around her was very light and easy. With all that she has been through, it was an aura I didn’t expect.

Soon all of us load inside the van and we begin our travel.

She, Tita and Tita Ballsy talk all the way to the province of Tarlac. Once a while, she turns to SE or me. She asks me where I was working and I fumble in my answer. Incredibly, I stammer even with the word, “Yes.” She has that calming presence but I felt really humbled to be face to face with a democracy stalwart.

As we reach the town proper, they familiarize us with the surroundings. We had a quick stopover for lunch at Max’s. Her being there equally astounded the wait staff but anyone can spot the Filipino pride in their eyes as they look at her. She relentsto a reporter’s request for a short interview and some photos while SE and I look around.

We arrived at Hacienda Luisita and was greeted by Noy Noy, who personally toured us around the Ninoy Aquino museum.

At the end of the tour, we went to the mini-theater and watched in full screen a documentary about Ninoy Aquino and the hardships the family and the country had gone through to restore democracy. The Aquino family’s sacrifice alongside the country’s support and unity rekindled my nationalistic pride and instilled appreciation for being a free country. At the end of the short film were words of Teodoro Benigno (SE’s dad), former Press Secretary of President Aquino. Tears fell remembering Tito.

I took a lot from that day –a monumental piece of Philippine history was left implanted in my mind while the national unity displayed was left valued in my heart. How inspiring that despite what she has gone through, Tita Cory remained very simple and sensible. At any given day, she can pass like any ordinary loving mother or Tita or lola. When the country is in crisis, she was also our go-to-person for moral ascendance. She was a source of strength for every Filipino.

August 1, 2009

Corazon Aquino, the Philippine’s first woman president who led the Filipino people toward democracy, died in the quite morning of August 1, 2009. She succumbed to colon cancer at the age of 76.

I mourn not only for the loss of someone I was privileged to meet once in my life but my heart deeply cries for losing the woman who symbolizes hope for this country. She was an icon of democracy, nationalism and motherhood.

She was a woman of courage and faith.

It’s now time for every Filipino to carry the cross of the country for her. It is in each one of us.

There’s still a good fight ahead.

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Michael Jackson’s Doctor Investigated

July 29, 2009 by Janey

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents and LAPD detectives searched the residence and office of Conrad Murray, each location a week apart. Murray is Michael Jackson’s doctor who is believed to have given Jackson a lethal dose of anesthetic Propofol.

Propofol is used to induce unconsciousness in patients ahead of major surgery. In hospitals, only a trained anesthesiologist is allowed to administer the drug under strict monitoring conditions.

TMZ.com reported that Murray had told police in an interview he gave Jackson Propofol via an intravenous drip. The website reported police believe Murray may have fallen asleep while the drug was being administered, and awoke to find the singer already dead.

If Murray did inject Jackson with Propofol negligently, he can be charged with homicide.

The federal agents and police came to his office a week earlier with a search warrant seeking evidence for the “offense of manslaughter”

The LA Coroner’s office reported that the toxicology result is due by the end of this week.

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Manila News Today: July 28

July 28, 2009 by Janey

Melissa Roxas vs. AFP

The Armed Forces of the Philippines is conducting a background investigation on Melissa Roxas who is suspected to be an active NPA fighter plotting a communist movement in the country. Roxas who is a Filipino-American activist accused the military of abducting and torturing her to confess that she is an active member of the New People’s Army (NPA). Roxas is known to be Ka Aya, actively part of the NPA operations in Aurora province.

Roxas’ supposed motive in her accusations against the military is to mar PGMA’s governance. The NPA is out to disrupt the country’s democratic image and the timing is tactical with President Arroyo’s forthcoming visit to the United States as per invitation by US President Barack Obama.

Cory Aquino vs. Cancer

Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III on Monday said cancer cells have spread to other organs of his mother, former President Corazon Aquino, who was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in March 2008. She has been confined at the Makati Medical Center for over a month.

Mrs, Aquino was undergoing chemotherapy but was stopped due to her weakened condition. According to Sen. Aquino who was interviewed on Monday, the former President is currently stable but under pain medication.

Richard Gutierrez vs. Pardo Family

Richard Gutierrez is being charged with reckless imprudence resulting in homicide in connection with the car accident in Cavite that killed his personal assistant, Nomar Pardo, on May 22, 2009. Pardo’s widow, Lorayne, filed the criminal complaint before the Office of Provincial Prosecutor in Imus.

Ruffa, Richard’s older sister and host of the Buzz, read his brother’s statement last Sunday. He maintains that he was not negligent and the incident that happened two months ago was an accident. He was behind the wheels when the car accident occurred in the wee hours of the morning. Richard and his bodyguard Jorge Mascora were both wounded during the mishap but Nomar Pardo did not survive the crash.

Richard claims that there have been six vehicular accidents reported in the same area. The young actor feels that this was an unfair act on the part of Lorayne. He recalled that during the time of the wake, he made public his desire to finance Pardo’s children’s education that was rejected by the Pardo family.

“I wonder, if anyone else had been driving, would Lorayne have sued?” he added.

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Public Enemies

July 27, 2009 by Janey

Johnny Depp’s charismatic lead performance can make you fall in love with a well-dressed bank robber and America’s most wanted. This gangster flick had the right blend of action scenes, suspense and drama. There were only enough tablespoons of bloody scenes to feel the realism of the movie and right amount of nervous tension without overly doing the sound effects.

John Dillinger: I was raised on a farm in Morrisville, Indiana. My mama ran out on us when I was three, my daddy beat the hell out of me cause he didn’t know no better way to raise me. I like baseball, movies, good clothes, fast cars, whiskey, and you… what else you need to know?

Billie Frechette: Why are you in such a hurry?

John Dillinger: Because when you’re looking at what I’m looking, you’d be in a hurry too.

John Dillinger: They ain’t tough enough, smart enough or fast enough. I can hit any bank I want, any time. They got to be at every bank, all the time.

John Dillinger: [nodding at money on a table] That’s your money, mister?
Bank Teller: [nervously] Yes.
John Dillinger: We’re here for the bank’s money, not yours. Put it away.

Melvin Purvis: What keeps you up nights, Mr. Dillinger?
John Dillinger: Coffee.

John Dillinger: We’re having too good a time today. We ain’t thinking about tomorrow.

John Dillinger: Well if it isn’t the man who shot Pretty-Boy Floyd. Good thing ’cause he sure wasn’t Whiz-Kid Floyd.

John Dillinger: [Approaching group of police officers] What’s the score?

[last lines]
Billie Frechette: They say you’re the man who shot him.
Charles Winstead: That’s right. One of ’em.
Billie Frechette: So why are you coming to see me? To see the damage you done?
Charles Winstead: No. I came here because he asked me to. When he went down, he said somethin’. I put my ear next to his mouth, and what I think what he said was this.

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Michael Jackson Movie

July 22, 2009 by Janey

A Michael Jackson movie could hit theaters by the end of 2009. Rumor is Sony Pictures is willing to pay the 50-million dollar deal for worldwide rights. AEG Entertainment, the company who owns the 80-hour material showing Michael Jackson rehearsing for his planned series of comeback concerts, had previewed the footage to different Hollywood studios. The television rights are up for bidding at $10 million.

Kenny Ortega, the choreographer for the King of Pop’s “This Is It” concerts might direct the movie. He is also famed for the hit film, “High School Musical.”

We’ve seen a few clips of the rehearsal footages but that’s only a morsel compared to what AEG has in their possession. The footage released last July 2 showed the international pop superstar practicing a song-and-dance routine at Los Angeles’s Staples Center two days before his death. The footage shows that Jackson had been in good health prior to the day he died.

Jackson was found barely breathing on June 25 at his rented Los Angeles mansion. A final cause of death has not been revealed as coroners await the results of toxicology tests.

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Michael Jackson Memorial –Most Touching Moment

July 8, 2009 by Janey

Millions of people all over the world stayed tune to the live coverage of Michael Jackson’s public memorial. 20,000 people flock to Staples Center, Los Angeles to celebrate the King of Pop’s life. Family and friends of Michael Jackson remembered his contribution to the music and to the world.

Brooke Shields expressed her breaking heart as she remembered her younger moments with Michael Jackson, as well as Berry Gordon, founder of MoTown Records, Magic Johnson and Kobe Bryant, Stevie Wonder.

The most touching moment for me during the memorial is when the whole family of MJ was onstage and Paris Jackson, one of Michael Jackson‘s three young children, and spoke about her late father. With Janet Jackson on her side, she broke down saying that her father is the best father imaginable… her voice cracked as well as her heart when she expressed her love for her father.

Growing up under shades, blanket, masks, Michael Jackson made efforts to protect his children’s faces from the paparazzi for more than a decade. But on Tuesday, in front of an audience of thousands at the Staples Center and millions more around the globe, 12-year-old Michael Joseph Jr., known as Prince Michael; 11-year-old Paris-Katherine; and 7-year-old Prince Michael II, known as Blanket clutching a Michael Jackson doll, sat in the front row, taking in their father’s memorial service at Staples Center.

The ceremony’s significant spotlight was on Paris addressing the crowd while fighting back sobs. She breaks down in public in remembrance of her dad as millions of fans’ heart mourned with her.

“Ever since I was born, Daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine,” she said, her tiny voice cracking. “And I just wanted to say I love him — so much.”

Another tearful moment was Jermaine Jackson singing a song for his brother. Viewers all over the world were stricken with emotion when the elder Jackson who was in tears performed his brother’s favorite song, “Smile.”

The group performed “We are the World” on the stage to honor Jackson’s role in bridging races.

Jackson sold an estimated 750 million copies of his album. Only Elvis Presley and the Beatles are within this record.

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The Battle for Michael Jackson’s Estate Continues

July 7, 2009 by Janey

Jackson’s public memorial is scheduled on Tuesday in Los Angeles, California. Ticket winners started retrieving their passes to the Staples Center ceremony. More than 1.6 million people registered for the free entrance tickets. From the registered million, only about 9,000 names were picked. The ticket allocation is two per person. Email notifications were sent to the lucky fans that scored the hottest ticket in town. Sadly, some were selling their much-coveted tickets on Ebay starting at USD 3,000.

The list of participants at the memorial includes Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Kobe Bryant, Brooke Shields, Motown founder Berry Gordy, Lionel Richie, John Mayer, Usher, Jennifer Hudson and Martin Luther King III.

While the memorial organizers, Los Angeles police and Michael Jackson fans are busy in the upcoming public memorial at Staples Center, the battle for the King of Pop’s estate continues. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff ruled against the request of Jackson’s mother to be put in charge of Jackson’s estate. The judge granted Michael Jackson’s longtime attorney, John Branca and music executive and family friend, John McClain to oversee the pop singer’s estate for now. Based on the 2002 will that surfaced recently, Jackson wanted the two to administer his estate.

Jackson died June 25, deeply in debt. But a court filing estimates that his estate will be worth more than $500 million. His assets are supposed to be for a private trust. Michael Jackson owned a 50 percent stake in the massive Sony-ATV Music Publishing Catalog, which includes music by the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Lady Gaga and the Jonas Brothers.

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The family also asked if Jackson’s mother, Katherine can co-administer the estate with Branca and McClain to ensure that there is no conflict of interest since the two also has involvement in Jackson’s other shares. They also wanted more time to see if another would emerge and to accommodate Jackson’s memorial service. The judge however denied the request.

The judge further grants Branca and McClain several powers over the estate, including the rights to negotiate a settlement with concert promoter AEG Live over refunds for Jackson’s canceled London shows.

Michael Jackson’s life and legacy will be memorialized publicly at the Staples Center, Los Angeles, California. People all over the world are organizing memorial services as well at their own locals to pay tribute to the King of Pop not only as a performer but bearer of a good heart.

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Michael Jackson Public Memorial

July 6, 2009 by Janey

CNN will be featuring Michael Jackson’s public memorial LIVE at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.

LIVE Coverage: July 8, Wed, 12mn

Anchors: Anderson Cooper, Larry King, Don Lemon and Soledad O’Brien will be anchoring live from Los Angeles

Campbell Brown and Roland Martin will be anchoring live from New York.

Extras: CNN will also have live coverage of memorial events happening around the world.

CNN Channel is available on SKY Cable.

Call SKY CABLE at 631-0000 for more inquiries.

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Returning to Neverland

July 1, 2009 by Janey

Michael Jackson’s body will return to Neverland for public viewing on Friday. A private memorial will follow on Sunday.

Fans gathered for a public tribute to Jackson at Harlem’s Apollo Theater, where the singer performed as a child.

Jackson died at age 50 June 25 after suffering cardiac arrest.

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The Man in the Mirror, Michael Jackson Dies at Age 50

June 26, 2009 by Janey

Legendary music icon Michael Jackson was found dead at his Los Angeles home, Thursday.

The King of Pop, the biggest celebrity world over, was suspected to have died of cardiac arrest. The Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded to a call placed around 12:30pm. The responding paramedics performed CPR trying to revive the star (ET has an exclusive photo). He wasn’t breathing when he was found and was immediately rushed to the UCLA Medical Center in LA. The cause of Jackson’s death is still sparse and uncertain. Some reports speculate that it might have been an overdose of prescription or certain substances. Michael Jackson didn’t have any symptoms of cardiac problem or any heart illnesses and resuscitation would have been able to revive him. This sudden tragic death shocks all music fans and there is outpouring of sympathy for the loss of Michael Jackson.

Coincidentally, Jessica Zafra wrote in her column in the Philippine Star a Michael Jackson feature today. On Larry King Live and Anderson Cooper, Michael Jackson’s friends sends their deepest sympathy, Quincy Jones, Randy Jackson, Sheryl Crow, Cher, among others. Donna Sommer will dedicate her concert to Michael. Madonna says he was one of the greats and truly an inspiration to her music as well. I wonder how Macaulay Culkin and Chris Tucker feels. They were pretty close to Jackson.

Jermaine Jackson, Michael Jackson’s Brother, with a heavy heart faced media at a press conference releasing the cause of Jackson’s death.

Michael Jackson first rose to stardom in the late 1960s as the lead singer of the Jackson 5. He was that little gifted boy with so much energy performing with the music group that he formed with his four older brothers. Their famous hits include “ABC” and “I’ll Be There” that has so many renditions from other artists.

The 1982 album “Thriller” is the best-selling album of all time having sold over 50 million copies worldwide. The much famed album includes top charters “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” and the most recognizable song to the world, “Thriller.” Usher, Chris Brown, Justin Timberlake music are from Michael Jackson’s influences.

Jackson’s career started to tarnish with a series of scandals. From his universal popularity in the 1980s, his stardom started to decline with a series of surgically altered appearance.

Michael Jackson popularized so many dance moves such as the moonwalker, pulling up the pants and the crotch-grabbing dance moves. Justin Timberlake’s voice reminds me of Jackson’s high-pitched voice that is punctuated with squeals and titters. He was the ultimate performer, if not the best dancer… King of all Generations and probably all genres for me… He was admired for his songs but Michael Jackson was also very instrumental in uniting Black and White together. The soulful lyrics of They Dont Care About Us, Heal the World, Boogeyman, Man in the Mirror, Black and White transcends across nations. Someone said that Michael Jackson’s death is like passing of an era. I totally agree.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of the King of Music, Michael Jackson. He was an all-out performer and has changed the music scene. My bucket list includes watching a Michael Jackson concert. I was so ecstatic to learn that he was doing a final run of concert series in Europe starting with London. There were even talks that he might do one in Asia. There are only three legendary icons for me, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson (and probably Beatles as a group). The only female counterpart I can think of that is on the same level is Madonna (who is also in my bucket list of performers I want to watch). They are the only artists that really made such enormous impact that shifted music landscape. His legacy in the music industry and the inspiration his creativity brought will remain in music fans’ hearts generation after generation.

Final Curtain for Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson Feat. Usher and Chris Tucker (Chris Tucker was super funny)

Michael Jackson’s Best Dance Moves

They Don’t Really Care About Us Music Video (Prisoner’s Version)

Iran Elections, Social Media, and the Death of Michael Jackson

Rest in Peace, MJ!

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Johnny Depp, Public Enemy No. 1, Mad in Wonderland Leaving 4K Tip

June 25, 2009 by Janey

Johnny Depp never plays a character unless it’s different and intriguing. He is never the ordinary person in his films. Lately, his name is making noise again in Hollywood for his most recent flick, Public Enemies. In this Michael Mann directed film, Marion Cotillard plays his love interest.

Depp was rumored to have left a very hefty tip while dining in Chicago last week. Chicago was the setting of the new gangster movie. He was dining with co-star and director at Gibsons Steakhouse and left well past midnight. The unsuspecting waiter, Mohammaed A. Sekhani reportedly received a $4,000 tip from the star.

More than Public Enemies though, what is more interesting is the movie which he also stars in, Alice in Wonderland. He will play the role of the Mad Hatter. I love the imaginative fantasy of Alice in Wonderland when I was young, but the Mad Hatter in the book really gave me the creeps. I wonder how Depp will fair in the role and Tim Burton behind the camera. I like Tim’s eerie creative take on films.

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Interestingly, Helena Bonham Carter is in the same film playing the Red Queen. She is married to Burton. Carter and Depp have both worked together during the filming of Sweeney Todd.

I am really excited to catch Alice in Wonderland. Anne Hathaway plays the White Queen, Matt Lucas as Tweedledee and Tweedledum, while Mia Wasikowska plays Alice.

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Mia Wasikowska is a 19-year old Australian actress who earned critical praise in the HBO drama, “In Treatment.” She was named Variety Magazine’s “10 actors to watch.”

Burton apparently chose her because of a certain emotional toughness reflected in her face… that makes her kind of an older person but with a younger person’s mentality. Alice will be the only character in Wonderland who isn’t enhanced in some degree with makeup or digital manipulation.

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Rob Pattinson Cab Accident

June 19, 2009 by Janey

Rob Pattinson was hit by a taxi cab on Thursday while escaping from screaming fans!

While the 23-year old Twilight star was shooting a movie that co-stars Emilie de Ravin in the Big Apple, a cab grazed him but the cabbie was able to hit on the brakes before major damage happened. The incident happened in front of the Strand Bookstore on Broadway and 12^th Street. The hysterical teen girls surprised Rob and he rushed across the street.