GMA-7 Dominates Both Daytime and Primetime Mega Manila TV Ratings for August 9-11

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from August 9 to 11, 2011 among Mega Manila households (People Ratings):



August 9, Tuesday



Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 11.5%

2. Kapuso Movie Festival: Abrakadabra (GMA-7) - 7.1%

3. Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 6.2%

4. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) / Blusang Itim (GMA-7) - 6%

5. Sisid (GMA-7) - 5.2%

6. One Piece (GMA-7) - 4.9%

7. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 4.6%

8. Detective Conan (GMA-7) / Gourmet (GMA-7) - 4.1%

9. Super Sine 5: Speed Racer (TV5) - 4%

10. I Dare You (ABS-CBN) - 3.3%



Primetime:

1. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 13.6%

2. Amaya (GMA-7) - 12.4%

3. Time of My Life (GMA-7) - 11.7%

4. Big Thing (GMA-7) - 11.6%

5. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 11.2%

6. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 10%

7. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 9.9%

8. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 9.7%

9. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 8.6%

10. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 8.4%



August 10, Wednesday



Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 12.6%

2. Blusang Itim (GMA-7) / Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 7.1%

3. Sisid (GMA-7) - 6.4%

4. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) - 6.2%

5. Kapuso Movie Festival: Dahil Tanging Ikaw (GMA-7) - 5.5%

6. One Piece (GMA-7) - 5.3%

7. Super Sine 5: Eragon (GMA-7) - 4.5%

8. Detective Conan (GMA-7) / Kapamilya Blockbusters: Aringkingking- 4.4%

9. Gourmet (GMA-7) - 4.3%

10. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 4.2%



Primetime:

1. Amaya (GMA-7) - 13.6%

2. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 13.4%

3. Time of My Life (GMA-7) - 11.6%

4. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 11.5%

5. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 11.3%

6. Big Thing (GMA-7) - 11%

7. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 10.8%

8. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 9.5%

9. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 8.9%

10. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 7.6%



August 11, Thursday



Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 13.9%

2. Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 7%

3. Blusang Itim (GMA-7) - 6.9%

4. Sisid (GMA-7) - 6.6%

5. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) - 6.5%

6. Kapuso Movie Festival: Anak ng Kumander (GMA-7) - 5.9%

7. Super Sine 5: 2 Fast 2 Furious (TV5) - 5.5%

8. One Piece (GMA-7) - 5.4%

9. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 4.6%

10. Detective Conan (GMA-7) - 4%



Primetime:

1. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 12.7%

2. Amaya (GMA-7) - 12.4%

3. Time of My Life (GMA-7) - 11.9%

4. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 11.8%

5. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 11.6%

6. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 11.3%

7. Big Thing (GMA-7) - 10.6%

8. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 9.4%

9. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 9.3%

10. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 7.2%





Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from August 9 to 11, 2011 among Mega Manila households (Household Ratings):



August 9, Tuesday



Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 29.7%

2. Kapuso Movie Festival: Abrakadabra (GMA-7) - 16.9%

3. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) - 16%

4. Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 15.7%

5. Blusang Itim (GMA-7) - 15.5%

6. Sisid (GMA-7) - 13.8%

7. One Piece (GMA-7) - 13%

8. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 11.1%

9. Gourmet (GMA-7) - 11%

10. Detective Conan (GMA-7) - 10.5%



Primetime:

1. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 28.2%

2. Amaya (GMA-7) - 26.1%

3. Time of My Life (GMA-7) - 24.5%

4. Big Thing (GMA-7) - 24.2%

5. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 22.9%

6. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 22.8%

7. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 21.1%

8. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 19.1%

9. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 19%

10. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 17.1%



August 10, Wednesday



Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 29.6%

2. Blusang Itim (GMA-7) / Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 16.9%

3. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) - 14.8%

4. Sisid (GMA-7) - 14.7%

5. One Piece (GMA-7) - 12.8%

6. Kapuso Movie Festival: Dahil Tanging Ikaw (GMA-7) - 12.2%

7. Detective Conan (GMA-7) - 11.3%

8. Gourmet (GMA-7) - 10.5%

9. Kapamilya Blockbusters: Aringkingking (ABS-CBN) - 9.7%

10. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 9.6%



Primetime:

1. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 25.6%

2. Amaya (GMA-7) - 25.4%

3. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 24.4%

4. Time of My Life (GMA-7) - 23.6%

5. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 23.1%

6. Big Thing (GMA-7) - 22.6%

7. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 22.5%

8. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 21%

9. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 20.2%

10. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 16.3%



August 11, Thursday



Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 32.8%

2. Sinner Or Saint (GMA-7) - 17.4%

3. Blusang Itim (GMA-7) - 17.2%

4. Sisid (GMA-7) - 16.4%

5. Slam Dunk (GMA-7) - 15.8%

6. One Piece (GMA-7) - 13.6%

7. Kapuso Movie Festival: Anak ng Kumander (GMA-7) - 13.4%

8. Gourmet (GMA-7) - 10.6%

9. Showtime (ABS-CBN) - 9.6%

10. Detective Conan (GMA-7) - 9.5%



Primetime:

1. Munting Heredera (GMA-7) - 28.5%

2. Amaya (GMA-7) - 27.9%

3. Time of My Life (GMA-7) - 24.8%

4. Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (ABS-CBN) - 23.2%

5. 100 Days To Heaven (ABS-CBN) - 23%

6. Big Thing (GMA-7) 22.1%

7. 24 Oras (GMA-7) - 22%

8. Guns And Roses (ABS-CBN) - 21.3%

9. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) - 19.7%

10. The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition (ABS-CBN) - 15.4%



Source: AGB Nielsen Phils.

Rose McGowan Bisexual?

Rose McGowan, raised by drag queens and a known advocate for the gay community, is not at all bisexual.



In her recent interview with the Advocate, McGowan tells about her rocky childhood and how she found love and care with the drag queens.



"At 13, when I was a runaway, I was taken in by the most amazing drag queens in Portland, Oregon. We didn’t always know where our next meal was coming from, but there was so much camaraderie and love. Not to mention, those girls could paint a face, and I learned how because of them." the Conan the Barbarian star says.



McGowan further details fun times that she had with her guardians and the way in which they impact her to this day.



"I could finagle my way into lots of different places," she says about whether she could get into night clubs despite her young age. "Whether it was how I danced or the way I looked, I was always quite celebrated in the gay clubs. To this day, I only go to gay clubs. I’m perfectly at home there. I also like watching hot boys and hot girls who can dance."



That being said, as hard as she tries, she doesn't find herself attracted to women. Off-screen, at least.



"I disappoint myself. I’ve never even kissed a girl. Isn’t that funny? The girls I think are cute look like guys, but then I think, But if they open their shirt, they’ll have breasts," she muses. "I’d be stoked to do a lesbian love scene. When asked if I’ve kissed a girl, I could finally say, ‘Why, yes, I have. And I got paid.’"

First Two Weeks of GMA-7 Danserye "Time of My Life" to Be Aired on Sunday Before Party Pilipinas

Before Party Pilipinas on Sunday, August 14, GMA-7 airs a marathon of the first two weeks of the very first Kapuso danserye, Time of My Life.



Once again, viewers will witness the explosive and overwhelming opening dance sequence of the show's cast led by Kris Bernal, Rocco Nacino and Mark Herras with Jean Garcia.



Recall the intense scenes when Fred (Raymond Bagatsing) falls out of love for Martha (Cherie Gil) and falls for Lisa (Jean).



Look back at how Shane (Kris) grows up to be a woman who impresses everyone with her superb dancing skills, including her friend Jason (Rocco) and the perfectionist-performer Patrick (Mark).



Viewers will definitely enjoy watching all the groove and emotions fused in the production numbers in the very first danserye of GMA.



Catch the recap of the first two weeks of Time of My Life on Sunday, August 14, before Party Pilipinas on GMA-7.

Gladiators Arrested by Rome Police

Gladiators arrested outside Rome's Colosseum by police authorities in an undercover operation aimed to end a violent racket operation caused by these impersonators who are preying on tourists around Rome's most famous sites.



At least 20 gladiator impersonators from five tourist agencies and seven families mostly found outside the Colosseum, Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Venezia and in front of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican were arrested following reports of attacking and intimidating competitors in order to protect their business of collecting up to $14 per photo for having their pictures taken alongside tourists in front of attractions.



Police officers who disguised as gladiators in order to conduct a successful raid operations were beaten up by the alleged criminal gladiators before other undercover officers came in to rescue their colleagues.

Kim Chiu and Edgar Allan Guzman Star in this Saturday's Episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya

Kapamilya primetime princess Kim Chiu and Kapatid's award-winning actor Edgar Allan Guzman will depict a tale of love between two friends in the August 13 episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya.



With a script written by Maan Dimaculangan, Direk Cathy handles Kim for the first time. This also marks the return of Direk Cathy to ABS-CBN's long-running drama anthology after six years.



Kim considers herself lucky to be given the chance to work with Direk Cathy who has helmed blockbuster movies such as A Very Special Love and You Changed My Life.



Kim says about this episode: "Maraming firsts, first time kong makatrabaho si Direk Cathy, first time kong makatrabaho and ma-meet si Edgar Allan. Parang love story ito ng isang babae na laging iniiwan. Iniwan na siya ng daddy niya, iniwan pa siya ng first boyfriend niya iniwan pa siya ng second boyfriend niya, so parang kwento ng babaeng dapat maging strong at maraming challenges sa buhay na hinarap."



The young actress also says that she is nervous about working with Edgar Allan Guzman, who recently won as Best Actor for the Cinemalaya entry Bisperas.



Other stars in the cast are Yayo Aguila, Allan Paule, Felix Roco, Marielle Pamintuan, Bea Saw, Kitkat, Auriette Divina and Shey Bustamante.

Korea's "Big Thing" is now on GMA-7

The Koreanovela that received the most trophies in the 2010 SBS Drama Awards is now in the Philippines.



“Big Thing” stars Ko Hyun Jung, who portrayed Lady Mishil in Queen Seon Deok. This time, however, she is no longer the villain but is now the main protagonist of the story.



Kwon Sang Woo, who is popularly known as Cholo in Stairway to Heaven, also makes a comeback and plays as a prosecutor named Edward Ha.



The story of “Big Thing” tells of Maureen’s (Ko Hyun Jung) rise to power as the first female president of South Korea. She started as a TV announcer who protested against the government because of her husband’s death in the hands of terrorists.



Two men aid her to succeed in politics: Edward, her friend who secretly loves her; and Victor Kang (Cha In Pyo), the congressman who urged her to run for president for his own ambitions.



Can Maureen survive the difficult and sometimes dirty world of politics? Whom should she trust? Is there a room for love in her life — both as a single mom and as a head of state?



Big Thing promises a highly interesting and relatable plot to the Filipino people. After having two female presidents, Filipinos will definitely want to know the ins and outs of politics from a strong woman’s point of view.



"Big Thing" airs Monday to Friday on GMA-7 Telebabad.

Judy Ann Santos and Coco Martin Join ASAP Rocks ‘Feel na Feel’ Episode this Sunday

Feel a massive dose of superstar power as “ASAP Rocks” takes you to a roller coaster ride of unbelievable highs led by Gary Valenciano, Zsazsa Padilla, Sarah Geronimo, KC Concepcion, John Lloyd Cruz, Coco Martin, Piolo Pascual and “Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition” host Superstar Judy Ann Santos.



Exhilarating Kapamilya surprises begin with the hottest launch of the newest teleserye “Maria la del Barrio” topbilled by Erich Gonzales, Paw Diaz, Arron Villaflor and Enchong Dee; the excitement builds up with the return of the country’s ultimate Primetime Princess – Kim Chiu via “My Binondo Girl”; Boots Anson Roa, Ronaldo Valdez, Lorna Tolentino, Amy Austria, John Estrada, Tonton Guttierez, Martin del Rosario and Coco Martin of “Minsan lang kita Iibigin” bid a heartbreaking farewell to their supporters.



It’s a moving Sunday as ASAP Sessionistas reminisce the most requested poignant songs and memories plus sentimental favorites fill the air with special renditions from ASAP Pinoy Champs Jovit Baldivino, Marcelito Pomoy and Angeline Quinto.



Plus electrifying surprises from Maja Salvador, Matteo Guidecelli, Shaina Magdayao, Nikki Gil, Gab Valenciano, Jessy Mendiola, Zaijan Jaranilla, birthday celebrator Young JV with APOP, Starpower Four, Neilbeth, B4, Camper’s Champs, XB Gensan, Freestylers, Kiss, Laoag Gymnastics Group, G-Force and “Way Back Home” stars Julia Montes, Sam Concepcion, Enrique Gil and Kathryn Bernardo.



Experience all the drama and all the action only on “ASAP Rocks” feel na feel episode this Sunday, August 14, 12:15 high noon. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/.

McCain Hobbits: Republicans Seek an Apology for Hobbits Comment

McCain hobbits comments to a tea party-backed Republicans on Wednesday earns frustrations and negative criticisms from public.



Sen. John McCain's harsh words began when he reacts to a Wall Street Journal editorial about the US Tea Party element who are demanding a vote on a balanced budget amendment before they will vote to raise the debt limit.



"The Republican House that failed to raise the debt ceiling would somehow escape all blame. Then Democrats would have no choice but to pass a balanced-budget amendment and reform entitlements, and the tea-party Hobbits could return to Middle Earth having defeated Mordor." the Arizona Republican Senator said.



When confronted and asked for an apology by his constituents during last Monday's town hall meeting, McCain said, "I am sorry if I was misunderstood. But I am not sorry for what I said. Why should I if it was a fact?"





Watch the video below:

Video credit: ArizonaSean on Youtube

Angel Locsin Reveals Phil Younghusband Followed Her in Paris

Angel Locsin and Phil Younghusband had a wonderful time bonding together recently in Paris.



During the story conference for her upcoming film with John Lloyd Cruz, Angel Locsin, who just came from a Kapamilya Fiesta Caravan show in Paris, revealed that Phil Younghusband followed her 6,778.03 miles away from Manila.



"Masaya kami nakapagbakasyon kami doon kasi hindi naman namin nagagawa yon dito sa Manila. Sumunod siya oo, sumunod siya sa Paris. Siyempre masaya at sinundan ka sa Paris," the actress said.



They must be really inlove and proud!

Albie Casiño Receives Rave Reviews in '100 Days to Heaven'

Not only has “100 Days to Heaven” earned the nods of TV viewers and critics, it has also been made the teaching topic of a church sermon.



According to respected critic and columnist Nestor Torre, he heard a sermon himself wherein the priest urged churchgoers to learn from the story of the mean, icy, and cunning owner of a toy empire, Anna Manalastas.



In his sermon, the priest said people can draw inspiration from Anna, who after being killed in a car explosion, was given a second chance at earning a ticket to heaven by doing good to those she have wronged. He said Anna’s story shows the importance of “making amends, asking for forgiveness, attaining closure and deserving a second chance.”



In his review of “100 Days to Heaven,” Torre called it “as this season’s most inspiring TV series.”



And as Anna’s mission in the program continues, the viewers can expect more inspiring stories and moving scenes with the entry of veteran actor Christopher de Leon and controversial actor Albie Casiño, who will play father and son in the show.



Meanwhile, “100 Days to Heaven” also remains as the most-watched TV program across the country with a 32.9% national TV rating on Kantar Media last August 5 as opposed to the 21.5% TV rating of GMA’s “Amaya.”

Richard Gutierrez' Survivor Philippines 2011 - Trailers

Here are the teaser trailers of Survivor Philippines 2011.

To be hosted again by Richard Gutierrez, the fourth season of Survivor Philippines will be aired before the year ends.

Video credit: GMAKapusoTeaser

Coco Martin and ‘Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin’ Cast Bids Farewell to Loyal Fans this Sunday at SM Skydome

Due to the public’s undying support for “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin,” the whole cast will bid their fans farewell this Sunday at the SM Skydome in SM North Edsa, Quezon City with their “Walang Hanggang Pasasalamat,” grand fans day.



Join your favorite characters on ABS-CBN’s top-rating soap, “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin,” Coco Martin as Alexander and Javier, Maja Salvador as Krista, Andi Eigenmann as Gabby, and Martin del Rosario as Berto, as they express their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who have supported them in their journey.



Alexander’s and Javier’s final fate finally unfold next Friday on “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin,” a series loved and embraced by the whole nation.

Between family and duty, what will the once estranged brothers Javier and Alexander choose?



Don’t miss out on the final moments of “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin,” after “Guns and Roses” on ABS-CBN’s undisputed primetime.

Miss Earth 2008 Karla Henry Stabbed in Her Condo

Miss Earth 2008 Karla Paula Henry was stabbed inside her California Garden Square Condominium in Mandaluyong City yesterday, August 11.



According to a tweet by her beauty queen-friend Anna Maris Igpit (@annaigpit) the suspect, named Jerome Quibuyen, who is reportedly drunk, attacked the beauty queen using a sharp slice of a broken beer bottle while the she was making her way up to her condominium unit.



"She parked her car then was about to go up the staircase when she was stabbed. The guy was drunk and used a Red horse bottle," Igpit tweeted.



Henry is now reportedly declared out of danger.



“She's very stable now. Charges were already filed against the suspect,” Igpit added.

Sneak Peek: “Friends With Benefits”

Columbia Pictures gathers Justin Timberlake, Mila Kunis, Bryan Greenberg and Woody Harrelson in the new off-beat romantic comedy “Friends with Benefits.”



In the film, Dylan (Timberlake) and Jamie (Kunis) certainly aren't in a settling-down frame of mind. When New York-based executive recruiter Jamie trains her considerable headhunting skills on luring hotshot LA-based art director Dylan to take a dream job in the Big Apple, they quickly realize what kindred spirits they are. They've each been through so many failed relationships that they're both ready to give up on love and focus on having fun.



So when Dylan relocates to New York and the pair start hanging out regularly, they share plenty of laughs over a twin belief that love is a myth propagated by Hollywood movies. That's when these two begin a deliciously sexy, decidedly grown-up experiment.



Could these two fast friends – who are successful, unattached, and scornful of commitment - explore new terrain?

If they add casual "no emotions" sex to their friendship, can they avoid all the pitfalls that come with thinking about someone else as more than just a pal?



As two people weaned on the disappointing promises of romantic comedies, Dylan and Jamie shouldn’t be entirely surprised when their bold move becomes a bawdy, sexy ride into uncharted territory, exposing much more of themselves than they ever thought they'd get to see.



“Friends with Benefits” is directed and produced by Will Gluck (“Easy A”). The screenplay is by Keith Merryman & David A. Newman, along with Gluck. Story is by Harley Peyton and Keith Merryman & David A. Newman.



Opening soon across the Philippines, “Friends with Benefits” is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International. Visit www.sonypictures.com.ph to see the latest trailers, get free downloads and play free movie games. Like us at www.Facebook.com/ColumbiaPicturesPH and join our fan contests.



- Columbia Pictures PR

“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2” is the Number One Film of 2011

BURBANK, CA – Continuing to make box office magic, Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2” has now become the top-grossing release of 2011 in all categories: domestic box office, international box office and worldwide box office. The announcement was made today by Warner Bros. Pictures President of Domestic Distribution, Dan Fellman, and President of International Distribution, Veronika Kwan-Rubinek.



The last installment of the blockbuster motion picture franchise has broken numerous box office records around the world in just under a month since its July opening. As of August 8, the film had earned $344.8 million domestically and $801.5 million internationally, for an astounding worldwide box office gross of $1.146 billion, making “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2” the third-highest-grossing film worldwide of all time.



Veronika Kwan-Rubinek stated, “‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2’ can truly be called a global phenomenon. The filmmakers and cast, who dedicated their talents to the success of these films for over a decade, share in this piece of cinema history. We congratulate and thank them all.”



Dan Fellman said, “This is another incredible milestone for the last chapter of this historic film series, and for the Harry Potter franchise as a whole. In a crowded and very competitive summer, it is a tribute to both the film and the people behind it that moviegoers are still turning out to enjoy it—whether for the first time or for a repeat viewing.”





“Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2” is the first Harry Potter film to be released in both 3D and 2D. The film is being distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.



- Warner Bros. Pictures PR

Olivia Wilde Stars in 'The Peter Griffin Side Boob Hour' (& Other Boob News)

Olivia Wilde was photographed earlier today, at the UK premiere of Cowboys and Aliens:

Check out that side boob.

How 'bout that side boob?

The Peter Griffin Side Boob Hour

And in other Boob News:

Lindsay Lohan Wears a Semi-Sheer Top 

Say what you will about Ms. Lohan, but she does have a nice pair of tater tots.

Video - Deep Fried Butter on a Stick Hits Iowa State Fair – Are you Serious?

Deep Fried Butter on a Stick

You’re kidding right? A fried butter log?

We all know that the Iowa State Fair is notorious for creating some of the worst possible foods known to mankind.

It’s almost like they are just tempting you to kill yourself.

But this year the creative purveyors of food delicacies have gone too far.

For just a few bucks, you can now buy a deep fried stick of butter mixed with a fat laden batter and deep fried.

All you have to do is take a stick of butter, cover it in cinnamon and honey and dip it in a hot grease fryer.

Mmmmm.

No – we’re not kidding.

Watch How to Make Deep Fried Butter Stick - Iowa State Fair


Now, we suspect if you have to ask how many calories are in a creation like this then “health” is not a word in your vocabulary.

Some experts say it is probably close to 2,500 calories and 300% of your daily recommended amount of fat.

Needless to say you will get an entire week of fat, cholesterol and other bad things if you chow down on one of these things.

Why not wash it down with a couple of beers?

Oh yea, don’t forget the Rolaids.

The Iowa State Fair runs through August 21st so hurry!

If you get there on opening night you can participate in one of the Fair’s oldest traditions – butter sculpting.

Each team receives one 55 pound block of butter and has 30 minutes to sculpt it into whatever they want. The winning sculptures will be displayed alongside the world famous Butter Cow in the Agriculture Building.

The losers? Well, they get their sculpture deep fried on a stick.

What do you think? Would YOU try one?

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Video - iCarly’s Miranda Cosgrove Breaks Ankle in Tour Bus Accident - Mother also Injured

18-year-old actress and singer Miranda Cosgrove broke her ankle in a tour bus accident this morning.

According to reports, the tour bus she was riding in crashed into an overturned truck on Interstate 70 near Vandalia Illinois.

Cosgrove was traveling to her next concert venue in Kansas when the accident occurred injuring several people. The bus driver was flown to the hospital and is reported in critical condition.

Cosgrove broke her ankle and was taken to the hospital for treatment and observation and has cancelled her shows in Wichita Kansas and Denver Colorado.

Her rep released a statement saying,

"Miranda Cosgrove's tour bus was involved in an accident early this morning in Illinois on I-70, just outside of Vandalia. There were five passengers on the bus, and Miranda suffered a broken ankle. At this time, we are told everyone will be fine. Because of this, her tour is postponed until further notice. Miranda thanks everyone for their understanding and support."

Miranda's mother was also injured in the accident but is expected to recover. One reporter on the scene said the accident was much worse then she thought saying,

"Miranda's mom was on the bus with her and got really beaten up by the crash. She's expected to fully recover, but it's scary because the driver was hurt, too, and he's in really bad shape because the injury happened close to his heart. This was a life-threatening crash. A piece from the tractor-trailer went straight through the windshield and the driver's arm was sliced all the way through."

A local news channel took the following footage showing the tour bus badly damaged and being towed away.



In addition to her role as Carly Shaw on “iCarly”, the actress has appeared in “The Naked Brothers Band”, “The Wild Stallion”, “Drake & Josh”, “Unfabulous”, and other Nickelodeon shows.

She is currently on the road touring as part of her “Dancing Crazy Summer Tour” and until yesterday was performing with teen sensation Greyson Chance.

Watch Miranda Cosgrove interview on HLN


We wish Miranda the best and are sure she will be back on tour as soon as she heals.

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Video - Justin Bieber Rocks Pink Shoes as Alter Ego Derek Bieber – Denies He is Dead or a Brat

Leave it to Justin Bieber to start a controversy no matter where he goes.

While leaving a restaurant yesterday in Hollywood with his manager Scooter Braun, Bieber was confronted by a photographer from TMZ who clearly did not have his facts straight.

Bieber was asked about an incident on an American Airlines flight where the pop singer was rude and refused to sign an autograph for one of the pilots.

Bieber denied the story and then was asked what it was like to be famous and have all these fake stories and rumors circulating about him.

Bieber responded,

"I'm famous? I'm a celebrity? I didn't even realize. My name's Derek. I don't even know what you're talking about. I'm just a look-alike. I don't know why you guys are following me around with cameras. I've never heard anybody ever call me a brat."

Justin then told the photog that he shouldn’t believe everything he hears and that there were also stories that he had died from multiple causes and they were on their way to his funeral.

Funny…

Watch Justin as Derek Bieber in Hollywood


Within an hour of the video being released “Derek Bieber” was a worldwide trending topic on twitter.

Ah, the power of social media!

But when you really are Justin Bieber, and worth an estimated $100 million, you can do anything you want and wear anything you want.

In fact, The Bieb’s is so confident in his masculinity these days he was rocking some ultra-bright pink shoes.

Nothing says masculine like pink shoes, two earrings, and making a lady carry your shopping bags.

We also noticed in the video that nobody really seemed to care that Scooter Braun was there, and he acted like he didn’t want anything to do with any of the discussion.

Smooth move Scooter – and nice beard.

For his part, Bieber is back in the studio working on his new album “Believe”.

Can’t wait.

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Summer Colors...having a blast

Pink and Yellow are two of my favorite colors this season whether it be in your home, the art you display, the flowers you cut, the color scheme for a party, the shoes on your feet or a fun bright accessory.  What color would you choose....

Are you Pretty in Pink?

ASOS shift dress
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Zara short jacket
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Lazy Oaf bodycon skirt
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Lisa Curran bandeau bathing suit
$62 - piperlime.gap.com

Timex Originals Camper
$50 - piperlime.gap.com

Lori's Shoes - Lori's Shoes Jeffrey Campbell Shy-Town

$148 - lorisshoes.com

Or Mellow Yellow?

Blouse
$29 - shopnastygal.com

Lodestar Lantern - Anthropologie.com
$28 - anthropologie.com

Bikini swimwear
$24 - topshop.com

Betsey Johnson leather wedge sandals
$90 - piperlime.gap.com

Casey Anthony is Most Hated Person in America

Casey Anthony is America's most hated, even more than Paris Hilton.





A new poll that tracks public perceptions of celebrities says Caysee Anthony, the Florida woman who was found not guilty recently of murdering her two year-old daughter, is the most hated person in America.

The 25-year-old Anthony is reportedly hiding after being released from jail last July. Her daughter would have been 6 years old yesterday as a group of people and the grandparents gathered to the place where the tot's body was found.

Anthony was more disliked than California's "Octomom," former football star O.J. Simpson and socialite Paris Hilton, according to the poll by E-Poll Market Research which was released Wednesday.

Some legal pundits and millions of Americans were surprised when Anthony was acquitted in July of the murder case of her daughter Caylee Anthony after six weeks of trial.

According to the latest E-Poll's E-Score Celebrity research, 54 percent of those questioned were aware of Casey Anthony and her story, and 94 percent of those people disliked her. She was also considered "creepy" by 57 percent and "cold" by 60 percent of respondents.

Following Anthony in the most hated list is former "The Hills" star Spencer Pratt and third placer is Nadya Suleman, the unemployed single California woman who gave birth to octuplets in 2009 despite already having six children. O.J. Simpson, another murder suspect, came fourth.

Image courtesy of REUTERS

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Most Hated Person in America Poll Results – Top 10 List

Most hated person in America, based on the online poll conducted by E-Poll Market Research, shows that the American people dislike those personalities who got involved in crime, controversies and broken relationships in one way or another.





Here are the Top 10 Most Hated personalities in the U.S.:



1. Casey Anthony – the young mom acquitted of killing her 2-year-old daughter Caylee in 2008.



2. Spencer Pratt – former "The Hills" star.



3. Nadya Suleman – the unemployed single California woman who gave birth to octuplets in 2009 despite already having six children.



4. O.J. Simpson — who was acquitted in 1995 of murdering his ex-wife and a friend in 1994.



5. Jon Gosselin – a reality-TV star famous for his eight kids and a public divorce from his ex-wife Kate Gosselin.



6. Kate Gosselin – Jon Gosselin's ex-wife.



7. Levi Johnston — the former fiance of Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin's daughter Bristol.



8. Paris Hilton – Hotel chain heiress, socialite and actress. Star of the reality show "The World According to Paris."



9. Heidi Fleiss – Former Hollywood madam, and also a columnist and television personality.



10. Howard Stern – Radio shock jock.



This poll that tracks public perceptions of celebrities as conducted weekly by E-Poll Market Research, an online survey company based in Encino, California, has a total 1,100 respondents averaging from aged 13 and above.

Stephen Hawking’s Genius Cat “Atom” Starts a Twitter Account

Stephen Hawking's Cat

Famed theoretical Physicist Dr. Stephen Hawking is known for a lot of things – big things.

He is by far one of the most intelligent individuals to walk the Earth today, and is on par with Albert Einstein for his work in the field of theoretical physics and science.

With three influential books, research in Cosmology at Cambridge, a Ph.D., twelve honorary degrees, and the Director of Research at the Centre for Theoretical Cosmology at DAMTP in Cambridge, it is difficult to imagine what his everyday life must be like.

“Stephen in bound to a wheelchair and relies on the help of others for everything he does 24 hours a day. Most people have no idea what is involved in not only his care, but managing his travel and speaking schedules on top of everything else he does.”

What does a great man like Stephen Hawking eat for breakfast? What does he read when he wants to relax? What is his favorite color? - assuming “color” actually exists.

Well, now we can find out from “Atom”.

That’s right – Atom the cat.

Stephen Hawking

Atom may not be as smart as Dr. Hawking, and certainly is a bit more irreverent, but Atom plans to share tales of Physics, the universe, religion, string theory, relativity, and anything else he wants on his new twitter account.

Really?

Yes, Stephen Hawking’s cat Atom has a twitter account.

You can follow Atom at @HawkingsCat

Even though Dr. Hawking seems to think God was not necessary to create our universe, Atom tends to think He was.

Not wanting to offend his owner and risk being sent to the Humane Society, Atom decided to start a twitter account to share his views, humor, and insight into his life of being the world’s smartest man’s pet.

Atom says,

“There are just some things I wanted to get off my chest. I love Stephen but I think he may be a little misguided in some of his reasoning behind not needing GOD in the universe. I created my twitter account so I could express my views in a forum where I am free to be who I am – just a dumb cat who thinks God should have a place in every scientist’s laboratory.”

Atom says his twitter account is going to focus on humor and clever insight about Dr. Hawking and the universe with an occasional tweet about his views on religion.

“I don’t want to overdo the religious stuff. I’m just a cat, and most people already believe in God so I’m just going to occasionally point out a few things that force us as humans to confront the concept of God in our universe every day.”

We think this is the cleverest thing we have ever seen and a perfect example of how social media can have an impact on a multitude of people.

We can’t wait to hear what Atom has to say about multiple universes and string theory!

You can follow Atom on twitter at @HawkingsCat

Dolphy’s Grandson Rowell Quizon Auditions in ‘Pilipinas Got Talent’

It must really be in the blood. Rowell Quizon, the grandson of comedy king Dolphy, is now trying to penetrate showbiz.



Last Sunday, August 7, 28-year old Rowell surprised everyone when he auditioned in the country’s number one talent-reality show “Pilipinas Got Talent” and showcased his singing talent before judges Kris Aquino, Ai Ai Delas Alas, and Freddie M. Garcia.



The moment he entered the stage, Kris quickly quipped “I think I know you.” The young quizon then revealed that he is the son of Freddie Quizon and grandson of Dolphy. Despite being a showbiz royalty, Rowell underwent the whole audition process and waited in line just like everybody else. He didn’t tell Dolphy about his plan so as to surprise him. With his balladeer voice and natural charisma, Rowell got all judges’ votes and will proceed to the next round. Will he be the next grand winner?



This season, PGT went to almost 80 cities and municipalities in search for distinct, world-class Pinoy acts. Get to see all of these in “Pilipinas Got Talent,” with Luis Manzano and Billy Crawford as hosts, airing every Saturday, 9PM, and Sunday, 8:30 PM on ABS-CBN.

Asi Taulava and Malaysian Kwaan Yoong Jing Crotch Grabbing Incident Video

Smart Gilas Pilipinas center Asi Taulava punches Malaysian player Kwaan Yoong Jing during their basketball face-off in Day 4 of the ongoing 33rd William Jones Cup at the Hsinchuang Stadium in New Taipei City in Chinese Taipei which resulted in ejection of both of them in the game.



Taulava accused the Malaysian player of grabbing his crotch while inside the court, "He grabbed my balls, squeezed it then back-punched it!" he told Joey Villar of the Philippine Star.



Although, he's a clear victim in this circumstances, Taulava still manage to apologize to his Filipino fans through Twitter.



"Would like to apologize to everybody that watched the game today for losing my cool,” he wrote. “No excuses for my actions, and I’m sorry."





Watch the crotch grabbing and punching incident between Asi Taulava and Kwaan Yoong Jing in the video below:

Video credit: nosebleedzzz on YouTube

Mariel Rodriguez Receives Birthday Surprises from Her 'Happy Yipee Yehey!' Family

Teary-eyed Mariel Rodriguez can’t contain the happiness she felt because of the “touching” birthday surprises she received from her “Happy Yipee Yehey!” (HYY) family yesterday.

“Ang Tanging Hinga Mo,” renamed as “Ang Tanging Birthday Mo” in a while, was made extra special, as Mariel’s closest friends Lara Quigaman, Valerie Concepcion and husband’s daughter Queenie Padilla battled out for it. Also present for the game were Mariel’s cousin Bianca and fans club president Juliet. Mariel sang her favorite songs “Fallin” and “Ipagpatawad Mo.”









Meanwhile, her co-host Randy Santiago shocked everyone when he introduced Robin Padilla as one of the guests. But it was not hubby Robin who appeared but “Ro-Bentong” in Robin Hood costume.



For more updates, follow HYY on Twitter, http://twitter.com/#!/hyyofficial

Dingdong Dantes Covers GARAGE Magazine August/September 2011 Issue

As they turned 3 this month, GARAGE Magazine decided to party with one of the country's best dressed actors Dingdong Dantes!



See who made their list for this year's Street Dapper Kings and learn their style secrets. Also, they've beefed up this anniversary edition with loads of special features and interesting articles.



So better grab a copy of Garage Magazine's thickest issue to date! Out now in magazine stands and selected supermarkets and bookstors nationwide!

CCP Closes Kulo Exhibit Gallery

The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) finally decided to close down the gallery with controversial 'Kulo' exhibit and houses artist Mideo Cruz's controversial "Politeismo" artworks where several versions of Jesus Christ and other religious objects decorated with a red penis or other odd objects, which critics described as "blasphemous" and "sacrilegious."



"Due to numerous emails, text messages and other letters sent to various officers of the CCP, and to the artists themselves, with an increasing number of threats to persons and property, the members of the Board of the Cultural Center of the Philippines have decided to close down the Main Gallery where the Kulo Exhibit is on display," the CCP said in a statement.



However, members of an artists group condemned this decision and ask fellow artists and members of the press to fight against censorship and attacks on freedom of expression.



"To allow the exhibit’s closure based on the opinion of bishops and religious lay leaders]would set the precedent for all other exhibitions that would follow," according to a Facebook message by the Palayain ang Sining artist group.

Most Hated Person in America Casey Anthony is Now in Hiding

Most hated person poll reveals on Wednesday that Casey Anthony, the young mom acquitted of killing her 2-year-old daughter Caylee in 2008, is considered to be the most disliked person in America.

A poll that tracks public perceptions of celebrities as conducted by E-Poll Market Research, an online survey company based in Encino, California California shows that for the first week of August 53% out of 1,100 respondents aged 13 and above were aware of Casey Anthony and her story, and 94% of those people disliked her.



25-year old Anthony, who is now in hiding after being released from jail in July, was also considered "creepy" by 57% and "cold" by 60% of respondents.



Coming next to Casey Anthony is former "The Hills" reality TV show star Spencer Pratt, followed by octomom Nadya Suleman. O.J. Simpson, who was acquitted in 1995 of murdering his ex-wife and a friend in 1994, meanwhile placed fourth in the survery.



(Updated news article)

My Binondo Girl - Full Trailer

Here is the full trailer of ABS-CBN's upcoming romantic drama primetime series "My Binondo Girl."



Leading the cast are Kapamilya primetime princess Kim Chiu in a dual role (Belinda Young / Marcus Jung) and her three leading men Xian Lim, Matteo Guidicelli and Jolo Revilla.



Also in the cast are Laureen Uy, Glydel Mercado, Cherie Pie Picache and Ai Ai delas Alas.





My Binondo Girl - Full Trailer:

"My Binondo Girl" premieres August 22 on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Tadd Gadduang and Melanie Moore - Jazz - So You Think You Can Dance

Marko Germar and Lauren Froderman - Contemporary - So You Think You Can Dance Finale

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Tadd Gadduang and Sasha Mallory – Cha Cha – So You Think You Can Dance Finale

TV5 Kicks-off ‘Pinoy Explorer’ with ‘Nasaan Si Aga?’ Promo

Aga Muhlach is leaving the country and everyone is wondering where he is going. Anyone can take a guess, but TV5 makes the guessing a lot more fun and exciting with the launch of the “Nasaan Si Aga?” text and Twitter promo which runs from August 10 to September 1, 2011.



The challenge lies in guessing where Aga is going via clues that will gradually be revealed in newspaper print ads and through the promo’s official website www.nasaansiaga.com. To join the “Nasaan Si Aga?” text promo, interested participants can register by texting AGA REG to 2929. Registration is free! To start guessing Aga’s whereabouts, participants can text AGA to 2929 and earn one raffle entry for each answer sent. The text promo is open to all Smart, Sun and Globe subscribers. Tariff rates apply.



For the “Nasaan Si Aga?” Twitter promo, participants can visit www.nasaansiaga.com and start earning raffle entries by tweeting using the #nasaansiaga hashtag. Each Twitter user earns one raffle entry regardless of how many tweets made. The profile photos of participants who tweet using the #nasaansiaga hashtag will be collated by a program to form a mosaic that will gradually show an image of Aga’s location. The mosaic can be viewed on the official website. The more tweets, the faster the image will form. Upon reaching 10,000 tweets, the complete image will be revealed.



At the end of the promo on September 1, 2011, one Twitter user from the mosaic will be chosen as the winner of a brand new Apple iPad2. The “Nasaan Si Aga?” text promo winner of an Asian adventure for 2 will also be announced during an event in September.



So, as Aga sets off to leave for his unknown destination, get ready to start guessing and join the mobile and online craze that will surely test your mind on where he has gone to. Joining is easy and the actual guessing game makes it all the more fun.



The “Nasaan Si Aga?” promo is per DTI permit no. 5733 (for mobile promo) and no. 5913 (for Twitter promo). See print ads and visit www.nasaansiaga.com for details.

Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo Makes Her TV Comeback Via ‘Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition’

A new Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo returns to television through the much-awaited kiddie cooking reality show “Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition.”



For the very first time in her career, the Philippine’s Queen of Soap Opera will dabble in hosting as she leads the search for the finest young amateur chef in the country.



Joining Judy Ann are world-renowned Filipino chefs Fernando “Ferns” Aracama, Rolando “Lau” Laudico, and JP “Jayps” Anglo in the newest reality franchise from the group that brought you phenomenal hits “Pinoy Big Brother,” “Pinoy Dream Academy,” and “The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition.”









They will be the ones to guide the kiddie chefs and judge the dishes they will cook up on their way to becoming the first Pinoy Junior MasterChef who will win a culinary scholarship and P1 million.



Juday shared that she was almost at tears during their first taping because she has been a fan of Junior MasterChef editions in the United Kingdom and Australia. (The Philippines is the third country in the world to produce its own Junior MasterChef.)



Aside from being awed by their set, which is a larger and arguably better version of the original MasterChef kitchen, she also felt nervous as she was embarking on a new field in her career.



“I really need to give my best in this program to make sure that the overwhelming support and trust ABS-CBN is giving me for this project won’t be put to waste. Hosting is not my forte but I’m willing to learn,” she said.



But if you ask ABS-CBN Business Unit Head Laurenti Dyogi, Juday has already exceeded their expectations as she can instantly connect with the kids and the chefs.



“She’s the perfect choice as host for Junior MasterChef. Her passion for cooking and love for children come out naturally in the show. At first, she was still adjusting but eventually you can already see she’s enjoying and how she’s able to become an inspiration to the kids,” he explained.



The award-winning actress, who is a mother of two, said unlike her previous work, her job as host doesn’t require any acting at all. She said whenever she’s in front of the kids, the mom in her takes charge.



“This show is all heart. The kids are really cute and smart so it’s hard not to have a connection with them. But as a host and their mom in the program, I’m the one to balance their emotions. We don’t want to hurt their feelings but we also need to be honest when it comes to the taste of their dishes. When they’re about to cry, I have to be strong and raise their spirits. You have to be ready with words of encouragement for them,” she shared.



With the help of Chef Ferns, Lau, and Jayps, all accomplished chefs and restauranteurs, Juday said kids will surely learn from every challenge or task they face in the program.



Dyogi expects viewers to enjoy the unique flavor of “Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition,” just like how the rest of the world has received the other editions of MasterChef.



“Most of reality shows in the Philippines are looking for singers or performers. This time we’ll showcase cooking of kids and how magnificent and awesome they are in creating dishes out of passion and love for their families. We’ll join them as they try to reach for their dreams and we will be there to ensure they are equipped for their dream career,” he said.



Don’t miss the first taste on the reality show that will make you smile, cry, and be inspired to cook, whether you are young or old, an aspiring chef or simply a food lover in “Appetizer: The Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition Primer” on August 20, Saturday on ABS-CBN. Meet the 60 young kitchen stars and find out who will advance to the Top 20 on the premier of “Junior MasterChef Pinoy Edition” on August 27, Saturday also on ABS-CBN.