Monthly Archives: October 2010

Davao hosts Asia’s 1st regional Bird Conservation fair

October 1, 2010

DAVAO CITY —Birdwatchers, conservationists and eco-tourism promoters from all over Asia and elsewhere have their eyes on the Philippines as it hosted Asia’s first-ever region-wide bird festival here over the weekend.
The Wild Bird Club of the Philippines said the First Asian Bird Fair was held in Davao City from 24-26 September in tandem with the 6thPhilippine Bird Festival, the country’s premier avian conservation and eco-tourism event. The milestone event was co-hosted by the Philippine Eagle Foundation and the Davao City government. Continue reading

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Pacquiao and team start training in Baguio City

October 1, 2010

BAGUIO CITY — World boxing titlist Manny Paquiao and his team were seen early Monday at Burnham Park in a jogging activity as part of the rigid training to take place in the summer capital.
Although the boxing champion and now a congressman cannot be interviewed, he smiled and waved to gathered newsman and fans at the premier park.
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Mexican boxer predicts Paquiao victory over Margarito

October 1, 2010

BAGUIO CITY— Mexican boxing titlist Michael Medina has predicted that Filipino boxing idol Manny Paquiao will win over his compatriot Antonio Margarito in their November 12 title bout to be held in the United States.

The tall boxer was among the Team Pacquiao who jogged at Burnham Park in preparation to the rigid sparring bouts and other activities at a local gym in this mountain resort. Continue reading

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Corteza  2nd placer in Shanghai’s World-9 Ball

October 1, 2010

MANILA — China’s Yu Long Zhang captured the China Open World 9-Ball title last Sunday by beating Antonio “Nickoy” Lining, 11-7, of the Philippines in the final at the Minya Hotel in Shanghai, China.

In a pool report by IM Marlon Bernardino, Zhang’s victory highlighted a brilliant day for China after its recent domination in the Partypoker.net World Cup of Pool Tournament was held last Sept. 12 in Robinsons Place, Manila. Continue reading

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Kris Aquino ‘asked’ to leave ABS-CBN’s ‘Win na Win’

October 1, 2010

Has popular presidential sister Kris Aquino lost her following?

The question is being asked in the showbiz circle after Kris admitted that she has been asked to leave the new show of ABS-CBN, “Pilipinas Win na Win,” two months after hosting it. The show has failed at the ratings, it was gathered. Continue reading

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Mariel, Robin flying to US for honeymoon

October 1, 2010

After denying initially that they were married in Baguio City by a tribal priest, action star Robin Padilla and actress Mariel Rodriguez finally admitted that they have been married and the ceremonies were held in the Taj Majal in India. Continue reading

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Judy, Ryan excited, to call their baby ‘Lucho’

October 1, 2010

Very popular couple Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo are very excited as the birth of their first child draws near.

They have, in fact, picked the name Juan Luis for their baby. Continue reading

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Yilmaz asks Ruffa to fly back to Turkey

October 1, 2010

Is Yilmas Bektas wooing Ruffa Gutierrez back?

Top columnist Dolly Ann Carvajal made the question as Cristy Fermin, Mo Twister was overheard saying “I love you” to her on the phone before we went on the air for “Paparazzi.” Continue reading

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Bong Revilla marks 44th birthday

October 1, 2010

Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. celebrated last week his 44th birthday in a party at the ballroom of the Diamond Hotel along Roxas boulevard in Manila. Continue reading

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Heart’s heart for Daniel

October 1, 2010

Comely actress Heart Evangelista has come out in the open about her relationship with Japanese-Brazilian model Daniel Matsunaga.

According to Heart, the romance started when her non-showbiz friends invited Daniel in a gathering.
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