100 Days to Heaven is one of the telenovela or soap operas of ABS CBN or Channel 2 of Philippine TV. I wasn’t able to catch the pilot episode but was filled in by our house helper and my mother. The show stars veteran actress Connie Reyes and the loveable and talented child actress sensation, Xyriel Manabat.
My husband is currently furious that Sky Cable is down, just when NBA Finals is just about to start. And to make things worse, he cannot get through the customer service hotline of Sky Cable. And yes, this is what we are paying for.
Lately, we’ve been having intermittent signal interruption for our service. And we just pass it off by trying to watch some torrentz files we downloaded. Sometimes, it could be as long as 20mins, and can be as short as 5mins. Sadly, we have no option but to stick it out with them, they have monopoly of the cable services in the village. The village has not yet permitted Destiny cable to set up cable lines, I guess there has to be enough people to sign up. Otherwise, if you’re the only one signing up for it, it’ll cost you an arm and a leg, depending on how far your house is from the gate. Of course, we don’t want to take that route. Read more…
Baron Geisler has been branded as one of Philippine showbiz’s bad boy because of his abusive behavior towards women whenever he gets drunk. The most recent incident was his assault towards his then co-star in an ABS CBN soap Cherry Pie Picache. Having had a series of complaints and cases against for the said misbehavior, the actor was forced to seek help. He is still in rehab right now and was recently interviewed by Korina Sanchez for her Sunday show, Rated K. Baron said that he has a misconception that a real guy has to drink, and so that is one of the root causes of his drinking problem. And that whenever he gets drunk, he gets out of hand. It is good that he finally got help before things get even more worse.
On a different note, I’m just wondering if there bipolar rehab treatment centers in the Philippines. There are some people that would really need the treatment. At least Baron’s case is easier, bipolar people don’t need to be drunk to be extreme. Something could just happen and they get ticked off and react violently altogether. Quite very odd.
Going back to Baron Geisler, I just hope that he gets to continue to avoid alcohol when he gets out of rehab.
Tonight, get set to be blown away by the latest drama and entertainment shows on an all new, all awesome AXN Beyond channel. More than ever, viewers from the Philippines will enjoy a fresh and unrivalled programming line-up Tuesday nights across a newly-expanded spectrum of genres, as AXN Beyond refreshes to redefine the entertainment experience like no other.
Turning into a ‘super-sized’ channel, AXN Beyond will serve up more monthly premieres from many more genres than before. Taking the definition of ‘entertainment’ to the limit, AXN Beyond will go beyond fun, feisty and fabulous with its variety of shows. These range from mystery and suspense, fantasy and science-fiction, paranormal and supernatural, fashion and design, to lifestyle and romance, across drama, variety, reality, sitcom, comedy, talk shows, movies and even music concerts.
Said Voo Chih Yeong, Head of AXN Beyond, “Viewers need to look no further than AXN Beyond for the latest shows across the variety of genres, as our channel will have something for just about everyone at a single destination. With a far more compelling entertainment experience, AXN Beyond now appeals to an even wider audience than before. Viewers who have come to enjoy the great programs on AXN will definitely love and appreciate the same world-class quality in the fresh content selection on the all new AXN Beyond.”
Indeed, AXN Beyond hails from the same team that brought Asia its top English general entertainment channel, AXN. As a fresh, hip and energetic TV destination, the new AXN Beyond draws audiences across a wide range of demographics seeking new and exciting entertainment choices, and has its sweet spot among male and female viewers aged 18 – 35.
Beyond fun on AXN Beyond’s Super Tuesdays
AXN Beyond viewers are set to enjoy a back-to-back series of the channel’s very latest shows on Super Tuesday evenings not-to-be-missed. The fun begins with reality talk show The Marriage Ref, as celebrities such as Madonna, Demi Moore and Gwyneth Paltrow pass judgement on real-life couples’ marriages.
That leads to light-hearted series like Drop Dead Diva Season 2 which continues the life of shallow model Deb (Brooke Elliott) whose soul ends up in the body of a brilliant, plus-size attorney. The night’s fun culminates in AXN Beyond’s headliner of the month – fresh new legal comedic drama The Defenders which stars Jim Belushi (According to Jim) and Jerry O’Connell (Sliders) as colourful Las Vegas defence attorneys.
With all that and more, viewers will surely adore the all-new, all awesome entertainment experience with the latest shows across the greatest variety of genres, unveiling this December on the fresh, hip and super-sized AXN Beyond. Check out some of these shows airing tonight:
The Marriage Ref
Tuesdays, 8:10pm, first and exclusively on AXN Beyond
Jerry Seinfeld is back and in the producer’s chair for a funny and revealing comedy panel series The Marriage Ref, about the unpredictable and hilarious institution commonly known as marriage. In The Marriage Ref, disputes between real-life couples are revealed, examined – and ultimately judged.
For the first time, audiences will be able to look at these fights, analyze them and declare a winner. At the centre of the action and making “the call”, is popular comedian Tom Papa (The Informant!) who will have the final say in determining the victor of each spat.
Advising and influencing the Ref’s decision will be a rotating panel of ‘experts’ comprising top celebrities, comedians and sports stars who will weigh in and offer their own wit, wisdom and unique opinions. Guest stars featuring through the series include Tina Fey, Eva Longoria Parker, Larry David, Ricky Gervais, Madonna, Martha Stewart, Sheryl Crow, Tracy Morgan, Gloria Estefan, Donald Trump and Gwyneth Paltrow.
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Congratulations to Team Philippines, specifically the Richards, who won the highly-watched, fun-filled and breath-stopping Amazing Race Asia season 4. Finally, someone from the Philippines won the competition. While I don’t regularly watch each episode, from the few that I managed to catch, these two guys proved to be nice. Didn’t see any monkey business, or any trace of foul play or just plain being rude towards their competitors. At last, nice guys finished first. 
Once again, congratulations Team Pilipinas – the Richards! You make us mighty proud!
Get set to be blown away by the latest drama and entertainment shows on an all new, all awesome AXN Beyond channel. More than ever, viewers from the Philippines will enjoy a fresh and unrivalled programming line-up across a newly-expanded spectrum of genres, as AXN Beyond refreshes to redefine the entertainment experience like no other.
Turning into a ‘super-sized’ channel, AXN Beyond will serve up more monthly premieres from many more genres than before. Taking the definition of ‘entertainment’ to the limit, AXN Beyond will go beyond fun, feisty and fabulous with its variety of shows. These range from mystery and suspense, fantasy and science-fiction, paranormal and supernatural, fashion and design, to lifestyle and romance, across drama, variety, reality, sitcom, comedy, talk shows, movies and even music concerts.
Said Voo Chih Yeong, Head of AXN Beyond, “Viewers need to look no further than AXN Beyond for the latest shows across the variety of genres, as our channel will have something for just about everyone at a single destination. With a far more compelling entertainment experience, AXN Beyond now appeals to an even wider audience than before. Viewers who have come to enjoy the great programs on AXN will definitely love and appreciate the same world-class quality in the fresh content selection on the all new AXN Beyond.”
Indeed, AXN Beyond hails from the same team that brought Asia its top English general entertainment channel, AXN. As a fresh, hip and energetic TV destination, the new AXN Beyond draws audiences across a wide range of demographics seeking new and exciting entertainment choices, and has its sweet spot among male and female viewers aged 18 – 35.
‘Superduperlicious Tuesdays’ on AXN Beyond!
Viewers are set for ‘Superduperlicious Tuesday’ evenings as AXN Beyond serves up a back-to-back series of the channel’s very latest shows, all premiering on Tuesday, December 7, 2010! The fun begins with reality talk show The Marriage Ref, as celebrities such as Madonna, Demi Moore and Gwyneth Paltrow pass judgement on real-life couples’ marriages.
That leads to light-hearted series like Drop Dead Diva Season 2 which continues the life of shallow model Deb (Brooke Elliott) whose soul ends up in the body of a brilliant, plus-size attorney. The night’s fun culminates in AXN Beyond’s headliner of the month – fresh new legal comedic drama The Defenders which stars Jim Belushi (According to Jim) and Jerry O’Connell (Sliders) as colourful Las Vegas defence attorneys.
Beyond Fun, Feisty & Fabulous
In the same month, AXN Beyond will bring on some of television’s most compelling stories in its latest drama offerings. Viewers will be captivated by the intrigue in Caprica, prequel to Battlestar Galactica and television’s first science-fiction family saga. Audiences will also get caught in the suspense of Persons Unknown, a mystery drama following seven trapped strangers whose every move is watched.
Reality entertainment on AXN Beyond is far from the usual stuck-on-an-island-fighting-for-survival shows, but is fun-to-watch yet nail-biting fare. Fierce competition, over-the-top backstabbing and catfights in reality series await in Top Chef Masters and The Rachel Zoe Project, while The Real Housewives of New York Season 2 sneaks a peek into the lavish lifestyles of the rich in the Big Apple.
Adding more than a dash of glitz and glamour is Scream 2010, the world’s first and only awards show celebrating the best in science-fiction, fantasy, comics and horror. Music lovers will enjoy Beyoncé I Am… Yours, a spectacular ‘live’ concert by singer-songwriter Beyoncé Knowles’ at Wynn Las Vegas.
With all that and more, viewers will surely adore the all-new, all awesome entertainment experience with the latest shows across the greatest variety of genres, unveiling this December on the fresh, hip and super-sized AXN Beyond.
The Defenders
Premieres December 7, 2010, airing Tuesdays 9.50pm first and exclusively on AXN Beyond
The Defenders is a comedic drama about two colourful Las Vegas defence attorneys who go all-in when it comes to representing their clients. Nick (Jim Belushi, According to Jim) and Pete (Jerry O’Çonnell, Sliders, Crossing Jordan) are the local go-to guys with an eclectic client list who are still looking to hit their own jackpot. Read more…
Another thrilling and action-packed event is set to happen at Velocity Bar as Marriott Manila takes you to the biggest match of the season.
Inviting all sport-loving families to gather on November 14, 2010 at Velocity Sports Bar from 8AM to 1PM and witness the World Super Welterweight Championship event live via satellite from Dallas Cowboys Stadium Arlington Texas, USA. There is quite no perfect destination to watch another most-awaited fight of the country’s pride aside from Velocity Bar with its sleek and state-of-the-art sporting ambience. Everyone will surely experience a larger than life blow by blow adventure of the game in gigantic screens. Find out if Antonio Margarito will fall another victim to Pacquiao’s fist after celebrated victories over the likes of Juan Manuel Marquez, Oscar dela Hoya, and Ricky Hatton. Read more…
Here’s another negative issue about Manila police. A discharged police officer deemed it rightful to hostage a bus filled with tourists, apparently asking to be reinstated and be cleared of any charges.
Since I went back to work, I haven’t been able to read through newspapers and watch news on tv. It was only at the latter part of last week that I heard of the police torture done by Manila policemen to a suspected snatcher. It was another police who perhaps took the courage to capture the inhumane act via his mobile phone. The suspect was stripped naked, and his genitals were tied to a rope. Each time the guy failed to answer the policemen’s questions Mr Binayug, the officer who was said to be holding the rope tugs hard at it, while his troops would hit the guy repeatedly.
It is these kind of incidents that make civilians regard police officers as law breakers instead of enforcers. It is really sad and quite unfair for all those honest and noble policemen. I certainly hope and pray that justice be served to the wretched guy who died of torture under the hands of these police officers.
One of the perks I get from being a stay-at-home mom, is being able to watch TV. As for the shows that we normally don’t miss, on top of the list is Showtime of Channel 2, that airs from Mondays-Saturdays from 10:30am – 12nn. Vice Ganda’s witty remarks and sarcastic comments is one of the biggest reasons for the show’s top ratings. He’s the only judge that could not be voted out the by the public, which he likes to refer to as the “madlang people”. Read more…
