How Jake Cuenca Courts A Girl

It’s often that people always associate the title “bad boy” to hunks like Jake Cuenca. But contrary to the stereotype, Jake is actually an incurable romantic. He’s currently single but has revealed to Style Factor that he is entertaining someone. “I’m in the dating stage. But there is no pressure at the moment because I’m really busy. She’s really busy, too,” he shares.
When it comes to courtship, Jake says he’d rather be friends first. “When I was younger, uso yung nanliligaw. Like you really have to court the girl,” he says. Later on in life, Jake realized that putting your best foot forward isn’t the way to go. He no longer believes in the idea of courtship because and says that “When you’re in a relationship, then that’s the only time you see the person’s real colors and personality.” And that’s why friendship plays an important role for this hunk, and that’s what he tries to achieve first. “You know, pakiramdaman nalang kayo if you guys like each other but at one point, if it’s too obvious already, then that’s when I will tell the girl na I really like her.”

When it comes to wooing a girl, Jake goes the extra mile. “I do a lot of efforts for girls,” he says. “There are no limits to the things I can do. When I was kid, I would see it in movies and it’s something I want to do in real life. I love giving gifts and I love surprise.” His biggest surprise by far was when he booked an events place where he invited a girl. “I told her that there was a family party there; that I wanted to introduce her to my family. When we got to the events place, the whole place had Post-its of her name and there’s a mural of her there,” he further tells the story. “There was just one table in the middle. We had dinner and cheesy songs were playing,” he recalls.
He wishes though to travel with his special someone. “I would really love to travel with a girl and experience new things together.”

While Jake’s love life is still on the hush, he says that he just wants a girl who is very understanding. “Syempre my first impression with people is that I’m not the good boy type. It’s often that I get judged,” he says. “I just want someone who has consideration. Most of all, I want someone who is very spontaneous. I want to be in a relationship where there are no plans—to just live a day at a time and as if each day is your last. Eventually, when the relationship takes its course—when it matures—that’s when you think of the future.”





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No Pants Subway Ride

From New York to Mexico to Stockholm to Bulgaria, some people are creating this fad of "No Pants Subway Ride". And they are doing this just for the hell of it.

I think it's time we do this in Manila too!

 

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Gay white wedding held at Tokyo Disney

Two lesbians have become the first gay couple to tie the knot at Tokyo Disney Resort, both decked out in fairytale white dresses despite an initial ruling that one had to wear men's clothes.

"My love Hiroko and I wore wedding dresses and had a mini-parade in DisneySea, a place I also love," Koyuki Higashi, 28, said on Twitter.
"I was really happy!" she said.

The event on Friday was the first homosexual wedding in the popular amusement park even though gay marriage has no legal standing in Japan.

"We may not have a law that applies to us, but when someone congratulates us for the wedding, I will proudly say 'thank you!'" said Higashi.

The couple first hit the headlines after the theme park initially told them there would be no problem with the ceremony provided they dressed "like a man and a woman".
A staff member said a same-sex wedding would create "repercussions" among visitors if both brides wore wedding dresses or both grooms donned tuxedoes.

But just few days later the resort operator got back in touch to say their initial response had been wrong and gay couples were free to mix and match their attire.

Higashi posted photos from the celebration on her Twitter site, showing both brides clad in white and accompanied by Mickey and Minnie Mouse.





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Marian, Gerald win top honors at Golden Screen Awards

Kapuso actress Marian Rivera choked with emotion while Kapamilya artist Gerald Anderson stayed calm as they received their Best Performance By an Actress in a Drama Series and Best Performance by an Actor in a Drama Series trophies respectively at the 2012 Golden Screen Awards of  the Entertainment Press Society (ENPRESS), Inc. in Teatrino, Promenade Greenhills in San Juan on Friday, March 1.

Marian won for “Amaya,” while Gerald bagged his latest award for “Budoy,.” Where he played the title role.

“First time ko nanalo (ng acting award) after seven years in showbiz. Inaalay ko ito sa pinakamamahal ko na si Dong (boyfriend Dinddong Dantes),” Marian announced.

Gerald, on the other hand, offered his award “sa lahat ng mga kagaya ni Budoy.”

Neil Ryan Sese of “Munting Heredera” and Paulo Avelino of  “Walang Hanggan” tied for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series,  while Helen Gamboa bagged the Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series award for “Walang Hanggan.”

ABS-CBN, which earned a total of 26 trophies, won the Outstanding TV Network award.

The Dolphy Lifetime Achievement award went to veteran actor-director Eddie Garcia, while the Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Awards were given to Gloria Romero (Drama), Nova Villa (Comedy), and Mel Tiangco (Broadcasting).



The awards rites as hosted by Julia Clarete, Kim Atienza and Anjo Yllana. Among the presenters were Kris Aquino, Richard Yap and BB Gandanghari.

The honor roll:

·         Outstanding Educational Program: "AHA: Goes Musical" (GMA 7 7)
·         Outstanding Educational Program Host: Drew Arellano (AHA: Goes Musical/GMA7)
·         Outstanding Lifestyle Program: Kris realiTV: Palawan & Vigan (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Lifestyle Program Host: Kris Aquino (Kris realiTV: Palawan & Vigan/ABS-CBN 2
·         Outstanding Magazine Program:“iJuander: Totoo Bang Hindi Pa Pambansang Bayani si Rizal?” (GMA News TV)
·         Outstanding Magazine Program Host: Susan Enriquez and Cesar Apolinario (iJuander: Totoo Bang Hindi Pa Pambansang Bayani si Rizal?” (GMA News TV)
·         Outstanding Public Affairs Program: Failon Ngayon: Burak-ay” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Public Affairs Program Host: Winnie Monsod (Bawal ang Pasaway kay Mareng Winnie: Maguindanao Trial Update”/GMA News TV)
·         Outstanding Public Service Program: Wish Ko Lang: Lolo Rolando and Lunod Story (GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Public Service Program Host: Vicky Morales (Wish Ko Lang: Lolo Rolando and Lunod Story/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Public Affairs Program Host: Vicky Morales (Wish Ko Lang: Lolo Rolando and Lunod Story/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Celebrity Talk Program: “Bottomline: Edith Burgos” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Celebrity Talk Program Host: Boy Abunda (Bottomline: Edith Burgos/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Documentary Program: Philippine Treasures (GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Documentary Program Host: Kara David (i-Witness: Silong/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding News Program: “State of the Nation: Ang Trahedya ni Sendong” (GMA News TV)
·         Outstanding Male News Presenter: Julius Babao (Bandila: Cyber War”/ABS-CBN)
·         Outstanding Female News Presenter: Vicky Morales (Saksi: The Chief Justice on Trial/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Showbiz Talk Show Program: Showbiz Inside Report” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Male Showbiz Talk Program Host: Boy Abunda (“The Buzz”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Female Showbiz Talk Program Host: Janice de Belen (“Showbiz Inside Report”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Adapted Reality/Competition Program: Survivor Philippines Double Celebrity Showdown/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Adapted Reality/Competition Program Host: Luis Manzano, Billy Crawford (“Pilipinas Got Talent”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Original Reality/Competition Program: Talentadong Pinoy (TV5)
·         Outstanding Original Reality/Competition Program Host: Dingdong Dantes (“Protégé”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Natural History/Wildlife Program: Failon Ngayon: Latak ng Minahan” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Natural History/Wildlife Program Host: Kim Atienza (“Matanglawin: Jungle Survival”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Crime/Investigative Program: “XXX: Preso Sa Rizal” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Crime Investigative Program Host: Pinky Webb, Julius Babao, Anthony Taberna (“XXX: Preso sa Rizal”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding News Magazine Program: “Patrol ng Pilipino: Ghost Employee/Dolphy Story (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding News Magazine Program Host: Karen Davila, Anthony Taberna (“Karunungan”/ABS-CBN)
·         Outstanding Gag Program: “Bubble Gang” (GMA 7
·         Outstanding Comedy Program: “Pepito Manaloto” (GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Musical Program: “ASAP 2012: Star Magic 20 Years” (ABS-CBN)
·         Outstanding Variety Show: Eat Bulaga” (GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Male Host in a Musical or Variety Program: Ryan Agoncillo (“Eat Bulaga”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Female Host in a Musical or Variety Program: Julia Clarete (“Eat Bulaga”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Adapted Drama Series: Valiente (TV5)
·         Outstanding Original Drama Series: “Walang Hanggan” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Single Drama/Telemovie Program: “Maalaala Mo Kaya: Manika” (ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by An Actor: Richard Yap (“My Binondo Girl”/ABS-CBN)
·         Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by An Actress: Justine Curtis Smith (“Utol Kong Hoodlum”/TV5)
·         Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Gag or Comedy Show: John Fier (“Pepito Manaloto”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy or Gag Show: Sheena Halili (“Tweets for my Sweet”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Neil Ryan Sese (“Munting Heredera”/GMA 7) and Paulo Avelino (“Walang Hanggan”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Helen Gamboa (“Walang Hanggan/ABS-CBN)
·         Outstanding Single Performance by an Actor in a Single Drama/Telemovie Program: Coco Martin (“Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kamao”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Single Performance by an Actress in a Single Drama/Telemovie Program: Sylvia Sanchez (“Untold Stories: Kahit Ako’y Mangmang”/TV5)
·         Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Gag or Comedy Program: Ogie Alcasid (“Bubble Gang”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Gag or Comedy Program: Angelica Panganiban (“Banana Split”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Drama Series: Gerald Anderson (“Budoy”/ABS-CBN 2)
·         Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Drama Series: Marian Rivera (“Amaya”/GMA 7)
·         Outstanding TV Station: ABS-CBN 2
·         Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Drama -  Gloria Romero
·         Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Comedy -  Nova Villa
·         Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Broadcasting -. Mel Tiangco
·         Dolphy Lifetime Achievement Award: Ulirang Alagad ng Sining -  Eddie Garcia





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Anne Curtis reacts to "no underwear" controversy at ASAP 18

Anne Curtis' "no underwear" pics from her 'ASAP 18' birthday production number last Sunday, February 24, 2013, have created quite a stir online the past 2 days.

The viewers have been wondering: "Did Anne Curtis wear underwear in her high-slit gown on ASAP 18?"

Photo credit to shaysheebum

If yes, then Anne probably wore an invisible underwear. But if no, she possibly suffered another wardrobe malfunction as something allegedly got exposed during her number.

Not new to cases like that, Anne Curtis already experienced such while doing a dance number for ASAP's Boracay show in May 2010. (View: Anne Curtis' scandal in Boracay).

Then last Sunday, an exposure could have possibly happened if Anne Curtis intentionally wore no panty during her number, where she performed "Diamonds" by Rihanna.

A screenshot photo, which was captured by Interaksyon.com from the Youtube upload of said ASAP 18 number, suggests that Anne indeed had no underwear underneath.

Some fans are already worrying about the possibility of ASAP 18 facing sanctions from the MTRCB because of Anne Curtis' alleged panty-less birthday number, just like what happened to its rival show on GMA 7.

To end speculations, Anne Curtis has already reacted to the alleged "no underwear" controversy at ASAP 18.

According to Anne, in response to a tweet of one of her 4-million Twitter followers, she was 100& protected during her number, and that she's not gonna let another unfortunate incident happening again.

Her stylist friend Pam Quinones, who was with the birthday girl at ASAP last Sunday, also tweeted in Anne's defense, saying that Anne wore a dress with a built-in swimsuit.

Oh okay! It's actually my first time to hear about a dress with built-in swimsuit. I only know shorts with built-in swimsuit or tops with built-in bra. Am I so left behind?









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How To Steal a Gay Kiss

TOUCH FIRST, KISS LATER
The first thing to keep in mind is--no lunging. Your movement into the first kiss should be a natural extension of a light, playful attitude towards touching that you have established from the start of the conversation, not some predatory lurch that comes out of the blue. So prepare the moment well in advance by getting him comfortable with being touched by you. We’re not talking about gross sexual groping, but instead a series of small gestures that lets him know you’re interested and not afraid of tactile contact. Examine his jewelry, feel the fabric of his shirt, flick some imaginary lint off his collar, grasp his forearm to make a point, lean in close to hear what he’s saying. Your friend should feel relaxed with your touch long before you’re ready to kiss him.



OBSERVE THE MOOD
No mutual interest, no kiss. So in your conversation, work on creating a fun atmosphere of shared attraction. Joke around. Flirt. Tease. Watch for indications of interest: you touch him, he touches you back; his eyes catch yours; he responds to your jokes and games with ones of his own; he doesn’t shy from sex talk or introduces his own double entendres. Ready to make your move?

TRANSITION TO A KISS ZONE
Talking and flirting can be done in a bar or club but kissing is far more intimate and demands privacy. Only newly-minted lovers kiss in public. So don’t put your new friend on the spot and try to kiss him when there are people around. Instead, be smooth and move your date to a "kiss zone" – a semi-private spot away from prying eyes where you can be alone together, but not a blatant sex location like your bedroom or hotel room. Made-to-order kiss zones might be: a dark corner, a quiet hallway, a bench or patio outside the club. To help overcome any discomfort your friend might be feeling, provide a plausible reason for the move: "Let’s sit over there where we can talk," "God it’s hot in here, let’s go outside," or (if he’s with his buddies) "Can I borrow your friend for a minute? I want to ask him something."

LET THE TENSION BUILD
Once in the kiss zone, continue developing attraction as before, but don’t be in a hurry. Instead, let the tension build. Take your friend’s hand and throw it away. Move close, then move back. Compliment, then tease. Try the "triangular gaze": look your friend in the eyes, then look down at his lips, then back to his eyes. This bit of body language signals that you’re strongly attracted and ready at any moment to kiss. Time to close the deal.

KISS CLOSE #1—HIS LIPS
The touching, the flirting, the quiet location--perhaps you’ve been playing a game with your lover, but your lover has been playing too. He knows what’s coming and, what’s more, wants it to come, though he may be shy. Help him along. After a triangular gaze, murmur something nice about his lips and brush the back of your fingers across them. If he accepts your gesture, he’s ready to be kissed. Draw him to you and kiss him lightly.

KISS CLOSE #2—HIS HAIR
A variation of the above: "You have beautiful hair." Reach over and rake your fingers gently through his hair, draw close and smell it, or even take a little taste. If he accepts and enjoys this intimate gesture, he’ll be receptive to your lips. Gaze into his eyes, pull him to you and kiss.

KISS CLOSE #3—JUST ASK
The famous pick-up artist Mystery has a third method a bit more playful and verbal. Once in the kiss zone, simply give your friend a significant glance and ask, "Do you want to kiss me?" If the answer is yes, you know what to do. If the answer is no, remain indifferent and say, "Oh. I didn’t say you could but you looked like you had something on your mind." If the answer indicates any uncertainty ("Maybe," "I’m not sure"), say provocatively "Let’s find out," take him in your arms and go for it.

FURTHER THOUGHTS
Don’t be too aggressive with your first kiss. Given all the build up, a gentle brush of the lips should be enough to ignite your lover’s passion. Go with the flow. Sit, wait, let things happen. The tension has been broken. You’re moving into new territory. Enjoy the moment.

'In The Name of Love' among world's top grossing films

MANILA, Philippines - Star Cinema's latest movie offering "In The Name of Love" made it to the list of top 20 highest-grossing films worldwide this first quarter, the Associated Press reported.
The romance-drama film top billed by Angel Locsin and Aga Muhlach landed on the 15th spot, earning $1,917,443 (approximately P84 million) since its premiere on May 11.
The report said the results were compiled by Rentrak Theatrical and provided by Hollywood.com.
Here is the complete list of  the top 20 movies at international theaters last weekend, according to AP.

Movie	International Gross for weekend (excluding North America)	Number of Theaters	Number of Territories	Worldwide Gross to Date (including North America)	Number of Weeks in Release
1. Fast Five	$44,464,276	9,142 locations	52 territories	$437,030,300	four
2. Thor	$24,299,795	9,177 locations	53 territories	$351,672,123	four
3. Priest	$15,537,120	5,928 locations	42 territories	$42,319,187	two
4. Rio	$11,446,722	7,144 locations	54 territories	$418,781,999	six
5. Water For Elephants	$9,952,838	5,144 territories	44 locations	$72,420,355	five
6. Midnight In Paris	$5,497,429	676 locations	three territories	$6,486,812	one
7. Source Code	$4,655,971	1,236 locations	24 territories	$101,288,698	seven
8. Sunny	$4,238,124	NA locations	one territory	$12,370,699	two
9. Black Swan	$3,399,672	399 locations	13 territories	$299,089,022	17
10. Something Borrowed	$3,070,276	3,368 locations	12 territories	$35,408,484	two
11. Scream 4	$2,630,858	1,820 locations	29 territories	$91,621,281	five
12. Peak -The Rescuers	$2,367,471	locations not available	one territory	$8,907,190	two
13. Unknown	$2,342,180	632 locations	15 territories	$127,144,550	11
14. Insidious	$2,036,375	1,113 locations	five territories	$66,409,258	seven
15. In the Name of Love	$1,917,443	87 locations	one territory	$1,917,444	one
16. Attack the Block	$1,842,181	352 locations	one territory	$1,842,182	one
17. Hanna	$1,809,074	1,283 locations	three territories	$46,962,126	six
18. Red	$1,540,275	locations not available	one territory	$185,351,417	one
19. Gantz Perfect Answer	$1,483,104	16 locations	two territories	$28,756,422	four
20.  Your Highness	$1,441,901	513 locations	nine territories	$26,141,546	nine

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Mocha challenges Catholic Church: 'Excommunicate me!'

MANILA, Philippines - Sultry singer-dancer Mocha Uson challenged the Catholic Church to excommunicate her for supporting the proposed reproductive health (RH) bill.
In an interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com, Mocha, who is a Catholic, stressed that she is just supporting sex education for the youth and women's health.
"Kung gusto nila, sige i-excommunicate nila ako kung gusto nila," Uson said.
"Hindi ako natatakot kasi wala naman akong ginagawang masama. Matagal ng isyu ito. Actually huling huli na tayo. Hindi ako natatakot kahit makipagharapan pa sa kanila. Naniniwala ako sa RH bill at sa sex education. RH bill is pro-better life," the sultry singer added.
Uson said that aside from sexually transmitted diseases (STD), the incidence of teenage pregnancy in the country is increasing. She said that she gets a lot of emails asking her about sex, which only means that the youth are not getting proper education when it comes to sex.
"Mayroon akong sex blog so marami akong natatanggap na emails from teenagers asking about sex, safe sex. Doon ko na-realize na kailangan ng effective sex education sa mga school. Kasi nga walang gumagabay sa kanila. Sa bahay hindi pinag-uusapan. Sa school hindi din, so naghahanap sila ng information sa labas," the singer explained.
To show her support for the RH bill, Uson and her group joined tricycle drivers and pro-RH bill advocates like Davao Rep. Marc Cagas on Tuesday morning in giving away condoms and purple ballers with the words "I Love Sex Education". They gave these away to the people around Batasang Pambansa complex in Quezon City.
Asked for her reaction to the critics who see her move to support the RH bill as a mere publicity gimmick, Uson replied: "Gusto kong magkaroon ng contribution kasi naniniwala ako sa sex education. So I love sex. Sex exists with or without RH bill."

Mocha vs. Manny
Mocha is not the only celebrity who has taken a stand on the RH Bill.
Before Mocha, international singer Lea Salonga vocally expressed her support for the bill.
One of the anti-RH bill advocates, on the other hand, is boxing champ and Saranggani Rep. Manny Pacquiao.
Uson admitted that she is a fan of Pacquiao, but added that when it comes to the country's problem, Pacquiao should use his head.
"Kumbaga idol ko sa Pacman. Champion of the world. Sana maging champion din siya ng mahihirap. Kasi ang RH bill kailangan ng mahihirap ‘yan. Sana maging champion of the poor siya at ipaglaban niya ang mahirap,” Uson said.









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Gays hit Dionisia over slur, RH bill

MANILA, Philippines – A gay activist group cried foul over the remarks of Sarangani Rep. Manny Pacquiao’s mother, Dionisia, in her spat with Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago over the controversial Reproductive Health (RH) Bill.

The elder Pacquiao, also known as “Mommy D”, reportedly said: "Tingnan mo, mga bakla, kaiinom ng pills, hindi na bagay inumin ng mga bakla kasi lalake sila. Ginagawa sila ng Diyos na lalake. Umiinom talaga sila ng pills para magsilaki ang dede. Bawal 'yan!"

Goya Candelario, spokesperson of the Progressive Organization of Gays (ProGay Philippines), said transgenders took offense at Mommy D’s statement.

Candelario said such remarks help promote homophobia and transphobia.

"With all due respect, we want Mommy Dionisia to know that we are deeply offended and scared that her words can again revive the disease model of homosexuality and transexuality in Philippine society," Candelario said.

The ProGay official said that while it is true many low-income transgenders resort to using contraceptive pills in order to enhance their femininity, the practice should not be considered immoral, illegal or a state of mental disorder.

"Many of us have to take some form of female hormones because our livelihoods in the beauty and tourism industries depend on enhanced feminine features. However, because of expensive hormones that only high-income transgenders can afford, we urban and rural poor gays and transgenders can only access the cheaper birth control pills," Candelario said.

In favor of RH Bill

Candelario said ProGay is also in favor of the RH Bill.

He said low-income Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgenders (LGBTs) in Philippines can also benefit from the measure.

Candelario said the passage of the bill can help the transgenders better understand the effects of hormones and other reproductive health technologies.

"That is why we are pleading with Ms. Pacquiao to come out with a better view of transgenders and gays. She should understand our situation in order to see how much we can benefit from the approval of the RH Bill," Candelario said.

According to a survey made by ProGay among transgender groups in the slums of Manila, many transgenders take pills in their early teens in order to work as overseas entertainers.

The group believes that the RH campaign should be extended to the LGBT sector to reduce the health risks of contraceptive pill use.



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Manny Pacquiao to guest in "Glee"?

Champion boxer turned singer, actor and politician Manny Pacquiao may be gracing the silver screen with a microphone for the musical series Glee, reports The Examiner.

In the article, Pacquiao said that he has been invited to take part in the third season, joining the ranks of fellow Filipino guest stars Charice and Darren Criss. However, Pacquiao himself clarified in an interview with ABS-CBN News that while he's had informal talks with the producers, nothing is final. The boxing champ has yet to receive a confirmation for the questing.

The invitation, according to ABS-CBN, may have stemmed from Darren Criss' voicing out that he would like to work with Pacman.

Pacquiao, who released several albums in the past, has the support of his family and friends if ever he does guest on Glee, reports ABS-CBN



Manny Pacquiao tells 24 Hours that his work in Congress is a priority over the guesting.

For more on this story, log on to ABS-CBN News and The Examiner.

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Asia's most sinful cities

By Andrew Willis

The best cities in Asia for indulging the devil on your shoulder

Seven deadly sins -- seven lively Asian cities. We all stray off the path of righteousness from time to time.

So if you're going to end up in hell due to a temptation to eat more than your fair share of stinky tofu, take a detour to Taipei first. Or if pride's your vice, take a turn toward Manila.

These Asian cities take a sin and turn it into a raison d'être.

1. Gluttony: Taipei, Taiwan

Cheap eats, everywhere, day or night.

Taipei sports 18 streets dedicated to nothing other than food. Where you might usually expect a bus shelter, instead you'll find a barbecue. Sidewalks become snack stalls. The pungent smell of stinky tofu fills the air.

Night markets in Taipei have become famous for their snack selections, or xiaochi, literally meaning "small eats."

The dishes may be little, but so are the prices, running around US$1-2 dollars. A fat gut never came so easily.

2. Sloth: Seoul, South Korea

When South Koreans are not racking up overtime, they're collecting bandwidth fees.

Seoul's Internet has been honed, sculpted, streamlined and sped up to such a degree that no one really needs to move, at all, ever, except maybe when the orc hordes descend in "World of Warcraft" and some rapid double-clicking is required.

South Korea has been ranked the 15th laziest country in the world (and the first in Asia) by The Daily Beast. And there's every reason to assume they'll get even lazier.

A recently proposed government policy seeks to advance digital technology in the capital, partly influenced by demand for online gaming and streaming video, and will take Internet speeds to 1,000 Mbps by 2012.

So if some of the 39 million connected South Koreans wanted to emulate their favourite national soccer heroes, they may as well just do it via "FIFA Manager."

* More on CNNGo: South Korea to impose midnight online game ban

3. Pride: Manila, Philippines

Much is made about the loveliness of the Filipino female. But you wouldn't know it by talking to the Filipino men -- they're too busy gazing lustfully into the mirror.

According to a study from Synovate, Filipino men are the most narcissistic in Asia. A whopping 48 percent consider themselves sexually attractive.

And if the ladies reading this think the guys' encounters with the brow tweazers are for your benefit, sorry -- nine out of 10 Filipino men polled said they liked to look good for themselves, not anyone else. 

By way of comparison, just 25 percent of men in Singapore considered themselves sexually attractive, 17 percent in China and Taiwan and a measly 12 percent of Hong Kong guys think the same.

4. Greed: Shenzhen, China

When everyone else was tightening the belts, Shenzhen carried on regardless, pumping out billions of dollars worth of high-tech products.

Shenzhen is one of the fastest growing cities in the world, with a provincial GDP of US$42 billion -- that's more than some countries such as Guatemala and Lebanon, and four times more than Iceland.

Meanwhile, China's millionaires keep millionairing -- it won't be long before there are 1 million U.S. dollar millionaires in the country, guided by Shenzhen's philosophy: if you can't make a million, make a billion.

5. Lust: Tokyo, Japan

Japan's sex industry is worth an estimated ¥2.5 trillion (US$30 billion), second only to the country's automobile industry. Is there any competition? 

According to "Pink Box" author Joan Sinclair, "Japan offers absolutely everything imaginable."

From gratuitous puke porn (and worse) to the barely titillating maid cafes, Tokyo is like a dirty old man in a teenager's body. But one who celebrates his lewd desires with the gusto of an exhibitionist poodle on heat.

Head here to indulge your fetishes or simply to have yourself bathed by a pretty young thing in a uniform.

6. Envy: New Delhi, India

More Indians emigrated in 2010 than any other nationality in the world except for Mexicans, according to the World Bank's Migration and Remittances Factbook 2011. 

Some 11.4 million Indians headed elsewhere to find a better life, drawn by the lure of things done properly.

India, and its capital New Delhi, has the world's worst case of grass-is-greener syndrome.

 7. Wrath: Pyongyang, North Korea
Pugnacious, belligerent, quarrelsome ... the North Korean capital is the moody adolescent of the continent. But unlike most spotty delinquents who express their angry insecurities by piercing body parts or coloring their hair, this one sinks ships and shells islands.

North Korea's national sport is Taekwondo. If there's a food shortage, the military get served first. Propaganda films talk of the "invincible power" of the North Korean army and posters in the capital state, "The way to peace is on the point of a bayonet."

Its army comprises nearly 1 million troops, out of a nation of 24 million.

Still, the Dear Leader Kim Jong Il does claim to have made the world's best ever golf score -- an astonishing 38 under par on a regulation 18-hole course incuding five holes-in-one. And that on his first ever attempt, too.

Perhaps he's not so bad.

CASTING CALL / AUDITION FOR GAY INDIE FILM "BELLISSIMO"

When i was cleaning up my inbox yesterday, i received an email from Jiggs regarding an audition that will be conducted by the Rage Indie Production for the lead and supporting roles of a gay Indie Film project
 " BELLISSIMO" this coming June 2011

I thought this will be a great opportunity for those aspiring actors out there. So i decided to post this for our readers and writers to be aware of this. If you think you have the talent, looks,guts, and confident, why not try to audition and also you might wanna share this to someone who is really looking for this kind of auditions. Who knows, this might be you're or his  break. "winks" .Read more details below;

CHARACTERS: JACOB - the main protagonist Applicants must be/have: 18 - 25 year old BUT younger-looking (teenager) Mukhang mabait / inosente Moreno Nerdy Willing to go daring Preferably with acting skills ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MIGUEL –Jacob’s bestfriend 18 - 25 year old BUT younger-looking (teenager) Mukhang mayabang / suplado / arogante Maputi Height at least 5'7 Willing to go daring ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NIDA - the antagonist who had a past relationship with Jacob 18 - 25 year old BUT younger-looking (teenager) Preferably slim figure with height not more than 5"4 Willing to go daring ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ RICCI -  Jacob's urban gay friend 18 - 25 year old BUT younger-looking (teenager) Jolly personality ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For those interested, please e-mail your profile, pictures, information, role interested to play and state why you want to be part of the project to - rage_indie_pro@yahoo.com Deadline of e-mail application is on May 30, 2011. Shortlisted applicants will be called in for auditions. So what do you think? IF you have any suggestions or tips in auditioning, feel free to leave comments below. To those who is planning to apply or audition, Good luck! You have your Bi Out Loud family here to support you! Cheers!

The Coolest Places this Summer!

Hello BOLers.

Writing and reading stories is fun.But it can also be tiring at times. So why not take a break and go on a vacation?

Here are some of the coolest places to see and visit in our beautiful country:
           

Pagudpod
Forget Boracay, visit Pagudpod in the North. Yet to be a top tourist destination, Pagudpud remains a pristine paradise of graceful coconut trees, simple huts and a peaceful breeze. Shimmering white gold sand and sapphire waves stretch out endlessly, with remote coastal areas provide unforgettable diving experience.

Camarines Sur

10-12 hours away from Manila is the Spanish-founded settlement of Camarines Sur. Its name comes from camaronchones or camarines, warehouse or barn in Spanish. Small nipa and bamboo huts are still used by the locals of the area. Now a favorite destination for vacations, visitors can enjoy wakeboarding at CamSur Watersports Complex, taste sinarapan, the smallest fish in the world in Buhi, or explore the miles of beaches, or see the awesome rock formations in the Caramoan Peninsula National Park.

After seeing the limestone islands, kayaking, collecting beautiful shells, hiking and spelunking, your trip home is sure to be filled with happy memories.

Vigan

400 kilometers from Manila is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vigan. With its old Spanish architecture throughout the center of the city, Vigan is the best-preserved example of a planned Spanish colonial town. The ancestral houses were built mostly by rich

Chinese traders with thick brick walls and plastered with red clay. The sturdy tile roofs are made to survive earthquakes. Walking around the town and seeing St. Paul's Cathedral, the Palacio de Arzobispado and the Burgos National Museum will definitely keep you breathless.

Tagaytay
The nearest getaway from Manila, Tagaytay is the ideal romantic vacation spot. With a breathtaking view from picnic spots overlooking Taal Lake. Couples can bond with an assortment of activities like horseback riding, golfing, or simply sightseeing. With the lush greenery and vibrant flowers, every moment is picture-perfect.

Baguio
The City of Pines and the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio is everyone's favorite place to go to for a change of scenery, and the lovely cuddly weather. Popular spots like
Camp John Hay, Burnham Park, Session Road, Mines View Park, the Strawberry Fields are timeless.
              Whether you're off to visit the breathtaking views of the North, or the cool places in the South, make sure to keep your journey fun, safe and trouble–free.
           

 

Have a fun and memorable trip!

From your  Bi Out Loud family