HBO subscribers are in for a treat on February 20 at 10 PM when a new HBO original series will premiere in the Philippines and all of Asia.

The nine-episode first season of LUCK, starring Oscar® winner Dustin Hoffman and Oscar® nominee Nick Nolte, is spearheaded by acclaimed director Michael Mann and Deadwood creator David Milch.

LUCK is a behind-the-track look at the world of horse racing and gambling’s denizens – owners, trainers, jockeys and gamblers. As the series opens, Chester “Ace” Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman) is released from three years in federal prison. He is met by his driver and bodyguard, Gus Demitriou (Dennis Farina), who fronts as the owner of the $2 million Irish Horse that Ace just bought. A brilliant but disreputable trainer, the Peruvian Turo Escalante (John Ortiz), introduces us to their prized Irish thoroughbred, who is being examined by his girlfriend, track veterinarian Jo (Jill Hennessy).

Meanwhile, veteran trainer-turned-owner Walter Smith (Nick Nolte) contains his optimism pinned on his promising “Big Horse” because he is wary. The reason he is wary will be revealed later, but there is a dark history and a shadow of scandal behind the horse.

Four degenerate gamblers, Marcus (Kevin Dunn), Renzo (Ritchie Coster), Jerry (Jason Gedrick), and Lonnie (Ian Hart), meanwhile, are pooling their meager resources to bet Jerry’s hunch on the day’s long shot, a high-stakes Pick Six winners contest.

Michael Mann assembled a brilliant cast led by Hoffman and Nolte when he directed the pilot, written by series creator David Milch. In making the episodes as executive producers, they work collaboratively together, with Milch masterfully overseeing the writing for the series and Mann supervising every aspect of the filmmaking. LUCK was filmed at Santa Anita Park and other Los Angeles locations. Michael Mann talks more about the series in this interview and so with David Milch.

LUCK also stars Richard Kind as jockey agent Joey Rathburn; Tom Payne as a beginner jockey Leon, a.k.a. “Bug Boy”; Kerry Condon as Rosie, an exercise girl with jockey ambitions; and real-life racing Hall of Famer Gary Stevens as Ronnie Jenkins, a talented but boozy veteran jockey.

Continuing guest stars on the series include Patrick J. Adams, Joan Allen, W. Earl Brown, Bruce Davison, Spencer Garrett, Barry Shabaka Henley, Ted Levine, Jurgen Prochnow, Alan Rosenberg, Mercedes Ruehl, Chantal Sutherland and Sir Michael Gambon.

I am sure you will all be tuned in to this brand new HBO Original Series LUCK when it premieres on Monday, February 20 at 10pm on HBO. If you are subscribed to the high-definition on HBO HD , you will catch the series an hour earlier at 9pm.

New episodes are aired every Monday at the same time on HBO and HBO HD.

If you want to know more, just visit HBO Asia on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/hboasia or engage them at Twitter at http://twitter.com/hboasia.

For your convenience, see below the episodic synopses, glossary of terms and the cast of LUCK characters. You can download them as a pdf file to your tablet so you can follow through the episodes.

PHilippine HBO LUCK – Episodic Synopses

Philippines HBO LUCK – Characters

Philippine HBO LUCK – Glossary

About HBO Asia
Singapore-based HBO Asia is able to bring the best of Hollywood to Asia first because of its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood studios – Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios and Warner Bros. In addition to the proprietary and award-winning HBO Original programs that are produced exclusively for HBO viewers, HBO Asia works with a large number of major independent production companies to secure exclusive rights to a host of quality movies. HBO Asia offers five subscription movie channels with uninterrupted programming – HBO, HBO SIGNATURE, HBO FAMILY, HBO HITS and MAX (a refresh of CINEMAX) – as well as a subscription video-on-demand service, HBO ON DEMAND, HBO HD, the first regional movie channel to broadcast in high definition in Asia, and HBO HITS HD, which delivers Hollywood blockbuster hits 24-hours a day in 100% true high-definition, available in selected territories. HBO Asia is a joint venture of HBO (a Time Warner company) and Paramount. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information. ————

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Planning to spend the weekend shopping for baby stuff? Drop by the Grand Baby Fair at SM Megamall and enjoy up to 70% off on selected items! With over 100 exhibitors selling all sorts of products, you’ll find everything you need for baby under one roof. You’ll even get to sit in learning sessions with celebrity moms, enjoy exclusive offers, and win free gifts and raffle prizes. The Grand Baby Fair is on January 27 until January 29 at SM Megatrade Halls 2 and 3. ————

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Accessorize says “kung hei fat choi” with their Chinese new year sale! From January 23 – 30 2012, grab last season’s best necklaces, bracelets, bags, and shoes at an amazing 70% off. The sale is available at all Accessorize branches nationwide. Don’t miss out on these great deals!————

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Moms have a lot to keep track of – their schedules, their children’s schedules, to-do lists, expenses…the list goes on. Without the right tools, it can be pretty hard to stay on top of all these things while maintaining your sanity. It’s a good thing Momme Planner came up with just the notebook to help moms stay organized and fabulous!

The Momme Planner contains everything a mom could ever want in a planner – a daily calendar, a space for their children’s schedules, even a section for planning the monthly budget, all kept in an adorable little package. Choose from a variety of limited edition notebook styles and grab your own Momme Planner here.
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There’s no better way to start the new year than with a youthful glow on your skin. The new and improved Avon Naturals skin care line is designed to do just that! Created to bring out the best of your natural beauty, Avon Naturals’ mild gentle formulation revitalizes and invigorates your skin using the best ingredients inspired by nature. This 2012, treat yourself to the nourishing goodness of honey, the whitening power of rose hip, and the antiseptic essence of green tea and tea tree oil.

Avon Naturals Honey & Milk Nourishing Skin Care

Get healthy, nourished skin with Avon Naturals Honey & Milk Nourishing Skin Care line. These products deeply nourish the skin with the goodness of milk and honey and leave it feeling soft and supple all day long. Containing honey extract and milk protein, this line smoothens rough, dry skin and helps to provide long term moisturizing benefits—all wrapped in a sumptuous honey and milk scent.

Avon Naturals Nourishing Milk & Honey Cleanser removes dirt and rough texture from the skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and moisturized. For a deep cleanse, Avon Naturals Nourishing Milk & Honey Mask instantly leaves the skin looking and feeling deeply nourished and moisturized. And, Avon Naturals Nourishing Milk & Honey Cream works as a quick-absorbing moisturizer that instantly boosts the skin’s moisture without leaving a sticky feeling on the skin.

Avon Naturals Rose and Rose Hips Skin Care

To get that much sought-after rosy white glow, Avon Naturals Rose and Rose Hips Skin Care products are made to immediately brighten the skin and lighten skin tone over time. Rose hips and rose extracts are rich in vitamin C, and help provide whitening benefits in a romantic, feminine rose scent.

Start off with the Avon Naturals Rose and Rose Hips Whitening Cleanser, a pearlscent cream clenser that effectively cleans and refreshes the skin. Follow with the Avon Naturals Rose and Rose Hips Whitening Toner which cleans and tones. The next step can be Avon Naturals Rose and Rose Hips Whitening Cream—a non-greasy formula that completely brightens the skin and leaves it feeling soft and moisturized; or when preparing for a day outdoors, finish with Avon Naturals Rose
and Rose Hips Whitening Cream SPF 15 PA ++ that provides protection from the sun while restoring the skin’s natural rosy glow at the same time.

Avon Naturals Tea Tree Oil and Green Tea Skin Care

Feel fab and fresh with Avon Naturals Tea Tree Oil and Green Tea Skin Care line which will help you be oil-free and worry-free. Tea Tree Oil and Green Tea extract rich in Vitamin C & E, work deeply into the pores to provide oil control and leave your skin shine free all day long. Plus, the products come in a refreshing scent.

Prep your skin with the Avon NaturalsTea Tree Oil & Green Tea Cleanser that deeply cleans and removes excess oil, dirt and impurities clogged in the pores. Then use Avon NaturalsTea Tree Oil & Green Tea Toner to further reduce the oily and shiny appearance of the skin, while removing the last traces of dirt. Avon Naturals Tea Tree Oil & Green Tea Mask reduces the production of oil and draws out deep-seeded dirt and oil, leaving the skin clearer.

What are you waiting for? Celebrate the New Year by treating your skin to nature-inspired goodness! The new & improved Avon Naturals skin care products will be available in January 2012 through. Buy your Avon products from us!————

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What happens when the pumpkin carriage becomes a baby carriage, the glass slippers have been swapped for sensible flats, and Prince Charming is completely uninterested in helping out?

You write a true-to-YOUR-life-fairytale.

If you can relate to this scenario, then Happy Even After: A Solo Mom’s Journal is for you. This unique journal is filled with inspirational stories and spunky quotes from other Pinay solo moms and writing pages for you to write a happy ending to your own fairy tale.

A “solo mom” is a mom who was never married, was once married, a widow, or someone raising other people’s children as their own. It’s not easy raising a child on your own, with little or no financial or emotional support from your partner. “Happy Even After” was designed to help other single moms get back on their feet again or simply cope with dynamics of solo parenting in the Philippines. Filled with inspiring stories and tips, this journal is your ally and cheerleader when you can’t take the stress anymore, and a trusted friend who will give you the tough love you need when you need it.

The Solo Mom’s Journal features essays and tips on solo motherhood by Risa Hontiveros, supermodel Marina Benipayo, beauty queen Patty Betita and TV host Angel Jacob. There is also a handy section on pertinent laws such as the Solo Parent Act, practical tips from clinical psychologist and sexuality expert Dr.
Margie Holmes, and inspiring quotes from kids from solo parent homes. Black writing pages are also provided so you can write down your own thoughts, paste photos of your kids, or scribble down your thoughts.

Happy Even After: A Solo Mom’s Journal can be purchased www.happyevenafter.com at P450 each, with free delivery within Metro Manila. You can also find it at Fully Booked Branches: Bonifacio Global City, North EDSA, Gateway, Katipunan, Eastwood, Rockwell, Greenhills, Greenbelt 5, Davao and Cebu.
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Greet the new year in new jeans! From December 26 – January 15, 2012, Levi’s will be holding their end of season sale, where you can enjoy great discounts on selected styles. The sale will take place at all Levi’s stores nationwide. ————

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Get your Christmas shopping done and help the victims of Sendong at the same time! Bloggers United and the Maginhawa St. Moonleaf Tea Shop are holding a pop-up bazaar tomorrow, December 23, 10am til 6pm. Grab this opportunity to find something nice to wear for the holidays or do some last-minute shopping, all while meeting your favorite bloggers. 50% of proceeds will be donated to the #Sendong Relief Drive.

Moonleaf Tea Shop is located at 103 Maginhawa St., UP Teacher’s Village, 1101 Diliman, Philippines. For more information, check out the Bloggers United Facebook page.————

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I am huge fan of Accessorize’s bags. Aside from being stylish, roomy, and durable, they’re also incredibly affordable, especially when you can nab them on sale. So take a friend to Accessorize this weekend so you can avail of an amazing promo! From December 16 – 18, 2011, enjoy a buy-one-take-one promo for all regular priced items at all Accessorize stores. Better go early while stocks last and the best designs are still around!————

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Visit the Greanmeadows Bazaar for last-minute shopping and Christmas treats! MILK TEA LOVERS who will RSVP via email before December 17 will get a free drink of your choice with sinkers, from the Cha Dao Tea Place Booth at the bazaar. To RSVP, send you Full Name and Mobile number to claudbaron@yahoo.com.

Makeup junkies will also enjoy the Bare Minerals giveaway. Bare Minerals is giving away mineral make up gift packs to you and 3 of your friends, worth P2000 each! Just RSVP via email before Dec. 17 by sending your full name and mobile number to claudbaron@yahoo.com. First 50 to RSVP may claim a gift pack at the Organizers booth on December 18-19.

The Greenmeadows Xmas Rush Bazaar is the perfect place! No traffic, no crowded malls, no long lines… Just you and 120 handpicked vendors. You will surely find the perfect gift!

GREENMEADOWS XMAS RUSH BAZAAR
DECEMBER 18 & 19 (10AM-7PM)
GREENMEADOWS CLUBHOUSE
***INSIDE GREENMEADOWS, NOT
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