Kabataang Pinoy ng 21st Century

Noah's Ark and SAWS partnership

2012-09-06T21:40:00.000-07:00

Press Release

Keep the people of Bacoor safe from stray animals with rabies, and provide protection for maltreated animals. These are the goals of non-government organization non-profit Strike Animal Welfare Society or SAWS.

Named after Bacoor Mayor Strike Revilla for his dedication to implement the animal welfare act, SAWS was established in September 2009. The group built a pound-cum-animal shelter that helps incarcerate animals that may carry deadly rabies. It also serves as a temporary shelter for dogs, cats and other animals rescued from cruelty, abandonment or neglect.

The aim of the shelter is to rehabilitate these animals and eventually find them loving homes with adopted owners.

Now more stray animals in the City of Bacoor will have better services even in rehabilitation, as SAWS is chosen as the beneficiary of Noah’s Ark Pet Columbaria- the very first columbaria in the Philippines.

Last June 18, the contract was signed between SAWS, represented by Mayor Strike Revilla and SAWS director Aileen de Guzman, and Noah’s Ark founder and president Tetet Zapanta-Huit.

While SAWS tries to provide care and affection for neglected animals, Noah’s Ark aims to give the same to animals that have passed on.

“[Noah’s Ark] is a haven that provides dignity to our beloved pets and memorializes the families' years of unconditional love and devotion. It will exist to provide a memorial and final resting place for our beloved pets,” says Zapanta- Huit.

The garden themed pet columbaria will consist of 4000 vaults than can each fit ashes of dogs, cats and pocket pets. Owners of larger animals like horses may place their animal’s urns in three to four adjacent vaults.

“The client has the option to place an urn in the niche initially and reserve the remaining spot for the pets they have at home. The client may also have the option to purchase a single vault as bonery for a single pet if they don’t want their pets cremated,” adds Zapanta-Huit.

With the partnership sealed, proceeds for every vault bought in Noah’s Ark will be donated to SAWS for the betterment of its pound and shelter facilities.

SAWS thanks BM Cremations INC, mother company of Noah’s Ark, and lauds its initiative of sharing the columbaria’s proceeds to benefit the animals rescued by SAWS as well as its effort to support the plight of animal welfare organizations in the Philippines.

SAWS and Noah’s Ark both see a great future in their common goal of protecting the rights of animals –owned or stray, and providing them with the love and affection they deserve in life and when they pass on.

CONTRACT SIGNING WITH SAWS AS NOAHS ARK BENEFICIARY

One Meralco Campus Tour

2012-08-25T22:00:00.000-07:00

The 1^st Meralco Campus Tour Chess Workshop was held yesterday at the Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School Chess Club. This school was the first to qualify for having the most number of participants on One Meralco’s Chess Tournament. Headed by Sir Rolly Sol Cruz of Meralco Chess Club made a very interesting and helpful workshop especially to all the chess players of the said school. They had lectures and simultaneous games with the National Masters and Meralco Chesskolars. They also gave 10 chess sets (chess mats and chess pieces) for the school’s Chess Club.

May you continue your mission to search for future Chess Masters and helping other people.


Turn over of Chess Sets from One Meralco Foundation to RMCHS Chess Club

Bayani...Ang Tatay ko...Premieres on August 5

2012-08-02T21:35:00.000-07:00

Press Release

Filipinos are noted to have a very significant and positive attitude in handling difficulties in life. Others may also treat their predicaments in sort of “cool” manners, which the Pinoys are really known for. M&N Films have come up with a brilliant idea of ideally showing to the public the film “Bayani Ang Tatay Ko.” An indie film about life, its struggles... it’s about presenting life’s most vivid moments with the people we love. This film not only wishes to instill family values but also provide entertainment and at the same time honors the law enforcers.

Actor-comedian and host Bayani Agbayani plays SPO3 Nicanor Corpuz , a decorated cop, loving dad and husband to his wife Susan played by Yayo Aguila, and son, Adrian played by child actor Yogo Singh. They live a simple, happy life until an incident took their lives on a different turn. One morning while in the police detachment where he is working, Taning played by Rommel Montano, a toughie from an influential family came looking for his colleague, SPO1 Joey Ponce. Ponce apparently shut down his illegal “videokarera” business and refused to accept a bribe, making the latter furious. Taning was scandalizing the station so he took a policewoman, SPO2 Pinky Madrigal hostage prompting Nick to defend his colleague.

Nick was suspended from service and he turned to selling “isaw” to make ends meet. Failing to do so, his wife Susan decided to go to Hongkong to work as a domestic helper. To help him in his business, Susan sent his brother, Ading played by Gene Padilla to help Nick tend to the isaw business. But the former cop realized that he is not cut for business, so he asked for his ninong, Col. Roberto Ugarte to give him an assignment. Colonel Ugarte referred him to the city hall where he worked as a traffic enforcer. As a traffic enforcer, Nick has learned to be happy with his new job because he wears a uniform and arrests violators. It was at this time when he was informed that his colleague, Ponce has remained missing since the precinct incident; SPO1 Fernandez had been looking for him. Worse, his wife Susan called to tell him she was victimized by an illegal recruiter.

All these tribulations that had happened to Nick and his family occurred very untimely. Witness how will a typical Filipino family face these challenges in a comedic and a bit of dramatic way with a sting of action to highlight the story.

Joining the lead stars are actor/model and ex-PBB housemate, Johann Santos, Ms. Jet Claveria, Butch Elizalde, Pinoy T.A.L.K. host Paul Quimbo, Ms. Jing Javier and Paulo Ponce and is under the helm of Ellen Argano. “Bayani...Ang Tatay Ko...” is one of the official entries to the 2^nd PNP Film Festival and subsequently, the awarding will take place at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) on August 7, 2012.

Being a policeman is indeed a heroic profession; it is both a difficult and extensive task enabling continuous protection of the public and their property as well as maintaining law and order. Preventing crime, reducing its fear and ensuring the improvement of every citizen’s quality of life are no way an easy job. So let us all salute the gentle officers... the all-time “bayani” of every community.

“Bayani...Ang Tatay Ko...” will have its premiere showing on August 5, 2012, Sunday at SM North Edsa Cinema 5, 5:00- 6:30 PM. Please be guided for further announcements and updates of the movie’s scheduled screenings in various theaters nationwide. For the movie's block screening and sponsorship matters, please contact Ms. Nanette or Grace at these numbers: 425-1658 and 0915-8170505

For more info and updates please visit and like their Facebook page: Bayani Ang Tatay Ko

Experimental dish with my love one

2012-06-30T19:23:00.000-07:00

When my San Marino Gift Set arrived I tried to experiment another dish for the Yellofin Tuna Fillet Classic. I cooked it with scrambled egg and onions. The fillet sliced tuna was very perfect for my experimental dish because of the firm and juicy taste. Next time I will try the Spanish Style flavor which I think will be much tastier because of the spicy Olive Oil. Thanks again to San Marino for this wonderful Gift of Love.

I found my True Love in San Marino

2012-06-26T21:31:00.000-07:00

San Marino, the country’s number one corned tuna brand, recently launched the premium San Marino Limited Edition Gift Set. Elegantly-packaged, this product is the perfect hearty gift for your loved ones. Each gift set contains four cans of San Marino Yellowfin Tuna Fillet in Olive Oil 180g (2 pcs. Classic variant and 2 pcs. Spanish-Style variant) which is rich in Omega-3. Spread love by sharing prime cuts of Yellowfin tuna fillet, one of the most premium types of tuna packed in pure olive oil to your family and friends. San Marino Limited Edition Gift Set is available in selected supermarkets for only P320.00 per set. Visit www.sanmarino.com.ph for the list of supermarkets where you can buy this limited edition gift set.

The Gift of Love

Shell National Youth Active Chess Championship 2012: Let the games begin.

2012-06-23T09:02:00.002-07:00

The 1^st day of the Shell National Youth Active Chess Championship 2012 NCR Leg was already launched this morning at the SM Megamall Event Center. Hundreds of participants from different schools within the National Capital Region enjoyed taking pictures with the Cosplayers who dressed up like the Chess pieces. This tournament is sponsored by Shell Philippines in partnership with SM Supermalls, Our Home, Unilab, Rudy Project and Brickstone Mall. This 2-day event will determine the toughest player who will qualify for the Grand Finals on September.

The next Leg will be on July 14 and 15 at the Brickstone Mall, Tuguegarao City.

Some participants of the said tournament.

What Chess Piece is this?

Give your kids the energy they need with Tiger Energy Biscuit

2012-06-08T11:12:00.002-07:00

Press Release

PACK TIGER ENERGY INTO YOUR KID’S DAY, EVERY DAY!

“Tiger Energy ang ipabaon mo!”

A new school year is about to start. Chances are, your kid’s schedule will be full of activities in and outside the classroom. Kraft Foods and Tiger Energy recommend you pack his baon with nutritious treats to make sure he has the energy for his busy day

Tiger Energy is a great baon because it is delicious and nutritious, made of wheat, has milk and is fortified with Enermaxx. This is a combination of nine vitamins and six minerals that help in the release of energy to help give your kid an energy boost

Kaya mommy, sapat ba sa delicious nutrition ang pabaon mo? Sa Tiger, energy ang pabaon mo!

Catching iButterflies. It's more fun in the Philippines.

2012-06-08T07:49:00.000-07:00

Press Release from SM Megamall.

SM Supermalls released the SM iButterfly, an Augmented Reality Application on your IOS and Android mobile devices last May 5, 2012 at select SM Supermalls. SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM City Fairview, SM Southmall, SM City Baguio, SM City Davao and SM City Cebu simultaneously launched the iButterflies. Catching iButterflies at SM Supermalls is a fun and entertaining mobile information and couponing experience when you are at an SM Mall.

It uses 3 technologies: Augmented Reality, for seeing the iButterflies in the real world, Motion Sensors for catching iButterflies using your phone and your phone’s Global Positioning System or GPS for finding where the iButterflies are. It is definitely a unique way of enjoying promos from our tenant partners such as Starbucks, Krispy Kreme, Forever 21, David’s Salon, Kenny Rogers, Jollibee, Mang Inasal, Chowking, Red Ribbon, Greenwich, Smart, BDO and McDonald’s!

Catching an iButterfly is easy. First, download the application by connecting to the free SM WIFI or the SM_iButterfly SSIS at the participating malls you may also use your phone’s 3G connection. Using your gadget, simply download the App via Google Play and App Store’s, just search for the iButterfly Asia App. Once downloaded, open the App and start catching iButterflies. These turn into instant prizes. Simply claim your prize at participating mall stores.

As a sustaining effort, SM MEGAMALL launched its own iButterfly campaign offering instant prizes from concepts unique to Megamall, namely: Yabu, Akiba Café, J.CO Donuts & Coffee, Papa John’s, Cha Time, Marithe Francois Girbaud, and SM Megamall Cinema.

An iButterfly catch-up event was held at the SM Megamall Mega Atrium on June 8, with special guests like Tim Yap, Tessa-Prieto Valdez, Jenni Epperson, and more. Guests enjoyed an ibutterfly tutorial from YouTube sensations Petra Mahalimuyak and Bogart the Explorer and had a fun SM ibutterfly experience.

For more information, you can visit our dedicated iButterfly website at: www.smibutterfly.com or visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/smmegamall

Download, catch and win now!

Thank you!

Petra Mahalimuyak while teaching Bogart the Explorer how to catch iButterfly.

Delicious snacks served by Cha Time and J.CO Donuts & Coffee.

Shell National Youth Active Chess Championship 2012

2012-06-05T20:49:00.000-07:00

The Shell National Youth Active Chess Championship 2012 registration is ongoing. This tournament is open to all Filipino Youth 20 years and below. Shell has been good in promoting sports to young ones specially Chess. It’s almost 20 years of supporting and searching for young grandmasters to enthusiast wood pushers. You can download the registration form and schedule of games on this link: http://www-static.shell.com/static/phl/downloads/snyacc/2012/snyacc_2012_registration_form2.pdf

3rd "ISULONG MO!" RAPID CHESS TOURNAMENT

2012-05-21T01:35:00.000-07:00

3rd "ISULONG MO!" RAPID CHESS TOURNAMENT
(Non-Master & Kiddies 14 & Under Division)
08:30 a.m. May 27, 2012
3rd/F, Food Court, Alphaland Southgate Mall, Makati City

• The tournament is open to all non-titled chess players, but women titled players may join.
• The tournament is divided in two divisions, (KIDDIES& OPEN-AGEdivision)
• Participants should present proof of age (e.g. birth certificate,government or school identification card)
• The tournament mode of play is (7) rounds Swiss system.
• Rate of play is 25 minutes per player to finish the game.
• FIDE Laws of chess, particularly the laws of RAPID shall govern the tournament.(Ground rules will be posted onsite)
Sanctioned by the National Chess Federation of the Philippine and FIDE Rated.

A. NON-MASTER
Champion P6,000.00 + trophy
2nd place P3,500.00 + trophy
3rd place P2,500.00 + trophy
4th place P2,000.00
5th place P1,000.00
6th – 10th Place P500.00

Category Prizes: Category Prizes:
Top 1900 & Below P500.00 + Medal
Top 16 yrs. old & Below P500.00 + Medal
Top Unrated P500.00 + Medal
Top Lady P500.00 + Medal
Top 55& Above P500.00 + Medal

B. KIDDIES (14 year old and below)
Champion P3,000.00 + troph
2nd place P1,500.00 + trophy
3rd place P1,000.00 + trophy
4th place P700.00 + Medal
5th place P500.00 + Medal
6th – 10th place P300.00 + Medal

Category Prizes: Category Prizes:
Top 12 & Under (1st) P300.00 + Medal
Top 12& Under (2nd) P200.00 + Medal
Top 10 & Under (1st) P300.00 + Medal
Top 10 & Under (2nd) P200.00 + Medal
Top 8 & Under P300.00 + Medal
Top Lady P300.00 + Medal

• Number of participants will be limited only to 240 participants for both divisions.
• Participants who are wearing sandos and slippers are not allowed to join.

Registration Fee:
Non-Master : P250.00
Kiddies : 200.00
(Note : The first 100 registered particpants shall be entitled to a raffle prize every round.)

• For registration and inquiries you may contact the following tournament arbiters/organizers.
Chief Arbiter : International Arbiter ROLANDO YUTUC
NA GATZ LUZ: # 0999 994 8059
NA ALFREDO CHAY: # 09087540888
NA ALEX DINOY: # 0922828 8510
NA MILO SAMANIEGO: # 0932 491 3833

In partnership with: Alphaland Southgate Mall

Tournament organizers:
SICILIAN CHESS CLUB and the BASHAM GAMES and SPORTS

1st Filipino Bloggers Hub Party

2012-05-20T23:56:00.000-07:00

It was a very informative and fun event for all the Bloggers who participated on the 1^st Filipino Bloggers Hub Party last Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the Central Colleges of the Philippines Studio Theater. Panel discussions with the Senior Bloggers, giving their ideas and experiences on some questions about blogging. Raffles and loot bags had been given away.

The event has been sponsored by Central Colleges of the Philippines, San Marino, Dianna Stalder, Human Nature, Tiger Energy, Classic Savory, MedChef, MEGA Publishing Group, OkayOkay, Get Beauteous, Taste of Goodness, Tablets Mania


Ms. Sara of Human Nature

Filipino Bloggers Hub: A Simple Acquaintance Party

2012-05-14T03:59:00.000-07:00

In the cyber world where all bloggers are moving-in has become more challenging due to different trends that have been born from time to time in every click and tick of their finger on the mouse. As the blogger pursue their passion, they tend to produce more effective write-ups that are based on their experiences, observation and even with their own opinion.

Today, blogging becomes a good portal of advertisement and online promotion because it can give a huge impact and easy to access information upon clicking the publish button. In just one click, everything went to life as it was being shared and like by others instantly upon uploaded.

Given that bloggers exist every minute and seconds in every social-networking site as well as in the blogging flat form. While giving the readers and other people to have the latest updates as well as entertainment in their web sites or blog sites. But wait a minute; did all bloggers who read other sites blog knew the author personally or acquaintance? I think, not!

Perhaps, some know each other while others tend to get intimidated or something as they see each other in different places. Why? Maybe because they never get a chance to be introduce to each other.

Moreover, the blogosphere in the Philippines is just a small piece of the universal blogosphere. Where is so impossible to know the person one by one in a particular websites or blog site? And so, bloggers created an event that we called “Filipino Bloggers Hub Party” to get a chance to see, meet and know the person behind in every blog that we read, follow and subscribe to.

On the 19^th of May 2012, 1:00pm at the Central Colleges of the Philippines, bloggers around the Metro will gather to have a simple acquaintance party with full of surprises, giveaways, fun games and raffles. This is the chance to meet and know other bloggers, and this is the day that all bloggers will unite and promise to continue what started intelligently as to give people good, and balance information that people want to know.

To all bloggers in the Metro out there, we would love to know you more and see you in the 1^st Filipino Bloggers Hub Party of the year!

This event has been sponsored by Central Colleges of the Philippines, San Marino, Dianna Stalder, Human Nature, Tiger Energy, Classic Savory, MedChef, MEGA Publishing Group, OkayOkay, Get Beauteous, Taste of Goodness, Tablets Mania

Jollibee's latest float in town

2012-04-11T06:24:00.001-07:00

I’m very lucky to be the first to taste the latest float craze in town. Jollibee had just launched their first ever Coffee and Chocolate Float. When I visited my friend this late afternoon at Jollibee EDSA, Kamias she offered me to taste one of their new products. The Coffee Float tastes like my favorite Mocha Frappuccino in other coffee shops. With the price of 45 pesos it will surely soothes your coffee experience. For coffee lovers like me, I would highly recommend this product.

It's more fun to travel in the Philippines

2012-04-11T05:51:00.000-07:00

The Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School Chess Club had their 1^st Educational Outing at Bolinao, Pangasinan. As one of the Alumnus of that Club and the school as well, I’d experience the beauty of nature far from stress and congested traffic on the city. With Manang Myra as our host and cook for two days, I and my co-alumni together with the current adviser of the club were treated very well. I would recommend the place for person who wants to relax and unwind. It’s really more fun in the Philippines.

A newly opened Resto Bar along Roces Avenue

2012-01-20T18:12:00.000-08:00

Ah! I missed my blogsite. Well this is my first blog for 2012. Last holiday season I’ve been through lots of events and gatherings with my batchmates. As one of the Bachelors of our batch I have lots of time to look for a venue for our gatherings. One of my batchmates recommends “Les Tadeos”. It’s a newly open Resto Bar along Roces Avenue. They just opened last December 15, 2011. We’ve tried to dine here several times with my batchmates and I can tell that it’s worth the price. The ambiance was very relaxing. I’ve tasted their different dishes and one of my favorite is the Dory fish with sauce (I forgot the Menu name). They also have cheap price beverages. A beer for only 28 pesos and a pitcher of cocktail for 180 pesos. With a very relaxing background music that will soothes your mind. I recommend this restaurant for people with small budget but want to relax and unwind.

What's your New Year's Resolution?

2011-12-27T19:27:00.000-08:00

It’s almost four days left before year 2011 ends. Before every year ends we always ask other people or ourselves what are your New Year’s Resolution. A New Year's Resolution is generally a goal someone sets out to accomplish in the coming year. Some examples include of being more good or better with other things. Others also say that they will not do the same mistake or bad habit again. More important is that you stay focus on what your goal will be.

Now, what’s your New Year’s Resolution or Goal for the coming year?

RMCHS 13th Grand Alumni Homecoming

2011-12-04T19:58:00.000-08:00

The Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School Alumni Association Inc. had their 13^th Grand Alumni Homecoming last Saturday night at the school ground. The main host of this event is from the students of Batch ’79. With the Guest Speaker Dr. Josefina Perlado and the President of RMCHSAAI Neil G. Dumlao. The covered court was full of schoolmates and batch mates from different year. As one of the Alumni of this school I experience the happiness and excitement of each and every one who attended the said event.

Premier Screening of The Adventures of Tintin in IMAX Theatre

2011-11-28T09:48:00.000-08:00

At last, I already experience a full 3D movie on the big screen for the very first time. Thank you Azrael Coladilla and SM Southmall for giving me a chance to watch The Adventures of Tintin in IMAX 3D. IMAX SM Southmall is the only IMAX Theatre in the South Metro Manila and the 4^th here in our country. The feeling of like you are part of the movie is what I’ve experience when I was watching. Looking forward for their next IMAX movie.

National Bookstore will be giving away cash prizes for their tournament.

2011-11-22T02:05:00.000-08:00

The National Bookstore First Move Chess Grand Prix will be having their 3^rd Month Tournament on its 2^nd year on December 3, 2011. The upcoming tournament will bring lots of Chess enthusiast into action. They will be giving away cash prizes for the top 5 players on the Championship Division. This group had been a good influence to young wood pushers since they started. Every 1^st Saturday of the month they are having tournaments from age 18 and below.

Two Against One

2011-10-26T10:44:00.000-07:00

Another first from the Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School Chess Club with their strongest female player against two (2) of the Outstanding male players at the same time. Luz Ely Nita Josephine Dacayo or simply Luzel Dacayo crushed one of the two players and draw the other one on a simultaneous play in their Chess Center. This game was an official tournament held yesterday with their trainers and fellow members as a part of the Club’s monthly tournament per class.

The Pope and the People

2011-10-15T21:40:00.000-07:00

I’ve just seen a small exhibit about the late Pope John Paul II at the Gateway Mall last Wednesday.

Anti-Angry Birds Bill

2011-10-01T23:52:00.000-07:00

After his proposed House Bill 5316 or the Anti-Planking Bill, Quezon City 2^nd District Rep. Winston “Winnie” Castelo again blasts another intriguing and interesting proposal. His House Bill 5379 or the Anti-Angry Birds Bill caught my attention. House Bill 5379 or the Anti-Angry Birds Bill aims to monitor the diversity, quality and quantity of items bearing the angry birds likeness. According to the draft, a stall shall have no more than two kinds of the said birds emblazoned on its items. Items under the scope of the bill, includes but is not limited to: cups, mugs, pens, crayons, stickers, underwear, t-shirts, lingerie, cellphone accessories, plush dolls, action figures, books, spoon & forks, plates, caps, children’s toys, pins, clothing accessories, hair accessories, pants, shorts, watches, flash drives, wrist straps, pillows, candies, and stationary items among others. Items not stated above but bears semblance or similarity to the Angry Birds franchise are subject to the law as well. A witness told that Rep. Castelo went to 168 Mall in Divisoria to buy gifts for his godchildren. But when he saw that most of the items there have Angry Birds sticker he just walked-out.

Violators to this law will be sentenced to 6 months solitary confinement to a special facility called “The Angry Birds Room” inside the New Bilibid Prison. The room will be composed of an Angry Birds toilet,sink, tissue paper & soap, as well as walls painted with scenes from the game. Eating utensils for the inmate will also come standard with the said designs. Vendors who are found guilty are also subject to the confiscation of the prohibited items which will then be burned or donated to “The Angry Birds Room”.

Wow! What does it feels like to be inside “The Angry Birds Room”? If you want to try let’s wait for this bill to be pass and it’s up to you to go.

Rhema Marvanne - An Angelic Voice

2011-09-29T08:54:00.000-07:00

While browsing on my Facebook Account I tend to see an interesting video from one of my friends. I checked it out and listened to the music. It was a very inspiring music and it made me ask myself “Who is singing that song? She sings like an angel”. I found out that this cute little girl named Rhema Marvanne melted my heart. Here are some info that I got from this girl.

Rhema Marvanne (born Rhema Marvanne Voraritskul, September 15, 2002) is a gospel singer from Carrollton, Texas, USA.

She is the daughter of Teton and Wendi "Mercy" Marvanne Voraritskul. Teton's father, Chai Voraritskul was an immigrant from Thailand, while Wendi died of ovarian cancer on November 8, 2008 at the age of 36. Rhema gained Internet fame at the age of six after recording her first song, "Amazing Grace". She appeared on the Maury Povich Show Most Talented Kids 2010, and Korean show Star King.

Rhema Marvanne is eight years old and she loves her father and her dog Mojo. They attend The Branch Church in Plano, TX. Rhema was baptized on October 18, 2009 after accepting Christ as her Savior.

During his baptism, Rhema is actually singing "Amazing Grace"; at that particular moment Butler goes from a bad guy to a good guy, and then goes to South Africa to save all the little kids from the war.

She also appears in Gerard Butler's 2011 film Machine Gun Preacher where Butler plays a drug dealer-turned-crusader on a mission to save kids.

Rhema recently appeared on the Maury Polvich show highlighting the most talented kids, she was on International News via Supreme Master TV – Global Satellite which is shown in 44 countries in 60 languages and aired on June 16, 2010 every 6 hours for different time zones, she recorded both her Albums in Nashville. Her songs are sold on iTunes, Amazon.com as well as through her website's Official Store. She recently recorded The Prayer with Terry White and musicians from the Nashville Symphony and recently released her Christmas Album, All Seasons. Rhema played her first acting role in Machine Gun Preacher, a multi-million dollar film, set to release Fall 2011 (a Lionsgate Film). Since receiving over 16 million video hits online in 2010 she has appeared on ABC's 20/20, Fox News, CBS, CBN, TBN as well as on Daystar.

Her songs are very inspiring and you will not notice your teardrops fall while listening to it.

The Grand Master

2011-09-27T10:04:00.000-07:00

Eugenio Torre (born November 4, 1951) is a chess Grandmaster (GM). He is considered the strongest chess player the Philippines has ever produced during the 1980s and 1990s period, following the heels of Fischer-era Filipino chess champions National Master (NM) Ramon Lontoc, International Master (IM) Renato Naranja, IM Rodolfo Tan Cardoso and GM Rosendo Balinas, Jr. Super GM Wesley So is currently the top Philippine chess player.

Torre is a Filipino chess player and the first chess grandmaster in Asia. He is a member of the Philippine chess team for the November 2010 Asian Games in Guangzhou, China. He participated in the men's team event.

GM Torre shot to prominence in 1976 as a possible future title challenger after winning a strong four-man tournament in Manila ahead of world champion Anatoly Karpov – thus becoming the first player to finish ahead of Karpov in a tournament since the latter became world champion. The high-point of his career came in the early 1980s when he was ranked world No.17; successfully going on to qualify to be a candidate for the world championship after tying for first with Lajos Portisch during the 1982 Toluca Interzonal.

He made his way to the Chess Olympiads where the best chess players came to compete. He gained the title of grandmaster in 1974, becoming Asia’s first grandmaster of chess. He finished the year with a rating of 2520.

Torre continues to play chess and is still active in different chess-related organizations.

Unit Meet 2011

2011-09-21T09:37:00.000-07:00

Chess spectators, players, coaches and teachers from different schools gather to watch this year’s Unit Meet held last September 20 and 21 at the Ramon Magsaysay (Cubao) High School. A 5-round 2-day Swiss System tournament was headed by Chief Arbiter Villanueva from Chess Arbiters Association of the Philippines (CAAP). Jodito Deroca as the Assistant Arbiter and Christopher Fernandez who recorded the pairings and scores of the players. Eight schools from the 4^th District of Quezon City participated on the said event. But only the top two scorers in each category will qualify for the Division Meet. Two hours to play for each round to finish their game.