Who Will Prevail?

Let's find out who will emerge as the main attraction for this day. Could it be Noynoy-Binay's historic inauguration? Or the sought-after vampire movie Eclipse?

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 Trailer

Now this IS thrilling!

What's Your Frustration?

People do not know that I have these real long-time frustration about being a sports enthusiast. When I was in my early adolescence, I'm on the verge of blaming myself for not being into the world where my favorites like LeBron James and Dwight Howard are making such a good reputation. In my case, I think the sources are more internal, like lack of confidence and talent. But I haven't been, and will NEVER be, into a moment that I should be violent and depressed to fulfill this personal fantasy. That's in another impossible chapter, a shoot-to-kill story.

A question to share: Do you have any frustrations in your life?

The Weirdest Sneeze Caught on TV

June 20 is Dad's Day!

Los Angeles Lakers: NBA 2010 Champions

Game 7 has been the most coveted part of any race-to-seven series since it only happens just once in a blue moon. And NBA Finals 2010 really never fails me. The rivalry between Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics has gone until the final curtain call.

Finally, everyone realized that this year is for the L.A. Lakers again, as well as for Kobe Bryant. Although I'm also considering Celtics as a great team (and threat), I've been truly rooting for Lakers since this Playoffs season started. Set aside mocking.

Congratulations Lakers for the back-to-back triumph!

Famous Personalities With Speech Disorders

I slightly hate my speech imperfection. Seriously, I have a speech sound defect. My voice box cannot produce any 'R' sounds correctly. Some friends of mine make fun of me a bit, like say "rural, ruler, roller" as many as I can. But in the end, it sounded too conyo for me. Epic fail.

But I think I'm still not far lucky enough. Some people, even famous personalities we've known for so long, are being spelled under these disorders like stuttering, cluttering, and lisp.

Some famous people with history in speech disorder:

• Sir Elton John - lisp
  
• Anthony Kiedis of Red Hot Chili Peppers - lisp
• Winston Churchill - lisp, cluttering, or stuttering
• Gareth Gates - stutter
• Tiger Woods - stutter
• Bruce Willis - stutter
• Marilyn Monroe - stutter
• Mike Tyson - lisp
• Michael Phelps - lisp
• Rowan Atkinson - stutter
• Will Young - lisp

Well it can be remedied through series of therapies, and practice.

Toy Story 3, Released!

One of my most favorite cartoon movies next to Finding Nemo and Shrek. I just found myself more excited to see this than this year's Harry Potter, Eclipse and Karate Kid.

CV Humors

Curriculum vitae should endorse a job-seeker very well to be hired in a company they are applying for. But the applicants, so much concerned with the structure of their CV's, are silently falling into a much simple yet embarrassing gaffe.

These are just 20 of over tons of really possible comical blunders that an applicant can commit:

1. “Received a plague for Salesperson of the Year.”
2. “Reason for leaving last job: maturity leave.”
3. “Am a perfectionist and rarely if if ever forget details.”
4. Languages: “Speak English and Spinach.”
5. Experience: “Chapter president, 1887-1992.”
6. Skills: “I can type without looking at thekeyboard.”
7. Objective: “Student today. Vice president tomarrow.”
8. "Speak, read, and wright English/Spanish."
9. A candidate actually misspelled her own first name, writing "Barbara" as "Barabara."
10. Instead of "biological organisms," a university job candidate wrote "biological orgasms."
11. "Psychology professor" became "psycho. professor," and "analytic philosophy" became "anal. philosophy."
12. In the section that read “Emergency Contact Number” she wrote “911.”
13. A candidate listed her e-mail address as pornstardelight@*****.com
14. “Develop and recommend an annual operating expense fudget.”
15. “I’m a rabid typist.”
16. Achievements: “Nominated for porn queen.”
17. “I often use a laptap.”
18. “Instrumental in ruining entire operation for a Midwest chain store.”
19. Education: “Have repeated courses repeatedly.”
20. They write, "I've researched your company and would be a perfect fit." And then they call your company by a competitor's name.

Be sure you proofread your CV's first, or else it'll go directly to the shredder. Speeling matters. Hahaha!

Credits:
http://jobmob.co.il/blog/funniest-resume-mistakes/
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/career-articles-worst_resume_blunders-1302

It's Independence Day!

Should reminds us all that today is the 112th anniversary of Philippine Independence. Freedom day!

The Fine Line Between Music Artists and Athletes

What's the difference then? Both can offer huge fame and heaps of enthusiastic fans, but who can give you a lasting effect?

Music industry is a little buoyant. Nowadays, YouTube has been the sturdy stepping stone for the amateur artists who want instant fame. Browse the site itself and you'll find thousands of aspirants, waiting to be noticed by talent agents.

But here's the point. You might not have the best vocal power or be a music genius to be called as somewhat "successful" and "renowned" music artist. If you have the charisma, and yeah, looks, you can easily surpass other great artists. Let's all admit that not all of them are really gifted vocally, to name a few - Paris Hilton, Jesse McCartney and Britney Spears, but they're freakingly famous. I agree it's not the voice alone as the major criteria, but the audience find it a good talent for those who have an excellent voice. For sure we'll be surprised if one day the Billboard has already become the habitat of stereotypes.

Unlike in the music industry, sports has been more demanding. You cannot be just an ordinary or average player. And really, I've never heard a very well-known athlete who plays okay on his entire career. Superstars like Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods or David Beckham will never be in the limelight of sports industry if they would just be contented to be mediocre. They outshone every other athlete because of their remarkable performances.

However, obviously it's really an arduous road for the novices for them to have a good turn since those great athlete are whom given a massive break. It will take you as much as years to establish a good name in the sports industry.

Who's greater, and who's not?

An Emotional Derek Fisher

You just can't hide and deny your tears of joy. Now I can feel how important this victory is for Derek Fisher. He had tried everything to win, and in the end, he succeeded.



Tough men do cry!

The Most Annoying Word

"Oh well, WHATEVER. Never mind."

Seems like this 8-letter word has the biggest impact even in simple conversations. Really, if the person says this to you while you are explaining something, feels like you want to punch him with knuckles directly on his face.

Whatever, according to Discovery News, crowned as the most annoying word above "you know," "at the end of the day," and "it is what it is". Even more frustrating to hear with 'WHAT-ehv-urr', almost 47% of the total respondents in a survey held by Marist College agreed on its nerve-wracking power.

That was in the United States. I haven't heard any of the schools here in Manila conducting polls with the same subject. Maybe I could share my own most annoying words or phrases I genuinely hate to hear from a person, especially from a Pinoy.

1. "Ano ngayon?" ("So what?") - Feels like you're talking to a red boxing glove and then suddenly it blows forcefully into your chest. It will leave you mentally uncomfortable and speechless.

2. "Wala akong pakialam." ("I don't care anyway.") - This can give you a tormenting, grudging emotion. You're likely to talk into a dummy or a brick wall. It implies superlative negligence.

3. "K." - Many of us are victims, at the same time, guilty with this. It is actually a short, lazy version of "okay". Filipinos are fond of texting, axing the unnecessary letters, making it shorter to easily convey your message in a limited character. Imagine yourself in an SMS fight, making every point clear, thus, sending numerous parts of your message, and then this person replied to you with a single letter "K"? Excruciating.

My Last 'First'

Time flies so fast. I can still remember my very first day in college. I was clueless, nervous, trying to gain some confidence. Everybody's a total stranger for me. I didn't know what to expect. I was in a perfect, mild culture shock. But now, I try to look at myself in the mirror. It's been three years ago. And it all came down to my last 'first'. My last first day of school.

Since it's already my senior year in college, this is my last chance of feeling the same way what the undergrad students are feeling, too. Maybe I felt it the least. The feeling of "hurray!-this-is-my-last-year-here" was primarily governing my mind. I'm fully excited to see my Paulinian friends again, yet I see same bunch of faces.

Now I know what to expect at this moment. Academic papers, research, internship, laboratory, pressure. But I'm only aiming for this one - GRADUATION!

Bieber Kid & His Greatest Enemy

He just found his worst foe for the first time.



And... for the second time, too.



Now I'm looking forward for the Part Three. High school girls, be patient.

Top 10 Most Affordable Restaurants Around The Metro

QTV's "Ang Pinaka" is a gift from heaven! I was roaming around the Web, searching for restaurants where our family can dine without costing too much. Then last night, I was surprised that the show has been able to list down the most affordable restos mainly around Metro Manila. Well, dishes must be not more than 200 bucks and ultimately satisfying to be considered as totally sulit. I jot down all the information and have those here.

10. Persia Grill

My taste buds are into the Asian cuisine. I have tasted some of Mediterranean dishes like that in Souk Café, but I haven't tried the same kind of cuisine infused with Pinoy style. The ambiance is compelling as I've seen it on TV - classy, looks like a fine dining resto.

9. Charlie's Grind and Grill

Now this is pretty extraordinary. Burger patties and fries are handmade. The chain is located beside a car wash. Too American. My dad will surely love this.

8. Buffalo's Wings n' Things

Okay, chickens anyone? I think I would like their spicy chicken. If I would be really craving for wings, this is the place.

7. Ya Kun Kaya Toast

One of my favorites in the countdown. If only they fail to include the Toast, people will obviously thought this is an ordinary Chinese shabu-shabu, or noodle house. It's actually a Singaporean breakfast chain. Yeah, toast. Special toasts. I like the sprinkled Milo thing on top with condensed milk. Be sure to pay a visit after your overnight trip.

6. Burger Avenue

Home of the Ridiculous Burger, and the Ridiculous Challenge. For less than five minutes, consume the 3-patty burger and you'll get it for free. Pretty impressive gimmick. I think my dad should do the honors. He's the best burger eater.

5. Yen Yen Taiwan Street Foods

You'll not be literally eating along the streets so set aside your worries. Let's put it in this way - it's a small food chain selling Taiwanese street foods. The good thing is they use authentic Taiwanese condiments to catch the genuine taste of Taiwanese street foods. Interesting.

4. Good Burgers

I'll give a standing ovation for this! At last, a perfect burger for vegetarians and/or health conscious. Well I'm neither of the two, but I love their dishes. From the whole wheat buns to the veggie patties, everything is good for the health under your 200-Peso budget. That's a big WOW.

3. Masuki Mami House

I've been in so many Chinese restaurants already so this makes me feel predictable. But hey, I want to try their pingpong ball-sized siomai and asado siopao since these are great Chinese comfort foods. My grandparents will enjoy their dine here.

2. Mexican Express

Burritos, nachos, chimichanga - three Mexican foods I'm rooting for. And I think the best of those will only be found here. I was not jumping up and down, but I'm still looking forward to this.

1. Adobo 'To!

Thank God above for the Pinoy adobo! I'm a huge fan. I mean, adobo has been my closest friend since birth. And I already know where I could taste different variations of it. Adobo with cheese, adobo with coconut milk, spicy adobo - name it, they all have it. Minus the garage-looking dining area, I think even for 75 bucks, I'll be satisfied. And this IS what you call sulit.

The Biggest Proposal Failure, By Far...

Man, this is absolutely sick, in a very bad way. I just hope I won't be getting this kind of misfortune in the future. You'll surely be haunted by evil embarrassment in your entire life.

Now the one-million-dollar question is, would you still have the guts to propose to the same girl for the second time?

Furnitures Out of Raw Sketching?

Just saw this jaw-dropping, eyebrow-raising furniture maker while watching Discovery Channel shows at the dental clinic. Before, it seems absurd and ridiculous to actualize a furniture that you just drew out of thin air, but now, Front Design members made it possible!

How does it work? Well, it's pretty simple and sweat-free. There are cameras set to record the object you've just drawn in the air. Through these movements, a special computer program will make them realistic, a 3D digital object. This digital file will be materialized through rapid prototypes. Then, presto! Have your own free-hand furniture!

Pinoy Pride, Bruno Mars!

Who among the youths of today like me ain't familiar with these chart-topping R&B songs like Nothin' On You and Billionaire? We've been listening these on the radio, watching their music videos on YouTube, or memorizing the lyrics because we definitely love the songs. Yeah, we all know it's the awesome voice of Bruno Mars in chorus and bridges, but little we still do not know is that, he's a Filipino, too.

Though not full-blooded Pinoy, this amazing music man, like Nicole Scherzinger of PCD, is starting to establish a name in the international music industry. Aside from those two songs mentioned above, he also co-wrote Flo Rida's Right Round, an early big hit last year. Actually, I got the news about his citizenship through Tim Yap's Twitter update.


Peter Hernandez (Bruno Mars's real name) was born and raised in Hawaii. Her mother, Bernadette San Pedro Bayot-Hernandez, is a Filipina, while his father, Pete Hernandez, is a Puerto Rican. Thanks to his honest, fresh R&B soul talent, he emerged differently from any other rising stars.

Guatemala's Second 'Hole'

I was shocked and frightened at the same time after seeing this photo of a massive sinkhole created last May in Guatemala City that swallowed a factory and killed 3 people.

Yeah, it's odd but it's real. This deadly hole is approximately 18 meters (60 ft) wide and 60 meters (200 ft) deep. It was said to be developed after a typhoon.

Scary. But this ain't the first time unlucky Guatemala City had this kind of sinkhole. It was three years ago (2007), a deeper hole was created due to the fluid from a sewer that dissolves the rock beneath the surface. It is said to be 100 meters (330 ft) deep, too deep that it can swallow the whole Statue of Liberty, or even two of its kind.

Pepsi Ripoff?

Did Pepsi really carbon copied the idea from a Japanese music video?

Team Bryant and Team Pierce Once Again

After numerous weeks of hard court actions and bitter eliminations, NBA Playoffs 2010 has narrowed down the choice between two strong teams for the finals. Well, the heat of the competition stays after Los Angeles Lakers swept off Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference semi-finals in a 4 - 2 series victory. On the other hand, Boston Celtics grabbed a spot in the finals ahead of Lakers having a 4 non-consecutive win over Orlando Magic who struggled in the first three semi-final games. Yeah, it's all down to a Lakers-Celtics game... again.

We already saw both teams face-to-face in the 2008 NBA Playoffs Finals. Now, it feels like I'm getting a deja vu for this season. Celts won the race-to-7 championship, leaving Lakers an embarrassing loss. Which team will emerge this year? Game 1 starts live on June 3 (US), June 4 (PHL).