Four of the top OPM icons, Ogie Alcasid, Dingdong Avanzado, Randy Santiago and Gary Valenciano, will be sharing the stage together in a one night concert "GREEN and GO" on July 6, 2019 8PM at the FilOil Flying V Center. This is the first time that these four icons of the music industry will be singing and performing together, so it's going to be an interesting and fun night.

If the four (4) names aren't enough to entice you see the concert, here are another four (4) reasons that we thought why you need to watch this concert?

1. If you missed the 80s, this will be a fun night to enjoy the music of the 80s. Reminisce the past, the good and fun times of that era. Plus you'll be hearing these four icons sing and perform.

2. If you're a fan of the four, it's theright night and date to experience in person the performances of these great OPM Icons. It's rare to experience them together in one stage.

3. To understand why a loy of people just couldn't get away from the music and rhythmn of the 80s. The love for music.

4. This is not just a fun music but a fundraising concert that will benefit a lot of people. This fundraising project is mounted by the La Salle Greenhills batch 1984 in celebration of their 35th homecoming year. All proceeds will be donated for the creation of medical facilities that will benefit fellow LSGH alumni and other people who needs medical assistance.

This concert will be directed by Mon Faustino with Stage Director Paolo Bustamante.

GREEN and GO is presented by FilOil with other sponsors Insular Oil, Chemalloy/USA 88, CDO Foodsphere, Inc., Fino Leatherware, and Petro Gazz. Presscon Venue partners are Hive Hotel and My Brother's Mustache Bar.

Tickets available at Ticketnet.com.ph, FilOil Flying V Centre, and through Ateam at 0917-7958283.

This is one great news for users and subscribers of Smart, Sun, and TNT as they offer #FreeYouTubeForAll. Yes, and it is great to know that you can enjoy watching your favorite youtuber or other videos in the platform.  Here are some few details about this.

Following the massive success of its Video Every Day campaign, digital service provider Smart Communications ups the ante with a bigger and more accessible FREE YouTube treat for millions of Filipinos.

Now, all prepaid subscribers of SMART, SUN and TNT just have to dial *123# on their phones to enjoy more hours of YouTube every day. This is Smart's easy-access portal for promos.

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#FreeYouTubeForAll Smart Communications ups the ante with a bigger and more accessible FREE YouTube treat for millions of Filipinos. It just aired its ad in one of the led billboards along EDSA. All prepaid subscriber of Smart, Sun and TNT simply have to dial *123#.

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"Filipinos love YouTube and it has evolved to become more than just a platform. For many, it is an educational tool, an entertainment hub or a handy resource for life hacks," PLDT-Smart SVP and Consumer Business market Development Head Oscar A. Reyes, Jr. said. "Now, more and more Filipinos can pursue their passion anytime and anywhere through watching their favorite content on YouTube, now made easier with Smart's Free YouTube For All," he added.

To enjoy the Free YouTube, subscribers just simply dial *123#, choose option 1, and follow the on screen instructions. Just that simple.

What's more interesting with this news is that all prepaid subscribers can enjoy different FREE YouTube offers! Subscribers may get a FREE additional 1 hour (1GB) of YouTube on top of their GIGA VIDEO or GIGA VDE+ subscriptions. On the other hand, Non-LTE subscribers who upgrade to LTE may get up to 1 hour (1GB) of Free YouTube daily, for up to 60 days.

Smart, Sun and TNT subsribers can use up their Free YouTube For All in one sitting or in several short session throughout the day without having to worry about deductions on data allocation for other online activities.

Subscribers who avail of the Free YouTube promo can also use the free access to watch their favorite shows on iflix, iWant, Cignal Play and NBA League Pass. For more info on how to get your free YouTube. For more details visit https://smart.com.ph/prepaid/freeyoutubeforall

Whenever I see Mexican inspired restaurant or a Mexican hat or even a fiery decorations of a Tex Mex restaurants, there's only one word that registers into my mind - 'Spicy'. Perhaps that's the trademark and style of the Mexicanos that some of us now ador, their rich culture and their spicy signature dishes. Of course time flies and boundaries are breached and these Mexican dishes are now fused with some other cultures, thus, Tex Mex rose, Texas Mexican dishes.

Speaking of Mexican dishes, there are few of them that I enjoy, some that I like are enchalada, tacos, their spicy dishes and the assortment of salsa. Don't forget the drinks like margarita and tequila.
Just recently, I was invited to try the dishes of the latest addition of restos to visit in Eton Centris, the Fiery Style Southwestern Flaming Grill. This is the 10th branch of the restaurant and still, continuously growing. According to its owners, they'll be having 14 more stores to be open in different areas. The foods were great, and of course, the experience wouldn't be complete without the drinks.


This is different from most of the establishments in the area. To be precise, this is the first Tex Mex restaurant in Eton Centris. So if you like Mexican or Mexican inspired dish, explore this part of QC.

Of course there are plenty of dishes to enjoy and experience but the best way to try out almost everything is their combos. Yup, they 8 Combinationes or 8 Combinations that are very much affordable and easy on the budget. So if you're working in the area of Centris it's the right place with right budget.


Here are the 8 different Combinationes:

Combo Uno
Quartered Fiery Grilled Jerk Chicken with Jalapeno Side Salad and your choice of rice for only Php218.00

Combo Dos
5oz Rump Steak with Crispy Squid Rings, Half-Grilled Tomato and your choice of rice for only Php228.00
Combo Tres
Grilled Fiery Porkchop with Sauteed Chunky Tomatoes and Garlic in Mango Puree and your choice of rice for only Php238.00

Combo Quatro
Barbequed Beef Ribs with Cajun Fries, Grilled Corn and your choice of rice Php248.00

Combo Cinco
Grilled BBQ Pork Ribs with Grilled Corn, Onion Rings and your choice of rice for only Php258.00


Combo Seis
Sizzling Tender Beef Salpicao with Baked Bone Marrow and your choice of rice for only Php268.00

Combo Siete
Sizzling Baja Mixed Seafood with Southwest Chips and your choice of rice for only Php278.00

Combo Otso
Sizzling Sisig ala Mexicana with Chicken Strips, Southwest Chips and your choice of rice for only Php288.00

But before anything else better try their starters, one is Fiery Nachos which is dubbed as "the best nachos in town" and the colorful Flaming Super Healthy Salad.

If you're not yet satisfied with the 8 combos, you can also try their Lord of the Wings which a different flavored chicken wings from sweet to spicy ones. If you really have a big appetite better try the Galleon which is a mixed of Rice, steak, bbq, and chicken wings all together in one galleon ship-like-plate.


The drinks are also spiced up, from their mojito to paloma down to their margarita. You'll definitely enjoy the night with their live band. So foods, drinks and music.

All-in-all since I like spicy flavored dishes these combos are just right for me. So if you're into spicy treats, check them out. Experience the taste, love the ambiance and fill your tummies! That's at Fiery Style Southwestern Grill, Eton Centris.

When you think of visiting Texas, you may think of taking a vacation to Dallas, San Antonio, or Houston. However, if you are looking to plan a trip to Texas soon, there are several smaller, underrated towns that you may want to check out in addition to the usual attractions. While travelers often boast of the events and destinations of the large city of Texas, you will discover exciting new places that most vacationers do not know about when you visit these smaller towns.

1. Lancaster, TX

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One of the underrated towns in Texas that you should visit is the town of Lancaster. Located just 15 minutes south of Dallas, Lancaster was first settled in 1844. If you would like to explore the town's history, you should visit either the historical town square or the Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum, which offers visitors the opportunity to learn more about the state of Texas.

While in town, you can visit the Bear Creek Nature Park, which has a butterfly garden, a rock climbing wall, and a fishing pier and pond. It also has areas with tables and grills if you would like to spend the day there and make your meal at the park. There are several local restaurants that you can eat at, but if you can only eat at one, you should check out the local favorite: Bienvenidos Mariscos la Marea Mexican and Seafood.

There are several budget-friendly accommodations in Lancaster which will allow you to save more money for visiting the attractions.

2. Brownsville, TX

Located along the Rio Grande River and near the Gulf of Mexico, Brownsville is a gorgeous town that offers many shopping opportunities, including the Juarez Market. In addition to the wonderful shopping, there are the other typical attractions that you can expect in any vacation spot, like restaurants and hotels. However, if you are looking for something more unique, you'll want to check out the Palo Alto battlefield: the location of the first battle in the United States/Mexico war. This is a piece of history that you cannot find just anywhere.

If you stay in Brownsville, you will also have easy access to Port Isabel, South Padre Island and Matamoros, Mexico.

3. Marfa, Texas

If you are looking for a town with a beautiful view, you should visit Marfa, home of the "Marfa Lights." The "Marfa Lights" are an unexplained light show the happen in this town every year. If you would like to watch the lights, you should also visit the festival in town that occurs at the same time. If you need another reason to stop by, Marfa is also the home of the Cowboy Hall of Fame.

While booking your next trip to Texas, be sure to stay in or near one of these underrated towns. You will be able to experience new restaurants, attractions, and spots with beautiful views. You will also be able to share unique vacation stories with your friends!

Go For Gold, a sports corporate social responsibility project of Powerball Marketing and Logistics Corporation, the licensee of PCSO for Scratch It, will lead a World Record Attempt to break the Guinness World Record on the Most Number of People Dribbling Basketball Simultaneously.

During the media conference, Go For Gold will aim to gather over 10,000 individuals from all over the country to break the Guinness World Record on the most Number of People Dribbling Basketball Simultaneously. Expected participants to be joining this momentous event are age 16 and up as long as knows how to dribble.


The current record-holder is the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), who assembled 7,556 people in Rafah, Gaza Strip, Palestine on July 22, 2010, as part of the summer games program in the said city.

So this year, Scratch It and Go For Gold will beat the number together with its ambassadors Nadine Lustre, Sam Concepcion, John Roa and Karencitta will encourage everyone to join and participate. Participants will just have to register online. All you need is the will to join and do the dribbling for 5 minutes.

Participants will get an Event Kit that includes the Jersey, a baller to know your one of the participants and of course the basketball. Simple and easy so lets beat the record.

Also there will be live performances from the brand ambassadors Nadine Lustre, Sam Concepcion, John Roa, Karencitta, This Band, and ALLMOST.

The attempt will be on July 21, 2019, Sunday at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds, Pasay City, Metro Manila. To register and for more information kindly visit www.goforgoldworldrecordattempt.com

If you're looking for something different to do in the New York City area, we've got a list of several great destinations for you. These historic attractions aren't the well-known sites that every tourist hits, however. Some are off the beaten path, but they're all worth your time.

Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum

The land where the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum sits is part of Pelham Bay Park, New York City's largest park. Thomas Pell acquired this property from the Lenape people in 1654. The historic home that now graces the grounds was completed around 1842. It's the last remaining grand 19th-century country house overlooking Pelham Bay.

Besides touring the mansion, you can stroll through the magnificent terraced garden or attend one of the museum's special events. Photographers can even book photo sessions to capture a picturesque setting.

General Grant National Memorial

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You can pay your respects to two-term President Ulysses S. Grant, who also served as commanding general of the U.S. Army. His and his wife's bodies rest in the General Grant National Memorial, the largest mausoleum in North America. Here you can learn more about the bloody history of the Civil War that tore American families apart, as well as Grant's efforts that ultimately led to the preservation of the Union.

Visit this national park, and you can address the often-asked riddle, "Who is buried in Grant's tomb?" But just in case you don't get to go, no one is buried there. Grant and his wife are entombed in an above-ground mausoleum.

Hicksville Gregory Museum

If you dig the earth, you'll love the Hicksville Gregory Museum, home to the Long Island Earth Science Center. You can tour the museum and take in exhibits on minerals, fossils, local history, and more. Group tours are available as well.

You'll also find the Heitz Place Courthouse in Hicksville. This historic building is one of the last (if not the last) remaining judicial buildings in Nassau County from the time when the county was still part of Queens. The renovated courthouse now houses the museum's collections.

Book a hotel stay in Hicksville and spend some time exploring this link to New York's past.

Prospect Park

Prospect Park is often called Brooklyn's Backyard because of its oasis of green space in the middle of an urban landscape. The park was built in the mid-19th century and hosts more than 10 million people on its lush 585 acres each year.

You don't have to be a Brooklynite to enjoy all the park has to offer. Take part in horseback riding, birdwatching, fishing, running, team sports, and even yoga. And that's just the beginning of what you can do at this relaxing and beautiful destination.

Historic Richmond Town

For an authentic step back into America's past, plan a visit to Staten Island's Historic Richmond Town. The onsite museum houses more than 130,000 artifacts, photographs, and archival collections that date all the way back to the 17th century.

Guided specialty tours of the grounds are offered three days a week, including "Eating America," which focuses on early American food preparation, and "Light, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness," where you can experience a taste of life before electricity.

Forget about the standard New York City tourist traps. The treasures on this list will provide you with plenty to see and do around the Big Apple.

During the event of Go For Gold and Scratch It where a World Record Attempt to break the Guinness World Record on the Most Number of People Dribbling Basketball Simultaneously, John Roa was one of the guest panel where members of the media and bloggers were able to interview him about the real reason of him leaving Ex Battalion. Also their relationship status. Watch the interview and learn the answer to the whys about John Roa and Ex Battalion. #JohnRoa #JRoa #ExBattalion #Showbiz #Entertainment

A NOTE TO ALL DAD'S, YUPPIES, TEENS, and KIDS! Plus your MOMS! Who loves to collect toys and an avid fan of the pop culture. It's another year for the Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention or commonly TOYCON PH. In just few more days the doors of SMX will be open to all TOYCON fans, attendees, enthusiasts and visitors. This will be the 18th year of TOYCON and as they hold the convention every year the more they grow bigger. Perhaps, Asia's longest running pop culture convention in Asia.

So what's interesting and what's new with this year's TOYCON PH? Well there are plenty and let me just give you the most interesting features of this year's event. I'm giving the TOP 6 for me that is really something to look forward to.

• Berlin Manalaysay: Creator of the well-loved cyborg, ‘Combatron’, one of the most well received characters in Funny Komics in 1992.

• Ed Tadeo: A prolific Filipino comic book artist, colorist and inker for Marvel, DC, and Image Comics. Titles of his works in coloring and inking include: Wolverine, Silver Surfer, High Roads and District X; 

• Heubert Khan Michael: Former guidance councilor turned legendary comic book artist. Judged by Neil Gaiman himself, Hubert won 3rd place in the Philippine Graphic Fiction Awards back in 2010 and has been inking since then! Some of his awesome works include: Vampirella, Unstoppable, and The Owl

• Miguel Mercado: Miguel is a Cosplayer and Illustrator. Miguel has is known within the Comic Book community for his epic cover art for Back to the Future (2015), Buffy The Vampire Slayer (2019) and Over The Garden Wall (2017)

• Harvey Tolibao: Harvey first got involved in the comics industry in late 2006 when he penciled and inked the twelfth issue of Dark Horse Comics' Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. He also did the art for Iron Man: Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., Psylocke, the Avengers and has also done some work for Top Cow and for DC.

• Pol Medina Jr: Pol is a Filipino cartoonist best known for creating Pugad Baboy, a comic strip about a community of fatsos and a dog named Polgas, highlighting domestic life and the characters’ commentary on relevant societal issues and pop culture. Pol is the 2018 recipient of the TOYCON Pinoy Pop Culture Icon Award

• Raymund Bermudez: Filipino Comic Book Artist, Penciler and Cover Artist for DC Comics. Some of his notable works include: Justice League, Pathfinders and Lex Luthor. Raymund Lee: Professional Digital Comic Book Colorist who is known for his painterly style and classic renditions of superheroes

• And finally, Steve Gan: One of the most accomplished Chinese-Filipino Comic Book Artists to date. Best known for co-creating the legendary comic book “Ang Panday” as well as Marvel’s “Star-Lord” and “Skull the Slayer”.

Other TOYCON 2019 Highlights.

Exhibits from epic movies coming soon will make the TOYCON scene more engaging. Headlined by movies from Sony Pictures, Spider-Man: Far from Home, and Warner Brothers’ line-up of movie icons from the horror genre, the Annabelle doll from Warner Brothers upcoming Anabelle Comes Home, Pennywise the Clown from IT: Chapter 2 and Chucky from Reality Pictures’ 2019 adaptation of Child’s Play. Meet them up close, but don’t blink!

This year’s TOYCON will also feature a new fun zone, the Play Hub!

This is where fans of comics and gaming will find the young and upstart artists in the design, graphic and digital spheres come together to exhibit their craft and talents! The Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP) will host TOYCON’s Gaming Conference, while the Animation Council of the Philippines will showcase more than 50 short films in the Theater Room.

TOYCON POPLIFE FANXPERIENCE will also be the stage for the unveiling of the biggest Batman statue in Asia, the 22-foot tall Imperial Palace Batman which is a likeness of the Dark Knight never seen before until now. Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of Batman, DC Collectibles has announced a collaboration with Pop Life Global and China’s Imperial Palace for a special series of figures featuring DC Comics characters in costumes themed after ancient Chinese warriors and soldier armors. This Batman statue is going to be one for the history books! This year’s World Cosplay Summit Philippines (WCSPH) National Finals will also be held at TOYCON 2019, with Japanese Cosplayer Reika and WCSPH Alumni Ming Miho and 2018 Philippine Representative Team Sekai (Sergio Sta. Ana and Kai Raito) headlining this activity. Five cosplay pairs selected from parts of the country will compete for the right to represent the Philippines at the 2019 World Cosplay Summit in Japan.

Aside from these, TOYCON 2019 will host a number of activities such as a Mobile Legends gaming Tournament in partnership with InFlux TV, The TOYCON Cosplay KO Competition and bestow the Pinoy Pop Culture Icon Award, which honors the icons that made our Filipino pop culture heritage truly distinct and long-lasting.

TOYCON’s line-up of vendors and exhibitors also gets bigger and better every year with more than 300 merchandise booths of toys, pop culture memorabilia, apparel, collectibles and more, with more international brands coming to town.



TOYCON Pop Life FanXperience 2019 – It’s a Whole New Playground!

TOYCON PH and Pop Life FanXperience is proving indeed that it is the leading pop culture playground in the Philippines and in Southeast Asia. There will be more sights to share for your various channels and social media, engaging activities, shows and panel discussions, interactive brand activations, collectibles and merchandise, and YOU are definitely going to be a part of what will make TOYCON great this year!

TOYCON POPLIFE FANXPERIENCE happens on June 28-30, 2019 at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

[The event is made possible by PLDT Home Fibr, MaxiCollector, Big Boys Toy Store, Filbars, Great Toys Online, Ano Toys, Arigatoys, Hobbiestock Collectibles, De La Salle College of St. Benilde, Kramer Toy Warden and main media partner, ABS-CBN. With thanks to our official residence partner, Tryp by Wyndham Mall of Asia Manila.] So cheers for TOYCON’s 18th year and we hope you join us in this ground-breaking international event. Always check out the TOYCON website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts for more updates:

www.toyconph.com
www.Facebook.com/ToyconPH
www.twitter.com/PHToycon
www.instagram.com/PHToycon
toyconph@gmail.com